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Michael Saylor signals MicroStrategy Bitcoin purchases with cryptic tweet
Strategy chairman Michael Saylor posted a cryptic tweet Sunday accompanying a chart of the company's Bitcoin holdings, signaling imminent purchase announcements as the largest publicly traded crypto holder faces a critical proxy vote on dividend structure.
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$1.26B BlackRock IBIT Sale Was Rapid Exit, Not Basis Trade: NYDIG
A $1.26 billion block sale of BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF on May 26 was likely driven by a large investor seeking rapid exit from bitcoin exposure, not a hedge-fund basis-trade strategy, according to NYDIG analysis.
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EU proposes 0.1% crypto transaction tax, targeting €3-4B annual revenue
The European Commission proposed a 0.1% transaction tax on crypto trades alongside a capital-gains levy, projected to raise €3–4 billion yearly as part of a broader revenue package for the 2028–2034 budget period, though the plan requires unanimous approval from all 27 member states.
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UK sanctions A7 crypto network for processing $90 billion for Russia
The UK sanctioned the A7 network and 17 other entities on May 26, applying banking-level restrictions to crypto exchanges for the first time under its Russia sanctions regime. The A7 network claims to have moved over $90 billion in 2025 alone.
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House Financial Services targets tokenization as next policy priority
Rep. French Hill, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, said tokenization is the committee's next major focus after stablecoins and market structure, with the Clarity Act gaining bipartisan momentum in both chambers.
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Kraken launches CFTC-regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures for US institutions
Kraken expects to launch CFTC-regulated perpetual futures contracts tied to Bitcoin's spot price within 30 days, joining Coinbase and KalshiEX in capitalizing on fresh regulatory approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
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Bitcoin down 3% in May; labor data may spark recovery
Bitcoin traded near $73,500 on Sunday as May wrapped with a 3% monthly loss, despite easing geopolitical tensions. Upcoming US employment data could drive volatility for crypto and broader risk assets next week.
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DTCC to Launch Tokenized Securities on Stellar in 2027
Wall Street's clearing giant DTCC will make tokenized securities available on the Stellar blockchain beginning in the first half of 2027, leveraging compliance tools built into the network for regulated issuers.
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Ivanka Trump on authenticity, real estate, and self-awareness in business
In a recent podcast appearance, Ivanka Trump discusses how authenticity drives competitive advantage, the lasting value of real estate development, and why knowing yourself simplifies decision-making in business and life.
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Saudi Crown Prince, Macron discuss Strait of Hormuz reopening
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron engaged in talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. Market pricing for normal traffic by July 31 fell to 48% from 71% a week ago, signaling skepticism about near-term resolution.
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OpenAI Ramps Up Robotics Hiring for General-Purpose AGI Machines
OpenAI is actively hiring engineers for its robotics division in San Francisco, posting roles with salaries up to $310K to develop general-purpose robots capable of operating with AGI-level intelligence in real-world environments.
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Bank of England prioritizes tokenized deposits over stablecoins
The Bank of England Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden outlined a "multi-money" payments system on May 19 that prioritizes tokenized bank deposits over stablecoins, with pilot programs starting as early as 2026.
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Cardano Foundation cancels 2026 summit after governance vote falls short
The Cardano Foundation canceled its 2026 summit after a treasury proposal seeking 7.8 million ADA fell just short of the two-thirds approval threshold required in Cardano's on-chain governance system, highlighting the challenges of decentralized funding decisions.
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AGA's $1B prediction-market loss claim becomes regulatory flashpoint
The American Gaming Association's disputed $1 billion estimate of state and tribal losses to prediction markets has become a political weapon in the regulatory fight over whether platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket should face gambling restrictions.
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Moomoo brings institutional-grade crypto tools to 30M retail traders
Moomoo, a global trading platform with 30 million users and $156 billion in client assets, is positioning itself as the bridge between retail access and institutional-quality tools for crypto and traditional markets.
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US inflation hits 3.8% in April, Bitcoin slides as Fed holds rates steady
Headline PCE inflation rose to 3.8% in April, nearly double the Fed's 2% target and its hottest pace in two years, while new Fed chair Kevin Warsh faces mounting pressure to justify holding rates steady through June.
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BNB Chain Open Interest Surges 35% to $1.43B Amid Volatility
BNB's open interest jumped 35% to $1.43 billion in 24 hours, outpacing Dogecoin and XRP. Derivatives volume rose 270% to $5.18 billion as traders prepare for potential price swings.
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US seizes $1 billion in Iranian crypto; Trump Bitcoin Reserve unclear
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the US seized roughly $1 billion in Iranian crypto assets, but the composition and final disposition remain opaque. The seizure may test Trump's new digital-asset reserve framework.
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Argentina arrests 24, seizes $8M crypto in fraud crackdown
Argentine authorities executed 90 simultaneous raids on May 31, arresting 24 people and seizing more than 8 million USDT in what prosecutors say is the country's largest investment fraud operation.
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Ethereum nears unprecedented third straight losing month as price tests $2,000
Ethereum is on track to post three consecutive monthly losses for the first time in its trading history if weakness persists through June, with the token testing critical support near $2,000 and technical indicators signaling oversold conditions.
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Ripple CTO Outlines 'Doomsday' Protocol for XRP Ledger Against State Pressure
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz outlined a hypothetical contingency plan for the XRP Ledger that would enable anonymous validator operation over Tor and automated node replacement if operators face arrest, while acknowledging that long-term state control of decentralized networks is technically infeasible.
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Hyperliquid HYPE breaks $68 ATH as regulated crypto futures reshape trading
Hyperliquid's HYPE token hit a new all-time high of $68.64 on May 30 after a 50% May rally, as spot ETFs crossed $136 million in inflows and the CFTC approved the first US-regulated Bitcoin perpetual futures contract.
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Gravity Bridge halts after $5.4M exploit tied to signing key compromise
Gravity Bridge, a cross-chain bridge connecting Ethereum and Cosmos, was drained of approximately $5.4 million in a suspected signing key compromise, prompting validators to halt operations while investigating the breach.
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Vietnam Ministry of Finance Proposes Digital Assets as SME Loan Collateral
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance has proposed amendments allowing small and medium enterprises to use digital assets and intellectual property as bank loan collateral, marking a significant shift toward institutional legitimacy for crypto in the country.