In recent crypto news, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) acquired 7,390 Bitcoin for approximately $765 million as prices soared above $100,000. However, the company faces a class-action lawsuit accusing its officials of misrepresenting Bitcoin investments. As of May 18, Strategy holds 576,230 BTC valued at over $59.2 billion, reflecting a 47% unrealized gain. Bitcoin also achieved its highest weekly close ever, nearing its all-time high seen in January. The cryptocurrency traded at around $102,615, marking a 20.3% increase over the past month. Meanwhile, Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov resisted pressure from French officials to censor conservative content in Romania's elections, asserting his commitment to free speech. Durov revealed that he was approached by a French intelligence official to ban such voices but refused, highlighting the importance of autonomy in digital communication.

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