Judge Blocks $75M XRP Settlement Deal: Ripple Case Faces Fresh Delay Amid Legal Twist
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Key Takeaways: Judge Torres rejected the Ripple–SEC $75M penalty reduction deal on procedural grounds, citing a lack of “exceptional circumstances.” The ruling does not reverse prior court victories for Ripple, including the key judgment that XRP itself is not a security. News of the suggested settlement caused XRP’s price to fall to $2.43, undoing recent […]

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Webull Pay Taps Coinbase Infrastructure for Crypto Rewards and Staking Services
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Webull Pay partnered with Coinbase in a deal that enables Webull Pay’s crypto services to run on Coinbase’s institutional-grade infrastructure. The agreement aims to offer staking, stablecoin rewards, and more trading options starting next month. Institutional Infrastructure Meets Retail Ambition According to the announcement, Coinbase will provide its Crypto-as-a-Service (CaaS) platform to support Webull Pay’s […]

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Safety Alert: <b>Cryptocurrency</b> scam warning in Spartanburg County – Fox Carolina
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The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office is warning the community of a cryptocurrency scam.

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BRETT PRICE ANALYSIS & PREDICTION (May 15) – Brett Enters Pullback Mode After Testing Three-Month High, Incoming Rebound?
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After a month of notable recovery from a short-term bearish phase, Brett faced a three-month resistance last week and took a downturn. Starting this week at a loss, it currently appears weak as it undergoes a pullback. Last week saw Brett through its highest price level in three months after five weeks of recovery. This […]

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Bitcoin Price Watch: Can Consolidation Ignite the Next Rally?
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Bitcoin price stood at $103,641 to $104,091 over the last hour on May 16, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.05 trillion. The 24-hour trading volume totaled $31.98 billion, and prices fluctuated within an intraday range of $101,820 to $104,457 on Bitstamp. Bitcoin has been above the $100K range for a total of nine consecutive […]

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From debanking to a banking arms race—The rise of stablecoins
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Opinion by: Megan Knab, CEO, Franklin Payroll There are few historical examples of such a massive about-face for an industry, from banks debanking crypto businesses to now embracing stablecoins. If you talk to most crypto startup founders or companies with crypto on the balance sheet, they will all have war stories about finding, applying for […]

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Bitcoin Flirting With Danger As BTC Faces Major Resistance Level, Says Trader Jason Pizzino – Here’s His Outlook
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Analyst and trader Jason Pizzino is issuing a warning on Bitcoin (BTC) as the flagship crypto asset hovers below the all-time high. In a new strategy session, Pizzino tells his 351,000 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin is “flirting with danger” after failing to cross above a resistance level located just below the all-time high price of […]

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Eric Trump’s American Bitcoin Challenges Strategy With Cheap Mining Model
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TL;DR Shift from Buying to Mining: American Bitcoin is boldly shifting from purchasing Bitcoin to mining it directly, targeting production costs of just $37K–$38K per coin. Undercutting Traditional Methods: The low-cost mining model is designed to challenge established strategies, offering a more efficient and cost-effective way to accumulate Bitcoin. Controversial Yet Game-Changing: Despite facing criticism […]

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Galaxy CEO Novogratz Sees Imminent Bitcoin Breakout To $130,000
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A week of steady closes above the psychologically potent $100,000 mark has sharpened Mike Novogratz’s conviction that Bitcoin is once again approaching escape velocity. Speaking on the latest “Galaxy Brains” podcast, the Galaxy Digital founder traced the market’s arc back to its late-March nadir—“Bitcoin went down and kissed right where it broke out: $74,000”—and argued […]

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Ex-BitMEX Boss Hayes Sees Bitcoin Breaching $1M by 2028 on Global Financial Strains
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Former BitMex CEO, Arthur Hayes, said the price of Bitcoin is set to soar to over US$1 million by the end of 2028 as global economic conditions drive investment in the OG cryptocurrency. Hayes argued that “foreign capital repatriation” and the devaluation of US treasuries would see investors around the world flock to Bitcoin as […]

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Bitcoin Breaks Away from Gold as Investors Pivot to Crypto, JPMorgan Finds
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Gold has dropped 8% since 22 April while Bitcoin has risen 18%. Factors such as increased corporate accumulation and government adoption of Bitcoin are driving the shift. JP Morgan analysts expect the momentum to continue through the rest of 2025. With global markets shifting, investors are increasingly choosing Bitcoin over gold, signalling a preference for […]

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Flash Launches Flash 2.0 to Simplify Bitcoin Payments for Businesses Worldwide
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Bitcoin Magazine Flash Launches Flash 2.0 to Simplify Bitcoin Payments for Businesses Worldwide Flash, a Bitcoin payment platform, has officially launched Flash 2.0, its latest version designed to simplify and accelerate Bitcoin adoption for businesses. The update introduces a redesigned interface, expanded e-commerce compatibility, and a streamlined setup process that allows merchants to start accepting […]

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$263M Crypto Heist Uncovered: 12 Charged in High-Stakes Bitcoin Theft and Luxury Spending Spree
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Key Takeaways: 12 additional individuals face charges in a $263M crypto theft conspiracy spanning the U.S. and abroad Stolen funds were laundered through mixers, shell companies, and converted into luxury goods and services A single victim lost over 4,100 BTC, worth $230M, in a high-level social engineering scam Federal prosecutors have unsealed a new indictment […]

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Ethereum Price Analysis: What Lies Ahead for ETH on its Way to $3K?
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Ethereum is showing signs of short-term exhaustion after a strong impulsive rally. Although the buyers have managed to break through major resistance levels, the price is currently stalling around a key structure and could be at risk of a local top if momentum fades. Technical Analysis The Daily Chart ETH has decisively broken above the […]

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FTX Set for $5 Billion Second-Phase Distribution Following $7 Billion Payout
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Advisers managing the bankruptcy of FTX are preparing to distribute $5 billion to the company’s creditors. This will be the second payout this year. The first round began in mid-February. In the February round, repayments started with customers in the “Convenience Class.” These are individuals with claims of $50,000 or less. They are receiving full […]

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Critics slam 'Mexicanisation' of France after spate of crypto kidnappings
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An attempted kidnapping this week of the daughter of a cryptocurrency platform boss in Paris, which was caught on video, has sparked calls to …

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AI vibe coding: what it is, why it’s risky, and how to stay safe
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What is AI vibe coding? AI vibe coding is a novel approach to software development that generates advanced, executable code based on well-crafted natural language user prompts.  Yet another innovation fueled by artificial intelligence capabilities, AI vibe coding is proving to be a game-changer, especially for non-technical enthusiasts who can now experiment with software development […]

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Robinhood Rival eToro Goes Live on Nasdaq After Raising $620,000,000 in IPO
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Shares of the Israel-based retail trading firm eToro are surging after the Robinhood rival went public on Wednesday. The firm’s new ETOR shares, now trading on the Nasdaq Exchange, are up more than 30% on their first day of trading and are priced at $67.66 at time of writing. eToro raised nearly $620 million via […]

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JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Says He Wouldn’t Take US Recession ‘Off the Table,’ Warns There’s a Lot of Uncertainty Out There
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JPMorgan Chase chief executive Jamie Dimon says that he still would not rule out the possibility of the US entering an economic recession. In a new Bloomberg Television interview, Dimon says mounting uncertainty around tariffs and geopolitical tensions could increase inflation and slow down the economy. “I’m going to defer to our economists who give […]

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Meliuz Purchases 274 BTC, Pioneering Bitcoin Treasury Strategy in Brazil and Latam
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Meliuz, a Brazilian cashback company, has completed its pivot to become one of the first public businesses in Brazil and Latam to adopt a bitcoin reserve strategy. Israel Salmen, CEO of Meliuz, stated that shareholders approved the expansion of this strategy and announced a new purchase of BTC. Meliuz Becomes Brazil’s and Latam’s Pioneer in […]

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7 Best Cloud Mining Sites Offering Insane Crypto Profits
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The crypto space is hot, with the market experiencing a downtrend after a green market on Monday, 12 May. Is it the ideal time to buy the dip? Bitcoin price fell after recent gains peaking at the $105k threshold. The US-China deal didn’t pump the market as anticipated. Most digital assets like ETH, SOL, DOGE, […]

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Bitcoin Rally Stalls as SOPR Spikes: Analyst Explains What It Means
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Bitcoin’s recent climb appears to have momentarily slowed following a period of consistent upward momentum. After briefly trading above $104,000 earlier in the week, the price has since retraced to around $102,004, reflecting a modest 1.2% dip in the past 24 hours. Despite the pullback, BTC remains up nearly 20% over the past month and […]

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MOVE Token Crashes After Movement Labs Faces $50M Lawsuit Over Insider Allocation
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TL;DR Movement Labs is back under scrutiny after leaked documents exposed secret deals that handed up to 10% of MOVE tokens to close advisors. Sam Thapaliya and Vinit Parekh secured millions in tokens and undisclosed contracts, triggering legal threats and deepening internal tensions. MOVE drops 8.2% following the scandal as the company scrambles to contain […]

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BlockDAG’s 150M Coin Leaderboard Fuels $250M Surge, Aptos Breakout Near, UNI Price Action Shifts
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Aptos is drawing strong attention again as its price inches toward a key resistance zone. Traders are watching closely to see if APT can push through to new levels. Meanwhile, Uniswap’s daily chart presents conflicting signs, with bullish hints but also signals of market caution. But the spotlight remains on BlockDAG (BDAG). This project has […]

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Bitcoin Magazine Launches “The Bitcoin for Corporations Show” Hosted by Pierre Rochard, CEO of The Bitcoin Bond Company
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Bitcoin Magazine Bitcoin Magazine Launches “The Bitcoin for Corporations Show” Hosted by Pierre Rochard, CEO of The Bitcoin Bond Company Bitcoin Magazine is proud to announce the launch of a new flagship series: “The Bitcoin for Corporations Show,” hosted by Pierre Rochard, CEO of The Bitcoin Bond Company. Pierre brings financial expertise and a decade-long […]

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CoinMarketCap’s CMC Launchpad Goes Live: Airdrops, 1001x Leverage, and Early Access for Millions
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Key Takeaways: CoinMarketCap introduces CMC Launchpad to feature projects before token launch (pre-TGE) Aster DEX is the first to debut, offering up to 1001x leverage and KYC-free trading Users can earn Au points and qualify for future airdrops by completing tasks and holding assets CoinMarketCap, the world’s most visited crypto data platform, has just launched […]

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Bitcoin To Eclipse $200,000 As Economic Volatility Subsides, Says Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan – Here’s the Timeline
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The chief investment officer (CIO) of Bitwise, Matt Hougan, is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) amid the crypto king’s 20% gain over the past month. In an appearance on the David Lin YouTube channel, Hougan says various fundamental catalysts could drive the price of Bitcoin up by over 95% from the current level in months. […]

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Standard Chartered Teams Up with FalconX to Power Crypto Institutions
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FalconX has partnered with Standard Chartered, marking its first deal with a global bank. The partnership will provide FalconX clients with fiat rails, FX support, and broader banking services. The move signals Standard Chartered’s growing push into crypto post-Trump’s re-election, aligning with rising demand from institutions like hedge funds and asset managers for digital asset […]

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Crypto market update: Here's how Bitcoin, Ethereum, others are faring today
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Ethereum's market cap stood at $312.5 billion, making it the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalisation. For Ethereum, analysts said, …

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Bitcoin hitting $220K 'reasonable' in 2025 says gold-based forecast
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Key points: New Bitcoin price targets leverage interplay with gold to deliver $200,000 and higher this year. Bitcoin price cycles remain in focus as part of the BTC price “power curve” model. Eating gold’s market cap could propel BTC/USD to nearly $1 million by the decade’s end. Bitcoin (BTC) has a “decent chance” of hitting […]

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Pharos Network Unveils High-Performance Layer 1 Testnet to Unlock RWA Adoption
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[PRESS RELEASE – Hong Kong, Hong Kong, May 7th, 2025] Pharos Network, a high-performance blockchain built for real-world assets (RWAs), announced the launch of its Testnet. Designed for institutional-grade RWAs and enterprise-scale DeFi, Pharos offers a next-generation, modular infrastructure that addresses the key bottlenecks preventing institutions from entering Web3. The platform powers scalable deployment of […]

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A1 Abraaj Becomes First Middle Eastern Public Firm to Adopt Bitcoin Treasury Strategy
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A1 Abraaj Restaurants Group has become the first publicly traded company in the Middle East to adopt bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset, signaling a major shift in regional finance. Bahrain’s A1 Abraaj Embraces Bitcoin for Crypto Treasury In a regional first, Bahrain-based A1 Abraaj Restaurants Group (Bahrain Bourse: ABRAAJ) has officially adopted bitcoin as […]

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