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Free SEI tokens via OKX X-Drops: €44.000 will be distributed in 3 days
OKX launches X-Drops campaign for SEI token. Hold €500+ in crypto and win up to €44,000. Only available for 3 days.
Stablecoin market shrinks by $7.7 billion in June, biggest drop in four years
The stablecoin market lost $7.7 billion in June, the largest monthly decline since the Terra-Luna crash in 2022.
RWA tokens lead the crypto market in July 2026
RWA tokens performed best in July 2026 with a median return of +10.7%. DeFi and L2 follow, while DePIN and GameFi are in the red.
NVIDIA stock forms inverse head and shoulders with target $230
Analyst @alicharts sees an inverse head and shoulders pattern on the NVDA chart. A close above $212.50 opens the way to $230.
Circle buys nearly 1,000 IBM blockchain patents
Circle acquires a large part of IBM's blockchain patent portfolio, accounting for nearly 1,000 patents worldwide.
Yen falls to 40-year low: BOJ expects rate hike
The Japanese yen falls to a 40-year low. The Bank of Japan keeps interest rates at 1%, but signals possible further increases later this year.
Bitcoin demand still too weak for sustainable recovery
Analyst warns: the combined spot and futures demand for Bitcoin stands at -127,000 BTC, too weak for a sustainable trend reversal.
BitMine expands Ethereum holdings to 5.79 million ETH
BitMine now owns 5.79 million ETH, has 85% staked and starts a share buyback program.
Ethereum price breaks out of bull flag: mega breakout on the way?
The Ethereum price rises 4.6% to $1,960 and breaks out of a bull flag. Analyst MikybullCrypto sees a major breakout coming on the ETH/BTC chart.
CZ Warns of Hidden Risks in Acquisition of Crypto Exchanges
Binance founder CZ states that taking over smaller crypto exchanges is much more complex than other companies, due to security risks after an acquisition.
North Korean hackers target crypto users via fake Zoom meetings
The North Korean hacker group BlueNoroff uses fake Zoom and Teams meetings to attack crypto professionals and install malware.
Uniswap launches Permissioned Pools for regulated assets
Uniswap introduces Permissioned Pools on v4, enabling regulated assets such as tokenised securities to trade via AMMs with on-chain compliance.
Crypto exchange BitMart closes its doors: important dates
BitMart announces the orderly closure of its trading platform.
Bollinger Bands Explained: When Is a Touch a Signal?
Trader crypto_birb explains how ADX distinguishes between trending and non-trending markets using Bollinger Bands.
Crypto market capitalisation hovers around crucial moving average
The total crypto market capitalization barely moves and hovers around the weekly 200 moving average.
Gen Z dominates stock trading via stablecoin on Binance
Gen Z is the largest user group for stablecoin-based equity products on Binance, accounting for 44% of users and $80 billion in trading volume.
Elon Musk's Boring Company Aims for $20 Billion Valuation
The Boring Company seeks $4 billion in investments and aims for a valuation of $20 billion, nearly four times higher than in 2022.
Crypto Payment Service Triple-A Hacked: $9.7 Million Siphoned Off
Crypto payment service Triple-A is the target of an active exploit. More than $9.7 million has been siphoned off via TRON, Ethereum, Polygon, and Arbitrum.
How Tether profited from the first American crypto law
Bloomberg reveals how Trump insiders shaped the GENIUS Act in favour of Tether, with a key role for Bo Hines, who later joined Tether.
Former largest Bitcoin mining pool Poolin files for bankruptcy
Poolin, once the world's largest Bitcoin mining pool, files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with debts of over $173 million.
Google shares drop 7.9% after substantial increase in AI investment plan
Google raises its capital expenditure to $205 billion for the full year, after which the GOOGL share falls 7.9% in seven days.
Bitcoin ETF flows negative with $225 million outflow
US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw an outflow of $225 million on July 23, while Ethereum ETFs attracted $26 million.
Bitcoin price ping-pongs between $65.000 and $66.000
The Bitcoin price is moving between $65,000 and $66,000 and is encountering resistance at a key technical level. What does this mean for bulls and bears?
Oldest Bitcoin Holders on the Move as Price Tests $65.000
On-chain data shows notable movement from Bitcoin holders with wallets 5 to 10 years old. What does this mean for the price around $65,000?
Kazakhstan introduces rules for strategic Bitcoin mining
Kazakhstan approves rules for strategic digital mining. Miners receive power benefits but must contribute part of their crypto to a state reserve.
Grayscale: Bitcoin bear market could last until September or October
Grayscale warns that the Bitcoin bear market could last for months, but also sees opportunities if the US economy remains strong.
Japan may launch first Bitcoin ETF in 2028
Japan is preparing for the launch of a Bitcoin ETF in 2028. Major asset managers are already considering entering the market.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF flows positive as BlackRock attracts most money
On July 23, $68.99 million flowed into US spot Bitcoin ETFs and $72.64 million into Ethereum ETFs. BlackRock dominates both markets.
BitMEX to permanently close doors on 23 September 2026
BitMEX, the crypto exchange founded by Arthur Hayes, will permanently close on 23 September 2026. New registrations have already been stopped.
Bitcoin could replace gold as harder money
Lawrence Lepard sees Bitcoin as a superior alternative to gold. With a market capitalisation of only 4% of gold, he sees enormous growth potential.
Ethereum MVRV Signal Points to Possible Recovery
A bullish crossover on the Ethereum MVRV indicator is approaching. Historically, this signal preceded major price recovery periods for ETH.
Bitcoin price drops as institutional demand virtually disappears
Bitcoin is at $65,900 while ETF flows are $2.1 billion negative and Strategy and treasury companies are barely buying anymore.
FATF report: effective AML controls required in crypto sector
FATF states that AML controls in crypto should be effective, not merely present.
Critical vulnerability in Zilliqa Ledger app exposes private keys
Zilliqa reveals a critical flaw in the Ledger app that makes private keys derivable from public data. Native transactions have been suspended.
Is Bitcoin Really Broken or Just Waiting?
Analyst Lawrence Lepard compares the current Bitcoin consolidation with the 2020 breakout.
Movement Labs files for bankruptcy after failure of $141 million
Movement Labs files for bankruptcy. The blockchain project raised $141 million but generates almost no revenue.
Telegram integrates non-custodial Gram wallet for more than a billion users
Telegram will get a native non-custodial Gram wallet for free crypto transactions this summer.
Malaysia Revokes License of Network School of Former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan
Malaysia's state of Johor revokes the business licence of Network School, founded by former Coinbase CTO Balaji Srinivasan.
Robinhood Chain raises $700 million in onchain assets in three weeks
Robinhood Chain reaches $700 million in onchain assets just three weeks after launch, including $430 million in stablecoins and $500 million in DeFi.
Polymarket reports nearly 100 suspicious wallets to police
Polymarket refers nearly 100 suspicious wallets to law enforcement after $200 million in flagged trades in the first half of 2026.
ENS DAO approves new Security Council for two years
ENS DAO approves a new Security Council with eight members and veto power to stop malicious proposals before they are executed.
Russia votes on new crypto legislation on 21 July
The Russian State Duma will discuss a crypto law in its second and third readings on 21 July.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong: My Posts Are Not Investment Advice
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong responds to criticism about his X account and explains that his posts, profile pictures and memes are not investment signals.
Circle president sells $30.8 million in shares since 2025
Circle president Heath Tarbert has sold CRCL shares ten times since June 2025 for a total amount of over $30.7 million.
Hyperliquid launches HIP-4 outcome markets with permissionless deployment
Hyperliquid announces HIP-4 Outcome Markets with permissionless deployment. Deployers must stake 500,000 HYPE and can receive up to 50% fee share.
Fuel Prices Rise Sharply as Oil Prices Surge 30%
Brent crude oil rises 30% in two weeks, while fuel prices rise quickly due to the 'rockets and feathers' effect.
Binance and Bybit see $2.3 billion stablecoin outflow as Bitcoin stagnates
Binance and Bybit together lose $2.3 billion in stablecoin reserves as Bitcoin consolidates around $60,000.
Malicious Solidity Extension Abuses Ethereum Smart Contract as Backdoor
A malicious extension in the TRAE IDE marketplace used an Ethereum smart contract as a hidden command and control channel. SlowMist reports.
Allbridge Core hacked for $1.65 million via Solana exploit
Allbridge Core pauses the protocol after a security incident in which attackers steal $1.65 million via a flash loan attack on Solana.
USDT Risks Disappearing from US Exchanges in 2028
Tether's USDT risks being banned from American exchanges by 2028 if the company does not comply with the requirements of the GENIUS Act.
USDC dominance rises as Bitcoin encounters resistance
Analyst rektcapital sees an inverse correlation between USDC dominance and the Bitcoin price. What does this mean for the market?
Bitcoin Could Rise, Altcoins Show Strong Signs
Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees bullish divergences in altcoins and Bitcoin. The price stands at $64,500. Should you already accumulate?
Pepe Price Ready for Rise After Strong Technical Setup
Analyst DaanCrypto sees a promising setup for Pepe: the price finds support at the 4H 200MA and 200EMA after a deviation above an important level.
Ethereum Breaches $1.850: Rally Towards $2.000 in Sight
The Ethereum price is at $1,867 after reclaiming the $1,850 level. Analyst TedPillows sees a rally towards $2,000 if ETH holds this level.
France blocks access to Polymarket due to illegal gambling
France blocks Polymarket for offering illegal gambling services.
Galaxy secures $75 million naming rights for Texas Tech stadium
Galaxy closes a $75 million deal for the naming rights of the Texas Tech football stadium.
FTX pays out $900 million to creditors on 31 July
FTX announces a fifth payout of approximately $900 million to creditors on 31 July 2026. Find out who is eligible and how the payment will proceed.
SBI Holdings acquires majority stake in Singapore crypto platform Coinhako
Japanese financial group SBI Holdings acquires a majority stake in Coinhako, one of the largest crypto platforms in Singapore.
Argentine judge freezes 25 crypto accounts in LIBRA investigation
An Argentine judge freezes 25 crypto accounts in the LIBRA investigation and demands KYC data from Binance, Bybit, OKX and other exchanges.
Binance adds Aerodrome (AERO) to spot market with Seed Tag
Binance launches AERO/USDT, AERO/USDC, and AERO/TRY spot trading on 17 July 2026. Aerodrome is the central liquidity platform on the Base network.
Ethereum price drops but Michaël van de Poppe sees no reason for concern
Ethereum is at $1,800 and down 3.4% in 24 hours. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees the dip as healthy and points to a target zone around $2,460.
Hyperliquid price drops 9% after large HYPE sale by a16z wallet
A wallet linked to a16z sells 105,400 HYPE worth $6.5 million. The Hyperliquid price drops nearly 10% in 24 hours.
Bybit officially launches local platform in Indonesia
Bybit launches Bybit Indonesia under supervision of the Indonesian financial authority OJK, with more than 500 trading pairs and institutional liquidity.
Manipulation in Bitcoin bets on Polymarket discovered
Stanford researchers discover signs of manipulation in Bitcoin prediction markets on Polymarket. 821 traders earned $8.2 million.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs attract hundreds of millions again
American spot Bitcoin ETFs received $108 million in inflows on July 15, with BlackRock as the big winner.
ZachXBT calls hardware wallets 'worthless' and Ledger the worst
Crypto researcher ZachXBT states that hardware wallets are unsuitable for storing large amounts. According to him, Ledger is the worst option.
Bitcoin price lacks foundation: 'borrowed strength' behind the rise
Bitfinex Alpha warns that the Bitcoin rally following the better-than-expected CPI data has little real buying power. The zone around $68,000 is crucial.
BNB Token Burn 36 Destroys 1.6 Million BNB
Binance completes the 36th quarterly BNB token burn with 1.62 million BNB destroyed, worth approximately $932 million.
Finst significantly expands crypto offering, yet still lags behind Bitvavo and OKX
Finst expands its offering to more than 400 cryptocurrencies with Pi Network, Theta and IOTA. Read more about the new additions and trading opportunities.
Hyperliquid adds Chinese chipmaker CXMT as perpetual market
Hyperliquid lists CXMT, possibly the largest IPO in the Chinese A-share market and the world's fourth DRAM manufacturer.
Pump.fun unlocks $86 million in PUMP tokens for team and investors
Pump.fun completes its first token unlock: 57.28 billion PUMP tokens worth $86.49 million distributed across 121 wallets.
DeFi and GameFi tokens most frequently delisted in first half of 2026
In the first half of 2026, DeFi tokens were the most frequently delisted from exchanges, followed by GameFi and memecoins.
Bitcoin UTXO loss ratio reaches level of bear market stress
Bitcoin's UTXO loss/profit ratio reaches extreme levels that historically coincide with bear market periods, but also with buying opportunities.
Coinbase opens registration for users in China
Coinbase now allows account registration for users in China. Verification can now be done with a Chinese national ID and an address on the mainland.
Bitcoin price holds steady above $62K after geopolitical shock
Bitcoin recovers to $64K after geopolitical turmoil, crypto ETFs book $282 million inflow after eight weeks of outflow.
Ethereum price soars 5.6% after better-than-expected CPI data
The Ethereum price rises more than 5% after a surprisingly low US CPI. Within an hour, $1.2 billion in buying volume flows into the market.
Bitcoin price still lacks new capital for real bull market
The Bitcoin price is at $64K, but analyst joao_wedson warns: new capital has not yet entered the market.
Bitcoin Builds a Bottom as Pain Is Passed to Stronger Hands
On-chain data from CryptoQuant shows that Bitcoin is building a bottom through a gradual transfer of pain. The price is now at $62K.
Ethereum price holds above $1.750: what now?
Ethereum holds steady above the $1,750 support level. Analyst TedPillows expects that the next big move is upward, towards $1,873 or higher.
OKX cheapest exchange to buy Bitcoin among MiCA platforms
OKX is the cheapest MiCA-certified exchange to buy and withdraw €1,000 worth of Bitcoin: total costs only €2.44 according to DefiLlama.
Bolivia considers integrating USDT into national payment system
Bolivia is investigating whether USDT can officially circulate alongside the dollar and the boliviano.
BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan join UK tokenisation taskforce
54 large financial institutions including BlackRock, Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan are joining a UK government-backed tokenisation taskforce.
SBI Holdings and Solana Foundation Launch Partnership in Japan
SBI Holdings and the Solana Foundation announce a strategic partnership for onchain financial markets in Japan, with JPY stablecoins and RWA tokenisation.
American Bitcoin price drops more than 95% from peak
American Bitcoin, co-founded by Eric Trump, sees its share drop by more than 95%. That wiped out over $600 million of Trump's stake.
Binance futures volume reaches $1.6 trillion, highest point of 2026
Binance records a monthly futures volume of $1.6 trillion in June 2026. That is the highest level this year, according to data from CryptoQuant.
South Korean stock exchange KOSPI crashes 8.95% after circuit breaker
The South Korean KOSPI drops 8.95% after a circuit breaker. SK Hynix loses 15.37%. On Upbit, trading volume surges 550% to $4.23 billion.
BlackRock BUIDL fund surpasses $900 million on Avalanche
BlackRock's BUIDL fund doubles in one week on Avalanche to over $900 million. Total assets under management now stands at $2.87 billion.
Ethereum Price Fluctuates Around $1.800: What Now?
The Ethereum price is hovering around $1,800. Analyst TedPillows says ETH remains above February's lows and points to $1,750 as a crucial support zone.
South Korean Crypto Exchanges See Trading Volume Decline for Five Weeks
South Korean crypto exchanges have recorded a five-week consecutive decline in trading volume, indicating waning investor interest and market activity.
Bonzo Lend loses $9 million due to oracle exploit on Hedera
Bonzo Lend loses $9 million due to an oracle exploit on Hedera.
Ethereum consumes only 7.87 GWh per year after The Merge
According to a report from Cambridge, Ethereum's electricity consumption dropped by more than 99.9% after The Merge.
Metaplanet launches research into Bitcoin-backed digital credit
Metaplanet launches a feasibility study with JPYC and Progmat into digital credit products backed by Bitcoin as collateral.
Bitcoin Treasury Companies Lose More Than $100 Billion in Market Value
The market value of companies that hold Bitcoin in their treasury has declined by more than $100 billion since October 2025, while their BTC holdings are…
Kraken launches AI-driven agentic trading for users
Kraken prepares the launch of agentic trading: autonomous AI agents that execute crypto trades on behalf of users based on personal goals.
Empery Digital sells 1,400 Bitcoin for $87.1 million
Empery Digital sold 1,400 BTC at an average of $62,200 each. The proceeds will go towards debt repayment, real estate and legal costs.
Circle receives OCC approval for national trust bank in the US
Circle receives final approval from the OCC to establish First National Digital Currency Bank. The stock rises 7.7% in pre-market trading.
Circle sued in Wisconsin for refusing to help scam victims
Wisconsin prosecutors file a criminal complaint against Circle because the company refused to help recover stolen USDC from scam victims.
Bitwise adds Hyperliquid to crypto index ETF, removes Polkadot and Avalanche
Bitwise adds Hyperliquid (HYPE) and Stellar to its BITW crypto index ETF. Polkadot and Avalanche drop out after the rebalance.
INTERPOL arrests 5,811 people in global fraud operation
INTERPOL's Operation First Light 2026 leads to 5,811 arrests and the seizure of $293 million.
Russian Alfa-Bank wants to offer crypto services to customers
Alfa-Bank, the largest private bank in Russia, announces plans to offer crypto services and become a digital custodian.
Bitcoin ETF Sees $84.86 Million in Outflow on July 8
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a net outflow of $84.86 million on July 8. Ethereum ETFs, on the other hand, saw inflows for five consecutive days.
Robinhood Chain breaks record with $560 million DEX volume in a single day
Robinhood Chain sets a new record on July 8: more than $560 million in DEX volume, 193,000 active addresses and 16,000 new tokens in a single day.
Robinhood Chain contributes 10% of fees to Arbitrum ecosystem
Offchain Labs co-founder Steven Goldfeder explains how fees from Robinhood Chain and other Arbitrum L2s are distributed within the Arbitrum ecosystem.
Ethereum price remains stuck below $1.800 resistance
The Ethereum price is rejected at $1,800 for the fourth time. Analyst DaanCrypto sees a rangebound market with $1,750 as a crucial support level.
Google bans prediction market extensions from Chrome Web Store
Google is updating its Chrome Web Store policy and banning extensions for prediction markets. The new rules go into effect on 1 August 2026.
SEC to publish crypto safe harbor rules this month
The SEC updates its regulatory agenda for 2026 and plans to publish a crypto safe harbour proposal for tokenised securities and DeFi.
Tether burns $2.5 billion USDT on Ethereum in largest burn since February
Tether burns $2.5 billion worth of USDT on Ethereum, the largest burn since February 2026.
Analyst Sees Aave and Uniswap Prices Heading to Range Highs
Crypto analyst Daan Crypto Trades sees Aave and Uniswap looking good with bullish market structures and targets the range highs as next goals.
Strategy's $135M Bitcoin Sale Does Not Count for Monetisation Programme
VanEck analyst Matthew Sigel explains why Strategy's $135 million Bitcoin sale falls outside the $1.25 billion monetisation programme.
Strategy: Bitcoin growth above 3.3% finances STRC dividends forever
Michael Saylor explains that if Bitcoin rises more than 3.3% annually, Strategy STRC can finance dividends indefinitely through Bitcoin price gains.
TAC price plunges more than 90% in 15 minutes on Binance Alpha
The TAC price crashes more than 90% within 15 minutes on Binance Alpha. The token falls to $0.0063 despite support from TON Ventures and Hack VC.
Bitcoin price remains above $60.000 despite unrest in Middle East
Michaël van de Poppe sees no problem for Bitcoin. The price stands at $62,115 and remains stable despite the resurgence of the conflict in the Middle East.
MiCA now has 21 approved stablecoin issuers and 270+ CASPs
One week after the full entry into force of MiCA, the register lists 21 EMT issuers from 12 countries and more than 270 crypto service providers.
Bernstein sees Bitcoin recovering to $150.000 despite 54% decline
Bernstein analyst says Bitcoin's 54% decline is much smaller than previous cycles. Wall Street firm maintains $150,000 target for year-end.
Tether brings USDT back to Bitcoin via RGB protocol
Tether plans to issue USDT on the Bitcoin network via the RGB protocol v0.11.1, with UTEXO as commercial partner for the rollout.
Sberbank launches crypto wallet by December
Sberbank, Russia's largest bank, plans a crypto wallet and digital custody service in its apps after the new crypto law takes effect.
American Bitcoin Reaches More Than 8,000 Bitcoin in Reserve
American Bitcoin, backed by the Trump family, expands its reserve to over 8,000 BTC and becomes the 16th largest public corporate Bitcoin holder.
Attacker steals $21.2 million from Bonk treasury via governance exploit
An attacker spends $4.4 million to steal as much as $21.2 million in Bonk tokens via a governance proposal. This is how the attack worked.
Strategy sells large amount of Bitcoin for the first time
Strategy sells a total of 3,588 BTC worth approximately $225 million, the first major Bitcoin sale ever for the company.
Coinbase under fire after AI sends fake World Cup result as breaking news
Coinbase faces criticism after an AI-generated notification spread a false World Cup result as breaking news, before the match had even been played.
Bitcoin Sharpe ratio falls to extremely negative level
Bitcoin's Sharpe ratio drops below -20, a level that historically coincides with bottoms and the start of a new upward phase.
Vitalik Buterin shares extensive Ethereum roadmap: here's what to expect
Vitalik Buterin publishes a comprehensive update on the future of Ethereum, with major plans regarding privacy, quantum security and scalability.
Stablecoin market capitalisation drops $10 billion in two months
The total market capitalization of stablecoins drops by $10 billion to $263 billion. Both USDC and USDT see a significant outflow of capital.
Vitalik Buterin reveals Ethereum roadmap: Lean Ethereum is coming
Vitalik Buterin shares the long-term roadmap for Ethereum. Lean Ethereum brings recursive STARKs, quantum security, and a new state model.
Citi Group forecasts sharp decline in oil prices to $60 this year
Citi Group predicts that Brent oil could fall to $60 by the end of the year. Analysts recommend selling into the summer rally.
Analysts See Strategy Rise to $570 Thanks to Bitcoin
Wall Street analysts expect Strategy (MSTR) to rise to $570. Benchmark's Mark Palmer sees the shares as the ultimate Bitcoin leverage.
Bitcoin leverage rises again: analyst warns of further decline
After a period of deleveraging, leverage on Bitcoin is increasing again. Analyst joao_wedson warns that this is not a good sign for a price recovery.
Bitcoin miner IREN gives co-CEOs $700 million in shares
Bitcoin miner IREN awards its two co-CEOs 9 million RSUs each, worth a combined $700 million, representing approximately 5% of the outstanding shares.
Bitcoin Active Investors Sitting on 20% Loss
Bitcoin's AVIV ratio stands at 0.8, meaning active investors are nursing an average loss of 20%. Analyst Darkfost explains what this says about the market.
Michaël van de Poppe: Crypto on the Verge of Outperforming Stocks
Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees strong signals that crypto is going to outperform the stock market. The BTC/QQQ chart shows rare bullish divergences.
Bitcoin and altcoins flow massively to exchanges
CryptoQuant warns of higher volatility after record inflow of Bitcoin and Ethereum to exchanges. What does this mean for the market?
ESMA adds 37 new MiCA certified crypto companies
ESMA publishes first MiCA register update after EU transition period: 37 new CASPs added, including Standard Chartered and FalconX.
Altcoin selling pressure drops to lowest level in five years
The cumulative buy/sell volume for altcoins (excluding BTC and ETH) reaches a new five-year low. What does this mean for the market?
Trump earns billions from Bitcoin amid market crash
Donald Trump has earned $1.4 billion from crypto. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe states that this points to an upcoming bull run for Bitcoin and altcoins.
Ethereum withdrawals on Binance reach highest level in 3 years
Binance records over 166,000 Ethereum withdrawal transactions in one day, the highest level in more than 3 years. Does this indicate accumulation?
Securitize lists on NYSE under ticker SECZ
Securitize is listed on the NYSE under the ticker SECZ and focuses on the tokenisation of capital markets.
Bitcoin Price at Tipping Point: Analyst Targets Breakout to $75.000
Michaël van de Poppe sees Bitcoin at a tipping point. A breakout above $62,000-64,000 could clear the way towards $75,000-79,000.
SEC wants better ETF procedures for crypto and prediction markets
The SEC acknowledges mistakes in crypto policy and works towards a more orderly ETF approval. 200 applications per month, including prediction markets.
Metaplanet buys 2,823 Bitcoin for $221 million in Q2 2026
Metaplanet, the Japanese counterpart of MicroStrategy, expands its Bitcoin treasury to 43,000 BTC after a purchase of $221 million in Q2 2026.
Solana launches on-chain governance with stake-weighted validator voting
The Solana Foundation launches a new onchain governance system for validators.
Binance officially enters the Philippine market
Binance enters the Philippines through a partnership with BlockShoals Technologies.
Bitcoin retail inflow on Binance reaches historic low
Bitcoin retail inflow on Binance hits an all-time low. Are retail investors disappearing from the BTC market?
Savings Rates Remain Low, New OKX Promotion Attracts Attention
OKX launches campaign with 8% bonus on deposits up to €20,000. Dutch savings rates are around 1.25-1.40%,
Ethereum Institutional focuses on institutional adoption
Ethereum Institutional has been launched as an independent non-profit to accelerate institutional adoption of Ethereum and its ecosystem. Read more.
SharpLink Buys 10,000 Ethereum and Reaches 886,725 ETH in Treasury
SharpLink buys 10,000 ETH at an average of $1,611 each, bringing its total Ethereum holdings to 886,725 ETH. Also, 2.1 million shares are bought back.
Dogecoin price drops to $0.07: analyst points to crucial support
The Dogecoin price stands at $0.07 and continues to fall. Analyst DaanCrypto keeps a close eye on the long-term support around $0.05.
Bitcoin ETF outflows exceed 100,000 BTC in 2026
For the first time in history, more than 100,000 BTC are leaving US spot ETFs in one year. The losses amount to more than $11 billion.
Mega tech companies lose $2.3 trillion in June
The so-called Magnificent 7 tech companies are experiencing their worst month in over a year.
Bitcoin ETF outflows reach $231 million on 29 June
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a net outflow of $231 million on 29 June. Ethereum ETFs also saw red figures with $30 million in outflows.
FIOD investigates Dutch cryptobroker Knaken
Dutch tax authority FIOD launches investigation into crypto broker Knaken amid compliance concerns.
Ripple price at critical point: up or down?
Technical analysis shows that XRP reaches a crucial moment around $1.06. Analyst predicts a rally to $1.35 or a decline to $0.51.
Strategy launches Bitcoin monetization program and authorizes $2 billion in buybacks
Strategy launches a Bitcoin monetisation programme, $2 billion in buyback plans and a 12% STRC dividend.
Vitalik: Obfuscation and Blockchain Can Create Trustless Trust
Vitalik Buterin writes that obfuscation combined with blockchain can implement almost any protocol without trust assumptions.
Grayscale: Bitcoin price can fall further if CLARITY Act fails
Grayscale outlines two scenarios for the Bitcoin price: a recovery if the CLARITY Act succeeds, or a further decline if the Fed raises interest rates.
Bitcoin price drops as long-term holders dump coins
Long-term holders are sending old, dormant Bitcoin to spot exchanges. CryptoQuant sees bearish signals while the price hovers around $60K.
EigenLayer Price at Critical Point: Bounce or Drop to Support?
The EIGEN price is at a key level. Will it break through the resistance or fall back to the support zone around $0.18?
Bitcoin price under pressure: will support break definitively?
Bitcoin is at $59,900 and threatens to close below a key support for the fourth consecutive day. Analyst rektcapital warns of additional downside risk.
Coinbase and OKX Lure Binance Users with MiCA Bonuses
Coinbase and OKX launch promotional campaigns to attract European Binance users after Binance fails to secure a MiCA licence before the deadline.
Ethereum Price in Support Zone: Breakout Above $1.700 or New Bottom?
ETH is at $1.6K and is in a crucial support zone. Analyst TedPillows sees two scenarios: a breakout above $1.7K or a fall to new lows.
American spending on datacenters exceeds $50 billion
The US now spends more on building data centres than on airports, ports and public transport combined. The AI infrastructure boom is accelerating.
XRP price rises with two bullish signals on the radar
XRP shows two bullish reversal signals on the daily chart. Tom DeMark Sequential and Morning Star Doji indicate a possible rise to $1.30.
EU reaches 230 MiCA licenses but crypto market diversity under pressure
The EU has issued around 230 MiCA licenses. Germany leads with 56, but smaller crypto companies are under great pressure. Read what this means.
Upexi adds 2 million Solana to Russell Microcap Index
Upexi, the second largest corporate holder of Solana with over 2 million SOL, will be added to the Russell Microcap Index as of 29 June 2026.
Binance stops service to EU customers after rejection of MiCA licence
Binance will stop serving EU clients next week after its MiCA licence application was rejected in Greece. It is now focusing on France.
Polymarket hacked: $3 million in user funds stolen
Polymarket has been hit by a hack via a third party. Hackers stole $3 million in user funds, but affected users will get everything back.
Bitcoin price near $60.000: bullish divergence in sight
Michaël van de Poppe analyses the BTC price around $60,000. Is a bullish divergence on the way and what does that mean for the coming days?
Antalpha sees $50 million paper profit evaporate on gold token XAUT
Antalpha, the crypto lending platform backed by Bitmain, sees its unrealized gain on Tether's gold token XAUT drop by $50 million.
XRP price drops to $1.04 as capitulation increases
The XRP price drops to $1.04 and the realised profit/loss ratio reaches its lowest level since August 2022, reports Glassnode.
Base mainnet down due to consensus problem with invalid block
Base identifies a consensus issue that takes down the mainnet. Sequencer and nodes partially recover while the team investigates the cause.
Bitvavo offers up to 10% APY on new crypto deposits
Bitvavo launches a deposit bonus promotion where you can earn up to 10% APY on new crypto deposits.
Number of crypto investors drops to lowest point in six years
In Q2 2026, only 651 unique crypto investors are active, the lowest number since 2020. The peak was in 2022 with 2,564 investors.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF flows again sharply negative on 24 June
On June 24, $469 million flowed out of Bitcoin spot ETFs and $30 million out of Ethereum spot ETFs. Only Grayscale recorded a small positive.
Aave price approaches resistance level after long decline
The Aave price is attempting to break through a horizontal resistance level after months of decline. Will the bulls succeed in breaking through?
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF Flows Negative for Four Consecutive Days
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $114 million in net outflows on June 23, while Ethereum ETFs posted $82 million.
Brazil bans crypto donations to political parties
Brazil bans crypto donations to political parties and candidates due to the pseudonymity of cryptocurrencies. Violations lead to fines.
Former Ethereum Foundation researchers launch Ethlabs
Former researchers from the Ethereum Foundation launch Ethlabs, a new non-profit R&D organisation with support from Bitmine, SharpLink and Joe Lubin.
Crypto fees drop 44.6% on average in first half of 2026
Crypto fees drop sharply in H1 2026: on average 44.6% lower than H2 2025. DEX fees almost halve, while NFT marketplaces see a decline of 82.5%.
Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF flows both negative on 22 June
On June 22, both Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs experienced net outflows. ARKB from Ark Invest and 21Shares led the pack with $64 million in inflows.
Bitcoin price approaches critical liquidity zone around $61.200
BTC moves to important liquidity clusters. Analyst expects next support zone around $61.2K, followed by interest around $66K-$67K.
Bitcoin Cycle Momentum Signals That Bear Market Is Not Over Yet
An analysis of the Bitcoin Cycle Momentum indicator indicates that the bear market is not over yet. Bitcoin currently stands at $64,066.
Velvet launches VelvetX: a SocialFi trading platform with rewards
Velvet launches VelvetX, a SocialFi trading platform where users can trade, share strategies and copy-trade.
Solana price must break $78 for further rise
The Solana price stands at $73.71 and sellers still have the upper hand. An analyst sees opportunities towards $105 if the $78 level is flipped.
Bitcoin price balances between two large liquidity clusters
Bitcoin is trading at $64,066 and is stuck between liquidity clusters. Experts see critical levels around $65,000 and $60,000.
Bitcoin price closes again above the 200-week MA
Bitcoin closes again above the 200-week moving average. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees strong signals and does not expect a drop to $40K.
Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Realize Lowest Profit of This Cycle
Bitcoin long-term holders are realising only 32% profit, far removed from the 350% in December 2024. What does this mean for the BTC price?
Solana price seeks direction: two scenarios to follow
The Solana price is at $73.98 and is in the middle of a range. Analyst sees two scenarios and expects SOL to play a major role when momentum returns.
SpaceX SPCX price could fall back to $157
After the historical post-IPO surge to $225, the SPCX price is showing a cooling down. Analyst @alicharts sees a possible dip towards $157.
Ray Dalio warns of negative returns on US stocks
Bridgewater founder Ray Dalio expects real returns of -5% to -10% on US stocks over the next 5 to 10 years.
EU mandates stricter crypto KYC rules and bans anonymous accounts from 2027
From July 2027, stricter AML rules for crypto will apply in the EU: KYC mandatory from €1,000, anonymous accounts banned and a cash limit of €10,000.
MicroStrategy books massive profit on Bitcoin investment
MicroStrategy has accumulated more than 716,000 Bitcoin and now sees its reserves $48 billion higher than its debts. CEO Saylor looks back on the strategy.
Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Remain Calm During Correction
On-chain data shows that Bitcoin long-term holders are holding their coins during the current correction. What does the CVDD indicator say about this?
Ethereum Price Around $1.720: Analyst Sees Chance of a Lifetime
ETH is at $1,720 and is being ignored by many traders. Analyst @cryptokans sees this as an excellent risk/reward ratio for the long term.
Oman launches mandatory national Bitcoin mining pool
Oman launches Omanhash, a mandatory national Bitcoin mining pool for all licensed miners.
Memecoin KOL Murad Holds On While Portfolio Declines 83.5%
Murad, a well-known memecoin advocate, is still holding his full position while his portfolio plummeted from $67 million to $11 million.
Microsoft Warns of Crypto Clipper Malware via Tor
Microsoft discovers dangerous crypto clipper malware that has been active since February 2026 and replaces wallet addresses and steals seed phrases.
Re Protocol (RE) now available on Bitvavo
Re Protocol (RE) is now listed on the Dutch crypto exchange Bitvavo. Discover what this project entails and how you can trade it.
Top 5 Base Ecosystem Gainers of the Week: Aerodrome Leads
The Base ecosystem now counts 745 projects and a market value of $125 billion. These are the five biggest winners of the past week.
Ethereum faces funding crisis within 9 months
A former contributor to the Ethereum Foundation warns of a funding crisis in Ethereum's core development within 3 to 9 months.
80% of all Bitcoin transactions are now microtransactions
Bitcoin network activity explodes: transactions under 0.01 BTC now account for nearly 80% of all transactions, driven by Runes and Ordinals.
A16z massively accumulates HYPE tokens on Hyperliquid
Wallets linked to a16z have bought $259 million worth of HYPE via Hyperliquid since March. The position now shows an unrealised profit of $29 million.
Bhutan sells 10,451 Bitcoin for nearly $1 billion
The Bhutanese government sold over 10,451 Bitcoin for approximately $979 million over the course of a year. Yesterday, another 533 BTC was sent to Binance.
Hsiao-Wei Wang steps down as co-director of the Ethereum Foundation
Hsiao-Wei Wang leaves the Ethereum Foundation as co-executive director and board member. The Ethereum price stands at $1,677.25, a decline of 5%.
Strategy's STRC stock falls to record low of $89
Strategy's preferred share STRC reaches a record low of $89, representing an 11% discount from the face value of $100.
CME Group sues CFTC over perpetual futures
CME Group is taking the CFTC to court over the approval of perpetual futures for platforms such as Kalshi and Coinbase. Read what's happening.
Large Bitcoin Investors Reach New All-Time High in Holdings
Large Bitcoin investors holding more than 1 BTC reach a new all-time high of 16.8 million BTC, while retail investors cautiously return.
World Cup 2026: Prediction Markets Predict France as Favourite
On crypto prediction markets, more than $2.54 billion has already been wagered on the winner of the 2026 World Cup.
Aster adjusts tokenomics: 99% of daily fees to ASTER buybacks
Aster renews the tokenomics of ASTER: 99% of daily platform fees go to automatic buybacks, with matching burns from reserves until the supply reaches 3…
Altcoin selling pressure reaches five-year extreme on spot markets
Altcoins have been under sustained selling pressure on spot exchanges for 15 months. CryptoQuant reports the deepest negative level since 2020.
Bitcoin Price: Analysts See Opportunities Toward $74.000 and $79.000
Michaël van de Poppe sees opportunities for the Bitcoin price towards $74,000 and $79,000, partly due to strong momentum in the altcoin market.
Venezuelans buy USDT in droves via Binance to flee the bolivar
USDT rises 16% in Venezuela's P2P market in 30 days. Venezuelans turn to Binance to store value as the bolivar weakens further.
Ready Card ends services outside the EEA and refunds users
Ready Card deactivates all cards used outside the European Economic Area. Users receive an automatic refund.
Binance futures volume approaches $800 trillion on Bitcoin speculation
The cumulative futures trading volume on Binance approaches $800 trillion, driven by speculation during the recent Bitcoin correction to below $60,000.
Bank of Japan raises interest rate to 1%, highest level since 1995
Bank of Japan hikes interest rate to 1%, a 30-year high. Analysts weigh impact on crypto markets and the yen.
Standard Chartered predicts Uniswap price of $100 in 2030
Standard Chartered expects the Uniswap price to rise to $100 by 2030, driven by tokenization of real-world assets and the rise of DeFi.
Bitcoin price forms a range between $60K and $65K
Analyst AltCryptoGems sees Bitcoin forming a range between $60,000 and $65,000, with a possible local rally towards $80K if the price stays above $65K.
Kalshi sets weekly record with $5.1 billion in World Cup bets
Kalshi records $5.1 billion in trading volume in the first week of the World Cup and introduces an internal AI agent called Harrison.
Bitcoin price hits $61.5K bottom and bounces back to $65.7K
Large Bitcoin holders stop selling and withdraw from exchanges. The price bounces back from $61.4K to $65.7K. What do the data say?
Bitcoin ETF posts fifth straight week of outflows with $316 million loss
Spot Bitcoin ETFs record outflows for the fifth consecutive week: $316 million disappeared last week. Ethereum and Solana ETFs also see outflows.
Iran deal struck: what does this mean for Bitcoin and crypto?
Trump announces a deal with Iran and reopens the Strait of Hormuz. Analyst Michaël van de Poppe sees great opportunities for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
SpaceX stock market debut leads to record volumes on crypto exchanges
SpaceX makes its market debut on Nasdaq and attracts enormous interest from crypto investors. On Gate, more than $100 million was traded on day one.
Michaël van de Poppe: Bitcoin Price Possibly Nearing the Bottom
Michaël van de Poppe sees positive signals for the BTC price. The 200-week MA holds and a further drop to $30K-$40K seems less likely.
Stablecoin market cap remains stable at $273 billion despite Bitcoin dip
The total stablecoin market cap holds steady at $273 billion, while Bitcoin is trading around $64,440.
SpaceX holds $1.3 billion in Bitcoin and is 8th largest corporate holder
SpaceX ranks in the top 10 of largest corporate Bitcoin holders worldwide with $1.3 billion in BTC. Meanwhile, 25% of large companies are stacking Bitcoin.
Bittensor price shoots up 25% due to AI regulation in US
The Bittensor (TAO) price has risen more than 25% in 24 hours after the US government shut down Anthropic's Fable 5 model.
Standard Chartered: crypto winter over, Bitcoin price to $100.000
Analyst Geoffrey Kendrick of Standard Chartered says that the crypto winter is over and maintains his year-end targets of $100,000 for Bitcoin and $4,000…
Bitcoin bear market not yet over according to on-chain data
On-chain data shows that the STH cost basis still lies above that of LTH. Historically, a bear market continues until this reverses.
Humanity Protocol hack of 141 million H tokens points to North Korean hackers
Quantstamp investigates Humanity Protocol hack on June 8: 141 million H tokens stolen via phishing. Traces point to North Korean hackers.
Metaplanet buys security company and expands Bitcoin strategy
Metaplanet acquires Siiibo Securities for $13 million. This gives the company a licence to launch BTC products.
Galaxy: Bitcoin bottom possibly around $40.000 to $46.000 in 2026
Galaxy Research states that Bitcoin has not yet hit the bottom. Based on historical cycle data, the firm estimates a bottom between $40,000 and $46,000.
Circle moves $4.4 billion USDC to Coinbase via HyperEVM
Circle executes the largest USDC transaction ever: 4.397 billion USDC is transferred via the HyperEVM network to Coinbase as treasury provider for…
Tether freezes $72 million USDT after suspicious transactions via Tron
Tether freezes $72 million USDT after suspicious transactions via a Tron address.
XPL price could rise strongly thanks to neobanking narrative
The XPL price is in the spotlight as the neobanking narrative gains momentum.
Bitcoin ETF Outflows Continue for Fifth Consecutive Day with $19 Million Loss
Spot Bitcoin ETFs saw a net outflow of $19.03 million on June 11, the fifth consecutive day of outflows. Ethereum ETFs are also struggling with outflows.
Crypto RSI heatmap shows large spread among top 100 coins
The weekly RSI heatmap of the top 100 cryptocurrencies shows a wide spread. Most large coins are between 30 and 40, typical for a bear market.
Did Charles Hoskinson sell 1.5 billion Cardano in 2021?
On-chain analysis suggests that Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson sold about 1.5 billion ADA during the 2021 bull run. ADA now stands at $0.17.
Altcoins remain strong while market declines
The crypto market is falling sharply, but a number of altcoins seem to show immunity. Discover which coins are going against the trend.
Bitcoin Layer 2 Botanix closes doors after four years
Botanix, the Bitcoin Layer 2 from Polychain, is ceasing its operations. Users must withdraw their assets before 9 July. Read what happened.
Hyperliquid price drops 10%: analyst waits for bottom and trigger
The Hyperliquid price drops over 10% to $55.81. Analyst damskotrades expects that HYPE still needs a bottom before a new upward move.
Morpho raises $175 million at $2 billion valuation
DeFi lending protocol Morpho raises $175 million in a funding round led by Paradigm, a16z Crypto and Ribbit Capital, at a valuation of $2 billion.
Bitcoin price remains trapped between $60.000 and $64.000
Bitcoin is trading around $62K and is in a crucial zone between $60K and $64K. What does this mean for the next big move?
Bitcoin demand reaches level that only occurred 3 times since 2019
Bitcoin demand reaches a rare level that has only occurred three times before since 2019. Does this signal a bottom or further decline?
Michaël van de Poppe sees strength in altcoins after Bitcoin consolidation
Crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe expects altcoins like NEAR and ZEC to surge significantly as Bitcoin consolidates.
Humanity Protocol hit by major hack: $36 million stolen
Humanity Protocol reports that its H token has been attacked. An employee received a hacked device, allowing attackers to steal $36 million.
Bitcoin price threatens to fall further towards $52K
The Bitcoin price is under pressure. Analyst QuintenFrancois warns of a drop to $52K if BTC does not quickly break through $64k and $66k.
Hyperliquid Accounts for Nearly Half of All Crypto Buybacks in 2025
Citrini Research calls Hyperliquid an attractive investment: the protocol is responsible for almost half of all token buybacks in 2025.
Bitmine collects 5.54 million Ethereum in crypto portfolio
Bitmine adds 126,971 Ethereum and reaches total holdings of 5.54 million ETH. Discover more about this massive crypto investment.
Bitcoin MVRV ratio approaches historical undervaluation zone
The MVRV ratio of Bitcoin stands at 1.1, just above the historical undervaluation zone. What does this mean for the Bitcoin price of $63,113?
Ethereum OG sells $188 million before crash and buys back cheaper
An Ethereum OG sold $188 million in ETH, wstETH and WBTC before the market crash and bought it all back at much lower prices.
Bitcoin price drops 16% amid mass selling in derivatives market
The Bitcoin price drops 16% in a week due to massive selling pressure in the futures market.
Dogecoin Price Possibly Nears Bottom Below $0.08
An on-chain indicator suggests that the Dogecoin price is entering a bottom phase. Once DOGE drops below $0.08, a new bottom signal is triggered.
ZachXBT warns of crypto exchange JuCoin amid withdrawal problems
ZachXBT raises alarm about JuCoin: users report withdrawal issues and the claimed reserves of $511 million are disputed.
Stock Trading on Gate Reaches Second Highest Volume in Three Months
On Gate, the stock trading volume rises to the second highest level in three months, driven by Circle and NVIDIA after the AlpacaHQ deal.
Glassnode founder: Bitcoin bottom lies between $46.000 and $54.000
Glassnode co-founder Rafael sees a high probability of a Bitcoin bottom between $46,000 and $54,000, based on on-chain valuation models.
ZachXBT asks Hayes about exit liquidity at WLD
On-chain analyst ZachXBT raises questions about Arthur Hayes' trading pattern with WLD, NEAR, HYPE and ZEC. Hayes defends his choices.
Dragonfly holds Zcash despite critical bug, says Haseeb Qureshi
Dragonfly partner Haseeb Qureshi explains why the patched Zcash bug mainly affected shielded ZEC and why Dragonfly is maintaining its ZEC position.
Michael Saylor divides Bitcoin community into four camps
Michael Saylor publishes a framework with four Bitcoin ideologies. Maximalists, Capitalists, Technologists and Fundamentalists must grow in balance.
Bankless founder: Ethereum is a failed project without strong ETH price
Ryan Sean Adams of Bankless states that Ethereum is a failed project if ETH fails to become a global store of value.
Binance Research: Crypto Users Bring $5T in Equity Capital
Binance Research expects that crypto exchanges will direct as much as $2 trillion and 300 million new investors to the stock market by 2031.
Zcash whale loses $70 million in 24 hours
A large Zcash holder sees his portfolio drop by $70 million. The whale has held ZEC for six months without selling.
Zcash price declines after discovery of critical bug in Orchard
Zcash price falls after critical Orchard bug discovery raises security concerns.
First Bitcoin-funded mortgage from Fannie Mae goes nationwide
Coinbase and Better launch the first mortgage with Bitcoin as collateral via Fannie Mae in the US. Available nationwide this summer.
Bitcoin short-term holders reach worst capitulation point of 2026
Short-term holders are massively sending Bitcoin at a loss to exchanges. On-chain data from CryptoQuant shows the worst capitulation point of 2026.
Michaël van de Poppe Sells NEAR and Bets on Bounce Around €2
Michaël van de Poppe sells his NEAR daytrade position and looks for a bounceplay around €2. What is his plan while Bitcoin crashes?
Kalshi launches Bitcoin perpetual contracts in America
Kalshi introduces Bitcoin perpetual contracts with approval from the CFTC.
Bloomberg analyst warns of coldest crypto winter ever
Bloomberg Odd Lots host Joe Weisenthal states that crypto may be experiencing the coldest winter ever due to institutional adoption and AI competition.
Coinbase founder Armstrong raises $435 million for longevity startup
Brian Armstrong's biotech startup NewLimit raises $435 million in Series C funding, led by Founders Fund, to bring the first age-reprogramming medicine…
Hyperliquid becomes the weekend spot for Wall Street traders
Hyperliquid is growing into a popular platform for Wall Street traders who want to trade cryptocurrencies and traditional assets outside regular trading…
Solana price drops to $74 but analysts see chance of recovery
The Solana price stands at $74.84 after a decline of 5.9%. Analyst DaanCrypto sees a potential recovery point if SOL reclaims the local range.
Bitcoin ETF flows show longest outflow period ever
Bitcoin ETFs have experienced three consecutive quarters of outflows. DWF Labs reports $6.6 billion in cumulative outflows. Bitcoin is at $67,502.
Polymarket dispute over Strategy Bitcoin sale attracts $118 million
A Polymarket bet on whether Strategy sold Bitcoin before the end of May sparks major controversy after a 'No' outcome with $118 million in volume.
Charles Schwab plans crypto spot trading for advisors in 2027
Asset manager Charles Schwab, with more than $10 trillion in client assets, is targeting a launch of crypto spot trading for advisors in 2027.