ESMA Tells Unauthorized Crypto Firms to Wind Down as MiCA Deadline Hits in 3 Days

Key Takeaways European regulators require unauthorized crypto firms to halt new customer onboarding and prepare orderly market exits. Clients should confirm providers appear in the ESMA Register or transfer assets to authorized alternatives. Coordinated enforcement with national authorities could increase after MiCA’s transition period concludes. EU Regulator Orders Unapproved Crypto Firms to Halt New Clients…

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Brazil Proposes Mandatory 24-Hour Hold on Large Crypto Stablecoin Transactions

Key Takeaways Brazil proposed a 24-hour hold on stablecoins, hitting B2B markets, with comments due by July 2. The bank targeted $10,000+ stablecoin transfers, harming brokers, with final rules next up for review. New rules pause large crypto remittances, threatening institutional adoption, as feedback closes. Central Bank of Brazil Proposes Holding Stablecoin Remittances For Screening…

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Certik Joins XDC Network as Validator to Strengthen Trade Finance Infrastructure

Key Takeaways Certik joined the XDC Network as an institutional masternode validator under an MOU recently signed. Skynode introduces 24/7 proactive defenses to mitigate operational risks across the Web3 ecosystem. Next, XDC Network and Certik will develop a trusted infrastructure to scale institutional RWA tokenization. Hybrid Architecture and Security Controls Web3 security firm Certik has…

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Framework Ventures Raises $400 Million Fourth Fund as Crypto VC Pushes Into AI, Robotics and Energy

[key_takeaways] Key Takeaways: Framework Ventures closed a $400 million fourth fund, FVIV, that is oversubscribed and already about half deployed. Cofounders Vance Spencer and Michael Anderson are expanding into AI, robotics and energy beyond crypto. The firm led robotics startup Mecka AI’s $60 million round, signaling a frontier-tech pivot for the 2019-founded VC. [/key_takeaways] A…

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Grayscale Sees 2 Paths out of Bitcoin Bear Market as Key Catalysts Near

Key Takeaways Bitcoin’s sharp pullback has revived concern over whether the market has found a bottom. Grayscale says Fed decisions, Senate action, and Strategy’s balance sheet could shape sentiment. Institutional blockchain use, stablecoins, and tokenization remain central to the firm’s long-term view. Fed Policy, CLARITY Act, and Strategy Shape Bitcoin’s Next Move Bitcoin’s move below…

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Robert Kiyosaki Says Gold May Be Starting $35K Bull Run After Latest Purchase – Bitcoin News

Key Takeaways Gold jumped $62 after Robert Kiyosaki said he bought, as he pointed to technical analysis and a possible market turn. Jim Rickards’ gold forecast underpinned Kiyosaki’s bullish outlook amid rising economic pressure. Kiyosaki also signaled he is watching gold, silver, bitcoin, and ethereum for potential buying opportunities. Robert Kiyosaki Points Retail Investors Toward…

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Binance Pledges $3 Million in USDT to Aid Victims of Devastating Venezuela Earthquakes

Key Takeaways Binance Charity launched a $3M initiative to help Venezuelans after devastating twin earthquakes. Binance will ship $20 USDT vouchers within 30 days, aiding the affected population in accessing vital funds. Richard Teng waived transaction fees until July 2, prompting users to adopt Binance tools. Binance Charity Donates $3 Million To Support Venezuelans The…

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