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Arbitrum-based derivatives startup Variational has raised $50 million in a Series A funding round led by Dragonfly Capital, with participation from Bain Capital Crypto and Coinbase Ventures. The company aims to enhance onchain trading by bringing liquidity from traditional finance and plans to launch over 100 TradFi markets this summer. Variational is developing a retail-friendly brokerage app offering zero-fee trading and utilizing a Request-for-Quote system to create deeper markets.

- Arbitrum-based derivatives startup Variational has raised a $50 million Series A round led by Dragonfly Capital, with participation from Bain Capital Crypto and Coinbase Ventures.  
- The company aims to bring liquidity from traditional finance to onchain trading and plans to roll out over 100 TradFi markets this summer, starting with gold, silver, copper, and oil.  
- By using a Request-for-Quote system and aiming for a retail-friendly approach, Variational seeks to enhance liquidity and make trading more accessible, competing with existing platforms.

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Arbitrum-based derivatives venue Variational raises $50 million Series A led by Dragonfly

OKX has launched USDSⓈ-M Options on Bitcoin and Ether, providing dollar-denominated margin, premium, and settlement for traders in the UAE and Australia. This new product aims to meet institutional compliance needs by allowing margin posting and settlement in USD, USDC, or USDG. The options integrate into OKX's unified margin pool, enabling efficient management of options and derivatives without collateral fragmentation.

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The Trump administration plans to propose a framework for trading tokenized securities on cryptocurrency platforms. Reports suggest the SEC may allow tokens representing public company shares without the companies' consent.

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Minnesota has passed a law allowing banks and credit unions to offer cryptocurrency custody services, effective August 1, 2026. Institutions must implement risk management policies and notify the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce before starting these services. This legislation aims to provide safer crypto management for residents. Additionally, a separate bill bans crypto ATMs and kiosks in the state, requiring their removal by December 31.

- Minnesota has passed a bill allowing banks and credit unions to provide cryptocurrency custody services, effective August 1, 2026.  
- The legislation mandates financial institutions to implement risk management policies and submit notifications to the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce before starting these services.  
- Additionally, another bill has banned crypto ATMs and kiosks, requiring their removal by December 31, highlighting a growing regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrency in the state.

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Minnesota signs law allowing banks, credit unions to offer crypto custody services

The prediction market Polymarket has experienced notable fluctuations in its event 'Bitcoin above ___ on May 16?' According to ChainCatcher, the 'Yes' option for the sub-market '78,000' saw its probability plummet from 59.65% to 42.25% within an hour, marking a significant 17.4% drop. Observers are advised to consider the impact of any related breaking news.

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Polymarket Bitcoin Prediction Sees Significant Volatility

Payward, the parent company of Kraken, has received preliminary approval from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority in Dubai, allowing it to expand its services in the UAE. This authorization enables Kraken to operate fully in the UAE market, offering a comprehensive range of services as one of the oldest and most liquid cryptocurrency platforms globally.

- Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency platform Kraken, has expanded into the United Arab Emirates.  
- It received preliminary approval for a broker-dealer, investment, and management license from the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority in Dubai.  
- Kraken is now authorized to offer a wide range of services in the UAE, marking its full operational launch in the market.

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Payward Secures VARA Authorization in UAE, Enabling Kraken to Expand Regional Presence

Base announced that as of May 14, 2026, the total amount paid by AI agents through the x402 protocol payment service has exceeded $50 million. According to Foresight News, more than 85% of these transactions occurred on the Base chain.

AI Agents Surpass $50 Million in Payments via x402 Protocol

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Bitcoin and ether prices have stabilized as derivatives activity recovers, with HYPE rising for a fifth consecutive day, indicating increased market interest. Options traders are preparing for a potential breakout, suggesting expected significant price movements soon.

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Platov.co has launched support for the Nigerian Naira (NGN), enabling users to exchange Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether, and over 40 digital assets directly for naira. This marks Platov's first fiat currency integration in Sub-Saharan Africa, targeting Nigeria's active cryptocurrency market. The platform aims to facilitate accessible digital finance tools amid naira depreciation and a large unbanked population. The NGN support is part of a broader expansion plan across anglophone Africa, with future support for the Kenyan Shilling (KES) in development.

- Platov.co has launched support for the Nigerian Naira (NGN), its first fiat currency for Sub-Saharan Africa, allowing users to exchange over 40 digital assets directly for naira.  
- This move targets Nigeria's active cryptocurrency market, where the demand is fueled by naira depreciation and a large unbanked population seeking digital finance solutions.  
- The integration of NGN is part of Platov's broader strategy for regional expansion in Africa, with plans for additional support for other currencies like the Kenyan Shilling.

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08:41 ETPlatov.co Launches Nigerian Naira (NGN) Support, Bringing Direct Crypto-to-Fiat Exchange to West Africa's Largest Market

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Bitcoin's implied volatility remains low despite a recent price drop. An options specialist recommends a long straddle strategy, which involves buying both a call and a put option with the same strike price and expiration date, to potentially profit from significant price movements in either direction.

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