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Fears of a "DeFi hacking apocalypse" fueled by AI have not materialized. While attackers now use AI models, major protocols' security upgrades have shifted attacks to smaller projects. Total stolen funds remain within historical ranges, indicating improved industry-wide security.
Read MoreEthereum co-founder Joseph Lubin argues that keeping L1 base layer fees low is crucial for long-term growth. He predicts tens of thousands of enterprises will build on Ethereum's ecosystem within 2-3 years, driving ETH value through increased activity, with low fees being the foundational enabler.
Read MoreIran's Revolutionary Guard reported attacking and destroying two foreign tankers near the Hormuz Strait on the 14th for repeatedly ignoring navigation warnings and illegally entering Iranian waters. Iran stressed the strait's importance to global energy supply and vowed to safeguard navigation while countering illegal acts. An investigation is ongoing.
Read MoreSenator Cynthia Lummis asserts that only Congress, not administrative rulemaking, can grant the CFTC authority over the digital asset spot market and provide necessary legal protections. She positions the Clarity Act as the essential legislative solution to establish clear crypto regulations.
Read MoreOn July 14, two U.S. government-seized fund addresses transferred 3,940 BTC and 30,006 ETH, worth $297 million, to Coinbase. The purpose of this significant crypto asset movement remains unclear, drawing market attention to official holdings.
Read MoreOn-chain activity reveals significant ETH accumulation. A newly created wallet withdrew 8,239 ETH (~$14.5M) from exchanges within 12 hours. Concurrently, a known whale address purchased 11,843 ETH (~$20.8M) in just 3 hours. These substantial, near-simultaneous moves are drawing market attention to potential trend shifts.
Read MoreOn July 14th, international oil prices staged a strong rally. WTI crude surged past the $80 per barrel mark for the first time in a month, while Brent crude climbed above $85, hitting its highest level since mid-June, signaling a notable shift in market sentiment.
Read MorePresident Trump stated a potential deal with Iran remains possible, noting renewed contact. However, he emphasized continued military strikes and a targeted blockade to curb Iran's influence in the Strait of Hormuz.
Read MoreIranian media reported multiple explosions in Qeshm Island, Bandar Abbas, and Khuzestan province early on the 14th. Suspected U.S. military strikes reportedly injured at least four people, escalating regional tensions and drawing international concern.
Read MoreCircle has minted approximately 500 million new USDC on the Solana blockchain in the past 24 hours, as reported by SolanaFloor. This significant issuance often signals institutional capital movement or preparatory liquidity for upcoming applications within the ecosystem.
Read MoreSpot silver fell 1% to $57.07/oz on July 14, while WTI crude oil rose over 2% to $79.36/barrel, highlighting a divergence between precious metals and energy markets.
Read MorePresident Trump described renewed U.S. strikes on Iran as a "military conflict" but denied it marks a long-term war phase. He refused to set an end date, downplayed indefinite prospects by citing the Vietnam War, and insisted on a future deal while acknowledging short-term unlikelihood.
Read MoreOvernight markets saw dynamic developments. Geopolitically, US-Iran tensions escalated with military actions and diplomatic rhetoric. On policy, Fed officials turned hawkish, boosting September rate hike bets. The US CLARITY Act entered a critical phase, while stablecoin supply showed signs of recovery.
Read MoreOn July 14th, blockchain data revealed a whale withdrew 30,100 ETH ($52.84M) from Coinbase Prime to a new wallet. This significant transfer suggests potential portfolio restructuring, long-term holding strategies, or preparation for future market moves.
Read MoreLatest CME FedWatch data shows a 58.3% probability the Fed holds rates steady in July, with a 41.7% chance of a 25-bps hike. Expectations for September are more divided, indicating significant market uncertainty about the future policy path.
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