Bitcoin tops $79K as tensions ease
Bitcoin has climbed above $79,000, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and improving market sentiment.
Bitcoin has climbed above $79,000, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and improving market sentiment.
Justin Sun said TRON aims to become the first quantum-resistant blockchain, with a testnet launch planned for Q2 2026 and a mainnet rollout in Q3.
A Bloomberg Intelligence strategist said a clearer crypto buying opportunity may only emerge after the Bloomberg Galaxy Crypto Index falls as much as 50% from its recent peak.
A coordinated DeFi recovery effort has raised $160 million to cover bad debt linked to an exploit involving Aave, after attackers deposited unbacked collateral into its V3 markets.
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady at 3.75% at the April 29 FOMC meeting, with traders assigning a 99% probability to no change.
Bitcoin mining stocks have significantly outperformed Bitcoin in 2026, with major listed miners posting gains of up to 73% while BTC itself remains down roughly 12% year-to-date.
The Pi Network token PI rose more than 5% to above $0.18 as Bitcoin hovered near $78,000 during a subdued but event-driven weekend session.
Donald Trump said he would sign the CLARITY Act immediately if it reaches his desk, signalling support for a comprehensive US crypto regulatory framework.
Bitcoin traded at $77,989 on April 26, 2026, consolidating near the upper end of its range as short-term momentum showed signs of weakening.
Coinbase has partnered with Nium to expand USD Coin payouts across more than 190 countries, targeting faster and more efficient cross-border payments.
The stablecoin market recorded $892 million in outflows following the KelpDAO breach, as investors pulled liquidity from DeFi protocols amid heightened risk concerns.
A new academic study has found that cryptocurrencies such as XRP remain heavily influenced by traditional financial markets rather than acting as independent hedges.