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Gensler argues prediction markets shouldn't override state gaming laws
Gary Gensler joined gaming associations and tribal organizations in filing an amicus brief with the Sixth Circuit, arguing that prediction markets like Kalshi overreach by sidestepping state sports-betting regulations.
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SPCX Perpetual Surges to $2.4T SpaceX Valuation on Hyperliquid
SPCX perpetual contract on Hyperliquid bounced sharply this week after three weeks of decline, with derivatives markets now pricing a first-day gain exceeding 35% and a $2.4 trillion valuation for SpaceX.
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ECB raises rates 25 basis points as Middle East conflict drives inflation
The ECB lifted rates for the first time since 2023 on June 11, pushing borrowing costs higher across the eurozone as energy prices driven by the Iran conflict push headline inflation above its 2% target.
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OpenAI Launches Free Banked Reset System for Codex Users
OpenAI launched a free banked reset feature for Codex subscribers on Plus and Pro plans, allowing users to accumulate and deploy rate limit resets on their own schedule. The rollout includes a limited-time referral program offering additional resets for inviting friends.
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KPMG: 56% of AI users made costly mistakes from unverified outputs
A KPMG survey of 48,000 people across 47 countries found that while 73% benefit from AI's efficiency gains, 56% have made mistakes trusting unverified AI outputs. The study highlights hallucinations as a critical risk requiring robust governance frameworks.
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LG and Arbitrum build blockchain ad platform for $679B market
LG Electronics and Arbitrum are developing a blockchain-based advertising platform designed to eliminate intermediaries and streamline ad buying. Digital ad spend reached $679 billion in 2025, making up 68% of worldwide ad spending.
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Coinbase Launches AI Agent Tool for Autonomous Crypto Trading
Coinbase launched Coinbase for Agents, a tool that connects AI models to user exchange accounts to execute trades, make payments, and manage crypto holdings without manual oversight. The move follows similar launches from Circle and Crossmint as AI agent infrastructure matures.
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Trump signals imminent Iran deal; oil falls, stocks rise
President Trump signaled a potential Iran agreement, prompting oil prices to drop roughly $4–$7 per barrel and stock markets to gain on reduced geopolitical risk. Iran's officials, however, called deal frameworks speculative and warned no final agreement exists.
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Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opener with three red cards
Mexico opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on June 11, but the match made history for a chaotic disciplinary record: three red cards were issued in a World Cup opening game for the first time ever.
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Cardano's Hoskinson launches Discord hub to escape X platform drama
Cardano creator Charles Hoskinson is coordinating with EMURGO president Phillip Pon to launch a moderated Discord hub for the community, moving discussions away from X amid ecosystem challenges and declining token price.
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XPL surges 30% ahead of Plasma One card launch amid token dilution concerns
XPL, the native token of Plasma blockchain, jumped roughly 30% as traders positioned ahead of tiered card memberships launching next week. The rally highlights adoption momentum, but over 75% of total supply remains unlocked, creating ongoing dilution pressure.
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India restricts diesel purchases to 200 liters daily for 90 days
India's Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas issued an order on June 11, 2026, limiting diesel purchases to 200 liters per customer daily for up to 90 days, prohibiting resale and redirecting bulk buyers to designated supply points to address retail-pump congestion caused by price-gap arbitrage.
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Trump administration issues emergency order for Duke Energy Carolinas during extreme heat
The Department of Energy issued an emergency order on June 24, 2025, allowing Duke Energy Carolinas to exceed air pollution limits during extreme heat in the Carolinas. The order remained active until 10:00 PM ET on June 25 as temperatures reached or exceeded 100°F.
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Collector Crypt opens 215K tokenized TCG packs in record week on Solana
Collector Crypt, a Solana platform tokenizing physical trading cards, set a weekly record by opening over 215,000 digital packs. The platform has crossed $50 million in cumulative revenue, but faces emerging regulatory questions around randomized pack mechanics.
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BOJ Policy Meeting Proceeds as Governor Ueda Recovers from Hospitalization
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda was hospitalized June 10 for an infected liver cyst, but Finance Minister Katayama confirmed the June 15-16 policy meeting will proceed on schedule with Deputy Governor Himino chairing the session.
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Anthropic CEO Amodei proposes government authority to block risky AI models
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei unveiled an Advanced AI Framework on June 10 that would grant the US government power to block AI models deemed unsafe, including mandatory third-party testing and revenue-based penalties for noncompliance.
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Ripple CEO Garlinghouse challenges Dimon over CLARITY Act misrepresentation
Brad Garlinghouse accused JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon of misrepresenting the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act's compliance provisions on June 11, sparking a regulatory debate over stablecoin oversight and institutional participation in crypto markets.
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Tive hits $100M ARR, $545M valuation on SaaS-plus logistics
Supply chain visibility startup Tive has reached a $100 million booked annual run rate and $545 million valuation by deploying low-cost, real-time tracking devices across more than 1,300 customers globally.
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Nakamoto Sells 600 BTC, Cuts Debt $45M in Refinance
Nakamoto Inc., the Nashville-based Bitcoin firm, sold roughly $48 million worth of BTC and derivatives to reduce debt, refinance loans with Kraken, and authorize a $25 million share buyback program.
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Coinbase Launches Tool Enabling AI Agents to Trade Crypto and Execute Payments
Coinbase introduced Coinbase for Agents, a platform that gives AI systems access to trading, payments, and portfolio management within user-defined limits. The product integrates with ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI platforms via the Model Context Protocol standard.
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Luis Enrique pushes PSG to sign Barcelona's Koundé before 2026 World Cup
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has directly appealed to the club's leadership to complete a transfer for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with PSG reportedly prepared to offer approximately €100 million for the versatile French defender.
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Barcelona pursues João Cancelo with Marc Casadó swap to Al Hilal
Barcelona is negotiating with Al Hilal to permanently sign João Cancelo by including young midfielder Marc Casadó in a creative swap deal, reducing the club's cash outlay for the Portuguese full-back.
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US money market funds shed $21.48B in week ending June 10
US money market fund assets declined to $7.87 trillion for the week ending June 10, 2026, with institutional holdings dropping $16.23 billion. The outflow reflects cautious liquidity management but hasn't triggered a rotation toward riskier assets.
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Raydium $1.34M exploit exposes legacy DeFi contract vulnerability
A $1.34 million drain from Raydium's deprecated AMM V3 pools is part of a broader pattern. Since March 2025, at least eight legacy-contract exploits have cost DeFi protocols roughly $10.8 million, with broader legacy failures pushing losses past $22 million. Current users were safe—but old infrastructure stayed live.