Blockchain Industry Updates & Privacy News
European parties have initiated contact and coordination with Iran regarding navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian media. Iran maintains management of the waterway and reports securing and selling previously at-risk oil shipments, signaling a shift in diplomatic engagement over the vital maritime route.
Read MoreBlackRock is reportedly in discussions to invest $5-10 billion in SpaceX's upcoming IPO, signaling a major institutional bet on the commercial space sector. The move could dramatically reshape investment flows into space exploration.
Read MoreIntesa Sanpaolo, Italy's largest bank, disclosed a significant increase in its digital asset exposure during Q1, reaching $231 million. This strategic move highlights a major European financial institution's growing involvement in the cryptocurrency sector.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals that prominent figure Huang Licheng recently deposited 250,000 USDC into a decentralized perp protocol to significantly increase his existing Ethereum long position with a high 25x leverage. This large, high-risk move signals strong bullish conviction.
Read MoreArkham Intelligence data indicates unusual outflows from a Bitcoin wallet linked to BlackRock, suggesting potential asset movement. This activity, noted on May 16th, has sparked significant market speculation regarding the institutional giant's crypto strategy.
Read MoreInvestment fund GammaFund has transferred over 11,000 ETH (worth ~$24.46M) to Binance within two days. This move liquidates most of its March-acquired holdings, securing an estimated $2.4 million profit from the strategic sell-off.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a major whale, linked to BIT, is aggressively accumulating ETH long positions amid market weakness. Holding over 114k ETH ($249M) across wallets, this entity currently faces a $10.3M unrealized loss but shows strong conviction based on past profitable trades.
Read MoreThe Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has sold its remaining Microsoft shares, severing a decades-long financial tie. This multi-billion dollar move aligns with Gates's plan to wind down the foundation and devote all assets to philanthropy within 20 years.
Read MoreOn-chain analysis reveals an address linked to investment fund Gamma Fund transferred 11,035 ETH to Binance over two days, worth $24.46 million. The move essentially liquidates a low-cost position from March, securing an estimated $2.4 million profit and highlighting significant institutional movement.
Read MoreFormer President Trump has issued a forceful statement demanding the immediate passage of the 'Save America Act'. He suggests using the legislative processes of a housing bill and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) as leverage to expedite its approval.
Read MoreBlockchain data reveals a prominent investor's Ethereum long position was liquidated again, slashing his account balance to around $85,000. He still holds roughly $2.77 million in ETH, but his total losses have reached a staggering $31.99 million, with a liquidation price near $2,152.96.
Read MoreEvening market recap for May 16 highlights investment shifts towards AI, geopolitical tensions, and major institutional portfolio changes favoring chip stocks. A public chain temporarily halted transfers due to a security concern.
Read MoreThe latest round of U.S.-China economic talks has produced initial agreements on tariffs, new trade councils, agricultural market access, expanded bilateral trade, and aircraft procurement, marking a step forward in bilateral relations.
Read MoreDunamu, operator of Upbit, reported a sharp decline in Q1 2026 results. Consolidated revenue fell 55% to $157 million, while operating profit plummeted 78% to $59 million. The downturn is attributed to global economic slowdown and reduced digital asset trading volume.
Read MoreIran is set to announce a new traffic management system for the Strait of Hormuz. The mechanism will only be available to cooperating commercial vessels and involves service fees. Iran will continue to deny access to participants of the US-led "Freedom Program."
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