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Bitcoin Erases $30 Billion in Value After Early Monday Price Rejection

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Following the proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, bitcoin experienced a volatile session, briefly surging to nearly $79,500 before retreating to $77,500 early Monday. Key Takeaways: Bitcoin hit $79,490 on April 27 before a sharp retreat following news of a proposed U.S.-Iran

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SEC Chair Paul Atkins Makes History as First Sitting Commissioner to Address the Bitcoin Conference

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SEC Chair Paul Atkins is set to deliver a fireside chat at the Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas on Monday, marking the first time a sitting U.S. securities regulator has spoken at the annual event. Key Takeaways: SEC Chair Paul Atkins is set to address the attendees of Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas on […]

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BTC Touches $79,000 on Day One of the Bitcoin 2026 Conference in Las Vegas

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BTC crossed $79,000 on Monday as the Bitcoin 2026 conference opened its doors at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, extending a four-week rally underpinned by record ETF inflows, easing geopolitical tensions, and fresh regulatory clarity from U.S. authorities. Key Takeaways: BTC touched $79,000 on April 27, coinciding with the opening day of the Bitcoin […]

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Senator Bernie Sanders Issues Warning on AI’s Existential Threat

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Sanders stressed that even as most AI scientists acknowledge the possibility of AI escaping control and becoming a danger to our existence, no major measures have been taken to avoid it. “We must make certain that Al benefits humanity, not hurts us,” he stated. Key Takeaways: Bernie Sanders warns humanity might lose control of AI, […]

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This Week in Crypto Law (Apr. 19, 2026)

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Law and Ledger is a news segment focusing on crypto legal news, brought to you by Kelman Law – A law firm focused on digital asset commerce. This Week in Crypto Law The opinion editorial below was written by Alex Forehand and Michael Handelsman for Kelman.Law. This week in crypto law showcased a defining theme […]

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Chainalysis: EU’s New Sanctions on Russia Mark ‘a New Era’ of Crypto Enforcement

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The blockchain intelligence agency highlighted that the recently issued sanctions package against Russia was perhaps the most comprehensive crypto-focused action by the EU, targeting the whole Russian cryptocurrency sector rather than individual actors, including the digital ruble in full and the RUBx token. Key Takeaways: The EU launched its 20th sanctions package,

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TRM Labs Highligihts Rise of Stablecoins in Venezuela

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TRM Labs’ latest report on global cryptocurrency adoption stressed that stablecoins are being used in Venezuela as part of retail users’ arsenal to deal with high inflation and capital-constrained environments, countering currency instability and capital controls as parallel currency markets surge. Key Takeaways: TRM Labs reports a Q1 2026 shift to USDT, boosting

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Coinbase Brings USDC Payouts to Nium’s Network Across 190+ Countries

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Coinbase has partnered with Nium to enable global payments using USD Coin, expanding stablecoin use in cross-border transactions. The integration reflects growing demand for faster settlement and reduced reliance on traditional banking infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Coinbase expands USDC payments through Nium’s network across 190+ countries. Nium clients can fund payouts

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Great Time to Buy Crypto May Follow 50% Index Drop, Bloomberg Strategist Says

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The Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index could fall sharply before a clearer crypto buying opportunity emerges. Continued volatility and weak price retention highlight growing pressure on digital assets despite earlier gains. Key Takeaways: Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index may decline toward lower support, signaling a delayed but clearer crypto entry opportunity. Mike McGlone

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DeFi United Secures $160M as Industry Moves to Cover Aave Bad Debt Crisis

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A coordinated decentralized finance ( DeFi) relief effort has reportedly raised $160 million to cover bad debt created when attackers exploited KelpDAO’s bridge and deposited unbacked collateral into Aave V3 markets on April 18, 2026. Key Takeaways: Aave froze rsETH reserves within hours of the April 18 Kelp DAO exploit, which created up to $230.1 […]