Foundry, AntPool, F2Pool, SpiderPool, and MARA Pool are among seven pools joining the Stratum V2 working group, putting nearly three-quarters of global bitcoin hashrate behind a protocol that returns block construction decisions to individual miners.
Adeniyi Abiodun, co-founder of Mysten Labs, announced at an event in Miami plans for zero-fee stablecoin transfers on Sui and reiterated the ambition to add private transactions.
Trump's visit to China could significantly impact global trade dynamics and crypto markets, potentially altering investment strategies.
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Privacy-conscious internet users are being “demoted” from second to third-class netizens, said Bitcoiner Jameson Lopp.
Solana started a fresh increase above the $90 zone. SOL price is now consolidating and might aim for more gains above the $96 zone. SOL price started a fresh upward move above the $90 and $92 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $92 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $92.20 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could extend gains if it clears the $96.50 resistance zone. Solana Price Starts Fresh Surge Solana price started a decent increase after it settled above the $88 zone, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum. SOL climbed above the $92 level to enter a short-term positive zone. The price even smashed the $95 resistance. A high was formed at $96.85, and the price is now consolidating gains. There was a minor decline toward the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent upward move from the $87.61 swing low to the $96.85 high. Solana is now trading above $92 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. Besides, there is a bullish trend line forming with support at $92.20 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near $96.20. The next major resistance is near the $96.50 level. The main resistance could be $98. A successful close above the $98 resistance zone could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is $102. Any more gains might send the price toward the $105 level. Downside Correction In SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $96.50 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $94.00 zone. The first major support is near the $92.20 level, the trend line, and the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent upward move from the $87.61 swing low to the $96.85 high. A break below the $92.20 level might send the price toward the $90 support zone. If there is a close below the $90 support, the price could decline toward the $88 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $94.00 and $92.20 Major Resistance Levels – $96.50 and $98.00.
Labour Party unrest and potential leadership change could destabilize UK political landscape, impacting policy direction and market confidence.
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Rising factory inflation in China, driven by energy shocks, complicates monetary policy and poses risks to global crypto mining profitability.
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America's democratic decline is fueled by elected leaders eroding systems, not through overt violence.
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Blackstone's executive investment signals confidence but highlights liquidity risks in private credit, potentially impacting broader asset markets.
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Rising factory inflation in China, driven by energy shocks, complicates monetary policy and poses risks to global crypto mining profitability.
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Prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger global economic instability due to soaring oil prices and disrupted supply chains.
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Sharp move through resistance came with one of the biggest volume spikes in weeks, though profit-taking quickly emerged near session highs.
Deprecating low-activity chains could streamline liquidity management, but voter apathy may inadvertently shape the network's future landscape.
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The crypto market has turned mildly bullish after recovering from recent lows, with the global market cap and trading volume witnessing a brief rise. The Bitcoin price reclaimed higher levels over the weekend, while the Ethereum price continues to trade strongly near $2,350 despite facing a crucial resistance zone. Among the top altcoin gainers, the …
Prolonged high rates may strain economic growth and investment, as geopolitical tensions and economic shocks deter earlier monetary easing.
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XRP price started a downside correction from the $1.50 zone. The price is now consolidating and might aim for another increase if it stays above the $1.440 zone. XRP price started a downside correction after it failed to clear the $1.5050 zone. The price is now trading above $1.440 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $1.4420 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it settles above $1.4620. XRP Price Trims Some Gains XRP price started a decent upward move above $1.4250 and $1.450, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price gained pace for a clear move above the $1.450 resistance. A high was formed at $1.5074, and the price started a downside correction. There was a move below $1.480 and $1.4620. The price dipped below the 38.2% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.3786 swing low to the $1.5074 high. The price is now trading above $1.440 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a bullish trend line forming with support at $1.4420 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $1.4580 level. The first major resistance is near the $1.4620 level, above which the price could rise and test $1.4770. A clear move above the $1.4770 resistance might send the price toward the $1.5050 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $1.520 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $1.550. Another Drop? If XRP fails to clear the $1.4620 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1.4420 level. The next major support is near the $1.4280 level and the trend line or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.3786 swing low to the $1.5074 high. If there is a downside break and a close below the $1.4280 level, the price might continue to decline toward $1.4120. The next major support sits near the $1.40 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $1.3850. Any more losses might call for a test of $1.3650. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $1.4420 and $1.4280. Major Resistance Levels – $1.4620 and $1.4770.
The trading profits highlight the potential for increased regulatory scrutiny and windfall taxes, impacting future investment strategies.
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The release of Epstein's alleged note may fuel skepticism about his death, impacting public trust in official narratives and investigations.
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Grok's 'Skills' feature could revolutionize personalized AI interactions, enhancing automation and efficiency in information processing.
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Stock markets in Japan and South Korea opened at new all-time highs on May 11, 2026, extending a strong rally driven by easing geopolitical tensions and surging demand for AI-related technology. The Nikkei 225 gained around 1% at the open, while South Korea’s KOSPI jumped nearly 4%, marking one of the strongest starts across Asian …
A long-dormant whale woke up Sunday, moving millions worth of bitcoin on-chain.
The pause in large-scale strikes may ease immediate energy market tensions, but ongoing ground conflict and diplomatic challenges persist.
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The S&P 500's heavy reliance on AI stocks raises concerns about market concentration and vulnerability to shifts in AI sector performance.
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SoftBank's battery venture could reshape AI infrastructure by addressing energy constraints, enhancing scalability, and reducing reliance on traditional power grids.
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10x Research CEO Markus Thielen said Bitcoin’s strength above $80,000 could be supported by two favorable decisions in the US Senate this week.
Bitcoin's surge highlights its evolving role as a macroeconomic asset, potentially attracting more institutional interest amid favorable conditions.
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The KOSPI's potential surge highlights South Korea's pivotal role in the AI-driven memory chip market, but geopolitical risks loom large.
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Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $2,320 zone. ETH is now consolidating and might struggle to continue higher above the $2,385 resistance. Ethereum started a decent upward move from the $2,265 zone. The price is trading above $2,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $2,320 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,300 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Hurdles Ethereum price remained bid above the $2,265 support zone, like Bitcoin. ETH price formed a base and started a recovery wave above the $2,300 resistance. The price surpassed the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,423 swing high to the $2,265 low. The bulls even pushed the price toward $2,380. Besides, there is a bullish trend line forming with support at $2,320 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading above $2,320 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,320, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,385 level or the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,423 swing high to the $2,265 low. The first key resistance is near the $2,400 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,420 level. A clear move above the $2,420 resistance might send the price toward the $2,480 resistance. An upside break above the $2,480 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,550 resistance zone or even $2,565 in the near term. Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,385 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,320 level. The first major support sits near the $2,300 zone. A clear move below the $2,300 support might push the price toward the $2,265 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,220 region. The main support could be $2,200. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,300 Major Resistance Level – $2,385
Heightened US-Iran tensions could destabilize the Middle East, impacting global oil prices and increasing geopolitical risks.
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Block's initiatives could redefine Bitcoin's role in everyday transactions, potentially accelerating mainstream adoption but facing regulatory hurdles.
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