Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance is allegedly preparing to legally re-enter the Philippine market by June 2026 through a local entity, according to claims made by Dubai-based crypto trading entrepreneur and influencer Arlone Abello, also known as Coach Miranda Miner. During a recent broadcast of his online show, Abello stated that he had spoken directly with
Key Takeaways: Kalshi posted $5.42B in April 2026 taker volume, surpassing Polymarket’s $1.99B for the first time. Polymarket collected $29.22M in April fees despite trailing Kalshi in volume, signaling higher-value contracts. Prediction market open interest hit $1.11B on May 1, 2026, with Kalshi and Polymarket holding 98% of it. Kalshi Holds $630M in Open Interest
Key Takeaways: Securitize Markets received expanded FINRA permissions for tokenized securities custody, settlement, underwriting, and distribution. Transactions can now settle onchain against stablecoins inside a regulated broker-dealer framework. Executives said the approval strengthens infrastructure for tokenized stock offerings and IPO processes. Securitize Markets Expands Tokenized Securities Custody Securitize, a leading tokenization platform, announced on May
Key Takeaways: Uphold disputed New York’s claims and denied knowingly promoting Cred’s alleged misconduct. Customers will receive more than $5 million through repayments and transferred bankruptcy recoveries. Settlement requires broker registration, tighter due diligence, and stronger compliance controls going forward. Uphold Challenges New York CredEarn Settlement Claims Uphold HQ Inc. disputed New York’s account of
Key Takeaways: Milei’s tax-free law failed to attract even $1 billion of the $170 billion held outside banks, curbing liquidity. Facimex Valores Adrián Yarde Buller notes that citizens distrust banks due to the 2001 crisis. Milei has walked back his main campaign promise to dollarize Argentina, citing peso preference. Argentines Still Distrust the Government: Fiscal
Key Takeaways: Bitmine reached $13.1 billion in holdings on May 3, 2026, including 5.18 million ETH and 200 Bitcoin. Ranking as the #2 global treasury, Bitmine now trades $625 million daily, outpacing firms like DoorDash. Thomas Lee expects the CLARITY Act’s 2026 passage to drive agentic AI commerce and ETH staking growth. Ethereum Dominates Holdings
Key Takeaways: Bitcoin ETFs logged $162.8M inflows, boosted by Blackrock IBIT’s $136.6M. Ether ETFs saw $82M outflows, led by Blackrock ETHA, showing weaker demand. XRP (-$35K) and Solana (-$1.2M) lag, as markets watch if bitcoin strength will continue to hold. Investors Trade $1B+ Daily in Bitcoin ETFs as Flows Shift to Selective Risk The week
Key Takeaways: Binance introduced Withdraw Protection to block on-chain withdrawals during user-selected lockdown windows. Coercion risks can bypass passwords, 2FA, and other standard digital safeguards. Users can choose one- to seven-day locks, with optional early unlock requiring a security key and authenticator app. Binance Withdraw Protection Targets Forced Crypto Transfers Crypto exchange Binance has expanded
Key Takeaways: Tether minted 5B USDT in two weeks, including 1B USDT on Tron on May 4. USDT’s total supply now stands at $189.5B, giving Tether a 58.9% share of the $321B stablecoin market. Large-scale USDT minting historically precedes buying pressure; bitcoin crossed $80,000 the same day. Tether’s Two-Week Minting Wave Onchain data service Lookonchain
Key Takeaways: ZachXBT warned on May 4, 2026, that Polyarb hosts an active wallet drainer targeting crypto users. Prominent accounts replying to Polyarb posts amplify the scam to new audiences without realizing it. The alert follows ZachXBT’s recent exposure of a U.S. law firm seeking $71 million in Lazarus-linked frozen funds. What Polyarb Is Doing