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Thailand issues arrest warrant for Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng over $300M crypto laundering network
Thailand issues arrest warrant for Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng over $300M crypto laundering network

The arrest warrant highlights the urgent need for enhanced international cooperation and stricter regulations in the cryptocurrency sector. The post Thailand issues arrest warrant for Chinese businessman Wang Yicheng over $300M crypto laundering network appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

MemeCore crashes 75% as ZachXBT revives manipulation claims
MemeCore crashes 75% as ZachXBT revives manipulation claims

MemeCore plunged 75% to $0.72 as ZachXBT revived manipulation claims and traders questioned exchange listings and thin liquidity.

Bitcoin Falls Below $60K as Tech Selloff Deepens Crypto Bear Market
Bitcoin Falls Below $60K as Tech Selloff Deepens Crypto Bear Market

Bitcoin fell below $60,000 to its lowest level since October 2024, trading near $59,000 as a second day of tech-stock selling hit risk assets, though steady institutional buying cushioned the slide. The post Bitcoin Falls Below $60K as Tech Selloff Deepens Crypto Bear Market appeared first on Crypto News Australia.

Greatest Token Alive $GTA surges 500% after Solana launch, Binance Wallet listing
Greatest Token Alive $GTA surges 500% after Solana launch, Binance Wallet listing

The $GTA surge highlights meme coin volatility, driven by speculative interest and cultural hype, with potential for sharp declines post-hype. The post Greatest Token Alive $GTA surges 500% after Solana launch, Binance Wallet listing appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

A Solana meme token named after Australia’s World Cup coach is exactly as useful as it sounds
A Solana meme token named after Australia’s World Cup coach is exactly as useful as it sounds

The rise of meme tokens like $POPOVIC highlights the speculative nature of crypto, underscoring the need for cautious investment strategies. The post A Solana meme token named after Australia’s World Cup coach is exactly as useful as it sounds appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Thailand seeks arrest of fugitive Chinese businessman over illegal crypto mining
Thailand seeks arrest of fugitive Chinese businessman over illegal crypto mining

The case underscores the growing need for international cooperation to combat sophisticated transnational crypto crimes and financial fraud. The post Thailand seeks arrest of fugitive Chinese businessman over illegal crypto mining appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bank Cards May Be Obsolete by 2030 as Tokens and Biometrics Move In
Bank Cards May Be Obsolete by 2030 as Tokens and Biometrics Move In

Mastercard wants payments to move beyond plastic by 2030, replacing traditional card numbers with unique transaction tokens and approving purchases with biometrics such as fingerprints and facial recognition. The company says the shift should speed checkout and reduce fraud, but it also raises worries about reliability in all-digital systems and...

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Standard Chartered Sees AAVE Soaring 50x to $3,500 by 2030

Standard Chartered initiated coverage of Aave with a $3,500 target for AAVE by 2030, implying roughly 50x upside, citing a projected recovery in DeFi lending and growth in tokenised real-world assets. The post Standard Chartered Sees AAVE Soaring 50x to $3,500 by 2030 appeared first on Crypto News Australia.

Real Madrid maintains stance on Aurélien Tchouaméni amid transfer rumors
Real Madrid maintains stance on Aurélien Tchouaméni amid transfer rumors

Real Madrid's firm stance on Tchouamni highlights the club's strategic focus on long-term squad stability over immediate financial gains. The post Real Madrid maintains stance on Aurélien Tchouaméni amid transfer rumors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

US arbitration giant rolls out ‘legal layer’ for agentic commerce
US arbitration giant rolls out ‘legal layer’ for agentic commerce

As agentic AI transactions increase, “we need to know there’s a clear answer to what happens if something goes wrong,” said Mance Harmon, co-founder of Hedera.

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Bitcoin Is 'Over,' Google's Ex-Tech Lead Says

Shyu claims that Bitcoin's brutal 50% crash from its October peak of $120,000 to the low $60,000s caught him completely off guard due to being heavily overleveraged.

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Ripple Wins MiCA Milestone as Binance Shifts EU Licensing Strategy

Europe's crypto regulatory framework is driving major moves from industry players as firms position themselves for cross-border operations. The post Ripple Wins MiCA Milestone as Binance Shifts EU Licensing Strategy appeared first on Crypto News Australia.

Tower Semiconductor briefly becomes Israel’s most valuable company at $38B
Tower Semiconductor briefly becomes Israel’s most valuable company at $38B

Tower Semiconductor's brief valuation peak highlights the volatile nature of AI-driven markets and the strategic importance of silicon photonics. The post Tower Semiconductor briefly becomes Israel’s most valuable company at $38B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Major Ripple (XRP) Adoption News for Users in Japan: Details
Major Ripple (XRP) Adoption News for Users in Japan: Details

Meanwhile, RLUSD continues to rise in terms of usage and market cap, hitting $1.6 billion on CG.

World Cup 2026 kicks off crypto’s biggest sports bet yet as prediction markets top $2B
World Cup 2026 kicks off crypto’s biggest sports bet yet as prediction markets top $2B

The surge in prediction market activity during the World Cup 2026 could solidify crypto's role in sports betting, influencing future market dynamics. The post World Cup 2026 kicks off crypto’s biggest sports bet yet as prediction markets top $2B appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Federal Reserve Balance Sheet Rises to $6.74 Trillion
Federal Reserve Balance Sheet Rises to $6.74 Trillion

The post Federal Reserve Balance Sheet Rises to $6.74 Trillion appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Federal Reserve’s total assets increased by $11 billion in the week ending June 17, reaching $6.74 trillion, the highest level since March 2025. The increase was driven by a rise in Treasury holdings to $4.49 trillion, while mortgage-backed...

Crypto Market Cap Falls $2.3 Trillion From October 2025 Peak
Crypto Market Cap Falls $2.3 Trillion From October 2025 Peak

The post Crypto Market Cap Falls $2.3 Trillion From October 2025 Peak appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The total cryptocurrency market value dropped from a record $4.3 trillion in October 2025 to about $2.0 trillion in June 2026, wiping out more than $2.3 trillion. Bitcoin fell about 52–54% from its record high, Ethereum declined 65–67%,...

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Bitcoin Miners Face Mounting Pressure as Revenue Slumps Below Production Costs

A growing share of miners is running below break-even, prompting difficulty adjustments and large-scale BTC sales to cover costs. The post Bitcoin Miners Face Mounting Pressure as Revenue Slumps Below Production Costs appeared first on Crypto News Australia.

Steve Clarke walks out of BBC interview after Scotland’s 3-0 World Cup loss to Brazil
Steve Clarke walks out of BBC interview after Scotland’s 3-0 World Cup loss to Brazil

Clarke's abrupt exit highlights the emotional toll of leadership under pressure and raises questions about Scotland's future World Cup strategies. The post Steve Clarke walks out of BBC interview after Scotland’s 3-0 World Cup loss to Brazil appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Pump.fun’s token factory has a 69% launch-day death rate: CoinGecko
Pump.fun’s token factory has a 69% launch-day death rate: CoinGecko

CoinGecko says 68.67% of Pump.fun tokens stopped trading on launch day, while only 4.55% lasted over 90 days since Jan. 2024.

SpaceX tokenized stock bets top $50M in liquidations as crypto leverage reaches Wall Street
SpaceX tokenized stock bets top $50M in liquidations as crypto leverage reaches Wall Street

The SpaceX-linked perp put crypto's 24/7 leverage cycle around equity exposure still searching for a stable public-market anchor. The post SpaceX tokenized stock bets top $50M in liquidations as crypto leverage reaches Wall Street appeared first on CryptoSlate.

House Democrats question SEC on oversight of AI investment advisors
House Democrats question SEC on oversight of AI investment advisors

Increased scrutiny on AI investment advisors may lead to stricter regulations, impacting transparency and accountability in financial markets. The post House Democrats question SEC on oversight of AI investment advisors appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Live markets: Bitcoin, ether lead $1 billion liquidation losses as AI trade keeps going
Live markets: Bitcoin, ether lead $1 billion liquidation losses as AI trade keeps going

A liquidation flush took bitcoin to its lowest since early June before Micron's blowout earnings and SK Hynix's U.S. listing plans steadied the AI trade that crypto had been sliding alongside.

The Kalecki-Levy equation explains why US profit booms create awkward trade-offs for government and markets
The Kalecki-Levy equation explains why US profit booms create awkward trade-offs for government and markets

US profit booms driven by deficits risk unsustainable debt levels, potentially triggering fiscal tightening that could impact markets broadly. The post The Kalecki-Levy equation explains why US profit booms create awkward trade-offs for government and markets appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Brutal Bitcoin Liquidation Cascade Imminent Below $59K, Warns Analyst
Brutal Bitcoin Liquidation Cascade Imminent Below $59K, Warns Analyst

Bitcoin could fall further and faster if a large stack of long positions gets liquidated just below current prices, warns one analyst.

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Pi Network Price Forecast: PI could see further weakness ahead of Pi2Day

Pi Network (PI) price remains under downside pressure amid declining social interest, likely influenced by the broader market risk-off sentiment. The upcoming Pi2Day on Sunday marks the first-year anniversary of Pi App Studio, Ecosystem Directory Staking, and other network updates.

Micron and Qualcomm forecasts drive $400B AI chip stock rally
Micron and Qualcomm forecasts drive $400B AI chip stock rally

The AI chip stock rally underscores the growing demand for AI infrastructure, potentially reshaping tech investment strategies globally. The post Micron and Qualcomm forecasts drive $400B AI chip stock rally appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Coinbase opens Luxembourg MiCA hub as EU deadline nears
Coinbase opens Luxembourg MiCA hub as EU deadline nears

Coinbase opens its Luxembourg MiCA hub, giving the exchange EU-wide crypto access as Ripple advances licensing and Binance faces pressure.

House Democrats seek SEC answers on AI investment advisers
House Democrats seek SEC answers on AI investment advisers

House Democrats have questioned the SEC over trading platforms offering AI agent advisers making “consequential investment decisions on behalf of retail investors.”

Coinbase Secures Luxembourg MiCA License, Gains Access to All 27 EU Countries
Coinbase Secures Luxembourg MiCA License, Gains Access to All 27 EU Countries

The post Coinbase Secures Luxembourg MiCA License, Gains Access to All 27 EU Countries appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Coinbase, the largest U.S. crypto exchange, has secured a MiCA license from Luxembourg’s financial regulator, giving it the green light to offer regulated crypto services across all 27 European Union countries. The...

MemeCore's M token suddenly crashes 80% with no clear trigger
MemeCore's M token suddenly crashes 80% with no clear trigger

The token fell from nearly $3 to about $0.50 in hours, wiping out close to $3 billion in market value, with no exploit or announcement to explain it. Onchain investigator ZachXBT warned in April that M's price had been propped up by insiders.

Coinbase CEO says broken finance is pushing users to crypto
Coinbase CEO says broken finance is pushing users to crypto

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says crypto has bipartisan momentum as the exchange eyes more deals after its $2.9b Deribit acquisition closes.

CFTC Sues Kentucky to Shield Kalshi and Polymarket – the First Republican-Led State It’s Targeted
CFTC Sues Kentucky to Shield Kalshi and Polymarket – the First Republican-Led State It’s Targeted

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) sued Kentucky in federal court on June 23 to block the state’s crackdown on Kalshi and Polymarket – its ninth such suit since April, and the first against a state with a Republican attorney general. The first red state in the crosshairs The Commodity Futures Trading Commission filed a […]

Europeans cut spending amid inflation fears, hurting economy
Europeans cut spending amid inflation fears, hurting economy

Consumer spending cuts in Europe, driven by inflation fears, risk stalling economic growth and complicating central bank policy responses. The post Europeans cut spending amid inflation fears, hurting economy appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

World Cup dead rubber becomes crypto’s live wire as USMNT faces Turkiye
World Cup dead rubber becomes crypto’s live wire as USMNT faces Turkiye

The World Cup's crypto integration highlights potential for sustained fan engagement and financial growth, despite past post-event drop-offs. The post World Cup dead rubber becomes crypto’s live wire as USMNT faces Turkiye appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Here’s what happened in crypto today
Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.

Marco Rubio visits Bahrain seeking Gulf backing for Iran deal as crypto markets rally on de-escalation
Marco Rubio visits Bahrain seeking Gulf backing for Iran deal as crypto markets rally on de-escalation

The Iran deal's potential to stabilize energy markets and boost crypto hinges on sustained Gulf cooperation and geopolitical de-escalation. The post Marco Rubio visits Bahrain seeking Gulf backing for Iran deal as crypto markets rally on de-escalation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Top Chinese Bitcoin miner sees BTC bottom at $42k-$44k in late 2026
Top Chinese Bitcoin miner sees BTC bottom at $42k-$44k in late 2026

Jiang Zhuoer says Bitcoin may bottom at $42k-$44k in late 2026, citing Strategy mNAV near 2022 lows as BTC tests weak support levels today.

Japan’s $2.3T investment plan raises concerns over JGB yields
Japan’s $2.3T investment plan raises concerns over JGB yields

Japan's investment plan may trigger global bond market shifts, affecting currency values and investor strategies, with potential crypto impacts. The post Japan’s $2.3T investment plan raises concerns over JGB yields appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin launches in Japan after regulatory approval
Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin launches in Japan after regulatory approval

Ripple's RLUSD launch in Japan could catalyze broader stablecoin adoption in Asia, enhancing cross-border transactions and financial innovation. The post Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin launches in Japan after regulatory approval appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Ali al-Hamadi draws on tough Liverpool upbringing for World Cup challenge
Ali al-Hamadi draws on tough Liverpool upbringing for World Cup challenge

Al-Hamadi's journey underscores the transformative power of sports in bridging cultural divides and inspiring national pride on a global stage. The post Ali al-Hamadi draws on tough Liverpool upbringing for World Cup challenge appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin Bear Market Now 233 Days In, Mildest Cycle Yet
Bitcoin Bear Market Now 233 Days In, Mildest Cycle Yet

Bitcoin's current bear market has lasted 233 days, with a 51.2% drawdown—its mildest yet. Recovery could take months as BTC trades 22% below its 200D MA. (Read More)

Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin goes live in Japan after regulatory approval
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin goes live in Japan after regulatory approval

Japan's financial regulator cleared the U.S. dollar-backed token as a new category of payment instrument, letting SBI VC Trade offer it to institutions and retail. RLUSD remains small, at about $1.7 billion.

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XRP Price Forecast: Ripple and SBI Group partner to launch RLUSD in Japan

Ripple (XRP) remains under pressure, trading at $1.06 on Thursday after losing nearly 5% so far this week. Ripple and SBI Group partnered to launch RLUSD stablecoin in Japan following approval from the Japan Financial Services Agency (JFSA) on Thursday, but the move failed to lift sentiment.

Bitcoin faces $10.6B options expiry as 80% of positions sit underwater
Bitcoin faces $10.6B options expiry as 80% of positions sit underwater

The impending Bitcoin options expiry could trigger significant market volatility, impacting investor sentiment and future trading strategies. The post Bitcoin faces $10.6B options expiry as 80% of positions sit underwater appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AMD Powers 4 of Top 10 Supercomputers, Expands HPC Leadership
AMD Powers 4 of Top 10 Supercomputers, Expands HPC Leadership

AMD dominates with EPYC CPUs and Instinct GPUs, powering 4 of the top 10 most powerful and most efficient supercomputers globally. (Read More)

Thailand expects record $366B in exports this year as AI boosts electronics demand
Thailand expects record $366B in exports this year as AI boosts electronics demand

Thailand's export boom, driven by AI demand and supply chain shifts, signals long-term economic growth but risks over-reliance on electronics. The post Thailand expects record $366B in exports this year as AI boosts electronics demand appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Bitcoin has a new line in the sand. Thursday’s core PCE could stress test it.
Bitcoin has a new line in the sand. Thursday’s core PCE could stress test it.

The market has found a new support level and it could be tested following Thursday's U.S. inflation data.

South Korea risks World Cup exit after coach’s gamble on Son Heung-Min
South Korea risks World Cup exit after coach’s gamble on Son Heung-Min

South Korea's World Cup hopes hang by a thread, highlighting the risks of controversial coaching decisions and media distractions. The post South Korea risks World Cup exit after coach’s gamble on Son Heung-Min appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AMD Named Top AI Server CPU Vendor by Gartner
AMD Named Top AI Server CPU Vendor by Gartner

Gartner positions AMD as the AI server CPU leader, citing EPYC’s technical capabilities and alignment with enterprise AI demands. (Read More)