Binance Alpha has listed Genius (GENIUS), according to the project's official page on the platform.The token's contract address is listed as 0x1f12b85aac097e43aa1555b2881e98a51090e9a6. 

Bitcoin accessibility has improved in more than 50 countries since 2020, according to River Financial. The company noted that institutional Bitcoin investment vehicles, including ETFs, are now available in 34 countries. However, from a regulatory perspective, accessibility has worsened in only four countries.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has expressed that dollar-pegged stablecoins should only be subject to freezing under a U.S. court order. According to NS3.AI, Yakovenko's remarks come in response to criticism regarding Circle's management of hacks and thefts involving USDC, which some have deemed inadequate and overly arbitrary.

Key Takeaways Bitcoin bounced from a weekend low of $70,500 to $72,100 during US Monday morning trading as geopolitical sentiment improvedReports suggest Iran is considering abandoning uranium enrichment as a concession to end the warThe US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz went into effect at 10 AM ET MondayIran's military warned that "no port in the region will be safe" following the blockade's activationCrypto-related stocks rallied: Circle (CRCL) up 8.3%, Coinbase (COIN) up 3.1%, Strategy (MSTR) up 1.5%The Nasdaq reversed early losses of more than 1% to trade up 0.3% Bitcoin pulled back from its weekend lows on Monday morning as reports of potential Iranian nuclear concessions tempered the geopolitical anxiety that had gripped markets since Saturday night, offering a partial reprieve to crypto and equity markets alike. After sliding to as low as $70,500 on Sunday -- triggered by Vice President JD Vance's departure from Pakistan without securing a peace deal -- Bitcoin recovered to $72,100 during US morning trading hours. The rebound tracked broader risk asset relief as reports emerged suggesting Iran was considering abandoning its enriched uranium program as part of a potential path to ending the conflict. Hormuz Blockade Goes Live The recovery unfolded against a tense backdrop. The US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which had been telegraphed by the Trump administration, went into effect at 10 AM ET Monday. Iran's military and Revolutionary Guards responded with a stark warning carried by state broadcaster IRIB, stating that "security in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman is either for everyone or for NO ONE" and that "no port in the region will be safe." The hardline language from Tehran introduces fresh uncertainty even as diplomatic signals point toward possible concessions, leaving markets in a delicate position as events develop. Crypto Stocks Lead the Bounce Crypto-related equities moved sharply higher alongside Bitcoin's recovery. Stablecoin issuer Circle (CRCL) led gains with an 8.3% advance, while Coinbase (COIN) added 3.1% and Strategy (MSTR) rose 1.5%. The Nasdaq, which had fallen more than 1% at the open, reversed course to trade up 0.3%. The speed of Monday's reversal underscores how sensitive crypto and risk assets remain to headline flow from the Iran crisis, with market direction hinging on whether diplomatic progress can outpace military escalation.

According to the official page, Binance Alpha has listed Genius (GENIUS). Contract address: 0x1f12b85aac097e43aa1555b2881e98a51090e9a6

The Iranian Foreign Ministry stated that the United States' constant changes in demands during negotiations with Iran in Islamabad were the reason for the failure to reach an agreement. The Foreign Ministry said that Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi, in a phone call with French Foreign Minister Barro on the evening of the 12th, stated that although Iran had "complete distrust" of the United States, it participated in the negotiations in a responsible and goodwill manner and made progress on several issues. However, due to the excessive demands and constant changes in the US's claims, an agreement was ultimately not reached. (Xinhua)

Key Takeaways Strategy acquired 13,927 BTC for $1 billion between April 6–12 at an average price of $71,902, per an SEC 8-K filingTotal holdings now stand at 780,897 BTC, acquired for a cumulative cost of $59.02 billionThe company is 19,103 BTC away from the 800,000 BTC milestone, having bought more than 107,000 BTC in 2026 aloneThe purchase was funded entirely through STRC preferred share sales -- 10 million shares generating approximately $1 billionStrategy reported $14.46 billion in unrealized losses on digital assets in Q1 2026 Michael Saylor's Strategy added 13,927 Bitcoin to its balance sheet last week, pushing total holdings to 780,897 BTC and bringing the company within striking distance of the 800,000 BTC milestone, according to an 8-K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission published Monday. The purchases, made between April 6 and 12, were executed at an average price of $71,902 per coin -- once again below the company's overall average acquisition cost of $75,577. Total cumulative spending on Bitcoin now stands at approximately $59.02 billion. STRC Funds the Entire Purchase The $1 billion acquisition was funded exclusively through proceeds from Strategy's perpetual preferred equity, Stretch (STRC). The company sold 10 million STRC shares last week, generating approximately $1 billion in net proceeds. No shares of STRF, STRK, STRD, or common stock MSTR were sold during the period. According to STRC.live, last week marked the second-largest weekly STRC issuance on record, running at nearly three times the four-week average. The elevated share sales follow Strategy's amendment of its STRC sales rules in early March, which expanded the program to include extended trading hours and a second broker.   Unrealized Losses Mount Despite the continued accumulation, Strategy is carrying significant paper losses on its holdings. The company reported $14.46 billion in unrealized losses on digital assets for the first quarter of 2026, a reflection of Bitcoin's price decline from the company's higher average acquisition cost of $75,577. Market Context: Ceasefire Rally Fades Strategy's buying coincided with a brief crypto market rally early last week, triggered by a US-Iran ceasefire announcement that pushed Bitcoin back above $70,000 and briefly past $73,000. Nomura's Laser Digital cited Strategy's accumulation and strong Bitcoin ETF inflows -- which totaled $786 million over the period -- as key signals underpinning the move, alongside a recovery in US equities to pre-conflict levels. The optimism proved short-lived. Weekend ceasefire talks broke down without an agreement, and a naval blockade announcement on April 13 triggered a pullback toward $71,000. Laser Digital said it expects erratic price movement to persist until the ceasefire deadline concludes. Strategy now needs 19,103 BTC to reach 800,000 -- a threshold it could cross within two weeks at its current pace of accumulation.

The United States has officially commenced a naval blockade operation, according to a senior U.S. official. According to Odaily, more than 15 American warships are currently deployed to support this initiative.

According to the Wall Street Journal: A senior U.S. official revealed that the U.S. blockade operation has officially begun, with more than 15 U.S. warships currently on the scene providing support. (Jinshi)

Pierre de Gaulle, the grandson of former French President Charles de Gaulle, has expressed that France should consider joining the BRICS group and reevaluate its relationship with the United States. According to NS3.AI, his remarks come at a time when European leaders are increasingly uneasy about U.S. tariffs and pressure regarding Ukraine. This sentiment follows French President Emmanuel Macron's statement in January, indicating France's intention to strengthen ties with BRICS.

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