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Binance taps ex-Gemini exec Gillian Lynch to reboot Europe push

Binance names Gillian Lynch as head of Europe and UK to lead its MiCA compliance and expansion across regulated crypto markets.

Solana bot scam on GitHub steals crypto from users

A fake GitHub repository posing as a Solana trading bot was used to distribute obscured malware that stole crypto wallet credentials, according to cybersecurity firm SlowMist.

Who’s winning the West’s crypto regulation race?

In the latest episode of Byte-Sized Insight we explore the evolving crypto regulatory strategies of the US, EU and UK with insights from Gemini’s head of Europe.

Bitcoin to benefit from Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ analysts predict

Congress passed the Big Beautiful Bill, Trump’s budget proposal, which could benefit Bitcoin, analysts say.

Multibillion-dollar HODL: Bitcoin whales awaken after 14 years

Bitcoin whales awoke after 14 years of dormancy, having held their BTC since it was trading below $0.78 a coin in 2011.

Bitcoin's third flop at $110K puts bulls at risk: BTC price levels to watch

Bitcoin price rally stalls at $110,000 after strong US employment data, with big overhead resistance at $112,000 and several key support levels below.

Phoenix FIRE investors allege exit scam; owner moves to dismiss case

Daniel Ianello has asked a Tennessee court to dismiss a lawsuit accusing him of orchestrating an exit scam after taking over a crypto project.

Bitcoin price can hit $150K in weeks thanks to Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

Bitcoin has historically posted double-digit gains in the weeks following the passage of major US debt-expanding bills. Will 2025 follow the same pattern?

Belgian court sentences three in kidnapping of crypto investor’s wife

After sentencing the three kidnappers to 12 years each and ordering civil damages, the court noted that the masterminds behind the attack remain at large.

How Zelenskyy's ‘suit’ became the center of a massive Polymarket fight

Crypto bettors have staked millions on whether the outfit technically counts as a suit, while a renowned fashion industry commentator hasn’t helped, calling it “both a suit and not a suit.”

$20M crypto scam victim who sued Citibank says 2 more banks liable

The victim of a $20 million crypto scam who sued Citibank last week for allegedly ignoring “red flags” has filed a similar complaint against two more banks.

Solana treasury firm extends stock rally after buying $2.7M of SOL

The company’s Solana stack is now worth almost $98 million. The firm’s stock price is up 2,733% year-to-date.

Bitcoin solo miner banks $350K with 2.3 petahash in ‘incredible odds’

A solo miner with just 2.3 petahashes successfully mined a Bitcoin block on Thursday, netting them $349,028 in rewards.

Bitcoin bull run could peter out in 2-3 months, says analyst

Crypto analyst Rekt Capital says that while there’s a lot of talk about the Bitcoin cycle extending into 2026, traders should not “throw away time-tested principles.”

US Republicans declare ‘Crypto Week’ to mull 3 crypto bills

US Republican leaders say the House will look to pass bills on stablecoins, crypto market structure and CBDCs in mid-July in what they’ve dubbed “Crypto Week.”

Chinese firm completes first buy in effort to stockpile 10% of BNB

SkyBridge Capital’s Anthony Scaramucci has doubts crypto treasuries have legs in the long run, arguing investors will start buying crypto instead of investing in companies that hold it.

Bitcoin must hold above $108K or risk a bearish spiral

A crypto analyst suggests that a drop to $108,000 could mark the beginning of Bitcoin’s fall back below the six-figure price level.

Bitcoin miner production falls in June on power curtailment, weather

Bitcoin miners strategically curtailed operations in June to avoid costly peak demand charges in Texas, sacrificing short-term production for lower costs.

WhiteRock founder to be extradited over $30M ZKasino case — ZachXBT

WhiteRock Finance founder Ildar Ilham was reportedly detained in the UAE more than a year after Dutch authorities announced an arrest linked to ZKasino.

$250M Ondo Catalyst fund signals ‘arms race’ for RWA tokenization

Ondo Finance and Pantera Capital are launching a $250 million fund to fuel tokenized real-world asset projects.

ETH traders target $3.2K after ‘golden cross’ debut, derivatives data disagrees

Traders say an ETH rally to $3,200 could result from a “golden cross” pattern, but other Ether price metrics are not so bullish.

Bitcoin price aims for new highs but ‘divergences’ set $110K as resistance

Bitcoin charts show bearish divergences across multiple timeframes, a hint that price rallies above $110,000 could be a trap.

Tornado Cash co-founder keeps testimony plans unclear ahead of trial

Roman Storm is scheduled to appear in a New York courtroom for his criminal trial on July 14, facing money laundering and conspiracy charges.

XRP news update: Ripple bank license application, chart pattern fuel potential rally to $2.65

XRP could rally to $2.65 as a bullish trading pattern, and investors’ excitement over Ripple Labs’ US banking license application boosts interest in the altcoin.

Bitcoin mining stocks post double-digit gains in weekly rally

The mining companies opened sharply higher on Thursday after US nonfarm payrolls surprised to the upside.

US Senator Cynthia Lummis drafts standalone crypto tax bill

The Wyoming Senator seeks to end double taxation and add clarity to the tax treatment of crypto staking, mining, and lending transactions.

Leverage without letting go: How Bitcoin can unlock real-world freedom

Lever CEO Jullian Duran joins the Clear Crypto Podcast to explore how using Bitcoin as collateral, rather than cashing out, can create a new path to financial independence.

ETH news update: Will expanding corporate Ether treasuries send price to $2.8K?

Growth in companies adding to their ETH treasuries and the acceleration of Ethereum adoption in TradFi could send Ether price to $2,800.

Bitstamp granted MAS license to operate in Singapore

The license was granted after a new policy from Singapore's Monetary Authority required all crypto firms based in the country to register.

Bitcoin holding $109K proves bulls control the market: Will new highs happen today?

Bitcoin bulls will have to maintain the price above $109,000 to enhance the prospects of a breakout to a new all-time high above $111,980.

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