#BTC Hits New High#
Bitcoin crosses $117K as Ether hits $3,000 and XRP surges by 5%
Bitcoin is now sitting above $117,000 for the first time in its history, rising more than 60% since its lowest point in April. The exact figure? $117,080. Ether touched $3,000, before rebounding slightly to $2,800 at press time. Meanwhile, XRP surged by 5% to $2.6.
This rally is happening while the U.S. Dollar saw its steepest six-month fall since 1973, dropping nearly 11% amid a simultaneous rally in tech stocks, led by Nvidia, which just became the first company ever to hit $4 trillion. The timing of Bitcoin’

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Apple asks court to lift ban on oxygen-tracking Apple Watch
Apple is intensifying its legal push to overturn a ruling that could force the company to stop selling certain Apple Watch models with blood oxygen monitoring features in the US.
The tech behemoth urged the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit to reverse a 2023 US International Trade Commission (ITC) determination that Apple had infringed on patents of medical device producer Masimo.
Due to their use of pulse oximetry technology, the ruling could effectively ban imports of the Apple Watch Series 9 an

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Samsung profit set to plunge 39% on Nvidia delays
Samsung Electronics is anticipated to report a 39% decline in second-quarter operating profit, primarily due to delays in supplying advanced memory chips to AI chip leader Nvidia.
The leading memory chipmaker is projected to post an April–June operating profit of 6.3 trillion won ($4.62 billion), marking its weakest result in six quarters, according to LSEG SmartEstimate.
Analysts noted that Nvidia’s slow approval process for a new version of Samsung’s high-bandwidth memory (HBM) chips has added to the delay.
The pro

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Elon Musk launches his ‘America Party’ with no governors, no lawmakers, and no donors
Elon Musk told his 180 million followers on Saturday that he’s officially launched his own political party on Saturday.
“Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom,” he posted on X, less than 24 hours after polling users on whether the US needs a new party. “By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!” he said.
The decision came just one day after President Donald Trump signed a tax-and-spend bill into law. That decision reignit

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Trump’s DeFi venture initiates vote to make $WLFI token tradable
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) introduced a community vote to decide whether its governance token, WLFI, should be transferable and tradable across crypto networks. 
In pursuit of an ‘open participation’ model, the company is working to make its token tradable on decentralized exchanges and P2P platforms. 
WLFI says tokenholders can vote on token rewards if the proposal is approved
In a Friday X post, WLFI stated it was making history by initiating a proposal to enable $WLFI token trading on Independenc

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Real-World Assets had a significant week as market volatility prompted tech firms to pivot towards on-chain treasury and yield products. This shift underscores a growing recognition of blockchain's potential beyond traditional finance. 🧵
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#Gate Hits 30 Million Users#
Ripple has applied for a US banking license
Ripple has applied for a US banking license, becoming the latest crypto company to seek a foothold in mainstream finance. The rush to secure banking services is linked to the new requirements for regulated stablecoins, which require proof of bank reserves. 
Ripple has applied for a US banking license, seeking a foothold in mainstream finance, reported the Wallstreet Journal. The issuer of XRP made the unexpected move after years of aiming to replace banking.
Ripple’s move follows the bid of Circle to gain access to a bank

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MAGACOIN FINANCE Chapter 1 Draws Solana & Bitcoin Traders Amid Uncertainty Around Stellar’s DeFi ...
Altcoin investors are closely watching the markets as Q3 2025 kicks off with strong catalysts across major blockchains. Among the top altcoins to buy now, MAGACOIN FINANCE is quickly becoming investor favourite alongside heavyweights like Bitcoin, Solana, and Stellar. As Stellar’s DeFi market continues to face uncertainty, MAGACOIN FINANCE Chapter 1 gains attention from Solana and Bitcoin traders.
As capital rotates from older large-cap plays into newer, narrative-d

#Gate Tops Global 30-Day Net Inflows#
Institutional investors pour into Bitcoin ETFs despite flat prices
Bitcoin is standing still while the rest of the market is running laps. Over the past month, as the S&P 500 continues to clock record highs and new IPOs explode out of the gate, Bitcoin hasn’t broken past its last high set on May 22.
Adam Parker, the founder of Trivariate Research, told clients that Bitcoin’s behavior is starting to look less chaotic. “Bitcoin appears to be trading slightly differently now than previously,” Adam said, adding that the coin’s movement is now more in sync with

#Top 3 CEXs: A Moment of Transformation#
Dogecoin (DOGE) is Regaining Momentum Toward $0.20, But Mutuum Finance’s Tech Suggests MUTM to $1...
Dogecoin (DOGE) is once again making headlines as it creeps back toward the $0.20 mark, riding a wave of renewed retail enthusiasm and subtle social media buzz. But while DOGE builds slowly on familiar sentiment, a lesser-known coin is quietly outpacing expectations, Mutuum Finance (MUTM). 
Mutuum Finance is priced at $0.03 in the fifth phase of its presale, now over 40% sold out. Phase 5 buyers are set for a guaranteed profit of 100% ROI at launch. The

#Top 3 CEXs: A Moment of Transformation#
G7 countries agreed on a side-by-side tax agreement, relieving American firms.
The United States and other G7 members agreed to adopt a “side-by-side” approach to the framework, which would exempt American companies from parts of the international tax rules.
The US administration also committed to dropping Section 899 from its tax and spending package. Named the “revenge tax” as a part of section 899, it aimed at countries with tax systems and policies that Washington deemed unfair, stipulating tax hikes.
As part of the agreement, the other G7 countries

Ethereum Price Prediction: ETH’s Climb to $10,000 Likely to Trigger 10,000% Jump for One DeFi Token
Ethereum (ETH) continues to show strong signs of long-term momentum, with several analysts projecting a possible surge toward $10,000 in the next major crypto cycle. One DeFi project gaining rapid traction is Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new crypto still in presale that many are calling a hidden gem. Mutuum Finance official presale has the token set at $0.03 in Phase 5. 
Mutuum Finance will launch at $0.06, giving current buyers a minimum return on investment of 100%. Mutuum Finance has surged past

#Top 3 CEXs: A Moment of Transformation#
Despite the Bank of International Settlements issuing stern warnings on the risks of #stablecoins, adoption and planning have persisted, with payments giants and major national banks pushing ahead with planning and rollouts this week.
Also on the incline? The number of public companies allocating existing capital - or raising it - for #Bitcoin treasury reserves.
Regulatory clarity is also continuing. In the United States, the Federal Housing Finance Agency directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to formally consider cryptocurrency as an asset in single-fam

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US Treasury pushes debt limit deadline to July 24 to avoid default
The US Treasury will continue using emergency accounting measures to prevent breaching the debt ceiling until July 24, 2025.
This will allow lawmakers more time to solve the problem before funds run dry. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Congress to act before the August recess, warning that court decisions on Trump-era tariffs could accelerate the projected X-date.
Treasury extends emergency actions to avoid hitting the debt limit
Bessent extended the period when the government can use “speci

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Top Cryptocurrencies to Invest in for Short Term Growth: High-Momentum Tokens to Watch 
Traders are eyeing high-momentum tokens that could deliver strong short-term gains, with June drawing to a close and market sentiment shifting fast. While Shiba Inu (SHIB) continue to hold ground, it’s Mutuum Finance (MUTM), priced at $0.03 that’s generating real buzz, from a sharp uptick in adoption and performance. 
The project is in phase 5 of its presale which has already sold out over 47%. Mutuum Finance has raised more than $11.1 million and attracted over 12,400 holders.

#Gate Leads Global Growth in Futures Trading Volume#
As Shiba Inu (SHIB) Falters, This DeFi Gem Is Being Touted as the Next Crypto to Explode
As Shiba Inu (SHIB) is losing momentum this cycle, smart money is already rotating heavily into Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a DeFi dark horse but one that is gaining serious traction. As SHIB hype slows and its price stagnates at approximately $0.000012, starving investors awaiting the next crypto to moon are getting positions on Mutuum Finance as the month of June draws to a conclusion. 
Mutuum Finance remains in presale stage 5 which has already sold 40% of

#Gate Leads Global Growth in Futures Trading Volume#
China has oil options if the US gets squeezed
Beijing isn’t sending jets or missiles into the Middle East right now, but it’s watching very closely. As the US bombed Iranian nuclear facilities on Saturday, joining the fight between Israel and Iran, China kept a low profile.
According to CNBC, it hasn’t condemned the strikes outright, but it has publicly backed Tehran, its long-time partner. And while it’s talking about peace, Beijing could quietly stand to gain if oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz are cut.
China and Iran signed a 25-yea

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Neo Pepe Coin Ascends Throne as Most Promising Frog-Themed Crypto Presale
Why Investor Sentiment is Shifting Away From Classic PEPE
While classic PEPE coins experienced significant popularity during past bull markets, their recent decline highlights a crucial evolution within the crypto market—investors now demand tangible value and clear utility. Gone are the days of pure “hype-coins” without substantial development updates or long-term value propositions. Furthermore, the influx of countless copycat tokens has diluted PEPE

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Apple executives are considering acquiring AI startup Perplexity
Apple Inc. executives have reportedly held internal talks about a potential bid to acquire AI startup Perplexity. The discussions are in early stages and have not involved Perplexity’s management.
Adrian Perica, Apple’s head of mergers and acquisitions, reportedly raised the idea with services chief Eddy Cue and top artificial intelligence decision-makers at the company. Bloomberg reports that the tech giant plans to integrate AI-driven search tools, like those

#Gate Latest Proof of Reserves Reaches 10.453 Billion Dollars#
Polkadot Works Behind the Scenes While Lightchain AI Takes Over the Front Page of Crypto Subreddits
Polkadot continues its quiet progress behind the scenes, but it’s Lightchain AI that’s dominating the front pages of crypto subreddits and community threads. With its Bonus Round now active after completing all 15 presale stages, Lightchain AI is generating buzz not from marketing spend, but from real traction.
The platform’s AI-native design features a smart consensus model that rewards computational value and a dedicated virtual ma