Standard Chartered (STAN) stock fell over 1% as the bank revealed plans to cut 7,000 jobs by 2030, replacing back-office positions with AI technology. The post Standard Chartered (STAN) Shares Slide as Bank Unveils Plan to Eliminate 7,000 Positions by 2030 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Cerebras (CBRS) stock rose 6% on S&P index fast-track news, following a 68% IPO surge. Revenue grew 2,000%, but customer concentration poses risks. The post Cerebras Systems (CBRS) Stock Jumps 6% Following S&P Index Fast-Track News appeared first on Blockonomi.

[PRESS RELEASE – Nuremberg, Germany, May 19th, 2026] Based on Coinbird DCA Calculator data: monthly Bitcoin buying since 2015 returned +4,515%, while investors would still have endured a 76.72% drawdown, and DCA underperformed lump-sum investing in Coinbird’s tested shorter-term scenarios New analysis from independent crypto comparison platform Coinbird shows what disciplined monthly Bitcoin buying since […]

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Ethereum remains under persistent selling pressure after failing to reclaim key resistance zones, with recent price action pointing to weakening bullish momentum and a growing probability of deeper retracement. The market is now testing critical support levels that could determine ETH’s next major move. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart Ethereum has extended its corrective […]

[PRESS RELEASE – New York, USA, May 19th, 2026] Ape and Pepe (APEPE), a Polygon-based, community-driven hybrid meme ecosystem project, has officially announced the launch of “Community FLOW,” a new initiative aimed at expanding global community engagement and enhancing ecosystem transparency. The launch of Community FLOW is part of APEPE’s long-term ecosystem expansion strategy focused […]

An SEC veteran clarifies that Ripple never faced a gag order, while Binance removes low-volume BTC and UNI pairs, and a new Shai-Hulud malware version wave hits Web3.

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Citi upgrades SanDisk (SNDK) stock target to $2,025, suggesting 52% upside. AI data center demand and $6B buyback program fuel bullish outlook. The post SanDisk (SNDK) Stock Gains Citi’s $2,025 Price Target: Can It Surge 52% Higher? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Alphabet (GOOGL) stock rises as Google partners with Blackstone on $5B AI cloud venture using TPU chips, challenging CoreWeave and Nebius in compute market. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Rises as Google Partners with Blackstone on $5B AI Cloud Initiative appeared first on Blockonomi.

GE Aerospace (GE) stock gains attention with AI tool that designs hypersonic ramjet engines in seconds instead of months. Defense segment targets $13B sales. The post GE Aerospace (GE) Stock Surges as AI Slashes Hypersonic Engine Development Time by 99% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitget Wallet integrates Kraken xStocks, enabling users to trade 130+ tokenized equities alongside crypto with zero fees and 24/7 access. The post Bitget Wallet Partners with Kraken to Offer 130+ Tokenized Stocks appeared first on Blockonomi.

Home Depot (HD) stock climbed after Q1 earnings beat Wall Street expectations with $3.43 EPS and $41.77B revenue. Full-year guidance unchanged. The post Home Depot (HD) Stock Gains as Q1 Results Surpass Analyst Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitget Wallet brings 130 xStocks tokenized equities to 90M+ users, expanding RWA access as tokenized stocks near $1.5B market cap worldwide.

[PRESS RELEASE – Vilnius, Lithuania, May 19th, 2026] A new card skin, a crypto reward for first-time users, and a donation to the Elina Svitolina Foundation with every activation — a chance to make an impact on and off the court. WhiteBIT, the largest European cryptocurrency exchange by traffic, has announced a new initiative with its […]

Ripple’s XRP remains trapped in a prolonged consolidation phase after months of persistent bearish pressure, with recent price action reflecting indecision and a lack of strong directional momentum. The asset is now hovering near critical support levels, where the next breakout could define the medium-term trend. Ripple Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily […]

The XRP Ledger community is debating whether an approaching v3.1.3 upgrade amounts to a hard fork after infrastructure operators warned that nodes failing to update before the fix amendment activates will no longer be able to communicate with the network. The dispute erupted after XRPL validator operator Vet said version 3.1.3 of rippled had been […]

The self-custodial wallet platform integrated Kraken-backed xStocks infrastructure, adding more than 130 tokenized stocks and ETFs for users.

Bitcoin hovered near $76,738 early Tuesday as traders watched a tightening consolidation range follow a strong multiweek advance. Technical indicators across the one-hour, four-hour, and daily charts remained mixed, pointing to cautious momentum. Support around $76,000 held as the critical level shaping near-term price direction. Bitcoin Chart Outlook On the one-hour bitcoin chart, intraday price […]

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Stock futures decline Tuesday with Nasdaq down 0.8% as Treasury yields rise above 4.6%. Nvidia earnings Wednesday could determine AI trade direction. The post Tech Stocks Tumble in Pre-Market as Treasury Yields Surge Past 4.6% appeared first on Blockonomi.

ASML stock edges lower as CEO confirms High-NA chips arriving soon. Institutional investors boost positions despite TSMC's concerns over $400M tool costs. The post ASML (ASML) Stock: High-NA EUV Chips Expected Within Months Despite TSMC Pricing Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

Canaan (CAN) stock fell 7% after revealing an 8 MW Nordic district heating project using Avalon miners to supply heat to 2,800 homes sustainably. The post Canaan (CAN) Stock Slides 7% Despite Major Nordic Heating Initiative Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP Ledger hard fork debate grows as David Schwartz explains XRPL upgrades before the 3.1.3 fix amendment activates on May 27.

Australia-based platform opens contract tiers from $15 to $300,000, targeting investors seeking direct exposure to mined Bitcoin output without ASIC hardware overhead. The fourth Bitcoin halving cut the block reward to 3.125 BTC. Since then, anyone running the numbers on…

A solana staker who locked up nearly a million tokens five years ago has now offloaded more than $137 million worth of sol, but still has $32 million staked. Five Years Staked, One Year Selling A veteran solana holder sold another 30,000 sol for approximately $2.56 million, bringing their total recorded exits to 965,274 SOL […]

RLUSD supply expands with nearly 40 million tokens minted.

Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting invested $97M in defense stocks including Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris in early 2026. The post Gina Rinehart Deploys $97M Into U.S. Defense Giants RTX, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman appeared first on Blockonomi.

Saudi Aramco and Pasqal have unveiled Saudi Arabia's first quantum computer and introduced the Quantum Computing as a Service (QCaaS) platform.  The quantum processor was deployed back in November 2025, but full operation has only now become feasible. The device is housed in Aramco's data centre. The system is based on Pasqal's processor with 200 programmable qubits, built using neutral atom technology.  QCaaS is designed for both internal company projects and external users—research centres, universities, and businesses. Access to the system is provided through Pasqal's cloud infrastructure. According to the press release, the service is aimed at industrial tasks in energy, material studies, and other industrial sectors. The project also develops quantum-hybrid solutions. Among the application areas already being tested by partners are: port logistics optimisation; carbon dioxide storage; well logistics; drilling rig placement planning. Under the partnership terms, Aramco acts as the anchor customer and develops the roadmap for applied cases. Pasqal is responsible for cloud access and connecting external users.  Ahmad Al Khowaiter, Aramco's Executive Vice President of Technology and Innovation, linked the launch to the development of local expertise in quantum computing. He stated that the company is focusing on joint research and training specialists within the country.  “Let this achievement be a catalyst for an innovation-based economy, creating highly efficient, promising jobs for our youth and contributing to the implementation of [the national scientific programme],” noted Al Khowaiter. Pasqal's CEO, Wasik Bokhari, stated that the project demonstrates the transition of quantum computing from demonstration scenarios to business applications. Aramco recalled that its venture arm, Wa’ed Ventures, invested in Pasqal back in January 2023. Following this, the parties launched a separate programme for quantum computing for operational tasks with high potential value. The focus is on scenarios where the quantum-hybrid approach can surpass the capabilities of classical computing. Earlier, in March, the US Department of Energy announced plans to develop a quantum computer.

Quantum computing is transitioning from laboratory experiments to real-world applications, according to Petra Florisoon, IBM Quantum's Global Sales Director, as reported by Maeil Business. At the IBM Quantum Connect APAC conference in Seoul, she confirmed plans to achieve the first verified instances of quantum advantage by the end of 2026. Florisoon also announced the development of a large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computer, IBM Quantum Starling, by 2029. It will be capable of executing quantum circuits involving 100 million gates on 200 logical qubits. The system is being developed at a facility in Poughkeepsie, New York. After 2033, the company plans to transition to the Blue Jay device with 2000 logical qubits and 1 billion operations. IBM's roadmap. Source: IBM. According to Florisoon, quantum computing is "no longer a technology of the future." IBM is currently promoting the concept of "quantum utility"—a stage where such systems provide practical benefits to businesses and research centers, although they do not yet surpass classical computers in all aspects. The next stage is quantum advantage—a situation where such a computer solves a problem faster, cheaper, or more accurately than classical methods. As a prime example, the company cited a joint project with Cleveland Clinic, RIKEN, and IBM. Researchers modeled a protein-ligand complex consisting of 12,635 atoms. The company claims this is the largest heterogeneous quantum-classical electronic structure calculation to date. The calculations used two IBM quantum computers and two supercomputers. The work simultaneously involved a QPU, CPU, and GPU. This allowed them to: scale the system by 40 times; increase accuracy by 210 times; utilize up to 94 qubits. Another case involves Australia's Q-CTRL. The company claimed it completed a materials science task on the IBM Quantum platform more than 3000 times faster than the classical approach. The quantum algorithm completed the task in about two minutes, whereas the classical calculation took over 100 hours. There is no independent verification of these data yet. International Partnerships IBM has paid special attention to Asian infrastructure. Since November 2024, IBM Quantum System One with a 127-qubit Eagle processor has been operational at Yonsei University in South Korea. The company describes the system as part of the national research infrastructure in quantum technologies. In Japan, the firm collaborates with the RIKEN institute. In 2025, the partners integrated the Fugaku supercomputer with IBM Quantum System Two, featuring a 156-qubit Heron processor. RIKEN described the project as the first deployment of IBM Quantum System Two outside North America. In May, Saudi Aramco and Pasqal launched access to the first quantum computer in Saudi Arabia and introduced the Quantum Computing as a Service platform.

Canaan (CAN) stock drops 10% after reporting Q1 loss of $0.86 per ADS and issuing Q2 revenue guidance 59% below Wall Street consensus estimates. The post Canaan (CAN) Stock Plummets 10% on Disappointing Q1 Results and Dire Q2 Forecast appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ohio Bitcoin Ponzi operator Rathnakishore Giri gets 9 years for $10M fraud after promising risk-free returns and seeking new crypto victims.

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Bitcoin price remained under pressure on Monday as weakening technical indicators, heavy ETF outflows, and rising geopolitical tensions continued weighing on investor sentiment, with traders increasingly watching whether BTC could revisit the key $75,000 support zone next. According to data…

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Japan's regulatory shift could enhance global stablecoin integration, fostering innovation while ensuring robust oversight and user protection. The post Japan’s FSA opens qualified path for foreign trust-type stablecoins under new payment rules appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bubblemaps’ investigation found a cluster of nine accounts that generated $2.4 million with a near-perfect win rate on Polymarket contracts tied to major US military operations.

BNB Chain's quantum defense tests highlight the trade-off between enhanced security and reduced network efficiency, impacting future scalability. The post Binance’s BNB Chain tests quantum defense, sees 40% drop in throughput appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP Ledger sees massive adoption, pushing XRP’s real-world asset ecosystem to surge past $3.53 billion in total value.

Oil prices declined after Trump postponed Iran strike following Gulf state appeals. Brent crude stays above $110, up 80% year-to-date amid Hormuz closure. The post Crude Oil Retreats After Trump Suspends Iran Military Action Following Gulf State Intervention appeared first on Blockonomi.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sees AI agent payments outgrowing humans as x402 records 75M monthly transactions and Base leads USDC use soon.

Alphabet (GOOGL) stock surged to $404.47, nearing a $5T market cap. Q1 earnings beat expectations, Berkshire tripled its stake, and Google I/O drives AI hype. The post Alphabet (GOOGL) Stock Surges to New Heights as $5 Trillion Valuation Looms appeared first on Blockonomi.

EchoStar (SATS) stock has doubled on its SpaceX stake. With IPO filing imminent and price targets at $161, here's what investors should know now. The post EchoStar (SATS) Stock: Your Gateway to SpaceX Ownership Ahead of IPO appeared first on Blockonomi.

Meanwhile, ONDO has rocketed by double-digits today, followed by NEAR and M.

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XRP is passing through an unusual stage where institutional inflows drop severely, creating lack of volume on the network.

Nvidia (NVDA) reports Q1 FY27 earnings May 20. Wall Street forecasts a beat with EPS of $1.75+ on $78.85B revenue. Analysts see 26-35% upside potential. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock: Analyst Predictions Ahead of May 20 Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

A new 2026 comparison of 7 leading mobile crypto wallets explores how Android and iPhone apps now combine self-custody, DeFi access, and many other features. A mobile crypto wallet has long stopped being just an app for storing BTC or…

Bitcoin’s fourth halving is now well in the rearview mirror as fewer than 100,000 blocks remain. The network is entering the final stretch before the next reward cut, expected around April 2028. The Clock Is Ticking on Block 1,050,000 Live data shows fewer than 100,034 blocks remain between today and Bitcoin’s next halving, pegged at […]

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Bitcoin miners' shift to AI infrastructure could stabilize revenue, but success hinges on execution and adapting facilities for AI needs. The post Bernstein sees upside for bitcoin miners amid $90B in AI deals appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Salesforce (CRM) stock jumped 3.4% as Agentforce hit $800M ARR. Trading at 12.7x forward earnings, analysts project 45% upside to $260.48 target. The post Salesforce (CRM) Stock Climbs 3.4% as Agentforce Momentum Counters AI Disruption Concerns appeared first on Blockonomi.

Japan's LDP endorses AI-powered financial system with tokenized yen and blockchain technology, targeting 24/7 automated transactions and regional cooperation. The post Japan Moves Forward with AI-Driven Finance and Digital Yen Integration appeared first on Blockonomi.

Micron (MU) stock fell 17% this week, but analysts raised price targets to $1,100 citing AI-driven memory demand and potential Samsung production disruptions. The post Micron (MU) Stock Plunges 17% in a Week as Analysts Raise Targets to $1,100 appeared first on Blockonomi.

ServiceNow (NOW) stock surged 9% post-AI reveal. Bank of America starts Buy coverage with $130 target as analysts see 37% upside potential ahead. The post ServiceNow (NOW) Stock Jumps 9% on AI Product Launch: Analysts Target 37% Upside appeared first on Blockonomi.

Swan Bitcoin has been sued for allegedly using insider access to pull nearly $1 billion in Bitcoin and cash from Prime Trust days before its 2023 bankruptcy filing.

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The Bitcoin-focused DeFi protocol Echo has halted cross-chain operations following an attack on the bridge within the Monad network. The incident was triggered by the unauthorized issuance of 1,000 eBTC liquidity tokens. gm @EchoProtocol_ may be hacked on @monad Someone minted 1k ebtc out of nowhere, max borrowed wbtc against it on @Curvance, bridged, and tornado away— DCF GOD (@dcfgod) May 18, 2026 The BTCFi platform team confirmed that the incident was caused by the compromise of an administrative key within the Monad network. The actual damage amounted to approximately $816,000. Earlier today, Echo Protocol identified unauthorized activity involving eBTC on Monad that resulted in unauthorized minting and associated fund loss.Our investigation indicates the issue originated from a compromised admin key affecting the Monad deployment. Based on current…— Echo Protocol (@EchoProtocol_) May 19, 2026 “Monad was not affected and continues to operate normally,” representatives of the protocol stated. By the time of writing, developers had regained control over the administrative key and burned 955 eBTC that remained in the hacker's wallet.  According to analysts at Onchain Lens, the attacker initially deposited 45 eBTC as collateral in the lending protocol Curvance to borrow approximately 11.29 WBTC. Exploit Alert 🚨According to @dcfgod, @EchoProtocol_ on @monad has been exploited.The attacker reportedly minted 1,000 $eBTC worth $76.7M and used a previously tested exploit flow to extract funds through Curvance.So far, the exploiter has:• Deposited 45 $eBTC ($3.45M)… pic.twitter.com/933n9bbq3X— Onchain Lens (@OnchainLens) May 18, 2026 The hacker transferred the obtained funds to the Ethereum network, exchanged them for ETH, and withdrew through the mixer Tornado Cash.  Monad founder Keone Hon clarified that the network's core infrastructure was not affected: “The issue is solely related to the application and the bridge.” Curvance representatives stated that the isolated architecture of their markets prevented the attack from spreading to other assets. As a precaution, the protocol has suspended the Echo eBTC pool. The Echo team continues to investigate with ecosystem partners and is working on implementing additional security measures before resuming bridge operations. In April, Kelp was hacked with a loss of $292 million, allegedly by the Lazarus Group. The incident was the largest in the DeFi sector since the beginning of the year.  In May, attackers extracted $10 million from the cross-chain protocol THORChain. The project's developers confirmed the hack and denied the launch of a compensation program.

Firedancer just started producing blocks on the Solana mainnet and spot SOL ETFs have crossed $1 billion in combined assets, yet the Solana price prediction still puts the token near $84.84 with a long road to reclaim its $295 high. While SOL holders wait for Firedancer to push prices higher, thousands of wallets are entering [...] The post Solana Price Prediction Targets $250 With Firedancer Live but Pepeto Presale Holders Stand to Gain Even More Before Listing appeared first on Blockonomi.

Japan AI-blockchain finance plan backs tokenized deposits and yen stablecoins as LDP seeks 24/7 settlement and Asia policy ties in 2026 now.

Home Depot (HD) reports Q1 earnings May 19. Analysts expect $3.41 EPS (down 4.3%) and $41.6B revenue. Wall Street sees 35% upside despite recent weakness. The post Home Depot (HD) Q1 Earnings Preview: Analyst Expectations and Stock Outlook for May 19 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Blackstone (BX) stock rises as firm announces $5B AI infrastructure partnership with Google, deploying TPU compute capacity across U.S. data centers. The post Blackstone (BX) Stock Climbs as $5 Billion Google AI Partnership Unveiled appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: BNB Smart Chain’s post-quantum test reduced native transfer TPS from 4,973 to 2,997, a 40% drop. Transaction signatures grew from 65 bytes to 2,420 bytes after shifting to the ML-DSA-44 standard. pqSTARK consensus aggregation achieved a 43:1 compression ratio, keeping validator overhead manageable. Cross-region P99 finality degraded from 2 to 11 slots due to [...] The post BNB Smart Chain’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Test Cuts Throughput by 40% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Social media activity around HYPE surged as multiple catalysts, including US policy changes and exchange integrations, hit in the same week.

Cathie Wood's ARK Invest sold $16.3M in AMD stock and bought L3Harris, Amazon, Archer Aviation, and Joby. Full breakdown of May 18 trades. The post ARK Invest Dumps $16M in AMD Stock While Loading Up on Amazon and eVTOL Plays appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Binance x402 uses standard HTTP 402 flows for off-chain authorization and on-chain settlement on BNB Chain. Trust Wallet AgentKit supports x402 natively, keeping private keys on-device during autonomous agent payments. Gartner forecasts global AI spending will hit $2.52 trillion in 2026, driving demand for agent payment rails. Merchants integrate via standard HTTP APIs, removing [...] The post Binance x402 Launches HTTP-Native Programmable Payments for AI Agents on BNB Chain appeared first on Blockonomi.

U.S. cryptocurrency adoption has climbed to its highest level in three years, with a growing share of adults using digital assets primarily as investments rather than for everyday payments, according to a new Federal Reserve report. According to the Federal…

UK unemployment reaches 5% in March 2026, driven by Iran conflict and rising costs. Youth joblessness hits 14.7%, highest since 2014. 100K jobs lost in April. The post Britain’s Jobless Rate Climbs to 5% Amid Middle East Conflict Pressures appeared first on Blockonomi.

Analog Devices (ADI) stock gains attention as reports surface of advanced negotiations to acquire Empower Semiconductor for approximately $1.5 billion cash. The post Analog Devices (ADI) Pursues $1.5 Billion Acquisition of Empower Semiconductor appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: AI Financial reported a net loss of $271.5 million for the quarter ended March 28, 2026. The firm’s 7.28 billion WLFI tokens lost roughly $294 million in value within just three months. AI Financial flagged substantial doubt about its ability to continue operating within one year. Shares of AIFC dropped 9.61% to $0.91 on [...] The post AI Financial Warns of Collapse Risk After $271 Million Loss Tied to WLFI Token Crash appeared first on Blockonomi.

Tesla (TSLA) stock slid 3% Monday as the upcoming SpaceX IPO raises fears of capital flight, split investor base, and Musk's divided attention. The post Tesla (TSLA) Stock Faces New Challenge as SpaceX IPO Looms appeared first on Blockonomi.

Gold prices fell 0.6% to $4,540/oz amid rising Treasury yields, stronger dollar, and ongoing Iran conflict uncertainty. Goldman maintains $5,400 target. The post Gold Prices Slide as Treasury Yields Climb and Iran Tensions Persist appeared first on Blockonomi.

AI Financial posted a $271.5M loss as WLFI holdings fell to $706.4M, raising one-year survival doubt and related-party loan concerns for Q1.

Echo Protocol is investigating a security incident involving its bridge on Monad after crypto on-chain analysts said an attacker minted 1,000 eBTC and used part of the position to extract WBTC liquidity through Curvance. The first public alarm came from on-chain analyst DCF GOD, who wrote that Echo “may be hacked on Monad.” He added: […]

Fewer than 27,000 BTC now separates Strategy and Blackrock in what has become an unprecedented contest to be the first institution to hold 1 million bitcoin. Two Giants, One Finish Line For much of late 2024 and early 2025, Blackrock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust was regarded as the fastest-growing exchange-traded fund (ETF) in U.S. market history. […]

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Nvidia (NVDA) stock falls 1.3% before earnings. Analysts raise targets to $315 while China H200 chip deal remains uncertain. Beat-and-raise expected. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Slips as Analysts Boost Targets Before Critical Earnings Report appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Echo Protocol’s admin key was compromised on Monad, leading to $816K in unauthorized eBTC minting losses. The team regained admin key control and burned 955 eBTC still held by the attacker after the breach. Aptos was not directly compromised, though $71K in exposure was found across lending and liquidity pools. Monad and Aptos bridge [...] The post Echo Protocol Suffers $816K Loss After Admin Key Compromise on Monad Network appeared first on Blockonomi.

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI dismissed by California jury on statute of limitations grounds, removing $134B liability and clearing path for IPO. The post Elon Musk’s OpenAI Lawsuit Dismissed: Jury Rules Claims Filed Too Late appeared first on Blockonomi.

BSC tested post-quantum signatures using ML-DSA-44, but data overhead cut cross-region TPS about 40% before planned production rollout now.

On May 19, bitcoin rebounded from a low of $76,000 to trade above $77,000 ($77,200 by 3:50 AM EST). However, Bitfinex analysts warn that the drop below $78,000 exposes deep market fragilities. Geopolitical Relief Bitcoin climbed back above $77,000 on the morning of May 19, rebounding from a late‑Monday dip to $76,000. The recovery remained […]

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U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded their biggest single-day outflows since late January after investors pulled nearly $650 million from the products as Bitcoin slipped below $78,000 amid rising geopolitical and inflation concerns. According to SoSoValue data, the ETF segment…

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BNB trades at $644 with support at $622 intact. BNBAgent SDK launches on mainnet while BNB Chain tests post-quantum security measures for future network. The post BNB (BNB) Holds $644 as AI Agent SDK Deploys and Quantum Security Tests Begin appeared first on Blockonomi.

Its relationship with the WowMyCity Platform ecosystem drives it toward mass adoption, as customers receive Tokens for their daily actions: shopping, dining, leisure, etc. Similarly, users will accumulate their tokens and will also be able to pay for their purchases using them. It is a Utility Token designed for making purchases. To reward its customers, [...] The post WowMyToken (WYT) is a new Utility Token concept. appeared first on Blockonomi.

The pause in US-Iran tensions highlights the Gulf states' influence and underscores the global economic risks tied to regional conflicts. The post Trump says planned US attack on Iran was called off at Gulf states’ request appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Brian Armstrong outlines why AI agents will create the largest economy, and the numbers are already rising.

Tempo blockchain integrates Morpho's $7.5B DeFi lending platform, allowing enterprises to earn yield on stablecoins without moving funds off-chain. The post Tempo Partners with Morpho to Bring $7.5B DeFi Lending Protocol to Stablecoin Network appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ex-OpenAI researcher Leopold Aschenbrenner's fund doubles to $13.67B betting on Bitcoin miners for AI infrastructure while shorting Nvidia and chip stocks. The post Former OpenAI Executive Bets $13.67B on Bitcoin Miners While Shorting Nvidia (NVDA) appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Solana Q1 Chain GDP hit $342.2M as RWA market cap rose 43% to $2.01B, while Alpenglow targets 150ms finality.

Galaxy Digital obtains New York BitLicense and Money Transmission License from NYDFS, marking second crypto firm approval in 2026 after Strike. The post Galaxy Digital Secures Coveted New York BitLicense for Institutional Crypto Operations appeared first on Blockonomi.

Revolut launches Dogecoin (DOGE) physical debit card for real-world spending. DOGE trades near $0.10 as whales accumulate and technical patterns suggest volatility. The post Dogecoin (DOGE) Now Spendable at Millions of Retailers Through Revolut’s New Physical Card appeared first on Blockonomi.

A federal court in Oakland has dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against Sam Altman, Greg Brockman, OpenAI, and Microsoft due to late filing, according to NBC News. The jury of nine found that the claims were barred by the statute of limitations. Deliberations took less than two hours. In the case, Musk claimed that OpenAI had abandoned its original non-profit mission and effectively transformed into a profit-driven entity. The defendants allegedly "stole a charitable organization" by creating a commercial division and allowing the leadership to personally profit. The timing of the lawsuit filing was crucial. OpenAI's defense argued that the alleged damages occurred before 2021. Different deadlines applied to various aspects: before August 5, 2021; before November 14, 2021; before August 5, 2022. The jury found the defendants' arguments convincing. The verdict was delivered during a separate hearing on potential compensation Musk might have received if he had won. Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers also criticized the plaintiff's damage estimates. Musk's expert assessed the alleged wrongful gains of OpenAI and Microsoft at $78.8 billion to $135 billion. Rogers stated that the calculations were not linked to the facts established in the case. OpenAI's lawyers portrayed the case as an attempt to pressure a competitor. The company's lead attorney, Bill Savitt, called the lawsuit a "belated fabrication" and an attempt at sabotage. Following the decision, Microsoft welcomed the outcome and stated it would continue its partnership with Altman's company to advance AI systems. Musk responded differently: "For anyone who has closely followed the case, there is no doubt that Altman and Brockman indeed enriched themselves by stealing a charitable organization. The only question is when they did it." The entrepreneur announced his intention to appeal. The decision removes one of the main legal obstacles for OpenAI amid discussions of a potential IPO. Back in October 2025, the AI startup completed a restructuring, during which the company was split into a commercial corporation and a non-profit foundation.

By the end of the first quarter, the volume of real-world tokenized assets (RWA) on the Solana network increased by 43%, reaching $2.01 billion, according to a report by Messari. Three assets had the most significant impact on the segment: BlackRock BUIDL: capitalization doubled to $525.4 million following the integration of custodian Anchorage Digital; PRIME: increased by 124% to $361.2 million, supported by the Kamino protocol; ONyc: rose by 101%, reaching $145.4 million. Source: Messari. Analysts noted the diversification of the credit market. Deposits in PRIME on the Kamino and Jupiter Lend platforms accounted for 13% of the total volume. DeFi Segment and Application Revenue The total value locked in Solana fell by 22% to $6.16 billion. Messari attributed this to a 33% drop in the price of SOL (from $124.44 to $83.11), rather than a user exodus. Source: Messari. The blockchain's share of the overall DeFi market remained stable at 6.7%. The largest protocols were Kamino ($1.72 billion) and Jupiter ($1.69 billion). Application revenue for the quarter totaled $342.2 million. Pump.fun remained the leader with $124.7 million (+17%). The trading app Axiom ranked second with $42.4 million. Source: Messari. The report highlights the development of infrastructure for payments and AI agents. The x402 protocol was adopted by major providers, including Alchemy and QuickNode. User Behavior and Stablecoins Researchers observed an acceleration in trading: the average token holding time decreased from 81 to 57 seconds. Analysts linked this to the popularity of short-term trades in the meme coin segment. The volume of stablecoins on Solana reached $14.85 billion (third among blockchains): USDC: $7.83 billion (-21%); USDT: $2.89 billion (+34%); USD1: $883.5 million (+473% following inflows from Binance). Source: Messari. The main event of the quarter was the plan to implement the Alpenglow update in the Agave 4.1 release. It proposes replacing the Proof-of-History and Tower BFT mechanisms with Rotor and Votor. This is expected to reduce transaction finalization time from 12.8 seconds to 150 milliseconds. The total number of coins locked in staking reached a historic high of 424.7 million SOL. Source: Messari. By the end of the quarter, corporate balances held 18.6 million SOL ($1.54 billion). In May, trading volume on decentralized exchanges on the Solana network fell to 94% relative to Ethereum's figures. 

Hyperliquid (HYPE) surges 7% as a16z-linked wallet buys $90M worth. New USDC deal with Coinbase and Circle could redirect $160M annually. Target: $71. The post Hyperliquid (HYPE) Surges as Major USDC Partnership Promises $160M Annual Revenue appeared first on Blockonomi.

Stock futures drop and Bitcoin steadies near $77K as oil tops $100 and inflation worries mount before Nvidia earnings. Markets await key catalyst. The post Market Tensions Rise: Tech Stocks Slide and Bitcoin Stalls Ahead of Nvidia (NVDA) Earnings appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Minnesota authorizes banks and credit unions to offer crypto custody services starting August 1, while simultaneously banning all crypto ATMs statewide. The post Minnesota Takes Dual Approach to Crypto: Permits Bank Custody While Banning ATMs appeared first on Blockonomi.

Hyperliquid price rose 24% in six days as HYPE neared its ATH, helped by the CLARITY Act, USDC growth, Bitwise and SPCX.

Republican lawmakers in the U.S. House have pushed to turn a temporary restriction on a central bank digital currency into a permanent ban as Congress prepares to vote on a major housing bill later this week. According to Congressman Mike…

A federal jury has thrown out every claim in Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, finding the case to have been filed past its legal deadline. Verdict Reached, But Battle Not Over A federal jury in Oakland, California sided with OpenAI on May 18, unanimously dismissing all claims in Elon Musk’s lawsuit against […]

New testing shows blockchains can survive quantum-resistant encryption, but the massive growth in transaction data could slow networks and strain infrastructure.

Cardano (ADA) whale holdings hit 67%, highest since 2020. CME adds ADA to futures index launching June 8. Price holds support at $0.2520 with surging volume. The post Cardano (ADA) Whales Accumulate at Highest Rate Since 2020 Amid Price Consolidation appeared first on Blockonomi.

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has rescinded its decades-old policy that barred defendants in enforcement settlements from publicly denying the agency’s allegations. In a statement released Monday, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission said the repeal removes a rule…

Bitcoin treasury company Strategy has announced its second-largest acquisition of 2026, costing the firm more than $2 billion. Strategy Has Added 24,869 Bitcoin To Its Holdings In a new post on X, Strategy co-founder and chairman Michael Saylor has shared the details related to the latest purchase completed by the treasury company. In total, the […]

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reportedly preparing to roll out an "innovation exemption" as soon as this week, greenlighting the trading of tokenized versions of public company stocks on decentralized platforms.

The Ethereum Foundation (EF) continues to see the departure of key personnel. On May 18th, researchers Carl Beek and Julian Ma announced their exit from the organization. Both decisions were voluntary. The developers penned farewell messages on X. Beek will leave the organization at the end of the month. He has worked at EF for seven years, contributing to the creation of the Ethereum Beacon Chain and improving network throughput and execution. “The strength of Ethereum lies and will always lie in the people behind it, striving to make it what it is. I am grateful for these years spent among you. What’s next: I’m not sure yet,” he wrote. Ma spent four years in the organization’s research and product department. He was involved in designing network economics and scaling. The developer co-authored a proposal to enhance privacy FOCIL and led the launch of the fast confirmation mechanism, which accelerates transfers between L1 and L2. “Why did I leave? For the first three years at EF, I was engaged in market design research. In the last year, I focused on product work and growth. I really enjoy this area and want to move further in this direction,” Ma explained his decision. The Disintegration of Ethereum Foundation Beek and Ma’s departures continue a series of resignations at EF. In recent months, several prominent ecosystem members have left the foundation. In early May, leading developers Barnabé Monnot and Tim Beiko left the Protocol team, while Alex Stokes took a creative break. Temporary managers have been appointed in their places. In April, team manager Josh Stark announced his departure. In February, Tomasz Stanczak resigned from his position as co-executive director, having served for less than a year. Some specialists have moved to external projects. Back in March, the Ethereum Foundation team promised to prepare the network for quantum protection by 2029.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has reportedly prepared an “innovation exemption” that could allow blockchain platforms to offer tokenized versions of publicly traded stocks, including tokens issued without direct approval from the underlying companies. Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing…

French bitcoin treasury firm Capital B has acquired 192 BTC after completing a series of capital raises totaling roughly $20 million (€17 million). The company now holds more than 3,100 bitcoin as it deepens its treasury-focused strategy. Adam Back Joins Capital B Funding Round as Company Accelerates BTC Strategy Capital B, the French company formerly […]

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AI Financial's potential collapse highlights the volatility and risks associated with heavy reliance on cryptocurrency assets. The post WLFI-linked AI Financial warns it may not survive next 12 months after losses balloon to $271 million appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The SEC may approve blockchain-based tokenized stock trading this week, allowing third parties to digitize shares without company consent—but not everyone agrees. The post SEC’s Blockchain Trading Rule Could Transform Stock Markets This Week appeared first on Blockonomi.