ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok as investment advisors? Researchers checked their 'genius'
Can AI effectively invest money? Researchers decided to put this to the test by evaluating models like ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Claude Sonnet as portfolio managers. In the study, the models were given a daily task to build a portfolio that could outperform the S&P 500 over the year. The AI could pick stocks, adjust the portfolio structure, and tweak its strategy based on market conditions. The results turned out to be way less impressive than what the crypto enthusiasts expected. The models often opted for popular tech stocks and echoed the prevailing market narratives instead of hunting for undervalued opportunities.
AI has crossed another threshold. The first exploit created by artificial intelligence has been detected
Cybersecurity experts have reported the discovery of an exploit that was likely created with significant involvement from artificial intelligence. This is a pivotal moment for the tech industry as it shows that AI is increasingly making its way into the arsenal of cybercriminals. The attack targeted an open-source application used for managing web environments. The exploit allowed bypassing two-factor authentication and bore distinctive traces indicative of being generated by a language model.
U.S. Inflation at its Highest Since 2023. Bitcoin Remains Unfazed, but the Problem Persists.
New inflation data from the U.S. has once again surprised the market. The CPI index has risen to its highest level since 2023, increasing investors' concerns about the Federal Reserve's future policy. The biggest impact on rising prices has come from energy. Soaring oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and the conflict surrounding Iran have led to a noticeable spike in fuel and electricity costs. For the financial markets, this spells trouble. Higher inflation lowers the chances of quick interest rate cuts, and some investors are even starting to consider the possibility of the Fed maintaining a tighter policy for a longer duration.
We know the content of the CLARITY Act. Banks could be the biggest winners of the crypto legislation.
The new version of the CLARITY Act was supposed to be a game-changer for the crypto industry in the USA. The bill could indeed bring order to the digital asset market, but it looks like traditional banks might be the biggest winners from the new regulations. The bill aims to clearly define the powers of regulators and the operating principles for crypto firms. This is crucial after years of chaos and market regulation mainly through enforcement actions by the SEC. The biggest buzz is around the approach to stablecoins. The CLARITY Act limits the ability to offer passive yields just for holding digital dollars. In practice, stablecoins won't be able to compete with bank deposits as freely as they used to.
Is Bitcoin gearing up for a bigger move? Glassnode shows what’s changing beneath the market surface
Bitcoin has been trading in a wide consolidation for several weeks, but according to Glassnode, signals are starting to emerge beneath the surface of the market that could precede a larger price movement. Analysts are primarily focusing on the improvement in the spot market. The recent BTC bounce was supported not only by futures contracts but also by real demand in the cash market. This is an important shift compared to previous rallies that were mainly driven by futures speculation. Glassnode also indicates that selling pressure is gradually easing. Fewer investors are panic selling to realize losses, and part of the market is returning to cautious accumulation.
Binance: AI has stopped crypto thefts worth over 10 billion USD
Binance claims that artificial intelligence has become one of the most critical tools in the fight against cybercrime in the crypto market. According to the exchange, AI systems have helped prevent the theft of assets worth over 10.5 billion USD. The platform reported that in just the first quarter of 2026, over 22 million attempts at scams, phishing, and fraud were detected. The total value of secured funds was around 2 billion USD. Binance emphasizes that cybercriminals are increasingly using AI on their side. This includes deepfakes, voice cloning, automated phishing messages, and impersonating well-known individuals and investment platforms.
Bitcoin is rising, but the real euphoria may just be on the horizon. It’s all about the altcoins.
Bitcoin has climbed back above key price levels, but some analysts believe that the biggest excitement in the crypto market is yet to come. They argue that the current stage resembles the beginning of previous cycles, where BTC surged first, and only later did the altcoins explode. More and more market watchers are noting that capital is slowly rotating towards riskier assets. In the past, this setup has preceded what's known as altseason, a period during which smaller cryptocurrencies have outperformed Bitcoin significantly.
AI is once again igniting the crypto market. TAO on Solana could spark a bigger trend.
The narrative surrounding artificial intelligence is making a comeback in the crypto world. After a few months of weakness, AI projects are once again attracting capital, and one of the hottest events in recent days has been the launch of the canonical TAO on Solana. The AI token sector just had one of its best weeks in months. The market cap for the entire category has surged by several billion dollars, and the leading projects tied to artificial intelligence are back on a strong upward trajectory. Among them are Bittensor, NEAR, Filecoin, and Internet Computer.
Is Strategy really going to sell Bitcoin? Saylor explains what his 'never sell' really meant
Michael Saylor has built a reputation over the years as the biggest corporate Bitcoin bull. His message has been clear: buy BTC, hold it, and never sell. However, now Strategy is starting to soften its narrative, and the market is wondering if even the biggest Bitcoin maximalists are beginning to see the limitations of the ideological HODLing. Controversy has erupted over statements from company representatives suggesting that Strategy might sell some of its BTC if it would be more beneficial for shareholders than issuing new shares. The CEO of the company, Phong Le, admitted that the management is primarily focused on the math and capital efficiency.
Tokenized gold is making record trades. Blockchain is taking over the 'safe haven' market.
Gold is making a comeback among investors, but this time it's not just about bars, vaults, and traditional ETFs. A growing portion of the market is being taken over by tokenized instruments backed by physical bullion, merging the narrative of a safe haven with blockchain technology. The trading volume of spot tokenized gold in Q1 2026 hit $90.7 billion. That's more than the entire trading volume of 2025. The segment is dominated by PAXG from Paxos and XAUT from Tether. Tokenized gold has surpassed $90 billion in trading.
Bitcoin is rising, but analysts warn: this could be the calm before the storm
Bitcoin closed April above $76,000, but it was the S&P 500 that stole investors' attention, bouncing back to record levels. BTC also rallied, but some analysts caution that the current move might just be a speculative pump, not the start of a lasting bull run. Bitcoin hit $77,500 on Friday. The S&P 500 is holding at record levels. Some analysts are warning that the current BTC bounce could precede another wave of dips. Is Bitcoin starting a new rally? The last few days have brought a clear improvement in market sentiment.
The worst month in crypto history in terms of the number of hacks
April 2026 will go down as a record-breaking month in terms of the number of hacking attacks in the crypto market. While the total value of losses wasn't the highest in history, the scale and frequency of incidents show that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting not just the code but also people and operational processes. In April, over 20–24 attacks were recorded on crypto projects. Total losses were around $651 million. The biggest single incident involved KelpDAO, amounting to $292 million.
Bitcoin hasn't broken 80k USD. But beneath the surface, tension is rising.
Bitcoin failed again to maintain the breakout towards 80k USD, and the Fed's decision to keep interest rates unchanged has given the market another reason to tread carefully. Still, the data shows an interesting divergence: selling pressure is easing, spot volumes have dropped to levels typical of a bear market, and a record number of shorts increases the risk of a sudden short squeeze. Glassnode indicates that BTC is still struggling to break through the 78–79k USD zone. At the same time, selling pressure in the spot market is starting to fade.
Bitcoin miners have turned to AI. Now they might face a new problem
The share of AI-related companies in the S&P 500 has reached levels last seen during the dot-com bubble. Back then, the market was dominated by internet firms; today, similar giants are playing that role in AI. However, this trend has a less obvious side effect: it increasingly ties the Bitcoin mining sector to AI. Public mining companies have already announced AI/HPC contracts worth over $70 billion. Some of them have taken on billions in debt to fund the transition towards data centers.
Hollywood is making a movie about Satoshi. AI is changing the way production works.
Hollywood is taking on the theme of bitcoin. A thriller titled “Bitcoin: Killing Satoshi” is being created, which is set to tell the story of the search for the mysterious creator of the cryptocurrency. The production stands out not only for its theme but also for its execution — artificial intelligence has been widely utilized. The film is directed by Doug Liman, and the budget is 70 million USD. AI has significantly reduced production costs. AI is entering the film set. The creators admit that without the use of AI, the production budget could exceed even 300 million USD. Instead, many scenes and locations were generated digitally.
Charles Schwab launches BTC and ETH trading. Institutions are entering a new level
Charles Schwab is launching the Schwab Crypto platform, which will allow retail clients to directly trade bitcoin and ethereum on the spot market. The platform will be rolled out in phases over the coming weeks. The transaction fee will be 0.75%, and Paxos is responsible for execution. A new chapter for Schwab This is the first time Schwab clients are receiving direct access to cryptocurrencies, rather than just indirect exposure through ETFs or derivatives. Trading BTC and ETH will occur through special cryptocurrency accounts linked to traditional brokerage accounts.
Hacker attack on Grinex. Exchange suspends withdrawals and trading
The Grinex exchange, operating in Kyrgyzstan and linked to the Russian cryptocurrency market, suspended operations after a serious cyberattack. According to available information from the platform, even several million dollars could have disappeared. Grinex suspended withdrawals and trading after a hacker attack. Losses are estimated at around 13–15 million USD. What happened? A message appeared on the exchange's website informing about a "massive cyberattack" on the wallet infrastructure. The company claims that over one billion rubles were stolen, which is about 13 million USD.
Bitcoin above 76 thousand USD, but the market is still betting on declines
Bitcoin has once again surpassed the level of 76 thousand dollars, however, the behavior of the derivatives market suggests that investors still do not believe in the sustainability of this movement. On the contrary — bets on declines dominate, and the funding rates for perpetual contracts are the lowest this year. BTC has returned above 76 thousand USD, yet funding rates remain negative. This is a signal that most traders are still betting on declines. Price increase, but lack of market confidence Although the price of bitcoin is rising, data from the futures market shows a clear disconnect between price and sentiment. Funding rates have remained negative for over a month and have just deepened to their lowest values in 2026.
CryptoQuant indicates a possible bottom for Bitcoin.
New on-chain analysis suggests that the current bear market for Bitcoin may not be over yet. According to CryptoQuant, the market still has not reached full exhaustion, and the ultimate bottom may only take shape towards the end of 2026. CryptoQuant indicates the range of $55,000–$60,000 as a potential 'iron bottom'. After that, the market may enter a longer accumulation phase before the next bull run. Is the bottom still ahead of us? According to CryptoQuant analysts, the process of forming the bear market bottom is ongoing but has not yet reached the final capitulation stage. The key tool remains the MVRV Z-score indicator, which compares Bitcoin's market capitalization with its realized value.
Ethereum hits record activity, but the price remains under resistance. What is blocking ETH?
The Ethereum network is operating at record volumes today. The number of transfers has reached an all-time high, and user activity remains exceptionally high. The problem is that the price of ETH still cannot translate these fundamentals into a lasting upward movement. The 7-day average number of transfers on the Ethereum network has exceeded 1.3 million daily. The price of ETH is still moving within the range of 2100–2300 USD and cannot sustainably break through the key resistance zone. Strong fundamentals, weak price