Bhutan, the Himalayan Kingdom which is known for valuing happiness over money, is now exploring ways to mining green cryptocurrency using clean hydropower. It also views blockchain as a new path to boost the economy and create new jobs.

Once at the center of major enforcement actions, Binance now appears to be advising countries on creating strategic crypto reserves.

Bitcoin's upward momentum appears to be slowing down following a recovery phase earlier this week. After climbing close to $86,000, BTC has retraced slightly, hovering just above the $84,000 mark at the time of writing.

Ripple's XRP has failed to make a massive up move even after a positive legal update. XRP's price currently trades around 1.5% higher at $2.09. XRP saw a sharp breakout between April 12-13, rallying from $2.00 to a high of $2.24 — an 11.7% move fueled by a surge in volume.

The legal fight between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) seems far from over. Even though the U.S. Court of Appeals has agreed to pause the case for 60 days, many are now asking, What's happening behind the scenes? Meanwhile, Prominent Crypto Lawyer James Farrell has shed some light on it.

While Mantra's downfall has deepened market skepticism, XRP's likely inclusion in a spot ETF offers a contrasting wave of optimism for traders, Santiment's analysts say.

Matt Hougan, the chief investment officer (CIO) of crypto asset management firm Bitwise, is highlighting a factor that could be bullish for Bitcoin (BTC).

Bitcoin dipped 1.5% to $83,700 during remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the Economic Club of Chicago on Wednesday.

The Bitcoin Policy Institute has suggested that Bitcoin could reach a price of $1 million if the U.S. government were to purchase 1 million BTC.

Bitcoin Core v29 has just been released, signaling the resolution of a debate within the Bitcoin community that stretches all the way back to the days when Satoshi Nakamoto was still actively discussing new ideas on Bitcointalk. The announcement arrived with a statement in the release notes explaining that, starting with v28.

Hong Kong is changing its tune following a new law, approving for the second time an Ethereum ETF with a staking component.

Despite continued price volatility around the $85,000 mark, sentiment toward Bitcoin on social media has turned bullish, according to analytics platform Santiment. The post Bitcoin Sentiment Turns Bullish as Price Hovers Near $85K: Santiment appeared first on Cryptonews.

Project Eleven, a quantum computing research and advocacy firm, has launched the Q-Day Prize, a global competition offering 1 bitcoin (BTC) to the first team able to break an elliptic curve cryptographic (ECC) key, the cryptography which secures the Bitcoin network, using Shor's algorithm on a quantum computer.

April 17, 2025 06:53:17 UTC XRP Price Jumps 20% Amid Lawsuit's Final Phase Ripple's decade-long legal battle with the SEC is nearing its end, but a crucial step remains. Ripple seeks an “indicative ruling” from Judge Torres to resume private XRP sales, which is vital for a future IPO.

U.S. Secret Service and Canadian authorities shut down a $4.3M Ethereum phishing scam in a joint operation.

A financial analyst has publicly criticized the use of global M2 money supply data to predict Bitcoin (BTC) price movements, calling such analyses mathematically unsound and misleading.

According to industry data, fifteen miners collectively sold over 40% of the Bitcoin they produced last month. The move signals a clear shift away from the recent HODL trend.

Crypto markets steadily rose in Asian morning hours Thursday after a sell-off the night before as Fed chair Jerome Powell dashed hopes of early rate cuts as global markets reel from the impact of newly-levied U.S. tariffs.

Lately, there has been a huge sell-off in Bitcoin amid the uncertain macro environment and fears of a trade war driven by Trump tariffs. But who are these selling the Bitcoins? Is it the institutions, whales or the retailers dumping it? Lets find out.

ETH is 60% away from its peak during this cycle, where is the low?

Bhutan is contemplating the use of its hydropower resources for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining to stimulate its economy without compromising its environmental goals. What Happened: In an interview with Reuters on Tuesday, Ujjwal Deep Dahal, CEO of Bhutan's sovereign wealth fund, Druk Holding and Investments Ltd.

The tone of Bitcoin-related social media posts has flipped to bullish according to crypto analytics platform Santiment, despite Bitcoin continuing to swing around $85,000.“Traders are showing optimism that BTC can regain $90K, which will likely be dependent on tariff and global economy news as the week progresses,” Santiment said in an April 16 X post.

If the United States bought 1 million BTC, the price of bitcoin could reach 1 million dollars. A strategic reserve that would disrupt the global economy and reinvent financial assets.

Ethereum has mirrored Bitcoin's recent recovery trend, posting a near 10% gain over the past week. The asset had previously experienced a sharp correction, but its latest rally saw prices climb toward the $1,600 mark.

Semler Scientific is looking to raise $500 million in new securities after settling a large case with the Department of Justice, according to company filings. The health care technology company will use some of the money to expand its crypto holdings, which are already in excess of 3,000 coins.

The Ripple-linked XRP cryptocurrency is on track to score six consecutive months of positive returns against archrival Ethereum (ETH) for the first time in history.

Bitcoin hovers near $84.4K as Binance traders quietly flip bullish. A breakout above $85.5K could trigger $637M in short liquidations. Here's what to watch. The post Bitcoin Traders Suddenly Turn Bullish on Binance – What Are They Seeing That You're Not? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Binance is helping governments shape crypto rules and Bitcoin reserve plans, signalling growing global adoption, says CEO Richard Teng. The post Binance is Helping Countries Craft Crypto Frameworks and National Bitcoin Strategies, CEO Says appeared first on Cryptonews.

Transaction costs on the Ethereum network have dropped to the lowest level in five years as the amount of activity on the blockchain is in a lull, according to the onchain analytics platform Santiment. Ethereum network fees are now around $0.168 per transaction and the reduction in fees coincides with fewer people sending Ether (ETH) and interacting with smart contracts, Santiment marketing director Brian Quinlivan said in an April 17 blog post.

Ripple and the SEC have agreed to pause their long-running legal battle amid settlement talks, as ETF experts signal growing confidence in the approval of a spot XRP ETF.

Publicly listed Bitcoin miners are facing increasing economic pressure, which led to the largest monthly sell-off of mined BTC since October 2024.

The 10-year-long case showcasing Ripple's true commitment and breaking the chain of SEC's manipulation and injustice has finally reached its last leg.

While the crypto market remains unsettled by speculative shocks, a subtle signal is capturing the attention of insiders: Bitcoin whales are strengthening their positions. The number of addresses holding between 1,000 and 10,000 BTC has just reached 2,014, a peak since April 2024.

Privacy is once again a hot topic among Ethereum developers, reignited by recent events surrounding Tornado Cash. In 2022, the U.S. government sanctioned the Ethereum-based crypto mixer, triggering controversy in the crypto community over censorship and privacy rights.

Eric Trump, the second son of U.S. President Donald Trump, is set to speak at Consensus 2025 in Toronto, where he will share his vision for transforming the U.S. Bitcoin mining industry. As Chief Strategy Officer of American Bitcoin, a venture launched in partnership with Hut 8, Trump aims to build the worlds largest and most efficient pure-play Bitcoin mining company.

XRP has captured the crypto markets attention with one of the most extreme liquidation imbalances seen in recent sessions. In just one hour, XRP futures saw an astonishing 8,909% difference between short and long liquidations, totaling $248,000 in overall liquidations on altcoin perpetuals.

Crypto analyst Michael van de Poppe predicts Bitcoin could reach a new all-time high (ATH) within the next three months, citing macroeconomic indicators and historical trends. His projection is based on a chart shared by Julien Bittel, Head of Macro Research at Global Macro Investor (GMI), which reveals a strong correlation between Bitcoins price and the global M2 money supply.

The XRP community is buzzing after a massive transfer of 70 million XRP, valued at over $150 million, between two unidentified wallets. The transaction, flagged by Whale Alert, sparked intense speculation across crypto forums and social media, especially given its timing alongside a slight uptick in XRPs market price.

Despite market uncertainty, Bitcoin ETFs returned to net inflows, led by BlackRocks iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), which added 455 BTC in the past 24 hours, according to Lookonchain data. This brought IBITs total holdings to 571,869 BTC, cementing its dominance in the sector.

Bitcoin (BTC) fell over 3% to around $83,500 on Wednesday, retreating from Tuesdays high above $84,200 as Asian markets responded with profit-taking. The broader crypto market followed suit, with total market capitalization down 3.3% in the past 24 hours.

Financial commentator Peter Schiff, known as Dr. Doom for accurately predicting the 2008 financial crisis, has issued a bold investment recommendation: sell all your Bitcoin and shift into gold mining stocks. Schiff argues that Bitcoin is the epitome of risk assets, and its recent sell-off supports his thesis as gold continues to post new record highs.

ProShares, a leading exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuer, has updated its filing to set April 30 as the target date for launching its XRP futures-based ETF. While this signals the product is nearly ready, there is no guarantee it will start trading on that specific date.

XRP is facing renewed selling pressure after breaking below a key technical pattern known as a rising wedge, pointing to a bearish shift in the near-term outlook. The pattern, which is formed by converging trendlines connecting higher highs and higher lows, typically suggests weakening bullish momentum.

Semler Scientific, a Nasdaq-listed healthcare tech firm, is doubling down on Bitcoin with plans to raise up to $500 million through a new securities offering, according to a recent SEC filing. The filing, a shelf registration statement, would allow the issuance of various securities including common stock, preferred stock, debt instruments, and warrants over time.

This article analyzes the shifting correlation between Bitcoin and gold, highlighting how rising global liquidity, trade tensions, and technical chart patterns signal potential bullish momentum for both assets.

A new report by Reuters suggests that China may be looking to liquidate large stashes of confiscated Bitcoin, potentially exerting downward pressure on BTC's price. Sources cited by Reuters indicate that local Chinese governments have been engaging private companies to convert seized Bitcoin into cash, in an effort to bolster public finances under strain from a slowing economy.

XRP price started a fresh decline below the $2.150 zone. The price is now consolidating above $2.00 and facing hurdles near the $2.120 zone.

Ethereum (ETH) continues to move sideways in the $1,600 area, as trader monitor trade war headlines and commentary from Fed policymakers, and wonder whether the crypto might soon recover from its brutal sell off. The post Can Ethereum Bounce Back from Brutal Sell-Off? Here's What the Charts Say appeared first on Cryptonews.