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Nasdaq-listed Helius Medical Technologies (HSDT) has acquired Light Protocol, a cryptographic firm specializing in on-chain privacy, as part of its newly announced strategy to focus investments on the Solana blockchain. The deal, first reported by The Block, signals a significant shift in Helius’s corporate direction and a deepening commitment to Solana’s ecosystem. Strategic Pivot to Solana Helius Medical Technologies, historically known for its medical device portfolio, recently disclosed a strategic pivot to allocate capital and resources toward Solana (SOL). The move marks a notable departure from the company’s original business model and aligns with a growing trend of traditional firms…

Iran has responded to a U.S. list of conditions for a possible peace deal, according to reports shared by The Kobeissi Letter. Tehran’s stated demands include an end to the war on all fronts across the Middle East, the lifting of U.S. sanctions, the release of frozen Iranian funds, compensation for war damages, and recognition of Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. The reported U.S. terms differ sharply. The list includes no compensation for Iran, no release of frozen assets, the transfer of 400 kilograms of uranium to the United States, and only one active nuclear facility. The ceasefire…

Ethereum ($ETH) Open Interest (OI), the total unsettled futures in the derivatives market, has fallen to the lowest level in four months. On June 10, Ethereum OI across all cryptocurrency exchanges hovered around $23.3 billion, according to data from CoinGlass analyzed by Finbold. As such, $ETH OI revisited the same lows registered during the February 6, 2026, capitulation. $ETH OI 1-day chart. Source: CoinGlass The Ethereum OI recorded a gradual increase in March and April, reaching an average local high of about $33 billion. As such, $ETH price surged in tandem from its average low of approximately $1,939, retesting a…

Institutional capital is flowing back into digital assets, but this cycle looks very different from the last one. Prediction markets are beginning to attract serious attention from Wall Street, Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are once again seeing large inflows and venture giant a16z is loading up another multibillion-dollar crypto war chest. Meanwhile, traditional banks are quietly accelerating their push into tokenized finance infrastructure. Taken together, this week’s Crypto Biz points to a broader shift underway across the industry. Crypto companies are no longer just chasing retail traders — they’re increasingly building products for asset managers, banks, hedge funds and institutional…

Bio Protocol, a leading decentralized science (DeSci) platform, has announced a major upgrade to its core ecosystem points system, BioXP. Simultaneously, the protocol launched an Ignition sale exclusively for $USDC holders, aiming to raise new funds for further development. This strategic move strengthens benefits for existing $BIO token holders by giving BioXP holders priority in the event of oversubscription. Bio Protocol BioXP Upgrade: Enhancing Ecosystem Rewards The BioXP upgrade introduces several key improvements to the points system. BioXP now offers enhanced reward mechanisms for users who actively participate in the Bio Protocol ecosystem. This includes staking, liquidity provision, and community…

Kenya is emerging as one of Africa’s leading digital asset markets. The country combines crypto adoption with a regulatory framework attracting investment and protecting users. Already known for pioneering mobile money through M-Pesa, Kenya is now working to formalize its crypto and blockchain sector. Kenya Advances Crypto Regulation Kenyan regulators are developing a framework for blockchain and virtual asset markets. Speaking in Nairobi, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) said proposed rules would require crypto asset funds operating in Kenya to register locally or establish representative offices in the country. Regulators say clear rules are needed to protect investors and support…

Solflare is betting that the next major consumer use case for crypto won’t be trading tokens — it will be collecting real-world assets. The Solana wallet provider has launched Solflare Packs, a new in-wallet experience that allows users to purchase, open, trade, and redeem real graded trading cards directly from their crypto wallet. Powered by Collector Crypt, a tokenized collectibles marketplace that has processed more than $1 billion in trading volume, the product combines physical collectibles with blockchain-based ownership and liquidity. The launch introduces what Solflare describes as the first wallet-native end-to-end trading card experience on Solana, allowing users to…

Bitcoin ($BTC) may be nearing a major turning point after a historical halving-cycle signal resurfaced, raising the risk of a sharp market correction. According to an analysis by TradingShot shared in a TradingView post on May 15, Bitcoin has now completed 760 days since its April 2024 halving event, a timeframe that has historically coincided with major market downturns. Previous cycles show that once $BTC reached the 760-day mark after a halving, the asset experienced an immediate decline that eventually led to a broader bear market phase. Bitcoin price analysis chart. Source: TradingView Similar patterns emerged after the 2012, 2016,…

The U.S. House has moved closer to approving a $70 billion immigration funding package after Senate passage last week. Lawmakers could hold a final vote as early as Tuesday and send the measure to President Donald Trump. The legislation would fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection through the end of Trump’s term. House leaders are now working to secure enough support before the measure reaches the floor. Senate advances funding bill after months of debate According to Senate records, lawmakers approved the package early Friday by a 52-47 vote. The measure funds ICE and CBP, which…

Circle has unveiled new privacy capabilities for its Arc blockchain, introducing a confidential smart contract engine designed to keep sensitive financial data hidden while preserving access for compliance and audit functions. In a June 10 announcement, Circle said the new system, called Arc Privacy, addresses one of the biggest obstacles facing institutional blockchain adoption, namely the public visibility of transaction data and smart contract activity on most networks. According to the company, the feature will allow developers and businesses to selectively conceal transaction details and contract states instead of exposing all information by default. For financial institutions, the company argued,…