Crypto-Linked Payment Card Usage Surges, Reaching $7.8 Billion Monthly Volume
Crypto-linked debit and credit cards saw a sharp rise in monthly transaction volume, driven by stablecoin adoption and expanding partnerships with major payment networks.
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Crypto Markets Lose $80 Billion Following Renewed US Military Strikes on Iran
Cryptocurrency markets plunged sharply after the US launched fresh strikes on Iran, triggering investor fears over geopolitical tensions and oil supply risks.
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Bitcoin Miner Outflows Surge Near $75K, Testing Support Amid Slowing Demand
Bitcoin miners transferred over 20,000 BTC to Binance, pressuring price support near $75,000 as on-chain data signals weakening demand and a cautious market outlook.
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UK Sanctions Crypto Exchange HTX for Alleged Support to Russian Government
The UK government added HTX, formerly Huobi Global, to its sanctions list amid accusations the crypto exchange facilitates financial operations aiding Russia.
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Italy’s Banca Sella Secures EU MiCA Authorization to Offer Crypto Services
Banca Sella became the first Italian bank authorized under the EU’s MiCA regulation to provide crypto custody, transfer, and digital asset services starting in 2026.
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Bitcoin ETFs See Major Outflows Amid Weak Spot Demand and Risky Leveraged Positions
Bitcoin ETFs have experienced significant outflows totaling over $1.2 billion recently, reflecting weakening spot demand despite rising bullish leverage from derivative traders.
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Bitcoin Price Holds Steady Despite $1.3 Billion Block Sale in BlackRock ETF
A massive $1.3 billion block trade in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust tested market liquidity but had little impact on Bitcoin’s price amid ongoing ETF outflows and institutional adjustments.
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Crypto ETPs Face Significant Outflows as Bitcoin Funds Lead Withdrawal Trend
Crypto exchange-traded products saw nearly $1.5 billion in outflows last week, driven by heavy Bitcoin fund sell-offs amid broadening global risk-off sentiment.
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Massive $1.3 Billion Dark Pool Bitcoin ETF Sale Sparks Sharp BTC Price Drop
A single $1.3 billion sale of BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF shares on a private dark pool triggered a significant Bitcoin price decline and highlighted growing institutional caution.
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Several Crypto Firms Included in Preliminary Russell Index Considerations
Sharplink, Forward Industries, Gemini, Galaxy Digital, and Bitmine appear on initial Russell 3000 and 2000 index lists, positioning them for broader institutional investment.
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Crypto Advocacy Group Disputes Senator Warren’s Claims on OCC Bank Charters for Crypto Firms
The Digital Chamber challenged Senator Elizabeth Warren’s assertions that the OCC violated banking law by approving national trust charters for crypto companies, defending the firms’ federal oversight compliance.
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Coinbase Expands Automated Crypto Investing with Enhanced Direct Deposit Feature
Coinbase launches an upgraded Direct Deposit tool for U.S. users that enables automatic paycheck allocation between cash and cryptocurrencies without trading fees.