Aptos Labs and Yellow Card Launch Instant, Gas-Free Stablecoin Transfers Across Africa
TLDR: Users in 20 African countries can now send USDT and USDC with zero gas fees on Yellow Card. Aptos’ blockchain enables sub-second finality and over 11,000 TPS for stablecoin transfers. Integration supports Africa’s demand for mobile-first, real-time digital payment solutions. Social sentiment highlights the launch as a turning point in real-world crypto adoption. Aptos [...] The post Aptos Labs and Yellow Card Launch Instant, Gas-Free Stablecoin Transfers Across Africa appeared first on Blockonomi.
Australian crypto billionaire escapes kidnapping attempt after biting off attacker’s finger
Australian billionaire Tim Heath escaped a planned abduction in Estonia after a group of attackers attempted to extort his digital assets in a coordinated operation. According to local media, Heath had to physically fight off his attackers during the ambush,…
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.
Bitcoin squeezes shorts in $108K spike as US jobs drop most in 2 years
Bitcoin shorts are suddenly on the receiving end of punishment as a US employment data surprise injects fresh volatility into BTC price action.
Brazil’s 17.5% crypto tax: How the new rules hurt small investors most
Brazil’s new 17.5% flat crypto tax replaces previous exemptions and now applies to all digital asset gains.
The crypto revolution remains half-built
Despite surging crypto adoption in emerging markets, the promise of financial sovereignty remains unfulfilled. Millions hold digital wealth they can’t easily use without seamless payment systems and practical off-ramps.
Tether made $5.2B in 2024: Here’s how stablecoins make money
With rising rates and over $100 billion in reserves, Tether turned monetary policy into profit, and it’s not alone.
ETH news update: Ether rangebreak possible due to spot ETF inflows
ETH price has been stuck in a range despite months of steady spot Ether ETF inflows, but this situation could change quickly.
Peter Thiel backs crypto-friendly Silicon Valley Bank rival — Report
Before its collapse, Silicon Valley Bank had deep ties to crypto companies and venture capital funds investing in the industry.
Bitcoin price target ‘sits around $170K’ as global M2 supply reaches record high
Bitcoin's bullish outlook strengthens as the US dollar drops 10.8% in its worst H1 performance since 1973.
Trump’s crypto ventures have added $620M to his net worth — Report
With the US president’s ties to his family-backed business, World Liberty Financial, and a memecoin launch, Donald Trump has seen his personal wealth increase by millions in 2025.
Bitcoin’s STH cost basis suggests $117K is the next stop for BTC price
Bitcoin’s onchain and technical data suggest that the upside is not over for BTC price.
SOL news update: REX Shares Solana ETF boosts price, but for how long?
SOL rallied after the launch of the REX Shares Solana ETF, but bulls need to hold the price above $160.
Will Bitcoin benefit from ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passage and US debt ceiling increase?
Traders say Bitcoin will benefit from the proposed $5 trillion increase to the US debt ceiling, but data could suggest otherwise.
Cake Wallet onboards dEURO decentralized stablecoin, offers 10% yield on collateral
The dEURO is overcollateralized by other digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ether and Monero.
BNB news update: Bulls target $719 after successful Maxwell upgrade
BNB Smart Chain’s Maxwell upgrade has ignited the bulls, opening the door for a rally toward new year-to-date highs.
SEC ends ‘regulation through enforcement,’ calls tokenization 'innovation'
In a media interview, Chair Paul Atkins pledged to empower businesses to innovate through tokenization.
LTC under $90: Buying opportunity or warning sign?
LTC price fell under $90, but multiple factors suggest Q4 2025 could be an exciting time for the altcoin.
Crypto should be about freeing people, not esoteric tech — Vitalik Buterin
Vitalik Buterin’s presentation at the EthCC event comes amid an inflection point for the crypto industry as it attempts to reconcile growth and the Cypherpunk ethos.
Is Zohran Mamdani really that bad for New York’s crypto industry?
Zohran Mamdani has made waves after his primary election victory, but what would he mean for the crypto industry in NYC?
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.
OpenAI says Robinhood tokens are not equity in the company
The platform’s OpenAI private equity tokens were disavowed by the company, prompting OpenAI co-founder Elon Musk to call the AI firm “fake.”
Bitcoin rallies to $109.7K but pro traders question BTC’s price momentum
Bitcoin moved closer to its all-time high today, but several data points suggest pro traders are not on board yet.
Ripple applies for US banking license, joining crypto rush for legitimacy
Ripple has followed Circle in looking to be its own bank after Congress moved ahead with a bill to regulate stablecoin issuers under the national bank regulator.
Crypto billionaire bit off kidnapper’s finger during ambush: Report
Crypto billionaire Tim Heath lost a tooth but took a finger in a 30-second struggle with kidnappers in Estonia last year, a court has heard.
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF earns more than its flagship S&P 500 fund
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF is earning more in annual fees than the firm’s signature S&P; 500 fund, despite having an expense ratio almost nine times higher.
First Solana staking ETF hits $12M in ‘healthy’ first trading day
REX-Osprey’s groundbreaking Solana staking ETF overcame SEC hurdles and posted $33 million in first-day volume.
Bitcoin aims for new highs as BTC futures activity highlights paradigm shift
Bitcoin’s rally above $109,000 was backed by strong onchain and technical signals.
Bitcoin may tap $116K in July amid ‘perfect storm’ of macro catalysts
A move to $116,000 represents a 6.45% jump from Bitcoin’s current price at the time of publication.
North Korean hackers targeting crypto projects with unusual Mac exploit
The malware bypasses Apple’s memory protections and deploys an infostealer payload targeting crypto wallets.
US probes negotiator suspected of taking crypto ransomware money
DigitalMint President Marc Grens confirmed in a statement to Cointelegraph that an employee is under investigation and has been fired from the firm.
TradFi body urges SEC reject special treatment for tokenized stocks
A finance industry trade group says tokenized stock offerings shouldn’t get a Securities and Exchange Commission exemption but instead go through the “notice and comment process.”
Ethereum Community Foundation forms with ‘mandate’ for $10K ETH
Ethereum core developer Zak Cole has launched the Ethereum Community Foundation to “do what the [Ethereum Foundation] won’t.”
More than 40 fake wallet extensions on browsers detected as malware threat
Security firm Koi discovered over 40 fake wallet extensions have popped up on Firefox browser plug-in stores. They lure victims by masquerading as major wallet firms. According to recent blogpost from the security company Koi, hackers have been operating a…
Hyperliquid eyes breakout as network updates and rising bridge deposits fuel bullish momentum
Hyperliquid is gaining momentum with bridge deposits on the rise and key network upgrades on the horizon. As of this writing, Hyperliquid (HYPE) is trading at $39.85, up 6% in the last day. The token has hovered between $35.50 and…
Bitcoin Flashes Rare Signal That Could Trigger Drop Below $40,000, Analyst Warns
Bitcoin (BTC) recently closed its June monthly candle above $100,000, raising hopes among bulls for continued upside throughout the summer. However, the digital asset has now flashed a rare signal that warns of a significant price pullback in the coming months. Bitcoin Flashes Rare Bearish Signal According to a recent X post by seasoned crypto […]
JASMY drops 7% – Will bulls defend key support or risk a 15% slide?
JASMY appeared to be at a critical level on the charts at press time Market sentiment has been mixed lately, with investors divided between bullish and bearish expectations JasmyCoin [JASMY]The post JASMY drops 7% – Will bulls defend key support or risk a 15% slide? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
PENGU price prediction - High demand is a plus, but wait for a 20% dip!
PENGU uptrend has been undefeated, despite the short-term volatility over the past four days A retest of the $0.012-$0.013 region could offer a buying opportunity Pudgy Penguins [PENGU] was The post PENGU price prediction - High demand is a plus, but wait for a 20% dip! appeared first on AMBCrypto.
US Crypto Exchanges a ‘Blind Spot’ in North Korea Laundering Scheme
North Korean developers, operating as fake freelancers, have reportedly amassed over $16.5 million this year by infiltrating crypto and traditional tech companies, according to crypto sleuth ZachXBT. U.S. Exchanges Used to Launder Funds According to online crypto scam investigator ZachXBT, a total of $16.58 million has been paid to North Koreans hired as developers at […]
Ethereum Community Foundation forms with ‘mandate’ for $10K ETH
Ethereum core developer Zak Cole has launched the Ethereum Community Foundation to “do what the [Ethereum Foundation] won’t.”
TradFi body urges SEC reject special treatment for tokenized stocks
A finance industry trade group says tokenized stock offerings shouldn’t get a Securities and Exchange Commission exemption but instead go through the “notice and comment process.”
Crypto Alert: These 40 Firefox Extensions Can Instantly Drain Your Wallet
Dozens of dangerous crypto-stealing Firefox extensions have been exposed
Arizona Governor Vetoes Revived Bitcoin Reserve Bill For Seized Assets
Arizona’s governor has rejected a recently revived bill that would have established a Bitcoin (BTC) Reserve comprised of seized digital assets. The legislation became the third crypto bill to be rejected by the governor this session. Related Reading: Malaysia Proposes Crypto Exchange Rules Overhaul To Boost Competitiveness – Details Governor Hobbs Says No To Bitcoin […]
$100M Solana bet - DeFi Development plans MicroStrategy-style crypto move
DeFi Development plans a $100M-$125M raise to scale its SOL strategy A trader termed the staking ETF update a "sell-the-news" event, but SOL could still rally Solana [SOL] has been attractinThe post $100M Solana bet - DeFi Development plans MicroStrategy-style crypto move appeared first on AMBCrypto.
North Korean hackers targeting crypto projects with unusual Mac exploit
The malware bypasses Apple’s memory protections and deploys an infostealer payload targeting crypto wallets.
US probes negotiator suspected of taking crypto ransomware money
DigitalMint President Marc Grens confirmed in a statement to Cointelegraph that an employee is under investigation and has been fired from the firm.
Bitcoin may tap $116K in July amid ‘perfect storm’ of macro catalysts
A move to $116,000 represents a 6.45% jump from Bitcoin’s current price at the time of publication.
XRP’s comeback spurs interest in APT Miner’s cloud-based mining
APT Miner partners with top manufacturers to provide stable, cloud mining with real-time income tracking and full contract transparency. #sponsoredcontent
Palmer Luckey and Peter Thiel Back New Bank Erebor to Fill Gap Left by Silicon Valley Bank
A group of tech billionaires, led by Palmer Luckey, co-founder of military contractor Anduril, is preparing to launch a new bank named Erebor, aimed at filling the gap left by Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) for start-ups, including those in the cryptocurrency sector. Backed by high-profile investors such as Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund and Joe Lonsdale […]
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.
Coinbase acquires token management platform Liquifi
Coinbase’s acquisition of Liquifi aims to address the complexity of token launches by onchain builders by making them faster and easier.
Binance Pay brings crypto payments to 80+ French Riviera merchants
Binance Pay and Lyzi team up to bring crypto payments to over 80 businesses across the French Riviera, spanning Cannes, Nice, Antibes and Monaco.
Euro stablecoin by DWS and Deutsche Bank gets regulatory approval
AllUnity, a stablecoin joint venture by Deutsche Bank and DWS, has received a BaFin license in Germany to issue a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin, EURAU.
PancakeSwap doubles quarterly volume to $530B as upgrades boost growth
PancakeSwap posted $325 billion in June trading volume, its highest ever, as crosschain swaps and Solana expansion fueled growth and dominance on BNB Chain.
KBC Bank to offer Bitcoin, Ether to retail customers
Belgium’s KBC Bank plans to let retail customers invest in Bitcoin and Ether via its Bolero platform, pending regulatory approval later this year.
Bitcoin squeezes shorts in $108K spike as US jobs drop most in 2 years
Bitcoin shorts are suddenly on the receiving end of punishment as a US employment data surprise injects fresh volatility into BTC price action.
Brazil’s 17.5% crypto tax: How the new rules hurt small investors most
Brazil’s new 17.5% flat crypto tax replaces previous exemptions and now applies to all digital asset gains.
The crypto revolution remains half-built
Despite surging crypto adoption in emerging markets, the promise of financial sovereignty remains unfulfilled. Millions hold digital wealth they can’t easily use without seamless payment systems and practical off-ramps.
Tether made $5.2B in 2024: Here’s how stablecoins make money
With rising rates and over $100 billion in reserves, Tether turned monetary policy into profit, and it’s not alone.
ETH news update: Ether rangebreak possible due to spot ETF inflows
ETH price has been stuck in a range despite months of steady spot Ether ETF inflows, but this situation could change quickly.
Peter Thiel backs crypto-friendly Silicon Valley Bank rival — Report
Before its collapse, Silicon Valley Bank had deep ties to crypto companies and venture capital funds investing in the industry.
Bitcoin price target ‘sits around $170K’ as global M2 supply reaches record high
Bitcoin's bullish outlook strengthens as the US dollar drops 10.8% in its worst H1 performance since 1973.
Trump’s crypto ventures have added $620M to his net worth — Report
With the US president’s ties to his family-backed business, World Liberty Financial, and a memecoin launch, Donald Trump has seen his personal wealth increase by millions in 2025.
Bitcoin’s STH cost basis suggests $117K is the next stop for BTC price
Bitcoin’s onchain and technical data suggest that the upside is not over for BTC price.
SOL news update: REX Shares Solana ETF boosts price, but for how long?
SOL rallied after the launch of the REX Shares Solana ETF, but bulls need to hold the price above $160.
Will Bitcoin benefit from ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passage and US debt ceiling increase?
Traders say Bitcoin will benefit from the proposed $5 trillion increase to the US debt ceiling, but data could suggest otherwise.
Cake Wallet onboards dEURO decentralized stablecoin, offers 10% yield on collateral
The dEURO is overcollateralized by other digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ether and Monero.
BNB news update: Bulls target $719 after successful Maxwell upgrade
BNB Smart Chain’s Maxwell upgrade has ignited the bulls, opening the door for a rally toward new year-to-date highs.
SEC ends ‘regulation through enforcement,’ calls tokenization 'innovation'
In a media interview, Chair Paul Atkins pledged to empower businesses to innovate through tokenization.
LTC under $90: Buying opportunity or warning sign?
LTC price fell under $90, but multiple factors suggest Q4 2025 could be an exciting time for the altcoin.
Crypto should be about freeing people, not esoteric tech — Vitalik Buterin
Vitalik Buterin's presentation at the EthCC event comes amid an inflection point for the crypto industry as it attempts to reconcile growth and the Cypherpunk ethos.
Is Zohran Mamdani really that bad for New York’s crypto industry?
Zohran Mamdani has made waves after his primary election victory, but what would he mean for the crypto industry in NYC?
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.
OpenAI says Robinhood tokens are not equity in the company
The platform's OpenAI private equity tokens were disavowed by the company, prompting OpenAI co-founder, Elon Musk, to call the AI firm "fake."
Bitcoin rallies to $109.7K but pro traders question BTC’s price momentum
Bitcoin moved closer to its all-time high today, but several data points suggest pro traders are not on board yet.
Ripple applies for US banking license, joining crypto rush for legitimacy
Ripple has followed Circle in looking to be its own bank after Congress moved ahead with a bill to regulate stablecoin issuers under the national bank regulator.
Crypto billionaire bit off kidnapper’s finger during ambush: Report
Crypto billionaire Tim Heath lost a tooth but took a finger in a 30-second struggle with kidnappers in Estonia last year, a court has heard.
BlackRock Bitcoin ETF earns more than its flagship S&P 500 fund
BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF is earning more in annual fees than the firm’s signature S&P; 500 fund, despite having an expense ratio almost nine times higher.
First Solana staking ETF hits $12M in ‘healthy’ first trading day
REX-Osprey’s groundbreaking Solana staking ETF overcame SEC hurdles and posted $33 million in first-day volume.
Bitcoin aims for new highs as BTC futures activity highlights paradigm shift
Bitcoin’s rally above $109,000 was backed by strong onchain and technical signals.
Tron Wallet Tied to Darknet and Ransomware Gets Hit With US Sanctions
The US Department of the Treasury has announced sanctions against a Tron cryptocurrency wallet address associated with the Aeza Group, a Russian internet infrastructure firm allegedly providing a bulletproof hosting (BPH) services to cybercriminal groups. The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) said the targeted address operated on the Tron blockchain and facilitated transactions linked […]
Bitcoin supply hits 7-year low - Is a massive price surge coming?
Bitcoin’s exchange-held supply just hit a 7-year low, while the spot volume kept rising Is BTC gearing up for a breakout few are positioned for? Despite its choppy price action, bullish coThe post Bitcoin supply hits 7-year low - Is a massive price surge coming? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
First U.S. Solana staking ETF debuts with $33M in volume, $12M in inflows
The first U.S. exchange-traded fund offering exposure to Solana and on-chain staking rewards began trading this week, drawing strong demand in its market debut. On July 2, 2025, the REX-Osprey Solana + Staking ETF, trading under the ticker SSK, launched…
Ripple applies for national banking license and Fed master account
Ripple is seeking a national banking charter in the United States, a move that would bring the crypto firm under both federal and state regulatory oversight. In a post published Wednesday on X, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse confirmed that the…
PNUT เปลี่ยน $16 สู่ $3 ล้าน – BTC Bull จะสร้างปรากฏการณ์ซ้ำได้หรือไม่?
เมื่อปีที่ผ่านมา การลงทุนเพียง $16 ในเหรียญ Peanut the Squirrel ($PNUT) กลับสร้างผลตอบแทนมหาศาลถึง 187,500 เท่า หรือราว $3 ล้านให้แก่นักลงทุนรายหนึ่ง ทั้งหมดนี้เกิดจากเหรียญมีมที่ไร้แผนงาน ไม่มีฟังก์ชันการใช้งานใด ๆ นอกจากพลังไวรัลล้วน ๆ แต่ในทางกลับกัน BTC Bull Token ($BTCBULL) – ซึ่งใกล้จะขายหมดในช่วงพรีเซลล์หลังระดมทุนได้เกือบ $8 ล้าน – กำลังได้รับความสนใจจากเหตุผลที่ต่างออกไป เป็นการผสมผสานระหว่างความสนุกของมีมเข้ากับประโยชน์ใช้สอยจริง ด้วยระบบ Airdrop ของ Bitcoin ที่สร้างสมดุลระหว่างกระแสกับมูลค่าใช้งาน ซึ่งไม่เคยมีเหรียญมีมไหนทำได้มาก่อน คำถามที่เกิดขึ้นคือ: หากเหรียญอย่าง PNUT สร้างกำไร 187,500 เท่าได้โดยไม่มีปัจจัยพื้นฐาน แล้วเหรียญมีมที่เชื่อมโยงกับคริปโตที่มีมูลค่าสูงที่สุดในโลกจะไปได้ไกลแค่ไหน? แต่เวลาเริ่มเหลือน้อยสำหรับนักลงทุนกลุ่มแรก เพราะเมื่อ BTC Bull Token เริ่มเข้าสู่ตลาด ตัวเลข $0.002585 นี้จะกลายเป็น “ราคาแรกเริ่ม” ที่หลายคนอาจย้อนกลับมานึกถึงว่าพลาดโอกาสทองไปแล้ว […]
US and EU Talks Signal Acceleration Toward Global Crypto Policy Alignment
U.S. and EU regulators ramped up digital asset coordination, signaling alignment on crypto rules, stablecoins, and central bank digital currencies with global market-shaping implications. Joint US-EU Talks Highlight Urgency to Build Cohesive Crypto Infrastructure Cross-border crypto oversight gained stronger momentum as U.S. and EU regulators doubled down on cooperation over digital asset rules, stablecoins, and […]
Bitcoin aims for new highs as BTC futures activity highlights paradigm shift
Bitcoin’s rally above $109,000 was backed by strong onchain and technical signals.
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.
Bitcoin traders adopt ‘defensive stance’ as 15-day ETF inflow streak ends
Multiple onchain Bitcoin metrics suggest that traders are holding back from making any risk moves.
Coinbase acquires token management platform Liquifi
Coinbase’s acquisition of Liquifi aims to address the complexity of token launches by onchain builders by making them faster and easier.
Binance Pay brings crypto payments to 80+ French Riviera merchants
Binance Pay and Lyzi team up to bring crypto payments to over 80 businesses across the French Riviera, spanning Cannes, Nice, Antibes and Monaco.
Euro stablecoin by DWS and Deutsche Bank gets regulatory approval
AllUnity, a stablecoin joint venture by Deutsche Bank and DWS, has received a BaFin license in Germany to issue a MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin, EURAU.
PancakeSwap doubles quarterly volume to $530B as upgrades boost growth
PancakeSwap posted $325 billion in June trading volume, its highest ever, as crosschain swaps and Solana expansion fueled growth and dominance on BNB Chain.
KBC Bank to offer Bitcoin, Ether to retail customers
Belgium’s KBC Bank plans to let retail customers invest in Bitcoin and Ether via its Bolero platform, pending regulatory approval later this year.
Bitcoin squeezes shorts in $108K spike as US jobs drop most in 2 years
Bitcoin shorts are suddenly on the receiving end of punishment as a US employment data surprise injects fresh volatility into BTC price action.
Brazil’s 17.5% crypto tax: How the new rules hurt small investors most
Brazil’s new 17.5% flat crypto tax replaces previous exemptions and now applies to all digital asset gains.
The crypto revolution remains half-built
Despite surging crypto adoption in emerging markets, the promise of financial sovereignty remains unfulfilled. Millions hold digital wealth they can’t easily use without seamless payment systems and practical off-ramps.
Tether made $5.2B in 2024: Here’s how stablecoins make money
With rising rates and over $100 billion in reserves, Tether turned monetary policy into profit, and it’s not alone.
ETH news update: Ether rangebreak possible due to spot ETF inflows
ETH price has been stuck in a range despite months of steady spot Ether ETF inflows, but this situation could change quickly.
Peter Thiel backs crypto-friendly Silicon Valley Bank rival — Report
Before its collapse, Silicon Valley Bank had deep ties to crypto companies and venture capital funds investing in the industry.
Bitcoin price target ‘sits around $170K’ as global M2 supply reaches record high
Bitcoin's bullish outlook strengthens as the US dollar drops 10.8% in its worst H1 performance since 1973.