Echo Protocol Pauses Monad Bridge After Admin Key Breach Sparks $816K Loss
Decentralized finance platform Echo Protocol suffered a security breach on its Monad network deployment after an attacker compromised an administrative key. Liquidity Limits Prevent Massive Losses Echo Protocol, a decentralized finance ( DeFi) platform focused on bitcoin liquidity, was hit by a security exploit on Monday, May 18, after an attacker...
By Terence Zimwara 5/19/2026, 7:13:37 PM
Google rolls out Gemini 3.5 Flash, Spark agent, and new video generation tools
Google updated Gemini with Spark, Daily Brief, Omni video tools, and a redesigned interface as monthly users topped 900 million. The post Google rolls out Gemini 3.5 Flash, Spark agent, and new video generation tools appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/19/2026, 6:58:27 PM
US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers for alleged Hamas support
The sanctions could strain humanitarian efforts in Gaza, complicate international banking, and intensify scrutiny on crypto transactions. The post US imposes sanctions on Gaza flotilla organisers for alleged Hamas support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 6:58:05 PM
Goldman Sachs’ XRP & Solana Exit Isn’t What Crypto Twitter Thinks
Goldman Sachs’ reported “exit” from XRP and Solana ETFs is being widely misread, according to a new market analysis. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/19/2026, 6:52:00 PM
Zerohash pursues new funding at more than $1.5 billion valuation after Mastercard drops investment plans
Crypto infrastructure providers are drawing renewed investor interest as Wall Street deepens its push into digital assets.
By Will Canny 5/19/2026, 6:46:18 PM
Sen. Warren Accuses OCC of Granting Illegal Charters to Coinbase, Ripple, and 7 Others
Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a formal letter to OCC Comptroller Jonathan Gould on May 18, 2026, accusing the agency of illegally granting national trust charters to at least nine crypto companies and demanding full records by June 1. Warren Targets OCC Over Crypto Bank Charters That Allegedly Bypass Federal Safeguards Elizabeth Warren, the ranking...
By Jamie Redman 5/19/2026, 6:37:16 PM
Bitwise CIO says Hyperliquid is undervalued as HYPE leads large cap crypto gains
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said Hyperliquid is undervalued as HYPE gains 77% this year and its buyback model drives value. The post Bitwise CIO says Hyperliquid is undervalued as HYPE leads large cap crypto gains appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/19/2026, 6:36:43 PM
Hyperliquid’s HYPE one of crypto’s most undervalued assets, says Bitwise
The crypto asset manager argued the market is mispricing Hyperliquid as a niche derivatives exchange instead of a fast-growing “super-app” for global trading markets.
By Will Canny 5/19/2026, 6:33:58 PM
SEC proposes major overhaul of IPO rules to ease public listings
The SEC's IPO rule overhaul could streamline public listings, potentially boosting market access for startups and tech firms, but may reduce investor transparency. The post SEC proposes major overhaul of IPO rules to ease public listings appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 6:32:08 PM
Is Citadel’s XRP ETF A Game-Changer Or Is It Another Empty Whistle?
Citadel Advisors, a powerful Wall Street hedge fund founded by billionaire Ken Griffin, has reportedly made a series of moves into Spot XRP ETFs, according to unverified reports circulating across the crypto markets. The firm, known for its highly disciplined approach to investing and its massive influence across global financial markets, is said...
By Sandra White 5/19/2026, 6:30:14 PM
Wintermute launches Armitage DeFi vault
Wintermute launched its first DeFi vault product, Armitage, supporting collateral types unavailable on competing curator platforms. Wintermute, the algorithmic trading firm and liquidity provider, entered the DeFi vault curation space on May 19 with the launch of Armitage, a new…
By Peace Longe 5/19/2026, 6:20:00 PM
Ethereum’s Key Researcher’s Exit Sparks Conversation: Is Ether Evolving into a New Governance Model?
Julian, a prominent figure in research and product at the Ethereum Foundation (EF), has announced his departure after a four-year tenure.
By Olivia Brooke 5/19/2026, 6:19:23 PM
CNBC Recognizes Ripple as Top 2026 Disruptor
Ripple, the company associated with the XRP cryptocurrency, has secured the 16th spot on the prestigious 2026 CNBC Disruptor 50.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/19/2026, 6:18:33 PM
When Will XRP Price Hit a New All-Time High?
The post When Will XRP Price Hit a New All-Time High? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News XRP has been consolidating in a tight range between $1.42 and $1.46 for weeks. To casual observers the flat price looks like stagnation. To analysts tracking the technical structure, it looks like the final stage of accumulation before a significant...
By Anjali Belgaumkar 5/19/2026, 6:16:43 PM
Btrust Appoints New Board of Directors to Steer Next Phase of Bitcoin Development
Bitcoin Magazine Btrust Appoints New Board of Directors to Steer Next Phase of Bitcoin Development Btrust has completed a major governance transition, appointing Janet Maingi, Bruno Garcia, and Laurence Aderemi as its new Board of Directors following a global, values-driven selection process. This post Btrust Appoints New Board of Directors to...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/19/2026, 6:08:08 PM
Goldman Sachs Crypto Shakeup: Drops XRP & Solana, Trims ETH 70%, Stacks Bitcoin
Major investment bank Goldman Sachs is repositioning its crypto portfolio as it continues to reduce exposure to Ethereum while stacking BTC.
By Talha Arshad 5/19/2026, 6:07:37 PM
National Trust Charters For Crypto Under Fire—Senator Warren Says It Goes Beyond The Law
Senator Elizabeth Warren is taking a new aim at the crypto industry, now challenging how the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has handled national trust bank charters for digital asset firms. Her latest concern centers on the OCC’s approvals—some granted on a conditional basis over recent months—at a time when the conventional […]
By Ronaldo Marquez 5/19/2026, 6:07:09 PM
Solana (SOL) in Danger: Here’s Why the Price Could Plunge by Double Digits
Is SOL headed toward $78 or even lower?
By Dimitar Dzhondzhorov 5/19/2026, 6:06:15 PM
Kard Powers Lolli’s Automatic Bitcoin Cashback for More Than 600,000 US Cardholders
Lolli, the bitcoin rewards platform owned by Thesis*, has partnered with Kard to let its more than 600,000 users earn bitcoin automatically on everyday card purchases without browser extensions, promo codes, or checkout changes. Lolli Drops Checkout Friction as Kard Deal Turns Linked Cards Into Bitcoin Earning Tools The announcement, revealed May...
By Jamie Redman 5/19/2026, 6:03:20 PM
China reportedly trains 200 Russian troops for Ukraine deployment
China's military collaboration with Russia could reshape global power dynamics, enhancing China's strategic capabilities against NATO forces. The post China reportedly trains 200 Russian troops for Ukraine deployment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 6:03:10 PM
If you invested $1,000 in Bitcoin during the 2021 crash, here’s what it’s worth today
Imagine risking $1,000 on Bitcoin (BTC) during the May 19, 2021, crash, which caused the asset to plunge more than … Continue reading The post If you invested $1,000 in Bitcoin during the 2021 crash, here’s what it’s worth today appeared first on Finbold.
By Steve Muchoki 5/19/2026, 6:03:10 PM
Canaan mining posts $88.7m Q1 net loss
Canaan mining maker posted an $88.7m net loss in Q1 2026 on revenue of $62.7m as Bitcoin prices and hashprice both fell sharply. Canaan Inc. reported in a May 19 press release that Q1 2026 revenue reached $62.7 million, in…
By Peace Longe 5/19/2026, 6:03:03 PM
Trump delays military strike on Iran amid ongoing negotiations
The delay in military action highlights the potential for diplomatic solutions but underscores the risk of regional instability affecting global markets. The post Trump delays military strike on Iran amid ongoing negotiations appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 6:02:58 PM
Strategy Wants 1,000,000 Bitcoin Treasury And This Is How They Plan To Get To That Number
Strategy’s Bitcoin playbook is no longer just about buying dips. The company has turned its balance sheet into a capital machine built around one main objective of increasing the amount of Bitcoin it controls without weakening the amount of Bitcoin attached to each share. Recent filings by the company now show that it is planning to repurchase...
By Scott Matherson 5/19/2026, 6:00:18 PM
TD Cowen Raises Strategy (MSTR) Price Target to $400 on Bitcoin Accumulation and Balance Sheet Shift
Bitcoin Magazine TD Cowen Raises Strategy (MSTR) Price Target to $400 on Bitcoin Accumulation and Balance Sheet Shift TD Cowen has raised its price target on Strategy (MSTR) to $400, pointing to its strong bitcoin accumulation and shift in financing strategy. This post TD Cowen Raises Strategy (MSTR) Price Target to $400 on Bitcoin Accumulation...
By Micah Zimmerman 5/19/2026, 5:55:20 PM
Polymarket, Nasdaq team up on private-company prediction markets
Polymarket has struck a deal with Nasdaq’s private-markets arm to launch prediction markets tied to private-company valuations, IPO timing and secondary trading, opening a new way for retail and institutions to bet on and benchmark unicorns before they list. According…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:54:40 PM
Fed survey: 10% of U.S. adults used or held crypto in 2025
About one in ten American adults used or held cryptocurrency in 2025, up from 7% in 2024, as spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs helped pull retail investors back into digital assets, according to new Federal Reserve data. According to FinanceFeeds and a…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:50:48 PM
Bitcoin price risks slide toward $70,000 as $76,000 support weakens
The Bitcoin price dropping below $78,000 has shifted market attention to whether buyers can defend the $76,000 area or whether the pullback opens the way for a deeper move toward $70,000. Crypto market maker Wintermute said the latest decline followed another rejection near $82,000, where Bitcoin has struggled to reclaim its 200-day moving...
By Oluwapelumi Adejumo 5/19/2026, 5:45:39 PM
Bitcoin halving now 100,000 blocks away as ETF era reshapes the cycle
Bitcoin has slipped below the 100,000-block mark to its next halving, putting the fifth reward cut on track for around mid-2028 at block 1,050,000 and setting up the first full halving cycle dominated by spot ETFs. According to halving trackers…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:44:03 PM
XRP or Bitcoin? Crypto markets predict which asset will record highest returns in 2026
Cryptocurrency prediction markets are showing a tight race between Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP over which asset is likely to record … Continue reading The post XRP or Bitcoin? Crypto markets predict which asset will record highest returns in 2026 appeared first on Finbold.
By Paul L. 5/19/2026, 5:38:23 PM
Checker raises $8M from Galaxy Ventures and others to build stablecoin infrastructure
Checker's funding highlights growing investor interest in stablecoin infrastructure, potentially reshaping DeFi and regulatory landscapes. The post Checker raises $8M from Galaxy Ventures and others to build stablecoin infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 5:38:17 PM
NEAR price climbs amid 32% volume spike: what’s the near-term outlook?
NEAR price surged to $1.66 amid a notable volume spike. AI tokens bounced sharply, including Injective, Theta Network, and Akash Network. The near-term outlook for NEAR suggests a retest of $2 if momentum holds. NEAR Protocol (NEAR) has traded higher in the past 24 hours as bulls eye near-term gains. The uptick for the artificial […] The post NEAR...
By Benson Toti 5/19/2026, 5:30:22 PM
Zcash Foundation Q1 report highlights SEC clarity as ZEC extends privacy coin rally
Zcash Foundations Q1 report highlighted SEC clarity and network upgrades as ZEC trades near $570 after a 160% rebound. The post Zcash Foundation Q1 report highlights SEC clarity as ZEC extends privacy coin rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 5/19/2026, 5:30:18 PM
Former Citadel quants’ fintech Moment raises $78m for AI trading stack
AI trading startup Moment, founded by ex-Citadel Securities quants, has raised $78m in new funding led by Index Ventures after signing major wealth managers to its automated fixed income and equity trading platform. According to Bloomberg, Moment raised $78m after a…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:28:11 PM
BNB News on ETF Filings Signals Big Money Interest, but PEPETO at $10 Million Could Deliver the Returns BNB Cannot
The post BNB News on ETF Filings Signals Big Money Interest, but PEPETO at $10 Million Could Deliver the Returns BNB Cannot appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The latest BNB news is about VanEck and Grayscale filing new papers for spot BNB ETF products with the SEC last Friday, and BNB trades near $643 while these filings move forward....
By PR Manager 5/19/2026, 5:26:41 PM
Senator Warren questions OCC chief on approval of ‘ineligible’ crypto trust charters
The Massachusetts lawmaker asked the US Comptroller of the Currency to provide all communications between the agency and Donald Trump potentially related to the charter approvals.
By Turner Wright 5/19/2026, 5:26:05 PM
Ondo price confirms bull flag breakout, eyes upside to $0.55 as key metrics surge
Ondo price extended its recovery this week after confirming a bullish continuation setup on the daily chart, with rising demand for tokenized real-world assets and strong platform growth metrics reinforcing the bullish outlook. According to data from crypto.news, Ondo (ONDO)…
By Rony Roy 5/19/2026, 5:24:40 PM
Cardano Midnight Goes Live With Bid To Make Privacy “Programmable”On-Chain
Midnight, a newly launched “fourth-gen” chain, aims to make privacy a programmable feature rather than an all-or-nothing trade-off. Continue reading at DailyCoin.
By DailyCoin Team 5/19/2026, 5:20:00 PM
Zcash price surges 70% monthly, can golden cross fuel another breakout?
Zcash price remained firmly in focus this week after completing one of the strongest standalone rallies in the cryptocurrency market, with a newly formed golden cross pattern now raising expectations that bulls may attempt another breakout above the key $600…
By Rony Roy 5/19/2026, 5:18:45 PM
AKT Price Jumps 10% As Akash AI Builder Momentum Accelerates
The post AKT Price Jumps 10% As Akash AI Builder Momentum Accelerates appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News AKT is moving again, and today the token climbed roughly 10% intraday after Akash Network highlighted a wave of AI-focused projects being deployed across its decentralized GPU infrastructure. Traders, naturally, noticed fast. Akash...
By Yash Jain 5/19/2026, 5:17:04 PM
BNB Smart Chain Shows Quantum-Safe Crypto Works Despite 50% Throughput Drop
Developers behind BNB Smart Chain have demonstrated that post-quantum cryptography can already function on a live blockchain architecture, though the transition comes with major trade-offs in transaction size and throughput. The findings highlight how networks may eventually adapt to the long-term risks posed by quantum computing. BNB Smart Chain...
By Emmanuel Musa 5/19/2026, 5:15:48 PM
Deloitte absorbs Blocknative team as crypto infra firm winds down
Deloitte has acquired Web3 infrastructure company Blocknative in a talent-focused deal that will see the startup wind down its APIs and gas oracle network next month, even as the Big Four firm deepens its push into crypto consulting. According to The…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:15:45 PM
Tor Project leads Web3 crowdfunding campaign for internet freedom starting May 19
Tor's shift to decentralized funding could enhance internet freedom, but success hinges on overcoming identity verification challenges. The post Tor Project leads Web3 crowdfunding campaign for internet freedom starting May 19 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 5:14:34 PM
Google I/O 2026 kicks off with Gemini updates and a quieter battle for AI’s soul
Google's AI advancements highlight a shift towards decentralized AI infrastructure, impacting tech ecosystems and crypto market dynamics. The post Google I/O 2026 kicks off with Gemini updates and a quieter battle for AI’s soul appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 5/19/2026, 5:13:12 PM
Will Pi Network price fall back to $0.12 as 195M token unlock looms?
Pi Network price remained under intense pressure on Monday as rising token unlock concerns, worsening technical indicators, and persistent selling from early miners continued dragging the token toward fresh multi-month lows. According to data from crypto.news, Pi Network (PI) price…
By Rony Roy 5/19/2026, 5:06:01 PM
The SEC wants to let newly public companies raise cash instantly in its biggest rule change in decades
The agency is proposing its largest overhaul of public listing rules in over 20 years, cutting compliance costs and giving crypto firms a much easier path to raise cash on Wall Street.
By Helene Braun 5/19/2026, 5:04:07 PM
Top 10 Bitcoin Treasury Company Buys More BTC
Strive Asset Management has cemented its position as a top-ten public Bitcoin treasury holder after acquiring an additional 382 BTC for approximately $30.3 million.
By Alex Dovbnya 5/19/2026, 5:02:05 PM
Exchanges press Senate to drop ‘manipulable token’ listing ban
Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini are urging U.S. senators to strike a clause from the Digital Asset Market Structure Bill that would bar exchanges from listing tokens deemed “readily susceptible to manipulation,” warning it would effectively kill compliant listings for small-cap…
By Andrew Folkler 5/19/2026, 5:00:57 PM
Here’s Why Ethereum Is Becoming The Biggest Winner Of The Clarity Act
While a large portion of the cryptocurrency industry is still preoccupied with short-term trends and price speculation, Ethereum is gradually solidifying its position in the background. Even though its price has experienced a sharp pullback from its all-time high, ETH is being hailed as one of the biggest winners in the broader cryptocurrency...
By Godspower Owie 5/19/2026, 5:00:13 PM
Will Solana price fall below $80 as bearish flag and double top patterns emerge?
Solana price remained under pressure after failing to break above the key $98 resistance zone, with multiple bearish chart patterns and weakening derivatives data raising the risk of a deeper correction below the $80 support level. According to data from…
By Rony Roy 5/19/2026, 4:57:43 PM