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TuesdayApr 14, 2026 10:00 am

BTC Community Reacts to Iran’s Bitcoin Use for Hormuz Passage

Debate has intensified within the Bitcoin community over reports that Iran may consider accepting the crypto as payment for oil tanker transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a route that carries roughly one-fifth of the world’s oil supply. The discussion gained traction after a midweek article by the Financial Times suggested Iranian authorities were exploring alternatives to traditional payment channels, including Bitcoin, in an effort to sidestep U.S.-imposed sanctions. The report quickly drew attention across financial and digital asset circles, prompting both support and skepticism. Subsequent accounts have presented differing views on what forms of payment might actually be under…

FridayApr 10, 2026 10:00 am

North Korean Cybercriminals Grab $285M from Crypto Exchange

A group of hackers linked to North Korea has carried out one of the largest crypto thefts of the year, seizing roughly $285 million from a decentralized trading platform after quietly embedding themselves in its operations over several months. The target was Drift Protocol, an exchange operating on the Solana network. The breach unfolded on April 1, according to Elliptic and TRM Labs. Both organizations concluded that the perpetrators were connected to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, with estimates of the stolen funds at around $285 million. Investigators say the attackers took 12 minutes to drain assets from user…

ThursdayApr 09, 2026 10:00 am

April Could Witness High Volatility in Crypto Markets

Military actions tied to the U.S. have increasingly unfolded at the start of weekends in 2026, a pattern that first drew attention after an operation in Venezuela earlier in the year. That incident led to the abduction and detention of the country’s leadership during a pre-dawn raid ordered by President Donald Trump. Similarly, strikes targeting Iran also began during weekend hours, reinforcing the timing trend. One explanation often cited by analysts is timing. Traditional financial markets are largely inactive during weekends, which may limit immediate disruption across equities and broader economic systems. However, digital assets operate without interruption, and that…

TuesdayApr 07, 2026 10:30 am

Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE) Q4 Revenue Surge Portends 2026 Growth

Strong revenue growth for digital mortgage platform provider Beeline Holdings is encouraging for 2026, with net revenue for Q4 2025 rising 127% year over year, and mortgage originations increasing 44% to $84.7 million during the quarter. Unit economics also improved, with revenue per loan rising 31% while cost per loan declined 18%. Beeline ended 2025 debt-free, strengthening its balance sheet ahead of expansion, as the company launched its new BeelineEquity platform introducing blockchain-recorded fractional home-equity transactions. Management expects revenue growth to accelerate in 2026 as digital automation and new fee-based products scale. Beeline Holdings (NASDAQ: BLNE), a fast-growing digital mortgage…

TuesdayApr 07, 2026 10:00 am

Australia Passes Bill Compelling Crypto Platforms to Obtain Financial Licenses

Australia has approved new legislation that brings crypto businesses under the country’s formal financial services regime. The measure, introduced by the Treasury last November, passed both chambers of parliament, setting clear requirements for companies dealing in digital assets. Known as the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025, the law compels crypto exchanges and custody providers to secure an Australian Financial Services License. It applies to businesses defined as tokenized custody operators and digital asset platforms, placing them under standards similar to those governing traditional financial institutions. Under the new law, platforms are required to meet obligations designed to protect…

MondayApr 06, 2026 10:00 am

$290M Exits Bitcoin ETFs as Derisking Continues

A wave of selling swept through U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs during the final week of March, with investors pulling over $290 million between March 24 and 27. The shift reflects a broader retreat from risk across global markets, reversing what had begun as a positive start to the week. Trading opened on Monday with strong demand as funds recorded inflows of $167.2 million. By Friday, sentiment had turned negative, culminating in a single-day withdrawal of $225.5 million. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust accounted for a significant share of those redemptions. The heaviest selling pressure was on March 26, when investors withdrew…

ThursdayApr 02, 2026 10:00 am

Crypto Market Maintains its Overall Capitalization

The crypto market is holding near a $2.32 trillion market cap, showing little change compared with last week. That stability stands out at a time when traditional equities have struggled, with the Nasdaq-100 shedding roughly 5% over the same period. While crypto assets are still trading below key technical indicators, recent price action suggests a base may be forming. Prices have repeatedly found support near levels first seen in early February, indicating a phase of consolidation after earlier declines. Bitcoin opened the week under pressure, briefly slipping below the $65,000 mark on Monday. The move triggered a wave of stop-loss…

WednesdayApr 01, 2026 9:45 am

Perpetuals.com Ltd. (NASDAQ: PDC) to Present AI-Driven Trading Platform at Emerging Growth Conference

The company’s AI-driven digital asset trading platform combines artificial intelligence, blockchain settlement, and EU-compliant market infrastructure, and CEO Patrick Gruhn is expected to outline the company’s strategy and engage with investors at the Emerging Growth Conference, taking place online April 1, 2026. Perpetuals operates technology supporting a CySEC-authorized multilateral trading facility under European regulatory frameworks. Perpetuals.com (NASDAQ: PDC), a fintech company developing AI-powered trading products and prediction markets, announced that CEO Patrick Gruhn will deliver a presentation and participate in a live question-and-answer session with investors at the Emerging Growth Conference on April 1 at 12:35 p.m. Eastern Time. The…

WednesdayApr 01, 2026 9:00 am

Beeline Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: BLNE) Reports 127% Revenue Growth and Key Milestones Achieved in Q4 2025, Detailing Strategic Priorities for 2026

Beeline Holdings Inc., in a recent update call, reported 127% year-over-year revenue growth for Q4 2025, reflecting the expansion of its digital mortgage platform. Mortgage origination volume rose 44% to $84.7 million during the quarter, and average revenue per loan increased 31%, while cost per loan declined 18%, indicating improving unit economics. Q4 also had the company releasing BeelineEquity, a blockchain-recorded platform allowing homeowners an efficient way to access equity without refinancing. Management says the company ended 2025 debt-free, strengthening its balance sheet ahead of expansion, and executives expect accelerating revenue growth in 2026 as new products and AI-driven automation…

TuesdayMar 31, 2026 10:00 am

Why Crypto Startups Are Struggling to Attract VC Funding

Raising venture capital has become more challenging for cryptocurrency startups as investors pull back and tighten their criteria in a cooling market. Sami Start, CEO and founder of crypto infrastructure firm Transak, says the shift marks a clear departure from the previous boom cycle, when funding flowed more freely across the sector. Building on this, Start noted that venture firms are placing fewer bets and taking a more cautious approach. Rather than backing a wide range of ideas, investors are concentrating on businesses that demonstrate tangible demand and fit within existing financial systems. The broader downturn, which has erased roughly…