South Korea Files First Criminal Case Over DEX Rug Pull, Indicts Five in Solana Meme Coin Scheme
South Korean prosecutors have arrested and indicted five suspects in what authorities say is the country’s first criminal case targeting a rug pull on a decentralized exchange, with the alleged scheme leaving 256 investors with approximately $600,000 (900 million won) in combined losses. CATFI, a Fake Influencer, and a DEX Exit The case centers on...
By Shiraz Jagati 5/28/2026, 6:30:31 AM
Free XRP Airdrop Announced for Tokyo Investment Seminar
SBI Global Asset Management and the Yomiuri Shimbun Group Headquarters are teaming up to host a free investment seminar in Tokyo on June 30.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/28/2026, 6:22:09 AM
Robinhood Bets on AI Traders With New Agentic Investing Push
Robinhood opened its platform to third-party AI agents on May 27, launching an Agentic Trading equities beta and an Agentic Credit Card. The post Robinhood Bets on AI Traders With New Agentic Investing Push appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Jos Oramas 5/28/2026, 6:21:03 AM
OpenAI Foundation Launches US$250M Effort to Prepare Workers for AI Disruption
OpenAI Foundation plans new labour market tools and worker support programs as AI reshapes employment and economic systems. The post OpenAI Foundation Launches US$250M Effort to Prepare Workers for AI Disruption appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/28/2026, 6:17:24 AM
SpaceX plans record-breaking $75B IPO this summer, reveals massive Bitcoin holdings
SpaceX's IPO could redefine market dynamics, influencing both aerospace investments and corporate cryptocurrency strategies globally. The post SpaceX plans record-breaking $75B IPO this summer, reveals massive Bitcoin holdings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 6:04:39 AM
Altcoins and Bitcoin Crash After Donald Trump Pledged to Save Crypto
Crypto markets have tanked to their lowest levels in six weeks after the US President said he saved it.
By Martin Young 5/28/2026, 6:04:25 AM
Former OpenZeppelin CTO Warns AI Has Made All DeFi Unsafe
Manuel Aráoz, OpenZeppelin’s co-founder and former chief technology officer, has warned that developments in artificial intelligence (AI) are undermining the security foundations of decentralised finance (DeFi), claiming that “all” of DeFi is now unsafe. Aráoz said AI coding agents have become exceptionally effective at identifying weaknesses in...
By Rachel Lourdesamy 5/28/2026, 6:04:10 AM
Stellar (XLM) Price Explodes 20% After Crushing Bearish Pressure—Can the Rally Continue Beyond $0.20?
The post Stellar (XLM) Price Explodes 20% After Crushing Bearish Pressure—Can the Rally Continue Beyond $0.20? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Stellar (XLM) price has staged a powerful comeback after weeks of bearish pressure, surging nearly 20% to reach $0.16 and reigniting bullish sentiment across the altcoin market. The sudden upswing...
By Sahana Vibhute 5/28/2026, 6:02:54 AM
Top 10 DeFi Tokens to Invest in May 2026
DeFi tokens are crypto assets that provide access to decentralised financial platforms and services built on blockchain technology. Operating within automated and permissionless ecosystems, they eliminate the need for traditional intermediaries, allowing users to interact directly with financial applications. Through tokenisation, both real-world...
By N/A 5/28/2026, 6:02:08 AM
Stellar’s DTCC Moment: Why XLM Is Back in the Tokenized Assets Conversation
DTCC’s tokenization plans on Stellar put XLM back in focus as Wall Street tests public blockchain rails for regulated assets.
By Sophia Bennett 5/28/2026, 6:01:22 AM
Coinbase’s Base Unveils New Infrastructure For AI-Controlled Crypto Wallets
Only $1.1 million in transaction volume has passed through Coinbase’s x402 payment protocol in the past 30 days. That number tells a lot about where AI-driven crypto payments actually stand right now. Related Reading: Crypto PACs Flex Political Muscle In High-Stakes Texas Runoffs A New Layer For Crypto Transactions Base, the Ethereum layer-2...
By Christian Encila 5/28/2026, 6:00:38 AM
Cathie Wood Doubles Down On $1.25 Million Bitcoin Target
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood has defended her bull case for Bitcoin reaching $1.25 million within five years, arguing that institutional allocation, digital-gold substitution and Bitcoin’s hard-coded scarcity remain the central pillars of the forecast. Speaking on Fox Business In Depth: The Crypto Campaign on May 26, Wood said ARK’s $1.25 million...
By Jake Simmons 5/28/2026, 6:00:09 AM
BlackRock's bitcoin ETF sheds $528 million, the second-largest daily outflow on record
IBIT recorded its second-biggest single-day net outflow since launch on Wednesday, missing a January record by less than half a million dollars, as the Iran-driven sell-off pulled institutional money out of bitcoin.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/28/2026, 5:56:12 AM
One Trader Moved a $1,000 Position From Solana Into Ozak AI, Targeting 40× Growth Instead of 2× Stability
The post One Trader Moved a $1,000 Position From Solana Into Ozak AI, Targeting 40× Growth Instead of 2× Stability appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A recent trade highlights the growing interest in early-stage AI crypto projects as investors seek higher returns than traditional or well-established tokens can provide. One trader reportedly...
By PR Manager 5/28/2026, 5:54:15 AM
IRGC retaliates against US base amid heightened tensions with Iran
The IRGC's actions heighten US-Iran tensions, reducing prospects for diplomatic resolutions and increasing regional instability risks. The post IRGC retaliates against US base amid heightened tensions with Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/28/2026, 5:51:34 AM
Stocks drop and oil spikes as renewed Middle East attacks rattle markets
Geopolitical tensions heighten market volatility, impacting global supply chains and inflation, while crypto markets show mixed resilience. The post Stocks drop and oil spikes as renewed Middle East attacks rattle markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:50:59 AM
US military strikes Iran as Gulf hostilities escalate, shares retreat and crypto markets brace for impact
Escalating US-Iran tensions could strain global markets, impact oil prices, and influence monetary policy, affecting investor strategies. The post US military strikes Iran as Gulf hostilities escalate, shares retreat and crypto markets brace for impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:49:40 AM
Solana Price Forecast: SOL extends correction amid fresh US-Iran tensions
Solana (SOL) extends its losses trading toward the $80 mark as of writing on Thursday. The price correction is further supported by the fresh US-Iran tensions weighing on risk sentiment.
By N/A 5/28/2026, 5:37:57 AM
Dogecoin Price Forecast: DOGE flashes extreme downside risk amid broader market sell-off
Dogecoin (DOGE) faces intense selling pressure, extending its decline below $0.1000 at press time on Thursday. Roughly $10 million has been wiped out from DOGE futures over the last 24 hours, reflecting a sell-off wave under broader market pressure.
By N/A 5/28/2026, 5:31:11 AM
Falcon Unveils GENIUS-ready fUSD Stablecoin Backed by Anchorage Digital Bank
Falcon Finance has introduced fUSD, a fully reserved stablecoin issued by Anchorage Digital Bank and designed for institutional settlement, collateral, and treasury use. The product includes a rewards structure targeting about 3% annually for qualifying institutional holders. fUSD Offers Regulated Stablecoin With Monthly Rewards for Institutions...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/28/2026, 5:30:56 AM
SUT Runs Digital Asset Promotion in Conjunction with Sydney K-MEGA Concert
The post SUT Runs Digital Asset Promotion in Conjunction with Sydney K-MEGA Concert appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Digital asset SUT (Super Trust) announced that it will hold a promotion in conjunction with the ‘K-MEGA CONCERT,’ which will take place at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, on June 26th. The promotion includes a...
By PR Manager 5/28/2026, 5:27:18 AM
Bank of Korea chief says AI boom offsets Iran war impact on economy
The AI boom's economic boost may be temporary; sustained growth depends on continued investment, while inflation risks could impact consumers. The post Bank of Korea chief says AI boom offsets Iran war impact on economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:20:56 AM
Grok Build introduces /remember command for persistent context across coding sessions
The /remember command in Grok Build enhances AI coding efficiency, but its success hinges on managing complex, evolving project contexts effectively. The post Grok Build introduces /remember command for persistent context across coding sessions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:19:28 AM
Iran launches attack on US air base as crypto markets brace for volatility
Escalating Middle East tensions could trigger increased crypto volatility, impacting global markets and influencing central bank policies. The post Iran launches attack on US air base as crypto markets brace for volatility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:15:04 AM
Trump administration directs prosecutors to halt Venezuela probes
The shift in US policy towards Venezuela may stabilize oil markets, alter geopolitical dynamics, and impact cryptocurrency demand. The post Trump administration directs prosecutors to halt Venezuela probes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:14:34 AM
Crypto Crash Alert: Why Are Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices Falling Today?
The post Crypto Crash Alert: Why Are Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices Falling Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin dropped $1,600 in 60 minutes on Wednesday, falling below $73,000 for the first time in weeks. Ethereum fell to $1,978, down 4.42% on the day. XRP dropped to $1.28, down 3.56%. The total crypto market cap declined...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/28/2026, 5:12:40 AM
Bitcoin funding spike shows longs defending $70K: Will ETF outflows reverse bulls’ efforts?
Bitcoin dropped closer to a critical support level as spot and long futures traders’ efforts to hold $75,000 failed. Is sub-$70,000 BTC next?
By Antonio Oliveira 5/28/2026, 5:09:22 AM
Solana (SOL) Plunges Lower, Market Sentiment Turns Sharply Bearish
Solana failed to settle above $85 and trimmed most gains. SOL price is now consolidating losses above $80 and might continue to move down. SOL price started a fresh decline below $84 and $82 against the US Dollar. The price is now trading below $82 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a declining channel with support...
By Aayush Jindal 5/28/2026, 5:08:44 AM
Aave eyes V4 deployment on Avalanche with $15M in incentives
Aave Labs has proposed deploying its V4 protocol on Avalanche, alongside a dedicated hub for real-world assets (RWAs), according to a Wednesday post on its governance forum.
By N/A 5/28/2026, 5:04:45 AM
Muddy Waters Capital reevaluates India fund plans amid AI focus
AI's potential to disrupt labor markets could lead to reduced consumer spending and impact economic sectors reliant on high-income earners. The post Muddy Waters Capital reevaluates India fund plans amid AI focus appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:04:42 AM
Goldman Sachs warns South Korea’s leveraged ETFs may boost volatility
The introduction of leveraged ETFs in South Korea could heighten market volatility and systemic risk, impacting investor sentiment and stability. The post Goldman Sachs warns South Korea’s leveraged ETFs may boost volatility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:03:38 AM
Fund manager warns Bitcoin could drop as $150B Treasury operation nears
The potential forced selling of Bitcoin by treasury-heavy firms could trigger a feedback loop, amplifying market volatility and investor risk. The post Fund manager warns Bitcoin could drop as $150B Treasury operation nears appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 5:01:34 AM
Chainlink’s Biggest Holders Are Quietly Repositioning – Binance Data Reveals Why
Chainlink is trading below $10 as the market faces a critical test around support levels that have held through weeks of sideways price action without delivering the breakout bulls have been waiting for. The price is under pressure — but top analyst Darkfost has identified a signal in the exchange flow data that suggests the […]
By Sebastian Villafuerte 5/28/2026, 5:00:43 AM
Bitcoin’s 4-Year Rhythm Is Still Playing Out, Says Crypto CEO
A countertrend rally that pushed Bitcoin to $82,800 has done little to change one analyst’s bearish outlook — because he says the bounce itself is proof the pattern is repeating. Related Reading: When Bitcoin Gets Ignored, It Tends To Rally The Hardest, Analyst Says What The Charts Are Showing Benjamin Cowen, founder and CEO of Into The...
By Christian Encila 5/28/2026, 5:00:16 AM
Bitcoin could be heading much lower, fund manager warns as $150 billion Treasury operation nears
Fund manager Michael Kramer says a $150 billion liquidity drain from upcoming U.S. Treasury operations could push bitcoin sharply lower.
By Omkar Godbole 5/28/2026, 4:55:44 AM
SEC Chair Paul Atkins Signals End to Crypto Crackdown Era
The post SEC Chair Paul Atkins Signals End to Crypto Crackdown Era appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News SEC Chair Paul Atkins says the long-running clash between U.S. regulators and the crypto industry is entering a new phase, moving away from the enforcement-heavy approach seen under former Chair Gary Gensler. Since taking over in April 2025,...
By Debashree Patra 5/28/2026, 4:54:48 AM
Bitcoin Price Crash Today
The post Bitcoin Price Crash Today appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin dropped sharply below $73,500 after U.S. President Donald Trump denied reports about a deal to restore shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. The decline triggered over $270 million in crypto liquidations within one hour, with long traders losing nearly...
By Qadir AK 5/28/2026, 4:50:19 AM
China’s AI investment boom boosts exports, eases yuan concerns
China's AI-driven export surge strengthens its economic resilience, but potential overinvestment and tighter US controls pose future risks. The post China’s AI investment boom boosts exports, eases yuan concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 4:41:53 AM
South African Reserve Bank set to raise rates for first time since 2023 amid Iran war inflation
Rising rates may attract foreign capital, strengthening the rand, but could slow economic growth and impact rate-sensitive sectors. The post South African Reserve Bank set to raise rates for first time since 2023 amid Iran war inflation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 4:41:37 AM
XRP drops 4% below $1.30 as heavy selling breaks key support zone
XRP lost another major support level after high-volume selling accelerated late in the session, keeping focus on whether the months-long compression structure is now breaking lower.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/28/2026, 4:41:05 AM
US Treasury erases 80 outdated names from sanctions blacklist as part of review
Streamlining the sanctions list could enhance focus on high-impact targets, potentially improving compliance efficiency and geopolitical strategy. The post US Treasury erases 80 outdated names from sanctions blacklist as part of review appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 4:39:58 AM
Bitcoin slumps below $73K as ETF outflows hit $733M amid Iran-US conflict escalation
The Bitcoin slump and ETF outflows highlight increased market volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions and potential Fed rate hikes impacting liquidity. The post Bitcoin slumps below $73K as ETF outflows hit $733M amid Iran-US conflict escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Vivian Nguyen 5/28/2026, 4:35:38 AM
FBI Pulls $40M in Gold Bars From CIA Official’s Fairfax County Home in Theft Case
A senior CIA official with top-secret clearance was arrested May 19, 2026, after FBI agents pulled 303 one-kilogram gold bars, roughly $2 million in cash, and about 35 luxury watches, many of them Rolexes, from his Fairfax County, Virginia, home. Senior CIA Official David Rush Faces Federal Theft Charge David Rush, who held a senior […]
By Jamie Redman 5/28/2026, 4:30:53 AM
Ripple and Stellar outlook: XRP slips, XLM climbs on DTCC deal
Ripple (XRP) remains under pressure, extending its correction and trading below the $1.30 support on Thursday.
By N/A 5/28/2026, 4:30:24 AM
Bitcoin falls below $73K as US airstrikes on Iran trigger $1B liquidations
Geopolitical tensions heighten market volatility, impacting short-term crypto outlooks but leaving long-term Bitcoin predictions largely stable. The post Bitcoin falls below $73K as US airstrikes on Iran trigger $1B liquidations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/28/2026, 4:30:10 AM
Bitcoin drops below $73,000 as US strikes on Iran spark $1 billion liquidations
Crypto majors sold off 3% to 4% and nearly $1 billion in leveraged positions were wiped out after U.S. airstrikes on an Iranian military site near the Strait of Hormuz reignited the conflict markets had started to price out.
By Shaurya Malwa 5/28/2026, 4:25:42 AM
US charges Google employee with insider trading bets on Polymarket
The Justice Department and the CFTC allege that Google software engineer Michele Spagnuolo profited $1.2 million on Polymarket after accessing non-public information at work.
By Stephen Katte 5/28/2026, 4:25:32 AM
Benchmark Treasuries retreat as US strikes push oil prices higher
Rising oil prices and Treasury yields complicate inflation control, impacting risk assets and delaying potential Fed rate cuts. The post Benchmark Treasuries retreat as US strikes push oil prices higher appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 4:20:30 AM
XRP Price Slides Sharply Lower As Selling Pressure Intensifies Rapidly
XRP price extended losses and traded below $1.30. The price is now consolidating losses and faces hurdles near $1.30 and $1.340. XRP price started another decline and traded below the $1.30 zone. The price is now trading below $1.30 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.340 on the...
By Aayush Jindal 5/28/2026, 4:18:29 AM
Animoca Brands invests $1M in Superior.Trade to power AI trading agents through Minds platform
Animoca's investment in AI trading agents could revolutionize crypto trading, emphasizing automation and strategic innovation in digital markets. The post Animoca Brands invests $1M in Superior.Trade to power AI trading agents through Minds platform appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/28/2026, 4:17:58 AM