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House Republicans Open Investigation Into Kalshi, Polymarket Over Insider Trading
In brief House Republicans opened an insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket over insider trading. Rep. James Comer requested records...Read more -
Live markets: Bitcoin continues holding pattern near $77,000 ahead of Kevin Warsh taking over at Fed
As has been the case all week, bitcoin (BTC) is trading in a tight range around the $77,000 level in U.S. morning action. There was some economic news on Friday morning, and it wasn't pretty. The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index for May fell...Read more -
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Today in crypto, Polymarket said user funds and market resolution were safe after a suspected private key compromise tied to top-up operations led to more than $600,000 in losses, at least five high-profile companies have shuttered this week, and a petition to eliminate South Korea’s tax on crypto...Read more -
Space X IPO: 'Bad news' for tech stocks but what about Bitcoin?
Elon Musk's rocket and satellite company SpaceX is planning a $75 billion IPO in June, which could make it the largest near-term public listing with a major Bitcoin treasury. Key takeaways:A Nasdaq 100 fast entry could expand Bitcoin exposure among the top mega-cap stocks, including...Read more -
DeFi hacks shake institutional confidence as risks outpace yields
Security exploits are weighing on institutional appetite for decentralized finance (DeFi), even as broader crypto adoption continues through stablecoins and tokenized assets.In an April research note, JPMorgan analysts said that bridge security remains a challenge for the industry, raising questions on whether DeFi can grow to support further...Read more -
THORChain exploit tied to malicious node and GG20 flaw
THORChain said a malicious node operator exploited a vulnerability in its GG20 threshold signature system to drain about $10.7 million from one of the protocol’s vaults.The GG20 threshold signature scheme is used to secure THORChain vaults by splitting key control across multiple node operators, meaning no single node...Read more -
IREN co-founder says AI’s biggest bottleneck is infrastructure, not chips
IREN (IREN) co-founder Daniel Roberts outlined an ambitious vision for the company as a vertically integrated AI infrastructure platform in a lengthy X post on Friday, arguing that the biggest bottleneck in artificial intelligence is no longer chips, but physical infrastructure.“AI...Read more -
CoinDesk 20 performance update: NEAR surges 19.4% as index trades flat
CoinDesk Indices presents its daily market update, highlighting the performance of leaders and laggards in the CoinDesk 20 Index. The CoinDesk 20 is currently trading at 2085.44, down 0.0% (-0.18) since 4 p.m. ET on Thursday. Fourteen of the 20 assets are trading higher....Read more -
Trump Media moves another $205 million in bitcoin as losses on crypto bet swell to $455 million
Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT), the parent company of Truth Social, has transferred another 2,650 bitcoinRead more -
Morning Minute: Mark Cuban Sells His Bitcoin
Morning Minute is a daily newsletter written by Tyler Warner. The analysis and opinions expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of Decrypt. And check...Read more -
Polymarket Hit By ‘Internal Top-Up’ Wallet Exploit, $700K Drained
In brief On-chain investigator ZachXBT flagged a suspected drain from a wallet linked to Polymarket’s Polygon infrastructure Friday. Polymarket devs said...Read more -
XRP adds 4,300 new wallets in 24 hours, but why is price stuck?
XRP Ledger has seen a spike in new addresses over the last 24 hours, but overhead resistance at $1.40 kept the XRP (XRP) price in check.Key takeaways:XRP Ledger added 4,300 new wallets in 24 hours, marking the fourth-largest growth spike on the network in 2026.Read more -
NEAR Protocol Jumps 28% on Privacy, AI, and Scaling Upgrades
In brief NEAR rose 28% in 24 hours and almost 45% over the past week, leading altcoin gains. The rally follows...Read more -
Polymarket seeks Japan entry despite gambling law hurdles: Report
Polymarket, a global prediction market platform, is reportedly seeking entry into Japan amid growing regulatory scrutiny of the sector worldwide.The company has appointed Mike Eidlin, head of Japan at crypto firm Jupiter, to lead its local efforts and is preparing to lobby for authorization of prediction markets in...Read more -
Polymarket Taps Jupiter Exec to Lead Japan Push: Report
In brief Polymarket has reportedly appointed a Japan representative ahead of a regulatory approval bid. Mike Eidlin, formerly head of Japan...Read more
