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BNB Technical Analysis Apr 29

Tech　　BNB Technical Analysis Apr 29　　BNB, increasing downward pressure on the daily chart and heading towards the $611 support zone, has entered a critical testing phase under the shadow of Bitcoins sideways movement on altcoins; breaking this level could open the door to a deep correction.　　Market Outlook and Current Situation　　BNB is trading at $613.27 with a 1.72% drop over the last 24 hours, as the risk-off sentiment observed across the market has also engulfed altcoins. On the daily timeframe, the price squeezed between $610.26 – $629.61 is struggling to gain upward momentum despite $357.72 million in trading volume. The dominance of the downward trend reinforces short-term bearish signals from the price failing to close above EMA20 ($624.81). In this context, while BNB has strong fundamentals as a utility token within the Binance ecosystem, it is clearly facing uncertainty in the macro crypto market.　　Bitcoins sideways consolidation around $75,473 across the market holds both opportunities and traps for altcoins. BNB has suffered over 5% losses in recent weeks, moving within a downtrend channel on the weekly chart. The slight decrease in volume indicates buyers have not yet entered; however, as detailed on our BNB Spot Analysis pages, ecosystem updates could provide long-term positive

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Silver Forecast: XAG/USD retakes $72; downside risk remains

Silver is a precious metal highly traded among investors. It has been historically used as a store of value and a medium of exchange. Although less popular than Gold, traders may turn to Silver to diversify their investment portfolio, for its intrinsic value or as a potential hedge during high-inflation periods. Investors can buy physical Silver, in coins or in bars, or trade it through vehicles such as Exchange Traded Funds, which track its price on international markets.　　Silver prices can move due to a wide range of factors. Geopolitical instability or fears of a deep recession can make Silver price escalate due to its safe-haven status, although to a lesser extent than Golds. As a yieldless asset, Silver tends to rise with lower interest rates. Its moves also depend on how the US Dollar (USD) behaves as the asset is priced in dollars (XAG/USD). A strong Dollar tends to keep the price of Silver at bay, whereas a weaker Dollar is likely to propel prices up. Other factors such as investment demand, mining supply – Silver is much more abundant than Gold – and recycling rates can also affect prices.　　Silver is widely used in industry, particularly in sectors such as

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Strike CEO Jack Mallers Announces Lending Proof-of-Reserves, Volatility-Proof Loans, And Backs Tether Merger Plan

Strike CEO Jack Mallers announced a series of product updates and strategic moves Wednesday, including the launch of lending proof-of-reserves, a new “volatility-proof” bitcoin-backed loan structure built with Tether, and a $2.1 billion credit facility.　　He also said he supports a proposal by Tether Investments to merge Strike with Twenty-One Capital and bitcoin miner Elektron Energy.　　Mallers said Strikes bitcoin-backed loan and line-of-credit business has grown since launch, with users drawn to the ability to borrow against bitcoin rather than sell it.　　He described bitcoin as a savings account for many customers and said Strike cut its rate tiers across the board. Pricing now ranges from approximately 10.5% APR for loans under $250,000 to approximately 7.49% APR for loans above $5 million.　　Strike announced the first iteration of its lending proof-of-reserves, which gives borrowers the ability to verify that their collateral is present and segregated in a distinct on-chain address.　　“We want you to trust us and know that we are who we say we are,” Mallers said. The disclosure mechanism was developed in partnership with Tether, which Mallers credited with helping Strike build the transparency infrastructure.　　The two companies also jointly developed what Mallers called “volatility-proof” bitcoin-backed loans, a structure that removes the risk of

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Ripple Expands RLUSD on OKX to Spot and Derivatives

Ripple and OKX Partner to Expand RLUSD Access　　Ripple and the crypto exchange OKX announced on Wednesday that they have formed a partnership to expand access to the RLUSD stablecoin. Under this agreement, RLUSD has been opened for spot trading on OKX in more than 280 trading pairs. Through the exchange‘s unified order book, users will be able to use the stablecoin as position collateral in both spot and derivatives markets. Ripple’s RLUSD provides seamless access to liquidity through direct minting and redemption processes. Investors can now perform flexible margin management without transferring funds across platforms.　　RLUSD Spot Trading and Derivatives Margin Collateral on OKX　　Ripple launched RLUSD in December 2024 and had brought the stablecoins market value to $1.5 billion. On the OKX platform, RLUSD will function as institutional-level margin collateral in derivatives contracts, including perpetual futures. Deposits and withdrawals are processed through the XRP Ledger (XRPL) integrated with XRP detailed analysis, while the direct minting/redemption mechanism preserves liquidity flow. Ripple Stablecoins Senior Vice President Jack McDonald emphasized that demand for RLUSD is strong among crypto natives and institutional markets. OKX reaches 120 million customers worldwide.　　XRP Technical Analysis: The Impact of the RLUSD Partnership　　The RLUSD expansion strengthens the XRP ecosystem while the

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Amazon Q1 earnings beat raises questions on Nvidias market cap lead

Tech　　Amazon Q1 earnings beat raises questions on Nvidias market cap lead　　Amazon‘s Q1 2026 earnings beat expectations with an adjusted EPS of $2.78 against a $1.63 estimate, raising questions about NVIDIA’s hold on the largest-company-by-market-cap title. The April 30 market prices NVIDIA at 99.8% YES.　　Market reaction　　The earnings beat hasnt moved the April 30 market, where odds have held steady over the past 24 hours. The June 30 market sits lower at 87% YES, pricing in more room for a leadership change over the longer window.　　Why it matters　　Amazons $2.78 EPS on a $1.63 estimate is a 70% beat. If that translates into sustained stock gains, it narrows the market cap gap with NVIDIA. The April 30 market trades $55,014 in daily USDC volume, and it takes only $88 to move the price by 5 points, meaning even a modest wave of NO bets could cause a visible swing. The June 30 market is thicker, requiring $13,111 for a comparable move.　　What to watch　　At 2¢ for a YES share on April 30, a NO outcome would pay 50x. For that to happen, Amazon would need rapid, sustained stock appreciation over the next day, possibly driven by analyst upgrades or broader rotation out of semiconductor

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EU Lawmakers Fail to Agree on Watered-Down AI Rules

On April 29, 2026, EU countries and lawmakers failed to reach a deal on watered-down amendments to the AI Act. Disagreements centered on exemptions for sectors under product safety rules and the balance of AI risk safeguards.Talks resume in May, delaying regulatory clarity, and may impact AI integration in crypto across Europe.　　On April 28, 2026, European Union (EU) countries and European Parliament lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on proposed watered-down amendments to the landmark AI Act after 12 hours of negotiations in Brussels.　　The talks, part of the European Commissions Digital Omnibus, aimed to ease rules for businesses competing with U.S. and Asian rivals but stalled over exemptions and high-risk AI requirements.　　EU AI Act Amendment Negotiations Fail　　According to sources, EU countries and European Parliament lawmakers concluded a 12-hour trilogue on April 29, 2026, without agreeing on amendments to the AI Act. The Digital Omnibus initiative drives discussions to streamline EU digital rules, including phased enforcement for general-purpose AI models and high-risk systems, with implementation already rolling out from 2024 onward.　　A Cypriot official, speaking on behalf of the current EU Council presidency, stated: “It was not possible to reach an agreement with the European Parliament.” Dutch lawmaker Kim van Sparrentak criticized

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CFTC Sues Wisconsin Over Prediction Market Regulation Clash

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has filed a lawsuit against Wisconsin, escalating efforts to assert federal jurisdiction over prediction markets. This marks the agencys fifth such legal challenge against a U.S. state, following similar actions against New York, Arizona, Connecticut, and Illinois in recent weeks.　　The dispute stems from Wisconsins lawsuits against five major platforms—Kalshi, Polymarket, Crypto.com, Robinhood, and Coinbase—alleging that their event-based contracts constitute illegal gambling under state law. Wisconsin argues these platforms require state gaming licenses to operate legally. In response, the CFTC claims exclusive authority over these markets under federal law, categorizing them as designated contract markets regulated by the agency.　　“States cannot circumvent the clear directive of Congress,” said CFTC Chairman Michael Selig in a statement accompanying the lawsuit. The agency filed its complaint in federal court on Tuesday, supported by the Justice Departments Civil Division, seeking to block Wisconsin from enforcing its gambling laws on federally regulated platforms.　　At the heart of the conflict is the classification of prediction markets offering event-based contracts, including those tied to sports outcomes. While state authorities view these as gambling, the CFTC and the platforms maintain they are financial instruments overseen exclusively by federal regulators. The CFTC is asking the

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Ripple Expands RLUSD on OKX to Spot and Derivatives

Tech　　Ripple Expands RLUSD on OKX to Spot and Derivatives　　Ripple and the crypto exchange OKX announced on Wednesday that they have formed a partnership to expand access to the RLUSD stablecoin. Under this agreement, RLUSD has been opened for spot trading on OKX in more than 280 trading pairs. Through the exchange‘s unified order book, users will be able to use the stablecoin as position collateral in both spot and derivatives markets. Ripple’s RLUSD provides seamless access to liquidity through direct minting and redemption processes. Investors can now perform flexible margin management without transferring funds across platforms.　　RLUSD Spot Trading and Derivatives Margin Collateral on OKX　　Ripple launched RLUSD in December 2024 and had brought the stablecoins market value to $1.5 billion. On the OKX platform, RLUSD will function as institutional-level margin collateral in derivatives contracts, including perpetual futures. Deposits and withdrawals are processed through the XRP Ledger (XRPL) integrated with XRP detailed analysis, while the direct minting/redemption mechanism preserves liquidity flow. Ripple Stablecoins Senior Vice President Jack McDonald emphasized that demand for RLUSD is strong among crypto natives and institutional markets. OKX reaches 120 million customers worldwide.　　XRP Technical Analysis: The Impact of the RLUSD Partnership　　The RLUSD expansion strengthens the XRP ecosystem while

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Ripple, Bullish Expand Institutional Access to BTC Options Trading

Ripple Prime clients can now trade options on using RLUSD.Institutional users gain faster execution through existing sub-accounts without added KYC requirements.Cross-venue margin support is expected to improve collateral efficiency across trading venues.　　Ripple Prime Expands Institutional Options Access　　Ripple Prime and (NYSE: BLSH), an institutionally focused global digital asset platform, announced an expanded integration on April 29 to add options trading access for institutional clients. The update connects Ripple Prime users to s regulated options market, alongside existing access to spot, perpetuals, and dated futures. It also allows Ripple USD (RLUSD) to be used in options trading.　　The integration expands derivatives access for institutions already operating through Ripple Primes brokerage framework. stated its options market is the second-largest by open interest among crypto-settled options. Clients can now trade those options alongside other products available through the platform. A post shared by Ripple on X on April 29 stated:　　“Ripple Prime clients can now trade options on — and use RLUSD to trade. Institutional , fully integrated.”　　affirmed, “ such as Ripple USD (RLUSD) can be used to trade options on .” Ripple Prime users can deploy capital instantly through existing sub-accounts, with no additional KYC requirements. That gives institutions faster access to options trading without

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EU Lawmakers Fail to Agree on Watered-Down AI Rules

On April 29, 2026, EU countries and lawmakers failed to reach a deal on watered-down amendments to the AI Act. Disagreements centered on exemptions for sectors under product safety rules and the balance of AI risk safeguards.Talks resume in May, delaying regulatory clarity, and may impact AI integration in crypto across Europe.　　On April 28, 2026, European Union (EU) countries and European Parliament lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on proposed watered-down amendments to the landmark AI Act after 12 hours of negotiations in Brussels.　　The talks, part of the European Commissions Digital Omnibus, aimed to ease rules for businesses competing with U.S. and Asian rivals but stalled over exemptions and high-risk AI requirements.　　EU AI Act Amendment Negotiations Fail　　According to sources, EU countries and European Parliament lawmakers concluded a 12-hour trilogue on April 29, 2026, without agreeing on amendments to the AI Act. The Digital Omnibus initiative drives discussions to streamline EU digital rules, including phased enforcement for general-purpose AI models and high-risk systems, with implementation already rolling out from 2024 onward.　　A Cypriot official, speaking on behalf of the current EU Council presidency, stated: “It was not possible to reach an agreement with the European Parliament.” Dutch lawmaker Kim van Sparrentak criticized

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