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Bitwise says STRC selloff signals crypto cycle nearing a bottom, not Strategy’s breaking point
Bitwise said STRC's volatility reflects a late-cycle leverage unwind, with institutions poised to replace Strategy as bitcoin's biggest buyer.
US Treasury sanctions over 100 ISIS-K crypto addresses that moved over $1.4 million
ISIS-K allegedly used its media wing to solicit donations via Tron, Monero, and Bitcoin, highlighting stablecoin issuers' growing role in sanctions enforcement.
SBI Crypto to shut down mining pool that holds roughly 2% of Bitcoin's hashrate
Miners must redirect their hashrate before the July 31 cutoff, as the pool will stop accepting contributions after that date.
Ondo Finance debuts SEC-aligned tokenized stock model with BlackRock ETF, Micron shares
Broadridge and transfer agent Oasis Pro underpin a new structure that keeps tokenized securities within existing U.S. market rules, based on the SEC's third-party custodial model.
How to bag a bargain flight
Finance expert Laura Pomfret shares her top tips for finding cheaper flights, from spotting rare error fares to knowing the best time to book. Plus, why airline bundles aren't alw…
World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June.
JPMorgan says Strategy's bitcoin sales policy adds 'two-way risk' to crypto markets
The bank said Strategy's bitcoin sales policy adds avoidable market uncertainty and should be replaced with equity issuance to build cash reserves.
Government rules out extending pub hours for England v Mexico game
The 1am kick-off time for England's World Cup match on Sunday falls outside changes to licensing laws.
U.S. payroll growth slowed sharply in June, with only 57,000 jobs added
This morning's data could slow market expectations for a Fed rate hike as soon as this summer or early Fall.
Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
A struggling Nasdaq-listed company that tried to copy Saylor's Bitcoin playbook is completely dumping crypto for AI
The Nasdaq-listed Korean media company once lined up $1 billion in financing to buy 10,000 bitcoin. A recent filing confirms its balance is now zero as it pivots to AI infrastruct…
Three years after MiCA became law, Europe's crypto framework is undergoing a rethink
Europe’s MiCA regime is now up for review, known colloquially as “MiCA 2.0,” through a consultation that closes around September.
Warsh's comments set the stage for U.S. jobs data to ignite bitcoin, gold rally
Your day-ahead look for July 2, 2026
Smaller tokens lead as bitcoin, sol rally in 'first real bounce of the selloff'
Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies rebounded on dovish Federal Reserve signals, with speculative tokens like Memecore’s M and Audiera’s BEAT leading gains.
Bitcoin zooms above $61,000 as inflation fears soften
Bitcoin rose more than 4% to trade above $61,000, its strongest level in over a week, after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation risks had eased. A 7.9% drop in South Korea's Kosp…
Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.
EU border delays 'not bearable' over summer, warns airport boss
Holidaymakers face long waits under the EU's new Entry-Exit System, the head of Berlin's airport says.
Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirements
Many young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.
ChatGPT developer OpenAI said to discuss offering U.S. government a 5% stake: FT
The proposal aims to give the American public a financial stake in AI while easing political scrutiny of the industry.
Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."
Live markets: Bitcoin holds above $60,000 as yen jumps on intervention fears
Metaplanet buys another $170 million of bitcoin expanding treasury to 43,000 BTC
The Japanese firm, now the world's third largest publicly traded bitcoin holder, reported stronger Bitcoin Income Generation revenue.
Taiko fully restores cross-chain bridge just 10 days after a $1.7 million hack
The protocol completed a multi-stage recovery that included an independent security review. The TAIKO token has surged as much as 136% in recent trading.
Solana launches onchain governance and sets entry fee at 100,000 SOL staked
Validators and the people who stake with them can now formally signal where the network should go through a new system called Solana Governance Proposals. Any validator with 100,0…