Key Takeaways Strategy’s overhaul is designed to relieve near-term liquidity pressure while reducing the need for forced bitcoin sales. The plan includes a controversial BTC monetization tool that could permit limited sales if needed. New research suggests the company should focus on generating income from its bitcoin holdings rather than selling them. Why Selling Bitcoin…
Key Takeaways Visa, M-Pesa, and Onafriq launched a pilot in 2026 using stablecoins for mobile transactions in the DRC. Sub-Saharan remittances cost nearly 8%, making this blockchain initiative a major disruption for SWIFT. Next, partners like Yellow Card will test if digital dollars conflict with the Central Bank’s local franc push. Blockchain Meets Mobile Money…
Key Takeaways OKX launched a 20 USDT airdrop for earthquake victims, easing the financial burden on affected residents. Eligible La Guaira residents receive automatic credits, providing immediate crisis relief without hurdles. Following Binance’s $3M pledge, OKX’s move amplifies the role of crypto in global disaster relief efforts. OKX Opens Airdrop for Venezuelan Earthquake Victims OKX,…
Key Takeaways Bitcoin rebounded to $62,000 in early July after a sharp drop to a year-to-date low of $57,735. Crypto derivatives liquidations plunged to $31 million, stabilizing the broader $2.2 trillion market. An analyst warns a drop to $58,000 could trigger $2 billion in forced selling next. Liquidations Drop Sharply Amid Marginal Gains Bitcoin consolidated…
Key Takeaways NOBLE endorsed the Clarity Act on July 2, the first major law enforcement group to back the crypto bill. Senator Lummis is pressing for a July Senate vote, with a July 13-Aug. 7 window before the August recess. The bill needs 7 Democratic crossovers to reach 60 votes; Galaxy Research puts 2026 passage…
Key Takeaways Binance logged 166,000-plus ETH withdrawal transactions in one day, a 3-year high, per CryptoQuant’s Darkfost. Riot Platforms moved 500 BTC ($30.72M) to NYDIG custody, echoing a pattern that preceded 2026 sales. Binance’s netflow stayed positive at 12,938 ETH, a caution sign analysts say keeps selling risk on the table. A Record Day for…
Key Takeaways Trump reported at least $1.4 billion in 2025 crypto income, led by $635 million in TRUMP memecoin royalties. World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token trades near 5.7 cents, down about 72%, as ethics watchdogs cite conflicts. A pending OCC bank charter decision, expected in 2026, could further entangle Trump policy with family crypto profits….
Key Takeaways Santiment says the average XRP trader is down about 47%, a multi-year low flagged as a historic dip-buy setup. XRP’s 30-day MVRV sits at its weakest since December 2020, conditions that have often preceded relief rallies. Analysts eye a possible rebound toward $1.40, though Santiment warns weak readings alone do not ensure a…
Key Takeaways Brazil issued Resolution 580/2026 grouping VASPs into Type 3, matching brokerage rules as compliance costs jump. Crypto firms face strict capital and risk rules from Jan 1, 2027, next driving industry consolidation. VASPs will enter Segment 4 by June 30, 2028, losing low-risk perks as the bank next scales up monitoring. Central Bank…
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) will eliminate transaction fees for real-time fund transfers through the InstaPay network starting July 4. The policy update applies to transactions executed via its digital banking applications, RCBC Pulz and RCBC DiskarTech (, according to statements posted by the lender on July 3. The announcement follows a similar decision by…
