CME Launches Bitcoin Volatility Futures: BVX Product Goes Live June 1
CME Group launches Bitcoin volatility futures on June 1, 2026. The BVX product lets traders hedge against swing intensity without betting on price direction.
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a16z Raises $2.2B for Crypto Fund 5: Stablecoins and Prediction Markets
a16z Crypto raised $2.2B for its fifth fund, focusing on stablecoins, perpetual futures, prediction markets, and tokenized assets.
Coinbase Cuts 14% of Staff in AI Restructuring
Coinbase announced the elimination of 14% of its workforce on May 5, about 700 jobs. CEO Brian Armstrong cited a market downturn and AI adoption.
Haun Ventures Raises $1B for Crypto and AI Agents
Haun Ventures closes $1B fund for crypto infrastructure, tokenization, and AI agents. BCG forecasts AI agent payments growing to $2.4T annually by 2029.
DTCC to Launch Tokenized Securities in October 2026 With 50+ Firms
DTCC announced a July 2026 pilot and October full launch for tokenized securities. Over 50 firms including BlackRock, Circle and NYSE Group are on board.
Strategy Pauses Bitcoin Purchases Before Q1 Earnings
Strategy paused its weekly Bitcoin purchases ahead of Q1 earnings on May 5. Portfolio: 818,334 BTC. Analysts forecast a loss of $18.98 per share.
New York AG Secures $5M From Uphold Over CredEarn Fraud
NY AG Letitia James secured a $5M settlement from Uphold for promoting CredEarn, a crypto savings product with false insurance claims and hidden risks.
Reuters Investigation: Nobitex Founders Tied to Iran Supreme Leader's Family
Reuters: Iran's largest crypto exchange Nobitex was founded by Kharrazi brothers linked to Supreme Leader Khamenei. US seized $500M in Iranian crypto.
Brazil Bans Stablecoins From Regulated Cross-Border Payment Rails
Brazil's central bank (BCB) issued Resolution No. 561, barring USDT and USDC from eFX cross-border settlements. What this means for the stablecoin market.