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Circle and Nomura partner on stablecoin FX settlement for Japanese firms
Circle and Nomura are collaborating to offer stablecoin-based foreign exchange settlement for Japanese corporate clients, aligning with Japan's expanding regulated blockchain financial ecosystem.
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Bitcoin derivatives show panic signals ahead of PCE inflation data
Bitcoin derivatives markets are flashing stress indicators as traders brace for a weak core PCE reading, which could trigger a sharp market reversal.
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Tokenized gold requires transparency on custody and bankruptcy protection, says DGLD official
A representative from DGLD discusses concerns about tokenized gold assets, agreeing with Binance CEO's skepticism and emphasizing the importance of verifying physical gold location, custodian identity, and bankruptcy-remote ownership structures.
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Uniswap rolls out browser-based token auction tool to compete in launch market
Uniswap deployed a no-code token auction feature in its Web App using its Continuous Clearing Auction system, which aims to reduce bot sniping by clearing bids across blocks at a uniform price. The move positions Uniswap as a competitor to platforms like Pumpfun in the token-launch space.
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Bitcoin gains on tech earnings optimism; PCE inflation data next focus
Bitcoin rose 0.3% to $61,106 after touching a 20-month low, supported by strong earnings from Micron and Qualcomm that boosted risk appetite. Upcoming U.S. PCE inflation data is expected to influence Federal Reserve rate decisions.
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SBI Holdings acquires bitbank for $288.6M, pending Japan regulatory nod
Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings is acquiring crypto exchange bitbank for $288.6M, combining operations to form Japan's largest crypto platform with 2.92M users and $6.8B in assets, subject to regulatory approval.
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STAY Network integrates AI and tokenized travel products into hotel booking
Staynex announced a platform combining AI, tokenized travel products, and community mechanics for hotel bookings. Executives discussed the STAY launch and roadmap in a Cointelegraph AMA.
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BlackRock deposits ~3,400 BTC and 5,100 ETH to Coinbase Prime
Lookonchain reports BlackRock moved approximately 3,410 BTC and 5,132 ETH to Coinbase Prime custody, signaling continued institutional accumulation activity.
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SBI Holdings to acquire Japanese crypto exchange Bitbank for $288.6M
SBI Holdings announced an agreement to acquire Bitbank, a Japanese cryptocurrency exchange, in a deal valued at $288.6 million. The transaction is expected to close around October 2026.
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BTC, ETH bounce on equity recovery but derivatives show persistent bearish setup
Bitcoin and Ethereum rallied alongside U.S. stocks from weekly lows, but bearish derivatives positioning and negative cumulative volume delta indicate the rebound may lack conviction.
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TRM Labs alleges CoinEx facilitated billions in flows to sanctioned Iranian entities
Blockchain analysis firm TRM Labs reported that CoinEx processed over $3.8 billion in transactions linked to sanctioned Iranian crypto firms. CoinEx has denied the allegations.
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844 BTC withdrawn from Coinbase Institutional to unknown address
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 844 BTC (approximately $52M) moving out of Coinbase's institutional custody to an unidentified wallet, signaling potential institutional repositioning or self-custody.
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85.9M TRX moved to Binance from unknown wallet
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 85.9 million TRX (valued around $28.2M) from an unidentified address to Binance, potentially signaling a large deposit or liquidation event.
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XRP Ledger becomes largest host of RLUSD stablecoin supply
The XRP Ledger has surpassed Ethereum in total RLUSD stablecoin holdings, with $801M on XRPL compared to $795M on Ethereum, marking the first time XRPL leads in this metric.
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Kraken launches on-chain OTC lending warehouse with Maple
Kraken has expanded its over-the-counter lending capabilities by establishing an on-chain warehouse facility in partnership with Maple, a decentralized lending protocol.
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Crypto exchanges pivoting toward RWA trading as traditional assets gain volume
CryptoQuant CEO notes that Binance's USDT-margined futures show metals, oil, and stocks now outpace altcoin volume, signaling crypto platforms are expanding into real-world asset derivatives.
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Kalshi eyes $40B valuation after $1B funding round
Prediction market platform Kalshi is seeking a valuation near $40 billion, roughly double its $22 billion valuation from last month, amid ongoing regulatory disputes between federal and state authorities.
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Record 10.8M Bitcoin held at loss as long-term holders accumulate
On-chain data shows nearly 11 million BTC are underwater, while long-term holders have accumulated a record 14.8 million coins, signaling divergent holder behavior.
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UK wealth advisors lose sight of half of clients' crypto holdings, CoinShares survey finds
A CoinShares survey shows 52% of UK wealth advisors report that most of their clients' crypto exposure falls outside their oversight, often due to firm policy restrictions. Meanwhile, 61% of European advisors face firm-level restrictions on crypto.
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Kraken partners with Maple Finance for onchain OTC lending warehouse
Kraken has launched an onchain warehouse facility with Maple Finance to expand OTC lending services. Maple's lenders will supply USDC liquidity through a revolving credit line for Kraken's OTC borrowers.
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Circle to partner with Nomura on instant FX settlement in Japan by 2027
Circle plans to launch instant foreign exchange settlement services with Nomura, a major Japanese financial institution, as early as 2027, according to Nikkei reporting.
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Circle and Nomura partner on USDC-based FX settlement for Japan
Circle and Nomura Holdings announced a partnership to build an instant foreign currency settlement service for Japanese corporations using USDC, with a targeted launch in 2027.
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TRM Labs: $3.8B moved by Iranian entities through CoinEx
Blockchain analytics firm TRM Labs reported that 60 sanctioned Iranian entities moved $3.8 billion through CoinEx, with the exchange's illicit transaction share significantly exceeding industry peers.
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Thailand issues arrest warrant in $28M illegal crypto mining case
Thai authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng in connection with illegal cryptocurrency mining operations that allegedly consumed $28 million in electricity.
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$10B Bitcoin options expiry on Deribit could test market amid institutional pullback
About $10 billion in Bitcoin options notional value expires Friday on Deribit. Many contracts are bullish bets now underwater as BTC has declined, potentially forcing traders into defensive positioning and adding selling pressure to an already weakened market.
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Arkham breaks down privacy coin tech, tradeoffs across Monero and Zcash
Arkham Intelligence released research examining how privacy coins use cryptography to obscure transaction details while maintaining network verifiability, analyzing Monero, Zcash, and the technical and regulatory tradeoffs in the privacy-focused crypto sector.
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Polymarket's pUSD stablecoin crosses $500M in total supply
Polymarket's native stablecoin pUSD has surpassed $500 million in circulation, marking a significant growth milestone for the prediction market platform.
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Indonesia mandates competency certs for crypto-promoting influencers
Indonesia has introduced a requirement for influencers recommending cryptocurrency and digital assets to obtain competency certifications, tightening oversight of promotional activity in the sector.
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Senate CLARITY Act final text due this weekend, floor vote targeted for July
Senator Lummis signals the final text of the CLARITY Act will be released this weekend, with a Senate floor vote expected in July. The bill aims to provide regulatory clarity for digital assets.
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Indonesia mandates certifications for crypto-promoting influencers
Indonesia's financial regulator is introducing certification requirements for influencers who recommend cryptocurrency and digital assets, part of a broader global trend toward stricter finfluencer oversight.
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Only 231 of 1,200+ crypto firms licensed ahead of MiCA EU deadline
With five days remaining before the EU's Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) regulatory deadline, fewer than 20% of previously-operating crypto firms have obtained required licenses, signaling potential market disruption.
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Polish exchange Kanga obtains MiCA license in Latvia for EU operations
Kanga, a Poland-based crypto exchange, has obtained a Class 3 MiCA license from Latvia, allowing it to offer crypto services across the EU. The move comes as Poland continues working on its own MiCA implementation framework.
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$1B in crypto liquidations in 24 hours, longs hit hardest
Crypto markets saw roughly $1 billion in liquidations over the past day, with long positions accounting for approximately $780 million of the total.
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Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin gains regulatory approval in Japan
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin has received official approval for use in Japan, marking a regulatory win for the company in a major Asian market.
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South Korea fines Bithumb for unauthorized overseas data transfers
South Korean regulators penalized Bithumb approximately $136,000 for breaching personal data protection rules by transferring user information abroad without consent.
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Bitcoin spot ETFs see $469M outflow; Ethereum ETFs down $30M on June 24
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $469M on June 24, though Grayscale's BTC Mini Trust saw inflows of $23.6M. Ethereum spot ETFs posted $30.2M in net outflows, with Fidelity's FETH leading declines at $15.7M.
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Whale withdraws 17.7K ETH from Binance in apparent accumulation move
A newly created wallet withdrew approximately 17,675 ETH (~$28.6M) from Binance, according to on-chain monitoring. The large off-exchange transfer is typically interpreted as a sign of whale accumulation.
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MemeCore crashes 75% on insider concentration concerns
MemeCore token fell over 75% in 24 hours to $0.67, amid questions about insiders controlling more than 90% of supply and the token's $6B valuation.
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Bitcoin, ether see $1B in liquidations as AI trade volatility spills into crypto
Bitcoin fell to its lowest level since early June amid a wave of liquidations totaling $1 billion, tracking weakness in AI-related equities. Earnings from Micron and SK Hynix's U.S. listing plans helped stabilize the sector.
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Dormant whale exits 27.5K ETH after 7 years, realizes $39M profit
A long-inactive Ethereum whale sold 27,585 ETH over two days at ~$1,625 per coin, netting over $39M in gains. The address had accumulated unrealized profits exceeding $130M at peak valuations.
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