PANews' April 2026 Top 10 Most Popular Articles Ranking (hereinafter referred to as the "Popularity Ranking") is released today. We have comprehensively evaluated all articles on the PANews platform in April based on content quality and readership to create this month's Popularity Ranking.
April Review
In April, Bitcoin repeatedly tested the $80,000 mark, benefiting from the strongest net institutional inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs since October of last year. Despite the uncertainty surrounding the US-Iran ceasefire and the pressure from mining companies accelerating their sell-off and shifting towards AI, the market as a whole demonstrated strong resilience. April was also one of the most severe months for vulnerability exploitation in DeFi history, with cumulative losses exceeding $600 million. The largest security incidents in a single month were Kelp DAO ($290 million) and Drift Protocol ($280 million), prompting the industry to re-examine its security baseline.
The deep integration of AI and crypto remained the core narrative of the month. OpenAI released GPT-Image-2 in April, a game-changer for the visual design industry, while the power struggle between Musk and Altman became a hot topic. In the Web3 space, AI agents are rapidly transitioning from proof-of-concept to productization, with "digital employees" and the DeFAI (Decentralized Software Acquisition) track gaining significant traction. Furthermore, the potential threat of quantum computing to the security of encrypted wallets sparked widespread discussion and preventative measures within the community.
Following the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's official granting of the first batch of stablecoin issuance licenses, the Hong Kong Web3 Conference led the core discussions at the end of the month, and Fu Peng, who has entered the cryptocurrency circle, also spoke for the first time at the conference. In addition, RAVE, SIREN, and ARIA were exposed as having high levels of control, and Ethereum's meme culture briefly returned for a week.
In such a narrative-heavy month, the platform saw a surge of high-quality investment research and analysis content. Among them, columnist Danny stood out, with two of his works making it into the Top 10 this month. He not only provided an in-depth look at the power struggles within OpenAI's upper echelons but also offered a hardcore analysis of the ten-year evolution of perpetual contracts, making him one of the most popular creators this month.
Top 10 Most Popular Articles
PANews created posters to recognize the top five most-read articles of the month, recognizing their depth and quality.
No.1 danny
Danny is the co-founder of Pundi AI, and primarily publishes observations on the crypto market, often interpreting them from a mathematical perspective.
" Unveiling the Secrets | How Was Musk 'Kicked Out' of OpenAI by Altman? " This article disassembles OpenAI's internal files, private diaries, and call logs from its inception to the present, reconstructing the complete process of Musk and Altman's transformation from "soulmates" to "sworn enemies." The article points out that their conflict was essentially a struggle for control, rather than a simple ideological clash.
No.2 MyToken
MyToken is a cryptocurrency information platform that provides real-time market data, on-chain analysis, sentiment indicators, including market capitalization and coin price fluctuations, helping users stay informed about the dynamics of the cryptocurrency market.
" Mastering 'Lobster' from Scratch: The Tearful Journey and Unexpected Success of Four Veterans in the AI Agent Industry " features four guests from different fields (trader, tech expert, operations, and CMO) sharing their practical experience in transforming AI into "digital employees," including 24/7 automated trading, automated customer acquisition via Telegram, and no-code development tools. The article also provides beginners with guidance on avoiding pitfalls related to security isolation, cost control, and mindset transformation, and explores new forms of human-machine collaboration in the future.
No.3 137Labs
137Labs focuses on uncovering real market needs and helping users seize investment opportunities in the Web3 space. It identifies projects with growth potential through in-depth research and provides clear and easy-to-understand information.
" DRAM ETF Emerges: It Sells Not Memory Chips, But the Most Crucial 'Scarcity Layer' in the AI Era " On April 2nd, Roundhill launched the Roundhill Memory ETF (ticker symbol: DRAM), focusing on memory and related companies. Its holdings are concentrated in Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, and Micron, accounting for nearly 75% of its portfolio. This marks the first time memory has been separated from semiconductors to become an independent asset class, indicating that the market now views memory as a key component of AI infrastructure, potentially shifting the industry's valuation logic.
No. 4 Mankiw Blockchain
Mankiw Blockchain provides an in-depth analysis of hot and challenging issues in the blockchain and other internet technologies from a legal perspective.
" From Nevermined's Perspective: AI Payments Are Entering Real Business " As the concept of AI payments evolves, market focus has shifted from voice payments to the pricing, transaction, and settlement of AI services. The Nevermined project has launched an AI service pricing system that supports charging based on usage, results, and value, and is compatible with multiple payment methods and protocols, aiming to directly monetize AI labor. Its solution has already been applied to platforms such as Olas, enabling dynamic pricing and real-time settlement.
No. 5 Web3 Farmer Frank
Frank, a Web3 farmer, is a columnist and investment researcher who focuses on in-depth analysis of digital asset finance, RWA tokenization, stablecoins, and the crypto industry.
" Hong Kong Stablecoins 'Fire the Starting Gun': From Licensing to Ecosystem, the Real Marathon Has Just Begun " On April 10, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) granted the first batch of stablecoin issuance licenses to PointPoint Financial, a consortium led by HSBC and Standard Chartered, marking the beginning of the licensed operation phase of stablecoin regulation. Analysts believe that the issuance of Hong Kong stablecoins is only the starting point; the key to the future lies in ecosystem building, including distribution networks, liquidity organization, and application scenarios. The collaborative capabilities of a comprehensive ecosystem platform will determine its global competitiveness.
No. 6 danny
Danny is the co-founder of Pundi AI, and primarily publishes observations on the crypto market, often interpreting them from a mathematical perspective.
" The Evolution of Perpetual Contract Algorithms: A Decade of Perpetual Contracts, and the Curtain Is Not Yet Falling " This article provides an in-depth review of the ten-year evolution of cryptocurrency perpetual contracts since their inception in 2016. Each technological upgrade to perpetual contracts (such as mark price, tiered liquidation, USDT standard, and portfolio margin) was designed to address a specific market disaster.
No.7 BlockBooster
BlockBooster is an Asian Web3 venture capital studio, a trusted partner for outstanding developers, helping high-quality startups grow through strategic investment and in-depth incubation.
" Bittensor, the Undisputed Leader in AI: Technology Evolving, Users Fleeing? " Bittensor (TAO) achieved a breakthrough in decentralized training technology for large models through its SN3 subnet in Q1 2026, solidifying its transformation from "concept hype" to "product-driven." Its dTAO mechanism drove a surge in subnet token prices, and the thriving ecosystem boosted the mainnet's valuation.
No.8 imToken
imToken is a secure and easy-to-use non-custodial (decentralized) Web3 digital wallet with over ten million users worldwide, headquartered in Singapore.
" What Exactly Does Quantum Computing Threaten? A Crypto User Guide to the Post-Quantum Era ." Google research suggests that quantum computing may threaten blockchain ECDSA signature algorithms after 2030, and addresses with exposed public keys are at higher risk. Ethereum and Bitcoin are advancing quantum-resistant upgrades; users should avoid address reuse and be wary of false claims about "quantum security."
No.9 01Founder
01Founder continuously updates on excellent AI-related products and in-depth analysis. They also share VC perspectives and industry insights.
" OpenAI Releases GPT-Image-2: Designers' Jobs May Really Be Gone " On April 22, OpenAI released the GPT-Image-2 model, which topped the LM Arena leaderboard with a score of 1512, leading the second-place model by 242 points. The new model supports online search, logical reasoning, multilingual typography, and continuous narrative, with significantly improved generation quality and intelligence. Its low-cost token-based billing model may reshape the visual design industry.
No. 10 Go2Mars' Web3 Research
Go2Mars' Web3 Research is an investment research content platform that focuses on the Web3 field, providing in-depth industry analysis and project research, and operates in conjunction with the Go2Mars ecosystem incubator.
" How to Drive On-Chain Asset Management with AI Agents " (DeFAI) is transitioning from proof of concept to productization, with AI agents beginning to autonomously execute on-chain financial operations. While the field is currently experiencing high popularity, it still faces challenges such as model illusion and access control.
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