LINK Outflow Hits 2026 High at 970,000 Tokens

On-chain data from Santiment shows 970,430 LINK tokens left centralized exchanges on April 27 in a single day, the largest LINK outflow since December 2, 2025, worth approximately $8.95 million, as exchange reserves continued a 25-day decline from 141.5 million to 130.9 million.The 970,430 LINK withdrawal on April 27 was worth approximately $8.95 million at the time and represents the largest single-day net outflow for Chainlink since December 2, 2025.Exchange reserves have fallen consistently since April 3, when a 15-million-token inflow spike pushed reserves to their 30-day peak of 141.5 million tokens before a sustained withdrawal trend reversed the entire move.LINK was trading near $9.23 with an RSI of 42.31, below all three major moving averages, with the $9.50 level as the near-term resistance analysts identify as the breakout trigger.  LINK outflow data published by Santiment on April 27 showed 970,430 tokens leaving centralized exchanges in a single session, the largest daily net outflow for Chainlink since December 2, 2025. NewsBTC reported that the Exchange Flow Balance has been consistently negative for nearly all of April, indicating sustained withdrawal activity throughout the month rather than a single isolated spike. The April 27 event was the most concentrated single-day expression of that

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Startale App Adds Privacy Boost for Soneium Transfers

Startale Group has announced the integration of Sunnyside Labs Privacy Boost into its Startale App, which operates on the Sony-linked Soneium blockchain. The move aims to provide self-custodial users with enhanced privacy features, including shielded balances, private peer-to-peer transactions, and privacy-focused payment flows. This integration represents a significant step in bridging privacy technology with consumer-facing crypto applications.  Privacy Boost combines zero-knowledge proofs and trusted execution environments to enable private transactions while maintaining selective auditability. This means transaction data can remain hidden from public view but still accessible to authorized operators for compliance purposes. Sunnyside Labs CEO Taem Park likened the approach to traditional banking systems, where transaction data is private but auditable by regulated entities. “This architecture ensures regulatory obligations like anti-money laundering (AML) checks can be met without exposing all user activity on-chain,” Park explained.  Startale‘s decision to integrate Privacy Boost adds a consumer-friendly privacy layer to the Soneium ecosystem, which operates under Sony’s blockchain initiatives. It reflects a growing demand for privacy tools in crypto that balance user control with regulatory requirements. The phased rollout of Privacy Boost will coincide with broader updates to the Startale App, making it a key part of the apps future functionality.  Selective Auditability: A Critical

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Clarity Act Breakthrough: Senator Tillis Backs Markup and Says Stablecoin Disputes Are Resolved

The post Clarity Act Breakthrough: Senator Tillis Backs Markup and Says Stablecoin Disputes Are Resolved appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News  The Clarity Act just received its most important push forward in weeks. Senator Thom Tillis, the North Carolina Republican who had been one of the bills most vocal internal critics, told reporters on Capitol Hill Tuesday morning that he is ready to move the legislation to a formal committee markup.  “I‘m going to ask the chair to move forward with scheduling a markup when we get back,” Tillis said. “I think we’ve made a lot of progress and its time to get it before the committee to move it forward.”  The statement marks a turn from a senator who earlier this week had raised fresh concerns about the bills impact on software developers under a 1960-era criminal statute, adding to what had appeared to be a growing list of obstacles.  Stablecoin Yield Dispute Largely Settled  Tillis hinted that the stablecoin yield question, which has been the bills main point for months, has largely been worked through. Most bank concerns on the issue have been heard and addressed, he said, adding that remaining stakeholders are welcome to engage but must “come and work in good

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11 Years Later, ETH ICO Whale Awakens: 23M$ Transfer

An investor who loaded 10,000 ETH for $3,100 in Ethereum‘s 2015 ICO has moved their entire holding for the first time after nearly 11 years. This wallet’s ETH is now approaching $23 million and was transferred to a new address on Tuesday. On-chain records confirm the tokens arrived shortly after the networks first crowd sale on July 30, 2015; the price that day was around $0,31. The investor watched every bull run, every crash, and market cycle without touching it – until this weekend.  2015 ETH ICO Whales Legendary HODL Story  The wallet is on the verge of realizing a 7,500x return by moving its entire balance. This symbolizes the incredible patience of early Ethereum enthusiasts. Those who bought ETH at $0,31 during the ICO have made massive gains at todays 2.231,45 dollars price. Despite a 24-hour change of %-2,70, RSI at 50,13 indicates a sideways trend.  On-Chain Transfer Details and Timing  The tokens date back to the July 30, 2015 ICO; confirmed by on-chain data. The transfer occurred outside of market peaks. Bitunix Analyst Dean Chen emphasizes that this signals portfolio restructuring or moving passive capital to active management (like staking). Click for detailed ETH analysis.  Long-Term ETH Whales Strategic Moves  In September, another whale

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QBTS Stock: D-Wave Quantum Analysis, QCI Acquisition and Price Forecast 2026

Tech  QBTS Stock: D-Wave Quantum Analysis, QCI Acquisition and Price Forecast 2026  D-Wave Quantum stock is trading at $18.08–$18.87 on April 29, 2026 — sitting roughly 60% below its 52-week high of $46.75 but up over 90% from its 52-week low of $6.52. The stock has had a disorienting few weeks: a 46% single-session surge when Nvidia launched its Ising quantum AI models, followed by a sharp reversal as investors questioned whether the rally was justified by the underlying fundamentals.  The answer, like most things with QBTS, is complicated. D-Wave has more real commercial traction than any other pure-play quantum stock — actual revenue, actual customers, actual government contracts. It also trades at a valuation that assumes years of flawless execution. That tension defines QBTS right now more than any individual news event.  This guide covers what D-Wave actually is, what changed in 2025–2026, what the numbers look like, and what matters before the Q1 2026 earnings report on May 12.  What Is D-Wave Quantum (QBTS)?  D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) is a Palo Alto-based quantum computing company founded in 1999 — making it one of the oldest quantum computing companies in existence. It went public in August 2022 via a SPAC merger with DPCM Capital

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Turkey eyes demining role in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran-US peace talks

Turkey is eyeing participation in demining the Strait of Hormuz following a potential Iran-US peace agreement. The market on Trump announcing the end of military operations against Iran by April 30 sits at 1.1% YES, down from 3% yesterday.  Market reaction  Turkey‘s potential demining role has prompted traders to reassess ceasefire likelihood, though odds remain low for an announcement by April 30. The 1.1% YES reflects deep skepticism but leaves room for a surprise diplomatic move. For the US invasion of Iran market, Turkey’s involvement in demining points toward a de-escalation path that could affect the December 31, 2026 odds. If other nations follow Turkeys lead, invasion odds could fall further.  Why it matters  The Strait of Hormuz traffic market awaits confirmation of resumed shipping activity. Turkeys demining role might increase confidence in achieving normal traffic levels, though no odds are available currently. A peace deal could change this outlook sharply.  What to watch  Trading volume in the ceasefire market is $21,291 in actual USDC. It takes only $2,234 to shift the odds by 5 percentage points, making this market extremely reactive to any diplomatic signal. With one day left until the April 30 resolution, traders are likely waiting for concrete signs of de-escalation before committing.

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LINK Outflow Hits 2026 High at 970,000 Tokens

On-chain data from Santiment shows 970,430 LINK tokens left centralized exchanges on April 27 in a single day, the largest LINK outflow since December 2, 2025, worth approximately $8.95 million, as exchange reserves continued a 25-day decline from 141.5 million to 130.9 million.The 970,430 LINK withdrawal on April 27 was worth approximately $8.95 million at the time and represents the largest single-day net outflow for Chainlink since December 2, 2025.Exchange reserves have fallen consistently since April 3, when a 15-million-token inflow spike pushed reserves to their 30-day peak of 141.5 million tokens before a sustained withdrawal trend reversed the entire move.LINK was trading near $9.23 with an RSI of 42.31, below all three major moving averages, with the $9.50 level as the near-term resistance analysts identify as the breakout trigger.  LINK outflow data published by Santiment on April 27 showed 970,430 tokens leaving centralized exchanges in a single session, the largest daily net outflow for Chainlink since December 2, 2025. NewsBTC reported that the Exchange Flow Balance has been consistently negative for nearly all of April, indicating sustained withdrawal activity throughout the month rather than a single isolated spike. The April 27 event was the most concentrated single-day expression of that

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Oil Price Tops $117 as Iran Blockade Fears Pressure XRP

Brent crude climbed above $117 after reports said the U.S. prepared for an extended blockade of Irans ports.Chevron met President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss ways to limit pressure on American consumers.XRP traded at $1.36, down 1% in 24 hours, with a market cap of $83.96 billion.  Oil prices moved higher on Wednesday after reports said the U.S. prepared for a longer blockade of Irans ports. Brent crude climbed above $117 a barrel, extending its rise from just over $110 on Tuesday evening. The move kept energy markets focused on the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping disruption has already affected supply expectations.  Crypto markets also traded under pressure as investors watched wider risk conditions. According to CoinMarketCap, XRP traded at $1.36, down 1% over 24 hours, while trading volume rose to $1.95 billion. The token stayed below $1.40 after slipping from a 24-hour high of $1.41.  Oil Rally Follows Blockade Reports  Brent crude rose above $117 a barrel on Wednesday afternoon, reaching its highest level so far this month. The move followed reports that President Donald Trump instructed aides to prepare for an extended blockade of Iran‘s ports. The reported plan aims to increase pressure on Iran’s economy and oil exports.  BBC

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Zcash (ZEC) Price Prediction: Rounded Bottom Breakout Setup Signals Potential Move Towards $400+

ZEC is testing a key breakout zone after forming a rounded bottom, with price holding above strong support as traders watch for a potential move towards $400+.  ZEC price is starting to quietly shift structure, and the latest price action suggests something bigger may be building beneath the surface. According to Brave New Coin data, ZEC is currently trading near $324.21, down around 2.83% over the past 24 hours, as short-term weakness sets in following a recent push higher.  ZEC Price Structure Builds a Rounded Bottom  From a higher timeframe perspective, the structure is becoming clearer. A rounded bottom formation is now well-developed, showing a transition from distribution into accumulation and potentially into expansion. As highlighted in recent charts shared by Daniel Ramsey, price has curved cleanly into resistance around the $340–$360 zone, which now acts as the key breakout level. This region has rejected price multiple times, making it a high-probability decision zone. A confirmed breakout above it would shift the entire structure into a continuation phase.  ZEC price forms a rounded bottom below $340–$360 resistance while holding firm above the $280–$300 base. Source: Daniel Ramsey via X  On the downside, the $280–$300 region continues to act as a strong base. The fact that

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Powell Keeps Fed Governor Role Past May 15 in First Such Move Since 1948 – Bitcoin News

Bitcoin  Powell Keeps Fed Governor Role Past May 15 in First Such Move Since 1948 – Bitcoin NewsPowell holds a separate Governor term through January 2028, allowing him to stay on the Fed Board after May 15.The DOJ closed its criminal investigation into the Feds HQ renovation around April 24, 2026, but Powell said he is watching the remaining steps.Kevin Warsh cleared the Senate Banking Committee 13-11 on April 29 and is expected to be confirmed the week of May 11, 2026.  Powell Breaks 78-Year Precedent, Holds Fed Governor Seat Beyond Chair Term  Jerome Powell made the disclosure at the conclusion of what he called his last press conference as Chair. His four-year term as Chair, extended in 2022, ends May 15. But Powell holds a separate 14-year Governor seat on the seven-member Board that runs through January 2028. Federal law permits him to keep that seat after stepping down as Chair.  “After my term as Chair ends on May 15, I will continue to serve as a governor for a period of time, to be determined,” Powell said. “I plan to keep a low profile as a governor.”  The move is historically rare. Fed Chairs have almost always vacated their Governor seat when their

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