Trump's China visit may ease trade tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations amid ongoing geopolitical challenges. The post Trump confirms China visit for May 14-15 amid diplomatic tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The market is healing: Bitcoin is ready to test an important resistance for the first time in ages, while Ethereum and Toncoin bracing themselves for impact.

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Bitcoin options show bulls targeting $115,000 by year-end but are traders becoming overly optimistic?

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Six issuers are now behind the biggest milestone yet in Ethereum-based government debt. A Market Built By Many Hands BlackRock’s BUIDL fund, issued through Securitize, holds the largest share. But the race to $8 billion wasn’t a one-company story. Franklin Templeton’s iBENJI, WisdomTree’s WTGXX, Ondo Finance’s USDY, Centrifuge’s JTRSY, and Superstate’s USTB all contributed to […]

Tom Lee Predicts: Bitcoin Closing May Above Ends Bear Market and Sparks New Bull Run Bitcoin is on fire right now. After tough times, it’s showing real strength. Experts like Tom Lee, a top voice in crypto, say the bear […] The post Tom Lee Predicts: Bitcoin Closing May Above $76,000 Ends Bear Market and Sparks New Bull Run appeared first on Blockmanity.

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A federal court has sentenced a California man to 78 months in prison for his role in a social engineering conspiracy that authorities say stole more than $250 million in cryptocurrency. The ‘Instrument of Last Resort’ A U.S. federal court has sentenced a California man to 6 1/2 years in prison for his role in […]

Coinbase reported record crypto market share as derivatives, stablecoins, and on-chain products gained traction. The company posted $202 billion in quarterly trading volume and said retail derivatives annualized revenue topped $200 million. Coinbase Hits Record Market Share as Derivatives Revenue Tops $200 Million Coinbase Global Inc. (Nasdaq: COIN) reported on May 7 that its first-quarter […]

The provisions in the crypto market structure bill are still under review by the banking and crypto lobbies as a new poll shows bipartisan voter support for the legislation.

US Treasury officials reportedly sent a letter to Binance pressing the crypto exchange on compliance with a 2023 deal, after reports circulated that the company had facilitated transactions linked to Iran.

Animoca Brands chairman Yat Siu told Consensus Miami 2026 that the metaverse is over as a consumer destination, and that 100 billion AI agents will become blockchain’s primary users. Animoca Brands chairman Yat Siu told Consensus Miami 2026 on Thursday…

Arthur Hayes has a theory about what controls the Bitcoin price. Speaking during Consensus Miami 2026, Hayes positions that Bitcoin’s value is mostly propped up by the expansion of the fiat money supply across the United States and the rest of the world. Bitcoin Price Still Comes Down To Liquidity Speaking at Consensus Miami 2026, […]

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Prediction markets closed out Consensus Miami 2026 as the subject of a live debate on whether they are regulated financial derivatives or gambling products operating outside state law. Prediction markets closed out Consensus Miami 2026 on Thursday as the subject…

The leading prediction market closed its Series F funding round, led by Coatue, to reach institutions, which are Kalshi’s next target audience. The move comes as the company reported an astounding rise in annualized volume, going from $52 billion to $178 billion over the last six months. Kalshi Closes Series F Funding Round, Reaches $22 […]

TLDR 21Shares launched the 21Shares Canton Network ETF on Nasdaq under the ticker TCAN. The ETF provides direct exposure to Canton Coin, the native token of the Canton Network. The Canton Network focuses on privacy-preserving blockchain infrastructure for institutional finance. Major firms, including Goldman Sachs, Microsoft, and DTCC, support Digital Asset, the network’s primary developer. [...] The post Crypto ETF Market Expands With 21Shares TCAN Debut appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Vitalik Buterin’s XDB token swap triggered a sandwich attack from the JaredfromSubway MEV bot on Ethereum. The bot executed more than $1 million in trades before and after Buterin’s transaction confirmed. Blockchain data showed the sandwich attack happened in Ethereum block 24993038 on April 30. JaredfromSubway used SushiSwap and Uniswap V2 pools to manipulate [...] The post JaredfromSubway Targets Vitalik Buterin in $1M Sandwich Trade appeared first on Blockonomi.

Two affiliates of the crypto-backed PAC Fairshake reported media buys for political candidates in Georgia, Alabama, Nebraska, Kentucky and Texas this week.

TLDR BitMine may slow its Ethereum purchases as it approaches its 5% supply target. Chairman Tom Lee said the company could reach the 5% goal within six weeks at its current pace. BitMine held 5.18 million ETH as of May 3, equal to 4.29% of total supply. The company bought 101,745 ETH in the previous [...] The post BitMine Plans to Slow ETH Buying Near 5% Supply Goal appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Amazon Web Services launched Bedrock AgentCore Payments to support automated USDC transactions for AI agents. The company partnered with Coinbase and Stripe to provide wallet infrastructure and blockchain payment rails. Developers can choose between Coinbase and Stripe wallets and fund them with stablecoins or fiat. Coinbase enabled agentic micropayments through the open x402 protocol [...] The post AWS Partners Coinbase, Stripe for USDC Agent Payments appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Coinbase reported a net loss of $394.1 million in the first quarter of 2026. The company recorded a $482 million loss on crypto assets held for investment. Total revenue fell 31% year over year to $1.41 billion. Transaction revenue declined 40% to $756 million during the quarter. Subscription and services revenue dropped 14% to [...] The post Coinbase Reports $394M Loss as Revenue Drops 31% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Mason Lynaugh, executive director of Stand With Crypto, took the Consensus Miami 2026 stage on Thursday to outline how the group’s 2.7 million advocates will engage in the November midterms. Mason Lynaugh, executive director of Stand With Crypto, outlined the…

The Swiss banking giant has officially disclosed exposure to XRP in a newly surfaced SEC Form 13F filing.

Despite market sentiment still in fear territory as prices trend lower, a crypto trader has continued to accumulate Ethereum (ETH), signaling confidence in the cryptocurrency’s potential. The analyst has stated that the recent bearish signals and muted price action are not signs of weakness but hint at an underlying bull trend forming. He remains optimistic […]

TLDR American Bitcoin increased its Bitcoin holdings to more than 7,300 BTC valued at about $592 million. The company produced 817 Bitcoin in Q1 2026, marking its strongest quarterly output to date. American Bitcoin also purchased around 803 Bitcoin during the quarter to expand reserves. Total Bitcoin reserves grew by roughly 1,600 BTC in a [...] The post Eric Trump’s Miner American Bitcoin Tops 7,300 BTC appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Coinbase shares fell about 5% after hours as Q1 revenue dropped to $1.4 billion and the exchange posted a $394 million loss. The post Coinbase reports $394M Q1 loss as stock declines 5% after hours amid trading slowdown appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR Nvidia stock rose about 3% to $213.53 in early trading after gaining 5.8% in the previous session. Goldman Sachs reaffirmed a Buy rating on Nvidia and maintained a $250 price target. The bank expects a beat-and-raise quarter based on current supply and demand trends. Major technology companies increased their 2026 capital expenditure forecasts to [...] The post Nvidia Stock Advances 3% Ahead of Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

Executives at federally regulated banks told a Consensus Miami 2026 panel that crypto companies are increasingly seeking bank licenses as the industry moves toward regulated financial infrastructure. Executives at federally regulated banks told the Consensus Miami 2026 Policy Summit on…

"SOL still looks like one of the strongest coins in the market," one analyst claimed.

A federal court has sentenced a California man to 78 months in prison for his role in a social engineering conspiracy that authorities say stole more than $250 million in cryptocurrency. The ‘Instrument of Last Resort’ A U.S. federal court has sentenced a California man to 6 1/2 years in prison for his role in […]

The integration allows AI agents built on Amazon Bedrock AgentCore to make USDC micropayments and access services autonomously using Coinbase’s x402 protocol.

Institutional investors are gradually increasing crypto exposure as Bitcoin leads allocation preferences amid rising fund inflows and improving market sentiment.

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TLDR Shopify Inc stock rose 3.55% on May 7 and outperformed the Software and IT Services sector, which gained 2.16%. The company exceeded analyst expectations for revenue and earnings per share in the first quarter of 2026. Gross Merchandise Volume remained above $100 billion for the second consecutive quarter. The stock initially declined after Shopify [...] The post Shopify Inc Stock Climbs 3.55% on Renewed Earnings Focus appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR BlackRock said advisors should consider Bitcoin, gold, and liquid alternatives as portfolio diversifiers. The firm reported that stock and bond correlations have remained elevated since 2020. BlackRock found that Bitcoin had a 0.53 correlation with the S&P 500 from 2022 to early 2026. The report showed that gold recorded a 0.19 correlation with equities [...] The post BlackRock Flags Bitcoin as 60/40 Strategy Weakens appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR Germany plans to change its crypto tax framework from 2027 to raise €2 billion in revenue. Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil said the government wants to tax cryptocurrencies differently. Germany currently exempts private crypto gains from tax after a one-year holding period. The finance ministry confirmed that the one-year rule also applies to staking and [...] The post Germany Plans 2027 Crypto Tax Reform, Holding Rule in Focus appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stablecoin yield compromise puts CLARITY back in motion. The CLARITY Act, a sweeping U.S. digital asset market structure bill, is inching closer to its next procedural test in the Senate after negotiators released compromise language on stablecoin rewards that had…

Breadcrumbs analyst James Delmore presented a live breakdown of crypto PAC spending at the Consensus Miami 2026 Policy Summit on Thursday. James Delmore, a research analyst at Breadcrumbs who has tracked crypto industry political spending since the 2024 cycle, took…

Rising institutional interest at Bitcoin conferences marks a pivotal shift in the crypto market's maturity. The post Arjun Sethi: Kraken balances institutional needs with decentralization, Bitcoin conference reflects market maturity, and inflationary pressures pose risks to crypto | Galaxy Brains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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TLDR Ondo Finance, Ripple, JPMorgan, and Mastercard completed a near real-time US Treasury redemption on the XRP Ledger. XRP price increased by 2.5% during the week following the announcement. ONDO surged 29% as traders reacted to the tokenized Treasury activity. The transaction settled in under five seconds across borders. Santiment reported that ONDO captured stronger [...] The post XRP Price Trails as ONDO Gains 29% on Treasury News appeared first on Blockonomi.

Binance has been under heightened scrutiny in recent months over allegations that it helped facilitate illicit crypto activity tied to Iran. The latest development is that the US Treasury Department has delivered a private ultimatum to the exchange. Binance Under The Spotlight Again According to The Information, the US Treasury sent a letter to Binance […]

Binance faces renewed Treasury scrutiny over potential Iran linked sanctions violations as its US monitorship remains in focus. The post Binance receives Treasury letter over potential sanctions violations tied to Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin hit resistance at $82,800, triggering a drop below $80,000, but a $1.105 billion weekly inflow into spot BTC ETFs could slow sellers.

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Blockstream CEO Adam Back told Consensus Miami 2026 that bitcoin is winning a security war against DeFi, and that pension funds and sovereign entities are the next buyers. Blockstream CEO Adam Back argued at Consensus Miami 2026 that Bitcoin’s comparatively…

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US moves to tokenize capital markets, signaling a major shift in financial regulation and accessibility. The post Yoni Assia: Financial software complexity limits market access, younger generations demand user-friendly solutions, and the US is moving towards tokenizing capital markets | Raoul Pal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Perplexity's ARR surge highlights the gap between AI advancements and consumer adaptation in tech growth. The post Dmitry Shevelenko: Consumer AI usage has plateaued, revenue is a more reliable metric than user numbers, and the gap between AI capabilities and consumer behavior hinders growth | Big Technology appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP vs : Which Crypto Will Dominate the Next Bull Run? In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrencies, two giants stand out: and . Over the past year, they’ve taken very different paths. XRP dropped by about 35%, while Ethereum climbed […] The post XRP vs Ethereum: Which Crypto Will Dominate the Next Bull Run? appeared first on Blockmanity.

Senator Ashley Moody took the Consensus Miami 2026 stage on Thursday to tell the crypto industry how she sees the relationship between Washington and digital assets. Senator Ashley Moody took the Consensus Miami 2026 stage on Thursday alongside Digital Chamber…

Bitcoin lenders at Consensus Miami 2026 said crypto lending must look and feel more like traditional banking if it wants institutional capital to keep flowing in. Bitcoin lenders at Consensus Miami 2026 argued that the future of crypto lending does…

A company that publicly commits to only ever accumulating BTC will give short sellers and arbitrageurs more angles to exploit.

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Bullish momentum is building around the crypto market, and Bitcoin, the leading digital asset, is steadily trending upwards, breaking past key resistance levels that previously capped its rally. Since BTC’s price found its footing again, positive sentiment has improved around the asset, with buying activity increasing significantly over the past few days. The Recent Bitcoin […]

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Senate Banking Committee action on the CLARITY Act is reportedly moving closer, with draft text circulated to select industry members before a potential Thursday vote. Unresolved bracketed sections, stablecoin rewards, and ethics restrictions remain central issues. Senate Banking Draft Moves Toward Thursday Committee Vote The Senate Banking Committee is reportedly moving closer to action on […]

Geopolitical tensions and strategic stockpiling are reshaping global oil markets and economic stability. The post Louis-Vincent Gave: Oil prices are high but not yet a crisis for equity markets, geopolitical tensions could push prices to $200, and countries must stockpile resources for economic independence | Macro Voices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A new national survey by polling firm HarrisX reveals that American voters across the political spectrum are demanding clear federal regulations for digital assets.

The post Bobby Lee: Bitcoin’s potential to reshape global finance, the importance of regulatory clarity for crypto, and why digital assets are the future of money | This Past Weekend appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Donald Trump Jr. and Zach Witkoff took the main stage at Consensus Miami 2026 on Thursday to defend World Liberty Financial as the project fights a federal lawsuit from Justin Sun. Donald Trump Jr. and Zach Witkoff took the Consensus…

Eric Trump has hyped the future of the crypto market, stressing that cryptocurrency is being adopted by large Wall Street companies like Merrill Lynch, Charles Schwab, and JPMorgan. In parallel, Trump also stated that digital assets democratized finance for everyday people. Eric Trump Predicts Explosive Growth of the Crypto Market While the cryptocurrency industry has […]

AMD dominates data center AI while Qualcomm (QCOM) fights to diversify beyond smartphones. Compare their 2026 earnings and Wall Street targets. The post AMD vs. Qualcomm (QCOM): Which Semiconductor Stock Wins the AI Battle in 2026? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Himax (HIMX) stock surged 30% after Q1 2026 earnings topped estimates. Revenue hit $199M, beating forecasts despite 7.5% YoY decline. Analysts hold at $8. The post Himax Technologies (HIMX) Stock Surges 30% Following Strong Q1 Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

American Bitcoin posted an $81.8 million net loss in Q1 2026, even as the Trump-backed miner set a new quarterly production record of 817 BTC and cut its mining cost by 23%. American Bitcoin reported a net loss of $81.8…

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BitMine may slow ETH purchases as Tom Lee says the firm could reach its 5% Ethereum supply goal within weeks. The post BitMine may slow ETH buying pace as it nears 5% supply goal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Michael Saylor says Strategy is “converting digital capital Bitcoin into digital credit (STRC) and digital equity (MSTR),” pitching a three‑layer capital stack with BTC as reserve asset, STRC as yield‑focused credit, and MSTR as the levered equity layer. Michael Saylor,…

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Ripple and XRP moved further into institutional finance after Mastercard, Ondo Finance, and Kinexys by JPMorgan completed a major blockchain-based settlement pilot involving tokenized US Treasuries. Announced on May 6, 2026, the pilot transaction connected the XRP Ledger with traditional interbank payment rails, offering a clearer picture of how blockchain networks operate alongside global banking […]

Bitcoin reversed its weekly gains, dropping from a multi-month high of $82,833 to an intraday low of $79,500. The Iran Peace Deal Factor On May 7, bitcoin reversed course, dipping below $80,000 to effectively erase gains made since Monday. As shown by the daily chart, the top cryptocurrency—which reached a multi-month high of $82,833 some […]

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Nvidia (NVDA) stock climbed 2% as CEO Jensen Huang prepares to join Trump's China summit. Analysis of what the Beijing trip means for AI chip exports. The post Nvidia (NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang to Accompany Trump on High-Stakes China Summit appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cathie Wood's ARK purchased $32.6M in Shopify shares after record Q1 earnings while selling $15.6M of AMD. Details on the strategic portfolio shift. The post ARK Invest Shifts $32M Into Shopify (SHOP) While Continuing AMD (AMD) Exit appeared first on Blockonomi.

SoFi generated $121.6 million in crypto transaction revenue in Q1 2026, its first detailed public disclosure since the bank relaunched crypto trading, but $120.7 million of that went to costs. SoFi’s relaunched crypto unit generated $121.6 million in transaction revenue…

Senate Banking may notice a CLARITY Act markup as soon as tomorrow after months of delays over stablecoin rewards and draft text. The post Senate Banking prepares CLARITY Act markup after months of delays appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Amprius (AMPX) stock crashed 27% after hours despite Q1 revenue jumping 153% YoY to $28.5M. EPS miss of -$0.04 triggered the selloff. The post Amprius (AMPX) Stock Plunges 27% Despite Q1 Revenue Surge of 153% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Anthropic partners with SpaceXAI for Colossus 1 supercomputer access, adding 220K+ Nvidia GPUs to double Claude limits as ARR reaches $44B. The post Anthropic Partners With SpaceXAI for Massive GPU Access to Expand Claude Infrastructure appeared first on Blockonomi.

Shiba Inu's total holder base is inching toward 1.6 million.

The Bitcoin advocate spoke up after Michael Saylor signaled that the company might sell some BTC, a major departure from the Strategy founder's previous rhetoric.

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Fresh capital from top Wall Street and Silicon Valley firms signals increasing confidence in regulated event trading and retail prediction markets.

Core Scientific sold $208 million in bitcoin in Q1 2026 to fund its shift to AI data center operations, as colocation revenue surpassed mining for the first time. Core Scientific sold 2,385 bitcoin for $208.3 million in the first quarter…

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Crypto was supposed to create value. In April 2026, most of it is destroying it. Arbitrum, once the crown jewel of Ethereum’s Layer-2 ecosystem, is trading at $0.11, down 95% from its all-time high of $2.39. The network is growing. TVL crossed $20 billion. Stablecoin supply on Arbitrum hit $8 billion. The El Dorado partnership [...] The post Spartans Crypto Casino Is Paying $7 Million a Month To Players While Aptos Near $1 & ARB Down 95% From ATH appeared first on Blockonomi.

: Key Crypto Updates You Need to Know In the fast-moving world of cryptocurrency, despite being 35% below its all-time high of $126,000 from October 2025. This stability shows strong market confidence. At the same time, big news from and […] The post Bitcoin Holds Above $81,000: Kraken’s MoneyGram Deal Boosts Adoption, Tether Smashes $1B Q1 Profit appeared first on Blockmanity.

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GameStop (GME) stock declined after CEO Ryan Cohen proposed a $56B acquisition of eBay, sparking concerns about financing and deal viability. The post GameStop (GME) Stock Slides Following Ryan Cohen’s Audacious $56B eBay Takeover Bid appeared first on Blockonomi.

Paul Tudor Jones sees 1-2 years left in AI bull market, predicts 40% upside, and warns of sharp correction when market cap hits 300-350% of GDP. The post Paul Tudor Jones: AI Rally Has 1-2 Years Left Before Major Correction appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitwise will take over Superstates $267M crypto carry fund as tokenized investment products gain institutional traction. The post Bitwise enters tokenized funds with planned takeover of Superstate’s $267M USCC fund appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Germany's potential crypto tax reform could deter long-term investors, impacting its status as a crypto-friendly hub and affecting market dynamics. The post Germany may end tax break on one-year crypto holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A Swift and Silent Theft: In the fast-paced world of cryptocurrency, fortunes can be made or lost in the blink of an eye. A recent incident in Bengaluru has left the crypto community stunned. A woman watched helplessly as vanished […] The post Crypto Wallet Disaster: Woman Loses ₹20 Lakhs in Shocking Minutes-Long Hack appeared first on Blockmanity.

The race to own the blockchain financial infrastructure is heating up with the launch of Circles USDC Stablecoin and Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) on Injective. This integration is a major step towards the ability to create cross-chain liquidity, DeFi for institutions and faster settlement of blockchains. CCTP and native USDC are officially live on Injective’s mainnet, giving developers, traders, and institutions in Injective access to the 2nd-largest regulated stablecoin in Injective’s high-throughput financial ecosystem as verified by Circle. This latest move expands Circle multi-chain footprint even more so now having USDC as sort of the settlement layer for a globe The post Circle Brings Native USDC And CCTP To Injective As Cross-Chain DeFi Infrastructure Expands appeared first on The Merkle News.

CrowdStrike (CRWD) stock soared 6% after unveiling Jet, a mobile app that streamlines partner deal registration to under 30 seconds and includes CrowdCard. The post CrowdStrike (CRWD) Surges 6% Following Mobile App Release for Channel Partners appeared first on Blockonomi.

Qualcomm (QCOM) stock jumps 8% to $208.92 on OpenAI chip partnership, Q2 earnings beat, and automotive revenue milestone. Argus raises target to $220. The post Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Soars 8% on OpenAI Partnership and Stellar Q2 Results appeared first on Blockonomi.

Coinbase added x402 and wallet infrastructure to Amazon Bedrock Agentcore Payments, expanding payment tools for AI agents. The integration supports governed micropayments and USDC settlement across Base and Solana. Coinbase Gives Amazon Bedrock Agents Wallet Capabilities Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) announced on May 7, 2026, that Amazon Bedrock Agentcore Payments now integrates its x402 […]

Bitwise has launched the Bitwise Crypto Carry Fund (USCC), its first tokenized investment product for institutional investors that will enable them to earn yield from crypto markets through blockchain-based infrastructure in partnership with Superstate. That should be a significant step in the ongoing process of merging traditional finance with decentralized finance systems. According to Bitwise, as of April 30, 2026 the fund had approximately $267 million in assets under management and is one of the larger tokenized crypto asset investment products currently available on the market. One important distinguishing feature of this fund is that it has exposure to leading The post Bitwise Launches $267M Tokenized Crypto Fund appeared first on The Merkle News.

Bitwise plans to take over Superstate’s tokenized crypto carry fund as demand for actively managed onchain investment products continues to grow.

Hosted by Luna PR, the fourth edition of the Crypto Polo Cup (CPC) will take place on May 9, 2026, at the Santa Clara Polo Club, alongside Consensus Miami.

Tether is also branching out by announcing QVAC MedPsy, an open-source medical reasoning model aimed at edge and local deployment. The initiative represents a purposeful entrance into the fast-moving world of AI, where privacy, efficiency and availability come to be more beneficial than processing capability itself. QVAC MedPsy, stick to its vision of performing on consumer grade hardware unlike most AI systems that depend too heavily on the cloud infrastructures. Eliminating transmission of sensitive medical data to external servers minimizes privacy risks and provides the additional benefit of latency savings from this local-first approach. As world tensions rise around the The post Tether Launches QVAC MedPsy to Blaze New Trails in Efficiency of Medical Reasoning appeared first on The Merkle News.

The crypto market this May is full of mixed signals. The latest Hedera price prediction shows HBAR stuck below $0.10 despite huge enterprise wins, while the Zcash ZEC price is climbing fast as buyers rush into privacy coins. Both stories tell different sides of the same market, one about partnerships that fail to lift price, [...] The post Hedera Activity Grows & Zcash Rallies Past $420, But BlockDAG’s Casino & 246X ROI Are Pulling Bigger Crowds appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: ether.fi ran 70,000 active cards and 300,000 accounts uninterrupted during a full live chain migration. Separating card payment accounting from onchain settlement was the architectural decision that made zero downtime possible. Gnosis Safe’s deterministic deployment eliminated address reconciliation — a common blocker in cross-chain moves. Since closing the migration, TVL has surged from $220M [...] The post How ether.fi Moved $220M to OP Mainnet Without Pausing a Single Card Payment appeared first on Blockonomi.

Kraken’s $600 million acquisition of Reap folds a Hong Kong stablecoin business‑payments specialist into its stack, with Payward issuing stock at a $20 billion valuation to anchor its IPO‑era M&A currency. Kraken’s parent company Payward Inc. has agreed to acquire…

Ethereum continues to trade within a broader consolidation structure as the market struggles to establish sustained bullish momentum. Nevertheless, weakening momentum indicators and growing signs of seller activity suggest that the market could be preparing for another corrective move in the short term. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe, ETH is […]

The Ministry of Economy and Finance has officially confirmed that South Korea will begin taxing virtual assets starting January 2027. Official Stance on Implementation Timeline A top South Korean finance official reportedly confirmed that the government intends to begin taxing virtual assets in January as originally scheduled, marking the first time the Ministry of Economy […]

Former SWIFT Chief Innovation Officer Tom Zschach has poured cold water on Ripple's recent tokenization pilot with Wall Street giants.

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TLDR: Tether 1.7B model beat Google’s MedGemma-4B by 11+ points despite being less than half the size. The 4B model cuts token output by 3.2x, reducing compute costs and enabling faster on-device responses. QVAC MedPsy runs fully local in GGUF format, keeping sensitive patient data off remote cloud servers. Models were tested across eight benchmarks, [...] The post Tether Launches Medical AI Models That Run on Phones and Beat Larger Systems appeared first on Blockonomi.

Anthropic’s tokenized pre‑IPO shares now imply a $1.2T valuation—above OpenAI—showing how on‑chain markets are front‑running late‑stage AI pricing before any IPO. In February 2026, Anthropic closed a Series G round at a $380 billion post-money valuation, led by GIC and Coatue, already…

Bitcoin crossed $80,000 for the first time in three months over the weekend, but it did not do so quietly. On-chain analytics firm Santiment recorded net realized profits of $207.56 million on Sunday, the highest single-day reading in a month, as holders who had accumulated Bitcoin at significantly lower prices moved their coins into a […]

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BlackRock says Bitcoin and gold can help diversify portfolios as stock and bond correlations weaken traditional allocation models. The post BlackRock says Bitcoin and liquid alternatives gain appeal as 60/40 portfolio loses its edge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Saylor's strategy highlights the potential volatility and risk management challenges in leveraging Bitcoin for corporate financial obligations. The post ‘Buy more Bitcoin than you sell’: Saylor reaffirms accumulation stance after floating possible sales appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Zoetis (ZTS) plunged 20% Thursday after missing Q1 estimates and slashing guidance as pet owners reduce spending on veterinary care and premium products. The post Zoetis (ZTS) Stock Plummets 20% Following Disappointing Q1 Results and Guidance Cut appeared first on Blockonomi.

Michael Saylor pivots to a "Buy more than you sell" rule as a $12.5 billion loss and STRC's sub-$100 parity stall force a strategic U-turn on Bitcoin sales.

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Micron (MU) stock reaches all-time high of $668 with Mizuho raising price target to $740. Analysts highlight 327% forward EPS growth potential. The post Micron (MU) Stock Surges to Record High on $740 Price Target from Mizuho appeared first on Blockonomi.