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The US and Iran are closing in on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with global crude benchmark Brent tumbling about 6% to its lowest in more than two weeks on Monday as expectations grew that an agreement may be near, according to Bloomberg. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters in New Delhi he was "very confident" any deal would be a strong one, though officials cautioned that nothing is ready to be signed and final approval could take several days. The proposed pact would lift the US blockade, with Iran agreeing in principle to dispose of its highly enriched uranium, though the draft does not contain an explicit ban on enrichment nor address Iran's missile stockpile. The US does not plan to unfreeze Iranian assets under the current proposal. Iran's Tasnim news agency reported the draft could still collapse over outstanding clauses. Axios reported the deal would include a 60-day ceasefire extension and an end to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon.

Binance Wallet announced on X that Binance Alpha will be the first platform to launch Solstice (SLX), with trading set to begin on May 25, 2026, at 20:00 (UTC+8). Users holding at least 215 Binance Alpha Points will be eligible to claim the token airdrop. The airdrop allows users to claim 250 SLX tokens on a first-come, first-served basis through the Alpha event page.
The airdrop event features a dynamic scoring system where the threshold for claiming tokens will automatically decrease by 5 points every five minutes if the event remains active. Participants should note that claiming the airdrop will consume 15 Binance Alpha Points. To successfully receive the airdrop, users must confirm their claim on the Alpha event page within 24 hours; otherwise, it will be considered forfeited.

Bhutan has recently transferred 90 BTC, valued at $7 million, to a Segwit address, according to Odaily. This action may indicate a shift of assets to an independent entity or a sale. Since the beginning of the year, Bhutan has moved Bitcoin worth $237 million from its wallet to Segwit addresses, while still retaining Bitcoin valued at $233 million.

Ethereum spot ETFs experienced a net outflow of $216 million during the trading week from May 18 to May 22, according to Foresight News. Data from SoSoValue indicates that the Blackrock ETF ETHA recorded the largest outflow, amounting to $189 million, bringing its historical total net inflow to $11.62 billion. Fidelity's ETF FETH followed with a weekly outflow of $21.01 million, with its historical net inflow reaching $2.18 billion. Conversely, the Blackrock ETF ETHB saw the highest net inflow of $5.52 million for the week, with a historical net inflow of $518 million.As of the time of reporting, the total net asset value of Ethereum spot ETFs stands at $11.84 billion, with an ETF net asset ratio of 4.73% compared to Ethereum's total market capitalization. The cumulative historical net inflow for these ETFs has reached $11.62 billion.

Michael Saylor, founder and executive chairman of Bitcoin Treasury company Strategy, announced on the X platform that he has purchased bonds this week instead of Bitcoin. According to Odaily, Saylor mentioned that ₿itVac is currently recharging.

According to The Block, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin published a blog post outlining a leaner future for the Ethereum Foundation, pledging to sell less ETH and focus on "longevity over breadth" as the foundation navigates a wave of high-profile researcher departures. Buterin warned that pursuing high TPS at the cost of decentralization is "a route to mediocrity," arguing it is unacceptable for Ethereum to rely on social consensus and hard forks to recover from 34% of nodes going offline. He described ETH as Ethereum's most valuable product financially and said the EF will be a "smaller ship" and "more opinionated" going forward, with its new structure stabilizing over the next few months.

Cryptocurrency markets have seen a recovery of approximately $75 billion in total capitalization following an update from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a peace agreement with Iran. According to Cointelegraph, Trump announced on Truth Social that a deal has been "largely negotiated" between the United States, Iran, and several Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, and Bahrain.
Trump stated that the agreement is subject to finalization and that the final aspects and details are currently being discussed, with an announcement expected soon. A significant component of the deal includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway whose closure has led to increased global energy prices and impacted the cost of living in many countries. The closure has also affected investments in high-risk assets like cryptocurrencies, which have seen a retreat in recent times.
The announcement comes amid a fragile ceasefire that began in early April, following several unsuccessful attempts to reach an agreement between the U.S. and Iran. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, during a visit to India, reiterated Trump's demands for a peace deal, emphasizing that "Iran can never have a nuclear weapon," and that the straits should be open without tolls, with Iran required to turn over its enriched uranium.
In response to the news, the cryptocurrency market reacted positively. Bitcoin prices, which had fallen to a five-week low of $74,250 on Saturday, saw a recovery, reaching the 50-day exponential moving average at $77,000 in early trading on Sunday. However, it later fell back to $76,800 at the time of publication. Despite the minor recovery, Bitcoin remains in a downtrend, having failed to break resistance at $82,000, and is still down 39% from its peak in October.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is introducing a limited-time promotion for its Fiat Liquidity Provider Program. This initiative is designed to offer newly enrolled fiat market makers the highest available maker fee rebate rate during the specified Promotion Period. The promotion is set to run from 2026-06-01 00:00 (UTC) to 2026-08-30 23:59 (UTC), targeting market makers who enroll after 2026-05-11 00:00 (UTC). Participants in eligible fiat markets, including TRY, EUR, BRL, JPY, and USD, will automatically receive the highest rebate rate if they meet the qualification criteria, which requires achieving a Maker Volume Percentage of 0.5%.
The qualification review for promotional rebates will commence on 2026-06-01 00:00 (UTC), with liquidity providers undergoing weekly performance reviews. Maker fee rebates will be updated weekly starting from 2026-06-09 00:00 (UTC), based on the previous week's Spot trading performance across selected fiat markets. Existing participants who joined the program before 2026-05-11 00:00 (UTC) are not eligible for this promotion. The rebate rates for qualified fiat markets are set at -0.01% for TRY and EUR, and -0.015% for BRL, JPY, and USD. Calculations for rebates are based on the user's weekly Spot Maker Volume percentage relative to the total Binance Spot Maker Volume in each fiat market.
Qualified participants will benefit from maker rebates and standard VIP taker fees across eligible fiat markets, while unqualified markets will incur zero maker fees and standard VIP taker fees. The program is limited to specified fiat markets on Binance.com, with rebates settled in fiat currency regardless of the quote asset. Binance reserves the right to amend or terminate the program due to regulatory changes, technical issues, or other significant reasons.

Bitcoin is trading above $77,000, buoyed by a 5% drop in oil prices and a rally in Asian equities, according to CoinDesk. The leading cryptocurrency is holding above its 50-day moving average, a key level monitored by traders. Other major cryptocurrencies like XRP, Solana (SOL), and Ether (ETH) also saw gains but remain below their respective 50-day averages. The oil price decline follows reports of a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil chokepoint. Despite the positive sentiment, caution persists due to over $2 billion in ETF outflows in the past two weeks.

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, disclosed on X that nearly 90% of his net worth is in ETH. According to Odaily, the remaining portion consists of approximately $40 million in on-chain fiat currency. Each dollar of this fiat is allocated to various open-source biotechnology, software, or hardware projects.

According to Bloomberg, White House chief economic adviser Kevin Hassett said an eventual Iran peace deal would send energy prices plummeting and create room for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. "As soon as there's a deal, we expect energy prices to plummet — and when that happens, there will be a lot of room for the Fed to do the right thing at lower rates," Hassett said on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures. He noted that core inflation has been "barely moving" and argued that a drop in energy costs could even produce negative inflation. The remarks came as Trump posted that Iran negotiations are "proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner." The April CPI rose 3.8%, the fastest in nearly three years, while core CPI hit 2.8%. Hassett also praised newly sworn-in Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, emphasizing he respects the central bank's independence.

Prometheum has introduced new infrastructure enabling broker-dealers and registered investment advisers (RIAs) to offer tokenized securities and crypto assets through traditional brokerage accounts. According to CoinDesk, co-founder and co-CEO Aaron Kaplan highlighted that while tokenization has advanced, distribution remains a challenge, leaving blockchain-based securities without mainstream investor access. Prometheum aims to bridge this gap by leveraging regulated Wall Street firms to integrate digital assets into traditional financial channels. The firm recently launched Prometheum Capital’s Digital Brokerage Solutions, providing services like clearing, custody, and trading to facilitate this integration. Kaplan emphasized the importance of broker-dealer channels in reaching investors at scale, positioning Prometheum as a bridge between traditional finance and digital assets.

According to the announcement from Binance, the Binance Wallet has launched a new feature called Event Rush, allowing users to trade on the outcomes of real-world events. This innovative feature, powered by the 42.space protocol on the BNB Chain, transforms real-world outcomes into tradable tokens. Users can engage in a dynamic trading experience where timing and accuracy are crucial. Each event, such as a sports match, offers a set of possible results, each represented by an Event Token. Traders can purchase these tokens using USDT on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC).
Event Rush offers two main strategies for token holders. Traders can sell their Event Tokens before the event concludes, with token prices fluctuating based on demand. Alternatively, they can hold their tokens until settlement. If the chosen outcome is correct, traders receive a share of the entire prize pool, proportional to their holdings of the winning Event Tokens. The feature boasts an uncapped upside, with winners splitting the full prize pool. The larger the losing side, the greater the potential win. Token prices are determined by a Bonding Curve based on trading activity, ensuring continuous trading without liquidity gaps.
Event Rush covers a wide range of events, including sports results, crypto price targets, and news outcomes, with new events added regularly. To participate, users must open the Binance Wallet, navigate to the new Events tab, select an event, and purchase the desired Event Token using their USDT balance on BSC. A service fee applies to every transaction, and a dynamic exit fee, known as the Redeem Tax, is charged when selling close to the event's end date. Event Rush is available to all verified Binance Wallet users, though access may be restricted in certain regions due to legal and regulatory requirements.

The NEAR token has experienced a significant market surge, with its market capitalization surpassing $3 billion. According to PANews, this growth is driven by the dual narratives of AI integration and privacy blockchain advancements. Additionally, the implementation of an Intents fee buyback mechanism has contributed to the token's upward momentum.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will delist certain margin trading pairs on May 29, 2026, at 06:00 (UTC). The affected pairs include COW/USDC and SKL/USDC for cross margin trading, and COW/USDC for isolated margin trading. Effective immediately, users are unable to transfer assets of these pairs via manual transfers or Auto-Transfer Mode into their Isolated Margin accounts. Users with outstanding liabilities in these tokens can only manually transfer up to the amount of their liabilities, minus any collateral already available.
On May 26, 2026, at 06:00 (UTC), Binance Margin will suspend isolated margin borrowing for these pairs. By May 29, 2026, at 06:00 (UTC), Binance Margin will close users’ positions, conduct automatic settlements, and cancel all pending orders for the affected cross and isolated margin pairs. These pairs will then be removed from Binance Margin. Users can continue trading these assets through other available trading pairs on Binance Margin. It is important to note that users will not be able to update their positions during the delisting process, which may take approximately three hours. Users are strongly advised to close their positions or transfer their assets from Margin Accounts to Spot Accounts before the cessation of Margin trading on May 29, 2026, at 06:00 (UTC). Binance will not be responsible for any potential losses incurred during this process.

Deel has introduced stablecoin salary payouts on Polygon for full-time employees, starting with eligible users in the US and Eurozone as of May 20, 2026. According to BeInCrypto, this rollout integrates crypto payroll within HR software used by global employers, rather than solely within crypto-native contractor products. Deel's platform, serving over 40,000 customers across 150+ countries, allows employees to choose stablecoin allocations from net salary after taxes and deductions, while maintaining existing payroll workflows. This launch marks a significant step in mainstreaming stablecoin payroll within traditional HR operations.

Virtus Investment's InfraCap U.S. Preferred Stock ETF, which manages assets worth $154 billion, has increased its holdings in Strategy's Stretch (STRC) to 402,880 shares, valued at $40 million. According to Odaily, this move reflects the ETF's growing interest in Bitcoin treasury companies.

Investors have withdrawn over $1 billion from bitcoin ETFs and $215 million from ether funds, indicating a reduced interest in large-cap crypto exposure, according to CoinDesk. Instead, capital is flowing into alternative tokens, with Hyperliquid's HYPE spot products attracting $72 million, and XRP and SOL ETFs seeing inflows of $22 million and $15.6 million, respectively. Hyperliquid's HYPE token has surged 59% this month, driven by increased trading volumes and rising fees in RWA-linked markets. This shift highlights a strategic redeployment of capital within the crypto sector.

Strategy has repurchased approximately $1.5 billion of its own convertible bonds below face value, opting not to invest in Bitcoin this week. According to NS3.AI, the company paid about $1.38 billion in cash for the repurchase, resulting in savings of around $120 million. Michael Saylor, the company's executive chairman, described this decision as a temporary measure.

Anthropic co-founder, Dario Amodei, has revealed that the company continues to encounter mysterious and sometimes unsettling phenomena in its research. According to Jin10, Amodei emphasized the complexity and unpredictability of the developments they are witnessing. These discoveries highlight the challenges and uncertainties inherent in the field of artificial intelligence, as researchers strive to understand and harness the technology's full potential.

Anthropic co-founder Dario Amodei has expressed concerns about the potential for artificial intelligence to replace human labor on a significant scale. According to Jin10, Amodei emphasized that providing assistance to those displaced by AI would be a moral imperative. He highlighted the importance of addressing the ethical implications of AI advancements and ensuring support for individuals affected by these technological changes.

According to the announcement from Binance, the company has introduced the Binance OMS Toolkit, marking a significant advancement in institutional exchange solutions. This toolkit is designed for Order Management System (OMS), Order and Execution Management System (OEMS), and trading technology providers catering to institutional and professional trading clients. As institutional involvement in digital assets continues to expand, OMS and trading technology providers have become essential infrastructure for market access and interaction. Traditionally, exchanges have offered limited connectivity options, but the Binance OMS Toolkit aims to transform this by providing technology providers with exchange-level tools, insights, and services to enhance client support and business growth.
The Binance OMS Toolkit includes several key features. Deep Analytics offers comprehensive visibility into end-client trading activity and order flow across the Binance platform, enabling providers to optimize client support and product access. Self-Service Integration allows providers to segment and manage client accounts directly within the platform through custom user tagging, eliminating the need for routine adjustments via Binance support. Additionally, Expanded Product Access enables OMS clients to offer access to Binance Spot and Futures markets through their systems. Dedicated Institutional Support ensures smooth integration and ongoing operational confidence with white-glove onboarding and support from Binance's VIP and Institutional team. The Binance OMS Toolkit represents the next evolution of Binance Link and Trade, enhancing the existing partner toolkit with deep analytics and expanded integration capabilities. The toolkit is available for crypto-native and traditional market OMS and trading technology providers, who can contact their Binance Institutional representative or visit the OMS Toolkit page to apply.

A whale from the Satoshi era has sold 2,650 Bitcoin, valued at around $203 million, through institutional over-the-counter (OTC) channels. According to NS3.AI, the whale continues to hold an additional 6,000 Bitcoin.

The global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $2.58T, up by 0.51% over the last day, according to CoinMarketCap data.Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $76,108 and $77,650 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $77,520, up by 0.73%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include NIL, ERA, and DEXE, up by 26%, 21%, and 21%, respectively. Bitcoin Holds Firm as Hormuz Relief Offsets ETF Withdrawals and Treasury RepositioningBitcoin hovered near $77,500 while the broader crypto market rose 0.51%, helped by receding energy risk after Brent crude tumbled on signs of a US-Iran maritime deal. Still, institutional demand showed cracks, with spot Bitcoin ETFs posting $1.257 billion in weekly outflows and Strategy pausing its BTC purchases to buy back $1.5 billion in debt. The result is a steadier but more cautious market, where macro relief is competing with softer crypto-native flows. US and Iran Near Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz as Brent Crude Tumbles 6% Key Takeaways:60-day conditional ceasefireIranian oil sanctions waiversEnergy risk premium recedingSummary:The US and Iran are nearing a 60-day memorandum of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran agreeing to remove sea mines and restore full maritime navigation in exchange for the US lifting its naval blockade of Iranian ports. The deal includes limited sanctions waivers allowing Iran to sell oil more freely, tied to verified compliance, alongside Tehran's commitment to enter nuclear enrichment suspension talks. Brent crude fell roughly 6% to its lowest level in months, retreating from levels that had surged above $100 per barrel during peak tensions. US officials caution the agreement remains fragile and could still collapse. Vitalik Buterin Pledges Leaner Ethereum Foundation, Fewer ETH Sales as Researcher Exodus Continues Key Takeaways:EF downsized, mandate refocusedReduced ETH treasury salesCROPS: security-first prioritiesSummary:Vitalik Buterin outlined a major strategic shift for the Ethereum Foundation, repositioning it as a leaner institution under a "CROPS" mandate prioritizing censorship resistance, security, and privacy at the protocol level. The Foundation will scale back broad ecosystem funding and commit to selling less ETH, holding roughly 0.16% of total supply with a more conservative treasury approach. Several senior researchers have departed as part of the planned restructuring, with the board expanding and Buterin deliberately reducing his own influence. The shift aims to make EF one of many nodes in the Ethereum ecosystem rather than its central coordinator. Michael Saylor Buys Bonds Instead of Bitcoin This Week Key Takeaways:Weekly BTC accumulation paused$1.5B convertible note buybackStrategy holds 843,738 BTCSummary:Michael Saylor's Strategy Inc. disclosed it paused its weekly Bitcoin purchases this week, instead focusing on debt management including a buyback of approximately $1.5 billion of its 0% convertible senior notes due 2029. The liability-reduction move aims to improve financial flexibility ahead of future Bitcoin accumulation cycles. Strategy remains the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with 843,738 BTC valued at roughly $64 billion. The pause is tactical rather than strategic, as the firm continues positioning itself as a Bitcoin reserve bank. Bhutan Transfers 90 BTC to Segwit Address, Holds $233 Million in BitcoinKey Takeaways:Sovereign BTC treasury repositioningCumulative 2026 outflows exceed $233MBhutan retains 11,286 BTC in reservesSummary:The Kingdom of Bhutan has transferred an additional 90 BTC to a SegWit address, pushing the government's cumulative Bitcoin outflows in 2026 above $233 million. The transfers originate from Bhutan's sovereign reserve wallet managed through Druk Holding & Investments, the state investment arm that has been periodically moving Bitcoin holdings throughout the year. The continued outflows signal ongoing treasury management by one of the few nations known to hold Bitcoin on its balance sheet. Bhutan still retains approximately 11,286 BTC worth roughly $870 million, representing about 0.054% of bitcoin's total supply. Bitcoin Spot ETFs Saw Net Outflows of $1.257 Billion Last Week Key Takeaways:$1.26B weekly net outflowsBlackRock IBIT leads withdrawals$98.87B in total ETF assetsSummary:U.S. Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $1.257 billion in net outflows last week, with BlackRock's IBIT accounting for the bulk at $1.008 billion in withdrawals. Despite the weekly drain, cumulative net inflows since launch remain substantial at $57.08 billion, with total net assets across all Bitcoin spot ETFs standing at $98.87 billion. ETFs now represent 6.49% of Bitcoin's total market capitalization. The outflows mark a notable pullback in institutional demand after an extended period of net inflows. Ethereum Spot ETFs See $216 Million Net Outflow Over Past WeekKey Takeaways:10-day ETF outflow streak continuesBlackRock's ETHA leads redemptionsETH falls below $2,200 supportSummary:U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs recorded approximately $216 million in net outflows over the past week, extending a 10-day outflow streak that has seen over $430 million in cumulative redemptions since mid-May. BlackRock's ETHA led the selling while smaller funds like Bitwise's ETHW recorded modest inflows. The sustained bleed coincides with ETH losing its $2,200 price support amid a broader crypto ETF retreat that saw Bitcoin funds shed $1.26 billion in the same period. Despite the recent exodus, cumulative net inflows since launch remain above $12 billion. AI TRENDS | SoftBank Shares Hit Record High Amid OpenAI IPO Speculation Key Takeaways:OpenAI IPO filing with Goldman SachsSoftBank holds 13% OpenAI stakeStock up 53% year-to-dateSummary:SoftBank Group shares surged roughly 20% to hit their daily limit and record highs after reports OpenAI is preparing a confidential IPO filing with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. SoftBank holds an estimated 13% stake worth $64.6 billion in OpenAI, recently valued at $852 billion, following a phased $30 billion investment. The rally pushed year-to-date gains past 53%, also buoyed by a planned SB Energy IPO and strong Arm Holdings performance. The record signals mounting investor appetite for AI proxy plays ahead of a potentially historic public listing.Market movers:ETH: $2119.65 (-0.07%)BNB: $661.89 (+0.32%)XRP: $1.3606 (-0.36%)SOL: $86.05 (-0.70%)TRX: $0.3676 (+1.13%)DOGE: $0.10266 (-0.46%)ZEC: $660.12 (+3.50%)WBTC: $77282.9 (+0.74%)U: $1.001 (-0.01%)XAUT: $4543.55 (+0.71%)

According to the announcement from Binance, Binance Square has introduced a new campaign on CreatorPad, offering verified users the opportunity to unlock 100,000 GENIUS rewards by completing simple tasks. The activity period is set from 2026-05-25 09:00 (UTC) to 2026-06-08 23:59 (UTC), with token voucher rewards distribution scheduled before 2026-06-30.
Participants can join the campaign by clicking 'Join now' on the activity page and completing tasks to earn points and rank on the leaderboard. Tasks include creating short posts on Binance Square, following Genius' account on social media, and trading a minimum of $10 equivalent in GENIUS. Eligible users will earn points for each completed task, which will determine their rank on the leaderboard. The reward pool of 100,000 GENIUS is divided equally between the top 400 creators on the GENIUS Global Project Leaderboard and the top 400 eligible Chinese creators on the GENIUS Chinese Project Leaderboard, with rewards calculated based on users' points relative to the total points of the top creators.
The leaderboard data is updated with a T+2 delay, meaning data from 2026-06-08 will be displayed after 2026-06-10 09:00 (UTC). Users must complete account verification (KYC) to receive rewards, and those identified as risk users within seven days following the activity end date will be ineligible for rewards. Binance reserves the right to disqualify participants who engage in suspicious activities or violate community guidelines. The campaign aims to enhance user engagement on Binance Square, a platform designed to connect content creators with their followers and provide a personalized feed based on user engagement history.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that any future agreement with Iran would differ significantly from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) established during the Obama administration. According to NS3.AI, Trump criticized the JCPOA, claiming it provided Iran with a clear path to developing nuclear weapons. He emphasized that he would not pursue a similar deal.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that any agreement reached with Iran must be either great and meaningful or there will be no agreement at all. According to Odaily, Trump emphasized the importance of the quality of the agreement in discussions concerning Iran.

On May 25, Barclays economists released a report suggesting that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to keep interest rates unchanged during its June policy meeting. According to Jin10, the economists noted that while the RBI may raise its inflation expectations and lower its economic growth forecasts, it is expected to overlook the current inflationary pressures driven by supply-side factors. However, ongoing conflicts in the Middle East have led to sustained high energy prices, indicating that price pressures could become more persistent, potentially challenging Barclays' baseline prediction that the RBI will maintain rates for the remainder of 2026.
The report further highlighted that the spillover effects of rising energy prices on transportation and other raw material costs might eventually compel the central bank to consider rate hikes. "Economic growth impairment will undoubtedly be a significant factor in the central bank's decision-making process; however, at present, we believe the risk of inflation shocks outweighs the risk of growth shocks," the report concluded.

Hyperliquid is broadening its offerings beyond perpetual contracts to include pre-IPO trading, prediction contracts, and tokenized real-world assets, according to FalconX. Additionally, HYPE spot ETFs from 21Shares and Bitwise have attracted $53 million in inflows over a few trading days.

South Korea is set to list 16 single-stock leveraged and inverse exchange-traded funds (ETFs) linked to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix this Wednesday. According to NS3.AI, Mirae Asset Securities will also introduce two types of exchange-traded notes (ETNs). Analysts predict that net inflows into the leveraged ETFs could amount to 5.3 trillion won.

Brazilian economists have adjusted their inflation expectations for 2026, according to a survey conducted by the central bank. The latest forecast indicates that the inflation index is expected to reach 5.04%, up from the previous estimate of 4.92%. This revision reflects changing economic conditions and expectations for the coming years.

On May 25, a major BTC short position on Hyperliquid experienced significant liquidation, according to BlockBeats On-chain Detection. Over the past hour, the position was liquidated twice, resulting in a total clearance of 169.5 BTC, marking the largest liquidation event across the network today.
Following the liquidation, the account holder utilized the remaining $220,000 to initiate a long position with 40x leverage, acquiring 130.6 BTC. The position, valued at approximately $10.1 million, was established at an average price of $77,561, with a liquidation price set at $76,681.
The address involved in this transaction is 0x2fc3195efbf91ad90854bc3c02fe739895c23460.

Tether has announced a collaboration with the Georgian government to introduce the GEL₮ stablecoin. According to Foresight News, GEL₮ is designed to serve as a digital representation of the Georgian Lari. The initiative aims to reduce transaction costs, enable near-instant settlements, support programmable payments, and enhance the efficiency of value flow within the digital financial system.

Arthur Hayes recently referred to Hyperliquid (HYPE), Zcash (ZEC), and Near Protocol (NEAR) as 'the holy trinity' in a post on X. According to NS3.AI, HYPE reached an all-time high of $64.27 on May 24, 2026. In contrast, ZEC is still nearly 80% below its peak of $3,191.93.

An anonymous investor has initiated a significant short position on Ethereum, valued at approximately $100 million, on the Hyperliquid platform. According to NS3.AI, this position employs a 23x leverage, with a liquidation price set at $2,149.84.

BlackRock has indicated that under the leadership of the new Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, there might be sufficient justification for a rate cut rather than a hike. According to Jin10, Navin Saigal, BlackRock's Head of Global Fixed Income for the Asia-Pacific region, responded to questions about the likelihood of a rate hike during Warsh's tenure by stating, "If I had to choose between a rate hike and a cut, I believe there are indeed ample reasons to support a cut." Saigal further noted that looking ahead, the labor market may face certain pressures, which could suggest that the Federal Reserve might either hold steady or opt for a rate cut. Saigal's remarks contrast with the general expectations of bond investors, who are betting that Warsh will prioritize maintaining the Federal Reserve's credibility in combating inflation over accommodating U.S. President Donald Trump's preference for low interest rates. Current pricing indicates that the market is almost certain the Federal Reserve will raise rates by December.

On May 25, Ganfeng Lithium announced plans to transfer 8.733 million shares, representing 5.5% of the company's total equity, through an inquiry-based transfer method due to its own financial needs. According to Jin10, this transfer will not be conducted through centralized bidding or block trading, and the transferee will be prohibited from transferring the shares within six months after acquisition.

2U2.ai has announced a new round of strategic investment, though the specific amount has not been disclosed. According to ChainCatcher, the investment comes from Castrum Istanbul and M2M Capital, aimed at supporting 2U2.ai's ongoing development of Meme infrastructure and ecosystem expansion.
Currently, 2U2.ai is backed by several institutions, including Becker Ventures, CGV FOF, Gemhead Capital, K24 Ventures, Castrum Istanbul, and M2M Capital.
The company is developing a Web3-focused MemeLayer, which utilizes AI to drive the creation, dissemination, and remixing of Memes, establishing a scalable and incentivized Meme content network. The platform has launched the Meme Arms Race points system, allowing users to earn points through creating, sharing, and spreading Meme content, which will be part of future ecosystem incentives.

The United States and Iran are reportedly moving closer to reaching an agreement to extend the current ceasefire. Bloomberg posted on X that despite progress, officials from both nations have indicated that significant differences still need to be addressed. The ongoing negotiations aim to solidify a more stable truce, but the complexities of the situation continue to pose challenges. Both sides are working to bridge the gaps, with hopes of achieving a lasting resolution. The discussions are part of broader diplomatic efforts to ease tensions and promote peace in the region.