Crypto Industry News & Market Trends

Paul Tudor Jones: From BTC Inflation Hedge to Stock Bubble

Bitcoin　　Paul Tudor Jones: From BTC Inflation Hedge to Stock Bubble　　Billionaire investor Paul Tudor Jones, in his BTC detailed analysis, described bitcoin ($77,508.04, +%1.53) as the most effective inflation hedge and drew attention to the bubble risk in stock markets. Speaking on the Invest Like the Best podcast released on Tuesday, Jones emphasized that BTC‘s fixed supply makes it superior to traditional assets like gold. For stocks, he predicted that generating returns over the next decade would be “really difficult.” He noted that the S for example, central banks liquidity injections after the 2020 pandemic crash triggered inflationary processes. During this period, BTC became the most attractive opportunity because its total supply is capped at 21 million – gold, on the other hand, multiplies with new production every year. Turning to stock markets, the upcoming wave of public offerings (SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic) is causing concern; a decrease in stock buybacks could inflate supply. The US stock markets ratio to GDP has reached %252 and this level is approaching the 2000 peak of %270.　　BTC Technical Analysis: RSI 59.44 and Sideways Trend　　Joness analysis reveals the over-leveraged structure of stocks while reinforcing interest in scarce assets like BTC futures. Current data: RSI 59.44 (neutral),

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Hola Prime Completes Independent Deloitte Review, Reinforcing Transparency

Finance　　Hola Prime Completes Independent Deloitte Review, Reinforcing Transparency　　Findings show Zero payout denials and 98.35% of withdrawals processed within one hour　　Hola Prime, the rapidly growing prop trading firm known for its industry-first 1-Hour Payout model, today announced the completion of an independent payout performance review conducted by Deloitte. The review found that 98.35% of withdrawal requests were processed within one hour, with Zero payout denials recorded across all evaluation programs, setting a new benchmark for transparency in the prop trading industry.　　Deloitte examined all payout transactions processed between October 15, 2025, and March 15, 2026, providing independent validation in a sector where payout claims are often based on internal reporting or unverifiable tracking mechanisms. The findings closely align with Hola Primes internally published performance data, including an average payout time of under 34 minutes.　　The Deloitte review confirmed that 1.65% of payouts exceeded the one-hour window due to incomplete user information or operational exceptions, rather than systemic delays. Hola Primes payout framework is designed to eliminate ambiguity before a withdrawal request is made, combining strict rule enforcement with real-time trader guidance to support its Zero Payout Denial Policy.　　For the first time in the prop trading industry, a firm has opened its payout performance

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Solana Price Prediction: RSI Hits Oversold, Risk Remains

Tech　　Solana Price Prediction: RSI Hits Oversold, Risk Remains　　Solana is trading under pressure as short-term charts point to a possible move toward $81.65, while longer-term RSI readings show historic oversold conditions. However, analysts say the oversold signal supports only a possible bounce for now, not a confirmed long-term bottom.　　Solana Price Faces Lower Pressure as $81.65 Level Comes Into Focus　　Solana traded near $84.30 on the 1-hour chart as analysts watched whether the token would extend its latest downside move toward the $81.65 area.　　The chart shared by MCO Global shows SOL moving below short-term resistance after failing to hold above the rising trendline. The breakdown placed attention on the next extension zones, with the 138% level near $81.65 marked as a possible downside objective.　　SOL 1H Chart. Source:　　The analysis points to $85.86 as the key level for near-term pressure. As long as SOL stays below that area, sellers may keep control of the move. A push back above resistance would weaken the bearish setup and raise the chance that the latest low already formed.　　The broader structure remains unclear because price action in both directions has developed through corrective moves. That makes the short-term wave count less reliable and limits confidence in a clean five-wave

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US Durable Goods Orders rise 0.8% in March vs. 0.5% expected

Finance　　US Durable Goods Orders rise 0.8% in March vs. 0.5% expected　　Durable Goods Orders in the US increased $2.6 billion, or 0.8%, on a monthly basis in March to $318.9 billion, the US Census Bureau reported on Wednesday. This print followed the 1.2% contraction recorded in February and surpassed the market expectation for an increase of 0.5%.　　“Excluding transportation, new orders increased 0.9 percent. Excluding defense, new orders decreased 0.3 percent,” the press release read. “Computers and electronic products, up eleven of the last twelve months, led the increase, $1.0 billion or 3.7 percent to $29.6 billion.”　　Market reaction　　These data don‘t seem to have a noticeable impact on the US Dollar’s (USD) performance. At the time of press, the USD Index was up 0.1% on the day at 98.70.

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Trump extends Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as Hezbollah launches rockets

Tech　　Trump extends Israel-Lebanon ceasefire as Hezbollah launches rockets　　US President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension to the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, initially set to expire April 27. Meanwhile, Hezbollah launched a heavy rocket attack into northern Israel. The ceasefire extension market for April 26, 2026, sits at 99.8% YES.　　Market reaction　　Trump‘s extension announcement pushed the Israel x Hezbollah ceasefire extension market to near certainty. The April 26 sub-market barely moved on the news, with traders already pricing in the extension’s credibility. Over the past week, this market spiked from 68% to 100%, even as Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel.　　The Israel x Hezbollah ceasefire by June 30 market tells a different story. A formal ceasefire by the end of June remains a long shot, with odds weighed down by ongoing tensions and no disarmament agreement in place. Traders are pricing in the real possibility of further escalations alongside whatever diplomatic efforts continue.　　Why it matters　　Trading volume on the ceasefire extension market is $3.1M in USDC daily. Moving the odds by 5 percentage points would require over $1.6M, a sign of strong liquidity and institutional participation. The largest recorded price move was a 50-point drop, likely reflecting earlier skepticism before Trumps announcement reversed sentiment.　　What to

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DeFi United Moves to Restore rsETH Backing After $292M Exploit

DeFi United, a recovery coalition tied to Aave (AAVE), has detailed its plan to restore backing for rsETH after the April 18 exploit of Kelp DAO‘s cross-chain bridge. The attack released 116,500 rsETH—worth $292 million at the time—without proper burning on the source chain, creating a backing shortfall. The group’s technical roadmap proposes converting committed ETH into rsETH and depositing it into the affected bridge lockbox, enabling the bridge to resume operations.　　The Kelp exploit, attributed to North Korea‘s Lazarus Group, exploited a security flaw in Kelp’s single-verifier bridge design. The drained rsETH was later used as collateral on platforms like Aave and Compound, generating systemic bad debt. As of now, seven attacker-linked addresses still hold 107,000 rsETH-backed positions.　　To recover these funds, DeFi United plans to adjust the rsETH oracle price temporarily, liquidate exploiter positions in a controlled manner, and redeem the rsETH for ETH. The recovered ETH will be used to clear deficits in affected protocols. However, the plans success hinges on governance approvals, DAO votes, and the attacker not interfering with the liquidation process.　　Ethereum Community Rallies Behind Recovery　　Key Ethereum ecosystem players have stepped in to support the recovery effort. Consensys and its co-founder Joe Lubin have committed up to

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Fed: Neutral stance into April FOMC – TD Securities

Finance　　Fed: Neutral stance into April FOMC – TD Securities　　TD Securities Global Strategy Team expects the Federal Reserve to keep the policy rate at 3.50–3.75% at the April FOMC meeting, describing the Committee as patient given balanced labor markets and oil-driven headline inflation. They see Chair Powell maintaining a neutral tone on future policy and note this is likely his final meeting as chair, with markets watching closely for any comments on succession.　　Fed seen steady with neutral tone　　“All eyes turn to the Fed meeting on Wednesday, where we expect the Fed to remain noncommittal and, in turn, rates to have a very modest reaction. In addition to the Fed, the Senate Banking Committee will be voting on Warsh‘s nomination at 10am EST. Rates are likely to continue to move around headlines coming from the Middle East, but they could be reactive if any information coming from Chair Powell’s expected tenure comes out in the Q&A.”　　“The policy rate will remain at 3.50-3.75% at the April FOMC. The labor market remains in balance while headline inflation has picked up due to the oil shock. Given the still-heightened level of uncertainty, we expect the Committee will reiterate a message of patience.”　　“Chair Powell is likely

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XRP $1.40–$1.46 Range: Post-Sweep Battle Zone

Tech　　XRP $1.40–$1.46 Range: Post-Sweep Battle Zone　　XRP Bull Switch Reappears as Rare 13-Year Signal Aligns With $2 Breakout Potential　　According to market analyst ChartNerd, XRP may be on the verge of one of its most important technical moments in years as a rare “” setup approaches a critical test.　　At the center of this signal is a Gaussian retest that, if confirmed, could mark the beginning of a broader upside expansion phase.　　What makes this setup stand out is its rarity. Over the past 13 years, this specific XRP “Bull Switch” structure has only been printed three times.　　Each occurrence preceded a major cycle top in 2017, 2021, and most recently the 2025 highs. This historical context is fueling renewed attention across trading desks, especially as the pattern appears to be forming again in 2026.　　ChartNerd notes that the current structure should not be approached with fear if the chart confirms the retest successfully. Instead, it could signal a major launchpad phase, where momentum begins to build beneath the surface before a stronger breakout attempt develops.　　XRP Tightens at $1.40–$1.46 as Volume Surge Hints at an Imminent Breakout Move　　From a price perspective, XRP is currently according to CoinCodex data, keeping it tightly compressed just below a key

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USD/JPY: Range trade with intervention risk – OCBC

Finance　　USD/JPY: Range trade with intervention risk – OCBC　　OCBC strategists Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong note USD/JPY stayed range-bound after a mildly hawkish Bank of Japan (BoJ) hold, as cautious guidance and high Oil prices erased initial Yen (JPY) gains. They sees sustained high Oil prices limiting downside below 158, while rallies into the 160s risk Ministry of Finance (MoF) intervention, and it maintains an end-2026 USD/JPY target of 155.　　High oil and MoF risk cap extremes　　“USD/JPY was choppy but ultimately went nowhere after the Bank of Japan delivered a mildly hawkish hold, keeping the policy rate at 0.75%.”　　“Sustained high oil prices make a move below USD/JPY 158 difficult.”　　“Conversely, any rally into the 160s risks Ministry of Finance intervention aimed at pushing the pair back toward 155.”　　“Overall, we stay cautious on JPY and maintain our end-2026 USD/JPY target of 155.”

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XRP $1.40–$1.46 Range: Post-Sweep Battle Zone

Tech　　XRP $1.40–$1.46 Range: Post-Sweep Battle Zone　　XRP Bull Switch Reappears as Rare 13-Year Signal Aligns With $2 Breakout Potential　　According to market analyst ChartNerd, XRP may be on the verge of one of its most important technical moments in years as a rare “” setup approaches a critical test.　　At the center of this signal is a Gaussian retest that, if confirmed, could mark the beginning of a broader upside expansion phase.　　What makes this setup stand out is its rarity. Over the past 13 years, this specific XRP “Bull Switch” structure has only been printed three times.　　Each occurrence preceded a major cycle top in 2017, 2021, and most recently the 2025 highs. This historical context is fueling renewed attention across trading desks, especially as the pattern appears to be forming again in 2026.　　ChartNerd notes that the current structure should not be approached with fear if the chart confirms the retest successfully. Instead, it could signal a major launchpad phase, where momentum begins to build beneath the surface before a stronger breakout attempt develops.　　XRP Tightens at $1.40–$1.46 as Volume Surge Hints at an Imminent Breakout Move　　From a price perspective, XRP is currently according to CoinCodex data, keeping it tightly compressed just below a key

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