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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announced on Tuesday, May 5, that the company will reduce its workforce by approximately 14% — a move Armstrong described as “sudden and harsh” but necessary to position the exchange for what he called a new phase of AI-driven operations. Related Reading: Why is Crypto Up Today? Bitcoin Price Faces ‘Real Test’ At This Key Level In a post on X shared with employees, Armstrong outlined two converging forces behind the decision: the persistent volatility of crypto market cycles and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence on how the company operates internally. Based on Coinbase’s last disclosed full-time employee count of 4,951 as of December 31, 2025, the reduction is estimated to affect approximately 693 people, according to rep...

A Goldman Sachs executive says the financial giant’s Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) team is a “seven on ten” on the domestic equity market. Anshul Sehgal, global co-head of Goldman’s FICC team, says in a new interview that they were a “seven on ten” on equities back in January, with the plan to ratchet […]
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Coinbase will cut about 14% of its workforce as Brian Armstrong rebuilds the exchange into a smaller, AI-native company.
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Bitcoin (BTC) returned above $80,000 for the first time in three months, yet analysts are reading the rally in opposite directions, splitting views between a bullish stress test and a setup for further declines. The disagreement spans participation, profit flows, and spot dynamics. Each analyst sees the same $80,000 move, but their conclusions about what
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As the global technological landscape continues to evolve in 2026, an increasing number of individuals are exploring passive income opportunities within the digital economy; technologies such as smart contracts, cloud mining, and cross-chain asset deployment are gradually reshaping the way individuals interact with cryptocurrencies. Blockchain-based cloud mining platforms have rapidly emerged, offering users a moreContinue reading "SHRMiner AI cloud mining reshaping how to earn $9,997 in passive income in 2026"

Coinbase's shift to AI-driven operations may set a precedent for tech firms, emphasizing efficiency and adaptability in volatile markets.
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Ethereum's rise as a wartime store of value highlights its potential to reshape investment strategies amid geopolitical instability.
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The scrutiny over war powers may lead to increased emphasis on diplomatic solutions and legislative oversight in U.S. military actions.
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If Bitcoin closes above $80,000 on a daily candle, a short squeeze could send prices racing toward $82,230 — a level that hasn’t been tested in seven months. Related Reading: XRP Bulls Eye Breakout As Ripple Unveils 13,000 Bank Connections Worldwide That’s the scenario analysts are watching after a massive wave of selling halted Bitcoin’s climb at a key resistance zone over the weekend. Short Sellers Dominate The Derivatives Market Data from Binance futures shows nearly 63% of open positions are currently short, meaning a large share of traders are betting on lower prices. According to analyst Frigg, that setup cuts both ways. If buyers manage to push Bitcoin through $80,000 and hold it, those short positions would be forced to close, adding buying pressure and poten...