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Ostium Perp DEX Hit for $18 Million in Brutal Oracle Exploit
The Ostium perpetual exchange on Arbitrum lost nearly $18 million in USDC following a private key compromise and subsequent oracle price manipulation.
Stani Kulechov on Aave V4, Avalanche, and why RWAs will hit $100 billion this year
Aave founder Stani Kulechov discusses the protocol's expansion into tokenized real-world assets and the upcoming launch of Aave V4 on Avalanche.
The privacy paradox of protecting kids online
Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard argues that online age-verification mandates risk creating mass surveillance databases prone to data breaches.
Crypto Long & Short: To ETH or not to ETH — is SOL the better diversifier?
Morgan Stanley's Denny Galindo suggests that historically, SOL has served as a more effective portfolio diversifier than ether despite higher volatility.
Bitcoin Gets Second Inflation Boost as US PPI Sparks Three-Week Highs
Bitcoin reached a three-week high of $65,500 following favorable US Producer Price Index data that eased inflation concerns.
Sony’s stablecoin plan sends PlayStation crypto rumors racing ahead of the facts
Sony's approval for a stablecoin trust has sparked unsubstantiated rumors about PlayStation integrating crypto payments for game purchases.
High-level White House meeting said to be planned to hash out Clarity Act ethics section
White House officials are meeting with senators to negotiate a controversial ethics provision within the proposed Digital Asset Market Clarity Act.
South Korea to modify 76-year-old law to classify cryptocurrencies as national assets
South Korea plans to update the 1950 National Property Act to formally include cryptocurrencies and intellectual property as state-owned national assets.
Trump’s $1 Gold Coin Is Coming for America’s 250th Birthday
The US Mint is issuing a $1 gold coin featuring President Donald Trump to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026.
VerifiedX and BitGo Sign MOU to Deliver Qualified Custody for vBTC, Expanding Institutional Access to Native Bitcoin Utility, and with Immediate Support for Non-Synthetic Canonical on Base
VerifiedX and BitGo have partnered to provide institutional-grade qualified custody for vBTC and its non-synthetic canonical asset on the Base network.
Wells Fargo Raised Its Tesla Stock Target, but Still Sees a 67% Drop
Wells Fargo increased its Tesla price target to $130, yet maintained an "Underweight" rating, signaling a potential 67% decline from current levels.
Open USD poses biggest threat yet to Circle's USDC, CoinShares says
CoinShares reports that the upcoming Open USD stablecoin threatens Circle's USDC by offering a more attractive revenue-sharing model for partners.
BlackRock Hits $15 Trillion Record While Its Crypto Arm Shrinks 20%
BlackRock reached a record $15.34 trillion in assets, while its digital asset holdings declined by 20% due to outflows and market volatility.
DTCC begins first tokenized stock and Treasury production trades involving JPMorgan, BlackRock and Goldman: WSJ
The DTCC has launched its first production trades of tokenized stocks and Treasurys with major financial institutions like JPMorgan and BlackRock.
Core Scientific’s 75% return on AI deal isn’t the template for bitcoin miners, Bernstein says
Bernstein analysts caution that Core Scientific’s high-yield AI deal is an outlier, not a standard benchmark for the broader bitcoin mining sector.
Tokenization startup Tradable plans to bring $1 billion worth of private credit assets to Stellar
Tradable, a tokenization platform backed by ParaFi Capital, is bringing $1 billion in private credit assets to the Stellar blockchain.
Is Robinhood Chain’s Success Bullish or Bearish for ETH?
Robinhood Chain's successful launch raises questions about whether growing Ethereum Layer-2 activity meaningfully drives demand for the ETH asset.
How EU and UK crypto platforms are already building your 2027 tax report
New EU DAC8 and UK CARF regulations require crypto platforms to collect user transaction data throughout 2026 for automated reporting in 2027.
A timeline of the Ethereum Foundation's ongoing shakeup
The Ethereum Foundation underwent a significant 2026 restructuring, cutting staff and budget while shifting responsibilities to new independent ecosystem organizations.
AMLA Warns Customer Migration Could Strain Compliance at Licensed CASPs
AMLA chair Bruna Szego warns that post-MiCA user migration could overwhelm compliance systems at European crypto firms.
Japan’s Landmark Vote Reclassifies Bitcoin And Crypto As Financial Assets
Japan’s parliament has reclassified cryptocurrency as financial assets, aligning them with securities regulations and enabling future ETF approvals and tax reductions.
Bitmine says ETH staking generated $45.7 million, accounting for 98% of quarterly revenue
Bitmine Immersion Technologies reported that Ethereum staking services contributed 98% of its $46.5 million quarterly revenue for the period ending May 31.
SpaceX Stock Nears All-Time Low, but This Pattern Points to $158
SpaceX stock is near record lows, but a potential falling wedge pattern suggests a rebound to $158 contingent on upcoming Starship performance.
How Crypto Venues Are Building Financial Operating Systems: Binance as a Super App
Major crypto exchanges are evolving into financial super-apps by integrating diverse services like trading, payments, and tokenized assets into one interface.
Keel Infrastructure to Consolidate Three Bitcoin Sites Into One AI Campus
Keel Infrastructure has received approval to repurpose 96 megawatts of power capacity in Québec from Bitcoin mining to a new artificial intelligence campus.
Which Asset Is the Best War Hedge? The 2026 US-Iran Test
During the 2026 US-Iran conflict, US stocks outperformed while gold, silver, and Bitcoin struggled as safe-haven assets.
Circle suspended Tether-backed fund over market manipulation concerns, arbitration filings show
Circle suspended a Tether-backed arbitrage fund after suspecting it engaged in market manipulation to benefit Tether, according to recent arbitration records.
BlackRock's crypto assets fall 39% despite $15 billion of net inflows
BlackRock's digital asset holdings dropped 39% to $48.8 billion due to market depreciation, which outweighed $15.1 billion in net investor inflows.
The launchpad that fueled Robinhood Chain's memecoin boom just gave away all its revenue
Noxa, a major launchpad on Robinhood Chain, halted operations after earning $12 million in fees and redirected future revenue to token creators.
Japan reclassifies crypto as a financial asset, paves way for tax cuts
Japan has passed legislation to reclassify cryptocurrencies as financial investments, introducing stricter regulations and a lower flat tax rate by 2028.
Strategy feels 'very secure' until bitcoin reaches $8,000-$10,000, says CEO
MicroStrategy CEO Phong Le stated the company feels secure about its balance sheet unless bitcoin prices drop to the $8,000–$10,000 range.
Where Crypto Products Lose Money After API Integration
Crypto products often lose revenue post-API integration due to missing assets, fiat barriers, uncompetitive rates, and inefficient transaction recovery processes.
NVIDIA Drops 50% of Asian AI Chip Clients in China Crackdown
NVIDIA has cut over half of its authorized Asian AI chip clients to prevent indirect exports to China and comply with US regulations.
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.