Commemorating Crypto’s First Real-World Transaction
The current value of those Papa John’s pizzas reflects how much Bitcoin as an asset and a network has grown. Every May 22, the crypto industry remembers and celebrates a trade that sparked a financial revolution: 10,000 bitcoins (BTC)…
Polymarket Targets Japan Market Entry, Appoints Representative in Push for 2030 Approval
Key Takeaways Polymarket appointed Japan rep Mike Eidlin and targets government approval for prediction markets by 2030. Polymarket hit $10B monthly volume in March, drawing 678,342 users in April versus rival Kalshi. Japan approval hinges on the FSA classifying prediction…
Polymarket targets approval in Japan as global scrutiny intensifies
Polymarket has reportedly appointed a Japanese representative as the prediction market platform moves toward securing approval to operate legally in the country by 2030. Summary Bloomberg reported that Polymarket has appointed a Japan representative as it works toward regulatory approval…
Bali Crypto Event Coinfest Asia Announces 2026 Expansion Across Melasti Beach Clubs
Indonesia Crypto Network (ICN) announced that the fifth annual Coinfest Asia crypto festival will take place on August 20–21, 2026, at Melasti Beach in Bali, Indonesia. The 2026 edition will expand across five beach clubs along the coastline to serve…
Is Trump Media Dumping Bitcoin at a Loss Again?
The entity acquired its BTC stash at prices of almost $120,000, but might be selling at a heavy loss now. US President Donald Trump made some bold and bullish promises during his election campaign in 2024 for the cryptocurrency…
European Commission Launches MiCA Review Targeting Stablecoins, DeFi and Staking Rules
Key Takeaways The EU opened a MiCA review open till Aug. 31 as crypto markets have evolved beyond 2024 rules. MiCA review targets stablecoins, DeFi, staking, and tokenized assets across Europe. EU regulators are shaping potential “MiCA 2” reforms ahead…
Bitcoin, Ethereum traders brace for $1.9B options expiry
Bitcoin options expiry saw traders cut risk, with Greeks.live data pointing to weak activity, lower implied volatility, and defensive positioning. Summary Greeks.live said 21,000 Bitcoin options expired with $1.6 billion in notional value settled on Friday. Ethereum options activity cooled…
Crypto Traders Brace for $1.5B Bitcoin Options Expiry Today
The end of the week is upon us again, with another crypto options expiry event as spot markets continue to correct. Around 20,500 Bitcoin options contracts will expire on Friday, May 22, with a notional value of roughly $1.5…
Foundation Raises $6.4M to Build Hardware That Authorizes AI Agents in Real Time
Key Takeaways Foundation raises $6.4M led by Fulgur Ventures, bringing total funding to $16.5M since its 2021 launch. Passport Prime launches at $349, targeting over 1M Cake Wallet users with KeyOS cold storage integration. Foundation plans a KeyOS app store…
MAS revokes Bsquared license over false statements
Singapore’s MAS has revoked the Bsquared license after finding false statements and serious regulatory breaches at the crypto firm. Summary Singapore’s MAS revoked Bsquared Technology’s MPI licence effective May 14, less than 18 months after it was granted on January…
