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Germany weighs 2027 crypto tax overhaul; Samourai Wallet co-founder seeks funds; US Senate eyes August vote

May 8, 2026 Jackson Miller

Three significant developments unfolded in the crypto regulatory sector on Wednesday, spanning Europe and the United States. Germany is reportedly considering changes to its crypto tax rules that could end a popular long-term holding exemption by 2027, while the co-founder of Samourai Wallet appealed for community donations to cover legal debts, and a US senator […]

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XRP holds key support zone as analysts eye potential rally to $12

May 8, 2026 Jackson Miller

XRP (XRP) is testing a long-term support level that has historically preceded significant price rebounds, with some analysts projecting a potential move toward $12 if the zone holds. The cryptocurrency has climbed roughly 30% from its February lows near $1.11, driven by renewed market sentiment and strong inflows into spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Historical […]

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Polygon cuts block time to 1.75 seconds in first upgrade since genesis as stablecoin push intensifies

May 8, 2026 Jackson Miller

Polygon has delivered its first block time reduction upgrade since the network’s genesis, lowering the average time between blocks by 250 milliseconds to 1.75 seconds. The move is part of a broader push to position the layer-2 network for high-frequency applications, particularly private stablecoin payments and institutional settlement infrastructure. Faster blocks, higher throughput Data from […]

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Kraken parent Payward acquires Reap for $600M to expand stablecoin payments in Asia

May 8, 2026 Jackson Miller

Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, has agreed to acquire Hong Kong-based payments infrastructure firm Reap Technologies for up to $600 million, marking one of the largest strategic bets yet on stablecoin-based business payments. The deal, announced Thursday, will be paid in a mix of cash and Payward stock, valuing Payward’s equity at […]

XRP price chart showing a bull flag breakout pattern, mirroring a 2025 fractal that led to 66% gains.

XRP Price Mirrors 2025 Chart Fractal That Sparked 66% Gains – Bull Flag Breakout Targets $2.35

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

XRP price is repeating a technical pattern from 2025 that previously triggered a 66% rally, signaling potential for further gains. The cryptocurrency broke out of a multi-month bull flag, with key indicators supporting a bullish outlook. This development comes as XRP trades above $1.40, a critical support level that could pave the way for a […]

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Unlocking $4 Trillion: Bernstein Sees Massive Tokenized Credit Opportunity for Figure Technology Stock

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

Bernstein has identified a massive tokenized credit opportunity for Figure Technology stock, estimating a $4 trillion addressable market. This pivot from traditional lending into blockchain-based credit positions Figure for explosive growth. The firm reiterated its “Outperform” rating with a $67 price target, signaling significant upside. Bernstein Tokenized Credit Thesis: A $4 Trillion Opportunity Bernstein’s research […]

Kaiko report on front-running before Robinhood token listings shows suspicious onchain trading patterns and open interest spikes.

Kaiko Flags Possible Front-Running Before Robinhood Token Listings: Suspicious Trading Patterns Revealed

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

A new report from analytics provider Kaiko flags possible front-running before Robinhood token listings. The findings reveal repeated pre-announcement positioning across multiple cryptocurrency assets. Open interest in perpetual futures markets and onchain trading patterns suggest some traders may have acted on non-public information. Kaiko Flags Possible Front-Running Before Robinhood Token Listings On May 5, 2026, […]

Crypto products post 5th straight week of inflows, showing a green upward trend on a digital display board in a financial office.

Crypto Products Post 5th Straight Week of Inflows: Surprising $117.8M Reversal Defies Mid-Week Selloff

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

Crypto products post 5th straight week of inflows despite a mid-week selloff that wiped out $619 million in just four days. A massive $737 million single-day inflow on Friday reversed the losses, pushing the weekly total to $117.8 million. This marks the fifth consecutive week of gains for digital asset investment products, extending the streak […]

Bitcoin short-term cost basis chart showing price near $80,000 support level with upward trend

Bitcoin Short-Term Cost Basis Nears Profitability: Why $80K Must Flip to Support First

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

Bitcoin’s short-term cost basis is approaching profitability. But the $80,000 level must flip to support first. On May 4, 2026, BTC traded at $80,500, a three-month high. The rally puts the price just below the short-term holder realized price of $81,486. This metric shows the average cost of coins moved in the last 155 days. […]

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Tether Gold Surges Past $3.3 Billion: Bullion-Backed Token Demand Explodes Amid Global Uncertainty

May 7, 2026 Jackson Miller

Tether Gold (XAUt), the tokenized gold product from Tether, has surpassed $3.3 billion in market capitalization. The company reported a 36% increase during the first quarter of 2026. Reserves now stand at 154 tons of physical gold. This growth comes as investors seek refuge from geopolitical tensions and shifting Federal Reserve policy expectations. The surge […]