BSC has seen renewed sandwich attacks affecting 120,000+ DEX traders over two weeks. Still, volume remains steady as it leads in DEX activity and surpasses Solana in meme coin trading.
CatherineMetaplanet has reached 10,000 Bitcoin six months ahead of its target, becoming the ninth-largest public holder and surpassing Coinbase. It raised funds through zero-interest bonds and a record $5.4 billion equity programme, with plans to own 1% of all Bitcoin by 2027.
JoyTrump Media has received SEC approval to raise $2.3 billion through share deals and convertible notes, with plans to use part of the funds to buy Bitcoin. The company aims to hold Bitcoin in its treasury, launch a Bitcoin ETF, and offer crypto-based services through Truth Social and a new streaming platform.
WeatherlyBitget has partnered with UNICEF Luxembourg on a three-year initiative to boost blockchain literacy and STEM skills among girls in eight countries, empowering them to engage in the digital economy and shape the future of blockchain.
CatherineThe Trump Organisation will launch Trump Mobile in August, selling US-made phones at $499 with service on major networks and perks like telehealth and free international calls. But is the president prioritising profit over governance?
KikyoPumpFun’s official X account was suspended just days before a planned token airdrop, with no clear reason given, though reports suggest it may relate to the use of unauthorised APIs and suspicious activity. The platform also faced criticism over alleged pump-and-dump behaviour, risky token tools, and unusual fund movements, fuelling concerns about transparency and compliance.
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CatherineAvalanche has launched a free NFT Battle Pass that lets players earn rewards across multiple blockchain games in one place. It aims to boost player engagement and unify its gaming ecosystem as the wider crypto gaming market struggles.
WeatherlyOpenAI has signed a $200 million deal with the US Department of Defense, expanding its role in government tech. The agreement launches “OpenAI for Government,” a new division focused on public sector partnerships.
KikyoBrazil has scrapped its monthly tax exemption for crypto profits, introducing a flat 17.5% capital gains tax on all digital asset transactions. In response, MP Eros Biondini has proposed a bill to remove taxes on long-term Bitcoin holdings and promote self-custody rights.
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