The European Union has approved anti-money laundering rules that will ban regulated crypto firms from supporting privacy coins while leaving direct Bitcoin transfers between private wallets outside the scope of mandatory identification requirements. Summary EU AML rules will bar regulated crypto firms from supporting privacy coins starting July 2027. Bitcoin transfers between self-hosted wallets remain…
You’ve probably used VLC Media Player, the free video player with the orange traffic-cone icon — it’s been downloaded more than 6 billion times. But according to its lead developer, Jean-Baptiste Kempf, robots will soon be almost as ubiquitous as his open source video software. Convinced that “hundreds of millions of robots and drones” will…
Key Takeaways Coinbase unveiled a slate of new market-focused products, hinting at a broader vision for how users access and interact with financial assets. Base gained private transactions, adding another layer to its evolving ecosystem for developers and users. Looking ahead, emerging AI-driven financial tools could open new possibilities across the platform in ways that…
In crypto news today (June 19), Bitcoin has fallen another -2% overnight, dropping below $64,000, with ETF flows bleeding once more, while Michael Saylor’s STRC stock continues to crash, fueling fears that Strategy will be forced to dump Bitcoin to stabilize the STRC price. Liquidations have picked up, with over $452M over the past 24-hours…
Google just turned its smart speaker into a household AI. With the launch of the new Gemini-powered Google Home Speaker, the company is moving beyond the command-and-response model that defined voice assistants for years. Instead of relying on specific instructions, the device is designed to understand context, maintain conversations, and handle more complex requests throughout…
The global cryptocurrency markets are flashing high-alert warning signs this week. Regulatory bodies across Europe and Asia are introducing sweeping enforcement adjustments, market data highlights historically deep sell pressure, and cyber-laundering sweeps are securing multi-million dollar asset freezes. Here are the news you may have missed this week: 🏛️ Macro Policy & Regulatory Pressures U.S….
Cardone Capital has purchased another 282 Bitcoin worth about $18 million as the cryptocurrency market has retreated toward recent lows amid rising geopolitical tensions. Summary Cardone Capital bought another 282 BTC worth about $18 million as Bitcoin traded near $62,000. The firm uses rental income from multifamily properties to fund ongoing Bitcoin purchases. Grant Cardone…
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Key Takeaways Ex-Ethereum Foundation contributor Trent Van Epps warns of a funding crunch for core developers within 3 to 9 months. He says maintaining Ethereum’s core development costs about $30 million a year amid foundation spending cuts. The warning follows eight senior researcher departures from the Ethereum Foundation in 2026, five of them in May….
In Bitcoin news today, Russia’s crypto regulation deadline is no longer abstract. On July 1, 2026, the country will formally legalize Bitcoin and stablecoin payments for cross-border trade, the culmination of a two-year pilot that already processed roughly $11Bn in crypto-facilitated commerce last year, according to figures cited by state news agency TASS. The central…
