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Tokenization push could pull trillions of dollars into DeFi, StanChart says
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CoinDeskMay 18, 2026

Tokenization push could pull trillions of dollars into DeFi, StanChart says

Tokenization push could pull trillions of dollars into DeFi, StanChart says.

Standard Chartered projects $4T in tokenized assets by end-2028, with DeFi protocols primary beneficiaries
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The BlockMay 18, 2026

Standard Chartered projects $4T in tokenized assets by end-2028, with DeFi protocols primary beneficiaries

Standard Chartered projects $4 trillion in tokenized assets by the end of 2028, with DeFi protocols positioned to benefit most.

AEON raises $8 million led by YZi Labs to build settlement layer for AI agents
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The BlockMay 18, 2026

AEON raises $8 million led by YZi Labs to build settlement layer for AI agents

With the new funding, AEON said it aims to build a settlement layer designed to support AI agent-to-agent interactions.

AFX launches sovereign Layer 1, providing an optimized execution environment for on-chain perp DEXes
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CoinTelegraphMay 18, 2026

AFX launches sovereign Layer 1, providing an optimized execution environment for on-chain perp DEXes

AFX, a sovereign Layer 1 purpose-built for decentralized derivatives trading, has officially commenced the operation of its L1 Mainnet, signaling a definit.

Verus Ethereum bridge reportedly exploited for $11.6M in latest DeFi attack
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CoinTelegraphMay 18, 2026

Verus Ethereum bridge reportedly exploited for $11.6M in latest DeFi attack

Two security companies have flagged the address where the stolen funds are allegedly being held, showing the cryptocurrencies have been converted into 5,40.

Aave restores ether borrowing limits after $230 million exploit
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CoinDeskMay 18, 2026

Aave restores ether borrowing limits after $230 million exploit

Aave restores ether borrowing limits after $230 million exploit.

Surging oil prices have been driving Ether selling pressure: Tom Lee
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CoinTelegraphMay 18, 2026

Surging oil prices have been driving Ether selling pressure: Tom Lee

Fundstrat's Tom Lee pointed out an inverse correlation between crude and Ether as oil surged back to around $110 on Monday.

WETH markets return to normal operations on Aave amid rsETH recovery progress
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CoinTelegraphMay 18, 2026

WETH markets return to normal operations on Aave amid rsETH recovery progress

Aave applied a temporary freeze to WETH as a precautionary safety measure in response to the Kelp DAO exploit, alongside freezes on the rsETH and wrsETH re.

What Is Arc? The Stablecoin Blockchain From USDC Issuer Circle
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DecryptMay 17, 2026

What Is Arc? The Stablecoin Blockchain From USDC Issuer Circle

Arc is a new layer-1 blockchain developed by USDC issuer Circle, designed specifically for stablecoin-native finance.

HYPE ETFs set 2026 altcoin debut record, but inflow test comes next
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CryptoSlateMay 17, 2026

HYPE ETFs set 2026 altcoin debut record, but inflow test comes next

HYPE just delivered the strongest altcoin ETF launch of 2026 by trading volume. The next test is whether that activity turns into sustained investor inflow.

CLARITY Act is not law yet, but the markup is a major retail adoption trust catalyst
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CryptoSlateMay 17, 2026

CLARITY Act is not law yet, but the markup is a major retail adoption trust catalyst

The Senate Banking Committee advanced the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act by a 15-9 vote, and the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) says the vote'.

Italy’s largest bank more than doubles crypto holdings to $235M in Q1: Report
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CoinTelegraphMay 17, 2026

Italy’s largest bank more than doubles crypto holdings to $235M in Q1: Report

Intesa Sanpaolo grew its crypto holdings from $100 million to $235 million in Q1 2026, making first-time moves into Ethereum and XRP while nearly exiting S.

A major bank just moved its stablecoin strategy into Wall Street’s hidden financing machine
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CryptoSlateMay 17, 2026

A major bank just moved its stablecoin strategy into Wall Street’s hidden financing machine

Societe Generale plans to bring SG-FORGE's EUR CoinVertible and USD CoinVertible to Canton Network as part of a push into collateral, repo financing, and s.

Justin Sun-Led Liberland Micronation Awards Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Its Top Honor
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DecryptMay 16, 2026

Justin Sun-Led Liberland Micronation Awards Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Its Top Honor

The micronation honored Vitalik Buterin during ETH Prague 2026 as it continued promoting blockchain-based governance and digital citizenship.

The $293 million KelpDAO hack shows why DeFi is finally being forced to grow up
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CoinDeskMay 16, 2026

The $293 million KelpDAO hack shows why DeFi is finally being forced to grow up

The $293 million KelpDAO hack shows why DeFi is finally being forced to grow up.

Sharplink CEO points out 3 catalysts for Ethereum's price to surge higher
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CoinTelegraphMay 16, 2026

Sharplink CEO points out 3 catalysts for Ethereum's price to surge higher

The rest of the world is “really closely” watching the US CLARITY Act as the nation moves further away from the previous “hostile stance,” according to Sha.

Solayer launches Visa-compatible card for USDC payments
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CoinTelegraphMay 15, 2026

Solayer launches Visa-compatible card for USDC payments

The new card lets users spend USDC balances through online, in-store and contactless transactions while accessing ATM withdrawals in supported regions.

Tether Billionaire Enters UK's Richest People List Amid Farage Gift Inquiry
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DecryptMay 15, 2026

Tether Billionaire Enters UK's Richest People List Amid Farage Gift Inquiry

Christopher Harborne’s Rich List debut comes as Reform UK's Nigel Farage faces scrutiny over a $6.7 million gift from the Tether investor.

Lombard joins LayerZero exodus as $4 billion in assets switch to Chainlink's bridge
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CoinDeskMay 15, 2026

Lombard joins LayerZero exodus as $4 billion in assets switch to Chainlink's bridge

Lombard joins LayerZero exodus as $4 billion in assets switch to Chainlink's bridge.

Ethereum analysts see ‘downside risks’ as bears eye 20% ETH price drop
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CoinTelegraphMay 15, 2026

Ethereum analysts see ‘downside risks’ as bears eye 20% ETH price drop

Ethereum analysts said that increasing supply on exchanges and declining ETF demand put ETH at risk of another leg down to $1,700.

Crypto’s CLARITY Act faces partisan fight over ethics on Senate floor
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CoinTelegraphMay 15, 2026

Crypto’s CLARITY Act faces partisan fight over ethics on Senate floor

While Senator Tim Scott touted yesterday’s markup as bipartisan, just two Democratic senators supported the bill, and no Democratic amendments were adopted.

Crypto market structure bill clears key hurdle as ethics debate looms over floor vote
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CoinDeskMay 15, 2026

Crypto market structure bill clears key hurdle as ethics debate looms over floor vote

Crypto market structure bill clears key hurdle as ethics debate looms over floor vote.

Trump family trust bought Coinbase and these crypto-related stocks in Q1, ethics filing shows
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CryptoSlateMay 15, 2026

Trump family trust bought Coinbase and these crypto-related stocks in Q1, ethics filing shows

US President Donald Trump's family trust executed hundreds of millions of dollars in financial transactions during the first quarter of 2026, including the.

THORChain’s RUNE Token Plunges Double Digits After $10M Exploit, Trading Halt
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DecryptMay 15, 2026

THORChain’s RUNE Token Plunges Double Digits After $10M Exploit, Trading Halt

The liquidity protocol halted operations after blockchain researchers identified a suspected $10 million breach across multiple networks.

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