The global cryptocurrency market has reached a major milestone after total market capitalization climbed to $2.8 trillion for the first time since January 2026. The latest surge signals renewed momentum across the digital asset industry, reinforcing growing optimism among both retail and institutional investors after weeks of steady market recovery. The rise in total market…
Coinbase is expanding beyond cryptocurrency trading with the launch of 24/7 gold and silver perpetual futures for eligible users outside the United States. The move marks another major step in Coinbase’s strategy to bridge traditional financial markets with the always-active digital asset ecosystem. According to the company, the newly launched precious metals futures products are…
Global oil markets opened on a softer note on Tuesday, with U.S. crude futures retreating as investors took a step back to reassess geopolitical risks tied to ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran. The pullback comes just days before a crucial ceasefire deadline, adding a layer of uncertainty to an already volatile energy…
Nigeria’s capital market is set for a significant upgrade as the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) announces an extension of its daily trading hours, a move aimed at increasing liquidity and attracting more investor participation. In a statement released on April 17, 2026, the exchange confirmed that the new trading schedule will take effect from Monday,…
Nigeria’s currency recorded a notable gain at the official foreign exchange market on Tuesday, appreciating to N1,348 against the U.S. dollar. The latest movement reflects a shift in global currency dynamics, as the dollar continues to weaken across international markets. Data published by the Central Bank of Nigeria shows that the naira’s appreciation comes at…
Nigeria’s crude oil production showed a modest rebound in March 2026, offering a glimmer of improvement for Africa’s largest oil producer. However, the country still fell short of its production quota set by Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, highlighting ongoing challenges within the sector. According to the latest Monthly Oil Market Report released by…
The Kingdom of Bhutan has quietly reduced its Bitcoin holdings by nearly 70 percent, signaling a significant shift in its cryptocurrency strategy. Once considered a unique player in state-backed crypto mining, the country has scaled down its position, selling a large portion of the roughly 13,000 BTC it held as of October 2024. Recent data…
Tether, the issuer behind the world’s largest stablecoin USDT, has announced a $200 million strategic investment in creator marketplace Whop, marking a significant push to expand stablecoin payments into mainstream online commerce. The deal values Whop at $1.6 billion, according to CEO Steven Schwartz, who confirmed the investment on social platform X. The funding signals…
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao, widely known as CZ, has reacted with humor to Bitcoin’s latest price drop, joking that he is “poor again” as the cryptocurrency slipped sharply below the $67,000 mark. CZ made the lighthearted comment on social media as Bitcoin extended its losses, reminding followers that he made a similar remark during a…
Nasdaq has taken a significant step toward mainstreaming digital assets by moving to eliminate position limits on options tied to spot Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded funds. In a rule change filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the exchange announced plans to remove the long-standing 25,000-contract cap on ETF options linked to major crypto…
