Strive (ASST) Adds 113 Bitcoin at an Average Price of $68,584 per BTC
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
Polymarket Unveils Exchange Overhaul, Native Stablecoin as U.S. Expansion Looms
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Polymarket Unveils Exchange Overhaul, Native Stablecoin As U.S. Expansion Looms
Polymarket is rolling out a major exchange upgrade—including a new trading system and native stablecoin—as it scales infrastructure and prepares for U.S. expansion.
Demonstration of “Attack Blocks” On Bitcoin’s Signet Test Network
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Demonstration Of "Attack Blocks" On Bitcoin's Signet Test Network
This Wednesday, Bitcoin developers will demonstrate "attack blocks" taking advantage of a consensus vulnerability on the Signet test network.
Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support
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Rwanda Reaffirms Crypto Ban After Bybit Adds Franc Support
National Bank of Rwanda reaffirmed its ban on cryptocurrency use involving the Rwandan franc after Bybit introduced P2P trading support, warning of financial risks and lack of legal protections.
Bitcoin drops toward $68,000 as demand weakens and whales sell
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-drops-toward-usd68-000-as-demand-weakens-and-whales-sell
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Bitcoin drops toward $68,000 as demand weakens and whales sell
Glassnode data shows soft participation, while a negative gamma setup below $68,000 leaves BTC exposed to a faster move toward $60,000.
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Bitcoin pulls away from software stocks as Iran war, AI reshape market dynamic
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-pulls-away-from-software-stocks-as-iran-war-ai-reshape-market-dynamic
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Bitcoin up, software stocks down since the war began
BTC correlation with an ETF tracking software comany stocks broke sharply from near-total alignment to near zero after the conflict started.
Bitcoin price-drop speculation spurred by familiar price pattern
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-price-drop-speculation-spurred-by-familiar-price-pattern
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Analysts eye potential breakdown as BTC price repeats familiar pattern: Crypto Markets Today
BTC and ETH remain stuck in a two-month range as oil prices and Iran tensions weigh on sentiment, while AI and privacy tokens show surprising relative strength.
Bitcoin briefly touches $70,000 as ETF inflows signal institutional interest
https://www.coindesk.com/daybook-us/2026/04/07/bitcoin-briefly-touches-usd70-000-as-etf-inflows-signal-institutional-interest
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Bitcoin (BTC) price touches $70,000 as ETF inflows signal institutional interest: Crypto Daybook Americas
The day ahead in crypto: April 7, 2026
Why Michael Saylor's bitcoin buys aren’t moving the needle anymore
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/why-strategy-s-bitcoin-buying-isn-t-moving-the-market
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Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) keeps buying bitcoin, so why isn’t the price moving?
Despite billions in purchases, MSTR demand is being outweighed by long term holder positioning and broader capital flows.
Regulation by hostility: the real legacy of Biden-era crypto policy
https://www.coindesk.com/opinion/2026/04/07/regulation-by-hostility-the-real-legacy-of-biden-era-crypto-policy
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Regulation by hostility: the real legacy of Biden-era crypto policy
Thorn argues that a recent New York Times op-ed rewrites history through omission, glossing over the collateral damage caused by the previous administration.
Americans’ losses to crypto scams rose to over $11 billion last year, FBI reports
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/americans-losses-to-crypto-scams-rose-to-over-usd11-billion-last-year-fbi-reports
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Crypto scams cost Americans $11.4 billion in 2025, FBI says
Victims faced rising losses per case as fraud schemes became more sophisticated and organized Authorities warn many operations are linked to transnational crime networks exploiting forced labor
DeFi yields are crashing so hard that they can't compete with a traditional savings account
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/defi-yields-are-crashing-so-hard-that-they-can-t-compete-with-a-traditional-savings-account
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The era of easy money in crypto is over as DeFi yields are failing to compete with a simple savings account
DeFi yields have collapsed below TradFi rates, forcing investors to face higher smart contract risks for lower returns as regulation and exploits mount.
‘Don’t waste time with crypto': Here is what Solana Foundation's cryptic message really means
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/don-t-waste-time-with-crypto-here-is-what-solana-foundation-s-cryptic-message-really-means
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/07/don-t-waste-time-with-crypto-here-is-what-solana-foundation-s-cryptic-message-really-means
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Solana news (SOL): Here is what Solana Foundation's cryptic 'Don’t waste time with crypto' ad really means
The foundation says it is becoming a leading network for “agentic payments.”
Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF MBST To Go Live Tomorrow, 16,000 Advisors Ready To Sell It To Clients
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Morgan Stanley’s 'Monster' Bitcoin ETF Goes Live Tomorrow
Morgan Stanley’s spot bitcoin ETF (MBST) is set to begin trading on April 8, marking the bank’s entry into the U.S. spot bitcoin ETF market.
Trump-linked World Liberty faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned network: The Times
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/trump-linked-world-liberty-faces-scrutiny-over-ties-to-sanctioned-network-the-times
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Trump-linked World Liberty Financial questioned over partner’s prior links to sanctioned network
Questions raised over due diligence after partner project was previously tied to figures linked to Cambodia’s Prince Group
Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/07/stablecoin-issuers-get-closer-to-u-s-federal-rules-with-fdic-s-new-proposal
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/07/stablecoin-issuers-get-closer-to-u-s-federal-rules-with-fdic-s-new-proposal
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Stablecoin issuers get closer to U.S. federal rules with FDIC's new proposal
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. approved a proposed rule to govern the issuers, even as the Senate continues to debate GENIUS Act details.
Bitcoin rises past $69,000 as risk markets reverse big early losses on hope for Iran deal
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-rises-past-usd69-000-as-risk-markets-reverse-big-early-losses-on-hope-for-iran-deal
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/07/bitcoin-rises-past-usd69-000-as-risk-markets-reverse-big-early-losses-on-hope-for-iran-deal
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Bitcoin price news: BTC recovers from early losses on hope for Iran ceasefire
Iran's government is reportedly reviewing Pakistan's request for a two-week ceasefire positively, according to an Axios report.