Crypto billionaire bit off kidnapper’s finger during ambush: Report

Crypto billionaire Tim Heath escaped a kidnapping attempt in Estonia by biting off his attacker’s finger. The assailants planned to steal his crypto holdings. The case highlights rising crypto-related kidnappings.
SOL ETF News: SOL up 4% as Analysts Say Staking ETF (SSK) Has Strong Launch

The REX-Osprey Solana Staking ETF (SSK) launched with $33M volume, boosting SOL price by 4%. Analysts note strong performance compared to futures ETFs. SEC’s staking approval enabled such products, while BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF outearns its S&P 500 fund.
$2.5 Billion in Crypto Hacks in Q1 2025: Why Non-Custodial Best Wallet is the Solution – Brave New Coin

Crypto hacks in Q1 2025 totaled $2.5 billion, with wallet breaches accounting for $1.7 billion. Non-custodial wallets like Best Wallet are gaining popularity as secure alternatives to mitigate risks from phishing and exploits.
Bitcoin Price Surges Toward $110K — Will It Finally Stick the Landing?

Bitcoin price surged from $105,200, facing resistance at $110K. BTC trades above $107,500, with potential for further gains if it stays above $107K support.
Ethereum at $2.4K crossroads: Foundation dumps, whales accumulate – What’s next?

Ethereum whales accumulated 1.49M ETH in 30 days while the Ethereum Foundation sold 13K ETH. ETH price remains stagnant at $2.4K-$2.5K, with conflicting signals from whales buying and others selling.
This Altcoin Looks Like PEPE Before It Exploded, Analyst Says
Analyst Ali Martinez compares Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) to Pepe (PEPE) before its surge, noting similar Fibonacci patterns. PENGU shows a 50% rally but hasn’t mirrored PEPE’s exact trajectory yet.
Bitcoin Active Supply Down 17%: What Followed Last Time?

Bitcoin’s active supply has dropped 17%, similar to September 2024. Historical trends suggest this cooldown may precede bullish momentum, as seen in past cycles. BTC price remains stable around $107,200.
Inside the Controversy Brewing Over Robinhood’s Tokenized Stocks – Decrypt

Robinhood’s tokenized stock giveaways for OpenAI and SpaceX sparked controversy as OpenAI denied involvement, stating the tokens are not real equity and lack approval. Elon Musk and DeFi community members also criticized the move.
Crypto VC funding drops 22% in Q2 despite strong June finish

Crypto VC funding fell 22% in Q2 to $4.5B despite June’s $2.5B surge. DeFi infrastructure and AI projects led, with North America dominating later-stage deals. Year-to-date funding already surpassed 2024’s total.
JPMorgan Chase Predicts Massive Correction for Circle (CRCL) – Here’s the Bank’s Price Target: Report – The Daily Hodl

JPMorgan predicts a 56% drop for Circle’s stock (CRCL) due to rising competition in the stablecoin market, setting an $80 target. Barclays remains bullish with a $215 target, citing TradFi adoption.