Iran's permanent restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz could exacerbate global oil supply disruptions and heighten geopolitical tensions. The post Iran makes Strait of Hormuz passage restrictions permanent amid US tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

After Bitcoin pushed into the $82,000–$83,000 band, short‑dated implied volatility has bounced from late‑2025 lows, with a roughly $2 billion short‑gamma pocket around $82,000 turning dealer hedging into a potential amplifier of every move. On-chain analytics firm Glassnode notes that…

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Revolut's Bitcoin price glitch highlights the critical need for robust infrastructure and trust in digital trading platforms, impacting user confidence. The post Revolut users report Bitcoin price glitch showing 2 cents before recovery appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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IREN's pivot to AI infrastructure highlights the lucrative potential for former crypto miners, reshaping market perceptions and investment strategies. The post IREN shares surge on landmark AI infrastructure deal with Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Trump's pattern of public insults during international tensions may influence market perceptions and expectations of his future behavior. The post Trump calls ABC reporter’s question ‘stupid’ amid Iran war tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The jobs report alleviates immediate market fears, but sustained economic stability and future Fed actions remain crucial for long-term confidence. The post Jobs report gives markets a reason to exhale appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Solv Protocol and other DeFi projects are migrating to Chainlink infrastructure after the $293 million exploit exposed risks in third-party bridge and oracle setups.

Google debuts Fitbit Air, a $99.99 screenless tracker with Gemini AI coaching, AFib alerts, week-long battery, and Stephen Curry special edition at $129.99. The post Google Unveils Fitbit Air: A Screenless Tracker Powered by Gemini AI appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cloudflare (NET) stock plunged 24.31% despite beating Q1 earnings. The company's AI-driven layoffs of 1,100 employees overshadowed strong revenue growth. The post Cloudflare (NET) Stock Plunges 24% Despite Beating Q1 Earnings Amid AI-Driven Workforce Cuts appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Ondo and Ripple completed a near real-time tokenized Treasury redemption across borders. XRP Ledger processed the blockchain asset transfer in under five seconds during pilot. Mastercard MTN connected blockchain redemption directly with banking settlement rails. The pilot demonstrated 24/7 institutional settlement beyond standard banking hours. Ondo Finance has completed the first near real-time cross-border [...] The post Ondo, Ripple, JPMorgan, and Mastercard Complete First 24/7 Tokenized Treasury Settlement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Pi Network (PI) trades around $0.19 with most quant models pinning it in a cramped $0.12–$0.20 band through 2026 as token unlocks, patchy listings and soft demand keep any meaningful upside firmly capped. Where PI trades today Pi Network (PI)…

Crypto pundit Bull Theory has alluded to a Russell 2000 signal, which has always triggered every major Bitcoin bull market. This signal is again said to have triggered, signaling that another major bull run may be on the horizon.  Russell 2000 Signal Points To Another Bitcoin Bull Market In an X post, Bull Theory stated […]

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The US-Iran conflict exacerbates inflation risks, potentially leading the Fed to prioritize inflation control over monetary easing. The post US-Iran conflict impacts Fed rate cut prospects amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The automated buyback system could stabilize MEGA's value, fostering a sustainable ecosystem and potentially increasing investor confidence. The post MegaETH Foundation completes first MEGA buyback appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP Ledger Foundation unveiled a major leadership reset, marking the strongest move yet toward Ripple-independent development.

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.5-Cyber, a modification of its flagship AI model tailored for cybersecurity tasks. It is available to a limited group of developers. The neural network is not designed for significant expansion of capabilities in the digital environment; rather, it has been trained for more flexible handling of security tasks: identifying and classifying vulnerabilities, verifying fixes, and analyzing malware. “GPT‑5.5‑Cyber will allow a limited group of partners to explore complex workflows where access specificity matters,” the startup's blog states. The release by OpenAI comes a month after the launch of Mythos, an AI model from Anthropic that garnered significant attention for its cybersecurity capabilities. The firm refrained from releasing the neural network to the public due to high security risks. Instead, it introduced Project Glasswing, an initiative for testing the tool in secure conditions. In April, OpenAI released GPT-5.4-Cyber in response, aimed at finding vulnerabilities as part of the Trusted Access for Cyber program launched in February. Voice Models The company did not stop there. OpenAI introduced three voice models: GPT‑Realtime‑2 — the first neural network with GPT‑5-level logical reasoning capabilities. It can handle more complex queries and engage in natural conversation; GPT‑Realtime‑Translate — an LLM for simultaneous translation, keeping pace with the speaker's speech; GPT‑Realtime‑Whisper — a streaming system for real-time speech-to-text conversion. Introducing GPT-Realtime-2 in the API: our most intelligent voice model yet, bringing GPT-5-class reasoning to voice agents.Voice agents are now real-time collaborators that can listen, reason, and solve complex problems as conversations unfold.Now available in the API… pic.twitter.com/2DY1LU2vO8— OpenAI (@OpenAI) May 7, 2026 GPT‑Realtime‑2 offers five levels of reasoning: minimal, low, medium, high, and very high. The context window has been expanded from 32,000 to 128,000 tokens. GPT‑Realtime‑Translate translates live speech from over 70 languages into 13. The context window is 16,000 tokens. GPT‑Realtime‑Whisper can create subtitles during meetings, conferences, lessons, broadcasts, and also generate notes and summaries during or immediately after conversations. The models are available in the Realtime API. Codex Extension for Chrome OpenAI has released a Codex extension for the Chrome browser on macOS and Windows. The tool interacts with applications and websites and operates in parallel across all tabs in the background. Codex now works directly in Chrome on macOS and Windows.It’s even better at working with apps and sites in Chrome, and now works in parallel across tabs in the background without taking over your browser.To get started, install the Chrome plugin in the Codex app. pic.twitter.com/pjtHd9gC69— OpenAI (@OpenAI) May 7, 2026 “Codex can quickly handle routine tasks in the browser such as navigating structured pages and performing complex data entry processes,” the announcement states. At each stage of task execution, the model independently selects the most suitable tool. Emergency Contact in ChatGPT OpenAI has added an “Emergency Contact” feature to ChatGPT. It allows a user (or a parent in a child's account) to designate a contact person for emergencies. If the company's “trained specialists” detect that a user has been asking questions about self-harm, the trusted contact will receive a notification. The method of contact can be chosen — messenger, email, or another ChatGPT account. Back in September 2025, OpenAI implemented parental controls in the chatbot.

JFrog (FROG) stock surges 17% after crushing Q1 estimates, raising 2026 guidance, and reporting 50% cloud revenue growth driven by AI infrastructure needs. The post JFrog (FROG) Stock Soars 17% on Stellar Q1 Earnings and AI-Driven Cloud Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Bitcoin implied volatility rebounded six points from its lowest levels recorded since October 2025. Nearly $2 billion in short gamma is clustered near the $82K strike, amplifying price moves around current levels. Call selling accounted for 81% of tape activity in 24 hours as traders monetized BTC upside exposure. The skew index is shifting [...] The post Bitcoin Options Data Points to Consolidation as BTC Pushes Into $82K–$83K Range appeared first on Blockonomi.

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MegaETH has activated a MEGA token buyback program funded entirely by net revenue from its USDm stablecoin, turning Treasury‑backed yield into a standing bid for its “real‑time Ethereum” L2 token after a sharp post‑launch selloff. The MegaETH Foundation says its…

Bitcoin is trading around $80k, holding slightly above the psychological threshold that has defined the ceiling of every recovery attempt over the past three months. The ascending channel is intact, the 100-day MA reclaim is holding, and BTC is now pressing into the zone between the current price and the 200-day MA. This area is […]

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MP Materials (MP) stock surges after beating Q1 earnings estimates with record NdPr production. CEO highlights drone warfare as key demand driver. The post MP Materials (MP) Stock Soars 10% Following Strong Q1 Earnings Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

Acting Labor Secretary Sandlin’s push for earlier Fed cuts clashes with a cautious central bank, leaving crypto trading a “higher for longer” regime even as the political drumbeat for easing grows louder. Political pressure builds for easier Fed policy Acting…

Hong Kong’s SFC flags HabitTrade in a warning on unlicensed virtual asset platforms, but the broker insists it hasn’t done regulated business or marketed services to Hong Kong investors and blames unauthorized third‑party promoters. HabitTrade has pushed back against an…

The resumption of oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz may ease global supply constraints, but geopolitical tensions remain high. The post Aramco and ADNOC resume oil shipments through Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, questioned the necessity of issuing European stablecoins to protect monetary sovereignty. Speaking at an economic forum in Spain, she stated that the risks of such assets outweigh their potential benefits. Lagarde identified two main threats. Financial instability. Stablecoins are private liabilities. She cited the example of USDC in 2023, when the asset lost its peg to the dollar due to issues at Silicon Valley Bank.  Impact on the banking system. A mass shift of depositors from bank deposits to stablecoins would weaken banks' ability to lend to the economy and complicate inflation control. According to the ECB President, stablecoins are popular merely because they are more convenient than traditional interbank transfers. However, Europe does not need to replicate the American model. Instead of private stablecoins, the ECB is focusing on state infrastructure: Pontes project: will enable blockchain settlements directly in central bank money; Appia roadmap: aims to create a unified European ecosystem for tokenized assets by 2028. Lagarde emphasized that integrating capital markets and developing a digital euro will be more beneficial than trying to catch up with the US in issuing private tokens. She concluded that having a state "anchor" in the form of a central bank digital currency will render the use of foreign stablecoins in Europe pointless. Earlier in April, the Bank for International Settlements warned that many dollar stablecoins function more as investment instruments than as a means of payment.  Later, a consortium of 12 European banks announced the launch of a euro stablecoin.

Discover the top 5 cybersecurity stocks analysts are watching in May 2026, including Fortinet, Datadog, Cloudflare, Palo Alto, and CrowdStrike. The post 5 Cybersecurity Stocks Dominating May 2026: CrowdStrike, Datadog, and More appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ondo price surged above $0.30 after a JPMorgan-Mastercard tokenized Treasury pilot and strong Q1 growth pushed TVL to $3.53 billion. According to data from crypto.news, Ondo (ONDO) climbed to an intraday high near $0.40 on May 8 before slightly easing…

Why Choosing the Right Crypto Wallet Matters in 2026 Digital assets are growing fast. But many people lose funds not because of bad investments, but due to weak wallet setups. In 2025, wallet hacks hit 158,000 cases, affecting 80,000 users […] The post 7 Top Crypto Wallets for 2026: Secure, Easy-to-Use Picks for Every Need appeared first on Blockmanity.

Alphabet (GOOGL) stock update: Google may produce servers and drones in India, expanding beyond its $15B Visakhapatnam AI hub and data center project. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock: Google Plans Server and Drone Production Expansion in India appeared first on Blockonomi.

Coinbase said AWS failures disrupted core trading services after errors spread across multiple zones. The company traced the outage to use1-az4 in AWS’s US-EAST-1 Region. Coinbase Points to AWS Failures After Trading Services Went Down Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) disclosed through Coinbase Support that a May 7 outage disrupted core trading services after failures […]

Escalating US-Iran tensions risk destabilizing the region, impacting global oil markets and increasing the likelihood of broader conflict. The post US strikes Iranian tankers as UAE reports missile, drone attacks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Zcash team is set to unveil wallets with recovery mechanisms against quantum threats within a month. This announcement was made by Josh Swihart, founder and CEO of Zcash Open Development Lab, at the Consensus conference, as reported by CoinDesk.  According to him, the complete transition of the network to post-quantum standards will take 12-18 months. Separately, the project is working on scaling to Mastercard and Visa-level throughput within a similar timeframe. Swihart stated that Zcash aims to return the industry to the original idea of private peer-to-peer payments. He noted that Bitcoin functions well as a store of value and ETF instrument, but is "fundamentally broken" as a confidential settlement system due to its fully transparent ledger. Open balances allow governments and other participants to track users' assets and potentially apply seizure mechanisms or pressure, the expert emphasized.  Zcash Rally Over the past week, the price of ZEC has risen by more than 60%. On May 6, the asset's rate exceeded $585 for the first time since November 2025.  At the time of writing, the coin is trading around $571 (-0.1% for the day).  Hourly chart of ZEC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView.  A driving factor was a statement by Multicoin Capital co-founder Tushar Jain: since February, the fund has formed a "significant position" in Zcash.  An additional factor is the growth of ZEC's shielded supply. Currently, about 30% of coins in circulation are in the private pool — a historical maximum for the network.  According to Swihart, user demand is channeled through the mobile wallet Zodl (formerly Zashi). In October, it integrated an intent system from the NEAR protocol. This allowed for the direct exchange of Bitcoin, Solana, USDC, and other assets into shielded ZEC.  🛡️ The Zolana Bridge is live.Your Intent: $ZEC on Solana.Delivered: with NEAR Intents + OmniBridge powering Zcash’s $ZEC token on Solana. pic.twitter.com/cXBqgCXXTK— NEAR Protocol (@NEARProtocol) October 16, 2025 Since its launch, approximately $700 million has passed through this route — primarily between USD, USDC, and ZEC.  Accelerating Block Processing and New Bridges The Zcash community is actively discussing reducing block processing time from 75 to 25 seconds. This is expected to enhance the network's convenience for payments and expand possibilities for mass settlement scenarios. Cross-chain bridges for Zcash in Solana and Hyperliquid are already operational, noted Helius founder Mert Mumtaz.  Swihart announced a voting mechanism for ZEC holders via Zodl. This tool will not replace formal governance but will create an additional feedback channel within the “rough consensus” model. Back in December 2025, Barry Silbert, founder and CEO of Digital Currency Group, predicted a shift in focus from Bitcoin towards Zcash. 

Fastly (FSLY) stock gains 3.9% following Raymond James upgrade to Outperform and Citigroup's price target increase to $25 after record Q1 results. The post Fastly (FSLY) Stock Surges Following Multiple Analyst Upgrades and Price Target Increases appeared first on Blockonomi.

Re's switch to Chainlink CCIP underscores a growing industry trend prioritizing security and resilience in cross-chain operations. The post Re drops LayerZero and goes all-in on Chainlink CCIP for cross-chain transfers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase, Block and Crypto.com have all cited AI to justify recent cuts, though Scale AI’s Jason Droege suspects companies are using the technology as cover.

NSW Police said the Bitcoin was allegedly linked to illegal darknet marketplace activity involving drugs and weapons.

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Criminal teams behind wrench attacks usually consist of three to five people, often posing as delivery drivers or luring victims into ambushes, said CertiK.

TLDR: Bitcoin Open Interest has posted its largest increase of 2026, now exceeding levels recorded during the 2025 ATH formation. Binance leads derivatives market share at 34%, with a monthly average Open Interest of $2.5 billion recorded on May 5. Gate.io and Bybit follow with $1.75B and $1.15B respectively, showing broad capital return across major [...] The post Bitcoin Open Interest Surges to 2026 Record, Blowing Past Every 2025 ATH Session appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: XRP perpetual trading volume on Binance remains close to historically weak October 2024 levels. Binance XRP derivatives data shows traders are avoiding aggressive leveraged market positioning. Glassnode reported XRP daily new addresses dropped nearly 85% since December 2024 highs. XRP network activity and derivatives participation both reflect weaker speculative market demand. XRP derivatives activity [...] The post XRP Derivatives Activity Stays Near October 2024 Lows as Binance Volume Weakens appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dogecoin (DOGE) now worth more than the NFT market eight times.

Mobile zero‑days and SDK flaws are shredding wallet trust, pushing serious users toward isolated, multi‑device signing to shrink the blast radius. The latest wave of mobile vulnerabilities is again exposing how much trust retail users unknowingly place in third‑party software…

AI crypto trading bots gain popularity in 2026 as beginners seek automated passive income strategies. The cryptocurrency market in 2026 is evolving faster than ever. With Bitcoin regaining upward momentum and institutional capital continuing to enter the space, trading environments…

Michael Saylor’s Strategy could buy roughly $30 billion worth of bitcoin this year if its current acquisition pace holds, according to JPMorgan analysts, marking a potential acceleration beyond the company’s already aggressive treasury playbook. The estimate comes after Strategy added 145,834 BTC so far this year, worth around $11 billion, with JPMorgan noting that much […]

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One of the other major developments in the past week was the counter-lawsuit initiated by the Trump-backed WLFI against Justin Sun.

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The release of UFO files may enhance public trust in government transparency and spark renewed interest in extraterrestrial research. The post US government publishes never-before-seen UFO files appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

April jobs report shows 115,000 positions added, beating 65,000 forecast. Unemployment at 4.3%, but 3.6% wage growth lags 4% inflation rate. The post April Jobs Report Surprises: 115,000 Positions Added Despite Economic Headwinds appeared first on Blockonomi.

Qualcomm (QCOM) stock surged 6% after Daiwa upgraded to Outperform with a $225 price target, though Wall Street consensus remains neutral at $176.54. The post Qualcomm (QCOM) Stock Surges 6% Following Daiwa Upgrade to Outperform appeared first on Blockonomi.

The prediction platform Kalshi completed a Series F funding round, raising $1 billion. The project's valuation has increased to $22 billion. The leading investor was Coatue. Other participants included Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, IVP, Paradigm, Morgan Stanley, and ARK Invest. This marks Kalshi's third closed round in the past seven months. The company plans to use the funds to work with institutional clients such as hedge funds, asset managers, and insurance companies. Kalshi also intends to develop block trading tools, risk management products, and broker integration. According to the company, institutional trading volume has increased by 800% over the past six months. The platform's annual turnover rose from $52 billion to $178 billion. Kalshi holds over 90% of the prediction market in the United States. The project's head, Tarek Mansour, compared the industry's growth rate to that of the AI sector. He believes the segment could reach a trillion dollars. In March, the combined trading volume amounted to $25.7 billion. The main drivers were bets on sporting events and crypto assets. The total turnover of Kalshi and Polymarket (the platform's main competitor) has exceeded $150 billion since their inception. At the time of writing, the former holds 57.4% of the market, while the latter holds 30.1%. Source: Dune. In terms of nominal turnover, Polymarket leads with $82.59 billion compared to Kalshi's $75.9 billion. Source: Dune Polymarket is in talks to raise $400 million. If successful, the company will be valued at $15 billion. In April, Bernstein analysts predicted that prediction platforms could grow to $1 trillion.

Akamai (AKAM) stock jumped 23% premarket after securing a $1.8B AI infrastructure deal with a frontier model provider. Q1 earnings beat estimates. The post Akamai (AKAM) Stock Rockets 23% Following Massive $1.8B AI Cloud Contract appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Fed Governor Cook supports fractional ownership tokens as a tool for expanding capital market access in emerging economies. U.S. tokenized assets surpassed $25 billion, more than doubling in market capitalization within a single year. Smart contracts can automate margin calls and collateral substitutions, reducing manual steps and operational costs. Around-the-clock blockchain trading could accelerate [...] The post Tokenization in Financial Markets: Fed Governor Weighs Opportunities Against Systemic Risks appeared first on Blockonomi.

HubSpot (HUBS) shares crashed 24% despite beating Q1 estimates as weak FY26 guidance and sales disruptions led to analyst downgrades from major firms. The post HubSpot (HUBS) Stock Plunges 24% Following Disappointing Future Growth Outlook appeared first on Blockonomi.

Robo.ai (AIIO) stock jumped 70% premarket after unveiling a $100M all-stock deal to acquire AI data company Neurovia, scheduled to close by June 16. The post Robo.ai (AIIO) Stock Soars 70% on $100M Neurovia AI Acquisition Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Swiss Bitcoin reserve campaign ends after failing to gather enough signatures for referendum. SNB cites volatility concerns in rejecting crypto holdings. The post Switzerland Abandons Bitcoin Reserve Push After Missing Signature Goal appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Toyota (TM) stock dropped 3% after reporting lower annual profit and issuing weak guidance due to U.S. tariffs and Middle East conflict impacts. The post Toyota (TM) Stock Plunges 3% on Weak Profit Forecast Amid Tariff and Geopolitical Risks appeared first on Blockonomi.

FX and Crypto Markets in 2026: Current Landscape Global markets in 2026 feel more fragmented than unified. Macro risks and geopolitics still dominate, but they don’t hit every asset the same way. FX remains the centre of global liquidity, while crypto is slowly becoming part of institutional portfolios. According to the Bank for International Settlements, [...] The post Forex and Crypto Trends to Watch in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Re Protocol migrates from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP after an internal cross-chain security evaluation. reUSD, with a $160M+ market cap, will use CCIP exclusively for secure multi-chain token distribution. Each CCIP bridge lane is secured by 16 independent node operators, adding redundant transaction validation. CCIP’s SOC 2 Type 2 attestation gives reUSD transfers institutional-grade [...] The post Re Protocol Drops LayerZero for Chainlink CCIP as Exclusive Cross-Chain Bridge for reUSD appeared first on Blockonomi.

Taiwan’s stock market extended its strong artificial intelligence-fueled rally in April, with investors pouring into semiconductor and technology shares as AI demand continued lifting exports and economic growth. According to Bank of America, the TWSE Index climbed 22.7% month-over-month to…

Israel's sustained military presence in Lebanon could prolong regional instability, complicating diplomatic resolutions and affecting geopolitical dynamics. The post Israel maintains military presence in Lebanon amid Hezbollah conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Anthropic is seeking $50B in new funding at a $900B valuation as revenue climbs to $45B. The round could close within weeks and surpass OpenAI's value. The post Anthropic Eyes Nearly $1 Trillion Valuation in Massive $50B Funding Push appeared first on Blockonomi.

Anthropic is pursuing a $50B funding round that could value the Claude AI maker at $900B, driven by surging revenue now nearing $45B annually. The post Anthropic Eyes Nearly $1 Trillion Valuation With Massive $50B Fundraise appeared first on Blockonomi.

The Trump-Xi summit could reshape US-China relations, impacting global trade dynamics and geopolitical stability amid ongoing tensions. The post Trump to meet Xi in Beijing amid US-Iran tensions, cruise virus concerns downplayed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Sony (SONY) stock dropped ~4% as FY2026 profit forecast missed expectations despite strong FY2025 results showing 13% income growth and ¥500B buyback plan. The post Sony (SONY) Stock Dips 4% Despite Strong Earnings as Future Guidance Disappoints appeared first on Blockonomi.

Sony (SONY) stock falls 4% as FY2026 profit forecast misses estimates despite strong FY2025 results showing 13% income growth and ¥500B buyback announcement. The post Sony (SONY) Stock Dips 4% Despite Strong Earnings as Future Guidance Disappoints appeared first on Blockonomi.

Crypto‑forensics-led NSW raid seizes 52.3 BTC as AUSTRAC’s 2026 rules tighten the noose on darknet‑linked exchanges and weakly regulated VASPs. New South Wales Police say they have seized 52.3 bitcoin linked to alleged darknet marketplace activity, describing the haul as…

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Iowa now requires crypto ATM operators to obtain money transmission licenses and comply with expanded state reporting and oversight requirements. The law also broadens enforcement authority, including penalties of up to $100,000 for violating injunctions tied to digital financial asset kiosk enforcement actions. Iowa Adds Penalties and Oversight for Crypto Kiosks Iowa Attorney General Brenna […]

Block's increased Bitcoin reserves and stock surge highlight the growing influence of cryptocurrency investments on fintech market dynamics. The post Jack Dorsey’s Block pushes Bitcoin reserves above 9,000 BTC, stock surges 10% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The apparent pricing error was not reflected across broader crypto markets, suggesting a platform-specific data or display issue.

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ECB President Christine Lagarde said Europe should build tokenized settlement infrastructure anchored by central bank money rather than rely on private stablecoins.

TLDR: The Swiss Bitcoin Initiative fell short, collecting only 50,000 of the 100,000 signatures required for a referendum. The SNB rejected Bitcoin as a reserve asset, citing excessive price volatility and insufficient market liquidity. Bitcoin recorded losses of 7.5% in 2026, following a 6.4% decline in 2025, weakening the campaign’s core argument. Central banks remain [...] The post Swiss Bitcoin Reserve Campaign Collapses After Falling Short of Required Signatures appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Ripple now appears alongside heavyweights like SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic. Check out how.

The blockade exacerbates regional tensions, disrupts global oil supply chains, and influences market expectations on geopolitical stability. The post US forces block over 70 tankers in Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The US blockade of tankers could escalate tensions, disrupt global oil markets, and potentially spur diplomatic negotiations with Iran. The post US blocks 70 tankers, impacting Iran oil exports worth $13B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Zcash unveiled a 2027 roadmap focused on quantum-proof security and payment-scale throughput, positioning ZEC as a privacy-first alternative not only to Bitcoin, but also to Mastercard and Visa.

TLDR: Nearly 98% of stablecoins are dollar-denominated, leaving the euro with minimal global digital presence. USD Coin fell to $0.877 after SVB’s collapse, showing stablecoins can break their one-dollar peg. Eurosystem’s Pontes project will settle DLT transactions in central bank money from September 2026. Lagarde says deeper EU capital markets, not stablecoins, are the key [...] The post ECB’s Lagarde Warns Europe Against Rushing Into Euro-Denominated Stablecoins appeared first on Blockonomi.

A strong US economy and steady unemployment may delay Fed rate cuts, impacting inflation control and market expectations into late 2026. The post US unemployment steady, Fed rate cut unlikely by June 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase ended the first quarter of 2026 with a net loss of $394.1m.  Our Q1 2026 financial results are live.The summary? Everything is moving onchain. pic.twitter.com/kNzrqc9mku— Coinbase 🛡️ (@coinbase) May 7, 2026 A year earlier, it made a $66m profit for the same period.  The main driver was a market correction: the firm’s investment crypto portfolio fell by $482m. Losses have now been recorded for a second straight quarter: in the previous reporting period the figure was $667m. Coinbase’s revenue fell 31% year on year to $1.41bn. Transaction fees brought in $756m (-40%), while subscriptions and services generated $584m (-14%). The exchange’s share of the global crypto market stood at 8.6%, and adjusted EBITDA declined from $930m to $303m.  After the release, COIN shares fell 2.5% in after-hours trading to $192. Source: Yahoo Finance.  Analysts at Bernstein maintained a positive outlook on the shares with a $330 target. They argue the market underestimates Coinbase’s growth catalysts, including progress on the CLARITY Act. The experts noted that the “everything exchange” strategy is starting to show results. Reducing reliance on spot trading  Brian Armstrong, Coinbase’s chief executive, said the company is shifting from a spot crypto exchange to a broader trading and infrastructure platform. There’s a generational shift happening, and Coinbase is uniquely positioned to capture it:1) The onchain economy has reached escape velocity2) Coinbase's full stack platform is powering it3) The next frontier is agentic and on CoinbaseOur thesis is simple: crypto is the… pic.twitter.com/5iJY8aeCfe— Brian Armstrong (@brian_armstrong) May 7, 2026 The platform plans to expand trading across multiple asset classes, including commodities, futures and event contracts on prediction markets. In March, Coinbase launched trading in regulated derivatives for Advanced platform users in 26 European countries. “Our thesis is simple: cryptocurrency is the best form of money, and the infrastructure will rebuild the existing financial system. If it concerns money, it will concern cryptocurrency,” Armstrong said.  He argues that building institutional revenue streams should reduce the exchange’s dependence on retail volumes, which historically track the prices of digital assets. One growth area remains stablecoins. Revenue from this segment rose 11% to $305m. Armstrong also pointed to results from Coinbase-affiliated L2 network Base: stablecoin transaction volumes increased tenfold in the quarter.  He also highlighted prospects for AI payments. The exchange supports the x402 protocol, which enables digital agents to settle online using USDC.  Coinbase also participates in developing Amazon Bedrock AgentCore Payments — a toolkit for autonomous payments by AI assistants. Terms of the Circle deal On the Q1 earnings call, Coinbase CFO Alesia Haas also commented on the company’s USDC agreement with Circle. Onchain is the new standard.The world is moving into crypto, and Coinbase is at the heart of it.Going live for our Q1 earnings call to share more.https://t.co/QtAzD7iLgY— Coinbase 🛡️ (@coinbase) May 7, 2026 She said the contract is automatically renewed every three years in perpetuity and cannot be terminated.  Coinbase’s chief legal officer, Paul Grewal, added that the current terms of the agreement with Circle are already set and will be renewed automatically. The exchange expects to continue the partnership on the same basis. Under the partnership, Circle is to share nearly half of USDC profits with Coinbase. That makes the stablecoin line one of the exchange’s main sources of steady income—especially as spot trading’s share declines. Hours-long outage  On May 7, Coinbase suffered an outage that left some users facing delays in sending and receiving assets. On May 7th Coinbase experienced service disruptions. Here’s a quick summary of what happened:→ Around 8PM ET, Coinbase systems flagged high error rates across multiple services.→ We traced these errors to amazon failures in Availability Zone (use1-az4) in the AWS US-EAST-1…— Coinbase Support (@CoinbaseSupport) May 8, 2026 At first the exchange reported “degraded performance”, later citing elevated temperatures in one AWS data centre as the cause. Trading on the platform was unavailable for six hours. The incident affected transfers on the Aleo and Solana networks.  At the same time, Revolut experienced issues. Users received notifications showing bitcoin’s price dropping to $0.2. Pricing display errors affected charts of altcoins, including XRP and Solana.  According to Revolut, The price of Bitcoin has just dropped to $0.02 I guess its time to buy! 😂 pic.twitter.com/YIbwBGrkeT— That Martini Guy ₿ (@MartiniGuyYT) May 8, 2026 On May 5, Coinbase announced cuts of about 14% of its staff. Armstrong said the move was needed to optimise costs and adopt artificial intelligence more aggressively in workflows.

Heightened US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt global oil supply, complicating diplomatic efforts and market stability. The post Iran may control Strait of Hormuz, Rubio warns amid US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Stock futures rise despite US-Iran military strikes near Strait of Hormuz. Investors await April jobs report forecasting 65,000 payrolls, 4.3% unemployment. The post Stock Futures Rally Amid US-Iran Conflict as Jobs Report Looms appeared first on Blockonomi.

On-chain data shows the Bitcoin Realized Loss indicator has remained elevated even after the latest surge in the cryptocurrency’s price. Bitcoin Realized Loss Has Stood At $479M Per Day Recently In its latest weekly report, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has discussed the latest trend in the Realized Loss for the Bitcoin network. The “Realized Loss” […]

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Palantir (PLTR) stock dropped 7% after stellar Q1 2026 earnings with 85% revenue growth. Is the valuation too high or is this a buying opportunity? The post Palantir (PLTR) Stock Drops 7% Despite Record-Breaking Q1 Results — Should Investors Buy the Dip? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Archer Aviation (ACHR) stock climbs 11% before Q1 2026 earnings May 11. Key focus: revenue forecasts, cash burn, and FAA certification milestones. The post Archer Aviation (ACHR) Stock Surges 11% Before Monday’s Q1 Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

TeraWulf (WULF) stock drops after Q1 earnings show $34M revenue and $3.1B cash position supporting aggressive data center expansion and HPC growth. The post TeraWulf (WULF) Stock Slides Despite Q1 Revenue Jump and $3.1B Cash Reserve appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cardano price has started recovering after breaking above a key descending resistance trendline, raising hopes that bulls may attempt a larger move toward the important $0.30 psychological level. According to data from crypto.news, Cardano (ADA) was trading around $0.264 at…

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This Friday, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Hyperliquid in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Unfortunately, Ethereum was rejected at the $2,400 resistance this week. Bulls did not manage to break this key level, and now the price appears to be curving down towards the support at $2,000. While the price is in the […]

Rising geopolitical tensions may lead to increased energy market volatility and hinder diplomatic efforts, impacting global stability. The post Trump warns Iran of consequences as peace deal confidence wanes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rigetti Computing (RGTI) reports Q1 earnings May 11 with options pricing a 17.56% move. Analysts expect $0.04 loss on $4.09M revenue. Should you buy? The post Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Earnings Preview: Should Investors Buy Before May 11? appeared first on Blockonomi.

The credit facility would help Aave address bad debt created after the April rsETH exploit strained its WETH market.

Several Ethereum metrics suggest the ETH price could see further downside due to reduced demand and weakening network fundamentals.

From the 2009 marathon alibi to the British spellings, see why Bitcoin creator's 1.1 million BTC are likely lost forever, according to Fred Krueger.

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Hyperliquid Strategies (PURR) stock drops 5.35% as company expands HYPE treasury to 20M tokens, reports growing staking revenue, and posts $165.4M loss. The post Hyperliquid Strategies Inc. (PURR) Stock: Shares Decline Despite Expanding HYPE Holdings and Rising Staking Income appeared first on Blockonomi.

TeraWulf (WULF) stock rose after Q1 2026 results showed AI lease revenue of $21M beating forecasts, despite posting a $1.01 per share loss. The post TeraWulf (WULF) Stock Climbs Despite Wider Loss as AI Revenue Surpasses Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Trump's visit could enhance US-China trade relations, potentially boosting tech and aviation sectors, while influencing global market dynamics. The post Trump to visit China by May 31 with tech CEOs, Boeing deal possible appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Akamai jumps 27% on $1.8B AI deal while Cloudflare drops 16% on layoffs. Trade Desk falls 15% on weak results. See Friday's top stock movers. The post Friday Stock Market Movements: Akamai Surges While Cloudflare and Trade Desk Tumble appeared first on Blockonomi.

Datadog (DDOG) stock rallied 30% after reporting its first billion-dollar quarter with 32% revenue growth, raising guidance amid strong AI demand. The post Datadog (DDOG) Stock Soars 30% Following Record-Breaking Q1 Performance appeared first on Blockonomi.

BlockchainFX and Chainlink attract investor focus as demand grows for top crypto picks in 2026. Missed crypto wins still sting because they usually look obvious after the breakout. People see the chart later, check the old entry price, and realize…

Deutsche Bank's increased stake in Strategy Inc. highlights its strategic pivot towards crypto exposure, despite market volatility risks. The post Deutsche Bank lifts Strategy stake to 785,000 shares despite value drop appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin is seeing growing demand from institutional investors as funds pull in over 92,000 BTC in just about three months.

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The price of the leading cryptocurrency fell below $80,000 amid US strikes on targets in Iran. These events briefly pushed oil prices above $100 per barrel. Hourly chart of BTC/USTD on Binance. Source: TradingView. At the time of writing, digital gold is trading at $80,131, down 0.8% over the past 24 hours. The price movement triggered liquidations in the futures market, with traders losing over $289.68 million. Source: CoinGlass. The Fear and Greed Index dropped to 38 points, indicating a shift to bearish market sentiment. Source: Alternative. A Complex Picture Unrealized profits for bitcoin traders reached 18%, the highest since June 2025, according to CryptoQuant analysts. Bitcoin traders are sitting on their highest unrealized profits since June 2025.Historically, these levels increase correction risk as traders become more incentivized to lock in gains.Profit-taking pressure tends to accelerate as unrealized margins rise. pic.twitter.com/Ami5ZjOwSv— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) May 7, 2026 Since early April, the price of the leading cryptocurrency has risen by 37%, reaching a three-month high. Experts attributed the surge to a recovery from undervaluation, increased demand for perpetual futures, and reduced macroeconomic pressure. The price rise triggered a wave of profit-taking. On May 4, the daily realized profit volume reached 14,600 BTC, the highest in five months. For the first time since late 2025, investors achieved a net profit over 30 days. In comparison, net market losses reached 398,000 BTC in February and March 2026. Historically high levels of unrealized profits precede corrections, as such values increase selling pressure. However, analysts currently see no signs of an imminent crash. Demand for futures remains stable, and the inflow of coins to exchanges is not increasing. These factors may support the bitcoin price in the short term, even amid active selling. Funds Favour Bitcoin On-chain analyst MorenoDV observed a capital inflow into bitcoin funds amid outflows from Ethereum-based products. Since early February, balances of these instruments have grown from 1.278 million BTC to 1.37 million BTC, a net inflow of over 92,000 BTC (7.2%). BTC Accumulation Accelerates While ETH Struggles to Regain Institutional Conviction“But while Bitcoin appears to have regained institutional confidence relatively quickly, Ethereum still shows signs of hesitation.” – By @MorenoDV_ pic.twitter.com/o1OtAZFLlA— CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) May 8, 2026 During the same period, the volume of Ethereum held by funds decreased from 5.93 million ETH to 5.8 million ETH, a reduction of 127,000 ETH (2.1%). According to the analyst, prices began to recover after holdings in investment products stabilized. MorenoDV believes that the capital of large players not only reacts to the market but also shapes its structure. The difference in investor behavior reflects varying perceptions of assets. Bitcoin has strengthened its status as a "reserve" instrument due to high liquidity and the success of spot ETFs. Ethereum is still considered a riskier asset by funds: in times of uncertainty, managers reduce its share first, preferring bitcoin. A Signal for Growth Bitcoin investors have returned to profitability after a prolonged period of losses, noted analyst Darkfost. On a weekly 7 DMA basis, the profit/loss ratio has now moved back into positive territory, currently estimated at 2.9.This means that realized profits on BTC are now more than twice as large as realized losses.That had not been the case since January, as losses had largely… pic.twitter.com/K804wjGHyN— Darkfost (@Darkfost_Coc) May 8, 2026 The seven-day moving average Profit/Loss ratio rose to 2.9, with realized bitcoin profits more than double the losses. This situation had not been observed since January of this year. Darkfost views the trend as moderate but constructive: the return of profits restores investor confidence and leads to market stabilization. A healthy balance is one where profit-taking does not reach extreme levels. The analyst warned that if the Profit/Loss ratio exceeds 20, the market will not be able to absorb such a volume of sales, leading to a phase of coin distribution and a price drop. Current values are seen by Darkfost as a positive signal for growth. In May, analysts at JPMorgan reported a capital shift from gold to bitcoin following the escalation of the Middle East conflict.

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Ethereum's price has resumed its upward trend after being caught between the moving average lines since April 27.

Senator Warren challenges Meta over stablecoin plans, demanding answers on privacy safeguards, competition risks, and ties to its failed Libra project. The post Senator Warren Demands Transparency from Meta on Stablecoin Integration Plans appeared first on Blockonomi.