Crypto Breaking News

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has indirectly benefited Panama as more ships seeking alternative routes to transport commodities globally, following disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Former vice foreign minister of Panama and senior adviser at the Center for Strategic Studies Carlos Ruiz-Hernandez joins Bloomberg This Weekend and explains to hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini how the Panama Canal Authority is proactively managing the surge by anticipating risks and preparing to handle near-capacity traffic.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, alongside the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, announced on 25 June that all foreign vessels must now follow specific navigation routes designated by Tehran when passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of cryptocurrency exchange Binance, has attributed the sharp decline in crypto markets during the first half of 2026 to multiple contributing factors rather than a single cause.

Wang Chun, co-founder of cryptocurrency mining pool F2Pool, has withdrawn an additional 4,950 Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) from Binance, valued at approximately US$7.74 million.

Colombia and Ghana will meet at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on 3 July 2026, in a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 fixture.

• Hyperscale Data signed a deal to provide 20 megawatts of AI computing capacity, accelerating its shift away from Bitcoin mining. 
• The agreement could generate more than US$1.2 billion over its initial term, while the company currently holds 726.94 Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) worth about US$45.9 million. 
• The broader sector faces execution risk as miners convert crypto infrastructure into AI facilities while maintaining access to power, cooling and long-term customers. 

US spot Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded US$1.79 billion in net outflows for the week ending 26 June, marking the second-largest weekly redemption since these products launched in January 2024.

• Robinhood added Worldcoin (CRYPTO:WLD) to its crypto trading platform, expanding retail investor access despite a sharp price decline. 
• WLD fell nearly 15% to around US$0.53, with a market capitalisation of about US$1.8 billion and 24-hour trading volume exceeding US$383 million.
• Investors remain focused on governance, token distribution and regulatory concerns surrounding biometric identity systems and token unlock schedules. 

South Korea's financial regulators have issued a series of risk warnings amid continued gains in the country's stock market and a surge in trading activity.

Giovani Lo Celso's curling left-footed free-kick in the 19th minute gave Argentina a 1-0 victory over Jordan in their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group J clash.

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse reaffirmed his bullish stance on Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) during an appearance on CNBC's Squawk on the Street on 26 June.

England finished top of Group L at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 7 points from three matches, securing a 2-0 victory over Panama on 27 June at MetLife Stadium.