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CoinDesk 20 performance update: Stellar (XLM) jumps 10.5% as nearly all assets fall
The CoinDesk 20 index fell 3.1%, with Stellar (XLM) being the only asset to gain 10.5%.
3 Altcoins That Can Hit All-Time High in June 2026
Three altcoins—STABLE, HYPE, and RAIN—show strong technical patterns and fundamental momentum indicating potential for new all-time highs in June 2026.
Samsung Units To Buy $408M Stake In Upbit Operator Dunamu: Report
Samsung affiliates are acquiring a 4% stake in Dunamu, the operator of Upbit, for $408 million.
Ethereum Retail is in Mood to 'Buy the Dip' as ETH Price Slips Under $2K
Retail investors are buying Ethereum dips under $2K, while institutions and whales are selling, potentially leading to further price declines.
Standard Chartered compares Ethereum to Amazon during 2001 dot-com bubble burst, says ETH will catch up to internal metrics
Standard Chartered draws parallels between Ethereum’s current price decline and Amazon’s 2001 performance, asserting that internal growth metrics will eventually drive long-term price appreciation.
Bitcoin ETFs Turn Negative as IBIT Posts Near-Record Losses
BlackRock's IBIT ETF faced $527.8 million in outflows as U.S. Bitcoin ETFs experienced an eight-day redemption streak amid a price decline below $75,000.
Unknown Sender Burns 107 BTC in Unexplained Bitcoin Transfer
An unknown entity permanently destroyed 107 Bitcoin worth approximately $8.5 million by sending the funds to a provably unspendable address.
Stablecoins were supposed to bypass credit cards, but now Visa is winning crypto card payments
Despite their original goal of bypassing traditional finance, stablecoins are increasingly integrated into legacy payment networks like Visa to facilitate consumer spending.
Theta and XYO partner on blockchain-based verification layer for AI agents
Theta and XYO have partnered to create a decentralized cryptographic proof infrastructure to independently verify the performance of AI agents.
VanEck's tokenized fund lands on Euler as DeFi courts Wall Street institutions
VanEck's tokenized Treasury fund is now live on the Euler lending platform, marking a key milestone in DeFi's integration with institutional finance.
Standard Chartered Says Ethereum Could 20X After ETH’s Brutal Crash Below $2,000
Standard Chartered maintains a $40,000 price target for Ethereum by 2030, likening current market conditions to Amazon's early tech bubble challenges.
U.S.-Iran strikes rattle global markets, send bitcoin to 6-week low
Geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran caused Bitcoin to drop to a six-week low, impacting global markets.
Samsung units to buy $408 million stake in South Korea’s biggest crypto exchange
Three Samsung affiliates are acquiring a 4% stake in Dunamu, the operator of South Korea's largest crypto exchange Upbit, for $408 million.
Standard Chartered backs $4,000 ether as retail piles into the sub-$2,000 drop
Retail traders are buying ether as it drops below $2,000, while Standard Chartered maintains a bullish long-term forecast despite market volatility.
Bitcoin’s famous CME gaps are about to disappear, though three remain unresolved
CME Group has transitioned to 24/7 Bitcoin futures trading, effectively eliminating traditional weekend price gaps despite three historical gaps remaining.
DeFi’s automated yield protocols were built for retail, now they just add another layer of risk
Automated DeFi yield protocols simplify investing but obscure significant underlying security risks that expose users to potential exploits.
Crypto slides on Hormuz airstrikes as $897 million in long liquidations pile up
Cryptocurrency markets declined following U.S. airstrikes in the Strait of Hormuz, triggering nearly $900 million in long position liquidations.
8Blocks: Why Most Tokenomics Fail Before Launch
Most tokenomics failures originate from pre-launch decisions regarding pricing, vesting, and utility that cannot withstand initial supply unlocks.
BIS says tokenization can improve wholesale cross-border payments
The BIS Project Agorá initiative demonstrates that tokenization can enable efficient, atomic settlement for wholesale cross-border payments across multiple jurisdictions.
Polymarket exec says KYC limited to beta product, not existing platform
Polymarket clarified that mandatory KYC requirements apply only to a new beta product and not its existing prediction market platform.
BIS Project Agorá shows tokenized payments can settle in seconds
Project Agorá demonstrates that tokenized central bank reserves and commercial deposits can enable near-instantaneous, lower-risk cross-border wholesale payments.
Bitcoin Late Longs Washed Out as BTC Price Slipped Below $73K
Bitcoin dropped to $72,600, triggering over $935 million in liquidations as market uncertainty and geopolitical tensions impacted crypto prices.
Samsung Units Acquire a $408 Million Stake in Upbit Operator Dunamu
Three Samsung affiliates have purchased a four percent stake in Dunamu, the operator of Korea's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, for $408 million.
White House reviews CFTC prediction-market rule as Trump backs federal control
The White House is reviewing a new CFTC proposal aimed at establishing a federal framework for U.S. prediction markets.
Bitcoin slips below $74,000 for the first time since April as on-chain data shows momentum stalling
Bitcoin has dipped below $74,000 as weak ETF inflows and negative options positioning stall its recovery momentum.
Bit Digital extends $100 million loan facility to WhiteFiber, backed by Ethereum credit line
Bit Digital has launched a $100 million loan facility for its AI infrastructure subsidiary, WhiteFiber, funded through an Ethereum-denominated credit line.
CFTC says it shouldn’t have sued Gemini, joins motion to vacate prior judgment
The CFTC has joined Gemini in a motion to vacate a 2025 consent order, admitting the original lawsuit against the crypto exchange was improper.
XLM Jumps 14% as Stellar Reclaims Long-Term Channel Midline
Stellar (XLM) surged 14% after reclaiming its long-term channel midline, with technical indicators suggesting potential for further bullish momentum toward $0.60.
Diverging trends: Ether slides below $2,000 while futures open interest hits record high of 16 million ETH
Ether price dropped below $2,000 while futures open interest reached a record 16 million ETH, signaling aggressive bearish sentiment and market uncertainty.
Crypto companies have tightened compliance, but gaps remain: Chainalysis
Chainalysis reports that while cryptocurrency industry compliance standards have matured significantly, gaps in indirect fund monitoring persist compared to legacy finance.
BNB Enters US Spot ETF Market Through VanEck’s VBNB
VanEck has launched the first US spot BNB exchange-traded fund, allowing regulated investment in the Binance-linked cryptocurrency via traditional brokerage accounts.
Crypto Markets Shed $80B Amid Fresh US Strikes on Iran
Cryptocurrency markets dropped by $80 billion following reports of renewed US military strikes against targets in Iran.
CFTC Seeks to Reverse Gemini Settlement
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission is seeking to vacate a $5 million settlement with Gemini, citing flawed original allegations.
Crypto Liquidations Nears $1 Billion in 24 Hours as US Strikes Iran Again
Renewed US-Iran military tensions triggered nearly $1 billion in crypto liquidations, disproportionately affecting traders holding leveraged long positions.
Bitcoin falls below $73,000 as BlackRock’s BTC ETF sees second-largest outflows since debut
Bitcoin dropped below $73,000 as U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded significant net outflows, led by a sharp decline in BlackRock’s IBIT.
BlackRock's bitcoin ETF sheds $528 million, the second-largest daily outflow on record
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust recorded its second-largest daily outflow ever, totaling nearly $528 million amid a broader market sell-off.
The UFO Capital of America Has a Bitcoin Wallet: Did Aliens Buy BTC?
Blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence discovered that the City of Roswell, New Mexico, holds a dormant stash of 0.173 Bitcoin.
Bitcoin could be heading much lower, fund manager warns as $150 billion Treasury operation nears
A fund manager warns that upcoming U.S. Treasury liquidity drains may cause Bitcoin's price to decline further.
XRP drops 4% below $1.30 as heavy selling breaks key support zone
XRP fell below the critical $1.30 support level due to high-volume selling, signaling potential further weakness in the near term.
Bitcoin drops below $73,000 as US strikes on Iran spark $1 billion liquidations
Bitcoin fell below $73,000 following U.S. airstrikes in the Middle East, triggering nearly $1 billion in liquidations across the cryptocurrency market.
US charges Google employee with insider trading bets on Polymarket
A Google engineer faces federal charges for allegedly using internal data to profit $1.2 million through insider trading on the prediction platform Polymarket.
US charges Google engineer with using internal search data to pocket $1.2 million on Polymarket
A Google engineer faces fraud and money laundering charges for allegedly using confidential search data to profit $1.2 million on Polymarket betting contracts.
Kraken rolls out Bitcoin vault product for holders to earn yield
Kraken has launched a new non-custodial Bitcoin vault offering a 2.5% annual yield, attracting $30 million in deposits within its first ten hours.
Trump vows to codify ‘future-proof’ digital asset market structure
Donald Trump pledged to create a tamper-proof digital asset market structure in the U.S.
Bitcoin Struggles To Hold $75K As Investors Pivot To Stocks, AI
Bitcoin price has dipped below $75,000 as investors shift capital toward the AI sector and stocks amid stalling US crypto regulations.
U.S. CFTC files request to erase Gemini settlement that it no longer considers fair
The U.S. CFTC and Gemini have jointly requested a federal court to vacate a previous settlement agreement, citing changes in enforcement standards.
The 2036 Issue: What Choices Will You Make On The Way To A Multipolar World?
This article explores the future of money and geopolitics, analyzing how Bitcoin may serve as a solution in an increasingly multipolar global landscape.
Crypto-Linked Payment Card Volume Surges 230% Since May 2025
Monthly transaction volume for crypto-linked payment cards has jumped 230% since 2025, driven largely by increased stablecoin utility in everyday spending.
Bitcoin Miner Inflows Test BTC Demand Near $75K
Bitcoin faces potential downward pressure as miners transfer significant amounts of BTC to Binance, testing critical support levels near $75,000.
Google engineer insider-traded search results on Polymarket, Feds allege
Federal prosecutors charged a Google engineer with insider trading for betting on search trends using nonpublic data on the Polymarket platform.
Polymarket Weighs KYC Requirements amid Global Crackdown on Prediction Markets
Polymarket is considering implementing mandatory KYC verification for users amid increasing global regulatory pressure and legal scrutiny regarding prediction market operations.
Cathie Wood Doubles Down: ARK Invest Sets Bitcoin Base Case at $750,000 by 2030
Cathie Wood of ARK Invest projects Bitcoin could reach $750,000 by 2030, driven by institutional adoption, generational wealth shifts, and its scarcity.
3 Massive Things That Could Happen After SpaceX Goes Public in June 2026
As SpaceX prepares for its June 2026 IPO, crypto markets anticipate price convergence, regulatory risks for venues, and new Bitcoin treasury strategies.
Crypto cash backs potential new allies in Congress as industry's PAC presence widens
The cryptocurrency industry is leveraging massive political spending to support pro-crypto candidates and unseat critics in upcoming U.S. congressional elections.
Cash App lets users send USDC stablecoins on chains like Solana and Ethereum
Cash App now allows its 59 million users to send and receive USDC stablecoins across multiple blockchains without fees.
White House starts review of CFTC’s prediction markets rulemaking as Trump backs agency authority
The White House is reviewing new CFTC rules for prediction markets while President Trump asserts the agency's exclusive regulatory authority over the sector.
Streamex and Orca Roll out Onchain Trading System for Tokenized Securities
Streamex and Orca have partnered to launch a Solana-based, regulated marketplace for trading tokenized assets like gold-backed tokens.
Bitcoin miner-to-AI boom sends stocks soaring as Cipher and Hut 8 hit fresh highs
Bitcoin mining companies are seeing stock surges as they pivot their resources toward AI infrastructure and high-performance computing data centers.
Strive’s SATA Tops Estimated 490 Bitcoin in a Single Day — More Than the Entire Daily Mining Supply
Strive’s SATA program acquired approximately 490 Bitcoin in one day, surpassing the entire daily issuance of the global Bitcoin network.
5 Things to Know About Yi He, First Crypto Boss on Fortune’s Most Powerful Women List
Binance co-CEO Yi He has become the first crypto-native executive to be featured on Fortune’s Most Powerful Women in Business list.
PAC Lauds Texas Primary Wins, Says it will ‘Aggressively Back’ Pro-Crypto Candidates in Future Races
Crypto-backed political action committees are pledging to aggressively support pro-crypto candidates following successful primary wins in Texas.
TD Cowen says Trump’s CFTC prediction markets post unlikely to change legal fight
Investment bank TD Cowen asserts that Donald Trump's public support for the CFTC will not resolve the ongoing legal conflict over prediction markets.
BeInCrypto 100 Institutional Awards Nomination: KuCoin for Best Trading Infrastructure
KuCoin has been nominated for Best Trading Infrastructure at the BeInCrypto Institutional 100 Awards 2026 for its secure, scalable, and professional-grade exchange ecosystem.
Falcon Finance taps Anchorage to issue new GENIUS-compliant payments stablecoin fUSD
Falcon Finance has partnered with Anchorage Digital to launch fUSD, a new GENIUS-compliant payments stablecoin backed by U.S. Treasury assets.
Vitalik Buterin Pauses Essays to Write Decentralized Governance Sci-Fi Novel
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is shifting from technical blog posts to writing a science fiction novel focused on decentralized governance.
US Government Moves $1.9 Million of Seized Alameda Altcoins
The US government transferred $1.9 million in seized Alameda Research altcoins to Coinbase Prime, sparking speculation about a potential future liquidation.
Bitcoin treasury company Nakamoto falls nearly 67% YTD after reverse stock split
Nakamoto (NAKA) shares have plummeted nearly 67% YTD following a reverse stock split aimed at maintaining Nasdaq compliance.
Hut 8 AI landlord data center strategy turns Bitcoin collateral into bridge capital
Hut 8 is leveraging its power assets, long-term AI data center contracts, and Bitcoin holdings to transition from a miner to an infrastructure landlord.
Gold Price is Turning Bearish Fast as Key Support Above $4,300 is Tested
Gold faces accelerated bearish momentum, testing the $4,376 support level as technical indicators suggest a continued downtrend.
Ether Squeeze Risk Grows As Shorts Crowd Near $2K Support
Ether faces a potential short squeeze as rising open interest and short positioning intensify near the critical $2,000 support level.