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FCA crypto custodian registration under FSMA 2023 powers advances with Copper.co and Zodia Custody confirmed on public register as of March-April 2025.

Trump brought 18 CEOs to China in May 2026. A theory suggests the real agenda was a new monetary order — potentially a gold-backed Plaza Accord reshaping the global financial system.

Trump's endorsement of Ken Paxton in Texas Senate race upends GOP establishment as prediction markets show near-total shift to Paxton, with Cornyn collapsing and Senate leadership reportedly on notice.

Attacker drained $520K-$658K from Polymarket's UMA CTF Adapter on Polygon via automated 5,000 POL withdrawals every 30 seconds, funds split across 15 wallets.

CFTC under Rostin Behnam intensifies legal battles over prediction markets as Polymarket files self-certification with the regulator.

Terraform Labs sues Jane Street over alleged insider trading linked to the May 2022 Terra ecosystem collapse, citing suspicious $85M swap timing.

SpaceX prepares for Starship V3 test flight ahead of IPO. The rocket is designed for 100 metric tons to orbit with $15B invested. Starlink generates 61% of revenue.

OpenSea CMO Adam Hollander predicts tokenized collectibles like Pokémon cards and Rolex watches will drive the next NFT wave, moving beyond speculative trading.

Ethereum developers are implementing privacy upgrades via EIP-8141 and EIP-8250, alongside major funding rounds for Catena Labs ($30M), Hyperliquid ETFs ($11M inflows), and Variational ($50M).

Jito Labs expands beyond infrastructure with JTX trading platform launching in July, targeting mainstream traders on Solana with spot, futures, and prediction markets.

Microsoft negotiates to supply its custom Maia AI chips to Anthropic, potentially strengthening its position against Amazon and Google in the AI silicon market.

Senate Banking Committee passes CLARITY Act 15-9, advancing legislation to separate SEC-CFTC crypto oversight and end decade of regulatory uncertainty.

Forward Industries posted $13M in quarterly revenue, up 319% year over year, but reported a $283.1M net loss driven by SOL fair-value declines.

Senate Banking Committee approves Digital Asset Clarity Act 15-9, sending Bitcoin to $81,965 and triggering $250M in short liquidations within hours.

Trump postpones AI executive order signing ceremony, citing concerns the order could hinder US leadership in artificial intelligence over China and global competitors.

Starlink drives SpaceX's finances with $11.39B revenue, 61% of company sales. The satellite internet division remains the sole profitable unit as SpaceX prepares for its IPO.

Stock indices hit all-time highs while Bitcoin battles to break its bear trend. Fed faces bond market stress as ETF outflows mount and inflation remains elevated.

An anonymous wallet sold 250 wrapped Bitcoin worth $20.3M on-chain as BTC trades near $80,400 amid rising Treasury yields and ongoing whale distribution.

Coinbase launches Hyperliquid perpetual futures as institutional interest surges, with 21Shares debuting a HYPE fund and Andreessen Horowitz accumulating $67M in tokens.

MoonPay launches MoonPay Trade platform connecting banks and fintechs to tokenized assets, DeFi and stablecoin liquidity across 200+ blockchains.

Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to Fed board in 51-45 vote. Separate chair confirmation expected Wednesday as Powell's term ends amid crypto policy debates.

Trump discloses $1M–$5M investment in Kura Sushi USA, part of hundreds of millions in reported stock activity disclosed in May 2026 filing.

Dr. Steve Turley sier EU ber om hjemmekontor og mindre bilkjøring mens IEA advarer om opptil seks uker igjen av jetdrivstoff i Europa.

Over 120,000 Orb Funkee squeeze toys recalled due to asbestos in sand filling. Sold at Walmart and Ollie's nationwide. Refunds available.

Democratic lawmakers told MeidasTouch they want the 25th Amendment invoked as Trump’s China trip sparks concerns over late-night posts and security.

Analyst Zach Rector outlines two scenarios for 10,000 XRP holders to reach $1 million, emphasizing collateral-based borrowing over selling.

Stellantis announces $70B turnaround strategy with 60 new models by 2030, strategic partnerships, and brand prioritization to drive profitable growth.

Former Ethereum Foundation developer Dankrad Feist proposes $1B raise for new advocacy group to better align organization economically with ETH network.

Coinbase expands derivatives offerings with thematic perpetual futures tracking AI, defense, and China equity indexes via Coinbase Derivatives.

Bitcoin maintains $80,000 support as spot ETF inflows return with $131M, regulatory progress continues, and a golden cross pattern emerges on technical charts.

OKX and Korea Investment & Securities pursue 20% stakes each in Coinone as South Korean regulators debate new ownership limits for crypto exchanges.

Australian crypto leaders warn proposed tax reforms may discourage long-term investment, while SMSF registrations surge 69% as investors seek alternative strategies.

Strategy could raise $735.4M through its STRC perpetual preferred stock, potentially acquiring 9,066 Bitcoin as corporate treasuries embrace new financing tools.

Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair in contentious vote. CLARITY Act draft establishes binary framework for crypto decentralization with five core criteria.

Dr. Steve Turley says the EU is urging citizens to drive less as the IEA warns Europe has maybe six weeks of jet fuel amid Hormuz disruption.

Saudi Arabia advances tokenization of energy, real estate, and capital markets under Vision 2030, with digital economy reaching SAR 495 billion in 2025.

In a 60 Minutes extended interview, Benjamin Netanyahu says the Iran war isn’t over until enriched uranium is removed, sites dismantled, and proxies disarmed.

Elizabeth Warren urged the SEC to investigate Trump-linked World Liberty Financial, citing WLFI token lock-ups and a reported $75M loan backed by $440M in tokens.

Marathon Digital's $1.5B Bitcoin sale and AI pivot raises questions about corporate treasury strategies as the mining giant reduces debt by 30%.

Defense Now says Trump’s May 14, 2026 Beijing meeting with Xi centers on U.S. defense supply chains, rare-earth access, and a “Board of Trade” proposal.

Timcast spotlights Rep. Frederica Wilson’s 43 missed House votes, questions about old photos, and new polling showing a tight 2026 midterm battle.

Senator Elizabeth Warren requests SEC investigation into Trump-linked World Liberty Financial over $75M loan and alleged investor treatment issues.

Former Celsius CRO Roni Cohen-Pavon sentenced for role in 2022 platform collapse. Required to pay over $1M in forfeiture plus $40K fine alongside prison term.

XDC rose over 8% above $0.036 while FLR gained 20%+ to $0.0095, as both altcoins broke key resistance levels amid improving sentiment.

OKX and Korea Investment & Securities are in talks to buy about 20% each of Coinone as South Korea considers new crypto exchange ownership limits.

Myanmar’s draft Anti-Online Scam Bill proposes the death penalty for coercing scam victims and life imprisonment for operating scam centers or crypto fraud.

IREN closed a $3B convertible notes deal, netting $2.96B, as it expands from Bitcoin mining into AI cloud infrastructure and data centers.

Poland passes crypto regulation bill aligned with EU MiCA framework after two presidential vetoes. Strategy's STRC hits $1.5B daily volume record.

Before using AI tools like Copilot or ChatGPT for budgeting help, experts urge users to avoid sharing unredacted financial documents and sensitive IDs.

Hana Financial purchases 6.55% of Upbit operator Dunamu for $418M, joining wave of South Korean financial institutions entering cryptocurrency.

Trump enters Xi negotiations with stronger US economic data, but record-low consumer sentiment and gas-price shocks may limit his leverage.

Senate Banking Committee advances crypto legislation 15-9 with bipartisan support, but ethics concerns and DeFi developer protections remain unresolved.

Blockchain security firm Blockaid identifies smart contract exploit draining $182K from ShapeShift's FOX Colony on Arbitrum, warning other Colony Network protocols face similar risk.

Ripple secures $200M credit line from Neuberger Berman for Ripple Prime as XRP tests critical $1.50 resistance level amid institutional growth.

The CFTC files amicus brief supporting Kalshi's appeal against Ohio regulators, asserting federal authority over prediction markets in expanding legal battle.

Ethereum Foundation and major wallet providers launch Clear Signing standard to prevent billions in losses from phishing attacks by replacing code with readable transaction details.

Meta AI predicts Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by end of 2026, citing post-halving supply dynamics, ETF inflows, and expanding global liquidity.

Ethereum Foundation releases Clear Signing standard (ERC-7730) to replace unreadable transaction prompts with human-friendly summaries, backed by Ledger, MetaMask, and WalletConnect.

Goldman Sachs says the AI chip rally is becoming unsustainable and expects hyperscalers and AI deployment firms to emerge as the next winners.

Two suspects were arrested in connection with a shooting targeting OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home amid rising anti-AI violence.

OpenAI's internal memo accuses Anthropic of inflating its revenue figures, claiming a competitive edge in the AI landscape as both firms head towards IPOs.

SEC withdraws civil fraud case against DeSo founder Nader Al-Naji with prejudice, permanently barring refiling of claims over alleged $257M unregistered token sales.

Tech executives are shifting from strict screen time limits to emphasizing content quality, creative engagement, and digital well-being for their children.

Cloud mining platforms pivot toward AI infrastructure and compliance as NOW DeFi offers simplified, hardware-free mining access for crypto holders.

Token2049 Dubai postponed to April due to Iran conflict while DC Blockchain Summit proceeds, highlighting shifting geopolitical risks in crypto.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan projects bitcoin could hit $1 million with institutional adoption and market growth, though analysts see it as a long-term target.

Bitpanda expands globally by partnering with banks and institutions, emphasizing tokenization and regulatory compliance as it eyes a potential IPO in 2026.

Senator Cynthia Lummis revives crypto tax reform with a $300 transaction exemption amid legislative challenges and presidential pressures.

Coinbase and Paxos pay insurance premiums with stablecoins, a first for the industry, marking a major step in digital currency adoption.

Crypto markets surge as Bitcoin tops $69,000, driven by regulatory shifts in Washington and strong institutional buying.

The U.S. dollar fell 0.1% after President Trump told CBS the Middle East war may end soon, triggering an oil price retreat from above $100/barrel.

Analysis reveals which major global economies face the greatest economic risk from escalating Iran conflict, with energy security and trade disruption key concerns.

TD Securities identifies NYSE's tokenized equity platform as a potential institutional turning point, signaling blockchain's integration into traditional market infrastructure.

Bitcoin drops 6% to $64,000 following Israel-US strikes on Iran. Major altcoins see sharper losses as $137M in positions liquidated within an hour.

Major crypto adoption news from BlackRock and Meta barely moves markets in 2026 as investor psychology overshadows strong fundamentals during bear conditions.

From Strategy's 712K BTC to Hut 8's 13K, here are the 10 public companies holding the most Bitcoin in 2026 — and what it means for the market.

Glassnode data reveals 400,000+ BTC accumulated between $60K-$70K during bitcoin's 50% correction from October highs, representing 8% of circulating supply.

Offline Protocol 2.0 formalizes mesh network infrastructure with DORS, OfflineID, and Proof of Location as UN confirms 2024 saw record 296 internet shutdowns.

Explore how cryptography powers blockchain security, from hash functions and digital signatures to consensus mechanisms and emerging quantum threats.

Analysts suggest Ripple's XRP technology aligns closely with G20 cross-border payment reform goals targeting 2027, though integration remains speculative.

Trump's Board of Peace explores deploying a stablecoin to rebuild Gaza's economy, while concerns mount over regulatory framework and implementation challenges.