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Gary Gensler Backs States in Prediction Market Regulation Fight
The former SEC and CFTC chair filed an amicus brief with the Sixth Circuit arguing Congress never intended to give the CFTC exclusive authority over sports betting, siding with states against the agency he once led.
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Metaplanet acquires Siiibo Securities for $13.1M to build Bitcoin ecosystem
Japanese bitcoin treasury company Metaplanet acquired Tokyo-based Siiibo Securities for approximately $13.1 million, marking the first step in Project Nova, a strategy to develop bitcoin-linked investment products through a regulated securities platform.
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Damien Duff joins Brentford as first-team assistant coach
Former Irish international winger Damien Duff has been confirmed as Brentford's new first-team assistant coach, reuniting with head coach Keith Andrews ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.
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Julián Quiñones scores World Cup opener for Mexico, escapes Colombian conflict
Julián Quiñones scored Mexico's opening goal of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 11, leading El Tri to a 2-0 victory over South Africa. The naturalized Mexican forward escaped violence in Colombia's Telembí Triangle and rose to become the Saudi Pro League's top scorer before his World Cup debut.
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Tokenized stock perpetual futures surge to $2.25B as crypto market drops 20%
Tokenized stock perpetual futures on blockchain platforms reached $2.25 billion in open interest during Q1 2026, even as the broader crypto market fell 20.4% and traditional equity markets rallied. The growth signals a structural shift toward on-chain trading for equities and commodities.
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FalleN chases third Cologne title in expected final major tournament
Gabriel FalleN Toledo, the 35-year-old Brazilian Counter-Strike legend, is competing at IEM Cologne 2026 with FURIA Esports in what many expect will be his final major tournament appearance. A decade after winning the title in 2016, FalleN seeks to bookend his storied career.
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International operation dismantles AudiA6 crypto mixer, arrests two administrators
An 11-country law enforcement operation has dismantled AudiA6, a cryptocurrency mixer that processed over $390 million in illicit funds. Authorities arrested two administrators and seized servers, domains, and $900,000 in cryptocurrency.
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ECB raises rates 25bp as eurozone inflation exceeds 2% target
The European Central Bank increased its three key policy rates by 25 basis points, shifting back to tighter monetary policy as eurozone inflation surpasses its 2% target. Markets now price minimal odds of rate cuts at the July 2026 meeting.
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SEC proposes scrapping Rule 611 to unlock tokenized stocks on DeFi
The SEC proposed scrapping Rule 611 and Rule 610(e), which restrict how stock exchanges display prices and execute orders. Galaxy's Alex Thorn says the move would unlock tokenized stocks on decentralized platforms, which can't comply with current trade-through rules.
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Bitcoin holds $63K as SpaceX IPO lifts risk sentiment; BOJ set to hike to 31-year high
Bitcoin trades near $63,000 on June 12 as SpaceX's IPO drives risk-asset appetite, while the Bank of Japan prepares to raise its policy rate to 1% from 0.75% on June 16—the highest level since 1995. A carry-trade unwind could drain global liquidity.
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ChatGPT reaches 1 billion users as AI skepticism persists
OpenAI's ChatGPT hit 1 billion monthly active users in May 2026, the fastest app in history to reach the milestone, even as half of US adults express more concern than excitement about AI's societal impact.
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OpenAI Opens Madrid Office to Expand European AI Presence
OpenAI is launching a Madrid office in the second half of 2026 as part of its European expansion, joining existing hubs in London, Dublin, Paris, and Brussels. The move signals deeper engagement with Spanish developers and enterprises, though it raises questions about centralized AI dependency in crypto ecosystems.
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Gensler argues prediction markets shouldn't override state gaming laws
Gary Gensler joined gaming associations and tribal organizations in filing an amicus brief with the Sixth Circuit, arguing that prediction markets like Kalshi overreach by sidestepping state sports-betting regulations.
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SPCX Perpetual Surges to $2.4T SpaceX Valuation on Hyperliquid
SPCX perpetual contract on Hyperliquid bounced sharply this week after three weeks of decline, with derivatives markets now pricing a first-day gain exceeding 35% and a $2.4 trillion valuation for SpaceX.
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ECB raises rates 25 basis points as Middle East conflict drives inflation
The ECB lifted rates for the first time since 2023 on June 11, pushing borrowing costs higher across the eurozone as energy prices driven by the Iran conflict push headline inflation above its 2% target.
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OpenAI Launches Free Banked Reset System for Codex Users
OpenAI launched a free banked reset feature for Codex subscribers on Plus and Pro plans, allowing users to accumulate and deploy rate limit resets on their own schedule. The rollout includes a limited-time referral program offering additional resets for inviting friends.
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KPMG: 56% of AI users made costly mistakes from unverified outputs
A KPMG survey of 48,000 people across 47 countries found that while 73% benefit from AI's efficiency gains, 56% have made mistakes trusting unverified AI outputs. The study highlights hallucinations as a critical risk requiring robust governance frameworks.
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LG and Arbitrum build blockchain ad platform for $679B market
LG Electronics and Arbitrum are developing a blockchain-based advertising platform designed to eliminate intermediaries and streamline ad buying. Digital ad spend reached $679 billion in 2025, making up 68% of worldwide ad spending.
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Coinbase Launches AI Agent Tool for Autonomous Crypto Trading
Coinbase launched Coinbase for Agents, a tool that connects AI models to user exchange accounts to execute trades, make payments, and manage crypto holdings without manual oversight. The move follows similar launches from Circle and Crossmint as AI agent infrastructure matures.
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Trump signals imminent Iran deal; oil falls, stocks rise
President Trump signaled a potential Iran agreement, prompting oil prices to drop roughly $4–$7 per barrel and stock markets to gain on reduced geopolitical risk. Iran's officials, however, called deal frameworks speculative and warned no final agreement exists.
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Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opener with three red cards
Mexico opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on June 11, but the match made history for a chaotic disciplinary record: three red cards were issued in a World Cup opening game for the first time ever.
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Cardano's Hoskinson launches Discord hub to escape X platform drama
Cardano creator Charles Hoskinson is coordinating with EMURGO president Phillip Pon to launch a moderated Discord hub for the community, moving discussions away from X amid ecosystem challenges and declining token price.
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XPL surges 30% ahead of Plasma One card launch amid token dilution concerns
XPL, the native token of Plasma blockchain, jumped roughly 30% as traders positioned ahead of tiered card memberships launching next week. The rally highlights adoption momentum, but over 75% of total supply remains unlocked, creating ongoing dilution pressure.
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India restricts diesel purchases to 200 liters daily for 90 days
India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued an order on June 11, 2026, limiting diesel purchases to 200 liters per customer daily for up to 90 days, prohibiting resale and redirecting bulk buyers to designated supply points to address retail-pump congestion caused by price-gap arbitrage.