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Bitcoin Price Target Set at $143,000 as Tiger Research Q2 Report Projects 2x Upside

TLDR: Tiger Research sets Bitcoin’s 12-month target at $143,000 using a neutral TVM base of $132,500. Upside from current BTC levels widened to 103% in Q2 2026, up from 93% recorded in Q1. Global M2 hit $134.4T, but 60% came from China, limiting liquidity access to Bitcoin markets. Bitcoin L2 TVL dropped 74% year-to-date, prompting a fundamental indicator revision to -10% for Q2.  Bitcoin carries a 12-month target price of $143,000, according to Tiger Research’s Q2 2026 Bitcoin valuation report. The firm used its TVM methodology to calculate a neutral base of $132,500. Adjustments of -10% for fundamentals and +20% for macro factors were then applied. The Q2 target is 23% below Q1’s $185,500 projection. Yet upside from current prices has widened from 93% in Q1 to 103% in Q2. Bitcoin averaged $70,500 in early April 2026. Macro Tailwinds Persist Despite Slower Momentum Global M2 liquidity hit an all-time high of $134.4 trillion as of February 2026. Yet Bitcoin fell roughl...

Ethereum Price News: ETH Flashes a Bullish Setup No Holder Should Miss While Pepeto Nears Its Binance Listing

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Ethereum price news on April 21 points to a setup that defines entries for the full cycle. ETH sits at $2,309 after seven straight sessions of positive spot ether ETF flows, and the daily chart carved a clean ascending triangle into today’s session per CoinSpectator. Cumulative ether ETF inflows reached a record $11.68 billion according to CoinDesk, and BlackRock’s ETHA alone holds over $6.5 billion in assets. While the market argues whether ETH breaks $2,460 resistance or retests the $2,250 floor, more than $9.29 million has quietly moved into a presale led by the original Pepe cofounder with a Binance listing pulling closer each day, and fractions of a cent here beat any Ethereum price news print on a $280 billion asset this year. Ether ETFs extended their inflow streak to seven straight sessions through April 20, pulling in $187 million for the strongest weekly period of 2026 per CoinDesk . That reverses three weeks of outflows and lifts cumulative flows to $11.68 billion. Morgan ...

Coinbase Partners With Nium on Global USDC Payouts

TLDR Nium has selected Coinbase to integrate USDC payments across its global network in more than 190 countries. The integration allows businesses to fund cross-border payouts in USDC and settle in stablecoins or local currencies. Coinbase provides custody, liquidity, and wallet infrastructure to support the new payment setup. Nium’s system enables just-in-time settlement, which removes the need for prefunded accounts in multiple jurisdictions. The company supports over 100 currencies, real-time payouts in more than 100 corridors, and holds over 40 regulatory licenses worldwide. Singapore-based Nium has selected Coinbase to power USDC payments across its global network. The integration enables businesses to send, receive, and convert stablecoins across more than 190 countries. The rollout connects stablecoin liquidity with local fiat payouts through a single platform. Coinbase powers USDC integration across Nium network Nium will use Coinbase infrastructure for custody, li...

QuantumScape (QS) Stock: Should You Buy Before Tomorrow’s Q1 Earnings?

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Key Takeaways QuantumScape’s Q1 2026 results arrive April 22 with consensus estimates pointing to an $0.18 per share loss. Zero revenue anticipated, though customer billings will be monitored as Eagle Line production scales. Focus remains on the Eagle Line automated manufacturing facility and the Cobra production methodology. Options market implies approximately 13.23% post-earnings volatility in either direction. Analyst consensus stands at Hold with a $9.76 average target price, suggesting potential 36% gains. QuantumScape (QS) approaches its Q1 2026 financial results scheduled for April 22 with notable positive momentum. Shares have climbed 16% throughout April, adding to an impressive 88% surge year-to-date in 2025. However, the underlying business fundamentals remain in their nascent stages, a reality well understood by market participants. QuantumScape Corporation, QS Wall Street forecasts a net loss of $0.18 per share, representing improvement versus the $0.21 def...

Interactive Brokers (IBKR) Q1 2026 Earnings Preview: Can Premium Valuation Hold?

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Quick Overview Q1 2026 earnings release scheduled for Tuesday, April 21 after market hours Wall Street consensus: $0.60 earnings per share with $1.68 billion in revenue, marking 17.5% YoY growth Current valuation stands at 36.8x trailing P/E, surpassing analyst consensus target of $78.30 Recent downgrades include Jefferies reducing to $81 and BMO Capital lowering to $80 Corporate insiders offloaded $30.7 million net in shares during the previous three-month period Interactive Brokers approaches Tuesday’s quarterly announcement with shares hovering near all-time peaks—accompanied by a valuation multiple that’s raising eyebrows on Wall Street. Interactive Brokers Group, Inc., IBKR The digital brokerage platform is projected to deliver earnings per share of $0.60 alongside revenue reaching $1.68 billion in its after-hours disclosure. This would mark a 17.5% revenue increase compared to the same period last year, although EPS would experience a modest decline from the prior ...

Fireblocks Powers Qivalis Euro Stablecoin Initiative Backed by Major European Banks

Key Highlights Banking coalition targets 2026 for Qivalis euro stablecoin deployment Fireblocks chosen as technology provider for euro stablecoin platform Initiative challenges US dollar supremacy in digital token markets Project structured to comply with EU’s MiCA regulatory framework Dozen financial institutions join forces on euro-denominated digital currency A coalition of European financial institutions has progressed significantly with plans for a euro-denominated digital currency, partnering with Fireblocks for core technology infrastructure. This digital euro initiative will facilitate cross-border settlements, corporate treasury operations, and tokenized asset transactions within compliant market frameworks. Qivalis, leading the consortium, plans a 2026 rollout adhering to stringent regulatory standards. Partnership Framework and Strategic Positioning The digital euro venture unites twelve prominent banking institutions from across the European continent in a collabo...

CLARITY Act Faces May Postponement Over Stablecoin Yield Controversy

Key Takeaways North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis has requested Senate Banking Committee Chair Tim Scott postpone the CLARITY Act markup to May The central issue blocking progress involves the treatment of stablecoin returns and rewards within the proposed framework Traditional banking institutions worry stablecoin yield offerings could drain customer deposits from conventional banks The Digital Chamber, representing crypto interests, is demanding immediate legislative advancement Senator Moreno has cautioned that failure to pass the bill by May could indefinitely postpone crypto regulation The CLARITY Act, a pivotal crypto market structure bill in the United States Senate, is experiencing additional postponement. Republican Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina informed media representatives on Monday that the Senate Banking Committee will likely not conduct markup proceedings on the legislation during April. Instead, he has formally requested Committee Chair Tim Scott to cal...