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#Bitcoin has long been promised to function as money. In practice, it rarely does.While 99% of transactions are still speculative trading, for as long as bitcoin has been a thing it has been used to s

#Bitcoin has long been promised to function as money. In practice, it rarely does.While 99% of transactions are still speculative trading, for as long as bitcoin has been a thing it has been used to skirt governments’ economic controls. Cryptocurrencies are particularly attractive for countries facing sanctions.The Iranian government is considering charging oil tankers for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in cryptocurrency. The reports have excited the bitcoin community with crypto markets jumping slightly in response. “Once the email arrives and Iran completes its assessment, vessels are given a few seconds to pay in bitcoin, ensuring they can’t be traced or confiscated due to sanctions”, an Iranian government spokesperson told the Financial Times.$2 million per ship – in cryptoAccording to blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs, Iran’s armed forces, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), has accepted payments from ship operators since March, charging up to US$2 million per vessel to transit the strait. Payment can be made not only in bitcoin but also in Chinese yuan or the dollar-pegged “stablecoin” tether.For shipping companies, the details remain unclear. But many ships are unlikely to set sail without assurances of safe passage from the IRGC.The US has taken a hard line. President Donald Trump has accused Iran of extortion and stated that the US would hunt down and intercept any ships in international waters that paid the Iranian tolls.The stalemate is likely to tighten an already narrow choke point. The war has reduced the passage of tankers to a trickle.Practical problemsOur research has examined how individuals and governments facing sanctions use cryptocurrencies as a way to buy and sell oil, raise hard currency and sidestep economic embargoes. Iran is no stranger to crypto shenanigans. Around 4.5% of all bitcoin mining takes place there, allowing the country to purchase imports and bypass US sanctions.Yet implementing a bitcoin-based toll sy

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Bitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?HTX Community Spring Creation ContestClaim1,200 USDT in the Monthly Creation Challenge Legendary Investor Turns $31K Bet on Asteroid Shiba into $301K: Details An u

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Legendary Investor Turns $31K Bet on Asteroid Shiba into $301K: Details
An unidentified crypto trader has transformed a modest bet on Asteroid Shiba (ASTEROID) into a substantial gain after enduring more than a year of losses.

In the fast-paced cryptocurrency market, where participants often pursue quick profits, the activity of wallet ‘0x2aff’ presents a stark contrast.

According to Lookonchain, the trader made a high-risk move in late 2024 by accumulating billions of ASTEROID tokens. Although the position initially deteriorated, it has since surged sharply following an extended holding period.

Key Points

An unidentified trader transformed a $31,000 ASTEROID investment into over $300,000 after enduring a prolonged drawdown.

The trader initially deployed 12 Ethereum to acquire 4.61 billion ASTEROID tokens in September 2024.

The position stayed underwater for more than 570 days before rebounding to approximately $301,939.

Despite the sharp recovery, the trader has not sold, raising questions about whether they are aware of the surge.



Legendary Investor Turns $31K Bet on Asteroid Shib

On April 18, the maritime intelligence company 'TankerTrackers' reported on social media that two Indian vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz were forced back by the Iranian Islamic Revolu

Iranian Military Fires on Tankers Attempting to Cross Strait of Hormuz

XRP is entering a new phase of market evolution — shifting from a retail-driven trading asset to a structured institutional allocation within global portfolios. According to recent statements from Rip

XRP is entering a new phase of market evolution — shifting from a retail-driven trading asset to a structured institutional allocation within global portfolios.
According to recent statements from Ripple, institutional adoption of XRP has accelerated significantly following the launch of spot XRP ETFs, marking a structural change in how the asset is accessed, held, and positioned.
ETF Launches Drive Institutional Demand
The turning point came after regulatory clarity improved in mid-2025, when the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission introduced generic listing standards for commodity-based crypto ETFs. This reduced approval timelines from roughly 240 days to about 75 days, opening the door for faster product launches.
A key prerequisite was the establishment of a regulated futures market. In March 2025, XRP futures launched on Bitnomial, followed by CME-listed futures in May. The CME product quickly reached $1 billion in open interest, signaling strong institutional demand even before ETF approvals.
By November 2025, multiple spot XRP ETFs went live, including products from Canary Capital, Bitwise, Grayscale, Franklin Templeton, 21Shares, and others. Canary Capital’s launch notably recorded the highest first-day trading volume among all ETFs across asset classes that year.
Strong and Consistent Capital Inflows
Market data suggests sustained institutional participation:
No net outflow days during the first month of trading
Over $1 billion in cumulative inflows by December 2025
More than $1.5 billion in total inflows by early March 2026
Over 769 million XRP held across ETF custody structures
This steady inflow pattern indicates that institutions are treating XRP as a long-term allocation rather than a short-term speculative trade.


XRP Enters Institutional Era as ETF Inflows and In

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Bitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?HTX Community Spring Creation ContestClaim1,200 USDT in the Monthly Creation Challenge A short-selling campaign targeting Wall Street's "tax avoidance business" is

A short-selling campaign targeting Wall Street's "tax avoidance business" is now aimed at a multi-billion dollar asset management giant.

According to a recent letter to investors obtained by Bloomberg, short-selling firm Orso Partners has established a short position in Affiliated Managers Group (AMG). AMG is an investment firm managing $813 billion, and its holdings include AQR Capital Management, founded by Cliff Asness.

Orso's logic is straightforward: AQR's core growth engine in recent years-its tax optimization strategy is facing a direct threat from tightening regulations. Once regulations are implemented, AMG's profits will be the first to be affected.

Following the report, AMG's stock price fell as much as 1.7% to $294.28 that day, completely erasing its earlier 2.9% intraday gain.

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Bitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?HTX Community Spring Creation ContestDaily $5000U Airdrop Rain: Claim Yours Now! Market Updates: France Moves to Curb Crypto “Wrench Attacks”; Meta-1 Scam Operator

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Market Updates: France Moves to Curb Crypto “Wrench Attacks”; Meta-1 Scam Operator Receives 23-Year Jail Term; Tether Commits $150M to Drift Recovery
French authorities are stepping up efforts to protect cryptocurrency investors amid a sharp increase in violent, targeted attacks.

Speaking at Paris Blockchain Week, Jean-Didier Berger, minister delegate to the interior minister of France, said the government has already introduced preventive steps. Specifically, these include a dedicated platform to reduce so-called “wrench attacks,” in which criminals use force to access digital assets.

The initiative is already seeing strong uptake, with thousands of users reportedly signing up. Berger also confirmed ongoing coordination with Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez on a broader national security strategy, which is expected to be developed in the coming weeks.

The urgency behind these measures is reflected in recent figures. French outlet RTL reported 41 crypto-related kidnappings so far in 2026. This suggests an incident roughly every two and a half days.

Beyond France, the trend appears global. Cybersecurity firm CertiK recorded 72 verified wrench attacks in 2025, a 75% year-on-year increase. France led with 19 cases, while Europe accounted for about 40% of all incidents.

Market Updates: France Moves to Curb Crypto “Wrenc

Bitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?HTX Community Spring Creation ContestClaim1,200 USDT in the Monthly Creation ChallengeMON Price Analysis: Triple Top Formation An analysis of the 4-hour chart call

MON Price Analysis: Triple Top Formation

An analysis of the 4-hour chart calls for greater concern about Monad, as a triple top appears to have formed. A string of price developments in the past few days led to this structure, which, from a price standpoint, does not look too good for near-term trends.

The first top started forming on April 10, after a high of $0.0373. The coin consolidated around this area and then tried another breakout the next day. However, MON peaked at $0.0369, completing the first top formation.

After a wave of sideways price trends, MON attempted to break higher again. It peaked at $0.0374 on April 14, forming the second top. Prices were rejected around the same level, and Monad trended lower but tried again a few days later.

On April 16, it rallied again to an intraday high of $0.0375. The token met strong selling supply again and still couldn't overcome it. From the high, Monad has dropped 10% to its current price level.

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On the X platform, on-chain detective ZachXBT stated that the RAVE token is involved in a pump and dump scheme. He indicated that the manipulation may be led by insiders who control over 90% of RAVE's

ZachXBT Accuses RAVE Token of Pump and Dump Scheme and Offers $10,000 Reward for Information

Bitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?HTX Community Spring Creation ContestClaim1,200 USDT in the Monthly Creation Challenge Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Recent on-chain data shows that Bitcoin miner selling pressure may be approaching exhaustion, potentially setting the stage for the market's next upward phase. This development comes amid a resilient bullish performance by the leading cryptocurrency in April. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mining Network Collapsing Into Al At Record Pace, Analyst WarnsReduced Mining Selling Weakens Pressure On BitcoinIn a recent QuickTake post, analysts at XWIN Research Japan postulated that Bitcoin is now entering a phase of demand-led price expansion as the market structure begins to experience supply exhaustion. According to the market experts, data from WuBlockchain shows that publicly listed Bitcoin miners offloaded over 32,000 BTC in Q1 2026, in the largest quarterly outflow ever, in line with a structural market alignment. Contributing factors to such a selling spree can be traced to the Bitcoin halving in 2024, when block rewards were reduced from 6.25 BTC to 3.125 BTC, significantly cutting down revenue. Meanwhile, network hash rate continued rising, further squeezing profitability. As the hash price fell below breakeven levels, many miners were forced to liquidate holdings to maintain cash flow.

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