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Apple shares rose 1.65% to $320.53, setting a new record high despite broader tech sector declines. The company's market capitalization reached $4.71 trillion, demonstrating resilient investor confidence.
Read MoreJuly 13 saw significant crypto developments. Hyperliquid's RWA open interest surged to a record $3.6B, while Uniswap activated its fee mechanism, initiating UNI burns. Solana's partnership with SBI and BitMine's ETH accumulation highlight diverse market activity.
Read MoreThe CLARITY Act faces a critical four-week window before the August congressional recess. Merged legislative text is imminent, but core disputes and political shifts cloud its path. Industry views on its chances are split, determining the fate of U.S. crypto market structure legislation this year.
Read MoreKraken has launched its crypto debit card for eligible clients in the UK and European Economic Area. The card allows users to spend cryptocurrencies directly, converting them to fiat in real-time for everyday purchases. This expansion marks a significant step towards mainstream crypto adoption in payments, with more regions planned.
Read MoreDTCC plans a blockchain demo for real-time stock trading this Wednesday, testing its potential to streamline settlement and boost market efficiency. While a significant step for traditional finance, the pilot is limited in scale, with full adoption facing regulatory and technical hurdles.
Read MoreA top advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is strategically and economically irreplaceable. Iran will firmly defend its sovereignty and secure the vital waterway, refusing any compromise.
Read MoreOKX Onchain Outcomes has integrated a dedicated oracle protocol deployed on the XLayer mainnet. Leveraging an optimistic oracle and dispute arbitration network, it enables automated, verifiable on-chain settlement for predictions on real-world events like sports, crypto, and macro trends, enhancing native DeFi infrastructure.
Read MoreTrump warns of a potential government shutdown in September if the filibuster rule is not eliminated, framing it as a pressure tactic to force congressional action on key legislative priorities and funding bills.
Read MoreAs of July 12, BitMine's Ethereum holdings grew to 5.77 million ETH, a weekly increase of over 27,000 tokens, representing 4.8% of ETH's total supply. Its combined crypto, cash, and "Moonshot" assets total $11.3 billion, alongside significant BTC, stock, and unencumbered cash positions.
Read MoreMajor U.S. banks including JPMorgan and Bank of America are forming a blockchain-based network for tokenized deposits, operated by The Clearing House. This initiative aims to counter the rapid growth of stablecoins like USDT and USDC in payments, targeting wholesale transactions first. It responds to projections of stablecoin flows exceeding $50 trillion by 2030.
Read MorePresident Trump suggested the U.S. might take over operations of the Strait of Hormuz in the future, stating America would be compensated for its role. This statement directly targets a global energy chokepoint, signaling a potential expansion of U.S. strategic influence in the Middle East and raising international concerns over maritime security.
Read MoreBNB Plus faces delisting from Nasdaq for failing to maintain a minimum bid price of $1. While planning an appeal, its shares will transition to the OTCQB Venture Market starting July 14, 2026, under the same ticker BNBX.
Read MoreStrategy has raised approximately $466 million through an at-the-market offering of its common stock. The company disclosed that its Bitcoin holdings remained unchanged during the period, with no new purchases or sales. This move highlights its continued commitment to its core Bitcoin strategy while securing additional capital.
Read MoreKalshi has launched Kalshi Pro, a professional trading terminal for active and high-frequency traders. It offers an integrated interface for multi-contract trading, real-time order book data, and advanced tools for perpetual futures, aiming to unify risk and position management across markets. The terminal is currently in public beta.
Read MoreYemen's internationally recognized government accused Houthi forces of seizing a Red Cross aircraft at Sana'a International Airport on July 13th. The incident threatens humanitarian aid delivery and raises serious safety concerns for aviation and relief operations in conflict zones.
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