Pi Network launched a free RPC endpoint this week on its Testnet at rpc.testnet.minepi.com, giving developers easy access to blockchain data, smart contract testing, and app building on its Stellar-based network. Around April 13, the Mainnet also completed its upgrade to Protocol 21, improving stability and preparing for features like decentralized identity and future smart …
In a recent post, Nikita Bier, Head of Product at X, acknowledged that the crypto market has underperformed this year and hinted that X could be planning a new product or feature to help reinvigorate engagement. The remark sparked active discussion on the platform, with users speculating about possibilities like a native crypto wallet, payments …
A major update from Japan is putting XRP back in the spotlight, as Rakuten Wallet rolls out a large-scale integration that could bring crypto into everyday payments. According to reports, starting April 15, 2026, Rakuten Wallet will support XRP not just for trading, but as a payment method. Users can convert Rakuten Points into XRP …
The crypto market just flipped bullish on Tuesday, and this time, the momentum looks real. Bitcoin price has jumped over 5%, while Ethereum price has surged nearly 8%, triggering a fresh crypto rally across the broader market. After weeks of sideways movement, buyers are stepping in aggressively, pushing major resistance levels back into focus. Altcoins …
A new report released on Monday by market analyst Sam Daodu lays out three potential paths for the XRP price this month, with the deciding factor tied to the US crypto market structure bill known as the CLARITY Act. Daodu expects the bill to reach some kind of resolution within the remaining two weeks of April, and he argues that how the next few days unfold could determine whether XRP continues consolidating—or breaks out of its current trading zone. Why April Holds The Key According to Daodu, the Banking Committee now has about two weeks to schedule a CLARITY Act vote before midterm politics begins to dominate the Senate calendar. In his view, that matters because it creates a narrow window in which major obstacles have been resolved rather than piling up. Related Reading: What The Bitcoin Relief Rally Above $71,000 Says About Where The Price Is Headed Within XRP trading, Daodu says the token has largely been stuck between roughly $1.28 and $1.45 for most of 2026. For him, April is the month that could decide whether that range continues for the rest of the year or gives way to a more directional move. He frames the market’s next step using three scenarios, each tied to events expected to play out during the next two weeks. Three XRP Scenarios For Next Two Weeks In the bullish case, the Banking Committee schedules the markup before May. Daodu argues that even the act of setting a markup date could push XRP higher ahead of any final vote. If the bill ultimately passes, he suggests XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows could climb by another $4 to $8 billion on top of the approximately $1.2 billion that spot ETFs have already attracted, even before the legislation becomes law. The first technical test would be the $1.45 resistance level. Daodu notes that around 60% of XRP’s circulating supply was bought at that level, creating a “break-even” wall of holders likely to react. If XRP clears that barrier, he points to $1.60 as the next target. Modest Movement Without Markup Date The base case is more measured: roundtable discussions by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) go well, but the committee does not schedule a markup date. In that outcome, Daodu expects XRP to remain inside the same broad band it has been trading for much of the year. He does acknowledge that the April 16 roundtable could produce a short-lived lift, but without a concrete markup date, he believes there is no real catalyst strong enough to force a sustained breakout above $1.40. Under this scenario, he expects XRP to close April in the $1.30–$1.40 range. While that would still represent a positive month compared with March’s $1.33 close, Daodu characterizes it as only a modest improvement rather than a decisive shift. Potential Slide To $1.15 The bear case focuses on what happens if the markup slips beyond May and the market decides the delay has moved past “temporary” and into “failed.” Daodu points to the risk of real-world stress adding pressure during that time. Related Reading: It’s Too Early For A Bitcoin Price Bottom, Here’s What You Should Be Looking At He highlights that the ceasefire expires on April 22 and that the Islamabad talks already collapsed over the weekend. If tensions escalate again and oil prices climb back above $110, Daodu says XRP could lose the $1.28 support level and potentially slide toward $1.15. At the time of writing, XRP was trading at around $1.33. If this scenario plays out, that would suggest an additional 13% drop for the altcoin. For now, confirmation on this key regulatory matter for the industry remains pending. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com
The stablecoin fight is mostly done. DeFi rules are next. And according to White House Crypto Advisor Patrick Witt, a Senate vote might be closer than most expect. The CLARITY Act is now pushing through the Senate Banking Committee, which is the final major step before it can hit the Senate floor. In a recent …
Crypto markets are having a strong Tuesday. Bitcoin jumped nearly $4,000 in 12 hours, hitting $74,461. Ethereum surged 7.85% to $2,366 and XRP climbed 3.11% to $1.36. The total crypto market cap crossed $2.52 trillion, adding over $100 billion in a single day. The move was fast and largely mechanical. Here is what actually drove …
Protocol Version 23 is about to hit the Pi blockchain, and the latest update discussed by crypto drealFx revolves around upgrading Pi to Protocol Version 23. This is a major step because Pi is built on Stellar’s tech, and much of the heavy lifting has already been done there. That means Pi’s transition could be …
HYPE, the native token of the Hyperliquid DeFi platform, is up 8.8% and 22.55% over 24h and 1 week, respectively, trading at $44.64 at press time. This makes the token the best performer among the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market cap. So, what exactly has driven this growth? Factors behind the HYPE upswing For one, …
American musician Garrett Dutton, the lead singer of G.Love & Special Sauce, has lost his retirement funding (5.92 Bitcoin worth about $424,000 at the time of writing) to a fake Ledger app downloaded from Apple’s App Store. Fake Ledger app makes away with ~$6 BTC As Dutton narrates, his crypto coins disappeared the moment he …
Kraken exchange has posted a security update, saying that insiders recorded client data and are now demanding a ransom for it. According to the firm’s Chief Security Officer (CSO), the case comprises two incidents that occurred between February 2025 and early this year. In the first incident, the criminal group threatened to release videos of …
Two technical indicators now suggest that Bitcoin (BTC) is entering a bottoming-out phase that precedes the next market rally. However, certain conditions must be met before the final major breakout occurs. Just today, Bitcoin fell below $71,000 following news of the US blockade at the Strait of Hormuz. The coin later recovered to trade above …
Bitcoin (BTC) is trying to steady itself after a shaky start to the week. After dipping briefly toward the key $70,000 support level on Sunday, BTC has since bounced back and is now trading above $72,000 on Monday. However, the next move may depend less on internal crypto dynamics and more on the escalating geopolitical backdrop of tensions between the United States and Iran, and the events that unfold in the days ahead. $100,000 Bitcoin By Year-End In a new report, market analyst Sam Daodu argues that Bitcoin’s direction is closely tied to how the conflict unfolds. Rather than pointing to a single likely outcome, Daodu lays out three scenarios, each with a different implication for oil prices, investor sentiment, and ultimately BTC price action. Related Reading: Retail Crypto Activity Hits 9-Year Low As Big Money Steps In In Daodu’s bullish scenario, a full peace deal would shift the outlook for both geopolitics and commodities. He suggests oil prices would retreat back toward pre-war levels, roughly in the $65 to $70 per barrel range. Daodu says that if that happens, Bitcoin could push toward $100,000 by year-end, which would translate to a 39% price increase from current trading levels. April 15 Agreement Expectations The base case is more cautious and revolves around what could happen around April 15. Daodu’s view is that if the talks scheduled for that period lead to a new agreement, oil prices might drop below $95 again, similar to what happened after the first ceasefire was announced last week. Daodu also points to a specific positioning factor: there are reportedly about $6 billion in short positions between $72,200 and $73,500 right now. If oil prices fall quickly and risk sentiment improves fast, those short positions could unwind, triggering a squeeze. That could help drive Bitcoin higher between $75,000 to $80,000. Bear Path For BTC The bearish scenario centers on the ceasefire failing—either because it breaks apart completely or because it expires without a workable outcome. Daodu notes that the two-week ceasefire is already under strain. With talks having collapsed and a blockade being announced, the agreement is described as “hanging by a thread.” Related Reading: Ethereum About To Turn? Death Cross Says Bottom Is Closer Than You Think If negotiations fail and oil prices rise above $110 to $120, Daodu says Bitcoin would likely lose the $70,000 support level. From there, the downside path could accelerate, with BTC potentially sliding toward $65,000. If the crisis drags on, he adds that prices could fall further toward $55,000 to $60,000. Even with these three paths laid out, Daodu’s conclusion is that the base prediction is the most realistic outcome at the moment. In his assessment, Bitcoin is likely to remain range-bound until the next round of talks produces something tangible. Featured image from OpenArt, chart from TradingView.com
The cryptocurrency world is buzzing after the RAVE token exploded from $0.30 to nearly $10 in just three days—a staggering 3,300% rally that turned heads and wallets alike. But according to on-chain sleuths at the Evening Trader Group, this wasn’t organic hype. It was a meticulously orchestrated scheme targeting short sellers, with clear wallet trails …
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance on Monday allowing certain decentralized finance (DeFi) user interfaces, including wallet apps and browser extensions, to operate without registering as broker-dealers when facilitating trades in crypto asset securities, provided they meet strict conditions. The Division of Trading and Markets’ staff statement targets “Covered User Interfaces” — …
Ice Open Network announced on Sunday that it is not shutting down, reversing course days after its CEO suggested the project might close if community confidence did not return. “We stay. We build. We win,” the project posted on X. “We’re restructuring the company from the ground up. Cutting waste. Dropping distractions. Doubling down on …
TRX price is doing something most traders didn’t expected today, but it’s staying calm while chaos unfolds right next to it. And not just any chaos. We’re talking about a full-blown public clash between Justin Sun and World Liberty Financial (WLFI), complete with allegations of hidden backdoors and threats of legal action. Yet somehow, TRX …
Most visited crypto after Bitcoin today isn’t some blue-chip altcoin like ETH, SOL or XRP but today’s gems are JUNO and RAVE, two names that suddenly found themselves sitting just behind BTC on CoinMarketCap. And yeah, that raises eyebrows as next to BTC shining are thos two. Because when obscure or mid-tier tokens start competing …
Most visited crypto after Bitcoin today isn’t some blue-chip altcoin like ETH, SOL or XRP but today’s gems are JUNO and RAVE, two names that suddenly found themselves sitting just behind BTC on CoinMarketCap. And yeah, that raises eyebrows as next to BTC shining are thos two. Because when obscure or mid-tier tokens start competing …
Toncoin (TON) price is holding firm above its recent breakout zone, stabilizing near the $1.40 level after a strong recovery from prolonged downside pressure. The shift comes as price structure flips constructive, with buyers consistently defending higher levels and preventing a pullback into previous demand. At the same time, growing whale activity and sustained positioning …
Pi has shed close to 30% over the past month, while Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP have been holding their ground or even rallying. According to the market data, Pi Network is currently trading around $0.167, slipping 1.77% in the last 24 hours. The token still carries a market cap of around $1.7 billion with a …
Digital asset investment products attracted $1.1B in inflows last week, marking the strongest weekly demand since January. The surge was supported by softer-than-expected US CPI data and easing geopolitical tensions, which improved overall risk appetite. Bitcoin dominated with $871M in inflows, accounting for nearly 80% of total flows, while Ethereum added $197M and XRP saw …
The CEO of Ice Open Network stepped forward this week to explain the sudden and sharp crash of its ION token, but the explanation has done little to quiet a community that is divided between sympathy and outright accusation. What the CEO Said Happened According to the CEO, the ION crash was not caused by …
The FTX and Alameda estate has moved 198,425 $SOL worth around $16M to a bankruptcy-controlled wallet as part of ongoing creditor repayments. The transfers are linked to the court-approved $12.7B recovery plan following the collapse of Sam Bankman-Fried’s crypto empire. So far, $7.6B has been distributed, while $5.1B remains outstanding. Despite continued movements, $SOL is …
AAVE has snapped its recent downtrend with an intraday 8% surge, pushing price back toward the $96 mark as buyers stepped in decisively near the $90–$95 demand zone. The move follows a prolonged phase of controlled selling, where price consistently printed lower highs before stabilizing near support. The shift is now visible on the daily …
In a recent interview, Chainlink’s Adam Minehardt laid out the reason behind delay for the passage of the much-awaited CLARITY Act. According to him, traditional institutions have pushed “extremely hard” to block any crypto features that offer yield, especially on stablecoins like USDC. “Definitely, the banks have pushed extremely hard to prevent anything that looks …
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, seen as one of the most significant U.S. efforts to define digital asset regulation, is advancing to a Senate Banking Committee markup in mid-April, after winning bipartisan support in the House in July 2025. The legislation would assign most digital commodities to CFTC oversight and leave securities with the …
XRP hitting $1,000 may sound unrealistic, but Vandell from Black Swan Capitalist offers a clear, no-hype breakdown of the idea. He explains that in a world where fiat currencies continuously lose value, asset prices don’t really have a fixed ceiling. This means XRP can theoretically reach such levels over time, but the real question is …
Justin Sun says World Liberty Financial secretly built a backdoor into its smart contract that lets the company freeze or seize any token holder’s funds without warning, and he is demanding answers. The Tron founder, who invested heavily in the Trump-backed DeFi project, published a lengthy public statement this week accusing WLFI of embedding a …
The current price range of Bitcoin may not relay much, but a change in ownership structure is taking place under the surface. Related Reading: Forget XRP Forecasts: The ‘Delusional’ Crowd Could Have The Last Laugh On-chain data from CryptoQuant shows that one cohort of market participants is stepping back from exchange activity at a pace not seen in nearly a year, while another is quietly rebuilding at a scale that demands attention. Whale Inflows On Binance Fall To Multi-Month Lows The 30-day sum of whale inflows to Binance has fallen massively in recent days, falling to $2.96 billion as of the latest CryptoQuant data, the first reading below $3 billion since June 2025. The drop in exchange inflow is a departure from the elevated inflow levels that characterized the entire period between February and early March, when the same metric was consistently tracking above $6 billion and briefly touched $8 billion. That detail matters because exchange inflows from whales are an intent to sell or reposition. When these flows begin to dry up, it shows that large players are no longer rushing to offload their supply. BTC- Binance Whale To Exchange Flow At the same time, long-term holders are rebuilding exposure at scale. This exposure can be seen through the 30-day realized cap change for this group. This metric captures the value of coins being absorbed into long-term storage, and its reading reached as high as $49 billion on April 9. That contrast is clearly visible in the behavior of short-term holders, whose realized cap change has dropped to -$54 billion. This is the third time since early March that short-term holders have registered losses exceeding $50 billion on a 30-day basis. This data shows that reactive participants are exiting positions under pressure, while longer-term investors are buying more into that weakness and tightening supply. BTC: STH LTH Net Position Realized Cap The Setup For A Squeeze Is Building Speaking of tightening supply, data from the derivatives market is showing a signal as to how there might be an incoming short squeeze. The impression across derivatives and spot metrics is a market where bearish sentiment has become heavily concentrated in leveraged positions, while physical supply is migrating off crypto exchanges. Funding rates across all major exchanges came in at -0.0118% on April 10 and -0.0101% on April 11, two consecutive sessions of strongly negative readings. Negative funding has become the dominant regime since late March, and throughout April the metric has remained in negative territory without a single positive flip. Bitcoin Funding Rates The negative funding means short positions are paying longs to maintain their bearish exposure, and short positions are becoming overcrowded. At the same time, open interest climbed from around $21.87 billion on April 6 to $24.37 billion by April 10. Rising open interest alongside persistently negative funding is a characteristic signature of leveraged short accumulation. Meanwhile, spot supply continues to tighten up. Many coins are being moved off crypto exchanges, and exchange netflows recorded about 7,900 BTC in outflows over April 9 and 10 combined. Related Reading: XRP Eyes $17 After Massive Breakout—Is A 1,100% Surge Next? Off-exchange, the 30-day change in OTC desk balances has turned negative, which is a sign that institutions or large buyers are absorbing supply outside of visible market infrastructure. Bitcoin Total OTC Desk Balance Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView