Crypto Industry News & Market Trends

SOL Price Prediction: Bulls Eye $150 Breakout as Critical $80 Support Holds

Market Context: Why SOL is Moving Now　　Solanas current position around $80 represents more than just another consolidation phase. The token sits at a crossroads where bullish sentiment meets technical uncertainty, creating conditions ripe for volatile moves in either direction.　　Recent market dynamics show SOL struggling to maintain momentum above key psychological levels. While the broader cryptocurrency market has shown signs of recovery, Solanas performance has been mixed, reflecting both the challenges facing the ecosystem and the opportunities that lie ahead for patient investors.　　The tokens price action over recent weeks demonstrates how quickly sentiment can shift in crypto markets. What appeared to be strong support levels have been tested repeatedly, while resistance zones continue to cap upside attempts.　　Technical Picture Emerges　　Momentum indicators paint a picture of indecision rather than clear directional bias. The current setup suggests SOL is coiling for its next major move, with technical patterns showing neither overwhelming bullish nor bearish signals.　　Support around the $80 level has proven resilient so far, but each test weakens the foundation. If this level holds and buyers step in with conviction, the path toward $100 and potentially $150 becomes more realistic over the coming weeks.　　Resistance zones above current prices remain formidable obstacles. Breaking through these

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MarsCat and XDGAI Forge Alliance to Pioneer Decentralized AI Infrastructure

The combination of decentralized ledgers and artificial intelligence is no longer just a possibility; it‘s already happening and has become an emerging area of growth for the global digital economy. MarsCat has entered a strategic alliance with XDGAI, a company focused on developing decentralized-based AI infrastructure. The goal of their partnership is to integrate XDGAI’s proprietary Neuronal Economic System (NES) into MarsCats privacy-centered decentralized network, resulting in a shift toward more autonomous, scalable and privacy-based computing networks.　　Integrating the Neuronal Economic System (NES)　　The collaboration between XDGAI and Mars gathers momentum through the integration of XDGAI‘s NES (Neuronal Economic System) into the existing infrastructure of MarsCat. The NES acts as the ’Nervous System of the AI Network, regulating the allocation of resources and controlling the interaction of network Nodes with no central government or authority.　　Utilizing a federated learning approach to connect the many different sources of data in a distributed fashion allows for AI to train on these many different sources of decentralized nodes without needing to pass local data samples to each other. This technical partnership also enables compute power to be allocated in an efficiently distributed manner while ensuring that the root models are maintained. Ultimately, the goal is to

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Tether taps Canaan and ACME Swisstech for modular Bitcoin mining infrastructure

Bitcoin　　Tether taps Canaan and ACME Swisstech for modular Bitcoin mining infrastructure　　Tether is expanding its Bitcoin mining infrastructure with modular, high density compute systems designed to make large scale operations more efficient, customizable, and easier to upgrade.　　The digital asset company is working with Canaan and ACME Swisstech to build systems around application specific hash board modules, rather than relying on fully assembled mining rigs. The design integrates those modules into Tethers own control architecture, thermal management systems, and software stack.　　The system separates compute from power and enclosure, allowing each layer of the mining setup to be optimized independently. Tether said the approach can reduce energy overhead, improve availability, and give operators more direct control over performance under real operating conditions.　　Most large scale mining operations still rely on thousands of individual machines with limited coordination across a site. Tethers modular approach aims to replace that fixed model with systems that can be tuned, cooled, and upgraded at the component level.　　The design is optimized for immersion cooling, though Tether said other cooling systems are also being developed. Operators can adjust output as needed and replace or upgrade individual components without replacing entire mining units.　　“Most mining infrastructure is still built as sealed, fixed units,

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France Arrests 88 Suspects in BTC Key Attacks

Bitcoin　　France Arrests 88 Suspects in BTC Key Attacks　　France has launched a comprehensive operation against organized crime gangs in a wave of brutal ‘key attacks’ targeting crypto owners. The National Organized Crime Prosecutors Office (PNACO) has charged 88 suspects; more than 10 of them are minors. 75 of these suspects are in custody in 12 investigations conducted by specialized investigating judges at the Paris Judicial Court. Charges include kidnapping, deprivation of liberty, extortion, and money laundering. Authorities detained six people in two separate kidnapping incidents in Challes-les-Eaux and Dompierre-sur-Mer in the last month; all were imprisoned.　　France PNACO Operation in BTC Key Attacks　　French police have recorded 135 crypto-related incidents since 2023, tracking repeat offenders to uncover structured crime networks. These attacks are known as crimes that force crypto owners to transfer assets under threat of physical violence. The country has been shaken by cases particularly targeting BTC detailed analysis owners.　　From Ledger Founder to Judge: Famous BTC Kidnapping Cases　　Striking incidents include the kidnapping and injury of Ledger co-founder David Balland, an attempted home raid on Binance France CEO, and the kidnapping of a judge and his mother for crypto ransom. Last week in Burgundy, a mother and her 11-year-old son were kidnapped and

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Japanese Yen flat vs USD as BoJ hawkish pause meets Fed caution

Finance　　Japanese Yen flat vs USD as BoJ hawkish pause meets Fed caution　　The USD/JPY pair struggles to capitalize on the previous days goodish rebound from sub-159.00 levels, or a one-week low, and oscillates in a narrow band during the Asian session on Wednesday. Spot prices currently trade around the 159.50 area, nearly unchanged for the day, and remain confined within a familiar range held over the past month or so.　　Despite the Bank of Japans (BoJ) hawkish pause on Tuesday, the Japanese Yen (JPY) continues with its struggle to attract any meaningful buyers amid economic concerns stemming from the Iran war and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The US Dollar (USD), on the other hand, benefits from its reserve currency status on the back of persistent geopolitical uncertainties and turns out to be another factor acting as a tailwind for the USD/JPY pair.　　Hopes for a revival of US-Iran peace talks receded after US President Donald Trump canceled his special envoy‘s planned visit to Pakistan. Moreover, shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked due to Iran’s restrictions on movements and the US naval blockade of Iranian ports. Given that Japan depends on energy imports from the Middle East,

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Ondo Finance Empowers RWAs with Proxy Voting

Tokenized stocks and ETFs are listed on Ondos Global Markets platform.　　Tokenized stocks have become one of the fastest-growing areas in the crypto sector; according to RWA.xyz data, the category has tripled in value over the past year to reach $1.1 billion. Ondo is the largest issuer in this space and hosts over $700 million in stock and ETF tokens on its platform. While the new system does not grant direct shareholder rights to tokenized token holders, it offers them the opportunity to reflect their preferences through Ondo‘s holdings. The ONDO price is currently at $0.26, with a 24-hour change of +0.91% showing a slight uptick. RSI at 52.98 is neutral, the trend is sideways but Supertrend is giving a bearish signal. Ondo’s global head of institutional business, Matthieu de Vergnes, emphasized to CoinDesk that this is at the heart of the companys vision to make traditional assets accessible on-chain. Broadridge aims to bring the massive proxy voting volume from traditional markets to blockchain, enabling the management of digital and conventional assets in the same workflow.　　Critical Support and Resistance Levels for ONDOSupport S1: $0.2635 (Score: 83/100 ⭐ STRONG, -0.49% distance)Support S2: $0.2555 (Score: 74/100 ⭐ STRONG, -3.51% distance)Resistance R1: $0.2663 (Score:

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Middle East tensions keep central banks cautious on rate cuts amid inflation

Tech　　Middle East tensions keep central banks cautious on rate cuts amid inflation　　Central banks are holding off on rate cuts as Middle East tensions keep inflation elevated. The probability of a Fed rate decrease by 50+ bps after the April meeting is low, with odds down 15% based on current market sentiment.　　The Feds April 2026 meeting decision reflects caution under inflationary pressure. With only two days left, traders are pricing in no substantial cuts. April 30 markets show limited activity, and expectations of a dramatic policy shift are minimal.　　The July 2026 market is more active. Odds of no rate change sit at 86% YES, up from 80% a week ago. This market saw a 36-point spike driven by $8,065 in actual trading volume, pointing to stronger confidence in a stable rate environment by July. Moving the price 5 points requires $91,683, a thick book that signals institutional-grade conviction.　　For traders, the current environment points to limited near-term easing. The ECB‘s position mirrors the Fed’s, with the probability of a 50 bps cut in April shrinking. Persistent inflation, compounded by energy price spikes from regional conflicts, is the core problem for central banks. At 22¢, a YES share in the April Fed market

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Core Scientific (CORZ) Plans 1.5GW AI Data Center in Texas

Bitcoin mining heavyweight Core Scientific (NASDAQ: CORZ) is transforming its Pecos, Texas facility into a 1.5-gigawatt data center campus to meet surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The company announced on April 28 that the site will primarily support high-performance computing (HPC) workloads, marking a significant pivot from its traditional focus on Bitcoin mining.　　Of the planned capacity, 1 gigawatt (GW) will be available for leasing to third parties. To support the buildout, Core Scientific acquired over 200 acres of land in Pecos and has secured an additional 300 megawatts (MW) of power via a new utility contract. The first data hall is already under construction, with operations slated to begin by early 2027.　　A Strategic Shift Amid Tight Margins　　This move underscores a broader trend among crypto mining firms diversifying into AI and HPC as mining profitability shrinks. Core Scientific, which emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2024, has been actively reallocating resources. Approximately 300 MW previously allocated to Bitcoin mining at the Pecos site are being repurposed for the AI data center. The company‘s CEO, Adam Sullivan, highlighted Core Scientific’s “in-house expertise” as a key factor in scaling next-gen AI infrastructure.　　Core Scientific‘s pivot mirrors initiatives by other miners such

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Western Union Announces Solana USDPT Stablecoin

The USDPT announced in the companys Q1 earnings presentation will transform agent transactions on Solana infrastructure.　　The pilot project was announced in October 2025 and is in the final preparation phase. While creating a SWIFT alternative for agent settlements, Western Union is linking crypto wallets to its physical branches via Digital Asset Network (DAN); the first partnership is going live this week. McGranahan stated that DAN will enable millions of users to convert their assets to local currencies and is seeing strong demand.　　SOL Technical Analysis: Current Price and Support Levels　　Solana (SOL) is currently trading at 83.62 dollars, down 1.19% in the last 24 hours. RSI at 45.84 level is neutral, but showing downtrend and bearish Supertrend signal. EMA 20: pressure above 85.35 dollars. Strong supports: S1 82.85 dollars (⭐ STRONG, 0.92% away), S2 80.81 dollars (⭐ STRONG). Resistances: R1 84.69 dollars (⭐ STRONG), R2 110.99 dollars. These data indicate that SOL demand may increase with the USDPT launch; SOL futures should be monitored.　　Expanding Partnerships and Financial Performance　　Adjusted revenue reached 983 million dollars in the first quarter, down 1% year-over-year but improved 400 basis points compared to the fourth quarter. Additionally, collaboration with Mastercard and Worldpay on the Solana platform is expanding;

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Coachella 2026: DeepMind AI Experiments

Coachella stage experiment with Google DeepMind technology. Image: Coachella　　The first prototype converts live shows into 3D archives using Unreal Engine. The second tool provides stage previews to artists. The third is the ‘Coachella vs. The Game’ mobile game. Kevin McMahon says the development time has been reduced to weeks. DeepMind was selected for its visual models and YouTube connection. In the past, it was innovative with AR filters and 2024 Avalanche-based Quests NFTs. This points to blockchain-AI hybrids in festivals; opportunities may arise for ALT detailed analysis.　　ALT Technical Outlook and Levels　　ALT price 0,01$, 24h +%0,27. RSI 54,24 (neutral), Trend: Sideways, Supertrend: Bearish, EMA 20: 0,0074$.Supports: S1 0,0073$ (83/100 ⭐ Strong, -%3,18, Fibo 0.214/S2/BB Middle/SMA20); S2 0,0067$ (72/100 ⭐ Strong, -%11,14)Resistances: R1 0,0076$ (67/100 ⭐ Strong, +%0,80, Previous close/Ichimoku); R2 0,0085$ (63/100 ⭐ Strong, +%12,73)　　While festival innovations affect entertainment blockchains, ALT futures and ALT spot should be monitored. AI-blockchain integration could be a catalyst for ALT.

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