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Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

April 06, 2026

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Crypto attorney says Drift incident may qualify as 'civil negligence'

Crypto attorney says Drift incident may qualify as 'civil negligence'

April 06, 2026

The $280 million Drift Protocol attack was likely carried out by threat actors aligned with North Korea state-affiliated hackers.

Polymarket odds of US invading Iran this year reach 63% after Trump's post

Polymarket odds of US invading Iran this year reach 63% after Trump's post

April 05, 2026

The President of the United States continues to give contradictory signals of escalating the war and winding it down within a few weeks.

Bitcoin and the US dollar have a 'symbiotic' relationship: BPI exec

Bitcoin and the US dollar have a 'symbiotic' relationship: BPI exec

April 05, 2026

Demand for either currency strengthens both in a reinforcing relationship, contrary to popular sentiment, Sam Lyman told Cointelegraph.

Robert Kiyosaki recommends Bitcoin, gold as 1974 shift comes full circle

Robert Kiyosaki recommends Bitcoin, gold as 1974 shift comes full circle

April 05, 2026

The Rich Dad Poor Dad author continues to back Bitcoin, gold and silver as alternatives to traditional money.

New Bitcoin price lows 'matter of time' says trader with BTC stuck at $67K

New Bitcoin price lows 'matter of time' says trader with BTC stuck at $67K

April 05, 2026

Bitcoin added downside BTC price warnings as Binance order-book data showed multiple investor classes selling coins into the weekend.

‘Existential’ token problem seen as supply outpaces value creation: Blockworks exec

‘Existential’ token problem seen as supply outpaces value creation: Blockworks exec

April 05, 2026

Blockworks' Michael Ippolito sees surge in token supply diluting returns, breaking the link between fundamentals and price while raising concerns about crypto’s long-term model.

Anthropic launches PAC amid tensions with Trump administration over AI policy

Anthropic launches PAC amid tensions with Trump administration over AI policy

April 05, 2026

AI firm Anthropic forms an employee-funded PAC while facing questions over political balance and a growing dispute with the Pentagon over AI use.

Drift Protocol $280M exploit took 'months of deliberate preparation'

Drift Protocol $280M exploit took 'months of deliberate preparation'

April 05, 2026

Drift Protocol said, with “medium-high confidence,” that the recent attack was carried out by the same actors responsible for the $58 million Radiant Capital hack in October 2024.

Bitcoin bearish social chatter reaches 5-week high: Santiment

Bitcoin bearish social chatter reaches 5-week high: Santiment

April 05, 2026

Santiment said bearish Bitcoin comments on social media have climbed to a five-week high, which could signal a reversal sooner rather than later.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says Iranian government's ban backfired

Telegram founder Pavel Durov says Iranian government's ban backfired

April 04, 2026

Thousands of software developers are currently developing virtual private networks to circumvent Tehran's control of local internet access, Durov said.

Jimmy Song explains why Bitcoin needs a 'conservative' node client

Jimmy Song explains why Bitcoin needs a 'conservative' node client

April 04, 2026

The Bitcoin advocate is the co-founder of ProductionReady, a non-profit initiative to fund open source development of BTC software and education.

Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi, rejects event contract defense

Nevada judge extends ban on Kalshi, rejects event contract defense

April 04, 2026

The judge said Kalshi’s event contracts are indistinguishable from sports betting, supporting the state’s position that the platform requires a gaming license.

Prediction markets are testing legal limits in strict Asian markets

Prediction markets are testing legal limits in strict Asian markets

April 04, 2026

Prediction markets are expanding into Asia’s largest economies, but unclear legal definitions and strict gambling laws may limit how far they can go.

Bitcoin shorts risk $2.5 billion liquidation at $72K: Are bears in danger?

Bitcoin shorts risk $2.5 billion liquidation at $72K: Are bears in danger?

April 04, 2026

Bitcoin is poised for a reversal if ETF demand returns or a ceasefire occurs, potentially crushing short sellers in a massive price squeeze.

Polymarket takes down market on missing US pilot after backlash

Polymarket takes down market on missing US pilot after backlash

April 04, 2026

Polymarket cited “integrity standards” for removing the market but did not specify which rule was broken, drawing scrutiny from users who questioned how its policies are applied.

Rich Bitcoin traders lost $337M daily in first quarter of 2026

Rich Bitcoin traders lost $337M daily in first quarter of 2026

April 04, 2026

Bitcoin whales and sharks have locked in $30.9 billion in BTC losses this year, resembling the 2022 bear market, as onchain data points to continued downside risk.

Tether may delay fundraising if demand falls short at $500B valuation: Report

Tether may delay fundraising if demand falls short at $500B valuation: Report

April 04, 2026

The $500 billion valuation would put Tether ahead of every US bank except JPMorgan Chase, surpassing Bank of America and placing it among the world’s largest financial firms.

Bitcoin’s ‘no direction’ action may lead to heavier breakout: Analyst

Bitcoin’s ‘no direction’ action may lead to heavier breakout: Analyst

April 04, 2026

The longer Bitcoin's price stays flat, the bigger the move up could eventually be, according to a crypto analyst.

Bitcoin ETFs 'will be larger' than gold ETFs: Analyst

Bitcoin ETFs 'will be larger' than gold ETFs: Analyst

April 04, 2026

Bitcoin ETFs offer more use cases for the average investor’s portfolio than a gold ETF does, according to ETF analyst James Seyffart.

Ethereum Foundation nearly reaches 70,000 staked ETH goal

Ethereum Foundation nearly reaches 70,000 staked ETH goal

April 04, 2026

The non-profit foundation has staked 69,500 ETH, nearly reaching the goal it unveiled at the end of February, less than two months ago.

Cambodian lawmakers propose severe prison time for crypto scammers

Cambodian lawmakers propose severe prison time for crypto scammers

April 04, 2026

The draft bill, yet to be signed into law by the king, marked a significant policy change for Cambodia officials in addressing scam centers.

Is Bitcoin mispricing a prolonged Iran war? Ex-hedge fund manager weighs in

Is Bitcoin mispricing a prolonged Iran war? Ex-hedge fund manager weighs in

April 03, 2026

In a recent Cointelegraph interview, macro investor James Lavish explains why markets are pricing in a quick end to the Iran war — and what could happen if that assumption is wrong.

US community banks oppose OCC's approval of Coinbase trust charter

US community banks oppose OCC's approval of Coinbase trust charter

April 03, 2026

The Independent Community Bankers of America warns Coinbase’s trust charter falls short of regulatory standards and could pose risks to consumers and the financial system.

Kalshi onboards ex-Democratic strategist amid legal troubles

Kalshi onboards ex-Democratic strategist amid legal troubles

April 03, 2026

Stephanie Cutter will join the prediction markets company as a policy adviser, having previously worked in Democratic lawmakers’ campaigns.

ZachXBT accuses Circle of $420M in 'compliance failures' since 2022

ZachXBT accuses Circle of $420M in 'compliance failures' since 2022

April 03, 2026

Circle had several hours or days to freeze illicit USDC funds in many of the 15 cases presented, but failed to act, according to ZachXBT.

Crypto Biz: Bitcoin treasuries break ranks as BTC dips below $70K

Crypto Biz: Bitcoin treasuries break ranks as BTC dips below $70K

April 03, 2026

Corporate Bitcoin holders split as Strategy holds firm while Nakamoto sells at a loss, exposing risks of debt-driven accumulation and a shifting treasury model under pressure.

Execution risk in crypto is the new custody risk

Execution risk in crypto is the new custody risk

April 03, 2026

Execution risk in crypto is the new custody risk. Live credentials, not just private keys, are now the main attack surface.

Price predictions 4/3: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, BCH, LINK

Price predictions 4/3: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, BCH, LINK

April 03, 2026

Bitcoin is attempting to form a bottom, but select analysts believe that the decline is not over yet and the $60,000 level may break down.

Binance led Q1 crypto derivatives as Hyperliquid cracked top 10: CoinGlass

Binance led Q1 crypto derivatives as Hyperliquid cracked top 10: CoinGlass

April 03, 2026

Binance led derivatives trading in Q1 2026 with about $4.9 trillion in volume, while Hyperliquid entered the top 10 as perp DEXs continued to gain traction, according to CoinGlass.

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