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Crypto Calendar for May 2026: Bitcoin Pizza Day, Western Union Stablecoin, and CME's 24/7 Trading
May 2026 brings a packed crypto calendar, including Bitcoin Pizza Day on May 22, Western Union's USDPT stablecoin launch on Solana, and CME's move to around-the-clock crypto derivatives trading.
Base Deploys Azul Upgrade on Testnet Ahead of May 13 Mainnet Launch
Coinbase-backed L2 network Base has deployed its Azul upgrade on testnet, introducing a multi-proof system and a unified client stack. Mainnet activation is scheduled for May 13.
Former Base and Aave Designer Benji Taylor Joins X as Design Lead
Elon Musk's X has appointed Benji Taylor, formerly of Base and Aave, as its new head of design. The hire comes as X prepares to launch its X Money payments platform in April.
OP Labs Cuts 20% of Staff as Base Moves to Its Own Architecture
Optimism developer OP Labs laid off 20 employees to streamline operations. The move follows Base's departure from OP Stack and a 36.7% drop in the OP token over the past month.
Solana Launches Payments Hub Featuring Real-Time Transaction Simulator
Solana Payments unifies docs, live network stats, and a transaction simulator for crypto integrations. See how it works.
Stablecoin Transfer Volume Hits $10.5 Trillion in January — Highest Since April 2022
January stablecoin transaction volume surpassed $10.5 trillion, marking the highest monthly figure since April 2022. USDC led transfers while USDT maintained market cap dominance.
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