We’re excited to announce the launch of a new colocation cross-connect service providing customers with direct access to Liquidity Connect’s Virtual Private Servers (VPS) and bare metal dedicated servers, hosted in Equinix London, one of the world’s leading financial connectivity hubs. Institutional and individual traders can connect to our trading environment with sub-millisecond latency, supporting efficient execution and latency-sensitive trading strategies. “Liquidity Connect (LIQC) and Kraken are elevating crypto trading by empowering every trader with the speed and security previously reserved for major financial institutions,” said Dennis Miranda-Cruz, Head of Business at Liquidity Connect. “Our goal is to provide stable,…
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Starting a sole proprietorship can be a smart choice for those looking to maintain control over their business as they enjoy a straightforward setup. You’ll need to think about a unique business name, secure the necessary licenses, and stay on top of your tax responsibilities, as income will flow through to your personal tax return. Comprehending these elements is essential, as they lay the groundwork for your venture. So, what are the key steps you need to take to successfully launch your business? Key Takeaways Choose a business name and conduct a name availability search to ensure it’s not trademarked.…
Ticket discounts of up to $500 will end tomorrow, April 10, at 11:59 p.m. PT. After that, prices for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 go up again. Miss this, and you’ll be paying more for the same access to one of the most anticipated tech epicenters of the year. Register now to lock in these savings. Disrupt: Your launchpad in the tech ecosystem If you want to raise capital, hire top talent, launch your startup, or discover your next portfolio company, missing Disrupt from October 13–15 at San Francisco’s Moscone West is not an option. Here’s what you’ll gain by attending: Actionable insights from builders, operators, and VCs actively shaping today’s market. Check the event page regularly for…
Crypto analyst Cupra has revealed that Bitcoin has printed a historical aggressive recovery setup, signaling that a rally to the upside may be on the horizon. The analyst predicted that BTC could rally to a new all-time high (ATH) of $150,000 as the next bull phase approaches. Bitcoin Prints One of the Most Aggressive Setups In Years In an X post, Cupra stated that Bitcoin has just printed one of the most aggressive recovery setups that the market has seen in years. He noted that such a setup played out in 2019 after months of “pain,” which then led to…
MARKET SNAPSHOT 8 APRIL, 2026 PRICE ACTION: THE GAMMA FLOOR IS CLEARED Bitcoin opened the week at approximately $66,941, staying above the ‘bear activation threshold’ we identified, at $65,499. With the announcement of a temporary cease fire in the Middle East, BTC rose to $72,789 in early trading on 8 April. This constitutes a $7,851 rebound from the current low, a 12 percent move, and taking the price straight through the $68,000 negative gamma floor we identified in this week’s Bitfinex Alpha. The $68,000 level is mechanically significant. Below it, dealers carrying net short gamma positions are systematically obligated to…
by Jeroslyn JoVonn April 8, 2026 Philadelphia’s upcoming WNBA expansion team is set to debut in 2030. Will Smith is bringing his latest investment home, reportedly buying a minority stake in Philadelphia’s expansion WNBA team. On April 6, sports business reporter Kurt Badenhausen revealed that the Oscar-winning actor had secured a minority stake in his hometown’s incoming WNBA franchise. The small stake is estimated at a humble 0.1%, enough to strengthen the ownership group’s local connection in a city deeply rooted in basketball culture. The news comes as Philadelphia was officially awarded one of three expansion teams, part of the…
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Adam Back is back at the center of the Satoshi Nakamoto mystery after New York Times reporter John Carreyrou published a very long investigation that says the clues point to him more than anyone else. John says he first got pulled into this investigation spotting Adam get visibly tense when his name came up as a suspect while watching that disappointing HBO documentary that promised to uncover Satoshi’s real identity. Carreyrou finds old Back posts that sound too close to Bitcoin John explains that the strongest new material came from old cypherpunk archives, where he found that Adam Back had…
Card payments are designed to be fast, seamless, and reliable. But occasionally, your card might not work — whether you’re paying online, in-store, or abroad. Across the UK, EEA, and global payment networks, card failures are rarely random. They are usually the result of specific technical, security, or compliance checks built into modern payment systems. Understanding why your card might not work — and what to do next — can help you resolve issues quickly and avoid repeated disruptions. Here are 7 common reasons your card might not work, and how to fix them. 1. Insufficient Available Balance (Not Just Total Balance) Your card may…
Key Takeaways Chen, a Parsons School of Design graduate, set out to create ‘wearable art that really shows who you are.’ Wu’s background in brand marketing helped the co-founders build efficient systems and scale. Now, with $1.5 million revenue and a ‘Shark Tank’ deal secured, the business continues to expand. Susana Chen and Jess Wu’s New York-based beauty startup Never Have I Ever began with a simple question: What if art could be living on unexpected canvases — not just on printed T-shirts or hats? Chen had some experience with the latter, growing up in New York City’s Chinatown, where…
