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Bitcoin's price floor at $60K returns amid Hormuz tensions; AI boosts Ethereum; Senate faces Clarity Act deadline.
Tom Lee bets Ethereum’s comeback on the rise of AI
Cryptopolitan - According to Tom Lee, the co-founder of Fundstrat, smart contract blockchains could prove to be the best defense for society as artificial intelligence assumes a larger share in the global economy. During his speech at the WebX 2026 conference, Lee explained that Ethereum is all set to move into a new phase of growth after...
Chipmaker Giant’s June Revenue Jumps 68% in Strongest Month of 2026
BeInCrypto - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, reported June revenue of T$442.68 billion ($13.78 billion). This marked a 67.9% year-on-year jump, the fastest monthly growth of 2026, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) chip demand. AI Demand Powers Record Revenue For The Chipmaker Giant June sales rose 6.2% from May and pushed second-quarter revenue The post Chipmaker Giant’s June Revenue Jumps 68% in Strongest Month of 2026 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Clarity Act Enters a Make-or-Break Week as Senate Returns With Aug. 7 Clock Ticking
Bitcoin.com - The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act faces a decisive stretch as the U.S. Senate returns from recess on Monday with roughly 20 working days left before the Aug. 7 break. The coming days should bring “further clarity” on the bill’s status alongside fresh inflation data and Federal Reserve speeches. A Crowded Calendar of Data, Fed […]
Capital Doesn't Sleep: Backpack Launches 24/7 Trading for Real US Stocks
CoinPaprika - Backpack launched a 24/7 market for tokenized US equities on 10 July 2026, starting with SpaceX, Micron, and SanDisk. The shares are backed 1:1 by real stock and trade on the Solana blockchain.
Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Now Grip 84% of Supply While Short-Term Coins Vanish
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin climbed from $58,000 to $64,000 in early July. That’s a 7% gain after a rough June, and it came… Read the original on Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Now Grip 84% of Supply While Short-Term Coins Vanish. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bitcoin’s $60K price floor is back in play as Hormuz oil shock returns
CryptoSlate - BTC fell below $63,000 after new U.S. strikes as oil, the dollar and yields rose and equity futures retreated. The post Bitcoin’s $60K price floor is back in play as Hormuz oil shock returns appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Bitget Stocks 2.0: How crypto users can now own real U.S. Stocks without leaving the exchange
Cryptopolitan - Historically, crypto users who wanted U.S. stocks had to exit the digital-asset ecosystem. Access involved local brokers, bank transfers, and jurisdiction-specific requirements that raised entry barriers and costs. Bitget Stocks 2.0 changes that narrative by allowing eligible users to seamlessly trade 10,000+ U.S. stocks and ETFs using stablecoins directly within a single unified account What...
Indian Equities Draw $1.3 Billion in Biggest Weekly Foreign Buy Since June 2025
BeInCrypto - Global funds bought more than $1 billion of Indian equities in the four days through July 9, the biggest weekly purchase since at least June 2025, according to Bloomberg. Goldman Sachs expects the buying to continue. The bank said that funds’ “underweight positioning” leaves plenty of scope to add, as a stable rupee and clearer The post Indian Equities Draw $1.3 Billion in Biggest Weekly Foreign Buy Since June 2025 appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Quiet Weekend Sets Stage for Crypto Week Ahead
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Over the weekend crypto markets remained largely quiet with limited volatility and only modest price shifts across major assets. Trading… Read the original on Quiet Weekend Sets Stage for Crypto Week Ahead. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
AI TRENDS | Zhipu AI Founder Tang Jie Says Firm Will Keep Investing in Four Key Areas
Binance News - Zhipu AI founder Tang Jie issued an internal letter titled The Giant Wave Has Arrived amid volatility in the company’s share price and the lifting of restrictions on previously locked-up shares. According to PANews, the letter said Zhipu AI has not rushed to monetize after its listing, and instead plans to continue investing in four areas: long-horizon tasks, autonomous agents, self-training, and safety governance.
STOCKS | Fulin Transportation Forecasts 2026 First-Half Net Profit to Rise 134.56% to 191.03%
Binance News - Fulin Transportation said it expects its net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of 2026 to be between 270 million yuan and 335 million yuan, up 134.56% to 191.03% year over year. According to Jin10, the company said the increase was mainly driven by the completion of an equity transfer transaction during the reporting period, which led it to recognize 208 million yuan in investment income from the disposal of equity. The company added that net profit after excluding non-recurring items showed a ...
China's Agriculture Ministry: Wholesale Agricultural Price Index 200 Rises to 111.09 on July 13
Binance News - China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said the "Wholesale Agricultural Price Index 200" stood at 111.09 on July 13, up 0.65 points from last Friday, while the "Vegetable Basket" wholesale price index was 110.82, up 0.76 points, according to 36Kr. As of 2:00 p.m. on July 13, average prices at China's wholesale agricultural markets were 15.95 yuan/kg for pork (up 1.8%), 66.69 yuan/kg for beef (up 0.4%), 64.48 yuan/kg for mutton (down 0.6%), 9.81 yuan/kg for eggs (up 2.2%), and 17.54 yuan/kg for dressed chicken (up 2.0%) versus last Friday.
Bitcoin Holds $63,800 While Gold and Oil Whipsaw on U.S.-Iran Strikes
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin didn’t flinch. While gold swung, oil spiked, and stocks lurched in both directions, the world’s largest cryptocurrency sat near… Read the original on Bitcoin Holds $63,800 While Gold and Oil Whipsaw on U.S.-Iran Strikes. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
STOCKS | Morgan Stanley Expects U.S. Stock Rally to Broaden Beyond Tech Giants
Binance News - Morgan Stanley strategists said U.S. stocks beyond the tech giants were likely to post strong results in the current earnings season, helping extend the market rally to a wider set of shares. According to Jin10, the team led by Michael Wilson said the median company in the S&P 1500 Composite Index was seeing earnings-per-share growth of more than 10%, the best performance since the post-pandemic recovery began. The strategists added that analysts were still raising profit expectations for the consumer discretionary and transportation sectors, which they described as closely tied to economic growth. The team said it expected the market’s ...
Iran Says U.S. Pressure on Oman Is Hindering Joint Strait of Hormuz Mechanism Talks
Binance News - Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Iran is trying to establish a joint mechanism with Oman for the Strait of Hormuz, but U.S. pressure on Oman is obstructing the effort. According to Jin10, the spokesperson said the United States has put pressure on Oman, which has hindered Iran’s attempt to build the joint mechanism.
Tata Capital to Enter Gold-Loan Market With Majority Stake in Yogakshemam Loans
Binance News - Tata Capital Ltd., one of India’s biggest shadow lenders, is entering the country’s $194 billion gold-loan market by acquiring a majority stake in Yogakshemam Loans Ltd., according to Bloomberg. The deal adds competition in what Bloomberg described as India’s fastest-growing lending segment.
Helsing Raises Funding at $18 Billion Valuation With Goldman Backing
Binance News - Drone startup Helsing raised a financing round at a valuation of $18 billion, cementing its status as Europe’s largest defense startup, according to Bloomberg.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Says the United States Has Repeatedly Violated Agreements
Binance News - Iran's Foreign Ministry said the United States has repeatedly violated agreements. According to Jin10, the statement did not provide further details.
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: Iran Will Not Fulfill MoU Commitments Unless U.S. Does So First
Binance News - Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said Iran will not fulfill the commitments in a memorandum of understanding signed with the United States as long as the U.S. side does not fulfill its own commitments. According to Jin10, the spokesperson stated that Iran’s position is conditional on the United States carrying out what it promised under the memorandum of understanding.
STOCKS | Morgan Stanley’s Wilson Sees Profit Boost for Stocks Beyond Tech
Binance News - US stocks beyond the technology giants are poised to report strong earnings this season, potentially broadening the equity rally, according to Morgan Stanley strategists, Bloomberg reported.
Africa’s Raxio Plans Tanzania Entry as Funding Pool Rises to $380 Million
Binance News - Africa-focused data-center firm Raxio Group plans to enter Tanzania as it increases its funding pool to $380 million, Chief Executive Officer Robert Mullins said, according to Bloomberg.
AI | South Korea Plans to Use Record AI Tax Windfall to Fund Growth
Binance News - South Korea expects to reap a record tax windfall from the artificial intelligence-driven semiconductor boom, giving President Lee Jae Myung’s government added fiscal capacity to fund an ambitious investment agenda, according to Bloomberg.
XRP Falls to $1.07 and Bitcoin Slides to $62,000 as U.S.-Iran Conflict Escalates
Binance News - XRP fell to the $1.07 range and Shiba Inu traded at $0.0000054 after the U.S. launched fresh attacks on Iran. According to NS3.AI, the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz escalated, with missiles being fired from both sides. Bitcoin also declined, falling to the $62,000 zone amid the heightened geopolitical tensions. In broader markets, Japan’s Nikkei dropped more than 1,500 points as Asian markets opened Monday lower.
STOCKS | Dutch Chip Equipment Makers ASMI, ASML, and BESI Fall 2% to 3%
Binance News - Shares of Dutch semiconductor companies ASMI, ASML, and BESI fell by between 2% and 3%. According to Jin10, the three stocks each declined within that range.
Chris Burniske Says Bitcoin Will Reward Patience, With ZEC as a Complement to BTC
Binance News - Placeholder partner Chris Burniske said he has been reading Lyn Alden’s book Broken Money and that it has strengthened his view that Bitcoin and other internet-native “hard money” will most reward patient holders. According to Foresight News, Burniske added that ZEC is the most credible complement to BTC. Burniske said a “wave of impatience” emerged during 2016-2025, when many people did not deeply understand Bitcoin and instead treated it as another technology platform. He argued that Bitcoin is closer to a social reboot than a simple technical upgrade, and that such a reboot takes decades to complete. ...
STOCKS | ChangXin Technology Details Pre-IPO Employee Share Plans Ahead of STAR Market Listing
Binance News - ChangXin Technology said in its prospectus that it implemented two pre-IPO employee shareholding plans, granting equity a total of 6,760 times and covering management, key business staff, core technical personnel, and frontline employees in critical roles. According to Odaily, the two plans were carried out over four years. The first phase began in September 2021, granting shares to 3,596 employees at a price of CNY 1.05 per unit of registered capital, covering staff involved early in production line construction and technology R&D. The second phase began in June 2023, when the company was experiencing heavy losses and a significant erosion ...
U.K. Government Bond Yields Rise 3 to 5 Basis Points at the Open
Binance News - U.K. government bond yields rose by 3 to 5 basis points at the market open today. According to Jin10, the move was seen at the start of trading.
STOCKS | European Stocks Open Mixed as DAX, CAC 40, and Euro Stoxx 50 Fall
Binance News - European stock indexes opened mixed on Monday. According to Jin10, Germany's DAX 30 opened down 131.42 points, or 0.52%, at 24,954.00. The U.K.'s FTSE 100 opened up 1.71 points, or 0.02%, at 10,499.00. France's CAC 40 opened down 28.45 points, or 0.34%, at 8,310.52, while the Euro Stoxx 50 opened down 31.02 points, or 0.49%, at 6,238.95. Spain's IBEX 35 opened down 80.13 points, or 0.41%, at 19,304.57, and Italy's FTSE MIB opened down 148.67 points, or 0.28%, at 52,465.50.
GEOPOLITICS | Sfakianakis Says Iran Is Testing US Resolve in Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - Iran and the US traded tit-for-tat attacks over the weekend, issuing conflicting statements on whether the Strait of Hormuz is open for shipping, according to Bloomberg. John Sfakianakis, chief economist and head of research at the Gulf Research Center, said a return to full-scale war is a possibility but that the situation is “not yet” at that point.
MUFG Overtakes Toyota as Japan’s Most Valuable Company
Binance News - Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc.’s market capitalization rose to the highest in Japan, surpassing Toyota Motor Corp. The move marked the first time a bank has held the top spot since the current three so-called megabank groups were established, according to Bloomberg.
Yen Weakens After Report Japan Has No Plans to Change GPIF Allocation
Binance News - The yen weakened against the dollar after Reuters reported that Japan has no plans to overhaul the Government Pension Investment Fund’s asset allocation, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Merino Scores Again off Bench as Spain Beat Belgium 2-1 to Reach Semi-Finals
Binance News - Mikel Merino came off the bench for the second straight match and scored the decisive goal as Spain beat Belgium 2-1 to reach the World Cup semi-finals, according to Yahoo Sports. The Arsenal midfielder previously scored as a substitute against Portugal in the last 16, and Spain will now play France on Tuesday for a place in the final.
STOCKS | CXMT Files STAR Market IPO Prospectus Seeking 29.5 Billion Yuan Raise
Binance News - CXMT has disclosed a prospectus for a planned IPO on Shanghai’s STAR Market, targeting proceeds of 29.5 billion yuan. According to NS3.AI, the offering is set to issue 6.688 billion shares, representing about 10% of the company’s post-issuance share capital. The prospectus also states that CXMT’s employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) covers 6,760 employees.
Middle East Conflict Prompts Economists to Cut Euro Zone 2026 Growth Forecast
Binance News - Economists have lowered their forecast for euro zone economic growth in 2026 after fighting in the Middle East resumed. According to Jin10, a survey conducted from July 3 to 8 showed that economists expected the euro zone economy to grow more weakly this year than previously forecast. The median forecast from 56 economists put euro zone growth in 2026 at 0.5%, down from 0.7% expected last month and below the European Central Bank’s baseline scenario of 0.8%. ...
Tianwei Video Names Ji Tong Chairman, Replacing Zhang Yumin as Legal Representative
Binance News - Tianwei Video has changed its legal representative and chairman, with Zhang Yumin stepping down and Ji Tong taking over, according to 36Kr. Corporate registry data from Tianyancha shows the company was founded in July 1995 with registered capital of about RMB 803 million, and its business scope includes information system integration, internet data services and IoT technology services. The company is jointly held by shareholders including Shenzhen Media Group and China Telecom Corp., the report said. Media reports cited by 36Kr said Tianwei Video previously announced it had completed a board re-election, and Ji Tong formally assumed the roles of the companys Party committee secretary and chairman.
Stellantis Shipments Rise 10% on North America Growth
Binance News - Stellantis NV shipments climbed 10% in the second quarter, fueled by growth in North America, as the maker of Jeep sport utility vehicles and Ram pickup trucks continues with a turnaround plan, according to Bloomberg.
France Jobless Rate Seen at Seven-Year High in 2026, Survey Shows
Binance News - French unemployment is forecast to reach its highest level since 2019, raising concerns about the fragility of the euro zone’s second-largest economy, according to Bloomberg.
Mufti Taqi Usmani and Scholars Rule Crypto Purchases Not Permitted Under Islamic Law
Binance News - Six scholars signed a ruling stating that purchases made with cryptocurrency are not permitted under Islamic law, including the use of digital tokens and stablecoins such as Tether (USDT). According to NS3.AI, PVARA chairman Bilal bin Saqib met Mufti Taqi Usmani and called for both technical and Shariah reviews of different categories of cryptocurrency. The report said the ruling covers digital tokens and stablecoins, and the meeting focused on assessing how various crypto categories align with Islamic ...
Euro-Area Growth Outlook Cut as Iran War Weighs on Region, Economists Say
Binance News - Economists cut their outlook for euro-area growth this year after hostilities in the Middle East resumed, citing the impact of the Iran war on the region, according to Bloomberg.
Satellite Image Shows Direct Hit on U.S. Al Udeid Air Base Maintenance Shelter in Qatar
Binance News - A satellite image released by Iran showed that a maintenance shelter at the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar was hit. According to Jin10, the image indicated that the equipment maintenance shelter sustained a direct strike after the base was attacked by missiles from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
AI TRENDS | AI Consumer Surplus in the U.S. Reached About $172 Billion in Early 2026, HSBC Says
Binance News - Economists are increasingly trying to quantify how artificial intelligence is affecting consumer activity. According to Jin10, HSBC global economist James Pomeroy said the free-to-use nature of personal AI tools is generating substantial consumer surplus by saving users both money and time. Data cited in the report showed that in early 2026, AI-generated consumer surplus in the United States reached about $172 billion, up from about $116 billion six months earlier. The report said this surplus could reach $250 billion in 2027. It added that the ...
Michael Saylor Says Bitcoin Influence Comes From Contributions, Not Ambition
Binance News - Strategy founder Michael Saylor said influence in Bitcoin is earned through tangible contributions rather than ambition. According to Foresight News, Saylor wrote in a social media post that those who contribute capital, utility, and hash power to the network shape Bitcoin’s future.
Bridgepoint to Buy Majority Stake in Danish Drone Firm UMag Solutions
Binance News - UK-listed private capital firm Bridgepoint Group is acquiring a majority stake in UMag Solutions ApS, a Danish defense technology company, according to Bloomberg. The deal adds to a recent wave of transactions involving drone makers.
Smart Money Trader yixie10 Cancels Halfway Through TWAP Exit From SK Hynix ADR Position
Binance News - A trader identified as “smart money” yixie10 canceled a TWAP sell order midway while attempting to take profit ahead of the start of SK Hynix ADR trading, leaving a remaining position of 10,000 units that is currently at an unrealized loss. According to Odaily, on-chain analyst Ai Yi said yixie10 had previously profited more than $6.5 million from bets in the AI sector and had planned to lock in about $320,000 in profit before the ADR began trading. Ai Yi said the TWAP execution was halted halfway through, and the remaining position is now showing an unrealized loss of $1.914 million.
AI TRENDS | MSCI and UBS Form Strategic Partnership to Improve Private Markets Transparency
Binance News - MSCI and UBS Group said they have formed a strategic partnership aimed at improving transparency in private markets. According to Jin10, the two companies will work together to further expand MSCI’s AI-enabled platform to address long-standing challenges in private markets, including fragmented data and insufficient transparency. UBS will be among the first to implement the AI-enabled platform and will collaborate with MSCI to promote broader industry adoption of the standardized toolset, with the goal of accelerating standardization in private markets.
Binance P2P Will Open New Merchant Enrollment With 50 USDT Voucher Incentive
Binance News - According to the announcement from Binance, Binance P2P is launching a new round of merchant enrolment aimed at both new and experienced users, citing market demand. The company said active P2P merchants from other marketplaces may receive a priority fast-track review and can be fully onboarded within 3 business days. Binance also said it will provide a dedicated customer service group for priority support and a review consultant offering one-on-one guidance on document preparation and the application process. Campaign Details: The announcement includes a “New Merchant Welcome Reward” offering 50 USDT token vouchers to eligible users who onboard as certified ...
GEOPOLITICS | Ships Cross Hormuz in Secret as US-Iran Trade Strikes
Binance News - A handful of ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in secret in recent days, even as observable crossings all but ceased after a flare-up in fighting between the US and Iran, according to Bloomberg.
Multicoin Capital’s Tushar Jain Says Crypto Market Has Bottomed and Entered a Turning Point
Binance News - Multicoin Capital managing partner Tushar Jain said the cryptocurrency market has bottomed and is entering a turning point, citing signs such as subdued selling after major hacking incidents and rising application adoption. According to Foresight News, Jain made the comments on the When Shift Happens podcast, saying market sentiment has “truly bottomed” and that prices have become disconnected from fundamentals, which he described as part of a “perfect storm” indicating a shift. Jain said he remains bullish on Solana over the long term, arguing that SOL ...
TSMC Reports 67.9% Year-on-Year Revenue Surge in June, Beating High-End Guidance
Binance News - CNBC reported that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. reported a 67.9% year-on-year rise in June sales on Monday, ahead of its second-quarter earnings release later this week.TSMC reported June revenue of NT$442.68 billion, a 6.2% increase from the previous month. For the first half of 2026, total revenue reached NT$2.4 trillion ($74.99 billion), up 35.6% from the same period in 2025. The chip giant's shares rose 1% Monday.SemiAnalysis analyst Sravan Kundojjala said the numbers are quite robust, noting that second-quarter revenue exceeded TSMC's high-end guidance of $40.2 billion. He added that historically June revenue has declined month-over-month over the past four years, making the increase unusual.Kundojjala said the demand-supply situation in AI remains quite ...
PRECIOUS METALS | Kuwait Sets August OSP for Asian Ultra-Light Crude at $5 a Barrel Discount to Oman-Dubai Average
Binance News - Kuwait set the August official selling price (OSP) for its ultra-light crude sold to Asia at a discount of $5 per barrel to the average of Oman/Dubai crude. According to Jin10, the pricing was stated as a $5-per-barrel discount versus the Oman/Dubai average.
STOCKS | TSMC Reports June Revenue of NT$442.68 Billion, Up 67.9% Year Over Year
Binance News - TSMC said its revenue in June totaled NT$442.68 billion, a 67.9% increase from a year earlier. According to Odaily, the company reported May revenue of NT$416.98 billion.
Global Funds Return to Indian Stocks With Over $1 Billion in Buying
Binance News - Foreign investors poured more than $1 billion into Indian equities last week, as Goldman Sachs Group Inc. predicted further inflows, according to Bloomberg. Goldman cited a stable currency and improved earnings expectations as factors prompting funds to add to their holdings.
STOCKS | MSCI Asia Pacific Index Falls 2% to 265.92
Binance News - The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 2% to 265.92 points. According to Jin10, the index declined to 265.92.
South Africa Plans First Strategic Oil Reserve Increase Since Apartheid Era
Binance News - South Africa plans to increase its strategic oil reserves for the first time since the apartheid government stockpiled crude, adding to measures across the continent aimed at mitigating supply shocks, according to Bloomberg.
China Oil Imports May Rebound as Strategic Stockpiling Returns
Binance News - China’s crude oil imports appear set to recover after a months-long slump as the country relaxes fuel export curbs, raises refinery run rates and buys prompt Middle East supplies, according to Bloomberg. Analysts and traders forecast a return to strategic stockpiling later this year.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Warn U.S. Interference in Strait of Hormuz Could Trigger More Serious Global Oil and Gas Incidents
Binance News - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said the United States was continuing to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz and warned this would lead to more serious incidents in the global oil and gas sector. According to Jin10, the statement did not provide further details.
STOCKS | Guotai Haitong Sees a Liquidity Easing Window for Hong Kong Stocks From Late July to Mid-September
Binance News - Guotai Haitong chief strategy analyst Fang Yi said Hong Kong stocks could enter a window of easing micro-level funding conditions from late July to mid-September. According to Jin10, Fang said the first reason is that Hong Kong IPO activity has temporarily entered a seasonal lull that is expected to last until the end of September. The second reason is that the early-July peak in share lock-up expirations has passed, and Hong Kong stocks are expected to face large-scale lock-up expirations totaling more than HK$30 billion going forward. ...
Temasek-Backed Seviora and Churchill Asset Management Raise About $400 Million for Private Capital Financing Vehicle
Binance News - Seviora, a unit of Temasek, and Churchill Asset Management, part of Nuveen Private Capital, have raised about $400 million for a financing vehicle designed to give institutional investors access to private capital investments in Asia and the United States, according to 36Kr. The capital was placed into a collateralized fund obligation, a structure that issues securities backed by equity interests in alternative assets and is commonly used to package relatively illiquid private-market holdings into structured products.
Base Metals Fall as US-Iran Flare-Up Clouds Demand Outlook
Binance News - Base metals retreated after renewed hostilities between the US and Iran fueled concerns over global economic growth, clouding the outlook for industrial commodities, according to Bloomberg.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Say They Destroyed Two U.S. HIMARS Systems Deployed to Kuwait
Binance News - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they destroyed two U.S. HIMARS rocket launcher systems that had been deployed to Kuwait. According to Jin10, the statement did not provide additional details.
STOCKS | South Korea Exchange Triggers Marketwide Circuit Breaker for Seventh Time This Year
Binance News - South Korea’s stock market fell sharply on Monday, prompting the Korea Exchange to activate a circuit breaker on the benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI). According to Jin10, trading in KOSPI constituent stocks was halted for 20 minutes after the exchange triggered a marketwide circuit breaker at about 1:28 p.m. local time (12:28 (UTC+8)). The circuit breaker was activated after the KOSPI dropped more than 8% from the previous trading day’s close. The report said renewed tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment, with a new round of clashes between the United States and Iran around the Strait of Hormuz adding to selling pressure on ...
AI TRENDS | Daiwa Cuts Tencent Target Price to HK$670, Raises 2026 AI Capex Forecast
Binance News - Daiwa lowered its target price for Tencent Holdings (00700.HK) to HK$670 from HK$700 while maintaining a buy rating. According to Jin10, Daiwa said it expected Tencent to raise its anticipated AI capital expenditure, which would put pressure on its medium-term earnings. Daiwa also said growth in Tencent’s gaming business had slowed due to a high base, but it believed the company’s momentum in gaining market share remained intact. Daiwa cut its 2026 to 2028 earnings-per-share forecasts by 1% to 6% to reflect ...
STOCKS | Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun Says Xiaomi Auto to Enter Europe in 2027
Binance News - Xiaomi (1810) founder Lei Jun said Xiaomi Auto will enter the European market in 2027, according to Ming Pao. Lei made the comment in response to online users on a social platform who urged Xiaomi to bring models such as the SU7 and YU7 to Europe, or at least provide fans with an update on progress.
Musk and Altman trade barbs on X after SpaceX’s $75 billion IPO and new AI model launches
Binance News - According to CNBC, Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman exchanged insults in posts on X amid their long-running dispute over OpenAI’s shift from a nonprofit to a for-profit structure. Musk previously sued OpenAI and Altman in a California case that went to trial this year; a jury ruled in Altman’s favor and Musk said he would appeal.Weeks later, SpaceX completed an initial public offering that raised $75 billion, and OpenAI has filed confidentially for its own IPO. SpaceX this week released its Grok 4.5 generative AI model, while OpenAI debuted GPT-5.6 Sol. The latest back-and-forth followed a post about Apple filing suit against OpenAI on Friday over alleged theft of trade secrets; an OpenAI spokesperson said the company has no interest in other companies’ ...
SBI Funds IPO Anchor Book Said to Be 20 Times Subscribed
Binance News - The anchor book for SBI Funds Management Ltd.’s initial public offering was subscribed more than 20 times, drawing investors including Capital Group, BlackRock, Fidelity Investments and Goldman Sachs Asset Management, according to Bloomberg. Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and GIC also participated, people familiar with the matter said.
STOCKS | Periscope Analytics Sees 30% to 35% Short-Term Valuation Premium for SK Hynix ADRs
Binance News - SK Hynix’s newly listed American depositary receipts (ADRs) could trade at a valuation premium in the near term, Periscope Analytics analyst Brian Freitas said in a report. According to Jin10, Freitas expected the ADRs’ valuation premium to be between 30% and 35% over the very short term, before narrowing as passive buying interest in the U.S.-listed securities remains limited. SK Hynix raised $26.5 billion in its U.S. offering and made a strong Nasdaq debut last Friday, with its ADRs closing up nearly 13%. ...
GEOPOLITICS | US Warns Americans Against Travel to Congo After Second Aid Worker Infected With Ebola
Binance News - The US advised its citizens to avoid all travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo because of Ebola after a second American aid worker was infected while responding to the country’s escalating outbreak, according to Bloomberg.
China Expands Strategic Mineral Toolkit With New Investment Firm
Binance News - China has set up a new Beijing-backed mining investment vehicle aimed at strengthening its control of overseas resources, according to Bloomberg. The move comes as China pushes back against US and European efforts to curb its dominance of the strategic mineral supply chain.
Tom Lee: Ethereum Is Near a Bottom and Poised to Rise
Binance News - Tom Lee said Ethereum (ETH) is near a bottom and positioned to rise, arguing its recent behavior aligns with how stocks traded after 1987. According to NS3.AI, Lee pointed to several macro factors he expects to shape 2026, including U.S. monetary policy and the Clarity Act. He also cited AI-related fear of missing out (FOMO) and weak performance in the financial sector as additional drivers in his 2026 outlook.
Kung Fu Female Football Tops 500 Million Yuan at the Box Office
Binance News - Kung Fu Female Football has surpassed 500 million yuan in box office revenue, with Future Capital Investment Management listed as a main producer. According to NS3.AI, the film’s total investment is approximately 380 million RMB, excluding promotion and distribution costs.
Goldman Sachs: Expanded Pipeline Capacity Bypassing the Strait of Hormuz Could Pressure $76-Per-Barrel Long-Term Assumption
Binance News - Goldman Sachs said that if pipeline transport capacity that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz is expanded in the future, it would pose downside risk to its long-term price assumption of $76 per barrel. According to Jin10, the bank said the expansion of such bypass capacity could weigh on that long-term pricing baseline.
4 Things That Could Impact Crypto Markets This Week
CryptoPotato - A busy week lies ahead on the US economic calendar with a raft of inflation data, while tensions are mounting again in the Middle East.
Goldman Sachs Forecasts Pipeline Capacity Gains Through End-2028
Binance News - Goldman Sachs forecast that effective pipeline transportation capacity in the oil market will rise by 3.8 million barrels per day by the end of 2027. According to Jin10, Goldman Sachs also said the cumulative increase is expected to reach 7.3 million barrels per day by the end of 2028.
STOCKS | Goldman Sachs Keeps Overweight Call on A-Shares, Recommends Positioning in Hong Kong Internet Leaders
Binance News - Goldman Sachs said it is maintaining an overweight stance on China’s A-share market and recommended gradually positioning in high-quality internet leaders listed in Hong Kong. According to Jin10, Goldman Sachs said market divergence has been extreme this year, with A-share “hard tech” significantly outperforming Hong Kong-listed internet stocks. The bank judged that the overall AI sector in A-shares does not show signs of a bubble, but said valuations in some sub-sectors such as semiconductors are relatively high and investors should watch for risks tied to overly concentrated trading. ...
Vardanyan pleads guilty in $15M Ryuk ransomware campaign
Cryptopolitan - According to federal prosecutors, Vardanyan entered a guilty plea to aiding in the operation of a Ryuk ransomware campaign that stole BTC from US businesses.
Smartphone Storage Configurations Diverge as Component Costs Rise, Omdia Says
Binance News - Smartphone makers are further scaling back their entry-level product lineups and shifting their portfolios toward mid- to high-end models with higher profit margins as rising memory costs increase financial pressure. According to Jin10, Omdia said that to meet consumers’ rising performance expectations for premium devices and to support higher retail prices, high-end and flagship smartphones are continuing to increase their storage configurations. Jusy Hong, a senior research manager at Omdia, said this differentiated product ...
Nippon Paint Offers $8.6 Billion for Akzo Nobel’s Paint Business
Binance News - Nippon Paint Holdings Co. has made an offer of $8.6 billion for Akzo Nobel NV’s decorative paints business within the past month, according to Bloomberg.
Newsom Budget ‘Kneecapped’ Hollywood Tax Credit, Lawmakers Say
Binance News - A California business tax credit cap aimed at saving $4 billion could drive away film and television production, according to a letter signed by a bipartisan group of lawmakers calling for a quick fix to the budget signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, Bloomberg reported.
Bitcoin Long-Term Holder Metrics Hit Record Highs as 17.7% of Supply Sits Unmoved for Over 10 Years
Binance News - Alex Thorn said four Bitcoin long-term holder metrics reached all-time highs. According to NS3.AI, Bitcoin that has not moved in over 10 years reached 17.7% of total supply.
Tom Lee Says 2026 Focus Includes U.S. Monetary Policy, Clarity Act, and AI FOMO at WebX 2026
Binance News - Bitmine Chairman Tom Lee said key macro issues to watch in 2026 include U.S. monetary policy, the Clarity Act, AI-driven fear of missing out and the capital it draws, and unusually weak performance in the financial sector compared with other industries. According to Odaily, Lee made the remarks in Tokyo on July 13 during a WebX 2026 event hosted by Coinpost, where he delivered a speech titled “Ethereum: The Cure for the Wealth Uncanny Valley.” Lee compared Ethereum’s price trend with the S&P 500 and said Ethereum ...
Grayscale Puts XRP in Global Payments Bracket, Separating It From Speculative Crypto
TheCurrencyAnalytics - XRP got a notable nod from Grayscale. The asset manager’s categorization framework slots XRP as a key payments asset —… Read the original on Grayscale Puts XRP in Global Payments Bracket, Separating It From Speculative Crypto. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Bond Yields Fell in the First Half of 2026, Pressuring Returns on Fixed-Income Wealth Products
Binance News - China's bond market posted a choppy but steadily rising trend in the first half of 2026, with yields on government bonds fluctuating lower and credit spreads generally narrowing. According to Jin10, the move came as China's central bank maintained a moderately accommodative stance, liquidity conditions stayed ample, domestic demand remained weak, and an ongoing shortage of investable assets persisted. In government bonds, the 10-year China government bond yield rose to an intrayear high of about 1.9% in early January before retreating. By late June, ...
Hyundai Motor Workers Strike Over Bonuses, Robot Job Security
Binance News - Hyundai Motor Co. workers began a three-day partial strike on Monday as their union demands bigger bonuses following landmark deals at semiconductor companies and seeks guarantees jobs won’t be lost to AI and robots, according to Bloomberg.
STOCKS | Pop Mart Shares Rise as Much as 4.5% to HK$157.5
Binance News - Pop Mart (9992) shares were in demand in morning trading, rising as much as 4.5% to a high of HK$157.5, according to Ming Pao. The stock was last at HK$156.1, up 3.58%.
STOCKS | Goldman Sees Improving Outlook for H-Share Software Stocks in Coming Months
Binance News - Goldman Sachs said its models show H-share software stocks may see performance improve in the coming months, according to Ming Pao. The bank said the sector could narrow its gap with A-share hard-tech segments across fundamentals, valuations and liquidity, Bloomberg reported.
Solo Miner Using Bitaxe Device Finds Bitcoin Block 957382 via Public Pool
Binance News - An independent home miner found Bitcoin block 957382 using a handheld Bitaxe device connected through Public Pool, receiving the full block reward of 3.1382 BTC. According to ChainCatcher, the payout included a 3.125 BTC block subsidy and about 0.0132 BTC in transaction fees. The miner’s device averaged 995.2 GH/s and submitted the winning share after running for about eight hours. ...
AI TRENDS | Musk Says Grok 4.5 Outperforms Fable in Some Software Development Benchmarks
Binance News - Elon Musk said on X that Grok 4.5 performed better than Fable in some software development benchmark tests. According to Odaily, Musk added that Fable is already a strong model.
Apple Reportedly Raises Foldable IPhone Production Target to About 10 Million Units
Binance News - A foreign media report said Apple has told suppliers to prepare to produce about 10 million foldable iPhones this year, up from a previous forecast of 7 million to 8 million units. According to Jin10, the report also said Apple asked supply-chain manufacturers to reserve component capacity in the second half of 2026 that could support production of 80 million iPhones, including the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and the company’s first foldable iPhone. The report said Apple’s total iPhone output in 2026 is expected to exceed 220 million units. ...
U.S. Central Command Says It Launched New Precision Strikes on Iran
Binance News - The U.S. Central Command said it launched a new round of precision strikes against Iran at local time on July 12, hitting dozens of targets across multiple locations. According to Jin10, the Strait of Hormuz is an important maritime route for global trade, and Iran does not control the strait.
Kevin Warsh Faces First Major Decision on Whether to Reverse Last Year’s Fed Rate Cuts
Binance News - Kevin Warsh’s first major decision as Federal Reserve chair is whether to reverse last year’s rate-cutting moves. According to Jin10, a column by Nick Timiraos said Warsh chaired his first meeting as Fed chair last month, when policymakers unanimously decided to keep interest rates unchanged. The article said reaching consensus was easy at the time because there was little appetite within the committee to take action. The piece said maintaining that consensus could become more difficult in the coming weeks. Some of Warsh’s colleagues have grown more concerned about ...
Michael Saylor Posts Bitcoin Tracker Update, Citing “Orange Dots” Message
Binance News - Strategy founder and executive chairman Michael Saylor posted another update related to the company’s Bitcoin Tracker, writing, “Orange dots tell only part of the story.”According to Odaily, based on a prior pattern, Strategy typically discloses additional Bitcoin purchases the day after such posts are published.
Bitcoin’s Lottery Jackpot: Solo Home Miner Wins $200,000 With a $150 Mining Device
Bitcoin.com - A hobbyist running a single Bitaxe device just won Bitcoin’s biggest lottery. On July 9, 2026, at approximately 03:30 UTC, a solo miner using a palm-sized Bitaxe device mined block 957382 through Public Pool, claiming the full 3.1382 BTC block reward. That includes the 3.125 BTC subsidy plus roughly 0.0132 BTC in transaction fees, worth […]
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Say Navy Disabled Systems on Two Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - Iran's Revolutionary Guards said its navy took action last night to stop two vessels that were endangering shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz. According to Jin10, the navy halted the two vessels by shutting down their systems, and said the ships were in violation.
SK Hynix Shares Shed 10% in Seoul Amid Broad Asian Rout
BeInCrypto - SK Hynix stock saw a double-digit decline in Seoul on Monday, after the memory chipmaker’s notable Nasdaq debut, as a broad selloff hit Asian equities. The pullback tracked a wider retreat across Asian markets, as renewed US strikes on Iran and a contested Strait of Hormuz pushed oil prices higher. SK Hynix Nasdaq Debut Meets The post SK Hynix Shares Shed 10% in Seoul Amid Broad Asian Rout appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Iran's IRGC: Retaliatory Operations Are Still Ongoing
Binance News - Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said its retaliatory operations were still ongoing. According to Jin10, the IRGC stated that the retaliation was continuing.
Eric Trump Co-Founded American Bitcoin Shares Fall Over 95% From Peak, Bloomberg Reports
Binance News - Shares of American Bitcoin, co-founded by Eric Trump, have fallen more than 95% from their peak, wiping out over $600 million in market value over the past 10 months for his roughly 6% stake, Bloomberg reported. According to ChainCatcher, the company carried out a 1-for-15 reverse stock split this week to maintain its Nasdaq listing eligibility, and the stock hit a record low on Wednesday. American Bitcoin has continued its bitcoin mining and accumulation strategy, adding 500 BTC on Monday and bringing its holdings to more than 8,000 BTC. ...
STOCKS | Korea Exchange Activates Sell-Side Sidecar After Kospi Falls More Than 5%
Binance News - Korea Exchange activated a sell-side sidecar after the Kospi index fell by more than 5%, following the index crossing the threshold that triggers the mechanism. According to NS3.AI, the sell-side sidecar was initiated when the Kospi moved beyond the more-than-5% decline level. The report did not provide a separate cause for the index’s drop.
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Delivers Video Opening Address at WebX 2026 in Tokyo
Binance News - Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered a video opening address at WebX 2026 in Tokyo on July 13. According to Odaily, Takaichi congratulated organizers on the event and said Web3, described as a next-generation internet ecosystem based on blockchain technology, is advancing in social implementation and attracting participants from around the world. Takaichi said she had heard the conference drew about 15,000 attendees and described it as Asia’s largest Web3 event. She said many startups participated ...
AI TRENDS | Claude Extends Claude Fable 5 Subscription by Seven Days to July 19
Binance News - Claude said it has extended the subscription period for Claude Fable 5 by another seven days, moving it to July 19. According to Foresight News, the report also said OpenAI has temporarily removed Codex’s five-hour usage limit for an unspecified period. The report said Claude has repeatedly delayed switching Claude Fable 5 to a pay-as-you-go model due to ongoing tight computing capacity. It added that some users shared screenshots showing high credit bills and proof of subscription cancellations, and said they would switch to OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 ...
Treasury Two-Year Yield Hits Highest Since 2025 as Oil Rises
Binance News - The US Treasury two-year yield climbed to its highest level in more than 16 months as renewed tensions in Iran pushed up oil prices, fanning speculation the Federal Reserve will tighten policy to keep inflation in check, according to Bloomberg.