WalletConnect: The Main Bridge for DeFi Access by Institutions
#WallectConnect continues to strengthen its position as the primary infrastructure of Web3 with several recent key achievements:
1. Institutional Integration (BitGo) BitGo now supports WalletConnect integration through WalletKit SDK, allowing institutional users to access DeFi services — such as lending, staking, trading — directly from their self-custody wallets, without needing to move assets out of BitGo.
2. Significant Ecosystem Growth By May 2025, @WalletConnect recorded more than 300 million connections, with 47.5 million unique wallets and 66,500 integrated applications, expanding the reach of Web3 to both individuals and institutions.
Public Company Strategy to Add BTC Reaches $87 Billion, Widespread Accumulation
More than 130 public companies are now reported to be accumulating Bitcoin as part of their long-term financial strategy. The total value of $BTC they collectively hold has surpassed $87 billion, reflecting about 3.2% of the total circulating BTC supply. This step is taken through various schemes: from issuing new shares, selling convertible bonds, to diversifying operational cash. This strategy was popularized by MicroStrategy (now named Strategy), which now holds more than 592,000 BTC, making it the largest institutional BTC holder in the world.
Crypto Swing Trading Strategy: Focus on Risk & Simplicity
According to KookCapitalLLC, the key to successful swing trading in the crypto market is to combine risk management with a systematic approach: Use stop-loss and position sizing to limit potential losses. Discipline is everything—trading plans must be followed, without being swayed by emotions. Post to hold only 1–2% of total capital per position to keep the portfolio stable. Similar advice also comes from Crypto Rover, who emphasizes the importance of recognizing price cycle patterns—such as consolidation followed by breakouts—to determine optimal entry and exit timing.
X (Twitter) Will Launch Trading & Payment Features in the App, Moving Towards a Global Super App
X (formerly Twitter) has officially announced a significant step towards transformation as a super app. X CEO, Linda Yaccarino, confirmed that users will soon be able to trade, invest, and make payments directly within the X app. This feature will be initiated with the launch of X Money, a digital wallet that enables: Peer-to-peer (P2P) fund transfers Merchant payments and digital products Tipping for creators X Money is planned to launch in the US this year, followed by additional features such as the X debit/credit card, and integration into digital asset markets as well as retail investment services.
Market Flash: $ZKJ Attacked, Price Drops 80%, Team Announces Buyback
What happened? On June 15, 2025, the price of $ZKJ plummeted about 80–83%, from ~$2 to ~$0.30, within hours — triggered by a liquidity drain attack on the ZKJ/KOGE pool on PancakeSwap. Several large wallet addresses, including those connected to Wintermute, withdrew millions of tokens and sold them on exchanges, triggering cascade liquidations. Polyhedra's response: Launching an aggressive buyback program to stabilize the price and restore community confidence.Injecting ~$30 million in USDT/USDC/BNB into the DEX pool to add liquidity.
Get Up to 12.3% APR with XUSD Flexible Products on Binance Earn
Binance Earn is holding a special promotion for the XUSD Flexible Products. During the promotional period, users can enjoy an APR of up to 12.3%, consisting of a combination of Bonus Tiered APR and Real-Time APR. Promotional Period: June 20 – July 3, 2025 (UTC) Subscription Format: Based on first come, first served, subject to terms and conditions. Yield Details (APR): For subscriptions ≤ 500 XUSD: Total APR up to 12.3% (consisting of ~12% Bonus Tiered APR + 0.3% Real-Time APR). For subscriptions of 500–5,000 XUSD: Total APR up to 2.3% (consisting of ~2% Bonus Tiered APR + 0.3% Real-Time APR).
$WCT — WalletConnect Expansion to Solana, Airdrop of 5 Million Tokens!
WalletConnect is officially live on the Solana network — and has made a splash in the market with airdrop of 5 million $WCT for Phantom, Backpack, Solflare, and Jupiter users! Why is it important? NTT (Native Token Transfers) from Wormhole is used— not wrapped tokens. WCT can now be used cross-chain: Ethereum, Optimism, and Solana. Volume & activity are increasing, the Solana community is starting to FOMO.
Quick Facts: ATH WCT: $1.37 (May 2025) Current price: $0.34Major correction = entry opportunity?Worth Buying?If you believe in cross-wallet adoption & Solana, $WCT could be a strategic accumulation. But be careful, volatility is still high.
SynFutures (F) Trading Competition on Binance Alpha
Binance Wallet presents the kompetisi trading SynFutures (F) with a total prize of approximately $550,000 in the form of token F. Promotion Period: June 15 – June 29, 2025 (UTC)
Terms & Conditions: The top 6,940 users based on total volume of token F purchases during the period will share a prize of 49,274,000 F equally (7,100 F per user). Only purchase volume is counted. Sales are not counted. Only transactions through Binance Wallet (Keyless) or Binance Alpha are eligible.
TGE SGC Completed: 200 Million Tokens Distributed via Binance Wallet
Token Generation Event (TGE) exclusive for SGC (Sangokushi Taisen - Battle of Three Kingdoms) has successfully taken place via Binance Wallet and PancakeSwap on June 13, 2025. A total of 200,000,000 SGC (2% of total supply) has been allocated to eligible participants, based on a pro-rata system of the amount of BNB subscribed during the 2-hour subscription period. The SGC Token is now available and can be traded via Binance Wallet DEX and PancakeSwap. What's Next?
Powell Affirms Inflation Remains High, Reduces Hopes for Quick Stimulus
At the FOMC press conference on June 18, 2025, Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled that inflationary pressures are still real and may increase in the coming months. Although the benchmark interest rate of 4.25%–4.50% is maintained, Powell's tone tends to be hawkish: He referred to the increase in inflation as a 'significant scale' effect of import tariffs and geopolitical conflicts. However, Powell emphasized that economic data such as economic growth and the labor market serve as the basis for policy decisions—not political pressure.
Crypto Stocks Soar After the GENIUS Act is Enacted: COIN Up 17%, Circle Surges
Stablecoin regulations have finally been enacted through the GENIUS Act, and the market responded positively. Major crypto stocks recorded significant spikes: Coinbase (COIN) rose by up to +17% to $295 after the GENIUS Act passed in the Senate. Additional catalyst: the launch of Coinbase Payments, which expands the adoption of USDC on e-commerce platforms like Shopify. Circle (CRCL) — the issuer of USDC — recorded a +27% increase post-regulation.Its shares are now trading more than +238% above the IPO price, indicating strong investor support for the stablecoin sector.
U.S. Senate Passes GENIUS Act: A Historic Step for Stablecoin Regulation
On June 17, 2025, the U.S. Senate bipartisanly approved the GENIUS Act with a vote of 68–30, paving the way for the first federal regulatory framework for stablecoins — crypto tokens pegged to the U.S. dollar. Key Points: The GenAIUS Act establishes a 1:1 reserve supply, routine audits, and consumer protection standards for stablecoin issuers. The bill received support from 18 Democratic Senators and a majority of Republicans, but some opposition arose over concerns about conflicts of interest, including the Trump family's crypto investments.
$KAIA — Layer-1 Web3 Asia Supported by LINE & Kakao, Ready to Rebound After Sharp Correction?
The token $KAIA from Kaia Chain is gaining more attention after showing rebound signals from the lower zone. Although it experienced a sharp correction from ATH, the surge in volume and expansion of the ecosystem has led many traders to revisit this project.
📉 From ATH to Correction Point $KAIA hit ATH at $0.41 in December 2024. However, after the initial hype of the merger between Finschia (LINE) and Klaytn (Kakao), the price dropped over 70%. Now, this token is trading around $0.17 with: Daily trading volume reaches $80–100 million
$BABY — A New Token Backed by BTC, But Why Did Its Price Drop?
The token $BABY from Babylon successfully attracted attention after a massive distribution: 600 million BABY were distributed to BTC stakers, NFT holders, and developers. Total TVL briefly surpassed $1.2 billion at launch! However, after the initial hype: Price dropped >10% post-airdrop. The community questions the insider distribution reaching 66%. BTC staking ROI is only ~0.6% in 6 months – too low for many holders. Nevertheless, Babylon still has unique value: Native staking using BTC directly (without wrapping).
The Federal Reserve decided to maintain the benchmark interest rate in the range of 4.25%–4.50% at the FOMC meeting on June 17–18, 2025. This is the third consecutive decision amidst signs of slowing inflation and increasing external risks.
The Chair of The Fed stated that this policy was adopted with a "cautious" approach, considering global uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions and potential impacts of new trade policies. Although the May inflation data showed moderation, The Fed emphasized the need for stronger evidence before beginning to ease monetary policy.
With this decision, market expectations for interest rate cuts have shifted to September or the end of the year, replacing previous projections for July. The Fed is scheduled to provide further insights at the Jackson Hole symposium in August, which is likely to be a turning point for the next monetary policy direction.
Bitcoin Stabilizes Above $108K Supported by ETF Fund Inflows and Recovery Post-Geopolitics
The current price of Bitcoin remains strong around $108,756, reflecting a solid recovery after being hit by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East earlier this week. It briefly touched a daily low of around $104,600 before rebounding to the current position. This increase is driven by strong inflows of institutional funds into Bitcoin ETFs, with inflows reaching $1.37 billion in just the last week. ETF products like IBIT (BlackRock) have been key support with contributions of over $1.1 billion, indicating sustained interest from large investors in this digital asset.
Vietnam Legalizes Crypto: New Regulations Starting 2026
Vietnam officially enacted the Digital Technology Industry Law on June 14, 2025—a historic step that ends legal uncertainty regarding crypto assets in the country. This regulation will take effect on January 1, 2026. In the law, crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, NFTs, and blockchain tokens are recognized as digital assets, although they are not categorized as securities or official currencies. The government also sets licensing standards for digital asset exchanges, custodians, and blockchain services, while implementing an anti-money laundering (AML) framework in accordance with international guidelines.
Metaplanet Adds 1,112 BTC, Total Holdings Now 10,000 BTC
The Japanese public company, Metaplanet, has once again captured the attention of the global crypto market after announcing the purchase of 1,112 Bitcoin worth approximately $110 million on June 16, 2025. With this purchase, their total BTC holdings now reach 10,000 BTC. This move was funded through the issuance of zero-coupon bonds worth $210 million to EVO Fund. The instruments will mature in December 2025 and come with early redemption options, allowing flexibility in financial risk management.
Strategy Adds 1,045 BTC Again, Total Holdings Exceed 582,000 BTC
Michael Saylor has once again increased the company's Bitcoin holdings through Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy). In the first week of June 2025, the company purchased 1,045 BTC worth $110 million, at an average price of around $105,000 per BTC. With this purchase, the total holdings of Strategy now reach 582,000 BTC, making it the largest public institution in Bitcoin accumulation. This transaction is funded through a common stock sales program (equity ATM), reinforcing the aggressive financing pattern they have applied since the beginning of the bull run.
Binance officially listed the Defi App token (HOME) on June 12, 2025, at 15:00 UTC.
HOME was previously distributed through the HODLer Airdrops program to users who subscribed BNB to Simple Earn and/or On-Chain Yields from June 6 to June 9, 2025.
Currently, HOME can be traded on the Binance spot market and is no longer displayed on Binance Alpha.