Democratic Senators Attempt To Block President Trump’s Crypto Ventures, Citing ‘Grift’ and National Security Risks
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Senate Democrats are pushing for new legislation that aims to prevent cryptocurrency-related corruption among top US officials. US Democratic senators led by Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) introduced the End Crypto Corruption Act of 2025 to prevent the president, vice president, senior executive branch officials, members of Congress, individuals appointed […]

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Standard Chartered Analyst Backs Off Bitcoin Price Prediction, Now Calls $120,000 BTC ‘Too Low’: Report
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An analyst from the banking giant Standard Chartered is reportedly changing his price prediction for Bitcoin (BTC), predicting that the crypto king shoots up even higher than previously anticipated. According to a new report by CNBC, Geoffrey Kendrick, head of digital assets at the firm, is apologizing for predicting that BTC will hit the $120,000 […]

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Binance Founder CZ Confirms Filing for President Trump’s Pardon
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Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the former CEO of Binance, has confirmed in an interview that he has formally applied for a presidential pardon from Donald Trump. However, he also clarified that he has no plans to return as a leader in the world’s largest crypto exchange. Former CEO Files For Clemency Zhao said on the Farokh […]

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Web3 ai Tops BONK & PI With 1747% ROI as Best Crypto Investment
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BONK Price Surges, PI Network Stalls, While Web3 ai’s 1747% ROI Shines as the Best Crypto Investment Investors are keeping a close eye as trading volume increases across trending coins. BONK has surged in price, bringing new energy to the meme coin space. At the same time, PI network analysis shows mixed signs, with the […]

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Bitcoin Hits $100K as Institutional Money Pours In
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The last time the cryptocurrency topped six figures was in February shortly after reaching its all-time high of $109,114.88 in late January. BTC Breaks $100K Barrier as Institutions Dive In Bitcoin ( BTC) broke through the $100K barrier on Thursday morning, as net cumulative inflows for spot BTC exchange-traded funds (ETFs) peaked at $40.72 billion […]

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Maldives Makes a Risky Bet on a $9 Billion Crypto City to Diversify Its Economy and Challenge Asia’s Titans
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Key Takeaways: Maldives is developing a $9B blockchain finance center to reduce its dependence on tourism. The project will triple GDP and generate 16,000 jobs in five years. It aims to compete with Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong. The government of the Maldives is developing a $9 billion crypto-financial hub in collaboration with MBS Global […]

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SEC considers new rules easing security token issuance
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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering rule changes to let companies more freely issue tokenized securities, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said in a speech published on May 8. The regulator is “considering a potential exemptive order” for firms using blockchain technology to “issue, trade, and settle securities” that would release them from […]

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Sculpting Scarcity: Artist Maxfield Mellenbruch Brings Rare Steak Worth Millions To Bitcoin 2025 
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Bitcoin Magazine Sculpting Scarcity: Artist Maxfield Mellenbruch Brings Rare Steak Worth Millions To Bitcoin 2025  Maxfield Mellenbruch — an American sculptor, designer, and the creator of the iconic Kialara series — returns to the bitcoin stage with Rare, a platinum and gemstone-encrusted sculpture appraised at over $2 million. Mellenbruch first gained recognition in 2014 for […]

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VWAPs Don’t Lie—XRP Faces Judgment Day At Monthly Support
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XRP is drifting back to the lower boundary of a five-month trading range, yet the higher-time-frame structure remains intact, according to a daily chart published on May 7 by analyst Dom (@traderview2). The chart covers late-December 2024 through the first week of May 2025 and shows XRP after breaking above a descending trend line that […]

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At $0.000125, Arctic Pablo Quietly Becomes the Best Crypto with 100x Potential, While Snek Slithers Into Position and Cheems Barks Back
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In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrencies, meme coins have carved out a unique niche, blending humor with high-risk, high-reward investment opportunities. Today, let’s examine three contenders vying for the title of the best crypto coin with 100x potential: Arctic Pablo Coin, SNEK, and Cheems. Let’s explore what makes each of these coins stand out and […]

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Bitcoin to $200,000? Investor Dan Tapiero Says One Catalyst Could Send Bitcoin Flying if US Economy Slows Hard
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Macro investor and fund manager Dan Tapiero believes Bitcoin (BTC) could turn bullish amid a potential change in US monetary policy. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Tapiero says the uncertainty caused by tariffs is having a “growth-dampening impact” on both the US and China. According to the macro investor, the […]

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Policy Debate Emerges Over Presidential Crypto Holdings in Stablecoin Talks
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TL;DR Senate discussions on stablecoin legislation have become complicated due to President Trump’s crypto profits, with Democrats pushing to restrict his involvement. The crypto sector argues these restrictions would stifle innovation and U.S. leadership in digital finance. Meanwhile, Republicans aim to preserve a bipartisan deal that positions the country as a global leader in blockchain […]

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Trump Dinner Buyers Largely Foreign, as Family Net Worth Swells by $2.9 Billion
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President Donald Trump’s $TRUMP memecoin has surged in value after promotion offering exclusive presidential access to top tokenholders. A Bloomberg investigation found that more than half the top investors used exchanges that prohibit US users, raising concerns about foreign influence on the US government. Lawmakers are calling for investigations, questioning the ethics and legality of […]

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Bitcoin (BTC) Profit Returns as Price Hits Two-Month High
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At $97.9K, Bitcoin has just reached its highest level in over two months

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Coinbase Enters Crypto Derivatives with $2.9B Deal to Acquire Deribit
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Coinbase Global has agreed to buy Deribit, a major cryptocurrency derivatives exchange. The deal is valued at approximately $2.9 billion. Coinbase announced the acquisition on May 8, as Cointelegraph reported. Coinbase Announces Deribit Acquisition, Pending Approval Greg Tusar, Vice President of Institutional Product at Coinbase, said the move is part of the exchange’s international growth […]

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House to vote on <b>cryptocurrency</b> regulation that could impact Trump family – ABC News
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ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports on the GENIUS Act, a bill that would create a regulatory framework for a type of cryptocurrency known as …

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Is XRP Ready to Join the Crypto Market Rally? (Ripple Price Analysis)
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After a period of muted price action and consolidation, Ripple has found support at the 100-day moving average, triggering a modest bullish rebound. However, the price remains confined between the 100 and 200-day MAs, making a decisive breakout essential for initiating a strong rally. XRP Analysis By Shayan The Daily Chart XRP has recently found […]

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Bitcoin miner Hut 8 grows hashrate 79% despite $134M quarterly loss
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Cryptocurrency mining firm Hut 8 increased its hashrate by 79% during the first quarter of the year. According to Hut8’s latest quarterly report released on May 8, the firm saw a net loss of $134.3 million despite revenue of $21.8 million. The firm’s CEO, Asher Genoot, explained that this was a result of large-scale investments. […]

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Bitcoin Outpaces Gold and Stocks in April as Correlation With S\&P 500 Strengthens
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April was a crucial month for the major asset classes, and turbulent early-month trading saw Bitcoin emerge as the clear outperformer. Data from the past 30 days show that not only did Bitcoin bounce back strongly after a sharp drop in the first week of April, but by month’s end it had also dramatically outpaced […]

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As Bullish Momentum Builds toward $100K Resistance Test, Bitcoin Breaks $99K
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Key Takeaways: Reaching a high of $99,222.22, Bitcoin has crossed the $99,000 barrier for the first time since March. Gaining 2.70% in the last 24 hours, the rise follows almost three months of consolidation. Increased trading activity is driving optimism; hence market attention now shifts to the psychological $100,000 milestone. Rising beyond the $99,000 threshold, […]

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Crypto Consolidation: Coinbase to Acquire Deribit for $2.9B
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Coinbase Global has agreed to acquire Deribit, the world’s largest bitcoin and ether options platform, for approximately $2.9 billion in cash and stock. $2.9 Billion Deal: Coinbase Buys Top Bitcoin Options Platform The deal, if finalized, will mark one of the largest acquisitions in cryptocurrency history, significantly expanding Coinbase’s derivatives offerings. Deribit dominates bitcoin options […]

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Bank of America Says Investors Pulled $8,900,000,000 out of US Markets in One Week, Fleeing to Foreign Markets: Report
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Data from Bank of America (BofA) reportedly shows that investors appear to be fleeing US markets in the wake of tariff-induced volatility. The financial giant notes in a new analysis that US equities witnessed an $8.9 billion outflow in the week leading up to April 30th, CNBC reports. European equities, by contrast, witnessed a $3.4 […]

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Strive Reveals New Bitcoin Treasury Blueprint at Strategy World 2025
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Bitcoin Magazine Strive Reveals New Bitcoin Treasury Blueprint at Strategy World 2025 A new kind of Bitcoin Treasury Company has emerged—one designed not only to accumulate Bitcoin, but to outperform it. This week during Bitcoin For Corporations at Strategy World 2025, Strive Asset Management announced it is combining with NASDAQ-listed Asset Entities (ASST) to become […]

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XRP Is Forms Bullish Reverse Dragon Head Pattern, How High Can Price Go?
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The XRP price is once again showing bullishness, even after the altcoin has been plagued by dips. This time around, the cryptocurrency is forming a rather interesting pattern that suggests a continuation of the bullish rally that began back in April. While this pattern is yet to be complete, a total formation would be extremely […]

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Binance Research: Crypto Users Become More Tech Savvy
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80% of Asian cryptocurrency users enabled 2FA for trading, while separate trading password is set by one user out of three, new Binance report says

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US Banks Can Now Buy and Sell Customers’ Crypto Assets: OCC Clarifies
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The US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), which regulates national banks, has clarified that institutions under its oversight can now buy and sell crypto assets on behalf of their customers. This update was confirmed in an interpretive letter published yesterday (Wednesday). In addition, the OCC stated that national banks may outsource crypto-asset […]

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The Rise of <b>Cryptocurrency</b> in Asia: How It's Powering the Online Casino Boom | LifeStyle
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How Digital Coins Are REVOLUTIONIZING Online Casinos! Crypto in Asia is the Future. Not too long ago, cryptocurrency …

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Doodles NFT sales surge 97% ahead of DOOD token airdrop
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Doodles’ non-fungible token (NFTs) sales surged by 97% in the last 24 hours as digital collectible traders anticipate the project’s token generation event and airdrop.  On May 8, data from CryptoSlam showed Doodles NFT sales topping $1.1 million, nearly doubling the previous day’s total. The spike placed Doodles in the third spot for daily NFT […]

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Bitcoin Approaches $100K Following Trump’s Trade Announcement and Dollar Weakness
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TL;DR Investor Optimism: Trump’s hint at a major trade deal, intended to ease tariffs and curb inflation, has sparked strong optimism among investors, pushing Bitcoin nearer to the $100K threshold. Favorable Economic Conditions: A weaker U.S. dollar, declining bond yields, and increased institutional inflows into Bitcoin ETFs are creating a supportive environment for risk assets. […]

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Crypto Soars as BTC Nears $100k while US Fed Keeps Interest Rates Steady
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Bitcoin has risen to US$98,680, approaching the US$100k mark amid the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that Trump’s tariffs would increase prices for US consumers, weaken economic growth, and potentially lead to higher unemployment. The Federal Reserve last cut rates in December 2024, with Powell indicating tariffs […]

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Analysts Say $2,500,000,000,000 ‘Avalanche’ of Selling Could Hit US Dollar, Warn Trade Wars Threatening Greenback’s Appeal: Report
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The US dollar could suffer a major sell-off by Asian investors and exporters triggered by trade tensions, according to a pair of macroeconomic and currency strategists. Eurizon SLJ Capital’s analysts Stephen Jen and Joana Freireat say in a new investment note that Asian investors have accumulated a massive pile of USD that could be ditched […]

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BTC Price Nears $100K for the First Time Since February, ETH Taps Monthly Peak (Market Watch)
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Bitcoin’s positive price performance, perhaps due to the aforementioned trade talks, continues in full force as the asset tapped a multi-month high of just under $100,000. The altcoins have posted notable gains as well, with ETH surging past $1,900 for the first time in over a month. BTC Aims at $100K It almost felt like […]

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