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Tesla shares rise 3% as Musk set to join Trump for China trip
Tesla shares increased 3% amid reports Elon Musk will join President Trump on a China trip, boosting optimism for FSD and market expansion.
Hot inflation data pours cold water on Federal Reserve rate cut hopes
Higher-than-expected U.S. inflation data has dampened expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
Bernstein reiterates $67 Figure target after Q1 loan volumes double, sees 72% upside from tokenization thesis
Bernstein maintains a $67 price target for Figure, citing doubled Q1 loan volumes and 72% upside from its tokenization strategy.
MARA sells 20,880 Bitcoin for $1.5 billion in Q1 as firm doubles down on AI
MARA Holdings sold 20,880 BTC for $1.5 billion in Q1 2026 to fund debt buybacks and is acquiring an Ohio power plant for $1.5 billion to support AI data centers.
Elon Musk joins Trump in China for high-stakes meeting with Xi
Elon Musk and other CEOs join Trump in China for trade talks with Xi Jinping.
European Union expands sanctions on Iran over Strait of Hormuz navigation issues, and crypto is caught in the crossfire
EU sanctions on Iran over Strait of Hormuz issues may impact Bitcoin hash rate and increase crypto regulatory scrutiny.
CleanSpark stock slides 9% as quarterly earnings miss estimates on bitcoin holdings loss
CleanSpark's stock dropped 9% after reporting a wider net loss and missing revenue estimates due to a significant non-cash bitcoin fair value loss.
Hot CPI Print Shakes Fed Cut Bets as Inflation Tops Forecasts
Higher-than-expected U.S. inflation data has increased fears that the Federal Reserve will delay interest rate cuts.
DTCC taps Chainlink to power 24/7 near real-time collateral management across global markets and blockchains
DTCC will integrate Chainlink's technology to enable 24/7 real-time collateral management across markets and blockchains.
Senate Banking Drops New 300-Page CLARITY Act Draft: What’s Changed Since January
The Senate Banking Committee released an expanded 309-page draft of the CLARITY Act featuring new bipartisan compromises.
DTCC taps Chainlink for its tokenized collateral platform ahead of Q4 launch
DTCC is integrating Chainlink technology into its blockchain-based collateral management platform to enable 24/7 automated asset movement.
Morgan Stanley sees ‘spicier’ CPI as inflation week kicks off
Morgan Stanley anticipates a hotter CPI report, potentially impacting rate cut expectations and risk assets like Bitcoin.
Bitcoin Bull-Bear Cycle Indicator Flashes Green Ahead of April CPI Print
Bitcoin's Bull-Bear Cycle Indicator turned green for the first time in 26 months, signaling a potential recovery, ahead of April CPI data.
Former bitcoin miner Bitfarms reports $145 million Q1 net loss amid Keel rebrand, AI transition
Bitfarms, now Keel Infrastructure, reported a $145 million Q1 net loss due to digital asset fair value changes and debt extinguishment, as it pivots to AI infrastructure.
Starknet launches strkBTC to bring ZK-powered shielded bitcoin to its Layer 2 network
Starknet launched strkBTC, a shielded Bitcoin wrapper using ZK cryptography for private transactions on its Layer 2 network.
Brent Crude Oil Price Could Rally 32%, And the Reason Is Not Iran This Time
Brent crude oil may rally 32% due to a bullish inverse head and shoulders pattern, strong backwardation, and China's increased imports, independent of Iran tensions.
Anchorage withdraws from Robinhood and Kraken-backed stablecoin group
Anchorage Digital is stepping down from leadership in the USDG stablecoin consortium, citing a need for neutrality.
US housing market sees record gap of 630,000 more sellers than buyers
The US housing market has a record 630,000 more sellers than buyers, driven by high mortgage rates and increased inventory.
XRP price has the bullish signal traders wanted, but one Bitcoin level could wreck it
XRP shows bullish signals through institutional inflows, but its success depends on Bitcoin holding $80,000 and upcoming CPI data.
Exodus dumps 1,000 bitcoin: Why the crypto wallet is cashing out to fund a payments empire
Exodus sold over $73M in crypto, primarily Bitcoin, to fund its W3C payments acquisition and build a payments empire.
EBay board turns down GameStop’s half-cash, half-stock offer
EBay's board rejected a takeover bid from GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, citing concerns over the offer's credibility, valuation, and potential operational risks.
Bitcoin will 'explode' past $90,000 on way back to $126,000, Arthur Hayes says
Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will surpass $90,000 and reach $126,000, driven by inflationary AI investment and geopolitical tensions.
Bitcoin rally stalls ahead of U.S. inflation report as XRP, SOL prices hit resistance: Crypto Daily
Crypto markets paused before U.S. inflation data, with XRP and SOL facing price resistance.
Bakkt’s Revenue Falls 77% in Q1 as Stablecoin Pivot Takes Shape
Bakkt's Q1 revenue dropped 77% to $243.6 million due to lower trading volumes, as it pivots to stablecoin infrastructure.
Bhutan’s Mindfulness City taps DK Bank to provide multi-currency accounts, Bitcoin-backed lending to every licensed firm
Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City partners with DK Bank for expedited licensing, multi-currency accounts, and Bitcoin-backed lending for firms.
Bhutan’s Gelephu Speeds Licensing, Banking Access for Crypto Firms
Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City offers fast-tracked licenses and bank accounts to lure regulated crypto firms.
US to temporarily lower beef import tariffs, WSJ reports
The US planned to temporarily lower beef import tariffs to combat rising prices but postponed it due to domestic producer opposition.
Orderly launches Module Marketplace for DEX builders
Orderly Network's new Module Marketplace offers plug-and-play trading components for DEX builders, simplifying exchange creation.
Trump plans talks with Xi on energy and Iran conflict as oil disruptions rattle global markets
President Trump will meet President Xi in Beijing to discuss the Iran conflict and its impact on global oil supplies.
AI Is Now Both the Weapon and the Shield in Crypto’s Fraud War
Artificial intelligence is increasingly utilized by both cybercriminals to conduct sophisticated crypto scams and exchanges to enhance their security defense systems.
$NXT Launches on OKX Boost, KuCoin,MEXC,and LBank — Bringing AI-Powered Global Entertainment to Web3
NXT token launches on OKX Boost, KuCoin, MEXC, and LBank on May 12, 2026, enabling AI-powered fan engagement in Web3.
Ether weakness against bitcoin deepens as ETH/BTC ratio hits 10-month low
The ETH/BTC ratio has fallen to a 10-month low, indicating investors favor Bitcoin's stability over Ether.
Beyond BlackRock's IBIT: A sports betting ETF bitcoin traders may want to watch
The Roundhill Sports Betting & iGaming ETF (BETZ) shows a strong positive correlation with Bitcoin, often leading its price trend changes.
Base welcomes CADD, Canada’s first regulated dollar stablecoin
CADD, Canada's first regulated CAD stablecoin, launched on Base, simplifying crypto transactions for Canadians.
Trump says US-Iran ceasefire on ‘massive life support,’ crypto markets brace for fallout
President Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire on life support, potentially impacting crypto markets due to military escalation and sanctions.
CleanSpark Posts $378M Fiscal Q2 Loss as Bitcoin Price Drop Bites
CleanSpark reported a $378.3 million fiscal Q2 loss, more than doubling last year's, due to Bitcoin price drops and fair value adjustments.
Ripple Ex-CTO David Schwartz Just Revealed Which Crypto Made Him the Most Money
Ripple's ex-CTO David Schwartz stated XRP generated the most personal wealth for him, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum.
CLARITY Act’s final draft has been released ahead of May 14 markup – What’s in it?
The Senate Banking Committee released the updated CLARITY Act, establishing digital asset regulations while sparking debate over stablecoin yields and federal ethics.
BUILDon (B) Explodes 55% in 24 Hours, Is $0.74 the Next Stop?
BUILDon (B) surged 55% in 24 hours, breaking key resistance and targeting $0.74, with technicals suggesting a potential continuation or a minor pullback.
Bhutan government moves another 100 BTC as 2026 bitcoin outflows top $230 million: Arkham
The Bhutanese government transferred 100 BTC, bringing total 2026 outflows to over $230 million, according to data from Arkham.
Trump administration plans to reduce tariffs on beef imports to lower prices
The Trump administration is reducing tariffs on beef imports to combat rising prices, allowing more tariff-free beef from Argentina.
Goldman Sachs, Bank of America delay Fed cut forecasts after jobs data
Goldman Sachs and Bank of America delayed Fed rate cut forecasts due to strong jobs data.
Spot XRP ETFs report largest single-day inflow since January, worth $26 million
U.S. spot XRP ETFs recorded $25.8 million in net inflows on Monday, marking their highest daily total since early January.
Peter Schiff Says Saylor’s Newest Bitcoin Play Hides a Problem the SEC Hasn’t Caught
Peter Schiff has accused Michael Saylor of running a centralized Ponzi scheme via STRC and called for SEC investigation into its marketing to retirees.
OpenAI Borrows Palantir’s Playbook With $4 Billion Deployment Company Launch
OpenAI has launched a $4 billion subsidiary to embed specialized engineers into client organizations for tailored AI integration.
White House reviews SEC plan to end gag rule on settlements
The White House is reviewing an SEC proposal to abolish the long-standing “no-admit, no-deny” settlement policy, potentially allowing firms to challenge SEC allegations.
Kevin Warsh poised for Senate confirmation vote to lead Federal Reserve
Kevin Warsh moves closer to becoming Federal Reserve chair after a committee vote, signaling a potential shift in digital asset policy.
Crypto wallet provider Exodus reports wider Q1 loss as revenue falls 37%
Exodus Movement reported a $32.1 million Q1 loss as revenue dropped 37% due to lower exchange volumes.
Galaxy Digital to manage Sharplink’s new $125 million onchain yield play
Galaxy Digital and Sharplink are partnering to deploy $125 million from Sharplink’s ETH treasury into active decentralized finance yield strategies.
Bernstein maintains $190 Circle price target as $222 million ARC presale cushions rate pressure
Bernstein analysts maintained a $190 price target for Circle, citing the successful $222 million ARC token presale and resilient USDC supply growth.
Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest chases Circle (CRC) stock as it hits a two-month high
Ark Invest purchased $5.5 million in Circle shares after the company reported strong first-quarter earnings, driving the stock to a two-month high.
Trump invites top CEOs including Musk and Cook to China summit
President Trump is traveling to China with a high-profile delegation of 16 CEOs to discuss trade, AI, and investment.
OpenAI offers European Union access to advanced cybersecurity AI model
OpenAI is providing the European Commission access to its advanced cybersecurity model, GPT-5.5-Cyber, to assist with regulatory risk assessment.
Anthropic warns against unauthorized stock exposure as token markets imply trillion-dollar valuation
Anthropic warns that unauthorized tokenized products claiming to offer access to its private shares are invalid and unrecognized.
Cardano wants in on the tokenized institutional vault race as DeFi’s retail focus fades
Cardano is enhancing its infrastructure with Cardano Vault to attract institutional capital into tokenized assets, shifting from its retail DeFi focus.
Morgan Stanley warns of oil price crisis as Strait of Hormuz closure continues
Morgan Stanley warns of a potential oil price crisis, with Brent crude possibly reaching $150/barrel by summer 2026 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.
iShares Semiconductor ETF hits new highs amid parabolic rally, and crypto is along for the ride
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) reached historic highs with a 37% April gain, driven by chip stocks and a crypto spillover effect.
EU restores full trade relations with Syria as Visa and Mastercard go live after 15 years
Syria's financial grid is being reconnected as Visa and Mastercard resume operations after 15 years, coinciding with the EU restoring full trade relations.
Three Tennessee Men Indicted Over $6.5 Million Crypto Robbery Spree
Three Tennessee men were indicted for a crypto robbery spree, including a $6.5 million heist where a victim was forced to transfer digital assets at gunpoint.
European Commission discusses AI model access with OpenAI, Anthropic
The European Commission is negotiating AI model access with OpenAI and Anthropic, with OpenAI offering cybersecurity access while Anthropic's discussions are ongoing.
Cultural Landscape Foundation sues over Trump’s Reflecting Pool renovations
The Cultural Landscape Foundation sued the Trump administration over plans to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool blue, alleging violations of preservation laws.
Whales Just Bet $832 Million on the Ethereum Price Dip, Here’s Why
Ethereum whales bought $832 million in ETH during a recent price dip, signaling confidence despite long-term holders reducing accumulation.
Bitcoin miner MARA sold $1.5 billion of bitcoin as it shifts toward AI infrastructure
MARA Holdings is pivoting from pure bitcoin mining to AI infrastructure, selling $1.5 billion in bitcoin to fund power and data center expansion.
Huma Finance reports $101K exploit of deprecated V1 contracts on Polygon
Huma Finance experienced a $101,000 exploit on its deprecated Polygon V1 contracts, while user deposits and the V2 platform remain unaffected.
American Bankers Association escalates lobbying against CLARITY Act stablecoin provisions
The American Bankers Association is actively lobbying against the CLARITY Act to prevent stablecoin issuers from offering interest-like yields to customers.
Binance Says AI Security Stopped $10B in Fraud in 15 Months
Binance's AI security prevented over $10 billion in fraud and protected millions of users in 15 months.
Trump says administration not considering bailouts for US air carriers
President Trump stated the administration is not considering airline bailouts, echoing his initial resistance prior to the 2020 CARES Act support.
Three men charged in US over crypto wrench attack spree
Three men were indicted for allegedly kidnapping and robbing cryptocurrency owners of $6.5 million through violent home invasions.
Ethereum Hits 200M Gas Target Ahead Of Glamsterdam Upgrade
Ethereum Foundation achieved a 200M gas limit target for the upcoming Glamsterdam upgrade and appointed new protocol leads.
This Is How Much the Iran War Is Adding to Every American’s Fuel Bill
The Iran war has cost the average American household $287 in additional fuel expenses since February 28.