Today's Highlights
1. LIVE AMA Session on OpenVPP's Internet of Energy
2. SUI Validator Commission Increases to 10% Effective May 20
3. NVIDIA Earnings Report After Market Close on May 20
4. OneBullEx Hosts Blockchain Event in Brazil on May 20
5. Bitcoin Pizza Week Event at Universidade de São Paulo
Macro News
SUI Validator Commission Increases to 10%
SUI validator commission will increase from 8% to 10% starting May 20, 2026. Delegators are informed that this change will not affect the non-custodial nature of delegations, and protocol rewards will continue to accrue as per network rules.
Bitcoin Falls Below $77,000 Amid Market Volatility
Bitcoin dropped below $77,000 as liquidity shifts to bond and IPO markets. The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield hit a 2007 high of 5.12%, and the SpaceX pre-IPO contract on Hyperliquid saw $40 million in trading on its first day.
U.S. Spot BTC ETFs See $649M Net Outflow
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a $649 million net outflow on May 18, the highest in two months. IBIT led the outflow with $448 million, followed by ARKB with $110 million.
Trump Reflects on Intel Investment Worth Over $500B
Former U.S. President Donald Trump expressed regret over holding only a 9.9% stake in Intel, which is now valued at over $500 billion. He mentioned he had sought a 10% stake and believes the investment could have been larger.
SEC Rescinds 50-Year Gag Rule on Enforcement Settlements
The SEC has rescinded a 50-year-old gag rule that prevented enforcement settlements from disclosing details of violations. This move enhances transparency and allows more public information on enforcement actions.
Industry Hotspots
Uniswap v4 Launched on Ethereum Mainnet
Uniswap v4 has officially launched on Ethereum mainnet, introducing new Hooks functionality and a singleton contract design. These updates are expected to significantly reduce gas fees and improve smart contract efficiency.
Zcash Surges 60% Amid Bear Market
Zcash (ZEC) has surged by approximately 60% over the last 30 days, outperforming Bitcoin and Solana, which have seen more modest gains. The move highlights Zcash's potential as a catalyst for market recovery before the end of May.
Solana Whale Sells $2.56M Worth of SOL
A Solana whale sold 30,000 SOL worth $2.56 million after holding the asset for over five years. This marks the latest in a series of sales by the whale, who has already sold over 965,000 SOL since 2021.
Rathnakishore Giri Sentenced to 9 Years for $10M Crypto Ponzi Scheme
Rathnakishore Giri was sentenced to nine years in prison for running a $10 million Bitcoin derivatives Ponzi scheme. The case underscores the need for due diligence in the crypto space and highlights the prevalence of fraudulent schemes.
Whales Increase BTC Purchases Amid Dip
Large Bitcoin holders with over 100 BTC are increasing their purchases during the recent dip. This activity suggests confidence in Bitcoin's long-term value and may indicate a potential support level amid ongoing volatility.
KOL and Institutions
@btcvaluenow
Bitcoin market price: $76,705.35. 1h: -0.65%. 24h: -0.22%. Updated on 2026-05-19 01:29 UTC.
@impandoratech
Global market cap: $2,806.229 billion. BTC market cap: $1,528.533 billion (54.47%). BTC price: $77,000 (-0.63%).
@cwtony89
Top 10 by Market Cap — 24h Change: BTC -1.70%, ETH -2.51%, BNB -1.78%, XRP -1.94%, SOL -1.52%, TRX -0.16%, FIGR_HELOC 2.19%, DOGE -5.50%, WBT -1.52%, HYPE 0.72%.
@ZEbanistas
Cryptocurrency Prices (in USD): BNB $644.25, BTC $77,068.00, ETH $2,131.01, XRP $1.39, SOL $85.46. BTC is recommended for its stability and widespread adoption in the crypto market.
@SteveUrkelDude
Markets showed mixed performance with dips and potential breakouts. Opportunities exist for day traders and investors. Success requires hard work and preparation in navigating daily market fluctuations.
This content is generated by AI for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, financial, or trading advice.