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  • $180 Million Hacked From Brazilian Banking System: Attackers Cashed out Using Crypto According to local media, this may be the largest hack ever perpetrated against the Brazilian banking system. Attackers leveraged USDT and bitcoin to cash out through exchanges and crypto institutions, using instant payment systems such as Pix. The Brazilian banking system has faced what might be the largest attack ever perpetrated against several of its institutions. On Tuesday, local media reported that C&M, a company that provides financial software to several large financial institutions in Brazil, including Bradesco, the second-largest bank in the country, had been attacked. The unidentified party exploited a vulnerability in C&M’s software that allowed it to take control of several accounts linked to BMP, a banking-as-a-service provider. This allowed them to take millions of reais from institutions like Bradesco and Credsystem, another institution that provides credit card services. While the Central Bank of Brazil acknowledged the attack happened and has disconnected C&M’s access to the system, there have been no official reports detailing the actual losses caused by this exploit. Sources report that losses could reach up to 1 billion reais (over $180 million), which would already be out of the reach of these institutions, as hackers took quick action to move these funds outside the system using Pix, the Brazilian instant payment system. To this end, the attackers took advantage of the popularity of this payment system and directed the stolen funds to several cryptocurrency exchanges supporting this feature to launder the funds. Part of the money was exchanged through these Brazilian platforms for bitcoin and Tether’s USDT. Rocelo Lopes, CEO of Smartpay, criticized the vulnerability of the Brazilian banking system, which lacks the needed guardrails to stop this kind of attack in its tracks.
  • Openpayd and Ripple Partner to Enhance Fiat and Stablecoin Infrastructure for Streamlined Cross-Border Payments Openpayd, a prominent provider of financial infrastructure, has announced a strategic partnership with Ripple aimed at delivering compliant and scalable payment solutions for enterprise clients. This collaboration will integrate Openpayd’s global fiat infrastructure, including real-time payment rails and multi-currency accounts, with Ripple Payments, which utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate fast and transparent cross-border payments in EUR and GBP. The partnership also enhances Openpayd’s stablecoin infrastructure by enabling direct minting and burning of Ripple USD (RLUSD), allowing businesses to seamlessly convert between fiat and RLUSD while accessing a comprehensive suite of services through a single API. Both companies emphasize the importance of robust fiat infrastructure for mainstream stablecoin adoption, with the partnership designed to simplify cross-border payments and improve liquidity management for enterprises.
  • 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Widens Trump-Musk Schism: Dawn of the America Party The implications of the upcoming approval of Trump’s trademark “big, beautiful bill” have prompted Musk to oppose it, warning senators about its potential dangers. Musk stated that if the bill is approved, the America Party would be formed to oppose both sides of the aisle. Elon Musk Blasts Debt Implications of Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Calls for Founding New America Party Elon Musk has taken his criticism of President Trump’s and the Republican Party’s “big, beautiful bill” to another level, pushing against senators supporting this initiative and proposing the creation of a new political party catering to centrist individuals. Musk blasted the changes that the bill would bring, including the increase of the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, hinting at a public debt growth under Trump’s current administration. On X, Musk objected to the upcoming approval of this bill, stressing that “every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame!” Furthermore, Musk vowed to attack these senators and make them lose their primary elections next year. In a subsequent post, Musk proposed the creation of a new political party that would group citizens not in line with the policies promoted by Republicans and Democrats. He stated: If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day. Our country needs an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty so that the people actually have a VOICE. In a poll where over 5 million voted, 80% supported Musk’s America Party proposal. President Donald Trump quickly reacted to Musk’s remarks, calling him out for receiving subsidies from the Federal government to keep his companies operating. On Truth Social, Trump highlighted that Musk may get more subsidies “than any human being in history, by far, and without subsidies, Elon would probably have to close up shop and head back home to South Africa.” This exchange widens the already large gap between the former collaborators, as Musk believes that the big, beautiful bill is contrary to what he sought to achieve with the Department of Government Efficiency ( DOGE) initiative.
  • Number of Bitcoin Wallets Holding Over $1 Million Sees Significant Jump: Coinbase Institutional Coinbase Institutional projects a constructive outlook for cryptocurrency markets in the second half of 2025, driven by economic optimism, corporate adoption and regulatory progress. Positive 2H25 Crypto Outlook Amid Rising Institutional Holdings The report identifies three key themes: improved U.S. macroeconomic prospects reducing recession fears, increasing adoption by corporate treasuries as a significant demand source, and a shifting U.S. regulatory landscape supporting stablecoins and market structure. While acknowledging risks like potential yield curve steepening or forced selling from specialized corporate vehicles, Coinbase views these as manageable near-term concerns. A notable trend is the sharp rise in corporate entities focused primarily on accumulating bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. This corporate adoption is reflected in on-chain data showing a significant increase in the number of bitcoin (BTC) wallets holding balances exceeding $1 million. Data cited from Glassnode indicates these high-value wallets rose substantially from levels seen in early 2024 through May 2025. Number of Bitcoin Wallets Holding Over $1 Million Sees Significant Jump: Coinbase Institutional This corporate accumulation, often funded through equity or debt issuance, introduces potential systemic risks related to forced selling or discretionary selling pressure. However, Coinbase analysts note that major debt maturities for these vehicles generally extend to late 2029 or beyond, mitigating immediate forced selling concerns. On regulation, Coinbase highlights strong momentum for stablecoin legislation potentially reaching President Trump’s desk before the August congressional recess, alongside progress on a broader crypto market structure bill clarifying roles for the CFTC and SEC. The SEC also faces decisions on numerous pending exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications throughout 2025. Despite risks, Coinbase expects bitcoin’s upward trend to continue, while altcoin performance may depend more on specific factors like upcoming regulatory decisions on single-asset ETFs. The overall outlook remains positive based on the confluence of economic, adoption, and regulatory factors.
  • Lazarus Group Launders $1.95M in Stolen Ethereum via Tornado Cash Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has identified hackers tied to North Korea’s Lazarus Group laundering $1.95 million worth of stolen crypto through the mixer Tornado Cash. North Korea’s Hackers Use Tornado Cash to Obfuscate the Trail of $1.95M Ethereum The theft originated from a May 16, 2025, attack where a victim lost $3.2 million from multiple Solana addresses, according to ZachXBT. The hackers market-sold the assets and bridged funds to the Ethereum chain before depositing 800 ETH into Tornado Cash across two transactions: 400 ETH on June 25 and another 400 ETH on June 27. Lazarus Group Launders $1.95M in Stolen Ethereum via Tornado Cash Image shared by ZachXBT in his Telegram channel. Approximately $1.25 million in DAI and Ethereum remains untouched at the address “0xa5f,” ZachXBT stated. The Solana theft address is identified as “C4WY1.” The Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored hacking collective operated by North Korea, conducts large-scale cyberattacks to fund the regime’s weapons programs. It has stolen billions in cryptocurrency since 2018 through exchange hacks, ransomware, and phishing schemes, drawing sanctions from the U.S. Treasury. Authorities and investigators like ZachXBT will likely monitor the unmoved $1.25 million as blockchain analysts trace the Lazarus Group’s cross-chain laundering tactics. With Tornado Cash’s role, however, the Ethereum-based tool obscures transaction trails and makes it more difficult.
  • Africa's Stablecoin Boom: An 'Economic Lifeline' for Emerging Markets The founder of an African stablecoin association said he supports BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes’ claim that one-third of Nigeria’s GDP is conducted in USDT. He emphasized that stablecoins are a vital economic lifeline for emerging markets and marginalized communities. Stablecoins an Economic Lifeline A founder of a Nigerian stablecoin platform has backed BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes’ assertions in a recent blog that a third of Nigerian gross domestic product (GDP) is conducted in USDT. According to Nathaniel Luz, who also leads the Africa Stablecoin Network, Hayes’ claims are hardly surprising because stablecoins are proving to be an “economic lifeline” for emerging markets and countries with broken financial systems. From proving to be a much more effective way of paying for imports to rescuing the financially excluded, stablecoins like USDT are showing themselves to be a life-changing financial innovation. Explaining to Bitcoin.com News why stablecoins are increasingly popular in Africa, Luz said: They serve as a financial lifeline for individuals who need to make prompt payments to import goods. They serve as an economic lifeline for people who have been marginalized, specifically those who cannot access funds through conventional banking apps. They are an economic lifeline for third-world countries, emerging markets, and people whom the big financial players have marginalized. Stablecoins do not discriminate. In his recent blog post, Hayes revealed that a board member of an unnamed major U.S. bank highlighted the threat posed by stablecoins to a business model that has earned financial services billions of dollars for years. According to Hayes, the said board member believes stablecoins are inevitable; therefore, financial institutions must adapt or sink. While a growing number of U.S.-based financial institutions are eagerly exploring the launch of their own stablecoins, these ambitions remain largely tethered to the elusive promise of a clear regulatory framework. Of the two stablecoin bills currently before U.S. lawmakers, only the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act has managed to clear significant legislative hurdles. Africa More Than Ready for Stablecoins Analysts contend that only after a definitive and comprehensive law is enacted will a floodgate truly open for companies seeking to introduce their stablecoin offerings. However, unlike in the U.S., which until recently pursued a hostile policy toward digital assets, stablecoins in Africa already have “75% of the criteria for full adoption with a ready market.” According to Luz, while regulation is the only missing piece of the puzzle, some African governments are finally waking up to this reality. “The current Nigerian government is pro-crypto and pro-stablecoin. Cryptocurrency is entirely legal in Nigeria, and we can see government bodies like the SEC coming up with the ‘Crypto Smart, Nigeria Strong’ initiative to educate and increase the adoption of cryptocurrencies. It is time for Africa, and we are glad to be a part of it,” Luz said. Regarding his association’s role in promoting the use of stablecoins in Africa, Luz explained that the African Stablecoin Network is focused on stablecoin adoption in Africa. As part of this mandate, the network is set to hold a conference in July that draws stakeholders from the finance and fintech industry. On lessons that can be drawn from the ongoing process to establish a stablecoin regulatory regime in the U.S., Luz said African governments must distinguish stablecoins from cryptocurrencies. “Just as the U.S. began with the STABLE and GENIUS Acts, financial regulatory bodies in Nigeria and other African countries must establish separate regulations for stablecoins,” Luz stated.
  • Strike CEO Jack Mallers: Bitcoin Is a Moral Revolution, Not Just an Investment Jack Mallers, the CEO of Strike and Twenty One Capital, delivered a keynote at BTC Prague arguing bitcoin represents a moral revolution against a failing financial system burdening younger generations. Youth Bear Cost of Money Printing, Mallers Says; Bitcoin Provides Hope Strike CEO Jack Mallers used his keynote address at BTC Prague to frame bitcoin as a necessary moral and generational revolution against a financial system he claims has failed young people. He rejected characterizations of bitcoin (BTC) as solely for the wealthy or speculative gain. Mallers, identifying as a young millennial, asserted his generation struggles under the weight of government debt and policies favoring elites. “My generation is struggling,” Mallers stated. “It’s not an investment; it’s a revolution.” He described government debt as “a form of time travel,” spending future resources, and asked why problems like poverty persist if money can simply be printed. He traced systemic issues back to President Nixon ending the U.S. dollar’s convertibility to gold in 1971 and the subsequent petrodollar system. Mallers cited economist Robert Triffin’s dilemma, arguing that the dollar’s reserve status forces the U.S. to run deficits, exporting inflation and instability domestically. Mallers said: The cost of printing is not paid in currency—it’s paid in us. The youth bear it. Citing statistics, Mallers claimed social decline accelerated after 1971, including falling birth rates, rising divorce, increasing single-parent poverty, soaring health costs, declining life expectancy relative to Japan, unaffordable housing, and exploding incarceration rates. “Global reserve gone awry is not superpower—it’s a disease,” he argued. Mallers contended that fiat money, controlled by governments, represents a “moral violation.” “Printing money is a moral violation—it’s stealing from future generations without consent. Fiat is a moral wrong,” he declared. He positioned bitcoin as humanity’s next essential tool, akin to fire or the printing press, designed with unbreakable ethical rules: “no censorship, no inflation… no theft.” “Before bitcoin is the best-performing asset, it’s a moral stand,” Mallers asserted. He emphasized Bitcoin’s foundation in mathematics and cryptography, making it resistant to seizure or censorship: “Bitcoin creates immensity—the strength no violence can break.” He highlighted the community’s role: “Bitcoiners are bitcoin—the nodes enforcing consensus are run and defended by humans.” Concluding, Mallers urged his generation to see BTC as hope for a better future. “Bitcoin is a moral option… It uses math to preserve happiness, saving, family, hope,” he said, adding: “Choose ethical money. Choose freedom.”
  • The U.S. House shows 66% pro-Bitcoin alignment, signaling a major shift towards crypto-backed growth. The GENIUS Act, now advances to the House for consideration, while the CLARITY crypto market-structure bill heads to the Senate.
  • Bakkt Files for $1 Billion Shelf Offering, May Allocate to Bitcoin Bakkt Holdings, Inc. filed a $1 billion mixed securities shelf offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), potentially funding bitcoin acquisitions under its updated investment strategy. Crypto Firm Bakkt Seeks $1B in Flexible Capital Raise for Digital Assets The crypto platform’s Form S-3 registration, filed June 26, 2025, allows it to sell Class A common stock, preferred stock, debt securities, warrants, or units in one or more future offerings. Proceeds may support working capital and “general corporate purposes,” per the prospectus. The shelf mechanism provides flexibility to raise capital opportunistically over time without new SEC filings. Bakkt Files for $1 Billion Shelf Offering, May Allocate to Bitcoin BKKT share performance as of June 26, 2025. Bakkt’s updated investment policy, disclosed on June 10, 2025, explicitly permits bitcoin (BTC) and digital asset acquisitions using cash reserves, financing proceeds, or other capital. The policy aims to align treasury strategy with crypto market exposure, though the firm noted no purchases have yet occurred. The SEC filing highlights significant business challenges, including client concentration and non-renewal of a major contract. Bakkt’s loyalty segment faces potential divestment as it refocuses on crypto services. A March 2025 cooperation agreement with Distributed Technologies Research Global Ltd. aims to integrate payment-processing technology. Regulatory uncertainties feature prominently in risk disclosures. Bakkt warned that evolving crypto rules, potential security classification of digital assets, and banking access disruptions could materially impact operations. Cybersecurity threats to digital holdings and operational hurdles in integrating new assets were also cited. Bakkt did not specify a timeline for securities sales but the crypto community is amped up about this prospect. Its Class A shares (NYSE: BKKT) and public warrants (BKKT WS) remain listed. The shelf offering requires prospectus supplements detailing terms for each tranche. If Bakkt does allocate to bitcoin, the company will join a slew of firms using the same strategy
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    $180 Million Hacked From Brazilian Banking System: Attackers Cashed out Using Crypto According to local media, this may be the largest hack ever perpetrated against the Brazilian banking system. Attackers leveraged USDT and bitcoin to cash out through exchanges and crypto institutions, using instant payment systems such as Pix. The Brazilian banking system has faced what might be the largest attack ever perpetrated against several of its institutions. On Tuesday, local media reported that C&M, a company that provides financial software to several large financial institutions in Brazil, including Bradesco, the second-largest bank in the country, had been attacked. The unidentified party exploited a vulnerability in C&M’s software that allowed it to take control of several accounts linked to BMP, a banking-as-a-service provider. This allowed them to take millions of reais from institutions like Bradesco and Credsystem, another institution that provides credit card services. While the Central Bank of Brazil acknowledged the attack happened and has disconnected C&M’s access to the system, there have been no official reports detailing the actual losses caused by this exploit. Sources report that losses could reach up to 1 billion reais (over $180 million), which would already be out of the reach of these institutions, as hackers took quick action to move these funds outside the system using Pix, the Brazilian instant payment system. To this end, the attackers took advantage of the popularity of this payment system and directed the stolen funds to several cryptocurrency exchanges supporting this feature to launder the funds. Part of the money was exchanged through these Brazilian platforms for bitcoin and Tether’s USDT. Rocelo Lopes, CEO of Smartpay, criticized the vulnerability of the Brazilian banking system, which lacks the needed guardrails to stop this kind of attack in its tracks.

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    Openpayd and Ripple Partner to Enhance Fiat and Stablecoin Infrastructure for Streamlined Cross-Border Payments Openpayd, a prominent provider of financial infrastructure, has announced a strategic partnership with Ripple aimed at delivering compliant and scalable payment solutions for enterprise clients. This collaboration will integrate Openpayd’s global fiat infrastructure, including real-time payment rails and multi-currency accounts, with Ripple Payments, which utilizes blockchain technology to facilitate fast and transparent cross-border payments in EUR and GBP. The partnership also enhances Openpayd’s stablecoin infrastructure by enabling direct minting and burning of Ripple USD (RLUSD), allowing businesses to seamlessly convert between fiat and RLUSD while accessing a comprehensive suite of services through a single API. Both companies emphasize the importance of robust fiat infrastructure for mainstream stablecoin adoption, with the partnership designed to simplify cross-border payments and improve liquidity management for enterprises.

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    'Big, Beautiful Bill' Widens Trump-Musk Schism: Dawn of the America Party The implications of the upcoming approval of Trump’s trademark “big, beautiful bill” have prompted Musk to oppose it, warning senators about its potential dangers. Musk stated that if the bill is approved, the America Party would be formed to oppose both sides of the aisle. Elon Musk Blasts Debt Implications of Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Calls for Founding New America Party Elon Musk has taken his criticism of President Trump’s and the Republican Party’s “big, beautiful bill” to another level, pushing against senators supporting this initiative and proposing the creation of a new political party catering to centrist individuals. Musk blasted the changes that the bill would bring, including the increase of the debt ceiling by $5 trillion, hinting at a public debt growth under Trump’s current administration. On X, Musk objected to the upcoming approval of this bill, stressing that “every member of Congress who campaigned on reducing government spending and then immediately voted for the biggest debt increase in history should hang their head in shame!” Furthermore, Musk vowed to attack these senators and make them lose their primary elections next year. In a subsequent post, Musk proposed the creation of a new political party that would group citizens not in line with the policies promoted by Republicans and Democrats. He stated: If this insane spending bill passes, the America Party will be formed the next day. Our country needs an alternative to the Democrat-Republican uniparty so that the people actually have a VOICE. In a poll where over 5 million voted, 80% supported Musk’s America Party proposal. President Donald Trump quickly reacted to Musk’s remarks, calling him out for receiving subsidies from the Federal government to keep his companies operating. On Truth Social, Trump highlighted that Musk may get more subsidies “than any human being in history, by far, and without subsidies, Elon would probably have to close up shop and head back home to South Africa.” This exchange widens the already large gap between the former collaborators, as Musk believes that the big, beautiful bill is contrary to what he sought to achieve with the Department of Government Efficiency ( DOGE) initiative.

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    Number of Bitcoin Wallets Holding Over $1 Million Sees Significant Jump: Coinbase Institutional Coinbase Institutional projects a constructive outlook for cryptocurrency markets in the second half of 2025, driven by economic optimism, corporate adoption and regulatory progress. Positive 2H25 Crypto Outlook Amid Rising Institutional Holdings The report identifies three key themes: improved U.S. macroeconomic prospects reducing recession fears, increasing adoption by corporate treasuries as a significant demand source, and a shifting U.S. regulatory landscape supporting stablecoins and market structure. While acknowledging risks like potential yield curve steepening or forced selling from specialized corporate vehicles, Coinbase views these as manageable near-term concerns. A notable trend is the sharp rise in corporate entities focused primarily on accumulating bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. This corporate adoption is reflected in on-chain data showing a significant increase in the number of bitcoin (BTC) wallets holding balances exceeding $1 million. Data cited from Glassnode indicates these high-value wallets rose substantially from levels seen in early 2024 through May 2025. Number of Bitcoin Wallets Holding Over $1 Million Sees Significant Jump: Coinbase Institutional This corporate accumulation, often funded through equity or debt issuance, introduces potential systemic risks related to forced selling or discretionary selling pressure. However, Coinbase analysts note that major debt maturities for these vehicles generally extend to late 2029 or beyond, mitigating immediate forced selling concerns. On regulation, Coinbase highlights strong momentum for stablecoin legislation potentially reaching President Trump’s desk before the August congressional recess, alongside progress on a broader crypto market structure bill clarifying roles for the CFTC and SEC. The SEC also faces decisions on numerous pending exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications throughout 2025. Despite risks, Coinbase expects bitcoin’s upward trend to continue, while altcoin performance may depend more on specific factors like upcoming regulatory decisions on single-asset ETFs. The overall outlook remains positive based on the confluence of economic, adoption, and regulatory factors.

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    Lazarus Group Launders $1.95M in Stolen Ethereum via Tornado Cash Blockchain investigator ZachXBT has identified hackers tied to North Korea’s Lazarus Group laundering $1.95 million worth of stolen crypto through the mixer Tornado Cash. North Korea’s Hackers Use Tornado Cash to Obfuscate the Trail of $1.95M Ethereum The theft originated from a May 16, 2025, attack where a victim lost $3.2 million from multiple Solana addresses, according to ZachXBT. The hackers market-sold the assets and bridged funds to the Ethereum chain before depositing 800 ETH into Tornado Cash across two transactions: 400 ETH on June 25 and another 400 ETH on June 27. Lazarus Group Launders $1.95M in Stolen Ethereum via Tornado Cash Image shared by ZachXBT in his Telegram channel. Approximately $1.25 million in DAI and Ethereum remains untouched at the address “0xa5f,” ZachXBT stated. The Solana theft address is identified as “C4WY1.” The Lazarus Group, a state-sponsored hacking collective operated by North Korea, conducts large-scale cyberattacks to fund the regime’s weapons programs. It has stolen billions in cryptocurrency since 2018 through exchange hacks, ransomware, and phishing schemes, drawing sanctions from the U.S. Treasury. Authorities and investigators like ZachXBT will likely monitor the unmoved $1.25 million as blockchain analysts trace the Lazarus Group’s cross-chain laundering tactics. With Tornado Cash’s role, however, the Ethereum-based tool obscures transaction trails and makes it more difficult.

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    Africa's Stablecoin Boom: An 'Economic Lifeline' for Emerging Markets The founder of an African stablecoin association said he supports BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes’ claim that one-third of Nigeria’s GDP is conducted in USDT. He emphasized that stablecoins are a vital economic lifeline for emerging markets and marginalized communities. Stablecoins an Economic Lifeline A founder of a Nigerian stablecoin platform has backed BitMEX founder Arthur Hayes’ assertions in a recent blog that a third of Nigerian gross domestic product (GDP) is conducted in USDT. According to Nathaniel Luz, who also leads the Africa Stablecoin Network, Hayes’ claims are hardly surprising because stablecoins are proving to be an “economic lifeline” for emerging markets and countries with broken financial systems. From proving to be a much more effective way of paying for imports to rescuing the financially excluded, stablecoins like USDT are showing themselves to be a life-changing financial innovation. Explaining to Bitcoin.com News why stablecoins are increasingly popular in Africa, Luz said: They serve as a financial lifeline for individuals who need to make prompt payments to import goods. They serve as an economic lifeline for people who have been marginalized, specifically those who cannot access funds through conventional banking apps. They are an economic lifeline for third-world countries, emerging markets, and people whom the big financial players have marginalized. Stablecoins do not discriminate. In his recent blog post, Hayes revealed that a board member of an unnamed major U.S. bank highlighted the threat posed by stablecoins to a business model that has earned financial services billions of dollars for years. According to Hayes, the said board member believes stablecoins are inevitable; therefore, financial institutions must adapt or sink. While a growing number of U.S.-based financial institutions are eagerly exploring the launch of their own stablecoins, these ambitions remain largely tethered to the elusive promise of a clear regulatory framework. Of the two stablecoin bills currently before U.S. lawmakers, only the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act has managed to clear significant legislative hurdles. Africa More Than Ready for Stablecoins Analysts contend that only after a definitive and comprehensive law is enacted will a floodgate truly open for companies seeking to introduce their stablecoin offerings. However, unlike in the U.S., which until recently pursued a hostile policy toward digital assets, stablecoins in Africa already have “75% of the criteria for full adoption with a ready market.” According to Luz, while regulation is the only missing piece of the puzzle, some African governments are finally waking up to this reality. “The current Nigerian government is pro-crypto and pro-stablecoin. Cryptocurrency is entirely legal in Nigeria, and we can see government bodies like the SEC coming up with the ‘Crypto Smart, Nigeria Strong’ initiative to educate and increase the adoption of cryptocurrencies. It is time for Africa, and we are glad to be a part of it,” Luz said. Regarding his association’s role in promoting the use of stablecoins in Africa, Luz explained that the African Stablecoin Network is focused on stablecoin adoption in Africa. As part of this mandate, the network is set to hold a conference in July that draws stakeholders from the finance and fintech industry. On lessons that can be drawn from the ongoing process to establish a stablecoin regulatory regime in the U.S., Luz said African governments must distinguish stablecoins from cryptocurrencies. “Just as the U.S. began with the STABLE and GENIUS Acts, financial regulatory bodies in Nigeria and other African countries must establish separate regulations for stablecoins,” Luz stated.

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    Strike CEO Jack Mallers: Bitcoin Is a Moral Revolution, Not Just an Investment Jack Mallers, the CEO of Strike and Twenty One Capital, delivered a keynote at BTC Prague arguing bitcoin represents a moral revolution against a failing financial system burdening younger generations. Youth Bear Cost of Money Printing, Mallers Says; Bitcoin Provides Hope Strike CEO Jack Mallers used his keynote address at BTC Prague to frame bitcoin as a necessary moral and generational revolution against a financial system he claims has failed young people. He rejected characterizations of bitcoin (BTC) as solely for the wealthy or speculative gain. Mallers, identifying as a young millennial, asserted his generation struggles under the weight of government debt and policies favoring elites. “My generation is struggling,” Mallers stated. “It’s not an investment; it’s a revolution.” He described government debt as “a form of time travel,” spending future resources, and asked why problems like poverty persist if money can simply be printed. He traced systemic issues back to President Nixon ending the U.S. dollar’s convertibility to gold in 1971 and the subsequent petrodollar system. Mallers cited economist Robert Triffin’s dilemma, arguing that the dollar’s reserve status forces the U.S. to run deficits, exporting inflation and instability domestically. Mallers said: The cost of printing is not paid in currency—it’s paid in us. The youth bear it. Citing statistics, Mallers claimed social decline accelerated after 1971, including falling birth rates, rising divorce, increasing single-parent poverty, soaring health costs, declining life expectancy relative to Japan, unaffordable housing, and exploding incarceration rates. “Global reserve gone awry is not superpower—it’s a disease,” he argued. Mallers contended that fiat money, controlled by governments, represents a “moral violation.” “Printing money is a moral violation—it’s stealing from future generations without consent. Fiat is a moral wrong,” he declared. He positioned bitcoin as humanity’s next essential tool, akin to fire or the printing press, designed with unbreakable ethical rules: “no censorship, no inflation… no theft.” “Before bitcoin is the best-performing asset, it’s a moral stand,” Mallers asserted. He emphasized Bitcoin’s foundation in mathematics and cryptography, making it resistant to seizure or censorship: “Bitcoin creates immensity—the strength no violence can break.” He highlighted the community’s role: “Bitcoiners are bitcoin—the nodes enforcing consensus are run and defended by humans.” Concluding, Mallers urged his generation to see BTC as hope for a better future. “Bitcoin is a moral option… It uses math to preserve happiness, saving, family, hope,” he said, adding: “Choose ethical money. Choose freedom.”

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    The U.S. House shows 66% pro-Bitcoin alignment, signaling a major shift towards crypto-backed growth. The GENIUS Act, now advances to the House for consideration, while the CLARITY crypto market-structure bill heads to the Senate.

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    Bakkt Files for $1 Billion Shelf Offering, May Allocate to Bitcoin Bakkt Holdings, Inc. filed a $1 billion mixed securities shelf offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), potentially funding bitcoin acquisitions under its updated investment strategy. Crypto Firm Bakkt Seeks $1B in Flexible Capital Raise for Digital Assets The crypto platform’s Form S-3 registration, filed June 26, 2025, allows it to sell Class A common stock, preferred stock, debt securities, warrants, or units in one or more future offerings. Proceeds may support working capital and “general corporate purposes,” per the prospectus. The shelf mechanism provides flexibility to raise capital opportunistically over time without new SEC filings. Bakkt Files for $1 Billion Shelf Offering, May Allocate to Bitcoin BKKT share performance as of June 26, 2025. Bakkt’s updated investment policy, disclosed on June 10, 2025, explicitly permits bitcoin (BTC) and digital asset acquisitions using cash reserves, financing proceeds, or other capital. The policy aims to align treasury strategy with crypto market exposure, though the firm noted no purchases have yet occurred. The SEC filing highlights significant business challenges, including client concentration and non-renewal of a major contract. Bakkt’s loyalty segment faces potential divestment as it refocuses on crypto services. A March 2025 cooperation agreement with Distributed Technologies Research Global Ltd. aims to integrate payment-processing technology. Regulatory uncertainties feature prominently in risk disclosures. Bakkt warned that evolving crypto rules, potential security classification of digital assets, and banking access disruptions could materially impact operations. Cybersecurity threats to digital holdings and operational hurdles in integrating new assets were also cited. Bakkt did not specify a timeline for securities sales but the crypto community is amped up about this prospect. Its Class A shares (NYSE: BKKT) and public warrants (BKKT WS) remain listed. The shelf offering requires prospectus supplements detailing terms for each tranche. If Bakkt does allocate to bitcoin, the company will join a slew of firms using the same strategy

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    USDT on TRON Surpasses $80 Billion, Strengthening TRON’s Position as the Leading Stablecoin Network TRON DAO announced today that the total circulating supply of USDT on the TRON blockchain has exceeded $80 billion, further cementing TRON’s position as the top blockchain for USDT activity. With USDT holding more than 63 percent of the global stablecoin market and surpassing 155 billion dollars in circulation, over half of that supply is issued on TRON. Since January 2025, the supply of USDT issued on the TRON network has grown by approximately 20 billion, according to a data platform Token Terminal. TRON continues to lead all blockchain networks in USDT issuance, transaction volume, and daily user activity. TRON has established itself as the preferred settlement network for stablecoins, hosting around 60 percent of payment transaction volume. Its scale and efficiency continue to position it as the backbone for digital dollar movement across borders and diverse financial applications. As of June 2025, TRON processes over 8.9 million daily transactions and has surpassed 315 million total user accounts. Additionally, the network facilitates an average of $21.5 billion in daily USDT transfers. With over 1 million unique wallets transacting USDT each day, TRON also leads in active stablecoin wallet usage, representing 28 percent of global active addresses. With stablecoins playing an increasingly important role in cross-border settlement, financial access, and dollarization in emerging markets, TRON has established itself as one of the most widely used blockchain networks in the world. Its combination of scale, speed, and low transaction costs has made it the preferred environment for stablecoin activity worldwide. “TRON’s success is grounded in its alignment with the core values of crypto—openness, user empowerment, and real-world utility,” said Justin Sun, founder of TRON. “ USDT on TRON has become the go-to choice for millions of people because it works—it’s fast, efficient, and easy to use. The TRON ecosystem remains focused on building reliable infrastructure for the next generation of digital finance.” TRON’s leadership in the stablecoin space continues to evolve to meet growing institutional demand. In April 2025, World Liberty Financial chose TRON to launch its USD1 stablecoin, which began minting earlier this month. Additionally, the TRON ecosystem has deepened its focus on financial compliance through the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU), a joint initiative with Tether and TRM Labs. Since launch, T3 FCU has worked with law enforcement agencies worldwide to freeze over $160 million linked to illicit activity. As the digital dollar economy continues to expand, TRON remains a core pillar of the infrastructure driving greater efficiency and financial inclusion. About TRON DAO TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps. Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether ( USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $80 billion. As of June 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 315 million in total user accounts, more than 10 billion in total transactions, and over $21 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN.

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    Ledger to Phase out Nano S Model, Urges Users to Upgrade Per a recent developer update from Ledger, the hardware wallet maker is gradually retiring support for the Ledger Nano S. The company advises users to upgrade to a newer model, citing upcoming shifts in blockchain protocols that could render the device obsolete over time. Ledger Plans to Discontinue Nano S Support After Nine-Year Run Ledger, the maker of crypto hardware wallets, is winding down its Nano S line and urging users to prepare for a switch to modern alternatives. Though not its debut product, the Nano S gained widespread popularity after its 2016 launch, marking Ledger’s first big hit in the consumer wallet market. “Ledger is transitioning away from the Ledger Nano S,” the company’s Spring 2025 update notes. “As a result, new applications, feature submissions, and app updates on the Nano S will not be accepted. We recommend you begin planning for this transition now to ensure continuity for the users by warning your community that support of your blockchain app/wallet/service on the Nano S is not guaranteed.” Ledger to Phase out Nano S Model, Urges Users to Upgrade Ledger also confirmed it has stopped manufacturing the Nano S and suggests users and developers move to its other models like the Nano S Plus or Nano X. When the announcement hit social media, it didn’t take long for a wave of frustration to ripple through the user base. “Very uncool Ledger – you effectively force anyone to buy and enter the seed into a new device,” one user wrote on X. Another individual said they were hoping someone would release open-source software to keep the Ledger Nano S functional since it’s their preferred low-effort cold wallet option. As the Nano S era winds down, the shift signals more than just a product phaseout—it’s a nudge toward evolving security standards in a rapidly advancing space. Whether through open-source efforts or newer models, Ledger Nano S users now face a choice.

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    Lightchain AI Ramps Up Development on Decentralized Inference, Rewards, and Federated Training Systems. June 2025 – Lightchain AI, the pioneering Layer-1 protocol fusing blockchain infrastructure with decentralized artificial intelligence, has announced the development of several new components aimed at scaling its vision of on-chain AI services. As Lightchain AI approaches its highly anticipated mainnet launch, the core team is actively building and testing systems that will enable real-time, decentralized AI interactions while empowering users to contribute compute and earn rewards—all in a fully permissionless environment. Among the most notable systems in active development: Chat AI Inference Integration The team is finalizing a robust on-chain inference module that will allow users to submit and receive AI queries directly from the Lightchain dashboard. Powered by Lightchain’s AI Virtual Machine (AIVM), this module enables smart contract-verified inference jobs that are processed in a decentralized network—ushering in a new era of open, uncensorable AI utilities. Reward Mechanism for Compute Providers To support this decentralized AI backbone, Lightchain AI is implementing an autonomous payment system that rewards GPU operators for successfully completing inference tasks. Rewards will be paid in LCAI tokens, ensuring compute providers are compensated fairly and transparently. Federated Learning Contribution Client Lightchain AI is also building a standalone federated learning client that will allow anyone with idle GPU power to contribute to training the global Lightchain model. Contributors will help improve AI performance while earning tokenized rewards for their efforts—decentralizing not just inference, but AI training itself. Validator & Node SDK Kit To expand the Lightchain ecosystem and support developers and node operators, an SDK is being rolled out with complete tooling for validators, node setup, and AI integration. This kit will streamline onboarding and provide access to Lightchain’s AI-native protocol infrastructure. These developments underscore Lightchain AI’s mission to build a trustless, censorship-resistant AI platform at the infrastructure level—one where inference, training, and rewards are all executed through blockchain-native mechanisms. “This is about reimagining what AI looks like when it’s embedded into the chain itself, not just bolted on,” said a core contributor at Lightchain AI. “We’re building a network where AI is decentralized by design, and where anyone can participate in powering the next wave of intelligence.” The Lightchain AI presale remains active with bonus rewards available in the final round. Early supporters can still join the decentralized AI revolution and secure their stake in what many are calling the most forward-thinking project in Web3 and machine intelligence.

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    Crypto ETFs Stay Green: Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Record Solid Weekly Inflows Amid Market Bitcoin ETFs closed the week with an impressive $1.02 billion net inflow, extending their bullish streak, while ether ETFs notched their sixth straight week of inflows, adding $40.24 million. The crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF) market wrapped up the third week of June on a resoundingly positive note as both bitcoin and ether funds posted net inflows, reflecting growing investor confidence amid a steady market environment. Bitcoin ETFs led the charge with a net inflow of $1.02 billion for the week, marking their second consecutive week of inflows above $1 billion. The standout moment came on Monday, June 16, with a hefty $412.2 million net inflow, setting the tone for an all-green trading week. Leading the pack once again was Blackrock’s IBIT, securing a remarkable $1.23 billion inflow. Other gainers included Bitwise’s BITB ($29.85 million), Grayscale’s Bitcoin Mini Trust ($14.93 million), and Hashdex’s DEFI fund ($1.17 million). Meanwhile, Ark 21Shares’ ARKB disappointed with a $187.79 million outflow, while Fidelity’s FBTC and Grayscale’s GBTC saw $61.66 million and $3.15 million outflows, respectively. Ether ETFs also extended their bullish run with a net inflow of $40.24 million, making this their 6th consecutive positive week. Blackrock’s ETHA topped the list with $48.19 million in net inflows, followed by Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust ($10.59 million), Bitwise’s ETHW ($3.62 million), and Vaneck’s ETHV ($1.77 million). ETF Weekly Recap: Bitcoin ETFs Post $1.02 Billion Net Inflow for the Week Source: Sosovalue Notably, Grayscale’s ETHE and Fidelity’s FETH struggled with weekly outflows of $9.02 million and $14.91 million, respectively. Trading volumes remained robust for both bitcoin and ether ETFs as total net assets across the board held firm. The persistent inflow streak underscores market optimism, with institutional interest showing no signs of slowing in mid-June.

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    Iran’s retaliatory strike on a U.S. base in Qatar, viewed as de-escalatory by markets, triggering a 6% oil price drop, Bitcoin rebounding to $103K, and modest stock gains

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    Everything Blockchain Commits $10M to Multi-Token Crypto Treasury Including SOL, XRP, SUI, TAO and HYPE Everything Blockchain Inc. unveils a $10 million crypto treasury initiative targeting SOL, XRP, SUI, TAO, and HYPE, marking the first U.S. public company to pursue a diversified, staking-based blockchain investment strategy with potential shareholder dividends. Multi-Token Crypto Treasury Plan by EBZT Comes With Potential Shareholder Dividends Everything Blockchain Inc. (OTC: EBZT) has revealed plans to invest $10 million into 5 rapidly expanding blockchain networks: Solana (SOL), Ripple (XRP), Sui (SUI), Bittensor (TAO), and Hyperliquid (HYPE). This move positions EBZT as the first U.S. publicly traded company to build a diversified, staking-focused crypto treasury designed to capture yield and future institutional interest. According to the press release, the strategy reflects growing market demand for crypto-backed equity plays. However, EBZT’s model is unique, offering retail investors early access to high-growth blockchain networks while capturing staking rewards. “While bitcoin grabbed headlines, the real money is flowing into the blockchain networks powering tomorrow’s financial infrastructure. EBZT shareholders are getting front-row seats to the biggest institutional crypto shift since bitcoin ETFs launched,” said CEO Arthur Rozenberg. Estimated annual staking yields could generate $1 million in rewards, with potential dividends flowing directly to shareholders, making EBZT the first public company to propose such a crypto-driven payout model. The $36 billion global staking market remains underexplored by public companies, leaving EBZT with a potential first-mover advantage. The firm also plans a Nasdaq uplisting to attract institutional capital before competitors crowd the space.

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    Bitcoin Seesaws After Fed Governor Waller Hints at a July Rate Cut Waller made the comments on Friday during an interview with CNBC, just two days after the Federal Reserve voted to keep rates unchanged for the fourth time in a row. Waller’s Dovish Comments Lift Bitcoin, But Only Temporarily Perhaps U.S. President Donald Trump’s incessant name-calling has finally taken effect after Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller hinted at an interest rate cut “as early as July” during a CNBC interview on Friday. Crypto and stock markets initially jumped on the news, with bitcoin climbing past $106K, but the cryptocurrency has since retreated to $104K at the time of reporting. Markets were mixed, with the Dow up 0.16% and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq both down 0.26% and 0.64% respectively. Crypto markets didn’t fare much better, initially inching up 0.47% before shedding 0.13% at the time of writing. Bitcoin Seesaws After Fed Governor Waller Hints at a July Rate Cut (Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has been the target of vicious name-calling by U.S. President Donald Trump / Donald Trump on Truth Social) Trump has poked fun at Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell for weeks on end, calling him a “numbskull,” “dumb,” and “stupid” for not cutting rates. The president has even concocted a nickname, “Too Late,” a reference to Trump’s assertion that Powell is dragging his feet and not lowering rates quickly enough. But now, the president may finally see the rate cut he’s been calling for as soon as next month, at least according to Waller. “I think we’re in the position that we could do this and as early as July,” Waller said, referring to a potential rate cut. “That would be my view, whether the committee would go along with it or not.” Overview of Market Metrics Bitcoin is currently hovering around $104,294.98 and has been trading between $103,932.09 and $106,539.38 over the past 24 hours. The current price represents a marginal 0.05% dip on the day and a 1.22% decline over the past week. Bitcoin Seesaws After Fed Governor Waller Hints at a July Rate Cut ( BTC price / Trading View) Trading volume edged up by 1.54% to $42.65 billion, indicating continued interest from market participants. Bitcoin’s total market capitalization fell slightly to $2.07 trillion, down 0.06% from the previous day. Despite the choppy performance, BTC dominance saw a small uptick to 64.94%, suggesting modest outflows from altcoins. Bitcoin Seesaws After Fed Governor Waller Hints at a July Rate Cut ( BTC dominance / Trading View) Meanwhile, BTC futures open interest climbed 0.90% to $70.09 billion, which could mean increased speculation in derivatives markets. Liquidations paint a picture of overzealous bulls whose long positions got wiped out to the tune of $40.03 million over the past 24 hours. $22.61 million in shorts was also liquidated, resulting in $62.64 million in total liquidations since yesterday.

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    Unlicensed Crypto Activity in Jordan Could Soon Carry Jail Time Jordan’s new digital asset trading legislation will come into force 90 days following its publication in the official gazette. Central Bank Digital Currency Not Covered by New Law Jordan’s digital asset trading law is set to become effective in 90 days following the publication of the Virtual Currency Trading Law of 2025 in the official gazette. Once effective, the law will regulate virtual asset-related activities conducted within Jordan or carried out on behalf of third parties. The law, however, does not cover digital securities and financial assets regulated by the Securities Commission or digital currency issued by the Central Bank of Jordan. As explained in a statement, the Jordanian Cabinet can still subject other digital representations of value to the provisions of the law and consider them investment instruments. The law meanwhile clarifies that only entities licensed by the commission will be permitted to conduct operations in the kingdom. “The law prohibits individuals or entities from conducting or promoting virtual asset activities within the kingdom unless licensed by the Securities Commission. Activities are considered within the kingdom if the service provider is established or has a business presence in Jordan or markets its services to Jordanian clients,” the statement explains. Under the new law, the Securities Commission will be entrusted with licensing, monitoring and supervising virtual asset service providers. It is expected to ensure their compliance with relevant anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism finance regulations. The law will also allow the Central Bank to authorize the use of virtual assets for payment purposes, provided specific regulations are followed. Additionally, the Central Bank will oversee financial institutions involved in certain virtual asset activities, but only after granting prior approval. Meanwhile, individuals found to be in violation of the provisions face imprisonment of not less than one year and a fine ranging between $70,500 and $141,000. The law also empowers Jordanian authorities to shut down unlicensed entities.

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    These Top Meme Coins Are Exploding - 3 High-Potential Picks Before Dogecoin Price Hits $1 According to Neo Pepe. Dogecoin might have kicked off the meme coin frenzy, but as the crypto landscape continues evolving into 2025, its growth trajectory significantly pales in comparison to newer meme tokens featuring compelling fundamentals, vibrant community engagement, and tangible real-world utilities. While DOGE continues its prolonged struggle to surpass the elusive $1 barrier, an exciting new wave of meme coins—led prominently by Neo Pepe Coin ($NEOP)—is quickly gaining investor attention, driving fresh excitement in the crypto market. Neo Pepe Coin’s robust and secure presale infrastructure, combined with its fully DAO-controlled treasury, is rapidly attracting significant early-stage investments, already surpassing $1.3 million and progressing into stage 4 of its presale. Fuelled not only by strong cultural resonance but also by unmatched structural transparency, Neo Pepe Coin exemplifies the cutting-edge meme coin generation that savvy investors are closely monitoring. These tokens provide extraordinary growth potential, presenting investors with the rare opportunity to transform modest investments into substantial returns. Dogecoin Losing Ground to Innovative Meme Coins Dogecoin initially captivated the crypto community with its viral meme status and novelty charm. However, in the fast-paced crypto market of 2025, nostalgia alone cannot sustain market value. Slow technological advancements, limited practical utility, and increasingly centralized governance have led DOGE to fall significantly behind innovative meme coin alternatives tailored to meet contemporary investor demands. Today’s crypto investors seek projects that combine adaptive tokenomics, transparent governance structures, robust incentive mechanisms, and agile responsiveness—features Dogecoin notably lacks. The crypto community is swiftly gravitating toward meme tokens that deliver advanced functionalities such as decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) governance, deflationary mechanisms, and sophisticated smart contract safety. DOGE, while iconic, simply cannot match the innovation and adaptive capabilities showcased by these emerging meme tokens, poised for dramatic growth. 3 Top Meme Coins Set to Skyrocket Before DOGE Hits $1 Dogecoin’s ongoing struggle to break past the $1 mark has opened up opportunities for newer meme coins with clearer and more credible growth trajectories. Here are three leading contenders: Neo Pepe Coin ($NEOP) – Renowned for its sophisticated DAO-powered treasury, structured presale model, and deflationary tokenomics, $NEOP rapidly stands out as an investment leader due to its unparalleled governance innovation. Dogwifhat (WIF) – With robust social media backing and community enthusiasm, Dogwifhat continues capturing significant speculative attention, offering investors appealing community-driven value. Pepe ( PEPE) – Though notably volatile, Pepe maintains significant market interest through its engaging branding, memetic legacy, and widespread speculative appeal. These meme tokens offer distinct yet powerful strategies—from decentralized governance and community-driven growth to viral social momentum—positioning them for immense potential returns long before DOGE finally achieves its elusive $1 valuation. Neo Pepe Coin’s High-Growth Presale Opportunity Neo Pepe Coin offers investors a meticulously structured and strategically executed presale model, thoughtfully segmented across multiple stages featuring progressively higher pricing to incentivize early participation and maximize investor returns. Its fully transparent DAO-led governance ensures community-driven decision-making at every stage, safeguarding the protocol from centralized interference, building unwavering trust among new and experienced investors alike. Further enhancing its attractiveness, Neo Pepe Coin employs a capped token supply and a time-locked treasury mechanism, reinforcing its steadfast commitment to decentralization. These distinctive features make Neo Pepe Coin a compelling investment option for those eager to secure an early stake before broader market enthusiasm significantly elevates token values. Unmasking NeoPepe: The Meme Coin with a Mission Token Empire Reveals Neo Pepe’s Hidden Superpowers In a must-watch analysis, crypto YouTuber Token Empire dives deep into the buzzworthy presale of Neo Pepe, uncovering impressive strengths and key selling points that set it apart. They enthusiastically highlight Neo Pepe’s innovative multi-stage presale system, revolutionary auto-liquidity mechanism, and robust, community-driven governance model as standout features shaping its early hype. Token Empire carefully balances optimism with insightful caution, reminding viewers that lasting success depends heavily on ongoing community engagement and practical use cases. Their thoughtful, nuanced breakdown equips investors with essential insights to confidently navigate Neo Pepe’s exciting journey ahead. Why Investors Should Prioritize Neo Pepe Coin DAO Governance: Fully community-controlled decisions via transparent, secure on-chain voting. Secure Presale Model: Carefully structured, multi-stage presale with incrementally progressive pricing to reward early participants generously. Auto-Liquidity Mechanism: Automated transactions contribute to permanent liquidity, stabilizing token value effectively. Limited Token Supply: Strictly fixed cap ensures token scarcity and continuous value appreciation. Transparent Mechanics: Time-locked treasury and immutable smart contracts eliminate risks of manipulation and central control. Join the Memetrix: Act Now! Don’t miss this crucial opportunity to participate in Neo Pepe Coin’s groundbreaking presale and secure your position early in one of 2025’s most exciting crypto projects. Visit the official Neo Pepe website today, or actively join the vibrant, growing community discussions at Telegram. It’s time to seize control, join the Neo Pepe movement, and ride the next explosive wave of crypto innovation toward potentially life-changing returns!

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    Senate Passes GENIUS Stablecoin Act, Sends Bill to House for Consideration The U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Stablecoin Act on June 17, 2025, marking a major step toward federal regulation of stablecoins. Jamie Redman Senate Passes GENIUS Stablecoin Act, Sends Bill to House for Consideration GENIUS Act Clears Senate, STABLE Act Clash Looms in House The bill—formally titled the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act—establishes a framework for issuing and regulating stablecoins, digital assets pegged to fiat currencies such as the U.S. dollar. The act now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. Sponsored by a bipartisan group of senators including Bill Hagerty, Tim Scott, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Cynthia Lummis, the legislation aims to create reserve requirements, ensure consumer protections, and enforce federal oversight for large issuers. The House has its own competing measure—the STABLE Act—introduced earlier this year. While similar in intent, the STABLE Act diverges on definitions and regulatory scope, potentially setting the stage for negotiation or delay. The GENIUS Act cleared the Senate Banking Committee on March 13 with an 18-6 vote, broke a filibuster on May 21 with a 66-32 vote, and passed the full Senate vote today. The House can pass the bill, amend it, or decline to act. Any amendments would require Senate review and could trigger a reconciliation process. Given budget reconciliation priorities and political differences, immediate action in the House appears unlikely. Lawmakers may take weeks or months to act, especially if negotiations between the two bills are required. Industry stakeholders view the legislation as a milestone. Supporters argue it offers clarity and preserves U.S. competitiveness, while critics raise concerns about favoring large tech firms and regulatory overreach.

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    Best Crypto for Long-Term Success? Neo Pepe Coin Has Rock Solid Fundamentals In the face of tightening market conditions and increased volatility, investors are reevaluating what truly defines long-term potential in crypto. Hype and short-term gains are giving way to substance, structure, and sustainability—qualities that position Neo Pepe Protocol as the best crypto choice. While many projects falter under pressure, Neo Pepe stands resilient with a fixed supply, decentralized governance, and a treasury controlled entirely by its community. The presale is currently live at Stage 0, priced at $0.05, and has already raised over $110,000—a strong indication that early supporters see more than just a meme. This new coin is rooted in philosophy, not speculation, with transparent mechanics and a vision to challenge centralized control. As the noise clears, fundamentals like Neo Pepe’s are becoming the true markers of crypto staying power. How $NEOP Maintains Strength in Bearish Market Cycles When optimism faded for many meme coins, Neo Pepe Protocol uniquely endured the downturn’s test of faith, proving itself as staunchly resistant in tough times. Its fate rested not in influencers’ shouts or hype fluctuations, but in smart contracts’ immutable vow. Predictability proved paramount as uncertainty reigned in the broader field. While liquidity drained and risk aversion grew, developers found their hands forever bound by code they did not write. No surprises could spring from altered deals or exploited code. Staying true to core commitments won confidence from holders seeking stability in a volatile venue. Where others scrambled or collapsed under pressure, Neo Pepe’s roots held firm through the storm, demonstrating why it stands out as the best crypto option for stability and resilience. Why Long-Term Investors Are Backing Neo Pepe’s Vision Investors with a long-term mindset are increasingly aligning with projects that reflect values beyond price action. Neo Pepe Protocol’s vision—anchored in cultural resistance, community-led governance, and decentralization—has become a beacon for those seeking purpose-driven investments. It doesn’t just offer a token; it delivers a system where holders influence the direction of the protocol through voting, proposals, and treasury oversight. These mechanisms empower participants and reinforce shared responsibility. For many, this isn’t just about returns—it’s about being part of a movement that challenges centralized power in crypto. Neo Pepe’s philosophical foundation, combined with technical transparency, is attracting a different kind of investor—one focused on principles, not just profits. This foundational strength underscores why Neo Pepe Protocol is increasingly considered the top new buy with principled investors. Unmasking NeoPepe: The Meme Coin with a Mission Peeking Behind Neo Pepe’s Curtain In his latest deep dive, Token Empire offers a refreshingly balanced take on Neo Pepe, spotlighting both its ambitious strengths and critical warning signs. He highlights how the presale’s tiered structure and defi‑style tokenomics—like the auto‑liquidity and community‑governance features—lend a level of structural credibility rarely seen in meme‑coin projects. At the same time, Token Empire remains cautious, noting that while the presale buzz and innovative systems are compelling, real-world traction and long‑term utility remain unproven. The video champions what Neo Pepe could become—if it fulfills the road map—without glossing over what it has yet to prove, making for a fair and insightful analysis. 4 Key Reasons Investors Trust Neo Pepe Protocol Immutable Smart Contracts: Once deployed, the code is permanent—no hidden controls or backdoors. Community Governance: Decisions are made by token holders through transparent, on-chain voting, creating a truly decentralized structure. Auto-Liquidity Mechanism: Every transaction adds permanent liquidity to Uniswap, bolstering price stability and investor trust. Transparent Treasury Management: Treasury operations require proposals, community voting, and timelocked execution, ensuring clarity and collective oversight. Crypto Market Faces Pressure as Fundamentals Take Priority With inflation fears, regulation uncertainty, and ecosystem fatigue setting in, the broader crypto market is undergoing a shift. Speculative enthusiasm is giving way to a focus on fundamentals—projects are now judged on governance quality, transparency, and user alignment rather than marketing theatrics. Tokens that can’t demonstrate structural integrity are losing support, while those built on verifiable principles are gaining ground. This environment favors protocols with clearly defined mechanics, community ownership, and no hidden control. The spotlight is turning toward initiatives that empower users and resist centralized influence. Neo Pepe Protocol’s emergence during this shift isn’t coincidental—it’s timely. As priorities evolve, projects like it—those grounded in vision and accountability—are poised to lead the next sustainable wave in crypto, solidifying its position as the best crypto choice in today’s market. Take Action Today—Choose $NEOP Join the Neo Pepe movement now. For more information, visit the Neo Pepe Official Website or become an active community member on Telegram. Secure your place in the best crypto protocol built to thrive beyond market cycles.

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    $1.5B in Crypto Still Sits in the Ruins of Firms Like FTX, Terraform, Celsius, and Blockfi Over the past few years, a wave of digital asset firms collapsed for a mix of reasons—some dragged down by earlier disasters like the FTX and Terraform Labs fiascos. Here’s a closer look at a handful of wallets tied to those now-defunct ventures and a glimpse at what’s still sitting onchain. Collapsed Crypto Entities Still Control $1.5B in Onchain Wealth Though these companies have vanished due to collapses and bankruptcies, their wallets—such as those tied to FTX—remain under the stewardship of court-appointed bankruptcy estates. These wallets continue to retain substantial sums onchain, quietly preserving significant value amid the wreckage. Terraform Labs imploded in May 2022 when its algorithmic stablecoin UST broke from its peg, erasing roughly $45 billion and pulling down firms like Three Arrows Capital and Celsius in its wake. FTX followed in November 2022, unleashing a broader shockwave after disclosures revealed customer funds were misappropriated and leveraged to support its own token. Yet as of June 14, data from Arkham Intelligence shows Terraform Labs still holds $2.45 million onchain. Most of that value resides in two tokens: $1.26 million in convex finance token (CVX) and $1.09 million in governance OHM (GOHM). $1.5B in Crypto Still Sits in the Ruins of Firms Like FTX, Terraform, Celsius, and Blockfi Then there’s FTX. According to Arkham, the bankrupt exchange controls wallets holding $611.93 million in digital assets. Roughly $266 million stems from its 9.777 billion OXY tokens. Another $232 million is tied to FTT, the platform’s native token—which, curiously, still trades at $0.90 per coin. As of press time, FTX wallets contain 257.87 million FTT. The firm also retains about $52 million in MAPS and $16.31 million in FIDA. FTX US, the American arm of the now-defunct exchange, still controls $1,640,348 in onchain assets, with the lion’s share coming from 5.938 million tron ( TRX). Blockfi, the crypto lender that filed for bankruptcy in November 2022 following its exposure to FTX, maintains $36.37 million in digital holdings. Most of that sum is concentrated in ethereum ( ETH), with the firm sitting on 12,223 ETH valued at $30.84 million. Celsius Network, which halted withdrawals and entered bankruptcy in July 2022 amid liquidity woes and risky bets, currently holds $6.89 million. Its largest asset is $6.1 million in SAVAX, along with a smaller $576,000 in ETH. Wallets tied to Voyager Digital—which also filed for bankruptcy in July 2022—retain a relatively minor $41,600, indicating minimal onchain exposure. Meanwhile, Alameda Research, the quantitative trading arm of FTX, still holds a formidable $887.46 million in digital assets. Of that, roughly $735 million is in solana ( SOL), with the firm’s wallets securing 5.099 million SOL. Alameda’s reserves also include $52 million in ETH and 205.006 BTC, worth $21.61 million. In contrast, Three Arrows Capital (3AC) holds a mere $46,036—just over $27,000 of which is in tether ( USDT). At the time of writing, these eight defunct entities collectively hold an eye-popping $1.546 billion in onchain assets.

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    Corporate Stablecoins: A New Frontier or a Step Toward Centralization? Stablecoins were built as a bridge between fiat currency and the crypto economy. And for a while, that bridge held. Tether’s USDT became the dominant trading pair across most exchanges, despite years of scrutiny over whether its reserves are truly backed 1:1 by U.S. dollars or equivalent assets like short-term Treasuries. Circle’s USDC followed, gaining trust through greater transparency, regular attestations, and growing institutional partnerships. Circle recently filed for an IPO, a move that signals both its scale and the regulatory scrutiny it’s prepared to operate under. MakerDAO’s DAI offered a more decentralized approach, collateralized with crypto assets instead of fiat. These models weren’t perfect, but they aligned in some way with the original values of this industry. Now we’re seeing a new crop of stablecoins emerge. Not from crypto-native builders, but from major corporations and politically connected ventures. Bank of America has openly said it’s ready to launch a dollar-backed stablecoin as soon as it gets the regulatory green light. PayPal already launched PYUSD through Paxos, integrating it directly into PayPal and Venmo. World Liberty Financial, backed by the Trump family and other politically tied investors, has issued USD1. It’s marketed as fully backed by U.S. Treasuries and cash deposits, with BitGo acting as custodian. Binance has reportedly committed $2 billion to support it. Amazon and Walmart are also reportedly exploring stablecoin initiatives of their own, which could have wide-reaching implications given their user bases and retail influence. We should expect many more stablecoin launches in the near future. The GENIUS Act, which has passed the House and is now advancing toward a final vote in the Senate, aims to establish a clear regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers. It includes rules on full reserve backing, disclosure standards, licensing requirements, and annual audits for larger players. If signed into law, it could give banks, fintechs, and major consumer brands the regulatory clarity they need to enter the market more aggressively. Some see this as a sign of progress. Stablecoins going mainstream. Legacy institutions finally catching up. But it’s not that simple. Just because a token is called a stablecoin doesn’t mean it functions the same way. And when the label becomes more about marketing than mechanics, we have a problem. We’ve already lived through the collapse of Terra. It wasn’t just bad design. It was a failure to do the hard work of transparency and risk management. That’s the part that gets forgotten when big brands step in and assume trust by default. This isn’t about gatekeeping. Let companies launch stablecoins. Let them compete. But don’t confuse a PayPal coin with a public utility. These are corporate products. They are built to serve business goals, not necessarily the interests of the broader crypto ecosystem. If a stablecoin can freeze your funds, track your spending, or restrict how and where you use it, that’s not an open financial tool. It’s a permissioned ledger with a friendlier interface. That might be fine for many users. But let’s not mistake that for progress. The market will ultimately decide what wins. But before we hand over our trust, it’s worth asking basic questions. Who controls the coin? How is it backed? Is it audited? Can it be taken from you?

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    Abra CEO Bill Barhydt Says Crypto Is Replacing the 60/40 Portfolio Bond performance is in the gutter while bitcoin is reaching all-time highs. Savvy financial advisors are now telling their peers to throw out bonds and replace them with crypto. The decades-long rule of thumb for diversifying assets in a client portfolio by allocating 60% of the capital to equities and 40% to bonds, the so-called “60/40” model, may end up going the way of the dodo bird, thanks to crypto; at least that’s what Bill Barhydt, CEO of crypto wealth management platform Abra told Bitcoin.com News in an interview. “Right now, the traditional model at a wealth advisor is the 60-40 model,” Barhydt explained. “And we know how well the ‘40’ has done,” he added, alluding to the dismal bond market performance over the past few years. Bloomberg’s U.S. Aggregate Bond Index returned a paltry 1.25% in 2024 and an even worse negative 0.05% over the past five years. Abra CEO Bill Barhydt Says Crypto Is Replacing the 60/40 Portfolio (Bloomberg’s US Aggregate Bond Index returned 1.25% in 2024 / Bloomberg) Barhydt, who has an eclectic background having worked for the CIA, NASA, Goldman Sachs, and 1990s web browser firm Netscape, initially launched Abra as a bitcoin-based remittance app. The company went through multiple pivots before landing on crypto wealth management. “That’s what happens when you’re early,” said Barhydt. “The market tells you where to go if you’re listening.” Barhydt made an appearance at the 7th Annual Vision Conference in Arlington, Texas on Tuesday to not only give a presentation but also to listen to what the investment advisor community had to say about crypto. The conference, organized by the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals (DACFP), typically attracts hundreds and sometimes even thousands of advisors interested in cryptocurrencies. “The vibe has completely changed,” Barhydt said about the general sentiment at the conference. “It went from – when I first presented at this event five years ago – ‘sceptical magic Internet money nonsense,’ to ‘hey, we need to be offering this to our clients.’” Barhydt explained that TradFi advisor turned crypto evangelist Ric Edelman, who also happens to be the founder of DAFCP, stood up and announced the death of the 60/40 model. “The allocation model you’re familiar with – stocks and bonds – must now be replaced by one featuring stocks, crypto, and bonds” Edelman said, according to a press release from DAFCP. “The correct allocation now is to place 70% to 100% of the client’s portfolio into stocks and crypto, with no more than 30% in bonds, and potentially zero in debt securities.” With a potential deluge of new business waiting in the wings, Abra wants to position itself as the go-to firm for advisors seeking crypto exposure for their clients’ portfolios. The company not only offers spot crypto, but also borrowing, lending, yield, and other services. “If you’re on zero [allocation], now is the time to get off zero,” said Barhydt. “Bitcoin represents the best economic opportunity of our lifetime.”

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    Brazilian Authorities Terminate Exemptions, Aims to Tax Crypto Held in Self Custody Brazilian authorities issued a Provisional Measure that terminates the previous tax regime and introduces a new ruleset to tax all crypto-derived profits. The new rule also states that these measures apply to crypto held in self-custody wallets and digital assets held abroad. Brazilian Government Announces New Crypto Tax Regime, Throws Self-Hosted Assets in the Mix The Brazilian government has announced new tax rules for cryptocurrencies held both in the country and abroad. A Provisional Measure published on June 11 derogates the previous tax regime that established a lower floor for paying taxes linked to digital assets, and establishes a flat fee for all income derived from holding or trading these assets. Provisional Measure 1,303 establishes that these gains will pay a flat fee of 17.5% as income tax, without exception. Before, crypto income was taxed only if the amount exceeded 35,000 reais (nearly $6,320) and was lower than 5 million reais (nearly $900,000) at 15%, 17.5% for volumes between 5 million reais and 10 million reais ($1,800,000); 20% for the range between 10 million and 20 million reais ($3,600,000); and 22% for volumes above 30 million reais ($5,400,000). The measure points out that “all income, including net gains, obtained from transactions with virtual assets, including financial arrangements with virtual assets that are the digital representation of value negotiated or transferred by electronic means and used for payment or investment purposes” are included in this new regime. In the same way, the document includes transactions and income produced by crypto held in self-custody wallets in its scope. This hints at the taxation of decentralized finance activities. Nonetheless, it doesn’t explain how this process will be carried out or how the relevant authorities will be able to tax these operations. The calculation of these taxes will be made every quarter, and traders will be able to deduct previous losses. The measure comes as there is a public debate about the hike of the so-called financial transaction tax, and legislators were considering including crypto assets under the law’s umbrella to offset the increase to the cryptocurrency industry and its users.

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    Bitcoin Liquidations Surge to $1.16 Billion; Economist Claims BTC Is 15% Lower vs. Gold Economist Peter Schiff has renewed his criticism of bitcoin, questioning its status as “digital gold” after the cryptocurrency marginally dropped following Israel’s military strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. Gold Surges After Israeli Strikes Economist and bitcoin critic Peter Schiff appeared to reignite a feud with bitcoin maximalists by questioning bitcoin ( BTC)’s “digital gold” credentials after it plummeted 2% just moments following Israel’s strike on alleged Iranian nuclear facilities. According to data, bitcoin at one point traded at $103,081 late on June 12 before it appeared to stage a recovery. Bitcoin Liquidations Surge to $1.16 Billion; Economist Claims BTC Is 15% Lower vs. Gold Although the top digital asset and indeed the entire crypto economy were already in the red prior to Israel’s strike, the action appeared to exacerbate matters for BTC, with oil and stock markets also taking a hit. At the time of writing (June 13, 5 a.m. CAT), BTC traded around $103,327, down 4.5% from 24 hours earlier. The drop saw more than $1.16 billion in long and short positions liquidated within 24 hours. Writing on social media, Schiff pointed to how BTC appeared to take a cue from traditional markets while gold, which is up more than 30% in 2025, went the opposite direction after the attack. “Israel attacks Iran. Oil prices jump 5% while S&P futures fall 1.5%,” Schiff wrote. “In response, investors seeking a safe haven buy gold, sending its price up 0.85%. Meanwhile, investors dump Bitcoin, pushing its price down 2%. How can anyone consider Bitcoin to be a digital version of gold?” ‘Latecomers Left Holding the Bag’ According to Schiff, if bitcoin was indeed a digital version of gold, its price should have risen in line with that of the precious metal. Meanwhile, in an earlier post, the economist claimed that BTC was “now more than 15% below its Nov. 2021 peak” — that is, when priced in gold. He argued that BTC’s failure to rise against gold despite the hype that has lasted three and half years “is strong evidence that the bubble has peaked.” Bitcoin Liquidations Surge to $1.16 Billion; Economist Claims BTC Is 15% Lower vs. Gold For context, in November 2021, BTC reached its then all-time high of just under $68,000, while gold was below $1,800 per ounce, as shown by data from financial data provider Goldprice.org. While gold continued to make incremental gains in the two years that followed, BTC trended downwards, and by November of the following year, it had dropped to a low of just under $16,000. Since then, BTC has trended upwards, with the top digital asset hitting a new all-time high of $111,814 on May 22. Gold, on the other hand, commenced its rally in the last quarter of 2023, with the precious metal reaching its peak of around $3,500 in April. However, despite BTC nearly doubling its price since its November 2021 peak, Schiff insisted that the cryptocurrency is 15% lower, when “priced in gold.” He ended the post stating: “A major top has been formed, as Bitcoin has been distributed from strong to weak hands. The whales have been cashing out to latecomers who will be left holding the bag.”

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    Crypto ETF Surge: Bitcoin and Ether Funds Attract Over $550 Million as Inflows Continue Bitcoin ETFs recorded another impressive inflow of $431 million, solidifying their recovery streak, while ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) celebrated their 17th consecutive day of gains with a fresh $124.93 million inflow, pushing total net assets beyond the $10 billion milestone. Bitcoin ETFs Post Second Day of Strong Gains As Ether ETFs Mark 17 Days of Inflows and Break $10 Billion Barrier The crypto ETF market lit up green again on Tuesday, June 10, as bitcoin and ether funds kept their upward momentum alive. Investors continued piling into bitcoin ETFs with a $431.12 million net inflow, marking the 2nd straight day of robust fund entries. Leading the charge was Blackrock’s IBIT, soaking up $336.74 million, followed by Fidelity’s FBTC with $67.07 million and Ark 21shares’ ARKB adding $20.25 million. Even Invesco’s BTCO saw a decent $7.65 million inflow. Only Bitwise’s BITB experienced a minor outflow of $597k, which barely dented the bullish flow. Total trading volume hit $2.63 billion, and net assets surged to $132.83 billion. Crypto ETF Surge: Bitcoin and Ether Funds Attract Over $550 Million As Inflows Continue Ether ETFs 17-Day Inflow Run. Source: Sosovalue Meanwhile, ether ETFs extended their unstoppable streak to 17 consecutive days of inflows, this time pulling in a hefty $124.93 million, one of their largest daily haul in weeks. Blackrock’s ETHA led with $80.59 million, while Fidelity’s FETH attracted $26.32 million. Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust and Bitwise’s ETHW contributed $9.67 million and $8.35 million, respectively. Total ether ETF trading volume soared to an impressive $849.04 million, with total net assets finally breaking past the $10 billion threshold, closing the day at $10.65 billion. With rising inflows and investor confidence building, the crypto ETF market is sending clear signals of sustained institutional interest.

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    Crypto ETF Surge: Bitcoin and Ether Funds Attract Over $550 Million as Inflows Continue Bitcoin ETFs recorded another impressive inflow of $431 million, solidifying their recovery streak, while ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) celebrated their 17th consecutive day of gains with a fresh $124.93 million inflow, pushing total net assets beyond the $10 billion milestone. Bitcoin ETFs Post Second Day of Strong Gains As Ether ETFs Mark 17 Days of Inflows and Break $10 Billion Barrier The crypto ETF market lit up green again on Tuesday, June 10, as bitcoin and ether funds kept their upward momentum alive. Investors continued piling into bitcoin ETFs with a $431.12 million net inflow, marking the 2nd straight day of robust fund entries. Leading the charge was Blackrock’s IBIT, soaking up $336.74 million, followed by Fidelity’s FBTC with $67.07 million and Ark 21shares’ ARKB adding $20.25 million. Even Invesco’s BTCO saw a decent $7.65 million inflow. Only Bitwise’s BITB experienced a minor outflow of $597k, which barely dented the bullish flow. Total trading volume hit $2.63 billion, and net assets surged to $132.83 billion. Crypto ETF Surge: Bitcoin and Ether Funds Attract Over $550 Million As Inflows Continue Ether ETFs 17-Day Inflow Run. Source: Sosovalue Meanwhile, ether ETFs extended their unstoppable streak to 17 consecutive days of inflows, this time pulling in a hefty $124.93 million, one of their largest daily haul in weeks. Blackrock’s ETHA led with $80.59 million, while Fidelity’s FETH attracted $26.32 million. Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust and Bitwise’s ETHW contributed $9.67 million and $8.35 million, respectively. Total ether ETF trading volume soared to an impressive $849.04 million, with total net assets finally breaking past the $10 billion threshold, closing the day at $10.65 billion. With rising inflows and investor confidence building, the crypto ETF market is sending clear signals of sustained institutional interest.

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    NEW: Tiger Royalties invested £250,000 in Standard Strategies, backing its portfolio of Bitcoin treasury companies including Strategy and Metaplanet.

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    Bitcoin Price Watch: Range-Bound Action Hints at Imminent Move Jamie Redman Bitcoin Price Watch: Range-Bound Action Hints at Imminent Move The price of bitcoin hovered at $105,384 on June 8, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.09 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $15.81 billion. Throughout the session, it moved within a tight intraday range of $105,112 to $105,891, indicating relative short-term stability amid a broader consolidation. Bitcoin The 1-hour chart analysis reveals a consolidation phase for bitcoin between $105,000 and $106,000, suggesting indecision in the immediate market direction. The last peak at $106,000 created a rounded top pattern, hinting at weakening bullish momentum. With support forming at $104,500, a breakout above $106,000 backed by strong bullish volume could ignite a fresh upward leg. Conversely, a price dip to the $104,800 level accompanied by decreasing sell volume might serve as a scalp buy opportunity. An appropriate exit for short-term positions lies near $106,500–$107,000, with stop-loss placements advised below $104,500 to mitigate downside risk. Bitcoin Price Watch: Range-Bound Action Hints at Imminent Move BTC/USD 1-hour chart on June 8, 2025. On the 4-hour chart, bitcoin illustrated a V-shaped recovery after dipping to $100,426, with a series of higher highs and higher lows manifesting since June 6. Despite this bullish structure, resistance at $106,800 has formed, and recent candlestick patterns signal market hesitation near that level. A confirmed breakout above this resistance could validate a long entry, whereas rejection may lead to a pullback toward the $102,500–$103,000 zone. Traders eyeing this time frame should consider entries around $104,500–$105,000 and stagger exits between $107,000–$108,000, maintaining vigilance for false breakouts amid declining volume. Bitcoin Price Watch: Range-Bound Action Hints at Imminent Move BTC/USD 4-hour chart on June 8, 2025. Daily BTC/USD chart data supports a bullish macro trend from late May into early June, peaking at $112,000 before experiencing a corrective retracement. The pullback found stability within the $100,000–$102,000 support zone, which has been tested multiple times. The price is now consolidating near $106,000–$108,000, suggesting a period of accumulation. For swing traders, a return to the $104,000–$105,000 range—especially with a long lower wick or a volume spike—may present a high-probability entry point. Profitable exits could be targeted at $108,000–$110,000, with stops recommended just below $102,000. Bitcoin Price Watch: Range-Bound Action Hints at Imminent Move BTC/USD daily chart on June 8, 2025. Oscillator readings provide mixed signals, with most indicators aligning in neutral territory. The relative strength index (RSI) at 53, Stochastic at 46, and commodity channel index (CCI) at −39 all reflect an indecisive market stance. The average directional index (ADX) at 20 reinforces this by suggesting a weak trend. Meanwhile, the Awesome oscillator and moving average convergence divergence (MACD) also lean neutral to bearish, with MACD indicating a negative bias. The momentum indicator, however, suggests positivity, signaling a potential upward thrust if supported by broader market sentiment. Moving averages lend weight to the medium-to-long-term bullish outlook. Both the exponential moving average (EMA) and simple moving average (SMA) across 10, 20, 30, 50, 100, and 200-periods largely show buy signals. Notably, the 10-period EMA and SMA, standing at $105,142 and $104,756 respectively, support the current price, bolstering short-term bullishness. The 20-period EMA also confirms this with a value of $105,048, although the 20 and 30-period SMAs flash sell signals at $106,593 and $105,795. Longer-term averages—including the 100 and 200-period EMAs and SMAs—all favor buying, underlining structural strength beneath the price. Bull Verdict: Bitcoin remains structurally sound above critical support zones, with the majority of medium-to-long-term moving averages favoring further gains. A break above $106,800 with sustained volume would confirm bullish continuation, targeting $108,000 and beyond. Accumulation on dips to $104,500–$105,000 appears tactically favorable under current conditions. Bear Verdict: Despite its recent recovery, bitcoin faces mounting resistance near $106,800 and exhibits waning momentum on lower timeframes. Oscillators largely signal market indecision, and volume trends suggest a risk of false breakouts. Should support at $104,500 fail, a deeper pullback toward $102,000 or below remains a plausible scenario.

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    If It Keeps the Pace, Blackrock’s IBIT Is on Track to Seize 1 Million BTC by Early 2026 Based on current data, the 12 U.S. spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) collectively manage over 1.2 million BTC. Yet, two in particular—Blackrock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC—command a striking majority, accounting for more than 71% of that aggregate. Wall Street’s Bitcoin Giants: IBIT, FBTC, MSTR Tighten Grip on Bitcoin’s Scarce Supply Blackrock’s IBIT debuted on Wall Street on Jan. 11, 2024—exactly 1 year, 4 months, and 26 days ago. As of data collected on June 5, 2025, the firm’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust ETF controls roughly 662,707.41 BTC, translating to $69.2 billion in value. This single ETF alone accounts for 55.23% of the 1.2 million BTC managed by the 12 publicly traded bitcoin funds. If It Keeps the Pace, Blackrock’s IBIT Is on Track to Seize 1 Million BTC by Early 2026 Blackrock’s cache of BTC is a staggering 662,707.41 BTC as of June 5. This reserve quote should lower following IBIT’s $130.49 million in outflows on Friday, June 6, 2025. IBIT’s holdings comprise 3.16% of bitcoin’s 21 million fixed supply and 3.34% of the 19,875,085.22 BTC in circulation at the time of publication. No other crypto exchange-traded product (ETP) has achieved this scale of accumulation this fast. Although IBIT and its peers trade five days a week, observing holidays and pauses, if IBIT had been acquiring BTC every calendar day since Jan. 11, 2024, its daily haul would be approximately 1,296.88 BTC over that stretch. If this cadence continues, Blackrock’s ETF is projected to reach 1 million BTC by Feb. 21, 2026—just 260 days from now—representing 4.76% of bitcoin’s hard cap. Fidelity’s FBTC, by contrast, has taken a more tempered route. Over the same 1 year, 4 months, and 26 days, it has gathered 196,264.34 BTC, currently worth just over $20 billion at prevailing rates. Applying identical calculations, FBTC has averaged 389.34 BTC per day since Jan. 11, 2024. While FBTC holds the distinction of being the second-largest U.S. bitcoin ETF, its trajectory has been far more measured than IBIT’s accumulation. Should it maintain this current rhythm, FBTC would hit the 500,000 BTC milestone by around July 18, 2027. Consider Strategy (formerly Microstrategy), which initiated its bitcoin (BTC) acquisitions on Aug. 11, 2020. Averaged out, this translates to a daily accumulation rate of 330.09 BTC. If that same trajectory holds steady, Strategy will not cross the 1 million BTC threshold until Oct. 27, 2028. The accelerating competition among major financial institutions for bitcoin dominance hints at a deeper strategic shift unfolding beneath the surface. With accumulation timelines now plotted years into the future, these ETFs are not merely chasing assets—they’re staking claims in a digital monetary order. What began as a race for returns may well evolve into a contest over monetary influence itself.

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    Eric Trump Shuts Down Magic Eden Memecoin Wallet, But Will Still Invest in the Creators Trump Memecoin Wallet Kiboshed, but Potential Investment May Be on the Horizon While mainstream media has been fixated on the ongoing war of words between U.S. President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk over the president’s “big, beautiful bill,” crypto enthusiasts have been following a different feud – the spat between the Trump family, Magic Eden, and Fight Fight Fight LLC (Fight), the company behind the $2 billion Trump memecoin. Fight, run by entrepreneur and Trump supporter Bill Zanker, who is reportedly also a friend of the president, launched the Trump memecoin in January. The token quickly became the most successful memecoin on the market. But things turned sour on Tuesday when Fight unveiled plans to launch a new wallet for the Trump memecoin in collaboration with Magic Eden, a popular NFT platform. The president’s sons, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., both took to social media to disavow the project. According to the Trumps, their family’s crypto firm World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has plans to launch its own wallet at some point in the future. Then on Thursday Bloomberg reported that WLFI had sent a cease-and-desist letter to Fight. And now, Eric Trump has announced that Fight’s wallet launch has been canceled, but some form of reconciliation has also transpired, and WLFI will make a “substantial” investment in Fight’s Trump token. “I am proud to announce the $TRUMP memecoin has aligned with World Liberty Financial,” Eric Trump wrote in a post on X. “Although their meme wallet isn’t moving forward, they remain focused on building the most exciting meme on earth – $TRUMP. Moreover, we’re proud to announce that World Liberty Financial plans to acquire a substantial position in $TRUMP for their long-term treasury.” Bitcoin.com reached out to Magic Eden for commentary, but the firm has yet to respond.

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    MEXC Reports 200% Surge in Coordinated Fraud Attempts in Q1 2025 Cryptocurrency exchange MEXC reported a significant 200% increase in coordinated fraudulent trading activity in the first quarter of 2025. Most fraudulent activity is concentrated in Asia, with India accounting for nearly 27,000 or 33% of flagged accounts. Fraudulent Activity Concentrated in Asia Cryptocurrency exchange MEXC reported a sharp, 200% increase in coordinated fraudulent trading activity during the first quarter of 2025. MEXC attributes the surge in fraud attempts to its proactive listing strategy, which includes emerging market tokens, as well as its low fee structure. According to MEXC’s data, much of the activity is concentrated in Asia, with India accounting for nearly 27,000, or a third (33%), of flagged accounts. The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) had the next highest number with 6,404 flagged accounts, followed by Indonesia with 5,603. Indonesia saw by far the largest increase with a 1,303% rise in suspicious activity versus Q4 2024, while the CIS region experienced a 245% rise. Reflecting on how criminals have grown more sophisticated since 2021, when they seemingly focused on decentralized finance platforms, Tracy Jin, COO of MEXC, said: While 2021 was marked by DeFi exploits, 2025 is increasingly characterized by socially engineered market manipulation. We’ve observed a growing number of so-called ‘educational’ trading groups that appear to be coordinated efforts to mislead users. This trend highlights the importance of user education and proactive protection, especially for younger investors who may be more susceptible to persuasive but harmful narratives. As noted in a blog post, the surge in fraud across these regions exposes a broader structural issue: user growth in these markets is outpacing financial education and platform literacy. The post cites a report released by the National Centre for Financial Education in February 2025 that found only 27% of Indian adults meet basic financial literacy standards. This is even more pronounced among millennials. This mismatch, MEXC argues, not only exposes individuals to greater fraud risk but also undermines sustainable wealth creation and long-term trust in the ecosystem. The blog post also highlights the role played by influencers in convincing new users to make certain investment decisions. The post notes that some malicious individuals lure large numbers of users via social media channels promoting “pump groups” or “secret token launches.” In markets with large retail user bases and low financial literacy, these factors increase users’ vulnerability to syndicate recruitment and manipulation. To counter fraudsters and their schemes, MEXC said it has increased monitoring of small-cap tokens and strengthened risk-monitoring tools that flag anomalous behavior. The crypto exchange is also restricting accounts exhibiting suspicious activity under global anti-money laundering guidelines and internal protocols aligned with Financial Action Task Force recommendations.

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    From $100M Wipeout to $98M Gamble—Wynn’s Back and Betting Big on BTC Following last week’s liquidation event exceeding $100 million, the infamous Hyperliquid trader James Wynn has once again plunged into the deep end—this time reopening a 40x long position on bitcoin, now valued at more than $98 million. On Monday, June 2, 2025, the widely recognized Hyperliquid trader James Wynn initiated another high-leverage derivatives bet, going long on bitcoin ( BTC). On X, Wynn told followers to “ buy BTC right now” to “support the cause” and “fight the corruption.” He alleges that his position was targeted the moment it went live, asserting he was “hunted” and speculating about the existence of an “agenda,” even though he admits he’s unclear about its nature. From $100M Wipeout to $98M Gamble—Wynn’s Back and Betting Big on BTC Wynn’s perp trade. Some have posited that Wynn fell victim to “liquidation hunting,” a strategy designed to capitalize on the vulnerabilities of traders employing high leverage. As of Monday, Wynn’s fresh bitcoin long position carries 40x leverage, with the wager now valued at $98 million. His entry point was $105,890 per coin, placing the liquidation threshold at $103,640 per BTC, according to Hypurrscan data recorded at 8 a.m. Eastern on June 2. Roughly 40 minutes prior, Wynn took to X in an effort to galvanize buyers, calling on followers to accumulate more BTC. “ Buy BTC now,” he urged. “Buy their manipulation. Take their bitcoin from them. [I am] your bait to drive [the] price lower,” the Hyperliquid trader added. Social media reactions leaned sharply skeptical, with several suggesting that Wynn’s missteps stem not from market manipulation but from poor judgment. “Bro went from a hero to a beggar in just week,” quipped the X user known as ‘Psycho,’ replying bluntly to Wynn’s latest post.

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    Markets rocked by Trump’s 50% EU tariff threat, but Bitcoin holds firm as institutional inflows surge. Crypto emerges as the ‘grown-up’ in erratic policy storms, per QCP. - Trump’s tariff plan rattles markets, but BTC rebounds to $110K. - BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF logs 30 straight days of inflows. - QCP: Crypto now a hedge against policy chaos. QCP Flags Crypto’s Maturity as Trump Tariffs Reignite Global Trade Uncertainty Markets reeled as Trump’s surprise 50% EU tariff proposal shattered weeks of calm, but bitcoin’s steady rebound—bolstered by record institutional inflows—signaled crypto’s emerging role as a haven in an era of policy chaos, according to QCP Capital’s latest analysis. Bitcoin Resilience Contrasts With Tech Equity Weakness Amid Policy Shifts, QCP Analysis Says Global risk sentiment swung sharply this week after U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a 50% tariff on EU goods, upending a months-long rally in equities and reigniting policy uncertainty, according to a QCP report published May 26. Despite the turbulence, the firm’s researchers highlighted bitcoin’s resilience, noting its “grown-up” role in an increasingly erratic macroeconomic landscape. The QCP report detailed how Trump’s tariff announcement last week abruptly reversed a period of declining market volatility, with the S&P 500 nearing the 6,000 level before the news sparked a risk-asset selloff. Markets partially recovered after Trump extended the tariff implementation deadline to July 9, QCP noted, but the episode pointed out the fragility of recent gains. European equities and U.S. futures opened higher Monday, though analysts at the firm warned the reprieve could be temporary. QCP emphasized that the swift compression of the BTC July-to-June volatility spread — from over 2 vols to under 1 — signals investor anticipation of further policy shifts ahead of the new deadline. “The market may be pricing in another policy pivot,” the report stated, suggesting traders are hedging against renewed chaos. Inflation remains a critical focus, with Friday’s U.S. PCE print poised to influence Federal Reserve policy, QCP researchers added. While oil prices have retreated, escalating port congestion in Europe — now spreading to Asia and the U.S. — threatens to elevate shipping costs and reignite indirect inflationary pressures. Bitcoin’s weekend dip to $106,000 and subsequent rebound back to the $110,000 range reflects strong institutional demand, QCP highlighted. Blackrock’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), IBIT, recorded 30 straight days of net inflows, highlighting deepening institutional participation. The inflows are structural, not speculative, the researchers asserted, stating: IBIT has now logged 30 consecutive days of net inflows, reinforcing the growing institutional foothold in digital assets. Notably, QCP observed a growing divergence between crypto and tech equities: The TQQQ Nasdaq ETF has seen sustained outflows since April despite broader equity strength, while digital assets attract steady capital. This rotation suggests investors view crypto as both a hedge and a standalone opportunity, the firm said. “In a world of erratic policymaking, crypto increasingly looks like the grown-up at the table,” QCP concluded, framing bitcoin’s stability amid geopolitical and economic crosscurrents as a marker of its maturation. The analysis reinforces crypto’s evolving role in global portfolios as traditional assets face heightened policy risks.

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    Behind the Curtain: Inside the Top Hedge Funds Loading up on IBIT and FBTC The latest data shows that after this week’s spot bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows, Blackrock’s IBIT has amassed 655,570.77 BTC, while Fidelity’s FBTC accounts for 200,712.72 BTC. At the same time, a number of the globe’s most powerful financial institutions have stacked up sizeable positions in these ETFs—below is a breakdown of the top hedge funds with holdings in IBIT and FBTC. Hedge Funds Have Muscled Into Bitcoin ETFs As of now, Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) sit at the top of the leaderboard for spot bitcoin ETF holdings. Thanks to Friday’s inflows, IBIT commands a hefty 655,570.77 BTC—just north of $70 billion at today’s prices. FBTC trails behind but holds its ground in second place with 200,712.72 BTC, valued at $21.43 billion. Altogether, the two funds control a combined $91.43 billion in bitcoin. Now, several of the world’s most powerful hedge funds have exposure to IBIT and FBTC. So we took a deep dive into the top five holders of each fund to see which players dominate the space. While some firms stick to either IBIT or FBTC, others cast a wider net, scooping up bitcoin-related ETFs like GBTC, HODL, and BITB alongside them. Fidelity’s FBTC The No. 1 hedge fund holding FBTC is Jane Street Group LLC. Known as a global force in quantitative trading and liquidity provisioning, Jane Street leads the pack. Trailing just behind is New York–based Millennium Management LLC, a major player in the alternative investment world. As of Mar., Jane Street holds 7,239,363 FBTC shares, including 358,500 calls and 119,400 puts—suggesting a bullish tilt toward BTC ETFs. Millennium owns roughly 6,955,712 shares without any associated calls or puts. Landing third is Capula Management Ltd, with 4,299,112 FBTC shares. The London-headquartered British fund is simply holding its position. Following Capula is Schonfeld Strategic Advisors LLC (Schonfeld or SSA), holding 4,187,281 shares. Schonfeld trimmed its stake in FBTC since Sept. 2024, when it held 5,530,865 shares. Rounding out the top five is Sculptor Capital LP, formerly Och-Ziff Capital Management Group, which upped its FBTC holdings from 801,950 shares at the end of 2024 to 2,188,727 shares today. Blackrock’s IBIT The top hedge fund with exposure to Blackrock’s Ishares Bitcoin Trust is Brevan Howard Capital Management LP. In 2025, the firm holds 21,567,122 IBIT shares. That’s down from 25,567,302 in the final quarter of 2024—a reduction of 4,000,180 shares. Coming in second is Goldman Sachs Group, with a total of 30,831,854 shares. Of those, 23,378,954 are held directly, 1,445,200 are call options, and 6,007,700 are puts. Millennium takes third with 18,100,456 shares, including 17,587,156 owned outright. Millennium also holds options on 246,500 shares and puts on 266,800 more. Right behind is Susquehanna International Group LLP, which has 29,868,970 shares split among 12,403,900 calls, 6,816,100 puts, and 10,648,970 direct shares. The fifth-largest holder is Brooklands Fund Management Ltd, a boutique firm with a comparatively modest position of 15,300 shares. Institutional Bitcoin Packaging The growing presence of heavyweight hedge funds in these bitcoin ETFs signals a deepening alignment between traditional finance and digital assets. Their calculated exposure hints at broader strategic interest, not just in bitcoin itself, but in its institutional packaging. As capital continues to coalesce around these vehicles, the line separating legacy finance and crypto innovation grows thinner with each passing quarter.

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    Generations Betrayed: Why People Are Turning to Gold and Bitcoin The recent rise in gold and bitcoin prices reveals more than market dynamics—it reflects a quiet awakening to the centuries-old fraud of fiat money. The Fraud of Fiat: How Inflation Became Accepted Theft Isn’t it curious how people reminisce about the past, casually recalling that a candy bar once cost 50 cents—as if prices rising over time were some cosmic inevitability? Rarely does anyone interrupt this nostalgia to point out that what they’ve witnessed is not nature’s doing but a calculated deception that has endured for generations. Generations Betrayed: Why People Are Turning to Gold and Bitcoin Between 1913 to 2023, or 110 years, the U.S. dollar lost 96.7% of its purchasing power. $1 in 2025 only buys about 3.1% of what it could buy in 1913, meaning its value has declined to roughly $0.03 in 1913 terms. What happens at zero? Inflation is not an accident. It is not the result of mysterious market forces beyond comprehension. It is a deliberate consequence of a system designed to dilute the value of money by allowing the supply of currency to grow faster than the production of actual goods and services. That is its only definition and inflation’s only cause. Meanwhile, technology—man’s tool for mastery over nature—has made production faster, cheaper, and more efficient than ever before. So why should prices rise, if not because someone is tampering with the money? And yet, society accepts this ongoing theft with a shrug. They repeat “back in my day” like a lullaby, blind to the confession hidden in their nostalgia: that they have been robbed. Robbed by political and banking institutions, they were taught to trust. The government has drained their wealth slowly, silently, and with cold precision. The central bank has engineered this betrayal in plain sight, not just once, but over generations since its creation. This is the moral context in which we must understand the gravitation toward gold, now priced at $3,356 per ounce, and bitcoin, trading over $109,000 per coin at 10 a.m. Eastern time on Friday. These are not mere commodities—they are acts of defiance. They represent a growing recognition of what hard money truly means: money that cannot be conjured out of political convenience or central planning. Money backed by scarcity, rooted in objective value, and immune to manipulation. Gold and bitcoin are not relics of the past or speculative whims of the future; they are the direct consequence of a moral rebellion. They reflect a refusal to be enslaved by a dishonest monetary regime. People are not just seeking safety—they are seeking justice. Both gold and bitcoin possess a rare and powerful attribute in a world dominated by centralized authority: they are fundamentally resistant to censorship and manipulation. Gold, by its very nature, is a physical asset beyond the reach of political decree. It cannot be printed, duplicated, or forged into existence. It requires effort—mining, refining, and safeguarding. No bureaucrat can simply will more gold into circulation with a signature. Bitcoin, though digital, is governed by the same principle of incorruptibility. Its code is public, its supply is fixed, and its network is decentralized—run by thousands of independent nodes and miners across the globe. No single government, institution, or cartel can alter its issuance schedule or freeze a transaction without consensus from a global community. In Bitcoin, the main consensus rules are transparent and immutable; they apply equally to all. This is why these hard assets matter—not merely as alternatives, but as lifelines for economic integrity. They represent systems that refuse to bend to coercion, cronyism, or inflationary deceit. They are the financial instruments of free men and women, the individual who demands the right to own, trade, and save without begging permission. When a monetary system can be twisted to serve political interests, it ceases to serve the people. In contrast, gold and bitcoin offer a realm where voluntary exchange, property rights, and objective value still prevail. To understand them is to understand freedom itself. The flight to hard money is not about profits. It is about principle. It is a sign that individuals are waking up to a truth that has long been obscured by jargon, bureaucracy, and lies: that the only way to fix the world is to fix the money.

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    Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Jamie Redman Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Markets are flashing warning signs as long-term U.S. Treasury yields spike, bond auctions falter, and prediction markets show rising odds of economic trouble ahead. Treasury Market Signals Mounting Fiscal Anxiety The 30-year U.S. Treasury bond yield surged to 5.18% on Thursday—its highest point since 2023—before easing slightly later in the session. The benchmark 10-year yield also climbed, hitting 4.593%. These movements have significant implications for borrowing costs across the economy, especially as they come on the heels of a weak 20-year bond auction and rising concerns about U.S. fiscal health. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine The May 21 auction of $16 billion in 20-year bonds was met with tepid demand, producing a high yield of 5.047%—above pre-auction expectations. The bid-to-cover ratio fell to 2.46, the lowest since February, signaling softer investor appetite. The outcome sparked a market reaction: yields on 20-year bonds jumped to 5.127%, stocks slid, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 800 points on Wednesday. The Dow and three other major U.S. indexes remained flat on Thursday. Investor sentiment has been rattled by mounting U.S. debt levels, an ongoing debate over a new tax-and-spending package, and recent credit downgrades by Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s. These concerns appear to be weighing heavily on confidence in long-term U.S. fiscal stability, with some traders demanding higher returns to hold government debt. Prediction markets are also signaling rising anxiety. According to Polymarket, traders now place a 40% probability on a U.S. recession in 2025—a 21 percentage point jump in recent weeks. That figure reflects growing fears that higher borrowing costs, tariff-related inflation, and government spending risks could trigger an economic contraction. Despite these signals, Polymarket speculators expect the Federal Reserve to keep rates unchanged in June. Polymarket odds show a 92% chance the Fed holds steady, with only a 7% chance of a 25 basis point cut and less than 1% odds of either a larger cut or rate hike. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine On Thursday, bitcoin ( BTC) tapped exactly $112,000 on Bitstamp, reaching an all-time price high. Reports noted, however, that foreign investors showed solid participation in the latest bond sale, accounting for 69% of indirect bids. But the 20-year bond’s lower liquidity and benchmark status compared to 10- or 30-year maturities may have added to the weaker overall demand. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Gold has risen 2% against the U.S. dollar over the last week. As borrowing costs rise and fiscal pressures mount, both markets and forecasting tools are hinting that the economic foundation may be less stable than it appears. Meanwhile, both bitcoin and gold have held their ground in the aftermath of the lackluster 20-year Treasury auction—gold gleaming in its usual safe-haven role, while bitcoin proved sturdier than stocks, even if its path was a bit bumpier. Gold’s climb to record highs and bitcoin’s knack for dodging steep drops amid market chaos hint that both assets are managing the economic jitters with surprising poise, though they carry distinctly different levels of risk.

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    Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Jamie Redman Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Markets are flashing warning signs as long-term U.S. Treasury yields spike, bond auctions falter, and prediction markets show rising odds of economic trouble ahead. Treasury Market Signals Mounting Fiscal Anxiety The 30-year U.S. Treasury bond yield surged to 5.18% on Thursday—its highest point since 2023—before easing slightly later in the session. The benchmark 10-year yield also climbed, hitting 4.593%. These movements have significant implications for borrowing costs across the economy, especially as they come on the heels of a weak 20-year bond auction and rising concerns about U.S. fiscal health. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine The May 21 auction of $16 billion in 20-year bonds was met with tepid demand, producing a high yield of 5.047%—above pre-auction expectations. The bid-to-cover ratio fell to 2.46, the lowest since February, signaling softer investor appetite. The outcome sparked a market reaction: yields on 20-year bonds jumped to 5.127%, stocks slid, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 800 points on Wednesday. The Dow and three other major U.S. indexes remained flat on Thursday. Investor sentiment has been rattled by mounting U.S. debt levels, an ongoing debate over a new tax-and-spending package, and recent credit downgrades by Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s. These concerns appear to be weighing heavily on confidence in long-term U.S. fiscal stability, with some traders demanding higher returns to hold government debt. Prediction markets are also signaling rising anxiety. According to Polymarket, traders now place a 40% probability on a U.S. recession in 2025—a 21 percentage point jump in recent weeks. That figure reflects growing fears that higher borrowing costs, tariff-related inflation, and government spending risks could trigger an economic contraction. Despite these signals, Polymarket speculators expect the Federal Reserve to keep rates unchanged in June. Polymarket odds show a 92% chance the Fed holds steady, with only a 7% chance of a 25 basis point cut and less than 1% odds of either a larger cut or rate hike. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine On Thursday, bitcoin ( BTC) tapped exactly $112,000 on Bitstamp, reaching an all-time price high. Reports noted, however, that foreign investors showed solid participation in the latest bond sale, accounting for 69% of indirect bids. But the 20-year bond’s lower liquidity and benchmark status compared to 10- or 30-year maturities may have added to the weaker overall demand. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Gold has risen 2% against the U.S. dollar over the last week. As borrowing costs rise and fiscal pressures mount, both markets and forecasting tools are hinting that the economic foundation may be less stable than it appears. Meanwhile, both bitcoin and gold have held their ground in the aftermath of the lackluster 20-year Treasury auction—gold gleaming in its usual safe-haven role, while bitcoin proved sturdier than stocks, even if its path was a bit bumpier. Gold’s climb to record highs and bitcoin’s knack for dodging steep drops amid market chaos hint that both assets are managing the economic jitters with surprising poise, though they carry distinctly different levels of risk.

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    Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Jamie Redman Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Markets are flashing warning signs as long-term U.S. Treasury yields spike, bond auctions falter, and prediction markets show rising odds of economic trouble ahead. Treasury Market Signals Mounting Fiscal Anxiety The 30-year U.S. Treasury bond yield surged to 5.18% on Thursday—its highest point since 2023—before easing slightly later in the session. The benchmark 10-year yield also climbed, hitting 4.593%. These movements have significant implications for borrowing costs across the economy, especially as they come on the heels of a weak 20-year bond auction and rising concerns about U.S. fiscal health. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine The May 21 auction of $16 billion in 20-year bonds was met with tepid demand, producing a high yield of 5.047%—above pre-auction expectations. The bid-to-cover ratio fell to 2.46, the lowest since February, signaling softer investor appetite. The outcome sparked a market reaction: yields on 20-year bonds jumped to 5.127%, stocks slid, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 800 points on Wednesday. The Dow and three other major U.S. indexes remained flat on Thursday. Investor sentiment has been rattled by mounting U.S. debt levels, an ongoing debate over a new tax-and-spending package, and recent credit downgrades by Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s. These concerns appear to be weighing heavily on confidence in long-term U.S. fiscal stability, with some traders demanding higher returns to hold government debt. Prediction markets are also signaling rising anxiety. According to Polymarket, traders now place a 40% probability on a U.S. recession in 2025—a 21 percentage point jump in recent weeks. That figure reflects growing fears that higher borrowing costs, tariff-related inflation, and government spending risks could trigger an economic contraction. Despite these signals, Polymarket speculators expect the Federal Reserve to keep rates unchanged in June. Polymarket odds show a 92% chance the Fed holds steady, with only a 7% chance of a 25 basis point cut and less than 1% odds of either a larger cut or rate hike. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine On Thursday, bitcoin ( BTC) tapped exactly $112,000 on Bitstamp, reaching an all-time price high. Reports noted, however, that foreign investors showed solid participation in the latest bond sale, accounting for 69% of indirect bids. But the 20-year bond’s lower liquidity and benchmark status compared to 10- or 30-year maturities may have added to the weaker overall demand. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Gold has risen 2% against the U.S. dollar over the last week. As borrowing costs rise and fiscal pressures mount, both markets and forecasting tools are hinting that the economic foundation may be less stable than it appears. Meanwhile, both bitcoin and gold have held their ground in the aftermath of the lackluster 20-year Treasury auction—gold gleaming in its usual safe-haven role, while bitcoin proved sturdier than stocks, even if its path was a bit bumpier. Gold’s climb to record highs and bitcoin’s knack for dodging steep drops amid market chaos hint that both assets are managing the economic jitters with surprising poise, though they carry distinctly different levels of risk.

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    Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Jamie Redman Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Markets are flashing warning signs as long-term U.S. Treasury yields spike, bond auctions falter, and prediction markets show rising odds of economic trouble ahead. Treasury Market Signals Mounting Fiscal Anxiety The 30-year U.S. Treasury bond yield surged to 5.18% on Thursday—its highest point since 2023—before easing slightly later in the session. The benchmark 10-year yield also climbed, hitting 4.593%. These movements have significant implications for borrowing costs across the economy, especially as they come on the heels of a weak 20-year bond auction and rising concerns about U.S. fiscal health. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine The May 21 auction of $16 billion in 20-year bonds was met with tepid demand, producing a high yield of 5.047%—above pre-auction expectations. The bid-to-cover ratio fell to 2.46, the lowest since February, signaling softer investor appetite. The outcome sparked a market reaction: yields on 20-year bonds jumped to 5.127%, stocks slid, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped nearly 800 points on Wednesday. The Dow and three other major U.S. indexes remained flat on Thursday. Investor sentiment has been rattled by mounting U.S. debt levels, an ongoing debate over a new tax-and-spending package, and recent credit downgrades by Moody’s, Fitch and Standard & Poor’s. These concerns appear to be weighing heavily on confidence in long-term U.S. fiscal stability, with some traders demanding higher returns to hold government debt. Prediction markets are also signaling rising anxiety. According to Polymarket, traders now place a 40% probability on a U.S. recession in 2025—a 21 percentage point jump in recent weeks. That figure reflects growing fears that higher borrowing costs, tariff-related inflation, and government spending risks could trigger an economic contraction. Despite these signals, Polymarket speculators expect the Federal Reserve to keep rates unchanged in June. Polymarket odds show a 92% chance the Fed holds steady, with only a 7% chance of a 25 basis point cut and less than 1% odds of either a larger cut or rate hike. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine On Thursday, bitcoin ( BTC) tapped exactly $112,000 on Bitstamp, reaching an all-time price high. Reports noted, however, that foreign investors showed solid participation in the latest bond sale, accounting for 69% of indirect bids. But the 20-year bond’s lower liquidity and benchmark status compared to 10- or 30-year maturities may have added to the weaker overall demand. Bond Yields Continue to Soar as Markets Eye Trouble, Bitcoin and Gold Shine Gold has risen 2% against the U.S. dollar over the last week. As borrowing costs rise and fiscal pressures mount, both markets and forecasting tools are hinting that the economic foundation may be less stable than it appears. Meanwhile, both bitcoin and gold have held their ground in the aftermath of the lackluster 20-year Treasury auction—gold gleaming in its usual safe-haven role, while bitcoin proved sturdier than stocks, even if its path was a bit bumpier. Gold’s climb to record highs and bitcoin’s knack for dodging steep drops amid market chaos hint that both assets are managing the economic jitters with surprising poise, though they carry distinctly different levels of risk.

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    Russia Prepares Bill to Streamline Confiscation of Digital Assets Russia is preparing a bill that would specify the requirements and procedures for the confiscation of digital assets, taking into account the specific circumstances surrounding these actions. The Russian Ministry of Justice emphasized that anonymity and the lack of centralized control over these assets have hampered these efforts. Russia to Introduce Bill Specifying Procedures to Confiscate Digital Assets Russia is advancing in the digital assets regulation, preparing a bill that would regulate the confiscation of these assets. At the 13th St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, while examining the impact of new technologies in crime, the Ministry of Justice revealed that this bill would specify the procedures and considerations needed to expedite the seizure of these assets. Deputy Minister of Justice of the Russian Federation Vadim Fedorov explained that the bill would classify these assets as property for arrest and confiscation purposes. Furthermore, Fedorov declared: At the same time, it is proposed to establish special requirements aimed at ensuring its safety – taking into account the characteristics of a specific [digital] currency. These special requirements would include confiscating physical devices holding the keys to wallets involved in criminal activities, like hardware wallets, and asking courts to enact bans on transactions. “Specialists are planned to be involved in the relevant procedural actions, who will determine the set of necessary measures to ensure the safety of digital currency for subsequent confiscation or settlement of the victims’ claims,” Fedorov clarified, detailing the procedures to be followed in the context of crimes involving digital assets. Nonetheless, Fedorov acknowledged the challenges of tackling the seizure of digital assets, given the specific circumstances of their custody. These circumstances also make them attractive to criminals due to the lack of centralized control surrounding them. “Digital currency cannot be physically seized and placed in a safe, as is the case with cash and valuables,” he recognized. The measures would be focused on dealing with local cryptocurrency threat actors and come after enacting other cryptocurrency laws that seek to establish clear rules surrounding the use of digital assets in the country.

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