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Bitcoin is showing conditions often linked to a potential short squeeze, as derivatives positioning becomes increasingly tilted toward bearish bets. Data from CryptoQuant indicates that Bitcoin open interest climbed to around $24.2 billion, a five week high. At the same time, funding rates dropped to their most negative levels since early......
The United States Central Command began enforcing a naval blockade on all maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports on Monday at 10 a.m. Eastern Time, following the collapse of negotiations between US and Iranian officials in Islamabad. The move came hours after nearly 21 hours of talks between US Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian representatives......
Gold prices dropped in early Asian trading after Donald Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a surge in oil prices and strengthening the US dollar. The decline followed Trump’s announcement that the US Navy would immediately block vessels entering or leaving the strategic passage. The move came after more......
Japan has urged the United States and Iran to reach a rapid agreement aimed at reducing tensions in the Middle East, following recent failed diplomatic talks between the two countries. Speaking on Monday, Japanese government spokesperson Minoru Kihara stated that Tokyo hopes for a “final agreement” that would help stabilize the......
Rockstar Games has confirmed a data breach linked to the hacking group ShinyHunters, which is threatening to release stolen information unless a ransom is paid by April 14. The studio behind Grand Theft Auto VI said that a “limited amount of internal non sensitive information” was accessed through a breach involving a third-party......
Six days after capturing a crescent view of Earth slipping behind the Moon, the crew of Artemis II has returned to Earth as their image, known as “Earthset,” gains global attention and comparisons to the historic “Earthrise” photograph from Apollo 8 in 1968. The photograph was taken on April 6 at 18:41 EDT as the four-member......
The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has accelerated a global shift away from fossil fuels, driving a sharp increase in China’s clean energy exports as countries seek alternatives to disrupted oil and gas supplies. Since Iran effectively blocked the strategic maritime route on February 28 following US and Israeli airstrikes, roughly one......
Apple has removed several high-end configurations of the Mac mini and Mac Studio from its online store, as a global memory chip shortage tightens supply across the consumer technology sector. According to reports from 9to5Mac and AppleInsider, multiple models are now listed as unavailable in the United States store. These include the Mac......
A long-period comet from the outer reaches of the solar system is now visible before dawn, offering a limited viewing window for observers in the Northern Hemisphere. The comet, C/2025 R3 (Pan-STARRS), was spotted with the naked eye on April 11 at an estimated magnitude of 5.1. It was first discovered on September 8, 2025 by the Pan-STARRS......
A series of recent breakthroughs highlights the growing convergence between quantum computing and artificial intelligence in pharmaceutical research, with major contributions from Harvard University, IBM, and Cleveland Clinic. On April 10, researchers at Harvard University unveiled “Cascade,” a neural network-based decoder designed......
Global commodity markets reacted sharply after the United States announced a blockade targeting Iranian ports, triggering a surge in oil prices and a decline in gold. Crude oil benchmarks rose significantly, with prices climbing above the symbolic $100-per-barrel threshold. The increase reflects growing concerns over supply disruptions, particularly......
Chinese scientists have developed the first crystal capable of generating the ultraviolet light required to power thorium-based nuclear clocks, marking a key step toward navigation systems that can operate without GPS. The material, a fluoroborate compound created by a team led by Pan Shilie at the Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics......
The United States and Australia have significantly increased their financial commitment to critical minerals projects, pledging billions of dollars to strengthen supply chains and reduce dependence on external sources. The joint investment, which has nearly doubled compared to earlier commitments, is aimed at supporting the development and......
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