Crypto news from May 2026

Bitcoin network activity crashes 40%

Bitcoin's active addresses crash 40%, sparking debate over 'healthy reset' versus weakening momentum. Dive into what this means for Australian investors and t

StablR freezes USDR and EURR after attacker mints $13.5 million in unbacked tokens

StablR freezes USDR/EURR after a $13.5M unbacked token minting exploit. CoinPulse AU analysis for Australian investors on DeFi security risks, AUD market impa

Expert: This Is Why Banks Will Use XRP

Experts believe banks will embrace XRP for global transfers. CoinPulse AU explores why this matters for Australian investors, AUD markets, and what's next.

Crypto funds bleed $1.47B as risk-off sentiment deepens

Crypto ETPs logged $1.47 billion of outflows last week as Bitcoin funds led losses, while nine altcoin ETPs still attracted inflows of more than $1 million.

NEAR price rallies 70% in a week: what's driving the surge?

NEAR Protocol (NEAR) has rallied nearly 70% in the past week, with bulls retesting a key level amid a confluence of bullish factors. Renewed interest in the token mirrors gains for several related…

Bitcoin rebounds 4.8% but sellers keep control

🚨 Bitcoin rebounded 4.8% but selling pressure stays high. Trading volume and interest in $BTC have sharply declined recently. Continue Reading: Bitcoin rebounds 4.8% but sellers keep control The…

The Quiet Before the Breakout: Bitcoin Whales Are Accumulating While Retail Panic

Web3’s Next Winners Will Be Built by Leaner, Denser Teams

Discover how lean, expert teams are reshaping Web3. This CoinPulse AU analysis reveals why talent density matters for Australian investors.

Hut 8: Richly Valued And Still Highly Dependent On Bitcoin Mining

Hut 8's pivot from Bitcoin mining to AI data centres is reshaping the digital asset landscape. Understand what this means for Australian investors and the AUD

Bitcoin risks another lower high as stocks rally, AI tokens outperform

Bitcoin faces 'lower highs' as stocks rally. CoinPulse AU analyses what this means for Australian investors, AUD markets, and emerging AI tokens.

Is Bitcoin headed for $74K as ETF outflows and Iran risks rise?

Bitcoin slides amid US ETF outflows & geopolitical tensions. Aussie investors: navigate AUD market impact and ATO tax implications. What's next?

Bitcoin spot volume crashes over 80% since October 2025

Bitcoin spot trading volumes drop over 80%, hinting at potential market shifts. Learn what this means for Australian investors and the AUD crypto market.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Nears Critical Support as $70K Realized Price Band Comes Into Focus

Bitcoin approaches critical support levels with a $70K realised price zone in focus. Read CoinPulse AU's analysis on what's next for Australian investors.

CLARITY Act Odds Just Crashed From 75% to 50% in One Week, Is the Crypto Bill Already Running Out of Time?

Prediction market odds for the US CLARITY Act passing have plummeted. Discover why this matters for Australian crypto investors and the AUD market.

Bitcoin Outflows Hit $1.32B in One of the Worst Weeks of 2026

Global Bitcoin outflows hit USD$1.32B in one of the year's worst weeks. Learn how this impacts Australian investors and what to watch next.

SNC Scandic Coin: Regulated real‑world‑asset project launched on BingX, BitMart, L‑Bank and Biconomy

Explore SNC Scandic Coin's RWA launch on global exchanges. Our CoinPulse AU analysis details the impact for Australian investors, tax considerations & market

Altcoins HYPE, ZEC, NEAR surge after two crypto shocks

🚀 Altcoins HYPE, ZEC, and NEAR posted major gains after recent crypto shocks. Strategists say capital is moving from market leaders toward trending altcoins. ⚡ Key point: Further momentum depends on…

Goodbye to FOMO Frenzy: HTX DAO’s Global Pizza Day Highlights a New Crypto Narrative

Explore how global crypto sentiment is shifting from FOMO to stable yield, and what this maturity means for Australian investors and the AUD market.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC at Risk of Losing $75K

Bitcoin is trading near a key support area after two charts showed pressure around short-term resistance and major daily moving averages. The next move depends on whether BTC holds the…

Major investors push LINK wallets up 8 percent in 7 weeks

🚀 Big investors in $LINK boosted large wallets by 8% in 7 weeks. Over $111 million flowed into spot investment funds by 2025’s end. Continue Reading: Major investors push LINK wallets up 8 percent…

Bitcoin caught between critical onchain support and an options showdown

Explore how Bitcoin's current market dynamics, driven by on-chain supply and options, impact Australian investors. CoinPulse AU analyses why BTC's range-bound

$589 XRP Meme Returns: XRPL Foundation Revives Famous Insider's Cryptogram

A cryptic "Great Day" teaser from the XRPL Foundation revives the iconic $589 insider meme right on the heels of the network's completed structural overhaul.

SNC Scandic Coin: Regulated real‑world‑asset project launched on BingX, BitMart, L‑Bank and Biconomy

The Scandic Finance Group (SFG) is laying the foundation for a comprehensive ecosystem of real services and digital financial technology with the SNC Scandic Coin (SNC). As a global conglomerate with…

XRP, BTC, and 100+ cryptos now purchasable in ChatGPT

Discover how direct crypto purchases in ChatGPT impact Australian investors and the AUD market. Learn about tax implications, exchange relevance, and what's n