Kraken won‘t negotiate after extortion attempt with client data
The exchange’s head of security said there had been two incidents involving “inappropriate access” to client data, involving about 2,000 user accounts. Go to Source
Month: April 2026
Bitcoin’s struggle to build long-lasting uptrend remain: Here’s why
Bitcoin’s attempts to hold rallies above the $70,000 to $75,000 range continue as ETF demand limps along, US treasury yields rise and traders take profit as BTC price hits overhead resistance. Go to Source
Bitcoin Shrugs off Strait of Hormuz Blockade to Hit $72,629 Intraday High
Bitcoin staged a market-defying recovery on Monday, April 13, rising to an intraday high of $72,629 shortly after reclaiming the $72,000 level. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin rose to $72,629 on April 13, recovering from a flash crash caused by failed U.S.-Iran talks. The Strait of Hormuz blockade pushed oil to $100, triggering $59 million in Bitcoin … Read more
Robinhood Restricts High-Risk Prediction Contracts Amid Israel Insider Trading Charges, Iran Bet Scrutiny
Robinhood has pulled certain prediction market contracts from its platform over concerns about market manipulation and insider trading, even as the brokerage projects the fast-growing product category could generate $300 million in annual revenue. Key Takeaways: Robinhood excluded “mention markets” from its platform, citing insider trading and market manipulation risks Suspiciously timed Polymarket bets before … Read more
Dormant Bitcoin wallets are the biggest quantum risk: Here is why
Not all Bitcoin faces the same level of risk from quantum computing. Dormant wallets with exposed public keys could be the first targets. Go to Source
Bitcoin shorts above $70K at risk since ‘90% of downside’ is already complete
Bitcoin price data suggests BTC remains undervalued and that short positions opened above $70,000 face a high risk of liquidation. Go to Source
Starkware Cuts Jobs as Starknet Revenue Collapses
Starkware is restructuring and cutting staff after Starknet revenue fell more than 99% from its peak. The company is shifting focus toward building its own revenue-generating products. Key Takeaways: Starkware revenue fell from close to $6 million in 2023 to $48 in April 2026, forcing layoffs and restructuring. EIP-4844 cut Starknet fees, compressing income despite … Read more
Jito, KODA team up on institutional staking in South Korea
The collaboration aims to bring regulated custody and staking for JitoSOL to South Korea as institutions prepare for new crypto rules. Go to Source
Crypto-aligned super PAC begins to endorse candidates for US midterms
The Fellowship PAC reported spending $300,000 on advertising for a Republican running to represent Georgia’s 14th Congressional District in 2026. Go to Source
Bitcoin bounces to $72.5K as markets react to US Strait of Hormuz blockade
Bitcoin rallied to $72,500 as US stocks reacted to US efforts to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the rebound, BTC traders warned that a price correction remains a risk. Go to Source