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Did Pi Coin Price Just Flash a Date for a 23% Breakout Revival?
Pi Coin's price may see a 23% breakout revival on May 15, coinciding with PiScan's maintenance completion.
Paybis Secures MiCA and Payment Licenses in Latvia in Stablecoin Play
Paybis has obtained MiCA and PSD2 licenses in Latvia to expand its EU crypto and stablecoin services.
Bitcoin pinned near critical support as hot PPI spike compounds rate hike fears: analysts
Bitcoin hovers near $80,000 support as a surge in producer prices intensifies fears of further interest rate hikes.
Crypto wallet provider Ledger puts U.S. IPO plans on hold due to market conditions
French crypto security firm Ledger has paused its U.S. IPO plans due to ongoing market volatility and shifting investor sentiment.
JX Advanced Metals shares fall 15% on $1.6B convertible bond plan
JX Advanced Metals shares dropped 15% following the announcement of a $1.6 billion zero-coupon convertible bond plan.
Bitcoin price just lost $80k because US PPI hit 6% matching 2022 levels, stoking inflation fears
Bitcoin fell below $80,000 following a hotter-than-expected US Producer Price Index report, which triggered broader market inflation concerns.
It’s time for clarity for America’s digital asset markets
The author argues that the U.S. Senate must pass the CLARITY Act to establish clear federal rules for digital assets.
UK government sanctions Iran-linked network over attack plots and shadow banking
The UK sanctioned 12 Iran-linked individuals and entities for plotting domestic attacks and operating illicit shadow banking networks.
Donald Trump to meet Xi Jinping Thursday for high-stakes summit in Beijing
Donald Trump arrives in Beijing for a critical summit with Xi Jinping to discuss trade, Iran, Taiwan, and AI.
Anchorage and Mexican billionaire’s Grupo Salinas ink cross-border payments partnership
Anchorage Digital and Grupo Salinas partner to use stablecoins for faster cross-border dollar payments.
DeFi protocol Transit Finance reportedly hit by $1.8 million exploit
DeFi aggregator Transit Finance was reportedly exploited for $1.8 million in DAI stablecoins.
Nvidia expected to dominate AI compute as agentic inference evolves
Nvidia's Blackwell Ultra platform is set to lead in AI compute, focusing on agentic inference's complex, multi-step task execution.
Farage Faces UK Standards Probe over $7M Gift from Crypto Billionaire
Nigel Farage is under investigation for failing to declare a $6.7 million gift from a crypto billionaire.
US PPI Shocker Hits 6% in April 2026, Crushing Fed Rate Cut Hopes
The US PPI jumped 6% in April 2026, significantly exceeding forecasts and raising concerns about interest rate hikes.
Senate Crypto Bill Faces Over 100 Amendments Ahead of Thursday Markup
The Senate Banking Committee will mark up a crypto bill with over 100 amendments, focusing on stablecoin yields and ethics provisions.
Strategy’s STRC may be fueling recurring mid-month bitcoin rallies, K33 says
Strategy's STRC preferred stock may be driving mid-month Bitcoin rallies by facilitating BTC purchases before ex-dividend dates.
The Boring Market Crypto May Actually Fix
Blockchain technology, specifically via XDC Network, aims to revolutionize the massive and inefficient global trade finance market.
Blockaid Launches Real-Time Compliance Suite as Institutions Deepen Crypto Exposure
Blockaid's new Risk Exposure suite offers real-time compliance for institutions in crypto and DeFi, addressing regulatory needs.
Bank of Japan signals potential rate hike next month over inflation risks
The Bank of Japan is considering a rate hike as early as June due to inflation risks from geopolitical instability.
Anthropic, OpenAI tokens plunge as AI firms say pre-IPO share transfers are invalid
AI firms Anthropic and OpenAI declared pre-IPO share transfers invalid, causing their associated tokens on Solana to plummet.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: SUI drops 3.2% as index trades lower
The CoinDesk 20 index fell 0.3%, led by SUI and TAO's declines while DOT and BNB saw gains.
Telecom giant KDDI invests $65M in Coincheck to expand blockchain finance
KDDI is investing $65 million in Coincheck to expand blockchain finance through a new joint venture.
Why is bitcoin down today: Hotter-than-expected inflation data knocks BTC below $80,000
Bitcoin dipped below $80,000 as hotter-than-expected U.S. producer price inflation data for April surged.
$11.77 Trillion Brokerage Giant Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin Trading Platform
Charles Schwab now offers spot Bitcoin trading to retail clients in the US via its new Schwab Crypto platform.
Metaplanet Q1 Operating Profit Rises as Bitcoin Loss Widens
Metaplanet's Q1 operating profit surged due to Bitcoin option income, but widening Bitcoin valuation losses led to a significant ordinary loss.
Ethereum closes gap with Solana as DEX volumes converge near $45 billion
Ethereum and Solana are approaching parity in monthly DEX volumes, both nearing $45 billion.
XRP Mid-Tier Holders Hit Record 332,230 Wallets Despite 20% YTD Drop
Despite a 20% year-to-date drop, XRP mid-tier holders (10,000+ XRP) reached a record 332,230 wallets, indicating strong conviction.
Anthropic declares unapproved stock transfers void as pre-IPO scams surge
Anthropic warns that unauthorized stock transfers, particularly those via unapproved platforms or tokenization, will not be recognized by the company.
Japan’s Satsuki Katayama coordinates with Scott Bessent on FX policy, and crypto markets are paying attention
Japan's Finance Minister and US Treasury Secretary discussed FX policy, impacting crypto markets due to currency volatility.
Central banks draw $16.4B from People’s Bank of China swap lines in Q1
Central banks drew $16.4B from China's swap lines in Q1 2026, the highest in two years, indicating a search for liquidity.
Bitcoin vs XRP: Ripple CTO Reveals the Fatal Incentive Flaw in BTC
Ripple CTO David Schwartz argues that block production rewards in networks like Bitcoin create perverse incentives that harm users.
Bitcoin Bulls Target $100K as Strategy’s STRC Enables More BTC Buying This Week
Strategy may purchase over 3,000 BTC this week as STRC stock recovers, potentially driving Bitcoin toward $100,000.
XRP sees record growth in large-holder wallets as accumulation outpaces volatility
XRP Ledger wallets holding at least 10,000 XRP hit a record 332,230, indicating sustained accumulation despite market volatility.
The 2020 signal returns: Why the copper-to-gold breakout could point to bitcoin (BTC) breakout
The copper-to-gold ratio's breakout above its 200-day moving average, last seen in 2020, historically precedes Bitcoin rallies.
Bitcoin holders can now hide more of their activity, but only by trusting new middlemen
Starknet's strkBTC allows shielded Bitcoin transactions, but requires trusting new intermediaries for privacy.
Coinbase-Backed Legend Shuts Down With a Lesson: Hide the Crypto to Win Users
Legend, a DeFi app backed by Coinbase, is shutting down, with its founder stating that successful crypto products must hide the blockchain to attract mainstream users.
Coinbase Launches x402 Batch Settlement to Advance AI Payments
Coinbase-backed x402 introduces batch settlement for AI agent payments, reducing costs for high-frequency, low-value transactions.
Metaplanet posts $725 million Q1 net loss as bitcoin markdowns outweigh operating gains
Metaplanet reported a $725 million Q1 loss driven by bitcoin valuation adjustments, despite strong growth in its operating businesses and bitcoin income strategies.
DAPPOS Launches xBubble: An AI Agent That Learns and Uses AI for You
DAPPOS has introduced xBubble, an AI agent designed to automate complex tasks by handling model selection and tool orchestration for users.
MovitOn Acquires Glocalzone to Bring 1.3M P2P Logistics Users Into Web3
DePIN startup MovitOn has acquired the peer-to-peer logistics platform Glocalzone to integrate its 1.3 million users into a Web3 delivery ecosystem.
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.