Nikita Bier, X Product Lead and Solana Consultant, announced the official launch of the "Custom Timelines" feature on X. This feature allows users to pin specific topics to tabs on the homepage, supporting over 75 interest topics to help users explore niche content areas more deeply. Powered by Grok's content understanding capabilities and combined with the platform's algorithm for personalized recommendations, each timeline is dynamically generated based on user interests, with particularly strong performance on topics where users already have interactive preferences. Currently, the feature is available to iOS Premium subscribers in early access, with an Android version expected soon.

Bitcoin's monthly Bollinger Bands have reached their narrowest level ever, indicating strong price volatility is imminent. Analyst Cantonese Cat stated that the expansion after a Bollinger Band contraction typically leads to dramatic price movements. Historical data shows that similar indicator performance in 2016 and 2020 triggered gains exceeding 4400% and 520%, respectively. Furthermore, Bitcoin's monthly RSI has fallen to its lowest level since the end of 2022, touching a macro support line. Currently, Bitcoin needs to break through the $80,000 resistance level to confirm the uptrend. On-chain data shows significant selling pressure from whales in the $78,000 to $80,000 range. Michael van de Poppe, founder of MC Capital, suggested that Bitcoin may experience a slight pullback after testing $79,000, before potentially testing $86,000.

Volvo Cars CEO has announced that the demand for the EX60 model has exceeded initial expectations. According to Jin10, the company is now focused on increasing production capacity to meet this demand. The CEO projected that nearly 40,000 units of the EX60 will be produced by the end of this year.

Bitcoin's fundamental indicators have been adjusted due to the contraction of the BTCFi ecosystem. According to PANews, despite these adjustments, the macroeconomic environment continues to provide support for Bitcoin. The changes in the ecosystem have led to a reevaluation of Bitcoin's fundamental metrics, but broader economic factors remain favorable for its stability.

Bitcoin (BTC) is poised for increased volatility as several technical indicators suggest a significant upward movement in its price. According to Cointelegraph, the Bollinger Bands indicator, a tool used by traders to evaluate momentum and volatility, is signaling a potential breakout. The BTC price must surpass the resistance level at $80,000 to continue its upward trajectory. The Bollinger Bands have reached their tightest point ever on the monthly time frame, indicating that volatility is imminent. Analyst Cantonese Cat highlighted this in a recent post, suggesting that the expansion of these bands could lead to a powerful price movement. Historically, similar patterns have preceded substantial bull runs, such as the 230% increase between December 2023 and August 2025, and the rallies in 2020 and 2016, which saw BTC prices surge by over 520% and 4,400%, respectively. Coinvo Trading has also noted that Bitcoin's monthly RSI has dropped to its lowest level since late 2022, coinciding with a drop to a multi-year support trend line. This pattern has previously marked Bitcoin's macro bottoms, as seen during the 2022 bear market, which was followed by a 350% price rally to an all-time high of $73,800 in March 2024. Coinvo Trading suggests that a bull run is imminent, supported by a bullish MACD crossover on the weekly chart. Bitcoin's recent 6% rally over the past three days has filled the $74,000-$77,000 CME gap created over the weekend. Traders are now focusing on the next CME gap above $80,000, formed in early February. Michael van de Poppe, founder of MC Capital, noted that resistance at $79,000 could temporarily halt Bitcoin's upward momentum, predicting a test of this level followed by a potential push to $86,000. Additionally, Bitcoin's whale order book indicates significant sell pressure between $78,000-$80,000, emphasizing the importance of this resistance level. A close above the $76,000-$78,000 resistance zone would confirm buyer control, paving the way for a potential rally to $84,000. As Cointelegraph reported, overcoming these resistance levels is crucial for Bitcoin's continued upward movement.

European Central Bank (ECB) official Martin Kocher expressed concerns about the ongoing conflict in Iran, stating that the uncertainty surrounding the situation makes it difficult to forecast outcomes for the upcoming rate-setting meeting in Frankfurt on April 29-30. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting Kocher's remarks as the ECB prepares to address monetary policy amid geopolitical tensions. The conflict's impact on global markets and economic stability remains a key consideration for policymakers as they navigate potential rate adjustments. Kocher emphasized the need for careful assessment of the evolving situation before making any decisions.

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Turkey is set to utilize its position as the host of this year's COP31 climate summit to enhance the adoption of clean energy solutions. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting Turkey's strategic focus on renewable energy as part of its broader environmental agenda. The country aims to showcase its commitment to sustainable practices and encourage global cooperation in addressing climate change challenges. As the host nation, Turkey plans to lead discussions on innovative energy solutions and foster international partnerships to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. The summit will serve as a platform for Turkey to demonstrate its advancements in clean energy technologies and its dedication to reducing carbon emissions. By hosting COP31, Turkey seeks to position itself as a leader in the global effort to combat climate change and promote sustainable development.

A customs police unit leader in South Korea has been accused by prosecutors of accepting $98,000 in bribes to finance personal cryptocurrency investments. According to NS3.AI, the officer allegedly promised to dismiss cases or prevent arrests in return for monetary compensation. Authorities are currently examining other cases managed by the officer to determine if similar misconduct occurred.

Iran has reportedly seized two ships in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. CNN Breaking News posted on X, highlighting the development shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital passage, with a significant portion of the world's oil supply passing through it daily. The seizure of the ships has raised concerns about potential disruptions in oil transportation and heightened tensions in the region. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as any escalation could have far-reaching implications for global energy markets and geopolitical stability. Further details about the seized vessels and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain limited at this time.

According to PeckShieldAlert, KelpDAO attackers bridged ETH from Ethereum to Arbitrum via AcrossProtocol, exchanged it for USDT, and then transferred the funds to trondao via LayerZero.

Stablecoins: US Stalls, Japan Spends Money: Stablecoins Reshape the Financial Landscape. Golden Finance: The stablecoin competition is entering a tiered era.

Since 2026, the crypto market has been under pressure overall, with Bitcoin and mainstream assets experiencing a synchronized correction and a significant cooling of market sentiment. Behind this period of downturn, is it the end of a cycle, or the prelude to structural reshaping?

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Adult website Pornhub is reportedly dumping TetherUSDt, replacing it with USD Coin for creator payouts in a move that signals a broader shift toward regulated digital assets.

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Avenir’s trading team linked to the Huobi founder is being moved into Bitfire, which is acquiring it for US$1.6 million. Bitfire plans to use it to launch a regulated Bitcoin product targeting up to 10,000 BTC from investors in Hong Kong.

Elon Musk has openly defied French authorities by refusing to appear before prosecutors in Paris, rejecting what officials described as a “constructive” effort to bring his platform X into compliance with national law.