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Coinbase's Ethereum Layer2 network Base experienced a two-hour outage on June 26, halting block production and transactions. The team identified and initiated fixes within an hour. Service has resumed, but the root cause remains under investigation. This marks a recurring issue for the network.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals Ethereum entity Sharplink received 5,000 ETH ($7.85M) from FalconX on June 26, ending an 8-month accumulation pause. The move comes just three days after Sharplink co-founded the non-profit Ethlabs, fueling market speculation about strategic backing for the new organization aimed at supporting Ethereum's ecosystem.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a new wallet withdrew $14.4M worth of HYPE from Coinbase. Simultaneously, a known whale address received substantial HYPE and ETH from FalconX, significantly expanding its holdings and drawing market attention to major player movements.
Read MoreSTRC's 90-day correlation with Bitcoin has surged to a record high near 0.70, indicating its price moves increasingly in sync with BTC. This undermines its appeal as a stable yield product. Trading significantly below par value limits issuer financing, while dividend payments challenge its long-held 'never sell' strategy, sparking market debate.
Read MorePresident Trump claims the U.S. will use unfrozen Iranian funds to buy American wheat, soybeans, and corn, citing Iran's food shortages. Iran's top negotiator firmly denies this, calling it nonsense. The contradictory statements highlight a major dispute over the use of released assets, drawing international attention.
Read MoreOn-chain monitoring reveals a newly created wallet withdrew 14,944 ETH (worth approximately $23.5 million) from the WhiteBit exchange in a single transaction. This significant movement has quickly drawn attention from the crypto community, raising questions about its purpose and destination.
Read MoreThe US government has asked OpenAI to release its upcoming GPT-5.6 model in phases, signaling heightened concern over advanced AI capabilities and safety. This follows rival Anthropic's pause on its own model under regulatory pressure, indicating tighter scrutiny on powerful AI systems.
Read MoreIran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority has issued a warning that vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz must strictly adhere to designated routes and procedures. Ships deviating from these routes will forfeit Iranian security guarantees and related insurance coverage, bearing all consequences themselves. Iran also reaffirmed its commitment to expedite passage for vessels that submit applications in advance.
Read MoreOvernight markets saw heightened volatility as US core PCE inflation exceeded 4%, fueling persistent inflation concerns. Bitcoin broke below the key $60,000 support level. Aave's founder made strong statements to bolster token confidence, while AI infrastructure secured major funding. The Fed's Cook case ruling approaches, adding to market uncertainty.
Read MoreAave founder Stani Kulechov publicly denied rumors of selling AAVE at a 70% discount. While acknowledging discussions, he refuted reported valuation and terms. The article also covers Aave's current revenue, its full allocation to the DAO, and upcoming governance upgrades including an automatic buyback mechanism.
Read MoreSophon, which raised $70 million, is shutting down its proprietary Layer2 blockchain to build consumer applications on Base. The co-founder states the crypto industry's focus has shifted from infrastructure to the products built on top of it.
Read MoreMulticoin's latest report argues HYPE is significantly undervalued, with over 400% upside potential. Its base case forecasts a price around $319 by 2028, driven by Hyperliquid's evolution into a multi-asset exchange and strong fundamentals. The firm has been accumulating HYPE since February.
Read MoreJPMorgan Chase's board is seeking to extend CEO Jamie Dimon's tenure for approximately three more years, followed by a transition to executive chairman, according to sources. The move reflects strong board confidence in his leadership during a period of economic uncertainty.
Read MoreInvestment giant Invesco has filed with the SEC to launch a tokenized money market fund designed for stablecoin issuers. The fund will invest in high-quality short-term assets like U.S. Treasuries, aiming to provide a yield-bearing, compliant reserve solution while recording shares on a blockchain.
Read MoreThe U.S. Senate has a tight July timeline to advance key crypto legislation, including the Clarity Act. Bill text is expected July 4, with votes to follow. Major debates involve ethics rules and developer liability. Failure in July could delay the process until after the November elections.
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