Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, extended an invitation to members of the Department Of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team to consider joining the crypto exchange’s workforce. In a post on May 13, Armstrong said the offer was a “call to service” for those who want global financial reforms through crypto. “This is an open call for … Read more
Former US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler may not have been as hostile to crypto behind closed doors as he appeared to be in public, according to former US Representative Patrick McHenry. In a May 13 appearance on the Crypto in America podcast, McHenry revealed that during private meetings with Gensler, the … Read more
This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. May 13, 2025 – Freedom Dollar, a decentralized, algorithmic stablecoin built for privacy and borderless transactions, proudly announces the successful launch of its token, fUSD, on the Zano blockchain. As a confidential asset on Zano, fUSD inherits the blockchain’s native privacy features, offering a stable, fungible, … Read more
The viral crypto project Purple Pepe (PURPE) continues its rise with multiple new exchange listings and a historic leap into real-world utility. Less than a year since its launch, the community-driven memecoin is now making headlines not just online, but in commercial real estate. Now trading on Poloniex, LBank, BitMart, Coinstash, Biconomy, Slingshot app, Gate.io, … Read more
What is the Q-Day prize? The Q-Day Prize is a challenge to make the Bitcoin network quantum resistant. On April 16, 2025, quantum computing-focused company Project 11 announced the “Q-Day Prize,” a competition to break a “toy version” of Bitcoin’s cryptography with a quantum computer. Contestants must complete the Q-Day Prize challenge by April 5, … Read more
Decentralized settlement protocol Kima has integrated into Mastercard’s sandbox program, enabling stablecoin-powered top-ups for prepaid cards directly from self-custody wallets. According to an announcement shared with Cointelegraph, Mastercard partners can now rely on Kima’s settlement infrastructure to enable their prepaid cards to be topped up with stablecoins, including USDC (USDC) and Tether’s USDt (USDT), from … Read more
Coinbase, a U.S.-headquartered cryptocurrency exchange, reached a notable achievement by securing a spot in the S&P 500 index, a gap formed by Discover Financial Services following its acquisition by Capital One. In the wake of this news, Coinbase experienced a substantial share price increase of over 25%, catapulting it to $256. This inclusion highlights a … Read more
Nasdaq-listed GD Culture Group plans to allocate up to $300 million from a stock purchase agreement toward acquiring BTC and TRUMP for its corporate treasury, signaling a strategic pivot toward decentralized finance. GDC to Build Crypto Reserve with $300 Million Stock Deal GD Culture Group Limited (Nasdaq: GDC) has announced a landmark $300 million common … Read more
Iris Coleman May 13, 2025 17:40 The U.S. regulatory landscape for cryptocurrency sees developments in stablecoin legislation, digital asset market structure, and banking clarity, according to a16z crypto. The U.S. cryptocurrency regulatory framework is witnessing significant developments as lawmakers and regulatory bodies engage in substantial discussions and actions. According to a16z crypto, efforts to establish … Read more
World Network, the digital identity and crypto project of Sam Altman’s OpenAI, has alarmed privacy activists ahead of its United States launch, with observers concerned over its data collection and protection practices. World “is the opposite of privacy. It’s a trap,” said Nick Almond, CEO of FactoryDAO, on X. While the project claims to protect … Read more