Crypto

NYDIG Research said playing the low volatility through BTC options might yield a "relatively inexpensive" trade for directional traders.

Claimed ownership of cryptocurrency is more common than people think, and a growing number of institutions are working on blockchain initiatives.

DOGE is down by over 1.5% in the past day.

Bitcoin’s at $105,296 as stablecoin buzz shifts focus. Rising trendline support and MACD hint at a breakout above $107K or dip to $102K, see key levels. The post Bitcoin Price Prediction: BTC Approaches Key Inflection Point – What’s Next? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Russian intelligence agencies are increasingly relying on Bitcoin to fund covert operations across Europe, including the recruitment of teenagers as spies. The post Russia Paid Teenage Spies in Bitcoin, Blockchain Forensics Reveal appeared first on Cryptonews.

The success of BlackRock's spot Bitcoin fund reflects not only the company's brand recognition but also the embrace by investors, including financial advisors.

Bitcoin holders are using crypto-backed loans to buy real estate without selling their BTC, avoiding capital gains taxes while staying exposed to upside. Bitcoin holders leverage crypto-backed loans to buy real estate without selling a single sat while sidestepping capital gains taxes. The emerging trend is gaining momentum among early crypto adopters, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals who are “Bitcoin wealthy” but often don’t meet the traditional criteria for real estate financing, Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder of Ledn, told Cointelegraph. Bitcoin-backed lending models allow borrowers to leverage their crypto without divesting. Since taking a loan doesn’t typically count as a taxable event, clients can access liquidity while retaining upside exposure. Read more

Taiwan has intensified its technology export controls by blacklisting two of China’s foremost semiconductor companies, Huawei Technologies and Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), amid escalating tensions in the global tech sector.  The updated Strategic High-Tech Commodities Entity List, released by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs, now includes both firms along with several of their subsidiaries, […] The post Taiwan tightens semiconductor export controls on Huawei and SMIC amid US-China tech rivalry appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The following is a guest post and opinion from J.D. Seraphine, Founder and CEO of Raiinmaker. X’s Grok AI cannot seem to stop talking about “white genocide” in South Africa; ChatGPT has become a sycophant. We have entered an era where AI isn’t just repeating human knowledge that already exists—it seems to be rewriting it. […] The post AI is reinventing reality. Who is keeping it honest? appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Shiba Inu's burn rate surged to 112,000% early this week, permanently removing 116 million tokens from circulation.

To stake Solana (SOL) in 2025, use a compatible wallet like Phantom, choose a validator, and delegate your SOL in just a few clicks. Staking Solana allows you to earn passive income through staking rewards while participating in network governance. There is no minimum requirement for staking Solana, but the practical minimum is around 0.01 SOL. All you need to start staking Solana is a SOL-compatible wallet. Read more

From golden crosses to ascending wedges, Bitcoin traders are increasingly optimistic on the future of Bitcoin price action, even as the market tracks sideways. Key points: Bitcoin traders eye new all-time highs, which include $270,000 by October. The bull run is far from over, they agree, with BTC price due a major comeback. Read more

Vietnam has passed a sweeping digital technology law that legalizes crypto assets and outlines incentives for AI, semiconductors and infrastructure. The National Assembly of Vietnam approved the Law on Digital Technology Industry on June 14, bringing digital assets under regulatory oversight. The legislation, set to take effect on Jan. 1, 2026, recognizes crypto assets and lays the groundwork for broader digital innovation across the country, according to reports from local media outlets. The law classifies digital assets into two categories: virtual assets and crypto assets. While both rely on encryption or digital technologies for validation and transfer, neither includes securities, digital fiat currencies or other financial instruments. Read more

AB is today's top gainer and it has entered the largest 100 alts by market cap.

US President Donald Trump disclosed over $600 million in earnings from a mix of cryptocurrency ventures, real estate assets, and branded merchandise. The post Trump’s Crypto Bet Pays Off: Over $600M Reported in 2024 Earnings appeared first on Cryptonews.

Fiat-pegged assets or stablecoins are the future of money, according to a recent report by American crypto exchange Coinbase. 

Brazil scraps crypto tax exemption for small traders, enforces flat 17.5% rate across all gains, including self-custody and offshore holdings. Brazil has ended its tax exemption for small-scale crypto profits, introducing a 17.5% flat rate on all capital gains from digital assets. The new rule was announced under Provisional Measure 1303 as part of the government’s push to raise revenue through financial market taxation. Until now, Brazilian residents who sold up to 35,000 Brazilian reals (roughly $6,300) in crypto assets per month were exempt from income tax. Gains beyond that were taxed progressively, starting at 15% and reaching as high as 22.5% for volumes above 30 million Brazilian reals. The new flat rate, which went into effect starting June 12, removes all exemptions and applies equally to all investors regardless of the size of their transactions, according to a report by local news outlet Portal do Bitcoin. Read more

Bitcoin rebounded from a Middle East selloff and now trades above $105K, as long-term conviction strengthens among younger investors embracing its global ethos.

The CEO of Circle, which recently debuted on the New York Stock Exchange, predicts it won’t be long before stablecoins reach the level of developer attraction that the iPhone achieved. While stablecoins have yet to attract developers at the same scale as Apple’s iPhone, stablecoin issuer Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire suggests that breakthrough moment isn’t far off. “We are not quite yet at the iPhone moment when developers everywhere realize the power and opportunity of programmable digital dollars on the internet in the same way they saw the unlock of programmable mobile devices. Soon,” Allaire said in a post on Saturday. “The highest utility form of money ever created,” he added. Read more

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