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generalMay 22, 2026

Congress Investigates Polymarket and Kalshi for Potential Insider Trading

Congress is probing prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi over concerns government employees might be trading on classified information. Rep. James Comer is demanding internal records from the platforms' CEOs. This investigation highlights growing scrutiny over how prediction markets operate and their potential misuse by insiders with access to sensitive information.

via CoinDesk#insider-trading#congress#prediction-markets

generalMay 22, 2026

Brazil Bans Crypto and Stablecoin Use in Cross-Border Payments

Brazil's central bank has prohibited the use of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins for settling cross-border payments. This move aims to strengthen the Brazilian real and prevent financial instability.

via Hacker News Crypto#brazil#crypto#stablecoin

generalMay 22, 2026

Bitcoin's 2010 Inflation Bug: How a Single Line of Code Almost Caused Chaos

A critical bug in Bitcoin's early code could have allowed unlimited coin creation. Developers fixed it within hours, but the incident highlights the risks of open-source software. The bug was discovered in 2010 and could have led to the creation of an infinite number of bitcoins.

via Hacker News Crypto#bitcoin#bug#inflation

generalMay 21, 2026

Venice.ai's Forward-Looking Revenue Growth Impresses Analysts

Venice.ai's projected revenue growth is drawing attention, with a market cap of $750 million and an annualized subscription addition rate of $130 million. Analysts suggest market cap is a better valuation metric than fully diluted valuation for the company.

via @nikshepsvn on X#venice#revenue#market-cap

bitcoinMay 21, 2026

SpaceX Holds $1.45 Billion in Bitcoin as IPO Looms

Elon Musk's SpaceX owns 18,000 bitcoins, making it one of the largest corporate holders. The company is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO).

via The Block#bitcoin#elon-musk#spacex

generalMay 21, 2026

SolRouter Claims Stronger Privacy Than Venice in AI Inference

SolRouter, a privacy-focused AI inference project, claims its cryptographic privacy is stronger than Venice's. The project uses proof-based privacy rather than trust-based systems. This could impact users looking for secure AI interactions.

via @chjokka on X#ai#privacy#inference

generalMay 21, 2026

SEC Plans to Allow Crypto Versions of Stocks

The SEC is reportedly preparing to let investors trade crypto versions of stocks, potentially as early as this year. This could make stock trading more accessible but also introduces new risks.

via Hacker News Crypto#sec#tokenized#stocks

generalMay 21, 2026

Quantum Defense Plan Aims to Protect Satoshi’s 1.1M Bitcoin

A blockchain startup claims its quantum-resistant technology could safeguard Satoshi’s untouched Bitcoin and other dormant funds. The plan involves a soft fork to freeze and protect vulnerable BTC.

via CoinDesk#bitcoin#quantum#security

generalMay 21, 2026

Proposed Bill Seeks to Create U.S. Bitcoin Reserve

A new bill called the American Reserve Modernization Act would require the U.S. Treasury to hold Bitcoin for at least 20 years. This could significantly shift how the government views and uses digital assets.

via Decrypt#bitcoin#policy#treasury

generalMay 21, 2026

MoonPay Launches Platform for Banks to Access Tokenized Assets and DeFi

MoonPay has introduced MoonPay Trade, a platform designed to help banks and fintechs access stablecoins, tokenized funds, and DeFi yield. This move aims to bridge traditional finance with the growing crypto market, making it easier for institutions to participate.

via CoinDesk#moonpay#tokenized assets#defi

policyMay 21, 2026

Missouri AG Sues CoinFlip Over Crypto ATM Fraud Allegations

Missouri's Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against CoinFlip, alleging its crypto ATMs were used in fraud schemes and charged excessive fees. The lawsuit highlights the risks of unregulated crypto transactions for consumers.

via The Block#crypto-atms#fraud#regulation

generalMay 21, 2026

Map Protocol Token Crashes 96% After $2.5B Exploit

The Map Protocol token (MAPO) lost 96% of its value after an attacker exploited a cross-chain bridge to mint a quadrillion tokens. The exploit resulted in a massive loss of over $2.5 billion in value for MAPO holders.

via CoinTelegraph#map-protocol#exploit#crypto-crash

generalMay 21, 2026

Kraken Parent Company Secures Dubai Crypto License Approval

Payward, the parent company of Kraken, has received preliminary approval from Dubai's VARA, paving the way for regulated crypto services in the UAE. This marks a significant step in Kraken's global expansion strategy.

via The Block#kraken#dubai#crypto-licensing

generalMay 21, 2026

Jane Street Accused of Using Terra Telegram Backchannel Before UST Crash

Jane Street is accused of using a private Telegram channel to exit positions just before the Terra ecosystem's $40 billion collapse. The allegations suggest insider knowledge may have been involved in the 2026 crash.

via CoinTelegraph#jane-street#terra#ust

generalMay 21, 2026

IG Expands Crypto Trading Across Europe via Bitpanda Partnership

IG, a major traditional finance company, is expanding its crypto trading services to more European countries through a partnership with Bitpanda. This follows the introduction of spot crypto trading for UK customers last year.

via CoinDesk#crypto#trading#europe

bitcoinMay 21, 2026

Glassnode Expands to Track Traditional Finance Digital Asset Markets

Glassnode now tracks price and volume data for US Spot ETFs and Digital Asset Treasury Companies, bridging the gap between crypto and traditional finance. This move provides a more comprehensive view of digital asset markets beyond crypto-native venues.

via Glassnode Insights#glassnode#tradfi#digital-assets

generalMay 21, 2026

Federal Reserve Proposes Limited Master Accounts for Crypto Firms

The Federal Reserve has issued a revised proposal for limited master accounts, a move long pursued by crypto firms. These 'skinny accounts' could provide a regulated pathway for digital asset companies to access the U.S. payment system.

via CoinDesk#federal reserve#crypto firms#payment system

generalMay 21, 2026

Ethereum Prepares for Quantum-Resistant Future with New Signature Plan

Ethereum is planning to replace its current BLS signatures with post-quantum secure alternatives to protect against future quantum computing threats. This move aims to future-proof the network against potential vulnerabilities that could arise from advancements in quantum technology.

via Hacker News Crypto#ethereum#quantum#security

generalMay 21, 2026

Congress Eyes Ban on Crypto Prediction Markets Over National Security Concerns

Congress is considering banning crypto prediction markets after investigators found statistically impossible betting patterns. This follows concerns that these platforms could be used for insider trading or manipulating public perception.

via CoinDesk#prediction-markets#congress#ban

generalMay 21, 2026

Bitcoin Traders Bet Big on $82,000 Ahead of $6.25B Options Expiry

Traders are heavily investing in Bitcoin options expecting prices to hit $82,000 by May 29. This comes as $6.25 billion in options contracts are set to expire, creating significant market volatility. Max pain is at $75,000, but call positioning is strong at $80,000.

via CoinDesk#bitcoin#options#trading