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Cryptocurrency companies have contributed $189 million to influence the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, making the sector the largest corporate source of election funding, according to a new report. This spending already exceeds the industry's total from the 2024 election cycle.
Crypto platform Utorg has received full authorization under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. The license comes as the July 1 deadline forces many unauthorized crypto service providers to exit or restrict operations in the European market.
Valle Capital Token (VCT) has announced a new blockchain-based ecosystem on the BNB Smart Chain designed to connect digital capital with Brazilian agribusiness and commodity exports through the tokenization of real-world assets.
Cryptocurrency exchange BTCC has reported a significant increase in futures trading volume on days preceding Argentina's World Cup matches. The surge is attributed to a promotional campaign offering volume boosts as part of its regional partnership with the Argentine Football Association.
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has launched its "Fiat & Pay Summer Splash" campaign, offering a share of a 25,000 USDT prize pool to eligible users. The promotion rewards participants for completing qualifying fiat deposits and transactions with Bybit Pay until July 15, 2026.
Bitcoin's price rose nearly 4% on Wednesday, reclaiming a key psychological level one day after concluding a quarter with a 14% loss. The recovery comes amid persistent headwinds from expectations of higher interest rates and significant outflows from cryptocurrency investment funds.
Liquid Mercury announced its MERC crypto-asset white paper has been added to the ESMA MiCA register, fulfilling key disclosure requirements. The move makes the MERC token eligible for admission to trading on regulated platforms across the European Union.
Global blockchain technology firm BTSE Group has announced the launch of BTSE Indonesia, a regulated digital asset exchange, through a joint venture with PT Aset Kripto Internasional. The move marks the company's entry into one of Asia's most rapidly expanding cryptocurrency markets.
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has launched its virtual Bybit Card in Peru, allowing users to spend funds from their accounts in local and foreign currencies. The launch is part of the company's expansion in Latin America and includes promotional rewards for new cardholders.
