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BNB is struggling to break above a resistance level of $654, with price swings driven by global unease due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.

Crypto trading platforms increasingly adopt blockchain-native assets like the USDC stablecoin and tokenized treasuries such as BlackRock’s BUIDL to enhance collateral efficiency in derivatives markets. These instruments offer a blend of stability, yield, and compliance, making them attractive to institutional players seeking capital optimization. USDC and BUIDL gain momentum in crypto derivatives On June 18, […] The post Circle’s USDC and BlackRock’s BUIDL spearhead collateral innovation in derivatives markets appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Coinbase and Circle are soaring after a key stablecoin bill cleared the Senate—but Fed rate cuts could test their biggest revenue stream.

Co-founder and new CEO Sandeep Nailwal opens up about dissolving Polygon’s board, closing zkEVM and why claiming sole leadership is the network’s best shot at relevance. Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal is charting a new course for the network, backing a singular leadership model as essential to its future. In an interview with Cointelegraph, Nailwal said the shift away from board-led governance isn’t just a structural change but a strategic response to inefficiencies that have slowed Polygon’s momentum. On June 11, he announced he would take over as CEO of the Polygon Foundation, describing the decision as necessary to bring “clear direction and focused execution” to the project’s next chapter. Read more

A new proposal from Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson could put the network on par with the likes of Solana and Ethereum—with crypto’s first true sovereign wealth fund. The post Cardano Price Prediction: Hoskinson’s Bitcoin Fund Could Trigger Long-Awaited ADA Breakout appeared first on Cryptonews.

Blockchain has already played a role in protecting consumers against food fraud, but there are lessons to be learned before it starts to truly pay off. Food fraud siphons up to $50 billion from the global food industry every year and endangers public health. When deployed rigorously and realistically, blockchain could prevent this shadowy crime. The problem? It comes with a high price tag. Scalability, cost, interoperability and integration pose significant barriers. Not to mention the privacy concerns, regulatory uncertainty and long path to stakeholder adoption. But food fraud isn’t going anywhere. As David Carvalho, CEO of Naoris Protocol, observed:  Read more

With the Pi Coin price already declining by 3% today, could upcoming token unlocks drag it down even further? The post Pi Coin Price Prediction: 337M Token Unlock Incoming — Will PI Crash? appeared first on Cryptonews.

The "Black U" market on Tron is thriving with laundered crypto tied to the Lazarus Group.

Newly established Solana treasury company DeFi Development Corp. is taking a unique approach in building its digital asset stash.

Early signs of bullishness are creeping into lower time frames, a signal that Dogecoin might just make its “make-or-break” level in a setup for its next major rally. The post Dogecoin Price Prediction: Liftoff Imminent as “Classic Reversal Pattern” Forms  appeared first on Cryptonews.

The next phase of real-world asset tokenization will go beyond stablecoins, targeting private markets and illiquid assets, the report said.

Also: Optalysys: New Server for Blockchains, and Ink Foundation Plans Token Airdrop.

BTCD developer Elastos' aim is to create a digital version of the Bretton Woods system, with BTC at its core rather than gold.

The introduction of tokenized reinsurance signals how far RWAs have progressed, says OnRe's Dan Roberts, allowing capital allocators broader access, greater transparency and potentially more resilient returns.

The choice of leading women in AI and blockchain demonstrates the need for technologies and genders to work together, says Julia Bonafede, a judge for this year’s list of amazing women.

$PEPE has continued its decline, slipping 3% amid a 60% loss since December, while on-chain data shows a $5.2M whale withdrawal from Binance. Open interest has increased despite falling volume, and analysts have suggested a final 15% dip could precede a rebound toward the 2024 highs. The post $PEPE Bulls Plot Elliott Wave Rebound After Brutal Drop – Key Levels to Watch appeared first on Cryptonews.

The token is down 1.4% in the last 24 hours.

Lord Chris Holmes argued "right-size regulation" benefits innovation, adding that only "grifters and chancers" want a regulatory-free environment.

The U.S. central bank is expected to hold interest rates steady, but a post-decision press conference could contain linguistic pivots.

A potential double bottom pattern has formed with improving momentum, suggesting the possibility of a recovery.