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U.S. stock index futures faced broad pressure on May 15th, with tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 futures leading the decline, dropping nearly 2%. Dow Jones and S&P 500 futures also fell, signaling rising investor caution amid macroeconomic and policy uncertainty.
Read MoreBeijing has launched 'Lingji OS', the nation's first open-source common infrastructure for AI agents. Guided by the municipal government and developed with industry partners, it aims to redefine agent software paradigms and provide a secure, scalable foundation for mass AI agent deployment, representing a significant stride in China's autonomous AI infrastructure.
Read MoreSenator Lummis alleges major banks are obstructing clear crypto regulations due to an inability to compete. She asserts Bitcoin's rise is unstoppable and will shape the future financial system.
Read MoreA leading tech firm has announced a significant financial move: a $13.8 billion cash buyback of certain zero-coupon convertible notes due in 2029. This proactive debt management aims to strengthen the balance sheet, reduce future dilution risk, and signal strong internal cash flow confidence. Funding will come from cash reserves, market offerings, and digital asset sales.
Read MoreThe Hong Kong SAR government has maintained its 2026 full-year GDP growth forecast at 2.5%-3.5%, citing a stronger-than-expected Q1 performance balanced against potential external headwinds, as outlined in its latest quarterly economic report released on May 15.
Read MoreAI startup Nof1 raised $15 million in funding led by Nasdaq-listed SUI Group and London hedge fund Karatage. Investors believe autonomous AI agents represent the future core infrastructure of finance, with early movers in training environments poised to dominate. This follows their prior investment in a $4B+ self-evolving AI firm.
Read Morea16z's general counsel argues the CLARITY Act's true significance lies in creating a standalone legal framework for decentralized blockchain networks, moving beyond mere compliance to enable value distribution to edge participants, free from centralized control models.
Read MorePresident Trump stated willingness to accept a 20-year suspension of Iran's nuclear program, contingent on Iran providing a 'real' and verifiable commitment. This follows Iran's foreign minister reaffirming no pursuit of nuclear weapons and proposing joint management of the Strait of Hormuz with Oman.
Read MoreMyanmar's military government has drafted a new law imposing severe penalties for online fraud, including potential death sentences for forced scam labor and life imprisonment for running crypto scam operations. A special committee for international cooperation will be established, with parliament reviewing the bill in June.
Read MoreMajor US stock index futures traded lower pre-market, with tech stocks leading the decline. The Nasdaq fell sharply. Among the seven tech giants, only Microsoft saw modest gains, while Apple, Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Tesla, and Meta all dropped, reflecting cautious market sentiment.
Read MoreIran's Foreign Minister stated the country does not pursue nuclear weapons and proposed joint management of the strategic Strait of Hormuz with Oman, aiming to ease regional tensions.
Read MoreCross-chain interoperability protocol Hyperbridge has launched a bug bounty program on the HackenProof platform, inviting security researchers to audit its code. Rewards range up to $50,000 for critical vulnerabilities, covering logic flaws, access control, and reentrancy attacks. All testing must be conducted in a forked local environment, marking a key security enhancement following a recent incident.
Read MorePoland's parliament passed a key cryptocurrency regulation bill to implement the EU's MiCA rules by July. The move follows a major fraud investigation into a domestic exchange involving millions in losses, highlighting the push for stricter oversight.
Read MoreARK Invest's latest 13F filing reveals significant portfolio adjustments for Q1 2026. The fund increased stakes in fintech firms like Circle and Robinhood while reducing its Coinbase position, signaling a strategic shift towards payment infrastructure and retail trading platforms.
Read MoreSecurity monitors report a significant exploit on cross-chain protocol THORChain on May 15th, with initial losses estimated over $10 million across Bitcoin, Ethereum, and BNB Chain. Stolen funds remain largely unmoved, with further activity under close watch.
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