Chainlink secures over $110B in total value across protocols
Chainlink's vast integration and economic impact highlight its critical role in blockchain infrastructure, potentially reshaping tokenized finance. The post Chainlink secures over $110B in total value across protocols appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Major Crypto Exchange Bags New License in Dubai
Leading crypto exchange, Kraken secures new regulatory license from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai, UAE.
Analyst Says Solana And XRP Investors Are In Trouble, What’s Going On?
Crypto analyst Merlijn has delivered “bad news” to Solana and XRP investors, with Goldman Sachs offloading their exposure to these coins. The analyst highlighted this as a conviction statement as the top U.S. bank held on to its Bitcoin and Ethereum exposure. Analyst Delivers Bad News To Solana And XRP Holders In an X post, […]
Kalshi and Polymarket Midterm Markets Favor Democratic Sweep With $12.5M Combined Volume
Prediction market traders on Polymarket and Kalshi are pricing a Democratic sweep of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections as the most likely outcome, with combined trading volume topping $12.5 million across both platforms. Prediction Markets Signal Democrats Lead 2026 Midterms as Trump Approval Hits 34% Polymarket‘s “Balance of Power: 2026 Midterms” market has pulled in […]
Anthropic secures SpaceX deal, plans $30B funding round amid valuation boost
Anthropic secures a deal with SpaceX and plans a $30B funding round. Valuation hitting $1.25T by December 31 at 82.5% YES. The post Anthropic secures SpaceX deal, plans $30B funding round amid valuation boost appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Oil industry faces supply crunch as Strait of Hormuz closure continues
The closure exacerbates geopolitical tensions, potentially leading to significant global economic impacts and heightened energy market volatility. The post Oil industry faces supply crunch as Strait of Hormuz closure continues appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Cardano (ADA) Slips 10% Weekly, But Key Indicator Flashes Buy Signal: Details
"This implies that a local bottom is forming," Ali Martinez argued.
Infleqtion (INFQ) Stock Jumps 30% on $100M Quantum Computing Grant and Federal Backing
Infleqtion (INFQ) stock climbed 30% after receiving $100M in federal quantum grants, delivering 14% Q1 revenue growth, and securing CHIPS funding approval. The post Infleqtion (INFQ) Stock Jumps 30% on $100M Quantum Computing Grant and Federal Backing appeared first on Blockonomi.
Meteora launches onchain limit orders for Solana traders to earn fees
Meteora's onchain limit orders could enhance Solana's DeFi ecosystem by integrating trading and liquidity provision, potentially attracting more volume. The post Meteora launches onchain limit orders for Solana traders to earn fees appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tesla launches Full Self-Driving in China for $9,400 on Model 3
Tesla's China FSD launch could accelerate AI development, but faces stiff competition from local firms with tailored autonomous solutions. The post Tesla launches Full Self-Driving in China for $9,400 on Model 3 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Zyga enables private execution and zkKYC for Solana institutions
Zyga's integration could catalyze institutional DeFi adoption on Solana by addressing privacy and compliance, potentially reshaping the market. The post Zyga enables private execution and zkKYC for Solana institutions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
IG Europe taps Bitpanda to expand crypto trading across Europe
IG Group, which launched spot crypto in the UK last year, is bringing the service to European investors through Bitpanda’s infrastructure.
MAPO Token Plummets 96% Following Hack
The price of Map Protocol's native token (MAPO) plummeted by 96% due to a vulnerability in the cross-chain bridge Butter Network. Hourly chart of MAPO/USDT on HTX exchange. Source: TradingView. The perpetrator exploited a bug in a Solidity smart contract, issuing a quadrillion new coins. 🚨 Community alert@MapProtocol / @ButterNetworkio bridge exploited on Ethereum and Bsc.Attacker tricked Butter Bridge V3.1 (OmniServiceProxy) into minting ~1 quadrillion MAPO — about 4.8M× the legitimate ~208M supply — directly to a brand-new EOA.More details in🧵— Blockaid (@blockaid_) May 20, 2026 The value of MAPO fell to $0.00009 within hours. The scale of issuance exceeded the market supply by tens of thousands of times. At the time of writing, prices had recovered to $0.002. The hacker managed to sell about a billion tokens through Uniswap liquidity pools, netting 52 ETH (~$110,000). Blockaid experts reported that nearly a trillion MAPO remains in the hacker's wallet, posing a threat to liquidity on other exchanges. Technically, the attack was possible due to a flaw in message verification logic. The hacker sent a fake request for transaction replay, which the bridge recognized as valid. Project keys were not compromised. The Map Protocol team has halted the main network and is preparing a migration to a new contract. Developers promised to take a snapshot of user balances for the distribution of new assets. Tokens in the hacker's addresses will be annulled. MAP Protocol has suspended the conversion service between MAPO tokens on the original ERC20 contract address 0x66d79b8f60ec93bfce0b56f5ac14a2714e509a99 across the BSC and Ethereum networks and MAPO on the MAP Protocol mainnet. All relevant exchanges have also been notified to…— MAP Protocol (@MapProtocol) May 21, 2026 Butter Network stated that user funds are secure. Update on ButterSwap:Investigation is targeted to conclude within the next 12 hours. Pending swaps will be processed once it is safe to resume.To reiterate: user funds are not at risk, and every affected swap will be processed in full once it is safe to resume. https://t.co/UEqn6bZ2wW— ButterNetwork (@ButterNetworkio) May 20, 2026 Map Protocol positions itself as a compatibility layer for asset exchange between Bitcoin and networks like Ethereum, BNB Chain, TRON, and Solana. In April, a record number of hacks were recorded in the crypto industry for a single month. More than 20 incidents resulted in losses of $651 million. In May, hacking attacks targeted Ekubo, TrustedVolumes, THORChain, Verus, and Echo.
Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock Jumps 23% Following $100M Federal Quantum Funding Agreement
Rigetti Computing (RGTI) stock jumped 23% after securing a $100M CHIPS Act funding deal from the U.S. Commerce Department for quantum computing research. The post Rigetti Computing (RGTI) Stock Jumps 23% Following $100M Federal Quantum Funding Agreement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Blockchain.com files confidentially for U.S. IPO
Blockchain.com has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, taking a formal step toward a U.S. initial public offering. Crypto trading platform Blockchain.com has confidentially filed for a U.S. initial public offering, according to Bloomberg.…
Bitcoin slips below $77,000 on Gate as BTC cools
Bitcoin has dipped below $77,000 on Gate, with the BTC/USDT pair trading just under the threshold in a muted session. According to market data, the BTC/USDT pair is currently priced at $76,998, putting bitcoin just under the $77,000 level. The…
How to use AI to make money in 2026: 12 proven methods (beginner to expert)
AI spending hits $2.5T in 2026 as new tools enable freelancers to earn income through automation and trading. Artificial intelligence spending is projected to hit $2.5 trillion globally in 2026, according to Gartner, and the majority of that investment is…
CoinGecko: Binance, OKX dominate perps as perp DEX OI share nearly quadruples
CoinGecko’s 2026 Crypto Perpetuals Report shows Binance and OKX still dominating perpetual futures, even as decentralized perp exchanges rapidly gain ground in open interest. CoinGecko’s new 2026 Crypto Perpetuals Report finds that in the first four months of 2026, Binance…
Bitcoin ‘smart money’ stacks: long-term holder supply nears record 16.3M BTC
Long-term Bitcoin holders have pushed their holdings back up to about 16.3 million BTC, near all-time highs, breaking a two-and-a-half-year downtrend in so‑called “smart money” supply. CoinDesk reports that Bitcoin’s (BTC) long-term holder (LTH) supply has risen to around 16.3…
8 AI day trading bots for stocks in 2026: trade faster with intraday automation
AI day trading bots are reshaping stock trading in 2026 with faster signals, automation, and real-time analysis. Stock day trading in 2026 is becoming more data-driven, faster, and more difficult to manage manually. Intraday price movements can be influenced by…
Zcash price eyes move past $700 after confirming Bull flag breakout
Zcash has emerged as the market’s primary breakout performer, logging a 15% single-day advance to trade at $660.21. Investor sentiment has rapidly pivoted from cautious accumulation to aggressive risk-on expansion, fueled by a perfect convergence of long-term structural chart breakouts…
OpenAI prepares confidential IPO filing with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley
OpenAI's IPO could reshape AI investment dynamics, influencing both traditional markets and AI-linked crypto assets amid evolving investor sentiment. The post OpenAI prepares confidential IPO filing with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Putin and Lukashenko oversee joint nuclear drills via videolink as NATO tensions escalate
The joint nuclear drills heighten geopolitical tensions, impacting global markets and reinforcing Belarus's military alignment with Russia. The post Putin and Lukashenko oversee joint nuclear drills via videolink as NATO tensions escalate appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Russia plans second yuan bond sale following Putin’s China visit
Russia's yuan bond strategy highlights a shift towards financial independence from Western markets, potentially altering global sanction dynamics. The post Russia plans second yuan bond sale following Putin’s China visit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
'This Is a Race We Can Win': Charles Hoskinson Targets Bitcoin DeFi Market for Cardano
D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Soars 22% on $100M CHIPS Act Funding Agreement
D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) stock rallies 22% after securing $100M CHIPS Act funding LOI from U.S. Department of Commerce for quantum R&D development. The post D-Wave Quantum (QBTS) Soars 22% on $100M CHIPS Act Funding Agreement appeared first on Blockonomi.
Zoom (ZM) Stock Gains 2% Before Q1 Earnings: Wall Street’s Expectations
Zoom (ZM) stock climbs 2% ahead of Q1 earnings. Analysts project $1.42 EPS, $1.22B revenue. Wall Street targets range from $88 to $122 per share. The post Zoom (ZM) Stock Gains 2% Before Q1 Earnings: Wall Street’s Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.
Workday (WDAY) Q1 Earnings Preview: Can the Fallen Software Giant Rebound?
Workday (WDAY) reports Q1 earnings Thursday evening. Analysts forecast $2.52 EPS on $2.52B revenue as the stock sits down 40% year-to-date. The post Workday (WDAY) Q1 Earnings Preview: Can the Fallen Software Giant Rebound? appeared first on Blockonomi.
Gold-backed stablecoin USDKG lists on OSL, enters Hong Kong’s regulated crypto market
USDKG's entry into Hong Kong's regulated market highlights a shift towards sovereign-backed, commodity-based digital assets, impacting cross-border finance. The post Gold-backed stablecoin USDKG lists on OSL, enters Hong Kong’s regulated crypto market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Tokyo Electron’s Taiwan unit accepts $5M fine in TSMC trade secrets case
The case underscores the critical importance of IP protection in the semiconductor industry, impacting trust and competitive dynamics globally. The post Tokyo Electron’s Taiwan unit accepts $5M fine in TSMC trade secrets case appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin’s long-term holder supply nears record high, breaks downtrend
The rising long-term holder supply and low exchange reserves suggest a potential for significant price volatility amid constrained Bitcoin liquidity. The post Bitcoin’s long-term holder supply nears record high, breaks downtrend appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Wall Street anticipates lower open as oil prices surge on Iran fears
Rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions could exacerbate inflation, complicating central banks' efforts and impacting global markets. The post Wall Street anticipates lower open as oil prices surge on Iran fears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
JPMorgan to hire more AI specialists, fewer bankers as Dimon bets big on automation
JPMorgan's AI focus may reshape finance, pressuring rivals to adapt or risk obsolescence, while potentially increasing market volatility. The post JPMorgan to hire more AI specialists, fewer bankers as Dimon bets big on automation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Pentagon Forms Task Force to Deploy Advanced Hacking AI Models
The Pentagon's cyber warfare division has established a special task force to expedite the integration of advanced AI tools with potent hacking capabilities, according to Politico, citing sources. The initiative will bring together representatives from Cyber Command and the NSA to explore how the Pentagon can safely implement leading models across all aspects of its operations. This involves assessing the potential use of neural networks in "high-level" systems that contain some of the most classified information. The initiative underscores the Pentagon's concern over the sudden emergence of privately developed neural networks capable of identifying vulnerabilities in digital systems faster than the world's best hackers. Amid these concerns, the Trump administration is preparing an executive order on AI oversight in cybersecurity. The document may introduce a voluntary scheme for AI developers to collaborate with U.S. authorities. According to media reports, companies will be asked to submit their developments to the government 90 days before public release. Another proposal involves early access for critical infrastructure operators, including banks. Discussion intensified after the release of Mythos by Anthropic. In April, the company announced that a preview version of the model had identified thousands of high-severity vulnerabilities, including in major operating systems and browsers. Instead of a public release, the firm launched Project Glasswing—an initiative involving AWS, Apple, Broadcom, Cisco, CrowdStrike, Google, JPMorgan Chase, Linux Foundation, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Palo Alto Networks to test the tool in secure environments. In April, it was revealed that the NSA is using Mythos, despite the startup's conflict with the Pentagon. It is unknown how the agency employs the company's AI, but others use it to scan their own environments for vulnerabilities. Disagreements between Anthropic and the Pentagon arose from the firm's reluctance to allow the use of AI models for mass surveillance of U.S. citizens and the development of autonomous weapons. Consequently, Trump ordered all federal agencies to completely cease using the firm's technologies within six months. Earlier in May, the U.S. Army convened leading contractors to integrate AI into weaponry.
Block (XYZ) Stock Surges 10% as Q1 Results Showcase AI-Driven Transformation
Block (XYZ) stock climbed 10% post-Q1 earnings with record EBITDA and Cash App growth, but DOJ probe reserve and restructuring costs raise questions. The post Block (XYZ) Stock Surges 10% as Q1 Results Showcase AI-Driven Transformation appeared first on Blockonomi.
a16z says blockchain is finance’s cloud shift, not a decentralization story
a16z crypto says Wall Street is adopting blockchain less for ideology than for efficiency, risk control and programmable market infrastructure that makes assets composable. a16z crypto general partner Guy Wuollet says the financial industry is undergoing a digital migration in…
Foundation raises $6.4M to expand beyond Bitcoin wallets
Bitcoin hardware wallet maker Foundation has raised $6.4 million in new funding led by Fulgur Ventures as it pushes beyond self-custody into identity, authentication and AI agent authorization. Bitcoin (BTC) hardware wallet manufacturer Foundation has closed a $6.4 million funding…
Cycles raises $6.4M to build private crypto clearing network
Crypto infrastructure startup Cycles has raised $6.4 million in seed funding to build a private clearing network aimed at reducing liquidity usage and counterparty risk across digital asset markets. Cycles, a crypto financial infrastructure company focused on private market clearing,…
Chainlink secures over $110B in total value across protocols
Chainlink's vast integration and economic impact highlight its critical role in blockchain infrastructure, potentially reshaping tokenized finance. The post Chainlink secures over $110B in total value across protocols appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Anthropic explores Azure servers with Microsoft’s Maia AI chips
Anthropic's exploration of Microsoft's Maia chips signals a shift towards diversified AI infrastructure, intensifying cloud competition. The post Anthropic explores Azure servers with Microsoft’s Maia AI chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Intel introduces SuperClaw hybrid agentic AI solution
Intel's hybrid AI strategy could redefine local computing's role, emphasizing privacy and performance, challenging cloud-centric models. The post Intel introduces SuperClaw hybrid agentic AI solution appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Blockchain.com Confidentially Files for U.S. IPO, Joining Wave of Crypto Listings
Bitcoin Magazine Blockchain.com Confidentially Files for U.S. IPO, Joining Wave of Crypto Listings Blockchain.com, one of the industry’s oldest firms, has confidentially filed a draft Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a planned initial public offering. This post Blockchain.com Confidentially Files for U.S. IPO, Joining Wave of Crypto Listings first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Surges Ahead with Massive $80B Buyback and Dividend Boost
Nvidia (NVDA) authorizes $80B buyback, raises dividend 25x to $0.25/share. Q1 revenue hits $81.6B. Wall Street rates Strong Buy with $283 target. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Surges Ahead with Massive $80B Buyback and Dividend Boost appeared first on Blockonomi.
Anthropic in talks to rent Microsoft-designed AI server chips
The shift towards custom AI chips by major cloud providers signals a strategic move to reduce reliance on Nvidia, reshaping the AI infrastructure landscape. The post Anthropic in talks to rent Microsoft-designed AI server chips appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Investors see higher Federal Reserve rate hike risk, Bank of America survey shows
Investor sentiment shift suggests prolonged high rates could tighten liquidity, impacting risk assets and crypto, altering market dynamics. The post Investors see higher Federal Reserve rate hike risk, Bank of America survey shows appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
CENTCOM intensifies Hormuz blockade, redirects 94 vessels, disables 4
CENTCOM's intensified blockade in Hormuz could strain global oil supply chains, heightening geopolitical tensions and complicating diplomacy. The post CENTCOM intensifies Hormuz blockade, redirects 94 vessels, disables 4 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US redirects 94 vessels in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions: CENTCOM
The redirection of vessels may escalate geopolitical tensions, disrupt global oil supply chains, and impact maritime trade dynamics. The post US redirects 94 vessels in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions: CENTCOM appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Walmart tumbles on disappointing guidance, warns of low-income consumer distress
Walmart's guidance highlights economic vulnerability, signaling potential widespread consumer spending shifts and macroeconomic ripple effects. The post Walmart tumbles on disappointing guidance, warns of low-income consumer distress appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Unchained and Bitcoin Park Hit the Road For Bitcoin Pizza Day With “The New Rules of Bitcoin”
Bitcoin Magazine Unchained and Bitcoin Park Hit the Road For Bitcoin Pizza Day With “The New Rules of Bitcoin” The Pizza Day events will span US cities, featuring Unchained and The Atlantic’s recently released short film that redefines Bitcoin ownership in 2026 This post Unchained and Bitcoin Park Hit the Road For Bitcoin Pizza Day With “The New Rules of Bitcoin” first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Bitcoin Magazine.
Hyperion Integrates with RHEA To Expand Cross-Chain Trading Across Aptos
RHEA Finance has joined forces with Hyperion to provide cross-chain liquidity accessibility within the Aptos ecosystem, launching a unified trading solution that allows assets based on Aptos to be exchanged for blockchain native tokens in one single transaction. Integrating Hyperion’s liquidity infrastructure with RHEA’s execution layer enables users to trade Aptos-native tokens against any asset whitelisted on NEAR Intents, including ZEC, without requiring them to manually bridge funds or toggle between multiple DApps. The collaboration is focused on making decentralized trading simpler for users working across chains by providing better access to liquidity and improving execution efficiency, the two projects The post Hyperion Integrates with RHEA To Expand Cross-Chain Trading Across Aptos appeared first on The Merkle News.
Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock Rises as Retatrutide Delivers Unprecedented Weight Loss Results
Eli Lilly (LLY) stock climbed after retatrutide Phase 3 trial showed 28.3% weight loss over 80 weeks, exceeding Zepbound's performance significantly. The post Eli Lilly (LLY) Stock Rises as Retatrutide Delivers Unprecedented Weight Loss Results appeared first on Blockonomi.
Fed hike odds hit 52% as 30-year yields break above 5%
Fed hike odds have climbed to 52% while 30-year U.S. Treasury yields have pushed above 5%, tightening financial conditions and upping the pressure on risk assets from stocks to crypto. Market-based indicators show traders assigning a roughly 52% probability that…
Eightco Holdings (ORBS) Stock Rises as Company Reveals $337M Treasury Portfolio
Eightco Holdings (ORBS) stock climbed 1.02% after revealing $337M treasury with $90M OpenAI exposure, 283M WLD tokens, 11,068 ETH and $133M cash holdings. The post Eightco Holdings (ORBS) Stock Rises as Company Reveals $337M Treasury Portfolio appeared first on Blockonomi.
Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Jumps as Anthropic Eyes Maia AI Chip Deal
Microsoft (MSFT) stock jumped ~2% on reports Anthropic is considering renting servers with Maia AI chips. Talks are preliminary and unconfirmed. The post Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Jumps as Anthropic Eyes Maia AI Chip Deal appeared first on Blockonomi.
Tesla (TSLA) Mentioned 87 Times in SpaceX IPO Filing: Merger Talks Heat Up
SpaceX's $2T IPO filing mentions Tesla 87 times. Wedbush predicts merger by 2027 as operational ties deepen between Musk's two companies. The post Tesla (TSLA) Mentioned 87 Times in SpaceX IPO Filing: Merger Talks Heat Up appeared first on Blockonomi.
Blockchain.com Moves Toward IPO With SEC Draft S-1 Filing
Blockchain.com Group Holdings Inc., one of the oldest crypto companies in the industry, filed a confidential draft S-1 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 21, 2026, signaling its intent to pursue an initial public offering (IPO). Blockchain.com Pushes IPO Plans Forward With Confidential SEC Filing The Dallas-based firm submitted […]
REAL Finance Signs First Securities Tokenization Agreement, Activating Institutional Pipeline of More Than $100 Million
REAL Technologies Inc., the parent company of REAL Finance, announced today that it has executed its first securities tokenization agreement. The deal activates a committed institutional pipeline exceeding $100 million in client assets and marks the initial operational use of the company’s tokenization infrastructure. Tokenization will be conducted on an EVM-compatible blockchain in advance of […]
7 profitable cloud mining platforms of 2026: Compliant, profitable, and beginner-friendly
Cloud mining in 2026 remains popular for BTC and DOGE, with SHRMiner highlighted amid rising focus on transparency. In 2026, as the cryptocurrency market continues to mature and mining difficulty steadily rises, cloud mining remains a highly attractive option for…
Kraken nears UAE launch after Dubai VARA approval
Kraken nears a UAE launch after Dubai VARA approval, with AED funding, margin, OTC trading and Kraken Prime access planned for clients soon.
REAL Finance Finalizes First Securities Tokenization Deal, Unlocking Over $100 Million in Institutional Demand
Real Technologies (parent company of REAL Finance) has executed its first securities-tokenization agreement, marking the initial operational use of its infrastructure. The deal activates a committed institutional pipeline exceeding $100 million in client assets. The Details of the Initiative The deal was signed with Factori AD, an EU- regulated investment broker that will route assets […]
Foundation raises $6.4M to expand from Bitcoin wallets into AI agent authorization
Foundation's expansion into AI agent authorization highlights the growing need for secure, user-controlled permission systems in digital finance. The post Foundation raises $6.4M to expand from Bitcoin wallets into AI agent authorization appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Solana perps venues compared against Hyperliquid in new analysis
Solana's struggle in the perpetual futures market highlights the critical need for improved execution speed and liquidity to compete effectively. The post Solana perps venues compared against Hyperliquid in new analysis appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US sanctions Sinaloa cartel-linked Ethereum addresses
OFAC sanctioned six Ethereum addresses linked to a Sinaloa Cartel money laundering network allegedly converting drug proceeds into crypto.
Kraken moves closer to UAE launch after Dubai regulatory approval
Kraken’s parent company, Payward, received preliminary approval from Dubai's VARA, paving the way for UAE dirham funding, margin and OTC trading and institutional access via Kraken Prime.
Hyperliquid whale won’t close HYPE short despite $22M unrealized loss
HYPE’s rally is flashing exhaustion near its record-high resistance, raising the risk of a 20% pullback toward the $51.5–$45 support zone.
DOGE Cofounder: 'Dogecoin Going to $20 Trillion Would Not Be Boring'
Dogecoin co-creator makes $20 Trillion DOGE Comment, sparking market attention.
Analysts Outline Conditions for Bitcoin’s Return Above $80,000
On May 21, the price of the leading cryptocurrency fell below $78,000. The market faced pressure from the ongoing outflow from bitcoin-ETFs and low demand in the spot market. Hourly chart of BTC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. On May 20, the net outflow from funds amounted to $70.47 million. This negative trend has persisted for four consecutive sessions. Source: SoSoValue. The situation with Ethereum-ETFs appears worse: the net outflow reached $28.14 million, with total losses over the past nine days exceeding $500 million. Source: SoSoValue. Analysts at Bitfinex noted that the market faced a massive wave of liquidations at the start of the week. Monday was the worst day since February, with long positions worth $584 million forcibly closed. Despite the stabilization of open interest in the range of $36.6 billion-$37.8 billion, buyers have yet to show activity. According to a report by Glassnode, bitcoin is trading below the "true market average price" ($78,300). Historically, this level separates bullish and bearish trends. For growth to resume, the price must consolidate above this mark, which currently acts as resistance. Experts identified several key factors contributing to bitcoin's weakness: Decline in volumes: trading activity in the spot market has fallen by 40% compared to last year; Role reversal: U.S. investors have begun distributing coins, while Asian participants have shifted to accumulation; Profit-taking: the realized profit index has jumped to 1.8. This indicates that sellers are using any price rebound to exit positions, and current demand is insufficient to absorb this supply. Analysts identified the nearest support zone as the range of $71,400-$76,500. A drop below these levels could signal a loss of confidence among short-term investors. Pessimistic sentiment also prevails in the options market. Over the past day, more than 90% of premiums were for purchasing put options. A large cluster of orders is concentrated around $75,000—if this price is reached, the decline may accelerate due to the actions of market makers. Amid overall stagnation, bitcoin's dominance remains at 60%. Altcoins mostly follow the flagship, except for Hyperliquid and Zcash, which have shown growth contrary to the market trend. According to Bitfinex experts, a sustainable return of bitcoin above $80,000 requires an influx of new capital into ETFs or a significant short squeeze. Back on May 19, analysts at K33 predicted a bottom for digital gold at $60,000.
Is the Bitcoin halving cycle dead? Here’s what comes next
For a decade, the four-year halving cycle was the closest thing Bitcoin had to a law of nature. Buy after the halving, sell eighteen months later, repeat. In 2025 and into 2026, that model is visibly failing for the first…
SpaceX Reveals $1.45B Bitcoin Stash In S-1 Filing, Surpassing Market Estimates
Blockchain analysts had it wrong — by a wide margin. When SpaceX filed its S-1 registration statement with US securities regulators ahead of its planned June 12 stock market debut, the company disclosed Bitcoin holdings that were more than double what tracking firms had estimated. Related Reading: Singapore Shuts Down Bsquared’s Crypto Payment Operations – […]
Baird raises Nvidia price target to $500 following Q1 earnings
Baird's bold Nvidia target suggests sustained AI demand could reshape tech investment strategies, impacting both traditional and crypto markets. The post Baird raises Nvidia price target to $500 following Q1 earnings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hedge funds increase short positions against European equities to decade-high levels
Hedge funds' bearish stance on European stocks highlights potential market volatility, with geopolitical tensions and energy costs as key catalysts. The post Hedge funds increase short positions against European equities to decade-high levels appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
OpenAI model disproves major Erdős conjecture using general-purpose reasoning system
AI's ability to autonomously disprove long-standing mathematical conjectures could accelerate scientific discovery across various fields. The post OpenAI model disproves major Erdős conjecture using general-purpose reasoning system appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ripple Price Analysis: Where’s XRP Going Next After Latest Rejection at the 100-Day MA?
XRP is trading at $1.37 as May draws toward its final week, having erased every gain from what briefly looked like the most promising technical setup of the corrective cycle. The breakout above the 100-day MA on the USDT chart has failed to hold, and a lower high has formed on the BTC pair. The […]
SK Hynix Eyes Massive $14B American Listing Amid Booming AI Memory Market
SK Hynix stock climbs 11% as the memory chipmaker plans a $14B US ADR listing. Record HBM profits and 72% margins fuel investor enthusiasm. The post SK Hynix Eyes Massive $14B American Listing Amid Booming AI Memory Market appeared first on Blockonomi.
5 Reasons Corporations Should Sell Bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine 5 Reasons Corporations Should Sell Bitcoin Selling can get you more Bitcoin over time. The main reasons for a corporations to sell all involve value creation. This post 5 Reasons Corporations Should Sell Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Allard Peng.
Anthropic’s enterprise joint venture acquires Fractional AI, pulling it away from OpenAI
Anthropic's acquisition of Fractional AI intensifies the enterprise AI race, highlighting the strategic importance of talent and deployment services. The post Anthropic’s enterprise joint venture acquires Fractional AI, pulling it away from OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ripple is booming. XRP is not. Inside crypto’s strangest disconnect
Ripple closed roughly ten major institutional deals in 2026, signing names like Deutsche Bank, JPMorgan, and Mastercard. In the same stretch, the XRP token fell more than 40 percent. That gap is not an accident or a glitch. It is…
Anthropic says other companies willing to collaborate amid Pentagon pressure
Anthropic's stance on ethical AI use could redefine government-vendor dynamics, impacting AI policy and market perceptions of AI safety. The post Anthropic says other companies willing to collaborate amid Pentagon pressure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Manus Co-Founders Plan $1B Fundraise to Reclaim AI Startup From Meta
Manus co-founders pursue $1B funding to reclaim AI startup after China orders Meta to reverse $2B+ acquisition amid tech investment scrutiny. The post Manus Co-Founders Plan $1B Fundraise to Reclaim AI Startup From Meta appeared first on Blockonomi.
CoreWeave (CRWV) Stock Surges 4% on GF Securities’ Bullish AI Infrastructure Call
CoreWeave (CRWV) stock jumped 4% after GF Securities started coverage with a Buy rating, citing AI data center expansion and strong growth prospects. The post CoreWeave (CRWV) Stock Surges 4% on GF Securities’ Bullish AI Infrastructure Call appeared first on Blockonomi.
FBI fake crypto token sting exposes wash trading schemes
FBI’s NexFundAI token sting exposed alleged fake crypto volume, market makers, $25M seized, 18 charges, and retail losses from wash trading.
Can Hyperliquid price hit ATH as ETF launch leads rising wedge breakout?
Hyperliquid’s native token HYPE extended its vertical rally on Wednesday, climbing nearly 49% over the last seven days to trade near $57.6 as traders rotated capital into one of the few large-cap crypto assets outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum during the…
Perps and Prediction Markets Are Now Available in NOW Wallet
[PRESS RELEASE – Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, May 21st, 2026] NOW Wallet, a non-custodial crypto wallet focused on security, multi-chain access, and seamless DeFi experience, now has direct access to perpetual futures and prediction markets built into the app. That means platforms like Hyperliquid, Aster, Lighter, GMX, and dYdX for perps trading, and […]
Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Is Not Simply Pulling Back, It’s Breaking Down
Ethereum is trading at $2.1k, and the chart tells a story that three months of cautious optimism can no longer paper over. The ascending channel that has provided the structural backbone for every bullish argument since the February bottom is getting broken to the downside. Moreover, the US institutional bid that supported the recovery through […]
Hyperliquid Wipes out $36.5M Shorts as HYPE Climbs Within Cents of ATH
Hyperliquid surged to a 2026 high of $59.06, placing it just cents away from its all-time high of $59.33 set in September 2025. The rally pushed its weekly gains near 50%, briefly drove its market cap past $14 billion. HYPE Approaches Record Highs Hyperliquid (HYPE) neared its all-time high Thursday morning as the token surpassed […]
US government to invest $2B in quantum computing companies
The US's $2B quantum investment underscores its strategic focus on tech leadership, national security, and global competitiveness amid private funding declines. The post US government to invest $2B in quantum computing companies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Analysts raise Nvidia price targets as AI infrastructure demand accelerates
Nvidia's central role in AI infrastructure growth highlights its potential to drive tech sector trends, but regulatory and competitive risks persist. The post Analysts raise Nvidia price targets as AI infrastructure demand accelerates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
SpaceX Heads Into Historic IPO With a $1.45 Billion Bitcoin Treasury on Its Books
Bitcoin Magazine SpaceX Heads Into Historic IPO With a $1.45 Billion Bitcoin Treasury on Its Books SpaceX has filed for a historic IPO, revealing it holds 18,712 BTC worth about $1.45 billion, positioning it among the largest corporate Bitcoin holders as it prepares to list on Nasdaq. This post SpaceX Heads Into Historic IPO With a $1.45 Billion Bitcoin Treasury on Its Books first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
U.S. Launches Export Finance Program to Boost American AI Chip Sales Abroad
Trump's ExportAI Initiative uses Export-Import Bank financing to help global firms purchase American AI tech and Nvidia chips, countering China's expansion. The post U.S. Launches Export Finance Program to Boost American AI Chip Sales Abroad appeared first on Blockonomi.
Philadelphia Fed manufacturing index crashes from 26.7 to -0.4 in May
The sharp decline in the Philadelphia Fed index suggests potential economic cooling, influencing Fed policy and impacting risk asset markets. The post Philadelphia Fed manufacturing index crashes from 26.7 to -0.4 in May appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
US weekly jobless claims fall to 209,000, below estimates
The steady job market supports the Fed's cautious stance, delaying rate cuts and maintaining tight financial conditions, impacting risk assets. The post US weekly jobless claims fall to 209,000, below estimates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
HIVE Digital Technologies plans 320 MW AI gigafactory in Toronto area
HIVE's AI gigafactory could redefine digital infrastructure, attracting long-term AI clients and reshaping the competitive landscape. The post HIVE Digital Technologies plans 320 MW AI gigafactory in Toronto area appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bloom Energy rises 2% after signing $2.6B fuel cell deal with AI infrastructure firm Nebius
AI's growing power needs are reshaping energy infrastructure, with companies like Bloom Energy capitalizing on this demand for reliable solutions. The post Bloom Energy rises 2% after signing $2.6B fuel cell deal with AI infrastructure firm Nebius appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Goldman Sachs says US labor market is healthier now than when ChatGPT launched
AI's impact on the labor market is nuanced, boosting productivity and job alignment but risking generational displacement and societal shifts. The post Goldman Sachs says US labor market is healthier now than when ChatGPT launched appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Boerse Stuttgart taps SocGen, flatexDEGIRO for EU blockchain settlement push
Boerse Stuttgart’s Seturion has partnered with Societe Generale, SG-FORGE and flatexDEGIRO to build a pan-European blockchain securities settlement system.
Jane Street accused of using Terra Telegram backchannel before UST crash
The private Telegram backchannel allegedly allowed Jane Street to unwind hundreds of millions in potential exposure “mere hours before” the Terra ecosystem’s $40 billion collapse.
Bitcoin’s ‘less aggressive demand’ may lead to months of consolidation: Analysis
Bitcoin demand and ETF flows weaken as BTC struggles below $80,000, raising risks of prolonged consolidation or a drop toward $65,000.
Foundation Raises $6.4M in Fulgur-led Round to Launch Passport Prime, a ‘Human Authority’ Device to Keep AI Agents in Check
Bitcoin Magazine Foundation Raises $6.4M in Fulgur-led Round to Launch Passport Prime, a ‘Human Authority’ Device to Keep AI Agents in Check Foundation raised $6.4 million in a Fulgur Ventures–led round to launch Passport Prime and expand from Bitcoin custody into AI-era identity, authentication, and agent authorization. This post Foundation Raises $6.4M in Fulgur-led Round to Launch Passport Prime, a ‘Human Authority’ Device to Keep AI Agents in Check first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.
Cosmos co-founder’s Cycles raises $6.4 million backed by Blockchange Ventures, Coinbase Ventures
Cycles' innovative clearing network could redefine crypto market efficiency, enhancing capital management and privacy for institutional players. The post Cosmos co-founder’s Cycles raises $6.4 million backed by Blockchange Ventures, Coinbase Ventures appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Prime Intellect builds decentralized training ground for AI models
Decentralized AI training could democratize access to AI development, challenging resource-heavy incumbents and fostering innovation globally. The post Prime Intellect builds decentralized training ground for AI models appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bank of England’s Taylor warns UK economy is weak, calls interest rates far too restrictive
Prolonged restrictive monetary policy risks stifling UK economic recovery, potentially leading to lower inflation and investment challenges. The post Bank of England’s Taylor warns UK economy is weak, calls interest rates far too restrictive appeared first on Crypto Briefing.