Exchange
BlackRock files new amendment for yield-generating bitcoin ETF; launch expected soon, Bloomberg analyst says
BlackRock's new bitcoin fund seeks to provide yield through active covered call strategies on IBIT shares and ETP indices.
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Regulation
Delaware, New Jersey advance bills banning crypto ATMs
Lawmakers in Delaware and New Jersey have advanced laws that would completely ban crypto ATMs, a measure that has only been enacted in three US states.
Regulation
CFTC proposes framework favoring sports event contracts over gambling
The proposed rules would preserve election markets and allow many sports-based prediction contracts while limiting bets that could encourage manipulation.
Security
Solana Exchange Raydium Hit With $1.34 Million Exploit as DeFi Attacks Grow
Solana-based decentralized exchange Raydium will repay the funds swiped in the $1.34 million exploit using its treasury.
Technology
Tether leads up to $1.4 billion round in robotics firm Neura, plans crypto wallet integration
Tether will also provide and "deploy" technology within the Neura robotics ecosystem, including a crypto wallet integration.
Technology
Mastercard unveils Agent Pay for Machines to support autonomous AI transactions, including stablecoins
Mastercard's Agent Pay for Machines infrastructure will support high-volume, low-value payments by autonomous AI agents.
Regulation
Prediction markets get first U.S. rule proposal as CFTC pursues contract reviews
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued its first formal rule proposal for prediction markets operating in the United States, marking a significant regulatory milestone for the emerging sector. The proposed framework would establish mandatory contract review processes for prediction market operators, requiring platforms to submit detailed assessments before
Technology
Pyth launches 24/7 proprietary indices for US equities, oil and metals
Pyth is aggregating data from onchain and offchain sources to provide continuous price discovery for major equities and commodities.
Market
‘Intense Capitulation’ Hits Crypto as 8M BTC, Bulk of ETH Supply Sit at Loss
Millions of Bitcoin are underwater as experts say the 'scale of market reset' signals capitulation, but long-term opportunities remain.
Regulation
New York regulator proposes stablecoin rule to align with federal GENIUS Act, adds reserve limits
The NYDFS has proposed a GENIUS Act-aligned stablecoin rule adding reserve concentration caps and mandatory risk management programs.
Technology
Bitcoin Layer 2 Botanix to wind down network, urges users to withdraw assets
Botanix to wind down Bitcoin Layer 2 after four years, citing weak fee revenue and urging users to withdraw assets by July 9.
Regulation
EU proposes expanded sanctions on Russia-linked crypto platforms
The European Commission may introduce a full ban on crypto services from non-EU countries that host platforms helping Russia evade sanctions.