Month: May 2026

Binance CEO Says Tokenization Nears Turning Point as 12–18 Months Look Defining

Key Takeaways Binance’s Richard Teng said tokenization is moving toward a major market inflection point. Clearer rules could help institutions connect blockchain systems with regulated capital markets. Settlement, custody, and transfer systems may shape tokenized finance’s next phase. Tokenization Outlook…

Tom Emmer dismisses 2 key Clarity Act concerns

Clarity Act concerns from law enforcement are overblown, House Majority Whip Tom Emmer said. Summary Emmer called law enforcement objections to crypto developer protections a “red herring” aimed at slowing the bill. He defended shielding noncustodial developers from money transmitter…

Robert Kiyosaki Warns ‘Crash Imminent’—Cites Jim Rickards in Extreme Forecast

Key Takeaways Kiyosaki cited Jim Rickards while warning that a market crash could arrive soon. Gold and silver forecasts drew attention amid expectations of severe dollar weakness. His message placed bitcoin, gold, and silver back at the center of Kiyosaki’s…

Bitcoin ETFs Suffer Biggest Outflows Since January as May Turns Red

Monday saw the highest daily inflows, with almost $650 million leaving the funds. Bitcoin’s price calamity is not isolated, as, aside from all other macro and on-chain reasons, the exchange-traded funds tracking the asset’s performance experienced their worst weekly…

Kalshi launches advocacy group with Trump aide

Kalshi is backing a new advocacy group to fight the gaming lobby over prediction market regulation. Summary Americans for Fair Markets launched with Kalshi support to counter sportsbook and casino opposition to prediction markets. The group tapped former Deputy White…

Bitcoin Tops $77K as Trump Weighs Iran Move, Polymarket Peace Bet Hits $154M – Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways Polymarket’s US-Iran peace market hit $154M in total volume, with December 31, 2026, contracts at 91% odds. Trump described his Iran decision as “50/50” on May 23, 2026, triggering emergency talks with Vance, Hegseth, and Gen. Caine. A…

US Treasury Sanctions Sinaloa Cartel Associates Over Crypto Money Laundering

These individuals and entities lead networks that launder the proceeds of fentanyl and other narcotics trafficking activities for the Sinaloa Cartel. The United States Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has enforced sanctions against individuals and entities…

Robinhood crypto COO Tanya Denisova exits

Robinhood crypto COO Tanya Denisova is leaving the platform after more than five years. Summary Tanya Denisova, COO of Robinhood Crypto, is leaving the firm after more than five years as the platform navigates a 47% decline in Q1 crypto…

Crypto CEO Security Costs Surge as Physical Attacks Rise 75%

Gemini has reportedly signed a deal to protect the Winklevoss twins and their families at $400,000 per month. Coinbase reportedly spent approximately $7.6 million on personal security for CEO Brian Armstrong in 2025, a more than 20% increase from…

Chun Wang Steps Away From F2Pool to Lead SpaceX’s 2-Year Interplanetary Starship Flight – Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways SpaceX named F2Pool co-founder Chun Wang Mission Commander for its first crewed interplanetary Starship flight in 2026. F2Pool controls 11.32% of Bitcoin’s global hashrate at 110.86 EH/s, producing 114 blocks over the past week, according mempool.space stats. Wang…