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Microsoft flags Windows malware targeting crypto wallets via Tor
Microsoft Threat Intelligence identified a Windows-based clipper malware active since February 2026 that steals cryptocurrency wallet data. The trojan spreads via malicious shortcuts and USB drives, uses Tor to hide command-and-control traffic, and can exfiltrate seed phrases, private keys, and replace wallet addresses.
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Kraken adds on-chain Solana token trading to mobile app
Kraken has enabled direct on-chain trading of 2,500+ Solana-based tokens within its app without requiring separate wallets or seed phrases, now available to U.S. and 100+ country users.
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Ireland flags crypto as major AML/CFT risk, plans 2027 compliance framework
Ireland's first digital asset risk assessment in seven years identifies crypto as posing "very significant" money laundering and terrorism financing risks. The country plans to implement industry standards by mid-2027.
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Upbit adds 9 tokens to BTC and USDT pairs on June 19
South Korea's largest crypto exchange Upbit announced it will list PEAQ, LIT, KMNO, MORPHO, GRAM, LDO, PAXG, OSMO, and AMP against BTC and USDT, with trading opening at 15:00 KST on June 19.
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Morgan Stanley files ETF amendments for Ethereum and Solana with competitive fee structure
Morgan Stanley submitted additional amendments for proposed Ethereum and Solana ETFs, signaling ongoing SEC engagement. The filings reportedly include among the lowest fee structures available in the market.
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CFTC settles with Celsius founder Mashinsky, imposes permanent trading ban
The US Commodity Futures Trading Commission has reached a settlement with Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, marking the agency's first enforcement action against a crypto lending platform. The settlement includes a permanent trading ban for Mashinsky.
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Ethereum core dev funding at risk as foundation cuts spending, CIP expires
Former Ethereum Foundation contributor warns of potential funding shortfall for core development within 3–9 months, citing foundation spending cuts and expiration of the Client Incentive Program. Estimates ~$30M annual funding needed; argues new institutions must step in.
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Mexico's central bank blocks crypto integration in banking, says billionaire banker
Mexican billionaire Ricardo Salinas reports that the country's central bank has issued standing orders preventing banks from integrating cryptocurrency services, citing an outright prohibition.
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Micro-transactions now dominate Bitcoin network activity
Bitcoin network data shows micro-transactions have grown to represent roughly 80% of all BTC transactions, according to CryptoQuant analytics.
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Five U.S. regulators propose KYC rules for stablecoin issuers
U.S. regulators jointly proposed customer identification requirements for payment stablecoin issuers, aligning with existing banking anti-money-laundering standards under the GENIUS Act framework.
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Algorand maps quantum-resistant upgrades through 2027
Algorand announced a multi-year roadmap to achieve quantum resilience, with initial milestones beginning in Q3 2026 and full implementation targeted for end of 2027.
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CFTC permanently bans Celsius founder Mashinsky from trading
The CFTC has concluded its enforcement action against Celsius founder Alex Mashinsky, imposing a permanent ban on trading and registration activities.
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JPMorgan: Bitcoin mining profitability under pressure as price stays below estimated production cost
JPMorgan reports that Bitcoin mining economics have deteriorated, with BTC trading below the bank's estimated $78,000 production cost for five consecutive months, signaling margin compression for miners.
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ETH faces selling pressure as futures open interest drops 31%
Analysts cite rising exchange inflows, weak demand, and a sharp decline in Ether futures open interest as potential indicators of further downside pressure on ETH near $1.7K resistance.
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SEC and CFTC seek public input on derivatives definitions and jurisdiction
U.S. securities and futures regulators jointly requested comment on clarifying and aligning derivatives product definitions and regulatory frameworks, signaling coordination on crypto asset oversight.
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Ledn adds Tether's gold token to lending platform
Ledn lending platform has integrated Tether's XAUT gold-backed token, enabling users to borrow against gold holdings similar to existing Bitcoin collateral options.
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Algorand targets quantum-resistant cryptography by 2028
Algorand announced a multi-year plan to implement quantum-resistant cryptography, acknowledging the infrastructure and wallet changes required across the protocol.
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Crypto markets decline following hawkish Fed signals
Cryptocurrency markets retreated after the Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting signaled a more hawkish stance on interest rates and monetary policy.
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Tether moves 500M USDT to Binance
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 500 million USDT from Tether's treasury to Binance, signaling potential liquidity provision or preparation for trading activity.
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HIVE inks $220M GPU deal with Bell, projects $70M annual revenue
Bitcoin miner HIVE signed a $220 million sovereign cloud contract to deploy over 2,300 NVIDIA Blackwell GPUs across Canada by early 2027, with expected annual revenue of $70 million.
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Binance transfers 500M USDT to Tether Treasury
Whale Alert detected a 500 million USDT transfer from Binance to Tether's treasury, representing approximately $499.5 million in stablecoin movement.
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Alchemy's AgentCard integrates with Visa for AI-powered payments
Alchemy's AgentCard has gained access to Visa's payment network, allowing AI agents to execute transactions via Visa Intelligent Commerce.
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Bhutan government liquidates over 10,000 BTC in year-long selloff
Bhutan's government has sold approximately 10,451 BTC over the past year for roughly $979 million, with a recent transfer of 533 BTC to Binance. The nation retains about 1,750 BTC in reserves.
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Bitcoin drops to $64k after hawkish FOMC signals
Bitcoin fell to $64k following Kevin Warsh's first FOMC press conference, which signaled higher rate-hike odds. Market observers debate whether Warsh's remarks or other factors drove the decline.
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Ireland strengthens crypto oversight in updated financial crime strategy
Ireland has introduced enhanced safeguards for cryptocurrency activities as part of a new financial crime action plan, signaling tighter regulatory oversight of the sector.
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Capital B shareholders greenlight $120B financing for Bitcoin strategy
Capital B's shareholders have authorized up to $120 billion in combined equity and debt financing to fund the company's Bitcoin accumulation program.
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Alchemy launches Visa-backed payment card for AI agents
Alchemy introduced AgentCard, a virtual payment solution for AI agents that integrates Visa tokens by default while supporting crypto and agent-native payment protocols as alternatives.
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Alchemy's AI payment service integrates with Visa network for agent transactions
Alchemy's AgentCard service has gained access to Visa's Intelligent Commerce platform, enabling AI agents from any provider to execute payments and commercial transactions on the Visa network.
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Tether moves 500M USDT to Binance
Whale Alert detected a transfer of 500 million USDT from Tether's treasury to Binance, according to on-chain monitoring data.
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Coinbase CEO criticizes Illinois crypto tax law as harmful to jobs and innovation
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has publicly opposed Illinois's new cryptocurrency tax law, arguing it will damage employment and drive innovation away from the state.
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Ireland identifies crypto-asset misuse as financial crime threat, rolls out 30-point safeguard plan
Ireland's National Risk Assessment has flagged crypto-asset misuse as a top financial crime concern and introduced a 30-point action plan to strengthen oversight and controls on crypto fund flows.
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Bitcoin dips below $64K amid Fed hawkishness; BTC ETFs see $82M outflow
Bitcoin traded near $64,000 as spot ETFs recorded net outflows of $82.2 million. On-chain analysts noted improving liquidity conditions that may be establishing support levels.
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CME plans lawsuit against CFTC over bitcoin perpetual futures approval
CME's CEO announced the exchange intends to sue the CFTC regarding its approval of bitcoin perpetual futures, signaling regulatory tension in crypto derivatives markets.
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Bank of England maintains rates at 3.75%
The Bank of England held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.75%, matching market consensus. The decision affects broader macro conditions influencing crypto and risk assets.
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Stablecoin compliance platform Range closes $8.3M funding round
Range, a startup focused on stablecoin and fiat compliance infrastructure, raised $8.3 million from fintech and crypto investors. The platform aims to help finance teams manage both stablecoins and traditional fiat at scale.
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Hive secures $220M AI infrastructure deal with Bell and Cohere
Hive Blockchain signed a GPU cloud contract with Bell and Cohere for AI computing services, marking a strategic shift from bitcoin mining toward high-performance computing infrastructure.
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Bitcoin whales end selling streak, holdings hit 9-month high
Large Bitcoin holders (1,000+ BTC addresses) have reversed months of net selling, now controlling 7.17M BTC—the highest concentration since March, according to on-chain analytics firm Santiment.
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G7 escalates coordinated response to North Korean crypto theft and cybercrime
G7 nations are coordinating action against North Korean state-linked actors accused of stealing billions in digital assets and conducting broader cybercrime operations, according to researchers tracking the activity.
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Aztec probes $2M exploit targeting legacy payments system
An exploit affecting Aztec's deprecated stage 2 rollup payments product resulted in approximately $2 million in losses. The system was sunset in 2022 and Aztec Labs no longer maintains admin control.
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Capital shifts from mega-cap tech and bitcoin toward semiconductors and AI infrastructure
Investors are reallocating funds away from the Magnificent 7 tech giants and bitcoin into semiconductor and memory stocks, as well as space-related assets, citing AI infrastructure bottlenecks as the driver.
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