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Brantly Millegan, Operations Director of ENS Labs, announced his departure on July 4. Several community projects he led will be gradually phased out. He cited recent events among the reasons for leaving, with some team members now open to new opportunities.
Read MoreOn July 4, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Garibabadi warned that the Strait of Hormuz is not a stage for military displays by outside powers. He stressed security should be maintained by coastal states, and any party creating a crisis will bear responsibility for the consequences of its adventurism.
Read MoreChinese venture capital is rapidly shifting towards Physical AI and World Models, moving beyond early-stage foundational models. Investment is now concentrating on leading companies, AI infrastructure, semiconductor supply chains, and embodied intelligence.
Read MoreMalaysian police raided a cryptocurrency mining operation suspected of electricity theft, arresting a 20-year-old local and a 31-year-old foreign national. All mining equipment was seized, and the suspects have been remanded for four days as investigations continue into the illegal use of public utilities.
Read MoreFloating AI data centers are emerging as a practical solution, leveraging seawater for natural cooling to cut energy costs and bypass land constraints. Samsung Heavy Industries targets a 50MW commercial launch by 2028, signaling a new era in marine computing.
Read MoreBrazil's central bank proposes classifying stablecoins as electronic money, subject to stricter payment regulations. The crypto association opposes this, warning of regulatory conflicts and market inhibition. New rules for virtual asset service providers may pressure smaller firms.
Read MoreThe Major County Sheriffs of America (MCSA) has shifted its position on the Clarity Act from opposition to neutral. In a letter to Senate banking leaders, MCSA indicated ongoing review suggests room to refine the legislation, aiming to better support responsible innovation while addressing practical law enforcement needs.
Read MoreNasdaq-listed miner Bitdeer sold all 223.1 BTC mined last week, maintaining zero bitcoin holdings. This move highlights strategic treasury management and offers insights into mining industry trends.
Read MoreMarket maker SIG alleges over 100 traders illegally profited more than $100 million by shorting Tiger Securities and Futu Holdings' options before China's regulatory crackdown was announced. A US court has frozen accounts and launched an investigation.
Read MoreIran has issued a stern warning against any foreign military presence in the Strait of Hormuz. A senior official stated that security for the vital waterway must be maintained by coastal states, and any party creating a crisis will bear full responsibility for the consequences.
Read MoreJupiter's official on-chain treasury fund, the Strategic Reserve Trust, continues its steady accumulation of JUP tokens. The fund purchased over 186,000 JUP on July 3rd, bringing its total acquisitions for the month to over 1.2 million tokens, with an overall holding value nearing $35 million. The fund automatically allocates 50% of protocol revenue to buy and hold JUP long-term via smart contracts.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals Bitcoin held at a loss now exceeds supply in profit for the first time this market cycle. Historically, similar crossovers have preceded extended consolidation phases before price recovery resumed, marking a potential shift in market structure.
Read MoreGoldman Sachs maintained a 'Buy' rating on MiniMax Group with a HK$860 target price on July 3. The report highlights the M3 model's improved inference efficiency and better cost control versus peers. A rival's recent price hike is seen as validating MiniMax's value proposition. Upcoming larger models and the H3 video model are viewed as key future catalysts.
Read MoreOn-chain data reveals a new wallet deposited 52.67 BTC ($3.26M) into HyperLiquid and simultaneously opened a massive $16.3M XRP long position using 20x leverage. The position is currently profitable by about $477k, signaling high-risk appetite and bullish sentiment on XRP.
Read MoreMoonbeam announces a dual-phase evolution: its GLMR token is migrating 1:1 to Base network, while the protocol itself transforms into a decentralized network for AI agent communication and on-chain settlement. This strategic shift aims to build infrastructure for the future on-chain economy. The token migration window is open until July 31, 2026.
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