Latest Crypto News – May 12, 2025: Crypto Market Trends & Predictions
- Anthony
- May 12
- 3 min read
Here is a comprehensive overview of the most significant cryptocurrency developments as of Tuesday, May 12, 2025, encompassing market trends, regulatory updates, DeFi advancements, NFT milestones, and Web3 innovations:
U.S. SEC Plans New Crypto Token Regulations
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announced plans to establish clear guidelines for crypto tokens classified as securities. The initiative aims to promote lawful issuance, custody, and trading of crypto assets while deterring misconduct. Adjustments are also being considered to allow registered broker-dealers with an Alternative Trading System (ATS) to trade non-securities like Bitcoin and Ethereum. This move aligns with President Donald Trump's pro-crypto stance, contrasting with previous regulatory enforcement under former President Biden.
Arizona Establishes Cryptocurrency Reserve Fund
On May 7, 2025, Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed legislation establishing the Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund, making Arizona the second U.S. state to create a cryptocurrency reserve fund, following New Hampshire. The new law also updates Arizona's unclaimed property laws to address virtual currency, aiming to prevent residents from losing out on increased crypto value when abandoned assets are sold. (Axios)
Binance Coin (BNB) Shows Institutional Accumulation Signs
BNB surged nearly 5% to $688.88, with strong volume support suggesting institutional accumulation. Technical indicators point toward a potential target of $750. (Cointelegraph)
DeFi Technologies Lists on Nasdaq
DeFi Technologies commenced trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker "DEFT," becoming the first company of its kind to offer equity investors direct exposure to decentralized finance. The company holds significant digital asset treasury holdings.
DeFi Development Corp. Expands Solana Holdings
The company purchased 172,670 Solana (SOL) tokens, valued at approximately $23.6 million, marking its largest purchase to date. This acquisition brings its total treasury holdings to over $100 million.
MapleStory Universe Achieves NFT Milestone
Nexon's Web3 gaming platform, MapleStory Universe, reached over 1.7 million NFTs minted as of May 12, ahead of its inaugural game launch. The project has seen growing community engagement since the public mint began on May 6.
DeGods NFT Collection Experiences Leadership Change
The founder of the DeGods NFT collection stepped down as CEO after three years, coinciding with a 101% sales spike on the Solana blockchain.
HODL 2025 Conference Opens in Dubai
HODL 2025, the world's longest-running Web3 event, officially opened on May 14 at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. The event brings together global blockchain leaders and follows the Dubai FinTech Summit, which began on May 12.
Circle Mints $250 Million USDC on Solana
Circle, the issuer of USD Coin (USDC), minted $250 million worth of USDC on the Solana blockchain via its USDC Treasury. This move enhances liquidity and supports the growing demand for stablecoins on the Solana network.
🏦 Top 10 DeFi Coins
Rank | Token Name | Symbol | Price (USD) | 24h Change | Market Cap |
1 | Uniswap | UNI | $5.98 | +1.53% | $3.5B |
2 | Aave | AAVE | $227.26 | +0.79% | $3.2B |
3 | Compound | COMP | $44.13 | +1.52% | $290M |
4 | Synthetix | SNX | $0.823 | +5.56% | $410M |
5 | Curve DAO | CRV | $0.694 | +1.29% | $350M |
6 | Maker | MKR | $1,764.73 | +0.56% | $1.6B |
7 | SushiSwap | SUSHI | $0.721 | +2.22% | $180M |
8 | Lido DAO | LDO | $0.939 | -0.51% | $1.1B |
9 | Balancer | BAL | $1.21 | +11.73% | $150M |
10 | 1inch | 1INCH | $0.221 | +1.07% | $120M |
🐶 Top 10 Meme Coins
Rank | Token Name | Symbol | Price (USD) | 24h Change | Market Cap |
1 | Dogecoin | DOGE | $0.2225 | +2.52% | $34.5B |
2 | Shiba Inu | SHIB | $0.00001465 | +2.52% | $9.4B |
3 | Pepe | PEPE | $0.000000000894 | +7.18% | $5.6B |
4 | Floki Inu | FLOKI | $0.000095 | +3.81% | $1.0B |
5 | Baby Doge Coin | BABYDOGE | $0.000000001701 | +5.00% | $1.3B |
6 | Akita Inu | AKITA | $0.00028278 | +0.99% | $290M |
7 | Kishu Inu | KISHU | $0.0000000001167 | -0.67% | $180M |
8 | Hoge Finance | HOGE | $0.00000814 | +3.56% | $120M |
9 | Samoyedcoin | SAMO | $0.00389 | +1.06% | $90M |
10 | Fartcoin | FARTCOIN | $1.30 | +1.02% | $1.3B |
🎮 Top 10 GameFi Coins
Rank | Token Name | Symbol | Price (USD) | 24h Change | Market Cap |
1 | Axie Infinity | AXS | $3.00 | +3.09% | $340M |
2 | The Sandbox | SAND | $0.313 | +1.28% | $470M |
3 | Decentraland | MANA | $0.332 | +1.06% | $610M |
4 | GALA | GALA | $0.0194 | +3.83% | $680M |
5 | Illuvium | ILV | $13.89 | +5.23% | $1.2B |
6 | Yield Guild Games | YGG | $0.213 | +3.08% | $190M |
7 | ApeCoin | APE | $0.653 | +7.78% | $2.1B |
8 | Radio Caca | RACA | $0.000087 | +1.78% | $290M |
9 | Enjin Coin | ENJ | $0.0888 | +3.93% | $800M |
10 | Ultra | UOS | $0.0673 | -3.54% | $120M |
Note: This is not financial advice. Always do your own research before investing.
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