Finance & Crypto
The DTCC just pushed tokenized securities closer to reality
The DTCC's announcement on tokenized securities signals a major acceleration in institutional crypto adoption. Here's what it means for the financial system.
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James Thornton
Finance Editor
James covers financial markets, cryptocurrency, and economic policy.
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Finance & Crypto
Bitcoin surges to $81,500 as spot ETF inflows top $500 million in a week
Bitcoin reached $81,500, its strongest level since January, driven by over $500 million in spot ETF inflows in a single week.
Finance & Crypto
Morgan Stanley launches crypto trading with lower fees than ETrade rivals
Morgan Stanley enters crypto trading for clients, undercutting ETrade rivals on fees. XRP Ledger sees adoption by JPMorgan and Mastercard.
Finance & Crypto
The problem with 'get filthy rich' stock market promises
A YouTube promoter urges you to join a private stock group before it closes forever. Here's what the pitch really says about the influencer stock market industry.
Finance & Crypto
Bitcoin holds above $80K as rally consolidates, altcoin season speculation builds
Bitcoin has reclaimed and held above $80,000, signaling renewed strength. With BTC steady, traders are watching for altcoins to follow. No specific coins named yet.
Finance & Crypto
Stock influencer Jeremy Lefebvre pushes paid group with explosive stock claim
A stock influencer known as Jeremy Lefebvre is promoting a private investing group with a vague claim that a stock is ready to explode. Here's what we actually know.
Finance & Crypto
Pi Network founder Nicolas Kokkalis appears at key 2026 event
Pi Network founder Nicolas Kokkalis made a notable appearance at a major event in 2026, signaling potential progress for the project.
Finance & Crypto
Coinbase CEO announces job cuts, Mallers backs Twenty One merger plan on Bloomberg Crypto
During a May 2026 Bloomberg Crypto segment, Coinbase's CEO revealed staff reductions while Mallers expressed support for a merger plan involving Twenty One.
Finance & Crypto
Corning and Nvidia's massive fiber deal could transform AI data centers
Nvidia and Corning announced a multiyear deal to build three factories for co-packaged optics, a technology that replaces copper cables with energy-efficient glass fiber. The deal, likely worth tens of billions, creates 3000 jobs and could reshape AI infrastructure.
Finance & Crypto
The hard math behind retiring a millionaire on Polkadot
A viral video asks how much Polkadot you need to become a millionaire. Here is what the real math reveals and why the answer depends on assumptions you cannot control.
Finance & Crypto
Michael Saylor’s strategy signals potential bitcoin sale; Clarity Act markup set for next week
Reports indicate Michael Saylor's Strategy may sell Bitcoin to cover dividend obligations, while Senator Bernie Moreno moves the Clarity Act forward with a markup hearing next week.
Finance & Crypto
Coinbase CLO predicts crypto regulation shift with Clarity Act and prediction markets
Coinbase's legal chief made a prediction about crypto regulation on May 5, 2026, citing the Clarity Act and prediction markets as key factors.