Pump.fun is hiring a Chief Legal Officer with a base salary of up to $5 million while facing a class action lawsuit in New York that includes RICO claims.
DeFi total value locked declined from $115 billion to $70 billion in 2026. Record exploit activity and a broader market correction contributed to capital outflows.
Ripple has launched its RLUSD stablecoin in Japan through SBI VC Trade following new rules for foreign-issued stablecoins. The token is classified as an electronic payment instrument under the Payment Services Act.
Binance has pulled its MiCA application in Greece days before the EU deadline. The exchange says it will seek authorization in another member state.
A $10 billion Bitcoin options expiry is nearing, and volatility is described as looking cheap ahead of the settlement. The development was highlighted in the June 23, 2026 Crypto Daybook Americas.
An opinion piece in CoinDesk argues that Congress should not limit stablecoins to protect community banks from what the author describes as an unproven threat.
The Vault has integrated Hinkal’s privacy layer to enable private stablecoin transactions for institutional clients. The move addresses transparency concerns in a market exceeding $315 billion.
The US Treasury issued a 60-day license for Iranian oil exports, sending crude prices lower. Markets are assessing the impact on inflation, interest rates, equities, and Bitcoin.
Altura has begun winding down its multi-strategy stablecoin vault after processing more than 8.5 million USDT in withdrawals in 24 hours. The firm cites sustained redemption demand and market sentiment.
With MiCAR in place, Europe’s crypto sector is moving from licensing to ongoing supervision. Industry focus now centers on governance, resilience, and investor protection.