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
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
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
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
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
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/morgan-stanleys-bitcoin-mbst-to-go-live
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/morgan-stanleys-bitcoin-mbst-to-go-live
Bitcoin Magazine
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
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.
Demand for Crypto Pay Surges, but Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/demand-for-crypto-pay-surges-but-payroll-systems-fall-behind-research
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/demand-for-crypto-pay-surges-but-payroll-systems-fall-behind-research
Bitcoin Magazine
Demand For Crypto Pay Surges, But Payroll Systems Fall Behind: Research
A new Oobit survey finds many workers—especially those already holding crypto—are open to being paid partly in digital assets.
FDIC Advances Stablecoin Oversight Framework Under GENIUS Act With New Prudential Rule Proposal
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/fdic-advances-stablecoin-oversight
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/fdic-advances-stablecoin-oversight
Bitcoin Magazine
FDIC Advances Stablecoin Oversight Framework Under GENIUS Act With New Prudential Rule Proposal
The FDIC has moved forward with a new GENIUS Act framework outlining how U.S. banks can issue and manage stablecoins, signaling expanded federal oversight of dollar-backed digital assets.
Bitcoin Price Pumps Above $72,500 as Trump, Iran Announce Ceasefire
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-surges-above-72500
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/markets/bitcoin-price-surges-above-72500
Bitcoin Magazine
Bitcoin Price Pumps Above $72,000 On Trump, Iran Ceasefire
Bitcoin price jumped about 5% late Tuesday to $72,753 after President Donald Trump signaled a pause in escalation with Iran.
Bitcoin vaults past $72,000 as U.S. stock futures surge on a two‑week U.S.–Iran ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-u-s-stock-futures-surge-on-a-two-week-u-s-iran-ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-u-s-stock-futures-surge-on-a-two-week-u-s-iran-ceasefire
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Bitcoin surges past $72,000 as oil crashes on a two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire
Risk assets rose late Tuesday as oil collapsed after Trump and Iran confirmed the two-week ceasefire.
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CZ says SBF asked for billions 'like a Bologna sandwich' as FTX collapsed
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/cz-says-sbf-asked-for-billions-like-a-bologna-sandwich-as-ftx-collapsed
https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/04/07/cz-says-sbf-asked-for-billions-like-a-bologna-sandwich-as-ftx-collapsed
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Caroline Ellison made a ‘fatal mistake’ that triggered the total collapse of FTX, Zhao says
In his new memoir, Changpeng Zhao reveals he signed the FTX letter of intent as a formality and calls Caroline Ellison's $22 floor price offer a "fatal mistake."
Bitcoin, ether, oil shorts lead $427 million wipeout on US-Iran ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-ether-oil-shorts-lead-usd427-million-wipeout-on-us-iran-ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/bitcoin-ether-oil-shorts-lead-usd427-million-wipeout-on-us-iran-ceasefire
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Bearish bets on bitcoin, ether, oil shorts lead $427 million wipeout on US-Iran ceasefire
Short sellers betting on continued war escalation lost $427 million in 24 hours as bitcoin vaulted past $72,000 on the ceasefire announcement.
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XRP zooms 5% on bitcoin strength, but trend reversal still unconfirmed
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/xrp-zooms-5-on-bitcoin-strength-but-trend-reversal-still-unconfirmed
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/xrp-zooms-5-on-bitcoin-strength-but-trend-reversal-still-unconfirmed
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XRP price analysis: Ripple-linked token jumps 5% on bitcoin strength
Breakout backed by institutional flows and whale buying, though broader downtrend and weak ETF demand cap conviction.
Attacking bitcoin mining with a quantum computer would require the energy of a star, academics say
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/08/attacking-bitcoin-mining-with-a-quantum-computer-would-require-the-energy-of-a-star-academics-say
https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/04/08/attacking-bitcoin-mining-with-a-quantum-computer-would-require-the-energy-of-a-star-academics-say
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Attacking bitcoin mining with a quantum computer would require the energy of a star, academics say
One paper finds that attacking the bitcoin blockchain through quantum mining would demand the energy output of a star. Another replicates every major "quantum factoring breakthrough" using a 1981 home computer and a dog.
Iran to Accept Bitcoin for Strait of Hormuz Transit as Ceasefire Takes Hold
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/iran-to-accept-bitcoin-for-strait
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/iran-to-accept-bitcoin-for-strait
Bitcoin Magazine
Iran To Accept Bitcoin For Strait Of Hormuz Transit
Iran plans to charge ships Bitcoin tolls to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, tying the cryptocurrency to a key global energy chokepoint.
Morgan Stanley Becomes Official First US Bank To Launch A Spot Bitcoin ETF
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/morgan-stanley-us-bank-spot-bitcoin-etf
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/news/morgan-stanley-us-bank-spot-bitcoin-etf
Bitcoin Magazine
Morgan Stanley Becomes Official First US Bank To Launch A Spot Bitcoin ETF
Morgan Stanley officially launched the first U.S. bank-issued spot bitcoin ETF, undercutting rivals on fees and leveraging its massive advisor network to challenge BlackRock’s dominance.
Crypto markets rally as Trump announces two-week Iran ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/crypto-markets-rally-as-trump-announces-two-week-iran-ceasefire
https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/08/crypto-markets-rally-as-trump-announces-two-week-iran-ceasefire
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Gemini said Crypto markets surge following two-week ceasefire announcement: Crypto Markets Today
Digital assets spiked as a surprise geopolitical de-escalation triggered $600 million in liquidations, sending Bitcoin toward $73,000 and boosting altcoin demand.
South Korea takes away exchange discretion in a major anti-phishing crackdown
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/08/south-korean-authorities-mandate-unified-crypto-withdrawal-delays-to-curb-fraud
https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/04/08/south-korean-authorities-mandate-unified-crypto-withdrawal-delays-to-curb-fraud
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South Korean authorities mandate unified crypto withdrawal delays to curb fraud
The new rules apply uniform criteria for withdrawal exceptions based on account history and transaction patterns.