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Bitcoin mirrors 80% rally setup that preceded 2024 Israel-Iran conflict

One analyst spots a bullish fractal driven by 2024-like liquidity grabs, hinting that Bitcoin may breakout toward new all-time highs.

Bitcoin 2025 builders predict DeFi will unseat traditional finance

Bitcoin’s foundational security is powering a new frontier: DeFi systems built on self-sovereignty, security and real-world financial inclusion.

Anthony Pompliano to lead new Bitcoin-buying group raising $750M: FT

Under Pompliano’s leadership, ProCapBTC would reportedly seek to raise $750 million in equity and convertible debt as part of a merger with Columbus Circle Capital 1.

Walmart, Amazon consider issuing own stablecoins: WSJ

Retail giants Walmart and Amazon are reportedly evaluating digital currencies to streamline e‑commerce and boost cross‑border transactions.

Polkadot community split on selling 500K DOT for Bitcoin reserve

Polkadot’s community is split over a proposal to convert 500,000 DOT tokens into tBTC using a year-long DCA strategy amid market volatility.

Bitcoin price Bollinger Bands 'failure' risks end of uptrend at $112K

Bitcoin Bollinger Bands analysis leads to potentially grim conclusions about the fate of the BTC price rebound, which began at sub-$75,000 lows in April.

GameStop shares tank 22% after boosting raise to $2.25B for Bitcoin strategy

GameStop boosted its convertible note offering to $2.25 billion, fueling its Bitcoin treasury strategy and raising speculation about future crypto investments.

Shopify launches early access to USDC stablecoin payments on Base

Shopify is rolling out USDC payments via Coinbase’s Base network, offering cashback perks and expanding crypto checkout options through Shopify Payments.

KuCoin expands into Thailand with SEC-approved exchange

KuCoin enters the Thai market with a fully licensed exchange after acquiring ERX, Thailand’s first SEC-supervised digital token platform.

My Big Coin execs to pay nearly $26M in fines to CTFC

The CFTC said that My Big Coin investors might not get their money back as the alleged operators “may not have sufficient funds or assets.”

Huione darknet humming at ‘full capacity’ despite shutdown

Despite repeated attempts to stamp out the crypto-crime-linked Huione, Chainalysis says there’s been no meaningful decline in transactions.

Bitcoin slides to $103K as Israel launches airstrikes on Iran

Jan3 founder Samson Mow tells GameStop CEO, “This is where you buy” as Bitcoin’s price tumbled after Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Iran.

Czech government hit with no-confidence vote over $45M Bitcoin scandal

Czech Justice Minister Pavel Blazek resigned last month after the Justice Ministry auctioned off nearly 500 Bitcoin it received from a convicted online drug trafficker.

SEC axes Biden-era proposed crypto rules in flurry of repeals

The SEC has withdrawn over a dozen rules the agency proposed under Joe Biden, including two crypto-related rules targeting DeFi and digital asset custody.

CFTC’s Pham says it won’t give ‘easy street’ to anybody, crypto included

CFTC acting chair Caroline Pham says the agency won't ease up on crypto just because the Trump administration has pledged to support the industry.

Sharplink Gaming drops 73% amid looming $1B Ethereum buy

A crypto executive says if Sharplink Gaming were to announce its planned mega-Ether buy tomorrow, it could “light the match to reignite the stock.”

Australia bans financial adviser for 10 years for $9.6M crypto scam

Australia’s financial regulator alleges Glenda Maree Rogan told clients they were investing in a high-yield fixed-interest account but sent their funds to a crypto exchange listed as a scam.

Tencent explores purchase of Nexon gaming company

Talks of a potential acquisition follow renewed interest in Nexon's massively multiplayer online role-playing game series MapleStory.

Solana futures open interest hits $7.4B amid ETF speculation: Is $200 SOL next?

SOL’s futures open interest hits a 2-year high above $7.4 billion, but neutral funding and declining DEX activity cast doubt on a breakout to $200.

Shift to digital asset technology won't be 'slow' — Franklin Templeton CEO

In the world of traditional finance, sentiment has been shifting toward digital assets, with BlackRock, JPMorgan and Franklin Templeton making moves.

Ex-Kamala Harris campaign adviser joins Coinbase advisory council

David Plouffe previously worked as an adviser for Alchemy Pay, Binance, former President Barack Obama's and former Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaigns.

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill could trigger a US debt crisis and Bitcoin boom

President Trump’s debt-heavy bill could speed up the devaluation of the US dollar. With higher inflation looming, Bitcoin may be one of the few real hedges left.

Bitcoin price fractal points to bull trap that could send BTC below $100K

Escalating tensions in the Middle East and an ominous Bitcoin chart fractal could play a role in sending BTC price back under $100,000.

USDC stablecoin launches on XRP Ledger

Circle's USDC has a market capitalization of over $61 billion, making it the second-largest stablecoin, second to Tether's USDt.

Trident Digital to create XRP treasury of up to $500M

The reserve will be funded through stock issuance and other financial instruments, according to the announcement.

Trump addresses Coinbase summit to discuss crypto plans

The US president has spoken in person at the Bitcoin 2024 conference in Nashville and released a video message for the Digital Asset Summit in New York City.

Deutsche Telekom, Alibaba Cloud, Vodafone are running nodes on Nillion

The Enterprise Cluster initiative enables decentralized use cases for privacy-sensitive operations across healthcare and finance.

USDT issuer Tether buys 32% stake in Canadian gold royalty firm

Tether’s investment in Canada’s Elemental Altus Royalties follows the company’s strategy to “integrate long-term, stable assets such as gold and Bitcoin in its ecosystem.”

AI can’t do it alone: Blockchain is the missing piece in next-gen gaming

AI is reshaping gaming, but blockchain is the missing link for next-gen, AI-powered social gaming experiences. Centralized systems limit progress, ownership and creativity.

Bitcoin bulls halt $4K BTC price dip as US dollar hits new 3-year lows

BTC price strength returns as US inflation cools beyond expectations, hitting dollar strength again — and new BTC price all-time highs are on the table.

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