$13B Bitcoin Options Expiry: A Test for Bulls Amid Bearish Sentiment
As the $13 billion Bitcoin options expiry approaches, bearish sentiment prevails, raising concerns about potential further declines in BTC prices.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Crypto
Bitcoin, blockchain, DeFi, digital assets, and crypto regulation.
WhiteBIT Receives MiCA License in Austria Before EU Deadline
WhiteBIT has secured a MiCA license in Austria, allowing it to operate under the EU's unified crypto framework ahead of the July 1, 2026 deadline for compliance.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Enforcement Directorate Uncovers Major FEMA Violations in Bengaluru's Crypto Sector
The Enforcement Directorate has identified significant foreign exchange violations amounting to ₹2,500-crore linked to cross-border cryptocurrency transactions in Bengaluru.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin Market Faces Potential Sell-Off Amid Mixed Signals
As Bitcoin hovers around $59,000, traders are wary of a possible drop to new lows in 2026. However, data indicates that bullish sentiment may counteract this trend.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Strive Attributes STRC Drop to Liquidation of Leveraged Positions in SATA and Bitcoin
Strive has indicated that the recent decline in STRC and SATA may be linked to the unwinding of leveraged positions, impacting Bitcoin firms' equity offerings.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Andrew Tate Faces Significant Losses in Bitcoin Trading
Andrew Tate's trading activities have resulted in substantial losses, with his Hyperliquid wallet reflecting over $803,800 in total losses, including a recent drop of nearly $86,000.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Aave's Resilience Tested Amidst $8.45 Billion Withdrawals
Aave successfully managed $8.45 billion in withdrawals without halting transactions, yet this incident has sparked renewed concerns regarding the risks associated with DeFi lending.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin Reaches $63K Amid Fed Rate-Hike Speculation
Bitcoin's price remained stable at $63K on Juneteenth, despite a lack of upward momentum following a hawkish Federal Reserve meeting and geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Texas Brothers Admit Guilt in $8 Million Crypto Kidnapping Case
Isiah and Raymond Garcia have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an armed kidnapping in Minnesota, where they forced a family to transfer over $8 million in cryptocurrency.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
GoMining Launches GoBTC Pay to Compete with Square in Bitcoin Payments
GoMining has introduced a new software development kit for its GoBTC Pay system, enabling merchants to accept bitcoin for everyday transactions, positioning itself against Square.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Franklin Templeton Seeks Approval for ETFs to Convert Stock Dividends into Bitcoin
Franklin Templeton has submitted applications for two ETFs designed to reinvest stock dividends into Bitcoin, potentially launching by September 1, 2026.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Base Plans June 25 Launch for Beryl Upgrade and B20 Token Standard
Base is set to launch its Beryl upgrade on June 25, introducing the B20 native token standard and reducing withdrawal delays to five days.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Concerns Rise Over Potential Funding Crisis for Ethereum Development
A former contributor to the Ethereum Foundation, VanEpps, has raised alarms about a possible funding crisis for Ethereum's core development within the next three to nine months following the expiration of a critical funding initiative.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Surge in Microtransactions Boosts Bitcoin Network Activity
The Bitcoin network is experiencing a significant uptick in activity, nearing all-time highs, driven by increased OP_RETURN usage for low-value transactions.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Understanding the CLARITY Act: A New Framework for Crypto Regulation
The CLARITY Act, or Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, seeks to establish a federal regulatory framework for digital assets in the U.S., enhancing transparency and investor protection.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
The Implications of Bitcoin's 21 Million Coin Limit
As Bitcoin approaches its maximum supply of 21 million coins, questions arise about the future of the cryptocurrency and its economic impact.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin's Ongoing Struggles: Miners Face Financial Pressure
With Bitcoin prices remaining below mining costs for five months, around 20% of miners are now facing unprofitability. Publicly traded miners have sold over 32,000 bitcoin in Q1 2026 to manage expenses.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin Traders Increasingly Bet on Further Price Declines
As Bitcoin's value faces downward pressure, traders are actively purchasing options that would yield returns if the price drops to $52,000 or lower.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin Drops Below $63,000 Amid Broader Market Sell-Off
In a week marked by volatility, Bitcoin's price has fallen below $63,000 as risk assets face a sell-off, compounded by holiday-thinned trading conditions.
Editorial Staff Jun 19
Bitcoin's Divergence from Tech Stocks Raises Concerns Over $60K Threshold
As investment flows increasingly favor the AI sector, Bitcoin's decline intensifies, leading to speculation about a potential drop below the $60,000 mark.
Editorial Staff Jun 18