Sber Plans USDT and Ether-Backed Loans as Russia Expands Crypto Rules
Russia’s Sber plans to accept Bitcoin, Ether and USDT as loan collateral while questioning demand for the digital ruble ahead of its Sept. 1 rollout.
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Binance, RedotPay Dispute Singapore Case Status in $473M Legal Fight
Binance and RedotPay are giving conflicting accounts of a Singapore case linked to a $472.8 million Hong Kong dispute over alleged Binance Card user diversion.
ZeroStack Warns of Going-Concern Risk After $82.5M Crypto Loss
ZeroStack has reversed its earlier liquidity outlook after shifting from a cannabis business to a $401 million 0G crypto treasury strategy. The change highlights the financial risks faced by public companies that rely on digital assets and staking rewards to support their operations.
macOS Malware Hijacks Telegram and Crypto Wallets, SlowMist Warns
A new macOS malware steals Telegram sessions and compromises crypto wallets, bypassing two-step verification, SlowMist researchers warn.
Japan Adds Crypto Insider Trading Rules Under Revised FIEA
Japan's parliament has passed FIEA revisions classifying crypto as financial assets, introducing insider trading bans and sharply higher penalties for violations.
White House Crypto Adviser Patrick Witt To Take Military Leave As CLARITY Act Deadline Nears
White House crypto adviser Patrick Witt will reportedly begin military legal training after completing his duties on July 24. Deputy director Harry Jung is expected to assume his responsibilities as lawmakers work to advance the CLARITY Act before the Senate’s Aug. 8 recess.
Russia’s Alfa-Bank Tests Crypto Trading As Digital Asset Rules Advance
Alfa-Bank is testing crypto trading for qualified investors through its Alfa-Investments app. The bank plans to launch broader crypto services after Russia finalizes digital asset legislation, with a possible wider rollout in late 2026.
Vitalik Buterin Says Advanced Cryptography Could Enable Private Onchain Voting
Vitalik Buterin says indistinguishability obfuscation could one day allow private onchain voting without trusted committees. The technology could improve crypto governance privacy and reduce collusion risks, but it remains too computationally expensive and experimental for real-world use today.
Galaxy Cuts CLARITY Act Passage Odds To 50% As Senate Calendar Tightens
Galaxy Digital has lowered its 2026 CLARITY Act passage odds to 50%, citing a shrinking Senate calendar and no firm floor schedule. The bill remains important for US crypto regulation, but competing priorities such as the SAVE Act, FISA and the defense authorization bill could delay its progress.
Binance Sees $400M Weekly Net Outflows as EU MiCA Deadline Approaches
Binance recorded more than $400 million in weekly net outflows as the EU’s July 1 MiCA deadline approached. The exchange has withdrawn its MiCA license application in Greece and will restrict some services for affected EU users. Early data does not yet show a clear mass migration from Binance to rival exchanges
Trump Delays Housing Bill Signing, Leaving US CBDC Ban on Hold
Trump has delayed signing a housing bill that includes a temporary ban on the Federal Reserve creating a CBDC. The bill also protects certain dollar-backed stablecoins from being treated like a central bank digital currency. The move could raise questions about whether other crypto legislation, including the CLARITY Act, may also face delays.
South Korea Adds Token Securities to Capital Market Reform Plan
South Korea has included token securities infrastructure in a wider capital market reform plan. The country is preparing rules and systems for blockchain-based securities, with the framework expected to take effect in February 2027. The move could bring tokenized securities closer to mainstream financial market infrastructure in South Korea.
Ripple Secures Preliminary MiCA Approval in Luxembourg Ahead of EU Crypto Deadline
Ripple has received preliminary approval for a crypto asset service provider license in Luxembourg ahead of the European Union’s July 1 MiCA deadline. Once finalized, the license will allow Ripple to offer regulated crypto and stablecoin payment services across the European Economic Area, strengthening its position in Europe’s digital asset market.
Notorious MEV Bot Jaredfromsubway.eth Exploited for $7.5M in DeFi Trap
Jaredfromsubway.eth, one of Ethereum’s most active sandwich attack bots, was drained for more than $7.5 million.
Iggy Azalea Hit With Class-Action Lawsuit Over Mother Memecoin
Iggy Azalea is facing a class-action lawsuit over claims that her MOTHER memecoin failed to deliver promised utility and business integrations. Investors allege they were misled by marketing tied to the token’s ecosystem and partnerships. The lawsuit comes after MOTHER’s market value fell sharply from its 2024 peak.
Researchers Warn Malicious AI Routers Can Steal Crypto And Sensitive Data
Researchers found that some AI routers can secretly inject malicious code and steal crypto-related credentials. These intermediaries can access sensitive data in plaintext, creating serious risks for developers. The study highlights the need for stronger security practices as AI tools become more widely used in crypto applications.
Bitgo Expands Canton Coin Services With Trading And Onchain Settlement
BitGo has expanded its Canton Coin services to include trading and onchain settlement alongside custody. The move reflects growing institutional demand for complete infrastructure as tokenized assets gain traction in the financial sector.
Nyse Parent Ice Invests $600M In Polymarket, Expands Bet On Prediction Markets
ICE has invested $600 million more into Polymarket, moving forward its $2 billion plan and signaling strong institutional interest in prediction markets. The move comes as regulators increase scrutiny on the sector across multiple US states.