Category: crypto

Quantum computing stocks surged in double digits on April 14 and 15 following NVIDIA’s launch of Ising, the first open-source quantum AI model family. IonQ, D-Wave Quantum, and Rigetti Computing all saw significant gains. NVIDIA Ising addresses key engineering barriers in quantum computing, potentially accelerating commercialization in the industry.

Gate is celebrating its 13th anniversary by hosting an F1 Red Bull Racing parade and exhibition in Hong Kong. The event will showcase the new 2026 Red Bull car, gear, and interactive zones. A gala dinner and blue carpet ceremony will also be held, featuring over 300 industry guests and partners.

Tesla and SpaceX’s xAI Terafab project has started actively procuring chipmaking equipment by reaching out to major suppliers like Applied Materials, Tokyo Electron, and Lam Research. The project aims to achieve one terawatt of annual AI compute output and has received support from Intel as a foundry partner. Samsung declined to join but offered additional…

President Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon starting at 5 PM ET today. The agreement follows direct conversations with Lebanese President Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Trump invited both leaders to the White House for talks, marking the first meaningful dialogue between the two countries since 1983.

The UK’s FCA is seeking industry feedback on regulations for stablecoins, trading platforms, custody, and staking before a new crypto regime starts in 2027. The consultation is open until June 3, 2026, with firms able to apply for FCA authorization from September 30, 2026. The FCA aims to create a competitive and sustainable crypto market.

Anthropic Trust appointed Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan to its board of directors, giving Trust-appointed directors a majority for the first time. Narasimhan’s appointment by the Long-Term Benefit Trust aligns with Anthropic’s public benefit mission. This move comes as Anthropic considers an IPO and expands its healthcare focus through Claude initiatives.

US and Iran are holding direct talks for the first time on April 15, with WTI crude at $92 a barrel and BTC at $74,000. Previous negotiations were through intermediaries, but direct talks could push oil towards $80 a barrel and BTC above $76,000, signaling a potential breakthrough.

Tether quietly converted its Bitcoin reserve wallet into a $7.2b war chest by funneling 15% of profits into BTC. The wallet now holds 97,141 BTC, reinforcing USDT’s balance sheet and market role. Tether’s move to increase its Bitcoin holdings aims to strengthen its position as a major player in the crypto market.

The US proposed a 20-year pause on Iran’s nuclear program during peace talks, while Iran countered with a 5-year suspension. If a deal is reached, oil prices could drop below $80 a barrel, triggering a significant rally in the crypto market. This negotiation marks progress in resolving the conflict that began in February.

Eric Swalwell resigned from his House seat on April 15, following allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women. The resignation came after a swift political downfall that also saw him lose his frontrunner status in the California governor’s race. Swalwell denied the allegations but took responsibility for his mistakes.