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ARK Invest unloaded another round of shares of Circle (CRCL) across its ETFs just two weeks after the stablecoin issuer’s high-profile IPO. The biggest cut came from the flagship ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK), which sold 490,549 shares, or about 1.8% of the portfolio. ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW) and ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF) also reduced exposure, selling 75,018 and 43,608 shares, respectively. Making the total sales worth about $146.3 million, based on the June 20 closing price of $240.28 per share. This marks the third and biggest wave of CRCL share selling since the IPO. Previously, it sold…

Zama, an open-source cryptography startup aiming to bring complete privacy to public blockchains, has raised $57 million in Series B funding led by Pantera Capital and Blockchange Ventures. The round pushes Zama’s valuation over $1 billion, making it the first company working in advanced encryption to hit unicorn status. Founded in 2020, Zama seeks to bring privacy to public blockchains without compromising transparency or auditability. Zama’s latest funding comes alongside the launch of its public testnet and “confidential” blockchain protocol, which allows developers to build encrypted smart contracts and decentralized applications. “We are focusing on financial applications, in particular payments,”…

JPMorgan Chase & Co., the largest U.S. bank, is rolling out plans to lend to its customers by accepting exchange-traded funds (ETFs) tied to cryptocurrencies as collateral. The move is seen as one of the biggest moves from Wall Street since President Donald Trump pledged to support loosening regulations on the crypto sector. JPMorgan will begin providing financing in the coming weeks against some crypto ETFs, starting with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust, according to people familiar with the matter. The bank will also factor in its asset management clients’ crypto holdings in its total net worth and liquid assets calculations.…

While missile attacks between Israel and Iran continued last week, US President Donald Trump’s postponement of the decision to attack Iran and FED Governor Waller’s signal to cut interest rates in July provided short-term relief to the markets. US stock markets started the week on an upswing, but then turned down again due to pressure from chip stocks. The S&P 500 fell 0.22%, while the Nasdaq fell 0.51%. Apple shares rose more than 2%, allowing the Dow Jones to close the day higher. The main developments that markets will focus on in the new week are as follows: Sunday 20:15…

ZBCN has rallied over 130% in the past week, fueled by backing from Uphold and hints at a potential partnership with Ripple. Zebec Network (ZBCN) price is up over 20% in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $0.0057, marking a continuation of its breakout rally that began on May 21, when ZBCN decisively broke above the $0.0022 resistance level. Despite a brief pullback on May 27, when traders moved to lock in profits, the dip was swiftly bought up and the token kept rallying to a peak of $0.0059 today. This marks a gain of over 130% from its…

Singapore has issued a hard deadline for crypto companies operating from its jurisdiction to stop serving overseas clients unless they secure a license under new rules taking effect at the end of June. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has made clear that no grace period, transition plan, or extension will be offered, firms must comply or shut down. MAS Enforces New Licensing Regime With Immediate Effect From June 30, any company, partnership, or sole proprietor incorporated in Singapore that offers digital token services to clients outside the country must hold a Digital Token Service Provider (DTSP) license under the…

Barclays bank has announced it will block customers from using Barclaycard credit cards to buy crypto starting June 27 The move was quietly confirmed in a newly updated FAQ section on the bank’s official website. According to Barclays, the decision stems from concerns over consumer protection and repayment risks. The bank warned that crypto price volatility could expose users to debts they may be unable to manage. The bank also pointed out that digital assets do not fall under UK financial safeguards, and affected customers would have limited recourse if a transaction goes wrong. It explained: “We’re doing this because…

On June 25, 2025, investment platform Republic launched a new token called rSpaceX, giving global investors exposure to SpaceX without owning its equity. The token is part of Republic’s new Mirror Tokens series and is minted on the Solana blockchain using a proprietary security token standard. The rSpaceX token reflects the value of SpaceX shares and offers economic exposure in the event of an IPO, acquisition, or other liquidity event. However, it does not represent actual ownership or equity in SpaceX. Republic confirmed the company is not affiliated with SpaceX in any form. The offering is available to the public…

The recent behavior of Bitcoin has once again attracted the attention of John Bollinger, the renowned trader and creator of the Bollinger Bands, who has identified a significant pattern in the BTC/USD chart. This signal, known as “Three Pushes to a High”, is often associated with potential reversals during prolonged bull phases and could indicate a turning point in the upcoming movements of Bitcoin. The return of John Bollinger on Bitcoin movements Why the Bollinger signal is relevant Observe to Decide: The Role of Patience in Bitcoin Trading The return of John Bollinger on Bitcoin movements After almost two months…

Russia’s crypto asset holdings have reportedly blown past 2 trillion rubles, worth more than $25.4 billion, by June 2025, according to Vasily Girya, CEO of GIS Mining, while speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025). Russian companies are making large mining orders. This means more capital is flowing straight into the infrastructure of crypto. The money’s being directed into large-scale mining, not simple retail setups. This SPIEF 2025 ran from June 18 to 21 in St. Petersburg, and this year’s theme was “Shared Values: The Foundation of Growth in a Multipolar World”, clearly designed to push Russia’s…