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The New Pope Plays Video Games
9.5.2025
Yesterday, the world was introduced to the newest leader of the Catholic church, Pope Leo XIV aka Robert Francis Prevost. He was elected after just two days and was born in Chicago, making him the first American pope in history. He also is very likely the first pope to regularly play video games....
Bitcoin’s Hashrate Hits New Peak as Miners Ride Price Wave
9.5.2025
Riding bitcoin’s climb to levels last glimpsed in early February, the network’s raw processing muscle has rocketed to a record-setting 929 exahash per second (EH/s), a horsepower figure that illustrates just how fiercely miners are competing to add the next block. Miners Power Up: Bitcoin Network...
Bettors Lose Millions Predicting the New Pope as Polymarket Edge Fizzles Out
9.5.2025
The event throws into question the perceived heightened accuracy of betting markets like Poymarket over conventional polls
Doom: The Dark Ages: The Kotaku Review
9.5.2025
Doom as a franchise has evolved a lot over the decades since it first arrived in the ‘90s. But through all those changes, there remain a few things I need in a Doom game to feel satisfied with it. A Doom game checklist, if you will. It’s not long, but it does make up the core of Doom.Read more
Market Maker Flowdesk Expands Capital Market Offerings With New Institutional Credit Desk
9.5.2025
Institutions trading crypto need more than fast execution, they need tools to unlock capital and build precise strategies says Flowdesk’s U.S. CEO
Gemini to launch crypto derivatives in Europe with new license
9.5.2025
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has received regulatory approval to expand crypto derivatives trading across Europe.Gemini secured a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)...
Gemini to launch crypto derivatives in Europe with new license
9.5.2025
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has received regulatory approval to expand crypto derivatives trading across Europe.Gemini secured a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II) license from the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)...
Crypto Trail Ends in Murder Convictions—Coinbase Traced the Killers
9.5.2025
A brutal crime spree in NYC nightlife was brought to justice as blockchain sleuthing by Coinbase exposed killers, recovered funds, and redefined crypto’s role in law enforcement. Coinbase Says ‘It Was One of the Most Difficult Cases We’ve Supported’ Paul Grewal, chief legal...
Within 48 Hours, 2 US States Enact Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Legislation
9.5.2025
Bitcoin surges into state-level finance as two U.S. states legalize strategic bitcoin reserves within 48 hours, signaling unstoppable bipartisan momentum and a new financial era. Bitcoin Breaks Through Politics: Two States Flip in 48 Hours With Explosive Moves Momentum behind strategic bitcoin...
SEC, Ripple Ink $50M Settlement Agreement, Ask NY Judge for Green Light
8.5.2025
District Judge Analisa Torres ordered Ripple to pay the SEC a $125 million fine last year. Under the new settlement agreement, Ripple will get the majority of that money back
Bitcoin options could pave the path for new BTC price highs — Here is how
8.5.2025
Key takeaways:97% of the $8.3 billion in Bitcoin put options expire worthless at a $102,000 BTC price.Short covering above $105,000 could trigger a Bitcoin price rally to new highs.Bitcoin (BTC) soared above $101,000 on May 8, reaching its highest level in over three months. The 4.6% daily...
Bitcoin options could pave the path for new BTC price highs — Here is how
8.5.2025
Key takeaways:97% of the $8.3 billion in Bitcoin put options expire worthless at a $102,000 BTC price.Short covering above $105,000 could trigger a Bitcoin price rally to new highs.Bitcoin (BTC) soared above $101,000 on May 8, reaching its highest level in over three months. The 4.6% daily...
SEC considers new rules easing security token issuance
8.5.2025
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering rule changes to let companies more freely issue tokenized securities, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said in a speech published on May 8.The regulator is “considering a potential exemptive order” for firms using blockchain...
SEC considers new rules easing security token issuance
8.5.2025
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering rule changes to let companies more freely issue tokenized securities, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said in a speech published on May 8.The regulator is “considering a potential exemptive order” for firms using blockchain...
SEC considers new rules easing security token issuance
8.5.2025
Updated to correct that the SEC sent a Wells notice to Uniswap but did not bring charges.The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is considering rule changes to let companies more freely issue tokenized securities, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said in a speech published on May 8.The...
Stripe Unveils Payments Products Powered by 'Gale-Force Tailwind' Stablecoins
8.5.2025
Stripe has launched a new money management service powered by stablecoins
98% of Tokens on Pump.Fun Have Been Rug Pulls or an Act of Fraud, New Report Says
8.5.2025
Seven millions tokens have been launched in pump.fun since its inception in 2024
New bull cycle? Bitcoin's return to $100K hints at ‘significant price move’
8.5.2025
Key points:Bitcoin’s realized cap is beating records and has almost reached the $900 billion mark.The market is laying the foundations for a “potentially significant price breakout,” new analysis says.Profit-taking is not hindering the overall bull market rebound.Bitcoin (BTC)...
New bull cycle? Bitcoin's return to $100K hints at ‘significant price move’
8.5.2025
Key points:Bitcoin’s realized cap is beating records and has almost reached the $900 billion mark.The market is laying the foundations for a “potentially significant price breakout,” new analysis says.Profit-taking is not hindering the overall bull market rebound.Bitcoin (BTC)...
Ripple M&A Target Hidden Road to Open New Office in Abu Dhabi With a Potential Royal Family Addition
8.5.2025
The firm has received in-principle approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM