Highlights
- Singapore's MAS mandates unlicensed crypto providers to halt services by June 30.
- U.S. June Nonfarm Payrolls report to release early on July 3 due to Independence Day holiday.
- Binance Wallet launches NodeOps (NODE) TGE on June 30, with eligibility tied to Alpha Points.
- KULR Technology Group joins Russell 3000 Index on June 30, bolstered by Bitcoin holdings.
- Nobitex outlines post-hack recovery plan, with withdrawals resuming June 30.
- EthCC 8 convenes in Cannes from June 30–July 3, featuring crypto-payment initiatives.
June 30 (Monday)
Binance Wallet’s NodeOps (NODE) TGE Launch
👉 Participate in the NODE token sale via Binance Wallet starting 4:00 PM UTC+8. Eligible users must redeem Binance Alpha Points for access.
- 27.15M NODE reserved for future campaigns.
- TGE details to follow.
KULR Tech Joins Russell 3000 Index
KULR (NYSE: KULR) enters the Russell 3000 at market open, enhancing institutional visibility. The firm holds Bitcoin as a primary asset (90% cash reserves allocated).
Singapore’s Crypto Licensing Deadline
Unlicensed providers must cease services for overseas clients by June 30, per MAS’s final policy. No grace period; penalties apply for non-compliance.
Nobitex Post-Hack Recovery
- Phase 1 (June 25): Identity re-verification required.
- Phase 3 (June 30): Gradual restoration of withdrawals/trading.
- Losses estimated at $100M from "Gonjeshke Darande" hack.
BNB Chain’s Zero-Gas Stablecoin Transfers Extended
Promotion now runs until June 30, 2025, covering USDT, USDC, and FDUSD. Over $3M in fees absorbed since September.
Supported platforms: Binance, Bitget Wallet, Trust Wallet, and others.
EthCC 8 in Cannes
8,000+ attendees expected. Local businesses to adopt crypto payments via municipal training (February 4).
👉 Explore crypto-friendly Cannes merchants.
July 1 (Tuesday)
Unphishable: Free Web3 Anti-Phishing Platform
Launches July 1 by SlowMist, DeFiHackLabs, and ScamSniffer. Features:
- 30+ attack simulations (e.g., fake airdrops, malicious approvals).
- Supports MetaMask testnets in 3 languages.
StarkWare’s STRK Delegation Program
Initial registration closes July 1. Aims to decentralize Starknet by delegating millions of STRK to smaller validators.
Ledn Shifts to Bitcoin-Only Loans
Drops Ethereum support July 1. Services transition to custodial BTC-backed loans.
July 2 (Wednesday)
Korean Exchanges Delist WEMIX
Upbit, Bithumb, Coinone, Korbit, and Gopax terminate WEMIX withdrawals. DAXA cited "insufficient resolution" of compliance issues.
July 3 (Thursday)
Early U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Report
Released July 3 at 8:30 AM EST (normally first Friday). Markets close early for Independence Day.
July 4 (Friday)
Binance Delistings
ALPHA, BSW, KMD, LEVER, and LTO trading ends.
Grok 4 Release
Elon Musk targets post-July 4 launch for xAI’s upgraded model, pending coding optimizations.
OGN DAO Buyback
$3M+ OGN repurchase begins by July 4. Tokens allocated to stakers.
FAQ
Q: Why is Singapore’s MAS enforcing crypto licensing?
A: To regulate offshore services and mitigate risks like money laundering.
Q: How does BNB Chain’s zero-gas promo work?
A: Users pay no fees for stablecoin transfers; costs are covered by BNB Chain.
Q: What’s the impact of WEMIX’s delisting?
A: Traders must withdraw holdings by July 2 or lose access.
Q: Can I still earn interest on ETH via Ledn?
A: No—Ethereum services cease July 1; only BTC loans remain.
Q: When will Nobitex fully recover?
A: Full functionality (e.g., trading) expected by late July, pending security audits.
Q: How to participate in Starknet’s delegation?
A: Register as a validator by July 1 for STRK rewards.
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