Zcash Ironwood Fork: Can ZEC Turn a Security Scare Into a Privacy-Coin Comeback?
NU6.2 hard fork at block 3,364,600 fixed Zcash’s Orchard bug; Ironwood aims for late July. ZEC fell 40% then bounced 45%. Key risks and catalysts ahead.
By Lena Carter 7/2/2026, 6:33:28 AM
AAVE’s 1,806-Wallet Shock: Why DeFi’s Comeback Is Showing Up Before Price
1,806 new wallets hit Aave’s Ethereum pool in 24 hours as TVL hovers near $12.6B and V4 passes $200M deposits. On-chain traction is building before price.
By Ethan Caldwell 7/2/2026, 6:33:14 AM
Theo Invests $20 Million in Fidelity’s Tokenized Fund to Expand Onchain Treasuries
Theo has allocated $20 million from its thBILL product into Fidelity International’s tokenized USD Digital Liquidity Fund. The move makes thBILL one of the few onchain Treasury products backed by instruments from both Fidelity International and Wellington Management. Sygnum Supports Theo’s $20 Million Move Into Fidelity’s Tokenized Treasury Fund...
By Emmanuel Musa 7/2/2026, 6:30:26 AM
Russia suggests Ukraine may have used ballistic missile in combat for the first time
Ukraine's potential use of ballistic missiles could escalate tensions, prompting diplomatic shifts and impacting global markets and policies. The post Russia suggests Ukraine may have used ballistic missile in combat for the first time appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 6:28:31 AM
Ethereum Institutional leads adoption push with BitMine, SharpLink and Lubin backing
Ethereum Institutional launched as a non-profit backed by BitMine, SharpLink and Joe Lubin to support Ethereum adoption by finance firms.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 6:22:51 AM
Bank of England advances plan to limit hedge fund leverage in gilt repo market
Limiting hedge fund leverage in the gilt repo market aims to enhance financial stability but may drive trading offshore, complicating global regulation. The post Bank of England advances plan to limit hedge fund leverage in gilt repo market appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 6:21:57 AM
US naval forces protect supertanker transits in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict
U.S. naval protection in the Strait of Hormuz may stabilize shipping routes, reducing market risk and encouraging traffic normalization. The post US naval forces protect supertanker transits in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 6:21:57 AM
XRP edges higher as whale activity rises while retail traders stay cautious
New wallet creation hit a three-month high and large-holder activity strengthened, but XRP still needs to reclaim $1.10 before the recovery looks convincing.
By Shaurya Malwa 7/2/2026, 6:20:31 AM
600 foreign journalists to cover Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral in Iran
The extensive media coverage of Khamenei's funeral highlights global interest in Iran's political future amid potential leadership shifts. The post 600 foreign journalists to cover Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral in Iran appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 6:19:03 AM
Fed expected to hold interest rates through 2026 amid inflation concerns
The Fed's rate hold may stabilize markets but could limit economic growth and flexibility in responding to future economic shocks. The post Fed expected to hold interest rates through 2026 amid inflation concerns appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 6:19:00 AM
Solana Price Climbs 10% as Whales Say SOL a ‘Massive Opportunity’
The post Solana Price Climbs 10% as Whales Say SOL a ‘Massive Opportunity’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Solana is beginning to regain momentum after weeks of heavy selling pressure. The seventh-largest cryptocurrency has climbed more than 10% over the past week, outperforming several large-cap altcoins as buyers returned near major...
By Shubham Vishwakarma 7/2/2026, 6:18:34 AM
Ethereum Execs Launch Non-Profit to Accelerate Institutional Adoption
An independent non-profit dedicated to accelerating the institutional adoption of Ethereum has been established.
By Martin Young 7/2/2026, 6:18:01 AM
Bitcoin's long-term holders have returned to accumulation
Long-term holding wallets have shifted to net accumulation from net distribution, according to Glassnode.
By Omkar Godbole 7/2/2026, 6:17:16 AM
Super Micro reports two Taiwan staff detained in AI server smuggling probe
The investigation highlights the geopolitical tensions in tech trade, potentially impacting global AI supply chains and investor confidence. The post Super Micro reports two Taiwan staff detained in AI server smuggling probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 6:13:46 AM
Singapore seizes $42 million luxury home in Nvidia AI chips smuggling probe
The asset freeze highlights the global impact of US export controls on AI tech, emphasizing compliance challenges and market vulnerabilities. The post Singapore seizes $42 million luxury home in Nvidia AI chips smuggling probe appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 6:13:14 AM
Ripple Co-Founder's PAC Boosts Democrat to Primary Victory
Progressive Colorado state Representative Manny Rutinel has won the Democratic primary for the state’s hyper-competitive 8th congressional district.
By Alex Dovbnya 7/2/2026, 6:11:27 AM
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman calls for US-led global AI safety forum
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman proposes a US-led international forum modeled after the IAEA to set global AI safety standards, following G7 summit discussions. The post OpenAI CEO Sam Altman calls for US-led global AI safety forum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 6:05:42 AM
Robinhood links with dYdX Labs to launch new DEX Arcus
The crypto protocol dYdX has rebranded as Arcus and is joining Robinhood’s new blockchain to bring perpetual and tokenized stock trading.
By Jesse Coghlan 7/2/2026, 6:05:02 AM
Forward Industries adds 500K SOL despite earlier crypto losses
Forward Industries added 500,000 SOL in fiscal Q3, lifting its Solana treasury to 7.55M SOL as crypto accounting losses remain in focus.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 6:00:18 AM
Tether Freezes USDT in 131 ISIS-K-Linked TRON Wallets
The post Tether Freezes USDT in 131 ISIS-K-Linked TRON Wallets appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Tether has frozen USDT held in all 131 TRON wallets linked to ISIS-K after the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) added 134 cryptocurrency wallet addresses to its sanctions list. According to Chainalysis, the sanctioned TRON...
By Qadir AK 7/2/2026, 5:58:38 AM
Sam Altman wants every American to own a piece of OpenAI
Altman's proposal could democratize AI wealth, challenging traditional investment norms and potentially reshaping public engagement in equity markets. The post Sam Altman wants every American to own a piece of OpenAI appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:58:36 AM
Crypto India Today – RBI To Discuss Virtual Digital Assets
The post Crypto India Today – RBI To Discuss Virtual Digital Assets appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News India’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has begun a meeting with Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officials to discuss the regulation and future of Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs). The session will examine issues including crypto...
By Qadir AK 7/2/2026, 5:54:45 AM
Bitcoin spot ETFs see $296M outflow as Grayscale Mini Trust bucks the trend with $36M inflow
The contrasting ETF flows highlight a shift towards cost-effective investment options, signaling evolving investor priorities in volatile markets. The post Bitcoin spot ETFs see $296M outflow as Grayscale Mini Trust bucks the trend with $36M inflow appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:54:07 AM
Bitcoin ETFs Suffer Record $4.5 Billion Exodus in June as Demand Cools
June brought unprecedented ETF redemptions as investors withdrew US$4.5bn, while ETF Bitcoin holdings dropped below year-ago levels overall now. The post Bitcoin ETFs Suffer Record $4.5 Billion Exodus in June as Demand Cools appeared first on Crypto News Australia.
By Rachel Lourdesamy 7/2/2026, 5:51:26 AM
Neo founder Bhavin Turakhia invests $30M to compete with Microsoft Office
Turakhia's investment in Neo signals a potential shift in enterprise productivity tools, emphasizing AI integration and long-term growth strategies. The post Neo founder Bhavin Turakhia invests $30M to compete with Microsoft Office appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:43:51 AM
Binance stock trading tops $1B in first month after launch
Binance Direct Stocks passed $1B in U.S. equities and nearly $3B volume in 30 days, with emerging markets driving 73% of users early on.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:40:41 AM
US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq after months-long suspension
The resumption of dollar transfers to Iraq stabilizes its economy, easing currency pressures and enhancing investor confidence in the region. The post US resumes dollar transfers to Iraq after months-long suspension appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:39:42 AM
Taiko reopens bridge after recovering from $1.7M exploit last month
Taiko's recovery highlights the critical need for robust security measures in cross-chain bridges to prevent future exploits and protect assets. The post Taiko reopens bridge after recovering from $1.7M exploit last month appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:38:13 AM
Solana Price Forecast: Bullish bets, ETF inflows drive SOL recovery
Solana (SOL) extends its recovery, trading above $78 on Thursday, having gained nearly 10% so far this week. The rebound is supported by strengthening derivatives metrics, modest institutional demand and improving technical momentum, all suggesting SOL could extend its gains in the near term.
By N/A 7/2/2026, 5:37:53 AM
Belgium advances to World Cup last 16 with dramatic extra-time win over Senegal
Belgium's thrilling win boosts market confidence in their World Cup prospects, potentially altering tournament dynamics and betting odds. The post Belgium advances to World Cup last 16 with dramatic extra-time win over Senegal appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 5:34:16 AM
Why Is the Crypto Market Going Up Today?
The post Why Is the Crypto Market Going Up Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The crypto market bounced today after Bitcoin reclaimed the $60,000 level, lifting the total crypto market by nearly $50 billion in about 90 minutes. The move came after improving macro sentiment, strong technical support, and renewed buying across major...
By Debashree Patra 7/2/2026, 5:34:11 AM
Cloudflare opens waitlist for x402 stablecoin monetization gateway
Cloudflare opens a waitlist for Monetization Gateway, letting developers charge for APIs, web pages and AI tools via x402 stablecoins.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:31:32 AM
Billionaire Crypto Investor Faces $132,000 Donation Cap as UK Bill Squeezes Overseas Funding
A Thailand-based crypto billionaire’s attempt to influence Nigel Farage and Reform UK is set to be blocked by an upcoming UK legislative crackdown on political donations, despite his efforts to bypass the rules. The Kingmaker and His Deep Pockets A bid by Thailand-based crypto investor and British billionaire Christopher Harborne to maintain his...
By Terence Zimwara 7/2/2026, 5:30:23 AM
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.
By Cointelegraph 7/2/2026, 5:27:03 AM
Democratic Republic of Congo launches stock exchange with IFC backing to unlock mining and infrastructure capital
The DRC's new stock exchange could transform its economy by attracting global investment, enhancing transparency, and boosting infrastructure growth. The post Democratic Republic of Congo launches stock exchange with IFC backing to unlock mining and infrastructure capital appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:25:52 AM
FBI Director Kash Patel caught sleeping on required disclosure of six-figure MSTR investment: Report
Patel loaded up on BTC-holder MSTR shares but failed to file a timely disclosure, according to a report by nonpartisan news outlet NOTUS.
By Omkar Godbole 7/2/2026, 5:24:18 AM
Ether, solana, dogecoin in the green after Warsh comments push bitcoin above $60,000
Bitcoin climbed back above $60,000 for the first time in over a week after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation risks had come down. Solana led the majors, up about 16% on the week, while a semiconductor selloff hit Asian markets and dented the AI trade that has pulled capital from crypto all quarter.
By Shaurya Malwa 7/2/2026, 5:22:54 AM
France to strengthen response as crypto wrench attacks hit 77
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez promised a “more ambitious” three-part plan to reinforce security measures for the crypto sector.
By Martin Young 7/2/2026, 5:22:40 AM
Zcash Price Forecast: ZEC pares minor losses as broader market retail sentiment recovers
Zcash (ZEC) maintains a mild recovery trend this week, extending gains on Thursday following a 4% surge the previous day. The privacy coin regains retail demand, with leveraged positions rising 11% over 24 hours, supported by a 17% surge in volume.
By N/A 7/2/2026, 5:19:51 AM
Amazon designs custom AI chips for Echo and Fire TV devices
Amazon's custom AI chips enhance device performance, fostering a more responsive and integrated smart home ecosystem, reducing cloud dependency. The post Amazon designs custom AI chips for Echo and Fire TV devices appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:19:23 AM
Lummis Fires Back at Warren Over CLARITY Act as July Vote Nears
The post Lummis Fires Back at Warren Over CLARITY Act as July Vote Nears appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The battle over the CLARITY Act is intensifying as lawmakers continue to debate how the U.S. should regulate the crypto industry. Senator Cynthia Lummis has defended the bill after Senator Elizabeth Warren claimed it would create new...
By Debashree Patra 7/2/2026, 5:18:46 AM
Trump boasts of assassinating Iranian leaders amid 2026 Iran War tensions
Trump's comments risk further destabilizing the region, impacting market perceptions and complicating diplomatic efforts amid ongoing tensions. The post Trump boasts of assassinating Iranian leaders amid 2026 Iran War tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Estefano Gomez 7/2/2026, 5:14:25 AM
Tether freezes USDT in 131 ISIS-K-linked TRON wallets: Chainalysis
Tether froze USDT in 131 ISIS-K-linked TRON wallets after OFAC added 134 crypto addresses tied to the group, Chainalysis said July 1.
By Olivia Stephanie 7/2/2026, 5:14:19 AM
Ismaïla Sarr and Ismael Saibari become first Africans to score in three successive World Cup matches
Sarr and Saibari's achievements highlight Africa's rising football prowess, signaling potential for deeper World Cup runs and global impact. The post Ismaïla Sarr and Ismael Saibari become first Africans to score in three successive World Cup matches appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:13:15 AM
Top 7 token unlocks total $1.08B in October, with RAIN accounting for nearly three-quarters
The significant token unlocks in October could lead to increased market volatility and pressure on token prices if demand doesn't match supply. The post Top 7 token unlocks total $1.08B in October, with RAIN accounting for nearly three-quarters appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:13:12 AM
Nvidia expands access to AI hardware with token credits for developers
Nvidia's token credits initiative democratizes AI development, potentially accelerating innovation and reshaping industry standards. The post Nvidia expands access to AI hardware with token credits for developers appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:11:47 AM
Swiss National Bank assesses UBS as well capitalised amid banking challenges
UBS's strong capital position amid global banking challenges highlights the resilience of well-managed banks in absorbing major acquisitions. The post Swiss National Bank assesses UBS as well capitalised amid banking challenges appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:09:09 AM
Robinhood launches crypto mainnet, expands perpetual futures offerings in EU
Robinhood's blockchain launch and EU expansion could redefine retail trading, intensifying competition with Coinbase and reshaping market dynamics. The post Robinhood launches crypto mainnet, expands perpetual futures offerings in EU appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:06:07 AM
Bank for International Settlements argues stablecoins need central bank support
Central bank support for stablecoins could reshape financial systems, impacting credit supply, monetary policy, and DeFi liquidity dynamics. The post Bank for International Settlements argues stablecoins need central bank support appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:05:26 AM
Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric face off in World Cup Round of 32, and their fan tokens are watching
The match could significantly impact fan token markets, highlighting the volatile intersection of sports performance and digital assets. The post Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric face off in World Cup Round of 32, and their fan tokens are watching appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
By Editorial Team 7/2/2026, 5:04:34 AM