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  • Gracy Chen, the rare but glorious woman behind Bitget’s epic growth
    CryptoSlate - 19:56 Jun 22, 2025
    Welcome to Slate Sundays, CryptoSlate’s 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. Gracy Chen leaves quite an impression. As the only female CEO among the top 10 crypto exchanges, she’s well aware of the challenges facing women […] The post Gracy Chen, the rare but glorious woman behind Bitget’s epic growth appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Solana network extensions will redefine blockchain scaling
    CryptoSlate - 14:00 Jun 22, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion from Aryan Sheikhalian, Head of Research at CMT Digital. Ethereum is betting big on a future filled with rollups. But in typical Solana fashion, the network is taking a different route—one that doesn’t just scale more blockspace, but bespoke execution environments with first-class developer control. Enter Network […] The post Solana network extensions will redefine blockchain scaling appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Solana
  • Oil markets tense amid U.S. airstrikes on Iran, while Bitcoin price holds steady
    CryptoSlate - 13:09 Jun 22, 2025
    Global oil markets are on high alert following U.S. airstrikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities, Fordow, Isfahan, and Natanz, with fears mounting over a potential closure of the critical Strait of Hormuz. The military action, announced by President Donald Trump last night, has intensified geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and raised concerns about […] The post Oil markets tense amid U.S. airstrikes on Iran, while Bitcoin price holds steady appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Crypto has grown up: Why the Rolex rally is on pause in 2025
    CryptoSlate - 10:55 Jun 22, 2025
    The following is a guest post and opinion from Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. There was a time not too long ago when the pulse of the crypto market could be measured not only by candlestick charts but by the waitlists at luxury watch boutiques. During the 2020–2022 bull cycle, the correlation between Bitcoin and […] The post Crypto has grown up: Why the Rolex rally is on pause in 2025 appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Coinbase CEO highlights 3 key reasons why the world needs crypto
    CryptoSlate - 16:05 Jun 21, 2025
    As the world faces increasing economic woes from soaring debt and stubborn inflation to dwindling trust in financial institutions, Coinbase CEO says, “The world needs crypto, now more than ever.” He adds: “Debt is growing exponentially, inflation is crippling entire nations, economic freedom is declining.” Armstrong points to the astronomical level of U.S. federal debt, […] The post Coinbase CEO highlights 3 key reasons why the world needs crypto appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Coinbase
  • Pumpfun reportedly delays token auction to July amid legal troubles
    CryptoSlate - 22:36 Jun 20, 2025
    Pump.fun has delayed its public token sale once again, extending months of uncertainty for users and investors as the popular Solana-based launchpad wrestles with a flurry of lawsuits, Colin Wu reported on June 20. Pump.fun had aimed to raise $1 billion at a $4 billion valuation through its token auction originally set for June 25. The […] The post Pumpfun reportedly delays token auction to July amid legal troubles appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Alex Mashinsky forfeits rights to Celsius assets amid ongoing bankruptcy process
    CryptoSlate - 21:30 Jun 20, 2025
    Alex Mashinsky, the former CEO of Celsius, has agreed to surrender all rights to assets tied to the collapsed crypto lender. According to newly filed court documents, Mashinsky and entities associated with him, including AM Ventures Holdings Inc., Koala1 LLC, and Koala3 LLC, will be excluded from any future distributions under the Celsius bankruptcy plan. The […] The post Alex Mashinsky forfeits rights to Celsius assets amid ongoing bankruptcy process appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Bloomberg analysts revise ETF approval odds to ‘90% or higher’ as SEC requests amended filings
    CryptoSlate - 20:25 Jun 20, 2025
    Bloomberg analysts have sharply increased the likelihood of U.S. regulators approving a new wave of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds, pointing to a friendlier stance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Bloomberg senior ETF analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart said on June 20 that they now see a “90% or higher” chance that a broad […] The post Bloomberg analysts revise ETF approval odds to ‘90% or higher’ as SEC requests amended filings appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Coinbase secures MiCA approval, shifts headquarters to Luxembourg
    CryptoSlate - 19:00 Jun 20, 2025
    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.
  • Bitcoin falls to monthly lows triggering $464 million in liquidations amid global market jitters
    CryptoSlate - 18:15 Jun 20, 2025
    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.
    Tags: Bitcoin
  • Standard Chartered forecasts surge tokenizing real-world assets beyond stablecoins
    CryptoSlate - 17:38 Jun 20, 2025
    Standard Chartered projected that tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) beyond stablecoins could accelerate significantly over the next five years, driven by regulatory progress and a sharper focus on high-impact use cases, according to a June 20 report shared with CryptoSlate. The bank’s report, titled “RWA Tokenisation — A Growth Opportunity,” highlighted that while stablecoins remain […] The post Standard Chartered forecasts surge tokenizing real-world assets beyond stablecoins appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Norway eyes crypto mining ban amid local firms’ heavy investments in Bitcoin
    CryptoSlate - 16:30 Jun 20, 2025
    Norway is reportedly planning to introduce a temporary ban on the development of new data centres linked to crypto mining, Reuters reported on June 20. According to the report, the government is expected to implement the restrictions before the end of the year, citing environmental and energy concerns. The government says the aim is to […] The post Norway eyes crypto mining ban amid local firms’ heavy investments in Bitcoin appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • TikTok clashes with US congressman over alleged $300M TRUMP token bribe
    CryptoSlate - 15:36 Jun 20, 2025
    TikTok has publicly denied allegations that it bought $300 million worth of TRUMP memecoins to sway US President Donald Trump. The company addressed the claims on June 19 in a post on X, labeling the accusation “false and irresponsible” and aimed at misrepresenting its actions. The statement followed comments by US Congressman Brad Sherman, who […] The post TikTok clashes with US congressman over alleged $300M TRUMP token bribe appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Crypto funding soars past $1.5 billion in June with Circle IPO boost
    CryptoSlate - 13:05 Jun 20, 2025
    Venture capital activity in the crypto space has seen a significant rebound this month, with total investments crossing $1.5 billion by June 20, according to DeFiLlama data. This marks the strongest monthly performance since March 2025 and signals growing confidence in blockchain startups after a quieter second quarter. The raised funds are more than double […] The post Crypto funding soars past $1.5 billion in June with Circle IPO boost appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Bitwise CEO says Bitcoin’s true rival is US Treasuries, not gold
    CryptoSlate - 12:30 Jun 20, 2025
    Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley believes the actual competition for Bitcoin isn’t gold, but government-backed bonds like US Treasuries and UK gilts. In a June 20 post on X, Horsley argued that gold and Bitcoin are apolitical stores of value that operate outside direct government control. However, he said Bitcoin’s actual competition lies with instruments tightly […] The post Bitwise CEO says Bitcoin’s true rival is US Treasuries, not gold appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Jupiter halts governance voting to tackle burnout and refocus on innovation
    CryptoSlate - 22:30 Jun 19, 2025
    Solana’s largest decentralized exchange aggregator, Jupiter, has decided to halt all community voting through next year and keep its governance Treasury sealed until 2027, citing community burnout and a need to prioritize building new products. The move temporarily disables one of the main utilities for Jupiter’s native token, JUP, which powers governance proposals and decisions […] The post Jupiter halts governance voting to tackle burnout and refocus on innovation appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Jupiter
  • Circle approaches $50B valuation amid evolving regulatory landscape in the US
    CryptoSlate - 21:22 Jun 19, 2025
    Circle, the issuer of the USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, is edging closer to a $50 billion valuation after a major rally in its stock price. Since debuting at $31, Circle’s shares (CRCL) have climbed over 540%, now trading around $200, according to Yahoo Finance. This surge has helped push Circle’s valuation to approximately $48.4 billion […] The post Circle approaches $50B valuation amid evolving regulatory landscape in the US appeared first on CryptoSlate.
    Tags: Circle
  • Elon Musk’s X accelerates fintech pivot with plans for in-app payments and trading
    CryptoSlate - 20:45 Jun 19, 2025
    X (formerly known as Twitter) is ramping up efforts to integrate financial services directly into its ecosystem and moving beyond its roots in social networking, the Financial Times reported on June 19. According to the report, the social media giant is preparing to let users carry out a wide range of financial transactions within the […] The post Elon Musk’s X accelerates fintech pivot with plans for in-app payments and trading appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Trump family cuts stake in World Liberty Financial by 20%
    CryptoSlate - 20:02 Jun 19, 2025
    President Donald Trump’s family has reduced its stake in World Liberty Financial (WLFI) in the last couple of weeks, Forbes reported on June 20. DT Marks DEFI LLC, the Trump family’s main holding company for the project, has trimmed its ownership from 75% in December 2024 to about 60% by January and further down to […] The post Trump family cuts stake in World Liberty Financial by 20% appeared first on CryptoSlate.
  • Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino unveils PearPass as response to record 16 billion password leak
    CryptoSlate - 18:23 Jun 19, 2025
    Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino announced a new open-source password manager, PearPass, after an unprecedented 16 billion passwords were leaked in what experts now call the largest credential breach ever recorded. Ardoino wrote: “The cloud has failed us. Again. 16 billion passwords just leaked. It’s time to ditch the cloud.” He pledged that PearPass will work […] The post Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino unveils PearPass as response to record 16 billion password leak appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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