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Today so far 2026-10-17 · 18:00 UTC

Turkey's Justice Minister has confirmed the arrest of Richard Heart in Istanbul, marking a significant legal development in the crypto space. Meanwhile, the market is experiencing volatility with Bitcoin and Ether ETFs losing $152M as BlackRock drives a Friday selloff, though some analysts suggest a potential rebound setup could be forming. The crypto industry is also responding to emerging threats with crypto firms launching a Quantum Alliance as 6 million Bitcoin sit exposed to quantum computing risks, while various blockchain projects like Cardano prepare major upgrades to boost their performance.

Stablecoin proposal still ‘falls short’ of protecting bank deposits: US banks

US Senator Thom Tillis said the current text of the CLARITY Act offers a compromise for the crypto industry and banks and provides a bipartisan path for the bill’s passage.

2026-05-05 · 07:07 UTC
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MoonPay buys DFlow to expand into Solana trading infrastructure

2026-05-05 · 07:00

The deal adds a Solana-based trading infrastructure platform that has processed more than $50 billion in volume and…

Kraken partners with MoneyGram for global crypto cash-outs

2026-05-05 · 07:00

The partnership enabling conversion of digital assets into cash through MoneyGram’s global network follows a similar…

Cardano Price Stalls Below $0.30 as Market Activity Weakens

2026-05-05 · 06:50

Key Insights Cardano trades in a tight range between $0.23 support and $0.27 resistance, reflecting reduced…

Western Union Launches USDPT Stablecoin on Solana for Global Payments

2026-05-05 · 06:41

Western Union has launched USDPT, a US dollar-backed stablecoin built on the Solana blockchain.

From Rebels to Banks: Why the Crypto Industry Is Finally Embracing Legacy Finance

2026-05-05 · 06:30

Spencer Bogart, general partner at Blockchain Capital, noted that while years ago fintech companies aimed to be…

AMPLIFY 2026 Hong Kong Summit Successfully Concludes: Quantifying Web 4.0 Growth, AI Trading Demo Day Ignites Innovation Engine

2026-05-05 · 06:15

The “AMPLIFY 2026” theme summit series, hosted by ChainTimes and GAEA VENTURES, and co-hosted by AetheriumX, Origins…

Haun Ventures raises $1B, adding AI to crypto focus

2026-05-05 · 06:12

Haun Ventures founder Katie Haun said AI will “increasingly begin to conduct economic activity on our behalf," and…

Polygon rolls out private stablecoin payments targeting institutions

2026-05-05 · 06:08

The new wallet feature hides senders, receivers and amounts onchain while maintaining compliance through know your…

R0AR Signals Strong Momentum Leading Into Consensus 2026 and Upcoming Season Launch

2026-05-05 · 05:52

R0AR, an emerging innovator at the intersection of Web3 and AI, continues to build momentum following its advancement to…

BlackRock’s IBIT saves the day: Bitcoin ETFs rise despite a tough start to the week

2026-05-05 · 05:36

Bitcoin ETFs limp on Monday, breathe on Friday, then thank BlackRock.

Aave Files Motion to Lift Restraining Order on $71M Frozen ETH

2026-05-05 · 05:32

Aave LLC filed an emergency court motion Monday asking a New York federal judge to immediately lift a restraining notice…

UAE’s Innovation City Launches Blockchain-Based IDs, Pushing Firms to Instant Checks

2026-05-05 · 05:30

Innovation City, an AI-powered free zone in Ras Al Khaimah, has launched a blockchain-based digital business identity…

KuCoin Launches PROOF: Tomorrowland Edition, Connecting Fair Trading Competitions with Real-World Experiences at Tomorrowland Belgium 2026

2026-05-05 · 04:55

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, May 5, 2026  — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today…

Prediction Market Traders Push April 2026 Volume to $8.6B, Kalshi Takes the Lead

2026-05-05 · 04:30

The prediction market sector posted $8.6 billion in taker volume during April 2026, with Kalshi overtaking Polymarket to…

Aave files emergency motion to lift restraining notice on frozen ETH

2026-05-05 · 03:51

Aave argued that a thief doesn’t gain lawful ownership of property by stealing it and that Gerstein Harrow’s legal…

Haun Ventures Unveils $1 Billion Fund to Build the Next Financial System

2026-05-05 · 03:30

The new fund will focus on supporting initiatives targeting innovation in three key areas: services for the new…

Securitize Gets FINRA Approval to Broaden Tokenized Securities Operations

2026-05-05 · 02:30

Securitize Markets received expanded FINRA approval to custody, settle, underwrite, and distribute tokenized securities.

Western Union begins USDPT stablecoin rollout on Solana

2026-05-05 · 02:04

Western Union is one of several remittance firms that announced stablecoin plans after the US passed the…

Yen Carry Trade on Steroids? Strategist Flags Bitcoin-Linked STRC Yields

2026-05-05 · 01:30

Wall Street may be underestimating a bitcoin-linked carry trade resembling the yen carry trade as capital shifts from…

La SEC bloque 24 ETF liés aux marchés de prédiction à la veille de leur lancement

2026-05-05 · 01:29

La SEC a stoppé net le lancement de 24 ETF liés aux marchés de prédiction.

Ripple Shares DPRK Threat Data on Fraud Domains, Wallets, Campaigns

2026-05-05 · 00:30

Ripple will share DPRK-linked threat intelligence with Crypto ISAC to help crypto firms screen applicants, contractors,…

Uphold Rejects New York Claims After $5M Customer Repayment Deal

2026-05-04 · 23:30

Uphold rejected New York’s CredEarn settlement claims, saying the regulator misrepresented its role in Cred LLC’s…

Bitcoin turns risk on as stocks hit new highs and miner profits rise: Is $85K BTC next?

2026-05-04 · 23:24

Bitcoin’s recent rally to $80,000 amid improving BTC miner and options markets metrics could create a clear path to…

Stefan Muehlbauer Warns DOJ Indictments End ‘Safe Zone’ as US Army Sergeant Case Expands Risk

2026-05-04 · 22:50

According to Certik’s Stefan Muehlbauer, the recent indictment of an Army sergeant for using nonpublic information to…

World Liberty sues Justin Sun for defamation in WLFI dispute

2026-05-04 · 22:34

World Liberty Financial claimed Sun engaged in defamatory tactics and prohibited token transfers, including shorting the…

Aave Fights to Unfreeze $71 Million as Kelp DAO Hack Spills Into Court

2026-05-04 · 21:56

A federal case over frozen crypto could determine whether DeFi recovery funds can be seized to satisfy unrelated…

DTCC eyes October tokenized securities launch with 50 DeFi and TradFi giants

2026-05-04 · 21:55

With $114 trillion in custodied liquid assets, Depository Trust Clearing Corporation looks to position tokenization as…

Influencer Ashcrypto Under Fire for Alleged ROYA Pump-and-Dump Scheme

2026-05-04 · 21:35

Onchain investigator ZachXBT has shared evidence that crypto influencer Ashcrypto, known as AshWSB on his Whastapp…

K-Pop Firm's Stock Plunges as It Dumps Bitcoin Treasury Plan for AI Pivot

2026-05-04 · 21:15

K Wave Media is shifting $485 million in funding from its Bitcoin treasury strategy towards an AI infrastructure play.

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