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Traders on prediction market platform Kalshi are placing bets that Bitcoin will reach a high of $82,000 within September.

David Schwartz, former Ripple CTO, publicly supported Tether's decision to freeze $42 million in a warrantless action as part of an SDNY lawsuit, citing anti-money laundering (AML) risks.

EU and NATO announced plans to intensify pressure on Russia after a drone incident in Germany, raising geopolitical tension.

Tether is facing a lawsuit from two Thai businessmen alleging that the company unlawfully froze $42.4 million in USDT stablecoins months before federal authorities obtained a seizure warrant.

Corporate political donations totaled $646 million over 18 months, with crypto-related spending reaching $206 million and crypto, AI, and online betting combined at $344 million.

Hyperscale Data's shares reached an all-time low after the company announced its Michigan facility would transition from Bitcoin mining to AI workloads, signaling a strategic pivot away from cryptocurrency operations.

The G20, led by the U.S., acknowledged digital assets as potential drivers of broad-based economic growth and emphasized improving cross-border transaction efficiency.

Hyperscale Data, a company involved in data center operations, has shifted a Michigan site from Bitcoin mining to AI workloads, potentially generating over $1.2 billion in revenue with expansion options exceeding $3 billion.

The Trump administration is moving to expand tariffs on imported semiconductors, which may incentivize domestic manufacturing but could also disrupt supply chains and increase costs for tech industries.

Broadcom experienced a $520 billion decline in market value following a disappointing outlook, despite strong revenue growth.

Strategy CEO publicly defended a bitcoin sale by describing it as a 'miniscule' portion of holdings, framing it as a strategic decision.

Norway's consumer watchdog has urged retailers to halt sales of 'pervert glasses' (spycams disguised as regular eyewear) until regulatory clarity is achieved.