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Bitcoin treasury companies in Europe struggle with shareholder cost issues
European Bitcoin treasury firms are navigating complex financing structures that aim to increase Bitcoin holdings without diluting shareholder value.
MiCA deadline likely to shift smaller crypto apps into licensed custody rails
The MiCA regulatory deadline is pushing smaller European crypto platforms to adopt licensed infrastructure providers to maintain compliance and service continuity.
Polymarket paid creators to stage fake winning bets on dummy sites: WSJ
A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals that Polymarket paid influencers to film fake, staged winning bets on deceptive dummy websites.
$165 Billion Stock Selloff Looms as Goldman Flags Rising Leverage
Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan warn that high hedge fund leverage and quarter-end rebalancing could trigger a $165 billion stock market selloff.
Crypto perps’ US future will now be defined by what regulators decide to call them
US regulators are seeking public input on how to classify crypto perpetual futures and event contracts to determine appropriate oversight and legal frameworks.
Unprofitable Russell 2000 Stocks Surge 60%, Outpacing Firms That Actually Earn Money
Unprofitable Russell 2000 companies are significantly outperforming profitable firms, driven by speculative AI-related investment trends.
Anthropic Reportedly Finishes Training Successor to Suspended Mythos 5 Model
Reports suggest Anthropic has completed training a successor to its suspended Mythos 5 AI model, despite ongoing US export control restrictions.
Three World Cup betting crypto wallets have cashed out more than $24 Million
Three crypto wallets linked to the same Binance deposit address profited over $24 million from successful World Cup prediction market bets.
Fentanyl-linked Chinese network tied to crypto fraud from Japan involving fake ‘Zksync.jp’ token: Nikkei
A Chinese network linked to fentanyl precursor smuggling allegedly orchestrated a cryptocurrency fraud scheme in Japan involving a fake Zksync.jp token.
Cardano’s Hoskinson Bets Big on AI as Midnight City Development Pushes Forward
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson is integrating AI agents as core infrastructure to scale communication and activity within the Midnight City ecosystem.
Bitcoin and Oil Markets Brace for Possible Black Monday After US-Iran Talks Fracture in Switzerland
Global markets, including crypto and oil, face potential volatility after US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland collapsed over the weekend.
The Great XRP Retirement: Testing the Math Behind the Hoax
Analysts evaluate whether XRP can serve as a viable long-term retirement asset despite its inherent price volatility and regulatory risks.
Are perps swaps? A quick look at that CME suit: State of Crypto
CME Group is suing the CFTC over its approval of Kalshi's perpetual futures, arguing these products are actually regulated swaps.
Crypto Executive Disputes Claims Anthropic’s Mythos Breached NSA Systems
BitGo CEO Mike Belshe debunked viral rumors that Anthropic’s Mythos AI model maliciously breached NSA systems, clarifying it was an authorized security test.
Africa’s crypto crackdown is really a remittance revolution
African governments are shifting from banning cryptocurrencies to regulating them as they become essential infrastructure for remittances, savings, and cross-border payments.
Could Keir Starmer’s Exit Open the Door to Britain’s Most Crypto-Friendly Labour Leader?
Andy Burnham’s return to Parliament as a pro-Web3 figure has sparked speculation about him challenging Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership.
Why the options boom is changing what investors actually buy
The rise of options and derivatives is shifting market focus from traditional asset ownership toward flexible exposure to future probabilities.
Trump Issues Fresh Iran Threat as US-Iran Talks Enter Critical Phase
High-stakes US-Iran talks have resumed in Switzerland amid rising tensions as President Trump threatens new strikes if regional proxy violence continues.
$2.48B BTC transfers challenge ‘lost’ Bitcoin wallets in Satoshi lawsuit
On-chain activity involving dormant Bitcoin wallets has undermined a legal attempt to seize billions in allegedly abandoned assets, including those linked to Satoshi Nakamoto.
Notorious ‘jaredfromsubway’ MEV bot drained for roughly $7.5 million in counter-MEV honeypot
A prominent Ethereum sandwich bot, jaredfromsubway.eth, lost approximately $7.5 million after being tricked by a sophisticated counter-MEV honeypot scheme.
Japanese Pension Fund Plans Crypto Allocation to Hedge Dollar Risk
The National Business Corporate Pension Fund in Japan plans to allocate 1% of its assets to cryptocurrency as a hedge against the US dollar.
Michael Saylor Teases Next Bitcoin Buy After Urging Community Unity
Michael Saylor hinted at potential new Bitcoin acquisitions for MicroStrategy shortly after calling for unity within the global Bitcoin community.
Bitcoin Price Eyes $24K if US Stock Market Crashes 50% or More
Analyst Jesse Olson warns that Bitcoin could drop toward $24,000 if a severe stock market crash occurs.
FCC robocall rule could make phone accounts a richer target for crypto attackers
The FCC's proposed telecom KYC requirements could increase security risks for crypto users by centralizing sensitive identity data on phone accounts.
Stablecoin regulation converts issuers into psuedo-banks while adding a barrier to entry for smaller players
New federal regulations are transforming stablecoin issuers into bank-like entities, imposing high compliance costs that favor large players over smaller competitors.
Ethereum’s Jaredfromsubway MEV bot drained after approving its own $7.5M theft
The prominent Jaredfromsubway.eth MEV bot lost $7.5 million after being tricked into approving transactions that allowed attackers to drain its tokens.
Bitcoin ETF Outflows Hit Record $6.35 Billion: Has Selling Peaked?
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a historic $6.35 billion outflow, though recent data suggests the intensity of institutional selling is beginning to subside.
Turkish lira stablecoins show why Europe’s regulated euro tokens may struggle
High usage of Turkish lira stablecoins highlights that stablecoin adoption thrives on solving payment friction rather than just regulatory frameworks.
Bitcoin Price Fell 40% Since STRC Launched: Is Strategy BTC-Buying Instrument in Trouble?
Strategy's STRC funding instrument is trading below par, leading to reduced Bitcoin purchases and intense debate regarding its financial sustainability.
Polymarket Accused of Using Fake Winning Bets to Fuel Viral Growth
A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals Polymarket used staged, fake winning bets in promotional videos to artificially inflate its platform's viral growth.
Morgan Stanley’s proposed 0.14% ETH and SOL fees could turn the next crypto ETF race into a price fight
Morgan Stanley is undercutting competitors with a 0.14% fee for its proposed Ethereum and Solana ETFs to capture institutional market share.
Ethereum’s Most Notorious MEV Bot Loses $7.5 Million in On-Chain Honeypot Trap
The infamous JaredFromSubway MEV bot lost $7.5 million after being tricked by an attacker using counterfeit tokens in a sophisticated honeypot trap.
Ethereum's biggest 'sandwich' bot drained of $7.5 million in ironic exploit
The infamous MEV bot jaredfromsubway.eth was drained of $7.5 million after an attacker manipulated its automated trading logic.
SpaceX’s Mascot Shiba Dog Adds $50 Million to a Parody Token
A listing of an official SpaceX plush toy triggered a significant price rally for an unrelated Ethereum-based meme coin called Asteroid.
Bitcoin holds near $64,000 as a renewed Hormuz threat clouds US-Iran ceasefire talks
Bitcoin stabilized near $64,000 as markets navigate US-Iran ceasefire negotiations amid renewed threats to close the Strait of Hormuz.
Bitcoin ETFs Shed a Record $6.4B in 30 Days
US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a record $6.35 billion net outflow over 30 days amid cooling market sentiment and macroeconomic pressures.
MEV Bot Jaredfromsubway.eth Exploited For $7.5M
The prominent MEV bot Jaredfromsubway.eth lost $7.5 million after attackers tricked its automated systems into granting unauthorized token approvals.
Bitcoin miner Bitdeer mined 921 BTC, but its smaller stash raises a bigger question
Bitdeer significantly increased its Bitcoin production but maintains a small treasury, highlighting the company's reliance on selling assets to fund its AI pivot.
Secret Network’s Axelar bridge drained for $4.67 million in infinite-mint exploit that went unnoticed for seven days
An exploit in Secret Network’s Axelar bridge allowed an attacker to drain $4.67 million in assets undetected for seven days.
HYPE, JTO and WLD wins are looking more like exceptions than an altcoin season signal
Recent gains in select altcoins appear to be isolated events driven by specific catalysts rather than a broad-based altcoin market season.
Main Street msUSD Stablecoin Loses Dollar Peg and Crashes 90%
The msUSD stablecoin collapsed by 90% after verification provider Accountable terminated its agreement, citing failure to meet standards.
Bitcoin Rotations Into Altcoin Market is Collapsing: Is Altseason Postponed?
Data from CryptoQuant suggests that Bitcoin-to-altcoin capital rotation has significantly declined, raising doubts about the return of a broad altseason.
Charles Schwab is working with Cboe to launch S&P 500 ‘yes-or-no’ binary options contracts: WSJ
Charles Schwab is partnering with Cboe to launch S&P 500 binary options, marking its entry into prediction-style financial products.
CZ Floats Freezing Satoshi’s Bitcoin Over Quantum Risk
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao discussed a community-led proposal to freeze quantum-vulnerable Bitcoin addresses to prevent potential future theft by quantum computers.
Why a resilient jobs market keeps turning into a Bitcoin sell signal
A strong U.S. labor market dampens Bitcoin's price by signaling that the Federal Reserve will likely maintain high interest rates.
Kiyosaki Eyes Gold, Silver Rebound as Hormuz Risks Keep Safe-Haven Case Alive
Robert Kiyosaki plans to buy gold, silver, Bitcoin, and Ethereum once technical charts show a reversal amid ongoing geopolitical instability in the Strait of Hormuz.
Bitcoin shrugged off Japan’s rate hike – The bigger liquidity test came from Washington
Bitcoin remained stable following a Bank of Japan interest rate hike, but subsequently faced downward pressure due to hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve.
Michael Saylor Touts $48 Billion Bitcoin Turnaround, But Can MicroStrategy’s STRC Survive 2026?
Michael Saylor highlights a massive Bitcoin surplus, yet MicroStrategy’s STRC preferred stock faces scrutiny after trading below its $100 target.
Andre Cronje, two others resign from Sonic Labs board as S token trades 97% below its peak
Andre Cronje and two other board members have resigned from Sonic Labs amid a leadership overhaul and a significant decline in S token value.
AI is making crypto security cheaper, faster and harder to ignore
AI-powered tools like Mythos are making smart contract security more accessible, potentially forcing the crypto industry to adopt higher standards for due diligence.
Texas questions whether AI data centers should pay for the grid they strain
Governor Greg Abbott is directing Texas regulators to shift infrastructure costs from residential ratepayers to energy-intensive AI data centers and Bitcoin miners.
How STRC lost its par: The timeline behind Strategy's preferred-stock meltdown
Strategy’s preferred stock STRC dropped significantly below its $100 par value amid falling Bitcoin prices, reduced liquidity, and shifting investor sentiment.
AI is pushing crypto media into a fight over trusted market data
Artificial intelligence is forcing crypto media outlets to transform from news publishers into institutional-grade data and analytics platforms to survive.
Students are Ditching Computer Science as AI Job Fears Grow
College students are increasingly avoiding computer science majors due to fears that artificial intelligence will automate entry-level roles.
Pudgy Penguins Pushes Beyond NFTs With Target Card Launch
Pudgy Penguins is expanding its physical presence by launching its Vibes Series 3 trading card game in U.S. Target stores nationwide.
Bitcoin’s ‘digital credit’ yield trade breaks below par as margin calls hit $10 billion market
Leveraged Bitcoin-linked yield products faced a sharp selloff this week as margin calls triggered forced liquidations, testing the market's stability.
Donald Trump Speaks on Anthropic and Claude Fable 5 Controversy
President Trump eased tensions with Anthropic following a security controversy involving export restrictions on their advanced Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models.
Andre Cronje Exits Sonic Board as S Token Slides 40%
Andre Cronje and two co-founders have resigned from the Sonic Labs board amid a significant decline in the value of the S token.
Ethereum Crisis or Overblown FUD? Tom Lee Rejects Funding Fears
Tom Lee dismisses concerns regarding a potential Ethereum funding crisis, arguing that network staking and independent teams ensure its long-term stability.
Philippines Is Ready for RWA Tokenization, SEC Commissioner Says
Philippine SEC Commissioner Rogelio Quevedo announced the country has the regulatory framework necessary to support the tokenization of real-world assets.
Crypto Kidnappers Plead Guilty in $8M Minnesota Robbery
Two brothers pleaded guilty to kidnapping a Minnesota family at gunpoint and forcing them to transfer $8 million in cryptocurrency.
Venus Protocol Launches Tokenized Stocks as Collateral on BNB Chain
Venus Protocol now allows users to use Binance tokenized stocks as collateral to borrow assets on the BNB Chain.
Sonic Token Falls 5% As Long-Standing Execs Resign
Sonic Labs' native S token dropped 5% following the resignation of three high-profile board members, including former CEO Michael Kong and Andre Cronje.
Charles Schwab to Enter Prediction Markets with S&P 500 Wagers: WSJ
Charles Schwab is partnering with Cboe Global Markets to offer yes-or-no prediction contracts on S&P 500 performance.
WhiteBIT Gains MiCA Approval in Austria, Expands Access Across Europe
WhiteBIT has secured MiCA authorization in Austria, enabling the exchange to provide regulated cryptocurrency services across the European Economic Area.
Franklin Templeton new ETFs would convert US companies stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure
Franklin Templeton has filed for new ETFs that automatically convert stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure, targeting traditional equity investors.
Is Bitcoin-Backed Digital Credit Dead After MicroStrategy’s STRC Crash?
MicroStrategy’s STRC shares recently fell below their $100 par value, leading critics to question the viability of Bitcoin-backed digital credit products.
JPMorgan: Bitcoin Mining Costs Have ‘Worsened’ as BTC Trades Below Production Cost
JPMorgan reports that Bitcoin miners face unprofitability as mining costs exceed the asset's market price, forcing record-breaking sell-offs.
Republican Lawmaker Proposes Prediction Markets Insider Trading Ban, Not Including White House Officials
Representative Bryan Steil introduced a bill to prevent members of Congress from betting on political outcomes via prediction markets.
AI Won’t Make You a Good Trader, But Here’s How the Pros Use It Anyway
Leading crypto analysts emphasize that while AI accelerates research and data processing, human judgment remains essential for successful trading.