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JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon says stablecoin issuers paying interest should be regulated as banks
Jamie Dimon states stablecoin issuers paying interest should be regulated as banks. Dimon argues for a level playing field between traditional banks and crypto firms offering similar services. The CLARITY Act discussions are ongoing in Washington regarding stablecoin oversight. Banks want stablecoin issuers to meet bank standards including capital, liquidity, and AML rules.
Ethereum's Buterin: Stop Trying to Be Apple or Google
Vitalik Buterin calls for Ethereum to shift focus from tech 'shininess' to sanctuary against authoritarianism. Buterin expresses frustration over Ethereum's limited role in improving lives beyond finance. He suggests Ethereum should act as a defensive perimeter for 'sanctuary technologies'. Buterin pushes back against limiting Ethereum's scope solely to DeFi.
Hidden 2026 Gem Exposed: IPO Genie ($IPO) Turns $10 Into Private Market Millions – Whales Already In!
IPO Genie ($IPO) aims to democratize private market investing by tokenizing access with a $10 minimum entry. The platform utilizes AI to identify early-stage investment opportunities, similar to traditional VC firms. The $IPO token offers tiered access, revenue sharing, staking rewards, and voting rights to holders. The project has undergone security audits by CertiK and SolidProof and uses Fireblocks for asset protection.
Visa and Bridge Are Expanding Stablecoin Cards to 100+ Countries
Visa and Bridge are expanding stablecoin card program to over 100 countries by end of 2026. MetaMask and Phantom users can spend crypto directly from self-custody wallets via Bridge's API. Visa is testing direct on-chain settlement using stablecoins on the Solana blockchain. Expansion follows recent regulatory clarity in the US with the GENIUS Act.
Aave Crypto Governance Shock as ACI Plans Exit After Vote
Aave Chan Initiative (ACI) will exit Aave DAO governance after a contested vote. ACI plans to wind down operations over four months, transferring responsibilities. The exit follows a dispute over a $42.5 million funding package and voting power concerns. Aave maintains a dominant DeFi position with $26.51 billion in total value locked.
BitGo expands MiCA-compliant crypto-as-a-service across EEA
BitGo expands MiCA-compliant crypto-as-a-service to 30 EEA countries. Service enables banks and fintechs to integrate licensed custody, payments, and trading via API. Offering includes multi-asset wallets, SEPA fiat rails, and $250 million in insured custodial wallets. Expansion follows MiCA implementation, aligning with broader European institutional adoption of digital assets.
US Dollar Index nears 3-month high: Is this good or bad for Bitcoin?
Bitcoin shows resilience decoupling from traditional equities and gold despite US dollar strength. Robust institutional demand evident with $1.5 billion in Bitcoin ETF net inflows over 7 days. Concerns arise from potential miner liquidations and a shift in focus towards AI data centers. A definitive breakout above $75,000 is needed to confirm the end of the bear market.
'More Accurate, Less Cringe': OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-5.3 Instant in ChatGPT
OpenAI released GPT-5.3 Instant, updating ChatGPT's default model for improved accuracy and conversational flow. The new model reduces unnecessary refusals and disclaimers, aiming for more direct and helpful user interactions. Internal evaluations show hallucination rates dropped by nearly 30% with web use and 19.7% without. GPT-5.2 Instant will be retired on June 3, marking a transition period for users.
Iranians Increase Self-Custody Bitcoin Reserves Amid Iran-Israel War
Iranians are increasing self-custody Bitcoin reserves amid geopolitical tensions and currency devaluation. Iran's crypto system valuation rose from $7.4 billion in 2024 to $7.8 billion in 2025. Approximately $10.3 million in crypto was withdrawn from Iranian exchanges to self-custody wallets following a US-Israel strike. An estimated 15 million Iranians, or 20% of the population, are involved with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
White House stablecoin deadline slips as Hoskinson warns CLARITY Act could push US crypto founders offshore
The CLARITY Act (H.R. 3633) aims to provide a federal rulebook for digital assets, replacing regulation by enforcement. JPMorgan believes the bill could be a catalyst for digital assets in H2 2026 by reducing legal uncertainty and encouraging institutional adoption. Charles Hoskinson warns the bill could classify new crypto projects as securities by default, potentially pushing US founders offshore. A key point of contention is stablecoin rewards, with banks opposing offerings that compete with traditional deposit bases.
Ripple expands stablecoin payments stack for banks, fintechs
Ripple expands stablecoin payments platform for banks and fintechs. Platform upgrade supports collection, custody, conversion, and payout of stablecoins. Aims to reduce reliance on pre-funded accounts and correspondent banking networks. Ripple USD (RLUSD) supply reaches $1.5 billion.
Donald Trump's crypto legacy in two words: Paul Atkins
Trump administration is pursuing regulatory clarity for crypto via executive actions and agency rulemaking, bypassing legislative gridlock. SEC Chair Paul Atkins and CFTC Chair Michael Selig are expected to harmonize crypto regulations, potentially leading to finalized rules by Spring 2027. New SEC/CFTC rules could enable broader registration for exchanges and allow token sales with revenue distribution rights. The administration aims to create a stable regulatory environment that could last for several years, providing significant whitespace for industry growth.
Bitcoin Climbs, Stocks and Gold Drop as Iran Conflict Stokes Uncertainty
Bitcoin rose Tuesday, outperforming U.S. stocks amid Middle East conflict uncertainty. Bitcoin recovered from intraday lows, trading around $68,783. Rising oil prices and potential inflation support Bitcoin's 're-inflation' narrative. Gold and silver declined, underperforming Bitcoin.
'Pefect' Bitcoin Would Cost $750,000, According to Bitwise
Bitwise President Matt Hougan estimates Bitcoin could reach $750,000 if it addressed current criticisms. Ray Dalio cited lack of privacy, quantum computing risks, and market manipulation as Bitcoin's structural flaws. Dalio believes central banks and institutions will not adopt Bitcoin due to these perceived weaknesses. Hougan views Dalio's criticisms as opportunities for Bitcoin's future growth and market share expansion.
Shiba Inu Open Interest Jumps 15% as Price Moves Sideways
Shiba Inu open interest increased by 15.74% to $61.62 million in 24 hours. Futures volume surged 36% to $179 million, indicating heightened trader activity. Spot volume rose 73.94% to $36.89 million, with a slight sell-side imbalance. SHIB price is trading sideways at $0.00000550, down 2.66% in the last 24 hours.
Ether supply on exchanges drops to multi-year lows: Here’s why it matters
Over 31.6 million ETH withdrawn from exchanges in February, the largest monthly outflow since November. Binance saw the largest ETH withdrawals, with reserves dropping to a 2020 low of 3.46 million ETH. Retail investors show consistent buying pressure, while larger participants have been net sellers. Reduced exchange supply could amplify price moves if buying pressure aligns across all investor classes.
Ex-LAPD Officer Found Guilty of $350K ‘Wrench Attack’ Bitcoin Robbery
Former LAPD officer Eric Halem convicted of kidnapping and robbery for $350K Bitcoin theft. The crime involved a home invasion where the victim was held at gunpoint. Crypto 'wrench attacks' increased 75% year-on-year in 2025, with over $40.9 million lost. Conviction carries a potential life sentence.
Ripple News: $100 Billion Platform Merges Fiat and Crypto – and Regulators Are On Board
Ripple unified fiat and stablecoin payments into a single end-to-end platform. RLUSD stablecoin supply now exceeds 1 billion tokens and acts as a connective layer. Ripple secured over 75 global licenses, including EU, UK, and a conditional US national bank charter. The platform is live in 60+ markets and has processed over $100 billion in total volume.
Shiba Inu Derivatives Volume Jumps 71% as Futures Netflow Spikes 1,724%
Shiba Inu futures netflow surged 1,724% in the past hour. Derivatives trading volume for SHIB increased by 71%. SHIB price continues a six-day decline, down 3.68% in 24 hours. Increased derivatives activity contrasts with weakening spot prices, indicating market uncertainty.
Cardano Price Weakens as Buying Pressure Fades—Is a 10% Correction Ahead?
The post Cardano Price Weakens as Buying Pressure Fades—Is a 10% Correction Ahead? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Cardano (ADA) price is once again struggling near the $0.30 region, and the latest daily structure doesn’t inspire much confidence for the bulls. After a brief recovery attempt in February, the price has started to stall, suggesting that buying pressure is losing strength. After breaking down from the $0.33–$0.37 range earlier this year, ADA price …
