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Joseph Rees

Prominent Filipino Crypto Influencers Warn of Social Engineering Cyberattacks

Prominent Filipino cryptocurrency influencers recently reported separate attempts by cybercriminals to compromise their devices using sophisticated social engineering tactics. The warnings, issued by web3 content creator Icesteam Jimenez and financial educator Coach Miranda Miner or Arlone Abello in real life, detailed the growing trend of attackers using legitimate platforms like LinkedIn, Calendly, and Google Meet…

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Fhenix Combines With Sunscreen to Build Quantum-Resistant FHE for Finance, AI and Payments

Key Takeaways Fhenix has bought cryptographic developer Sunscreen to unite frontier Web3 research under one roof. Since 2022, Sunscreen has pushed FHE to become standard, critical infrastructure across Ethereum networks. Fhenix will deploy a quantum-safe privacy layer across 3 major networks, including Base and Arbitrum. A Shift in Web3 Privacy Infrastructure Blockchain privacy firm Fhenix…

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India Issues Notices to Telegram and Signal Over Username Features Amid Impersonation Concerns

Key Takeaways Indian authorities have sought detailed safety assessments from Telegram and Signal regarding username-based identity features. Concerns center on whether usernames could increase impersonation risks and enable fraudulent activity across messaging apps. Regulatory review continues alongside WhatsApp directives, leaving final rollout decisions dependent on ongoing consultations. Regulatory Scrutiny Expands Over Username Features on Messaging…

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Senate Urged to Vote on CLARITY Act Before August Recess as Lawmakers Return July 13

Key Takeaways Supporters are warning that failure to schedule a CLARITY Act vote before the window closes could stall the bill for an extended period. Backers argue the legislation is critical to resolving oversight gaps, establishing registration pathways, and enforcing consumer protections and compliance standards. Analysts caution that without a scheduled Senate vote, procedural movement,…

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Metaplanet Buys 2,823 Bitcoins for $225M as Treasury Reaches 43,000 BTC Holdings

Key Takeaways Metaplanet Inc. added 2,823 BTC in Q2 2026, lifting holdings to 43,000 BTC. The firm’s BTC options unit earned $10.95M, signaling growing market impact. Officials said 2026 guidance stays unchanged as Metaplanet expands crypto strategy. Treasury Growth and Portfolio Value Japanese listed bitcoin treasury, Metaplanet Inc., announced on July 1 that it purchased…

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Euroclear Sues in Brussels to Block Moscow Court Ruling on $232 Billion in Russian Assets

Key Takeaways Euroclear sued to void a Russian asset ruling, exposing global clearing risks as Brussels next decides. Russia ordered $232B in assets unblocked, bypassing EU law as Nabiullina next deploys legal tactics. The dispute risks asset seizures abroad, threatening clearance markets as global legal battles next grow. Euroclear Introduces Lawsuit Against the Central Bank…

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Ondo Brings Blackrock IVV ETF and Micron Shares Onchain in US Regulatory First

Key Takeaways Ondo Finance tokenized Blackrock’s IVV ETF and Micron shares in a U.S. regulatory first on July 2. Broadridge will run proxy voting for Ondo’s tokens through its Proxyvote.com platform. Ondo’s Global Markets platform already tokenizes over $1 billion across 430+ stocks and ETFs abroad. Ondo announced the launch on Thursday, working with Broadridge…

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