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THORChain confirms $10M exploit, rolls out recovery portal for affected users

THORChain confirms $10M exploit, rolls out recovery portal for affected users

May 16, 2026

THORChain has launched a recovery portal following a $10 million exploit, allowing affected users across four chains to revoke malicious approvals and claim refunds.

Sharplink CEO points out 3 catalysts for Ethereum's price to surge higher

Sharplink CEO points out 3 catalysts for Ethereum's price to surge higher

May 16, 2026

The rest of the world is “really closely” watching the US CLARITY Act as the nation moves further away from the previous “hostile stance,” according to Sharplink’s chief.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs bleed $1B in a week, snapping six-week inflow run

Spot Bitcoin ETFs bleed $1B in a week, snapping six-week inflow run

May 16, 2026

Spot Bitcoin ETFs shed $1 billion in a single week as capital rotated toward AI stocks and macro uncertainty weighed on sentiment, ending a six-week run that had pulled in $3.4 billion.

US CLARITY Act brings ‘major spike of euphoria’ to Bitcoin: Santiment

US CLARITY Act brings ‘major spike of euphoria’ to Bitcoin: Santiment

May 16, 2026

Santiment warned that the crypto market “typically” moves against crowd expectations, pointing to a recent rise in bullish sentiment driven by renewed momentum around the US CLARITY Act.

House committee leaders urge Trump to nominate CFTC members, citing CLARITY Act

House committee leaders urge Trump to nominate CFTC members, citing CLARITY Act

May 16, 2026

The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission is currently headed by Chair Michael Selig, with no public statement from Donald Trump about fully staffing the five-member panel of commissioners.

Bitcoin Depot filing casts doubt on company’s future amid lawsuits

Bitcoin Depot filing casts doubt on company’s future amid lawsuits

May 16, 2026

The crypto ATM company reported financial difficulties amid a changing regulatory environment and ongoing litigation, which have cost it millions of dollars.

ICE, CME press US regulators to 'rein in' Hyperliquid energy trading: Report

ICE, CME press US regulators to 'rein in' Hyperliquid energy trading: Report

May 16, 2026

The Hyperliquid decentralized exchange allows anyone who stakes 500,000 HYPE tokens, valued at roughly $22.2 million, to deploy new markets.

Solayer launches Visa-compatible card for USDC payments

Solayer launches Visa-compatible card for USDC payments

May 16, 2026

The new card lets users spend USDC balances through online, in-store and contactless transactions while accessing ATM withdrawals in supported regions.

US law firm files motion requesting redistribution of $344M USDt linked to Iran

US law firm files motion requesting redistribution of $344M USDt linked to Iran

May 15, 2026

Law firm Gerstein Harrow LLP is attempting to claim frozen cryptocurrency funds for claimants of unrelated judgments stretching back decades.

Price predictions 5/15: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH

Price predictions 5/15: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, HYPE, ADA, ZEC, BCH

May 15, 2026

Sellers have pulled Bitcoin back below the $79,000 level, but buying may emerge as the price nears the $76,000 support.

Bitwise launches US-listed Hyperliquid fund with staking rewards

Bitwise launches US-listed Hyperliquid fund with staking rewards

May 15, 2026

BHYP offers spot exposure to Hyperliquid’s HYPE token and will stake a portion of its holdings through Bitwise’s in-house staking division.

Myanmar’s military government proposes life in prison for crypto scammers

Myanmar’s military government proposes life in prison for crypto scammers

May 15, 2026

The text of Myanmar’s Anti-Online Fraud Bill said that anyone who was convicted of committing “digital currency fraud” could face from ten years to life in prison, and possibly the death penalty.

Ethereum analysts see ‘downside risks’ as bears eye 20% ETH price drop

Ethereum analysts see ‘downside risks’ as bears eye 20% ETH price drop

May 15, 2026

Ethereum analysts said that increasing supply on exchanges and declining ETF demand put ETH at risk of another leg down to $1,700.

Crypto’s CLARITY Act faces partisan fight over ethics on Senate floor

Crypto’s CLARITY Act faces partisan fight over ethics on Senate floor

May 15, 2026

While Senator Tim Scott touted yesterday’s markup as bipartisan, just two Democratic senators supported the bill, and no Democratic amendments were adopted.

Bitcoin price dives under $79K as US bond market triggers 3% BTC price rout

Bitcoin price dives under $79K as US bond market triggers 3% BTC price rout

May 15, 2026

Bitcoin joined stocks in a sell-off over US bond yields as BTC price action eyed its lowest levels for May after giving up gains.

BloFin War of Whales 2026 Grand Prix opens registration for $5M trading championship

BloFin War of Whales 2026 Grand Prix opens registration for $5M trading championship

May 15, 2026

BloFin, a prominent global cryptocurrency exchange, has officially opened registration for its highly anticipated trading competition, the WOW (War of Whales) 2026 Grand Prix.

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

May 15, 2026

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Polish lawmakers back revised crypto bill after repeated vetoes

Polish lawmakers back revised crypto bill after repeated vetoes

May 15, 2026

Polish lawmakers approve a Ministry of Finance-backed crypto bill to implement the EU MiCA framework in a 241–200 vote after repeated vetoes.

Bitcoin stalls above $80K despite CLARITY Act pass: What will trigger a breakout?

Bitcoin stalls above $80K despite CLARITY Act pass: What will trigger a breakout?

May 15, 2026

Bitcoin’s break above $82,000 and a return of strong institutional demand are prerequisites to confirm a trend change for BTC price.

South Korea plans July rules for tokenized securities

South Korea plans July rules for tokenized securities

May 15, 2026

South Korea's FSC is preparing detailed rules for tokenized securities before a legal framework for blockchain-based securities takes effect in February 2027.

Bitcoin risks ‘next downtrend’ as traders diverge on fate of $82K resistance

Bitcoin risks ‘next downtrend’ as traders diverge on fate of $82K resistance

May 15, 2026

Bitcoin traders split between a "massive catch-up" with stocks and the start of its "next downtrend" as BTC price action failed to flip $82,000 to support.

THORChain pauses trading after suspected $10M exploit

THORChain pauses trading after suspected $10M exploit

May 15, 2026

THORChain paused trading after ZachXBT flagged a suspected $10 million exploit spanning Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain and Base.

Why is Hyperliquid's HYPE token price up 23% in one day?

Why is Hyperliquid's HYPE token price up 23% in one day?

May 15, 2026

Fresh US ETF launches and Coinbase’s Hyperliquid deal helped fuel HYPE’s rally this week, but technicals warn of a possible pullback.

OKX reportedly eyes Coinone stake in South Korea push

OKX reportedly eyes Coinone stake in South Korea push

May 15, 2026

OKX is reportedly seeking a 20% stake in South Korean crypto exchange Coinone as foreign and domestic firms compete for market access.

Hana Financial to acquire 6.55% stake in Upbit operator Dunamu for $668M

Hana Financial to acquire 6.55% stake in Upbit operator Dunamu for $668M

May 15, 2026

The purchase makes Hana Financial the fourth-largest shareholder in Dunamu, following several crypto-related deals in the last two months, as it dives deeper into the digital assets sector.

Signal hints it could leave Canada over lawful access bill

Signal hints it could leave Canada over lawful access bill

May 15, 2026

Signal's vice president of strategy said the firm “would rather pull out of the country” than comply with Bill C-22, which could threaten end-to-end encryption.

Australia’s proposed CGT changes could discourage long-term crypto holding

Australia’s proposed CGT changes could discourage long-term crypto holding

May 15, 2026

Robin Singh, CEO and founder of Koinly said the changes will hurt low-income crypto investors most and could encourage more short-term trading.

Kraken joins LayerZero exodus as it switches to Chainlink CCIP

Kraken joins LayerZero exodus as it switches to Chainlink CCIP

May 15, 2026

LayerZero has come under scrutiny since it was exploited in April, as crypto protocols reevaluate their cross-chain providers and seek safer alternatives.

Strategy’s STRC hits record $1.5B trading volume

Strategy’s STRC hits record $1.5B trading volume

May 15, 2026

Strategy has leaned on Stretch to fund Bitcoin buys over the past 12 months as funding through senior convertible notes and at-the-market equity offerings has tightened.

Bullish shares dip on Q1 earnings miss, $605M loss

Bullish shares dip on Q1 earnings miss, $605M loss

May 15, 2026

Bullish stock dropped in trading with the crypto exchange’s first-quarter earnings miss, adding to the crypto companies that have underperformed in the quarter.

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