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Bitcoin options traders eye $120K strike, while miners face scrutiny amid record prediction market surge.
Bitcoin Options Traders Load up on $120K Strike Through December 2026
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin traded at $64,159 at 6:45 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, and the derivatives market around it tells a story of retreat and repositioning. CME‘s bitcoin options open interest, measured in dollar terms, has dropped from a peak near $290 million in late November to roughly $30 million to $40 million by mid June, according […]
Prediction Markets Hit Record $10.8 Billion Week as SpaceX IPO, World Cup Drive Surge
Bitcoin.com - Prediction markets set a weekly trading record as volume reached $10.8 billion, according to A16z crypto. The surge coincided with major finance, sports, and geopolitical events, with activity topping the $10 billion mark for the first time. Prediction Markets Hit a Record $10.8 Billion in Weekly Trading Volume Data from venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz’s […]
Bitcoin miner Bitdeer mined 921 BTC, but its smaller stash raises a bigger question
CryptoSlate - The miner's AI cloud growth may reduce sell pressure, but May data shows Bitcoin retention still lagging. The post Bitcoin miner Bitdeer mined 921 BTC, but its smaller stash raises a bigger question appeared first on CryptoSlate.
The Revenue Divergence: Why Record-Breaking Ethereum Activity Isn’t Boosting ETH Price
CryptoPotato - The Ethereum network's growth strategy seems to focus first on winning the adoption race and then on generating fees later.
‘Stop Lawmakers From Predicting’: GOP Bill Targets Congress Betting on Kalshi and Polymarket
Bitcoin.com - Republican Rep. Bryan Steil has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act, a bill that would bar House members, their spouses and their children from wagering on political and policy outcomes via prediction markets. A New Line Between Lawmaking and Betting Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), chairman of the Committee on House Administration, unveiled the measure […]
Kiyosaki Waits for Bitcoin and Ethereum Reversal Before Buying Again
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Robert Kiyosaki isn’t buying yet. The “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” author says he’ll wait for clear price reversals in Bitcoin,… Read the original on Kiyosaki Waits for Bitcoin and Ethereum Reversal Before Buying Again. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Republican Bill Targets Prediction Market Insider Trading but Leaves White House Out
TheCurrencyAnalytics - A Republican lawmaker wants to ban insider trading on policy prediction markets. The bill is narrow by design — and… Read the original on Republican Bill Targets Prediction Market Insider Trading but Leaves White House Out. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Here’s How Fidelity Funds Are Getting Ahead of GENIUS Act
99Bitcoins - Fidelity's new FYMXX money market fund targets stablecoin reserve management under the GENIUS Act, joining BlackRock and State Street in a growing TradFi race. The post Here’s How Fidelity Funds Are Getting Ahead of GENIUS Act appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Hedge Fund Billionaire Pours $190,674,000 Into Google, Facebook and Three Stocks That Have Each Exploded Over 2x Year-to-Date
DailyHODL - The billionaire founder and CEO of the New York-based hedge fund Third Point LLC is deploying tens of millions of dollars into two hyperscaler names. The latest 13F filing from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) shows that Dan Loeb opened a new stake in Meta (META) in Q1 of this year, accumulating 90,000 […] The post Hedge Fund Billionaire Pours $190,674,000 Into Google, Facebook and Three Stocks That Have Each Exploded Over 2x Year-to-Date appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
America wants to win the AI race but its own contradictions keep getting in the way
Cryptopolitan - The United States is worried that China has its hands on advanced chip-making machines, sent to them by ASML. Howard Lutnick, the US Commerce Secretary, reportedly sat down with ASML executives several times to share his fear that an extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine had somehow landed in Chinese hands. Such a move would break...
Ethereum Foundation Hit by Leadership Exodus: 8 Senior Figures Gone in 5 Months
Bitcoin.com - The Ethereum Foundation has lost at least eight senior figures in five months after co-executive director Hsiao-Wei Wang resigned this week, further deepening a leadership vacuum at the organization that stewards the second-largest blockchain. A Second Co-Director Walks Hsiao-Wei Wang stepped down as co-executive director and board member of the Ethereum Foundation, effective immediately, the […]
OpenRouter's Fusion Promises Claude Fable-Level AI for Cheap—Right as Fable 5 Goes Dark
Decrypt - OpenRouter's compound-model API stacks budget AI models—and beat GPT-5.5 and Claude Opus 4.8 outright in benchmark testing.
Attorney Ian Cohen Takes On $238 Billion Fight Over Satoshi’s Untouched Bitcoin Wallets
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Attorney Ian R. Cohen has filed a court rebuttal challenging a lawsuit that wants to seize roughly 3.8 million Bitcoin… Read the original on Attorney Ian Cohen Takes On $238 Billion Fight Over Satoshi’s Untouched Bitcoin Wallets. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
CME Sues CFTC Over Crypto Perpetual Futures Approval
cryptoDNES - CME Group challenges the CFTC in court over the approval of perpetual futures for Kalshi, sparking a major legal battle for U.S. crypto derivatives. The post CME Sues CFTC Over Crypto Perpetual Futures Approval appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Michael Saylor Shares Strategy's Resilience and Growth Since 2022
U.Today - Michael Saylor reflects on Strategy’s dark moments and recovery over the years, all thanks to its resilience in Bitcoin regardless of the market condition. Michael Saylor reflects on Strategy’s dark moments and recovery over the years, all thanks to its resilience in Bitcoin regardless of the market condition.
200 BTC Moves From Named Wallet as Two Lawyers Clash Over $293B ‘Noah Doe’ Bitcoin Case
Bitcoin.com - A New York Supreme Court dispute involving 39,069 bitcoin wallet addresses took another turn this week after attorney Ian R. Cohen opposed an effort to lift a court-ordered stay, and new onchain data showed billions of dollars worth of bitcoin moving from addresses named in the lawsuit. The case, ABC Company, XYZ Company, and Noah […]
Texas questions whether AI data centers should pay for the grid they strain
CryptoSlate - Texas spent years courting AI companies, cloud providers, and Bitcoin miners with cheap electricity, abundant land, and a sales tax exemption that's grown into one of the state's costliest incentive programs. But now, Governor Greg Abbott has told state regulators to flip the arrangement, directing them to require data centers to fund the grid they […] The post Texas questions whether AI data centers should pay for the grid they strain appeared first on CryptoSlate.
UK readies new clash with Big Tech over plan to force YouTube and Meta to promote British news
Cryptopolitan - Following its social media ban, Britain’s government is preparing regulations that would force YouTube, Meta and other platforms to give greater priority to content from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and other British public service broadcasters. The UK government has been picking fights with major tech companies. Its social media ban for under-16s drew sharp...
Report: Charles Schwab Targets Kalshi and Polymarket Territory With New Cboe Deal
Bitcoin.com - Charles Schwab is moving into prediction markets, but only on its own terms. The brokerage Charles Schwab has reportedly partnered with Cboe Global Markets to offer binary-style options contracts tied to the S&P 500, according to a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report citing “people familiar with the matter.” The contracts let customers wager on whether […]
17% XRP Surge in Network Activity Could Trigger Next Leg Up
U.Today - XRP notes 17% surge in its burn rate as its network continues to strengthen despite the broader market weakness, flashing signs of a potential recovery. XRP notes 17% surge in its burn rate as its network continues to strengthen despite the broader market weakness, flashing signs of a potential recovery.
Ethereum Gears Up for $2,850 Recovery as Price Hits Break-Even Point
U.Today - Ethereum might be preparing for its next rally to $2,850 despite the bearish market outlook as the asset is seen sitting at a familiar bottom level. Ethereum might be preparing for its next rally to $2,850 despite the bearish market outlook as the asset is seen sitting at a familiar bottom level.
AI is pushing crypto media into a fight over trusted market data
CryptoSlate - Artificial intelligence is commoditizing news and routine research across the industry, and it's pushing crypto media companies to rebuild themselves as data platforms, analytics providers, and institutional infrastructure. The firms racing to assemble AI-ready databases are positioning to become the industry's reference layer, the source that investors, regulators, and algorithms rely on to understand digital […] The post AI is pushing crypto media into a fight over trusted market data appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Analyst Warns: Strategy Will Have to Sell Over 50,000 BTC by 2028
CryptoPotato - Kaleo actually said this could be the company's best option.
Pudgy Penguins expands retail footprint with Target trading card rollout
CoinTelegraph - The NFT-born franchise is bringing its Vibes Series 3 trading cards to Target stores across the US as it expands into physical products and mainstream retail.
Satoshi Bitcoin Case Faces Strong Counterargument in Latest Update
U.Today - Fresh court filing raises stakes in fight over Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings. Fresh court filing raises stakes in fight over Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings.
OSL Group Secures Australian AFSL License for Crypto Services
cryptoDNES - OSL Group expands into Australia after securing an AFSL license from ASIC, enabling OTC, custody, and stablecoin services for institutional clients. The post OSL Group Secures Australian AFSL License for Crypto Services appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
SQUID RLUSD Integrations, Flutterwave $3.2Bn Valuation: Ripple XRP News This Week
99Bitcoins - Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin gains cross-chain swap access via Squid and enters 34 African markets through a strategic Flutterwave investment. The post SQUID RLUSD Integrations, Flutterwave $3.2Bn Valuation: Ripple XRP News This Week appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Base Network Sets Beryl Upgrade Date, Targeting Institutions
cryptoDNES - Base, the Coinbase-backed Layer 2, confirms its Beryl upgrade for June 25. Discover the new B20 token standard designed for institutional asset issuers. The post Base Network Sets Beryl Upgrade Date, Targeting Institutions appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Days Later: Arthur Hayes Sells Entire ETH Position at a Loss
CryptoPotato - The community was quick to pick up his recent moves and increase the scrutiny.
Charles Schwab Brings Yes-or-No S&P 500 Bets to Retail Investors
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Charles Schwab is moving into prediction markets. The brokerage giant just launched a product that lets everyday investors place binary… Read the original on Charles Schwab Brings Yes-or-No S&P 500 Bets to Retail Investors. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Kalshi Crosses $100 Billion as Polymarket Fights Over $345 Million Iran Market
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Kalshi just hit a massive number. The platform crossed $100 billion in lifetime notional volume, pushed largely by a surge… Read the original on Kalshi Crosses $100 Billion as Polymarket Fights Over $345 Million Iran Market. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
MGX explores multi-billion-dollar acquisition of data center operator DayOne in push to dominate AI infrastructure
Cryptopolitan - Abu Dhabi-backed AI investor MGX is reportedly weighing a multibillion-dollar buyout of DayOne, which operates a data center in Singapore. The deal will come as MGX’s first acquisition in Asia and would highlight the mounting competition among the various parties who seek to obtain the necessary data center infrastructures to fuel the growth of AI...
Webull Canada Crypto Lands CIRO Dealer Membership With Rare Insurance Carve-Outs
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Webull Canada Crypto Limited is now a Dealer Member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization. That’s a big deal —… Read the original on Webull Canada Crypto Lands CIRO Dealer Membership With Rare Insurance Carve-Outs. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
GEOPOLITICS | Australia Detects Mainland H5 Bird Flu Case, Virus Now on Every Continent
Binance News - Australia reported its first mainland case of H5 bird flu, marking the spread of the deadly virus to every continent on the planet. According to Bloomberg, the detection extends the reach of the virus worldwide.
F2Pool Co-Founder WangChun’s ETH and WBTC Holdings Rise to $33.41 Million in 15 Hours
Binance News - F2Pool co-founder WangChun’s ETH and WBTC holdings increased to $33.41 million over the past 15 hours, according to monitoring data cited in a report. According to Foresight News, the activity was tracked by @ai_9684xtpa. The report said the wallet was suspected of adding 11,448.4 ETH at an average price of $1,690, and 224.66 WBTC at an average price of $62,554.14. It did not provide further details on the transactions or confirm whether the purchases were made directly by WangChun.
Strategy’s STRC Preferred Shares Trade at Over 11% Discount as Dividend Yield Rises to 11.5%
Binance News - Strategy’s STRC preferred shares have continued to trade off their peg, with a discount exceeding 11%, raising market concerns. According to PANews, the dividend yield has risen to 11.5% but has still not restored the share price to its peg. The report adds that the discount may constrain Strategy’s financing capacity and put pressure on its Bitcoin reserves.
Japan plans $65 billion physical AI push by 2040 to offset a shrinking workforce
Cryptopolitan - On June 19, Japan’s government unveiled a plan to funnel 10.5 trillion yen ($65.1 billion) in combined public and private investment into physical artificial intelligence across 17 strategic sectors by fiscal 2040, according to Nikkei Asia. This is the fifth major policy move made by the government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi within just four...
Bitcoin Recognized as Property Under U.K. Law as London Court Weighs 7.8 BTC Repayment Request
Binance News - A London court considered a request for a debtor to repay 7.8 BTC directly in Bitcoin, while noting that Bitcoin is recognized as property under U.K. law. According to NS3.AI, the case Hussain v Fix was heard on June 18 and was described as a first for a U.K. civil case. The judge said it remains unclear whether a court can compel a debtor to make repayment directly in BTC.
Tanker in Persian Gulf Resumes Voyage to Hormuz After U-Turn
Binance News - An oil supertanker is again heading from the Persian Gulf toward the Strait of Hormuz after briefly reversing direction. In a vessel-tracking update, according to Bloomberg, the ship had made a U-turn before resuming its voyage.
Sonic Announces CEO Appointment and Board Changes at Sonic Labs
Binance News - Sonic has announced leadership and board changes at Sonic Labs, including new CEO and COO appointments. According to PANews, Michael Kong, Andre Cronje, and David Richardson will resign from the Sonic Labs board. Matt Visser will become chief executive officer, and Kosta Kourkoumelis will join the company as chief operating officer. The announcement said the team plans to focus on transparency and rebuilding trust amid a recent token price decline and low community sentiment. It added that decisions and the reasons behind them will be disclosed publicly, and that the team is forming a dedicated risk and compliance committee to help ensure ...
U.S. Official Says Envoy Witkoff Is Traveling to Switzerland as Iran’s Foreign Minister Plans Visit
Binance News - A U.S. official said U.S. envoy Witkoff is traveling to Switzerland, and said U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is already in Switzerland. According to Odaily, a person familiar with the matter said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi plans to travel to Switzerland by Saturday, though the plan could still change. The source said Araghchi told several foreign ministers that a Lebanon ceasefire is critical for Iran and has “decisive” significance for U.S.-Iran talks. ...
Iran Says U.S. Must Ensure Israel Complies With Memorandum of Understanding Terms
Binance News - Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said the United States must ensure Israel complies with the terms of a memorandum of understanding reached between the U.S. and Iran. According to Odaily, Khatibzadeh said in an interview on the 19th local time that Iran is prepared to continue advancing the diplomatic process and would proceed step by step if the other side shows the same seriousness. On the Strait of Hormuz, Khatibzadeh said Iran will continue to provide navigation services in coordination with Oman and under the rules of ...
WORLD CUP | Saibari’s 2nd-minute goal lifts Morocco past Scotland 1-0 in Group C
Binance News - Ismael Saibari scored after 1:10 as Morocco beat Scotland 1-0, with the midfielder finishing a pass from Brahim Díaz past goalkeeper Angus Gunn before the 2’ mark. The goal was the fastest scored so far at the 2026 World Cup, according to Yahoo Sports. Morocco led 1-0 at halftime and Scotland’s best late chances came in the 86th minute, when Scott McTominay hit the outside of the net and Lyndon Dykes headed wide from a corner. The result left Morocco 1-1-0 in Group C and Scotland 1-0-1.
Bitcoin Climbs Past $63K as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Reopens U.S.-Iran Talks
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin punched back above $63,000. The move came fast, tied directly to reports of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah… Read the original on Bitcoin Climbs Past $63K as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Reopens U.S.-Iran Talks. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Trump says "Anthropic is no longer a national security threat" after G7 lunch with Amodei
Cryptopolitan - President Donald Trump told Axios’s Marc Caputo in a pre-taped interview published June 19 that he no longer views Anthropic as a national security threat, two days after meeting CEO Dario Amodei at the G7 summit. Asked whether Anthropic or Amodei posed a threat, Trump said, “Well, not now, but a week ago, maybe.” ⚠️...
Goldman Sachs Cuts Gold Target to $4,900 as Rate Cut Bets Cool
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Goldman Sachs just slashed its year-end gold price target by $500. The new number: $4,900. That’s a big move for… Read the original on Goldman Sachs Cuts Gold Target to $4,900 as Rate Cut Bets Cool. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Morocco captain Hakimi booed vs Scotland after court confirms rape trial
Binance News - Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi was booed during his World Cup Group C match against Scotland in Boston, hours after a French appeals court confirmed the Paris Saint-Germain defender will stand trial in a rape case. The Versailles appeals court upheld a February decision by an investigative judge following prosecutors’ recommendations; Hakimi denies wrongdoing and a trial date has not been announced, according to Yahoo Sports.
Sam Altman's growing legend gains new chapter as Amazon shelves biopic over OpenAI ties
Cryptopolitan - Sam Altman has faced boardroom coups, billion-dollar lawsuits, and personal allegations, and now, he can add Hollywood drama to the list after Amazon pulled its nearly finished biopic about him. Observers are viewing Amazon’s action as its way of avoiding the risk of offending a $50 billion business partner. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed on Thursday...
Farage Jet Row Puts £25 Million Harborne-Reform UK Money Link Under Pressure
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Nigel Farage is in trouble. The Reform UK leader faces a formal inquiry into whether he deliberately undervalued a private… Read the original on Farage Jet Row Puts £25 Million Harborne-Reform UK Money Link Under Pressure. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Rep. Bryan Steil introduce bill seeking to block congress from prediction market wagers
Cryptopolitan - The bill also seeks to prevent members of the congress on betting on any political outcome they learn about as a result of their job.
WORLD CUP | England injury doubts for Ghana: Rice, Saka and Rashford
Binance News - England have injury concerns ahead of their second World Cup Group L match against Ghana on Tuesday in Boston, with Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford all doubts, according to Yahoo Sports. Rice was replaced with a hamstring issue during England’s 4-2 win over Croatia, while coach Thomas Tuchel said Saka is unlikely to start as England manage his long-standing Achilles problem and Rashford is being monitored after reporting muscle tightness; captain Harry Kane had cramp late against Croatia. England have already lost Tino Livramento to a calf strain, with Trevoh Chalobah called up as his replacement.
Anthropic Pledges Deeper White House Cooperation After Safety Scrutiny of “Mythos” and “Fable” Models
Binance News - Anthropic executives submitted a proposal to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick pledging deeper cooperation with the White House to address safety risks, after safety concerns triggered regulatory action against the company’s high-performance AI models “Mythos” and “Fable,” according to 36Kr. A person familiar with the matter said on Thursday that remediation talks are ongoing, and Anthropic has committed in discussions to strengthen communication with the Trump administration and respond faster to safety risks going forward.
WORLD CUP | Referee Felix Zwayer suffers cramp late in USA’s 2-0 win over Australia
Binance News - Referee Felix Zwayer pulled up with cramp late in the USA’s 2-0 Group D win over Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle and needed help from USA forward Folarin Balogun and Australia’s Aiden O’Neill to stretch his left leg before receiving an energy gel from fourth official Katia Garcia, according to Yahoo Sports. Zwayer was able to finish the match, which started at noon local time with temperatures around 26 degrees and 45% humidity, as the USA moved to the brink of the knockout stages.
Charles Schwab to enter prediction markets with S&P 500 wagers: WSJ
CoinTelegraph - The offering from the financial services company will reportedly only include yes-or-no bets on whether the S&P 500 closes above or below a target price.
WORLD CUP | US beats Australia 2-0 to reach knockout round as Pulisic sits
Binance News - The United States beat Australia 2-0 at Lumen Field in Seattle to secure a place in the knockout round with one Group D match remaining, despite injured forward Christian Pulisic missing the match with a calf issue, according to Yahoo Sports. Australia’s Cameron Burgess scored an 11th-minute own goal, and Alex Freeman added a header just before halftime that was initially flagged offside but awarded after video review.
Latin American Currencies Edge Higher as Markets Stay in Holding Pattern
Binance News - Most Latin American currencies advanced in a quiet session for global markets amid holidays in the US and parts of Asia. According to Bloomberg, the moves left assets in a holding pattern as traders awaited fresh news out of the Middle East.
SpaceX Underwriters Plan Investor Call on Potential $20 Billion Bond Sale
Binance News - SpaceX’s IPO underwriters are preparing to hold a call with investors as early as next Monday to discuss a potential bond issuance, according to 36Kr. People familiar with the matter said the bond sale is expected to be at least $20 billion, with proceeds intended to refinance a $20 billion bridge loan that matures in September 2027.
WORLD CUP | Tuchel hints Saka unlikely to start for England vs Ghana
Binance News - England coach Thomas Tuchel suggested Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start Tuesday’s World Cup group match against Ghana after coming on in the 72nd minute of England’s 4-2 opening win over Croatia and setting up Marcus Rashford’s goal. Tuchel said Saka, who has been managed due to an Achilles tendinitis issue, is more likely to be ready to start by the final group game against Panama in New Jersey on 27 June, according to Yahoo Sports.
Nansen CEO: CZ missed chance to own SBF's $100 billion venture portfolio
Cryptopolitan - Nansen’s CEO, Alex Svanevik, has pointed out that Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) would have become one of the most valuable venture portfolios in tech history by now if his company had completed the acquisition of FTX in November 2022. A Forbes analysis released back in May showed that Sam Bankman-Fried’s personal and FTX-linked investments,...
AI | Trump Tells Axios He Doesn’t See Anthropic as US Security Threat
Binance News - US President Donald Trump told Axios he doesn’t view Anthropic PBC as a national-security threat. The comments came days after his administration took steps to cut off foreign access to the tech company’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, according to Bloomberg.
Franklin Templeton new ETFs would convert US companies stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure
CryptoSlate - Franklin Templeton, the $1.78 trillion asset management firm, is attempting to push cryptocurrency deeper into conventional investment portfolios with a new proposal that would automatically redirect stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure. On June 18, the asset manager filed paperwork with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch two exchange-traded funds that would hold […] The post Franklin Templeton new ETFs would convert US companies stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Charles Schwab Planning to Roll Out S&P 500 Prediction Markets With Cboe: WSJ
Decrypt - Global financial institution Charles Schwab is the latest firm hoping to steal a piece of the growing prediction market pie.
WORLD CUP | Alex Freeman’s first World Cup goal stands after video review in US win vs Australia
Binance News - Alex Freeman’s first World Cup goal was allowed after a video review overturned an initial offside flag as the United States took a 2-0 first-half lead over Australia. Freeman headed in a deflected shot from Sergiño Dest, and semi-automated offside technology determined Freeman was onside and the goal stood, according to Yahoo Sports.
ECB’s Escrivá Says Energy Costs Are Spreading to Services, Transport
Binance News - A jump in energy prices is spreading to other parts of the euro-area economy, including services and transport, European Central Bank Governing Council member Jose Luis Escrivá said.
Polymarket analyst dismantles Bloomberg insider trading claims, calls flagged wallet a regular bettor
Cryptopolitan - Pseudonymous analyst Car has written a rebuttal to the Bloomberg report on alleged insider trading that flagged specific wallets and labeled tens of millions in trading volume as suspicious. Car’s thread highlighted what he says are several problems with Bloomberg’s methodology. The analyst stated that the publication overstated winnings and misread on-chain data to build...
Ethereum Foundation Co-Executive Director Hsiao-Wei Wang Resigns, Second Exit in Four Months
Binance News - Hsiao-Wei Wang resigned as co-executive director and board member of the Ethereum Foundation on Thursday, marking the second co-executive director departure in four months. According to NS3.AI, Ethereum Foundation board member Bastian Aue has assumed a larger interim role after overseeing a leadership transition during Wang’s sabbatical. Separately, former Ethereum Foundation coordinator Trent Van Epps estimated the organization faces an annual funding gap of roughly $30 million within a ...
Starbucks Cuts UK, Hong Kong Office Jobs in Restructuring Effort
Binance News - Starbucks Corp. laid off corporate workers in its London and Hong Kong hubs that oversee parts of its international business. In the restructuring, according to Bloomberg, the coffee chain is giving third-party licensees greater latitude to run its stores outside of North America.
WORLD CUP | Pochettino says ‘the feelings are good’ after Pulisic left out vs Australia
Binance News - Christian Pulisic was left out of the United States’ matchday squad for its 2026 World Cup group-stage game against Australia at 20.00 BST, and coach Mauricio Pochettino said the forward trained in the morning and that “the feelings are good,” according to Yahoo Sports. Pulisic withdrew at halftime of the USA’s opening 4-1 win over Paraguay after a knock in training, while Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie remained in the lineup and Sergino Dest and Timothy Weah were also included.
Bill Prohibits Policy Wagers on Prediction Platforms but Does Not Bar Congress Members
Binance News - A bill would prohibit policy wagers on prediction platforms while not specifically barring members of the US Congress from using the platforms or placing sports bets. According to Cointelegraph, the measure does not explicitly restrict lawmakers from participating on these platforms or engaging in sports wagering, but it draws a clear line against bets tied to policy outcomes. The report indicates the bill’s central restriction targets “policy wagers,” distinguishing them from other forms of activity that may occur on prediction markets. While the legislation does not single out Congress members for a blanket ban on platform use, it would still prohibit wagers related to ...
Microsoft Warns of New Malware Stealing Crypto via USB
cryptoDNES - Microsoft identifies a sophisticated crypto clipper spreading through USB devices to steal Bitcoin and Ethereum by hijacking system clipboards. The post Microsoft Warns of New Malware Stealing Crypto via USB appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
WORLD CUP | USA vs. Australia line-ups confirmed; Christian Pulisic ruled out
Binance News - Christian Pulisic has been ruled out of the United States’ 2026 World Cup group-stage match against Australia, with Mauricio Pochettino naming a 4-2-3-1 XI of Freese; Freeman, Ream, Richards, A. Robinson; Adams, McKennie; Dest, Tillman, Balogun; Pepi. Australia will start in a 5-4-1 with Beach; Italiano, Souttar, Burgess, Bos, Circati; Leckie, O’Neill, Okon-Enstler, Velupillay; Toure, with kick-off due at 20.00 BST, according to Yahoo Sports.
Canada Imposes Temporary 10% Tariff on Canned Vegetable Imports
Binance News - Canada imposed a temporary 10% import tax on canned vegetable imports to protect domestic growers and food processors. The Department of Finance announced the measure in a statement Friday, according to Bloomberg,
WORLD CUP | England assistant Anthony Barry to keep doing TV half-time interviews
Binance News - England assistant coach Anthony Barry will continue conducting televised half-time interviews during the World Cup despite his critical assessment of England’s first-half display against Croatia in Dallas, according to Yahoo Sports. England drew 2-2 at the break before Thomas Tuchel’s side won 4-2, and the camp believes having Tuchel or players do the media duties would not be the best use of limited half-time time; Tuchel is understood to welcome Barry’s honesty. Meanwhile, England medics are checking forward Marcus Rashford’s fitness before Tuesday’s match against Ghana after he reported muscle discomfort ...
GPT-5.6 Rumors Heat Up as Users Swear ChatGPT Suddenly Got Smarter
Decrypt - Many AI users are convinced that OpenAI is quietly running GPT-5.6 inside ChatGPT. OpenAI isn't confirming anything.
The Morgan Stanley 0.14% Fee Sets New Floor in Crypto ETF Fee War
99Bitcoins - Morgan Stanley filed spot Ethereum and Solana ETFs at 0.14% with 95% staking passthrough, undercutting BlackRock and Franklin Templeton in the crypto ETF fee war. The post The Morgan Stanley 0.14% Fee Sets New Floor in Crypto ETF Fee War appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
AI Won’t Make You a Good Trader, But Here’s How the Pros Use It Anyway
BeInCrypto - Four analysts explain how AI in crypto trading speeds up research but still rewards skilled, data-driven investors. The post AI Won’t Make You a Good Trader, But Here’s How the Pros Use It Anyway appeared first on BeInCrypto.
WORLD CUP | Pulisic out vs Australia with calf injury, Pochettino confirms
Binance News - USMNT forward Christian Pulisic will miss Friday’s World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury, coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed before kickoff. Ricardo Pepi replaced Pulisic in the starting lineup as the Americans looked to strengthen their position in Group D, according to Yahoo Sports.
Schwab to Join Prediction Markets Race With S&P 500 Event-Based Options: WSJ
Binance News - Charles Schwab is partnering with Cboe Global Markets to launch yes-or-no options contracts tied to the S&P 500, marking Schwab’s first move into prediction markets. The product would work like a binary option, paying a fixed amount or nothing depending on whether the index closes above or below a preset level, according to CoinDesk, citing a Wall Street Journal report. Rollout is expected in the coming months. Schwab and Cboe are also discussing “Plus Zone” contracts with partial payouts and potential expansion to other financial benchmarks, while avoiding politics or sports-linked markets.
Proposed Funds Would Reinvest Stock Dividends Into Bitcoin-Linked Investments
Binance News - Proposed funds would use a dividend reinvestment strategy to direct stock dividends into Bitcoin-linked investments, aiming to build cryptocurrency exposure over time. According to Cointelegraph, the structure would allocate dividends generated from stock holdings into investments tied to Bitcoin rather than distributing those dividends as cash. The approach described centers on gradually increasing Bitcoin-related exposure through ongoing reinvestment, using dividends as the primary source of incremental allocation. Under the proposal, the funds’ strategy would rely on stock dividend flows to accumulate positions in Bitcoin-linked instruments over ...
'It Was Magic': Evernorth CEO Lifts Curtain on Early Days of Ripple and XRP
U.Today - Evernorth CEO Ashish Birla links XRP's 2013 "coffee shop magic" to the asset's core financial mission ahead of the firm's Nasdaq debut. Evernorth CEO Ashish Birla links XRP's 2013 "coffee shop magic" to the asset's core financial mission ahead of the firm's Nasdaq debut.
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane Sees Neutral Rate As High As 2.5%
Binance News - European Central Bank Chief Economist Philip Lane said the neutral interest rate could be as high as 2.5%, suggesting the latest rate hike may not yet be restraining the economy, according to 36Kr. Speaking Thursday at an event hosted by Deutsche Bank, Lane said last week’s tightening decision may not have started to curb economic growth. He added that the ECB began last week’s move from a clearly neutral position, and that based on a range of neutral-rate models, the upper end of the neutral-rate range has risen to 2.5% from 2.25%.
Global Stocks End Strong Week on Cautious Note
Binance News - Global stocks ended a strong week on a cautious note as relief over an interim peace deal between the US and Iran gave way to focus on the challenges of securing a lasting agreement. In an interview, according to Bloomberg, Anneka Treon, global head of private banking, wealth management and investments at ING Investments, discussed her outlook for Europe, client concerns and the broader macro picture.
STOCKS | Google Class C Shares Open at $367 as Analysts Set $550 One-Year Target
Binance News - Google Class C shares opened Friday at $367, with a TradingView analyst consensus setting a one-year maximum target of $550. According to NS3.AI, analysts also cautioned that broader stock market turbulence could pressure GOOG down to $340. The outlook highlights a wide projected trading range for the stock over the next year, with upside targets alongside downside risk tied to overall market conditions.
South Africa Near Hiring Manager for 148-Billion-Rand Property Portfolio
Binance News - South Africa is close to hiring a manager for its 148-billion-rand ($9 billion) property portfolio. In a move tied to plans to establish a state-owned company to house government assets, according to Bloomberg, the country is advancing steps to set up the new entity.
Aspen Disruption Triggers South Africa Contraceptive Shortage
Binance News - A disruption at Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Ltd.’s manufacturing facilities has led to shortages of oral contraceptives across South Africa, according to Bloomberg, citing the health department and a local pharmacy chain.
Bitcoin News: Russia Legalizes BTC for Foreign Trade
99Bitcoins - Russia's crypto law takes effect July 1, 2026, opening a permissioned Bitcoin and stablecoin corridor for foreign trade after $11bn in pilot settlements. The post Bitcoin News: Russia Legalizes BTC for Foreign Trade appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
STOCKS | U.S. Semiconductor Stocks Reach Record 18.8% Weight in S&P 500, Kobeissi Letter Says
Binance News - U.S. semiconductor stocks have risen to about 18.8% of the S&P 500’s total market value, marking a record high, according to data analysis shared by The Kobeissi Letter on X. According to Odaily, the semiconductor sector’s weight has more than tripled since 2022. Over the same period, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index (SOX) has gained about 546%, The Kobeissi Letter said. The analysis also said the sector’s current S&P 500 weighting is now more than half of its peak level during the 2000 internet bubble period. It added that ...
2PointZero PJSC Gets First Buy Rating
Binance News - Abu Dhabi-listed holding company 2PointZero PJSC received its first research “buy” rating on Friday. In a note, according to Bloomberg, the initiation offers rare insight into one of the emirate’s largest listed holding firms, valued at about $21 billion.
AI TRENDS | OpenAI Launches LifeSciBench to Evaluate AI Performance in Real Research Tasks
Binance News - OpenAI has released a new evaluation benchmark, LifeSciBench, designed to measure AI systems’ capabilities in real scientific research settings. According to Odaily, LifeSciBench is built on 750 expert-written tasks spanning seven research workflows and seven biology domains. The tasks were contributed by 173 researchers with PhDs and experience in biotechnology or the pharmaceutical industry. The benchmark focuses on assessing complex research abilities, including evidence integration, experimental design, data analysis, scientific reasoning, and research communication, rather than single fact-based questions. ...
Franklin Templeton Files for Innovative Bitcoin Dividend ETFs
cryptoDNES - Franklin Templeton seeks SEC approval for two new ETFs that use stock dividends to automatically buy Bitcoin, bridging Wall Street and crypto markets. The post Franklin Templeton Files for Innovative Bitcoin Dividend ETFs appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Ethereum Whales Continue Accumulating ETH With Large Withdrawals From a Centralized Exchange
Binance News - Ethereum whales continued to increase their holdings on June 19, with two large ETH withdrawals reported within a two-hour window. According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, monitoring data showed that K3 Capital withdrew 10,000 ETH from a CEX (centralized exchange) about two hours earlier. The same monitoring also reported that a wallet linked to Wang Chun, a co-founder of F2Pool, withdrew 7,650 ETH from the same CEX over the past two hours.
AI TRENDS | Amazon Pulls Sam Altman Film "Artificial" From Release Schedule After OpenAI Investment
Binance News - Amazon has removed the nearly completed film "Artificial," which centers on Sam Altman, from its release schedule, months after a $50 billion investment in OpenAI. According to NS3.AI, Creative Artists Agency is now screening the film for potential new distributors following Amazon’s decision. The report did not provide further details on the reasons for the change or any revised release plans.
Andrew Tate loses nearly $86,000 longing and shorting Bitcoin
CoinTelegraph - Andrew Tate’s Hyperliquid wallet shows over $803,800 in all-time perps losses after repeated crypto WLFI liquidations.
STOCKS | Intel Shares Jump About 9% After Trump Announces U.S. Chip Design and Manufacturing Plan
Binance News - Intel stock surged about 9% in one day after Trump announced a U.S. chip design and manufacturing plan. According to NS3.AI, KobeissiLetter analysis said the plan could shift U.S. chip capacity toward consumer electronics and defense. The analysis added that such a shift could indirectly tighten supply for ASIC mining rigs by compressing available manufacturing capacity.
Magna Founder Frank Stronach Found Guilty of Sexual Assault, CBC Reports
Binance News - Magna International Inc. founder Frank Stronach was found guilty of one count of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault in a Toronto courtroom Friday. according to Bloomberg, the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. reported the verdict.
AI | UnitedHealth’s $3 Billion AI Push Has Bots Calling Doctors
Binance News - UnitedHealth Group Inc. is spending $3 billion on artificial intelligence, including trials in which AI agents call doctors’ offices to schedule patient appointments. According to Bloomberg, the company is also using AI to read aloud summaries of medical charts for nurses driving to patients’ homes and to analyze millions of customer calls to identify the causes of complaints.
Health App Users Receiving $59,500,000 Payout in Settlement Over Alleged Collecting and Disclosing of Intimate Data
DailyHODL - Three firms have agreed to settle a class action lawsuit filed over accusations that sensitive user data was shared with third-party companies without consent. According to the newly updated settlement administrator portal, the period and ovulation tracker app Flo Health allegedly shared users’ menstruation and/or pregnancy data with third-party firms after incorporating software development kits […] The post Health App Users Receiving $59,500,000 Payout in Settlement Over Alleged Collecting and Disclosing of Intimate Data appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Signal President Whittaker Warns Big Tech and AI Threaten Privacy
Binance News - Signal President Meredith Whittaker said “three companies” can make decisions that “fundamentally harm our collective cybersecurity,” according to Bloomberg, as she warned that AI and big tech pose a major threat to privacy in an interview with Mishal Husain.
AbbVie Nears Almost $11 Billion Cash Deal for Apogee Therapeutics, FT Reports
Binance News - AbbVie Inc. is nearing a deal to buy Apogee Therapeutics Inc. for almost $11 billion in cash to bolster its anti-inflammatory portfolio, according to a Financial Times report. In the second sentence, according to Bloomberg, the report said the acquisition would expand AbbVie’s anti-inflammatory drug lineup.
MDA Space to Buy Blue Canyon for $620 Million in Defense Push
Binance News - Canada’s MDA Space Ltd. agreed to acquire Blue Canyon Technologies LLC in an all-cash, $620 million deal. According to Bloomberg, the transaction will allow MDA Space to bid for classified work in the US.