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Bitcoin hits $80K as Citigroup boosts exposure; analysts predict a bull rally amid geopolitical tensions.
NASDAQ 100 futures fall 1% as US April CPI meets expectations
CryptoBriefing - Rising inflation pressures could prolong higher interest rates, challenging tech valuations and potentially cooling global market optimism. The post NASDAQ 100 futures fall 1% as US April CPI meets expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
While Everyone Focuses On Bitcoin And Ethereum, This Crypto Could 'Kickstart A New Bull Rally,' Says Analyst
Benzinga - A leading cryptocurrency analyst flagged a major bullish signal early Thursday, potentially fueling Cardano’s (CRYPTO: ADA) next rally. Will ADA Hit $0.42? In an X post, Ali Martinez pointed to the SuperTrend indicator—a tool he has found to be the “most accurate” for anticipating ADA long-term movements. The SuperTrend indicator is widely used for identifying market trends and potential entry and exit points in trading. The analyst said that the same indicator flashed a “Sell” signal in September, preceding ADA’s 73% price decline “After months of this heavy correction, the indicator has just flipped. I’m ...
Trump, Xi to emphasize stability at high-stakes summit with major crypto mining implications
CryptoBriefing - The summit's outcome could reshape global crypto mining economics, influencing hardware costs and prompting shifts in rare earth sourcing. The post Trump, Xi to emphasize stability at high-stakes summit with major crypto mining implications appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US government confirms comprehensive actions on rare earths
CryptoBriefing - The US's strategic shift to domestic rare earth production could reduce dependency on China, impacting global supply chains and trade dynamics. The post US government confirms comprehensive actions on rare earths appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
3M joins AMD, Meta, Oracle, Cisco, Arista to standardize expanded beam optical connectivity for AI data centers
CryptoBriefing - The coalition's standardization efforts could accelerate AI infrastructure development, reduce costs, and prevent vendor lock-in, fostering innovation. The post 3M joins AMD, Meta, Oracle, Cisco, Arista to standardize expanded beam optical connectivity for AI data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
GBP Slides as Political Chaos Drowns Out Strong 0.8% Q1 GDP Beat
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The pound fell Thursday. Political mess won. Britain’s economy grew 0.8% in the first quarter, beating forecasts and showing real… Read the original on GBP Slides as Political Chaos Drowns Out Strong 0.8% Q1 GDP Beat. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
SpaceX IPO anticipation grows with June 2026 target amid market interest
CryptoBriefing - SpaceX's IPO could reshape market dynamics, attracting substantial investor interest despite geopolitical tensions and economic challenges. The post SpaceX IPO anticipation grows with June 2026 target amid market interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Citigroup boosts Bitcoin exposure with $41.2M in Strategy shares
CryptoBriefing - Citigroup's strategy highlights growing institutional interest in crypto, signaling potential shifts in financial markets and investment approaches. The post Citigroup boosts Bitcoin exposure with $41.2M in Strategy shares appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
BitGo posts wider Q1 loss despite revenue more than doubling
CoinTelegraph - BitGo’s headline revenue figure doubled year-over-year to $3.8 billion, but a Bitcoin price decline and IPO-related costs pushed net losses to $60.7 million in the first quarter.
Trump, Xi agree to keep Strait of Hormuz open amid US-Iran tensions
CryptoBriefing - The Trump-Xi agreement highlights the strategic importance of international cooperation in maintaining global energy security and trade stability. The post Trump, Xi agree to keep Strait of Hormuz open amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Jones Futures Gain As Trump Clears NVDA's H200 Sales To China—Cisco Systems, Doximity, Grocery Outlet In Focus
Benzinga - U.S. stock futures rose on Thursday following Wednesday’s mixed close. This comes as President Donald Trump is in China addressing key issues such as trade, tariffs, Taiwan, and Iran with Chinese President Xi Jinping. On Thursday, Xi stressed the significance of the Taiwan issue, terming it as the "most critical matter" in bilateral relations, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported, citing state media. Meanwhile, the U.S. cleared Nvidia Corp.‘s (NASDAQ:NVDA) H200 AI chip sales to Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR (NYSE:BABA), Tencent Holdings ADR (OTC:TCEHY), and 8 other firms, but Beijing has halted the deliveries. The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.46%, and the two-year bond was at 3.97%. The ...
Kraken's Parent Payward Acquires Reap Technologies $600M
CoinPaprika - Kraken's parent company Payward agreed to acquire Hong Kong-based Reap Technologies for up to $600M on 06 May 2026. The deal is Payward's first Asian stablecoin infrastructure acquisition.
JPMorgan’s $30 billion Strategy call exposes Bitcoin’s new market fault line
CryptoSlate - A May 7 JPMorgan client note estimated that Strategy could buy roughly $30 billion in Bitcoin in 2026 if Michael Saylor's company maintains its current purchasing pace. That figure positions Strategy alongside spot ETF flows and miner supply as a structural force in Bitcoin's demand architecture. Strategy holds 818,869 BTC acquired for $61.86 billion at […] The post JPMorgan’s $30 billion Strategy call exposes Bitcoin’s new market fault line appeared first on CryptoSlate.
30-Year Treasury Auction Clears Above 5%, Highest Yield Since 2007
BeInCrypto - The US Treasury sold $25 billion worth of 30-year bonds on Wednesday, with the auction clearing at a yield of 5.046%. The sale follows back-to-back US inflation reports this week that pointed to mounting price pressures driven by the US-Iran war. Iran War Inflation Shock Drives Long-End Yields Higher According to the Financial Times, the The post 30-Year Treasury Auction Clears Above 5%, Highest Yield Since 2007 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ship seized off UAE coast, heading toward Iran amid regional tensions
CryptoBriefing - Increased maritime risk in the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt regional trade and heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets. The post Ship seized off UAE coast, heading toward Iran amid regional tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Trump meets Xi in Beijing to discuss trade, Taiwan, and tech cooperation
CryptoBriefing - The summit's outcomes could reshape global tech supply chains, impacting crypto mining costs, AI development, and cross-border digital regulations. The post Trump meets Xi in Beijing to discuss trade, Taiwan, and tech cooperation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
BTC Tests $80K as Trump Lands in Beijing for Xi Summit
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin sits around $80,000 right now. That’s not an accident. President Trump just touched down in Beijing for face-to-face talks… Read the original on BTC Tests $80K as Trump Lands in Beijing for Xi Summit. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Trump meets Xi in Beijing as Taiwan language and trade terms hang in the balance
CryptoBriefing - The summit's outcomes could reshape geopolitical alliances, impacting Taiwan's security, trade dynamics, and crypto market compliance in Asia. The post Trump meets Xi in Beijing as Taiwan language and trade terms hang in the balance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US in talks to establish three military bases in Greenland, with rare earth minerals in the crosshairs
CryptoBriefing - The US's potential military expansion in Greenland could reshape geopolitical dynamics and influence global rare earth supply chains. The post US in talks to establish three military bases in Greenland, with rare earth minerals in the crosshairs appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Cboe reports retail traders aggressively buying calls on Mag 10 stocks amid AI rally
CryptoBriefing - Retail traders' aggressive call buying on Mag 10 stocks could amplify market volatility and signal heightened speculative behavior in tech sectors. The post Cboe reports retail traders aggressively buying calls on Mag 10 stocks amid AI rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Artificial Intelligence Threat To Crypto Underestimated, Says This Influential Analyst: Security Becoming An 'AI vs AI Arms Race'
Benzinga - Influential analyst Ali Martinez warned Wednesday of the growing threat artificial intelligence poses to the cryptocurrency industry, citing a surge in AI-driven fraud. Is Crypto Downplaying AI Threat? In an X post, Martinez alluded to a January report by on-chain analytics firm Chainalysis, which found AI-enabled scams were 4.5 times more profitable than traditional scams in 2025. AI-related scams also showed greater time-weighed efficiency. The report noted that scammers were increasingly using deepfake technology and AI-generated content to create “convincing impersonations” in romance and ...
Trump’s White House weighs 250 pardons to celebrate America's 250th birthday
CoinTelegraph - One of the developers behind the crypto-mixing protocol Samourai Wallet has publicly expressed hopes for a pardon, along with FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried.
Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will surge past $90,000 amid bull market
CryptoBriefing - Hayes' bullish Bitcoin forecast suggests potential economic shifts, highlighting the impact of monetary policy and tech investment on asset markets. The post Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will surge past $90,000 amid bull market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
BitGo Net Loss Widens to $60.7 Million Despite 112.6% Revenue Growth
BeInCrypto - BitGo Holdings posted first-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.77 billion, more than doubling from a year earlier. Yet, losses tied to Bitcoin (BTC) price swings and stock compensation pushed the digital asset custodian into the red. BitGo Q1 Revenue Hits $3.77 Billion BitGo’s Q1 filing attributed the 112.6% jump in top-line revenue to two main tailwinds: The post BitGo Net Loss Widens to $60.7 Million Despite 112.6% Revenue Growth appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin firm Nakamoto records net loss in Q1 despite sixfold revenue growth
CoinTelegraph - Nakamoto CEO David Bailey said the company is focused on scaling its Bitcoin treasury, services and trading strategies for the remainder of 2026.
Binance Says AI Security Prevented $10.53B in Losses
CoinPaprika - Binance reports its AI security systems prevented $10.53 billion in user losses between January 2025 and Q1 2026. The exchange also blacklisted over 36,000 malicious addresses during the same period.
Wes Streeting prepares to challenge Keir Starmer amid Labour Party turmoil
CryptoBriefing - Labour's internal strife may weaken its electoral prospects, potentially altering UK political dynamics and impacting future policy directions. The post Wes Streeting prepares to challenge Keir Starmer amid Labour Party turmoil appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Iran threatens weapons-grade uranium enrichment as peace talks stall, raising crypto safe-haven questions
CryptoBriefing - Iran's uranium enrichment threat could destabilize global markets, impacting crypto regulations and energy prices, with broader economic ripples. The post Iran threatens weapons-grade uranium enrichment as peace talks stall, raising crypto safe-haven questions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ripple CEO Names XRP's Main Advantages
U.Today - Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse has outlined the key advantages of the XRP token. Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse has outlined the key advantages of the XRP token.
Susquehanna raises Nvidia price target to $275 on AI demand surge
CryptoBriefing - Nvidia's rising price targets reflect growing confidence in AI's transformative potential, signaling robust investment opportunities in tech. The post Susquehanna raises Nvidia price target to $275 on AI demand surge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Claude AI Cracks Bitcoin Wallet Password, Unlocks $400K for Locked-Out Holder
TheCurrencyAnalytics - A Bitcoin holder just got access to $400,000 worth of crypto after Claude AI broke through a forgotten wallet password.… Read the original on Claude AI Cracks Bitcoin Wallet Password, Unlocks $400K for Locked-Out Holder. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
United Arab Emirates conducted secret military strikes on Iran, Wall Street Journal reports
CryptoBriefing - Escalating UAE-Iran tensions risk destabilizing regional security, impacting global oil prices, and challenging UAE's crypto-friendly image. The post United Arab Emirates conducted secret military strikes on Iran, Wall Street Journal reports appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Only 4% of US Voters Care About Crypto at the Ballot Box, New Poll Finds
BeInCrypto - A new poll shows just 4% of Americans would weigh a candidate’s crypto stance at the ballot box. This ranks the issue at the bottom of voter concerns ahead of the 2026 midterms. The result undermines the industry’s central pitch, which casts everyday digital asset investors as a powerful voting bloc. That premise has helped The post Only 4% of US Voters Care About Crypto at the Ballot Box, New Poll Finds appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Kalshi Just Crossed $1 Billion in Non-Sports Weekly Volume for the First Time
Cryptopolitan - Another week and another milestone for Kalshi. This past week, the prediction market platform processed its highest weekly volume across politics, macro, crypto and geopolitical event contracts, with zero sports counted. The growth in non-sports volumes on Kalshi has been staggering when you look at the numbers. One year ago, this number stood at $35.2...
Metaplanet Books $725 Million Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Stack Hits 40,177 BTC
BeInCrypto - Metaplanet booked a ¥114.5 billion ($725 million) net loss for the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Accounting valuation losses on its Bitcoin (BTC) holdings drove the decline after the cryptocurrency posted its worst Q1 since 2018. Bitcoin’s Worst Q1 Since 2018 Hits Metaplanet’s Treasury Bitcoin fell roughly 22% during the first quarter of 2026. The The post Metaplanet Books $725 Million Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Stack Hits 40,177 BTC appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Sam Altman shoots up on Forbes top billionaires list with a $6.5 billion net worth
Cryptopolitan - Sam Altman’s fortune has climbed to more than $6.5 billion, based on Forbes’ latest estimate, after court filings pulled new details about his private company stakes into public view. Sam’s wealth was previously placed at a little above $4.5 billion, but the new estimate includes holdings tied to companies that have had business with OpenAI,...
Trump’s Pick Kevin Warsh Confirmed as Fed Chair After Tight Senate Vote
BeInCrypto - The US Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair in a 54-45 vote. The margin was the narrowest ever recorded for a Fed chair. Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote in favor. Warsh inherits a central bank under direct pressure from President Donald Trump to cut interest rates. Kevin Warsh The post Trump’s Pick Kevin Warsh Confirmed as Fed Chair After Tight Senate Vote appeared first on BeInCrypto.
AI chatbot Claude helps man recover 5 Bitcoin after finding old seed phrase
CoinTelegraph - The crypto investor had Claude search through two Macs, two external hard drives, an Apple Notes export, iCloud Mail, Gmail inbox and X messages to help retrieve the Bitcoin.
Only 4% of US voters consider crypto in candidate choice: Poll
CoinTelegraph - US adults are largely wary of crypto and consider it the least important policy issue when picking who to vote for, according to a poll by Politico.
Bitcoin’s debasement trade hits a contradiction as MARA sells $1.5 billion while JPMorgan calls it the new gold
Cryptopolitan - Bitcoin has climbed roughly 30% over the past two months, from a February low near $62,000 to around $80,621 by May 12, helped by renewed interest in assets seen as resistant to currency debasement. The rally has revived an old debate. Can Bitcoin actually behave like gold during periods of fiscal stress, or is it...
Coinbase’s Armstrong Backs CLARITY Act as Thursday Markup Looms
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Brian Armstrong wants the CLARITY Act to pass. The Coinbase CEO threw his weight behind the bill as Congress gears… Read the original on Coinbase’s Armstrong Backs CLARITY Act as Thursday Markup Looms. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Unibase Surges 33.63% as Crypto Markets Shift — Daily Movers May 14
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Unibase soared 33.63% to $0.2272, leading the gainers, while Venice Token plunged 16.68% to $13.33. Mixed movements characterized the crypto market today. Read the original on Unibase Surges 33.63% as Crypto Markets Shift — Daily Movers May 14. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Consensys delays IPO citing crypto market weakness
Cryptopolitan - Consensys, well known for its popular Ethereum wallet product, MetaMask, has delayed its planned U.S. IPO until at least the fall of 2026 due to weak and volatile market conditions. This adds to a growing list of crypto companies delaying their IPO plans in 2026. The company, founded by Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin, had been...
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Fall, But Dogecoin Gains Ahead Of Crypto Act Markup In Senate: This Analyst Is Bracing For More BTC Pain Ahead
Benzinga - Leading cryptocurrencies slipped on Wednesday as the Senate Banking Committee gears up to vote on the Clarity Act. Cryptocurrency 24-Hour Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:20 p.m. EDT) ...
BTC Tests $83K Wall as Miner Selling Stays Muted, MACD Flips Bullish
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin broke back above $81,000 this week. That’s a 10% bounce from the $72,000 floor it held through late April.… Read the original on BTC Tests $83K Wall as Miner Selling Stays Muted, MACD Flips Bullish. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
OpenAI advocates for AI governance body globally
Cryptopolitan - OpenAI's top policy executive said the company wants the US and China to build a shared global body to set safety rules for artificial intelligence.
BeInCrypto Institutional Research: 15 Firms Providing Institutional Crypto Liquidity
BeInCrypto - Best Liquidity Provider is a category within the BeInCrypto Institutional 100, an annual research-driven program recognising institutional digital asset excellence across 26 categories and six pillars. This category sits under Pillar 2: Capital Markets & Infrastructure. The 15 firms below are listed alphabetically and are not ranked. A shortlist will be named in May 2026, The post BeInCrypto Institutional Research: 15 Firms Providing Institutional Crypto Liquidity appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong gets behind CLARITY Act ahead of Thursday markup
CoinTelegraph - Armstrong said the bill is "closer than ever" to advancing in the US Congress after months of negotiations between the crypto industry and banks.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to lead Federal Reserve
CoinTelegraph - The US Senate voted largely along party lines to confirm Kevin Warsh to lead the Fed’s Board of Governors, despite many Democrats’ concerns about the central bank’s independence.
Bitcoin Rally Cut Short as Profit-Taking Rises, US Demand Falls: CryptoQuant
Decrypt - Bitcoin's recent rally stalled at a critical level, putting the top crypto asset in a position that has previously led to major downturns.
NVDA Eyes $267 as Trump China Trip Revives $50B AI Chip Market Access
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Nvidia stock hit $227 on Tuesday. The jump came after CEO Jensen Huang traveled to China with President Trump, opening… Read the original on NVDA Eyes $267 as Trump China Trip Revives $50B AI Chip Market Access. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Schwab Opens BTC and ETH Trading to U.S. Clients in Major Platform Shift
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Charles Schwab now lets its U.S. clients buy and sell Bitcoin and Ethereum. The brokerage giant rolled out crypto trading… Read the original on Schwab Opens BTC and ETH Trading to U.S. Clients in Major Platform Shift. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ripple CLO: 67 Million People Need Clear Crypto Rules
U.Today - Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty is sending a clear message to Washington ahead of the high-stakes CLARITY Act markup: cryptocurrency investors are "everyday Americans" who hold significant political power. Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty is sending a clear message to Washington ahead of the high-stakes CLARITY Act markup: cryptocurrency investors are "everyday Americans" who hold significant political power.
Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote The Senate has confirmed Bitcoin-friendly former Fed governor Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, setting the stage for a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy just one day before lawmakers vote on the crypto market structure Clarity Act. This post Senate Confirms Bitcoin Friendly Kevin Warsh As Fed Chair Ahead of Clarity Act Vote first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah ...
Ledger shelves IPO plans, cites poor market condition reasons
Cryptopolitan - Ledger has officially paused its previously planned IPO and U.S. stock market listing today, citing unfavorable market conditions, according to people familiar with the IPO process. The hardware wallet producer has engaged with banking and financial institutions since the year began to advise on the possibility of launching an initial public offering that could value...
Senators File Clarity Act Amendments on DeFi, Trump Family, and Jeffrey Epstein
Decrypt - The Senate Banking Committee will vote tomorrow on the new additions to the crypto bill, before deciding whether to refer it to the Senate floor.
Breaking: Federal Reserve Now Has New Pro-Crypto Chair
U.Today - Kevin Warsh has been confirmed as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve in a 54–45 vote. Kevin Warsh has been confirmed as the next Chair of the Federal Reserve in a 54–45 vote.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Wobble As Markets Await Clarity Act Markup, Dogecoin Extends Rally
Benzinga - Bitcoin slipped below $80,000 on Wednesday as crypto markets turned cautious ahead of Thursday's highly anticipated U.S. Senate Banking Committee markup meeting on the Clarity Act. Cryptocurrency Ticker Price ...
The billion-dollar bets on Prediction Markets that are reshaping American elections
Cryptopolitan - For the first time in almost 100 years, Americans can legally place bets on who will win elections. Betting websites now let people buy and sell contracts based on whether certain politicians will win or lose. People who support them say they do a better job of figuring out what will actually happen than old-fashioned...
Why Cathie Wood And Robinhood Agree That Retail Investors Need Access To Private Markets
Benzinga - ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood and Robinhood Markets Inc. (NASDAQ:HOOD) CFO Shivaram Rajgopal made the case for opening private markets to retail investors, arguing that everyday investors are increasingly locked out of the biggest wealth-creation opportunities in tech. Shifting Landscape In an interview session, on Tuesday the discussion centered around ARK's venture-focused interval fund and Robinhood's newly launched closed-end private markets fund. Both are designed to give retail investors exposure to private companies that traditionally remained accessible only to accredited investors and institutional ...
Charles Schwab announces launch of spot Bitcoin and Ethereum trading
Cryptopolitan - Popular banking firm Charles Schwab has rolled out direct Bitcoin and Ethereum trading to its U.S. retail customers via a new platform called “Schwab Crypto.” This platform will give the firm’s over 39 million account holders access to spot crypto purchases in addition to stocks and bonds. The brokerage firm confirmed on Tuesday that an...
Zcash ETF Filing Marks Privacy Coin Comeback In Crypto ETF Market
Benzinga - Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies are moving back into the ETF spotlight after Grayscale Investments filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to convert its existing Zcash Trust into a spot exchange-traded fund. If approved, the product would trade on the NYSE Arca under the ticker ZCSH, becoming the first U.S.-listed ETF directly tied to a privacy-focused cryptocurrency. The proposed fund would hold ZEC, the native token of Zcash, offering investors direct exposure to the asset instead of relying on futures contracts or crypto-related equities. • Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (BTC) stock is under selling pressure. What’s pulling GBTC shares down? ...
Arthur Hayes Says The AI Shock Will Fuel The Next Bitcoin Bull Run
Benzinga - BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes says an AI-driven economic shock could become the catalyst that sends Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and crypto into another major bull cycle, as central banks respond with aggressive liquidity injections. The “Perpetual Motion Machine“ Speaking on the Unchained podcast, Hayes argued that the current AI boom is creating a dangerous mix of labor disruption, credit stress and speculative excess that could eventually force governments and central banks to print money again. Hayes believes the market is underestimating the deflationary shock AI could create in the short term. ...
Bitcoin Firm Metaplanet Posts $725 Million Loss, Delays Preferred Share Offerings
Decrypt - Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich acknowledged that preferred shares unveiled in November have yet to be issued.
Coinbase CEO Says Crypto Bill Could Rewire American Finance — Senate Votes Thursday
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Coinbase CEO Says Crypto Bill Could Rewire American Finance — Senate Votes Thursday Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the Senate’s advancing of the CLARITY Act could fundamentally reshape U.S. finance. This post Coinbase CEO Says Crypto Bill Could Rewire American Finance — Senate Votes Thursday first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Metaplanet Records Massive Revenue Growth Amid Bitcoin Strategy
cryptoDNES - Metaplanet reports record 251% revenue growth while holding 87% of Japan's corporate Bitcoin reserves, despite accounting-driven paper losses. The post Metaplanet Records Massive Revenue Growth Amid Bitcoin Strategy appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
UK Treasury: Digital Assets Have Potential for 'Complete Transformation' of Markets
Decrypt - The Economic Secretary to the Treasury highlighted an upcoming consultation on payments encompassing digital assets and AI agents.
'Lord of the Rings' Director Peter Jackson Says AI Is 'Just a Special Effect'
Decrypt - Peter Jackson says Hollywood’s fears around AI could hurt recognition for performance-capture acting, as debates about how the technology will reshape the movie industry grow.
How Figure is Democratizing Crypto-as-Collateral for Mainstream Users
Decrypt - As digital assets make inroads into the mainstream, crypto lender Figure is helping to turn them into viable collateral for credit.
Wall Street is buying XRP while Binance traders keep betting against it
CryptoSlate - XRP is rising into a market split between traditional finance infrastructure and crypto-native skepticism. According to CryptoSlate's data, the token recently traded above $1.46 as spot-market indicators improved, exchange-traded funds drew their strongest daily inflows in more than four months, and Ripple expanded the credit capacity behind its institutional prime brokerage business. However, this came […] The post Wall Street is buying XRP while Binance traders keep betting against it appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Square: over one million merchants enabled for Bitcoin payments
Atlas21 - Block Inc. automatically activated BTC payments via Lightning Network for approximately one million US merchants starting March 30. The post Square: over one million merchants enabled for Bitcoin payments appeared first on Atlas21.
Charles Schwab Begins Offering Bitcoin, Ethereum Trading to US Users
Decrypt - Charles Schwab started allowing select users to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum directly alongside their other investments.
Traders say Ethereum ready for a 'strong move' after ETH price taps $2.3K
CoinTelegraph - Market analysts eye fresh Ethereum upside, fueled by JPMorgan and BlackRock tokenized fund moves plus looming CLARITY Act catalyst.
Novogratz Urges Dems to Pass Major Crypto Bill
U.Today - Galaxy Digital founder Mike Novogratz is sounding the alarm for his own party, urging Democrats to "seize the center of the ring" by immediately passing the CLARITY Act. Galaxy Digital founder Mike Novogratz is sounding the alarm for his own party, urging Democrats to "seize the center of the ring" by immediately passing the CLARITY Act.
Dogecoin Outperforms Bitcoin and XRP in Futures Activity
U.Today - Dogecoin maintains positive futures activity while other top cryptocurrencies flip negative in their open interest. Dogecoin maintains positive futures activity while other top cryptocurrencies flip negative in their open interest.
eToro Shares Sink 3% as Crypto AUM Crashes 47% and Average Trade Size Halves
TheCurrencyAnalytics - eToro Group’s stock got whacked. Shares fell 3% by Tuesday’s close to $37.61, even after the company beat earnings by… Read the original on eToro Shares Sink 3% as Crypto AUM Crashes 47% and Average Trade Size Halves. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
'Not Not Not': Peter Brandt Rejects Idea Bitcoin Has Bottomed
U.Today - Legendary trader warns Bitcoin hasn't bottomed, predicting a bear channel drop as surging 6% US PPI inflation shatters market optimism. Legendary trader warns Bitcoin hasn't bottomed, predicting a bear channel drop as surging 6% US PPI inflation shatters market optimism.
Paybis secures MiCA, payment licenses in Latvia for EU crypto expansion
CoinTelegraph - Paybis has secured both a MiCA crypto licence and a PSD2 payment institution licence from Latvia’s central bank, becoming the first company in the country to hold both simultaneously.
Metaplanet to Launch First-Ever Bitcoin-Based Perpetual Preferred Shares in Japan
U.Today - Metaplanet CEO reveals company’s plans to expand its Bitcoin treasury by introducing a Bitcoin-backed product that could become Japan’s first-ever perpetual preferred shares. Metaplanet CEO reveals company’s plans to expand its Bitcoin treasury by introducing a Bitcoin-backed product that could become Japan’s first-ever perpetual preferred shares.
CFTC Defends Kalshi: Prediction Markets Are Not Gambling
cryptoDNES - The CFTC argues Kalshi prediction markets are federal financial derivatives, not illegal gambling, in a major legal battle against individual state laws. The post CFTC Defends Kalshi: Prediction Markets Are Not Gambling appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Senate Crypto Bill Faces Over 100 Amendments Ahead of Thursday Markup
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Senate Crypto Bill Faces Over 100 Amendments Ahead of Thursday Markup The Senate crypto bill faces a high-stakes markup this Thursday as lawmakers debate 100+ amendments that could determine the future of U.S. digital asset regulation. This post Senate Crypto Bill Faces Over 100 Amendments Ahead of Thursday Markup first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Metaplanet Q1 profit jumps, but Bitcoin losses hit bottom line
CoinTelegraph - Metaplanet posted strong Q1 operating income driven by Bitcoin options revenue, but swung to a $728 million loss as BTC price declines triggered valuation markdowns.
Danish ice hockey team partners with Concordium for AI identity pilot
CoinJournal - DIU names Concordium official AI partner for 2026 IIHF event. Concordium launches blockchain fan ID pilot with Danish hockey. Partnership fee settled fully in Concordium CCD tokens. Danmarks Ishockey Union (DIU), the governing body for ice hockey in Denmark, has named Concordium as the Official AI Partner of the Danish National Ice Hockey Team in […] The post Danish ice hockey team partners with Concordium for AI identity pilot appeared first on CoinJournal.
Bitcoin holders can now hide more of their activity, but only by trusting new middlemen
CryptoSlate - Starknet launched strkBTC on May 12, locking BTC on Bitcoin's base layer to back an ERC-20 token that brings shielded balances into a smart contract environment at scale. The token runs in the public mode, where it behaves like any other wrapped Bitcoin asset, and shielded mode, where users can hide selected balances and transfers […] The post Bitcoin holders can now hide more of their activity, but only by trusting new middlemen appeared first on CryptoSlate.
ATOM extends rally, surges above $2.10 with bullish momentum
CoinJournal - Key takeaways ATOM extends its gains, trading above $2.10 on Wednesday, up over 8% so far this week. The technical outlook suggests a further upward rally in the near term ATOM trading volume hits multi-month highs Cosmos Hub (ATOM) continues its bullish rally, currently trading above $2.10, up more than 8% this week. On-chain data […] The post ATOM extends rally, surges above $2.10 with bullish momentum appeared first on CoinJournal.
Bitcoin rebounds slightly above $81k amid institutional caution
CoinJournal - Key takeaways Bitcoin recovers slightly on Wednesday after finding support below $80,000. US-listed spot ETF saw outflows of $233 million on Tuesday, Bitcoin finds support at a key level Bitcoin (BTC) has slightly rebounded and is currently trading above $81,000 on Wednesday, following a retest of a critical technical support level the previous day. The […] The post Bitcoin rebounds slightly above $81k amid institutional caution appeared first on CoinJournal.
Morning Minute: CPI Comes In Hot; Stocks, Crypto Shrug
Decrypt - Hot CPI didn't stall markets for long, while the Clarity Act has already received 100 amendments ahead of tomorrow's markup.
Bitcoin price history suggests 77% odds of new all-time high within a year
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin reduces its drop from all-time highs to 35% in a move that sparked new BTC price all-time highs "within a year" on seven occasions in the past.
Vietnam eyes Q3 launch for regulated crypto asset market: Report
CoinTelegraph - Vietnam’s deputy minister of finance reportedly said the country is planning to launch its regulated cryptocurrency market in the third quarter of 2026 to answer the growing demand for digital assets.
Charles Hoskinson Calls Clarity Act Section Removal 'Insanity' and 'Dystopian Nightmare'
U.Today - Charles Hoskinson shuts down the anti-open source software narrative. Charles Hoskinson shuts down the anti-open source software narrative.
Capital B raises €15.2 million to grow bitcoin treasury
CoinPaprika - Capital B, a France-based bitcoin treasury firm, raised €15.2 million through a private placement on 11 May 2026. Investors include Blockstream CEO Adam Back and French asset manager TOBAM.
XRP Hits All-Time High of 332,230 Wallets
U.Today - XRP secures a massive milestone amid growth of the network. XRP secures a massive milestone amid growth of the network.
BASIS.pro Is Live – Base58Labs Officially Launches Crypto Arbitrage Platform
DailyHODL - London, United Kingdom, 13th May 2026, Chainwire The post BASIS.pro Is Live – Base58Labs Officially Launches Crypto Arbitrage Platform appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Crypto.com Gets UAE SVF License for Government Payments
CoinPaprika - Crypto.com received a Stored Value Facilities license from the Central Bank of the UAE on 11 May 2026. The license lets UAE residents pay Dubai government fees using virtual assets through Crypto.com.
XRP price forecast as more whales bet on bounce
CoinJournal - XRP Ledger has reached a record 332,230 wallets holding 10,000 or more XRP. Growth after a sharp dip earlier in the year highlights long-term holder conviction. XRP price eyes a breakout above key resistance around $1.50. The XRP cryptocurrency continues to navigate choppy waters below $1.50, largely fluctuating alongside top altcoins. Meanwhile, the XRP Ledger […] The post XRP price forecast as more whales bet on bounce appeared first on CoinJournal.
Warren Slams Crypto Bill
U.Today - Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a scathing critique of the newly unveiled CLARITY Act, a Republican-led crypto market structure bill. Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a scathing critique of the newly unveiled CLARITY Act, a Republican-led crypto market structure bill.
Schwartz: Ripple Doesn't Control Consensus
U.Today - Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz has posted a much-needed clarification regarding a fundamental misconception of the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz has posted a much-needed clarification regarding a fundamental misconception of the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
Bitcoin Wallet Firm Exodus Expands Payments Push, Sells $87 Million in BTC
Decrypt - Publicly traded Bitcoin wallet firm Exodus (EXOD) is moving beyond that initial category to focus on the full crypto payments stack.
Binance CME Exits as Budgets Shrink
U.Today - Binance's Chief Marketing Officer, Rachel Conlan, is set to exit the world’s largest exchange on June 15. Binance's Chief Marketing Officer, Rachel Conlan, is set to exit the world’s largest exchange on June 15.
Bitcoin Miner MARA Sells $1.5 Billion in BTC, Reports $1.26 Billion Q1 Loss
Decrypt - MARA liquidated Bitcoin holdings to fund debt buybacks and acquire a power plant as it joins the industry shift to AI infrastructure.
Federal Reserve About to Have New Pro-Crypto Governor
U.Today - The Federal Reserve is on the brink of a historic leadership shift following the Senate's narrow 51-45 confirmation of Kevin Warsh to the Board of Governors. The Federal Reserve is on the brink of a historic leadership shift following the Senate's narrow 51-45 confirmation of Kevin Warsh to the Board of Governors.
What’s Really at Stake in the Market Structure Debate: The BRCA
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine What’s Really at Stake in the Market Structure Debate: The BRCA The Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act (BRCA) is the most important piece of the upcoming CLARITY Act. Without BRCA, Clarity leaves developers open to attack. This post What’s Really at Stake in the Market Structure Debate: The BRCA first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Kyle Olney.
Square Crosses 1 Million Bitcoin-Enabled Merchants as Real-World Adoption Continues to Grow
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Square Crosses 1 Million Bitcoin-Enabled Merchants as Real-World Adoption Continues to Grow Block, Inc.’s Square has auto-enabled roughly 1 million U.S. merchants to accept Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network, letting customers pay in BTC while merchants automatically receive USD settlements with near-instant conversion in the background. This post Square Crosses 1 Million Bitcoin-Enabled Merchants as Real-World Adoption Continues to Grow first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by ...
Anthropic and OpenAI Warn Buyers: Unauthorized AI Startup Shares May Be Worthless
Decrypt - Both companies declared SPV-based share schemes invalid this week—and Anthropic named names, including Forge Global.
Senate Confirms Bitcoin-Friendly Kevin Warsh to Fed Board, Clearing Path to Chairmanship
BitcoinMagazine - Bitcoin Magazine Senate Confirms Bitcoin-Friendly Kevin Warsh to Fed Board, Clearing Path to Chairmanship President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh, cleared a key Senate hurdle Tuesday, putting a bitcoin-friendly former Fed governor one vote away from becoming the most powerful central banker in the world. This post Senate Confirms Bitcoin-Friendly Kevin Warsh to Fed Board, Clearing Path to Chairmanship first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah ...
Mining Giant MARA Offloads Massive Amount of BTC
U.Today - MARA Holdings has executed a substantial strategic shift, offloading 3,386 BTC in Q1 2026 to capitalize on the surging demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. MARA Holdings has executed a substantial strategic shift, offloading 3,386 BTC in Q1 2026 to capitalize on the surging demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure.
New Era of 'Digital Capital': Why Saylor Calls CLARITY Act Win for Bitcoin
U.Today - The CLARITY Act could become Bitcoin's biggest U.S. regulatory breakthrough yet, with Michael Saylor pointing to a hidden shift toward regulated digital capital markets. The CLARITY Act could become Bitcoin's biggest U.S. regulatory breakthrough yet, with Michael Saylor pointing to a hidden shift toward regulated digital capital markets.
CME Group to Launch Compute Futures for AI Economy
cryptoDNES - CME Group partners with Silicon Data to launch compute futures, turning GPU capacity into a tradable asset like oil to hedge AI infrastructure costs. The post CME Group to Launch Compute Futures for AI Economy appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Why $6.9 XRP Is No Longer on the Radar: Trader Who Called 700% Rally Closes Thesis
U.Today - A trader who correctly called XRP's 700% rally now says the era of easy gains is over, warning that the "crime cycle" behind the explosive move has already fully played out. A trader who correctly called XRP's 700% rally now says the era of easy gains is over, warning that the "crime cycle" behind the explosive move has already fully played out.
XRP Ripple News: $200M Credit Facility Standard Chartered Deal
99Bitcoins - Ripple's $200M Credit Facility: What It Means for XRP The post XRP Ripple News: $200M Credit Facility Standard Chartered Deal appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Institutional Investors Pour $857,900,000 Into Bitcoin and Crypto Assets in One Week: CoinShares
DailyHODL - Institutional investors just bought an overall total of $857.9 million in Bitcoin and crypto assets in one week, according to a new update from CoinShares. The inflows mark the sixth consecutive positive week and the largest weekly total since April 24th. Bitcoin dominated the flows with $706.1 million in inflows, pushing year-to-date flows for Bitcoin […] The post Institutional Investors Pour $857,900,000 Into Bitcoin and Crypto Assets in One Week: CoinShares appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Morning Minute: Circle Stock Soars After Q1 Beat, $222M Arc Raise
Decrypt - Circle just beat earnings and raised fresh capital for its new Arc blockchain, while Michael Saylor explained how and why he'd sell Bitcoin.
BitMine's Tom Lee Buys More Crypto Than Michael Saylor
U.Today - Saylor has finally purchased Bitcoin again after a two-week break, but his purchase this time is far lesser than the amount of Ethereum Tom Lee purchased during the same period. Saylor has finally purchased Bitcoin again after a two-week break, but his purchase this time is far lesser than the amount of Ethereum Tom Lee purchased during the same period.
Senate Releases 309-Page Clarity Act Crypto Draft Bill
CoinPaprika - The US Senate Banking Committee released a 309-page draft of the Clarity Act on 11 May 2026. The bill splits crypto oversight between the SEC, CFTC, Treasury, and banking regulators.
'XRP by Far': How Ripple's David Schwartz Makes His Biggest Profit Despite Selling Too Early
U.Today - Ripple's veteran Schwartz breaks down his biggest crypto profit, his strict risk-mitigation strategy, and the math behind a $100 million missed opportunity. Ripple's veteran Schwartz breaks down his biggest crypto profit, his strict risk-mitigation strategy, and the math behind a $100 million missed opportunity.
Australia plans to cut 50% CGT discount for crypto assets
CoinPaprika - Australia's government plans to replace the 50% capital gains tax discount with an inflation-indexed model. Crypto assets are included, with changes expected from mid-2027 after a one-year grace period.
Ripple's Schwartz Joins XRP Ledger Foundation
U.Today - The XRP Ledger Foundation (XRPLF) has appointed Ripple Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz as an Honorary Board Member. The XRP Ledger Foundation (XRPLF) has appointed Ripple Chief Technology Officer David Schwartz as an Honorary Board Member.
Australia Ends 50% CGT Discount: Impact on Crypto Investors
cryptoDNES - Australia's new tax reform replaces the 50% CGT discount with inflation indexing, potentially increasing the tax burden on Bitcoin and Ethereum holders. The post Australia Ends 50% CGT Discount: Impact on Crypto Investors appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Australia: police seizes 52 Bitcoin from alleged darknet operator
Atlas21 - New South Wales police confiscated 52.3 Bitcoin worth $4.2 million during an operation against darknet marketplaces. The post Australia: police seizes 52 Bitcoin from alleged darknet operator appeared first on Atlas21.
Bitmine Controls 4.3% of Ethereum Supply in Saylor-Style Play
cryptoDNES - Bitmine Immersion Technologies now holds 5.2 million ETH, worth over $12 billion, as Chairman Tom Lee targets 5% of the total Ethereum supply. The post Bitmine Controls 4.3% of Ethereum Supply in Saylor-Style Play appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
$600 Billion Investment Management Firm Backs Ripple Prime
U.Today - The wall dividing traditional Wall Street plumbing and the digital asset ecosystem continues to erode. The wall dividing traditional Wall Street plumbing and the digital asset ecosystem continues to erode.
Binance Reveals 16 Million XRP Increase in User Balances by May 2026
U.Today - Binance's latest Proof of Reserves reveals a 16 million XRP surge alongside a massive $500 million stablecoin shift. Binance's latest Proof of Reserves reveals a 16 million XRP surge alongside a massive $500 million stablecoin shift.
Strategy Buys 535 BTC as Michael Saylor Holds 818,869 Bitcoin
cryptoDNES - Strategy acquires 535 additional BTC for $43 million. Michael Saylor's firm now holds 818,869 Bitcoin with a 9.4% YTD yield for 2026. The post Strategy Buys 535 BTC as Michael Saylor Holds 818,869 Bitcoin appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Circle Raises Capital for Arc Network at $3B Valuation
cryptoDNES - Circle secures funding for its Arc blockchain at a $3B valuation, as USDC transaction volume hits $2.2 trillion, outpacing Tether in on-chain activity. The post Circle Raises Capital for Arc Network at $3B Valuation appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin News Today: CME Group Targets June 1 for BTC Futures Launch
99Bitcoins - CME Group targets June 1, 2026 for Bitcoin Volatility Futures (BVI) launch. Bitcoin trades at $98,450, up 2.1%. Here's what the charts say and what's moving next. The post Bitcoin News Today: CME Group Targets June 1 for BTC Futures Launch appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Garrett Jin Wallet Moves 577,000 ETH Worth $1.35B to Binance
CoinPaprika - A wallet linked to Garrett Jin moved 577,000 ETH worth $1.35 billion to Binance over several days. US spot Ether ETFs posted $103.51 million in net outflows on 07 May 2026.
American Bitcoin Reports Loss Despite Operational Growth
cryptoDNES - American Bitcoin faces a $117M paper loss due to BTC price volatility while reducing mining costs by 23% and expanding capacity to 28.1 EH/s. The post American Bitcoin Reports Loss Despite Operational Growth appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin News Today: What the Fed’s Next Move Means for Your Portfolio
99Bitcoins - Bitcoin Price & the Fed: What Rate Policy Means for BTC The post Bitcoin News Today: What the Fed’s Next Move Means for Your Portfolio appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Strategy May Sell Bitcoin to Fund STRC Dividend, Says Saylor
CoinPaprika - Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor said the firm may sell Bitcoin to fund a dividend on its STRC preferred stock. CEO Phong Le confirmed Bitcoin sales are possible when they serve company interests.
Kalshi Valuation Hits $22 Billion as Prediction Markets Surge
cryptoDNES - Kalshi reaches a $22 billion valuation behind explosive growth, surging from $52 billion to $178 billion in annual trading volume within six months. The post Kalshi Valuation Hits $22 Billion as Prediction Markets Surge appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Kraken Parent Payward Files for OCC National Trust License
cryptoDNES - Payward, the operator of Kraken, has applied for an OCC National Trust license to expand institutional crypto custody services across the United States. The post Kraken Parent Payward Files for OCC National Trust License appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Ripple Valuation Hits $50 Billion Amid Rising Institutional Interest
cryptoDNES - Ripple's valuation reaches an implicit $50 billion as institutional XRP ETF inflows hit $1.3 billion, despite the company delaying any IPO plans. The post Ripple Valuation Hits $50 Billion Amid Rising Institutional Interest appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Stratum V2: Antpool, Foundry, F2Pool and others join the Working Group
Atlas21 - Seven of the leading Bitcoin mining players join the working group to accelerate adoption of the Stratum V2 protocol. The post Stratum V2: Antpool, Foundry, F2Pool and others join the Working Group appeared first on Atlas21.
Block Inc: guidance raised after solid Q1, $173 million Bitcoin loss
Atlas21 - Jack Dorsey's company records a $173 million unrealized loss on its Bitcoin treasury, but raises 2026 forecasts following positive quarterly results. The post Block Inc: guidance raised after solid Q1, $173 million Bitcoin loss appeared first on Atlas21.
IREN: Nvidia takes stake with 30 million share warrants
Atlas21 - The strategic partnership between IREN and Nvidia for AI infrastructure expansion sent the stock surging more than 25% in after-hours trading. The post IREN: Nvidia takes stake with 30 million share warrants appeared first on Atlas21.
Bithumb Signs MOU With SSID for Vietnam Crypto Exchange
CoinPaprika - Bithumb signed an MOU with SSID, a subsidiary of Vietnam's largest securities firm SSI, to establish a local crypto exchange. The agreement was signed in March 2026 and publicly announced on 07 May 2026.
AWS, Coinbase, and Stripe Launch AI Payment Infrastructure
cryptoDNES - AWS, Coinbase, and Stripe partner to enable autonomous AI agent payments using USDC, bypassing traditional credit card hurdles for a new machine economy. The post AWS, Coinbase, and Stripe Launch AI Payment Infrastructure appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Germany Proposes Ending Crypto Tax Haven Status by 2027
cryptoDNES - Germany plans to eliminate its crypto tax-free holding period by 2027, potentially imposing a 25% flat tax on all digital asset gains. The post Germany Proposes Ending Crypto Tax Haven Status by 2027 appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Kraken Acquires Reap for $600M in Major Asian Expansion
cryptoDNES - Kraken's parent company Payward acquires Hong Kong-based Reap for $600 million, valuing the crypto giant at $20 billion ahead of a potential IPO. The post Kraken Acquires Reap for $600M in Major Asian Expansion appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Germany: Klingbeil wants to eliminate digital asset tax exemption in 2027
Atlas21 - Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has included in the 2027 budget a plan to tax digital assets at 25% regardless of the holding period. The post Germany: Klingbeil wants to eliminate digital asset tax exemption in 2027 appeared first on Atlas21.
Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Eyes $85K, Understanding the ‘Triple Threat’ Behind the Price Target
99Bitcoins - Bitcoin Eyes $85K: The Triple Threat Signals Explained The post Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Eyes $85K, Understanding the ‘Triple Threat’ Behind the Price Target appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Morgan Stanley’s $269M Spot Bitcoin ETF Bet: Why Wall Street is Buying Even if Your Advisor Isn’t
99Bitcoins - Morgan Stanley's $269M Spot Bitcoin ETF Bet Explained The post Morgan Stanley’s $269M Spot Bitcoin ETF Bet: Why Wall Street is Buying Even if Your Advisor Isn’t appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
TRON Network Reaches 380 Million Accounts
Binance News - TRONSCAN data reveals that the total number of accounts on the TRON network has surpassed 380 million, reaching 380,102,569 accounts. According to Odaily, this figure represents the total number of activated account addresses on the TRON network. Currently, TRON's total transaction count exceeds 13.8 billion, with a total value locked (TVL) surpassing $28.5 billion. The total issuance of TRC20-USDT has exceeded 88.3 billion tokens, with an additional 2 billion tokens issued in the past week. In April, TRON's protocol revenue reached $225 million, highlighting the network's robust ecosystem and ongoing prosperity. ...
Binance Unveils Team Binance Football Jersey to Celebrate Global Community
Binance News - Binance Blog published a new article, introducing Binance's latest initiative: the launch of the Team Binance football jersey. This new merchandise aims to celebrate the platform's extensive global community, which now encompasses over 300 million users worldwide. The jersey, designed in Binance's signature black and yellow colors, symbolizes the unity, resilience, and shared journey of the Binance community over the past nine years. It serves as a statement of pride for users, whether they have been with Binance from the beginning or joined along the way. To mark this milestone, Binance is hosting a giveaway where ten lucky winners ...
AI TRENDS | AMD Stock Hits Record High Amid AI Infrastructure Demand
Binance News - AMD's stock surged to a record high on Wednesday, driven by strong prospects that have bolstered investor confidence in the ongoing demand for AI infrastructure. According to Jin10, this rise has contributed to an overall increase in global semiconductor stocks. Analysts and investors view AMD as a leading contender in challenging Nvidia's dominance in the AI chip sector, benefiting from its focus on CPU business. CPUs have gained prominence as companies shift towards agent-based AI systems capable of autonomous functions, expanding demand beyond GPUs used for training large models. "Nvidia held a monopoly in the AI chip market for two years, but now other ...
Switzerland's April Unadjusted Unemployment Rate at 3%
Binance News - Switzerland's unadjusted unemployment rate for April was reported at 3%, according to Jin10. This marks a slight decrease from the previous value of 3.10%.
DeSci Sector Experiences Growth and Challenges with AI Integration
Binance News - The decentralized science (DeSci) sector is witnessing significant growth, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). According to PANews, the integration of AI technologies is enhancing research capabilities and data analysis within the DeSci field. However, this rapid development also presents potential challenges, including ethical concerns and data privacy issues. Stakeholders in the DeSci community are urged to address these challenges to ensure sustainable progress.
Whale Purchases Sato, Gains $32,000
Binance News - A whale has been actively purchasing Sato for the past three hours. According to Odaily, the total amount bought is $325,000, with an average purchase value of $2.84 million. The whale has realized a profit of $32,000.
PRECIOUS METALS | Gold Prices Rise for Third Consecutive Day Amid U.S.-Iran Agreement Hopes
Binance News - Gold prices increased for the third consecutive day on Thursday, as hopes for a U.S.-Iran agreement eased concerns over prolonged inflation and high interest rates. According to Jin10, Tim Water, Chief Market Analyst at KCM Trade, noted that the gold price saw a slight rise today, supported by a weaker dollar and declining oil prices. Although the existing ceasefire agreement remains fragile, there is growing optimism in the market for a more enduring long-term agreement between the United States and Iran. However, the upward momentum is limited as traders remain cautious about the fragility of the current pause in tensions. Additionally, investors are awaiting the release of the U.S. monthly employment report on Friday to assess whether the U.S. economy remains resilient enough for ...
Asian Markets Surge with Nikkei and KOSPI Indices Reaching New Highs
Binance News - The Nikkei 225 Index closed on May 7, Thursday, with a significant rise of 3,320.72 points, marking a 5.58% increase to reach 62,833.84 points, setting a new record high. According to Odaily, the Korean KOSPI Index also saw an increase, closing up by 105.48 points, or 1.43%, at 7,490.04 points.
The Smarter Web Company CFO Subscribes to New Shares
Binance News - The Smarter Web Company, a technology firm listed in London, has announced that its Chief Financial Officer, Oliver Hewett, has subscribed to 1,283,975 ordinary shares under the terms of a subscription agreement. According to Foresight News, the total proceeds from this share placement amount to £502,034.23 before expenses, equating to approximately £0.391 per share.
U.S. Lawmaker Advocates for Crypto in Retirement Accounts at Consensus 2026
Binance News - U.S. Democratic Representative Steven Horsford, co-author of the PARITY Act, expressed support for including crypto assets in retirement accounts at the Consensus 2026 conference in Miami. According to Foresight News, Horsford views this as a significant step towards reducing wealth inequality. However, he emphasized that legislation would not be rushed, and related provisions might be advanced through separate legislation. Horsford also commented on the bipartisan crypto tax bill, the PARITY Act, which he is promoting alongside Republican Representative Max Miller. The bill aims to address fundamental tax issues related to crypto, focusing on the tax ...
Jupiter Litterbox Trust Increases JUP Holdings
Binance News - Jupiter Litterbox Trust has increased its holdings by acquiring 519,632 JUP tokens. According to Foresight News, this purchase is valued at approximately $102,000. This month, the trust has accumulated a total of 2,026,882 JUP tokens, valued at around $401,000. To date, the trust's total purchase amounts to 118,189,021 JUP tokens, with an estimated value of $23.4 million.
Germany's March Manufacturing Orders Surpass Expectations
Binance News - Germany's seasonally adjusted manufacturing orders for March increased by 5%, significantly exceeding the expected 1% and the previous value of 0.9%. According to Jin10, this data indicates a stronger-than-anticipated performance in the manufacturing sector for the month.
PRECIOUS METALS | Chinese Gold Jewelry Prices Rise Over 20 Yuan Per Gram
Binance News - On May 7, Jin10 reported that the price of gold jewelry in China has increased by more than 20 yuan per gram compared to the previous day. According to Jin10, most brands are quoting prices around 1,437 yuan per gram.
U.S. Gains Economic and Political Advantage in Iran Standoff
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly strengthened the country's economic position in its standoff with Iran, according to Odaily. Terry Weisman, a global foreign exchange and interest rate strategist at Macquarie Group, stated that the U.S. has achieved this by blocking the Hormuz Strait, increasing domestic oil production, and potentially threatening an oil export ban. These actions have provided the U.S. with a significant political advantage in negotiations with Iran. If the deadlock between the U.S. and Iran persists in the coming days, it may still be resolved by the second or early third quarter. This relative isolation has given the U.S. a substantial edge in recent behind-the-scenes talks with Iran.
Cloudflare Discusses AI Payment Needs and Launches Agent Trust Framework
Binance News - Cloudflare's Chief Strategy Officer Stephanie Cohen spoke at the Consensus 2026 conference in Miami, highlighting the scale of AI payment needs. According to Foresight News, Cohen revealed that the Cloudflare network generates approximately 1 billion HTTP 402 responses daily, indicating requests for payment from AI bots to access websites. This underscores the demand for native payment solutions for AI agents. Cloudflare has partnered with Visa and Experian to introduce the 'Agent Trust' framework. This system links AI agent behavior to verified real users through a binding mechanism, issuing trust tokens in real-time for merchants to verify the ...
Switzerland Offers to Host U.S.-Iran Negotiations
Binance News - Switzerland has expressed its readiness to facilitate negotiations to address the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. According to NS3.AI, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Melanie Gögelmann stated that Geneva has been considered as a possible location for subsequent discussions following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the two countries. Switzerland remains in communication with the involved parties and is committed to supporting diplomatic efforts to foster peace.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Antitrust Settlement Payouts Delayed
Binance News - The $2.67 billion antitrust settlement involving Blue Cross Blue Shield has reached the payout stage, yet no payments had been distributed as of May 2026. According to NS3.AI, after deducting fees and administrative expenses, approximately $1.9 billion is available for distribution among roughly 6 million claims. Payments calculated to be $5 or less will not be issued.
Binance P2P Introduces Merchant Vouchers to Enhance Seller Engagement
Binance News - Binance Blog published a new article, introducing Binance's latest feature, Merchant Vouchers, designed to enhance seller engagement and promote ads in the P2P marketplace. This innovative tool allows verified P2P merchants to create and manage customized rebate campaigns, integrating vouchers directly into both new and existing ads. The introduction of Merchant Vouchers aims to provide sellers with a straightforward method to increase P2P traffic by incentivizing orders, making it easier for sellers to attract first-time buyers and retain existing customers. Binance P2P Merchant Vouchers are a customizable rebate tool available ...
Goldman Sachs Executive Departure in Singapore
Binance News - Goldman Sachs is experiencing a significant leadership change as its co-head in Singapore and a key engineering executive are reportedly leaving the firm. Bloomberg posted on X, citing sources familiar with the matter, that the departures mark a notable shift within the company's regional operations. The reasons behind the executives' decisions to leave have not been disclosed, and Goldman Sachs has yet to make an official statement regarding the changes. This development comes amid broader industry movements and could impact the firm's strategic direction in Asia.
EU and US Trade Deal Talks Stall Amid Tariff Threats from Trump
Binance News - The European Union and the United States were unable to finalize a long-delayed trade deal during recent overnight discussions. Bloomberg posted on X that despite ongoing negotiations, the talks did not result in an agreement. U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that he may soon impose new tariffs, adding pressure to the discussions. The failure to reach a consensus highlights ongoing trade tensions between the two economic powers. The potential tariffs could impact various sectors, further complicating the trade relationship. The EU and the US have been in negotiations for some time, aiming to resolve trade disputes and enhance economic cooperation. However, the lack of progress in the latest talks suggests that significant challenges remain. Both parties are expected to ...
AI Platform AlphaAI to Launch Asia-Pacific Operations Center in Hong Kong
Binance News - Silicon Valley AI fintech platform AlphaAI has announced the official opening of its Asia-Pacific operations center in Hong Kong on May 20. According to Odaily, the initiative aims to accelerate the implementation of its 'AI-native' quantitative infrastructure. AlphaAI's core team comprises former OpenAI technology members and Wall Street industry professionals. The platform focuses on reconstructing intelligent trading execution engines using cross-modal large language models (LLM) and deep reinforcement learning technologies. ...
Potential US-Iran Deal Could Boost Leisure Travel and Luxury Sectors
Binance News - Bloomberg posted on X that a potential durable agreement between the United States and Iran could positively impact the leisure travel and luxury sectors, which have faced challenges recently. The prospect of improved relations may lead to increased opportunities for these industries, offering a chance for recovery and growth. Analysts suggest that such a deal could alleviate some of the pressures these sectors have experienced, potentially leading to a resurgence in consumer interest and spending. The implications of a US-Iran deal extend beyond political realms, highlighting the interconnectedness of international relations and global economic trends.
STOCKS | South Korea's Stock Market Surpasses Canada as Seventh Largest Globally
Binance News - South Korea's stock market has surpassed Canada's, becoming the seventh largest in the world. According to NS3.AI, the market capitalization of listed companies in South Korea reached $4.59 trillion. This marks a significant increase of 71% this year. In contrast, Canada's market value grew by approximately 7%, reaching $4.5 trillion.
Binance to Enhance Affiliate Program with New Welcome Bonus
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to implement a significant upgrade to its Affiliate Program with the introduction of the Affiliate-Boosted Welcome Bonus. This enhancement, effective from 2026-05-07 04:00 (UTC), aims to provide Affiliates with a revamped task structure and increased rewards, thereby offering more attractive incentives to their invitees. Affiliates currently enrolled in the previous Affiliate Welcome Bonus will be automatically transitioned to the new program without the need for additional applications. **Key Program Upgrades** ...
STOCKS | Hong Kong Optical Communication Stocks Surge Before Midday
Binance News - Hong Kong's optical communication stocks experienced significant gains before midday trading. According to Jin10, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable (06869.HK) saw an increase of over 8.5%, while Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347.HK) rose more than 7%. Cambridge Technology (06166.HK) climbed nearly 7%, and Huiju Technology (01729.HK) advanced over 6%.
B.AI Reaches 1.7 Million Users
Binance News - B.AI, an AI infrastructure platform, announced on May 7 that its user base has surpassed 1.7 million. According to ChainCatcher, B.AI focuses on building core infrastructure for privacy protection, smart routing, and agent economy. The platform aims to accelerate the development of its autonomous intelligent execution layer through various initiatives.
Nikkei 225 Surpasses 62,000 Amid Broad Rally
Binance News - Japan's Nikkei 225 index surged past 62,000 for the first time on Thursday, driven by a 5% rally across major tech, materials, and electronics sectors. Electronics maker Ibiden led the gains with a 22.43% increase, while SoftBank Group and Mitsui Kinzoku rose 16.45% and 17.05%, respectively. Renesas Electronics and Tosoh Corporation also posted significant gains, according to BeInCrypto. The rally follows Tokyo's Golden Week holidays, allowing investors to react to strong US tech earnings. Wall Street's Nasdaq and S&P 500 also hit record highs, contributing to the positive sentiment.
Arthur Hayes Highlights Fiat Liquidity as Key Bitcoin Price Driver
Binance News - Arthur Hayes, speaking at the Consensus 2026 conference, emphasized that fiat liquidity is the primary factor influencing Bitcoin's price, rather than regulatory support. According to NS3.AI, Hayes pointed out that Bitcoin has declined by approximately 25% over the past 18 months, despite favorable regulatory developments. He also stressed the importance of technological reliability, arguing that Bitcoin would lose its original significance if it became a standard asset on bank balance sheets.
Bitcoin Social Media Sentiment Peaks with Price Rebound
Binance News - Bitcoin's social media sentiment has reached its highest level in four months. According to NS3.AI, Santiment reports that there are currently 1.37 bullish comments for every bearish comment. This shift in sentiment follows Bitcoin's recent price rebound, indicating improved market outlook.
AI TRENDS | Moody's Analysis: Rising Costs May Stall AI Boom, Impacting Asia-Pacific Exports
Binance News - Moody's Analytics reported on May 7 that the surge in artificial intelligence could face a slowdown due to rising costs, potentially affecting export growth in the Asia-Pacific region. According to Jin10, the rapid development of AI has been a significant factor in offsetting the negative impact of U.S. tariff increases on Asia-Pacific exports. However, high stock valuations, price hikes, and localized hardware shortages suggest that the AI boom is increasingly likely to pause. Additionally, conflicts in the Middle East have heightened geopolitical and trade risks for Asia-Pacific economies. Moody's Analytics further noted that the combination of rising inflation, trade and supply chain disruptions, and overvalued assets poses risks of policy missteps in the ...
STOCKS | Hong Kong Chip Stocks Surge with Biren Technology Leading Gains
Binance News - Hong Kong's chip stocks experienced significant gains during trading hours. Biren Technology (06082.HK) saw an increase of over 10.5%, while Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347.HK) rose by more than 6%. According to Jin10, TianShu Zhixin (09903.HK) climbed over 5.5%, and several other stocks, including Hantian Tiancheng (02726.HK), Montage Technology (06809.HK), InnoScience (02577.HK), and Sky Semiconductor (02658.HK), each increased by more than 3.5%.
STOCKS | Hang Seng Tech Index Rises Over 3% Amid Broad Gains in Hong Kong Stocks
Binance News - The Hang Seng Tech Index saw an intraday increase of over 3%, while the Hang Seng Index rose by 1.54%. According to Jin10, Kuaishou (01024.HK) experienced a surge of over 7%, and Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347.HK) climbed more than 6%. Additionally, Tencent Music (01698.HK), Kingsoft (03888.HK), and Baidu (09888.HK) all recorded gains exceeding 5%.
AI TRENDS | AMD CEO Predicts CPU Market to Double by 2030 Due to AI Demand
Binance News - AMD CEO Lisa Su has projected a significant increase in the CPU market size, doubling the forecast to over $120 billion by 2030. According to Jin10, Su attributed this adjustment to the surge in demand for central processing units driven by advancements in AI agent technology. "Agents play a crucial role in the progression of AI applications, and we are excited to be at the core of this process," Su stated. She emphasized the shift in workload dynamics, noting that communication with major clients over the past 90 days has clarified demand trends. As AI applications become more centralized, the need for computing power has evolved, leading to a resurgence in CPU demand. Despite trailing behind Nvidia in the GPU market, AMD remains a leading CPU manufacturer, essential for ...
AI TRENDS | White House Signals Neutral Stance on AI Development
Binance News - White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced that the U.S. government will maintain a neutral stance in the development of artificial intelligence, avoiding favoritism in selecting winners and losers within the industry. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting this as a significant indication from a key aide to U.S. President Donald Trump. The statement comes as the administration is gearing up to introduce new policy directives concerning AI. This approach underscores the government's commitment to fostering a balanced and competitive environment for AI innovation, ensuring that no particular entity or technology is given undue advantage. The forthcoming policies are expected to shape the landscape of AI development in the United States, promoting fair competition and ...
HSBC and Standard Chartered Investor Conferences Expected to Boost Positive Sentiment
Binance News - Bank of America released a report on May 7, stating that HSBC Holdings and Standard Chartered Group will hold investor conferences in Hong Kong from May 19 to 21. According to Jin10, the event is expected to serve as a positive catalyst for both banks, as management will highlight strong operational trends in Asia, particularly in wealth management and capital markets. The report emphasizes HSBC's competitive edge in the Asian market, citing its quality deposit business and effective management strategies that enhance its competitive advantage. Bank of America maintains a 'buy' rating for HSBC with a target price of HKD 158.25. Meanwhile, the bank assigns a 'neutral' rating to Standard Chartered's UK shares.
Bitcoin Whales Sell Over 2,500 BTC for Profit
Binance News - According to Foresight News, Lookonchain monitoring has revealed that two major Bitcoin holders sold 2,521 BTC approximately seven hours ago, generating significant profits. One address, starting with bc1qlu, purchased 1,470 BTC three weeks ago at a price of $74,448 per coin and sold them seven hours ago, earning a profit of $10.23 million. Another address, starting with bc1qyh, bought 1,051 BTC five days ago at $78,325 per coin and sold them seven hours ago, making a profit of $3.24 million.
Trump Highlights Duration of Iran Operation Compared to Other U.S. Wars
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump recently shared a social media post featuring a chart that highlights the duration of the 'Iran operation,' which is marked as lasting six weeks. According to NS3.AI, Trump urged readers to 'study this chart carefully,' as it compares the Iran operation's timeline with other U.S. military engagements. The chart lists the Afghanistan war at 543 weeks and the Iraq war at 457 weeks, providing a stark contrast in the length of these conflicts.
Anthropic Reports Unexpected Surge in Revenue and AI Usage
Binance News - Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei announced at the Code With Claude developer conference in San Francisco on Wednesday that the company experienced an 80-fold increase in revenue and AI usage in the first quarter, surpassing expectations. According to ChainCatcher, the company had initially planned for a tenfold annual growth, but the actual growth rate exceeded projections, leading to a strain on computing resources. Anthropic's annualized revenue grew from nearly $1 billion at the end of 2024 to $9 billion by the end of the year, and by early April this year, it had surged to $30 billion. The strong demand for Claude Code and work agents nearly ...
South Korea's Crypto Industry Challenges Proposed Travel Rule Extension
Binance News - South Korea's cryptocurrency sector has urged regulators to reconsider a proposed extension of the Travel Rule to transactions below one million won, approximately $740. According to NS3.AI, twenty-seven domestic Virtual Asset Service Providers expressed their concerns through the Digital Asset eXchange Alliance on April 29. The proposed amendments would mandate both sending and receiving operators to verify customer information for all deposit or withdrawal requests, rejecting transactions if the required information is absent.
STOCKS | Hong Kong Solar Stocks Continue Strong Performance
Binance News - Hong Kong's solar energy stocks extended their strong performance from yesterday, with Junda Co., Ltd. (02865.HK) rising over 11% and Flat Glass Group Co., Ltd. (06865.HK) increasing by more than 9%. According to Jin10, GCL New Energy Holdings Ltd. (00451.HK) and GCL Technology Holdings Ltd. (03800.HK) both saw gains exceeding 6%, while Lens Technology Co., Ltd. (06613.HK) rose over 5%. Other companies such as Xinte Energy Co., Ltd. (01799.HK) and Xinyi Solar Holdings Ltd. (00968.HK) also followed the upward trend.
Hong Kong Jewelry Retailers See Midday Surge
Binance News - Hong Kong-listed jewelry retailers experienced a significant midday surge. According to Jin10, Chow Tai Fook (01929.HK) rose over 5%, while Luk Fook Holdings (00590.HK) and Chow Sang Sang (00116.HK) also saw gains. Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group (06168.HK) led the rally with an increase of over 19%, and Tse Sui Luen Jewellery (00471.HK) climbed more than 9%. Other companies such as Luk Fook Holdings (00590.HK) and Mengjin Garden (02585.HK) followed suit with notable increases.
Whale Closes ZEC Short Position with Significant Losses
Binance News - A major cryptocurrency whale has closed its short position on ZEC, incurring a loss of $6.54 million. According to Foresight News, the total losses for the whale amount to approximately $9.6 million.
VanEck's Matthew Sigel Predicts Bitcoin Could Hit $1 Million in Five Years
Binance News - According to The Block, VanEck Head of Digital Assets Research Matthew Sigel told CNBC that Bitcoin could reach $1 million within five years, rising from its current level of approximately $81,221. Sigel cited demographic trends and young investors' growing allocation intent, comparing Bitcoin's adoption curve to video games — once a niche youth activity, now spanning all age groups. The call echoes recent $1M predictions from Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan and Eric Trump. Sigel noted that the first central bank Bitcoin reserve purchase marks a structural mega-trend, albeit with expected volatility.
Indian Markets Resilient Amid Oil Shock Due to Earnings Beats
Binance News - Indian markets are demonstrating resilience in the face of an oil shock, supported by strong earnings reports. Bloomberg posted on X that despite the challenges posed by rising oil prices, several Indian companies have reported better-than-expected earnings, providing a buffer against market volatility. Analysts suggest that these earnings beats are crucial in maintaining investor confidence and stabilizing the market. The positive financial results have helped offset concerns about the impact of higher oil prices on the economy. Market experts continue to monitor the situation closely, as the interplay between corporate earnings and oil prices remains a key factor in determining the market's trajectory.
Indonesia Sets 2027 GDP Growth Target
Binance News - Indonesia's Planning Minister announced that the government has set a GDP growth target for 2027, aiming for a range between 5.9% and 7.5%. According to Jin10, this target reflects the country's economic ambitions for the coming years.
John Bollinger's BTC Trend Model Turns Positive
Binance News - John Bollinger announced that his Bitcoin trend model shifted to a positive stance yesterday. According to NS3.AI, Bollinger's Tactica strategy portfolio is now entirely allocated to Bitcoin, with no cash holdings remaining.
White House Targets July 4 for Clarity Act Passage
Binance News - According to CoinDesk, Patrick Witt, executive director of the President's Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, said the White House is targeting July 4 for Congressional passage of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, calling it "a tremendous birthday present for America." The mechanics: Senate Banking Committee markup in May, four working weeks of Senate floor time in June, then a House vote before Independence Day. Witt said the stablecoin-yield compromise — banning bank-deposit-equivalent yield while permitting spending rewards — is "closed," and negotiations on the conflict-of-interest provision are nearing resolution, provided no individual official is singled out.
OpenAI and Anthropic Emerge as Major Cloud Infrastructure Buyers
Binance News - PANews posted on X (formerly Twitter). OpenAI and Anthropic are becoming significant buyers in the global cloud infrastructure market. Among the future commitments and backlog orders of major cloud providers such as Microsoft, Oracle, Google, and Amazon, OpenAI and Anthropic have secured nearly half of the backlog orders. The competition in AI has intensified, shifting from algorithm development to resource acquisition. Those who can access more foundational resources are likely to have a better chance of succeeding in the large-scale AI race.
PRECIOUS METALS | Spot Silver Increases by 1.00% to $78.12 per Ounce
Binance News - Spot silver has seen its daily gains expand to 1.00%, currently trading at $78.12 per ounce. According to Jin10, this marks a notable increase in the precious metals market.
Nasdaq President Says SEC's Pro-Crypto Shift Is Letting Markets Build Again
Binance News - According to CoinDesk, Nasdaq President Tal Cohen said at Consensus Miami on Wednesday that a more proactive SEC is giving market operators new freedom to experiment with blockchain infrastructure and tokenized assets. "The gray zone four years ago was a no-fly zone," Cohen said. "The gray zone now is we can build." Cohen said Nasdaq — which provides trading technology to more than 130 markets globally — is investing in tokenization, artificial intelligence, and "always on" market infrastructure as it works to converge traditional financial rails with digital asset systems. He identified interoperability between legacy and digital platforms as the industry's largest remaining hurdle, and said Nasdaq is testing AI-driven simulations of its matching engine to model stress ...
Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal's Odds Rise in Champions League Predictions
Binance News - Paris Saint-Germain's chances of winning the UEFA Champions League have increased to 57%, marking a 29% rise in the past 24 hours, according to Odaily. Arsenal's probability stands at 43%, with a 1% increase over the same period. The total trading volume for the 'UEFA Champions League Winner' event contract has surpassed $252 million. Earlier today, Paris Saint-Germain drew 1-1 with Bayern Munich in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final, advancing to the final with an aggregate score of 6-5. They will face Arsenal in the final, scheduled for May 30 in Budapest, Hungary.
Pfizer Reviews AI-Designed Molecule Amid Strategic AI Push
Binance News - Pfizer is reviewing a new molecule designed using artificial intelligence, according to CEO Albert Bourla. This move aligns with Pfizer's strategy to integrate AI into its operations, having invested up to $350 million in AI-designed molecules since 2020. The company also announced a collaboration with Boltz biomolecular foundation model team to refine models using Pfizer's data. Meanwhile, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei claims US AI labs lead Chinese counterparts by 6-12 months, highlighting AI's role in healthcare advancements, according to BeInCrypto.
AI Hedge Fund Manager Bets on Energy Infrastructure
Binance News - A 24-year-old hedge fund manager overseeing a $5.5 billion AI-driven fund has shifted investments, selling off holdings in Nvidia and increasing stakes in Bloom Energy and Bitcoin mining companies. According to PANews, the manager is focusing on energy infrastructure as a key investment strategy. The fund's approach highlights a belief in the potential growth and importance of energy-related sectors.
AI TRENDS | Anthropic and SpaceX Sign Computing Power Agreement
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested the possibility of reaching an agreement with Tehran before his visit to China. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting a new development where Anthropic has entered into a computing power agreement with SpaceX. Meanwhile, Samsung Electronics plans to halt sales of all home appliances in mainland China. These updates are part of a daily Chinese-language briefing and audio broadcast focusing on market movements in China and globally, with a special weekend edition.
Germany Considers New Tax Rules for Bitcoin and Crypto Assets
Binance News - Germany's Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil announced plans to revise the taxation approach for Bitcoin and other crypto assets, potentially eliminating the current policy that allows tax exemption for holdings over one year. According to Bitcoin News, the proposed changes aim to align the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies more closely with that of stock assets.The proposed adjustments have sparked criticism from some legal scholars, who argue that imposing stricter tax regulations solely on Bitcoin could conflict with the equal protection principles enshrined in Germany's constitution. Previously, Austria had already abolished a similar tax exemption for long-term crypto holdings.
Grant Cardone Expands Bitcoin Holdings Amid Real Estate Acquisition
Binance News - Real estate investor Grant Cardone announced at the Consensus conference that his company has increased its Bitcoin holdings by $100 million alongside a $235 million real estate acquisition. According to ChainCatcher, Cardone stated that this latest allocation builds on a previous Bitcoin purchase made in early 2025, when Cardone Capital added 1,000 Bitcoins to its balance sheet, valued at slightly over $100 million at the time. This brings the company's total Bitcoin exposure to approximately $200 million. Cardone believes that the strategy of combining income-generating real estate with Bitcoin will outperform traditional Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). ...
Iran to Respond to U.S. Proposal on Ending War
Binance News - Iran is expected to submit a response to mediators regarding the U.S. proposal to end the ongoing conflict on Thursday, according to Odaily. A source revealed that Iran has been reviewing the proposal, and both parties are working towards reaching an agreement to conclude the war.
BOJ Meeting Minutes: No Signs of Rate Hike Impact on Economic Stimulus, Member Says
Binance News - The Bank of Japan (BOJ) released its meeting minutes, revealing that one member expressed there are no indications that the previous interest rate hike has diminished the economic stimulus effect. According to Jin10, the member emphasized that the central bank's monetary policy continues to support economic growth without adverse effects from the rate adjustment.
BOJ Member Calls for Detailed Assessment of Financial Conditions Post Rate Hike
Binance News - A member of the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has suggested that the central bank should conduct a thorough evaluation of financial conditions following previous interest rate hikes, starting from the next policy meeting. According to Jin10, the member emphasized the importance of assessing whether financial conditions remain accommodative after the rate increases. This call for a detailed assessment reflects ongoing concerns about the impact of monetary policy adjustments on Japan's financial environment.
Samourai Wallet Co-Founder Seeks Bitcoin Donations for Legal Fees
Binance News - Keonne Rodriguez, co-founder of Samourai Wallet, has issued a public appeal from FPC Morgantown federal prison, requesting Bitcoin donations to help cover over $2 million in legal fees, according to BeInCrypto. Rodriguez, serving a 60-month sentence for operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, faces additional financial pressure from a $250,000 court fine. Despite initial hopes for a presidential pardon, Rodriguez now considers the chances "very low." Donations can be sent to the Bitcoin address bc1qtjjcvn98wh7dfd55m8kxhjcfexanttwt8gtan8, with private options available via his wife's social media.
63% of Fund Managers Allocate Crypto for Diversification
Binance News - Fund managers overseeing $1.3 trillion in assets now cite diversification and client demand as the primary reasons for their crypto allocations, accounting for 63%, according to BeInCrypto. This marks a significant shift from two years ago when speculation was the leading driver at 15%. The May 2026 CoinShares quarterly survey, which included 26 institutional responses, highlights a move towards fundamentals over narrative momentum. Bitcoin remains the top growth prospect, but interest in Ethereum and Solana is rising. Corporate restrictions have overtaken regulation as the main barrier to deeper crypto allocation.
AI TRENDS | Uber Integrates OpenAI for AI Assistant and Voice Features
Binance News - Uber has announced its collaboration with OpenAI to enhance its services with AI assistant and voice functionalities. According to Jin10, the integration aims to improve user experience by leveraging advanced AI technologies. This partnership marks a significant step in Uber's efforts to incorporate cutting-edge AI solutions into its platform.
Oil Stocks Trade at $40 Premium Amid US-Iran Tensions
Binance News - Oil stocks are currently trading at a $40 premium due to geopolitical risks stemming from the US-Iran conflict, according to BeInCrypto. ExxonMobil, Diamondback Energy, and Occidental Petroleum have reported Q1 2026 results, each handling the geopolitical premium differently. ExxonMobil's diversified approach saw its stock correct from $176.48 to $141.96, while Diamondback Energy's high-beta setup shows potential upside if oil prices remain elevated. Occidental Petroleum is most exposed to a premium fade, with JP Morgan forecasting Brent crude to average $60/bbl in 2026.
PRECIOUS METALS | SPDR Gold Trust Holdings Decrease
Binance News - The world's largest gold ETF, SPDR Gold Trust, reported a reduction in its holdings by 0.857 tons, bringing the current total to 1,033.197 tons. According to Jin10, this adjustment reflects recent market activities.
Expert Warns: Bitcoin Needs Post-Quantum Signatures to Protect $2.3 Trillion
Binance News - Alex Pruden has emphasized the urgency for Bitcoin to adopt post-quantum signatures, warning that approximately $2.3 trillion in value could be jeopardized if the transition is delayed. According to NS3.AI, Pruden highlighted that this migration would be more challenging than the Taproot upgrade, as it necessitates involvement from holders, wallets, exchanges, and institutions.
Iran Conflict Drives Fertilizer Sales Surge for CF and Nutrien
Binance News - Fertilizer manufacturers CF Industries and Nutrien have reported significant increases in sales, with both companies experiencing nearly 20% growth in the latest quarter. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the impact of the ongoing conflict in Iran on global supply chains for essential crop nutrients. The disruption has led to heightened demand and increased sales for these key industry players, reflecting the broader economic implications of geopolitical tensions.
U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Announcement Expected Soon
Binance News - Patrick Witt has indicated that an announcement regarding a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is anticipated in the coming weeks. According to NS3.AI, Witt mentioned that the White House has been engaged in auditing and centralizing Bitcoin and other digital assets held by federal agencies over the past months. However, he did not reveal the current holdings of the government. Witt also noted that assets seized in ongoing cases will not be transferred to the reserve until forfeiture is completed, and emphasized that congressional action will be necessary to formalize the reserve.
AI TRENDS | Synthegy's Molecule Synthesis Ranking Matches Chemist Choices in Majority of Tests
Binance News - EPFL researchers have developed Synthegy, an AI tool that utilizes large language models to evaluate and rank molecule synthesis routes. According to NS3.AI, the tool demonstrated a 71.2% match rate with chemist selections during testing. The validation process involved 36 independent chemists who assessed 368 route-pair evaluations, highlighting the potential of AI in enhancing chemical synthesis processes.
American Bitcoin Corp. Reports Second Consecutive Quarterly Loss
Binance News - According to Bloomberg, American Bitcoin Corp., the Trump family-backed Bitcoin miner spun off from Hut 8 Corp. earlier this year, reported a net loss of $82 million for the first quarter, widening from a $59 million loss in Q4 2025, as revenue fell roughly 20% to $62 million on lower average revenue per Bitcoin mined. The Miami-based company accumulated approximately 1,600 Bitcoin during the quarter — a 30% increase in holdings — with Eric Trump, chief strategy officer and co-founder, saying on a conference call that "growing our holdings is what matters." American Bitcoin's common shares, which debuted on Nasdaq in September, have fallen nearly 90% from their peak to around $1.25.
White House Targets July 4 for Digital Asset Market Clarity Act Passage
Binance News - Patrick Witt announced that the White House aims for Congress to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act by July 4. According to NS3.AI, Witt outlined a plan involving a Senate Banking Committee markup this month, followed by Senate floor approval in June, and a House vote before the Independence Day deadline. He also mentioned that lawmakers have reached a compromise on stablecoin-yield provisions and are nearing agreement on conflict-of-interest language.
Apple's R&D Spending Surges Amid AI Development Push
Binance News - Apple Inc. (AAPL.O) reported that its research and development (R&D) spending accounted for 10.3% of its revenue in the March quarter, according to CNBC. This marks an increase from 7.6% in the previous quarter and 9% in the same period last year. Despite a 17% rise in sales, the growth rate of R&D spending was nearly double, increasing by approximately 34% compared to the previous year. Gene Munster, managing partner at Deepwater Asset Management, noted that this move positions Apple closer to the ranks of major tech companies. He highlighted that Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon saw an average year-on-year increase of 29% in R&D spending this quarter. Munster stated, "In AI research and development, Apple is catching up with other major tech firms. This indicates a ...
Trump Administration Faces Internal Conflict Over Beijing Strategy
Binance News - The Trump administration's approach to blacklisting Chinese tech firms has revealed internal conflicts regarding its strategy towards Beijing. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting how the mishandling of these blacklists showcases a lack of cohesion within the administration. The blacklisting, intended to curb China's technological advancements, has instead exposed disagreements among U.S. officials on how to effectively address the challenges posed by China's growing influence in the tech sector. This internal discord raises questions about the administration's ability to implement a unified and effective policy against Beijing's strategic maneuvers.
Elon Musk Announces xAI to Rebrand as SpaceXAI
Binance News - Elon Musk has announced that xAI will no longer operate as an independent company. According to Odaily, the company will be rebranded as SpaceXAI.
AI TRENDS | Scale AI Secures $500 Million U.S. Defense Department Contract
Binance News - Scale AI, a company backed by Meta, has been awarded a $500 million contract by the U.S. Department of Defense. According to Jin10, this significant deal highlights the growing importance of artificial intelligence in national security and defense strategies. The contract is expected to enhance the capabilities of the U.S. military by integrating advanced AI technologies into its operations. Scale AI's collaboration with Meta underscores the increasing involvement of tech giants in government projects, particularly in areas related to AI development and deployment.
Arm Reports Q4 Revenue Increase to $1.49 Billion
Binance News - Arm has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of the 2026 fiscal year, reporting a revenue of $1.49 billion. According to Jin10, this marks an increase from the $1.241 billion recorded in the same period last year. The market had anticipated revenue of $1.471 billion for this quarter.
Fed's Goolsbee: Labor Market Stable but Not Ideal
Binance News - Federal Reserve official Austan Goolsbee has stated that while the labor market is stable, it is not ideal. According to Jin10, Goolsbee noted that the current growth in non-farm employment is not a good indicator of the economy's idle capacity.
Hut 8's Stock Surges Despite Significant First Quarter Losses
Binance News - Investors seemed unfazed by Hut 8's reported first quarter 2026 net loss exceeding $253 million, as shares of the Bitcoin mining company rose by over 33%. According to Cointelegraph, Hut 8 attributed the loss to a decrease in the market value of its Bitcoin (BTC) holdings, which dropped from a peak of over $126,000 each in October to a low of $60,000 in February. The company's revenue for the quarter amounted to more than $71 million, marking a decline of approximately 22% from the previous period's $88.4 million, as stated in Hut 8’s earnings reports. Analysts had predicted $78.5 million, according to FactSet. ...
SpaceX Grants Anthropic Access to Memphis Supercluster Ahead of Market Debut
Binance News - SpaceX has provided Anthropic with complete access to its Memphis-based Colossus 1 supercluster, offering the AI lab over 300 megawatts of capacity and more than 220,000 NVIDIA GPUs. According to NS3.AI, this agreement comes approximately five weeks before SpaceX's anticipated $1.75 trillion public market debut.
Eric Trump Highlights Shift in Traditional Finance's Bitcoin Stance
Binance News - Eric Trump, co-founder of American Bitcoin and son of U.S. President Donald Trump, spoke at the Consensus conference about the changing attitudes of traditional financial institutions towards Bitcoin. According to Odaily, he cited JPMorgan Chase as an example, noting that the institution was disparaging Bitcoin 18 months ago but now allows clients to use Bitcoin holdings as collateral for home loans. Eric Trump also mentioned that other traditional financial institutions like Merrill Lynch and Charles Schwab are beginning to embrace Bitcoin. He stated that these institutions have realized they cannot continue to resist industry trends and are now supporting the Bitcoin ecosystem. He further revealed that ...
Trump Administration Expands State Control Over Federal Lands
Binance News - The Trump administration is facilitating increased control of federal public lands by state and local governments, Bloomberg posted on X. This move aims to allow greater use of these lands by various industries. The policy shift reflects a broader strategy to decentralize federal oversight and promote local governance. Critics argue that this could lead to environmental degradation and reduced public access, while supporters believe it will boost economic development and resource utilization. The administration's approach marks a significant change in federal land management policies, emphasizing local decision-making and industry collaboration.
Richard Dawkins Considers AI Consciousness Possibility After Conversations with Claude
Binance News - Richard Dawkins has expressed that his interactions with Anthropic's Claude have led him to reconsider the potential for advanced AI systems to possess consciousness. According to NS3.AI, while Dawkins is open to the idea, most researchers referenced in the discussion argue that the AI's ability to generate convincing language does not necessarily indicate sentience.
Chicago Fed President Warns Against Instinctive Rate Cuts Amid Productivity Growth
Binance News - Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee has cautioned against instinctively lowering interest rates due to accelerated productivity growth, as this phenomenon can sometimes drive inflation. According to Jin10, Goolsbee made these remarks in a prepared speech released ahead of a panel discussion at the Milken Institute Global Conference on Wednesday. He stated that the Federal Reserve's response to increased productivity growth largely depends on whether the growth occurs unexpectedly or is anticipated in the future. In the first scenario, inflation might be contained, allowing for rate cuts. However, in the latter scenario, additional investment and spending driven by productivity growth could increase inflation, necessitating rate hikes. He also emphasized ...
Fed's Goolsbee Warns of Potential Economic Overheating
Binance News - U.S. Federal Reserve official Austan Goolsbee has expressed concerns about the potential for economic overheating if individuals choose to withdraw expected future earnings for current consumption. According to Jin10, Goolsbee highlighted the risks associated with such financial behavior, suggesting it could lead to an unsustainable economic environment. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to spending and saving to ensure long-term economic stability.
Digital Asset Market Clarity Act Faces Senate Hurdle Over Ethics Provision
Binance News - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has stated that the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act will not progress in the Senate unless it includes an ethics provision prohibiting senior government officials from having personal interests in the crypto industry. According to NS3.AI, Gillibrand emphasized the need for negotiators to address this issue within the next week, ahead of a Senate Banking Committee hearing anticipated as early as next week.
Boltz Introduces USDC Swaps for Bitcoin Conversion
Binance News - Boltz has launched a new service allowing users to convert Bitcoin into Circle-issued USDC through a non-custodial platform. According to NS3.AI, this product is now available across major Bitcoin layers, including the Lightning Network. Boltz emphasized that the swaps do not require accounts or KYC, utilizing Circle's Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol to provide native USDC on supported networks.
Circle's USYC Fund Surpasses $3 Billion in Assets
Binance News - Circle has announced that its USYC asset management has exceeded $3 billion, making it the largest tokenized money market fund globally. According to ChainCatcher, this milestone highlights the ongoing growth of tokenized money market funds and the increasing role of on-chain collateral in the digital asset market. USYC is a product by Circle that tokenizes traditional money market funds using blockchain technology, allowing institutional investors to hold, trade, and manage yield-bearing assets on-chain. The fund primarily invests in short-term U.S. Treasury bills and repurchase agreements backed by U.S. government ...
US Stock Market Hits Record High Amid Easing US-Iran Tensions
Binance News - The US stock market reached a new record high on Wednesday as easing tensions between the US and Iran led to a decline in oil prices, while AMD's strong AI chip earnings fueled a semiconductor rally. The S&P 500 rose 1.14%, the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.51%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 1.10%. According to BeInCrypto, the White House is close to a memorandum of understanding with Iran to halt fighting and initiate nuclear talks, which has pressured oil prices downward. Additionally, AMD's earnings beat expectations, boosting semiconductor stocks and contributing to the market's upward momentum.
AI TRENDS | Elon Musk Meets with Anthropic Executives
Binance News - Elon Musk recently disclosed that he had an extensive meeting with executives from Anthropic last week. According to Jin10, the discussions were focused on various aspects of artificial intelligence and its future implications. Anthropic, known for its work in AI safety and research, has been gaining attention in the tech industry. The meeting highlights the growing interest and collaboration among leading figures in the AI sector.
FOMC Voting Member Goolsbee to Participate in Panel Discussion
Binance News - FOMC voting member and Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee is set to participate in a panel discussion in ten minutes. According to Jin10, this event will provide insights into current economic conditions and monetary policy considerations.
Sen. Gillibrand: Ethics Provision Needed for Crypto Legislation Vote
Binance News - Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has stated that federal cryptocurrency market structure legislation will not proceed to a vote without the inclusion of an ethics provision. According to NS3.AI, Gillibrand emphasized that reaching a compromise on stablecoin rewards could facilitate a markup this month.
AI TRENDS | Anthropic Doubles Claude Code Limit for Professional and Enterprise Plans
Binance News - Anthropic has announced an increase in the code limit for its AI model, Claude. According to Jin10, the limit has been doubled from five hours to ten hours. This change applies to the Professional, Max, Team, and seat-based Enterprise plans. The adjustment aims to enhance user experience by allowing more extensive use of Claude's capabilities across various professional and enterprise applications.
AI TRENDS | Anthropic Signs Agreement with SpaceX for Colossus 1 Data Center Usage
Binance News - Anthropic has announced a new agreement with SpaceX to utilize the full computing capacity of its Colossus 1 data center. According to Jin10, this collaboration aims to enhance Anthropic's AI capabilities by leveraging SpaceX's advanced infrastructure. The partnership is expected to significantly boost the processing power available for Anthropic's AI projects, marking a strategic move in the tech industry.
AI TRENDS | xAI Forms New Computational Partnership with Anthropic
Binance News - xAI has announced a new partnership with Anthropic to enhance computational capabilities. According to Jin10, this collaboration aims to leverage advanced AI technologies to improve performance and efficiency in various applications. The partnership is expected to bring significant advancements in AI-driven solutions, benefiting both companies in their pursuit of innovation and technological growth.
Large Oil Short Positions Established Before U.S.-Iran Agreement News
Binance News - A significant transaction involving oil short positions occurred shortly before news of a potential U.S.-Iran agreement was reported. According to Odaily, market analysis by The Kobeissi Letter revealed that approximately $920 million worth of oil short positions were established 70 minutes before Axios reported that the U.S. and Iran were nearing a consensus on a '14-point' agreement to end the war. At 3:40 a.m. Eastern Time (UTC+8 15:40), nearly 10,000 oil short contracts were created without any major news announcements, marking an unusually large transaction for that time. By 4:50 a.m. Eastern Time (UTC+8 16:40), Axios reported that the U.S. was 'close' to reaching a memorandum of understanding to end the conflict with Iran. By 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time (UTC+8 ...
SOC Investment Group Urges SEC to Investigate SpaceX's Financials Before IPO
Binance News - On May 6, SOC Investment Group called on the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate SpaceX's financial status before its potential IPO, which could be valued at over $2 trillion (20,000亿). According to Jin10, the group expressed concerns about the relationship between SpaceX and other companies owned by Elon Musk. In a letter dated May 6 submitted to the SEC, SOC requested an examination of the accuracy and reliability of SpaceX's financial disclosures and emphasized the importance of maintaining the independence of SpaceX's auditing firm. SOC also urged the SEC to scrutinize the accounting treatment of transactions between SpaceX and Musk's other enterprises. The letter stated, "We are particularly worried that SpaceX's IPO could expose a ...
AI Recruitment Platform Ethos Secures $22.75 Million in Series A Funding
Binance News - London-based AI recruitment platform Ethos has successfully raised $22.75 million in a Series A funding round, led by a16z with participation from General Catalyst. According to ChainCatcher, Ethos utilizes artificial intelligence to interview candidates and analyze their academic papers, code, and other professional content to create detailed skill profiles. The platform then matches experts with paid opportunities, including consulting, market research, AI data labeling, advisory services, and full-time positions. James Lo, co-founder and CEO of Ethos, emphasized that traditional resumes often fail to accurately reflect an individual's capabilities. Ethos aims to assist ...
Y Combinator to Host First New York Interview for Fintech and Crypto Startups
Binance News - Y Combinator is set to conduct its inaugural interview session in New York for fintech and cryptocurrency startups on May 21. According to NS3.AI, selected companies will receive $500,000 and will be part of the Summer 2026 batch. These startups have the option to receive the funding in USDC.
OpenAI Launches B2B Signals as Commercial Expansion of OpenAI Signals
Binance News - OpenAI has announced the launch of B2B Signals, a commercial extension of its existing OpenAI Signals platform. According to Jin10, this new offering aims to enhance business operations by providing advanced data insights and analytics tailored for enterprise needs. The initiative reflects OpenAI's ongoing efforts to expand its product suite and cater to the growing demand for AI-driven solutions in the business sector.
Strategy: Saylor considers selling Bitcoin to pay dividends
Atlas21 - Michael Saylor has raised the possibility of selling part of the BTC reserves to meet $1.5 billion in annual obligations, following a net loss of $12.54 billion in Q1 2026. The post Strategy: Saylor considers selling Bitcoin to pay dividends appeared first on Atlas21.
Bitcoin ETF News: Hong Kong’s Spot ETFs Changing the ‘Weekend Gap’
99Bitcoins - Hong Kong Spot ETFs Are Killing Bitcoin's Weekend Gap The post Bitcoin ETF News: Hong Kong’s Spot ETFs Changing the ‘Weekend Gap’ appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Coinbase SMSF Australia crypto retirement fund launch
CoinPaprika - Coinbase Australia has launched a dedicated crypto service for self-managed super funds (SMSFs). The move targets over $1.05 trillion AUD held across 653,000+ SMSFs, per ATO data from December 2025.
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF IBIT Is the Markets Safety Net as Institutions Demand ‘Permission’
99Bitcoins - BlackRock IBIT Stabilizes Bitcoin as Fink Eyes Permissioned Inflows The post BlackRock Bitcoin ETF IBIT Is the Markets Safety Net as Institutions Demand ‘Permission’ appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
CFTC Prediction Market Rules Draw 1,500+ Mixed Responses
CoinPaprika - The CFTC received more than 1,500 responses to its proposed prediction market rules after its comment period closed on 01 May 2026. Industry operators backed CFTC oversight while state gaming regulators pushed back against it.
Crypto Is the Most-Snoozed Topic on X After April Launch
CoinPaprika - Crypto ranked as the most-snoozed topic on X after the platform launched its Snooze Topics feature for Premium users on 22 April 2026. The feature lets users hide selected topics from their For You feed for 24 hours.
CFTC Sues Wisconsin as Fifth State in Prediction Market War
CoinPaprika - The CFTC sued Wisconsin on 28 April 2026, making it the fifth state targeted in its prediction market enforcement campaign. Wisconsin AG Josh Kaul had filed three lawsuits against five platforms including Kalshi, Polymarket, and Coinbase.
India Routes $80B Welfare Through e-Rupee in 10 Pilots
CoinPaprika - India is running 10 pilot programs routing portions of the country's $80 billion welfare system through the e-rupee. The Reserve Bank of India proposed linking BRICS central bank digital currencies at the 2026 summit.
Ripple sets 2028 target for XRP Ledger quantum readiness
CoinPaprika - Ripple published a four-phase roadmap on 19 April 2026 targeting full quantum resistance for XRP Ledger by 2028. The plan includes ML-DSA quantum-safe signatures already deployed on AlphaNet testnet.
Microsoft venture arm backs AI startups and global infrastructure
CoinPaprika - Microsoft’s venture arm and startup programs now target AI builders while the company plans tens of billions in global AI infrastructure spending. These initiatives frame Microsoft as a central backer of AI startups and tools.
Bitcoin is a Tool For "Power Projection" Says Admiral
Trustnodes - Adm. Samuel Paparo argued in front of the Senate Armed Services Committee earlier this week that bitcoin is a tool for American "power projection" and in US' national interest.
Hours to War or Peace
Trustnodes - Oil is edging up, while bitcoin and stocks are steady hours before a ceasefire between US and Iran expires with it unclear diplomacy will prevail.
JSCC, Mizuho and Nomura test JGBs as digital collateral
CoinPaprika - JSCC, Mizuho, Nomura, and Digital Asset Holdings launched a proof-of-concept trial on 20 April 2026. The test uses Japanese government bonds as digital collateral on the Canton Network blockchain.
Morgan Stanley Bitcoin holdings exceed $100M in April
CoinPaprika - Morgan Stanley increased its Bitcoin holdings to over $100 million in April 2026. The firm also purchased about 177.76 BTC worth $13.75 million during the same period.
Zonda CEO reveals $334M Bitcoin wallet, no access
CoinPaprika - Zonda crypto exchange CEO Przemysław Kral disclosed a cold wallet address holding 4,503 BTC worth $334 million. The exchange cannot access the funds because founder Sylwester Suszek, who holds the private key, has been missing since 2022.
Confusion Reigns in the New Trump Market
Trustnodes - Stocks have made a new all time high this Friday even while there are warnings of jet fuel shortages and even food shortages in the United Kingdom.
CLARITY Act Senate Delay Stalls US Crypto Market Structure
CoinPaprika - The White House is urging the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act, a crypto market structure bill. The House approved it 294–134 in July 2025, but the Senate has not scheduled a vote.
MicroStrategy's STRC Slightly Depegs
Trustnodes - MicroStrategy's new cash cow, STRC, has fallen below its peg of $100.
Virginia Just Blocked the State From Selling Your Dormant Crypto for at Least a Year
CoinPaprika - Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed HB 798 on 13 April 2026, extending unclaimed property rules to digital assets. The law bars the state from selling dormant crypto for at least one year after delivery.
Deutsche Börse takes $200M stake in Kraken pre-IPO
CoinPaprika - Deutsche Börse acquired a $200M stake in crypto exchange Kraken on 14 April 2026. The deal gives the German exchange operator a 1.5% fully diluted stake in Kraken's parent company, Payward Inc.
Markets Wait For TACO Tuesday as Blockade Begins
Trustnodes - Markets appear calm this Monday as the world witnesses the first blockade since the global wars of the last century.
CFTC Names Five Senior Advisors for Innovation Task Force
CoinPaprika - The CFTC named five Senior Advisors to its Innovation Task Force on 10 April 2026. The ITF covers crypto assets, AI systems, and prediction markets.
Japan Cabinet Approves Bill to Reclassify Crypto as FIEA Asset
CoinPaprika - Japan's Cabinet approved a bill on 10 April 2026 to move crypto assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. The bill still requires Diet approval before it becomes law.
The SEC Spent Four Years Fining Crypto Firms. It Now Says None of It Helped Investors.
CoinPaprika - The SEC brought 95 book-and-record enforcement cases since fiscal year 2022, resulting in $2.3 billion in penalties. The agency now states those cases identified no direct investor harm and produced no investor benefit.
SEC Crypto Safe Harbor Moves to White House Review
CoinPaprika - The SEC's crypto safe harbor proposal has entered White House review under OIRA. SEC Chair Paul Atkins confirmed the move at the Vanderbilt Digital Asset Summit on 07 April 2026.
Strategy Bitcoin Purchase $330M Despite Q1 Losses 2026
CoinPaprika - Strategy purchased 4,871 BTC for $330M between 1–5 April 2026, per its SEC Form 8-K filing. The company reported $14.46B in unrealized Bitcoin losses for Q1 2026.
Ripple Treasury Launches TMS With Native Digital Asset Tools
CoinPaprika - Ripple Treasury launched Digital Asset Accounts and Unified Treasury on 01 April 2026. The platform is the first treasury management system with native digital asset capabilities, built on the 2025 GTreasury acquisition.
Riot Platforms Sells 3,778 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, Nets $289M
CoinPaprika - Riot Platforms sold 3,778 BTC in Q1 2026 for net proceeds of $289.5 million. The average net sale price was $76,626 per Bitcoin.
Ripple Prime Gets BBB Rating from KBRA After $1.25B Deal
CoinPaprika - KBRA assigned a BBB investment-grade rating to Ripple Prime on 02 April 2026. Ripple acquired the prime broker, formerly Hidden Road, for $1.25 billion in October 2025.
Franklin Templeton Acquires 250 Digital, a CoinFund Spinoff
CoinPaprika - Franklin Templeton agreed to acquire 250 Digital, a crypto investment firm spun out of CoinFund in January 2026. The $1.7 trillion asset manager plans to launch a dedicated crypto institutional unit under the deal.
Australia Passes Digital Assets Framework Bill Into Law
CoinPaprika - Australia passed the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Bill 2025 into law. Crypto exchanges and custody providers must now obtain an Australian Financial Services Licence to operate.
CZ Says Crypto Must Upgrade to Post-Quantum Algorithms
CoinPaprika - Binance co-founder CZ posted on 31 March 2026 that crypto protocols must migrate to post-quantum algorithms. He listed execution risks: forks, new code bugs, and manual wallet migration for self-custody users.
Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP From Escrow on April 1
CoinPaprika - Ripple will release 1 billion XRP from escrow on April 1, 2026. Based on prior months, Ripple is expected to re-lock 60–80% of tokens, limiting net market addition to roughly 200–300 million XRP.
El Salvador's Bitcoin Reserve Climbs Past 7,606 BTC Mark
CoinPaprika - El Salvador's Bitcoin reserve reached approximately 7,606 BTC as of 30 March 2026. The country continues daily purchases despite an IMF agreement that limits public-sector accumulation.
BNP Paribas offers six crypto ETNs to retail clients in France
CoinPaprika - BNP Paribas, France's largest bank, now offers six crypto ETNs to retail clients. The products track Bitcoin and Ether and are accessible through standard securities accounts.
BlackRock Posts Digital Assets MD Role, Up to $350K Base
CoinPaprika - BlackRock posted a Managing Director, Digital Assets role in New York. The base salary ranges from $270,000 to $350,000.
Better and Coinbase launch Bitcoin-backed mortgage product
CoinPaprika - Better Home & Finance and Coinbase launched a Bitcoin-backed mortgage product on 26 March 2026. Borrowers pledge Bitcoin or USDC as collateral instead of a cash down payment, without selling their crypto.
Russia Plans to Block Foreign Crypto Exchanges by Summer
CoinPaprika - Russia plans to block foreign crypto exchange websites by summer 2026. The Bank of Russia targets a July 1 legal framework deadline and caps retail purchases at 300,000 rubles per year.
Ethereum Foundation Sets 2029 Target for L1 Quantum Upgrade
CoinPaprika - The Ethereum Foundation launched pq.ethereum.org on 24 March 2026, a public hub consolidating post-quantum research, EIPs, and a technical roadmap. The Foundation projects core Layer 1 protocol upgrades could be complete by 2029.
Irish CAB Unlocks 500 BTC Worth €30M With Europol Help
CoinPaprika - Ireland's Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB), with Europol support, accessed a 500 BTC wallet on 23 March 2026. The coins, worth €30 million, are proceeds of crime linked to drug dealer Clifton Collins.
Ripple Pilots RLUSD Settlement in MAS BLOOM Trade Finance
CoinPaprika - Ripple has joined Singapore's MAS BLOOM sandbox to test RLUSD stablecoin settlement in trade finance. The pilot uses the XRP Ledger and is built with supply chain fintech Unloq.
Hostplus to Explore Bitcoin, Crypto for Pension Members
CoinPaprika - Australia's Hostplus, a pension fund managing $105 billion, is exploring Bitcoin and crypto access for members. The offering would route through its Choiceplus self-directed investment platform.
CZ labels Bitcoin a "hard asset" as BTC nears $68,500
CoinPaprika - Binance founder Changpeng Zhao described Bitcoin as a "hard asset" in a post on X. BTC was trading near $68,500 at the time of the statement.
Nexo Zero-Interest Credit wins FinTech Breakthrough award
CoinPaprika - Nexo's Zero-Interest Credit product won "Consumer Lending Product of the Year" at the 10th annual FinTech Breakthrough Awards on 19 March 2026. The product lets users borrow against Bitcoin or Ethereum at 0% APR with no fees.
EU Considering Launching the Digital Euro on Ethereum
Trustnodes - The European Central Bank is considering launching the digital euro stablecoin on a public blockchain like ethereum.
Bitcoin Dives Again as Bounce Doesn't Hold
Trustnodes - Bitcoin has fallen to $66,000 as of writing, coming back down from a bounce to $72,000 after it briefly touched $60,000 last week.
Bitmine and MicroStrategy Buy $170 Million Worth of Bitcoin and Eth
Trustnodes - MicroStrategy has added another 1,142 BTC, worth $90 million at the time of purchase last week...
US ETFs Hold While Bitcoin Dives
Trustnodes - Bitcoin saw a $10k red candle on Thursday, touching $60k, but where outflows from US ETFs are concerned, it was just a small dip.
Polymarket: GPT Ads Betting Frenzy: Odds Point To Clear Favorite
CryptoCoin.News - The Polymarket community is abuzz over the latest betting market, “GPT ads by…?” With a volume of $1,144,650, this bet has captured the attention of many crypto enthusiasts eager to predict the future advertising strategies for GPT models. Currently, the odds heavily favor the view that GPT ads will become a significant aspect of AI […] The post Polymarket: GPT Ads Betting Frenzy: Odds Point To Clear Favorite appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
US ETFs Sell Half a Billion as Bitcoin Touches $70,000
Trustnodes - Bitcoin has fallen to its lowest level in more than a year in three weeks of red that have brought its price to $70,600 as of writing.
Family Offices Ditch Crypto For AI: J.P. Morgan’s 2026 Report Reveals Shift
CryptoCoin.News - J.P. Morgan's 2026 report: 89% of family offices shun crypto, favor AI despite limited exposure to VC and infrastructure. 65% see AI as top theme for growth. The post Family Offices Ditch Crypto For AI: J.P. Morgan’s 2026 Report Reveals Shift appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Google Cloud & Liberty Global: Gemini AI Revolutionizes Telecom Networks
CryptoCoin.News - Google Cloud partners with Liberty Global to deploy Gemini AI for predictive maintenance, network optimization, and personalized services, slashing costs and boosting revenue across Europe. The post Google Cloud & Liberty Global: Gemini AI Revolutionizes Telecom Networks appeared first on CryptoCoin.News.
Ethereum's Price Halves Again
Trustnodes - Ethereum has had its worst cycle ever. Worse than after the Slockit DAO hack when some thought it might die completely.
Trump Kills Freedom of Protest
Trustnodes - One shooting in innocent circumstances may be a peculiarity and overlooked, two shootings however of the nature that occurred can lead to only one conclusion: this is government policy.
Bitcoin and QQQ Fall on Greenland Tariffs
Trustnodes - Trump has taken charge of the market once again by by threatening tariffs on a weekend, giving us a Tuesday red.
Coinbase exchange explained: how it works, fees, and safety
CoinPaprika - Learn how Coinbase exchange works, what it offers, and how its fees and security features affect everyday crypto trading and long-term use.
ChangeNOW for Business review non-custodial B2B crypto infrastructure
CoinPaprika - Learn how ChangeNOW for Business lets companies add non-custodial crypto swaps and payments with minimal blockchain development using this detailed infrastructure review.
Crypto ETF explained: how to get Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure
CoinPaprika - Learn how a crypto ETF offers regulated Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure through brokerage accounts, with clear fees and simplified tax reporting.
Bitcoin Halving: How Reward Cuts Shape Supply, Price Cycles and Miners
CoinPaprika - Learn how bitcoin halving reduces new supply, affects miner revenue, and has aligned with four-year price cycles across 2012–2025.
How to Use DEXTools for Safer Decentralized Trading in 2026
CoinPaprika - DEXTools transforms blind decentralized trading into data-informed decision-making by providing real-time charts, honeypot detection, and whale transaction alerts across 70+ blockchain networks. The platform serves 15–20 million monthly users who need security analysis and market intelligence that Uniswap, SushiSwap, and other standard DEX interfaces do not offer.
Best Crypto Payment Gateways: 5 Tools for Businesses
CoinPaprika - Crypto payment gateways reduce transaction costs by 50–80% compared to traditional processors while eliminating chargeback fraud and enabling instant global settlements. Five platforms—Cryptomus, ChangeNOW, BitPay, Coinbase Commerce, and CoinGate—address different business priorities including cost optimization, cryptocurrency diversity, retail capabilities, enterprise features, and regulatory compliance in 2026.
Polling vs streaming for price updates: when each makes sense
CoinPaprika - Choose between polling and streaming for crypto prices. Compare latency, bandwidth, costs, and complexity with real production metrics. Includes decision framework and migration paths.
What "Real-Time Crypto Prices" Actually Means | Complete Guide
CoinPaprika - Need real-time crypto prices? Polling REST APIs every 5 seconds gives you 10-second-old data. Here's why - and how streaming fixes it.
IOTA Cryptocurrency: Tangle, Rebased, and IoT Payments
CoinPaprika - IOTA cryptocurrency uses the Tangle, a directed acyclic graph (DAG), to process 50,000+ transactions per second with minimal fees. The May 2025 Rebased upgrade added MoveVM smart contracts, Mysticeti consensus, and removed the centralized Coordinator node.
Stream crypto prices with DexPaprika's free SSE streaming tutorial
CoinPaprika - Tracking 50 tokens with 1-second polling? That's 4.3 million API requests per day - and most responses show no price change. DexPaprika's free streaming API eliminates the waste: one connection, unlimited updates, ~1 second latency, zero authentication. This tutorial shows you how to build it from scratch with robust error handling and automatic reconnection.
ChangeNOW review: non‑custodial instant crypto exchange explained
CoinPaprika - This ChangeNOW review guides beginners through the non‑custodial crypto exchange, showing how account‑free swaps, 1,500+ coins, and 110 blockchains work in practice.
Buy Crypto with Fiat: 5 Easy Steps & Platform Guide 2026
CoinPaprika - Learn how to buy crypto with fiat money in 2026 across five major platforms, comparing fees (0% to 4%), KYC requirements, payment methods, and cryptocurrency selection to find the best match for your priorities.
5 emerging crypto projects to watch in 2026
CoinPaprika - Learn how five emerging crypto projects to watch in 2026 approach multi-chain wallets, Solana and Ethereum scaling, decentralized exchanges, and instant cross-chain swaps, with example fee levels and transaction speeds under normal network conditions.
Best Free DEX API 2025: DexPaprika vs DEXTools vs GeckoTerminal vs DexScreener vs BirdEye
CoinPaprika - Whether you're building a trading bot that needs real-time OHLCV data, a multi-chain dashboard, or a research platform with wallet analytics, this guide compares DexPaprika, DEXTools, GeckoTerminal, DexScreener, and BirdEye across the factors that matter most: cost, features, streaming capabilities, and developer friction. We'll help you pick the right one - or the right combination - in under 12 minutes.
API Keys in Crypto: The Invisible Passwords Powering Exchanges and Apps
CoinPaprika - Learn how an API key secures crypto integrations, supports automation, and reduces manual work while managing risks on exchanges and data platforms.
How T-Bill Issuance Forces Fed Money Printing & Impacts Crypto
CoinPaprika - When the U.S. Treasury issues trillions in T-bills, the Federal Reserve must expand its balance sheet through the Standing Repo Facility, driving crypto demand.
Why Hashrate Often Moves Before Price in Bitcoin
CoinPaprika - Bitcoin’s hashrate reached a new all-time high in 2025, outpacing price moves and showing long-term miner confidence.
How to Mine Dogecoin: Dogecoin Mining Guide for Beginners 2025
CoinPaprika - Learn how to mine Dogecoin using simple software, hardware, and wallets for 2025 beginners and small miners.
How to Buy Bitcoin: Beginner's Guide to Crypto Buying Safely
CoinPaprika - Learn how to buy bitcoin step by step with this beginner guide to crypto purchasing.
Bitcoin and ISM: Why the Economic Thermometer Matters
CoinPaprika - Does ISM affect Bitcoin? The Institute for Supply Management index tracks business activity. This guide explains how ISM readings link to Bitcoin price trends, risk appetite, and liquidity conditions.
A new kids’ show will come with a crypto wallet when it debuts this fall
TechCrunch - A new animated kids’ series expected to premiere this year won’t be headed for a TV network. Or a streaming service. Instead, the founders of production studio We Ghosted Media plan to launch on a decentralized web platform that uses blockchain technology. And yes, a crypto wallet will be involved. We Ghosted Media — founded by […]
Researchers accuse North Korea of $1.4 billion Bybit crypto heist
TechCrunch - North Korea is behind the massive crypto hack, according to several blockchain monitoring firms and a well-known researcher
Sam Altman’s Worldcoin becomes World and shows new iris-scanning Orb to prove your humanity
TechCrunch - Worldcoin, the Sam Altman co-founded “proof of personhood” crypto project that scans people’s eyeballs, announced on Thursday that it dropped the “coin” from its name and is now just “World.” The startup behind the World project, Tools for Humanity, also unveiled its next generation of iris-scanning “Orbs” and other tools at a live event in […]
Aptos CEO Mo Shaikh shares his journey to web3 and market opportunities in Asia and Middle East
TechCrunch - TechCrunch sat down with Shaikh this week at the Korea Blockchain Week 2024 conference in Seoul to talk about Aptos' expansion; its partnerships with major Asian web2 companies; and how Aptos uses blockchain to make financial transactions seamless and cost-effective.
South Korean tech giant Naver launches crypto wallet in partnership with Chiliz
TechCrunch - Many tech companies are expanding their reach into the web3 market, integrating blockchain and web3 technologies into their products and services. In the latest development, South Korean internet giant Naver is launching its first digital asset wallet, Naver Pay Wallet, for the Korean market. It is partnering with Chiliz, a blockchain provider for sports and […]
Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity
TechCrunch - With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft […]
Vana plans to let users rent out their Reddit data to train AI
TechCrunch - In the generative AI boom, data is the new oil. So why shouldn’t you be able to sell your own? From Big Tech firms to startups, AI makers are licensing e-books, images, videos, audio and more from data brokers, all in the pursuit of training up more capable (and more legally defensible) AI-powered products. Shutterstock […]