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Utah Judge Rejects Kalshi's Federal Shield From Gambling Laws
A federal judge in Utah ruled that the Commodity Exchange Act does not preempt the state's anti-gambling laws as applied to Kalshi's sports event contracts, denying the exchange's preliminary injunction. Kalshi plans to appeal to the Tenth Circuit.
Bitcoin Options Flash $80K Max Pain as Wall Street Loads Up
Bitcoin traders have stacked over $41 billion into futures contracts, while the options market shows max pain targets above $80,000, signaling bullish positioning despite spot bitcoin trading at $64,711.
ChangeNOW Appoints Martin Masser as Director of Strategic Partnerships
Former TON executive Martin Masser joins ChangeNOW to lead strategic partnerships as the platform evolves into a unified crypto super app.
Coldcard Exploit Triggers Massive Bitcoin On-Chain Activity as Hot Supply Nearly Doubles
A Coldcard firmware exploit sparked a wave of Bitcoin transfers, with active supply surging 98% in one week, yet the price remained relatively stable around $64,000.
Luxembourg Expands FIU Alerts to Crypto Exchanges
Luxembourg has enacted new legislation requiring cryptocurrency exchanges to receive fraud alerts from the Financial Intelligence Unit, closing a loophole exploited by criminals to move stolen funds into digital assets.
Bitcoin Hovers Near $64,000 While Coldcard Losses Top $116M
Bitcoin remains near $64,000 despite a $116 million Coldcard wallet hack, fresh Strategy selling, and a stalled Clarity Act, with analysts pointing to a production cost floor at $54,000.
How Switzerland’s SRO Model Built a Crypto Framework Worth Watching
Switzerland's self-regulatory organization (SRO) model offers crypto firms a faster path to compliance than traditional licensing, while maintaining strict AML oversight. The framework, overseen by FINMA, is being refined with new licensing proposals.
Ripple Expands XRPL Tokenization Stack as Institutions Move Onchain
Ripple is building a full digital asset infrastructure on the XRP Ledger, covering issuance, stablecoin trading, custody, and credit, as tokenized assets gain traction among financial institutions.
Binance Launches Lite Loan With No Liquidation for 30 Days
Binance introduces a 30-day bitcoin-backed loan product called Lite Loan, allowing users to borrow up to 1,000 USDT without price-triggered liquidation during the initial term.
US Senators Target Wildfire Bets in New CFTC Rule Fight
Nine U.S. senators are asking the CFTC to prohibit wildfire prediction contracts over arson concerns, while Polymarket defends the markets as informational tools.
Bybit Expands European Footprint With Austrian EMI License
Bybit's Austrian subsidiary, Bybit Payments GmbH, has been granted an EMI license by Austria's FMA, enabling regulated e-money and payment services across Europe and complementing its MiCAR crypto license.
AI Attack Freezes Boltz, Rattles Lightning Network Users
Boltz suspended all swap services on August 3 after AI-powered attacks outpaced its security team, affecting multiple Bitcoin wallets. No customer funds were lost, but the incident has reignited debates about Lightning Network reliance on centralized infrastructure.
Important Ripple News and XRP Price Update: August 4th
Ripple invests in ZILO and Licuido for tokenized asset infrastructure, Mastercard acquires BVNK, and FXRP enters a $280 million RLUSD lending vault. XRP trades near $1.07 amid declining ETF demand and a falling wedge pattern.
Coldcard Exploit Tops $100M as Expert Says Stolen BTC May Be Hard to Spend
Over $100 million in Bitcoin has been stolen via a Coldcard wallet exploit, but blockchain transparency may make it nearly impossible for the attacker to spend the funds without detection.
Morph: No More Backflips – What Onchain Yield Looks Like When It Sticks the Landing
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce warns against regulatory gymnastics in crypto. Morph partners with Gauntlet and Morpho to offer transparent onchain yield strategies.
Sen. Thune Says a CLARITY Act Vote Is Coming This Week
Senate Majority Leader John Thune reaffirms his commitment to a floor vote on the CLARITY Act before the August recess, despite tight deadlines and uncertain bipartisan support.
Base Passes Solana in Curated Capital Milestone
Coinbase's Base has surpassed Solana in curated capital with over $1.6 billion in vaults, becoming the largest Layer-2 venue for such assets, while Ethereum leads with $3.46 billion.
CZ and Willy Woo Debate: Are Exchanges Safer Than Self-Custody?
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao sparked debate by citing data suggesting exchanges are statistically safer than self-custody, though the data excludes recent hacks.
Fireblocks Survey: 99% of EU Firms Back Crypto Rules as Funding Accelerates
Fireblocks' 2026 Financial Grid survey reveals that 99% of European and 100% of UK institutions expect crypto regulation to support adoption, with divergent funding priorities and use cases between the regions.
George Santos Settles CFTC Case Over Trading His Own Kalshi Market
Former U.S. Rep. George Santos will pay over $35,000 and accept a three-year trading ban to settle CFTC findings that he manipulated a Kalshi market tied to his own State of the Union attendance.
Tokenized Stock Holders Near 1 Million After 92% Growth in 30 Days
The number of tokenized stock holders has surged to nearly 967,000, marking a 92% increase in 30 days. However, questions remain about liquidity, ownership rights, and secondary-market depth.
Casino Lobby Fueled NY Lawsuit Against Kalshi, CEO Mansour Claims
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour claims New York's lawsuit against the prediction market is backed by the gambling industry, while the CFTC defends its jurisdiction.
Senate Has 4 Days to Advance CLARITY Act as White House Weighs Deal
The Senate has four legislative days to pass the CLARITY Act before its August recess, while the White House reviews an ethics compromise that could determine the fate of the bipartisan digital asset regulation bill.
Coinbase CEO Presses Senate to Pass CLARITY Act This Week
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong urged senators to pass the CLARITY Act, citing that one in four Americans own crypto. The legislation would expand federal crypto oversight and banking rules, with over 3 million advocates tracking senators' votes.
Michael Saylor’s Strategy Resumes Bitcoin Sales, Selling $105M Worth of BTC
Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy sold 1,638 BTC worth $105 million in the past week as part of its new monetization program designed to boost cash reserves and support dividend payments.
Ether ETFs Extend Weekly Run With $27M Inflow as Bitcoin Loses $61.5M
Ether ETFs attracted $27.42 million in the week ended July 31, securing a fourth consecutive week of inflows. Bitcoin funds lost $61.53 million, while XRP and solana gained ground and HYPE recorded another week of redemptions.
Bitmine Buys Another 10,399 ETH, Treasury Nears 5.8 Million Coins
Bitmine Immersion Technologies has added 10,399 ETH to its treasury, bringing its total holdings to nearly 5.8 million coins, while its staking operations continue to expand.
Bithumb Locks In 2028 IPO as Crypto Listing Race Heats Up
South Korean cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb has set a 2028 IPO target, outlining steps that include governance upgrades and regulatory compliance improvements.
Binance Delisting Triggers Price Decline for PIVX, PYR, and Four Other Altcoins
Binance's decision to delist six altcoins, including PIVX and Vulcan Forged PYR, has caused significant price declines, with PIVX and PYR dropping 20%.
Ripple Expands Tokenization Strategy with Investments in ZILO and Licuido
Ripple invests in ZILO and Licuido to advance tokenized funds and institutional asset trading infrastructure on the XRP Ledger, supporting its broader institutional platform.
Is Saylor's Strategy Selling Again? Lookonchain Claims Company Moved 299.84 BTC
Onchain tracker Lookonchain reports a wallet linked to Strategy moved 299.84 BTC ($18.91M), reviving speculation about a potential bitcoin sale by Michael Saylor's firm.
Robinhood's Q2 Revenue Hits Record $1.31B as Prediction Markets Fuel 10x Surge in Event Contracts
Robinhood reported record Q2 net revenue of $1.31 billion, driven by a tenfold surge in event contract revenue to $156 million, despite a 38% decline in crypto income.
Coinkite Faces Backlash Over Email Retention After $88M Coldcard Hack
Coinkite is under fire for retaining customer email addresses after a seed generation bug led to theft of over 1,000 BTC, despite earlier claims of deleting data within 90 days.
Stablecoin Supply Sheds $15 Billion in Biggest Drop Since Terra
The stablecoin market has contracted by over $14 billion since May 2026, driven by new U.S. regulations ending yield payments and falling crypto prices.
July's Biggest Ripple (XRP) Stories: RLUSD Expansion, AI, and Institutional Adoption
Ripple advanced its stablecoin RLUSD into new markets, launched enterprise infrastructure for financial institutions, and saw over 1.4 million AI agent transactions on the XRP Ledger in July.
Moscow Bitcoin Mining Ban Hits Data Centers Until 2032
Russia has banned cryptocurrency mining in Moscow and the Moscow region from August 15, 2026, to December 31, 2032, citing severe power grid strain from over 65 data centers.
$11 Billion in Crypto Losses Adds Pressure on CLARITY Act
New York Attorney General Letitia James urged Congress to strengthen cryptocurrency regulation, citing FBI-reported $11 billion in crypto losses, and warned that the CLARITY Act would weaken state enforcement against fraud.
Strategy Posts $8.2B Q2 Loss as Coinbase Revenue Falls 19%
Strategy reported an $8.2 billion loss in Q2 2026 due to unrealized Bitcoin losses, while Coinbase's revenue dropped 19% annually amid a trading slump.
Coldcard Theft Balloons to $88M as Exchange Deposits Spike, Old BTC Moves
A suspected third wave of Coldcard-related bitcoin sweeps has pushed the observed incident to an estimated 1,367 BTC, while exchange deposits and long-dormant wallet activity add new signals for analysts.
Coinbase Exec 'Relentlessly Optimistic' on CLARITY Act Odds
Coinbase's Head of Institutional Strategy remains optimistic about the CLARITY Act's passage despite low odds from JPMorgan and Polymarket, citing precedent and procedural progress.
Blackrock, Fidelity Lead $265M Bitcoin ETF Outflows as Ether Gains
U.S. spot bitcoin ETFs saw $265.4 million in net outflows on July 31, led by Blackrock's IBIT, while spot ether ETFs bucked the trend with $9 million in inflows.
Coldcard Exploit Fuels Market Fear as 2 Bitcoin Forks Loom Ahead
Bitcoin slipped below $63,000 after a Coldcard hardware wallet hack drained over 1,100 BTC, while two upcoming Bitcoin forks and persistent ETF outflows add to market uncertainty.
Trump Weighs Ethics Counteroffer as CLARITY Act Nears August Deadline
President Trump is weighing a bipartisan enforcement plan from Senators Tillis and Gallego allowing state attorneys general to police crypto conflicts of interest, as the CLARITY Act faces an August 7 Senate deadline.
CEO Arrested Over Alleged Crypto-Funded Contract Killing
Federal prosecutors allege the CEO of Moneyflip LLC converted $750,000 into cryptocurrency for undercover agents and paid 25,000 USDT as part of a murder-for-hire plot. The arrest highlights growing law enforcement scrutiny of crypto transactions in violent crime investigations.
Uniswap Launches 'Launches' Tab to Clean Up Token Discovery
Uniswap has rolled out a 'Launches' beta tab in its web app, aggregating new token launches from supported launchpads to streamline discovery for users.
Saylor and Strategy Officially Back CLARITY Act for US Crypto
Strategy Inc. and Michael Saylor publicly endorsed the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on July 31, adding the world's largest corporate bitcoin holder to the legislative campaign as the Senate considers a market structure framework dividing oversight between the SEC and CFTC.
Coinbase Hits Record 10.3% Market Share Despite $359M Loss
Coinbase achieved a record 10.3% market share in Q2 2026 but posted a $359 million net loss as total revenue fell short of estimates. Subscription and services revenue hit a record high, signaling successful diversification.
New York Sues Kalshi as Legal Pressure on Prediction Markets Intensifies
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Leticia James have filed a lawsuit against prediction market platform Kalshi, alleging it operates illegal gambling products without a license. The case escalates the ongoing legal battle over whether event contracts fall under federal commodities law or state gambling regulations.
Lummis: CLARITY Act Framework 'Is Not Working' as Senate Stalls
Sen. Cynthia Lummis says current U.S. crypto rules are failing, urging the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act before the August 8 recess, though passage odds are declining.
Base Says Its Distribution Edge Can Outlast Robinhood Chain's Early Surge
Coinbase's Base network is defending its position as an onchain distribution leader after Robinhood Chain surpassed it in daily active users. Base points to its 187.8 million agentic payments and imminent tokenized-stock launch as strengths that can outlast Robinhood's early memecoin-driven growth.
Ripple Expands RLUSD Across South Korea’s Top 4 Exchanges
Ripple's stablecoin RLUSD is now listed on South Korea's four largest crypto exchanges, offering direct won trading and access to one of the world's busiest digital asset markets.
XRP Retail Trading Goes Live on Hong Kong's Licensed OSL Exchange
Hong Kong retail investors can now trade XRP through OSL, which became the first exchange in the city to offer the token to retail customers. The listing expands regulated access as investors watch for similar moves by other licensed exchanges.
South Korea Arrests Suspects in Fake FXRP Scam That Stole $8.6M in XRP
South Korean authorities arrested three men in connection with a fraudulent FXRP investment platform that stole approximately $8.6 million in XRP from 71 victims.
Samsung SDS Plans Stablecoin Expansion With Upbit Operator Dunamu
Samsung SDS plans to combine its cloud, cybersecurity, and IT services with Dunamu's blockchain expertise to capitalize on South Korea's emerging digital asset infrastructure market, CEO Lee Jun-hee announced during the company's Q2 2026 earnings call.
Robinhood Reports Record $1.31B Q2 Revenue as Trading Volume Surges 44%
Robinhood posted $1.31 billion in Q2 2026 net revenue, with transaction-based revenues jumping 44% year-over-year, led by options and equity trading, while cryptocurrency revenue fell 38%.
BetFurry Reports $140M Returned to Players in H1 2026, Highlights Crypto Dominance in iGaming
BetFury's H1 2026 report shows $140 million returned to players, with 84% of deposits in cryptocurrency, highlighting the growing role of digital assets in online gaming.
Core Scientific Pays $42M to Exit Block’s Bitcoin Mining Deal as AI Revenue Surges
Core Scientific paid $41.9 million to cancel a bitcoin mining chip contract with Block, as it pivots from mining to AI colocation services, where revenue now accounts for 83% of total.
Crypto Witnesses 'Biggest Consolidation Phase' As Investors Become Much More Selective, Says ARK Analyst
ARK Invest's Lorenzo Valente says the crypto market is undergoing its largest consolidation phase, with three protocols generating nearly 80% of all application revenue. Capital is flowing selectively toward projects with strong product-market fit.
Nairobi Securities Exchange Teams With Tether to Test USDT Settlement Across $26.4B Market
The Nairobi Securities Exchange and Tether have signed an MoU to explore asset tokenization and blockchain settlement, aiming to use USDT as a digital settlement layer for Kenya's capital market.
Luno Eliminates 20% of Global Workforce as Automation Changes Crypto Exchange Priorities
Crypto exchange Luno is cutting 20% of its global workforce and restructuring into three units, citing a downturn in retail trading and increased automation. The layoffs follow a 35% reduction in 2023.
DOJ Indicts Crypto Investor Over Alleged $20 Million Fraud Targeting Dozens of Victims
Federal prosecutors allege a crypto investment scheme caused about $20 million in losses. The 29-count indictment includes wire fraud, money laundering, bank fraud, and identity theft.
Binance Adds Gold and Silver Options, Bringing Commodity Markets to Crypto Traders
Binance has launched USDT-settled options on gold and silver, offering retail traders defined-risk exposure without owning the metals.
Coinbase Wrapped XRP Expands DeFi Utility Through Doppler Finance on Base
Doppler Finance is expanding to Base to bring Coinbase Wrapped XRP into DeFi lending and collateral markets, backed by over $113 million in XRP reserves.
Underdog's UDX Hits $1.2M Day, About 5% of Estimated Companywide Flow
Underdog's in-house UDX exchange recorded $1.2 million in volume on July 27, ten days after its first test trades, representing approximately 5% of the company's estimated average daily prediction-market flow.
TRX Spot and Perpetuals Listing Launches on Backpack Exchange
TRON DAO has announced the listing of TRX spot trading and perpetual contracts on Backpack Exchange, expanding access to the TRON network's native token through a regulated platform with over $400 billion in cumulative volume.
SUI Faces $15 Million in Daily Unlocks as BEAT Leads This Week's $81 Million Token Release Wave
Sui Network’s SUI token is unlocking approximately $15.4 million in new supply daily this week, while artist-token platform Audiera (BEAT) tops a wave of releases at $81.66 million.
Bitcoin Rebounds Before Fed Bombshell as Traders Brace for 30% Hike Odds
Bitcoin rebounded near $64,400 as traders brace for the Federal Reserve's rate decision with 30% hike odds. The article analyzes price action, technical levels, onchain data, and derivatives concentration.
Hungarian Parliament Scraps Crypto Verifier Rule: What Does it Mean?
Hungary's parliament has passed a bill to remove the requirement for government-approved verifiers for crypto transactions, a move that had previously caused major providers to halt operations and led to a 38% drop in active crypto users. The new law aligns with EU MiCA regulations while sparking debate over money laundering risks.
Bitcoin Users Lose $1,800,000 After Installing Fake Sparrow Wallet Apps on Apple App Store
Bitcoin users lost a combined $1.8 million after downloading fraudulent mobile apps impersonating Sparrow Wallet on the Apple App Store. Victims filed a lawsuit accusing Apple of inadequate app review, leading to the theft of crypto.
Bybit Introduces Finloop’s FUIDL Backed by an AAA-rated Money Market Fund
Bybit has partnered with Finloop to offer FUIDL, a tokenized USD liquidity product backed by an AAA-rated money market fund, enabling eligible investors to use it as collateral for trading with same-day settlement.
Trade.xyz Will Cover Losses From SK Hynix Liquidation Anomaly on Hyperliquid
Trade.xyz announced it will reimburse liquidation losses from a July 27 oracle price anomaly that triggered a $57 million cascade on Hyperliquid's SK Hynix perpetual contract.
Nexo Says MiCAR Gives Clients a Clear Standard for Platform Trust
Nexo has partnered with two German firms to achieve MiCAR compliance, offering uninterrupted service across Europe. The company sees MiCAR as a benchmark for platform trust.
A Darknet Drug Ring Used Crypto to Hide Its Money—Binance Helped India Freeze Its Assets
India's Narcotics Control Bureau dismantled the 'Team Kalki' darknet drug network with blockchain intelligence from Binance and the Data Security Council of India, freezing cryptocurrency assets linked to the syndicate.
Fake Crypto Wallet in Apple's App Store Allegedly Costs Three Users $1.8 Million
A federal lawsuit claims three bitcoin investors lost nearly $1.8 million after downloading a fake Sparrow Wallet app from Apple's App Store, accusing Apple of failing to prevent the scam.
Thailand SEC Accuses Bitkub Executives of Hiding $50M Hack Losses From Regulators
Thailand’s SEC filed a criminal complaint against crypto exchange Bitkub Online and two former directors for allegedly submitting false financial reports after a $50M cyberattack in 2021, while Bitkub defends its actions.
Dragonfly’s Haseeb Qureshi Warns Crypto VC May End by 2030 as Active Investors Drop by 87% From 2022 Peak
Haseeb Qureshi warns crypto venture capital could fade by 2030 as dominance of big platforms and a 87% drop in active investors signal consolidation.
$134M in Bitcoin Longs Vaporized as BTC Breaks Below $63K Ahead of Fed Showdown
Bitcoin dropped 2% on Tuesday to an intraday low of $62,684, triggering $134 million in long liquidations ahead of the Fed decision and key economic data that could determine the next move toward $70,000 or $58,000.
Minnesota Judge Blocks Prediction-Market Ban but Says Some Contracts Aren't Swaps
A federal judge temporarily blocked Minnesota's first-ever felony ban on prediction markets, ruling that CFTC-registered exchanges like Kalshi and Polymarket are likely preempted by federal law for many contracts, though some entertainment markets may fall outside swap definitions.
Emirates Launches Crypto.com Pay for Flight Bookings as Dubai Advances Cashless Strategy
Emirates has activated Crypto.com Pay for eligible UAE residents to book flights priced in dirhams, marking a major step in regulated crypto payments for travel. The move supports Dubai's goal of 90% digital transactions by 2026.
Nigeria's First SEC-Licensed Exchange, Quidax, Expands Stablecoin Infrastructure to Over 21 Countries
Quidax, Nigeria's first SEC-licensed digital assets exchange, has expanded its stablecoin infrastructure to more than 21 countries and 14 currencies, aiming to reduce cross-border payment costs in Africa.
One Bad Price, 960 Liquidations: Inside SK Hynix Flash Crash on Hyperliquid
A single share sale on South Korea's Nextrade exchange triggered a flash crash on Hyperliquid's SKHYNIX perpetual, causing 960 liquidations and $57 million in losses.
Sen. Jon Husted Backs the CLARITY Act as Odds of Passage Slip to 30%: Here's What He Said
U.S. Senator Jon Husted publicly supported the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on July 28, even as Galaxy Research cut the bill’s 2026 passage odds to 30% due to a contentious ethics dispute and tight Senate timing.
IMF Sounds the Alarm: Why Brazil’s Booming Crypto Market Needs Urgent Oversight
The IMF's latest report warns that Brazil's booming crypto market, dominated by stablecoins, lacks adequate oversight and poses risks due to incomplete regulations and interconnection with traditional finance.
Bitcoin Falls Below $64,000 Again as $100 Million Liquidated in an Hour
Bitcoin's price broke below $64,000 for the third time this week, triggering roughly $100 million in leveraged position liquidations within an hour. The move coincided with a sharp selloff in South Korean equities and comes ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision.
Ratio CEO Says Multi-Currency Stablecoins Could Eliminate Costly FX Conversions Across Asia
John Cho, CEO of Ratio, advocates for a multi-currency stablecoin ecosystem to eliminate double foreign exchange conversions in regional trade, leveraging on-chain rails to solve legacy banking inefficiencies.
Strategy Opens the Door to Bitcoin Sales—Michael Saylor Explains Why It Makes Sense
Michael Saylor revealed that Strategy may fund repurchases of its preferred stock through bitcoin or MSTR stock sales, aiming to maintain stable trading and liquidity.
The CLARITY Act Is at the One-Yard Line: Coinbase Says ‘It’s Time to Get It Over the Finish Line’
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong urges the Senate to advance the CLARITY Act, calling it a bipartisan compromise that would strengthen consumer protections and law enforcement tools. Meanwhile, Galaxy Research has lowered the bill's passage odds to 30%.
Kraken Parent Payward Acquires Magic Wallet, Adding Technology Behind 60M Wallets
Payward, parent of Kraken, acquires Magic Labs' wallet-as-a-service business, bringing non-custodial wallet technology used by over 60 million wallets into its enterprise infrastructure platform.
Pennsylvania Bill Could Shut Sportsbooks Out of Prediction-Market Making
A bipartisan Pennsylvania bill would impose insider-trading rules on prediction markets while barring gambling companies from acting as market makers, potentially disrupting sportsbook expansion into the sector.
Citadel Securities-Backed Crypto.com Brings XYO and XL1 Into Regulated Custody
Crypto.com Custody now offers institutional-grade custody for XYO and XL1, marking XL1's first major exchange listing. The move follows Citadel Securities' $400 million investment and OCC trust bank approval.
Bitmine Marches Toward 5% of Ethereum Supply After Fresh ETH Buy and Share Purge
Bitmine added 9,946 ETH and retired 6.1 million shares, bringing its treasury to 5.79 million ETH (4.8% of supply) and nearing its 5% target. The company also staked 85% of holdings, projecting $254 million in annual staking revenue.
Circle Acquires 1,000 Blockchain Patents From IBM to Fuel Digital Asset Expansion
Circle has acquired nearly 1,000 blockchain patents from IBM, making it one of the largest holders of such patents globally, to bolster its internet financial system including USDC.
ETH Bears Lose $113M as Ethereum Climbs Above $1,980 and Eyes $2,000 Breakout
Ethereum surged 4.5% to $1,980, fueled by ETF inflows and Circle's OCC approval, liquidating $113 million in short positions. Technical analysts warn of a potential dip to $1,300 before a long-term recovery toward $3,950.
TRX Futures Listing Launches on Bitnomial, Broadening Regulated U.S. Derivatives Access to TRON
TRON DAO announced the listing of TRX futures on Bitnomial, a CFTC-regulated U.S. exchange, providing eligible traders and institutions a regulated derivatives market for TRX.
Ether ETFs Add $104 Million as Weekly Flows Triple Bitcoin’s Total
Ether ETFs led the week with $103.90 million in net inflows, roughly three times Bitcoin's $33.79 million, while HYPE funds continued to see outflows amid shifting institutional demand.
Digital Chamber Sues Illinois Over Nation's First Blockchain-Specific Transaction Tax
The Digital Chamber files a lawsuit against Illinois over a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions, arguing it violates constitutional protections and federal internet tax rules.
Saylor: Rejecting Bitcoin's Bank and Market Integration 'Dooms It to 1% of Its Potential'
Michael Saylor argues that excluding bitcoin from banks and capital markets limits its potential, while his firm Strategy holds 843,775 BTC worth $55 billion, at a loss against its average purchase price.
Robinhood Chain Becomes Largest Blockchain by RWA Holder Count
Robinhood Chain has become the leading blockchain by real-world asset (RWA) holder count, less than a month after its public mainnet launch, surpassing established ecosystems like Solana and Ethereum.
Operation Commodity: Brazilian Police Smash $196 Million Cocaine and Crypto Laundering Ring
Brazilian Federal Police have dismantled a major drug trafficking ring that used cryptocurrency to launder nearly $196 million in proceeds from over 6.5 tons of cocaine shipped to Europe.
BitMart Begins Shutdown Process as Crypto Exchange Sets Final Trading Deadline
BitMart has announced a phased shutdown of its exchange, halting deposits and new registrations from July 26, 2026, with trading services ending on August 26, 2026. Former CEO Nenter Chow stated he was not involved in the decision.
BTC Ownership Overtakes Gold in US, Democrats Reject CLARITY Draft, BitMEX Shutdown
This week in crypto: Bitcoin surpasses gold in US ownership with 49.6 million holders, CLARITY Act faces Democratic rejection, BitMEX announces closure, and Satsuma liquidates 668 BTC.
‘We’re Gonna Need Another Color’: Michael Saylor Fuels Speculation Over Strategy’s Next Bitcoin Move
Michael Saylor's latest chart hints at a possible bitcoin purchase as Strategy holds 843,775 BTC and a $3.225 billion cash reserve, with $23.53 billion in stock sale capacity remaining.
Another Major Crypto Exchange Shuts Down Following BitMEX Closure
BitMart has announced it will wind down operations by the end of January, joining a wave of crypto exchange closures that includes BitMEX, Odos, and Dango.
Real-World Assets Now Outpace Crypto Trading on Hyperliquid (HYPE) Exchange Platform
For the first time, real-world assets (RWA) generated more trading volume than cryptocurrencies on Hyperliquid, with single stocks dominating RWA volume. Analysts suggest the market may shift focus from crypto tokens to category leaders within RWA.
Ring Protocol Adds Orbs Tools Across 4 Networks, Giving Traders Precise On-Chain Order Control
Ring Protocol has integrated Orbs' Layer 3 infrastructure to bring dLIMIT and dTWAP algorithmic trading tools to Base, Arbitrum, Ethereum, and BNB Chain, enhancing execution for DeFi traders.
Top 10 Publicly Traded Firms by BTC Holdings Reach Million-Bitcoin Milestone
Ten public companies now collectively hold over one million bitcoin, with Strategy leading at 843,775 BTC. The year 2026 reveals a sharp divergence: mining companies outperform while pure bitcoin treasury firms lag.
Coinbase Warns Quantum Computers Could Break Crypto Security, Begins Preparations
Coinbase is building quantum-resistant custody technology and contributing to Bitcoin's post-quantum security efforts, warning that a future quantum computer could defeat current cryptography protecting blockchain networks.
Crypto Advocates Contact Congress 1 Million Times as CLARITY Act Pressure Builds
Stand With Crypto reports nearly 1 million contacts with Congress as Fidelity, Goldman Sachs, and the Fraternal Order of Police urge the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act before the August recess.
Korbit Rebrands as Digital X After Mirae Asset Closes $102 Million Takeover
Mirae Asset Consulting has taken majority control of Korbit, South Korea’s oldest crypto exchange, rebranding it as Digital X with a strategy to integrate stablecoins, tokenized real-world assets, and traditional securities on a single platform.
DeFi Aggregator Odos Closes Doors, Leaves Users 5 Days to Move Locked Funds
DeFi aggregator Odos announced it will shut down all services by July 30, 2026, after routing over $104 billion in cumulative volume. Users who created wallets via social login must export their private keys before the deadline to avoid losing access to funds.
Triple-A Hot Wallets Drained of $9.7 Million Across Six Chains, Says Peckshield
Payment gateway Triple-A suffered a $9.7 million hot wallet drain across six blockchains. The attacker consolidated funds into Ethereum, with no official statement from Triple-A.
Trump Team Shifts $16.9M More in TRUMP Memecoin to Bitgo as Total Hits $172M in Five Months
The wallet tied to the Trump team's TRUMP token allocation moved another 10.84 million tokens to Bitgo, bringing cumulative transfers to $172.4 million, as scrutiny over the token's concentrated supply grows.
BloFin Wallet Unifies Visa Payments and Perpetual Trading for the Next Era of Finance
BloFin Wallet introduces perpetual contract trading and a Visa card, enabling users to trade, earn, and spend from a single wallet.
Uniswap RFC Explores Private Swap Execution Using v4 Hooks and UniswapX
Uniswap governance discusses an RFC proposing an optional private swap path that uses v4 hooks, UniswapX, and zk-SNARKs to reduce transaction exposure and protect users from MEV attacks.
Major Binance Update for Ripple (XRP) Investors: Details
Binance is offering 22.25% APR (variable) on Ripple's stablecoin RLUSD through its Earn and Margin programs, rewarding holders and traders with weekly XRP rewards.
Crypto.com Prediction Exchange OG Sues Washington State Over Gambling Laws
Crypto.com's prediction market platform OG has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block Washington state from enforcing gambling laws against its event contracts, citing federal preemption and an imminent threat following a recent injunction against rival Kalshi.
382,000-Member Police Group Supports Revised Crypto CLARITY Act
The Fraternal Order of Police endorses the revised CLARITY Act after lawmakers add protections for criminal investigations, while Senate Democrats withhold support.
Kenyan Investigators Freeze $751,853 in USDT as Binance Wallet Probe Widens Further
Kenyan authorities have frozen $888,030 in USDT and cash linked to a $2.32 million money laundering scheme that used Binance wallets and multiple banks to evade detection.
BitMEX Hit With 623 BTC Lawsuit After Announcing Shutdown
A class action lawsuit accuses BitMEX of market manipulation and misappropriating nearly 623 BTC through forced liquidations, filed on the same day the exchange announced it would shut down.
Exploiting Private Data: Lawsuit Claims BitMEX Used 'God Access' to Force Customer Liquidations
A new lawsuit accuses BitMEX and its founders of using insider trading and server manipulation to force customer liquidations and seize collateral.
Bitcoin Keeps Hitting a $68,000 Wall—A 3.55 Million BTC Cluster Helps Explain Why
Bitcoin's rally faces resistance near $68,000 as 3.55 million BTC near their holders' cost basis, creating a supply wall that offsets strong spot bitcoin ETF demand.
Charles Schwab Calls CLARITY Act a 'Fundamental Catalyst' as White House and Thune Clash Over Timing
Charles Schwab, managing $13 trillion in assets, endorses the CLARITY Act as a crucial catalyst for crypto, while Senate Majority Leader Thune and White House adviser Witt disagree on the bill's timing before the August recess.
Ripple Lands On CNBC’s Top Fintech List For Fourth Straight Year
Ripple has been named to CNBC and Statista’s World’s Top Fintech Companies list for the fourth consecutive year, recognizing its enterprise business in digital assets.
Solana DEX Volume Hits $17B As On-Chain Trading Stays Hot
Solana DEX volume reached $17.04 billion, according to DeFiLlama, highlighting the network's role as a major on-chain trading venue despite the volatile nature of daily spikes.
Coinbase Adds SUI Staking As Exchange Expands Native Reward Options
Coinbase now supports native SUI staking for eligible users, offering estimated rewards between 1.4% and 3.3% APY. The launch simplifies staking for exchange users, but carries custody and volatility trade-offs.
Bitcoin ETFs Edge Closer in Japan as Regulators Tighten Crypto Oversight
Japan moves closer to approving Bitcoin ETFs by 2028 following regulatory amendments that classify crypto under financial instruments law, while imposing stricter penalties and insider trading rules.
Ripple Mint Launches to Expand Institutional Access to RLUSD Stablecoin
Ripple has launched Ripple Mint, a platform enabling institutions to mint, redeem, and manage RLUSD stablecoins via a web interface and APIs, while expanding multichain support to broaden RLUSD's use in payments and DeFi.
Abu Dhabi's $430B Asset Giant Makes Blockchain Leap, Coinbase Buys In
Mubadala Capital tokenized its Alternative Solutions Fund on multiple blockchains, with Coinbase taking a direct balance sheet stake, marking a rare move by a sovereign-linked manager and a public crypto exchange.
Hackers Hijack Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev's X Account to Push Fake VLAD Meme Coin
Hackers hijacked Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev's X account on July 23, 2026 to promote a fake Vladhood meme coin, pulling $1.3 million before the token collapsed.
Bitcoin ETFs Add $69 Million as 7-Session Streak Nears $1 Billion
Bitcoin ETFs extended their inflow streak to seven sessions, while ether funds attracted $72.64 million on Wednesday, surpassing bitcoin's inflows.
Crypto Exchange BitMEX to Shut Down Operations After 11 Years
BitMEX, the pioneering crypto derivatives exchange that invented perpetual futures, will cease all operations by September 23rd after an 11-year run, citing a strategic review of the business and the broader crypto industry.
BitMEX's Final Countdown: What the Shutdown Means and When You Should Withdraw
BitMEX will permanently close on Sept. 23, 2026. Users must exit positions by Aug. 26 to avoid forced liquidations and a 1% monthly fee on unwithdrawn funds.
BitMEX Closes Doors as the Perpetual Swap It Invented Rules Rivals
BitMEX, the exchange that created the crypto perpetual swap in 2016, will shut down completely on September 23, 2026, after more than 11 years of operation. Users face monthly fees for unwithdrawn funds.
Veteran Crypto Exchange BitMEX to Shut Down in September
BitMEX, the pioneering crypto derivatives exchange that introduced 100x perpetual swaps, will cease operations on September 23 after 11 years, following a strategic review and years of regulatory and competitive pressures.
Chainlink Whale Activity Explodes as $100 LINK Predictions Gain Momentum
Chainlink whale activity has surged over the past two weeks, with large holders accumulating over 14 million LINK tokens, signaling growing confidence in the ecosystem. Analysts suggest the token could reach $50-$100 in the next bull cycle.
SEC Agrees to Overhaul Recordkeeping After Settling Coinbase Lawsuit Over Gensler's Lost Texts
The SEC has settled a FOIA lawsuit with Coinbase, agreeing to pay $150,000 in attorney fees, release withheld documents, and review record retention policies after the agency failed to produce text messages from former Chair Gensler.
Coinbase Reveals How One Configuration Error Triggered a 50-Minute Outage
Coinbase says a routine infrastructure update caused a 50-minute outage last week, disrupting transfers, card purchases, and onchain services. A postmortem reveals a Kubernetes resource name collision as the root cause and explains why recovery tools failed.
dYdX Chain v5.1 Opens Door To Permissionless Market Listings
dYdX Chain’s v5.1 upgrade introduces smart contract capability and permissionless market listings, allowing users to launch perpetual markets without governance intervention.
Democrats Reject CLARITY Act Draft as Crypto Ethics Dispute Intensifies
Seven Senate Democrats rejected the latest CLARITY Act draft, citing insufficient ethics and consumer protections, while Republicans defend the bill as the strongest federal ethics rules for digital assets.
Chainlink Moves BUILD Rewards Toward Fee-Based LINK Agreements
Chainlink is transitioning its BUILD program from ecosystem rewards to commercial fee agreements paid in LINK or other liquid tokens, aiming to strengthen token utility without guaranteeing immediate price impact.
Movement Labs Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy After $141M Raise and Token Collapse
Movement Labs has filed for Chapter 11 insolvency protection following a token scandal that saw its MOVE token lose over 99% of its value. Despite raising $141.4 million, the network's daily fees are only $8.
950K Contacts Back CLARITY Act as Coinbase CEO Says Bill Is Ready for Full Senate Vote
Stand With Crypto reports 950,000 contacts with lawmakers as Coinbase CEO says CLARITY Act is ready for Senate floor vote, with potential action within weeks.
1,000,000 ETH in a Month: Is Ethereum Poised for a Major Rally?
Ethereum has seen 1 million ETH withdrawn from exchanges in the past month, alongside renewed institutional interest, leading analysts to predict a possible rally to $2,300 or higher, though risks of a drop to $1,000 remain.
Senate Republicans Push CLARITY Act With 15 Days Left as Bitcoin Struggles Near $66K
Bitcoin slid below $66,000 on Wednesday amid slow progress on the CLARITY Act, with updated text including ethics rules for U.S. officials and $164 million in crypto liquidations.
Bitcoin Options Show Bullish Sentiment as Traders Pile Into $72K and $80K Calls
Bitcoin futures open interest reached $49.82 billion, with Deribit options showing a strong call skew. Institutional buying on CME contrasts with retail exchange pullbacks, while Bitfinex analysts caution the rally is driven by a lack of sellers rather than fresh demand.
Treasury Secretary Bessent Says CLARITY Act Is at the '1-Yard Line'
Scott Bessent urges Congress to pass the CLARITY Act before recess, as bitcoin rises and Senator Gillibrand faces backlash over ethics provisions.
Binance Drops VIP 3 Asset Bar to $1M as 4x OTC Trading Credit Broadens Tier Access
Binance lowers VIP 3 asset requirement to $1 million and introduces a 4x multiplier for OTC spot trading volume, enabling institutional users to qualify for higher VIP tiers.
UK Lawmakers Probe 40% Crypto Transfer Blocks as Banking Scrutiny Widens
A cross-party group of UK lawmakers has opened an inquiry into banking restrictions on crypto firms and customers, after research showed 40% of transfers to exchanges are blocked or delayed.
Ripple MiCA Authorization Opens A Wider European Payments Lane
Ripple has secured full MiCA authorization in Europe, enabling compliant crypto payment services across EU and EEA markets, which may boost institutional adoption but does not directly clear XRP trading.
Washington Judge Rejects Kalshi’s Federal Defense, Grants State Injunction
A Washington judge has granted a preliminary injunction against Kalshi, rejecting its argument that federal commodities law overrides state gambling rules. The court will finalize specific restrictions by August 5.
White House Strikes CLARITY Act Ethics Deal as Trump Clears Senate's Final Hurdle
The White House has agreed on an ethics package for the CLARITY Act, with President Trump personally signing off, removing the last major obstacle before a Senate floor vote. The bill aims to clarify crypto market regulation and faces a tight timeline before the August recess.
Strategy Says Bitcoin Reserve Provides 31 Years of Dividend Coverage as Cash Buffer Reaches $3.2 Billion
Strategy Inc. reports its bitcoin reserve provides 31 years of dividend coverage, while the U.S. dollar reserve offers 1.8 years of near-term coverage, highlighting liquidity strength amid a pause in bitcoin purchases.
XRP Open Interest Hits $2.6B As Derivatives Demand Climbs
XRP futures open interest surged to $2.6 billion, a 10% increase in 24 hours, signaling heightened derivatives activity. The buildup may indicate both bullish potential and increased volatility risk.
What Does $2.3B Stablecoin Exodus From Binance and Bybit Mean for Bitcoin
A $2.3 billion stablecoin outflow from Binance and Bybit over the past month signals declining liquidity, keeping Bitcoin in a consolidation phase near $60,000. Analysts view the trend as both a sign of market pessimism and a potential accumulation opportunity.
Russia Nears Final Crypto Vote With Retail Caps, Licensed Exchanges and Bitcoin Trade
Russia's State Duma is set to vote on July 21 on a sweeping crypto bill that would legalize regulated trading and cross-border settlements while maintaining a ban on domestic crypto payments. The bill includes retail purchase caps and licensed exchange requirements.
Hyperliquid Bets Big on Prediction Markets With Permissionless HIP-4 Push
Hyperliquid announced plans to make its outcome markets product, HIP-4, permissionless via a future network upgrade, requiring a 500,000 HYPE stake and validator approval.
CLARITY Act Would Protect Customer Crypto From Exchange Bankruptcies, Senator Says
Senator Cynthia Lummis says the CLARITY Act would ensure customer-owned crypto remains customer property if an exchange fails, addressing a legal gap exposed by the bankruptcies of Celsius and Voyager.
Strategy Sells $263.5 Million of MSTR Stock but Adds No Bitcoin
Strategy raised $263.5 million through MSTR stock sales while reporting no bitcoin purchases, lifting its U.S. dollar reserve to $3.225 billion as its buying pause stretched into another week.
Kraken Launches Simplified Bitcoin and Ethereum Options to Expand Derivatives Market
Kraken introduces European-style, USD-settled Bitcoin and Ethereum options on its Pro platform, aiming to make derivatives more accessible to a wider range of traders.
Japan's Wealth Is Returning: Anonymous BOJ Insider Sparks Panic Over Looming Carry Trade Unwind
Anonymous Bank of Japan insider Yuto Kanzaki claims the central bank is preparing measures to bring Japanese wealth home, potentially triggering a massive unwinding of the yen carry trade that could drain global stock and crypto liquidity.
Latam Insights: Unpacking Bolivia's Stablecoin Push, Venezuela's Massive P2P Market, and Argentina's Libra Crackdown
Bolivia explores integrating USDT into its financial system to combat a foreign currency crisis, Venezuela's Binance P2P volumes reach $1.38 billion rivaling oil exports, and an Argentine judge freezes wallets tied to the Libra token.
Ripple’s CLARITY Act Campaign Returns as Senate Democrats Challenge Crypto Bill
Ripple relaunches its CLARITY truck campaign in Washington D.C. to push for crypto regulation, but faces opposition from Senate Democrats over ethics and consumer protection concerns.
FTX Plans to Pay Creditors $900 Million as Fifth Distribution Starts on July 31
FTX will begin a $900 million fifth distribution to creditors on July 31, 2026, bringing cumulative recoveries to over $10 billion. Some customer classes will receive up to 120% of their claim value.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Champions Self-Custody to Reach 1 Billion Users
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong stresses that self-custody wallets are essential for onboarding the next billion users, bypassing regulatory friction and supporting AI agent adoption. Meanwhile, Base leadership transitions to focus on trading, payments, and agents.
Larry Fink Comes out as Bullish, CFTC Intervenes With Kalshi, and More
This week's crypto news includes BlackRock CEO Larry Fink turning bullish on Bitcoin, the CFTC blocking Kalshi from liquidating sports contracts, and Michael Saylor building a $3 billion cash buffer.
Four Important Crypto Stories You Might Have Missed This Week
MetaMask suspends developer linked to North Korea; Dutch crypto exchange Knaken goes bankrupt; Injective files for SEC transfer agent registration; Robinhood Chain bridges $70 million in ETH.
SBI Holdings Acquires Coinhako Majority Stake, Deepens its Asia Crypto Footprint
SBI Holdings has acquired a majority stake in Singapore-based crypto exchange Coinhako after securing regulatory approval, strengthening its push into digital assets, stablecoins, and tokenized markets across Asia.
FTX to Pay Creditors Another $900 Million: Here’s Who Gets the Money
FTX announces its fifth creditor distribution of $900 million, pushing total repayments beyond $10 billion. Eligible creditors will receive funds via BitGo, Kraken, or Payoneer starting July 31.
Solana Holds Support Even As Layer-1 Flows Turn Uneven
Solana is holding near support as capital flows across major layer-1 assets remain uneven, leaving traders uncertain about whether SOL is stabilizing or pausing before another test lower.
Bitcoin Drops Below $63,000 As Macro Pressure Returns To Crypto
Bitcoin fell below $63,000 amid renewed macro pressure from technology stocks, highlighting its continued sensitivity to broader risk sentiment despite institutional adoption.
Kraken Pro Options Upgrade Brings More Structure To Retail Crypto Hedging
Kraken expands options trading infrastructure, offering crypto traders a structured way to hedge and manage risk beyond perpetual futures.
Kraken Institutional Partners with Upshot to Value Illiquid Crypto Assets
Kraken Institutional has teamed up with Upshot to provide valuation tools for NFTs and other illiquid digital assets, addressing a key challenge in crypto portfolio management for institutional clients.
CLARITY Act Odds Slip As New York Hearing Shows Crypto Policy Is Still Messy
Prediction-market odds for the CLARITY Act's passage have weakened, indicating growing market caution despite a House panel's New York field hearing advancing the debate.
T. Rowe Price Crypto ETF Gives BNB And Solana A New Institutional Wrapper
T. Rowe Price has launched an active multi-token spot crypto ETF on NYSE Arca, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB, and Solana, moving beyond single-asset crypto products for institutional investors.
Underdog Files First 7 Sports Contracts for Its Own Prediction Exchange
Underdog has filed the first seven sports event-contract templates for its federally regulated exchange UDX, moving toward controlling its own prediction markets.
$1.38 Billion in One Month: How Venezuela's Binance P2P Market Now Rivals Its Oil Exports
Venezuela's Binance P2P market reached $1.38 billion in USDT trading volume over a month, equaling 75% of the nation's oil exports and 88% of central bank forex sales, highlighting the growing role of crypto amid sanctions.
A16z-Linked Whale Dumps $28 Million in HYPE as Token Slides 10% in a Day
A whale wallet linked to venture firm Andreessen Horowitz deposited 437,000 HYPE worth $28.38 million to exchanges over two days, as HYPE fell by nearly 11% amid a broader crypto market selloff.
US Government Transfers $9.29 Million in Ethereum from FTX Seizure to Coinbase Prime
The US government moved roughly 4,820 ETH worth $9.29 million from FTX and Alameda Research-linked addresses to Coinbase Prime, according to blockchain analytics firm Arkham Intelligence.
Maestro Trading Bot Now Supports Robinhood Chain
Maestro, the Telegram-based trading bot, has integrated with Robinhood Chain, an Ethereum layer-2 network built on Arbitrum, offering fast execution, limit orders, copy trading, and broad DEX coverage.
Morgan Stanley Completes E*Trade Crypto Rollout With 50 Basis Point Fees: Here's What Clients Get
Morgan Stanley's E*Trade has finished rolling out spot bitcoin, ether, and solana trading to U.S. clients with a 50-basis-point fee, undercutting rivals like Coinbase and Robinhood as Wall Street's crypto push accelerates.
Argentine Judge Orders Urgent Freeze of Crypto Wallets Tied to Controversial Libra Token
A federal judge in Argentina has ordered the identification and freezing of 25 cryptocurrency wallets linked to the Libra token, after police tracked millions in funds through exchanges like Binance. The remaining assets are now managed by a trust planning to distribute them to local companies.
Circle and BIND Group Partner to Bring Institutional USDC Access to Argentina
Circle partners with BIND Group to provide Argentine institutions with USDC liquidity via the regulated BEN platform, as Argentina emerges as a key stablecoin market.
What Happens to Bitcoin ETF Investors if a Sponsor or Custodian Fails?
U.S.-listed bitcoin ETFs hold over $100 billion in assets, but prospectus filings reveal the risks investors face if a sponsor or custodian fails. A custodian collapse, especially of Coinbase, carries the highest risk of permanent loss.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Rejects Calls for a New AI Regulatory Body
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong opposes a new AI self-regulatory body, arguing existing laws already address AI risks. This comes as the crypto exchange reveals over 95% of its code is now AI-generated.
Crypto.com Secures $400M from Citadel Securities at $20B Valuation
Crypto.com secured a $400 million strategic investment from Citadel Securities at a $20 billion valuation, marking its first institutional funding round. The capital will be used to expand into tokenized securities, derivatives, and other financial products.
ONDO Jumps 15% After Ondo Finance and SBI Group Build Japan Tokenization Push
ONDO token surged 15% after Ondo Finance partnered with SBI Group to tokenize Japanese assets and joined the DTCC's tokenization initiative alongside major financial institutions.
CRO Surges as Crypto.com Secures $400M in Citadel Securities-Led Funding
Crypto.com has secured a $400 million investment from Citadel Securities, leading to a 25% surge in its native token CRO. The funding round values the exchange at $20 billion.
US Senate Unanimously Opposes Any Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried After FTX Fraud
The U.S. Senate unanimously approved a bipartisan resolution opposing any presidential pardon or commutation for former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, reinforcing financial accountability as his clemency petition remains pending.
Ripple's Schwartz Says SEC Treated XRP Like a Security Despite Calling the Crypto 'Just Code'
Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz argues the SEC effectively treated XRP as a security despite acknowledging it was not inherently one, challenging a former SEC attorney's interpretation of the Ripple case.
Jesse Pollak Steps Down from Base Leadership After Social Strategy Failure
Base creator Jesse Pollak is leaving his leadership role after admitting that his bet on on-chain social networking failed to drive adoption as expected, with Jordan Fish taking over.
Bitunix Exchange Launches Visa Debit Card for Daily Purchases and Earning
Bitunix Exchange has launched a Visa debit card that allows users to spend crypto at over 130 million merchants and earn up to 11.6% APY on idle balances.
Stanford Study: Polymarket's Bitcoin Bets Were Rigged in the Final 10 Seconds
A Stanford University and Singapore Management University study found that 821 traders extracted $8.2 million from Polymarket's 5-minute Bitcoin contracts by manipulating the spot price on Binance in the final seconds before settlement.
Coinbase Policy Chief Calls CLARITY Act a 'Dramatic Advance': Here's What Comes Next in the Senate
Coinbase Chief Policy Officer Faryar Shirzad called the CLARITY Act a 'dramatic advance in consumer protection and market integrity' as the Senate targets a floor vote on the crypto market structure bill the week of July 20.
Solana Hits 300,000 RWA Holders as Ethereum's $16.3 Billion Value Lead Starts to Slip
Solana's real-world asset (RWA) holder base has surpassed 300,000 wallets, leading all blockchains, while Ethereum retains a $16.3 billion value lead. Solana's tokenized asset value doubled to $3.45 billion in 2026, driven by retail adoption.
Saylor Hoards $3 Billion in Cash as Strategy's $55 Billion Bitcoin Bet Sinks $9.9 Billion Underwater
Strategy Inc. holds $3 billion in cash reserves against 843,775 BTC worth $55 billion, a barbell strategy to weather the bear market. The firm has an unrealized loss of $9.9 billion on its bitcoin holdings.
Luno Challenges South Africa’s Proposed Crypto Rules, Demands Parliamentary Approval
Cryptocurrency exchange Luno has formally challenged South Africa’s draft capital flow regulations, arguing they are unconstitutional because they bypass Parliament. Luno calls for distinct rules for different digital assets and warns of stifling innovation.
CFTC Blocks Kalshi From Cancelling Michigan Sports Trades Ordered Voided
The CFTC intervened to stop Kalshi from liquidating sports event contracts that a Michigan court ordered voided, asserting federal jurisdiction over completed derivatives trades.
Ripple Warns Senate: Voting Against CLARITY Act Leaves Crypto Users Exposed to FTX-Style Risks
Ripple executives urge the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act, warning that rejection would preserve regulatory gaps and leave crypto holders vulnerable to bad actors, similar to the FTX collapse.
Quickswap Adopts Orbs Layer 3 Perps Stack After 81.8% Vote, Challenging CEX Execution
Quickswap integrates Orbs' Perpetual Hub Ultra 2.0 as its default perpetual futures infrastructure after an 81.8% community vote, aiming to rival centralized exchanges with on-chain execution.
Bitcoin Faces Uncertain Path After Worst Month in Two Years
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $4.5 billion in outflows in June, as Bitcoin fell 20.48% and hit a 21-month low of $58,190. Citigroup slashed its 12-month target to $82,000, and leveraged futures open interest dropped sharply.
Kraken Card Upgrades Direct Spend Mechanics Supporting Core Fiat Balances
Kraken has updated its card's spend mechanics to allow direct spending from core fiat balances, streamlining real-world debit usage and adding a concrete data point for the market.
Blockchain.com Integrates Polymarket Oracle Feeds for Election Prediction Markets
Blockchain.com has integrated Polymarket's oracle feeds, enabling users to access election prediction markets directly through its platform, bypassing traditional clearing agents.
Ethereum Surpasses $1,800 as ETF Optimism Boosts Market Sentiment
Ethereum's price climbs above $1,800 as investors regain confidence amid anticipation of spot ETF listings. The move is supported by declining exchange reserves and improving risk appetite.
Bitcoin Breaks Back Above $65,000 As Inflation Relief Changes The Mood
Bitcoin reclaimed the $65,000 level after softer U.S. inflation data, highlighting the influence of macro variables on price trends. The move was tied to short-term futures liquidations, providing a concrete catalyst for the recovery.
Japan Reclassifies Crypto as Financial Instruments to Guide Spot ETF Approvals
Japan's Financial Services Agency has reclassified cryptocurrencies as financial instruments, a move that could pave the way for spot crypto ETFs and improve tax treatment and investor protections.
US Freezes $131M in Crypto Tied to Iran Amid Escalating Military Conflict
The United States has frozen over $131 million in cryptocurrency assets linked to Iran, with Tether freezing four TRON wallets containing USDT. The action comes as US and Iranian hostilities intensify in the Middle East.
Securitize-Cantor Tokenized IPO Framework Could Change How Public Companies Issue Stock
Securitize and Cantor Fitzgerald have agreed to build a regulated pathway for public companies to conduct initial public offerings and follow-on stock sales using blockchain-based infrastructure, potentially bringing tokenization to primary capital markets.
Blackrock Becomes World’s First $15 Trillion Asset Manager, Unleashes Tokenization Blitz
Blackrock reported record Q2 2026 revenue of $7.1 billion, with assets under management reaching $15.3 trillion, while filing SEC papers for tokenized money market funds and expanding its digital asset business.
Bitcoin Tops $65,500 as $209 Million in Crypto Shorts Collapse Across Markets
Bitcoin surged past $65,000 on July 15 after softer-than-expected U.S. producer price data, triggering over $209 million in short liquidations across crypto markets.
Bitcoin Blasts Past $65K as Soft Inflation Ignites Stocks, Gold and Crypto
Bitcoin surged above $65,000 on Wednesday after a softer-than-expected U.S. producer price report boosted stocks, gold, and crypto, even as Middle East supply fears kept oil prices near multi-year highs.
Coinbase Says AI Now Writes 95–100% of Its Code: The Math Behind '1,200 Digital Workers'
Coinbase's Head of Platform Rob Witoff reveals that 95-100% of the exchange's code is now written by or with AI, up from 40% in February, with AI agents doing the work of roughly 1,200 employees.
Glassnode: Hyperliquid Bitcoin Longs Just Topped Levels From Q2's $83K Run
Top traders on Hyperliquid have the highest sustained BTC long positioning on record, exceeding levels from the last run to $83,000. Analysts warn of squeeze risk if bitcoin fails to hold $65,000.
Is Wrapped Bitcoin Flashing a Bullish Signal? Exchange Outflows Hit Six-Week High
Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) saw its largest exchange outflow in six weeks, with 326 tokens withdrawn from exchanges in a single day, potentially signaling a bullish recovery for the crypto market.
Americans Have Been Paying Less for Bitcoin Than the Rest of the World for 50 Straight Days
Bitcoin has traded at a discount on Coinbase versus Binance for a record 50 straight days, indicating weaker U.S. demand amid ongoing spot Bitcoin ETF outflows.
Why Strategy's Tiny 32 BTC Sale Changed How Investors View Corporate Bitcoin Buying
Strategy's sale of 32 BTC in late May challenged the belief that corporate Bitcoin treasuries are permanent holders, shifting investor focus to funding conditions and balance-sheet liquidity.
XRP Gains Institutional Momentum as SBI Expands Finance Infrastructure in Japan
SBI Digital Finance and Doppler Finance have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate institutional XRP finance in Japan, citing the country's regulatory clarity and large XRP community as key factors.
Coinbase's Base Mainnet Opening Reflects Shifting Layer-2 Expectations
Coinbase's Base mainnet, aligned with the Optimism Superchain, has opened for builders, signaling a shift in crypto focus from price speculation to infrastructure and practical utility.
XRP Enters AI Agent Payments Push as Ripple Joins x402 Foundation
Ripple joins the x402 Foundation, supporting XRP and RLUSD for AI agent payments. The Linux Foundation-backed initiative aims to create an open payment standard for automated commerce.
Kraken’s CFTC-Regulated Perpetuals Push Could Change The US Derivatives Playbook
Kraken is preparing to offer CFTC-regulated perpetual futures for US traders, potentially bringing a major offshore derivatives structure into a regulated setting and testing onshore demand.
US Government Shifts $12.36M in ETH, USDC and USDT to Coinbase After Monday's BTC Move
The U.S. government moved $12.36 million in ether, USDC, and USDT from a Bitfinex hack seizure wallet to Coinbase Prime and an unlabeled address on July 14, following a similar bitcoin transfer the day before.
Interactive Brokers Unleashes Stablecoin Rails, Slashes Crypto Trading Costs
Interactive Brokers has added 12 digital assets and enabled 24/7 stablecoin wallet transfers, while cutting crypto trading fees to as low as 0.12% — undercutting competitors by up to 85%.
Fed Chair Warsh: 'We Do Not Want to Be in the Bailout Business' for Crypto
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh told Congress the Fed won't bail out crypto or stablecoins if a run occurs, while inflation and Fed independence dominated the hearing.
Ripple, Coinbase, Circle Join Linux x402 Foundation to Help Shape AI Payments
Ripple, Coinbase, and Circle have joined the Linux Foundation’s x402 Foundation as premier members, aiming to develop an open protocol for AI-driven payments using cryptocurrencies like XRP and USDC.
Interpol Operation Exposes $122,000,000 Crypto Wallet in Global Fraud Sweep
An Interpol operation spanning 97 countries uncovered a $122 million crypto wallet linked to a 20-year-old suspect arrested in Thailand for romance scams.
US Govt Moves $244M in Bitcoin to Coinbase: Did Trump Break His Promise?
The US government transferred nearly $300 million in Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime, sparking concerns about a potential sale despite Trump's pledge not to sell seized crypto. However, the transfer may not violate the executive order if the funds hadn't entered the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
Crypto.com Exchange’s Managing Director: Institutions Are Moving Beyond Bitcoin to Rewire Finance On-Chain
In an interview, Crypto.com Exchange's new managing director Iskandar Vanblarcum explains how institutions are moving beyond passive Bitcoin exposure to integrate on-chain infrastructure, tokenized real-world assets, and regulated prediction markets.
Binance US Plots Comeback From 2-Year 'Hibernation' With 20% Market Share Target
Binance.US CEO Stephen Gregory outlines a plan to reclaim 20% of the U.S. crypto market using near-zero fees and potential expansion into derivatives and prediction markets.
Telegram's t.me Domain Removed From Global DNS; Durov Learns of Outage in Real Time
Telegram's core shortlink domain t.me was placed on server hold by the .me registry, dropping it from global DNS and breaking all t.me links worldwide. Founder Pavel Durov appeared to discover the outage publicly, with no prior warning.
Gibraltar Launches World's First Dedicated Prediction-Market Regulatory Regime
Gibraltar has enacted the world's first bespoke regulatory framework for prediction markets, exempting operators from general gambling laws and setting a new standard for the sector.
US Government Moves Nearly 4,000 BTC to Coinbase Prime, Onchain Data Shows
The U.S. government transferred nearly 4,000 bitcoin worth about $250 million to Coinbase Prime on July 13. The transfers, linked to bitcoin seized in the Ryan Farace and BTC-e cases, do not confirm a sale, as Coinbase Prime handles custody and trading.
The Crypto Law That Could Change Everything Has Three Weeks to Pass, or Die
The CLARITY Act faces a tight deadline before the August 7 recess, needing 60 Senate votes but only two confirmed Democratic supporters. Political friction over Trump's crypto income and shifting odds raise doubts about its passage.
Bolivia Evaluates Integrating USDT Into Its National Financial System Following Crypto Ban Reversal
Bolivia is studying the inclusion of USDT stablecoin in its national payment system alongside the fiat currency to address a foreign exchange crisis, following a reversal of the crypto ban.
Fidelity, BNY, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Citi Lead Strategy's Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index
Strategy's new Bitcoin Banking Adoption Index ranks 25 global institutions, with Fidelity leading at 71%, followed by BNY and Goldman Sachs, as banks adopt bitcoin services unevenly.
Coinbase Smart Wallet Upgrade Aims to Simplify Multi-Chain dApp Access
Coinbase's latest Smart Wallet verification upgrade aims to make multi-chain dApp access less confusing and safer for ordinary users, supporting its broader Base strategy.
Ethereum Holds Below $1,800 As ETF Hopes Meet a More Cautious Futures Market
Ethereum remains below $1,800 despite ETF anticipation, with lower futures open interest indicating traders are cautious. The market awaits stronger institutional demand to validate the bullish narrative.
Convenience Store Giant Lawson Tests JPYC Stablecoin Payments in Japan’s First POS Retail Pilot
Lawson will pilot JPYC stablecoin payments at a Tokyo store in August, marking Japan’s first POS-linked stablecoin test, aiming to integrate yen stablecoins into everyday retail use.
Scammer Makes $135K After Hijacking SpaceX, Starlink Accounts to Shill Meme Coin
A hacker made over $135,000 by hijacking SpaceX and Starlink's X accounts to promote a meme coin called SCATMAN, which briefly surged to a $2 million market cap before crashing.
Kraken’s Arbitrum Stablecoin Listings Show Exchanges Are Treating L2 Rails As Real Infrastructure
Kraken adds USDT0 and USDC.e on Arbitrum, signaling that major exchanges are increasingly treating Layer-2 networks as core infrastructure rather than experimental add-ons.
SEC’s Regulation Crypto Agenda Could Mark A Turn From Enforcement To Rulemaking
The SEC may shift from enforcement-led supervision to formal rulemaking for digital assets, with a policy package expected to address broker-dealers, custody, and operating standards. The key question is whether this move provides clearer rules for the crypto industry.
Robinhood’s Chainlink CCIP Integration Raises The Stakes For Tokenized Equity Infrastructure
Robinhood has selected Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) for its Layer-2 network to support secure cross-chain messaging and oracle infrastructure for tokenized equity markets.
Chainlink’s Fidelity FILQ Integration Gives RWA Bulls Another Institutional Proof Point
Fidelity’s FILQ fund integration with Chainlink provides on-chain net asset value (NAV) data, offering a key institutional use case for real-world asset tokenization.
Bitmine Raises Ether Holdings to 5.77 Million, Reaches 4.8% of Ethereum Supply
Bitmine now holds 5.77 million ETH, equal to 4.8% of ether’s total supply, putting it 96% of the way to its 5% target. The company said its staked ether position has grown to 4.92 million ETH, with projected annualized staking revenue of $242 million.
World Cup Prediction Markets Hit $5.81 Billion Across 52 Events Amid Buying Frenzy
Prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi have processed over $5.81 billion in volume across 52 World Cup events, with France leading at 39% win probability.
Robinhood Chain Surges: L2 Posts More Than $3 Billion in DEX Volume With 7 Million Daily Transfers
Robinhood Chain processed over $3 billion in DEX volume in its first week, driven mainly by meme coin trading, while tokenized stocks remain a small part of the ecosystem.
3 Years After The Key Ripple-SEC Ruling: How XRP Went From SEC Target to Institutional Asset
Three years after Judge Analisa Torres' landmark ruling that XRP's programmatic sales were not securities, XRP has evolved from a regulatory target into an institutional asset, with major relistings, partnerships, acquisitions, and the launch of spot ETFs.
Saylor Reports Zero Bitcoin Buys as Strategy's Cash Reserve Hits $3 Billion
Strategy Inc. increased its USD reserve by $450 million to $3 billion, while its Bitcoin holdings remained unchanged at 843,775 BTC after no purchases were made in the past week.
Clarity Act Enters a Make-or-Break Week as Senate Returns With Aug. 7 Clock Ticking
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act faces a decisive stretch with about 20 working days left before the August recess, as the Senate returns from break. Key votes, new bill drafts, and inflation data will determine its fate.
Circle Secures OCC Approval for National Trust Bank to Custody USDC and Digital Assets
Circle Internet Group has received final OCC approval to establish Circle National Trust, a federal trust bank for institutional custody of USDC and other digital assets.
Hackers Hijack SpaceX and Starlink X Accounts to Promote SCATMAN Memecoin on Robinhood Chain
Attackers compromised the official X accounts of SpaceX and Starlink to promote a memecoin called SCATMAN, which briefly reached a $32 million market cap on Robinhood Chain before the hacker dumped tokens for about $135,000 in ether.
Ripple Almost Shut Down and Distributed XRP After SEC Lawsuit, CEO Reveals
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse revealed that the company nearly shut down after the SEC filed a lawsuit over XRP in 2020, considering distributing its holdings to shareholders. The case ended in 2025 after a mixed court ruling.
Grayscale Places XRP at the Center of the Global Payments Narrative
Grayscale classified XRP as a 'global payments' asset within its digital asset narrative framework, highlighting its role in cross-border settlement and institutional infrastructure.
Coinbase Challenges Senator Warren's Claim That CLARITY Act Threatens Sanctions Enforcement
Coinbase's chief policy officer argues the CLARITY Act strengthens national security by requiring stricter compliance and enforcement, pushing back against Senator Elizabeth Warren's warning that the bill could enable sanctions evasion.
Michael Saylor Hints at Another Bitcoin Move for Strategy: Buy or Sell?
Michael Saylor's latest cryptic post suggests another Bitcoin move for Strategy, but after a recent large sale, the market is cautious about whether this signals a buy or a sell.
Latam Insights: Tether’s $20M Brazil Bet, Veil of Maya Raid, Stablecoin Lock Dispute
Tether invests $20 million in Mercado Bitcoin, Brazilian police dismantle an illegal betting ring using crypto, and ABcripto opposes a proposed 24-hour stablecoin lock.
São Paulo Court Rules Against Coinbase in Landmark Case Over $100K Self-Custody Hack
A São Paulo court has ordered Coinbase to return nearly $100,000 to a user whose self-custody wallet was hacked, setting a precedent that wallet providers may be liable for security even if they do not control private keys.
LAB Token Crashes 97% as ZachXBT Links Massive Sales to Team-Funded Wallets
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT reported that wallets funded by the LAB token team sold millions of tokens, driving the price down 97% from its all-time high. The token now trades below $0.55 after peaking at $27 in May.
Could Japan Become XRP's Biggest Growth Market? Here's Why the Odds Are Rising
Japan's regulatory reforms and institutional developments, including SBI's pro-XRP initiatives and a potential XRP ETF, position the country as a key growth market for Ripple's token.
Singapore Police, Crypto Exchanges Prevent $4.2M in Scam Losses, Coinbase Helps Reach 145+ Victims
Singapore Police Force and major cryptocurrency exchanges prevented over $4.2 million in potential scam losses by identifying and contacting more than 145 potential victims during a six-week operation.
CLARITY Act May Be Congress’ Last Chance for Digital Asset Law Before 2030, Senator Warns
Senator Cynthia Lummis urges Congress to pass the CLARITY Act, warning that a narrow legislative window before the August recess, midterm elections, and the end of the session could delay digital asset market structure rules until after 2030.
Peckshield: $5.25 Million Drained From Hedera and Bridged to Ethereum in Suspected Exploit
Blockchain security firm Peckshield reports a suspected exploit on the Hedera network, with $5.25 million in stolen funds bridged to Ethereum. The attacker's wallet, initially funded via Tornado Cash, holds 2,360 ETH and 15.58 WBTC.
Bitcoin ETFs Finally Snap 8-Week Losing Streak With Almost $200M in Inflows
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded nearly $200 million in net inflows last week, breaking an eight-week streak of net outflows. Ethereum ETFs similarly reversed their negative trend with $84 million in inflows.
CFTC Chairman Urges Immediate Senate Passage of Clarity Act for Crypto Certainty
CFTC Chairman Michael Selig calls on the Senate to pass the Clarity Act without delay, warning that failure to act will leave regulators to write all the rules for digital assets.
Kraken Tether Gold Listing Adds Commodity-Backed Twist to Crypto Trading
Kraken has listed Tether Gold (XAUT), allowing traders to access gold-backed digital assets directly on the exchange, expanding liquidity and utility for commodity-linked tokens.
Tether’s TON Expansion Turns USDT Into A Bigger Piece Of Telegram’s On-Chain Stack
Tether expands USDT integrations with TON protocols, strengthening the link between stablecoin utility and Telegram-connected apps, as distribution becomes a key factor in crypto.
The Clearest Macro Risk to Bitcoin: Why Bitfinex Is Warning Investors About the Yen Carry Trade
Analysts warn that a reversal in the Japanese yen carry trade, driven by Bank of Japan policy tightening, could trigger risk-asset sell-offs, impacting Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Coinbase Adds Support for Render Token, Expanding AI Compute Trading
Coinbase has added support for Render (RNDR), providing traders with more liquidity and access to one of the leading decentralized AI compute assets.
Fidelity Bitcoin ETF Inflows Show Institutions Are Still Buying Through Volatility
Fidelity's spot Bitcoin ETF inflows indicate ongoing institutional demand despite market volatility, adding a key data point for traders monitoring capital flows.
NOWPayments CEO Kate Lifshits Advocates for Zero-Fee Crypto Payouts Using Email
NOWPayments CEO Kate Lifshits argues that businesses should no longer pay per crypto payout, introducing a zero-fee email-based payout system to eliminate network fees and streamline operations.
Bitcoin ETFs Lose $95 Million as Ether’s 5-Day Inflow Streak Comes to an End
Crypto ETF flows weakened on Thursday, with bitcoin ETFs posting $95.30 million in net outflows and ether ETFs ending a five-day inflow streak with $52.08 million in exits.
Bitcoin Reclaims $64K Despite Strategy Sale and US-Iran Tensions: Weekly Recap
Bitcoin rebounded to $64,000 this week despite a major sale by Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and renewed conflict between the US and Iran, while Ripple secured a full MiCA license in Europe.
From Tokenized Stocks to CASHCAT - Why Robinhood Chain Is Dominating Crypto Conversations
Robinhood's new Arbitrum-based Layer 2 network has quickly gained attention with tokenized stocks and a meme coin frenzy, but also faces skepticism over liquidity and sustainability.
Reserve Protocol Launches Five AI-Themed Tokenized Equity DTFs on BNB Chain
Reserve Protocol has launched five AI-themed tokenized equity DTFs on BNB Chain, offering global investors single-token exposure to AI supply chain segments. The funds are backed by tokenized U.S. equities via Ondo Global Markets and trade on decentralized exchanges.
Swift Launches Blockchain Ledger for 24/7 Cross-Border Payments
Swift has introduced a blockchain-based ledger to enable round-the-clock cross-border transactions using tokenized deposits, with 17 global banks set to begin pilot payments.
Tether Invests $20 Million in Mercado Bitcoin to Expand Latin American Presence
Tether has invested $20 million in Brazilian crypto firm Mercado Bitcoin to support its expansion in payment infrastructure, tokenized assets, and on-chain capital markets across Latin America.
Bitget Launches New CFD Copy Trading Features and Tiered Margin Framework
Bitget has introduced copy trading and a tiered margin system for its CFD trading platform, enhancing transparency and risk management for traders.
Base User Growth Story Shows Coinbase Smart Wallets Are Really About Distribution
Coinbase's smart wallet rollout aims to reduce onboarding friction and drive users into its Base layer-2 ecosystem, with active address growth as a key metric.
Base TVL Above $2 Billion Shows Coinbase’s Layer-2 Is No Longer A Side Bet
Base’s total value locked has crossed $2 billion, marking its transition from an experimental layer-2 to a major DeFi venue with significant liquidity.
North Carolina Taxes Prediction Markets at 6%, Recognizes Federal Authority Over State Regulation
North Carolina's new budget taxes prediction markets at 6% while declining to regulate them, recognizing CFTC authority as other states sue to assert jurisdiction.
Robinhood Bitstamp Roadmap Shows Crypto Deals Are Becoming Regulatory Integration Projects
Robinhood's planned acquisition of Bitstamp highlights a shift in crypto exchange consolidation, where deals focus on regulatory licensing and institutional infrastructure rather than just user growth.
ZachXBT Sounds Alarm Over AscendEX as Users Struggle to Withdraw Funds
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT warns that AscendEX faces liquidity issues, with users reporting delayed or failed withdrawals. The exchange has confirmed it is shutting down due to financial pressures and MiCA regulations.
Kraken Expands Margin Trading Pairs with Direct USD Liquidity Routes
Kraken has added new spot margin trading pairs, providing active traders with more direct USD liquidity routes for leveraged positions. The move is part of a broader exchange competition to improve market structure and retain professional users.
CME Group Faces Another Block from US CFTC Amid Treasury Link Launch Plan
The US CFTC has delayed CME Group's 24/7 crude oil futures launch, citing regulatory concerns, while CME also plans to launch Treasury Link in Q4 2026.
XRP Price Rises as SWIFT Partners with Ripple-Affiliated Banks for Tokenized Cross-Border Payments
SWIFT announced a pilot project with 17 banks, including Ripple-affiliated institutions, to test blockchain-based cross-border payments. XRP rose 1.6% to $1.09, but technical indicators and ETF outflows suggest bearish pressure.
Kalshi Eyes Derivatives Offering Beyond Crypto, Rivaling Robinhood
Kalshi seeks regulatory approval to launch perpetual futures on gold, forex, and energy, expanding beyond crypto derivatives. The move positions the platform to compete with Robinhood, which is also broadening its multi-asset derivatives offerings.
PayPal's Stablecoin Lands on Polygon With Built-In Compliance and Fiat Access
PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin is now natively available on Polygon, enabling businesses to integrate cross-border payments with built-in compliance and fiat on-ramps.
Charles Schwab Sets Out to Build Its Digital Assets Team Ahead of Crypto Trading Rollout
Charles Schwab is expanding its digital assets team in preparation for the launch of crypto trading services, signaling a major step into the cryptocurrency market by the traditional brokerage giant.
Harry Hwang Warns Compliant Solana Order Flow Lanes Could Concentrate Institutional Liquidity
Flowra CEO Harry Hwang warns that compliant order flow lanes on Solana could concentrate institutional liquidity into a few approved routes, challenging the network's permissionless ideals.
Kraken Wins $22 Million Arbitration as Arjun Sethi Calls for Clear Crypto Rules
Kraken's parent company Payward won a $22 million arbitration award against Mazars USA, with co-CEO Arjun Sethi linking the dispute to broader regulatory pressure and calling for Congress to pass the CLARITY Act.
Flexa Expands Crypto Payments Across 37 European Markets
Flexa expands its regulated payments platform across 37 SEPA countries, enabling merchants to accept crypto payments with euro settlement and no custody or volatility.
Tennessee Crypto ATM Ban Takes Effect After Federal Court Rejects Emergency Challenge
A federal court denied an emergency request to block Tennessee's cryptocurrency ATM ban, allowing the law to take effect while a constitutional lawsuit from CoinFlip and Private IT Corporation continues.
Coinbase UK License Marks Major Step Toward Bringing 'Everything Exchange' to Life
Coinbase has secured UK investment services authorization, allowing it to offer equities and derivatives alongside crypto through a single platform and login, marking a key step in its 'Everything Exchange' strategy.
LAB Token Crashes 80% to $1.25 as $5B Market Cap Vanishes in 48 Hours
LAB Trade's native token collapsed 90% in 48 hours, wiping out billions in market cap amid insider control and manipulation allegations. On-chain detective ZachXBT criticized major exchanges for failing to intervene.
Germany’s Bitcoin Wallet Drawdown Gives Traders a Possible Endgame for Selloff Fears
The German government wallet now holds less than 20% of its original seized Bitcoin stack, signaling a potential end to a key source of selling pressure. Traders are eyeing whether BTC can stabilize as this overhang fades.
WEMIX Trading on Kraken Gives Gaming Tokens Another Liquidity Test
WEMIX has gone live on Kraken, offering a fresh liquidity test for Web3 gaming tokens amid market attempts to separate real developments from hype.
SEC Retail Fraud Group Puts Digital Asset Promotions Under a Sharper Consumer Lens
The SEC's new Retail Fraud Working Group signals continued scrutiny of digital asset promotions, microcap schemes, and retail-facing crypto scams, potentially influencing how projects market themselves and platforms handle consumer claims.
ESMA Says EU Retail Ban Covers Many Prediction Markets, With MiCA Awaiting the Tokenized Ones
Europe's top securities regulator has clarified that many prediction-market event contracts already fall under the EU's existing retail ban on binary options, while tokenized contracts may instead be subject to the bloc's crypto framework.
Base DEX Volume Flipping Arbitrum Shows The Layer-2 Race Is Heating Up Again
Base's daily DEX volume has surpassed Arbitrum, signaling a shift in liquidity and competition among Ethereum layer-2 networks.
Base DEX Volume Surpasses Arbitrum as Layer-2 Competition Intensifies
Base daily DEX volume has moved ahead of Arbitrum, highlighting how quickly liquidity can rotate between Ethereum layer-2 networks. The shift underscores Base's growing competitiveness beyond Coinbase distribution.
66% of Institutions Plan Tokenized Money Market Funds by 2027: Report
A new report reveals that 66% of institutional investors plan to invest in tokenized money market funds by 2027, signaling growing institutional adoption of blockchain-based financial products.
Crypto Bulls Lose $310M as Bitcoin Falls to $61,481 on Middle East Escalation
Bitcoin's July rally halted as escalating U.S.-Iran tensions triggered a 3.5% drop, wiping out $40 billion in market cap and leading to $310 million in long liquidations.
Jack Mallers' Strike Cuts Bitcoin Loan Terms to 6 Months to Kill Price Liquidations
Strike launches volatility-proof bitcoin loans that eliminate price-triggered liquidations, capping LTV at 45% with shorter 6-month terms and higher rates.
Clarity Act Faces Critical Senate Deadline as Crypto Advocates Ramp up Pressure
Crypto advocates urge constituents to contact U.S. senators before Aug. 7 as the CLARITY Act faces a narrow legislative window. The House passed the bill, but Senate divisions and policy disputes have stalled a vote, risking months of delay.
ChangeNOW x Guarda Case Proof: a Wallet Doesn’t Need to Become an Exchange
Guarda Wallet integrated ChangeNOW’s API to offer in-wallet swapping, buying, and staking without becoming an exchange itself, maintaining non-custodial control. The case study highlights how outsourced infrastructure can scale a wallet’s capabilities while preserving user trust.
Ripple Partners with Kansas Jayhawks for First NCAA Crypto Sponsorship
Ripple announces a five-year jersey patch deal with the Kansas Jayhawks, marking the first crypto sponsorship of an NCAA Division 1 athletics program. XRP logo will appear on football and basketball uniforms.
Polymarket Switches on Instant Bitcoin Lightning Deposits, Cutting 60-Minute Waits to Under a Second
Polymarket now credits bitcoin Lightning deposits in under one second via the Spark protocol, replacing onchain waits of 10–60 minutes.
Vaneck: Saylor's Strategy Sold $135 Million in Bitcoin Without Tapping Its $1.25 Billion Monetization Program
Vaneck's Matthew Sigel says Strategy's recent bitcoin sales did not draw from its $1.25 billion BTC Monetization Program, preserving full capacity. The company sold 3,588 BTC between June 29 and July 5 to fund preferred stock dividends.
President Trump's Bitcoin (BTC) Reserve Plan Encounters Interagency Hurdles
President Trump's plan for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve faces complications as the Treasury and Commerce departments vie for oversight, raising legal and structural questions.
$12 Trillion Vanguard Signals Deeper Crypto Push With New Head of Digital Assets Position
Vanguard, managing about $12 trillion in assets, is hiring a Head of Digital Assets to lead strategy and execution within its Personal Wealth division, signaling a structured reassessment of digital asset capabilities.
XRP Adoption Surges: $4 Billion Tokenized Assets, ETF Inflows, and Growing Wallet Creation
XRP is experiencing a triple boost in adoption metrics, with approximately $4 billion in tokenized real-world assets, eight consecutive weeks of spot XRP ETF inflows, and a 40% rise in new wallet creation, according to treasury firm Evernorth.
Binance’s IO Listing Extends The Market’s Appetite For Decentralized Compute Narratives
Binance's listing of the IO token on spot markets signals continued market appetite for decentralized compute and AI narratives.
Kraken’s Motion To Dismiss Keeps The SEC Exchange Cases Under Pressure
Kraken has filed a motion to dismiss the SEC’s amended complaint, arguing the regulator stretches securities law too far in the context of secondary trading.
SBI Holdings Backs EDX Markets With $76 Million, Fuels OCC Trust Charter Bid
EDX Markets closed a $76 million Series C funding round led by SBI Holdings, as the exchange pursues a national trust bank charter with the OCC.
Coinbase Adds Wormhole To Spot Trading As Solana Infrastructure Tokens Gain Visibility
Coinbase has listed Wormhole's W token on spot markets, boosting visibility for cross-chain infrastructure and Solana ecosystem tokens.
The Top 8 Crypto Exchanges by Reserves; Binance Holds a $130.1B War Chest
Binance leads with $130.1B in tracked crypto assets, more than Coinbase and OKX combined, as real-time wallet data reveals concentration risks and asset composition differences among major exchanges.
Was It a Hack or Governance? BONK's $21M Treasury Vote Divides Crypto
An anonymous wallet spent $4.4 million to acquire BONK tokens, then used them to pass a governance vote that drained $21.2 million from the BonkDAO treasury, sparking debate over whether the action was theft or legitimate DAO governance.
SEC Unveils Sweeping 2026 Agenda to Reshape Crypto and Capital Markets
The SEC's 2026 Regulatory Agenda prioritizes crypto clarity, IPO reform, and expanded private market access under Chairman Paul Atkins.
Bitcoin Suisse Advances Middle East Expansion, Receives Financial Services Permission in Abu Dhabi
Bitcoin Suisse's subsidiary BTCS (Middle East) Ltd. has received Financial Services Permission from the Abu Dhabi Global Market, enabling regulated digital asset services for institutional clients in the UAE. The Swiss firm safeguards over $3.7 billion in crypto assets.
Bitcoin Suisse Secures Abu Dhabi FSRA License for Institutional Crypto Services
Bitcoin Suisse has received a Financial Services Permission from Abu Dhabi Global Market's FSRA, enabling it to offer regulated crypto trading, custody, and derivatives to institutional clients in the UAE.
SEC Lists Proposed Crypto Rule Changes on Regulatory Agenda Amid CLARITY Act Wait
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has included three proposed crypto rule changes in its 2026 regulatory agenda, covering asset offerings, broker-dealer responsibilities, and market structure amendments.
Kucoin Locks In Exclusive Crypto Deal With UAE Team Emirates for Tour de France
Kucoin becomes the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange sponsor of UAE Team Emirates – XRG, debuting at the 2026 Tour de France, with branding on team vehicles and exclusive rights in crypto exchange, blockchain trading, and wallet categories.
Coinbase Wins UK License, Paving the Way for Stocks and Derivatives Trading
Coinbase has secured a UK investment services license, enabling it to offer stocks, derivatives, and tokenized real-world assets alongside cryptocurrency on a single platform.
Latam Insights: Brazil Tightens Crypto Regulations, OKX Aids Venezuelans, Bolivia Devalues Currency
Brazil classifies crypto firms under strict brokerage rules, OKX offers USDT aid to Venezuelan earthquake victims, and Bolivia abandons its fixed dollar exchange rate after 15 years.
Kenyan Treasury Pushes 30% Reserve Requirement as Stablecoin Firms Warn of Higher Costs
Kenya's National Treasury proposes requiring stablecoin issuers to hold 30% of reserves in local banks, sparking opposition from crypto firms who warn of higher costs and reduced liquidity.
UAE Central Bank Clears DDSC Stablecoin for Retail Use on VARA-Regulated Exchanges
The Central Bank of the UAE granted a no-objection certificate to the dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC, allowing it to list on VARA-regulated platforms and transition from institutional testing to consumer markets.
Hyperliquid Helps VALR Launch Over 200 Perpetual Markets as Decentralized Liquidity Gains Ground
VALR exchange launches over 200 perpetual futures markets powered by Hyperliquid's decentralized liquidity, offering cross-asset trading in crypto, equities, commodities, and forex on a regulated platform.
Coinbase Showcases Progress Toward All-in-One Financial Platform
Coinbase's monthly recap outlines advancements in tokenized stocks, AI-powered tools, stablecoins, and derivatives, pushing toward a unified financial platform.
Grayscale Spotlights the Applications Fueling Solana’s Rapid Growth
Grayscale reports that Solana's growing application ecosystem, featuring platforms like Raydium and Pump.fun, is driving over 100 million daily transactions and $360 billion in DEX volume year-to-date.
Robinhood Chain Launches, Metaplanet Buys 2,823 BTC, and Other Crypto News
Robinhood launched its own blockchain, Metaplanet added 2,823 BTC to its treasury, Grayscale outlined two paths out of the bear market, Coinbase CEO warned about US debt, and Metamask introduced a yield-bearing account.
Binance Returns to the Philippines Through Regulated Local Partnership
Binance reenters the Philippine market through an SEC-approved regulatory sandbox operated by Blockshoals Technologies Inc., beginning with a 90-day integration period before user onboarding.
Brazil's Central Bank Wants to Classify Stablecoins as Electronic Monetary Instruments
Brazil's central bank argues stablecoins should be treated as electronic money, sparking opposition from the crypto industry ahead of a congressional bill on stablecoin regulation.
AI and Crypto Payments Raise New Questions for Autonomous Transactions
AI agents may soon transact autonomously, but existing payment systems may not meet their needs. A WhiteBIT executive argues crypto infrastructure offers programmable, 24/7 rails, while a study finds AI models favor Bitcoin and stablecoins over fiat.
Binance Faces EU Regulatory Hurdles While Expanding into Philippines
Binance withdraws its MiCA license application in Greece, raising concerns among EU users, while simultaneously gaining regulatory approval to enter the Philippines via a partnership with Blockshoals Technologies.
OKX Announces Direct Crypto Aid for Venezuelans Hit by Devastating Twin Earthquakes
OKX is distributing 20 USDT to Venezuelan users in La Guaira with proof of address, providing direct relief after twin earthquakes that left over 2,000 dead.
MEXC SpaceX Derivatives Volume Shows Appetite For Private-Market Exposure
MEXC reports strong demand for SpaceX-linked derivative products, reflecting a trend of crypto exchanges offering synthetic exposure to private assets that retail traders cannot easily access.
Kraken API Partner Program Targets Algorithmic Traders And Platforms
Kraken has launched an API Partner Program aimed at platforms, algorithmic traders, and institutional users, offering incentives tied to routed trading activity to deepen liquidity and institutional connectivity.
Bitcoin Recovers Toward $62K as ETF Inflows Return and Trump’s BTC Holdings Make Waves: Weekly Crypto Update
Bitcoin rebounds toward $62,000 as spot ETF inflows return and altcoins follow, but the market remains fragile with key resistance ahead.
Kraken Plans CFTC-Regulated Perpetual Futures For US Traders
Kraken is preparing to bring perpetual futures to U.S. traders through a regulated structure, using its Kraken Pro platform and the regulatory framework from its Bitnomial acquisition.
Tokenized Stocks Emerge as Altcoin Lifeline Amid Crypto Market Reset
Tokenized stocks are gaining attention as a rare bright spot in the crypto market, attracting capital while traditional altcoin narratives weaken.
First Law Enforcement Group Backs CLARITY Act as Lummis Continues to Press for July Senate Vote
The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) endorsed the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, giving the crypto bill fresh momentum as Senator Lummis pushes for a July Senate vote.
Binance ETH Withdrawals Hit 3-Year High as Riot Stages Another 500 BTC for Possible Sale
Binance recorded over 166,000 ether withdrawal transactions in a single day, a three-year high, while bitcoin miner Riot Platforms moved 500 BTC to NYDIG custody, signaling potential sale. Analysts remain cautious as Binance's ETH netflow stays positive.
Fidelity’s FBTC Leads $222 Million Bitcoin ETF Rebound After 10 Days of Outflows
Bitcoin ETFs posted $221.72 million in net inflows, driven by Fidelity’s FBTC, marking the first positive session after 10 consecutive days of redemptions.
Saylor Takes 'Digital Credit' Pitch to Goldman Sachs as Strategy's Bitcoin-Backed Lending Tops $11 Billion
Michael Saylor pitched bitcoin-backed 'digital credit' at a Goldman Sachs conference, highlighting an $11 billion market strategy using Strategy's 847,363 BTC to fund yield-bearing instruments.
Same Risk, Same Rules: Brazil to Regulate Crypto VASPs Like Traditional Securities Brokerages
Brazil's central bank has reclassified virtual asset service providers (VASPs) as Type 3 entities, subjecting them to the same prudential requirements as securities brokerages starting January 2027, and excluding them from simplified low-risk regimes.
Stablecoins Surge 2% in Brazil as Central Bank Triggers 'Samba Premium'
Brazil's central bank warned financial institutions about unauthorized crypto imports, causing stablecoin prices to rise 2% and creating a temporary 'Samba Premium' in the market.
Lummis Fires Back at Warren, Says CLARITY Act Has 16+ Illicit Finance Safeguards
Senator Cynthia Lummis defends the CLARITY Act against Elizabeth Warren's criticism, stating the bill includes over 16 safeguards to combat money laundering and sanctions evasion.
Chainlink Active Addresses Near 900,000 as LINK Exchange Balances Decline
Chainlink's unique holder addresses are approaching 900,000, while LINK exchange balances have fallen, indicating investor accumulation into cold storage. The reduction in liquid supply may signal a shift in market dynamics.
BNB Beacon Chain Launches Self-Service Recovery Tool for Orphaned BEP2 Tokens
BNB Beacon Chain introduces a self-service recovery tool for orphaned BEP2 and BEP8 assets, part of ongoing decommissioning plans.
Metaplanet Buys 2,823 Bitcoins for $225M as Treasury Reaches 43,000 BTC Holdings
Metaplanet Inc. purchased 2,823 BTC in Q2 2026 for $225 million, boosting its total holdings to 43,000 Bitcoin. The firm also generated $10.95 million from its BTC options trading unit during the quarter.
SBI Crypto Shuts Down Bitcoin Mining Pool, Directing Miners to Alternative Pools
SBI Crypto is closing its Bitcoin mining pool on July 31, 2026, affecting 20,412 PH/s of hashrate. Miners are advised to transition to pools like Braiins, Luxor Pool, and Neopool.
Bybit Card Launches in Peru: Seamless Spending with Up to 120 USDT in Rewards
Bybit has launched the Bybit Card in Peru, offering up to 120 USDT in rewards for new users and enabling seamless spending in both USD and PEN.
Anchorage Digital Adds Lido Support, Opens Liquid Staking Access for Institutions
Anchorage Digital, the only federally chartered crypto bank in the US, has integrated Lido's liquid staking protocol, allowing institutional clients to mint and burn wstETH directly from its regulated platform.
BTCC Exchange Sees Trading Volume Surge Ahead of Argentina Match Days as World Cup Showdown Campaign Heats Up
BTCC exchange reports up to 55% surge in futures trading volume ahead of Argentina's World Cup matches, driven by its 1.25x volume boost promotion for traders.
Crypto Lending Drops to $23.3 Billion as Tether Holds 68% of CeFi Loan Market in Q1
Centralized crypto lending loan books fell 6% in Q1 2026 to $23.3 billion, marking the sector’s first quarterly contraction since Q3 2024. Tether remains dominant, but Maple, Nexo and Coinbase gained share as Galaxy and Ledn saw the steepest pullbacks.
Lizex.io Launches Large-Scale B2B Partnership Program for Crypto Services
Lizex.io, a fast-growing instant cryptocurrency exchange, has launched a B2B partnership program offering API access, white-label integration, and revenue sharing to crypto wallets, exchangers, and fintech products.
Ionic Raises $400M as AI Revenue Tops Bitcoin Mining Ahead of Nasdaq Listing
Ionic Digital, the bitcoin miner born from Celsius bankruptcy, raises $400M and files for Nasdaq listing as AI infrastructure leasing revenue surpasses Bitcoin mining, signaling a pivot toward power-and-land monetization.
Streamex Makes Digital Gold Accessible via Brokerage Accounts
Streamex Corp. has launched its tokenized, yield-bearing gold security $GLDY through FINRA-member broker Siebert Financial, allowing accredited investors to buy digital gold through standard brokerage accounts.
Robinhood Chain Mainnet Launch Marks Ambitious Global Expansion and Product Vision
Robinhood has launched the Robinhood Chain public mainnet, a new blockchain built on Arbitrum that aims to bridge traditional finance and decentralized finance, alongside product expansions including stock tokens, lending, and AI agent trading.
Ripple Spotlights 8 Key RLUSD Developments Shaping Global Payments Push
Ripple highlights eight recent developments for its RLUSD stablecoin, including Mastercard support, Japanese approval, and new regional integrations in Turkey and Africa, signaling its expanding role in global payments and infrastructure.
Visa-Mastercard Stablecoin Debate Puts XRP Ledger Design Back In Focus
A new consortium-backed stablecoin, Open USD, involving major payments firms has renewed discussion about the XRP Ledger's early design, though it is not issued on XRPL.
Binance Addresses MiCA Transition as EU Regulatory Changes Take Effect
Binance reassures EU users that their assets remain safe and held on a 1:1 basis as MiCA regulations take effect, while the exchange continues regulatory engagement and offers withdrawal and transfer options.
Dragonfly Leads $65M Bet on Erik Voorhees' Venice AI as Startup Reaches Unicorn Status
Venice AI, a privacy-focused AI platform founded by bitcoin advocate Erik Voorhees, raised $65 million in Series A funding at a $1 billion valuation, led by Dragonfly with participation from Coinbase Ventures and others.
Streamex Introduces 24/7 Digital Gold Trading Infrastructure
Streamex Corp. has launched 24/7 trading of its gold-backed token $GLDY on Solana via Orca, with a retail version coming soon.
EU's MiCA Deadline Reshapes Crypto Market as Spain Approves Venga
Spain's CNMV has authorized crypto platform Venga under the EU's MiCA regulation, as the July 1 deadline prompts industry consolidation. Fewer than 8% of crypto firms have secured full MiCA approval, highlighting stringent standards.
WhiteBIT Introduces TradeFi as Demand Grows for Multi-Asset Trading
WhiteBIT launches TradeFi, a new category with 45+ perpetual pairs for trading commodities, equities, and ETFs using crypto infrastructure.
Ethereum Institutional Opens Doors to Banks With Zero Advisory Fees
Former Ethereum Foundation staffers launch Ethereum Institutional, a nonprofit offering free guidance to banks and asset managers entering the Ethereum ecosystem.
The Vanishing Bitcoin Bid: Where Are the ETF Billions Going?
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw $223 million in outflows on June 30, marking nine consecutive days of withdrawals, with June totaling $4.51 billion in exits. Analysts suggest institutional capital is shifting toward AI and semiconductor sectors, not cash or bonds.
Bitcoin ETFs Hit 9-Day Outflow Streak With $223 Million Exit as June Ends in the Red
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $222.64 million in outflows on Tuesday, extending a nine-day losing streak, while ether, XRP, Solana, and HYPE ETFs also ended the session in negative territory.
Ripple News and XRP Price Update Today: July 1
Ripple joins Open USD as a day-one integration partner, boosting institutional adoption, while XRP faces price pressure below $1. ETF inflows remain strong despite a recent market downturn.
Crypto Becomes America's Top Corporate Political Donor With $189 Million Poured Into 2026 Midterms
The cryptocurrency industry has spent $189 million influencing the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, making it the single largest source of corporate political money in the country.
Binance and CZ Sued for $200 Million in UK Over 'Unauthorized' Derivatives Sold to 1,700 Traders
Nearly 1,700 UK investors file a £150 million claim against Binance and Changpeng Zhao, alleging unauthorized sale of high-risk crypto derivatives.
Bitcoin Falls Below $58,000 as Quarter-End Selling and Strategy Jitters Deepen 2026 Losses
Bitcoin slid under $58,000 on June 30, closing out its worst quarter in years as quarter-end selling, sustained ETF outflows, and anxiety over Strategy Inc.'s pivot dragged the token to a 34% year-to-date loss.
Utorg Obtains MiCA License as July 1 Deadline Forces Much of the Industry Out of Europe
Utorg has received full authorization under the EU's MiCA regulation, allowing it to operate across all 29 EEA member states starting July 1, 2026, while many other platforms exit the European market.
Bank of Thailand Backs 1:1 Baht Stablecoin While Tightening Cross-Border Payment Rules
The Bank of Thailand plans a public consultation on a baht-backed stablecoin requiring 1:1 reserves, while suspending 5,000 Alipay and WeChat Pay accounts to curb unauthorized yuan transfers.
Binance Says $300 Million Annual Compliance Spend Helped Stop $10.53 Billion in Fraud
Binance reports spending around $300 million annually on compliance, with 1,500 staff dedicated to oversight, resulting in the interception of $10.53 billion in potential fraud and support for over 313,000 law enforcement requests.
Brazil Stablecoin Demand Explodes 158% Year-Over-Year to $2.6 Billion in May
New data from the Central Bank of Brazil shows stablecoin purchases surged 158% year-over-year to $2.632 billion in May 2026, highlighting growing demand for dollar-proxy assets across Latin America. The surge has sparked regulatory debate ahead of the October election.
Sharplink Adds 10,000 ETH as Corporate Treasury Grows to 886,725 Ether
Sharplink increased its ether holdings to 886,725 ETH with a new purchase of 10,000 tokens, while also repurchasing over 2.1 million shares to boost ETH per share.
DraftKings Launches Own Prediction Market Exchange DKeX, Replacing Crypto.com and CME
DraftKings launched its own CFTC-regulated prediction market exchange DKeX, ending its reliance on third-party infrastructure from Crypto.com and CME Group. The move aims to capture trading fees directly, as the platform saw annualized trading volume of $11.3 billion during a week boosted by the World Cup.
Strategy’s Bitcoin Sale Authorization Reduces Risk of Forced BTC Selling, Analysts Say
Strategy’s authorization to sell up to $1.25 billion in bitcoin to support its dollar reserve reduces the risk of forced BTC selling and signals a shift toward more active treasury management, analysts say.
XRP Gains From RLUSD Growth as $900M Trading Boom Deepens Liquidity, Evernorth Says
Evernorth data shows RLUSD's share of XRP Ledger trading rose to 12% by 2026, with RLUSD/XRP pair processing $900M in six months, deepening liquidity and solidifying XRP's role as the core settlement asset.
SEC Chair Says 'Historic' Crypto Clarity Lets Issuers Know Which Tokens Are Securities Before Launch
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins outlines 'Project Crypto' to provide upfront regulatory clarity, allowing digital asset issuers to determine token security status before launch, while coordinating with the CFTC and shifting from enforcement-driven policy.
Taiwan Enacts Comprehensive Crypto Law with Up to 7 Years Prison for Unlicensed Services
Taiwan passed the Virtual Asset Service Act on June 30, making the FSC the sole crypto regulator. Untrusted stablecoin issuers or unlicensed VASPs face up to 7 years in prison and $3.1M fines under the law.
Coinbase Institutional Head: Over 40 Countries Commit to Buying Bitcoin
Coinbase's Head of Institutional Strategy John D’Agostino says more than 40 countries have committed to buying bitcoin, though public trackers show only 13 governments with confirmed holdings. The gap highlights the difference between commitments and active purchases.
Ark Invest Researcher Doubts Open USD Can Beat Circle After 16% Stock Drop
Circle shares fell 16.5% after a consortium of 140+ firms including Coinbase and BlackRock launched a rival stablecoin, OUSD. An Ark Invest researcher questions whether the new coin can challenge Circle's dominance.
Ripple-Backed Evernorth Reveals How RLUSD Powered $2.5B Milestone For XRP
Evernorth's report shows RLUSD stablecoin has boosted XRP Ledger activity, with $2.5B trading volume and increasing supply, confirming RLUSD supports XRP rather than replacing it.
Upbit Lists Gensyn As AI Crypto Narrative Gets New Korean Market Boost
Upbit has announced trading support for Gensyn, a decentralized AI GPU compute project, giving GEN exposure to Korean won, BTC, and USDT trading pairs and boosting its visibility in South Korea's active retail crypto market.
Goldman Sachs XRP Trust Filing Shows How Wall Street Is Testing Crypto Exposure
Goldman Sachs filings reveal exposure to XRP through regulated trust vehicles, highlighting how Wall Street tests altcoin exposure without direct token holdings.
SEC Seeks Public Comment on 'Novel ETFs' Amid Prediction Market ETF Approval Delays
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is requesting public feedback on novel ETFs, including those tracking prediction markets, as it grapples with regulatory frameworks and approval delays.
MiCA Deadline: New Rules Could Force 80% of Crypto Firms Out of EU
The EU's MiCA regulation grace period ends July 1, 2026, and ESMA demands all crypto firms obtain a license. Industry leaders warn that 80% of companies may be forced to leave the EU, while some platforms like Paybis report a surge in trading volume.
BlackRock, Coinbase, Ripple, Mastercard Team Up to Launch Open Standard OUSD Stablecoin
Financial giants including BlackRock, Coinbase, Ripple, and Mastercard are collaborating to launch the OUSD stablecoin, which will feature free minting and redemption, shared reserve earnings, and a decentralized governance model.
Coinbase Brings Stablecoin Funding to Europe’s Regulated Mutual Funds in Landmark First
Coinbase integrates its Payments infrastructure with Spiko, enabling Europe’s first UCITS funds to accept EURC and USDC for near-instant subscriptions and redemptions on Base.
TD Cowen Cuts Strategy (MSTR) Stock Price Target to $260 Amid Bearish Bitcoin Outlook
TD Cowen has reduced its price target for Strategy (MSTR) stock from $400 to $260, citing a more conservative long-term Bitcoin price projection, while maintaining a Buy rating.
What's to Expect for BTC, ETH, XRP, and BNB Prices Ahead of EU MiCA's Tomorrow Deadline?
With the EU MiCA deadline approaching, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and BNB face key support levels amid regulatory pressures and ETF outflows.
Binance Will Temporarily Pause BTC Deposits and Withdrawals: What You Need to Know
Binance will temporarily suspend Bitcoin deposits and withdrawals on July 1 for wallet maintenance. The exchange also faces regulatory uncertainty in the EU after withdrawing its MiCA license application in Greece.
Grant Cardone Buys the Dip: Cardone Capital Tops 2,700 BTC With Bitcoin Near $59K
Real estate mogul Grant Cardone's firm, Cardone Capital, has increased its bitcoin holdings to over 2,700 BTC, buying during a recent dip. The firm uses rental cash flow to fund purchases, aiming for 3,000 BTC by year-end and 10,000 BTC long-term.
Cathie Wood's Ark Invest Bets Again on COIN, CRCL, & BLSH Crypto Stocks
Ark Invest purchased shares of Coinbase, Circle, Bullish, and Robinhood across three ETFs, signaling continued optimism in crypto stocks despite market volatility.
Crypto Firms Turn to Dubai as EU Grants Only 244 MiCA Licenses Ahead of Deadline
With only 244 out of nearly 3,000 crypto firms securing MiCA licenses in the EU, many are turning to Dubai's welcoming regulatory environment led by VARA.
MSTR Stock Prediction: Wall Street Reiterates $212 Target as STRC Soars 12% on Restructuring
Strategy (MSTR) stock surged 12% after announcing a plan to sell Bitcoin to boost USD reserves, prompting Cantor Fitzgerald to reiterate a $212 price target. The STRC preferred stock also jumped 12% on a dividend rate increase.
Coinbase Announces New Partnership To Boost EU Stablecoin Payments After MiCA License
Coinbase has partnered with Spiko Finance to enable 24/7 stablecoin payments for regulated investment funds in Europe, leveraging its recent MiCA license.
UK Unveils Final Crypto Rulebook as FCA Cuts Stablecoin Capital Floor
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority published its final cryptoasset rulebook, lowering the stablecoin capital floor to 1% and setting an October 2027 deadline for firms to win authorization.
BlackRock, Morgan Stanley-Backed Securitize to Make NYSE Debut on Thursday
Securitize, a tokenization platform backed by BlackRock and Morgan Stanley, will begin trading on the NYSE on July 2 under the ticker SECZ after receiving shareholder approval for its SPAC merger.
Arkham Intelligence Ranks Polymarket Traders by Skill — Top Forecaster Hits 66.1% Win Rate
Arkham Intelligence launched a new Elo-based rating system for Polymarket traders, ranking them by prediction accuracy rather than profit or volume. The top forecaster, GardenerCx, holds a 66.1% win rate across 2,512 resolved crypto markets.
USDT Premium in India Jumps Past 8.5% as Stablecoin Supply Tightens
A sudden squeeze in Tether's USDT supply in India has pushed the stablecoin's local premium above 8.5%, more than double its usual level, signaling a sharp local shortage of dollar-pegged tether.
Siebert Joins Tokenized Securities Race, Selects Tzero as Infrastructure Partner
Muriel Siebert & Co., a Wall Street broker-dealer with $19.5 billion in retail client assets, has selected Tzero’s digital securities platform to enter the tokenized securities market, starting with a gold-backed tokenized security called GLDY.
XRP Whales Move Away from Binance as Exchange Outflows Shift
Large XRP transfers are becoming more prominent across centralized exchanges overall, while their activity on Binance has declined significantly, according to CryptoQuant data.
Bitget Launches UEX Futures League Linking Crypto and Traditional Markets
Bitget has launched the UEX Futures League, a multi-market trading tournament that integrates cryptocurrencies and traditional financial markets, with a prize pool of 120,000 USDT per phase.
Strategy Could Sell $3.25 Billion in Bitcoin Under New Plan, Peter Schiff Warns
Peter Schiff warns that Strategy's new digital credit framework could lead to selling up to $3.25 billion in bitcoin, potentially pressuring prices. The company asserts it has sufficient reserves to cover obligations for over two years.
Kiwoom Securities in Talks to Acquire Bithumb Stake Amid Korean TradFi-Crypto Mergers
Kiwoom Securities is reportedly in early negotiations to buy a stake in Bithumb via a private placement, as South Korean brokerages race to secure crypto exchange positions ahead of new tokenized securities regulations.
Tom Lee's Bitmine Adds 27,084 ETH as Holdings Reach 4.7% of Ethereum Supply
Bitmine acquired 27,084 ETH last week, increasing its total holdings to over 5.7 million ETH, representing 4.7% of the total Ethereum supply. The firm also joined the Russell 1000 index.
Arthur Hayes Bets $2.2 Million on SYN, Backing Hypercall to Challenge Deribit
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes purchased about $2.2 million of SYN tokens, endorsing the Hypercall options platform on Hyperliquid as a potential rival to Deribit.
Bitmine Buys Another 27,000 ETH Despite Market Slump, Nears 5% of Ethereum Supply
Bitmine Immersion Technologies purchased 27,000 ETH during a market downturn, bringing its total holdings to 5.7 million tokens, or 4.7% of Ethereum's supply.
Strategy Launches $2.55B Reserve Shield as MSTR Plunges 30% and Bitcoin Hits $60K
Strategy Inc. announced a Digital Credit Capital Framework, including a $2.55B USD Reserve, higher STRC dividend rate, and $1B buyback programs, as MSTR shares fell 30% amid Bitcoin trading near $60,000.
Samsung and SK Hynix Perpetuals Tumble as S. Korean Giants Unveil $518B AI Push
Samsung and SK Hynix announced a massive $518 billion AI and semiconductor chip project, but perpetuals tied to the companies tumbled as traders cite capital rotation from crypto to AI as bearish for the market.
Binance Founder CZ Rules Out Return as CEO
Changpeng 'CZ' Zhao, the founder of Binance, has stated he has no intention of returning as CEO, though he remains a significant stakeholder and continues to influence the crypto space through advisory roles and new ventures.
'Engineers, Not Business Operators': Why Loopring Is Shutting Down Its DEX
Loopring, the first project to launch a zero-knowledge rollup on Ethereum, has announced it is shutting down its decentralized exchange due to outdated technology, poor adoption, and stronger engineering skills than business development.
Arthur Hayes Bets Big on Synapse's Hypercall as Deribit's Rival, SYN Token Jumps 26%
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has expressed support for Synapse Protocol's Hypercall options DEX, claiming it can challenge Deribit. His backing triggered a 26% surge in the SYN token.
Latam Insights: Regulators and Courts Move on Crypto in Brazil and Paraguay as Disaster Relief Hits Venezuela
Brazil proposes a 24-hour holding period for large stablecoin transactions, Paraguay convicts two bitcoin miners for energy theft, and Binance pledges $3 million in USDT aid for Venezuela earthquake relief.
Crypto's Dry Powder Is Drying Up as Stablecoin Sector Contracts by $9.4B
The stablecoin economy has contracted by $9.445 billion since May 8, 2026, with major tokens like USDT and USDC leading outflows, signaling weaker crypto liquidity and a potential bearish trend.
Ripple’s CLARITY Truck Hits Washington as Congress Weighs Crypto Rules
Ripple deployed a branded truck in Washington, D.C. to promote the CLARITY Act amid growing Senate pressure for crypto market regulation.
Here's How CoinEx Became a Critical Gateway for Iran's Crypto Economy
Over $3.84 billion in blockchain transactions have been traced between crypto exchange CoinEx and sanctioned Iranian entities over more than seven years, according to TRM Labs.
CME Puts Dominate Bitcoin Options as Traders Bet Against $60K Floor
Bitcoin options data reveals CME put dominance and converging max pain levels near $60,000, with futures open interest declining to multi-month lows as traders hedge against further downside.
Michael Saylor Teases Bullish Signal: More Charts May Be Coming as Strategy’s Bitcoin Accumulation Grows
Strategy's latest orange-dot chart signals potential further Bitcoin purchases, as the company holds over 847,000 BTC despite market volatility.
Brazil Proposes Mandatory 24-Hour Hold on Large Crypto Stablecoin Transactions
Brazil's central bank has proposed a 24-hour hold on stablecoin transfers exceeding $10,000 to allow virtual asset service providers to screen transactions and verify legitimacy. The measure targets cross-border payments and remittances, potentially affecting business-to-business markets.
ESMA Orders Unauthorized Crypto Firms to Wind Down as MiCA Deadline Approaches
The European Securities and Markets Authority has directed unlicensed crypto asset service providers to stop onboarding EU clients and prepare for orderly market exits before the MiCA transitional period ends on July 1.
Bitwise Stakes $114 Million in HYPE on Hyperliquid as Its Spot ETF Doubles Down
Bitwise staked 1.775 million HYPE worth about $114 million on Hyperliquid, expanding its position through the firm's spot ETF fee allocation strategy.
US Regulators Approve Kalshi to Launch CFTC-Regulated Perpetual Futures Anchored by Bitcoin
The CFTC has approved Kalshi's contract submissions for regulated Bitcoin-anchored perpetual futures, offering U.S. retail investors a compliant alternative to offshore derivatives.
Ripple Partners with SBI Holdings for Japan RLUSD Stablecoin Launch
Ripple partners with SBI VC Trade to launch RLUSD stablecoin in Japan following JFSA approval as a Type 4 electronic payment instrument.
Crypto Venture Activity Narrows as Investor Participation Hits 6-Year Low
Crypto venture funding is shrinking as unique investor participation fell to 651 in Q2 2026, down from a record 2,564 in 2022, marking the lowest level since 2020.
Caleb & Brown Integrates Ripple Payments to Speed Up Client Fiat Settlements
Caleb & Brown has integrated Ripple Payments to accelerate U.S. dollar withdrawals, highlighting blockchain-based settlement as an alternative to slower bank wires.
Binance Pledges $3 Million in USDT to Aid Victims of Devastating Venezuela Earthquakes
Binance Charity launches a $3 million initiative to support Venezuelans affected by recent earthquakes, distributing $20 USDT vouchers and waiving transaction fees until July 2.
Bitcoin ETFs Set Another Anti-Record as $1.8B Left the Funds Weekly
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $1.79 billion in net outflows last week, marking the second-worst week since their launch and continuing a seven-week losing streak.
Nigeria, Rwanda Join Forces on Crypto Regulation to Counter Fraud
Nigeria and Rwanda have signed a cooperation agreement to strengthen digital asset oversight and combat fraud across their capital markets, signaling a regional push for unified crypto regulation.
Crypto Market Weekly: $2.3 Trillion Wipeout, MSTR Woes Deepen, Binance MiCA Exit and Hot PCE Print
The crypto market lost over $200 billion this week amid a broader $2.3 trillion decline since October 2025, with Bitcoin dropping to $58,000, Strategy facing a legal probe, Binance preparing to exit Europe, and a hot PCE inflation print fueling rate hike expectations.
Stablecoin Regulation Debate Heats Up in Brazil as Bill 4308/2024 Nears Hearing
Brazil's crypto industry pushes back against classifying stablecoins as electronic money, warning it could stifle innovation and harm the market.
Which EU Countries Are Crypto Firms Choosing for MiCA Licenses?
As the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation approaches, crypto firms are actively selecting EU member states for licensing. This article analyzes the preferred jurisdictions and the factors driving these choices.
Australia Gives Crypto Firms 3 More Months to Secure Licenses
ASIC extends no-action relief for crypto firms until Sept. 30, 2026, giving them three extra months to obtain or vary licenses, and expands coverage to include authorized representative arrangements.
Chainlink Joins Project Pangea to Modernize FX Settlement for 47 Banks
Chainlink partners with FairSquareLab and over 47 banks in Project Pangea, aiming to reduce FX settlement times from T+2 to T+0 using regulated stablecoins while maintaining SWIFT messaging compatibility.
ZachXBT Warns AscendEX Users of Potential Liquidity Issues and Delayed Withdrawals
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has warned that centralized exchange AscendEX (formerly Bitmax) is delaying user withdrawals for days or weeks, with some transactions not processed at all. On-chain analysis suggests the exchange's hot wallets lack sufficient reserves of major tokens like USDT, ETH, and SOL, indicating potential liquidity problems.
Polymarket Confirms Hackers Drained $3 Million From Users After Third-Party Breach
Polymarket disclosed a supply-chain attack that siphoned about $3 million from over 11 users via compromised third-party code. The platform said it has contained the incident and is refunding victims in full.
Corporate Treasury SBET Resumes Ethereum Accumulation With 5,000 ETH Purchase
SharpLink, the publicly traded company formerly known as SharpLink Gaming, has reportedly resumed Ethereum accumulation after an eight-month pause, acquiring 5,000 ETH worth about $7.85 million through FalconX.
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest Buys the Dip on Coinbase, Circle, Bullish, and Robinhood as Crypto Stocks Slide
ARK Invest purchased shares of Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle, and Bullish on June 25 during a broad crypto-equity selloff, continuing Cathie Wood's strategy of buying into weakness.
SBI Holdings Acquires Bitbank For ¥46.7 Billion In Japanese Crypto Consolidation
SBI Holdings has announced a ¥46.7 billion acquisition of Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank, aiming to create a major domestic exchange group with over ¥1.1 trillion in assets under custody across 2.92 million accounts.
Binance Suspending Crypto Services in EU Markets After Failing to Secure MiCA Approval
Binance will halt crypto asset services in several EU markets from July 1 after failing to obtain MiCA authorization before the regulatory deadline. The exchange has withdrawn its Greek license application and is seeking approval through another member state.
BitGo Slashes 15% of Workforce to Pivot Toward AI-Powered Crypto Infrastructure
BitGo, a crypto custody firm, has laid off 15% of its workforce to refocus on AI-powered infrastructure, security, and stablecoins, amid a 70% drop in its stock price since its 2026 IPO.
South Korea Fines Bithumb 210M Won For Unauthorized Overseas Data Transfers
South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission has fined Bithumb 210 million won for transferring user data overseas without proper consent, highlighting growing regulatory scrutiny on data privacy in the crypto sector.
Crypto Markets Erase $120B as Bitcoin Tanks to $58K Amid Growing Strategy FUD: Weekly Recap
The crypto market lost over $120 billion in a week as Bitcoin fell to $58,000, its lowest since October 2024, driven by macroeconomic pressures and growing concerns around MicroStrategy's Bitcoin strategy.
SEC, CFTC Seek Public Comment on Harmonized Framework for BTC, ETH, XRP Futures
The SEC and CFTC jointly request public comments on harmonizing portfolio margining rules for securities and derivatives, including crypto perpetual futures. The 60-day comment period follows CFTC approval of BTC, ETH, XRP futures.
Ark Invest Buys The Dip In Regulated Crypto Equities During Market Pullback
Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest reportedly added shares of Coinbase, Circle, Bullish, and Robinhood on June 25, 2026, during a market pullback, according to trade notifications.
NOWPayments Expands Its Ecosystem with Crypto Tax Readiness Toolkits for Global Businesses
NOWPayments partners with KoinX to launch free, jurisdiction-specific crypto tax and compliance resources for businesses, aiming to simplify regulatory adherence across global markets.
Tom Lee's Bitmine to Join Russell 1000 as BMNR Stock Falls
Bitmine will be added to the Russell 1000 index after the market close, a significant milestone for the Ethereum treasury firm, while BMNR stock declines amid broader crypto market weakness.
Ripple Partner Cross River Bank Powers Elon Musk's X Money
Elon Musk’s X Money has begun rolling out to select Premium+ users, using Ripple partner Cross River Bank as its primary banking infrastructure, fueling speculation about future XRP and crypto integration.
Sushiswap Brings dSLTP to 4 Blockchains, Giving DeFi Traders Automated Risk Controls
Sushiswap integrates Orbs' dSLTP protocol on Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, and Katana, enabling decentralized stop-loss and take-profit orders with full asset custody.
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest Buys the Dip in Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle Stocks
ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, purchased shares of Coinbase, Robinhood, Circle, and Bullish on June 25 amid a market downturn, allocating millions to these crypto-related stocks.
Stablecoin Supply Peaks at $315B as Risk-Off Capital Depresses Ether
The stablecoin market reached a record $315 billion in total capitalization, while Ether remains under pressure from volatility and Ethereum ETF outflows, highlighting a nuanced liquidity dynamic in crypto.
Polymarket to Refund Users After Hackers Steal $3M in Frontend Attack
Polymarket confirmed a supply chain attack via a compromised third-party vendor, leading to $3 million in losses from fewer than 15 user accounts. The platform will fully refund all affected users.
Spark Seeds $150M Into Uniswap v4 to Build Shared FX Layer for Stablecoins
Spark and Uniswap have launched a Stablecoin FX Layer on Uniswap v4, seeded with $150 million in liquidity, to enable low-slippage swaps between dollar-pegged stablecoins for institutions and fintechs.
Oobit Integrates Pix: How the Tether-Backed App is Bringing USDT to 170 Million Brazilians
Oobit has integrated Brazil's Pix payment network, enabling 170 million users to deposit reais and spend USDT seamlessly. The move follows a $25 million funding round led by Tether.
MSTR Falls Below $100 as STRC Preferred Discount Raises Bitcoin Treasury Questions
MSTR slipped below $100 for the first time since March 2024, and the STRC preferred stock trades below par, raising doubts about Strategy's Bitcoin treasury model's durability in weaker markets.
SBI Holdings to Acquire Bitbank, Potentially Creating Japan's Largest Crypto Exchange
SBI Holdings is acquiring Bitbank for $300 million to create Japan's largest crypto exchange by custody assets, pending regulatory approval.
Ripple's RLUSD Enters Japan Through SBI After Regulatory Approval
Ripple and SBI Holdings launch RLUSD stablecoin in Japan through SBI VCTRADE after FSA approval, marking a milestone in regulated stablecoin adoption in Asia.
Grayscale Points to Top 15 Crypto Revenue Protocols Trading Cheap as CLARITY Act Nears
Grayscale Investments says several leading revenue-generating crypto protocols trade at low valuation multiples, with potential passage of the CLARITY Act expected to boost on-chain finance and tokenized assets.
Law Enforcement Groups Warn CLARITY Act Section 604 Could Create AML Gaps
US law enforcement groups warn that Section 604 of the CLARITY Act, which protects non-custodial developers, could hamper illicit finance investigations. The debate highlights the tension between open-source crypto development and enforcement.
DEXE Defies Market Slump With Record Whale Transactions and User Growth
DeXe (DEXE) sees all-time highs in whale transactions and active addresses, with 600% market cap growth in four months, driven by DAO governance adoption and exchange outflows.
Bitcoin Slides Nearly 20% in June as $715M in Crypto Long Bets Collapse
Bitcoin briefly touched a new year-to-date low of $58,035 on Thursday before rebounding to $59,500, as forced liquidations across the crypto market exceeded $1 billion, with $715 million in long bets wiped out.
Law Firm Investigates Strategy as MSTR Drops 7% and STRC Crashes to $73
Rosen Law Firm announced an investigation into Strategy Inc. and Michael Saylor for potential securities claims, as MSTR hit a 52-week low and STRC preferred shares fell 26% below par, exposing retail investors to heavy losses.
Senator Lummis Pushes for CLARITY Act Vote Before Recess
Senator Cynthia Lummis is urging the Senate to vote on the CLARITY Act before recess, keeping U.S. crypto market-structure legislation in focus as traders watch for clearer rules.
Binance Withdraws Greece MiCA Bid As EU Deadline Nears
Binance has withdrawn its registration application in Greece as it seeks MiCA authorization through another EU jurisdiction, signaling a strategic shift in its European licensing approach.
Meta's Arena Prediction Market Could Challenge Polymarket and Kalshi
Meta is reportedly developing a prediction market app called Arena, potentially competing with Polymarket and Kalshi. Experts say Meta's massive user base could disrupt the sector.
Over $600M Liquidated in 1 Hour as XRP, ETH Mimic BTC's Massive Price Crash
A brutal crypto market crash wiped out over $600 million in long positions within an hour, with XRP dropping to $1.00 and Ethereum falling toward $1,500.
2 Crypto Stocks to Watch Ahead of the July 1 MiCA Deadline
Coinbase and Circle emerge as MiCA-compliant winners ahead of the July 1 deadline, but bearish market sentiment weighs on their stock prices.
Crypto Traders Lose $1B in 24 Hours as Short Sellers Face Rising Pressure
Cryptocurrency liquidations topped $1 billion in 24 hours after bitcoin fell to a 2026 low of $59,018, with analysts warning of a potential short squeeze that could liquidate billions more.
Memecore Crashes 76% as $3B Vanishes and ZachXBT Revives Manipulation Claims
Memecore (M) flash-crashed 76% on June 25, wiping out nearly $3 billion in value, as accusations of insider pump-and-dump resurfaced. The incident has reignited debate over centralized exchange token listing standards.
MIM Stablecoin Slips From Peg As Abracadabra Liquidity Stress Returns
Magic Internet Money has slipped from its dollar peg again, putting Abracadabra liquidity and Curve pool balance back under pressure, reviving concerns around smaller stablecoins and DeFi collateral loops.
ASIC Extends Deadline for Crypto Firms to Obtain AFS Licences
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has extended the deadline for crypto firms operating in the country to obtain an Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence, providing more time for compliance with regulatory requirements.
Will Crypto Market Crash Deeper As $1B In Bitcoin, ETH, XRP Liquidated Ahead PCE Data?
Over $1 billion in crypto liquidations hit traders as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP face intense sell pressure ahead of key U.S. PCE inflation data and a $10 billion Bitcoin options expiry.
BMNR Stock Outlook as Bitmine Hits Historic $10B Unrealized Loss
Bitmine's BMNR stock drops to a one-year low as unrealized losses on Ethereum holdings approach $10 billion, ahead of a potential Russell 1000 listing.
MemeCore Token Crashes As ZachXBT Warning Puts Insider Supply Back In Focus
MemeCore's M token plunged suddenly, reviving concerns about thin liquidity, insider supply, and exchange listing standards.
Binance Withdraws MiCA License Application in Greece, Seeks Alternative EU Jurisdiction
Binance has withdrawn its MiCA license application in Greece and will pursue authorization in another EU member state, aiming to comply with local regulations by July 1.
Japan's XRP Banking Partner SBI Holdings Signs Deal To Complete Bitbank Buyout
SBI Holdings, Ripple's XRP banking partner in Japan, has signed a deal to acquire crypto exchange Bitbank for approximately ¥46.7 billion ($288.65 million), aiming to become the largest crypto exchange provider in the country.
World Expands Agentkit Access as AI Agents Execute Purchases Across Four Countries
World has expanded access to Agentkit, a framework linking AI agents to verified World IDs, enabling secure automated purchases across the US, Germany, Japan, and the UK.
Curaçao Orders Its Crypto Casinos to Screen Wallets and Ban Mixers, With Full Compliance Due in 2027
The Curaçao Gaming Authority has issued its first detailed crypto rulebook for licensed online operators, mandating blockchain analytics, wallet segregation, and an immediate ban on mixers, with full compliance required by June 2027.
Ripple Partners with SBI Group to Launch RLUSD Stablecoin in Japan
Ripple has launched its RLUSD stablecoin in Japan through a partnership with SBI Group, receiving regulatory approval from the Japan Financial Services Agency. The stablecoin is now available on SBI VC Trade for both institutional and retail investors.
CFTC Sues Kentucky to Shield Kalshi and Polymarket
The CFTC filed its ninth lawsuit against a state over prediction markets, targeting Kentucky's crackdown on Kalshi and Polymarket, marking the first such suit against a Republican-led state.
Coinbase Establishes EU-Wide MiCA Crypto Hub in Luxembourg After Ripple
Coinbase has chosen Luxembourg as its EU-wide crypto hub under MiCA regulation, following Ripple's similar move. The license allows it to serve 450 million users across 27 EU member states.
Binance Seeks New EU License After Withdrawing MiCA Application in Greece
Binance is pursuing a new European Union licensing route after withdrawing its MiCA application in Greece, as the July 1 regulatory deadline approaches.
MiCA Deadline Hits July 1 as Unlicensed Crypto Platforms Face EU Shutdown Risk
From July 1, 2026, crypto firms in the European Economic Area must be authorized under MiCA or stop serving EU clients. Regulators have ruled out extensions or temporary status, leaving many registered firms at risk of suspension.
Bitcoin Traders Brace for PCE and Jobs Data as Macro Volatility Builds
Bitcoin traders are bracing for a macro-heavy stretch as upcoming PCE inflation and labor market data could trigger renewed volatility in crypto markets already weakened by recent liquidations.
Kalshi Eyes New Capital Raise at $40 Billion Valuation
Prediction market platform Kalshi is reportedly in talks to raise additional funds at a valuation of $40 billion, nearly double its previous round, as it expands into crypto perpetual futures.
STRC Discount Widens as Strategy’s $12.55B Paper Loss Tests Saylor’s Thesis
Strategy's 847,363 BTC stash sits $12.55 billion underwater as bitcoin trades below $60,000, while MSTR shares have fallen 78.37% since July 2025. The discount on STRC preferred stock widens to $82.20, pushing its effective yield to 13.99%.
Blackrock Says Bitcoin's Role Is Evolving, Calls a 1%-2% Portfolio Allocation Appropriate
Blackrock advised financial advisors that a 1%-2% bitcoin allocation can serve as a complementary diversifier, with risk similar to holding major tech stocks, while noting competition from the AI investment boom.
Blackrock’s IBIT Loses $182 Million as Bitcoin ETF Outflows Reach $114 Million
Bitcoin and ether ETF outflows persisted on June 23, with Blackrock’s IBIT leading losses at $182 million, while HYPE and Solana products saw modest inflows.
Binance Withdraws MiCA Application in Greece Ahead of July 1 Deadline
Binance has announced it is withdrawing its MiCA license application in Greece and will pursue authorization through another EU member state before the July 1 deadline.
Bitget Stocks Support Direct Inbound Transfers of US Equities with Incentives
Bitget launches its Stock Transfer Fast-Track Plan, allowing users to transfer US stock holdings from brokers like Futu and IBKR directly into Bitget Stock+ with reimbursement of transfer fees up to 10,000 USDT.
CFTC Kentucky Lawsuit Extends Federal-State Fight Over Prediction Markets
The CFTC's reported lawsuit against Kentucky highlights the ongoing jurisdictional battle over prediction markets, questioning whether federally regulated event contracts can be restricted by state gambling laws.
Breaking: Zcash (ZEC), NEAR, SHIB, & DOGE Perps Trading Go Live on Kalshi
Kalshi prediction market launches CFTC-regulated perpetual futures for Zcash, NEAR, Shiba Inu, and Dogecoin, marking a significant expansion of its crypto derivatives offering.
XRP Binance Withdrawals Hit Highest Share Since 2024 As Traders Watch Accumulation Signal
XRP withdrawal activity on Binance has reached its highest share since 2024, with outflows exceeding deposits for seven straight days, according to on-chain data. While the pattern may indicate accumulation or custody rotation, analysts caution against overinterpreting the signal.
Japan's SBI Group Launches First FSA-Approved Yen Stablecoin JPYSC
SBI Group and Startale Group launched JPYSC, Japan's first yen-pegged stablecoin issued under the trust bank model with full FSA approval, backed by a $63 million investment.
Binance Makes a New Push to Secure EU Approval
Binance is exploring alternative paths to secure regulatory approval in the European Union after its application in Greece was expected to fail, with discussions having taken place with regulators in other member states.
Binance Declares It's Not Leaving EU Despite MiCA License Failure
Binance reaffirms its commitment to the European Union after failing to secure a MiCA license in Greece, with officials confirming they are exploring alternative regulatory pathways.
Binaxity Launches Structured Bitcoin Investment Model for Retail Investors
Binaxity introduces a 1:1 co-investment credit model allowing retail investors to gain 2x Bitcoin exposure without margin calls or forced liquidations, starting from $50.
Bitget Upgrades CFD Copy Trading With Personalized Risk Controls
Bitget introduces new risk management features for its CFD Copy Trading, including position sizing models and independent take-profit and stop-loss settings.
Cboe Launches Prediction Market to Rival Kalshi and Polymarket
Cboe Global Markets has launched Cboe Predicts, a new prediction markets suite featuring binary option contracts based on the Mini-S&P 500 Index. The move directly challenges platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket amid surging demand for outcome-based trading.
Bitcoin Suisse Wins MiCAR License As European Crypto Expansi
Bitcoin Suisse has received a MiCAR CASP license from Liechtenstein’s Financial Market Authority, allowing it to serve selected EEA markets and showcasing how regulation is becoming a growth strategy.
XRP Withdrawal Activity Reaches Highest Level Since June 2024 on Binance
XRP withdrawal transactions on Binance have outpaced deposits for seven consecutive days, marking the highest withdrawal activity since June 2024, according to Cryptoquant data. Similar trends were observed on Coinbase and Bybit, indicating a broader shift in exchange behavior for XRP.
US CFTC Sues Kentucky Over Actions Against Polymarket and Kalshi
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has filed a lawsuit against Kentucky, asserting federal jurisdiction over prediction markets after the state took action against Polymarket and Kalshi.
Chainlink and Over 10 Korean Lenders Push to Kill FX Delays With Real-Time Settlement
Project Pangea unites 37 European banks and over 10 Korean lenders to replace the traditional T+2 FX settlement cycle with real-time, stablecoin-based atomic swaps, aiming to reduce settlement risk and intermediary currency dependencies.
Bitcoin Traders Defend $62,000 Support as $171M Liquidation Wave Hits Top Crypto
Bitcoin fell 3.6% to $61,860 as a $171 million liquidation wave hit the crypto market, with traders defending the $62,000 support level. Analysts point to record ETF outflows and a major options expiry as key factors.
Pantera Leads $6 Million Seed Round in Prediction Market Platform TurboFlow
TurboFlow has raised $6 million in seed funding led by Pantera Capital, with participation from Susquehanna Crypto and Digital Currency Group, to build trading infrastructure combining prediction markets and perpetual futures.
Intercontinental Exchange Partners With Crypto Exchange OKX To Operate as US Broker Dealer; Andrew Cuomo To Co-Chair Joint Venture
Intercontinental Exchange, parent of the New York Stock Exchange, and crypto exchange OKX have launched a US-regulated broker dealer and futures commission merchant, with former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo as co-chair.
Robinhood Lists Worldcoin Amid 12% Price Crash and Controversies
Robinhood has listed Worldcoin (WLD) on its platform despite the token crashing 12% amid controversies surrounding Sam Altman's Orb startup and upcoming token unlock changes.
Cumberland, Fluid, and SwissBorg Join Sui's Hashi Bitcoin Finance Coalition Ahead of July Testnet
Sui's native Bitcoin finance primitive Hashi gains institutional support from Cumberland, Fluid, and SwissBorg ahead of its global testnet launch in July 2026.
Bitcoin Liquidation Flush Puts $60,000 Support Zone Back On
Bitcoin's latest leverage reset has put the $60,000 support area back in focus, with traders watching whether forced liquidations are clearing the way for stabilization or warning of deeper weakness.
SpaceX Stock Slide Shows How Crypto Rails Are Tracking Private Market Speculation
SpaceX shares fell sharply after their post-IPO surge, adding pressure to a crowded speculative tech trade. The move matters for crypto because SpaceX-linked pre-IPO and public-market products have become a new speculative rail for exchanges and traders.
Anthropic Pre-IPO Futures Crash After Coinbase Debut
Anthropic's pre-IPO futures contract on Coinbase and Binance dropped sharply after listing, with the Coinbase contract falling 7% from its opening price. Investors are cautious due to comparisons with SpaceX's pre-IPO futures and uncertainty around Anthropic's IPO valuation.
Ripple Affiliate SBI Holdings to Launch Yen Stablecoin This Week
SBI Holdings, a Ripple affiliate, is set to launch its yen-pegged stablecoin (JPYSC) this week, pending final regulatory approval, aiming to compete with the market leader JPYC.
LBank VP Karen on AFA Partnership, Market Growth, and Turning Attention into Trading Activity
LBank VP Karen discusses the exchange's partnership with AFA, market growth strategies, and converting user attention into trading activity.
Bitcoin Bulls Lose $160M as BTC Slides Under $62K and Analysts Eye $50K Target
A sharp sell-off triggered over $700 million in crypto liquidations, with bitcoin dropping under $62,000. Analysts warn that a nested bear flag structure may push BTC to $50,000.
Bitcoin Suisse Receives MiCAR License and Launches European Expansion
Bitcoin Suisse’s European entity has been granted a Crypto Asset Service Provider license under MiCAR by the Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority, enabling it to serve clients across selected EEA markets.
Bitcoin ETFs Lose $68M Despite Ark and Fidelity $121M Inflow
Bitcoin ETFs saw $68.18 million in outflows on June 22, driven by large redemptions from BlackRock's IBIT and Grayscale's GBTC, even as Ark and 21Shares' ARKB and Fidelity's FBTC brought in significant inflows. XRP ETFs gained $5.31 million, while ether and solana funds faced net outflows.
CZ Says Hyperliquid Found a No-KYC Niche Binance Cannot Touch
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao discussed Hyperliquid’s no-KYC model on the Galaxy Brains podcast, acknowledging that the decentralized derivatives platform has carved out a niche that centralized exchanges like Binance cannot easily compete in, highlighting the tension between DeFi growth and regulatory compliance.
Cboe Lists Bitcoin and Ether Continuous Futures for Regulated Perpetual-Style Exposure
Cboe introduces Bitcoin and Ether continuous futures, designed to offer perpetual-style exposure within a regulated U.S. framework, fostering institutional adoption.
Safaricom Teams With Chainalysis as AI Hunts Payments Linked to Illegal Wildlife Trade
Safaricom joins Prince William's United for Wildlife taskforce alongside Google, Meta, and Chainalysis to use AI and blockchain tracking to disrupt $23 billion illegal wildlife trade financial networks.
Crypto Institutional Flows Turn Negative as $8B Exits in 30 Days
Combined institutional flows across spot Bitcoin ETFs, stablecoins, and Strategy have swung to a record $8 billion in net outflows over the last 30 days, with analyst warning that buying may not return soon without a major catalyst.
OpenAI and Anthropic Pre-IPO Trading: Coinbase Launches Exposure to 2 AI Giants Still Private
Coinbase has introduced pre-IPO perpetual futures for OpenAI and Anthropic, allowing eligible non-U.S. traders to gain exposure to the private AI companies' valuations via USDC-settled contracts that transition to equity-linked pricing after IPOs.
Secret Network Axelar Bridge Suspended After $4.67M Infinite-Mint Exploit
The Axelar bridge to Secret Network was suspended after a $4.67 million exploit involving forged IBC packets that allowed minting unbacked wrapped assets. The attack occurred on June 10, was discovered on June 17, and led to bridge suspension on June 19.
Payments Firm MoneyGram Joins Solana (SOL) Network As Active Validator
MoneyGram has become an active validator on the Solana blockchain and joined the Solana Developer Platform, marking a significant step in integrating blockchain into its payment infrastructure.
KuCoin Plugs Into Argentina’s Transferencias 3.0, Bringing Crypto to QR Checkouts
KuCoin expands its payment system into Argentina and Peru, integrating crypto and stablecoins into local QR-code payment networks to boost real-world utility.
Kalshi Traders Price 80% Odds Bitcoin Stays Below $100K Through 2026
Prediction market Kalshi shows only 19% chance Bitcoin hits $100K before Jan 2027, with over $10M wagered.
Bitcoin Climbs Above $65,000 as US-Iran Talks Ease Fears and Lift Risk Appetite
Bitcoin rebounded to an intraday high of $65,555 as U.S.-Iran peace talks alleviated geopolitical tensions, though the asset remains in a consolidation zone with analysts pointing to key bullish criteria still unfulfilled.
$50M Bitcoin Purchase Reveals Strive’s Latest Move in Public Treasury Race
Strive, Inc. has purchased 759 Bitcoin for approximately $50 million, reinforcing its debt-free treasury strategy and positioning itself as the seventh-largest corporate Bitcoin holder.
Franklin Templeton Launches Dedicated Crypto Arm for Institutional Investors
Franklin Templeton has completed its acquisition of 250 Digital and formally launched Franklin Crypto, a dedicated active digital asset management division for institutional investors, led by former Coinfund executives Christopher Perkins and Seth Ginns.
Polymarket Allegedly Paid Adin Ross Millions to Promote It as Insider-Trading Scrutiny Builds
A Wall Street Journal investigation reports that Polymarket struck a multimillion-dollar deal with streamer Adin Ross and promoted dozens of his videos – at least five of which laid out ways to trade on inside information.
Moneygram Runs Solana Validator Node, Processing Blocks on the Network It Moves Money On
Moneygram became an active Solana validator, staking SOL and processing transaction blocks, while joining the Solana Developer Platform alongside Mastercard.
Polymarket Staged $900K in Fake Winnings to Court Banned US Users, WSJ Finds
A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals Polymarket paid creators to stage bets and winnings on replica sites, targeting U.S. users despite a regulatory ban.
ICE and OKX Form 50-50 Joint Venture for US Tokenized Equity and Futures Markets
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), owner of the New York Stock Exchange, and crypto platform OKX have announced a 50-50 joint venture to connect OKX's 120 million users to US regulated futures and tokenized equity markets, pending regulatory approvals.
Taiko Bridge Exploit Reports Put Layer-2 Security Back In Focus
Multiple reports indicate Ethereum layer-2 project Taiko suffered a bridge-related exploit worth about $1.7 million, involving forged proof verification and emergency containment actions.
Michael Saylor's Strategy Buys $35M In Bitcoin, Boosts USD Reserve By $300M
Michael Saylor’s Strategy acquired 520 BTC for $35 million while increasing its USD reserve by $300 million to $1.4 billion, supported by selling MSTR shares.
Coinbase Launches OpenAI and Anthropic Pre-IPO Perpetual Futures After SpaceX Success
Coinbase has introduced pre-IPO perpetual futures for AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic, following the successful debut of SpaceX contracts earlier this month. The move intensifies competition with Binance in the emerging market for tokenized pre-IPO exposure.
Major Figure in $15 Billion Bitcoin Scam Network Arrested in Tokyo
Tokyo police have arrested Hu Xiaowei, a senior member of the Prince Group linked to a $15 billion Bitcoin scam network, amid ongoing international investigations.
Base Activates Beryl Upgrade June 25 as B20 Token Standard Goes Live
Base, the Ethereum L2 network, will activate the Beryl upgrade on mainnet June 25, introducing the B20 token standard, reduced withdrawal times, and improved node efficiency.
Crypto Longs Hit By $180M Liquidation Shock As Bitcoin Trade
A sharp liquidation burst wiped out $180 million in crypto longs on June 18, highlighting leverage risks even as Bitcoin attempts to stabilize. Traders debate whether the flush marks a reset or a precursor to further downside.
Two Gold Bugs Stand Firm on Gold's Rally, Lawrence Lepard Targets $1 Million Bitcoin
Gold posted its third straight weekly decline amid dollar strength and hawkish Fed signals, while analysts Frank Giustra and Lawrence Lepard remain bullish, with Lepard forecasting bitcoin could reach $1 million.
Binance PoR Shows 1.1T SHIB Outflow as BTC/ETH Reserves Rise
Binance's latest Proof of Reserves report reveals a 1.1 trillion SHIB outflow, while Bitcoin and Ethereum reserves increased from May 1 to June 1.
Andre Cronje Resigns from Sonic Labs Board as Token Slump Continues
Andre Cronje and two other directors have stepped down from the Sonic Labs board, as the S/FTM token trades about 97% below its all-time high. The departures raise governance questions for the high-speed EVM scaling project.
Latam Insights: Argentina Tax Relief, Cuba Reforms, and El Salvador's Growing Bitcoin Stack
President Milei exempts registered crypto exchanges from Argentina's 'cheque' tax, Cuba approves 176 reforms to open its economy, and El Salvador adds to its strategic Bitcoin reserve.
Saylor’s ‘More Dots’ Post Hints at New Buy as Strategy’s Bitcoin Pile Nears 847K BTC
Michael Saylor’s latest orange-dot chart sparked fresh speculation that Strategy may have acquired additional bitcoin, drawing attention to the company’s massive 846,842 BTC treasury.
Solana Price at Risk as 600K SOL Flood Exchanges, Analyst Warns of Drop to $50
A surge of 600,000 SOL tokens to exchanges signals growing investor caution, with one analyst warning that a drop to the $50 level could be next.