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Crypto firms operating in Spain will receive no extensions or exemptions if they fail to secure licenses under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework by the end of June. Speaking on Friday, Carlos San Basilio, chairman of the National Securities Market Commission (CNMV), said firms that remain unlicensed must cease operations across the bloc as Spain’s market watchdog will not grant any waivers or deadline extensions. He added that regulators are coordinating with affected companies to ensure a smooth transition. Binance, which is still seeking regulatory approval after an unsuccessful licensing attempt in Greece, was highlighted as one…

MetYa, a renowned Web3 social payment entity, has partnered with Trikon, an AI-powered blockchain infrastructure platform. The strategic partnership aims to streamline interactions in the tokenized economy. As MetYa revealed in its official social media announcement, the development focuses on advancing usability and accessibility across the Web3 sector. Hence, the move attempts to develop seamless experiences by minimizing the technical restrictions commonly related to blockchain adoption. 🤝 Partnership Announcement: MetYa × TrikonWe’re excited to partner with @0xtrikon — an AI-native Web3 Operating System built to make the tokenized world feel simple.Trikon is removing the friction of chains, wallets, and gas…

Bitcoin and altcoins continue to experience sharp declines due to ongoing ETF outflows, a more hawkish Fed, and a stronger dollar. As Bitcoin fell to levels as low as $58,000 in the recent decline, expectations for June on the forecasting market Polymarket were also reshaped. At this point, investors are expecting a decline, especially for Bitcoin ($BTC), Ethereum, and $XRP. According to Polymarket data, the price expectations for $BTC, $ETH, and $XRP in June were as follows. 1. Bitcoin ($BTC): Predictions titled “What Price Will Bitcoin Reach in June?” indicate that a decline in $BTC prices is the dominant expectation.…

Latest developments: Trent Van Epps says Ethereum’s long-term decentralization strategy is entering a critical transition phase. Van Epps said he left the Ethereum Foundation after it became clear the organization would accelerate its “subtraction” philosophy of pushing authority and legitimacy into the broader ecosystem. He described the Ethereum Foundation as intentionally reducing its central role rather than consolidating power, arguing that multiple independent institutions should eventually coordinate the ecosystem. The comments come after recent Ethereum Foundation leadership changes and workforce reductions, which have fueled questions about Ethereum’s future governance. Van Epps joined CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie on Markets Outlook. What this…

Securitize, one of the largest providers of tokenization infrastructure for Wall Street, expects to raise about $400 million as it prepares to go public through a merger with a Cantor Fitzgerald-backed special purpose acquisition company. The company said Friday that, following lower-than-expected shareholder redemptions, the business combination with Cantor Equity Partners II (CEPT) is expected to generate roughly $400 million in gross proceeds, including private investment in private equity (PIPE) financing. CEPT was 8% higher following the news. The transaction is scheduled to close on July 1, pending shareholder approval on June 29 and other customary closing conditions. The combined…

COZ distributed 667 $NEO across five ecosystem contributions in round 2.8 of Proof of Working 2.0, recognizing work on contract artifact management, community coordination, dApp onboarding templates, NeoFS storage tooling, and Python SDK maintenance. The distribution brings the cumulative total to 5,079 $NEO awarded across eight rounds since the program’s January relaunch. The round features returning contributors alongside new entrants, continuing the program’s role as a grassroots funding pathway for open-source work outside traditional grant structures. Contributors submit completed work via COZ Discord, with weekly $NEO awards determined by the COZ Council. Contract artifacts, community coordination, dApp templates Pusharoo, developed…

U.S. Representative Maxine Waters may soon return to the helm of the House Financial Services Committee if Democrats perform as expected in the November elections, and she’s asking that the Department of Labor back away from a proposal that would encourage the managers of 401(k) retirement plans to offer alternative investments, including cryptocurrency. In March, the Labor Department proposed a rule to implement what President Donald Trump had ordered: that people’s 401(k) accounts be open to investments in private equity, private credit, real estate, commodities and digital assets. Waters filed a detailed, 11-page comment letter with the department this week,…

Binance will suspend some services for customers across the European Union from July 1 after failing to obtain a licence under the bloc’s Markets in Crypto Assets regulation. The world’s largest crypto exchange has begun notifying affected users that it will stop accepting new registrations and restrict existing accounts to closing positions and withdrawing funds. Binance said customer assets remain safe and accessible and clarified that it is not requiring every user to withdraw their funds before the deadline. Customers in France, Italy, Spain and Poland, where Binance currently operates under local registrations, have received notices explaining the changes to…

Claw Intelligence, a next-gen on-chain intelligence platform, has collaborated with Block Sec Arena, a prominent Web3 security infrastructure company. The partnership merges the on-chain intelligence stack of Claw Intelligence with the resilient infrastructure of Block Sec Arena. As per Claw Intelligence’s official X announcement, the integration guarantees that each of the token interactions, risk scores, and transfer previews gets support from exclusive security tooling. By adding the bounty-led network and educational model of BlockSec Arena, Claw Intelligence reaffirms its objective of providing dependable intelligence solutions. Strategic Partnership Announcement 🤝Claw Intelligence × @BlockSec_ArenaBlock Sec Arena builds Web3 security infrastructure — education,…

Renowned billionaire investor Jeremy Grantham has reiterated his long-standing criticism of Bitcoin ($BTC). Grantham, co-founder of GMO, said that Bitcoin will lose its importance over time and will decline “quietly, not with a noisy crash” within decades. Speaking on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Grantham described Bitcoin as a “useless and speculative” asset. Arguing that Bitcoin lacks intrinsic value, the veteran investor claimed that $BTC hasn’t performed as expected, even during a strong bull market. Related News Liquidation Earthquake Following a Major Crash in the Cryptocurrency Market: Here Are the Latest Data – Be Even More Careful Tomorrow Grantham stated, “I think…