As bipartisan support for crypto regulation grows, Senator Elizabeth Warren warns the Clarity Act could endanger the economy, critics argue the real risk is continued regulatory chaos.

TLDR Polish lawmakers approved a bill to implement the European Union’s MiCA crypto framework before the July deadline. Prosecutors are investigating Zondacrypto over alleged fraud after thousands of users reported losing access to funds. Authorities estimate customer losses exceed 350 million zlotys, or about $95.93 million. President Karol Nawrocki had previously vetoed earlier versions of [...] The post Poland Approves MiCA Law While Zondacrypto Probe Grows appeared first on Blockonomi.

IREN closed a $3B convertible notes offering as the Bitcoin miner turned AI cloud firm funds growth after Nvidia and Microsoft deals.

Bitcoin price continued consolidating above the key $80,000 psychological support level this week as improving institutional sentiment and strengthening technical structure fueled speculation that bulls may soon attempt a breakout toward the long-awaited $100,000 mark. According to data from crypto.news,…

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Tech stock declines amid inflation fears could trigger broader market volatility, impacting both traditional equities and digital assets. The post NASDAQ 100 extends losses with 2.1% drop as inflation fears rattle tech stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The halt in Iran's oil exports could exacerbate global energy supply issues, impacting economic stability and influencing risk asset markets. The post Iran’s Kharg Island oil shipments halt for first time since war began appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased tensions may hinder short-term stability in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global markets and geopolitical dynamics. The post US rejects Iran’s 14-point proposal amid Strait of Hormuz tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The analytics service Dune has announced a restructuring, resulting in a 25% reduction of its workforce. The company's head, Fredrik Haga, explained the decision as a need to focus on key products. We’re restructuring Dune to sharpen our focus around the core data products thousands of customers across the crypto industry rely on. That unfortunately means we’ve let 25% of the team go this week. These are exceptional people I can wholeheartedly recommend — ping me if you’re…— hagaetc (@hagaetc) May 14, 2026 According to him, the platform will focus on two areas: the integration of AI and working with institutional clients. Dune has introduced Dune MCP, a tool for creating dashboards and configuring workflows without SQL knowledge or data infrastructure skills. The company also plans to develop services for traditional financial organizations. Dune anticipates a mass transition of stocks, bonds, and commodities to blockchain and is investing in data quality and personalized service for large clients. Haga emphasized that the company retains sufficient capital and continues to work on the accessibility of on-chain data, despite the layoffs. The project has previously weathered several downturns in the crypto market. Coinbase and fintech company Block have also announced layoffs due to AI integration. The DL News magazine, founded by the DefiLlama team, will close at the end of May. In February, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated that some companies use artificial intelligence as a pretext for layoffs. In April, the Snap team announced the replacement of 1,000 employees with neural networks to save $500 million.

TLDR: Blockchain investigator ZachXBT confirmed THORChain losses exceeded $10.7M across four networks. The exploit targeted Bitcoin, Ethereum, BSC, and Base chains within the same attack window. THORChain triggered a global emergency halt and paused all trading following the community alert. Three theft wallet addresses were publicly identified, with Arkham Intelligence supporting the findings. Blockchain investigator [...] The post ZachXBT Confirms THORChain Drained for $10.7M Across Bitcoin, Ethereum, BSC, and Base appeared first on Blockonomi.

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ZachXBT says THORChain may have lost over $10M in a multi-chain exploit as the network halts trading and RUNE drops after alert.

TLDR RUNE dropped about 15% after reports linked a new security breach to THORChain. On-chain investigator ZachXBT disclosed the suspected hack on Telegram. The attack reportedly drained around $10.8 million across four blockchains. THORChain paused trading and signing operations after the breach surfaced. Arkham data shows the attacker holds ETH, BTC, and BNB in identified [...] The post THORChain Hack Triggers 15% Slide in RUNE Price appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Terrorism victims filed a Manhattan court motion targeting 344 million USDT frozen in IRGC-linked wallets. Plaintiffs cite past FBI seizure cases where Tether burned and reissued USDT to law enforcement wallets. Creditors seek to enforce $2.42 billion in compensatory and punitive terrorism judgments against Iran. Jurisdiction over Tether rests on its New York-based reserves [...] The post Victims of Iran Attacks Seek Court Order for Turnover of $344 Million in USDT Frozen by Tether appeared first on Blockonomi.

Anthropic closes $30B funding round at $900B valuation, surpassing OpenAI. Revenue surges fivefold to $45B in six months. Here's the full story. The post Anthropic Secures $30B at $900B Valuation, Overtaking OpenAI in Historic Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Gold declined 3.4% this week as US inflation data boosted the dollar and rate hike expectations. Silver plunged 7%. ANZ delays $6,000 gold forecast to 2027. The post Gold Extends Decline to Fourth Session as Inflation Data Strengthens Dollar appeared first on Blockonomi.

The cryptocurrency scene has quickly grown from an abstract concept of digital money to a trillion-dollar ecosystem that is a necessary component of daily living. The challenge now is not how to purchase cryptocurrency, but rather how to do so safely and cost effectively. In this review, we will examine the fundamentals of the non-custodial [...] The post ChangeNOW Review: Behind the Scenes of the Fastest Crypto Exchange in 2026 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Iran attack victims ask a US court to order Tether to turn over $344M in frozen USDT tied to IRGC wallets and unpaid judgments.

Michael Saylor’s Strategy reported an all-time high trading volume of $1.53 billion for its STRC preferred stock, with the instrument closing at its $100 par value and logging just two cents of price movement. The Record and What It Means STRC, Strategy’s variable rate perpetual preferred stock, hit $1.53 billion in daily volume with Saylor […]

Binance's marketing shift reflects a broader industry trend towards cost-effective strategies, emphasizing product-led growth over high-profile campaigns. The post Binance CMO Rachel Conlan to depart on June 15 amid marketing reassessment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Altman's testimony highlights the tension between collaborative AI development and individual control, impacting future AI governance debates. The post Sam Altman testifies he was uncomfortable with Elon Musk’s demand for total control over OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The repeated security breaches could undermine trust in decentralized protocols, potentially impacting user adoption and market stability. The post THORChain loses $11 million in suspected exploit as RUNE tumbles 13% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased military actions by Israel in Lebanon may hinder diplomatic efforts and heighten regional tensions, impacting future peace prospects. The post Israel escalates military actions in Lebanon, dims diplomatic meeting prospects appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol reached $4 billion in TVL just one year after its official launch. Bitcoin stays locked on its native UTXO chain, keeping assets verifiable without bridging or wrapping. On-chain ZK verification costs dropped from $15,000 to $10–$20, making Bitcoin DeFi far more practical. Babylon plans to integrate with Aave V4, allowing [...] The post Babylon Crosses $4B TVL as Trustless Bitcoin Staking Gains Ground in DeFi appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The US dollar jumped over 1% this week to monthly highs as Fed rate hike odds surged to 65%. Iran tensions and strong data drove the greenback's rally. The post US Dollar Climbs to Four-Week Peak as Federal Reserve Rate Hike Odds Jump to 65% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) stock plunged 9% after its largest union confirmed an 18-day strike from May 21, risking up to $20.8B in profit losses. The post Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) Stock Plummets 9% Ahead of Major Union Strike appeared first on Blockonomi.

Micron (MU) stock approaches $800 with $1,000 targets. Q2 revenue up 196% YoY, HBM sold out through 2026. Explore strategies to capitalize on the rally. The post Micron (MU) Stock Eyes $1,000 Target Amid AI Memory Surge appeared first on Blockonomi.

This Friday, we examine Ethereum, Ripple, Cardano, Binance Coin, and Hyperliquid in greater detail. Ethereum (ETH) Ethereum has been hovering just below the $2,400 resistance for over four weeks. With bulls unable to break this level, the price has entered a correction. At the time of this post, ETH is found at around $2,270 and […]

Warsh's leadership may reshape U.S. monetary policy, impacting economic strategies and market expectations amid political dynamics. The post Kevin Warsh confirmed as new Fed Chair, succeeding Jerome Powell appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The purchase makes Hana Financial the fourth-largest shareholder in Dunamu, following several crypto-related deals in the last two months, as it dives deeper into the digital assets sector.

Corning (GLW) SVP sells $2M in shares as the stock trades at 99x earnings. Insiders have sold 45 times with zero purchases over the past year. The post Corning (GLW) Stock: Senior Executive Offloads $2M Stake Amid Valuation Debate appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: BSC transaction signatures shift from ECDSA to ML-DSA-44, growing from 65 bytes to 2,420 bytes per transaction. pqSTARK aggregation compresses six validator signatures into 340 bytes, achieving a near 43:1 compression ratio. Native transfer throughput drops by 40% and gas throughput falls 50% due to larger post-quantum block sizes. Median finality holds steady at [...] The post BNB Chain Maps Out Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration Path for BNB Smart Chain appeared first on Blockonomi.

Rising ECB rates amid geopolitical tensions could trigger inflation control challenges, impacting eurozone growth and financial market stability. The post European Central Bank rate hikes increasingly likely due to Iran war, says Nagel appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI security talks between Trump and Xi highlight the urgent need for international cooperation to manage technological risks and economic tensions. The post Trump discusses AI security with Xi Jinping during first US state visit to China since 2017 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Shiba Inu supply reduction momentum returns with burn rate surging 1034%.

Glassnode has pointed out how this Bitcoin bear market has so far seen a peak Unrealized Loss significantly lower than previous cycles. Bitcoin Relative Unrealized Loss Has Dropped To Just 8% In its latest report, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has discussed the latest trend in the Relative Unrealized Loss of Bitcoin. This indicator keeps track […]

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RUNE just plumeted by around 15% in minutes.

Alphabet (GOOGL) shares dropped 1.75% after issuing a record $3.6B yen bond to support its $180-$190B AI capital spending plans for 2025 and beyond. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Slides After Historic $3.6B Yen Bond Offering appeared first on Blockonomi.

OKX has moved closer to securing a major foothold in South Korea after entering talks to acquire a substantial stake in local crypto exchange Coinone alongside Korea Investment & Securities. According to Yonhap News Agency, OKX and Korea Investment &…

HYPE, reached a yearly high of $46.93, soaring 17% in 24 hours following news that Coinbase will stake HYPE to activate AQAv2. The Shift to USDC Integration HYPE, the utility token of the decentralized exchange and layer 1 protocol Hyperliquid, surged to $46.93 on Friday, its highest point this year. The rally followed an announcement […]

Romania's political instability highlights the rising influence of far-right parties in Europe, potentially reshaping future governance. The post Romanian PM Bolojan ousted after no-confidence vote, coalition talks underway appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

JPMorgan questions whether Ethereum upgrades can close the gap with Bitcoin, pointing to weak DeFi demand, limited network growth, and lagging institutional flows. The post Ethereum (ETH) Falls Behind Bitcoin (BTC) as JPMorgan Casts Doubt on Network Revival appeared first on Blockonomi.

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ARK Invest sold $16.6M in TSMC stock at record highs and purchased $4.85M of Cerebras Systems shares following its explosive IPO on May 14, 2026. The post ARK Invest Offloads TSMC (TSM) at Peak, Snaps Up Cerebras After Stellar Market Debut appeared first on Blockonomi.

Here's what the massive 60 million Pi user base needs to know.

TLDR: Hana Bank filed to acquire 2.28 million Dunamu shares for 1.003 trillion won, closing on June 15, 2026. The deal marks the largest-ever investment by a Korean bank into a digital asset company to date. Upbit holds over 80% of South Korea’s crypto trading volume and ranks third globally on CoinMarketCap. Korea’s Digital Asset [...] The post Hana Bank Acquires $670 Million Stake in Dunamu, Becomes Upbit’s Fourth-Largest Shareholder appeared first on Blockonomi.

AMD stock nears 52-week highs after crushing Q1 estimates with $1.37 EPS and $10.25B revenue. Analysts raise targets to $515 on strong data center growth. The post Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Stock Surges Toward 52-Week Peak Following Stellar Q1 Results appeared first on Blockonomi.

Copper's surge highlights persistent supply-side inflation pressures, influencing central bank policies and impacting risk asset markets. The post Copper nears record high as supply crunch outweighs recession fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Increased scrutiny on Altman's investments could delay OpenAI's IPO, highlighting the need for transparent governance and conflict resolution. The post OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s investments face GOP scrutiny ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

B2C2 has secured a Crypto-Asset Service Provider license in Luxembourg, allowing the digital asset liquidity firm to expand regulated crypto trading services across the European Union under the bloc’s MiCA framework. According to a statement released by B2C2 on Friday,…

Senator Elizabeth Warren launched a sweeping attack on the U.S. digital asset market structure bill during a Senate Banking Committee hearing on May 14, calling it an economic threat. The committee still voted 15-9 to advance the bill to the full Senate floor. Warren’s 44 Amendments and Three Core Objections Warren arrived at the May […]

Trump's Q1 2026 ethics filing reveals he sold Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft stakes while buying into Nvidia, Broadcom, and other chip stocks worth $1M-$5M each. The post Trump’s Portfolio Pivot: Nvidia (NVDA) and Chip Stocks Replace Big Tech Holdings appeared first on Blockonomi.

Wedbush raises Microsoft (MSFT) to $575 after OpenAI deal restructure caps payments at $38B and accelerates $6B cash flow, citing Azure growth potential. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Surges to $575 Target as Wedbush Applauds OpenAI Partnership Overhaul appeared first on Blockonomi.

Applied Materials (AMAT) exceeded Q2 forecasts with $2.86 EPS and guided Q3 revenue to $8.95B, yet stock dropped in premarket despite the strong performance. The post Applied Materials (AMAT) Stock Drops After Crushing Q2 Earnings and Raising Q3 Forecast appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitget says OpenAI-linked preOPAI commitments topped $100M as its IPO Prime sale neared the May 15 deadline, despite equity risks.

The Clarity Act could reshape the digital asset landscape, impacting traditional banks and crypto platforms by redefining yield regulations. The post Senate Banking Committee votes on Clarity Act, favoring Bitcoin and Coinbase staking appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The market's rise following the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East has not altered the overall trend: Bitcoin continues to outpace Ethereum and other altcoins. This conclusion was reached by analysts at JPMorgan, reports The Block. According to the bank, digital gold is recovering more swiftly—both in the spot ETF segment and in the futures market. Institutional investors are more actively returning to the leading cryptocurrency: inflows into Bitcoin funds have compensated for two-thirds of the recent outflows, whereas Ethereum ETFs have only managed a third. Open positions on the CME for Bitcoin have returned to peak levels, while interest in Ether remains low. Experts doubt that the hard forks Glamsterdam and Hegota planned for this year will rectify the situation. Previous network updates over the past three years have not resulted in a noticeable increase in activity—on the contrary, they have reduced transaction costs in L2 solutions, which decreased the volume of burned fees and increased the supply of coins. This has exerted additional pressure on Ether's price. Analysts attribute the weakness in the altcoin market since 2023 to three factors: low liquidity and insufficient market depth; stagnation in the decentralized finance sector; regular hacks and security issues. These factors have undermined investor confidence and are restraining the influx of new capital into the alternative cryptocurrency ecosystem. The situation is unlikely to change without a sharp increase in activity in real-sector applications and DeFi, JPMorgan concluded. Back in May 11, digital gold prices tested $82,000, yet traders continued to exercise caution.

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TSMC (TSM) is selling 152M VIS shares worth $850M, reducing its stake to 19% while preserving operational ties. Stock rises on strategic refocusing news. The post TSMC (TSM) Divests $850M Stake in Vanguard International Semiconductor appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cerebras Systems (CBRS) stock jumped 68% in its Nasdaq debut, closing at $311.07 after raising $6.4B in 2026's biggest IPO with backing from Amazon and OpenAI. The post Cerebras Systems (CBRS) Stock Soars 68% in Market Debut as AI Chip Wars Heat Up appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stellantis (STLA) stock edges lower as the automaker announces a $1B partnership with Dongfeng to produce electric Peugeot and Jeep vehicles in China by 2027. The post Stellantis (STLA) Stock: Dongfeng Partnership Fuels Peugeot and Jeep EV Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cisco (CSCO) stock soared 13.5% after beating Q3 estimates and raising AI order outlook to $9B. Analyst sets Street-high $150 price target. The post Cisco (CSCO) Stock Soars 13.5% as Analyst Sets $150 Price Target on AI Momentum appeared first on Blockonomi.

David Schwartz explained how XRPL’s Negative UNL helps the network handle validator outages without silencing smaller participants.

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Global crypto exchange OKX is in discussions to acquire approximately a 20% stake in Coinone, one of South Korea’s five licensed crypto exchanges, according to a May 15 report by Yonhap News Agency — a move that would mark OKX’s most significant strategic foothold in one of Asia’s most active digital asset markets. Related Reading: […]

The Bank of England (BoE) is set to water down its planned stablecoin rules and is exploring alternative solutions to mitigate potential risks, following pressure from the local crypto industry and multiple lawmakers about the proposed restrictions. Related Reading: Brokerage Giant Charles Schwab Rolls Out Spot Crypto Trading To Retail Investors BoE Calls Stablecoin Plans […]

A hidden XRPL mechanism revealed by Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz may be the key reason large corporations cannot quietly take control of the XRP network.

BitGo will support Moon’s Bitcoin card products in Asia, starting with prepaid gift cards in Hong Kong stores and online this month in 2026.

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The CFTC's decision fosters regulatory alignment, reducing compliance burdens for French firms and potentially enhancing transatlantic market fluidity. The post CFTC approves capital comparability order for nonbank swap dealers in EU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Illicit crypto transactions remain below 1% of total on-chain volume, per Binance Research 2025 data. On-chain illicit funds rose 28% to over $75B in 2025, reflecting laundering failures, not successes. Top crypto mixers process just $10M daily, making $1B in stolen funds take 100+ days to obscure.  Over 80% of illicit funds moved to [...] The post Illicit Crypto Hits $75B On-Chain as Laundering Bottlenecks Grow, Binance Research Reveals appeared first on Blockonomi.

Apple (AAPL) stock dropped 1.2% as OpenAI considers legal action over the ChatGPT-Siri deal that failed to meet revenue expectations. Details inside. The post Apple (AAPL) Stock Dips as OpenAI Considers Legal Action Over ChatGPT Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bit Digital has reported lower first-quarter revenue and another steep quarterly loss as the Nasdaq-listed company continues redirecting capital from bitcoin mining into Ethereum staking and treasury operations. According to Bit Digital’s earnings report released Thursday, first-quarter revenue came in…

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The Fed's bid for 10-year notes could shift capital flows, impacting borrowing costs and risk asset valuations, including cryptocurrencies. The post Federal Reserve bids $10B for 10-year notes, and crypto markets should pay attention appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Altcoin market shows early signs of momentum with rising Binance volume, climbing AltSeason Index, and shifting ETF flows. Full season not yet confirmed. The post Altcoin Season 2026: Three Critical Indicators Signal Potential Market Shift appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Australia’s CGT plan may raise crypto tax bills from 2027, as experts warn it could weaken long-term holding and push traders to sell early.

Public Bitcoin miners spent years racing to add more hashrate to the network. In the first quarter of 2026, many of them did the opposite. This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, a weekly newsletter by Blocksbridge Consulting curating the latest news in energy, compute, infrastructure, and data analysis from The Energy Mag. The original […]

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Strive (ASST) stock jumped 5.8% after unveiling daily dividends on SATA preferred shares and achieving debt-free status with zero encumbered Bitcoin. The post Strive (ASST) Stock Surges 6% After Eliminating Debt and Introducing Daily Dividend Payments appeared first on Blockonomi.

Trump family Q1 2026 ethics filing shows purchases of Coinbase (COIN), Strategy (MSTR), and MARA Holdings shares among over 2,000 total transactions. The post Trump Family’s Q1 2026 Stock Portfolio Includes Coinbase (COIN), Strategy (MSTR), and MARA Holdings appeared first on Blockonomi.

The EU's move to join the US-led tech alliance signals a strategic shift towards stronger transatlantic ties, impacting global tech dynamics. The post EU in talks to join US-led alliance for tech supply chain security appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: An attacker minted 116,500 unbacked rsETH tokens worth $292M by exploiting Kelp DAO’s LayerZero bridge in April. Aave paused rsETH markets on five networks to prevent further losses while the DeFi United coalition executed recovery. Over 117,000 rsETH tokens valued at $278M will refill recovery reserves in stages through the end of May 2025. [...] The post Aave Unpauses rsETH Markets After Coordinated $292 Million Kelp DAO Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.

Robin Singh, CEO and founder of Koinly said the changes will hurt low-income crypto investors most and could encourage more short-term trading.

Signal's vice president of strategy said the firm “would rather pull out of the country” than comply with Bill C-22, which could threaten end-to-end encryption.

Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have logged a significant resurgence of capital on Thursday.

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Tezos debuts TzEL, a quantum-resistant privacy system, while co-founder Arthur Breitman warns the crypto sector is downplaying quantum computing risks. The post Tezos Unveils Post-Quantum Privacy Solution Amid Growing Industry Debate appeared first on Blockonomi.

Strategy has recorded a new trading volume high for its STRC perpetual preferred stock, adding fresh attention to the company’s use of structured equity products to finance Bitcoin purchases. According to a post from Michael Saylor, Strategy’s Variable Rate Series…

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The latest impressive price surge was likely driven by the Coinbase news, and perhaps due to the CLARITY Act progress.

Hyperliquid (HYPE) surges 21% to $46.64 after 21Shares ETF lists on Nasdaq and Coinbase becomes USDC treasury deployer. Full analysis and outlook. The post Hyperliquid (HYPE) Soars 21% Following Nasdaq ETF Debut and Coinbase Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin dipped to $79,200 during the Trump-Xi summit on Taiwan tensions and a scorching inflation print before recovering to reclaim $81,000 as U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped his Beijing visit. A Summit Between the World’s Two Largest Economies Trump arrived in Beijing accompanied by a delegation of U.S. executives, including Tesla’s Elon Musk, Apple’s Tim […]

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A court-appointed bankruptcy examiner found that Fenwick & West was “deeply intertwined in nearly every aspect of FTX Group’s wrongdoing” — and now that finding sits at the heart of a $525 million federal lawsuit filed against the Silicon Valley law firm. Related Reading: Crypto Superapp Legend Announces Shutdown As Industry Shakeout Continues Shell Companies […]

Despite the common believe, one of the biggest issues with post-quantum blockchain isn't consensus.

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The U.S. Senate Banking Committee approved the CLARITY Act with a vote of 15 to 9. The bill proposes comprehensive federal regulation of the cryptocurrency market and delineates the powers between the SEC and the CFTC. The future of the bill remains uncertain. Democrats demand revisions to address illegal financing and to add restrictions to prevent potential conflicts of interest among politicians. Senators Ruben Gallego and Angela Alsobrooks indicated that committee approval does not guarantee their support in a full Senate vote. Analysts at TD Cowen, led by Jaret Seiberg, anticipated the approval but doubted the initiative's further success. "Committee recognition does not mean the bill will pass the entire Senate. Democrats may support the bill but vote against it in the full session if their amendments are not considered," said Seiberg. Provisions regarding stablecoins sparked particular debate. Banks opposed the language allowing crypto companies to reward users for holding such assets. Before the vote, lawmakers considered a compromise: it permits rewards for certain actions with "stablecoins" but prohibits interest income for passive holding. Committee Chairman Tim Scott allowed for a late compromise on contentious points but rejected several other Democratic amendments. The bill will undergo further consideration in the Senate. Afterward, lawmakers must reconcile the final version with the House of Representatives before sending it to the President for signing. Prior to the vote, the CLARITY Act received over 100 comments—40 of which were prepared by Senator Elizabeth Warren. Notably, she proposed prohibiting the Federal Reserve from opening master accounts for crypto companies.

Tando app integrates Bitcoin Lightning payments with Kenya's M-PESA, enabling users to receive cryptocurrency as local currency without wallets or exchanges. The post Tando App Bridges Bitcoin Lightning Network to Kenya’s M-PESA System appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Kraken switches its kBTC infrastructure from LayerZero to Chainlink CCIP after a $292M bridge hack, joining a $3B industry-wide migration to more secure systems. The post Kraken Abandons LayerZero for Chainlink Following Massive $292M Bridge Exploit appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meta's AI integration in Threads could reshape information dissemination, impacting market dynamics and regulatory landscapes globally. The post Threads tests Meta AI integration for real-time trend insights in beta appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The significant funding for privacy-focused blockchains highlights growing institutional interest in secure, scalable digital finance solutions. The post Arc, Canton and Tempo raise over $1B for privacy-focused blockchains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The incident underscores the urgent need for robust AI governance in banking to prevent internal mishandling of sensitive data. The post Community Bank discloses security lapse after unauthorized AI app exposure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Dogecoin (DOGE) trades at $0.1145, up 20% monthly. Open Interest reaches $1.83B as RSI nears 67. Key resistance test at $0.1231 could trigger breakout. The post Dogecoin (DOGE) Eyes Critical Resistance as Bullish Momentum Accelerates appeared first on Blockonomi.

Senate Banking Committee votes 15-9 to advance the CLARITY Act crypto bill. Two Democrats joined Republicans in the bipartisan vote. What's next? The post Senate Banking Committee Propels Crypto CLARITY Act Forward in Historic Vote appeared first on Blockonomi.

Former Celsius executive Roni Cohen-Pavon has been sentenced to time served by a U.S. federal judge nearly three years after authorities charged him in connection with the crypto lender’s collapse and manipulation of its CEL token. According to proceedings held…

MARA Holdings (MARA) stock rises after $1.5B Long Ridge power plant acquisition. The 505 MW Ohio facility supports AI compute expansion plans. The post MARA Holdings (MARA) Stock: $1.5B Energy Acquisition Signals AI Infrastructure Pivot appeared first on Blockonomi.

Nigel Farage has come under renewed scrutiny in the United Kingdom after reports linked a £1.4 million property purchase to a multimillion-pound personal payment from crypto investor Christopher Harborne, adding to existing concerns over the Reform UK leader’s financial ties…

Large XRP holders are continuing to accumulate even as the market remains sensitive to regulatory developments.

Bolivia’s anti-drug czar, Ernesto Justiniano, and the director of the Bolivian Special Anti-Narcotics Force (FELCN), Frans William Cabrera Quispe, met with DEA officials to organize collaboration efforts. The focus of this action would be to probe the cryptocurrency money laundering networks of Sebastian Marset. Bolivian Officials Meet With US DEA to Tackle Drug-Linked Crypto Money […]

Google's Googlebook launch with integrated AI and Android signals a transformative shift in personal computing, challenging existing ecosystems. The post Google debuts Android Googlebook laptop platform with Gemini AI baked in appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

QCI's revenue surge masks underlying financial challenges, highlighting the need for sustainable growth and efficient expense management. The post Quantum Computing revenue surges 9,000% to $3.6M in Q1 2026, but the fine print tells a different story appeared first on Crypto Briefing.