El Salvador Claims It’s Buying Bitcoin Daily, But the IMF Disagrees
El Salvador claims to be purchasing bitcoin daily while holding 7,696 BTC worth approximately 460 million dollars. IMF loan conditions prohibit the country from making new public-sector bitcoin purchases.
XRP ETF Inflows Hit 8-Week Streak: Will Bitcoin ETF Outflows Continue?
XRP ETFs recorded $22.99 million in net inflows last week, continuing an eight-week streak of positive flows. Bitcoin ETFs experienced outflows worth hundreds of millions as Bitcoin's price dropped below $60,000.
Europe’s unlicensed crypto firms face ‘wipeout’ as MiCA deadline hits
Unauthorized cryptocurrency service providers in Europe must cease operations by July 1 when the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation's transition period expires. ESMA urged these firms to wind down their businesses in an organized way rather than face regulatory enforcement action.
BTC price RSI prints key 2026 signal: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin's relative strength index showed a divergence pattern as the price approached $60,000, with analysts comparing current levels to the $30,000 mark from the 2022 bear market. The RSI signal emerged during the second quarter and June candle close period.
Bitcoin Cycle Timing: Could the Next BTC Bottom Arrive in October 2026?
Bitcoin's historical cycles suggest a potential major bottom could occur in October 2026, approximately one year after the previous peak. This timing pattern is based on observed cyclical behavior in Bitcoin's price movements over multiple market cycles.
Kiwoom eyes Bithumb stake as Korean brokerages push into crypto: Report
Kiwoom Securities is seeking to acquire a stake in crypto exchange Bithumb. Korean brokerages are moving into crypto ahead of new FSC regulatory reforms scheduled for July.
Bitcoin falls into a technical no man’s land as major support levels sit miles away
Bitcoin is trading below key technical and onchain valuation levels. Historical bear market patterns suggest a potential bottom closer to $45,000.
VELVET Jumps 300% in a Week on Aerodrome Move, Despite Market Downturn
VELVET token increased 303% over one week despite broader market decline. Traders anticipate the price reaching $2, driven by two catalysts related to an Aerodrome move.
Galaxy cuts CLARITY Act odds to 50% as Senate floor time narrows
Galaxy reduced its probability estimate for the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 to 50% due to limited Senate floor time before the August recess. The firm cited narrowing legislative opportunities as the primary reason for the downward revision of passage odds.
Bitcoin Price Prediction for July 2026: Worst-Ever ETF Month Opens $42,000 Risk
Bitcoin entered July 2026 trading near $59,500 after experiencing one of its worst months on record for exchange-traded funds. The price faces a $42,000 downside risk from a bearish chart pattern combined with fading on-chain demand.
As Exchanges Delist Monero, GhostSwap Keeps It Swappable – No KYC
Major centralized exchanges delisted privacy coins in 2024, with Binance removing Monero trading by February 20, 2024, and OKX delisting Monero, Zcash, and Dash. GhostSwap continues offering swaps for these coins without requiring know-your-customer verification.
‘Engineers, Not Business Operators’: Why Loopring Is Shutting Down Its DEX
Loopring is shutting down its decentralized exchange and will distribute funds directly to users while covering all transaction fees. Users are not required to take any action to receive their assets.
XRP ETFs Stay in the Green Despite Massive Outflows Logged by BTC and ETH ETFs
XRP exchange-traded funds remained in positive territory while Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs experienced significant outflows during a week of broad cryptocurrency market capital flight. XRP ETFs bucked the trend despite the overall downturn affecting other major cryptocurrency investment products.
South Korea’s $518 billion AI chip push shows crypto is still losing the capital race
South Korea's Samsung and SK Hynix accelerated their chip-plant expansion by ten years to meet artificial intelligence memory demand. The country is investing $518 billion in AI chips, reflecting how capital has shifted away from cryptocurrency toward AI infrastructure throughout the year.
Three Things Crypto Investors Should Watch This Week
US economic data releases and Middle East military tensions will shape crypto markets this week. Investors should monitor upcoming economic indicators while geopolitical developments potentially affect broader market sentiment.
Why Is The Crypto Market Up Today?
The crypto market rose approximately 0.7% as US-Iran de-escalation tensions eased, with total market capitalization reaching near $2.05 trillion after dipping to $1.99 trillion on June 25. Bitcoin traded around $59,900, up roughly 0.7% from its previous position.
This Is Bitcoin's Worst Halving Cycle Ever
Bitcoin's price has failed to rally during its current post-halving cycle, marking the worst performance following a halving event in the cryptocurrency's history. The traditional hype-phase rally that typically follows halvings has not materialized this time.
Samsung and SK Hynix Fall Despite Separate $1.3 Trillion Chip Plans
Samsung and SK Hynix each announced separate trillion-dollar chip investment plans. Both companies' stock prices declined Monday due to tech sector selling pressure and a regulatory setback.
$4 billion gone. Spot bitcoin ETFs are on track for their worst month on record
Investors withdrew $4 billion from U.S.-listed spot bitcoin ETFs in June, marking the highest monthly outflow on record. This outflow puts the ETFs on track for their worst performing month since their launch.
Dubai crypto market hits 50 licensed firms after new VARA approval
Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority licensed its 50th crypto firm, though only 39 Virtual Asset Service Providers were fully operational at the end of 2025. The emirate's regulated crypto market continues to expand with additional licensed entities beyond those currently in active operation.
Pioneering zk-rollup Loopring closes DEX, citing lack of adoption
Loopring is shutting down its decentralized exchange due to insufficient user adoption and technical limitations. The platform lacked a virtual machine and composability features, which prevented ecosystem growth and real-world payment use cases.
Ether treasury Sharplink bought $62.4M ETH last week
Sharplink purchased 40,000 ETH worth $62.4 million last week, ending an eight-month pause in Ether buying. The purchase signals the company has resumed its strategy of accumulating Ether for its treasury.
Bullish Bitcoin RSI divergence has analysts calling for 2022-style bear market bottom
Bitcoin's relative strength index shows bullish divergences that some analysts interpret as signaling a market bottom similar to 2022 levels. However, other market observers contend that bitcoin prices could still decline further before any sustained recovery begins.
XRP, Shiba Inu (SHIB), Bitcoin (BTC) and Solana (SOL) Price Analysis for June 29: Bottom Is Established
The cryptocurrency market is unclear whether it will recover from recent losses. Bitcoin, Solana, XRP, and Shiba Inu are being analyzed for potential price movements as analysts assess whether a market bottom has been established.
Binance booted from EU, EthLabs rises up to save Ethereum: Hodler's Digest June 14-28
Ethlabs, a nonprofit backed by BitMine and Joe Lubin, launched to promote Ethereum adoption. Binance ceased European operations after failing to obtain required licensing.
Here’s How CoinEx Became a Critical Gateway for Iran’s Crypto Economy
CoinEx processed over $2.7 billion in transactions with OFAC-sanctioned Iranian exchange Nobitex from 2018 onward. The cryptocurrency exchange served as a critical conduit for Iran's crypto economy through its processing of billions in transfers with Iranian exchanges.
Cardano Upgrade Approaches Testnet Phase Through Intersect Release
Cardano's upcoming upgrade will enter testnet phase through an Intersect release. The upgrade includes changes to the blockchain's core functionality and consensus mechanisms.
BNB Technical Setup: Binance Coin Consolidates Near Local Support
BNB is consolidating near a local support level after recent price movements. The cryptocurrency is being monitored for potential breakouts or breakdowns from its current trading range.
CZ wants to make the U.S. the 'capital of crypto': State of Crypto
Changpeng Zhao, Binance's founder, expressed his desire to establish the United States as the global center of cryptocurrency during an exclusive CoinDesk interview. He discussed multiple aspects of the crypto industry and his vision for regulatory frameworks that would support digital asset development in America.
Aave Technical Setup: AAVE Holds Support Above $98
AAVE token price is holding above a $98 support level. The cryptocurrency maintains this technical floor in its current trading range.