Crypto Treasury Firms Go on $8B Buying Spree in Historic Week

Real Pokémon Cards From NFTs? Solana Project Lets Fans Redeem Graded Collectibles Straight From Digital Draws in Gacha-Style

Collector Crypt launched a digital system on Solana where people can buy NFT packs linked to real graded Pokémon cards. Buyers can either keep the NFT or claim the actual card, bringing together digital collecting and physical items.

Turkish Ride-Hailing Firm Marti Becomes Latest Public Company to Embrace Bitcoin with 20% Cash Reserve Allocation in Treasury Strategy

Marti, a Turkish ride-hailing company, has put 20% of its cash into Bitcoin and plans to increase that to 50%. The move is part of a long-term plan to use crypto as a store of value while keeping its main business growing.

Is Pumpfun’s PUMP Token Sale Still On? Solana Project’s $4B Launch Plans Hit by Gate Page Removal

Pumpfun will launch its PUMP token on 12 July, aiming to raise $600 million by selling 15% of its supply across its own site and Gate.com. Despite the hype, the platform’s revenue and user activity have dropped sharply, while rival LetsBonk is gaining ground.

Lazarus Group Strikes Again: $3.2M Stolen from Solana, Laundered Through Ethereum and Tornado Cash

North Korea-linked hackers stole $3.2 million in crypto from Solana wallets and moved the funds to Ethereum. They laundered nearly $2 million using Tornado Cash, with over $1 million still sitting in an Ethereum wallet.

Solana ETF and Pudgy Penguins Fund Enter SEC Review as Altcoin Investment Push Accelerates

Invesco and Galaxy filed for a Solana ETF, aiming to give investors regulated access to the SOL token. Another filing proposes a new ETF mixing memecoins and NFTs from the Pudgy Penguins collection, marking a first of its kind in the market.

Canadian Solana-Focused Investment Firm Files With SEC to List on Nasdaq and Enter US Market

Sol Strategies, a Canadian crypto investment firm, has applied to list on Nasdaq after heavily investing in Solana tokens and staking operations. Despite a recent $3.5 million loss, the company aims to raise more capital and grow its presence in the US market.

Countdown to Solana ETF: SEC Could Greenlight Applications as Soon as Next Month

The SEC has asked Solana ETF issuers to quickly update their filings, speeding up the approval process with decisions possible within weeks. This includes allowing staking features, which could boost investor interest and confidence in Solana.

Solana Taps Dubai’s VARA for Strategic Partnership to Expand Web3 and Blockchain Infrastructure by Signing Milestone MoU

Dubai’s VARA has signed an MoU with the Solana Foundation to advance blockchain innovation and talent development. Despite this, SOL remains over 2% down in the past 24 hours and below its January peak although it saw a slight uptick during the recent Bitcoin-led market pullback.

Greenlight Turns Red: US SEC Warns Ethereum and Solana Staking ETFs May Violate Federal Law

The SEC raised legal concerns about new Ethereum and Solana ETFs that include staking rewards, saying they may not qualify under current investment rules. REX and Osprey must address these issues before the funds can launch.

South Korea to Allow Institutional Investors to Enter Crypto Market in 2025

South Korea’s Financial Services Commission is easing restrictions on institutional crypto trading, starting with non-profit organizations, after the Virtual Asset User Protection Act passed in 2024. The country is also planning to introduce a 20% crypto tax in 2025 and explore crypto ETFs and security tokens to boost market participation.

Public Outrage as Polymarket Accused of Exploiting Tragedy with Wildfire Betting Amidst AI Deepfakes Spreading Misinformation

Polymarket faces backlash for enabling bets on California wildfires, raising ethical concerns over profiting from disaster. To make matters worse, the emergence of AI deepfakes further spread misinformation. Is tragedy becoming entertainment?

Circle Joins Donald Trump’s Inauguration Donor List with $1M USDC Contribution—Which Big Names Will Join the List?

Circle’s $1M USDC donation joins Ripple, Coinbase, Kraken, and Ondo Finance in boosting Trump’s inaugural fund, underscoring stablecoins’ rising role in politics. With top donors securing exclusive perks, who’s next to contribute?

Mastercard Launches Secure Crypto Aliases in UAE and Kazakhstan to Prevent Mistakes

Mastercard launched its Crypto Credential service in the UAE and Kazakhstan to simplify cryptocurrency transactions by using secure aliases instead of complex wallet addresses.

Nansen and TON Blockchain Unite Through Strategic Partnership to Drive the Future of Web3 Analytics with More Tools Upcoming

Nansen has teamed up with TON Blockchain, a high-performance Layer 1 developed by Telegram, to introduce advanced analytics tools that will enhance insights, drive innovation, and accelerate Web3 adoption. What new tools can we expect next?

Standard Chartered Enters European Crypto Market with Custody Services in Luxembourg

Standard Chartered has launched digital asset custody services in Luxembourg, focusing on Bitcoin and Ether, to cater to institutional investors in Europe.

US Crypto Vision Takes Shape as Trump Looks to Launch First-Ever Senate Crypto Subcommittee

The US Senate Banking Committee, led by Senator Tim Scott, is set to establish the first-ever cryptocurrency subcommittee. This comes just before Trump’s inauguration, which is expected to launch pro-crypto regulatory initiatives.

Tether Is Expanding Into AI Filmmaking and They’re Hiring Now

Tether is expanding into AI filmmaking, hiring experts and planning to grow its team to 200 by mid-2025. The company is also investing in AI and cloud computing to enhance scalability and technology.

Welsh Man Loses Final Legal Battle to Recover Over $750 Million in Bitcoin Dumped in Landfill, Plans to Start Own Crypto

A UK court denied James Howells' bid to recover a hard drive with 8,000 Bitcoin buried in a Newport landfill, citing high excavation costs and environmental concerns. Mined in 2009, the lost Bitcoin is now worth over $750 million.

El Salvador Eyes Opportunity to Buy Seized Silk Road Bitcoins at Discounted Rate

El Salvador continues to buy Bitcoin, including a recent purchase of 11 BTC, increasing its total holdings to over 6,000 BTC. President Bukele has also expressed interest in acquiring Bitcoin seized by the U.S. government, further solidifying the country’s commitment to cryptocurrency.