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Bitcoin Payments App Strike to Offer BTC Lending in Boost to Reemergent Sector

"You shouldnโ€™t have to sell the best-performing asset in human history to access cash. Now you don't have to," founder Jack Mallers wrote.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Why One of Uniswap DAOโ€™s Most Outspoken Members Just Walked Away in Frustration

The situation highlights the struggle of balancing DeFi protocol interests.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

The Market Reaction to Trump's Tariffs Signals a Broader Acceptance of Bitcoin's โ€˜Digital Goldโ€™ Narrative

The response of bitcoin prices to the destabilizing announcement of U.S. tariffs in April suggests the digital asset may be achieving one of its fundamental promises, says Hashdexโ€™s Gerry Oโ€™Shea.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Ether ETFs and Institutional Staking: Whatโ€™s at Stake?

The rise of staking represents a critical point in Ethereumโ€™s development, says SenseiNodeโ€™s Pablo Larguรญa.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Adidas Reveals In-Game Apparel Drop for 'Xociety' Shooter on Sui

Apparel giant Adidas is still making moves in Web3, teaming up with Sui game Xociety following previous Bored Ape and Doodles collabs.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

SocialFi has failed to take off โ€” Here's what needs to change

Opinion by: Anurag Arjun, co-founder of AvailOn paper, SocialFi is a no-brainer. It promises to shift the balance of power in social media โ€” giving people control over how their content and personal data are used and monetized. It even offers users a stake in the $200+ billion social media advertising market, a pie currently devoured almost entirely by giants like Meta.And yet, SocialFi platforms today feel more like...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Safeheron introduces open-source Intel SGX TEE framework for Web3 security

Safeheron, a digital asset infrastructure provider based in Singapore, has introduced an open-source Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) framework. This solution could bolster security and privacy for Web3 in sectors like decentralized finance (DeFi), payment services, and decentralized autonomous organizations.The TEE framework is the first built upon the native Intel SGX SDK and developed using modern C++, a...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Can XRP price reach $4 in May? Analysts are watching these key levels

Key takeaways:XRP price is up 2% on May 7, buoyed by US-China trade talk optimism, with key support at $2.08 critical for sustained recovery.Whale accumulation signals XRP price strength.XRP price must hold above $1.83โ€“$2.00 support to continue upside, analysts say.XRP (XRP) price displayed strength on May 7, rising 2% over the last 24 hours after news of possible US-China trade talks flipped investor sentiment.XRP...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Ethereum Price Holds Steady Following Pectra Upgrade

ETH is currently stuck 40% lower than it was this time last year after devs finalized the Pectra upgrade.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Revolut to Roll Out Bitcoin Lightning Payments for Europe Users Through Lightspark

The integration will offer users cheaper, faster transactions using Lightspark's payment infrastructure built on top of the Bitcoin-based Lightning Network.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

The Growing Institutional Adoption of Crypto: An Interview with Nick Hammer, CEO, BlockFills

Institutions are starting to embrace crypto as a legitimate investment, helping drive mainstream acceptance and foster needed regulatory clarity.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Visa invests in stablecoin payment platform BVNK amid pro-crypto push

Payments behemoth Visa has invested in BVNK, a London-based startup focused on stablecoin payment infrastructure, signaling continued interest in digital asset innovation.According to a May 7 BVNK announcement, the startup โ€œsecured a strategic investment from Visa through their Visa Ventures arm.โ€ Furthermore, while the company does not explain fully what it entails, it refers to the investment as โ€œmore than capitalโ€...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Litecoin (LTC) Gains 7.7%, Leading Index Higher

Sui (SUI) joined Litecoin (LTC) as a top performer, gaining 3.9%.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Crypto Exchange Gemini Hires Brad Vopni to Lead Institutional Push

Vopni will be responsible for overseeing and executing the firm's institutional strategy.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Blockchain โ€˜Baddiesโ€™ on how to bring more women into crypto

In an industry filled with complexity, jargon and mistrust, women in Web3 say that the way to attract more women into the crypto space starts with clarity, education and community.At the Blockchain Baddies side event during Token2049 in Dubai, women shared personal experiences of entering the Web3 world and why they believe more female participation is essential for the future of crypto.In interviews with...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Trump-backed USD1 is now the seventh-largest stablecoin worldwide

USD1, the US dollar stablecoin launched by the President Donald Trump-backed World Liberty Financial (WLFI), has become the seventh-largest stablecoin worldwide in just two months since its launch.WLFIโ€™s snapshot vote for a USD1 airdrop proposal is underway, and USD1โ€™s market capitalization has continued to climb.Launched in early March with a $3.5 million supply, USD1 has expanded into a market cap of $2.2 billion at...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Bhutan Partners with Binance Pay for Its Tourism Ecosystem

The small Himalayan country has adopted strongly pro-crypto policies in recent years, stockpiling Bitcoin for a national reserve.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Bitcoin Accumulation Strengthens as BTC Approaches Key Resistance

On-chain data reveals rising confidence among both long- and short-term holders, with $99.9K flagged as a potential profit-taking zone.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Visa Doubles Down on Stablecoins With Investment in Blockchain Payments Firm BVNK

The deal follows BVNK's $50 million fundraising round that included Haun Ventures, Coinbase Ventures and Tiger Global.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Massive Bitcoin Bull Run Ahead? Two Chart Patterns Mirror BTC's Rally to $109K

Key bearish indicators recently trapped bears on the wrong side of the market in a pattern observed in August-September 2024.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

UNDER EXPOSED EP 24 - The Retail Rally, Trumpโ€™s Policy Impact & Crypto AI 2

UNDER EXPOSED brings you coverage of the biggest macro news of the week impacting crypto and broader markets, with a focus on the newest trends, trades and narratives. Join hosts TylerD, Deeze, Geebz and Peter Jennings as they have longer conversations on the hottest sectors in crypto and NFTs, what is moving markets and what theyโ€™re buying and selling. Streaming live every Tuesday from 12:00 PM EST to 1:00 PM EST on...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

MOG Coin Rallies as Elon Musk, Garry Tan Embrace โ€˜Mog/Accโ€™ Identity

The โ€œmog/accโ€ is quickly gaining ground among everyone from Elon Musk to Garry Tan, a move that bumps the projectโ€™s visibility - and eventually prices.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Crypto legislation worries, gold starts rallying again, CFTC to trial tokenisation

Crypto legislation worries, Gold starts rallying again, CFTC to trial tokenisation - FOMO HOUR EP351 BTC: 93.7k (-1%), ETH: 1765 (-3%), SOL: 142 (-3%). Top Gainers: XDC, XMR, DEXE, TAO, NEXO. BTC ETFs: +$426mn, ETH ETFs: $0mn. Crypto dips on worries about US legislation passing. Floridaโ€™s BTC reserve bills postponed. Semler Scientific buys $16m BTC. Riot Platforms sold $39m BTC in April. BTC coinbase premium dropping...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Ethereum Rolls Out Pectra, Its โ€˜Most Ambitious Upgrade Yetโ€™

The Pectra upgrade enables new wallet smart contract features, enhanced validator economics, and improved scalability on Ethereum.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Ethereum Activates โ€˜Pectraโ€™ Upgrade, Raising Max Stake to 2,048 ETH

The update aims to streamline staking, enhance wallet functionality, and improve overall efficiency.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Bitcoin miner Hive taps Paraguay for low-cost energy partnership

Several crypto-focused organizations โ€” including Bitcoin (BTC) mining companies โ€” are eyeing a US return, primarily driven by uncertain geopolitical tensions. Still, BTC miner Hive Digital Technologies is doubling down on the untapped potential of the Latin American (LATAM) market.In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, Hive Digital Technologiesโ€™ president and CEO, Aydin Kilic, said that Paraguay presents a...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Inter Milan fan token soars after Champions League win over Barcelona FC

Key takeaways:Inter Milan Fan Token jumped 10.5% after beating Barcelona, showing a direct price correlation with match outcomes.PSG and AFC fan tokens signal breakout patterns ahead of the Champions League semifinal.Crypto betting odds favor PSG over Inter Milan, influencing fan token trading volumes and short-term price setups.The Inter Milan Fan Token ($INTER) rallied sharply after Inter Milanโ€™s 4-3 victory over...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

BlackRockโ€™s Spot Bitcoin ETF Tops Worldโ€™s Largest Gold Fund in Inflows This Year

IBIT's outperformance indicates institutions' confidence in bitcoin's long-term prospects despite the cryptocurrency's relatively dour price performance.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

Ethereumโ€™s โ€˜Pectraโ€™ network upgrade goes live: What to expect

Ethereum โ€” the network that unleashed smart contracts on the world โ€” moves on to the next chapter with todayโ€™s Pectra upgrade, but what does it mean?Pectra went live on the Ethereum mainnet at the start of epoch 364032, May 7, 2025, at about 10:00 amUTC. The three main Ethereum improvement proposals (EIPs) included are EIP-7702, EIP-7251 and EIP-7691.Source: Ethereum.orgEIP-7702 allows externally owned accounts to act...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Metaplanet Lifts Bitcoin Stash by 555 BTC, Plans to Sell Debt to Buy More

The Tokyo-based company earmarked the entire offering for EVO FUND only days after previously selling $25 million in bonds to the same buyer.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: CoinDesk favicon CoinDesk

What is Tornado Cash, and why did it get into trouble?

What is Tornado Cash? Tornado Cash is a decentralized, non-custodial crypto mixer designed to enhance transaction privacy on public blockchains. It uses smart contracts and zero-knowledge (ZK) proofs to conceal the onchain link between the sender and receiver of a transaction.Launched by Roman Storm and Roman Semenov on Ethereum in 2019, Tornado Cash allows users to send and receive cryptocurrency anonymously, without...

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Cointelegraph favicon Cointelegraph

Movement Labs Terminates Co-Founder Rushi Manche Following Chaotic Week

Movement Labs has fired co-founder Rushi Manche and rebranded as Move Industries following a token dumping scandal and market maker backlash.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Metaplanet Buys More Bitcoin Amid Easing US-China Trade Tensions

Metaplanetโ€™s latest Bitcoin buy comes as Beijing and Washington signal a tentative return to trade talks following a rocky period for crypto.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Bitcoin, Gold Rise as Investors Await Fed Decision Amid Global Tensions

Gold advanced and Bitcoin held firm Tuesday as investors braced for the Fedโ€™s policy decision and weighed geopolitical and trade tensions.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt

Benchmark Is Bullish on Bitcoin Miner Maker Canaan With 5X Price Target

Investment bank Benchmark slapped Bitcoin miner manufacturer Canaan with a "buy" rating in a Tuesday note, projecting a sizable price spike.

Published on: May 07, 2025 | Source: Decrypt favicon Decrypt