<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <rss version="2.0"> <channel> <title>Bitcoin Today - Bitcoin News Curated and Powered by AI</title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app</link> <description>Get daily updates on Bitcoin's price, market trends, analysis, and breaking news curated and powered by AI - all digestible in minutes. Make BitcoinToday.app your one-stop shop for staying informed in the fast-paced world of Bitcoin.</description> <lastBuildDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:28:30 GMT</lastBuildDate> <docs>https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html</docs> <generator>https://github.com/jpmonette/feed</generator> <language>en</language> <image> <title>Bitcoin Today - Bitcoin News Curated and Powered by AI</title> <url>https://www.bitcointoday.app/images/logo-512.png</url> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app</link> </image> <copyright>All rights reserved 2024, BitcoinToday.app</copyright> <category>Bitcoin News</category> <item> <title><![CDATA[Charles Schwab Launches Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading for Select Retail Clients]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/charles-schwab-launches-spot-bitcoin-and-ethereum-trading-for-select-retail-clients</link> <guid>charles-schwab-launches-spot-bitcoin-and-ethereum-trading-for-select-retail-clients</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:01:26 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Charles Schwab has officially rolled out its cryptocurrency trading platform, **Schwab Crypto**, to a select group of retail clients. The firm announced on X that eligible investors can now trade **Bitcoin (BTC)** and **Ethereum (ETH)** directly on the platform, alongside other crypto-related investment products. This launch follows Schwab's announcement last month to introduce the crypto trading platform in phases. Previously, Schwab clients could only gain indirect exposure to crypto through ETFs and derivatives. Now, they can hold spot BTC and ETH directly. Schwab Crypto charges a **75-basis-point fee per trade**. The service is available in all U.S. states except New York and Louisiana, and not all clients may qualify. Clients maintain a separate crypto account, with **Charles Schwab Premier Bank** as custodian and **Paxos** handling trade execution and sub-custody. Charles Schwab reported $11.77 trillion in client assets and 39.1 million active brokerage accounts as of March 2026. In Q1 2026, the company posted adjusted net income of $2.6 billion, earnings per share of $1.43 (up 38% YoY), and revenue of $6.48 billion (up 16% YoY).]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>charlesschwab</category> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>ethereum</category> <category>cryptotrading</category> <category>institutionaladoption</category> <enclosure url="https://www.tbstat.com/wp/uploads/2021/03/20210303_Charles_Schwab_Bitcoin-1200x675.jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Bitcoin Breaks $82K as Institutional Inflows Surge; Sui Soars 25% on Staking and Partnership News]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/bitcoin-breaks-82k-as-institutional-inflows-surge-sui-soars-25-on-staking-and-partnership-news</link> <guid>bitcoin-breaks-82k-as-institutional-inflows-surge-sui-soars-25-on-staking-and-partnership-news</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:01:31 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Bitcoin briefly surged to reclaim $82,000 on Sunday following a weekend rally, while Sui saw a notable price increase driven by institutional developments. According to The Block's crypto price page, **bitcoin rose 1.4% to $81,700** as of 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, ET. Earlier in the day, the cryptocurrency rose above $82,200, the highest level since May 6. "Bitcoin hits $82,000 as **institutional inflows accelerate**, macro conditions improve, and persistent spot ETF demand continues to tighten supply," said Zeus Research Analyst Dominick John. "Meanwhile, progress on the Clarity Act is boosting long-term sentiment." Last week, spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds reported **$622.7 million in weekly net inflows**, continuing their streak to six consecutive weeks of total inflows, according to SoSoValue data. During the six weeks, the ETFs have attracted a net inflow of over **$3.4 billion**. Moreover, the U.S. Senate Banking Committee announced earlier that it will hold a markup hearing for the **Clarity Act on May 14**, advancing the much-anticipated bill that has been stuck in a legislative bottleneck for months. ### Easing Geopolitical Tensions Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have also eased, though uncertainty surrounding the U.S.-Iran conflict persists. "The current macro/geopolitical setup for crypto is cautiously supportive overall — easing Middle East tensions have helped reduce immediate risk-off spikes in oil and inflation fears, while broader liquidity and equity resilience provide a decent backdrop, though Fed policy uncertainty and sticky inflation remain watchpoints," Andri Fauzan Adziima, Research Lead at Bitrue Research Institute, told The Block. The U.S. and Iran have been discussing a potential extension to the ongoing ceasefire and possible end of war, though negotiations have so far remained deadlocked. On Sunday, President Donald Trump rejected the latest proposal from Iran, calling it "totally unacceptable." However, analysts said the current market momentum remains strong enough to drive the bitcoin price higher. "The momentum does appear strong enough to challenge a sustained hold above the $80,000-$82,000 zone in the near term, backed by institutional flows and technical breaks, but it will need continued buying to clear resistance cleanly — pullbacks to $78,000-$80,000 support remain a healthy risk," Adziima said. ### SUI Breakout Meanwhile, **Sui emerged as the clear outperformer** among altcoins today, surging 25% in the past 24 hours to $1.34, according to The Block's price data. The cryptocurrency's sharp rally was driven by multiple events surrounding the Layer 1 blockchain, according to analysts. Nasdaq-listed SUI Group Holdings (SUIG) recently announced that it is staking "substantially all of" the company's **108.7 million SUI holdings**. This removed a notable chunk of supply from the market, analysts noted. Earlier in the week, Nigeria-based fintech firm Paga also announced a partnership with Sui blockchain to launch tokenized assets for cross-border payments. Bitrue's Adziima added that **CME Group's recent launch of Sui crypto futures** attracted regulated interest from institutions. Additionally, Sui-based DeepBook launched its Predict feature on May 5, enabling onchain prediction markets, while Mysten Labs Co-founder and CPO Adeniyi Abiodun announced that the blockchain will launch **confidential transactions** later this year. "With confidential transactions and more ecosystem milestones ahead, Sui is quickly emerging as one of the strongest Layer-1 growth stories this cycle," Zeus Analyst John said.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>sui</category> <category>institutionalinflows</category> <category>clarityact</category> <category>cryptomarket</category> <enclosure url="https://www.tbstat.com/wp/uploads/2023/10/20231019_NewBitcoinCity_News4-1200x675.png" length="0" type="image/png"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Trump Family's Crypto Empire Faces $82M Loss as Bitcoin Slump Continues]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/trump-familys-crypto-empire-faces-82m-loss-as-bitcoin-slump-continues</link> <guid>trump-familys-crypto-empire-faces-82m-loss-as-bitcoin-slump-continues</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:01:22 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[## The Trumps' Bitcoin Bet Is Sour **Donald Trump** and his family have added billions to their net worth since Inauguration Day, largely from crypto projects. But recent losses highlight the risks. **Eric Trump’s American Bitcoin Corp** reported an **$82 million loss** in Q1 2026, following a similar loss at **Trump Media and Technology Group** (Truth Social), which has lost **$1.1 billion** since founding—mostly from bitcoin. ## The Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Both companies use a **bitcoin treasury strategy**: buy and hold bitcoin. It works only if bitcoin's price rises. After peaking at **$126,198** late last year, bitcoin fell to **$64,856** in February and has since rebounded to ~$80,000. The strategy was pioneered by **Michael Saylor** (Strategy), whose company's stock soared from $50 to $405 but has now crashed to $181, with a **$12.5 billion loss** in Q1. Saylor now plans to "actively manage" his bitcoin hoard. ## Potential Catalysts for Bitcoin Two government actions could boost bitcoin: - **CLARITY Act**: Aims to provide regulatory clarity for crypto. Passed the House and is headed to the Senate; Trump wants to sign by July 4. News of the House passage already pushed bitcoin above $80,000. - **US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve**: Trump ordered the government to accumulate bitcoin, similar to his companies. A "big announcement" is expected soon. ## Bottom Line If these efforts lift bitcoin's price, the **First Family's wealth** stands to benefit significantly.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>trump</category> <category>bitcoin</category> <category>cryptolosses</category> <category>bitcoinstrategy</category> <category>regulation</category> <enclosure url="https://www.motherjones.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/20260508TrumpBitcoin.jpg?w=1200&h=630&crop=1" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Solv Protocol Ditches LayerZero for Chainlink After $292M Hack: $700M in Tokenized Bitcoin Migrates]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/solv-protocol-ditches-layerzero-for-chainlink-after-292m-hack-700m-in-tokenized-bitcoin-migrates</link> <guid>solv-protocol-ditches-layerzero-for-chainlink-after-292m-hack-700m-in-tokenized-bitcoin-migrates</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:01:29 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Another major crypto project is leaving LayerZero behind. Solv Protocol, which manages over $700 million in tokenized Bitcoin, is migrating its cross-chain infrastructure to **Chainlink CCIP** following a devastating $292 million exploit linked to LayerZero's bridge technology. ## Why the Switch? The move comes on the heels of the **Kelp DAO hack**, where attackers drained $292 million from a protocol using LayerZero's bridge. Kelp DAO publicly blamed LayerZero for the exploit, citing a single-verifier configuration that allegedly bypassed security recommendations. Solv Protocol didn't name Kelp directly but cited "recent cross-chain hacks observed in the industry" as the catalyst for its own security review. ## What's Changing? Solv is deprecating LayerZero bridge support for **Corn, Berachain, Rootstock, and TAC** and standardizing on Chainlink CCIP. This affects SolvBTC and xSolvBTC tokens, which represent tokenized Bitcoin across multiple blockchains. The transition aims to provide "institutional-grade security assurance" through Chainlink's multi-verifier system. ## The Bigger Picture Cross-chain bridges remain one of DeFi's most vulnerable points. Past attacks include the **$622 million Ronin bridge exploit** (linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group) and the **$230 million WazirX hack**. Solv's migration reflects a growing trend: protocols prioritizing security over interoperability flexibility. ## What LayerZero Says LayerZero previously blamed the Kelp DAO hack on North Korea's Lazarus Group and claimed the project ignored recommendations to use multiple validators. Kelp DAO disputed this, accusing LayerZero of approving the flawed configuration. ## Industry Impact Chainlink's CCIP is gaining traction as a more secure alternative. With Solv's migration, over $700 million in tokenized Bitcoin will now rely on Chainlink's infrastructure, signaling a potential shift in DeFi's cross-chain standards. > "Security is the foundation of everything we build at Solv, and our migration to Chainlink CCIP reinforces that commitment at the highest level." — Will Wang, CTO of Solv Protocol]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>solvprotocol</category> <category>chainlink</category> <category>layerzero</category> <category>cross-chainbridges</category> <category>defisecurity</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.decrypt.co/resize/1024/height/512/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bitcoin-B2-decrypt-style-gID_7.png" length="0" type="image/png"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[White House Drops Bombshell: US Bitcoin Reserve Update Coming in 'Next Few Weeks']]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/white-house-drops-bombshell-us-bitcoin-reserve-update-coming-in-next-few-weeks</link> <guid>white-house-drops-bombshell-us-bitcoin-reserve-update-coming-in-next-few-weeks</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:01:09 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[In a major development for the crypto space, **Patrick Witt**, executive director of the President's Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, announced at **CoinDesk's Consensus Miami conference** that an update on the long-anticipated **U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR)** is coming "in the next few weeks." The federal effort to inventory, centralize, and secure U.S.-held bitcoin and other digital assets has been running behind the scenes for months. Following President Trump's executive order, the White House halted what Witt called "fire sale" liquidations under the previous administration and began auditing crypto holdings across agencies. **Shocking revelations** emerged during this process: "We've heard stories and confirmed some of them of cold wallets that were being stored in drawers of desks in various agencies," Witt revealed. A **recent exploit** involving assets held by the U.S. Marshals Service served as a wake-up call. Bloomberg reported in January that the Marshals Service was investigating a possible hack, with on-chain investigator ZachXBT claiming a hacker stole over $60 million, including funds from government seizure wallets. Witt cited this as proof that federal crypto holdings need proper safeguarding. "It's a case in point for why it was so necessary that the president established the SBR, and that he instructed the agencies to take these assets very seriously and properly safeguard them," Witt said. "Custody is unique for digital assets." While Witt declined to disclose the size of federal crypto holdings, he emphasized that the priority is to "get our own house in order" before discussing details. He suggested the upcoming announcement would address open questions on size and structure. Importantly, the reserve will **not automatically absorb every newly seized asset**. Crypto from active legal proceedings will remain in pending status until forfeiture is finalized, with potential restitution to victims before being moved to the reserve or a separate stockpile for other crypto assets. **Legislative backing** is still needed. Witt cited Sen. Cynthia Lummis's **BITCOIN Act** in the Senate and Rep. Nick Begich's **American Reserves Modernization Act** in the House as key bills to codify the reserve. "It always needs to be followed up with proper legislation," he said. The likely need for a legislative underpinning remains a major constraint, and it's unclear when Congress will find the bandwidth to push through a reserve bill.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>bitcoinreserve</category> <category>whitehouse</category> <category>cryptopolicy</category> <category>patrickwitt</category> <category>strategicbitcoinreserve</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/7a436d8858767e41cb62696cacd9c29dd7330981-4030x2267.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[US Treasury Demands Binance Compliance After Iran Crypto Sanctions Breach]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/us-treasury-demands-binance-compliance-after-iran-crypto-sanctions-breach</link> <guid>us-treasury-demands-binance-compliance-after-iran-crypto-sanctions-breach</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:01:25 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[The U.S. Department of the Treasury has privately demanded that Binance comply with a monitoring program imposed by U.S. regulators in 2023, when the crypto exchange pleaded guilty to charges related to sanctions and anti-money laundering violations. The Information reports that the Treasury's demand follows reports of Iran using Binance to bypass sanctions. Binance must now adhere to strict oversight to prevent further illicit activities.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>binance</category> <category>ustreasury</category> <category>sanctions</category> <category>iran</category> <category>cryptoregulation</category> <enclosure url="https://tii.imgix.net/production/articles/17051/b9738f1a-f0e6-4420-b870-0464b6574f1a.png?fm=jpg&auto=compress&w=1200&frame=0" length="0" type="image/png"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Crypto Billionaire Chris Larsen Unleashes $10M Ad Blitz to Crush California's 'Reckless' Billionaire Tax]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/crypto-billionaire-chris-larsen-unleashes-10m-ad-blitz-to-crush-californias-reckless-billionaire-tax</link> <guid>crypto-billionaire-chris-larsen-unleashes-10m-ad-blitz-to-crush-californias-reckless-billionaire-tax</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:01:09 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[A political action committee backed by **crypto billionaire Chris Larsen** is launching a massive ad campaign during tonight's gubernatorial debate to attack a proposed tax on billionaires in California. The **Golden State Promise PAC**, funded largely by Larsen and his company Ripple, plans to spend **eight figures** on the effort, including digital ads and mailers. The ad highlights **bipartisan opposition** to the tax, featuring Governor Gavin Newsom, Republicans, and Democrats. Newsom has publicly promised to fight the initiative. The ad claims the tax will backfire, driving billionaires and businesses out of the state and taking good-paying jobs with them. It warns that **$25 billion in tax revenue** could be lost, gutting funding for schools and firefighters. Already, wealthy individuals like **Google co-founder Sergey Brin** have fled California for Nevada, and Brin is now pumping money to stop the tax. The ad concludes, "It's reckless, and it hurts you." The tax proposal, pushed by the Service Employees International Union–United Healthcare Workers West, would impose a **one-time 5% levy** on residents with assets exceeding $1 billion. Supporters, including Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ro Khanna, argue it's needed to address healthcare funding gaps from federal cuts. However, Democrats like Newsom worry it will hurt the state's economy in the long run. Larsen, with a net worth estimated at **$12.4 billion**, has been a vocal opponent. "We’ve got to start fighting on par with the unions when they propose these absolutely stupid propositions like this crazy CEO tax," he told the San Francisco Business Times.]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>california</category> <category>billionairetax</category> <category>chrislarsen</category> <category>ripple</category> <category>politics</category> <enclosure url="https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/05/COMP2.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1200" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Coinbase Engineer Warns AI Agents Could Kill the Internet's Ad-Based Economy—Here's the Fix]]></title> <link>https://www.bitcointoday.app/article/coinbase-engineer-warns-ai-agents-could-kill-the-internets-ad-based-economyheres-the-fix</link> <guid>coinbase-engineer-warns-ai-agents-could-kill-the-internets-ad-based-economyheres-the-fix</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:01:27 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Coinbase engineering head **Erik Reppel** offered a glimpse into how artificial intelligence could reshape the economics of the internet, arguing that **AI agents may force a shift away from the web's ad-driven business model**. Speaking onstage at **Consensus Miami 2026**, Reppel, the founder of the **x402 payments protocol** and head of engineering at Coinbase Developer Platform, said the internet was originally built around humans interacting with websites, not software interacting with software. > "The internet was designed for humans to use. We now live in a world where both humans and computers operate and computers operate computers." Today's web economy depends heavily on advertising revenue generated when humans visit websites and view ads, according to Reppel. But **AI agents bypass that system entirely**. > "Agents don't see those ads. They just ignore those ads completely." That dynamic could push the internet toward new monetization models built around **native digital payments**, particularly **stablecoin-powered micropayments**. > "If a human visits a website, show them an ad. If an agent visits a website, charge them five cents." He framed **x402**, an open payments protocol built around the long-unused HTTP 402 "Payment Required" status code, as infrastructure for that future. The protocol is designed to let AI agents make automatic payments for APIs, content, and digital services using crypto rails. Reppel said the rise of autonomous AI systems, or what he called the **"agentic economy"**, could create a massive new market for internet-native payments. He cited estimates projecting the sector could grow to between **$3 trillion and $5 trillion** within four years. The comments reflect a broader effort within the crypto industry to position **stablecoins** and **blockchain-based payments** as foundational infrastructure for AI-driven commerce. > "Agents really are the browser of the future."]]></description> <author>contact@bitcointoday.app (BitcoinToday.app)</author> <category>aiagents</category> <category>micropayments</category> <category>x402</category> <category>coinbase</category> <category>stablecoins</category> <enclosure url="https://cdn.sanity.io/images/s3y3vcno/production/84083f5ac7abc7443a01d018ca2cfc86853ac89b-2048x1152.jpg?auto=format&w=960&h=540&crop=focalpoint&fit=clip&q=75&fm=jpg" length="0" type="image/jpg"/> </item> </channel> </rss>