Author: Tristan Lodenberg

Core Scientific is preparing to raise $3.3 billion through senior secured notes due in 2031, aiming to strengthen its position in artificial intelligence and high-performance computing infrastructure. The financing will be backed by company assets, giving investors priority claims if a default occurs. Unlike issuing new shares, this debt-based approach allows the firm to raise capital without diluting existing shareholders. Funds from the offering will support ongoing data center development across several U.S. states, including Georgia, Texas, North Carolina and Oklahoma. The company also plans to refinance its short-term obligations, including repayment of borrowings tied to its 364-day credit facility,…

Circle has emerged as the top performing crypto-related stock in 2026, with its market capitalization reaching $25.7 billion by Friday’s close. The company recorded an impressive 30% gain, outperforming major industry peers. In contrast, Coinbase has lagged behind, showing a 10% decline during the same period, highlighting widening performance differences among crypto equities. Circle’s revenue growth has been closely tied to the expansion of USDC supply and interest income from short-term U.S. Treasury reserves. The circulating supply of USDC has increased 3.7% year-to-date and more than 30% over the past 12 months. Although interest rates have been declining, revenue from…

Kevin Warsh, nominated by Donald Trump to lead the Federal Reserve, told U.S. senators he would act independently and “absolutely not” serve as a political tool if confirmed as chairman. The confirmation hearing comes as the term of current Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to expire in May, placing attention on the future direction of U.S. monetary policy. Warsh signaled support for lowering interest rates, a stance that aligns with Trump’s long-standing criticism of Powell over past rate increases. The president and Powell have repeatedly clashed over interest rate decisions, making the nomination politically sensitive and closely watched…

Crypto exchange Bitget has introduced a new platform called IPO Prime, designed to give investors exposure to private companies before they go public. The initiative begins with its first listing, preSPAX, a token tied to the financial performance of SpaceX, the aerospace and artificial intelligence company led by Elon Musk. The offering is issued through investment platform Republic, which specializes in private market access. Tokens are minted on the Solana blockchain, allowing faster settlement and improved liquidity compared with traditional private market investments. Trading began shortly after a brief subscription window, enabling users to access liquidity much earlier than typical…

The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a public investor alert warning citizens against using several crypto trading platforms, including dYdX, citing lack of proper authorization. In a statement released through official channels, the regulator named dYdX, Aevo, gTrade, Pacifica, Orderly, Deriv and Ostium as platforms that are not registered to offer investment services within the country. According to the SEC, these platforms appear to be soliciting investments by promoting opportunities that promise potential profits or returns. However, none of the listed firms have secured licenses under the country’s crypto-asset service provider framework, which requires companies to meet…

Bitcoin traded near $76,000 on Tuesday, approaching its ten week highs as traders increasingly anticipate a possible short squeeze. Market data showed Bitcoin climbing toward $79,000 during the weekly session, while funding rates across major exchanges remained negative an unusual trend when prices are moving upward. Current structure as a period of consolidation with an upward bias, suggesting Bitcoin could move toward $85,000 within the next two to three weeks. Bitcoin’s continued correlation with the Nasdaq, reinforcing expectations of broader market influence on crypto prices. Resistance Levels and Technical Barriers Remain Key Analysts highlight several resistance levels that bulls must…

Crypto hackers have stolen more than $17 billion across 518 recorded incidents over the past 10 years, highlighting persistent security challenges across digital asset platforms. Data from DefiLlama shows that private key compromises remain one of the most costly attack methods, accounting for a significant share of total losses. Among the identified attack methods, 22.3% of incidents were linked to private key breaches using brute-force techniques, while 18.2% were tied to unknown compromise methods. Additionally, 10% of attacks were connected to phishing campaigns targeting multi-signature wallets, reinforcing concerns about vulnerabilities in wallet security and credential management systems. Recent DeFi Exploits…

A new survey conducted by Borse Stuttgart Digital reveals that cryptocurrency services are increasingly shaping how European investors select their banking providers. The study found that 35% of investors would consider switching banks if another institution offered better access to crypto investments, signaling a shift in customer expectations within the financial sector. The survey included approximately 6,000 investors across Germany, Italy, Spain and France, with nearly one in five respondents expecting their primary bank to provide cryptocurrency services within the next three years. The findings indicate that digital assets are gradually becoming part of mainstream banking relationships, especially among investors…

The UK Treasury has announced a comprehensive regulatory package to consolidate payment services, stablecoins, and tokenized deposits into a single unified framework. The plan was unveiled during Fintech Week in London and is designed to modernize the UK payments system while aligning regulation with blockchain-based settlement and digital finance innovation. The framework will introduce a dedicated issuance regime for stablecoins used in payments, alongside expanded oversight for the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), including its role in Open Banking. It also explores regulatory adjustments for payment activities conducted by AI-driven agents, reflecting the growing role of automation in financial systems. Funding…

BitMEX has partnered with Zodia Custody to introduce off-exchange collateral trading, allowing institutional clients to trade crypto derivatives while keeping their assets securely stored in segregated custody. The integration is available through Zodia Custody’s Interchange solution, which enables off-venue settlement without requiring traders to transfer funds directly onto the exchange. BitMEX CEO Stephan Lutz said the move reflects lessons learned from major market failures, including the collapse of FTX and the $1.4 billion Bybit hack, both of which exposed risks associated with unsegregated or compromised exchange-held funds. He emphasized that custody failures and security threats have highlighted the importance of…