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  • Solana reveals attestation service to supercharge internet capital markets
    CryptoSlate - 02:00 May 27, 2025
    Solana Foundation introduced the Solana Attestation Service on May 23, positioning the protocol as a trust layer for what the network’s backers call “internet capital markets.” The open-source service lets approved issuers bind off-chain credentials, such as know-your-customer results, geographic eligibility, or accreditation status, to a user’s wallet address without exposing personal data on-chain. Attestations […] The post Solana reveals attestation service to supercharge internet capital markets appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • SEC Crypto Task Force discusses securities tokenization with Nasdaq, DeFi startups
    CryptoSlate - 22:03 May 26, 2025
    Last week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force intensified studies on how public blockchain technology can support the issuance and trading of tokenized securities. The group held separate meetings with Nasdaq, Plume Network, and Etherealize on how securities can be issued and traded on public blockchains. All three meetings resulted in […] The post SEC Crypto Task Force discusses securities tokenization with Nasdaq, DeFi startups appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Bitcoin consolidates below all-time high as profit-taking, tariff risks cool price momentum
    CryptoSlate - 18:14 May 26, 2025
    Bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing a healthy consolidation phase after last week’s record high of $111,880, but it still faces threats from significant profit-taking movements. According to a May 26 “Bitfinex Alpha” report, strong spot demand and steady exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows lifted BTC more than 50% from early-April lows before President Donald Trump’s tariff threat […] The post Bitcoin consolidates below all-time high as profit-taking, tariff risks cool price momentum appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Trump Media reportedly plans $3B raise for crypto buys via equity raise, bond backing
    CryptoSlate - 17:45 May 26, 2025
    Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) plans to raise $3 billion to purchase Bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto, as the Financial Times reported. The report cited six people briefed on the transaction, who said the company intends to sell about $2 billion in new equity and another $1 billion of convertible bonds. Additionally, the sources […] The post Trump Media reportedly plans $3B raise for crypto buys via equity raise, bond backing appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Crypto trader loses $2.5 million USDT after falling for address poisoning scam twice
    CryptoSlate - 16:15 May 26, 2025
    A crypto trader lost over $2.5 million worth of Tether (USDT) after falling for the same scam twice within hours. On May 26, blockchain security firm Scam Sniffer reported that the first error occurred when the trader copied a manipulated wallet address from their transaction history. This resulted in a transfer of $843,000 to the […] The post Crypto trader loses $2.5 million USDT after falling for address poisoning scam twice appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Strategy acquires another 4,020 BTC following Bitcoin’s new ATH
    CryptoSlate - 15:15 May 26, 2025
    Strategy has acquired an additional 4,020 BTC for $427.1 million at an average purchase price of $106,237 per Bitcoin. According to a May 26 statement, Strategy funded its latest Bitcoin purchase by selling several equity instruments between May 19 and 25. This included 847,000 shares of its Class A common stock (MSTR), generating $348.7 million […] The post Strategy acquires another 4,020 BTC following Bitcoin’s new ATH appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Crypto ETPs saw $3.3 billion in inflows last week as BTC and ETH surged
    CryptoSlate - 14:15 May 26, 2025
    Digital asset investment products attracted $3.3 billion in inflows last week, marking the sixth consecutive week of gains. According to CoinShares‘ latest weekly data, this brings total inflows over the past six weeks to $10.5 billion and year-to-date (YTD) flows to a record $10.8 billion. CoinShares’ head of research, James Butterfill, noted that investor demand has […] The post Crypto ETPs saw $3.3 billion in inflows last week as BTC and ETH surged appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Pakistan to allocate 2,000 MW for Bitcoin mining and AI data centers
    CryptoSlate - 13:00 May 26, 2025
    Pakistan will allocate 2,000 megawatts of electricity for Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. According to a Bloomberg report, the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) overseeing the project confirmed that three underutilized coal-powered plants, currently operating at just 15% capacity, will be repurposed to support this initiative. This development is part of the government’s […] The post Pakistan to allocate 2,000 MW for Bitcoin mining and AI data centers appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Dubai chooses XRP Ledger to power new real estate tokenization initative
    CryptoSlate - 11:45 May 26, 2025
    The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has selected XRP Ledger (XRPL) to power its landmark real estate tokenization initiative. The announcement, made on May 25, introduces several new partners to the project, including the Dubai Future Foundation, real estate investment platform Prypco, and blockchain infrastructure firm Ctrl Alt. Ctrl Alt will oversee the tokenization framework, ensuring […] The post Dubai chooses XRP Ledger to power new real estate tokenization initative appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Bitcoin price rebound to $110,000 wipes out a $1 billion short on Hyperliquid
    CryptoSlate - 10:45 May 26, 2025
    Bitcoin saw a mild bounce during early trading in Asia, rising 3% to briefly touch $110,256 before settling at $109,652, CryptoSlate data showed. This uptick followed a weekend pullback from recent record highs. Market analysts suggest that BTC’s price trajectory remains solid, backed by favorable regulatory developments and steady institutional participation. Valentin Fournier, Lead Analyst […] The post Bitcoin price rebound to $110,000 wipes out a $1 billion short on Hyperliquid appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies
    CryptoSlate - 02:00 May 26, 2025
    The following is a guest post and analysis from Vincent Maliepaard, Marketing Director at Sentora. The Bitcoin market cap recently surpassed $2 trillion, and with over 50 million bitcoin addresses with a balance, the value of the asset is becoming undeniable. However, where traditional currencies like dollars or euros typically pay interest on holdings, Bitcoin […] The post Understanding Bitcoin yield: staking, liquid staking tokens and vaulted strategies appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Tether to issue separate stablecoin for U.S. despite ‘getting comfortable’ with the Genius Act, CEO says
    CryptoSlate - 22:35 May 25, 2025
    Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino told Bloomberg on Friday that the company is “open to” creating a separate domestic stablecoin to meet the needs of the U.S. market. The news comes amid the U.S. trying to push through a stablecoin legislation—the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act). The international issuer of […] The post Tether to issue separate stablecoin for U.S. despite ‘getting comfortable’ with the Genius Act, CEO says appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Talking beers, bars, and $80 million losses with SportFi pioneer Chiliz’s Max Rabinovitch 
    CryptoSlate - 16:32 May 25, 2025
    It’s not too often that an interview at a crypto conference feels more like meeting a mate for a few beers at a bar. Yet that’s exactly what speaking with Max Rabinovitch, the Chief Strategy Officer of Chiliz, is like. Unhurried and unpretentious, after the high-octane pace of TOKEN2049 week, it feels good to take […] The post Talking beers, bars, and $80 million losses with SportFi pioneer Chiliz’s Max Rabinovitch  appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Former IMF chief economist believes crypto is a rising threat to the U.S. Dollar’s dominance
    CryptoSlate - 03:00 May 25, 2025
    American economist Kenneth Rogoff believes that the rise of crypto poses a threat to the hegemony of the U.S. dollar. Rogoff previously served as the chief economist at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and on the Federal Reserve Board. He is a published author and an economics professor at Harvard University. In an interview with […] The post Former IMF chief economist believes crypto is a rising threat to the U.S. Dollar’s dominance appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Trump’s controversial memecoin dinner elicited mixed responses from attendees
    CryptoSlate - 23:16 May 24, 2025
    U.S. President Donald Trump’s private dinner gala with the top 220 holders of his memecoin, which generated controversy from its announcement, took place on May 22. But what was touted as “the most exclusive invitation in the world” elicited mixed and wide-ranging responses from its attendees. While some complained about the quality of the food […] The post Trump’s controversial memecoin dinner elicited mixed responses from attendees appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • Bad tokenomics kill good projects (here’s how to improve them)
    CryptoSlate - 14:00 May 24, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion of Arthur Iinuma, Principal consultant and Founder of Iinuma.io. While good tokenomics cannot save unsound projects, even the most promising network launches can fail from poor token design. Spectacular flameouts like Terra LUNA and Celsius expose the dangers of financial sleight-of-hand—algorithmic stablecoins and yield schemes masquerading as […] The post Bad tokenomics kill good projects (here’s how to improve them) appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • How to best leverage LSDFi?
    CryptoSlate - 11:08 May 24, 2025
    The following is a guest post and analysis from Shane Neagle, Editor In Chief fromThe Tokenist. With Bitcoin dominance climbing to a 4-year high of 63%, it is clear that the altcoin market is not doing so well. Many a memecoin has sullied the crypto experience, alongside constant generation of new tokens that dilute the […] The post How to best leverage LSDFi? appeared first on CryptoSlate.
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  • BlackRock’s IBIT leads all US ETF inflows following Bitcoin’s historic rally to new ATH
    CryptoSlate - 23:00 May 23, 2025
    BlackRock’s IBIT topped all US-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in inflows on May 22 following Bitcoin’s rally to a new all-time high above $110,000. On May 23, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas reported that IBIT attracted $877.18 million in inflows that day, outpacing traditional heavyweights like Vanguard’s VOO, which tracks the S&P 500. VOO, typically a […] The post BlackRock’s IBIT leads all US ETF inflows following Bitcoin’s historic rally to new ATH appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Former SafeMoon CEO Braden Karony convicted on all charges in $200M crypto fraud scheme
    CryptoSlate - 22:02 May 23, 2025
    A federal jury convicted former SafeMoon Braden John Karony on all charges in a crypto fraud scheme that siphoned millions from investors under false promises of decentralized finance security. The jury found Karony guilty of conspiracy to commit securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering after a 12-day trial in Brooklyn on May 21. Prosecutors […] The post Former SafeMoon CEO Braden Karony convicted on all charges in $200M crypto fraud scheme appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • TRON Network Strengthens Global Payment Infrastructure as Bridge, a Stripe Company, Expands Integration
    CryptoSlate - 22:00 May 23, 2025
    Geneva, Switzerland, May 23, 2025 –  TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), has announced the expansion of a strategic integration from Bridge, a leading stablecoin orchestration platform and a Stripe company. This development further solidifies TRON’s role as a preferred settlement […] The post TRON Network Strengthens Global Payment Infrastructure as Bridge, a Stripe Company, Expands Integration appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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