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Mt. Gox Moves Bitcoin to Bitstamp Amid Renewed Market Concerns Over Selloff
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Mt. Gox Moves Bitcoin to Bitstamp Amid Renewed Market Concerns Over Selloff

Defunct crypto exchange Mt. Gox transferred over 116 BTC to Bitstamp during a sharp Bitcoin price drop, raising speculation about impending creditor payouts and market impact.

Charles Schwab Introduces 24/7 Crypto Futures Trading for Bitcoin and More
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Charles Schwab Introduces 24/7 Crypto Futures Trading for Bitcoin and More

Charles Schwab now offers retail investors around-the-clock access to regulated crypto futures, bridging traditional market hours with nonstop cryptocurrency trading.

Coinbase Gains CFTC Approval to Offer Regulated Crypto Perpetual Contracts in the US
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Coinbase Gains CFTC Approval to Offer Regulated Crypto Perpetual Contracts in the US

Coinbase received CFTC authorization to launch perpetual futures on digital assets, providing regulated access to crypto derivatives for American traders and institutions.

Blockchain Association Pushes Senate to Advance CLARITY Act with Support from Former Officials
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Blockchain Association Pushes Senate to Advance CLARITY Act with Support from Former Officials

The Blockchain Association, backed by 160 ex-security and law enforcement experts, urged Senate leaders to pass the CLARITY Act, highlighting its role in combating crypto-related financial crime.

Mastercard Integrates Crypto Settlement into Global Payment Network with Six Stablecoins
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Mastercard Integrates Crypto Settlement into Global Payment Network with Six Stablecoins

Mastercard now allows regulated stablecoin settlement on its payment network, enabling around-the-clock transaction clearing on eight blockchain platforms.

EU Crypto Firms Face License Deadline as MiCA Transitional Period Ends
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EU Crypto Firms Face License Deadline as MiCA Transitional Period Ends

Crypto asset service providers in the EU must secure MiCA authorization by July 1 or halt operations, as regulators prepare to enforce new licensing rules without grace periods.

Hyperliquid’s $41M Whale Buying and New ETF Spark Debate on Sustained Demand
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Hyperliquid’s $41M Whale Buying and New ETF Spark Debate on Sustained Demand

Large holders continue to accumulate Hyperliquid’s HYPE token as Grayscale launches a Hyperliquid Staking ETF, expanding access but leaving questions about long-term investor interest.

Why Ethereum Remains a Stronger Investment Than Solana Despite Recent Drops
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Why Ethereum Remains a Stronger Investment Than Solana Despite Recent Drops

A market analyst argues Ethereum’s substantial stablecoin holdings and institutional interest make it a more promising long-term investment than Solana amid current market challenges.

Bitmine Boosts Ethereum Holdings by 25,000 ETH Amid Price Slide Below $2,000
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Bitmine Boosts Ethereum Holdings by 25,000 ETH Amid Price Slide Below $2,000

Despite Ethereum’s price dropping below $2,000, Bitmine acquired an additional 25,000 ETH, underscoring strong institutional accumulation during market weakness.

US Sanctions Iran’s Nobitex Crypto Exchange for Supporting Terrorism and Ransomware
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US Sanctions Iran’s Nobitex Crypto Exchange for Supporting Terrorism and Ransomware

The US Treasury sanctioned Nobitex, Iran’s largest crypto exchange, for facilitating transactions linked to the IRGC, ransomware groups, and sanctions evasion.

UK Regulator Issues Warning to Premier League Clubs Over Crypto Sponsorship Risks
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UK Regulator Issues Warning to Premier League Clubs Over Crypto Sponsorship Risks

The Financial Conduct Authority cautioned Premier League clubs about partnerships with unauthorized crypto firms targeting fans with high-risk financial products lacking protections.

Russian Ruble Stablecoin Defies Western Sanctions with Surging Onchain Activity
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Russian Ruble Stablecoin Defies Western Sanctions with Surging Onchain Activity

The ruble-backed A7A5 stablecoin has expanded significantly, processing over $110 billion in transactions and growing wallet holders despite Western sanctions targeting its operations.