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Illinois Crypto Tax Set to Start in 2027, Brokers Urged to Register and Prepare
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Illinois Crypto Tax Set to Start in 2027, Brokers Urged to Register and Prepare

Illinois will introduce a 0.2% tax on digital asset transactions from 2027, requiring brokers with Illinois exposure to register early and update their recordkeeping practices.

500 BTC Deposited to Coinbase from Wallet Linked to Convicted Irish Drug Dealer
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500 BTC Deposited to Coinbase from Wallet Linked to Convicted Irish Drug Dealer

A bitcoin wallet historically tied to Clifton Collins has moved 500 BTC to Coinbase, intensifying scrutiny of one of the most monitored addresses in law enforcement investigations.

Crypto Hacks Reach Record High in Early 2026 Amid Rising Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
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Crypto Hacks Reach Record High in Early 2026 Amid Rising Infrastructure Vulnerabilities

The first half of 2026 saw a surge in crypto hacks with over 200 incidents reported, driven largely by vulnerabilities in custody systems and North Korean-linked attackers.

Why the Next Crypto Altseason May Not Mirror 2021’s Patterns
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Why the Next Crypto Altseason May Not Mirror 2021’s Patterns

Despite ample liquidity, Bitcoin continues to dominate crypto capital flows, delaying a broad altcoin rally and shifting focus to sector-specific drivers in the next cycle.

Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Buy as Wall Street Sells Amid Market Weakness
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Long-Term Bitcoin Holders Buy as Wall Street Sells Amid Market Weakness

Despite ongoing Bitcoin outflows from US-traded ETFs, long-term and smaller holders have begun quietly accumulating, signaling a shift beneath persistent selling pressure.

Bitcoin’s June Close Below 200-Week Moving Average Signals Possible Further Decline
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Bitcoin’s June Close Below 200-Week Moving Average Signals Possible Further Decline

Bitcoin ended June below its key 200-week moving average but above its realized price, suggesting the market may not have hit its bear bottom yet.

Trump’s financial disclosure reveals over $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures amid ethics concerns
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Trump’s financial disclosure reveals over $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures amid ethics concerns

Donald Trump’s latest financial disclosure shows more than $1.4 billion in income from family crypto businesses, raising questions about conflicts as his administration adopts crypto-friendly policies.

MiCA Regulation Brings Clarity but Leaves Many Crypto Users Uncertain
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MiCA Regulation Brings Clarity but Leaves Many Crypto Users Uncertain

Despite MiCA’s new EU framework standardizing crypto licensing, many retail investors struggle to identify whether their crypto service providers are properly authorized or operating offshore.

Sui Mainnet Upgrade Enables Zero-Gas Transaction Simulation and Boosts Node Stability
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Sui Mainnet Upgrade Enables Zero-Gas Transaction Simulation and Boosts Node Stability

Mysten Labs launched a Sui mainnet update introducing gasless transaction simulation and key node stability improvements, streamlining wallet and dApp operation.

TRON Network Sets New Records Driven by Massive Stablecoin Transfers
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TRON Network Sets New Records Driven by Massive Stablecoin Transfers

TRON reached unprecedented transaction throughput and active user counts in June 2026, led by substantial stablecoin settlements, particularly involving USDT transfers.

New Ethereum Nonprofit Aims to Boost Institutional Blockchain Adoption Globally
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New Ethereum Nonprofit Aims to Boost Institutional Blockchain Adoption Globally

Ethereum Institutional, backed by key founders and treasury holders, launches to drive financial sector engagement and expand the ecosystem’s reach in major markets.

Strategy Proposes 12% Dividend and Authorizes $1.25 Billion in Bitcoin Sales
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Strategy Proposes 12% Dividend and Authorizes $1.25 Billion in Bitcoin Sales

Strategy plans to raise its STRC preferred stock dividend to 12% and approve up to $1.25 billion in Bitcoin sales, signaling a shift toward flexible treasury management.