Meta-1 Coin was sold and marketed from 2018 to 2023 as an investment backed by $44 billion in gold and $1 billion in artworks, which turned out to be fictional.
March was the “weakest month" with $800 billion in centralized crypto exchange trading volume, the lowest since November 2023.
The tanker's passage may indicate easing tensions, potentially impacting oil markets and geopolitical dynamics in the region.
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European involvement in securing the Strait of Hormuz may stabilize shipping but highlights reliance on multilateral efforts over unilateral actions.
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Circle has been hit with a class-action lawsuit in Massachusetts alleging it failed to freeze nearly $230 million in USDC linked to the April 1 Drift Protocol breach, in which about $280 million was stolen. The complaint claims the funds were transferred across chains for hours without being frozen, even though Circle reportedly had the …
The ceasefire's exclusion of Hezbollah risks renewed conflict, but it temporarily shifts focus to diplomacy, affecting regional stability.
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Estonia's confidence in US defense underscores NATO's stability, reducing fears of US withdrawal and bolstering allied unity amid tensions.
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Potential US-Iran talks could stabilize geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations, despite uncertain timelines.
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Western protest fatigue may slow diplomatic efforts, affecting global responses to Iran's instability and potential regime changes.
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Trump's proposal to Netanyahu significantly boosts market confidence in a Lebanon ceasefire, potentially stabilizing regional tensions.
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The researcher said they examined the fake Ledger device’s firmware and found signs pointing to a Chinese semiconductor company named Espressif Systems.
Netanyahu's decision to keep troops in Lebanon during the ceasefire may undermine market confidence in a swift resolution and de-escalation.
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Corporate engagement with Le Pen's party may boost her mainstream appeal, but skepticism remains about its impact on electoral success.
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The ceasefire's exclusion of Hezbollah raises doubts about its long-term stability and highlights challenges in achieving comprehensive peace.
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The ongoing stalemate in the Russia-Ukraine conflict risks prolonging instability, hindering diplomatic resolutions and regional development.
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Increased US-Israel military coordination amid US-Iran tensions may hinder diplomatic resolutions, affecting market predictions and stability.
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The attacks highlight vulnerabilities in crypto ecosystems, posing systemic risks and dampening market confidence in Solana's recovery.
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Trump's potential Pakistan visit signals a pivotal role for Islamabad in US-Iran diplomacy, potentially reshaping regional alliances.
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The breach challenges regional stability, potentially impacting diplomatic efforts and market confidence in the ceasefire's longevity.
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Swalwell's resignation amid allegations highlights the impact of ethics scandals on political stability and prediction market dynamics.
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The Ketman Project, funded by an Ethereum Foundation stipend, identified 100 North Korean IT workers and alerted about 53 projects employing DPRK operatives.
Global oil markets face potential volatility, with geopolitical tensions possibly triggering rapid price shifts and economic disruptions.
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Unchecked presidential authority may lead to increased military tensions, impacting U.S.-Iran relations and global geopolitical stability.
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Dogecoin started a decent increase above $0.0950 against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating and might aim for an upside break above $0.10. DOGE price started a fresh increase above $0.0950 and $0.0975. The price is trading above the $0.0965 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $0.0970 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could aim for a fresh increase if it remains stable above $0.0950. Dogecoin Price Aims Higher Dogecoin price started a fresh increase after it settled above $0.0950, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. DOGE climbed above the $0.09650 resistance to enter a positive zone. The bulls were able to push the price above $0.0980. A high was formed at $0.0997 and the price is now correcting some gains. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.0945 swing low to the $0.0997 high. Dogecoin price is now trading above the $0.0965 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a bullish trend line forming with support at $0.0970 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair. If there is another increase, immediate resistance on the upside is near the $0.0990 level. The first major resistance for the bulls could be near the $0.0995 level. The next major resistance is near the $0.10 level. A close above the $0.10 resistance might send the price toward $0.1120. Any more gains might send the price toward $0.1150. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.120. Another Decline In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to climb above the $0.10 level, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.0970 level and the trend line. The next major support is near the $0.0965 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.0945 swing low to the $0.0997 high. The main support sits at $0.0945. If there is a downside break below the $0.0945 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might slide toward the $0.0905 level or even $0.090 in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now losing momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.0970 and $0.0965. Major Resistance Levels – $0.0995 and $0.1000.
Rhea Finance and the Russia-linked Grinex exchange were hacked for a combined $21 million over the past two days.
The arrival signifies a strategic military posture, potentially influencing geopolitical stability and market perceptions of regional conflict.
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Bitfinex plans to use the returned coins to redeem all Recovery Right Tokens and devote at least 80 percent of remaining net proceeds to repurchasing and burning its UNUS SED LEO token.
Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX) Drift Protocol has shared the highly anticipated user recovery plan alongside Tether and other collaborators. This move follows the major exploit that drained $285 million from the project’s vaults two weeks ago. Related Reading: Bitcoin Double Bottom Formation Eyes $82,500 Rally – Breakout Or Rejection Next? Drift Protocol Secures $150M Recovery Fund On Thursday, Drift Protocol, the largest decentralized perpetual futures exchange on the Solana blockchain, announced a collaboration with Tether and other partners to establish a “structured recovery plan backed by up to nearly $150 million in combined support” and relaunch with USDT “at the center.” According to the announcement, the funds include a $100 million revenue-linked credit line, an ecosystem grant, and loans to market makers, all intended to finance a dedicated user recovery pool. As NewsBTC reported, the Solana-based DEX suffered an exploit that stole hundreds of millions of dollars from its vaults on April 1. The attack took around $285 million in multiple crypto assets and became the largest exploit of 2026 to date. During the initial phase of the collaboration, a significant portion of exchange revenue, together with committed support capital, will be intended to fund this recovery pool, Drift explained, noting that any stolen funds recovered would be contributed to the pool. In addition, Drift revealed that it will issue a new token for the affected users to “streamline distribution of recovery assets as well as provide liquidity opportunities for impacted users.” The token will be a dedicated recovery token, separate from the DRIFT governance token, that is intended to represent a claim on the recovery pool and will be transferable. Solana DEX Eyes Hardened Security Framework The Solana-based project shared that it will harden its security, passing each component through independent audits by OtterSec and Asymmetric Research before relaunching the protocol. It will also introduce a new community-governed multisig to manage core protocol assets, requiring all multisig signers to operate on dedicated signing devices with transaction content independently verified outside the primary signing interface before any signature is executed. This aims to prevent similar attacks on the project. It’s worth noting that the malicious actors gained unauthorized access to Drift Protocol by manipulating its multisig approvals using Solana durable nonces. “The attack involved unauthorized or misrepresented transaction approvals obtained prior to execution, likely facilitated through durable nonce mechanisms and sophisticated social engineering,” the project explained on its first report. Since then, Blockchain analytics firm Elliptic has identified multiple indicators suggesting that the exploit is linked to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), while Drift has affirmed that the exploit was a six-month operation to infiltrate the protocol’s inner circle and compromise their devices. USDT Settlements ‘At The Center’ Of Drift The project also detailed that it will relaunch with Tether’s USDT for settlements. Tether reportedly proposed to extend a USDT support facility to designated market makers “to reinforce deep, liquid markets from day one.” “Drift’s decision to integrate USD₮ into the relaunch and recovery of a major trading venue on Solana reinforces Tether’s role as a reliable settlement asset within the Solana ecosystem,” Tether stated. The shift from USDC to USDT settlement represents a significant change, following Circle’s decision not to freeze the stolen USDC during the initial attack. Notably, the exploiter swapped $270.9 million of the stolen assets into USDC within hours, bridged them from Solana to Ethereum via the CCTP TokenMessengerMinterV2, and purchased 129,000 ETH, splitting them across multiple wallets. Related Reading: Bitmine’s Ethereum Holdings Hits 4% Supply Milestone After 71,524 ETH Buy At the time, multiple investors and on-chain investigators urged Circle to freeze the funds, with crypto sleuth ZachXBT slamming the stablecoin issuer for its repeated “inaction” over the past few years. Circle has since addressed the backlash, affirming that it does not act “unilaterally or arbitrarily” and freeze funds when “the law requires us to act.” Drift concluded that “this is the first step toward making users whole over time and toward building back stronger than where we were before.” Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com
US policy inertia could destabilize UAE, impacting regional alliances and economic stability, while traders remain cautious on US-Iran peace.
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The persistent opposition majority could destabilize Netanyahu's leadership, potentially leading to political shifts or coalition changes.
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