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Saylor hints at more BTC buys; BlackRock's ETF gains traction; Japan pension fund allocates 1% to crypto.
Why the options boom is changing what investors actually buy
CryptoSlate - Bitcoin dropped below $60,000 by mid-June after a punishing start to the month, but the figure drawing the most attention across trading desks is the June 26 Bitcoin options expiry, with over $10 billion of contracts set to expire and roughly 80% currently sitting out of the money. In equity markets, zero-days-to-expiry options now make […] The post Why the options boom is changing what investors actually buy appeared first on CryptoSlate.
Despite STRC Mayhem, Saylor Hints at Another BTC Purchase
U.Today - On Sunday, the executive chairman hinted at another major Bitcoin acquisition by posting a tracker chart of the company's holdings. On Sunday, the executive chairman hinted at another major Bitcoin acquisition by posting a tracker chart of the company's holdings.
BlackRock's BITA Bitcoin ETF trades upside for steady monthly income
CoinPaprika - BlackRock launched the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, ticker BITA, which began trading on 17 June 2026. The fund sells call options on part of its Bitcoin holdings to pay monthly income.
Michael Saylor Teases Next Bitcoin Buy After Urging Community Unity
BeInCrypto - Michael Saylor teased Strategy's next Bitcoin buy with a tracker post, days after the firm sold Bitcoin to fund dividends. The post Michael Saylor Teases Next Bitcoin Buy After Urging Community Unity appeared first on BeInCrypto.
Bitcoin price may hit $24K if US stock market crashes by 50%, analyst warns
CoinTelegraph - Bitcoin’s drop to $23,980 remains the worst-case scenario as weaker ETF flows and low US demand show big investors are still cautious.
Bitcoin ETFs in Red for 6 Weeks in a Row Amid Major Filings From Franklin Templeton
CryptoPotato - Franklin's filings envision more BTC ETFs buying through dividend payments from US stocks.
Saylor’s ‘More Dots’ Post Hints at New Buy as Strategy’s Bitcoin Pile Nears 847K BTC
Bitcoin.com - Michael Saylor’s latest orange-dot chart sparked fresh speculation that Strategy may have acquired additional bitcoin, drawing attention to the company’s massive 846,842 BTC treasury. Strategy’s Expansive Bitcoin Holdings Draw Renewed Attention Following Release of New Chart On June 21, Strategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor shared his signature orange-dot chart on X, a graphic that has […]
AI 'Amplification Spiral' May Be Causing Delusions Among Users, Study Suggests
Decrypt - New research outlines how chatbot behaviors, including personalization, mirroring, and excessive agreement, reinforce delusions.
America Flexes While Crypto KOLs Sniff out a Bottom — Week in Review
Bitcoin.com - This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week with a comment on each story. This week, Bitcoin edged closer to the $60,000 […]
WhiteBit secures rare MiCAR license from Austria's strict FMA
Cryptopolitan - WhiteBit secured a MiCAR license form the Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA), just ahead of the July 1 deadline that may force other crypto service providers out of the Euro Area.
Dash eyes Philippines as market for crypto payments
CoinTelegraph - Dash is assessing the Philippines for a crypto payments push as regulators promote easier business registration, though industry participants say compliant market entry can still take years.
Japan pension fund to allocate 1% of assets to crypto
Cryptopolitan - The National Business Enterprise Pension Fund, a Japan-based fund covering 1,200 small- and mid-sized companies, plans to allocate about 1% of its assets to crypto starting in FY2026.
STOCKS | Serenity Says Market Misunderstands Sivers Semiconductors’ Role in Optical Interconnects
Binance News - Serenity, known as the “white-haired stock guru,” posted a renewed commentary on Sivers Semiconductors (SIVE), saying the market still misunderstands the company. According to Odaily, Serenity said SIVE is not only serving the expansion of co-packaged optics (CPO), but is a core laser supplier in next-generation optical interconnect architectures. Serenity said SIVE’s coverage includes multiple next-generation optical communications architectures, including pluggable, scale-out CPO, scale-up CPO, ...
STOCKS | Basic Semiconductor Uploads HKEX Listing Hearing Documents
Binance News - Basic Semiconductor, a silicon carbide power device developer and manufacturer, has uploaded documents showing it has passed its listing hearing on Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing’s website, according to Ming Pao, signaling it may soon launch its IPO bookbuilding. Guojin Securities and BOC International Securities are joint sponsors.
Latam Insights: Inside Argentina’s Tax Relief for Exchanges and El Salvador’s Growing Bitcoin Stack
Bitcoin.com - Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, Argentina issues tax exemptions to VASPs, Cuba approves reforms to open its economy, and El Salvador keeps adding bitcoin. President Milei Exempts Registered Crypto Exchanges From Argentina’s ‘Cheque Tax’ President Javier Milei has […]
Qatar Forms Technical Teams to Discuss Terms of Final U.S.-Iran Agreement
Binance News - Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson said technical and expert teams have been formed to discuss the terms of a final agreement between the United States and Iran. According to Odaily, a follow-up team has also been established to implement a memorandum of understanding until a final agreement is reached.
Lubin Hails Vitalik Buterin as Ethereum's Most Important Steward Amid Sci-Fi Novel Commotion
U.Today - Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin has stepped forward to fiercely defend Vitalik Buterin’s unexpected pivot to writing a science-fiction novel. Consensys CEO Joseph Lubin has stepped forward to fiercely defend Vitalik Buterin’s unexpected pivot to writing a science-fiction novel.
STOCKS | UBTECH Robotics Appoints Trustee for H-Share Incentive Plan, Eyes Up to HK$500M Buys
Binance News - UBTECH Robotics (6600) said it has appointed a trustee to manage its H-share incentive plan and will from time to time buy H shares in the market for future awards under the plan rules. According to Ming Pao, the company currently expects to make further share purchases with total consideration of no more than HK$500 million.
WORLD CUP | Egypt coach Hassan denies rift with Salah after 76th-minute substitution
Binance News - Egypt coach Hossam Hassan dismissed reports of a rift with Mohamed Salah after substituting the captain in the 76th minute of Egypt’s World Cup opener against Belgium, according to Yahoo Sports. Salah assisted Emam Ashour before being replaced by teenager Hamza Abdelkarim of Barcelona as Egypt drew 1-1, and Hassan said the decision was made for the benefit of the team ahead of Sunday’s Group G match against New Zealand at BC Place. After New Zealand and Iran drew 2-2, all four teams in the group have one point.
XRP Quietly Prepares for Next Era With Five New Building Blocks Added
U.Today - XRP Ledger Infrastructure Push Is Accelerating; XRPL Foundation director of community outlines five key developments. XRP Ledger Infrastructure Push Is Accelerating; XRPL Foundation director of community outlines five key developments.
Netherlands’ Odds to Finish First in World Cup Group F Rise to 76% on predict.fun
Binance News - The probability of the Netherlands finishing first in World Cup Group F on predict.fun rose to 76%, up 32 percentage points over the past 24 hours. According to Odaily, Japan’s probability of finishing first in Group F was reported at 22%. On the same day, the second round of Group F matches was played, with the Netherlands defeating Sweden 5-1 and Japan beating Tunisia 4-0, eliminating Tunisia.
Iran’s President Says $6 Billion in Frozen Funds Held by Qatar Will Be Returned
Binance News - Iran’s president said $6 billion in frozen funds currently held by Qatar will be returned as part of a preliminary agreement to end the war with the United States. According to Odaily, the information was reported by Al Jazeera.
AI is making crypto security cheaper, faster and harder to ignore
Binance News - AI-powered security tools such as Mythos could push the cost of basic smart contract audits toward zero and shift what the crypto industry considers reasonable due diligence before deploying code, researchers said. According to CoinDesk, ENS Labs CISO Alexander Urbelis said work that once took weeks could eventually be done in minutes, while SVRN COO David Schwed said the bigger change may be continuous auditing with suggested fixes at a fraction of the cost. Both warned AI will not replace human auditors and may miss incentive-driven risks and non-code attacks such as social engineering and key compromises.
Iran Says No Ships Have Passed Through the Strait of Hormuz Since June 20 Closure Announcement
Binance News - Maritime navigation data show no vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz since Iran’s military announced the waterway’s closure on June 20, with traffic falling to zero. According to Odaily, Iran’s Tasnim News Agency reported that the strategic passage is currently blocked and under Iranian control, contradicting statements by the U.S. military.
WORLD CUP | Jeremy Doku ruled out of Belgium vs Iran with respiratory infection
Binance News - Jeremy Doku has been ruled out of Belgium’s FIFA World Cup Group G match against Iran because of a respiratory infection, according to Yahoo Sports. The Manchester City winger started Belgium’s opener against Egypt and played until the 86th minute of a 1-1 draw, but later left training early with breathing issues. Belgium face Iran on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in the Los Angeles area.
Liquid Says It Will Continue Serving European Users After July 1
Binance News - Crypto trading platform Liquid said it will continue providing normal services to users in Europe after July 1. According to Foresight News, Liquid made the statement in a post on X.
Japanese corporate pension fund plans 1% crypto allocation: Nikkei
CoinTelegraph - A Japanese corporate pension fund with about 1,200 participating small and medium-sized businesses plans to allocate roughly 1% of its assets to crypto.
75% of BlackRock IBIT ETF Buyers Were TradFi Virgins: Now They’re Buying SPX Funds
99Bitcoins - BlackRock reveals 75% of IBIT investors had never owned an ETF before — and many are now buying S&P 500 and gold funds through BlackRock's ecosystem. The post 75% of BlackRock IBIT ETF Buyers Were TradFi Virgins: Now They’re Buying SPX Funds appeared first on 99Bitcoins.
Microsoft Warns of New USB-Based Malware Targeting Crypto Users
Bitcoin.com - Microsoft has alerted about a malware that spreads through flash drives that use Windows shortcut files to infect devices. The so-called “clipper” malware searches for crypto addresses in the clipboard and substitutes them with other addresses controlled by attackers. Microsoft Alerts About Windows Malware That Changes Cryptocurrency Addresses The team behind Microsoft Defender, Windows’ embedded […]
BlackRock’s IBIT ETF Attracts Bitcoin Users Without Raising Suspicions
TheCurrencyAnalytics - BlackRock has successfully drawn Bitcoin users to Wall Street through its ETF, IBIT, without arousing suspicion. The financial giant has… Read the original on BlackRock’s IBIT ETF Attracts Bitcoin Users Without Raising Suspicions. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
'Crypto Mom' Hester Peirce Announces Exit From SEC
U.Today - Speaking on the "Rollup" podcast, Peirce announced she will be "moving to the beach" and joining the Regent University School of Law as an associate professor after nearly three decades in Washington, D.C. Speaking on the "Rollup" podcast, Peirce announced she will be "moving to the beach" and joining the Regent University School of Law as an associate professor after nearly three decades in Washington, D.C.
STOCKS | Citrini Researcher Says Citi’s Micron Pricing Assumptions Are Too Conservative
Binance News - A Citrini researcher said Citibank’s earnings preview report may be using overly conservative assumptions for Micron Technology’s product pricing, suggesting the company could exceed expectations this quarter if market consensus aligns with those assumptions. According to Odaily, Citrini researcher Jukan wrote on X that after reading Citi’s preview report, he believes the institution’s assumptions on Micron’s product unit prices are too cautious. The report also cited data showing Micron (MU) shares were recently quoted at ...
WORLD CUP | Bukayo Saka misses England training
Binance News - Bukayo Saka missed England group training on Saturday and worked indoors on an individual programme as he manages an Achilles problem, making him unlikely to start against Ghana this week. The Arsenal winger is still expected to be available for Tuesday’s match in Boston, with Noni Madueke likely to keep his starting place, according to Yahoo Sports.
STOCKS | Trader Chuanmu Says SK Hynix Has 50% Upside to 3.9 Million Won Valuation
Binance News - A well-known stock trader, Chuanmu, said in a post on X that SK Hynix is trading around 2.76 million won and has about 50% room to reach a revalued market valuation of 3.9 million won. According to Odaily, Chuanmu said he expects the market’s revaluation gains to be captured within 45 days by those holding SK Hynix, and claimed the revaluation would be completed on the day its U.S. ADR is listed. He also said institutions would limit profit opportunities for retail investors, comparing it to how IPOs are handled. ...
Crypto Community Discusses Weekend Stability and Modest Gains
TheCurrencyAnalytics - This weekend the crypto community is focused on quiet resilience rather than explosive moves. On Twitter and Telegram channels, traders… Read the original on Crypto Community Discusses Weekend Stability and Modest Gains. For more crypto news and analysis, visit TheCurrencyAnalytics.com.
Lark Davis Says Bitcoin’s Puell Multiple Signals Market Near Cycle Bottom
Binance News - Crypto analyst Lark Davis said Bitcoin’s Puell Multiple reading suggests the market is near, or already in, the bottom zone of the current cycle. According to ChainCatcher, the Puell Multiple measures miner profitability by comparing miners’ daily revenue with its 365-day average. Davis said that when miner income stays depressed and miners are forced to sell BTC to cover operating costs, it has historically aligned with cycle lows. He added that while the indicator has not yet reached its green oversold zone, signs of miner stress have emerged, which he said has often marked the start of the final phase of a bear market. ...
LAB Nears Top 20 Alts After 25% Surge, BTC Price Taps $64K: Weekend Watch
CryptoPotato - AERO has entered the top 100 alts after a 50% weekly increase.
WORLD CUP | Raphinha suffers hamstring injury as Brazil announce intensive treatment plan
Binance News - Brazil winger Raphinha has a muscle injury to the back of his right thigh and will begin an intensive treatment program under the national team’s medical staff, according to Yahoo Sports. The 29-year-old was forced off near the 40th minute of Brazil’s 3-0 Group C win over Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and later underwent scans in New Jersey; Brazil said he has not been ruled out of the tournament, but he is expected to miss the final group match against Scotland on 24 June.
Goldman Sachs Cuts End-2026 Gold Forecast by $500 to $4,900 an Ounce
Binance News - Goldman Sachs has lowered its end-2026 gold price forecast by $500 per ounce, citing its view that the US Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates again this year, according to 36Kr. The bank’s analysts cut their December gold target to $4,900 per ounce, indicating gold prices could still rise in the second half of this year but by less than previously expected.
GEOPOLITICS | Three India-Linked Supertankers Reemerge, Signaling Hormuz Traffic Uptick
Binance News - Three fully laden India-linked supertankers have re-emerged in the Gulf of Oman, adding to increased observed bi-directional traffic across the northern and southern routes of the Strait of Hormuz. In the latest sign of shifting shipping patterns, according to Bloomberg, conflicting narratives persist over the status of transits through the waterway.
GEOPOLITICS | India Seeks US Tariff Edge Over Rivals Ahead of Trade Pact
Binance News - India is seeking a competitive advantage over rival nations before rolling out a much-delayed trade agreement with the US after both countries agreed on an initial framework. In the meantime, according to Bloomberg, India is aiming to secure a tariff edge over competitors.
World Cup Day Ten: Undav the Hero as Germany Survive Ivory Coast Scare, Netherlands Rout Sweden and Room Stops Everything
Binance News - Saturday's action at the 2026 World Cup delivered drama in equal measure to quality, as Deniz Undav rescued Germany with a stunning injury-time winner, the Netherlands swept aside Sweden in a Premier League showcase, and Curaçao goalkeeper Eloy Room produced one of the great individual performances in World Cup history to hold Ecuador to a goalless draw. Japan, meanwhile, were ruthlessly efficient in eliminating Tunisia, and Paraguay clung on heroically with ten men to send Turkey out of the tournament.The story of the day — and perhaps of the tournament so far — belonged to Room. The 37-year-old Miami FC goalkeeper single-handedly kept Curaçao in the match against Ecuador in Philadelphia, making a record-equalling 15 saves to deny the South Americans in ...
U.S., Iran, and Pakistan Begin Bilateral and Trilateral Contacts, Iranian Side Says
Binance News - The United States, Iran, and Pakistan have begun bilateral and trilateral contacts, Saudi media Al Hadath and Al Arabiya reported. According to Odaily, the Iranian side said the first round of formal negotiation talks will be held at 11:30 GMT, which corresponds to 19:30 (UTC+8).
OSL Group Secures Australian Financial Services Licence From ASIC
CoinPaprika - OSL Group's Australian entity has received an Australian Financial Services Licence from the regulator ASIC. The licence authorises payment, custody, and over-the-counter services for wholesale clients, supporting institutional stablecoin and payment settlement infrastructure.
Scaramucci: 5 Reasons Why I'm Still Long BTC
U.Today - SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci remains a steadfast Bitcoin bull despite the flagship cryptocurrency's brutal recent correction. SkyBridge Capital founder Anthony Scaramucci remains a steadfast Bitcoin bull despite the flagship cryptocurrency's brutal recent correction.
Japan’s National Commercial Enterprise Pension Fund Plans Crypto Allocation Starting in Fiscal 2026
Binance News - Japan’s National Commercial Enterprise Pension Fund plans to begin investing in cryptocurrencies in fiscal 2026, with crypto expected to make up about 1% of its total assets.According to Odaily, the fund manages about 21.3 billion yen and covers around 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises.The planned allocation would introduce cryptocurrencies into the fund’s investment portfolio beginning in fiscal 2026.
Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley Says Crypto Is Shifting From Hype to Proven Value
Binance News - Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley said the cryptocurrency industry is undergoing a transition in which fewer projects are likely to emerge as long-term winners, with success increasingly tied to demonstrated value and execution.According to Foresight News, Horsley wrote on X that the crypto market’s current shift resembles the internet era of the 1990s and early 2000s.He said that during the 1990s, when the internet was still new, many ideas appeared viable and hundreds of companies received valuations of $500 million to $1 billion based largely on perceived future potential. Horsley added that this optimism broke down in the early 2000s, when markets became less willing to support large numbers of companies based on narrative alone.He said that, in that period, a smaller group ...
Grayscale Research Head Zach Pandl Says Ethereum Foundation Restructuring Is Positive Long Term
Binance News - Grayscale research head Zach Pandl said the Ethereum Foundation’s ongoing organizational restructuring could be beneficial for Ethereum over the long term amid community questions and rumors of a potential funding crunch. According to ChainCatcher, Pandl wrote on X that the changes may shift more development work to commercial organizations, reducing the foundation’s direct development burden and potentially improving overall ecosystem efficiency. He also said the restructuring could help preserve Ethereum’s core principles as digital-currency infrastructure. Pandl argued that a foundation with clearer ...
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...
Thailand Police Seize 315 Crypto Mining Machines in Raids Across Five Northeastern Provinces
Binance News - Thai police and relevant agencies conducted a joint operation across five northeastern provinces, raiding 14 locations and seizing 315 cryptocurrency mining machines. According to Foresight News, the Bangkok Post reported that the suspects allegedly used illegal electricity connections and tampered with power meters to run the mining equipment. Authorities estimated total electricity-related losses at about 40.38 million baht, including 5.38 million baht in penalties for electricity violations and ...
AI TRENDS | Ben Goertzel Says Core AGI Code Should Be Open Source and Deployed on Decentralized Networks
Binance News - Ben Goertzel said core artificial general intelligence (AGI) code should be free, open source, and deployed on a decentralized network. According to NS3.AI, Goertzel said SingularityNET generates revenue through tokenomics. He also said SingularityNET plans to introduce a paid tier sometime next year.
Anthropic CEO Says AI Firms Need ‘Hundreds of Billions’ in Revenue to Survive
Binance News - Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said artificial intelligence companies will need “hundreds of billions of dollars” in revenue, or they could face existential risks, according to 36Kr.
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 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.
Brad Garlinghouse: Jamie Dimon Opposed the Clarity Act to Protect JPMorgan’s Payments Business
Binance News - Brad Garlinghouse said JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon opposed the Clarity Act to protect the bank’s payments business. According to NS3.AI, Garlinghouse said that business generates $20 billion in revenue and more than $5 billion in profit. Garlinghouse also disputed Dimon’s stated compliance rationale for opposing the legislation, saying the claim was either an intentional misrepresentation or highly negligent.
U.S. Vice President Vance Arrives in Switzerland to Lead Nuclear Talks With Tehran
Binance News - U.S. Vice President Vance has arrived in Switzerland to lead U.S. negotiations with Tehran over its nuclear program. According to Odaily, the Associated Press reported the development.
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 growth of goods and services faster than the money supply, direct payments would not cause inflation, and ...
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 ...
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.South Korea’s current plan is to begin taxing virtual asset income starting January 1 next year, applying a combined 22% tax rate on income exceeding 2.5 million won.The report said the government and the ruling party ...
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 explicitly reached U.S. users.In addition, the WSJ ...
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.