Stripe’s Bridge secures MiCA and EMI licenses to expand across EU
Bridge has secured both a Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) crypto-asset service provider authorization and an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license in Luxembourg, giving it a regulated framework to offer services across all 27 European Union member states. Summary Bridge has…
Stablecoins Surge 2% in Brazil as the Central Bank Triggers a New ‘Samba Premium’
Key Takeaways Brazil warned about unauthorized foreign crypto trades, driving stablecoin premium spikes as rules loom. The notices raised stablecoin prices by 2%, disrupting local crypto arb desk markets next. ABcripto noted no firm rules exist yet, but the bank…
Riot Platforms moves another 500 BTC to NYDIG custody
Riot Platforms transferred another 500 BTC to NYDIG Custody, according to Arkham data cited by onchain trackers. Summary Riot Platforms moved another 500 BTC to NYDIG Custody, raising fresh sale speculation among traders. The miner already sold 3,778 BTC in…
RCBC to Waive InstaPay Fees on Digital Platforms Starting July 4
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) will eliminate transaction fees for real-time fund transfers through the InstaPay network starting July 4. The policy update applies to transactions executed via its digital banking applications, RCBC Pulz and RCBC DiskarTech (, according to…
Ethereum Eyes Relief Rally as Double Bottom Forms Near $1.5K (ETH Price Analysis)
While Ethereum’s overall market structure is still dominated by the sellers, recent price action suggests sellers may be losing momentum after the market was held by the $1.5K support region twice. The emergence of a potential double bottom and improving…
These 12-Sided Roman Bronze Objects Have Kept Their Secret Since 1739
Key Takeaways Archaeologists have found about 120 Gallo-Roman dodecahedrons dating to the 2nd-4th centuries CE. Robert Nouwen logged 50+ theories, leaving Roman archaeology without a consensus on their use. A June 2023 Lincolnshire find may steer research toward ritual use…
Erebor Bank seeks $8B valuation as crypto banking bet pays off
Digital-first Erebor Bank has entered fundraising talks that could value the lender at at least $8 billion, nearly doubling its $4.35 billion valuation from the end of last year. Summary Erebor Bank is seeking a new funding round that could…
Prominent Filipino Crypto Influencers Warn of Social Engineering Cyberattacks
Prominent Filipino cryptocurrency influencers recently reported separate attempts by cybercriminals to compromise their devices using sophisticated social engineering tactics. The warnings, issued by web3 content creator Icesteam Jimenez and financial educator Coach Miranda Miner or Arlone Abello in real life,…
Could the $1 Floor Finally Crack?
XRP is at risk of tumbling under $0.90, one analyst claimed. Ripple’s cross-border token has enjoyed robust institutional demand, standing in stark contrast to spot BTC and ETH ETFs, which have been suffering heavy outflows lately. However, that trend…
Experts Say June $4.5B ETF Exit Reflects Macro Shift, Not Bitcoin Weakness
Key Takeaways Spot bitcoin ETFs hit a record low with $4.5 billion in net outflows during June. The flight pushed bitcoin down 20% for the month, locking its price near $60,000. Ethra’s CEO expects bitcoin to consolidate in the mid-$60,000s…
