GSR receives FINRA approval to acquire Equilibrium Capital Services, expanding its regulated U.S. broker-dealer operations and tokenization strategy. The post GSR Secures Regulatory Green Light for U.S. Broker-Dealer Expansion appeared first on Blockonomi.

The seven crypto trading pairs affected are paired against BNB, BTC, ETH, and USDC.

Electra AI and Naoris Quantum Protocol have announced a partnership to develop a post-quantum cybersecurity framework for AI monitoring of local energy infrastructure, according to The Quantum Insider. The project will combine Electra AI's AI Brain for Batteries platform with Naoris Quantum Protocol's decentralized trust layer. The companies aim to protect telemetry, firmware, and data that AI systems use for decision-making in monitoring and optimization. This involves connected infrastructure such as storage systems, local energy networks, renewable energy facilities, data centers, electric vehicles, and robotics. What Will Be Protected In such facilities, AI systems process telemetry data like temperature, voltage, charging cycles, cell condition, degradation levels, and other parameters. These data influence practical decisions, such as when to charge or discharge a battery, how to extend its lifespan, reduce failure risk, and manage storage within a local energy system. If input data is altered, corrupted, or comes from an unreliable device, AI may draw incorrect conclusions. Therefore, the partners emphasize verifying data at the source, not just securing the communication channel. Naoris' Role Naoris Quantum Protocol will add an extra layer of security to the system based on post-quantum cryptography, the Decentralized Proof of Security mechanism, and decentralized device integrity verification. The partners believe this will enable battery energy systems to continuously verify the reliability of connected devices and confirm that data comes from a trusted source. This approach is particularly important for distributed infrastructure, where equipment is located at remote sites and operates without constant physical oversight. Why Post-Quantum Protection Is Needed The companies note that battery systems often operate for 10–15 years or longer. During this time, cryptographic requirements may change, and some of today's algorithms could become vulnerable to sufficiently powerful quantum computers. One risk is the "collect now, decrypt later" scenario, where an attacker saves encrypted data now to decrypt it in the future as quantum computing advances. This could affect not only information confidentiality but also equipment management, including firmware, commands, event logs, and maintenance data. Planned Applications The companies plan to use the framework in energy storage systems for power grids, renewable energy, and data centers. Other areas include electric transport, robotics, and space systems. At this stage, the focus is on developing a general infrastructure for secure AI monitoring of local energy systems, rather than launching a finished product. Earlier, Keeper Security CEO Darren Guccione suggested that AI and quantum technologies could threaten existing security systems.

Singapore has claimed the top spot in the Crypto Friendly Cities Index 2026 by Multipolitan, which evaluates cities based on regulatory clarity, tax efficiency, institutional infrastructure, and actual use of digital assets. Other leading cities include Hong Kong, Bangkok, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, and Dubai.

Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen below its previous low of $60,000.

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TLDR:  Chainlink price traded near $7.91 as LINK remained under short-term selling pressure despite the new FIFA World Cup partnership. ADI Predictstreet adopted Chainlink as its exclusive oracle infrastructure for FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction markets. Chainlink Runtime Environment will help automate market creation, resolution, and settlement using high-quality FIFA data. The partnership expands Chainlink’s [...] The post Chainlink Price Holds Near $8.0 as FIFA Partner Adopts Oracles appeared first on Blockonomi.

TLDR: Zcash Ironwood upgrade introduces a new Orchard pool with a circuit flag that blocks payments to other users. The old Orchard pool will disable incoming payments post-upgrade, routing all traffic to the new pool. Zcash’s turnstile mechanism will enforce a hard cap ensuring transactable ZEC never exceeds actual supply. ZEC recovered nearly 48.7% from [...] The post Zcash Ironwood Upgrade Locks In Consensus Rules, Eyes Late July Activation appeared first on Blockonomi.

Waymo acquires Apple's 5,500-acre Arizona proving ground for $220M. The former Project Titan facility will expand Waymo's robotaxi testing capabilities. The post Waymo Acquires Massive Arizona Testing Facility from Apple for $220M appeared first on Blockonomi.

OKX introduces X-Perps in Europe with 24/7 futures trading on Magnificent 7 stocks, SPY, QQQ, commodities, and upcoming SpaceX contracts. The post OKX Rolls Out X-Perps Trading for Magnificent 7 Tech Stocks Across Europe appeared first on Blockonomi.

U.S. searches for “Bitcoin to zero” hit a record high amid the crash. Could it happen? The real scenarios, why each is improbable, and what fear signals.

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Memecoin activity stays strong as Dogecoin, MemeCore, and Little Pepe draw investor attention in 2026. There is no time for the memecoin market to rest, is there? Having had an eventful start to 2026, a few memecoins have managed to…

Bitcoin may be flashing one of its most closely watched contrarian signals. With more than 10 million BTC now held below their acquisition cost, a growing portion of the market is underwater. According to recent on-chain observations highlighted by analyst Ali Martinez, this development places Bitcoin in a zone that has historically coincided with major […]

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SpaceX's IPO could redefine market dynamics, enhancing its geopolitical influence and expanding its role in tech and defense sectors. The post SpaceX IPO poised to exceed $1T market cap amid strategic shifts appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

This partnership could redefine AI's role in real-world applications, enhancing Nvidia's market reach and solidifying its tech ecosystem dominance. The post Nvidia partners with LG to build humanoid robots and next-generation data centers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The de-escalation may foster diplomatic progress in nuclear talks, potentially reducing geopolitical risks and stabilizing global markets. The post Iran halts military operations against Israel amid peace efforts, Bitcoin stabilizes after volatility spike appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Strive's growing Bitcoin holdings amplify its market influence, tying its stock performance closely to Bitcoin's volatile price dynamics. The post Strive buys 32 Bitcoin for $2.1M, pushing total holdings to 19,032 BTC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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The announcement signals potential diplomatic progress but highlights the complexity of achieving lasting peace amid ongoing regional tensions. The post Trump announces imminent Middle East ceasefire amid weekend hostilities appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The missile strike heightens geopolitical instability, potentially disrupting global oil supply chains and impacting energy markets significantly. The post US missile strike on Marivex escalates tensions in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

TLDR: Sei stablecoin market cap reached an all-time high of $330.5M on May 15, the strongest month this year. Filtered stablecoin transaction volume hit $4.9B in May, marking the highest recorded volume in 2026.  Feather’s vaults on Sei hit $59.8M in deposits and a record $24.3M in borrowed amounts on June 2.  Sei RWAs recorded [...] The post Sei Stablecoin Market Cap Hits All-Time High as May Activity Surges appeared first on Blockonomi.

Amazon employees are among dozens of residents and tech workers supporting a one-year moratorium on new data centers, which the Seattle City Council is set to consider. According to The Verge, over the past two months, five large facilities have been proposed in the city by four unnamed companies, with a combined maximum demand of 369 MW—about a third of Seattle's average daily energy consumption and roughly 10 times the usage of 30 existing data centers.

If that 8-year resistance falls, the token token could be heading toward double-digit price levels.

[PRESS RELEASE – Tokyo, Japan, June 9th, 2026] Joined by partners and investors including Animoca Brands, Basics Capital, TBV, Kinetic Kollective, Mario Nawfal, and Grammy-winning artist Ne-Yo, Neura is building the missing layer of AI: empathy and memory. Neura, the protocol building the world’s first Emotional AI Economy, today announced the close of a strategic […]

Bending Spoons' IPO could accelerate its acquisition strategy, potentially reshaping the tech landscape and influencing market valuations. The post Bending Spoons files for US IPO as sales surge past $600M in Q1 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SBI Shinsei Bank offers XRP bonuses, Bollinger Bands see Bitcoin hitting $90,000 in a bear rebound, and a Shiba Inu coin whale from 2024 moves 224 billion SHIB.

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DraftKings (DKNG) stock rose 1.4% premarket after prediction market volume surged 34% to $3.1B in May. Analysts maintain bullish outlook on shares. The post DraftKings (DKNG) Stock Climbs on Explosive Prediction Market Growth in May appeared first on Blockonomi.

Starknet launches STRK20, enabling private ERC-20 balances and transfers with viewing keys for lawful, targeted disclosure across DeFi apps.

Meta's legal action against NSO Group underscores the ongoing challenges in enforcing digital privacy protections and deterring spyware misuse. The post Meta files contempt complaint against NSO Group for violating court order on WhatsApp targeting appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Rising US rate-hike expectations could shift investments from non-yielding assets like gold and crypto to higher-yielding alternatives. The post Gold falls to two-month low as strong US jobs data boosts rate-hike bets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

This initiative could accelerate mainstream crypto adoption, influencing financial institutions to integrate digital assets with traditional banking. The post SBI Holdings unit to let depositors earn Bitcoin, Ether or XRP on top of yen interest appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Humanity Protocol's Terence Kwok said some multisig keys may have been accidentally backed up to a compromised device during setup.

Bitcoin trader said that BTC price was approaching its cycle bottom "window" with the $53,000 cycle midpoint a potential buy-in level.

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One of MiCA's architects said he sees no need to regulate DeFi as the European Commission gathers feedback on the framework's future.

SailPoint (SAIL) stock plummeted 15% despite beating Q1 earnings. Investors worried about slowing ARR and revenue growth in Q2 guidance. The post SailPoint (SAIL) Stock Plunges 15% Despite Beating Q1 Earnings Estimates appeared first on Blockonomi.

David Schwartz answered a CTO emeritus jab with an XRP Ledger poem covering payments, custody, tokenization, DeFi and his 15-year role on X.

Bitcoin Magazine Second Launches Bark on Bitcoin Mainnet, Targeting Self-Custody UX Gap Second has officially launched Bark — its implementation of the Ark protocol — on the Bitcoin mainnet. This post Second Launches Bark on Bitcoin Mainnet, Targeting Self-Custody UX Gap first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman.

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Starknet debuts STRK20, a privacy framework for ERC20 tokens featuring shielded balances, confidential transfers, and regulatory-compliant viewing keys. The post Starknet Introduces STRK20: A New Standard for Private ERC20 Transactions appeared first on Blockonomi.

Samsung (005930) stock surged 9% on news of a potential advanced chip packaging plant in Gwangju, targeting AI and high-bandwidth memory markets. The post Samsung Electronics (005930) Shares Surge 9% Amid Plans for New Packaging Facility appeared first on Blockonomi.

Iran's warning highlights the fragile balance in Middle East geopolitics, with potential for broader regional conflict impacting global stability. The post Iran ends military operations against Israel, warns of harsher retaliation if Lebanon is attacked appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The prolonged blockade risks escalating economic instability, impacting global oil markets and cryptocurrency valuations, while straining US-Iran relations. The post Trump says US will maintain blockade of Iranian ports until deal reached appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

CoreWeave (CRWV) stock jumped 150% since IPO, but founders sold $2.3B in shares. Analysis of insider selling and what it means for investors. The post CoreWeave (CRWV) Stock Surges 150% as Founders Sell $2.3B in Shares appeared first on Blockonomi.

The faltering cease-fire exacerbates regional instability, diminishing prospects for peace and increasing the risk of broader military conflicts. The post Israel strikes Tyre as cease-fire with Lebanon falters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin searches hit 12-month highs and analysts say retail is back. But on-chain data shows retail selling while whales buy. What the search data really means.

A potential bargain or just the calm before a bigger drop?

Bitcoin Theft Plot Unravels: to Connecticut Crypto Kidnapping Attempt A young man from Missouri has admitted his role in a bold but failed plan to steal Bitcoin through violence and kidnapping. The case shows how big crypto fortunes can attract […] The post Bitcoin Theft Plot Unravels: Missouri Man Pleads Guilty to Connecticut Crypto Kidnapping Attempt appeared first on Blockmanity.

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Tech stocks lead Tuesday pre-market rally with Nasdaq futures up 0.7%. OpenAI files for IPO, Bitcoin at $63,090, SpaceX eyes record-breaking market debut. The post Tech Stocks Rally in Pre-Market Trading as Dip Buyers Return Tuesday appeared first on Blockonomi.

Morpho raises $175M from Paradigm, a16z Crypto and Ribbit as the DeFi platform expands its open credit network for banks and asset managers.

Inno Holdings (INHD) stock skyrocketed 3,600% after unveiling a $3M AI deal, though the company carries a $7.1M loss and minimal revenue generation. The post Inno Holdings (INHD) Stock Explodes 3,600% After AI Partnership Announcement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Nvidia (NVDA) stock rises modestly as Apple reveals its AFM Cloud Pro AI model uses Nvidia GPUs via Google Cloud, but direct chip sales remain unclear. The post Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Climbs as Apple Reveals AI Partnership — With a Twist appeared first on Blockonomi.

Intel (INTC) stock jumped 11% on a Google order for 3M+ TPUs and Cadence deal expansion. Nvidia evaluating Intel's 18A process for future GPUs. The post Intel (INTC) Stock Soars 11% Following Major Google TPU Contract and Cadence Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Zodia Custody receives Luxembourg Payment Institution license, expanding regulated stablecoin and EMT transfer services across the EU under MiCA framework. The post Zodia Custody Secures Luxembourg License for EU Stablecoin Operations appeared first on Blockonomi.

XRP price has fallen toward the $1.15 area ahead of the XRPL’s June 15 upgrade, as weak momentum and a fresh weekly breakdown keep traders focused on whether the token can defend the $1 level. According to data from crypto.news,…

AMD's investment in UK AI could enhance local capabilities, reduce foreign dependency, and position the UK as a key player in global AI infrastructure. The post AMD commits up to $2B to UK artificial intelligence over the next five years appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Apple's Siri AI overhaul aims to strengthen its ecosystem, but faces challenges from memory shortages and won't boost short-term sales. The post Apple’s revamped AI Siri seen as long-term strategy amid PC, mobile market challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Toncoin's might find a ground for reversal way sooner than most investors think.

Tom Lee continues accumulating Ethereum to expand its treasury even amid the severe market downturn that caused Ethereum to retest multi-month lows.

Morpho's funding surge underscores DeFi's growing appeal to traditional finance, potentially accelerating blockchain integration in banking. The post DeFi lender Morpho nears $2B valuation after $175M raise led by Paradigm and a16z appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

OKX rolls out tokenized stock and commodity perps for EU retail traders, expanding competition with Coinbase, Kraken and Binance in regulated derivatives.

Goldman Sachs data shows hedge funds bought global equities at the fastest pace in four months before the Nasdaq's worst point drop in history on June 5. The post Goldman Sachs data shows hedge funds bought equities at fastest pace in months, right before US selloff appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The rise of robotaxis in London could redefine urban mobility, intensifying competition and accelerating global autonomous vehicle adoption. The post Uber prepares for robotaxi competition with Wayve in London appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

When it comes to online betting brands with real staying power, Bet365 and 888casino are near the top of the list. Both have been around for more than two decades and have built strong reputations across global markets. But the industry is moving, and a new wave of crypto-first casinos is starting to pull players [...] The post Bet365 vs 888casino: Market Veterans — and ZunaBet’s Growing Attention appeared first on Blockonomi.

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Institutions that bought Bitcoin at $100,000 and $125,000 are showing even greater interest now that prices have dropped to around $60,000, according to Coinbase Head of Institutional Strategy John D’Agostino. Related Reading: Coinbase–Better Deal Enables Mortgages Secured By Bitcoin And USDC He made the remarks in a recent interview with CNBC, as Bitcoin trades around […]

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Metaplanet, Japan’s largest publicly traded Bitcoin treasury company, is considering a share repurchase program to defend and maximize its Bitcoin yield per share — a capital allocation mechanism that automatically activates when the company’s market value drops below the value of its Bitcoin holdings, a threshold it crossed in the past 24 hours as Bitcoin’s […]

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This partnership could revolutionize sports prediction markets, enhancing transparency, efficiency, and fan engagement on a global scale. The post Chainlink lands exclusive oracle deal with FIFA World Cup’s prediction market partner ADI Predictstreet appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Applied Digital (APLD) stock surged 11% after announcing a $5.2B data center lease, bringing total contracted revenue to $36B. Analysts raise price targets. The post Applied Digital (APLD) Stock Soars 11% on $5.2B Hyperscaler Data Center Agreement appeared first on Blockonomi.

Is now the time to buy the crypto dip? A decision framework, not a cheer: the real signals both ways, the questions to ask, and how to act if yes.

Zodia Custody's expanded regulatory approval enhances institutional trust and positions it to meet rising stablecoin demand across Europe. The post Standard Chartered-backed Zodia Custody wins Luxembourg approval to expand stablecoin custody offering appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI chip stocks Marvell, Micron, and Qualcomm surge Tuesday. Applied Digital secures $5.2B data center deal. GSK buys Nuvalent for $10.6B. Full breakdown. The post AI Chip Stocks Surge Tuesday: Marvell (MRVL), Micron (MU), and Qualcomm (QCOM) Lead Recovery appeared first on Blockonomi.

Factorial Energy (FAC) stock climbed 16% in its Nasdaq debut after a SPAC merger valued at $1.3B, raising $100M+ to develop solid-state battery technology. The post Factorial Energy (FAC) Stock Surges 16% in Nasdaq Trading Debut Following SPAC Merger appeared first on Blockonomi.

Zodia Custody has secured a Payment Institution licence from Luxembourg’s Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier, adding a second key European authorization that allows the firm to offer regulated custody and transfer services for stablecoins across the European Union. According…

OKX has expanded its X-Perps offering in Europe with 13 new markets, adding futures linked to major U.S. technology stocks, commodities, and stock indices after reporting a 447% rise in X-Perps trading volume since May 1. According to a press…

Coinbase strategist John D’Agostino says the world’s biggest buyers aren’t panicking over bitcoin’s slide, with sovereign wealth funds and family offices being more than “happy” to scoop up the asset at a discount. Why Institutions Aren’t Flinching at Sub-$60K Bitcoin As bitcoin tumbled toward its lowest levels of the year, John D’Agostino, Coinbase’s head of […]

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Nebius' UK expansion could significantly boost AI infrastructure, impacting sectors like finance and healthcare, while enhancing investor appeal. The post Nebius commits £1.7B to build four new UK AI sites powered by Nvidia appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The aggressive price target hikes reflect growing confidence in AI-driven demand, potentially reshaping investment strategies in tech sectors. The post Wells Fargo more than doubles Micron price target to $1,220, citing AI memory boom appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

SpaceX announces plans for orbital AI data centers using Starlink tech ahead of its anticipated $1.75 trillion IPO. First satellites could launch by 2027. The post SpaceX Plans Space-Based AI Data Centers Before Historic $1.75T IPO Launch appeared first on Blockonomi.

Dollar retreats from two-month high as Israel-Iran ceasefire lifts sentiment. Markets now see 70% chance of Fed rate hike ahead of crucial CPI release. The post Dollar Retreats From Peak as Middle East Ceasefire Eases Market Tension appeared first on Blockonomi.

Regulatory approval for US onshore perpetual markets could unlock billions in untapped growth potential. The post Will Price: The US onshore perpetual market is untapped, Lighter’s zero-fee model revolutionizes trading, and engineering talent rivals top AI startups | Bankless appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bank of America alerts investors as 70% of bear market signals trigger. S&P 500 overvalued on 17 of 20 metrics, with tech stocks mirroring dot-com bubble. The post BofA Strategists Sound Alarm: 70% of Bear Market Indicators Now Active appeared first on Blockonomi.

AlzeCure Pharma (ALZCUR) stock soared 301% after inking a potential $1B+ licensing agreement with Eli Lilly for Alzheimer's drug candidate ACD680. The post AlzeCure Pharma (ALZCUR) Stock Jumps Over 300% on Eli Lilly Partnership appeared first on Blockonomi.

Solana has dropped more than 21% from its June high and is now testing a critical support zone near $60 after whale selling, weakening DeFi activity, and a sharp market-wide liquidation event erased several months of gains. According to data…

The Fed's rate stability suggests a cautious approach, potentially impacting future economic growth and inflation monitoring strategies. The post Fed expected to hold rates-3.7% in June: Reuters poll appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The renewed conflict underscores the fragility of ceasefires and highlights potential risks to global markets if escalation intensifies. The post Israel activates missile defense as Iran launches missiles, crypto markets hold steady appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple CTO Emeritus David Schwartz delivers masterclass on XRP Ledger, wrapped in a poem.

The meaningful integration of crypto technologies and artificial intelligence is still in its early stages, with many popular claims about blockchain's benefits for AI requiring further evidence. These conclusions were reached by the authors of the Crypto x AI, AI x Crypto study from the IC3 consortium. The study divides the topic into two areas. The first is the application of AI in crypto systems. Here, experts believe artificial intelligence can already assist with transaction analysis, fraud detection, identifying vulnerable smart contracts, and processing blockchain events. The second area is the application of crypto technologies. Researchers believe that the most practical benefits currently come from zero-knowledge proofs, trusted computing, and other tools that help secure computations and data processing. Broader ideas like decentralized AI governance or decentralized infrastructure have yet to see widespread adoption. A separate section addresses common misconceptions. One such misconception is the claim that blockchain can distinguish AI-generated content from human-generated content. According to IC3, a distributed ledger is suitable for timestamping and registering digital artifacts, but it does not solve the detection problem. If an external classifier incorrectly labels content before it is recorded on the blockchain, the network will merely record this error. A similar issue arises with data provenance and model outputs. Blockchain records can show that a specific version or event log existed at a particular time. However, they do not explain why a model produced a certain output, do not prove inference correctness, and do not guarantee the absence of manipulation during training. The authors also challenged the notion that crypto wallets make AI agents autonomous. They argue that while a wallet can automate economic actions without constant human approval, it does not make the model independent. An operator can still shut down the server, model, or infrastructure on which the agent operates. Nonetheless, researchers do not deny the benefits of crypto rails for AI payments. Blockchain can provide neutrality, censorship resistance, and low fees. However, the authors believe the industry needs not only to demonstrate the technical feasibility of such payments but also to quantitatively prove their advantages over centralized financial systems. In the section on decentralized AI infrastructure, IC3 specifically examined DePIN networks and computation markets. Such platforms may be cheaper for inference and small-scale training tasks, but for larger workloads, the situation is more complex: latency, bandwidth, and node connectivity can increase the overall cost. The authors point to a lack of systematic benchmarks compared to traditional cloud providers. IC3 believes the main takeaway for the market is to separate proof of concept from proven utility. Crypto technologies can enhance specific elements of AI infrastructure but do not automatically solve issues of trust, payments, data provenance, and computational efficiency. Earlier, the Ethereum Foundation proposed using blockchain as a verification environment for AI agents.

XRP trades near $1.16 as a $1.40 monthly close may confirm a double bottom, while losing $1.14 keeps the $0.80 downside risk active for now.

SBI will give out vouchers that can be redeemed for Bitcoin, Ether or XRP through SBI VC Trade, linking bank savings with the group’s crypto exchange arm.

Shareholders of Strategy have approved a change in the dividend distribution schedule for STRC from a monthly to a bi-monthly basis. Payments will be made on the 15th and the last day of each month. The first payout under the new system is scheduled for June 15.

The Zcash team has agreed on consensus changes for the Ironwood update. The upgrade aims to launch a new shielded pool and limit the supply of ZEC following a recent vulnerability in Orchard, reported developer Sean Bowe. The old liquidity pool will be marked separately: after the update's activation, new users will be prohibited from interacting with it, but the ability to publish logs with updates will be retained. Wallets will stop accepting incoming transfers in Orchard and will direct assets to Orchard addresses already in Ironwood. According to Bowe, this combination of rules will "limit the circulating supply of ZEC" and prevent network participants from spending "more coins than should exist." Ironwood activation is scheduled for July. The Zcash Open Development Lab described the migration process as "simple for users." Wallets supporting Orchard will be able to transfer funds to the new pool with one click. The update is planned to be accompanied by independent audits to prevent new vulnerabilities from arising. Ironwood will be the next step following the emergency fix of a critical bug in Orchard. The bug was discovered at the end of May. It theoretically allowed for unlimited fake issuance of ZEC. However, Shielded Labs stated that actual exploitation of the vulnerability was unlikely. The fix was implemented in two stages. In early June, the team conducted a soft fork to temporarily disable transactions in Orchard, followed by a hard fork to restore the pool's functionality. In the wake of the incident, the ZEC price dropped nearly 50% at one point — to $300. After the vulnerability was addressed, the asset began to recover, and at the time of writing, its price is around $470 (+11% for the day). 15-minute chart of ZEC/USDT on Binance. Source: TradingView. Back in May, the price of the privacy coin broke the $585 mark for the first time since November 2025.

Humanity Protocol, a biometric blockchain identity project that had been one of crypto’s top-performing tokens of 2026, suffered a catastrophic security incident on June 9 in which attackers drained approximately $32 million from more than 17 wallets — sending the H token crashing 90% within hours — before on-chain investigator ZachXBT publicly questioned whether the […]

The escalation in Lebanon exacerbates regional instability, reducing prospects for peace and increasing the risk of broader conflict involvement. The post Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon cause mass displacement in Tyre appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The upcoming upgrade will mark the transition of ZEC from the Orchard to the Ironwood pool, allowing users running nodes to audit the total supply.

The expanded Nvidia-Hyundai alliance could accelerate AI integration in robotics and mobility, potentially reshaping industrial and transport sectors. The post Nvidia and Hyundai deepen alliance to advance AI-powered robotics and autonomous mobility appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Geopolitical tensions can significantly impact financial markets, highlighting the interconnectedness of global events and economic stability. The post Trump urges Israel and Iran to halt exchanges of fire as Bitcoin jumps 5% on ceasefire hopes appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Iran's closure of key straits heightens geopolitical tensions, disrupts global trade, and underscores crypto's role in circumventing sanctions. The post Iran fully closes Bab al-Mandab Strait after Israeli strikes, threatening global oil flows and crypto markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Circle has launched a wrapped Bitcoin, cirBTC, on the Ethereum network with a 1:1 backing. cirBTC is live on @ethereum.Circle helped establish the institutional standard for dollar collateral with USDC.Now cirBTC brings that same approach to Bitcoin, bringing 1:1 BTC-backed collateral to institutional DeFi markets with neutrality, transparency, and Circle…— Circle (@circle) June 8, 2026 The company positions cirBTC as an asset for institutional scenarios such as DeFi, OTC operations, market making, treasury transfers, and settlements. According to the press release, the underlying asset is held by a regulated Circle entity and is separate from corporate funds. The issuance and redemption of the token are conducted through Circle Mint. The coin is issued by Circle International Bermuda Limited, which holds a Class F license in the Bermuda jurisdiction. Reserve transparency is confirmed through Chainlink Proof-of-Reserve. In its blog, Circle described the Ethereum blockchain as a "suitable starting point." Future plans include integrating cirBTC with the Arc solution and expanding into a multichain environment. "The principle of neutrality is simple: the incentive for the issuer should be widespread adoption, not redirecting activity to a preferred trading platform," the company emphasized. In May, Circle raised $222 million through the sale of ARC tokens.

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TLDR: RippleX is testing the XRPL lending code before validators consider Mainnet activation. Formal verification may expose accounting and state errors that normal tests miss. XLS-66 would add fixed-term loans funded by Single Asset Vault liquidity. XRP trades near $1.17 while XRPL prepares technical and governance updates. RippleX developers are applying formal verification to XRP [...] The post XRP Ledger Lending Code Faces Formal Review Before Mainnet Vote appeared first on Blockonomi.

Humanity Protocol has disclosed that more than $36 million worth of H tokens have been stolen after attackers compromised multiple administrative keys and seized control of bridge infrastructure across Ethereum and BNB Smart Chain. According to Humanity Protocol’s June 9…

Shiba Inu's market outlook is improving as most of the selling pressure is gone already.

SBI Shinsei Bank has introduced a campaign that has linked deposit interest payments to cryptocurrency exchange vouchers worth 20% of the interest earned. According to a report by Nikkei, the Japanese bank will begin a three-month promotional program on Wednesday…

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Charles Hoskinson says Cardano is not merely competing for crypto market share, but for a much larger role: becoming the infrastructure layer for global trust. In a June 8 livestream titled “Why Cardano is the only Ecosystem that can run the world,” the Cardano founder argued that ADA’s long-term value depends on whether the network […]

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Apple shares swung nearly 5% from their intraday high, erasing about $230 billion in market value, after the company’s long-awaited Siri AI overhaul drew a muted reaction from investors. A ‘Sell the News’ Moment for Apple’s AI Reset Apple used its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 8 to unveil its biggest artificial intelligence (AI) […]