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SBI Holdings Acquires Bitbank Shares
SBI Holdings accelerates talks to acquire Bitbank shares. The exchange, standing out with its hack-free security history, will strengthen with SBI VC Trade integration. Details on the new BTC credit card feature and Japanese consolidation.
Emily WatsonMay 2, 2026
Bitcoin Rose 12% in April: Geopolitical Resistance
Bitcoin closed April with a 12% gain despite Middle East tensions. MicroStrategy bought 4.13 billion dollars worth of BTC, MSTR rose 33%. While oil surged to 120 dollars, BTC is resisting at 78.266 dollars. Technical supports S1 71.865$, resistance R1 79.433$. On-chain demand is speculative.
Emily WatsonMay 2, 2026
Bitcoin's PACTs Protection Against the Quantum Threat
Dan Robinson's PACTs model from Paradigm protects inactive BTCs, including Satoshi's, from quantum threats. The system provides proof of ownership via timestamp, preserving privacy without requiring a fork. BTC price at $78,155, critical support levels $71K-$75K. Proactive solution as an alternative to Lopp's BIP-361.
Emily WatsonMay 2, 2026
GPT-5.5 Masters Cyber Attacks: WLD Analysis
AISI detected that GPT-5.5 autonomously managed complex cyber attacks. It stands out with a %71,4 success rate. Risk is increasing for AI projects like WLD. Price $0.23 (-3.70%), RSI 34.25 oversold. Strong support S1 $0.2337. The UK increased its cyber security fund.
James MitchellMay 1, 2026
How Does the Minnesota Deepfake Law Affect xAI?
Minnesota is banning AI deepfake nude image tools. xAI-linked XAI token price $0.01 (+3.25%), RSI 56.97. Critical support $0.0103, resistance $0.0120. Regulations can create volatility. Read for details.
James MitchellMay 1, 2026
Arbitrum DAO Votes Its Kelp ETH for AAVE-Led DeFi United
Arbitrum DAO is voting to release the Kelp DAO hacker's 30.766 ETH to DeFi United led by AAVE. The vote is progressing with strong yes support. Background: 292M$ rsETH was stolen, laundered through Aave/Compound. Technical: AAVE $92.72, S1 $91.70 strong support. DeFi solidarity stands out.
James MitchellMay 1, 2026
SBI Holdings Buys Bitbank Shares
SBI Holdings has accelerated talks to acquire Bitbank shares. The security-focused exchange launched a credit card that pays bills with BTC balance. Crypto consolidation is accelerating in Japan, with BTC integration standing out.
Emily WatsonMay 1, 2026
Crypto Billionaire's Secret 5M£ Gift to Farage
Secret 5M£ security gift to Nigel Farage from Tether shareholder Harborne. Reform UK's crypto funding is being discussed. ID technical: $0.03, downtrend, strong S1 $0.0304. UK crypto regulation is tightening.
Michael RobertsMay 1, 2026
Mythos AI Shakes Crypto Security
Anthropic's Mythos AI is shaking up crypto security paradigms. The model chaining infrastructure weaknesses is forcing a rethink of DeFi. Aave raised 301M$, Coinbase listed MEGA. Technical: AAVE 93.57$, downtrend.
Michael RobertsMay 1, 2026
OpenAI Lawsuit: Tumbler Ridge Attack and WLD Impact
Lawsuit against OpenAI after Tumbler Ridge school attack: ChatGPT negligence blamed. Sam Altman admitted the mistake. WLD price down 2.05% to 0.24$, RSI 35 downtrend. Technical levels and ethical risks analyzed. Crypto investors beware!
Michael RobertsMay 1, 2026
Crypto Billionaire's 5 Million Pound Gift to Farage Scandal
Nigel Farage received a 5 million pound gift from crypto billionaire Harborne. The Tether-linked donation has stirred up a political storm. Reform UK is defending it, while the government prepares restrictions. Includes market analysis with BTC technical data.
Sarah ChenMay 1, 2026
White House Facilitates Federal Access to Mythos AI
The White House is preparing a draft guide to facilitate federal access to Anthropic's Mythos AI model. Demand is increasing despite Pentagon restrictions. Mythos simulates cyber attacks 20 hours early and detected 271 vulnerabilities. Banks and agencies are using it for critical infrastructure.
James MitchellMay 1, 2026
Powell Stays at the Fed: BTC $73K Test
Fed Chair Powell announced that he will remain as a governor even if he steps down from the chairmanship. Interest rates steady at 3.5-3.75%. While BTC tests $73K, technical data: Price $77K, RSI 58.74, strong supports S1 $75.6K. Markets uneasy in a bullish tone, recovery to $85K-$90K possible.
James MitchellMay 1, 2026
Wasabi Hack: $5M Stolen, Damage on BLAST Network
Wasabi Protocol Hacked: $5M+ Stolen, Ethereum, Base, Berachain Including BLAST Affected. Hacker Drained Pools with Admin Key. PeckShield and CertiK Reports for Details. DeFi Security Lessons and BLAST Risk Analysis.
Emily WatsonMay 1, 2026
Wasabi Protocol Hack: 4.55M$ DeFi Heist
Wasabi Protocol lost 4.55M$ in a hack. ETH/Base vaults were drained, UUPS exploit resembles Drift. 2026 DeFi losses exceeded 770M$. ETH price $2,284 (+1.82%), strong supports S1 $2,243. Users should revoke LP approvals. DRIFT was delisted.
Sarah ChenMay 1, 2026
North Korean Hackers Hit DRIFT and KelpDAO: 577M$
North Korean hackers stole 577M$ in Q1 2026: DRIFT (285M$) and KelpDAO (292M$). TRM Labs: 76% global loss. DRIFT was delisted, hit by Solana nonce hack. North Korea's share rose to 64%. New defenses are essential.
Michael RobertsMay 1, 2026
North Korean Hackers Hit DRIFT: $285M Heist
North Korean hackers hit DRIFT Protocol with a $285M heist. TRMLabs report: 76% of 2026 losses from DPRK. Physical social engineering tactics and DRIFT's delisting from Upbit/Bithumb created shock in the sector. Technical flow: USDC → ETH bridge. Turning to DeFi multisig.
David KimMay 1, 2026
North Korean Hackers Stole 577M$ from DRIFT and Kelp
North Korean hackers stole $577M from DRIFT and Kelp DAO, accounting for 76% of 2026 hacks. Details on social engineering, nonce manipulation, and RPC poisoning. DRIFT delisted from Upbit/Bithumb. Annual hack share table and defense recommendations.
Emily WatsonApr 30, 2026
April Crypto Hack Record: AAVE Effect
April's crypto hacks broke records: 20+ exploits, 600M$ loss. KelpDAO created bad debt in AAVE with 292M$, Drift was hacked for 280M$ and delisted. AAVE 92.76$, downtrend; support 90.65$. Social engineering dominates.
David KimApr 30, 2026
Arbitrum DAO Releases Kelp Hacker's ETH to DeFi United
Arbitrum DAO votes to release 30.766 ETH from Kelp DAO hacker to DeFi United (led by Aave). Vote strongly yes; $311M raised. AAVE technicals: $93.26, S1 $91.99 strong support. Lazarus suspicions and DeFi solidarity stand out.
Emily WatsonApr 30, 2026