Category: crypto

Chainlink upgraded its Data Streams infrastructure to provide near-real-time pricing for US stocks and ETFs 24/5, giving DeFi protocols access to equity data covering $80 trillion in global market value. The upgrade was integrated by DEXs and exchanges, positioning Chainlink as a primary oracle for tokenized equities. LINK token value relies on growing demand for…

Chicago Fed chief, Austan Goolsbee, warns that the Federal Reserve may need to keep interest rates on hold until 2027 if the Iran war continues to keep oil prices high, leading to inflation above target levels. This could delay expected rate cuts and potentially even lead to rate hikes if inflation remains elevated. Fed officials…

Coinglass data shows $1.47 billion in ETH shorts at risk if price breaks $2,451, with $1.10 billion in long liquidations possible below $2,220. Ethereum’s leverage is high, with potential for significant liquidation events on major exchanges. The network’s role in stablecoins and tokenized assets adds to market complexity.

BNB reclaimed fourth place in the global crypto market cap rankings from XRP after seven months of XRP losses and a market rally. The completion of the 34th quarterly burn removed tokens from circulation, supporting price recovery. BNB could trade between $590 and $1,100 in 2026, with potential peaks above $1,100.

A fake Ledger Live hardware wallet app on Apple’s App Store scammed $9.5 million from 50 victims in April. Victims entered their seed phrases, giving attackers control. Apple removed the app but did not explain how it passed review. Recovery is unlikely. Experts advise downloading wallet software only from the official website.

Solana price is at $83.37 on April 14, down 3.63% as a symmetrical triangle forms on the daily chart. A daily MACD bullish crossover inside the pattern signals improving momentum. A breakout above $85.61 could lead to $98.42, while a close below $80 would invalidate the bull case. On-chain data shows increased futures volume.

XRP price is trading at $1.3575 on April 14, down 1.32%, in a symmetrical triangle pattern on the daily chart with converging trendlines. The MACD has produced a bullish crossover, adding momentum confirmation. Key levels include support at $1.3398 and resistance at $1.3792. On-chain data shows reduced open interest in XRP futures.

Recent Bitcoin volatility reflects concerns about quantum attacks, but Bernstein believes the risk is manageable and not an immediate threat. Developers have 3-5 years to implement a post-quantum migration path like BIP-360. Advances in cryptography and pressure from institutional holders are expected to drive consensus on Bitcoin’s quantum upgrade.

The US Navy blockade of Iranian ports, effective at 10 AM ET, has pushed oil prices above $103, with gas prices over $4.12 per gallon. Talks between the US and Iran collapsed, leading to the blockade. The blockade poses economic risks, with inflation rising to 3.3 percent and potential impacts on consumer prices. The Federal…

The 2026 AI Index from Stanford HAI shows a significant decline in employment for young software developers since the mainstream use of generative AI tools in late 2022. This trend is specific to AI-exposed roles, while occupations with low AI exposure are experiencing steady or growing employment across all age groups. The productivity gains from…