May 16, 2026

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Crypto

Derivatives Now Driving 90% of Crypto Exchange Volume

New findings by CoinMarketCap indicate that derivatives markets are now the primary driver of trading volume across leading crypto exchanges. Cryptocurrency exchange activity continues to be heavily concentrated and largely driven by derivatives trading, according to the latest report by CoinMarketCap. In fact, data showed that a small group of major platforms dominates overall

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Nft

Leading 8 Secure Crypto Cloud Mining Platforms: Mine Bitcoin and Dogecoin

As the cryptocurrency industry matures, more and more users are seeking practical ways to earn Bitcoin and Dogecoin without investing in expensive mining hardware. The rise of cloud mining platforms has fundamentally changed how individuals participate in mining. Traditional mining requires high-performance ASIC miners, complex cooling systems, and cheap electricity. Cloud mining, on the other

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Bitcoin

Anthropic Registers AnthroPAC With FEC Amid Pentagon Dispute – Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways: Anthropic filed FEC paperwork on April 3, 2026, launching AnthroPAC with employee contributions capped at $5,000 per year. AnthroPAC follows Anthropic’s $20 million donation to Public First Action in February, escalating from issue advocacy to candidate funding. The AI industry has contributed roughly $185 million to the 2026 midterm races, with Anthropic now

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Crypto

Peter Schiff questions Bitcoin after Gold, Silver outpace BTC

Peter Schiff has renewed his criticism of Bitcoin by questioning its long-term value as an investment.  Summary Peter Schiff: Bitcoin gained 12% in five years, trailing gold, silver, Nasdaq, and S&P 500. Michael Saylor said Bitcoin has outperformed assets since August 2020, arguing time frame changes comparisons. Santiment data showed Bitcoin bearish sentiment reached late-February

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Tech & AI

Polymarket took down wagers tied to rescue of downed Air Force officer

A Democratic congressman had harsh criticism for Polymarket for allowing users to bet on the date the United States would confirm the rescue of Air Force service members shot down over Iran. In a social media post on Friday, Representative Seth Moulton wrote, “They could be your neighbor, a friend, a family member. And people

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Nft

BlockDAG, Ethereum, Binance Coin, & Cardano

Digital money markets move on their own clock, and not every chance stays open for very long. Certain coins stay flat for months, while others climb quietly until they suddenly jump. Right now, a small group of projects is drawing real focus for different reasons and for different kinds of people. If you are looking

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Coinbase

Alleged Ukrainian fraudster extradited to US over $500K Conti ransomware plot

Oleksii Oleksiyovych Lytvynenko was extradited from Ireland to the US for allegedly using Conti to extort $500K from victims in Tennessee. Source link

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Crypto

Ceasefire odds drop for US-Iran talks, April 7 now at 1.1% YES

A tweet from @zerohedge shows the U.S. and Iran remain at odds, dropping the odds of a ceasefire by April 7 to 1.1% YES, down from 2% yesterday and 12% a week ago. Traders see no resolution soon. The April 7 market closes in 4 days, with new strikes and hardline rhetoric suggesting no ceasefire.

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Bitcoin

Risk off Markets and Centralization Debates — Week in Review – Op-Ed Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways: Bitcoin risks dip below $59K as PlanB flags 200-week MA; institutions dominate flows. Google white paper claims 20x quantum gain, raising risks for Bitcoin and Ethereum cryptography. $260M-$285M Drift Protocol exploit signals rising DeFi hacks as Circle response questioned. Markets Wobble as Oil Shock Looms, Institutions Tighten Grip on Crypto, and Quantum Risks

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Crypto

Will ETH Break Out or Plunge to $1.8K Next?

Ethereum’s price action continues to reflect a market in equilibrium, where neither buyers nor sellers have established decisive control. Following the sharp corrective phase earlier in the year, ETH has transitioned into a broad consolidation structure, with volatility compressing as the market searches for direction. Ethereum Price Analysis: The Daily Chart On the daily timeframe,

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