Operational expenses for executing transactions on the two leading layer one (L1) blockchain protocols have diminished notably relative to the same period in 2024, reflecting a striking recalibration. Cheaper Than Ever: Blockchain Users Reap Benefits of Fee Freefall Reflecting on last April, the average fee to transact on the Bitcoin blockchain hovered at $16.

Charles Schwab Corp CEO Rick Wurster is reportedly eyeing an April 2026 launch window to provide spot Bitcoin (BTC) trading services to Schwab clients.According to RIABiz, Wurster cited a 400% increase in traffic to Schwab's crypto website as evidence of investor interest in digital assets. The CEO predicted: “Our expectation is that with the changing regulatory environment, we are hopeful and likely to be able to launch direct spot crypto.

Binance warns Solana and BSC are gaining ground as Ethereum continues to struggle with high fees and slow speeds.

EOS is known for being a relatively stable cryptocurrency, with fewer dramatic price swings compared to others. While it's been on a gradual decline overall, its price movement in April has started to draw some attention.

One of Zug, Switzerland's Spar supermarkets has begun accepting Bitcoin as a form of payment, following an increasing number of enterprises welcoming cryptocurrency for day-to-day purchases. The move is a big development for the global grocery chain with almost 14,000 stores spread around the globe and catering to nearly 15 million customers every day.

The Bitcoin dominance in the cryptocurrency market is inching dangerously close to a long-term resistance level that has triggered major reversals in the past. This resistance level is highlighted on the weekly BTC.D candlestick timeframe chart.

A Bitcoin wallet that had remained dormant for an entire decade has suddenly sprung to life, according to blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain.

Is a rotation imminent – and if so, which altcoin leads the charge?

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen has proposed that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could potentially see a 137% increase in a perfect market scenario. What Happened: Cowen, during his discussion with Kyle Chasse, put forth that Bitcoin could reach up to $200,000 if it is currently in a right-translated cycle.

The Great Recession launched Bitcoin in the first place. Now, Fed Chair fears Trump's tariffs may lead to another financial crunch.

Robert Kiyosaki, the well-known entrepreneur and author, has predicted that Bitcoin's price will soon exceed $1 million. What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki, the author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, expressed the view that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) will cross the $1 million mark.

The Ethereum price continues to disappoint investors who expected that the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap would have hit new all-time highs alongside Bitcoin crossing $100,000. However, this has not been the case as Ethereum has reversed violently and returned to levels not seen in five years.

New data from the market intelligence firm Glassnode suggests that Bitcoin (BTC) could be nearing an early bear market. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Glassnode says that the crypto king is flashing signs that historically predate its entering into a bearish phase.

Around 4 a.m. Eastern time Saturday, when Bitcoin's block height reached 893,088, the network difficulty ratcheted upward to a new all‑time high, making the quest for new blocks considerably more difficult for miners. Block 893,088 Triggers Another All‑Time High in Mining Complexity After the prior adjustment delivered a 6.81% gain, Bitcoin's difficulty has climbed anew.

Bitcoin is slowly pushing higher, aiming to reclaim the 200-day moving average, but the price remains stuck below it. Considering the futures market sentiment, the next breakout or rejection could spark major volatility.

While Ethereum has bounced back above the $1,600 level, several altcoins are surging with ALEO and GMT leading the charge. ALEO has risen 26.2% in the last 24 hours, trading at $0.2498 from a low of $0.1949.

Spar has become the first supermarket in Switzerland to begin accepting Bitcoin (BTC), marking a significant milestone in the country's progressive approach to digital asset adoption.

Whales and institutions are increasing their Bitcoin holdings ahead of Easter, as market analysts predict a weekend with less volatility after two weeks of heightened volatility driven by escalating global trade tensions.London-based investment firm Abraxas Capital acquired 2,949 Bitcoin (BTC) worth more than $250 million during the four days leading up to April 19. In the latest transaction, the firm bought over $45 million worth of Bitcoin from Binance on April 18, according to crypto intelligence firm Lookonchain, citing Arkham Intelligence data.

Tether doubles down on mining with Bitdeer and OCEAN, and invests in Fizen to improve digital payment accessibility and infrastructure.

It seems hard to believe, but the price of Bitcoin (BTC 1.05%) on Jan. 1, 2023, was just $16,625. Fast-forward to today, and the price of Bitcoin is nearly $85,000.

Texas House discusses Bitcoin reserve initiative, potential $500M investment.

While markets struggle to regain their momentum, a silent accumulation of bitcoin by the largest holders, the famous "whales," is reshuffling the cards. By absorbing much more than the newly issued supply, these players are changing the market balance.

Financial author Robert Kiyosaki has predicted that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2035, while gold may hit $30,000 and silver $3,000 per ounce.

Bitcoin coils below $87.5K as whales stack billions—next stop $100K, or will momentum fade again?

The Ethereum price has stabilized above the support at $1,400 and below the resistance at $1,700 or the moving average lines.

Bitcoin traded at $85,287 on Saturday, commanding a $1.69 trillion market capitalization while moving $10.68 billion across exchanges in 24 hours. During the session, the leading cryptocurrency by market cap roamed between $84,366 and $85,398, packing price tension into a narrow corridor that could ignite the next decisive break.

The founder of the Cardano (ADA) crypto project, Charles Hoskinson, is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC). In a new CNBC interview, Hoskinson says that Bitcoin is not headed towards “another crypto winter” or a downturn.

Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen anticipates that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) will maintain its dominance over altcoins until there are alterations in the US monetary policy. What Happened: In a video post on Wednesday, Cowen communicated his insights to his 892,000 YouTube subscribers.

Bitcoin (BTC) faces “unprecedented” US dollar correlation as new BTC price research gives a $75,000 floor.In one of his latest analyses on April 18, network economist Timothy Peterson calculated that BTC/USD may rise as high as $138,000 within the next three months. BTC price probabilities give bulls the upper hand Bitcoin is navigating highly unusual macroeconomic conditions as a result of the ongoing US trade war, but history still offers clues as to where BTC price action may head next.

As uncertainty grips global markets, a strong signal emerges from the Bitcoin network: more than 170,000 BTC, nearly 14 billion dollars, have left dormant wallets. Such a rare and massive movement reactivates the specter of high volatility.

Prominent macroeconomist Lyn Alden believes Bitcoin is on track to finish 2025 above its current price of around $85,000. The post Lyn Alden Says Bitcoin Would Be Higher if Not for Trump's Tariff Shock appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin may be on the cusp of a strong bullish breakout as President Donald Trump considers replacing Jerome Powell as current chair of the Federal Reserve, even though he does not have the authority to do so.

Samson Mow, CEO of JAN3 and a strong Bitcoin supporter, just dropped a truth bomb for the crypto investors. Mow explained how many investors fall for a trap called “unit bias,” thinking cheap-looking coins like XRP, SOL are better deals.

Ethereum is quietly building momentum around the $1,600 mark after weeks of sideways movement.

China M2 supply hit a new high of 326T Yuan ($44.7T) at the end of the first quarter, sparking speculation that Bitcoin might soon surge in value.

The Bitcoin block 666,666 continues to be a standout, as it continues to capture the attention and imagination of the crypto community years after it was mined.

Although Bitcoin (BTC) continues to hold steady in the mid-$80,000 range, analysts are forecasting that significant volatility may be imminent for the leading cryptocurrency. That said, most analysts predict a potential price rally for the apex digital asset.

The chief executive of the world's largest crypto exchange has said Binance is advising countries on following the U.S.

A widely followed crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) will print new all-time highs once there's more clarity around two key issues.

Whales are back accumulating ETH.

Ethereum is trading below critical resistance levels after enduring weeks of heavy selling pressure and lackluster performance. Since breaking below the psychological $2,000 mark, the price has dropped more than 21%, signaling growing uncertainty among short-term investors.

Veteran trader Peter Brandt has surprised the community with his bold prediction for Ethereum. He predicts that Ethereum could fall back to $800 and shared a chart showing a descending triangle pattern, which is a bearish pattern that often signals about a bigger price drop ahead. Currently, the key support level is around $1,500.

Ethereum price is up 0.50% today following in Bitcoin's (BTC) footsteps. But, data from CoinGlass shows that $6 billion will be liquidated if Ethereum (ETH) moves just a $1,000.

The CIO of the oldest European cryptocurrency investing fund and seasoned crypto influencer agreed on a grim prediction for Bitcoin (BTC) security in the long term. Meanwhile, given the surprisingly poor performance of ETH/BTC, Crypto X is still trying to figure out which crypto is the best store of value (SoV).

Bitcoin reclaims $85K after ETF inflows rise. Binance tightens KYC in India, Kraken adds forex futures, and quantum risks stir Satoshi speculation. The post Bitcoin Reclaims $85,000 as ETF Inflows Surge—Can Bulls Push BTC to a New All-Time High? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin whales are buying again, and that's rarely a quiet signal. Large holders are scooping up $BTC at levels not seen since the last bull market, while mid-sized wallets are finally flipping bullish too.

Bitcoin is holding firm above $84,500, with potential to rise further. Positive job numbers from the US and talk of interest rate cuts have prompted investors to shift from traditional stocks to Bitcoin. Despite struggles in big tech, Bitcoin remains steady. If BTC breaks above $84,900, a move toward $87,000 is likely.

BTC jumped to almost $110,000 - history shows that it's not the end.