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What’s Behind Bitcoin and Ethereum’s Recent Price Drops?

June 26, 2026

Over the past month, Bitcoin and Ethereum have seen sharp declines, with both cryptocurrencies losing over 20% of their value. Traders now believe the downward trend could continue, with Bitcoin possibly dropping to $55, 000 and Ethereum to $1, 500 before recovering. The predictions come from platfo

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Russia tests crypto for trade, but global limits remain tight

June 26, 2026

Russia has opened a small door for some companies to use cryptocurrencies in foreign trade deals. The government calls it an “experimental legal regime, ” meaning only a few exporters and importers can try paying with digital money like Bitcoin or dollar-linked stablecoins. But even inside this corr

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Sophon drops blockchain, focuses on apps and finance

June 26, 2026

A company once known for its blockchain technology is now shifting gears entirely. Instead of running its own network, Sophon is putting all its energy into building apps. This move comes after raising $60 million in 2024 to create onchain experiences. Their first app, Pyre, launches in July and int

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Bitcoin Slides Below $62k as AI and Rate Hikes Push Markets Down

June 25, 2026

Bitcoin is now trading around $61, 500, a sharp drop from its October record. The fall has taken over half of the token’s value and is spreading to companies that depend on crypto profits. The price fell past $61, 800 earlier in the week and even slipped below $60, 000 on June 5 – a level not see

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MemeToro’s New AI Token Lets Users Try Smart Tech Early

June 25, 2026

MemeToro has opened a pre‑sale for its new AI agent, giving people the chance to join a blockchain system that mixes artificial intelligence with decentralized apps. The $MT token will be the key currency for this network, letting users tap into AI tools, bet on predictions, stake coins, and use aut

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Crypto Market Holds Ground as Bears Keep Tighter Grip

June 25, 2026

Bitcoin stayed just above $62, 500 while ether hovered near $1, 665, but the market felt a heavy hand from sellers. The numbers show that traders are leaning more into short positions, especially in popular tokens like SOL and ETH. Even though the amount of SOL futures trading reached a record

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Crypto Prices Swirl as Big Bets and AI Stocks Stir the Market

June 25, 2026

Bitcoin fell to a low that it hasn’t seen since early June, dropping about 10% from its Monday high. The slide made a wave of liquidations across major crypto futures, sending roughly $1 billion worth of positions into cash. The most liquidated asset was Bitcoin, where long bets were forced to close

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Bitcoin’s Big Backer Hits Rough Patch as Stock Struggles

June 25, 2026

A major company that once rode Bitcoin’s wave to Wall Street fame is now facing a sharp drop in value. This firm, led by a well-known Bitcoin supporter, has seen its stock price fall nearly 80% from its peak. Over just five days, the decline deepened by another 20%, raising questions about its futur

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Behind the UK’s slow crypto growth: Rules set but few follow through

June 25, 2026

The UK wants to be known as a top spot for cryptocurrency innovation. But behind the scenes, rules don’t always turn into action. A former regulator who once shaped crypto policy explains it like this: big ideas for digital money often stay on paper because they take too long to put into place. Yea

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Digital Money Takes a Hit as Big Tech Stocks Stumble

June 25, 2026

Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Dogecoin slid lower this week, dragged down by a broader retreat in tech shares tied to semiconductors and AI. Bitcoin dropped to its weakest level since early 2023, briefly slipping under $60, 000 before clawing back to around $60, 700. That pullback was