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BlackRock Highlights Quantum Computing Risks in Bitcoin ETF Filing, Signals Industry Readiness for Evolving Tech

BlackRock Highlights Quantum Computing Risks in Bitcoin ETF Filing, Signals Industry Readiness for Evolving Tech

Global asset management giant BlackRock has updated its S-1 registration statement for the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), bringing attention to a future-facing concern: the potential impact of quantum computing on Bitcoin’s underlying cryptographic systems. Filed on May 9, the revised statement includes language that reflects growing industry awareness of

SUI Open Interest Hits $1.82 Billion Amid Price Surge — Is the Rally Sustainable or Due for a Pullback?

SUI Open Interest Hits $1.82 Billion Amid Price Surge — Is the Rally Sustainable or Due for a Pullback?

SUI, one of the rising stars in the altcoin market, has seen a significant surge in both price and investor engagement this week. Over the past 48 hours alone, the token has climbed nearly 20%, reinforcing a bullish trend that has been building steadily for the past three weeks. This

SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw Slams Ripple Settlement, Warns of Eroding Crypto Oversight

SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw Slams Ripple Settlement, Warns of Eroding Crypto Oversight

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw has issued a sharp rebuke of the agency’s recent settlement with Ripple Labs, criticizing the move as a significant blow to crypto enforcement and investor protections. In a strongly worded public statement, Crenshaw expressed deep concern that the $75

Senate Democrats Press for Clarity on Trump’s Crypto Ties and Binance Dealings

Senate Democrats Press for Clarity on Trump’s Crypto Ties and Binance Dealings

U.S. Senate Democrats are intensifying scrutiny over former President Donald Trump’s reported connections to cryptocurrency firms—particularly Binance—amid growing concerns about regulatory compliance and political influence in the digital asset space. In a formal letter sent Friday to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi,

StakeStone Joins Forces with WLFI to Boost Cross-Chain Liquidity for USD1 Stablecoin

StakeStone Joins Forces with WLFI to Boost Cross-Chain Liquidity for USD1 Stablecoin

StakeStone, a rising name in decentralized finance infrastructure, has announced a strategic partnership with World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the entity behind the high-profile USD1 stablecoin. The collaboration aims to provide seamless cross-chain liquidity for USD1 users, enhancing accessibility and reducing friction in digital asset movement. USD1, launched under the WLFI

Traditional Finance Fuels Bitcoin's Ascent Toward $110,000 All-Time High

Traditional Finance Fuels Bitcoin's Ascent Toward $110,000 All-Time High

Bitcoin (BTC) has surged past the $100,000 mark for the first time since early February, climbing 3.6% in the last 24 hours and reigniting bullish sentiment across crypto markets. This milestone comes amid growing institutional involvement, with traditional finance (TradFi) now playing a pivotal role in shaping Bitcoin’

Solana Crossroads 2025 Highlights Real-World DeFi Growth and Trading Innovation on Blockchain

Solana Crossroads 2025 Highlights Real-World DeFi Growth and Trading Innovation on Blockchain

At the heart of Istanbul’s bustling tech scene, the Solana Crossroads 2025 conference convened some of the most influential minds in blockchain on April 25–26. From trading protocols to real-world financial tools, the event spotlighted how decentralized finance (DeFi) is maturing — with a sharp focus on user experience,

Doodles Unveils Native DOOD Token on Solana Backed by AI Story Protocol

Doodles Unveils Native DOOD Token on Solana Backed by AI Story Protocol

Doodles, the popular NFT collective, has officially launched its native token, DOOD, on the Solana blockchain. This marks a major expansion for the project, with initial support from top exchanges including Bybit, Binance Alpha, Gate, KuCoin, and MEXC—more listings are on the way. NFT holders can now claim their

Hut 8 Reports $134 Million Q1 Loss Amid Strategic Pivot and Bitcoin Market Rally

Hut 8 Reports $134 Million Q1 Loss Amid Strategic Pivot and Bitcoin Market Rally

Bitcoin mining firm Hut 8 has reported a net loss of $134.3 million for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting what the company describes as a strategic phase of reinvestment and repositioning. The results, published Thursday, show a significant year-over-year revenue decline of 58%, bringing quarterly earnings to $21.

Crypto Market Surges Past $3 Trillion as Bitcoin Breaks $100K and Virtuals Protocol Leads Altcoin Rally

Crypto Market Surges Past $3 Trillion as Bitcoin Breaks $100K and Virtuals Protocol Leads Altcoin Rally

The global cryptocurrency market made a dramatic upward move today, with total market capitalization climbing above $3.17 trillion, its highest level in over two months. The surge was driven by a mix of macroeconomic optimism, positive legal developments, and standout performances from major tokens like Bitcoin and Virtuals Protocol.

Coinbase Acquires Deribit for $2.9 Billion, Cementing Global Leadership in Crypto Derivatives

Coinbase Acquires Deribit for $2.9 Billion, Cementing Global Leadership in Crypto Derivatives

In a bold move signaling its deepening commitment to crypto derivatives, Coinbase has agreed to acquire Deribit, one of the world’s leading crypto derivatives exchanges, for a total of $2.9 billion. The acquisition not only marks a significant shift in Coinbase’s global strategy but positions the company

Stablecoin Regulation Advances as Senate Democrats Clear Path for GENIUS Act Vote

Stablecoin Regulation Advances as Senate Democrats Clear Path for GENIUS Act Vote

In a calculated legislative move, a group of Senate Democrats has introduced a symbolic amendment to the GENIUS Act—an influential stablecoin regulation bill—clearing a key obstacle and increasing the likelihood that the legislation will move forward. The GENIUS Act, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins

Trump Reportedly Upset Over XRP Lobbying Tie in Crypto Reserve Post

Trump Reportedly Upset Over XRP Lobbying Tie in Crypto Reserve Post

President Donald Trump was reportedly caught off guard and angered after discovering that a recent social media post promoting XRP, Solana, and Cardano was drafted by a lobbyist affiliated with Ripple, according to a report by Politico citing anonymous sources familiar with the matter. The post, published in March on

Superstate Launches 'Opening Bell' to Bring SEC-Registered Equities Onchain via Solana

Superstate Launches 'Opening Bell' to Bring SEC-Registered Equities Onchain via Solana

Superstate, a fintech firm recognized for its tokenized funds like USTB and USCC, is expanding its reach into public markets with the launch of Opening Bell — a new platform designed to issue and trade SEC-registered public equities directly on blockchain networks. The platform debuts with support for Solana, marking a

Core Scientific Reports Steep Revenue Decline in Q1 2025 Amid Strategic Pivot, But Net Income Surges

Core Scientific Reports Steep Revenue Decline in Q1 2025 Amid Strategic Pivot, But Net Income Surges

Core Scientific, a prominent Bitcoin mining and data center infrastructure provider, reported a sharp revenue decline in its Q1 2025 earnings while simultaneously achieving a substantial increase in net income — a contrast that underscores the company’s ongoing strategic transformation. The firm’s total revenue fell 55.7% year-over-year, dropping

OpenSea’s SEA Token Airdrop Sparks Community Debate Over Reward Criteria

OpenSea’s SEA Token Airdrop Sparks Community Debate Over Reward Criteria

Nearly three months after OpenSea introduced its SEA token and launched the OS2 beta, excitement has surged once again—but this time, it’s not just about innovation. A lively debate is unfolding across the NFT space over how OpenSea should determine eligibility for its upcoming SEA token airdrop. Since

Trump-Linked USD1 Stablecoin Skyrockets to $2.1B Market Cap in Days

Trump-Linked USD1 Stablecoin Skyrockets to $2.1B Market Cap in Days

Since late April, USD1—a stablecoin launched by Trump-affiliated World Liberty Financial (WLFI)—has seen its market capitalization surge from under $130 million on April 27 to over $2.1 billion today, according to CoinGecko. CoinMarketCap and DeFiLlama data confirm the token’s supply jumped by more than $720 million

Stripe Launches Stablecoin Financial Accounts After $1.1B Bridge Deal

Stripe Launches Stablecoin Financial Accounts After $1.1B Bridge Deal

Stripe has rolled out Stablecoin Financial Accounts, a new feature enabling businesses in 101 countries to hold, receive, and send U.S. dollar–backed stablecoins alongside traditional fiat. Leveraging its recent $1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge, Stripe now supports USDC and Bridge’s USDB, with plans to onboard additional

Sui Network Surges Past 1 Million Daily Wallets as Ecosystem Growth Accelerates

Sui Network Surges Past 1 Million Daily Wallets as Ecosystem Growth Accelerates

The Sui Network (SUI) is experiencing a rapid resurgence in 2025, firmly placing itself among the top 10 altcoins by market capitalization (excluding stablecoins). Despite a comparatively smaller market cap than some of its Tier-1 peers, Sui is showing signs of accelerated adoption, unique user engagement, and growing institutional interest.

Trump Meme Coin Sparks Political Ethics Debate Amid Crypto Regulation Loopholes

Trump Meme Coin Sparks Political Ethics Debate Amid Crypto Regulation Loopholes

A political controversy is brewing over a meme coin linked to former U.S. President Donald Trump, raising serious questions about the use of cryptocurrency in campaign financing and political influence. Former UK Minister of State Rory Stewart has warned that the coin may serve as a backdoor channel for

Doodles Expands Access to DOOD Token with 'New Blood' Airdrop Initiative

Doodles Expands Access to DOOD Token with 'New Blood' Airdrop Initiative

As the Doodles NFT project prepares for its upcoming DOOD token generation event, the team has released new details on how newcomers—dubbed "New Blood"—can participate in the airdrop, even without owning a Doodles NFT. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Doodles announced that eligible

Revolut Taps Lightspark to Supercharge Bitcoin Transactions Across UK and Europe

Revolut Taps Lightspark to Supercharge Bitcoin Transactions Across UK and Europe

London, UK – In a significant move toward faster and more efficient cryptocurrency transactions, leading fintech firm Revolut has announced a partnership with Lightspark, a company building infrastructure on the Bitcoin Lightning Network. The collaboration aims to streamline Bitcoin payments for users in the UK and select countries within the European

US Senate to Vote on Pivotal Stablecoin Bill Amid Bipartisan Pushback

US Senate to Vote on Pivotal Stablecoin Bill Amid Bipartisan Pushback

With tensions simmering on both sides of the aisle, the U.S. Senate is gearing up for a critical vote on Thursday to advance the so-called GENIUS Act, landmark legislation that would impose stricter rules on stablecoin issuers. Spearheaded by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), the bill aims to require that

India-Pakistan Escalation Threatens Global Economic Stability

India-Pakistan Escalation Threatens Global Economic Stability

The fragile peace in South Asia has been shattered. India's "Operation Sindoor," launched today with missile strikes on nine sites inside Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, marks a dangerous new phase in the historic rivalry. As retaliatory threats fly and the Line of Control sizzles with gunfire,

U.S. Treasury’s Bessent and Trade Rep Greer Head to Switzerland for China Talks

U.S. Treasury’s Bessent and Trade Rep Greer Head to Switzerland for China Talks

In a bid to thaw the chilly trade relationship between Washington and Beijing, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will travel to Switzerland later this week for high-level talks with China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng. Announced jointly by both governments on Tuesday,