Bitcoin Positioning Hits 4-Month High as Traders Ramp Up Leverage
Bitcoin Positioning Index climbed to 40.1, while its 30-day simple moving average (SMA-30d) rose to 4.5, which represents a four-month high. At the same time, the 30-day change in open interest (OI) increased by 14.5%, one of the strongest readings recorded over the past 120 days. Both indicators suggest...
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The $290 Million KelpDAO Hack Linked to North Korea Wiped $13 Billion From DeFi in Two Days
A $290 million exploit on KelpDAO’s cross-chain bridge on April 18, attributed by LayerZero to North Korea’s Lazarus Group, sent shockwaves through DeFi and erased more than $13 billion in total value locked across protocols within 48 hours. Attackers drained…...
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Kalshi flags more insider trading cases, including politician who appeared on FBoy Island
The prediction market platform, which has been caught in the middle of a regulatory battle between the feds and the states, is seeking to demonstrate strong controls....
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Kraken to Congress: stop taxing every coffee and fix staking rules
Kraken says it filed 56m 2025 crypto tax forms, most under $50, and is urging Congress to create a de minimis exemption and let users defer tax on staking rewards until sale. Kraken is using this tax season to put…...
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North Korea’s Lazarus Group Is Targeting Crypto Executives With Fake Meeting Invites
North Korea’s Lazarus Group has launched a new macOS malware campaign called Mach-O Man that uses fake online meeting invitations to trick crypto and fintech executives into executing malicious commands on their own devices, according to blockchain security firm CertiK.…...
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US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating Strait of Hormuz crisis
US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Ceasefire by April 30 at 16.5% YES. The post US military intercepts Iranian oil tankers, escalating Strait of Hormuz crisis appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Bitcoin $80K April 2026 odds jump as tokenization gains momentum
Institutional interest in tokenization could drive significant Bitcoin price increases, impacting broader financial markets and regulatory landscapes. The post Bitcoin $80K April 2026 odds jump as tokenization gains momentum appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Jason Yanowitz: Crypto’s identity crisis in the mainstream, the urgent need to rebuild trust, and the shift from adversaries to partners with banks | Bell Curve
Crypto’s identity crisis deepens as trust issues and broken assets challenge industry growth. The post Jason Yanowitz: Crypto’s identity crisis in the mainstream, the urgent need to rebuild trust, and the shift from adversaries to partners with banks | Bell Curve appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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White House warns of worsening situation for Iranian regime amid failed talks
Increased instability in Iran could lead to heightened military tensions, impacting regional security and global diplomatic efforts. The post White House warns of worsening situation for Iranian regime amid failed talks appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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UN backs US-Iran ceasefire extension, market odds drop sharply
The UN’s endorsement highlights diplomatic challenges, as market skepticism suggests limited confidence in achieving a ceasefire soon. The post UN backs US-Iran ceasefire extension, market odds drop sharply appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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