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Strategy: A Good Pivot to Get Through the Bitcoin Winter
Strategy has implemented a new balance-sheet management framework to navigate the current Bitcoin bear market and protect its capital structure.
Anchorage Digital Expands TRON Support with Native TRX Staking and TRC-20 Assets
Anchorage Digital has added native TRX staking and TRC-20 asset custody to provide institutions with secure, regulated access to the TRON ecosystem.
Bitcoin rally cools as investors digest inflation data, oil clouds outlook
Bitcoin's gains slowed as investors assessed U.S. inflation data and rising oil prices amid geopolitical concerns.
Near $65K, Bitcoin’s 2 year social media drop off is hiding a $4.3 billion whale exit and a new class of buyers
Bitcoin's reduced social media activity masks a major redistribution, as mid-tier whales sell while newer cohorts accumulate amidst uncertain market conditions.
Ripple Launches Certified Veteran Employer Grants as US-Iran Conflict Intensifies
Ripple has funded $250,000 in grants for veteran-owned businesses through Hire Heroes USA amid rising US-Iran geopolitical tensions.
Crypto steadies as Middle East tensions counter U.S. inflation report boost
Bitcoin and ether prices stabilized after initial gains from favorable U.S. inflation data were offset by rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Japan Brings Crypto Under Financial Market Rules
Japan has passed legislation classifying crypto assets as financial instruments, introducing stricter trading rules and enhanced oversight to improve market integrity.
South Korea to Bring Digital Assets Under State Asset Management System
South Korea is updating its national asset management laws to include digital assets, blockchain-based bond tokenization, and government-backed electronic securities frameworks.
JPMorgan’s ‘Aggressive Buy’ Stock Pick Is Paying Off, Yet Insiders Aren’t Convinced
Broadcom stock is surging after a major Apple deal, but internal insider selling persists despite strong backing from Wall Street analysts.
Czech Republic moves to block Polymarket over unlicensed gambling
The Czech Ministry of Finance has added prediction market Polymarket to its list of unauthorized gambling sites, requiring ISPs to restrict access.
Stripe mounts blockbuster $53 billion bid to buy PayPal
Stripe and Advent International have offered $53 billion to acquire PayPal, marking a significant consolidation in the payments and stablecoin sector.
USDC’s 72% surge exposed the expensive truth behind Circle’s stablecoin dominance
Circle's rapid USDC growth is being offset by rising distribution costs paid to partners like Coinbase and emerging decentralized protocols.
Bitcoin Price Predictions Now Include up to $80,000 Next Month
Analysts suggest Bitcoin could rally to $80,000 in August if it maintains current support and clears key resistance levels.
Czech Republic Blacklists Polymarket as Unauthorized Gambling Site
The Czech Finance Ministry has ordered ISPs to block access to Polymarket, classifying the prediction platform as an unauthorized gambling site.
Japan passes key bill recognizing crypto as financial product, lowering tax rate
Japan has passed a bill classifying cryptocurrencies as financial products, which will introduce lower tax rates and stricter regulatory oversight.
US turns stablecoin issuer Tether into a financial weapon against Iran, freezing nearly $500 million
The US is utilizing Tether's ability to block transactions to freeze $475 million in USDT linked to Iranian state entities.
Fear, Whales and a Supply Ceiling Point Bitcoin to One $66,000 Test
Bitcoin shows bullish potential within an ascending channel, but faces significant resistance near $66,000 due to fading trading volume and supply clusters.
ARK Buys 725K Circle Shares in July Despite Sell-Off
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest acquired 725,000 Circle shares in July, maintaining its bullish position despite the stock’s significant year-to-date decline.
US Treasury freezes over $130 million tied to Iran-linked crypto wallets
The U.S. Treasury has frozen over $130 million in cryptocurrency wallets linked to Iranian institutions to disrupt illicit financial activities.
Live markets: Bitcoin, ether ETFs draw inflows as majors rise as much as 5%
U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs saw significant inflows as major cryptocurrency prices surged by up to 5% in a single session.
WEEX API Broker Program: Turn Your Trading Platform Into a Revenue Engine
WEEX has launched an API Broker Program allowing trading platforms to integrate institutional liquidity and earn up to 70% in commission fee sharing.
Stripe, Advent Offer $53B to Acquire PayPal: Report
Stripe and Advent International have reportedly made a $53 billion joint bid to acquire payments giant PayPal.
UK plans first G7 digital sovereign bond by early 2027
The UK will become the first G7 nation to issue a digital sovereign bond by 2027, utilizing blockchain technology for testing.
What Washed-Out Crypto Sentiment Means for Bitcoin’s Next Move
Declining crypto social volume and trading activity suggest retail exhaustion, while Bitcoin whales are quietly accumulating supply in anticipation of potential market shifts.
PayPal Draws $53 Billion Takeover Bid From Stripe and Advent
Stripe and Advent International have proposed a $53 billion takeover of PayPal to integrate their payment and stablecoin infrastructure.
AlphaX Rolls Out Global Zero-Fee Trading Initiative Across TradFi and Crypto Markets
AlphaX has launched a global zero-fee trading initiative covering TradFi perpetual futures, crypto spot, and crypto futures markets.
South Korea to bring crypto under new state asset management law
South Korea is drafting the National Asset Basic Act to integrate cryptocurrencies and other modern assets into its state management framework.
Zoomex Monthly Transparency Report: June 2026
Zoomex navigated June 2026 market volatility by launching new prediction markets and tokenized equities while maintaining infrastructure reliability during macroeconomic shifts.
Zoomex Monthly On-Chain Report: June 2026
This report highlights Zoomex's June 2026 performance, detailing significant growth in trading volume, multi-chain reserve distribution, and overall platform liquidity.
TeraWulf CEO Cheered New York’s Data Center Freeze, His Stock Fell 7%.
TeraWulf CEO Paul Prager supported New York's new data center moratorium, but company shares dropped 7% following the announcement.
Visa, Mastercard and Ripple back x402 as agent payments average 32 cents
The newly launched x402 Foundation, supported by major financial firms, enables automated machine-to-machine payments using stablecoin transfers.
Kalshi says CFTC, Michigan orders leave it in ‘impossible position’
Prediction market Kalshi faces conflicting mandates from the CFTC and a Michigan court regarding the cancellation of sports betting contracts.
Bitcoin nears $65,000 as cooling U.S. inflation guts the Fed rate-hike trade
Bitcoin rose toward $64,800 after lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data significantly reduced the likelihood of imminent Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
BitMine Revenue Jumps 22x Even as It Posts $9 Billion Net Loss
BitMine reported a 22x revenue increase to $46.5 million, primarily driven by Ethereum staking, despite a $9.1 billion net loss from asset markdowns.
TeraWulf falls 7% after New York orders one-year pause on new data center permits
TeraWulf shares dropped 7% after New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a one-year moratorium on new large-scale data center permits.
Mizuho, JPMorgan Turn Bearish on Circle as USDC Economics Come Under Pressure
Mizuho and JPMorgan have downgraded Circle, citing concerns that emerging competitors and shifting economic models threaten USDC's profitability.
Is Crypto Finally Shrugging Off Iran and AI Hype? Bitcoin and Altcoins Suggest Yes
Bitcoin and altcoins are showing resilience, suggesting traders are increasingly ignoring geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and cooling hype around AI stocks.
DeepSeek May File for IPO This Year as It Weighs Fresh Fundraising
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek is reportedly preparing for an IPO and seeking new funding at a potential $71 billion valuation.
‘BlackRock Dumped $185M in Bitcoin’ Claim Fuels ETF Panic as Trading Hits Cycle Lows
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $430 million in outflows, sparking investor concern amid significantly reduced trading volumes and a broader market slowdown.
Kevin Warsh Calls Fed’s Flexible Inflation Framework a Mistake: What Happens Next?
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh criticized the 2020 flexible inflation framework as a mistake and is launching task forces to reform monetary policy.
US freezes $131M in Iran-linked crypto as Middle East tensions rise
The US Treasury and Tether have frozen $131 million in cryptocurrency linked to the Central Bank of Iran amid escalating Middle East tensions.
SK Hynix Stock: US Investors Paying 51% More Than Seoul Despite a 10% Pop
US investors are paying a 51% premium for SK Hynix shares compared to Seoul, driven by options trading and optimism regarding AI memory supply.
Scott Bessent Announces $130 Million Crypto Freeze Targeting Iran Central Bank
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the U.S. has frozen over $130 million in cryptocurrency linked to the Central Bank of Iran.
How Asset Managers Are Investing in Crypto
Asset managers are increasingly offering crypto exposure through regulated products like ETFs, tokenized funds, and direct holdings to meet rising client demand.
Bitcoin vs Gold as a Reserve Asset
This article explores the distinct roles and institutional adoption of Bitcoin and gold as reserve assets in modern financial strategies.
Ark Invest adds $14 million in Circle shares while selling Robinhood
Ark Invest acquired $14 million in Circle shares and $1.5 million in Block Inc. while reducing its position in Robinhood.
Bitmine Generated $46M from Ethereum Staking Last Quarter
Bitmine Immersion Technologies reported $45.7 million in revenue from Ethereum staking last quarter, significantly shifting its revenue model toward validator services.
5 Big Banks Earned $49 Billion in One Quarter by Owning What Crypto Wants to Replace
Major US banks reported record quarterly profits by leveraging financial infrastructure, highlighting a competitive shift against emerging crypto-based payment systems.
Over 95% of Coinbase’s Code is Written with AI: Rob Witoff
Coinbase now uses AI to generate over 95% of its code, enabling smaller teams to perform tasks that previously required much larger workforces.
Three US Senators Oppose CLARITY Act on Ethics Grounds with Vote Expected Soon
Three US senators oppose the CLARITY Act, arguing it fails to address ethics concerns regarding Donald Trump’s financial ties to the cryptocurrency industry.
Artemis Warns Robinhood Chain’s Biggest Success May Also Be Its Greatest Risk
Artemis CEO Jon Ma warns that the heavy reliance on meme coins for Robinhood Chain’s early trading volume could threaten long-term trust.
Coinbase Reportedly Opens Easier Access for Mainland China: Test of Tolerance or Calculated Gamble?
Reports suggest Coinbase is now accepting mainland Chinese IDs for account verification, despite official documentation and China's strict cryptocurrency trading ban.
Ethereum Foundation privacy team spins out as for-profit EthSystems to serve institutions with Lubin, Bitmine backing
Former Ethereum Foundation privacy team members launched EthSystems, a for-profit firm backed by Joe Lubin and Bitmine to support institutional Ethereum adoption.
U.S. CFTC moves to stop Kalshi from canceling trades as ordered by Michigan court
The CFTC has ordered prediction market Kalshi to ignore a Michigan court mandate requiring the reversal of customer trades.
Velocity Lands $38M to Build Enterprise Stablecoin Payment Infrastructure
Velocity raised $38 million to expand its enterprise-grade infrastructure for stablecoin-based cross-border payments and treasury management operations.
China’s Prosecutors Move to Treat Crypto Mixers as Evidence of Money Laundering
Chinese prosecutors have proposed treating the use of cryptocurrency mixers and privacy coins as formal evidence of criminal money laundering intent.
US, UK Treasuries to Align Transatlantic Rules on Tokenization and Stablecoins
The US and UK Treasuries have announced joint recommendations to align regulatory frameworks for tokenized assets and cross-border stablecoin activity.
Bitcoin pushes toward $65,000 on US inflation relief that may already be fading
Bitcoin neared $65,000 following positive US inflation data, though rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions may threaten further gains.
Lucid Stock Crashes 50% on Alleged False Report
Lucid Group shares plummeted 50% following false reports of bankruptcy and potential privatization, which the company has officially denied.
CFTC orders Kalshi to honor Michigan trades, escalating clash with state regulators
The CFTC has directed Kalshi to maintain trades involving Michigan residents, challenging state-level attempts to cancel them amid broader jurisdictional disputes.
Some U.S. Senate Democrats come out against Clarity Act, calling it a 'corrupt' bill
A group of Democratic senators is opposing the crypto Clarity Act, demanding provisions to prevent President Donald Trump's potential conflicts of interest.
Bitcoin treasuries already faced two collateral calls in 2026 and some loans can liquidate after just 12 hours
Public companies using Bitcoin as collateral for loans face strict maintenance thresholds and short response windows that could force rapid asset liquidation.
Hyperliquid Meets SEC Crypto Task Force in Landmark Talks
Hyperliquid leadership met with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to discuss regulatory frameworks for decentralized perpetual markets.
2 New Deals Make Ripple Productive Capital, but XRP Stays in Free Fall
Ripple announced two institutional partnerships, but the XRP token price continues to decline due to broader market pressures.
US-UK transatlantic taskforce unveils digital asset roadmap promoting stablecoin innovation
A joint U.S.-UK taskforce has released recommendations to foster stablecoin innovation while ensuring strong consumer protections and regulatory clarity.
Airbnb’s 9 million listings could unlock crypto host financing while the homes stay off its balance sheet
Airbnb could potentially leverage its platform data to facilitate regulated, asset-light host financing through blockchain-based tokens without owning the properties.
The Bitcoin Softfork That Tried to Police “Junk Data” — And Why It’s Already Failing
BIP110 is an controversial Bitcoin softfork proposal attempting to restrict transaction data usage that is failing due to technical and philosophical impracticality.
Binance bets on becoming a crypto 'super app' as stablecoins reshape growth
Binance is pivoting toward becoming a payments-focused 'super app,' leveraging stablecoins to provide comprehensive financial services beyond traditional crypto trading.
CoinFund’s David Pakman says crypto hasn’t solved tokenomics
CoinFund's David Pakman argues that the crypto industry has yet to effectively link native token value to the fundamental performance of underlying networks.
The Clarity Act isn't a ticket to sanctions evasion, actually
The Clarity Act provides essential tools and regulatory frameworks to help law enforcement better combat sanctions evasion within the digital asset industry.