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Bitcoin and Ether surge as ETFs attract $221M; SEC aims to boost crypto in the U.S.; Aave V4 deposits hit $250M.
Bitcoin and Ether Bounce Hard as Spot ETFs Pull in $221 Million
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Buyers came back. On July 2, spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $221 million in a single day, and that cash… Read the original on Bitcoin and Ether Bounce Hard as Spot ETFs Pull in $221 Million. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
SEC bets on Project Crypto to reverse crypto exodus from the U.S.
Cryptopolitan - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is doubling down on its ambitious Project Crypto initiative as it seeks to reverse years of digital asset companies relocating overseas due to regulatory uncertainty. On X, he wrote, “An entire generation of digital asset innovation developed outside the U.S., not because American entrepreneurs lacked the ambition, or...
Anchorage Digital Adds Lido wstETH Staking Access for Institutions
CoinPaprika - Anchorage Digital has integrated Lido, letting institutional clients mint and burn wstETH while assets stay in Anchorage custody. The move gives regulated institutions direct access to Ethereum staking yield through the largest liquid staking protocol.
JPMorgan predicting $4,500 gold price in fourth quarter, quotes weaker demand
Cryptopolitan - JPMorgan expects gold prices to trade sideways in the coming weeks before climbing to $4,500 per ounce by the fourth quarter of 2026. The bank is recalibrating its short-term outlook due to reduced demand from key buying sectors. The Wall Street bank projects an average price of $4,300/oz during the third quarter, rising to $4,500...
AI and Crypto Payments Raise New Questions for Autonomous Transactions
Bitcoin.com - AI agents may soon begin transacting on their own, but the real tension lies in whether existing payment systems can handle machines that need programmable, always-on rails. Why Payment Infrastructure Is Becoming the Main Question AI and crypto payments are moving into the same discussion because autonomous agents may need more than intelligence to operate […]
Aave Says Aave V4 Deposits Near $250 Million as Limits Raised for Seventh Time
Binance News - Aave said deposits in Aave V4 have approached $250 million, and that deposit and borrowing caps for multiple assets have been raised for a seventh time. According to Foresight News, the update was shared by Aave in a post on X. Aave did not specify which assets were affected or provide additional details in the statement.
Gestala Raises RMB 420 Million in Angel+ Round for Ultrasound Brain-Computer Interface
Binance News - Gestala, described as China’s first ultrasound brain-computer interface (BCI) startup, said it has raised RMB 420 million ($58.6 million) in an angel+ funding round, bringing total funding since inception to RMB 570 million, according to Jiemian News. The company was founded on January 1, 2026. On July 3, Gestala also opened its Shanghai headquarters in Minhang District’s “Brain Intelligence World” park. The company said its Chengdu global headquarters and first ultrasound BCI “super factory” began operations on June 26, forming a dual-headquarters setup with R&D and manufacturing in Chengdu and AI/algorithms in Shanghai. ...
Photonics Chip Developer Guangyin Technology Raises RMB 100 Million in Pre-A Round
Binance News - Guangyin Technology, a developer of silicon-based photonic integrated chips, has completed a RMB 100 million (about $14 million) Pre-A financing round, with investors including Photonics Strong-Chain Fund, Shanda Investment, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Fund, Luoyang Yingcai, CAS Star, and Xi'an Caijin, according to 36Kr. The company said the proceeds will be used to build a new laboratory in Shanghai, recruit talent, and advance mass production. Founded in 2021 in Xuzhou, Guangyin Technology designs silicon photonics chips and miniature spectral-sensing modules for applications such as wearable health monitoring, aesthetic skin testing, and industrial and food inspection. The ...
Putin Says Russian Forces Have Fully Captured Luhansk, Advanced in Donetsk
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Xinhua and Reuters, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russian forces have “fully liberated” Ukraine’s Luhansk region and made major progress in Donetsk. The Kremlin said Putin visited an auxiliary command post for Russia’s joint force grouping late Friday, July 3, and held a nearly hour-long meeting with the General Staff leadership and unit commanders on the situation and recent battlefield developments. Putin said Russian troops have accelerated their offensive across the front line and are continuing operations against Ukrainian forces in Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson. He said that since the start of the year Russian forces have taken ...
WORLD CUP | Argentina edge Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in Round of 32
Binance News - Argentina advanced with a 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde in the Round of 32 after two Cape Verde equalizers forced extra time, according to Yahoo Sports. Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 29th minute for his seventh goal of the tournament, Deroy Duarte equalized in the 59th, and Lisandro Martínez put Argentina back in front early in extra time before Sidny Lopes Cabral made it 2-2 in the 103rd. Argentina’s winner came from a 111th-minute header by Cristian Romero off a corner that was later credited as an own goal by Diney Borges; Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made eight saves.
Gold Rally Sparks Fresh Doubts About the Federal Reserve’s Next Move
Bitcoin.com - Gold climbed on July 3 after weak U.S. jobs data undermined the market’s belief that the Federal Reserve will maintain higher interest rates for longer, raising concerns that investors may have misjudged the Fed’s trajectory. Why Did Gold Shift When the Fed Narrative Appeared Firm? Gold’s rally on July 3 challenged one of the market’s […]
WORLD CUP | Sidny Cabral stunner sparks Cape Verde scare in extra-time loss to Argentina
Binance News - Sidny Cabral scored a spectacular extra-time equaliser and celebrated by jumping into the crowd as Cape Verde threatened a major upset against Argentina in their last-32 match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Lionel Messi put Argentina ahead before Deroy Duarte equalised on 59 minutes, Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina’s lead early in extra time, and Cabral levelled again before Cape Verde’s Diney Borges scored an own goal that proved decisive, according to Yahoo Sports.
Standard Chartered Joins 56 Other Firms in ESMA’s First MiCA Registry
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Standard Chartered got its MiCA passport. The European Securities and Markets Authority quietly updated its registry and now lists 57… Read the original on Standard Chartered Joins 56 Other Firms in ESMA’s First MiCA Registry. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
U.S. President Donald Trump Says Treasury Will Accept Public Company Stock Donations for Trump Accounts
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Treasury will now accept charitable donations in the form of liquid, publicly listed company stocks to support funding for Trump Accounts for eligible U.S. children. According to Odaily, Trump said that before the program’s official launch, more than 6 million accounts had already applied.
Iran Warns US Not to Violate Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding
Binance News - Iran warned the United States not to breach an Iran-US memorandum of understanding, saying any violation would be met with a response, according to Jiemian News. On July 3, Iran’s acting defense minister Ibn Reza told Turkey’s defense minister Yasar Guler in a phone call that Iran accepted the ceasefire arrangement under the memorandum to help restore regional stability and at the request of friendly neighboring countries. He said Iran has no trust in the US due to what he described as a history of broken commitments, and that Iran’s armed forces remain on high alert. Separately, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a July 3 statement that any miscalculation by “the enemy” would trigger a more decisive and destructive response than ...
PRECIOUS METALS | SPDR Gold Trust Holdings Hold Steady at 1,001.366 Tons as of July 3
Binance News - SPDR Gold Trust, the world’s largest gold ETF, reported holdings of 1,001.366 tons as of July 3. According to Jin10, the fund’s holdings were unchanged from the previous trading day.
Macron Says France to Adjust Middle East Military Deployment
Binance News - French President Emmanuel Macron said on July 3 that France will adjust its military deployment in the Middle East due to positive developments in the regional situation and changing needs, according to Jiemian News. Macron said France has deployed mine-clearing forces in the region, including two minehunters supported by two frigates and a maritime patrol aircraft, and that these forces are ready to work with partner countries to help fully restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and ensure maritime traffic security. Macron said a memorandum of understanding signed by the US and Iran on June 17 was an important step toward regional stability and reaffirmed freedom of ...
WORLD CUP | England vs Mexico last-16 at Azteca to kick off as scheduled after FIFA U-turn
Binance News - England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca will kick off as scheduled at 18:00 local time on Sunday (01:00 BST Monday) after FIFA reversed a proposal to move it earlier, according to Yahoo Sports. FIFA held talks with the English and Mexican football associations after suggesting a 12:00 local start because of possible thunderstorms, but decided to keep the original time following pushback; Mexico coach Javier Aguirre had called the proposed change a “kick in the stomach.”
COMEX Gold Settles Up 1.49% at $4,187.3/Oz; Silver Gains 2.87%
Binance News - COMEX gold futures settled up 1.49% at $4,187.3 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures rose 2.87% to $62.815 per ounce, according to Jiemian News.
Alex Thorn Says Strategy Should Seek Income From Bitcoin Holdings Instead of Selling Spot BTC
Binance News - Galaxy Digital research head Alex Thorn said Strategy should explore generating income from its Bitcoin holdings rather than selling spot BTC. According to Odaily, Thorn made the comments in a July 3 research report. Strategy previously introduced a five-part Digital Credit Capital Framework, including a U.S. dollar reserve policy, a revised STRC dividend policy, a $1 billion preferred stock repurchase authorization, a $1 billion MSTR stock repurchase authorization, and a Bitcoin monetization plan. The company also raised STRC’s annual dividend rate to 12% from 11.5%. ...
CME records a stronger Q2 crypto volume at $13.7 billion
Cryptopolitan - CME Group saw a stronger crypto activity in Q2, despite recent price meltdowns. In Q2, CME crypto derivatives averaged 250,000 contracts per day, with a notional value of $13.7 billion. That represents a 32% increase year-over-year, according to the report on Thursday. The record beats the Q1 update, in which the company reported an average...
MicroStrategy Reportedly Sold More Bitcoin, But Market Didn’t React
BeInCrypto - Unconfirmed on-chain data suggests Strategy sold 491 BTC on July 1. Bitcoin shrugged off the Strategy Bitcoin sale rumor. The post MicroStrategy Reportedly Sold More Bitcoin, But Market Didn’t React appeared first on BeInCrypto.
WORLD CUP | Mexico boss Aguirre calls possible England kick-off change a 'kick in the stomach'
Binance News - Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said a possible change to the kick-off time for Mexico’s last-16 match against England at Estadio Azteca would be a “kick in the stomach,” after FIFA held talks about moving the game from 6pm local time (1pm BST) to an earlier start because of the risk of weather disruption. Aguirre said late on Friday night there was still no confirmation, but that an earlier kick-off would force Mexico to overhaul its preparation schedule; Mexico have won all four tournament matches without conceding a goal, according to Yahoo Sports.
Strategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Are 1.3 Times Combined Government Total, BitcoinTreasuries.NET Says
Binance News - Strategy (MSTR) holds a bitcoin amount equal to 1.3 times the combined holdings of all governments, according to a post by BitcoinTreasuries.NET on X. According to Odaily, the statement was shared by BitcoinTreasuries.NET in its social media update.
WORLD CUP | Egypt beat Australia on penalties in Round of 32 as Abdelmaguid converts winner
Binance News - Hossam Abdelmaguid converted Egypt’s fourth successful penalty kick as the Pharaohs knocked off Australia in the World Cup Round of 32 in Dallas on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports. The match finished 1-1 after 120 minutes, with Emam Ashour scoring in the 20th minute before Australia equalized 10 minutes into the second half on an own goal by Egypt defender Mohamed Hany. Australia missed twice in the shootout, with Harry Souttar sending the first attempt over the bar and 18-year-old Lucas Herrington hitting the crossbar. Egypt’s win was its first-ever in a World Cup knockout round, and it will play the winner of Friday’s Argentina-Cape Verde match on Tuesday in Atlanta.
Claude Fable 5 Isn't Nerfed. The Router Is Just Paranoid
Decrypt - Did Claude Fable 5 get dumber? Two benchmarks, two wildly different conclusions—and one routing layer that explains the whole mess.
Meta AI Sees Bitcoin Hitting $150,000 — But the Chart Tells a Messier Story
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin’s got a long way to climb. Meta AI, the model tied to Mark Zuckerberg’s company, put out a prediction… Read the original on Meta AI Sees Bitcoin Hitting $150,000 — But the Chart Tells a Messier Story. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
XRP Trading Volume Tops Bitcoin on Upbit
BeInCrypto - XRP just recorded higher trading volume than Bitcoin on Upbit. The altcoin now trades above a recently reclaimed resistance level. As a result, analysts are watching whether XRP holds enough momentum to challenge the next major zone. The surge in activity places the $1.15 level squarely at the center of trader attention. Renewed Interest in The post XRP Trading Volume Tops Bitcoin on Upbit appeared first on BeInCrypto.
ESMA updates its MiCA register list with 37 new crypto firms
Cryptopolitan - The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) updated its interim MiCA register Friday, adding 37 licensed crypto-asset service providers to the list. The update is the first since the MiCA transitional period closed on July 1, bringing the total number of licensed EU crypto providers to 280 from 243 the week before. Among the new...
U.S. President Donald Trump Pardons Six People Convicted in Car-Related Cases Ahead of July 4
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump pardoned six people he said had been sentenced to prison or were imprisoned for “fixing their car,” a day before the U.S. marks 250 years of independence on July 4. Bloomberg posted on X, describing the pardons and quoting Trump’s characterization of the cases.
Major County Sheriffs of America Takes Neutral Stance on the Clarity Act After Discussions
Binance News - Major County Sheriffs of America (MCSA) has shifted to a neutral position on the Clarity Act following ongoing discussions about Section 604, which includes parts of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act. According to Odaily, a Fox Business crypto reporter said in a post on X that the change followed recent, continued deliberations by MCSA on the Section 604 provisions. In a letter to leaders of the Senate Banking Committee, MCSA said that based on its continued review of the legislation, there remains an opportunity to further ...
OKX Announces Direct Crypto Aid for Venezuelans Hit by Devastating Twin Earthquakes
Bitcoin.com - The exchange wants to help Venezuelans who were hit by twin earthquakes last week and is now giving 20 USDT to users with proof of address verifying they reside in La Guaira, the state most affected by this natural disaster. OKX Opens Airdrop for Venezuelan Earthquake Victims OKX, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges by […]
Iran’s Alleged Crypto Spy Paid Just $1,379 for Israel Secrets
BeInCrypto - Iran's alleged crypto recruitment now runs like a gig economy, paying small sums for espionage tasks from Jerusalem to London. The post Iran’s Alleged Crypto Spy Paid Just $1,379 for Israel Secrets appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Most perp DEX traders depend on operator honesty, L2beat warns
Cryptopolitan - Blockchain research firm L2BEAT published a comparative analysis of perpetual futures exchanges Hyperliquid and Lighter on July 2. In its findings, the research firm discovered that none of the platforms fully protects traders through verifiable math alone. The report matters to anyone trading leveraged crypto derivatives on venues that market themselves as decentralized alternatives to...
WORLD CUP | England vs Mexico last-16 moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday
Binance News - England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Azteca in Mexico City is set to be moved to a 19:00 BST kickoff on Sunday. FIFA is understood to be bringing forward the game, which had been scheduled for 01:00 BST on Monday (18:00 local time on Sunday), with forecasts suggesting possible thunderstorms and heavy rain, according to Yahoo Sports.
Michael Saylor Says 100 Million People Have Bitcoin Exposure Through Strategy Stock
Binance News - Michael Saylor said approximately 100 million people are currently exposed to Bitcoin through Strategy common stock. According to NS3.AI, Saylor also said Strategy has become the largest stock-issuing company in the U.S.
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Says U.S. Must Accept ‘Established Realities’ in Trade
Binance News - Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the United States must “accept the established realities” in the trade field. According to Jin10, Ghalibaf made the remarks without providing further details.
Strategy Shares Rise 18% This Week After STRC Dividend Increase and Buyback Plan
Binance News - Strategy announced a new capital-management framework after STRC fell to $71.25 on June 26. According to NS3.AI, the package raised STRC’s dividend rate to 12%, authorized repurchases of preferred securities, approved a common-stock buyback, and introduced a Bitcoin monetization program. The report said MSTR gained 18% this week, while STRC rose 17% to about $87.
Brent And Diesel Futures Speculators Cut Net Long Positions, ICE Says
Binance News - Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) said speculators reduced net long positions in Brent crude oil futures and diesel futures in the week ended June 30. According to Jin10, ICE reported that Brent crude oil futures speculators cut net long positions by 34,704 contracts to 55,634 contracts. ICE also said diesel futures speculators reduced net long positions by 2,664 contracts to 57,852 contracts.
Strategy bought time but Bitcoin’s next cycle may need buyers beyond Saylor
CryptoSlate - Michael Saylor’s Strategy has calmed the immediate panic around its preferred-stock complex, but the company’s latest overhaul points to a more complicated phase for one of Bitcoin’s most visible corporate buyers. Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, announced a new capital-management framework this week after STRC, its flagship preferred stock, fell to a low of $71.25 […] The post Strategy bought time but Bitcoin’s next cycle may need buyers beyond Saylor appeared first on CryptoSlate.
WORLD CUP | England-Mexico last-16 tie could be moved earlier due to storm threat
Binance News - England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Azteca in Mexico City could be moved to an earlier kickoff on Sunday because of the threat of storms, according to Yahoo Sports. FIFA is considering bringing forward the game, which is scheduled to kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, with one option to move it six hours earlier to 19:00 BST on Sunday, but no final decision has been made.
PRECIOUS METALS | Shanghai Gold, Silver Futures Rise in Overnight Session
Binance News - Shanghai gold and silver futures closed higher in the overnight session, while SC crude oil futures edged lower. According to Jin10, as of the 2:30 close, the most-active Shanghai gold contract rose 0.81% to 913 yuan per gram, and the most-active Shanghai silver contract gained 1.61% to 15,294 yuan per kilogram. The most-active SC crude oil contract fell 0.16% to 438 yuan per barrel.
SQM-Codelco Venture Targets More Than 70% Lithium Output Increase in Chile
Binance News - Chilean miners Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM) and Codelco are laying plans to lift production at their lithium partnership in Chile by more than 70%, Bloomberg reported. The companies are positioning the venture for higher long-term output as they bet on continued demand growth from batteries.
Iranian President Discusses Expanding Cooperation With Russia
Binance News - Iran’s president discussed expanding cooperation with Russia. According to Jin10, the report was attributed to the Iranian Students News Agency.
WORLD CUP | Argentina keep faith with Lautaro Martinez alongside Messi vs Cape Verde
Binance News - Inter captain Lautaro Martinez is expected to start alongside Lionel Messi in Argentina’s attack against Cape Verde in tonight’s World Cup Round of 32 match, with kickoff in Miami at 23.00 UK time (00.00 CEST), according to Yahoo Sports. TyC Sports said coach Lionel Scaloni is set to keep Martinez in the XI ahead of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez; the winners will face either Australia or Egypt in the Round of 16.
Upbit Expresses Interest in Future OpenStandard Ecosystem Participation
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Upbit has announced its interest in possibly joining the OpenStandard ecosystem in the future. This development comes as a few… Read the original on Upbit Expresses Interest in Future OpenStandard Ecosystem Participation. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Brazil Says June Crude Oil Exports Rose to 8.48 Million Tons
Binance News - Brazil’s government said data showed crude oil exports totaled 8.48 million tons in June, compared with 7.95 million tons in the same period a year earlier. According to Jin10, the government cited the data in its statement.
Zcash Falls From Above $600 to Around $300 After Orchard Flaw, as Ironwood Nears Testnet
Binance News - Zcash developers said the Ironwood upgrade is moving closer to testnet activation after a critical vulnerability in Orchard raised concerns about ZEC supply integrity. According to NS3.AI, ZEC fell from more than $600 to around $300 following the disclosure and was recently trading at $457, based on CoinGecko data. Shielded Labs said the largest hurdle to deploying the upgrade is migrating exchanges, wallets, and mining pools to the new Z3 stack.
Zcash Ironwood Upgrade Nears as Developers Work to Restore Confidence After ZEC Crash
Decrypt - Developers say security testing has uncovered no new serious bugs as Zcash's Ironwood upgrade moves toward testnet activation.
PRECIOUS METALS | JPMorgan Maintains Long-Term Bullish Outlook on Gold
Binance News - JPMorgan maintained its long-term bullish outlook on gold and said it expected gold prices to rebound further in 2027. According to Jin10, JPMorgan kept its long-term positive view on gold and forecast that gold prices would recover further in 2027.
PRECIOUS METALS | Gold To Trade Rangebound Short Term Before Rebounding, JPMorgan Says
Binance News - Gold is expected to remain rangebound in the short term before rebounding, JPMorgan said. According to Jin10, JPMorgan forecast an average gold price of $4,300 per ounce in the third quarter of 2026 and $4,500 per ounce in the fourth quarter of 2026.
ChatGPT, Claude Fable and Grok Forecast Whether Satoshi’s 1.1M Bitcoin Fortune Ever Moves
Bitcoin.com - Satoshi Nakamoto remains Bitcoin’s most coveted mystery, with the creator’s true identity continuing to captivate researchers, journalists, cryptographers, and enthusiasts more than 17 years after the network’s launch. To explore whether that mystery will ever be solved, several of today’s top artificial intelligence (AI) models used Bayesian scenario trees to estimate the odds that Nakamoto’s […]
'Every Time I Buy It, It Tanks': Dave Portnoy Says He's Losing Millions as Bitcoin Falls
Decrypt - Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy says he's down millions on Bitcoin, but he's intent on holding this time—even if it falls to zero.
WORLD CUP | Australia vs Egypt: Volpato and Circati start; Salah leads Egypt in Round of 32
Binance News - Cristian Volpato and Alessandro Circati were named in Australia’s starting lineup for the World Cup Round of 32 match against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt, with the game set to kick off in Dallas at 19.00 UK time (20.00 CEST), according to Yahoo Sports. The winner will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the Round of 16. Australia’s XI listed Beach; Circati, Souttar, Herrington; Bos, O’Neill, Irvine, Behich; Volpato, Irankunda, Metcalfe. Egypt’s XI listed Shoubir; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Hafez; Attia, Fathy; Zico, Salah, Ashour; Marmoush, with Omar Marmoush returning to the starting lineup.
AI TRENDS | SemiAnalysis Forecasts Memory Spending in Nvidia Systems to Exceed 30% by End of 2026
Binance News - SemiAnalysis said memory’s share of hyperscaler capital expenditures has drawn increased discussion, particularly after Micron Technology reported earnings last week. According to Odaily, some market participants were surprised by how high that share could reach next year. SemiAnalysis said it published an initial view in late February, but many clients disputed its 30% figure. In May, after pricing increases accelerated faster than expected, SemiAnalysis said that when combining DRAM, NAND, and HBM, memory spending within Nvidia systems is expected to exceed 30% by the end of 2026 and surpass 40% in 2027. ...
ESMA Warns Some Prediction Market Event Contracts May Fall Under EU Binary Options Rules
Binance News - ESMA said many prediction market event contracts could already be subject to EU retail restrictions on binary options, citing their binary outcomes and fixed payouts. According to NS3.AI, the regulator said contracts with binary outcomes and fixed payouts are likely to qualify as financial instruments. ESMA added that when such contracts qualify, offering them to professional or institutional clients would still require authorization under MiFID II.
Iran Says Iran And Pakistan Could Be Cornerstones Of New Regional Security Arrangement
Binance News - Iran’s deputy defense minister said Iran and Pakistan could become the cornerstone of a new security arrangement in the region. According to Jin10, the remarks were reported by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
The fight over the UK’s digital pound has become a battle over crypto’s political influence
CryptoSlate - The standards request pushes the CBDC debate toward disclosure, political money, and who gets access while payment rules are still open. The post The fight over the UK’s digital pound has become a battle over crypto’s political influence appeared first on CryptoSlate.
AI | Israeli AI Startup Targets Expansion in Trump-Aligned Latin America
Binance News - An Israeli artificial intelligence startup is betting that election victories by Trump-aligned leaders across Latin America will boost demand for its government-focused cybersecurity products, according to Bloomberg.
ECB President Lagarde to Attend Next Week’s Ecofin Meeting Instead of Vujcic
Binance News - European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will attend next week’s meeting of European Union finance ministers in Brussels instead of her vice president, according to Bloomberg.
ECB’s Nagel Urges Vigilance Ahead of Next Rate Decision
Binance News - European Central Bank Governing Council member Joachim Nagel said the ECB should remain watchful for inflation risks and keep its options open at its next interest-rate decision, according to Bloomberg.
Germany’s 2027 Draft Budget Plans Over 203 Billion Euros in New Borrowing as Defense Spending Rises
Binance News - Germany’s draft 2027 budget showed the government planned to add more than 203 billion euros in new borrowing, higher than previously expected and well above the 2024 level. According to Jin10, the draft budget put total spending at about 555.4 billion euros, with investment rising to 117.5 billion euros, mainly for infrastructure upgrades such as transport, digitalization, and hospitals. Defense spending was set to increase significantly, with the core budget reaching 109.8 billion euros. Including aid to Ukraine and other security ...
Russia’s fuel crunch boosts demand for Chinese EVs, Moscow dealer says
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Reuters, fuel shortages and surging prices across much of Russia—after escalating Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure in recent weeks—have led to long lines at gas stations and rationing measures in most regions, prompting some drivers to shift toward electric vehicles. EN Cars, a Moscow dealer specializing in Chinese brands, said on July 1 that it is now selling two to three EVs a day versus two to three a month a few weeks ago, adding that demand has multiplied since the fuel situation became more complicated. Autostat Executive Director Sergei Udalov said sales of EVs and plug-in hybrids are rising but remain low due to insufficient inventories, and he expects a significant increase in the near term ...
China clears Unitree for $619 million IPO listing
Cryptopolitan - Chinese robot maker Unitree Robotics has been approved for an IPO in Shanghai later this month. The China Securities Regulatory Commission signed off on Unitree’s application on Thursday, clearing the last regulatory hurdle for the company to go public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s STAR Market. Unitree plans to raise roughly 4.2 billion yuan ($618.4...
PPP Lists Match Schedule for July 4
Binance News - PPP released a schedule of upcoming matches on July 4. According to Odaily, the listed fixtures are Australia vs. Egypt at 02:00 (UTC+8), Argentina vs. Cape Verde at 06:00 (UTC+8), and Colombia vs. Ghana at 09:30 (UTC+8).
Trader Buys $330,000 Argentina Win Shares in Polymarket World Cup Match Prediction
Binance News - A wallet that reportedly earned $1.13 million over the past week bought $330,000 worth of shares backing Argentina to win in regular time in Polymarket’s “World Cup Round of 16: Argentina vs. Cape Verde” prediction market. According to Odaily, the purchase was tracked by a PPP prediction market monitoring tool. The wallet address involved was 0x0346afae2603313d2bbee96b628536c8cbe352a5.
Standard Chartered Secures MiCA License as ESMA Adds 37 New Crypto Firms
BeInCrypto - ESMA adds 37 firms to the MiCA register as Standard Chartered secures a license, lifting licensed EU CASPs to 280. The post Standard Chartered Secures MiCA License as ESMA Adds 37 New Crypto Firms appeared first on BeInCrypto.
The Kobeissi Letter Says Foreign Investors Are Pouring Into U.S. Stocks at a Record Pace
Binance News - Foreign investors are moving into U.S. equities at a record pace, according to a post by The Kobeissi Letter. According to ChainCatcher, global investment funds’ cumulative year-to-date inflows into U.S. stocks have risen to about 2.5% of their total assets under management. The Kobeissi Letter said that since May, that share has more than doubled. By comparison, the average for the same year-to-date period from 2002 to 2025 was an outflow of 0.3%, indicating current inflows are well above historical norms. ...
Crypto Biz: Bitcoin maximalism meets the realities of capital markets
CoinTelegraph - Strategy authorizes Bitcoin sales, Open USD takes on USDT and USDC, Fidelity defends Bitcoin security and crypto ramps up political spending for 2026.
CPP to Invest $1.75 Billion in EQT AI Infrastructure Buildout
Binance News - Canada Pension Plan Investment Board will invest $1.75 billion to support EQT Corp.’s artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout, according to Bloomberg.
Ireland’s Central Government Account Surplus Falls to 700 Million Euros by End-June
Binance News - Ireland’s central government account balance stood at a surplus of 700 million euros by the end of June, compared with a surplus of 4.5 billion euros in the same period a year earlier. According to Jin10, Ireland’s Department of Finance said the decline in the central government account surplus was mainly affected by Apple’s back tax payments.
Ireland’s June Corporate Tax Revenue Rose 1.3% Year on Year to 7.5 Billion Euros
Binance News - Ireland’s corporate income tax revenue rose 1.3% year on year in June to 7.5 billion euros. According to Jin10, after excluding the impact of additional tax payments made by Apple, corporate income tax revenue was up 4.7% year on year year to date.
Public Companies Net Buy 166,984 BTC Year to Date, Market Data Show
Binance News - Public companies have net purchased 166,984 BTC so far this year, according to market data. According to Odaily, this total is about twice the 81,153 BTC mined year to date. The data also show an average daily net purchase of 912 BTC.
Shenzhen Kinwong Electronic Files for Hong Kong IPO
Binance News - Shenzhen Kinwong Electronic Co., Ltd. has submitted an application to list in Hong Kong, according to a filing published by Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) on July 3, 2026. The joint sponsors are CITIC Securities, BofA Securities and Guolian Securities International, Jiemian News reported.
Argentina Extends $6 Billion in Repo Maturities Beyond Election
Binance News - Argentina’s central bank extended maturities worth $6 billion on its repurchase agreements, or repos, to ease the government’s debt burden heading into the 2027 presidential election, according to Bloomberg.
India PM Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week, foreign ministry says
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Reuters, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand next week to strengthen ties in the Asia-Pacific. The ministry said on July 3 that Modi will arrive in Indonesia on July 6, then travel to Australia, and conclude his New Zealand visit on July 11. Reuters quoted senior ministry official Tanden as saying India’s focus has shifted to the eastern Indian Ocean and cooperation under its “Act East” framework. Modi is expected to meet Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Luxon said in a statement on July 3 that the visit would be historic, marking ...
UK Push to Join Some EU Meetings Sparks Friction With Member States, Bloomberg Reports
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Bloomberg, the UK is seeking to participate in some European Union meetings as both sides try to reshape their post-Brexit relationship, a move that has drawn dissatisfaction on the continent. People familiar with the matter said the UK is particularly interested in joining committees that refine agriculture and food standards, as well as rules for the EU carbon market and electricity market—areas where London is trying to align with European rules. The proposal has led to friction, with the European Commission telling member states that under current arrangements the UK has no right to take part in such meetings, and several countries opposing any UK involvement in EU decision-making. The Commission said it would consider ...
RBI tells Indian parliament crypto should not get legal status, keeps prohibition on the table
Cryptopolitan - The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has informed a parliamentary committee that cryptocurrencies pose a threat to India’s economy, and it is also recommending that they should not be legalized. The bank has had a long-standing opposition to digital assets, and this latest submission reinforces its position as lawmakers weigh the country’s digital asset policy....
Trader "Machibigbro" Reports Fivefold Profit From Long Ethereum Position in Two Days, Arkham Data Shows
Binance News - A trader known as “Machibigbro” recorded a fivefold profit from a long position in Ethereum (ETH) over two days, based on Arkham monitoring data. According to Foresight News, the trader’s account balance rose from $40,000 less than 48 hours earlier to $500,000. The report said the trader sold three Bored Ape NFTs to fund the ETH long position.
Bitcoin price tags $62.3K nine-day high after global stocks hit historic record
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin set new highs for July after the Dow Jones and global stocks market cap set new all-time highs before the US Independence Day holiday.
Houthis Say They Responded to Saudi Aircraft in Yemen Airspace
Binance News - Yemen’s Houthi movement said its forces responded to Saudi aircraft in Yemen’s airspace as Saudi fighter jets tried to prevent an Iranian civilian passenger plane from landing in Yemen’s capital, Sanaa. According to Jin10, the Houthis described the action as a response carried out in Yemen’s airspace during the attempted interception.
Euronext CEO Boujnah Says Defense Sector to Remain Dynamic
Binance News - Euronext CEO Stephane Boujnah said the defense sector will remain dynamic as Europe ramps up military spending and investors continue to back the industry, according to Bloomberg. Boujnah also discussed European IPOs, capital markets reform, exchange consolidation and the region's technology ecosystem in an interview with Bloomberg's Caroline Connan at the Aix-en-Provence Economic Forum in France.
TRON tests quantum-resistant signature technology on the Nile network.
Cryptopolitan - TRON network's Nile testnet has deployed GreatVoyage-v4.8.2-PQ1-build1, adding support for two NIST-standardized post-quantum signature algorithms.
STOCKS | Canadian Stocks Rise After Mark Carney Unveils New West Coast Pipeline Proposal
Binance News - Canada’s stock benchmark climbed Friday morning after Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a new pipeline project to the country’s West Coast, according to Bloomberg.
Samsung, Dunamu, and other Korean firms have denied a formal role in the Open USD alliance
Cryptopolitan - Several South Korean companies listed among the partners in Open USD have come out to deny a formal role in the alliance. Open USD was announced on June 30th, listing 140-plus partners, including financial heavyweights such as Visa, Stripe, Mastercard, American Express, BlackRock, and Coinbase, among others. Thirteen Korean firms appeared on the list, including...
American Indicted in Israel Over Alleged Espionage Linked to $1,379 in Cryptocurrency
Binance News - Israeli prosecutors indicted 21-year-old American Eli Lavon on espionage charges, alleging he received roughly $1,379 in cryptocurrency from Iran-linked handlers. According to NS3.AI, prosecutors said Lavon communicated via Telegram, filmed locations in Jerusalem, and left hidden items containing coded messages. Lavon’s attorney, Raz Bar Tzvi, disputed the accusation, arguing that the alleged conduct does not amount to espionage.
GFL Environmental Weighs Take-Private After Buyout Firm Interest
Binance News - GFL Environmental Inc. is considering a potential take-private transaction after drawing interest from buyout firms, people familiar with the matter said, according to Bloomberg.
Fed, ECB Seen Diverging After US Labor-Market Weakness, French Economists Say
Binance News - Two French chief economists said the Federal Reserve will still need to raise interest rates this year even after Thursday’s data pointed to labor-market weakness, according to Bloomberg. They said the outlook implies a divergence between the Fed and the European Central Bank.
Strategy IR Head Jain Says STRC Aims to Return to $99–$100 Trading Range After Brief Depegging
Binance News - Strategy investor relations head Chaitanya Jain said STRC is gradually recovering after a brief depegging, with the company aiming to keep its long-term trading price in the $99–$100 range. According to Foresight News, Jain made the comments in a post on X. Jain said the company has multiple tools it can use to pursue that target, including a variable dividend rate, a growing U.S. dollar reserve, an improving Bitcoin rating, redeeming convertible bonds, share buybacks, and ongoing product feature upgrades.
Continental Nears €4 Billion Sale of ContiTech Unit to Lone Star
Binance News - Continental AG is close to finalizing the sale of its ContiTech industrial unit to Lone Star Funds for about €4 billion, according to Bloomberg. The deal would complete the German manufacturer’s shift to focus on its tires business.
Crypto Firms Face EU Client Restrictions After MiCA Transition Period Ends
Binance News - Crypto companies that have not obtained authorization under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework can no longer legally serve clients in the European Union after the transition period ended. According to NS3.AI, experts said meeting MiCA compliance requirements can cost hundreds of thousands of euros, while penalties for violations can start at 5 million euros or 5% of annual turnover. Enforcement is expected to be carried out day to day by national regulators, with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) coordinating ...
ACA marketplace enrollment fell about 3 million to 19.2 million in February 2026, HHS data shows
Binance News - According to CNBC, enrollment in health insurance plans bought on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace fell by roughly 3 million people, or about 13%, to 19.2 million in February 2026 from 22.1 million at the end of 2025, based on Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) data issued last week. CNBC reported it was the first drop in ACA enrollment since the first Trump administration and the largest decline since the marketplaces were established in 2014; the data provided the first look at “effectuated” enrollment since enhanced ACA premium subsidies lapsed at the end of 2025. HHS said efforts to crack down on “improper, phantom and fraudulent enrollment” helped drive the decline, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services canceling ...
Galaxy Digital: Strategy’s New Capital Plan Is a Stopgap, Not a Long-Term Fix
Binance News - Galaxy Digital said Strategy’s new capital management plan is a stopgap measure rather than a long-term solution. According to NS3.AI, Galaxy Digital’s Alex Thorn said the company still faces sizable preferred stock obligations, upcoming convertible note maturities, and continued reliance on raising new financing in the market.
Bitcoin whales send 49,000 BTC to exchanges as $60K rebound shows signs of weakness
CryptoSlate - Bitcoin’s recovery above $60,000 is facing a fresh test from exchange-flow and derivatives data after large holders moved one of the year’s largest daily BTC inflows onto trading platforms during the latest selloff. Data from CryptoSlate showed that the flagship digital asset was trading at $61,528 at press time, after dropping below $58,000 earlier in […] The post Bitcoin whales send 49,000 BTC to exchanges as $60K rebound shows signs of weakness appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Ferrari’s First EV Luce Priced at 3.988 Million Yuan in China; ‘88-Car’ Sellout Claim Questioned
Binance News - Ferrari has launched its first all-electric model, the four-door, five-seat Luce, in China with a price tag of 3.988 million yuan, after its Asia debut on June 26, according to Jiemian News. Some media reports said the first 88 units allocated to China had sold out, but Jiemian News’ checks at the retail level found the sales situation unclear. At Ferrari’s Jinbao Street showroom in Beijing, there was no Luce display car or promotional material, and staff did not give clear answers on when a demo car would arrive or whether the first allocation was sold out. Citing Blue Whale News, several authorized Ferrari dealers said the Luce can still be ordered, ...
EU crypto rulebook faces enforcement challenge as MiCA transition ends
CoinTelegraph - Lawyers and industry executives expect EU regulators to enforce MiCA differently as unauthorized crypto companies are required to wind down operations.
Ripple Co-Founder Backs Crypto Exchange Founded by US Senator's Son
U.Today - Ripple co-founder and Democratic megadonor Chris Larsen has joined a roster of elite angel investors backing a new financial startup founded by Theo Gillibrand. Ripple co-founder and Democratic megadonor Chris Larsen has joined a roster of elite angel investors backing a new financial startup founded by Theo Gillibrand.
Bitcoin Options Traders Stay Cautious Even as Prices Bounce Back
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin bounced. Traders didn’t buy it — not really. As of July 3, 2026, options markets are flashing a pretty… Read the original on Bitcoin Options Traders Stay Cautious Even as Prices Bounce Back. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
JPMorgan adds EPR Properties to July top ideas list, removes Broadstone Net Lease, JFrog and Palo Alto Networks
Binance News - According to CNBC, JPMorgan updated its July list of top stock ideas from its analysts, adding EPR Properties and removing Broadstone Net Lease, JFrog and Palo Alto Networks. CNBC reported that Wall Street ended the first half with the Dow Jones Industrial Average up 8.9%, the S&P 500 up 9.6% and the Nasdaq Composite up 12.8%. JPMorgan analyst Anthony Paolone cited EPR Properties’ dividend yield of about 6.1% and rated the REIT overweight with a $62 price target, implying nearly 5% upside from Thursday’s close; CNBC also noted EPR is up 18% in 2026 and completed an acquisition of seven regional parks from Six Flags Entertainment earlier this year. CNBC added that Alphabet is also on JPMorgan’s July list after joining the Dow Jones Industrial Average and ...
AI TRENDS | SemiAnalysis Says SPHBM4 Shifts AI Chip Engineering Burden to Substrates
Binance News - SemiAnalysis said in a post on X that SPHBM4 shifts complex engineering burdens in AI chips. According to Odaily, SemiAnalysis said chipmakers will no longer buy an expensive proprietary combination of “silicon interposer + ABF substrate,” and will instead fully shift to purchasing ultra-large, high-layer-count ABF substrates. SemiAnalysis added that if performance requirements are pushed directly to the substrate layer, chipmakers may adopt glass substrates earlier. ...