Industry Headlines
Global Policy Updates
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Federal Reserve Releases Retail CBDC Report
The U.S. Federal Reserve published a comprehensive report on Retail Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), exploring potential benefits and risks for the financial system. -
White House Announces Crypto Mining Policy Draft
The Biden administration is developing policies to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions from cryptocurrency mining operations. -
Singapore’s Deputy PM Advises Against Retail Crypto Investment
Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister cautioned retail investors about the risks of investing in crypto assets, emphasizing volatility and regulatory uncertainties.
Project Developments
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BAYC NFT Collection Overtakes CryptoPunks in Market Cap
Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) surpassed CryptoPunks as the highest-valued NFT project, signaling shifting trends in the NFT ecosystem. -
Optimism TVL Soars 85% in a Week
Optimism’s Total Value Locked (TVL) reached a record high, driven by increased DeFi activity and layer-2 adoption. -
STEPN’s Wallet Movements
STEPN’s official wallets transferred approximately $84M this week, with $31M moved from fee collection addresses.
Major Fundraising Rounds
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Astra Protocol’s $100M Series A at $5B Valuation
Astra Protocol is raising $100M in Series A funding led by Republic, targeting regulatory compliance solutions for Web3. -
Abrdn Acquires Interactive Investor for £1.49B
The asset management giant Abrdn expanded its digital footprint by acquiring the UK-based online investment platform. -
Philippines Issues $209M Blockchain-Based Bonds
The Philippines pioneered its first blockchain-powered digital peso bonds, marking a milestone in sovereign debt digitization.
OKX Platform Updates
Brand Campaigns
- OKX 5th Anniversary Celebration
OKX launched a month-long anniversary extravaganza featuring: - Exclusive Twitter campaigns
- “Earn Festival” with high-yield staking rewards
- Metaverse-themed contests
- Strategy trading competitions
👉 Join the 5th Anniversary Rewards
- OKX Ventures’ $10M Investment in WAX
The investment arm committed over $10M to support WAX blockchain’s growth in NFT and gaming ecosystems.
Product Enhancements
Spot Trading
- New Listings:
| Date | Token/Pair |
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| May 28 | LUNA/USDT, LUNA/USDC |
| May 29 | LUNC/USDT, USTC/USDT |
| May 31 | 11 new USDC trading pairs |
Derivatives
- Contract Launches:
- LUNA/USDT perpetuals (May 28)
- SOL/USD & AVAX/USD futures (June 1)
- OP/USDT perpetuals with leverage (June 1)
Earn Products
- “Earn Festival” Live (May 31):
Access via: - Web: Finance > Earn > Festival
- App: Home > Earn > Festival
NFT Marketplace
- Exclusive Whitelist Events:
- HALO NFT (May 31)
- Tokun_App (June 1)
- HauntedGoats (June 3)
- Over 103M NFTs now listed on OKX
Web3 Wallet Rebranding
- Progress Update (60% Complete):
Key milestones ahead of June 6 launch: - Wallet Squad: 50%
- DEX Squad: 60%
- Application Squad: 70%
OKC Chain Metrics
- 7-Day Network Activity:
- Transactions: 1.717M (~245K/day)
- New Addresses: 37,624
- Total Addresses: 4.65M
Market Analysis & Outlook
Bitcoin Price Action
BTC briefly surpassed $31,000 before retracing below $30K, reflecting ongoing consolidation. Market sentiment remains mixed amid macroeconomic pressures.
Macroeconomic Factors
- The Fed began quantitative tightening on June 1 ($47.5B/month).
- Further rate hikes expected in June to combat inflation.
Investor Note: Persistent regulatory and macroeconomic uncertainties warrant caution in crypto asset allocation.
FAQs
1. How do I participate in OKX’s Earn Festival?
Access via the OKX app or web platform under the “Earn” section. Multiple staking and yield opportunities are available.
2. What makes BAYC NFTs more valuable than CryptoPunks?
BAYC’s interactive community perks and celebrity endorsements have driven demand, surpassing CryptoPunks’ historical significance.
3. Is now a good time to invest in Bitcoin?
Given current volatility and macroeconomic conditions, dollar-cost averaging (DCA) may mitigate timing risks.
4. How does Optimism’s growth impact Ethereum?
As a leading Layer-2, Optimism reduces gas fees and congestion, boosting Ethereum’s scalability.
5. Where can I track OKC’s blockchain metrics?
Real-time data is available on OKLink, OKX’s blockchain analytics platform.
Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry significant risk—always conduct independent research.