1. Bitcoin Surges Past $102K Amid ETF Inflows
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $102,524, up 2.88% in the past 24 hours. Altcoins are also rallying, including SXT (+140%), PNUT (+56%), and PEPE (+41%). Standard Chartered analysts suggest the $120K forecast may be conservative due to over $4 billion in ETF inflows.
2. Binance Research Reports April Market Rebound
According to Binance Research, the total crypto market capitalization rose by 10.8% in April, driven by macroeconomic shifts like the U.S. government's 90-day tariff pause. Bitcoin continues to serve as a hedge against financial uncertainty.
3. Pi Network Anticipates Binance Listing
The Pi Network community is buzzing with speculation about a potential listing on Binance. A major announcement from Pi Network is expected on May 14, with promises of greater ecosystem utility and adoption.
4. $2 Billion Investment Linked to Trump Stablecoin
A UAE-backed fund plans to invest $2 billion in Binance using USD1, a stablecoin launched by Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial. The move was announced at the Token2049 conference and is already generating scrutiny from regulators and analysts alike.
5. Binance Introduces New Features & Updates
Binance has rolled out several new features:
Timed Red Packets for crypto gifting
Tiered negative balance thresholds in Portfolio Margin
Adjusted tick sizes for select spot trading pairs
These updates aim to improve user experience$BNB
