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Bitcoin and crypto markets dip as rising concerns over Middle East tensions and Trump’s unexpected actions stir uncertainty.

Wall Street's offensive knows no bounds. In less than a year, spot Bitcoin ETFs have captured a quarter of the global trading volumes of the flagship cryptocurrency. This spectacular breakthrough is reshuffling the cards between traditional finance and native crypto platforms, revealing a profound transformation in the sector.

Europe, once a pioneer in the regulation of cryptocurrencies, might soon become just a simple corridor traversed by innovation without ever holding onto it. While the United States and Asia are making concrete advances, the Old Continent is bogged down in caution. Catriona Kellas, legal officer at Franklin Templeton, pulls no punches: the EU risks being relegated to the status of a spectator, unable to compete with the dynamics of major rival powers.

Military tensions in the Middle East are entering a critical phase. While Israel intensifies its strikes against Iran, prediction markets are going wild. The likelihood of a U.S. strike is reaching unprecedented levels. This increase in volatility fuels fears of a regional conflagration, closely monitored by investors, particularly in the crypto ecosystem.

As the world enters a new zone of turbulence, with war in the Middle East, soaring energy prices, and monetary uncertainty, one anomaly persists: Bitcoin is not falling. It is rising. This is a striking paradox in a climate where traditional assets are wavering. Should this be seen as further proof of its transformation into a safe-haven asset? Or merely an illusion of stability fueled by market euphoria?

As the legal tug-of-war between the SEC and Ripple drags on, XRP refuses to give in to pessimism. On the contrary, the asset displays an astonishing vitality in the derivatives markets. This unexpected resilience raises an essential question: Is XRP preparing for a strategic turnaround, counter to the current regulatory climate?

Major crypto exchanges Coinbase and Gemini are close to securing licences to operate legally across the European Union (EU) under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. With these licences, they would join other global exchanges like Bybit, which gained approval from Austria’s Financial Market Authority in May.

While the planet burns, Dogecoin is buzzing! Inflated volume, flashing signals: the crypto joke could become serious again. Should we buy before it explodes?

CoinShares joins the growing list of firms filing for a Solana spot ETF as market interest builds.

Coinbase is introducing its first credit card, offering up to 4% back in bitcoin. The card is exclusive to U.S. Coinbase One members, with a new $4.99/month subscription tier. It launches this fall.

The American banking giant JP Morgan has just filed a mysterious trademark application called "JPMD" with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This initiative fuels speculation about a potential new stablecoin. But what is this discreet move really hiding?

While Ethereum churns and Bitcoin snoozes, Solana is carving its crypto path into company balance sheets. What if the future of decentralized finance is written in SOL letters?

With $1 billion invested, Strategy boosts its bitcoin yield to 19%. A profitable or dangerous strategy? Experts are questioning!

In crypto, trends move fast, and early access makes all the difference. For savvy investors looking to stay ahead of the curve, Kraken stands out as the exchange that consistently brings fresh, high-quality tokens to market, backed by transparency, security, and deep liquidity.

Driven by the promise of mining accessible from a smartphone, Pi Network had successfully mobilized a vast community. However, as volumes explode on centralized exchanges and official announcements struggle to convince, the project is going through an unstable period. Now, enthusiasm is giving way to doubts, fueled by opaque decisions and communication deemed disappointing. A strategic turning point seems inevitable, or else one of the most closely followed projects in the crypto sphere may disappear.

In a crypto market still marked by uncertainty, a subtle signal announces a trend reversal. XRP, long in the background, shows a sudden acceleration in its on-chain activity, with a 50% surge in payments in 24 hours. As the crypto stabilizes on a key technical support, some analysts mention the beginnings of a bullish reversal. Away from the limelight, Ripple seems to be awakening market attention.

Bitcoin, long confined to its role as a store of value, is beginning to explore new territories. With the rise of blockchains like Sui, a new era is dawning: one where BTC is no longer just a simple asset to hold, but becomes a true centerpiece of decentralized finance. A transformation as subtle as it is revolutionary, driven by the rise of what is already being called BTCfi.

As geopolitical tensions shake traditional markets, Bitcoin continues to demonstrate its resilience with remarkable cyclical performance. According to Glassnode, the leading cryptocurrency has shown a gain of 656% since 2022, a progression that draws the attention of analysts.

Despite a sluggish market, Ethereum rekindles interest on two major prediction platforms. Far from institutional analyses, it is thousands of anonymous traders injecting millions of dollars into a bet as bold as it is unexpected: seeing ETH climb to $6,000. This speculative resurgence, fueled by Polymarket and Kalshi, awakens interest around an asset whose trajectory seemed frozen. Behind these bets, a conviction persists: the major movements of Ethereum are not behind, but yet to come.

As tensions mount between Israel and Iran, Michael Saylor revives the machine. The co-founder of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), a fervent advocate of bitcoin, suggested this weekend a new massive purchase of BTC. This announcement comes in an explosive context, with targeted strikes in Tehran and risks of regional escalation. Against the grain of traditional markets, Saylor confirms his accumulation strategy, once again defying the logic of cycles and crises.

In a world where every geopolitical explosion shakes the financial markets, crypto seems strangely unflappable in the face of recent tensions between Israel and Iran. Yet, this apparent serenity may only be temporary. How long can greed, an irrational but powerful driver, keep the sector afloat?

The world is faltering, but Bitcoin holds strong. While missiles rain down in the Middle East and traditional markets hold their breath, an almost surreal dynamic is taking shape: investors are pouring billions into Bitcoin ETFs. Under normal circumstances, so-called "risky" assets flee at the slightest geopolitical tremor. But here, it's the opposite. It seems as if Bitcoin is in the process of changing its status: from speculative asset to emerging safe haven. This very real metamorphosis is rooted in a series of recent events that it would be reckless to ignore.

Seven giants align for Solana ETFs, the SEC plays the waiting game: suspense, thrills, and staking in the plush backrooms of the American regulatory temple. Stay tuned...

The announcement fell like a stone in a pond: Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG) has taken a decisive step. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved the registration of its financial agreement related to Bitcoin. This approval gives the company a free hand to integrate crypto into its cash strategy. And like its founder, the initiative is anything but timid.

And what if the greatest store of value of tomorrow was no longer backed by a state, but coded into a protocol? In a world plagued by inflation and soaring sovereign debt, Bitcoin is increasingly establishing itself as a credible alternative to U.S. Treasury bonds. Hunter Horsley, CEO of Bitwise, argues that this transition is no longer a marginal theory, but a fundamental trend driven by growing adoption and disenchantment with traditional safe havens.

Ethereum is beginning to show signs of renewed strength after a quiet stretch. Over the past week, the digital asset has risen more than 3%, despite a brief pullback in the last 24 hours. That short-term dip hasn’t dampened interest. In fact, recent data shows Ethereum may be setting the stage for a more sustained upward move.

As the crypto market desperately seeks direction, the U.S. Senate is set to lay the groundwork for a legal framework for stablecoins. The vote on June 17 could very well reshuffle the deck for both institutions and digital giants.

As Israel bombs, Iran fumes, and the markets stir, the old wolves of Bitcoin are shopping. Panic among traders, calm among strategists…