MiCA Decoded: July 1 Is Not the Deadline. For Most Service Providers, It Already Passed Picture a crypto exchange registered in an EU Member State, operating normally in early April 2026. The registration is valid. The compliance team has July 1 circled in red. The founder believes the situation is under control: there are still 90 days to sort out the licensing. The business is legal today, and the deadline […]

MiCA Decoded: July 1 Is Not the Deadline. For Most Service Providers, It Already Passed

Picture a crypto exchange registered in an EU Member State, operating normally in early April 2026. The registration is valid. The compliance team has July 1 circled in red. The founder believes t…
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Canada Moves to Ban Crypto Donations - Before It Becomes a Problem Canada is moving to ban cryptocurrency donations to political campaigns, taking a decisive step that reflects growing concern...

You could see the resulting fallout perfectly before, during, and after the US election. Just look at $TRUMP, $MELANIA, $BARRON... they act as the perfect pipelines for grifters.

Stablecoin yield in crypto Clarity Act won't allow rewards on balances, latest text says The crypto industry got a first look at legislative language that won't allow rewards on stablecoin balances, and the approach is seen as restrictive.

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2️⃣ Analyst Tony Severino highlights that a rebound in this correlation could precede significant market crashes, as seen in previous years. Each drop to -0.5 has historically led to sharp corrections, suggesting a looming risk for #Bitcoin prices.

Bitcoin-S&P 500 Correlation Coefficient Signals Impending Market Crash - Details The Bitcoin market commenced an extended bearish phase in October 2025, after an initial flash crash triggered a 19% decline from the present all-time

1️⃣ Bitcoin's recent performance shows a 4.89% recovery, trading at $75,000 after a bearish phase. However, concerns arise as the Bitcoin-S&P 500 Correlation Coefficient has shifted, indicating potential for another major downturn. $BTC

UK central bank is warming up to stablecoins, but says industry input is lacking The Bank of England is open to fixes on its proposed stablecoin framework, but one official said it needs better feedback from crypto industry participants.

UK central bank is warming up to stablecoins, but says industry input is lacking

The Bank of England is open to fixes on its proposed stablecoin framework, but one official said it needs better feedback from crypto industry participants.
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3️⃣ The launch expands BlackRock's crypto offerings, which include successful Bitcoin and #Ethereum funds. It remains to be seen if this new fund will draw fresh capital or shift existing investments.

2️⃣ The fund aims for a 4% annualised yield, with rewards distributed monthly. Notably, #BlackRock is waiving its 0.25% fee to 0.12% for the first year to attract investors.

BlackRock's Staked Ethereum Fund Debuts With $107M In Assets, Monthly Yield For Investors Three institutional-grade validator firms — Figment, Galaxy Digital, and Attestant — will run the Ethereum network nodes that power BlackRock's newest crypto

1️⃣ BlackRock has launched the iShares Staked Ethereum $ETH Trust on Nasdaq, debuting with $107 million in assets. This fund allows investors to hold Ether and earn staking rewards without needing a crypto wallet.

2️⃣ Ripple's $50 billion valuation raises eyebrows as XRP's price drops over 60%. While Ripple expands its services beyond tokens, many investors worry they're solely supporting XRP's recovery. The market's current dynamics suggest a lack of unique drivers for price movement.

XRP transactions triple to 3M daily as investors question Ripple’s $50B valuation - Cryptopolitan Transactions on XRP Ledger surges to approximately 3 million daily and nearly 27,000 AMM pools.

1️⃣ $XRP Ledger has seen daily transactions soar to 3 million in March 2026, nearly tripling from mid-2025, driven by tokenized assets worth over $460 million. Despite this growth, XRP's demand remains questionable compared to $ETH or $SOL.

3️⃣ The fallout is significant. The ongoing legal battle has stalled the Senate confirmation of Kevin Warsh, the president's pick to replace Powell. Filings also reveal Powell may remain on the Fed board until 2028 to defend its independence. #Economy 📉

2️⃣ US Attorney Jeanine Pirro vowed to appeal, claiming the decision grants Powell "immunity." However, the judge noted there was “essentially zero evidence” of a crime regarding Powell's previous congressional testimony on a building renovation. #USPolitics 🏛️

Judge Throws Out Justice Department Subpoenas to Federal Reserve “Abundant evidence” exists that the subpoenas were designed to “harass and pressure Powell” to yield to President Trump, according to the ruling.

1️⃣ A federal judge has thrown out the US Justice Department's subpoenas targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The ruling described the probe as a baseless attempt to harass Powell into resigning or bowing to political pressure over interest rates. #FederalReserve ⚖️

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2️⃣ The #stablecoin will be backed 1:1, with at least 40% in bank deposits and the rest in high-quality sovereign bonds. This initiative seeks to provide a regulated alternative to US dollar stablecoins, supporting real-time cross-border payments and global trade.

Qivalis Consortium Advances Euro Stablecoin Ahead of Launch European banks in the Qivalis consortium are negotiating exchange deals and backing their euro stablecoin with deposits and short-term sovereign bonds.

1️⃣ Qivalis, a consortium of major European banks including ING and UniCredit, is in advanced talks to launch a euro-pegged stablecoin by late 2026. They aim to partner with crypto exchanges and liquidity firms to ensure effective distribution.

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3️⃣ The update also boosts privacy platforms by removing the need for third-party broadcasters. Buterin highlighted this as a win for Ethereum's cypherpunk ethos: maximising what users can do even if external infrastructure fails. #Crypto 🛡️

2️⃣ What changes? Transactions will use a sequence of "frames". This enables multi-signature wallets, quantum-resistant security, and the ability to pay gas fees in non-ETH tokens without relying on central intermediaries. Existing accounts can also upgrade. #Blockchain ⚙️

Ethereum smart accounts are finally coming 'within a year' — Vitalik Buterin Ethereum account abstraction, or smart accounts, will be shipped with the Hegota upgrade “within a year,” said Vitalik Buterin on Saturday.“We have been talking about account abstraction ever since ea...

1️⃣ Ethereum is finally bringing "smart accounts" to the network. @vitalik.ca Buterin confirms the long-awaited account abstraction (EIP-8141) will deploy within a year via the #Hegota upgrade, drastically simplifying user experience and network security. #Ethereum 🚀

QuickLens Chrome extension steals crypto, shows ClickFix attack A Chrome extension named "QuickLens - Search Screen with Google Lens" has been removed from the Chrome Web Store after it was compromised to push malware and attempt to steal crypto from thousands of users.

QuickLens Chrome extension steals crypto, shows ClickFix attack

3️⃣ This is not just a theoretical exercise. The Ethereum Foundation has launched a dedicated post-quantum research team, and initial upgrades for more flexible account structures are expected to begin rolling out as early as this year. #Blockchain 🌐

2️⃣ The plan targets four core vulnerabilities, including validator signatures and daily wallet transactions. To mitigate risks, Ethereum will transition to quantum-resistant "hash-based" cryptography and utilise STARK proofs to maintain network efficiency. #Crypto 💻

Ethereum news: Vitalik Buterin unveils roadmap to counter quantum computing threat This move comes shortly after the Ethereum Foundation established a dedicated post-quantum research team to study the issue.

1️⃣ @vitalik.ca Buterin has unveiled a "quantum roadmap" to shield Ethereum from the looming threat of quantum computers. Proactively upgrading the network's encryption defences is vital to secure its long-term future. #Ethereum 🛡️

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2️⃣ Analysts suggest there's a 79% chance $BTC could drop to $55,000, but history shows that panic can lead to rebounds. Previous crises have seen #BTC recover significantly after initial downturns, leaving room for optimism amidst the turmoil.

Bitcoin Faces $1.8B in Panic Selling as U.S.-Iran Airstrikes Escalate; Will BTC Crash Below $60k? CryptoQuant revealed that Bitcoin is facing panic selling amid airstrikes between the U.S. and Iran, with a BTC crash on the horizon.

1️⃣ #Bitcoin is experiencing panic selling due to escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with sell volumes hitting nearly $1.8 billion. Experts warn of a potential crash if it fails to hold the $62,600 support level.

BTC price now: What next for bitcoin as Iran attacks U.S. bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, UAE Tehran launched waves of missiles and drones targeting Israel, U.S. bases, and Gulf allies, with explosions reported in Dubai, Kuwait, and Bahrain.

"The anti-war president", who was going to send our bags to the moon, or so he said. But first, he drained 150 billion in liquidity from the crypto market with his scam coins $TRUMP, $MELANIA, and co., and liquidated 1.9 million retail investors. 🤡

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3️⃣ Binance claims the dismissals were due to "individual circumstances". However, with the #SEC dropping its case against the platform under the new US administration and CZ's recent pardon, concerns over regulatory oversight are growing. #Compliance 📉

2️⃣ Documents show a Hong Kong firm channelled over $1bn to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard. The account was highly restricted. When investigators flagged this to leadership, four were sacked. #Binance 💼