📰 Trump Says He Turned to Crypto Partly for Political Reasons 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 05:05 UTC U.S. President Donald Trump said his pivot toward crypto was driven less by ideology than by geopolitics, arguing that if the United States did not embrace digital assets, China would. Speaking at a Monday press event at the White House to announce “Trump Accounts”—investment acc... ➤ Donald Trump stated his support for cryptocurrency is primarily driven by geopolitical competition with China, not ideology. ➤ He announced "Trump Accounts," an investment program for minors, but provided no specific details on crypto inclusion. ➤ Trump also claimed his pro-crypto stance influenced a reduction in regulatory enforcement actions against the industry. #donaldtrump #crypto #china #geopolitics #trumpaccounts #bitcoin #regulation #enforcement #nationalcompetitiveness 🔗 Read more at:

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Trump Says He Turned to Crypto Partly for Political Reasons

U.S. President Donald Trump said his pivot toward crypto was driven less by ideology than by geopolitics, arguing that if the United States did not...

📰 UNDP expands Stellar blockchain after pilots slash aid payment costs 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 04:25 UTC The United Nations Development Programme has expanded its partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation after blockchain payment pilots cut aid distribution costs from 10% to 2% and kept payments running during network outages. The United Nations Development Programme annou... ➤ The UN Development Programme (UNDP) is expanding its use of the Stellar blockchain for aid payments after successful pilots demonstrated significant cost reductions (from 10% to 2%) and improved payment resilience during network outages. ➤ This expansion aims to standardize blockchain-based payments across UNDP country offices, enhancing financial assistance delivery in regions with limited banking access. ➤ The move aligns with broader trends of stablecoin adoption for cross-border transactions and Stellar's growing role in financial infrastructure, evidenced by partnerships with MoneyGram and DTCC. #undp #stellarblockchain #aiddistribution #costreduction #paymentresilience #stablecoins #crossborderpayments #moneygram #dtcc #tokenizedassets 🔗 Read more at:

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UNDP expands Stellar blockchain after pilots slash aid payment costs

The United Nations Development Programme has expanded its partnership with the Stellar Development Foundation after blockchain payment pilots cut a...

📰 BonkDAO reveals $20M treasury raid after malicious governance attack 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 04:35 UTC BonkDAO has disclosed that attackers have drained roughly $20 million worth of BONK tokens from its treasury after exploiting a malicious governance proposal. According to a statement published by BonkDAO on X, the unauthorized proposal allowed an unknown entity to… ➤ BonkDAO reported a $20 million treasury raid due to a malicious governance proposal exploit on the Solana blockchain. ➤ The DAO is cooperating with law enforcement to recover funds and identify perpetrators, while the BONK token price has seen a decline. ➤ This incident highlights ongoing security risks in DeFi and the memecoin market, with similar recent breaches affecting other platforms. #bonkdao #treasuryraid #governanceattack #bonktokens #solana #defisecurity #memecoin #lawenforcement #stolenfunds #smartcontractexploit 🔗 Read more at:

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BonkDAO reveals $20M treasury raid after malicious governance attack

BonkDAO has disclosed that attackers have drained roughly $20 million worth of BONK tokens from its treasury after exploiting a malicious governanc...

📰 Trump-backed American Bitcoin hits 8,000 BTC as ABTC stock rebounds 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 04:35 UTC American Bitcoin added 500 BTC to lift holdings to 8,000 BTC, while a reverse split and a 60% stock drop keep pressure on ABTC shares. ➤ American Bitcoin (ABTC) has increased its Bitcoin holdings to over 8,000 BTC, driven by mining operations and strategic purchases. ➤ Despite treasury growth, ABTC shares are under pressure due to a recent stock drop and a 1-for-15 reverse stock split aimed at Nasdaq compliance. ➤ The company's strategy remains focused on Bitcoin mining and treasury accumulation, with its stock performance tied to Bitcoin prices and mining costs. #americanbitcoin #8000btc #abtcstock #reversesplit #bitcointreasury #hut8 #erictrump #donaldtrumpjr #nasdaqcompliance #miningoutput 🔗 Read more at:

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Trump-backed American Bitcoin hits 8,000 BTC as ABTC stock rebounds

American Bitcoin added 500 BTC to lift holdings to 8,000 BTC, while a reverse split and a 60% stock drop keep pressure on ABTC shares.

📰 Tether’s private ownership faces rare test in ex-CIO stake sale 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 05:15 UTC Former Tether CIO Richard Heathcote reportedly seeks to sell part of his stake as USDT leads stablecoins and Tether stays private this year. ➤ Former Tether CIO Richard Heathcote is reportedly looking to sell a portion of his stake in the stablecoin issuer, offering a rare glimpse into Tether's private ownership. ➤ Despite regulatory pressures in Europe (MiCA), USDT maintains its dominant position in the stablecoin market, with Tether reporting significant profits and reserves. ➤ Tether's CEO has reiterated the company's stance against going public, making this private stake sale a notable event for investors seeking exposure to the largest dollar-pegged token issuer. #tether #usdt #stablecoin #privateownership #stakesale #richardheathcote #paoloardoino #regulatory #mica #ipo 🔗 Read more at:

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Tether’s private ownership faces rare test in ex-CIO stake sale

Former Tether CIO Richard Heathcote reportedly seeks to sell part of his stake as USDT leads stablecoins and Tether stays private this year.

📰 President Trump says China and politics shaped his pro-crypto pivot 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 05:35 UTC President Trump said politics helped push him toward crypto, while citing China, Bitcoin, family ventures and U.S. crypto policy in office again. ➤ President Trump attributes his pro-crypto stance to political motivations, voter interest, and competition with China, marking a shift from his previous criticisms. ➤ The article highlights Trump's campaign's fundraising through crypto donations and his administration's perceived shift towards a more favorable crypto policy, contrasting with the Biden administration's approach. ➤ Scrutiny remains on Trump family's crypto ventures and income, with the President distancing himself from his children's activities while emphasizing U.S. leadership in the digital asset space. #donaldtrump #crypto #china #politics #bitcoin #stablecoin #usdc #sec #policy #election 🔗 Read more at:

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President Trump says China and politics shaped his pro-crypto pivot

President Trump said politics helped push him toward crypto, while citing China, Bitcoin, family ventures and U.S. crypto policy in office again.

📰 BNB Chain pushes self-custody as MiCA reshapes EU crypto access 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 07:45 UTC BNB Chain released a self-custody guide as MiCA changed EU exchange access, pushing users to weigh wallets, DeFi, and platform risk in 2026. ➤ BNB Chain has released a guide promoting self-custody for EU crypto users navigating new regulations under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. ➤ The guide emphasizes user responsibility for private keys, test transfers, and network fees, while highlighting access to DeFi services like stablecoins and tokenized RWAs. ➤ This initiative follows regulatory changes impacting exchanges like Binance and the delisting of USDT, prompting users to re-evaluate their crypto storage options. #bnbchain #mica #selfcustody #eucryptoaccess #centralizedexchange #wallets #defi #stablecoins #usdc #usdt 🔗 Read more at:

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BNB Chain pushes self-custody as MiCA reshapes EU crypto access

BNB Chain released a self-custody guide as MiCA changed EU exchange access, pushing users to weigh wallets, DeFi, and platform risk in 2026.

📰 AVAX One starts CEO search as Avalanche treasury plan faces pressure 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 05:55 UTC AVAX One named Pete Wylie interim CEO after Jolie Kahn stepped down, as its Avalanche treasury strategy faces weak AVAX prices. ➤ AVAX One is searching for a new CEO following Jolie Kahn's departure, with COO Pete Wylie stepping in as interim CEO. ➤ The company's strategy, focused on accumulating AVAX and Bitcoin mining, is under pressure due to weak AVAX prices and broader market challenges for similar firms. ➤ The incoming CEO will face the task of navigating a volatile market for altcoin treasury stocks and digital asset holdings. #avaxone #avalanche #ceosearch #treasurystrategy #joliekahn #petewylie #digitalassets #bitcoinmining #avaxprice #stockperformance 🔗 Read more at:

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AVAX One starts CEO search as Avalanche treasury plan faces pressure

AVAX One named Pete Wylie interim CEO after Jolie Kahn stepped down, as its Avalanche treasury strategy faces weak AVAX prices.

📰 Amsterdam set to welcome thousands of Digital Assetprofessionals as Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 reveals theprogram 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 08:18 UTC - PR ROOM Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 Releases Full Summit Agenda as Europe’s Digital Asset Industry Gathers in AmsterdamWith less than a month to go, Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 has released the full agenda for its flagship summit, offering a clearer picture of the companies, institutions and industry leaders set to gather in Amsterdam this June. Taking place […] ➤ Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 is set to convene thousands of digital asset professionals in Amsterdam, featuring a comprehensive summit agenda focused on industry maturation. ➤ Key topics will include stablecoins, tokenization, institutional adoption, and European regulation, with participation from major companies like Visa, Mastercard, and Chainlink. ➤ The event highlights Amsterdam's growing role as a hub for digital assets within Europe's evolving regulatory landscape, emphasizing networking and business development. #dutchblockchainweek2026 #amsterdam #digitalassets #blockchain #tokenization #stablecoins #institutionaladoption #mica #europe #compliance 🔗 Read more at:

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Amsterdam set to welcome thousands of Digital Assetprofessionals as Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 reveals theprogram

Dutch Blockchain Week 2026 Releases Full Summit Agenda as Europe’s Digital Asset Industry Gathers in AmsterdamWith less than a month to go, Dutch...

📰 Bitcoin holders can now participate in a BTC covered call income strategy on Binance 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 08:20 UTC - Omkar Godbole The product, called BTC Yield, is designed exclusively for people who already hold bitcoin. ➤ Binance has launched a new product called 'BTC Yield' that allows Bitcoin holders to earn extra income through a systematic covered call strategy. ➤ This strategy involves selling BTC call options to generate premiums, which are then shared with users, offering a way to maximize returns without selling Bitcoin. ➤ While simplifying options trading for retail investors, the product carries risks, including potential limitations on upside during strong price rallies and no principal protection. #bitcoin #binance #btcyield #coveredcall #incomestrategy #options #yieldgeneration #blackrock #etf 🔗 Read more at:

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Bitcoin holders can now participate in a BTC covered call income strategy on Binance

The product, called BTC Yield, is designed exclusively for people who already hold bitcoin.

📰 Bitcoin Suisse Advances Middle East Expansion, Receives Financial Services Permission in Abu Dhabi 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 07:45 UTC Zug, Switzerland, 7th July 2026, Chainwire The post Bitcoin Suisse Advances Middle East Expansion, Receives Financial Services Permission in Abu Dhabi was initially published on Coincu. ➤ Bitcoin Suisse has received a Financial Services Permission (FSP) from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), enabling regulated institutional digital asset services in the UAE. ➤ This expansion into Abu Dhabi signifies Bitcoin Suisse's commitment to international growth and aims to leverage its decade of experience in crypto financial services for institutional and professional clients. ➤ The company plans to offer services including custody, trading, and potentially access to tokenized real-world assets, positioning itself as a key player in the UAE's dynamic digital asset ecosystem. #bitcoinsuisse #abudhabi #financialservicespermission #adgm #fsra #digitalassets #institutionalservices #uae #tokenizedrealworldassets #cryptofinancialservices 🔗 Read more at:

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Bitcoin Suisse Advances Middle East Expansion, Receives Financial Services Permission in Abu Dhabi

Zug, Switzerland, 7th July 2026, Chainwire The post Bitcoin Suisse Advances Middle East Expansion, Receives Financial Services Permission in Abu Dh...

📰 Two traders sue Polymarket over disputed resolution of Strategy bitcoin sale market 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 08:33 UTC Plaintiffs allege Polymarket wrongly resolved the market as "No" despite Strategy's SEC filing disclosing it sold 32 BTC between May 26 and May 31. ➤ Two traders are suing prediction market platform Polymarket for allegedly resolving a market related to Strategy's bitcoin sale incorrectly. ➤ The plaintiffs claim Polymarket changed the market's resolution rules after the fact, despite an SEC filing indicating Strategy sold 32 BTC. ➤ The lawsuit seeks damages and highlights Polymarket's record trading volume in June amidst the dispute. #polymarket #bitcoin #strategy #secfiling #lawsuit #predictionmarket #breachofcontract #deceptivepractices #umavote 🔗 Read more at:

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Two traders sue Polymarket over disputed resolution of Strategy bitcoin sale market

Plaintiffs allege Polymarket wrongly resolved the market as "No" despite Strategy's SEC filing disclosing it sold 32 BTC between May 26 and...

📰 XRP adoption in Japan is real — so why isn’t the price following? 🗓️ Jul 06 2026 19:29 UTC - CryptoNews While $XRP holders in the United States and Europe spend 2026 debating ETF flows and price charts, Japan has been quietly doing something no other country has managed: building a regulated, ➤ Japan is leading in regulated adoption of XRP Ledger technology, with SBI Ripple Asia issuing prepaid tokens, stablecoins, and tokenized bonds under national law. ➤ Despite significant operational progress and unique integrations like XRP dividends for shareholders, XRP's market price is not reflecting this utility, being driven by speculation and ETF flows. ➤ The model faces risks including key-man dependency on SBI's CEO and the challenge of exporting this unique regulatory and institutional setup to other jurisdictions. #xrpledger #japan #sbiholdings #prepaidtokens #stablecoin #tokenizedbonds #regulatoryapproval #paymentservicesact #xrpdividend #financialinfrastructure 🔗 Read more at:

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XRP adoption in Japan is real — so why isn’t the price following?

While $XRP holders in the United States and Europe spend 2026 debating ETF flows and price charts, Japan has been quietly doing something no other ...

📰 Kayan Announces US-Regulated ATS Sets August 3, 2026 Listing Date 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 05:04 UTC - markets.businessinsider.com PARIS, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the world’s leading AI summit in Paris, France, bringing together 9,000 AI leaders, C-suite executiv... ➤ Kayan Project and Veea Solutions announced that the $KYN token and associated commodity tokens will list on the Panoptes PBC marketplace, a U.S.-regulated ATS, on August 3, 2026. ➤ This listing aims to tokenize natural capital at institutional scale, using AI to fund conservation efforts and uplift local communities in Indonesia. ➤ The Panoptes marketplace, powered by Synova Global, is designed for high-performance trading of tokenized real-world assets, with a focus on continuous verification of physical assets. #kayanproject #tokenizednaturalcapital #panoptespbc #atsmarketplace #august32026 #aisummit #veeasolutions #commoditytokens #carboncredits #biodiversitycredits 🔗 Read more at:

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Kayan Announces US-Regulated ATS Sets August 3, 2026 Listing Date

PARIS, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the world’s leading AI summit in Paris, France, bringing together 9,000 AI leaders, C-suite executi...

📰 Securitize eyes acquisitions with $400 million war chest after going public, CEO says 🗓️ Jul 06 2026 14:53 UTC - CryptoNews Securitize (SECZ) plans to use its newly-strengthened balance sheet to pursue acquisitions to expand its tokenization business following its public listing, CEO Carlos Domingo told ➤ Securitize, a major RWA infrastructure provider, plans to pursue acquisitions after raising over $400 million through its recent public listing. ➤ The company aims to expand its tokenization business by acquiring adjacent services, not direct competitors, to become a one-stop shop for institutional clients. ➤ The article highlights the rapid growth of the tokenization market, particularly in public markets, with significant projections for future market size. #securitize #tokenization #acquisitions #spacmerger #blackrock #tokenizedtreasuries #publicmarkets #institutionalclients #growthcapital 🔗 Read more at:

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Securitize eyes acquisitions with $400 million war chest after going public, CEO says

Securitize (SECZ) plans to use its newly-strengthened balance sheet to pursue acquisitions to expand its tokenization business following its public...

📰 Securitize Tokenizes Own Public Stock Alongside NYSE Listing 🗓️ Jul 02 2026 19:39 UTC - Shanny Basar SECZ becomes the world’s largest tokenized stock at launch. ➤ Securitize has successfully tokenized its own public stock (SECZ) on the Solana and Avalanche blockchains on the same day it began trading on the NYSE. ➤ This move positions Securitize as the first newly public company to bring its stock on-chain at launch, aiming to serve as a blueprint for other public companies. ➤ The company emphasizes its commitment to regulated infrastructure, aiming to lead the mainstream adoption of tokenized securities through its vertically integrated platform. #securitize #tokenizedstock #secz #nyselisting #solana #avalanche #blockchain #publiccompanies #shareholders #capitalmarkets 🔗 Read more at:

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Securitize Tokenizes Own Public Stock Alongside NYSE Listing

SECZ becomes the world’s largest tokenized stock at launch.

📰 The White House is still figuring out how a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve actually works 🗓️ Jul 06 2026 19:31 UTC - Editorial Team ➤ The Trump administration is developing a structure for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, holding approximately 198,000 BTC from seized assets. ➤ The focus is on operational details like custody and governance, with no taxpayer funds used for acquisition. ➤ Legislative efforts, such as the BITCOIN Act, aim to provide a statutory foundation for the reserve, signaling institutional endorsement. #strategicbitcoinreserve #trumpadministration #seizedassets #treasurydepartment #executiveorder #bitcoincustody #legislativemomentum #bitcoinact #credibilitysignal #institutionalendorsement 🔗 Read more at:

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The White House is still figuring out how a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve actually works

The Trump administration is developing a structure for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, holding approximately 198,000 BTC from seized assets.,The focus...

📰 Solana Transactions Double Since January | MEXC News 🗓️ Jul 06 2026 00:00 UTC ➤ Solana's on-chain transaction volume has more than doubled since the start of the year, indicating significant growth in network activity and user adoption. ➤ This surge is driven by increased usage in DeFi, AI applications, tokenized assets, gaming, and payments, supported by low transaction costs and expanding developer activity. ➤ The growth signifies a broader industry trend towards utility and real-world applications on blockchain networks, attracting institutional interest. #solana #transactions #networkactivity #defi #tokenizedassets #stablecoins #institutionaladoption #developeractivity #transactioncosts #aiapplications 🔗 Read more at:

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Solana Transactions Double Since January | MEXC News

Solana's on-chain transaction volume has more than doubled since the start of the year, indicating significant growth in network activity and user ...

📰 Circle (CRCL) Stock Climbs 4% as USDC Stablecoin Captures 70% of Record Market Volume 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 07:55 UTC - Trader Edge Circle (CRCL) stock climbed 4% after USDC recorded $1.21T in June volume, doubling Tether's performance. ARK bought $17.8M amid mixed analyst sentiment. ➤ Circle's USDC stablecoin achieved record transaction volume in June 2026, processing $1.21 trillion and capturing 67-70% of the stablecoin market. ➤ This surge in volume led to a 4% increase in Circle's stock price (CRCL), with ARK Invest purchasing $17.8 million in shares, contrasting with some analyst caution. ➤ Despite concerns about a new competitor (OUSD), technical indicators suggest potential for further bullish momentum if CRCL surpasses key resistance levels. #usdc #circle #stablecoin #marketvolume #tether #arkinvest #crclstock #transactionvolume #institutionaladoption #ousd 🔗 Read more at:

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Circle (CRCL) Stock Climbs 4% as USDC Stablecoin Captures 70% of Record Market Volume

Circle (CRCL) stock climbed 4% after USDC recorded $1.21T in June volume, doubling Tether's performance. ARK bought $17.8M amid mixed analyst senti...

📰 Fixed income is key to Hong Kong's next chapter as IFC, SFC says 🗓️ Jul 07 2026 07:58 UTC - Gloria Leung Hong Kong has a highly successful equity market but lags in fixed income, hindering its goal of becoming a leading Fixed Income and Currency (FIC) center, said Eric Yip, executive director of the Securities and Futures Commission. ➤ Hong Kong aims to become a leading Fixed Income and Currency (FIC) center by strengthening its lagging fixed income market, which is currently overshadowed by its successful equity market. ➤ Key initiatives include enhancing connectivity with mainland China's bond market, adopting international best practices, and leveraging technology like AI and tokenization. ➤ Developments include streamlining listing rules, expanding Bond Connect, and transforming the Central Moneymarkets Unit into a multi-asset Central Securities Depository to boost liquidity and cross-border services. #hongkong #fixedincome #securitiesandfuturescommission #bondconnect #hkex #china #offshoreyuan #tokenization #centralsecuritiesdepository #derivatives 🔗 Read more at:

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Fixed income is key to Hong Kong's next chapter as IFC, SFC says

Hong Kong has a highly successful equity market but lags in fixed income, hindering its goal of becoming a leading Fixed Income and Currency (FIC) ...