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Spiral and Block launch Loupe to hunt Bitcoin vulnerabilities
Spiral and Block have introduced Loupe, an AI-powered security tool designed to identify and help remediate vulnerabilities in open-source Bitcoin software projects.
CLARITY Act Faces Partisan Fight Over Ethics on Senate floor
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act, though the bill faces intense partisan debate regarding ethics and regulatory standards.
Kraken Parent Payward Makes Deep Cuts as IPO Pressure Mounts
Payward, the parent company of Kraken, is laying off 150 employees to streamline operations ahead of a potential future IPO.
Augustus CEO Says Banks Can’t Be Rebuilt for AI as OCC Backs Stablecoin Bank
Augustus Bank’s CEO claims legacy banks cannot adapt to AI and stablecoins, as his startup secures conditional approval for a new AI-integrated national bank.
Anthropic, OpenAI declare unauthorized AI startup shares worthless
Anthropic and OpenAI have declared unauthorized secondary share sales void, rendering investments via unapproved SPVs and tokenized platforms potentially worthless.
XRP traders see growing bullishness as ETFs log record inflows
US spot XRP ETFs recorded $25.8 million in net inflows on May 11, marking their highest daily total since January.
Copper prices surge to record $6.5 per pound amid tight supply and AI-fueled demand
Copper prices hit record highs due to supply chain constraints, sulfuric acid shortages, and surging demand from AI and renewable energy infrastructure.
Strategy aims for $100B AUM with STRC liquid credit product
Strategy is launching STRC, a liquid credit product aiming for $100 billion in assets under management while targeting double-digit yields.
X Algorithm Repo Sits at One Commit 4 Months After Open-Source Promise
Four months after Elon Musk's pledge, the X algorithm repository remains unchanged with only one commit, drawing criticism over transparency.
Court halts order declaring new Trump tariffs unlawful for now
A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked an order that deemed new Trump tariffs unlawful, keeping them in effect.
Crypto is no longer a single industry, and that may be bullish
Crypto has fragmented into distinct industries, each with unique drivers, potentially leading to more sustainable growth.
DMND and RootstockLabs Partner To Bring Stratum V2 To Merge-mining
DMND and RootstockLabs are integrating Stratum V2 to allow miners to independently manage merge-mining for the Rootstock sidechain.
$1.75 Trillion SpaceX IPO Hardwires Elon Musk As Single-Point Founder Risk
SpaceX's IPO filing reveals Elon Musk's absolute control, making his departure an existential risk and raising governance concerns.
Poland Approves Crypto Bill Amid Looming MiCA Deadline
Polish lawmakers approved a crypto bill to align with EU's MiCA, despite previous presidential vetoes and ongoing concerns.
CME, NYSE lobby Washington to regulate Hyperliquid over manipulation and sanctions fears
Major exchanges CME and NYSE are urging US regulators to scrutinize Hyperliquid due to concerns regarding market manipulation and sanctions compliance.
Magic Eden commits $75M to DiceyHQ as on-chain casino exits private beta
Magic Eden has pledged $75 million to support the public launch and operations of the blockchain-based casino and sportsbook platform, DiceyHQ.
Poland passes MiCA crypto bill as $96 million Zondacrypto probe deepens: report
Poland has approved legislation to implement EU crypto regulations amid an ongoing investigation into a $96 million fraud case involving Zondacrypto.
21Shares’ Hyperliquid ETF posts ‘best day’ inflows of $5 million as Coinbase becomes treasury deployer
21Shares’ Hyperliquid ETF recorded its strongest performance yet with $4.9 million in inflows following Coinbase's new role as treasury deployer.
Strategy to retire $1.5 billion in convertible notes at a discount, may sell bitcoin to fund buyback
Strategy plans to buy back $1.5 billion in debt at a discount, potentially using bitcoin sales alongside cash and equity offerings.
Dogecoin has ‘crazy things on the horizon’ as ecosystem grows beyond Elon Musk, says DogeOS founder
DogeOS founder Jordan Jefferson believes the Dogecoin ecosystem is maturing and thriving independently of Elon Musk's previous influence.
Strategy may sell Bitcoin to finance $1.5B convertible note repurchase
MicroStrategy may utilize its Bitcoin reserves to help fund a $1.38 billion repurchase of its 2029 convertible notes.
EEA Privacy Working Group releases first report on enterprise privacy for Ethereum
The Enterprise Ethereum Alliance published a new report providing a framework to help businesses assess privacy and regulatory compliance on the Ethereum blockchain.
Sam Altman testifies Elon Musk demanded 90% control of OpenAI
Sam Altman testified that Elon Musk sought near-total control of OpenAI during its early years, contradicting Musk's claims of being betrayed by the organization.
Strategy (MSTR) Files to Repurchase $1.5B in 2029 Convertible Notes as STRC Hits Record $1.53B Daily Volume
Strategy is repurchasing $1.5 billion in convertible notes as its preferred stock, STRC, achieves record daily trading volume.
CME & NYSE Reportedly Move to Rein In Hyperliquid, But Why?
CME Group and ICE are reportedly urging US regulators to increase oversight of Hyperliquid due to concerns regarding market manipulation and sanctions compliance.
Moscow Exchange eyes 24/7 crypto trading in push to rival foreign platforms
The Moscow Exchange is planning to introduce 24/7 cryptocurrency trading to compete with global platforms and expand its digital asset services.
Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide
Poland has passed new cryptocurrency legislation to align with EU regulations amid a major fraud investigation involving the exchange Zondacrypto.
South Korea to Announce Tokenized Securities Laws in July
South Korea's Financial Services Commission will release new regulations for tokenized securities in July to prepare for a 2027 market framework rollout.
Trump family trust bought Coinbase and these crypto-related stocks in Q1, ethics filing shows
A financial disclosure reveals the Trump family trust acquired various crypto-related stocks during the first quarter of 2026 amid ongoing regulatory shifts.
World Liberty Financial co-founder defends transparency of smart contracts amid Justin Sun lawsuit
World Liberty Financial co-founder Zak Folkman defends smart contract transparency following a lawsuit from Justin Sun over frozen tokens.
US CPI rises 0.6% in April, bond yields climb amid inflation concerns
The US Consumer Price Index rose 0.6% in April, pushing annual inflation to 3.8% and driving up bond yields.
Tokenomics Goes Beyond Token Supply and Founders Keep Getting It Wrong
Tokenomics is more than supply allocation; it is a comprehensive economic model defining utility, demand, and long-term sustainability for crypto projects.
Bitget Enters Mexico Market With SAT and UIF Registration
Bitget has officially registered with Mexico's tax and financial intelligence authorities, strengthening its presence in the Latin American crypto market.
Canton Network Turns Bullish After a Super Validator Signal
Canton (CC) rallied 8% after Societe Generale joined the network as a Super Validator to deploy institutional stablecoins.
Global Bond Markets Are Imploding: But What Are They Saying About China, Oil, and the Economy?
Global bond yields are surging due to rising oil prices and inflation concerns, creating a divergence between bond markets and optimistic stock valuations.
OKX said to pursue 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone
OKX and Korea Investment & Securities are reportedly considering acquiring 20% stakes in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone.
THORChain Halts Trading After ZachXBT Flags $10M Exploit
THORChain suspended trading activity following a $10 million exploit identified by blockchain investigator ZachXBT.
OpenAI sued over ChatGPT’s alleged role in teen’s fatal overdose
The parents of a college student are suing OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT provided dangerous medical advice that contributed to their son's fatal overdose.
Myanmar bill proposes death penalty for scam coercion, life imprisonment for crypto fraud: report
A new Myanmar parliamentary bill proposes capital punishment for forced online scam labor and life imprisonment for crypto-related fraud operations.
Hyperliquid Token Price Jumps 23% in a Day: Can The Bullish 'HYPE' Sustain?
Hyperliquid's HYPE token surged 23% following new US spot ETF launches and a strategic treasury partnership with Coinbase.
OKX Reportedly Eyes Coinone Stake Amid South Korea Crypto Race
Global exchange OKX is reportedly in talks to acquire a stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone to expand its market presence.
NASDAQ 100 extends losses with 2.1% drop as inflation fears rattle tech stocks
The NASDAQ 100 fell 2.1% as persistent inflation fears and dampened rate-cut expectations triggered a selloff in tech stocks.
IREN closes $3 billion convertible notes offering as Bitcoin miner’s AI infrastructure push accelerates
IREN has successfully raised approximately $2.96 billion through a convertible notes offering to fund its strategic expansion into AI cloud infrastructure.
HYPE jumps as Coinbase and Circle back Hyperliquid’s stablecoin model
Coinbase and Circle’s support for Hyperliquid’s AQAv2 upgrade, featuring a protocol-aligned USDC model, caused a significant surge in HYPE token prices.
THORChain loses $11 million in suspected exploit as RUNE tumbles 13%
THORChain halted trading after a suspected exploit drained $11 million, causing the RUNE token price to drop by 13%.
ZachXBT Flags Multi-Chain THORChain Exploit as Stolen Funds Surge Past $10 Million
Onchain investigator ZachXBT reported a multi-chain exploit on THORChain resulting in over $10 million in stolen assets.
THORChain pauses trading as security researchers flag suspected $10M multi-chain exploit
THORChain has suspended trading following reports from security researchers of a potential multi-chain exploit resulting in over $10 million in losses.
Bit Digital Joins Growing List of Crypto Firms Reporting Quarterly Losses
Bit Digital reported a $146.7 million Q1 2026 loss, primarily driven by mark-to-market declines on its Ethereum treasury holdings.
Victims of Iran attacks seek court order for turnover of $344 million in USDT frozen by Tether
U.S. terrorism judgment creditors have requested a court order forcing Tether to transfer $344 million in frozen USDT linked to the IRGC.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s investments face GOP scrutiny ahead of IPO
Republican lawmakers are investigating OpenAI CEO Sam Altman over potential conflicts of interest regarding his personal investments in companies tied to OpenAI.
Forward Industries posts over 300% revenue growth but wider quarterly net loss amid SOL markdowns
Forward Industries reported 319% revenue growth alongside a $283.1 million net loss driven by Solana asset markdowns.
South Korea’s Hana Financial Scoops up 2.2M Dunamu Shares
Hana Financial Group is acquiring a 6.55% stake in Dunamu, operator of the crypto exchange Upbit, for approximately $668 million.
Senate Banking Committee votes on Clarity Act, favoring Bitcoin and Coinbase staking
The Senate Banking Committee is debating the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which aims to regulate digital assets and crypto-staking services.
How CLARITY Act survived a chaotic Senate markup after Warren, Banks and Democrats tried to slow it down
The Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act in a 15-9 vote following intense debate and procedural conflicts between Republicans and Democrats.
Cardano Whale Holdings Hit All-Time High as ADA Price Tumbles
Cardano whale wallets holding at least 1 million ADA have reached a record high in holdings despite the token's recent price decline.
CFTC approves capital comparability order for nonbank swap dealers in EU
The CFTC now allows French nonbank swap dealers to satisfy US capital requirements by complying with French financial regulations.
OKX set to acquire 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone: report
OKX and Korea Investment & Securities are reportedly planning to each acquire a 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone.
Community Bank discloses security lapse after unauthorized AI app exposure
Community Bank reported a data breach caused by an employee uploading sensitive customer information to an unauthorized AI application.
MicroStrategy’s STRC Notches $1.53 Billion in Daily Volume for New Record
MicroStrategy’s STRC preferred stock reached a record-breaking $1.53 billion in daily trading volume, highlighting increased investor interest in the Bitcoin-linked asset.
Bit Digital reports 14% revenue drop in Q1, driven by lower ETH staking rewards
Bit Digital's Q1 revenue fell 13.6% to $27.9 million, primarily due to declines in ETH staking, cloud services, and crypto mining income.
B2C2 secures MiCA license in Luxembourg to offer OTC trading services across EU
B2C2 has become the first global OTC liquidity provider to secure a MiCA license, enabling services across the European Union.
Signal Says it Might Exit Canada if Forced to Comply with Lawful Access Bill
Signal has threatened to withdraw from Canada if proposed legislation forces the company to weaken its end-to-end encryption for law enforcement access.
Australia Crypto Investors Face Higher Taxes Under Proposed CGT Rules
Proposed Australian tax reforms could increase capital gains burdens and discourage long-term cryptocurrency holding by removing existing discount incentives.
Kraken Switches from LayerZero to Chainlink after Kelp DAO Hack
Kraken is migrating its cross-chain infrastructure from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP, joining other protocols following security concerns after the Kelp DAO exploit.
Strategy’s STRC Hits Record $1.5B Daily Trading Volume
Strategy’s STRC stock reached a record $1.5 billion in daily trading volume, potentially providing capital for significant new Bitcoin acquisitions.
Bullish Posts Q1 Earnings Miss, $605M Loss
Bullish shares fell after the crypto exchange reported a Q1 earnings miss and a net loss of $605 million.
Qualcomm drops 13% as chip stocks retreat from AI rally
Qualcomm shares fell 13% amid a broader semiconductor sell-off driven by cooling AI infrastructure demand and market overheating.
BloFin WOW (War of Whales) 2026 Grand Prix Opens Registration for $5,000,000 Trading Championship
BloFin has opened registration for its WOW 2026 Grand Prix, featuring a $5,000,000 prize pool and a new human-versus-AI competition format.
Anthropic Outlines 3 Measures to Keep US Ahead of China in AI
Anthropic has proposed three policy strategies to help the US maintain a 12-to-24-month lead over China in the artificial intelligence sector.
EIA forecasts crude oil prices could rise $20/bbl if Strait of Hormuz remains closed through June
The EIA warns that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz through June could increase crude oil prices by $20 per barrel.