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SBI acquires Coinhako, XRP victory boosts confidence, Bitcoin ETFs attract $79M investments.
John Deaton Says 4,000 XRP Holders Helped Secure Ripple’s SEC Victory
BeInCrypto - John Deaton says Judge Torres cited nearly 4,000 XRP holder affidavits in ruling that XRP itself is not a security. The post John Deaton Says 4,000 XRP Holders Helped Secure Ripple’s SEC Victory appeared first on BeInCrypto.
SBI Holdings Grabs Majority Stake in Coinhako, Eyes Singapore’s Crypto Edge
TheCurrencyAnalytics - SBI Holdings has locked in regulatory approval to take a majority stake in Coinhako, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange. It’s a… Read the original on SBI Holdings Grabs Majority Stake in Coinhako, Eyes Singapore’s Crypto Edge. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Kimi K3 Just Triggered DeepSeek Flashbacks for the Stock Market
Decrypt - Moonshot AI's 2.8-trillion-parameter open-weight model sent chip stocks tumbling and gave Wall Street a Friday it would rather forget.
Bitcoin treasury company offers 10% income and still can’t sell nearly half its shares
CryptoSlate - BTC PREF is expected to begin trading July 20, with any discount to SEK 120 lifting the indicated cash yield above 10%. The post Bitcoin treasury company offers 10% income and still can’t sell nearly half its shares appeared first on CryptoSlate.
New XRP Stake Revealed by Colorado-Based Wealth Manager
U.Today - A Colorado-based wealth manager has revealed a new investment in the Canary XRP ETF. A Colorado-based wealth manager has revealed a new investment in the Canary XRP ETF.
Apple overtakes Nvidia to become the world's most valuable public company
Cryptopolitan - Apple officially reclaimed the title of the world’s most valuable public company on Friday, edging past Nvidia as its market value reached about $4.88 trillion compared to the chipmaker’s $4.86 trillion. Nvidia shares saw a drop of almost 3.5% while Apple’s numbers held steady. However, the difference between both companies’ valuations remains very slim, while...
China’s Kimi K3 Is Out—And Beats Claude Fable and GPT 5.6 Sol on Key Benchmarks
Decrypt - Moonshot AI's 2.8-trillion-parameter model tops Fable 5 on a creative writing benchmark and leads Arena AI's frontend code leaderboard—at Claude Sonnet pricing.
CLARITY Act odds continue to fall despite Republican optimism
Cryptopolitan - Bettors have given the CLARITY ACT a below-even chance of becoming law this year, despite consistent efforts by Republicans on the Hill for a vote. Democrats continue to stonewall over reservations about the bill’s ability to restrain President Trump from making crypto profits. According to Polymarket, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (H.R. 3633) has...
NVIDIA Quietly Holds $196 Million Stake in Crypto-Friendly Revolut
BeInCrypto - UK filings suggest Nvidia holds a $196 million Revolut stake as the crypto-friendly fintech eyes a $115 billion valuation. The post NVIDIA Quietly Holds $196 Million Stake in Crypto-Friendly Revolut appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Galaxy Puts Its Name on Texas Tech's Stadium in a 15-Year, Crypto-Native Deal
Decrypt - The Nasdaq-listed digital-asset firm will rebrand the Red Raiders' home as "Galaxy Stadium." The bigger bet is on the cheap power and open land of West Texas.
OKX Europe lets users convert USDT to MiCA-compliant USDC
CoinTelegraph - The feature offers European customers a voluntary path away from Tether’s USDT as MiCA rules reshape the region’s stablecoin market.
Trump aide allegedly made $100K betting on 12 speeches before anyone knew – then Kalshi stepped in
CryptoSlate - More than a dozen speeches are alleged, but no cited report dates the first alert, restriction, or CFTC referral. The post Trump aide allegedly made $100K betting on 12 speeches before anyone knew – then Kalshi stepped in appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Senator Warren requests 2026 reporting for Trump’s crypto earnings after $1.4B disclosure
CoinTelegraph - With the Senate likely voting on a crypto bill within days, Elizabeth Warren asked for information on Donald Trump’s earnings between January and July ahead of a 2027 deadline.
Dash puts Zcash's Orchard privacy live on its mainnet
Cryptopolitan - Dash, the decade-old payments coin, announced today that it activated a new privacy system called Orchard. The system uses Zcash’s zero-knowledge proof technology to hide transaction details. The launch comes at a difficult time for Zcash, which created the Orchard technology. The project is in the middle of fixing a serious bug that could have...
Bybit Buys NOBI to Reach Indonesia’s 21 Million Crypto Users
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bybit just bought NOBI. The Dubai-based exchange grabbed the Indonesian crypto platform in a move that plants its flag in… Read the original on Bybit Buys NOBI to Reach Indonesia’s 21 Million Crypto Users. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
SBI Holdings completes acquisition of Singapore crypto firm CoinHako
Cryptopolitan - Japan’s SBI Holdings announced that it has completed its purchase of a majority stake in Coinhako on Thursday, after clearing regulatory review. The acquisition hands the Japanese financial institution a licensed base to platform digital asset services across Southeast Asia. The transaction was done via SBI Ventures Asset Pte. Ltd., which put fresh capital into...
HSBC Orion Joins UK Digital Securities Sandbox for Gilts
cryptoDNES - HSBC Orion gains approval for the UK Digital Securities Sandbox, paving the way for digital government bonds and tokenized corporate debt by 2027. The post HSBC Orion Joins UK Digital Securities Sandbox for Gilts appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Dubai vs Hong Kong: Why Tax Rates Are Only Half the Crypto Hub Story
Cryptopolitan - In the first part of this column, I looked at the operational side of the Dubai-versus-Hong Kong choice like licensing, regulatory models, banking access, and the difference between fast market entry and institutional depth. Drawing on ChangeNOW’s own research and hands-on experience operating across these markets, this second part continues that analysis by looking beyond...
Cardone Capital Buys 10.5 Bitcoin from July Rent, Stack Hits 2,700 BTC
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Grant Cardone just bought more Bitcoin. Not with borrowed money. With rent checks. Cardone Capital added 10.5 BTC last month,… Read the original on Cardone Capital Buys 10.5 Bitcoin from July Rent, Stack Hits 2,700 BTC. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Investors Push $79M Into Bitcoin ETFs as Ether Funds Lose $28M
Bitcoin.com - Crypto ETF demand split sharply on Thursday, July 16, as bitcoin products drew $79.15 million while ether funds lost $28.04 million. XRP and Solana ETFs also attracted fresh capital, while T. Rowe Price launched a multi-token fund with an unusually large HYPE allocation. Bitcoin ETFs Extend Their Inflow Streak to Three Days Wall Street’s crypto […]
Public comments pushback on SEC plan to relax quarterly earning requirement
Cryptopolitan - Most of the public feedback filed on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposal to let companies report earnings twice a year instead of four times is not in support of the change. There is also a dispute over a mistyped email address that now threatens the process the agency must follow before it can finalize...
Bitmine nears its Ethereum buying limit – Now it needs demand to make the bet pay off
CryptoSlate - Bitmine plans to slow its Ethereum purchases as its holdings approach 5% of the cryptocurrency’s supply, ending a year of rapid accumulation that made the company the network’s largest corporate token holder. In his July Chairman message, Thomas Lee said Bitmine has amassed 5.7 million ETH, equal to about 4.8% of supply, but will approach […] The post Bitmine nears its Ethereum buying limit – Now it needs demand to make the bet pay off appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Bitcoin, Ethereum Reverse CPI-Fueled Gains as Strategy Stays Quiet: Your Weekly Crypto Recap
CryptoPotato - The focus has now turned to the upcoming FOMC meeting at the end of the month.
Bitcoin price sags under $62.5K as Iran strikes add to US stocks pressure
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin saw a key rejection at local highs before reversing lower, moving with stocks for a second day as US-Iran war downside took its toll.
SBI Group Acquires Coinhako to Bridge Japan and Singapore
cryptoDNES - SBI Group secures MAS approval to acquire Singapore's Coinhako, strengthening its regulated digital asset network across Japan and Southeast Asia. The post SBI Group Acquires Coinhako to Bridge Japan and Singapore appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
ether.fi Partners with Nexus Mutual to Protect Against ETH Slashing at Institutional Scale
DailyHODL - London, United Kingdom, 17th July 2026, Chainwire The post ether.fi Partners with Nexus Mutual to Protect Against ETH Slashing at Institutional Scale appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Crypto payment processor BitPay clears MiCA hurdle to service EU market
Cryptopolitan - Leading cryptocurrency payment processor BitPay has been authorized to provide its services across the European Union. The license, issued under the bloc’s Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) law, has been granted by regulators in the Netherlands. BitPay to offer licensed services in the EU One of the world’s largest crypto payment platforms, BitPay, will be...
SBI acquires Singaporean crypto platform Coinhako after MAS approval
CoinTelegraph - SBI Holdings received regulatory approval to acquire a majority stake in Singapore-based crypto exchange Coinhako as it expands into stablecoins, onchain finance and tokenized assets.
The British Virgin Islands are a top crypto hub no one ever talks about: Here’s why
CoinTelegraph - Kraken, Bitstamp, 1inch and Bitfinex have all set up shop in the British Virgin Islands — but you might find it tricky to book an on-site meeting with one of their executives.
US Government Transfers $9,290,000 in Ethereum From FTX Seizure to Coinbase Prime
DailyHODL - The US government deposited roughly 4,820 ETH worth about $9.29 million into Coinbase Prime from FTX and Alameda Research-linked wallets. The post US Government Transfers $9,290,000 in Ethereum From FTX Seizure to Coinbase Prime appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
MicroStrategy’s Saylor Pitches Bitcoin Bull Case With 300 Years of Fiat History
BeInCrypto - Michael Saylor cites River data showing fiat currencies average 27 years, framing Bitcoin's fixed supply as the alternative. The post MicroStrategy’s Saylor Pitches Bitcoin Bull Case With 300 Years of Fiat History appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Benjamin Cowen’s New Memo Points to Q4 Bitcoin Bottom Near $44,000
BeInCrypto - Benjamin Cowen's new memo points to a Q4 2026 Bitcoin bottom near $44,000, matching BeInCrypto's earlier projection. The post Benjamin Cowen’s New Memo Points to Q4 Bitcoin Bottom Near $44,000 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Visa Throws Its Weight Behind Open USD as Circle Shares Slide
CoinPaprika - Visa launched the Visa Stablecoin Platform on 16 July 2026, letting institutions mint, hold and move stablecoins in one Visa-managed system. The platform starts with Open USD, a token backed by Visa, BlackRock, Alphabet and Coinbase.
China's planning agency floats AI cooperation plan as Xi opens Shanghai summit
Cryptopolitan - China’s top economic planning body has released an eight-point plan designed to increase international cooperation on artificial intelligence. The plan was published the same day President Xi Jinping gave a keynote speech, pushing for a China-led way of governing AI at a Shanghai summit What does the NRDC’s plan ask for? The National Development and...
Investors rejected crypto basket ETFs and now this $1.9 trillion manager is putting the reason to the test
CryptoSlate - T. Rowe Price manages roughly $1.89 trillion, with about 66% of that money tied to retirement accounts, advisers, and institutional relationships that the crypto industry has spent years trying to reach. Its first crypto product, a spot ETP called TKNZ that began trading on NYSE Arca on July 16, walked straight into the diversified multi-token […] The post Investors rejected crypto basket ETFs and now this $1.9 trillion manager is putting the reason to the test appeared first on CryptoSlate.
XRP Ledger Back Above 140,000-User Threshold Despite Upcoming Weekend
U.Today - XRP ledger regained some serious amount of market activity following the increase in active usercount. XRP ledger regained some serious amount of market activity following the increase in active usercount.
Morning Minute: Citadel Securities Invests $400M in Crypto.com
Decrypt - Wall Street and crypto's convergence snapped into focus, while crypto majors gave back most of the week's gains as broader markets sold off.
Bitcoin reclaiming its $69,000 holder cost basis could open XRP’s path to $1.26
CryptoSlate - Glassnode has identified Bitcoin's short-term holder cost basis near $69,000 as the market's next major recovery test, potentially affecting the outcome for altcoins such as XRP. Reclaiming that level would give the current rebound real room to run, and the firm's own July 15 report frames it as the point where recent buyers move back […] The post Bitcoin reclaiming its $69,000 holder cost basis could open XRP’s path to $1.26 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Elon Musk Says SpaceX Aims to Eclipse Economic Value of Planet Earth
DailyHODL - Elon Musk outlines ambitious targets for SpaceX to exceed global GDP through advanced energy harnessing and space industries. The post Elon Musk Says SpaceX Aims to Eclipse Economic Value of Planet Earth appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Larry Fink Points to Leverage Washout as Case for 12-Month Bitcoin Bull Run
99Bitcoins - BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says crypto's deleveraging created stability, backing a bullish 12-month Bitcoin outlook as BTC trades near $60,000. The post Larry Fink Points to Leverage Washout as Case for 12-Month Bitcoin Bull Run appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Bitcoin Tests $63K as Long-Term Holders Keep Selling at a Loss
Decrypt - Some two-thirds of the coins moving onto exchanges are long-term holders taking losses, as a macro risk-off drags on Bitcoin’s price.
Bitcoin Steady While Nikkei Dives 4%
Trustnodes - The Japanese stock index, Nikkei 225, is down 4% as a tech sell off in semiconductors and the AI trade deepens with TSMC down 7%.
PI eyes rebound as Open Interest rises and oversold conditions deepen
CoinJournal - Key takeaways Pi Network (PI) is showing signs of recovery after several days of consolidation and easing selling pressure. Rising Open Interest suggests speculative traders are positioning for a potential rebound. The upcoming Stellar Protocol v25 mainnet upgrade and improving market sentiment could support PI’s recovery. Pi Network (PI) posted modest gains on Friday after […] The post PI eyes rebound as Open Interest rises and oversold conditions deepen appeared first on CoinJournal.
DOGE Is Permissionless: Community Rejects Claims of Official Ownership
U.Today - Dogecoin contributor reaffirms its decentralized roots with a timely reminder. Dogecoin contributor reaffirms its decentralized roots with a timely reminder.
Morgan Stanley Completes E*Trade Crypto Rollout With 50 Basis Point Fees: Here’s What Clients Get
Bitcoin.com - Morgan Stanley’s E*Trade finished rolling out spot bitcoin, ether and solana trading to U.S. clients on July 16, undercutting rivals with a 50-basis-point fee as Wall Street’s crypto race accelerates. What’s on Offer The completed rollout means eligible E*Trade clients can buy, sell and hold the three largest non-stablecoin digital assets inside the same interface […]
Playbook for WEEX Cup 2026: Data Intelligence, Predictive Insight, and $1M in Community Rewards
BeInCrypto - Every World Cup produces a moment nobody saw coming. This year, WEEX, a world leading crypto exchange, gave its community three ways to get ahead of it: a live prediction data report with Foregate, a $1,000,000 Dice Rush campaign, and an interview with football legend Michael Owen that ended up predicting the tournament’s biggest upset The post Playbook for WEEX Cup 2026: Data Intelligence, Predictive Insight, and $1M in Community Rewards appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Best Prediction Markets in 2026: The Complete Guide
CryptoPotato - Prediction markets have become one of the fastest-growing trading sectors, and they attract everyone from institutions to retail crypto traders.
Crypto.com Hits $20B Valuation After $400M Citadel Securities Investment
Decrypt - The market maker's stake marks Crypto.com's first institutional funding round, as Wall Street deepens its push into crypto.
White House reshares CIA director post as China-tech stakes reach the Fed
Cryptopolitan - The White House on Friday amplified a post from CIA Director John Ratcliffe to its followers, the latest sign of how Washington’s messaging on technological rivalry with China can bleed into trade policy, inflation, and the interest-rate bets that move crypto markets. Any government response to intelligence about that rivalry carries a long tail. Tariffs...
Leonidas Pitches New Bitcoin Client Built Around DOG Mode Transaction Feature
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Leonidas wants to blow up the status quo. The Bitcoin advocate has put forward a formal proposal for an entirely… Read the original on Leonidas Pitches New Bitcoin Client Built Around DOG Mode Transaction Feature. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin at Turning Point: 700% XRP Predictor Explains Why $61,000 Matters
U.Today - XRP rally prophet DonAlt says Bitcoin is at a turning point, making $61,000 the main line in the sand. XRP rally prophet DonAlt says Bitcoin is at a turning point, making $61,000 the main line in the sand.
Elon Musk Quietly Buys Billion-Dollar Energy Firm in Florida To Power AI Needs
DailyHODL - Elon Musk acquired APR Energy through regulatory filings without fanfare to bolster power supply for expanding AI operations. The post Elon Musk Quietly Buys Billion-Dollar Energy Firm in Florida To Power AI Needs appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Morgan Stanley Opens Spot Crypto Trading to E*TRADE Clients via Zero Hash
CoinPaprika - Morgan Stanley completed the rollout of spot Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana trading on its E*TRADE platform for eligible clients. Trades run through digital asset firm Zero Hash at a fee of 50 basis points.
Bybit Snaps Up NOBI to Reach Indonesia’s 21 Million Crypto Users
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bybit just bought its way into Indonesia. The exchange acquired local platform NOBI, planting its flag in one of Asia’s… Read the original on Bybit Snaps Up NOBI to Reach Indonesia’s 21 Million Crypto Users. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ultra-Rich Americans Grab Record Share of National Income As Top 0.00001% Captures 12% of All Wealth Generation: Report
DailyHODL - The wealthiest sliver of Americans now commands an unprecedented share of the nation's income. The post Ultra-Rich Americans Grab Record Share of National Income As Top 0.00001% Captures 12% of All Wealth Generation: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Kalshi’s Daily Crypto Contract Volume Hits Record $217.98 Million
Cryptopolitan - Kalshi’s crypto event contracts saw the largest single day volume record this week on July 15. Data from Artemis shows that on Wednesday, the prediction market platform notched up $217.98 million within this category. Volume across the crypto contracts on the platform have been on a steady climb ever since May and if you go...
Bitcoin ETFs add $368M in three-day buying streak
CoinTelegraph - US spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted $79.2 million on Thursday, lifting their three-day inflow total to about $368 million as Bitcoin attempted a price recovery.
MegaETH Kills Mega Mafia Accelerator After 20 Teams Raise $80 Million
TheCurrencyAnalytics - MegaETH has shut down its Mega Mafia accelerator. Two cohorts ran, 20 teams got funded, and together they pulled in… Read the original on MegaETH Kills Mega Mafia Accelerator After 20 Teams Raise $80 Million. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
T. Rowe Price Bets Its Crypto Debut on Active Management, Not Indexing
CoinPaprika - T. Rowe Price launched the TKNZ Active Crypto ETF on 16 July 2026, the first actively managed multi-token spot crypto fund. The product holds Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana and other tokens on NYSE Arca.
Suno’s Leaked Code Shows Thousands of Hours Pulled from Deezer, YouTube, and Pond5
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Suno got exposed. A leaked source code dump has pulled back the curtain on how the AI music startup actually… Read the original on Suno’s Leaked Code Shows Thousands of Hours Pulled from Deezer, YouTube, and Pond5. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ordinals advocate Leonidas proposes new Bitcoin client: ‘$DOG Mode’
CoinTelegraph - “Over time the economic incentives will drive $DOG Mode’s adoption and force Bitcoin Core to stop gatekeeping and allow these completely valid transactions,” said Leonidas.
Bitcoin Climbs 6% in a Week But Geopolitical Cracks Could End the Rally Fast
TheCurrencyAnalytics - What happened Bitcoin is up 6% over the past week. That’s not a typo. After weeks of going basically nowhere,… Read the original on Bitcoin Climbs 6% in a Week But Geopolitical Cracks Could End the Rally Fast. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Polygon Cuts 150 Jobs After Paying $250 Million for Coinme and Sequence
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Polygon is laying off 150 people. The cuts come straight out of the company’s decision to absorb Coinme and Sequence,… Read the original on Polygon Cuts 150 Jobs After Paying $250 Million for Coinme and Sequence. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Crypto exchange Bybit launches in Indonesia after NOBI acquisition
CoinTelegraph - The launch gives Bybit a locally operated platform in one of Asia’s largest crypto markets, home to more than 21 million crypto exchange users.
Crash to $30K or Jump to $100K: 3 AIs Speculate What Is More Likely for BTC in 2026
CryptoPotato - The answer was unanimous.
Kimi-K3 Hits 1,679 Points and Undercuts Claude Fable 5 by 70% on Price
TheCurrencyAnalytics - China’s Moonshot AI just took the top spot in Arena’s web coding rankings. Kimi-K3 scored 1,679 points, beating Claude Fable… Read the original on Kimi-K3 Hits 1,679 Points and Undercuts Claude Fable 5 by 70% on Price. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
U.S. Central Command Says It Has Completed Latest Major Strike on Iran
Binance News - U.S. Central Command said it has completed its latest round of major strikes on Iran. According to Jin10, the statement did not provide further details.
STOCKS | Zhipu Falls 12.14% At Hong Kong Open After ARR Report
Binance News - Hong Kong stocks opened with Zhipu down 12.14%. According to Odaily, market reports earlier said Zhipu's annual recurring revenue reached $1 billion as of July 2026, and the company had not responded.
Kevin Warsh Says Fed Does Not Want to Be in the Bailout Business for Crypto
Binance News - Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said the Fed does not want to be in the bailout business, including for crypto. According to NS3.AI, Warsh made the comment at a July 14 U.S. House Financial Services Committee hearing. Warsh did not clearly commit that the Fed would never support stablecoins or crypto markets during a run.
STOCKS | Montage Technology Falls More Than 6% at the Open in A Shares and Hong Kong
Binance News - Montage Technology opened more than 6% lower in China A shares, and its Hong Kong-listed shares fell 6.1%. According to Jin10, the stock weakness was seen in both markets.
GEOPOLITICS | Modi Adviser Urges India to Seek More Chinese Investment, Trade
Binance News - An adviser to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged India to deepen economic ties with Beijing by allowing more Chinese investment and reassessing regional trade pacts, according to Bloomberg. The adviser said shifting geopolitics have made the US a less dependable partner for India.
Dollar Climbs After Dallas Fed’s Logan Backs Modestly Higher Rates
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The dollar got a lift Thursday. Lorie Logan, president of the Dallas Federal Reserve, said interest rates may need to… Read the original on Dollar Climbs After Dallas Fed’s Logan Backs Modestly Higher Rates. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | Hong Kong Stocks Open Mixed as Hang Seng Index Rises 0.06%
Binance News - Hong Kong stocks opened mixed, with the Hang Seng Index up 0.06% and the Hang Seng Tech Index down 0.05%. According to Jin10, Zhipu (02513.HK) opened down 12.14%, while Joinn Laboratories (06127.HK) fell 1.16%.
GEOPOLITICS | Srinivasan Seeks Meeting With Anwar Office After Raid
Binance News - Investor Balaji Srinivasan requested a meeting with the office of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after immigration officers raided his startup school in Forest City, a mega-development in Johor, according to Bloomberg. The request came days after the raid in the southern Malaysian state, the report said.
18 Fund Houses To File Active ETF Registration Applications With China's CSRC
Binance News - China's onshore active ETF market is moving closer to launch. From July 16 to 17, 18 fund houses including E Fund, China Asset Management, Huatai-PineBridge, J.P. Morgan, Harvest, and China Universal Asset Management will formally submit product registration applications for active ETFs to China's securities regulator, according to 36Kr. Industry participants said the products could receive approval soon, marking another major innovation for China's public fund industry.
Counterpoint Forecasts GenAI Phones Will Reach 45% of Global Shipments in 2026
Binance News - Counterpoint Research said on June 22 that smartphones with generative AI features are expected to account for 45% of global shipments in 2026 and 52% in 2027, according to 36Kr. Market researchers said major smartphone brands are accelerating AI phone rollouts as on-device AI models move into handsets. The report also said AI phone-related stocks have drawn heavy institutional attention, with 18 shares rated by at least five institutions. Lens Technology, Avary Holding and iFlytek received ratings from 20, 16 and 15 institutions, respectively.
STOCKS | China’s Yuan Central Parity Weaker Against Dollar, Stronger Versus Euro and Pound
Binance News - China’s interbank foreign exchange market set the yuan central parity rate at 6.7934 per U.S. dollar on July 17, 2026, up 25 points. According to Jin10, the yuan central parity rate was also set at 7.7631 per euro, down 59 points; 0.86648 per Hong Kong dollar, up 1.8 points; 9.1414 per British pound, down 289 points; 4.7463 per Australian dollar, up 17 points; 4.8310 per Canadian dollar, up 74 points; 4.1811 per 100 Japanese yen, down 4 points; 11.5295 per Russian ruble, up 773 points; 3.9623 per New Zealand dollar, up 36 points; 0.60059 per Malaysian ringgit, down 8.3 points; 8.3928 per Swiss franc, down 244 points; and 5.2568 per Singapore dollar, down 20 points.
Tata Electronics to Make India’s First Chip Wafers on Older Technology
Binance News - Tata Electronics Pvt. is preparing to make India’s first semiconductor wafers using older technology than it originally expected, according to Bloomberg. The shift underscores the challenges India faces in trying to build a domestic chip industry from scratch.
Polymarket Elon Musk Tweet Market Sees Sharp Swing in 140-159 Submarket
Binance News - The “yes” odds in Polymarket’s Elon Musk tweet prediction event submarket “140-159” fell sharply from 38.5% one hour earlier to 23.5%, a 15 percentage point swing. According to ChainCatcher, the move suggests the market is reacting to a sudden news event.
AI TRENDS | Zhipu ARR Reaches $1 Billion After Fifteenfold Growth in Six Months
Binance News - Zhipu's ARR reached $1 billion as of July 2026, according to multiple independent sources. According to Jin10, Zhipu (02513.HK) did not respond to the information. Over the past year, AI coding and video generation models have become the most profitable AI sectors globally. Abroad, Anthropic's Claude Code reached $1 billion in ARR only six months after release, and this cash-generating product lifted Anthropic's overall valuation to $1 trillion in May 2026, above OpenAI.
Cardone Capital CEO Says Firm Added 10.5 Bitcoin in July
Binance News - Real estate investment firm Cardone Capital added 10.5 bitcoin through July cash flow, according to Chief Executive Grant Cardone. According to Odaily, Cardone said the firm's real estate-bitcoin hybrid strategy now holds more than 2,700 bitcoin.
Cardone Capital Adds 10.5 Bitcoin, Raises Hybrid Real Estate-Bitcoin Holdings Above 2,700 BTC
Binance News - Cardone Capital Chief Executive Grant Cardone said the firm added 10.5 bitcoins using cash flow, bringing its real estate-Bitcoin hybrid strategy holdings to more than 2,700 BTC. According to ChainCatcher, the company did not disclose any additional details about the purchase.
STOCKS | China Futures Open Mixed as Palladium and Shanghai Silver Fall
Binance News - China's main futures contracts opened mixed in early trading, with palladium falling nearly 4% and Shanghai silver dropping more than 3%. According to Jin10, platinum and soda ash fell more than 2%, while lithium carbonate rose more than 2%. Shanghai lead and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) gained more than 1%.
STOCKS | Micron and SanDisk Fall 4% in After-Hours Trading, SK Hynix ADR Rises 0.4%
Binance News - Micron Technology (MU.O) and SanDisk (SNDK.O) fell 4% in U.S. after-hours trading, while SK Hynix ADR (SKHY.O) rose 0.4%. According to Jin10, the moves were seen in overnight trading.
U.S. Stocks Fall As Treasury Yields Rise And Gold Dragon Index Hits 1-Month High
Binance News - U.S. Treasury yields rose and Treasury spread moves were mixed, while the Gold Dragon Index extended gains for a second day to a one-month high and U.S. stocks fell, according to Ming Pao reported. U.S. military strikes on Iran continued for several days, shipping volumes through the Strait of Hormuz kept declining, and U.S. President Donald Trump was due to deliver a nationwide address later. U.S. June retail sales growth also slowed, and two Federal Reserve regional presidents warned about overheating inflation.
STOCKS | China Hongqiao Tops Southbound Holdings Gains, Southern Hang Seng Tech Leads Cuts
Binance News - Data compiled from Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing's disclosure website on Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect holdings showed that on the previous day, with a holding date of July 16, 2026, China Hongqiao (1378) saw the largest increase in holdings, up 38.212 million shares, while Southern Hang Seng Tech (3033) saw the largest reduction, down 131 million shares, according to Ming Pao reported.
$40 Million Bitcoin Investment Firm Orange Juice Launched by Lyn Alden and Jeff Booth
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Forty million dollars on the table. Lyn Alden, a macroeconomist closely followed by the crypto world, has launched Orange Juice… Read the original on $40 Million Bitcoin Investment Firm Orange Juice Launched by Lyn Alden and Jeff Booth. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
FCA Pulls 1,200 Car Finance Ads as Joint Taskforce Targets CMC Misconduct
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Britain’s financial watchdog has yanked or rewritten 1,200 misleading car finance advertisements since January 2024. The crackdown isn’t slowing down.… Read the original on FCA Pulls 1,200 Car Finance Ads as Joint Taskforce Targets CMC Misconduct. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | Kioxia Shares Fall 10% as Market Cap Halves From June Peak
Binance News - Kioxia shares extended their morning decline to 10% on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with the company's market value now about half of its June peak. According to Jin10, the stock's early losses widened during morning trading.
Korea Urged To Build Social Consensus For AI-Led Growth
Binance News - According to Yonhap, South Korea needs to address the economic and social fallout from AI-driven growth as the government pushes to make the country a top artificial intelligence powerhouse. The article said the Lee Jae Myung administration is pursuing three major projects, including semiconductor and data center hubs, while a global statement by experts warned that AI could become radically more powerful over the next 10 years, transform economies faster than the Industrial Revolution and displace large numbers of jobs. The piece said the Korean government hosted a two-day forum earlier this week on social issues and AI technological innovation, and argued that companies and ...
Polymarket Mets Option Jumps to 88.75% in Phillies Matchup Market
Binance News - The New York Mets option in Polymarket's New York Mets vs. Philadelphia Phillies market surged to 88.75% from 58.65% an hour earlier, a 30.1 percentage point move. According to ChainCatcher, the sharp swing may reflect the impact of breaking news.
Boeing and Airbus Seek Large Narrow-Body Orders From SMBC Aviation Capital
Binance News - On July 16 local time, sources said Boeing and Airbus are both seeking large orders for their popular narrow-body jets from aircraft lessor SMBC Aviation Capital. According to 36Kr, Boeing is in advanced talks with the lessor for about 100 737 Max aircraft, while Airbus is also in discussions with SMBC over its A320neo model in an effort to secure a similar-size order commitment.
Brazil CVM Rules for Ecopetrol Unit's Appeal on Tender Offer
Binance News - Colombian state oil company Ecopetrol S.A. said Brazil's securities regulator, the CVM, ruled in favor of its subsidiary Ecopetrol Investimentos do Brasil in an administrative appeal over a public tender offer. According to 36Kr, the CVM's July 14 board meeting upheld the appeal, ending the suspension previously imposed on the offer. Ecopetrol Investimentos has until July 22 to revise and reissue the offer documents, including setting a new auction date.
Bernstein Raises 2026 Gold Price Target To $4,533 Per Ounce
Binance News - Bernstein raised its 2026 gold price target to $4,533 per ounce, citing central banks' ongoing reserve diversification and expectations that the Federal Reserve will raise rates only once or twice over the next year. According to ChainCatcher, the forecast reflects Bernstein's view that official-sector buying and a limited rate-hike cycle could support gold prices.
PRECIOUS METALS | Gold Heads for Weekly Loss as Hormuz Strikes Raise Fed-Hike Bets
Binance News - Gold was on track for its biggest weekly decline since early June as renewed hostilities in the Middle East lifted bets that the US Federal Reserve may need to raise interest rates to curb inflation, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | Thai Stocks Rebound as Funds Bet on Political Stability
Binance News - Thai stocks have regained favor as investors bet an Anutin Charnvirakul-led government will end years of political turbulence and draw foreign capital inflows, according to Bloomberg. The move has pushed Thai shares from the worst to the best performer among markets, with funds now eyeing further gains.
STOCKS | Grupo Carso Buys Stake in Mexican Oil Field From TotalEnergies
Binance News - Carlos Slim’s Grupo Carso SAB agreed to buy a stake in a Gulf of Mexico offshore field from TotalEnergies SE, according to Bloomberg. The deal is the latest move by Latin America’s richest person to expand his portfolio of Mexican oil and gas assets.
Fred Hu says China's finance sector is its weakness in U.S. rivalry
Binance News - According to CNBC, Primavera Capital Group Chairman and CEO Fred Hu said China's financial system is the country's main weakness in its rivalry with the United States, rather than AI, semiconductors or tariffs. Speaking in Singapore last week, Hu said Beijing's private equity firms still depend heavily on U.S. fundraising, while Chinese regulators have tightened controls on capital flows and Washington has restricted American investment in sensitive Chinese technologies.
U.S. House Republicans Advance $95 Billion Budget Plan
Binance News - U.S. congressional Republicans continued to advance a $95 billion budget plan on Thursday to meet the demands of U.S. President Donald Trump, including new defense funding for a war against Iran, agricultural aid, and a broad overhaul of voting rules before the November midterm elections. According to Jin10, the Republican-controlled U.S. House Budget Committee approved the budget resolution on Thursday, clearing the way for a possible House floor vote as early as next week. If passed, it would pave the way for a special budget reconciliation bill that could clear the Senate with a simple majority rather than the 60 votes required for most legislation.
Citadel Securities invests $400M in Crypto.com at $20B valuation
CoinTelegraph - Crypto exchanges have increasingly positioned themselves as bridges between digital asset markets and traditional finance.