๐ฅณ Coinbase Launches "Coinbase Payments" on Base
๐ต Coinbase has unveiled Coinbase Payments โ a new payment service for merchants and platforms, enabling instant 24/7 USDC transactions on the Base blockchain.
โก๏ธ Fast, cheap, and always on โ the move strengthens Base's real-world utility and pushes crypto payments closer to mass adoption.
๐ต Coinbase has unveiled Coinbase Payments โ a new payment service for merchants and platforms, enabling instant 24/7 USDC transactions on the Base blockchain.
โก๏ธ Fast, cheap, and always on โ the move strengthens Base's real-world utility and pushes crypto payments closer to mass adoption.
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830,000+ BTC Held by Top 100 Companies!
Corporate Bitcoin adoption keeps growing: as of now, 100 companies collectively hold over 830,000 BTC โ a massive chunk of the total supply.
๐ This trend highlights increasing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a treasury asset and long-term store of value.
Whoโs next to join the BTC club? ๐
Corporate Bitcoin adoption keeps growing: as of now, 100 companies collectively hold over 830,000 BTC โ a massive chunk of the total supply.
๐ This trend highlights increasing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a treasury asset and long-term store of value.
Whoโs next to join the BTC club? ๐
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๐ Circle Stock Soars 34% After Senate Passes Stablecoin Bill
๐บ๐ธ Circle (CRCL) shares surged +34% on June 18, with another +6% after-hours, following Senate approval of the GENIUS Act โ a landmark stablecoin regulation bill.
๐ต As the issuer of USDC, the worldโs #2 stablecoin, Circle is seen as a key winner if stablecoins become officially recognized in the U.S. payment system.
๐ฃ Trump called the bill a step toward making the U.S. a "digital asset leader."
๐ Since its June 5 NYSE debut, Circle stock is up over 540%, hitting $211.87 in after-hours. Market cap now exceeds $48B.
โHistory is being made,โ wrote CEO Jeremy Allaire.
๐บ๐ธ Circle (CRCL) shares surged +34% on June 18, with another +6% after-hours, following Senate approval of the GENIUS Act โ a landmark stablecoin regulation bill.
๐ต As the issuer of USDC, the worldโs #2 stablecoin, Circle is seen as a key winner if stablecoins become officially recognized in the U.S. payment system.
๐ฃ Trump called the bill a step toward making the U.S. a "digital asset leader."
๐ Since its June 5 NYSE debut, Circle stock is up over 540%, hitting $211.87 in after-hours. Market cap now exceeds $48B.
โHistory is being made,โ wrote CEO Jeremy Allaire.
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๐จ Largest Password Leak in History: 16 Billion Credentials Exposed!
A massive 16B password leak has been confirmed โ affecting major platforms like Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub, Telegram, and even government services. ๐
๐ Researchers say this isnโt recycled data โ itโs mostly fresh, exploitable info, likely from multiple infostealers.
โ ๏ธ These login dumps open the door to phishing, account takeovers, and large-scale cyberattacks.
๐ก What you should do now:
โช๏ธChange your passwords immediately, especially if reused across sites
โช๏ธEnable 2FA/MFA wherever possible
โช๏ธUse password managers and monitor for dark web leaks
โช๏ธConsider switching to passkeys for better security
This isnโt just a leak โ itโs a blueprint for mass exploitation. Stay alert and take action.
A massive 16B password leak has been confirmed โ affecting major platforms like Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub, Telegram, and even government services. ๐
๐ Researchers say this isnโt recycled data โ itโs mostly fresh, exploitable info, likely from multiple infostealers.
โ ๏ธ These login dumps open the door to phishing, account takeovers, and large-scale cyberattacks.
๐ก What you should do now:
โช๏ธChange your passwords immediately, especially if reused across sites
โช๏ธEnable 2FA/MFA wherever possible
โช๏ธUse password managers and monitor for dark web leaks
โช๏ธConsider switching to passkeys for better security
This isnโt just a leak โ itโs a blueprint for mass exploitation. Stay alert and take action.
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๐งพ CZ Calls for Crypto โWill Functionโ to Inherit Digital Assets
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao is urging all crypto platforms to implement a โwill functionโ โ a feature allowing users to preassign heirs and asset distribution in case of death.
๐ Every year, over $1B in crypto is lost on exchanges due to deceased users lacking inheritance settings.
๐ก CZ's proposal aims to make crypto more secure and future-proof โ not just for you, but for your loved ones too.
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao is urging all crypto platforms to implement a โwill functionโ โ a feature allowing users to preassign heirs and asset distribution in case of death.
๐ Every year, over $1B in crypto is lost on exchanges due to deceased users lacking inheritance settings.
๐ก CZ's proposal aims to make crypto more secure and future-proof โ not just for you, but for your loved ones too.
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Ohio Man Loses Over $1M in Facebook Crypto Scam ๐ฅท
๐ A 63-year-old from Solon, Ohio, lost $1.25M in a crypto scam after being lured by a fake friend on Facebook who pitched a bogus investment opportunity via a fake platform called โCoinget.โ
๐ He was shown fake profits growing to $3M, but when he tried to withdraw funds, he was hit with fake taxes and fees.
๐คท The platform turned out to be non-existent โ the entire operation was a fraud.
๐ A 63-year-old from Solon, Ohio, lost $1.25M in a crypto scam after being lured by a fake friend on Facebook who pitched a bogus investment opportunity via a fake platform called โCoinget.โ
๐ He was shown fake profits growing to $3M, but when he tried to withdraw funds, he was hit with fake taxes and fees.
๐คท The platform turned out to be non-existent โ the entire operation was a fraud.
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๐ Glassnode: Bitcoin Whales Taking Over as On-Chain Activity Shifts
According to the latest Glassnode report, Bitcoin transaction count is dropping, but the average size is increasing โ a sign of growing whale activity. ๐ง
๐ธ Despite BTCโs high price, fees remain low, which contrasts sharply with past bull markets.
๐ Meanwhile, trading is shifting off-chain, especially to centralized exchanges, where futures dominate.
๐ Retail cools down, while the pros are stepping in.
According to the latest Glassnode report, Bitcoin transaction count is dropping, but the average size is increasing โ a sign of growing whale activity. ๐ง
๐ธ Despite BTCโs high price, fees remain low, which contrasts sharply with past bull markets.
๐ Meanwhile, trading is shifting off-chain, especially to centralized exchanges, where futures dominate.
๐ Retail cools down, while the pros are stepping in.
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๐ฐ Trump Family Quietly Reduces Stake in Crypto Venture Amid Soaring Profits ๐ง
๐บ๐ธ Trumpโs company has cut its stake in World Liberty Financial โ a crypto project tied to the former president โ from 60% to 40% in recent days, quietly cashing out amid a $550M token boom.
๐ช Launched during Trumpโs 2024 campaign, the venture promised a โfinancial revolutionโ while funneling 75% of post-$30M proceeds to Trump and family.
๐ธ If valued like Circle (whose IPO just tripled in value), World Libertyโs market cap could hit $1.7B, meaning the Trumps may have pulled ~$190M, with Trump personally pocketing ~$135M.
๐ No public statements โ possibly to avoid tanking token value. But behind the scenes, the Trump family seems to be cashing in while sentiment is hot.
๐บ๐ธ Trumpโs company has cut its stake in World Liberty Financial โ a crypto project tied to the former president โ from 60% to 40% in recent days, quietly cashing out amid a $550M token boom.
๐ช Launched during Trumpโs 2024 campaign, the venture promised a โfinancial revolutionโ while funneling 75% of post-$30M proceeds to Trump and family.
๐ธ If valued like Circle (whose IPO just tripled in value), World Libertyโs market cap could hit $1.7B, meaning the Trumps may have pulled ~$190M, with Trump personally pocketing ~$135M.
๐ No public statements โ possibly to avoid tanking token value. But behind the scenes, the Trump family seems to be cashing in while sentiment is hot.
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Crypto soothsayer
๐จ Largest Password Leak in History: 16 Billion Credentials Exposed! A massive 16B password leak has been confirmed โ affecting major platforms like Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub, Telegram, and even government services. ๐ ๐ Researchers say this isnโt recycledโฆ
๐ Tether Launches PearPass โ Open-Source, Cloud-Free Password Manager
Tether has unveiled PearPass, a local, open-source password manager that doesnโt rely on the cloud or external servers, minimizing the risk of leaks.
๐ The launch follows the record-breaking breach of 16 billion passwords, highlighting the need for secure, decentralized storage solutions.
PearPass is Tetherโs answer to growing concerns over online credential safety.
Tether has unveiled PearPass, a local, open-source password manager that doesnโt rely on the cloud or external servers, minimizing the risk of leaks.
๐ The launch follows the record-breaking breach of 16 billion passwords, highlighting the need for secure, decentralized storage solutions.
PearPass is Tetherโs answer to growing concerns over online credential safety.
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๐ณ Ethereum Whales Are Accumulating โ Undervalued ETH?
Throughout 2025, Ethereum whales (wallets holding 1,000โ10,000 ETH) have been actively absorbing supply, steadily increasing their holdings.
๐ This suggests large players view ETH as undervalued, continuing to accumulate despite market noise.
๐ While retail may hesitate, the big wallets are quietly stacking.
Throughout 2025, Ethereum whales (wallets holding 1,000โ10,000 ETH) have been actively absorbing supply, steadily increasing their holdings.
๐ This suggests large players view ETH as undervalued, continuing to accumulate despite market noise.
๐ While retail may hesitate, the big wallets are quietly stacking.
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๐บ๐ธ GENIUS Act Could Reshape Global Finance โ David Sacks
White House "crypto czar" David Sacks says the GENIUS Act could unlock a flood of TradFi capital into crypto, pushing stablecoin market caps into the trillions.
๐ต This would strengthen global demand for the U.S. dollar, potentially triggering bottom-up dollarization โ citizens in other countries adopting USD stablecoins over local currencies.
๐ According to Bloomberg, this could generate trillions in new demand for U.S. Treasury bonds. Global finance may never be the same.
White House "crypto czar" David Sacks says the GENIUS Act could unlock a flood of TradFi capital into crypto, pushing stablecoin market caps into the trillions.
๐ต This would strengthen global demand for the U.S. dollar, potentially triggering bottom-up dollarization โ citizens in other countries adopting USD stablecoins over local currencies.
๐ According to Bloomberg, this could generate trillions in new demand for U.S. Treasury bonds. Global finance may never be the same.
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Crypto soothsayer
๐ Elon Musk launches XChat on Twitter Musk just unveiled XChat โ a brand-new messaging system for X (Twitter) ๐งต ๐ฒ Key features: โช๏ธEnd-to-end encryption ร la Bitcoin โช๏ธFile sharing of any type โช๏ธDisappearing messages โช๏ธAudio & video calls ๐ Built in Rustโฆ
๐ฑ Elon Musk Turning X (Twitter) into โWestern WeChatโ?
According to the Financial Times, Elon Musk is pushing X to become a super app, mirroring China's WeChat. ๐
๐ Coming soon:
โช๏ธStock trading & investing
โช๏ธBranded banking cards (possibly launching this year)
Muskโs vision: turn X into an all-in-one finance + social + commerce platform. ๐ง
According to the Financial Times, Elon Musk is pushing X to become a super app, mirroring China's WeChat. ๐
๐ Coming soon:
โช๏ธStock trading & investing
โช๏ธBranded banking cards (possibly launching this year)
Muskโs vision: turn X into an all-in-one finance + social + commerce platform. ๐ง
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๐ BTC wiped out both sides in a single day!
Yesterday, Bitcoin first pumped above $106K, liquidating late shorters โ only to dump below $103K shortly after, catching overconfident long traders off guard too.
๐ฏ Market's playing mind games โ whoโs next in line for liquidation? Probablyโฆ the shorts again? ๐
Yesterday, Bitcoin first pumped above $106K, liquidating late shorters โ only to dump below $103K shortly after, catching overconfident long traders off guard too.
๐ฏ Market's playing mind games โ whoโs next in line for liquidation? Probablyโฆ the shorts again? ๐
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๐จ CoinMarketCap was hacked last night!
Users started seeing suspicious wallet connect pop-ups on the site โ a clear phishing attempt.
If you connected your wallet โ funds likely gone. ๐ณ๐ธ
๐จโ๐ง The issue seems to be fixed now, but stay alert โ never connect wallets through random pop-ups, even on trusted sites.
Users started seeing suspicious wallet connect pop-ups on the site โ a clear phishing attempt.
If you connected your wallet โ funds likely gone. ๐ณ๐ธ
๐จโ๐ง The issue seems to be fixed now, but stay alert โ never connect wallets through random pop-ups, even on trusted sites.
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๐ฐ BlackRockโs IBIT ETF now holds 664,930 BTC (~$69.7B) โ thatโs over 3% of all Bitcoin supply!
IBIT controls nearly 55% of the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF market, which in total owns 6.12% of all mined BTC.
With this, IBIT has entered the global TOP-25 ETFs by AUM, showing massive institutional appetite for Bitcoin. ๐
IBIT controls nearly 55% of the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF market, which in total owns 6.12% of all mined BTC.
With this, IBIT has entered the global TOP-25 ETFs by AUM, showing massive institutional appetite for Bitcoin. ๐
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๐ณ๐ด Norway plans to suspend crypto mining from autumn 2025 to free up electricity, grid capacity, and other resources for national needs
Despite contributing ~2% of global Bitcoin hashrate โ thanks to hydro energy and cold climate โ the government may pull the plug temporarily. ๐
Despite contributing ~2% of global Bitcoin hashrate โ thanks to hydro energy and cold climate โ the government may pull the plug temporarily. ๐
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๐ฎ๐ท ๐บ๐ธ Amid escalating geopolitical tensions โ Iran is considering closing the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli strikes and reported U.S. attacks on its nuclear facilities โ Bitcoin briefly dropped below $100,000 overnight. ๐
The market reacted sharply, but the digital gold is already rebounding and now approaching $102,000 again. ๐
The market reacted sharply, but the digital gold is already rebounding and now approaching $102,000 again. ๐
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โ ๏ธ Cointelegraph under attack!
๐ฅท Today, hackers breached Cointelegraphโs ad network and injected fake "CTG airdrop" pop-ups into the site. These malicious windows tricked users into connecting wallets โ leading to stolen funds.
๐ซ Do NOT click any pop-ups or enter private info.
๐ Stay safe and verify all links directly.
Cointelegraph is investigating the breach and urges caution.
๐ฅท Today, hackers breached Cointelegraphโs ad network and injected fake "CTG airdrop" pop-ups into the site. These malicious windows tricked users into connecting wallets โ leading to stolen funds.
๐ซ Do NOT click any pop-ups or enter private info.
๐ Stay safe and verify all links directly.
Cointelegraph is investigating the breach and urges caution.
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๐ง Smartest ETH trader spotted?
An unknown wallet has been perfectly catching ETH tops and bottoms over the past month, according to Lookonchain.
๐ธ Total profit so far: $20M+
๐ Currently riding a short with $21.3M in unrealized gains.
Either pure genius or insider info โ either way, the moves are insane.
An unknown wallet has been perfectly catching ETH tops and bottoms over the past month, according to Lookonchain.
๐ธ Total profit so far: $20M+
๐ Currently riding a short with $21.3M in unrealized gains.
Either pure genius or insider info โ either way, the moves are insane.
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๐ฆ Bitcoin treasury fever continues!
Here's the latest roundup of corporate accumulation:
โข ๐ฏ๐ต Metaplanet bought 1,111 BTC, bringing its total stack to a meme-worthy 11,111 BTC.
โข ๐ธ๐ป El Salvador keeps stacking โ now holding 6,216 BTC, adding ~1 BTC daily.
โข ๐ฌ๐ง Panther Metals plans to acquire ยฃ4M ($5.37M) in BTC to combine "hard assets" with digital ones.
โข ๐บ๐ธ Aditxt Inc updated its SEC filing to include a digital asset treasury strategy, mentioning Bitcoin 300+ times.
โข ๐จ๐ฆ Belgravia Hartford upped its holdings to 6.39 BTC.
โข ๐ผ Coinsilium bought 10 more BTC โ new total: 43.1 BTC.
Institutions clearly arenโt done stacking!
Here's the latest roundup of corporate accumulation:
โข ๐ฏ๐ต Metaplanet bought 1,111 BTC, bringing its total stack to a meme-worthy 11,111 BTC.
โข ๐ธ๐ป El Salvador keeps stacking โ now holding 6,216 BTC, adding ~1 BTC daily.
โข ๐ฌ๐ง Panther Metals plans to acquire ยฃ4M ($5.37M) in BTC to combine "hard assets" with digital ones.
โข ๐บ๐ธ Aditxt Inc updated its SEC filing to include a digital asset treasury strategy, mentioning Bitcoin 300+ times.
โข ๐จ๐ฆ Belgravia Hartford upped its holdings to 6.39 BTC.
โข ๐ผ Coinsilium bought 10 more BTC โ new total: 43.1 BTC.
Institutions clearly arenโt done stacking!
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๐ OKX is preparing for a U.S. IPO?
After a $500M settlement with the DOJ, the crypto exchange restarted its U.S. expansion in April, opened HQ in San Jose, and hired ex-Morgan Stanley exec as CEO ๐บ๐ธ
Now, OKX is reportedly eyeing a public listing in the U.S., following in the footsteps of Bullish (backed by Peter Thiel).
๐ง CEO: โThe U.S. is no longer an impossible market โ itโs an untapped opportunity.โ
OKX is betting big on becoming a โsuper appโ for crypto. ๐ง
After a $500M settlement with the DOJ, the crypto exchange restarted its U.S. expansion in April, opened HQ in San Jose, and hired ex-Morgan Stanley exec as CEO ๐บ๐ธ
Now, OKX is reportedly eyeing a public listing in the U.S., following in the footsteps of Bullish (backed by Peter Thiel).
๐ง CEO: โThe U.S. is no longer an impossible market โ itโs an untapped opportunity.โ
OKX is betting big on becoming a โsuper appโ for crypto. ๐ง
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