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Former CFTC chair Timothy Massad reveals the US is privately developing infrastructure for a government-backed digital dollar, participating in BIS's Project Agora. The Fed would manage implementation if approved.
Read MorePakistan's Interior Minister has departed for Tehran to meet with Iranian officials, continuing recent high-level diplomatic engagement between the two nations. The visit focuses on strengthening bilateral ties and discussing regional issues of mutual concern.
Read MoreIn just 16 months, NVIDIA has deployed approximately $90 billion to acquire or invest in over 145 AI companies, spanning model development, cloud services, and infrastructure. This aggressive expansion solidifies its dominance but consumes about 40% of its operating cash flow, raising financial and regulatory concerns.
Read MoreHarvard Management Company's 2025 crypto venture saw massive Bitcoin buys near peak prices, followed by a swift, loss-making exit from Ethereum. The failed strategy resulted in over $150 million in losses within a year, highlighting the pitfalls of institutional timing in volatile markets.
Read MoreThe Iranian Revolutionary Guard asserts the geopolitical landscape of the Strait of Hormuz has undergone an irreversible transformation. The statement emphasizes that respecting Iran's sovereignty and legitimate rights is the only viable path forward for involved parties.
Read MoreAn Iranian military spokesman declared forces are on high alert, treating peacetime as wartime to boost readiness. He stated the Strait of Hormuz situation is permanently altered and warned that new fronts would open if adversaries launch further aggression.
Read MoreAleo integrates with wallet infrastructure firm Dynamic, empowering developers to build payment applications with private transactions and enterprise-grade security. This move addresses sensitive data exposure in stablecoin payments and corporate transfers, highlighting privacy as a fundamental need.
Read MoreAnalysts note Nvidia's earnings are losing decisive influence on AI market sentiment. Investors now focus on CPU supply and memory chips crucial for AI inference, viewing them as new market indicators. Intensifying high-end chip competition drives diversified market focus.
Read MoreKaiko acquires European MiCA-licensed DeFi infrastructure firm Cometh, integrating data, analytics, indices, and on-chain execution capabilities to build a comprehensive, compliant crypto service suite. This strategic move expands its regulated on-chain infrastructure footprint.
Read MoreFiscal data shows China's general public budget revenue grew steadily from January to April. Stamp duty revenue surged 27.8% year-on-year to 206.3 billion yuan, with securities transaction stamp duty jumping 74.8%, indicating increased capital market activity. Both central and local government revenues maintained growth.
Read MoreUK inflation slowed more than expected, prompting traders to scale back bets on Bank of England rate hikes. Gilts rallied and sterling wobbled as markets reassessed the tightening path. Despite the softer data, geopolitical risks and domestic political uncertainty are keeping investors cautious about the outlook.
Read MoreTwo major market-moving events are scheduled for tonight: the release of the Federal Reserve's meeting minutes, followed by NVIDIA's Q1 FY2027 earnings report and conference call. This back-to-back release is expected to trigger significant volatility across global equities, currencies, and the tech sector.
Read MoreAmsterdam-based fintech firm Qivalis has secured backing from a coalition of over 37 major European banks, including BNP Paribas and ING, for its upcoming euro-pegged stablecoin project. This initiative is now the most bank-supported stablecoin plan in Europe. Qivalis has applied for a license from the Dutch central bank, with operational launch targeted for later this year.
Read MoreA new industry report reveals illegal cryptocurrency transactions make up less than 1% of total volume. Despite substantial illicit funds remaining on-chain, advanced monitoring technologies like KYC and transaction tracking keep most activities traceable, with further declines expected as compliance measures strengthen.
Read MoreBithumb exchange has extended the "Trading Caution" status for Kernel DAO (KERNEL) to the third week of June. The platform is conducting an in-depth review of the project team's submitted explanations and future plans before deciding on lifting the restrictions.
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