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UK finalizes crypto rules; Bitmine boosts Ether to 5.7M; Iran talks shipping lane changes.
Bitmine lifts Ether holdings to 5.7M as it joins Russell 1000
CoinTelegraph - Bitmine purchased about $43 million worth of Ether last week as it entered the Russell 1000 Index, bringing it closer to its goal of owning 5% of ETH’s supply.
Crypto Analyst Challenges Ripple’s CEO Take on Strategy: ‘Two Giants, Same Model’
CryptoPotato - Merlijn says Garlinghouse should not be attacking Saylor since Ripple funds itself by selling XRP from escrow every month.
UK Crypto Firms Face February 2027 FCA Authorization Cutoff
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The clock is ticking. The Financial Conduct Authority has locked in a February 2027 deadline for cryptocurrency firms operating in… Read the original on UK Crypto Firms Face February 2027 FCA Authorization Cutoff. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
U.S. And Iran Differ Over Memorandum Interpretation on Strait Of Hormuz, Analyst Says
Binance News - A maritime security analyst said the United States and Iran have diverging interpretations of a memorandum of understanding, with the gap most evident in arrangements for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, Al Jazeera cited maritime security analyst Alexandru Hudisteanu as saying the two sides’ readings are “misaligned,” with Iran favoring a strict, clause-by-clause interpretation while the United States emphasizes the broader spirit of the agreement. The analysis said Iran wants the current arrangement to be established as a ...
China PMI Shows Relatively Constructive June Picture, BofA Says
Binance News - China’s factory and non-manufacturing activity fared better than expected in June, according to Bloomberg. BofA’s Helen Qiao said supply-side factors have been “pretty resilient for some time,” but the key question is demand, including consumption and investment.
Indonesia Biofuel Push Seen Straining Producers and Tightening Palm Oil Markets
Binance News - Indonesia’s rollout of a palm-diesel blend is expected to push the country’s biofuel producers to their limits and tighten global palm oil supplies by diverting output away from export markets, according to Bloomberg.
Adjacent Completes $2.5 Million Pre-Seed Funding Round With Night Capital and VanEck Participation
Binance News - Adjacent, a project building a prediction market index, has completed a $2.5 million pre-seed funding round. According to Foresight News, participants in the round included Night Capital, VanEck, UFO Holdings, Maven 11, and DCG. The report said the specific amount raised has not been disclosed.
Argentina’s April Economic Activity Index Rises 1.6% Year on Year, Missing Expectations
Binance News - Argentina’s economic activity index rose 1.6% year on year in April, below market expectations for a 2.2% increase. According to Jin10, the April reading came in weaker than the expected 2.2% growth rate.
Lagarde Says Calling June Rate Hike an “Insurance” Increase Is Inaccurate
Binance News - European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said it is not accurate to describe the June interest rate increase as an “insurance” hike. According to Jin10, Lagarde made the remark while addressing how the June rate move should be characterized.
WORLD CUP | Cody Gakpo scores 72nd-minute winner as Netherlands lead Morocco in Round of 32
Binance News - Cody Gakpo scored in the 72nd minute to put the Netherlands ahead of Morocco in their World Cup Round of 32 match on Monday, then collapsed in visible emotion after the goal, according to Yahoo Sports. The Liverpool forward finished after a desperation lay-off from a fouled Crysencio Summerville, blasting past Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou. Yahoo Sports reported Gakpo’s partner, Noa van der Bij, announced earlier this week that they lost a baby son during her pregnancy, and Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman said the team had supported him.
STOCKS | Eli Lilly and Regeneron Join FDA’s New Pilot Program
Binance News - Eli Lilly (LLY.N) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN.O) have become among the first companies selected for a new pilot program run by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. According to Jin10, CNBC reported that the two drugmakers were included in the initial group admitted to the FDA’s new trial initiative.
Supreme Court Lets Trump Fire SEC and CFTC Commissioners, Shaking 91-Year Precedent
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The Supreme Court just handed the White House a massive new weapon. President Trump can now remove SEC and CFTC… Read the original on Supreme Court Lets Trump Fire SEC and CFTC Commissioners, Shaking 91-Year Precedent. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Paraguay declares holiday after upsetting Germany on penalties in last-32
Binance News - Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday for Tuesday, 30 June, after Paraguay beat Germany in the World Cup last-32, according to Yahoo Sports. Julio Enciso headed Paraguay in front before Kai Havertz equalised, and a Jonathan Tah extra-time header for Germany was ruled out after a VAR review. Paraguay won the penalty shootout when Jose Canale beat Manuel Neuer, despite missing two earlier chances to clinch it. Paraguay will face either France or Sweden in the last-16 in Philadelphia on Saturday.
Indonesian Bonds Draw $1.2 Billion as Higher Yields Lure Funds
Binance News - Indonesian bonds are on track for their biggest monthly inflow in more than a year, as higher yields attract foreign investors and help support the rupiah, according to Bloomberg.
China Said to Discourage Firms From High-Interest Offshore Funding, Bloomberg Reports
Binance News - China’s government is discouraging companies from raising funds overseas at higher interest rates as it seeks to curb risks among local borrowers carrying more than $100 billion in offshore debt, according to Ming Pao, citing a Bloomberg report.
Iran Says It Told Oman to Redraw Shipping Lanes in the Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - Iran’s deputy foreign minister said Iran has informed Oman that shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz need to be redrawn. According to Jin10, the deputy foreign minister said the two sides will hold technical talks on the issue.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Says Iran and Oman Experts to Begin Talks in Coming Days
Binance News - Iran’s deputy foreign minister said that experts from Iran and Oman will begin talks on the matter in the coming days. According to Jin10, the official did not provide further details on the agenda, location, or timing of the discussions.
Mizuho, SMFG Help Drive Record Overseas Japanese Corporate Bond Sales
Binance News - Mizuho Financial Group Inc. and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. helped push foreign-currency bond sales by Japanese companies to a quarterly record on Monday as firms tapped deeper overseas markets to fund growth, according to Bloomberg.
AI | StanChart’s Former AI Chief David Hardoon Joins Accenture as Southeast Asia Advanced AI Head
Binance News - David Hardoon, Standard Chartered Plc’s former global head of AI enablement, has joined Accenture Plc as a managing director and head of advanced AI for Southeast Asia, according to Bloomberg.
AI TRENDS | Moonshot AI Denies False Fundraising and Equity Trading Claims
Binance News - Moonshot AI said it has found multiple cases of false fundraising and equity transaction information circulating in the market under the company’s name, and said some institutions and individuals are suspected of fraud. According to Odaily, the AI large-model company said in a statement on June 29 that all of its fundraising activities are handled directly by the company. Moonshot AI said it has not hired or authorized any third-party institution to act as a financial adviser or fundraising adviser to handle any financing transactions, including new share issuances and transfers of existing shares. ...
AI | South Korea to Consider Cutting Nuclear Build Times as Power Demand Surges
Binance News - South Korea’s government will consider ways to shorten construction times for nuclear power plants as it seeks to boost energy supply to meet rising electricity demand tied to artificial intelligence, according to Bloomberg.
New Zealand Firms More Confident as Fuel Prices Ease, ANZ Says
Binance News - New Zealand companies responded positively to early signs of a US-Iran peace deal and indications of cheaper fuel prices, according to Bloomberg. ANZ said the findings came from a survey showing improved business confidence as fuel costs appeared to ease.
China’s June 2026 Non-Manufacturing PMI Rises to 50.2%, NBS Official Says
Binance News - China’s non-manufacturing business activity index came in at 50.2% in June 2026, up 0.1 percentage point from the previous month, indicating a modest improvement in the sector’s overall conditions, according to 36Kr citing an interpretation by Huo Lihui, chief statistician at the Service Survey Center of China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The services business activity index rose 0.1 percentage point to 50.4%. By industry, business activity indexes for telecom, broadcasting and satellite transmission services, internet software and IT services, monetary and financial services, and insurance were all above 55.0%, while air transport and real estate remained below the expansion-contraction threshold. The services business ...
China Manufacturing Returns to Growth as Exports Boom
Binance News - China’s factory activity improved more than expected in June, returning to growth as booming exports helped offset cooling momentum in the domestic economy, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | BOE Technology Shares Rise Over 7%, Hitting Highest Level Since 2009
Binance News - BOE Technology Group Co., Ltd. (BOE A) shares rose more than 7% today, with turnover exceeding 14 billion yuan, and the stock price reached its highest level since 2009. According to Odaily, since the current rally began in late May, the company’s shares have gained about 60% in total. One factor cited for the rise was a memorandum of cooperation signed by BOE and Corning on May 20. The two companies plan to cooperate in areas including glass-based packaging substrates, foldable glass, perovskite glass substrates, and optical interconnects. ...
UK finalizes sweeping crypto rules, raising the bar for global market standards
Cryptopolitan - On June 29, Britain’s financial regulator released final rules that establish capital requirements, regulate market abuse and govern stablecoins for crypto-entities, creating what is likely to be one of the most comprehensive national crypto frameworks globally and establishing a reference standard that crypto exchanges, custodians, and issuers operating across borders will need to monitor. The...
AI TRENDS | OpenClaw Launches Native Mobile App on Apple App Store and Google Play
Binance News - OpenClaw announced that its native mobile OpenClaw app is now available on Apple’s App Store and Google Play Store. According to PANews, users can pair the app with a private OpenClaw gateway via mobile phones to enable localized AI assistant functions, including chat, voice calls, approval management, and device-aware automation. The company said the app follows a “local-first” approach, with users controlling all keys, configurations, and permissions. It added that device permissions are enabled on an as-needed basis.
GEOPOLITICS | Trump Temporarily Lifts Duties on Moroccan Phosphate Fertilizer
Binance News - US President Donald Trump will temporarily lift duties on phosphate fertilizer from Morocco as the administration seeks to support a struggling farm economy and address consumer concerns about food inflation, according to Bloomberg.
Ansem Says Crypto Should Become “Cool” for Mainstream Users
Binance News - Crypto KOL Ansem said in a post on X that in the current cycle, the goal is to make cryptocurrencies “cool” for ordinary mainstream users. According to Odaily, Ansem wrote: “This cycle, we’re going to make crypto truly cool for normies.”
Whale Reports Unrealized Loss After Long Positions in Crude Oil and Gold, Analyst Says
Binance News - A whale has taken long positions in crude oil and gold, according to analyst Yu Jin. According to Odaily, the whale went long crude oil at $100.4 and went long gold at $4,345. Yu Jin said the whale currently has a total unrealized loss of about $5.7 million, citing a recent crude oil pullback of about 27% and a gold pullback of about 9%.
Grant Cardone Says Cardone Capital Increased Bitcoin Holdings at $59,000
Binance News - Cardone Capital CEO and billionaire Grant Cardone said the U.S. real estate investment firm increased its Bitcoin position when the price was $59,000, bringing its total holdings to more than 2,700 BTC. According to Foresight News, Cardone disclosed the purchase in a post on X.
Maersk Raises Full-Year Guidance, Lifts Adjusted EBITDA Outlook to $8 Billion–$10 Billion
Binance News - Maersk has raised its full-year earnings guidance, lifting its outlook for adjusted EBITDA to $8 billion to $10 billion and its adjusted EBIT outlook to $2 billion to $4 billion. According to Jin10, the update was reported as a market source item and referred to Maersk as an international shipping industry giant.
Azerbaijan Plans Crypto Licensing Law by End of the Year With AML and KYC Requirements
Binance News - Azerbaijan plans to introduce legislation by the end of the year that would require cryptocurrency companies to obtain licenses. According to NS3.AI, the planned rules would also require crypto firms to comply with Anti-Money Laundering and Know Your Customer requirements. The report did not provide additional details on the scope of the licensing regime, the regulator in charge, or potential penalties for noncompliance.
U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve Crude Stocks Fall by About 5.5 Million Barrels to 325.7 Million
Binance News - U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) crude oil inventories fell by about 5.5 million barrels last week to 325.7 million barrels, the lowest level since 1983. According to Jin10, the figures were based on data from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Iran Says Technical Delegation to Visit Qatar This Week to Discuss MoU Implementation
Binance News - Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said an Iranian technical delegation will visit Qatar this week to discuss the implementation of a memorandum of understanding. According to Jin10, the spokesperson also said there are no plans to hold negotiations with the United States in the coming days.
CFTC Investigates Polymarket Over Operations, Including Social Media Activity
Binance News - The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is conducting a broad investigation into prediction market platform Polymarket, covering areas including its social media activity. According to Odaily, earlier reports said Polymarket hired dozens of mostly college-age social media creators to film fake trading videos to attract users. The investigation also extends to other parts of the company’s operations. The CFTC and the U.S. Department of Justice ended an investigation last year ...
Tencent Steps Up Buybacks After Share Rout Erases $309 Billion
Binance News - Tencent Holdings Ltd. is ramping up share buybacks as its Hong Kong-listed stock struggles to recover from a selloff that has wiped out about $309 billion in market value since early October, according to Bloomberg.
China Cuts Dividend Insurance Illustration Rate Cap to 3.5% From 3.9% Starting July 1
Binance News - The maximum illustrated rate used in sales materials for dividend-paying life insurance products in China will be lowered to 3.5% from 3.9% starting July 1, according to 36Kr. Insurers must complete filing changes for products showing rates above 3.5% by June 30, or submit them for delisting. As the deadline approaches, marketing copy on social platforms has promoted “imminent rate cuts” and “last chance” messages. 36Kr said research found the adjustment does not change the interest rate stipulated in policy contracts for dividend insurance, meaning it may not necessarily reduce consumers’ actual returns, but is more likely to curb overly aggressive sales ...
CITIC Securities: Current AI Trade Resembles 2021 New-Energy Cycle More Than 2000 Dot-Com Boom
Binance News - A CITIC Securities research note said the AI market rally since June 2025 looks more like the 2021 new-energy cycle than the 2000 dot-com cycle, according to 36Kr. The note said upstream AI-related names still have not seen a collapse in forward P/E multiples and earnings expectations are only starting to be revised up. It flagged four potential “peak” signals: a top in prices of the “least scarce” product (it compared 2021 electrolyte to today’s silicon wafers), broad downstream price hikes and cost complaints, higher frequency of overseas capex disclosures, and a sharp drop in positioning/crowding and market breadth. ...
Shenzhen Stock Exchange Adds NetEase, Removes Fu Shou Yuan From Stock Connect List
Binance News - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange announced an adjustment to the eligible securities list for southbound trading under Stock Connect, effective June 30, 2026, according to 36Kr. NetEase will be added to the Hong Kong Stock Connect roster, while Fu Shou Yuan will be removed, the exchange said, citing its implementation rules for Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect.
CITIC Securities Forecasts China’s 2026 GDP Growth at About 4.7%
Binance News - CITIC Securities said in a research note that in the second half of 2026, China’s economy will be reshaped by spillover effects from an AI-related capital expenditure cycle and imported inflation, according to 36Kr. The brokerage said exports are likely to remain strong while domestic demand stays steady, and it forecast full-year real GDP growth of about 4.7%. On asset allocation, CITIC Securities said base metals, crude oil and equities are relatively high-certainty directions for the second half. Within equities, it highlighted structural opportunities in an “AI + energy and chemicals” combination. For bonds, it said the bond market’s interest-rate range-bound ...
Trump Warns Gas Retailers to Cut Prices, Targets About $2.50 a Gallon
Binance News - US President Donald Trump said on Monday local time that gasoline retailers must immediately lower fuel prices, warning they could face “big trouble” if they do not, according to 36Kr. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that price gouging is “completely illegal” and said the target price should be set at around $2.50 per gallon.
AI TRENDS | Anthropic’s Claude Models Go Live on Microsoft Azure’s NVIDIA GB300 Blackwell Ultra Platform
Binance News - Nvidia said Anthropic’s Claude series models have gone live on Microsoft Azure’s NVIDIA GB300 Blackwell Ultra platform. According to Jin10, the update involves the Claude model family being available on Azure through the NVIDIA GB300 Blackwell Ultra platform.
Jana Builds Bigger Stake in Fintech Alkami, Pushes for Sale
Binance News - Activist investor Jana Partners has built a larger stake in Alkami Technology Inc. and is urging the financial technology company to move forward with a sale, according to Bloomberg, citing a person familiar with the matter.
Australian Pension Funds Increase Property Exposure as Other Investors Pull Back
Binance News - Some of Australia’s largest pension funds are increasing their exposure to global and domestic real estate, taking advantage of a broader investor retreat from the sector, according to Bloomberg.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Warns France Against Involvement in Hormuz Strait Mine-Clearing
Binance News - Iran’s deputy foreign minister said that, under the Islamabad Memorandum, only Iran has the right to conduct mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, the deputy foreign minister warned France not to get involved in related matters, saying such involvement would only further complicate an already highly sensitive situation.
South Korea Tightens Property Curbs as Chip Boom Spurs Home Prices
Binance News - South Korea imposed tougher property curbs in neighborhoods outside Seoul near semiconductor hubs after a boom in the industry fueled sharp home-price gains and raised concerns about speculative buying, according to Bloomberg.
Japan Factory Output Rises in May as Iran War Fallout Seen as Manageable
Binance News - Japan’s factory output rose in May as manufacturers were able to cope with the fallout from the war in Iran, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | China National Building Material Tops Stock Connect Additions; CSOP Hang Seng TECH Sees Biggest Cut
Binance News - China National Building Material (3323) recorded the largest increase in holdings via Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect, rising by 55.905 million shares on the holding date of June 29, 2026, according to Ming Pao. CSOP Hang Seng TECH (3033) saw the largest reduction in holdings, with a decrease of 308 million shares over the same period.
Bitcoin Metric That Marked Every Cycle Bottom Since 2016 Just Flashed Again, Analyst Says
Bitcoin.com - An on-chain bitcoin metric that previously flashed at every cycle bottom since 2016 has triggered again as more investors sell at a loss during the current correction. Bitcoin Metric Drops to Levels Last Seen Near Market Bottoms Market data shows bitcoin investors are increasingly realizing losses, with a key on-chain indicator flashing a capitulation signal […]
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to Attend ECB Forum in Sintra on Wednesday
Binance News - Fed Chair Kevin Warsh is set to attend the European Central Bank forum in Sintra on Wednesday, according to Axios. According to Jin10, markets are closely watching whether Warsh will provide clearer signals on the outlook for interest-rate hikes than he did at a press conference in mid-June.
Qatar Ministers Discuss Regional Developments and Coordination With Iran’s Acting Defense Minister
Binance News - Qatari ministers discussed regional developments and joint coordination matters with Iran’s acting defense minister, Qatar News Agency reported. The report did not provide further details on the topics covered, the timing of the discussions, or any outcomes.
Air New Zealand to Defer Aircraft Deliveries in Cost-Cutting Strategy Reset
Binance News - Air New Zealand will delay some future deliveries of new aircraft as part of a strategy reset aimed at cutting costs and stemming losses, according to Bloomberg. Chief Executive Officer Nikhil Ravishankar is seeking to return the loss-making airline to profitability.
Eleanor Terrett Says JPMorgan Blog Did Not Endorse the Clarity Act
Binance News - The crypto journalist Eleanor Terrett said in a post on X that she did not interpret a JPMorgan blog article as supporting the Clarity Act. According to Odaily, Terrett said the article’s author praised digital assets for their potential to advance tokenization and modernize financial infrastructure, but did not back any specific legislation. Terrett said the blog post instead broadly advocated for a digital asset market structure framework with stronger safeguards and echoed JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon’s earlier concerns about stablecoin yields and illicit finance. ...
Luxshare Precision Plans Hong Kong Listing of Up to 383.4 Million H Shares at No More Than HK$63.28 Each
Binance News - Luxshare Precision said in a Hong Kong Stock Exchange filing that it plans to issue up to 383.4 million H shares in its Hong Kong listing, subject to the exercise of an over-allotment option, according to 36Kr. The offer price is set at no more than HK$63.28 per share, and trading is expected to begin on July 7.
Nexchip Semiconductor Plans 216.17 Million Share Hong Kong IPO at Up to HK$32.30
Binance News - Nexchip Semiconductor said in a Hong Kong Stock Exchange filing that it plans a global offering of 216,167,000 H shares, with an offer price of no more than HK$32.30 per share, according to 36Kr. The company expects its shares to begin trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on July 10, 2026.
ECB’s Lagarde Says This Month’s Key Rate Hike Was Based on Forecasts, Not a Pre-Emptive Move
Binance News - European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Monday that the ECB’s decision to raise key interest rates this month was based on its forecasts rather than a pre-emptive step to manage the risk of inflation getting out of control, according to 36Kr. Lagarde said the decision reflected what the ECB was seeing at the time, and that the bank’s confidence in making the move amid high uncertainty was supported by years of investment in data, indicators and forecasting.
Ransomware Leak From Tata Electronics Data Theft Exposes iPhone 18 Pro Component, Supplier Details
Binance News - Files posted on the dark web by a ransomware group that stole data from Tata Electronics, an Apple supplier in India, include sensitive component and supplier lists and photos related to Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro, according to 36Kr. The disclosure could disrupt Apple’s tightly managed iPhone assembly operations, which rely on a global network of suppliers. The leak may also damage Apple’s relationship with Tata Group, given Apple’s strict confidentiality protections in most supplier agreements, and could reveal supplier responsibilities to competitors, counterfeiters, and Apple’s own suppliers.
STOCKS | China Stocks Lag Global AI Rally by Most Since 2001
Binance News - Bloomberg reported that the MSCI China Index has tumbled 15% in 2026, the worst performance globally after Indonesia, with the gauge last week trading at its lowest level relative to MSCI's world index since the immediate aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. The two biggest weightings — Tencent and Alibaba — have plunged more than 29%, wiping out a combined $337 billion in market value. The poor performance marks a sharp reversal from expectations at the start of the year, when Goldman Sachs predicted a 20% rally for the MSCI China and Lombard Odier raised its recommendation to "preferred." Such hopes turned to disillusionment given large equity rallies in neighboring South Korea, Taiwan and Japan, where benchmark indices gained between 17% and 99%. ...
Amazon Sued by Australian Consumer Watchdog Over Prime Video Ads
Binance News - Amazon.com Inc. has been sued by Australia’s consumer watchdog over its move to introduce advertising on its Prime Video streaming service and then require existing subscribers to pay more to avoid the ads, according to Bloomberg.
Former BOJ Official Yamamoto Sees Next Rate Hike Likely Before December
Binance News - The Bank of Japan will probably raise interest rates before December as it continues normalizing what remain excessively accommodative financial conditions, according to Bloomberg. Kenzo Yamamoto, a former BOJ executive director, said the next hike is likely to come earlier than many expect.
Honda May Use Proceeds From Euro Bond Sale to Pay Parts Suppliers
Binance News - Honda Motor said proceeds from its euro-denominated bond issuance may be used to make payments to parts suppliers. According to Jin10, the information was reported by Nikkei.
Galaxy Digital Cuts CLARITY Act Odds to 50% as Senate Clock Runs Out
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Alex Thorn didn’t mince words. Galaxy Digital’s head of firmwide research dropped his estimated probability of the CLARITY Act passing… Read the original on Galaxy Digital Cuts CLARITY Act Odds to 50% as Senate Clock Runs Out. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | VAR rules out Tah extra-time header as Paraguay eliminate Germany on penalties
Binance News - Jonathan Tah’s extra-time headed goal was controversially ruled out after a VAR review in Germany’s last-32 World Cup tie against Paraguay, leaving the match level at 1-1. The goal was disallowed for a foul on Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill by Waldemar Anton after referee Jalal Jayed reviewed the incident on the pitchside monitor, according to Yahoo Sports. Paraguay went on to win a penalty shootout in Boston to knock out four-time champions Germany and advance to the last 16, where they will face either France or Sweden on Saturday.
U.S. Six-Month Treasury Bill Auction Bid-To-Cover Rises to 2.58
Binance News - The U.S. six-month Treasury bill auction recorded a bid-to-cover ratio of 2.58, up from 2.51 previously. According to Jin10, the result was reported for the auction dated June 29.
Securitize heads to NYSE debut after investors approve SPAC merger
Binance News - Securitize is set to debut on the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday after investors approved its merger with a SPAC, according to CoinDesk, positioning it as one of the first publicly traded pure-play tokenization companies.
House Passes Online Safety Bill as Senators Seek More Safeguards
Binance News - The House on Monday passed legislation that would require new online safety protections for children, signaling growing momentum in Washington to address concerns among US parents, according to Bloomberg. The measure sets up a clash with senators who are seeking stronger safeguards.
Home Flippers Return to Hong Kong as Residential Prices Recover
Binance News - Home flippers are returning to Hong Kong’s residential market as a property-price recovery draws investors looking to renovate homes and resell into rising prices, according to Bloomberg.
Securitize's SPAC Merger Wins Shareholder Approval as CEPT Shares Rise 20%
Binance News - Securitize has received shareholder approval for its SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners II, and Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) shares rallied 20% during the Monday session. According to NS3.AI, the transaction is expected to close on Wednesday, subject to customary closing conditions. The combined company is expected to begin trading Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker SECZ.
GEOPOLITICS | Egypt Nears $1.6 Billion IMF Payout After Preliminary Deal
Binance News - The International Monetary Fund and Egypt reached a preliminary deal on the country’s latest program review, putting Cairo on track to unlock more than $1.6 billion in financing, according to Bloomberg.
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Says Supreme Court Ruling Underscores Fed Independence
Binance News - Fed Governor Lisa Cook said the Supreme Court decided to uphold a lower court ruling and confirmed that removals must follow due process and require just cause. According to Jin10, Cook said the decision showed that the Federal Reserve’s independence was critical to carrying out the price stability and maximum employment mandate assigned by Congress.
WORLD CUP | Germany vs Paraguay goes to extra time in World Cup round of 32
Binance News - Germany and Paraguay went to extra time in their World Cup round-of-32 match after Kai Havertz scored a glancing header to level after half-time, according to Yahoo Sports. Julio Enciso had headed Paraguay in front after Germany dominated the first half without a shot on target, and the winner will play France or Sweden in the last 16 on Saturday (22:00 BST).
Revolut Says Valuation Rose to $75 Billion in November Sale After Reviewing 1 Million Applications
Binance News - Revolut said its valuation increased from $45 billion in 2024 to $75 billion in a November sale. According to NS3.AI, the London-based fintech disclosed the figures while publishing its internal hiring playbook. Revolut said it reviewed more than 1 million job applications last year for roughly 1,000 roles.
Raizen Reports 3.4 Billion Reais Cash Burn, Doubles Impairment Charge Amid Restructuring
Binance News - Brazilian sugar and fuels company Raizen SA reported a cash burn of 3.4 billion reais ($657 million) for the first three months of 2026 as it continues a debt restructuring plan, according to Bloomberg. The company also roughly doubled its impairment charge for the crop year, signaling ongoing challenges during the overhaul.
Fundstrat Strategist Tells Crypto Holders to Sit Tight Through Market Chaos
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Panic is spreading. And Fundstrat’s top strategist wants no part of it — at least not from the investors he’s… Read the original on Fundstrat Strategist Tells Crypto Holders to Sit Tight Through Market Chaos. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Israel’s Defense Minister Says U.S. Pressure Forced Shift in Strategy Against Hezbollah
Binance News - Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz said U.S. government pressure led the Israeli military to change its operational strategy toward Lebanon’s Hezbollah. According to Jin10, Katz disclosed the details in a closed-door conversation with military reporters. Katz said the shift was influenced by U.S. pressure and by Washington’s policy of linking Iran and Lebanon. He stated that after U.S. President Donald Trump chose to “bundle” the Iran situation with the Lebanon situation, the Israeli military then stopped bombing Beirut, Lebanon’s capital. ...
Revolut Publishes Hiring Playbook After Reviewing 1 Million Applications for 1,000 Roles
Binance News - Revolut published an internal hiring playbook, saying it reviewed more than 1 million applications last year to fill roughly 1,000 roles, implying an acceptance rate near 0.1%. according to BeInCrypto, the London fintech says it grew from 100 employees in 2017 to more than 12,000 in 2025 and rebuilt its recruitment process to maintain pace. The blueprint comes from QuantumLight, the quantitative venture firm founded by Revolut CEO Nik Storonsky, first published in 2025 alongside a $250 million debut fund. Revolut’s valuation rose from $45 billion in 2024 to $75 billion in a November sale; it posted a record $2.3 billion annual profit in 2025 and ...
Revolut Reveals the Hiring Secret Behind Its $75 Billion Rise
BeInCrypto - Revolut reviewed 1 million applications to hire 1,000 last year, revealing the formula behind its $75 billion rise. The post Revolut Reveals the Hiring Secret Behind Its $75 Billion Rise appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Forgent, Neos Partners Offer About 35 Million Shares After Stock Doubles Since IPO
Binance News - Forgent Power Solutions Inc. and its private equity backer Neos Partners LP are offering to sell about 35 million shares, marking the third stock sale since the power distribution equipment maker went public in February, according to Bloomberg.
Garden Endorses New Fortune Brands CEO After Campaign
Binance News - Activist investor Garden is praising Fortune Brands Innovations Inc.’s appointment of a new chief executive officer on Monday after pushing for management changes at the company, according to Bloomberg.
Crypto Market Wipes $2.6 Trillion in Cap as Q3 Pressure Builds
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The number is brutal. A $2.6 trillion wipe-out in total cryptocurrency market capitalization, hitting as the third quarter gets underway,… Read the original on Crypto Market Wipes $2.6 Trillion in Cap as Q3 Pressure Builds. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Paraguay take shock lead against Germany in World Cup round of 32
Binance News - Paraguay took a shock lead against Germany in their World Cup round-of-32 match after Julio Enciso scored a header, according to Yahoo Sports. Germany dominated the first half but did not register a shot on target, with Thomas Hitzlsperger saying at half-time: "It sums the team up." The match is Germany's first World Cup knockout game since 2014, when they won the tournament, and the winner will face France or Sweden in the last 16 on Saturday (22:00 BST).
Ripple CTO Emeritus Unveils Plan to Tackle XRPL DEX Front-Running
CryptoPotato - The proposal aims to give XRPL users guaranteed execution priority if they pay a reservation fee before a ledger closes.
Bridge Football Group Buys Grasshopper Club Zurich From LA Team
Binance News - Bridge Football Group has bought Grasshopper Club Zurich, one of Switzerland’s most storied football teams, according to Bloomberg.
U.S. Dollar Index Falls 0.25% to 101.105 on the 29th
Binance News - The U.S. dollar index fell 0.25% on the 29th, ending the session at 101.105, a measure of the dollar against six major currencies. According to ChainCatcher, the update was reported by Jin10. In late foreign-exchange trading, the euro rose to $1.1425 from $1.1386 in the previous session, while the British pound increased to $1.3257 from $1.32. Against the Japanese yen, the dollar strengthened to 161.97 from 161.74. The dollar weakened versus the Swiss franc to 0.8075 from 0.8097. ...
Trump Has About 10 Days to Decide on Bill Blocking Fed CBDC Until End of 2030
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump has about 10 days to decide whether to sign bipartisan housing legislation that would bar the Federal Reserve from issuing or creating a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until the end of 2030. According to NS3.AI, the House of Representatives passed the bill last week, and House Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly sent it to Trump’s desk on Monday. Trump canceled a signing ceremony on Wednesday and said Republicans should prioritize the SAVE America Act. ...
STOCKS | Texas Instruments Price Target Raised to $350
Binance News - UBS raised its price target for Texas Instruments (TXN.O) to $350 from $295. According to Jin10, the firm did not provide additional details in the brief update.
STOCKS | Astera Labs Target Price Raised to $400
Binance News - UBS raised its target price for Astera Labs to $400 from $205. According to Jin10, the report did not provide additional details.
AI TRENDS | DeepReinforce Releases Ornith-1.0 Under MIT License With Up to 397B Parameters
Binance News - DeepReinforce released Ornith-1.0 on June 25 under an MIT license, offering four model sizes ranging from 9B to 397B parameters. According to NS3.AI, the 9B variant achieved a score of 69.4 on SWE-bench Verified, exceeding Google’s Gemma 4-31B, which scored 52.0. The release includes four configurations, with the largest model listed at 397B parameters.
Nasdaq Rises More Than 1%
Binance News - The Nasdaq rose more than 1%. According to Jin10, the index gained over 1%.
AI Cuts Animation Costs by Up to 90% as Los Angeles Film Sector Loses 6,700 Jobs
Binance News - Filmmakers are already using AI to cut animation production costs by up to 90%, as Los Angeles County’s motion picture and sound recording sector shed 6,700 jobs year-over-year through May 2026. According to BeInCrypto, those losses account for more than 90% of all employment declines across the region’s information industry. Animators and directors say AI is replacing staffing layers across workflows, from storyboarding and character rigging to post-production cleanup. Amazon Web Services recently backed a Hollywood production startup using AI to reduce costs and compress timelines, while Goldman Sachs estimated AI trimmed US payrolls by ...
Ukraine Moves $8.3 Million in Seized Crypto Under State Management
BeInCrypto - Ukraine moved $8.3 million in seized crypto to ARMA, the first time the state has directly managed digital assets. The post Ukraine Moves $8.3 Million in Seized Crypto Under State Management appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ornith Is the Open-Source Coding Model Built for Agents, Not Humans
Decrypt - A new model built by DeepReinforce is meant for developers who want AI that finishes the job, not just autocompletes the next line.
Strategy Snaps 9-Day Losing Streak as Bitcoin Giant Adopts 'Robust' Capital Framework
Decrypt - Strategy's shares remained 42% down from its market-rattling Bitcoin sale nearly a month ago.
Stream Finance Collects Creditor Claim Details After xUSD Falls to About $0.08
Binance News - Stream Finance began collecting creditor claim details after xUSD traded at about $0.08, about 92% below its peg. According to NS3.AI, Stream said submitting the form does not confirm any claim, entitlement, or right to payment. Stream did not provide a deadline for submissions or explain how any resolution would be structured. Yields and More estimated about $285 million of direct debt exposure across ...
Iran Appoints Acting Head of National Petrochemical Company
Binance News - Iran has appointed an acting head of the National Petrochemical Company. According to Jin10, the appointment was reported by Shana, the official website of Iran’s Oil Ministry.
GEOPOLITICS | Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Pitches Unprecedented Plan to Reshape Industrial Base
Binance News - Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is staking her legacy as Japan’s first female premier on an unprecedented plan to reshape the country’s industrial base for decades to come, according to Bloomberg.
Natixis Calls Peak on Dollar Rally, Tells Clients to Sell USD Now
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The dollar’s run is over. That’s basically the call from French investment bank Natixis, which told investors this week to… Read the original on Natixis Calls Peak on Dollar Rally, Tells Clients to Sell USD Now. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
AI Cuts Animation Costs by 90% as Hollywood Braces for Mass Layoffs
BeInCrypto - AI tools slash animation production costs by 90% as LA County loses 6,700 film industry jobs, California labor data shows. The post AI Cuts Animation Costs by 90% as Hollywood Braces for Mass Layoffs appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Comcast Executive Says Second-Quarter Financial Results Met Expectations
Binance News - A Comcast executive said the company’s second-quarter financial results met expectations. According to Jin10, the executive described the quarter’s performance as in line with what had been anticipated.