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Global financial markets are moving rapidly as economic data and geopolitical events unfold. CoinEdition’s Global Market Live coverage delivers real-time updates on digital assets, along with stocks, oil, and economic data, with a primary focus on digital assets. It tracks key developments influencing the crypto market, including central bank decisions, inflation data, and global risk sentiment. CoinEdition helps you follow not just the headlines, but the bigger picture driving volatility and opportunity across global markets.
Legendary Labs, Jinlian Merge for PredictFi
Legendary Labs and Jinlian Capital Foundation announced a strategic merger to expand decentralized prediction markets across gaming, sports, and DeFi. The partnership plans to launch a blockchain-based World Cup prediction platform while integrating AI tools and cross-chain infrastructure into a broader “PredictFi” ecosystem.
Bitcoin Falls After PPI Inflation Shock
Bitcoin dropped after US producer inflation surged 1.4% in April, well above the 0.5% forecast and marking the largest monthly increase since March 2022. Annual PPI climbed 6%, fueling concerns that persistent inflation and rising energy costs could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Meta Staff Protest AI Tracking Tool
Employees at Meta offices across the US launched a protest campaign against an internal AI-training tool that tracks mouse movements, keystrokes, and screenshots. Workers said the system raises serious privacy concerns, while the company argues the collected data helps train AI agents to better mimic real user behavior online.
MARA Sells $1.5B Bitcoin in Q1
MARA Holdings sold 20,880 BTC worth $1.5 billion during Q1 2026 as it shifted focus toward AI and high-performance computing infrastructure. The company used $1 billion of the proceeds to cut convertible debt by 30%, while reporting a $1.26 billion quarterly net loss and an 18% drop in revenue.
Seoul Weighs Hormuz Security Support
South Korea said it is considering several options to support freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, including possible military involvement. The discussions follow an investigation into unidentified flying objects that struck a South Korean-operated cargo vessel near the strategic shipping corridor earlier this month.
Gold, Silver Surge After Duty Hike
India saw domestic gold futures jump 6.34% to ₹1.63 lakh per 10 grams, while silver surged nearly 7% toward ₹3 lakh per kilogram after the government raised bullion import duties from 6% to 15%. Traders said the move aims to curb imports and ease pressure on India’s current account deficit amid elevated oil prices and geopolitical tensions.
Trump and Xi Set for High-Stakes Beijing Summit
Trump and Xi are set to meet in Beijing for critical discussions on trade, Taiwan, AI competition and the ongoing Iran crisis.
XRP Surpasses Bitcoin and Ethereum in Korea
XRP recorded higher trading volumes than Bitcoin and Ethereum on major South Korean crypto exchanges amid renewed retail demand.
Trump Dismisses Inflation Concerns
Donald Trump said Americans’ financial struggles are not influencing his stance on Iran, even as US inflation rose 3.8% in April and gasoline prices climbed 28.4% year-over-year. Trump said preventing Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon remains his sole priority despite the conflict adding pressure to fuel and food costs.
Samsung Shares Hit by Labor Dispute
Samsung Electronics lost as much as $66 billion in market value after wage talks with its largest labor union collapsed, raising the threat of an 18-day strike starting May 21 involving more than 41,000 workers. The standoff comes as Samsung tries to strengthen its position in the AI memory chip market against rivals benefiting from surging demand linked to Nvidia processors.