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Nvidia spent $18.6 billion on venture investments in 3 months. Where does the cash trail go?
A rapidly growing asset class on Nvidia’s balance sheet reveals how deeply tethered its future is to the financial health of its partners
Nvidia made one of the biggest buyback announcements ever. It may not be enough.
There’s confidence in the business, but some analysts want to see it go higher.
XRP adds 4,300 new wallets in 24 hours, but why is price stuck?
XRP Ledger activity surges with 4,300 new wallets created in 24 hours, but strong resistance keeps XRP price capped.
BJ’s Wholesale’s earnings show that cheap gas matters for people
Consumers are increasingly feeling the pressure of stubbornly high inflation, particularly as the continuation of the Iran war has kept oil and gas prices at historically high levels.
A ‘toxic cocktail’ is now threatening stocks, and the S&P 500 could drop 15%, according to this hedge fund
Zweig-DiMenna’s proprietary model tells them inflation will be rising in the next 3-6 months and bond yields have not risen sufficiently to compensate investors for that
Polymarket seeks Japan entry despite gambling law hurdles: Report
Polymarket is reportedly seeking entry into Japan amid falling trading volumes and rising regulatory scrutiny, targeting approval by 2030.
Polymarket team says user funds safe as exploit losses climb above $600K
<p style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 15px; width:240px;"><img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy1pbWFnZXMuY3RtZWRpYS5pby9tZWRpYS9hcnRpY2xlLWNvdmVycy9oaS1sZWRnZXIzMy5qcGc=.jpg" alt="Polymarket team says user funds safe as exploit losses climb above $600K" class="type:primaryImage"></p><p>Polymarket said user funds and market resolution were safe after a suspected private key compromise tied to top-up operations.</p>
Verus bridge exploiter returns $8.5M after bounty offer
<p style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 15px; width:240px;"><img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy1pbWFnZXMuY3RtZWRpYS5pby9tZWRpYS9hcnRpY2xlLWNvdmVycy9wYXNzd29yZC1mcmF1ZC1oYWNrZXItc2NhbTMuanBn.jpg" alt="Verus bridge exploiter returns $8.5M after bounty offer" class="type:primaryImage"></p><p>The hacker behind the Verus bridge exploit returned 75% of the stolen funds as part of a recovery deal negotiated with the protocol days after the incident.</p>
Bitcoin price record 90-day uptrend 'resembles bull market rally:' New analysis
Bitcoin rallied for 90 days after its dip below $60,000, breaking the record for the longest uptrend within a bear market in BTC price history.
Tokenized stocks risk liquidity and revenue fragmentation: Research
<p style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 15px; width:240px;"><img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy1pbWFnZXMuY3RtZWRpYS5pby9tZWRpYS9hcnRpY2xlLWNvdmVycy9kaWdpdGFsLWJvbmRzLW9uLWJsb2NrY2hhaW4tMi5qcGc=.jpg" alt="Tokenized stocks risk liquidity and revenue fragmentation: Research" class="type:primaryImage"></p><p>TradFi views the breakup of its previously consolidated, centralized liquidity as a “serious structural threat,” said Tiger Research director Ryan Yoon.</p>
Galaxy’s Novogratz speaks in court over failed $1.2B BitGo deal: Report
<p style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 15px; width:240px;"><img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy1pbWFnZXMuY3RtZWRpYS5pby9tZWRpYS9hcnRpY2xlLWNvdmVycy9xdW8tbWlrZS1ub3ZvZ3JhdHoyLmpwZw==.jpg" alt="Galaxy’s Novogratz speaks in court over failed $1.2B BitGo deal: Report" class="type:primaryImage"></p><p>Galaxy Digital’s Mike Novogratz reportedly told a court the SEC made it “very difficult” to complete a planned 2021 merger with BitGo.</p>
SEC's Peirce tempers expectations over tokenized stocks exemption
An executive at tokenization platforms Superstate said the stricter approach suggested by Hester Peirce would enable DeFi to expand without compromising rules in traditional capital markets.
Coinbase premium hits monthly low as institutional selling pressure mounts
Uncertainty surrounding the current macro environment “appears to be pushing institutions toward hedging strategies while waiting for greater clarity,” said analyst Darkfost.
Accused attackers of Sandbox exec’s wife tried to flee via Uber
CertiK reported earlier this month that criminal wrench attack teams usually consist of three to five people and are often made up of amateurs, while the masterminds are outside the country.
US lawmakers renew strategic Bitcoin reserve push with ARMA bill
<p style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 15px; width:240px;"><img src="https://images.cointelegraph.com/images/528_aHR0cHM6Ly9zMy1pbWFnZXMuY3RtZWRpYS5pby9tZWRpYS9hcnRpY2xlLWNvdmVycy9oaS1uZXctdXMtY2hpZWYtb2Ytc3RhZmYtc3VwcG9ydHMtYml0Y29pbjEuanBn.jpg" alt="US lawmakers renew strategic Bitcoin reserve push with ARMA bill" class="type:primaryImage"></p><p>Under the American Reserve Modernization Act of 2026, Bitcoin must be held for a minimum of 20 years unless used to slash national debt.</p>
5 crypto firms wind down this week amid ongoing market slump
Fantasy.top, Everclear and ZERO Network announced they were winding down on Thursday, adding to a growing list of crypto companies that have closed this year.
‘Buffett Indicator’ warns of a market top — 8 crucial signs that stocks are running on fumes
From a grotesque 230% valuation gap to a ticking energy crisis, this unstoppable market is more fragile than it looks.
Bitcoin liquidity balance hints at developing rally toward $80K
Data show Bitcoin futures traders are pursuing overhead short positions, raising the chance of a rally to $80,000.
Stocks tread water — but a wave of volatility is building
S&P 500 analysis shows technical sell signals are flashing despite Nvidia earnings hype.