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Stablecoin market shrinks $10B from May peak, largest monthly drop since Terra collapse
Stablecoin market cap fell roughly $10 billion from May highs, with June accounting for $7.7 billion of that decline—the steepest monthly drop since May 2022. USDT and USDC led the pullback, though the overall contraction represents only ~3% of total supply.
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Asia's regulatory landscape shifts: Japan explores crypto ETFs, Korea backs stablecoin framework
Japan is advancing toward crypto asset ETFs while South Korea develops a bank-led stablecoin regime. Kazakhstan is accelerating digital asset adoption, Malaysia seized over 75,000 illegal mining rigs, and India's central bank reaffirmed opposition to crypto.
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Bitcoin proposal BIP-110 faces waning community backing
A Bitcoin improvement proposal (BIP-110) is losing support within the developer community, with backers citing defense of the network's core principles as motivation for the change.
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Stablecoin market cap drops $10B since May amid June outflows
Stablecoin market capitalization has declined by $10 billion since May, with June alone accounting for $7.7 billion in outflows—the largest monthly contraction since Terra-Luna's collapse in May 2022. Analysts expect the sector to resume growth over time.
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Thailand's central bank and SEC scrutinize large USDT flows
Thailand's Bank of Thailand and Securities and Exchange Commission are jointly reviewing high-value stablecoin transactions, particularly USDT, amid concerns over hidden ownership and potential circumvention of remittance rules. New cash deposit thresholds also apply.
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Prediction market bets may qualify for investment tax treatment vs. gambling rules
Kalshi and similar prediction market platforms may allow U.S. traders to claim broader loss deductions and lower tax rates than traditional sportsbooks, since event contracts are structured as investments. However, the IRS has not issued formal guidance, leaving traders exposed to potential back taxes and penalties.
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Pakistan regulator seeks dialogue on crypto payments after Islamic scholar ruling
Pakistan's virtual-assets regulator met with an Islamic scholar who issued a ruling against crypto-based purchases, and is pushing for ongoing talks on how digital assets should be treated.
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Fidelity identifies Bitcoin near long-term power law support zone
Fidelity's global macro director notes Bitcoin is approaching a power law support line tracked since 2015, characterizing it as an accumulation zone, though a near-term catalyst for a bounce remains unclear.
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Bonzo Lend suffers $9M exploit despite smart contract audits
DeFi lending protocol Bonzo Lend was exploited for $9 million, highlighting vulnerabilities that persisted even after security reviews. The incident underscores ongoing risks in smart contract deployment.
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Bitcoin volatility down 50% vs prior cycle; analyst flags bullish divergence signals
Real Vision's Jamie Coutts notes Bitcoin volatility has declined 50% from the last cycle, suggesting the current price zone may be near a bottom. He observes bullish divergence forming on longer timeframes while short-term signals remain bearish, cautioning that decelerating negative momentum doesn't confirm an exit from the bear market.
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BlackRock's BUIDL tokenized fund surges past $900M on Avalanche
BlackRock's BUIDL tokenized money market fund has grown to over $900M in assets on Avalanche, up roughly 105% in a week. The fund now holds ~$2.87B total AUM across networks, ranking among the largest on-chain U.S. Treasury funds.
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Cambridge study ranks Ethereum among most energy-efficient PoS networks
A Cambridge analysis found Ethereum consumes approximately 7.87 GWh annually and ranks second-lowest in market-value-adjusted energy intensity among proof-of-stake blockchains studied.
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Ethereum gains on Bitcoin amid ETF inflows and Layer 2 expansion
Ethereum is outperforming Bitcoin, driven by ETF inflows, growing Layer 2 ecosystem activity, and increased on-chain usage metrics.
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US-Iran tensions spike; Hormuz strait closure threatens global energy supplies
Escalating US-Iran military strikes culminated in Tehran declaring the Strait of Hormuz closed, raising risks to oil markets and global supply chains. Both sides signal openness to diplomacy despite ongoing attacks.
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Coinbase aids Singapore police in blocking $4.2M crypto scam
Coinbase collaborated with Singapore law enforcement to disrupt a cryptocurrency scam, preventing losses exceeding $4.2 million and protecting over 145 potential victims.
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Empery Digital liquidates 1,400 BTC to fund AI data center and reduce debt
Empery Digital sold approximately 1,400 Bitcoin for $87.1 million to finance an AI data center expansion and pay down liabilities, according to Cointelegraph.
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Custodia Bank escalates Fed access fight to Supreme Court
Custodia Bank has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review the Federal Reserve's rejection of its application for access to the Fed's payment system, escalating a key regulatory dispute over crypto-friendly banking infrastructure.
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U.S. strikes Iran again; Strait of Hormuz closure weighs on markets
The U.S. conducted fresh military strikes on Iran this week, prompting Tehran to reportedly close the Strait of Hormuz. Bitcoin and ether showed minimal price movement amid the escalation.
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Ripple CEO: Company considered shutdown, XRP distribution before SEC fight
Brad Garlinghouse disclosed that Ripple's leadership weighed dissolving the company and distributing XRP holdings to shareholders as an alternative to contesting the 2020 SEC lawsuit, ultimately choosing litigation instead.
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Bitcoin BIP 110 fork proposal faces zero miner backing as debate intensifies
A proposal to temporarily limit arbitrary data storage on Bitcoin has gained no miner support ahead of its deadline. Key figures including Michael Saylor and Adam Back argue the consensus fight over spam mitigation poses greater risk than the spam problem itself.
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ETH sees $84M institutional ETF inflows amid retail selling pressure
Ethereum is experiencing conflicting flows: institutional buyers accumulating via ETFs while retail investors sell, creating mixed directional signals for the asset.
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Coinbase Ventures leads crypto VC deal activity in H1 2026
Coinbase Ventures topped crypto venture capital deal participation in the first half of 2026 with 30 transactions, followed by Animoca Brands (19), a16z crypto (18), and Tether (15), per CryptoRank data.
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Saylor, Back oppose BIP-110 Ordinals proposal amid protocol debate
Bitcoin advocates Michael Saylor and Adam Back have publicly criticized a BIP-110 proposal related to Ordinals, as the broader Ordinals ecosystem continues to see declining transaction volumes.
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Ripple CEO: Company weighed shutdown option during 2020 SEC lawsuit
Brad Garlinghouse disclosed that Ripple considered ceasing operations when the SEC initiated legal action against the firm in 2020, according to reporting by Cointelegraph.
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Ripple CEO: Company weighed shutdown option during 2020 SEC lawsuit
Brad Garlinghouse disclosed that Ripple considered ceasing operations and distributing XRP to shareholders after the SEC's 2020 enforcement action, but opted to continue fighting to preserve jobs.
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Bitcoin approaches cycle lows as spot ETF outflows hit $8B
Bitcoin is trading near cycle lows despite record $8 billion in outflows from spot ETFs, signaling potential capitulation or reallocation among institutional holders.
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Major whale withdraws $99M in ETH and BTC from Binance since late June
A tracked whale address has withdrawn approximately 49,400 ETH and 250 BTC from Binance since June 30, totaling roughly $99.9M in value. The pattern suggests sustained accumulation by a large holder.
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Back and Saylor oppose BIP 110, citing decentralization and precedent risks
Adam Back and Michael Saylor publicly opposed BIP 110 implementation on Bitcoin. Back warned it violates decentralization principles and risks a fork; Saylor argued it sets a dangerous precedent by invalidating valid transactions over a spam dispute.
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SK Hynix flags severe memory chip shortage risk from AI demand surge in 2027
SK Hynix has warned that accelerating AI adoption could trigger the worst memory chip supply shortage in industry history by 2027, signaling potential hardware bottlenecks ahead.
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Empery Digital stock rises after selling Bitcoin holdings for AI data center expansion
Empery Digital sold its Bitcoin treasury to fund an AI data center project, with shares rising following the move. The sale follows shareholder pressure to abandon the crypto strategy and leadership changes.
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Whale deposits ~$191M USDC to Aave
An unidentified whale transferred approximately 191 million USDC tokens to the Aave protocol, according to Whale Alert. The deposit represents significant liquidity movement into the lending platform.
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Whale Alert flags ~$191M USDC transfer from Aave
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 190.9 million USDC from Aave to an unidentified address, signaling a significant liquidity movement on the protocol.
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USDT dominance surges 88% year-over-year, reaches multi-month highs
Tether stablecoin market share has climbed 88% annually and now exceeds levels seen in mid-2024, signaling increased demand for dollar-pegged assets in crypto markets.
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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz indefinitely after warning shot
Iran's IRGC navy announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz until further notice, following an incident involving a warning shot at a vessel using an unauthorized route, according to state media reports.
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Ethereum Foundation: AI identifies real bugs, but human review stays critical
The Ethereum Foundation reports that AI tools have uncovered legitimate protocol vulnerabilities, while emphasizing that human expertise remains essential for security validation and decision-making.
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Bitcoin's monthly RSI hits lowest level since 2022
Bitcoin's 30-day relative strength index has fallen to levels not seen since 2022, signaling potential oversold conditions in the longer-term trend.
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Robinhood's tokenized stocks reach 40K holders amid rapid weekly growth
Robinhood's tokenized stock offering surpassed 40,000 holders following a tenfold surge in weekly adoption, signaling growing interest in blockchain-based equity tokens.
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Solana fees plummet 78% amid weakest quarter since 2023
Solana network transaction fees have dropped sharply by 78%, coinciding with the blockchain's worst quarterly performance since 2023, raising questions about network activity and recovery prospects.
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Russian national kidnapped, extorted for crypto in Bali
A Russian national was reportedly kidnapped and beaten in Bali, Indonesia in an extortion scheme targeting cryptocurrency. Reports suggest approximately $4.9M in funds were stolen.
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Bonzo Lend exploited for $9M via Supra oracle price manipulation
Hedera-based lending protocol Bonzo Lend suffered a $9 million loss after the Supra price oracle accepted a manipulated price update. A second attacker extracted ~$1M and claimed white-hat status, pledging to return funds.
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