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BTC Hits $71K as Rally Faces Record Low Spot Volumes

Bitcoin recently surged past $71,600, but low spot trading volumes on major exchanges like Binance suggest the move lacks strong underlying demand. The rally appears driven by external news headlines and the liquidation of short positions rather than new capital entering the market. While whale inflow momentum has reached an 11-year high, the overall decline in open interest points to increased sensitivity to short-term volatility.

United States·PM 6:32·Regulation

Polymarket Toughens Rules to Combat Market Manipulation

Polymarket has implemented stricter market integrity rules to combat insider trading and price manipulation while seeking better alignment with regulatory standards. The update includes enhanced monitoring systems, clearer resolution criteria, and restrictions on ethically sensitive or easily manipulated markets. These changes follow increased scrutiny and recent controversies involving high-stakes prediction markets on geopolitical events.

Canada·PM 5:43·Regulation

Deloitte, Stablecorp build CAD stablecoin tech for firms

Deloitte Canada and Stablecorp are partnering to integrate the QCAD stablecoin into institutional payment and settlement systems. This initiative aims to prepare Canadian financial institutions for 24/7 blockchain-based transactions as the federal government advances new regulatory frameworks for fiat-backed digital assets. The collaboration focuses on improving efficiency and transparency in anticipation of rules proposed under Bill C-15.

Bitcoin·PM 5:41·Market

Bitcoin risks $46K plunge as technical weakness mounts

Bitcoin faces potential downside risk after failing to secure a weekly close above the 200-week exponential moving average of $68,300. Market analysts warn that this technical weakness could trigger a sell-off toward the $46,000 support level. While the $68,000 mark remains a critical pivot point for major holders, a breakdown might lead to a significant price correction.

Aave·PM 5:02·All

Aave DAO Greenlights V4 Deployment on Ethereum Mainnet

Aave DAO has unanimously approved a proposal to move forward with the deployment of Aave V4 on the Ethereum mainnet, targeting a launch later this year. The upgrade introduces a modular Hub and Spoke architecture designed to unify liquidity and provide more flexible risk management. This new version will also feature deeper integration for the GHO stablecoin and a revamped liquidation engine following extensive security audits.

United States·PM 4:42·Regulation

Polymarket & Kalshi CEOs back new $35M prediction market VC

5c(c) Capital is raising $35 million for a new venture fund dedicated to the prediction market sector. High-profile backers include the CEOs of Polymarket and Kalshi, alongside prominent tech investors like Marc Andreessen. The firm, led by former Kalshi executives, enters the market as interest in event contracts surges despite ongoing regulatory debates in the United States.

Bitcoin·PM 4:22·All

BlackRock’s Larry Fink: Tokenization to Revolutionize Finance

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink's annual letter highlights tokenization as a transformative force comparable to the internet's early days. The firm, which already manages nearly $150 billion in digital market-linked assets including the BUIDL fund, aims to use digital ledgers to make investing more efficient and accessible. Fink argues that updating the financial system's infrastructure through digital wallets will help broaden market participation and lower costs.

Bitcoin·PM 3:02·Market

MicroStrategy eyes $42B capital raise for Bitcoin buys

MicroStrategy has launched a massive $42 billion capital-raising program, split equally between common stock and preferred shares. This initiative, supported by an expanded syndicate of 19 agents, aims to bolster the company's Bitcoin acquisition strategy. Recent filings show the firm now holds 762,099 BTC following a fresh purchase of 1,031 coins.

Bitcoin·PM 2:46·All

MoonPay launches open-source cross-chain wallet for AI agents

MoonPay has launched the Open Wallet Standard (OWS), an open-source infrastructure allowing autonomous AI agents to manage assets and execute transactions across multiple blockchains including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. Developed with contributions from major firms like PayPal and Ripple, the standard ensures security by encrypting private keys and wiping them from memory immediately after signing. This tool aims to unify the agent economy by providing a common wallet layer for cross-chain financial interactions.

Bitcoin·PM 2:44·All

JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley boost Core Scientific credit to $1B

Core Scientific has expanded its credit facility to $1 billion following a new $500 million commitment from JPMorgan Chase, joining existing lender Morgan Stanley. The company intends to use the funds to accelerate its transition from bitcoin mining to AI data center operations and upgrade infrastructure across Texas, Georgia, and North Carolina. This financing supports a strategic move to meet the surging demand for high-density compute workloads.

European Union·PM 2:41·All

Spain Arrests Suspect in Ledger Co-Founder Kidnapping

Spanish authorities have arrested a suspect in Benalmádena for the January 2025 kidnapping and torture of Ledger co-founder David Balland. The individual was part of a criminal group that demanded a 10 million euro ransom before Balland was rescued by French police. This arrest follows a cross-border investigation into a series of targeted attacks against crypto executives across Europe.

Sky·PM 2:34·Whale

NovaBay rebrands to SDEV, acquires 9% of SKY token supply

NovaBay Pharmaceuticals has rebranded as Stablecoin Development Corporation (SDEV) following a $134 million private placement led by Tether and Framework Ventures. The firm now holds approximately 8.78% of the total SKY token supply, valued at roughly $147 million, as it pivots from healthcare to the cryptocurrency sector. In addition to market acquisitions, the company has begun staking its holdings to generate yields within the Sky protocol ecosystem.

Ethereum·PM 2:04·Whale

Bitmine Adds 65K ETH as Tom Lee Signals End of Crypto Winter

Bitmine recently added 65,341 ETH to its holdings, bringing its total treasury to over 4.6 million ETH valued at approximately $10 billion. Chairman Tom Lee noted that Ethereum is entering the final stages of a mini-crypto winter while increasingly serving as a reliable store of value during market volatility. The firm now controls nearly 3.9% of Ethereum's circulating supply and aims to reach a 5% ownership target.

United States·PM 1:34·All

$3.4M Crypto Scam: How a 'Wrong Number' Text Stole Millions

Federal prosecutors in Boston have seized approximately $3.4 million in USDT linked to a sophisticated social engineering scam that began with a simple 'wrong number' text. Fraudsters built long-term trust with victims before pitching a fraudulent investment opportunity that combined Ether with the perceived stability of gold. Victims were instructed to purchase cryptocurrency on legitimate exchanges and transfer it to external wallets, where the funds were subsequently laundered through various addresses.

United States·PM 1:32·ETF

Crypto Inflows Slow to $230M Amid Fed 'Hawkish Pause'

Crypto investment products recorded $230 million in net inflows last week, marking a fourth consecutive week of growth despite a significant slowdown. Bitcoin led with $219 million in gains, while Ethereum's three-week inflow streak ended with $27.5 million in outflows following the Fed's hawkish stance. Solana continues to show strength with $17 million in weekly inflows, contributing to a total of $138 billion in global assets under management.

DeFi·PM 1:15·All

Katana Acquires IDEX to Launch Perpetual Futures Trading

Katana, a DeFi scaling layer incubated by Polygon Labs, has acquired the decentralized exchange IDEX to power its new perpetual futures platform, Katana Perps. This move integrates spot and derivatives trading into a single on-chain stack backed by major market makers like GSR and Selini Capital. The acquisition follows Katana's recent mainnet launch and aims to streamline capital efficiency for both retail and institutional users.

Bitcoin·PM 1:13·Market

Trump-Iran headlines spark $415M in crypto liquidations

Bitcoin experienced a volatile session as conflicting reports on US-Iran tensions triggered $415 million in liquidations within four hours. After a social media post from Donald Trump sent prices above $71,200, a denial from Iran caused a rapid retreat that wiped out both short and long positions. The market eventually settled near $70,000, highlighting how news headlines can trigger massive cascades in high-leverage trading environments.

Bitcoin·PM 12:42·All

Airdrops failed: Why crypto is returning to token sales

The era of speculative airdrops is giving way to more intentional token distribution models as projects move away from rewarding mercenary behavior and bot-driven extraction. New token sales are leveraging privacy-preserving identity and on-chain reputation to ensure assets reach committed human participants rather than automated attackers. This strategic pivot aims to rebuild trust and foster long-term community loyalty over temporary engagement metrics.

Bitcoin·PM 12:22·Whale

Strategy Adds 1,031 BTC; Total Holdings Reach 762,099 BTC

Strategy has acquired an additional 1,031 Bitcoin for approximately $76.6 million, bringing its total holdings to 762,099 BTC. The company, led by Michael Saylor, now controls over 3.5% of the total Bitcoin supply. This latest purchase was funded through the sale of company shares as part of its ongoing aggressive accumulation strategy.

Brazil·PM 12:03·Regulation

Brazil Postpones Controversial Crypto Transaction Tax Plan

Brazil's new Finance Minister Dario Durigan is reportedly delaying a plan to apply the IOF tax to certain cryptocurrency transactions, particularly stablecoins. The move seeks to avoid legislative friction during an election year while focusing on broader microeconomic goals. Industry groups have challenged the proposal, arguing that classifying digital assets as foreign exchange is unconstitutional under existing laws.