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Chinese prosecutors propose treating privacy coins and mixers as money-laundering indicators
Chinese prosecutors are considering classifying the use of cryptocurrency mixers and privacy coins as a potential sign of money laundering activity, signaling stricter regulatory scrutiny in the region.
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AI-powered microbusinesses could generate $262B in stablecoin payments by 2033: Swyftx
Swyftx projects that AI-native microbusinesses could drive $262 billion in stablecoin payment volume by 2033, signaling potential growth in crypto payments tied to autonomous business models.
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Binance futures volume surges 80% to $1.6T in June amid spot market weakness
Binance's derivatives trading volume reached $1.61 trillion in June, up 80% month-over-month, while broader crypto spot trading remained subdued. The surge underscores continued strength in leveraged trading despite softer retail activity.
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Escalating U.S.-Iran tensions weigh on bitcoin amid persistent ETF inflows
Rising geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran pressured bitcoin lower, though spot ETF flows continued to show underlying investor demand for the asset.
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China prosecutors propose treating privacy coins and mixers as money-laundering indicators
Chinese prosecutors' office published guidance suggesting use of crypto mixers and privacy coins could be treated as evidence of money laundering intent, and called for new blockchain evidence rules and a state platform to liquidate seized digital assets.
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SBI Holdings and Solana Foundation partner on Japan-based onchain financial market
SBI Holdings and the Solana Foundation announced a collaboration to develop an onchain financial market infrastructure in Japan, with SBI R3 rebranding to SBI Solana Global.
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Crypto reverses after weekend rally as Middle East tensions, Asia selloff trigger liquidations
Cryptocurrency markets retreated Monday following a bullish weekend, pressured by renewed Middle East hostilities and a sharp 9.2% decline in South Korea's Kospi index. The downturn wiped out $253 million in leveraged positions.
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CZ burns memecoins received unsolicited, recommends sending unwanted tokens to burn address
Binance founder CZ discovered over 10,000 unwanted memecoins in his wallet and burned them, publicly suggesting users send unsolicited tokens directly to a burn address instead.
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SBI VC Trade opens yen stablecoin lending with 3% annual yield
Japan's SBI VC Trade will begin accepting applications for JPYSC lending on July 16, offering 3% annual returns on 12-week terms. Deposits will not carry insurance protection.
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Hyperliquid open interest hits $11B record, HIP-3 markets surge
Hyperliquid's total open interest peaked at $11.07B on July 13, marking its highest level in 2026, with HIP-3 markets contributing $3.69B and RWA open interest reaching an all-time high.
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$191M USDT moved to Bybit from unknown wallet
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 191.8 million USDT to Bybit exchange from an unidentified address, signaling potential large-scale trading or deposit activity.
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Hyperliquid RWA open interest hits record $3.6B amid broader platform surge
Real-world asset derivatives on Hyperliquid reached an all-time high of $3.6B in open interest, while the platform's total open interest climbed to $11B, marking a 2026 peak.
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Key U.S. economic data and Fed testimony on tap this week
Markets face CPI inflation data and Fed Chair Warsh testimony Tuesday, followed by PPI and Bank of Canada rate decision Wednesday, and jobless claims Thursday—all closely watched indicators affecting crypto and broader asset sentiment.
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K3 Capital and Abraxas Capital withdraw ~17k ETH from exchanges
On-chain tracker Lookonchain reports K3 Capital and Abraxas Capital withdrew approximately 17,000 ETH combined from major exchanges, suggesting possible institutional accumulation.
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Strong narratives in AI chips and bitcoin can fuel speculative rallies, not just lasting gains
CoinDesk examines how structural trends in semiconductors and bitcoin can drive powerful rallies but also risk sharp corrections when momentum becomes detached from fundamentals.
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SBI Holdings and Solana Foundation partner on Japan on-chain finance infrastructure
SBI Holdings and the Solana Foundation announced a partnership to develop Japan's on-chain finance ecosystem, including JPY stablecoins, tokenized real-world assets, and institutional infrastructure.
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Binance lists SK Hynix tokenized securities (SKHYB) on spot trading
Binance announced the launch of SK Hynix tokenized securities (SKHYB) on its spot trading platform starting July 13, 2026. The exchange also offers SKHY stock and perpetuals trading for traditional finance exposure.
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Trader nets $9M profit on Aster DEX with single ESPORTS short position
A trader deposited $1M USDT on Aster DEX in mid-June and opened a 1x short on ESPORTS, generating over $9M in gains (806% return) through realized and unrealized profits within weeks. The trader has since withdrawn the initial capital.
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SBI, Solana Foundation partner on Japan on-chain financial market
Japanese financial services firm SBI has partnered with the Solana Foundation to develop on-chain financial market infrastructure in Japan, signaling institutional adoption of blockchain technology in a major economy.
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Bitcoin ETFs reverse 8-week outflow streak with $197M inflow
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds ended an eight-week period of net outflows, recording $197 million in inflows. The reversal signals renewed institutional interest after a prolonged withdrawal phase.
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Binance lists SK Hynix tokenized securities (SKHYB) on Spot
Binance announced availability of SK Hynix tokenized securities (SKHYB) on its Spot trading platform, alongside traditional stock and perpetuals trading for SKHY.
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Japan stablecoin adoption gains traction with Lawson trial and merchant platform launch
Lawson, a major Japanese convenience store chain, is piloting yen stablecoin payments in Tokyo. Separately, Netstars has launched a merchant service accepting USDC, USDT, and JPYC, signaling growing infrastructure for stablecoin commerce in Japan.
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Binance lists SK Hynix tokenized securities alongside traditional stock trading
Binance has launched trading for SK Hynix tokenized securities (SKHYB) on its spot platform, alongside traditional SKHY stock and perpetuals products, expanding its traditional finance offerings.
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SBI Holdings, Sumitomo Mitsui partner with Solana on Japan onchain finance hub
Japanese megabanks SBI Holdings and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group announced a strategic partnership with Solana Foundation to build onchain financial markets in Japan, focusing on JPY stablecoins, tokenized assets, and cross-border payments.
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Ripple CEO: SEC lawsuit prompted consideration of shutdown and asset distribution
Ripple's CEO disclosed to the University of Kansas that the 2020 SEC enforcement action led the company to weigh shutting down operations, including distributing XRP holdings to shareholders and winding down the business.
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Iran escalates regional tensions with missile strikes; oil prices surge
Iran conducted fresh missile and drone attacks on U.S. military installations across Gulf states, intensifying regional conflict and driving crude oil prices higher amid broader macro uncertainty.
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Thailand central bank audits high-volume stablecoin trades to combat illicit activity
Bank of Thailand and the SEC are reportedly using data analytics to scrutinize unusual stablecoin trading patterns, particularly involving USDT, as part of efforts to detect and prevent illicit financial flows.
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Bitcoin faces inflation data test as Wall Street accumulates ahead of CPI week
Bitcoin may face volatility as CPI inflation data is released this week. Reports indicate institutional investors are accumulating BTC amid expectations of macro market swings.
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Lawson convenience stores test yen stablecoin payments in Tokyo
Japan's Lawson convenience store chain is piloting payments in yen-denominated stablecoin JPYC at a Tokyo location starting early August, marking a step toward mainstream crypto payment adoption in retail.
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South Korea's KOSPI plunges 8.95% as circuit breaker halts trading
South Korea's KOSPI index triggered a circuit breaker and closed down 8.95% on July 13. SK Hynix tumbled over 15%, extending losses to roughly 38% from its June peak, signaling broad equity market stress.
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SBI Group plans JPYSC stablecoin lending service with 3% yield
Japan's SBI Group is preparing to launch a lending service for its JPYSC yen-backed stablecoin, offering depositors an annual yield of 3%, according to reporting by Nikkei.
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Uniswap activates protocol fees and UNI token burns; governance votes underway
Uniswap founder Hayden Adams announced that protocol fees are now live and UNI token burns have begun. Governance votes are active for fee structures on Robinhood Chain, v4, and bridge cleanup across multiple chains including Avalanche and Soneium.
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SBI Group to launch yen stablecoin lending service with 3% yield
Japan's SBI Group plans to roll out a JPYSC (yen stablecoin) lending service this month offering 3% annual yield, according to Nikkei reporting.
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Crypto Fear & Greed Index edges higher to 28 from extreme fear levels
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index rose to 28 today, up from 24 the prior week, signaling a modest shift away from extreme fear sentiment in the market.
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South Korea's KOSPI index crashes 8%, halting trading
South Korea's main stock index fell 8%, triggering an automatic market-wide circuit breaker that halted trading. The sharp decline signals broader market stress.
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Thailand's central bank audits high-volume USDT transactions in illicit finance probe
Thailand's central bank is conducting audits of large USDT transactions as part of efforts to combat money laundering and illicit financial activity.
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Thailand's central bank targets USDT in crackdown on gray-market money flows
Thailand's Bank of Thailand is focusing enforcement efforts on USDT and cash flows tied to illicit "gray money" operations, amid ongoing issues with Chinese-linked scam networks operating in the country.
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Bitcoin steady amid geopolitical turmoil as traditional assets tumble
Bitcoin remained relatively stable near $63,800 as U.S. military strikes on Iran triggered sharp selloffs across gold, oil, stocks, and bonds, highlighting crypto's divergent behavior during geopolitical crises.
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Japan PM signals support for Web3 startups and regulatory easing
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed the government's backing for Web3 startups, including funding support and moves toward lighter regulatory oversight.
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China's digital yuan adds offline payment capability
China's digital yuan app now supports offline payment codes, enabling transactions without internet connectivity. The feature is available through wallets from five Chinese banks.
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