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Amazon Introduces Quasi-Random Data Center Network with ShuffleBox Optical Device
Amazon's AWS has developed a new data center network architecture using a quasi-random topology to improve data transfer speeds and reduce energy consumption. The company built a custom optical device called ShuffleBox for automatic cable shuffling.
Weekly Crypto Roundup: Bitcoin Paradox, AI Threats, Ethereum Woes, DAO Solutions
This week's crypto news highlights include a paradoxical Bitcoin decline, AI-driven attacks on developers, Ethereum's upgrade crisis, and proposed solutions for DAO governance.
Keenon Robotics Launches Humanoid Robot XMAN-L1 for Service Roles
Chinese robotics firm Keenon Robotics has introduced the XMAN-L1, a 136 cm tall humanoid robot designed for customer interaction, navigation, and communication in public spaces.
FBI Seizes 127,000 BTC Worth $8B in Operation Blackout
The FBI announced the seizure of over 127,000 bitcoin, valued at approximately $8 billion, as part of the international Operation Blackout targeting scam centers and related networks.
FinEx to Liquidate Frozen ETFs for Russian Investors
FinEx has decided to liquidate its ETF funds frozen for Russian investors since June 2022 due to sanctions on the National Settlement Depository. The move aims to allow an orderly return of capital to eligible investors.
Russia, China to Get Special Passage Through Strait of Hormuz: Iran Official
Moscow and Beijing will have special conditions for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the head of the Iranian parliament's national security and foreign policy committee, Ebrahim Azizi.
Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Increases 1.72% to 138.96 T, Second Consecutive Rise
Bitcoin mining difficulty rose 1.72% on May 29 to 138.96 trillion, marking the second straight upward adjustment. The difficulty has returned to levels seen in early April.
Iran's Rezaei Accuses US President of Third Diplomatic Betrayal
Mohsen Rezaei, former IRGC commander and current military advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader, stated that the US president is betraying diplomacy for the third time by maintaining a naval blockade and making excessive demands in negotiations.
US Confiscates $1B in Crypto from Iran; Tether Freezes USDT on Request
US Treasury Secretary Bessent announced at the Reagan Economic Forum that the United States has seized $1 billion worth of cryptocurrency from Iran. Tether is actively cooperating by freezing any USDT tokens identified by the Treasury.
Fed's Schmid Warns Inflation Still High, Warns Against Ignoring Energy Shock
Federal Reserve's Schmid cautions that U.S. inflation remains elevated and that dismissing the current energy shock as temporary is too risky for the central bank.
CryptoQuant Predicts Bitcoin Bear Market Could Extend Into Early 2027
Analytics firm CryptoQuant warns that Bitcoin's bear market may persist until early 2027, citing its PnL Index Signal which shows significant profit-taking began in October 2025.
New Hacker Group Targets Crypto Firms via Fake macOS Interviews; GPU Miner Spread via AI Chatbots
A weekly cybersecurity roundup highlights a new group attacking crypto companies through fake job interviews and macOS malware, a GPU miner distributed via search spam and AI chatbots, a hacktivist expelled from GitHub and GitLab after posting Microsoft zero-day exploits, and CrowdStrike and Google dismantling a network targeting open-source developers.
ForkLog Weekly: BTC Drops to $73k, Crypto Influence on US Elections, and AI News
This week's ForkLog roundup covers Bitcoin's drop to $73,000, a $15 million airdrop hack, crypto funds' growing influence on US elections, and AI advancements including quantum computing and on-chain access.
US Bitcoin ETFs See 3rd Consecutive Red Week with $3.5B Outflows Since May 11
US Bitcoin ETFs have recorded their third consecutive red week, with over $3.5 billion in net outflows since May 11. Blackrock's ETF has been in the red daily for the past two weeks.
Trump Delays Decision on Iran Proposal, Ceasefire Extension Possible
President Trump has postponed a final decision on Iran's latest proposal, with the White House considering an extension of the ceasefire, according to the New York Times.
Bitcoin Options Expiry Removes Price Barriers, Says Glassnode
Glassnode reports that bitcoin options expiry has eliminated price barriers, while CryptoQuant warns of a shortage of buyers. The US Treasury Secretary also ruled out a digital dollar.
Aave Labs Proposes Standardized Token Listing Framework (TALF)
Aave Labs has published an ARFC document proposing a new standardized token listing framework (TALF) for Aave V3, V4, and Aave Horizon, aiming to unify technical requirements and enhance ongoing monitoring of listed assets.
Bitcoin Tests $75K Before Major Options Expiry, Pulls Back to $72.5K
Bitcoin briefly reached $75,000 ahead of a large options expiration before retreating to $72,500. Implied volatility spiked to 35% during the sell-off but quickly returned to 32%, as the decline was seen as a local correction.
Bessent Reaffirms US Opposition to Central Bank Digital Currency
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the administration will not pursue a Central Bank Digital Currency, calling it a step toward tracking.
Sui Network Down Again, Blocks Not Produced for Over Two Hours
The Sui blockchain has experienced its second outage in two days, with blocks not being created for more than two hours. The development team is investigating the issue, following a previous outage on May 28 that lasted nearly six hours.
Fidelity Digital Assets Highlights Six Structural Trends for Crypto in H1 2026
Fidelity Digital Assets has reviewed the first half of 2026, identifying six key structural trends. The firm states the current phase is about technical ecosystem upgrades, not just price rallies.
CME Group Launches 24/7 Crypto Trading for Institutions
CME Group will offer 24/7 trading of crypto futures for BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, ADA, LINK, XLM, AVAX, and SUI starting May 29 at 4:00 p.m. CT, enabling round-the-clock institutional access.
US Treasury Secretary Bessent Says Trump Admin Will Not Allow Digital Dollar
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the current Trump administration will not introduce a central bank digital currency (CBDC), calling it a step toward surveillance.
Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Supply Hits Record 15.8M BTC, Signaling Demand Weakness
Bitcoin supply held by long-term investors reached an all-time high of 15.8 million BTC, but CryptoQuant warns it reflects a lack of fresh demand rather than accumulation. Meanwhile, whale balances are declining at the fastest pace since early 2026.