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Bitcoin surges past $62K as whales buy 270K BTC; Metaplanet adds 2,823 BTC; halving approaches.
AI Researchers Got Chatbots to Share Cocaine Recipes Using This One Wild Trick
Decrypt - Researchers say a new jailbreak technique tricked AI models into treating attacker-written text as their own reasoning, bypassing safety guardrails and exposing a deeper security flaw.
Euroclear Sues in Brussels to Block Moscow Court Ruling on $232 Billion in Russian Assets
Bitcoin.com - Euroclear, one of the largest European clearinghouses, argues that the trial it faced in Russia, where courts ordered it to release nearly $232 billion in blocked assets, was unfair. Euroclear fears that some of its assets in international jurisdictions might be affected. Euroclear Introduces Lawsuit Against the Central Bank of Russia in $231.5 Billion Showdown […]
XRP Ledger Needs 80% Validator Consensus to Unlock Institutional Credit Layer
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Ripple wants to turn the XRP Ledger into a full credit infrastructure. Two proposed amendments — XLS-65 and XLS-66 —… Read the original on XRP Ledger Needs 80% Validator Consensus to Unlock Institutional Credit Layer. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Polygon posts record 743M transactions in strong Q2 2026 showing
Cryptopolitan - Polygon just closed the second quarter of 2026 with 743 million transactions, breaking the network’s all-time record with a 160% increase from the same period last year. The news was confirmed by Blockworks and Polygon team member Abhinav Sharma earlier today. Payments infrastructure driving the numbers The milestone summarizes a successful quarter for Polygon after...
Metaplanet Buys 2,823 Bitcoin, Raising Treasury to 43,000 BTC
CoinPaprika - Metaplanet purchased 2,823 bitcoin, lifting its total treasury to 43,000 BTC worth about $2.6 billion. The Tokyo-listed firm is now the third-largest publicly traded bitcoin holder, behind Strategy and Twenty One Capital.
Bitcoin Pushes Above $62,000 After Whales Add 270,000 BTC, Forcing $130M in Short Losses
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin rebounded to a daily high of $62,137, marking a 3% 24-hour gain and establishing a bright start to July after bouncing off a recent low of $57,735. Liquidations Flip the Script on Derivatives On Thursday, bitcoin logged further marginal gains, briefly breaching the $62,000 threshold and widening the gap from a year-to-date low of […]
Microsoft is investing $2.5 billion in a new AI business, Microsoft Frontier Company
Cryptopolitan - Microsoft launched Microsoft Frontier Company on Thursday, a new operating business dedicated to embedding engineers and industry experts directly inside client organizations.
Tesla delivers 480,000 vehicles in Q2 but BYD keeps the global EV crown
Cryptopolitan - Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) surpassed Wall Street’s sales expectations and shipped 480,126 vehicles in the second quarter of 2026. The EV company shipped 74,000 more units than expected but still failed to outsell BYD. That relative underperformance could be part of the reason the EV maker’s stock has failed to follow the positive news it delivered...
Bitcoin price taps new July high above $62K on weak US jobs data
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin took daily gains to nearly 4% on the second day of "green July" as US labor-market signals supported an easing inflation policy from the Federal Reserve.
NVIDIA Unveils New AI Compute Model, But Michael Burry is Shorting Its Stock
BeInCrypto - NVIDIA is expanding its AI infrastructure business with a new model designed to accelerate the deployment of computing capacity across global cloud providers. The move arrives as Michael Burry increases bearish positions against NVIDIA, creating a sharp debate over AI growth prospects. What is NVIDIA’s New AI Compute Model NVIDIA’s new AI compute framework allows The post NVIDIA Unveils New AI Compute Model, But Michael Burry is Shorting Its Stock appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Cboe Bets on 100+ Corporate KPIs in Bold SEC Binary Options Push
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Cboe Global Markets wants to let traders bet on iPhone shipments. And Nvidia data center sales. And SpaceX revenue. The… Read the original on Cboe Bets on 100+ Corporate KPIs in Bold SEC Binary Options Push. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
RLUSD Share on XRP Ledger Hits 51%
U.Today - The supply of RLUSD on the XRP Ledger has surged significantly, as about 51–52% of all RLUSD in circulation is now on XRPL. The supply of RLUSD on the XRP Ledger has surged significantly, as about 51–52% of all RLUSD in circulation is now on XRPL.
Why a Hot July CPI Print Could Hit This Semiconductor Chip Hard
BeInCrypto - Arm Holdings (ARM) stock is up 194% this year. However, it has stalled and slipped since mid-June, and big investors are quietly selling. The reason is simple. Arm is the chip stock most exposed to rising interest rates. The next test comes on July 14, when new inflation data is due. A hot reading would The post Why a Hot July CPI Print Could Hit This Semiconductor Chip Hard appeared first on BeInCrypto.
RLUSD on XRP Surges 40-Fold
U.Today - Ripple’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, RLUSD, is migrating to the XRP Ledger (XRPL) at a remarkable pace, with on-chain volume surging 40-fold over the last six months alone. Ripple’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, RLUSD, is migrating to the XRP Ledger (XRPL) at a remarkable pace, with on-chain volume surging 40-fold over the last six months alone.
Bybit Card Launches in Peru: Seamless Spending with Up to 120 USDT in Rewards
DailyHODL - Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2nd July 2026, Chainwire The post Bybit Card Launches in Peru: Seamless Spending with Up to 120 USDT in Rewards appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
XRP Breakout Puts Short Sellers Within 20% of 'Max Pain' Level
U.Today - XRP price surge triggers a massive market squeeze, leaving short sellers just 20% away from the ultimate max pain liquidation level just above $1.3. XRP price surge triggers a massive market squeeze, leaving short sellers just 20% away from the ultimate max pain liquidation level just above $1.3.
FBI Director Kash Patel Violates STOCK Act with MicroStrategy
cryptoDNES - FBI Director Kash Patel failed to disclose a $100K-$250K MicroStrategy investment on time, sparking ethics concerns over the firm's DOJ contracts. The post FBI Director Kash Patel Violates STOCK Act with MicroStrategy appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Bitcoin Bull Saylor Claims MSTR Stock Beats Apple and Nvidia in Market Buzz
U.Today - Michael Saylor shares data showing MSTR crushing Big Tech's "Magnificent Seven" in market hype. Michael Saylor shares data showing MSTR crushing Big Tech's "Magnificent Seven" in market hype.
Report: FBI Director Kash Patel Sat on $250K Strategy Stock Buy for 6 Months
Bitcoin.com - FBI Director Kash Patel bought as much as $250,000 in Strategy stock last November and waited six months to tell federal ethics regulators about it, a NOTUS analysis details. Patel purchased between $100,001 and $250,000 worth of Strategy (MSTR), the business intelligence company that holds bitcoin on its balance sheet, on Nov. 21, 2025. He […]
Fed releases first data from the 2025 payments study
Atlas21 - The Federal Reserve's triennial study captures a system digitalising under state stewardship: whoever controls payment infrastructure data controls the currency. The post Fed releases first data from the 2025 payments study appeared first on Atlas21.
Hyperscale Data purchases 67 BTC, raising its holdings to 849 BTC
Cryptopolitan - Hyperscale Data Inc. (NYSE: $GPUS) has announced that it added 67 BTC to its balance sheet. The Las Vegas-based AI data center company said Thursday it purchased 67 BTC between June 30 and July 1, raising its total holdings to 849 BTC. The new record puts the company ahead of Ming Shing Group, Yueda Digital...
Bitcoin's Next Halving Now Fewer Than 100,000 Blocks Away
U.Today - Bitcoin's halving clock ticks below 100,000 blocks, with a potential date now being watched. Bitcoin's halving clock ticks below 100,000 blocks, with a potential date now being watched.
Wall Street is selling Bitcoin but the old holders are now buying it back
CryptoSlate - Glassnode's latest Week Onchain report shows that roughly 10.83 million BTC are now in the red, against 9.22 million still in profit. Loss-making supply now accounts for roughly 54% of the measured total, compared with 46% still in profit, meaning underwater coins exceed profitable coins by about 1.61 million BTC. Glassnode describes this as one […] The post Wall Street is selling Bitcoin but the old holders are now buying it back appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Metamask Launches Money Account With up to 4% APY and Mastercard Spending Access
Bitcoin.com - Metamask has launched Money Account, a self-custodial feature that lets users earn up to about 4% APY on mUSD while trading, sending, and spending from the same balance. Mastercard and Metamask Bring up to 4% APY Stablecoin Accounts to Everyday Payments Metamask is turning its wallet into something closer to a full financial account. The […]
Metaplanet Adds 2,823 Bitcoin in Q2 as Buying Pace Cools
Decrypt - The Japanese firm's 43,000-BTC stack now sits well below its cost basis, and it has leaned on debt over equity to keep buying.
Circle Stock Sinks 17% in One Day as 140 Firms Back Open USD
CoinPaprika - Circle shares fell 17% on 30 June 2026 after a consortium of more than 140 companies, including Stripe, Coinbase and BlackRock, unveiled Open USD, a stablecoin built to rival USDC. The new token shares reserve income and governance with partners rather than a single issuer.
Standard Chartered partners with Circle to launch direct USDC minting
Cryptopolitan - Standard Chartered has become the first globally systemically important bank to offer direct USDC minting and redemption. The bank announced Thursday it has partnered with Circle to allow institutional clients to mint and redeem USDC, without needing direct Circle accounts. Circle 🤝 Standard Chartered@StanChart has launched institutional USDC minting and redemption through DIFC, becoming the...
Euro Bond Yields Climb as ECB’s Sintra Stance Rattles Rate-Cut Bets
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Eurozone bond yields moved higher Friday. Central bankers at the Sintra summit made it pretty clear they’re not rushing to… Read the original on Euro Bond Yields Climb as ECB’s Sintra Stance Rattles Rate-Cut Bets. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Analysts look for return signals as retail traders stay out of crypto markets
Cryptopolitan - The activity of retail traders is at an all-time low on Binance. Retail in general is waiting in the sidelines, expecting to rejoin crypto if other markets offer lower returns.
Fundstrat’s Tom Lee Abruptly Lifts Year-End Target for S&P 500, Unveils Firm’s Five Favorite Sectors
DailyHODL - The head of research and co-founder of the investment management firm Fundstrat says the firm has set a higher year-end target for the S&P 500. Tom Lee says that six months after forecasting that the stock market index will end 2026 at 7,000, Fundstrat is now bullish that the S&P 500 will go higher and […] The post Fundstrat’s Tom Lee Abruptly Lifts Year-End Target for S&P 500, Unveils Firm’s Five Favorite Sectors appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Robinhood’s expanding crypto bet meets a faster-moving prediction market boom
CryptoSlate - Robinhood is pushing deeper into crypto infrastructure with the launch of its own blockchain network, tokenized stocks and decentralized lending products, even as one of its fastest-growing revenue opportunities may be forming outside crypto. On July 1, the brokerage launched the public mainnet for Robinhood Chain at a London event, marking its most direct move […] The post Robinhood’s expanding crypto bet meets a faster-moving prediction market boom appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Building an AI-Native Travel Ecosystem: Exclusive Interview With Staynex CEO Yuen Wong
Cryptopolitan - The global travel industry has long been divided: consumer platforms focus on discovery, while corporate systems prioritize rigid compliance. For years, legacy infrastructure kept these worlds separate, but artificial intelligence is beginning to bridge that divide. Social travel platform Staynex is building an AI-native ecosystem designed to support both retail and corporate travel natively. Following...
Metaplanet adds 2,823 BTC to its treasury, lifting holdings to 43,000
Cryptopolitan - Metaplanet has announced that it has purchased 2,823 Bitcoin, bringing its total corporate holdings to 43,000 BTC and placing the firm among the most active treasury buyers alongside Strategy and Strive. The Japanese company disclosed the purchase in a post on X on July 2, alongside a separate notice detailing the results of its Bitcoin...
Ripple CTO Emeritus Weighs Major XRP Ledger Transaction Change, but Sees Catch
U.Today - Ripple CTO Emeritus explains why one XRP Ledger upgrade might not be worth the risk. Ripple CTO Emeritus explains why one XRP Ledger upgrade might not be worth the risk.
UK Crypto Billionaire’s £100K Donation Cap Threatens Reform Party Funding
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Christopher Harborne is about to hit a wall. The UK government is pushing new legislation that would cap overseas political… Read the original on UK Crypto Billionaire’s £100K Donation Cap Threatens Reform Party Funding. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ethereum is splitting into three power centers and ETH treasury firms are paying for two
CryptoSlate - Ethereum Institutional announced its launch on July 1, folding a year of the Foundation's go-to-market work into a group pitching Ethereum to banks and asset managers on tokenization and stablecoins. Ethlabs, built by five former senior Ethereum Foundation (EF) researchers, surfaced days earlier with the goal of faster settlement and ETH's monetary case. Bitmine, Sharplink, […] The post Ethereum is splitting into three power centers and ETH treasury firms are paying for two appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Lummis defends CLARITY Act as Warren warns crypto bill could fuel illicit finance
Cryptopolitan - Wyoming’s Senator Cynthia Lummis countered Senator Elizabeth Warren’s recent criticisms of the Clarity Act. She pointed to more than 16 statutory safeguards to refute claims that the bill creates loopholes for illicit finance. The latest clash comes as lawmakers continue negotiations on the Senate version of the crypto market structure bill, with supporters pushing to...
The new MiCA era
Cryptopolitan - On July 1, 2024, MiCA came into force across the European Economic Area. It established a regulatory perimeter for digital asset custody, capital adequacy, and consumer protection. Within 24 hours, the market absorbed what this meant: the EEA would optimize for institutional accountability and consumer protection in digital asset services. Capital routes accordingly. But MiCA...
MetaMask Launches Money Account With Up to 4% Annual Yield on mUSD
CoinPaprika - MetaMask launched Money Account on June 30, offering up to 4% variable annual yield on its mUSD stablecoin. The self-custodial account, built on the Monad blockchain, combines earning, spending through the MetaMask Card, and trading in one balance.
Kirsty Cooper Chairs FCA Listing Authority Panel as Woodman and Hammerstein Stay On
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Kirsty Cooper is now running the Financial Conduct Authority’s Listing Authority Advisory Panel. Her appointment as Chair took effect July… Read the original on Kirsty Cooper Chairs FCA Listing Authority Panel as Woodman and Hammerstein Stay On. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ethereum Foundation makes its biggest pitch to governments yet
Cryptopolitan - The Ethereum Foundation released a policy guide, outlining that Ethereum is to be classified as a neutral public infrastructure where both governments and institutions can turn for their needs. This could affect how all regulators around the world may see and interact with all public blockchains in general, and particularly with the tokens that operate on...
OpenAI weighs 5% stake for US government amid Trump talks: FT
CoinTelegraph - OpenAI has reportedly discussed giving the US government a 5% equity stake in early Trump administration talks as Washington tightens AI model oversight.
Metaplanet Adds 2,823 Bitcoin, But Still Needs 57,000 BTC to Hit 2026 Target
CryptoPotato - The Tokyo-listed company expanded its Bitcoin treasury to 43,000 BTC even as its shares remain down nearly 49% this year.
Google Says EU Court Ruling Overlooked Investment Needed to Keep Android Open
Binance News - Google said a ruling by the European Union’s top court failed to recognize the investment required to keep the Android operating system’s market open. According to Jin10, the company argued that the decision did not adequately acknowledge the resources needed to maintain Android’s openness.
Yen Jumps Suddenly Against Dollar as Traders Watch for Possible Japan Intervention
Binance News - The Japanese yen suddenly jumped against the U.S. dollar on Thursday, prompting traders to stay alert for possible intervention by Japanese authorities to support the currency. According to Jin10, it was unclear what triggered the market move and whether Japanese authorities entered the market to intervene. The size of the move appeared smaller than the swings seen after several previous rounds of intervention. ...
XRP Rises 2% Near $1.05, but Holder Buying Sinks 11%
Binance News - XRP rose about 2% to trade near $1.05 on July 2, but signs of weakening demand are building. According to BeInCrypto, volume has been lighter since June 26 and RSI sits at 37.97, with a developing hidden bearish divergence that would confirm if XRP fails to reclaim its swing high around $1.069 and closes lower. On-chain data shows HODLer Net Position Change fell about 11% to 213.6 million XRP on July 1 from roughly 239.3 million XRP on June 30. Futures positioning also cooled, with open interest down about 11% from $865.52 million on June 23 to $766.32 million now, while funding stayed negative.
F2Pool Co-Founder Wang Chun Deposits 16,842 ETH and 60 WBTC to a CEX
Binance News - F2Pool co-founder Wang Chun deposited 16,842 ETH and 60 WBTC into a CEX (centralized exchange) on July 2. According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, the transfer was monitored by Onchain Lens. Data cited in the report also showed that since May 26, the same address has withdrawn a cumulative 91,945 ETH and 973 WBTC from a CEX.
U.S. President Donald Trump Takes First Flight on Qatar-Gifted Air Force One on July 1
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump took his first flight on a new Air Force One aircraft gifted by the Qatari government on July 1, praising the plane and saying the United States could not build one like it. According to Odaily, Trump boarded the aircraft before departing for North Dakota to attend the opening event for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Speaking to reporters before boarding, Trump said he was excited about the first flight and described the aircraft as something people had never seen before.
Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters Warns U.S. and Israel Against Miscalculation
Binance News - Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned the United States and Israel not to make a miscalculation. According to Jin10, the warning was reported in media coverage, without providing further details.
South Korea Aims to Upgrade Finance Sector to Global Standards, Finance Ministry Official Says
Binance News - South Korea needs to raise its financial sector to global standards that match the maturity of its real economy, with foreign-exchange market modernization a key priority to boost competitiveness, according to a senior Finance Ministry official, Bloomberg reported.
Whale Address Withdraws 5,926 ETH From a CEX Over Two Days, Data Show
Binance News - A wallet identified as 0x2684 withdrew 5,926 ETH from a centralized exchange (CEX) on July 2, according to monitoring data. According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, the activity was flagged by Lookonchain. Over the past two days, the same address has withdrawn and staked a total of 15,802 ETH.
STOCKS | H-Shares Southbound 2x Long SK Hynix ETF Falls More Than 30%
Binance News - The H-Shares Southbound 2x Long SK Hynix ETF (07709.HK) fell more than 30%. According to Jin10, the decline was reported in Hong Kong trading.
Saudi Aramco Raises Ras Tanura Exports and Shifts More Sales to Spot Pricing
Binance News - At least five very large crude carriers carrying a combined 10 million barrels of Saudi crude departed Ras Tanura port and had cleared the Strait of Hormuz, trade sources and shipping data showed. According to Jin10, Saudi Aramco has been increasing exports from Ras Tanura and shifting more sales to a spot-pricing mechanism to speed deliveries to Asian markets. The company resumed loading operations on Friday at Ras Tanura, described as the world’s largest oil port, after a suspension of nearly four months. ...
At Least Five VLCCs Carrying 10 Million Barrels of Saudi Crude Leave Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - At least five very large crude carriers (VLCCs) loaded a combined 10 million barrels of Saudi crude oil at Ras Tanura port and have sailed out of the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, the information was based on trade sources and shipping data.
Adani, IHC Sign MOU for $11.5 Billion India Aluminum Project
Binance News - Adani Enterprises Ltd. and Abu Dhabi’s International Holding Co. signed a memorandum of understanding for an aluminum project in India’s eastern state of Odisha, with planned investment of $11.5 billion, according to Bloomberg. The project would extend billionaire Gautam Adani’s push to expand the conglomerate’s metals business.
STOCKS | European Chip Stocks Fall 2%-4% in Early Trading
Binance News - European chip stocks fell in early trading, with declines of 2% to 4% across several names. According to Jin10, ASML, ASM International, BE Semiconductor Industries (BESI), Infineon, and Aixtron were among the stocks posting losses in that range.
Wall Street Firms Expand Gulf Teams as Deal Activity Holds Up
Binance News - Wall Street banks are adding bankers in the Gulf after dealmaking held up despite a regional war that began in February, according to Bloomberg. At the start of the conflict, firms had been preparing for a protracted slowdown in the Middle East, but local investors largely looked past the war and increased deal activity three months later.
STOCKS | European Stocks Mixed at the Open on July 2
Binance News - European stock markets opened mixed on July 2. According to Jin10, Germany’s DAX 30 opened down 63.90 points, or 0.25%, at 25,005.21, while the UK’s FTSE 100 opened down 21.04 points, or 0.20%, at 10,457.30. France’s CAC 40 opened up 9.97 points, or 0.12%, at 8,347.26. The Euro Stoxx 50 opened down 13.05 points, or 0.21%, at 6,269.45. Spain’s IBEX 35 opened down 0.47 points, or 0.00%, at 19,406.13, and Italy’s ...
STOCKS | Shanghai and Shenzhen Bourses Post 487 Billion Yuan Turnover; BOE A Leads Trading Value
Binance News - Total turnover on China’s Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges reached 487 billion yuan on July 2, down 29.5 billion yuan from the previous trading day. According to Jin10, turnover on the Shanghai market was 223 billion yuan versus 240 billion yuan in the prior session, with trading volume at 656 million lots compared with 672 million lots previously. Turnover on the Shenzhen market was 264 billion yuan, down from 276 billion yuan in the previous session, while trading volume was 857 million lots versus 874 million lots previously. ...
Spain’s June Unemployment Count Falls 1.24% Month Over Month
Binance News - Spain’s unemployment count fell 1.24% month over month in June, compared with a previous reading of -1.54%. According to Jin10, the data showed the June month-over-month change in the unemployment count was -1.24%.
Nomura Asset Management Favors Taiwan and South Korean Stocks in Asia
Binance News - Nomura Asset Management said it is optimistic about Taiwan and South Korean equities among Asian markets. According to Jin10, the firm stated that it favors Taiwan stocks and South Korean stocks within its Asia market view.
CPCA’s Cui Dongshu: Toyota Market Cap Fell 27% in June, Tesla Up 47% YoY
Binance News - Cui Dongshu, secretary-general of the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), said in a July 1 post that global automakers’ market-cap moves in June were “brutal,” with overall valuations at the lowest level in 25 years. He said the market caps of international automakers such as Toyota and General Motors fell 7% year-on-year and 9% month-on-month, according to Jiemian News. CPCA data covering more than 40 major automakers showed Toyota’s market cap fell 27% month-on-month in June and was down 12% year-on-year, hitting an 18-month low. Honda’s market cap fell 13% month-on-month and 22% year-on-year. ...
Metaplanet Reports Bitcoin Income Business Revenue for Fiscal 2026 Second Quarter
Binance News - Japanese listed company Metaplanet released results for its Bitcoin income business revenue in the second quarter of fiscal 2026. According to Foresight News, the business recorded operating revenue of 1.75 billion yen in the second quarter. Metaplanet said cumulative revenue for the first half of the fiscal year reached 4.72 billion yen. The company added that over the past 12 months, cumulative revenue from its Bitcoin income business totaled 11.4 billion yen.
Public Bitcoin Treasuries Added 9,000 BTC in June
Binance News - BitcoinTreasuries.net reported that public Bitcoin treasuries added almost 9,000 BTC ($525 million) in June — or 7,300 BTC net ($427 million) — marking moderate but persistent holdings growth. Two companies drove most of the month's growth: Strategy added 3,625 BTC net, more than any other company but below its average monthly pace and offset by the sale of 32 BTC, while Strive purchased 3,364 BTC, including a 2,500 BTC buy at the start of June that ranks among its largest single acquisitions to date. Each company deployed approximately $200 million, with purchases believed to be largely funded by proceeds from their respective digital credit instruments: STRC and SATA. MARA Holdings added 1,000 BTC per Arkham Intelligence data, CIMG added 207.7 BTC calculated from a $13.5 ...
Quantum Systems Doubles Valuation to About $8 Billion After $1.2 Billion Funding Round
Binance News - Quantum Systems raised $1.2 billion in a funding round that more than doubled the German drone startup’s valuation to about $8 billion post-money, according to Bloomberg. The deal is the latest example of investor enthusiasm for defense-related investments, Bloomberg reported.
Metaplanet Adds 2,823 Bitcoin, Bringing Total Holdings to 43,000 BTC
Binance News - Metaplanet disclosed that it acquired an additional 2,823 Bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 43,000 BTC. According to NS3.AI, the company is described as a Japanese Bitcoin treasury company. The disclosure indicates the purchase has already been executed as a treasury acquisition, rather than representing a planned allocation.
Japan Tax Revenue Hit Another Record in Fiscal Year Ended in March
Binance News - Japan’s national tax revenue climbed to a record in the fiscal year ended in March as wage hikes, rising employment and gains on financial assets boosted income tax receipts, according to Bloomberg.
China-Laos Railway Trade Value Tops 12.6 Billion Yuan Since Launch
Binance News - The total value of imports and exports via the China-Laos Railway reached 90.28 billion yuan as of June 30, according to Kunming Customs. According to Jin10, the cumulative number of international freight train services on the route exceeded 22,000 since the railway began operations. In the first half of this year, the value of imports and exports handled through the China-Laos Railway totaled 17.16 billion yuan, up 33.7% year on year. Kunming Customs said the railway’s role as a major logistics corridor ...
OpenAI’s Sam Altman offers Trump admin a 5% equity worth $43 billion ahead of IPO to rival SpaceX
Cryptopolitan - OpenAI has been discussing with the authorities in Washington DC about giving a 5 percent share of its company to the US Government, which will be valued at around $43 billion based on its estimated value of $852 billion, according to FT. The idea is tied to Sam Altman’s push to give Americans a direct...
AI | MGX Raises $49 Billion Fund for Artificial Intelligence Deals
Binance News - MGX has raised $49 billion for one of the biggest-ever funds dedicated to artificial intelligence deals, propelling the two-year-old Abu Dhabi firm into the ranks of the most consequential investors in the sector globally, according to Bloomberg.
Strive CEO Matt Cole Says SATA Preferred Target Price Remains $100, With No Automatic Issuance Guarantee
Binance News - Strive CEO Matt Cole said the target price for SATA preferred shares remains $100, but the company will no longer guarantee automatically issuing new shares at $100.According to PANews, Cole wrote on X that current market conditions are not normal and that maintaining flexibility on issuance can help prevent the company from being exploited by short sellers.Cole said future issuance decisions will reference data such as short interest and borrowing costs, but the company will not provide advance notice of specific actions.
Switzerland’s June CPI Monthly Rate Due for Release in 10 Minutes
Binance News - Switzerland’s June consumer price index (CPI) monthly rate was due to be released in 10 minutes. According to Jin10, the data release was expected shortly, but no figures were provided in the report.
AI TRENDS | Hang Seng Indexes, Cyberport Launch Thematic Index Exploration Program
Binance News - Hang Seng Indexes Company and Cyberport announced on June 30, 2026 the launch of the “Thematic Index Exploration Program” to work with innovation and technology companies to develop artificial intelligence solutions aimed at speeding up the design process for thematic indexes, according to Ming Pao.
XRP edges higher as whale activity rises while retail traders stay cautious
Binance News - XRP edged higher as large-holder activity strengthened and new wallet creation hit a three-month high, while retail positioning stayed cautious. According to CoinDesk, XRP Ledger logged 4,941 new wallet creations in a day and CryptoQuant’s All CEX Whale vs Retail Spread was 50.9% (Binance: 44.6%). XRP rose 1.41% to $1.0613 in the 24 hours ending July 2 at 04:16 UTC, with a volume spike helping it break above $1.0560. CoinDesk said XRP still needs to reclaim $1.10-$1.11 to make the recovery look convincing.
Ethereum Execs Launch Non-Profit to Accelerate Institutional Adoption
CryptoPotato - An independent non-profit dedicated to accelerating the institutional adoption of Ethereum has been established.
Japan Government Adviser Says June Rate Hike Would Be Appropriate
Binance News - A Japanese government economic adviser, Toshihiro Nagahama, said a June interest rate hike would be appropriate. According to Jin10, Nagahama said he personally believed raising rates in June made sense because delaying a hike would lead to excessive depreciation of the yen and harm households.
Japan Government Adviser Says BOJ Should Keep Raising Rates at a Moderate Pace
Binance News - A Japanese government economic adviser, Toshihiro Nagahama, said the Bank of Japan should continue raising interest rates at a moderate pace. According to Jin10, Nagahama made the remarks in comments on the BOJ’s policy direction.
Counterpoint: 2026 Foldable Smartphone Panel Shipments Seen at 27.5 Million, Revenue at $4.4 Billion
Binance News - Foldable smartphone display panel shipments are forecast to reach about 27.5 million units in full-year 2026, up about 24% from 2025, according to 36Kr, citing Counterpoint Research’s latest quarterly report on foldable panel shipments and technology. Revenue is projected at about $4.4 billion, a roughly 48% year-on-year increase. Counterpoint said that after a mild adjustment in 2025, foldable smartphone panel shipments are expected to return to an expansion cycle in 2026, with growth driven by both a recovery in volumes and higher average selling prices supported by high-end projects from Apple and Samsung and an improved product mix.
Galaxy Futures Raises Registered Capital by About 11% to RMB 5 Billion
Binance News - Galaxy Futures Co., Ltd. increased its registered capital to RMB 5 billion from RMB 4.5 billion, a rise of about 11%, according to 36Kr. Tianyancha data shows the company was founded in December 2006 and is legally represented by Wang Dong. Its business scope includes commodity futures brokerage, financial futures brokerage, futures investment consulting, asset management, and fund sales, and it is wholly owned by China Galaxy.
Ripple Co-Founder's PAC Boosts Democrat to Primary Victory
U.Today - Progressive Colorado state Representative Manny Rutinel has won the Democratic primary for the state’s hyper-competitive 8th congressional district. Progressive Colorado state Representative Manny Rutinel has won the Democratic primary for the state’s hyper-competitive 8th congressional district.
Hong Kong SFC Reports 20% Rise in AUMto HK$42.2 Trillion in 2025
Binance News - Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) released its 2025 Asset and Wealth Management Activities Survey, reporting that total assets under management rose 20% year on year to a record HK$42.2 trillion.According to Odaily, the SFC said the latest figure surpassed the previous high of HK$35.5 trillion recorded in 2021.The survey attributed part of the increase to net fund inflows, which rose 193% from a year earlier to HK$2.1 trillion, marking the third consecutive year of growth.By segment, assets under management in asset management and fund advisory businesses increased 19% year on year to HK$31 trillion. Assets under management in private banking and private wealth management rose 24% to HK$12.9 trillion.
STOCKS | PwC Sees Hong Kong IPO Fundraising at HK$380 Billion in 2026, Could Top HK$400 Billion
Binance News - PwC expects Hong Kong’s IPO market to raise about HK$380 billion in 2026 and said fundraising could exceed HK$400 billion depending on market conditions, according to Ming Pao. Wong Kam-chin, PwC’s capital markets services lead partner, said at a “2026 Hong Kong IPO Market Mid-Year Review and Outlook” press conference that he remains confident about growth despite short-term challenges including geopolitical tensions, inflation, and interest-rate volatility. PwC also raised its full-year forecast for the number of new listings to 150.
India Speeds Up State Stake Sales to Offset Budget Strain From Oil
Binance News - India is fast-tracking plans to sell stakes in some of its largest state-owned companies, including the country’s biggest life insurer, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration seeks to bolster public finances strained by high oil prices, according to Bloomberg.
Ebola Could Cost Congo More Than $1 Billion, UN Agency Says
Binance News - Ebola could shave more than $1 billion from the Democratic Republic of Congo’s economy and push almost 1 million more people into poverty as authorities struggle to contain an outbreak, according to Bloomberg. A United Nations assessment said the impact could also ripple across neighboring states as the outbreak spreads through one of Africa’s most fragile regions.
Robinhood links with dYdX Labs to launch new DEX Arcus
CoinTelegraph - The crypto protocol dYdX has rebranded as Arcus and is joining Robinhood’s new blockchain to bring perpetual and tokenized stock trading.
Carlsberg Said to File for India IPO to Raise Up to $700 Million
Binance News - Carlsberg A/S has confidentially filed draft papers for an initial public offering of its India unit to raise as much as $700 million, according to Bloomberg, citing people familiar with the matter.
STOCKS | ASML Target Price Raised to 2,000 Euros
Binance News - Goldman Sachs raised its target price for ASML to 2,000 euros from 1,770 euros. According to Jin10, the bank increased the target from 1,770 euros to 2,000 euros.
Ying Mei Holdings Shares Jump More Than 110% in Afternoon Trading in Hong Kong
Binance News - Ying Mei Holdings (02028.HK) rose more than 110% in afternoon trading in Hong Kong. According to Jin10, the stock posted gains of over 110% during the afternoon session.
STOCKS | Zhenhua Technology Shares Fall 5.35% After Prior-Day Limit-Up
Binance News - Zhenhua Technology’s shares fell sharply in morning trading on July 2, closing at 58.97 yuan per share at midday, down 5.35%. According to Jin10, the stock had hit its daily limit-up in the previous trading session after news that major MLCC industry players were raising prices. Responding to the MLCC price increases, Zhenhua Technology said the MLCC price hikes tied to AI servers were unrelated to the company’s core business. The company said the MLCC price increases discussed in the AI sector mainly involved large manufacturers with higher market share and were in the consumer products ...
OpenAI Discussed Giving Washington a 5% Ownership Stake Valued at Nearly $42.6 Billion
Binance News - OpenAI has reportedly discussed giving Washington a 5% ownership position, a slice valued at nearly $42.6 billion. The talks were reported by the Financial Times, according to BeInCrypto, citing two people with knowledge of the discussions, and it is unclear whether the Trump administration wants the deal. CEO Sam Altman raised the 5% figure in initial talks with President Donald Trump’s team, the report said. OpenAI’s latest valuation implies the stake would be worth about $42.6 billion; the company’s March funding round put its post-money valuation at $852 billion. OpenAI is also preparing for an IPO after filing confidentially with the SEC in June.
Report: FBI Director Kash Patel missed required disclosure of six-figure MSTR buy
Binance News - FBI Director Kash Patel failed to timely disclose a six-figure purchase of Strategy (MSTR) stock, according to CoinDesk, citing a report by nonpartisan outlet NOTUS. Patel reportedly bought $100,001 to $250,000 of MSTR on Nov. 21 but did not report the trade until May 26, telling the Office of Government Ethics he “inadvertently omitted” it due to a “miscommunication.” Under the STOCK Act, executive branch officials must disclose stock trades over $1,000 within 45 days.
Congo Plans Dual-Currency Stock Exchange to Attract Investors
Binance News - The Democratic Republic of Congo is drawing up plans for its first stock exchange, including a dual-currency market, as it seeks to attract more investment, according to Bloomberg. The move comes as the economy benefits from soaring demand for minerals critical to the AI buildout.
China Expands Occupational Injury Insurance Pilot for New-Form Employment Workers Nationwide
Binance News - China has expanded a pilot occupational injury insurance program for workers in new forms of employment nationwide starting this month. According to Jin10, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security said the rollout will fully extend the pilot across the country. Among newly included platform companies, nine are in the mobility sector: T3 Mobility, Huaxiaozhu Mobility, Sunshine Mobility, Ruqi Mobility, Xiangdao Mobility, Jishi Mobility, Fengyun Mobility, Shouqi Ride-Hailing, and Meituan Ride-Hailing. ...
WORLD CUP | Mexico fans’ goal celebrations vs Ecuador triggered “significant” tremors
Binance News - Mass celebrations by Mexico fans after two goals in a World Cup knockout match against Ecuador produced “significant” local vibrations recorded on seismographs, Mexico’s Digital Platform for Early Warning and Comprehensive Risk Management (SASSLA) said. SASSLA said it detected tremors after Julián Quiñones’ goal and again after Raúl Jiménez scored at the 31st minute in Mexico’s 2-0 win, which qualified Mexico for the last 16; three people were also crushed to death in Mexico City after the match as crowds celebrated, according to Yahoo Sports.
Nomura Economist Says Japan PM’s Economic Blueprint May Affect BOJ Rate-Hike Timing
Binance News - A Nomura Research Institute economist said Japan’s prime minister could use an economic policy blueprint to influence the timing of the Bank of Japan’s next interest-rate move. According to Jin10, economist Takahide Kiuchi said that if Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi uses her “Basic Policy” economic blueprint—expected to receive cabinet approval this month—to block further rate hikes, it could delay the BOJ’s next step. Kiuchi said that even if the government opposes higher rates, the BOJ would ...
South Korea’s KRX Tightens Listing Rules for Tech-Exception Firms Shifting Into Crypto Treasury
Binance News - South Korea’s Korea Exchange (KRX) has revised its listing rules to impose stricter limits on companies listed under technology-exception provisions, including tighter scrutiny for firms that later shift their core business into areas such as virtual asset treasuries. According to Foresight News, Digital Asset reported that under the new rules, a technology-exception listed company that changes its main business within five years after listing—such as by amending its articles of incorporation to move into virtual asset treasury operations or other fields—will be subject to substantive delisting review. ...
RBNZ Won’t Add Member to Policy Committee Ahead of Election
Binance News - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand will not add a member to its Monetary Policy Committee ahead of the November election, leaving the panel with three internal and three external members, according to Bloomberg.
AI TRENDS | Michael Burry Expands AI-Related Short Positions, Including Tesla and Chip ETF
Binance News - Michael Burry has expanded his AI-related short positions, with newly disclosed targets including Tesla, Caterpillar, Applied Materials, and an ETF that tracks chip manufacturers. According to Odaily, Burry has maintained a bearish view on AI-linked stocks for months, saying that once the AI boom cools, related asset prices could face a correction. In a recent Substack post, Burry wrote that South Korea’s announcement of a large-scale chip investment plan helped push chip stocks higher. He described ...
STOCKS | Leapmotor Chairman Zhu Jiangming and Shareholder Fu Liquan Buy 4.81M H Shares
Binance News - Leapmotor (9863) said shareholder, chairman and CEO Zhu Jiangming and shareholder Fu Liquan bought a combined 4.81 million H shares in the market at an average price of about HK$35.86 per share, according to Ming Pao. The purchases involved total consideration of about HK$173 million, the company said in an announcement.
STOCKS | Carry Wealth Holdings Says Court Order Seeks to Restrict Transfer of 411 Million Shares
Binance News - Carry Wealth Holdings (0643) said it received an originating summons stop notice issued by the High Court on June 30 this year, according to Ming Pao. The company said the notice was filed by applicant Giant Fortune International Development and seeks to restrict the transfer of 411 million shares currently registered under MARS Worldwide, as well as the payment of any dividends or interest on those shares, until 14 days’ notice has been given to Giant Fortune’s legal representative.