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According to PANews, Bitcoin has recently fallen below the $105,000 mark, with the latest trading price reported at $104,981.50 per coin. Despite this decline, the cryptocurrency has seen a modest daily increase of 0.14%.

According to Odaily, Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) are aiming to reach a settlement after nearly five years of litigation. Both parties are attempting to persuade Judge Analisa Torres to amend her ruling, lift the injunction against Ripple, and reduce the $125 million fine to $50 million, citing 'special circumstances' as justification for the request. Cryptocurrency lawyer John Deaton estimates a 70% chance that Judge Torres will approve a victory for Ripple. He suggests that the judge may prefer to issue a final judgment rather than initiate another round of litigation.

According to PANews, Joseph Robin, founder of Consensys and co-founder of Ethereum, addressed community concerns about his recent frequent discussions on Ethereum (ETH). Robin explained that his previous reticence was due to advice from former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Gary Gensler, who recommended against public discussions. Additionally, regulatory scrutiny of Ethereum and the decentralized ecosystem contributed to his earlier silence. However, Robin noted that the regulatory environment in the United States has improved, allowing for more open dialogue. He emphasized his commitment to transparency and encouraged the community to express concerns about Ethereum, Consensys, and decentralized protocols to collaboratively address issues.

The global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.26T, down by 0.21% over the last day, according to CoinMarketCap data.Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $104,300 and $106,129 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $104,928, down by 0.08%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include T, THE, and ARPA, up by 27%, 9%, and 9%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Hong Kong Advances Stablecoin Development with New RegulationsFederal Reserve Expected to Maintain Interest Rates in JuneAI-Powered Crypto Startup TrueNorth Secures $1 Million in Angel FundingCircle CEO Highlights Stablecoins as Highly Effective CurrencyBitcoin's Growing Role in Investment Portfolios, Says Coatue Management FounderAmazon Secures Nuclear Energy Deal for Pennsylvania Data CentersEU Commission President Discusses Geopolitical Tensions with U.S. President TrumpBrazil Implements New Tax Policy on Cryptocurrency ProfitsGlobal Markets React to Escalating Middle East TensionsBitcoin Rebounds as Young Investors Show Renewed ConfidenceMarket movers:ETH: $2513.24 (-0.68%)XRP: $2.1598 (-0.33%)BNB: $646.22 (-0.56%)SOL: $144.78 (-0.42%)DOGE: $0.17437 (-1.22%)TRX: $0.2717 (+1.00%)ADA: $0.6232 (-1.69%)WBTC: $104931.72 (-0.04%)TRUMP: $9.92 (-2.84%)SUI: $2.9561 (-1.89%)

According to PANews, Whale Alert has reported the freezing of an address on the Tron blockchain holding 12,369,162 USDT. Details surrounding the reason for the freeze have not been disclosed.

On Jun 15, 2025, 09:11 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 105,000 USDT and is now trading at 104,952.3125 USDT, with a narrowed 0.05% decrease in 24 hours.

According to the announcement from Binance, the platform is set to launch the SynFutures Trading Competition on Binance Alpha, offering participants the chance to earn exclusive token rewards. The competition will run from 2025-06-15 08:00 (UTC) to 2025-06-29 08:00 (UTC). Participants can trade F tokens using their Binance Wallet (Keyless) or via Binance Alpha to qualify for the rewards. The competition is open to all users eligible to trade Binance Alpha tokens. Participants will be ranked based on their total purchase volume of F tokens during the promotion period. The top 6,940 users will share a total of 49,274,000 F tokens, with each receiving 7,100 F tokens. Only trades executed through Binance Wallet (Keyless) or Binance Alpha will be considered, and third-party dApp transactions are excluded. The competition focuses solely on cumulative purchases, with selling transactions not counting towards the ranking. There are no volume caps, allowing participants to trade without restrictions. However, transactions related to token bridging are not eligible. To participate, users must update their Binance App to the latest version, create and back up a Binance Wallet (Keyless), and trade F tokens during the promotion period. After the competition ends, rankings will be automatically calculated, and eligible winners will receive their rewards in their Binance Alpha accounts by 2025-07-13 16:00:00 (UTC). Binance reserves the right to disqualify participants involved in dishonest behavior or those who tamper with the program code. The platform may also amend the competition terms at its discretion. Users are advised to review the Binance Wallet Terms of Use and conduct their own research before participating.

According to Foresight News, the LayerZero Foundation has announced the commencement of its second fee conversion referendum on June 20. ZRO token holders will vote on whether to activate the LayerZero protocol fees. A 'yes' vote will activate the fees, while a 'no' vote will keep them inactive. If activated, each LayerZero message will incur a protocol fee, which will be used to purchase and burn ZRO tokens. LayerZero noted that due to the overwhelming support in the first referendum, the quorum has been reduced. Only holders of circulating ZRO tokens, totaling 109 million, are eligible to vote, with a quorum set at 50.40%. If this threshold is surpassed, the majority vote will prevail. Voting will utilize the entire ZRO balance from a single chain. The voting period will conclude on June 27, 2025, and the next referendum is scheduled for six months later.

According to BlockBeats, data from Coinglass reveals that the funding rates of major centralized and decentralized exchanges are gradually returning to neutral. This trend is observed across key cryptocurrencies, as indicated by the current funding rates. Funding rates are fees set by cryptocurrency trading platforms to maintain balance between contract prices and the prices of underlying assets, typically applied to perpetual contracts. This mechanism facilitates the exchange of funds between long and short traders, without the platform charging this fee, to adjust the cost or profit of holding contracts, ensuring contract prices remain close to the asset prices. A funding rate of 0.01% signifies a baseline rate. When the rate exceeds 0.01%, it indicates a bullish market sentiment. Conversely, a rate below 0.005% suggests a bearish market outlook.

According to PANews, recent reports by Chainalysis and AUSTRAC reveal a significant increase in cryptocurrency remittances to Latin America, with a nearly 40% rise in users sending digital currencies to the region. The reports highlight that cryptocurrency ATMs can streamline the remittance process by reducing intermediaries, allowing users with limited financial literacy to conduct transactions through physical interactions. As stablecoins gain mainstream acceptance, there is potential for further growth in this sector. Globally, there are over 38,000 cryptocurrency ATMs, with the United States accounting for more than 30,000 of these machines. Data from Coin ATM Radar indicates that Mexico, Puerto Rico, Panama, Colombia, and Argentina are the Latin American countries with the highest number of cryptocurrency ATMs, excluding El Salvador, which has over 200 ATMs.

According to PANews, Bitcoin prices have recovered from a sell-off triggered by events in the Middle East, as young investors express increased long-term confidence in its global appeal. Jeff Park, a portfolio manager at Bitwise Asset Management, noted that young investors are now aiming to "hold a full Bitcoin" as a new wealth goal, replacing traditional property investments.

According to BlockBeats, Hong Kong's Financial Secretary, Paul Chan, highlighted the impact of digital asset growth on financial institutions in his recent essay, "Accelerating Progress and Steady Sailing." Last year, local banks in Hong Kong saw digital asset and related product transactions reach a total of HKD 17.2 billion, with digital assets under bank custody amounting to HKD 5.1 billion by the end of the year.The "Stablecoin Ordinance" has been passed by the Legislative Council and will take effect on August 1. This move aims to cautiously advance the development of stablecoins, offering a new paradigm for the global stablecoin market. It also reflects the dual functions of a firewall and testing ground under the "one country, two systems" framework, providing valuable experience and reference for national financial development.Hong Kong has adopted a more open approach, allowing licensed issuers to choose different fiat currencies as the anchor currency for issuing stablecoins. This strategy is expected to attract more global institutions to issue stablecoins in Hong Kong based on practical application scenarios, significantly enhancing the liquidity of related activities and the competitiveness of the Hong Kong market.

According to BlockBeats, data from CME's FedWatch indicates that there is a 0.4% probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points at the upcoming FOMC meeting, scheduled for June 19 at 2 a.m. UTC+8. The likelihood of rates remaining unchanged stands at 99.6%.Looking ahead to July, the probability of a cumulative 50 basis point rate cut is 0.1%, while the chance of a 25 basis point reduction is 23%. The probability of maintaining the current rates is 76.9%.

According to PANews, AI-driven crypto startup TrueNorth has raised $1 million in a strategic angel funding round. The investment was supported by notable figures including Bryan Pellegrino from LayerZero, Jeff Feng from SEI, and Jordi Alexander from Selini Capital. TrueNorth aims to develop a highly personalized digital asset discovery platform. Currently in closed testing, the platform utilizes autonomous agents to monitor blockchain activities, social media, and macroeconomic indicators, generating high-signal investment tips tailored for individual users.

According to PANews, Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire recently emphasized on the X platform that stablecoins represent the most effective form of currency ever created. He noted that the industry has not yet reached its 'iPhone moment,' a time when developers worldwide will recognize the power and opportunities of programmable digital currency on the internet, akin to the realization of programmable mobile devices. Allaire expressed confidence that this moment is approaching soon.

On Jun 15, 2025, 05:59 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has crossed the 106,000 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 106,065.992188 USDT, with a narrowed 0.73% increase in 24 hours.

On Jun 15, 2025, 05:46 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has crossed the 650 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 650.130005 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 0.33% decrease in 24 hours.

According to BlockBeats, OnchainLens has reported that a significant transaction involving a whale occurred, where 15.15 million ENA tokens, valued at $4.48 million, were transferred from a centralized exchange.

According to PANews, the cryptocurrency market experienced varied movements on June 15, with several tokens showing notable gains and losses. Among the top gainers, RPL is currently priced at $6.408, marking a 7.00% increase. UNI follows with a price of $7.357, up by 2.32%. ENJ is trading at $0.0682, reflecting a 2.08% rise, while LINK is at $13.217, up by 1.68%. MINA rounds out the top gainers with a price of $0.184, increasing by 1.65%. Conversely, several tokens have experienced declines. HBAR is priced at $0.153, showing a decrease of 2.40%. APE is trading at $0.674, down by 1.84%. LUNC is currently at $0.0000592, reflecting a 1.41% drop. ICP is priced at $5.455, marking a 1.37% decrease, and ZK is at $0.0513, down by 1.23%.

According to Odaily, Philippe Laffont, founder of Coatue Management, has observed a shift in Bitcoin's market dynamics. Initially hesitant due to its high volatility, Laffont now sees Bitcoin maturing with the involvement of institutional investors. He highlights that as Bitcoin's volatility decreases and market awareness increases, its significance in investment portfolios is expected to grow, potentially becoming a core asset.