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OpenAI cuts ties with Scale AI amid data labeler’s new Meta deal — Report

OpenAI is dropping Scale AI from its data labeling suppliers days after the startup’s acquisition by Meta.

Trump family’s company cuts stake in World Liberty Financial by 20% — Report

An umbrella company controlled by the president and his family has reportedly been reducing its stake in World Liberty Financial since December 2024.

Visa, Yellow Card push digital dollar use across African countries

Yellow Card plans to roll out stablecoin payments with Visa in at least one African country this year amid a trend driven partly by limited access to US dollars.

Telegram's Pavel Durov approved to leave France temporarily

The Telegram founder will once again be allowed to travel to Dubai for a short period before returning to France, where his case is ongoing.

Ethereum bulls must break $2.8K: What will trigger a 'violent move'?

Shrinking liquid supply, persistent ETF demand, and strong technical factors could push ETH price above $4,000.

Here’s what Bitcoin did while the US added to its $37T debt

As Washington printed trillions, Bitcoin evolved into a global asset class, trusted by nations and corporations, amid growing US debt concerns.

Crypto's true revolution is about humanity, not technology

Crypto isn’t just about technology or speculation. It’s about restoring dignity and agency to those left behind by traditional finance. Crypto offers a path to financial dignity through education and inclusion.

Bitcoin volume metric suggests '$130K-$135K BTC will happen' in the summer

A similar OBV divergence in March–April 2025 triggered a 57% Bitcoin rally, reinforcing strong accumulation signals for the current setup.

Here's when Bitcoin analysts expect new BTC price volatility

Bitcoin may be boring this Juneteenth holiday, but market commentators are already preparing for BTC price conditions to get volatile again.

There’s more to crypto crime than meets the eye: What you need to know

Crypto crime isn’t all FTX and fraud. Jennie Levin helps unpack the deeper, more technical threats facing blockchain today, including why regulators are still catching up.

Kraken launches Bitcoin staking with Babylon integration

Kraken has launched a Bitcoin staking service in partnership with Babylon, allowing users to earn BABY tokens.

Mega breach of 16B passwords raises crypto security fears

A leak of 16 billion passwords from services including Apple, Google and Facebook poses serious risks for crypto holders.

Crypto VC partner loses ‘life savings’ during fake Zoom call

Hypersphere investment partner Mehdi Farooq said he lost six wallets and years of savings after falling victim to a fake Zoom call phishing attack.

Project Eleven raises $6M to defend Bitcoin from quantum attacks

Quantum computing-focused Project Eleven raised $6 million to develop tools like Yellowpages that aim to secure Bitcoin against quantum attacks.

Nasdaq-listed Lion Group bets big on Hyperliquid with $600M treasury

The $600 million treasury announcement came on the same day Nasdaq-listed ophthalmic technologies firm Eyenovia shared plans for a Hyperliquid token treasury.

OKX brings DEX aggregator to MetaMask with Consensys partnership

OKX partners with Consensys to integrate its DEX aggregator into MetaMask, giving users access to more than 500 DEXs and new MEV protection via SERVO.

Russia says 70% of crypto miners remain unregistered despite new laws

Russia will continue taking measures to encourage crypto mining businesses to register with the tax authority, including imposing bigger penalties for violations.

Bitget secures Georgia license as part of Europe expansion

Bitget picks Georgia for the next step of its expansion in Eastern Europe, attracted by clear regulations, tax benefits and a growing crypto user base.

Is crypto still taxed in Australia? Major legal update explained

Australia now taxes crypto as property, with capital gains on swaps, DeFi and wrapped tokens, plus new ATO data sweeps targeting 1.2 million users.

Bitcoin gets Fed rate pause 'tailwind' as BTC eyes $106K short squeeze

Bitcoin price trajectory is primed to benefit from both macroeconomic and crypto derivatives trends, said new research from CryptoQuant.

South Korea to investigate fees of local crypto exchanges

South Korea’s newly elected president Lee Jae-myung reportedly promised to reduce crypto trading transaction costs as part of his presidential campaign.

Nobitex source code leaked after $100M hack by pro-Israel group

Hackers behind the $100 million Nobitex exploit have released the exchange’s full source code, escalating tensions amid the Israel-Iran conflict.

Binance’s CZ suggests ‘will function’ to distribute crypto in case of death

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao said crypto platforms must prepare for the inevitable by enabling users to pass on digital assets after they die.

Canada’s Sol Strategies files with SEC to list on the Nasdaq

Sol Strategies’ stock price rose by more than 4% following the announcement that it has filed to be listed on the Nasdaq exchange.

Pacific nation Nauru passes law to establish a crypto regulator

The brother of former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried once plotted to buy Nauru and build a doomsday bunker using funds from the now-defunct crypto exchange.

Bitcoin to Ether shift going unnoticed with ‘bear market PTSD’ — Trader

A crypto analyst says the altcoin season “we are all craving for” now hinges on Ether doing better and showing strength.

Ohio House passes bill allowing up to $200 tax-free crypto payments

Ohio’s House passed a bill to legally insulate various crypto activities, such as mining and staking, and exempt some transactions from capital gains tax.

Need ChatGPT’s help? It could be making you dumber

MIT research has found heavy use of ChatGPT impairs memory, lowers brain engagement and may hinder learning by replacing critical cognitive processes.

US Bitcoin ETFs hit 8-day inflow streak despite Middle East tensions

The spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded their eighth straight day of inflows as early market panic from the Israel-Iran conflict appears to be cooling off.

Elon Musk’s AI firm xAI faces lawsuit over data center air pollution

xAI has received a legal threat over its use of gas turbines at its Memphis AI hub, as Big Tech and AI firms frantically build their AI capabilities.

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