KuCoin was ordered by Austria’s FMA to halt business in the EU because of a shortfall in AML and compliance staff.
The disconnect between spot and derivatives markets could signal potential volatility and a fragile support for Bitcoin's current price levels.
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Bitcoin fell after each new Federal Reserve chair began work, data showed, while Kevin Warsh gave mixed signals over policy for risk assets.
The naval redeployment creates a dual security challenge, complicating efforts to stabilize both Somali waters and the Strait of Hormuz.
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On April 28, Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $89.68 million, signaling a pause after recent inflow momentum. BlackRock’s IBIT led the decline with $112 million withdrawn, highlighting institutional repositioning. Ethereum spot ETFs also faced selling pressure, posting $21.80 million in outflows, led by $13.17 million from BlackRock’s ETHA. The synchronized outflows across both …
The crowd is heavily leaning bullish, and that's often a contrarian signal, according to Santiment.
The CLARITY Act has stalled in Senate Banking deliberations, setting back an array of market rules that would solidify into law most of the pro-crypto stance that took hold in the President Donald Trump administration. Yet, Congress may have handed crypto markets an unexpected experiment. Galaxy Research puts the odds of enactment this year at […]
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The Solana memecoin launchpad will now split revenue evenly between buybacks and operations, replacing a nine-month policy that funneled every dollar into burning PUMP.
The FCC's unprecedented license review under political pressure could set a concerning precedent for media independence and regulatory influence.
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The Pentagon's lack of transparency on the Minab strike may intensify global scrutiny and destabilize Iran's regime, affecting market predictions.
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The interception surge underscores escalating conflict, diminishing ceasefire prospects and highlighting persistent hostilities in the region.
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Hegseth's testimony could significantly impact market perceptions and geopolitical strategies, influencing future U.S.-Iran relations.
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Increased Bitcoin exchange inflows may signal potential market volatility, impacting investor sentiment and future price stability.
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The EU's stance complicates US-Iran diplomacy, heightens oil market volatility, and underscores geopolitical risks affecting global supply.
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Heightened Gulf tensions could disrupt oil supply routes, potentially driving crude prices higher and impacting global energy markets.
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Bitcoin’s Hash Ribbons indicator has flashed another buy signal, reviving a historically watched miner-capitulation setup. But according to crypto analyst Darkfost, the signal may require more caution this cycle as miner activity becomes increasingly exposed to energy shocks, geopolitical pressure and shrinking block rewards. Hash Ribbons is designed to track stress in Bitcoin mining by comparing the 30-day moving average of hashrate with the 60-day moving average. When shorter-term hashrate falls below longer-term hashrate and later recovers, the model has often been interpreted as a sign that miner capitulation is ending and that conditions are improving for the network’s operators. Bitcoin Buy Signal Returns, But Here’s The Catch Darkfost framed the latest signal as potentially constructive, but not self-explanatory. “Hash Ribbons flashes a buy signal again: but should we trust it?” he wrote, describing the indicator as “a barometer of Bitcoin miners’ activity” that helps identify “genuine stress periods affecting BTC mining operations.” The logic behind the indicator is straightforward. When miners face severe margin pressure, some operators shut down machines or sell BTC reserves to cover costs. That can reduce hashrate, lengthen block intervals and add near-term supply pressure to the market. Eventually, if enough hashrate leaves the network, mining difficulty adjusts lower. If Bitcoin’s price stabilizes or recovers during that same period, miners that remain online can see profitability improve quickly. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $125,000: Arthur Hayes Says The Setup Is Turning Bullish “That is where opportunity often emerges,” Darkfost argued. “Once enough difficulty resets out of the system, mining becomes more attractive again. Machines come back online, forced selling eases, and network conditions normalize.” The signal matters because miner economics have become structurally more demanding. Bitcoin miners now receive 3.125 BTC per block before fees, down sharply from the 50 BTC rewards in the network’s early years. Although the dollar value of block rewards has grown over time, the subsidy continues to decline with each halving, forcing miners to operate with tighter discipline and more efficient infrastructure. Darkfost pointed to several sources of pressure on mining profitability, including rising difficulty, the need for more powerful ASIC machines, volatile energy costs, fixed expenses such as rent and staffing, Bitcoin price swings and even weather-related disruptions. These variables can combine quickly, especially for operators with high electricity costs or less efficient fleets. Related Reading: Bitcoin Could Hit New All-Time High Fast On Quantum Fix, Capriole Founder Says That is also why the analyst warned against treating every Hash Ribbons signal as equal. Earlier this year, he noted, an ice storm in the United States forced many miners to temporarily shut down operations, producing a signal that later looked misleading. Darkfost also cited false signals around the 2021 China mining ban and in June 2022, though he emphasized that the drivers were different in each case. “Hash Ribbons still has a strong long term track record, but the context behind each signal matters more than ever,” he wrote. “These days, mining activity is becoming increasingly sensitive as block rewards shrink over time. Right now, ongoing geopolitical conflict is disrupting parts of the energy market and key shipping routes, both of which can affect miner activity in a way.” That distinction is central to the current setup. A classic miner-capitulation signal can suggest that forced selling is easing and that weaker operators have already been flushed out. But if the hashrate decline was caused by temporary external disruption rather than deep financial stress across the mining sector, the signal may carry less information about market structure. Darkfost’s conclusion was therefore measured rather than outright bullish. Hash Ribbons may again be pointing to improving conditions for Bitcoin miners, but the current macro and energy backdrop complicates the read. At press time, BTC traded at $77,152. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
ZetaChain's post-mortem explained that the attacker took advantage of three vulnerabilities to drain $333,868 from team wallets.
Geopolitical tensions may escalate as host nations' reluctance to host U.S. forces could impact military strategies and market predictions.
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Iran's energy negotiations could stabilize global oil supply, potentially lowering prices and impacting market confidence in price hikes.
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MegaETH's TGE confirmation boosts market confidence, potentially influencing future crypto project launches and investor strategies.
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Markets are focused on Wednesday’s FOMC meeting, which could be one of Jerome Powell’s final appearances before his term ends on May 15. The Fed is widely expected to hold rates steady at 3.50%–3.75%, marking a third straight pause. Investors are also watching potential successor Kevin Warsh, whose confirmation process is underway. The outcome matters …
The recent uptick in Pi Network price is gaining attention as the token rises over 6% today, extending its weekly gains to nearly 16%. After a prolonged consolidation near lower support levels, Pi Network is now seeing renewed participation, with the rally backed by catalysts such as the Protocol 22 upgrade and growing visibility ahead …
The airstrikes may strain diplomatic efforts, but market confidence in ceasefire stability suggests limited immediate political impact.
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Warsh's leadership could shift monetary policy priorities, impacting inflation strategies and market expectations significantly.
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Iran's energy crisis heightens regime instability concerns, potentially impacting global oil markets and geopolitical dynamics.
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Not officially — but it could be one of Jerome Powell’s final major FOMC appearances before his current term is set to end on May 15. Speculation is rising as reports link Kevin Warsh to a possible replacement role. Markets are reacting because Warsh is considered more supportive of interest rate cuts, while ongoing inflation …
Trump's stance heightens geopolitical tensions, reducing diplomatic prospects and increasing market speculation on potential military actions.
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A US court sentenced Maximilien de Hoop Cartier to 8 years for operating an unlicensed crypto exchange that laundered more than $470 million.
Syndicate confirmed that its Commons bridge was compromised, allowing an attacker to steal around 18.5 million SYND tokens and sell them for an estimated $330,000–$400,000 before bridging funds to Ethereum. Following the exploit, SYND plunged roughly 35% as panic selling hit the market. The incident matters because it highlights ongoing security risks surrounding cross-chain bridges …
XRP Ledger is showing strong network activity, processing roughly 2.4 million transactions over the past 24 hours with ledgers closing every 3.9 seconds. Real-world asset adoption is also expanding, with projects like Ondo Finance contributing over $323 million on-chain alongside platforms such as Doppler and OpenEden. Stablecoin liquidity on the XRPL has climbed to around …