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OneBalance lands $20M to simplify crypto for developers

OneBalance raised $20 million to launch a developer toolkit enabling one-click crosschain crypto transactions, aiming to fix fragmented UX and boost app conversions.

When an AI says, ‘No, I don’t want to power off’: Inside the o3 refusal

OpenAI’s o3 model resisted shutdown in safety tests, raising concerns about AI alignment and control.

Trump’s consumer protection reforms could leave crypto users in a lurch

The Trump administration, supported by major US crypto firms, has largely dismantled the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, leaving consumers vulnerable.

Trump’s CFTC chair pick won’t push president for bipartisan commission

Senators questioned Brian Quintenz on prediction markets, his experiences dealing with debanking, and how he would potentially handle an entirely Republican-staffed CFTC.

Currency must be separated from state: Returning to Bitcoin's original vision

As government overreach and institutional interests reshape the blockchain landscape, it's time to return to Bitcoin's founding vision: a truly decentralized, immutable currency free from state and corporate control.

What is a supply chain attack in crypto and how to prevent it?

Supply chain attacks in crypto exploit trusted dependencies, emerging as a major threat to crypto projects, which now have to stay vigilant on such threats.

From ETFs to Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: Inside Trump’s crypto playbook

Explore the latest developments in crypto regulation and macro outlook in a report by HTX Ventures.

Connecticut lawmakers vote to prohibit crypto use in government

Connecticut has joined the growing number of US states rejecting the notion of a state Bitcoin reserve, prohibiting government entities from making crypto investments and payments.

ASTR becomes OP Superchain’s first interoperable token via Chainlink CCIP

Users will eventually be able to transfer ASTR to any Superchain network, according to OP Labs’ Zain Bacchus.

SOL price toward $300 next? Solana ETF approval chances jump to 91%

Surging onchain activity, rising spot Solana ETF approval chances and derivatives metrics suggest that SOL’s bullish price momentum could continue toward $300.

Nasdaq-listed Interactive Strength launches $500M AI token treasury with Fetch.ai

Interactive Strength aims to launch the world’s largest corporate AI-crypto treasury to boost shareholder value and incorporate AI tools.

FTX users fight to unlock $2.2B in still-disputed bankruptcy claims

FTX creditors are awaiting progress on at least $2.2 billion worth of disputed claims, with some users reporting issues with the KYC verification process.

Sandeep Nailwal takes charge of Polygon Foundation as first CEO

Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal assumed full executive control, marking a move away from decentralized governance.

MEXC launches $100M user protection fund to cover platform breaches

MEXC introduces a $100 million fund to protect users from platform breaches, hacks and technical failures, with real-time wallet transparency.

PancakeSwap launches one-click crosschain swaps to simplify DeFi UX

PancakeSwap now offers one-click crosschain swaps with Across Protocol, aiming to reduce bridge risk and improve DeFi user experience across Arbitrum, Base and BNB Chain.

Crypto asset reserve bill lands in Ukraine’s parliament

Although the bill would allow the National Bank of Ukraine to acquire crypto assets like Bitcoin as part of state reserves, it would not require the bank to do so.

Rep. Timmons asks SEC for docs on agency’s past approach to Ethereum

Republican Representative William Timmons has asked US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins for documents on the agency’s historical approach to Ether.

Peter Thiel-backed crypto exchange Bullish files for US IPO: FT

The Peter Thiel-backed crypto exchange joins a growing list of firms seeking to go public as investor optimism returns under the Trump administration.

Bitcoin may struggle in Q3 as eyes turn to Ethereum’s ‘catch-up’ — Analysts

Bitcoin moves in the “opposite direction of retail’s expectations,” which may lead to a price surge lag, Santiment analyst Brian Quinlivan tells Cointelegraph.

US House Financial Services Committee advances crypto CLARITY Act

The CLARITY Act will move to the House floor after the House Financial Services Committee voted to advance the crypto market structure bill in a 32 to 19 vote.

Librarian Ghouls hacker group targeting Russians to mine crypto

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky says the Librarian Ghouls may be hacktivists, based on their reliance on legitimate, third-party utilities, a technique commonly associated with similar groups.

Crypto ‘altcoin ETF summer’ may come in July with SEC approvals: Analysts

ETF analysts say the Securities and Exchange Commission could approve Solana, Ether staking and crypto index ETFs as soon as next month.

CFPB’s top enforcer exits with scathing email on Trump: Report

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau acting enforcement director Cara Petersen has quit, saying that she has never “seen the ability to perform our core mission so under attack.”

Fortune 500’s interest in stablecoins triples from last year: Coinbase

Nearly 30% of the 100 executives at a Fortune 500 firm said their company has plans or is interested in stablecoins, up from 8% who said the same last year.

Bitcoin-buying GameStop drops as Q1 revenues miss estimates

GameStop shares slid over 3.5% after-hours on Tuesday, falling to just above $29 after the video game retailer missed revenue estimates for Q1.

Michael Saylor rejects crypto winter fears, says Bitcoin ‘going to $1M’

Strategy’s Michael Saylor claims that “all the evidence” indicates Bitcoin is unlikely to face another crypto winter anytime soon.

Bitcoin update to raise data limit on divisive OP_RETURN function

Bitcoin Core dev Gloria Zhao says the data limit for OP_RETURN will be raised in October, infuriating several Bitcoin users who prefer images, text and audio to stay off the blockchain.

Ether price hits 15-week high: Will $1.8B in short liquidations send ETH above $3K?

ETH open interest reached a record $40 billion as Ether price rallied above $2,800 for the first time in 15 weeks.

ETH price tops $2.8K as options traders open bearish positions: Are bears wrong?

Ether price continues to show strength at $2,800 even as some traders embrace bearish options strategies. What gives?

Ethereum Foundation highlights UX, social layer as security ‘challenges’

According to the Ethereum Foundation, “a significant burden of security” still falls on users of digital assets.

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