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Perpetual Contracts Exploit Gambling Psychology, Commentary Notes
A recent commentary argues that the success of perpetual contracts in crypto is due to their alignment with human brain mechanisms similar to those exploited by slot machines, turning rational trading into gambling.
US Senate to Resume CLARITY Act Talks on June 3
The U.S. Senate will restart negotiations on the CLARITY Act on June 3, aiming to pass a comprehensive crypto regulatory package by August 2026.
US Data Center Construction Spending Exceeds $50B Annually
Annual spending on data center construction in the US has surpassed $50 billion, a figure now comparable to federal expenditures on transportation infrastructure, according to Bloomberg.
Nvidia increasingly seen as critical US digital economy infrastructure – analysts
Analysts cited by Bloomberg say Nvidia is now perceived not just as a growth stock or chipmaker, but as a vital infrastructure pillar of the U.S. digital economy.
Ripple Expands RLUSD Stablecoin to Turkey via Local Exchange Partnerships
Ripple is bringing its USD-backed stablecoin RLUSD to Turkey through partnerships with BiLira, Bitexen, and Bitlo, offering Turkish institutions enterprise-grade dollar liquidity.
Russia to Boost Gold Output to 480-500 Tons in 2026
Russia's Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov said gold production will rise to 480-500 tons in 2026, with silver output reaching 2,800-3,000 tons.
SPB Exchange May 2026 Trading Volume Rises 1.71% Month-on-Month
SPB Exchange reported total trading volume of 184.33 billion rubles in May 2026, up 1.71% from April.
Jim Cramer’s IPO Interest Seen as Peak Bubble Signal for US Stocks
Analysts warn that Jim Cramer’s expressed desire to participate in the IPOs of SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic may confirm that these mega-listings will mark the top of the US stock bubble.
Bitcoin Slumps to $70,000, Down 4% in 24 Hours; Liquidations Top $750M
Bitcoin dropped to $70,000, losing about 4% in the past day, with $750 million in total liquidations — the majority from long positions. Ethereum held near $2,000, and traditional markets like the Nasdaq and S&P 500 posted gains.
Russia's UAC Targets Profitability in 2026, CEO Says
United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) expects to turn profitable in 2026, according to CEO Vadim Badeha. He stated the company's goal is to achieve stable cash flow and become a profit center for shareholders.
Dogecoin Foundation Partners with Paxos for DOGE Integration
The Dogecoin Foundation has partnered with Paxos to integrate DOGE into the latter's brokerage and custody infrastructure, potentially expanding access to the memecoin through regulated financial channels.
EU Unlikely to Impose Full Russian Oil Ban in 21st Sanctions Package – Politico
The European Union is not expected to include a complete ban on Russian oil or restrictions on maritime services in its upcoming 21st sanctions package, according to Politico citing EU diplomats. Instead, the bloc intends to freeze the existing oil price cap.
US Regulator Flags Freedom Holding Over Financial Violations
The SEC has issued a warning to Freedom Holding (Nasdaq: FRHC) regarding potential financial misconduct. The company and CEO Timur Turlov are contesting the preliminary findings.
Number of banks in Russia may fall below 300 by year-end, says Expert RA
The head of rating agency Expert RA said the number of banks in Russia could drop below 300 by the end of the year, adding that a reduction of 5-10 institutions annually is acceptable.
Russian Duma to Work on Anti-Fraud and Crypto Regulation Bills Until 2026
State Duma deputy Aksakov said the chamber will prioritize the 'Anti-Fraud 2.0' bill and crypto market regulation legislation through 2026. The statement was made in a TASS interview ahead of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Russian Homebuilder Stocks Plummet Up to 66%, Average Down 30%
Shares of Russia's largest homebuilders have declined by nearly a third on average over the past year, with Samolet falling 66% and Etalon down 55%, according to Izvestia. The construction sector is in a difficult position but not yet in crisis, experts say.
UAC Head: Russian Aircraft Could Dominate Domestic Fleet, Output Surges
The head of Russia's United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) stated that Russian-made planes could account for up to 100% of the country's air fleet, with a realistic target of producing about 500 aircraft over 10–12 years. He also noted a 4-5 fold increase in combat aircraft output since 2022 and progress on several key programs.
PBOC Cuts Daily Cash Operations to Record Low to Curb Bond Rally
China's central bank reduced its daily open market operations to an all-time low, stepping up efforts to drain excess liquidity and rein in a surge in government bond prices and falling yields.
Today's Key Events: Eurozone CPI, US JOLTS, BoE Speech, API
A look at today's economic calendar including Eurozone preliminary CPI, US JOLTS job openings, a Bank of England Governor speech, API oil inventories, and earnings reports from Dollar General, Victoria's Secret, Palo Alto Networks, and Ulta Beauty.
Cardano Foundation Cancels 2026 Summit After Treasury Vote Failure
The Cardano Foundation announced that the Cardano Summit 2026 will not proceed after a community Treasury proposal vote failed to pass.
Rosneft Q1 2026 Net Profit Rises to RUB 115 Bln, EBITDA Up
Rosneft reported a rise in net profit to 115 billion rubles and EBITDA to 728 billion rubles for Q1 2026, with hydrocarbon production reaching 63.1 million tonnes of oil equivalent.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Becomes Third Largest in History
A rare strain of Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo has rapidly escalated to become the third largest outbreak on record, according to the Wall Street Journal.
Hezbollah Accepts US Ceasefire with Israel, Iran Warns of Escalation
Lebanon says Hezbollah accepted a US proposal for a mutual ceasefire with Israel, halting strikes on Beirut's southern suburb and attacks on Israel. Iran warns that US-backed Israeli actions in Lebanon and Gaza will strengthen the Axis of Resistance, potentially activating other fronts and disrupting key shipping straits.
Zelensky Orders Swift End to War; US Delegation to Visit Kyiv and Moscow
Ukrainian President Zelensky has instructed officials to end the war as quickly as possible, ideally before winter. A US negotiating delegation is expected to visit both Kyiv and Moscow soon, while Ukraine insists it will not cede the Donbas region.