This week, bitcoin took a trip to its lowest price tag of 2026, slipping to $59,100 per coin and now sitting a touch more than 50% below the leading crypto asset’s all-time high above $126,000. Meanwhile, a hefty slice of the altcoin crowd has endured far steeper markdowns, with many well-known digital assets nursing losses […]

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The Zcash bug incident underscores the inherent risks in privacy coins, prompting calls for enhanced verification to bolster investor confidence. The post Winklevoss twins back Zcash following bug scare that tanked ZEC by up to 57% appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI infrastructure growth potential remains strong despite competition and consolidation challenges in the evolving market. The post Roman Chernin: AI infrastructure is not in a bubble, specialized models outperform universal ones, and the race against hyperscalers is intensifying | 20VC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Escalating US-Iran tensions threaten global oil supply, potentially destabilizing markets and impacting crypto valuations amid rising inflation. The post US military strikes Iranian radar sites after drone launch, and crypto markets are bracing for impact appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: PiggyBank closed its LAB hedge after negative funding rates made the strategy too costly to maintain. The protocol expects NAV declines of 15% for USDC, 12% for SPYx, and 9% for JitoSOL. Locked LAB tokens valued at $1.35 million will remain excluded from NAV until the August unlock. ZachXBT criticized the trade and renewed [...] The post PiggyBank Takes a 15% NAV Hit After Unwinding a Failed LAB Hedge Trade appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Vietnam’s digital law recognises crypto assets as property while enabling five-year pilot exchange prog SSC officials said Vietnam is building a regulated crypto framework with AML, custody and investor safeguards Tokenised assets including real estate and infrastructure could reach $70–80B in Vietnam by 2030, per projections Vietnam ranks 7th globally in crypto users as [...] The post Vietnam SSC Backs Crypto Assets as Pillar of Digital Economy Growth appeared first on Blockonomi.

The escalation in the Strait of Hormuz highlights vulnerabilities in global oil supply chains and underscores geopolitical risks impacting financial markets. The post US Central Command intercepts Iranian missiles, strikes radar sites in Strait of Hormuz escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf could destabilize global oil markets, impacting energy costs and causing volatility in crypto markets. The post IRGC targets US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain after American strikes on Sirik and Qeshm appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rising rates and strong job growth shift market expectations, impacting tech stocks and crypto, highlighting vulnerabilities in growth-dependent sectors. The post NASDAQ Composite drops 4% as Wall Street reacts to strong jobs report and rising rates appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

JPMorgan analysts believe Strategy may need to rebuild its dollar reserves to restore investor confidence and alleviate concerns about potential Bitcoin sales. In December 2025, the company established a $1.44 billion reserve for preferred stock payouts and debt servicing. The bank has also adopted a more cautious assessment of digital assets and estimates the likelihood of a U.S. bill on crypto market structure being passed in 2026 at less than 50%.

Strategy’s CEO rejected rumors that the company’s bitcoin strategy has changed, reaffirming its goal of increasing both net bitcoin holdings and bitcoin per share. His comments aligned with Michael Saylor’s continued bullish outlook on BTC. Strategy’s Bitcoin Sale Sparks Questions About Long-Term BTC Growth Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) faces a key market question after its bitcoin […]

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Justin Sun has reportedly been offered a behind-the-scenes settlement by a World Liberty Financial investor, though no resolution has been announced. That unresolved tension now has a new flashpoint: Sun’s crypto exchange HTX has moved to fully delist USD1, the stablecoin tied to US President Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial project. Related Reading: FBI Cracks Down […]

Brazil's panda bond issuance could set a precedent for emerging markets seeking to diversify debt portfolios and reduce dollar dependency. The post Brazil plans first panda bond issuance during June China visit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Accelerated AI adoption in national security could enhance defense capabilities but raises concerns about ethical use and international AI competition. The post White House accelerates AI development for national security applications appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Total3 altcoin market cap sits near $670B–$680B, mirroring the 2022 bear market bottom structure.  Weekly RSI on Total3 is approaching 34.66, close to the oversold zone seen at the 2022 cycle floor.  Analysts project up to $1T in altcoin market cap expansion over the next two to three months.  Over 83% of Binance-listed assets [...] The post Total3 Chart Echoes 2022 Bear Bottom as Analysts Eye $1 Trillion Altcoin Market Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Marvell's S&P 500 inclusion boosts its market visibility and investor interest, potentially impacting its stock volatility and AI sector influence. The post Marvell Technology to join S&P 500 after passing profitability test appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The predicted AI IPO wave could significantly alter market dynamics, reshaping investment strategies and elevating tech sector valuations globally. The post Coatue Management’s Thomas Laffont outlines AI IPO wave, predicts trillion-dollar valuations for OpenAI, Anthropic, and SpaceX appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitmine has applied to list the shares on the NYSE under the symbol BMNP.

SpaceX's AI compute deals with Google and Anthropic bolster its financial stability and attractiveness ahead of its high-stakes IPO. The post SpaceX secures Google AI compute deal after Anthropic pact ahead of IPO appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The massive market value loss highlights the vulnerability of tech sectors to macroeconomic shifts, impacting investor confidence and market stability. The post US-traded chipmakers lose $1.3T in market value amid slump appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The abrupt market downturn highlights the fragility of tech and crypto sectors to macroeconomic shifts, potentially altering investment strategies. The post Wall Street ends nine-week winning streak as tech stocks plunge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Michael Saylor posted Strategy’s Bitcoin tracker, signaling a possible new BTC purchase soon. Similar posts by Saylor have often preceded official disclosures of additional Bitcoin buys. Strategy holds over 840,000 BTC and continues treating Bitcoin as a core treasury asset. Investors see potential accumulation as a positive signal amid recent weakness in market sentiment. [...] The post Michael Saylor’s “Add More” Post Sparks Talk of New Bitcoin Acquisition appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Despite job growth, rising long-term unemployment and sector-specific gains highlight economic disparities and challenge Fed's rate decisions. The post US labor market adds 172,000 jobs in May, but job seekers face longer unemployment appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Binance's integration of stocks and ETFs with crypto trading could redefine financial platforms, offering seamless multi-asset access globally. The post Binance integrates 7,000 US stocks and ETFs into app alongside crypto trading appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Bitcoin spot trading volume has declined 81% from its October 2025 peak across major exchanges. Total CEX spot trading volume fell to $4.3 trillion in March, the lowest since October 2024. Binance captured 32% of spot market share as liquidity increasingly shifted to larger exchanges. Ethereum faces concerns over prolonged consolidation unless a fresh [...] The post Bitcoin Spot Volume Falls 81% as Retail Activity Retreats Across CEXs appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Escalating US-Iran tensions could destabilize global oil markets and heighten regulatory risks in the crypto sector, impacting investor confidence. The post US military strikes Iranian radar sites after drone threat near Strait of Hormuz, Bitcoin drops below $77K appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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While bitcoin trades more than 50% beneath its all-time peak above $126,000 recorded last October, gold proponent Peter Schiff remains convinced the asset has considerably further to fall. This weekend, Schiff conducted a poll asking: “How low does bitcoin’s price have to fall before you bitcoiners concede that I’ve been right all along?” Among the […]

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TLDR: Analysts warn Bitcoin’s recent rally fits a corrective B-Wave structure, not a true bull market reversal.  A confirmed C-Wave decline could bring final capitulation, fading optimism, and lower lows for Bitcoin. Trader Daan Crypto notes bulls are defending prior lows, with a summer consolidation range still possible. The $60,000 level is now the critical [...] The post Is Bitcoin’s Rally a Bear Trap? Elliott Wave Analysts Flag C-Wave Risk appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Nvidia's alignment with Trump may reshape US-China tech trade, influencing AI policy and market dynamics, impacting global semiconductor strategies. The post Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang declares support for President Trump at Beijing summit appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin's waning appeal among momentum traders highlights shifting investment trends, potentially altering its role in diversified portfolios. The post Bitcoin struggles as momentum traders shift focus to chip stocks appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes told Decrypt that Hyperliquid could lose market share as TradFi platforms and major crypto exchanges enter the perpetual futures segment. He described the model, where trading fees are used to buy back and burn HYPE, as vulnerable. The platform's open interest in RWA perpetuals reached $3 billion, and Hayes revealed he sold his entire HYPE holdings in less than two months after predicting $150 by August 2026.

Markets brace for a pivotal week featuring May CPI data, SpaceX's historic IPO, Oracle and Adobe earnings, and growing Federal Reserve rate hike fears. The post Critical Week Ahead: Inflation Report, SpaceX Debut, and Federal Reserve Rate Concerns Loom appeared first on Blockonomi.

Track Nvidia (NVDA), Broadcom (AVGO), CrowdStrike (CRWD), UnitedHealth (UNH), and Marvell (MRVL) as they test AI demand and market sentiment next week. The post 5 Critical Stocks to Monitor Next Week: Nvidia (NVDA), Broadcom (AVGO), CrowdStrike (CRWD), UnitedHealth (UNH), and Marvell (MRVL) appeared first on Blockonomi.

GE Vernova (GEV) dropped 11% in May despite crushing Q1 earnings. Discover what triggered the selloff and whether analysts see a buying opportunity ahead. The post GE Vernova (GEV) Stock Falls 11% Despite Record Earnings — Time to Buy the Dip? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Boeing (BA) stock trades at $215.72 as FAA approves new 737 MAX line, China eyes 500+ aircraft purchase, and Singapore Airlines considers major widebody order. The post Boeing (BA) Stock: FAA Green Light, Potential China Mega-Deal and Strong Q1 Spark Rally appeared first on Blockonomi.

Snowflake (SNOW) stock jumped 98% in May after crushing Q1 earnings. Revenue reached $1.39B, beating forecasts, while analysts raised targets to $330. The post Snowflake (SNOW) Stock Soars 98% in May: What’s Fueling This Explosive Rally? appeared first on Blockonomi.

A pseudonymous crypto analyst has revealed that the Ethereum-to-Bitcoin pair has fallen back down to a price region that once preceded the bullish run seen in Ethereum’s past cycle. Related Reading: Bitcoin Reserves Resuscitation, Iran War Falls Into The Background, But What’s Going On With BTC? ETH/BTC Structure Mirrors 2020 Chart Before Reversal In an […]

Meta's potential stock sale for AI expansion highlights the intensifying capital race in tech, risking shareholder dilution amid uncertain returns. The post Meta considers massive stock offering to fund AI expansion as Big Tech races for capital appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin told CoinDesk that the cost-cutting, staff departures, and restructuring at the Ethereum Foundation represent a necessary evolution, not a crisis. According to him, the foundation should focus on core technology and network neutrality, while other ecosystem participants should drive Ethereum adoption and institutional engagement. Lubin identified agent commerce with autonomous AI agents as the next wave of Ethereum growth.

This follows as the focus shifts to real-world utility for Dogecoin.

Ethereum co-founder and Consensys CEO Joe Lubin stated that budget cuts, personnel changes, and departures from the Ethereum Foundation do not indicate a crisis but rather reflect the organization's narrowing focus on developing the core protocol and maintaining neutrality. According to him, adoption and institutional development should be undertaken by other ecosystem participants. Lubin also linked the next phase of Ethereum's growth to AI agents and agentic commerce; the network already processes about 2 million transactions per day.

The first cryptocurrency pierced $60,000, Bloomberg hosts predicted the “coldest” crypto winter, Vitalik Buterin proposed a model for resilient synthetic assets, and more from the week. Bitcoin rebounded from $60,000 The largest cryptocurrency began the week with a break of the $70,000 level. Key pressures included an escalation of tensions between the US and Iran and a partial reserve sale by Strategy. Prices extended their decline and on the evening of June 5 slid below $60,000. Hourly BTC/USD chart on Binance. Data: TradingView. A subsequent bounce took the rate back above $62,000, where it’s trying to hold. Bitcoin fell 15.4% over the week. Source: CoinMarketCap. Some major altcoins dropped even more. Solana declined 20.5%, Ethereum fell 18.6%, and BNB lost 18%. The Hyperliquid token ended its rally and slid 13.5% for the period, but held ninth by market cap as Dogecoin fell 15.2%. Spot bitcoin-ETF products continued to see outflows for a fourth straight week. The tally reached $1.72 billion. Source: SoSoValue. In the prior three weeks, outflows steadily increased: $1 billion, $1.26 billion and $1.42 billion, respectively. Ethereum funds also turned negative, losing $168.2 million. However, the pace of outflows isn’t accelerating: the previous weeks saw $255 million, $216 million and $241.4 million. Source: SoSoValue. The crypto Fear and Greed Index predictably plunged from 28 to 12, deep in “extreme fear.” Source: Alternative.me. Total market capitalization fell to $2.14 trillion — roughly 17%. Bitcoin dominance slipped from 59.3% to 58%. Ethereum’s share fell to 9.2%. Bloomberg hosts forecast the “coldest” crypto winter on record The digital-asset industry is experiencing its toughest downturn in aggregate. According to Bloomberg Odd Lots hosts Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway, the current period is defined not just by falling prices but by a “loss of faith” and a systemic crisis of ideas. Weisenthal noted that Bitcoin has seen deeper drawdowns before, but the present environment is marked by investor demoralization. Among the key reasons, they cited: collapse of defensive narratives: the top cryptocurrency failed to confirm its role as an inflation hedge — amid dollar instability, investors preferred gold; competition from AI: the artificial-intelligence sector is soaking up capital, engineering talent and investor attention. Miners also have to compete with AI data centers for electricity; institutionalization challenges: the launch of spot ETFs and mainstreaming deprived the market of its “early-stage” pitch. Meanwhile, Wall Street interest has shifted from trading activity to stablecoins and tokenization; technological risks: they flagged the threat that quantum computing poses to cryptographic security and the potential selling pressure from corporate holders. The situation is compounded by an “identity crisis” amid a lack of fresh growth drivers. Even the launches of powerful models like Claude 4.6 from Anthropic and GPT-5.3 from OpenAI are grabbing the spotlight, leaving crypto in the shadow of broader tech progress. What to discuss with friends? Zcash fell 48% after a critical network vulnerability was fixed. Sui developers cited the reasons behind three network halts. Russian capital on foreign crypto exchanges fell to 720 billion rubles. Toncoin jumped 19.5% in a day after a rebranding announcement. Bank of Russia will allow non-qualified investors access only to BTC, ETH and USDT The Bank of Russia doesn’t plan to expand the list of cryptocurrencies available to non-qualified investors or raise investment limits after new rules take effect, First Deputy Governor Vladimir Chistyukhin said. At the initial stage, only three of the most liquid assets will be available to non-qualified investors: Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT, he said. He noted that an amendment for the second reading gives the central bank the right to expand the list, but the regulator doesn’t intend to use that option at first. The central bank still considers cryptocurrencies high-risk — with high volatility and a risk of being blocked. Under such conditions, Chistyukhin stressed, investments in crypto by non-qualified investors “should not be a priority.” The limit for this category will also remain unchanged — 300,000 rubles via a single professional intermediary. Vitalik Buterin outlined a crash-resilient synthetic-assets model Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin unveiled a concept for recreating synthetic assets using options instead of traditional debt positions. He argues the approach removes forced liquidations and reduces reliance on high-speed oracles. The developer said current DeFi models are vulnerable during sharp market drawdowns. Using collateralized debt leads to cascading liquidations that exert excessive stress on the network and prices. The proposed scheme relies on a pair of assets (P and N) with a strike price S and maturity date M. They are issued by splitting 1 ETH and can be redeemed at any time. At expiration, an oracle records the index value and funds are allocated between P and N holders. To maintain a stable exposure (for example, a dollar peg), Buterin suggested using deep in-the-money options with regular automatic rebalancing via a DAO or local scripts. Also on ForkLog: Microsoft unveiled the Majorana 2 quantum chip. An expert gave a timeline for a 50-logical-qubit quantum computer. Aave tightened listings after the $293 million rsETH incident. Citi forecast tokenization to reach $5.5 trillion. White-hat hacker unlocked $2 million from a 2016 smart contract Nearly nine years after the failed ICO of HongCoin, a white-hat hacker using the pseudonym Florent unlocked 1,003.62 ETH (about $2 million). The funds were stuck in the HONG smart contract deployed on August 29, 2016. The sale didn’t meet its minimum target, so investors were supposed to be refunded automatically. But a critical bug in the refund function froze the coins. The mechanism rejected user requests if their balance exceeded the value of a global counter. Florent found a vulnerability in an administrative function of the contract, written in Solidity v0.3.5. Older versions of the language lacked protection against integer overflow. The hacker discovered that a specific function call could zero out an address balance, allowing the check to pass. Because admin access was gated by the HongCoin team’s multisig, the researcher contacted the developers. Together they executed 41 transactions to unlock addresses for 48 investors. What else to read? We examined why, with digital transformation and AI development, the internet is ceasing to be a space for people — and whether the “cozy” Web 1.0 can be a form of resistance. We explored the surge in popularity of perpetual contracts and answered why these instruments can turn the market into a casino. We looked at Cuba, where more than 10 million people live under financial isolation, and the authorities have begun legalizing cryptocurrencies for foreign trade. We compiled our traditional weekly digest of the most notable security events.

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Coherent (COHR) stock climbed 17.6% after Nvidia CEO spotlighted optical networking. Strong Q3 results, $2B Nvidia deal, and record orders drive gains. The post Coherent (COHR) Stock Soars to New Heights Following Jensen Huang’s Optical Networking Endorsement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) beats Q3 estimates with $3B revenue and strong guidance. Analysts raise targets to $340, but insiders sold $17.9M in stock. The post Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Stock: Wall Street Upgrades While Executives Cash Out appeared first on Blockonomi.

NIO stock dropped 5.8% to $5.36. Institutional investors increase positions as analysts set $6.70 target. Is the EV maker undervalued or risky? The post NIO (NIO) Stock Plunges Nearly 6% — Time to Buy the Dip or Stay Away? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Peru's CBDC pilot extension highlights the potential for digital currencies to enhance financial inclusion in underserved regions. The post Peru’s central bank extends digital currency pilot to 2027 after surpassing 3.5 million users appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The shift towards on-chain lending highlights a transformative trend in finance, potentially reshaping credit markets and risk management. The post Private credit issuance falls 40% to $45B in Q2 2026 as on-chain lending surges past $14B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The market's sharp decline highlights the vulnerability of equities and crypto to interest rate shifts, challenging diversification strategies. The post S&P 500 sheds $1.8T as Nasdaq records its biggest single-day point drop ever appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Spotify's synchronized model and leadership style drive innovation and effective cross-functional collaboration. The post Gustav Söderström: Aligning leadership styles with organizational models enhances management, Spotify’s synchronized operations boost collaboration, and understanding the ad stack is key for product decisions | David Senra appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

HPE stock falls 8% after surging 60% in May. Goldman Sachs raises target to $79 following record Q2 earnings with $10.7B revenue and strong AI demand. The post Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Stock Pulls Back 8% Following Stellar 60% Surge — Time to Buy? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Fluence Energy (FLNC) stock surged 385% yearly to $22.91. Analysts set Hold rating with $19.47 target. Latest earnings and valuation analysis inside. The post Fluence Energy (FLNC) Stock: Can 385% Annual Gains Continue After Recent Surge? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Michael Saylor renewed attention on Strategy’s bitcoin plans after the company’s rare 32 BTC sale sparked debate among investors. His latest post shifted focus back to Strategy’s 843,706 BTC reserve and the possibility of future acquisitions. Saylor’s Post Refocuses Traders After Strategy’s Rare Bitcoin Sale Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), has renewed […]

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Michael Saylor posted on X a tracker of Strategy's Bitcoin reserves with the phrase "A good time to add more dots" — such posts have previously preceded announcements of new BTC purchases. At the end of May, the company sold 32 BTC for approximately $2.5 million; following the transaction, its reserves stand at 843,706 BTC. At the current price, Strategy's position remains about $11.7 billion below cost.

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With XRP pushing into extreme oversold zones, trader Bob Loukas reveals why a 50% crash is still on the table after a local bounce.

The backlash highlights the urgent need for robust moderation in decentralized platforms to prevent harmful content and protect user safety. The post Pump.fun’s GO bounty platform faces backlash over suicide-linked listing worth $690K appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Microsoft's autonomy in AI development could reshape the tech landscape, intensifying competition and impacting AI and crypto market dynamics. The post Microsoft gains autonomy from OpenAI to pursue superintelligence on its own terms appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ethereum (ETH) added 2.71% to hold near $1,616.63 over the last 24 hours, but the brief bounce comes after a brutal month that wiped $520 billion from altcoin valuations. With capital preservation becoming the dominant strategy, traders are hunting for yield to offset portfolio losses, pushing the Gruntle ($GRUNTLE) presale and its variable 8,163% staking APY [...] The post Best Crypto Staking Rewards 2026: $GRUNTLE Hits $105k With 8,163% Yield While ETH Pays 3.5% appeared first on Blockonomi.

Bitcoin realized losses remained below the $211 billion tally from 2022, leading to a prediction that the next bear-market bottom was not yet in.

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Novo Nordisk (NVO) stock analysis: Amycretin phase 2 shows 14.6% weight loss, new Wegovy data at ADA 2026, and pipeline updates after 68% decline. The post Novo Nordisk (NVO) Stock: Can Amycretin Revive the Struggling Weight-Loss Giant? appeared first on Blockonomi.

SK Hynix stock rises as Nvidia CEO confirms partnership for Vera CPU DRAM. Jensen Huang warns memory shortages will continue for several years. The post SK Hynix (000660.KS) Stock Surges After Nvidia Taps It for Vera CPU Memory appeared first on Blockonomi.

AXT (AXTI) stock plunged 16% after CEO Morris Young sold over $22M in shares. The price remains far above analyst targets despite the sharp drop. The post AXT (AXTI) Stock Plummets 16% Following CEO’s $22M Share Liquidation Near Peak Prices appeared first on Blockonomi.

Even hackers have started to accumulate the world's largest altcoin after the price massacre.

Greece's crypto tax plan could attract investors by offering clarity and competitive rates, potentially boosting its digital economy. The post Greece plans 15% capital gains tax on cryptocurrencies appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The selloff highlights the vulnerability of risk assets to interest rate expectations, complicating the Fed's policy decisions amid strong job data. The post NASDAQ posts biggest point drop on record as S&P 500 sheds $1.8T in brutal selloff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The last time Cardano had a death cross on its weekly chart was in December 2022.

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Realty Income (O) stock raises 2026 guidance to $4.41-$4.44 AFFO per share and increases investment target to $9.5B. Is this monthly dividend play still best? The post Realty Income (O) Stock: Does Its Monthly Dividend Still Reign Supreme in 2026? appeared first on Blockonomi.

Gold and silver have shed a combined trillion dollars in market value from their January peaks, with gold trading near $4,331 per ounce and silver around $67.30 on June 5, even as a live geopolitical conflict and above-target inflation would traditionally push precious metals higher. How Far Prices Have Fallen Gold peaked at $5,608 per […]

Michael Saylor hints at new Bitcoin buys as Strategy faces a massive $12B paper loss, making the market discuss how they will fund the next wave.

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Bitcoin trades near $61,739 after testing $60,420 as Saylor hints at more buys and traders weigh AI capital rotation pressure.

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XRP is the top performing larger-cap altcoin today, surging by 5% even after it was stopped at $1.18.

NextEra Energy (NEE) stock earns Moderate Buy rating after posting 8.2% EPS growth and record renewables backlog, but premium valuation raises questions. The post NextEra Energy (NEE) Stock: Analysts Bullish on Growth, But Valuation Raises Questions appeared first on Blockonomi.

Escalating US-Iran tensions risk destabilizing global oil markets and intensifying regulatory scrutiny on cryptocurrencies amid geopolitical conflicts. The post Iran launches drones toward Strait of Hormuz as US shoots down four, Bitcoin slides below $73K appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The semiconductor sector's sharp decline signals potential volatility and reevaluation of AI-driven growth expectations amid rising interest rates. The post PHLX Semiconductor Index plunges 10%, marking worst day in 6 years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A potential rate hike could tighten financial conditions, impacting tech investments and increasing opportunity costs for crypto holdings. The post Federal Reserve faces scrutiny over potential rate hike after strong jobs report appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

MercadoLibre (MELI) stock analysis: institutional ownership at 87.62%, Q1 revenue up 49% to $8.85B, EPS misses at $8.23. Analyst target: $2,255. The post MercadoLibre (MELI) Stock: Why Major Investors Keep Accumulating Despite Earnings Miss appeared first on Blockonomi.

Pfizer (PFE) stock climbed 1.36% on strong obesity drug data showing 15% weight loss, a $10.5B cancer deal, and vaccine trials amid patent expiration concerns. The post Pfizer (PFE) Stock Gains Ground on Once-Monthly Obesity Drug Breakthrough appeared first on Blockonomi.

STMicroelectronics (STM) stock rallies 11% after company raises 2026 data-center revenue target to $1B and projects doubling growth in 2027. The post STMicroelectronics (STM) Stock Surges 11% on Expanded Data-Center Revenue Projections appeared first on Blockonomi.

The security researcher, who discovered the Orchard Pool vulnerability in Zcash, says he has added other privacy-focused coins, including Monero, to his audit queue. Researcher To Audit Monero After Finding Zcash Flaw Security engineer Taylor Hornby, who used the Claude AI Opus 4.8 model, has revealed that he intends to audit Monero, among other crypto […]

Government stakes in AI firms could reshape tech industry dynamics, influence innovation, and raise concerns about regulatory impartiality. The post Donald Trump considers government stake in leading AI companies, White House meeting planned appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The UAE-US economic framework could reshape global tech supply chains, stabilize hardware costs, and influence crypto regulation strategies. The post UAE official meets US Vice President to discuss $1.4T economic framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Quantinuum and Mitsubishi Electric announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding in Tokyo. The parties aim to accelerate the development of quantum applications for industrial engineering and design. The document sets the framework for a strategic partnership in applied quantum computing. It focuses on exploring scenarios where quantum and hybrid methods can be beneficial in engineering processes, rather than launching a ready-made commercial product. The initial focus areas include CAE tasks, such as computational fluid dynamics, as well as modeling and design using logical qubit operations on the Quantinuum platform. Quantinuum will provide Mitsubishi Electric access to its ion-based quantum systems and expertise in developing quantum algorithms. Mitsubishi Electric will contribute applied competencies in electromagnetic field analysis, structural analysis, and thermohydrodynamic modeling. Potential application areas include industrial automation, energy, utility infrastructure, air conditioning systems, and building engineering systems. The signed memorandum is non-binding — further joint projects and their commercial parameters will need to be agreed upon separately. The deal highlights Mitsubishi Electric's interest in the practical application of quantum computing. The company is part of a large industrial group comprising over 200 entities, employs around 150,000 people worldwide, and concluded the fiscal year on March 31, 2026, with consolidated revenue of 5,894.7 billion yen (approximately $36.8 billion). This is not Mitsubishi Electric's first project with Quantinuum. On February 27, 2025, the company signed a research agreement with Quantinuum K.K., Keio University, SoftBank, Mitsui & Co., YOKOHAMA National University, and LQUOM. At that time, the parties focused on connecting multiple quantum devices in a practical environment and scalable quantum information processing. The new memorandum shifts the collaboration closer to industrial application scenarios. At the end of May, Quantinuum updated its initial public offering application with a price range of $45–50 per share, implying a market valuation of $11.43 billion–12.7 billion. Following the IPO, the company raised $1.68 billion and began trading on Nasdaq on June 5. At debut, Quantinuum's value surged to $17.6 billion. Today, Quantinuum officially begins trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol QNT.Today’s milestone is the direct result of the dedication of our team, trust of our partners, and support of the entire quantum community.Thanks to everyone who helped us reach this historic day. pic.twitter.com/nhJpF86y7E— Quantinuum (@QuantinuumQC) June 4, 2026 In May, Quantinuum and energy giant BP initiated a joint project to apply quantum computing for subsurface exploration and mapping of the Earth's interior.

The Anthropic team published a guide titled Zero Trust for AI agents on the Claude blog, focusing on the secure deployment of autonomous AI agents in corporate environments. The document outlines key risks associated with agent systems and a cybersecurity approach for businesses. AI Accelerates Attack Cycles According to Anthropic, advanced models have reduced the time between the discovery of a vulnerability and its exploitation from months to hours. The company suggests considering not only AI-accelerated attacks on infrastructure but also the risks posed by the agents themselves, which can interpret goals, select tools, and perform multi-step actions without constant human involvement. The guide is based on Zero Trust principles: do not trust by default, verify every action, and assume potential compromise. Anthropic references recommendations from the NIST SP 800-207, published in 2020, and a series of Zero Trust Implementation Guidelines that the NSA began releasing in 2026. The guide is positioned as a practical framework for security teams, architects, and engineers, rather than a universal compliance scheme. Key threats listed in the document include direct and indirect prompt injections, tool contamination, identity and privilege abuse, memory and context poisoning, and supply chain attacks. Direct prompt poisoning is described as the insertion of malicious instructions through user input, while indirect poisoning occurs through web pages, emails, documents, and other external sources that the agent processes during its operation. The document examines the replacement of legitimate tools with malicious ones and dangerous call chains, where individually safe tools combine to produce risky outcomes. Anthropic uses the concepts of "blast radius" and "least agency": this involves not only minimal access rights but also strict limitations on the agent's actions, call frequency, and accessible areas. Zero Trust for Agent Systems For protection, the company proposes a three-tier maturity model and a set of basic technical measures. At the initial level, the guide recommends assigning each agent instance a unique cryptographic identity, using short-lived tokens, applying "deny by default," and "role-based access control." For agents working with untrusted inputs like web content and documents, the "sandbox execution" method is deemed practically mandatory. At higher levels, Anthropic suggests implementing: the mTLS standard with mutual client-server authentication using digital certificates; hardware-bound identity through HSM or TPM, as well as remote attestation. Static API keys and shared service account passwords are deemed unsuitable even for the basic level. A significant section is dedicated to observability. Anthropic recommends detailed logging of all agent actions, including tool calls, data access, and external communications, and then sending events to SIEM for real-time correlation. Key metrics include dwell time and coverage. For critical systems, the target time for anomaly detection is set at within an hour. The guide also suggests building a "traceability matrix" to link each agent action to the original request and reconstruct the full decision chain. Future of Security Operations Center — Human-Controlled Agents In terms of response, Anthropic formulates the principle: automate the bureaucracy around incidents, but not the key decisions. Agents and models are proposed to handle artifact collection and initial sorting, conduct parallel investigation branches, and draft postmortems. Decisions on containment, incident disclosure, and client communication should remain human responsibilities. The same approach is applied to "protection operations" — with a mention of transitioning from classic SOAR to agent-based operations. The document also provides quantitative benchmarks. Anthropic cites Microsoft's Spotlighting research, where the success rate of indirect prompt poisoning attacks in experiments dropped from over 50% to less than 2%. The company also shares its own results on using "constitutional classifiers," which reportedly block over 95% of jailbreak attempts with minimal false positive growth. In the supply chain section, Anthropic recommends using AI-BOM, OpenSSF Scorecard, dependency audits, and access feasibility analysis. As evidence, the company cites its own research indicating that 250 malicious documents are sufficient to embed a backdoor in models ranging from 600 million to 13 billion parameters. Ultimately, Anthropic concludes that AI agents require more than just targeted filters and perimeter defenses. The company advocates for building security around identity, minimal privileges, pre-limited damage, and constant action verification. According to Anthropic, organizations with stronger foundational security architecture, rather than the most advanced AI, will be better positioned. In June, the Anthropic team warned about the risks of achieving recursive self-improvement in AI.

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