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Telegram asserts control over TON blockchain, driving momentum
Telegram officially took over TON blockchain operations, causing Toncoin to surge 36% and reducing transaction fees.
US Senate Committee to consider Clarity Act crypto bill next week
The US Senate Banking Committee will review the bipartisan Clarity Act on May 14 to establish a comprehensive digital asset regulatory framework.
Sony, Nintendo face memory price surge amid AI demand
Soaring AI demand for memory chips has triggered significant price hikes for Sony and Nintendo gaming consoles.
Bitcoin briefly slips below $80,000, but options traders are betting the dip won’t last
Bitcoin's dip below $80,000 was driven by profit-taking and leverage unwinding, yet market data suggests traders remain optimistic about future gains.
Court Lets Arbitrum DAO Transfer $71M in ETH Tied to North Korea Hack to Aave
A New York judge has authorized Arbitrum DAO to move $71 million in frozen Ether to Aave to support recovery efforts from a major exploit.
Boston Fed president Collins warns Iran conflict energy shocks could keep rates elevated, pressuring crypto
Boston Fed President Susan Collins warns that geopolitical energy shocks may keep interest rates high, posing significant headwinds for cryptocurrency markets.
Trump faces setback as court strikes down 10% tariff on imports
A federal court ruled Trump's 10% import tariffs unlawful, potentially lowering hardware costs for U.S.-based Bitcoin miners.
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine with prisoner swap
President Trump announced a 72-hour ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, coinciding with Victory Day, alongside a 2,000-person prisoner exchange.
The SEC looks at a 1990s fix for crypto markets to allow true “innovation pathway”
SEC Chair Paul Atkins is exploring a 1990s-style regulatory framework to integrate on-chain trading systems while developing formal crypto-specific rules.
Marco Rubio sanctions Chinese entities over satellite imagery supplied to Iran
Secretary of State Marco Rubio imposed sanctions on Chinese firms for supplying satellite imagery to Iran used in attacks against US forces.
Chainlink (LINK) Hits 3-Month High: What’s Driving The Rally?
Chainlink has reached a three-month high due to significant token accumulation by whales and increased social media engagement.
73% Pump.Fun Traders are in Profit, Best Month Since 2024
In April 2026, over 73% of Pump.fun traders achieved profitability, marking the platform's most successful month since its inception.
Trump expresses hope for extended Russia-Ukraine ceasefire as crypto markets react
Bitcoin surpassed $80,000 as markets responded to a potential Russia-Ukraine ceasefire extension discussed by President Trump.
Lumentum joins Nasdaq-100 Index after stock surges 339% since 2025
Lumentum Holdings will join the Nasdaq-100 Index on May 18, 2026, following a massive surge in market valuation driven by demand for photonic technologies.
Federal Reserve’s Bowman says regulation is pushing corporate lending out of banks and into shadow lenders
Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman argues that excessive banking regulations are driving corporate lending toward less-regulated shadow lenders.
US job growth exceeds expectations, but workforce declines persist
US job growth beat forecasts in April with 115,000 new positions, though long-term labor market trends remain slow and structurally challenging.
OBON Corp. linked to Nvidia chip smuggling scheme that allegedly funneled $2.5B in AI servers to Alibaba
Thai firm OBON Corp. is accused of helping funnel $2.5 billion in restricted Nvidia-powered AI servers to Chinese entities, including Alibaba.
Spot Bitcoin ETFs Log 6th Straight Week of Net Inflows for First Time Since August
US spot Bitcoin ETFs have achieved six consecutive weeks of net inflows, totaling $3.4 billion, the longest streak in over nine months.
Israel urges US to bomb Iran’s energy infrastructure within 24 hours as crypto markets brace for impact
Israel is pressuring the US to target Iranian energy infrastructure amid geopolitical tensions that are impacting energy prices and Bitcoin's market performance.
Trump administration appeals court ruling that blocked IEEPA tariffs
The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court after lower courts ruled that IEEPA does not grant authority to impose import tariffs.
US Treasury targets 10 entities aiding Iran’s military efforts
The US Treasury has sanctioned 10 entities for supporting Iran’s military, marking a continued expansion of its "Economic Fury" sanctions campaign.
Intel soars on Apple chip deal, lifting S&P 500 and NASDAQ to record highs
Intel shares surged following a preliminary manufacturing deal with Apple, helping drive the S&P 500 and NASDAQ to record highs.
Estonia’s FSA issues investor warning for Zondacrypto exchange over MiCA violation
Estonia’s financial regulator issued an investor warning to Zondacrypto for violating MiCA regulations by listing a token without the mandatory white paper.
Jack Mallers Shuts Down The Idea That Wall Street Is A Threat To Bitcoin
Strike CEO Jack Mallers argues that institutional Wall Street involvement does not threaten Bitcoin, as the asset is designed for global adoption by everyone.
TON price doubles after Telegram made a move critics say cuts against crypto’s core promise
Toncoin’s price surged after Telegram announced it would take a leading governance and validation role, despite concerns regarding increased centralization.
UAE exits OPEC after nearly 59 years, escalating tensions with Saudi Arabia over oil production
The UAE will leave OPEC in 2026, ending decades of membership to prioritize production flexibility and independent economic growth over oil-cartel quotas.
Banking trade groups criticize Clarity Act for stablecoin loopholes
Banking trade groups argue the CLARITY Act's Section 404 creates stablecoin loopholes that threaten traditional bank deposits and lending capacity.
US Treasury warns foreign financial institutions of sanctions risks linked to Iran and China
The US Treasury has warned global banks that facilitating transactions for Iran could trigger secondary sanctions, specifically targeting operations in China.
Cloudflare forecasts slower growth, disappointing AI-focused investors
Cloudflare shares dropped significantly after the company forecasted slower revenue growth and reported declining gross margins despite beating first-quarter earnings estimates.
BlackRock plans to launch two tokenized money-market funds for stablecoin investors
BlackRock is expanding its tokenized assets by launching two new money-market funds specifically designed for stablecoin issuers.
Russia and Ukraine agree to three-day truce and prisoner exchange around Victory Day
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a three-day ceasefire and a 1,000-person prisoner exchange, mediated by US President Donald Trump.
Crypto and Equity Markdowns Drive Trump Media’s $406 Million Q1 Loss
Trump Media reported a $405.9 million Q1 2026 loss, primarily driven by unrealized markdowns on its Bitcoin and equity holdings.
BNB Chain’s China-related tokenized stocks surge to $9.3M in value
Tokenized stocks linked to Chinese companies on BNB Chain grew nearly 29-fold this year, reaching a $9.3 million market value.
Why is Ondo Finance Up 70% This Week and Will It Last?
Ondo Finance has surged 70% in a week, driven by institutional partnerships, tokenization developments, and continued accumulation by large-scale whale investors.
US economy adds 115,000 jobs in April, unemployment steady at 4.3%
The US economy added 115,000 jobs in April 2026, significantly exceeding expectations while the unemployment rate remained stable at 4.3%.
Bitwise ranks banks with broadest crypto exposure, including BNY Mellon and JPMorgan
Bitwise's new ranking highlights BNY Mellon and JPMorgan Chase as leaders in integrating cryptocurrency services into traditional global finance.
Nvidia adds Suzanne Nora Johnson to board of directors
Nvidia has appointed former Goldman Sachs Vice Chairman Suzanne Nora Johnson to its board of directors and Audit Committee.
Judge clears path for Aave to move $71 million in ETH linked to North Korea hack
A federal judge allowed Aave to move $71 million in frozen ETH linked to North Korean hackers while maintaining plaintiffs' legal claims.
US adds 115K jobs in April, unemployment rate holds at 4.3%
The US economy added 115,000 jobs in April while unemployment remained stable at 4.3%, impacting financial markets and Federal Reserve expectations.
Senate Banking Committee prepares for markup hearing on crypto bill after stablecoin deal
The Senate Banking Committee will hold a markup hearing on the CLARITY Act on May 14, 2026, following a crucial bipartisan stablecoin agreement.
Wall Street warns of extreme momentum trade risks amid US jobs data
Wall Street analysts warn that concentrated momentum trades and a strong jobs report could trigger significant market instability and risk.
Russia and Ukraine agree to three-day ceasefire, Trump says
Donald Trump announced a three-day ceasefire and prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine starting May 9.
Federal Reserve Spring 2026 survey highlights geopolitical risks, AI concerns as top threats to financial stability
The Federal Reserve's Spring 2026 report identifies geopolitical conflict in the Middle East and AI-related systemic risks as primary threats to U.S. financial stability.
S&P 500 hits $2.6T in call options as AI mania fuels massive gamma squeeze
A record surge in S&P 500 call options driven by AI optimism triggered a massive gamma squeeze, artificially inflating market prices.
US government peace hopes boost stocks, gold, and Bitcoin as crude sinks
Optimism regarding US-Iran peace talks has simultaneously boosted stocks, gold, and Bitcoin, while causing oil prices to decline.
CLARITY Act sees ‘big step forward’ as markup set for May 14
The US Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a markup for the CLARITY Act on May 14, marking progress for crypto regulation.
Federal Reserve releases Financial Stability Report assessing US financial system
The Federal Reserve's latest report highlights systemic pressures, balance sheet reduction plans, and potential recession scenarios while omitting digital asset risks.
US Central Command confirms USS Truxtun, Rafael Peralta, and Mason in Arabian Sea after Iranian attacks
The US Navy deployed three destroyers to the Arabian Sea following Iranian attacks on naval vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.
White House rethinks AI oversight amid security risks from new tools
The Trump administration is considering mandatory AI model vetting due to security risks identified by powerful new tools like Anthropic's Mythos.
US strikes two empty Iranian oil tankers as Bitcoin sheds $58 billion in market cap
The US military disabled two Iranian tankers in the Gulf of Oman, triggering a $58 billion drop in Bitcoin's market capitalization.
Ukraine confirms US-brokered ceasefire and prisoner exchange
Ukraine and Russia conducted a US-brokered prisoner exchange involving 314 captives on May 8, 2026.
Strategy CEO Phong Le highlights Bitcoin’s value for selective sales
CEO Phong Le introduced a new framework allowing Strategy to sell Bitcoin strategically to maximize value for shareholders.
‘Visible Flaws’ In Bitcoiners’ Mid-Bear Market Comparison: Analyst
Analyst Matthew Hyland argues that comparing current Bitcoin price action to mid-bear market trends is flawed due to specific bottoming signals.
CFTC Commitments of Traders report shows equity bulls gaining ground for week ended May 5th
The latest CFTC report reveals growing bullish sentiment in S&P 500 futures and reduced short positions in Treasury futures for the week ending May 5th.
Ripple CEO calls judge’s ruling on XRP a key moment for crypto clarity
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse declared the SEC lawsuit over, hailing the ruling on XRP as a major milestone for cryptocurrency regulatory clarity.
US government seeks balanced trade with China, not system change
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer emphasized that the US seeks balanced trade with China rather than fundamental changes to its economic system.
Trump administration prepares AI security order for US agencies
The Trump administration is drafting an executive order to mandate collaboration between federal agencies and AI firms to strengthen cybersecurity.
Boston Fed President Collins warns Iran conflict fueling inflation, signals rates staying higher for longer
Boston Fed President Susan Collins suggests interest rates will remain elevated as the Iran conflict continues to drive inflationary pressure.
US Central Command strikes two Iranian-flagged tankers in Gulf of Oman, triggering crypto liquidation cascade
US strikes on Iranian tankers in the Gulf of Oman caused oil price surges and a $300 million cryptocurrency liquidation cascade.
Take two: Senate Banking Committee sets a date to amend and vote on sweeping crypto legislation
The Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a May 14 markup session to advance comprehensive crypto regulation legislation.
Senate Banking Committee plans to hold Clarity Act hearing on Thursday
The Senate Banking Committee scheduled a markup hearing for the Clarity Act on May 14 to address digital asset market regulations.
ONDO Finance files SEC no-action letter, joins DTCC consortium for tokenized securities
Ondo Finance has requested an SEC no-action letter and joined a DTCC consortium to advance its tokenized US securities platform.
Payward applies for OCC charter to become federally regulated crypto bank
Kraken parent company Payward has applied for an OCC national trust charter to offer institutional digital asset custody services.
Crypto Exchanges Pushed US Lawmakers to Bar Provision on Risky Tokens: Report
Major cryptocurrency exchanges reportedly lobbied US lawmakers to remove legislative language that could have restricted the listing of certain smaller tokens.
SEC Chair Paul Atkins urges Congress to pass Clarity Act and send it to Trump’s desk
SEC Chair Paul Atkins is calling on Congress to pass the CLARITY Act to establish clear regulatory oversight for digital assets.
What does Bitcoin “Power Projection” mean to the U.S. Military?
U.S. military interest in Bitcoin's proof-of-work protocol centers on its potential as a cybersecurity tool for deterrence and power projection in cyberspace.
Zondacrypto Hit With Investor Warning by Estonia Financial Regulator
Estonia's financial regulator issued an investor warning against Zondacrypto for failing to comply with European Union transparency requirements under the MiCA framework.
ECB’s Lagarde warns against using euro stablecoins to counter dollar dominance
ECB President Lagarde advises against euro stablecoins, favoring central bank money for tokenized finance infrastructure.
Swiss National Bank Bitcoin Reserve Push Fails as Campaign Falls Short
A campaign to force the Swiss National Bank to adopt Bitcoin as a reserve asset has failed due to insufficient public signatures.
Duke law lecturer argues Trump-connected World Liberty Financial issued a security
A Duke law lecturer argues World Liberty Financial's WLFI token may be an unregistered security, citing SEC criteria and profit expectations.