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5 ‘insidious’ crypto scams to watch out for this year

Crypto hacking techniques haven’t advanced much, but they’ve become far more cunning, warns SlowMist’s head of operations.

Bitcoin’s 'super-majority' holds $1.2T in unrealized profits: Glassnode

Glassnode said Bitcoin’s current price “is not compelling enough for investors to continue selling” as unrealized profits hit $1.2 trillion.

Crypto losses hit $2.5B in first half of 2025, but hacks fall in Q2: CertiK

Phishing attacks account for the highest number of security incidents so far this year at 132, but wallet hacks stole the most at $1.7 billion.

Arizona governor vetoes bill to stockpile seized crypto

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a measure that would have created a fund from seized crypto, with proceeds split between law enforcement and the state.

Crypto sentiment holds steady as Bitcoin drops to $105K

Despite Bitcoin’s recent price wobble and the start of the third quarter — historically its weakest — crypto market sentiment remains strong.

New York AG urges Congress to bolster protections in crypto bills

Letitia James argues that federal stablecoin bills should stipulate that issuers be regulated like banks and that they have FDIC insurance requirements to prevent systemic financial risks.

US sanctions crypto wallet tied to ransomware, infostealer host

The US Treasury has sanctioned a crypto wallet containing $350,000 tied to the alleged cybercrime hosting service Aeza Group.

SOL ETF news gain evaporates, while chart warns of another 20% drop

SOL retraced its ETF rally, and with over 14% of supply concentrated at $144, holding this key support is critical to avoid a deeper correction.

SEC approves conversion of Grayscale's large-cap crypto fund into ETF

Grayscale has slowly narrowed the arbitrage opportunities on its crypto trusts by converting them into exchange-traded funds.

US regulator considers simplified path to market for crypto ETFs

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly considering simplifying the listing process for certain crypto ETFs.

Bitcoin at risk of deeper drop as BTC slips below key support levels

A revisit to the $100,000 level seems likely now that BTC price slipped below two key support levels.

Bitcoin analysts say market quickly absorbs selling, paving way for a bullish July

Bitcoin selling intensified this week, but data shows an assortment of buyers absorbing the flow.

Connecticut governor approves law prohibiting crypto use in government

Many provisions of the legislation, which received overwhelming support in the state House and Senate, take effect on Oct. 1.

Swissquote ordered to curb impersonation, fraud attempts

The company offers crypto trading on the platforms that it manages, including the mixed-asset trading platforms Swissquote and Yuh.

How to build a Solana DApp for iOS and Android in 15 minutes, no back end needed

Developers can build cross-platform Solana mobile apps with wallet integration, token actions and NFTs in just 15 minutes.

XRP news update: Traders predict consolidation to $2.35 amid ETF speculation

XRP trades in a tight range between $2 and $2.35, but the next price breakout could be driven by ETF speculators.

US Senate passes Trump’s budget bill without provision on crypto taxes

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis had proposed that the legislation address double taxation for cryptocurrency miners and stakers.

Strategy set to post $13B Bitcoin gains, but revenue stalls

Michael Saylor's tech company is expected to post over $13 billion in unrealized gains from its Bitcoin holdings in the second quarter of 2025.

Less than 15% Bitcoin left on crypto exchanges signals ‘supply problem’

Bitcoin exchange reserves drop to a seven-year low, signaling a potential supply shock as institutional buying from ETFs continues.

Pi news update: Bulls aim to hold $0.47 support as bears reject breakout

Pi price turned bearish after key updates failed to boost momentum. A rebound from $0.47 is possible, but $0.66 remains a strong resistance level to clear.

Crypto PAC-backed candidate wins Virginia primary for vacant House seat

Protect Progress, an affiliate of the cryptocurrency-backed Fairshake PAC, spent more than $1 million on media buys to support Democratic candidate James Walkinshaw.

$324M in fees and no roadmap: What’s really going on with the TRUMP memecoin?

Marketed with Trump’s name but lacking a white paper or utility, the TRUMP token surged to a multibillion-dollar valuation before crashing.

Crypto hacks are a wake-up call for DeFi

Crypto hacks underscore the urgent need for CEXs and DeFi to overhaul their security, collaborate on risk management and embrace self-regulation.

Moody’s brings credit ratings onchain via Solana, explained

Moody’s and Alphaledger’s pilot on Solana shows how traditional credit ratings can be embedded directly into tokenized bonds.

FATF’s crypto checklist hints at the next regulatory crackdown

The FATF is shaping global crypto rules from behind the scenes, with stablecoins and DeFi next in line for scrutiny.

XRP price predictions above $3 in 2025 have one major flaw

XRP remains at risk of dropping to $1 if a key support zone is lost — one that aligns with the onchain realized price level.

Competition heats up as crypto exchanges vie for European market

Competition is heating up as more exchanges set up operations in Europe, where MiCA provides new “rules of the road.”

Kraken, Robinhood-backed MiCA-compliant Global Dollar stablecoin lands in EU

Paxos launched the Global Dollar stablecoin in the EU, claiming MiCA compliance and support from Kraken, Robinhood and Mastercard under the GDN initiative.

UK’s Smarter Web Company adds $24.7M in Bitcoin, now holds 773 BTC

Smarter Web boosted its Bitcoin treasury with an additional $24.7 million BTC purchase as part of its 10-year strategy.

Deutsche Bank to launch crypto custody accounts in 2026: Report

Deutsche Bank reportedly plans to launch a crypto custody service in 2026 with Bitpanda and Taurus, expanding its digital asset initiatives in Europe.

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