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Starlink Usage Turns Fatal in Iran Internet Blackout

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As the digital blockade imposed by the Iranian regime reaches its tenth week, reports indicate that an individual has allegedly died for using Starlink devices to circumvent it. Hesam Alaeddin, a 40-year-old man, was reportedly beaten to death for this transgression. Key Takeaways: Iran’s

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Academy Board Bans AI Content at 99th Oscars, Forcing Human-Only Wins

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has established strict new regulations for the 99th Oscars, officially banning AI-generated content from top categories to protect human creativity. Key Takeaways: Academy Board bans AI for the 99th Oscars, requiring human-only billing for acting and writing by March 2027. Tyler Perry halted an $800M studio expansion […]

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Senators Press Lutnick, Tether Over Loan Tied to Cantor Stake Transfer to Trust

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Senators escalated scrutiny of a reported Tether loan tied to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s family trust, raising conflict-of-interest and national security concerns. Warren and Wyden cited a New York credit filing involving “Dynasty Trust A.” Key Takeaways: Senators questioned a reported Tether loan tied to Howard Lutnick’s family trust. Concerns include conflicts,

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Bakkt Completes DTR Acquisition Amid Revenue Growth and Strategic Overhaul

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Bakkt has completed its acquisition of Distributed Technologies Research, a move designed to integrate artificial intelligence (AI)-native stablecoin infrastructure into its core financial services. Modernizing Global Settlement Bakkt Inc. has finalized its acquisition of Distributed Technologies Research (DTR), a developer of agentic payments and stablecoin

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OKX: 90% of US Crypto Traders Surveyed Fear Dollar Purchasing Power Drop

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Deepening inflation fears are pushing U.S. crypto traders into digital assets, as 90% worry the dollar will lose purchasing power. An OKX survey found 49% increased crypto holdings since January, reflecting intensifying pressure on portfolio strategies. Key Takeaways: 90% of surveyed traders fear the dollar will lose purchasing power. 49% increased crypto holdings since

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OCC Stablecoin Yield Ban Could Hit Distribution Partners, Consensys Says

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Stablecoins could face disrupted distribution under proposed OCC rules that broaden yield restrictions beyond issuers. Consensys warned the framework may impact related third parties, DeFi access, and multi-brand issuance under the GENIUS Act. Key Takeaways: Stablecoins face disruption as OCC rules may expand yield limits to third-party partners. Consensys argues proposal

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Seoul Court Rescues Bithumb from Record 6-Month Suspension

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A Seoul court has temporarily halted a six-month partial business suspension imposed on South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb, dealing a significant legal setback to the country’s financial regulator just weeks after a similar ruling went against it in the Upbit case. Key Takeaways: Seoul’s court halted Bithumb’s 6-month FIU suspension on April 30, allowing the […]

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MegaETH Token MEGA Falls 38% in 72 Hours After Binance and Coinbase Listings

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MegaETH’s MEGA token launched across a myriad of major exchanges and immediately entered a sell-off that pushed it more than -38% below its opening-day highs within 72 hours. Key Takeaways: MEGA token launched on Binance, Coinbase, and a dozen other exchanges on April 30, dropping -38% from its $0.225 ATH within 72 hours. MegaETH TVL […]

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NY AG Secures $5M From Uphold to Compensate Crypto Investors

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Uphold will pay more than $5 million to compensate customers affected by CredEarn, a third-party crypto investment product. The New York settlement requires stronger product reviews, broker registration, and transfer of any Cred bankruptcy recoveries to harmed investors. Key Takeaways: Uphold will pay more than $5 million to customers tied to CredEarn losses. Regulators

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Taiwan Lawmaker Calls for Bitcoin Reserve Funded by $602B FX Chest

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A Taiwanese legislator has formally presented a proposal to the country’s premier and central bank governor to allocate part of Taiwan’s $602 billion in foreign exchange (FX) reserves into bitcoin. Key Takeaways: Legislator Ko Ju-Chun presented a BPI bitcoin reserve report to Taiwan’s premier and central bank. Taiwan’s $602B FX reserves are over 80% in […]