Coinbase lays off 14% of workforce as Brian Armstrong bets on AI-native operating model
Coinbase’s shift to AI-driven operations may set a precedent for tech firms, emphasizing efficiency and adaptability in volatile markets. The post Coinbase lays off 14% of workforce as Brian Armstrong bets on AI-native operating model appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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One bank after another scraps Fed rate-cut forecasts. Bitcoin doesn’t care.
Your day-ahead look for May 5, 2026...
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Kraken’s Payward Files Lawsuit Against Crypto Custodian Etana, Alleging $25M Ponzi Plot
Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, has filed a lawsuit against its very own crypto custodian, Etana Custody, and its CEO, Brandon Rusell, alleging that Etana misappropriated more than $25 million in client funds and operated what Payward characterizes as a “Ponzi-like” scheme. Etana Misused Kraken Reserves...
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Peter Thiel-backed Bullish inks $4.2 billion deal to buy transfer agent Equiniti
The acquisition could accelerate the integration of blockchain in capital markets, potentially reshaping securities management and investor access. The post Peter Thiel-backed Bullish inks $4.2 billion deal to buy transfer agent Equiniti appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Bitcoin News: Where Next for BTC USD After the $80,000 Breakout?
In Bitcoin news today, the BTC USD price crossed $80,000 late Sunday into May 4, 2026, reaching a high of $80,750, and this time, the move looks structural rather than a spike. The $79,537-to-$80,000 band, which had served as a ceiling in multiple prior attempts, is now acting as...
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Bullish bets $4.2B on tokenized securities with Equiniti deal
Bullish agreed to buy Equiniti for $4.2B, aiming to offer issuer tokenization, 24/7 securities trading and stablecoin settlement....
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Maersk ship transits Strait of Hormuz under US military escort amid tensions
The U.S. military’s escort of ships through the Strait of Hormuz underscores ongoing geopolitical tensions and impacts global oil transport stability. The post Maersk ship transits Strait of Hormuz under US military escort amid tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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US-Iran tensions drive rupee to record low, impact oil and Bitcoin markets
Geopolitical tensions heighten economic instability, influencing global markets and complicating monetary policy decisions amid inflation concerns. The post US-Iran tensions drive rupee to record low, impact oil and Bitcoin markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Iran missile strike on US Navy escalates tensions, potential for US response
The missile strike heightens geopolitical instability, risking broader conflict and impacting global markets, especially oil supply routes. The post Iran missile strike on US Navy escalates tensions, potential for US response appeared first on Crypto Briefing....
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Ripple (XRP) Sees Big Adoption Boost in Russia: Here’s What You Need to Know
According to a recent local report from Bits Media, Russia’s largest securities exchange is planning to start calculating and publishing indexes tracking the performance of some of the most popular altcoins, such as XRP, SOL, TRX, and BNB. The data for the new products will come as follows: 50%...
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