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Hype, speculation and alarming forecasts aside, few specialists doubt that artificial intelligence will change the world. Who gains and at what cost remains unsettled. History shows that breakthroughs bring crises as well as opportunities, forcing societies to rebalance. One field, though, has long shown almost unambiguous gains from technological progress: medicine. ForkLog examines how, even today, AI accelerates the creation of new drugs, optimises lab workflows, sharpens diagnosis and reshapes approaches to treatment. Drug discovery Most medicines act by binding to protein receptors—molecular structures that regulate cellular function and feature in almost all bodily processes. AI systems can analyse receptor structures and predict which compounds will bind most effectively with minimal side-effects. That is why tasks that once took years of lab work are increasingly being solved in months. According to estimates by the World Health Organization (WHO), most new pharmaceuticals in the coming years will in some way be developed with AI. AlphaFold and Isomorphic Labs In 2024 the Nobel Prize in Chemistry went to David Baker, Demis Hassabis and John Jumper. The latter two work at Google DeepMind and were recognised for protein-structure prediction methods, including AlphaFold, built on machine learning. In 2018 AlphaFold took first place in the protein-structure “contest” Critical Assessment of Structure Prediction (CASP), excelling in the hardest categories. Two years later, at the next CASP, a new version—AlphaFold 2—won. In 2021 Google DeepMind released the AlphaFold2 code and a database of predicted protein structures. Around the same time Hassabis founded Isomorphic Labs, an Alphabet subsidiary focused on AI for drug discovery. In 2024 Isomorphic Labs struck partnerships with Eli Lilly and Novartis. The deals envisaged funding of up to $1.7bn and $1.2bn, respectively, for the company’s AI research. In 2026 Isomorphic Labs also announced a partnership with Johnson & Johnson. In February 2026 Isomorphic Labs unveiled a universal drug-design environment, Drug Design Engine (IsoDDE), built on AlphaFold technologies. The firm is working on oncology and immunology. Despite AI-driven acceleration, projects remain at the preclinical stage. The company expects to begin first-in-human trials in the coming years. Exscientia and Recursion Pharmaceuticals Founded in 2012, Exscientia was among the first companies to apply machine learning systematically to drug design. In 2020 the drug DSP-1181 for therapy in OCD became the first AI-designed product to reach clinical trials. The project was conducted with Japan’s Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma, which handled synthesis and lab tests, guided by Exscientia’s theoretical results. By 2023 the company had eight candidate molecules ready, developed “substantially faster” than the industry average. In 2024 Recursion Pharmaceuticals acquired Exscientia in a $688m deal. Some research programmes were shut. By then several drugs had reached phase II—testing efficacy and side-effects in a cohort of 100–300 patients. The tie-up with Recursion Pharmaceuticals combined Exscientia’s AI systems with an automated lab-testing complex. Recursion also built its own AI supercomputer, BioHive-2, on NVIDIA H100s to train specialised models. The company also contributed to the open, generative model Boltz-2 for predicting proteins’ three-dimensional structures.By 2025 Recursion Pharmaceuticals focused on four oncology programmes and two related to rare diseases. Several drugs sit between phase I and II: REC-4881 for familial adenomatous polyposis, a disease that increases the risk of colorectal cancer; REC-617 for ovarian malignancies; REC-1245 for lymphoma and other cancers. REC-3565, designed for treating chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, is in phase I trials. Insilico Medicine Founded in 2014, Insilico Medicine is another significant player in AI-driven drug development. In 2017 Insilico Medicine was named to Nvidia’s top five for social impact. The company uses AI across the development cycle: PandaOmics identifies biological “targets”—molecules to be “switched off” or modulated by therapy; Chemistry42 provides generative design of candidate compounds; InClinico optimises clinical-trial forecasting. One early AI milestone for Insilico Medicine is Rentosertib (ISM001-055), linked to fibrosis treatment. Development took 18 months from an AI-identified target to a candidate molecule. As of 2025, Rentosertib is in phase II trials. Also in 2024, the AI-designed immunomodulatory ISM3312 for COVID-19 and other viral infections completed phase I. ISM3091, related to cancer therapy, was admitted to patient testing. Diagnostics and research Specialists estimate that about 90% of all medical information is represented by images such as X-rays and scans. These data are critical to diagnosis, but labour-intensive and tricky to read. Machine-learning methods, especially convolutional neural networks, suit complex visual pattern recognition. Much like human vision, such systems can pick out contrasts, edges, shapes and textures. This allows tumours, bleeds and other anomalies to be found with high confidence. Model training benefits from high-quality datasets—large archives of documented images with expert annotations. In 2024 researchers at Harvard Medical School presented an AI model, Chief, that can detect several cancers. According to the team, it correctly spotted signs of disease on digital images in 94% of cases. In 2025 America’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted “breakthrough device” status to Damo Panda, a model from Alibaba’s Damo Academy. According to its developers, the system can flag pancreatic cancer on scans before symptoms appear—vital for this particularly insidious disease. In 2026 a significant breakthrough in AI diagnostics was REDMOD, developed by the Mayo Clinic, a US non-profit. The model, also aimed at detecting pancreatic cancer, outperformed specialists at early-stage diagnosis. The researchers said it found pathological changes on scans a median 475 days before diagnosis. Google’s initiatives Google is a key provider of AI for medical diagnostics and research. The company offers MedGemma, an open family of models for medical text, image and audio analysis MedGemma based on Gemma 3. Through Health AI Developer Foundations, developers can access open weights and tools. Google collaborates with clinics and research organisations, focusing on foundational technologies. In 2019 the company introduced a model to detect and forecast lung cancer. It matched or beat a panel of six certified radiologists. In 2020, with Northwestern Medicine, researchers demonstrated a system for mammogram analysis that could detect cancer at a specialist’s level. In 2024 Google Cloud and Germany’s Bayer announced a platform for X-ray screening. It reviews imaging histories and medical records to suggest possible pathologies. NVIDIA and GE HealthCare’s autonomous imaging Tech giant Nvidia and American medtech firm GE HealthCare, a maker of X-ray equipment, are developing an AI system for autonomous image acquisition. Unlike models that analyse images after the fact, this system aims to reduce clinicians’ routine workload and standardise diagnostics. The first phase will focus on X-rays and ultrasound. GE HealthCare also plans to use NVIDIA Isaac for Healthcare, a platform for building autonomous medical systems, including surgical robots. PathAI’s diagnostic platform Founded in 2016, PathAI has built a “digital pathology platform”, AISight Dx, for primary diagnosis in clinical settings. The system provides a workspace for medical images with the option to plug in third-party algorithms. The platform supports a set of CE‑IVD-certified, AI-based tools—specifically, oncology “plug-ins”: DeepDx Prostate automatically highlights tissues and flags potentially important regions; Histotype Px Colorectal predicts disease course from images, gauges the value of chemotherapy and offers therapeutic suggestions; Visiopharm detects and counts biomarkers for various cancers. The platform also includes native functions for automated image analysis, diagnostic assistance and report drafting, but these are “for research use only” and not permitted for clinical application. AISight Dx also offers built-in assistive AI tools: ArtifactDetect, to find scanning artefacts and other image errors; Case Priority, to prioritise clinical cases based on tissue analysis; AIM-Tumor Cellularity, to assess tumour cellularity. In 2022 the platform received US FDA clearance via 510(k) and Europe’s CE mark, attesting to safety for consumers and the environment. In 2025 PathAI announced a partnership with the Moffitt Cancer Center in Florida, USA, to deploy AISight Dx in diagnostics. In 2026 the company signed a similar agreement with University Hospital Zurich. In May 2026 Swiss drugmaker Roche said it would acquire PathAI in a deal worth over $750m. Pitfalls and limits As elsewhere, AI in medicine exposes old problems and creates new ones. AI assistants, especially those based on LLMs, are prone to hallucinations. In a research paper on Med-Gemini by Google, an error surfaced: the model “invented” a non-existent brain region called the basilar ganglia. The hallucination blended two real anatomical terms: the basal ganglia and the basilar artery. The developers blamed a typo, but several specialists called the incident a worrying example of the risks of deploying AI assistants in medicine. Researchers at Stanford University found that some models could convincingly diagnose from medical images without access to the images themselves. One system scored highly “blind” on a radiology test. GPT-5, Gemini 3 Pro and Claude Opus 4.5 “confidently described visual details” on non-existent images. According to a June study, in a medical context 7.1% of GPT-4’s replies to patient questions were incorrect and could have caused significant harm. One in 156 posed a life-threatening risk. As of 2025, tools that auto-generate documentation from doctor–patient conversations introduced errors into 70% of clinical notes—adding false facts, omitting points and muddling concepts. Beyond inventing organs, LLMs are notoriously opaque, making it hard for humans to interrogate their reasoning. Poorly representative datasets can bake in biases and spurious correlations. Meanwhile, familiar issues for AI assistants—user over-reliance and data privacy—are only sharper in healthcare. WHO experts class medical AI as high risk. Under Europe’s AI Act, from August 2026 such systems must meet special requirements for risk management, reporting and human oversight. Despite the challenges and risks, WHO sees promise in medical AI—given proper rules and government oversight. The US FDA is also optimistic about AI’s prospects, while acknowledging that current regulation is dated. In the US these systems are formally classed as Software as a Medical Device. In 2025 the FDA published guidance on product lifecycle, risk management and marketing.

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Datavault AI (DVLT) Q1 2026 revenue hit $3.42M, up 443% YoY, but missed forecasts by $16.58M. Company maintains $200M full-year target despite losses. The post Datavault AI (DVLT) Stock: Quarterly Sales Soar 443% Despite Revenue Shortfall appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: The FCA is probing Mastercard, Visa, and PayPal under Chapter I of the Competition Act 1998 for restricted competition. Mastercard and Visa face the more serious Chapter II charges, which target the abuse of a dominant market position. The investigation was triggered by PayPal Holdings Inc’s public financial disclosures, not a formal external complaint. [...] The post UK FCA Investigates Mastercard, Visa, and PayPal Over Anti-Competitive Digital Wallet Practices appeared first on Blockonomi.

Trump's openness to a 20-year limit on Iran's nuclear program may foster diplomatic compromise, impacting future US-Iran relations and stability. The post Trump signals openness to 20-year limit on Iran nuclear program appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum companies are moving away from the capital management model popularized by Strategy's founder, Michael Saylor. This was stated by SharpLink Gaming's CEO, Joseph Shalom, in an interview with The Block. According to him, firms within the Ethereum ecosystem are focusing on income from staking and simplifying balances, in contrast to Saylor's "financial engineering," which often employs leverage for aggressive Bitcoin investments. Shalom considers Ethereum a more efficient reserve asset: token holders receive passive income directly. SharpLink has accumulated 868,699 ETH, valued at approximately $1.96 billion, ranking second in the market after BitMine, which holds over 5.1 million ETH. The head of SharpLink noted that many industry players suffered due to the issuance of convertible bonds and preferred securities in the early stages. SharpLink focused on raising equity capital and staking, which allowed it to maintain resilience despite a 91% drop in shares from 2025 highs. Shalom also highlighted the trend towards tokenization of assets and the growing use of stablecoins. He mentioned plans by NYSE and Nasdaq to transition to 24/7 trading and developments by DTCC in the area of RWA-backed securities. According to the executive, Ethereum's correlation with Bitcoin and the tech sector will weaken in the future. Growth drivers will include the development of DeFi, tokenization of real-world assets, and AI integration into blockchain. Bit Digital's Revenue Decline The mining company Bit Digital released its financial report for the first quarter. Total revenue amounted to $27.9 million, a 13.6% decrease from the previous period. Key figures: Net loss: $146.7 million (compared to $185.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2025), driven by the revaluation of digital assets; Cash: $79.5 million; Digital asset volume: $295 million; Ethereum holdings: 155,444 ETH valued at approximately $327 million. Bitcoin mining revenue fell by 32.9% to $3.7 million. The company confirmed its strategy to reduce reliance on mining the first cryptocurrency in favor of the Ethereum ecosystem and AI infrastructure. Ethereum staking revenue dropped to $2.3 million amid a decline in the asset's price. To enhance balance flexibility, the company transferred 70,000 ETH to liquid staking protocols. Cloud services generated $16.8 million. The colocation segment (equipment placement) showed a 23.9% increase, generating $4.8 million in revenue. Bit Digital holds a controlling stake in AI infrastructure operator WhiteFiber. The company's head, Sam Tabar, stated that the future of the financial system is built at the intersection of AI and Ethereum. "We provide computational infrastructure through WhiteFiber and settlement paths through our Ethereum staking platform. These are parts of a unified platform," he emphasized. Back in May, BitMine's chairman, Tom Lee, announced that the company had nearly reached its Ethereum accumulation goal and plans to slow down purchases.

TLDR Charles Hoskinson described the XRP Ledger architecture as “very elegant,” which renewed debate about decentralization. Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz explained how the network prevents corporate capture while maintaining stability. Schwartz stated that large corporations can dominate networks if technical perfection becomes the only priority. The XRP Ledger encourages participation from independent validators across [...] The post David Schwartz Details Tech Guarding XRP From Big Firms appeared first on Blockonomi.

Tesla (TSLA) shares dropped 1.9% Friday after Trump's China visit ended without securing Full Self-Driving approval or new trade deals for the automaker. The post Tesla (TSLA) Shares Decline Following Unproductive Trump-Xi Meeting appeared first on Blockonomi.

The world of cryptocurrencies is evolving, but one thing remains a constant – privacy. It still is a paramount concern for many users. While Bitcoin and Ethereum offer a degree of transparency through public ledgers, it can sometimes also compromise anonymity. This is where protocols like Monero (XMR) step in. However, acquiring or swapping Monero […]

Rising rate hike odds could disrupt investment strategies, impacting high-growth sectors and crypto, necessitating strategic repositioning. The post Markets raise odds for Federal Reserve rate hike after inflation report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Magazine Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide Polish lawmakers approved a long-debated crypto bill to align with the EU’s MiCA rules, as a fraud probe tied to a major exchange intensifies political tensions in Warsaw. This post Poland Passes Crypto Bill as Fraud Probe Deepens Political Divide first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

TLDR Shiba Inu burn rate increased by 1,034% in the last 24 hours. The network removed 27,137,162 SHIB from circulation during the period. Weekly burn totals reached 46,186,218 SHIB according to burn data. Monthly burn figures climbed to 198,171,816 SHIB. Total burn transactions recorded on the platform stood at 20,825. Shiba Inu recorded a sharp [...] The post Shiba Inu Burn Rate Jumps 1,034% as 27M SHIB Removed appeared first on Blockonomi.

Boeing (BA) stock fell 4.7% after China ordered 200 aircraft, missing expectations of 500 planes. Trump later suggested the deal could reach 750 jets. The post Boeing (BA) Stock Tumbles 5% Following Disappointing China Aircraft Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.

Xanadu Quantum (XNDU) shares dropped 4% in premarket despite Q1 revenue surging 300% YoY. Losses widened but Canaccord maintains $45 price target. The post Xanadu Quantum (XNDU) Stock Slips 4% After Q1 Earnings Show Growing Losses appeared first on Blockonomi.

Figma (FIG) stock rallied 12% after Q1 2026 earnings crushed expectations with 46% revenue growth and raised full-year guidance by $55 million. The post Figma (FIG) Stock Surges 12% on Stellar Q1 Results and Upgraded Forecast appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Myanmar’s new bill proposes the death penalty for those who violently coerce victims into online scam work. Life imprisonment applies to operators running scam centres and those convicted of cryptocurrency investment fraud. US victims lost over $20 billion to Myanmar-linked scam schemes last year, per FBI figures released recently. Democracy watchdogs call the bill [...] The post Myanmar’s Anti-Online Scam Bill Proposes Death Penalty for Coercion, Life Imprisonment for Crypto Fraud appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR BankXRP data shows XRP’s Open Interest Z-Score has returned to baseline levels after earlier speculative surges. The recent decline in open interest indicates that traders have reduced leveraged positions across derivatives markets. XRP price has held within a consolidation range despite the cooling in speculative activity. Binance order flow data shows taker buy and [...] The post XRP Price Stalls While Open Interest Resets to Norms appeared first on Blockonomi.

Nvidia (NVDA) stock surges to record $235.75 ahead of crucial Wednesday earnings. UBS lifts price target to $275 as AI demand expectations build. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Hits All-Time High Before Critical Wednesday Earnings Release appeared first on Blockonomi.

Thorchain suffered an estimated $10 to $11 million exploit on Friday, after attackers used vault churn address poisoning to redirect funds during a routine migration process across multiple blockchains. Thorchain Funds Compromised Onchain investigator ZachXBT first flagged the incident via his Telegram channel, placing initial losses above $7.4 million before revised estimates pushed the total […]

Rising inflation and bond yields may shift investor preference towards safer assets, impacting speculative markets like cryptocurrencies. The post US CPI rises 0.6% in April, bond yields climb amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The lawsuit highlights the critical need for clear communication and investor awareness in DeFi, beyond just the transparency of on-chain code. The post World Liberty Financial co-founder defends transparency of smart contracts amid Justin Sun lawsuit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

MOEX's 24/7 crypto trading initiative could enhance Russia's digital asset market, challenging global platforms and influencing regulatory dynamics. The post Moscow Exchange eyes 24/7 crypto trading in push to rival foreign platforms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

THORChain paused trading after ZachXBT flagged a suspected $10 million exploit spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain and Base.

Bitcoin traders split between a "massive catch-up" with stocks and the start of its "next downtrend" as BTC price action failed to flip $82,000 to support.

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TLDR Bitget completed registrations with Mexico’s SAT and UIF to operate under the current virtual asset framework. The approvals allow Bitget to provide services in Mexico under defined anti-money laundering rules. Mexico ranks among Bitget’s largest markets in Central and Latin America. CEO Gracy Chen said the company follows local rules to support responsible growth. [...] The post Bitget Advances Mexico Growth With SAT and UIF Registration appeared first on Blockonomi.

The cross-chain protocol THORChain has been breached: hackers have stolen over $10 million in crypto assets across the Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Base networks. On-chain analyst ZachXBT was the first to report the attack, initially estimating the damage at $7.4 million. According to PeckShield, the stolen assets include 36.75 BTC worth about $3 million and approximately $7 million in assets from BNB Chain, Ethereum, and Base. The majority of the funds are concentrated in two addresses. #PeckShieldAlert @THORChain has been exploited for ~$10M worth of crypto, including 36.75 $BTC ($3M) and ~$7M worth of assets from #BNBChain, #Ethereum, and #Base.The stolen funds mainly sit in:bc1ql4u94klk265lnfur2ujk9p6uh52f2a8jhf6f37… pic.twitter.com/mhWIWueVPK— PeckShieldAlert (@PeckShieldAlert) May 15, 2026 Following the attack, the RUNE token plummeted by 12% to $0.508. Hourly chart of RUNE/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. Analysts at Lookonchain confirmed ZachXBT's assessment, noting that the total damage exceeded $10 million. According to @zachxbt, #THORChain appears to have been exploited across multiple chains, including #Bitcoin, #Ethereum, #BSC, and #Base, with stolen funds already exceeding $10M.https://t.co/Pqj8JwXdAj pic.twitter.com/lYBjuhnKB5— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) May 15, 2026 The developers of THORChain have not officially confirmed the breach but have temporarily disabled certain network functions for verification. This is not the first incident in the project's history. In January 2025, the protocol froze the ThorFi lending platform amid insolvency rumors. The protocol later resolved a $200 million debt issue through new token issuance and restructuring. In September, hackers breached the personal wallet of THORChain's founder. According to ZachXBT, North Korean groups were involved in the $1.2 million attack. THORChain is frequently used for laundering stolen funds: cross-chain exchanges complicate transaction tracking. Recently, assets stolen from Kelp were extracted through the protocol. Amid these operations, daily trading volume reached $394 million. In April, Kelp was attacked, allegedly by the Lazarus Group. This breach was the largest in the DeFi sector since the beginning of the year.

A personal AI agent based on Google's Gemini has been introduced in Ukraine's state application, Diia. The assistant facilitates quicker access to services directly through chat, as reported on the service's official Telegram channel. “No longer do you need to search for the required service yourself. Write to 'Diia.AI' what you need — it will guide you, select the service for your situation, and suggest further steps,” the announcement states. To use the assistant, update the app, after which it will appear in the bottom menu. Source: ForkLog. The assistant can: provide 24/7 consultation on services in Diia; select services for specific life situations; generate a registration statement for an adult or child directly in chat; inform about traffic violation fines; give step-by-step instructions — for example, on how to open a sole proprietorship. “'Diia.AI' is not just a chatbot. It is an AI agent that not only responds but also helps perform actions,” the developers noted. In September, Ukraine launched the “world's first” state AI agent on the Diia portal. Initially, it operated in an open beta test format. In November, the country's government initiated a joint venture with Nvidia to create a sovereign artificial intelligence.

Master 10 essential investing lessons that focus on behavior, patience, and risk management over market timing for long-term stock market success. The post 10 Essential Stock Market Lessons for Long-Term Investment Success appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Hana Financial agreed to acquire a 6.55% stake in Dunamu for $668M through a share purchase from Kakao Investment. The company will buy more than 2.2 million shares, according to a regulatory filing released on Friday. Hana Financial said the acquisition aims to secure competitiveness in new finance through a strategic equity investment. Kakao [...] The post Hana Financial to Buy 6.55% Stake in Upbit Operator Dunamu appeared first on Blockonomi.

BNB price continued climbing this week as bulls attempted to confirm a breakout above a key neckline resistance zone, with a bullish double bottom structure on the daily chart signaling the potential for a larger upside move toward the $750…

Khamenei's death may lead to shifts in Iran's regional influence and policy direction, impacting geopolitical dynamics and market expectations. The post Khamenei’s death fuels speculation on Iran leadership change by year-end appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The airstrikes risk derailing peace efforts, highlighting the fragility of diplomatic solutions amid ongoing regional tensions. The post Israel strikes Lebanon amid US peace talks, ceasefire extension in doubt appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Cerebras (CBRS) falls after 68% IPO debut, Figma rallies 8.7% on earnings beat, Coinbase slips with crypto stocks. See Friday's top market movers. The post Premarket Movers: Cerebras (CBRS) Retreats, Figma Surges, Coinbase Dips on Friday appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stake.com and Bet365 represent two very different models of online gambling. One is a crypto-native platform that built its reputation on provably fair games and a sports sponsorship strategy that put it in front of millions. The other is the largest online bookmaker in the world by revenue, a fiat-first operation with decades of brand [...] The post Stake.com vs Bet365: What’s Next for Players — Including ZunaBet appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Strategy’s STRC stock recorded $1.53 billion in trading volume on Thursday, the highest daily level on record. The company used proceeds from its at-the-market program to purchase 11,707 Bitcoin. Most STRC shares traded at or above their $100 par value before the ex-dividend date. STRC offers an 11.5% annual dividend, which the company pays [...] The post STRC Stock Logs Record $1.53B, Expands Bitcoin Holdings appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR: IREN closed a $3B convertible notes offering with a fully exercised $400M greenshoe option in May 2026. Net proceeds of $2.96B will fund capped call transactions and general corporate and working capital needs. The capped call cap price of $110.30 per share represents a 100% premium over IREN’s May 11 share price. IREN also [...] The post IREN Closes $3 Billion Convertible Notes Offering to Accelerate AI Cloud Infrastructure Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.

Here's everything most interesting surrounding Binance, XRP, and ADA.

OKX's potential stake in Coinone could enhance global crypto exchange influence in South Korea, impacting local market dynamics and competition. The post OKX said to pursue 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Exaforce's funding surge highlights the growing reliance on AI for advanced cybersecurity, potentially reshaping industry standards and practices. The post Exaforce raises $125M to scale AI-powered security operations platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The Fed's hawkish shift could strain economic growth, impact crypto liquidity, and challenge inflation control, altering future rate strategies. The post Federal Reserve faces hawkish shift in rate outlook as Iran war reshapes inflation expectations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The rising costs of the missile-defense shield could strain future defense budgets, impacting broader military priorities and fiscal policies. The post Trump’s Golden Dome missile-defense shield costs rise to $1.2T, CBO estimates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A historic XRP supply squeeze is taking shape as U.S. spot ETFs lock away 1.34% of all tokens while whales control nearly 70% of the circulating supply.

TLDR: Bitcoin is testing the short-term whale cost basis near $80K for the third consecutive time since October. The prior two tests in October 2025 and January 2026 both ended in aggressive whale capitulation and selling. Short-term whales react to momentum, not conviction, making them more likely to sell during periods of weakness. Holding above [...] The post Bitcoin’s Short-Term Whales Face Third Cost Basis Test: Will $80K Hold This Time? appeared first on Blockonomi.

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TLDR Vitalik Buterin transferred 50.25 ETH worth about $113,000 through Privacy Pools on the Ethereum mainnet. The transfer followed the March 31, 2025, mainnet launch of Privacy Pools by 0xbow.io. Privacy Pools uses zero-knowledge proofs to verify withdrawals from approved association sets. The protocol limits initial deposits to 1 ETH per address to manage compliance [...] The post Vitalik Buterin Moves $113K ETH via Privacy Pools appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bill Ackman's Pershing Square discloses new Microsoft (MSFT) position, calling it 'highly compelling' after the stock fell 15% in 2026 amid AI competition fears. The post Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Snaps Up Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Following 15% Decline appeared first on Blockonomi.

Three malicious versions of node-ipc, a foundational Node.js library used across Web3 build pipelines, were confirmed compromised on May 14, with security firm Slowmist warning that crypto developers relying on the package face immediate credential theft risk. Developer Secrets at Stake Blockchain security firm Slowmist flagged the attack via its Misteye threat intelligence system, identifying […]

Hyperbridge launched a HackenProof bug bounty with rewards up to $50K after its April exploit exposed cross-chain proof risks in DeFi

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson signaled renewed momentum behind Leios, the network’s next major consensus upgrade, as Input Output moved a ₳27.7 million funding proposal toward DRep approval. The proposal seeks to mature Leios from an early public testnet prototype into a mainnet-ready release candidate, positioning the upgrade as a central piece of Cardano’s 2030 scaling […]

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The lawsuit could set a precedent for AI liability, impacting regulatory frameworks and increasing compliance costs for AI and crypto projects. The post OpenAI sued over ChatGPT’s alleged role in teen’s fatal overdose appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase turns 14 as CEO Brian Armstrong reveals the master plan to onboard 1 billion users, pivoting to AI payments and Hyperliquid infrastructure.

XRP saw a rapid spike in its burn activity after its price went parabolic with an increase of over 11% within 24 hours. This shows that its network activity is growing.

THORChain paused trading after a suspected exploit reportedly drained more than $10 million across multiple blockchains.

Oil prices surged 8% this week as the Strait of Hormuz crisis continues, Trump warned Iran of action, and the Trump-Xi summit produced no major deals. The post Crude Oil Surges 8% as Hormuz Strait Crisis Deepens and Diplomacy Falters appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Solana has been trading in a defined channel since February, with $78 as floor and $98 as ceiling. A daily close above $98 could push SOL toward $107, with a secondary target sitting at $117. Forward Industries posted a $283M net loss in Q2, mostly from unrealized SOL price declines. Revenue for Forward Industries [...] The post Solana Eyes $98 Breakout as Corporate Holders Weather Unrealized Losses appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR Charles Hoskinson confirmed that Cardano is preparing a strategy to address future quantum computing risks. He said the network is currently voting on a dedicated quantum governance plan. Hoskinson stated that a research proposal focused on quantum resistance will be released next week. He explained that the initiative involves multiple partners and advanced technical [...] The post Cardano Sets Governance Vote on Quantum Security Plan appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Bermuda's onchain transition could set a precedent for digital economies, influencing global regulatory approaches to blockchain integration. The post Bermuda moves payment services onchain via Stellar network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

OKX is reportedly seeking a 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone as foreign and domestic firms compete for market access.

Fresh U.S. ETF launches and Coinbase’s Hyperliquid deal helped fuel HYPE’s rally this week, but technicals warn of a possible pullback.

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.