Crypto
Bitcoin ETFs log $737M one-day inflow, extending five-week streak
May 05, 2026 22:01Bitcoin ETFs recorded a $737M one-day inflow after midweek outflows, keeping the five-week inflow streak intact.
Andreessen Horowitz raises $2.2B crypto fund amid stablecoin push
May 05, 2026 22:01a16z has raised a new $2.2B crypto fund as stablecoin adoption and market infrastructure remain key themes for the next cycle.
Binance adds optional withdrawal lock to curb “wrench attack” extortion
May 05, 2026 14:02New safety feature delays withdrawals to help users stop forced transfers after physical extortion attempts.
Banking groups warn CLARITY Act stablecoin “yield” language could still spur deposit outflows
May 05, 2026 14:02US banking trade groups say revised CLARITY Act language around stablecoin rewards may still encourage consumers to move funds out of bank deposits, raising financial-stability concerns.
Bullish to buy Equiniti for $4.25B to build end-to-end tokenized securities stack
May 05, 2026 14:02Crypto exchange Bullish agreed to acquire Equiniti for about $4.25B as it pushes to build a full tokenized-securities offering spanning issuance, transfer, and servicing.
Bitcoin rallies alongside inflation signals, reviving debate over BTC as an inflation hedge
May 05, 2026 12:00Bitcoin’s move back above $80,000 comes as commodities and inflation expectations rise, challenging the old view that higher inflation and rates are automatically bearish for BTC.
Ripple shares North Korea threat intelligence as crypto attacks shift from smart contracts to social engineering
May 05, 2026 12:00Ripple and Crypto ISAC say recent DPRK-linked breaches show attackers increasingly infiltrate teams over months, prompting broader information sharing across the industry.
Clarity Act stablecoin ‘rewards’ compromise draws crypto support as banks stay quiet
May 05, 2026 12:00U.S. senators proposed language that would ban interest-like rewards on stablecoin deposits while allowing certain governance, validation, or staking-linked rewards—an approach banks may still oppose.
Aave asks U.S. court to block attempted seizure of $71M in frozen Arbitrum ETH
May 05, 2026 12:00Aave filed in federal court seeking to lift a restraining notice that could redirect recovered ETH from an rsETH exploit to North Korea judgment creditors, arguing the assets belong to affected users.
US banks object to stablecoin language in CLARITY Act talks
May 05, 2026 10:01US banking groups are pushing back on proposed stablecoin compromises in the CLARITY Act debate, raising the odds of tougher terms for issuers.
Upbit launches Ethereum-based blockchain with Optimism support
May 05, 2026 10:01Upbit is rolling out an Ethereum-based chain with Optimism compatibility, a notable infrastructure play from a major exchange.
Bitcoin rally gains macro tailwinds as inflation data cools
May 05, 2026 10:01Bitcoin’s narrative is shifting back toward macro drivers, with inflation signals increasingly aligning with the recent price rally.
Western Union tests USDPT stablecoin on Solana
May 05, 2026 10:01Western Union is piloting its USDPT stablecoin on Solana, hinting that mainstream payment networks may be moving on-chain faster than expected.
Riot Platforms Deepens AMD Data Center Deal as Bitcoin Miners Chase AI Revenue
May 02, 2026 00:00Riot’s expanded AMD hosting agreement and cheaper bitcoin-backed credit underscore a wider miner pivot from pure BTC production toward AI and high-performance computing.
Ethereum Foundation Sells 10,000 ETH to BitMine in Ongoing Treasury Management Program
May 02, 2026 00:00The Ethereum Foundation finalized a 10,000 ETH OTC sale to BitMine, continuing periodic conversions of ETH to fund core development and ecosystem grants.
Tether Reports $1.04B Q1 Profit and Record $8.23B Reserve Buffer as Stablecoin Demand Grows
May 02, 2026 00:00USDT issuer Tether said first-quarter profit reached $1.04 billion and excess reserves hit an all-time high, highlighting stablecoins’ expanding role beyond trading.
Ethereum Spot ETFs Extend Outflows to Four Days Despite ETH Price Holding Above $2.3K
May 02, 2026 00:00Ethereum ETFs logged roughly $184 million in outflows over four straight days, while ETH’s spot price rose—highlighting a disconnect between fund flows and market pricing.
Polymarket Partners With Chainalysis to Monitor On-Chain Trading for Insider Risk
Apr 30, 2026 20:06Crypto prediction market Polymarket is deploying Chainalysis monitoring tools to flag suspicious activity and strengthen market integrity amid growing scrutiny of event-contract platforms.
US Senators Press Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Tether Over Reported Family Loan
Apr 30, 2026 20:06Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden are asking whether stablecoin issuer Tether financed a trust tied to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s children—raising fresh questions about conflict-of-interest risks as U.S. stablecoin rules tighten.
Gemini Wins CFTC Derivatives Clearinghouse License, Setting Stage for Prediction Market Expansion
Apr 30, 2026 20:06Gemini received CFTC approval for a derivatives clearinghouse license, strengthening its ability to offer regulated derivatives and prediction markets in the U.S.—a rapidly growing sector attracting both crypto-native and Wall Street players.
Coinbase Asset Management Unveils ‘CUSHY’ Stablecoin Credit Fund With Tokenized Share Class
Apr 30, 2026 20:06Coinbase’s asset manager says it will offer institutional investors a stablecoin-linked credit strategy with an optional on-chain share class via Superstate, spanning Ethereum, Solana, and Base.
CFTC sues Wisconsin as prediction markets clash escalates between federal and state regulators
Apr 29, 2026 08:00The CFTC filed suit against Wisconsin after the state targeted prediction market platforms, continuing a string of federal actions asserting exclusive authority over event contracts.
Polymarket seeks CFTC approval to reopen main prediction market to U.S. traders, report says
Apr 29, 2026 08:00Polymarket is reportedly in talks with the CFTC about lifting its U.S. user ban, potentially bringing more event-contract trading under federal oversight.
Robinhood shares slip after earnings miss as crypto trading revenue falls 34%
Apr 29, 2026 08:00Robinhood reported Q1 revenue below expectations, citing softer crypto activity as Bitcoin fell, even as prediction markets and other products hit record volumes.