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Fidelity joins Wall Street's race to manage stablecoin reserves
Fidelity Investments is launching a money market fund to help stablecoin issuers manage reserves in compliance with the GENIUS Act.
Snapchat’s Parent Company Launches $2,000 AR Glasses, But Stockholders Didn’t Like It
Snap stock dropped nearly 10% after the company unveiled its $2,195 augmented reality glasses, raising investor concerns over pricing and market competition.
Crypto markets wobble after hawkish Fed outlook in Kevin Warsh’s first FOMC meeting
Cryptocurrency prices declined as investors reacted to a hawkish interest rate outlook following Kevin Warsh’s first FOMC meeting as Federal Reserve chair.
XRP Leverage Hits 2026 High as Price Defends Make-or-Break Support
XRP's estimated leverage on Binance has reached a 2026 high, signaling high market risk as the token defends critical price support.
Trump to Return Iran’s Frozen Money to Protect the Dollar
President Trump plans to return Iran's frozen assets to maintain global trust in the U.S. dollar and its status as a reserve currency.
Fed Signals Possible Rate Hikes as Kevin Warsh Opens ‘New Chapter’ at Central Bank
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but signaled potential future hikes under new Chair Kevin Warsh amid persistent inflation concerns.
Gold Confirms a New Low as Clem Chambers Warns the Worst isn’t ‘Impossible’
Gold has hit a new low, with expert Clem Chambers warning that the metal's previous parabolic rally may face further significant declines.
Kevin Warsh Sends Bitcoin and Gold Lower in First FOMC Press Conference: What Did He Say?
Bitcoin and gold prices fell after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's debut press conference emphasized inflation control and a shift away from forward guidance.
Blockchain.com Adds 173 Tokenized Stocks Through Ondo
Blockchain.com has partnered with Ondo Finance to add 173 new tokenized stocks and ETFs to its platform, expanding its real-world asset offerings.
Here is how Coinbase plan to survive the crypto downturn by ditching its reliance on trading fees
Coinbase is diversifying its revenue beyond spot trading by launching new products in derivatives, stablecoins, and AI integration to combat market volatility.
Altcoins See $266B Net Selling Volumes: Where Is The Capital Going?
Altcoin markets hit record net selling of $266 billion as liquidity shifts toward derivatives, metals, and pre-IPO assets.
Bitcoin layer-2s face a bear-market reality check
The shutdown of Botanix signals that developers are shifting focus from general-purpose Bitcoin applications toward specialized utility like secure, Bitcoin-backed lending.
Elon Musk’s wealth has now surpassed Bitcoin market cap amid SpaceX’s continued rally
Elon Musk's net worth has exceeded Bitcoin’s market capitalization as SpaceX shares surge following a high-profile public listing.
FIFA wanted Avalanche's blockchain to help curb World Cup ticket scalping. Here's how it's going
FIFA is testing an Avalanche-based ticketing system to reduce fraud and scalping by controlling resale markets through digital rights.
‘One of the most anti-crypto laws in the US’: Illinois Gov. Pritzker signs 0.2% crypto tax
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Digital Asset Tax Act, imposing a controversial 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions starting in 2027.
Warsh Hawkish Shock: 9 Fed Officials Signal 2026 Rate Hike
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh signaled a hawkish shift as nine FOMC officials projected potential 2026 rate hikes amid persistent inflation.
Fed holds rates steady in first decision under new Chairman Kevin Warsh
The Federal Reserve maintained interest rates at 3.50%-3.75% during Kevin Warsh's debut policy meeting as Chairman.
Kalshi adds software partner as it looks to boost prediction market surveillance
Kalshi has partnered with StarCompliance to monitor employee activity on prediction markets amid rising insider trading concerns.
Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Bets 70% of His Portfolio on Bitcoin, Eyes $1 Million Price
Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas has allocated 70% of his investment portfolio to Bitcoin, citing its superiority over traditional fiat currencies.
World Cup bettors are losing millions on Polymarket’s “safe” favorites
Bettors on Polymarket are suffering massive losses as unexpected draws in World Cup matches frequently defeat large wagers placed on tournament favorites.
Crypto industry aghast at Illinois' new tax on holding or transferring digital assets in state budget
Illinois has introduced a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions and storage, drawing significant backlash from the cryptocurrency industry.
Crypto Long & Short: The measure of a maturing market
Trusted indexes and the convergence of traditional finance with digital assets are essential drivers for institutional crypto market maturity.
Bybit added to Singapore MAS Investor Alert List
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has added the cryptocurrency exchange Bybit to its Investor Alert List for potentially misleading consumer perceptions.
Grayscale Names 5 DeFi Altcoins With Real Utility
Grayscale Research has identified five DeFi tokens with strong fundamentals and real revenue generation that provide clear value to token holders.
Polychain and Coinbase-backed Satori Finance DEX winds down citing ‘unfavorable market conditions’
Multi-chain decentralized exchange Satori Finance is shutting down operations due to insufficient revenue and challenging market conditions.
Trump’s G7 Summit Press Pumps Bitcoin as Oil Crashes
Bitcoin surpassed $66,000 as President Trump announced a new Iran deal during his press address at the G7 Summit.
Moody’s rolls out credit ratings on Solana in tokenized asset push
Moody’s Ratings has partnered with Alphaledger to allow issuers to embed credit ratings directly into tokenized securities on the Solana blockchain.
Trump comments fuel dispute over Polymarket’s $120 million ‘permanent’ Iran peace deal market
A $120 million Polymarket prediction contract regarding a U.S.-Iran peace deal is under dispute following conflicting comments from Donald Trump.
U.S. Congressman Nick Begich Wants America to Stop Selling Its Bitcoin — And Start Treating It Like Gold
Congressman Nick Begich advocates for the U.S. to retain seized Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, similar to gold.
Sam Bankman-Fried Want’s to Launch a New Crypto After Prison
Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is reportedly planning to launch a new cryptocurrency token following his release from prison.
‘Biggest spend of the cycle:’ Fairshake crypto PAC’s pick Barry Moore wins Alabama GOP Senate primary
Crypto-supported candidate Barry Moore won Alabama’s Republican Senate primary following significant campaign spending from the pro-crypto political action committee Fairshake.
Strategy’s $10 billion STRC Bitcoin yield product sinks to yearly low as market demands higher payout
Strategy's STRC preferred stock hit a yearly low as investors demand higher yields amid Bitcoin price volatility.
Former Ripple CTO Draws a Sharp Line Between Investing and Gambling
Former Ripple CTO David Schwartz argues that investing creates new value, whereas gambling merely redistributes existing value between participants.
Coinfund Leads $32M Round in Stablecoin Infrastructure Firm Trace Finance
Stablecoin infrastructure provider Trace Finance has secured $32 million in a Series A funding round led by CoinFund to support global expansion.
EarnOS launches anti-AI slop app, raises $6 million from 1kx, Circle and Coinbase
Digital advertising startup EarnOS raised $6 million and launched its "ero" app to combat AI-generated bot traffic by rewarding authentic human engagement.
BitGo stock surges on $50 million share buyback as value languishes 65% below IPO price
BitGo shares rose 20% following the announcement of a $50 million share buyback program to support its struggling stock.
Australians are Withdrawing Their Bitcoin Because of This Rule Change
Australian Bitcoin holders are moving assets to self-custody ahead of strict new crypto Travel Rule regulations taking effect on July 1.
Bitcoin Markets Still Spooked by Possible Strategy BTC Sales: Analysis
Bitcoin prices struggle near $64,500 amid investor concerns over potential future Bitcoin sales by Strategy to fund its financial obligations.
Bhutan sends $34.5 million in bitcoin to Binance, holdings fall below 1,750 BTC: Arkham
Bhutan's state investment arm, Druk Holding & Investments, transferred $34.5 million in bitcoin to Binance, reducing its holdings to under 1,750 BTC.
Stablecoin infrastructure firm Trace Finance raises $32 million Series A, says valuation grew 10x from seed
Trace Finance secured $32 million in Series A funding to expand its regulated stablecoin payment infrastructure across Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region.
Crypto’s security nightmare won’t be solved by ordinary audits
Traditional code audits are insufficient because modern crypto attacks increasingly exploit human, operational, and governance vulnerabilities rather than just smart contract bugs.
Limitless CEO says no prediction market platform will dominate, citing perpetual futures precedent
Limitless CEO CJ Hetherington believes no single prediction market will dominate, predicting a multi-venue landscape similar to perpetual futures exchanges.
Oman Launches Mandatory National Bitcoin Mining Pool in State-Backed Push for Regulatory Control
Oman has introduced a mandatory national Bitcoin mining pool, Omanhash.om, to improve state oversight, regulatory transparency, and economic integration of cryptocurrency mining.
Ready Restricts USDC Card Access Outside EEA
Ready has restricted its USDC crypto-linked card service for users outside the European Economic Area following a change in card providers.
79% of Bitcoin Supply Now Locked by Long-Term Holders. Analyst Sees Bear Market Nearing Exhaustion
A record 79% of Bitcoin's circulating supply is held by long-term investors, signaling to analysts that the current bear market may be nearing exhaustion.
Mexican billionaire with 70% of his investment portfolio in bitcoin says it's better than real estate
Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego advocates for bitcoin over real estate, citing its superior long-term appreciation and hedge against fiat currency devaluation.
Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting could be more about communication than rates
Markets are watching new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to see if he reforms central bank communication strategies during his first policy meeting.
Oil finally loses its grip on Bitcoin – but now liquidity takes over the sell pressure
As Brent crude prices fall, Bitcoin's trajectory now depends on Federal Reserve policy, ETF inflows, and market liquidity rather than oil-driven geopolitical pressures.
Nvidia Stock’s Biggest Threat Now Costs $1,499 and Fits on a Desk?
Viral reports suggest that affordable, high-performance desktop AI hardware may disrupt Nvidia's dominant position in the cloud GPU market.
How ChangeNOW Became the Most-Used Swap Route Inside Zelcore’s Multi-Chain Wallet
Zelcore integrated ChangeNOW to provide seamless, in-wallet asset swapping, becoming the platform's most reliable and frequently used liquidity provider.
Gaming Industry Urges Senate to Curb Sports Betting in Clarity Act
Gaming groups are lobbying the Senate to include a ban on sports betting within the pending Digital Asset Market Clarity Act.
CoinMENA, Standard Chartered partner on UAE payment rails
CoinMENA has partnered with Standard Chartered to enhance fiat payment infrastructure for its users in the United Arab Emirates.
$45 Million in Shorts Are Betting SpaceX Stock Comes Back to Earth
Smart money in the crypto perpetuals market is heavily shorting SpaceX stock despite ongoing bullish sentiment from other market indicators.
Crypto Industry Slams Illinois’ New Digital Asset Tax as ‘Most Punitive’ in U.S.
Illinois has enacted a 0.2% transaction tax on digital assets, drawing intense criticism from industry groups who call it the most punitive in the U.S.
FIFA World Cup Bettors Bank Millions on Polymarket as One Trader Wins $9.24M in a Day
High-stakes crypto prediction platforms like Polymarket are seeing record activity as bettors win and lose millions on 2026 World Cup match outcomes.
CoinDesk 20 performance update: Bitcoin Cash (BCH) drops 3.1%, leading index lower
The CoinDesk 20 index fell 1.5% to 1774.43, with Bitcoin Cash and Cardano leading the decline.
‘He had his day in court:’ Sens. Lummis and Gallego press Trump not to pardon former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried
Senators Cynthia Lummis and Ruben Gallego have introduced a resolution urging President Trump to deny a pardon for convicted fraudster Sam Bankman-Fried.
Top 3 Altcoins to Watch as SpaceX and Trump’s Iran Deal Reshape Crypto Markets
XRP, UNI, and HYPE are highlighted as key altcoins gaining momentum due to the SpaceX IPO and a major U.S.-Iran peace deal.
Inveniam to Acquire Mantra After Turbulent Year Marked by OM Crash
Inveniam Capital Partners plans to acquire blockchain firm Mantra to expand its reach in tokenized real-world assets.
A new Bittensor proposal would turn validators into something like fund managers
The Root Reborn proposal for Bittensor shifts validators from selling subnet tokens to actively investing in subnets, aiming to support token prices.
On-Chain, In Court: What Happened in Crypto Legal News this Week
This week's crypto legal roundup covers retrial proposals for Tornado Cash's founder, sentencing challenges for Celsius's ex-CEO, and an insider trading trial for a soldier.
Wall Street is paying up for Bitcoin miners’ AI infrastructure before most of it is built
Wall Street is valuing Bitcoin miners based on projected AI infrastructure capacity, despite significant capital gaps and ongoing construction requirements.
SEC’s Atkins Launches “Make IPOs Great Again” With 2 New Rules
SEC Chair Paul Atkins has introduced two new rules to modernize the IPO process and encourage more companies to go public.
Singapore Flags Bybit on Investor Alert List — What Does It Mean for Users?
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has added Bybit to its Investor Alert List, cautioning that the exchange is not licensed locally.
Bitcoin holds below $65,000 as Warsh faces first FOMC test and Strategy concerns linger
Bitcoin remains below $65,000 as markets await Kevin Warsh's first Fed meeting and weigh concerns over corporate treasury accumulation strategies.
Aster Expands its Token Buyback Program, Price Jumps 10%
Aster DEX has upgraded its tokenomics by allocating 99% of platform fees to buybacks and burns, causing the ASTER token price to rise 10%.
SpaceX's $2.6 trillion market cap nearly double that of bitcoin
SpaceX's valuation has surged to $2.5 trillion, nearly doubling bitcoin's market cap and drawing significant risk capital away from the crypto sector.
Federal Reserve Set to Hold Interest Rates in Warsh’s Debut as Chair
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady as new Chair Kevin Warsh leads his first post-meeting press conference.
Benchmark sees Coinbase moving past ‘cyclical crypto brokerage,’ reiterates $270 price target
Benchmark reiterated a Buy rating on Coinbase, citing its evolution into a diversified financial infrastructure platform beyond simple crypto trading.
Crypto Industry Pushes Back as Pritzker Signs 0.2% Digital Asset Tax
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a bill imposing a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions starting in 2027, sparking industry-wide criticism.