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Bitcoin ETFs see outflow; Ethereum ETFs post strong inflows
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded a 1-day outflow of ~1,108 BTC, though 7-day flows remain positive at +6,301 BTC. Ethereum ETFs showed sustained inflows, with +39,876 ETH in the past day and +70,627 ETH over seven days.
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EU Parliament advances Chat Control bill enabling private message surveillance
The European Parliament has advanced a Chat Control proposal that would permit monitoring of private messages. The measure has implications for privacy-focused crypto and decentralized communication platforms.
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PayPal launches native PYUSD issuance on Polygon
PayPal is expanding PYUSD stablecoin availability by enabling native issuance on Polygon and integrating with Polygon's Open Money Stack, broadening the stablecoin's reach across blockchain infrastructure.
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Gauntlet secures $125M Series C from SBI Holdings
DeFi risk management platform Gauntlet raised $125 million in Series C funding led by SBI Holdings. Founder Tarun Chitra projects tokenization and vault products will outpace stablecoin adoption in coming years.
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Bitcoin long-term holders capitulating at highest rate since late 2022
Long-term bitcoin holder capitulation reached $280M per day, the highest level since December 2022, according to Glassnode analysis. Analysts interpret the metric as a potential late-stage bear market signal.
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Bitcoin explores post-quantum signature solutions: block size vs. STARK aggregation
Bitcoin developers are weighing approaches to handle larger post-quantum signatures, including increasing block capacity or using STARK proofs to aggregate signatures more efficiently.
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MoonPay launches AI agents on Telegram
MoonPay has deployed AI-powered crypto agents to Telegram, expanding its platform's accessibility through the messaging app.
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Bitcoin whale inactive since 2010 moves 40 BTC after 16 years
A Bitcoin holder who acquired coins in 2010 moved 40 BTC for the first time in 16 years. The holdings have appreciated significantly over the period.
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White House disputes Senate Democrats over SEC, CFTC commissioner nominations
The White House denies refusing to nominate Democratic commissioners at the SEC and CFTC, claiming it requested Democratic recommendations but has not received names. The dispute emerges as lawmakers push to fill vacant minority seats ahead of Senate action on the Clarity Act.
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Hormuz shipping traffic plummets as U.S.–Iran tensions reignite
Ship crossings through the Strait of Hormuz dropped to 25 vessels yesterday, below the 30–50 daily average, after the U.S.–Iran ceasefire collapsed and both sides resumed military strikes. Maritime analysts warn shipping activity has deteriorated back to full conflict conditions.
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Russia's largest private bank pilots crypto trading services
Russia's leading private bank has begun testing cryptocurrency trading capabilities, signaling institutional interest in digital assets despite geopolitical tensions.
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BofA: AI boom redirects spending from hyperscalers to chipmakers
Bank of America reports that artificial intelligence infrastructure buildout is shifting capital allocation, with semiconductor manufacturers gaining a larger portion of AI-related spending relative to hyperscale data center operators.
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CFTC Chair warns regulators will set crypto rules if Clarity Act stalls
CFTC Chair Michael Selig cautioned that if Congress does not pass the Clarity Act, regulatory agencies will likely establish crypto rules unilaterally rather than through legislation.
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Swift launches blockchain ledger for live testing with 17 major banks
Swift's new blockchain-based ledger enters live testing phase with 17 participating banks including HSBC, UBS, Citi, and Wells Fargo, targeting 24/7 cross-border payments via tokenized deposits across six continents.
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Sony Bank receives OCC approval to issue dollar-backed stablecoin
Sony Bank has cleared regulatory approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to issue a dollar-denominated stablecoin, marking a significant step in institutional adoption of blockchain-based payments.
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Sony Bank gets OCC green light to launch US stablecoin business
Sony Bank received preliminary approval from the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to operate a stablecoin issuance business, backed by $40 million in initial capital.
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Interpol uncovers $122M crypto wallet in romance scam laundering bust
Interpol's global anti-fraud operation identified a cryptocurrency wallet processing over $122 million in 10 months linked to romance scam money laundering, resulting in 5,811 arrests worldwide.
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US financial conditions ease to 11-year highs amid stock rally and tighter spreads
US financial conditions have reached their easiest level since February 2026, driven by rising equities and narrowing corporate bond spreads despite ongoing inflation pressures. This macro backdrop typically supports risk-on sentiment in crypto markets.
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Wisconsin prosecutors file criminal complaint against Circle over frozen USDC recovery
ICIJ reports Wisconsin and New York law enforcement accused Circle of refusing to freeze or recover scam victim funds in USDC. Wisconsin filed a criminal complaint alleging non-compliance with court orders; Circle disputes the claim, citing technical limitations and jurisdictional questions.
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Latin America's largest stock exchange launches options on crypto futures
A major Latin American exchange now offers options contracts on bitcoin, ether, and solana futures. The options settle into futures rather than spot assets, eliminating token custody requirements.
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Temasek rules out direct crypto bets after $275M FTX loss
Singapore's Temasek sovereign wealth fund confirmed it has no plans for direct cryptocurrency investments, citing regulatory uncertainty and its $275 million FTX impairment. The fund will continue monitoring blockchain infrastructure applications.
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Robinhood's Ethereum L2 hits 193K daily users, $563M DEX volume in debut week
Robinhood's Layer 2 blockchain recorded 193,000 daily active addresses and approximately $563 million in decentralized exchange volume during its first week, with meme coin trading accounting for the bulk of activity.
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INTERPOL-led operation nets 5,800+ arrests, dismantles cross-chain crypto laundering ring
An INTERPOL-coordinated global fraud crackdown arrested over 5,800 suspects and exposed a cryptocurrency laundering network that used cross-chain swaps to obscure illicit funds, with investigators tracking one wallet moving $122.5M over 10 months.
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Sony subsidiary gets conditional nod to operate U.S. stablecoin trust bank
Sony Bank's New York subsidiary has received conditional regulatory approval to establish a trust bank for stablecoin operations, backed by $40 million in capitalization.
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Swift pilots blockchain ledger for round-the-clock cross-border payments with 17 banks
Swift has deployed a blockchain-based ledger enabling a consortium of 17 banks to test tokenized deposits for continuous cross-border payment settlement.
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CZ contrasts Binance's KYC enforcement with Hyperliquid's no-KYC model
Binance founder CZ acknowledged Hyperliquid's innovations in a recent interview but highlighted the fundamental difference: Hyperliquid operates without KYC requirements, whereas Binance faced regulatory pressure over weak KYC compliance. CZ noted the protocol is controlled by a small team with closed-source code, though he expressed hope for its success if decentralization is verified.
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Bitwise 10 Crypto Index ETF adds HYPE and XLM, removes DOT and AVAX
Bitwise rebalanced its flagship crypto index ETF (BITW), adding Hyperliquid and Stellar while removing Polkadot and Avalanche. HYPE receives ~0.95% weighting following strong 2026 performance.
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Sony Bank wins OCC approval for U.S. trust subsidiary to issue gaming stablecoin
Sony Bank received conditional OCC approval to establish Connectia Trust, a U.S. trust bank subsidiary, with plans to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin for Sony's gaming and entertainment platforms by 2027.
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AI IPO wave draws investor capital away from crypto markets
Major AI company listings are attracting billions in global investment, contributing to a broader shift of capital out of crypto assets and into traditional equity markets.
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South Korea's central bank pushes bank-led won stablecoin model amid deposit token trials
The Bank of Korea continues advocating for bank-issued won stablecoins while progressing deposit token pilot programs, though disagreement over issuer eligibility remains unresolved in the country's digital asset legislation.
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Interpol's Operation First Light nets 5,811 arrests, $293M in romance-scam proceeds
Interpol's 97-country Operation First Light resulted in 5,811 arrests and intercepted $293 million linked to romance fraud schemes, including a case involving a 20-year-old's wallet moving $123 million in illicit funds.
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Russia's Alfa Bank to launch digital depository for crypto services
Alfa Bank plans to establish a digital depository to offer cryptocurrency services, following similar moves by other major Russian banks as the country develops its crypto regulatory framework.
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Sony Bank gets conditional OCC approval for U.S. trust bank, stablecoin plans
Sony Bank has received conditional approval from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish a trust bank and issue a dollar-backed stablecoin, marking a significant entry by a major Japanese financial institution into U.S. crypto infrastructure.
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Bitcoin and Ether exchange reserves hit multi-year lows
Santiment data shows bitcoin supply on exchanges at lowest levels since 2017 and ether since 2015. While not a guaranteed price catalyst, reduced exchange liquidity is viewed as a structural condition that may support future bull cycles.
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Binance stablecoin reserves decline sharply amid $1B liquidity exodus
CryptoQuant reports Binance's USDC holdings fell 21.6% over 30 days to $4.6B, with over $1B in total stablecoin liquidity exiting the exchange. Large USDT and ETH withdrawals in late June and early July suggest potential structural shifts in exchange reserves.
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Russia's Alfa-Bank pilots crypto trading for accredited clients
Alfa-Bank, Russia's largest private lender, is testing cryptocurrency trading services for qualified investors as the country advances digital asset regulation and financial institutions expand crypto offerings.
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$187M USDT moved from Aave protocol to unknown address
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 187.7 million USDT from Aave to an unidentified wallet, signaling a significant liquidity movement on the protocol.
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SWIFT pilots blockchain system for round-the-clock cross-border payments with 17 banks
SWIFT has introduced a blockchain-based platform enabling 24/7 cross-border payments using tokenized deposits. A consortium of 17 global banks is preparing to test live transactions on the system.
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INTERPOL's Operation First Light nets 5,811 arrests across 97 countries; crypto used in romance scam laundering
INTERPOL's multi-country fraud operation resulted in 5,811 arrests and $293M in seized illicit assets. Thai authorities dismantled a romance scam network that converted proceeds into crypto and used cross-chain swaps to hide fund flows; one suspect's wallet moved $122.5M in 10 months.
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Bitcoin-to-gold ratio emerges as key metric for July trading
Analysis examines the BTC/XAU ratio as a potential indicator for bitcoin performance relative to gold in the coming month.
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