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Louis Velazquez is a dynamic force at the crossroads of technology, finance, and media. As the founder of MegaHoot Technologies and a financial industry veteran, Velazquez has built a reputation for identifying disruptive trends and turning them into profitable ventures. His diverse career spans from his early days as a competitive athlete to becoming a pioneering tech innovator and influential radio show host.
Bitcoin mining difficulty falls, but projected to rise in next adjustment
The average block time at publication is about 9.8 minutes, falling slightly short of the 10-minute block target, according to CoinWarz.
Solana futures open interest rose by 20% this week: Is $100 SOL next?
SOL’s steady recovery alongside the wider crypto market has traders debating whether $100 could be the next stop for the altcoin.
Iran views BTC as a strategic asset, but USDt still dominates oil tolls: BPI
The Iranian government chose Bitcoin as a payment method for oil tolls due to its confiscation-resistant properties, but only dollar stablecoins have been used so
Pecu Novus Joins Chainlist, Opening a 110,000 TPS Blockchain to the World’s Largest Smart Contract Developer Ecosystem
A nine-year-old Layer-1 network completes its EVM transition and the timing may matter more than the listing itself. On a directory page that most retail
Stablecoins behave like FX markets as liquidity splits: Eco CEO
Stablecoins promise seamless dollar movement, but fragmented liquidity is turning large transfers into complex execution problems, says Eco CEO Ryne Saxe.
Poland parliament fails again to override presidential veto on crypto bill
Poland’s parliament has once again failed to overturn President Karol Nawrocki’s veto of the crypto regulation bill.
Iran says that Strait of Hormuz is closed once again, situation returns to previous state
Iran has come out with a statement that the US has failed to live up to their end of the bargain. And as such, the
Spot Bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $1B in weekly inflows as risk sentiment improves
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $1 billion in weekly inflows, their strongest performance in over three months amid improving risk sentiment.
SEC charges Donald Basile in $16M crypto fraud tied to ‘insured’ token
The SEC has sued crypto executive Donald Basile over an alleged $16 million scheme involving false claims about an “insured” Bitcoin Latinum token.
Circle unveils USDC Bridge for native cross-chain stablecoin transfers
The USDC Bridge adds to Circle’s Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol, which often sees over $500 million worth of USDC transfers each day.
X’s new Cashtags feature drives $1B trading volume in first two days
X’s Cashtags feature has been integrated into Canadian-based online brokerage Wealthsimple, but has not yet been adopted by a US trading platform.
Worldcoin tanks 13% as World’s iris-scanning tech expands to Zoom, Docusign
Most of the integrations are aimed at fighting deepfakes as the rise of AI-generated content makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish humans from AI.
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- Pecu Novus Joins Chainlist, Opening a 110,000 TPS Blockchain to the World’s Largest Smart Contract Developer Ecosystem
A nine-year-old Layer-1 network completes its EVM transition and the timing may matter more than the listing itself. On a directory page that most […]
- HSBC, Canton and the Institutional Tokenisation Stack
On April 13, 2026, HSBC’s Global Payments Solutions division confirmed it had successfully completed a pilot simulating the issuance, transfer, and […]
- Morgan Stanley Signals Strategic Shift Toward a Tokenized Financial System
As global financial markets continue to evolve under the weight of digital infrastructure, Morgan Stanley is increasingly positioning itself for what […]
- How eToro’s Zengo Deal Reshapes the Competitive Landscape for Money Transfer and Trading Platforms
eToro has entered into an agreement to acquire Zengo, a self‑custodial crypto wallet provider, in a deal valued at around $70 million, according to […]
- Kraken’s Confidential IPO Filing, New Investors and Recent Extortion Attempt
Kraken has confirmed that it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, […]
- HootDex’s Central Limit Order Book vs. DeFi AMMs
Decentralized finance has largely been defined by Automated Market Maker systems that use liquidity pools and mathematical curves to set prices. AMMs […]
- The SEC’s Latest Statement on Decentralized Finance
In its latest staff statement, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) outlined how certain decentralized finance interfaces may fall […]
Amazon’s 3-piece wicker bistro set that’s ‘perfect for small spaces’ is just $75
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Costco’s key edge sets it apart from Walmart, Target, Kroger
Costco‘s treasure hunt model drives membership during strong economic times, but the chain’s low prices push people toward the warehouse club during more challenging times.
Iconic Las Vegas Strip restaurant closing after 28-year run
For decades, Las Vegas was known for its cheap buffets and steakhouses. But in the 1990s, celebrity chefs started moving in, and dining in Las
Henry Paulson has blunt message on potential Treasury market shock
The man who managed the 2008 financial crisis says the next one could be harder to stop. And he wants a plan ready before it
Target’s versatile $1,100 storage sleeper sofa is 53% off
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