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The United States came remarkably close to becoming a net crude oil exporter last week for the first time since World War Two, as American shipments surged to meet surging international demand. The dr

The United States came remarkably close to becoming a net crude oil exporter last week for the first time since World War Two, as American shipments surged to meet surging international demand. The dramatic shift was triggered by disruptions to Middle Eastern oil flows following the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, which effectively halted roughly 20% of global oil and gas transit through the critical Strait of Hormuz. With Iranian threats cutting off a significant portion of worldwide energy supplies, refiners across Asia and Europe scrambled to secure alternative sources, turning heavily to the U.S. the world's largest oil producer. As a result, net U.S. crude imports narrowed to just 66,000 barrels per day (bpd), the lowest recorded level since weekly tracking began in 2001, while exports climbed to 5.2 million bpd, a seven-month high.European buyers absorbed approximately 47% of U.S. crude exports, with top destinations including the Netherlands, France, and Germany. Asia accounted for around 37%, up from 30% just a year ago, with Japan and South Korea among the leading importers. Countries like Greece and Turkey are receiving American crude for the first time in years, reflecting how dramatically global trade flows have shifted.Soaring Brent crude prices which briefly hit nearly $150 per barrel made U.S. oil significantly more attractive to overseas refiners. The Brent-WTI spread widened to over $20 per barrel, further incentivizing American exports while reducing domestic appetite for costlier imports.Despite this historic momentum, analysts warn the U.S. is fast approaching its export ceiling of roughly 6 million bpd, constrained by pipeline infrastructure and tanker availability. With freight costs rising and logistical pressures mounting, sustaining this export surge will require strategic coordination, 

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HTX Community Spring Creation ContestBitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End? Blockchain Forum 2026, MoscowThe Take It Down Act has secured its first federal conviction, with an Ohio man pleading guilty 

The Take It Down Act has secured its first federal conviction, with an Ohio man pleading guilty to using more than 100 AI models to create and distribute nonconsensual deepfakes of women and children, putting the first real enforcement stamp on a landmark AI-specific law. Summary James Strahler II, 37, of Columbus, Ohio, pleaded guilty on April 7 to cyberstalking, producing child sexual abuse material, and publishing digital forgeries under the Take It Down Act. The law, signed by President Trump in May 2025, makes it a federal crime to publish nonconsensual AI-generated intimate imagery and requires platforms to remove it within 48 hours of a valid report. Online platforms have until May 19, 2026 to establish formal takedown procedures or face Federal Trade Commission enforcement action. The Take It Down Act has its first conviction. James Strahler II, a 37-year-old Columbus, Ohio man, pleaded guilty on April 7 to three federal counts: cyberstalking, producing obscene visual representations of child sexual abuse material, and publishing digital forgeries, the law’s term for nonconsensual deepfakes. The Department of Justice confirmed he is the first person convicted under the law. Between December 2024 and June 2025, Strahler used over 100 AI models to create sexually explicit images and videos of six adult victims and distribute them to their coworkers and families. He also generated deepfake content involving children and uploaded hundreds of images to a child sexual abuse website before his arrest in June 2025. What the Conviction Covers The Take It Down Act, introduced by Senators Ted Cruz and Amy Klobuchar and signed into law on May 19, 2025, criminalizes the knowing publication of nonconsensual intimate imagery, including AI-generated content depicting real people. It passed the Senate unanimously and the House by 409 to 2. Penalties under the law inc

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On April 16, market data showed that the three major U.S. indices rose before the market opened, with the Nasdaq up 0.31%, the Dow Jones up 0.02%, and the S&P 500 up 0.14%. Most of the seven major tec

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Post To Earn BonusMichael Saylor Revealed That His Company Has Made $1.3 Billion from Bitcoin in Just the Last Two Weeks According to Michael Saylor, Strategy achieved significant profits from its Bit

Michael Saylor Revealed That His Company Has Made $1.3 Billion from Bitcoin in Just the Last Two Weeks

According to Michael Saylor, Strategy achieved significant profits from its Bitcoin ($BTC) strategy during the first two weeks of April 2026. Saylor stated that a total profit of 17,585 $BTC was made during this period, which is worth approximately $1.3 billion at current prices.

Saylor noted that this earnings measurement differs from the traditional accounting concept of “net profit,” but stated that, when evaluated within the framework of the “Bitcoin standard,” it is the closest indicator to net profit.

According to data shared by the company, as of April 15th, Strategy’s total $BTC holdings reached 780,897 $BTC. The current market value of this amount is estimated to be approximately $58.1 billion.

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Developed by Strategy, the “Bitcoin Gain” metric stands out as one of the key indicators used to measure the company’s performance. This metric measures the increase in the amount of Bitcoin per share as a result of the company purchasing $BTC using funds raised through financial instruments such as stock issuance, convertible bonds, and preferred shares.

This approach deviates from traditional financial reporting standards, offering investors a different value creation model. According to Saylor, while the $BTC Gain metric doesn’t directly represent accounting profit, it serves as the most accurate indicator of the value the company creates for shareholders as part of its Bitcoin strategy.

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HTX Community Spring Creation ContestBitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End? Blockchain Forum 2026, MoscowAccording to a recent Arkham report, popular DJ Steve Aoki sold $30,000 worth of Shiba Inu (SHIB

According to a recent Arkham report, popular DJ Steve Aoki sold $30,000 worth of Shiba Inu (SHIB) and Ethereum (ETH) holdings, and then moved his proceed to Gemini. The move has caused some stir within the SHIB community, as investors sit on heavy losses. SHIB has struggled to gain steam over the last year, falling from $0.000032 in December 2024 to $0.0000058 in April 2026. While Aoki may have exited his SHIB positions, let’s discuss why it may be more lucrative to hold on to your SHIB tokens and weather the storm.Steve Aoki is out of the market.Steve Aoki, DJ and former NFT Influencer, just sold $30K of SHIB and ETH, moving the proceeds to Gemini.He still holds 7 Bored Ape NFTs that he paid over $800K for in 2021. They are now worth only $13.8K each. pic.twitter.com/w4boNLm60o— Arkham (@arkham) April 13, 2026Why You Should Not Follow Steve Aoki And Sell Your Shiba Inu CoinsSource: ZBWhile Shiba Inu (SHIB) had an incredible launch, its performance has slumped substantially over the last few years. SHIB’s first few months were historic, rallying by many million percent during the 2021 bull run. Shiba Inu (SHIB) went on to hit an all-time high of $0.00008616 in October 2021. However, the popular cryptocurrency’s price has fallen by more than 93% since its 2021 peak, according to CoinGecko’s SHIB data.Steve Aoki’s decision to sell his Shiba Inu (SHIB) holdings could be due to his frustration with the asset’s lackluster performance. However, crypto veterans will know that the market works in cycles. Shiba Inu (SHIB) saw some gains in 2024, but 2025 did not see much positive price actions. 2026, furthermore, has been a disaster for the crypto market. Geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic uncertainties have kept investors away from risky assets.Also Read: Shiba Inu To $1: Mathematical Impossibility Or Matter Of Patience?Despite the current lackluster market, th

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On April 16, CoinGecko released its Q1 2026 Crypto Industry Report. Influenced by bearish trends from late 2025 and global geopolitical instability, the total crypto market cap fell by 20.4% to $622 b

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HTX Community Spring Creation ContestBitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End?Claim1,200 USDT in the Monthly Creation Challenge Ethereum DEX aggregator market grows more competitive as Kyber, CowSwap rise

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Ethereum DEX aggregator market grows more competitive as Kyber, CowSwap rise

Kyber currently leads with ~30% market share, followed by CowSwap at 22%, while 1inch has seen its share decline over the same period.

The following is excerpted from The Block's Data and Insights newsletter.

The Ethereum DEX aggregator market landscape has shifted over the past year, moving away from the near-dominance of a single protocol toward a more distributed competitive field.

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Kyber currently leads with approximately 31% market share, followed by CowSwap at 22%, while 1inch has seen its share decline from roughly 30% to 15% over the same period. This diversification stands in contrast to broader trends in crypto, where many sectors have seen consolidation.

The all-time view shows 1inch commanding the majority of aggregator volume through 2021-2022, a period that coincided with aggressive liquidity mining campaigns across DeFi. The subsequent erosion of its share as incentives wound down raises a structural question of how much of any aggregator's volume reflects genuine user preference versus incentive-driven activity.

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On April 16, publicly listed Bitcoin miner HIVE Digital Technologies announced its plan to privately place $75 million in 0% exchangeable senior notes (due 2031). The funds will be used for GPU procur

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HTX Community Spring Creation ContestBitcoin Up 2 Weeks: Beginning or End? Blockchain Forum 2026, MoscowA source briefed by Tehran told Reuters that Iran may be willing to allow vessels to navigate fr

A source briefed by Tehran told Reuters that Iran may be willing to allow vessels to navigate freely through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations with the United States. The proposal marks a notable shift in Iran's stance following weeks of aggressive posturing over one of the world's most critical maritime corridors.The offer comes in the aftermath of a conflict that has triggered the largest disruption to global oil and gas supplies in history. Since hostilities broke out on February 28, Iran has effectively blocked traffic through the strait, which facilitates roughly 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas trade. Hundreds of tankers and approximately 20,000 crew members have remained stranded inside the Gulf throughout the crisis.A two-week ceasefire took effect on April 8, and President Donald Trump indicated this week that a resolution may be near. However, control over the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a central sticking point in diplomatic efforts. The narrow waterway, just 34 kilometers wide between Iran and Oman, connects the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean and serves as a vital artery for Middle Eastern energy exports and other essential commodities like fertilizers.Under the reported proposal, Tehran would permit ships to pass through Omani territorial waters without interference. Nevertheless, key questions remain unanswered, including whether Iran would remove any mines potentially placed in the area and whether Israeli-linked vessels would also be granted safe passage. The deal is also conditional on Washington agreeing to meet Tehran's broader demands.The proposal represents the first concrete sign that Iran may be stepping back from more provocative positions, which previously included plans to levy tolls on ships and assert sovereign control over the international waterway — moves wid

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