Crypto

Binance's FIU froze millions in crypto and mapped financial flows, which helped in the takedown of the global drug marketplace.

BTC miners continue to face economic headwinds and challenges, including gradually rising computational requirements to mine blocks. Bitcoin's (BTC) mining difficulty fell slightly on Saturday after hitting an all-time high of 126.9 trillion on May 31 at the start of the previous difficulty adjustment period. The Bitcoin mining difficulty level currently stands at roughly 126.4 trillion, according to data from CryptoQuant. Higher mining difficulty and network hashrate, which is a separate but related measure of the total computing power securing the Bitcoin protocol, both translate into increased miner competition and higher production costs. Read more

Ether is staying above $2,500 days after being called a foundational asset for a global, on-chain financial system and a major opportunity for institutions.

Bitcoin integrations are growing across the Sui network, providing more use cases for BTC holders. Here's how BTCfi works on Sui.

Think Anthropic’s Claude AI isn’t worth the subscription? These five advanced prompts unlock its power—delivering expert-grade investment reports, lab result analysis, travel plans, and more.

Bitcoin trades above $105,000 even as the threat of war looms in the Middle East. HYPE, BCH, AAVE and OKB could also catch a bid if BTC holds its current range. Key points: A week of solid inflows into the spot Bitcoin ETFs improves the prospects of a rally toward $110,000. HYPE, BCH, AAVE, and OKB could march higher if Bitcoin sustains above $105,000. Read more

DOJ cracks $36.9M crypto fraud; scammers used social media to lure victims, laundering money overseas through shell companies and USDT.

As geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel escalate once again, global risk appetite is taking a hit. These conflicts often inject short-term volatility across traditional and crypto markets, and Ethereum is no exception. While ETH has held relatively steady above $2,500 in recent weeks, the growing fear in macro markets is beginning to surface in […]

Bitget says that $4.6 billion in crypto was lost to scams in 2024, with much of that attributed to AI-generated deepfakes.

Welcome to Slate Sundays, CryptoSlate’s new weekly feature showcasing in-depth interviews, expert analysis, and thought-provoking op-eds that go beyond the headlines to explore the ideas and voices shaping the future of crypto. Alon Muroch is a man on a mission. As the founder of SSV Labs, which contributes to the second-largest Ethereum staking infra provider, SSV […] The post Ethereum at a crossroads: SSV founder Alon Muroch on the ‘dangerous’ divergence affecting crypto’s number 2 coin appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Trump ally Chris LaCivita said at Coinbase’s Crypto Summit that the Republican Party recognized the importance of the crypto community.

The following is a guest post and analysis from Trevor Koverko, Co-Founder at Sapien. The emergence of internet-enabled tech has transformed global trade and economics, as citizens, governments, and companies participate in borderless exchanges. Subsequently, data has become the lifeblood and primary fuel of businesses and societies worldwide, driving economic growth through shared values. In […] The post Data sovereignty can redefine the global economic markets appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor hinted the company would purchase more Bitcoin on Monday when traditional financial markets open. Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor posted the Bitcoin (BTC) chart signaling an impending BTC purchase by the company, despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which could rattle global financial markets when they open on Monday. The company's most recent Bitcoin buy occurred on June 9, with a relatively small purchase of 1,045 BTC, valued at approximately $110 million, bringing Strategy's total holdings to 582,000 BTC. Data from SaylorTracker shows that Strategy is up over 50% on its investment. This translates to over $20 billion in unrealized capital gains in fiat terms. Read more

Stablecoin market cap has grown 17% year-to-date, increasing by $33 billion to a record $228 billion, with USDT and USDC driving the growth.

XRP dipped 2.6% this week amid legal uncertainty and market caution. Is a rebound near $2.20 possible? See key levels & what traders should watch next. The post XRP Price Prediction: Down 2.6% This Week – Is a Reversal Brewing for XRP? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Traditional stocks are old news. Now, companies are launching meme coins to fund or market their businesses.

Despite crypto's rapid growth and decentralized ideals, its liquidity remains fragmented and fragile — mirroring traditional finance's hidden risks and exposing the market to sudden shocks when sentiment shifts. Opinion by: Arthur Azizov, Founder and Investor at B2 Ventures Despite its decentralized nature and big promises, cryptocurrency is still a currency. Like all currencies, it cannot escape the realities of today’s market dynamics. As the crypto market develops, it starts mirroring the life cycle of traditional financial tools. The illusion of liquidity is one of the most pressing and, surprisingly, less addressed issues that stem from the market’s evolution. Read more

Ethereum price holds at $2,540; whale buys $127M, technical support builds. Learn what that means for ETH’s short-term and long-term price path. The post Ethereum Price Prediction: Investor Snaps Up $127 Million in ETH – Contrarian Play? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin’s potential as a store-of-value asset now extends beyond the gold market, according to Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley. The post Forget Just Gold, Bitcoin Is Coming for $30T Bond Market Too: Bitwise CEO appeared first on Cryptonews.

Even amid smash AAA games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Mario Kart World, indie gems keep stealing the spotlight so far this year.