June 19, 2026
Crypto

CFTC says some derivatives markets may not suit 24/7 trading

The CFTC has warned regulated derivatives platforms that round-the-clock trading may suit crypto-native markets but may not work safely across every traditional asset class. Summary The CFTC warned that 24/7 trading may not suit every traditional derivatives market. Coinbase said the CFTC approval adds crypto perpetuals and global options to its regulated platform. The CFTC

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Treasury bonds rally as dollar index sinks to 98.8

U.S. treasuries climbed while the dollar bond index dropped to an intraday low of 98.8, signaling a notable swing in risk sentiment across global markets. Summary Gate data shows U.S. Treasury bond prices rising as the DXY falls intraday The dollar index touched 98.8, slipping below the 100 base level for the benchmark Moves come

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon takes aim at the Clarity Act over crypto deposit risks

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has said banks will oppose the Clarity Act unless lawmakers change provisions that he says give crypto firms bank-like powers without bank-level safeguards. Summary Jamie Dimon said banks will oppose the Clarity Act unless lawmakers add stronger safeguards for stablecoin rewards. Dimon argued that crypto firms should not offer bank-like

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Prediction markets draw Wintermute as crypto firms chase liquidity 

Wintermute has entered prediction markets as a liquidity provider, bringing professional market-making capacity to a sector that has grown into a major venue for trading real-world event risk. Summary Wintermute will provide two-sided liquidity across prediction market platforms, helping improve execution depth and bid-ask spreads. Prediction markets surpassed $60 billion in trading volume in 2026,

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Coinbase unlocks global crypto derivatives for U.S. institutions

Coinbase has opened a regulated route for U.S. institutions to trade global crypto derivatives through its futures commission merchant. Summary Coinbase Financial Markets now offers U.S. institutions regulated access to global crypto derivatives, starting with Deribit options. CFTC staff action supports the structure, with certain crypto perpetual contracts treated as foreign futures under specific conditions.

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Iran crypto crackdown deepens as US targets IRGC wallets

The U.S. Treasury has said it has seized nearly $1 billion in cryptocurrency linked to Iran as Washington expands its financial campaign against Tehran. Summary The U.S. Treasury says seizures of Iran-linked cryptocurrency are nearing $1 billion as Washington targets Tehran’s financial networks. Tether froze $344 million in USDT across two Tron wallets linked to

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Texas Bitcoin reserve plan advances as federal push faces delays

Texas has moved closer to holding Bitcoin directly after naming a new advisory committee to guide the state’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. Summary Texas has named a five-member advisory committee to guide the management, custody, and valuation of its Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. The state is seeking a qualified crypto custodian as it prepares to move from

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Pi Network price consolidates at $0.14 as CiDi Games’ beta app attracts more than 81,000 users

Pi Network’s PI token is consolidating near $0.14 after an April rally, with thin liquidity and IOU listings keeping volatility elevated as traders eye key support and resistance levels. Summary PI trades around $0.14 with a tight 24 hour range and modest volumes Token remains over 90 percent below its 2025 peak near $3.00 Market

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Crypto clarity bill advances as critics warn CFTC is not ready yet

Congress has advanced a major crypto market bill that would give the CFTC new power over digital commodities despite fresh concerns about the agency’s staffing and funding. Summary Congress has advanced the CLARITY Act, which would give the CFTC primary oversight of spot digital commodity markets. Brookings fellow Tonantzin Carmona warned that the CFTC may

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Bitcoin snaps back to $74,000 as Trump ends Hormuz naval blockade

Bitcoin has clawed back losses to trade near $74,000 after President Donald Trump abruptly announced an end to the U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, easing weeks of geopolitical pressure on crypto and oil markets. Summary Bitcoin rebounds to roughly $74,000 after Trump ends Hormuz blockade Traders unwind “war premium” as focus shifts

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