Bitwise CIO says Avalanche offers a distinct Layer 1 model, backing the launch of Bitwises new AVAX fund.
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These include a lack of CFTC commissioners, conflicts tied to World Liberty Financial, and concerns around Iran's use of crypto payments.
The prediction platform will use Pyth’s pricing data to settle trades on its new commodities markets, as it expands into assets like oil, gold and crops.
Iran's commutation of death sentences may indicate a strategic de-escalation, but it doesn't suggest an imminent regime change.
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While the market still remembers the sharp drops of the past, Bitcoin held its ground at $75,000 this week. This price remains well below the all-time peak of $126,000, but the mood among traders is changing. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Record Miner Sell-Off Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire-Fueled Rebound Reports show that many investors are watching two different forces at once. They see the potential for new highs while fearing a sudden slide. Despite that tension, the market recently pushed toward $77,000 before some traders decided to sell and take their profits. Since the news of Morgan Stanley’s $138 million move into its Bitcoin-tracking fund, the price has climbed even higher, trading at a little past $80,000 at the time of writing. Heightened Level Of Trust In Bitcoin The bank’s latest move shows a significant level of trust from one of the biggest names in finance. Data shows the fund pulled in more than $100 million in assets during its very first week of operation. It is an affordable way for people to get exposure to the coin without holding it directly. According to reports, this isn’t just a one-time event. It is part of a larger trend where big banks are fixing their old systems to work with new technology. The focus is shifting toward on-chain finance. This means that instead of just betting on price changes, banks are looking at how to use the underlying blockchain as a tool for daily business. Reports indicate that Morgan Stanley is already testing these ideas through a partnership. This setup lets a small group of clients trade crypto directly within a system that stays under tight control. The goal is to move in small steps rather than taking huge risks all at once. Institutional Buying Powers A Market Rebound The return of these large organizations follows a difficult start to 2026. For months, prices had been falling, but that trend seems to be over for now. Reports note that US adoption is climbing at a fast pace. Related Reading: Strategy Raises $1.76B War Chest As Saylor Signals Bigger Bitcoin Buy Even though other coins like Ethereum exist, most big investors still view Bitcoin as their first choice. They tend to stick around for a long time once they commit their capital. They are not looking for quick wins; they are making large financial commitments that could last for years. The current stability is built on this renewed belief from the professional sector. While individual traders might jump in and out of the market, the big players provide a floor for the price. They are treating the technology as a business asset that has a permanent place in their portfolios. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
The ongoing maritime blockade and economic tensions hinder diplomatic progress, increasing the likelihood of prolonged hostilities.
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OpenAI has released a small, free model that strips names, addresses, passwords, and account numbers out of any text, right on your laptop, before you paste it into an AI chatbot.
Adobe's buyback plan may stabilize its stock, but competitive pressures and AI disruption could challenge long-term growth prospects.
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Pyth aggregates price feeds from over 125 institutions, including exchanges and market makers, to provide 24/7 pricing data.
The private equity investment will be used to give retail customers indirect price exposure to OpenAI through venture tokens.
Bitcoin's rally, driven by short liquidations, highlights its sensitivity to geopolitical tensions, potentially influencing future market dynamics.
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After months of negotiations over how a crypto bill should treat stablecoin rewards, a key negotiator says discussions are in a "good spot."
SpaceX’s IPO filing says orbital AI computing remains unproven and commercially uncertain despite Musk’s public push for space as AI’s next frontier.
Chainlink is surging by 1.13% to reach $9.50 with a significant rise in the volume of about 10.5%. The broader crypto market remains uncertain, but Chainlink is quietly approaching a key decision point. After weeks of consolidation, the LINK price is once again testing the $10 resistance zone—a level that has repeatedly capped upside attempts. …
U.S. banking groups argued that a number of federal agencies are moving quickly on stablecoin regulations, making it hard to understand how rules will interact.
Crypto market maker GSR launched a new ETF combining Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana exposure with active management and staking access.
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Ethereum’s record 32.33% staking ratio is shrinking liquid supply, reducing sell pressure and potentially supporting an ETH price recovery over time.
The sustained high margin debt levels could signal potential market instability, prompting close monitoring of recession indicators and Fed actions.
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In this week’s Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, Jennifer Rosenthal writes on the need to protect the people actually building DeFi infrastructure. Then, Alexis Sirkia comments on how Ethereum's L2 strategy is failing due to a fundamental design flaw.
A viral thread alleging that Ripple systematically dumps hundreds of millions of XRP on its own holders every month to fund company operations has reignited one of crypto’s oldest debates. The argument laid out a detailed case against Ripple’s tokenomic structure. The main claim was when XRP launched in 2012, 100 billion tokens were created …
The problem is structural and as long as bridges depend on complex systems with shared infrastructure and hidden trust assumptions, they will remain vulnerable.
Real-world crypto payments are taking another step forward as SUI and USDC go live on RedotPay’s platform. With this integration, users can now go beyond holding digital assets to actually using them in real-world transactions, directly through RedotPay’s app and crypto card system. This integration brings together the speed and scalability of Sui with the stability of USDC, creating a more practical payment experience for everyday spending. How Crypto Cards Bridge Digital Assets And Retail Payments Hong Kong-based RedotPay, a stablecoin-focused payments platform with over 7 million users, is making a major push into real-world crypto adoption by integrating SUI and USDC directly into its app and crypto card platform. Crypto analyst MartyParty has revealed on X that the update allows users to send, receive, and spend Sui-native assets directly through RedotPay. Related Reading: Sui Restores Service After Major 6-Hour Outage Shook Network Furthermore, RedotPay’s infrastructure connects crypto balances to traditional payment rails. This enables users to transact in over 100 countries and more than 130 million merchants worldwide, anywhere its card or payout systems are accepted. Behind the scenes, transactions are converted into traditional payment rails, fiat-like spending with low fees and fast settlement, powered by Sui’s high throughput and sub-second finality. RedotPay is positioning itself among the first major crypto card providers to support native non-bridged USDC on Sui, moving beyond wrapped versions to improve efficiency and security. MartyParty stated that this integration aligns with RedotPay’s broader strategy to expand stablecoin-powered global payments, while already supporting multiple assets and offering features such as P2P marketplaces and international transfers. For SUI, this represents solid real-world adoption, transforming blockchain-native assets into everyday spendable money that can be used at scale without the usual barriers of bridging or fragmentation. Revolutionary Technologies Set To Transform Finance On SUI The next chapter of finance is about to unfold, and it’s happening on SUI. According to the Sui community, two of the biggest unlocks in modern finance are on the horizon and are launching on the SUI network this year, which is a game-changer in how money moves globally. Related Reading: SUI At Decision Point: RSI Trendline Could Trigger A Drop Or Bounce This upgrade is about revolutionary technologies that will transform the way individuals think about money and investments. Sui network is at the forefront of this innovation, poised to make a significant impact on the financial landscape. The crypto community is about to witness a new era in finance, and it’s coming to the Sui network this year. Sui Community has also highlighted that recent insights from the Moon Show suggest SUI may be on the verge of a breakout, with a potential long opportunity on the horizon. Market structure is tightening, and a clean close on the daily time frame could be the catalyst for this move, setting the stage for further growth. If confirmed, this could mark the start of a potential surge in Sui’s value. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
American Bitcoin said that it completed the "energization of ~11,298 Bitcoin miners at its Drumheller site.
The Trump family-linked mining and treasury company announced 11,298 additional bitcoin mining ASICs at its Drumheller site.
Resuming US-Iran talks could stabilize regional tensions, impacting global markets and diplomatic relations amid ongoing geopolitical volatility.
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The heightened military alert in Iran could destabilize regional markets and diminish prospects for diplomatic resolutions, impacting global security.
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Kalshi is reportedly preparing to offer US crypto perpetual futures, while Polymarket announced today that perpetual contracts are coming to its platform and opened early access sign-ups. Hyperliquid's docs support outcome token trading alongside its mainnet-deployed perpetuals via the Hyperliquid Improvement Proposal 4 (HIP-4). Pump.fun has evolved over the past few years into a social […]
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Bitcoin is seeing a short squeeze dynamic and steady U.S. demand to support gains.