Japan’s Nikkei Poised for 36% Quarterly Surge, Its Biggest Since 1965
Key Takeaways The Nikkei 225 is poised for a 36% quarterly gain, its strongest in data dating back to 1965. A rebound in AI and semiconductor shares drove the index to records above 64,000 points. A weak yen, near its…
Japanese Yen Sinks to 162.27, Its Weakest Since 1986, Reviving Intervention Bets
Key Takeaways The yen fell to 162.27 per dollar on June 30, its weakest level against the greenback since 1986. A wide rate gap, the BOJ at 0.75% versus the Fed’s 3.50%-3.75%, keeps pressuring the currency. Japan spent a record…
Michael Saylor’s Strategy to Sell Bitcoin as Part of New Capital Strategy
Strategy Inc. announced on June 29 the adoption of a Digital Credit Capital Framework that includes a program allowing the company to sell Bitcoin (BTC) to fund its operations and reserves. The framework consists of five main components: a U.S….
Senate Leaders Race to Pass CLARITY Act in July as Lummis Touts Consumer Safeguards
Key Takeaways Senate Banking Chair Tim Scott and Majority Leader John Thune are pushing for a CLARITY Act vote in July 2026. The bill needs 60 votes; Republicans hold 53 seats, requiring at least seven Democrats to cross over. Galaxy…
Morph Integrates Regulated USDGO Stablecoin for Enterprise Cross-Border Payments
Enterprise payment network Morph announced on Tuesday, June 30, the native integration of USDGO, a U.S. dollar stablecoin issued by federally chartered crypto bank Anchorage Digital Bank N.A. The deployment aims to provide a regulated settlement asset for businesses building…
Arkham Intelligence Ranks Polymarket Traders by Skill — Top Forecaster Hits 66.1% Win Rate
Key Takeaways Arkham Intelligence launched Prediction Market Elo on June 29, 2026, ranking Polymarket traders by accuracy rather than profit or volume. GardenerCx holds the top Elo score of 2389 with a 66.1% win rate across 2,512 resolved crypto markets…
WebX 2026 Announces Speaker and Sponsor Lineup for Tokyo Conference
WebX 2026 announced a new wave of confirmed speakers and sponsors ahead of its upcoming event at The Prince Park Tower Tokyo on July 13–14, 2026. The two-day conference will feature discussions among global leaders from the finance, technology, and…
USDT Premium in India Jumps Past 8.5% as Stablecoin Supply Tightens
Key Takeaways USDT in India traded at INR 102.88, an 8.5%+ premium over the official 94.65 dollar rate, per Economic Times. The premium jumped from a typical 3%-4%, signaling a sharp local shortage of dollar-pegged tether. India ranks first globally…
Web3 Builders Gathered in Manila for Blockchain Impact 2026
The Blockchain Impact 2026 summit concluded its Manila edition over the weekend at the BGC Arts Center, drawing 500 registered builders, investors, and founders. The single-day event followed a prior iteration in Bangkok that recorded over 5,000 delegates. The Manila…
Ripple Spotlights XRPL Lending Protocol Proposal for Institutional Onchain Credit
Key Takeaways The XRPL Lending Protocol proposal would handle loan payments and tracking on the blockchain, while keeping credit approval decisions outside of it. This could allow institutions to use digital versions of assets as working capital across a range…
