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Bitcoin gains traction as U.K. recognizes it as property; Argentina exempts crypto exchanges from taxes.
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.
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.
President Milei Exempts Registered Crypto Exchanges From Argentina’s ‘Cheque Tax’
Bitcoin.com - The administration of Javier Milei has issued an executive order establishing exemptions to the 1.2% tax affecting money flows involving VASPs. The measure directly benefits users, who will now save these funds when depositing (or withdrawing) fiat funds from VASPs. Crypto Tax Exemption Executive Order Levels The Financial Playing Field in Argentina Argentina has taken […]
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...
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.
GEOPOLITICS | Australia Detects Mainland H5 Bird Flu Case, Virus Now on Every Continent
Binance News - Australia reported its first mainland case of H5 bird flu, marking the spread of the deadly virus to every continent on the planet. According to Bloomberg, the detection extends the reach of the virus worldwide.
F2Pool Co-Founder WangChun’s ETH and WBTC Holdings Rise to $33.41 Million in 15 Hours
Binance News - F2Pool co-founder WangChun’s ETH and WBTC holdings increased to $33.41 million over the past 15 hours, according to monitoring data cited in a report. According to Foresight News, the activity was tracked by @ai_9684xtpa. The report said the wallet was suspected of adding 11,448.4 ETH at an average price of $1,690, and 224.66 WBTC at an average price of $62,554.14. It did not provide further details on the transactions or confirm whether the purchases were made directly by WangChun.
Strategy’s STRC Preferred Shares Trade at Over 11% Discount as Dividend Yield Rises to 11.5%
Binance News - Strategy’s STRC preferred shares have continued to trade off their peg, with a discount exceeding 11%, raising market concerns. According to PANews, the dividend yield has risen to 11.5% but has still not restored the share price to its peg. The report adds that the discount may constrain Strategy’s financing capacity and put pressure on its Bitcoin reserves.
Japan plans $65 billion physical AI push by 2040 to offset a shrinking workforce
Cryptopolitan - On June 19, Japan’s government unveiled a plan to funnel 10.5 trillion yen ($65.1 billion) in combined public and private investment into physical artificial intelligence across 17 strategic sectors by fiscal 2040, according to Nikkei Asia. This is the fifth major policy move made by the government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi within just four...
Bitcoin Recognized as Property Under U.K. Law as London Court Weighs 7.8 BTC Repayment Request
Binance News - A London court considered a request for a debtor to repay 7.8 BTC directly in Bitcoin, while noting that Bitcoin is recognized as property under U.K. law. According to NS3.AI, the case Hussain v Fix was heard on June 18 and was described as a first for a U.K. civil case. The judge said it remains unclear whether a court can compel a debtor to make repayment directly in BTC.
Tanker in Persian Gulf Resumes Voyage to Hormuz After U-Turn
Binance News - An oil supertanker is again heading from the Persian Gulf toward the Strait of Hormuz after briefly reversing direction. In a vessel-tracking update, according to Bloomberg, the ship had made a U-turn before resuming its voyage.
Sonic Announces CEO Appointment and Board Changes at Sonic Labs
Binance News - Sonic has announced leadership and board changes at Sonic Labs, including new CEO and COO appointments. According to PANews, Michael Kong, Andre Cronje, and David Richardson will resign from the Sonic Labs board. Matt Visser will become chief executive officer, and Kosta Kourkoumelis will join the company as chief operating officer. The announcement said the team plans to focus on transparency and rebuilding trust amid a recent token price decline and low community sentiment. It added that decisions and the reasons behind them will be disclosed publicly, and that the team is forming a dedicated risk and compliance committee to help ensure ...
U.S. Official Says Envoy Witkoff Is Traveling to Switzerland as Iran’s Foreign Minister Plans Visit
Binance News - A U.S. official said U.S. envoy Witkoff is traveling to Switzerland, and said U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner is already in Switzerland. According to Odaily, a person familiar with the matter said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi plans to travel to Switzerland by Saturday, though the plan could still change. The source said Araghchi told several foreign ministers that a Lebanon ceasefire is critical for Iran and has “decisive” significance for U.S.-Iran talks. ...
Iran Says U.S. Must Ensure Israel Complies With Memorandum of Understanding Terms
Binance News - Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh said the United States must ensure Israel complies with the terms of a memorandum of understanding reached between the U.S. and Iran. According to Odaily, Khatibzadeh said in an interview on the 19th local time that Iran is prepared to continue advancing the diplomatic process and would proceed step by step if the other side shows the same seriousness. On the Strait of Hormuz, Khatibzadeh said Iran will continue to provide navigation services in coordination with Oman and under the rules of ...
WORLD CUP | Saibari’s 2nd-minute goal lifts Morocco past Scotland 1-0 in Group C
Binance News - Ismael Saibari scored after 1:10 as Morocco beat Scotland 1-0, with the midfielder finishing a pass from Brahim Díaz past goalkeeper Angus Gunn before the 2’ mark. The goal was the fastest scored so far at the 2026 World Cup, according to Yahoo Sports. Morocco led 1-0 at halftime and Scotland’s best late chances came in the 86th minute, when Scott McTominay hit the outside of the net and Lyndon Dykes headed wide from a corner. The result left Morocco 1-1-0 in Group C and Scotland 1-0-1.
Bitcoin Climbs Past $63K as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Reopens U.S.-Iran Talks
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin punched back above $63,000. The move came fast, tied directly to reports of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah… Read the original on Bitcoin Climbs Past $63K as Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Reopens U.S.-Iran Talks. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Trump says "Anthropic is no longer a national security threat" after G7 lunch with Amodei
Cryptopolitan - President Donald Trump told Axios’s Marc Caputo in a pre-taped interview published June 19 that he no longer views Anthropic as a national security threat, two days after meeting CEO Dario Amodei at the G7 summit. Asked whether Anthropic or Amodei posed a threat, Trump said, “Well, not now, but a week ago, maybe.” ⚠️...
Goldman Sachs Cuts Gold Target to $4,900 as Rate Cut Bets Cool
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Goldman Sachs just slashed its year-end gold price target by $500. The new number: $4,900. That’s a big move for… Read the original on Goldman Sachs Cuts Gold Target to $4,900 as Rate Cut Bets Cool. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Morocco captain Hakimi booed vs Scotland after court confirms rape trial
Binance News - Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi was booed during his World Cup Group C match against Scotland in Boston, hours after a French appeals court confirmed the Paris Saint-Germain defender will stand trial in a rape case. The Versailles appeals court upheld a February decision by an investigative judge following prosecutors’ recommendations; Hakimi denies wrongdoing and a trial date has not been announced, according to Yahoo Sports.
Sam Altman's growing legend gains new chapter as Amazon shelves biopic over OpenAI ties
Cryptopolitan - Sam Altman has faced boardroom coups, billion-dollar lawsuits, and personal allegations, and now, he can add Hollywood drama to the list after Amazon pulled its nearly finished biopic about him. Observers are viewing Amazon’s action as its way of avoiding the risk of offending a $50 billion business partner. Amazon MGM Studios confirmed on Thursday...
Farage Jet Row Puts £25 Million Harborne-Reform UK Money Link Under Pressure
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Nigel Farage is in trouble. The Reform UK leader faces a formal inquiry into whether he deliberately undervalued a private… Read the original on Farage Jet Row Puts £25 Million Harborne-Reform UK Money Link Under Pressure. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Ex-Ethereum Foundation Lead Warns Core Devs Could Run Short of Funding in 3-9 Months
Bitcoin.com - The Ethereum network could face a slow-burning funding crisis within three to nine months, warned Trent Van Epps, adding that spending cuts and a wound-down incentive program could squeeze the roughly $30 million-a-year effort that keeps Ethereum’s base layer running. A Warning From Inside Trent Van Epps, who for years helped coordinate funding for Ethereum’s […]
Rep. Bryan Steil introduce bill seeking to block congress from prediction market wagers
Cryptopolitan - The bill also seeks to prevent members of the congress on betting on any political outcome they learn about as a result of their job.
WORLD CUP | England injury doubts for Ghana: Rice, Saka and Rashford
Binance News - England have injury concerns ahead of their second World Cup Group L match against Ghana on Tuesday in Boston, with Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford all doubts, according to Yahoo Sports. Rice was replaced with a hamstring issue during England’s 4-2 win over Croatia, while coach Thomas Tuchel said Saka is unlikely to start as England manage his long-standing Achilles problem and Rashford is being monitored after reporting muscle tightness; captain Harry Kane had cramp late against Croatia. England have already lost Tino Livramento to a calf strain, with Trevoh Chalobah called up as his replacement.
Anthropic Pledges Deeper White House Cooperation After Safety Scrutiny of “Mythos” and “Fable” Models
Binance News - Anthropic executives submitted a proposal to U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick pledging deeper cooperation with the White House to address safety risks, after safety concerns triggered regulatory action against the company’s high-performance AI models “Mythos” and “Fable,” according to 36Kr. A person familiar with the matter said on Thursday that remediation talks are ongoing, and Anthropic has committed in discussions to strengthen communication with the Trump administration and respond faster to safety risks going forward.
WORLD CUP | Referee Felix Zwayer suffers cramp late in USA’s 2-0 win over Australia
Binance News - Referee Felix Zwayer pulled up with cramp late in the USA’s 2-0 Group D win over Australia at Lumen Field in Seattle and needed help from USA forward Folarin Balogun and Australia’s Aiden O’Neill to stretch his left leg before receiving an energy gel from fourth official Katia Garcia, according to Yahoo Sports. Zwayer was able to finish the match, which started at noon local time with temperatures around 26 degrees and 45% humidity, as the USA moved to the brink of the knockout stages.
Charles Schwab to enter prediction markets with S&P 500 wagers: WSJ
CoinTelegraph - The offering from the financial services company will reportedly only include yes-or-no bets on whether the S&P 500 closes above or below a target price.
WORLD CUP | US beats Australia 2-0 to reach knockout round as Pulisic sits
Binance News - The United States beat Australia 2-0 at Lumen Field in Seattle to secure a place in the knockout round with one Group D match remaining, despite injured forward Christian Pulisic missing the match with a calf issue, according to Yahoo Sports. Australia’s Cameron Burgess scored an 11th-minute own goal, and Alex Freeman added a header just before halftime that was initially flagged offside but awarded after video review.
Latin American Currencies Edge Higher as Markets Stay in Holding Pattern
Binance News - Most Latin American currencies advanced in a quiet session for global markets amid holidays in the US and parts of Asia. According to Bloomberg, the moves left assets in a holding pattern as traders awaited fresh news out of the Middle East.
Ethereum’s $20M Funding Gap Threatens Core Development as Foundation Reshapes
TheCurrencyAnalytics - A former Ethereum contributor is sounding the alarm. The warning: a $20 million shortfall in core development funding that could… Read the original on Ethereum’s $20M Funding Gap Threatens Core Development as Foundation Reshapes. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
SpaceX Underwriters Plan Investor Call on Potential $20 Billion Bond Sale
Binance News - SpaceX’s IPO underwriters are preparing to hold a call with investors as early as next Monday to discuss a potential bond issuance, according to 36Kr. People familiar with the matter said the bond sale is expected to be at least $20 billion, with proceeds intended to refinance a $20 billion bridge loan that matures in September 2027.
WORLD CUP | Tuchel hints Saka unlikely to start for England vs Ghana
Binance News - England coach Thomas Tuchel suggested Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start Tuesday’s World Cup group match against Ghana after coming on in the 72nd minute of England’s 4-2 opening win over Croatia and setting up Marcus Rashford’s goal. Tuchel said Saka, who has been managed due to an Achilles tendinitis issue, is more likely to be ready to start by the final group game against Panama in New Jersey on 27 June, according to Yahoo Sports.
Nansen CEO: CZ missed chance to own SBF's $100 billion venture portfolio
Cryptopolitan - Nansen’s CEO, Alex Svanevik, has pointed out that Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) would have become one of the most valuable venture portfolios in tech history by now if his company had completed the acquisition of FTX in November 2022. A Forbes analysis released back in May showed that Sam Bankman-Fried’s personal and FTX-linked investments,...
AI | Trump Tells Axios He Doesn’t See Anthropic as US Security Threat
Binance News - US President Donald Trump told Axios he doesn’t view Anthropic PBC as a national-security threat. The comments came days after his administration took steps to cut off foreign access to the tech company’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, according to Bloomberg.
Franklin Templeton new ETFs would convert US companies stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure
CryptoSlate - Franklin Templeton, the $1.78 trillion asset management firm, is attempting to push cryptocurrency deeper into conventional investment portfolios with a new proposal that would automatically redirect stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure. On June 18, the asset manager filed paperwork with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch two exchange-traded funds that would hold […] The post Franklin Templeton new ETFs would convert US companies stock dividends into Bitcoin exposure appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Charles Schwab Planning to Roll Out S&P 500 Prediction Markets With Cboe: WSJ
Decrypt - Global financial institution Charles Schwab is the latest firm hoping to steal a piece of the growing prediction market pie.
WORLD CUP | Alex Freeman’s first World Cup goal stands after video review in US win vs Australia
Binance News - Alex Freeman’s first World Cup goal was allowed after a video review overturned an initial offside flag as the United States took a 2-0 first-half lead over Australia. Freeman headed in a deflected shot from Sergiño Dest, and semi-automated offside technology determined Freeman was onside and the goal stood, according to Yahoo Sports.
ECB’s Escrivá Says Energy Costs Are Spreading to Services, Transport
Binance News - A jump in energy prices is spreading to other parts of the euro-area economy, including services and transport, European Central Bank Governing Council member Jose Luis Escrivá said.
Polymarket analyst dismantles Bloomberg insider trading claims, calls flagged wallet a regular bettor
Cryptopolitan - Pseudonymous analyst Car has written a rebuttal to the Bloomberg report on alleged insider trading that flagged specific wallets and labeled tens of millions in trading volume as suspicious. Car’s thread highlighted what he says are several problems with Bloomberg’s methodology. The analyst stated that the publication overstated winnings and misread on-chain data to build...
Ethereum Foundation Co-Executive Director Hsiao-Wei Wang Resigns, Second Exit in Four Months
Binance News - Hsiao-Wei Wang resigned as co-executive director and board member of the Ethereum Foundation on Thursday, marking the second co-executive director departure in four months. According to NS3.AI, Ethereum Foundation board member Bastian Aue has assumed a larger interim role after overseeing a leadership transition during Wang’s sabbatical. Separately, former Ethereum Foundation coordinator Trent Van Epps estimated the organization faces an annual funding gap of roughly $30 million within a ...
Starbucks Cuts UK, Hong Kong Office Jobs in Restructuring Effort
Binance News - Starbucks Corp. laid off corporate workers in its London and Hong Kong hubs that oversee parts of its international business. In the restructuring, according to Bloomberg, the coffee chain is giving third-party licensees greater latitude to run its stores outside of North America.
Alibaba goes all in on AI, with Joe Tsai calling it a US$50 trillion market
Cryptopolitan - Alibaba Group presented its strongest commitment to artificial intelligence this week. Chairman Joe Tsai said AI could eventually create a US$50 trillion market and that the company plans to invest in every area of the AI industry rather than focusing on just one. Tsai clarified that Alibaba is pursuing a comprehensive AI strategy that encompasses...
Kalshi Eyes IPO at $2 Billion Revenue Mark While Sports Contracts Draw Legal Fire
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Kalshi wants to go public. The prediction market platform has crossed $2 billion in annualized revenue and is now in… Read the original on Kalshi Eyes IPO at $2 Billion Revenue Mark While Sports Contracts Draw Legal Fire. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
WORLD CUP | Pochettino says ‘the feelings are good’ after Pulisic left out vs Australia
Binance News - Christian Pulisic was left out of the United States’ matchday squad for its 2026 World Cup group-stage game against Australia at 20.00 BST, and coach Mauricio Pochettino said the forward trained in the morning and that “the feelings are good,” according to Yahoo Sports. Pulisic withdrew at halftime of the USA’s opening 4-1 win over Paraguay after a knock in training, while Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie remained in the lineup and Sergino Dest and Timothy Weah were also included.
Bill Prohibits Policy Wagers on Prediction Platforms but Does Not Bar Congress Members
Binance News - A bill would prohibit policy wagers on prediction platforms while not specifically barring members of the US Congress from using the platforms or placing sports bets. According to Cointelegraph, the measure does not explicitly restrict lawmakers from participating on these platforms or engaging in sports wagering, but it draws a clear line against bets tied to policy outcomes. The report indicates the bill’s central restriction targets “policy wagers,” distinguishing them from other forms of activity that may occur on prediction markets. While the legislation does not single out Congress members for a blanket ban on platform use, it would still prohibit wagers related to ...
Microsoft Warns of New Malware Stealing Crypto via USB
cryptoDNES - Microsoft identifies a sophisticated crypto clipper spreading through USB devices to steal Bitcoin and Ethereum by hijacking system clipboards. The post Microsoft Warns of New Malware Stealing Crypto via USB appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
WORLD CUP | USA vs. Australia line-ups confirmed; Christian Pulisic ruled out
Binance News - Christian Pulisic has been ruled out of the United States’ 2026 World Cup group-stage match against Australia, with Mauricio Pochettino naming a 4-2-3-1 XI of Freese; Freeman, Ream, Richards, A. Robinson; Adams, McKennie; Dest, Tillman, Balogun; Pepi. Australia will start in a 5-4-1 with Beach; Italiano, Souttar, Burgess, Bos, Circati; Leckie, O’Neill, Okon-Enstler, Velupillay; Toure, with kick-off due at 20.00 BST, according to Yahoo Sports.
Canada Imposes Temporary 10% Tariff on Canned Vegetable Imports
Binance News - Canada imposed a temporary 10% import tax on canned vegetable imports to protect domestic growers and food processors. The Department of Finance announced the measure in a statement Friday, according to Bloomberg,
WORLD CUP | England assistant Anthony Barry to keep doing TV half-time interviews
Binance News - England assistant coach Anthony Barry will continue conducting televised half-time interviews during the World Cup despite his critical assessment of England’s first-half display against Croatia in Dallas, according to Yahoo Sports. England drew 2-2 at the break before Thomas Tuchel’s side won 4-2, and the camp believes having Tuchel or players do the media duties would not be the best use of limited half-time time; Tuchel is understood to welcome Barry’s honesty. Meanwhile, England medics are checking forward Marcus Rashford’s fitness before Tuesday’s match against Ghana after he reported muscle discomfort ...
GPT-5.6 Rumors Heat Up as Users Swear ChatGPT Suddenly Got Smarter
Decrypt - Many AI users are convinced that OpenAI is quietly running GPT-5.6 inside ChatGPT. OpenAI isn't confirming anything.
The Morgan Stanley 0.14% Fee Sets New Floor in Crypto ETF Fee War
99Bitcoins - Morgan Stanley filed spot Ethereum and Solana ETFs at 0.14% with 95% staking passthrough, undercutting BlackRock and Franklin Templeton in the crypto ETF fee war. The post The Morgan Stanley 0.14% Fee Sets New Floor in Crypto ETF Fee War appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Bitcoin OP_RETURN Surge Pushes Network Activity Toward All-Time Highs
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin’s network activity is pushing toward record territory. Not because of a price rally — the market’s been pretty quiet… Read the original on Bitcoin OP_RETURN Surge Pushes Network Activity Toward All-Time Highs. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
AI Won’t Make You a Good Trader, But Here’s How the Pros Use It Anyway
BeInCrypto - Four analysts explain how AI in crypto trading speeds up research but still rewards skilled, data-driven investors. The post AI Won’t Make You a Good Trader, But Here’s How the Pros Use It Anyway appeared first on BeInCrypto.
WORLD CUP | Pulisic out vs Australia with calf injury, Pochettino confirms
Binance News - USMNT forward Christian Pulisic will miss Friday’s World Cup match against Australia because of a calf injury, coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed before kickoff. Ricardo Pepi replaced Pulisic in the starting lineup as the Americans looked to strengthen their position in Group D, according to Yahoo Sports.
Schwab to Join Prediction Markets Race With S&P 500 Event-Based Options: WSJ
Binance News - Charles Schwab is partnering with Cboe Global Markets to launch yes-or-no options contracts tied to the S&P 500, marking Schwab’s first move into prediction markets. The product would work like a binary option, paying a fixed amount or nothing depending on whether the index closes above or below a preset level, according to CoinDesk, citing a Wall Street Journal report. Rollout is expected in the coming months. Schwab and Cboe are also discussing “Plus Zone” contracts with partial payouts and potential expansion to other financial benchmarks, while avoiding politics or sports-linked markets.
Proposed Funds Would Reinvest Stock Dividends Into Bitcoin-Linked Investments
Binance News - Proposed funds would use a dividend reinvestment strategy to direct stock dividends into Bitcoin-linked investments, aiming to build cryptocurrency exposure over time. According to Cointelegraph, the structure would allocate dividends generated from stock holdings into investments tied to Bitcoin rather than distributing those dividends as cash. The approach described centers on gradually increasing Bitcoin-related exposure through ongoing reinvestment, using dividends as the primary source of incremental allocation. Under the proposal, the funds’ strategy would rely on stock dividend flows to accumulate positions in Bitcoin-linked instruments over ...
Bitcoin Eyes $50K Macro Bottom as Q3 Liquidity Grab Looms
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Bitcoin could be heading toward a macro low near $50,000 sometime in Q3. That’s the read from traders watching a… Read the original on Bitcoin Eyes $50K Macro Bottom as Q3 Liquidity Grab Looms. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
'It Was Magic': Evernorth CEO Lifts Curtain on Early Days of Ripple and XRP
U.Today - Evernorth CEO Ashish Birla links XRP's 2013 "coffee shop magic" to the asset's core financial mission ahead of the firm's Nasdaq debut. Evernorth CEO Ashish Birla links XRP's 2013 "coffee shop magic" to the asset's core financial mission ahead of the firm's Nasdaq debut.
ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane Sees Neutral Rate As High As 2.5%
Binance News - European Central Bank Chief Economist Philip Lane said the neutral interest rate could be as high as 2.5%, suggesting the latest rate hike may not yet be restraining the economy, according to 36Kr. Speaking Thursday at an event hosted by Deutsche Bank, Lane said last week’s tightening decision may not have started to curb economic growth. He added that the ECB began last week’s move from a clearly neutral position, and that based on a range of neutral-rate models, the upper end of the neutral-rate range has risen to 2.5% from 2.25%.
Binance Gets Philippine SEC Sandbox Clearance Without a VASP License
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Binance is back in the Philippines. The exchange got cleared to serve Filipino traders through a regulatory sandbox run by… Read the original on Binance Gets Philippine SEC Sandbox Clearance Without a VASP License. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Global Stocks End Strong Week on Cautious Note
Binance News - Global stocks ended a strong week on a cautious note as relief over an interim peace deal between the US and Iran gave way to focus on the challenges of securing a lasting agreement. In an interview, according to Bloomberg, Anneka Treon, global head of private banking, wealth management and investments at ING Investments, discussed her outlook for Europe, client concerns and the broader macro picture.
STOCKS | Google Class C Shares Open at $367 as Analysts Set $550 One-Year Target
Binance News - Google Class C shares opened Friday at $367, with a TradingView analyst consensus setting a one-year maximum target of $550. According to NS3.AI, analysts also cautioned that broader stock market turbulence could pressure GOOG down to $340. The outlook highlights a wide projected trading range for the stock over the next year, with upside targets alongside downside risk tied to overall market conditions.
South Africa Near Hiring Manager for 148-Billion-Rand Property Portfolio
Binance News - South Africa is close to hiring a manager for its 148-billion-rand ($9 billion) property portfolio. In a move tied to plans to establish a state-owned company to house government assets, according to Bloomberg, the country is advancing steps to set up the new entity.
Aspen Disruption Triggers South Africa Contraceptive Shortage
Binance News - A disruption at Aspen Pharmacare Holdings Ltd.’s manufacturing facilities has led to shortages of oral contraceptives across South Africa, according to Bloomberg, citing the health department and a local pharmacy chain.
Bitcoin News: Russia Legalizes BTC for Foreign Trade
99Bitcoins - Russia's crypto law takes effect July 1, 2026, opening a permissioned Bitcoin and stablecoin corridor for foreign trade after $11bn in pilot settlements. The post Bitcoin News: Russia Legalizes BTC for Foreign Trade appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
STOCKS | U.S. Semiconductor Stocks Reach Record 18.8% Weight in S&P 500, Kobeissi Letter Says
Binance News - U.S. semiconductor stocks have risen to about 18.8% of the S&P 500’s total market value, marking a record high, according to data analysis shared by The Kobeissi Letter on X. According to Odaily, the semiconductor sector’s weight has more than tripled since 2022. Over the same period, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index (SOX) has gained about 546%, The Kobeissi Letter said. The analysis also said the sector’s current S&P 500 weighting is now more than half of its peak level during the 2000 internet bubble period. It added that ...
2PointZero PJSC Gets First Buy Rating
Binance News - Abu Dhabi-listed holding company 2PointZero PJSC received its first research “buy” rating on Friday. In a note, according to Bloomberg, the initiation offers rare insight into one of the emirate’s largest listed holding firms, valued at about $21 billion.
AI TRENDS | OpenAI Launches LifeSciBench to Evaluate AI Performance in Real Research Tasks
Binance News - OpenAI has released a new evaluation benchmark, LifeSciBench, designed to measure AI systems’ capabilities in real scientific research settings. According to Odaily, LifeSciBench is built on 750 expert-written tasks spanning seven research workflows and seven biology domains. The tasks were contributed by 173 researchers with PhDs and experience in biotechnology or the pharmaceutical industry. The benchmark focuses on assessing complex research abilities, including evidence integration, experimental design, data analysis, scientific reasoning, and research communication, rather than single fact-based questions. ...
Franklin Templeton Files for Innovative Bitcoin Dividend ETFs
cryptoDNES - Franklin Templeton seeks SEC approval for two new ETFs that use stock dividends to automatically buy Bitcoin, bridging Wall Street and crypto markets. The post Franklin Templeton Files for Innovative Bitcoin Dividend ETFs appeared first on CryptoDnes EN.
Ethereum Whales Continue Accumulating ETH With Large Withdrawals From a Centralized Exchange
Binance News - Ethereum whales continued to increase their holdings on June 19, with two large ETH withdrawals reported within a two-hour window. According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, monitoring data showed that K3 Capital withdrew 10,000 ETH from a CEX (centralized exchange) about two hours earlier. The same monitoring also reported that a wallet linked to Wang Chun, a co-founder of F2Pool, withdrew 7,650 ETH from the same CEX over the past two hours.
AI TRENDS | Amazon Pulls Sam Altman Film "Artificial" From Release Schedule After OpenAI Investment
Binance News - Amazon has removed the nearly completed film "Artificial," which centers on Sam Altman, from its release schedule, months after a $50 billion investment in OpenAI. According to NS3.AI, Creative Artists Agency is now screening the film for potential new distributors following Amazon’s decision. The report did not provide further details on the reasons for the change or any revised release plans.
Franklin Templeton Bets on Bitcoin with Two New Dividend-Reinvesting ETFs
TheCurrencyAnalytics - Franklin Templeton aims to revolutionize how dividends are utilized. The asset management firm has filed an application with the SEC… Read the original on Franklin Templeton Bets on Bitcoin with Two New Dividend-Reinvesting ETFs. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Andrew Tate loses nearly $86,000 longing and shorting Bitcoin
CoinTelegraph - Andrew Tate’s Hyperliquid wallet shows over $803,800 in all-time perps losses after repeated crypto WLFI liquidations.
STOCKS | Intel Shares Jump About 9% After Trump Announces U.S. Chip Design and Manufacturing Plan
Binance News - Intel stock surged about 9% in one day after Trump announced a U.S. chip design and manufacturing plan. According to NS3.AI, KobeissiLetter analysis said the plan could shift U.S. chip capacity toward consumer electronics and defense. The analysis added that such a shift could indirectly tighten supply for ASIC mining rigs by compressing available manufacturing capacity.
Magna Founder Frank Stronach Found Guilty of Sexual Assault, CBC Reports
Binance News - Magna International Inc. founder Frank Stronach was found guilty of one count of sexual assault and one count of indecent assault in a Toronto courtroom Friday. according to Bloomberg, the Canadian Broadcasting Corp. reported the verdict.
AI | UnitedHealth’s $3 Billion AI Push Has Bots Calling Doctors
Binance News - UnitedHealth Group Inc. is spending $3 billion on artificial intelligence, including trials in which AI agents call doctors’ offices to schedule patient appointments. According to Bloomberg, the company is also using AI to read aloud summaries of medical charts for nurses driving to patients’ homes and to analyze millions of customer calls to identify the causes of complaints.
Health App Users Receiving $59,500,000 Payout in Settlement Over Alleged Collecting and Disclosing of Intimate Data
DailyHODL - Three firms have agreed to settle a class action lawsuit filed over accusations that sensitive user data was shared with third-party companies without consent. According to the newly updated settlement administrator portal, the period and ovulation tracker app Flo Health allegedly shared users’ menstruation and/or pregnancy data with third-party firms after incorporating software development kits […] The post Health App Users Receiving $59,500,000 Payout in Settlement Over Alleged Collecting and Disclosing of Intimate Data appeared first on The Daily Hodl.
Signal President Whittaker Warns Big Tech and AI Threaten Privacy
Binance News - Signal President Meredith Whittaker said “three companies” can make decisions that “fundamentally harm our collective cybersecurity,” according to Bloomberg, as she warned that AI and big tech pose a major threat to privacy in an interview with Mishal Husain.
AbbVie Nears Almost $11 Billion Cash Deal for Apogee Therapeutics, FT Reports
Binance News - AbbVie Inc. is nearing a deal to buy Apogee Therapeutics Inc. for almost $11 billion in cash to bolster its anti-inflammatory portfolio, according to a Financial Times report. In the second sentence, according to Bloomberg, the report said the acquisition would expand AbbVie’s anti-inflammatory drug lineup.
MDA Space to Buy Blue Canyon for $620 Million in Defense Push
Binance News - Canada’s MDA Space Ltd. agreed to acquire Blue Canyon Technologies LLC in an all-cash, $620 million deal. According to Bloomberg, the transaction will allow MDA Space to bid for classified work in the US.
U.S. Senators Push CLARITY Act Toward Senate Vote After July 4th Recess
Binance News - U.S. senators are stepping up negotiations to advance the CLARITY Act toward a full Senate vote after the July 4th recess. According to NS3.AI, bipartisan senators are expected to meet this week to discuss provisions that remain in dispute. One of the contested areas involves a clause focused on liability for developers of non-custodial software. Sources cited in the report said the upcoming discussions will center on resolving disagreements over such clauses as lawmakers work to move the bill forward.
eBay Shareholders Reject Proposal to Cut Special Meeting Threshold to 10%
Binance News - eBay shareholders voted down a governance proposal that would have lowered the threshold to call a special shareholder meeting to 10% from 20%, limiting options for GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, who holds nearly 9% of eBay. According to BeInCrypto, preliminary results showed about 210 million shares against Proposal 4 and roughly 157 million in favor, after eBay’s board urged a “no” vote. GameStop proposed acquiring eBay at $125 per share earlier this year, a 46% premium to eBay’s unaffected Feb. 4, 2026 close, valuing eBay at about $56 billion; eBay rejected the offer. Attention has turned to a possible hostile tender offer.
F2Pool Co-Founder Wang Chun-Linked Address Appears to Accumulate ETH and WBTC
Binance News - A wallet linked to F2Pool co-founder Wang Chun appears to be building positions in ETH and WBTC after withdrawing assets from a centralized exchange (CEX). According to BlockBeats On-chain Detection, on June 19, on-chain analyst Ai Yi (@ai_9684xtpa) observed that address 0xF42…f2b51 withdrew 7,650 ETH and 124.18 WBTC from a CEX over the past four hours. The assets have since been deposited into Spark.
Bitcoin taps $63K on Juneteenth as July Fed rate-hike odds near 40%
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin price action avoided volatility but failed to bounce from local lows after a hawkish Fed meeting and posturing over Strait of Hormuz control from Iran.
Arthur Hayes Sells 6,000 ETH at $1,690 After Buying Over the Past Four Days
Binance News - Arthur Hayes sold 6,000 ETH today for around $10.14 million after buying ETH over the past four days. According to NS3.AI, the sale was executed at $1,690 per ETH. The reported sale price was below Hayes’ average purchase price of $1,793.
Lite Strategy Leads $1 Million Strategic Investment in LitVM
Binance News - Lite Strategy, a Nasdaq-listed Litecoin treasury company, said it has led a $1 million strategic investment in LitVM and received governance participation rights and a potential opportunity to subscribe to future tokens. According to Odaily, LitVM is a zero-knowledge Layer 2 scaling network built on Litecoin. Lite Strategy said the new funding will support LitVM’s efforts after its mainnet launch to bring smart contract functionality and a programmable application layer to Litecoin.
Bitcoin News: Bitcoin Network Activity Nears All-Time Highs — But 80% of Transactions Are Worth Less Than $6,000
Binance News - Bitcoin's network is busier than at almost any point in its history — but the transactions driving that activity are not people moving money. Microtransactions below 0.01 BTC now account for approximately 80% of all daily Bitcoin transactions, pushing CryptoQuant's Bitcoin Network Activity Index into positive territory for the first time since 2024, according to a Thursday report by CryptoQuant head of research Julio Moreno. The index is now just 7% below the all-time high recorded in September 2024 — meaning Bitcoin's blockchain is operating near peak capacity in terms of transaction volume, even as price action remains muted and institutional ETF flows have been negative for weeks. ...
Crypto News Today: "The Most Difficult Day in the History of Digital Credit" — Strive's Cole Says STRC Crash Was Leverage, Not Credit
Binance News - Thursday's selloff in digital credit markets was the sharpest the nascent sector has experienced — but Strive Asset Management CEO Matt Cole is drawing a firm distinction between what happened and what it means. "What happened today was a leverage liquidation event, not a deterioration in underlying credit quality," Cole wrote on X, as Strategy's preferred equity STRC fell as low as $82.50 before recovering to $89, and Strive's own SATA dropped below $93 before rebounding to $97. Both products are designed to trade close to their $100 par value. "A liquidation event and a credit event are not the same thing," Cole added. How the selloff happened: carry trade meets margin call ...
WORLD CUP | Liverpool’s Victor Munoz suffers injury with Spain at 2026 World Cup
Binance News - New Liverpool signing Victor Munoz has suffered a muscle injury while with Spain at the 2026 World Cup, putting his tournament involvement in doubt. The Spanish FA said an additional muscle injury occurred during his individualized recovery process and will delay his return to competition, with no return date confirmed, according to Yahoo Sports.
STOCKS | Microsoft Stock Could Top $600 in 2028, Traders Union Says
Binance News - Traders Union said Microsoft stock could breach $600 in 2028. According to NS3.AI, Tigress Financial analyst Ivan Feinseth also projected the stock could reach $680, citing a note to clients in May. The two forecasts present separate price targets for Microsoft shares, with Traders Union focusing on a $600 level in 2028 and Feinseth outlining a higher $680 target in his client communication.
X’s Nikita Bier Targets Meta Staff With Public Hiring Pitch
Binance News - X head of product Nikita Bier publicly pitched Meta employees this week to apply for open roles, promising to match or beat any corporate snack budget Meta offers. According to BeInCrypto, Meta CTO Andrew Bosworth told an internal call morale is near its worst ever after May 2026 layoffs cut 8,000 jobs and roughly 7,000 workers were moved into AI units with little say. Bier said X is hiring web and data engineers and data scientists, aiming the message at “neglected” workers. BeInCrypto also cited Polymarket showing 2026 tech layoff odds at 67%.
Iran Says Switzerland Meeting Scheduled for Friday Has Been Postponed
Binance News - Iran’s Foreign Ministry said a Switzerland meeting originally scheduled for Friday has been postponed. According to Odaily, the ministry said plans are being made to hold the meeting in the coming days.
Europe Gas Storage Economics Stay Weak Despite US-Iran Peace Accord
Binance News - European natural gas prices have mostly fallen since a US-Iran peace accord started to take shape this week, but the drop has done little to improve the economics of storing fuel for winter. In the second sentence, according to Bloomberg, analysts still expect a tight market, limiting any reprieve for Europe’s gas storage outlook.
Ethereum Sellers Grip Coinbase Premium Index While Bitcoin Eyes $60K Floor
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Prediction Market Platform Explores Public Listing After Surpassing $2 Billion in Annualized Revenue
Binance News - A prediction market platform is reportedly exploring a public listing after surpassing $2 billion in annualized revenue, as its sports-related contracts face mounting legal scrutiny. According to Cointelegraph, the company’s consideration of going public comes alongside growing attention from regulators and legal observers focused on the legality of certain sports contracts offered on prediction market platforms. The report frames the potential listing as a significant corporate step occurring at a time when the platform’s business performance is being weighed against an increasingly complex legal environment. While the platform’s revenue milestone underscores strong demand for its products, the scrutiny surrounding sports contracts highlights the regulatory ...
Lawyers Say MiCA Does Not Bar ECB From Contacting National Regulators During Licensing
Binance News - Lawyers say the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) does not prevent the European Central Bank (ECB) from communicating with national regulators while crypto firms’ license applications are being processed. According to Cointelegraph, the lawyers emphasized that while the ECB may engage with member-state authorities during the application process, the ultimate decisions on crypto licensing remain with national regulators in each member state. The report highlights a distinction between communication and decision-making authority under MiCA. The lawyers’ view is that the framework does not ...
Hormuz Reopens Toll-Free: What the 60-Day Window Means for Crypto
Cryptopolitan - The uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz has been one of the most contentious issues that crypto and risk assets more broadly have had to deal with since the US-Iran war began on February 28. Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority issued a notice that comes into effect from today on reopening the Strait of Hormuz...
Binance’s MiCA fight raises questions over ECB influence
CoinTelegraph - Lawyers say MiCA rules do not bar the European Central Bank from communicating with national regulators during the application process, though crypto licensing decisions remain with member states.