Polymarket pulls controversial Iran rescue markets after intense backlash
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/05/polymarket-pulls-controversial-iran-rescue-markets-after-intense-backlash
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/05/polymarket-pulls-controversial-iran-rescue-markets-after-intense-backlash
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Polymarket pulls controversial Iran rescue markets after intense backlash
Prediction markets face rising regulatory pressure, with congressional Democrats proposing legislation to ban contracts tied to elections, war and government actions.
A simple explainer on what quantum computing actually is, and why it is terrifying for bitcoin
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/05/a-simple-explainer-on-what-quantum-computing-actually-is-and-why-it-is-terrifying-for-bitcoin
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/05/a-simple-explainer-on-what-quantum-computing-actually-is-and-why-it-is-terrifying-for-bitcoin
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Why the mind-bending physics of quantum computing is terrifying for bitcoin and crypto
Most simplifies the complex process of quantum computing as "it can be 0 and 1 at the same time." That is not an explanation for why it threatens Bitcoin. This is.
Bitcoin meltdown to $10,000 remains likely unless prices reclaim $75,000, analyst says
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-meltdown-to-usd10-000-remains-likely-unless-prices-reclaim-usd75-000-analyst-says
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-meltdown-to-usd10-000-remains-likely-unless-prices-reclaim-usd75-000-analyst-says
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Bitcoin must retake $75,000 or risk annihilation to $10,000, analyst says
Bloomberg's Mike McGlone has reiterated his forecast that Bitcoin could plunge to $10,000, this time anchoring his outlook to a clear line in the sand: $75,000.
Bitcoin reclaims $69,000 as ceasefire talks surface and crypto shorts get squeezed
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-reclaims-usd69-000-as-ceasefire-talks-surface-and-crypto-shorts-get-squeezed
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-reclaims-usd69-000-as-ceasefire-talks-surface-and-crypto-shorts-get-squeezed
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Bitcoin price news: BTC back above $69,000 as crypto shorts get squeezed
A report that the U.S. and Iran are discussing a 45-day ceasefire lifted risk assets across the board on Monday, with short liquidations outpacing longs nearly 3-to-1 in the past 12 hours.
XRP drifts higher to $1.33, but range-bound trade still dominates
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/xrp-drifts-higher-to-usd1-33-but-range-bound-trade-still-dominates
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/xrp-drifts-higher-to-usd1-33-but-range-bound-trade-still-dominates
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XRP price news: What next as Ripple-linked token dominated by range-bound trade
Rising volume and steady support near $1.30 suggest buyers are active, though XRP remains tied to broader crypto sentiment.
Circle future-proofs Arc blockchain against quantum threats
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/stablecoin-issuer-circle-s-arc-blockchain-to-debut-with-quantum-era-features
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/stablecoin-issuer-circle-s-arc-blockchain-to-debut-with-quantum-era-features
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Circle future-proofs Arc blockchain against quantum computing threats
Circle’s Arc blockchain said users will be able to create wallets that withstand future quantum computer attacks from day one.
China orders Apple to pull Dorsey's Bitchat, the messaging app used during Iran protests
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/06/china-orders-apple-to-pull-dorsey-s-bitchat-the-messaging-app-used-during-iran-protests
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/06/china-orders-apple-to-pull-dorsey-s-bitchat-the-messaging-app-used-during-iran-protests
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China orders Apple to pull Dorsey's Bitchat, the messaging app used during Iran protests
The peer-to-peer app runs entirely over Bluetooth and mesh networks without an internet connection, making it popular with protesters and incompatible with Beijing's censorship regime.
IMF warns tokenization could bring crypto risks into global financial markets
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/imf-warns-tokenization-could-bring-crypto-risks-into-global-financial-markets
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/imf-warns-tokenization-could-bring-crypto-risks-into-global-financial-markets
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IMF warns tokenization could bring crypto risks into global financial markets
Tokenization could amplify volatility through automated markets and smart contracts, the report said.
Bitcoin rallies on report of Iran ceasefire talks, Algorand extends gains
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-rallies-on-report-of-iran-ceasefire-talks-algorand-extends-gains
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-rallies-on-report-of-iran-ceasefire-talks-algorand-extends-gains
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Bitcoin (BTC) price rallies on Iran ceasefire talks, Algorand (ALGO) extends gains: Crypto Markets Today
If a ceasefire materializes, a relief rally could further benefit risk assets. For now, traders appear to be treating the headlines with skepticism.
Strategy added another 4,871 bitcoin for $330 million, with holdings nearing 767,000 BTC
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/strategy-buys-another-4-871-bitcoin-for-usd330-million-as-holdings-near-767-000-btc
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/strategy-buys-another-4-871-bitcoin-for-usd330-million-as-holdings-near-767-000-btc
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Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) purchased $330 million of bitcoin last week
Last week's purchases were mostly funded via sales of the company's STRC preferred stock.
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Michael Saylor’s Strategy (MSTR) Buys $330 Million in Bitcoin, Holdings Near 767K BTC
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/michael-saylors-strategy-buys-330-million
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/michael-saylors-strategy-buys-330-million
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Strategy (MSTR) Buys $330 Million In Bitcoin, Holdings Near 767K BTC
Strategy (MSTR) added to its bitcoin position in early April, acquiring 4,871 BTC for about $329.9 million, reinforcing its balance-sheet-focused accumulation strategy despite sizable unrealized losses.
Bitcoin Price Briefly Tops $70,000 as Donald Trump’s Iran Signals Rattle Markets
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-briefly-tops-70000
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-briefly-tops-70000
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Bitcoin Price Briefly Tops $70,000 As Donald Trump’s Iran Signals Rattle Markets
Bitcoin price pushed back toward the top of its recent range after a burst of geopolitical headlines tied to Donald Trump and tensions around the Strait of
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Bitmine's ether treasury hits 4.8 million ETH as stock listing moves to NYSE
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitmine-s-ether-treasury-hits-4-8-million-eth-as-stock-listing-moves-to-nyse
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitmine-s-ether-treasury-hits-4-8-million-eth-as-stock-listing-moves-to-nyse
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BMNR news: Bitmine's ETH treasury hits 4.8 million tokens BMNR stock uplists to NYSE
The company now holds 3.98% of all ether in circulation, has staked $7.1 billion of it, and says it is generating $196 million in annualized staking revenue.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 8.1% over weekend
https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-indices/2026/04/06/coindesk-20-performance-update-near-protocol-near-jumps-8-1-over-weekend
https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-indices/2026/04/06/coindesk-20-performance-update-near-protocol-near-jumps-8-1-over-weekend
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CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR Protocol (NEAR) jumps 8.1% over weekend
Avalanche (AVAX), up 5.5% since Friday, joined NEAR Protocol (NEAR) as a top performer.
Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/strive-asst-adds-113-bitcoin
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/strive-asst-adds-113-bitcoin
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Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin At An Average Price Of $68,584 Per BTC
Strive expanded its Bitcoin treasury with a new acquisition of 113 bitcoin.
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Polymarket reveals a 'full exchange upgrade' to take control of its own trading and truth
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/polymarket-reveals-a-full-exchange-upgrade-to-take-control-of-its-own-trading-and-truth
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/polymarket-reveals-a-full-exchange-upgrade-to-take-control-of-its-own-trading-and-truth
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Polymarket just revealed a 'full exchange upgrade' to take control of its own trading and truth
The $20 billion prediction market is overhauling its infrastructure and launching a native stablecoin to streamline trading as it prepares for a major U.S. expansion.
Aave loses key risk manager, Chaos Labs, amid contributor exodus and disputes
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/06/aave-loses-key-risk-manager-chaos-labs-amid-contributor-exodus-and-disputes
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/06/aave-loses-key-risk-manager-chaos-labs-amid-contributor-exodus-and-disputes
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Aave loses key risk manager Chaos Labs amid contributor exodus and disputes
A key sticking point is Aave’s V4 upgrade, which introduces a new architecture and significantly expands the scope of risk management. Chaos argues this shift increases both operational complexity and responsibility, without a matching increase in resources…
Bitcoin options market is quietly pricing a major downside move
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-options-market-is-quietly-pricing-a-major-downside-move
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/06/bitcoin-options-market-is-quietly-pricing-a-major-downside-move
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Bitcoin price analysis: BTC's 'stability' is a mirage, says Bitfinex
Options data shows traders are bracing for a sharp bitcoin drop as weak demand and fragile positioning leave the market exposed to a break below key levels, a report from Bitfinex shows.
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Second’s Bark Boasts New era of Bitcoin Payments, drawing in former Blockstream developers
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/secondhqs-bark-boasts-new-era-of-bitcoin-payments-drawing-in-former-blockstream-developers
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/business/secondhqs-bark-boasts-new-era-of-bitcoin-payments-drawing-in-former-blockstream-developers
Bitcoin Magazine
The Wallet That Could End Lightning Onboarding Nightmares: Second’s Bark Is Here
One app download and you’re sending Bitcoin lightning-fast with zero channel drama. Grubles left Blockstream to build Bark at Second — and early signet testers say it’s a game-changer.