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Bitcoin clings to $62,500 as bears tighten grip on crypto market
Bitcoin struggles to maintain its $62,500 support level as bearish derivatives positioning and negative market sentiment continue to weigh on the cryptocurrency.
5 Senate Democrats Demand Hearings Into Trump’s World Liberty Financial
Five Senate Democrats are requesting hearings regarding a $500 million investment in the Trump family-linked crypto firm, World Liberty Financial, by UAE-tied investors.
CLARITY Act Faces Fresh Opposition From Law Enforcement and Catholic Coalitions
Law enforcement and Catholic groups are opposing the CLARITY Act's Section 604, fearing it undermines anti-money-laundering efforts and public safety.
YZi Labs ends proxy war with BNB treasury company CEA Industries
YZi Labs and CEA Industries have reached a cooperation agreement, resulting in a leadership shakeup and a new governance strategy for the BNB firm.
Cboe revives S&P 500 binary options, chasing a market popularized by Polymarket, Kalshi
Cboe is reintroducing S&P 500 binary options to compete with the growing popularity of crypto-native prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Legal Expert Urges Ripple to Unlock XRP Tokens Faster
Commentator Bill Morgan suggests Ripple accelerate the release of escrowed XRP to increase circulating supply and improve transparency.
Strategy's MSTR Stock Flashes Dot-Com-Era Setup That Preceded 99% Plunge
MicroStrategy's stock faces an 80% downside risk as technical patterns and cash flow pressures echo its historical dot-com-era collapse.
Anthropic Mythos Found Cracks in the Government’s Most Guarded Systems
Anthropic’s Mythos AI model identified vulnerabilities in sensitive US government systems within hours during controlled security testing.
The Runes revival: Bitcoin traffic hits a two-year high as transactions blast past 820,000
Bitcoin network activity has reached a two-year high, driven by a surge in transactions utilizing the Runes protocol.
Bitcoin 'Compressed' at $62,000 as a Four-Year Adoption Trend Stays Intact
Analyst David Eng suggests Bitcoin's price is temporarily compressed but maintains a healthy long-term four-year adoption trend pointing toward $76,400.
GameStop’s Ryan Cohen Walks Away From a $35 Billion Payday for the eBay Fight
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has forfeited a potential $35 billion performance award to focus exclusively on the company's proposed acquisition of eBay.
SBI Group launches Japan’s first trust bank-backed stablecoin JPYSC
SBI Group has launched JPYSC, Japan’s first trust-based stablecoin, to facilitate yen-denominated onchain settlements and financial infrastructure.
4 Airdropped Tokens Won Big in Q2 Despite Market Volatility
Data from CryptoRank shows a stark performance divide among Q2 2026 airdropped tokens, with half losing value and four posting significant gains.
Cardano Project SecondFi Hit by Major Exploit, Losses Could Top $20 Million
Cardano-based project SecondFi faces over $20 million in losses following a critical security flaw in its proprietary wallet generation software.
Law enforcement groups warn Clarity Act could hinder crypto crime investigations
U.S. law enforcement organizations argue that provisions in the Clarity Act could impede investigations into illicit cryptocurrency activities.
Ethereum Foundation cuts 20% of staff as ETH sinks 44% YTD despite record usage
The Ethereum Foundation is cutting 20% of its staff and 40% of its budget to focus on core protocol development amid market challenges.
Bitcoin Broke Down — but $1.17 Billion in Shorts Above Price Says Bear Trap
Despite recent technical bearishness, $1.17 billion in short liquidations could trigger a significant Bitcoin price reversal if buyers re-enter the market.
South Korea Links Token Securities to Wider Market Reforms
South Korea is integrating token securities infrastructure into a comprehensive national capital market overhaul scheduled for full implementation by 2027.
Mark Cuban, Dallas Mavericks face appeal over dismissed Voyager crypto case
Investors are appealing a judge's decision to dismiss their lawsuit against Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks regarding the Voyager Digital collapse.
CryptoQuant says Michael Saylor's Strategy should halt its bitcoin buying
CryptoQuant suggests Strategy pause its aggressive bitcoin purchases to rebuild depleted cash reserves and stabilize its preferred stock.
CFTC Sues Kentucky to Block State Crackdown on Prediction Markets
The CFTC has sued Kentucky to stop state-level enforcement actions and taxes targeting federally regulated prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
Alphabet Joins the Dow While its Stock Takes a Hammering
Alphabet is set to join the Dow Jones Industrial Average, even as its stock price drops following the departure of key AI talent.
SpaceX Came Back to Earth — and Took Elon Musk’s Trillionaire Status With It
Elon Musk has lost his trillionaire status following a 31% drop in SpaceX share prices from their all-time high.
Trump lands in Senate's crosshairs over $500 million UAE investment in his crypto venture
Senate Democrats are seeking hearings into whether a $500 million UAE investment in Trump's crypto venture influenced U.S. policy decisions.
OpenPayd Secures MiCA License for Crypto Services in Europe
OpenPayd has obtained a MiCA license from the MFSA, enabling it to provide regulated crypto services across the European Economic Area.
Bitcoin’s ‘OG’ investors have slowed selling in a bullish sign for the market
Long-term Bitcoin holders have reduced their selling activity to two-year lows, potentially establishing a support floor for the market.
Cboe launches prediction market suite with binary option contracts on S&P 500
Cboe has introduced Cboe Predicts, a new suite offering binary option contracts on the S&P 500 index for retail investors.
Crypto Influencer Impersonator Sentenced to 15 Months in Staking Scam
Noman Saleem was sentenced to 15 months in prison for impersonating crypto influencers to run a $1.4 million fraudulent staking scheme.
US House Sends Housing Bill With CBDC Ban to Trump
The US House passed a housing bill including a CBDC ban until 2030, which now awaits President Trump's signature.
Catholic leaders, US authorities challenge CLARITY Act over illicit activity
Law enforcement and Catholic groups are warning that the CLARITY Act could undermine investigations into illicit activities like human trafficking.
Sweden's H100 shareholders greenlight acquisition deal to triple Bitcoin holdings
H100 shareholders approved an acquisition of two Norwegian firms, increasing the company's Bitcoin treasury to approximately 3,500 BTC.
Blockchain.com Launches Brazil Payments Platform as KuCoin Expands Rails
Blockchain.com and KuCoin are expanding digital asset payment services across various emerging markets like Brazil, Mexico, and Bangladesh.
Latest bear market victim shows how quickly DeFi users are left behind when crypto projects move on
The shutdown of the Swellchain L2 highlights the risks users face when crypto projects pivot and discontinue support for older infrastructure.
KOSPI’s Recovery Fades as Early Gains Evaporate from SK Hynix
South Korea's KOSPI index saw early gains vanish as investors remained cautious ahead of Micron Technology's earnings report.
Live markets: Bitcoin could drop to $59,000 in the short-term as liquidity dries up
Wintermute analysts warn that Bitcoin could decline to $59,000 due to thinning market liquidity and rising geopolitical and economic pressures.
South Korea’s KG Group Picks Solana to Roll Out a Digital Asset Payments Push
KG Group has partnered with the Solana Foundation to develop a stablecoin-based payment and settlement infrastructure for its extensive merchant network.
Bitcoin drops toward $62,000 as the chip selloff deepens for a second day
Bitcoin is declining toward $62,000 as a broad sell-off in semiconductor and technology stocks impacts global risk assets.
Cboe Joins Prediction Market Race With Mini S&P 500 Binary Options
Cboe Global Markets has entered the prediction market sector by launching binary options on the Mini-S&P 500 Index through retail brokerages.
CEA Industries ends proxy fight with YZi Labs, adds Ella Zhang as board director
CEA Industries settled a governance dispute with YZi Labs by appointing three new directors, including Ella Zhang, to its board.
CZ called Hyperliquid’s no KYC model “awesome” – Then mentioned lawyers
Binance founder CZ praised Hyperliquid's no-KYC model as "awesome" but noted the project likely has "good lawyers," highlighting regulatory risks.
Crypto PAC-backed Adrian Boafo secures victory in Maryland Democratic primary
Maryland state delegate Adrian Boafo won the Democratic primary after receiving substantial financial support from the crypto-focused super PAC Protect Progress.
Crypto PAC's $5.5 million Congress pick gets Maryland win, more crypto allies advance
The Fairshake super PAC successfully backed Adrian Boafo and several other pro-crypto congressional candidates in recent primary elections.
Goldfinch wind-down raises a hard question – can DeFi RWA survive real-world debt?
The potential wind-down of the crypto lending platform Goldfinch highlights the challenges DeFi protocols face when managing real-world debt recoveries.
Congress sends anti-CBDC housing bill to Trump’s desk for final approval
The U.S. Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which includes provisions banning a central bank digital currency until 2030.
CryptoQuant’s MicroStrategy Warning Comes Two Weeks Late
CryptoQuant advised MicroStrategy to prioritize cash reserves over Bitcoin purchases, though the company had already begun this pivot two weeks prior.
Ethereum’s Staking Tax May Already Be Obsolete Due To EthLabs
The emergence of the nonprofit Ethlabs suggests a private funding model may resolve concerns over Ethereum's potential development funding crisis without taxing staking rewards.
South Korean digital bank with 15M users turns to Solana stablecoins for overseas transfers
Toss Bank is partnering with the Solana Foundation to conduct a proof of concept for blockchain-based international remittances.
AI chipmaker Cerebras down 11% after first public earnings report
Cerebras Systems shares fell 11% in after-hours trading following a forecast for lower core gross margins in the upcoming quarter.
Senate Votes to Rein In Trump’s Iran Strike Authority: Oil Moves, Stocks and Bitcoin Do Not
The U.S. Senate passed a War Powers Resolution regarding Iran, but markets including Bitcoin showed little reaction to the political news.
Ether Rocked By $170M Liquidation: Are New Lows On The Cards?
Ether prices dropped 5% following $170 million in liquidations, reflecting investor caution amid market volatility and persistent ETF outflows.
What Andy Burnham Means for Crypto in the UK
As Keir Starmer steps down, potential successor Andy Burnham’s history as Manchester Mayor suggests a pro-innovation approach to UK cryptocurrency and Web3 policy.
Crypto critic Roubini joins tokenization boom with onchain 'Technodollar'
Longtime crypto skeptic Nouriel Roubini is entering the blockchain space by co-authoring a whitepaper for a tokenized fund product called USAFi.
Senate Democrats urge Republicans to hold hearings on Trump family crypto ties to Abu Dhabi royalty
Democratic senators are pressuring Republican leadership to investigate potential conflicts of interest regarding a $500 million investment from Abu Dhabi into a Trump-affiliated crypto project.
Crypto users told to pull funds after Ethereum L2 bridge failure exposes rollup exit risk
Taiko urged users to withdraw funds from its bridges after a security flaw in its chain state verification mechanism exposed assets to unauthorized releases.
Mark Zuckerberg Ordered Meta Staff to Develop Moneyless Prediction Market: NYT
Mark Zuckerberg has directed Meta staff to develop a prediction market app called "Arena" that uses a points-based system instead of currency.
South Korea’s Plan to Tax Unrealized Gains Sparks Market Chaos and Black Tuesday
South Korea proposed taxing unrealized gains, causing a market crash dubbed 'Black Tuesday' and sparking investor fears.
Arthur Hayes Sees $40,000 Bitcoin Bottom Within the Next Six Months
Arthur Hayes predicts Bitcoin will bottom around $40,000 in the next six months, despite his long-term bullish stance.
Trump directing ‘government dollars and time’ to quantum security could be a boon for bitcoin
President Trump’s new executive orders on quantum security may accelerate research and development for quantum-resistant technologies, potentially benefiting the Bitcoin ecosystem.
CryptoQuant says Strategy should pause bitcoin purchases and rebuild cash reserves
CryptoQuant advises Strategy to halt bitcoin acquisitions to bolster shrinking cash reserves and manage rising dividend obligations effectively.
Trump’s Iran Deal Crushed Oil Prices, But Veteran Trader Sees a $135 Shock
While a potential US-Iran deal has lowered oil prices, experts warn that supply constraints could trigger a surge to $135 per barrel.
Barry Silbert’s Zcash miner proposes merger, sends Nasdaq stock soaring despite rough month for ZEC
DCG subsidiary Fortitude Mining is merging with HeartSciences to go public, boosting the medical tech company's stock by over 50%.
Kentucky becomes latest state sued by CFTC over prediction markets
The CFTC sued Kentucky, claiming federal jurisdiction over prediction markets following the state's attempt to regulate platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket.
Claude Outage Hits Public Users While Government Tier Stays Online
A recent 85-minute outage affected public Claude users while the isolated government-tier service remained fully operational.
Crypto isn't the Problem with the US Economy, Says Senator
Senator John Kennedy argued that while he supports cryptocurrency, it is not the root cause of current US economic issues.
Mark Zuckerberg Wants Meta in Prediction Markets: Is This His Path to Trillionaire Status?
Meta is developing a standalone prediction market app called Arena, signaling Mark Zuckerberg's interest in competing with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Ethereum Foundation Cuts Another 40% But Solana Founder Calls It Bullish
The Ethereum Foundation is reducing its budget by 40% and cutting 20% of staff to transition into a leaner, endowment-style organization.
Solana is subsidizing high-volume traders before on-chain markets prove the activity can stick
The Solana Foundation's "Frontier" program offers rebates and infrastructure support to attract professional high-volume traders to the Solana ecosystem.
Nearly 100 Catholic leaders oppose Clarity Act over weakened safeguards against illicit finance and trafficking
Nearly 100 Catholic leaders have urged Congress to reject parts of the Clarity Act, citing concerns over weakened oversight of illicit financial activities.
Congress Schedules CLARITY Act Hearing for July 17 in New York
The House Financial Services Committee will hold a July 17 hearing to discuss the CLARITY Act, a major U.S. digital asset regulatory framework.
Craig Raw Built One of Bitcoin’s Best Wallets for Free. Apple Might Kill It by June 30.
Developer Craig Raw faced potential Apple account termination after trying to warn users about fraudulent Sparrow Wallet apps on the App Store.