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Galaxy has lowered the odds of the CLARITY Act to 10%, citing multiple obstacles. These concerns include unresolved ethics, stablecoin yield issues, and developer protection problems. Furthermore, the legislative push faces a narrow window until lawmakers return in September.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $382 million in two-day inflows, with Galaxy’s Bitcoin ETF returning to gains. The Coldcard incident has reignited concerns about custody in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Galaxy reported that at least 15 attackers exploited a Coldcard vulnerability. Dragonfly’s managing partner stated the issue could have been avoided with $2 worth of AI hardening.

The article suggests that aliens may be running out of places to hide as recent discoveries indicate humans have explored more of the galaxy than previously realized.

The article highlights upcoming developments in the cryptocurrency sector, focusing on U.S. Jobs, Circle, Galaxy, and American Bitcoin earnings as key topics for the week ahead.

Galaxy's Alex Thorn warned Coldcard users about a suspected fourth attack wave that may have stolen 389 Bitcoin, noting unconfirmed transactions could offer a chance to save funds.

Galaxy and MARA Holdings, crypto-focused companies, have deepened their Texas expansion by acquiring land. The acquisitions aim to meet growing demand for power-intensive AI and digital infrastructure.

Astronomers discovered a supermassive black hole moving away from the center of its galaxy by observing light emitted from a star being torn apart. The finding provides an example of a wandering black hole detected through this method.

Galaxy has reduced the estimated odds of the Clarity Act passing to 30%, stating the bill requires a 'last-ditch effort'. Seven Democratic negotiators have indicated the latest draft of the Clarity Act needs stronger ethics and consumer protections.

Researchers discovered evidence of a black hole being ejected from its galaxy, and now scientists have an explanation for this phenomenon.

Galaxy pledged up to $5 million in grants for developers working on Bitcoin’s quantum security and formed a council of quantum-advisory experts to research quantum-resistant migration solutions.

Galaxy, a crypto firm, has committed up to $5 million to prepare Bitcoin for potential quantum computing threats. The initiative responds to warnings from researchers, exchanges, and the U.S. government that 'Q-Day'—when quantum computers could break current encryption—may occur by 2030.

Galaxy, a Nasdaq-listed digital-asset firm, has rebranded Texas Tech's stadium as 'Galaxy Stadium' through a 15-year, crypto-native deal. The agreement emphasizes the advantages of West Texas's low-cost energy and available land.

Galaxy is introducing new DeFi vaults designed to target institutional stablecoin yield. The initiative focuses on leveraging decentralized finance solutions for institutional clients.

Cantor Fitzgerald has partnered with Securitize to issue blockchain-native shares for IPOs, contrasting with the wrapper model used by firms like Robinhood. The partnership aims to leverage Securitize's compliance-focused blockchain technology, which allows companies direct control over tokenized shares, and anticipates growing demand from crypto-native founders.

Astronomers discovered four nearby white dwarf stars hidden beside brighter red dwarf companions using Hubble's ultraviolet observations. One white dwarf is just 25 light-years away and took nearly three decades to confirm, supporting predictions of many more undiscovered white dwarf binaries in our galaxy.

Galaxy has launched a new crypto borrowing product called GOFR that combines DeFi rates from Aave, Morpho, and other protocols. Galaxy will act as the sole intermediary between accredited borrowers and blockchain-based lending protocols.

Galaxy has reduced the estimated chances of the Clarity Act's 2026 passage to 50%, citing a shrinking Senate calendar. The digital asset firm now considers the bill's passage this year as equally likely as not.

Galaxy has reduced the likelihood of the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 to 50%, citing limited Senate floor time before the August recess as a key factor.

The Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of a galaxy that scientists believed was impossible to find. The discovery challenges previous assumptions about galaxy detection capabilities.

Astronomers have discovered a galaxy that appears to lack dark matter, challenging existing assumptions about galaxy formation.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan stated that Galaxy, NYDIG, and Standard Chartered disagree on when bitcoin will hit its bottom, but all three anticipate a future bull cycle. The discussion focuses on long-term factors rather than short-term price predictions.

The SEC's plan to eliminate Rule 611, which governs stock orders and quotes, could facilitate trading of tokenized US stocks on decentralized platforms, according to Galaxy's Alex Thorn. The proposed change is seen as removing a significant regulatory barrier for this emerging financial technology.

The SEC’s proposal to eliminate key NMS rules could facilitate large-scale trading of tokenized US equities by DeFi automated market makers, according to analysts. Galaxy's Thorn highlighted that removing these barriers would enable such trading.

Galaxy has entered institutional prediction markets through a $10 million trade with Arca. The move signals increased institutional interest in prediction market platforms.

Deep sky surveys have discovered galaxies significantly larger than the Milky Way. Scientists are questioning whether even larger galaxies remain undiscovered.

Scientists suggest moons orbiting rogue planets could maintain warmth through tidal heating and hydrogen-rich atmospheres, potentially sustaining stable oceans for billions of years. This environment might allow complex life to develop on these starless worlds.

The article explores the possibility that a cosmic uncertainty principle could provide insights into the nature of dark matter, referencing a NASA graphic that visualizes dark matter's mass distribution in a galaxy using a red half-circle. The graphic aims to represent the hypothetical presence of dark matter in galactic structures.

Galaxy has secured a New York BitLicense to expand its institutional crypto services. The NYDFS approvals enable GalaxyOne Prime NY to offer trading and financing services to institutional investors. This expansion allows Galaxy to operate in one of the most tightly regulated US crypto markets.

Mike Novogratz's Galaxy has received a New York BitLicense, which will enable the company to push institutional crypto services. This license is a significant development for Galaxy as it looks to expand its presence in the cryptocurrency market. The move is expected to boost Galaxy's efforts in providing crypto services to institutions.

Scientists have discovered a hidden pattern in cosmic rays using the DAMPE space telescope, finding that particles fade away sharply at the same point, hinting at a universal rule governing their behavior. This pattern could help explain the origin of these ultra-powerful particles. The discovery was made after 100 years of study on the mysterious cosmic rays.

TD Cowen has a $16 target on Sharplink due to its favorable setup, including a partnership with Galaxy and a 0.8x NAV discount. The company sees a 106% upside in Sharplink, driven by broadening Ethereum demand. TD Cowen reiterates its positive stance after Q1 earnings.

Galaxy and Sharplink are launching a $125M DeFi yield fund backed by ETH treasury, with Sharplink contributing $100 million in staked Ether. The fund aims to help institutions earn yield from crypto holdings without selling ETH. This partnership seeks to provide a new investment opportunity for institutional investors.

Sharplink posted a quarterly net loss of nearly $686 million but shares are up after announcing a $125 million collaboration with Galaxy. The partnership led to an increase in shares despite the significant loss. Sharplink is moving forward with the yield fund initiative.

Solana has made significant advancements in its digital infrastructure, including the launch of USDPT and a stablecoin payments service for AI agents. The platform has also partnered with Google Cloud to roll out a pay-as-you-go system. Additionally, Solana has announced several new projects, including SWEEP Onchain Cash Management Fund and JTX.

Bitcoin's value has increased to $81,500, driven by a push for tokenization which is lifting related assets such as Bullish, Galaxy, and Centrifuge. This surge indicates a bullish trend in the cryptocurrency market. The tokenization effort is contributing to the overall growth of Bitcoin.

State Street and Galaxy have launched a fund on Solana designed to invest stablecoins into a yield-bearing tokenized fund. The State Street Galaxy Onchain Liquidity Sweep Fund allows investors to push stablecoins into a productive vehicle. This fund aims to provide a new investment opportunity for stablecoin holders.

State Street and Galaxy have launched a tokenized fund to bring cash management onchain, aiming to improve efficiency and accessibility. This partnership combines State Street's financial expertise with Galaxy's blockchain technology. The move is expected to enhance cash management capabilities in the digital asset space.

A space photo shows four bright yellow lines of light extending into a starry night sky, resembling a scene from a galaxy far away. The image was featured as the Space photo of the day for May 4, 2026. The photo's description evokes a sense of wonder and exploration.

The article showcases a three-panel photo collage featuring a luminous star in deep space, the Artemis 2 rocket, and a person wearing a stormtrooper helmet. It highlights creative and space-themed imagery from the staff's best photos.