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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.
Zcash Miner Fortitude to Go Public in HeartSciences Merger
Zcash mining firm Fortitude Mining Holdings will go public via a reverse merger with Nasdaq-listed medical technology company HeartSciences.
Bank of America Raises Micron Target to $1,500 Ahead of Results: Are Traders Buying It?
Bank of America raised its Micron price target to $1,500, citing its critical role in AI memory as traders await volatile earnings results.
Bull Bitcoin Secures MiCA License in France, Preserving Full Self-Custody and Privacy Features
Bull Bitcoin has obtained a MiCA license in France, maintaining its commitment to self-custody and user privacy for European customers.
Meta is developing a prediction market app called ‘Arena’ as sector booms: NYT
Meta is creating an experimental prediction market app named Arena that currently utilizes a points-based system instead of cash.
New York man sentenced for $1.4 million crypto fraud scheme using bogus influencer accounts
A New York man received a 15-month prison sentence for swindling over $1.4 million through fake crypto influencer accounts and fraudulent staking schemes.
Five Eyes Agencies Urge Industry Leaders to Act on AI Threats Now
Five Eyes intelligence agencies warn that AI is accelerating cyber threats, urging business leaders to prioritize AI-driven defenses and cyber resilience immediately.
Bitcoin’s Famous Rainbow Chart May Be Breaking in Real Time
Bitcoin has dipped below its famous 'Rainbow Chart' indicator, raising concerns that the long-standing predictive model may no longer be reliable.
‘Quarter-end catalyst or consolidation?’: Bitcoin below $63,000 amid ETF outflows, $10.6 billion options expiry
Bitcoin faces pressure from record ETF outflows, a hawkish Federal Reserve, and a massive $10.6 billion options expiry, keeping the asset in a range-bound state.
Meta’s Zuckerberg wants to build prediction market app like Polymarket and Kalshi: NYT
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly developing a new prediction market application called Arena to compete with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi.
Bitcoin price faces midweek squeeze that will decide whether $60,000 holds
Bitcoin faces volatility this week driven by May PCE inflation data and a significant $10 billion quarterly options expiry on Deribit.
7 Days Till MiCA Deadline: Europe Issues Final Warning to Unauthorized Crypto Firms
The European Securities and Markets Authority has ordered unauthorized crypto firms to exit the EU market before the July 1 MiCA deadline.
DOJ seizes Huione Group cloud computing account used to launder billions in fraud proceeds
The U.S. Justice Department seized a cloud computing account used by Cambodia-based Huione Group to launder billions in cryptocurrency fraud proceeds.
Goldfinch set to shutter Prime after community vote backs wind-down proposal
Goldfinch is winding down its Prime product and halting new development after a community vote favored shifting the protocol to maintenance mode.
European Union’s ESMA Orders Unlicensed Crypto Firms to Exit EU Market as MiCA Deadline Arrives
The European Securities and Markets Authority has mandated that unlicensed crypto firms must wind down their EU operations by July 1, 2026.
BNY sees 'FOMO' driving asset managers into tokenized funds
Asset managers are accelerating the tokenization of ETFs, driven by investor demand and a fear of missing out on blockchain-based finance opportunities.
H100 Shareholders Approve Bitcoin Deal That Would Make It Europe’s No. 2 Listed Treasury
H100 shareholders approved the acquisition of two Norwegian firms, increasing its holdings to 3,500 BTC and becoming Europe's second-largest listed bitcoin treasury.
CBOE Eyes Crypto Perpetual Futures After CFTC Shift
CBOE is exploring converting its Bitcoin and Ether futures into perpetual contracts following recent regulatory shifts by the US CFTC.
Elizabeth Warren once said CBDCs have a “great promise” – Now she’s helping block it
Senator Elizabeth Warren has backed legislation that prevents the Federal Reserve from issuing a retail central bank digital currency (CBDC) through 2030.
Gold, Silver or Copper: Which Commodity Looks Best Heading into the End of 2026?
A strong US dollar is pressuring gold, silver, and copper, with copper showing structural strength due to AI-driven industrial demand.
Cardano Launched Its Biggest Upgrade in Years: What Does Network Activity Say?
Cardano's recent Leios testnet launch has yet to impact network activity, as daily transactions remain flat and active addresses trend downward.
Chainlink Joins Banks to Develop Stablecoin FX Settlement
Chainlink is partnering with European and South Korean banking consortia to test stablecoin technology for streamlining cross-border foreign exchange settlements.
Chainlink teams up with 47 South Korean, European banks to speed up international money transfers
Chainlink and 47 banks launch Project Pangea to enable near real-time, stablecoin-based international money transfers.
Tether-backed Oobit brings USDT to nearly 170 million users of Brazil’s PIX payment network
Oobit has integrated with Brazil’s PIX payment system, enabling 170 million users to easily convert local currency into USDT for everyday transactions.
Trump’s quantum computing push puts $449 billion in “exposed Bitcoin” back in the limelight
New U.S. government quantum initiatives accelerate security timelines, highlighting the vulnerability of billions in Bitcoin to future quantum-computing threats.
US Senate Passes Housing Bill With Four-Year Fed CBDC Ban
The U.S. Senate passed a housing bill containing a provision that bans the Federal Reserve from issuing a CBDC through 2030.
Vitalik Buterin says Ethereum Foundation will cut budget 40% in major reset
The Ethereum Foundation is cutting its annual budget by 40% to adopt a leaner, long-term endowment-style financial model.
US Dollar Index Hits 13-Month High Above 100, Summer Warning for Crypto and Stocks
The US Dollar Index rising above 100 is signaling potential downward pressure for cryptocurrencies and equities throughout the summer.
Bitcoin's recent drop below $60,000 signals Fed, ETF and AI pressures: Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank reports that Bitcoin's decline below $60,000 is driven by Federal Reserve hawkishness, ETF outflows, and capital rotation into artificial intelligence.
Nakamoto Inc. (NAKA) Closes Last Healthcare Clinic, Completes Full Pivot to Bitcoin
Nakamoto Inc. has shut down its final healthcare clinic, officially transitioning into a dedicated Bitcoin-focused operating company.
Bitcoin Suisse Secures MiCAR License, Launches European Expansion from Liechtenstein
Bitcoin Suisse has obtained a MiCAR license in Liechtenstein, enabling the firm to expand its crypto financial services across the European Economic Area.
Why tokenized SpaceX shares ran into allocation limits before retail investors could buy them
Tokenized SpaceX shares failed to launch for retail investors because providers could not secure enough underlying shares to meet massive demand.
Ripple gives RLUSD a MiCA foothold in Europe and route into African payments – but is volume there?
Ripple is expanding its RLUSD stablecoin by securing European regulatory approval and partnering with Flutterwave to enter African payment markets.
The SEC delayed tokenizing stocks, and here’s why that’s a relief
The SEC's delay in tokenizing U.S. equities is a positive step, providing essential time to develop necessary cognitive compliance infrastructure for real-time market security.
Crypto Bloodbath? Not for DEXE, Altcoin Explodes 70% as Shorts Get Crushed
DEXE surged 70% as a massive short squeeze drove prices to yearly highs, though analysts warn the rally may lack fundamental support.
Ethereum Foundation cuts 20% of its workforce as new 5-cluster structure takes shape
The Ethereum Foundation has reorganized into five operational clusters, resulting in a 20% reduction in its total workforce.
Ethereum Foundation cuts 20% of staff amid leadership exodus
The Ethereum Foundation is laying off 20% of its workforce following significant internal leadership departures and a strategic organizational restructuring.
SpaceX Shares Dip Below IPO Price, Valuation Falls Below $2 Trillion
SpaceX shares have dropped below their $150 IPO price, causing the company's total market valuation to fall under $2 trillion.
OKX Europe chief says 80% of crypto exchanges won’t survive MiCA as deadline nears
OKX Europe CEO Erald Ghoos warns that 80% of crypto exchanges may fail to meet the upcoming July 1 MiCA regulatory deadline.
Strategy: The Capital Stack Meets a Falling Bitcoin Price
MicroStrategy faces a critical test of its leveraged Bitcoin treasury model as declining BTC prices challenge its capital structure and dividend obligations.
Big Tech Sell-Off Hits Risk Assets Hard and Crypto Suffers Most
Global tech stock declines have triggered a significant sell-off in risk assets, causing cryptocurrency values to drop sharply alongside equity markets.
ETH Price Falls As Ethereum Foundation Cuts 20% Staff in Lean Reorganization
The Ethereum Foundation has cut 20% of its staff in a reorganization effort, causing the price of ETH to drop by nearly 7%.
Investors pulled $2.5B from Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, but Hyperliquid and XRP still found buyers
Investors withdrew $2.5 billion from Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, while Hyperliquid and XRP funds saw minor inflows, indicating a broader market de-risking trend.
MetaMask Denies Sending On-Chain Message Mocking MEV King: What Really Happened?
MetaMask confirmed it did not send a message mocking the exploited MEV operator Jaredfromsubway, attributing the confusion to an ENS impersonation flaw.
Bitcoin may need to plunge 15% or more to mark bottom, according to this long-time indicator
Bitcoin's historical realized price suggests the cryptocurrency may need to drop toward the $50,000–$54,000 range to establish a definitive market bottom.
Gate Europe Strengthens European Compliance Leadership with MiCA and PI Licenses, Reinforcing Its Regulatory Foundation in Europe
Gate Europe has secured MiCA and Payment Institution licenses, bolstering its regulatory compliance and operational framework within the European digital asset market.
Midas’ mGLOBAL token tracking Fasanara’s alternative debt strategy launches on Aave Horizon
Midas has launched its mGLOBAL security token on Aave Horizon, allowing users to leverage Fasanara Capital’s private credit strategy within the Aave ecosystem.
New DeFi Education Fund coalition seeks to harden crypto against cybersecurity threats
The DeFi Education Fund has launched the Open Protocol Security Coalition to improve cybersecurity standards and engage with policymakers on crypto legislation.
The World Cup Is On And Prediction Markets Are Stealing the Show
The 2026 World Cup is driving massive engagement on crypto-based prediction markets like Zoomex, which offer real-time trading on live match outcomes.
Former Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova joins stablecoin issuer Agora as head of operations
Former Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova has joined stablecoin issuer Agora as its new head of operations to support the company's rapid growth.
In Clarity Act's final weeks, its path through U.S. Senate not getting much clearer
The U.S. Senate faces significant hurdles and a tight deadline to pass the crypto Clarity Act before the summer recess.
3 Market Signs Bitcoin Selling Pressure May Be Losing Strength
Recent market data suggests Bitcoin's selling pressure is decreasing as long-term holders, leveraged traders, and ETF investors reduce their selling activity.
Bitget Stocks Support Direct Inbound Transfers of US Equities with Incentives
Bitget has launched a new incentive program allowing users to transfer US stock holdings from other brokers to its platform with fee reimbursements.
Bitget Rewards Cross-Market Trading With New VIP Miracle Badge Program
Bitget has launched the VIP Miracle Badge Program to reward multi-asset traders across crypto, stocks, and derivative markets.
Kalshi Adds India to Growing List of Restricted Jurisdictions
Prediction market platform Kalshi has officially added India to its list of restricted jurisdictions amid rising global regulatory pressure.
The digital euro takes a massive step forward after winning a crucial European Parliament vote
The European Parliament's ECON Committee has approved a legal framework for a digital euro, aiming for implementation by 2029 to boost financial sovereignty.
Franklin Templeton closes 250 Digital acquisition deal and sets up new Franklin Crypto division
Franklin Templeton has acquired 250 Digital to launch a new dedicated cryptocurrency division led by industry veterans Christopher Perkins and Seth Ginns.
Blockchain data startup Allium raises $40M Series B as institutional interest in onchain analytics grows: Fortune
Blockchain data startup Allium secured $40 million in Series B funding to meet rising institutional demand for standardized onchain analytics.
EU Committee Advances Digital Euro CBDC Bill After Vote
The European Parliament's Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee has voted to advance legislation for a future EU digital euro.
Strategy's STRC slump prompts Terra comparisons that don't hold up, says analyst
Analyst Mark Palmer argues that the recent price drop of Strategy's STRC stock is a market adjustment, not a stablecoin-style collapse like Terra's UST.
Nakamoto Shuts Its Last Healthcare Clinics to Go All-In on Bitcoin
Nakamoto Inc. has officially closed its remaining healthcare clinics to focus exclusively on its operations as a Bitcoin-native company.
Former BIS Chief Softens Stance on Stablecoins, Calls for Coexistence with Fiat
Former BIS head Agustín Carstens has shifted his view, now advocating for stablecoins to coexist with fiat currency to foster financial innovation.
Alphabet Shares Drop 6% as Top AI Developers Shift to Anthropic and OpenAI
Alphabet shares fell 6%, wiping out $250 billion in market cap, as key AI researchers departed for competitors Anthropic and OpenAI.
Senate Passes Housing Bill Banning Federal Reserve CBDC Until 2030
The US Senate passed legislation prohibiting the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC) through 2030.
THORChain resumes trading five weeks after $10.7 million exploit
THORChain has restarted trading operations after a five-week suspension caused by a $10.7 million security exploit.
Bitcoin Suisse Receives MiCAR License and Launches European Expansion
Bitcoin Suisse (Europe) AG has secured a MiCAR license from Liechtenstein regulators to expand its crypto financial services across the European Economic Area.
Bitcoin volatility looks cheap as $10 billion options settlement nears
Bitcoin volatility is currently low as traders prepare for a massive $10.5 billion quarterly options expiry on the Deribit exchange.
The oil scare is fading, but Bitcoin is still trapped by the gas-price hangover
Bitcoin remains range-bound as investors await clearer inflation data following the recent energy supply shock.