Crypto losses hit $2.5B in first half of 2025, but hacks fall in Q2: CertiK
Crypto losses reached $2.47B in H1 2025, with Q2 showing a decline in hacks. Two major incidents accounted for $1.78B. Phishing attacks surged, targeting Ethereum and wallet compromises.
Arizona governor vetoes bill to stockpile seized crypto
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill to create a crypto reserve fund for seized assets, citing concerns over local enforcement cooperation. This marks her third crypto-related veto.
ECB Approves Two-Track Plan to Settle DLT Transactions
The ECB approved a two-track plan for DLT transactions, featuring short-term ‘Pontes’ connecting to TARGET services by 2026 and long-term ‘Appia’ for global solutions, enhancing financial settlement efficiency.
Cardone Capital Adds 1,000 BTC to Balance Sheet – News Bytes Bitcoin News
Cardone Capital acquires 1,000 BTC worth over $100M, adopting a bitcoin treasury strategy influenced by Michael Saylor.
Why traders are fleeing Dogecoin even as Bitcoin, Ethereum stay strong
Dogecoin (DOGE) faces significant realized losses as traders shift to Bitcoin and Ethereum, which show strong profit dominance and investor conviction amid market volatility.
Bitcoin Price Prediction: $107K Holds as Mastercard, Deutsche Bank, and UK Firms Drive Demand
Bitcoin’s price prediction highlights $107K support as Mastercard, Deutsche Bank, and UK firms drive demand through crypto-backed cards and custody services, enhancing BTC’s utility.
New York AG urges Congress to bolster protections in crypto bills
New York AG Letitia James urges Congress to strengthen crypto bills, arguing current versions lack investor protections and regulatory safeguards against fraud and criminal activity.
DOJ’s $225M Seizure Puts Human Cost of Crypto Scams in Focus, Former Acting U.S. Attorney Says
The DOJ seized $225M in crypto from pig butchering scams, highlighting the human impact. Former Acting U.S. Attorney Phil Selden explains the case’s significance and future legal actions.
Crypto Fever Reaches German Banking Giants—Retail Trading Coming by 2026
Germany’s Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe plans to offer crypto trading to 50 million customers by 2026, marking a major shift in retail banking under EU’s MiCA regulations.
Bitcoin Holds Key Level Amid $108,000 Rejection, But Analysts Suggest Caution This Quarter
Bitcoin faced rejection at $108,000, testing key support levels. Analysts warn of potential pullbacks if $104K-$106K isn’t held, risking a drop to $101K-$102K support.
