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Bitcoin ETFs see $532M inflow as BTC reclaims $80,000 on post-ceasefire recovery

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded $532.21 million in net inflows on Monday, marking a significant rebound as Bitcoin pushed back above the $80,000 price level for the first time in over three months. The surge in institutional interest comes amid improved risk sentiment following the recent ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. […]

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New York forces Uphold to pay $5M over fraudulent crypto investment scheme

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured a $5 million settlement from cryptocurrency platform Uphold over its role in promoting a fraudulent investment product called CredEarn. The settlement, announced May 4, 2026, requires Uphold to compensate affected customers who lost money when the underlying company, Cred LLC, collapsed. How the scheme worked Between January […]

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US Banks Reject CLARITY Act Stablecoin Language, Warn of Deposit Risks

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

America’s largest banking groups said Monday that the CLARITY Act’s proposed language on stablecoin yield still fails to adequately protect bank deposits, despite acknowledging that lawmakers are seeking the correct policy goal. The dispute threatens to stall the bipartisan bill ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections. Bankers Push for Stronger Yield Prohibition The American […]

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Polygon launches private stablecoin payments for institutions with Hinkal integration

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

Ethereum scaling solution Polygon has introduced private stablecoin payments aimed at attracting more businesses and institutions to its network. The feature, announced on Sunday, integrates with privacy protocol Hinkal to enable users to route transactions through a shielded pool, with verification handled by zero-knowledge proofs. Operational privacy for mainstream adoption Polygon community lead Smokey emphasized […]

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OKX Card Data Shows Crypto Spending in Europe Is for Groceries, Not Luxury

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

New data from OKX reveals that crypto card users in Europe are spending primarily on everyday essentials like groceries and dining, challenging the stereotype that digital assets are mainly used for luxury purchases. The findings, based on transaction data from the first month of the OKX Card’s rollout across the European Economic Area (EEA), suggest […]

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Bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $1 billion as BTC reclaims $80,000 in multi-day rally

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded nearly $1 billion in net inflows over two trading days this week, coinciding with Bitcoin’s price surging back above the $80,000 mark. The influx signals sustained institutional demand despite recent market volatility and a significant drawdown in the underlying asset. Two-day inflow surge marks strong investor appetite According to […]

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Haun Ventures raises $1B to back crypto and AI startups, marking a strategic shift

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

Haun Ventures, the crypto-focused venture capital firm founded by former federal prosecutor Katie Haun, has raised $1 billion to invest in early- and late-stage startups. For the first time, the firm is expanding its investment mandate to include artificial intelligence, alongside its core focus on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. A new focus on AI agents […]

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Bitcoin breaks $79,500 as institutional buying surges: Top crypto price analysis

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

Bitcoin (BTC) opened the new week with a decisive move above $80,500, signaling renewed bullish momentum backed by strong institutional demand. The rally through the key $79,500 resistance level has opened the door for a potential advance toward $84,000, according to market analysts. However, the broader altcoin market remains mixed, with only a few major […]

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K Wave Media pivots from Bitcoin treasury to AI infrastructure in strategic overhaul

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

K Wave Media, a Nasdaq-listed media and entertainment company, has abandoned its previously announced Bitcoin treasury strategy, redirecting up to $485 million in remaining financing capacity toward artificial intelligence infrastructure. The move, disclosed in a Monday Form 6-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, marks a significant strategic reversal for the firm. Capital […]

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SEC delays prediction market ETFs, Bitcoin reclaims $80K, and Strategy pauses buys: Crypto news today

May 6, 2026 Jackson Miller

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed the anticipated launch of the first exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to prediction markets, while Bitcoin surged past $80,000 for the first time since January. Meanwhile, Strategy executive chairman Michael Saylor announced a pause in Bitcoin purchases ahead of the company’s first-quarter earnings report. Here is […]