Author: James Wilson

Rakuten Wallet has launched a “Photo Contest 2026” campaign that rewards selected dog photos with meme coins.  Summary Rakuten Wallet is using dog photos to place SHIB and DOGE inside consumer rewards campaigns. Eleven selected users will receive SHIB, while one grand prize winner will receive DOGE tokens. The contest shows Japanese platforms using meme coins for engagement beyond standard exchange trading products. In a Rakuten Wallet post, the exchange asked users to follow its account and post dog photos using the “#RWフォトコンテスト2026” hashtag. The campaign will select 11 winners to receive Shiba Inu, or SHIB. One grand prize winner…

Fidelity Investments has launched a money market fund aimed at stablecoin issuers and institutional investors seeking to meet reserve requirements under the GENIUS Act. Summary Fidelity has launched a money market fund designed to help stablecoin issuers meet reserve requirements under the GENIUS Act. The new Fidelity Reserves Digital Fund will invest in cash, short term U.S. Treasuries, and other eligible assets permitted under federal stablecoin rules. Fidelity joins State Street in targeting the stablecoin reserve management market as institutions prepare for expected growth in digital dollar issuance. Fidelity said on Thursday that the new Fidelity Reserves Digital Fund will…

Grayscale Research said AAVE “appears undervalued” at current levels, using a cash-flow model usually linked to traditional financial businesses. Summary Grayscale values AAVE at $80 to $100, based on projected 2026 protocol lending revenue. Its $175 case depends on tokenized assets moving faster into DeFi lending markets soon globally. Aave’s RWA growth and DAO revenue plans support the wider cash-flow valuation debate for DeFi. The firm estimated Aave’s 2026 revenue at about $60 million and placed current fair value for AAVE between $80 and $100. The report used a 20x to 25x fintech earnings multiple to frame that range. Grayscale…

Strategy has returned to the spotlight after QCP estimated its current liquidity runway for dividend payments at about seven and a half months. Summary QCP warned that Strategy may eventually sell more Bitcoin if dividend obligations outpace available funding sources. CEO Phong Le said the recent 32 BTC sale was a process test, not a dividend-driven liquidity move. Peter Schiff argued Strategy’s current Bitcoin buying model could dilute shareholders as dividend pressures grow. According to market maker QCP, Strategy’s current liquidity position could support dividend payments for roughly seven and a half months, raising the possibility that the company may…

Binance has been left relying on France as its last realistic route to secure a Markets in Crypto-Assets license after its expected authorization bid in Greece reportedly stalled ahead of the European Union’s June 30 deadline. Summary The Big Whale reported that Christine Lagarde helped derail Binance’s MiCA application in Greece despite regulatory progress. With the Greek route stalled, France has emerged as Binance’s last realistic option for securing EU-wide authorization. Binance said its application met MiCA requirements and warned approval delays could reduce liquidity and competition. According to a report published Wednesday by The Big Whale, European Central Bank…

The crypto market has remained under pressure even as reports have indicated that a U.S.-Iran agreement is moving closer to completion, with the total crypto market capitalization falling nearly 2% to $2.21 trillion. Summary Trump said a U.S.-Iran agreement could be signed soon, but crypto prices remained under pressure. Bitcoin and major altcoins fell as investors focused on Fed policy and inflation risks. The Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged at 3.50%–3.75%, extending its 2026 policy pause. According to a BBC report, U.S. officials have released details of a proposed memorandum that would extend the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran while…

Kalshi has fueled a billion-dollar dispute over sports betting regulation as trading activity on its platforms continues to surge. Summary Gaming and tribal groups urged the Senate to block sports-related prediction contracts through the CLARITY Act. The American Gaming Association estimates prediction markets have cost states about $1.08 billion in tax revenue. Kalshi’s crypto perpetual futures platform generated over $5.5 billion in volume within two weeks of launch. According to a report from Semafor, a coalition that includes the Indian Gaming Association, the American Gaming Association, and labor organizations has urged the US Senate to add language to the CLARITY…

Bitcoin has fallen back toward $64,000 after a hawkish Federal Reserve outlook erased a relief rally driven by easing Middle East tensions, with traders now debating whether support near $64,000 can prevent a deeper retracement toward June lows. Summary Bitcoin fell from $66,315 to $64,103 after the Fed projected additional rate hikes for 2026. Liquidation heatmaps show major leverage clusters near $64K–$65K, increasing downside volatility risks. Analysts warn that weak spot demand and continued ETF outflows could expose the $60K support zone. According to data from crypto.news, Bitcoin (BTC) climbed to an intraday high of $66,315 on June 17 before…

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Illinois has approved a new 0.2% tax on crypto transactions that state officials estimate could generate up to $60 million annually, prompting public criticism from Strategy co-founder Michael Saylor and several industry groups. Summary Michael Saylor called Illinois’ new 0.2% crypto transaction tax a “Big Mistake” after it became law. Industry groups warned the tax could hurt crypto businesses and push innovation outside Illinois. The law requires broker registration and monthly reporting and applies to some out-of-state firms serving Illinois users. In a June 17 X post, Saylor called Governor J.B. Pritzker’s decision to sign the Digital Asset Privilege Tax…