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Cointelegraph moderated an AI funding panel at the Web Summit conference in Vancouver, Canada. The convergence between blockchain technology and artificial intelligence is intensifying, with key industry figures like Ben Goertzel convinced that AI should be decentralized.  This convergence was even highlighted by the World Economic Forum, which argued in 2024 that “Synergies between spatial computing, blockchain and AI will augment our experiences and increasingly guide our interactions with the digital world.” Prominent crypto venture capitalist Marc Andreessen believes control over AI is a top strategic priority for China and the United States, as the two nations enter a “Cold War-style” race for technological dominance. Read more

AI-powered deepfakes breached crypto influencer Mai Fujimoto’s accounts; CZ warns even video calls won’t guarantee safety soon.

The SEC likely views cryptocurrencies Litecoin, Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, Cardano and others as “commodities.” The likelihood of US regulators approving a wave of crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is now a near certainty, signaling a continued pro-crypto shift at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), according to Bloomberg analysts Erich Balchunas and James Seyffart. In a social media post on Friday, Seffart said he and Balchunas have raised their odds for the vast majority of crypto ETF approvals to “90% or higher,” citing “very positive” engagement from the SEC. The analysts also suggested that the SEC “likely” views cryptocurrencies such as Litecoin (LTC), Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP), and Dogecoin (DOGE) as commodities — a designation that would place them outside of its immediate jurisdiction. Read more

The government said it will "explore the possibility of temporarily prohibiting the establishment of new data centers in Norway that extract cryptocurrency."

The latest reported “wrench attack,” in which criminals targeted individuals for their crypto holdings, occurred in the suburbs of Paris this week. France has reportedly seen another incident targeting cryptocurrency users, this time involving the kidnapping of a 23-year-old man in a Paris suburb. According to a Thursday report from French news outlet Le Parisien, the victim was abducted in Maisons-Alfort and held captive for several hours while the perpetrators demanded his partner to turn over 5,000 euros ($5,764) in cash, along with the key to a Ledger hardware wallet containing an unreported amount of crypto. The report suggested that the criminals used violence to extract information regarding his digital assets. Read more

Speaking in Kyiv, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has questioned the need for a retail Digital Pound, citing unclear benefits, while confirming that wholesale CBDC work for financial institutions has advanced and pondering whether strict bank regulation has increased risk in non-bank sectors. The post BOE Governor’s Skepticism Threatens Digital Pound Timeline Amid Global CBDC Race appeared first on Cryptonews.

Jasper County Sheriff Chuck Havard told Decrypt that authorities have likely accessed the machines before.

Thailand has proposed updated listing standards that permit exchanges to list their own or affiliated tokens when used on-chain, provided issuers and related parties are fully disclosed. Exchanges would update legacy token data within 90 days, supporting market integrity and investor safeguards. The post Thailand SEC Opens Consultation on Exchange-Issued Tokens, July 21 Feedback Deadline appeared first on Cryptonews.

Coinbase, the largest US-based exchange, has taken a major step in its global expansion by securing approval under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, according to a June 20 statement. The exchange confirmed that Luxembourg’s financial watchdog, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), granted it the necessary license to operate across the […] The post Coinbase secures MiCA approval, shifts headquarters to Luxembourg appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Norway has indicated a policy shift by proposing a temporary ban, effective autumn 2025, on constructing new power-intensive cryptocurrency mining data centres. Officials say the step preserves renewable electricity for job-creating industries and supports national climate goals. The post Norway Plans 2025 Ban on Power-Hungry Crypto Mining Centers – Industry on Edge appeared first on Cryptonews.

The sharp reversal from above $106,000 wiped out early optimism, with bulls and bears mostly continuing in a stalemate.

SOL has traded near $142 in a make-or-break range as corporate treasuries have pivoted to Solana, seven asset managers have filed spot ETF bids with 91% approval odds, and tomorrow’s “Solana Summer” launch has sharpened focus on a climb toward $200. The post SOL Set for $200 Breakout as ETF Odds Hit 91% and ‘Solana Summer’ Begins appeared first on Cryptonews.

The commission evaluated more than 10 blockchains, including Ethereum, Avalanche, Sui, Stellar and Polygon. The Wyoming Stable Token Commission has shortlisted Aptos and Sei for its stablecoin pilot program, giving Aptos the highest score among the more than 10 blockchains considered for its forthcoming WYST project. Aptos disclosed Friday that it received the highest marks based on the commission’s network testing, scoring 32 points. Solana received an identical score of 32 points, though it was not selected for the pilot phase. Sei, meanwhile, scored 30 points, ahead of Avalanche (27), Ethereum (26), Base (25) and Algorand (21), among others. Read more

While Bitcoin dozes near $103K, Bitcoin Cash and Bitcoin SV are on the rise, upstaging the flagship coin as traders chase double-digit gains.

Bitcoin (BTC) fell to its lowest price this month on June 20, triggering $464 million in liquidations across cryptocurrency markets as geopolitical jitters and heavy selling pressure rattled traders. Bitcoin dropped to a low of $102,225, reversing the gains recorded earlier in the day after failing to break through resistance above $106,000. Data from Coinglass […] The post Bitcoin falls to monthly lows triggering $464 million in liquidations amid global market jitters appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Bitcoin’s sell-off is accelerating, and most altcoins are following BTC’s path. Will traders buy the dips? Key points: Bitcoin remains stuck in a range, with traders’ expectations divided about the direction of the next significant move. Several major altcoins are showing weakness, suggesting that a wider trend reversal could be at play. Read more

Coinbase joins other exchanges such as OKX and Bybit that have secured MiCA licenses in a bid to take advantage of regulatory clarity in Europe. Coinbase has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) license from the Luxembourg Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier, which enables the exchange to offer crypto products across European Union countries. The move signals mounting competition in the European crypto market, where other exchanges have also been pursuing registrations. OKX and Crypto.com secured MiCA licenses in January, followed by Bybit in May. Gemini is also on track to obtain a license in the region, according to a Reuters report. Coinbase has named Luxembourg as its new European headquarters, citing the country’s reputation as a progressive financial center in Western Europe. Bordered by Belgium, France and Germany, the country has been gradually advancing crypto regulations since 2019. Read more

TON has held the $3 threshold amid accelerating NFT growth, with BAYC bringing an official sticker pack to Telegram and Plush Pepe fetching $73,000 transactions. The blockchain has processed over 2 million NFT sales worth $300 million, outperforming Ethereum and Solana on its busiest day. The post BAYC and Pudgy Penguins Launch on TON, Making it the #1 NFT Blockchain – Is $5 Toncoin Coming? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Based on close readings of World Liberty Financial's website disclosures, the family of President Donald Trump may have dropped out of its majority holding.

Over 28% of Ether’s supply is now locked, signaling tightening liquidity conditions, as more Nasdaq-listed companies establish corporate crypto reserves. Despite another week of downside for the cryptocurrency market, the staked Ether supply reached a new all-time high, meaning over 28% of the token’s supply is now locked in exchange for passive income. A growing staked Ether (ETH) supply indicates that more investors are preparing to hold their tokens, instead of selling at current prices. Meanwhile, publicly-traded companies continue establishing corporate cryptocurrency reserves, signaling increased institutional adoption of digital assets beyond Bitcoin (BTC). Read more