In its Q1 2025 report, blockchain intelligence company Messari highlights significant developments in Rootstock, a bitcoin sidechain, including a record-high merged mining participation rate of 81%, up from 56.4% in the previous quarter. This came following the integration of Foundry, the largest bitcoin mining pool. Transaction costs on the network dropped by 60% due to […]

Ether’s market capitalization surged 42% in five days following the successful launch of Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade on its mainnet.  On May 12, the company data tracker 8marketcap showed Ether (ETH) surpassing Coca-Cola and Alibaba, ranking as the world’s 39th-largest asset by market capitalization. ETH was trading at about $2,550 at publication time, with a market […]

Key Takeaways: OKX Web3 launches its first IDO with DOOD, the native token of the Doodles NFT ecosystem. Whitelisted users can buy up to $250 worth of DOOD during the token sale on May 8 at 10 PM HKT. TGE begins on May 9 at 9 PM HKT, followed by a trading competition with a […]

Large amount of Bitcoin was transferred to Coinbase Institutional anonymously as BTC hit $105,000

– May 12, 2025) – Atua AI (TUA), the decentralized AI-powered productivity platform, has expanded its XRP cryptocurrency infrastructure to support …

The CEO of the largest digital asset exchange in the US reportedly says Coinbase explored investing most of its cash reserve in Bitcoin (BTC). Brian Armstrong says that Coinbase previously considered the idea of adopting the same crypto investment strategy taken by Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor, reports Bloomberg. “There were definitely moments over the last […]

The US government says a 56-year-old Georgia man used friends, family and an insider to steal over $3 million from a local bank. Ronnie Atkinson of Macon, Georgia, who owns his own logging company, is accused of conspiring with a high-ranking executive at a community bank through “materially false and fraudulently pretenses, representations, and promises,” […]

TL;DR Pi Network’s native token has stolen the show once again with a massive double-digit surge that has pushed it to a multi-week peak of $1.3. This mindblowing rally of over 100% in the past several days transpired after a hype announcement from the Pi Core Team, which many anticipate to be a listing on […]

Solana started a fresh increase above the $162 zone. SOL price is now consolidating near $175 and might extend gains above the $180 zone. SOL price started a fresh upward move above the $155 and $162 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading below $165 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There […]

DOGE Faces Liquidation, XMR’s Surge Sparks Concern, While Web3 ai Presale Blows Up for its 1584% ROI Potential What do you get when privacy tokens jump for the wrong reasons and meme coins flirt with big losses? You get a busy week in crypto. Monero (XMR) suddenly shot up 50%, but the move may be […]

Zimbabwe has launched a blockchain-enabled carbon credit registry to enhance transparency and restore investor trust after previous disruptions in the carbon credit market. In 2023, the country faced backlash for abruptly canceling projects and claiming a portion of proceeds, affecting developers like the Kariba Redd+ Project. Authorities have since established the Zimbabwe Carbon Markets Authority […]

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has added another $129 million to its Bitcoin treasury, pushing its total holdings past the Bitcoin-stacking country of El Salvador.  “Metaplanet now holds more Bitcoin than El Salvador. From humble beginnings to rivaling nation-states, we’re just getting started,” said CEO Simon Gerovich on X after the latest purchase announcement.  On May […]

Standard Chartered now believes its Q2 Bitcoin target of $120,000 may be too conservative, as spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded over $4 billion in net inflows, adjusted for hedge fund basis trades within just three weeks. Cryptocurrencies have surged into mainstream consciousness, transforming from niche digital assets into significant financial instruments. This evolution has been marked […]

Cryptocurrency’s use in cross-border payments is closing in on 2021 highs, which eclipsed $800 billion USD. Bitcoin remains relatively popular as an asset for minor remittances, however stablecoins are the clear number one option. A study from the Bank for International Settlements uncovered that residents in developing economies were more likely to be the recipients […]

A group of 20 Democratic senators introduced legislation on May 7, which, if passed, would see senior government officials, including the President and Vice President, banned from launching or promoting cryptocurrency projects. The bill would also apply to certain government employees, including special government employees (SGEs) such as Elon Musk — with breaches attracting civil […]

Key Takeaways: Flipster partners with leading Asian esports organization TALON, rebranding their Dota 2 team as Flipster Talon. This marks Flipster’s first move into esports, aiming to merge Web3 innovation with fan engagement. Launching in June, the collaboration will include co-branded material, digital promotions, and engaging fan experiences. A fast-expanding crypto trading platform, Flipster has […]

A large grocery chain has been exploited by hackers who are now telling the media that the attack is much more serious than what is being admitted. Co-op Food, one of the largest grocery chains in the UK employing approximately 70,000 people, disclosed last month that it had suffered a cyber-attack from “highly sophisticated” criminals. […]

Market’s structure turned bullish thanks to massive inflows of fresh retail and institutional funds

PETALING JAYA: The global transaction of cryptocurrency has led to a rise in illegal mining, causing a nearly 300% jump in electricity thefts …

Bitcoin price started a fresh surge above the $102,000 zone. BTC is rising and might aim for a move toward the $107,500 resistance. Bitcoin started a strong increase above the $100,500 resistance zone. The price is trading above $102,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a new connecting bullish trend line forming […]

Ethereum isn’t the only hot cryptocurrency in May, with some big app-wide changes and a new roadmap. Bitcoin, the class originator and market cap leader, approved a subtle but big change in May to the way it approves transactions. The network will no longer limit transactions with files larger than 80 bytes. Bitcoin Opens Up For Business […]

Coinbase unleashed over 10,000 pages of previously unpublished government crypto documents, exposing undisclosed regulatory tactics and internal contradictions fueling calls for immediate transparency reforms. Coinbase Publishes Massive FOIA Document Trove to Expose Hidden US Crypto Regulation Tactics Crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) intensified its push for regulatory transparency last week by unveiling a digital archive […]

Hardware wallet provider Ledger has confirmed its Discord server is secure again after an attacker compromised a moderator’s account to post scam links on May 11 to trick users into revealing their seed phrases on a third-party website. “One of our contracted moderators had their account compromised, which allowed a malicious bot to post scam […]

Macro investor and fund manager Dan Tapiero is identifying what could be the catalyst that could fuel a comeback for Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto. In a new interview on the Milk Road YouTube channel, Tapiero says that monetary policies need to align before digital assets can truly take off. Tapiero says Fed Chair Jerome Powell […]

Cold Wallet’s Presale Promises 4900% Returns at Just $0.00743! XRP Jumps 279% & Ethereum Targets $10K Crypto market optimism has placed top coins back in the spotlight, with XRP and Ethereum dominating attention once more. Over the past six months, XRP has delivered an impressive 279% increase, reclaiming its rank among leading altcoins as technical […]

Key Takeaways: Banks can now trade crypto for customers under the customer’s direction, according to the OCC. Outsourcing to third-party crypto service providers is permitted with proper risk management. Custody services may include trade execution, tax reporting, and fiat-crypto exchange activities. On May 7, 2025, the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) […]

AI-focused cryptocurrencies are commanding serious attention as May 2025 begins, with strong narratives and bullish setups driving renewed interest across the sector. The market is heating up again, and projects tied to real AI use cases are drawing the spotlight. Among the standout names are Story (IP), Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL), and Unstaked (UNSD), three very […]

Veteran trader and Ethereum critic Brandt suggests ETH can show major price surge

The cryptocurrency market is abuzz with excitement following a recent statement from renowned analyst Michael van de Poppe, who anticipates an …

XRP investors are keeping an eye on a crucial price level this week. Bitcoin has managed to reclaim above $100,000 and Ethereum is over $2,300. XRP has recorded a modest increase as well but still hovers at the lower part of the $2 price range. From a chart of a market observer who goes by […]

The White House announced that talks between the United States and China regarding a trade deal have made “substantial progress,” yet no official deal has been announced at this time, leaving investors in doubt. According to a May 11 announcement from the White House, more details on the trade talks and the proposed “agreement” will […]

Over the past 24 hours, bitcoin has drifted between $103,133 and $104,841, while South Korea’s notorious premium quietly inverted, dipping into discount territory for several days this month. Bitcoin’s Comeback Inverts South Korea Premium to 0.76% Below Global Average Bitcoin has experienced an eventful week, buoyed by renewed appetite and reclaiming the $100,000 milestone for […]