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Houthis Threaten Red Sea Oil, Escalating Mideast Tensions
Houthis threaten to close Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital Red Sea oil shipping lane, escalating Mideast tensions and raising global crude price fears.
Iran Warns US Over Naval Blockade; Oil Prices Jump
Iran issues a stern warning to the US over a potential naval blockade, causing significant jumps in WTI and Brent crude oil prices.
Europe's EV Sales Soar 51% Amid Iran War & Fuel Spikes
Europe sees a 51% jump in EV sales during March as the Iran war drives gasoline prices sky-high, accelerating the shift to electric cars.
Bitcoin Dips as Traders Eye CME Gap & DeFi Hack Fallout
Bitcoin dips as traders eye a CME futures gap and DeFi hack fallout. Macro pressures also weigh on sentiment, despite some recovery signs.
Bitcoin ETFs Near $1bn Inflows, DeFi Jitters Amid Hack
UK's latest crypto news: Bitcoin ETFs see nearly $1bn inflows, boosting bullish sentiment despite DeFi hack jitters and geopolitical tensions.
US-Iran Ceasefire Ends, Tesla Earnings to Impact Crypto
US-Iran ceasefire ends, impacting crypto markets. Bitcoin must hold £59k as geopolitical tensions rise. Key economic data expected.
US Extends Russian Oil Sanction Waiver for India
US extends sanction waiver for India to import Russian oil, impacting global energy markets amidst price volatility and geopolitical complexities.
Germany to Privatise SEFE: Energy Market Shake-Up
Germany plans to privatise SEFE, the former Gazprom unit, to bolster energy security and reduce state ownership in the nation's critical infrastructure.
KelpDAO Attack Sparks £10.5 Billion DeFi Market Downturn
DeFi sector hit by £10.5 billion wipeout after KelpDAO exploit using stolen rsETH, impacting Aave and wider market liquidity.
Kelp DAO Exploit: LayerZero Blames Single-Verifier Setup
LayerZero blames Kelp's £230m exploit on single-verifier setup, attributing the sophisticated attack to North Korea's Lazarus Group.
Bitcoin resilience shines amid fresh Iran-US tensions
Bitcoin shows remarkable resilience amid US-Iran tensions, holding firm while oil jumps & equities dip. Is crypto a new geopolitical shock absorber?
Oil Prices Jump: US Seizes Iranian Ship Near Hormuz
Oil prices jumped after the US Navy seized an Iranian vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, sparking fears of escalation.
Vercel Hack: Crypto Developers Scramble Over API Keys
Vercel's recent security breach, linked to a compromised AI tool, has crypto developers scrambling to secure API keys. Find out more.
India Unveils New Thorium Reactor: Boosts Energy Security
India boosts energy security with a new 500 MW sodium-cooled thorium reactor, highlighting its state-led nuclear drive for independence.
Middle East Oil Prices Under Strain: Dubai Benchmark Chaos
Middle East oil prices face severe strain as Hormuz disruptions disconnect the Platts Dubai benchmark from physical flows, exposing vulnerabilities.
Stablecoins: Turning Business Costs into Revenue Streams
Stablecoins are evolving beyond basic infrastructure to help UK businesses cut costs, unlock credit, and earn revenue, says Paxos Labs.
KelpDAO Exploit: Single Point Failure Batters DeFi Trust
The KelpDAO exploit, costing £230m, highlights DeFi's single point of failure. Trust is eroding as 2026 is tipped for record hacks.
Robots Power UK's Green Future: Solar & Wind Efficiency Soar
Robots are revolutionising UK renewable energy, doubling solar & wind installation speeds. Automation addresses labour shortages & boosts efficiency.
Europe's Jet Fuel Crisis Looms: Iran War Impacts Supply
Europe faces an imminent jet fuel crisis as the Iran war and Hormuz disruption cut critical Middle Eastern supplies, impacting airlines and fares.
DeFi Hack: Kelp DAO Exploit Triggers Billions in Withdrawals
A £230m Kelp DAO exploit has triggered a DeFi liquidity crisis, causing billions to flee major platforms like Aave and exposing systemic vulnerabilities.
Web3 VC Funds Struggle to Differentiate in Crowded Market
Web3 VC firms face a differentiation crisis. Learn how emerging managers can build unique value propositions beyond generic pitches.
Crypto Policy Summit: UK Insight into US Regulations
Explore the upcoming Consensus Policy Summit, focusing on US crypto regulations, taxation, and DeFi. Crucial insights for UK investors.
UK Renewable Energy Surplus: Grid Challenges & Solutions
UK's renewable energy surplus sparks grid challenges and government incentives. Learn how the nation is tackling excess wind/solar power.
Crypto 'Wrench Attacks' Surge in France: A UK Perspective
France is now an epicentre for crypto 'wrench attacks', with 41 kidnappings this year. UK investors should note this alarming global trend.
RaveDAO's RAVE Token Plummets 90% Amidst Exchange Probes
RaveDAO's RAVE token plunges 90%, shedding $5.7bn market cap amid Binance and Bitget probes into alleged team-linked wallet activity and market manipulation.
Aave's £5.3bn Deposit Plunge: Kelp Hack Exposes DeFi Risks
Aave's TVL plummeted by £5.3bn and AAVE token fell 16% after Kelp hack used stolen rsETH as collateral, exposing DeFi risks.
Alcoa Sells NY Smelter to NYDIG for Crypto Mining Hub
Alcoa is selling its dormant Massena East smelter in New York to Bitcoin mining firm NYDIG, leveraging its robust electrical infrastructure and hydropower access for crypto operations.
Strategy's STRC Dividend Shift: Less Volatility, Steady Bitcoin
Strategy (MSTR) shifts STRC dividend to bi-monthly for less volatility, steady Bitcoin buying, and market's only semi-monthly preferred shares.
Kelp DAO Suffers £230m Crypto Heist, rsETH Peg at Risk
Kelp DAO's LayerZero bridge suffers a £230m crypto exploit, risking rsETH peg and prompting emergency freezes across major DeFi protocols.
Europe's Energy Transition: Halts Jeopardise Security & Growth
Europe's energy dilemma isn't over-fast transition, but an incomplete one. Boost infrastructure, storage & flexibility to secure future energy.
UK Oil Firms: Trading Profits Soar Amid Output Woes
European oil majors see strong earnings from booming trading desks amidst volatile markets, offsetting Middle East production woes and cash flow hits.
Lightning Network: Quantum Threat & Future of Bitcoin Payments
Is the Lightning Network quantum-proof? Explore the debate around quantum threats to Bitcoin's payment layer and its ongoing resilience.
Binance & Bitget Probe 4,500% RAVE Token Surge Amid Whistleblower Claims
Binance and Bitget are probing an alleged insider-orchestrated 4,500% surge in RaveDAO's RAVE token, leading to $44m in liquidations.
Crypto Firms Embrace AI Amidst VC Funding Shift – TradeRadarNews
UK's crypto firms are swiftly adapting to AI's dominance in VC funding, shifting to autonomous agents for faster, intelligent trading solutions.
UK's Role in Global Lithium Rush: Securing EV Battery Supply
Discover the global lithium rush, China's dominance, and Western efforts, including the UK's, to secure supply for EVs and energy storage.
Hydropower's Global Resurgence: A Crucial UK Energy Asset
Hydropower is making a global comeback, poised to be a pivotal asset for the UK's energy future, balancing renewables and boosting security.
Ethereum's Lubin: AI Centralisation Threatens Innovation
Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin warns that centralised AI control by big tech firms poses significant risks to the future of the crypto-driven, machine-led economy.
Wrapped XRP on Solana Boosts DeFi Access for Token Holders
Wrapped XRP (wXRP) is now live on Solana, enabling XRP holders to access Jupiter, Phantom & Meteora. This broadens DeFi access for the Ripple-linked token.
Zondacrypto Faces Scrutiny Over Polish Crypto Legislation
Polish crypto exchange Zondacrypto is under fire as PM links it to legislative interference and a 4,500 BTC inaccessible wallet emerges.
Hormuz Strait Closure Fears Rise Amid Iran Tensions
Strait of Hormuz faces potential full shutdown as Iran escalates tensions, turning back vessels amidst US blockade. Oil prices at risk.
Bitcoin Dips to $76k as Iran Re-Closes Hormuz Strait
Bitcoin retreated to $76,091 after Iran unexpectedly re-closed the Strait of Hormuz, unwinding gains from a previous surge and triggering major liquidations.
Liz Truss: UK Economy on 'Negative Trajectory', Backs Bitcoin
Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss warns the UK economy is on a 'very negative trajectory,' citing high taxes and regulation. She advocates for Bitcoin due to 'currency debasement'.
Hormuz Strait Closed Again: Tanker U-Turn in Persian Gulf
Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz, reversing earlier claims of openness. Tankers make U-turn, raising global oil price concerns. UK financial news.
XRP's 8% weekly outperformance: What next for the crypto?
XRP outperforms Bitcoin and Ethereum with an 8% weekly gain, testing key resistance. Is a major breakout imminent or more consolidation ahead?
Quantum Computing & Bitcoin: 9-Minute Theft Risk Explained
A Google-led study warns quantum computers could steal Bitcoin in 9 minutes using Shor's algorithm to breach elliptic curve cryptography.
ZSPC Prepares for 1-for-25 Reverse Stock Split on NASDAQ
zSpace, Inc. (ZSPC) announces a 1-for-25 reverse stock split effective 21 April 2026, alongside a CUSIP number change to 98980W206.
Strategy Proposes Half-Monthly Dividends for STRC
Strategy proposes semi-monthly dividends for its popular STRC preferred stock to boost stability, liquidity, and demand.
Spain Investigates Blackout Amid Power Rule Infringements
Spain investigates potential power rule breaches after Europe's worst blackout in 2025, sparked by a voltage surge. Regulator probes into grid failure.
China's Struggle to Calm Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions
China's efforts to de-escalate Pakistan and Afghanistan tensions highlight Beijing's regional ambitions and diplomatic limits amidst unresolved militant ties.
US Seeks Lunar Nuclear Reactor by 2028 for Moon Base
White House orders US agencies to develop an orbiting lunar nuclear reactor by 2028, essential for sustained Moon presence.