Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) tried to prank unsuspecting folks on social media for April Fools’ Day. We’re telling you early, so you don’t get tricked and look dumb later.

Dogecoin Without Shiba Inu?

The official X handle of Dogecoin went full satire mode with a fake “restructuring” announcement, updating their bio and everything.

The so-called DogeCoin Financial Solutions LLC proposed changes such as ditching the Shiba Inu logo for a “navy blue emblem” and banning meme words like “wow.”

Seriously bro? That ain’t never happening!

Dogecoin used stiff business jargon, such as a “67-page whitepaper” and “stakeholder” rebranding. No way our lil’ Shiba friend is signing…

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Google Study Raised Important Questions, Says Palihapitiya

In an X post, Palihapitiya said that Google’s paper was “quite reasonable” and raised “important technical questions.”

He added that if artificial general intelligence or superintelligent AI is coming soon, the smartest first target for it would be cracking something like Bitcoin.

“The crypto elders should start spending more effort organizing on a timescale that makes crypto quantum resistant / proof in these next few years with a conclusive roadmap,” he added.

Should Crypto Community Be Worried?

Palihapitiya’s warning follows Google’s latest research, which suggested quantum computers could crack Bitcoin’s…

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Leading cryptocurrencies climbed alongside stocks on Tuesday after President Donald Trump said the military campaign against Iran could end soon, even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed.

Crypto Rallies As Bearish Traders Exit

Bitcoin regained $68,000 overnight after sliding below $66,000 earlier in the day. Trading volume rose 10% over the last 24 hours.

Ethereum bounced from the lows of $1,939.53 to recapture $2,100. XRP and Dogecoin also traded in the green.

Over $270 million in crypto positions were liquidated in the past 24 hours, with long and short liquidations almost evenly split,  according to Coinglass data.

Open interest in Bitcoin futures fell 3.42% in the last 24…

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Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies regained some losses on Tuesday after Iran signaled a willingness to pursue peace talks.

Notable Statistics:

CoinGlass data shows that 78,174 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours, totaling $361.97 million.       

SoSoValue data shows net inflows of $69.4 million from spot Bitcoin ETFs on Monday. Spot Ethereum ETFs saw net inflows of $4.96 million.

In the past 24 hours, top gainers include Zcash, Midnight and Algorand.

Notable Developments:

Trader Notes:

Trader KillaXBT observed that Bitcoin is trading within a narrow range between key liquidation levels. Short liquidations are clustered around $69,000 to $70,000, while long…

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Google has warned that advances in quantum computing could eventually break the elliptic curve cryptography that secures cryptocurrencies. New research suggests these systems may be compromised with fewer resources than previously thought.

Rising Quantum Concerns

Using optimized versions of Shor’s algorithm, a sufficiently powerful quantum computer could break current cryptographic systems more quickly than earlier estimates suggested. While the threat is not immediate, it may be closer to reality than previously believed.

To prepare, Google is urging the crypto industry to transition to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), adopt safer practices such as avoiding wallet address reuse, and…

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Bitcoin’s (CRYPTO: BTC) movement within a tight trading range is raising questions about whether its traditional four-year cycle remains intact or is gradually fading amid rising institutional participation.

Cycle Debate Intensifies

In an X.com post on March 31, on-chain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence highlighted a growing debate over the durability of Bitcoin’s four-year cycle. The firm noted that increasing institutional involvement may be reshaping market behavior.

Unlike retail traders, institutional investors typically deploy capital in a more structured manner, often guided by schedules and risk management strategies. This approach can reduce extreme volatility and dampen the…

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Strategy Inc. (NASDAQ:MSTR) saw its stock price slide before heading back up during Tuesday’s trading session.

• What is MSTR stock doing now?

Bitcoin Remains Relatively FlatShkreli Demands Saylor’s Arrest

Investor Martin Shkreli slammed Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor on Monday over a promotional video for the company’s preferred stock.

Analyst Adam Cochran added, “This is the exact kind of nonsense the SEC is supposed to exist to deter.”

Yield Strategy Under Scrutiny

Economist Peter Schiff raised doubts about the dividend’s sustainability. The company currently sits on over $6 billion in unrealized losses on its Bitcoin holdings.

Despite this, Anthony Scaramucci of…

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