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Self-directed investors power bitcoin (BTC) ETF launch despite Morgan Stanley’s scale
Strong early demand highlights how investors are driving crypto adoption, even without support from Morgan Stanley’s vast advisor network.

Kelp says LayerZero approved setup it blamed for $292 million bridge hack
The $292M exploit, linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, led Kelp to migrate its rsETH off LayerZero's OFT standard to Chainlink's CCIP.

Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) booked massive Q1 loss as BTC tumbled
The price of bitcoin fell from about $87,000 to $68,000 during the first three months of 2026.

Drift outlines a recovery plan for users after $295 million DPRK-linked exploit
The lending Protocol proposed tokenized claims, a revenue-backed pool and a security overhaul as it works with law enforcement to recover the stolen funds.

Tokenization won't disrupt banking rails but improve them, Wall Street executives say
Executives from Citigroup, JPMorgan and DTCC said at Consensus that genuine client demand is driving real-world use of tokenized assets.

Why is crypto up today: Bitcoin (BTC) tops $81,500 as tokenization push lifts BLSH, GLXY
Crypto market momentum could extend further unless geopolitical risks flare up again, one analyst said.

Rep. Steven Horsford pitches PARITY Act as 'durable floor' for crypto tax at Consensus Miami
The Nevada Democrat told Professor Yesha Yadav that incremental, bipartisan reform is the path forward as Senate negotiations on the CLARITY Act stall.

Solana news (SOL): Anatoly Yakovenko says that major ‘Alpenglow’ upgrade could arrive next quarter,
Speaking at Consensus Miami 2026, the Solana co-founder said that he is excited to see 'Alpenglow' upgrade go live later this year, which could come as early as next quarter.

Western Union’s Solana-based stablecoin could reshape its payment model, analyst says
Western Union launched USDPT, a dollar-backed stablecoin on Solana, issued by Anchorage Digital Bank, for 24/7 settlement with agents and partners.

Figure targets Fannie and Freddie in first-lien push, citing 91% cost cut
The firm offers rapid service, with HELOC applications approved in 5 minutes and funding in 3 days, targeting the sub-$300,000 loan segment.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse says Clarity better than chaos as Senate hits key moment
The crypto market structure Clarity Act needs to get to its next step, a Senate hearing, this month to have a reasonable chance, Garlinghouse said.

Wall Street warns human-built markets can’t keep up with machine-speed trading
Legacy financial systems face pressure as tokenization and real-time trading push markets toward always-on, automated infrastructure, panelists at Consensus in Miami said on Tuesday.

Crypto's value is from being outside regulatory apparatus, says Arthur Hayes
All that matters for bitcoin’s value proposition is fiat liquidity, said Arthur Hayes, CIO of Maelstrom, at Consensus Miami 2026.

From bitcoin mining to the Hill: AIP’s new fellow brings hands-on crypto experience to D.C.
Jacob Smagula previously worked on the government affairs team at bitcoin mining company MARA and is currently on the policy team at the DeFi Education Fund.

Solana news (SOL): Jito Labs launches JTX as self-custody trading heats up on the blockchain
JTX is the company’s first product built specifically for traders. It allows users to trade tokens on Solana while maintaining self-custody,

Coinbase taps Centrifuge as preferred tokenization backbone, takes equity stake
The partnership includes a strategic investment by Coinbase and is focused on expanding tokenized ETFs, credit, and structured products.

Crypto.com’s high-rolling head of marketing to leave after almost six years
Steven Kalifowitz will be moving on from his role as CMO, effective June 30, and will then continue on as advisor to the CEO.

Consensus Miami Day 1: Sights and sounds
Consensus Miami 2026 launched on Tuesday. Stay tuned for updates throughout the day.

State Street and Galaxy (GLXY) launch tokenized fund to bring cash management onchain
The fund lets institutions earn yield on stablecoins while moving cash onchain with round-the-clock access.

Nasdaq firm scraps massive bitcoin treasury plan to redirect $485 million to AI
The Nasdaq-listed firm raised $500 million to invest in bitcoin. Less than a year later, it is chasing the market's current hot sector of AI.

BTC price analysis: Bitcoin absorbed $200 million profit-taking at $80,000
Net realized profits hit a one-month high of $207.56 million Sunday as bitcoin crossed $80,000 for the first time since January, with the price holding above the breakout level into Tuesday despite the heavy sell-side flow.

Standard Chartered expands further into crypto with stake in GSR at $1 billion valuation
SC Ventures, Standard Chartered’s venture capital division takes a stake in crypto trading firm GSR at a valuation of more than $1 billion, according to Bloomberg.

Andreessen Horowitz's new $2.2 billion crypto fund is chasing stablecoins, DeFi, and the builders no one is watching
The new fund arrives as firms like Haun Ventures raise $1 billion and VC firms adapt to an AI-driven shift in capital.

Toncoin surges 36% as Telegram replaces TON Foundation and slashes fees
Toncoin has surged more than 36% in 24 hours, outperforming the broader market.

