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On June 21, on-chain analyst Ai Auntie first reported a transfer of 3 million LINK tokens (about $37.5 million) from Chainlink’s non-circulating supply address to Binance—the largest deposit in three months. Later updates revealed five non-circulating addresses moved a total of 17.855 million LINK (approximately $224 million) into Binance over a 10-hour window at an average price of $12.56 per LINK. Such significant LINK deposits to a major exchange highlight a shift in crypto liquidity and may precede increased selling pressure. Traders should closely monitor exchange reserves and on-chain inflows, as prior large LINK transfers have often led to short-term price corrections. Understanding these movements can help investors adjust strategies and manage risk.

On June 20–21, CoinMarketCap’s front end was compromised when attackers injected malicious JavaScript into its rotating “Doodles” (formerly spin graffiti) feature. A manipulated JSON payload triggered a fake “Verify Wallet” pop-up linked to a wallet drainer called “Impersonator,” tricking users into authorizing token transfers. Blockchain analysts traced approvals to a known malicious address, suggesting backend API access and exploitation of the site’s animation engine. CoinMarketCap removed the code within three hours, reinforced its security, and MetaMask flagged the incident as fraudulent. Separately, Taiwanese exchange BitoPro confirmed a hot-wallet breach on May 8 by North Korea’s Lazarus Group, resulting in an $11 million loss. Traders are advised to revoke suspicious approvals and exercise caution when connecting wallets on popular platforms.

Bitcoin has traded in a tight $100,000–$110,000 range for nearly a month, even as U.S. spot BTC ETFs saw $5.14 billion of net inflows over 30 days. Futures metrics turned cautious: the annualized two-month Bitcoin futures premium fell below 4%—its lowest since March—and the 25% delta skew in BTC options climbed to 5%, signaling bearish sentiment. On Binance, both long and short positions built up, with short interest rising faster amid Middle East geopolitical tensions. The funding rate remains near neutral, indicating balanced bulls and bears. Technical analysis highlights a potential inverse head & shoulders on the 3-day chart, while on-chain NVT ratio warns of overvaluation. Traders anticipate a breakout—some targeting $150,000—if liquidity holds. At press time, Bitcoin trades at $105,940, up 1.1% in 24 hours.

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Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has opened a consultation on draft amendments to its digital asset framework, introducing new crypto token listing rules for local exchanges. Under the proposals, exchanges may list their own utility tokens or those issued by affiliates, provided they meet enhanced investor protection and market transparency standards. Key requirements include mandatory disclosure of individuals linked to listed tokens, automated alerts to detect market abuse, visual warning indicators for high-risk tokens, and a 90-day retroactive compliance window for existing listings. The consultation runs until July 21, 2025, after which the SEC will finalize the rules. These measures build on Thailand’s recent abolition of crypto capital gains tax and a five-year trading tax exemption, as well as plans to issue US$150 million in digital investment tokens this summer. By aligning Thailand’s crypto token listing rules with global best practices, the SEC aims to deter fraud, reduce information asymmetry and attract institutional investors, reinforcing the country’s position as a leading Southeast Asian digital finance hub.

Former President Donald Trump intensified his attack on Fed Chair Jerome Powell, calling him a “numbskull” and urging immediate interest rate cuts of 1–2%. Trump blamed Powell’s high-rate policy for up to $1 trillion in annual U.S. costs, dismissed lingering inflation worries, and hinted at firing Powell before his term ends. Meanwhile, Fed Governor Christopher Waller argued for a July rate cut as inflation eases, while other officials, including Mary Daly, prefer waiting until fall for more data. This split Fed rate cuts outlook adds uncertainty but signals potential liquidity boost. Crypto traders should watch for looser monetary policy—lower interest rates tend to drive risk-asset flows and could fuel bullish momentum in digital assets.

Bitcoin open interest in futures and options climbed to a record $96.2 billion, propelled by spot Bitcoin ETF launches and elevated speculative leverage—the Realized Cap Leverage Ratio is now in the top 10.8% of days since 2018. A shift to stablecoin-margined collateral, led by USDT, has helped cushion volatility. Binance Futures saw a record $1.7 trillion in May trading volume, boosting liquidity and engagement. However, open interest then fell by 3.5%, signifying a moderate reduction in leveraged positions rather than a full exit. BTC is trading around $105,910 within a $103,600 support and $109,300 resistance range, with 50-, 100- and 200-day SMAs sloping up. Macro headwinds—rising US Treasury yields, steady Fed rates and geopolitical tensions—are damping bullish momentum. Traders should monitor leverage metrics, collateral trends and technical breakouts: a move above $109,300 could reignite gains, while a drop below $103,600 risks testing the $95K–$98K zone.

The SEC is set to reclassify major altcoins—Litecoin (LTC), Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP), Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA)—as commodities under CFTC oversight. Bloomberg analysts Erich Balchunas and James Seyffart put the odds of new crypto ETF approvals above 90%, citing very positive SEC feedback. This commodity designation will streamline spot crypto ETF launches beyond Bitcoin, whose iShares Bitcoin Trust has amassed over $70 billion in assets. Ethereum ETFs have shown mixed results and cautious investor sentiment. Proposed XRP and Solana ETFs are currently under SEC review and may take several months to clear the “first-to-file” regulatory process. Traders should watch this shift closely, as clearer commodity classification and high ETF approval odds could trigger significant institutional inflows and reshape the US crypto ETF landscape.

The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark rate at 4.25% but revealed a growing split over future cuts. Governor Christopher Waller advocates for a July rate cut to support the labor market, while Richmond Fed President Thomas Barkin sees no data justification and warns that tariffs could stoke inflation. This discord follows hints that geopolitical events—such as a potential US-Iran conflict, EU-Iran negotiations, and a breakdown of the US-China tariff truce—could prompt emergency easing. The dollar index has dropped from 104 to near three-year lows around 99, boosting Bitcoin’s appeal as an inflation hedge. Technical firm DaanCrypto warns BTC may rebound if it reclaims key liquidity zones or risk sliding toward $100,000 monthly lows. A surprise Fed cut could further weaken the dollar and fuel a Bitcoin breakout above $120,000.

Bitcoin price stabilized around $106,000 after the Fed’s June FOMC meeting left rates unchanged. Earlier, BTC plunged from $108,000 to $103,000 following Israel’s missile strike on Iran but rebounded to $109,000 before easing to $103,500 ahead of the Fed decision. Post-announcement, bitcoin price traded flat near $104,000 and climbed back above $106,000 amid reports Iran may limit its uranium enrichment. On a weekly basis, BTC is slightly up. Among large-cap altcoins, WBT led gains with a 45% surge, followed by BCH (17%) and UNI (6.6%), while HYPE (-7%), ADA (-5%), SUI (-5%) and DOT (-6%) retreated. Total crypto market cap stands at $3.406 trillion, BTC dominance at 61.8%, and 24 h volume of $103 billion. Key developments: Tron plans a US public listing via reverse merger (TRX); the GENIUS Act for stablecoin oversight passed the Senate; Ethereum staking surpassed 35 million ETH; institutional buyers drove BTC above $100,000. Traders should monitor geopolitical risk and Fed policy for short-term moves, while institutional demand underpins long-term stability.

Parataxis Holdings, part of Parataxis Capital Management, will invest 29 billion won (US$18.5 million) to acquire a controlling stake in Seoul‐listed Bridge Biotherapeutics, pending shareholder approval. The biotech firm will be rebranded Parataxis Korea and relisted on KOSDAQ. Andrew Kim of Parataxis Capital will become CEO and Edward Chin joins the board, while James Jungkue Lee leads a retained biotech division. Parataxis Korea plans an institutional-grade Bitcoin treasury strategy, emphasizing disciplined capital allocation, transparent governance and long-term accumulation. This move follows precedent from MicroStrategy (582,000 BTC) and Japan’s Metaplanet (10,000 BTC) and taps rising global demand: Standard Chartered reports 61 non-crypto firms now hold Bitcoin in treasury, doubling since April. The initiative aligns with South Korea’s 2025 Financial Services Commission pilot for real-name crypto accounts. Bridge Biotherapeutics shares jumped over 20% intraday after the deal was announced, though they remain down 74% year-to-date. The combined assets of public companies’ Bitcoin treasury strategies now approach 4% of total BTC supply.

Bitcoin remains range-bound between $100K support and $110K resistance as traders weigh a potential breakout or breakdown. On the daily chart, BTC trades near $106K with an RSI around 51 and rising 100/200-day moving averages, indicating a bullish structure. A decisive daily close above $110K could trigger a strong breakout, while a break below the March trendline may drive prices toward channel lows near $100K. The 4-hour chart shows a rebound from $103K into a fair value gap at $106K, capped by a bearish trendline. A volume-backed move above this zone could retest $110K; otherwise, sellers may target liquidity around $102K–$100K. Spot Taker CVD data highlights renewed aggressive buying, suggesting large players are accumulating. Continued demand at key support levels could sustain bullish momentum, but any CVD weakness without price gains may foreshadow further downside. Bitcoin traders should monitor breakout levels and volume signals for short-term and medium-term positioning.

Analysts project that Ruvi AI’s audited token, RUVI, could deliver between 112× and 135× returns over the next 12–18 months, drawing parallels to Binance Coin’s early surge after audits and listings. Launched in early 2024, Ruvi AI combines AI-driven tokenomics with community governance and a robust roadmap of DeFi applications. Key metrics include a $20 million market cap, a 5 million circulating supply and verified audit reports. Strategic partnerships with blockchain analytics firms, a $3 million private funding round and planned mainnet launch have bolstered confidence. Traders are rotating capital from larger meme assets like Dogecoin (DOGE, $15 billion market cap) into RUVI, attracted by its low entry price, expanding exchange listings and active developer updates. Expect heightened volatility through Q2 but overall bullish momentum as trading volume and liquidity grow.

Blockdaemon近日发布Earn Stack，面向机构投资者提供非托管PoS质押与DeFi收益耕作服务。作为无代码小部件与机构级API组合，Earn Stack支持50多个链上协议的质押、流动性池和借贷协议。平台已通过ISO 27001和SOC 2认证，并符合美国SEC最新合规要求，承诺100%防惩罚保障和无缝DeFi集成。此外，新版本补充了多链DeFi API、质押API和报告API，简化了奖励跟踪和收益分配。CEO Konstantin Richter表示，此举满足了机构对高标准区块链基础设施的需求。随着ETH质押量突破3500万、比特币和Solana质押产品陆续推出，以及ETH和SOL质押ETF临近，Earn Stack有望推动PoS网络的机构参与和市场活跃度。

A recent U.S. intelligence assessment warns that Iran could abandon its non-nuclear stance and pursue a weapon if its fortified Fordo uranium enrichment facility is attacked or Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei is assassinated. Fordo’s underground site near Qom offers advanced enrichment, making it both a national symbol and a potential weapons-grade uranium breakout point. The report traces tensions from the 1979 revolution through the 2015 JCPOA exit to current proxy conflicts. For crypto traders, renewed Middle East instability heightens geopolitical risk, often triggering market volatility, risk-off flows, and oil price spikes that impact inflation and liquidity. Historical patterns show short-term sell-offs in assets like Bitcoin (BTC) during crises, though BTC’s safe-haven role has been mixed. Traders should monitor developments, reassess risk tolerance, and diversify portfolios to guard against possible volatility driven by this escalation.

Lion Group Holdings Ltd (LGHL) has secured a $600 million credit line from ATW Partners to build a dedicated crypto treasury centered on Hyperliquid’s HYPE token. The first $10.6 million delivery is expected within 48 hours, with Chardan Capital Markets as the sole placement agent. In partnership with BitGo Trust Company, LGHL will also reserve and stake Solana (SOL) and Sui (SUI) via BitGo’s institutional custody and validator network. CEO Wilson Wang highlighted HYPE’s decentralized order book as a foundation for scalable DeFi, while SOL and SUI align with the firm’s efficiency-focused reserve strategy. LGHL is evaluating dual listings on the Tokyo and Singapore stock exchanges to become Asia’s first publicly traded company holding HYPE reserves. This initiative underscores growing institutional diversification in crypto and aims to boost liquidity for HYPE, attract global investors, and create long-term shareholder value.

Binance will temporarily suspend Zilliqa (ZIL) deposits and withdrawals from June 22, 23:00 UTC, to support the Zilliqa network upgrade and hard fork at block height 4,770,087 scheduled for June 23, 00:00 UTC. ZIL trading remains unaffected, and Binance will provide full technical support throughout the maintenance window. Deposits and withdrawals will automatically resume once the upgrade is successfully completed, with no further announcements required. Traders are advised to complete any ZIL transfers before the suspension to avoid delays. This routine procedure aims to ensure network security and stability.

Solana (SOL) is experiencing a bullish short squeeze backed by heavy retail longs—74.8% on Binance—and smart-money sentiment at 1.79 on Market Prophit. The 90-day Futures Taker CVD signals dominant buying pressure, while SOL/USDT funding rates remain a modest 0.001%, suggesting sustainable momentum. As of June 20, shorts liquidated $192K versus $1.21M in longs, reinforcing upside potential. Technically, SOL trades around $145 within a $140–$152 range and must reclaim the 20-SMA Bollinger mid-band at $152.01 for a decisive breakout. Meanwhile, SOL has stalled below its 2021 high near $27 and faces critical support at $120–$141, with weekly rejection at the 50-week MA and a looming 100-week MA test. A breakdown below $120 could target sub-$100, while a move above the daily 200-day MA is needed for a sustained rally. On the fundamentals front, layer-2 token SOLX raised over $54 million in presale and spot ETFs remain pending. Traders should set tight risk controls around these support and resistance zones and prepare for both breakout and breakdown scenarios.

TRX is consolidating at the $0.26–$0.27 demand zone, where Glassnode data shows over 14 billion tokens clustered, providing strong support. On-chain metrics reveal a 32% jump in new wallets, a 2.7% rise in active addresses and a 10.5% drop in zero-balance accounts. Whale and long-term investor holdings have climbed 9.6% and 38.2% respectively, while 75% of holders are in profit, easing selling pressure. SRM Entertainment’s rebrand to Tron Inc., backed by private investors and advised by Justin Sun, plans to deploy $100 million initially (rising to $210 million) as TRX reserves, mirroring Bitcoin’s corporate reserve model. Technical indicators, including a bullish MACD crossover and an ascending trendline, point to limited downside risk and a clear path to $0.30, with potential extensions to $0.33 and $0.40. A break below $0.2650 could invalidate the setup. Centralization risks, liquidity constraints and dependency on the Tron ecosystem remain key challenges.

TikTok has officially denied claims that its owner bought $300 million of the Official Trump memecoin. In a statement on X, TikTok Policy labeled the allegations “completely false and irresponsible,” stressing no formal ties exist between TikTok, ByteDance and the linked firm GD Culture Group. Congressman Brad Sherman made the accusation alongside criticism of a delayed U.S. ban on the app, calling the purchase a “bribe” to former President Trump. Despite reports of GD Culture Group planning to buy TRUMP memecoin and Bitcoin (BTC), traders should note there is no confirmed transaction affecting market supply or demand. This dispute underscores ongoing political and regulatory scrutiny around social media platforms and memecoins.

Global investors remain cautious as geopolitical tensions and Federal Reserve policy shape crypto market dynamics. Recent Middle East hostilities drove gold down and kept WTI crude above $75, while the US dollar softened on higher odds of US intervention. Bitcoin (BTC) trades sideways with low volatility despite macro uncertainty, buffered by ongoing ETF inflows and past safe-haven rallies during ceasefire deals. Risk-reversal data show traders hedging downside in June and September BTC and Ethereum (ETH) contracts. Stablecoins like USDT saw surging volumes in previous conflicts, and digital-asset donations to Ukraine underscore crypto’s evolving narrative. Looking ahead, market participants eye a Fed rate cut as a key catalyst, while energy-driven inflation and fresh geopolitical escalations could trigger sudden swings.

Sheriff Chuck Havard of Jasper County, Texas, obtained a search warrant and used cutting tools to dismantle a Bitcoin Depot ATM after local residents were scammed out of $25,000 by fraudsters posing as government agents. Inside the machine, deputies recovered approximately $32,000 in cash. Although the stolen funds were retrieved, the perpetrators remain at large. The incident has reignited debate over law enforcement methods and due process, with Havard pledging to use all available resources to combat Bitcoin ATM fraud. This case underscores growing concerns over crypto ATM scams—FBI data shows nearly 11,000 such scams in 2024 resulting in $246 million in losses—and intensifies regulatory pressure to tighten oversight and protect consumers.

A Hyperliquid whale executed 29 consecutive profitable leveraged BTC long trades over the past month, netting $2.3 million in realized gains. The trader, identified by address 0xb8b9, then opened new long positions in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK). Recent market reversals turned against these positions, resulting in an aggregate unrealized loss exceeding $2 million. This juxtaposition underscores both the profit potential from leveraged BTC longs and the high volatility in crypto markets. Active risk management and timely position adjustments remain essential for traders navigating these swings.

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken and Babylon Labs have partnered to offer native Bitcoin staking via Babylon’s protocol, enabling users to lock BTC in Kraken’s custodial vault and delegate it to proof-of-stake networks without wrapping or bridging. Since Babylon’s April 2025 mainnet launch, over 57,000 BTC (approximately $5.6 billion) has been staked. Participants earn rewards in BABY tokens, paid weekly, at yields up to 1% APR, with a seven-day unbonding period, transparent reward tracking and cryptographic penalties for malicious actors. Mark Greenberg, Kraken’s global head of consumer, noted that this service unlocks idle BTC yield while enhancing security and validation capacity for PoS networks. This marks Kraken’s first native BTC staking offering, broadening access to on-chain yield and deepening Bitcoin’s integration with emerging PoS ecosystems.

Trader AguilaTrades has increased a Bitcoin long position over two phases, initially placing a $250 million TWAP order for 2,000 BTC at an average entry of $104,746 and later adding more through multiple add-ons. The current position holds 3,003 BTC (notional value $318 million) at an entry price of $104,820, using 20x leverage with a liquidation price of $98,956. The trade now shows an unrealized profit of $3.95 million. Previously, when the trader’s exposure topped $400 million, Bitcoin retraced by over $4,000. This large leveraged BTC long underscores strong bullish conviction but carries elevated liquidation risk and may influence market sentiment and trading volumes.

Bank of Korea Governor Lee Chang-yong signalled openness to issuing a won-pegged stablecoin, noting he does not oppose its launch. He cautioned that a KRW-backed token could facilitate seamless swaps with dollar-pegged stablecoins, potentially boosting demand for USD tokens and complicating foreign exchange reserves management—already down from $415.6 billion in December to $404.6 billion in May. Newly elected President Lee Jae-myung is pushing the Digital Asset Basic Act, which would allow firms with minimum ₩500 million capital to issue fully reserved stablecoins after Financial Services Commission approval. Governor Lee stressed the need for a robust regulatory framework to mitigate risks to banking profitability and financial stability. Globally, stablecoins boast a combined market cap above $260 billion, with $253 billion tied to the dollar. Market leaders Tether (USDT) and Circle’s USDC hold $156 billion and $61 billion respectively, while euro-pegged EURC has jumped 156% year-to-date to $203 million. US lawmakers’ progress on the GENIUS Act further highlights the drive for regulatory clarity.

Apple plans to embed generative AI into its electronic design automation (EDA) workflow to cut chip development cycles by 30–50%, reduce power consumption by up to 30% and improve yields by about 10%. Hardware SVP Johny Srouji announced at the ITF World Congress that AI-driven tools will accelerate layout exploration, thermal management and power optimization, allowing engineers to focus on high-value innovations. The move deepens partnerships with EDA leaders Cadence and Synopsys and enhances supply-chain resilience amid US-China tech tensions. Investors expect lower R&D costs, higher gross margins and stronger patent barriers. While A19 and M5 chips are in final stages, AI optimizations are likely to debut in A20 and M6. Traders should monitor potential ripple effects on semiconductor and hardware stocks, tech indices and related mining-rig supply dynamics.

Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has unveiled PearPass, a serverless, open-source password manager designed to operate entirely on users’ devices. The launch follows Cybernews’s discovery of a massive data breach exposing 16 billion login credentials—tokens, cookies and metadata—from major platforms including Apple, Facebook, Google, GitHub and Telegram. By eliminating cloud infrastructure, PearPass addresses growing concerns over centralized data storage and surveillance. All user credentials remain encrypted and stored locally, reducing single points of failure. Researchers warn that the exposed records could fuel credential stuffing, targeted phishing campaigns and identity theft. PearPass aims to restore trust through a fully local, transparent solution. Crypto traders should note that while this move strengthens security standards, it may have a neutral impact on USDT trading volumes and price stability.