Market Brief – 24h
Bitcoin gained 1.46% but the session’s alpha lay in AI-exposed miners. Mining stocks rallied on multi-billion-dollar AI infrastructure deals and a pivot to cloud compute, per Cointelegraph, lifting sector sentiment. Altcoins outperformed broadly: INJ surged 5.14%, ADA +3.1%, HYPE +2.99%, ETH +2.2%, SOL +1.95%, XRP +1.79%. The standout laggard was US, collapsing 13.67%, while GPU dipped 0.59%. BTC +1.46%, ETH +2.2%, SOL +1.95%, USDC flat. Mining equities benefited from a sector rotation toward AI compute infrastructure, with multi-billion-dollar contracts driving a rerating. Broad altcoin strength contrasted sharply with the US token’s collapse.
Vietnam Crypto Fine: $1,900 Penalty for Unlicensed Trading
Vietnam will introduce fines of up to $1,900 for unlicensed individual crypto traders starting September 2026.
Binance & OKX users face $1900 fines in Vietnam, Coinbase in China? Asia Express
Crypto traders in Vietnam using offshore exchanges like Binance and OKX face significant fines.
Vietnam Sets Fines Up to $1,900 for Unauthorized Crypto Trades
Vietnam has introduced fines up to $1,900 for unauthorized cryptocurrency trading and unlicensed service providers.
Vietnam Introduces Penalties Up to $1,900 for Unlicensed Crypto Trading
Vietnam is introducing financial penalties for unlicensed cryptocurrency trading and platform usage starting September 1.
Congress to Hold Sports Prediction Markets Hearing Amid Push to Ban Sports Contracts
The U.S. House Committee on Agriculture will hold a hearing on sports prediction markets amid pushes to ban sports contracts.
Removal of CLARITY Act’s Section 604 Could Spark First Amendment Battle, Industry Executives Warn
Industry executives warn that removing Section 604 of the CLARITY Act could lead to First Amendment battles and drive developers from the U.S.
France Blocks Polymarket Ahead of World Cup Final
France has blocked access to the prediction market platform Polymarket ahead of the World Cup Final.
Tether USDT Ban Risk Grows as GENIUS Act Deadline Nears
Tether faces potential loss of U.S. exchange access by 2028 if it fails to meet GENIUS Act reserve requirements.
France Shuts Down Polymarket Over Illegal Gambling Concerns
France's gambling regulator has ordered internet providers to block access to the prediction market Polymarket.
South Korea Unveils Draft Legislation for Seizure of Private Crypto Wallets
South Korea has introduced draft legislation to enable the legal confiscation of private cryptocurrency wallets.
South Korea Proposes New Law to Seize Self-Custody Crypto Wallets
South Korea has proposed a new law allowing the legal seizure of self-custody crypto wallets during criminal investigations.
‘An Impossible Requirement’: Why Have I Been Pwned’s Creator Is Dropping Crypto Donations
The creator of 'Have I Been Pwned' is stopping crypto donations due to impossible compliance requirements in Australia.
South Korea Cracks Down on 40 Crypto Manipulation Cases Since the 2024 Law
South Korean authorities have investigated 40 crypto market manipulation cases since the 2024 User Protection Act took effect.
Prediction Market Traders Turn Bearish on Clarity Act Becoming Law in 2026
Prediction market traders are betting against the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act becoming law by 2026.
Tether's USDT hits 2-year countdown threatening its position on U.S. crypto platforms
Tether's USDT faces potential pressure on U.S. platforms as regulators miss deadlines for the GENIUS Act.
South Korean regulator begins sanctions process against Dunamu: Report
South Korean regulators have initiated a sanctions process against Dunamu amid uncertainties regarding the Virtual Asset User Protection Act.
The Target Is Pix: Why the US Is Imposing Unprecedented Tariffs Over Brazil’s Free Payment System
The US is imposing 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods due to concerns over the Pix payment system's impact on US commerce.
CLARITY Act Odds Crash to 31% After Trump Push Fails to Break Senate Deadlock
Prediction market odds for the CLARITY Act have dropped to 31% following a Senate deadlock despite efforts from Donald Trump.
U.S. Stablecoin Rules Stall as Regulators Miss GENIUS Act Deadline
U.S. regulators missed the GENIUS Act deadline, leaving stablecoin issuers in a state of regulatory uncertainty.
One Year Later, CLARITY Act Remains Stuck in Senate as Crypto Rules Stall
The CLARITY Act remains stalled in the U.S. Senate one year after passing the House.
US Sanctions Freeze $131M In Iranian Central Bank Stablecoins On TRON
U.S. sanctions led to the freezing of $131 million in USDT on the TRON network linked to Iran.
France Blocks Access to Polymarket Amid Growing Scrutiny of Prediction Markets
France has blocked access to the prediction market platform Polymarket following regulatory scrutiny over unlicensed betting.
2 Most Traded Prediction Market Stocks as France Bans Polymarket Ahead of FIFA World Cup Final
France has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket, citing concerns over the promotion of gambling losses.
French gambling regulator orders ISPs to block Polymarket
France's gambling regulator has ordered ISPs to block Polymarket due to concerns over illegal gambling and market manipulation.
Polymarket is Officially Illegal And Completely Blocked in France
France has officially blocked the crypto prediction platform Polymarket, citing violations of national gambling laws.
ECB Warns Stablecoins May Drain Bank Deposits—Here's What That Means
The ECB warned that stablecoins could drain bank deposits and proposed the digital euro as a structural solution.
‘There’s no point’: Democrats counter Blockchain Association’s CLARITY push
Democrats are countering the Blockchain Association's push for the CLARITY Act, casting doubt on its 2026 approval.
Argentina Freezes 25 Cryptocurrency Wallets in $LIBRA Token Probe
An Argentine federal court froze 25 cryptocurrency wallets as part of an investigation into the LIBRA token.
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Rules Out Crypto Bailouts as GENIUS Act Deadline Nears
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh stated that the Federal Reserve will not provide bailouts to failing crypto firms or stablecoin issuers.
Senate Democrats Threaten to Block Crypto Bill Over Trump’s $1.4B Conflict
Senate Democrats threaten to block the CLARITY Act crypto bill over concerns regarding President Trump's cryptocurrency earnings.
‘This Bill Is Worthless’: Senate Democrats Draw a Line on Trump’s Crypto Profits
Senate Democrats are opposing the CLARITY Act, demanding ethics provisions to block Trump and his family from crypto dealings.
Treasury Department Blocks $131M in Iranian Cryptocurrency Amid Growing Conflict
The US Treasury and Tether blocked $131 million in USDT linked to Iran's Central Bank as part of Operation Economic Fury.
Clarity Act Odds Fall to New Low amid Patrick Witt’s Leave & Warren’s Ethics Rules Push
The probability of the Clarity Act being signed this year has decreased due to political hurdles and ethics disputes.
Chinese prosecutors call for more proactive approach to investigating crypto money laundering
Chinese prosecutors are calling for a more proactive approach to investigating cryptocurrency-related money laundering.
Thailand Mount Major Anti-Crypto Crackdown: We’re Coming For Your Stablecoins
Thailand's central bank and SEC are launching a major crackdown on stablecoin transactions, specifically targeting USDT.
Bank of Thailand Flags Abnormal Stablecoin Trades in 'Grey Economy' Crackdown
The Bank of Thailand is cracking down on the 'grey economy' after flagging abnormal stablecoin transfers used to evade scrutiny.
Chinese Prosecutors Float Treating Crypto Mixer, Privacy Coin Use as Sign of Money Laundering
Chinese prosecutors are proposing that the use of crypto mixers and privacy coins be treated as evidence of money laundering.
Bank of Thailand audits high-volume stablecoin trades to crack down on illicit finance: report
The Bank of Thailand is auditing high-volume stablecoin trades, specifically USDT, to combat illicit finance.
Crypto News Today (July 10): BTC Loses $63K Support, Thailand Tightens Stablecoin Regulation, and Eric Trump’s American Bitcoin Avoids Nasdaq Delisting
Bitcoin fell below $63,000 amid negative ETF flows and tighter stablecoin regulations in Thailand.
Thailand Targets Stablecoins and Cash in Sweeping Anti-Money Laundering Push
Thailand's central bank is implementing strict anti-money laundering controls on high-volume stablecoin transactions and large cash deposits.
Bank of Thailand targets USDT and cash flows in gray money crackdown
The Bank of Thailand is targeting USDT and cash flows to crack down on illicit gains from Chinese-affiliated scam centers.
Combating Illicit Flows: Thailand Implements Strict New Checks on High-Volume Stablecoin Trades
Thailand is implementing strict checks on high-volume stablecoin trades to combat the country's shadow economy.
Thailand Tightens Oversight of Large USDT Transactions as Central Bank Targets Shadow Economy
Thailand is tightening oversight and verification requirements for large USDT transactions to combat the shadow economy.
Thailand Wants to Audit USDT Transactions in New Crackdown
Thailand's central bank is planning audits of USDT transactions and large cash deposits to combat the grey economy.
Pakistan crypto chief seeks dialogue after scholar rules against crypto payments
Pakistan's virtual-assets regulator is seeking dialogue following a scholar's ruling against the use of crypto for payments.
Bitcoin Exchange Flows Plunge 91% as Binance’s EU Exit Reshapes Market Liquidity
Bitcoin exchange‑to‑exchange flows dropped 91% after Binance exited the EU under MiCA rules.
São Paulo Court Rules Against Coinbase in Landmark Case Over $100K Self-Custody Hack
São Paulo court ruled against Coinbase in a $100k self‑custody hack case, setting a potential liability precedent.
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