Stablecoins
Technology
Vitalik proposes ‘Lean Ethereum’ to achieve quantum security, simpler validator operations
The concept already has four research tracks already under review, which are connected to existing efforts in the Ethereum ecosystem.
Adoption
Bitwise CIO calls Bitcoin ‘best horse in the race’ to explain accelerated corporate buys
Unprecedented deficits and money creation are pushing CFOs into alternative stores of value, such as Bitcoin.
Stablecoins
Bank of America eyes dollar-pegged stablecoin amid Senate fast-tracking GENIUS Act
The announcement by BofA's CEO comes amid regulatory developments in the US, and a move by a European giant in the same direction.
Analysis
Bitcoin dips as Trump finalizes tariff deals with China
Despite the slight correction, Bitcoin is holding above the realized price of $106,900 registered by investors who bought BTC in the past 24 hours.
Legislation
Senate’s 68-30 cloture vote speeds GENIUS Act toward simple majority passage
Senate advances GENIUS Act with a 68-30 vote, moving closer to final passage after months of debate.
Analysis
Bitcoin holding $100k psychological floor amid recent dip signals robust investor sentiment
Volatility divergence pointed out as potential setup for larger moves if Bitcoin retests its all-time high near $112,000.
Regulation
SEC reportedly fast-tracks Solana ETFs: potential approval arrives within 5 weeks
According to James Seyffart, the REX Shares filings prompted the regulator to approve some ETFs before October.
Adoption
Fortune 500 blockchain adoption hits 60% as institutions inject $50B into crypto funds in Q1
Moreover, the average number of projects per company jumped to 9.7 from 5.8 year on year, a 67% rise.
Investments
Blockchain Group wins approval for $11B raise to execute aggressive Bitcoin acquisitions
The decision follows a €300 million plan announced on June 9, increasing BTC acquisition capacity by over three times.
Stablecoins
RLUSD surpasses $300M supply as Ripple secures UAE backing
Ripple's UAE approval positions RLUSD for rapid Middle East expansion and regulatory recognition.
Crypto
ProShares, Bitwise race to launch CRCL ETFs, targeting August debut amid stock price surge
CRCL traded at over $117 as of press time, with Circle's diluted valuation representing half of USDC's market cap.
ETF
BlackRock’s IBIT rockets to $70B in 341 days, 5x faster than previous record
IBIT currently holds nearly 20% of all Bitcoin holdings listed, but public companies prepare to acquire more BTC and shake the supply distribution.
