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According to PANews, over the past 24 hours, a total of 243,402 individuals worldwide experienced liquidations, amounting to $1.015 billion. Of this total, long positions accounted for $905 million, while short positions contributed $110 million.

According to CoinMarketCap data, the global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.14T, down by 2.39% over the last 24 hours.Bitcoin (BTC) has been trading between $100,838 and $103,983 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $102,345, down by 1.35%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading lower. Market outperformers include GNS, BANANAS31, and DATA, up by 44%, 30%, and 19%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Ethereum Staking Reaches Record High with Over 35 Million ETHEl Salvador Increases Bitcoin Holdings by Eight CoinsThailand Approves Three Virtual Banks to Boost Financial InnovationTexas Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve with New LegislationSEC Chair Considers New Framework for Digital Asset CustodyHong Kong Sees Significant Growth in Registered Funds and Web3 Development Bitcoin Adoption Gains Momentum in France Amid Strategic Discussions ARK Invest Intensifies Sale of Circle Shares, Generating Significant Revenue Key U.S. Economic Events Scheduled for Next Week U.S. and EU Near Agreement on Non-Tariff Trade IssuesMarket movers:ETH: $2254.46 (-7.51%)XRP: $2.0542 (-3.87%)BNB: $630.47 (-1.52%)SOL: $133.53 (-5.55%)TRX: $0.2716 (-1.09%)DOGE: $0.15527 (-5.09%)ADA: $0.5424 (-7.25%)WBTC: $102300.88 (-1.36%)BCH: $465.1 (-0.39%)TRUMP: $8.62 (-7.11%)

According to BlockBeats, recent data from Coinglass reveals notable movements in the cryptocurrency market over the past 24 hours. The net inflow of funds into various cryptocurrencies has been substantial, with USDT leading the inflow list at $12.43 million. Other cryptocurrencies such as SNT, ATH, ARB, and APT also experienced significant inflows, amounting to $5.79 million, $4.38 million, $4 million, and $3.77 million respectively. Conversely, the market witnessed considerable outflows, particularly in major cryptocurrencies. Bitcoin (BTC) saw a net outflow of $227 million, while Ethereum (ETH) experienced a $151 million outflow. USDC, SOL, and DOGE also faced net outflows of $92.72 million, $73.93 million, and $26.78 million respectively. These figures highlight the dynamic nature of the cryptocurrency market, with substantial shifts in capital flows impacting various digital assets.

According to BlockBeats, several significant macroeconomic events are set to occur in the United States next week.On Monday at 22:00 UTC+8, Federal Reserve Governor Bowman will deliver a speech on monetary policy and the banking sector.On Tuesday at 22:00 UTC+8, U.S. President Donald Trump will oversee Federal Reserve Chair Powell as he presents the semi-annual monetary policy report to the House Financial Services Committee.On Wednesday at 00:30 UTC+8, FOMC permanent voting member and New York Fed President Williams will give a speech.Later on Wednesday at 22:00 UTC+8, Chair Powell will again testify before the House Financial Services Committee regarding the semi-annual monetary policy report.On Thursday at 20:30 UTC+8, the initial jobless claims for the week ending June 21 will be released, with the previous figure recorded at 245,000.On Friday at 20:30 UTC+8, the annual rate of the U.S. core PCE price index for May is expected, with forecasts at 2.60% compared to the previous 2.50%.Finally, at 22:00 UTC+8 on Friday, the final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index for June will be announced, with the prior value at 60.5.

According to CoinMarketCap data, the global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.21T, down by 2.24% over the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) traded between $102,345 and $106,172 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $103,750, down by 1.96%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include FUN, SEI, and USTC, up by 43%, 9%, and 8%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Expresses Strong Support for BitcoinCrypto Market Trends Resemble 2017, Suggests Extended CycleU.S. Commerce Secretary Criticizes Federal Reserve's Interest Rate PolicyFederal Reserve Report Highlights Inflation and Employment TrendsBitcoin Supply Cluster Indicates Key Threshold for Market TrendsFederal Reserve's Waller Advocates for Rate Cuts Amid Economic Concerns Aditxt, Inc. Incorporates Digital Asset Strategy in S-1 Filing Texas Governor Approves Bill to Protect State Bitcoin Reserves San Francisco Fed President Daly Hints at Possible Rate Cut in Fall Crypto ETFs Near Approval as SEC Signals Pro-Crypto ShiftMarket movers:ETH: $2437.53 (-4.32%)XRP: $2.1371 (-1.34%)BNB: $640.18 (-1.28%)SOL: $141.38 (-4.07%)DOGE: $0.1636 (-3.78%)TRX: $0.2745 (+0.22%)ADA: $0.5849 (-2.65%)WBTC: $103713.07 (-1.95%)TRUMP: $9.29 (-0.64%)BCH: $467 (-4.91%)

According to Foresight News, Metaplanet's CEO announced on X that the company achieved a trading volume of 6.7 million shares by the close of trading, with a transaction value of approximately 12 billion yen.

According to Foresight News, TikTok's official policy account on X has refuted claims regarding its ownership acquiring TRUMP coin. The denial comes in response to accusations made by California Democratic Representative Brad Sherman. Sherman had previously alleged that TikTok's Chinese owner announced a $300 million purchase of TRUMP coin.

According to Odaily, the total value locked (TVL) in the JUST DeFi protocol on the TRON blockchain has reached $9.26 billion. This milestone underscores its strategic importance as a core DeFi infrastructure within the TRON ecosystem. As a leading DeFi protocol on TRON, JUST is committed to continuous innovation and upgrades. The protocol aims to enhance cross-chain asset exchanges and smart staking and lending services, striving to provide users with a safer and more efficient one-stop DeFi solution.

According to CoinMarketCap data, the global cryptocurrency market cap now stands at $3.28T, up by 0.66% over the last 24 hours. Bitcoin (BTC) traded between $103,929 and $106,525 over the past 24 hours. As of 09:30 AM (UTC) today, BTC is trading at $105,828, up by 0.81%.Most major cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading mixed. Market outperformers include T, FUN, and KAIA, up by 17%, 15%, and 13%, respectively.Top stories of the day:Ethereum Strategy Reserve Surpasses $3 Billion Arizona Senate Passes Bitcoin Reserve Bill HB 2324Hong Kong Virtual Asset ETFs Record Trading Volume Russia's Digital Ruble Set for 2026 Launch Amid Infrastructure Delays Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Surpass 768,500 Coins, Valued Over $82 BillionU.S. President Trump to Convene National Security Meeting TRX Surpasses DOGE in Cryptocurrency Market Capitalization Russia Aims to Regulate Cryptocurrency Mining Industry Trump Extends TikTok Sale Deadline by 90 Days Bitcoin's Potential to Surpass Gold's Market Value, Says Mexican BillionaireMarket movers:ETH: $2547.63 (+0.69%)XRP: $2.166 (+0.27%)BNB: $648.5 (+0.52%)SOL: $147.38 (+1.10%)DOGE: $0.17001 (-0.19%)TRX: $0.2739 (-0.36%)ADA: $0.6009 (+0.03%)WBTC: $105777.79 (+0.80%)BCH: $491.1 (+5.52%)TRUMP: $9.34 (+0.00%)

According to Odaily, QCP Capital's market commentary on June 20 highlights that despite the potential for escalating tensions in the Middle East, Bitcoin's price remains stable, with investors adopting a wait-and-see approach as they anticipate a clear catalyst. The derivatives market reflects a cautious tone, with the risk reversal structure for Bitcoin and Ethereum indicating a preference for downside protection, suggesting that bulls are hedging their spot positions. Additionally, Ethereum's implied volatility for June is lower than that of September contracts, possibly indicating a decline in short-term event-driven volatility or profit-taking by some investors. QCP Capital believes that although volatility is currently low, the market is in a 'ready-to-explode' state, where any macroeconomic event, policy change, or unexpected news could trigger significant fluctuations.

According to BlockBeats, the trading volume for all Hong Kong virtual asset ETFs reached approximately HKD 6.5942 million by the close of trading today. The Huaxia Bitcoin ETF (3042.HK/9042.HK/83042.HK) recorded a trading volume of HKD 1.9149 million, while the Huaxia Ethereum ETF (03046.HK/09046.HK/83046.HK) saw a volume of HKD 1.5178 million.The Harvest Bitcoin ETF (03439.HK/09439.HK) had a trading volume of HKD 949,200, and the Harvest Ethereum ETF (03179.HK/09179.HK) recorded HKD 694,000.Additionally, the Bosera Bitcoin ETF (03008.HK/09008.HK) reported a trading volume of HKD 528,800, while the Bosera Ethereum ETF (03009.HK/09009.HK) had a volume of HKD 989,500.

According to PANews, Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the Financial Markets Committee of the Russian State Duma, announced on June 18 that the widespread implementation of the digital ruble is now scheduled for 2026. The initial plan was to launch after July 1, 2025, but it has been postponed to allow financial institutions more time to enhance their infrastructure.Since its pilot phase began in August 2023, the digital ruble initiative has expanded to include 15 banks, approximately 2,000 individuals, and 50 businesses. To date, the system has processed over 55,000 personal transfers and 15,000 payments for goods.The Central Bank of Russia has emphasized that the adoption of the digital ruble will be entirely voluntary, and there are no plans to eliminate cash or non-cash payment methods.

According to Foresight News, Tools for Humanity, a contributor to Worldcoin, has announced the acquisition of Dawn Wallet. The wallet service will gradually shut down over the coming weeks, with comprehensive support provided for the transition of personal assets. Additionally, Dawn Wallet founders Tom Waite and Isaac Rodriguez have joined Tools for Humanity.

According to PANews, Circle's stock experienced a significant increase of nearly 13% in pre-market trading, reaching $225.78. This follows a substantial rise on Wednesday when Circle's stock (CRCL.N) surpassed $200, closing with a gain of 34.25%.The surge in Circle's stock price comes amid recent comments from the founder of Airwallex, who suggested that it might be time to short Circle. This statement has sparked discussions and speculation in the market regarding Circle's future performance.

According to PANews, Kroma has announced the closure of its Layer 2 (L2) network on June 26, 2025. Holders of the $KRO token are advised to migrate their tokens from the Kroma L2 to the Ethereum mainnet (L1) before this date. Following the migration, $KRO will remain the primary token for the forthcoming Kroma Protocol.

Avail (AVAIL) Now Live on Binance Alpha With Limited Airdrop EventKey Points:Avail (AVAIL) is now available on Binance Alpha as of June 19, 2025.Eligible users can claim a 2,667 AVAIL token airdrop using Binance Alpha Points.Airdrop event runs in two phases within 24 hours of listing.15 Alpha Points are required to claim; early access for users with higher point balances.Binance Alpha has officially listed Avail (AVAIL), a modular blockchain infrastructure project aimed at enhancing data availability across Layer 2 and rollup ecosystems. In celebration of the listing, Binance Alpha users can claim an exclusive AVAIL airdrop by redeeming their Alpha Points on the Alpha Event Page.AVAIL Airdrop DetailsClaim Window: Begins at AVAIL’s listing time and remains open for 24 hours.Total Claim Per User: 2,667 AVAIL tokens.Point Cost: 15 Binance Alpha Points per claim.Claim Requirement: Users must confirm the claim on the [Alpha Event Page] within 24 hours. Unclaimed entries will be forfeited.Airdrop Distribution SchedulePhase 1 (First 18 Hours)— Open to users with 243 or more Alpha Points.— Priority access to the airdrop, first come, first served.Phase 2 (Final 6 Hours)— Opens to users with at least 199 Alpha Points.— Remaining airdrop supply distributed until exhausted or event ends.Binance emphasizes that claiming is only valid if users confirm on the Alpha Event Page during the 24-hour claim period. Any unconfirmed claims will be considered forfeited.What Is Avail (AVAIL)?Avail is a modular blockchain that provides data availability infrastructure for scalable, secure Layer 2 solutions and rollups. It aims to offload data from execution layers while ensuring trust-minimized availability proofs, positioning itself as a foundational layer for the future of Ethereum-based scaling.

According to Cointelegraph, the Governor of the Bank of Korea, Rhee Chang-yong, has expressed openness to the idea of issuing a won-based stablecoin. However, he remains cautious about the potential challenges in managing the foreign exchange aspects of such a token. During a recent press conference, Rhee highlighted that a won-based stablecoin could simplify exchanges with dollar-backed stablecoins, potentially increasing demand for the latter and complicating foreign exchange management.This development comes as South Korea's newly elected President, Lee Jae-myung, advances his agenda on cryptocurrency regulation, a key promise from his campaign. The country's foreign exchange reserves have been declining, with the Bank of Korea reporting a drop from $415.6 billion at the end of December to $404.6 billion by the end of May, marking an $11 billion decrease over six months.In a move to create a more favorable regulatory environment, President Lee's Democratic Party introduced the Digital Asset Basic Act on June 10. This legislation would permit companies with a minimum equity capital of $368,000 to issue stablecoins, provided they maintain adequate reserves for refunds and obtain approval from the Financial Services Commission (FSC). The FSC is also investigating local exchanges regarding transaction fees, aligning with President Lee's commitment to reducing costs for young traders.The stablecoin market is currently dominated by US dollar-backed tokens, with Tether (USDT) and Circle's USDC leading the space. However, Circle's euro-pegged stablecoin, EURC, is gaining momentum, with its market capitalization rising to $203 million, a 156% increase since the beginning of the year. Circle's stock experienced significant gains following indications from US lawmakers that the stablecoin-regulation GENIUS Act would likely pass in the House.

According to BlockBeats, a recent report by Guotai Haitong Securities Research titled "Stablecoins: How They Reshape Global Currency and Assets" provides an in-depth analysis of the current state and future prospects of the stablecoin market, as well as its impact on major asset classes. The report identifies six common misconceptions about stablecoins, emphasizing that their value is not absolutely stable.The first misconception is that stablecoins have absolute value stability. The report clarifies that stablecoins are essentially credit extensions of pegged assets, subject to technical de-pegging risks and fluctuations in the value of the underlying assets. Therefore, their value is relatively stable rather than absolutely stable.The second misconception is that all fiat currencies can be used to issue stablecoins in large quantities. The development of stablecoins for different fiat currencies depends on the acceptance of the fiat currency itself. Stablecoins backed by the most widely trusted fiat currencies are likely to dominate the market.The third misconception is that U.S. dollar stablecoins weaken the credibility of the dollar. On the contrary, the rapid development of dollar stablecoins enhances the dollar's status by expanding its functionality and usage. However, dollar stablecoins pose a significant challenge to the fiat currencies of other countries, especially those with volatile exchange rates.The fourth misconception is that U.S. dollar stablecoins are a "lifeline" for U.S. Treasury bonds. While the stablecoin market can slightly alleviate the pressure on U.S. short-term debt, the Federal Reserve ultimately controls the short-term debt market. Dollar stablecoins have minimal impact on the long-term debt market.The fifth misconception is that U.S. dollar stablecoins will significantly increase the supply of U.S. dollars. Although stablecoins allow some issuance authority to be transferred from the Federal Reserve to issuing companies, the Federal Reserve remains the primary participant in monetary supply and can regulate overall dollar liquidity. Similar to economies with a currency board, multiple issuing banks exist, but monetary authorities can still adjust the money supply based on market conditions.The sixth misconception is that stablecoins will rapidly advance the Real World Asset (RWA) market. The support of stablecoins for RWA is more evident in the trading aspect, while the development of the RWA market ultimately depends on the quality of underlying assets. Currently, the RWA market is in its early stages, with potential paths focusing on "credit priority" and "liquidity priority."

According to Cointelegraph, a Texas sheriff has taken decisive action against a local cryptocurrency ATM following reports of a family being scammed out of $25,000. The incident has sparked debate among cryptocurrency users regarding the appropriateness of the sheriff's actions. Local reports from Tuesday indicate that a scammer impersonated a government employee to deceive a family in Jasper County, northwest of Houston, into depositing funds at a Bitcoin ATM. Jasper County Sheriff Chuck Havard obtained a search warrant and proceeded to cut open the ATM, which was operated by Bitcoin Depot, in an effort to recover approximately $32,000, including the $25,000 lost by the family.Sheriff Havard explained that the scam involved a caller instructing the family to pay $25,000 in fines by depositing the money into a Bitcoin address, leading them to use the Bitcoin ATM for the transaction. Bitcoin Depot has been contacted for comment on the incident. The sheriff's actions have drawn criticism from some crypto users, with Reddit user JohnDLG questioning whether government employees destroyed property and took money from an innocent third party. Another Reddit user, Jad8484, expressed confusion over the sheriff's approach, likening it to confiscating money from a store register after someone purchased gift cards for scammers. Despite the criticism, Havard defended his actions, stating that his department would use all available resources to protect citizens from scammers.Sheriff Havard acknowledged the complexity of cases involving cryptocurrency scams, noting that they can be challenging to solve. He also mentioned that his department has not yet located the scammer responsible for the incident. This event occurs amid increasing scrutiny of cryptocurrency ATMs both in the United States and internationally. In June, Spokane, Washington, banned crypto ATMs due to a rise in scam activity targeting residents. The FBI reported nearly 11,000 complaints and over $246 million in losses related to crypto ATM scams in 2024, marking a 31% increase from the previous year. Additionally, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre recently imposed a limit of 5,000 Australian dollars ($3,250) on cash deposits and withdrawals at crypto ATMs.

According to Odaily, the TRON community is currently discussing a proposal for the mainnet 4.8.0 version upgrade. This update aims to support the Ethereum Cancun upgrade and optimize the consensus layer verification mechanism. Based on the core developers' meeting resolution, the proposal is expected to enter the voting process on June 23, 2025, at UTC+8. Once enacted, the TRON mainnet will activate new virtual machine instructions to ensure compatibility with the Ethereum Cancun upgrade and introduce a new consensus layer verification mechanism, enhancing the consistency and effectiveness of transaction execution. The discussion remains open, allowing users to participate in the process.