Today's Crypto Pulse
Bitcoin slides below $70k as energy‑price worries spark $1.8B in liquidations
Bitcoin fell under $70,000 amid heightened energy‑price uncertainty linked to U.S.–Iran tensions. The dip triggered roughly $1.8 billion in crypto liquidations, while institutional investors pulled more than $4.2 billion from digital‑asset positions.
Also developing:
By the numbers: Strive acquires 2,500 Bitcoin for $185.2M
How Does a Blockchain Work?
Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger where each block contains transaction data, a cryptographic hash, and a link to the previous block. Nodes maintain full copies of the chain and validate new blocks through consensus mechanisms, ensuring immutability and resistance to tampering. The system uses public‑private key cryptography for digital signatures and wallets to manage assets. This architecture enables trustless transactions without a central intermediary.
European Digital Banking Platform CaixaBank Introduces Digital Assets Investment Services
Spain’s CaixaBank has obtained EU‑wide authorization under the MiCA framework to operate as a crypto‑asset service provider. The bank will roll out regulated custody, order execution and transfer services for digital assets, building on its 2025 launch of bitcoin‑linked exchange‑traded...
The Attraction of Cryptocurrencies and NFTs to Money Launderers
Cryptocurrencies and NFTs are increasingly exploited by money launderers because they offer perceived anonymity, easy access and limited regulatory oversight. Criminals leverage unregulated exchanges, prepaid cards, cash deposits and privacy‑focused coins to obscure illicit proceeds. Law‑enforcement investigations have uncovered platforms...
AI Trading Bots Power 70%‑80% of Crypto Volume, Marking the Sector’s Chatbot Surge
AI‑driven trading bots now execute an estimated 70‑80% of all crypto market volume, while a wave of new conversational AI platforms is entering exchanges and wallets for automated trading and customer support. The rapid adoption signals a turning point for...
Stablecoin Market Breaks $300 B as Mastercard Moves to Acquire BVNK for $1.8 B
The global stablecoin market has crossed the $300 billion mark and processes roughly $15 trillion a year, rivaling Visa’s payment volume. At the same time, Mastercard disclosed a definitive agreement to buy stablecoin‑infrastructure firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion, signaling a major...
Crypto Embraces Regulator-in-the-Loop Strategy as Federal Rules Roll Out
U.S. regulators are moving from a fragmented, adversarial approach to a coordinated, iterative framework for crypto, anchored by the GENIUS Act’s stablecoin-specific rules and the SEC’s upcoming CLARITY Act. The White House’s stablecoin report and FDIC‑OCC prudential framework further cement...
Textual Fingerprint Points to Adam as Likely Satoshi
Ngl, I found the NYT story compelling. As someone who has edited a LOT of people over the decades, it is true that random quirks in regards to word choice and how they type, punctuate, capitalize are a sort of...
User Adoption Locks In Crypto Policy Across Administrations
What struck me most from @DEXintheCityPod this week: @HesterPeirce frames the window of opportunity. "The more people are actually using your products and services, the harder it will be for any new administration to change." That reframes what builders should prioritize...
What Is a Blockchain?
A blockchain is a distributed, tamper‑resistant ledger first introduced in 2009 to power Bitcoin. While its origin was a proof‑of‑concept cryptocurrency, developers quickly recognized broader applications across finance, supply chains, NFTs, and digital royalties. Blockchains fall into two categories: permissionless...
Massive XRP Hedge Fund Could Launch XRPL’s Largest DeFi Protocol
$350-400M XRP in hedge fund would make largest XRPL DeFi protocol if on-chain. Regulated securities offering replicates on-chain structure. Pseudo accounts, borrow-lend, liquidity pools coming via XLS amendments. Future yield products mirror current model.
Adam's Bitcoin Mining Claim Sparks Overstatement Debate
It’s interesting that Adam does claim to have invented Bitcoin mining, and that’s the one area where many people claim he’s making an overstatement. https://t.co/kXirPE7jhy
Paysafe’s MoonPay Deal Brings Stablecoin Rails to a Payments Platform That Handled $167B Last Year
Paysafe announced a partnership with MoonPay to embed crypto payment capabilities into its global payments platform. The new “Pay with Crypto” product lets merchants accept USDC, other stablecoins and major cryptocurrencies, converting deposits into U.S. dollars. The service targets e‑commerce,...
Determining the Yield Threshold for On‑Chain Risk
What percent yield do you consider high enough to be worth the risk to go onchain?
Iran's Bitcoin Toll Claim Likely IRGC Trolling
I’ll believe Iran is charging a toll in $BTC when I see a tx linked to a vessel’s toll payment. Otherwise it’s just the IRGC trolling the western filthy fiat financial system.
ARB + AVAX + BNB
On April 8, 2026, analyst Paul Webborn released a technical review of Arbitrum (ARB), Avalanche (AVAX) and Binance Coin (BNB). He applies an Elliott Wave 2.0 framework that first maps market structure, then waits for price confirmation before assigning targets. The analysis emphasizes cycle positioning, clearly...
Morgan Stanley Bitcoin ETF Draws $34M on Debut
On the first day of trading, the #Bitcoin ETF from Morgan Stanley attracted $34,000,000 in capital. https://t.co/WMpzcUz8H9
Morgan Stanley Advisors Push Bitcoin and ETFs to Clients
Here's how Morgan Stanley's 16,000 financial advisors will be positioning btc & btc ETFs to clients... First marketing materials. They're clearly committed to this. https://t.co/impEsvl9De
White House Says Stablecoin Yield Won't Hurt Bank Deposits
The White House Council of Economic Advisers released a report showing that prohibiting stablecoin issuers from paying yield would raise bank lending by about $2.1 billion – just 0.02% of total loans – contradicting banking industry warnings of massive deposit outflows....
Only 18% APY Justifies On‑Chain Risk
Back in peak DeFi farming days you’d think about APY as how many days it would take to recoup principal with the yield. That’s how risky it felt and that same rigor should be applied when thinking about interacting onchain today. Yes,...
#58734
On April 1, 2026 the Board of Trustees of ETF Opportunities Trust announced the closure and liquidation of the REX Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Convertible Bond ETF (ticker BMAX). Trading will cease on April 13, 2026 and the fund will be liquidated by...
Proof's Trust Ledger Processes Over $643 B in Real‑Estate Deals, $151 B in 2025 Alone
Proof announced that its blockchain‑based Trust Ledger has secured more than $643 billion in real‑estate transactions, including $151 billion in 2025. The surge reflects growing demand for AI‑resistant identity verification as fraudsters target high‑value property deals.
IMF Warning on Tokenisation
The IMF cautions that tokenisation, while promising faster, cheaper payments, could amplify systemic risk by removing traditional settlement delays that act as safety buffers. Near‑instant settlement and smart contracts may accelerate shock transmission, limiting regulators' ability to intervene. Stablecoins, as...
Adam Back Says Quantum Risk to Crypto Not Imminent Now
Blockstream researchers have integrated quantum‑ready signature formats into Liquid, Bitcoin's layer‑two solution, as part of a two‑year effort by a 20‑person team. They argue that Bitcoin users have roughly a decade to migrate keys, making the quantum threat manageable. Current...
Blue‑chip Fundamentals Won’t Protect; Use Mechanical Exit Rules
$AVAX wasn't a meme coin. It was considered a blue chip. Great technology. Strong fundamentals. A serious team. Down 94%. From nearly $150 in 2021 to under $9 today. And it never came close to that 2021 high throughout...
Quantum Threat to 1.7M BTC Could Crash Market
Wow. Early Bitcoin wallets holding ~1.7M BTC ($120B) are for owners MIA and therefore vulnerable to quantum hacking due to exposed public keys. If cracked, these Bitcoins could flood the market with catastrophic price consequences.
Treasury Proposes AML Rules for Stablecoin Issuers
The Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued a proposal that subjects stablecoin issuers to bank‑like anti‑money‑laundering (AML) and counter‑terrorist‑financing rules. The draft mirrors recent FDIC and OCC guidance, demanding risk‑based AML programs, SAR filing at the $5,000...
Satoshi’s Identity Remains Unknowable without Definitive Insight
Unless Joe has a view on who Satoshi is I’m just going to assume it’s unknowable.
CBDC Arriving 2031, Crypto Considered Dead
This is literally a CBDC which sounds great because we are getting one in or around 2031 and traditional finance is currently preparing for it. Crypto is dead.
Crypto Option Income ETFs Post March Distributions
Amplify ETFs announced March income distributions for its six crypto option income ETFs, delivering annualized yields from 27.90% to 50.52%. The funds employ weekly covered‑call strategies on digital‑asset exchange‑traded products rather than holding the underlying cryptocurrencies directly. Two funds—EHY and...
New Crypto Super PAC Linked Primarily to Tether
Missed this last week — but further confirmation that this new crypto super PAC is majorly tied to Tether.
Mythos Launch Could Trigger Ethereum Hack?
"If Mythos comes out, do you think we'll see a hack on Ethereum?" -- @austingriffith 👀 https://t.co/HJ4d0pgTJE
Iran Demands Bitcoin For Ships Passing Hormuz During Ceasefire
Iran's Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Products Exporters' Union announced that any oil tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz during a two‑week cease‑fire must pay a toll of $1 per barrel in Bitcoin. Ship owners must email cargo details, receive a...
Bitcoin Poised to Break Out Above $71,500 Support
💥BITCOIN IS TRYING TO BREAKOUT If it holds here as support, it could finally confirm an S/R flip of $71,500 This could signal a breakout after two months of consolidation The expansion could be FAST 📈 https://t.co/IX4nxVCRYJ
April Historically Boosts Bitcoin Performance
Bitwise: historically, April is one of the strongest months of the year for BTC. https://t.co/mWxfs08KtH
AI Changing Crypto Compliance and Security - Rick Harmsen | ATC #606
In this episode Stephen Sargent and Rick Harmsen, CTO of Data Expert, compare insights from the ECC conference in Cannes and the Chainalysis Links conference in New York, focusing on AI, regulation, and compliance in crypto. They discuss how AI...
Chat Flips to 1800s Despite Tech Talk
"They'll respond to me and suddenly we're in the 1800s, and I'm like, 'Motherfucker, I've only ever asked you about Ethereum, security, DPRK ... WHY ARE WE IN THE 1800s?!'" -- @tayvano_ https://t.co/n3G8P9BCQy
Tradexyz on Hyperliquid Gains Mainstream Momentum
Most interesting story in crypto right now is @tradexyz on Hyperliquid Surging volume, open interest Weekend oil pricing, official SP500 perp Crossing the chasm into the mainstream https://t.co/Yq3cDajeNs
Crypto Markets Surge as US-Iran Ceasefire Triggers Short Squeeze
Crypto markets rallied on Wednesday after a surprise two‑week US‑Iran ceasefire, pushing Bitcoin to a three‑week high above $72,700. The surge triggered a short squeeze that liquidated roughly $470 million in bearish positions, while the broader market cap rose to $2.51 trillion....
AI Models Excel at Scraping Crypto Knowledge
"Internally, we built this crypto knowledge base. It turns out models are really good at scraping. I wonder where they learned that 🤔" -- Kain https://t.co/n3G8P9BCQy
Iterate Until It Works: Mastering Ethereum Skills
🤖 "That's how ETH skills became a thing. I just did something over and over until it stopped doing the stupid thing." -- Austin Griffith https://t.co/HJ4d0pgTJE
Fireblocks and Dynamic Bring Enterprise-Grade Wallet Infrastructure to TON and Telegram
Fireblocks and its embedded‑wallet arm Dynamic have added support for The Open Network (TON) on Telegram Mini Apps. The integration automatically provisions TON wallets and couples them with Fireblocks’ custody, governance and compliance stack, letting developers launch payment, trading and...
Banks Resist Stablecoins to Avoid Paying Users' Risks
MORE ON STABLECOINS VS THE BANKS "bankers argue they don’t always come back in the same form" Traditional Finance literally thrives off derivatives, they just do not want to be forced to pay YOU for gambling with YOUR money once the current...
Investing in Unaudited Smart Contracts: A Risky Joke
"Tay is going to hate this." -- @austingriffith on putting money into smart contracts that no human has looked at 😂 https://t.co/n3G8P9BCQy
CLARITY Act a ‘Done Deal,’ Bullish for XRP
North Carolina Rep. Hugh Blackwell announced that the CLARITY Act is a "done deal," signaling that banks and crypto firms have reached a compromise. The bill, which passed the House 294‑134, now awaits a Senate markup in April and a...
Local ETH Model Not Ready for Investment Yet
Kain: I haven't tried giving a dumb local model ETH skills, but is it fine tuned enough that it can do a good job? "I would't put money in it yet." -- @austingriffith https://t.co/HJ4d0pgTJE
Flip Fear: Expect Both Bull and Bear Cycles
A lot of people are concerned that we won't ever see a bull market ever again on #Altcoins. In the peak of the bull market, a lot of people are concerned there won't be a bear market any more and FOMO...
Crypto Exchange Trading Volume Halved Since October 2025
Crypto activity continues to decline. Trading volumes on centralized crypto exchanges have already fallen by 50% from their peak in October 2025. https://t.co/BR11BRk9l7
Satoshi's Mysterious Origin and Flawless OpSec Baffle Us
How are people not fascinated by the origin of Satoshi? Whether it’s one guy or a group, to invent this gigantic novel thing, and to have such incredible OpSec in this day and age is a wild story
Banks Weaponize Bitcoin Criticism to Sway Skeptics
Now Bitcoin and Crypto will be used as an even more egregious negative talking point by those who already dont like Bitcoin and Crypto because the banks told them so.
NYT Unmasks Bitcoin Creator; Bryce's Take Worth Reading
As soon as I saw that the NYT was the latest organisation to "unmask" bitcoin's inventor I knew I wanted to read Bryce's take. It took some cajoling, but it was worth it.