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The European Central Bank selected 36 payment providers to participate in a yearlong digital euro pilot program starting in 2027.

The launch of Robinhood Chain on the Ethereum layer-2 stack fuels debate over whether Ethereum is a thriving ecosystem or struggling with revenue capture.

Humanity Protocol is strengthening operational security after a $36 million hack caused by a compromised employee laptop.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $424.7 million in net outflows on July 13, erasing the previous week's total gains and stalling momentum.

Startup Boundless is repurposing its 4,000-GPU decentralized network from zero-knowledge proof verification to support high-demand AI inference workloads.

Benchmark increased Hut 8's price target to $165, highlighting the company's successful strategic transition into an AI infrastructure developer.

US inflation cooled to 3.5% in June, exceeding expectations and boosting cryptocurrency markets as investors anticipate less aggressive monetary tightening.

AFX participated in the Japan Blockchain Week Summit 2026 to highlight its high-performance Layer 1 infrastructure for decentralized derivatives and future AI-integrated trading.

Softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data for June has reduced market expectations for immediate interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve.

CleanSpark has secured a 20-year, $6.6 billion data center lease with an unnamed technology firm, signaling a major strategic pivot toward AI infrastructure.

The European Central Bank has selected 36 firms for a 12-month digital euro pilot program to test its functionality ahead of a potential 2029 issuance.

JCB has partnered with Circle to explore using USDC stablecoins for cross-border payments, merchant transactions, and improved internal fund transfers.

Major memory chip stocks like SanDisk, SK Hynix, Micron, and Samsung are showing bearish reversal patterns amid growing fears of an AI market bubble.

Bitcoin markets brace for volatility as June CPI data coincides with Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's first semiannual congressional testimony.

The American Bankers Association and other groups are urging lawmakers to clarify stablecoin yield rules in the CLARITY Act to prevent deposit substitution.

Stephen Newnham, a Solana community leader, is running as an independent candidate in the Clacton by-election, campaigning on digital innovation and onchain transparency.

Multiple banks have upgraded Robinhood's price targets, fueled by the rapid growth of the new Robinhood Chain and its expanding financial ecosystem.

The European Central Bank has selected 36 payment service providers to participate in a digital euro pilot program starting in 2027.

Rising U.S.-Iran conflict and climbing oil prices have dampened investor sentiment, pressuring bitcoin and global equity markets.

Meme coins on Binance have experienced over $1.2 billion in net selling since Bitcoin reached its peak in October 2025.

BIP-110, an attempt to restrict non-financial data on the Bitcoin blockchain, has failed due to lack of industry support and governance concerns.

Prediction market platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are challenging traditional sportsbooks, reaching record trading volumes during the 2026 World Cup.

The UK HMRC will implement a 'no gain, no loss' tax policy for crypto lending and liquidity pools starting April 6, 2027.

Banks are building infrastructure to capture fees from Bitcoin held by individuals rather than owning the assets themselves.

Bitcoin is seeing a steady transfer of supply from long-term holders to new buyers amid market consolidation and potential macroeconomic pressures.

Silver prices have plummeted 52% from their all-time high as geopolitical tension in the Strait of Hormuz boosts inflation and Federal Reserve rate expectations.

Dragonfly managing partner Haseeb Qureshi argues that AI has not caused a surge in catastrophic DeFi hacks, despite ongoing industry security concerns.

Bitcoin consolidated at $62,600 as South Korean investors flocked to crypto following a significant 10% decline in the KOSPI stock index.

A 55-year analysis concludes that the US dollar, gold, and Bitcoin serve distinct roles as liquidity, insurance, and high-risk investment assets respectively.

Rising retail bullishness for XRP and ether during price declines often serves as a contrarian indicator of potential further market downside.

The upcoming US June CPI report is expected to show cooling inflation, largely driven by a significant decline in oil and gasoline prices.

The U.S. government transferred over $288 million in seized bitcoin and ether to Coinbase Prime for custody and potential management.

A solo miner using a low-cost Bitaxe rig successfully validated a Bitcoin block, earning a reward worth approximately $200,000.

Anthropic issued a massive, erroneous $16.6 million invoice to a South Korean free-tier user due to a billing system glitch.

Bitrue has introduced Bitrue AI, a new, beginner-friendly trading tool that provides transparent explanations for its automated investment strategies.

President Trump is pressuring the Senate to pass the CLARITY Act before the August recess to bolster U.S. competitiveness in crypto and AI.

Former LASD deputy Scott Allen Simpkins was sentenced to 18 months in prison for obstructing an investigation into crypto businessman Adam Iza.

A trader predicts Bitcoin's bear market will conclude when the two-month stochastic RSI indicator hits zero, mirroring historical trends from 2014, 2018, and 2022.

Chainlink reached a record 900,000 active wallets despite a lagging price, driven by increased adoption of its CCIP technology across various platforms.

Bitcoin faces a volatile 24-hour period driven by CPI data, Fed testimony, and escalating maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

South Korea is advancing its blockchain and digital asset strategy while simultaneously prioritizing massive investment in AI and semiconductor infrastructure.

South Korea has officially scheduled a 2027 pilot to test tokenized government bonds using its institutional central bank digital currency infrastructure.

Derive (DRV) price climbed nearly 30% following simultaneous listing announcements on major South Korean exchanges Upbit and Bithumb.

Banking associations are lobbying the Senate to tighten stablecoin yield restrictions in the Clarity Act to prevent bank deposit flight.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a significant $424.66 million net outflow on Monday, reversing recent momentum and highlighting ongoing institutional selling pressure.

While XRP and Ethereum show bearish social sentiment signals, their contrasting funding rates suggest different market outlooks for each asset.

Rising AI-driven memory costs are hurting budget smartphone makers while premium brands like Apple thrive, pushing its stock to record highs.

A Reuters analysis indicates President Donald Trump reinvested crypto gains into traditional assets like stocks and bonds throughout the past year.

Bitcoin hovers near $62,600 as geopolitical tensions in Iran and impending inflation data create economic uncertainty for the crypto market.

RLUSD is a regulated, U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by Ripple Labs to facilitate efficient enterprise payments and institutional settlements.

The U.S. government transferred $288 million in seized cryptocurrency to Coinbase Prime, raising questions about potential sales despite existing non-sale mandates.

Ogilvy Spain CEO Jordi Urbea argues that crypto brands fail primarily due to a lack of unique identity rather than technical flaws.

Bitcoin faces volatility as traders await the June US Consumer Price Index data, which significantly impacts market expectations and Federal Reserve policy.

Spot Bitcoin ETFs have streamlined institutional access to cryptocurrency by eliminating complex custody and compliance requirements associated with direct ownership.

South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, Upbit, saw a 1,437% volume surge as domestic equity markets, including the KOSPI index, experienced a sharp decline.

The full implementation of MiCAR in Europe has transitioned the crypto industry into a licensed market, forcing consolidation and regulatory compliance for service providers.

A solo miner using inexpensive, low-power Bitaxe hardware successfully mined a Bitcoin block, earning approximately $200,000.

White House digital asset adviser Patrick Witt will take a leave of absence for military training during a critical period for the CLARITY Act.

A new poll reveals that 79% of Americans anticipate a prolonged war between the US and Iran, impacting markets and political sentiment.

South Korea’s largest SK Hynix leveraged ETF dropped 45% following a sharp market reversal, leaving retail investors with significant losses.

Two weeks post-launch, Robinhood Chain has surpassed Ethereum in daily decentralized exchange (DEX) volume, ranking third globally.

The US government transferred $297 million in seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime, sparking speculation about a potential sale of the assets.

Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies fell over 2% as investors increased bets on a July Federal Reserve interest rate hike.

Major US banks report second-quarter earnings today, with investors looking for signs of economic resilience amid inflation and geopolitical instability.

The US government transferred $297 million in seized Bitcoin and Ether to Coinbase Prime, sparking speculation regarding potential liquidation of the assets.

Despite a recent decline in SanDisk stock, Wall Street analysts remain bullish due to strong AI-driven demand and improved memory market dynamics.

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh faces Congressional testimony as market expectations for a July interest rate hike rise to 50%.

This week's Asia Express covers a $122M scam crackdown in Thailand, Hyundai's stablecoin settlement pilot, and several major crypto developments across Japan and Asia.

The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association has endorsed the CLARITY Act while requesting specific legislative adjustments to enhance DeFi accountability.

Grayscale reports that the crypto market is increasingly favoring tokens with strong financial fundamentals over speculative assets like meme coins.