Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
On April 18th, US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a substantial net inflow of $663.9 million. Ethereum ETFs also showed strength with a $127.4 million net inflow, marking the seventh consecutive day of positive flows, signaling sustained institutional interest.
Read MoreThis digest covers key midday updates for April 18th. The AI sector sees major funding moves, with Cursor's planned raise and Anthropic's tech timeline. Geopolitical focus is on the Strait of Hormuz, with conflicting statements. Strategy also adjusts its token dividend frequency.
Read MoreStrategy proposes to change STRC dividend frequency from monthly to bi-weekly. This aims to shorten reinvestment cycles and enhance liquidity. Voting concludes June 8; if passed, the new schedule starts July 15.
Read MoreThe Zcash Foundation has released Zebra node client version 4.3.1, urging all node operators to upgrade immediately due to critical security fixes. The update also introduces a Dockerized mining environment, automated checkpoint management, and enhanced CI processes.
Read MorePresident Trump announced that vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz will not be subject to any passage fees, countering previous speculation about potential charges. This move aims to ensure free navigation in the critical waterway and is expected to reduce global shipping costs.
Read MoreAnthropic's CEO predicts open-source models may match its top-tier cybersecurity AI, Mythos, within 6-12 months. The unreleased model, deemed a national security asset for finding zero-day vulnerabilities, is being pushed for government and banking use. The company faces data scrutiny while racing to patch critical systems before capabilities spread widely.
Read MoreSarah Zorah, the early marketing lead instrumental in Base's launch and growth, has left Coinbase after nearly five years. She announced she is joining AI firm Anthropic to lead startup market initiatives, with a focus on nurturing the entrepreneurial ecosystem around Claude.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a newly created wallet deposited $2 million USDC into a decentralized derivatives protocol and opened a 5x leveraged long position on ASTER. This large, high-leverage bet highlights strong bullish sentiment from a potential whale, drawing market attention to ASTER's price action.
Read MoreA prominent mining pool founder reveals selling 50% of his Ethereum holdings around an average price of $2331. He argues the market may be mispricing recent geopolitical tensions, citing contradictory data on critical shipping lanes, which could trigger a market repricing.
Read MoreOn April 18, President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that if no new deal is reached with Iran by Wednesday, the U.S. will not extend the current ceasefire and will resume military action. He stated the blockade remains and force may be used again, setting a firm deadline.
Read MoreAs RAVE surged past $27, it recorded $20.64 million in liquidations within 24 hours, ranking third behind only Bitcoin and Ethereum. Meanwhile, its open interest plummeted over 80% from recent highs, signaling extreme market volatility and divergent trader positioning.
Read MorePresident Trump revealed receiving positive signals regarding Iran, stating progress is smooth. He emphasized preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons as the core objective, hinting at potential diplomatic breakthroughs.
Read MoreChinese cargo ship crews stranded in the Strait of Hormuz have been instructed to prepare for departure. This follows Iran's announcement of fully opening the strategic waterway to commercial vessels under coordinated routes as part of a regional agreement.
Read MoreAnthropic's Claude Design transforms natural language into design drafts, interactive prototypes, and marketing materials. It integrates team design systems and bridges the gap between design and development, dramatically accelerating the creative workflow for professionals and non-designers alike.
Read MoreThe crypto savings token project Buck announced a phased closure of its protocol to pave the way for future developments. With reserves fully intact and over-collateralized, an indefinite redemption window is now open, guaranteeing 100% capital return for all token holders.
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