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Uniswap (UNI) reversed steep losses after a flash crash but slipped again as Trump warned of “more brutal” strikes against Iran.

The SEC’s 2025 guideline clarifies the regulatory stance regarding crypto staking. It states what is and isn’t allowed and how you can stake lawfully. Key takeaways The SEC has clarified that solo staking, delegated staking and custodial staking, when tied directly to a network’s consensus process, do not qualify as securities offerings. Post May 29 guideline, rewards earned from network validation are seen as compensation for services, not profits from the efforts of others, removing them from the Howey test classification. Read more

The latest episode of Decentralize with Cointelegraph unpacks why US crypto legislation must pass in 2025 or risk renewed crackdowns and political blowback. The window to pass meaningful cryptocurrency legislation in the United States is closing fast, and if missed, the industry could face long-term consequences, according to Marta Belcher, president of the Blockchain Association and the Filecoin Foundation. Speaking on this week’s episode of Cointelegraph’s Decentralize podcast, Belcher urged lawmakers and industry leaders to act before the 2026 election cycle threatens to derail the current momentum. Belcher said it is “absolutely critical” that legislation to clarify key elements within the industry is passed prior to the beginning of the next year.  Read more

SharpLink Gaming has established a significant Ethereum reserve, acquiring more than 176,000 ETH at an average price of $2,626 per token, according to a statement released on June 13. The $463 million investment marks the company as the first Nasdaq-listed firm to implement an Ethereum-focused treasury strategy. In addition, the company is the largest public […] The post SharpLink’s record $463M Ethereum acquisition fails to prevent 67% decline in stock appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The SEC has announced two high-profile leadership appointments that could shape the regulatory tone for digital assets and investment funds in the coming years. The post SEC Leadership Shakeup: Brian Daly and Kurt Hohl Step Into Key Roles — What It Means for Crypto? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Major crypto exchange Bitget has enabled the onboarding of Syrian citizens, effective immediately, after the US eased OFAC sanctions. The post Bitget Welcomes Syrian Users as US Eases OFAC Sanctions appeared first on Cryptonews.

Crypto market capitulation refers to a point of extreme selling pressure when investors panic and sell off assets, often marking the bottom of a market cycle. If you’ve spent any time in the world of cryptocurrencies, you’ve probably heard the word “capitulation” thrown around, often during moments of panic when prices are plummeting.  But what does it mean when someone says the crypto market is capitulating? And why should you, as an investor or even an observer, pay attention? Let’s break it down. Read more

Oil price talk leads macro analysis amid Middle East tensions, but whether Bitcoin will suffer as a result is up for debate as traders see a BTC price comeback. Key points: Bitcoin recovers from a trip below $103,000 with markets on edge over the Israel-Iran conflict. Oil steals the show on the day, but analysis is far from unanimous on the outlook. Read more

This week's vote on stablecoin legislation ensures that finance will continue to be dollar-denominated and governed by American values, says Kristin Smith.

The company’s announcement follows confusion over a recent SEC filing and shares tumbling around 70% in after-hours trading on Thursday.

Though concerns about the Trump family’s connections to World Liberty Financial’s stablecoin shadowed debate on the GENIUS Act, the bill is closer to passing the Senate. Lawmakers in the US Senate are scheduled to consider a vote on the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins, or GENIUS Act, after a majority chose to invoke cloture for the bill. According to a Thursday notice from Senate Democrats, the full chamber will vote on the GENIUS Act on Tuesday, June 17. The floor vote will follow senators proposing a variety of amendments to the bill, including one to address elected officials and their families potentially profiting through connections to the crypto industry. Read more

The number of crypto IPOs year-to-date matches the pace of offerings seen in the bull market of 2021, the report said.

Avalanche's native token faces significant selling pressure, though buyers have emerged at a key short-term support level.

Crypto Plunges, Israel strikes Iran, Gold & Oil Soar FOMO HOUR EP378 Crypto plunges as Israel strikes Iran. $1.1bn liquidations, Wynn liquidated again. GameStop upsizes debt raise to $2.25bn, to buy BTC. 21 companies launched BTC reserve in last 30 days. Sharplink falls 70% after equity re-sale announced. Sharplink acquires $463m ETH. DFDV announces $5bn equity line to buy SOL. Tony G launches HYPE treasury with $400k HYPE. DOT community proposes BTC treasury. Phantom allows USDC payments to Shopify. Walmart & Amazon consider issuing stablecoins. USDC natively launched on XRP ledger . Trident Digital to raise $500m to buy XRP. DTCC exploring stablecoin usage. Coinbase collabs with AmEx on BTC cashback card. Coinbase to allow DEX & perp trading in US. SEC delays decision on several altcoin ETFs. Tether acquires 32% in Elemental Altus for $92m. Tokenised gold goes live on Hyperliquid. FOMO HOUR brings you the biggest daily news, updates and events from inside and outside of the crypto and macro spheres! Join ho...

This year has seen an uptick in the number of altcoin ETF applications, with at least 31 filed in the first half of 2025, Cointelegraph Research found. Regulatory optimism in the US has led to at least 31 altcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) applications to the US Securities and Exchange Commission in the first half of 2025. The SEC has approved futures and spot ETFs for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH), but past attempts to list altcoin-related instruments have withered on the vine. Now, renewed optimism after the 2024 elections has led to several new applications that are expected to be approved. The list includes filings from familiar names such as VanEck, which applied to list ETFs in BNB (BNB) and Avalanche (AVAX). WisdomTree and Franklin Templeton both have XRP (XRP) ETFs pending. Memecoins are also represented, with REX-Osprey applying to list an ETF of US President Donald Trump’s token. Read more

Blockchain can reshape sports analytics as a secure, open and verifiable source of truth for performance data. From elite leagues to fantasy sports, blockchain breaks down data silos, ensures real-time accuracy and embeds trust in the sports ecosystem. Opinion by: Tristan Thompson, chief content officer and lead advisor, TracyAI In sports, data shapes nearly every decision, from trade deals and scouting reports to fantasy leagues and fan debates. In 2025, however, the systems that collect and distribute that data are broken. Stats are often inconsistent, delayed or siloed behind closed APIs.  The result? Athletes don’t own their performance data. Fans don’t trust what they see. And billions of dollars ride on numbers that can’t always be verified in real time. Read more

Walmart and Amazon are preparing to launch their own stablecoins as the U.S. Senate advances landmark legislation that would establish a federal regulatory framework for privately issued digital dollars for the first time. The legislation, known as the GENIUS Act (S.394), has passed committee and cleared cloture, with a final Senate vote scheduled for June […] The post Walmart & Amazon eye $14B in savings by launching corporate stablecoin appeared first on CryptoSlate.

SharpLink Gaming has emerged as the world’s largest publicly traded holder of Ethereum (ETH), after acquiring 176,271 ETH for $463 million. The post SharpLink Gaming Buys $463M in ETH, Becomes Largest Public ETH Holder appeared first on Cryptonews.

Though sharply lower, TON is showing signs of stabilization, according to the charts.

A YouTuber exposed an $800,000 crypto scam in Cebu by hacking CCTV, confronting scammers live and revealing their global fraud operation. In Cebu, Philippines, a scam call center ran a sophisticated $800,000 crypto fraud from the second floor of the Skyrise building in Cebu IT Park, using fake investment products like Quantum AI and Bitcoin Code.  Leveraging the Philippines’ low labor costs and strong English skills, the fraudulent investment group operated to scam unsuspecting victims in South Africa, Nigeria and the Gulf countries, promising high returns to lure deposits. Earlier, it used to target people in Canada, the UK and European countries. The scamsters have been operating under different names, such as BMJ Data Processing Services, Virtual Wealth Exchange, Solless Markets, BTC Boutique and more. Read more