Mounties in B.C. warn of fraudsters impersonating police for payment – CityNews Vancouver
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… the public of an increase in fraud cases involving the impersonation of police officers demanding payment in cryptocurrency, cash, or e-transfer.

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Analyst Predicts Exactly When To Sell Bitcoin For The Most Return
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A crypto analyst has outlined a specific period he believes could be the right time to sell Bitcoin (BTC) for the most returns. Supporting his prediction, the analyst highlighted a recurring historical pattern that has marked major bullish turning points in BTC’s market cycles. He suggested that these past patterns could be used to determine […]

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Pi Network’s New Deadline: What Does the Next Big Update Mean for the PI Token
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The team behind the controversial project has outlined the new deadline for the completion of the latest protocol update, version 23. At the same time, the native token has calmed at around $0.18 after the most recent volatility, but history shows that its fluctuations could return once the community anticipates new updates. V23 Is Coming […]

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Bakkt Completes DTR Acquisition Amid Revenue Growth and Strategic Overhaul
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Bakkt has completed its acquisition of Distributed Technologies Research, a move designed to integrate artificial intelligence (AI)-native stablecoin infrastructure into its core financial services. Modernizing Global Settlement Bakkt Inc. has finalized its acquisition of Distributed Technologies Research (DTR), a developer of agentic payments and stablecoin infrastructure, about three months after formally agreeing to the purchase. […]

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Riot posts $167M in Q1 revenue as data center arm pulls in $33M in first quarter
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Riot Platforms reported $167.2 million in Q1 2026 revenue, with its new data center business contributing $33.2 million as Bitcoin mining income fell.

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CLARITY Act Finalized: What It Means for Crypto
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U.S. lawmakers have reached a breakthrough on stablecoin yield rules within the CLARITY Act, clearing a key hurdle toward advancing comprehensive crypto regulation.

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<b>Cryptocurrency</b> Stocks To Research – May 2nd – MarketBeat
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Galaxy Digital, Bitfarms, and Soluna are the three Cryptocurrency stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool.

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DOGEBALL token sale nears May 2 — project claims on utility, fundraising and incentives
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Timing can affect decisions about short-term crypto positions. The project behind DOGEBALL is conducting an early-stage token sale that the team says began on 2 January 2026 and is scheduled to end on 2 May 2026, according to project materials. The project reports participation during the sale period; these figures are project-reported and have not […]

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XRP Compression Peaks: Symmetrical Triangle Signals Explosive Move Ahead
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XRP is entering a critical phase as its price action tightens within a symmetrical triangle, signaling that a major move may be imminent. With volatility compressing and market pressure building, the current structure suggests that a breakout could be both sharp and decisive.  Triangle Compression Tightens As XRP Nears Apex XRP is currently exhibiting a […]

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CryptoGames Casino 2026: How Blockchain Is Changing Online Gambling 
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Growth of Crypto Casinos in the Digital Economy  The online gambling industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past decade, largely driven by the integration of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. Traditional online casinos once dominated the space, but they often struggled with slow payment systems, geographic restrictions, and concerns about transparency. Crypto casinos emerged […]

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Bitcoin ETFs Attract Almost $2B in April as 2026 Turns Green
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April turned out to be the best month for the cryptocurrency markets on different fronts since late last year, with BTC posting a double-digit surge and the spot Bitcoin ETFs attracting almost $2 billion. At the same time, the exchange-traded funds tracking the world’s largest altcoin stopped a five-month painful streak, in which they bled […]

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Ethereum Validators Confirm Block 25 Million After Nearly 11 Years of Runtime
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Ethereum finalized block 25,000,000 on May 1, 2026, marking nearly 11 years of operation since the network’s genesis block on July 30, 2015. Key Takeaways: Ethereum finalized block 25 million on May 1, 2026, nearly 11 years after its July 2015 genesis with no prolonged global network shutdown. The milestone reflects Ethereum’s decade-long operation through […]

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A16z sides with CFTC against states seeking to ban prediction markets
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Venture capital firm a16z argues that state crackdowns on platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket conflict with federal law and hurt market access for ordinary users.

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Metaplanet CEO Says He Is More Bullish on Bitcoin Than Ever
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The CEO of Metaplanet has reaffirmed his ultra bullish stance on Bitcoin after declaring that the leading crypto asset has divided the world into two economies.

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ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages FLOW <b>Cryptocurrency</b> … – Newsfile
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ROSEN, RECOGNIZED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages FLOW Cryptocurrency Investors to Inquire About Securities Class Action Investigation. May 02, 2026 …

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XRP May Outlook: 4 Catalysts, Key Dates, And Critical Price Levels To Watch
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XRP ended April with momentum, posting gains of roughly 9.4% over the month. Still, the bigger question for traders is whether the next leg can come faster—and push the altcoin beyond the narrow consolidation zone that has defined much of its recent trading.  According to market expert Sam Daodu, May has unusually strong timing and […]

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R0AR Advances to Final Round of CoinDesk Consensus 2026 PitchFest
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Miami, Florida, May 2, 2026 — Emerging Web3 and AI company R0AR advanced to the final selection round of CoinDesk’s Consensus 2026 PitchFest, placing just outside the top 20 startups chosen to present live on stage. Hosted as part of CoinDesk’s Consensus conference, PitchFest is a showcase for early-stage companies operating in blockchain, digital assets, […]

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Galoy Pushes Deeper Into U.S. Banking With All-in-One Bitcoin Platform
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Bitcoin Magazine Galoy Pushes Deeper Into U.S. Banking With All-in-One Bitcoin Platform Galoy is widening its push into U.S. banking at a moment when many institutions still wrestle with how, or whether, to bring Bitcoin into their product stack.  Ahead of this week’s Bitcoin 2026 conference in Las Vegas, Galoy unveiled an expanded version of […]

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Hyperliquid Launches HIP-4 and Targets Polymarket With Zero-Fee Outcome Markets
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Hyperliquid activated its HIP-4 Outcome Markets on mainnet May 2, 2026, bringing fully collateralized, onchain prediction markets directly into the same account where traders already run perpetual futures and spot positions. Key Takeaways: Hyperliquid launched HIP-4 Outcome Markets on mainnet May 2, 2026, with BTC daily binary contracts live and trading. HIP-4 charges zero fees […]

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Three Bitcoin data points suggest a rally to $80K is imminent
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Bitcoin chases $80,000 as rising spot volumes and futures open interest suggest the market has shifted back in the bulls’ favor.

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Bitcoin Price Faces Risk as Proven Indicator Signals Major Sell-Off
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2026 has been quite eventful for the cryptocurrency industry, mostly driven by the developments in the war between the US/Israel and Iran. It began with a massive nosedive to $60,000 and was followed by an impressive 30%+ recovery by early May. Now, though, this rather notable rally has reached a major resistance and Ali Martinez […]

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26% XRP Move Incoming? Key Breakout Levels to Watch
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A decisive breakout from a triangle pattern could result in a 26% price move for XRP.

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Actor Ben McKenzie Explores <b>Cryptocurrency</b> Fraud in Doc. – YouTube
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Actor Ben McKenzie, known for his role in The OC, discusses his transition from acting to investigating cryptocurrency through a new film he wrote …

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April’s $2B ETF Boom: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP Funds Post Largest Inflows In 2026
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After a shaky start to the year, Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and XRP Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have recorded their strongest performance in months, signaling strong institutional demand despite the recent market volatility. Bitcoin Leads ETF Boom With $2B Inflows As the crypto market recovered from the start-of-year correction, US spot Bitcoin ETFs kicked off a […]

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Exodus (EXOD) Announces Official UFC Deal and Revised, Self-Custody Money App
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Bitcoin Magazine Exodus (EXOD) Announces Official UFC Deal and Revised, Self-Custody Money App JP Richardson, co-founder and CEO of Exodus Movement (NYSE American: EXOD), opened part of the Exodus Summit today in Omaha, Nebraska, with an announcement about where he thinks the company’s customers already are. Exodus is becoming the official payments partner of the […]

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May Has Favored Bitcoin—But 2026 Could Break the Pattern
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TL;DR Bitcoin has historically delivered positive returns in May, supported by consistent seasonal trends across multiple market cycles. In 2026, however, the asset enters the month under pressure, with weaker momentum and declining participation. At the same time, macroeconomic conditions and reduced liquidity are limiting upside potential, making this May less predictable despite Bitcoin’s long-term […]

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Cryptoquant Researchers Warn Bitcoin’s April Rally Mirrors 2022 Bear Market Demand Pattern
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Cryptoquant data shows bitcoin’s 20% April rally from $66,000 to $79,000 was built entirely on perpetual futures demand while spot buying contracted throughout the move, raising serious questions about the rally’s durability. Key Takeaways: Cryptoquant data shows bitcoin’s April 2026 rally from $66K to $79K was driven entirely by perpetual futures demand, with zero spot […]

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CLARITY Act stablecoin yield rules finalized: ‘Go time’ for crypto bill
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Galaxy Digital head of research Alex Thorn expects the banking industry to “increase their opposition efforts” following the release of the final stablecoin yield provisions.

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Dogecoin (DOGE) Whales Quietly Accumulate as Holdings Hit Record Levels
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After a period of relative calm, the OG meme coin, Dogecoin (DOGE), has surged even as other top crypto assets have pulled back from gains. Interestingly, Santiment revealed Dogecoin whale activity has surged to a six-month high. DOGE Whales Make Their Move On-chain data recorded 739 transfers of more than $100,000 in a single day. […]

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'Crypto King' Silbert Predicts Bitcoin-Like Boom Phase for Zcash (ZEC)
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Digital Currency Group founder Barry Silbert is forecasting a massive, multi-year bull cycle for Zcash (ZEC).

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Key Compromise Reached in U.S. <b>Cryptocurrency</b> Legislation: Breakthrough on Stablecoin …
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Aftermonths of intense negotiations, significant progress has finally been made in the legislative framework for the U.S. cryptocurrency market.

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Scammers Impersonating Bank of America Steal $41,000 From Customer – Now He’s at Risk of Losing His Home: Report
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An elderly man is at risk of losing his home after scammers impersonating Bank of America managed to empty his account. Military veteran and 82-year-old Richard Runyan says fraudsters masquerading as BofA representatives gave him a call and warned him that his account was flashing suspicious activity, reports the ABC-affiliated KIII-TV. Runyan says the call […]

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