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Bitcoin price rises past $64K despite $216M sale; US Bitcoin reserve control debated; South Korea expands seizure powers.
Microsoft Cuts 4,800 Jobs as Xbox Loses 3,200 Roles in Reset
BeInCrypto - Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs and resets Xbox, eliminating 3,200 gaming roles and spinning off four studios. The post Microsoft Cuts 4,800 Jobs as Xbox Loses 3,200 Roles in Reset appeared first on BeInCrypto.
US Bitcoin reserve hits snag as federal agencies debate for control: Bloomberg
CoinTelegraph - The report follows comments from White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt in May, who said the administration was examining the legal implications of creating a Bitcoin reserve.
Bitcoin bulls shake off Strategy's $216M BTC sale as price overtakes $64K
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin reversed course from its Monday open selloff and closed the day above $64,000 as bulls began to price in Strategy’s selling.
CLARITY Act Scores 2 Key Law Enforcement Wins as Opposition Softens
Bitcoin.com - The CLARITY Act gained fresh momentum after the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives endorsed the bill and Major County Sheriffs of America shifted to neutral, marking two notable law enforcement developments for digital asset legislation. Why Is the CLARITY Act’s Momentum Building? The CLARITY Act gained momentum after the National Organization of Black […]
Two Japanese-Owned Supertankers Carry Saudi Crude Toward the Strait of Hormuz, Data Shows
Binance News - Two Japanese-owned supertankers carrying Saudi crude oil were heading toward the Strait of Hormuz and preparing to leave the Gulf region. According to Jin10, the information was based on data.
SpaceX Unveils Midwest AI Data Center Plan, Confirms Deorbiting About 100 First-Gen Starlink Satellites
Binance News - SpaceX on Monday announced a new plan to build an AI-focused data center and confirmed it is proceeding as scheduled with deorbit operations for about 100 first-generation Starlink satellites, according to 36Kr. The company said it plans to construct the data center in the U.S. Midwest to support AI workloads, and it will directly use Starlink's high-speed, low-latency network for data backhaul.
Even Realities Raises $150M Pre-B Round at Over $1B Valuation
Binance News - Even Realities said on July 6 that it has raised $150 million in a Pre-B round at a post-money valuation of more than $1 billion, becoming a unicorn, according to 36Kr. The round was co-led by Meituan Longzhu and Meituan Strategic Investment, with Tencent and other existing shareholders participating with an oversubscribed follow-on. The company, founded less than three years ago, has previously raised multiple rounds from investors including Sequoia Capital, CDH Investments, Aier Eye Hospital Group, and Qingshan Capital.
Shanghai Gold Exchange Admits Hong Kong Precious Metals Clearing as International Member
Binance News - The Shanghai Gold Exchange said it has approved the admission of Hong Kong Precious Metals Central Clearing System Co., Ltd. as an international member, according to 36Kr. The exchange disclosed the decision in a notice dated July 7.
South Korea’s Supreme Court Expands Bitcoin Seizure Powers, With October Rollout Set to Speed Claims
Bitcoin.com - South Korea’s top court has drafted a civil execution amendment establishing explicit legal procedures to freeze, seize, and liquidate virtual assets like bitcoin during civil litigation. New Rules on Asset Seizure South Korea’s Supreme Court has announced a sweeping update to its civil enforcement regulations, establishing clear legal procedures for seizing, freezing and liquidating […]
Iran Fires At Least Two Missiles at Ships in Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Official Says
Binance News - A U.S. official said Iran fired at least two missiles at vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, Axios reported that two merchant ships were hit and badly damaged, but there were no casualties.
STOCKS | The Kobeissi Letter Says Chip Stocks Lead Current U.S. Bull Market
Binance News - Chip stocks have become the new leading sector in the current U.S. stock market bull run, The Kobeissi Letter said in a post on X. According to Odaily, the account said many of the “Magnificent 7” stocks have fallen more than 20% from recent highs, while the semiconductor sector has taken over market leadership. The Kobeissi Letter added that eight of the top 10 best-performing stocks in the S&P 500 this year are from the chip industry. ...
Semiconductor Stocks Beat Big Tech and Crypto in H1 2026 as SOX Jumps 102%
Binance News - Semiconductor stocks outperformed Big Tech and crypto in the first half of 2026, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index up 102% while the Magnificent Seven fell 2% and Bitcoin (BTC) slid 33%. According to BeInCrypto, Deutsche Bank and CoinGecko data also show Ether (ETH) down 47% and Solana (SOL) down 41%, while the VanEck Semiconductor ETF rose 72% and the iShares Semiconductor ETF gained 99%. Wall Street is split on H2: Goldman Sachs expects investors to keep backing chipmakers, while Morgan Stanley strategist Michael Wilson says the chip trade is unwinding as investors rotate toward hyperscalers.
JPMorgan Asset Management Cuts Long Yuan Bets as Outperformance Cools
Binance News - JPMorgan Asset Management has trimmed its long yuan positions against the dollar and shifted its focus to higher-yielding currencies as the yuan’s outperformance begins to cool, according to Bloomberg.
PRECIOUS METALS | Gold Steadies as Traders Await Fed Minutes for Rate Outlook
Binance News - Gold was little changed as traders awaited minutes from the Federal Reserve’s last meeting for clues on the path for US interest rates, according to Bloomberg.
Strategy sells $216M Bitcoin, Bollinger bullish on BTC: Hodler's Digest, June 29-July 6, 2026
CoinTelegraph - Bollinger Bands creator John Bollinger says the charts suggest Bitcoin could take off from here. Vitalik Buterin unveils a new Ethereum strawmap, but why is it taking so long?
Fed Rate Outlook Shows Higher Odds of Holding Rates Steady in July
Binance News - Market pricing shows a 74.3% probability that the U.S. Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in July, with a 25.7% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point rate increase. According to Odaily, the probability of the Fed holding rates steady through September is 42.9%. The same data indicates a 46.2% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point increase by September and a 10.8% probability of a cumulative 50-basis-point increase by that time.
China Securities Co., Ltd: Do Not Overestimate Near-Term Value of China Floating-Rate Bonds
Binance News - China Securities Co., Ltd said China’s floating-rate bond market is small but structurally concentrated, with policy bank financial bonds dominating and most coupons linked to DR007 and the loan prime rate (LPR). The brokerage said floating-rate bonds only outperform fixed-rate bonds when DR007 or the LPR rises and triggers coupon resets; if risk-free yields rise while the benchmark rates fall or stay low, floating-rate bonds face greater pressure. With the LPR still in a rate-cut cycle and DR007 lacking a clear basis for an uptrend, it said investors should not overestimate the near-term allocation value of floating-rate bonds. A smoother investment window may emerge toward the end of the easing cycle, after dovish expectations are fully priced in and DR007 ...
U.S. Memory Chip Stocks Fall in After-Hours Trading
Binance News - U.S. memory chip stocks broadly declined in after-hours trading. According to Jin10, Sandisk fell 3.5%, Micron Technology dropped 2.3%, Seagate Technology declined 2%, and Western Digital slid 2.8%.
JPMorgan Sees AI Chip Dip as Buy; Morgan Stanley Says Trade Is Rotating
Binance News - JPMorgan told clients the recent pullback in AI-linked semiconductor stocks is a buying opportunity, citing strong demand, tight supply and no meaningful new chip capacity until 2028. According to BeInCrypto, the bank prefers chipmakers over hyperscalers and expects global stocks to reach new highs in the second half of 2026. Morgan Stanley CIO Michael Wilson said momentum in chip stocks is fading after leading the rally, with earnings estimates at historic extremes, and pointed to slipping hyperscaler shares despite capex forecasts of $805 billion in 2026 and $1.116 trillion in 2027. Investors are watching Nvidia for signals on AI chip ...
American Bitcoin Surpasses 8,000 BTC, Focuses on Accumulation Amid Q1 Losses
TheCurrencyAnalytics - American Bitcoin Corp has exceeded 8,000 bitcoins in its treasury. It’s clear, it’s significant, and it’s happening fast. The company… Read the original on American Bitcoin Surpasses 8,000 BTC, Focuses on Accumulation Amid Q1 Losses. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Moody's Ratings: Iran Conflict Highlights Australia's Role as a Key LNG Supplier
Binance News - Moody's Ratings said the conflict involving Iran has further highlighted Australia's position as a key supplier of liquefied natural gas, even as the country faces rising policy risks. According to Jin10, Moody's Ratings stated that the situation has underscored Australia's importance in global LNG supply while noting that policy-related risks for Australia are increasing.
Jim Cramer: Consider starting a position in Constellation Brands amid market rotation
Binance News - According to CNBC, “Mad Money” host Jim Cramer said Monday that investors should not fear the latest market rotation and argued it is creating buying opportunities in several stocks pulled lower by institutional selling, including Constellation Brands, PepsiCo, Starbucks, TJX Companies and Johnson & Johnson. Cramer said Monday’s action followed last week’s June jobs report, which pointed to a slowdown in hiring from the prior month, prompting some large money managers to reposition portfolios; he added that basket trading tied to economic themes can push quality companies lower even when their businesses have not changed. He said PepsiCo’s pullback has erased much of the rally after its strong earnings report last quarter and called it an appealing entry point ahead ...
Bitcoin Miner Stress Hits ‘Historically Rare’ Level as 20% of Miners Operate at a Loss
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s Miner Cycle Stress Composite has fallen to a new 2026 low and entered its “undervalued” range, a synchronized decline previously seen only near the market’s major bottoms in 2015, 2018 and 2020. The reading arrives with bitcoin trading near $63,800 and nearly one in five miners producing coins at a loss. A Rare Signal […]
Japan’s May All-Household Spending Falls 0.3% Year on Year
Binance News - Japan’s all-household spending fell 0.3% year on year in May. According to Jin10, the result compared with a market expectation of a 2.5% decline and a previous reading of a 0.50% drop.
Japan's May Labor Cash Earnings Rise 3.2% Year Over Year
Binance News - Japan's labor cash earnings rose 3.2% year over year in May. According to Jin10, the market expectation was 3.40%. The prior reading was revised to 3.60% from 3.50%.
JPMorgan Says Buy the AI Chip Dip But Morgan Stanley Pushes a Different Bet
BeInCrypto - JPMorgan says buy the AI chip dip while Morgan Stanley wants investors in hyperscalers. Here is why Wall Street split. The post JPMorgan Says Buy the AI Chip Dip But Morgan Stanley Pushes a Different Bet appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics, Sumitomo Chemical Unit Form Glassem JV for Glass Core Materials
Binance News - Samsung Electro-Mechanics said on July 2 that it signed a master agreement with Dongwoo Fine-Chem, a wholly owned subsidiary of Japan’s Sumitomo Chemical Group, to jointly establish a venture named “Glassem” to produce glass core materials used in glass substrates, according to Jiemian News. On the same day, BOE Technology Group unveiled its glass-substrate packaging carrier board business to the market for the first time at its 2026 Investor Day event. The report said the glass-substrate theme has remained strong in China’s A-share market and has drawn attention across the advanced semiconductor packaging supply chain, as the industry looks beyond traditional ...
South Korea’s Media Regulator Puts Polymarket’s Prediction Model Under Review
TheCurrencyAnalytics - South Korea is moving closer to taking formal action against Polymarket. The country’s media and communications review body is now… Read the original on South Korea’s Media Regulator Puts Polymarket’s Prediction Model Under Review. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Martinez Says It “Does Not Make Sense” to Continue as Portugal Coach After Spain Loss
Binance News - Roberto Martinez said “it does not make sense” for him to continue as Portugal coach after Portugal’s last-16 exit to Spain at World Cup 2026, according to Yahoo Sports. Substitute Mikel Merino scored the only goal in the first minute of added time in Dallas as Portugal failed to threaten a Spain defense that has yet to concede in the tournament. Martinez, whose contract was set to expire at the end of the tournament, said no decision had been made about his future until now and called the defeat “the end of the cycle.” Bruno Fernandes said Portugal were “sad” and “not at our best level,” while Spain will face the winners of USA and Belgium in a ...
STOCKS | Samsung Electronics Shares Fall 4.5% in Nextrade Pre-Market Trading
Binance News - Samsung Electronics shares fell 4.5% in Nextrade pre-market trading. According to Jin10, the decline occurred during pre-market trading on Nextrade.
Polymarket: 23% Odds US Government Blocks a Major Chinese AI Model in 2026
Bitcoin.com - Polymarket traders are pricing a one-in-three chance that the U.S. government formally cuts off public access to a major Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) model before the end of 2026, as Washington’s scrutiny of Deepseek and its peers intensifies. Washington’s Case Against Chinese Models The market, created earlier this month, asked whether the U.S. government would […]
STOCKS | S&P 500, Nasdaq Jump as Broadcom Rallies on Extended Apple Chip Deal
Binance News - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended sharply higher on Monday as Broadcom and other chip stocks rallied on investor demand for artificial intelligence-related names ahead of what is expected to be a strong second-quarter earnings season, according to RTHK. Broadcom rose 3.7% after it and Apple agreed to extend a deal through 2031 to develop and supply a range of custom chips. The S&P 500 information technology sector index climbed 1.3%, while the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor index gained 2.2% after two straight sessions of losses. ...
Top 3 Crypto to Watch in the Second Week of July 2026
BeInCrypto - DEXE, LIT, and ADA lead this week's coins to watch as breakout targets and a Cardano rebound shape July trading. The post Top 3 Crypto to Watch in the Second Week of July 2026 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
AI | Intel-Backed AI Chip and Software Maker Syntiant Files for IPO
Binance News - Syntiant Corp., an Intel-backed maker of semiconductors and software for artificial intelligence, filed for an initial public offering, according to Bloomberg.
Universal’s Latest ‘Minions’ Debuts With $62 Million in Ticket Sales
Binance News - Universal Pictures’ Minions & Monsters was the No. 1 movie in US and Canadian theaters over the long July 4 holiday weekend, posting $62 million in ticket sales, according to Bloomberg. The debut still fell short of earlier entries in the seven-film franchise.
COMEX Gold Settles Up 1.23% at $4,176.3/Oz; Silver Gains 2.33%
Binance News - COMEX gold futures settled up 1.23% at $4,176.3 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures rose 2.33% to $62.485 per ounce, according to Jiemian News.
Jim Cramer Urges Buying Nvidia After Company Denies NVL144 AI Rack Delay Claims
Binance News - Jim Cramer urged investors to buy Nvidia after the company rejected claims that its Kyber NVL144 AI rack systems have been delayed until 2028. According to NS3.AI, SemiAnalysis reported that the high-density rack design had slipped by more than 12 months, citing printed circuit board (PCB) midplane manufacturing problems. Nvidia disputed the delay allegation and said its AI chip roadmap remains intact.
WORLD CUP | Ronaldo Fights Back Tears After Portugal Lose 1-0 to Spain in Round of 16
Binance News - Cristiano Ronaldo fought back tears as he lingered on the field after Portugal’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the Round of 16 on Monday in what is set to be his final World Cup game, according to Yahoo Sports. The match was scoreless into second-half added time before substitute Mikel Merino scored the winner. Ronaldo, 41, said before the game that this would be his final World Cup, though he has not set a retirement date. He appeared in his sixth World Cup earlier in the tournament and became the first player to score in six World Cups when he netted in the group stage against Uzbekistan.
PRECIOUS METALS | SPDR Gold Trust Holdings Rise by 1.427 Tons to 1,002.793 Tons
Binance News - SPDR Gold Trust, described as the world’s largest gold ETF, increased its holdings by 1.427 tons from the previous day to 1,002.793 tons. According to Jin10, the fund’s latest reported holdings stood at 1,002.793 tons after the daily increase.
South African Rand Holds at 18.75 as Traders Brace for Fed Minutes
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The rand isn’t moving much. Sitting at 18.75 against the US dollar on Thursday, South Africa’s currency held steady in… Read the original on South African Rand Holds at 18.75 as Traders Brace for Fed Minutes. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Circle Climbs 7% After $64 Open, but OUSD Keeps Pressure on Its Yield Strategy
Bitcoin.com - Circle’s stock rebounded 7% on Monday following a 17% plummet the previous Tuesday, triggered by the announcement of a rival stablecoin, Open USD. The Battle for Reserve Yield The stock of Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, jumped 7% on Monday as investor panic following the announcement of the launch of rival coin Open […]
Jim Cramer Says Buy Nvidia as Chipmaker Rejects 2028 AI Delay Claims
BeInCrypto - Jim Cramer urges investors to buy Nvidia as the chipmaker disputes SemiAnalysis claims of AI rack delays to 2028. The post Jim Cramer Says Buy Nvidia as Chipmaker Rejects 2028 AI Delay Claims appeared first on BeInCrypto.
China Removes Over 14,000 AI Products in Qinglang Cleanup, Tightening Controls
Binance News - China’s Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) removed more than 14,000 non-compliant AI products in the first phase of its “Qinglang” cleanup campaign, signaling tighter domestic AI oversight. According to BeInCrypto, the CAC also scrubbed more than 6 million pieces of illegal or harmful information, suspended over 26,000 accounts, took down more than 1,300 AI-related product listings, and removed nine open-source datasets. The campaign began in April 2026 and targeted issues including skipped model registration, weak safety filtering, AI data poisoning, and unlabeled AI-generated content. A second phase will target AI-enabled disinformation and ...
Japan Drives Asia Offshore Bond Issuance to Record, Surpassing China Era Peak
Binance News - Japanese borrowers drove quarterly issuance in Asia Pacific’s offshore bond market to a record, eclipsing the previous peak set during an era of Chinese corporate dominance, according to Bloomberg.
Coinbase Prediction Market AI Claims Norway Beat Brazil Before Match Even Started
CryptoPotato - Traders have become highly active in FIFA World Cup markets, increasing sensitivity to any misleading automated alerts.
China Purges Over 14,000 AI Products Amid “Qinglang” Cleanup Campaign
BeInCrypto - China’s internet regulator removed more than 14,000 AI products from the country’s networks in the opening phase of a sweeping cleanup campaign called “Qinglang”. The move signals a major tightening of domestic AI control. Here is what the crackdown covered, how tech giants responded, and what the next phase targets across the sector. What China’s The post China Purges Over 14,000 AI Products Amid “Qinglang” Cleanup Campaign appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Blackrock’s IBIT Sees $773 Million Weekly Exit as Bitcoin ETFs Lose $527 Million
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin and ether funds closed the week in the red for an eighth straight week. Altcoin ETFs, however, showed more resilience, with XRP, Solana and HYPE products all attracting capital between June 29 and July 2. XRP ETFs Add $17.2 Million as Ether ETFs End Week Down $13.7 Million The crypto ETF market ended the […]
Hamilton Lane Raises $3.8 Billion Fund for Mid-Market Private Equity Co-Investments
Binance News - Hamilton Lane raised a $3.8 billion fund to co-invest alongside private equity firms in mid-market companies, according to Bloomberg. Co-CEO Erik Hirsch said the strategy targets smaller and mid-sized businesses that are typically too small to pursue public offerings, and argued that significant private-market returns often come from these less visible segments.
AI TRENDS | Doubao and Qwen Disable Humanlike Agent Features Ahead of China's AI Rules Taking Effect July 15
Binance News - ByteDance's Doubao and Alibaba's Qwen are disabling humanlike agent features before China's AI rules take effect July 15. According to NS3.AI, the changes are aimed at AI services that simulate human personality and enable sustained emotional interaction. The upcoming rules impose strict limits on virtual companions and on intimate relationship-style interactions for minors. The measures by Doubao and Qwen are positioned as steps to align their products with the new regulatory requirements.
Vitalik Buterin’s ‘Extremely Lean’ Ethereum Plan Puts Validators at the Center
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Can a blockchain get leaner without getting weaker? That’s basically the question sitting at the heart of Vitalik Buterin’s latest… Read the original on Vitalik Buterin’s ‘Extremely Lean’ Ethereum Plan Puts Validators at the Center. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | Rivian Offers to Sell 75 Million Shares
Binance News - Rivian Automotive Inc. is offering to sell 75 million shares as the electric vehicle maker seeks to fund equity contributions tied to a US Department of Energy loan, according to Bloomberg.
Investors Watch Oil Price Impact as U.S. Earnings Season Begins
Binance News - U.S. earnings season is set to begin, and investors are optimistic about overall corporate results for the second quarter while remaining cautious about the effects of high oil prices. According to Jin10, investment firm Summit Place Financial Advisors said the market expects second-quarter corporate earnings to be broadly solid, but investors will focus on how elevated oil prices affect corporate costs, profit margins, and product pricing. The firm said inflation pressure driven by rising energy prices may take several ...
Supreme Court sides with Texas in age verification standoff with Big Tech
Cryptopolitan - The Supreme Court on Monday let Texas enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users’ ages and obtain parental consent before minors download apps, handing the tech industry a defeat while a First Amendment challenge plays out. The order came through the court’s emergency docket. The justices offered no explanation and recorded no dissents,...
Walmart Says Sam's Club Will Keep Competitive Fuel Prices and Cut Prices on Over 250 Items
Binance News - Walmart said its Sam's Club membership stores will continue to offer competitive fuel prices and has lowered prices on more than 250 products to improve consumer value. According to Jin10, the company said the price cuts are intended to enhance the value consumers receive.
WORLD CUP | Merino’s 91st-Minute Goal Lifts Spain Past Portugal 1-0, Into Quarterfinals
Binance News - Mikel Merino scored in stoppage time in the 91st minute as Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to reach the World Cup quarterfinals, according to Yahoo Sports. Ferran Torres set up the winner, which ended Portugal’s tournament and could be the final World Cup match for 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo. Spain will face the winner of Monday night’s USA-Belgium game in the quarterfinals.
UK Foreign Secretary Warns of 'AI Hiroshima' if Policymakers Don’t Act
Decrypt - Yvette Cooper said governments must agree on AI safeguards before frontier systems transform warfare, crime, and society.
Ether Withdrawals Hit a Three-Year High as $1.23 Billion Exits Binance
CoinPaprika - Binance recorded $1.23 billion in net outflows during the week beginning June 29, a 207% jump from the previous week. Ethereum withdrawal transactions on the exchange hit their highest level in three years, exceeding 166,000 in a single day.
Trump Hints at Bitcoin’s Role in 4-Million-Child Savings Push
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin might end up inside America’s newest government-backed savings program. President Donald Trump, asked Monday about potentially adding Bitcoin to… Read the original on Trump Hints at Bitcoin’s Role in 4-Million-Child Savings Push. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
MSCI to Shorten Monitoring Period for Ineligible Watchlist Companies in Global Indexes
Binance News - MSCI said it will shorten the monitoring period for “watchlist” companies that do not meet eligibility requirements in its global indexes. According to Jin10, the company did not provide additional details in the statement.
STOCKS | Toyota to Build $3.6 Billion Texas Plant and Shift Some Truck Production From Mexico
Binance News - Toyota announced plans to build a new factory in Texas worth $3.6 billion and to move some truck production from Mexico to the United States. According to Jin10, the company said the new plant will be located in the U.S. state of Texas, and part of its truck manufacturing will be relocated from Mexico to the United States.
MSCI Says It Will Assess Whether Turkish Securities Meet Investability Standards
Binance News - MSCI said it will assess Turkish securities one by one to determine whether they meet investability standards. According to Jin10, MSCI stated that it will evaluate the investability eligibility of Turkish securities on an individual basis.
KKR Private Credit Fund Met All Q2 Redemption Requests
Binance News - Investors in a KKR & Co. retail private credit fund received all the cash they requested in the second quarter, signaling that redemption demand from the firm’s private credit clients has slowed, according to Bloomberg. The development suggests individual investors’ concerns about the private credit asset class may be easing.
Vertex to Buy Crinetics for $10 Billion to Expand Endocrinology Focus
Binance News - Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. agreed to buy Crinetics Pharmaceuticals Inc. for $10 billion in cash as it expands into endocrinology, including medicines for acromegaly and hormone disorders, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | Jim Cramer Recommends Buying Nvidia as Shares Trade at $196
Binance News - Jim Cramer told viewers of CNBC’s “Mad Money” that he recommends buying Nvidia as the stock traded at $196, up 1% in the last 24 hours. According to NS3.AI, Nvidia’s consensus 12-month target price is near $305, implying about 54% upside from current levels.
Bitwise CEO: Bitcoin Wants to Go Higher
U.Today - Bitcoin has demonstrated notable market resilience, staging a swift recovery after a sharp intraday plunge triggered by news that Michael Saylor’s firm. Bitcoin has demonstrated notable market resilience, staging a swift recovery after a sharp intraday plunge triggered by news that Michael Saylor’s firm.
Israeli Official: Israel Will Retain Option to Strike Iran Even if U.S. Reaches Deal
Binance News - An Israeli official said Israel would retain the option to carry out military strikes against Iran even if the United States reaches an agreement with Iran. According to Jin10, the official said Israel would keep the capability option to launch military action against Iran regardless of whether a U.S.-Iran deal is concluded.
AI TRENDS | U.S. Cyber Defense Agency CISA Uses Anthropic AI Tools to Audit Government Code, Sources Say
Binance News - Sources said the U.S. cyber defense agency CISA is using Anthropic's artificial intelligence tools to audit government code. According to Jin10, the sources said CISA has found multiple vulnerabilities during its use of AI tools to audit government code.
FCA’s Mills Review Puts 11 Million UK Adults at the Heart of AI Finance Shift
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The FCA dropped a major report last week. Sheldon Mills, the regulator’s executive director, led what’s now being called the… Read the original on FCA’s Mills Review Puts 11 Million UK Adults at the Heart of AI Finance Shift. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin Hits Highest Price in Weeks as Bernstein Analysts Maintain 'Ambitious' $150K Target
Decrypt - The financial firm admitted Bitcoin's retrace has been painful, but still holds a lofty year-end price prediction for the top crypto asset.
WORLD CUP | England Consider Appeal of Jarell Quansah Red Card Against Mexico
Binance News - England said they are “considering all options” over an appeal after defender Jarell Quansah was sent off following a VAR review for a studs-up tackle on Mexico’s Jesus Gallardo in the 54th minute on Sunday night in Mexico City, according to Yahoo Sports. The red card leaves Quansah suspended for England’s quarter-final against Norway on Saturday, although the report noted there are no formal grounds for an appeal under the rulebook. The situation follows FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban on Sunday, allowing the United States striker to play Belgium on Monday after FIFA invoked Article 27 of its disciplinary code; US president Donald ...
AI | Glasswing Ventures’ Rudina Seseri Sees ‘Multi-Year’ Cycle in AI Capex Demand
Binance News - Rudina Seseri, founder and managing partner at Glasswing Ventures, said she is seeing strong overall demand for AI infrastructure and does not expect AI capital spending to fall as companies move toward becoming vertically integrated AI players, according to Bloomberg. Seseri, speaking with Bloomberg’s Ed Ludlow, said she expects future demand to center on more specialized industry data sets rather than broad, wide-ranging data.
Trump-backed American Bitcoin buys 500 BTC for $30M as Saylor offloads
Cryptopolitan - American Bitcoin has bought 500 BTC for more than $30 million, lifting its treasury to around 8,000 BTC. Also, Strive continues to add to its own stack, while Michael Saylor’s Strategy just informed regulators it has sold 3,588 Bitcoin to fund dividend payments. A few weeks ago, Strategy, which is the largest corporate holder of...
WORLD CUP | Starmer Pressed FIFA to Keep England vs. Mexico Kickoff Time; England Won 3-2
Binance News - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pushed FIFA to keep England’s Round of 16 match against Mexico in Mexico City at its original 8 p.m. ET kickoff time amid discussions to move it earlier because of forecast thunderstorms and fan-safety concerns, according to Yahoo Sports. The match was delayed an hour by rain and started at 7 p.m. in Mexico City, with England winning 3-2 despite playing with 10 men after Jarell Quansah received a straight red card; Quansah is set to miss England’s quarterfinal against Norway.
CFTC Data Show Speculators Cut Net Short Positions in Several U.S. Treasury Futures
Binance News - Speculators reduced net short positions in multiple U.S. Treasury futures contracts in the week ended June 30, while increasing net shorts in five-year Treasury futures. According to Jin10, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) said speculators cut net short positions in CME U.S. ultra-long Treasury futures by 31,431 contracts to 286,669. Net short positions in 10-year Treasury futures fell by 26,375 contracts to 808,891, and net shorts in 2-year Treasury futures declined by 31,265 contracts to 1,287,581. ...
WTI Net Long Positions Fall by 3,299 Contracts to 85,187, CFTC Says
Binance News - Speculators cut their net long positions in WTI crude oil by 3,299 contracts to 85,187 in the week ended June 30. According to Jin10, the update was reported by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).
Speculators Raise Comex Silver Net Longs and Cut Comex Copper Net Longs, CFTC Says
Binance News - The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission said speculators adjusted their net long positions in Comex silver and Comex copper in the week ended June 30. According to Jin10, speculators increased Comex silver net long positions by 1,088 contracts to 12,747 contracts, while reducing Comex copper net long positions by 7,452 contracts to 61,367 contracts.
Ripple secures full MiCA license for crypto services across Europe
CoinTelegraph - The Luxembourg approval completes the company's MiCA licensing process, enabling it to provide regulated crypto-asset services across the European Economic Area.
Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary: Respect Iranians or We Will Respond in Another Language
Binance News - Iran’s Supreme National Security Council secretary said Iran should be respected, and warned of a different kind of response if that does not happen. According to Jin10, the secretary made the remarks in response to U.S. President Donald Trump, saying, “Please respect the Iranian people, otherwise we will respond in another language.”
Distressed Funds Discuss Swapping Strategy Preferred Shares After Rout
Binance News - Distressed-debt funds that bought Strategy Inc.’s beaten-down preferred shares are in talks with one of the company’s bankers about swapping them for other securities, as a crypto rout pressures the Bitcoin accumulator, according to Bloomberg.
Criteo Draws Vista Equity-Backed Takeover Offer
Binance News - Vista Equity Partners and investment firm Quinti Capital have teamed up on a takeover offer for French advertising-technology company Criteo SA, according to people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reported.
WORLD CUP | Mbappé Responds to Racist Remarks After France’s 1-0 Win Over Paraguay
Binance News - France captain Kylian Mbappé responded on Monday to racist remarks from Paraguayan senator Céleste Amarilla that followed Les Bleus’ 1-0 victory on Saturday in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, according to Yahoo Sports. Mbappé scored the match’s only goal on a 70th-minute penalty kick, and the French Football Federation said it is filing a report with the prosecutor’s office seeking judicial action over Amarilla’s comments. France will next face Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals on Thursday at 4 p.m. ET at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.
GEOPOLITICS | Daalder Says Best Outcome From NATO Summit Is Alliance ‘Lives Another Day’
Binance News - Ivo Daalder, a former US ambassador to NATO under President Barack Obama, said the best outcome from the NATO summit this week is “that the alliance lives another day,” according to Bloomberg. Daalder made the comments in an interview on Bloomberg’s “Balance of Power” ahead of the upcoming NATO meeting in Turkey.
Buterin Puts Quantum Safety at the Heart of Ethereum's 'Lean' Roadmap
CoinPaprika - Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin named quantum resistance, scalability and privacy as top priorities in a new "Lean Ethereum" roadmap. The upgrades are planned to roll out over the next three to four years.
WORLD CUP | John Stones Says England Have "Huge Respect" for Norway and Erling Haaland
Binance News - John Stones said England have “huge respect” for Norway and Erling Haaland as Thomas Tuchel’s side look ahead to their World Cup quarter-final clash on Saturday, according to Yahoo Sports. England set up the meeting with Norway in Miami after a 3-2 win over Mexico at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday night, while Haaland scored a late brace as Norway stunned Brazil in New Jersey earlier on Sunday in the last 16. Stones was a second-half substitute against Mexico as England switched to a back five after Jarell Quansah was sent off, with Quansah set to serve a one-game suspension. Stones, who said he feels in the “best condition” despite an ...
Coinbase's AI System Hallucinated a World Cup Result Before the Match Even Started
Decrypt - Coinbase said it updated its systems after an AI-generated alert incorrectly reported the outcome of the Norway-Brazil match before kickoff.
SEC Weighs New ETF Rules as $16 Trillion Boom Challenges Status Quo
Binance News - The US Securities and Exchange Commission is signaling it may rethink how it oversees exchange-traded funds as the roughly $16 trillion ETF boom disrupts the existing regulatory framework, according to Bloomberg. A recent wave of filings for prediction-market ETFs has prompted fresh scrutiny of current rules.
Former OpenAI Researcher-Managed Hedge Fund Plans to Subscribe to SK Hynix Nasdaq IPO Shares
Binance News - A hedge fund called Situational Awareness, managed by a former OpenAI researcher, plans to subscribe to about $7 billion of SK Hynix shares in its Nasdaq initial public offering. According to Jin10, the Financial Times reported that the planned subscription also involves UK investment institution Baillie Gifford and other institutions.
Public Spending in Mexico Ends Prolonged Fall in Fixed Investment
Binance News - Mexico’s fixed investment rebounded in April, driven largely by government spending, while private investment lagged, offering limited support for President Claudia Sheinbaum’s push for stronger economic growth, according to Bloomberg.
AI | Runway Opens London, Tokyo and Paris Hubs, Plans Nearly $300 Million Investment
Binance News - Runway is expanding internationally, opening new hubs in London, Tokyo and Paris and planning to invest nearly $300 million over the next few years as it scales its business and AI research, according to Bloomberg. Runway co-founder and CEO Cristóbal Valenzuela discussed the expansion in an interview with Ed Ludlow on “Bloomberg Tech.”
Difficult Era for Markets Coming Up, Howe Says
Binance News - Neil Howe, a portfolio manager at Hedgeye Asset Management and co-author of The Fourth Turning, said he expects the next 10 years in markets to see a fundamental change compared with the last 40, according to Bloomberg. Howe made the comments on “Bloomberg ETF IQ” while discussing the Hedgeye Fourth Turning ETF (HEFT) with Scarlet Fu, Katie Greifeld and Eric Balchunas.
XRP Supply Shrinks on Binance
U.Today - Liquid supply dynamics for Ripple's native token, XRP, are tightening significantly on major trading platforms. Liquid supply dynamics for Ripple's native token, XRP, are tightening significantly on major trading platforms.
Strategy Sells 3,588 Bitcoin for $216M While Sitting on a $2.55B Reserve
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Strategy just sold a chunk of Bitcoin. Not a small one, either — 3,588 coins, converted to $216 million in… Read the original on Strategy Sells 3,588 Bitcoin for $216M While Sitting on a $2.55B Reserve. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Portugal vs. Spain Lineups: Leao Benched as Ronaldo Starts in Round of 16
Binance News - Rafael Leao was named on the bench for Portugal’s World Cup 2026 round of 16 match against Spain as Cristiano Ronaldo led the line, with coach Roberto Martinez starting Joao Felix alongside him, according to Yahoo Sports. The match was played at Dallas Stadium on July 06, 2026 in Arlington, Texas. Portugal’s XI was Diogo Costa; Joao Cancelo, Ruben Dias, Renato Veiga, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha; Pedro Neto, Bruno Fernandes, Joao Felix; Ronaldo. Spain started Unai Simon; Pedro Porro, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte, Marc Cucurella; Rodri, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, Alex Baena; Mikel Oyarzabal.
Paglia Calls Kids’ US Economy Accounts ‘Revolutionary’ as State Street ETF Set as Initial Investment
Binance News - Anna Paglia, executive vice president and chief business officer at State Street Investment Management, called expanding the US economy to kids “revolutionary” in an interview on “Bloomberg ETF IQ.” Money flowing into US President Donald Trump’s newly created accounts for children will initially be invested in a State Street ETF as the US Treasury Department prepares to roll out the program, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Tuchel Expects Reece James Available for England Quarter-Final vs. Norway
Binance News - England manager Thomas Tuchel expects Reece James to be available for Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway (22:00 BST), with the Chelsea captain pushing to return to full training this week after a hamstring injury, according to Yahoo Sports. England’s right-back options have been hit by Jarell Quansah’s red card in Sunday’s 3-2 win over Mexico, which leaves the Bayer Leverkusen defender suspended for the next knockout tie in Miami; James has missed matches against Panama, DR Congo and Mexico since being injured in the second group game against Ghana.
AI TRENDS | Joi AI Draws 150,000+ Applicants for Paid Trial of AI-Guided Masturbation Feature
Binance News - Joi AI said it received more than 150,000 applications after offering $2,000 to 10 participants to test an AI-guided masturbation feature as part of a research study. According to NS3.AI, the month-long study began on July 1 and is designed to track wellness indicators. The company plans to monitor participants through daily surveys throughout the study period. The offer applies to 10 people selected to take part in the trial.
WORLD CUP | Four Barcelona Players Start for Spain Against Portugal
Binance News - Spain named four Barcelona players in their starting lineup against Portugal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas: Lamine Yamal, Pedri, Dani Olmo and Pau Cubarsi, according to Yahoo Sports. Spain coach Luis de la Fuente again left Eric Garcia, Joan Garcia, Ferran Torres and Gavi out of the XI.
Bitmine announces $74M Ether buys as chair says ‘greater chances of Clarity Act passage’
CoinTelegraph - Bitmine's big buy contrasts with crypto treasury peer Strategy, which reported selling millions of dollars worth of its Bitcoin holdings on Monday.
WORLD CUP | Real Madrid’s La Liga Opener Postponed With Key Stars Poised to Play World Cup Semi-Finals
Binance News - Real Madrid’s 2026/27 La Liga opener will be postponed, with the league agreeing to delay the club’s first match because of the FIFA World Cup, according to Yahoo Sports. The season is still set to begin on the weekend of August 14 and 15, but Madrid’s home game against Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabeu will be moved to later in August to allow players involved in the latter stages of the World Cup time to rest and prepare. La Liga president Javier Tebas said the plan ensures players get three weeks of rest after their final World Cup appearance and three weeks of preparation, with some opening-round matches shifted to a midweek slot between the second and ...
Ardian’s Santé Cie Seeks Entry to French Restructuring Proceedings
Binance News - Santé Cie SAS is seeking to enter French restructuring proceedings after some of its cash assets were seized as part of an investigation by authorities into alleged corruption and money laundering, according to Bloomberg.