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Tokenized Treasuries hit $15 billion as bitcoin stalls, Fed rate-rise concerns build: Crypto Daily
Tokenized Treasuries reach $15.35 billion amid stalled Bitcoin prices and rising Fed rate-hike fears.
Iran Central Bank’s OFAC-Sanctioned Tron Wallets Mapped by Arkham
Blockchain analytics firm Arkham has publicly mapped Tron wallets linked to Iran's central bank following US-led sanctions on these assets.
Chainlink active addresses reach 8-month high as DeFi protocols migrate $700M in assets
Chainlink's active addresses hit an 8-month high as $700M in DeFi assets moved to CCIP due to security concerns.
SoftBank records $46 billion Vision Fund gain as OpenAI valuation climbs
SoftBank's Vision Fund saw a $46 billion gain, primarily driven by its substantial investment in OpenAI.
Bitcoin (BTC) price holds below $81,000 with Trump-Xi talks on the horizon
Bitcoin maintains stability under $81,000 as investors await upcoming talks between President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping.
Stork promises ‘true’ 24/7 price discovery for stocks and gold tapping Binance and other perps markets
Oracle provider Stork has launched 24/7 price feeds for stocks and commodities by integrating data from perpetual futures markets.
OPEC oil output falls to multi-decade low in April due to Hormuz disruptions
OPEC's April crude oil production hit a multi-decade low due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions, impacting major Persian Gulf producers.
Can Bitcoin Hit New Record Highs 'Within A Year?' Odds Favor BTC Bulls
Historical data suggests a 77% probability that Bitcoin will reach new all-time highs within the next year following current market recovery patterns.
Upexi Net Loss Balloons to $109 Million on Solana Treasury Markdown
Upexi reported a $109.3 million net loss for its fiscal third quarter, largely driven by unrealized markdowns in its Solana treasury holdings.
Vietnam Plans Crypto Market Launch in Q3: Report
Vietnam expects to launch its regulated crypto asset market by the third quarter of 2026 to ensure transparency and safety.
US sanctions firms and individuals over Iranian oil shipments to China
The US Treasury sanctioned entities and individuals involved in smuggling Iranian oil to China to curb IRGC military funding.
Trump-Xi summit aims to reshape US-China relations, and crypto markets are already placing bets
The recent Trump-Xi summit in Beijing sparked Bitcoin growth and investor interest despite the absence of formal crypto policy discussions.
Jane Street Cuts Bitcoin ETFs, Boosts Ether Exposure
Jane Street significantly reduced its Bitcoin ETF and MicroStrategy holdings in Q1 2026 while expanding its investments in Ether ETFs and select crypto-linked equities.
Bitcoin was waiting for cuts. Hot CPI inflation data just put hikes back on the table
Higher-than-expected April inflation data has dampened expectations for interest rate cuts, creating a challenging macroeconomic environment for Bitcoin.
Solana treasury firm Upexi posts $109 million quarterly net loss amid crypto markdowns
Upexi reported a $109.3 million quarterly net loss, primarily due to unrealized markdowns on its digital asset holdings.
The $82,000 battle: bitcoin tests key resistance zone to form next major breakout
Bitcoin is currently challenging a critical resistance zone between $82,000 and $82,500 defined by its 200-day moving averages.
Charles Schwab begins rollout of spot BTC, ETH trading for U.S. retail customers
Charles Schwab has launched spot bitcoin and ether trading for U.S. retail clients on its brokerage platform.
Bitwise CIO says GENIUS Act helped unlock crypto fundraising as tokenization now eyes Clarity Act boost
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan attributes recent large-scale blockchain funding to regulatory shifts like the GENIUS Act and rising institutional demand for privacy.
EToro reiterates commitment to crypto despite falling activity in Q1
EToro remains committed to cryptocurrency despite Q1 declines, planning expansion through its new New York BitLicense and the acquisition of Zengo.
Trump signs executive order banning Wall Street firms from buying homes
President Trump signed an executive order restricting federal backing for institutional investors purchasing single-family homes to prioritize individual buyers.
US releases 53.3M barrels from Strategic Petroleum Reserve as Trump discusses Iran and energy security with Xi Jinping
The US is releasing 53.3 million barrels of oil from its emergency reserve amid geopolitical tensions and high-level talks with China.
Anthropic, OpenAI tokenized PreStocks on Solana plunge after unauthorized equity transfer warnings
Solana-based PreStocks for Anthropic and OpenAI plummeted after both companies warned that unauthorized tokenized equity transfers are invalid.
5 Altcoins Record Double-Digit Losses After Binance Delisting Call
Binance is delisting five altcoins, causing their market values to plummet by double-digit percentages.
Ethereum Foundation Launches Clear Signing Standard to End Blind Wallet Approvals
The Ethereum Foundation introduced the Clear Signing standard to replace risky blind transaction approvals with human-readable, verified descriptions.
US in talks with Denmark to establish new military bases in Greenland
The US is negotiating with Denmark to establish three new military bases in southern Greenland to counter Russia and China.
Kevin Warsh’s Fed nomination clears first Senate vote
Kevin Warsh's nomination to the Federal Reserve Board advanced in the Senate, impacting Bitcoin's price and signaling potential monetary policy shifts.
JPMorgan taps Ethereum and Solana to build an institutional cash stack
JPMorgan has filed for a tokenized money market fund, using Ethereum for fund ownership and exploring Solana for high-speed reserve operations.
S&P 500 market breadth weakens to 22%, lowest levels since 1996
Market breadth in the S&P 500 has dropped to 22%, indicating that only a small fraction of stocks are driving recent index gains.
Trump postpones Beijing summit with Xi amid Iran conflict, rattling oil and crypto markets
President Trump has delayed his Beijing summit with President Xi Jinping as escalating Iran-US tensions disrupt global oil prices and crypto markets.
EToro Income Jumps 37% on Commodities Boom as Crypto Trading Falls
EToro reported a 37% increase in first-quarter net income, driven by strong commodities trading that offset a significant decline in crypto market activity.
Korean won stablecoin KRWQ expands to Solana following March EDX Markets listing
KRWQ, a stablecoin pegged to the South Korean won, is now available on Solana, enhancing on-chain Korean won liquidity.
UAE conducts secret strikes on Iran’s Lavan Island refinery, raising risks for Gulf crypto operations
The UAE's secret airstrikes on Iran’s Lavan Island refinery have triggered retaliatory missile attacks, threatening energy-dependent crypto mining operations in the region.
Meta Employees Protest Mouse-Tracking Tool Built to Train AI Models
Meta employees are protesting an internal tool that tracks mouse movements and keystrokes to train AI models, fearing privacy violations.
China confirms Trump visit for May 13-15 talks with Xi Jinping on Iran and trade
China confirmed President Trump's May 13-15 visit for talks with Xi Jinping on Iran, trade, and rare earth metals.
CLARITY Act Hit With 100+ Amendments Ahead of Senate Banking Markup
Over 100 amendments, including 40 from Senator Warren, have been filed for the CLARITY Act ahead of its Senate Banking Committee markup.
US government alerts banks to IRGC’s sanctions evasion efforts using crypto and front companies
US alerts banks to IRGC's crypto and front company sanctions evasion, potentially worth billions annually.
Ordinals explorer Ord.io to shut down on June 1 due to financial challenges
Bitcoin Ordinals explorer Ord.io and its trading app Zap will cease operations on June 1 due to unsustainable financial difficulties.
Upexi Stock Falls Amid Q3 Widened Net Loss on Solana Holdings
Upexi's stock dropped 8% after a widened $109 million net loss in fiscal Q3, due to decreased crypto holding values.
Indians Will Pay More for Gold After Government Hikes Duty to 15%
The Indian government has increased import duties on gold and silver to 15% to help stabilize the economy amid currency devaluation.
Super Micro Computer projects FY26 net sales of $38.9-40.4B, names Vik Malyala chief business officer
Super Micro Computer forecasts FY26 net sales of $38.9-40.4B and appointed Vik Malyala as Chief Business Officer.
Family of Florida mass shooting victim sues OpenAI in US court
A Florida family is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT facilitated a mass shooting that killed their relative.
Japan’s enterprise-led blockchain to issue yen stablecoin for B2B settlements
Japan Blockchain Foundation will issue EJPY, a yen-pegged stablecoin on JOC and Ethereum for B2B settlements and other Web3 services.
Pi Network Shares KYC Update But Community Backlash Floods In
Pi Network's KYC update reveals over 18.1 million verified users, but community backlash arises over pending approvals.
XRP traders eye $1.5 as Ripple-linked token tops bitcoin (BTC) volumes in Korea
XRP trading volume has surpassed Bitcoin and Ether on major South Korean exchanges, signaling potential volatility.
First US Hyperliquid ETF Clocks $1.2M Inflows on Debut
The 21Shares Hyperliquid ETF (THYP) launched in the US, recording $1.2 million in inflows and $1.8 million in trading volume on its first day.
Bank of Montreal sells truck and trailer financing business to Stonepeak for C$14.5B
Bank of Montreal is selling its truck, trailer, and equipment financing business to Stonepeak for C$14.5 billion.
EU confirms OpenAI offers access to cybersecurity model, Anthropic lags behind
The European Commission has secured access to OpenAI's GPT-5.5-Cyber model for regulatory evaluation, while Anthropic has yet to offer similar access for its Mythos model.
SNC Scandic Coin (SNC) Project Launch: Real Assets Meet Digital Utility
SNC Scandic Coin launches, integrating real-world assets with digital utility for payments and loyalty, emphasizing transparency and compliance.
A Storage Layer Designed to Survive Its Own Provider, Now Live
Xandeum launches Oxorro, a storage platform ensuring data accessibility even if the provider fails.
Elon Musk, Jensen Huang, Larry Fink Among CEOs Trump Is Bringing to China
Donald Trump is bringing several prominent CEOs, including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang, to China for high-stakes trade and diplomatic meetings.
US sanctions twelve entities for sales of Iranian oil to China
The US sanctioned twelve entities for their role in funneling Iranian oil to China, part of a strategy to curb Iran's financial support for illicit activities.
CFTC Backs Kalshi in Ohio Appeals Court Fight
The CFTC supports prediction market Kalshi against Ohio, asserting federal jurisdiction over event contracts.
Copper Hits an All-Time High: Here’s Why It Matters for Altcoins
Copper futures reached a record high, driven by tight supply and increased demand, potentially signaling an upcoming altcoin rally.
ONDO Global Markets reaches $1B in tokenized stock TVL in 8 months
Ondo Global Markets achieved $1B in tokenized stock TVL in under 8 months, leading on-chain finance.
Charles Schwab launches spot BTC, ETH trading to select retail clients
Charles Schwab has launched its "Schwab Crypto" platform, allowing select retail clients to trade spot bitcoin and ether with custodial support from Paxos.
Bitcoin back above $81,000 after hot CPI print, BNB, DOGE lead majors gains
Bitcoin reclaimed $81,000 following a brief dip caused by higher-than-expected U.S. inflation data, while major altcoins saw mixed performance.
Ethereum Community Unveils Feature to End Blind Signing
Ethereum's Clear Signing feature allows users to understand transaction details before signing, preventing blind signing attacks.
Donald Trump to visit China with 16 CEOs including Elon Musk and Tim Cook
Donald Trump is visiting China with 16 prominent CEOs, including Elon Musk and Tim Cook, to address trade tensions and discuss potential economic cooperation.
JPMorgan Picks Ethereum Again in New Money Market Fund Filing
JPMorgan has filed to launch a second tokenized Treasury fund on Ethereum to support stablecoin issuer reserve requirements under the GENIUS Act.
Bitcoin Could Surge as AI Race and War Fuel Money Printing says Hayes
Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will reach $126,000 as global AI competition and geopolitical conflicts drive significant fiat currency printing.
Nevada regulators push back after prediction market conference blames them for move
Nevada gaming regulators denied pressuring a Las Vegas casino to drop a prediction market conference after organizers claimed regulatory interference forced a venue change.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink’s alleged bullishness on Venezuela doesn’t hold up to scrutiny
Claims that BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is optimistic about Venezuela are unfounded and misinterpret his actual comments on AI and geopolitics.
Trump and Xi set to meet in Beijing as Iran war and trade tensions dominate agenda
Trump and Xi Jinping will meet in Beijing to discuss the Iran war, trade tensions, and semiconductor controls.
Senate Files Over 100 Amendments Ahead of Crypto Bill Markup
US Senate Banking Committee members have proposed over 100 amendments to a major crypto market structure bill ahead of an upcoming committee markup.
Aramco CEO warns oil market could lose 100M barrels weekly if Strait of Hormuz remains closed
Aramco CEO warns Strait of Hormuz closure could cost 100M barrels weekly, with market recovery potentially delayed until 2027.
Trump calls Nvidia CEO personally to join China trip amid chip diplomacy tensions
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will join President Trump's China trip at Trump's personal invitation amid US-China chip diplomacy tensions.
Arbitrum DAO clears path to transfer $71M in frozen ETH to Aave
A US federal judge has permitted Arbitrum DAO to vote on transferring $71 million in frozen ETH to Aave for victim recovery efforts.
United Arab Emirates conducts secret airstrike on Iran’s Lavan Island refinery
The UAE reportedly conducted a secret airstrike on Iran's Lavan Island refinery in April 2026, prompting retaliatory attacks against the UAE and Kuwait.
US imposes sanctions on companies aiding Iran’s oil shipments to China
The US sanctioned 13 vessels and 8 entities for facilitating Iranian oil shipments to China to evade international restrictions.
Trump Says Stopping Iran’s Nukes Is “Only Thing That Matters” as Inflation Hits 3.8%
Trump prioritizes stopping Iran's nuclear program over domestic inflation concerns, which reached 3.8%.