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Trump's quantum orders, Cboe's prediction markets launch, and digital euro support signal major shifts.
Bitmine and Sharplink Fund Ethlabs to Scale Ethereum for AI and Institutions
Bitcoin.com - Ethlabs, a new independent nonprofit research lab founded by former Ethereum Foundation researchers, has launched to strengthen Ethereum’s core infrastructure. The group is backed by major ecosystem participants, including Bitmine, Sharplink, Joe Lubin, Anchorage, Octant, and SNZ. Ethlabs Forms Independent Research Group to Strengthen Ethereum’s Core Network A group of senior Ethereum contributors has launched […]
Trump Signs 2 Quantum Orders Targeting Federal Encryption by 2031
TheCurrencyAnalytics - President Trump signed two executive orders on June 22 aimed at overhauling how the federal government handles quantum technology —… Read the original on Trump Signs 2 Quantum Orders Targeting Federal Encryption by 2031. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Cboe Launches Prediction Markets With Yes-or-No S&P 500 Index Contracts
Bitcoin.com - Cboe launches prediction markets-style binary options tied to the Mini-S&P 500 Index, scaled to one-tenth the S&P 500 benchmark, allowing traders to take yes-or-no positions through broker platforms including Interactive Brokers, with fixed $100 or $0 payouts at settlement. Binary Options Introduced Through Retail Brokerage Channels Cboe Global Markets (CBOE) announced on June 23, 2026, […]
Nearly 100 Catholic Leaders Fight the Clarity Act Over Trafficking Safeguards
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Nearly 100 Catholic leaders are pushing back hard. They’ve signed on with the Alliance to End Human Trafficking to oppose… Read the original on Nearly 100 Catholic Leaders Fight the Clarity Act Over Trafficking Safeguards. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
European Parliament Backs Digital Euro but Promises Cash Stays
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The European Parliament moved the digital euro forward. Not all the way — but far enough to matter, and fast… Read the original on European Parliament Backs Digital Euro but Promises Cash Stays. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Lutnick threatens action on Chinese state-subsidized robotics imports a day after Beijing's rare earth retaliation
Cryptopolitan - Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told business leaders at a private roundtable on Monday that the Commerce Department is reviewing Chinese state-subsidized robotics imports and could take action once the review completes, according to a Politico report published Tuesday citing three attendees. Lutnick said the administration wants to avoid having “state subsidized robotics attacking us in...
Meta to develop prediction markets app called "Arena"
Cryptopolitan - Meta owner Mark Zuckerberg has directed a small team at the tech giant to develop a standalone smartphone app called Arena that would let users predict outcomes on politics, sports, entertainment and world events, the New York Times has reported. The app would operate independently from Meta’s existing platforms, according to employees familiar with the...
XRP Withdrawal Activity Reaches Highest Level Since June 2024 on Binance
Bitcoin.com - XRP withdrawal transactions on Binance overtook deposits for several days, while similar shifts were observed across other crypto exchanges, including Coinbase and Bybit. The shift occurred as XRP traded near recent lows, pointing to a change in exchange behavior amid price pressure. Binance XRP Withdrawals Lead Deposits for Seven Consecutive Days XRP has shown short-term […]
Iranian President Pezeshkian Says He Discussed Key Views on Latest Regional Developments
Binance News - Iranian President Pezeshkian said he discussed many important views about the latest developments in the region. According to Jin10, Pezeshkian did not provide further details on the topics discussed or specify where and when the discussions took place.
Iranian President Pezeshkian Says He Hopes to Open a New Chapter With Pakistan
Binance News - Iranian President Pezeshkian said he hopes to open a new chapter in relations between Iran and Pakistan. According to Jin10, Pezeshkian expressed the hope of starting a new phase in ties between the two countries.
Iranian President Says Recent Events Highlight Improved Ties With Pakistan
Binance News - Iranian President said recent events have highlighted improvements in Iran’s relationship with Pakistan. According to Jin10, the president did not provide further details about the events or specify what measures reflected the improvement in bilateral ties.
Google Introduces New Verification Requirements for Some Financial Services Advertisers
Binance News - Google has introduced new verification requirements for some financial services advertisers. According to Jin10, the company said the new rules apply to certain advertisers in the financial services category. Google did not provide additional details in the report on which advertisers are covered or when the requirements take effect.
Airbus to Inspect 16 A380s After Wing Component Cracks Found on Emirates, Qantas Jets
Binance News - Airbus said it will inspect 16 A380 aircraft, including five immediately, after cracks were found in a key wing component on planes operated by Emirates and Qantas, according to RTHK. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) ordered urgent inspections requiring airlines to examine the wing-spar structure after cracks were discovered during routine maintenance checks. Airbus said the cracks appeared in a structural beam running along the wing that carries much of the aerodynamic load during flight. ...
Rubio Says Iran-Backed Missile Launches Would Prevent End to Regional Hostilities
Binance News - U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that hostilities in the region cannot end if Iranian proxies launch missiles. According to Jin10, Rubio made the remarks while discussing conditions he said would be necessary to bring an end to the fighting. He did not provide additional details on which groups he was referring to or specify a timeline.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Says Iran’s Losses Are Pakistan’s Losses
Binance News - Pakistan’s prime minister said that Iran’s losses were also Pakistan’s losses. According to Jin10, he described Pakistan and Iran as closely connected brothers, adding that the two countries were more than just neighboring states.
Microsoft Launches Azure Copilot Observability Agent
Binance News - Microsoft announced the official release of the Azure Copilot Observability Agent. According to Jin10, the company said the product has been formally launched.
SpaceX Plans $22.5B Multi-Tranche Senior Notes Offering, SEC Filing Shows
Binance News - SpaceX plans to issue five tranches of senior notes totaling $22.5 billion, according to a U.S. SEC filing cited by 36Kr. The offering includes $7.0 billion of 5.35% senior notes due 2031, $6.0 billion of 5.65% notes due 2033, $6.0 billion of 5.875% notes due 2036, $2.5 billion of 6.6% notes due 2046, and $3.5 billion of 6.65% notes due 2056. Proceeds are slated to repay a bridge loan and for general corporate purposes, with the issuance expected to close on June 26, 2026.
Cboe Global Markets Launches New Prediction-Market Products, Including Binary Options on Mini S&P 500
Binance News - Cboe Global Markets has launched the first products in its new prediction-market product line, including binary options contracts based on the Mini S&P 500 Index, according to 36Kr. In a statement, Cboe said the contracts are now available for trading through Interactive Brokers and are expected to be added to Charles Schwab’s platform in the coming months, with additional retail brokerage distribution to follow.
S&P Dow Jones Adds Alphabet to DJIA, Replacing Verizon on June 29
Binance News - S&P Dow Jones Indices said on June 23 that Alphabet will be added to the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) before the market opens on June 29, replacing Verizon Communications, according to 36Kr. The index provider said the change reflects Verizon’s lower share price, which leaves it with about a 0.5% weight in the price-weighted DJIA. Alphabet’s businesses span advertising, cloud infrastructure, AI, hardware, autonomous driving, health technology and media distribution, and its higher market value and share price are expected to make it a more representative member of the DJIA’s communication services sector. ...
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Says There Should Be No Double Standards on Ballistic Missiles
Binance News - Pakistan’s prime minister said there should not be double standards on ballistic missiles. According to Jin10, he said some countries are allowed to possess ballistic missiles, while Iran is not, and argued that such a distinction should not exist.
Pakistan Prime Minister Says Iran Does Not Intend to Discuss the Matter
Binance News - Pakistan's prime minister said Iran does not intend to discuss the matter. According to Jin10, the prime minister stated that the Iranian side had no intention of holding discussions on the issue.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Says Pakistan and Iran Will Work Together for Mutual Benefit
Binance News - Pakistan’s prime minister said Pakistan and Iran will work together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. According to Jin10, the prime minister described the approach as cooperation between the two countries aimed at mutual benefit.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Says Iran Reached Memorandum of Understanding With ‘Dignity and Honor’
Binance News - Pakistan’s prime minister said Iran reached a memorandum of understanding with “dignity and honor.” According to Jin10, the prime minister made the remarks without providing additional details about the memorandum of understanding, including its parties, scope, or timing.
U.S. Six-Week Treasury Bill Auction Allocation Rises To 92.35%
Binance News - The U.S. six-week Treasury bill auction allocation percentage was 92.35% for the auction dated June 23. According to Jin10, the previous reading was 35.89%.
GEOPOLITICS | Bessent Warns Against US Being at ‘Mercy’ of Foreign Chokepoint
Binance News - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said US economic statecraft policies will be guided in part by ensuring the nation addresses vulnerabilities to any adversary being able to curtail vital supplies, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Bellingham questions player-of-match award after England 0-0 Ghana
Binance News - Jude Bellingham said he did not deserve the player-of-the-match award after England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup, calling it “second game fever” after England again failed to win their second group match. Bellingham, who scored in England’s opening win against Croatia, was substituted for Morgan Rogers with 20 minutes left in Boston and said the award, decided by an online fan vote, should have gone to a Ghana defender. The draw left England level with Ghana on four points ahead of their final group games against Panama and Croatia on Saturday. Captain Harry Kane said England were disappointed not to win and acknowledged he missed a late chance, while ...
AirAsia X Misses Some Supplier Payments as Fuel Costs Rise
Binance News - AirAsia X Bhd. has fallen behind on payments to some suppliers and has asked for deferrals on at least a dozen planes after higher fuel prices strained the low-cost carrier’s finances, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | Dell Shares Turn Higher After Falling as Much as 6.6%
Binance News - Dell shares reversed earlier losses and traded higher after falling as much as 6.6%. According to Jin10, the stock had previously been down 6.6% before turning positive.
Ari Emanuel in Talks to Buy ATG Entertainment for £4.5 Billion, FT Reports
Binance News - Hollywood superagent Ari Emanuel is in advanced talks to buy theater group ATG Entertainment Ltd. for £4.5 billion ($5.9 billion), according to Bloomberg, citing the Financial Times.
U.S. Senate Passes War Powers Resolution to Rein In Trump’s Iran War; BTC Barely Moves
Binance News - The U.S. Senate passed a War Powers Resolution on Tuesday by 50-48 to rein in President Donald Trump’s war with Iran, but Bitcoin (BTC) barely moved. According to BeInCrypto, the measure is the first of its kind to clear both chambers, though traders largely treated it as a formality as the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is already weeks old. Four Republicans—Bill Cassidy, Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Rand Paul—backed the resolution, while Senator John Fetterman was the only Democrat to oppose it. BTC traded near $62,667 on Wednesday, down about 2.5% over 24 hours.
Senate Votes to Rein In Trump’s Iran Strike Authority: Oil Moves, Stocks and Bitcoin Do Not
BeInCrypto - The Senate's historic 50-48 Iran vote rattled Washington, but Bitcoin barely moved as ETF outflows drive its slide. The post Senate Votes to Rein In Trump’s Iran Strike Authority: Oil Moves, Stocks and Bitcoin Do Not appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Euro Zone Growth Has Shown More Resilience to Supply Shocks Than Expected, ECB Vice President Says
Binance News - The European Central Bank’s vice president said the euro zone economy has shown stronger-than-expected resilience when facing supply shocks. According to Jin10, ECB Vice President Boris Vujcic said euro zone economic growth has proved more resilient than anticipated in the face of supply disruptions.
UAE Oil Exports Rebound to Nearly 85% of Pre-War Levels, IEA Says
Binance News - Oil exports from the United Arab Emirates in early June recovered to nearly 85% of the country’s pre-Iran war levels, according to Bloomberg, citing a report from the International Energy Agency. The IEA said the rebound came even before Washington and Tehran inked an interim peace deal, as the UAE drew on pipelines, storage and alternate shipping routes.
Colombia’s End-2027 Interest Rate Seen at 10.50% in Reuters Poll
Binance News - A Reuters poll showed that expectations for Colombia’s interest rate by the end of 2027 have risen to 10.50%. According to Jin10, the previous poll put the end-2027 interest rate expectation at 10%.
Ripple Nears 30-Country Payments Rollout After Preliminary MiCA Approval
Bitcoin.com - Ripple has obtained preliminary approval under the EU’s Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework for a Crypto Asset Service Provider license, positioning it to expand regulated services across all 30 countries in the European Economic Area. Regulatory Green Light Advances Ripple’s Regulated Payments Rollout Across Europe Ripple has received preliminary authorization for a Crypto Asset […]
Micron has signed a memory supply deal with Anthropic
Cryptopolitan - Micron Technology (MU.O) has struck a major deal with Anthropic, which is gearing up for an IPO. The memory chipmaker announced it entered a strategic agreement with Anthropic covering memory and storage supply. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Both companies will work together to analyze how memory and storage subsystems perform...
STOCKS | Dow Turns Higher as S&P 500 Narrows Losses and Nasdaq Falls
Binance News - The Dow turned positive, last up 0.1%, while the S&P 500’s decline narrowed to 0.7% and the Nasdaq was last down 1.2%. According to Jin10, the latest moves showed the Dow recovering into gains as the broader market remained lower.
Ship Insurers Face Major Claims From Iran War Damage, Allianz Says
Binance News - The insurance industry is set to face significant claims for ships damaged during the Iran war, according to Allianz SE, Bloomberg reported.
CME FedWatch Shows July Rate Hold Odds at 62.6%
Binance News - CME’s FedWatch tool indicates markets are pricing a 62.6% probability that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in July, with a 37.4% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point hike. According to ChainCatcher, the same tool shows that by September, the probability of rates remaining unchanged is 29.8%. For September, FedWatch data also assigns a 50.6% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point hike and a 19.6% probability of a cumulative 50-basis-point hike.
Bitcoin Hovers Near $62K as Micron Earnings Rattle Trader Nerves
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin can’t catch a break. The world’s largest cryptocurrency is stuck around $62,000, grinding sideways while traders scramble to defend… Read the original on Bitcoin Hovers Near $62K as Micron Earnings Rattle Trader Nerves. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | Microsoft Completes Construction of First Data Center in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
Binance News - Microsoft announced that construction of its first data center in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, has been completed. According to Jin10, the company said the facility is located in the U.S. state of Wisconsin.
STOCKS | Couche-Tard Shares Hit Record as Middle East War Lifts Fuel Margins
Binance News - Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. shares hit a record after the gas station and convenience store operator posted surging profit as high fuel prices boosted margins, according to Bloomberg. The company saw big gains in fuel margins after the war in the Middle East caused prices to spike.
CBOE Launches CBOE Predicts Forecasting Platform
Binance News - The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) has launched a forecasting platform called CBOE Predicts and plans to introduce its first products as part of a new prediction market series. According to Odaily, the initial products will be listed on the platform.
WORLD CUP | Ghana hold England 0-0; both on four points in Group L
Binance News - Ghana drew England 0-0 on Tuesday, leaving both teams with four points after two Group L matches, according to Yahoo Sports. England pushed late, with Benjamin Asare saving Bukayo Saka before Nico O’Reilly hit the crossbar and Harry Kane sent the rebound over, while Ghana had a late counter chance that ended with Antoine Semenyo flagged offside after he inadvertently blocked Prince Adu’s shot.
Meet Qwable: The Free Local Model That Thinks Like Claude Fable
Decrypt - Someone fine-tuned Fable 5's reasoning style into a local Qwen model. Then someone else removed its conscience.
Meta Taps Cred Founder Kunal Shah to Lead WhatsApp After Advice to Cox
Binance News - Meta Platforms Inc. handed leadership of WhatsApp to Kunal Shah, one of India’s most prominent angel investors and the founder of fintech star Cred, Bloomberg reported. The decision started with a cold email after Meta executive Chris Cox sought Shah’s advice on WhatsApp, according to Bloomberg.
AI | Anthropic Customer Sues US Over Losing Access to Fable AI Model
Binance News - An artificial intelligence startup that uses Anthropic PBC’s AI models sued the US over a government order that the maker of Claude and Mythos keep its most advanced technology out of the hands of foreign nationals, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | MSCI Upgrades Bulgaria to Frontier; Vietnam, Argentina Unchanged
Binance News - MSCI Inc. reclassified Bulgaria as a frontier market in its latest review of global stock indexes, according to Bloomberg. MSCI also said it made no changes to the status of Argentina and Vietnam.
STOCKS | Philadelphia Semiconductor Index Falls 7.5%
Binance News - The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 7.5%. According to Jin10, the index posted the decline in the latest session.
MSCI Keeps South Korea in Emerging-Market Index in Latest Review
Binance News - MSCI Inc. kept South Korea in its emerging-market index and did not begin a formal review that could eventually lift the country’s $5 trillion stock market to developed-market status, according to Bloomberg.
Trump's Quantum Push Wins Praise, But Experts Warn Bitcoin Isn't Ready
Decrypt - Industry leaders welcomed President Trump's quantum executive orders, while researchers said the accelerated timelines reflect growing urgency around post-quantum security and cryptocurrency infrastructure.
Iran Reopens Western Airspace, State Media Reports
Binance News - Iran has reopened its western airspace, Iranian state media reported. According to Jin10, the report said the airspace in the west of the country is now open.
STOCKS | Goldman Sachs Equity Trading Revenue Expected to Top $5 Billion in Q2
Binance News - Goldman Sachs Group’s equity trading business is expected to post another record second quarter, with revenue likely exceeding $5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. According to Jin10, executives expect the unit’s revenue could even surpass the $5.3 billion reported for the first quarter, with about one week remaining in the quarter. If achieved, the result would be above analysts’ average expectation of $4.77 billion and would mark the bank’s third consecutive quarter setting an ...
STOCKS | Stock Traders Watch Key S&P 500 Technical Levels for Signs Dip Buyers Return
Binance News - A selloff in US equities has pushed the S&P 500 Index to what traders see as a crucial inflection point, with chart watchers focusing on key technical thresholds for signals on whether the worst of the decline has passed, according to Bloomberg.
AI Boom Draws Investors From Japan Value Stocks to Growth Shares
Binance News - Japanese equities, long regarded by global investors as a value market, are starting to attract growth-focused funds as AI-linked firms climb to the top of market-cap rankings, Bloomberg reported. The shift is displacing manufacturers and telecom giants that dominated Japan’s market for decades.
Cerebras Forecasts 2026 Sales That Disappoint Investors
Binance News - Cerebras Systems Inc., a newly public chipmaker seeking to compete with Nvidia Corp. in AI computer components, issued an annual sales forecast for 2026 that fell short of investor expectations, Bloomberg reported.
MSCI Delays Indonesia’s Market Status Review Until November
Binance News - MSCI Inc. again postponed its review of Indonesian equities, saying it needs more time to assess whether recently announced transparency reforms are effective, according to Bloomberg.
Crypto’s Clarity Act Has a New Enemy: Catholic Leaders
Decrypt - A group of 82 Catholic leaders warned a key provision of the crypto bill, protecting software developers from prosecution, could enable human trafficking.
STOCKS | Top Energy Fund Favors Japan Stocks Aiding Efficient AI Power Use
Binance News - One of the world’s best-performing energy funds is doubling down on companies that help data centers consume power more efficiently, with Japanese stocks among its top investments, according to Bloomberg.
GEOPOLITICS | NYC Heads to Polls as Mamdani’s Endorsements Divide Democrats
Binance News - Zohran Mamdani is betting that voters who turned out in large numbers last year to elect him New York City mayor will help send a group of his allies to Washington, according to Bloomberg.
Phison CEO Says NAND Flash Shortages Are Becoming Irreversible, Orders Booked Through Q2 2027
Binance News - Phison Electronics CEO Pan Jiancheng said NAND flash supply remains tight and shortages are deepening, adding that the shortage trend is likely to be long-term and irreversible. According to Jin10, Pan said the imbalance between supply and demand is expected to be significantly worse in the second half of this year than in the first half, and he expects conditions next year to be even more severe. Pan said Phison’s orders have already been booked through the first and second quarters of 2027.
Zcash Orchard Bug Could Have Enabled Undetectable Shielded ZEC Minting for Roughly Four Years
Binance News - Quantstamp published a technical breakdown of a bug in Zcash’s Orchard shielded pool that could have allowed undetectable minting of shielded ZEC for roughly four years. According to NS3.AI, Shielded Labs said there is no cryptographic proof that can demonstrate whether the bug was exploited. A proposal dated June 4 would address the issue by creating a new shielded pool and applying turnstile accounting to track coins leaving Orchard. The changes would be subject to governance approval.
Mark Zuckerberg ordered Meta staff to develop moneyless prediction market: NYT
CoinTelegraph - The Meta CEO reportedly plans for the company to launch a prediction market independent of its other apps allowing users to place wagers using a points system rather than money.
Options Market Challenges Futures’ Aggressive Fed Hike Bets
Binance News - Options traders are increasing bets that the broader market overreacted to the Federal Reserve’s hawkish pivot when it priced in a series of US interest-rate hikes starting later this year, according to Bloomberg.
Oil Prices Fall This Month as U.S.-Iran Deal Takes Shape, Dan Dicker Sees Potential Spike
Binance News - Brent and WTI fell this month as a U.S.-Iran deal took shape, while oil market commentator Dan Dicker said prices could rise from about $75 to $135 within a month. According to NS3.AI, the decline came as negotiations progressed and as officials described steps aimed at reducing risks to energy flows. U.S. Vice President JD Vance said the talks built a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
Arthur Hayes Sees $40,000 Bitcoin Bottom Within the Next Six Months
BeInCrypto - Arthur Hayes expects Bitcoin to bottom near $40,000 in six months as a hawkish Fed and macro catalysts test the range. The post Arthur Hayes Sees $40,000 Bitcoin Bottom Within the Next Six Months appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Morgan Stanley Caps Private Credit Fund After 11.6% Exit Request
Binance News - Morgan Stanley is capping investor withdrawals at 5% for a $7 billion private credit fund after shareholders sought to redeem 11.6% of assets in the second quarter, according to Bloomberg. The limit allows less than half of the requested redemptions.
Veteran Trader Dan Dicker Sees Oil Jumping to $135 Despite Trump Iran Deal
Binance News - Veteran energy trader Dan Dicker says oil could spike from about $75 to $135 within a month even as markets treat President Donald Trump’s Iran deal as easing war risks. According to BeInCrypto, Brent crude (BRN) and WTI (CL) fell this month as Vice President JD Vance led Switzerland talks and announced a framework to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, though Trump also threatened fresh strikes and Vance called the Lebanon ceasefire a work in progress. Dicker said tight inventories and a failure of supply to recover could force a sharp repricing. BeInCrypto also cited bearish positioning in Hyperliquid’s Brent perpetual, mixed options signals in the United States Brent Oil Fund ...
STOCKS | Barclays Raises S&P 500 End-2026 Target to 7,800
Binance News - Barclays raised its end-2026 target for the S&P 500 to 7,800 points from 7,650 points. According to Jin10, the bank did not provide additional details in the report cited.
Iranian President Pezeshkian Discusses Defense Cooperation With Pakistan’s Army Chief, Iranian Media Reports
Binance News - Iranian President Pezeshkian discussed defense cooperation with Pakistan’s army chief, Iranian media reported. According to Jin10, the report came from the Iranian Students News Agency. The report said Pezeshkian held talks with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff on matters related to defense cooperation.
BlackRock recommends 1% to 2% Bitcoin allocation as AI trade diverts capital from crypto
Cryptopolitan - BlackRock told financial advisors on Tuesday, June 23, that a small Bitcoin position, around 1% to 2% of a portfolio, could improve returns without blowing up risk budgets. The recommendation came in a social media post from BlackRock’s official account, pointing investors to comments from Michael Gates and linking to the firm’s iShares Bitcoin Trust...
Trump’s Iran Deal Crushed Oil Prices, But Veteran Trader Sees a $135 Shock
BeInCrypto - The oil market is treating Trump’s Iran deal as the end of the war scare. One veteran trader’s oil price prediction says that the read is wrong. Brent crude looks calm, but the calm may be the setup. The futures curve and the physical market seem to back him. Trump’s Deal Reset the Oil Mood The post Trump’s Iran Deal Crushed Oil Prices, But Veteran Trader Sees a $135 Shock appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Mark Zuckerberg Wants a Prediction Market Too: NYT
Decrypt - The initiative follows bets on stablecoins and the metaverse.
Oracle cuts 21,000 jobs as focus shifts to AI
Cryptopolitan - Tech giant Oracle has relieved almost 21,000 people of their positions over the past fiscal year, amounting to a 13% reduction in its global workforce, as the company funneled tens of billions of dollars into artificial intelligence infrastructure, according to its annual 10-K filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing, published on June...
FedEx Sees Profit Growing This Year After Earnings Top Estimates
Binance News - FedEx Corp. posted quarterly earnings that topped Wall Street expectations and said profit would grow this year, according to Bloomberg, supporting the courier’s effort to simplify its business.
SpaceX Plans $25 Billion Debut Bond Sale in Five Parts
Binance News - Elon Musk’s rocket, satellite and AI conglomerate SpaceX is set to raise $25 billion in a five-part bond offering on Tuesday, in its debut bond sale, people familiar with the matter said. The company is offering a relatively wide premium over Treasuries to complete the deal, according to Bloomberg.
Trump Administration Considers White House Aide Heidi Overton for Top FDA Job
Binance News - White House policy aide Heidi Overton is among the final candidates the Trump administration is considering to lead the Food and Drug Administration, according to people familiar with the matter, according to Bloomberg.
Sen. John Kennedy Dismisses Digital Chamber CEO’s Crypto Promotion at Affordability Hearing
Binance News - Louisiana Senator John Kennedy dismissed what he described as the “promotion” of cryptocurrency by Digital Chamber CEO Cody Carbone during a U.S. Senate hearing focused on affordability. According to Cointelegraph, Kennedy’s remarks came as Carbone spoke about cryptocurrency in the context of the hearing’s broader discussion. The report did not provide additional details about the specific points Carbone raised or the broader exchange beyond Kennedy’s characterization of Carbone’s comments as promotional. Cointelegraph also did not specify further outcomes from the hearing segment referenced, including whether other senators ...
WORLD CUP | Leao says he will decide on AC Milan future after World Cup
Binance News - Portugal winger Rafael Leao said the arrival of coach Ruben Amorim could affect whether he leaves AC Milan, adding he will make a decision after the World Cup. Leao spoke after scoring in Portugal’s 5-0 Group K win over Uzbekistan, having been left out of the starting lineup for the 1-1 draw with RD Congo and the match against Uzbekistan, according to Yahoo Sports.
Tesla tops the American-made list, but at home the market is shrinking
Cryptopolitan - Tesla once again sits at the top of Cars.com’s ranking of the most American-made vehicles, an odd result given that the U.S. electric vehicle market it helped start is now shrinking after federal tax credits went away. Cars.com said on Tuesday that the Tesla Model 3 took the No. 1 spot on its American-Made Index...
Ethereum Foundation Slashes 40% of Budget as 9 Senior Leaders Exit Since January
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The Ethereum Foundation is cutting deep. A 40% budget reduction paired with a 20% headcount cut — that’s the scale… Read the original on Ethereum Foundation Slashes 40% of Budget as 9 Senior Leaders Exit Since January. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
South Korea's LG Chem bets $9.7 billion as it pivots to AI, robotics, others
Cryptopolitan - South Korea’s largest chemical company LG Chem is looking to pivot from its petrochemical business toward AI-driven growth areas, citing slow profitability. In a town hall meeting Monday, LG Chem disclosed it’s allocating 15 trillion won ($9.74 billion) in research and development to expand its business portfolio. About 70% of the fund will target semiconductor,...
Strive CEO Says Firm Boosted Bitcoin Holdings to 20,000
Binance News - Strive Inc. Chief Executive Officer Matt Cole said the firm has been buying Bitcoin aggressively as the price keeps falling, according to Bloomberg. Cole said Strive’s Bitcoin holdings have risen to 20,000 from 5,000 last fall. He made the comments on “Bloomberg Crypto.”
Iraq’s SOMO Says Kirkuk Crude Exports Via Northern Route Rise to Nearly 7 Million Barrels a Month
Binance News - Iraq’s State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO) said exports of Kirkuk crude shipped via the northern route increased from 4 million barrels to nearly 7 million barrels per month. According to Jin10, SOMO provided the updated export volumes but did not specify the time period for the increase or additional operational details.
SpaceX Shares Turn Higher in Pre-Market Trading After Erasing Earlier Losses
Binance News - SpaceX shares erased earlier pre-market losses and moved into gains. According to Jin10, the stock reversed direction in pre-market trading after previously declining.
U.S. President Donald Trump Says Iran Urgently Needs Food and Medical Supplies
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran urgently needs food and medical supplies. According to Jin10, Trump made the remarks without providing additional details.
U.S. President Donald Trump Says Oil Prices Are Falling as World Becomes Safer
Binance News - U.S. President Donald Trump said oil prices were “plunging” and that the world was becoming safer. According to Jin10, Trump made the remarks without providing additional details or data to support the statement.
STOCKS | Cybersecurity Firm Varonis Weighs Sale After Takeover Interest
Binance News - Varonis Systems Inc. is exploring options including a potential sale after receiving takeover interest, according to people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reported.
Argentina Economy Grew More Than Expected in First Quarter
Binance News - Argentina’s economy expanded more than expected in the first quarter, showing resilience even as unemployment increased and wages lagged inflation, according to Bloomberg.
Waltek Gas Says Russia Requires Special Permits for Helium Exports, Helium Prices Have Fallen From Highs
Binance News - Waltek Gas said Russia has added helium to a list of specific commodities, requiring special permits for exports to regions outside the Eurasian Economic Union, and noted that helium prices have shown a clear decline from previous highs. According to Jin10, the company said in a filing that its shares were flagged for abnormal trading volatility after the cumulative deviation in closing-price gains exceeded 30% over two consecutive trading days on June 22, 2026, and June 23, 2026. ...
Cboe Revives Binary Options to Compete With Kalshi, Polymarket
Binance News - Cboe Global Markets, Inc. said Tuesday it has revived a type of S&P 500 contract after a hiatus of more than a decade, moving into a product that has become popular on prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket, according to Bloomberg.
Mike Sommers Says Strategic Petroleum Reserve Shouldn’t Be Used for Political Purposes
Binance News - Mike Sommers, president of the American Petroleum Institute, said the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve should not be used for political purposes, according to Bloomberg. Sommers, speaking on Bloomberg’s “Balance of Power” about the American Energy Security Framework, also said the reserve is “in desperate need of upgrading.”
JPMorgan Credit Interval Fund Wins SEC Approval for Monthly Redemptions
Binance News - JPMorgan Chase & Co. won U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission approval to offer monthly redemptions on a new interval fund investing in private and public credit, according to Bloomberg. The approval comes as the direct-lending industry faces another round of elevated investor requests to withdraw cash.
GEOPOLITICS | Trump Call for US Crop Sales to Iran Draws Mixed Reaction From Farmers
Binance News - US President Donald Trump’s call for Iran to buy US crops as part of a peace deal drew a mix of doubt and cautious optimism among American farmers, according to Bloomberg.
House Panel Sets July 17 Hearing on Digital Asset Market Clarity Act in New York
Binance News - The House Financial Services Committee scheduled a July 17 hearing in New York on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. According to NS3.AI, the bill would split oversight by assigning the Commodity Futures Trading Commission responsibility for spot digital commodity markets and the Securities and Exchange Commission responsibility for digital assets that qualify as investment contracts. Separately, the Senate Banking Committee advanced the CLARITY Act by a 15-9 vote on May 14. ...
Vitalik Buterin Says Nonprofit Behind Ether Is Facing Difficult Decisions
Binance News - Vitalik Buterin, the programmer who helped create the underlying technology for Ether, said the nonprofit behind the cryptocurrency is being forced to make some difficult decisions. According to Bloomberg, Ether is the world’s No. 2 cryptocurrency.
WORLD CUP | England vs Ghana line-ups: Kane starts, Sulemana benched
Binance News - England and Ghana named their starting line-ups for their World Cup 2026 Group L match in Boston, with Harry Kane starting for England and Kamaldeen Sulemana on the bench for Ghana. England made changes including Marc Guehi replacing John Stones and Djed Spence preferred to Nico O’Reilly, while Bukayo Saka was not fully fit; Kane again starts alongside Noni Madueke, Jude Bellingham and Anthony Gordon after scoring twice in a 4-2 win over Croatia. Ghana started Benjamin Asare in goal after Lawrence Ati Zigi’s injury and brought in Thomas Partey after he missed the opener, with Jordan Ayew leading the attack; kick-off was set for 21.00 UK time (22.00 CEST), according to Yahoo Sports.
STOCKS | Shennan Circuits Plans Up to 3.9 Billion Yuan A-Share Placement for mSAP Substrate Projects
Binance News - Shennan Circuits said it plans a private placement of A-shares to raise up to 3.9 billion yuan for advanced mSAP substrate and IC packaging substrate projects, as well as working capital and debt repayment. According to Jin10, the company released a 2026 plan to issue A-shares to no more than 35 designated investors. After deducting issuance expenses, the proceeds are intended for a Phase I intelligent manufacturing and industrialization project for advanced mSAP substrates at Zhuhai Shennan Semiconductor Co., Ltd., a Phase III integrated circuit packaging substrate project at Zhuhai Xingke Semiconductor Co., Ltd., and for replenishing working ...
AI TRENDS | Google Backs 12-Week Incubator for AI Startups Founded by Former Employees
Binance News - Google is supporting an incubator program aimed at artificial intelligence startups founded by former employees. According to Jin10, the 12-week program is backed by the Google AI Futures Fund and will offer selected startups up to $350,000 in Google Cloud and AI credits, along with up to $100,000 in funding. Organizers expect the first cohort to include 10 to 20 startups. The program is scheduled to be announced on Tuesday, as Google seeks to attract more AI companies to use its chips and cloud computing services. ...
Russian ESPO Blend for July–August Delivery Falls to Parity With ICE Brent
Binance News - Russian ESPO Blend crude for July to August delivery has fallen to a level equal to ICE Brent, sources said. According to Jin10, the decline was attributed to weak demand and expectations of increased supply.