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Market Update

Cryptocurrency total market capitalization increased by 2.19%, reaching $2.72 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) 24-hour gain is 2.35%, with a trading price of $79,200, while Ethereum (ETH) rose 3.69% to $2,400. Most market sectors saw gains between 0% and 4%, with the NFT sector leading at 5%, and the GameFi sector remaining stable.
Expected central bank decisions and tech company earnings reports will cause macroeconomic volatility
Investors are preparing for a potentially volatile week as major central banks' interest rate decisions and top tech companies' earnings reports are released simultaneously. The Federal Reserve, along with the central banks of Japan, the UK, Europe, and Canada, will announce policy updates. While markets generally expect most central banks to keep rates unchanged, comments from the Fed on inflation and future monetary policy paths will be key drivers for risk assets, including cryptocurrencies. Any hawkish signals from Fed Chair Powell could dampen market sentiment, while dovish tones might trigger a rebound. Adding to this uncertainty are quarterly earnings from Apple, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta, which are critical indicators of overall market risk appetite. Strong tech earnings could boost the entire market, while disappointing results might trigger widespread sell-offs, potentially impacting cryptocurrency prices.
U.S. Cryptocurrency Regulatory Bill Stalls, Extending Market Uncertainty
Progress on the U.S. comprehensive market structure bill for cryptocurrencies has stalled, increasing the likelihood that the industry will continue to operate in regulatory ambiguity. Many consider May 25 as an informal deadline for legislative action, after which lawmakers will shift focus to upcoming election campaigns. The bill aims to provide clear rules for digital assets but failing to pass means the SEC (SEC) may continue its "enforcement-based regulation" strategy. For investors, this means ongoing regulatory risks for U.S. exchanges, token projects, and DeFi protocols, which could hinder institutional adoption and domestic innovation until greater legal clarity is achieved.
Weekly Net Inflows of Bitcoin ETF Reach $824 Million
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded positive capital inflows for the fourth consecutive week, with total net inflows reaching $824 million. This sustained demand from traditional finance highlights ongoing institutional interest in Bitcoin exposure. BlackRock’s IBIT is the leading fund, attracting $733 million in new net assets, while outflows from Grayscale’s GBTC slowed to just $59 million this week. The inflows into new ETFs far exceeded the waning sell pressure from GBTC, a bullish sign indicating that new capital entering the market is creating strong buy support layers for Bitcoin’s price. The total assets under management for all spot Bitcoin ETFs now exceed $102 billion.
Western Union to Launch Solana-Based Stablecoin for B2B Settlements
Traditional payments company Western Union will launch its Solana-based stablecoin USDPT next month, initially targeting its agent network as a more efficient alternative to SWIFT settlements. The consumer-facing “Stable Card” program will be released later, marking a significant validation of blockchain technology for traditional financial infrastructure.
Major Cryptocurrency Theft Convict Sentenced to 70 Months in Prison
A 22-year-old member of a criminal group that stole $263 million in cryptocurrency has been sentenced to 70 months in prison, demonstrating ongoing law enforcement success in prosecuting digital asset crimes. The case highlights the increasing effectiveness of on-chain analysis in tracking illicit funds.
Coinbase Positions as the Only Full-Service Major Broker in Cryptocurrency Space
Coinbase is consolidating its position as the industry’s only comprehensive major broker, offering a full suite of services for institutional clients, including trading, custody, financing, and staking. This strategy aims to reinforce its dominance in the institutional market through a single integrated platform.
Litecoin Network Experiences Reorganization Attack
After attackers exploited a known vulnerability not yet adopted by all mining pools, the Litecoin network experienced a reorganization of 13 blocks. This incident underscores the inherent security risks during the staggered upgrade process of decentralized proof-of-work networks.
Ethereum Foundation Cancels Nearly $49 Million in ETH Staking
On-chain data shows that the Ethereum Foundation has initiated the process to cancel approximately $48.9 million worth of staked ETH. Once the unstaking period ends, this will increase the available ETH liquidity in the market.