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Amazon’s new AI wallet: AWS, Coinbase, and Stripe build payment rails for bots
AWS, Coinbase, and Stripe have launched a new payments infrastructure enabling AI agents to conduct autonomous financial transactions using stablecoins.
Bitcoin price news: BTC closing May over $76,000 would confirm bull market, Tom Lee says
Tom Lee states that if Bitcoin maintains its price above $76,000 through May, it will definitively confirm the end of the bear market.
The stablecoin queue: 20 banks and tech giants are waiting to issue tokens with Anchorage Digital
Anchorage Digital CEO Nathan McCauley says up to 20 major institutions and tech firms are waiting to launch stablecoins using the bank's infrastructure.
‘Buy more Bitcoin than you sell’: Saylor reaffirms accumulation stance after floating possible sales
Michael Saylor reiterated his Bitcoin accumulation strategy, suggesting selling Bitcoin to fund dividends while still increasing holdings.
BlackRock says Bitcoin and liquid alternatives gain appeal as 60/40 portfolio loses its edge
BlackRock suggests adding Bitcoin, gold, and liquid alternatives to portfolios to hedge against the weakening diversification benefits of the traditional 60/40 model.
Here’s Why Cristiano Ronaldo and Taylor Swift Lost Millions of Followers on Instagram
Meta removed millions of fake and inactive followers from celebrity Instagram accounts using new AI-driven moderation tools.
BNB Price Drops As Treasury Pressures Binance After Iran Crypto Reports
BNB's price fell after the U.S. Treasury demanded stricter compliance from Binance regarding Iran's alleged use of crypto to bypass sanctions.
Genius Group closes $8M offering to buy stake in Bermuda digital bank
Genius Group raised $8M to acquire a 9.9% stake in Bermuda's Jewel Bancorp, a dual-licensed digital bank.
The great derivatives disconnect: Why 'negative' funding is actually a bullish signal for Bitcoin
Bitcoin's rare negative funding rates indicate heavy short positioning, which historically acts as a bullish signal for future price performance.
The AI boom looks like dot-com mania, but Bitcoin bulls have one profitable reason to keep buying
Bitcoin benefits from the current equity market uptrend as investors prioritize high-growth assets despite stretched valuations.
JPMorgan says Strategy’s bitcoin buying could reach $30 billion this year at current pace
JPMorgan analysts project that Strategy may spend $30 billion on bitcoin purchases this year, citing accelerated buying and favorable financing conditions.
Ripple-linked XRP slips 25% below $1.42 as traders watch breakout
XRP price retracted below $1.42 despite positive institutional developments regarding tokenized Treasury settlements involving Ripple, JPMorgan, and Mastercard.
Germany Mulls Crypto Tax Overhaul, 1‑Year Exemption at Risk
Germany is considering ending its one-year tax exemption on crypto gains from 2027 to raise revenue and improve compliance.
Arbitrum Poised to Unfreeze $71M ETH Passes With 90% in Favor
A governance proposal to release $71 million in ETH frozen following the Kelp DAO exploit is set to pass with 90% support.
Crypto ETF boom continues with debut of first fund to track Canton
21Shares has launched the first U.S. ETF to track Canton Coin, reflecting the growing institutional interest in the privacy-focused Canton Network blockchain.
Kraken Parent Payward Buys Reap in $600M Stablecoin Payments Push
Kraken's parent company, Payward, is acquiring Reap Technologies for up to $600 million to boost its stablecoin payments and B2B financial infrastructure.
Crypto for Advisors: beneath the crypto surface
Advisors are building durable crypto allocations beyond Bitcoin, focusing on ETH and SOL for blockchain growth and yield.
Can Silver Reclaim Its $121 All-Time High Before May Ends?
Silver is trading near $79 after a 3% jump, with potential to reach its $121 all-time high if dollar weakness and bullish futures positioning persist.
The $700 million migration: Why Solv Protocol is ditching LayerZero for Chainlink
Solv Protocol is moving over $700 million in assets to Chainlink's CCIP, deprecating LayerZero due to security concerns after recent hacks.
AWS taps Coinbase and Stripe to power USDC payments for AI agents
AWS integrates Coinbase and Stripe for AI agents to make USDC payments, enabling autonomous transactions.
Polygon Reduces Block Production Time to 1.75 Seconds
Polygon has reduced its block time to 1.75 seconds, increasing transaction throughput and improving efficiency for payments and DeFi.
XRP May Soar to $12 as Price Holds Cycle Bottom Zone for Months
XRP is testing a key support level, with analysts predicting a potential surge to $12 based on historical patterns and ETF inflows.
Kalshi confirms $1 billion raise that values the firm at $22 billion amid prediction market boom
Kalshi raised $1 billion at a $22 billion valuation, boosting institutional services amid a prediction market boom.
TradFi Giants Offer Crypto Talent Stability and Prestige as Crypto Firms Cut Staff
Major financial firms are hiring crypto talent, offering stability and higher pay as crypto companies face layoffs.
Aave rewrites the rulebook for asset listings after $293 million exploit
Aave is expanding its asset listing criteria to include cybersecurity following a major $293 million KelpDAO exploit.
Bitcoin price analysis: BTC tests Bollinger Bands breakout as its creator flips bullish
John Bollinger's fund has taken a bullish position in Bitcoin as the asset tests a Bollinger Bands breakout.
Kalshi hits $22 billion valuation after $1 billion raise led by Coatue
Kalshi reached a $22 billion valuation after a $1 billion Series F funding round led by Coatue.
Bitcoin’s potential bull run return faces pandemic-style fear as Hantavirus scare gets amplified
Bitcoin faces potential volatility as a Hantavirus outbreak sparks pandemic-style fears, testing the asset's institutional maturity compared to 2020.
ANTPOOL, Block Inc, F2Pool, Foundry, Spiderpool, MARA Foundation & DMND Join Stratum v2 Working Group
Major mining entities join the Stratum v2 Working Group to advance the protocol's adoption and decentralization.
Vitalik Buterin gets sandwiched by 'JaredfromSubway' as Ethereum MEV risks linger
A notorious bot front-ran Vitalik Buterin's token swap, highlighting ongoing MEV risks on Ethereum.
Bitwise to take over Superstate’s $267 million tokenized Crypto Carry Fund
Bitwise is becoming the investment manager for Superstate's $267 million tokenized Crypto Carry Fund, marking its entry into tokenized funds.
Kalshi closes $1 billion raise at $22 billion valuation as Wall Street piles in
Kalshi raised $1 billion at a $22 billion valuation, driven by increased institutional investment and plans for expansion.
Altcoins Are Pumping, but the Data Says Altseason is Not Coming
Despite some altcoins rallying, on-chain data and analyst sentiment suggest a full altseason is not imminent.
South Korea Confirms 22% Crypto Tax Goes Ahead in January 2027
South Korea will implement a 22% tax on crypto gains starting January 2027 for investors earning over $1,800 annually.
Eric Trump’s Bitcoin miner holds over 7,300 BTC after record quarterly production
American Bitcoin Corp., co-founded by Eric Trump, now holds over 7,300 BTC after record Q1 production and strategic purchases.
Core Scientific Q1 Loss Hits $347M As Mining Revenue Falls
Core Scientific reported a $347.2M Q1 loss, with AI hosting revenue surpassing Bitcoin mining.
Kraken parent Payward to acquire Hong Kong stablecoin firm Reap for $600 million
Kraken's parent company, Payward, is acquiring Hong Kong-based Reap Technologies for $600 million to expand its stablecoin payment infrastructure in Asia.
$202 Million Bitcoin Whale Move Ignites Supercycle Buzz as Legendary Signals Flash Bullish
A $202 million Bitcoin withdrawal from Binance by a whale, combined with bullish technical signals, is fueling supercycle speculation.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) drops 1.2%, leading index lower
The CoinDesk 20 index is down 0.2%, with Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Near Protocol (NEAR) among the biggest decliners.
Mysten Labs’ Abiodun says Sui processed over $1 trillion in stablecoin volume since August as it eyes free, private payments
Sui processed over $1 trillion in stablecoin volume, aiming for free, private payments with agentic workflows.
Bitwise enters tokenization in takeover of Superstate’s $267 million 'carry fund'
Bitwise is acquiring Superstate's $267 million crypto carry fund, marking its entry into tokenized investment products.
Solana Bulls Reclaim Control After Weeks of Selling, Eye 14% Breakout
Solana shows signs of a bullish reversal with an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern and net SOL outflows from exchanges, targeting a 14% breakout.
Gate Launches Localized Fiat Onramp for CIS Regions: Enabling Seamless Crypto Access
Gate has launched a localized fiat onramp for CIS regions, allowing users to buy crypto with local currencies via familiar payment methods.
Kraken to buy stablecoin payments firm Reap in $600 million deal: Bloomberg
Kraken's parent company, Payward, will acquire stablecoin payments firm Reap for $600 million to expand its Asian infrastructure.
VanEck Sees Bitcoin Reach $1M on ‘Mega Adoption’ Trend
VanEck's Matthew Sigel predicts Bitcoin will reach $1 million within five years due to a 'mega adoption' trend.
SoFi’s crypto relaunch brought in $121.6 million in Q1. Almost all of it went to costs
SoFi's crypto relaunch generated $121.6 million in Q1 revenue, but nearly all of it was consumed by $120.7 million in costs.
TD Cowen raises Strategy price target to $395 on shift toward STRC issuance and improved BTC Yield outlook
TD Cowen increased Strategy's price target to $395, citing improved capital efficiency from STRC issuance and a better BTC Yield outlook.
SIREN Price Explodes Almost 50% in 24 Hours, Targets $1.70 Next
SIREN price surged nearly 50% in 24 hours, breaking resistance and targeting $1.70, with potential for higher levels.
Bitcoin treasury firms outline $3 trillion opportunity in BTC-backed digital credit at Consensus
Executives at Consensus highlighted a potential $3 trillion market for Bitcoin-backed digital credit as an emerging yield-generating financial instrument.
Kraken co-CEO says tokenized equities won’t ‘open the floodgates’ for institutions overnight
Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi predicts that institutional adoption of tokenized equities will be a gradual, multi-year process rather than an immediate transformation.
Kraken parent strikes $600 million deal to acquire Asian stablecoin firm Reap
Payward, the parent company of Kraken, is acquiring Hong Kong-based fintech firm Reap Technologies for $600 million in a cash and stock deal.
Zcash just exploded 40% – and the privacy coin rally is no longer just a crypto-native trade
Zcash surged 40% as institutional investors embrace its privacy features as a hedge against global financial surveillance and wealth-seizure risks.
Kraken Buys Reap for $600 Million as Asia Stablecoin Race Heats Up
Kraken is acquiring Hong Kong-based Reap Technologies for $600 million to expand its stablecoin services in Asia.
CoinStats CEO Narek Gevorgyan on Building a Crypto AI Agent for Real-Time Research
CoinStats CEO Narek Gevorgyan explains how their domain-specific AI improves crypto research through real-time data integration and privacy-focused tools.
Bitcoin (BTC) narrowly missed a major breakout. History says be careful.
Bitcoin recently fell below $81,000 after failing to breach the key 200-day moving average, signaling potential caution amid historical market patterns.
Purge of millions of crypto tokens underway, BTC needs it for sustainable bull cycle: Ben Cowen
Analyst Ben Cowen argues that a necessary "junk coin" purge is currently cleansing the market, clearing the way for a sustainable bitcoin bull cycle.
South Korea defends 22% crypto tax as fair amid calls to delay rollout
South Korea maintains its plan to implement a 22% tax on cryptocurrency gains by 2027, rejecting claims of unfairness compared to stock investment policies.
eBay Suspends GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen Mid $56 Billion Acquisition Battle
eBay briefly suspended GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen after he used his personal seller account to campaign for his $56 billion hostile takeover bid.
Crypto Burglar Who Broke into Homes to Steal Hardware Wallets Gets 78 Months
A 20-year-old California man received a 78-month prison sentence for his role in a $250 million crypto theft conspiracy involving physical home invasions.
Ethereum Price Eyes Mid-Week Bounce as Selling Pressure Craters 85%
Ethereum is showing signs of a potential price rebound as technical chart patterns and a sharp decline in exchange inflows suggest fading selling pressure.
Bitwise CEO says four-year crypto cycle is dead as institutional era takes hold
Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley argues the traditional four-year crypto market cycle has ended, replaced by an era of mainstream institutional adoption and stability.
Bored Ape NFTs are finally making a comeback as crypto traders rediscover their appetite for risk
Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs are rebounding as crypto traders shift back toward speculative assets, signaling a potential revival in the NFT market.
The “never sell” Bitcoin treasury trade is seriously starting to crack
Corporate Bitcoin treasury strategies are shifting from permanent accumulation toward active selling for debt management and dividend funding.
Bitcoin stalls below $83K while altcoins flash bullish rotation: Crypto Markets Today
Bitcoin consolidated near $83,000 as investors rotated capital into altcoins, which outperformed majors amid improving market sentiment.
Safety first: Why Adam Back says Bitcoin is winning the 'DeFi security war'
Adam Back argues that Bitcoin’s simple, robust architecture makes it more appealing to institutions than vulnerable, experimental DeFi ecosystems.
Pantera says $321 billion tokenization market remains in ‘newspaper-on-a-website’ phase despite 60% growth
Pantera Capital reports that despite significant market growth, most tokenized assets still function merely as traditional wrappers rather than native onchain instruments.
Core Scientific sold $208 million of bitcoin in Q1 as AI pivot continues
Core Scientific reported a Q1 loss while selling $208 million in bitcoin to fund its strategic transition toward AI-focused data center operations.
Trusted Volumes Confirms $6.7M DeFi Resolver Exploit
Market maker TrustedVolumes confirmed a $6.7 million exploit, while 1inch clarified that its own protocols and user funds remain unaffected.
BNY expands crypto custody push in Abu Dhabi
BNY has partnered with Finstreet and ADI Foundation to launch institutional-grade cryptocurrency custody services within the Abu Dhabi Global Market.
BNY to Launch Institutional Bitcoin, Ethereum Custody for Investors in UAE
BNY is partnering with Finstreet and ADI Foundation to offer institutional digital asset custody services in the United Arab Emirates.