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Kaspersky flags malware framework targeting crypto investors via social engineering
Kaspersky identified a malware framework exploiting cryptocurrency investors through social engineering and compromised GitHub applications, posing a direct security risk to the sector.
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Morgan Stanley ETF filings for Ethereum and Solana advance with 0.14% fee
Morgan Stanley's updated ETF filings for Ethereum and Solana reveal a 0.14% fee structure, signaling progress toward product launch.
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ONDO team wallet transfers 26M tokens to Coinbase
A wallet linked to the ONDO team moved 26 million tokens to Coinbase, potentially signaling a planned token sale or distribution.
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France's gambling regulator orders ISP blocks on Polymarket
France's gambling authority has directed internet service providers to geoblock Polymarket, citing concerns over illegal gambling and potential market manipulation.
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Galaxy Digital secures 15-year naming rights to Texas Tech football stadium
Crypto investment firm Galaxy Digital has signed a long-term sponsorship agreement to name Texas Tech University's football stadium for the next 15 years, marking a major sports-crypto partnership.
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FTX creditors to receive $900M in repayments starting July 31
FTX estate administrator Sunil Pal announced another tranche of $900M in creditor repayments set to begin July 31, marking continued progress in the bankruptcy recovery process.
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Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs see inflows; Solana and XRP flat
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $132.3M in inflows and Ethereum $36.7M on July 17, while Solana and XRP ETFs experienced no net movement during the week.
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a16z-linked whale offloads $25M in HYPE tokens in 24 hours
An a16z-connected whale wallet sold approximately 421,796 HYPE tokens valued at $25.3M over the past day, according to on-chain tracking data.
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Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs see inflows on July 17
Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $132M in net inflows and spot Ethereum ETFs $36.73M in net inflows on July 17, according to SoSoValue data.
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France's gambling regulator blocks Polymarket access over illegal gambling concerns
France's ANJ gambling regulator ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing illegal gambling services and manipulation risks. The block will remain until the platform complies with French regulations. Spain had similarly restricted Polymarket in May.
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Large ETH holder offloads 30k tokens via OTC trade
An Ethereum whale transferred 30,000 ETH to stablecoin via over-the-counter trade, receiving approximately $55M USDC. The transaction occurred roughly 9 hours ago.
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Pump.fun offloads 81K SOL in latest sale; cumulative holdings down to ~4.7M SOL
Lookonchain reports Pump.fun sold approximately 81,711 SOL today. The platform has now liquidated roughly 4.7M SOL total since tracking began, averaging $169 per token.
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Consensys revoked access for North Korea-linked developer who contributed to MetaMask code
Consensys disclosed it inadvertently hired a developer with North Korea ties through a contractor. The developer accessed MetaMask code before access was revoked; Consensys confirmed no malicious code was deployed and no user assets were compromised.
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Large USDC deposit flows into Aave protocol
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 191 million USDC to Aave from an unidentified address, signaling potential liquidity provision or collateral activity on the lending platform.
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SBI Holdings takes majority stake in Singapore crypto exchange Coinhako
Japanese financial services firm SBI Holdings has acquired a controlling interest in Coinhako, a Singapore-based digital asset trading platform, as part of its strategy to grow crypto operations across Japan and Southeast Asia.
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British Virgin Islands emerges as quiet crypto exchange hub
Major crypto exchanges including Kraken, Bitstamp, 1inch, and Bitfinex have established operations in the British Virgin Islands, making it a significant but low-profile jurisdiction for the industry.
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SBI Holdings gains MAS approval to acquire majority stake in Coinhako
Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings received regulatory clearance from Singapore's Monetary Authority to acquire a controlling interest in crypto exchange Coinhako, marking expansion into stablecoins and tokenized assets.
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KAITO surges 13% in 24h ahead of token unlock event
KAITO token rallied over 13% in the past day. An upcoming unlock event could shift momentum either direction, according to market observers.
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UAE minister highlights blockchain hub status as Blockmaze sets regulatory record
UAE's Minister of Foreign Trade praised Blockmaze RWA for achieving a Guinness World Record for most financial regulatory licences at a blockchain ecosystem launch, citing it as evidence of the UAE's growing position in Web3 and tokenisation infrastructure.
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U.S. crude surges over 3% to highest level since mid-June
U.S. crude oil futures jumped more than 3% to $81.64 per barrel, marking the strongest price since June 15. The move reflects broader energy market momentum with potential spillover effects on macro sentiment.
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SBI Holdings completes Coinhako acquisition after Singapore regulator approval
Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings has finalized its majority stake purchase of Singapore-based crypto exchange Coinhako following approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The platform will be integrated into SBI's digital asset operations.
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Cointelegraph maps credit risk across CeFi, DeFi, and RWA markets
Cointelegraph Research examines how credit exposure differs across crypto lending models: CeFi concentrates counterparty risk, DeFi relies on onchain collateral and liquidation mechanics, while RWA credit depends on offchain legal claims and underwriting.
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Unregulated AI compute derivatives race ahead of CME, ICE futures
Crypto-style perpetual swaps and prediction markets are trading AI compute exposure before regulated GPU futures from CME and ICE, which are targeted for late 2026, according to Bernstein analysis.
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Citadel Securities commits $400M investment in crypto infrastructure
Citadel Securities, a major market-maker, has invested $400 million in cryptocurrency-related infrastructure or services, signaling institutional capital inflow into the sector.
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Dutch court declares crypto exchange Knaken bankrupt amid asset shortfall
A Rotterdam court ruled that crypto platform Knaken must enter bankruptcy to manage an orderly settlement, citing insufficient assets to repay all users in full.
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Crypto prediction market volume surges 44x in seven months
Trading volume on crypto prediction markets has grown 44-fold over a seven-month period, signaling increased participation in on-chain forecasting platforms.
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Plasma One rolls out stablecoin account with XPL rewards and Aave yield integration
Plasma One introduced a stablecoin account offering fee-free USDT transfers, on-chain yield via Aave, and an XPL-based cashback program across tiered membership levels. The platform clarified it is not a bank and yields depend on Aave market conditions.
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Polygon's payments strategy draws holder criticism over token equity
Polygon's shift toward payments infrastructure is sparking backlash from POL token holders, who argue the token lacks equity-like rights or value capture mechanisms tied to the platform's growth.
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ECB official warns stablecoins could siphon bank deposits, backs digital euro
ECB board member Piero Cipollone cautioned that rising stablecoin use may reduce traditional bank deposits, positioning a digital euro as a way to preserve banking sector centrality in payments.
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Citadel Securities pours $400M into Crypto.com
Citadel Securities announced a $400M investment in Crypto.com, marking a notable institutional move into the crypto sector as broader markets declined.
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Abraxas Capital accumulates 46K ETH from major exchanges in one week
On-chain tracker Lookonchain reports Abraxas Capital withdrew approximately 46,000 ETH (~$84M) from Binance, Bybit, and Bitfinex over the past week, including 12,477 ETH in a single 3-hour window.
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Bitcoin near $63K as long-term investors exit positions at losses
Bitcoin is trading around $63,000 while long-term holders continue to sell their holdings at a loss, according to on-chain data.
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Bitcoin volatility dips below South Korean stocks as AI enthusiasm cools
Bitcoin is experiencing lower volatility than South Korean equities as the AI sector's momentum slows, according to CoinDesk's market outlook for July 17, 2026.
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Bond traders scale back rate-hike bets as U.S. inflation cools
Softer-than-expected inflation data has prompted bond traders to unwind positions betting on additional Federal Reserve rate increases this year, signaling easing monetary tightening expectations.
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UK court sentences two hackers linked to $115M crypto extortion ring
Two individuals pleaded guilty in UK courts after being connected to the Scattered Spider cybercrime group, which US authorities allege conducted extortion campaigns against multiple companies involving crypto ransom demands.
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$100M USDC moved to Coinbase Institutional from unknown wallet
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 100 million USDC to Coinbase's institutional wallet. The origin wallet remains unidentified.
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Long-term Bitcoin holders selling at losses as price tests $63K
Bitcoin is trading near $63K while on-chain metrics indicate that roughly two-thirds of coins moving to exchanges are from long-term holders realizing losses, reflecting broader macro risk-off sentiment.
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JPMorgan flags institutional Bitcoin futures demand amid spot ETF volatility
JPMorgan notes growing cash reserves and rising institutional interest in Bitcoin futures as positive signals, though spot ETF flows remain volatile.
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Bitcoin retreats as global chip selloff weighs on risk assets
Bitcoin fell to $63,000 from earlier highs near $65,000 as a widening selloff in semiconductor stocks triggered broader risk-asset weakness.
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ESMA adds 14 crypto firms to MiCA register, including Ripple Payments Europe
European Securities and Markets Authority expanded its MiCA-compliant crypto service provider register to 294 licensed firms, with Ripple Payments Europe among 14 new entrants.
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