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Zilliqa says exchange partner's cold wallet hit in ZIL theft
Zilliqa announced today, Monday, July 20, that an unspecified amount of ZIL tokens was stolen from the cold wallet of one of its exchange partners. Zilliqa wrote on its official X account that it had “been made aware of a security incident involving one of our exchange partners, in which ZIL was stolen from a...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Bank of Korea to expand second phase of CBDC pilot program to nine banks
The Bank of Korea plans to launch the second phase of its CBDC pilot, Project Hangang, in September. Primarily, the initiative relies on a blockchain-based wholesale CBDC issued by the central bank to back the settlement of commercial bank deposit tokens, used in everyday payments. The second phase expands the pilot from seven to nine...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Bitcoin bulls push back on Social Capital's CEO 'two problems' for crypto
At the start of the week, Chamath Palihapitiya, the Social Capital CEO, stated that Bitcoin faced two major problems. One of the problems highlighted was where speculators are putting their money, and the other was where miners are pointing their power. However, Palihapitiya’s claims have seen considerable pushback from Bitcoin bulls within hours after his...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Tax officials urge law change to seize self-custodied crypto in Korea
Four researchers, led by a National Tax Service investigator, are pushing for South Korea to rewrite its Criminal Procedure Act so prosecutors can actually take control of cryptocurrency that suspects hold in private wallets. The current law that South Korean tax officials are seeking to change leaves a gap big enough for a suspect to...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
AI boom could make ASML Europe’s first trillion-dollar company
The biggest ASML story is no longer just its earnings—it is the growing belief that the company could become Europe’s first trillion-dollar company. It is expected to be driven by its dominant position in the AI semiconductor supply chain. ASML has increased its forecast revenue for 2026 to a range of between €43 billion and €45...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Taiwan charges former TSMC employee over chip technology theft allegations
Taiwanese prosecutors charged a former TSMC worker on Monday over an alleged theft of closely guarded chip information. The case covers technology that Taipei lists among its national core assets. Investigators say the former employee planned to use the stolen material in China. Prosecutors say the data involved methods protected under Taiwan’s national security rules....Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Bitcoin Price Forecast: BTC remains below key 50-day EMA as headwinds from escalating US-Iran conflict offset ETF inflows
Bitcoin (BTC) trades just below its 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) near $65,000 on Monday, a key technical level that could determine its next directional move.
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Mon, Jul 20
Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP slip as US-Iran escalating hostilities pressure risk assets
Cryptocurrency prices remain under pressure on Monday, as Bitcoin (BTC) falls toward $64,000. Altcoins, including Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP), uphold a weakening technical structure. ETH is trading sideways between support at $1,826 and resistance at $1,937.
Alibaba jumps 5.4% after unveiling flagship AI model
Alibaba claims its latest AI model is the world’s strongest after Anthropic’s top system. This move comes as China now stands face to face with U.S AI rivals. The company unveiled a preview of Qwen3.8-Max, the flagship model in its Qwen lineup, through an official X post on Sunday. The preview is now accessible on...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
UK CFO’s AI optimism jumps to 73% as geopolitical concerns ease
Most UK CFOs are now betting on artificial intelligence to level up their business performance. According to a Deloitte survey, executive confidence in AI-driven performance has steadily climbed over the last two years. Less than 40% were optimistic about AI in 2024, compared with 73% today. Deloitte’s findings are based on a relatively small sample...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Hong Kong’s HKDAP stablecoin could launch this month
A Hong Kong dollar stablecoin backed by a Standard Chartered-led venture could begin trading as early as July 31, 2026, offering the crypto market a regulated digital currency pegged to something other than the US dollar. The Hong Kong Economic Journal reported that HKDAP is expected to launch before the end of July. The timing...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Breakthrough quantum heat engine brings larger quantum computers a step closer
A micro-scale quantum heat engine that converts thermal energy to usable work under near-zero temperatures has paved the way for the realization of a more efficient quantum computer. The scientists at Aalto University have developed the first machine capable of carrying out an entire quantum mechanical cycle within a superconducting circuit. The entire machine measures...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
Hyperliquid Opens HIP-4 Prediction Markets to Anyone With 500k HYPE
Hyperliquid has announced a big update wherein the platform is letting anyone build prediction markets on its exchange, as long as they stake 500,000 HYPE first. This is the permissionless phase of HIP-4, the outcome markets upgrade that went live on mainnet on May 2. Phase 1 of HIP-4 included a curated set of markets...Cryptopolitan
Mon, Jul 20
LayerZero Price Forecast: ZRO risks 25% downside amid 25 million token unlock
LayerZero (ZRO) price is down roughly 3% on Monday, extending its 9% decline from last week. The upcoming monthly token unlock of 25.71 million ZRO is scheduled for this Monday, which could further increase downside pressure.Fxstreet
Mon, Jul 20
Pepe Price Forecast: Bullish metrics signal potential trend reversal
Pepe (PEPE) edges higher on Monday, maintaining a near-term recovery tone seen over the last three weeks. Risk appetite among large wallet investors, commonly referred to as whales, for PEPE is rising, amid declining supply available on exchanges.Fxstreet
Mon, Jul 20
Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC eyes breakout, ETH defends key support, XRP recovery stays on track
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) are starting the week on a mild constructive note as the broader crypto market attempts to recover. BTC is approaching a key technical hurdle at $65,028, and ETH is holding above the important $1,800 support zone.Featured Tools
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