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Whale Pulls 1,051 BTC Worth $82.35M From Binance in Single Transaction

A new wallet withdrew 1,051 BTC worth $82.35 million from Binance, indicating deliberate accumulation and a shift towards self-custody among institutional investors.

5 hours ago

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Mixed Signals: Bitcoin Options Show 58% Calls vs 42% Puts as Price Holds Steady

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Cryptoquant Researchers Warn Bitcoin's April Rally Mirrors 2022 Bear Market Demand Pattern

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Paradigm Researcher Proposes PACTs to Shield Dormant Bitcoin From Quantum Computing Risk

Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Offloads Another 500 BTC to NYDIG, Extending Sell Streak

Riot Platforms deposited 500 BTC worth $38.24M to NYDIG, continuing its consistent miner-selling pattern in 2026.

Grok, ChatGPT, Claude 11 AI Models Project Bitcoin Hits $84K to $118K by End of 2026

Bitcoin AI models predict a price range of $84,500 to $118,400 by December 31, 2026.

7 hours ago

Whale Pulls 1,051 BTC Worth $82.35M From Binance in Single Transaction

A new wallet withdrew 1,051 BTC worth $82.35 million from Binance, indicating deliberate accumulation and a shift towards self-custody among institutional investors.

5 hours ago

Mixed Signals: Bitcoin Options Show 58% Calls vs 42% Puts as Price Holds Steady

Bitcoin derivatives markets show mixed signals with open interest nearing $30 billion as traders hold positions across major exchanges.

9 hours ago

Cryptoquant Researchers Warn Bitcoin's April Rally Mirrors 2022 Bear Market Demand Pattern

Bitcoin's April 2026 rally was driven solely by perpetual futures demand, with no support from spot buying, raising concerns about its sustainability.

6 hours ago

Paradigm Researcher Proposes PACTs to Shield Dormant Bitcoin From Quantum Computing Risk

Dan Robinson proposed PACTs to allow dormant bitcoin holders to prove address control before quantum computers threaten their keys.

Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Offloads Another 500 BTC to NYDIG, Extending Sell Streak

Riot Platforms deposited 500 BTC worth $38.24M to NYDIG, continuing its consistent miner-selling pattern in 2026.

Grok, ChatGPT, Claude 11 AI Models Project Bitcoin Hits $84K to $118K by End of 2026

Bitcoin AI models predict a price range of $84,500 to $118,400 by December 31, 2026.

Paolo Ardoino Drives $1.04B Profit for Tether as Reserves Climb to $8.23B in Q1

Tether reported $1.04 billion profit in Q1 2026, with reserves reaching $8.23 billion and significant investments in U.S. Treasuries, gold, and bitcoin.

11 hours ago

Ethereum Validators Confirm Block 25 Million After Nearly 11 Years of Runtime

Ethereum finalized block 25 million on May 1, 2026, marking nearly 11 years of continuous operation since its genesis block.

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Taiwan Lawmaker Calls for Bitcoin Reserve Funded by $602B FX Chest

Taiwan's legislator proposes allocating $2.5 billion of FX reserves into bitcoin to mitigate currency exposure risks.

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Bitso: Stablecoins Hit 40% of Latam Crypto Buys

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ZachXBT Exposes US Law Firm Gerstein Harrow's $71M Grab of Stolen Lazarus Funds

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Robinhood CEO says a 'tokenization supercycle' is underway | Fortune

18 hours ago

Bitso: Stablecoins Hit 40% of Latam Crypto Buys

40% of crypto purchases in Latin America involved dollar-linked assets, with Bitcoin still being the most held asset at 52% of portfolios.

8 hours ago

ZachXBT Exposes US Law Firm Gerstein Harrow's $71M Grab of Stolen Lazarus Funds

ZachXBT accuses Gerstein Harrow LLP of fraudulent claims over $71M in frozen crypto assets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group.

Robinhood CEO says a 'tokenization supercycle' is underway | Fortune

Robinhood remains optimistic about the future of tokenization despite current crypto price slumps.

DOJ: 1,000 Victims Hit in $215M Scam$1.2M in Crypto, Cash Found

Federal prosecutors convicted 25 defendants in a $215 million business email compromise scheme affecting over 1,000 victims across 47 states and 19 countries.

2 hours ago

MegaETH Token MEGA Falls 38% in 72 Hours After Binance and Coinbase Listings

MEGA token launched on multiple exchanges, dropped -38% from its ATH, while MegaETH TVL approached $600M, indicating on-chain strength despite price decline.

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13 hours ago

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XRP Price Prediction: 3 AI Models Predict Where XRP Will Trade by December 2026

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XRP Price: XRP ETFs Snapped Their Longest Inflow Streak of 2026 as Price Slips Below $1.40

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XRP Eyes Bigger US Payments Role Amid Fed Access Talks

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Ripple (XRP) Price Prediction for May

XRP Price: What Happens to XRP If the CLARITY Act Fails in May?

XRP's price is influenced by the potential markup of the CLARITY Act, with a May 21 deadline critical for its future prospects.

$5,000 in XRP at $1.37 vs Bitcoin at $76K: Which is the Best Crypto to Buy?

XRP offers higher potential returns than Bitcoin for a $5,000 investment due to its lower market cap and higher token quantity.

13 hours ago

XRP Price Prediction: 3 AI Models Predict Where XRP Will Trade by December 2026

XRP price predictions for December 2026 vary, with AI models suggesting outcomes from $0.80 to $4.50 based on market conditions.

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XRP Price: XRP ETFs Snapped Their Longest Inflow Streak of 2026 as Price Slips Below $1.40

XRP Eyes Bigger US Payments Role Amid Fed Access Talks

Evernorth's CEO linked XRP to a potential shift in U.S. payment infrastructure amid discussions on limited Federal Reserve account access for stablecoin issuers.

Ripple (XRP) Price Prediction for May

May 2026 presents significant catalysts for XRP, including Coinbase futures, leveraged ETFs, and a potential leadership change at the Fed.

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XRP Price: What Happens to XRP If the CLARITY Act Fails in May?

$5,000 in XRP at $1.37 vs Bitcoin at $76K: Which is the Best Crypto to Buy?

XRP offers higher potential returns than Bitcoin for a $5,000 investment due to its lower market cap and higher token quantity.

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23 hours ago

US Warns Hormuz Digital Asset Payments May Trigger Sanctions Risk

OFAC's alert indicates that digital asset payments tied to the Strait of Hormuz can create significant sanctions exposure for maritime firms and financial institutions, emphasizing that crypto does not reduce legal risk.

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Seoul Court Rescues Bithumb from Record 6-Month Suspension

On April 30, 2026, Judge Gong Hyeon-jin of the Seoul Administrative Court accepted Bithumb's request for a stay of execution, temporarily blocking a six-month partial business suspension that South Korea's Financial Intelligence Unit had imposed in March.

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10 hours ago

Hyperliquid Launches HIP-4 and Targets Polymarket With Zero-Fee Outcome Markets

Hyperliquid launched HIP-4 Outcome Markets on mainnet, enabling onchain prediction markets with zero fees and fully collateralized positions.

14 hours ago

El Salvador Crypto Remittances Reach $17.38M

Crypto remittances to El Salvador rose by nearly 50% in Q1 2026 but still represent only 0.71% of total remittances.

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Day Trading's $25K Barrier Just Cracked. What Comes Next?

Lower capital requirements for day trading will increase participation and potentially enhance market liquidity and volatility.

4 hours ago

Trump's WLFI Sells 5.9 Billion Tokens to Private Buyers, Leaving Early Investors Locked Out

WLFI sold 5.9 billion tokens privately, causing the token's value to plummet and raising concerns among early investors.

10 hours ago

URAN's Nearly 75% Gain Masks a Valuation Risk Most Investors Are Missing

URAN ETF has gained nearly 75% in a year, driven by AI demand, government support for nuclear, and uranium supply deficit.

Ripple's $1.25 Billion Hidden Road Acquisition: One Year On, What's Changed?

Ripple Prime has significantly grown, but XRP's price has not reflected this progress, dropping from above $2 to $1.38 over the past year.

Ripple Expands Korea Banking Footprint With Kbank Custody Deal

Ripple Custody will enhance Kbank's digital asset wallet capabilities in Korea's regulated banking sector.

Ripple Opens Dubai HQ as Regulated Payments Demand Rises

Ripple opened a Dubai headquarters to expand Middle East and Africa operations.

Ripple Positions Custody as Core to Institutional Crypto Growth

Ripple's custody strategy is essential for institutional crypto adoption in Europe, with banks like Intesa Sanpaolo leading the way.

11 hours ago

Ripple's $1.25 Billion Hidden Road Acquisition: One Year On, What's Changed?

Ripple Prime has significantly grown, but XRP's price has not reflected this progress, dropping from above $2 to $1.38 over the past year.

Ripple Expands Korea Banking Footprint With Kbank Custody Deal

Ripple Custody will enhance Kbank's digital asset wallet capabilities in Korea's regulated banking sector.

Ripple Opens Dubai HQ as Regulated Payments Demand Rises

Ripple opened a Dubai headquarters to expand Middle East and Africa operations.

Ripple Positions Custody as Core to Institutional Crypto Growth

Ripple's custody strategy is essential for institutional crypto adoption in Europe, with banks like Intesa Sanpaolo leading the way.

Justin Sun: Why Crypto Cards Are the Next Evolution' for Stablecoin Distribution

Justin Sun claims crypto cards represent the next phase for digital asset accessibility, leveraging a growing stablecoin market for everyday use.

US Debt Nears $39T GDP Mark for First Time Since 1946, Validating Bitcoin

U.S. national debt has surpassed 100% of GDP for the first time since WWII, validating bitcoin's fixed supply as a hedge against inflation.

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Why the Next Big Tech Companies Will Look Like Commodity Traders

Commodity tokenization connects capital to physical assets, enhancing efficiency in supply chains and financial structures.

Digital Asset Security Moves Beyond Keys as Bitgo Adds 5-Layer Checks

Bitgo has introduced a five-layer security model to enhance digital asset transaction safety for institutions.

JPX Targets 2027 Japanese Crypto ETF Launch

Japan Exchange Group plans to launch cryptocurrency ETFs by 2027, pending regulatory and tax reforms.

SBI Group, Visa Launch Crypto Card With up to 10% BTC, ETH, XRP Promo Rewards

SBI Group launched Visa cards that convert spending points into BTC, ETH, or XRP, offering up to 10% rewards for Gold users.

Tether Leads $14M Series A for Argentine Wallet

Belo raised $14 million led by Tether to expand into six new Latam markets after three profitable years.

Fidelity Adds $19M Into FBTC as Bitcoin ETFs Snap 3-Day Outflow Streak

Bitcoin ETFs experienced modest inflows while ether ETFs continued to see significant outflows, indicating a mixed sentiment in the crypto market.

Best Crypto to Buy in May: 3 Cryptos to Watch as the Market Enters Its Most Catalyst-Heavy Month

May presents significant catalysts for the crypto market, potentially leading to a breakout for Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum.

28,000 Americans Sign Petition Urging Senate CLARITY Act Markup

Stand With Crypto delivered a petition urging Senate action on the CLARITY Act, representing a demand from organized digital asset owners.

Brazil Bans Crypto in Cross-Border Payments

The Central Bank of Brazil banned cryptocurrency for international payments, requiring fiat usage exclusively from October 1, 2026.

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Exodus (EXOD) Announces Official UFC Deal And Exodus Pay

Exodus Movement partners with UFC to enhance brand visibility and trust among crypto-curious consumers.

Trader Opens $1.96M MEGA Long at 1x Leverage, Already Down $402K

A trader opened a $1.96 million leveraged long on MEGA tokens, facing $402,000 in unrealized losses due to high volatility risks.

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Eric Trump's Crypto Company Is Falling Into Total Disaster

Alt5 Sigma Corp has quietly scrubbed Eric Trump's name from its public leadership following major legal and financial turmoil, as the Daily Beast reports.

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Porvenir Launches Crypto Pension Fund in Colombia

Porvenir, one of the largest pension fund managers in Colombia, launched a new crypto-linked investment portfolio option called Crypto Porvenir, allowing Colombian pensioners to achieve crypto exposure starting at 100,000 Colombian pesos through a safe, regulated product.

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Crypto King': MS NOW's Steve Rattner Breaks Down How Trump Is Profiting Billions While in Office

Donald Trump's net worth surged from $2.3 billion to $6.5 billion during his second term, largely due to cryptocurrency investments.

Polymarket's CLARITY Act Odds Just Hit a Three-Month Low: Here's What It Means for XRP

Polymarket traders' confidence in the CLARITY Act's passage dropped from 82% to 46% due to delayed Senate voting.

Kenyan Central Bank Moves to Vet VASP Applications With 4 Hires

The Central Bank of Kenya is recruiting a team to oversee virtual asset service providers, aiming to regulate the growing crypto market.

Trump Says Iran Conflict Over, Nasdaq Sets Record High, Bitcoin Climbs 2.5%

Trump declared U.S.-Iran hostilities ended, signaling markets and investors as Bitcoin rises and Nasdaq hits record high.

Scott Bessent on financial literacy: 'it drives me crazy' to see young men in blue-collar construction jobs playing the lottery | Fortune

Easy money schemes lead to financial instability; investing wisely is essential for building wealth.

fromWIRED

You Found Satoshi? Let's See the Receipts

Tyler Maroney's documentary claims Satoshi Nakamoto is a collaboration between Hal Finney and Len Sassaman, while John Carreyrou identifies Adam Back as the creator.

Crypto's Next 2 Billion Users Won't Come From Trading Alone, Binance Explains

Crypto adoption is expanding beyond trading into payments, yield products, AI, and tokenized assets, with stablecoin supply exceeding $320 billion.

ViaBTC CEO Defines Blockchain's Role as Crypto Market Matures

ViaBTC emphasizes blockchain's role in finance, focusing on trustless value transfer and financial freedom over centralized institutions.

Coinbase Introduces CUSHY Strategy to Bring Institutional Credit Onchain

Coinbase's CUSHY expands institutional credit access through a tokenized fund for qualified investors, linking stablecoin settlement and credit exposure.

Canadian Pension Giant Grabs 1.38M MSTR Shares Worth $219M

AIMCo invested $219 million in Strategy Inc., marking its first allocation to a bitcoin-linked asset.

Who Owns the Stack: From Bitcoin to AI, the Race for Power Is Going Off-Grid

Bitcoin mining and AI data centers share infrastructure, driving a shift towards direct energy ownership and vertical integration for sustainability and reliability.

Ripple, Bullish Expand Institutional Access to BTC Options Trading

Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD, enhancing institutional derivatives trading access.

Ripple (XRP) News: Ripple Prime Just Plugged Into Bullish's BTC Options Market

Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD as collateral, enhancing their trading capabilities.

Ripple, Bullish Expand Institutional Access to BTC Options Trading

Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD, enhancing institutional derivatives trading access.

Ripple (XRP) News: Ripple Prime Just Plugged Into Bullish's BTC Options Market

Ripple Prime clients can now trade BTC options on Bullish using RLUSD as collateral, enhancing their trading capabilities.

Tether Investments Proposes Major Bitcoin Merger for XXI and Strike

Tether Investments plans to merge Twenty-One Capital with Strike and Elektron Energy to create a bitcoin powerhouse.

New Anchorage Digital Partnership With M0 Targets Growing Stablecoin Market

Anchorage Digital and M0 launched a modular stablecoin issuance stack to capture a larger share of the $160 billion stablecoin market.

Shinhan Card Partners Solana Foundation to Pilot Stablecoin Payments

Shinhan Card partners with Solana Foundation to pilot stablecoin payments and explore hybrid finance models.

New Anchorage Digital Partnership With M0 Targets Growing Stablecoin Market

Anchorage Digital and M0 launched a modular stablecoin issuance stack to capture a larger share of the $160 billion stablecoin market.

Shinhan Card Partners Solana Foundation to Pilot Stablecoin Payments

Shinhan Card partners with Solana Foundation to pilot stablecoin payments and explore hybrid finance models.

Digital Asset Giant Moonpay Buys Sodot for $100M to Target Global Finance

Moonpay acquired Israeli firm Sodot for $100 million, launching Moonpay Institutional to cater to institutional crypto demand under Caroline Pham's leadership.

Traders Push MEGA to $200M Market Cap as MegaETH Lists on 13 Exchanges at Once

MegaETH launched its MEGA token on April 30, 2026, with trading on multiple exchanges and a focus on high transaction throughput.

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What Crypto's 9.6x Derivatives-to-Spot Ratio Signals About Market Structure

The digital asset market has shifted to a derivatives-led ecosystem, with a 9.6x trading volume ratio favoring derivatives over spot markets.

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4 days ago

How Digital Payment Platforms Are Supporting Cross-Border Commerce

Digital payment systems are evolving to support global commerce with multi-currency functionality and integrated platforms for streamlined international transactions.

Hong Kong Central Bank Flags Fake HSBC Tokens Circulating Ahead of Launch

Hong Kong's central bank warns of fraudulent tokens misusing licensed issuer names, with no regulated stablecoins currently issued.

fromBitcoin Magazine

Strike CEO Jack Mallers Announces Lending Proof-of-Reserves, Volatility-Proof Loans, And Backs Tether Merger Plan

Strike CEO Jack Mallers announced new lending products, a $2.1 billion credit facility, and a merger proposal with Tether Investments.

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Stripe introduces Link, a digital wallet that autonomous AI agents can use, too | TechCrunch

Stripe introduces Link, a digital wallet designed for AI agents to manage payments securely and conveniently.

Elon Musk likes Bitcoin-but he just told a jury most crypto coins are scams | Fortune

Some of them have merit, but most of them are scams, Musk stated in court, reflecting his critical view of the cryptocurrency landscape amidst his legal battle with OpenAI.

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US Court Sentences French National to 8 Years in $470M Crypto Laundering Case

A French national was sentenced to eight years for laundering over $470 million through an unlicensed crypto exchange.

Celsius Founder Alex Mashinsky Faces $4.72B FTC Judgment, Gets Lifetime Ban From Crypto

A federal judge imposed a $4.72 billion judgment against Alex Mashinsky, banning him from the financial industry and sentencing him to 12 years in prison.

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A7, Company Implicated In Sanctions Evasion, Reportedly Linked To Russian Oligarchs

A7, a payments company, is implicated in sanctions evasion using a ruble-backed cryptocurrency, A7A5, with ties to Russian oligarchs and the Kremlin.

Solana Yield Protocol Carrot Shuts Down After Drift Exploit Drains $8M in TVL

Carrot shut down on April 30, 2026, due to losses from the $285 million Drift Protocol exploit.

US Crypto Exchange Gemini Gets CFTC DCO Approval

Gemini secured a CFTC Derivatives Clearing Organization license, enabling in-house clearing of futures, options, and swaps, enhancing operational control and reducing third-party reliance.

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More than half of all Polymarket "long shot" bets on military action pay off

Kalshi promotes itself as a regulated platform, banning violent markets, while Polymarket allows anonymous transactions and lacks strict identity verification.

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4 days ago

Meta assists FBI in major scam center crackdown

Meta assisted the FBI in arresting 276 individuals involved in an online cryptocurrency scam operation.

Meta Launches USDC Stablecoin Payouts for Creators in Colombia and the Philippines

Meta launches USDC stablecoin payouts for creators in Colombia and the Philippines, utilizing Solana and Polygon networks in April 2026.

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Meta assists FBI in major scam center crackdown

Meta assisted the FBI in arresting 276 individuals involved in an online cryptocurrency scam operation.

Meta Launches USDC Stablecoin Payouts for Creators in Colombia and the Philippines

Meta launches USDC stablecoin payouts for creators in Colombia and the Philippines, utilizing Solana and Polygon networks in April 2026.

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SoCal man laundered millions for 'crypto kids' who used stolen loot to live lavishly

A Newport Beach man was sentenced to prison for laundering $3.5 million for a group that stole over $263 million in cryptocurrency.

Strategy's STRC Becomes World's Largest Preferred Stock in Under One Year, Saylor Says

Strategy's STRC instrument reached $8.5 billion in nine months, targeting a $3.5 trillion private credit market.

New BNB 2x Leveraged ETF XBNB Begins Trading on NYSE Arca

XBNB offers 2x daily exposure to BNB, providing regulated access to amplified price swings for short-term crypto traders.

Unprecedented US, China, Dubai Crypto Scam Crackdown Nets 276 Arrests

A global crackdown led to 276 arrests in cryptocurrency scams targeting Americans, highlighting international cooperation and organized fraud networks.

Stand With Crypto Calls for Urgent Senate Action on CLARITY Act

Stand With Crypto urged the Senate Banking Committee to advance the CLARITY Act for clearer digital asset regulations.