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Cointelegraph.com - 15:00 May 26, 2025
AI’s future doesn’t depend on ever-larger models but on better, human-curated data. AI risks bias, hallucinations and irrelevance without expert oversight and high-quality training sets. Opinion by: Rowan Stone, CEO at Sapien AI is a paper tiger without human expertise in data management and training practices. Despite massive growth projections, AI innovations won’t be relevant if they continue training models based on poor-quality data. Besides improving data standards, AI models need human intervention for contextual understanding and critical thinking to ensure ethical AI development and correct output generation. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 14:47 May 26, 2025
Presidential hopefuls in South Korea are turning to crypto to win younger voters, with older generations now joining the conversation. Cryptocurrency has emerged as a defining issue in South Korea’s snap presidential election, with candidates vying for support from a growing base of digital asset investors across generations. All three front-runners have rolled out crypto-friendly proposals. These include the legalization of spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the easing of banking rules that currently restrict fiat-to-crypto trading to just five platforms. The June 3 vote is slated to come around two years early, triggered by the impeachment of former president Yoon Suk-yeol after his controversial declaration of martial law in late 2024. Though quickly overturned by lawmakers, the abrupt power grab led to a political crisis and his eventual removal from office. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 13:59 May 26, 2025
Fake airdrops are designed to drain users’ funds from their wallets. You need to be well-versed in airdrop scams to protect your crypto wallet. Key takeaways In 2024 and 2025, fake airdrop scams targeting Hamster Kombat, Wall Street Pepe and others led to millions in user losses, contributing to over $9.9 billion in global crypto scam damages. Fake airdrops impersonate legitimate projects, tricking users into revealing private keys, signing malicious contracts or paying upfront fees that lead to irreversible crypto theft. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 13:37 May 26, 2025
Japanese bond market turmoil may have played a bigger role in Bitcoin’s rise to $112,000 than the recent geopolitical de-risking, according to Bitwise’s European head of research. Bitcoin’s recent all-time high may be linked to ongoing issues in the Japanese bond market, possibly signaling BTC’s growing recognition as a hedge against instability in the traditional financial (TradFi) system. Bitcoin’s (BTC) price rose to a new all-time high of $112,000 on May 22, before retracing to change hands above $109,700 at the time of writing on May 26, Cointelegraph data shows. While some attributed the rally to geopolitical developments, including US President Donald Trump’s announcement of Russia–Ukraine ceasefire talks on May 19, macroeconomic factors appear to be playing a larger role, according to market analysts. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 13:12 May 26, 2025
You can read Bitcoin candlestick charts with zero experience — here’s how to understand patterns, spot trends, and start making smarter crypto moves. Bitcoin candlesticks are a popular tool among Bitcoin traders because they’re simple to use and offer an intuitive way to understand market sentiment and trends. Bitcoin candlesticks are a rather old tool. Rice trader Honma Munehisa invented them in Japan as far back as the 18th century. They were introduced to Western financial markets in the late 1980s. They help you understand bullish and bearish patterns in technical analysis. This knowledge will get you started with Bitcoin trading. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 12:46 May 26, 2025
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal Bin Saqib as special assistant on blockchain and crypto. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appointed Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal Bin Saqib as his special assistant on blockchain and crypto. Saqib’s appointment takes effect immediately under Rule 4(6) of the Rules of Business, 1973. He has been granted the status of minister of state and will serve without salary or official benefits, according to a May 26 report in the English-language local news outlet, Pakistan Observer. The move follows a series of government initiatives aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s presence in the digital asset space. Just one day prior, Pakistan allocated 2,000 megawatts of surplus electricity exclusively for Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence centers. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 12:45 May 26, 2025
Solana price is 86% higher than its $95 lows reached on April 7, as onchain data and a classic pattern suggest that SOL may continue climbing to new all-time highs. Key takeaways: Solana's $9.4 billion TVL is a 54% increase since April 7. Solana’s memecoin daily trading volume has more than doubled since early April. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 12:10 May 26, 2025
Michael Saylor’s Strategy continued stacking Bitcoin as the cryptocurrency broke an all-time high above $110,000 last week. Michael Saylor’s Strategy, the world’s largest corporate Bitcoin investor, bagged a fresh stash of BTC as the price briefly surged above $110,000 last week. Strategy acquired 4,020 Bitcoin (BTC) for $427.1 million between May 19 and 23, the company announced on May 26. The latest purchases were made at an average price of $106,237 per coin, with Bitcoin smashing past $110,000 on May 22. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 12:07 May 26, 2025
The Hedera Africa Hackathon 2025 will bring together over 10,000 people across more than 20 cities with $1 million in prizes to support blockchain ideas in Africa. The Hashgraph Association and the Exponential Science Foundation have launched the Hedera Africa Hackathon 2025, a global event designed to accelerate Web3 and artificial intelligence adoption across the African continent. With a prize pool of $1 million, the hackathon will run from Aug. 1 to Sept. 30 and aims to attract over 10,000 participants across 15 African countries, according to a news release shared with Cointelegraph. Organized by two nonprofit organizations — the Switzerland-based Hashgraph Association and the tech research-focused Exponential Science Foundation — the event is open to developers, students and entrepreneurs worldwide. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 11:51 May 26, 2025
Vitalik Buterin said there are ways Ethereum can function as a financial fallback in times of instability through hardware solutions. As Sweden reconsiders its push toward a cashless society, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin highlighted the fragility of centralized digital payments and the opportunity presented by decentralized payment alternatives. In recent years, Sweden has led the charge toward a cashless future, with digital payment platforms becoming widespread. However, as concerns over cyber-threats, civil defense and instability have emerged, Swedish authorities are now actively encouraging citizens to keep some cash. Buterin noted the reversal illustrates that while centralized solutions may be efficient, they may not be reliable during times of crisis. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 11:30 May 26, 2025
Bitcoin rebounded above $109,000, eyeing new all-time highs in reaction to President Donald Trump’s decision to extend EU tariffs to July 9. Key points: US President Donald Trump has extended the deadline of a proposed 50% tariff on EU goods to July 9. A temporary easing in trade tensions could help fuel Bitcoin’s rally to new all-time highs. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 11:26 May 26, 2025
Bitcoin could surpass $1.5 million by 2030 as macro fears, fiat inflation and institutional demand drive bullish long-term forecasts. Some prominent financial commentators and investment analysts are predicting a long-term Bitcoin rally that may send the asset’s price above $1 million before the end of the decade, driven by rising inflation and mounting global debt. ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood said Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $1.5 million by 2030 in her firm’s “Bull Case” forecast. In a Feb. 11 video, Wood said the price would require BTC to grow at a compound annual rate of 58% over the next five years, largely fueled by increased institutional adoption. Related: Bitcoin hits new all-time high of $109K as trade war tensions ease Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 10:49 May 26, 2025
Chart patterns and onchain trends align to suggest a 25% downside risk for XRP price in the near term. Key takeaways: Over 70% of XRP’s realized cap was accumulated near recent highs, echoing previous market top patterns. XRP’s active address count has plunged over 90% since March 2025, signaling reduced transactional demand. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 10:08 May 26, 2025
Bitcoin is back at $110,000 after a late surge into the weekly close. How will bulls navigate a brewing US bond crisis and the Fed's "preferred" inflation data? Bitcoin (BTC) bounces back to near fresh all-time highs as a testing macro week unfolds for risk-asset traders. BTC price action dipped below $107,000 before rebounding into the weekly close, as some eagerly anticipate new record highs. US inflation data meets bond market woes this week as the Federal Reserve shows no signs of cutting interest rates. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 09:34 May 26, 2025
Crypto vesting tracker Tokenomist reports that $3.3 billion in tokens will be unlocked in June, a 32% drop from May’s $4.9 billion. Digital assets worth $3.3 billion are set to enter circulation in June as vesting periods for several major projects expire. According to crypto vesting tracker Tokenomist, $3.3 billion in tokens will be released in June, a 32% decline in unlocked tokens month-on-month. In May, such tokens totaled $4.9 billion. Crypto projects allocate tokens for various purposes. For example, a company may promise tokens to team members to reward them for their contributions or sell them to early investors. However, projects usually lock the tokens for a specific period to prevent early holders from dumping before the project matures. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 09:09 May 26, 2025
A victim lost $2.6 million in stablecoins by falling for two zero-value transfer phishing scams within three hours, raising concerns over address poisoning tactics. A single victim was scammed two times within three hours, losing a total of $2.6 million in stablecoins. According to data shared on May 26 by crypto compliance firm Cyvers, the victim sent 843,000 worth of USDt (USDT), followed by another 1.75 million USDt around three hours later. Cyvers said the scam used a method known as a zero-value transfer, a sophisticated form of onchain phishing. Zero-value transfers are an onchain phishing technique that abuses token transfer functions to trick users into sending real funds to attackers. The attackers exploit the token transfer From function to transfer zero tokens from the victim’s wallet to a spoofed address. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 08:12 May 26, 2025
The record-breaking $10.8 billion milestone in crypto ETP inflows year to date came after global crypto investment products posted another record last week. Cryptocurrency investment products saw a sharp increase in inflows last week, driving the year-to-date (YTD) total above $10 billion, according to data from European crypto investment manager CoinShares. Global crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded $3.3 billion of inflows during the week ending May 24, bringing total inflows YTD to a record $10.8 billion, CoinShares reported on May 26. CoinShares head of research James Butterfill said total assets under management (AUM) in crypto ETPs briefly reached an all-time high of $187.5 billion, reflecting strong investor interest. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 00:37 May 26, 2025
Bitcoin cypherpunk Adam Back has backed a $2.2 million funding round for H100 AB Group to help the Swedish health tech firm buy Bitcoin. Blockstream CEO Adam Back has led a 21 million Swedish krona ($2.2 million) funding round in the Swedish health tech company H100 Group AB, which last week said it would start buying Bitcoin. H100 said on May 25 that the funds, secured through 0% interest convertible loans, will be used to purchase Bitcoin (BTC) in line with its Bitcoin-buying pivot announced on May 22. Back, a longtime Bitcoin cypherpunk, contributed around $1.4 million, while the remaining $800,000 came from investment firms Morten Klein, Alundo Invest AS, Race Venture Scandinavia AB and Crafoord Capital Partners. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 22:15 May 25, 2025
The Cetus hack saw $223 million in user funds stolen, most of which has been frozen by Sui network validators and ecosystem partners. Blockchain security firm Dedaub released a post-mortem report on the Cetus decentralized exchange hack, identifying the root cause of the attack as an exploit of the liquidity parameters used by the Cetus automated market maker (AMM), which went undetected by a code "overflow" check. According to the report, the hackers exploited a flaw in the most significant bits (MSB) check, allowing them to manipulate the values for the liquidity parameters by orders of magnitude and establish relatively large positions with a keystroke. The Dedaub security researchers wrote: The incident and the post-mortem update reflect the unfortunate trend of cybersecurity exploits and hacks impacting crypto and the Web3 industry. Read more -
Cointelegraph.com - 20:30 May 25, 2025
The investment fund combines multifamily real estate with BTC, maximizing upside by converting a portion of the monthly cash flows to BTC. Cardone Capital, a real estate investment firm with over $5 billion in assets under management, launched the 10X Miami River Bitcoin Fund, a dual-asset fund consisting of a 346-unit multifamily commercial property located on the Miami River in Miami, Florida, and $15 million of Bitcoin (BTC). In an interview with Cointelegraph, Cardone Capital founder and CEO Grant Cardone said the Miami River Bitcoin Fund, which is the firm's fourth blended investment vehicle mixing BTC and commercial multifamily real estate, will convert a portion of its monthly cash flows to BTC. Cardone told Cointelegraph the impetus to start the fund followed a suggestion from his brother. The CEO said: Read more
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