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Bitcoin options hit $31.3B on Deribit ahead of May 29

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Bitcoin options open interest on Deribit has reached $31.3 billion, overtaking BlackRock’s IBIT ahead of a $6.25 billion expiry. Summary Deribit’s Bitcoin options open interest hit $31.3 billion on May 21, overtaking BlackRock’s IBIT at $27 billion, according to Checkonchain data. A total of 80,535 contracts worth $6.25 billion are set to expire on Deribit on May 29, with $75,000 as the max pain level. The put/call ratio of 0.86 is modestly bullish, but max pain sitting $2,000 below current price creates a gravitational pull toward $75,000. Deribit’s Bitcoin options…

Missouri AG Files Suit Against Coinflip, Targets Over 140 Bitcoin ATM Kiosks in the State

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Key Takeaways Missouri AG Catherine Hanaway sued Coinflip on May 20, 2026, seeking up to $1,826,000 in civil penalties under the MMPA. Coinflip’s 140-plus Missouri BTMs charge fees up to 21.9%, with one 80-year-old veteran losing up to $200,000 in a single scam. The lawsuit seeks a court injunction halting Coinflip operations in Missouri until stronger fraud-prevention measures are in place. Missouri Sues Coinflip for Hiding 21.9% Fees and Allegedly Enabling Crypto Scams Statewide The suit was filed in the Circuit Court of Jasper County, Missouri’s 29th Judicial Circuit. It…

Bitcoin Bulls Lose Control After $78,000 Rejection Wipes out Overnight Recovery

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Key Takeaways Bitcoin fell below $78,000 on May 21, erasing recent gains to close just above $77,000. Persistent spot bitcoin ETF outflows and a 0.3% drop triggered $44.3 million in liquidations. If the Nasdaq index undergoes a correction, analysts warn that capital will flee high-risk crypto assets. Bitcoin Erases Gains as ETF Outflows Mount Bitcoin endured yet another underwhelming session, failing to hold the $78,000 mark and erasing earlier gains to close the 24 hours just above $77,000. The price action reversed the momentum seen between Wednesday afternoon and early…

Das wird heftig nach oben SCHIESSEN! Circle | Coinbase | Mara Holdings | Strategy | Bitcoin

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io Sendungsübersicht und Timestamps: 00:00 Sendungsstart und Begrüßung 01:06 S&P500 03:55 Circle 14:19 Coinbase 17:02 Strategy 20:40 Bitcoin 24:19 Mara Holdings Nach einem leicht volatilen Handelstag zeigen sich die US-Märkte stabil, während der DAX sich weiterhin seitwärts bewegt. Kristian Volaric und Samir Boyardan analysieren heute die aktuelle Marktlage und geben Trading-Ideen für die kommenden Tage. Im Fokus steht zunächst der S&P 500, dessen Kurs sich in den vergangenen 80 Handelstagen in einer bemerkenswert engen Spanne von lediglich 6,7 % bewegte – Kristian Volaric…

CFTC and NHL Sign MOU Targeting Fraud in Hockey Prediction Markets – Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways The CFTC and NHL signed an MOU on May 21, 2026, creating a formal framework for confidential information sharing. NHL became the first major U.S. pro sports league to partner with both Kalshi and Polymarket in October 2025. CFTC Chairman Michael Selig signals more league agreements ahead as prediction markets face federal oversight expansion. CFTC Chairman Selig Signs NHL Agreement to Block Insider Trading in Sports Markets The agreement establishes designated representatives on both sides who will communicate regularly, share information on a confidential basis, and coordinate responses…

Bitcoin Accumulation Weakens as BTC Realized Losses Hit $600M

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Bitcoin (BTC) has dropped nearly 7% from its local peak of $82,800, as several groups of wallet holders switched from accumulation to distribution. Data suggests that this distribution, combined with increasing realized losses, points to a potential shift in momentum. Key takeaways: Whale absorption of newly mined BTC supply drops to all-time lows below -150%. Bitcoin holders shift from accumulation to distribution after BTC price drop Bitcoin realized losses surged above $600 million in a single day as BTC price fell to $76,000. Bitcoin whales absorbing at all-time lows The…

Kalshi and Polymarket Midterm Markets Favor Democratic Sweep With $12.5M Combined Volume – Bitcoin News

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Key Takeaways Polymarket traders give Democrats a 47% chance of sweeping both chambers in the 2026 midterms, drawing over $7M in volume. Kalshi’s $5.5M midterm market mirrors Polymarket odds, with a Democratic sweep leading at 45% probability. Trump’s approval sits near 36-37% in May 2026 polls, putting Democrats up D+7 on the generic ballot heading into November. Prediction Markets Signal Democrats Lead 2026 Midterms as Trump Approval Hits 34% Polymarket‘s “Balance of Power: 2026 Midterms” market has pulled in $7,038,176 in total trading volume. The leading outcome among traders is…

State Street Corporation raises exposure to Strive by 770% in Bitcoin push

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State Street Corporation has sharply increased its exposure to Strive Asset Management after buying nearly 1 million shares in the Bitcoin-focused asset manager. Summary State Street Corporation increased its exposure to Strive Asset Management by 770% after purchasing nearly 1 million ASST shares valued at about $17.7 million. Strive Asset Management added 381.61 BTC between May 13 and May 18, raising its corporate Bitcoin holdings to 15,391 BTC, according to company filings. Analysts at TD Cowen and H. C. Wainwright & Co. raised their ASST price targets as Strive expanded…

Bitcoin slips below $77,000 on Gate as BTC cools

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Bitcoin has dipped below $77,000 on Gate, with the BTC/USDT pair trading just under the threshold in a muted session. Summary BTC/USDT on Gate is trading at $76,998. The pair shows a 24-hour decline of 0.03%. Price action reflects a slight pullback after recent highs. According to market data, the BTC/USDT pair is currently priced at $76,998, putting bitcoin just under the $77,000 level. The 24-hour move is marginal, with the pair down 0.03% over the period, indicating essentially flat price action rather than a sharp sell-off. The small decline…

Foundation raises $6.4M to expand beyond Bitcoin wallets

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Bitcoin hardware wallet maker Foundation has raised $6.4 million in new funding led by Fulgur Ventures as it pushes beyond self-custody into identity, authentication and AI agent authorization. Summary Foundation raised $6.4 million in a new round led by Fulgur Ventures. The raise brings the company’s total funding to $16.5 million. Foundation has opened sales of Passport Prime and plans a KeyOS app store launch by the end of Q2. Bitcoin (BTC) hardware wallet manufacturer Foundation has closed a $6.4 million funding round led by Fulgur Ventures, with participation from…