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  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sees stablecoins creating $2T in demand for government debt
    CryptoSlate - 00:00 May 08, 2025
    The US Treasury could experience a surge in demand for government debt from the digital asset sector, potentially reaching $2 trillion over the next several years, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Bessent made the statement during a House Financial Services Committee hearing on the global financial system, where he emphasized the growing financial relevance […] The post Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sees stablecoins creating $2T in demand for government debt appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Robinhood reportedly considering Solana, Arbitrum for new blockchain securities platform in Europe
    CryptoSlate - 23:16 May 07, 2025
    Robinhood is reportedly working on blockchain infrastructure that will enable European retail investors to trade US securities, Bloomberg News reported on May 7. According to the report, the brokerage platform is exploring a partnership with a digital asset firm to support the initiative and is considering Arbitrum and Solana as potential blockchain layers. People with […] The post Robinhood reportedly considering Solana, Arbitrum for new blockchain securities platform in Europe appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Bitcoin recovers but market still on edge with short-term holders near breakeven
    CryptoSlate - 22:00 May 07, 2025
    Bitcoin (BTC) remains in a technically critical zone controlled by short-term holders despite its recovery to nearly $98,000, which has eased financial stress across the network, according to a May 7 report by Glassnode. The report highlighted recent market behavior pointing to improved capital inflows and investor sentiment. Additionally, it warned that the current price […] The post Bitcoin recovers but market still on edge with short-term holders near breakeven appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • OCC reaffirms banks’ authority to offer crypto services without prior approval
    CryptoSlate - 21:15 May 07, 2025
    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) clarified on May 7 that federally chartered banks and savings associations may offer crypto services, namely custody and execution, including through third-party providers, provided they adhere to sound risk management practices and legal compliance.  The clarification, issued through Interpretive Letter 1184, confirms and expands on earlier […] The post OCC reaffirms banks’ authority to offer crypto services without prior approval appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Congressman Torres proposes bill to ban federal officials from trading or owning crypto
    CryptoSlate - 20:37 May 07, 2025
    Representative Ritchie Torres is reportedly preparing to introduce legislation prohibiting federal officials from owning or trading crypto while in office.  The measure seeks to close potential conflicts of interest and expand existing financial ethics rules to include digital assets. The proposed bill would apply to a wide range of public servants, including members of Congress, […] The post Congressman Torres proposes bill to ban federal officials from trading or owning crypto appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • ZachXBT reveals Coinbase users lost another $45M in a week to ongoing social engineering scams
    CryptoSlate - 19:26 May 07, 2025
    Blockchain investigator ZachXBT revealed that Coinbase users lost another $45 million over the past week due to coordinated social engineering scams.  The update, shared on his Telegram channel, identifies multiple wallet addresses connected to the theft and links the latest activity to a broader pattern of crypto heists that has persisted for months. The report […] The post ZachXBT reveals Coinbase users lost another $45M in a week to ongoing social engineering scams appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Revolut partners with Lightspark to integrate Bitcoin lightning payments
    CryptoSlate - 18:30 May 07, 2025
    UK fintech giant Revolut has partnered with Lightspark to bring Lightning Network support for Bitcoin (BTC) payments to users in the UK and select European Economic Area countries, the companies announced on May 7. The integration enables near-instant, low-cost Bitcoin transactions for Revolut users by leveraging Lightspark’s enterprise-grade infrastructure. It marks a major milestone for […] The post Revolut partners with Lightspark to integrate Bitcoin lightning payments appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive makes bold move as first NASDAQ-listed asset manager with a Bitcoin treasury
    CryptoSlate - 17:00 May 07, 2025
    Strive Asset Management has agreed to merge with Asset Entities Inc., setting the stage for a bold transition into a Bitcoin-focused treasury company. According to a May 7 statement, the deal will see the combined firm operate under the Strive name and continue trading on NASDAQ. The firm said the move would create the first […] The post Vivek Ramaswamy’s Strive makes bold move as first NASDAQ-listed asset manager with a Bitcoin treasury appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Bitcoin NASDAQ-listed Vivek Ramaswamy Strive
  • MoonPay Enters Strategic Collaboration with TRON
    CryptoSlate - 16:13 May 07, 2025
    Geneva, Switzerland, May 7, 2025  – TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), has announced a strategic collaboration with MoonPay, the global leader in crypto payments. The first phase of the collaboration enables users across the United States to purchase TRX, the […] The post MoonPay Enters Strategic Collaboration with TRON appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • U.S. stablecoin regulation could be delayed as pro-crypto Democrats pull support
    CryptoSlate - 20:33 May 04, 2025
    A group of nine Democratic Senators announced that they will withdraw their support for the landmark U.S. stablecoin legislation unless changes are made to the bill. In a joint statement issued on May 3, the Senators noted that there are several issues with the current version of the stablecoin bill known as the Guiding and […] The post U.S. stablecoin regulation could be delayed as pro-crypto Democrats pull support appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • TRON’s X account hacked in the latest social engineering attack
    CryptoSlate - 13:34 May 04, 2025
    The organization behind one of the world’s largest blockchain networks confirmed that TRON’s X account was compromised on May 2, 2025, in a targeted social engineering attack. The breach lasted from 9:25 A.M. PST, when an unauthorized party published a post containing a suspicious contract address. The hacker then proceeded to send direct messages (DMs) […] The post TRON’s X account hacked in the latest social engineering attack appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Why DeFi agents need a private brain
    CryptoSlate - 11:00 May 04, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion of Matej Janež, Head of Partnerships at Oasis. At EthDenver earlier this year, one topic kept coming up again and again: AI and autonomous AI Agents. That excitement has carried over into other crypto conferences as the year has gone on. There is good reason for the […] The post Why DeFi agents need a private brain appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3
    CryptoSlate - 03:00 May 04, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion from Hart Lambur, Co-Founder of RIsk Labs (UMA and Across). Solana’s recent growth didn’t come at Ethereum’s expense. It expanded the total crypto user base. Instead of pulling users away from Ethereum, Solana served as a gateway for new entrants into web3. With fast transactions and low fees, […] The post Solana’s moment is good for Ethereum and Web3 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Vitalik Buterin wants to make Ethereum ‘as simple as Bitcoin’ by 2030
    CryptoSlate - 23:04 May 03, 2025
    Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin believes that the blockchain’s long-term resilience and scalability hinge on making it simple, like Bitcoin. In a blog post on May 3, he described how “Ethereum 5 years from now can become close to as simple as Bitcoin.” Buterin wrote: “One of the best things about Bitcoin is how beautifully simple […] The post Vitalik Buterin wants to make Ethereum ‘as simple as Bitcoin’ by 2030 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Ethereum Bitcoin Vitalik Buterin
  • In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough
    CryptoSlate - 20:00 May 03, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion by Adam Gągol, Co-founder of Aleph Zero. It’s often said that if you want something done, make it easy to do. This truism runs across disciplines from marketing to sales. Perhaps it has never been more true than in crypto, with ten centralized exchanges accounting for 90% of […] The post In crypto, privacy simply isn’t simple enough appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Hong Kong’s web3 moment: Blink and you’ll miss it
    CryptoSlate - 17:00 May 03, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion from Sandy Peng, Co-Founder of Scroll. Over 1,000 FinTech companies and nearly 5,000 startups now call Hong Kong home, a 15% jump in just one year. Hong Kong has rapidly transformed into one of Asia’s most dynamic innovation hubs, having just been named the second-most crypto-friendly city […] The post Hong Kong’s web3 moment: Blink and you’ll miss it appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Hong Kong Blink
  • Regulated exchanges hold the key to unlocking the altcoin season
    CryptoSlate - 14:02 May 03, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion from Przemysław Kral, CEO of zondacrypto. Since the enforcement of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations, the European crypto landscape has been fundamentally reshaped—and for the better. Crypto has now entered an era in which exchanges are required to prioritize regulatory compliance, centering user safety in hopes of […] The post Regulated exchanges hold the key to unlocking the altcoin season appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • ZachXBT reveals $7M of the OG holder’s stolen Bitcoin was frozen with Binance’s help
    CryptoSlate - 00:00 May 03, 2025
    Blockchain analyst ZachXBT revealed that roughly $7 million of the $330 million in Bitcoin (BTC) stolen from a longtime US crypto holder has been frozen with the help of Binance. The update comes days after ZachXBT first reported a suspicious transfer of 3,520 BTC, worth about $330 million at the time, from a single wallet. […] The post ZachXBT reveals $7M of the OG holder’s stolen Bitcoin was frozen with Binance’s help appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Crypto funding hits $4.9B in Q1 2025 with US firms leading the charge
    CryptoSlate - 22:50 May 02, 2025
    Crypto venture funding reached $4.9 billion in the first quarter of 2025, marking a strong comeback for the industry, according to a May 1 report by Galaxy. The total capital raised was 40% higher than the previous quarter and came from 446 deals, which also reflected a 7% growth during the period. This makes the […] The post Crypto funding hits $4.9B in Q1 2025 with US firms leading the charge appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Doomsday clock hit 89 seconds to midnight but Bitcoin could turn back time?
    CryptoSlate - 09:56 May 02, 2025
    The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic gauge maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists since 1947, now stands at 89 seconds to midnight. This marks its closest position yet, reflecting an era shaped by multiple existential threats, including nuclear tensions, climate volatility, and disruptive technologies. The latest release brings the clock closer to midnight than […] The post Doomsday clock hit 89 seconds to midnight but Bitcoin could turn back time? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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