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Bitcoin drops to $60,000 as escalating Middle East tensions rattle the crypto market

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Bitcoin fell to $60,000 on Tuesday evening as tensions in the Middle East worsened due to Iran’s attack on Israel. The leading cryptocurrency dropped nearly 5%, trading at $60,834.

Ether, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, which had been outperforming Bitcoin just days prior, saw a steeper decline, plunging over 6% to hover around $2,450.

The sharp sell-off in the crypto market mirrors the negative sentiment that gripped the broader financial markets on Tuesday following Iran’s attack on Israel. The geopolitical uncertainty has rattled investors, leading to a widespread risk-off approach.

Other major cryptocurrencies also took a hit, with Solana, Cardano, and Dogecoin falling by over 8%, 7.5%, and 10%, respectively, over the past 24 hours. As a result, the global cryptocurrency market cap dropped 4.7% to $2.14 trillion, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

The market’s volatility underscores the broader impact of geopolitical events on investor confidence across asset classes, particularly within the more speculative crypto space.

Crypto ETFs have mixed results

Meanwhile, spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and spot Ether ETFs had mixed outcomes. According to ETF tracker Farside, while spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced inflows in the past week, spot Ether ETFs saw a mix of inflows and outflows.

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Investors will keep an eye on the trend in the coming days following the Fed’s interest rate cut and the escalating tension in the Middle East.

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Cryptocurrency Live News & Updates : Cardano Price Surge Signals Potential Risks – The Economic Times

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Cryptocurrency Live News & Updates : Cardano Price Surge Signals Potential Risks – The Economic Times
04 Jul 2025 | 03:30:11 AM IST

Cryptocurrency News & Live Updates

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Cardano’s price has increased for two consecutive days, reaching $0.60, driven by a significant development in its Bitcoin integration efforts. However, the coin’s price action suggests a potentially bearish pattern ahead.

Cardano (ADA) has seen a notable price increase, rising over 17% to $0.60, largely due to the first on-chain transaction proving Bitcoin’s state on its network, marking the start of a Cardano-Bitcoin bridge. Despite this bullish narrative, Cardano faces challenges, including a relatively inactive ecosystem and low total value locked in DeFi. Meanwhile, Dogwifhat (WIF) has also experienced a price surge, rising 43% to $0.92, with increased whale accumulation indicating potential for further gains. The token is forming a cup-and-handle pattern, suggesting a projected breakout target of $2.37. In regulatory news, concerns persist regarding stablecoin frameworks in the EU and Switzerland, with calls for clearer guidelines to support industry growth. Additionally, Fitch predicts the U.S. deficit will exceed 7% of GDP next year, highlighting broader economic challenges. Lastly, Amber International raised $25.5 million to expand its Crypto Ecosystem Reserve, reflecting a trend among crypto firms to bolster their balance sheets amid cautious funding cycles.

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03:30:04 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

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Cardano Price Surge Signals Potential Risks

Cardano’s price has increased for two consecutive days, reaching $0.60, driven by a significant development in its Bitcoin integration efforts. However, the coin’s price action suggests a potentially bearish pattern ahead.

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Dogwifhat (WIF) Price Surges: 155% Potential Upside

Dogwifhat (WIF) token has seen a 43% increase, reaching around $0.92, driven by whale accumulation and bullish market indicators, suggesting further growth ahead.

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EU and Switzerland Face Stablecoin Regulation Issues

Peter Märkl of Bitcoin Suisse highlights ongoing regulatory ambiguities for stablecoins in the EU and Switzerland, stressing the need for clearer frameworks under MiCA and addressing challenges like KYC requirements.

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03:00:05 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

U.S. Deficit Expected to Exceed 7% of GDP

Fitch’s Richard Francis forecasts that the U.S. government deficit will surpass 7% of GDP next year, with the debt ratio nearing 120% of GDP by 2026, despite anticipated tax cuts.

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Amber International Secures $25.5M for Crypto Reserve Growth

Amber International Holding has raised $25.5 million to enhance its $100 million Crypto Ecosystem Reserve, aimed at supporting blockchain networks and product development.

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Bitcoin (BTC) Hits 110,000 USDT with 0.80% Rise

As of July 3, 2025, Bitcoin has reached the 110,000 USDT mark, reflecting a modest 0.80% increase over the past 24 hours.

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IMF Cautions Trump’s Tax Proposal Could Hinder Debt Reduction

The IMF warns that President Trump’s proposed tax legislation may obstruct efforts to lower fiscal deficits and debt levels, potentially increasing the deficit by $3.3 trillion.

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Treasury Secretary Foresees Trade Agreements by July

U.S. Treasury Secretary Besant predicts that numerous trade agreements will be finalized by July 9, impacting around 100 countries with at least a 10% reciprocal tariff.

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Ondo and Pantera Capital Launch $250M Initiative

Ondo Finance, in partnership with Pantera Capital, is initiating a $250 million fund to invest in projects focused on real-world asset tokenization.

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Erebor Targets Financial Needs with Stablecoin Strategy

Erebor, a new crypto bank backed by notable figures, aims to fill the financial void left by Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse by focusing on stablecoin transactions and services for tech companies.

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ETH Steady as U.S. Jobs Data Boosts Markets

ETH rose 0.55% to $2,584.90 following strong U.S. jobs data, which indicated labor market resilience and pushed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to record highs.

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Bitcoin Surpasses $110K Ahead of Jobs Report

Bitcoin’s market dominance has decreased slightly, now at 65%, as the U.S. jobs report is set to be released today, with expectations of a modest increase in nonfarm payrolls and a rise in unemployment.

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OpenAI Disavows Robinhood’s Stock Tokens

OpenAI has denied any connection to Robinhood’s stock tokens, emphasizing that these tokens do not represent actual equity and warning users to exercise caution.

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02:10:03 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Electricity Subsidy for Crypto Mining

The IMF has turned down Pakistan’s request for subsidized electricity for crypto mining, despite plans to allocate 2,000 megawatts of surplus power to the sector.

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SEC’s Grayscale Fund Delay Expected to Be Brief

The SEC has temporarily paused the launch of Grayscale’s Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) ETF for commissioner review, citing the need for standard-setting rather than political reasons.

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Tether Mints 1 Billion USDT on Ethereum

Tether has minted an additional 1 billion USDT on the Ethereum network, as reported by Whale Alert, to manage liquidity and meet market demand.

01:55:09 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

Trump’s Budget Lacks Crypto Focus, Yet Market Gains

Despite no crypto provisions in Trump’s budget, the liquidity boost may positively impact crypto assets.

01:50:04 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

Binance Enhances Pay Send for Crypto Transfers

Binance has launched two key upgrades to its Pay Send service, introducing features that allow users to send cryptocurrencies via phone contacts and on-chain transactions, enhancing speed, security, and convenience.

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01:45:04 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

U.S. Employment Data to Shape Dollar’s Future

Analyst Turner from ING emphasizes the importance of the upcoming U.S. non-farm employment report in assessing the dollar’s downward trend, with potential implications for interest rates.

01:40:04 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

Bitcoin (BTC) Falls Below 109,000 USDT

As of July 3, 2025, Bitcoin is trading at 108,959.99 USDT, reflecting a modest 1.55% increase over the past 24 hours, according to Binance Market Data.

01:35:06 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

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BNB Falls Below 660 USDT with Minor Gains

As of July 3, 2025, BNB is trading at 659.69 USDT, reflecting a modest 0.46% increase over the past 24 hours.

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Federal Reserve Expected to Keep Rates Unchanged

The CME’s FedWatch tool shows a 76.7% chance that the Federal Reserve will not alter interest rates in July, with a 23.3% possibility of a 25 basis point cut.

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YZi Labs Joins $135M Investment in Digital Asset

YZi Labs has announced its participation in Digital Asset’s $135 million Series E funding round, joining major financial institutions to support the growth of the Canton Network, which facilitates on-chain asset tokenization for regulated institutions.

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01:20:04 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

Why the U.S. Lacks a Bitcoin Reserve

Despite initial excitement from President Trump’s directive to establish a Bitcoin reserve, legislative hurdles and a lack of public plans have stalled progress.

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Telegram’s Blockchain Developer Achieves Unicorn Status

The Open Platform has reached a $1 billion valuation after securing $28.5 million in funding, marking a significant step for the TON ecosystem in integrating crypto with Telegram’s vast user base.

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Beijing North Fonda Partners with Guofu Quantum

Beijing North Fonda has formed a strategic alliance with Guofu Quantum Innovation Co., Ltd., focusing on virtual assets and digital currency to enhance their global fintech presence.

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USD Faces Historic Challenges Ahead

Analysts report that the dollar has experienced its worst start to a year since 1973, with a significant decline in value against other currencies amid waning confidence in U.S. policies.

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Michael Saylor’s Firm Faces Class-Action Lawsuit

A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Strategy and its executives, including Michael Saylor, over a reported $5.9 billion loss in Bitcoin holdings due to new accounting rules.

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Pepe Coin Price Targets 70% Increase Amid Whale Activity

Pepe Coin (PEPE) surged to $0.0000107, driven by whale accumulation and a broader crypto market rally, with large holders increasing their stakes by 5% over the past month.

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Treasury Secretary Addresses Dollar Decline Concerns

U.S. Treasury Secretary Besent has downplayed worries regarding the dollar’s recent depreciation, asserting that its value is not tied to the strong dollar policy, which focuses on long-term measures to maintain its global reserve status.

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U.S. Unemployment Claims Increase Amid Job Market Focus

Despite a decrease in initial jobless claims, U.S. continuing unemployment claims have risen to 1.964 million, the highest since November 2021, with significant contributions from the Deep Tristate area.

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U.S. House Passes Key Tax and Spending Legislation

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Senator Lummis Proposes New Crypto Tax Legislation

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Ripple Labs’ Banking License Bid Fuels XRP Speculation

Ripple Labs’ application for a U.S. banking license has sparked considerable speculation regarding XRP’s price, with analysts observing bullish momentum and potential resistance levels.

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Sui Surges to $3 Amid Lion Group’s Treasury Plans

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Stablecoin Regulations May Boost Crypto Market to Trillions

Bo Hines, Executive Director of Trump’s Digital Asset Advisory Committee, predicts that stablecoin legislation could drive the cryptocurrency market’s growth to between $15 trillion and $20 trillion.

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12:05:12 AM IST, 04 Jul 2025

Nano Labs Invests $50M in BNB Acquisition

Nano Labs has initiated its strategy to acquire up to $1B in BNB by purchasing 74,315 tokens for $50 million in an OTC deal, signaling a shift in its business model amid declining hardware revenues.

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Binance Enhances Pay Send for Crypto Transfers

Binance has rolled out two major upgrades to its Pay Send service, introducing features that improve the speed, security, and convenience of cryptocurrency transfers.

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Titobet: A Privacy-First Crypto Gambling Platform – Branded Spotlight Bitcoin News

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Operator, employee of Bellflower company are charged in $1 million crypto investment scheme, DA says

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Operator, employee of Bellflower company are charged in  million crypto investment scheme, DA says

LOS ANGELES (CNS) — The operator and employee of a Bellflower financial services company are accused of allegedly stealing more than $1 million from low-income, primarily Spanish-speaking victims through a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme, officials announced Friday.

Yone Rios, 53, of Rancho Cucamonga and Erwing Cuevas, 35, of Norwalk are each charged with 30 felony counts of grand theft. Rios is additionally charged with one felony count of forgery relating to an item exceeding $950 in value and one felony count of passing a non-sufficient funds check exceeding $950, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

Between September 2020 and December 2022, Rios and Cuevas allegedly operated the scheme under the guise of a cryptocurrency mining business known as Zukre Platform Corporation. Although Zukre claimed to install, maintain and operate computing equipment to mine cryptocurrency, the company conducted no such operations and was not a registered business in California, prosecutors said.

The defendants allegedly recruited victims through their financial services business, Fuego Tax, also known as Supremo Tax, in Bellflower. Victims visited Fuego Tax to obtain assistance applying for high-limit credit cards and loans, but were often urged to use the loans or credit that Fuego Tax had assisted them in applying for to pay into the scheme, the District Attorney’s Office alleges.

Prosecutors contend Rios and Cuevas told victims that the investments were risk-free, guaranteed and protected by insurance. They allegedly provided “clients” with written contracts and instructed them to download a Zukre- branded mobile application, which purported to show ongoing profits from their investments, officials said.

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Individual investments ranged from nearly $4,500 to $280,000. Despite repeated attempts, none of the victims received any returns or was able to recover their principal investments, according to the District Attorney’s Office.

Prosecutors are requesting bail be set for each defendant at $600,000.

If convicted as charged, Rios would face a sentence of up to 23 years and eight months in state prison, while Cuevas would face up to 21 years and four months behind bars, authorities said.

“My office will not tolerate financial predators who purport to offer legitimate services, but instead offer lies and devastating financial loss,” L.A. County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said in a statement. “Let me be clear: If you steal from our communities, whether in the streets or through sophisticated investment or cryptocurrency schemes, we will find you and hold you accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”

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