Day: May 2, 2026

Bitso: Stablecoins Hit 40% of Latam Crypto Buys

2026-05-02 By admin

In its latest Crypto Landscape in Latin America 2025 report, Bitso found that 40% of all crypto purchases in the region involved dollar-linked assets, such as USDT and USDC. Even so, Bitcoin remains the most widely held asset, representing 52% of all portfolios. Key Takeaways: Bitso’s 2025 report reveals that stablecoins like USDC drove nearly […]

Pharos Hits $1B Valuation on Mainnet Launch

2026-05-02 By admin

Pharos has partnered with GCL New Energy in a collaboration that aims to resolve the fragmentation that has come to characterize the real-world assets ecosystem. Key Takeaways: Pharos launched its Pacific Ocean Mainnet and $PROS token on May 1, 2026, following a massive 4.3B testnet. GCL New Energy and a $44M Series A propelled Pharos […]

Shotcut 26.4.30

2026-05-02 By admin

Shotcut is a free, open source, cross-platform video editor. Major features include support for a wide range of formats; no import required meaning native timeline editing; resolution support to 4k. Read more…

DOJ: 1,000 Victims Hit in $215M Scam—$1.2M in Crypto, Cash Found

2026-05-02 By admin

Federal prosecutors secured convictions against 25 defendants in a $215 million business email compromise scheme that affected more than 1,000 victims. Authorities said cryptocurrency was among assets traced in a global fraud network spanning 47 states and 19 countries. Key Takeaways: Authorities detailed a global email fraud scheme using hacked accounts and deceptive payment requests. […]

US Warns Hormuz Digital Asset Payments May Trigger Sanctions Risk

2026-05-02 By admin

OFAC warned that digital asset payments tied to Strait of Hormuz passage can create sanctions exposure. The alert says digital assets do not reduce legal risk for maritime firms, financial institutions, insurers, or counterparties. Key Takeaways: OFAC warned crypto payments tied to Hormuz transit may trigger sanctions exposure. Reports say Iran operates a crypto-based toll […]

Snagit 2026.2.0

2026-05-02 By admin

Snagit is the most complete screen capture utility available. With Snagit’s easy-to-use tools, you can quickly create images and videos to give feedback, solve a problem, or show off something cool. Read more…

Trump Says Iran Conflict Over, Nasdaq Sets Record High, Bitcoin Climbs 2.5%

2026-05-02 By admin

President Donald Trump told Congress on Thursday that U.S. military hostilities with Iran have ended, a declaration timed to the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Resolution of 1973 that gives markets and investors a clearer geopolitical signal heading into May. Key Takeaways: Trump declared U.S.-Iran hostilities “terminated” on May 1, bypassing the War Powers […]