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Uniswap network activity surges as whale transactions hit 7-month high
Uniswap's surge in whale transactions and active addresses signals growing institutional interest, potentially driving long-term market shifts. Uniswap network activity surges as whale transactions hit 7-month high.
Bitcoin Range-Bound Near $65K as $65,800 Resistance Caps Upside
Bitcoin (BTC) is settling into a new trading range after failing to hold recent highs near $67,000, with market participants increasingly focused on a dense ‘sell wall' around $65,800 and emerging support in the mid-$64,000s. The shift suggests short-term equilibrium rather than a clear directional breakout, as liquidity concentrates between well-defined resistance overhead and a growing base of bids below.
Gold, Bitcoin, And The New Safe-Haven Playbook
The Iran conflict that began on February 27, 2026, provided what analysts called a "real-time stress test" for the safe-haven claims of both gold and Bitcoin — and the results were not what the crypto community was hoping for. In the first 48 hours of the conflict, gold surged 5.2%.
AAAU HF Sinclair: Attractive As Iran Benefits Will Persist After The War (Upgrade)
HF Sinclair is upgraded to "Buy" as audit concerns are resolved and macro tailwinds drive strong performance. Refining margins remain elevated due to supply disruptions, supporting outsized free cash flow and earnings through at least 2027. DINO's robust balance sheet, accelerating buybacks, and secure 3% dividend enhance shareholder returns amid sector cyclicality.
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Malaysia Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Malaysia Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data
Yield Basis Deposits Jump 120% in 2 Weeks as Investors Seek BTC Yield Without Selling
Yield Basis says deposits into its new Hybrid Vaults rose more than 120% in under two weeks, signaling demand for strategies that let investors earn yield while keeping crypto exposure. The protocol is targeting one of DeFi's long-running problems: liquidity providers falling behind simple holders during sharp price moves.
AUD/USD Price Forecast: Eyes 0.7050 on weaker USD; 100-day SMA holds the key for bulls
AUD/USD Price Forecast: Eyes 0.7050 on weaker USD; 100-day SMA holds the key for bulls
USD/JPY Hits Two-Year High as Hawkish Fed Revives Rate Hike Bets
USD/JPY surged to a fresh two-year high after the Federal Reserve delivered a significantly more hawkish message than markets had anticipated, reviving expectations that US interest rates could rise again before year-end. While the Fed left the federal funds rate unchanged at 3.50%-3.75% as widely expected, the updated projections painted a much more inflation-focused picture.
Ethereum Options Signal Split Sentiment as Calls Dominate Open Interest
Ethereum (ETH) options positioning sent mixed signals heading into midweek trading, with open interest still tilted toward 'calls' even as 24-hour activity flipped marginally in favor of 'puts'—a divergence that often points to near-term hedging demand alongside a still-constructive medium-term stance. As of Wednesday 01:00 UTC, data compiled by CoinGlass showed total Ethereum options open interest (OI) at approximately $6.07 billion, down 0.16% from about $6.08 billion the previous day.
Cardano Van Rossem Upgrade Moves Closer To Mainnet As Governance Phase Advances
Cardano's Van Rossem upgrade is moving through governance and readiness steps, keeping ADA traders focused on mainnet execution risk.
Bitcoin spot ETFs see $82M in outflows as Fidelity's FBTC bucks the trend
The contrasting ETF flows highlight the volatility and shifting investor confidence in crypto markets, impacting institutional adoption strategies. Bitcoin spot ETFs see $82M in outflows as Fidelity's FBTC bucks the trend.
Legacy Housing Continues To Stand Out, Cheap Enough To Buy
Legacy Housing Corporation remains a soft "Buy" as its affordable homes gain appeal amid persistent housing affordability gaps. LEGH's Q1 2026 saw revenue dip to $34.4 million, but net income rose to $10.9 million and EBITDA to $13.1 million, reflecting improved profitability. Management's channel shift toward direct sales and strong nontraditional demand (e.g., data centers, oilfields) supports optimism despite weak traditional housing markets.
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Strategy's STRC preferred stock slides 11% below par as Bitcoin treasury model faces market skepticism
STRC, Strategy's variable-rate perpetual preferred stock, ended at $89.15 per share on June 17, more than 11% below its $100 par value. The drop has raised fresh questions about investor appetite for Bitcoin-backed yield instruments.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD rises above $69.00, but stays constrained below 100-day SMA
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD rises above $69.00, but stays constrained below 100-day SMA
F1 sponsorship could give BYD lower-risk route to global recognition
Electric vehicle giant BYD is interested in getting involved with the Formula One motor racing circuit as it aims to boost its brand outside its home market of China, where it already has a strong foothold.
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Iran war fuel spikes lift Europe's EV sales again, but growth may not last
Rising fuel prices driven by the Iran war are boosting demand for new and used electric vehicles across Europe, industry data shared with Reuters shows, though some executives warn interest could fade if petrol costs fall.
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From Hollywood to Crypto: A Major Celebrity Heads to Ripple Swell
The acclaimed Hollywood actor and philanthropist, Matt Damon, has been confirmed as one of the keynote speakers for the upcoming Ripple Swell technology event, which will take place from October 27 to 29 in New York City. The co-founder of the non-profit organization Water.
Enbridge: 181% Coverage, AI Data Center Catalyst, 5% Yield
Enbridge is a premier North American energy infrastructure operator, expanding its pipeline and utility footprint with robust organic growth and acquisitions. ENB's EBITDA and distributable cash flow are projected to reach record highs in 2026, supporting a compelling case to buy the recent dip. Despite trading at a 14.0X EV/EBITDA ratio, ENB's 31-year track record of growing distributions and strong dividend coverage (181%) underpin its investment appeal.
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Gold retakes $4,300 as US‑Iran peace deal weighs on USD after hawkish Fed
Gold retakes $4,300 as US‑Iran peace deal weighs on USD after hawkish Fed
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (OCUL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript
Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. (OCUL) Analyst/Investor Day Transcript
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Google Gemini co-lead Noam Shazeer leaves for OpenAI
Google's vice president of engineering and a co-lead of its Gemini AI models announced Wednesday he is leaving the company to join OpenAI. In August 2024, Google brought back Shazeer and fellow researcher Daniel De Freitas to its DeepMind AI unit.
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TEI: Riskier Local Currency Emerging Market Sovereign Debt Play
Templeton Emerging Markets Income Fund targets sovereign debt in smaller emerging markets, offering a circa 9% yield. TEI has returned approximately 7% per annum since inception, with strong performance over the past three years. Emerging market central banks have managed inflation risks well, maintaining positive real yields and lower debt-to-GDP ratios (~60%) versus developed markets.
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McDonald's: Modest P/E, Healthy Dividend, And Value Meals Driving Comps Growth
McDonald's demonstrates resilience amid macro headwinds, outperforming chain restaurant peers despite a ~15% YTD decline from its peak. I reiterate my buy rating as MCD offers compelling value at 21.9x FY26 P/E and 20.0x FY27 P/E, now at the lower end of peer valuations. Dividend strength is evident, with a 2.6% yield and a decade of consistent growth, positioning MCD as a viable alternative to cash.
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Three must-own dividend stocks irrespective of the broader market trajectory
Wall Street's careening trajectory has left investors grappling with a highly volatile macro climate. Despite brief relief from a tentative US-Iran ceasefire, the Federal Reserve's latest Summary of Economic Projections paints a hawkish picture – slashing GDP expectations while projecting sticky PCE inflation at 3.6%.
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Essential Properties: Priced At A Premium To Net Asset Value
Essential Property Realty Trust remains a hold as current valuation offers insufficient margin of safety despite recent credit rating upgrades. EPRT's business model targets higher cap rates from non-investment grade, middle-market tenants, trading off higher risk for AFFO growth outperformance. Valuation using NAVPS and WACC methodology shows EPRT is 6.22% overvalued relative to its current share price, indicating efficient market pricing.
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German industry employment falls to ten-year low, study shows
The number of people employed in German industry in 2025 fell to a 10-year low of just 6.6 million workers, a study by the German Economic Institute (IW) showed on Thursday.
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USD/CHF forecast ahead of the SNB interest rate decision today (June 18)
The USD/CHF exchange rate rose modestly after the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, with investors now turning their attention to the Swiss National Bank's upcoming monetary policy decision. It was trading at 0.7988, up slightly from this week's low of 0.7900.
Bittensor's ‘Root Reborn' Could Turn Validators Into On-Chain Fund Managers
Nature of the change: The proposed governance code modifies the automatic liquidation of rewards into an accumulation strategy. Mobilized capital: The Bittensor network emits approximately 7,200 TAO tokens daily, valued at more than $1.8 million. Development status: The initiative remains in the testing phase within GitHub and faces technical reviews due to bottlenecks.
A Google veteran who founded Character.AI is jumping to OpenAI
Noam Shazeer is leaving Google to join OpenAI as competition for AI talent intensifies. Shazeer is a Google veteran and the founder of chatbot startup Character.AI.
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XRP Faces Defining Moment as Leverage Reaches 2026 Peak
The estimated leverage for XRP on the Binance platform has recorded a rise, reaching an approximate value of 0.1899. Active addresses on the blockchain network remain stalled in a steady band close to 28,300 users. The cryptocurrency's social volume recorded a sharp rebound at the end of May and early June.
