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The US military conducted a fifth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian targets, aiming to degrade military capabilities. The escalation signals heightened tensions and could reshape regional security dynamics in the Middle East.
Read MoreA Cambridge study finds ~31% of Ethereum nodes are in the US, with concentration risks. If over 1/3 of validators go offline, network finalization could halt. Post-Merge energy use dropped 99.98%, but client centralization poses a threat.
Read MoreA Cambridge study shows 31% of Ethereum nodes are in the US, highlighting Western concentration. Over one-third of validators going offline could halt network finalization. The report also notes heavy reliance on few cloud providers, client software centralization, and a 99.98% drop in energy use post-Merge.
Read MoreBlackRock, the global asset management giant, has withdrawn a significant amount of Bitcoin and Ethereum from its Coinbase Prime custody address, totaling over $87 million. This large-scale on-chain movement is often interpreted by the market as potential asset rebalancing or preparation for new custody arrangements, drawing close attention to its future crypto strategy.
Read MoreBankless co-founder David Hoffman suggests Bitcoin may be entering a consolidation phase, with the bottom likely established. He outlines two potential paths: sideways accumulation or a final panic sell-off, leaning toward the former as the probable scenario.
Read MoreMajor Wall Street banks cut over 10,000 jobs in Q2, the largest quarterly reduction since early 2020. Firms like Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Citigroup are aggressively trimming headcount to control costs and boost returns, with only JPMorgan Chase adding staff.
Read More1inch co-founder Anton Bukov has stepped back from daily operations due to strategic disagreements, though he retains his 50% stake. The architect behind key protocols is no longer involved in product or security oversight, raising questions about the DeFi aggregator's future direction.
Read MoreEthereum Foundation researcher Francesco D'Amato has left after five years to join protocol R&D organization Ethlabs. His work spanned critical areas like MEV and consensus mechanisms, marking a significant talent shift in core Ethereum development.
Read MoreKeyrock has finalized its acquisition of BlockFills' institutional trading and brokerage division, gaining advanced technology, client relationships, and a skilled team. The move strengthens Keyrock's institutional offerings and expands its regulatory reach into key jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands and the UK.
Read MoreFed official Logan argues recent inflation progress is insufficient, calling for further rate hikes to balance risks. She views the path back to 2% as fragile, suggesting support for continued tightening.
Read MoreThe US Treasury sanctioned four crypto wallets linked to Iran's central bank on July 17th. Tether subsequently froze approximately $131 million in USDT held in these addresses. This action brings the total frozen funds related to these sanctions to around $475 million, intensifying the crackdown on crypto-based sanctions evasion.
Read MoreOpenAI Chairman Bret Taylor stated there's no concrete timeline for an IPO, confirming a confidential SEC filing was made to preserve future options. He emphasized current focus remains on achieving internal goals before considering public listing, with no immediate plans for market entry.
Read MoreA dormant Bitcoin wallet inactive since late 2017 moved 5,907.56 BTC worth approximately $384 million on July 17. The holdings, acquired at an average price around $17,000, have appreciated by about $286 million. Funds were transferred to a new non-exchange address, migrating from legacy to modern bc1q format, with no immediate sale indicated.
Read MoreThe average U.S. 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.55% this week, marking the second consecutive weekly increase and reaching its highest level since late August 2025. Renewed Middle East tensions have pushed Treasury yields higher, stoking fresh inflation concerns.
Read MoreThe Clarity Act establishes a federal regulatory framework for centralized crypto platforms, brokers, and custodians, covering registration, asset custody, and market integrity. It aims to address consumer protection gaps exposed by past platform failures, providing clearer safeguards.
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