Here is the latest fresh update from today's crypto news (June 15, 2025):
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📰 Latest Crypto News
1. Pompliano Ready to Lead ProCapBTC $750 Million to Buy Bitcoin
Crypto influencer Anthony Pompliano will become the CEO of a new entity called ProCapBTC, which plans to raise $750 million (a combination of equity & convertible debt) through a merger with SPAC Columbus Circle Capital 1 to buy Bitcoin in bulk, following the footsteps of Michael Saylor & Metaplanet.
2. Bitcoin Falls Below $103K
BTC briefly touched levels below $103,000 on June 13 after the Israel-Iran conflict triggered global risk-off, then slightly rebounded, but still reflects high sensitivity to geopolitics.
3. EU Allows Crypto Giants (Gemini, OKX, Crypto.com) to Operate Across 27 Countries
Two major companies, including Gemini, will obtain licenses under the EU's MiCA regulation, with Malta already approving several players and Luxembourg ready to issue licenses for Coinbase.
4. White House “Crypto Czar”: Stablecoin Legislation Nearing Senate
David Sacks, the “crypto & AI czar” at the White House, stated that Trump supports crypto, and stablecoin legislation is now nearing a vote in the Senate, while broader bills have entered the House of Representatives.
5. Coinbase Recruits David Plouffe for Political Influence
Coinbase has appointed David Plouffe (former 2024 campaign advisor) to the Global Advisory Council—signifying an increase in crypto's political power in both parties currently.
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🔍 Market & Technology Trend Highlights
Market Correction & DeFi Equity: SEC discussions on DeFi support Ethereum's rise, while total market cap drops ~3.1% to ±$3.41 trillion due to large liquidations.
Whale Movements & USDT Tron Liquidations: Whale wallets on Tron freeze >12 million USDT, sparking speculation, followed by $714 million in liquidations from 213k traders.
Memecoins with Potential: A few more memecoins are attracting attention — FARTCOIN, POPCAT, FLOKI bullish strategies, plus 5 others like neopepe ready to launch in mid-June.
