Latest from Stephen Alpher
Backpack launches BP token on Solana with 25% airdrop, no insider allocation
The remaining tokens are subject to long-term lockups tied to company milestones and a potential IPO.

Tom Lee's Bitmine extends buying streak with $138 million ETH purchase, betting on crypto slump ending
The Ethereum treasury firm led by Thomas Lee now has increased its buying pace for three consecutive weeks even as unrealized losses mount.

Strategy returns to 'small' bitcoin purchases, adding $76.6 million in BTC last week
Led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, Strategy acquired 1,031 bitcoin, bringing holdings to 762,099 coins.

The SEC explains how it's viewing a crypto security: State of Crypto
Joint SEC-CFTC interpretive guidance outlines how the agencies will determine whether a cryptocurrency is a security.

The 5-cent contract that debunked a wartime death conspiracy
When social media declared Netanyahu dead, crypto prediction markets priced it at 5%. The money was right — and Washington wants to shut it down.

Sam Bankman-Fried tries to get on Donald Trump’s good side by backing his Iran strikes
The jailed founder of bankrupt crypto exchange FTX is fueling growing speculation that he is seeking a presidential pardon.

Kalshi gets temporary Nevada ban in dispute over sports betting
A Nevada court issued a 14-day ban on a wide range of contracts from prediction market firm Kalshi as the firm continues battling with state regulators.

Bitcoin's latest fear unlocked as rate hike bets rise and bond markets crumble
For now, surging oil prices and persistent geopolitical tensions are driving inflation fears and weakening traditional safe-haven assets.

Crypto wallet maker Ledger taps former Circle exec as CFO to help lead IPO push
The crypto security firm is expanding its U.S. footprint and strengthening its leadership team as it prepares for a potential public listing.

Iran war volatility is driving oil trading boom on Hyperliquid, says JPMorgan
Round-the-clock oil trading on Hyperliquid is drawing investors beyond crypto as geopolitical shocks expose gaps in traditional markets, the bank said.

