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Upbit clarifies it only expressed interest in future OUSD participation
South Korean exchange Upbit walked back expectations by stating it merely signaled potential future involvement with OpenStandard's OUSD ecosystem, as multiple Korean firms distance themselves from the stablecoin project.
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SEC reframes crypto rules as regulatory necessity, not concession; CLARITY Act stalled
The SEC stated that crypto regulatory rules are a necessity rather than a favor to the industry, while the CLARITY Act—proposed legislation to clarify digital asset oversight—remains pending.
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Public companies hold over 1.26M BTC, exceeding 6% of supply
Public companies have accumulated more than 1.26 million Bitcoin, representing over 6% of the total circulating supply, according to BitcoinTreasuries.net data.
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UK MP reports Reform leader to standards watchdog over alleged crypto lobbying
A Labour MP has reported Reform UK leader Nigel Farage to the UK standards watchdog, alleging he lobbied the Bank of England on policy that could benefit his largest donor, who holds significant Tether holdings.
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MEXC expands to stocks, commodities with zero-fee trading and AI tools
Crypto exchange MEXC is broadening its platform to include U.S. stock and commodities trading with zero fees, AI-powered features, and reserve safeguards as exchanges compete to reduce friction for users.
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IMF warns tokenization could shift financial risks to infrastructure and smart contracts
IMF official Tobias Adrian cautioned that as tokenization expands, regulatory choices will determine whether it strengthens or destabilizes the financial system, with risks potentially migrating from traditional banks to market infrastructure and smart contract platforms.
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Bitcoin ETFs see $222M inflow, ending 10-day withdrawal streak
Bitcoin exchange-traded funds recorded $222 million in net inflows, reversing a 10-day period of consecutive outflows and signaling renewed institutional interest.
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Alibaba restricts employee access to Anthropic's Claude Code citing security concerns
Alibaba has reportedly prohibited staff from using Anthropic's Claude Code tool due to alleged backdoor vulnerabilities. The move reflects growing corporate scrutiny of AI tool security in enterprise environments.
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Bitwise CIO: No longer pure Bitcoin buyer, now flexible on monetization
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said the firm's updated capital framework allows it to sell Bitcoin when needed, rather than being a one-way buyer. He attributed recent volatility in MSTR and related instruments to deleveraging cycles typical of market peaks.
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ESMA adds 37 crypto firms to MiCA register, including Standard Chartered
EU regulator ESMA published its first post-deadline update to the MiCA register, bringing 37 crypto-asset service providers into compliance, including major bank Standard Chartered and trading firm FalconX.
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Trump reports $1.4B+ crypto income; critics flag potential conflict as admin shapes rules
President Trump disclosed at least $1.4 billion in crypto income for 2025 and told CNBC he acted lawfully and was unaware of full holdings. Observers have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest given his administration's role in crypto regulation.
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Spotify demands branding removal from prediction markets after fake streams manipulated bets
Spotify has requested that prediction platforms Kalshi and Polymarket remove its branding following an incident where manipulated streaming data was used to settle music-related wagers, Bloomberg reported.
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Bitcoin ETFs see $222M inflow, halting 10-day outflow streak
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $222 million in inflows Thursday, ending a 10-day period that saw $2.7 billion in net outflows. Analysts caution that a single positive day does not confirm a sustained reversal in investor sentiment.
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Bitcoin whales accumulate $16.7B as institutional ETF outflows hit record
Large bitcoin holders purchased $16.7 billion in BTC over two weeks while U.S. institutional ETF products saw record $4 billion in outflows during June, a divergence pattern that has historically preceded market recoveries.
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Bitcoin supply metric flashes first buy signal since late 2022
An on-chain supply indicator has generated its first buy signal since November 2022, suggesting potential bear market exhaustion, though analysts caution that BTC price may still face downside pressure.
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Circle mints 750M USDC on Solana
Circle issued 750 million USDC stablecoin tokens on the Solana blockchain, expanding liquidity on the network.
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Zcash Ironwood upgrade may slip as ecosystem prepares Z3 migration
Shielded Labs indicates exchanges, mining pools and wallet providers may require additional time to complete Z3 software migration ahead of Zcash's Ironwood upgrade.
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Options data suggests traders remain cautious on BTC, ETH bounce
Bitcoin and ether options markets indicate traders are not fully committing to the recent price recovery, signaling underlying caution despite the bounce.
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Defendant moves to dismiss NY lawsuit over dormant Bitcoin wallets
A defendant holding one of thousands of dormant Bitcoin wallets has filed to dismiss a New York lawsuit seeking control of approximately 39,000 wallets valued at roughly $229 billion.
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Public companies now hold over 1.26M BTC, representing 6% of total supply
Top 100 public companies collectively hold approximately 1.26 million BTC, or 6% of Bitcoin's 21M maximum supply, with MicroStrategy leading holdings followed by Twenty One Capital and Metaplanet.
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Crypto gains as Fed rate-hike odds fall, Uniswap partners with Robinhood
Crypto markets rallied after weak U.S. jobs data reduced expectations for near-term Fed rate increases. Separately, Uniswap announced a partnership with Robinhood, boosting the DEX token.
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TRON deploys quantum-resistant signature tech on testnet
Justin Sun announced that TRON's quantum-resistant signature feature is now live on its testnet, marking a step toward enhanced cryptographic security.
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AI chip stocks cool as bitcoin gains, signaling potential capital rotation
Memory and semiconductor stocks that led markets in 2026 are losing steam, while bitcoin rebounds—suggesting investors may be reallocating capital away from AI hardware into crypto assets.
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2,041 BTC withdrawn from Kraken to unknown address
Whale Alert detected a transfer of approximately 2,041 bitcoin from Kraken exchange to an unidentified wallet, signaling potential movement of significant holdings off the platform.
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USDC Treasury mints 250M tokens
Whale Alert detected a 250 million USDC mint from the USDC Treasury, representing a significant stablecoin supply increase.
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India's RBI pursues "containment" strategy for crypto, isolates banks while exploring tokenization
India's central bank is reportedly adopting a containment approach to crypto, seeking to insulate banks from digital assets and private stablecoins while leaving room for regulated tokenization initiatives.
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Korean firms deny formal talks with Open USD alliance despite listed membership
Samsung Electronics, Dunamu, KakaoBank, and other Korean companies listed as Open USD alliance members say they have not held formal discussions with the issuer and were unaware of their inclusion, raising questions about the alliance's governance and legitimacy.
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Altcoin sell pressure reaches multi-year low
CryptoQuant data shows altcoin selling pressure has hit its lowest level in several years, potentially signaling reduced distribution pressure.
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Eight crypto projects' buybacks outpaced supply growth since January
Tokenomist reports that eight projects including HYPE, AAVE, and GMX have executed buybacks exceeding circulating supply growth since January. HYPE led in dollar terms with $283M in buybacks, while MET saw the largest relative impact with buybacks at 71% of January supply.
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India's central bank pushes for banking sector isolation from crypto
India's central bank has renewed calls for lawmakers to restrict bank exposure to crypto and private stablecoins, while supporting regulated tokenization frameworks.
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Russia's central bank signals digital ruble ready for September rollout
Bank of Russia governor states infrastructure is prepared for broad digital ruble adoption ahead of a September launch. The central bank is also exploring stablecoins for cross-border payments, though only as a secondary tool to the digital ruble.
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$30M in seized crypto from criminal asset enters Coinbase, raising sell pressure concerns
A $30 million cryptocurrency stash linked to criminal activity has been transferred to Coinbase, potentially signaling imminent liquidation and downward price pressure on Bitcoin.
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IMF warns tokenized finance could amplify market shocks despite efficiency gains
The International Monetary Fund cautioned that while tokenization may improve financial speed and reduce costs, it could also increase vulnerability to sudden market disruptions and systemic contagion.
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Irish authorities seize 500 BTC in criminal proceeds, 2026 total reaches 1,500
Ireland's Criminal Assets Bureau has recovered another 500 Bitcoin in criminal proceeds, bringing its 2026 seizures to approximately 1,500 BTC worth roughly $92 million.
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US spot Bitcoin ETFs see strongest daily inflows since May
US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $221.7 million in daily inflows, marking the largest single-day intake since early May, as BTC recovered above $61,000.
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Securitize reports 106% growth in distributed value over 30 days
Securitize saw distributed value surge 106% in the past month, signaling accelerating adoption in the tokenized credit sector, per RWA data.
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JPMorgan flags risks in new Bitcoin sale policy
JPMorgan analysts warn that a new Bitcoin sale policy creates two-way market risk, according to Cointelegraph reporting.
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US spot bitcoin ETFs snap 10-day outflow streak with $222M inflows
US bitcoin ETFs recorded net inflows of $222 million, ending a 10-day streak of outflows. BlackRock's IBIT was the exception, posting $40.4 million in outflows.
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Majority of Bitcoin supply now held at a loss
On-chain data shows more bitcoin is currently held at a loss than at a profit, a bearish signal reflecting recent price weakness.
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Standard Chartered backs USDC in banking expansion push
Standard Chartered has announced support for USDC stablecoin, signaling institutional adoption and expanded banking infrastructure for the asset.
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