Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
Boston Fed President Collins expressed support for holding rates steady but advocated for changes in policy statement wording to avoid signaling a bias toward cuts. She emphasized that rates could remain elevated for longer, with the path forward dependent on persistent inflation data.
Read MoreBased Foundation confirms Season 3 completion, with BASED tokens automatically deposited to staking accounts. Genesis signers receive tokens by May 11, 2026. Unsigned users must accept terms by June 4, 2026 for distribution on June 7, 2026.
Read MoreInvestigators ZachXBT and Specter allege the LAB team and its founder orchestrated repeated pump-and-dump schemes on centralized exchanges by holding large token concentrations, harming retail investors. Private outreach went unanswered, raising concerns about industry credibility.
Read MoreBNY Mellon, a financial titan with $2.1 trillion in assets, disclosed a major investment in MSTR stock, a key Bitcoin proxy. The bank added over 100,000 shares worth $18.7 million, bringing its total holdings to 1 million shares valued at approximately $187.2 million. This move highlights deepening institutional involvement in the crypto asset space.
Read MoreIran has designated two official shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring vessels to obtain prior authorization for passage. The move strengthens Tehran's control over the vital waterway and could impact global oil transit routes, drawing international attention to regional maritime security.
Read MoreBitwise CEO Hunter Horsley declares the end of crypto's four-year market cycle, citing last year's downturn as a break from the old pattern. He predicts a new structural product will gain widespread adoption within a year, potentially integrating Bitcoin into fixed-income markets.
Read MoreIranian President Pezeshkian recently held a meeting with Supreme Leader Khamenei. The talks lasted nearly three hours in a cordial atmosphere, highlighting important internal discussions.
Read MoreBlockchain data reveals a newly created wallet withdrew 2,500 Bitcoin, worth over $200 million, from Binance in a single transaction. This massive movement by a potential 'whale' is sparking intense speculation about market intentions and future price trends.
Read MoreBinance Alpha has officially launched the PlaysOut (PLAY) token. Eligible users holding a minimum of 245 Alpha points can now claim an airdrop of 360 PLAY tokens through the designated activity page, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Read MoreGlassnode analysis reveals Bitcoin faces significant supply pressure near $85,000. While bulls remain in control, sustained spot demand is needed to overcome this key resistance zone and enable further price appreciation.
Read MoreBitcoin prices have fallen below the key $81,000 support level, currently trading around $80,993. The 0.89% decline in 24 hours signals increased market volatility. Analysts advise investors to prioritize risk management during this uncertain period.
Read MoreBank of America cautions that upcoming IPOs from SpaceX and Anthropic could divert capital from tech-heavy U.S. markets. With combined valuations nearing $3 trillion, these listings may force fund reallocations, potentially signaling a shift in the bull market cycle.
Read MoreHours before a US exchange listed an obscure meme token, several linked wallets received funds and bought the asset. They sold after the price surged post-announcement, netting over $410,000 in suspected profits, raising concerns about potential undisclosed information advantages.
Read MoreStepStone Group has integrated with LSEG's Digital Markets Infrastructure platform. This move leverages distributed ledger technology to streamline private fund access for professional investors, reducing barriers and enhancing digital support for evergreen strategies in private equity, debt, and infrastructure.
Read MoreSaudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is issuing multi-tranche dollar bonds, signaling a pivotal return to the global debt market. This move tests investor appetite for long-term Gulf assets and aims to re-establish pricing benchmarks amid a tentative regional market recovery.
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