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Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As Solana courts institutions, Lightchain AI is winning early investors with $21m raised, a completed 15-stage presale, and real AI infrastructure already in motion. Solana may be setting its sights on institutional adoption, but Lightchain AI is attracting early movers with a presale engine that consistently delivers. With all 15 presale phases completed and a Bonus Round now underway at a fixed price of $0.007, the project has already drawn nearly $21 million in committed interest. This isn’t speculation,…

The recent public listing of stablecoin USDC issuer Circle has been all the buzz lately, particularly following its strong debut. But could the success have negative implications for Bitcoin? A recent report from crypto market analyst 10x Research suggests Circle’s initial public offering (IPO) may not be as bullish for the broader crypto market as it appears. Instead, it might be a cautionary tale for Bitcoin (BTC). The sentiment stems from historical parallels. Analysts are comparing Circle’s IPO to Coinbase’s public debut in 2021, which also recorded strong early success.  Is Circle’s IPO the Next Coinbase Moment—or a Signal to…

BlackRock spot Bitcoin ETF has officially become the fastest exchange-traded fund in history to surpass $70 billion in assets under management. According to a June 9 post on X by Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, the iShares Bitcoin Trust crossed the $70 billion mark in just 341 days, five times faster than the previous record of 1,691 days set by the SPDR Gold Shares ETF. IBIT now manages $71.9 billion in assets and holds 661,457 Bitcoin (BTC), making BlackRock the world’s largest institutional holder of Bitcoin, ahead of Binance and Strategy. The ETF is currently trading at $61.77 per share…

Under the leadership of Paul Atkins, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking to fast-track crypto innovation through exemptions and tailored rulemaking. During the fifth meeting of the SEC’s Crypto Task Force roundtable titled DeFi and the American Spirit, Atkins outlined plans for a new “innovation exemption” that would provide conditional relief from certain regulatory requirements. While broader regulatory changes remain under development, the exemptions would provide a temporary structure to support the safe deployment of onchain services. Atkins said the exemptions would be designed to support firms that are willing to meet specified conditions while developing blockchain-based systems.…

Key Takeaways Under this proposal, certain developers and service providers would not be classified as money transmitters or subject to their registration obligations. CLARITY ACT outlines how digital assets would be regulated in the US, with clearer roles for both the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Lawmakers on the House Financial Services Committee are set to meet Tuesday for a markup hearing on a major crypto market structure bill that includes new protections for blockchain software developers. The latest draft of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025, known as the CLARITY…

Sky Protocol, formerly MakerDAO, launched its much-anticipated staking rewards program, and the numbers are already turning heads. In a June 9 post on X, the team revealed that more than $568 million worth of SKY tokens have been staked, with participants currently earning USDS at an annualized rate of 16%. Strong early engagement with the program is demonstrated by the distribution of more than 1.6 million USDS in the first week alone.  More than $568 million in SKY are now getting USDS rewards at a current annual rate of 16%.In just one week since launch, over 1.6 million USDS has…

Bitcoin surged roughly 3.8% over the past 24 hours, briefly breaking above the $110,000 mark before settling around $109,600 by Tuesday morning Asian hours. This move marks Bitcoin’s (BTC) strongest performance in June so far, reversing last week’s drop that saw the asset dip near $100,000. The price now sits just 3% below its all-time high. Behind this latest rally is a mix trading activity, on-chain signals, and macro developments. According to Coinglass data, nearly $203 million in positions were liquidated in the Bitcoin market over the past day. Of that, $195 million were shorts, highlighting the strength of upward…

U.S. stocks were little changed as Wall Street monitored renewed trade discussions between American and Chinese officials.  Hopes of easing tensions and rolling back tariffs weren’t enough to lift major indexes. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed lower by a single point while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices gained 5.52 points and 61.28 points, respecitvely. High-level U.S.-China trade talks took place in London, featuring Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.  US-China talks progress  National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told CNBC the U.S. is seeking firm commitments from China on critical mineral exports, with expectations that…

Paraguay’s government announced Monday that President Santiago Peña’s X account may have been hacked after it shared a post falsely claiming that Bitcoin had been declared legal tender in the country. The post, written in English and accompanied by a Spanish-language statement, asserted that Paraguay was launching a $5 million Bitcoin-backed reserve fund and integrating the cryptocurrency into its national financial system.  It featured what appeared to be an official government decree, using the national coat of arms and official-looking formatting. The now-deleted tweet immediately drew skepticism due to its promotional tone, formatting inconsistencies, and absence from any official Paraguayan…

UMA surged 26.54% from a high-confluence support area, catching traders’ attention with a sharp bullish move. However, after rejecting from local resistance at $1.80, the focus now shifts to whether bulls can defend support for continuation—or risk a full retrace within a broader range. After a strong and impulsive rally, UMA (UMA) has caught the attention of traders with a 26.54% move from support. This rally originated from a technically significant zone and marked a bullish shift in short-term momentum. However, price has now encountered resistance at $1.80, and a rejection has already formed, leaving a wick that may signal…