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OpenAI's models excite crypto; Binance faces Europe exit; Grantham warns Bitcoin's relevance fades.
OpenAI's 'Sol, Terra, Luna' Models Excite Crypto Community
U.Today - The company unveiled three new capability tiers named Sol, Terra, and Luna. The company unveiled three new capability tiers named Sol, Terra, and Luna.
Kalshi Eyes $40 Billion Valuation as CFTC Takes Kentucky to Court Over Prediction Markets
TheCurrencyAnalytics - The CFTC sued Kentucky. That’s the short version. The longer one involves Kalshi, Polymarket, the Bundesliga, and a federal agency… Read the original on Kalshi Eyes $40 Billion Valuation as CFTC Takes Kentucky to Court Over Prediction Markets. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Metaplanet bets Bitcoin treasury firms can survive by packaging Bitcoin income
CryptoSlate - Regulated securities rails could give BTC treasury firms a new engine, if product demand and mNAV math hold up. The post Metaplanet bets Bitcoin treasury firms can survive by packaging Bitcoin income appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Disney To Pay $50,000,000 Settlement After Being Accused of Driving Up Live Streaming Prices
DailyHODL - Media and entertainment conglomerate Disney has agreed to pay millions of dollars to settle a class action lawsuit initiated by subscribers of three streaming platforms. According to the settlement administrator’s portal, Disney will pay $50 million to settle an antitrust lawsuit that was consolidated and filed in October of 2023. The class action lawsuit alleged […] The post Disney To Pay $50,000,000 Settlement After Being Accused of Driving Up Live Streaming Prices appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Jeremy Grantham said Bitcoin will gradually lose relevance
Cryptopolitan - GMO (NYSE: GMO) co-founder and Wall Street’s most famous bear, Jeremy Grantham, on Friday repeated his long-held negative view of Bitcoin, saying he expects it to slowly disappear over time instead of becoming a lasting part of the financial system. Jeremy has built a reputation by warning about major asset bubbles and has argued that...
British Billionaire: Bitcoin Will Die With a 'Whimper'
U.Today - Legendary British billionaire investor and GMO co-founder Jeremy Grantham has leveled a scathing critique against the leading cryptocurrency. Legendary British billionaire investor and GMO co-founder Jeremy Grantham has leveled a scathing critique against the leading cryptocurrency.
5 US Tech Stocks in Focus as Trump Threatens 100% Digital Tax Tariffs
BeInCrypto - Trump threatened 100% tariffs over digital taxes on US tech firms, with Meta and Microsoft rising while Apple slipped. The post 5 US Tech Stocks in Focus as Trump Threatens 100% Digital Tax Tariffs appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Spain regulator rules out extension for non-MiCA compliant crypto companies
CoinTelegraph - Carlos San Basilio said that “there will be no exceptions or extensions” to the MiCA deadline requiring crypto exchanges offering services to EU-based users to be licensed.
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest Buys the Dip on Coinbase, Circle, Bullish, and Robinhood as Crypto Stocks Slide
Bitcoin.com - Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest scooped up shares of Coinbase, Circle, Bullish, and Robinhood on June 25 as all four crypto-linked stocks fell, according to the firm’s daily trade disclosures. The purchases clearly reflected Wood’s ongoing strategy of buying into weakness. Buying Into a Broad Crypto-Equity Selloff ARK added 35,023 shares of Robinhood (Nasdaq: HOOD), worth […]
Senators Demand Answers From CFTC Over Alleged Polymarket Deceptive Advertising
Decrypt - Senators are seeking answers from the CFTC about recent allegations of deceptive marketing from Polymarket.
OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-5.6—But Only for Some Users Due to Trump Admin
Decrypt - OpenAI introduced the GPT-5.6 family of AI models on Friday, but only limited users can access them for now thanks to the U.S. government.
Polymarket says its annualized revenue has climbed above $1 billion
Cryptopolitan - Polymarket says its yearly revenue pace has climbed past $1 billion, a figure revealed as trading activity accelerates across prediction markets. The update arrived just over a month after the company opened access to its regulated U.S. marketplace by removing a waiting list that had been in place since launch. Recently, the FIFA World Cup...
Binance will be cut off from Europe on July 1 – Removes the “best liquidity in the world” says CZ
CryptoSlate - The July 1 deadline will show whether licensed venues can absorb users without weakening execution or stablecoin access. The post Binance will be cut off from Europe on July 1 – Removes the “best liquidity in the world” says CZ appeared first on CryptoSlate.
BitGo Cuts 85 Jobs After NYSE Debut, Bets Hard on AI Infrastructure
TheCurrencyAnalytics - BitGo is cutting roughly 15% of its staff. That’s somewhere between 85 and 90 people out of a total headcount… Read the original on BitGo Cuts 85 Jobs After NYSE Debut, Bets Hard on AI Infrastructure. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
SEC, CFTC seek input on unified portfolio margin rules across securities and derivatives
CoinTelegraph - The regulatory agencies are seeking public feedback on cross-margining, collateral and risk management as cryptocurrency derivatives and multi-asset trading continue to expand.
Kalshi Scores FIFA World Cup Spotlight as Prediction Market Trading Surges to Record
Decrypt - As prediction markets notch record trading volumes, Kalshi is ramping up its marketing push through a high-profile FIFA World Cup deal.
OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 Is Here—But Most Users Still Cannot Access It
BeInCrypto - OpenAI has officially unveiled GPT-5.6, its latest frontier AI model family, but most developers and businesses will have to wait before gaining access. The company announced that GPT-5.6 will initially be available only to a small group of trusted, government-approved partners, with a broader rollout expected in the coming weeks. The staggered launch marks one The post OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 Is Here—But Most Users Still Cannot Access It appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Ethereum whale who shorted October 2025 crash opens $19.7M ETH short position
CoinTelegraph - Ether’s technical setup points to a potential drop to $1,375, a move that could lift one whale’s unrealized profit to $2.39 million.
Trump Administration Asks OpenAI to Limit GPT-5.6 Rollout: Reports
Decrypt - The reported request to OpenAI follows the Trump administration's move to limit access to Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models.
3 Assets Smart Money Is Buying as the Crypto Winter Drags On
BeInCrypto - With the crypto winter meter stuck at 32, capital is leaking out of digital assets and hunting elsewhere. BeInCrypto’s tracking shows it landing in commodities and stocks, where the assets smart money is buying point to early positioning rather than chasing. Across two metals and a hyperscaler, the pattern repeats: quiet accumulation into a pullback, The post 3 Assets Smart Money Is Buying as the Crypto Winter Drags On appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitgo Slashes 15% of Workforce to Pivot Toward AI-Powered Crypto Infrastructure
Bitcoin.com - Mike Belshe, CEO of the company, stressed that these changes resulted from a pivot to security, trading, stablecoins, and AI-powered infrastructure. The move would affect nearly 90 employees, reducing Bitgo’s total headcount to nearly 520. Crypto Custody Company Bitgo Announces Layoffs Bitgo, a company that offers staking, trading, OTC services, financing, settlement, and provides custody […]
TikTok and YouTube remove 4.7 million accounts amid expanding global enforcement efforts
Cryptopolitan - Indonesia has shut down about 4.7 million social media accounts held by children under 16, the country’s communications minister said, as the government’s new rules on young users start to take hold. Officials called the figure an early sign that platforms are beginning to meet their duty to keep children safe online. The deactivations are...
Crypto Biz: The cost of stacking sats
CoinTelegraph - CryptoQuant urged Strategy to pause Bitcoin buying as dividend coverage shrank. Meanwhile, CBOE eyes crypto perpetual futures and Chainlink joins a stablecoin FX project.
Solstice and TensorX Bet $1 Billion on Europe’s Sovereign AI Infrastructure
TheCurrencyAnalytics - What happened Solstice and TensorX have joined forces to pour $1 billion into AI infrastructure across Europe. The push is… Read the original on Solstice and TensorX Bet $1 Billion on Europe’s Sovereign AI Infrastructure. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Framework Ventures Launches $400M Fund for AI and Robotics
cryptoDNES - Framework Ventures debuts FVIV, a $400M fund targeting AI, robotics, and fintech, bridging the gap between blockchain and frontier technology. The post Framework Ventures Launches $400M Fund for AI and Robotics appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Wall Street's $1.98B Index Fund Now Trades 24/7 on Mantle's L2
CoinPaprika - Mantle has listed USPXx, a tokenized version of Franklin Templeton's $1.98 billion USPX index ETF, on its Ethereum Layer-2 network. The token trades around the clock through Fluxion, Mantle's native decentralized exchange.
CLARITY Act Needs 60 Votes and 7 Democrats as GOP Races the August Recess Clock
Bitcoin.com - Republican lawmakers are feeling a renewed sense of urgency to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act before the U.S. Senate breaks for its August recess. The market-structure bill still needs at least seven Democratic votes to clear a 60-vote threshold. Pressure Builds as the Legislative Window Narrows The push was reported by Eleanor […]
Base Delays Beryl Upgrade to June 26 for B20 Launch
cryptoDNES - Base postpones its Beryl upgrade to June 26 to ensure the B20 token standard's stability. The update introduces RWA features and faster Ethereum withdrawals. The post Base Delays Beryl Upgrade to June 26 for B20 Launch appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Framework Ventures raises $400M to invest beyond crypto: Report
CoinTelegraph - Framework Ventures raises $400 million fourth fund as it expands into AI, robotics and energy while reportedly planning to continue crypto investments.
SpaceX sets sights on the $1.6 trillion telecom market
Cryptopolitan - SpaceX is weighing a plan to sell its own Starlink-branded mobile phone service to people across the United States, a step that would pit Elon Musk’s company against the country’s biggest phone carriers. The Financial Times reported on Friday that the company is also thinking about building its own ground-based wireless network down the line....
Michael Saylor Reaffirms Bitcoin Bet Amid Strategy Legal Pressure
BeInCrypto - Saylor reaffirms Strategy's Bitcoin focus on X as Rosen Law Firm probes MSTR and preferred securities for misleading investor claims. The post Michael Saylor Reaffirms Bitcoin Bet Amid Strategy Legal Pressure appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Toss Brings 30 Million Users Into the AI Data Economy in Partnership With Poseidon
DailyHODL - Palo Alto, United States, 26th June 2026, Chainwire The post Toss Brings 30 Million Users Into the AI Data Economy in Partnership With Poseidon appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
SpaceX Stock Shrugs Off a Starlink Launch as $148 Becomes Make-or-Break
BeInCrypto - SpaceX (SPCX) stock is sliding toward a make-or-break level as a selloff drags it more than 30% below its June peak, with the speculative heat that powered its record debut burning off fast. Two weeks after its $75 billion IPO, the stock has round-tripped from euphoria to fragility. A fresh Starlink launch could not lift The post SpaceX Stock Shrugs Off a Starlink Launch as $148 Becomes Make-or-Break appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Australian regulator extends no-action period for crypto licensing
CoinTelegraph - Australia’s financial regulator extended temporary enforcement relief for digital asset businesses until Sept. 30 as firms transition into the country’s licensing system.
AscendEX withdrawal complaints mount as ZachXBT questions reserves
CoinTelegraph - Multiple users reported delayed AscendEX withdrawals after ZachXBT flagged potential liquidity issues and urged the exchange to explain its reserves.
Elon Musk’s X Money Rolls Out to Premium+ Users With Up to $10 Million in FDIC Insurance
Bitcoin.com - Elon Musk’s social platform X has begun rolling out its X Money payments service to select Premium+ subscribers, offering up to $10 million in federal deposit insurance through a new cash sweep program. A Tenfold-Plus Jump Over Standard Deposit Insurance The rollout extends X Money to higher-tier users and introduces what the company calls the […]
Michael Saylor Reveals Why Strategy Is Not Changing Course on Bitcoin
U.Today - Strategy Chairman Michael Saylor doubles down on Bitcoin despite market volatility. Strategy Chairman Michael Saylor doubles down on Bitcoin despite market volatility.
Bitcoin Price Could Flash Crash to $50,000 This Weekend: Don’t Get Scared Now
99Bitcoins - Hot PCE inflation data crushed Fed rate-cut hopes, triggering $1.26B in crypto liquidations and pushing Polymarket's Bitcoin $50K odds to 65%. The post Bitcoin Price Could Flash Crash to $50,000 This Weekend: Don’t Get Scared Now appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
BitGo Joins Crypto's AI Layoff Wave, Slashing Staff by 15%
Decrypt - The newly public crypto custodian is slashing nearly 15% of its workforce as it pivots to focus on stablecoins and AI infrastructure.
Trump Jr. could cash in big as Kalshi targets $40B amid ethics scrutiny
Cryptopolitan - Donald Trump Jr. stands to make a large profit from his share in the prediction market company Kalshi, but the deal is already drawing heavy criticism over possible conflicts of interest. Trump Jr. received roughly $300,000 in Kalshi equity after he signed on as a strategic adviser on January 13, 2025. Just two months after...
Galaxy Digital Stock Jumps as Wall Street Bets on AI Infrastructure, Not Just Crypto
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Galaxy Digital’s stock is moving. And the reason isn’t Bitcoin prices or token holdings — it’s artificial intelligence. Investors are… Read the original on Galaxy Digital Stock Jumps as Wall Street Bets on AI Infrastructure, Not Just Crypto. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Polymarket hit by $2.9M theft, users to be refunded
CoinTelegraph - Polymarket said it contained the compromise and removed the affected dependency after attackers injected a malicious script into its frontend.
BTC and ETH Technical Levels Guide Weekend Positioning
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Traders enter the weekend focused on key technical levels for Bitcoin and Ethereum, with attention on the 200-day moving average… Read the original on BTC and ETH Technical Levels Guide Weekend Positioning. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Metaplanet Bleeds 87%, But Triples Bitcoin Stack in 'Gift' Valuation
U.Today - Despite seeing its stock careen by 87% over the past 12 months, Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has aggressively expanded its digital asset treasury, adding 27,832 Bitcoin to bring its total holdings to 40,177 BTC. Despite seeing its stock careen by 87% over the past 12 months, Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has aggressively expanded its digital asset treasury, adding 27,832 Bitcoin to bring its total holdings to 40,177 BTC.
Coinbase’s Base Network Goes Dark for 2+ Hours Before Planned Upgrade
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Base went down hard. The Ethereum layer-2 network backed by Coinbase suspended block production for more than two hours, rattling… Read the original on Coinbase’s Base Network Goes Dark for 2+ Hours Before Planned Upgrade. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
AI | OpenAI Weighs Waiting Until 2027 for IPO, NYT Reports
Binance News - Bloomberg reported, citing the New York Times, that OpenAI is leaning toward postponing its initial public offering until 2027, with three people involved in the company's deliberations indicating that bankers advising the ChatGPT maker have cautioned recent tech-stock volatility — including the post-IPO slide in SpaceX shares following its record debut — could dampen retail investor appetite for OpenAI's listing. CEO Sam Altman has pushed advisers, including bankers and lawyers, to target a $1 trillion valuation, according to the Times. OpenAI is working with Goldman Sachs Group and Morgan Stanley on a potential listing that could come as soon as the fall, Bloomberg News has previously reported. The company filed confidentially for an IPO with the US Securities and ...
CFTC Seeks Public Comment on New Reporting Rules for Fully Collateralized Event Contracts
Binance News - The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is seeking public comment on proposed new data reporting rules for fully collateralized event contracts. According to PANews, the proposal would replace the agency’s long-standing patchwork system of individual no-action letters.
Samsung, SK Hynix Said to Unveil Record Spending Plans
Binance News - Samsung Electronics Co. and SK Hynix Inc. are preparing to announce hundreds of billions of dollars in new investments on Monday, according to Bloomberg, citing South Korean media reports this week.
X Begins Rolling Out X Money to Some Premium+ Users With Up to $10 Million FDIC Insurance
Binance News - X has started rolling out its X Money service to some Premium+ users, offering up to $10 million in FDIC insurance through the X Cash Sweep Program. According to PANews, the information was reported by Cointelegraph. The report said the service is being made available to a portion of Premium+ subscribers and includes FDIC insurance coverage of up to $10 million via the sweep program.
Turkey vs. United States Prediction Market Shows U.S. Win Probability at 48%
Binance News - A prediction market event on predict.fun for the World Cup Group D match between Turkey and the United States showed a 48% probability of a U.S. win, 28% for a Turkey win, and 24% for a draw. According to Odaily, the teams are scheduled to play at 10:00 (UTC+8) today in the third round of Group D. The report said the match result will not affect the group standings. Turkey has lost its first two matches and has been eliminated at the bottom of the group, while the United States has already advanced as the group leader.
Weak Monsoon Emerges as India’s Next Economic Worry After Oil
Binance News - A weak monsoon is emerging as India’s next inflation risk, with a developing El Niño threatening to curb rainfall and lift food prices even as easing oil relieves broader price pressures, according to Bloomberg.
WORLD CUP | Netherlands win Group F; Japan second after 1-1 draw with Sweden
Binance News - The Netherlands won Group F after a 3-1 victory over Tunisia, while Japan finished second following a 1-1 draw with Sweden that left Sweden third, according to Yahoo Sports. Denzel Dumfries’ cross forced an Ellyes Skhiri own goal in the third minute and Brian Brobbey made it 2-0 before Hazem Mastouri pulled one back early in the second half; Jan Paul van Hecke later headed in the Netherlands’ third. In Japan-Sweden, Daizen Maeda scored first before Anthony Elanga equalized three minutes later, and Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki made late saves to preserve the draw. The Netherlands will play Morocco at 9:00 p.m. ET Monday, June 29 at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico, and Japan will face Brazil at 1 p.m. ET Monday, June 29 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.
Paraguay vs. Australia World Cup Group D Match Odds Show Draw Leading, Predict.fun Data Says
Binance News - Predict.fun data for the World Cup Group D prediction event “Paraguay vs. Australia” put the draw probability at 40%, with Paraguay at 37% and Australia at 24%. According to Odaily, the Group D third-round match between Paraguay and Australia is scheduled for 10:00 (UTC+8) this morning. The report said Paraguay would advance with a win, while Australia would secure qualification by avoiding defeat.
Italy’s Meloni Says Government Never Took Part in Iran Conflict
Binance News - Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Italy has never participated in the conflict involving Iran. According to Jin10, Meloni made the statement while addressing questions about Italy’s role in the Iran-related conflict.
U.S. 7-Year Treasury Auction Allocation Falls to 36.22% as of June 25
Binance News - The allocation percentage at the U.S. 7-year Treasury auction fell to 36.22% as of June 25. According to Jin10, the previous reading was 71.23%.
FedEx Freight Forecasts 4%-6% Revenue Growth Over Seven Months Ending December 31
Binance News - FedEx Freight said on Thursday it expects revenue for the seven months ending December 31 to rise 4% to 6%, while adjusted operating profit is forecast to increase 0.8% to 7.5%, according to 36Kr. The company recently completed its spin-off from parent FedEx Corp. For its fiscal fourth quarter ended May 31, FedEx Freight reported revenue rose 4.8% to $2.4 billion, driven by higher fuel surcharges and increased average shipment weight, topping analysts’ estimate of $2.26 billion.
Dexterous-Hand Developer Linjiedian Raises Nearly RMB1 Billion, Reaches $1 Billion Valuation
Binance News - Linjiedian, a dexterous-hand developer spun off from Zhiyuan Robotics, has completed a financing round of nearly RMB1 billion and has joined the ranks of unicorns with a $1 billion valuation, according to 36Kr. The company said it reached the $1 billion valuation in about five months after becoming independent, and has completed four funding rounds during that period. Investors include Baidu, BlueRun Ventures, and Hillhouse Capital.
CITIC Securities: Electronics Sector Seen Improving in Q2 2026; Memory, CCL, PCB Highlighted
Binance News - A research note from CITIC Securities said it expects the overall performance of the electronics sector to improve across the board in the second quarter of 2026, with memory and copper-clad laminate (CCL) suppliers benefiting most from price increases, according to 36Kr. The note added that AI-related names—including memory, PCB and power-supply companies—are expected to maintain strong momentum. In the “self-reliance” segment, it said fab and packaging-and-testing utilization rates are continuing to rise and that the pace of price increases is becoming clearer. It also pointed to ongoing expectations for higher shipment ...
SpaceX Plans 8-Mile ‘Starpipe’ Gas Pipeline to Texas Starbase, Filing Shows
Binance News - SpaceX plans to start building an 8-mile (13-kilometer) natural gas pipeline called “Starpipe” next month to supply its launch facility in Texas and support a higher launch cadence for its next-generation Starship rocket, according to 36Kr. A filing submitted last month to the Texas Railroad Commission by Lone Star Mineral Development, attached by SpaceX, said the pipeline will terminate at SpaceX’s Starbase site in Texas and is expected to enter service on January 26, 2027.
Microsoft Says Console Storage and Memory Costs Rose More Than 2.5-Fold
Binance News - Microsoft said console storage and memory costs have risen by more than 2.5 times. According to Jin10, the company also said it expects those related costs to double again in fall 2027.
BitGo CEO Mike Belshe Says Layoffs Are a One-Time Action
Binance News - BitGo co-founder and CEO Mike Belshe said the company’s layoffs are intended as a single, one-time measure and that BitGo does not anticipate needing additional staff reductions. According to Cointelegraph, Belshe described the cuts as “a one-time action,” adding that the company does not see a need for further layoffs. Belshe’s comments frame the layoffs as a limited step rather than the start of a broader downsizing effort. The report did not provide additional details on the scale of the layoffs, the departments affected, or the timing of the staff reductions, and it did not include further statements beyond Belshe’s ...
Apple Tests Entry-Level MacBook Pro With Standard M6 Chip
Binance News - Apple is testing an entry-level MacBook Pro that uses a standard M6 chip, according to a market report. According to Jin10, the device under testing is described as a MacBook Pro model positioned at the entry level and equipped with the non-Pro version of Apple’s M6 processor.
WORLD CUP | Pulisic on bench for USMNT vs Türkiye after left calf injury
Binance News - Christian Pulisic was named to the bench for the United States men’s national team match against Türkiye on Thursday night in Los Angeles after a left calf injury, according to Yahoo Sports. Pulisic, 27, has not played since going off in the first half of the USMNT’s World Cup opening win over Paraguay on June 12, and he had said Wednesday he expected to be available. With Pulisic watching, Mauricio Pochettino started two strikers, pairing Ricardo Pepi with Folarin Balogun. The U.S. has already clinched Group D and a place in the round of 32, and Pochettino also sat Tyler Adams, Balogun, Chris Richards and Antonee Robinson to protect them after they picked up yellow cards in the ...
Sharplink Receives 5,000 ETH From FalconX and Reports 876,000 ETH Holdings
Binance News - Sharplink received 5,000 ETH from FalconX about six hours earlier, according to on-chain analyst Yu Jin. According to Odaily, the transfer marked Sharplink’s first increase in its ETH position in eight months. Sharplink currently holds 876,000 ETH. The report said the company’s average cost basis is $3,609 per ETH, with an unrealized loss of $1.789 billion, representing a 56% decline. On June 23, Bitmine, Sharplink, and Joseph Lubin jointly established an Ethereum nonprofit organization called Ethlabs. The report said Ethlabs was formed to ...
STOCKS | Tracker Fund of Hong Kong Adds 176 Million Shares in Stock Connect Data
Binance News - Data compiled from HKEX Disclosure of Interests Stock Connect shareholding records showed that on the latest holding date of June 25, 2026, Tracker Fund of Hong Kong (2800) recorded the largest increase in holdings, up 176 million shares, according to Ming Pao. Jiagao Da Capital (2967) recorded the largest reduction in holdings, down 694 million shares.
U.S. 30-Year Mortgage Rate Rises to 6.49%, Freddie Mac Data Shows
Binance News - U.S. mortgage rates edged higher as the spring home-selling season neared its end. According to Jin10, Freddie Mac said in a Thursday statement that the average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.49% from 6.47% a week earlier. Freddie Mac said the rate was 6.77% a year earlier. Elevated borrowing costs have continued to weigh on the housing market, after conflict in the Middle East pushed up energy prices and inflation, contributing to higher borrowing costs. The development came during the peak selling season, adding to anxiety among buyers and sellers. ...
AI TRENDS | Google Launches New Google Finance App for Android With Portfolio Feature
Binance News - Google said it launched a new Google Finance app for Android and began rolling out a “Portfolio” feature globally in the revamped Google Finance. According to Jin10, Google said the Portfolio feature would be introduced starting this week, and an iOS version of the app would be released later this year.
WORLD CUP | Paraguayan broadcaster Jorge “Chipi” Vera has credentials revoked by FIFA
Binance News - Paraguayan broadcaster Jorge “Chipi” Vera had his World Cup credentials revoked by FIFA earlier this week after an expletive-filled on-air rant during Paraguay’s match against Türkiye on Friday, according to Yahoo Sports. Vera reacted to referee Ivan Barton showing a first-half red card to Paraguay’s Miguel Almirón for appearing to say something to Türkiye’s Mert Müldür while covering his mouth, an action now treated as an ejectable offense under FIFA’s anti-racial-abuse effort; Paraguay won 1-0. Vera later posted an apology on social media, and his employer ABC Cardinal reportedly appealed the decision, but Vera said he planned to watch Thursday’s game against Australia from the stands.
NetEase To Switch to Dual Primary Listing in Hong Kong From June 30, 2026
Binance News - NetEase said in a filing to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that it has elected to become a dual primary listed company on the exchange starting June 30, 2026, according to 36Kr. The company added that the “S” stock marker will be removed from its stock short name effective on the date its Hong Kong primary listing takes effect.
Experts See China’s CPI Rising Moderately in H2 as PPI Turns Positive in H1
Binance News - China’s prices moved out of a prolonged low-inflation pattern in the first half of 2026, with CPI edging up moderately and producer prices (PPI) returning to positive year-on-year growth, signaling a clearer improvement in the supply-demand cycle, according to 36Kr. Experts said overall prices are likely to remain in a moderate range in the second half of the year. They added that the “PPI–CPI” gap has widened further, and called for coordinated fiscal policy, monetary policy and supply保障 and price-stabilization measures to improve price transmission along industrial chains, repair market expectations and support a positive economic cycle.
CME FedWatch: 69% Odds Fed Holds Rates in July; 48.8% Odds of One 25bp Hike by September
Binance News - CME’s FedWatch tool put the probability of the US Federal Reserve keeping interest rates unchanged in July at 69%, with a 31% chance of a cumulative 25-basis-point hike, according to 36Kr. For September, FedWatch showed a 36.6% probability of no change, a 48.8% probability of a cumulative 25-basis-point hike, and a 14.6% probability of a cumulative 50-basis-point increase.
Broadcom and OpenAI Unveil Jalapeño, OpenAI’s First Custom AI Chip
Binance News - Broadcom (AVGO) and OpenAI unveiled Jalapeño, OpenAI’s first custom AI chip, with Broadcom building the processor designed for large-language-model inference. According to BeInCrypto, the chip went from design to manufacturing tape-out in nine months, which the companies call the fastest such cycle in advanced semiconductors, aided by OpenAI’s own models. Broadcom CEO Hock Tan said the launch validates Broadcom’s custom-ASIC strategy, with deployment slated to start in late 2026 with Microsoft and other partners. BeInCrypto cited positioning data showing AVGO’s Chaikin Money Flow at -0.006 and relative strength vs SOXX at 53.6, while AMD and Micron (MU) ...
STOCKS | China Hardware Tech Stocks Look to Earnings to Sustain Rally
Binance News - Chinese hardware technology stocks have rallied sharply, and investors are now looking to upcoming earnings to justify the gains, according to Bloomberg.
Canadian Prime Minister Carney Says Talks With Trump Covered NATO and Iran
Binance News - Canadian Prime Minister Carney said his discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump covered topics including NATO and Iran. According to Jin10, Carney did not provide further details on the content or outcomes of the talks.
WORLD CUP | 2026 tournament sets attendance record at 3,605,357 after Ecuador-Germany
Binance News - The 2026 FIFA World Cup set a new all-time attendance record of 3,605,357 after Thursday’s Group E match between Ecuador and Germany at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., drew 80,663 spectators, according to Yahoo Sports. FIFA said the previous record was 3,587,538 from the 1994 World Cup in the United States, and the tournament’s stadium occupancy rate to this point is 99.7%. Thursday’s matches also set a single-day attendance record of 384,206 across venues in Philadelphia; Kansas City, Mo.; Arlington, Texas; Santa Clara, Calif.; and Inglewood, Calif.
BHP Incoming CEO Brandon Craig Reshuffles Leadership Ahead of July 1 Start
Binance News - BHP Group’s incoming Chief Executive Officer Brandon Craig announced changes to the company’s leadership team before he officially takes the role on July 1, according to Bloomberg.
Indonesia Offers Legal Protections for Investors in Prabowo Sovereign Wealth Fund
Binance News - Indonesia is offering unprecedented legal protections for investors in President Prabowo Subianto’s sovereign wealth fund, a move analysts warn could draw money with questionable origins and further damage the country’s reputation, according to Bloomberg.
Crude Oil Futures Rise 1.88% Intraday to 476.8 Yuan per Barrel
Binance News - Crude oil futures contract 2608 rose intraday, with gains widening to 1.88% to 476.8 yuan per barrel. According to Jin10, turnover was about 11.72 billion yuan, and open interest fell by nearly 400 lots during the session, indicating a price rise accompanied by position reductions.
IMF Says U.S. Economic Growth Momentum Remains Strong After First-Quarter Upside Surprise
Binance News - U.S. economic growth momentum remained strong, with first-quarter growth coming in above the initial expectation, the International Monetary Fund said. According to Jin10, the IMF said the U.S. economy maintained solid growth momentum and that growth in the first quarter exceeded the preliminary expectation.
Energy, Fertilizer, and Base Metal Prices Fall After U.S.-Iran Deal, IMF Says
Binance News - The International Monetary Fund said it has observed declines in prices for energy, fertilizer, and base metals from the Gulf region since the United States and Iran reached an agreement. According to Jin10, the IMF said it would still take some time for conditions to fully return to normal.
Senate Aims to Advance CLARITY Act in July as Floor Time Competition Intensifies
Binance News - The U.S. Senate is seeking to move the CLARITY Act forward in July, as multiple priority bills compete for limited floor time. According to NS3.AI, Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis said lawmakers expect to receive a new version of the bill’s text around July 4th for final review. The report added that if the relevant bills are not advanced before the August recess, attention in Washington could shift toward the November election.
U.S. Energy Secretary Wright Says 172 Million-Barrel Strategic Oil Release Is Ongoing
Binance News - U.S. Energy Secretary Wright said the release of 172 million barrels of crude oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve was still underway. According to Jin10, Wright did not provide additional details on the pace of the release or its expected completion.
U.S. Energy Secretary Wright Expects Iran’s Daily Crude Exports to Reach Up to 2 Million Barrels
Binance News - U.S. Energy Secretary Wright said Iran’s daily crude oil exports were expected to reach as high as 2 million barrels per day. According to Jin10, Wright made the remarks while discussing Iran’s oil export volumes.
Russia Sets Up State-Backed Crypto Corridor for Cross-Border Settlements Under Experimental Regime
Binance News - Russia has established a state-backed corridor allowing selected exporters and importers to use cryptocurrencies for cross-border settlements under an experimental legal regime. According to NS3.AI, Federal Law No. 223-FZ states that participation rules and limits are determined within the experimental legal regime (ELR). The corridor is described as restricted by requirements involving counterparties, wallets, exchanges, issuers, custodians, liquidity providers, and compliance checks. ...
Musk Expands X Money Payments to More X Premium Users After Delay
Binance News - Elon Musk is expanding access to digital payment venture X Money to a subset of premium users on social network X, part of his push to turn the platform into an “everything app,” according to Bloomberg.
U.S. EIA Reports 76 Billion Cubic Feet Natural Gas Storage Build for Week Ending June 19
Binance News - U.S. natural gas inventories rose by 76 billion cubic feet in the week ending June 19. According to Jin10, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported the increase versus market expectations for a 74 billion cubic feet build and a prior reading of 73 billion cubic feet.
Aave Founder Rejects Reported Payward Talks for 15% Stake at $385 Million Valuation
Binance News - Aave founder Stani Kulechov rejected figures describing talks with Payward to buy a 15% stake in the protocol at a $385 million valuation. According to NS3.AI, that valuation would represent 30% of the AAVE token's fully diluted valuation. Kulechov also said Aave is generating $134 million in annualized revenue directed toward the Aave DAO.
AI | Trump Administration Asks OpenAI to Stagger Release of AI Model
Binance News - The Trump administration has asked OpenAI to stagger the release of an upcoming powerful artificial intelligence model, according to a person familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reported. The request comes nearly two weeks after rival Anthropic PBC suspended its most capable offerings from the market under regulatory pressure.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Turn Higher
Binance News - The S&P 500 index and the Nasdaq 100 index turned higher. According to Jin10, both benchmarks moved into positive territory.
Permira-Backed Womenswear Retailer Reformation Files for US IPO
Binance News - Reformation Inc., a sustainable womenswear brand backed by private equity firm Permira, filed for a US initial public offering and disclosed growing sales, according to Bloomberg.
WTI Crude Rises 0.79% to Above $71 a Barrel
Binance News - WTI crude oil traded above $71 a barrel, up 0.79% on the day. According to Jin10, the move put WTI back above the $71-per-barrel level during intraday trading.
AI | Zynga Founder Mark Pincus Says Consumer Side of AI Is Underweighted
Binance News - Zynga founder Mark Pincus said the consumer side of AI is being underweighted compared with the engineering and coding aspects of the technology, according to Bloomberg. Pincus said capping consumer influence is not in line with how the internet has developed. He added that while most of AI is still a “single player experience,” it is set to massively change the labor market and the economy as it develops further.
Take-Two Shares Slide Nearly 3% After Rockstar Opens GTA VI Pre-Orders
Binance News - Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) shares fell nearly 3% this week after Rockstar Games officially opened Grand Theft Auto VI pre-orders, triggering a sell-the-news move. According to BeInCrypto, Rockstar confirmed a Nov. 19, 2026 launch with a $79.99 standard edition for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, below some investor expectations of $90-$100, while an Ultimate Edition is priced at $99.99. Retail boxed editions will include a digital download code only, with pre-loading from Nov. 12. Sony’s PlayStation FAQ lists GTA 6 as a single-player experience, with no GTA VI Online date announced.
WORLD CUP | Sané’s 2nd-minute goal stands after VAR review in Germany-Ecuador draw
Binance News - Leroy Sané scored in the second minute for Germany against Ecuador at NY/NJ Stadium, and the goal stood after VAR reviewed a possible high-boot foul by Aleksandar Pavlović on Pedro Vite in the buildup, according to Yahoo Sports. Ecuador equalized seven minutes later to make it 1-1, and later in the second half VAR overturned an on-field Germany penalty decision, with Ecuador instead awarded a free kick.
STOCKS | Dell Shares Fall 9.3%
Binance News - Dell shares fell 9.3%. According to Jin10, the stock declined 9.3%.
Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Says Consumers Feel ‘A Lot of Pressure’
Binance News - Amy Sullivan, CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond, said consumers are feeling “a lot of pressure,” but the company sees upside if it can operate through a low point, according to Bloomberg. Sullivan also discussed efforts to engage shoppers, including a new sweepstakes tied to the retailer’s iconic coupons.
WORLD CUP | Reece James misses England training, doubtful for Group L finale vs Panama
Binance News - Reece James missed England training on Thursday, putting his fitness in doubt for the Three Lions’ final Group L match against Panama on Saturday (22:00 BST) at New York New Jersey Stadium, according to Yahoo Sports. The 26-year-old Chelsea right-back has a hamstring issue suffered in Tuesday’s 0-0 draw with Ghana and it is unclear if he will be fit to start or make the bench. Declan Rice also missed the session after leaving Boston Stadium with strapping on his left calf, though sources said his fitness is less of a concern; Rice is also one booking away from a round-of-32 suspension after being booked against Ghana. England lead Group L on goal difference over Ghana and are one point ...
STOCKS | U.S. Stocks Open Higher as Dow Gains 343 Points
Binance News - U.S. stock indexes opened higher on Thursday, June 25. According to Jin10, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 343.41 points, or 0.66%, at the open to 52,192.31. The S&P 500 gained 58.73 points, or 0.80%, to 7,416.95 at the open. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 234.46 points, or 0.92%, to 25,711.09 at the open.
Senate Faces Tight July Window to Advance Crypto Market Structure Clarity Act
Binance News - The U.S. Senate has a narrowing July window to move forward with the Clarity Act, a crypto market structure bill that would divide oversight responsibilities between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. According to NS3.AI, Sen. Cynthia Lummis said she expects the Senate to vote on the legislation next month. However, Senate staffers and industry sources cautioned that limited floor time could delay consideration, potentially pushing the bill into the lame duck ...
AI TRENDS | Anthropic Urges Congress to Tighten Rules Against AI Model Distillation
Binance News - Anthropic urged the U.S. Congress to strengthen protections against AI model distillation after alleging that Alibaba-affiliated operators generated more than 28.8 million Claude exchanges. According to NS3.AI, Anthropic said nearly 25,000 fraudulent accounts were used between April 22 and June 5. Anthropic called on lawmakers to expand intelligence sharing and to tighten export controls as part of broader efforts to curb the alleged activity.