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Elvira Nabiullina, the head of the Central Bank of Russia, has declared that first-wave banks were finalizing their preparations to support the digital ruble on day one. She also clarified that the bank was on schedule for the launch expected by September. Central Banks Reinforce Preparations

Strategy purchased 17,994 BTC and raised its Bitcoin holdings to 738,731 BTC, according to the SEC filing. Strategy now holds about 3.7% of Bitcoin supply after buying nearly five weeks of newly mined BTC. Strategy funded the latest Bitcoin purchase through sales of MSTR and STRC

Since its launch in July 2025, the Solana ETF has attracted approximately $1.45 billion in capital, even as the SOL token has fallen by 57%. Institutional investors continue to flow in, demonstrating confidence in the long-term potential of the Solana ecosystem. Adjusted for market capitalization, the ETF's capital inflow is equivalent to twice that of the Bitcoin ETF, indicating a strong relative demand for funds. Changes in the supply structure may impact market circulation and price dynamics.

Federal prosecutors have requested a Manhattan judge to retry Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm on money laundering and sanctions conspiracy charges in October 2026, after a jury deadlocked on those counts last August while convicting him of operating an unlicensed money transmitting business.

Research shows that submarine cable failures have minimal impact on the Bitcoin network, mainly because most Bitcoin nodes operate through Tor, making it highly resilient. In comparison, attacks targeting cloud service providers pose a greater threat, as removing just 5% of routing capacity can affect network stability.

Nasdaq has partnered with xStocks to bring tokenized equities to Solana's DeFi ecosystem, integrating traditional finance with blockchain technology. This collaboration aims to streamline financial processes, enhance capital mobility, and drive mainstream adoption of tokenized financial tools.

Ethereum reserve company (ETH) BitMine Immersion Technologies (BMNR) continued to expand its digital asset portfolio last week by purchasing an additional 60.976 ETH — the company's largest accumulation deal since December of last year. "As the familiar saying goes: no one can 'ring the market bottom' perfectly. Therefore,

In brief Federal prosecutors have asked a Manhattan judge to retry Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm on charges a jury deadlocked on last August. The Justice Department proposed an October retrial on two conspiracy counts carrying a potential 40-year maximum sentence. The court must

Robert Wright, an American author and journalist, has hinted at the involvement of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in the massacre of at least 165 schoolgirls bombed in Iran. He alleges that Claude, integrated in Maven, was likely used in the facilitation of the first wave of military

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Oil prices declined on Monday as President Donald Trump signaled a potential de-escalation in tensions with Iran, while cryptocurrencies posted modest gains in a risk-on session. In a phone interview with CBS News, Trump framed the conflict as nearing resolution, saying the war “is very complete” an

Bitcoin’s recent price action has traced the footsteps of US software equities, driven more by macro liquidity conditions than a lasting structural link to the tech sector. In a note issued on Friday, Greg Cipolaro, NYDIG’s head of research, argued that the visual fit between BTC and software

Tether, with an estimated annual revenue of nearly $6 billion, is evolving from being the largest stablecoin issuer to a major investor in crypto and fintech. The company is actively reinvesting in blockchain infrastructure, payments, and alternative assets, exemplified by 10 recent investments aimed at building the digital economy's infrastructure.

Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, has become the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with over 738,000 BTC, valued at approximately $50.7 billion. Their strategy involves aggressive accumulation using corporate funds and debt financing, significantly influencing corporate finance and Bitcoin adoption.

The 2026 World Baseball Classic has begun, with the United States leading at a 47% chance of winning, followed by the Dominican Republic at 24% and Japan at 22%. Experts predict that among the top eight teams, the United States and the Dominican Republic have a chance to reach the top three. Taiwan's first victory over South Korea demonstrates improved strength, but they face challenges in advancing further.

The Bank of Canada successfully completed "Project Samara," issuing 100 million CAD in tokenized bonds. Utilizing distributed ledger technology, the project enables real-time bond issuance, trading, and settlement, with wholesale digital dollars used for settlement. This innovation can shorten settlement times, reduce risks, and enhance transparency. Future progress will need to overcome regulatory and integration challenges.

Solana ETFs have accumulated $1.45 billion in net inflows since their July 2025 launch, despite SOL's price collapsing approximately 57 percent over the same period, according to Bloomberg Intelligence data.

TARA's price has plummeted by 20.60% within an hour, currently trading at $0.000089, amidst declining social media sentiment and mixed broader market trends. Increased trading volume suggests cautious investor behavior as they reassess positions.

Bitmax announces a 1-for-4 share consolidation to eliminate losses, but the stock still drops over 10%. The company's financial situation has worsened, with total debt skyrocketing to $74 million within nine months, mainly due to convertible bond financing used to purchase Bitcoin. This strategy has generally failed among other small-cap companies in Korea, highlighting structural issues related to lack of resources and trust.