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Senators Warren, Wyden press Tether and Commerce Secretary Lutnick over loan to family trust
Senators Warren and Wyden are questioning Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Tether over a loan provided to a trust benefiting Lutnick's children.
Eric Trump Gives His Unsurprising Bitcoin Prediction in Las Vegas
At the Bitcoin 2026 conference, Eric Trump predicted that the price of Bitcoin will reach $1 million per coin.
Coinbase’s ‘CUSHY’ stablecoin fund to launch tokenized share class via Superstate in Q2
Coinbase and Superstate will launch the CUSHY stablecoin fund in Q2, offering tokenized shares for institutional investors.
How DeFi is changing the financial landscape for Latin Americans
Decentralized finance is becoming a practical financial tool for Latin Americans by offering accessible interfaces and bridging local markets to global liquidity.
Musk says most crypto coins are scams as OpenAI ICO plans surface in court
Elon Musk testified that most cryptocurrencies are scams during a trial involving OpenAI, which also revealed early internal discussions about launching an ICO.
Morgan Stanley's Oldenburg: Bitcoin on U.S. bank balance sheets is coming, just not yet
Morgan Stanley executive Amy Oldenburg predicts U.S. banks will eventually hold Bitcoin, though regulatory and structural hurdles currently prevent immediate adoption.
The legal risks and practical considerations of digital asset blacklisting
U.S. law enforcement increasingly uses voluntary blacklisting to freeze digital assets, shifting the burden of proof onto holders to prove their funds' legitimacy.
Senator Warren questions Commerce Secretary Lutnick on Tether loan to family
Senators question Commerce Secretary Lutnick regarding a reported Tether loan to his family.
Polymarket adds Chainalysis tools to detect insider trading
Polymarket integrates Chainalysis tools to combat insider trading and enhance regulatory compliance on its prediction market.
MegaETH opens MEGA trading following seven-day launch countdown
MegaETH launched its MEGA token after a seven-day countdown, with trading now live on major exchanges.
The government should promote innovation, not punish it
The Sacramento District Attorney argues against using outdated laws to criminalize decentralized software developers, urging clear regulation instead of overreaching prosecution.
Crypto is the most “muted” term on X as public splits between believers and avoiders
X's new topic muting feature shows crypto is the most snoozed term, indicating a public split between enthusiasts and those avoiding the content.
Bitcoin stuck below $80K as options wall builds overhead
Bitcoin faces resistance below $80K due to a large options contract wall, causing selling pressure and liquidations.
Gemini wins CFTC clearinghouse approval as it deepens prediction market push
Gemini has received CFTC approval to operate its own clearinghouse, enabling deeper expansion into prediction markets and derivatives.
99.2% of omni-chain Tether-backed stablecoin holders have less than $1,000 USDT0
Data shows 99.2% of USDT0 holders hold under $1,000, highlighting strong retail engagement in the omni-chain stablecoin ecosystem.
Meta Stock Loses $175 Billion After AI Expense Estimate Shakes Shareholders
Meta's stock fell 10%, losing $175 billion, due to a higher AI infrastructure spending forecast for 2026.
Can Bitcoin Still Lock in its Best Monthly Gains Since April 2025?
Bitcoin eyes its best monthly gains since April 2025 despite a negative Coinbase Premium and bearish outlook.
‘Not circular’: Benchmark defends Strategy’s STRC bitcoin accumulation model
Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer defends Strategy's STRC preferred stock model, refuting claims that the bitcoin accumulation strategy is a circular Ponzi scheme.
WhiteBIT Coin Nears All-Time High After Daily Channel Breakout
WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) broke through daily resistance, signaling potential for a move toward its all-time high of $64.40.
X launches major ad overhaul as everything app ambitions expand
X is rebuilding its advertising platform from the ground up to improve performance and support Elon Musk's vision for an everything app.
A Polymarket-linked bet on the weather in France forecasts a major data issue
A temperature-based betting incident at a Paris airport highlights critical vulnerabilities in the data integrity infrastructure supporting modern prediction and financial markets.
Gemini shares surge on potential prediction market challenge to Kalshi, Polymarket, Hyperliquid
Gemini secured a derivatives clearinghouse license from the CFTC, enabling expansion into prediction markets and causing its shares to rise by 7%.
Solana yield exchange Exponent raises $5 million seed led by Multicoin Capital
Exponent, a Solana yield exchange, raised $5 million in seed funding led by Multicoin Capital to expand its platform.
Coinbase targets stablecoin investors with tokenized credit strategy
Coinbase Asset Management launched CUSHY, a digital credit strategy for institutions, leveraging stablecoins and onchain finance.
Polymarket taps Chainalysis to bring Wall Street-level oversight to crypto prediction markets
Polymarket partners with Chainalysis for real-time oversight to prevent insider trading and market manipulation.
Anchorage Digital and M0 team up to power next wave of regulated stablecoins
Anchorage Digital is partnering with M0 to provide infrastructure for institutions to mint and manage regulated stablecoins.
Polymarket taps Chainalysis to police insider trading as it seeks $15 billion valuation, CFTC signoff
Polymarket partners with Chainalysis to combat insider trading and fraud, aiming for a $15 billion valuation and CFTC approval.
What Is MegaETH and Why Is the MEGA Token So Hyped?
MegaETH launched its MEGA token on April 30, 2026, aiming for real-time Ethereum performance with unique tokenomics and strong ecosystem support.
US seizes nearly $500M in Iran linked crypto as Bessent says sanctions push regime into crisis
The US has seized nearly $500 million in Iranian-linked crypto assets as part of a campaign to economically isolate the regime.
Bitcoin miner MARA to acquire Long Ridge in $1.5 billion Ohio gas plant deal
MARA Holdings is acquiring Long Ridge Energy & Power for $1.5 billion to expand into power and digital infrastructure assets.
US Treasury yields spike to highest levels in a year adding new problem for Bitcoin liquidity
Rising U.S. Treasury yields and high oil prices are creating a macro-environment challenge that threatens Bitcoin's recent price recovery.
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.