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ARK Invest Ditches $6 Million in Crypto ETFs For $39 Million HOOD Shares After Shaky Robinhood Earnings
ARK Invest purchased $39.4 million in Robinhood shares while selling $6.1 million of its Bitcoin ETF following Robinhood's underwhelming first-quarter earnings report.
Spain emerges as leading EURC retail market in Europe, Brighty data shows
Data from Brighty identifies Spain as the primary retail hub for the EURC stablecoin, driven by frequent, small-value peer-to-peer and daily transactions.
Kast Appoints Former Senior SEC Advisor as US Policy Lead
Stablecoin payment firm Kast has hired former SEC official Stephanie Allen to lead its corporate and policy communications strategy.
Coinbase's asset manager to offer stablecoin credit fund with tokenized share class
Coinbase Asset Management is launching a stablecoin credit fund with tokenized shares for institutional investors on Solana, Ethereum, and Base.
Tether-backed startup Oobit offers AI bots Visa-supported corporate expense cards
Oobit launches Visa-supported corporate expense cards for AI bots, enabling direct USDT spending with built-in controls.
Solana Widens Institutional Push with Europe‑Focused Research Institute
Solana has launched the Switzerland-based Solana Research Institute to assist financial institutions in navigating complex global crypto regulations and blockchain adoption.
GEMI Stock Soars After CFTC Grants Gemini Exchange A Key License
Gemini's stock rose after the CFTC granted the exchange a Derivatives Clearing Organization license to clear trades internally.
Banks push to slow stablecoin law as Agora races for charter
US banks seek to delay stablecoin legislation, while Agora pursues a bank charter to issue stablecoins directly.
South Korea Seeks 20-Year Sentence for Delio CEO Over $169M Crypto Fraud
South Korean prosecutors are seeking a 20-year prison sentence for Delio CEO Jeong Sang-ho regarding a $169 million crypto fraud.
X Users Hate Crypto: Snooze Data Reveals Top Muted Topics
Data from X's snooze feature reveals that crypto is the most muted topic among Premium users, surpassing politics and sports.
FCA Signs Off Rules to Bring Tokenized Funds into UK Regime
The UK's FCA has approved new rules to integrate tokenized funds into the existing regulatory framework.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Aptos (APT) gains 4.4% as nearly all assets rise
The CoinDesk 20 index rose by 1.1% to 2062.95, with 19 out of 20 assets trading higher, led by Aptos and Internet Computer.
Bitcoin ‘trapped below’ key resistance level as ETF outflows stretch to three days amid Fed split
Bitcoin remains below key resistance around $78,000-$79,000 due to Federal Reserve uncertainty and three days of ETF outflows.
Google parent set to open at fresh record after blowout Q1 earnings
Alphabet's stock is poised for a record high following strong Q1 earnings, with revenue up 22% to $109.9 billion.
Gemini secures Derivatives Clearing Organization license as it works toward full CFTC stack
Gemini received a CFTC Derivatives Clearing Organization license, enabling it to expand non-spot trading and build a full-stack derivatives marketplace.
North Korea accounts for 76% of 2026 crypto hack losses, with theft since 2017 topping $6 billion: TRM Labs
North Korean actors were responsible for 76% of all global cryptocurrency hack losses in early 2026, totaling over $6 billion stolen since 2017.
US Gov’t Sues Four States, RWAs Cross $30 billion: Month in Charts
April saw the CFTC challenge state gambling laws, institutional RWA adoption hit $30 billion, and increased regulatory and security developments across crypto markets.
The long con: How North Korean spies spent months in-person to drain $285 million from Drift
North Korean hackers used sophisticated in-person social engineering to steal $285 million from Drift Protocol, signaling a shift toward more precise, targeted attacks.
MARA to buy Long Ridge Energy in $1.5 billion AI data center push
MARA Holdings will acquire Long Ridge Energy for $1.5 billion to build AI data centers, adding significant power capacity.
OKX Publishes Open-Standard Payment Protocol for Autonomous AI Agents
OKX has introduced the Agent Payments Protocol to enable autonomous AI agents to conduct secure, cross-chain financial transactions and commercial activities.
Canada’s $195 Billion Provincial Fund Buys $219 Million MicroStrategy Stake in First Bitcoin Allocation
The Alberta Investment Management Corporation has acquired a $219 million stake in MicroStrategy, marking its first institutional allocation linked to Bitcoin.
Here’s why Bitcoin is stuck below $80,000 and what Powell’s FOMC meeting did for BTC price
Bitcoin faces resistance between $78,000 and $80,000 as high oil prices and Fed uncertainty limit its upward momentum.
Germany’s AllUnity expands EURAU to Solana as euro stablecoins gain traction
AllUnity has launched its euro-backed stablecoin, EURAU, on the Solana blockchain to facilitate faster, cheaper euro transfers.
The Green Beret was just the start: New data suggests a broader insider trading crisis on Polymarket
New data indicates a widespread insider trading issue on Polymarket, particularly in defense bets, beyond a single alleged breach.
Crypto Hacks Hit $630M In April as DeFi Dominates Losses
April saw crypto hacks reach $630M, with DeFi protocols accounting for the majority of losses due to sophisticated exploits.
MegaETH token goes live as major exchanges open MEGA trading
MegaETH's MEGA token launched with trading available on major exchanges after meeting performance milestones.
Wasabi Protocol $5 Million Exploit Accelerates AI-Driven DeFi Hacker Theory
A $5 million exploit of Wasabi Protocol has fueled theories regarding the use of AI-driven hacking tools in DeFi.
US Seized $500M in Iranian Crypto Assets, Treasury Secretary Says
The US has seized nearly $500 million in Iranian crypto assets as part of Operation Economic Fury, aiming to cut off Iran's financial lifelines.
Seasonal trends favor bulls even as BTC price ends April in a defensive mood: Crypto Daily
Bitcoin shows defensive signs at April's end, but seasonal trends and ETF inflows suggest potential for a May rally.
Shinhan Card Partners with Solana for Stablecoin Payments, DeFi Infrastructure
South Korea's Shinhan Card is partnering with the Solana Foundation to test stablecoin payment technologies and integrate DeFi infrastructure into its financial services.
Wasabi Protocol hit by multi-chain attack after admin key compromise
Wasabi Protocol suffered a multi-chain attack due to an admin key compromise, draining liquidity pools and resulting in over $5 million in losses.
BTC price faces $80,000 resistance as derivatives shows signs of risk aversion: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin faces resistance at $80,000 due to profit-taking, macroeconomic headwinds, and signs of risk aversion in derivatives markets.
Crypto hacks continue as Wasabi Protocol drained for $4.5 million in admin key compromise
Wasabi Protocol lost $4.5 million due to an admin key compromise, allowing attackers to drain funds.
Meta’s USDC pilot shows how stablecoins could capture billions in creator payouts
Meta's USDC pilot on Solana and Polygon aims to streamline creator payouts, potentially capturing billions in the creator economy.
Crypto Tops X’s Most-Muted List, and AI Slop May Be Why
Crypto has become the most-muted topic on X, likely due to an influx of AI-generated spam and low-quality content.
Ethereum Bull Tom Lee Backs 3,000% ETH Upside Case
Fundstrat's Tom Lee supports a bullish forecast predicting Ethereum could reach $60,000 by 2030 based on long-term technical trend lines.
South Korea seeks 20-year term for Delio CEO in $169 million crypto case: report
South Korean prosecutors have requested a 20-year prison sentence for Delio CEO Jeong Sang-ho regarding a $169 million crypto embezzlement case.
Bitcoin Juggles $120 Oil and Fed's 'Most Hawkish' Interest-Rate Pause
Bitcoin dipped below $76,000 as high oil prices and a hawkish Fed rate pause impacted risk assets.
Stablecoin fintech KAST appoints former SEC advisor to lead policy communications
KAST has hired former SEC advisor Stephanie Allen to lead policy communications, aiming to boost its public profile.
Ark Invest buys $39 million worth of Robinhood shares, offloads $6 million of its own spot bitcoin ETF
Ark Invest purchased $39.4 million in Robinhood shares and sold $6.1 million of its spot Bitcoin ETF.
Bitcoin’s next risk is hiding in the gap between debt and liquidity
Bitcoin's traditional playbook is broken; debt growth outpaces M2, straining liquidity and impacting asset prices.
THORWallet Partners with Unblock to Expand Global Non-Custodial Mastercard Access
THORWallet partners with Unblock to offer global non-custodial Mastercard access, enabling stablecoin spending worldwide.
Kite Launches Kite Chain and Kite Agent Passport, Enabling Autonomous AI Agent Payments
Kite has launched its mainnet and Kite Agent Passport to provide secure payment and identity infrastructure for autonomous AI agents.
XRP price prediction: Ripple-linked token zooms to FOMO levels on Japan's Rakuten partnership
XRP sentiment has reached a high-risk FOMO zone following a new integration with Japan's Rakuten Pay, historically signaling a potential market correction.
XRP Sees 2nd-Highest Bullish Sentiment in 2 Years: What It Means for the Price
XRP reached its second-highest social sentiment in two years following its integration with Rakuten, though analysts warn of potential short-term price volatility.
W Group Advances European Expansion as White Tech Obtains MiCA Authorization
WHITE TECH has secured MiCA authorization from Croatian regulators, enabling the W Group entity to offer regulated crypto services across the European Union.
DOGE price: Dogecoin zooms 10% in breakaway from bitcoin as open interest hits year-high
Dogecoin surged 10%, outperforming Bitcoin, as futures open interest reached a yearly peak, indicating increased trader leverage and bullish sentiment.
Trump-backed World Liberty Financial races toward 62 billion token unlock with near-unanimous vote
World Liberty Financial is moving toward unlocking 62 billion tokens after receiving overwhelming support in a recent governance vote.
Twenty One Capital shares rise as Tether pushes merger with Strike, Elektron
Tether proposed a two-stage merger for Twenty One Capital with Strike and Elektron Energy, aiming to create a leading Bitcoin company.
SpaceX Ties Musk’s 200 Million-Share Award to Mars Colony and $7.5 Trillion Valuation
SpaceX approved a compensation package for Elon Musk tied to a $7.5 trillion valuation and Mars colonization.
Meta Stablecoin Move Brings USDC Payouts to Select Creators
Meta is rolling out USDC stablecoin payouts for creators in the Philippines and Colombia, with plans for global expansion.
Tillis to Push Senate Banking Markup on Crypto Bill
Senator Tillis will urge the Senate Banking Committee to advance the stalled crypto market structure bill, aiming for a markup vote on May 11.
Centrifuge Expands Institutional Assets to Monad
Centrifuge is integrating tokenized Apollo and Janus Henderson credit assets onto the Monad blockchain to enhance onchain institutional financial services.
Kraken Unveils Bundled Crypto and Tokenized Equity Portfolios
Kraken has launched auto-rebalanced portfolios combining cryptocurrencies and tokenized US stocks for non-US investors.
Tapbit Reinforces Transparency with Proof of Reserves and Independent Security Validation by CertiK
Tapbit has enhanced its platform security and transparency by integrating CertiK's independent validation alongside its existing Proof of Reserves framework.
Brent Crude Jumps to 4-Year High as US-Iran Standoff Deepens
Brent crude prices reached a four-year high, exceeding $120 per barrel, amid escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran.
Ripple expands headquarters in Dubai’s financial hub as regional demand accelerates
Ripple has opened a new headquarters in the Dubai International Financial Centre to support its growing blockchain payment business in the Middle East and Africa.
Bitcoin (BTC) price analysis: Crash risk rises as bond yields surge
Rising U.S. Treasury yields and hawkish Federal Reserve signals are pressuring Bitcoin as investors pivot toward safer, interest-bearing assets.
South Korea’s Shinhan Card to test real-world stablecoin payments on Solana
South Korean credit card giant Shinhan Card is partnering with the Solana Foundation to pilot stablecoin payment systems on the Solana blockchain.
Bitcoin slides toward $75,000, ETH, SOL, XRP drop as oil hits four-year high
Major cryptocurrencies declined as Brent crude oil surged to a four-year high amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
WLFI Token Price Drops 14% After Controversial Token Unlock Proposal Goes to Vote
The WLFI token fell 14% as a contentious governance proposal to lock over 62 billion tokens for early investors and insiders went to vote.
Tether Proposes Plan to Make Twenty One Capital “Premier Bitcoin Company”
Tether Investments intends to merge Twenty-One Capital with Strike and Elektron Energy to create a leading, diversified public Bitcoin entity.
Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could be its prediction market weapon, Arthur Hayes says
Arthur Hayes believes Hyperliquid's HYPE token offers users economic exposure to platform usage, differentiating it from competitors.
Hyperliquid Sets Outcome Token Fees as Prediction Market Race Heats Up
Hyperliquid has published its outcome token fee model on testnet, introducing six scenarios to compete in the prediction market.
Meta Begins Stablecoin Payouts to Select Creators in Colombia and Philippines
Meta is now paying select creators in Colombia and the Philippines using USDC stablecoins on Solana and Polygon.
Peter Schiff Continues to Go After MicroStrategy, But Is He Right This Time?
Peter Schiff questions MicroStrategy's Bitcoin accumulation strategy, noting that the firm's increased holdings failed to prevent a significant decline in Bitcoin's market price.
FBI leads arrests of 276 in global crypto ‘pig butchering’ scams
A global law enforcement operation led by the FBI resulted in 276 arrests and the dismantling of nine crypto-related "pig butchering" scam centers.
276 Arrested as Global Operation Topples Crypto Scam Compounds
International law enforcement arrested 276 individuals and dismantled nine scam centers linked to global pig-butchering crypto fraud schemes.
Twenty One Capital seeks mergers with Strike and Elektron to build premier Bitcoin platform
Tether Investments is backing a merger plan to combine Twenty One Capital with Strike and Elektron to create a comprehensive Bitcoin-focused company.
From Meme Coin to Lawsuits: The One-Year Unraveling Of Justin Sun And Trump
Justin Sun has filed a lawsuit against the Trump-backed World Liberty Financial project following a high-profile fallout between the two parties.