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  • Bitmine Buys Over 100,000 ETH in Largest Weekly Purchase Since December20 Apr 2026 15:20Bitmine Buys Over 100,000 ETH in Largest Weekly Purchase Since DecemberBitmine has added more than 100,000 ETH in its largest weekly purchase in four months, bringing its holdings above 4% of the total supply. The move underscores its aggressive strategy to dominate ethereum treasury holdings. Key Takeaways: Bitmine bought 101,627 ETH, raising holdings to 4.12% and nearing its 5% supply goal. Bitmine’s 3.33 million ETH […]
  • Layerzero Claims Zero Contagion After $290M Exploit as Disputed Narratives Deepen Scrutiny20 Apr 2026 14:15Layerzero Claims Zero Contagion After $290M Exploit as Disputed Narratives Deepen ScrutinyDeFi bridge security is under sharper pressure after a major exploit exposed structural weaknesses in verifier design and infrastructure dependencies. The fallout is widening accountability questions for Layerzero Labs and reinforcing concerns about concentrated validation models. Key Takeaways: Layerzero framed the exploit as infrastructure failure, weakening confidence in bridge security models. Chainlink’s Zach Rynes blamed […]
  • Hands-on Review by Bitcoin.com – Unravelling HTX’s World20 Apr 2026 14:00This review is sponsored by HTX. Bitcoin.com News tested the product independently and maintains editorial control of the findings. HTX, established in 2013, ranks among the longest-standing cryptocurrency exchanges. The platform has developed from a basic trading venue into a comprehensive ecosystem, integrating spot markets, derivatives, earning products, launch features, educational resources, copy trading, and […]
  • ZachXBT Flags Kraken as Key Venue in M Token Manipulation, Cites $6B Cap Against $66M in App Volume20 Apr 2026 13:32ZachXBT Flags Kraken as Key Venue in M Token Manipulation, Cites $6B Cap Against $66M in App VolumeOnchain investigator ZachXBT has named Kraken as a key enabler of M token manipulation, citing a $6 billion market cap backed by just $66 million in native app volume and insider wallets controlling more than 90% of supply. Key Takeaways: Kraken joined Bitget and Binance on April 20 in ZachXBT’s expanding M token manipulation probe. […]
  • Bitcoin Technical Outlook: Indicators Show Buy Bias as BTC Nears Decision Zone20 Apr 2026 12:30Bitcoin Technical Outlook: Indicators Show Buy Bias as BTC Nears Decision ZoneBitcoin traded at $75,213 on April 20, 2026, at 8 a.m. ET, holding within a defined consolidation range as a broader bullish structure remains intact. Technical signals across multiple timeframes suggest a market in transition, balancing short-term indecision against a still-favorable macro trend. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin holds $75,213 on April 20, 2026; consolidation signals neutral […]
  • Strategy Reveals Massive 34,164 Bitcoin Buy, Sending Total Holdings to 815,061 BTC20 Apr 2026 12:07Strategy Reveals Massive 34,164 Bitcoin Buy, Sending Total Holdings to 815,061 BTCStrategy Inc. deepened its bitcoin exposure with a multibillion-dollar purchase, reinforcing corporate treasury demand for the asset. The move signals sustained institutional conviction as Strategy expands holdings through capital markets activity. Key Takeaways: Strategy expanded its bitcoin holdings with a major purchase backed by fresh capital. Corporate demand strengthens as Strategy keeps scaling treasury exposure […]
  • ‘Mining Grid’ Celebrates First Anniversary of Mining COREs with a Major Upgrade20 Apr 2026 11:00This sponsored press release was provided by Mining Grid and was not written by Bitcoin.com News. Bitcoin.com News does not necessarily endorse the statements made within this announcement. PRESS RELEASE. Mining Grid, the company behind the Mining Race platform, is marking the first anniversary of Mining COREs with COREs Evolution, a major upgrade to its […]
  • OKX Launches Simplified ‘Event Contracts’ for Bitcoin and Ether Price Predictions20 Apr 2026 09:30OKX has launched a simplified trading product that allows eligible users in Asia, Latin America, and the Commonwealth of Independent States region to predict the price movements of bitcoin and ethereum. Key Takeaways: OKX launched Event Contracts on April 20, 2026, for users to predict BTC and ETH price movements. The tool simplifies trading by […]
  • Startale Group Anchors in Abu Dhabi Following Selection for Hub71+ Digital Assets Program20 Apr 2026 08:30Blockchain infrastructure firm Startale Group is expanding into Abu Dhabi after being selected for the Hub71+ Digital Assets cohort. Key Takeaways: Startale Group joins Hub71’s 18th cohort to anchor operations within the Abu Dhabi Global Market. The move and a $63 million Series A round bolster infrastructure for coins like JPYSC and USDSC. Startale will […]
  • Oil Prices Bounce as Middle East Conflict Reignites20 Apr 2026 07:30Oil Prices Bounce as Middle East Conflict ReignitesMarkets reacted swiftly to the reactivation of the hostilities in the Middle East: oil futures for both WTI and Brent benchmarks rose as President Trump announced that an Iranian-flagged cargo ship named TOUSKA had been attacked, with the Iranian regime allegedly retaliating by attacking U.S. ships with drones. Key Takeaways: The U.S. Navy attacked the […]