Market
MARA Holdings, one of the largest Bitcoin mining companies in North America, announced its intention to acquire Long Ridge Energy in a $1.5 billion deal aimed at expanding into AI data center operations. The acquisition represents a significant strategic shift for the crypto mining giant as it diversifies beyond
Regulation
New data reveals potential widespread insider trading issues on decentralized prediction market Polymarket, extending beyond the previously reported Green Beret case. According to a CoinDesk analysis, multiple military-related markets on the platform show suspicious trading patterns that suggest participants may have accessed non-public information before placing bets. The investigation identified
Regulation
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US has seized nearly $500 million in Iranian crypto assets, surpassing the previously reported $344 million freeze.
Regulation
South Korean prosecutors seek 20 years for Delio CEO over $168.8 million embezzlement from 2,800 crypto deposit users.
Market
Tether has proposed that Twenty One Capital, a NYSE-listed bitcoin treasury venture, merge with Strike and Elektron Energy.
Technology
Shinhan Card has partnered with the Solana Foundation for a proof-of-concept project testing a real-world payment system using stablecoins.
Macro
The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield crossed the 5% threshold this week, marking a significant milestone that could spell trouble for bitcoin and other risk assets. The long-term bond yield reached this psychological barrier amid persistent inflation concerns and Federal Reserve policy uncertainties, creating ripple effects across financial markets. Treasury
Security
In another police action, European police arrested ten people and took down three scam centers, estimated to have stolen over $58 million from victims around the world.
Technology
Western Union’s decision to build on Solana isn’t just another stablecoin integration, but a signal that the foundations of global payments may be starting to shift. For decades, Western Union has been synonymous with cross-border money movement, built on a network of intermediaries, settlement laye
Security
Blockaid estimates the attacker stole roughly 13.71 billion SWEAT, about 65% of the total supply, worth about $3.5 million at the time.
Macro
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced he will remain as a Governor on the Federal Reserve Board after his term as Chair expires, despite facing mounting legal pressure. Powell made the statement during a press conference following the Fed's latest policy meeting, emphasizing his commitment to serve in
Technology
Meta Platforms is back in the crypto game with stablecoins in focus. This time, the social media giant is offering creators payouts in stablecoins. For this, it will use USD Coin (USDC) on the Solana and Polygon blockchains. Ad Ad Meta Offers USDC Stablecoin Payout To Creators The functionality is i