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US PPI Shocker Hits 6% in April 2026, Crushing Fed Rate Cut Hopes

Bond traders priced in renewed Fed rate hike risks, and Goldman Sachs recently pushed back its next-cut forecast to December 2026.　　Equity futures sold off on the print. The dollar firmed against major peers as widening rate differentials supported the greenback.　　“Both CPI and PPI Inflation are now officially at 3+ year highs. Odds of rate HIKES are rising,” stated analysts at the Kobeissi Letter.　　Whether Federal Reserve officials now signal a hawkish pivot will set the tone for risk assets in coming sessions. A sustained rebound in producer costs could push consumer inflation higher into the second half of 2026.　　The post US PPI Shocker Hits 6% in April 2026, Crushing Fed Rate Cut Hopes appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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FalconX Brings Tokenized Credit Vaults to Monad Network

Tech　　FalconX Brings Tokenized Credit Vaults to Monad Network　　FalconX has expanded its tokenized structured credit facility to the Monad network, allowing institutional credit vault deposits to be used as collateral in decentralized finance protocols such as Morpho.　　Tokenization takes traditional credit facilities and represents them as digital tokens on a blockchain. In this case, the facility packages loans originated through FalconXs lending business into tokenized credit products accessible through Pareto vaults curated by M11 Credit.　　RWA.xyz data shows real-world assets issued onchain have grown to more than $31 billion, including Treasurys, credit products and other financial assets. Credit-related assets alone account for more than $5 billion in distributed value across blockchain networks.　　The FalconX deployment adds support for using AA_FalconXUSDC vault tokens in onchain lending markets, enabling investors to borrow against institutional credit exposure while maintaining yield-bearing positions. Data from RWA.xyz shows FalconX Credit Vault currently holds about $127 million in distributed value.　　According to an announcement shared with Cointelegraph, the system also includes automated margin controls, real-time collateral monitoring and onchain settlement features.　　Monad Foundation director of marketing Nathan Cha told Cointelegraph that the broader opportunity for tokenized credit products lies in their composability across DeFi markets, allowing institutional assets to be reused across lending,

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PANW analysis: Elliott Wave forecasting bullish sequence above $300

The weekly chart above displays a robust impulse wave sequence originating from the June 2013 low. Following this, wave I concluded at the July 2015 high. Subsequently, a 7-swing correction characterized wave II, concluding in March 2017. Beginning from the March 2017 low, wave III initiated and completed a clear impulse wave sequence, with its 5th wave structured as an ending diagonal. Wave III peaked in October 2025, establishing a record high for the stock, with a highly probable breach anticipated soon. The subsequent wave IV pullback seems shallow; however, the ensuing resurgence suggests the price is currently within wave V.　　At the end of wave V, the stock will complete the impulse cycle from June 2013 in wave (I), which will then be followed by a deep correction in (II). The Elliott Wave analysis suggests a near-exhausted move, something long-term investors should be aware of. In the coming months, buyers could start exiting positions and taking profits, potentially leading to a significant pullback. However, wave V appears to be still in its early stages. We can currently confirm the emergence of wave ((1)) of I, which seems to be in the 3rd wave.　　We anticipate wave ((1)) to break to a

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Chainlink active addresses reach 8-month high as DeFi protocols migrate $700M in assets

Tech　　Chainlink active addresses reach 8-month high as DeFi protocols migrate $700M in assets　　Chainlink just recorded its busiest stretch in eight months, driven by a sharp rise in on-chain activity following major infrastructure migrations into its cross-chain ecosystem.　　On May 9, the network recorded 282,170 unique active LINK addresses, followed by 264,090 on May 10, the highest level since September 2025, according to Santiment data.　　???? ChainLink just recorded its two highest address activity days in 8 months. On May 9th, 282,170 unique LINK addresses were active on the network, followed by 264,090 on May 10th. The network hasnt seen these levels since September, 2025. When a metric like this erupts this… pic.twitter.com/qgQiiDI7EY　　— Santiment Intelligence (@SantimentData) May 11, 2026　　The spike came shortly after Solv Protocol announced plans to migrate more than $700 million in tokenized Bitcoin assets, including SolvBTC and xSolvBTC, from LayerZero infrastructure to Chainlinks Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) after conducting a security review following the April Kelp DAO exploit.　　Kelp DAO also announced plans to migrate its rsETH infrastructure to Chainlink‘s CCIP. These moves represent a major shift of institutional-scale DeFi infrastructure toward Chainlink’s cross-chain ecosystem and likely contributed to the surge in network activity and smart contract interactions.　　The rise in address

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Japans Metaplanet Posts $725M Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Stack Reaches 40,177 BTC – Bitcoin News

Bitcoin　　Japans Metaplanet Posts $725M Q1 Loss as Bitcoin Stack Reaches 40,177 BTC – Bitcoin News　　The company announced that its total holdings reached 40,177 as of March 31, 2026. This milestone solidifies Metaplanets standing as the leading publicly traded treasury outside of the U.S. markets. During the three-month period ending March 31, the company aggressively utilized capital markets to stack sats, conducting third-party allotments in February and March that generated over ¥53,038 million ($336.11 million) in total proceeds.　　Despite the growth in its underlying assets, the companys bottom line took a significant hit due to accounting requirements. Metaplanet reported a quarterly net loss of ¥114,493 million ($725.56 million). Company officials noted that the loss was primarily driven by non-operating expenses related to non-cash valuation losses of ¥116,356 million ($737.36 million) as market prices corrected during the quarter.　　Operating results told a different story, reflecting the success of the companys new revenue streams. Net sales jumped 251.1% year-on-year to ¥3,080 million ($19.52 million). This growth was fueled by the Income Generation business, which leverages the treasury to earn option premiums. Operating profit followed suit, climbing 282.5% to ¥2,267 million ($14.37 million).　　CEO Simon Gerovich highlighted the firms commitment to its “ Standard,” which was first

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Bitcoin price just lost $80k because US PPI hit 6% matching 2022 levels, stoking inflation fears

Bitcoin　　Bitcoin price just lost $80k because US PPI hit 6% matching 2022 levels, stoking inflation fears　　Bitcoin just fell below $80,000 as a hotter-than-expected US inflation print pushed crypto and equities lower.　　Bitcoin price feels hot inflation impact　　BTC price slipped from the low $81,000 area into $79,706, with the session low marked near $79,557. The break turned $80,000 from a round-number reference into the first tactical line for intraday structure.　　Bitcoin price decline alongside rising US Treasury yields, oil prices, and US dollar index　　The move followed the April US Producer Price Index. Final demand PPI rose 1.4% month over month, far above the 0.5% consensus and the prior 0.7% reading.　　The annual rate accelerated to 6.0% from 4.3%, above the 4.9% consensus. Core PPI rose 1.0% month over month against expectations for 0.3%, while core PPI year over year moved to 5.2% from 4.0%.　　Trading Economics data also shows the narrower measure excluding food, energy, and trade services also firmed, rising 0.6% month over month and 4.4% year over year.　　PPI data (source: Tradingeconomics)　　The PPI surprise followed yesterdays CPI report, in which headline consumer inflation accelerated to 4.8% year over year from the prior 3.3% reading, above expectations of 4.5%.　　Bitcoin was waiting for cuts. Hot CPI

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‘Ahsoka’ Season 1 And 2’s Revealed Release Date Gap Is Totally Absurd

While many shows are vocally trying, and occasionally succeeding, to get release date gaps shorter between seasons, over in Disney Plus Star Wars land, they are not even remotely close when it comes to Dave Filonis .　　Per Disney upfronts, its been revealed that has been pushed to “early 2027,” which will make this likely at least a 3.5-year gap, if not closer to 4, depending on what “early” means, or if early even happens at all. Filming of season 2 wrapped in October 2025, meaning that post-production is going to be at least a year-and-a-half, which is frankly ridiculous, even for a show.　　At upfronts, new footage was shown from the upcoming season, including more of Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin Skywalker, as he did in flashbacks/dream sequences in season 1. is the manifestation of Dave Filoni bringing a lot of his characters to life in live-action, though fans aren‘t wild about it, giving it an almost-rotten 64% Rotten Tomatoes score. Critics gave it a higher 86%, but that’s the sixth-highest Disney Plus Star Wars series behind and　　Why is taking so long？ Outside of the usual “some big shows just take forever in 2026” issue that plagues large chunks of the

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JPMorgan Files JLTXX Tokenized Treasury Fund on Ethereum

JPMorgan filed JLTXX, a tokenized money market fund backed by U.S. Treasuries on Ethereum.Ethereum gained further institutional attention as firms expanded tokenized Treasury activity.IMF warned that tokenized markets may face legal and settlement risks during stress conditions.　　JPMorgan expanded its blockchain-based finance operations after filing for a new tokenized money market fund intended to support stablecoin reserve management under the proposed GENIUS Act framework. The filing also added to growing institutional activity linking stablecoin liquidity with tokenized U.S. Treasury products on Ethereum.　　The banks asset management division submitted paperwork for the JPMorgan OnChain Liquidity-Token Money Market Fund, which will trade under the ticker JLTXX. According to the filing, the fund will issue digital tokens on the Ethereum blockchain that represent ownership in a portfolio backed by U.S. Treasuries and repurchase agreements. The filing stated that the underlying assets will remain with a traditional custodian.　　JPMorgan reported that investors will be able to hold the tokens in digital wallets, transfer them between participants, or use them as collateral in crypto-related markets. Settlement times are also expected to occur within minutes, rather than the standard one-to-two-day process used in traditional fund structures.　　Ethereum Continues Attracting Tokenized Treasury Activity　　The JLTXX filing follows JPMorgans earlier blockchain-linked investment product,

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Ethereum L2s Successfully Deploy NIST-Standard Security

On May 12, 2026, the leading Ethereum Layer-2 networks, including Optimism, Arbitrum, and Base, announced the successful completion of the “Quantum Shield” upgrade. 　　This coordinated hard fork marks the first large-scale deployment of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) standards, specifically integrating the NIST-approved ML-KEM (Kyber) and ML-DSA (Dilithium) algorithms into their rollup architectures.　　This move was accelerated following the “April Scare,” when a state-sponsored quantum research group in East Asia demonstrated a record-breaking number of stable qubits, theoretically capable of cracking the ECDSA (Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm) that has secured most blockchains for over a decade. The upgrade allows users to migrate their assets to “Quantum-Safe Accounts” that utilize lattice-based signatures, which are currently believed to be resistant to quantum-shors algorithm attacks.　　The transition wasnt without friction; gas fees on L2s spiked by 12% during the migration window due to the larger size of quantum-resistant signatures.　　However, the successful patch has restored institutional confidence. “The ledger is only as good as its longevity,” noted a lead researcher at the Ethereum Foundation.　　By patching the “Quantum Hole” now, the industry is ensuring that the trillions of dollars in tokenized real-world assets (RWAs) currently being moved on-chain will remain secure well into the 2030s.

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Solana price climbs toward overbought zone, can buyers push past $100?

However, the broader structure still appears constructive as SOL continues trading above the strong pivot reversal zone near $93.75 while remaining well above the key long-term support area around $75, where buyers previously stepped in aggressively during earlier corrections.　　A look at the Aroon indicator also reinforces the bullish outlook. Notably, the Aroon Up indicator currently stands above 85% while the Aroon Down remains near 0%, signaling that bullish momentum continues dominating the short-term trend.　　Meanwhile, Solana is now approaching the 7/8 Murrey Math resistance level near $96.88, which is often considered a weak resistance and potential reversal zone. A successful breakout above that level could strengthen bullish momentum and potentially open the door for a move toward the psychological $100 mark, followed by the $103 and $106 resistance zones.　　Still, momentum appears to be gradually approaching overbought territory after SOLs sharp rebound over the past several weeks. Failure to hold above the $93–$94 region could weaken the bullish structure and potentially trigger a temporary pullback toward the $90 support zone before another breakout attempt emerges.　　For now, traders remain focused on whether Solana can establish a decisive move above $100, which could significantly strengthen the broader bullish structure heading into the second half

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