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Rep. Matt Van Epps introduced the American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026 to make the national Bitcoin reserve permanent. This move reflects Nashville's growing status as a major Bitcoin hub, highlighting the city's influence in the crypto space.
House Oversight Chairman James Comer is investigating potential insider trading on prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket. He has given both platforms until June 5 to provide documents.
Stablecoins pegged to the euro and USD have lost their value after a $2.8 million exploit on the StablR platform. The suspected cause is a compromised private key in a multisig account, according to Blockaid.
The Ethereum Foundation is accepting applications for its seventh cohort of the Ethereum Protocol Fellowship (EPF7) until May 13. An introductory town hall is scheduled for May 6 at 1500 UTC to discuss program details.
The Ethereum Foundation has shared its 2026 protocol priorities, focusing on scaling Layer 1, improving blob storage, and enhancing user experience. The update comes a year after the initial strategic initiatives were introduced in June 2025.
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) will reduce its operations and sell less ETH, focusing on core research. Vitalik Buterin emphasized a shift to 'longevity over breadth,' prioritizing Ethereum's CROPS properties.
The Ethereum Foundation allocated $30 million in Q1 2026 to strengthen the network's foundations, focusing on cryptography, zero-knowledge proofs, security, and protocol research. This investment supports critical infrastructure and tools across the Ethereum ecosystem.
The Ethereum Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to decentralized finance (DeFi), calling it a fundamental evolution of finance. They believe financial autonomy should be a right, not a privilege, and DeFi is key to Ethereum's growth and adoption.
Crypto, banking, and policy experts are calling for updates to the 1970 Bank Secrecy Act to better fit modern financial systems. The debate centers on how much to scale back the law as President Trump expands its reach.
A New York Times investigation revealed that senior CFTC officials who questioned Polymarket, Crypto.com, and Gemini were suspended and pushed out. This raises concerns about regulatory oversight and potential industry influence.
A new report from Ledn predicts the bitcoin-backed lending market could grow to $1 trillion within a decade. This growth is driven by strong borrower demand and increasing adoption of crypto-collateralized loans.
Artificial intelligence is speeding up the timeline for quantum computing to break current cryptographic protections. Security experts are calling for a rethink of digital security to prepare for this looming threat. The urgency is growing as AI advances could shorten the timeframe for quantum attacks.
Trump Media is selling 2,650 Bitcoin (worth ~$205 million) after reporting $455 million in losses. This move highlights the financial struggles of the company and the volatility of Bitcoin investments.
Trump Media & Technology Group has moved over $200 million in Bitcoin, though it's unclear if they're selling. Arkham Intelligence reports the company has significant losses on its holdings. The move raises questions about the company's financial strategy and the future of its crypto investments.
The SEC has approved Nasdaq to list Bitcoin index options, but trading won't start until the CFTC also gives its approval. These cash-settled contracts will trade under the ticker QBTC on the Phlx exchange.
NEAR Protocol's price has jumped 50% in a week, fueled by AI token momentum and network upgrades. Investors are eyeing a potential $5 price target as bullish sentiment grows.
Billionaire Mark Cuban sold most of his Bitcoin, arguing it failed as a hedge against fiat weakness. His move highlights ongoing debate about Bitcoin's role as a safe-haven asset.
Ethereum's dominance in DeFi, stablecoins, and staking continues to strengthen its long-term appeal, even as its price has dropped 28% this year. Analysts point to its foundational role in the crypto ecosystem as a key reason to hold ETH.
The European Central Bank (ECB) warned that euro stablecoins could weaken bank lending and complicate monetary policy. This comes as EU finance ministers consider expanding stablecoin issuance.
The Clarity Act's restrictions on yield-bearing crypto products could push the industry toward AI-driven, compliant yield infrastructure. This shift may create new opportunities for 'yield-as-a-service' models, moving away from passive 'hold-to-earn' strategies.