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Brazilian authorities are seeking a ban on chat app Discord after a planned attack on LGBTQ+ attendees at a Lady Gaga concert. The country has targeted social media platforms in the past.

“We’re in the midst of nothing short of a technological revolution,” Adams said at a Monday press briefing. “It’s not the future, it is here and it’s here now.”

A malicious actor who exploited the decentralized finance platform MobiusDAO has made off with more than $2 million after depositing less than $1 worth of Binance Coin. 

The merger is the latest among companies focusing on buying and holding Bitcoin.

Strategy has continued its aggressive Bitcoin accumulation, acquiring 13,390 BTC for $1.34 bn at $99,856 each. The firm now holds 568,840 BTC obtained for $39.41 bn while traders assess the impact of a three-month U.S.–China tariff pause and shifting policy conditions. The post Strategy Scoops 13,390 Bitcoin in $1.34B Blitz – Tariff Truce Sparks Volatility appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin price takes an unexpected turn to the downside even as stocks soar following the US-China trade deal announcement. Key takeaways: Bitcoin lags as investors shift toward stocks after the US and China strike a deal that could end the current trade war. Macroeconomic conditions are swinging away from gold investing and back to stocks.  Read more

The asset manager added a detailed overview of quantum computing threats to the risk disclosure in its Bitcoin ETF's regulatory filing. Emerging technologies, including quantum computing, could potentially render the cryptography securing Bitcoin and other blockchain networks ineffective, asset manager BlackRock said in a regulatory filing.  On May 9, BlackRock updated the registration statement for its iShares Bitcoin ETF (IBIT). The revised version addressed potential risks to the integrity of the Bitcoin network posed by quantum computing, the filing shows. “[I]f quantum computing technology is able to advance […] it could potentially undermine the viability of many of the cryptographic algorithms used across the world’s information technology infrastructure, including the cryptographic algorithms used for digital assets like bitcoin,” BlackRock said. Read more

Pump.fun introduced a revenue-sharing mechanism for token creators on May 12, enabling them to collect 0.05% of trading volume in Solana (SOL) from transactions conducted on PumpSwap.  To qualify for earnings, a token must meet at least one of three criteria: It must be newly created, still trading on Pump.fun’s bonding curve, or previously graduated […] The post Pumpfun launches creator rewards, $7M potential based on April volume appeared first on CryptoSlate.

After one month of eye-popping gains, fattened bulls are lightening up after the U.S. and China announced a trade truce.

Despite restrictions in many developed markets, USDt still commands 61% of the total stablecoin market by circulating supply. Tether’s USDt (USDT) surpassed a $150 billion market capitalization for the first time on May 12, marking a new milestone amid growing stablecoin adoption. USDt’s circulating supply has expanded by over 36% in the past year, with growth accelerating in November following the election of US President Donald Trump. At its current supply, Tether accounts for 61% of the global stablecoin market, according to CoinMarketCap data. It’s followed by Circle’s USDC (USDC), which accounts for nearly 25% of the stablecoin market.  Read more

[PRESS RELEASE – Dublin, Ireland, May 12th, 2025] AB DAO and the AB Charity Foundation co-hosted the inaugural “Tech-Driven Philanthropy Closed-Door Forum” in Dublin, Ireland, marking a major milestone in their joint mission to reshape the global philanthropic landscape through technology and trust. The forum was chaired by Mr. Bertie Ahern, Chairman of the AB […]

Artificial intelligence search startup Perplexity is reportedly in advanced talks to raise $500 million in a new funding round that would value the company at $14 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The round is expected to be led by venture capital giant Accel, with continued backing from Nvidia, […] The post AI search startup Perplexity on track for massive $14 billion valuation – WSJ appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin sells off after nearly rallying to $106,000, but data suggests the correction will be short-lived. Key takeaways: Possible de-risking ahead of the May 13 CPI print could be playing a role in today’s BTC price correction. Bitcoin market structure and qualitative fundamentals remain bullish, suggesting today’s correction could be short-lived. Read more

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Crypto might now be in the outsourcing phase of capitalism.

The deal aims to strengthen Anchorage Digital’s role in the institutional stablecoin ecosystem, CEO Nathan McCauley said.

XRP has climbed more than 10% over the past 24 hours to outperform the broader crypto market. According to CryptoSlate data, the token jumped to $2.59, its highest price since March. The surge triggered more than $20 million in liquidations across derivatives platforms, based on Coinglass data. XRP’s open interest rises XRP’s momentum comes amid […] The post XRP outperforms crypto market with 10% jump as open interest surges past $5B appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Stellar has recorded a 38% month-long rally, buoyed by surging transaction counts, sub-cent fees and heavyweight partnerships. Messari data show 3.3 m transfers processed on May 11 for just $4k. Mastercard, MoneyGram and IBM collaborations have reinforced confidence, lifting $XLM past a $10 bn valuation. The post Stellar Jumps 38%, Crushes XRP on Transactions as Bulls Eye $0.50 Breakout appeared first on Cryptonews.

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U.S. authorities ordered Pratt and his accomplices to forfeit their Bitcoin in July 2024.