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Bitcoin remains strong as Ripple's CEO stays bullish, while El Salvador faces IMF pressure.
PRECIOUS METALS | Shanghai Silver and Platinum Rise Over 2% as Most China Futures Open Higher
Binance News - China’s most-traded domestic futures contracts opened mostly higher in early trading, with gains led by precious metals. According to Jin10, Shanghai silver and platinum futures rose more than 2% at the open. Shanghai zinc, live hog, Shanghai tin, cast aluminum, Shanghai gold, and red date futures were each up more than 1%. On the downside, synthetic rubber futures fell more than 2%. SC crude oil, fuel oil, eggs, No. 20 rubber, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) futures declined more than 1%, while soda ash and styrene (EB) were down nearly 1%.
STOCKS | Melco Chairman Lawrence Ho Meets Kazakhstan PM to Discuss Alatau New City Tourism Projects
Binance News - Melco International Development (0200) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MLCO) chairman Lawrence Ho met Kazakhstan Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov to discuss potential cooperation on tourism infrastructure projects linked to the development of Alatau New City, according to Ming Pao. The report, citing Azerbaijan’s Trend News Agency and a Kazakhstan government press release, said the statement did not disclose when the meeting took place and did not specify whether any casino development was included.
STOCKS | Hong Kong Short-Selling Turnover Falls 1.91% to HK$58.806 Billion
Binance News - Hong Kong market short-selling turnover fell 1.91% from the previous session to HK$58.806 billion, according to Ming Pao. Short-selling as a share of total market turnover rose to 18.64% from 17.52% a day earlier, marking the highest close since June 24, when it stood at 22.17%.
VELVET Jumps 306% in Seven Days After Aerodrome Migration, Pre-IPO Markets Launch
Binance News - VELVET surged 306% over the past seven days to trade above $1.80, making it last week’s top-performing altcoin. The rally followed a sharp early-June correction that pushed the token toward $0.30, according to BeInCrypto, as buyers returned after Velvet migrated 100% of its protocol-owned liquidity on Base to Aerodrome Finance and launched synthetic pre-IPO markets, including a SpaceX feature. BeInCrypto said volume rose with the move, while Velvet’s market cap is around $800 million versus about $770,000 in total value locked.
Metaplanet’s Dylan LeClair Says Firm Aims to Hold 1% of Bitcoin Network
Binance News - Metaplanet’s Dylan LeClair said the company’s long-term goal is to accumulate a 1% share of the Bitcoin network and become a Japan-based full-stack financial platform. According to Odaily, BitcoinTreasuries.NET said in a post on X that LeClair outlined the target. The post also said Metaplanet plans to buy an additional 169,823 BTC.
Godiva Japan Lenders Said to Agree on Nine-Month Loan Extension
Binance News - Lenders to Godiva Japan Inc. agreed to extend by nine months the maturity of about ¥75 billion ($463 million) in loans to the struggling luxury chocolate maker, according to Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter.
ECB’s Kazaks Says No Need for Multiple Rate Hikes in Rushed Way
Binance News - European Central Bank Governing Council member Martins Kazaks said the ECB doesn’t need to raise borrowing costs several times quickly, according to Bloomberg. Kazaks made the comments in an interview with Econostream Media.
Polymarket User ChinesePro Bets on Brazil Not Winning in Brazil vs. Japan 2026 World Cup Match
Binance News - A Polymarket account known as ChinesePro bought positions totaling $168,000 on Brazil not winning in the prediction event for the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 match between Brazil and Japan. According to Odaily, the account has total profits of more than $620,000 and used the address 0x37e053beabee77acc15e641dfe8e395b2b2d024e. The position was opened at an average price of $0.42, with 399,993.5 shares purchased. The market is limited to the match result within the first 90 minutes of regular time, including stoppage time. ...
EIB Pledges Record €3 Billion Loan to Airbus for Technology Development
Binance News - The European Investment Bank will provide a record €3 billion ($3.4 billion) loan to Airbus SE for technology development, according to Bloomberg. The financing comes as the European Union pushes plans to bolster its technological sovereignty amid intensifying competition from the US and China.
‘I Don’t Think They Need Me’: CZ Rules Out Return as Binance CEO
Bitcoin.com - Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao said he has no intention of returning as chief executive of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, telling an interviewer that the company no longer needs him at the helm. From the Top Job to the Sidelines Changpeng Zhao, the billionaire who built Binance into the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has […]
Manulife Names Lam Pui Greater China Chief Marketing Officer; Ma Man-yee Hong Kong and Macau CMO
Binance News - Manulife said it has appointed Lam Pui as chief marketing officer for Greater China and Ma Man-yee as chief marketing officer for Hong Kong and Macau, according to Ming Pao. Both appointments will take effect on July 1, 2026.
Australia’s ACCC to Monitor Fuel Prices as Part of Fuel Excise Is Restored
Binance News - Australia’s competition regulator will monitor fuel prices and market conduct as part of the fuel excise is partially restored. According to Jin10, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will track fuel pricing and related market behavior following the partial reinstatement of the fuel consumption tax.
Zach Pandl Expects Strategy to Raise STRC Dividend Rate Instead of Selling $3 Billion in Bitcoin
Binance News - Zach Pandl, Grayscale’s head of research, said he hopes Strategy will sell at least $3 billion in Bitcoin to cover most of its cash obligations for the next two years. According to NS3.AI, Pandl said he instead expects a 50-basis-point increase to STRC’s dividend rate. Strategy’s latest 8-K filing reported that the company bought 520 BTC for $34.9 million between June 15 and June 21.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse Criticizes Strategy's Funding Model While Staying Bullish on Bitcoin
Binance News - Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said he remains bullish on Bitcoin but argued that Strategy's funding model has harmed the broader crypto market. According to NS3.AI, Garlinghouse said the long-term value of digital assets should be driven by real-world usefulness rather than financial engineering. The report also cited CryptoQuant as saying Strategy should pause its Bitcoin purchases and rebuild its cash reserves.
Galaxy cuts CLARITY Act odds to 50% as Senate floor time narrows
CoinTelegraph - Galaxy cut its 2026 CLARITY Act odds to 50%, warning that Senate floor time is running out before the August recess.
This COVID Stock Market Winner Is Making a Comeback, Up 125% Year to Date
BeInCrypto - Moderna stock is up 125.51% in 2026, driven by an FDA flu vaccine win, a corporate pivot, and an expanding pipeline. Here's what's moving MRNA. The post This COVID Stock Market Winner Is Making a Comeback, Up 125% Year to Date appeared first on BeInCrypto.
US Distances Its Naval Assets From Asia as New Guidelines for Tracking Emerge
Bitcoin.com - A new Chinese military study led by Gao Tianyun at the National University of Defense Technology in Nanjing describes how a U.S. carrier strike group could be tracked and targeted from 3,000 kilometers away, roughly the distance from Shanghai to Guam. The concept relies on a network of satellites, drones, radar aircraft, submarines, ships, and […]
Three Things Crypto Investors Should Watch This Week
CryptoPotato - A short but busy week lies ahead on the US economic calendar, while markets need to digest the re-escalation of military action in the Middle East.
El Salvador’s Bitcoin reserve faces an accounting reckoning under new IMF pressure
CryptoSlate - Its 7,696 BTC reserve now has to remain legible through a drawdown, wallet scrutiny, and program conditions. The post El Salvador’s Bitcoin reserve faces an accounting reckoning under new IMF pressure appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Latam Insights: Regulators and Courts Move on Crypto in Brazil and Paraguay as Disaster Relief Hits Venezuela
Bitcoin.com - Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, Brazil proposes a 24-hour holding period for stablecoin remittances, two illegal bitcoin miners get convicted in Paraguay, and Binance pledges a $3 million donation to earthquake relief efforts in Venezuela. Brazil Proposes Mandatory […]
Dubai’s VARA Hits 50 Licensed Crypto Firms With 11 Still Not Operational
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Dubai just hit a number that matters. The emirate’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority — VARA — has issued its 50th… Read the original on Dubai’s VARA Hits 50 Licensed Crypto Firms With 11 Still Not Operational. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Samsung and SK Hynix Fall Despite Separate $1.3 Trillion Chip Plans
BeInCrypto - Samsung and SK Hynix both dropped Monday as tech selloff pressure and a regulatory setback outweighed trillion-dollar chip pledges. The post Samsung and SK Hynix Fall Despite Separate $1.3 Trillion Chip Plans appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ledn Removes Non-Bitcoin Crypto From All Products, The Bitcoin Historian Says
Binance News - Crypto lending firm Ledn has removed cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin from all of its products, shifting to a Bitcoin-only strategy, according to a post by The Bitcoin Historian. According to ChainCatcher, Ledn described the move as a strategic change intended to align its business with what it called Bitcoin’s core principles.
Trump Threatens Iran Annihilation as Oil Price Staggers Toward Doha Talks
BeInCrypto - Oil rebounded above $70 after fresh US-Iran strikes on June 28. Both sides agree to stand down and meet in Doha as Hormuz tensions persist. The post Trump Threatens Iran Annihilation as Oil Price Staggers Toward Doha Talks appeared first on BeInCrypto.
ByteDance Denies Plans to Use Baidu-Backed Kunlunxin AI Chips, Report Says
Binance News - ByteDance has no intention of cooperating with Baidu-backed AI chip unit Kunlunxin at present, a person close to the matter told Yicai on today. According to ChainCatcher, the response follows earlier market talk that Kunlunxin was planning a Hong Kong listing, that Tencent had become a customer, and that ByteDance was considering adopting its AI chips. The person close to the matter specifically denied that ByteDance currently plans to work with Kunlunxin.
India’s Local USDT Supply Shortage Pushes Premium Above 8.5% After Enforcement Actions
Binance News - A shortage of stablecoins such as USDT in India has driven local market prices to a premium of more than 8.5%, following regulatory enforcement actions that disrupted supply. According to ChainCatcher, Economictimes reported that Indian law enforcement targeted entities providing crypto foreign-exchange services, cutting off remittance channels commonly used by overseas Indians. The report said the disruption reduced USDT availability in India, leaving local trading prices noticeably above international parity levels.
TRON Accounts Reach 390.24 Million as Transactions Top 14.5 Billion, Tronscan Data Shows
Binance News - TRON’s total activated accounts reached 390,243,569, surpassing 390 million, according to Tronscan data. According to ChainCatcher, the metric represents the total number of activated account addresses on the TRON network. The data also showed TRON’s total transaction count exceeded 14.5 billion. Tronscan figures cited in the report said the network’s total value locked (TVL) was above $25.4 billion, while the total on-chain stablecoin market capitalization exceeded $90.4 billion. Separately, TRON said its official brand mascot was updated on June 23, ...
AI Rollout in Germany Pitched as €300 Billion Answer to Worker Shortage
Binance News - A German push to roll out artificial intelligence is being framed as a potential €300 billion fix for the country’s worker shortage, according to Bloomberg. At a made-to-order homebuilder in northwest Germany, processing more than 250 invoices a week previously took the equivalent of four working days; after introducing AI last year, the task now takes about half as long.
STOCKS | Hong Kong Shares Jump Over 2% as U.S. Futures Rise on Iran-U.S. De-Escalation Report
Binance News - Hong Kong stocks rose more than 2% and the three major indexes posted their biggest gains in three weeks, after a report said Iran and the U.S. agreed to stop attacking each other ahead of talks this week, easing concerns that a Middle East ceasefire process could be derailed, according to Ming Pao. Asian markets were mixed. Japan stocks and South Korea’s KOSPI fell, while South Korea’s KOSDAQ rose more than 7%. China A-shares were mixed, and Taiwan stocks rose more than 1%. In Hong Kong, three newly listed stocks surged: Hygon Chip (1191) rose 45.53%, ...
CAYE Raises Nearly RMB400 Million in Series B Led by Meituan Longzhu
Binance News - Commercial fully automatic coffee machine brand CAYE (Kaye Technology) has completed a nearly RMB400 million Series B financing round led by existing investor Meituan Longzhu, with participation from Borui Capital, Hillhouse Ventures and Suzhou Venture Capital, according to 36Kr. The company said this is the largest single financing deal to date in China’s commercial fully automatic coffee machine segment. Founded in December 2022, CAYE develops its in-house “Bionic Barista” system and said its machines have entered boutique and chain coffee stores, including well-known domestic coffee chains, while expanding overseas to more than 80 ...
PBOC Deputy Governor Zhu Hexin Meets Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser
Binance News - Zhu Hexin, a deputy governor of the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) and head of China’s State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), met visiting Citigroup board chair and CEO Jane Fraser on June 26, 2026, according to 36Kr. The two sides discussed the international economic and financial situation, opportunities in China’s economic development, and deepening communication and cooperation. SAFE deputy head Li Hongyan also attended the meeting.
Volkswagen Plans to End Bosch Partnership on Autonomous Driving, Report Says
Binance News - Volkswagen plans to terminate its autonomous-driving cooperation with auto supplier Bosch as part of broader cost-cutting and competitiveness efforts, according to 36Kr. A joint statement from Bosch and VW software unit Cariad said they do not comment on market rumors. The report, citing internal sources, said the project failed to meet expectations after around €1.5 billion ($1.71 billion) in investment, and an internal assessment found the technology is currently not competitive. The cooperation is expected to end under the contract’s terms, and Volkswagen plans to source the relevant hardware and software from a new partner, with a contract targeted to be signed before September.
Greentown Sets Up Hangzhou Zhenyi Real Estate Developer With RMB 1.02 Billion Capital
Binance News - Hangzhou Zhenyi Real Estate Development Co., Ltd. was recently established with registered capital of RMB 1.02 billion, according to 36Kr. Tianyancha data shows the company’s legal representative is Yu Xianghui, and its business scope includes real estate development and operations as well as property management. The company is wholly owned by Greentown Real Estate Group Co., Ltd.
China Resources Power Sets Up Yuxi New Energy Unit With RMB 42.91 Million Capital
Binance News - China Resources New Energy (Yuxi) Co., Ltd. was recently established with registered capital of RMB 42.91 million, according to 36Kr. Tianyancha information shows the company’s legal representative is Liu Furen, and its business scope includes power generation, power transmission, and power supply and distribution. The new entity is wholly owned by China Resources Power New Energy Investment Co., Ltd.
Binance Will Offer a 7-Day USDT Flexible Bonus APR Promotion for First-Time Depositors
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, the platform will run a limited-time promotion offering eligible users a 20% Bonus Tiered APR for seven days when subscribing to USDT Flexible Products, in addition to Real-Time APR rewards. The Promotion Period is 2026-06-29 00:00:00 (UTC) to 2026-07-19 23:59:59 (UTC). The offer is limited to users who have never completed a deposit via Crypto Deposit or Fiat Deposit, or purchased crypto via P2P Buy or the Buy Crypto page before 2026-06-29 00:00 (UTC), and who complete identity verification. The campaign is not available to users in the European Economic Area countries. Eligibility and Reward Details: Binance said users can qualify by completing a ...
Matt Maley And John Roque Say Bitcoin Is Testing Key Technical Levels Near $60,000
Binance News - Bitcoin is approaching key technical levels, according to Miller Tabak strategist Matt Maley and 22V Research technical strategist John Roque. According to Odaily, Maley said that if Bitcoin falls further from around $60,000, it could worsen negative investor sentiment. He added that while Wall Street firms continue investing in digital assets, retail investors—previously a major driver of crypto gains—have shifted attention to high-growth AI and technology stocks. Maley also cited notable recent outflows from Bitcoin ETFs as a sign of ...
China’s June LNG Imports Seen Flat From a Year Earlier, Kpler Says
Binance News - China’s imports of liquefied natural gas are expected to be flat from a year earlier in June, according to ship-tracking data compiled by Kpler, as the nation boosts buying due to lower domestic gas production and as summer cooling demand peaks, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | DigitalX Plans Up to A$3 Million Share Buyback From July 13 to December 31, 2026
Binance News - Australian crypto asset manager DigitalX said it plans to spend about A$3 million to buy back up to 120.36 million shares. According to Foresight News, the company said its board believes the current share price does not reflect the intrinsic value of its assets. DigitalX expects the buyback program to run from July 13, 2026, to December 31, 2026.
Iranian Official Says Iran Did Not Take Part in Sunday Talks
Binance News - An Iranian official said Iran did not participate in technical talks scheduled for Sunday. According to Jin10, Iran’s state television reported that the official cited recent attack incidents and unmet conditions as the reasons for Iran’s absence.
GM-Backed Self-Driving Firm Momenta Seeks $752 Million in Hong Kong IPO
Binance News - Autonomous-driving firm Momenta Global Ltd. has started taking investor orders for its Hong Kong initial public offering to raise HK$5.9 billion ($752 million), according to Bloomberg. The GM-backed company is seeking to capitalize on a multiyear high for share sales in the city, Bloomberg reported.
AI TRENDS | Nomura Maintains Buy on Yangtze Optical Fibre With HKD 266 Target on AI Data Center Demand
Binance News - Nomura said new fiber optic capacity projects point to strong demand tied to AI data center infrastructure. According to NS3.AI, the firm maintained a Buy rating on Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable and kept its target price at HKD 266. Nomura linked its view to signals from new fiber optic capacity projects, which it said indicate continued demand for infrastructure supporting AI data centers.
GIC Tokyo Property Said to Draw $1.4 Billion Bid From Kenedix
Binance News - Singapore sovereign wealth fund GIC Pte. has given Japanese developer Kenedix Inc. first negotiation rights to buy office space in central Tokyo, people familiar with the matter said, according to Bloomberg. The potential bid is valued at $1.4 billion.
Mirae Asset Securities Launches MAPS Unified Investment App Integrating Traditional and Digital Asset Trading
Binance News - Mirae Asset Securities has launched MAPS, a global unified investment platform that combines trading in traditional financial assets and digital assets within a single app. According to Foresight News, the information was reported by News1. The company said MAPS is planned to expand gradually into major markets including the United States, Japan, and Singapore.
GEOPOLITICS | Capital.com’s Rodda Sees De-Dollarization Trade as US Invites Iran Back to Global Oil Markets
Binance News - Kyle Rodda of Capital.com said markets are buying into “less uncertainty,” while discussing the de-dollarization trade and market volatility, according to Bloomberg. He said it “shouldn’t be understated” how significant it is that the United States is inviting Iran back into global trade and allowing it to sell oil into global markets.
STOCKS | BofA Securities Raises Micron Target Price to $1,550 and Reiterates Buy Rating
Binance News - BofA Securities raised its target price for Micron to $1,550 from $1,500 and reiterated a “buy” rating after the company reported quarterly results the firm described as strong. According to Odaily, BofA Securities said Micron’s performance reinforced its constructive view of the company’s role in AI-related memory, and it cited increasing supply-side discipline as supportive of a more durable cycle. The report said Micron now has 16 strategic customer agreements, which it said may moderately limit near-term pricing upside. It added that aligning with ...
Ether treasury Sharplink bought $62.4M ETH last week
CoinTelegraph - Sharplink bought nearly 40,000 ETH last week after an eight-month pause, adding to signs the company has resumed its Ether accumulation strategy.
Elon Musk Turns 55 on June 28, Maye Musk Shares Birthday Post
Binance News - Tesla CEO and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, described as the world’s richest person, turned 55 on June 28, according to Ming Pao. His mother, Maye Musk, posted birthday wishes on social media and shared photos of a family gathering and a birthday cake.
Indian Rupee Leads Asian Peers on Falling Crude, Capital Push
Binance News - The Indian rupee outperformed its Asian peers as crude prices fell and capital inflows supported the currency, according to Bloomberg. Bloomberg said the Reserve Bank of India may need to allow the rupee to strengthen further before it resumes buying dollars.
AI TRENDS | Baidu’s Kunlunxin Plans Hong Kong IPO at $50 Billion Valuation, Report Says
Binance News - Baidu’s chip unit Kunlunxin is planning to list in Hong Kong at a valuation of $50 billion, according to The Information. According to Jin10, the report said IPO investors would be required to commit to purchasing chips worth three to seven times the amount of their IPO subscription.
China Adds 20 Japanese Entities to Export Control List, Restricting Dual-Use Exports
Binance News - China's Ministry of Commerce added 20 Japanese entities to an export control list, barring export operators from shipping dual-use items to those organizations. According to NS3.AI, exporters must immediately stop any ongoing activities related to exporting dual-use goods to the listed entities. The notice states that export operators are prohibited from exporting dual-use items to the entities included on the list.
GEOPOLITICS | Pakistan Says Border Strikes With Afghanistan Killed 29 Militants
Binance News - Pakistan said it carried out an intelligence-based ground operation and “precision” airstrikes along its border with Afghanistan, killing 29 militants in response to earlier deadly attacks, according to Bloomberg.
Iraq Says It Is Willing to Mediate Between the U.S. and Iran
Binance News - Iraq’s foreign minister said Iraq is willing to mediate between the United States and Iran to help end the war. According to Jin10, the minister made the remarks at a joint press conference in Baghdad with Iran’s foreign minister. He said Iraq maintains good relations with both the United States and Iran and is prepared to work with both sides to resolve the conflict. He added that Iraq had previously helped establish cooperative ties between Iran and the United States. ...
Zhou Liufu Sets Up Wholly Owned Jewelry Subsidiary in Shanghai
Binance News - Zhenhuai Jewelry (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was recently established with registered capital of RMB 1 million and legal representative Li Weipeng, according to 36Kr. Tianyancha data shows the company’s business scope includes jewelry retail and wholesale, as well as jewelry recycling and repair services, and it is wholly owned by Zhou Liufu Jewelry Co., Ltd.
CITIC Futures: Prefer IC, IH, Copper and Aluminum; Stay Cautious on Gold
Binance News - CITIC Futures said in a research note that, on a quarterly basis, assets more closely tied to the AI industry may continue to outperform those mainly driven by financial conditions, and it continues to recommend long positions as core allocations in IC and IH index futures, as well as copper and aluminum, according to 36Kr. The firm said recent signs of cooling in AI-related trading and uncertainty from new changes in US Federal Reserve monetary policy could keep markets volatile, and it advised balanced portfolio positioning, short-term caution, and attention to opportunities in long US dollar and government bond yield-curve strategies. On gold, CITIC Futures said the metal is facing dual pressure from the US dollar and interest-rate expectations, with technical ...
China A-Share Indexes Open Mixed; Semiconductor, Appliances Lead Gains
Binance News - China’s A-share benchmarks opened mixed, with the Shanghai Composite down 0.01%, the Shenzhen Component slightly lower, and the ChiNext Index up 0.15%, according to 36Kr. Petrochemicals, shipping and telecom equipment led declines, with China Merchants Energy Shipping down more than 3%, and Hengli Petrochemical and Tianfu Communication down more than 2%. Semiconductors, home appliances and gas stocks outperformed, with Galaxycore Microelectronics and Changhong Meiling hitting their daily limit-up, while Shengtong Energy rose nearly 7%.
Rhein Biotech Terminates Control-Change Deal and Beijing Jinkangpu Acquisition Plan
Binance News - Rhein Biotech (002166.SZ) has terminated a planned change of control and a related share-issuance acquisition and fundraising package, citing changes in the external market environment and unmet transaction conditions, according to Jiemian News. The deal, launched after the company suspended trading in early December 2025, would have seen controlling shareholder Qin Benjun transfer 60 million shares (8.09%) to Guangzhou Defu Nutrition Investment Partnership (LP) for a total consideration of RMB 646 million, while giving up voting rights attached to 189 million shares (25.50%), leaving him with 3% voting rights. After completion, ...
PBOC Withholds Rate on Debut Overnight Reverse Repo Operation
Binance News - China’s central bank conducted its debut overnight reverse repo operation without disclosing the interest rate charged on the new instrument, surprising traders looking for guidance on borrowing costs, according to Bloomberg.
South Korea's FSS Receives 54 Virtual Asset Unfair Trading Reports From January to May This Year
Binance News - South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) received 54 reports of unfair trading involving virtual assets from January to May this year. According to NS3.AI, 50 of the reports were related to price manipulation. The remaining cases included two reports involving undisclosed information and two reports tied to other unfair trading practices.
STOCKS | Hang Seng Index Opens Up 155 Points; Tech Index Gains 1.6%
Binance News - Hong Kong stocks opened higher, with the Hang Seng Index up 155 points, or 0.69%, at 22,827, according to Ming Pao. Turnover was HK$3.7 billion. The Hang Seng China Enterprises Index rose 76 points, or 1.04%, to 7,537, while the Hang Seng Tech Index opened at 4,323, up 1.6%. At the open, 12.41% of stocks were advancing, 4.35% were declining, and 83.22% were unchanged.
Lion Group Plans Up to $12 Million Investment for Indirect Stake in Indonesian Fintech
Binance News - Lion Group Holding Ltd., a Nasdaq-listed company, plans to invest up to $12 million in Indonesian fintech firm PT Nusantara Bumi Sangkara through Meili Capital Management Ltd., in exchange for a 10% indirect economic interest, with no cash payment involved. According to ChainCatcher, the transaction would be structured via the issuance of common shares or equity-linked securities. PT Nusantara Bumi Sangkara is developing NIDR, an Indonesian rupiah stablecoin designed to be pegged 1:1 to the rupiah and backed by reserve assets. The ...
South Korea’s June CPI Seen Rising 3.2% Year Over Year, Survey Shows
Binance News - South Korea’s overall inflation rate is expected to exceed 3% for a second consecutive month, remaining above the Bank of Korea’s 2% target. According to Odaily, the median forecast from seven economists shows the headline consumer price index (CPI) is projected to rise 3.2% year over year in June, compared with a 3.1% increase in May. On a month-over-month basis, CPI is expected to increase 0.1% in June, versus a 0.5% rise in the previous month. ...
STOCKS | Reconova Technologies Starts IPO Bookbuilding; Seeks HK$608 Million
Binance News - Reconova Technologies (7656) began its Hong Kong IPO subscription on June 29 and will close on July 3, with listing scheduled for July 8, according to Ming Pao. The offer price is set at HK$21.66 per share. The company is offering 28.087 million shares globally, including 1.4044 million shares in Hong Kong. The board lot size is 200 shares, implying an entry cost of HK$4,375.69. Expected fundraising is about HK$608 million. Joint sponsors are Huatai International, CCB International and ABC International. The deal has no cornerstone investors.
Amazon Launches Latin America Fast-Track Program for 3,000 Chinese Brands, Offering Up to $12,000 Subsidy
Binance News - Amazon Global Selling announced in Hangzhou on June 26 that it has launched a “Latin America Fast-Track Program” aimed at supporting 3,000 Chinese brands in 2026, according to 36Kr. The program includes assistance with registering local companies in Brazil, solutions for obtaining Mexico’s RFC tax ID, subsidies of up to $12,000, and logistics fee reductions to help sellers expand in Latin America. Amazon said that in Q1 2026, sales by Chinese sellers newly launched on its Brazil and Mexico sites more than doubled year on year, and rose to more than four times during Mexico’s Hot Sale promotion. It also said the number of ...
Citi, HSBC, StanChart Repatriate About $640 Million From Indonesia Since 2024
Binance News - Citigroup, HSBC and Standard Chartered have shipped about $640 million of their earnings out of Indonesia since 2024 as they pare exposure amid President Prabowo Subianto’s increasingly state-focused economic policies, according to Bloomberg.
CITIC Securities: China Targets 2 Million Tons of Renewable Hydrogen Output by 2030 in New Energy Plan
Binance News - A CITIC Securities research note said China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) issued the “15th Five-Year Plan” for building a new-type energy system on June 25, according to 36Kr. The plan for the first time includes hydrogen energy and green fuels in a national-level overall energy plan’s non-fossil energy supply system, and sets a target for renewable-energy-based hydrogen production to reach 2 million tons by 2030. The plan also lists key new-type energy infrastructure projects, including green hydrogen-ammonia-methanol production bases, cross-provincial hydrogen ...
GEOPOLITICS | Philippines Cuts Growth Targets, Sees Weaker Peso Beyond Marcos’ 2028 Term
Binance News - The Philippines cut its economic growth targets and expects the peso to weaken beyond the end of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s term in 2028, according to Bloomberg. The government cited headwinds including tensions in the Middle East and an intense El Niño weather event.
STOCKS | Hong Kong Stock ADRs Rise 24 Points as U.S. Stocks Fall
Binance News - Hong Kong stock ADRs rose 24 points, or 0.1%, to 22,695 even as U.S. stocks fell, according to Ming Pao. Hong Kong index futures in after-hours trading gained 216 points, or 0.95%, to 22,916, implying a 244-point premium to the ADR level.
STOCKS | CICC Says South Korean Stocks Show High Absolute Leverage but Not Extreme Versus Market Value
Binance News - A China International Capital Corp. (CICC) research note said leverage in South Korea’s stock market is currently about 2x to 5x, with absolute leverage at a historical high. According to Odaily, the report said leverage is not considered extreme when compared with market capitalization across different comparisons. CICC added that market sentiment and liquidity indicators appear somewhat tight but not significantly. Looking ahead, the report said high leverage can amplify volatility and may create liquidity pressure. It said a decline of about 16% to 36% could trigger ...
US Lawmaker: Bitcoin Could Mark the ‘Beginning of the End’ of All Authoritarian Governments
Bitcoin.com - House lawmakers spotlighted bitcoin as a challenge to authoritarian governments after Representative William Timmons said cryptocurrency could mark the “beginning of the end” of authoritarian rule. At a House roundtable, participants discussed financial repression, China’s digital-currency ambitions, and U.S. leadership in digital-asset policy. House Roundtable Examines Crypto Access Under Repressive Governments A bullish view of […]
China Official Warns Tech Growth Is Distorting Energy Demand Forecasts
Binance News - China is facing greater uncertainty in forecasting energy demand as structural changes in the economy and the rapid expansion of new industries reshape consumption patterns, according to a top government official, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | Citic Securities Notes Accelerating MLCC Price Increases, Compares Cycle to 2017–2018
Binance News - A Citic Securities research report said it has recently observed an accelerating wave of price increases in the multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) industry. According to Odaily, the report said the current MLCC cycle is expected to be comparable to the 2017–2018 boom cycle. The report added that the duration of the price increases is expected to last more than one year. It also said price hikes at original manufacturers are expected to potentially double or rise by an even larger margin.
AI TRENDS | OpenAI Expands Strategic Partnership With HP After February 2026 Pilot
Binance News - OpenAI announced it will expand its strategic partnership with HP following a successful pilot that began in February 2026. According to Odaily, the partnership aims to improve customer-facing experiences globally and accelerate enterprise operational transformation. Once fully rolled out, the expanded collaboration will focus on deploying AI across HP’s organization. The planned areas include solutions and experiences for customers and partners, customer telemetry insights and reporting, employee productivity, and software development.
Japan Retail Sales Rise for Third Straight Month on Wage Gains, Subsidies
Binance News - Japan’s retail sales rose in May for a third consecutive month, supported by strong wage gains and government subsidies aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures, according to Bloomberg.
CME FedWatch: Markets Price 69.5% Odds of Fed Holding Rates in July
Binance News - CME’s FedWatch tool showed markets pricing a 69.5% probability that the US Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged at its July meeting, and a 30.5% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point hike, according to 36Kr. For September, FedWatch put the probability of rates remaining unchanged at 40.4%, with a 46.9% chance of cumulative 25 bps of hikes and a 12.8% chance of cumulative 50 bps of hikes.
DataEye: AI-Made Short Dramas Exceeded 95% of China’s Q1 Output
Binance News - AI-generated short dramas have become the dominant format in China’s short-drama industry, with about 128,000 short dramas launched across the sector in the first quarter and AI-made titles accounting for more than 95%, according to 36Kr, citing figures provided by industry research firm DataEye’s Juchacha. DataEye Juchacha Vice President Lin Qiwen said AI tools have cut production-side costs by about 90%, but traffic acquisition costs rose by more than 100% year-on-year, while revenue fell by more than 50%.
Huatai Securities: Oil Prices May Rebalance as Supply Constraints Ease
Binance News - Huatai Securities said escalating geopolitical conflict in the Middle East has intensified disruptions to global oil and gas supply and demand, temporarily lifting oil prices and accelerating inventory drawdowns, according to 36Kr. The brokerage added that demand destruction is gradually emerging under high oil prices, and the oil price center could return toward equilibrium as supply constraints ease at the margin. In chemicals, Huatai said the growth rate of industry capital expenditure has shifted notably since the second half of 2025, alongside policy-driven optimization of existing capacity under measures such as “anti-involution” ...
CITIC Securities: Fiber Preform And Optical Fiber Capacity Expansion Accelerates
Binance News - A research note from CITIC Securities said an expansion wave in fiber preforms and optical fiber is underway as optical fiber prices have risen sharply so far this year, lifting investment returns and prompting companies to start preform capacity expansion plans, according to 36Kr. The note said AI development is driving stronger demand for optical fiber and the industry remains in short supply. It added that while multiple companies have announced expansion plans—including Hengtong Optic-Electric, Far East Smarter Energy, Tongding Interconnection, Hoshine Silicon Industry, and Han’s Laser—execution risks ...
Chinese Wealth Managers Join First Batch of Commercial Property REITs After Shanghai Listings
Binance News - The first batch of commercial real estate public REITs began trading on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, marking China’s public REITs market expanding from infrastructure assets into commercial property, according to 36Kr. Days later, regulators approved a second batch of six closed-end commercial property REITs covering prime business districts in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, signaling a faster and more regular supply. Several bank wealth management subsidiaries, including ICBC Wealth Management and China Post Wealth Management, said they are participating in investments in ...
AI TRENDS | AI Demand Drives Memory Price Increases, Apple Takes Nearly 25% Share
Binance News - AI-driven demand is pushing up memory prices, with Apple taking nearly 25% of the market while memory manufacturers account for less than 3%. According to PANews, Apple’s share is close to 25%, while memory makers’ share is under 3%. The report said Apple CEO Tim Cook described the memory price increases as something he has not seen in 40 years.
Sovereign Wealth Funds Shift More Capital to Private Assets, Survey Says
Binance News - The world’s biggest public investors plan to allocate more capital to private and less liquid assets as risks rise for traditional bond-and-stock portfolios, according to an industry survey, Bloomberg reported.
Binance booted from EU, EthLabs rises up to save Ethereum: Hodler's Digest June 14-28
CoinTelegraph - BitMine and Joe Lubin back a new non profit called Ethlabs that aims to spur adoption. Binance shutters services in Europe after failing to secure a license.
GEOPOLITICS | US Futures Rise on Reports Peace Talks to Resume
Binance News - According to Bloomberg, US equity-index futures rose after Axios reported that the US and Iran agreed to halt strikes and meet this week in Qatar to resume talks over the Strait of Hormuz and other issues, citing an unidentified US official. Contracts for the S&P 500 Index rose 0.5% and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.6%, though both were down from earlier gains of as much as 1%. MSCI's Asia Pacific share benchmark erased earlier losses to edge up 0.1%, with six of 11 industry groups advancing as investors rotated out of technology and into healthcare and consumer products. Brent crude retreated from its session high to trade 0.7% higher at $72.50 a barrel. ...
Oil Jumps After Tanker Carrying Iraqi Crude Is Hit in US-Iran Flare-Up
Binance News - Oil advanced after a tanker carrying Iraqi crude was hit amid a flare-up in attacks between the US and Iran, straining a ceasefire and hampering shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Bloomberg.
GEOPOLITICS | Burnham Pledges Sweeping Devolution in Bid for UK Premiership
Binance News - Andy Burnham will pledge the biggest devolution of power in England in modern times in his first major speech since confirming his intention to succeed Keir Starmer as prime minister, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Eustáquio’s 92nd-minute goal lifts Canada past South Africa 1-0 in Round of 32
Binance News - Stephen Eustáquio scored in the 92nd minute to give Canada a 1-0 win over South Africa in the World Cup Round of 32. Canada created multiple chances before the late winner and advanced after reaching the knockout rounds for the first time, according to Yahoo Sports. Canada will face either the Netherlands or Morocco on July 4 in Houston.
Private Credit Expands Funding for Buy Now, Pay Later Loans
Binance News - Private credit firms are increasingly financing the “buy now, pay later” market that has helped support US consumer spending, according to Bloomberg. The growing role of private credit in the sector is raising concerns among credit-rating firms, former regulatory chiefs and others who are watching for potential risks.
Europe Makes Bold Play for Anthropic After US AI Restrictions
BeInCrypto - Europe could host Anthropic under an Austrian plan after Washington curbed foreign access to the AI firm's top models. The post Europe Makes Bold Play for Anthropic After US AI Restrictions appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin’s biggest ETF is becoming the sell wall bulls have to break
CryptoSlate - IBIT still dominates the spot Bitcoin ETF market, but Farside's latest flow data shows its scale can now work in reverse when Bitcoin needs fresh spot demand around $60,000. The post Bitcoin’s biggest ETF is becoming the sell wall bulls have to break appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Strategy Holds $50 Billion in Bitcoin While Stock Keeps Sliding
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Michael Saylor isn’t done buying. That much seems clear from his latest move — sharing a chart of Strategy’s bitcoin… Read the original on Strategy Holds $50 Billion in Bitcoin While Stock Keeps Sliding. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo resigns after 1-0 loss to South Africa
Binance News - South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo announced he is stepping down after the Taegeuk Warriors were eliminated from the 2026 World Cup following a 1-0 loss to South Africa on Wednesday. President Lee Jae Myung called for the government’s sports ministry to investigate South Korea’s World Cup results and the process by which Hong was hired, according to Yahoo Sports. South Korea opened Group A with wins over El Salvador (1-0) and Czechia (2-1) but then lost 1-0 to Mexico and 1-0 to South Africa to finish on three points and miss the Round of 32. South Africa advanced to the Round of 32 for the first time in the country’s World Cup history.
New Zealand Dollar Seen Facing Tough Third Quarter on Growth Headwinds
Binance News - The New Zealand dollar is set for a subdued third quarter as a stronger US dollar and the lingering effects of the Iran war’s energy shock weigh on the domestic recovery, according to Bloomberg.
Barclays AI Survey: Institutions Use AI Daily as Andreessen Flags Energy, Cooling Limits
Binance News - A Barclays AI survey found institutional investors have moved AI from testing into daily research and risk work, with humans still making final decisions. According to BeInCrypto, the poll of 410 fixed-income investors across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia showed research leads adoption, with 52% of long-only managers and asset owners using AI mainly for research and 44% of hedge funds using it to process market data. Hedge funds were the heaviest users, with 72% using AI daily versus 49% of long-only managers and 38% of asset owners. Marc Andreessen of Andreessen Horowitz said AI’s scale will be constrained by ...
PBOC Governor Pan Gongsheng Attends BIS Governors’ Meeting and Annual General Meeting
Binance News - The People’s Bank of China said its governor, Pan Gongsheng, attended the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) governors’ meeting and annual general meeting in Basel, Switzerland, from June 27 to 28, 2026. According to Jin10, central bank governors at the gathering exchanged views on the international economic and financial situation, how to measure second-round effects of inflation, and the impact of artificial intelligence. During the meetings, Pan also met with several participating central bank governors and discussed bilateral financial cooperation, the PBOC said.
Barclays Finds AI Is Now Essential for Institutions, But Andreessen Questions Grid Readiness
BeInCrypto - A Barclays AI survey shows institutions now use AI daily as Andreessen warns energy and cooling will gate its growth. The post Barclays Finds AI Is Now Essential for Institutions, But Andreessen Questions Grid Readiness appeared first on BeInCrypto.
AI TRENDS | Grok 4.5 Enters Internal Testing at SpaceX and Tesla, Musk Says
Binance News - Grok 4.5 has entered an internal testing phase at SpaceX and Tesla, according to Elon Musk. According to Jin10, Musk said Grok 4.5 is based on the company’s V9 base model with 1.5 trillion parameters and that supplemental training included data from Cursor.
Bitcoin Bottom Call From Samson Mow Splits Market as Four-Year Cycle Gets Questioned
TheCurrencyAnalytics - What happened Samson Mow says bitcoin has hit its bottom. That’s the headline, and it’s a bold one. Mow, a… Read the original on Bitcoin Bottom Call From Samson Mow Splits Market as Four-Year Cycle Gets Questioned. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ripple’s MiCA win is not a full license yet – Here’s what it still has to prove
CryptoSlate - Ripple secured preliminary approval as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider from Luxembourg's financial regulator, the CSSF, on June 23. The approval was delivered as a “Green Light Letter,” which the company is pairing with the EMI license it finalized in the same jurisdiction in February. Together, the two approvals put Ripple inside MiCA's perimeter, where one […] The post Ripple’s MiCA win is not a full license yet – Here’s what it still has to prove appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Nigeria Antitrust Body Warns Fuel Prices Not Falling Fast Enough
Binance News - Nigeria’s antitrust commission said pump prices for fuel aren’t dropping fast enough compared with the sharp decline in oil prices, warning of a potential crackdown against a market dominated by Africa’s richest person, according to Bloomberg.
Williams Near $5.5 Billion Deal for Momentum Midstream, Sources Say
Binance News - Williams Cos. is in advanced talks to acquire rival natural gas pipeline operator Momentum Midstream for about $5.5 billion, people familiar with the matter said, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Canada vs South Africa: Jonathan David starts Round of 32 for co-hosts
Binance News - Co-hosts Canada opened the 2026 World Cup knockout phase against South Africa in the Round of 32 in Los Angeles, with Juventus striker Jonathan David named in Jesse Marsch’s starting XI. Canada’s lineup was Maxime Crépeau; Alistair Johnston, Moïse Bombito, Derek Cornelius, Richie Laryea; Stephen Eustáquio, Liam Millar, Saliba; Tani Oluwaseyi, David, Tajon Buchanan, while South Africa started Williams; Modiba, Mbokazi, Mudau, Okon; Mokoena, Sithole; Appollis, Mofokeng, Maseko; Makgopa, according to Yahoo Sports.