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Ahead of a key vote, US Senate Banking Committee members filed over 100 amendments to a major crypto market structure bill. Proposals target stablecoin yields, politician holdings, developer safeguards, and law enforcement restructuring, signaling a potential regulatory shift.
Read MoreStarknet has launched strkBTC, a novel solution addressing Bitcoin's privacy limitations. By integrating Bitcoin's sovereignty with Layer-2 privacy features, it enables secure and confidential transactions, representing a significant advancement for Bitcoin's ecosystem.
Read MoreSenior US and Chinese officials have jointly opposed any nation imposing tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a vital energy corridor. This emerging consensus highlights shared interests in safeguarding global trade stability and marks a significant diplomatic alignment between the two powers on a critical regional issue.
Read MoreA former OpenAI researcher warns the AI industry is building systems it doesn't fully understand or control. The core "alignment" problem—ensuring superhuman AI follows human values—remains unsolved. He calls this an "open secret" and cautions that superintelligence could end human dominance.
Read MoreA leading Japanese Web3 infrastructure firm has announced plans to launch the world's first bank-backed Japanese Yen stablecoin within months. The initiative aims to leverage the Yen's low-cost financing advantages for on-chain investment in high-growth assets like US stocks. This follows a recent major funding round led by industry giants.
Read MoreBrazil's Central Bank has imposed a $3.15 million fine on Banco Topázio and banned it from offering OTC foreign exchange services for crypto asset transactions for two years. The penalty stems from deficiencies in customer due diligence, AML controls, and failure to report suspicious activities. Regulators indicate this could set a precedent for other institutions in the crypto space.
Read MoreWells Fargo's Q1 SEC filings reveal strategic adjustments to its crypto-related portfolio. The bank increased holdings in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs while significantly rebalancing associated equity positions, signaling a measured approach to digital asset exposure amid market volatility.
Read MoreAt a recent AI developer conference, Baidu founder Robin Li proposed "Daily Active Agents" (DAA) as the key metric for the AI era, moving beyond the mobile internet's DAU. He argues DAA better captures value creation by focusing on productive AI agents delivering results, shifting focus from input costs to meaningful output.
Read MoreA new OECD report forecasts the Bank of Japan's benchmark interest rate could reach 2% by end-2027. It recommends gradual hikes to prevent overheating, noting current rates are near the lower bound of the neutral range, assuming inflation stays around 2%. Japan's estimated nominal neutral rate is 1.1%-2.5%, with high uncertainty.
Read MoreOn May 13th, the Pendle Finance core team moved 600,000 PENDLE tokens, valued at approximately $1.27 million, to Binance. This significant transfer has ignited discussions within the community regarding the team's financial strategy and potential market implications.
Read MoreCharles Schwab has reportedly begun rolling out cryptocurrency investing capabilities to its retail clients. Investors can now directly buy Bitcoin and Ethereum alongside traditional assets through their existing accounts, signaling a significant step in mainstream financial adoption of digital currencies.
Read MoreAt Baidu's Create 2026 conference, founder Robin Li outlined three dimensions of "self-evolution": AI agents evolving from passive tools to active learners; humans becoming "super individuals" who master AI; and organizations transforming into human-AI hybrid "super teams." This signals a systemic shift in how technology integrates into society.
Read MoreNew US Senate amendments aim to ban cryptocurrencies as legal tender for payments like taxes and potentially block crypto firms from accessing Federal Reserve master accounts, signaling stricter oversight.
Read MoreJapan's government bond market witnessed a sharp sell-off, with yields on 5-year and 20-year bonds hitting record highs. The 10-year yield also reached its highest level in decades, signaling a major repricing of inflation and monetary policy expectations.
Read MoreEthereum's recent price drop has nearly erased a $10 million unrealized profit from a major long position on a decentralized exchange. The trader added 9,000 ETH near breakeven, bringing the total position to 108,000 ETH worth $245 million.
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