π Altseason Still Ahead, Says CryptoQuant
BTC briefly touched $106K before correcting to $105.2K, while ETH holds strong above $2,600, pulling some alts upward.
π According to CryptoQuant, βitβs not time to lose hope yet.β As we approach the final stage of this cycle, BTC dominance is expected to drop, setting the stage for a powerful altcoin rally.
π° The real altseason β with unprecedented gains β may be just around the corner. Do you believe in this?
BTC briefly touched $106K before correcting to $105.2K, while ETH holds strong above $2,600, pulling some alts upward.
π According to CryptoQuant, βitβs not time to lose hope yet.β As we approach the final stage of this cycle, BTC dominance is expected to drop, setting the stage for a powerful altcoin rally.
π° The real altseason β with unprecedented gains β may be just around the corner. Do you believe in this?
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πΉ Robinhood acquires Bitstamp for $200M
U.S. fintech giant Robinhood has officially acquired one of the oldest crypto exchanges β Bitstamp β for $200 million π°
This strategic move expands Robinhoodβs global footprint across Europe, the UK, and Asia π
With this deal, Robinhood signals deeper ambitions in crypto beyond the U.S. β targeting international users and positioning itself as a major player in the next wave of global adoption π
U.S. fintech giant Robinhood has officially acquired one of the oldest crypto exchanges β Bitstamp β for $200 million π°
This strategic move expands Robinhoodβs global footprint across Europe, the UK, and Asia π
With this deal, Robinhood signals deeper ambitions in crypto beyond the U.S. β targeting international users and positioning itself as a major player in the next wave of global adoption π
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Coinbase Data Leak Tied to Indian Contractor π§
π A major customer data leak at Coinbase was traced back to its contractor TaskUs, according to a Reuters investigation. In January, an employee at TaskUs's India office was caught filming her screen to allegedly send sensitive data to hackers in exchange for bribes.
π₯· Coinbase confirmed the incident only in May, after hackers demanded $20M to avoid publishing stolen data. A total of 69,461 users were affected β with names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, banking info, ID photos, and transaction histories exposed. π
The exchange estimates potential damages between $180Mβ$400M. Over 200 TaskUs employees have since been fired.
Meanwhile, users report phishing calls urging them to transfer crypto to "safe wallets" β fraudsters allegedly made up to $7M daily from the scheme. π΅ π£
π A major customer data leak at Coinbase was traced back to its contractor TaskUs, according to a Reuters investigation. In January, an employee at TaskUs's India office was caught filming her screen to allegedly send sensitive data to hackers in exchange for bribes.
π₯· Coinbase confirmed the incident only in May, after hackers demanded $20M to avoid publishing stolen data. A total of 69,461 users were affected β with names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, banking info, ID photos, and transaction histories exposed. π
The exchange estimates potential damages between $180Mβ$400M. Over 200 TaskUs employees have since been fired.
Meanwhile, users report phishing calls urging them to transfer crypto to "safe wallets" β fraudsters allegedly made up to $7M daily from the scheme. π΅ π£
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π DEX Dominance Hits Record High in May 2025
In May 2025, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) captured a record 25% share of the total crypto spot trading volume.
π Top DEXs by volume:
1οΈβ£ PancakeSwap β $171.6B
2οΈβ£ Uniswap β $92.1B
3οΈβ£ Raydium β $27.9B
The trend highlights growing user interest in non-custodial, on-chain trading solutions amid increasing scrutiny of centralized platforms.
In May 2025, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) captured a record 25% share of the total crypto spot trading volume.
π Top DEXs by volume:
1οΈβ£ PancakeSwap β $171.6B
2οΈβ£ Uniswap β $92.1B
3οΈβ£ Raydium β $27.9B
The trend highlights growing user interest in non-custodial, on-chain trading solutions amid increasing scrutiny of centralized platforms.
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π΅οΈββοΈ Bitcoin-Mossad?
Early Bitcoin developer Martti Malmi proposed creating a special task force to protect BTC holders from physical threats β inspired by Israelβs Mossad.
The idea arose amid growing concerns that mass crypto adoption could make large holders targets for violence.
βWe need something like a βnever forget, never forgiveβ organization to deter criminals,β Malmi said β suggesting a βBitcoin Mossadβ HQ in El Salvador. π€―
Interesting conceptβ¦ but how would that even work? π
Early Bitcoin developer Martti Malmi proposed creating a special task force to protect BTC holders from physical threats β inspired by Israelβs Mossad.
The idea arose amid growing concerns that mass crypto adoption could make large holders targets for violence.
βWe need something like a βnever forget, never forgiveβ organization to deter criminals,β Malmi said β suggesting a βBitcoin Mossadβ HQ in El Salvador. π€―
Interesting conceptβ¦ but how would that even work? π
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πΈ Here are all the new Bitcoin treasuries that emerged in May 2025
π Bitcoin = Stock Booster?
Π‘ompanies are increasingly adding BTC to their balance sheets β and even tiny buys trigger big market reactions. π
π³π΄ Case in point: Norwegian Block Exchange announced the purchase of just 6 BTC (with plans to grow to 10 BTC) β and its stock surged 138% in a single day.
Looks like a new trend is forming: even a small bet on Bitcoin can lead to a major revaluation by investors. π
Π‘ompanies are increasingly adding BTC to their balance sheets β and even tiny buys trigger big market reactions. π
π³π΄ Case in point: Norwegian Block Exchange announced the purchase of just 6 BTC (with plans to grow to 10 BTC) β and its stock surged 138% in a single day.
Looks like a new trend is forming: even a small bet on Bitcoin can lead to a major revaluation by investors. π
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Binance holds nearly 59% of all stablecoin reserves π΅
According to CryptoQuant, Binance currently holds around $31 billion in USDT and USDC, accounting for nearly 59% of all stablecoin reserves across exchanges. π°
This massive share highlights Binanceβs dominant role in crypto liquidity and trading volume β and its importance in the stablecoin ecosystem. π
According to CryptoQuant, Binance currently holds around $31 billion in USDT and USDC, accounting for nearly 59% of all stablecoin reserves across exchanges. π°
This massive share highlights Binanceβs dominant role in crypto liquidity and trading volume β and its importance in the stablecoin ecosystem. π
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πΈ Bitcoin to $3M?
Easy, says Tom Lee from Fundstrat. He predicts BTC will hit $250K by the end of 2025 and soar to $3 million eventually. π
The logic? Simple: demand will outpace supply β fewer new coins, more hungry buyers. Classic FOMO fuel. π₯π
So... is now the time to YOLO everything into BTC and vibe until moon? π (Not financial advice, just emotional support.)
Easy, says Tom Lee from Fundstrat. He predicts BTC will hit $250K by the end of 2025 and soar to $3 million eventually. π
The logic? Simple: demand will outpace supply β fewer new coins, more hungry buyers. Classic FOMO fuel. π₯π
So... is now the time to YOLO everything into BTC and vibe until moon? π (Not financial advice, just emotional support.)
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πΊπΈ Trump Crypto Wallet: Real or Rumor?
π Bloomberg reports that Donald Trump is launching a crypto wallet and trading app, with development led by Magic Eden and TrumpMeme.
However, Trumpβs sons have publicly denied involvement:
π£ Eric Trump: "I know nothing about this project."
π£ Donald Trump Jr.: "The Trump Organization has zero involvement. But stay tuned β our official wallet via World Liberty Financial is coming soon."
Despite denials, similar rumors around Trump-related projects have materialized in the past β and Trump Jr.βs comment suggests an official product is indeed in the works. π€
π Bloomberg reports that Donald Trump is launching a crypto wallet and trading app, with development led by Magic Eden and TrumpMeme.
However, Trumpβs sons have publicly denied involvement:
π£ Eric Trump: "I know nothing about this project."
π£ Donald Trump Jr.: "The Trump Organization has zero involvement. But stay tuned β our official wallet via World Liberty Financial is coming soon."
Despite denials, similar rumors around Trump-related projects have materialized in the past β and Trump Jr.βs comment suggests an official product is indeed in the works. π€
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πΊπΈ πͺU.S. Military May Back Bitcoin Reserve β Senator Lummis
Senator Cynthia Lummis has stated that U.S. military leadership is reportedly open to supporting the creation of a Bitcoin reserve. This would mark a significant development in the institutional adoption of BTC.
In addition, Lummis reiterated her long-term outlook, predicting that Bitcoin could see a major price surge within the next 10 years. π
As global interest in digital assets grows, the idea of Bitcoin as a strategic reserve is gaining traction β even at the national defense level.
Senator Cynthia Lummis has stated that U.S. military leadership is reportedly open to supporting the creation of a Bitcoin reserve. This would mark a significant development in the institutional adoption of BTC.
In addition, Lummis reiterated her long-term outlook, predicting that Bitcoin could see a major price surge within the next 10 years. π
As global interest in digital assets grows, the idea of Bitcoin as a strategic reserve is gaining traction β even at the national defense level.
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πΊπΈβοΈ Marathon Digital (MARA), the largest Bitcoin miner in the U.S., mined 950 BTC in May β the highest monthly total since the April 2024 halving and a 35% increase from April's output. π
π The company now holds 49,179 BTC on its balance sheet, with no coins sold.
Steady growth and strong accumulation β a bullish signal for the mining sector. π
π The company now holds 49,179 BTC on its balance sheet, with no coins sold.
Steady growth and strong accumulation β a bullish signal for the mining sector. π
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π Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino: Companyβs main focus remains outside the U.S., despite friendlier domestic policies under President Trump
π΅ Why? Global stablecoin demand is booming β with Asia and Latin America leading the way. In 2024 alone, stablecoin payments hit $51.4B, with USDT holding a dominant 62β91% share in most markets.
πΊπΈ Meanwhile, U.S. regulations (like the Genius Act) could bring audits, compliance burdens, and slower growth β pushing Tether to possibly launch a separate U.S.-compliant stablecoin instead.
Tetherβs bet? Go where crypto is needed most β and least regulated. π
π΅ Why? Global stablecoin demand is booming β with Asia and Latin America leading the way. In 2024 alone, stablecoin payments hit $51.4B, with USDT holding a dominant 62β91% share in most markets.
πΊπΈ Meanwhile, U.S. regulations (like the Genius Act) could bring audits, compliance burdens, and slower growth β pushing Tether to possibly launch a separate U.S.-compliant stablecoin instead.
Tetherβs bet? Go where crypto is needed most β and least regulated. π
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π Bitcoinβs supply is drying up β and a breakout may be near: Sygnum Bank
π Over the past 18 months, BTCβs liquid supply dropped 30%, fueled by ETF inflows, corporate buys, and state-level reserve strategies. Around 1M BTC left exchanges since late 2023 β setting up a potential demand shock. π§
π Growing interest from Pakistan, Reform UK, and 3 U.S. states considering BTC reserves could further boost momentum β not just via demand, but strong market signals.
π₯ Meanwhile, Bitcoin's upside volatility now outpaces downside, signaling a maturing asset class attracting institutional capital.
Even Ethereum is catching a bid again, with the Pectra upgrade reviving interest from big players. π°
Sygnum: βThe stage is set for explosive upside.β π₯
π Over the past 18 months, BTCβs liquid supply dropped 30%, fueled by ETF inflows, corporate buys, and state-level reserve strategies. Around 1M BTC left exchanges since late 2023 β setting up a potential demand shock. π§
π Growing interest from Pakistan, Reform UK, and 3 U.S. states considering BTC reserves could further boost momentum β not just via demand, but strong market signals.
π₯ Meanwhile, Bitcoin's upside volatility now outpaces downside, signaling a maturing asset class attracting institutional capital.
Even Ethereum is catching a bid again, with the Pectra upgrade reviving interest from big players. π°
Sygnum: βThe stage is set for explosive upside.β π₯
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π£ ScamSniffer's May 2025 phishing report reveals a sharp rise in stolen crypto: $9.69M taken from 7,547 victims
π Thatβs 83% more losses than in April β with nearly the same number of victims (+0.2%).
π Two main tactics did the damage:
π΄ $3.13M lost via phishing approval signatures
π΄ $2.59M through address poisoning attacks
π¨ Stay vigilant β phishing is getting smarter, not louder.
π Thatβs 83% more losses than in April β with nearly the same number of victims (+0.2%).
π Two main tactics did the damage:
π΄ $3.13M lost via phishing approval signatures
π΄ $2.59M through address poisoning attacks
π¨ Stay vigilant β phishing is getting smarter, not louder.
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π Circle Goes Public, Raises $1.1B in IPO
Stablecoin issuer Circle has successfully completed its long-awaited IPO, raising $1.1B in an upsized offering at $31/share, valuing the firm at $6.9B (or $8.1B fully diluted).
π¦ Backed by big names like BlackRock (buying ~10% of IPO shares) and ARK Invest, the deal was 25x oversubscribed, signaling strong investor demand.
π΅ Circleβs USDC holds ~29% of the stablecoin market, with $61B in circulation. The company manages $53.3B in reserves through BlackRockβs money market fund.
πΊπΈ IPO lands amid growing calls for stablecoin regulation in the U.S., with Wall Street eyeing entry into the space.
π΅ CRCL trading starts Thursday on NYSE.
Stablecoin issuer Circle has successfully completed its long-awaited IPO, raising $1.1B in an upsized offering at $31/share, valuing the firm at $6.9B (or $8.1B fully diluted).
π¦ Backed by big names like BlackRock (buying ~10% of IPO shares) and ARK Invest, the deal was 25x oversubscribed, signaling strong investor demand.
π΅ Circleβs USDC holds ~29% of the stablecoin market, with $61B in circulation. The company manages $53.3B in reserves through BlackRockβs money market fund.
πΊπΈ IPO lands amid growing calls for stablecoin regulation in the U.S., with Wall Street eyeing entry into the space.
π΅ CRCL trading starts Thursday on NYSE.
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π A solo miner has successfully mined a Bitcoin block and earned a 3.151 BTC reward β over $330,000!
The block (π link) was found without a pool β a rare and lucky win in today's mining landscape dominated by large players.
The block (π link) was found without a pool β a rare and lucky win in today's mining landscape dominated by large players.
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π¦ The US banking giant JPMorgan is launching crypto-backed loans, starting with BlackRockβs Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) as collateral - Bloomberg
π Clients β from retail to HNWIs β will soon be able to borrow against crypto-linked assets, with the bank planning to expand the collateral list over time.
π Crypto will also be factored into clientsβ liquidity profiles, alongside stocks, cars, and art.
π§ Despite CEO Jamie Dimonβs ongoing crypto skepticism (calling BTC a βcriminal toolβ), the bank is moving forward β offering services in response to client demand, not personal opinion.
π A big signal of TradFi embracing crypto, no matter what their CEOs say publicly.
π Clients β from retail to HNWIs β will soon be able to borrow against crypto-linked assets, with the bank planning to expand the collateral list over time.
π Crypto will also be factored into clientsβ liquidity profiles, alongside stocks, cars, and art.
π§ Despite CEO Jamie Dimonβs ongoing crypto skepticism (calling BTC a βcriminal toolβ), the bank is moving forward β offering services in response to client demand, not personal opinion.
π A big signal of TradFi embracing crypto, no matter what their CEOs say publicly.
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π°π¬π§ UK-based gold mining company Bluebird Mining is shifting from Gold to Bitcoin as a store of value
The firm announced plans to sell part of its gold reserves and convert them into BTC, citing Bitcoinβs growing popularity and its rising role as βdigital gold.β π§
π¦ Bluebird claims goldβs dominance as a hedge asset is under threat, and this move marks a strategic step toward the digitalization of value storage.
The firm announced plans to sell part of its gold reserves and convert them into BTC, citing Bitcoinβs growing popularity and its rising role as βdigital gold.β π§
π¦ Bluebird claims goldβs dominance as a hedge asset is under threat, and this move marks a strategic step toward the digitalization of value storage.
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