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Hardware wallet Ledger launches offline recovery key for new wallets - CurrencyCrypt
Unlike Ledger’s previously released key recovery product, Ledger Recover, the new Ledger Recovery Key is always offline and doesn’t require identification. Ledger, a major provider of hardware cryptocurrency wallets, has introduced an offline tool for private key recovery to help users regain access to their crypto wallets without relying on cloud-based services or personal data.
Bitcoin makes up one-third of investor crypto portfolios in 2025 - CurrencyCrypt
Institutional Bitcoin allocation is on the rise, while retail BTC holdings are falling in favor of altcoins with a strong ETF approval chances, such as XRP. Bitcoin exposure is increasing in cryptocurrency portfolios, driven by more innovation-friendly US crypto regulations and growing institutional adoption triggered by the introduction of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according
Why is XRP price up today? - CurrencyCrypt
A truce between Israel and Iran and whale accumulation have helped XRP price recover sharply, positioning it for a potential rally to new all-time highs. Key takeaways: XRP price jumped over 11% after a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. Mid-sized whale addresses have steadily accumulated XRP. Read more
U.S. Housing Regulator Could Let Crypto Be Considered in Mortgage Applications - CurrencyCrypt
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) will study whether crypto holdings should count when Americans apply for a mortgage, Director Bill Pulte said on X. The review, will look at how assets, such as bitcoin BTC might fold into the income-and-wealth checks at Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the 11 regional Federal Home Loan Banks,
Hong Kong Family Office VMS to Allocate Up to $10M to First Crypto Play: Bloomberg - CurrencyCrypt
VMS Group, a Hong Kong family office with just under $4 billion in assets under management (AUM), is venturing into crypto for the first time, Bloomberg reported on Monday. The firm has earmarked up to $10 million to investment strategies run by decentralized finance (DeFi) hedge fund Re7 Capital, partner Elton Cheung told the news
How low can the Bitcoin price go? - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin dipped below $100,000 for the first time in six weeks, prompting predictions that BTC price would fall further to $93,000, with a possible bottom of $74,000. Key takeaways: Bitcoin price deviated 12% from its all-time highs on June 23, dropping below $100,000 for the first time since May 8. The 24-hour liquidation heatmap suggests
$92K dip vs 'short-lived war' — 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin is about to juggle a slew of geopolitcal and macroeconomic volatility triggers in a nail-biting end to June as $100,000 support hangs in the balance. Bitcoin (BTC) enters the last week of June with geopolitics at a key crossroads and macro volatility to match. Where will BTC head next? Bitcoin traders are bracing for
Ether whales open $100M of leveraged bets after US strikes Iran - CurrencyCrypt
Whales are betting hundreds of millions on Ether’s price recovery despite the industry’s most successful traders being net short amid escalating conflict in the Middle East. Ether whales are betting hundreds of millions of dollars on the price recovery of the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency despite geopolitical tensions that are sidelining investors and dampening risk appetite.
Crypto funds post $1.2B inflows despite market panic: CoinShares - CurrencyCrypt
ETP sentiment cooled in the latter half of last week amid reports of US involvement in the Iran conflict. Cryptocurrency investment products continued to attract strong investor interest last week despite major crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ether posting notable price drops. Global crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded $1.24 billion of inflows for the trading
OKX crypto exchange considering US IPO after local relaunch: Report - CurrencyCrypt
OKX’s reported US IPO comes as the exchange faces regulatory pressures in Asia. Major global cryptocurrency exchange OKX is reportedly considering a public listing in the United States following its relaunch in the country. OKX is weighing an initial public offering (IPO) in the US, with a potential listing on a local exchange, The Information
Bitcoin Rallies Above $102K After Panic Sellers Dump Into War Fears - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin (BTC) BTC rallied above $102,000 after briefly falling below $101,000 in a volatile session marked by unusually heavy trading, according to CoinDesk Research's technical analysis model. Market participants reacted swiftly to the dip, which pushed BTC near the bottom of its month-long trading range. The reversal gained momentum as volume accelerated, leading to a
Bullish Crypto Bets Liquidated for $595M as U.S. Bombs Iran Nuclear Sites - CurrencyCrypt
Crypto bulls were blindsided Friday after the U.S. military launched airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear sites, triggering a sharp selloff and $595 million in long-position liquidations. The move, announced by former President Donald Trump, saw bombers hit Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan — three of Iran’s main uranium enrichment facilities. The geopolitical jolt rattled global markets
Signal trading ‘school’ and fake exchange rob investor of $860K: Lawsuit - CurrencyCrypt
A Florida man says a Denver-based crypto trading school and a fake exchange tricked him into handing over $860,000 through phony trade signals. A Florida investor says he was scammed out of $860,000 by a Denver-based trading “school” and a fake crypto exchange that promised him life-changing profits. In a lawsuit filed last week in
Dogecoin Drops 8% but Shows V-Shaped Recovery in Boost for Bulls - CurrencyCrypt
Dogecoin is showing early signs of recovery after a steep intraday drop that pushed prices to their lowest levels in weeks. The sell-off, triggered by broader macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, found strong buyer interest near the $0.151 level, with volume spiking to 828 million units during the capitulation. Since then, DOGE has stabilized near
XRP Rebounds From Intraday Lows, Forms Bullish Pattern Above Key Support - CurrencyCrypt
XRP has rebounded sharply after a turbulent session that saw prices drop over 6% in a single day. Following a swift sell-off to $2.011 during the 21:00 hour, the asset stabilized and staged a recovery, forming a bullish ascending channel and holding support above the $2.04 level. Traders are now watching closely as XRP builds
Nakamoto Holdings secures $51.5M to expand Bitcoin treasury strategy - CurrencyCrypt
Nakamoto Holdings, led by Trump’s crypto adviser David Bailey, raises $51.5M in fresh capital to accelerate its Bitcoin acquisition strategy. Bitcoin holding company Nakamoto Holdings, founded by US President Donald Trump’s crypto adviser, David Bailey, has secured $51.5 million in fresh capital through a private placement in public equity (PIPE) deal, according to a statement
CoinMarketCap has 'identified and removed' malicious wallet scam - CurrencyCrypt
According to a post on CoinMarketCap's X account, the malicious code has been removed, though the team insists the investigation into the incident is still ongoing. CoinMarketCap, a price-tracking website for cryptocurrencies, has reportedly removed a malicious popup notification on its website prompting users to verify their cryptocurrency wallets, according to a post on its
Bitcoin in a post-Trump world worries hedge fund execs: Eric Semler - CurrencyCrypt
Eric Semler says he enjoys being the “lone voice crying in the wilderness” with Bitcoin as most hedge fund executives think Bitcoin is a “fly-by-night concept.” Eric Semler, chairman of healthcare tech firm Semler Scientific Inc., says many of his hedge fund peers are skeptical about Bitcoin’s future once US President Donald Trump leaves office.
Bitcoin futures premium falls to 3-month low despite strong BTC ETF inflows - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin derivatives traders turned cautious, despite steady inflows to the spot BTC ETFs. Key takeaways: The Bitcoin futures premium dropped to a 3-month low, even with prices just 8% below their all-time high. BTC options metrics turned bearish, despite stock market resilience amid macroeconomic pressure. Read more
Crypto cycle is playing out ‘spookily similar’ to 2017: Raoul Pal - CurrencyCrypt
Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal says macroeconomic data suggests the current crypto cycle could extend into Q2 2026. The current crypto market is mirroring the pattern seen in 2017 when Bitcoin posted a steady uptrend throughout the year before skyrocketing in December, says crypto research platform Real Vision CEO Raoul Pal. “It’s spookily similar to
Bitcoin grabs $106K liquidity as whale longs BTC with $255M - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin sees a giant leveraged long liquidate late shorts, but is it enough to spark the BTC price range exit that traders have wanted? Key points: Bitcoin seeks to exit its narrow trading range to the upside as short positions get liquidated. An unknown whale entity reveals a giant leveraged long BTC position, with the
Arizona Moves Closer to Creating Bitcoin Reserve as Bill Passes Final Senate Vote - CurrencyCrypt
Arizona moved closer to establishing a bitcoin BTC reserve fund after the state's Senate voted in favor of the bill at its third reading. Arizona's Senate passed House Bill 2324 (HB2324) in a 16-14 vote on Thursday, sending it back to House for a final decision. The legislation would update Arizona's laws on forfeiture, allowing
South Korea’s central bank won’t oppose stablecoin: Report - CurrencyCrypt
The head of South Korea’s central bank reportedly said he isn't against the issuance of a won-pegged stablecoin, but was wary of possible foreign exchange issues. The head of South Korea’s central bank has reportedly said he is not against the country issuing a won-based stablecoin, but is still concerned about managing the foreign exchange
TikTok denies TRUMP memecoin buys in reply to congressman’s accusations - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin hater Brad Sherman accused US President Donald Trump of accepting a $300 million bribe from TikTok, but TikTok denied it has anything to do with it. Chinese social media platform TikTok denied allegations that it has made purchases of US President Donald Trump’s official memecoin. The official TikTok Policy account took to X on
North Korean Hackers Are Targeting Top Crypto Firms With Malware Hidden in Job Applications - CurrencyCrypt
A North Korean hacking group is targeting crypto workers with a Python-based malware disguised as part of a fake job application process, researchers at Cisco Talos said earlier this week. Most victims appear to be based in India, according to open-source signals, and seem to be individuals with prior experience in blockchain and cryptocurrency startups.
Circle Rockets After Stablecoin Bill Clears Senate, Pushes Post-IPO Rally to Over 500% - CurrencyCrypt
Circle (NYSE: CRCL) soared 34% on Wednesday, adding another 6% after-hours, as the U.S. Senate passed a landmark bill laying the groundwork for regulated, dollar-backed stablecoins. The move pushed Circle's stock to $199.59 on Wednesday's closing, with a high of $211.87 in after-hours trading. The stock is now up over 540% since its June 5
Nobitex source code leaked after $100M hack by pro-Israel group - CurrencyCrypt
Hackers behind the $100 million Nobitex exploit have released the exchange’s full source code, escalating tensions amid the Israel-Iran conflict. Hackers behind a $100 million exploit of Iranian cryptocurrency exchange Nobitex released the platform’s full source code, placing remaining user assets at risk. Nobitex exchange was hacked for at least $100 million of cryptocurrencies on
South Korea to investigate fees of local crypto exchanges - CurrencyCrypt
South Korea’s newly elected president Lee Jae-myung reportedly promised to reduce crypto trading transaction costs as part of his presidential campaign. South Korea’s financial regulator plans to investigate transaction fees charged by domestic cryptocurrency exchanges, aiming to reduce trading costs for users, according to local media. South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) will launch a
Return of Zero Interest Rate Policy as Swiss Central Bank Cuts Rates - CurrencyCrypt
A COVID-era feature that characterized the bull run in all corners of financial markets, including bitcoin BTC, has made a comeback in Switzerland, one of the most financial powerhouses of the world. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) cut its interest rate to zero on Thursday, to counter falling inflation, appreciating Swiss franc (CHF) and economic
Bitcoin gets Fed rate pause 'tailwind' as BTC eyes $106K short squeeze - CurrencyCrypt
Bitcoin price trajectory is primed to benefit from both macroeconomic and crypto derivatives trends, says new research from CryptoQuant. Key points: Bitcoin bulls could gain from the Fed’s decision to hold interest rates, given historical tendencies, new analysis says. Falling Binance open interest with BTC/USD making higher lows could add to potential upside momentum. Read
China’s JD.com enters stablecoin race as US passes GENIUS Act - CurrencyCrypt
JD.com plans to apply for stablecoin licenses in major countries, aiming to slash cross-border payment costs by 90% and settle in 10 seconds. Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com is stepping into the stablecoin arena, with founder Liu Qiangdong revealing plans for a global licensing push aimed at cross-border payments. The announcement, made during a media briefing
Spain’s BBVA is Advising Clients to Invest Up to 7% of Portfolio in BTC, ETH: Reuters - CurrencyCrypt
Spanish lender BBVA is advising its wealth clients to invest 3%-7% of their portfolios in cryptocurrencies, an executive of the Spanish bank said on Tuesday. The bank's head of digital and blockchain solutions Philippe Meyer told the DigiAssets conference in London that it started advising clients on bitcoin BTC in September last year, according to
Iranian Crypto Exchange Nobitex Hacked for Nearly $82M by Suspected Israeli Group - CurrencyCrypt
Iranian crypto exchange Nobitex has been hacked for nearly $82 million by Israel-linked hacking activist group Gonjeshke Darande. The group said in an X post: “After Bank Sepah, it was Nobitex's turn,” referencing their Tuesday cyberattack on Iran’s state-owned lender. They warned that Nobitex’s internal data and source code would be released within a day,
The Blockchain Group Adds 182 Bitcoin, Lifts BTC Holdings to Over $170M - CurrencyCrypt
The Blockchain Group (ALTBG), a Paris-listed tech firm that brands itself as Europe’s first bitcoin BTC treasury company, said it bought 182 BTC for 17 million euros ($19.6 million), bringing its total stash to 1,653 BTC valued at nearly 149 million euros. The purchase follows a series of convertible bond issuances totaling over 18 million
Iranian exchange Nobitex hacked for over $81M by Israel-linked hackers - CurrencyCrypt
The Iranian crypto exchange’s wallets were exploited for at least $81 million as attackers used vanity addresses for the theft. Update, June 18, 8:01 am UTC: This article has been updated to include a section on Gonjeshke Darande. Update June 18, 8:49 am UTC: This article has been updated to include the latest figures and
ARK Invest Offloads Over $50M in Circle Shares as Stock Extends Rally - CurrencyCrypt
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest trimmed its holdings on its sizable Circle (CRCL) position Monday, selling $51.8 million worth of shares, as the stablecoin issuer’s stock extended its rally. ARK sold a total of 342,658 shares across three of its actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a daily email. The ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) offloaded
Polymarket Odds on U.S. Military Action Against Iran Slide as Trump Team Proposes Tehran Talks - CurrencyCrypt
Traders on decentralized betting platform Polymarket have scaled back expectations for U.S. military action against Iran amid reports that President Donald Trump's team is looking to mend fences. As of writing, probability that U.S. will strike Iran by June 30 stood at 46%, down sharply from the overnight high of 66.9%, according to trading in
Genius Group Bitcoin treasury grows 52% as 1,000 BTC goal reaffirmed - CurrencyCrypt
The Nasdaq-listed AI company’s treasury surpassed the 100 BTC mark after a favorable court order enabled it to resume Bitcoin accumulation. Genius Group, a Singapore-based artificial intelligence education company, expanded its corporate Bitcoin treasury by more than 50% amid increasing institutional adoption of the world’s first cryptocurrency. Despite a previous ban on the Nasdaq-listed firm’s corporate
Analyst: Prepare for a 530% XRP price breakout to $14 if this happens - CurrencyCrypt
XRP traders say it has the potential to rally to $14 if a technical setup similar to that in 2017 plays out, but a bull pennant breakout will be needed soon. Key takeaways: Analysts predict XRP could rally 530% toward $14. The XRP/USD pair needs to reclaim the 200-day SMA to continue the uptrend. Read
Cathie Wood’s ARK dumps first Circle shares batch for $52M - CurrencyCrypt
Circle is one of the top ARK holdings across three funds with a weight of up to 6.7%. ARK Invest, the cryptocurrency-friendly asset manager founded by prominent Bitcoin bull Cathie Wood, is taking the first profits from its exposure to stablecoin issuer Circle just 11 days after its public launch. On Monday, ARK offloaded 342,658