Saylor says onchain proof-of-reserves a ‘bad idea’ due to security risks
Michael Saylor, the executive chair of major Bitcoin-buying firm Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, says institutions posting onchain proof-of-reserves is a “bad idea” that could pose security risks. “The current, conventional way to publish proof of reserves is an insecure proof of reserves,” Saylor said when asked about institutions adopting the transparency measure at a May 26 […]
France’s Blockchain Group to buy 590 Bitcoin after bond sale
The Paris-based crypto company Blockchain Group is adding more Bitcoin to its growing treasury through a 63.3 million euro ($72 million) bond sale. The company hopes to buy another 590 Bitcoin (BTC) with the funds, increasing its total holdings to 1,437 BTC, the Blockchain Group said on May 26. Bitcoin is trading at over $109,00, […]
Bitlayer secures 31.5% of Bitcoin's hashrate to bring smart contracts to BTC
Bitlayer’s Bitcoin smart-contract system is being implemented by mining pools behind 31.5% of the network’s hashrate, a development that will help ensure that its system will operate on the Bitcoin blockchain, the company said. According to a May 27 announcement shared with Cointelegraph, Bitlayer’s BitVM implementation will be supported by major Bitcoin (BTC) mining pools […]
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Today in crypto, Dubai has launched the Middle East’s first tokenized real estate project. Meanwhile, a crypto investor lost $2.6 million after falling victim to two phishing scams. In US politics, House Speaker Mike Johnson dismissed concerns over President Donald Trump’s memecoin dinner. Dubai launches first licensed tokenized real estate project in MENA region Dubai […]
Bitcoin stalls at $110K but institutional investors continue gobbling up BTC
Key takeaways: Bitcoin is stuck below $110,000 due to macroeconomic uncertainty and as Nvidia earnings anticipation caps risk appetite. Strong spot BTC ETF inflows and Bitcoin options data are hints that US economic clarity could unlock BTC highs. Investor sentiment improved on May 26 after US President Donald Trump postponed his retaliatory European Union 50% […]
Bitcoin stalls at $110K but institutional investors continue gobbling up BTC
Key takeaways: Bitcoin is stuck below $110,000 due to macroeconomic uncertainty and as Nvidia earnings anticipation caps risk appetite. Strong spot BTC ETF inflows and Bitcoin options data are hints that US economic clarity could unlock BTC highs. Investor sentiment improved on May 26 after US President Donald Trump postponed his retaliatory European Union 50% […]
Price predictions 5/26: SPX, DXY, BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, DOGE, ADA, HYPE
Key points: Bitcoin ETPs continue to witness solid buying, signaling that the bulls expect the uptrend to continue. Several major altcoins witnessed a pullback, but lower levels continue to attract buyers. Bitcoin (BTC) is attempting to sustain above $109,588, indicating buying on every minor dip. Bitcoin has risen for seven consecutive weeks, and if buyers […]
Bitcoin bulls start Memorial Day blitz on $110K — Will spot follow when US markets open?
Key takeaways: Bitcoin price is capped at the $110,000 level due to sellers and a decrease in spot volumes. Leverage use is driving current rallies into this resistance level. Traders are watching today’s volumes to see if emerging intraday trends are followed at the US open on May 27. Bitcoin (BTC) price staged a mild […]
BlackRock issues rare warning: Is Bitcoin’s future at risk from quantum tech?
BlackRock Bitcoin warning In a rare move, BlackRock has quietly added a new line to its iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) filing — and it is turning heads. The update, submitted in early May 2025, flags quantum computing as a potential risk to Bitcoin’s long-term security. The filing specifically warns that if quantum tech advances far […]
Veteran capital in crypto is shaping South Korea’s elections
Cryptocurrency has emerged as a defining issue in South Korea’s snap presidential election, with candidates vying for support from a growing base of digital asset investors across generations. All three front-runners have rolled out crypto-friendly proposals. These include the legalization of spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and the easing of banking rules that currently […]
How to set up stop-loss and take-profit orders
Key takeaways Bitcoin and crypto traders can rely on automated orders on their trading platform to limit losses and secure gains. Stop-loss orders in Bitcoin trading started as manual risk management in the early 2010s. Now, they have become advanced, automated tools on today’s exchanges. In the algorithm era and bot pestering, proper trading tools […]
Bitcoin’s new highs may have been driven by Japan bond market crisis
Bitcoin’s recent all-time high may be linked to ongoing issues in the Japanese bond market, possibly signaling BTC’s growing recognition as a hedge against instability in the traditional financial (TradFi) system. Bitcoin’s (BTC) price rose to a new all-time high of $112,000 on May 22, before retracing to change hands above $109,700 at the time […]