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Strategy buys 520 Bitcoin, Fed may hike rates thrice, Franklin Templeton expands crypto division.
Strategy Sells $335.5M in MSTR Shares to Buy 520 Bitcoin and Pad $1.4B Cash Reserve
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Michael Saylor’s Strategy just did it again. The company sold $335.5 million worth of MSTR shares and used the proceeds… Read the original on Strategy Sells $335.5M in MSTR Shares to Buy 520 Bitcoin and Pad $1.4B Cash Reserve. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
OpenAI and Anthropic Pre-IPO Trading: Coinbase Launches Exposure to 2 AI Giants Still Private
Bitcoin.com - Coinbase has launched pre-IPO perpetual futures linked to OpenAI and Anthropic, giving eligible non-U.S. traders a new way to track the valuations of two prominent private AI firms. The contracts are settled in USDC and are designed to transition toward equity-linked pricing if IPO terms and share-count data become available. Coinbase Promotes New Access to […]
IBM partners with OpenAI to bring AI security tools to enterprise clients
Cryptopolitan - IBM partnered with OpenAI to launch a security solution that uses advanced AI models to detect code vulnerabilities and help companies fix them quickly.
BofA predicts that Warsh-led Federal Reserve will hike rates 3x this year, won't cut until 2028
Cryptopolitan - Bank of America (BAC) now expects the Fed to raise interest rates three times this year under new Chair Kevin Warsh, with no cut penciled in until 2028. That is a hard turn from the bank’s view just days ago, when Cryptopolitan reported that its economists had thought the Fed would sit still and tolerate...
Ethereum Foundation director defends mandate as leadership exodus deepens
Cryptopolitan - The Ethereum Foundation has clarified that it will not reshape itself around community popularity. It argues that its purpose does not include chasing approval from the broader ecosystem. The Ethereum Foundation is facing a turbulent year after facing an exodus of several staff members. A contributor to the Foundation has taken to X (formerly Twitter)...
Groq raises $650 million for AI inference cloud after Nvidia licensing deal
Cryptopolitan - Groq raised $650 million to expand its inference cloud business six months after licensing its semiconductor technology to Nvidia
Hester Peirce Leaves SEC in November for Regent Law Teaching Post
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Hester Peirce is out. The SEC commissioner known across the crypto industry as “Crypto Mom” plans to leave the agency… Read the original on Hester Peirce Leaves SEC in November for Regent Law Teaching Post. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
New Proposal Redirects 10% of Staking Rewards to Fund Ethereum Ecosystem
CryptoPotato - At current staking levels, the proposal could channel as much as 76,000 ETH ($131.6 million) into ecosystem development.
Alphabet shares fell as investors worried about Google’s AI talent losses
Cryptopolitan - Alphabet (GOOG, GOOGL) is falling today because Wall Street is suddenly staring at three ugly things at once: Google is losing major AI people, rivals are getting louder in the AI race, and the company is spending eye-watering money to keep up. The stock fell by approximately 7 percent by the closing bell on Monday,...
Finland Convicts a Streamer of a Gambling Crime for Casino Promos
Bitcoin.com - A Finnish court fined streamer “Pottukoira” about $2,700 for promoting offshore casinos to local viewers, and ruled that prosecutors did not need to show he was ever paid – a rare criminal conviction as regulators worldwide tighten on influencer gambling ads. A rare criminal hit on a gambling influencer A district court in North Savo, […]
Strategy used $300 million of MSTR dilution to backstop its Bitcoin’s biggest buying machine
CryptoSlate - Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) raised $335.5 million by selling common stock last week, then placed almost 90% of the proceeds into cash rather than Bitcoin as the company moved to shore up the preferred securities financing its cryptocurrency purchases. The company sold about 2.71 million MSTR shares between June 15 and June 21 and added $300 […] The post Strategy used $300 million of MSTR dilution to backstop its Bitcoin’s biggest buying machine appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Comparing Bitcoin Giant Strategy to Terra Luna Is a STRC, Benchmark Says
Decrypt - The analysts underscored that Strategy's Stretch (STRC) can't technically lose its “peg.”
Schwab is launching S&P 500 binary options, opening prediction markets to its huge retail base
Cryptopolitan - Over the past two years, trade activity has increased 393 times in prediction markets. But a new trend is emerging: big businesses are beginning to manage these markets on their own. Charles Schwab and BetConstruct AI declared that they would launch “yes-or-no” event trading on their respective platforms that same day. This indicates that event-based...
Bitcoin Could Rally if Fed Keeps Rates Steady, Grayscale Says
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s recent underperformance relative to equities has coincided with rising Federal Reserve rate expectations, and Grayscale Investments argues bitcoin could narrow that gap if policymakers hold off on rate hikes. Fed Policy Expectations Drive Divergence Across Markets Grayscale Investments is tying bitcoin’s lag behind equities to a repricing of Federal Reserve policy, arguing that bitcoin […]
Franklin Templeton launches dedicated crypto division after closing 250 Digital acquisition
CoinTelegraph - The new unit arrives amid rapid growth in tokenized assets, with Franklin Templeton's onchain product suite expanding from roughly $768 million to more than $2.5 billion over the past year.
Fomo Hits $550M Valuation After Closing $75M Series B Round
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Fomo just raised $75 million. The social trading and token discovery platform closed a Series B round that pushed its… Read the original on Fomo Hits $550M Valuation After Closing $75M Series B Round. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Tom Lee and Joe Lubin Push New Ethereum Initiative for Enhanced Institutional Use
BeInCrypto - Ethlabs launches as a nonprofit backed by Tom Lee and Joe Lubin to ready Ethereum for institutional adoption at scale. The post Tom Lee and Joe Lubin Push New Ethereum Initiative for Enhanced Institutional Use appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Google is investing about $75 million in indie studio A24
Cryptopolitan - Google is buying a piece of independent film studio A24, joining forces with the company behind recent box-office winners “Backrooms” and “Marty Supreme” to work on artificial intelligence for the movie business. People familiar with the deal told WSJ that Google is spending around $75 million on A24. The Alphabet unit already has a huge...
BitMine, Sharplink, Joe Lubin Back New Ethereum Research and Development Lab
Decrypt - Some of Ethereum's largest holders are coming together to fund a new research and development lab aimed at boosting the network and ETH.
New York, Maryland and Utah to hold primaries with crypto PAC money hanging over voters
CoinTelegraph - Crypto-backed PACs disclosed spending more than $8 million on media to support candidates in three US states, as some Maryland Democrats have called on one candidate to reject “outside spending from crypto billionaires.”
$1.8 Trillion Asset Manager Launches Crypto Division
U.Today - Traditional finance titan Franklin Templeton is no longer just toying with digital assets. Traditional finance titan Franklin Templeton is no longer just toying with digital assets.
Google Warns AI Consciousness Debate Could Become a Political Battleground
Decrypt - A new paper from Google DeepMind argues that disagreements over whether AI is conscious could spill into politics, law, and public institutions.
Kucoin Plugs Into Argentina’s Transferencias 3.0, Bringing Crypto to QR Checkouts
Bitcoin.com - Kucoin has expanded its digital payment system into Argentina and Peru, integrating crypto and stablecoins directly into local quick response (QR)-code payment networks. Merging Crypto With Regional QR Systems Cryptocurrency platform Kucoin announced on June 22 the expansion of its digital payment system into Argentina and Peru, integrating crypto and stablecoins directly into the regional […]
Japan's Fugu Ultra AI routes around export controls and rivals top AI models
Cryptopolitan - Sakana AI launched Fugu, a multi-agent AI system claiming benchmark parity with Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos Preview.
'Find My Secret Document': Ethereum Co-Founder Buterin Puts AI to Test
U.Today - Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is putting the limits of artificial intelligence and online privacy to the test. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is putting the limits of artificial intelligence and online privacy to the test.
Ethereum MEV Bot JaredFromSubway Threatens Legal Action After $7.5 Million Loss
Decrypt - The well-known trading bot took a hit this weekend after it fell victim to a series of transactions that left its logic exposed.
Andy Burnham emerges as UK Prime Minister favorite, sparking crypto industry hopes for policy reset
CryptoSlate - Keir Starmer’s decision to step down as UK prime minister has opened a race for Downing Street just as Britain enters the final stages of building one of its most consequential financial regulatory frameworks in years. On June 22, Starmer said that he would remain in office until Labour selects a successor, ending a premiership […] The post Andy Burnham emerges as UK Prime Minister favorite, sparking crypto industry hopes for policy reset appeared first on CryptoSlate.
The Studio Behind 'Ex Machina' Is Now Researching AI With Google
Decrypt - Google is investing $75 million in A24 as part of a new AI research initiative focused on filmmaking tools.
Franklin Templeton Bets Bigger on Crypto After Major Acquisition
BeInCrypto - Franklin Templeton completed its acquisition of 250 Digital on June 22, 2026, formally launching Franklin Crypto as its dedicated active digital asset management division. The $1.78 trillion asset manager is integrating crypto-native active strategies with its institutional infrastructure to meet growing demand from large investors. Acquisition Closes with Targeted Integration The deal transfers the full The post Franklin Templeton Bets Bigger on Crypto After Major Acquisition appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Andrew Cuomo to lead joint TradFi-crypto venture between OKX and Intercontinental Exchange
CoinTelegraph - The venture is subject to regulatory approvals but will be co-chaired by ICE and former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who began working with OKX in 2023.
Bitmine Nears 5% of Ethereum Supply in Bold Reserve Move
cryptoDNES - Bitmine holds 5.67M ETH, reaching 94% of its 'Alchemy of 5%' goal. The company generates $223M in annual staking revenue via its MAVAN network. The post Bitmine Nears 5% of Ethereum Supply in Bold Reserve Move appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
5 Cryptocurrencies That Could Explode in the Next Bull Run: 3 AIs Give Surprising Answers
CryptoPotato - SOL is the "easiest pick," ChatGPT said.
Micron Stock Jumps 5% on Anthropic AI Deal Ahead of Earnings
BeInCrypto - Micron stock jumped nearly 5% after a strategic AI deal with Anthropic landed two days before its earnings report. The post Micron Stock Jumps 5% on Anthropic AI Deal Ahead of Earnings appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin price rebounds to $65K as oil falls, but US market data still blocks the all-clear
CryptoSlate - DXY near 101 and the 10-year yield near 4.5% keep the reclaim in test mode. The post Bitcoin price rebounds to $65K as oil falls, but US market data still blocks the all-clear appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Tom Lee’s BitMine Adds $92 Million in Ethereum, Hits 4.7% of Total Supply
Decrypt - The leading Ethereum treasury firm inched closer to its goal of accumulating 5% of the ETH circulating supply.
Morning Minute: Bitcoin at $65,000 as Iran Deal Wobbles
Decrypt - Macro uncertainty, STRC finding a new low and another $227M in ETF outflows weren't enough to keep Bitcoin down over the past week.
Best Crypto to Buy Today as Bitcoin Continues to Range
99Bitcoins - Bitcoin trades at $63,917 after a macro-driven flush. Here's where support and resistance sit, what the RSI signals, and which early-stage Bitcoin infrastructure project has raised over $32M in presale. The post Best Crypto to Buy Today as Bitcoin Continues to Range appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Technical Aspects Quietly Improve, but These Hurdles Remain
CryptoPotato - Ethereum has staged a notable recovery after its sharp selloff toward the $1.5K region earlier this month. While the broader market structure remains bearish on the higher timeframe, buyers have managed to defend a major demand zone and are now attempting to build a short-term recovery. At the same time, derivatives data shows improving buying […]
JD Vance Reveals 7 Iran Negotiation Bombshells, Bitcoin Reclaims $65,000 But Oil Falls
BeInCrypto - Bitcoin reclaimed $65,000 after Vance said Iran agreed to nuclear inspections, as Iranian outlets disputed the account. The post JD Vance Reveals 7 Iran Negotiation Bombshells, Bitcoin Reclaims $65,000 But Oil Falls appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ethereum Proposes Redirecting Validator Rewards to Fund Network Development
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Ethereum is looking to dip into validator pockets. A governance proposal is circulating within the community: redirect a portion of… Read the original on Ethereum Proposes Redirecting Validator Rewards to Fund Network Development. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Social trading platform Fomo raises $75M, reaches $550M valuation
CoinTelegraph - The Series B round values the social trading and token discovery platform at $550 million as crypto venture funding remains active in 2026.
Strategy adds $300M to USD Reserve, acquires 520 BTC
CoinTelegraph - Michael Saylor’s Strategy boosted its USD Reserve to $1.4 billion and added 520 Bitcoin, funded through $335.5 million in MSTR share sales.
Bitmine Buys 52K ETH as Tom Lee Believes the Best Years for Crypto Are Still Ahead
CryptoPotato - The company is 94% of the way of owning 5% of Ethereum's total supply.
Strategy Acquires 520 BTC as Michael Saylor Boosts Reserves
cryptoDNES - Strategy founder Michael Saylor announces the purchase of 520 BTC for $35M, bringing total holdings to 847,363 BTC alongside a $1.4B cash reserve. The post Strategy Acquires 520 BTC as Michael Saylor Boosts Reserves appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
EUR trading accounts for 1% of Binance spot volume, CryptoQuant says
CoinTelegraph - Euro-denominated trading accounts for around 1% of Binance's spot volume, according to CryptoQuant data, as the exchange faces uncertainty ahead of MiCA's July 1 deadline.
Strategy Buys More Bitcoin but Turns Attention to USD Reserve With $300M Injection
CryptoPotato - The decline in the amount of BTC purchase comes amid growing criticism against the company's STRC.
Bitcoin ETFs Bleed a Record $6.35 Billion, but the Selling Wave May Be Fading
CoinPaprika - US spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded a $6.35 billion net outflow over 30 days, their largest on record. Galaxy Research ranked the redemption first across all 582 rolling 30-day windows it tracks.
These XRP price charts hint at potential 25% relief rally in July
CoinTelegraph - An XRP death cross and liquidation signals align for a possible 25% relief rally in the short term, while one analyst eyes a longer-term rebound toward $8.
Michael Saylor Orange Dots Pattern Points to Third Straight Strategy Bitcoin Buy
99Bitcoins - Michael Saylor's Orange Dots post hints at a third consecutive weekly Bitcoin purchase as US-Iran talks push BTC back above $64,000. The post Michael Saylor Orange Dots Pattern Points to Third Straight Strategy Bitcoin Buy appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Charles Schwab prediction market partnership with Cboe to take traders away from Polymarket, Kalshi
CryptoSlate - WSJ says Schwab is working with Cboe on S&P 500 prediction-style products, while Cboe's Mini-SPX materials show how Wall Street can package yes-or-no trades inside listed options. The post Charles Schwab prediction market partnership with Cboe to take traders away from Polymarket, Kalshi appeared first on CryptoSlate.
New ETF Turns Stock Dividends Into Bitcoin DCA: Bitcoin Microtransactions Explode
99Bitcoins - Franklin Templeton's two new Bitcoin DRIP ETFs would automatically convert US stock dividends into BTC exposure — here's exactly how the mechanism works. The post New ETF Turns Stock Dividends Into Bitcoin DCA: Bitcoin Microtransactions Explode appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
ETH stakers could see rewards cut as Ethereum fights to fund its future
CryptoSlate - Ethereum core contributors are debating a structural overhaul that could redirect Ethereum staking rewards toward ecosystem development. The protocol-level proposal seeks to solve a persistent coordination failure of funding public goods within the broader Ethereum ecosystem. Open-source security tools, client upgrades, and network maintenance benefit all users, but financial support often falls short because participants […] The post ETH stakers could see rewards cut as Ethereum fights to fund its future appeared first on CryptoSlate.
US dollar strength hits highest since May 2025: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin faced a resurgent US dollar index and macro hurdles as it circled $64,000, but July seasonality could spark BTC price relief.
Lithium Futures Slide in China on Speculation Over CATL Mine Status
Binance News - Chinese lithium futures have fallen about 9% over the past two days on unconfirmed speculation that one of the world’s biggest lithium mines may restart soon, according to Bloomberg.
South Korea’s FIU Calls for Broader Crypto Transfer Reporting Rules in FATF Talks
Binance News - South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) is urging wider reporting requirements for cryptocurrency transfers during discussions with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), citing concerns about offshore risks and inconsistent enforcement of anti-money laundering (AML) standards across jurisdictions. According to Cointelegraph, the FIU raised the issue in the context of FATF talks, arguing that gaps in global compliance and uneven application of AML rules can create vulnerabilities when crypto assets move across borders. The FIU’s position centers on the view that current reporting frameworks may not sufficiently capture risks tied to offshore activity, particularly when ...
SpaceX Shares Set to Fall Again as US Market Reopens
Binance News - SpaceX shares fell as much as 4.6% in premarket trading on Monday as US markets reopened after a public holiday. According to Bloomberg, the move put the stock on track for a third straight decline.
WhiteBIT Receives Austrian MiCA License for EEA Crypto Services
CoinPaprika - Austria's Financial Market Authority granted WhiteBIT EU a license under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation on 19 June 2026. The authorization lets the exchange offer regulated crypto services across the European Economic Area.
South Korea pushes Travel Rule expansion for smaller crypto transfers
CoinTelegraph - South Korea’s FIU is calling for broader crypto transfer reporting rules during FATF talks, citing offshore risks and uneven global AML enforcement.
AI TRENDS | Amazon Reportedly Considers Expanding AWS Trainium Chips Beyond AWS
Binance News - Amazon is reportedly considering expanding access to its AWS Trainium AI processors beyond its own AWS cloud platform, as its custom chip business generates around $50 billion every year. According to NS3.AI, AWS controls about 28% of global cloud market share, a position that could allow Amazon to bundle AI chips with its cloud services. The report did not provide further details on timing or how such an expansion would be implemented.
Australian Spot Power Price Jumps on Still and Cloudy Weather
Binance News - A key spot price in Australia’s electricity market jumped as calm conditions curbed wind turbine output. In the second sentence, according to Bloomberg, the move highlighted weather’s growing role as a driver of power market volatility.
Godiva Japan Said to Seek Extension on $464 Million LBO Loan
Binance News - Godiva Japan Inc. is in talks with its banking syndicate to extend the repayment deadline on its $464 million leveraged buyout loan. According to Bloomberg, the chocolate maker is seeking the extension as it struggles in the major Asian market, people familiar with the matter said.
Schiff: Real Estate Doesn't Need Bitcoin
U.Today - Financial commentator and gold advocate Peter Schiff has publicly slammed real estate mogul Grant Cardone's new $87.5 million initiative to integrate Bitcoin into property investments. Financial commentator and gold advocate Peter Schiff has publicly slammed real estate mogul Grant Cardone's new $87.5 million initiative to integrate Bitcoin into property investments.
SNDKB Reaching a New All-Time High, Increase of 1.15% in 24 Hours
Binance News - On Jun 22, 2026, 08:51 AM(UTC). according to Binance Market Data, SNDKB has achieved a new all-time high, trading at 2,271.72 USDT. The 24-hour increase of 1.15%
MUB Reaching a New All-Time High, Increase of 2.37% in 24 Hours
Binance News - On Jun 22, 2026, 08:51 AM(UTC). according to Binance Market Data, MUB has achieved a new all-time high, trading at 1,172.75 USDT. The 24-hour increase of 2.37%
JD.com Open-Sources Real-Time Video Vision-Language Interaction Model JoyAI-VL-Interaction
Binance News - JD.com has open-sourced its real-time video vision-language interaction model, JoyAI-VL-Interaction, according to 36Kr. The company said it is the world’s first fully open-source, full-stack interaction model and system, and that it has received day-0 native support from vLLM-Omni.
CATL Unit Sets Up Zhuhai Runkai New Energy With RMB 3.19 Million Capital
Binance News - Zhuhai Runkai New Energy Co., Ltd. was recently established with registered capital of RMB 3.19 million and legal representative Zhang Yu, according to 36Kr. Tianyancha information shows the company’s business scope includes solar power generation technology services, engineering and technology R&D and testing, and emerging energy technology development, and it is wholly owned by CATL subsidiary Times Green Energy Co., Ltd.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Calls for Cheaper AI Models and Greater User Control
Binance News - Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella urged the industry to change what he described as an AI large-model race dominated by a small number of companies, calling for a shift toward cheaper models, stronger user control, and narratives that can earn public trust, according to 36Kr. Nadella said his vision is for businesses and consumers to have more freedom to choose among different AI systems rather than relying on a handful of dominant suppliers.
Microsoft 365 Copilot App To Auto-Install on Eligible Windows PCs With Microsoft 365 Desktop Apps
Binance News - Microsoft confirmed in an update to its admin center that the Microsoft 365 Copilot app will be automatically installed on eligible Windows PCs that already have Microsoft 365 desktop applications installed, according to 36Kr. Some users said the Copilot component has been reappearing in their Office suites even when they do not actively use it. Microsoft said organizations that do not want the Microsoft 365 Copilot app to automatically appear on devices will need to opt out via administrative settings.
Whale Opens $8 Million Long Position in xyz:MRVL and Holds $5.38 Million Long in xyz:SPCX
Binance News - A whale address opened a long position in xyz:MRVL worth about $8 million over the past eight hours on June 22. According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, Hyperinsight monitoring showed the position was opened at $313.8 with a liquidation level near $264. The same address also holds a long position in xyz:SPCX valued at about $5.38 million, with an average entry price of $204.65 and a liquidation price of $137. The whale address was identified as 0x519c721de735f7c9e6146d167852e60d60496a47. ...
STOCKS | Hang Seng, HSCEI Fall for Fourth Day; Haiching Zhiyuan Jumps 271% on Debut
Binance News - Hong Kong stocks narrowed losses but the Hang Seng Index and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index closed down for a fourth straight session, while the Hang Seng Tech Index fell for a second day, according to Ming Pao, after all three benchmarks hit their lowest levels in more than a year in morning trade. Ming Pao said oil prices turned lower as U.S.-Iran talks made stop-start progress and were expected to continue technical-level negotiations this week, while U.S. stock index futures pared declines and Nasdaq futures turned higher. In Asia, Japan’s market rose more than 1% and Taiwan’s market gained more than 2%; mainland China’s A-shares reversed higher in the afternoon and ...
Babcock CEO Says Firm Is Well Placed to Withstand Political Turmoil
Binance News - Babcock International Group Plc is well positioned to weather political turbulence at home and abroad because of its focus on readiness and support alongside warship production, according to Bloomberg, citing comments from the defense firm’s chief executive officer.
JPMorgan Expects Zhipu to Release GLM-5.5 in August With Over 1 Trillion Parameters
Binance News - JPMorgan forecast in a research note that Zhipu will release its next-generation flagship model, GLM-5.5, in August, with parameter counts potentially exceeding 1 trillion. According to ChainCatcher, Zhipu open-sourced the GLM-5.2 model in mid-June with total parameters of 744 billion. The report said the upcoming trillion-parameter model release will be a key indicator for assessing whether Zhipu can continue advancing its technical trajectory, noting GLM-5.2 has performed strongly across multiple long-horizon ...
GEOPOLITICS | Iranian Crude Exports Via Hormuz Rise to Highest Since War Began
Binance News - Iran has increased the amount of crude it ships openly through the Strait of Hormuz to the highest level since the war began. According to Bloomberg, the rise comes as shipping activity picks up while Tehran and Washington seek a lasting peace deal.
French, German Governments to Hold Equal Stakes in KNDS
Binance News - The German and French governments are set to hold equal stakes in KNDS NV as the defense company prepares for an initial public offering in the near future. In a move aimed at balancing control, according to Bloomberg, the arrangement would put the two governments on the same footing in one of Europe’s most important defense companies.
Crypto News: Japanese Pension Fund Plans First Crypto Allocation — 1% Move Signals Shifting Institutional Attitudes in Japan
Binance News - A Japanese corporate pension fund serving approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized businesses is planning to allocate roughly 1% of its assets to cryptocurrency during fiscal year 2026 — a milestone for institutional crypto adoption in Japan, where pension funds have historically maintained conservative, yen-heavy investment profiles. According to Nikkei, the Nationwide Business Corporate Pension Fund, based in Okayama, will invest through a passive fund managed by an unnamed major hedge fund that holds multiple crypto assets. The pension fund manages approximately 21.3 billion yen in assets — roughly $130 million — meaning the 1% allocation would represent approximately 213 million yen, or about $1.3 million, ...
Tsuyoshi Ueno Expects Japan’s 10-Year Bond Yield to Rise Above 2.7% Within Three Months
Binance News - Japan’s 10-year government bond yield is expected to climb above 2.7% over the next three months, according to Tsuyoshi Ueno, an economist at the NLI Research Institute. According to Odaily, Ueno said the outlook is driven by concerns that a planned consumption tax cut could further worsen Japan’s fiscal condition. Ueno added that markets are also worried the Bank of Japan may fall behind in responding to inflation, which could also push government bond yields higher.
Prediction Market Open Interest Hits Record $1.48 Billion in Week Ending June 15
Binance News - Prediction market open interest climbed to a record $1.48 billion in the week ending June 15, about a sixfold increase over the past year. According to BeInCrypto, a16z crypto said it was the second consecutive weekly peak, with Kalshi and Polymarket accounting for most of the total, while Opinion, Limitless, and Myriad lagged. Dune data showed weekly fees hit a record $76.8 million and active users rose to an all-time high of 426,975, while total notional volume reached $12.2 billion, including $5.8 billion in sports markets tied to the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Binance Futures to Launch 7 USDT-M Perpetual Contracts Tracking LRCX, KLAC, and Other Traditional Assets
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, Binance Futures will launch seven USDⓈ-M perpetual contracts on 2026-06-22, adding LRCXUSDT, KLACUSDT, ALABUSDT, SMCIUSDT, CIENUSDT, KORUUSDT, and SONYUSDT at scheduled times from 2026-06-22 13:30 (UTC) through 2026-06-22 14:00 (UTC). The contracts are designed to track the prices of specific underlying equities or an ETF: Lam Research Corporation Common Stock (Nasdaq: LRCX), KLA Corporation Common Stock (Nasdaq: KLAC), Astera Labs, Inc. Common Stock (Nasdaq: ALAB), Super Micro Computer, Inc. Common Stock (Nasdaq: SMCI), Ciena Corporation Common Stock (NYSE: CIEN), Direxion Daily South Korea Bull 3X ETF (NYSE Arca: KORU), and Sony Group Corporation American Depositary Shares (NYSE: SONY). ...
Escrivá Says ECB Must Watch Oil-Driven Wage Pressures
Binance News - European Central Bank Governing Council member Jose Luis Escrivá said the ECB must monitor any knock-on impact on wages from higher oil and commodity prices linked to the Middle East conflict. In comments reported by Bloomberg, Escrivá said policymakers need to remain vigilant about how those price increases could feed into wage dynamics.
Market News: Gold Braces for a Data-Dependent Week — Core PCE Could Trigger a Test of $4,000
Binance News - Gold is expected to remain volatile next week as investors await the release of the US core personal consumption expenditures price index — the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge — for clues about the central bank's rate path following this week's hawkish dot plot, according to market analysts cited by Jinshi on June 20. Why core PCE is the key event "With the Fed now appearing more adaptable to changing circumstances and increasingly sensitive to upcoming inflation data, every important economic data release will have an impact, but the core PCE will be a key event for both the gold and interest rate markets, and next week will be highly data-dependent," ...
Chinese Backing Lifts African E-Mobility Startup Spiro Toward Unicorn Valuation
Binance News - Chinese investor NewTrails Capital will invest $55 million into African electric mobility startup Spiro, helping boost the company’s valuation. In the deal, according to Bloomberg, Spiro is nearing unicorn status.
South Korea’s June Storage Semiconductor Exports Seen at $38B to $42B
Binance News - South Korea’s storage semiconductor exports in June are expected to total between $38 billion and $42 billion. According to NS3.AI, Korea Customs Service statistics showed that exports of major storage products had exceeded $23 billion as of June 20. The figures indicate strong outbound shipments for the month, based on the customs data and the projected June range.
AI | Odd Lots: Grace Shao on How Chinese AI Is Different
Binance News - China’s AI industry has changed since DeepSeek released a cheap frontier model last year that briefly sent US tech stocks falling. According to Bloomberg, after being locked out of the most advanced chips, Chinese companies are now allowed to buy some Nvidia H200s, and big firms such as Baidu are pushing to become full-stack players with their own chips, models and cloud infrastructure.
Weekend Crypto Markets Drift Quietly Into New Week
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Crypto markets spent the weekend in a holding pattern with very little price action across major assets. Bitcoin remained pinned… Read the original on Weekend Crypto Markets Drift Quietly Into New Week. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
South Korea’s June Memory Chip Exports Rise on AI Demand and Supply Shortages, Analysts Say
Binance News - South Korea’s June memory semiconductor export value and unit prices rose, driven by AI-related demand and supply shortages, according to analysts. According to Odaily, Citrini analyst jukan said on X that trade statistics from the Korea Customs Service show total exports of major memory products exceeded $23 billion as of June 20, 2026, surpassing 60% of May’s full-month total of $37.16 billion. Based on recent monthly growth in HBM, NAND, and SSD shipments, June memory semiconductor exports are projected at $38 billion to $42 billion, exceeding ...
Southern Water Secures £300 Million Equity as Asterion Joins Macquarie
Binance News - Southern Water Ltd. secured a final £300 million equity tranche from new shareholder Asterion, reaching its £1.2 billion ($1.6 billion) equity-raise target to fund major network upgrades. According to Bloomberg, the investment brings Asterion in alongside Macquarie as a shareholder in the UK water utility.
Korea Watchdog Chief Regrets Single-Stock Leveraged ETF Launch
Binance News - South Korea’s top financial regulator said he regrets not blocking the launch of leveraged exchange-traded funds tracking single stocks, warning their negative side effects have grown significantly. In remarks cited by local media, according to Bloomberg, the watchdog chief said the products’ adverse impacts have increased.
South Korea’s FSS Considers Separate Stabilization Measures for Single-Stock Leveraged ETFs
Binance News - South Korea’s Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) is considering separate stabilization measures for single-stock leveraged ETFs, citing sustained retail demand for high-risk products, FSS Governor Lee Chan-jin said at a Monday press conference, according to 36Kr. Lee said the side effects of single-stock leveraged ETFs are increasingly worsening. Lee also said the FSS is investigating an incident involving Mirae Asset’s failed allocation of shares related to a SpaceX IPO product, aiming to prevent similar problems and protect investors.
STOCKS | A-Share Trading Turnover Expands, With 49 Stocks Exceeding 10 Billion Yuan on June 22
Binance News - A-share market trading turnover expanded further on June 22, with 49 A-share stocks posting turnover above 10 billion yuan. According to Odaily, Zhongji Innolight and GigaDevice Semiconductor each recorded turnover above 30 billion yuan.
Unpopular Opinion: Bitcoin Faces Relentless Headwinds, Yet It Refuses to Break
CryptoPotato - Is BTC doing a lot better than most think?
Tezos Jumps 20% After Network Upgrade Cuts Fees and Speeds Transactions
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Tezos just moved. The token surged 20% following its latest network upgrade, and the market noticed fast. The upgrade is… Read the original on Tezos Jumps 20% After Network Upgrade Cuts Fees and Speeds Transactions. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Iranian Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf Leads Delegation Back From Switzerland, Iranian Media Report
Binance News - An Iranian delegation led by Iranian Islamic Consultative Assembly Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has left Switzerland and returned to Iran, Iranian media reported on the 22nd. According to Odaily, the report did not provide further details.
World Cup Day Eleven: Yamal Dazzles as Spain Roar Back, Salah Ends Egypt's 92-Year Wait, and Cape Verde Stun Uruguay Again
Binance News - Sunday's four Group G and H fixtures delivered drama at every turn: Spain swept aside Saudi Arabia to announce themselves as genuine title contenders, Mohamed Salah wrote his long-awaited World Cup story against New Zealand, Cape Verde produced yet another stunning result by holding Uruguay, and Belgium stumbled to a goalless draw with Iran — finishing with ten men — to leave their knockout hopes on a knife's edge.Spain were electric in Atlanta, dismantling Saudi Arabia 4–0 in a display that instantly erased memories of their drab opening draw with Cape Verde. Lamine Yamal, returning from a hamstring injury, needed just ten minutes to open the scoring, sliding in at the far post to convert Mikel Oyarzabal's delivery — only Pelé has scored a World Cup opener at a younger ...
PRECIOUS METALS | Hong Kong to Launch New Gold Clearing System in July, Bloomberg Reports
Binance News - Hong Kong will launch a new gold clearing system in July, according to Ming Pao, citing Bloomberg and people familiar with the matter. The report said that among the 11 banks participating in the system, at least four are said to be importing large gold bars.
Crypto Market Cap Slides to $2.21T Amid Geopolitical Tension
cryptoDNES - The total crypto market cap fell to $2.21 trillion as geopolitical volatility involving Iran impacts risk assets like Bitcoin and XRP. The post Crypto Market Cap Slides to $2.21T Amid Geopolitical Tension appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin's Network Is Busier Than Almost Ever — But 80% of Transactions Are Worth Less Than $630
Binance News - Bitcoin's network activity is surging toward all-time highs even as the asset itself trades nearly 50% below its October 2025 peak of $126,080. The divergence is striking — but CryptoQuant's explanation is precise: the activity is protocol-driven, not economically-driven, and the two are not the same thing.What the Network Activity Data Actually ShowsAccording to CryptoQuant, Bitcoin network activity has been steadily rising since January 2026 and recently reached its highest level since late 2024 — now sitting just 7% below the all-time high recorded in September 2024. Total and daily average transaction counts have hit near-record highs, marking the first positive activity regime since mid-2024. "This above-trend reading has been sustained for ...
European Gas Rises After Rocky Start to US-Iran Peace Talks
Binance News - European natural gas edged higher after talks between the US and Iran appeared to get off to a shaky start. According to Bloomberg, US President Donald Trump issued fresh threats even as discussions on a peace deal proceed.
STOCKS | Liuliu Mei Shares Rise 13.06% to 156 Hong Kong Dollars After Hitting Record 165
Binance News - Liuliu Mei (06658.HK) shares rose as much as 13.06% intraday, reaching 165 Hong Kong dollars, a record high. According to Odaily, the stock later traded at 156 Hong Kong dollars.
Bond Traders Get Single View of UK Trading Activity Data
Binance News - Bond investors gained access to a single stream of UK trading data after a transparency initiative that’s been years in the making went live. In a move aimed at improving market transparency, according to Bloomberg, the change provides a consolidated view of trading activity in the UK bond market.
Chinese Steel Market Seen Entering Long Plateau After Property Crash
Binance News - China’s steel market is facing a prolonged demand slowdown rather than a sharp collapse as the property downturn deepens. According to Bloomberg, experts at an industry conference last week said weaker construction demand is increasingly being offset by manufacturing activity and exports.