OCC Declares US Banking System ‘Well Positioned’ to Embrace Crypto

The U.S. banking system is officially primed for a digital evolution as the OCC confirms its readiness to support blockchain, stablecoins, and crypto-powered financial services. OCC Endorses Crypto Future for US Banks, Calling System ‘Well Positioned’ The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the federal agency that supervises national banks and federal savings … Read more

‘Final Destination Bloodlines’ Directors On Elevating Franchise, Tony Todd And More

Brec Bassinger in “Final Destination Bloodlines.” Warner Bros. Pictures Given the Rube Goldberg/Mouse Trap-like machinations of the first Final Destination Bloodlines trailer, it was clear that directors Zach Liposky and Adam Stein had a whole new game in mind for the latest chapter of the famed 25-year-old horror film franchise. And yet, while the directing … Read more

Outclassing Solana & Cardano with Major Exchange Listings

Crypto News As the crypto space continues to evolve, projects like Solana and Cardano have captured significant attention with their focus on scalability and speed. However, both have faced setbacks, with Solana dealing with network issues and Cardano struggling with delayed updates. In contrast, BlockDAG presale is rapidly progressing with a unique approach that includes … Read more

Google search volume for Bitcoin flat as BTC nears new highs — Where are retail investors?

Key takeaways: Bitcoin (BTC) retail traders are known for entering the market during periods of euphoria, typically after strong monthly gains or a new all-time high. This time is no different, with Bitcoin approaching $104,000 on May 14 while general public interest and retail activity continue to lag. Analysts estimate that in 2025, retail investors … Read more

Democrats demand treasury reports on Trump crypto, Musk PAC

Top House Democrats are pressing the Treasury Department to release all suspicious activity reports related to Donald Trump’s crypto ventures, Elon Musk’s America PAC, the GOP fundraising platform WinRed, and several alleged scam PACs.  The May 14 letter, signed by Reps. Gerald Connolly, Joe Morelle, and Jamie Raskin, cites possible campaign finance violations, foreign influence, … Read more

SEC Begins Proceedings on Blackrock Bitcoin ETF Over In-Kind Creation Model

The SEC has launched proceedings to assess Nasdaq’s proposed rule change that would allow in-kind creations and redemptions for Blackrock’s Bitcoin ETF. SEC Reviews Nasdaq’s In-Kind Rule Change for Blackrock Bitcoin ETF The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an order on May 13 to commence proceedings that will determine whether to approve or … Read more