1inch has announced a collaboration with Certora to bolster the security of its cross-chain swap operations. According to NS3.AI, Certora conducted a thorough review of the protocol's architecture, focusing on its structure, incentives, and execution timing. This assessment aimed to identify potential risks associated with delays or malfunctions in a live environment, ensuring a more secure and reliable experience for users.

Admiral Samuel Paparo informed Congress that the U.S. military is actively running a node on the Bitcoin network for monitoring and operational tests, rather than mining activities. According to NS3.AI, Paparo highlighted the military's interest in Bitcoin's cryptography, blockchain structure, and reusable proof of work as potential tools for securing networks and enhancing military operations. This disclosure marks the first public confirmation by a current U.S. combatant commander of direct involvement in the Bitcoin network.

The SPDR Gold Trust, the world's largest gold exchange-traded fund, reported a reduction in its holdings by 1.714 tons. According to Jin10, the current holdings now stand at 1,049.193 tons.

3F has successfully completed a $4 million funding round, with Maven 11 leading the investment. According to NS3.AI, the company plans to utilize the funds to provide one-click leveraged exposure to Real World Assets (RWAs) through the Morpho platform. This strategic move aims to simplify access to RWAs for investors, enhancing their ability to leverage these assets efficiently.

U.S. President Donald Trump has called for an investigation into prediction markets, citing concerns over insider betting and the involvement of federal employees. According to NS3.AI, Trump expressed his apprehension about the world increasingly resembling a casino, particularly in the context of insider trading linked to wars. He further stated that he has never been a strong supporter of these betting platforms and conceptually opposes gambling.

The Department of Justice has arrested Army Master Sergeant Gannon Ken Van Dyke, accusing him of using confidential information to place $33,000 in bets on Polymarket related to a raid targeting Nicolas Maduro. According to NS3.AI, an indictment unsealed on Thursday reveals Van Dyke's involvement in the planning and execution of the operation, which resulted in him winning approximately $400,000. The indictment further states that Van Dyke subsequently withdrew the funds, converted the winnings to bridged USDC, and transferred them through a foreign cryptocurrency vault and a brokerage account.

Quantitative trading firm Jane Street has filed a motion to dismiss the insider trading and market manipulation lawsuit brought against it by Terraform Labs. According to Odaily, Terraform Labs accused Jane Street of contributing to the collapse of the UST/LUNA algorithmic stablecoin. In documents submitted to the federal court in the Southern District of New York, Jane Street described the lawsuit as "baseless," suggesting that it is an attempt by Terraform's bankrupt estate to shift the blame for the multi-billion dollar ecosystem collapse onto third parties. The company has requested the court to dismiss the case "with prejudice," meaning the plaintiff would be barred from filing another lawsuit on the same grounds. Jane Street further emphasized that Terraform's fraudulent activities have already been prosecuted, adjudicated, and penalized, asserting that it was not involved in these actions. Do Kwon, the former CEO of Terraform Labs, has previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy and wire fraud charges and is currently serving a 15-year sentence. A jury has also found Terraform and Kwon guilty of securities fraud.

U.S. federal authorities have arrested a special forces soldier involved in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, according to ABC News. The soldier is accused of profiting over $409,000 by betting on Maduro's ousting. According to Odaily, federal investigators believe the commando placed bets exceeding $33,000 on the prediction market Polymarket just hours before U.S. President Donald Trump announced Maduro's capture in January. These bets resulted in profits of over $409,000, prompting an internal review within the prediction market and a months-long investigation into insider trading.

US President Trump stated on social media that the US met with high-level representatives from Israel and Lebanon at the White House today. The meeting went very smoothly. The US will work with Lebanon to help it protect itself from Hezbollah threats. The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended for three weeks. I look forward to hosting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Lebanese President Aoun soon.

The Fellowship political action committee (PAC), aligned with the cryptocurrency sector and led by Tether's head of government affairs, has reported spending over $3 million on advertising for U.S. Senate races. According to Cointelegraph, the majority of this expenditure is directed towards supporting a Republican candidate in Texas. In a recent filing with the U.S. Federal Election Commission (FEC), Fellowship PAC disclosed that it allocated $1.75 million to back Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Paxton, a Republican, is competing against incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a runoff scheduled for May 26, which will determine the party's candidate for the 2026 U.S. Senate race. The PAC's financial support for Paxton is part of a broader strategy to influence key political contests. Beyond Texas, Fellowship PAC has invested $350,000 in advertising for Mike Collins in Georgia's Senate race, $350,000 for Barry Moore in Alabama's Senate race, and $250,000 and $350,000 for Blake Miguez and Julia Letlow, respectively, in Louisiana's House and Senate races. All these expenditures were facilitated through the Nxum Group, a marketing firm co-founded by Bo Hines, former White House crypto adviser and Tether US CEO. Launched in September, Fellowship PAC claims to have amassed over $100 million from undisclosed investors within the crypto industry. Despite reporting $11 million in contributions to the FEC, there are no additional filings or public records revealing crypto-associated backers. Crypto-backed PACs like Fellowship and Fairshake are anticipated to impact the 2026 U.S. midterm elections by funding media and advertising campaigns for candidates they deem "pro-crypto." Fairshake and its affiliates have reportedly spent over $131 million in 2024, potentially swaying voters in crucial battleground states. Ken Paxton's tenure as Texas Attorney General has been marred by corruption allegations, culminating in his impeachment by the state's House of Representatives in 2023, followed by his acquittal by the Texas Senate. The upcoming November U.S. Senate election may see either Paxton or Cornyn facing Democratic candidate James Talarico. In related news, prediction markets platform Kalshi has imposed financial penalties and bans on three candidates from Minnesota, Texas, and Virginia for insider trading. The Texas candidate, Ezekiel Enriquez, was found to have purchased contracts related to his own candidacy for Texas' 21st Congressional District. Kalshi has suspended Enriquez from accessing its platform for five years and imposed a financial penalty of $784.20.

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