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Krisztian Sandor @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 14:52 EDT

Bitcoin extends gains to $81,500 as tokenization push lifts Bullish, Galaxy, Centrifuge

Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said. Read more ›

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Jeffrey Albus @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 13:27 EDT

Rep. Steven Horsford pitches PARITY Act as 'durable floor' for crypto tax at Consensus Miami

The Nevada Democrat told Professor Yesha Yadav that incremental, bipartisan reform is the path forward as Senate negotiations on the CLARITY Act stall. Read more ›

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Margaux Nijkerk @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 13:24 EDT

Solana’s 'Alpenglow' upgrade could arrive next quarter, co-founder Yakovenko says

Speaking at Consensus Miami 2026, the Solana co-founder said that he is excited to see 'Alpenglow' upgrade go live later this year, which could come as early as next quarter. Read more ›

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Francisco Rodrigues @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 13:22 EDT

Western Union’s Solana-based stablecoin could reshape its payment model, analyst says

Western Union launched USDPT, a dollar-backed stablecoin on Solana, issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, for 24/7 settlement with agents and partners. Read more ›

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Francisco Rodrigues @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 13:10 EDT

Figure targets Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in mortgage push, citing massive cost cuts for borrowers

The firm offers rapid service, targeting the sub-$300,000 loan segment, with HELOC applications approved in 5 minutes and funding in 3 days. Read more ›

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Jesse Hamilton @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 12:28 EDT

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says Clarity better than chaos as Senate hits key moment

The crypto market structure Clarity Act needs to get to its next step, a Senate hearing, this month to have a reasonable chance, Garlinghouse said. Read more ›

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Helene Braun @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 11:19 EDT

Wall Street warns human-built markets can’t keep up with machine-speed trading

Legacy financial systems face pressure as tokenization and real-time trading push markets toward always-on, automated infrastructure, panelists at Consensus in Miami said on Tuesday. Read more ›

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Ian Allison @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 11:12 EDT

Crypto's value is from being outside regulatory apparatus, says Arthur Hayes

All that matters for bitcoin’s value proposition is fiat liquidity, said Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom, at Consensus Miami 2026. Read more ›

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Olivier Acuna @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 11:00 EDT

From bitcoin mining to the Hill: AIP’s new fellow brings hands-on crypto experience to D.C.

Jacob Smagula previously worked on the government affairs team at bitcoin mining company MARA and is currently on the policy team at the DeFi Education Fund. Read more ›

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Margaux Nijkerk @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 11:00 EDT

Jito Labs launches self-custody trading tool as activity heats up on Solana

JTX is the company’s first product built specifically for traders. It allows users to trade tokens on Solana while maintaining self-custody. Read more ›

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Francisco Rodrigues @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 10:40 EDT

Coinbase taps Centrifuge as preferred tokenization backbone, takes equity stake

The partnership includes a strategic investment by Coinbase and is focused on expanding tokenized ETFs, credit, and structured products.  Read more ›

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Ian Allison @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 09:48 EDT

Crypto.com’s high-rolling head of marketing to leave after almost six years

Steven Kalifowitz will be moving on from his role as CMO, effective June 30, and will then continue on as advisor to the CEO. Read more ›

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Nikhilesh De @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 09:30 EDT

Consensus Miami Day 1: Sights and sounds

Consensus Miami 2026 launched on Tuesday. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day. Read more ›

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Helene Braun @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 09:07 EDT

State Street and Galaxy launch tokenized fund to bring cash management onchain

The fund lets institutions earn yield on stablecoins while moving cash onchain with round-the-clock access. Read more ›

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Shaurya Malwa @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 09:00 EDT

K Wave Media scraps massive bitcoin treasury plan to redirect $485 million to AI

The Nasdaq-listed firm raised $500 million to invest in bitcoin. Less than a year later, it is chasing the market's current hot sector of AI. Read more ›

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Shaurya Malwa @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 08:56 EDT

Bitcoin absorbed $200 million profit-taking at $80,000 in a bullish sign for BTC

Net realized profits hit a one-month high of $207.56 million Sunday as bitcoin crossed $80,000 for the first time since January, with the price holding above the breakout level into Tuesday despite the heavy sell-side flow. Read more ›

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Olivier Acuna @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 08:00 EDT

Standard Chartered expands further into crypto with stake in GSR at $1 billion valuation

SC Ventures, Standard Chartered’s venture capital division takes a $150 million stake in crypto trading firm GSR at a valuation of more than $1 billion, according to Bloomberg. Read more ›

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Aoyon Ashraf @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 08:00 EDT

Andreessen Horowitz raises $2.2 billion in a new fund, saying crypto fundamentals are at an 'all-time high'

The new fund arrives as firms like Haun Ventures raise $1 billion and VC firms adapt to an AI-driven shift in capital. Read more ›

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Shaurya Malwa @ CoinDesk · 05/05/2026 07:39 EDT

Toncoin surges 36% as Telegram replaces TON Foundation and slashes fees

The market is repricing TON as a Telegram-led ecosystem again, not just a foundation-run chain with a messaging app narrative attached. Read more ›

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