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Coinbase engineers leverage AI agents for majority of code development
Coinbase's platform head reports that AI now assists in writing 95–100% of the company's code, with engineers running multiple AI agents that collectively perform work equivalent to roughly 1,200 full-time employees.
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China's Q2 GDP growth hits slowest pace since late 2022
China's second-quarter economic growth fell short of forecasts, marking the weakest expansion rate since the latter half of 2022. The slowdown signals continued headwinds for the world's second-largest economy.
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Pump Fun releases 57B PUMP tokens to team and investor wallets
Pump Fun distributed 57.28 billion PUMP tokens (valued at ~$92M) across 121 team and investor addresses in a single transaction, according to on-chain data.
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Coinbase says 95-100% of code now AI-assisted, up from 40% in February
Coinbase's Head of Platform reported that nearly all company code is now written with AI assistance, a jump from 40% earlier this year. The firm estimates its AI agents currently perform work equivalent to ~1,200 employees and projects that figure could reach 100,000 by 2030.
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Binance USDC reserves decline 40% as USDT holdings remain stable
Binance's USDC reserves have dropped 40% while USDT reserves remain unchanged, signaling a potential shift in stablecoin preference or liquidity management at the exchange.
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USDC Treasury mints 250M in stablecoin supply
Whale Alert detected a 250 million USDC mint from the USDC Treasury, representing a significant addition to circulating stablecoin supply.
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Ark Invest increases Circle stake, trims Robinhood position
Ark Invest purchased $14M in Circle shares and $1.5M in Block Inc., while reducing its Robinhood holding by $3.2M in recent trading activity.
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Most top crypto projects lack Wikipedia coverage, potentially skewing AI understanding
Only 67 of the top 1,000 cryptocurrencies by market cap have Wikipedia pages, according to Chainstory. The gap may limit how AI models like ChatGPT access and understand crypto information, since Wikipedia is a primary training source.
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Bitmine reports $46M quarterly revenue from Ethereum staking operations
Mining firm Bitmine generated $46M in the last quarter primarily from Ethereum staking, which accounted for 98% of revenue following its March validator launch and shift away from Bitcoin mining.
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DTCC begins soft launch of tokenization service for stocks, ETFs, Treasurys
The $114T+ Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation is rolling out a tokenization service for select equities, ETFs and U.S. Treasury securities, with a full launch planned for October.
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UK outlines tokenization strategy targeting $44B annual value by 2035
The UK has released a tokenization roadmap projecting significant economic contribution from digital asset infrastructure over the next decade.
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Interactive Brokers expands crypto offerings with 9 new listings and stablecoin withdrawals
Interactive Brokers has added nine cryptocurrency listings and enabled stablecoin withdrawals to external wallets via USDC, PYUSD, and RLUSD, expanding institutional access to digital assets.
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Tether Freezes $131M USDT on TRON Tied to Iranian Sanctions Targets
Tether froze four TRON addresses holding ~$131M USDT linked to IRGC and Iran's central bank, both under OFAC sanctions. U.S. Treasury confirmed the action as part of efforts to disrupt illicit Iranian financial flows.
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Bitmine acquires 6,000 ETH in recent transaction
On-chain data shows Bitmine, linked to Fundstrat's Tom Lee, purchased approximately 6,000 ETH (~$11.2M) from FalconX in a recent transaction.
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US Treasury sanctions Iranian central bank crypto wallets, freezes $130M
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced OFAC sanctions against multiple digital asset wallets linked to Iran's central bank, resulting in over $130 million in frozen assets.
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Morgan Stanley files for spot Ether and Solana ETFs with Coinbase custody
Morgan Stanley updated SEC filings for proposed spot Ether and Solana exchange-traded funds, with Coinbase designated as custodian and staking facilitator for the products.
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Coinbase reports majority of codebase now generated with AI assistance
Coinbase executive Rob Witoff disclosed that over 95% of the exchange's code is now written using AI tools, while the company continues to rely on human judgment for strategic decisions and oversight.
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Whale deposits $184M USDC to Aave
An unknown whale transferred approximately 184 million USDC to Aave, according to Whale Alert. The deposit may signal positioning or liquidity provision on the lending protocol.
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Over $246M in crypto shorts liquidated in 12 hours
Crypto markets saw more than $246 million in short positions liquidated over a 12-hour period, signaling sharp upward price movement across the sector.
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JCB and Circle explore USDC payments for Japan merchants
Japanese payment network JCB and stablecoin issuer Circle signed a memorandum of understanding to pilot USDC-based cross-border and merchant payments in Japan.
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U.S. inflation cools: CPI at 3.5%, core at 2.6%, both below forecasts
U.S. annual CPI came in lower than expected at 3.5% versus 3.8% forecast, while core CPI rose to 2.6% versus 2.8% anticipated, signaling easing price pressures.
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U.S. June inflation drops 0.4%, shaping Fed rate decision outlook
U.S. consumer prices fell 0.4% in June, a data point likely to influence the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision at its late-July meeting. Softer inflation could reduce pressure for additional rate hikes.
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US inflation cools to 3.5%, beating forecasts
US inflation declined to 3.5%, coming in below analyst expectations. The softer-than-expected reading may influence Federal Reserve policy decisions and broader market sentiment.
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CleanSpark inks $6.6B data center lease in Georgia
Bitcoin miner CleanSpark announced a 20-year data center lease agreement valued at $6.6 billion in Sandersville, Georgia with an undisclosed tech company tenant.
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ECB names 36 payment providers for digital euro pilot launching late 2027
The European Central Bank has selected 36 payment providers, including Deutsche Bank, UniCredit, and Revolut, to participate in a 12-month digital euro pilot program beginning in the second half of 2027, with first issuance targeted for 2029.
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MicroStrategy halts Bitcoin purchases amid market volatility
MicroStrategy's Bitcoin-buying program paused activity as crypto markets trade sideways and oil rallies ahead of CPI data release.
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ECB taps Deutsche Bank, Revolut for digital euro payment pilot
The European Central Bank selected financial firms including Deutsche Bank and Revolut to test a digital euro prototype across online, offline, retail, and e-commerce channels with ECB and central bank staff.
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Japan's JCB partners with Circle to explore USDC payments across 40M merchants
JCB, Japan's largest card network, is collaborating with Circle to pilot USDC stablecoins for cross-border and merchant transactions, signaling growing institutional adoption of digital currencies in everyday commerce.
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Bitcoin rebounds above $62K as crypto ETFs return to inflows after 8-week drought
Bitcoin recovered toward $64K despite geopolitical turbulence, with digital-asset ETFs posting $282M in net inflows after two months of outflows. Upcoming CPI data may signal whether the rally can sustain amid rising rate-hike expectations.
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Banking groups seek clarity on CLARITY Act stablecoin yield rules
The American Bankers Association and state banking groups issued a joint letter requesting additional detail on stablecoin yield provisions in the CLARITY Act, ahead of a House hearing scheduled for July 17.
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UK to introduce neutral tax treatment for crypto lending and DeFi pools from April 2027
The UK will implement "no gain, no loss" tax rules for eligible crypto lending and decentralized finance liquidity pool transactions starting April 2027, clarifying tax treatment for these activities.
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ECB selects 36 payment firms for digital euro testing program
The European Central Bank has chosen 36 payment providers, including Revolut, to participate in beta testing for a digital euro ahead of a 2027 pilot launch. The selection followed more than 50 applications.
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Bankers lobby Senate for tighter stablecoin yield rules in CLARITY Act
The American Bankers Association and 76 state banking groups urged Senate leaders to strengthen guardrails on stablecoin yield provisions in the CLARITY Act, citing concerns that current language could spur deposit outflows from community banks.
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U.S.-Iran tensions pressure bitcoin and stocks as oil surges
Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions are weighing on risk assets including bitcoin and equities, while oil prices climb amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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New Hampshire Governor Signs Blockchain Legislation
New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte signed HB639, referred to as "Blockchain Basic Laws," marking a state-level regulatory step for the crypto sector.
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US government transfers $288M in seized crypto to Coinbase Prime custody
The US government moved $288 million in confiscated cryptocurrency to Coinbase Prime, its designated custodian. The move stops short of a sale but raises questions about prior commitments regarding asset disposition.
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Prediction markets hit $50B monthly volume during World Cup
Prediction markets reached $50 billion in monthly trading volume during the first month of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, signaling growing adoption relative to traditional sportsbooks.
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Bitcoin governance row: BIP-110 proposal reignites decentralization debate
A Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP-110) aimed at restricting non-financial data storage on the blockchain has triggered broader discussion about censorship, protocol control, and who should shape Bitcoin's future.
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Solo hobby miner claims block reward with sub-$200 Bitaxe rig
A solo Bitcoin miner using an inexpensive Bitaxe device successfully mined a block worth approximately $200,000, becoming the 12th hobby miner to achieve this in 2026.
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UK tax authority clarifies crypto lending and pool gains deferral
The UK's HMRC has adopted a "no gain, no loss" tax framework for certain crypto lending and liquidity pool activities, deferring capital gains tax until the underlying asset is actually sold or disposed of.
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