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FLEOA Supports CLARITY Act but Seeks Clearer Accountability in DeFi Regulation
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FLEOA Supports CLARITY Act but Seeks Clearer Accountability in DeFi Regulation

The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association backs the CLARITY Act while urging lawmakers to refine DeFi accountability provisions to aid effective enforcement.

White House Crypto Adviser Patrick Witt to Pause Role for Military Training Amid CLARITY Act Deadline
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White House Crypto Adviser Patrick Witt to Pause Role for Military Training Amid CLARITY Act Deadline

Patrick Witt, key White House advisor on digital asset regulation, will take leave for military training as the CLARITY Act faces a critical Senate review deadline.

Coinbase Enhances Smart Wallet to Simplify Multi-Chain dApp Access
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Coinbase Enhances Smart Wallet to Simplify Multi-Chain dApp Access

Coinbase has upgraded its Smart Wallet verification system to streamline multi-chain decentralized app authorization, aiming to improve user safety and ease across blockchain networks.

Velvet Crypto Surges 29% Driven by Over 2,500 New Holders and Strong Market Sentiment
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Velvet Crypto Surges 29% Driven by Over 2,500 New Holders and Strong Market Sentiment

Velvet’s token price jumped 29% amid a surge in new holders and shifting trader positions, signaling continued bullish momentum supported by growing social engagement and capital inflows.

Kraken’s Addition of Arbitrum Stablecoins Signals Layer-2 Networks’ Growing Role
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Kraken’s Addition of Arbitrum Stablecoins Signals Layer-2 Networks’ Growing Role

Kraken has listed stablecoins on the Arbitrum Layer-2 network, reflecting exchanges’ broader shift to treating L2 solutions as essential infrastructure for cheaper, faster transactions.

Ethereum Struggles Near $1,800 Amid Cautious Futures Market Ahead of ETF Launches
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Ethereum Struggles Near $1,800 Amid Cautious Futures Market Ahead of ETF Launches

Ethereum holds steady below $1,800 as hopes for upcoming spot ETF launches face tempered futures interest, signaling a more cautious and selective market environment.

Bitcoin Investors Anticipate Potential Drop Toward $42,400 Amid Weak Buying Pressure
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Bitcoin Investors Anticipate Potential Drop Toward $42,400 Amid Weak Buying Pressure

Bitcoin’s recent decline reflects profit-taking and reduced leverage, with some investors awaiting a deeper price correction near $42,400 before increasing exposure.

Gauntlet Secures $125 Million to Expand Global Crypto Vault Services
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Gauntlet Secures $125 Million to Expand Global Crypto Vault Services

Gauntlet Networks raised $125 million in Series C funding to enhance its crypto vault infrastructure and broaden its reach in institutional digital asset management worldwide.

Bitcoin Slips Below $62,000 Amid Sharp 24-Hour Decline
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Bitcoin Slips Below $62,000 Amid Sharp 24-Hour Decline

Bitcoin’s price dropped over 3% in a single day, breaking below the key $62,000 mark and raising questions about its short-term trajectory amid volatile trading.

Crypto Market Focuses on US Inflation Data as Fed Signals Possible Rate Hike
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Crypto Market Focuses on US Inflation Data as Fed Signals Possible Rate Hike

The crypto market braces for key US inflation reports with Federal Reserve Governor Waller indicating a potential rate increase if inflation remains elevated.

AI and DeFi Tokens Dominate New Listings on Huobi HTX with One Asset Nearly Doubling
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AI and DeFi Tokens Dominate New Listings on Huobi HTX with One Asset Nearly Doubling

During the week of July 6–12, Huobi HTX saw a surge of new assets focused on AI and DeFi, with one token soaring close to 100% shortly after its launch.

June’s Historic Stablecoin Outflow Signals Potential Bitcoin Market Bottom
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June’s Historic Stablecoin Outflow Signals Potential Bitcoin Market Bottom

June marked the largest monthly stablecoin withdrawal in four years, highlighting shifting liquidity dynamics that may indicate Bitcoin’s price nearing a bottom.