
Wise Shifts Strategy for US Bank Charter Under GENIUS Act Framework
Wise to apply for a national trust bank charter under the GENIUS Act after OCC rejection citing AML/CFT compliance issues.

Wise to apply for a national trust bank charter under the GENIUS Act after OCC rejection citing AML/CFT compliance issues.

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has worn suits in unconventional settings, from swimming to playing football, to project authority and legitimacy for socialist ideas, despite potential discomfort and criticism.

Matt Hougan de Bitwise prédit que le prochain bull market crypto proviendra de la convergence entre finance traditionnelle et onchain. Il cite Hyperliquid, plateforme crypto s'étendant aux actifs traditionnels, et Robinhood, courtier lançant sa propre blockchain pour actifs tokenisés, comme exemples clés de cette mutation.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan argues the next crypto bull market will be driven by institutional finance, stablecoins, tokenization, and real financial activity on blockchain rails, rather than speculation. This comes as crypto majors are flat, BTC ETFs see inflows, and SEC warns on DeFi, while bridge exploits highlight security risks.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan predicts Bitcoin is showing signs of bottoming, with the next crypto bull market to be driven by TradFi integrations like Hyperliquid and Robinhood. This convergence is expected to lift major cryptocurrencies and crypto equities, supported by re-accelerating apparent demand for BTC.
Bollywood star Salman Khan voiced support for students protesting nationwide paper leaks, urging them to maintain a peaceful, non-political focus. His comments come as the Delhi High Court issues notices regarding alleged excessive force during a protest, and activist Sonam Wangchuk demands assurances for protesters.

Bitwise yatırım yöneticisi Matt Hougan, Bitcoin fiyatında dip seviyesinin ilk işaretlerinin görüldüğünü ve yeni boğa sezonunun kripto ile geleneksel finansın birleşmesi, varlıkların tokenize edilmesi ve gerçek kullanım senaryoları üzerinden şekilleneceğini belirtti.

A year after US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, an ongoing war has seen Iran gain leverage by controlling the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global fuel prices. US President Donald Trump now threatens new strikes on an Iranian nuclear facility known as 'Pickaxe Mountain'.

The US launched its tenth consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military targets, prompting Iran's IRGC to retaliate against US assets in Bahrain and Kuwait. Explosions were reported across Iran, while two oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz caught fire, leading Iran to warn of the strait's closure if US actions persist.

LED face masks are popular but costly at-home beauty products claiming to improve skin. Experts confirm their efficacy for collagen production and elasticity with consistent use, though blue light can worsen hyperpigmentation. A reviewer tests various models, recommending top picks while cautioning against expensive, poorly designed, or subscription-locked devices.

Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov briefed on Russia's openness to dialogue with European countries despite Germany's inaction, the technical nature of US contacts, and President Putin's meeting with Zaporozhye Region Governor Yevgeny Balitsky.

Spain secured a victory over Argentina in a football match, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in extra time. Player ratings highlight strong performances from Spain's Rodri and Nico Williams, while Argentina's Enzo Fernández received a red card for a second bookable offense.

Kalshi is expanding its prediction markets to include wagers on drug trial results, aiming to increase transparency in drug development. This pilot program, in partnership with AppliedXL, faces criticism regarding market manipulation and insider trading. Kalshi also paused plans for flight cancellation bets after FlightAware disavowed data use.

Malgré une baisse de 36 % du marché crypto au premier semestre 2026, un rapport Bitwise révèle que 10 applications majeures ont cumulé 5,9 milliards de dollars de frais sur 12 mois. Les actions des sociétés crypto ont augmenté, tandis que les volumes de trading et la TVL en DeFi ont diminué, soulignant une économie on-chain active malgré le bear market.

The article argues against calls to "move on" from Trump-era policies without accountability, specifically for ICE, citing recent killings of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. It advocates for abolishing ICE, prosecuting its personnel, and resisting attempts to forget the victims.

A new era of content discovery, AI Optimization (AIO), is emerging as AI models like ChatGPT and Perplexity become primary search tools. This shift requires content creators to optimize for AI-generated responses, distinct from traditional SEO, to capture growing organic traffic.

FIFA successfully staged its first World Cup final halftime show, uniting global music icons like Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and Coldplay. The 11-minute spectacle celebrated togetherness and unity, featuring diverse acts from six continents, football legends, and beloved characters.

Released 50 years ago, Bugsy Malone was a unique gangster film spoof featuring child actors, musical numbers, and "splurge guns." Cast and crew reflect on its enduring appeal, challenges in financing, the casting process, filming at Pinewood Studios and a biscuit factory, and Jodie Foster's early career.

Over 24 proposed prediction market ETFs from issuers like Roundhill and Bitwise remain stalled by the SEC, which is scrutinizing fund mechanics and investor disclosures. These ETFs aim to track outcomes of elections, cryptocurrency prices, and commodity values, but regulatory uncertainty delays their market entry.

A Serbian tourist on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany was nearly sucked out of a window that "detached" mid-air. Other passengers managed to pull him back inside before he sustained serious injuries.

Decentralized finance (DeFi) tokens have shown unusual resilience against Bitcoin's decline in June, with Bitwise suggesting a market re-rating of the sector. Despite a 22% drop in Bitcoin, DeFi tokens tracked by Bitwise fell only 4%. This stability is attributed to institutional adoption, improving token economics, and real institutions building on protocols like Morpho and Jupiter.

Pesquisa da CNDL e SPC Brasil revela que 39,5 milhões de brasileiros apostaram online. 41% deixaram de consumir produtos/serviços para apostar, afetando o comércio em cidades como Petrópolis, Teresópolis e Nova Friburgo.

Yatırım şirketi Bitwise, kripto para endeks ETF'inde (BITW) Hyperliquid (HYPE) ve Stellar'ı (XLM) portföye eklerken Polkadot (DOT) ve Avalanche'ı (AVAX) çıkardı. HYPE, fonun en büyük beşinci pozisyonu oldu.

President Trump repeatedly claimed to be the No. 1 person on TikTok, citing new numbers. However, data shows he has 16.7 million followers, significantly less than top influencers like Khabane Lame (162.3M) and Charli D'Amelio (159.2M). Trump does lead among world leaders on the platform.