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  • MAY 29, 2026 (9)

  • Ripple (XRP) Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 08:00 UTC

    RedotPay Expands XRP Payment and Transfer Capabilities

    RedotPay has expanded support for XRP, allowing users to spend XRP for everyday transactions, make international transfers, access credit backed by their holdings, and convert between fiat currencies and XRP within the platform. The added features are designed to improve the practical use of XRP beyond trading, giving users more flexibility in managing and spending digital assets. The development reflects a broader trend of payment-focused crypto platforms integrating digital assets into financial services. Market observers are watching whether increased real-world utility can drive greater adoption and transaction activity across the XRP ecosystem.

  • Altcoins Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 07:48 UTC

    Pi Network-Backed Gaming Platform Reaches 81,000 Users in First Week

    Pi Network announced that the beta version of the CiDi Games app on Pi Browser attracted more than 81,000 users within its first week of launch. The platform, backed by Pi Network Ventures, recorded over 1.2 million game sessions across 160 regions. The release introduced instant-access games, tournament features, developer tools, and integration with the Pi ELF companion ecosystem. The early adoption figures suggest growing engagement within the Pi Network ecosystem as it expands beyond payments and mining-related activities. Market participants will be watching whether user activity translates into sustained growth for developers and broader utility across the Pi ecosystem.

  • Ripple (XRP) Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 07:24 UTC

    XRP Order Book Shows Strong Buy-Side Depth on Coinbase

    The order book for XRP on Coinbase remains heavily weighted toward buy orders, with bid liquidity reportedly outnumbering sell-side liquidity by nearly seven times across larger order bands. While order book data does not predict price direction, it suggests that upward price moves may require less capital than comparable declines due to stronger buying interest at multiple levels. Order books reflect trader intentions rather than executed trades, and conditions can change quickly as orders are added or removed. Market participants are watching whether the sustained bid imbalance translates into stronger spot demand and price support for XRP in the coming weeks.

  • Crypto news Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 06:23 UTC

    Korea Investment & Securities and OKX to Acquire 40% Stake in Coinone

    Korea Investment & Securities and OKX are set to sign an agreement on May 29 to acquire a combined 40% stake in Coinone, with each party taking a 20% share. The transaction is reportedly valued between 500 billion and 600 billion Korean won ($332 million–$398 million) and is expected to be completed primarily through the issuance of new shares. Existing major shareholders will retain operational control. Korea Investment & Securities said the investment will support expansion into tokenized securities issuance and trading, digital asset brokerage services, and institutional client offerings, reflecting growing interest from traditional financial firms in South Korea’s crypto sector.

  • Altcoins Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 06:20 UTC

    Zcash Pulls Back 20% as Traders Assess Strength of Recent Rally

    Zcash has fallen roughly 20% from its recent peak after a rally that saw the token gain more than 1,000% from lows below $70 in late 2025. The surge was supported by institutional accumulation, including purchases by Multicoin Capital, and public endorsements from Naval Ravikant and Arthur Hayes. A reported $38 million short position placed near the top has become profitable as prices retraced, fueling debate over market structure and liquidation-driven volatility. Supporters point to Zcash’s zk-SNARKs privacy technology and increasing network hashrate, while critics question long-term adoption. Traders are closely watching the $500 level as a key support zone.

  • Exchange News Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 06:13 UTC

    Coinbase Premium Index Signals Continued Institutional Caution in Bitcoin Market

    The Coinbase Premium Index has remained weak since the start of the year, suggesting limited buying interest from institutional investors. The indicator measures the price difference between Bitcoin on Coinbase Advanced, widely used by institutional participants, and Binance, the largest global crypto exchange by trading volume. A low or negative premium typically points to stronger selling pressure or weaker demand from large investors. The trend comes amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty, including trade tensions and geopolitical risks. Unless institutional demand improves, sustained upward momentum in Bitcoin may remain difficult to achieve despite continued activity from retail traders.

  • Crypto news Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 06:04 UTC

    Sui Network Restores Operations After Six-Hour Outage Caused by Software Bug

    Sui blockchain has resumed normal operations after a network outage that lasted about six hours. The network stalled at 14:15 UTC on May 28 and was fully restored at 20:32 UTC, according to the Sui Network team. Reports indicate the disruption was caused by a crash bug in the gas charging logic introduced in the version 1.72 software release. The outage temporarily halted activity across protocols including Cetus, NAVI, Panzerdogs, and the USDC stablecoin ecosystem on Sui. No user funds were lost. The incident highlights the operational risks of software upgrades, and a detailed post-mortem is expected in the coming days.

  • Bitcoin Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 06:00 UTC

    Strategy Transfers 411 Bitcoin to Coinbase

    Strategy has moved 411.48 BTC, valued at approximately $30.3 million, to Coinbase Prime, according to blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain. The transfer has fueled market speculation about a potential Bitcoin sale, with odds on Polymarket indicating an 84% probability that Strategy will sell BTC before Dec. 31, 2026. While the transaction does not confirm an intent to sell, large transfers to exchange-linked custody platforms are closely monitored by traders. Market participants are now watching for further wallet activity or official comments from Strategy regarding the purpose of the transfer.

  • Ethereum Nidhi Kolhapur May 29, 2026 05:57 UTC

    Bit Digital Adds $20M in Ethereum

    Nasdaq-listed Bit Digital has expanded its Ethereum treasury with the purchase of 8,568 ETH worth approximately $20 million. The company acquired the tokens on May 11 at an average price of $2,334 per ETH. Following the transaction, Bit Digital’s total corporate holdings have grown to more than 158,000 ETH. The purchase comes despite Ethereum’s relatively weak market performance this year, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to the asset.

  • MAY 28, 2026 (2)

  • Bitcoin Nidhi Kolhapur May 28, 2026 04:50 UTC

    Bitcoin Price Crash Today

    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 $264 million. Markets also reacted to reports of new U.S. strikes targeting Iranian drone operations near the Strait.The move matters because rising Middle East tensions are increasing uncertainty across global markets. Traders are now watching whether geopolitical risks continue pushing Bitcoin and other crypto assets lower.

  • Donald Trump Says U.S. Crypto Industry Is “Back” After Gensler Era

    President Donald Trump claimed strict crypto policies under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler pushed crypto companies, Bitcoin trading, and innovation outside the U.S. He said his administration reversed that trend and plans to create permanent digital asset laws to support the industry.The statement matters because U.S. regulation strongly affects crypto exchanges, investors, startups, and Bitcoin markets worldwide. Clearer rules could attract more companies and investment back to America.What happens next depends on Congress and regulators finalizing crypto market structure laws and enforcement policies.

  • MAY 27, 2026 (11)

  • Stablecoin Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 12:57 UTC

    SoFi Launches SoFiUSD Stablecoin to 14.7 Million Users

    SoFi Technologies has launched its U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, SoFiUSD, inside the SoFi app for its 14.7 million members. Users can now buy, sell, hold, and convert the stablecoin directly through the retail banking interface. SoFi said the launch marks the first stablecoin issued by a U.S. nationally chartered bank to be integrated into a consumer banking app. The token initially operates on Ethereum and Solana, with plans to expand into tokenized deposits, cross-border payments, and institutional trading integrations through Bullish.

  • Altcoins Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 12:24 UTC

    LUNC Market Cap Reclaims $500 Million

    Terra Luna Classic surged 12% in the past 24 hours, pushing its market capitalization back above $500 million for the third time in a month. The token has gained more than 50% over the last 30 days as speculative trading activity and renewed meme-driven momentum returned to the market. The rebound is notable because LUNC has struggled to maintain sustained rallies since the collapse of the original Terra ecosystem in 2022. Traders are now watching whether rising volume and momentum can support another breakout or if the token faces resistance as short-term holders begin taking profits.

  • Exchange News Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 11:06 UTC

    Coinbase Expands Global Fiat Rails With Standard Chartered

    Coinbase partnered with Standard Chartered to expand fiat banking infrastructure for institutional crypto clients. The integration adds support for AUD, SGD, CAD, and CHF payments, alongside GSIB-backed EUR and GBP settlement services across Coinbase Prime and Coinbase Exchange. The move allows institutions to manage multi-currency trading strategies more efficiently, reduce foreign exchange conversion costs, and move capital across global markets faster. Coinbase said the partnership is part of a broader push to connect traditional banking infrastructure with stablecoins and onchain finance, aiming to create faster and more seamless cross-border capital flows.

  • Hack Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 11:04 UTC

    Stake DAO Hit by 5.44T Token Exploit

    Stake DAO was exploited on Arbitrum after an attacker reportedly obtained the protocol’s deployer private key and changed the LayerZero v2 peer configuration for vsdCRV. By setting an arbitrary peer, the attacker forged a malicious cross-chain message that triggered the unconditional minting of roughly 5.44 trillion vsdCRV tokens to their wallet. Blockchain security firm Blockaid said the attacker already swapped part of the tokens for around 43.78 ETH and bridged funds to Ethereum. Users have been urged to revoke approvals while the team investigates the breach.

  • Crypto news Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 10:34 UTC

    Banca Sella Becomes First Italian Bank Approved for Crypto Services

    Banca Sella said it has completed the notification process with the Bank of Italy, positioning it to become the first Italian bank authorized to offer crypto-related services. The bank plans to launch digital asset custody and transfer services for selected clients by the end of 2026. The move marks a significant step for crypto adoption within Italy’s traditional banking sector, especially as European regulators continue building frameworks around digital assets. Banca Sella is also a founding member of Qivalis, a group of 37 banks working on a euro-backed stablecoin initiative, signaling growing institutional interest in blockchain-based financial infrastructure.

  • Bitcoin Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 08:44 UTC

    Dormant Bitcoin Wallets Burn 107 BTC Worth $8.3 Million

    Five long-dormant wallets transferred 107 Bitcoin — worth roughly $8.3 million — to a burn address, permanently removing the coins from circulation after more than 11 years of inactivity. Burn addresses are inaccessible wallets with no known private keys, meaning the funds cannot be recovered or spent again. The event slightly reduces Bitcoin’s already limited supply, adding to the long-term scarcity narrative that supports the asset’s value proposition. Traders are now watching whether more dormant whale wallets become active as Bitcoin remains near historically elevated price levels.

  • Exchange News Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 08:16 UTC

    South Korea Crypto Trading Volume Drops Sharply Against Stock Market

    South Korea has seen cryptocurrency trading activity fall to around one-tenth of stock market levels as investors shift toward equities during the country’s strong KOSPI rally. Data showed combined trading volume across major exchanges including Upbit, Bithumb, Coinone, Korbit, and Gopax reached only 8% of KOSPI trading volume in May. The figure marks a major decline from December 2024, when crypto trading volume briefly exceeded stock market activity following the post-election crypto rally in the United States. Markets are now watching whether weaker retail participation signals a longer-term cooling in South Korea’s once-dominant crypto trading environment.

  • Ripple (XRP) Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 07:29 UTC

    Ripple Trademark Filings Signal Push Into Institutional Finance

    Ripple has filed new trademarks covering prime brokerage, securities lending, and clearing services, signaling a broader expansion into institutional financial infrastructure. The filings suggest Ripple is moving beyond cross-border payments and deeper into services traditionally dominated by major banks and trading firms. The move follows Ripple’s $1.25 billion acquisition of Hidden Road, which now operates as Ripple Prime. Markets are watching whether Ripple can leverage its blockchain network and institutional relationships to become a larger player in tokenized finance and crypto-integrated capital markets.

  • Bitcoin ETF Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 06:39 UTC

    BlackRock’s IBIT Records Massive $1.29B Dark Pool Bitcoin ETF Trade

    BlackRock saw a massive $1.29 billion dark pool transaction tied to its IBIT Bitcoin ETF, involving nearly 29 million shares traded on Nasdaq. According to Alex Thorn, it was the largest IBIT block trade he had seen. The trade briefly surpassed the ETF’s normal daily trading volume, highlighting strong institutional activity in spot Bitcoin products. Despite the scale of the transaction, Bitcoin held above $75,000, suggesting the market absorbed the order without major volatility. Traders are now watching whether large institutional positioning continues supporting ETF inflows and Bitcoin price stability.

  • South Korea Makes First Arrest in DEX Rug Pull Fraud Case

    South Korea prosecutors have made the country’s first arrest and prosecution tied to a decentralized exchange rug pull scheme. Authorities charged a group accused of manipulating the price of CATFI and earning roughly KRW 400 million ($260,000) in illegal profits. Investigators said the main suspect, identified as Park, allegedly posed online as crypto influencer “Eth Father” to falsely market the token before executing the rug pull. The scheme reportedly caused about KRW 900 million in losses for 256 investors. The case signals that regulators are increasing enforcement against fraud in decentralized crypto markets, even when activity occurs through DEX platforms.

  • Altcoins Nidhi Kolhapur May 27, 2026 06:34 UTC

    XRP Traders Deep in Losses as MVRV Hits Lowest Level Since 2020

    XRP traders who were active over the past 30 days are down an average of 47%, pushing the token’s MVRV ratio to its lowest level since December 2020. The metric measures average trader profitability, and historically, deeply negative readings have appeared during periods of extreme fear and capitulation before major rebounds. Despite XRP losing more than half its value since last summer, investors continue watching for potential catalysts including regulatory progress, ETF speculation, and broader adoption of Ripple technology. Markets are now focused on whether panic selling has largely exhausted itself, creating conditions for a stronger recovery if sentiment improves.