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The Bitcoin (BTC) network needs a “conservative” Bitcoin client node software implementation to preserve its monetary properties and strengthen network decentralization, according to Jimmy Song, co-founder of ProductionReady, a non-profit organization funding open source Bitcoin node software development and education. The organization has a “bias” against significant code changes, unless there is “overwhelming” community support for the change, Song told Cointelegraph. “The general principle is: if you’re not sure a change makes the money better, don’t make it,” he said. The number of Bitcoin nodes, broken down by software implementation, between 2016 and 2026. Source: Coin Dance ProductionReady expects to…

Fenbushi Capital, a prominent blockchain-focused venture capital firm, has deposited 3,063 $ETH worth $7.13 million to Binance. This move, reported by on-chain analytics firm Lookonchain, follows the firm’s withdrawal of the same amount from the decentralized lending protocol Aave. Such deposits to exchanges are widely interpreted as a precursor to selling, raising questions about the firm’s short-term market outlook. Fenbushi Capital $ETH Deposit to Binance: A Closer Look The transaction, detected on March 15, 2025, represents a significant transfer of capital. Fenbushi Capital withdrew the $ETH from Aave, a platform where it had previously deposited the assets as collateral. The…

Canada’s labour market recorded a sharp contraction in February as employment declined by 83,900 positions, according to data from Statistics Canada. The unemployment rate increased to 6.7%, reflecting weaker hiring conditions across several sectors. Bitcoin traders are therefore monitoring employment indicators. Data from major economies such as Canada and the United States can shape liquidity expectations. Canada loses 83,900 jobs as unemployment climbs to 6.7% Economists had expected a modest gain of about 10,000 jobs after January’s decline. Instead, the data showed one of the steepest non-pandemic job losses in recent years, raising concerns about economic momentum. The drop largely…

MARA Holdings (MARA) has agreed to buy Long Ridge Energy & Power in a deal valued at about $1.5 billion. MARA will also assume at least $785 million of debt backstopped by a bridge loan. The seller, FTAI Infrastructure (FIP), is up 12% in pre-market trading. MARA is ahead 3%. The deal includes Long Ridge’s 505-megawatt combined-cycle gas plant in Hannibal, Ohio, along with more than 1,600 acres of land, water access, fiber links, fuel supply and grid connections, according to a Thursday filing. MARA said the site could support more than 1 gigawatt of total power capacity over time.…

Although market sentiment around Bitcoin has continued to hit extreme bearish levels, Bitcoin’s large holders are not willing to relent as they have continued to purchase the asset in large quantities. While these bearish sentiments have continued to fuel uncertainty on the leading cryptocurrencies, it appears that large holders are seizing the opportunity to purchase the asset for cheaper prices. Bitcoin whales are buying the dip Over the last three days, Bitcoin’s large holders have scooped the asset in large quantities, as popular crypto analyst Ali Martinez provided data revealing that 10,000 $BTC have been purchased by whale holders over…

Ethereum trades at $2,323 on April 29, up 1.48%, pushing toward the 100-day EMA at $2,349 as Polymarket traders give 62% odds the current session closes above $2,350, with the rising wedge on the daily chart tightening toward a resolution that the derivatives market is actively positioning around. $ETH Daily Chart: Rising Wedge Presses Into The 100-Day EMA $ETH Daily Price Action (Source: TradingView) $ETH has been building a rising wedge since the January low near $1,800, with the lower boundary rising from that base and the upper boundary capping rallies since late March. Price at $2,323 is pressing against…

Tether is stepping up its presence in the U.S. stablecoin market. According to Bloomberg, the company recently launched a new stablecoin called $USAT while pursuing fundraising that could value the firm at $500 billion. Moreover, CEO Paolo Ardoino reported that Tether earned over $10 billion in profits in 2025. In addition, the company holds about $122 billion in U.S. Treasuries, making it one of the largest private holders of American debt. Bloomberg: Tether is expanding its focus on the U.S. market and has launched a new stablecoin, $USAT, while seeking fundraising that could value the company at around $500 billion,…

According to CryptoRank, only six token sales were completed in 2026 to date, and half are underwater compared to their offering price. Crypto financing is shifting, with VC-funded rounds also slowing down in April. Just six crypto projects chose an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) in 2026. The ICO was a staple during the 2017 bull market, but was gradually displaced by other models. Currently, smaller projects have shifted to airdrops or running as tokenless apps, while larger crypto companies look toward initial public offerings (IPO) on traditional exchanges. CryptoRank noted the six ICOs used CoinList or Echo for their sales,…

Hyperscale Data (NYSE: GPUS) has reported a stunning 76% year-over-year increase in preliminary Q1 2026 revenue, reaching approximately $44 million. This significant jump from $25 million in the same period last year highlights the company’s aggressive expansion in both data center operations and cryptocurrency mining. The announcement, made on April 26, 2026, from New York, positions Hyperscale Data as a key player in the evolving digital infrastructure and digital asset landscape. Hyperscale Data Q1 Revenue Breakdown: Mining and Beyond The company’s cryptocurrency mining revenue alone contributed roughly $5 million to the quarterly total. While this represents a portion of the…

Michael Saylor has sparked a fresh wave of debate with his latest X post, claiming it is a “Good Friday to buy Bitcoin.” This comes as the $BTC price lingers near $67,400, a staggering 46% drop from its 2025 peak of $125,000. The “Saylor Signal” vs. Market Reality MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor is back to his usual bullish antics. On April 3, 2026, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to declare, “It’s a Good Friday to buy Bitcoin.” For the “HODL” community, this is a standard rallying cry. However, for investors who watched Bitcoin plummet from a euphoric $125,000…