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Trump Media Is Selling Massive Bitcoin Holdings: Arkham

Trump Media Moves Bitcoin to Crypto com. 　　This comes after Trump Media & Technology Group officially abandoned its plans to launch Truth Social crypto ETFs. As CoinGape reported, Truth Social withdrew its Bitcoin ETF, as well as Ethereum and Solana ETFs. The company reported a $406 million net loss in Q1 2026, largely driven by unrealized crypto losses and crypto market crashes.　　Moreover, crypto market participants are bracing for volatility as Kevin Warsh takes the helm as Chairman of the US Federal Reserve today. The US Senate confirmed Kevin Warshs nomination in a near party-line vote to succeed Jerome Powell as Fed chair.　　Bitcoin Slips amid Market Speculations　　While Trump Media has not issued an official statement on the latest transfer to Crypto com, deposits to crypto exchanges often fuel market speculation about potential liquidations.　　Bitcoin has dropped and currently trades near $77,600. The 24-hour low and high are $76,655 and $78,100, respectively. Furthermore, trading volume has decreased by 7% over the last 24 hours, indicating a decline in interest among traders.　　According to Santiment data, 9,664 Bitcoin worth over $744 million have been transferred to crypto exchanges over the last five days. Moreover, b　　Mark Cuban sells most of his Bitcoin, says it “lost the

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Fed hike odds hit 52% as 30-year yields break above 5%

Fed hike odds have climbed to 52% while 30-year U.S. Treasury yields have pushed above 5%, tightening financial conditions and upping the pressure on risk assets from stocks to crypto.Futures now price a 52% chance of at least one Fed rate hike.The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has moved above 5% for the first time since 2007.Higher-for-longer yields threaten altcoins and DeFi protocols reliant on cheap liquidity.　　Market-based indicators show traders assigning a roughly 52% probability that the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates again before year-end, reversing earlier consensus that the next move would be a cut. That marks the first time since the tightening cycle peaked that rate-hike odds have clearly outweighed expectations of cuts, according to futures-based tools that track implied probabilities from Fed funds contracts.　　Those shifting expectations are moving fast along the yield curve. The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has surged through the 5% threshold, with recent auctions clearing around 5.06% and secondary-market trading hovering near 5.1%—levels not seen since before the global financial crisis. In a recent auction, the U.S. Treasury sold $25 billion of 30-year bonds at a high yield of about 5.058%, underscoring how investors are demanding a higher term premium to hold long-dated U.S.

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a16z says blockchain is finance’s cloud shift, not a decentralization story

a16z crypto says Wall Street is adopting blockchain less for ideology than for efficiency, risk control and programmable market infrastructure that makes assets composable.Guy Wuollet compares blockchain‘s role in finance to cloud computing’s role in enterprise IT.a16z argues tokenized assets turn closed financial systems into shared programmable networks.The firm says Wall Streets real interest is settlement, coordination and counterparty risk reduction.　　a16z crypto general partner Guy Wuollet says the financial industry is undergoing a digital migration in which blockchain is becoming core infrastructure, much as cloud computing became the backbone of modern enterprise software. In his essay, Wuollet argues that “digital assets” are not mainly about ideology or decentralization, but about upgrading the architecture of finance itself.　　“Wall Street is beginning to adopt blockchains with zeal: Not because its fixated on the idea of decentralization, but because blockchains create a Schelling point amongst counterparties to upgrade existing backend systems,” Wuollet wrote. He added that “digital assets” represent “the digital transformation for financial services in the same way that cloud services once represented the digital transformation for large enterprises.”　　The argument is blunt and basically correct. Traditional finance still runs on fragmented databases, delayed reconciliation and institution-specific ledgers, so blockchains appeal is not philosophical

05-22Industry

Ethereum Traders Increase Leverage Exposure: Liquidity Returns To Binance Futures Market

Sebastians journey into the world of crypto began four years ago, driven by a fascination with the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize financial systems. His initial exploration focused on understanding the intricacies of various crypto projects, particularly those focused on building innovative financial solutions. Through countless hours of research and learning, Sebastian developed a deep understanding of the underlying technologies, market dynamics, and potential applications of cryptocurrencies.　　As his knowledge grew, Sebastian felt compelled to share his insights with others. He began actively contributing to online discussions on platforms like X and LinkedIn, focusing on fintech and crypto-related content. His goal was to expose valuable trends and insights to a wider audience, fostering a deeper understanding of the rapidly evolving crypto landscape. Sebastians contributions quickly gained recognition, and he became a trusted voice in the online crypto community.　　To further enhance his expertise, Sebastian pursued a UC Berkeley Fintech: Frameworks, Applications, and Strategies certification. This rigorous program equipped him with valuable skills and knowledge regarding Financial Technology, bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi). The certification deepened his understanding of the broader financial landscape and its intersection with blockchain technology.　　Sebastians passion for finance and writing is evident

05-22Industry

U.S. sellers offload $1.34B Bitcoin in 4 days – What it means for BTCs next move

Bitcoin remains in a tight Spot as its next directional move carries significant liquidation consequences on both sides of the market.　　Selling pressure is building, macroeconomic uncertainty is deepening, and investors are increasingly shifting toward protecting their capital over the longer term.　　$22.08 billion in liquidation clusters sit on both sides　　The latest analysis from Alphractals CEO shows that Bitcoin [BTC] has accumulated large liquidation clusters on both the buy and sell sides over the past three months, amounting to $22.08 billion depending on where price skews.　　The analysis shows that a decline lower, with the asset dropping to between $69,990 and $62,153, carries the most risk, as it would trigger a long liquidation cascade of $12.73 billion from the market.　　Source: Alphractal　　On the flip side, a rally upward carries minimal short liquidation risk in comparison.　　Between $83,109 and $84,131, capital expected to exit the market via short liquidations amounts to $9.35 billion. Presently, market momentum will dictate which side is likely to bear the brunt of these losses first, based on where price skews.　　Coinbase Premium Index stays negative　　A significant sell-off from U.S. investors is already weighing on Bitcoins near-term outlook and increasing the risk of a liquidation cascade against long positions.　　The Coinbase Premium Index, which

05-22Exchange

Coinbase premium hits monthly low as institutional selling pressure mounts

A key indicator of institutional crypto market participation, the Coinbase premium has fallen deeper into negative territory, indicating increased selling pressure from institutions.　　The Coinbase premium has been mostly negative since late April, but it has fallen much faster over the past seven days and recorded its lowest level this month at -0.0983% on May 21.　　“Institutional selling pressure has intensified recently,” CryptoQuant analyst Darkfost said on Thursday.　　“This suggests that the population of institutional and professional investors trading on Coinbase Advanced is selling more aggressively than investors trading on Binance.”　　Institutional investors are also shying away from store-of-value assets such as gold, which is down 5.8% over the past month, favoring stocks with the S&P500 and Dow Jones indexes trending up since the beginning of April.　　Analyst Axel Adler said the results suggest “zero confirmation from US spot demand.”　　The Coinbase premium is a measure of the difference between Bitcoin prices on Coinbase, which is used more by US institutions, and Binance, favored more by retail investors.　　Coinbase premium falls to its lowest level this month. Source: Coinglass　　Institutions are repositioning　　“The uncertainty surrounding the current macro environment appears to be pushing institutions toward hedging strategies while waiting for greater clarity,” Darkfost said.　　LVRG research director Nick Ruck told

05-22Exchange

Traders Get AI, Defense, and China Perp Futures on Coinbase Starting June 8

Coinbase Derivatives is bringing perpetual-style equity index futures to U.S. regulated markets on June 8, giving traders direct exposure to artificial intelligence (AI), Chinese equities, defense, and broad tech through four new thematic contracts.　　Key Takeaways:Coinbase Derivatives launches perpetual-style equity index futures on June 8, 2026, targeting U.S. regulated markets.Four contracts covering AI, China, defense, and tech give traders thematic exposure via a funding-rate mechanism.Retail access to Coinbases AIP, CHN, DEF, and TEK perp contracts is planned for the coming months.　　U.S. Traders Get Regulated Equity Perps From Coinbase Derivatives on June 8　　The exchange announced the launch on Thursday. “Were adding even more ways to trade equities on Coinbase,” the company wrote. “Go long or short on the hottest sectors and trends.” The contracts cover four indexes: AI10 (AIP), China10 (CHN), Defense10 (DEF), and Tech100 (TEK).　　Perpetual futures, commonly called perps, are derivative contracts that let traders speculate on an assets price without an expiration date. Unlike traditional futures, which settle at a fixed date, perps can be held indefinitely. To keep the contract price close to the actual market price, exchanges use a funding rate mechanism.　　If the perp trades above the spot price, long holders pay short holders a fee. If it

05-22Exchange

5 crypto firms wind down this week amid ongoing market slump

At least five crypto companies have shuttered this week as a prolonged downturn in the crypto market has put downward pressure on user activity and investor funding.　　Crypto trading card platform Fantasy.top, cross-blockchain infrastructure company Everclear, and Ethereum layer-2 blockchain ZERO Network all announced Thursday that they were winding down, with their products failing to find the right fit in the market or sustain enough revenue.　　This came the same week Ethereum infrastructure firm Syndicate Labs announced it was winding down after five years in a shrinking rollup market, and crypto ATM company Bitcoin Depot filed for bankruptcy in the US on Monday, citing financial strain and regulatory pressure.　　Crypto companies have struggled this year amid a broad market downturn that has seen Bitcoin (BTC) fall about 40% from a peak of $126,000 in early October. Many public companies also reported losses in the first quarter, and the crypto industry has laid off more than 5,000 employees this year.　　Fantasy.top posted to X on Thursday that it would shut down in June after two years of operations because its trading volume “was not sufficient to sustainably support long-term operations.”　　The company added that it explored different products, such as prediction markets, to stay afloat, but

05-22Exchange

Young Adults Involved in AI Romance Hide Full Use From Partners 69% of the Time

Researchers at Brigham Young University, the Institute for Family Studies, and the Wheatley Institute found 15% of partnered U.S. adults ages 18 to 30 regularly use AI romantic companions.More than half of regular users said they hide at least some of the behavior from their partners, and 69% said it was important their partner not know the full extent of their use.Regular AI companion use was associated with lower relationship stability and lower-quality communication, according to the report.　　One in seven young adults in committed relationships regularly use AI romantic companion chatbots—and many are concealing the behavior from their partners, according to a new report from researchers at Brigham Young University, the Institute for Family Studies, and the Wheatley Institute.　　The report, titled “Secret Soulmates,” surveyed 2,431 U.S. adults ages 18 to 30 who were dating, engaged, or married.　　“While general engagement with AI companions was high for both men and women, when looking across all results, some specific cautions appear warranted when it comes to young adult men,” the study said. “Men were more likely to engage with AI companions, more likely to create sexual content with AI platforms and masturbate during these interactions, and more likely to prefer AI interactions to

05-22Industry

Bitcoin Holds Above $77K Mark Amid Market Uncertainty

It seems that macroeconomic considerations are now influencing the shift in Bitcoins price, as it closely mirrored the US small-cap stock index. Concerns over a further price drop below $75,000 were stoked by $2 billion in outflows from US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs in the seven days before Tuesday. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $77,246, down 0.19% in the last 24 hours as per data from CMC, after briefly touching $78K mark.　　Market Beginning to Stablize　　But as Bitcoin (BTC) recovered the upper limits of its range highs, demand on Coinbase suggests that the market is beginning to stabilize. The Coinbase Premium Index has maintained an upward trend over the last 14 days, indicating consistent buyer demand, even though traders have taken $1.14 billion in gains, causing the daily Coinbase premium to hit a six-week low.　　May 19 saw the lowest reading of the Coinbase Premium Index since March 31st, falling to -0.087. The fact that Bitcoin was priced cheaper on Coinbase compared to Binance indicates that demand from purchasers in the US is weaker, as the negative premium indicates.　　With a price surge to $82,000 and a daily profit of 14,600 BTC ($1.14 billion) for holders on May 4, profit-taking

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