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Ripple has officially launched its dollar-backed stablecoin Ripple USD (RLUSD) in Japan, marking a significant milestone for both the company and the country’s evolving digital asset landscape. The rollout, conducted in partnership with SBI Holdings and its subsidiary SBI VC Trade, makes RLUSD the first foreign-issued stablecoin to receive regulatory approval under Japan’s updated payment framework — a development that could reshape how Japanese institutions and retail users access dollar-denominated liquidity on-chain.Regulatory Approval Opens the DoorThe launch follows formal approval from Japan’s Financial Services Agency (JFSA), which cleared RLUSD for distribution under a revamped stablecoin framework that took effect on…

Ted Hisokawa Jun 26, 2026 02:21 A report says the Trump administration intervened to limit the launch of OpenAI’s latest model, signaling tighter federal scrutiny of advanced AI releases. Trump curbs OpenAI launch as Polymarket prices Newsom at 20.7% Trump Administration Moves to Limit OpenAI Model Launch as Polymarket Traders Mark Down Gavin Newsom in 2028 Democrat No The Trump administration’s move to limit OpenAI’s latest model launch is rippling across political and tech circles, and Polymarket traders have been active in the “Democratic Presidential Nominee 2028” market. The leading contract, Gavin Newsom,…

Aave (AAVE) staged one of the week’s most dramatic counter-trend moves on June 25, climbing more than 15% in 24 hours to trade around $82.77, bucking a broad crypto selloff that dragged Bitcoin (BTC) below $60,000 for the third time in June. The divergence highlighted a growing split between DeFi protocols with recovering fundamentals and a wider market weighed down by institutional selling, rate anxiety, and competition from artificial intelligence stocks.Standard Chartered Sets a 50x TargetThe primary catalyst was a research note published June 24 by Standard Chartered’s global head of digital assets research, Geoff Kendrick. Kendrick initiated coverage of…

Multicoin Capital has projected that Hyperliquid’s HYPE token could reach $319 by 2028 despite identifying several structural and market risks that could threaten its long-term outlook. Summary Multicoin Capital has forecast a $319 HYPE price by 2028, citing Hyperliquid’s earnings growth and expanding market share. The firm pointed to HIP-3, token buybacks, and rising perpetual futures activity as key drivers behind its bullish outlook. Despite the optimistic target, Multicoin warned that regulation, competition, governance risks, and a bearish double-top pattern could pressure HYPE. According to a new report from Multicoin Capital, the investment firm expects Hyperliquid (HYPE) to appreciate roughly…

Rongchai Wang Jun 25, 2026 22:17 A court decision on pesticides has heightened the stakes in Iowa’s governor race, forcing candidates to sharpen positions on farm regulation and environmental oversight. Iowa pesticide ruling fuels politics as Polymarket 2028 GOP odds flat Iowa Pesticide Court Ruling Raises 2028 GOP Nominee Stakes, but Polymarket Odds Stay Flat A court pesticide ruling is reshaping the political landscape in Iowa, elevating the stakes in the state’s governor race and putting new attention on Republican-aligned power centers. On Polymarket’s “Republican Presidential Nominee 2028” contract, pricing was unchanged, with…

Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Solana is flashing a technical warning after repeated rejection near the same resistance zone, with traders now watching whether the $60 area can hold as neckline support. TL;DR SOL has reportedly formed a bearish double-top structure after failing near $75. The $60 area is the key neckline support traders are watching. A confirmed breakdown could open the door to deeper downside, while a rebound would weaken the bearish setup. A Classic Double-Top Setup A double-top pattern forms when price fails twice around the same resistance zone…

Institutional Bitcoin demand is showing fresh signs of fatigue, with K33 Research reportedly flagging a record drawdown in global Bitcoin ETP holdings and rolling one-year flows turning negative for the first time since 2023. TL;DR K33 Research reportedly says global Bitcoin ETP holdings are down 8% from their peak. Rolling one-year flows have turned negative for the first time since November 2023. The pace of daily outflows has slowed, suggesting selling pressure may be easing rather than accelerating. A Record Drawdown In Bitcoin ETP Holdings The K33 data points to a meaningful shift in the institutional flow picture. According to…

Palo Alto, United States, June 25th, 2026, ChainwireStory rebrands as The DATA Foundation, launches DATA Network with flagship Kled AI integration, registering 1.5 billion user-contributed records on the platformThe Foundation also introduces Trace, the first public audit layer for consent, licensing, and data provenance at scaleToday, Story announces a strategic transition to become The DATA Foundation (“DATA”) and launches Trace, an onchain registry for AI training data provenance and licensing. The launch includes a flagship integration with Kled, the world’s largest opt-in human data marketplace, registering 1.5 billion user-contributed records on the Network. Andrea Muttoni becomes CEO of The DATA…

Strategy Inc. (MSTR) fell more than 9% at times on Thursday to its lowest level since March 2024, extending a five-day collapse of nearly 30% as Bitcoin broke below $60,000 and a securities investigation targeting the company became public. Shares of the Michael Saylor-led Bitcoin treasury company hit $85 by midday Thursday, down from above $117 at the start of the week. The stock has now shed roughly 36% over the past month — nearly double the 18.5% decline in Bitcoin over the same period. On top of this, Rosen Law Firm posted a press release saying it is investigating…

While Western financial media has spent much of 2026 tracking Bitcoin’s crash from its October 2025 all-time high near $126,000, Trezor Academy has released a documentary that documents a different story.  Seeding Bitcoin: Trezor Academy and Africa’s Bitcoin Revolution follows educators, merchants, and community members across Sub-Saharan Africa who are using Bitcoin not as a speculative asset but as a functional monetary tool. The film captures Bitcoin education centers in South Africa where students as young as teenagers complete a Bitcoin diploma course and receive weekly rewards in bitcoin, which some use to buy groceries for their families.  It profiles…