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A new report from Bitget and Polymarket reveals that prediction markets have evolved into a $240 billion industry, with retail users driving growth through increased trading activity across multiple asset classes and events. Market Growth and Scope According to the report, prediction markets

Venture fund Paradigm has proposed a new design that would allow Bitcoin holders to privately timestamp proof of control over vulnerable keys before quantum computers arrive, according to the proposal. The mechanism is intended to create a potential rescue path if Bitcoin ever sunsets old

MSC, the world's largest container shipping company by fleet size and cargo capacity, is launching the Europe-Red Sea-Middle East Express service starting May 10 to minimize disruption caused by the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The new service will connect Europe to Middle Eastern

PENDLE surged on high volume, driven by strong buyer participation and short liquidations. PENDLE’s price broke bearish channel but faces key resistance near $1.681 before continuation. Bullish structure holds, with potential upside target set around $2.35 if momentum

A European think tank, the European Policy Research Centre, has stated that the Iranian conflict is impacting European energy security, with disruptions to liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply chains being particularly severe, according to CCTV News. ## Energy Security and LNG Supply Chain Disruption

WisdomTree crypto ETPs saw $137M inflows in Q1 2026, reversing prior-year outflows and signaling renewed investor interest. Crypto AUM reached $1.8B despite market declines, while total firm assets grew over 30% year over year. Product expansion and tokenization efforts boosted

Onchain analytics firm CryptoQuant warned that Bitcoin's recent price gains represent a "speculative rally" rather than fundamental buying support, increasing correction risk. According to CryptoQuant's head of research Julio Moreno, Bitcoin rose approximately 20% in April, climbing from

Developers and industry figures have raised concerns about an eCash proposal linked to Paul Sztorc, citing user risk, uneven distribution, and philosophical tension as key issues. The proposal has been characterized as introducing hazardous elements that warrant caution within the cryptocurrency co

Bitcoin miner Riot Platforms expanded its AMD data center deal with improved financing terms, signaling a strategic pivot beyond bitcoin mining. The expansion and improved financing terms strengthen confidence in Riot's growing data center business, according to the announcement. Strategic Shift t

David Schwartz, Ripple's CTO emeritus, has backed regulatory clarity through the proposed CLARITY Act while cautioning that industry progress must not freeze future innovation. Schwartz agrees that legal certainty for established cryptocurrencies would stabilize markets and attract institutional

Arbitrum advances plan to release 30,765 ETH through DAO vote to support recovery and stabilize affected DeFi protocols. Kelp DAO exploit created major rsETH shortfall, with recovery funds covering only part of the liquidity imbalance. Multiple protocols pledge 43,000 ETH, highlighting

Canadian pension fund AIMCo has returned to investing in Strategy, Michael Saylor's bitcoin treasury company, after previously exiting the position. The fund is now sitting on a $69 million unrealized gain from the renewed investment. AIMCo's decision to re-enter the Strategy investment marks a rev

Brazil's central bank has banned stablecoins and cryptocurrency settlement in cross-border payments, according to the announcement. The ban applies to fintechs and payment firms, effectively closing the back-end payment rail for cross-border crypto flows. However, individual crypto investors

Stablecoin issuer Tether significantly expanded its reserve diversification strategy during the first quarter of 2026, acquiring more than six tons of gold bullion while simultaneously increasing USDT issuance on the Tron blockchain. The combined developments underscore Tether's approach to

Ragnar Shiba credits SHIB strength to the ShibArmy community, not hype or price action. SHIB ranks 26th globally with slight gains but remains under competitive pressure. Community resilience and engagement continue driving SHIB relevance in the meme coin market. Ragnar Shiba has

PEPE nears $0.00000400 resistance amid rising retail interest and futures activity. Social dominance and open interest increase, signaling stronger bullish market sentiment. Breakout above trendline may target $0.00000498, with support near $0.00000372. PepeCoin — PEPE, trades closer