Crypto Pulse—Trending Topics

The SEC is set to release a tokenized stock "innovation exemption" that could allow third parties to issue tokens tied to public companies — without their consent. Here's what it means for crypto markets. Overview On May 18, 2026, Bloomberg reported — citing people familiar with the matter — that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is expected to release an "innovation exemption" for tokenized stocks as early as this week. The framework would create an entirely new regulatory pathway for

THORChain lost over $10.7M in a cross-chain exploit on May 15, 2026, triggered by a GG20 TSS vulnerability. RUNE dropped 15% in 24 hours. Here's what happened, what it means for DeFi security, and what investors should do now. Overview On May 15, 2026, cross-chain liquidity protocol THORChain confirmed that approximately $10.7 to $10.8 million in protocol-owned assets were drained in a sophisticated multi-chain exploit. As The Block reported, one of THORChain's six Asgard vaults was compromised

Iran launched Hormuz Safe, a Bitcoin-settled maritime insurance platform for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Could this signal Bitcoin's rise as a sovereign financial tool — and what does it mean for crypto markets? Overview On May 16, 2026, Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency reported that the country's Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance had launched a maritime insurance platform called Hormuz Safe, offering Bitcoin-settled coverage for shipping companies and cargo owners seeking

Overview On May 18, 2026, Bitcoin dropped to a two-week low of $76,551 — its weakest level since May 1 — as US-Iran tensions escalated sharply overnight. The immediate trigger was a post by President Donald Trump on Truth Social warning Iran that "the clock is ticking" and threatening to leave "nothing left of them" if a deal was not reached. The statement revived fears of a military confrontation, triggered a stop-run through the $77,800 support level, and caused nearly $590 million in bullish

Millions of people across Argentina, Turkey, Venezuela, and Nigeria are ditching local currencies for USDT and USDC. Here's the data-backed breakdown of why — and what it means for the future of money. Overview A quiet monetary revolution is underway. Across dozens of countries, ordinary people — not governments, not central banks — are making a deliberate decision to transact, save, and do business in USDT and USDC rather than their national currencies. This shift is not driven by crypto specul

What is the MEXC Prediction Market and how do you get started? Launched in public beta on March 16, 2026, MEXC offers zero-fee binary event contracts covering crypto, macro, and sports — all within your existing exchange account. Key Takeaways MEXC launched its Prediction Market in public beta on March 16, 2026, making it one of the first major centralized exchanges to offer a native prediction market product The platform uses binary event contracts: traders buy "Yes" or "No" shares, with prices

Zcash (ZEC) surged over 1,200% in 12 months. From a halving to an SEC clearance, Multicoin Capital's accumulation, and a Grayscale ETF filing — here's exactly why ZEC exploded in 2026. Overview While most altcoins spent 2026 grinding sideways, Zcash (ZEC) delivered one of the most striking rallies in the entire crypto market. From a pre-halving low below $40 in 2024 to a high near $750 in November 2025, then a sharp correction, and a fresh 2026 high of $543 after a single-day 30% surge in early

What is the MEXC futures calculator, and how does it work? This complete guide covers all six features — PNL, Target Price, Liquidation Price, Max Open, Entry Price, and Funding Fee — with step-by-step instructions and key tips for smarter risk management before you open a position. Overview A surprising number of futures traders lose money not because their market direction was wrong, but because they never calculated the key price levels before entering a position. Where is your liquidation pr

The CLARITY Act cleared its Senate committee vote — yet Bitcoin fell below $80K and Ethereum slid under $2,300. Here's why the market sold the news, and what happens next. Overview On May 14, 2026, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act) in a 15-to-9 bipartisan vote, marking the most significant legislative step in U.S. crypto history since the GENIUS Act stablecoin bill was signed in July 2025. The market's response defied expectations: Bitc

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee passed the CLARITY Act 15-9, sending Bitcoin back above $80K. Here's what the landmark crypto legislation means for BTC, ETH, XRP — and what comes next. Overview On May 14, 2026, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee voted 15-9 to advance the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act (H.R. 3633) to the full Senate floor — the most significant step yet in the decade-long push to establish a clear federal framework for digital assets. Bitcoin responded immediately, surging bac