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Nakamoto sold about 600 BTC and related derivatives for roughly $48M in net proceeds, used $45M to repay debt, and the board authorized up to $25M in common stock repurchases.
Abstract: Nakamoto, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin treasury company, disclosed the sale of approximately 600 BTC and related derivatives for about $48 million in net proceeds, used to repay $45 million of debt. The board also authorized up to $25 million for common stock repurchases, signaling continued liquidity management.

Bitcoin mining difficulty fell 10.09% over the weekend to 124.93 trillion from 138.96 trillion, the 11th-largest downward move in network history; Hashprice Index reported spot hashprice at $32.31 on Sunday.
This note reports a 10.09% weekend decline in Bitcoin mining difficulty, one of the largest drops on record, with a spot hashprice of $32.31 on Sunday.

NEAR Protocol launched NEAR@3.33, an incentive program tied to network growth and price targets. The protocol also unveiled plans for its first token distribution, called Drop 1.

SpaceX's $75B IPO drew over $350B in orders and set a record for funds raised; underwriting fees totaled about $500M (≈0.7%), with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley each taking roughly $100M.
Abstract: SpaceX's $75 billion initial public offering attracted more than $350 billion in orders, setting a new record for money raised. Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley led the deal, earning about $100 million each from underwriting fees, with total fees around $500 million.

BPI and The Clearing House urged U.S. regulators to address AML gaps in stablecoin secondary markets. The groups said illicit finance often occurs after stablecoins leave the issuer.

Abstract: The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) has launched a public ad campaign opposing a stablecoin reward provision in the Clarity Act. The provision is under review by the Senate Banking Committee. Banks argue that stablecoin rewards could lure retail deposits into the cryptocurrency market, increasing risk to traditional banking.
Summary: ICBA launches a public ad campaign against a Clarity Act provision on stablecoin rewards; the Senate Banking Committee is reviewing it, as banks warn rewards could siphon retail deposits into the crypto market.

Michael Saylor said fierce competition is weakening the monetary premium that altcoins once held. Saylor said altcoin value will depend on actual utility rather than monetary properties.

Bitcoin mining difficulty is projected to fall 10.3% in the next adjustment. The drop would be the largest since 2021 and the 11th largest downward adjustment in Bitcoin history.

Shayan Markets said Bitcoin could retest $60,000 or fall below it if Bitcoin fails to reclaim $65,000–$66,500. The analyst said Bitcoin recovery remains weak and lacks bullish momentum.

Abstract: The report highlights a group that pre-purchased 95% of WCUP before launch; influencer promotions with undisclosed paid promotions helped lift hype to a $50M market cap; no verifiable on-chain link to the development team was found.
Summary: Bubblemaps reports a group pre-purchased 95% of WCUP before launch, influencer-driven hype with undisclosed paid promos, and no on-chain link to the development team.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a crypto regulation bill for the third time. The bill would have regulated Poland's virtual asset market and implemented MiCA. The Polish parliament passed the legislation last May after debate over supervision. Nawrocki said his previous amendment requests

Bitcoin could fall to about $48,215 if a historical Fibonacci retracement pattern holds. The analysis says Bitcoin is near $64,000 after peaking above $126,000 earlier this year.

Reve 2.0 ranked second on Arena's text-to-image leaderboard, behind GPT Image 2 and ahead of Nano Banana 2, with a structured layout and 4K native rendering.
Abstract: Reve 2.0 places second on Arena's text-to-image leaderboard, behind GPT Image 2 and ahead of Nano Banana 2, and renders at native 4K after constructing a structured layout.

Geoff Kendrick of Standard Chartered says crypto prices likely hit cycle bottom with Bitcoin around $59k, citing Strategy purchase reporting, positive Bitcoin ETF inflows, and lower oil prices as confirming signals.
Abstract: Standard Chartered analyst Geoff Kendrick suggests crypto prices have likely formed a cycle bottom, with Bitcoin near $59,000, supported by Strategy purchase reporting, positive Bitcoin ETF inflows, and lower oil prices.

Michael Saylor unveiled CEBE BPS and Amplification as new MicroStrategy Bitcoin treasury metrics (845,256 BTC), not in filings; critics say they do not resolve leverage, dilution, or preferred-share obligations.

EIP-8182 was included as a candidate for the Hegota hard fork upgrade. Tom Lehman proposed the Ethereum privacy transfer proposal.

Armstrong says Coinbase handles nearly $1 trillion in stablecoin transfers annually, with about $20 billion in USDC on the platform and over 160 million x402 agentic payments in the past year.
Abstract: This brief note highlights Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong's figures: roughly $1 trillion in annual stablecoin movements, about $20 billion in USDC held on the platform, and more than 160 million x402 agentic payments in the last year.

The Pentagon was placed on lockdown after a hazardous materials incident. Personnel on multiple floors were evacuated, and firefighters arrived at the scene.

ICBA warns of digital asset risks and targets Clarity Act language on stablecoin rewards; banks fear deposit loss, while crypto firms worry about stifled innovation as the Senate advances the bill toward a floor vote.
ICBA's campaign highlights perceived risks in digital assets and critiques the Clarity Act's language on stablecoin rewards. Banks argue that such rewards could drain deposits from traditional banks, while crypto firms counter that restrictions would impede innovation. The Senate Banking Committee advanced its version of the Clarity Act in May, moving the bill toward a full Senate floor vote.