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Antseed has launched a decentralized and peer-to-peer (P2P) marketplace connecting consumers with providers. Decentralized Shift in AI Access Antseed, on May 15, launched a decentralized marketplace that connects artificial intelligence (AI) consumers directly with model providers, removing the centralized intermediaries that dominate today’s AI access ecosystem. The platform offers an alternative to AI aggregators such […]

The new iteration of China’s Jiuzhang photonic quantum computer prototypes solved the Boson sampling problem much more quickly than the world’s most powerful computer. The computer represents a major leap and opens the doors for further advancement in photonic quantum computing. China’s Jiuzhang 4.0 Photonic Quantum Computer Breaks Records China has cemented its leadership in […]

The institution issued a ban on Banco Topazio’s ability to conduct foreign purchases and sales of cryptocurrency assets for two years after detecting irregularities in the due diligence processes for these operations. Additionally, the institution was fined $3.2 million. Central Bank of Brazil Bans Banco Topazio From Conducting Crypto Trading Operations As banks enter the […]

Forward Industries posted a steep quarterly loss tied to declines in solana’s market value, even as the company expanded its SOL treasury strategy and staking operations. The firm now holds nearly 7 million SOL and is positioning itself as a long-term infrastructure player within the Solana ecosystem. Kyle Samani Backs Solana Strategy as Forward Expands […]

Liquidators of Mirror Trading International, a massive South African crypto pyramid scheme, have received over 9,441 claims totaling nearly $395 million. Shrinking Assets and Rising Legal Costs Liquidators overseeing the collapse of Mirror Trading International (MTI), once described as South Africa’s largest pyramid scheme, have received 9,441 claims totaling nearly $395 million (6.5 billion rands), […]

A dormant ethereum genesis address holding 790 ETH since block zero was activated on Wednesday, moving roughly $1.78 million after more than a decade of complete inactivity. Dormant Ethereum Genesis Address Moves 790 ETH Worth $1.78M After 10.8 Years of Inactivity The address, labeled on Etherscan as a “Genesis Address” and identified by the string […]

Kevin Warsh’s confirmation as Federal Reserve chairman drew split reactions from lawmakers over inflation, affordability, and central bank independence. The Senate confirmed him in a 54-45 vote, with only one Democrat voting in favor. Kevin Warsh Confirmation Draws Split Reaction on Fed Independence Kevin Warsh was confirmed as chairman of the Federal Reserve Board of […]

Russia and Iran are accelerating their move away from the U.S. dollar and toward the Chinese yuan as Western sanctions and geopolitical pressures deepen, according to a new report. The Rise of the Petroyuan The global financial landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift as the conflict between the West and a growing coalition of sanctioned […]

Corpay is partnering with BVNK to integrate stablecoin wallets and settlement services into its global payments platform. The move reflects growing demand for faster, always-on cross-border payment infrastructure. BVNK Powers Corpay Stablecoin Rollout as Cross-Border Payment Demand Accelerates Corpay Inc. (NYSE: CPAY), one of the world’s largest corporate payments providers, is adding stablecoin capabilities to […]

Major U.S. financial institutions and market intermediaries are forming a consensus that a transition toward tokenized assets and digital money is inevitable, according to a new sector in-depth report from Moody’s Ratings. The report, published Tuesday and shared with Bitcoin.com News, highlights that while tokenized assets are currently live in the United States, their use […]

Marathon Holdings reported a challenging first quarter for 2026, characterized by a significant net loss despite strategic efforts to reduce debt and pivot toward artificial intelligence (AI). Surge in Operating Costs Digital infrastructure company Marathon Holdings attributed a decline in revenue in the first quarter of 2026 to a decrease in the U.S. dollar value […]

The global community of speculators and digital currency enthusiasts is currently pouring millions of dollars into prediction markets to determine if and when bitcoin will clinch the elusive $150,000 price point. As of May 12, 2026, the prediction platform Polymarket has recorded a staggering $18,360,481 in total trading volume for its primary $150,000 target market. […]

Senate Banking Committee members face scorecard pressure as Stand With Crypto plans to score recorded CLARITY Act markup votes. The group says it represents more than 2.9 million U.S. advocates. Senate Banking Markup Puts CLARITY Act Scorecard in Focus Senate Banking Committee members face new scorecard pressure ahead of the May 14 CLARITY Act markup. […]

The two companies entered into a non-binding agreement to launch a $125 million initiative that seeks to put Sharplink’s ETH treasury to work. The company stated that the funds will be deployed across onchain liquidity strategies and in support of early-stage protocols. Sharplink and Galaxy Partner To Deploy $125M DeFi Ecosystem Liquidity Fund Decentralized finance […]

The total value of virtual assets held by South Korean investors plummeted by over $41 billion in roughly one year, according to Bank of Korea data. Massive Capital Migration to Stocks The value of virtual assets held by domestic investors in South Korea has plummeted by more than $41 billion (60 trillion won) over the […]

Grayscale outlined why it believes the CLARITY Act matters for crypto regulation and how the bill could affect digital asset markets. The firm said the proposal could shift oversight away from enforcement-led regulation and toward clearer rules for regulators, developers and investors. Grayscale Frames CLARITY Act as a Crypto Rulebook Crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments […]

With bitcoin drifting around the $82,000 mark on Sunday, several long-dormant bitcoin holders moved their stashes for the first time in years. One address created in November 2013 transferred 500 BTC this afternoon, valued at more than $40 million, into a newly established Bech32 (Segwit) bitcoin address. Nearly 900 BTC Moved From 11 Dormant Wallets […]

Michael Saylor is laying out how STRC fits into Strategy’s broader bitcoin playbook, giving investors a clearer view of why the company sees it differently from BTC or MSTR. The message focuses on income, liquidity, and stability as the company builds out its preferred equity strategy. Saylor Frames STRC as Strategy’s Income Credit Product Strategy […]

Iranians are still affected by these connection restrictions, and now there’s a new way for Iranians to access the internet: a two-tier system called “Internet Pro,” that allows pre-approved users to navigate the internet with fewer restrictions, causing divisions among Iranian regime officials. Iranian Internet Blockade Continues As Government Enforces Two-Tiered System The Iranian internet […]

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With bitcoin trading above the $80,000 threshold, bitcoin prices in South Korea have carried premiums approaching 2%, marking their highest level since late February. The move follows a choppy stretch since that period, during which both notable discounts and elevated premiums emerged across the past nine weeks. South Korea’s Kimchi Premium Returns as Bitcoin Climbs […]

Evernorth says XRP’s institutional case rests on infrastructure built for regulated capital, not price charts or ETF demand. The firm pointed to XRPL upgrades involving compliance controls, restricted environments, escrow tools, and approved trading venues. XRP’s Institutional Case Depends on Infrastructure, Evernorth Says Evernorth, an XRP treasury company building its strategy around long-term participation in […]

American consumers now owe a record $1.33 trillion in credit card debt, a new all-time high that arrives as the personal savings rate collapses and interest rates on revolving balances hover above 21%. Hard Money Advocates Take Note Total U.S. credit card debt has climbed to a new all-time high of $1.33 trillion on May […]

CME Group announced this week it plans to launch Bitcoin Volatility futures (BVI) on June 1, 2026, giving institutional traders their first CFTC-regulated contract to trade bitcoin’s expected price swings independently of price direction. CME’s BVI Futures Let Traders Go Long or Short Bitcoin Volatility Starting June 2026 The contracts will carry the ticker BVI […]

The XRP Ledger Foundation is moving into a more public coordination role across the XRP ecosystem, outlining a broader focus on engineering, operations, and community engagement as it expands collaboration across the XRP Ledger community. XRP Ledger Foundation Formalizes Broader Operating Structure The XRP Ledger Foundation, a nonprofit organization that contributes to, grows, and advocates […]

The largest stablecoin company lent $300 million to Titan Holdings in March 2025, part of the Master conglomerate, now involved in one of the largest financial frauds in Brazilian history. The loan was made by Tether Investments, Tether’s VC arm. Tether Introduces Lawsuit to Recover $300M Borrowed to Master Conglomerate Tether has introduced a lawsuit […]

Three decentralized finance ( DeFi) protocols managing nearly $1 billion in combined assets have moved or are actively moving their cross-chain infrastructure from Layerzero to Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), highlighting a broader push toward different bridging standards. Three DeFi Protocols Pull Nearly $1B From Layerzero After $292M April Exploit Solv Protocol announced this week […]

Genius Sports reported first-quarter 2026 results after absorbing three of the largest iGaming and sports betting affiliate properties into its sports-data platform, with Casino.org, Casino Guru, and Covers.com now inside the company’s combined media and advertising operation following the May 1 close of the $1.2bn Legend acquisition. The London-based, NYSE-listed sports tech company beat consensus […]

The leading prediction market closed its Series F funding round, led by Coatue, to reach institutions, which are Kalshi’s next target audience. The move comes as the company reported an astounding rise in annualized volume, going from $52 billion to $178 billion over the last six months. Kalshi Closes Series F Funding Round, Reaches $22 […]