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Upcoming economic events 1 July 2025

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Upcoming economic events 1 July 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious01:452 pointsCaixin Manufacturing PMI (MoM) (Jun)49.248.303:352 points10-Year JGB Auction----------1.512%07:402 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks--------------------08:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Manufacturing PMI (Jun)49.449.408:402 pointsECB's Elderson Speaks--------------------09:002 pointsCore CPI (YoY) (Jun)2.3%2.3%09:002 pointsCPI (MoM) (Jun)----------0.0%09:003 pointsCPI (YoY) (Jun)2.0%1.9%10:4... Upcoming economic events 1 July 2025

JPMorgan Rates Circle Underweight; $80 Target by Year‑End 2026

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JPMorgan Rates Circle Underweight; $80 Target by Year‑End 2026 JPMorgan Chase has initiated coverage of Circle (CRCL) with an underweight rating and a price target of $80 by December 2026, implying a sharp 55% downside from the current share price of $180. In its “North America Equity Research” report, led by analyst Kenneth Worthington, the investment bank bases its valuation on a 45x multiple of projected 2027 earnings per share, supplemented by a $10 premium for upside potential. While this target rep... Coinatory news

xStocks Brings Tokenized Stock Trading to Kraken, Bybit and Solana

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xStocks Brings Tokenized Stock Trading to Kraken, Bybit and Solana On the well-known cryptocurrency exchanges Kraken and Bybit, as well as on several important sites within Solana's decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, Backed Finance has formally launched its tokenized stock offering, xStocks. Through blockchain technology, the rollout offers real-time exposure to both crypto-native and traditional blue-chip companies through more than 60 tokenized stocks. Prominent companies including Apple, Tesla, ... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

Strategy’s 11‑Week Bitcoin Buying Spree Signals Corporate BTC Dominance

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Strategy’s 11‑Week Bitcoin Buying Spree Signals Corporate BTC Dominance Strategy, co‑founded by Michael Saylor, has generated a 52% return on its Bitcoin holdings—translating to an unrealized $21.8 billion gain. Saylor recently announced the company’s 11th consecutive week of Bitcoin accumulation, a streak that began on April 14. “In 21 years, you’ll wish you’d bought more,” Saylor told his 4.4 million followers on X, where he has added roughly 1 million followers in the past year. On June 23, Strategy purchas... cryptonews today

Upcoming economic events 30 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 30 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious01:302 pointsChinese Composite PMI (Jun)----------50.401:303 pointsManufacturing PMI (Jun)49.649.501:302 pointsNon-Manufacturing PMI (Jun)50.350.308:302 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks--------------------13:453 pointsChicago PMI (Jun)42.740.514:002 pointsFOMC Member Bostic Speaks--------------------17:302 pointsECB President Lagarde Speaks--------------------22:002 pointsNZIER Business Confidenc... Coinatory

Binance-Linked Group’s Role in Kenya Crypto Law Sparks Alarm

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Binance-Linked Group’s Role in Kenya Crypto Law Sparks Alarm Kenya’s rapidly evolving digital asset industry is confronting growing concerns over potential regulatory capture as the country moves toward formalizing cryptocurrency legislation. Central to the controversy is the Virtual Asset Chamber of Commerce (VAC), a private think tank reportedly financed by Binance, which is poised to assume an influential role in shaping policy under the proposed Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill. Regulato... cryptonews

‘All Systems Go’: Solana Staking ETF Poised for Launch

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‘All Systems Go’: Solana Staking ETF Poised for Launch REX Shares is on track to launch the first-ever Solana staking ETF in the United States, having reportedly satisfied all regulatory feedback from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Analysts describe the fund as “all systems go,” following an updated prospectus submission and internal confirmations of regulatory clearance. SEC Comfortable with Innovative ETF Structure ETF Store president Nate Geraci noted that the S... cryptonews today

Pluralistic Digital IDs: Protecting Privacy & Pseudonymity

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Pluralistic Digital IDs: Protecting Privacy & Pseudonymity Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin cautions that single, monolithic digital identities—no matter how privacy-preserving—threaten pseudonymity and concentrate power. In a recent blog, he introduces the concept of pluralistic identity systems as a more resilient, fair, and privacy-respecting approach to digital identification. Buterin highlights how zero-knowledge (ZK) proof‑wrapped IDs—such as World ID (now exceeding 10 million users), Taiwan... Coinatory news

Coinbase Named to TIME 100 2025 — A Crypto Policy Powerhouse

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Coinbase Named to TIME 100 2025 — A Crypto Policy Powerhouse Coinbase, the preeminent U.S.-based cryptocurrency exchange, has secured a coveted placement on TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies of 2025, joining the ranks of global disruptors. Recognition stems from its intensified advocacy in Washington, D.C., where its leadership in shaping crypto policy accelerated the company’s strategic positioning. Year-to-date, Coinbase’s stock has surged approximately 42%, with a significant spike following the... cryptonews today

Gemini Debuts Tokenized MicroStrategy Stock for EU Investors

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Gemini Debuts Tokenized MicroStrategy Stock for EU Investors Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has launched a tokenized version of Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock for investors in the European Union. This move enables on-chain exposure to one of the most prominent Bitcoin-heavy public companies. “Traditional financial rails are hard to access and in need of modernization,” Gemini stated. The company confirmed that more tokenized U.S. stocks an... cryptocurrency news today

Join the Zama Waitlist: $130M-Backed Project Launches Public Testnet on July 1st

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Join the Zama Waitlist: $130M-Backed Project Launches Public Testnet on July 1st Zama is a cryptography company building open-source tools that let developers work with encrypted data without ever having to decrypt it. Their homomorphic encryption technology makes it possible to create fully private smart contracts on public blockchains. With Zama, only authorized users can see sensitive transaction details and contract states—keeping data secure while still enabling transparency where needed. The public testnet goes... cryptocurrency news today

Trump Sidesteps Crypto Divestment Amid Regulatory Tensions

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Trump Sidesteps Crypto Divestment Amid Regulatory Tensions Several Democratic legislators have signaled their opposition to crypto regulation bills unless potential conflicts of interest, particularly involving the president's personal holdings, are fully addressed. During a White House press briefing on Friday, a reporter questioned whether President Trump would divest from his family's cryptocurrency ventures to facilitate the passage of key legislation. The president evaded the prompt, stating: “I... cryptonews

UAE Invests $100M in Trump Family Crypto WLFI

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UAE Invests $100M in Trump Family Crypto WLFI A United Arab Emirates-based investor has acquired $100 million worth of governance tokens from World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency company tied to the Trump family, intensifying scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest amid U.S. legislative debates on stablecoins. World Liberty Financial (WLFI), backed by U.S. President Donald Trump and his sons—Donald Jr., Eric, and Barron—confirmed the $100 million purchase on Thursday. The... Coinatory

Trump‑affiliated WLFI and Re7 Launch USD 1 Stablecoin Vault on BNB Chain

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Trump‑affiliated WLFI and Re7 Launch USD 1 Stablecoin Vault on BNB Chain World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform associated with the Trump family, has reinforced its expansion into institutional-grade stablecoin services by entering into a strategic partnership with London-based hedge fund Re7. Together, they are deploying a USD 1 stablecoin vault across Euler Finance and the liquid staking protocol Lista. The initiative represents a concerted effort to elevate WLFI’s USD 1 stableco... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Ethereum Holds $2,400, Eyes Rally Toward $4K

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Ethereum Holds $2,400, Eyes Rally Toward $4K Ethereum (ETH) has maintained a critical technical level above $2,400, signaling potential strength as market sentiment begins to shift. According to MichaĆ«l van de Poppe, founder of MN Trading Capital, ETH is poised to “test the other side of the range” in the coming weeks, provided this key support remains intact. After peaking at $2,871 on June 11, Ether saw a pullback triggered by geopolitical events. Despite a 7.5% decline over the past ... Coinatory cryptonews

Bitcoin Treasury Relists on TSX, Buys $31.5M in BTC

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Bitcoin Treasury Relists on TSX, Buys $31.5M in BTC Bitcoin Treasury Corporation (BTCT), a Canadian firm specializing in Bitcoin-based lending, is set to resume trading on the TSX Venture Exchange following a successful $92 million capital raise. The company announced that trading will recommence on Monday under the ticker symbol “BTCT,” with over 10 million common shares issued and outstanding. The relisting follows a brokered offering that secured 125 million Canadian dollars (approxima... cryptonews today

Mawari Airdrop Guide: Earn Points by Completing Quests on a $17M-Backed Decentralized Platform

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Mawari Airdrop Guide: Earn Points by Completing Quests on a $17M-Backed Decentralized Platform Mawari Airdrop is a decentralized network built to stream real-time, AI-powered 3D content for immersive XR (Extended Reality) experiences. It uses a global system of distributed GPU nodes, called Guardian Nodes, to deliver high-quality, interactive 3D visuals with extremely low latency.The project recently launched the Mawari Portal — a platform featuring quests. By completing these quests, we earn XR Credits, which can potentially be redeemed... Mawari Airdrop Guide: Earn Points by Completing Quests on a $17M-Backed Decentralized Platform Coinatory

Upcoming economic events 27 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 27 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious10:002 pointsEU Leaders Summit--------------------11:302 pointsFOMC Member Williams Speaks--------------------12:303 pointsCore PCE Price Index (MoM) (May)0.1%0.1%12:303 pointsCore PCE Price Index (YoY) (May)2.6%2.5%12:302 pointsPCE price index (MoM) (May)0.1%0.1%12:302 pointsPCE Price index (YoY) (May)2.3%2.1%12:302 pointsPersonal Spending (MoM) (May)0.1%0.2%14:002 pointsMichigan 1-Year Infla... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

India Weighs Bitcoin Reserve Pilot Amid Global Momentum

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India Weighs Bitcoin Reserve Pilot Amid Global Momentum India Weighs Bitcoin Reserve Pilot as Global Crypto Reserves Expand As global governments pivot toward digital assets, a senior figure in India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has proposed a bold step: initiating a national Bitcoin reserve pilot. In an editorial published in India Today, BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari argued that India should not remain a passive observer while nations like the United States and Bhutan in... cryptonews today

Trump‑Backed WLF: USD1 Audit Incoming, WLFI Becoming Tradable

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Trump‑Backed WLF: USD1 Audit Incoming, WLFI Becoming Tradable Former US President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency company, World Liberty Financial, is getting ready to release the first audit of its stablecoin, USD1, and take steps to allow transfers of its governance token, WLFI. Co-founder Zak Folkman revealed that the company had paid USD1 to an accounting firm for an attestation report while speaking at the Permissionless conference in Brooklyn. Within a few days, the report should be posted on the proj... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Pharos Testnet Finale Phase: Mint Your Domain & Badge Before Mainnet

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Pharos Testnet Finale Phase: Mint Your Domain & Badge Before Mainnet Pharos Testnet is an EVM-compatible blockchain built to make payments and apps faster and more efficient through decentralized, trustless tech. Its goal is to create innovative tools that support underserved communities and emerging markets—helping drive real-world adoption of Web3 and build a more inclusive global economy. The project has launched a countdown timer that ends in 28 days. Most likely, this marks the end of the testnet. Ri... Coinatory news

Institutional Conviction: Unhedged BTC ETF Flows Signal Macro Asset Rise

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Institutional Conviction: Unhedged BTC ETF Flows Signal Macro Asset Rise A growing body of evidence suggests that Bitcoin is shedding its speculative skin and taking root as a legitimate macroeconomic asset. Data from Avenir Group and on-chain analytics platform Glassnode indicates that a substantial share of inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs are not hedged, revealing a high-conviction, long-only approach by institutional investors. This trend marks a structural transformation in how Bitcoin is perceived and uti... Coinatory news

Upcoming economic events 26 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 26 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious09:452 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks--------------------10:002 pointsEU Leaders Summit--------------------11:002 pointsECB's Schnabel Speaks--------------------12:302 pointsContinuing Jobless Claims1,950K1,945K12:302 pointsCore Durable Goods Orders (MoM) (May) 0.1%0.2%12:302 pointsCore PCE Prices (Q1)3.40%2.60%12:303 pointsDurable Goods Orders (MoM) (May)8.6%-6.3%12:303 pointsGDP (QoQ) (Q1)-0.... Upcoming economic events 26 June 2025 Coinatory

Ethereum Death Cross Signals 40% Risk Despite Bull Signals

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Ethereum Death Cross Signals 40% Risk Despite Bull Signals Ethereum’s native token, Ether (ETH), currently hovering around $2,411, has triggered a two‑week “death cross”—its first since the 2022 crypto crash. Historically, such a crossover, where the 20‑period exponential moving average (EMA) dips below the 50‑period EMA, has presaged approximately a 40% slide in ETH’s value. The pattern unfolding now mirrors mid‑2022: ETH first formed a pronounced local peak, then entered a multi‑month consolidation... Ethereum Death Cross Signals 40% Risk Despite Bull Signals

Polymarket Nears $200M Raise, Eyes $1B Valuation

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Polymarket Nears $200M Raise, Eyes $1B Valuation According to Bloomberg and Reuters, Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction platform, is close to raising $200 million in fresh funding, which may raise its valuation to the $1 billion "unicorn" level. Despite Polymarket's continuous regulatory issues in the United States, it is anticipated that Peter Thiel's Founders Fund would lead the investment round, indicating strong institutional trust. The FBI executed a search warrant on found... Polymarket Nears $200M Raise, Eyes $1B Valuation

Moonveil Content Creation Campaign: Earn Rewards for Creating Content

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Moonveil Content Creation Campaign: Earn Rewards for Creating Content Moonveil Studio is made up of experienced professionals who know the gaming industry inside and out. Their mission is to create high-quality games that blend easy-to-pick-up gameplay with real depth and lasting fun, all powered by the latest technology. The project has launched the "$MORE THAN EVER Content Creation Campaign." We can now create content about the project and earn rewards for it. Investments in the project: $11MInvestors: P... Coinatory cryptocurrencies news

Aptos, Jump Crypto Debut Shelby Web3 Cloud Storage

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Aptos, Jump Crypto Debut Shelby Web3 Cloud Storage Aptos Labs and Jump Crypto have launched a decentralized, high-performance cloud storage network named Shelby, aiming to redefine the infrastructure supporting Web3, AI, and decentralized applications. Positioned as a blockchain-native alternative to traditional cloud providers, Shelby marks the industry's latest push to decentralize cloud computing. Announced on Tuesday, Shelby is a chain-agnostic, globally distributed storage layer pow... crypto news today

ARK Invest Offloads $110M in Circle Stock Amid Price Surge

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ARK Invest Offloads $110M in Circle Stock Amid Price Surge Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has initiated a significant reduction in its exposure to Circle Internet Group (NYSE: CRCL), selling $109.6 million worth of stock just days after a prior $243 million divestment. ARK Invest continued its selloff of Circle shares on Monday, liquidating 415,844 shares valued at $109.6 million, according to regulatory disclosures. The transaction represents ARK’s fourth major divestment since June 16, occurring shortly ... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Norway Plans Bitcoin Mining Ban by 2025

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Norway Plans Bitcoin Mining Ban by 2025 The Norwegian government is advancing a proposal to temporarily ban the construction of new data centers dedicated to energy-intensive cryptocurrency mining—specifically those employing proof-of-work (PoW) systems, such as Bitcoin. The measure is expected to come into effect by fall 2025, subject to final approval. The move, confirmed by Norway’s Minister of Digitalization Karianne Tung via a statement to Reuters, is aimed at reallocatin... cryptonews

Join the NEWT Airdrop+ Launch on MEXC: Share $80,000 in NEWT & 50,000 USDT

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Join the NEWT Airdrop+ Launch on MEXC: Share $80,000 in NEWT & 50,000 USDT To celebrate the listing of NEWT on Mexc, users can join an event with a total prize pool of $80,000 in NEWT and 50,000 USDT. By completing simple tasks like depositing 100 USDT or trading NEWT on spot (≥ $100) or futures (≥ $500), users can earn token rewards. Additional challenges include a Spot Trading Challenge (≥ $2,000 volume for up to $500 in NEWT) and a Futures Challenge (≥ $20,000 volume for up to $5,000 in USDT bonuses). The campaign ... cryptocurrency news

Senate Dems Unveil COIN Act to Block Trump’s Crypto Gains

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Senate Dems Unveil COIN Act to Block Trump’s Crypto Gains In a strategic move to curb potential ethical overreach, Senator Adam Schiff (D–CA), along with nine Democratic colleagues, has introduced the Curbing Officials’ Income and Nondisclosure (COIN) Act. The legislation seeks to “prevent financial exploitation of digital assets” by public officials—including the President and First Family—following reports of former President Trump’s crypto-related earnings. Bill Highlights: Prohibits issuance... Coinatory

Upcoming economic events 24 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 24 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious05:002 pointsBoJ Core CPI (YoY)2.5%2.4%11:152 pointsECB's De Guindos Speaks--------------------12:302 pointsCurrent Account (Q1)-444.0B-303.9B13:002 pointsS&P/CS HPI Composite - 20 n.s.a. (MoM) (Apr)----------1.1%13:002 pointsS&P/CS HPI Composite - 20 n.s.a. (YoY) (Apr)4.2%4.1%13:002 pointsECB President Lagarde Speaks--------------------13:552 pointsECB's Lane Speaks-------------------... cryptocurrency news today

Strategy Acquires $26M Bitcoin Amid Geopolitical Sell‑Off

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Strategy Acquires $26M Bitcoin Amid Geopolitical Sell‑Off Michael Saylor’s firm, Strategy, the world’s largest public Bitcoin holder, reinforced its bullish stance by acquiring 245 Bitcoin—representing a $26 million investment—during the week ending Sunday, as global geopolitical tensions triggered a market pullback. According to filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission released Monday, Strategy averaged $105,856 per Bitcoin. The cryptocurrency slid from approximately $108,900 on Jun... Coinatory cryptonews

Crypto Exchange OKX Eyes U.S. IPO

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Crypto Exchange OKX Eyes U.S. IPO According to reports, cryptocurrency exchange OKX is thinking about doing an IPO in the US, highlighting its calculated move into one of the most profitable financial markets in the world. The action follows the firm's establishment of a regional headquarters in San Jose, California, and its settlement of more than $500 million with the U.S. Department of Justice for alleged violations of money transmission regulations. Haider Rafique, C... Coinatory

Sahara & OKX Airdrop: Win a Share of 28,000,000 $SAHARA

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Sahara & OKX Airdrop: Win a Share of 28,000,000 $SAHARA Sahara AI and OKX have launched an exclusive airdrop campaign with a massive prize pool of 28,000,000 $SAHARA tokens. The campaign features two reward pools tailored for different participants. Pool A is designed for early Sahara AI contributors who previously interacted with the platform. By connecting their wallet and submitting OKX account details, eligible users can receive rewards after the Token Generation Event (TGE). Pool B targets new O... cryptonews today

Ethereum Whale Loads $39M ETH, Charts a 25% Rebound

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Ethereum Whale Loads $39M ETH, Charts a 25% Rebound Despite a sharp downturn in cryptocurrency markets triggered by escalating geopolitical tensions, a high-net-worth Ethereum whale has accumulated approximately $39 million in Ether (ETH), signaling strong long-term confidence. This strategic acquisition occurred as Ether experienced a steep 12.8% decline, significantly underperforming Bitcoin, which dropped by just 4.7% over the same period. On June 22, a wallet identified as 0x7355...213 exe... Coinatory news

Upcoming economic events 23 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 23 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious00:302 pointsau Jibun Bank Services PMI (Jun)----------51.007:002 pointsFed Waller Speaks--------------------08:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Manufacturing PMI (Jun)49.649.408:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Composite PMI (Jun)50.550.208:002 pointsHCOB Eurozone Services PMI (Jun)50.049.713:002 pointsECB President Lagarde Speaks--------------------13:453 pointsS&P Global Manufacturing PMI (Jun)51.152.013... Coinatory cryptocurrencies news

Solana Foundation Partners With Kazakhstan on Web3 Zone

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Solana Foundation Partners With Kazakhstan on Web3 Zone In an effort to promote blockchain innovation, digital assets, and institutional participation, the Solana Foundation and the Kazakh government have formally partnered to create the first Solana Economic Zone (SEZ KZ) in Central Asia. The country's desire to expedite digital transformation was highlighted in Astana by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Kazakhstan's Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aero... crypto news

Solana SOL May Drop to $120, But On‑Chain Data Shows Strength

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Solana SOL May Drop to $120, But On‑Chain Data Shows Strength Solana (SOL) Eyes $120 Correction, But On‑Chain Fundamentals Signal Long‑Term Strength Solana (SOL) is currently signaling a potential drop to the $120 level, driven by a classic head‑and‑shoulders formation on the daily chart. However, while technical indicators suggest bearish momentum, underlying on‑chain data reveals enduring investor confidence and robust network activity—factors that could support a long‑term rebound. As of writing, ... cryptocurrency news Coinatory

Michael Saylor Forecasts Bitcoin at $21M by 2046 — A Strategic Paradigm Shift

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Michael Saylor Forecasts Bitcoin at $21M by 2046 — A Strategic Paradigm Shift Strategy’s Michael Saylor Projects Bitcoin at $21 Million by 2046 Amid Geopolitical Surge Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), reaffirmed his long-term bullish stance on Bitcoin during a keynote address at BTC Prague 2025. In a bold projection, Saylor predicted that the cryptocurrency could reach $21 million per coin by 2046, citing an unprecedented convergence of geopolitical, regulatory, and institutional... Coinatory crypto news

Circle Employees Lose $3 B in IPO Despite 700% Stock Surge

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Circle Employees Lose $3 B in IPO Despite 700% Stock Surge Circle (CRCL) stock witnessed a further 20% surge on Friday and has surged approximately 700% since its IPO earlier this month. Yet, billionaire investor Chamath Palihapitiya highlighted a stark irony: Circle’s employees absorbed nearly $3 billion in losses due to the company’s choice of a conventional IPO over a SPAC merger. The traditional route compelled employees to liquidate 14.4 million shares as part of the listing process, creating sign... Coinatory news

CoinMarketCap Eliminates Wallet‑Verification Phishing Scam

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CoinMarketCap Eliminates Wallet‑Verification Phishing Scam According to an announcement on its X account, CoinMarketCap, the top cryptocurrency price-tracking platform, has quickly fixed and removed a fraudulent popup that asked users to "verify wallet" on its official website. "We've identified and removed the malicious code from our site," the company said on Friday. It also stated that an internal investigation is in progress and that more security measures are being put in place to strengthe... Coinatory

French Kidnapping Over Ledger Crypto Wallet Sparks Global 'Wrench Attack' Concern

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French Kidnapping Over Ledger Crypto Wallet Sparks Global 'Wrench Attack' Concern In the latest example of a so‑called “wrench attack,” a 23‑year‑old cryptocurrency enthusiast was reportedly abducted in Maisons‑Alfort, a suburb southeast of Paris, earlier this week. According to Le Parisien, the assailants held the victim captive for several hours and coerced his partner into handing over €5,000 (~$5,764) in cash, along with access credentials to a Ledger hardware wallet containing undisclosed crypto holdings. The assailan... cryptonews today

Bitcoin Retail Sentiment Hits “Peak FUD,” Bulls vs Bears Split

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Bitcoin Retail Sentiment Hits “Peak FUD,” Bulls vs Bears Split Bitcoin’s retail sentiment has plunged to its lowest level since April, with traders nearly evenly divided between bullish and bearish expectations. The development marks what crypto analytics firm Santiment describes as a period of “peak FUD” — fear, uncertainty, and doubt. According to Santiment’s marketing director Brian Quinlivan, the ratio of bullish to bearish comments on social media has fallen to 1.03 to 1. This marks the weakest... Bitcoin Retail Sentiment Hits “Peak FUD,” Bulls vs Bears Split Coinatory

BlackRock ETF Controls 3.25% of Bitcoin Supply Amid Slowing Retail Inflows

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BlackRock ETF Controls 3.25% of Bitcoin Supply Amid Slowing Retail Inflows BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF, the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), has amassed nearly $70 billion in assets under management, signaling a clear shift toward institutional accumulation even as retail investor inflows ebb. The ETF now controls approximately $69.7 billion worth of Bitcoin—equal to 3.25% of the total BTC supply—while capturing over 54.7% of the U.S. market share in spot Bitcoin ETFs. Combined, these funds represent 6.12% of the curr... Coinatory crypto news

Bank of Korea Governor Open to Won‑Stablecoin, Warns of FX Risks

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Bank of Korea Governor Open to Won‑Stablecoin, Warns of FX Risks The governor of the Bank of Korea, Rhee Chang‑yong, has publicly indicated that while he is not opposed to a won‑pegged stablecoin, he remains cautious of potential foreign-exchange volatility. At a Reuters‑covered press event on Wednesday, Rhee cautioned that such a token “could make it easier to swap them for dollar stablecoins rather than reducing the use of dollar stablecoins. That in turn could increase demand for dollar stablecoins and com... Coinatory cryptocurrency news

North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Jobs With Malware

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North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Jobs With Malware A North Korea-aligned cyber espionage group has launched a new wave of targeted attacks on cryptocurrency professionals, deploying malware designed to harvest sensitive credentials from digital wallets and password managers. The campaign has been attributed to “Famous Chollima,” also known as “Wagemole,” a threat actor previously linked to North Korea, according to a report from Cisco Talos released Wednesday. The attack leverages a Pyth... Coinatory crypto news

Pengu Clash Airdrop Guide: New Telegram Game from the Creators of Pudgy Penguins

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Pengu Clash Airdrop Guide: New Telegram Game from the Creators of Pudgy Penguins Pengu Clash is a multiplayer game on Telegram created by the Pudgy Penguins NFT brand. Released in early access on May 3, 2025, it runs on the TON blockchain and uses Elympics tech to offer fast, skill-based gameplay. Players compete in 1v1 mini-games like darts, football, and bomber using customizable penguin characters called “Pengus.” Unlike many crypto games, Pengu Clash follows a “Play2Win” model that focuses on skill, not spending.... Pengu Clash Airdrop Guide: New Telegram Game from the Creators of Pudgy Penguins

X to Launch Payments & Investments in‑App by 2025

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X to Launch Payments & Investments in‑App by 2025 Elon Musk’s X is preparing a sweeping integration of financial services within its platform—allowing its estimated 600 million users to pay, invest, and manage funds directly inside the app, according to CEO Linda Yaccarino in an interview with the Financial Times. Yaccarino emphasized that users will “be able to transact whole life on the platform,” signaling a shift toward a unified commerce and financial ecosystem. Test launches of X Mone... Coinatory news

Upcoming economic events 20 June 2025

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Upcoming economic events 20 June 2025 Time(GMT+0/UTC+0)StateImportanceEventForecastPrevious01:002 pointsChina Loan Prime Rate 5Y (Jun)3.50%3.50%01:152 pointsPBoC Loan Prime Rate3.00%3.00%08:002 pointsECB Economic Bulletin--------------------10:002 pointsEurogroup Meetings--------------------12:303 pointsPhiladelphia Fed Manufacturing Index (Jun)-1.7-4.012:302 pointsPhilly Fed Employment (Jun)----------16.514:002 pointsUS Leading Index (MoM) (May)-0.1%-1.0%17:002 pointsU.S. Baker Hug... Coinatory cryptonews