Japan’s Metaplanet adds 1,005 BTC, issues $207M in 0% ordinary bonds to buy more Bitcoin
Metaplanet Inc., Japan’s leading corporate Bitcoin holder, added another 1,005 BTC to its balance sheet and issued more ordinary bonds. According to its June 30 public disclosure, the company spent ¥15.648 billion, about $108 million, on the latest purchase. It…
XRP Price Rockets on Budget U-Turn, But Rally Faces Fakeout
XRP price breakout turns to fakeout amid "Big Beautiful Bill" buzz, here's why
Top 3 Undervalued Restaking Tokens Below $2M Market Cap To Watch
Restaking has quickly become one of the most talked-about innovations in DeFi, which is now unlocking new layers of utility and rewards from already-staked assets. By allowing users to “restake” their tokens across multiple protocols, this concept is reshaping how yield and security are shared across networks. Today, we highlight a handful of undervalued restaking tokens, each trading below a $2 million market cap. These low-cap plays may not be dominating headlines yet, but they’re building quietly in the background — and could gain serious traction as the restaking narrative continues to grow. Eigenpie ($EGP) Unit Price: $0.9163 Market Cap: The post Top 3 Undervalued Restaking Tokens Below $2M Market Cap To Watch appeared first on The Merkle News.
Strategy buys $531M of Bitcoin as sentiment rebounds above $107K
Michael Saylor’s Strategy now holds 597,325 BTC, purchased for about $42.4 billion at an average price of $70,982 per coin.
Chainlink launches compliance tool to unlock $100T in institutional capital
The new compliance solution may cut billions in compliance costs for institutions looking to invest in the crypto economy.
Spain cracks down on €460M crypto fraud network in Europol-backed operation
Spanish authorities, with Europol and international partners, arrested five suspects in a major operation targeting a €460 million crypto fraud network. On 25 June, the Spanish Guardia Civil, backed by Europol and law enforcement partners from Estonia, France, and the…
Ethereum beats Bitcoin in Q2, but is BTC still the safer long-term bet?
Ethereum’s Q2 outperformance came from a single month, while Bitcoin showed steady strength. Is ETH’s momentum just short-term rotation, or a sign of deeper fragility? Ethereum [ETH] cloThe post Ethereum beats Bitcoin in Q2, but is BTC still the safer long-term bet? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Kraken debuts tokenized stock trading for Apple, Tesla, and other major US equities
Kraken's xStocks could revolutionize global equity access, challenging traditional markets and enhancing blockchain's role in finance. The post Kraken debuts tokenized stock trading for Apple, Tesla, and other major US equities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
JPMorgan rates Circle underweight with $80 target by late 2026
While seeing Circle as well-positioned in the stablecoin market, JPMorgan analysts warned that competition is a potential threat to the stablecoin issuer.
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.
Vitalik introduces ‘pluralistic’ IDs to protect privacy in digital identity systems
Vitalik Buterin warns that single digital IDs could erode pseudonymity, proposing pluralistic systems to safeguard privacy and fair access.
Crypto cards outpace banks in micro-spending in Europe: Report
Crypto cards now rival banks for everyday purchases in Europe, with nearly half of transactions under $12 and online spending far above the eurozone average.
Emerging economies have sparked crypto’s most important retail revolution yet
Emerging markets are not just adopting crypto, they’re redefining it. People in high-friction economies set new standards for the global crypto ecosystem.
Coinbase makes TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2025 list
The crypto exchange company is often used as a proxy to gauge the health and growth of the nascent crypto industry in the United States.
Few Bitcoin treasury companies will survive ‘death spiral’: VC Report
Bitcoin treasury companies have become a major trend in 2025; however, only the most seasoned and disciplined firms are likely to survive.
Bitcoin takes pressure off the US dollar — US President Trump
Trump praised Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in a Friday press conference and said Bitcoin may help relieve pressure on the US dollar.
‘All systems go’ for Solana staking ETF to launch any moment: Analysts
ETF analyst Eric Balchunas says REX Shares’ latest Solana staking ETF filing with the SEC suggests the product is ready to launch any day now.
Bitcoin is ‘bad for dictators’: Human Rights Foundation exec
Human Rights Foundation’s Alex Gladstein told a group of US political leaders that Bitcoin has “essentially saved” citizens living under dictatorships.
27% of Koreans aged 20–50 hold crypto, 70% eye more investments: Report
More than 25% of South Koreans aged 20 to 50 now hold crypto, and 70% plan to increase their investments as digital assets become a key part of retirement planning.
Binance ties to Kenyan crypto board raise monopoly concerns: Report
Kenya’s crypto startups fear a Binance-linked lobby group could tilt new regulations in the exchange’s favor under the proposed VASP bill.
Bitcoin price will make history with $109K weekly, monthly close
Bitcoin weekend volatility gets a late boost thanks to a familiar source with the key $109,000 BTC price closing level within easy reach.
Stablecoins are becoming ‘default settlement layer’ for internet: Alchemy
Stablecoins are now the “default settlement layer for the internet,” surpassing Visa and Mastercard in onchain transaction volume.
The renaissance returns with decentralized AI
Decentralized AI breaks open the gates of intelligence, with communities worldwide building, customizing and governing their own tools. DeAI dismantles centralized control and empowers communities to create and govern their own AI systems.
How mass decoy messaging protects whistleblowers — CoverDrop founder
The growing sophistication of the mass surveillance state has created the need for new tools to obfuscate identity and restore anonymity.
Saylor signals impending Bitcoin buy for 11th consecutive week
Michael Saylor's Strategy is up over 52% on its Bitcoin investment, representing an unrealized capital gain of over $21.8 billion.
Bitcoin aims for highest weekly close: Will HYPE, BCH, LINK, and SEI follow?
Bitcoin price made a weekend rush on the $109,000 resistance and HYPE, BCH, LINK and SEI could be the first altcoins to rally if BTC bulls secure new highs.
Growing dissatisfaction among young people to drive BTC price: Analyst
Jordi Visser argued that growing dissatisfaction among those 25 and younger with the current financial system will increase BTC adoption.
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.
Arbitrum jumps 17% on speculation of partnership with Robinhood
Speculation has been growing of a potential tie-up between Arbitrum and Robinhood Markets after an X post.
Bitcoin price stuck as OGs are ‘dumping on Wall Street’: Analyst
Long-term Bitcoin holders have been selling to institutions since spot ETFs launched, keeping prices stagnant.
BNB Smart Chain block times fall to 0.8 secs amid Maxwell upgrade
BNB Smart Chain’s Maxwell hard fork has three main proposals to boost scalability, validator sync and overall network efficiency.
Metaplanet surpasses Cleanspark with $108M Bitcoin buy
Metaplanet has become the fifth-largest corporate Bitcoin holder after its latest $108 million purchase, which comes on the same day the Japanese firm issued 0% interest bonds to buy more.
South Korea pauses CBDC tests as stablecoin fever hits banks
The Bank of Korea reportedly suspended its central bank digital currency trials as participating banks are tempted by the government’s promise to allow stablecoins.
Unlucky trader ‘qwatio’ liquidated 8 times in a week, loses $12.5M
A trader under the handle qwatio has been liquidated eight times in the last week, with the latest a partial liquidation of an Ether position leveraged by 25X.
Hacked Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex slowly restores services
Hacked Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex is slated to resume withdrawal services, starting with verified users.
Record Q2, monthly close next? 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin is on the cusp of beating several historical all-time highs as a trader warns that "games are being played" in an increasingly volatile environment.
Bhutan embraces crypto payments despite connectivity gaps
Cointelegraph is in the Kingdom of Bhutan to check the state of crypto adoption in the eastern Himalayan country.
Crypto ETP inflows in H1 2025 down 2.7% from last year’s $18.3B
Crypto ETPs saw $17.8 billion of inflows in the first half of 2025, down 2.7% from last year’s $18.3 billion, according to CoinShares.
Kazakhstan plans to establish national crypto reserve
Kazakhstan’s central bank is set to establish a state-run crypto reserve, likely funded by seized digital assets and government-linked mining.
JPMorgan rates Circle underweight with $80 target by late 2026
While seeing Circle as well-positioned in the stablecoin market, JPMorgan analysts warned that competition is a potential threat to the stablecoin issuer.
Shiba Inu Regains 100 Trillion Mark; What's Next Now?
SHIB accumulation underway once again
Here’s why the crypto market is at a standstill as tech stocks take flight
The crypto market has remained mostly stagnant as Amazon, Meta and Nvidia reach record-highs on the market over the previous weekend. Here’s why. In a miraculous turn-around, investors seemed to have regained a sense of new-found confidence as they flock…
Here’s why PENGU could be on the brink of an upside rally
PENGU rallied for the fourth consecutive day, driven by bullish technical indicators and rising adoption trends. According to data from crypto.news, Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) surged to a high of $0.0154 on June 30 during afternoon trading in Asia, its highest…
Resupply protocol outlines recovery plan post $10M exploit, proposes $6M token burn
The decentralized stablecoin protocol recently hit by a multi-million-dollar exploit has presented a formal recovery plan to address the fallout. According to Resupply’s latest announcement, the recovery plan will focus on stabilizing the protocol’s finances and supporting affected users. At…
The Blockchain Group boosts Bitcoin holdings by 60 BTC, reports 1,270% YTD BTC yield
The Blockchain Group has added 60 BTC to its Bitcoin stash following a series of recent capital raises, bringing its total holdings to 1,788 BTC. The Blockchain Group, Europe’s first Bitcoin Treasury Company listed on Euronext Growth Paris, has confirmed…
Legendary Bitcoiner Debunks Paper Bitcoin, Sparks Discussion on the Phenomenon
Adam Back took to social media to debunk claims about paper bitcoin, stating that large institutions are taking delivery of their purchases with custodians. However, a discussion ensued, with some claiming that this phenomenon is real and that there are billions of fake BTC in the market. Adam Back Debunks Paper Bitcoin: Is It Fake? […]
Kazakhstan announces plans to establish a state crypto reserve
Kazakhstan plans to establish a state crypto reserve, contingent on the creation of a legal framework to govern its formation and management. Kazakhstan’s National Bank is currently working on a detailed concept for forming and managing the reserve, potentially within…
Kazakhstan plans to establish national crypto reserve using seized and state-mined assets
Kazakhstan's crypto reserve initiative could enhance financial innovation and regulatory frameworks, potentially influencing global crypto policies. The post Kazakhstan plans to establish national crypto reserve using seized and state-mined assets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Bitcoin Faces Make-or-Break Week as June Monthly Close Approaches
TLDR: Bitcoin (BTC) failed to sweep $108.9K twice, leaving liquidity above as a key short trigger. Zen eyes $104K wick zones for high-volume dips to buy into strength. Dr Cat warns of weak cycle structure despite firm short-term tape. Quarter-end flows and stablecoin moves are expected to drive intraday volatility. Bitcoin traders brace for a [...] The post Bitcoin Faces Make-or-Break Week as June Monthly Close Approaches appeared first on Blockonomi.
SOL bounces on ETF hopes, XRP eyes $27; XYZVerse targets 25,000% gains
As Solana and XRP prepare for potential breakouts, XYZVerse is stealing the spotlight with a fast-rising presale and bold ambitions to become the next 1,000x memecoin. #partnercontent
$3 XRP Might Not Be Possible Now
XRP was getting closer to recovery, but chances are getting slimmer
Watch Out for the Next Top Crypto to 1000x as Ripple CEO Declares ‘1000%’ Commitment to $XRP
It’s shaping up to be a great week for $XRP as the Ripple Labs CEO stressed his support for his company’s cryptocurrency. This has received a positive response on both social media and the crypto market, which now sees a way forward for the rest of the industry. In addition, it bodes well for new […]
XRP, Solana, Cardano Multi-Asset ETF Approval Highly Likely This Week: Expert
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enters the final stretch of its review of Grayscale Investments’ bid to convert the $760 million Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC)—which includes Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana and Cardano—into an exchange-traded fund, with the statutory deadline set for July 2. ETF Store president Nate Geraci told his followers on […]
Bitcoin: Despite $11B ETF inflows, BTC stalls below $110K - Reasons?
Selling pressure from long-term holders and whales has kept BTC muted above $100K. Still, VC Chamath Palihapitiya boldly projected BTC could hit $500K by October. Is Bitcoin [BTC] pricThe post Bitcoin: Despite $11B ETF inflows, BTC stalls below $110K - Reasons? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
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Kazakhstan plans to establish national crypto reserve
Kazakhstan’s central bank is set to establish a state-run crypto reserve, likely funded by seized digital assets and government-linked mining.
Bitcoin Hashprice Nears 5-Month High After Record Difficulty Drop Since China Ban
Bitcoin’s hashprice has surged to its highest level since early February, rising above $58.5/PH/s following a 7.4% decline in network difficulty—the steepest drop since the aftermath of China’s 2021 mining ban. This article is from Theminermag, a trade publication for the cryptocurrency mining industry, focusing on the latest news and research on institutional bitcoin mining […]
ARB crypto defends $0.30, surges 21% - Will $0.40 be next?
Arbitrum rallied by 21.17% to hit $0.39 before retracing to $0.36. ARB's upward momentum strengthened as buyers scooped up 148 million tokens. Arbitrum [ARB] surged 21.17% after defeThe post ARB crypto defends $0.30, surges 21% - Will $0.40 be next? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Reveals His Perfect Bitcoin Formula
Perfect Bitcoin formula revealed by Peter Brandt, here's how much BTC you need
Solana (SOL) Outperforms Top 10 Coins With 12% Rally, What's Next?
Solana is best performing altcoin in past week, outshining Ethereum and XRP
Crypto ETP inflows in H1 2025 down 2.7% from last year’s $18.3B
Crypto ETP gains totaled $17.8 billion of inflows in the first half of 2025, or down 2.7% from last year’s $18.3 billion, according to CoinShares.
'Irresponsibly Long Bitcoin': Michael Saylor Reveals Pivotal BTC Moment
Michael Saylor reveals what made him go ‘irresponsibly long’ Bitcoin
Bhutan embraces crypto payments despite connectivity gaps
Cointelegraph is in the Kingdom of Bhutan to check the state of crypto adoption in the eastern Himalayan country.
BTC holds at $100k amid sales, corporate buys could spark rise
Despite strong institutional demand and steady inflows, Bitcoin has failed to break past the $100,000 mark in recent weeks, raising questions about what’s driving the stall. Weighing in on BTC’s (BTC) performance, Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards said the sideways…
Spanish Authorities Dismantle Crypto Investment Fraud Ring Which Laundered Over $500 Million in Illicit Proceeds
Europol has announced that the Spanish Guardia Civil, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies from Estonia, France, and the United States, has dismantled a cryptocurrency investment fraud ring that defrauded over 5,000 victims worldwide. The operation resulted in the arrest of five individuals, with three apprehended in the Canary Islands and two in Madrid. The […]
What traders should watch for during mid-week crypto market volatility
Mid-week trading sessions in the cryptocurrency market often bring heightened volatility that can both challenge and reward traders. Understanding the factors behind these fluctuations and knowing whaThe post What traders should watch for during mid-week crypto market volatility appeared first on AMBCrypto.
AI is being built behind closed doors, and that’s a dangerous mistake | Opinion
We’ve already surrendered our digital agency to centralized platforms, and with AI, the consequences will be even less reversible.
Fragbite Group stock shoots up 64% following plans to establish a Bitcoin treasury
Swedish gaming and web3 company Fragbite Group vows to establish a Bitcoin treasury to ‘future-proof’ its balance sheet. The firm has also appointed a dedicated director to oversee its Treasury operations. According to a recently published press release, the company’s…
T1 CEX Confirmed: PEP-20 Token Listing Countdown Begins
Bitcoin Pepe has officially secured a listing on MEXC—more fuel on the fire for what has already become one of 2025’s most talked-about presales. In just a few days, the project has raised an additional $250k following the announcement of a strategic integration with the AI engagement platform Me3, and the good news just does [...] The post T1 CEX Confirmed: PEP-20 Token Listing Countdown Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.
Ethereum posts 33% Q2 gains – What’s next for ETH’s $4,000 target?
Ethereum gained 33.47% in Q2; eyes $4K as engagement and staking surge to record highs Over 35 million ETH is staked, but centralization concerns rise with Lido, Binance, and Coinbase dThe post Ethereum posts 33% Q2 gains – What’s next for ETH’s $4,000 target? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Record Q2, monthly close next? 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin is on the cusp of beating several historical all-time highs as a trader warns that "games are being played" in an increasingly volatile environment.
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.
Gemini launches tokenized Michael Saylor's Strategy stock for EU investors
Gemini says Strategy (MSTR) is its only tokenized stock for now, with more tokenized stocks and ETFs launching in "the coming days."
XRP spikes 3% after Garlinghouse says Ripple dropping SEC cross-appeal
XRP spiked on Friday after Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said the company is “closing this chapter once and for all” in its legal battle with the US regulator that began in December 2020.
Crypto scammer gets 8 years for $40M eEmpowerCoin, ECoinPlus scams
Dwayne Golden sentenced to nearly eight years for defrauding investors in EmpowerCoin, ECoinPlus, and Jet-Coin schemes totaling over $40 million.
Crypto exchange Bitvavo receives MiCA license from the Netherlands
Bitvavo’s chief risk officer Jeetan Patel says the process of securing a MiCA license “progressed efficiently.”
How high can XRP price go?
XRP whale flows flipped positive in May for the first time in months, signaling renewed accumulation and growing bullish sentiment.
Vitalik introduces ‘pluralistic’ IDs to protect privacy in digital identity systems
Vitalik Buterin warns that single digital IDs could erode pseudonymity, proposing pluralistic systems to safeguard privacy and fair access.
Crypto cards outpace banks in micro-spending in Europe: Report
Crypto cards now rival banks for everyday purchases in Europe, with nearly half of transactions under $12 and online spending far above the eurozone average.
Emerging economies have sparked crypto’s most important retail revolution yet
Emerging markets are not just adopting crypto, they’re redefining it. People in high-friction economies set new standards for the global crypto ecosystem.
Coinbase makes TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2025 list
The crypto exchange company is often used as a proxy to gauge the health and growth of the nascent crypto industry in the United States.
Few Bitcoin treasury companies will survive ‘death spiral’: VC Report
Bitcoin treasury companies have become a major trend in 2025; however, only the most seasoned and disciplined firms are likely to survive.
Bitcoin takes pressure off the US dollar — US President Trump
Trump praised Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies in a Friday press conference and said Bitcoin may help relieve pressure on the US dollar.
‘All systems go’ for Solana staking ETF to launch any moment: Analysts
ETF analyst Eric Balchunas says REX Shares’ latest Solana staking ETF filing with the SEC suggests the product is ready to launch any day now.
Bitcoin is ‘bad for dictators’: Human Rights Foundation exec
Human Rights Foundation’s Alex Gladstein told a group of US political leaders that Bitcoin has “essentially saved” citizens living under dictatorships.
27% of Koreans aged 20–50 hold crypto, 70% eye more investments: Report
More than 25% of South Koreans aged 20 to 50 now hold crypto, and 70% plan to increase their investments as digital assets become a key part of retirement planning.
Binance ties to Kenyan crypto board raise monopoly concerns: Report
Kenya’s crypto startups fear a Binance-linked lobby group could tilt new regulations in the exchange’s favor under the proposed VASP bill.
Bitcoin price will make history with $109K weekly, monthly close
Bitcoin weekend volatility gets a late boost thanks to a familiar source with the key $109,000 BTC price closing level within easy reach.
Stablecoins are becoming ‘default settlement layer’ for internet: Alchemy
Stablecoins are now the “default settlement layer for the internet,” surpassing Visa and Mastercard in onchain transaction volume.
The renaissance returns with decentralized AI
Decentralized AI breaks open the gates of intelligence, with communities worldwide building, customizing and governing their own tools. DeAI dismantles centralized control and empowers communities to create and govern their own AI systems.
How mass decoy messaging protects whistleblowers — CoverDrop founder
The growing sophistication of the mass surveillance state has created the need for new tools to obfuscate identity and restore anonymity.
Saylor signals impending Bitcoin buy for 11th consecutive week
Michael Saylor's Strategy is up over 52% on its Bitcoin investment, representing an unrealized capital gain of over $21.8 billion.
Bitcoin aims for highest weekly close: Will HYPE, BCH, LINK, and SEI follow?
Bitcoin price made a weekend rush on the $109,000 resistance and HYPE, BCH, LINK and SEI could be the first altcoins to rally if BTC bulls secure new highs.
Growing dissatisfaction among young people to drive BTC price: Analyst
Jordi Visser argued that growing dissatisfaction among those 25 and younger with the current financial system will increase BTC adoption.
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.
Arbitrum jumps 17% on speculation of partnership with Robinhood
Speculation has been growing of a potential tie-up between Arbitrum and Robinhood Markets after an X post.
Bitcoin price stuck as OGs are ‘dumping on Wall Street’: Analyst
Long-term Bitcoin holders have been selling to institutions since spot ETFs launched, keeping prices stagnant.
BNB Smart Chain block times fall to 0.8 secs amid Maxwell upgrade
BNB Smart Chain’s Maxwell hard fork has three main proposals to boost scalability, validator sync and overall network efficiency.
Metaplanet surpasses Cleanspark with $108M Bitcoin buy
Metaplanet has become the fifth-largest corporate Bitcoin holder after its latest $108 million purchase, which comes on the same day the Japanese firm issued 0% interest bonds to buy more.
South Korea pauses CBDC tests as stablecoin fever hits banks
The Bank of Korea reportedly suspended its central bank digital currency trials as participating banks are tempted by the government’s promise to allow stablecoins.
Unlucky trader ‘qwatio’ liquidated 8 times in a week, loses $12.5M
A trader under the handle qwatio has been liquidated eight times in the last week, with the latest a partial liquidation of an Ether position leveraged by 25X.