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TREE NEWS reports: A wallet associated with a16z has unstaked 89,470 HYPE tokens and transferred them to market maker Wintermute, according to on-chain data. This move could signal potential selling pressure or liquidity provision for the HYPE token.

TREE NEWS update: Investors have been buying shares in American Bitcoin ETFs this week, adding over $1 billion in inflows. This surge reflects a bullish sentiment shift in the crypto market.

TREE NEWS reports: A wallet associated with a16z has unstaked and transferred 89,470 HYPE tokens, worth approximately $6.6 million, to Wintermute, likely for sale. The move was detected by Onchain Lens.

TREE NEWS update: Seventeen alleged members of Iran-based Mabna Institute were charged over hacks targeting hundreds of universities, companies, and government agencies. The group is linked to a $6 million Bitcoin extortion scheme, highlighting the intersection of cybercrime and cryptocurrency.

TREE NEWS reports: Google’s Gemma model has achieved a significant milestone with over 1 billion downloads. This highlights the growing adoption of open-source AI models and the expanding ecosystem around them.

TREE NEWS update: AftermathFi has launched its Perpetuals V2 on the Sui network, opening 15 markets for trading. This upgrade aims to enhance the DeFi experience on Sui with improved features and expanded trading options.

TREE NEWS update: Sui announced that AftermathFi’s Perpetual V2 is live, featuring a revamped perpetual engine and two public audit reports. Currently, 15 markets are open for trading.

TREE NEWS reports: SpaceX conducted a successful static fire test of the Starship’s engines, a key step ahead of its next test flight. The test validated the vehicle’s propulsion systems and paves the way for an upcoming launch attempt.

TREE NEWS update: Machi, a prominent crypto investor, has increased his long position in Ethereum, bringing his total unrealized profit to $4.3 million. This move reflects growing bullish sentiment among large holders despite market volatility.

TREE NEWS update: Check Point Research has uncovered that nearly 2,000 compromised WordPress websites are being used to distribute malware and deploy ransomware. The attacks exploit vulnerabilities in outdated plugins and themes, posing a significant threat to site owners and visitors.

TREE NEWS reports: Check Point Research uncovered a StopAndProtect ransomware campaign that exploited nearly 2,000 compromised WordPress sites to spread malware, steal data, and deploy ransomware. The operation, active since mid-May, has breached over 6,000 IPs, with attackers using fake CAPTCHAs to trick Windows users into running PowerShell commands that steal credentials and crypto wallet seed phrases. Researchers collected over 31,000 screenshots and 700 data archives, noting the attackers may have accidentally infected themselves.

TREE NEWS reports: The StopAndProtect operation compromised nearly 2,000 WordPress websites to spread malware, steal crypto wallet files, and deploy ransomware. This highlights the ongoing security risks in the crypto ecosystem.

TREE NEWS update: USD/JPY has surged past 159.0, currently trading at 159.004, marking a 0.4% increase in the last 24 hours. The move reflects ongoing dollar strength and yen weakness in the forex market.

TREE NEWS reports: Macro strategist Mark Connors says the US Treasury’s plan to regularly buy back long-term bonds could catalyze Bitcoin’s next rally, potentially pushing BTC to $180,000. He argues that lower Treasury yields from buybacks would ease macro pressure on risk assets, with support possibly expanding to $10-30B monthly. Connors also notes that SLR rule adjustments and the CLARITY Act’s progress are key factors to watch.

TREE NEWS reports: Citi plans to launch bitcoin custody services for institutional clients within the year, integrating them into its Custody+ platform. This move marks a significant step for a major US bank entering the crypto asset space.

TREE NEWS update: atomiq has announced the temporary suspension of all its swap routes. The move aims to address technical issues and ensure user asset safety. Further details on the resumption timeline have not been disclosed.

TREE NEWS update: Nine public Bitcoin miners invested over $5 billion in AI and HPC infrastructure in H1 2026, while generating only $341 million in revenue from these operations—a 15-to-1 ratio. This highlights the aggressive pivot to AI as miners seek new revenue streams amid crypto market volatility.

TREE NEWS reports: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong predicts Bitcoin could reach $300,000 to $400,000 by 2030, citing growing institutional adoption and macroeconomic trends. He emphasizes the need for regulatory clarity to unlock further growth. The forecast reflects optimism about crypto’s long-term trajectory.

TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin surged past $72,000 on Thursday, marking its highest level since June and triggering over $3 billion in short liquidations. This two-day rally challenges the bearish trend that has persisted since November.