BITCOIN

May 01 2026FINANCE

Crypto stumbles while oil hits fresh highs as Middle East tensions grow

Oil prices hit their highest level in four years this week, pushing past $126 per barrel. That surge isn’t just about supply—it’s because of rising fears over potential military action in the Middle East. Reports suggest the U. S. is considering sending advanced weapons to the region, which has kept

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May 01 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin's April Rise Might Be a House of Cards

Bitcoin saw a nice jump in April, jumping from about $66, 000 to nearly $79, 000. But some experts now say that rise wasn\'t as strong as it looked. A crypto data group called CryptoQuant checked the numbers and found something odd. Most of the price jump came from people betting on Bitcoin\'s futur

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Banks Push Risky Bets, Bitcoin Offers a Calmer Way to Grow Money

Many people now see banks as places where money just sits uselessly, earning almost nothing. At the same time, apps that look like they’re helping with investing often feel more like casinos, pushing users to make risky bets just to keep up. This shift didn’t happen overnight—it’s the result of bank

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Apr 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

IREN Shifts From Bitcoin Mining to AI Cloud, Stock Target Adjusted

Irene’s stock rating dropped from $125 to $100 per share after analysts noted the company is moving away from cryptocurrency mining toward large‑scale artificial intelligence services. The change does not signal a decline in IREN’s AI plans, but reflects two separate issues: the company is cutting b

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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Faces Big Choices: Fed Moves and Vegas Talks

"Bitcoin has hit a crossroads this week, with two big events shaping its next move. First, the Federal Reserve is about to announce whether it will keep rates high or lower them, and this decision can make risk‑loving assets like Bitcoin swing up or down. Second, a big conference in Las Vegas brings

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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Bounces Back After Iran Deal Hype

The cryptocurrency surged to a 12‑week peak of about $79, 400 early Monday. Soon after, sellers entered the market during Asian trading hours and pushed prices down to roughly $77, 700. Ether, Solana, and BNB also slipped in the same session, mirroring Bitcoin’s pullback. The rally was spar

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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

Weekly crypto buzz: Big bets, political heat, and Bitcoin's rollercoaster

A venture firm isn't letting market troubles slow it down. Blockchain Capital is hunting for $700 million to launch two new funds, even while crypto values have been sliding. The firm aims to close these funds within half a year. Other crypto investors are also managing to gather funds despite the d

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin: The crypto market’s steady backbone

Bitcoin holds a unique spot in the crypto world. It’s not just popular—it’s the standard most investors check first. When people talk about crypto trends, Bitcoin is the first name that comes up. Even if other coins grab headlines, Bitcoin remains the starting point for buyers, sellers, and analysts

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Apr 26 2026CRYPTO

BlackRock Bitcoin Options Are Now a Big Deal

The scene on Friday showed that the world of Bitcoin is becoming more professional. A new type of contract linked to BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, called IBIT, is trading almost as much on Nasdaq as the older, offshore market on Deribit. In just two years, IBIT options have caught up to a platform that

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Apr 25 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin and Cybersecurity: A New Question

Scaramucci asked on X why Bitcoin, a possible tool to protect against AI threats, might be worth as much as gold. Gold is valued at about $30 trillion. Bitcoin’s market cap is only around $1. 5 trillion now, after reaching a high of about $2. 4 trillion in October 2025. People replied with many ide

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