by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 10:09 am | Crypto News
Economist and market commentator Peter Schiff raised doubts about the potential of stablecoins to uphold the U.S. dollar’s dominance on Wednesday, stating that their primary use would be in cryptocurrency trading. What Happened: Schiff took to X, disputing the widely...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 9:06 am | Crypto News
Leading cryptocurrencies moved sideways Wednesday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled slower growth and hotter inflation after the central bank left interest rates unchanged. Cryptocurrency Gains +/- Price (Recorded at 9:50 p.m. ET) Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC)...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 7:06 am | Crypto News
President Donald Trump lauded the Senate’s passing of the stablecoin legislation Wednesday, urging Congress to get it to his desk without delays. What Happened: In a Truth social post, Trump said that the “incredible” GENIUS Act would position the U.S. as the...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 5:04 am | Crypto News
Dover, DE, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Bitcoin experiences a notable surge in value, nearing $110,000, the cryptocurrency market is demonstrating significant activity. Amidst anticipation surrounding upcoming U.S. inflation data, investors are actively...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 3:04 am | Crypto News
The cryptocurrency market is trading relatively flat on Wednesday, with Bitcoin reclaiming the $104,000 level. Sentiment remains cautious amid rising geopolitical tensions. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $104,035.29 -0.95% Ethereum (CRYPTO:...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 1:04 am | Crypto News
As geopolitical tensions spiked last week, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and the broader crypto market experienced a sharp wave of bearish sentiment. Will BTC repeat the historical risk-off-then-stabilize pattern like it did in earlier geopolitical crises? What Happened:...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 1:04 am | Crypto News
Seamless, secure, and sustainable crypto mining now fits in your pocket—with daily returns up to 9% and a $30 free contract for every new user Lewes, Delaware, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — QFSCOIN today unveiled its new mobile cloud mining app—bringing free,...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 12:05 am | Crypto News
Chicago, IL, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cloud mining is moving towards a new stage of being lighter and smarter. SunnyMining announced the launch of a new free cloud mining service. Users do not need to buy mining machines or master the technology. They...
by Benzinga | June 19, 2025 12:05 am | Crypto News
Tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs) must move beyond replicating traditional assets on-chain and instead focus on areas where blockchain-native features provide clear advantages, according to Standard Chartered’s Head of Digital Assets Research, Geoffrey...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 11:05 pm | Crypto News
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a civil forfeiture complaint seeking to claim more than $225 million in cryptocurrency allegedly connected to international investment fraud schemes. The action marks the largest crypto seizure to date involving so-called...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 11:05 pm | Crypto News
London, United Kingdom, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Flexible contracts, daily returns, and low entry barriers mark a fresh start for crypto mining in 2025 June 2025 – Cloud mining platform BSTR Miner has launched its updated mining plans for 2025, with a...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 11:05 pm | Crypto News
K33, a Norway-based digital asset brokerage and research firm, has launched a directed share issue to raise at least SEK 85 million (approximately $8 million USD). The proceeds will be used to acquire up to 1,000 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) to hold on its balance sheet. The...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 11:05 pm | Crypto News
A new protocol aims to redefine stablecoins as programmable assets for AI agents, much like the U.S. government establishes dollar-based rules. In the same week that the Senate passed the GENIUS Act to regulate fiat-backed stablecoins, MAITRIX, a decentralized finance...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 9:10 pm | Crypto News
XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) has been trading sideways for weeks, but that hasn’t discouraged bulls. With the launch of two XRP ETFs in Canada, momentum could be building for a breakout above $2.65, with some traders even eyeing the $5 level. Cryptocurrency Price Market...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 9:10 pm | Crypto News
Despite substantial Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) accumulation by companies and ETFs, prices have yet to rise significantly. However, an expert believes that treasury-focused companies may need to maintain a minimum BTC holding to ensure long-term survival. What Happened:...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 8:05 pm | Crypto News
Own.App, a new social media platform focused on creator monetization, has opened its public beta after drawing over 40,000 users to its waitlist during an invite-only trial. Now live on iOS and Android, the app uses blockchain infrastructure to enable...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 7:10 pm | Crypto News
The U.S. Senate’s passage of the GENIUS Act marks a watershed moment for stablecoins, offering long-awaited regulatory clarity that could unlock trillions in institutional capital. Industry leaders hailed the bipartisan vote as a breakthrough for financial...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 7:10 pm | Crypto News
Cryptocurrencies are trading lower for a second straight session as escalating Iran-Israel tensions and cautious anticipation around the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting pressure investor sentiment across global markets. Cryptocurrency Price ...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 7:10 pm | Crypto News
Prenetics Global Limited (NASDAQ:PRE) announced on Wednesday that it had completed a $20 million in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC/USD) purchase of 187.42 BTC at an average price of $106,712 per Bitcoin via a Kraken custody account. The move follows divestitures that...
by Benzinga | June 18, 2025 7:10 pm | Crypto News
The Blockchain Group, a Paris-listed tech firm, has purchased 182 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) for €17 million ($19.6 million), increasing its total holdings to 1,653 BTC, valued at approximately €148.9 million ($171.36 million). The acquisition, funded through convertible...
