Gaming Platform My Pet Hooligan Connects Token Debut to Series Finale
Key Takeaways AMGI Studios integrated the HOOLI token launch and May 18 airdrop into a 30-episode series finale. The My Pet Hooligan franchise surpassed 600,000 Epic Games Store downloads with this Web3 model. HOOLI holders will gain early access to…
China, US and UAE team up in rare Dubai crypto scam raid
Police from China, the United States and the United Arab Emirates carried out their first joint international law enforcement operation against telecom and online fraud in Dubai, according to Xinhua. Summary China, the U.S. and UAE reported their first joint…
Iran military preparations signal potential conflict with neighbors
## Market Snapshot “Iran Military Action Against Neighbors” market is currently showing an increased likelihood of a YES outcome. The “Israel-Iran Permanent Peace Deal” market reflects reduced confidence in a peace agreement, with YES pricing dropping from 16% to 12.5%….
Bitget AI Hits 1 Million Users and $1.2B in Agent Trading Volume Across 58 Tools
Key Takeaways Bitget AI disclosed that it crossed 1 million users and $1.2 billion in trading volume across 58 tools as of mid-May 2026. CEO Gracy Chen signals Bitget is shifting from AI chat features to full execution, targeting an…
$33K Could Be Bitcoin’s Next Stop if History Repeats: Analyst
Even the less bearish prediction envisions a substantial decline. Sell in May and go away is a popular saying in the financial markets, and renowned analyst Merlijn The Trader outlined a historical pattern that could be even more painful…
DOJ says alleged Dream Market admin laundered crypto into gold
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged German citizen Owe Martin Andresen over an alleged money laundering scheme tied to Dream Market, a darknet marketplace that shut down in 2019. Summary DOJ charged Owe Martin Andresen over alleged laundering tied…
Crypto Owners Forced at Gunpoint to Unlock Accounts in $6.5M Robbery Spree
Key Takeaways Authorities alleged attackers used delivery disguises to gain entry into victims’ homes. Prosecutors said a victim transferred approximately $6.5 million during a gunpoint robbery. Federal charges include robbery, kidnapping, and conspiracy counts carrying severe penalties. Delivery Disguises and…
Standard Chartered appoints Manus Costello as permanent CFO
Standard Chartered has named Manus Costello as its permanent Group Chief Financial Officer, filling a seat that’s been occupied on an interim basis since Diego De Giorgi departed in February. Costello, who only joined the bank in 2024 as Global…
What Does This Mean for Crypto?
A Nexo research analyst believes a full CLARITY Act approval from the Senate could trigger a BTC bull run. A few days ago, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act) made some progress in the Senate. The bill…
Oil Perps Hit $106 on Hyperliquid, Bitcoin Falls Below $77K as Trump Warns Iran: ‘Clock Is Ticking’
Key Takeaways Trump warned Iran on Truth Social on May 17, 2026, after a call with Netanyahu, adding pressure to stalled ceasefire talks. Hyperliquid oil perps xyz:WTIOIL and xyz:BRENTOIL topped $102 and $106, with combined open interest above $481 million….
