Aave overhauls listing standards after $230 Million rsETH exploit exposed bridge risks

An official postmortem traced the exploit to a LayerZero bridge verification failure and outlined a sweeping overhaul of Aave's asset-listing standards as DeFi risks shift beyond smart contract bugs.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/06/01/aave-overhauls-listing-standards-after-usd230-million-rseth-exploit-exposed-bridge-risks

A massive $1.26 billion sale of BlackRock’s IBIT was likely a rapid exit by a large investor

NYDIG, meanwhile, rejected the basis-trade theory, citing the large discount and the lack of an unusual spike in corresponding CME bitcoin futures volume.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/31/a-massive-usd1-26-billion-sale-of-blackrock-s-ibit-was-likely-a-rapid-exit-by-a-large-investor

How the House Financial Services Committee is taking on tokenization: State of Crypto

Rep. French Hill, head of the House Financial Services Committee, weighed in on outstanding policy issues in an interview with CoinDesk last month.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/31/how-the-house-financial-services-committee-is-taking-on-tokenization-state-of-crypto

How Stellar became part of DTCC's tokenization push for Wall Street securities onchain

Wall Street's clearing giant chose a public blockchain with compliance tools built for regulated assets, Stellar Development Foundation CEO Denelle Dixon said.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/31/how-stellar-became-part-of-dtcc-s-tokenization-push-for-wall-street-securities-onchain

The institutional edge: moomoo targets Wall Street-grade trading tools for retail crypto investors

The brokerage giant says the future of investing won’t be defined by asset access alone but by the quality of tools investors get.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/28/the-institutional-edge-moomoo-pushes-to-offer-wall-street-grade-crypto-tools-to-retail-investors

Bitcoin's wild days are over — and Trace Mayer says that's a good thing

The creator of the Mayer Multiple argues bitcoin’s growing economic substance is compressing volatility and attracting deeper capital.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/28/dnp-trace-mayer-bitcoin-s-volatility-compression-is-a-sign-of-maturity-not-weakness

XRP Ledger's new proposal blocks the flash loan attacks costing DeFi hundreds of millions

A draft XRPL amendment notes that flash loan attacks are "structurally impossible" on the network because of how its transactions are built, an architectural quirk that has spared the chain from the exploit class that has cost Ethereum DeFi billions.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/29/xrp-ledger-s-new-proposal-blocks-the-flash-loan-attacks-costing-defi-hundreds-of-millions

XRP ETFs add $35 million as bitcoin and ether funds lost $2 billion in late May

From May 20 to May 29, XRP funds took in $35 million while bitcoin and ether ETFs lost roughly $2 billion combined, with Ripple’s earlier reported XRP treasury plan still awaiting confirmation.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/30/ripple-said-to-lead-usd1-billion-xrp-treasury-raise-report

Bitcoin’s biggest quantum risk may not be wallet keys. An early investor fears something bigger

Andrew Gault, the venture capitalist who funded the quantum hardware labs now threatening bitcoin, says the industry is looking in the wrong place. Google's own security team moved in the same direction in March.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/30/bitcoin-s-biggest-quantum-risk-may-not-be-wallet-keys-an-early-investor-fears-something-bigger

‘The banks will not accept it’: Dimon escalates battle over stablecoin rewards in CLARITY Act debate

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon criticized Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and warned the current CLARITY Act framework could ultimately fail, as banks and crypto firms clash over whether stablecoin issuers should be allowed to offer yield-bearing rewards that resemble bank deposits.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/29/the-banks-will-not-accept-it-dimon-escalates-battle-over-stablecoin-rewards-in-clarity-act-debate

Crypto trading firm FalconX confidentially files with SEC for IPO, hires bankers

FalconX has hired Cantor and other bankers to advise on a potential IPO and confidentially filed draft paperwork with the SEC, though the listing is not expected until later this year amid volatile market conditions.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/28/crypto-trading-firm-falconx-confidentially-files-with-sec-for-ipo-hires-bankers

Bitwise bets Hyperliquid could power future finance as HYPE ETFs gain traction

Bitwise says investor demand for Hyperliquid exposure is surging as new HYPE ETFs launch.

source https://www.coindesk.com/coindesk-news/2026/05/28/bitwise-bets-hyperliquid-could-power-future-finance-as-hype-etfs-gain-traction

U.S. CFTC files request to erase Gemini settlement that it no longer considers fair

The regulator went back to analyze the 2022 case and decided that it wouldn't have been pursued under current management and practices.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/27/u-s-cftc-files-request-to-erase-gemini-settlement-that-it-no-longer-considers-fair

The crypto industry’s massive political war chest is starting to lean Republican ahead of midterms

As crypto world notches political wins in Texas and beyond, some of its emerging political action committees ditch bipartisan approach for a Republican focus.

source https://www.coindesk.com/news-analysis/2026/05/27/crypto-cash-backs-potential-new-allies-in-congress-as-industry-pac-presence-widens

Wall Street gets new crypto rival after Texas bank completes regulatory pivot

By establishing a national charter under the executive branch, United Texas Bank said it intends to enable AI-driven payment rails to intercept global digital dollar volumes.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/27/wall-street-gets-new-crypto-rival-after-texas-bank-completes-regulatory-pivot

Traders watch bitcoin 'golden cross' as BTC slides to near $75,000, ZEC dives 9%

A technical setup brewing on the bitcoin chart could decide which way the market breaks next, with the largest cryptocurrency sliding even as global equities hit record highs.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/27/traders-watch-bitcoin-golden-cross-as-btc-slides-to-near-usd75-000-zec-dives-9

Trump praises prediction markets, defends CFTC as court cases compound

U.S. President Donald Trump said it was "critically important" that the CFTC keep "exclusive authority" over prediction markets, echoing CFTC Chair Michael Selig.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/26/trump-praises-prediction-markets-defends-cftc-as-court-cases-compound

Joe Lubin-backed Ethereum treasury firm SharpLink to join the Russel indexes

The inclusion could attract fresh passive inflows from index-tracking funds, while the firm's stock tanked 95% from its peak over the past year.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/26/joe-lubin-backed-ethereum-treasury-firm-sharplink-to-join-the-russel-indexes

Ondo Finance founder Nathan Allman passes away

Tokenized real-world assets firm Ondo Finance announced the unexpected death of founder Nathan Allman on Tuesday, with longtime president Ian De Bode stepping in as CEO.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/26/ondo-finance-founder-nathan-allman-passes-away

HYPE briefly overtakes Dogecoin, privacy tokens slide as US strikes on Iran rattle markets

ZEC and XMR dropped 5% in a session that saw most major tokens pull back after weeks of gains, with the move tracking renewed Middle East tension and a rebound in oil prices.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/26/hype-briefly-overtakes-dogecoin-privacy-tokens-slide-as-us-strikes-on-iran-rattle-markets

Bitcoin stalls near $76,500 as muted trading points to macro wait-and-see

Enflux says “the bid is there” but no one is adding size, while Glassnode data shows easing selling pressure alongside weaker market activity.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/26/bitcoin-stalls-near-usd76-500-as-muted-trading-points-to-macro-wait-and-see

Bitcoin trades above $77,000 as oil's 5% slide pushes Asian equities higher

Oil’s 5% drop on potential Strait of Hormuz reopening boosted Asian equities and supported crypto sentiment.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/25/bitcoin-trades-above-usd77-000-as-oil-s-5-slide-pushes-asian-equities-higher

Bitcoin options are coming to Nadaq. Here's what it means for you.

The new offering, pending CFTC approval, aims to democratize seamless crypto risk management

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/25/bitcoin-options-are-coming-to-nadaq-here-s-what-it-means-for-you

Coinbase does not fear competition from Wall Street, says exchange executive

A Coinbase executive called on regulators to implement sensible crypto regulation, while announcing the Stand With Crypto event taking place in over 500 locations worldwide.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/24/coinbase-does-not-fear-competition-from-wall-street-says-exchange-executive

Crypto and the Fed: State of Crypto

This past week saw incremental, but potentially important steps.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/24/crypto-and-the-fed-state-of-crypto

AI is speeding up the quantum threat to crypto, security experts warn

Researchers and builders believe that artificial intelligence may be accelerating the quantum timeline and forcing a broader rethink of how digital security works.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/24/ai-is-speeding-up-the-quantum-threat-to-crypto-security-experts-warn

Crypto rails are becoming the default payment layer for AI agents, report says

A new report from Keyrock says stablecoins on blockchain rails are becoming the go-to payment layer for AI agents as traditional card rails struggle to handle micropayments.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/21/crypto-rails-are-becoming-the-default-payment-layer-for-ai-agents-report-says

Bitcoin heads higher as President Trump announces Iran peace agreement

"An Agreement has been largely negotiated, subject to finalization between the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the various other Countries," wrote President Trump late Saturday afternoon.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/23/bitcoin-heads-higher-as-president-trump-announces-iran-peace-agreement

Bitcoin is ready to beat stocks and bonds again after underperformance against Wall Street

Former Credit Suisse global head of portfolio and Risk Dimensions CIO Mark Connors says bitcoin has broken out of its longest stretch of underperformance in history and is ready to beat stocks, bonds, and gold as inflation stubbornly sticks around.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/23/bitcoin-is-ready-to-beat-stocks-and-bonds-again-after-underperformance-against-wall-street

Clarity Act could spark a boom in crypto ‘yield-as-a-service’

The bill’s restrictions on yield-bearing crypto products may push the industry away from passive "hold-to-earn" models and toward AI-driven, compliant yield infrastructure, according to STBL Chief Commercial Officer Joe Vollono.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/23/clarity-act-could-spark-a-boom-in-crypto-yield-as-a-service

Bitcoin tanks to $74,300 as spot ETFs bleed $2.26 billion in two weeks

U.S.-listed spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds have seen more than $2.26 billion in outflows over the past two weeks.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/23/bitcoin-tanks-to-usd74-300-as-spot-etfs-bleed-usd2-26-billion-in-two-weeks

Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova is leaving company amid revenue slowdown

Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova is leaving the firm after more than five years, as the trading platform navigates a sharp decline in crypto revenue and works to lessen its dependence on digital asset market cycles.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/22/robinhood-crypto-coo-tanya-denisova-is-leaving-company-amid-revenue-slowdown

XRP ETFs attract inflows amid wallet surge. bitcoin, ether funds struggle.

Fresh inflows into XRP-linked funds and a spike in newly created wallets suggest some traders may be rotating into the token while trimming exposure to crypto’s largest assets.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/22/xrp-funds-sees-fresh-inflows-and-wallet-spike-as-bitcoin-ether-funds-bleed

Bitcoin trades near $77,700 as analysts eye $75,000 support after liquidation wave

Open interest held steady and funding stayed subdued during the recent liquidation wave, suggesting traders were de-risking rather than capitulating, according to HashKey Research's Tim Sun.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/22/bitcoin-trades-near-usd77-700-as-analysts-eye-usd75-000-support-after-liquidation-wave

India cracks down on prediction markets: Polymarket goes dark, Kalshi could be next

Polymarket has gone dark in India and as per local media reports, Kalshi could be next.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/22/india-cracks-down-on-prediction-markets-polymarket-goes-dark-kalshi-could-be-next

Satoshi’s 1.1M bitcoin and millions more can be saved from quantum attack, says expert

Researchers at the privacy-centric blockchain startup say their multi-layer quantum defense will feature a soft fork to freeze and protect dormant BTC.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/21/satoshi-s-1-1m-bitcoin-stash-can-be-saved-from-quantum-attack-says-americanfortress

Bitcoin miners tied to AI rise as Nvidia posts big earnings beat and strong outlook

Nvidia's stronger-than-expected results and bullish AI outlook lifted crypto mining stocks tied to data center and high-performance computing demand, even as the chipmaker's shares fell due to growth concerns.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/20/bitcoin-miners-rise-as-nvidia-posts-blowout-earnings-and-strong-outlook

Elon Musk's SpaceX held 18,712 bitcoin at fair value of $1.29 billion at end of Q1, IPO filing shows

The rocket and satellite company is looking to go public at a valuation of more than $1.5 trillion.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/20/elon-musk-s-spacex-holds-18-712-bitcoin-at-fair-value-of-usd1-29-billion-ipo-filing-shows

Securitize remains in the red even as record quarter fuels public listing plans

The tokenization platform reported record quarterly revenue but continued to post losses as it invested in growth and public-company preparations tied to its merger with Cantor Equity Partners II.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/20/securitize-remains-in-the-red-even-as-record-quarter-fuels-public-listing-plans

This bitcoin bear market is different with 'uniquely pessimistic' traders limiting downside, K33 says

The research firm said bitcoin traders remain unusually defensive, reducing the risk of the kind of leverage-driven collapse seen in prior downturns.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/19/this-bitcoin-bear-market-is-different-with-uniquely-pessimistic-traders-limiting-downside-k33-says

Hyperliquid’s HYPE one of crypto’s most undervalued assets, says Bitwise

The crypto asset manager argued the market is mispricing Hyperliquid as a niche derivatives exchange instead of a fast-growing “super-app” for global trading markets.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/19/hyperliquid-s-hype-one-of-crypto-s-most-undervalued-assets-says-bitwise

SEC to propose tokenized stock framework as Wall Street efforts deepen: Bloomberg

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly poised to release a major crypto proposal as it seeks to institute its digital assets agenda.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/18/sec-to-propose-tokenized-stock-framework-as-wall-street-efforts-deepen-bloomberg

Minnesotan banks and credit unions set to provide crypto custody August 1

Minnesota established the midwest’s first unified digital asset safety net for banks and credit unions.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/18/minnesotan-banks-and-credit-unions-set-to-provide-crypto-custody-august-1

Hyperliquid's USDC deal could supercharge HYPE, pressure Circle, Coinbase margins, analysts say

The revenue share deal could shift an estimated $160 million in revenue from Coinbase and Circle into Hyperliquid's ecosystem, Compass Point analysts said.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/18/hyperliquid-s-usdc-deal-could-supercharge-hype-pressure-circle-coinbase-margins-analysts-say

Revolut wants to take Dogecoin mainstream with its new physical payment card

The European fintech giant is launching a physical debit card that lets users spend the popular meme coin anywhere Visa and Mastercard are accepted with zero extra exchange fees.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/18/revolut-wants-to-take-dogecoin-mainstream-with-its-new-physical-payment-card

Yet another crypto bridge falls victim to an $11 million hack

The latest attack adds to growing string of cross-chain infrastructure exploits.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/18/yet-another-crypto-bridge-falls-victim-to-an-usd11-million-hack

Bitcoin slides under $77,000 as oil shock and Treasury yields hit risk assets

Long-term holders are still sitting tight and exchange balances remain near six-year lows, Binance Research data shows, but underwater short-term holders leave BTC vulnerable to macro shocks.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/18/bitcoin-slides-under-usd77-000-as-oil-shock-and-treasury-yields-hit-risk-assets

The Clarity Act took a step forward: State of Crypto

Unpacking Thursday's at-times contentious markup hearing.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/17/the-clarity-act-took-a-step-forward-state-of-crypto

Japan's SBI Securities, Rakuten Securities plan to offer crypto investment trusts

Another 11 companies responded to a survey saying they would consider offering crypto funds once the regulatory environment becomes clear.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/17/japan-s-sbi-securities-rakuten-securities-plan-to-offer-crypto-investment-trusts

A Russian stablecoin built to dodge sanctions says it can survive even if they're lifted

A7A5, the Russia-linked stablecoin built to move money around banking restrictions, says faster trade settlement, yield and regional crypto infrastructure could keep it relevant even if geopolitical tensions ease.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/24/a-russian-stablecoin-built-to-dodge-sanctions-says-it-can-survive-even-if-they-re-lifted

Crypto longs lose $500 million as bitcoin slides to $78,000, SOL and XRP down 5%

A long-skewed liquidation cascade flushed leverage across the major tokens overnight, with the move tracking a global bond selloff and the worst session for U.S. stocks since March.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/16/crypto-longs-lose-usd500-million-as-bitcoin-slides-to-usd78-000-sol-and-xrp-down-5

Bhutan ‘doesn’t recall’ selling any bitcoin, disputing widely-tracked $1 billion BTC drawdown

Arkham Intelligence data shows that over $1 billion in bitcoin has left wallets attributed to Bhutan in the past year, flowing to exchanges and trading firms. The country says it has not sold any.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/16/bhutan-doesn-t-recall-selling-any-bitcoin-disputing-widely-tracked-usd1-billion-btc-drawdown

U.S. House lawmakers who oversee the CFTC are urging Trump to fill the commission

As the Commodity Futures Trading Commission takes on a growing task to police U.S. crypto trading, senior lawmakers are saying it needs bipartisan leadership.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/15/u-s-house-lawmakers-who-oversee-the-cftc-are-urging-trump-to-fill-the-commission

SpaceX targets June 11 IPO pricing, picks Nasdaq for historic market debut

Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite company has accelerated plans for its blockbuster public offering, with trading expected to begin as early as June 12 after a faster-than-expected SEC review.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/15/spacex-targets-june-11-ipo-pricing-picks-nasdaq-for-historic-market-debut

XRP, DOGE surge 5%, bitcoin above $81,000 as CLARITY Act clears Senate banking panel

Crypto majors bid higher Friday after the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act cleared the Senate Banking Committee in a 15-9 bipartisan vote, with XRP and dogecoin leading the cohort even as broader risk assets sold off on Trump's comments that the US does not need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/15/xrp-doge-surge-5-bitcoin-above-usd81-000-as-clarity-act-clears-senate-banking-panel

Here is why Wall Street is racing to tokenize the entire stock market

Tokenization has been the narrative of 2026. Executing on that narrative is trickier, but proponents say the benefits are massive if they pull it off.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/14/here-is-why-wall-street-is-racing-to-tokenize-the-entire-stock-market

Claude helps recover $395,000 in bitcoin trapped on a computer for years

The owner had been trying for eight weeks to brute-force the password on their current Blockchain.com wallet, testing roughly 3.5 trillion combinations using the btcrecover service on a rented computing chip.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/14/claude-helps-recover-usd395-000-in-bitcoin-trapped-on-a-computer-for-years

Solana drops 5%, bitcoin below $80,000 as Xi warns Trump on Taiwan conflict

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Donald Trump of potential conflict over Taiwan during the first U.S. presidential visit to China in nearly a decade.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/14/solana-drops-5-bitcoin-below-usd80-000-as-xi-warns-trump-on-taiwan-conflict

Ethereum app builder Consensys has delayed its potential IPO until fall

The MetaMask wallet builder had reportedly engaged bankers from JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs to lead the process.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/13/ethereum-app-builder-consensys-has-delayed-its-potential-ipo-until-fall

XRP tops bitcoin, ether volumes on major South Korean exchanges

XRP/KRW was the most traded pair on Upbit and second on Bithumb, a familiar Korean market signal that has often preceded sharper moves in the token.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/13/xrp-tops-bitcoin-ether-volumes-on-major-south-korean-exchanges

Nevada regulators push back after prediction market conference blames them for move

Spokesperson for regulator denies that it put pressure on ARIA Resort & Casino for hosting Predict 2026

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/13/nevada-gaming-regulator-says-prediction-market-conferences-are-welcome-in-las-vegas

Bitcoin back above $81,000 after hot CPI print, BNB, DOGE lead majors gains

Bitcoin rolled back to $81,200 after dipping to $79,800 on Tuesday's hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation reading, while BNB zoomed 2.5% over 24 hours and dogecoin added 1.3% as crypto funds saw their strongest weekly inflows in months.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/13/bitcoin-back-above-usd81-000-after-hot-cpi-print-bnb-doge-lead-majors-gains

JPMorgan files to launch new tokenized fund as Wall Street tokenization race heats up

The global banking giant is expanding its tokenized money market lineup, following BlackRock's similar move just a few days ago.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/12/jpmorgan-files-to-launch-new-tokenized-fund-as-wall-street-tokenization-race-heats-up

Bitcoin’s floor looks firmer at $80,000, but traders still don’t trust the breakout

BTC has recovered from Friday’s jobs-driven dip, but Enflux says overhead resistance remains intact while Glassnode’s market structure data suggests traders are buying the rally while still positioning for downside.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/12/bitcoin-s-floor-looks-firmer-at-usd80-000-but-traders-still-don-t-trust-the-breakout

'I don’t think that’s crazy': Here is why Circle is betting on new $3 billion blockchain

The USDC stablecoin issuer is betting Arc can become Wall Street’s blockchain rail for payments and tokenized finance, though analysts still see it as speculative.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/11/i-don-t-think-that-s-crazy-here-is-why-circle-is-betting-on-new-usd3-billion-blockchain

Kraken parent Payward seeks fresh funding at $20 billion valuation ahead of planned IPO

The crypto exchange operator is pursuing a new fundraising round as it ramps up acquisitions across derivatives and stablecoins while laying the groundwork for a future public listing.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/08/kraken-parent-payward-seeks-fresh-funding-at-usd20-billion-valuation-ahead-of-potential-ipo

Bitcoin mining pools with 75% of BTC hashrate join open standard for block construction

Foundry, AntPool, F2Pool, SpiderPool, and MARA Pool are among seven pools joining the Stratum V2 working group, putting nearly three-quarters of global bitcoin hashrate behind a protocol that returns block construction decisions to individual miners.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/11/bitcoin-mining-pools-with-75-of-btc-hashrate-join-open-standard-for-block-construction

XRP spikes 2.5%, beating bitcoin and ether, in breakout above $1.45

Sharp move through resistance came with one of the biggest volume spikes in weeks, though profit-taking quickly emerged near session highs.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/11/xrp-spikes-2-5-beating-bitcoin-and-ether-in-breakout-above-usd1-45

A bitcoin whale that went silent in 2013 moves $40 million in BTC

A long-dormant whale woke up Sunday, moving millions worth of bitcoin on-chain.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/11/a-bitcoin-whale-that-went-silent-in-2013-moves-usd40-million-in-btc

Policy at Consensus Miami: State of Crypto

This was a hectic week.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/10/policy-at-consensus-miami-state-of-crypto

Agentic commerce will run on crypto rails, PayPal and Google reps tell Consensus Miami

Senior figures from PayPal and Google Cloud said open payment protocols, machine-readable merchant catalogs and multi-party crypto custody are needed to scale agentic commerce.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/10/agentic-commerce-will-run-on-crypto-rails-paypal-and-google-reps-tell-consensus-miami

Bored Ape NFTs are finally making a comeback as crypto traders rediscover their appetite for risk

BAYC floor prices have doubled in a month as traders rotate back into speculative crypto bets, reviving hopes of a broader NFT recovery.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/10/bored-ape-nfts-are-finally-making-a-comeback-as-crypto-traders-rediscover-their-appetite-for-risk

Senate Banking Committee plans to hold key market structure hearing on Thursday

The Senate Banking Committee announced it would hold its markup hearing for the Clarity Act on March 14.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/08/senate-banking-committee-plans-to-hold-key-market-structure-hearing-on-thursday

Coinbase rebounds as altcoins surge with bitcoin holding above $80,000

Tokenization and digital asset-infrastructure stocks climbed as SEC Chair Paul Atkins signaled support for onchain finance rules.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/08/coinbase-rebounds-as-altcoins-surge-with-bitcoin-holding-above-usd80-000

SEC chair Atkins signals new rules for onchain markets, AI-driven finance

The SEC chair linked the rise of AI-powered financial systems with growing demand for blockchain-based market infrastructure and automated settlement.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/08/sec-chair-atkins-signals-new-rules-for-onchain-markets-ai-driven-finance

Coinbase stock declines 5% after missing Q1 estimates on crypto slowdown

The crypto platform missed on the top and bottom lines as falling digital asset prices weighed on trading activity and investor sentiment.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/07/coinbase-stock-drops-4-after-surprise-1q-miss-as-crypto-trading-slows

Tether executive warns the 2026 midterms could have 'seismic impact' on crypto industry

Jesse Spiro, Head of Government Affairs at Tether, said at Consensus Miami 2026 that the midterms will be a key test for whether crypto’s recent policy gains in Washington can survive politically.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/07/tether-executive-warns-the-2026-midterms-could-have-seismic-impact-on-crypto-industry

U.S. Bitcoin Reserve update coming in 'next few weeks," White House adviser says

White House digital-assets adviser Patrick Witt cited a recent exploit involving assets held by the U.S. Marshals as proof federal crypto holdings need safeguarding.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/06/u-s-bitcoin-reserve-update-coming-in-next-few-weeks-white-house-s-adviser-says

Dominance of Tether and Circle is a net bad for stablecoins, says Bridge executive

Circle and Tether are going to make it harder for stablecoins to feel like money, said Ben O'Neill, head of money movement at Bridge.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/06/dominance-of-tether-and-circle-is-net-bad-for-stablecoins-says-bridge

Strategy posts $12.54 billion Q1 loss on declining bitcoin price

The price of bitcoin fell from about $87,000 to $68,000 during the first three months of 2026.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/05/strategy-posts-usd12-54-billion-q1-loss-on-declining-bitcoin-price

Bitcoin extends gains to $81,500 as tokenization push lifts Bullish, Galaxy, Centrifuge

Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/05/bitcoin-extends-gains-to-usd81-500-as-tokenization-push-lifts-bullish-galaxy-centrifuge

XRP slips below $1.40 on heavy volume, tightening range puts breakout in focus

High-volume breakdown reset positioning, but compression between $1.38–$1.44 now points to a larger move.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/05/xrp-slips-below-usd1-40-on-heavy-volume-tightening-range-puts-breakout-in-focus

Bitcoin tests $80,000 as Asia’s bid fades and Hong Kong AI IPOs surge

Western desks are carrying the bitcoin rally alone, with Friday’s jobs report the next test.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/05/bitcoin-tests-usd80-000-as-asia-s-bid-fades-and-hong-kong-ai-ipos-surge

GameStop's $55.5 billion eBay takeover bid puts its $368 million bitcoin stash in the crosshairs

The video game retailer’s proposed acquisition plan revives question on whether its $368 million bitcoin stash could be sold to fund the expansion.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/04/gamestop-s-usd55-5-billion-ebay-takeover-bid-puts-its-usd368-million-bitcoin-stash-in-the-crosshairs

Hut 8 swaps Coinbase loan for cheaper FalconX deal, slashing borrowing costs as it bets big on AI

A new $200 million, 364-day bitcoin-backed facility replaces the Coinbase Credit arrangement, cutting debt costs by 200 basis points.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/04/28/hut-8-swaps-coinbase-credit-line-for-cheaper-falconx-deal-slashing-borrowing-costs-as-it-bets-big-on-ai

Bitcoin reclaims $80,000 as flows build, but traders hedge and doubt a breakout

Strong ETF inflows and rising leverage are lifting prices, yet CryptoQuant data shows weak spot demand and Polymarket odds put just a 23% chance on $90,000 this month.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/04/bitcoin-reclaims-usd80-000-as-flows-build-but-traders-hedge-and-doubt-a-breakout

Morgan Stanley's Oldenburg: Bitcoin on U.S. bank balance sheets is coming, just not yet

Morgan Stanley launched the first bank-issued Bitcoin ETP, but Amy Oldenburg said advisors, regulators and balance sheets still have a long way to go.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/03/morgan-stanley-s-oldenburg-bitcoin-on-u-s-bank-balance-sheets-is-coming-just-not-yet

Policy Summit and other things at Consensus 2026: State of Crypto

We are kicking off the show in Miami this week. Here's what you should attend.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/03/policy-summit-and-other-things-at-consensus-2026-state-of-crypto

U.S. voters don't trust Trump administration to oversee crypto sector, CoinDesk poll finds

The new poll suggests the vast majority of people think that government officials should keep their own financial interests separate from the industry.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/03/u-s-voters-don-t-trust-trump-administration-to-oversee-crypto-sector-coindesk-poll-finds

Mike Cagney’s second act: Turning blockchain into Wall Street’s new plumbing

Figure’s $1 billion month capped a years-long push to strip out middlemen from credit markets, bringing real-world assets, lending and even equities onchain.

source https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/05/03/mike-cagney-s-second-act-turning-blockchain-into-wall-street-s-new-plumbing

New Bitcoin quantum proposal offers Satoshi Nakamoto a way to prove control without moving BTC

A new design proposed by venture fund Paradigm would let holders privately timestamp proof that they control vulnerable keys before quantum computers arrive, creating a possible rescue path if Bitcoin ever sunsets old addresses.

source https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2026/05/02/new-bitcoin-quantum-proposal-offers-satoshi-nakamoto-a-way-to-prove-control-without-moving-btc

Clarity Act text lets crypto firms offer stablecoin rewards while shielding bank yield

The text released Friday blocks crypto firms from offering stablecoin yield offerings that look like bank deposits, but "bona fide" transactions are allowed.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/01/clarity-act-text-lets-crypto-firms-offer-stablecoin-rewards-while-shielding-bank-yield

Bitcoin miner Riot's shares jump 8% after expanding AMD data center deal, signaling AI pivot

AMD’s expansion and improved financing terms highlight Riot’s shift beyond bitcoin mining and strengthen confidence in its growing data center business.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/01/bitcoin-miner-riot-s-shares-jump-8-after-expanding-amd-data-center-deal-signaling-ai-pivot

Bithumb scores a legal win in South Korea as six-month suspension is lifted by local judge

South Korea's financial watchdog imposed a $24.6 million fine on Bithumb and partial suspension that came into effect last month.

source https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/05/01/bithumb-scores-a-legal-win-in-south-korea-as-six-month-suspension-is-lifted-by-local-judge

Strategy keeps STRC dividend at 11.5% as stock logs first monthly gain in nine

STRC’s volume weighted average price of $99.76 for April kept the dividend steady for a third consecutive month.

source https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2026/05/01/strategy-keeps-strc-dividend-at-11-5-as-stock-logs-first-monthly-gain-in-nine