A powerful wartime drama set during one of the darkest periods in modern Chinese history is captivating audiences across China this summer, as the nation ramps up its campaign to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

According to BlockBeats, the UK-listed company Coinsilium Group's subsidiary, Forza, has increased its Bitcoin holdings by 57.54 BTC, bringing its total to 181.96 BTC.

OpenAI raised $8.3 billion from top investors, boosting its valuation to $300 billion as it aims for a $40 billion total this year. The funding comes as the company faces pressure to switch to a full for-profit model and finalise new deals with Microsoft.

أعلنت شركة “Metaplanet” اليابانية، المدرجة في البورصة، عن شراء 463 بيتكوين إضافية بقيمة 54 مليون دولار، بمتوسط سعر بلغ نحو 101,422 دولار لكل عملة. وتمثل هذه الصفقة أول عملية شراء معلنة منذ 28 يوليو، حين اقتنت الشركة 3782 بيتكوين مقابل 424 مليون دولار. source: https://arab-btc.net/metaplanet-buys-more-bitcoin/

The token slid another 1. source: https://coindoo.com/pi-coin-news-fresh-lows-may-set-stage-for-short-term-price-rebound/

According to Foresight News, French company Sequans has acquired 85 additional bitcoins, bringing its total bitcoin holdings to 3,157. This move reflects the company's ongoing investment strategy in the cryptocurrency market.

SEC introduces new crypto rules - clearer guidelines for tokens, exchanges, stablecoins, and DeFi. A milestone for the US crypto industry. The article US SEC announces comprehensive crypto reform was first published on Crypto Valley Journal. source: https://cryptovalleyjournal.com/focus/legal-and-compliance/us-sec-announces-comprehensive-crypto-reform/?utm_campaign=rss_reader&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=feed_source&utm_content=US+SEC+announces+comprehensive+crypto+reform

Coinbase’s CEO said its satirical TV commercial was yanked by U. K. networks, before any formal ruling, sparking a fresh clash over crypto advertising rules. source: https://www.theblock.co/post/365393/coinbase-ceo-criticises-uk-ad-satire?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss

According to Cointelegraph, the European Central Bank (ECB) has emphasized its dedication to maintaining public money at the core of Europe's financial system, even as stablecoins and private digital currencies gain popularity worldwide. ECB Executive Board member Piero Cipollone stated in a blog post that euro banknotes and coins will continue to be integral to the financial ecosystem, complementing the central bank's digital euro initiative. Cipollone assured that the digital euro will not replace physical currency but will enhance payment autonomy by providing cash in both physical and electronic forms. The ECB's statements come at a time of rapid growth in crypto payments and a shifting financial landscape where stablecoins are increasingly used for cross-border transactions and everyday purchases. The ECB is actively developing a state-backed digital euro to offer a regulated alternative to privately issued stablecoins. Cipollone highlighted the importance of creating a digital euro to limit the influence of foreign currency stablecoins in Europe, warning that failure to do so could pose risks and result in missed opportunities for the bank. Despite the push for digital currency, Cipollone reiterated the indispensability of cash, especially during crises when digital infrastructure may be inaccessible. He emphasized that cash, along with digital euros, will remain a legal tender, accessible anytime and anywhere, catering to diverse payment preferences. An ECB study conducted in March revealed that Europeans showed limited interest in the digital euro. The study indicated that when respondents were asked to allocate 10,000 euros across various assets, only a small portion was allocated to the digital euro, suggesting minimal impact on traditional assets like cash. In a separate blog post, ECB adviser Jürgen Schaaf called for global coordination in regulating stablecoins to address the dominance of the US dollar. Schaaf outlined strategic options for the European Union, including regulated euro-pegged stablecoins, distributed ledger technology applications, and the digital euro, to combat the rise of dollar stablecoins. As the financial landscape evolves, the ECB remains committed to ensuring that public money, both physical and digital, remains central to Europe's financial system.

역사상 가장 큰 규모의 비트코인 도난: 루비안이 145억 달러 상당의 127,426 BTC를 분실했습니다. source: https://ko.spaziocrypto.com/haeking/girogjeogin-biteukoin-donan-rubianeseo-donandanghan-145eog-dalreo/

Is Bitcoin's $110k support a bullish launchpad or a whale-led liquidity trap? source: https://ambcrypto.com/bitcoin-whales-playing-smart-or-playing-you-110k-floor-looks-suspect/

According to Foresight News, Future Fintech Group (FTFT) has announced the formation of a new RWA department, approved by its board of directors. The department aims to explore the technological and regulatory feasibility of issuing stablecoins and tokenizing core assets. It will also seek compliance licenses and regulatory filings related to stablecoin issuance and circulation, applying for all necessary licenses based on the nature of RWA assets. Kai Xu, the president of the blockchain department, has been appointed as the president of the RWA department. He will oversee the strategic planning and daily management of the department. The department plans to engage with U.S. regulatory bodies to apply for relevant RWA and stablecoin regulatory licenses. It will also explore the feasibility of tokenizing the company's core or prospective acquisition assets and coordinate the company's reserve crypto assets and digital asset trading operations. Jia Chen, the vice president of FTFT Securities, has been named vice president of the RWA department. Her responsibilities will include liaising with Hong Kong regulatory authorities and coordinating legal compliance. She will apply for additional virtual asset-related licenses based on existing Hong Kong Type 1 and Type 4 licenses, as well as a Virtual Asset Trading Platform (VATP) license and a Type 9 asset management license to manage both traditional and virtual assets.

The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has officially banned a Coinbase's satarical advertisement, titled "Everything is Fine."

A Coinbase ad was banned from UK TV by the Advertising Standards Authority for its critical message about the country’s financial system. Coinbase’s CEO criticised the decision, saying the ban only drew more attention to the ad’s call for crypto innovation and updated regulation.

Hacker attack, Arkham, shocking BTC theft exposed: 120,000 Bitcoins, $14.5 billion. On-chain information reveals the truth. Golden Finance, why did a major BTC mining pool suddenly disappear 4 years ago? The answer is revealed.

VINE has been a MEME from the beginning to the end, carrying the market's expectations on whether the Vine short video platform that was originally shut down can be successfully restarted.

A sensational leak known as the “Panama Playlists” is giving the world a cheeky peek into the musical tastes of tech’s biggest names.

Overnight, users in the crypto industry could suddenly use their own stablecoins to buy on-chain stocks of Nvidia and Tesla, as if they had fallen into a rabbit hole and entered a wonderful other world.

South Korea’s major banks are preparing to launch stablecoin services ahead of new laws that will allow them to operate in the digital asset market. They are forming teams and partnerships to move quickly once the regulations are in place.

BTC, BTCFI, and a conversation with Bitlayer co-founders: Bitcoin enters the "institutional era." How can BTCFi leverage trillion-dollar market opportunities? Golden Finance, Bitlayer's core upgrades and key roadmap.