Gradient Network, a decentralized artificial intelligence infrastructure project on Solana, has raised $10 million in a seed funding round led by Pantera Capital and Multicoin Capital. The Gradient team, which is building a decentralized AI runtime on Solana, announced the seed round funding milestone on June 17, 2025. Capital injection from the crypto venture capital … Read more
With Senate approval of the GENIUS Act, praised by White House Crypto Czar David Sacks and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, stablecoins could unlock trillion-dollar markets and position the U.S. for dominant leadership in digital finance. Senate Clears First Major Crypto Bill: ‘A Truly Historic Moment’ The U.S. Senate has approved the bipartisan Guiding and Establishing … Read more
Hooked Protocol, a Web3 gamified social learning platform, has announced a strategic partnership with SFT Protocol, a DePIN platform. Hooked Protocol is a decentralized Web3 education platform whose aim is to enable the adoption of Web3 technology by offering personalized ‘Learn’ and ‘Earn’ products. On the other hand, SFT Protocol is a decentralized blockchain powering … Read more
In brief Polymarket odds for a U.S. strike on Iran peaked at 67% amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The surge followed Israeli airstrikes and increased U.S. military presence, but has since fallen to 50%. The shift reflects growing uncertainty among speculators over the likelihood of conflict. As tensions between Israel and Iran escalate, … Read more
Key Points: Iran announces missile breakthrough impacting geopolitical dynamics and defense strategies. No direct impact on cryptocurrency markets observed. Tensions follow historical patterns of temporary market volatility. Iran reported on June 18, 2025, that its Fateh missiles breached Israeli air defenses, allegedly granting control over Israeli airspace. This assertion by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps introduces … Read more
Bitcoin is still at risk of falling further, and it must hold above $102,000 to stay on track for a potential rebound, crypto analysts say. Bitfinex analysts said in a markets report on Tuesday that if Bitcoin (BTC) “can hold above the $102,000 – $103,000 region for a sustained period, it would suggest that the … Read more
France Taps Bitcoin Mining to Harness €80 M in Surplus Renewable Energy Sign Up for Our Newsletter! For updates and exclusive offers enter your email. Christian, a journalist and editor with leadership roles in Philippine and Canadian media, is fueled by his love for writing and cryptocurrency. Off-screen, he’s a cook and cinephile who’s … Read more
A hacker has managed to make off with only around $132,000 from their attack on the crypto protocol Meta Pool, which created $27 million worth of tokens they could have stolen. The attack was foiled by low liquidity and a pause on the exploited smart contract. The attacker was able to mint 9,705 of the … Read more
Two XRP ETFs are storming the Toronto Stock Exchange, signaling a powerful leap for crypto in traditional finance as investor access and market momentum skyrocket. XRP ETFs Coming to TSX—Two Issuers, One Date, Massive Market Shift Ahead Evolve Funds Group Inc., a Canadian firm managing $7 billion in assets, announced on June 16 that it … Read more
Key Points: The Senate passed the GENIUS Act, introducing U.S. stablecoin regulation. Strong bipartisan support observed with 68 votes in favor. Market optimism tempered by conflict of interest concerns. U.S. Senate passed the GENIUS Act on June 18 with 68 votes in favor and 30 against, sending it to the House of Representatives for further … Read more