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13 Apr 2026, 05:44

Bitcoin hits a wall – the chart just challenged the $88,000 bull case

The price action is sending a clear warning signal that analysts' optimism may be running ahead of itself.

13 Apr 2026, 05:30

Saudi Arabia’s Crypto Market Projected to Reach $47.8 Billion by 2034

The Saudi Arabian cryptocurrency market is projected to grow from $24.9 billion in 2025 to $47.8 billion by 2034. Key Takeaways: SAMA is backing projects like mBridge to grow the market to $47.8 billion by 2034. High youth interest in DeFi and gaming is fueling a 7.51% annual growth rate for bitcoin. Future Vision 2030

13 Apr 2026, 05:27

Bitcoin tests $70K as US-Iran tensions escalate, oil surges above $100

Bitcoin price briefly dipped to $70,617 earlier today as renewed concerns over a full-scale naval conflict between the US and Iran resurfaced, specifically following threats of a total Strait of Hormuz blockade. As US President Donald Trump confirmed the immediate implementation of a naval blockade on Truth Social, Bitcoin slipped roughly 2% around $71,686, reflecting the high tension in global markets. Last week, representatives from the US and Iran held high-stakes peace talks in Islamabad, brokered by Pakistan. However, a dispute arose over Iran's uranium enrichment levels, which, according to Iran, was not intended to be a precondition for a temporary truce. Ceasefire violations were reported within hours of the initial ceasefire window, and subsequently, following a marathon 21-hour meeting in Pakistan, talks collapsed because Iran refused to end its long-term nuclear program, which Trump framed as the only point that “really mattered.” Bitcoin price continued its downward slide as the US futures markets opened this morning, as investors reacted to surging oil prices , which jumped nearly 10% to $105 within moments of the market open. Bitcoin volatility expected to continue The US-Iran dispute over the Strait of Hormuz—which is a major maritime chokepoint handling one-fifth of global oil trade—has roiled financial markets over the past six weeks, and Bitcoin, along with other risk markets, has been caught in the crossfire. Iran has made a series of demands stretching beyond the nuclear issue, including requiring the US to pay for war reparations and to unfreeze billions in Iranian financial assets currently held in overseas accounts. Trump has yet to address these demands and has continued his "Maximum Pressure" rhetoric on social media regarding Iran’s actions. Further, he has condemned Iran’s use of naval mines to intimidate commercial shipping and extort transit tolls, a portion of which was reportedly requested in Bitcoin. Trump labeled this “world extortion” and has asked the US Navy to interdict and block any vessel that paid the illegal tolls and to also locate and destroy the mines. At the time of writing, Bitcoin had managed to climb back above $71,000, but the current situation with the blockade suggests more volatility may be expected in the coming sessions. As long as Bitcoin price manages to hold above $70,000, any short-term dip may be bought by bulls; however, a breakdown below the crucial $68,000 level would likely accelerate selling and open up a pathway towards $62,000. CLARITY Act progress can help build momentum Even though the immediate focus remains on geopolitical tensions, Bitcoin and the crypto market as a whole stand to benefit from the potential passage of the Clarity Act, which is expected to be voted on in the Senate next week. Recently, Senator Bill Hagerty has confirmed that the bill has gained sufficient bipartisan support to bypass further committee delays. The legislation is believed to be the most comprehensive framework for stablecoin regulation and digital asset oversight to date, and progress has been stalled for a long time due to disagreements over state versus federal regulatory authority. A breakthrough on this front could offset the macro-economic gloom and give bulls the necessary fuel to decouple from the falling traditional equity markets. The post Bitcoin tests $70K as US-Iran tensions escalate, oil surges above $100 appeared first on Invezz

13 Apr 2026, 05:16

XRP Facing Extreme Levels of FUD

XRP is currently facing its highest levels of fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) in over two years following a brutal 60% price correction, but analytics firm Santiment suggests this extreme bearish sentiment could actually indicate a local bottom and an.

13 Apr 2026, 05:08

Dogecoin (DOGE) Retreats, Can Bulls Reclaim Upside Momentum?

Dogecoin started a fresh decline below the $0.0930 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating losses and might face hurdles near $0.0925 and $0.0938. DOGE price started a fresh decline below the $0.0930 level. The price is trading below the $0.0920 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $0.0925 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could extend losses if it stays below $0.0925 and $0.0930. Dogecoin Price At Risk of More Downsides Dogecoin price started a fresh decline after it closed below $0.0935, like Bitcoin and Ethereum . DOGE declined below the $0.0932 and $0.0930 support levels. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $0.0925 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair. The price even traded below $0.0905. A low was formed near $0.0903, and the price is now showing bearish signs. There was a recovery wave above $0.0910, but the price stayed below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.0948 swing high to the $0.0903 low. Dogecoin price is now trading below the $0.0920 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. If there is a recovery wave, immediate resistance on the upside is near the $0.0920 level. The first major resistance for the bulls could be near the $0.0925 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.0948 swing high to the $0.0903 low. The next major resistance is near the $0.0930 level. A close above the $0.0930 resistance might send the price toward the $0.0938 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.0950 level. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.0980. More Losses In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to climb above the $0.0925 level, it could continue to move down. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.0905 level. The next major support is near the $0.090 level. The main support sits at $0.0880. If there is a downside break below the $0.0880 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might slide toward the $0.0820 level or even $0.080 in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.0905 and $0.0900. Major Resistance Levels – $0.0925 and $0.0938.

13 Apr 2026, 05:01

Strategy signals another bitcoin buy as company needs just 2% annual BTC growth to cover dividends

The company bought nearly three times more bitcoin than miners produced in March and is signaling it isn't done, even as its holdings remain billions underwater.