Crypto VC deals fell to around 50 in May 2026, a five-year low. Mega-rounds like Kalshi’s Series F keep the dollar volume elevated.
Crypto markets react to wars, sanctions, and policy shocks-but sector-specific factors like halving and ETFs still drive long-term value.
More and more US states are setting up Bitcoin reserves – New Hampshire, Arizona, and Texas introduce reserve funds, nationwide trend grows.
Wyden provides infrastructure for crypto trading at Garanti BBVA Kripto – partnership strengthens digital offering for Turkish retail customers.
Senate approves GENIUS Act for stablecoins – 1:1 backing, transparent reserves + investor protection – key step toward crypto legitimacy.
Coinbase seeks SEC approval for tokenized stocks – 24/7 stock trading via blockchain could fundamentally disrupt the TradFi model.
Bitget report reveals: USD 4.6 billion lost to AI-driven crypto fraud – new measures and protection systems in focus.
Visa, Mastercard, Stripe and Coinbase are planning a stablecoin consortium – a direct attack on Circle’s USDC.
VanEck lists VBNB, the first US spot BNB ETF on Nasdaq. Sponsor fee 0.39%, custody at Anchorage Digital, no staking at launch.
Digital finance transparency relies on Proof of Reserves, Merkle trees, MPC custody and 24/7 monitoring to verify solvency and safeguard user assets.
