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According to ShibDaily, a kidnapping attempt in Paris has targeted the daughter and grandson of a prominent French cryptocurrency entrepreneur, highlighting the increasing violence against figures in the digital asset industry. The incident occurred in Paris's 11th district, where four masked assailants reportedly attacked a couple and their child, resulting in minor injuries. The victims were subsequently taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Surveillance footage captured three masked individuals emerging from a van, attempting to forcibly abduct a woman and her child. The woman's partner intervened but was assaulted during the struggle. In a courageous act, the woman resisted the abduction, managing to seize one of the assailant's handguns and discard it. Her screams, along with those of the other victims, attracted the attention of passers-by, ultimately thwarting the kidnapping attempt. The suspects remain at large, although their vehicle was recovered near the scene. The Paris prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the attempted abduction, focusing on the family's connections to the cryptocurrency sector as a potential motive. This incident follows a similar case earlier this year involving Ledger co-founder David Balland and his wife, who were reportedly kidnapped in January. In that case, the couple was forced into a vehicle and held at two different locations, with the kidnappers demanding a substantial cryptocurrency ransom and sending a severed finger, believed to belong to Balland, as a chilling warning. As investigations continue, authorities face mounting pressure to address the rising threats against individuals in the cryptocurrency sector. The increasing number of violent incidents involving crypto figures has raised security concerns, prompting calls for enhanced protective measures in both digital and physical environments. The outcome of this latest case could set a significant precedent for handling future security risks within the industry.

According to ShibDaily, South Korea's Democratic Party has launched a Digital Asset Committee to develop national cryptocurrency policies and promote growth in the digital asset sector. The committee, part of the Democratic Party's election campaign, held its inaugural meeting on May 13 at the National Assembly Members' Hall in Seoul. It aims to lead the formulation of digital asset policies by drafting campaign pledges, proposing legislation, and creating regulatory frameworks. Initial discussions have focused on the Basic Digital Asset Act, known as the 'Stage 2 Bill.' Rep. Min Byeon-deok chairs the Digital Asset Committee, highlighting its long-term goal of becoming a presidential-level body. He emphasized that aligning the committee under the president's office would enhance its expertise and ability to develop and implement effective policies. The committee is divided into two main divisions: the Industrial Innovation Growth Committee, led by Professor Kang Hyung-goo of Hanyang University, which seeks to bolster South Korea's position in the global digital economy, and the Policy and System Support Committee, led by Dr. Yoon Min-seop, tasked with creating legal and regulatory frameworks to support the country's digital asset landscape. The committee plans to include four subcommittees focusing on user protection, legal reform, industry growth, and fostering external cooperation. The meeting also addressed key digital asset issues raised during the presidential election, with stablecoins being a significant topic. Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party of Korea's candidate, advocated for a 'won-linked stablecoin,' while Lee Jun-seok, candidate for the New Reform Party, referenced the 'Terra-Luna incident' as a cautionary example. Chairman Min noted discussions on whether stablecoins should be subject to a licensing or reporting system, with the Bank of Korea involved in the debate over whether it or the Financial Services Commission should regulate them. As the digital asset landscape evolves, the Digital Asset Committee could significantly impact South Korea's financial system. With emerging technologies driving global change, the country's approach to regulation and innovation will be closely monitored by investors and policymakers. As discussions continue, South Korea stands at a critical juncture, poised to influence the broader digital economy.

According to BlockBeats, Federal Reserve Vice Chair Jefferson stated that the current moderately restrictive policy rates are well-positioned to address changes in economic development. He noted that tariffs could lead to increased inflation, but it remains uncertain whether this impact will be temporary or persistent.

According to Odaily, JPMorgan has successfully settled a transaction on a public ledger with the assistance of cryptocurrency companies Chainlink and Ondo Finance. The financial giant has adopted what many in the cryptocurrency sector refer to as a 'walled garden' approach, creating a private network accessible only to its clients.

According to BlockBeats, despite a slowdown in spot prices, speculative positions in the futures markets for XRP and Dogecoin (DOGE) are increasing, indicating a growing market preference for volatility and downside risk. Data reveals significant changes in the futures market: DOGE futures saw a 63.9% surge in open interest within a week, rising from $989 million to $1.62 billion, while the spot price increased by 40% to $0.23. Similarly, XRP futures experienced a 41.6% increase in open interest, with an addition of over $1 billion, though the spot price rose more modestly from $2.14 to $2.6. Blockchain analytics firm Glassnode noted that the divergence between declining price momentum and the surge in open interest suggests a continuous buildup of speculative positions. This situation warrants caution, as open interest (OI) serves as an indicator of speculative activity. When OI diverges from stagnant prices, it often signals that leverage growth has outpaced actual market confidence—a pattern that has historically led to flash crashes.

According to BlockBeats, spot gold prices saw a sharp decline of $16, nearing the $3,200 per ounce mark. Meanwhile, spot silver prices fell by over 2% during the day, currently trading at $32.22 per ounce.

According to BlockBeats, the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee has approved President Donald Trump's tax cut proposal through a partisan vote. 

According to Foresight News, the Ethereum Foundation has announced the launch of the 'Trillion-Dollar Security Initiative' aimed at enhancing the security of the Ethereum protocol through funding research, development, and audits. The project will be initially co-chaired by Fredrik Svantes, Head of Protocol Security, and Josh Stark from the EF management team. The initiative will support security improvements for key clients, formal verification, fuzz testing, bug bounty programs, and community security education. The foundation emphasized the importance of ensuring the robustness and attack resistance of the protocol as the Ethereum ecosystem continues to expand. Funding for the initiative will be provided through the Ethereum Ecosystem Support Program (ESP), encouraging global researchers and developers to participate in the effort.

According to Odaily, cryptocurrency analyst Ali Martinez revealed on the X platform that 100,000 BTC have been withdrawn from exchanges over the past three weeks.

According to Odaily, recent data indicates a weakening correlation between Bitcoin (BTC) and U.S. stocks, potentially increasing its appeal as a diversification tool rather than a safe-haven asset. Analysts highlight that although Bitcoin remains influenced by macroeconomic factors, its connection with traditional risk assets has diminished. Furthermore, institutional interest in Bitcoin continues to grow, with some companies incorporating it into their balance sheets. Experts suggest that as confidence in dollar assets fluctuates, Bitcoin may play a more significant role in investment portfolios.

According to BlockBeats, Coindesk analyst Oliver Knight has highlighted similarities in Bitcoin's current price movement with on-chain indicators from 2021, suggesting a potential 'double top' structure. Knight emphasized the importance of monitoring the weekly RSI, which has shown bearish divergence in March 2024, December 2024, and May 2025. The RSI, a technical indicator, assesses average gains and losses over a period to identify overbought or oversold conditions. Bearish divergence occurs when the RSI trend moves downward while the price trend moves upward. Additionally, the trading volume during the recent breakout is lower than when Bitcoin initially surpassed $100,000, indicating weakening momentum. Both cryptocurrency and institutional trading platforms have seen a decline in volume, with CME Bitcoin futures failing to exceed 35,000 contracts in three of the past four weeks. In contrast, during the previous $100,000 breakout, volumes frequently surpassed 65,000 contracts, with three instances exceeding 85,000. Furthermore, open interest has diverged from price trends, currently down 13% from January's initial rise to $109,000, while the price has only decreased by 5.8%. Four years ago, when Bitcoin reached $69,000, despite a 6.6% price increase, open interest fell by 15.6% from the initial peak of 65,000 contracts. Knight concluded that these indicators suggest that although Bitcoin's price may reach new highs similar to 2021, the momentum behind this movement is diminishing.

On May 14, 2025, 11:39 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has crossed the 660 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 660.330017 USDT, with a narrowed 0.99% increase in 24 hours.

According to Foresight News, Bitfarms has released its financial results for the first quarter of 2025. The company produced 693 BTC during this period, with a direct production cost of $47,800 per BTC and a total cash production cost of $72,300 per BTC. In the first quarter, Bitfarms sold 428 bitcoins. The company's total revenue for the quarter reached $67 million, marking a 33% increase compared to the same period in 2024. However, the mining gross margin decreased to 43%, down from 63% in the first quarter of 2024.

According to BlockBeats, Strategy analyst Jeff Walton expressed in a Financial Times documentary titled 'Michael Saylor's $40 Billion Bitcoin Gamble' that MicroStrategy's financial strength, bolstered by its Bitcoin holdings, could eventually lead it to become the top publicly traded company by market capitalization globally. Currently, MicroStrategy possesses approximately 568,840 Bitcoins, valued at $59 billion, which analysts believe will enable it to surpass all other listed companies in the future. Michael Saylor, featured in the documentary, also stated his belief that Bitcoin's price will exceed one million dollars within the next decade and achieve tenfold growth over the following twenty years.

According to PANews, Saudi Telecom has entered into a significant agreement with Oracle, valued at 2 billion riyals, to enhance cloud solutions. This collaboration aims to bolster technological infrastructure and improve digital services within the region. The partnership reflects a growing trend of investment in cloud technologies, as companies seek to optimize operations and drive innovation. The agreement is expected to have a substantial impact on the digital landscape, offering advanced solutions and services to meet increasing demands.

New listings highlight Sui blockchain growth as Binance Alpha expands early-access token offeringsBinance Alpha has officially announced the listing of two new tokens: Bluefin (BLUE) and sudeng (HIPPO), both built on the Sui blockchain. The additions reflect Binance Alpha’s commitment to spotlighting early-stage and high-potential crypto projects.

According to Foresight News, security audit firm CertiK has announced that it has received two research grants from the Ethereum Foundation for the first quarter of 2025. These grants are primarily focused on the formal verification of zkEVM, a technology aimed at enhancing Ethereum's scalability through zero-knowledge proofs. CertiK's advanced formal verification technology, designed to handle complex zero-knowledge proof systems, provides robust security support for Ethereum's scalability strategy. This technology has already been applied to various Web3 projects, including zkWasm, TON main chain contracts, Cosmos SDK, Ant Group's HyperEnclave TEE, and Asterinas OS. zkEVM, or zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine, represents an innovation in blockchain technology, utilizing zero-knowledge proofs to achieve scalability for Ethereum.

According to BlockBeats, CryptoQuant analyst Oro Crypto has observed a notable increase in retail investor activity in Bitcoin. Since April 28, when the trend shifted positively, the buying volume from small investors has risen by 3.40% as of May 13. This indicates a significant resurgence of interest among retail traders.

According to BlockBeats, Vinanz Limited, a company listed on the London Stock Exchange, has secured an investment agreement with a global investment institution through U.S. investment bank Dominari Securities. The initial tranche of $2 million has been received and will be used to expand Bitcoin assets, with plans for a future dual listing on Nasdaq. A second tranche of $2 million will be available upon meeting specific conditions. This financing is structured as a 12-month convertible bond with an annual interest rate of 5%.

According to BlockBeats, Federal Reserve official Goolsbee stated that certain aspects of April's inflation reflect the lagging nature of data. The Federal Reserve remains in a wait-and-see mode as current inflation trends require time to manifest in the data. This period is seen as an opportunity for the Federal Reserve to gather more information and work through the noise in the data.