North Korea’s newest warship was severely damaged during a launch ceremony Wednesday, with leader Kim Jong Un, who witnessed the accident, saying it brought shame to the nation’s prestige and vowing to punish those found responsible, state media reported. In a rare admission of failure, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said a malfunction in the launch mechanism caused ...
Armed men hijacked a tourist boat in the Amazon rainforest in Peru, robbed all 14 people on board and forced them to empty their bank accounts via mobile apps, according to one of the victims. Spanish TikToker Elisabet de la Almudena, who has more than 235,000 followers on the platform, described the ordeal as the “worst day of her life” ...
Bitcoin Rebounds to $83,404 on April 11, 2025 Amid Renewed Investor Confidence On April 11, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC-USD) demonstrated a significant rebound, opening at $79,625.05, reaching a high of $84,247.48, dipping to a low of $78,936.32, and closing at $83,404.84. This performance indicates a resurgence in investor confidence following recent market fluctuations. Market Dynamics Influencing Bitcoin’s Surge Several factors contributed ...
Kraken Rolls Out Commission-Free Stock Trading On April 14, 2025, Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, announced the official launch of commission-free stock trading for over 11,000 U.S.-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This bold move signals Kraken’s strategic expansion beyond cryptocurrencies and into the realm of traditional financial markets. By bridging the gap between crypto and equities, Kraken is setting ...
Bitcoin Nears $85K Amid Market Optimism On April 14, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) climbed close to the $85,000 mark, signaling a strong recovery after a period of volatility. This recent Bitcoin price surge is attributed to easing global tariff tensions and broader market stability. The rally marks a shift in sentiment, with both retail and institutional investors showing renewed confidence in ...
Bitcoin Slips to $83.6K Amid Nvidia’s $5.5B Charge On April 15, 2025, Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a notable decline, dropping to $83,600. This downturn coincided with Nvidia’s announcement of a substantial $5.5 billion charge, which unsettled investors and reverberated across the cryptocurrency market. Market Reaction to Nvidia’s Financial Disclosure Nvidia’s unexpected financial charge raised concerns about the broader tech sector’s health, ...
Fed’s Stagflation Warning Impacts Crypto Markets On April 16, 2025, the cryptocurrency market experienced a notable downturn following Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks about potential stagflation. Bitcoin’s price fell to $83,700, reflecting a 1.5% decrease over 24 hours, as investors reacted to concerns about inflation and slowed economic growth. Stagflation Concerns Emerge In a speech addressing the economic implications ...
Gold Price Surge Hits $3,385 Amid Trade Tensions The gold price surge continued on April 21, 2025, as gold hit a record high of $3,385 per ounce. This milestone came amid a weakening U.S. dollar and renewed global trade tensions. Investors are increasingly turning to gold as a safe-haven asset, signaling market uncertainty and shifting investment strategies. Gold Price Increase ...
BNB Price Surge Leads Crypto Gains as Bitcoin Climbs The BNB price surge on April 21, 2025, stole the spotlight as Binance Coin jumped over 3.2% to cross the $600 mark. This move came as Bitcoin soared past $87,000, reigniting investor interest in altcoins. The bullish wave didn’t stop with BNB—SOL and XRP also made strong moves, reflecting a positive ...
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday called U.S. demands that Tehran stop enriching uranium entirely ‘utter nonsense’ and questioned whether future nuclear talks could succeed. ‘For the Americans to say, ‘We won’t allow Iran to enrich uranium,’ is utter nonsense,’ he said in a post on X. ‘We aren’t waiting for anyone’s permission. ‘The Islamic Republic has certain policies, and it ...