$4 billion gone. Spot bitcoin ETFs are on track for their worst month on record
Investors have pulled out $4 billion from the U.S.-listed spot bitcoin ETFs in June, the highest outflow on record.
Day: June 29, 2026
Global oil prices fall to pre-Iran war levels as demand weakens and Strait of Hormuz reopens
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and weakened demand may stabilize oil prices, impacting global markets and investor risk strategies. The post Global oil prices fall to pre-Iran war levels as demand weakens and Strait of Hormuz reopens appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Dubai crypto market hits 50 licensed firms after new VARA approval
The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), Dubai’s crypto regulator, has granted its 50th virtual asset service provider (VASP) license.On Monday, VARA said its latest approval went to tokenized assets platform Tribe Tokenisation FZE.The milestone provides one measure of the growth of Dubai’s crypto licensing regime, though license totals alone do not show how many firms are operational or the level of business they generate. A VARA spokesperson told Cointelegraph that holding an active license does not necessarily mean a firm has completed its commercial launch. Newly licensed companies may go through a controlled operationalization period before offering services or onboarding customers.Related: Senate Dems urge probe into $500M crypto deal between Trumps, UAEAt the end of 2025, VARA classified 39 licensed VASPs as fully operational. The spokesperson said the regulator is validating an updated figure for 2026.Dubai’s bid to attract crypto firmsDubai has spent the past several years positioning itself as a global hub for digital asset businesses. As part of that effort, the emirate established VARA in March 2022 as a dedicated crypto regulator and has sought to attract crypto businesses through a standalone licensing framework.Against that backdrop, Dubai’s 50 licensed VASPs exceed the totals reported in Hong Kong and Singapore, two other jurisdictions competing to attract regulated crypto businesses. Each jurisdiction licenses different types of crypto businesses, meaning the headline totals do not represent identical categories of firms.As of Friday, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) listed 37 major payment institutions (MPI) authorized to provide digital payment token (DPT) services. Singapore regulates DPT services within its broader payments regime rather than through a standalone VASP regulator like VARA. List of licensed virtual asset trading platforms in Hong Kong. Source: SFCHong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has listed 13 formally licensed virtual asset trading platforms. The count is narrower because the regime is specifically limited to platform operators.The VARA spokesperson attributed Dubai’s market growth to its activity-based regulatory framework and broader financial ecosystem, and said the regulator also considers transaction volumes, assets under management, employment and audited financial data when assessing market activity.Magazine: Japanese pension fund tips 1% in crypto, G7 urges action on NK hackers: Asia Express
FARTCOIN Attracts Interest as Meme Coins Resurge — What This Means for Investors
The crypto market just witnessed a surge of interest in meme coins, particularly FARTCOIN. As traders increasingly explore potential gains in this space, Altcoin Sherpa has pointed out that coins like FARTCOIN can see significant price movements with relatively little capital. This commentary highlights the evolving dynamics within the meme coin sector, inviting further scrutiny […]
South Korea football coach resigns as president calls for probe into World Cup loss
The investigation into South Korea’s World Cup exit could lead to significant reforms in the KFA, impacting future governance and leadership. The post South Korea football coach resigns as president calls for probe into World Cup loss appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
dYdX Draws Interest as Traders Eye Upcoming News — What This Means for Sentiment
The crypto market just witnessed a sharp move as traders began to focus on dYdX. Altcoin Sherpa highlighted potential shorts for dYdX, indicating that traders are anticipating significant news that could affect market dynamics. This kind of sentiment can lead to increased trading activity, particularly if any announcements are made soon, as noted in this […]
Kai Havertz eager for first World Cup knockout match as Germany advance
Havertz’s first World Cup knockout match symbolizes a redemption arc for Germany, offering strategic squad management opportunities for future success. The post Kai Havertz eager for first World Cup knockout match as Germany advance appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Aramco helicopter crashes in Ras Tanura, killing all 14 aboard
The crash underscores the vulnerability of critical infrastructure in geopolitically sensitive regions, impacting operational stability and security. The post Aramco helicopter crashes in Ras Tanura, killing all 14 aboard appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Altcoin Sherpa Warns of Market Stagnation Amid Limited Trading Activity — What It Means for Investors
Altcoin Sherpa recently expressed concerns about the current state of the cryptocurrency market, highlighting the necessity for outside investment to stimulate growth. In a tweet dated June 28, 2026, Sherpa noted that existing trading activity is largely confined to a small number of on-chain traders, suggesting a stagnant environment without fresh capital infusion. This analysis […]
Privacy Chains Face Compliance Gap as Stablecoin Freezes Grow Complex
Privacy-focused blockchain networks are drawing scrutiny as stablecoin issuers confront a difficult compliance problem: how to carry out court-ordered freezes without sweeping legitimate users into enforcement actions. Privacy Chains Face a Compliance Challenge Stablecoin freezes are bringing a core limitation of some privacy-focused blockchain systems into sharper view. Issuers may be required to isolate illicit […]
