Individual investors hold 66.1% of bitcoin’s total supply, dwarfing the 7.8% held by businesses and the 7.2% sitting in funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to asset manager Bitwise. Retail Still Owns This Market The breakdown, shared Monday by Bitwise and circulated by crypto media, is based on public wallet data, onchain analysis and disclosures […]
Binance.US chief executive Stephen Gregory says the exchange is back in growth mode after a two-year “hibernation” brought on by the regulatory storm around the wider Binance brand. From Hibernation to Growth Mode Gregory laid out the plan for the firm’s comeback bid in a recent interview. Binance.US once held roughly 20% of American crypto […]
Crypto’s appetite for high-stakes bets was on full display Monday as shares of Eric Trump’s American Bitcoin collapsed 95% from their peak, erasing more than $600 million from his stake. Simultaneously, two traders squared off onchain with $107 million in opposing leveraged ether positions. A 95% Collapse in the Trump Family’s Mining Bet American Bitcoin […]
A bitcoin address that sat untouched for seven years moved 2,931 BTC worth $188 million to a new wallet on Sunday. Hours later, onchain analysts flagged a separate whale that has now converted 17,385 ETH, roughly $31 million, into 496.3 BTC. A Seven-Year Slumber Ends With a 10x Gain Lookonchain, which monitors large onchain movements, […]
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act faces a decisive stretch as the U.S. Senate returns from recess on Monday with roughly 20 working days left before the Aug. 7 break. The coming days should bring “further clarity” on the bill’s status alongside fresh inflation data and Federal Reserve speeches. A Crowded Calendar of Data, Fed […]
Blackrock now manages $2.93 billion in tokenized assets onchain, with Ethereum leading the pack ahead of Avalanche, Solana, and BNB Chain. A Multichain Footprint Anchored by BUIDL The bulk of Blackrock’s onchain assets sit in the Blackrock USD Institutional Digital Liquidity Fund (BUIDL), the tokenized money market fund it launched with issuance platform Securitize in […]
Michael Saylor posted his signature orange-dot bitcoin chart after Strategy sold 3,588 BTC for $216 million, reigniting a familiar signal while casting fresh doubt over whether another buy is imminent or if the strategy itself is turning. The Orange Dots Return After Strategy Breaks Its Old Pattern On July 12, Michael Saylor posted his widely […]
This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week with a comment on each story As of early Friday morning, Bitcoin has held […]
For a brief stretch this year, the market seemed willing to believe that every megawatt with a fence around it could become an AI factory. This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, a weekly newsletter by BlocksBridge Consulting, curating the latest news in energy, bitcoin, and AI compute from The Energy Mag. Subscribe to receive […]
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, Tether backs Mercado Bitcoin with $10 million, Brazilian police attack an illegal crypto betting ring, and the 24-hour hold period for stablecoin transactions is contested in Brazil. Tether Expands Its Footprint in Latin […]
U.S. spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ended July 10 holding $996.65 million in combined net assets, just $3.35 million shy of the $1 billion milestone. Lifetime inflows stand at $1.48 billion even as weekly has momentum stalled. Approaching A Major Milestone Spot XRP ETFs trading in the United States recorded $107,400 in combined net inflows […]
Blockchain security firm Peckshield says an apparent exploit of the Hedera network has seen $5.25 million in stolen funds bridged to Ethereum. The attacker’s wallet, first funded through the crypto mixer Tornado Cash, holds roughly $5.25 million in ether and wrapped bitcoin. The Numbers Are Finally Starting To Emerge Peckshield reported that the Hedera network […]
A report by BitMEX reveals that perpetual swap funding rate disparities are driven by deep structural mechanics rather than simple short-term market sentiment. The Impact of Collateral Choice A new report by derivatives exchange BitMEX challenges the conventional wisdom that funding rates are merely a direct reflection of short-term market sentiment. It highlights how deep […]
Brazil’s Finance Ministry is imposing the strictest advertising regime yet on the country’s licensed betting operators, mandating cigarette-style health warnings on every ad, banning pundits and influencers from nudging viewers toward wagers, and threatening fines of up to 20% of revenue – with the rules taking effect July 17, mid-World Cup, as bet-saturated tournament broadcasts […]
Cryptoquant founder and CEO Ki Young Ju told bitcoin holders that “some bullish Bitcoin opium is coming in the next few months,” urging investors to endure the bear market just a little while longer. A Statement of Hope The head of the onchain analytics firm delivered the message in his signature aphoristic style, writing on […]
Onchain analytics firm Lookonchain says a trader who spent just $69 on Cash Cat (CASHCAT) sold his 20 million tokens for $711, weeks before the Robinhood Chain meme coin’s vertical rally would have made the same stash worth more than $2.7 million. Meme Frenzy Continues The wallet spent 0.04 ETH, about $69, to buy 20 […]
Geneva, Switzerland, July 10, 2026 — TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), announced today that the total circulating supply of USDT on the TRON blockchain has exceeded $90 billion. The milestone further strengthens TRON’s position as a leading network for USDT […]
XRP is flashing several warning signs as key market indicators continue to weaken. Market signals suggest deeper changes in momentum and liquidity. The full picture reveals why this moment could be important. Why Are XRP Traders Stepping Back From the Market? Cryptoquant shared two analyses on July 9 that point to continued selling pressure, with […]
Bitcoin traded near $62,743 on Thursday morning at 8 a.m. EDT, up 1.0% over the past 24 hours as the asset consolidated inside a $61,507 to $63,116 range. Short-term technical readings point to consolidation, while longer-term moving averages continue to signal a corrective phase across the one-hour, four-hour, and daily charts. Hourly Chart Shows Tight, […]
Hyundai Motor America converted $20,000 into stablecoins and transferred them to Hyundai Motor Mexico, where they were exchanged back into U.S. dollars. Shaving Hours off Transaction Times Hyundai Card successfully tested stablecoin-based cross-border payments between Hyundai Motor Group subsidiaries in North America, slashing transaction times from hours to minutes, the card issuer recently disclosed. The […]
Crypto ETF flows split sharply on Wed., July 8, as bitcoin ETFs returned to outflows with an $84.9 million exit. Ether ETFs remained the clear bright spot, drawing $70.5 million for a fifth straight day of inflows, while HYPE stayed positive and both solana and XRP funds moved lower. Grayscale’s GBTC Leads $84.9 Million Bitcoin […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceXAI and code editor Cursor plan to release their first jointly built AI model as soon as Wednesday, according to an internal memo. Preparing For Launch, No Pun Intended SpaceXAI, the artificial intelligence (AI) arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, is preparing to release its first jointly developed AI model with Cursor as soon […]
Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction market, has enabled instant bitcoin deposits over the Lightning Network, with new rails powered by the Spark protocol crediting funds in under one second. Opening up New Avenues Polymarket has switched on instant bitcoin deposits via the Lightning Network, a payments layer built on top of the Bitcoin network (powered […]
Russia’s State Duma Financial Markets Committee has approved the final version of the country’s landmark crypto bill, dropping mandatory wallet-address reporting and clearing the way for a second reading. A Major Reform Is Underway Russia’s parliamentary Committee on Financial Markets has approved the final version of the country’s sweeping digital currency bill, clearing the path […]
President Trump’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve has hit a jurisdictional snag, with the Treasury and Commerce departments vying over who should manage the government’s more than 300,000 BTC. A Turf War Inside the Administration More than a year after President Donald Trump signed a March 2025 executive order creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, the project remains […]
Bitcoin’s realized profit and loss ratio has fallen to -0.35, a 43-month low last seen after FTX’s collapse, flashing what Cryptoquant calls a bottom signal just as Michael Saylor’s Strategy turns seller. A Loss Gauge at FTX-Era Depths Blockchain analytics platform Cryptoquant has spotted a signal that bitcoin bulls have been waiting months for. The […]
Strategy sold 3,588 bitcoin for $216 million to cover dividend payments on its preferred stock, according to a Monday morning post from co-founder Michael Saylor. The sale brings Strategy’s bitcoin reserve down to 843,775 BTC as of July 5, 2026. The company also holds $2.55 billion in cash reserves, Saylor remarked. Saylor confirmed the money […]
Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has admitted two more cryptocurrency firms—GIGX Technologies and Kucoin Nigeria Limited—into its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Program (ARIP). Expanding the Sandbox Nigeria’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has admitted two additional virtual asset service providers (VASPs) into its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Program (ARIP), following the recent entry of Luno Nigeria […]
Coinbase came under fire after an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated alert told users Norway had beaten Brazil 3-2 in a World Cup knockout match that had not yet been played. A Major Goof up Coinbase declared that Norway had defeated Brazil 3-2 with striker Erling Haaland scoring twice. The problem was that the match, scheduled for […]
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage reportedly faces formal parliamentary standards complaints following a report alleging he failed to declare significant financial support from a convicted crypto gambling entrepreneur. Secret Funding Allegations Reform UK party leader Nigel Farage faces formal complaints to a parliamentary standards watchdog following media disclosures alleging he failed to declare extensive financial […]
Michael Saylor posted a fresh orange dot bitcoin chart Sunday, putting attention back on whether Strategy will announce another bitcoin purchase. The post follows last week’s $2.55 billion reserve shield and bitcoin monetization plan. Saylor’s Orange Dot Chart Points Back to Strategy’s Bitcoin Stack On July 5, Strategy (Nasdaq: MSTR) Executive Chairman Michael Saylor posted […]
This editorial is from this week’s edition of the newsletter Week in Review, sent to subscribers on Friday. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished. The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week with a comment on each story. The stock market pushed higher once again this […]
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compilation of the most relevant crypto news from Latin America over the past week. In this edition, Brazil moves VASPs to the same regulatory class as traditional brokerages, OKX launches an earthquake relief campaign for Venezuelans, and Bolivia abandons fixed dollar exchange rate. Same Risk, Same Rules: Brazil to Regulate […]
Nearly 1 million investors, or roughly two-thirds of investors who purchased President Donald Trump’s branded TRUMP memecoin have lost a combined $3.81 billion through the end of June. Massive Losses for Retail Buyers Nearly 1 million investors who bought President Donald Trump’s memecoin have lost money, according to The New York Times, citing cryptocurrency analytics […]
Crypto trader Ansem’s portfolio has gained more than $193 million in a single week on the back of his namesake ANSEM meme coin, per Lookonchain. The same firm flagged an airdrop recipient who left $2.38 million on the table by selling early. A Namesake Token Mints a Nine-Figure Week Lookonchain, a firm that traces wallet […]
Robinhood deepened its onchain push with the launch of Robinhood Chain, while Metaplanet expanded its bitcoin treasury to 43,000 BTC. Grayscale then outlined two possible paths out of bitcoin’s bear market as key catalysts approach, and Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong tied crypto more directly to America’s debt and monetary problems. Metamask also entered the yield-and-payments […]
Real-world asset tokenization has moved beyond the question of whether assets can be brought onchain. According to RWA Inc founder and CEO Kevin Yunai, the next challenge is turning those assets into liquid, compliant, and productive financial instruments. Tokenized Assets Must Become Tradable to Unlock Real Value The real-world asset ( RWA) sector has spent […]
THEA has raised $8 million in strategic funding to expand its behavioral AI infrastructure and develop Thea Network. The project aims to create a trust-minimized settlement layer for AI services, using off-chain compute, Solana anchoring and zero-knowledge proofs. Maven 11 and Spartan Back THEA’s $8 Million Push Into AI Settlement Infrastructure THEA has closed an […]
Crypto’s largest exchange logged more than 166,000 ether withdrawal transactions in a single day, a three-year record, just as bitcoin miner Riot Platforms moved 500 BTC worth $30.72 million into NYDIG custody. A Record Day for Ether Withdrawals Binance processed more than 166,000 ether withdrawal transactions in a single day, the highest count in over […]
President Donald Trump has brushed off ethics concerns over the at least $1.4 billion his family ventures earned from crypto in 2025, insisting there is “nothing illegal” about the haul. He also said he does not track the details of the profits. Trump Waves Off Conflict Questions President Donald Trump on July 2 defended the […]
Michael Saylor used a Goldman Sachs digital-assets conference in London to argue that bitcoin’s next phase is “digital credit,” a market he says has swelled past $11 billion in a year. His firm, Strategy, now holds 847,363 BTC. Saylor Brings Bitcoin to Goldman’s Table Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR), used a […]
Bitcoin climbed to $61,211 early Thursday, a rebound of more than 5% off its 24-hour low. The move puts price back near the top of its daily range as short-term momentum indicators turn bullish while longer-term averages keep sellers in control. Bitcoin Fights Back After the June Selloff The bounce follows a pullback that traders […]
Centralized crypto lending loan books fell 6% in Q1 2026 to $23.3 billion, marking the sector’s first quarterly contraction since Q3 2024. Tether remains dominant, but Maple, Nexo and Coinbase gained share as Galaxy and Ledn saw the steepest pullbacks. CeFi Crypto Lending Falls 6% as Maple, Nexo and Coinbase Gain Market Share Centralized finance […]
Crypto ETF flows remained uneven on Wednesday, July 1, as bitcoin funds posted a $294.62 million outflow, extending their redemption streak to 10 trading days. Ether, HYPE and solana ETFs drew fresh inflows, while XRP products slipped into the red. Ether ETFs Add $14.9 Million as Bitcoin Funds Extend 10 Straight Days of Outflows The […]
French Minister of the Interior Laurent Nuñez announced a new security plan to protect cryptocurrency professionals following a sharp rise in violent crimes targeting the sector. French Minister Seeks to Reassure Industry French authorities are rolling out an expanded security initiative to counter a sharp rise in violent crimes targeting cryptocurrency professionals. Interior Minister Laurent […]
The Tron network set fresh usage records in June, with Lookonchain reporting that the ecosystem recently surpassed 385 million total transactions and 26.9 million wallet addresses as its stablecoin-driven activity has accelerated. A Record Month for Network Activity Onchain data showed the network reaching new all-time highs in June 2026, with figures circulated by analytics […]
The cryptocurrency industry has spent $189 million influencing the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, making it the single largest source of corporate political money in the country. Crypto Outspends Its Entire 2024 War Chest The figure already exceeds the roughly $170 million the industry deployed across the entire 2024 election cycle, Public Citizen said. Crypto now […]
Nearly 1,700 UK investors have filed a £150 million (nearly $200 million) claim against Binance and founder Changpeng Zhao in London’s High Court, alleging the exchange sold them high-risk crypto derivatives it was never authorized to offer. A Decade-Old Marketing Push Under Scrutiny The claimants allege that Binance began marketing complex leveraged derivative products to […]
President Donald Trump reported at least $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency-related earnings for 2025 in his latest federal financial disclosure, with memecoin royalties and token sales from his family’s crypto venture driving the bulk of the haul. A Record Crypto Payday in Trump’s First Year Back in Office The figures cover 2025, the first year of […]
XRP is holding above the $1 mark even as its price action has stalled, with daily active addresses up roughly 72% in two weeks and derivatives leverage draining out of the market. Onchain Activity Heats Up XRP is clinging to $1 support, but the quiet in its price masks a pickup in network use. Daily […]