Nobitex Hack: $82M Stolen in Major Cyberattack Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions
TLDR: $82M stolen across Tron, Ethereum, and Bitcoin networks in the Nobitex breach. Hackers used politically charged wallet names tied to anti-terror messages. Predatory Sparrow claimed responsibility, citing Iran sanctions evasion. Nobitex suspended services and pledged full user fund reimbursement. A major cyberattack has struck Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, compromising nearly $82 million from [...] The post Nobitex Hack: $82M Stolen in Major Cyberattack Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions appeared first on Blockonomi.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
US Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill in 68-30 vote
The bill passed without amendments to address Donald Trump’s connections to World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin, which many Democrats had been calling for.
25% Bitcoin price rally set to follow today’s correction if history repeats
A Bitcoin price drop below $102,000 could be followed by a swift 25% rally to new all-time highs.
JPMorgan, SEC meet to discuss capital markets moving onchain
Three JPMorgan executives met with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to discuss which capital markets instruments could move onchain and how to best navigate the change.
How to legally stake crypto in 2025: What is now allowed after the SEC’s latest move
The SEC’s 2025 guideline clarifies the regulatory stance regarding crypto staking. It states what is and isn’t allowed and how you can stake lawfully.
Meta Pool hit with $27M exploit, but attacker flees with only $132K
Meta Pool says an early detection system discovered the exploit, allowing it to pause the affected smart contract and prevent further losses.
Bitcoin downside risk lingers, upside hinges on holding above $102K
Bitfinex analysts say Bitcoin’s current market conditions signal the asset “reversing course shortly after aggressive selling.”
Spanish bank BBVA suggests clients make 7% crypto allocation
BBVA is advising affluent clients to allocate up to 7% of their portfolios to crypto just months after it received permission to offer crypto trading.
Bitcoin and HYPE could get $844M total windfall from 4 public US firms
DDC Enterprise and Fold Holdings have confirmed raises worth a total of $778 million as a biotech firm said it would raise $50 million to add HYPE as a treasury asset.
Archetyp dark web market shut down, but ecosystem adapts: TRM Labs
The Archetyp dark web market had over 600,000 users, a total transaction volume of at least $287 million and over 17,000 listings, mainly offering drugs for sale.
Washington’s second-biggest city, Spokane, bans crypto ATMs
Spokane City Council has banned crypto ATMs to curb rising scams, giving operators 60 days to remove machines amid concerns over fraud and vulnerable residents.
Bitcoin, crypto dip as Trump says Iran’s leader an ‘easy target’
The crypto market dropped after US President Donald Trump said he knows where Iran’s leader is hiding and that he is an “easy target.”
Agriculture firm AgriFORCE powers 120 crypto miners with natural gas
AgriFORCE says it launched a site that uses stranded gas to power 120 Bitcoin mining rigs and will expand to two additional sites in Canada.
Iranian exchange Nobitex hacked for over $81M by Israel-linked hackers
The Iranian crypto exchange’s wallets were exploited for at least $81 million as attackers used vanity addresses for the theft.
China’s JD.com enters stablecoin race as US passes GENIUS Act
JD.com plans to apply for stablecoin licenses in major countries, aiming to slash cross-border payment costs by 90% and settle in 10 seconds.
Bitcoin below $100K now ‘less likely’ as BTC price eyes liquidity at $106K
Bitcoin price hovers around $105,000 on Wednesday and shows staying power as BTC’s chance of falling to $100,000 appears to be decreasing, new analysis suggests.
Europe’s first Bitcoin treasury firm buys another $20M BTC, now holds over $170M
The Blockchain Group has acquired another $20 million in Bitcoin, lifting its total holdings to 1,653 BTC and posting a 1,173% BTC yield in 2025.
Chinese Bitcoin ASIC makers to begin US production amid tariff pressure
Bitmain, Canaan and MicroBT — producing over 99% of global Bitcoin mining ASICs — are launching US-based production units in response to tariffs.
Circle dump: Cathie Wood’s Ark sells another $45M as shares tumble
In the past two days, ARK has offloaded a total of 642,766 Circle shares, accounting for 14% of its 4.49 million CRCL purchase made during the company’s public launch.
XRP price consolidates for 200 days: Analysts predict where it’s going next
Bullish fractals from 2017 suggest XRP could rally toward $3.70–$10, with some projections pointing to a breakout as high as $25 or more.
GENIUS Act can make stablecoins ‘part of US financial infrastructure’
The GENIUS Act is one step closer to becoming law in a development that may make stablecoin issuers key players in the US economy.
3iQ launches XRP ETF on Toronto Stock Exchange with Ripple as investor
3iQ’s new XRP ETF, backed by Ripple, begins trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange with zero management fees for the first six months.
Pudgy Penguins debuts play-to-win game on TON
Telegram mini-games reached a zenith in 2024, but the TON blockchain still averages over 2.1 million active wallets.
Norwegian crypto firm K33 raising more funds to buy up to 1,000 BTC
Norwegian crypto broker K33 is raising at least 85 million Swedish krona ($8.9 million) through a share issue for its plan to purchase up to 1,000 Bitcoin for its treasury.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Pi Network migration problems: Users report KYC, 2FA and balance errors
As Pi Network prepares for its June 28 mainnet migration, several users are facing KYC failures and wallet errors, raising concerns about the platform’s readiness for open blockchain adoption.
Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill amid concerns over systemic risk
The US Senate voted to pass the GENIUS Act, a bill regulating stablecoins, but observers believe lawmakers may have ignored stability concerns in Treasury markets.
Circle’s USDC to become eligible collateral for US futures trading
USDC, a US dollar-pegged stablecoin by Circle and Coinbase, is set to become a collateral for US futures trading as part of a joint effort by Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear.
How a fake tweet from Paraguay pushed Bitcoin to $110K
A fake post from the Paraguayan president’s X account claimed Bitcoin was now legal tender, triggering a sharp 4% price spike.
Bitcoin eyes $105K pre-FOMC as Trump reveals Iran asked for dialogue
Trump offers light relief for Bitcoin price action while calling Fed Chair Jerome Powell a "stupid person" with interest-rate cut hopes absent.
The empire strikes out: Institutionalists failed to kill the stablecoin bill
Despite a relentless campaign from institutional powerbrokers like Senator Elizabeth Warren, the US Senate advanced the GENIUS Act, marking a watershed moment for stablecoin regulation and exposing the limits of establishment resistance.
Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Rapidly Falls as Death Cross Threatens 20% Collapse
Dogecoin (DOGE) price plunges, but new death cross sets stage for even bigger drop
Ethereum Pectra Upgrade Arrives on Layer-2 Arbitrum
This upgrade brings new capabilities from Ethereum’s Pectra hard fork
1.63 Billion Shiba Inu Stun Biggest Crypto Exchange Despite Epic Sell-off
Retail engagement of Shiba Inu on Binance jumped in 24 hours despite price sell-off
K33 Announces Plans To Purchase Up To 1,000 Bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine K33 Announces Plans To Purchase Up To 1,000 Bitcoin K33 has launched a SEK 85 million share issue at a price of SEK 0.1036 per share. This post K33 Announces Plans To Purchase Up To 1,000 Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Oscar Zarraga Perez.
Coinbase Derivatives to adopt USDC as collateral for U.S. futures trading
Coinbase’s futures trading platform is teaming up with regulated derivatives clearinghouse Nodal Clear to add Circle’s stablecoin USDC as collateral for futures trading in the United States. Coinbase Derivatives, which is regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), announced…
Bitcoin Bet: Healthcare Firm Prenetics Invests $20M After Market Cap Drops 94%
Prenetics Global Limited has disclosed plans to establish a corporate bitcoin treasury despite a 94% stock decline since its 2022 public debut. Prenetics Allocates to Bitcoin The Nasdaq-listed health sciences company purchased $20 million worth of bitcoin (187.42 BTC at $106,712/ BTC) via Kraken, it announced on June 18. The move follows a 1-for-15 reverse […]
Bitcoin Reserve Bill Enters Ukrainian Parliament In Historic Move
Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada has registered draft law No. 13356, a measure that would add “virtual assets” such as Bitcoin to the roster of instruments the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) may hold in its gold-and-foreign-currency reserves. The bill was filed on 10 June during the legislature’s 13th session of the ninth convocation and lists eight […]
Bitcoin eyes $105K pre-FOMC as Trump reveals Iran asked for dialogue
Trump offers light relief for Bitcoin price action while calling Fed Chair Jerome Powell a "stupid person" with interest-rate cut hopes absent.
The empire strikes out: Institutionalists failed to kill the stablecoin bill
Despite a relentless campaign from institutional powerbrokers like Senator Elizabeth Warren, the US Senate advanced the GENIUS Act, marking a watershed moment for stablecoin regulation and exposing the limits of establishment resistance.
Top Bitcoin Trader Closes All Long Positions After Massive Losses
The trader has closed all Bitcoin longs after suffering massive losses due to greed and poor management
Coinbase CEO Ends Speculation as USDC Stablecoin Coming to US Markets
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong moves to make stablecoin USDC Wall Street-ready
SEC delays Solana ETFs despite 90% approval odds: 'Timeline unknown'
The U.S. spot SOL ETFs approval could happen in July or October. SOL saw modest selling pressure but recorded a low spot and Futures market demand. The U.S. Securities and Exchange CommiThe post SEC delays Solana ETFs despite 90% approval odds: 'Timeline unknown' appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
US Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill in 68-30 vote
The bill passed without amendments to address Donald Trump’s connections to World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin, which many Democrats had been calling for.
25% Bitcoin price rally set to follow today’s correction if history repeats
A Bitcoin price drop below $102,000 could be followed by a swift 25% rally to new all-time highs.
JPMorgan, SEC meet to discuss capital markets moving onchain
Three JPMorgan executives met with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to discuss which capital markets instruments could move onchain and how to best navigate the change.
How to legally stake crypto in 2025: What is now allowed after the SEC’s latest move
The SEC’s 2025 guideline clarifies the regulatory stance regarding crypto staking. It states what is and isn’t allowed and how you can stake lawfully.
Meta Pool hit with $27M exploit, but attacker flees with only $132K
Meta Pool says an early detection system discovered the exploit, allowing it to pause the affected smart contract and prevent further losses.
Bitcoin downside risk lingers, upside hinges on holding above $102K
Bitfinex analysts say Bitcoin’s current market conditions signal the asset “reversing course shortly after aggressive selling.”
Spanish bank BBVA suggests clients make 7% crypto allocation
BBVA is advising affluent clients to allocate up to 7% of their portfolios to crypto just months after it received permission to offer crypto trading.
Bitcoin and HYPE could get $844M total windfall from 4 public US firms
DDC Enterprise and Fold Holdings have confirmed raises worth a total of $778 million as a biotech firm said it would raise $50 million to add HYPE as a treasury asset.
Archetyp dark web market shut down, but ecosystem adapts: TRM Labs
The Archetyp dark web market had over 600,000 users, a total transaction volume of at least $287 million and over 17,000 listings, mainly offering drugs for sale.
Washington’s second-biggest city, Spokane, bans crypto ATMs
Spokane City Council has banned crypto ATMs to curb rising scams, giving operators 60 days to remove machines amid concerns over fraud and vulnerable residents.
Bitcoin, crypto dip as Trump says Iran’s leader an ‘easy target’
The crypto market dropped after US President Donald Trump said he knows where Iran’s leader is hiding and that he is an “easy target.”
Agriculture firm AgriFORCE powers 120 crypto miners with natural gas
AgriFORCE says it launched a site that uses stranded gas to power 120 Bitcoin mining rigs and will expand to two additional sites in Canada.
Iranian exchange Nobitex hacked for over $81M by Israel-linked hackers
The Iranian crypto exchange’s wallets were exploited for at least $81 million as attackers used vanity addresses for the theft.
China’s JD.com enters stablecoin race as US passes GENIUS Act
JD.com plans to apply for stablecoin licenses in major countries, aiming to slash cross-border payment costs by 90% and settle in 10 seconds.
Bitcoin below $100K now ‘less likely’ as BTC price eyes liquidity at $106K
Bitcoin price hovers around $105,000 on Wednesday and shows staying power as BTC’s chance of falling to $100,000 appears to be decreasing, new analysis suggests.
Europe’s first Bitcoin treasury firm buys another $20M BTC, now holds over $170M
The Blockchain Group has acquired another $20 million in Bitcoin, lifting its total holdings to 1,653 BTC and posting a 1,173% BTC yield in 2025.
Chinese Bitcoin ASIC makers to begin US production amid tariff pressure
Bitmain, Canaan and MicroBT — producing over 99% of global Bitcoin mining ASICs — are launching US-based production units in response to tariffs.
Circle dump: Cathie Wood’s Ark sells another $45M as shares tumble
In the past two days, ARK has offloaded a total of 642,766 Circle shares, accounting for 14% of its 4.49 million CRCL purchase made during the company’s public launch.
XRP price consolidates for 200 days: Analysts predict where it’s going next
Bullish fractals from 2017 suggest XRP could rally toward $3.70–$10, with some projections pointing to a breakout as high as $25 or more.
GENIUS Act can make stablecoins ‘part of US financial infrastructure’
The GENIUS Act is one step closer to becoming law in a development that may make stablecoin issuers key players in the US economy.
3iQ launches XRP ETF on Toronto Stock Exchange with Ripple as investor
3iQ’s new XRP ETF, backed by Ripple, begins trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange with zero management fees for the first six months.
Pudgy Penguins debuts play-to-win game on TON
Telegram mini-games reached a zenith in 2024, but the TON blockchain still averages over 2.1 million active wallets.
Norwegian crypto firm K33 raising more funds to buy up to 1,000 BTC
Norwegian crypto broker K33 is raising at least 85 million Swedish krona ($8.9 million) through a share issue for its plan to purchase up to 1,000 Bitcoin for its treasury.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Pi Network migration problems: Users report KYC, 2FA and balance errors
As Pi Network prepares for its June 28 mainnet migration, several users are facing KYC failures and wallet errors, raising concerns about the platform’s readiness for open blockchain adoption.
Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill amid concerns over systemic risk
The US Senate voted to pass the GENIUS Act, a bill regulating stablecoins, but observers believe lawmakers may have ignored stability concerns in Treasury markets.
Circle’s USDC to become eligible collateral for US futures trading
USDC, a US dollar-pegged stablecoin by Circle and Coinbase, is set to become a collateral for US futures trading as part of a joint effort by Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear.
How a fake tweet from Paraguay pushed Bitcoin to $110K
A fake post from the Paraguayan president’s X account claimed Bitcoin was now legal tender, triggering a sharp 4% price spike.
Bitcoin eyes $105K pre-FOMC as Trump reveals Iran asked for dialogue
Trump offers light relief for Bitcoin price action while calling Fed Chair Jerome Powell a "stupid person" with interest-rate cut hopes absent.
The empire strikes out: Institutionalists failed to kill the stablecoin bill
Despite a relentless campaign from institutional powerbrokers like Senator Elizabeth Warren, the US Senate advanced the GENIUS Act, marking a watershed moment for stablecoin regulation and exposing the limits of establishment resistance.
Shanghai’s new e-CNY hub marks China’s subtle play for global monetary influence
Shanghai’s new e-CNY operations center is China’s answer to the stablecoin-led disruption of cross-border finance, signaling that the digital yuan isn’t just for domestic trials anymore, but for an open audition on the global economic stage. On June 18, People’s…
How a fake tweet from Paraguay pushed Bitcoin to $110K
A fake post from the Paraguayan president’s X account claimed Bitcoin was now legal tender, triggering a sharp 4% price spike.
Spark crypto price crashes despite key metric hitting a record high
Spark token continued its freefall on Wednesday, June 18, a day after launching its highly anticipated airdrop. Spark (SPK) plunged to a low of $0.0470, down 30% from its highest point a day earlier. The decline came as its 24-hour…
Analysts see Bitcoin at $600k, but retail investors chase upside in a rising newcomer
Analysts see Bitcoin hitting $600k–$700k, while retail hype builds around Neo Pepe's presale surge. #partnercontent
Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill amid concerns over systemic risk
The US Senate voted to pass the GENIUS Act, a bill regulating stablecoins, but observers believe lawmakers may have ignored stability concerns in Treasury markets.
Circle’s USDC to become eligible collateral for US futures trading
USDC, a US dollar-pegged stablecoin by Circle and Coinbase, is set to become a collateral for US futures trading as part of a joint effort by Coinbase Derivatives and Nodal Clear.
BlackRock Buys $600 Million Bitcoin Amid Iran Tensions
Retail has been selling with Fidelity seeing $200 million in outflows on Tuesday, and around the same amount for ARKB, but BlackRock bought $640 million.
Why are Bitcoin and crypto prices down today?
Geopolitical tensions are weighing on crypto markets, and there are risks of further declines.
Nasdaq’s Eyenovia Bets on Hyperliquid, Becomes First Public U.S. Firm to Hold HYPE Tokens
TLDR: Eyenovia invests $50M in Hyperliquid (HYPE), becoming first public U.S. firm with native token treasury New CIO Hyunsu Jung will lead blockchain strategy and validator expansion Company to rebrand as Hyperion DeFi and adopt ticker HYPD alongside biotech operations Validator role through Anchorage aims to earn yield and secure Hyperliquid blockchain Eyenovia has taken [...] The post Nasdaq’s Eyenovia Bets on Hyperliquid, Becomes First Public U.S. Firm to Hold HYPE Tokens appeared first on Blockonomi.
'$1 Million BTC' Samson Mow Expects Quick Bitcoin Recovery: 'Buy the FakeDip'
Bitcoin maximalist Mow issued bullish BTC message to his X audience
Dogecoin on Verge of Flipping Tron, But There's a Twist
Dogecoin sell-off closing up, giving it likely edge to flip Tron soon
BBVA’s Crypto Call: Wealthy Investors Encouraged To Allocate Up To 7% To Bitcoin
Spanish bank BBVA now recommends that its affluent clients allocate 3-7% of their investment portfolios to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC). This announcement was made by Philippe Meyer, head of digital and blockchain solutions at BBVA Switzerland. BBVA’s Approach To Bitcoin And Crypto Investments Meyer shared this insight during the DigiAssets conference in London, indicating that […]
South Korea’s Won Storms Crypto in 2025 With $663B in Trades—Second Only to the Greenback
Data from Kaiko Research reveals that South Korea’s won ranks as the second most heavily used fiat currency in crypto trading, just behind the U.S. dollar. Since the beginning of 2025, KRW-denominated trades have clocked in at a staggering $663 billion. South Korea Flexes Crypto Muscle—Only the U.S. Dollar Does More Volume South Korea remains […]
XRP on Verge of 'Move of the Year' Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
XRP price gears up for epic 25% break, but there's Fed rate catch
Binance Coin (BNB) Price Prediction for June 18
When can bounce back of Binance Coin (BNB) happen?
Top Presale Cryptocurrencies Drawing Investor Hype Ahead of 2025’s Bull Market — Early Entry Could Mean 30x+ Gains
As the crypto market braces for what could be a historic 2025 bull run, early investors are racing to secure positions in the most promising presale tokens. Momentum is surging across multiple projects — but a few standout names are drawing outsized attention from analysts, traders, and insiders. Among them, MAGACOIN FINANCE is leading the [...] The post Top Presale Cryptocurrencies Drawing Investor Hype Ahead of 2025’s Bull Market — Early Entry Could Mean 30x+ Gains appeared first on Blockonomi.
SUI golden cross, ETF buzz ignite excitement; Leading presale soars beyond $1.3m
SUI surges into the spotlight with a bullish golden cross and growing institutional interest, while Neo Pepe shatters presale milestones with its gamified, community-first approach. #partnercontent
TRUMP vs. FART vs. XYZVerse: Which memecoin currently holds the momentum in 2025?
TRUMP, FART, and XYZVerse dominate 2025’s memecoin surge, each shaping the future of crypto culture in unexpected ways. #partnercontent
Iran's Nobitex crypto exchange hit by $81 mln hack - Israel group claims responsibility
Nobitex suffered an $81M hack, wherein vanity addresses were used to taunt and exploit platform vulnerabilities. An Israeli hacker group claimed responsibility and threatened code leaks. IraThe post Iran's Nobitex crypto exchange hit by $81 mln hack - Israel group claims responsibility appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Pi Network migration problems: Users report KYC, 2FA and balance errors
As Pi Network prepares for its June 28 mainnet migration, several users are facing KYC failures and wallet errors, raising concerns about the platform’s readiness for open blockchain adoption.
GENIUS Act could bring trillions in institutional crypto capital: experts weigh in
Stablecoin regulation is set to transform the entire financial sector, industry experts believe.
Avalanche Remains Above $18 As Traders Are Hesitant
The price of Avalanche (AVAX) is falling again after being pushed back from the moving average lines on the 11th of June.
Dow, S&P 500 open flat ahead of Fed’s rate decision
U.S. stocks looked to edge higher on Wednesday as the market pondered the next steps ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and the unfolding Israel-Iran conflict. The Dow Jones Industrial Average hovered near 42,246, up 30 points at…
Analysts Warn Against Early Selling: FUNToken's Big Move May Still Be Ahead
FUNToken has shown strong growth in early June 2025, climbing over 27% in just two weeks and pushing its market cap past $43 million. While this is something to celebrate, financial analysts, incluThe post Analysts Warn Against Early Selling: FUNToken's Big Move May Still Be Ahead appeared first on AMBCrypto.
BlackRock's $638 mln Bitcoin buy: Ultimate hedge, confirmed?
BlackRock purchased 6,088 BTC worth $638.5 million, marking one of Q2’s largest institutional buys. The purchase reflects a growing trend: BTC is being adopted as a macro hedge amid global inThe post BlackRock's $638 mln Bitcoin buy: Ultimate hedge, confirmed? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
The Blockchain Group Buys $20 Million Worth Of Bitcoin
Bitcoin Magazine The Blockchain Group Buys $20 Million Worth Of Bitcoin European Bitcoin treasury company acquires 182 BTC through convertible bonds and warrant conversions, bringing total holdings to 1,653 BTC worth $172 million. This post The Blockchain Group Buys $20 Million Worth Of Bitcoin first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen.