Research
Technology
Micro-cap Quantum Resistance Ledger’s QRL token jumps 33% amid quantum concerns for crypto
Quantum-resistant infrastructure gains traction as quantum concerns spotlight cryptographic vulnerabilities.
Staking
Aave DAO activates on-chain slashing mechanism with ‘Umbrella’ launch
Umbrella launch replaces governance votes with autonomous slashing and boosts on-chain safety.
Derivatives
Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, Solana hit by $384 million in largest liquidation day since February
Market Overview: Total liquidations surge to $979.72M overnight, the largest since February.
Analysis
Nearly $1 billion liquidated as Bitcoin recovers from $100k dip during Elon Musk, Donald Trump breakup
End of the 'bromance' between Musk and Trump sends shockwaves through Bitcoin and Tesla markets.
Derivatives
Total crypto trading volume hits $80 trillion over last 12 months
Structural shifts see trading volumes stabilize at higher baseline.
Crime
Venezuelans turn to stablecoins as Government arrests Instagram FX rate account mods
With 160% exchange rate rise, stablecoins emerge as stable alternatives in Venezuela's economic turmoil.
Politics
South Korea’s new president races to approve Bitcoin ETFs for 16 million traders
South Korea’s new President pledges Bitcoin ETFs and a national stablecoin.
Adoption
Largest US economy, California, moves to accept Bitcoin for state fees by passing new bill to Senate
California will become the fourth US state to pass such legislation if it now passes the Senate and is codified by Governor Gavin Newsom.
Adoption
Coinbase CEO fears Bitcoin replaces dollar if US debt grows as Elon Musk calls for firing of 215 Republicans
Brian Armstrong and Elon Musk went on the offensive against government overspending in late-night X posts.
Crypto Equities
Strategy sits on up to $15.8B Q2 Bitcoin gains with sights on S&P 500 listing
Accounting update could transform Strategy's ledger into an S&P 500 ticket.
Investments
Bitstamp finally folds into Robinhood in $200M merger, unlocking global crypto passport
Bitstamp's integration marks Robinhood’s entry into institutional crypto services, expanding its product offerings beyond U.S. borders.
Crime
Coinbase delayed revealing data breach that may cost up to $400M, drops third-party vendor
Legal battles loom for Coinbase over delayed breach disclosure and insider hacks.