North Korea has dismissed accusations linking it to recent global cryptocurrency hacking incidents. According to NS3.AI, estimates suggest that North Korean hackers have stolen over $6 billion since 2017. A spokesperson from the Foreign Ministry stated to KCNA that these allegations are false and constitute absurd slander aimed at political objectives.

A CoinDesk-commissioned survey of 1,000 registered U.S. voters revealed that only 1% of respondents listed cryptocurrency as the most important issue in the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, ranking it near the bottom of all concerns. In contrast, the cost of living (36%), jobs and the economy (13%), and Social Security and Medicare (11%) were the top concerns for voters. Despite cryptocurrency not being a core election issue, approximately 40% of respondents still indicated a greater willingness to vote for candidates who share their crypto views, demonstrating the growing influence of digital assets in U.S. politics. The survey also showed that U.S. voters generally hold a negative view of cryptocurrency, with only 27% of respondents saying they have invested in, traded, or used cryptocurrency, and another 27% saying they might participate in the future. Approximately 47% of respondents believed the Republican Party was more favorable towards cryptocurrency, while only 14% believed the Democratic Party was more supportive of the crypto industry; however, regarding which party they trusted more to manage crypto affairs, the Democratic Party's 27% slightly exceeded the Republican Party's 25%, while 40% expressed distrust of both parties. (CoinDesk)

Phi, a blockchain identity project, will cease operations on May 25, according to Foresight News. Services such as phi.box will be discontinued, but the PHI token will remain available for trading on Aerodrome. Earlier this year, Phi undertook significant layoffs in January to reduce costs and seek a sustainable path forward. In the following months, the team explored various possibilities, including transitioning into prediction markets or the artificial intelligence sector. However, the project's funding is no longer sufficient to sustain operations.

Barclays has updated its forecast regarding the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy for 2026. According to NS3.AI, the financial institution now anticipates that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rates throughout the year, contrary to its previous prediction of rate easing. This adjustment reflects Barclays' reassessment of economic conditions and monetary policy expectations.

South Korea's KOSPI index closed up 338.12 points, or 5.12%, at 6936.99 on Monday, May 4, a record high. SK Hynix shares closed up 12.5%, also a record closing price. (Jinshi)

Nobitex, Iran’s dominant cryptocurrency platform, has been thrust into the spotlight after a Reuters investigation revealed it was founded by individuals linked to one of the country’s most powerful political families—raising fresh questions about the intersection of crypto infrastructure and state influence.

European Central Bank Governing Council member François Villeroy de Galhau has stated that inflation is expected to decrease to 2% by 2027. According to Jin10, Villeroy emphasized the importance of maintaining a steady approach to monetary policy to achieve this target. He noted that the ECB is committed to ensuring price stability in the medium term, which is crucial for economic growth and stability in the eurozone. Villeroy's comments come amid ongoing discussions about the ECB's strategies to manage inflation and support the economy.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to expand its trading options on Binance Futures by introducing new perpetual contracts. These contracts will be available starting 2026-05-06, with specific launch times for each. The AMDUSDT Perpetual Contract will go live at 13:30 (UTC), followed by the QCOMUSDT Perpetual Contract at 13:35 (UTC), and the USARUSDT Perpetual Contract at 13:40 (UTC). Each contract offers up to 10x leverage, providing traders with enhanced opportunities to engage with the market. The perpetual contracts will track the prices of their respective underlying equities: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMD), QUALCOMM Incorporated (Nasdaq: QCOM), and USA Rare Earth, Inc. (Nasdaq: USAR). Settlement for these contracts will be in USDT, with a tick size of 0.01 and a minimum trade amount of 0.01 for each equity. The minimum notional value is set at 5 USDT, and the capped funding rate is +2.00% / -2.00%, with funding fees settled every eight hours. Notably, the interest rate of the funding rate is 0%, and trading will be available 24/7. Binance has highlighted that these contracts are exempt from certain adjustment rules, specifically the 8.1 Adjustment of Funding Interval. The funding interval will remain at every eight hours, even if the funding rate reaches its cap or floor. Additionally, Binance may adjust contract specifications based on market risk conditions, affecting aspects such as funding fees, tick size, and leverage. The Multi-Assets Mode is supported, allowing users to trade across multiple margin assets, including BTC. Users are advised to refer to this notice for the most accurate information regarding these contracts.

According to the official announcement, Binance Futures will launch AMDUSDT, QCOMUSDT, and USARUSDT U-margined perpetual contracts: May 6, 2026, 21:30 (UTC+8): AMDUSDT perpetual contract, with a maximum leverage of 10x; May 6, 2026, 21:35 (UTC+8): QCOMUSDT perpetual contract, with a maximum leverage of 10x; May 6, 2026, 21:40 (UTC+8): USARUSDT perpetual contract, with a maximum leverage of 10x.

Capital B, a Bitcoin treasury company, has announced the completion of a €1.1 million financing round through the issuance of warrants. According to Odaily, Adam Back participated in the subscription. Additionally, the terms of the B-04 convertible bonds held by Adam Back have been adjusted, with the conversion price of the OCA B-04 convertible bonds reduced from €5.174 to €2.59 per share.

Iranian media reported on the 4th that a senior official from the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces issued a warning to foreign military forces. According to Odaily, the official specifically cautioned against any aggressive actions by U.S. military forces, stating that any attempt to approach or enter the Strait of Hormuz would be met with force.

Russia is planning to charge about $2 per gigabyte for international internet use, a move that would make VPN use much more expensive for everyday users. It is also raising licence fees for small internet providers and expanding surveillance systems, which could force most smaller firms out and increase state control over the internet.

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GameStop has made an unsolicited $56 billion bid to acquire eBay, offering $125 per share and building a 5 per cent stake in the company. CEO Ryan Cohen said he is ready to take the offer directly to shareholders if eBay rejects it, backed by planned debt financing and potential investor support.

Jinse Finance launches its cryptocurrency and blockchain industry daily news report, "Jinse at 8 AM," issue 3046, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.

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