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Bitcoin spikes near $64K as shorts get liquidated; Saylor shifts institutional views; bullish trends emerge.
Esports Revenue Climbs Toward $5.1 Billion as Global Audience Tops 640 Million
Bitcoin.com - Esports has grown into a global audience business of 640.8 million people, and the industry’s biggest event of 2026 is about to test how far that audience can carry the sport’s business model. The Esports World Cup lands in Paris from July 6 through Aug. 23, with more than 2,000 players and 200 clubs from […]
Bitcoin Price Spikes Near $64,000 as Short Sellers Get Liquidated
BeInCrypto - Bitcoin spiked near $64,000 as a weak jobs report and short squeeze fueled a weekend rally in crypto markets. The post Bitcoin Price Spikes Near $64,000 as Short Sellers Get Liquidated appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin Nears $63,000 as Saylor’s “Digital Energy” Framing Shifts Institutional Thinking
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Can a single metaphor move markets? Maybe not directly. But when Michael Saylor calls Bitcoin “digital energy,” it’s worth asking… Read the original on Bitcoin Nears $63,000 as Saylor’s “Digital Energy” Framing Shifts Institutional Thinking. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Inside the Top 12 Bitcoin Addresses: Who Holds 1.35 Million BTC
Bitcoin.com - Twelve addresses on bitcoin’s rich list hold a combined 1,347,380 BTC, worth roughly $85.2 billion at current prices near $63,265. That’s 6.72% of all bitcoin in existence sitting behind twelve public keys. Some belong to exchanges moving customer funds around the clock. Others haven’t moved a satoshi out in years. Pulling onchain data from the […]
Dubai tops Asian crypto hubs, Russia's digital ruble rollout: Asia Express
CoinTelegraph - Japan's SBI Crypto shuts down 12th largest Bitcoin mining pool in the world, Russia gears up to launch digital ruble despite EU sanctions, and more: Asia Express.
GO1 and Xiaohai Set up Potential Rematch at EWC 2026 Fatal Fury Bracket in Paris
Bitcoin.com - The 32-player field for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves at the Esports World Cup 2026 is set after a Last Chance Qualifier in Paris that took place on July 5. AbaO took the final spot, beating WBG Xiaocai 3-1 in the LCQ grand final. SF|Gummy finished third, and Pida took the fourth and last […]
Bull Market in Sight: Bitwise Sees Bottom Forming Ahead of Fall Rally
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin holds above $60,000 as Bitwise CIO says Strategy-led leverage unwind may signal a market bottom ahead of a fall bull run. STRC and Late-Cycle Stress Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan explained in a July 1 analysis that STRC, Strategy’s perpetual preferred equity instrument designed to offer high yield while trading near a fixed […]
FCA’s 2027 Disclosure Rules Put 30% of Uninformed Platform Users on Notice
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The FCA wants to blow up the way investment costs get explained to ordinary people. Plain English, fewer layers of… Read the original on FCA’s 2027 Disclosure Rules Put 30% of Uninformed Platform Users on Notice. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ethereum’s Lean Roadmap Targets Sharding and Staking in Four-Year Overhaul
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Ethereum is going lean. The network’s latest roadmap lays out its most sweeping set of changes since the Merge, pushing… Read the original on Ethereum’s Lean Roadmap Targets Sharding and Staking in Four-Year Overhaul. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Major County Sheriffs of America, Representing 130 Million People, Moves to Neutral on CLARITY Act
Bitcoin.com - Major County Sheriffs of America, a national association representing elected sheriffs from large U.S. counties and serving more than 130 million citizens, said it is now neutral on the CLARITY Act, marking a shift from earlier concerns while continuing to press Congress on law enforcement priorities. MCSA Moves to Neutral After Further Review Major County […]
Rare FIFA Article 27 Decision Clears Balogun for Belgium, Sending Polymarket Into Overdrive
BeInCrypto - FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's red card ban under Article 27, clearing him for Belgium as Polymarket odds jumped to 97%. The post Rare FIFA Article 27 Decision Clears Balogun for Belgium, Sending Polymarket Into Overdrive appeared first on BeInCrypto.
XRP Closing In on $1 as Open Interest Jump Fuels Short Squeeze Talk
TheCurrencyAnalytics - XRP is knocking on the door of $1. Traders are watching closely, and the derivatives market is flashing signals that… Read the original on XRP Closing In on $1 as Open Interest Jump Fuels Short Squeeze Talk. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Peter Brandt Eyes Selling Bitcoin to Invest in Gold, and Here is Why
BeInCrypto - Veteran trader Peter Brandt is eyeing a move from Bitcoin into gold, citing a technical breakout in the XAU/BTC ratio. His call has reignited the store-of-value debate, drawing sharp pushback from analysts. Here is what his chart shows, why the timing matters, and how other analysts read the same setup. What the XAU/BTC Ratio Breakout The post Peter Brandt Eyes Selling Bitcoin to Invest in Gold, and Here is Why appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin Transactions per Day Rebound in 2026, Reaching Third-Busiest Day Ever
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin’s network processed 862,979 transactions on June 23, 2026, the third-highest single day recorded since the blockchain launched in January 2009. The count trails only two days from 2024, April 23 at 927,010 transactions and Sept. 8 at 910,083 transactions, according to Blockchair‘s daily transaction statistics. No day in 2025 came within reach of that […]
XRP Suffered 22% June Loss, but History Favors a Major July Rally
CryptoPotato - July has been one of the best months for Ripple's token. Will history repeat?
Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin’s Four-Year Cycle Is Losing Power: What Matters More
Bitcoin.com - Michael Saylor argues bitcoin’s four-year cycle is losing dominance as the crypto asset becomes embedded in global finance. He says halving-driven narratives are giving way to institutional capital flows that now shape demand and price direction. Why Is Saylor Moving Beyond the Four-Year Bitcoin Cycle? On July 5, Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael […]
Vitalik Buterin Unveils ‘Lean Ethereum’ for Multi-Year Shift
cryptoDNES - Vitalik Buterin introduces 'Lean Ethereum,' a multi-year strategy to simplify the protocol, enhance scalability, and prepare for quantum computing threats. The post Vitalik Buterin Unveils ‘Lean Ethereum’ for Multi-Year Shift appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Binance Loses $1.23 Billion in a Week as Ethereum Hits 3-Year Withdrawal Peak
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Binance just had a rough week. The exchange recorded $1.23 billion in net outflows over seven days, a 207% jump… Read the original on Binance Loses $1.23 Billion in a Week as Ethereum Hits 3-Year Withdrawal Peak. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
US Homeland Security Information Network Hit by Cyber Intruders, Exposing Sensitive Government Data
DailyHODL - The Department of Homeland Security’s Homeland Security Information Network has suffered unauthorized access that potentially exposed sensitive planning details for major events. The platform serves as a critical tool for federal, state and local agencies to coordinate responses to emergencies and share intelligence. The incident was first reported by Nextgov, which obtained a statement from […] The post US Homeland Security Information Network Hit by Cyber Intruders, Exposing Sensitive Government Data appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Dormant Bitcoin From 2011 Moves After 14 Years, Up Over 700,000%
U.Today - One of Bitcoin's oldest wallets just moved after 14 Years. One of Bitcoin's oldest wallets just moved after 14 Years.
Legendary Trader Considers Selling Bitcoin for Gold
U.Today - Legendary commodities trader Peter Brandt has revealed he is contemplating a major portfolio rotation. Legendary commodities trader Peter Brandt has revealed he is contemplating a major portfolio rotation.
Ethereum Stuck Near $1,764 as Buterin’s Lean Roadmap Rattles Traders
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Ethereum won’t budge. The second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap has been grinding near $1,764, and traders are split on what… Read the original on Ethereum Stuck Near $1,764 as Buterin’s Lean Roadmap Rattles Traders. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Vitalik Buterin shares roadmap to Ethereum becoming leaner and more scalable
Cryptopolitan - Vitalik Buterin has published an updated long-term roadmap for Ethereum, calling the multi-year effort “Lean Ethereum” as the network’s biggest redesign since the Merge. He posted it to X on July 4, 2026, days after Ethereum researchers gathered in Berlin to work on the protocol’s long-term trajectory. Buterin’s post is important to those...
Michael Saylor: Bitcoin to Underpin Global Finance by 2036
cryptoDNES - Michael Saylor outlines Bitcoin's shift from a tech asset to 'digital capital,' predicting it will anchor the global financial system by 2036. The post Michael Saylor: Bitcoin to Underpin Global Finance by 2036 appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
'Nothing to Relate It To': Satoshi Nakamoto's 16-Year-Old Message Predicts Bitcoin's Current Status
U.Today - Satoshi Nakamoto’s 16-year-old “incomparable” Bitcoin warning just proved true at $63,000. Satoshi Nakamoto’s 16-year-old “incomparable” Bitcoin warning just proved true at $63,000.
9 Things Michael Saylor Believes About The Next Decade for Bitcoin
BeInCrypto - Michael Saylor lays out 9 Bitcoin predictions for the next decade, arguing the network wins by refusing to change. The post 9 Things Michael Saylor Believes About The Next Decade for Bitcoin appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Trump Crypto Profits Hit $1B as Bitcoin Crashes 50% From Its ATH
99Bitcoins - Trump's family cleared over $1B from crypto in 2025 while Bitcoin crashed 50% from its $126,000 ATH, wiping out retail investors who bought near the peak. The post Trump Crypto Profits Hit $1B as Bitcoin Crashes 50% From Its ATH appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
South Africa proposes crypto tax guidance under existing framework
CoinTelegraph - South Africa’s tax authority proposed draft guidance clarifying how crypto assets are taxed under existing income and capital gains tax rules, seeking public input until Aug. 31.
The $124 trillion Boomer wealth transfer could change crypto forever
CryptoSlate - The next leg of crypto adoption may already be taking shape in estate planning offices instead of on trading floors or in congressional hearing rooms. Analysts have spent a decade modeling adoption through ETF approvals, halving cycles, interest rates, and regulatory milestones. But one of the most powerful forces reshaping demand for digital assets is […] The post The $124 trillion Boomer wealth transfer could change crypto forever appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Russia Says Digital Ruble Is Ready for September Despite Weak Public Demand
CoinPaprika - Russia's central bank said its systemically important banks and large retailers are technologically ready for the digital ruble's nationwide rollout on 1 September 2026. Governor Elvira Nabiullina confirmed the readiness while surveys show weak public demand for the currency.
Michael Saylor: The Era of the 4-Year Bitcoin Cycle Is Officially Over
U.Today - Michael Saylor breaks down why Bitcoin's 4-year cycle is dead as the cryptocurrency turns into global digital capital. Michael Saylor breaks down why Bitcoin's 4-year cycle is dead as the cryptocurrency turns into global digital capital.
1,000% XRP Ledger Spike in Payments Turns Into Nothingness: Analyzing Reasons Behind It
U.Today - XRP's growth on the Ledger doesn't fuel the price growth, despite impressive numbers. XRP's growth on the Ledger doesn't fuel the price growth, despite impressive numbers.
Vitalik Buterin Puts leanISA and RISC-V at Center of Ethereum’s Overhaul
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Ethereum wants to get leaner. Vitalik Buterin, the network’s co-founder, has laid out his top priorities for what the Ethereum… Read the original on Vitalik Buterin Puts leanISA and RISC-V at Center of Ethereum’s Overhaul. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
US Government Loses $186,000,000,000 to Improper Payments in Just One Year: Report
DailyHODL - The federal government lost a whopping $186 billion to improper payments in fiscal year 2025. The Government Accountability Office says the figure marks an increase of about $24 billion from the prior year and brings the cumulative total lost since the fiscal year 2003 to roughly $3 trillion. Most of these payments stemmed from overpayments […] The post US Government Loses $186,000,000,000 to Improper Payments in Just One Year: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Vitalik Buterin shares top priorities for new 'Lean Ethereum' strawmap
CoinTelegraph - Part of the Ethereum Foundation’s plan to make Ethereum more private and scalable is to introduce a new virtual machine, with leanISA and RISC-V among the top candidates.
Bitcoin Climbs Above $63,000 While XRP Jumps 5% on Thin Holiday Volume
TheCurrencyAnalytics - What happened Bitcoin pushed past $63,000 on July 4 — its highest level in over a month. The move came… Read the original on Bitcoin Climbs Above $63,000 While XRP Jumps 5% on Thin Holiday Volume. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
World Cup Fever Fuels $5.6B Explosion in Prediction Markets
CryptoPotato - Some exchanges reported that nearly half of new users placed their first-ever prediction trade on soccer matches.
Bitcoin ETF Recap: Another Tough Week Despite a Few Bright Spots
CryptoPotato - We will also review the landscape around the Ethereum ETFs in this article.
XRP Completes Golden Cross vs. Bitcoin as July 4th Rally Builds Momentum
U.Today - Altcoins continue to show strength, with XRP gaining momentum against Bitcoin amid golden cross emergence. Altcoins continue to show strength, with XRP gaining momentum against Bitcoin amid golden cross emergence.
XRP's Biggest Advantage Is XRP Escrow, Says Crypto Lawyer
U.Today - Crypto Lawyer Bill Morgan names one XRP feature that changes the game. Crypto Lawyer Bill Morgan names one XRP feature that changes the game.
Spain wildfire near Costa Brava burns 2,200 hectares; 150 evacuated from campsite
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing AFP, a wildfire threatening Spain’s Costa Brava has burned about 2,200 hectares (8.5 square miles) of forest, forcing around 150 people to evacuate a holiday campsite, including about 70 children. Spain’s fire service said on Saturday, July 4, that firefighters had contained more than two-thirds of the blaze, with no casualties reported so far. The fire started Friday morning near La Bisbal d’Emporda, about 20 kilometers from the Costa Brava, and Spanish media cited local police as saying a suspected arsonist had been arrested, while the cause remains under investigation and may be linked to sparks from road construction equipment.
F2Pool Co-Founder Wang Chun Cuts 36,600 ETH and 160 WBTC Positions, Analyst Says
Binance News - F2Pool co-founder Wang Chun has recently reduced positions by 36,600 ETH and 160 WBTC in a swing-trading move, according to on-chain analyst Yu Jin. According to ChainCatcher, Yu Jin estimates the trades generated about $3.4 million in profit. Yu Jin said Wang accumulated roughly 70,600 ETH and 966 WBTC in June.
Inside the Trading Engine Behind ChangeNOW’s ‘Fast, Seamless Swaps’
Decrypt - ChangeNOW CSO Pauline Shangett digs into the infrastructure underpinning the exchange’s simple, streamlined frontend.
Iran Says It Dismantled Multiple Cells Linked to U.S. and Israeli Intelligence Agencies
Binance News - Iran’s Intelligence Ministry said security forces recently dismantled four hideouts belonging to what it described as “terrorist and extremist organizations” linked to U.S. and Israeli intelligence agencies. According to Jin10, the ministry said it worked with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the national police to carry out multiple operations in locations including Zahedan in Sistan and Baluchestan Province. The statement said authorities arrested five key members of an operational team and killed two armed individuals. ...
U.S.-Iran Talks Reportedly Set for July 11 in Pakistan
Binance News - U.S.-Iran negotiations are set to take place in Pakistan on July 11, Saudi media reported. According to Jin10, the report cited Al Hadath and Al Arabiya as sources.
Iran Appoints Ali Azmai as IRGC Navy Commander
Binance News - Ali Azmai has been appointed commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy. According to Jin10, Azmai previously served as deputy commander of the IRGC Navy and had worked in the force’s naval branch for a long period.
AI TRENDS | Crusoe Energy Systems in Talks for $3 Billion Funding Round, Sources Say
Binance News - Crusoe Energy Systems is in talks to raise about $3 billion in a new funding round, with a valuation that could be about three times higher than its previous round and reach around $30 billion. According to Odaily, the deal is still being negotiated and has not been finalized. Founded in 2018, Crusoe started with crypto-related operations and later shifted to providing AI infrastructure and data center services. It is described as a “neocloud” cloud computing company focused on supplying computing power for ...
Iranian President Pressed Supreme Leader to Approve Preliminary Ceasefire Deal, Report Says
Binance News - Iranian President Pezeshkian visited Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei during the final stage of negotiations as Khamenei hesitated over approving a preliminary ceasefire agreement, The New York Times reported. According to Jin10, the report cited four officials familiar with the meeting details. Pezeshkian told Khamenei that Iran’s economic situation was severe and that a U.S. maritime blockade was strangling the country. He said he would resign if Khamenei rejected the agreement. ...
'Truly Bizarre,' Ripple Veteran Dismisses Old-Time XRP Commentary
U.Today - Ripple CTO dismisses long-standing narrative that expensive crypto transactions, caused by high fees, automatically translate into a healthier network. Ripple CTO dismisses long-standing narrative that expensive crypto transactions, caused by high fees, automatically translate into a healthier network.
Micron goes all in on AI with $9.3B Japan chip plant
Cryptopolitan - Micron Technology broke ground on a new plant to manufacture memory chips in western Japan. This $9.3-billion facility represents an enormous commitment by Micron to grow its ability to deliver semiconductors for AI. The new facility will enable Micron to provide large amounts of high-bandwidth memory (HBM), a key part of training and operating AI...
Whales Bought 270,000 Bitcoin in Two Weeks as ETFs Fled a Record $4B
CoinPaprika - Large bitcoin holders bought more than 270,000 BTC, worth about $16.7 billion, over two weeks. In the same period, U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $4.06 billion in June outflows, their worst month since launch.
SEC bets on Project Crypto to reverse crypto exodus from the U.S.
Cryptopolitan - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is doubling down on its ambitious Project Crypto initiative as it seeks to reverse years of digital asset companies relocating overseas due to regulatory uncertainty. On X, he wrote, “An entire generation of digital asset innovation developed outside the U.S., not because American entrepreneurs lacked the ambition, or...
Anchorage Digital Adds Lido wstETH Staking Access for Institutions
CoinPaprika - Anchorage Digital has integrated Lido, letting institutional clients mint and burn wstETH while assets stay in Anchorage custody. The move gives regulated institutions direct access to Ethereum staking yield through the largest liquid staking protocol.
JPMorgan predicting $4,500 gold price in fourth quarter, quotes weaker demand
Cryptopolitan - JPMorgan expects gold prices to trade sideways in the coming weeks before climbing to $4,500 per ounce by the fourth quarter of 2026. The bank is recalibrating its short-term outlook due to reduced demand from key buying sectors. The Wall Street bank projects an average price of $4,300/oz during the third quarter, rising to $4,500...
Aave Says Aave V4 Deposits Near $250 Million as Limits Raised for Seventh Time
Binance News - Aave said deposits in Aave V4 have approached $250 million, and that deposit and borrowing caps for multiple assets have been raised for a seventh time. According to Foresight News, the update was shared by Aave in a post on X. Aave did not specify which assets were affected or provide additional details in the statement.
Gestala Raises RMB 420 Million in Angel+ Round for Ultrasound Brain-Computer Interface
Binance News - Gestala, described as China’s first ultrasound brain-computer interface (BCI) startup, said it has raised RMB 420 million ($58.6 million) in an angel+ funding round, bringing total funding since inception to RMB 570 million, according to Jiemian News. The company was founded on January 1, 2026. On July 3, Gestala also opened its Shanghai headquarters in Minhang District’s “Brain Intelligence World” park. The company said its Chengdu global headquarters and first ultrasound BCI “super factory” began operations on June 26, forming a dual-headquarters setup with R&D and manufacturing in Chengdu and AI/algorithms in Shanghai. ...
Photonics Chip Developer Guangyin Technology Raises RMB 100 Million in Pre-A Round
Binance News - Guangyin Technology, a developer of silicon-based photonic integrated chips, has completed a RMB 100 million (about $14 million) Pre-A financing round, with investors including Photonics Strong-Chain Fund, Shanda Investment, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Fund, Luoyang Yingcai, CAS Star, and Xi'an Caijin, according to 36Kr. The company said the proceeds will be used to build a new laboratory in Shanghai, recruit talent, and advance mass production. Founded in 2021 in Xuzhou, Guangyin Technology designs silicon photonics chips and miniature spectral-sensing modules for applications such as wearable health monitoring, aesthetic skin testing, and industrial and food inspection. The ...
Putin Says Russian Forces Have Fully Captured Luhansk, Advanced in Donetsk
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Xinhua and Reuters, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russian forces have “fully liberated” Ukraine’s Luhansk region and made major progress in Donetsk. The Kremlin said Putin visited an auxiliary command post for Russia’s joint force grouping late Friday, July 3, and held a nearly hour-long meeting with the General Staff leadership and unit commanders on the situation and recent battlefield developments. Putin said Russian troops have accelerated their offensive across the front line and are continuing operations against Ukrainian forces in Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson. He said that since the start of the year Russian forces have taken ...
WORLD CUP | Argentina edge Cape Verde 3-2 after extra time in Round of 32
Binance News - Argentina advanced with a 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde in the Round of 32 after two Cape Verde equalizers forced extra time, according to Yahoo Sports. Lionel Messi opened the scoring in the 29th minute for his seventh goal of the tournament, Deroy Duarte equalized in the 59th, and Lisandro Martínez put Argentina back in front early in extra time before Sidny Lopes Cabral made it 2-2 in the 103rd. Argentina’s winner came from a 111th-minute header by Cristian Romero off a corner that was later credited as an own goal by Diney Borges; Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha made eight saves.
WORLD CUP | Sidny Cabral stunner sparks Cape Verde scare in extra-time loss to Argentina
Binance News - Sidny Cabral scored a spectacular extra-time equaliser and celebrated by jumping into the crowd as Cape Verde threatened a major upset against Argentina in their last-32 match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Lionel Messi put Argentina ahead before Deroy Duarte equalised on 59 minutes, Lisandro Martinez restored Argentina’s lead early in extra time, and Cabral levelled again before Cape Verde’s Diney Borges scored an own goal that proved decisive, according to Yahoo Sports.
U.S. President Donald Trump Says Treasury Will Accept Public Company Stock Donations for Trump Accounts
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. Treasury will now accept charitable donations in the form of liquid, publicly listed company stocks to support funding for Trump Accounts for eligible U.S. children. According to Odaily, Trump said that before the program’s official launch, more than 6 million accounts had already applied.
Iran Warns US Not to Violate Iran-US Memorandum of Understanding
Binance News - Iran warned the United States not to breach an Iran-US memorandum of understanding, saying any violation would be met with a response, according to Jiemian News. On July 3, Iran’s acting defense minister Ibn Reza told Turkey’s defense minister Yasar Guler in a phone call that Iran accepted the ceasefire arrangement under the memorandum to help restore regional stability and at the request of friendly neighboring countries. He said Iran has no trust in the US due to what he described as a history of broken commitments, and that Iran’s armed forces remain on high alert. Separately, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said in a July 3 statement that any miscalculation by “the enemy” would trigger a more decisive and destructive response than ...
PRECIOUS METALS | SPDR Gold Trust Holdings Hold Steady at 1,001.366 Tons as of July 3
Binance News - SPDR Gold Trust, the world’s largest gold ETF, reported holdings of 1,001.366 tons as of July 3. According to Jin10, the fund’s holdings were unchanged from the previous trading day.
Macron Says France to Adjust Middle East Military Deployment
Binance News - French President Emmanuel Macron said on July 3 that France will adjust its military deployment in the Middle East due to positive developments in the regional situation and changing needs, according to Jiemian News. Macron said France has deployed mine-clearing forces in the region, including two minehunters supported by two frigates and a maritime patrol aircraft, and that these forces are ready to work with partner countries to help fully restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and ensure maritime traffic security. Macron said a memorandum of understanding signed by the US and Iran on June 17 was an important step toward regional stability and reaffirmed freedom of ...
WORLD CUP | England vs Mexico last-16 at Azteca to kick off as scheduled after FIFA U-turn
Binance News - England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca will kick off as scheduled at 18:00 local time on Sunday (01:00 BST Monday) after FIFA reversed a proposal to move it earlier, according to Yahoo Sports. FIFA held talks with the English and Mexican football associations after suggesting a 12:00 local start because of possible thunderstorms, but decided to keep the original time following pushback; Mexico coach Javier Aguirre had called the proposed change a “kick in the stomach.”
COMEX Gold Settles Up 1.49% at $4,187.3/Oz; Silver Gains 2.87%
Binance News - COMEX gold futures settled up 1.49% at $4,187.3 per ounce, while COMEX silver futures rose 2.87% to $62.815 per ounce, according to Jiemian News.
Alex Thorn Says Strategy Should Seek Income From Bitcoin Holdings Instead of Selling Spot BTC
Binance News - Galaxy Digital research head Alex Thorn said Strategy should explore generating income from its Bitcoin holdings rather than selling spot BTC. According to Odaily, Thorn made the comments in a July 3 research report. Strategy previously introduced a five-part Digital Credit Capital Framework, including a U.S. dollar reserve policy, a revised STRC dividend policy, a $1 billion preferred stock repurchase authorization, a $1 billion MSTR stock repurchase authorization, and a Bitcoin monetization plan. The company also raised STRC’s annual dividend rate to 12% from 11.5%. ...
WORLD CUP | Mexico boss Aguirre calls possible England kick-off change a 'kick in the stomach'
Binance News - Mexico coach Javier Aguirre said a possible change to the kick-off time for Mexico’s last-16 match against England at Estadio Azteca would be a “kick in the stomach,” after FIFA held talks about moving the game from 6pm local time (1pm BST) to an earlier start because of the risk of weather disruption. Aguirre said late on Friday night there was still no confirmation, but that an earlier kick-off would force Mexico to overhaul its preparation schedule; Mexico have won all four tournament matches without conceding a goal, according to Yahoo Sports.
Strategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Are 1.3 Times Combined Government Total, BitcoinTreasuries.NET Says
Binance News - Strategy (MSTR) holds a bitcoin amount equal to 1.3 times the combined holdings of all governments, according to a post by BitcoinTreasuries.NET on X. According to Odaily, the statement was shared by BitcoinTreasuries.NET in its social media update.
WORLD CUP | Egypt beat Australia on penalties in Round of 32 as Abdelmaguid converts winner
Binance News - Hossam Abdelmaguid converted Egypt’s fourth successful penalty kick as the Pharaohs knocked off Australia in the World Cup Round of 32 in Dallas on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports. The match finished 1-1 after 120 minutes, with Emam Ashour scoring in the 20th minute before Australia equalized 10 minutes into the second half on an own goal by Egypt defender Mohamed Hany. Australia missed twice in the shootout, with Harry Souttar sending the first attempt over the bar and 18-year-old Lucas Herrington hitting the crossbar. Egypt’s win was its first-ever in a World Cup knockout round, and it will play the winner of Friday’s Argentina-Cape Verde match on Tuesday in Atlanta.
Claude Fable 5 Isn't Nerfed. The Router Is Just Paranoid
Decrypt - Did Claude Fable 5 get dumber? Two benchmarks, two wildly different conclusions—and one routing layer that explains the whole mess.
U.S. President Donald Trump Pardons Six People Convicted in Car-Related Cases Ahead of July 4
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump pardoned six people he said had been sentenced to prison or were imprisoned for “fixing their car,” a day before the U.S. marks 250 years of independence on July 4. Bloomberg posted on X, describing the pardons and quoting Trump’s characterization of the cases.
Major County Sheriffs of America Takes Neutral Stance on the Clarity Act After Discussions
Binance News - Major County Sheriffs of America (MCSA) has shifted to a neutral position on the Clarity Act following ongoing discussions about Section 604, which includes parts of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act. According to Odaily, a Fox Business crypto reporter said in a post on X that the change followed recent, continued deliberations by MCSA on the Section 604 provisions. In a letter to leaders of the Senate Banking Committee, MCSA said that based on its continued review of the legislation, there remains an opportunity to further ...
WORLD CUP | England vs Mexico last-16 moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday
Binance News - England’s World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Azteca in Mexico City is set to be moved to a 19:00 BST kickoff on Sunday. FIFA is understood to be bringing forward the game, which had been scheduled for 01:00 BST on Monday (18:00 local time on Sunday), with forecasts suggesting possible thunderstorms and heavy rain, according to Yahoo Sports.
Michael Saylor Says 100 Million People Have Bitcoin Exposure Through Strategy Stock
Binance News - Michael Saylor said approximately 100 million people are currently exposed to Bitcoin through Strategy common stock. According to NS3.AI, Saylor also said Strategy has become the largest stock-issuing company in the U.S.
Iran’s Parliament Speaker Says U.S. Must Accept ‘Established Realities’ in Trade
Binance News - Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the United States must “accept the established realities” in the trade field. According to Jin10, Ghalibaf made the remarks without providing further details.
Strategy Shares Rise 18% This Week After STRC Dividend Increase and Buyback Plan
Binance News - Strategy announced a new capital-management framework after STRC fell to $71.25 on June 26. According to NS3.AI, the package raised STRC’s dividend rate to 12%, authorized repurchases of preferred securities, approved a common-stock buyback, and introduced a Bitcoin monetization program. The report said MSTR gained 18% this week, while STRC rose 17% to about $87.
Brent And Diesel Futures Speculators Cut Net Long Positions, ICE Says
Binance News - Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) said speculators reduced net long positions in Brent crude oil futures and diesel futures in the week ended June 30. According to Jin10, ICE reported that Brent crude oil futures speculators cut net long positions by 34,704 contracts to 55,634 contracts. ICE also said diesel futures speculators reduced net long positions by 2,664 contracts to 57,852 contracts.
WORLD CUP | England-Mexico last-16 tie could be moved earlier due to storm threat
Binance News - England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico at the Azteca in Mexico City could be moved to an earlier kickoff on Sunday because of the threat of storms, according to Yahoo Sports. FIFA is considering bringing forward the game, which is scheduled to kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, with one option to move it six hours earlier to 19:00 BST on Sunday, but no final decision has been made.
PRECIOUS METALS | Shanghai Gold, Silver Futures Rise in Overnight Session
Binance News - Shanghai gold and silver futures closed higher in the overnight session, while SC crude oil futures edged lower. According to Jin10, as of the 2:30 close, the most-active Shanghai gold contract rose 0.81% to 913 yuan per gram, and the most-active Shanghai silver contract gained 1.61% to 15,294 yuan per kilogram. The most-active SC crude oil contract fell 0.16% to 438 yuan per barrel.
SQM-Codelco Venture Targets More Than 70% Lithium Output Increase in Chile
Binance News - Chilean miners Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile (SQM) and Codelco are laying plans to lift production at their lithium partnership in Chile by more than 70%, Bloomberg reported. The companies are positioning the venture for higher long-term output as they bet on continued demand growth from batteries.
Iranian President Discusses Expanding Cooperation With Russia
Binance News - Iran’s president discussed expanding cooperation with Russia. According to Jin10, the report was attributed to the Iranian Students News Agency.
WORLD CUP | Argentina keep faith with Lautaro Martinez alongside Messi vs Cape Verde
Binance News - Inter captain Lautaro Martinez is expected to start alongside Lionel Messi in Argentina’s attack against Cape Verde in tonight’s World Cup Round of 32 match, with kickoff in Miami at 23.00 UK time (00.00 CEST), according to Yahoo Sports. TyC Sports said coach Lionel Scaloni is set to keep Martinez in the XI ahead of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez; the winners will face either Australia or Egypt in the Round of 16.
Brazil Says June Crude Oil Exports Rose to 8.48 Million Tons
Binance News - Brazil’s government said data showed crude oil exports totaled 8.48 million tons in June, compared with 7.95 million tons in the same period a year earlier. According to Jin10, the government cited the data in its statement.
Zcash Falls From Above $600 to Around $300 After Orchard Flaw, as Ironwood Nears Testnet
Binance News - Zcash developers said the Ironwood upgrade is moving closer to testnet activation after a critical vulnerability in Orchard raised concerns about ZEC supply integrity. According to NS3.AI, ZEC fell from more than $600 to around $300 following the disclosure and was recently trading at $457, based on CoinGecko data. Shielded Labs said the largest hurdle to deploying the upgrade is migrating exchanges, wallets, and mining pools to the new Z3 stack.
Zcash Ironwood Upgrade Nears as Developers Work to Restore Confidence After ZEC Crash
Decrypt - Developers say security testing has uncovered no new serious bugs as Zcash's Ironwood upgrade moves toward testnet activation.
PRECIOUS METALS | JPMorgan Maintains Long-Term Bullish Outlook on Gold
Binance News - JPMorgan maintained its long-term bullish outlook on gold and said it expected gold prices to rebound further in 2027. According to Jin10, JPMorgan kept its long-term positive view on gold and forecast that gold prices would recover further in 2027.
PRECIOUS METALS | Gold To Trade Rangebound Short Term Before Rebounding, JPMorgan Says
Binance News - Gold is expected to remain rangebound in the short term before rebounding, JPMorgan said. According to Jin10, JPMorgan forecast an average gold price of $4,300 per ounce in the third quarter of 2026 and $4,500 per ounce in the fourth quarter of 2026.
'Every Time I Buy It, It Tanks': Dave Portnoy Says He's Losing Millions as Bitcoin Falls
Decrypt - Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy says he's down millions on Bitcoin, but he's intent on holding this time—even if it falls to zero.
WORLD CUP | Australia vs Egypt: Volpato and Circati start; Salah leads Egypt in Round of 32
Binance News - Cristian Volpato and Alessandro Circati were named in Australia’s starting lineup for the World Cup Round of 32 match against Mohamed Salah’s Egypt, with the game set to kick off in Dallas at 19.00 UK time (20.00 CEST), according to Yahoo Sports. The winner will face either Argentina or Cape Verde in the Round of 16. Australia’s XI listed Beach; Circati, Souttar, Herrington; Bos, O’Neill, Irvine, Behich; Volpato, Irankunda, Metcalfe. Egypt’s XI listed Shoubir; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Hafez; Attia, Fathy; Zico, Salah, Ashour; Marmoush, with Omar Marmoush returning to the starting lineup.
AI TRENDS | SemiAnalysis Forecasts Memory Spending in Nvidia Systems to Exceed 30% by End of 2026
Binance News - SemiAnalysis said memory’s share of hyperscaler capital expenditures has drawn increased discussion, particularly after Micron Technology reported earnings last week. According to Odaily, some market participants were surprised by how high that share could reach next year. SemiAnalysis said it published an initial view in late February, but many clients disputed its 30% figure. In May, after pricing increases accelerated faster than expected, SemiAnalysis said that when combining DRAM, NAND, and HBM, memory spending within Nvidia systems is expected to exceed 30% by the end of 2026 and surpass 40% in 2027. ...
ESMA Warns Some Prediction Market Event Contracts May Fall Under EU Binary Options Rules
Binance News - ESMA said many prediction market event contracts could already be subject to EU retail restrictions on binary options, citing their binary outcomes and fixed payouts. According to NS3.AI, the regulator said contracts with binary outcomes and fixed payouts are likely to qualify as financial instruments. ESMA added that when such contracts qualify, offering them to professional or institutional clients would still require authorization under MiFID II.
Iran Says Iran And Pakistan Could Be Cornerstones Of New Regional Security Arrangement
Binance News - Iran’s deputy defense minister said Iran and Pakistan could become the cornerstone of a new security arrangement in the region. According to Jin10, the remarks were reported by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
AI | Israeli AI Startup Targets Expansion in Trump-Aligned Latin America
Binance News - An Israeli artificial intelligence startup is betting that election victories by Trump-aligned leaders across Latin America will boost demand for its government-focused cybersecurity products, according to Bloomberg.
ECB President Lagarde to Attend Next Week’s Ecofin Meeting Instead of Vujcic
Binance News - European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will attend next week’s meeting of European Union finance ministers in Brussels instead of her vice president, according to Bloomberg.
ECB’s Nagel Urges Vigilance Ahead of Next Rate Decision
Binance News - European Central Bank Governing Council member Joachim Nagel said the ECB should remain watchful for inflation risks and keep its options open at its next interest-rate decision, according to Bloomberg.
Germany’s 2027 Draft Budget Plans Over 203 Billion Euros in New Borrowing as Defense Spending Rises
Binance News - Germany’s draft 2027 budget showed the government planned to add more than 203 billion euros in new borrowing, higher than previously expected and well above the 2024 level. According to Jin10, the draft budget put total spending at about 555.4 billion euros, with investment rising to 117.5 billion euros, mainly for infrastructure upgrades such as transport, digitalization, and hospitals. Defense spending was set to increase significantly, with the core budget reaching 109.8 billion euros. Including aid to Ukraine and other security ...
Russia’s fuel crunch boosts demand for Chinese EVs, Moscow dealer says
Binance News - According to Lianhe Zaobao citing Reuters, fuel shortages and surging prices across much of Russia—after escalating Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure in recent weeks—have led to long lines at gas stations and rationing measures in most regions, prompting some drivers to shift toward electric vehicles. EN Cars, a Moscow dealer specializing in Chinese brands, said on July 1 that it is now selling two to three EVs a day versus two to three a month a few weeks ago, adding that demand has multiplied since the fuel situation became more complicated. Autostat Executive Director Sergei Udalov said sales of EVs and plug-in hybrids are rising but remain low due to insufficient inventories, and he expects a significant increase in the near term ...
PPP Lists Match Schedule for July 4
Binance News - PPP released a schedule of upcoming matches on July 4. According to Odaily, the listed fixtures are Australia vs. Egypt at 02:00 (UTC+8), Argentina vs. Cape Verde at 06:00 (UTC+8), and Colombia vs. Ghana at 09:30 (UTC+8).
Trader Buys $330,000 Argentina Win Shares in Polymarket World Cup Match Prediction
Binance News - A wallet that reportedly earned $1.13 million over the past week bought $330,000 worth of shares backing Argentina to win in regular time in Polymarket’s “World Cup Round of 16: Argentina vs. Cape Verde” prediction market. According to Odaily, the purchase was tracked by a PPP prediction market monitoring tool. The wallet address involved was 0x0346afae2603313d2bbee96b628536c8cbe352a5.