Category: crypto
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Solana averts catastrophe with quiet patch of major token vulnerability
The Solana Foundation patched a critical vulnerability in its Token-2022 standard in April, preventing potential token minting and fund withdrawal attacks. The flaw was fixed within two days with support from development teams and security firms. The bug affected the confidential transfers feature, causing a slight drop in token value. Critics questioned Solana’s decision to…
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Litecoin climbs on hopes of ETF green light from SEC
Litecoin’s native token, LTC, has gained over 4% to reach $89 amid speculation of a potential approval of a spot Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) by the SEC. Market analysts believe Litecoin has a better chance of early approval compared to other altcoin-based ETF proposals. The final decision is expected by May 5.
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Arizona senator vows to reintroduce Bitcoin reserve bill despite governor’s veto
Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers plans to reintroduce her Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill after Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed it, making her the first US governor to block a crypto initiative. Rogers believes that Bitcoin is a tested financial innovation and that Arizona needs it. Another crypto-related proposal, Senate Bill 1373, is still under consideration. Governor…
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Tether dives into sci-fi inspired AI as USDT nears $150 billion circulation
Tether is expanding into artificial intelligence with the launch of Tether.ai, an open-source platform for various devices. CEO Paolo Ardoino aims to create adaptable intelligence inspired by science fiction. The company is also developing an AI SDK and decentralized messaging app. Meanwhile, Tether’s stablecoin USDT approaches a record circulation of $150 billion.
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Worldcoin faces regulatory setback in Indonesia over compliance issues
Indonesia’s Ministry of Communication and Digital has suspended Worldcoin and its digital identity platform, World ID, due to registration issues and possible violations of local electronic system rules. The ministry found inconsistencies in the project’s operations and one affiliate failed to register as an Electronic System Organizer. This move aims to protect the public from…
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U.S. stablecoin regulation could be delayed as pro-crypto Democrats pull support
Nine Democratic Senators are withdrawing support for the GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill, citing concerns about regulations, anti-money laundering, national security, and accountability. Other critics include Senator Elizabeth Warren and community banking organizations. Republicans have made changes to the bill in hopes of bipartisan support, but Democrats’ opposition may delay its passage.
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Bitcoin slides below $95,000 as weekend macro pressures weigh on markets
Bitcoin fell sharply over the weekend from multi-month highs, dropping below $95,000 on Monday due to broader macro pressures and a strong U.S. jobs report. Rising Treasury yields and concerns about delayed interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve led to a defensive shift in markets, impacting Bitcoin and other assets.
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The Layer-1 That’s Making Blockchain More Accessible for Developers
Shardeum is transforming blockchain technology with its innovative autoscaling EVM-based structure and minimal node requirements. The cover art/illustration featured on CryptoSlate includes a combination of content, potentially including AI-generated elements.
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TRON’s X account hacked in the latest social engineering attack
TRON’s X account was hacked in a social engineering attack on May 2, 2025. The hacker targeted a team member and posted a suspicious contract address, sent unsolicited DMs, and followed unknown accounts. TRON warned users and is working with law enforcement. Social engineering is a growing threat in the crypto sector.
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Why DeFi agents need a private brain
AI agents in the DeFi space are becoming increasingly popular, but their reliance on transparent blockchains poses a significant weakness. The transparency of these systems allows competitors to easily replicate strategies, leading to market manipulation and other risks. Implementing a “private brain” using Trusted Execution Environments can address these issues and ensure the integrity of…