Bitcoin falls below $66K as US and Iran launch new strikes
Bitcoin saw its largest daily drop since early February on Tuesday as the cryptocurrency shed more than $4,500 in a single day.
Crypto turns ‘contrarian bet’ as AI stocks draw investor attention: Bitwise
“Investors still believe in crypto, but now that it’s a contrarian bet, they favor fundamentals over vibes,” says Bitwise investment chief Matt Hougan.
Modern robots impress, but are years away from replacing humans
AI robotics company Figure posted several videos on X throughout May showcasing its robots performing basic tasks, including cleaning a room and sorting packages.
Cardano’s TapTools to wind down after 5 execs exit
Despite the planned wind-down, TapTools says it is open to being acquired or taking on external resources to continue maintaining the platform.
UK Lords warn BoE could regulate pound stablecoins into irrelevance
A UK House of Lords committee warned that strict stablecoin rules could make pound sterling tokens commercially unworkable despite supporting regulation.
US lawmakers push back on Labor Department plans to include crypto in 401(k)s
The three members of Congress said the volatility of digital assets and “lack of regulation and safeguards” could put Americans’ retirement savings at risk.
SEC makes digital assets strategic priority through 2030
The regulator’s five-year roadmap calls for clearer crypto rules, support for tokenization and a framework for staking and onchain markets.
Crypto PACs pour $3M into Maryland races as California voters head to polls
An affiliate of a political action committee backed by crypto companies ramped up spending on ads in California ahead of Tuesday’s primaries, but still has millions of dollars at stake in Maryland later this month.
Crypto correction vaporized $176B in investor funds: Are bears back in control?
Bitcoin and altcoin prices crumbled as BTC lost the $70,000 level. Will investors’ pivot to AI stocks continue to weigh on crypto markets?
Coinbase invests in ProShares ETF tailored for stablecoin reserve assets
The exchange has invested an undisclosed amount in ProShares’ Treasury-focused ETF built for the post-GENIUS era as lawmakers debate whether stablecoin issuers can offer yield-bearing products.