Bitcoin Magazine U.S. Lawmaker Unveils Bill to Codify Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Draws Bipartisan Support  Nick Begich, R-Alaska, introduced legislation today to permanently establish a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve. This post U.S. Lawmaker Unveils Bill to Codify Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Draws Bipartisan Support  first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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The official launch of QCAD, Stablecorp’s Canadian dollar stablecoin, to the Arc Testnet on StableFX is a major milestone in building robust, institutional-grade foreign exchange infrastructure directly onchain. At the same time, this integration brings native CAD-denominated stablecoin capabilities to USDC in the Arc ecosystem, empowering developers and institutions with programmable FX flows between the Canadian dollar and Dollar on-chain. As part of the announcement, it is noted that StableFX will allow near-real-time, atomic settlement between liquidity pools for CAD and USD, possibly lessening the friction associated with cross-border foreign exchange infrastructure. This rollout is also indicative of the wider The post QCAD Launches On Arc To Expand Institutional FX Infrastructure Onchain appeared first on The Merkle News.

Stellantis (STLA) shares tumbled 5% after revealing its €60B FaSTLAne 2030 strategy. Learn why investors weren't convinced by the turnaround plan. The post Stellantis (STLA) Stock Tumbles 5% Despite Ambitious €60B Investment Strategy appeared first on Blockonomi.

The stockpiling-driven manufacturing surge may mask underlying demand weaknesses, risking future economic volatility and inflation pressures. The post US manufacturing activity expands most in four years amid stockpiling rush appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz via PGSA may heighten geopolitical tensions, affecting global oil supply and economic stability. The post Iran forms PGSA, tightens control over Strait of Hormuz vessel permits appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Institutional investors are diversifying crypto portfolios, signaling a shift from monolithic strategies to selective asset allocation. The post Ethereum ETFs see $104M outflows while Solana ETFs quietly vacuum up $1.1B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The rapid success of 21Shares' Hyperliquid ETF highlights growing investor interest in DeFi, potentially reshaping the crypto ETF landscape. The post 21Shares’ Hyperliquid ETF hits $37.2M AUM in first week appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SpaceX's IPO could redefine market dynamics, influencing crypto markets, corporate Bitcoin strategies, and future financial innovations. The post SpaceX aims for $2T valuation in unprecedented IPO as crypto markets front-run the listing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Spotify (SPOT) shares surged 14% following an AI licensing partnership with Universal Music Group, allowing premium users to create AI-powered remixes. The post Spotify (SPOT) Shares Jump 14% Following Universal Music AI Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

The operation sets a legal precedent, signaling stricter enforcement against crypto market manipulation, impacting future regulatory actions. The post FBI creates fake crypto token NexFundAI to expose market manipulation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Blockchain.com's IPO could reshape crypto market dynamics, influencing investor trust and potentially paving the way for more crypto firm listings. The post Blockchain.com files for US IPO with SEC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

HYPE's surge highlights DeFi's shift towards specialized solutions, but future token dilution and competition may challenge sustained growth. The post Hyperliquid native token hits new all-time high as HYPE surges past $59 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Closed-loop cooling systems in AI data centers may reduce water withdrawal, but rapid AI growth could still outpace sustainability efforts. The post OpenAI clarifies water use in AI data centers, highlights closed-loop cooling appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Goldman Sachs reports hedge funds are selling semiconductor stocks after a 50% rally while maintaining record-high AI exposure through strategic profit-taking. The post Hedge Funds Dump Semiconductor Stocks While Maintaining AI Positions, Goldman Sachs Reports appeared first on Blockonomi.

Ralph Lauren (RL) stock surged 11% following a Q4 earnings beat with $2.80 EPS and $1.98B revenue. Asia sales jumped 31% as annual revenue hit $8.1B. The post Ralph Lauren (RL) Stock Soars 11% After Crushing Q4 Earnings Expectations appeared first on Blockonomi.

GlobalFoundries (GFS) stock surged 12% after securing a $375M quantum computing grant from the U.S. government and launching a new quantum division. The post GlobalFoundries (GFS) Stock Hits New 52-Week Peak on $375M Quantum Computing Award appeared first on Blockonomi.

IonQ (IONQ) stock rose 9.5% even after being excluded from the government's $2B quantum grants that went to D-Wave, Rigetti, and IBM. The post IonQ (IONQ) Stock Surges Despite Missing Out on $2B Federal Quantum Initiative appeared first on Blockonomi.

The executive order's vetting system for AI models could significantly impact innovation, compliance costs, and security in tech and crypto sectors. The post President Trump to sign executive order creating vetting system for AI models before public release appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The divergence in US PMI data highlights potential instability in economic growth, influencing Fed policy and market expectations amid mixed signals. The post US S&P Services PMI flash at 50.9 as manufacturing surges to 55.3, signaling a split economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The reduced likelihood of Fed rate cuts before 2027 suggests prolonged economic stability focus, impacting market expectations and policy outlook. The post Fed rate cut probability before 2027 drops, lowest in months appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Anthropic's chip diversification strategy could reshape AI infrastructure, impacting decentralized computing networks and Web3 projects. The post Anthropic in talks to use Microsoft’s custom AI chips for inference workloads appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SpaceX's IPO could reshape global capital markets, influencing risk assets like crypto by validating speculative, long-term investments. The post SpaceX plans $1.75tn stock market flotation to fund Mars ambitions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Leading crypto exchange, Kraken secures new regulatory license from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) in Dubai, UAE.

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, […]

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 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.

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.

"This implies that a local bottom is forming," Ali Martinez argued.

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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'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'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'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 Group, which launched spot crypto in the UK last year, is bringing the service to European investors through Bitpanda’s infrastructure.

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 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 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 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…

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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’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…

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…

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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 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'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.

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'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.

Hoskinson projects Cardano pivot to Bitcoin DeFi to bridge a $9 billion valuation gap amid stagnant TVL and backlash in Japan.

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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 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) 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.

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.

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.

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.

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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'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.

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 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 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…

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…

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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'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'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'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.

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) 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.

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.

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'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.

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'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.

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.

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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 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 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 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 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.

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 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 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 […]

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 a UAE launch after Dubai VARA approval, with AED funding, margin, OTC trading and Kraken Prime access planned for clients soon.

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'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.

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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.

OFAC sanctioned six Ethereum addresses linked to a Sinaloa Cartel money laundering network allegedly converting drug proceeds into crypto.

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.

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.

Dogecoin co-creator makes $20 Trillion DOGE Comment, sparking market attention.

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.

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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…

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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 – […]

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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' 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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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 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'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 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.