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Bitcoin ETFs face $6.4B outflow; Bitdeer mines 921 BTC; G7 targets North Korea's crypto theft.
Ethereum’s top sandwich bot hit for $7.5M in a counter-MEV trap
Cryptopolitan - More than $7.5 million has been wiped from Jaredfromsubway.eth’s holdings after the notorious Ethereum sandwich bot fell victim to an attacker’s scheme. Attackers baited the automated bot with a fake trade setup. Early analysis suggests the drain may have occurred through a sophisticated counter-MEV strategy designed to exploit the bot’s own automated trading logic. Blockchain...
WhiteBIT Lands MiCA License in Austria, Opens Door to 35M EU Users
Bitcoin.com - WhiteBIT EU has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation license from Austria’s Financial Market Authority, giving the exchange a regulated path into the European Economic Area. The Vienna-based entity, WB-Shield Innovations GmbH, operates under the WhiteBIT EU name. The Austrian FMA granted the authorization on June 19, 2026. Under MiCAR, WhiteBIT EU can now offer […]
Bitcoin ETFs shed a record $6.4B in 30 days amid crypto winter chill
CoinTelegraph - US-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds saw their biggest 30-day net outflow since launching in 2024, coming as Bitcoin fell 17% over the past month.
STOCKS | U.S. Semiconductor Equipment Stocks Rise More Than 75% Year to Date
Binance News - U.S.-listed semiconductor equipment stocks have posted broad gains year to date, alongside rises in AI hardware segments such as semiconductors and optical communications. According to Odaily, nine U.S. semiconductor equipment companies with market capitalizations above $10 billion have each gained more than 75% so far this year. The report said seven of those stocks have more than doubled year to date: Applied Materials, Lam Research, KLA, Teradyne, MKS Inc., Entegris, and Onto ...
G7 Calls for Global Push to Stop North Korea’s Crypto Theft Network
Bitcoin.com - G7 leaders elevated North Korea’s crypto thefts as a global security concern, linking digital asset crime to international security and Indo-Pacific stability. The statement included one direct reference to cryptocurrency thefts, alongside warnings about nuclear and missile programs. G7 Flags North Korea Crypto Theft in Security Statement The leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, […]
Nick Tomaino Says 1confirmation Paid About $317 Million in Cash Distributions, Incubates Grail.xyz
Binance News - 1confirmation partner Nick Tomaino said the fund has made about $317 million in cumulative cash distributions. According to Foresight News, Tomaino made the remarks in a letter to limited partners for 2026 Q2. He also said the firm is incubating Grail.xyz, a company focused on tokenizing real-world collectibles on-chain.
U.S. Vice President Vance and Musk Differ on Government Role in AI Wealth Distribution
Binance News - U.S. Vice President JD Vance said in an interview with CEO Diary that U.S. President Donald Trump supports creating a U.S. sovereign wealth fund and holding equity stakes in advanced AI companies. According to Odaily, Vance said large AI companies should not be allowed to become unchecked monopolies and argued that state ownership and labor participation mechanisms could allow ordinary workers to share in AI-driven economic gains. Elon Musk responded publicly on X, saying a better approach than government ownership of corporate equity would be for the U.S. Treasury to send money directly to the public. Musk said that as AI and robots increase the supply ...
South Korea Petition to Scrap Virtual Asset Tax Set for Parliamentary Review
Binance News - A South Korean national petition calling for the cancellation of virtual asset taxation is expected to be submitted soon to the National Assembly’s Strategy and Finance Committee for discussion. According to Foresight News, Edaily reported that the petition received 58,571 endorsements, meeting the 50,000-signature threshold. Under South Korea’s National Assembly Act, once a petition has been transferred to the relevant committee and 30 days have passed, it must be placed for review at the committee’s first meeting held thereafter. ...
Tesla Files Trademark Application for Amazing Abundance Covering AI and Robotics
Binance News - Tesla has formally filed a trademark application for “Amazing Abundance” covering AI, humanoid robots, autonomous driving systems, and automation technologies. According to Odaily, the application includes categories related to AI, humanoid robotics, self-driving systems, and automation.
Polymarket Accused of Using Paid Creators to Promote Simulated Trading Videos, WSJ Reports
Binance News - Polymarket has been accused of promoting its product on social media through paid creators who posted simulated trading and false profit videos, according to a Wall Street Journal investigation. According to Foresight News, the WSJ said the creators filmed trading videos using mock sites that closely resembled Polymarket’s real website. The report said some videos showed large profits that did not actually occur, and that some content was submitted to Polymarket for review. The WSJ also reported that Polymarket used the marketing firm Virality to manage influencer promotions. Despite restrictions on its U.S. services and a backdrop involving international user positioning, the activity was still alleged to have ...
1,200 Tech Companies Push Senate to Pass CLARITY Act Quickly as US Crypto Rules Face Global Pressure
Bitcoin.com - The Consumer Technology Association, which represents more than 1,200 technology companies, urged Senate leaders to advance the CLARITY Act as digital asset developers face uncertainty over federal oversight. CTA Calls for Swift Senate Action on CLARITY Act The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) urged Senate leadership to advance the CLARITY Act as policymakers continue debating the […]
Markets Price 79% Chance the Fed Holds Rates in July, Kalshi Data Show
Binance News - Markets are pricing a 79% probability that the U.S. Federal Reserve will keep interest rates unchanged in July, based on the latest data from Kalshi. According to Foresight News, the same data indicate a 20% chance of a 25-basis-point rate increase and a 2% chance of a 25-basis-point rate cut.
STOCKS | Citrini Analyst Jukan Reports Surge in South Korea’s Early June Memory Exports
Binance News - Citrini analyst Jukan said preliminary export data for South Korea from June 1 to 20 showed sharp year-over-year increases across several memory product categories. According to Odaily, DRAM including modules rose 342% year over year and 3% month over month. Jukan added that NAND flash exports increased 336% year over year and 28% month over month. MCP, described as HBM, rose 209% year over year and 51% month over month, while SSD exports climbed 405% year over year and 25% month over month.
U.S. Defense Department Estimates Iran Conflict Costs Near $80 Billion, Report Says
Binance News - Ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran are placing significant pressure on the U.S. defense budget and munitions stockpiles, U.S. media reported. According to Odaily, The Wall Street Journal cited people familiar with the matter as saying internal Pentagon estimates suggest the war and related spending may be nearing or reaching $80 billion. The report said the Pentagon has warned that if costs continue to rise, it could face a shortage of operating funds in the summer and may need Congress to pass an emergency supplemental appropriation. It added that the potential funding gap has not become a formal budget request but has been raised in discussions ...
Bitdeer Reports 921 BTC Mined in May 2026, Up 370% Year Over Year
Binance News - Bitdeer said it mined 921 BTC in May 2026, a 370% increase year over year, and ended the month with 171 BTC in holdings. According to NS3.AI, the company’s May 2025 figures showed 196 BTC mined and 1,351 BTC held. Bitdeer also reported that its Q1 2026 results included 2,033 BTC mined and $206.8 million in proceeds from the disposal of digital assets.
WORLD CUP | Undav’s 94th-minute winner sends Germany past Ivory Coast 2-1
Binance News - Substitute Deniz Undav scored twice, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany came from behind to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 and book a place in the World Cup knockout stages. Ivory Coast led through captain Franck Kessie’s 30th-minute goal before Undav equalised in the 68th minute from Nadiem Amiri’s cross and then struck late from a Felix Nmecha pass, according to Yahoo Sports.
AI TRENDS | Michael Saylor Says Strategy’s STRC Was Largely Designed With AI After Shares Fell to $82.7
Binance News - Michael Saylor said Strategy’s STRC was largely designed with AI, after the stock drew attention following a decline to as low as $82.7. According to NS3.AI, Saylor said he wanted a monthly preferred stock that could remain stable at 100. STRC closed at $88.8.
WORLD CUP | Undav scores twice off bench as Germany beats Ivory Coast 2-1, reaches knockouts
Binance News - Deniz Undav scored twice off the bench as Germany rallied to beat Ivory Coast 2-1 in their World Cup Group E match on Saturday, a result that secured Germany a place in the knockout stage for the first time since winning the title in 2014, according to Yahoo Sports. Undav equalized with a volley in the 68th minute and then scored again in stoppage time, and coach Julian Nagelsmann said the striker may start against Ecuador on Thursday in New York.
Galaxy CEO says Fed rate cuts could revive Bitcoin and silence critics
Cryptopolitan - Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz thinks Bitcoin’s recent struggles may not last much longer. Speaking on a podcast with Anthony Scaramucci, Novogratz said a change in U.S. monetary policy could revive the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Bitcoin has been depressed in recent months, with weak prices, low retail interest, and increasing pessimism about its price, he...
Bitcoin Options Traders Load up on $120K Strike Through December 2026
Bitcoin.com - Bitcoin traded at $64,159 at 6:45 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, and the derivatives market around it tells a story of retreat and repositioning. CME‘s bitcoin options open interest, measured in dollar terms, has dropped from a peak near $290 million in late November to roughly $30 million to $40 million by mid June, according […]
Prediction Markets Hit Record $10.8 Billion Week as SpaceX IPO, World Cup Drive Surge
Bitcoin.com - Prediction markets set a weekly trading record as volume reached $10.8 billion, according to A16z crypto. The surge coincided with major finance, sports, and geopolitical events, with activity topping the $10 billion mark for the first time. Prediction Markets Hit a Record $10.8 Billion in Weekly Trading Volume Data from venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz’s […]
Bitcoin miner Bitdeer mined 921 BTC, but its smaller stash raises a bigger question
CryptoSlate - The miner's AI cloud growth may reduce sell pressure, but May data shows Bitcoin retention still lagging. The post Bitcoin miner Bitdeer mined 921 BTC, but its smaller stash raises a bigger question appeared first on CryptoSlate.
The Revenue Divergence: Why Record-Breaking Ethereum Activity Isn’t Boosting ETH Price
CryptoPotato - The Ethereum network's growth strategy seems to focus first on winning the adoption race and then on generating fees later.
‘Stop Lawmakers From Predicting’: GOP Bill Targets Congress Betting on Kalshi and Polymarket
Bitcoin.com - Republican Rep. Bryan Steil has introduced the Stop Lawmakers from Predicting Act, a bill that would bar House members, their spouses and their children from wagering on political and policy outcomes via prediction markets. A New Line Between Lawmaking and Betting Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), chairman of the Committee on House Administration, unveiled the measure […]
Kiyosaki Waits for Bitcoin and Ethereum Reversal Before Buying Again
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Robert Kiyosaki isn’t buying yet. The “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” author says he’ll wait for clear price reversals in Bitcoin,… Read the original on Kiyosaki Waits for Bitcoin and Ethereum Reversal Before Buying Again. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Main Street USD Falls to $0.29 After Losing Dollar Peg as Accountable Ends Agreement
Binance News - Main Street USD (msUSD) lost its dollar peg after Accountable ended its agreement with the protocol, sending the token to around $0.29. According to BeInCrypto, msUSD is down roughly 71% over 24 hours, with a market value near $30.5 million. Accountable said Main Street could not meet its standards, and its dashboard no longer verifies the reserves backing msUSD. Another token, msY, also dropped sharply as Morpho’s msY/USDC market showed extreme illiquidity.
Republican Bill Targets Prediction Market Insider Trading but Leaves White House Out
TheCurrencyAnalytics - A Republican lawmaker wants to ban insider trading on policy prediction markets. The bill is narrow by design — and… Read the original on Republican Bill Targets Prediction Market Insider Trading but Leaves White House Out. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Here’s How Fidelity Funds Are Getting Ahead of GENIUS Act
99Bitcoins - Fidelity's new FYMXX money market fund targets stablecoin reserve management under the GENIUS Act, joining BlackRock and State Street in a growing TradFi race. The post Here’s How Fidelity Funds Are Getting Ahead of GENIUS Act appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Hedge Fund Billionaire Pours $190,674,000 Into Google, Facebook and Three Stocks That Have Each Exploded Over 2x Year-to-Date
DailyHODL - The billionaire founder and CEO of the New York-based hedge fund Third Point LLC is deploying tens of millions of dollars into two hyperscaler names. The latest 13F filing from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) shows that Dan Loeb opened a new stake in Meta (META) in Q1 of this year, accumulating 90,000 […] The post Hedge Fund Billionaire Pours $190,674,000 Into Google, Facebook and Three Stocks That Have Each Exploded Over 2x Year-to-Date appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
America wants to win the AI race but its own contradictions keep getting in the way
Cryptopolitan - The United States is worried that China has its hands on advanced chip-making machines, sent to them by ASML. Howard Lutnick, the US Commerce Secretary, reportedly sat down with ASML executives several times to share his fear that an extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography machine had somehow landed in Chinese hands. Such a move would break...
STOCKS | Analysts See SpaceX Shares at $63 to $227 as Nasdaq Trading Ranges From $190 to $225
Binance News - Analysts’ price targets for SpaceX shares range from $63 to $227, while the stock traded between $190 and $225 on Nasdaq at the time of writing. According to NS3.AI, an S&P Global poll shows six analysts currently cover the stock. The poll indicates four analysts rate the shares as Buy, while one analyst rates them as Sell.
WORLD CUP | Brobbey scores twice as Netherlands lead Sweden
Binance News - Sunderland forward Brian Brobbey scored twice as the Netherlands led Sweden, with his two goals inside 16:12 the earliest double by a Dutch player at the World Cup, according to Yahoo Sports. Brobbey was the Netherlands’ only change to the lineup, starting over Crysencio Summerville; Sweden won its opener and would qualify for the last 32 with a victory, while the Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan in its previous match.
OpenRouter's Fusion Promises Claude Fable-Level AI for Cheap—Right as Fable 5 Goes Dark
Decrypt - OpenRouter's compound-model API stacks budget AI models—and beat GPT-5.5 and Claude Opus 4.8 outright in benchmark testing.
Attorney Ian Cohen Takes On $238 Billion Fight Over Satoshi’s Untouched Bitcoin Wallets
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Attorney Ian R. Cohen has filed a court rebuttal challenging a lawsuit that wants to seize roughly 3.8 million Bitcoin… Read the original on Attorney Ian Cohen Takes On $238 Billion Fight Over Satoshi’s Untouched Bitcoin Wallets. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Koeman says De Jong not 100% but fit enough to start for Netherlands vs Sweden
Binance News - Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman said Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is “not 100%” but “in good enough shape” to start against Sweden in the Netherlands’ second 2026 FIFA World Cup match, after the player had abdominal discomfort. Koeman said the team would use the warm-up to confirm De Jong can play, according to Yahoo Sports.
CME Sues CFTC Over Crypto Perpetual Futures Approval
cryptoDNES - CME Group challenges the CFTC in court over the approval of perpetual futures for Kalshi, sparking a major legal battle for U.S. crypto derivatives. The post CME Sues CFTC Over Crypto Perpetual Futures Approval appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Ray Dalio Warns U.S. Equities May Deliver -5% to -10% Real Returns Over the Next 5–10 Years
Binance News - Ray Dalio said U.S. equities could produce real returns of about -5% to -10% over the next 5–10 years. According to NS3.AI, Dalio attributed part of the risk to market concentration in a small group of large, AI-related companies. Dalio said investors should avoid excessive concentration and instead build portfolios that are well-diversified and balanced for risk.
Whale ‘pension-usdt.eth’ Opens 3x Leveraged Ether Short and Adds to Position
Binance News - A whale wallet identified as “pension-usdt.eth” has opened another 3x leveraged short position in Ether and has continued adding to it. According to Odaily, Hyperbot data shows the position currently holds 8,364.3629 ETH.
WORLD CUP | Netherlands vs Sweden: Malen, Dumfries, Hien and Karlstrom start
Binance News - Donyell Malen and Denzel Dumfries were named in the Netherlands starting lineup against Sweden in a World Cup 2026 Group F match in Houston, Texas, while Sweden again started Isak Hien and Jesper Karlstrom. Sweden entered the game top of the group after a 5-1 win over Tunisia, while the Netherlands were coming off a 2-2 draw with Japan, according to Yahoo Sports. Netherlands started Verbruggen; Van de Ven, Van Dijk, Van Hecke, Dumfries; Reijnders, De Jong, Gravenberch; Gakpo, Malen, Brobbey. Sweden started Nordfeldt; Lindelof, Hien, Lagerbielke; Gudmundsson, Ayari, Karlstrom, Bernhardsson; Nygren; Isak, Gyokeres.
Michael Saylor Shares Strategy's Resilience and Growth Since 2022
U.Today - Michael Saylor reflects on Strategy’s dark moments and recovery over the years, all thanks to its resilience in Bitcoin regardless of the market condition. Michael Saylor reflects on Strategy’s dark moments and recovery over the years, all thanks to its resilience in Bitcoin regardless of the market condition.
GoMining challenges Jack Dorsey's Square with payments system designed around bitcoin
Binance News - GoMining unveiled an SDK and APIs for its bitcoin payment protocol GoBTC Pay, aiming to compete with Block’s (XYZ) Square by letting merchants accept BTC for everyday purchases. According to CoinDesk, GoMining says transactions settle entirely in bitcoin by default, unlike Square, which typically converts BTC payments into U.S. dollars unless a merchant opts to receive BTC. GoBTC Pay settles on the Bitcoin network using GoMining’s Stratum V2 mining protocol, with average settlement of around 12 hours and a 0.2% fee split 50-50 between wallet providers and miners. GoMining plans to recruit an initial 10 merchants.
Smart Money Buys Furia Win Shares in Polymarket CS2 IEM Cologne Major Semifinal Market
Binance News - A Polymarket prediction market for the “CS2 IEM Cologne Major semifinal Furia vs. Aurora” saw a wallet described as smart money buy shares backing Furia to beat Aurora. According to Odaily, the address 0x89dd49bf87c41be422927372a0b75c6ab577f662, described as having previously earned more than $320,000, bought $224,000 worth of shares for Furia to defeat Aurora at an average entry price of $0.59, totaling 379,751.5 shares. The same address also bought $25,000 worth of shares for Furia to win map one at ...
Texas Targets Data Center Grid Costs as 6.5 GW of Capacity Is Built
Binance News - Texas has about 6.5 gigawatts of data center capacity under construction as Governor Greg Abbott directed the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) to shift more grid-related costs toward data center operators. According to NS3.AI, the directive asks the agencies to reduce residential transmission costs by the end of July and to deliver a joint memo by July 17. The report said Bitcoin miners could benefit if Texas adopts policies that reward flexible electricity demand.
Texas questions whether AI data centers should pay for the grid they strain
CryptoSlate - Texas spent years courting AI companies, cloud providers, and Bitcoin miners with cheap electricity, abundant land, and a sales tax exemption that's grown into one of the state's costliest incentive programs. But now, Governor Greg Abbott has told state regulators to flip the arrangement, directing them to require data centers to fund the grid they […] The post Texas questions whether AI data centers should pay for the grid they strain appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Pakistan Says U.S.-Iran Technical Talks to Be Held in Switzerland on June 21, 2026
Binance News - Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said technical-level talks will be held in Switzerland on June 21, 2026, as part of follow-up arrangements to a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding. According to Odaily, Pakistan and Qatar will participate in the meeting as mediators.
UK readies new clash with Big Tech over plan to force YouTube and Meta to promote British news
Cryptopolitan - Following its social media ban, Britain’s government is preparing regulations that would force YouTube, Meta and other platforms to give greater priority to content from the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and other British public service broadcasters. The UK government has been picking fights with major tech companies. Its social media ban for under-16s drew sharp...
17% XRP Surge in Network Activity Could Trigger Next Leg Up
U.Today - XRP notes 17% surge in its burn rate as its network continues to strengthen despite the broader market weakness, flashing signs of a potential recovery. XRP notes 17% surge in its burn rate as its network continues to strengthen despite the broader market weakness, flashing signs of a potential recovery.
GEOPOLITICS | Vaez Sees US-Israel-Iran MOU as Starting Point, Deal Unlikely in 60 Days
Binance News - Georgetown University School of Foreign Service adjunct professor Ali Vaez said a recent Memorandum of Understanding involving the US, Israel and Iran provides breathing room even if a deal within the 60 day timeframe is unlikely. In an interview on Bloomberg This Weekend, according to Bloomberg, Vaez said the MOU allows that timeframe to be extended and should be viewed as a starting place.
AI | SpaceX IPO Fuels Investor Focus on Potential OpenAI, Anthropic Listings
Binance News - SpaceX’s IPO ended its first week of trading up 37% from its IPO price, underscoring strong investor enthusiasm. According to Bloomberg, Bloomberg Radio “Masters in Business” host Barry Ritholtz discussed on Bloomberg This Weekend how that demand could influence anticipated IPOs of OpenAI and Anthropic, which are expected to go public in the near future.
Fed Governor Bowman Spoke at Private Dinner After Policy Meeting
Binance News - Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman spoke at a private dinner in New York hours after attending the central bank’s policy meeting, according to Bloomberg, citing the Wall Street Journal. The report said the appearance came during a period when Fed officials are restricted from commenting on monetary policy.
U.S. Vice President Vance Says Witkoff and Kushner Arrive for Iran Talks Expected Sunday
Binance News - U.S. Vice President Vance said U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner have arrived at the site for talks with Iran, and the negotiations may take place on Sunday. According to Odaily, Iran’s Mehr News Agency reported that Iran’s Supreme Joint Military Command said the Strait of Hormuz will be closed to vessel traffic due to alleged violations of a ceasefire memorandum of understanding by the United States and Israel.
U.S. Vice President Vance Says No Evidence Iran Is Closing Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - U.S. Vice President Vance said there is no evidence that Iran is closing the Strait of Hormuz and said he expects to travel to Switzerland soon for talks with Iran. According to Odaily, Vance said he expects to depart in the coming days, adding that the trip requires diplomatic coordination and procedures. Vance also said U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Kushner have arrived at the location for negotiations with Iran, and that talks may be held on Sunday.
Ethereum Gears Up for $2,850 Recovery as Price Hits Break-Even Point
U.Today - Ethereum might be preparing for its next rally to $2,850 despite the bearish market outlook as the asset is seen sitting at a familiar bottom level. Ethereum might be preparing for its next rally to $2,850 despite the bearish market outlook as the asset is seen sitting at a familiar bottom level.
Iran Requires Approved Insurance for Ships Transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Binance News - Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority has issued a document requiring all vessels to hold insurance approved by the authority in order to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. According to Odaily, the document says the insurance is free during the period specified in a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, but it may be charged later. The Financial Times reported that the document has been circulated among shipping industry management. The document states that “all vessels must hold ...
Binance Wallet’s U Trading Volume Campaign Ends, With 3-Day Leaderboard Review Period Set
Binance News - Binance Wallet announced on X that its U Trading Volume Campaign has concluded and that leaderboard rankings are now available. Leaderboard Review Period: Following the event, Binance Wallet said there will be a 3-day leaderboard public review period from 8:00 AM on June 20, 2026 to 8:00 AM on June 23, 2026 (UTC). The post said users who have questions or disputes regarding the published results should provide feedback through official channels during this period. It added that feedback submitted after the public review period will not be considered. ...
Ubisoft Co-Founder Claude Guillemot Dies in Air Crash at 69
Binance News - Claude Guillemot, who co-founded French video-game publisher Ubisoft Entertainment SA with his brothers in 1986, has died in an air crash at age 69, the company said. According to Bloomberg, Guillemot helped found Ubisoft with his brothers in 1986.
AI is pushing crypto media into a fight over trusted market data
CryptoSlate - Artificial intelligence is commoditizing news and routine research across the industry, and it's pushing crypto media companies to rebuild themselves as data platforms, analytics providers, and institutional infrastructure. The firms racing to assemble AI-ready databases are positioning to become the industry's reference layer, the source that investors, regulators, and algorithms rely on to understand digital […] The post AI is pushing crypto media into a fight over trusted market data appeared first on CryptoSlate.
GEOPOLITICS | Trump Seeks Iran Offramp
Binance News - US President Donald Trump is looking to put Iran behind him after the US failed to achieve any of the war goals set at the start of the conflict, according to Bloomberg, citing comments from Eurasia Group and GZERO Media President and Founder Ian Bremmer.
WORLD CUP | Mikel Merino returns to full Spain training
Binance News - Mikel Merino has returned to full training with Spain after completing two individual sessions as part of a programme to manage his recovery from a foot injury that sidelined him for four months. Spain have limited the Arsenal midfielder to no more than 29 minutes in each of their past three matches, including 19 minutes in one World Cup match, according to Yahoo Sports.
Iraq Orders Five Oil Fields to Raise Output After US-Iran Deal
Binance News - Iraq asked operators of five major oil fields to boost production to prewar levels, targeting output of more than 3 million barrels a day. According to Bloomberg, the move follows a US-Iran deal aimed at fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Market News: Gold Braces for a Data-Dependent Week — Core PCE Could Trigger a Test of $4,000
Binance News - Gold is expected to remain volatile next week as investors await the release of the US core personal consumption expenditures price index — the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge — for clues about the central bank's rate path following this week's hawkish dot plot, according to market analysts cited by Jinshi on June 20. Why core PCE is the key event "With the Fed now appearing more adaptable to changing circumstances and increasingly sensitive to upcoming inflation data, every important economic data release will have an impact, but the core PCE will be a key event for both the gold and interest rate markets, and next week will be highly data-dependent," ...
WORLD CUP | Ancelotti: Neymar available vs Scotland as Brazil plan more changes
Binance News - Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said Neymar "will be available" for Brazil’s final World Cup group-stage match against Scotland after missing the first two games with injury, and added he could make further changes to his lineup. Brazil beat Haiti 3-0 on Friday and next face Scotland on Wednesday, June 24, with an 11 p.m. BST kickoff, according to Yahoo Sports. Ancelotti also said Brazil are awaiting tests on Barcelona winger Raphinha after he went off injured.
Morgan Stanley Buys the Dip — Total Bitcoin Holdings Surpass 4,300 Coins
Binance News - Morgan Stanley has been accumulating Bitcoin through recent market weakness, adding 266.56 BTC over the past week through its spot Bitcoin ETF position (MSBT), worth approximately $17.26 million, according to monitoring data from Arkham Intelligence. The recent purchase brings Morgan Stanley's total Bitcoin holdings above 4,300 coins — a position built through the bank's exposure to spot Bitcoin ETF products, allowing it to gain Bitcoin exposure through regulated, traditional financial market infrastructure rather than direct custody.
U.S. House Subcommittee to Hold Digital Finance Roundtable June 25 — Focus on Crypto's Role in Economic Sovereignty and National Security
Binance News - Republican Congressman William Timmons, Chairman of the US House Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs, has announced a roundtable scheduled for June 25 examining how digital assets and cryptocurrencies can help individuals protect their wealth, access financial assistance, and maintain economic sovereignty. What the roundtable will cover The discussion will focus on the intersection of digital finance with US national security interests, alongside examining how the United States can maintain competitiveness in the digital financial sector through continued financial innovation. The national security framing is notable — positioning crypto policy not purely as a financial market or consumer protection issue, but ...
Analyst Warns: Strategy Will Have to Sell Over 50,000 BTC by 2028
CryptoPotato - Kaleo actually said this could be the company's best option.
Pudgy Penguins Expands Vibes Series 3 to Target Stores Across the U.S.
Binance News - Pudgy Penguins has launched Vibes Series 3 at Target stores across the United States, marking the trading card game’s largest retail expansion. According to NS3.AI, the rollout brings the total number of circulated cards to 15 million. The new set introduces additional gameplay mechanics and original artwork, and it also includes Moonbirds characters.
Crypto News: Crypto Rebounds Modestly — But Funding Rates Reveal the Bounce Isn't Backed by Bullish Conviction
Binance News - Bitcoin is trading at $63,671.32, up 1.60% over the past 24 hours, while Ethereum has climbed to $1,723.81, up 1.64% over the same period — a modest rebound following the four-day decline that took Bitcoin below $62,400 in the wake of Wednesday's hawkish Fed dot plot and the STRC-driven credit market stress. What funding rates reveal beneath the price action Despite the price recovery, funding rates across major trading platforms tell a more cautious story. BTC funding rates are below the bullish threshold on all platforms, with roughly half turning negative — indicating that the price increase has not been accompanied by a corresponding recovery in bullish ...
Algorand Foundation Sets Quantum-Resistant Upgrade Roadmap for 2026–2028
Binance News - The Algorand Foundation has released a roadmap for quantum-resistant upgrades, planning to begin a series of protocol changes in 2026 and aiming to achieve network-wide “quantum security” between the end of 2027 and 2028 to address potential future threats from quantum computing to current cryptographic systems. According to ChainCatcher, the roadmap’s first phase will introduce a post-quantum account system, multisignature wallets, and staking support. Later phases are expected to progressively upgrade core protocol components, ...
Pudgy Penguins expands retail footprint with Target trading card rollout
CoinTelegraph - The NFT-born franchise is bringing its Vibes Series 3 trading cards to Target stores across the US as it expands into physical products and mainstream retail.
Satoshi Bitcoin Case Faces Strong Counterargument in Latest Update
U.Today - Fresh court filing raises stakes in fight over Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings. Fresh court filing raises stakes in fight over Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings.
QCP Capital: Strategy’s Cash Runway for Dividend Payments Extended to About 7.5 Months
Binance News - QCP Capital said Strategy’s runway before it runs out of cash for dividend payments has been extended to about 7.5 months. According to Odaily, QCP Capital added that in the short term, this pressure may continue to limit Bitcoin’s ability to fully participate in broader macro optimism.
OSL Group Secures Australian AFSL License for Crypto Services
cryptoDNES - OSL Group expands into Australia after securing an AFSL license from ASIC, enabling OTC, custody, and stablecoin services for institutional clients. The post OSL Group Secures Australian AFSL License for Crypto Services appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
World Cup 2026 Recap: USA Advance As Brazil Cruise, Morocco And Paraguay Claim Narrow Wins
Binance News - Four matches were played at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on June 20, with the United States, Morocco, Brazil, and Paraguay all securing important victories. The United States defeated Australia 2-0, Morocco edged Scotland 1-0, Brazil beat Haiti 3-0, and Paraguay claimed a 1-0 win over Türkiye. USA 2-0 Australia The United States strengthened their position in Group D with a controlled first-half display against Australia in Seattle. The hosts took an early lead when Cameron Burgess turned the ball into his own net, giving the United States a strong platform. Alex Freeman then doubled the advantage shortly before half-time with a header, after an initial offside ...
SQUID RLUSD Integrations, Flutterwave $3.2Bn Valuation: Ripple XRP News This Week
99Bitcoins - Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin gains cross-chain swap access via Squid and enters 34 African markets through a strategic Flutterwave investment. The post SQUID RLUSD Integrations, Flutterwave $3.2Bn Valuation: Ripple XRP News This Week appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
XRP Would Need to Reach $3.22 for a $200 Billion Market Cap at Current Supply
Binance News - XRP would need to trade at $3.22, based on its current supply of 62 billion coins, for its market capitalization to reach $200 billion. According to NS3.AI, XRP’s market cap has dipped to $72 billion. The report also cited a support range for XRP at $1.15 to $1.18.
House Subcommittee Chair William Timmons to Hold June 25 Roundtable on Digital Assets
Binance News - Rep. William Timmons, chair of the U.S. House subcommittee on military and foreign affairs, said he will hold a roundtable meeting on June 25 focused on digital assets and cryptocurrencies. According to Odaily, the discussion will examine how digital assets and cryptocurrencies can help individuals protect wealth, access aid, and maintain economic autonomy. The roundtable will also address the intersection of digital finance and U.S. national security interests, and consider how the United States can maintain ...
Binance to Run Katana Season 5 vbETH Wallet Earn Event With 15 Million KAT Reward Pool
Binance News - Binance announced on X that a new rewards round is being prepared as the Katana Season 5 vbETH Wallet Earn event goes live. The campaign is scheduled to run from June 20, 2026, 8:00 AM to August 3, 2026, 7:59 AM (UTC+8). The announcement centers on a Katana Morpho vbETH activity pool within Binance Wallet Earn, where participants who subscribe assets during the event period will share a total reward pool of 15 million KAT. Event Details: The company said that starting today, users can subscribe assets in the Binance Wallet Earn Katana Morpho vbETH activity pool to participate in the distribution of the 15 million KAT rewards. Participation is tied to ...
U.S. Energy Regulator Urges Faster Grid Connections for Data Centers Amid Rising Power Demand
Binance News - The U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on the 18th asked regional grid operators to consider new agreements to speed up grid connections for large electricity users such as data centers, as power demand surges linked to the AI boom. According to Odaily, the increase in data center electricity consumption has pushed power prices higher in multiple areas across the United States, and some regions have issued blackout warnings. The commission also said it will no longer proactively consider environmental ...
Malaysia Revises Civil Servants’ Stock Ownership and Asset Declaration Rules
Binance News - Malaysia has announced a comprehensive revision to its rules on civil servants’ stock holdings and asset declarations. According to Odaily, a new circular from the Public Service Department allows civil servants to invest in shares of companies registered in Malaysia, but limits holdings to no more than 5% of a company’s paid-up capital or a total value of no more than 300,000 ringgit, whichever is lower. The updated rules raise the previous investment cap of 100,000 ringgit and add a new constraint on cumulative shareholding limits. ...
Polymarket Odds for Strait of Hormuz Returning to Normal by June 30 Fall to 9%
Binance News - Polymarket’s probability for the Strait of Hormuz to return to normal by June 30 fell to 9%, down 9 percentage points over the past 24 hours. According to Odaily, total trading volume for the event has exceeded $28 million. The update comes as Hezbollah and Israel continue intense clashes in southern Lebanon. Iran has publicly said it does not trust the United States and is preparing for multiple scenarios. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for the Iranian parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, said the issue of a Lebanon ceasefire is Iran’s ...
Douyin Mall: More Than 120,000 Merchants Doubled Live-Stream GMV Year on Year During 618
Binance News - Douyin Mall released its 618 data report, saying more than 120,000 merchants recorded a year-on-year doubling in live-stream transaction value. According to Ming Pao, platform consumer vouchers helped drive a 1.52-times increase in the number of merchants whose live-stream transaction value exceeded 1 million yuan.
STOCKS | Serenity Reviews NAV Discounts and Holdings Across Tech and Semiconductor Firms
Binance News - Serenity shared a personal investment review analyzing valuations and ownership structures across several technology and semiconductor-related companies, focusing on net asset value (NAV) discounts and growth momentum. According to Odaily, Serenity said the observations are still in a research stage and do not represent a final investment conclusion. Serenity said Wistron is among the most favored targets, citing a market capitalization of about $16.2 billion, a 144% year-over-year increase in first-quarter revenue, and a roughly 35.46% stake in Wiwynn. Serenity estimated the implied value of Wistron’s Wiwynn holdings at about 0.66 times Wistron’s ...
BYD Rejects Claims It Violated Hungary’s Environmental Rules
Binance News - BYD Co. said it rejected allegations it breached environmental rules in Hungary during construction of its first European Union plant. In a statement, according to Bloomberg, the Chinese electric-vehicle maker denied it violated local environmental regulations.
El Salvador Adds 8 Bitcoin in Seven Days, Holdings Reach 7,688.37 BTC
Binance News - El Salvador increased its Bitcoin holdings by 8 BTC over the past seven days and by 31 BTC over the past 30 days. According to ChainCatcher, the country now holds 7,688.37 BTC, with a total value of $489.7 million.
UK Plans Rules to Boost Local News Exposure on YouTube and Meta Platforms
Binance News - The UK government plans to require social media platforms including YouTube and Meta to increase the visibility of local news content, according to 36Kr. People close to the talks said the government could launch a public consultation on the proposed rules as early as this month. The plan would also ask public service broadcasters including the BBC, ITV and Channel 4 to increase their supply of news content, and the rules may be extended to national and regional newspapers. Details are still being finalized.
Base Network Sets Beryl Upgrade Date, Targeting Institutions
cryptoDNES - Base, the Coinbase-backed Layer 2, confirms its Beryl upgrade for June 25. Discover the new B20 token standard designed for institutional asset issuers. The post Base Network Sets Beryl Upgrade Date, Targeting Institutions appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Days Later: Arthur Hayes Sells Entire ETH Position at a Loss
CryptoPotato - The community was quick to pick up his recent moves and increase the scrutiny.
AI TRENDS | John Jumper Says He Will Leave Google DeepMind to Join Anthropic
Binance News - John Jumper said on X that he will leave Google DeepMind and join Anthropic. According to PANews, Jumper previously co-won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for work on the AlphaFold model. In his post, Jumper thanked DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis for giving him the opportunity to lead the AlphaFold team six months after he finished his PhD. He also said the Google DeepMind team taught him a lot about how to do research and that he looks forward to the team’s future discoveries.
GEOPOLITICS | Ships Can Use Hormuz Southern Route With Signals On, JMIC Says
Binance News - Ships can consider transiting the Strait of Hormuz along the southern route, day or night, with their transponder signals on, a key naval information group said. According to Bloomberg, the guidance came from the Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC).
WORLD CUP | Turkey out after loss to Paraguay; US confirmed Group D winners
Binance News - Turkey were eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Paraguay, with Matias Galarza scoring the winner with a strike after 65 seconds. Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron was sent off for covering his mouth during a confrontation, and Turkey again dominated but failed to score, extending their run to 62 shots without a goal across two matches; the result confirmed the United States as Group D winners, according to Yahoo Sports.
Charles Schwab Brings Yes-or-No S&P 500 Bets to Retail Investors
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Charles Schwab is moving into prediction markets. The brokerage giant just launched a product that lets everyday investors place binary… Read the original on Charles Schwab Brings Yes-or-No S&P 500 Bets to Retail Investors. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Conio Secures MiCAR Crypto Asset Service Provider License in Italy
Binance News - Italian crypto fintech Conio has obtained a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) license in Italy under the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR), enabling it to offer digital-asset custody, transfers, and placement services. According to ChainCatcher, Reuters reported that the authorization was granted after reviews by Italy’s securities regulator Consob and the central bank. The report also noted that MiCAR’s transition period will end on June 30, 2026, after which companies without a license will be unable to provide crypto services in Italy and across the European Union.
WORLD CUP | Miguel Almirón sent off for breaking FIFA anti-mouth-covering rule vs Turkiye
Binance News - Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almirón was shown a straight red card against Turkiye after VAR reviewed an incident in which he appeared to cover his mouth while speaking during a confrontation, an offence under FIFA’s new anti-mouth-covering rule, according to Yahoo Sports. The rule, popularly known as the “Prestianni Law,” was introduced after Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni used a homophobic slur toward Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr., and it was applied after Almirón appeared to say something to Meri Muldur, who then approached the officials. Earlier, Matías Galarza scored after 64 seconds for the quickest goal of the tournament so far.
Kalshi Crosses $100 Billion as Polymarket Fights Over $345 Million Iran Market
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Kalshi just hit a massive number. The platform crossed $100 billion in lifetime notional volume, pushed largely by a surge… Read the original on Kalshi Crosses $100 Billion as Polymarket Fights Over $345 Million Iran Market. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
MGX explores multi-billion-dollar acquisition of data center operator DayOne in push to dominate AI infrastructure
Cryptopolitan - Abu Dhabi-backed AI investor MGX is reportedly weighing a multibillion-dollar buyout of DayOne, which operates a data center in Singapore. The deal will come as MGX’s first acquisition in Asia and would highlight the mounting competition among the various parties who seek to obtain the necessary data center infrastructures to fuel the growth of AI...
China Gold Jewelry Prices Fall on June 20; Lao Feng Xiang at 1,258 Yuan per Gram
Binance News - Several gold jewelry brands in China lowered their domestic prices for 24K gold accessories on June 20 versus the previous day, according to 36Kr. Lao Feng Xiang quoted 1,258 yuan per gram, down 7 yuan; Lao Miao Gold quoted 1,268 yuan per gram, down 11 yuan; Chow Sang Sang quoted 1,263 yuan per gram, down 9 yuan; and Chow Tai Fook quoted 1,261 yuan per gram, down 11 yuan. The report noted that on January 29, 2026, domestic branded gold jewelry prices hit a year-to-date interim high, with Chow Sang Sang, Lao Miao Gold and Lao Feng Xiang at 1,708 yuan, 1,722 yuan and 1,713 yuan per gram, respectively.
Zodiac Reports ERC-1271 Signature Verification Flaw Behind Roles Modifier Security Incident
Binance News - Zodiac said it has published an analysis of a security incident affecting Zodiac Roles Modifier, attributing the issue to a flaw in ERC-1271 transaction signature verification logic. According to ChainCatcher, the system determined signature validity solely by checking the returned “magic value” and did not verify whether the underlying call succeeded. Zodiac said this design could allow a failed verification to appear as a valid signature, potentially bypassing the module’s authentication mechanism.
Bitdeer Reports Zero Bitcoin Holdings After Selling All Weekly Mining Output
Binance News - Bitdeer, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company, reported that it maintained zero Bitcoin holdings after selling all of its weekly mining output. According to Odaily, Bitdeer said on X that for the week ending June 19, it mined 218.1 BTC and sold 218.1 BTC during the same period, resulting in a net increase of 0 BTC. The company said it continues to hold zero Bitcoin.
Webull Canada Crypto Lands CIRO Dealer Membership With Rare Insurance Carve-Outs
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Webull Canada Crypto Limited is now a Dealer Member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization. That’s a big deal —… Read the original on Webull Canada Crypto Lands CIRO Dealer Membership With Rare Insurance Carve-Outs. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Margin Traders Net Bought RMB 11.89 Billion of Institution-Rated A-Shares in June Through June 17
Binance News - Institution-rated stocks in China drew strong interest from leveraged investors, with net margin-financing purchases totaling RMB 11.887 billion in June through June 17, according to 36Kr. Seven stocks recorded net margin-financing inflows of more than RMB 1 billion each, led by Hengtong Optic-Electric at RMB 2.904 billion, Dongshan Precision at RMB 1.946 billion, and BOE A at RMB 1.36 billion. Hengtong Optic-Electric and Dongshan Precision were both described as having optical communications exposure.