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According to Bitcoin Treasuries, Strategy (MSTR) founder Michael Saylor said on a podcast that approximately 100 million people are currently exposed to Bitcoin (BTC) through the company's common stock. He added that Strategy has become the largest stock-issuing company in the U.S.

The U.S. state of New Hampshire has introduced a bill, HB639, aimed at protecting cryptocurrency payments and the use of self-custody wallets, Cointelegraph reported. The legislation would prohibit state and local governments from restricting these activities.

While Bitcoin is attempting a short-term rebound, a significant trend reversal is only possible if it breaks through the $72,000 to $75,000 resistance zone, CryptoPotato reported. The analysis noted that BTC is currently trading below its 100-day and 200-day moving averages on the daily chart. These moving averages are acting as strong resistance between $71,000 and $75,000, and selling pressure is likely to remain dominant until this area is reclaimed. Recently, BTC successfully rebounded from the $60,000 support level as buying pressure emerged, and a bullish divergence on the Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggests the potential for a short-term rally. However, if it fails to overcome the initial resistance at $72,000, it could retest the $60,000 support. A break below this level could lead to a further decline to the next major support zone at $55,000, the report concluded.

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has renewed her call for stronger ethics regulations on digital assets following President Donald Trump's financial disclosure, reported Eleanor Terrett, host of CryptoInAmerica, on X. The disclosure revealed that the president earned over $600 million in 2025 from the memecoin TRUMP. Gillibrand re-emphasized the need for an ethics reform bill that would prohibit the president, members of Congress, and their spouses from issuing or sponsoring digital assets.

The Spot CVD chart provides an order book analysis for the BTC/USDT spot pair. The top section displays the Volume Heatmap, while the bottom section shows the Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD). - The Volume Heatmap at the top tracks trading volume at specific price levels. The background brightens when the price lingers in a certain range or moves significantly, with these brighter areas potentially acting as support or resistance. - The Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) indicator at the bottom represents buy and sell orders categorized by trade size. As buy orders increase, the corresponding colored line rises. The yellow line tracks orders between $100 and $1,000, while the brown line tracks large orders between $1 million and $10 million.

Standard Chartered has obtained a license under the EU's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, BeInCrypto reported. The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) added 37 crypto firms in its latest registry update, bringing the total number of authorized Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs) in the EU to 280. Newly authorized firms include crypto prime broker FalconX and Sygnum Europe.

The transition period for the European Union's Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation ended on July 1, Cointelegraph reported. Consequently, crypto firms without a MiCA license can no longer legally provide services to EU customers. CoinDesk previously reported that an increasing number of crypto companies were relocating to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Dubai, ahead of MiCA's full implementation. Meanwhile, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) claimed that a MiCA license application in Greece had met all requirements and was on the verge of approval but was withdrawn last week due to intervention from unspecified political forces.

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has transferred 79 ETH, worth approximately $137,000, to the privacy protocol Railgun, according to Onchain Lens. The on-chain analysis firm explained that the transaction utilized the Railgun protocol to move the funds in a privacy-preserving manner.

Global public companies, excluding mining firms, have purchased 166,984 BTC so far this year, according to BTC Treasuries. This amount is double the 81,153 BTC mined during the same period. On average, these companies acquired 912 BTC per day.

Cryptocurrency analyst Rekt Capital has suggested that Bitcoin (BTC) may not have reached its bear market bottom yet. In a YouTube analysis, he noted that the current market resembles the 2022 bear market and exhibits characteristics seen in previous cycles. He explained that a macro downtrend following a breakout from a descending triangle pattern has historically led to extended corrections. Rekt Capital pointed out that while approximately 270 days have passed since the 2025 peak, previous cycles typically took around 365 days to establish a bear market low. He concluded that, compared to the 2022 cycle, the market is not yet close enough to a bottom, leaving room for further declines in both price and time.

New Hampshire has enacted the 'Blockchain Basics Act' (HB639), a law designed to protect cryptocurrency users. The legislation prohibits state and local governments from restricting the use of digital assets for payments or holding them in self-custody wallets. It also bans the imposition of additional taxes solely for using digital assets. The act further clarifies that individuals and companies operating blockchain nodes, mining, or staking are not required to obtain money transmitter licenses, and that these activities are not considered the issuance or sale of securities, thereby providing greater regulatory certainty.

According to the on-chain analysis account Ember Monitoring on X, KR1 plc, a cryptocurrency staking investment firm listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), has transferred 3.7 million LDO, worth approximately $990,000, to Kraken.

Strategy's (MSTR) new capital management plan, designed to address the sharp decline in its preferred stock (STRC) and its dividend burden, is more of a stopgap measure to buy time than a fundamental solution, according to Galaxy Digital. Alex Thorn, head of research at Galaxy Digital, noted on X that Strategy still has a large amount of preferred stock outstanding and significant ongoing dividend obligations. He pointed out that the company's financial burden is set to increase, with $6.7 billion in convertible notes maturing in 2027 and 2028. Thorn explained that Strategy's financing structure relies on the premise that it can continue to raise funds from the market. He argued that the controversial program to sell BTC could undermine the company's core investment thesis. However, Thorn suggested that Strategy needed to secure the option to sell BTC to prevent a temporary cash shortage from becoming an existential crisis. In the future, he added, the company must find ways to generate yield from its BTC holdings. Thorn concluded that amid a sluggish cryptocurrency market, Strategy's latest move will help it buy time until conditions improve. Late last month, Strategy announced the introduction of a new capital operating framework that includes adjustments to its reserve policy and STRC dividends, share buybacks, and the authorization to sell up to $1.25 billion in BTC.

Nigel Farage, leader of the hard-right Reform UK party, has been reported to a parliamentary watchdog over allegations of illegal crypto lobbying, Decrypt reported. The complaint alleges that Farage lobbied the Bank of England on cryptocurrency policy after receiving an undeclared donation of £5 million ($6.7 million) from Christopher Harborne, a major shareholder in Tether. Both Farage and Harborne have denied the allegations, stating the funds were a private donation with no conditions attached. Parliamentary authorities are now investigating a potential breach of lobbying regulations.

CME Group's average daily volume for cryptocurrency futures contracts in June reached 334,000 contracts ($10.7 billion), a 76% increase from the same period last year. Additionally, the average daily volume for the second quarter saw a 32% year-over-year increase, reaching 250,000 contracts ($13.7 billion).

The top 100 publicly traded companies worldwide hold a total of 1,264,867 BTC, which accounts for 6.02% of the cryptocurrency's total supply, according to data from BTC Treasuries. Strategy leads the list with 847,363 BTC, followed by Twenty-One Capital (43,514 BTC), Metaplanet (43,000 BTC), MARA Holdings (36,303 BTC), Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (30,021 BTC), Bullish (24,300 BTC), Strive (19,864 BTC), SpaceX (18,712 BTC), Coinbase Global (16,492 BTC), and Riot Platforms (15,680 BTC).

An anonymous new address starting with bc1qnj has withdrawn 733 BTC, worth $45.18 million, from Binance, according to The Data Nerd. Withdrawals from exchanges are typically interpreted as a sign of intent to hold.

Attention is turning to a potential shift in liquidity as the rally in AI and memory semiconductor stocks stalls while Bitcoin rebounds, CoinDesk reported. Stocks like SanDisk (SNDK) and Micron (MU), which had been on an upswing, posted double-digit declines yesterday. In contrast, BTC recovered to the $61,000 level after dipping below $58,000. The outlet added that while it is too early to definitively call this a cyclical rotation, the retreat in semiconductor stocks and BTC's rebound could be a sign that investors are starting to reallocate their risk asset exposure back toward cryptocurrencies.

Despite a slight rebound in Bitcoin's price, the options market continues to show signs of hedging against downside risk, on-chain analytics firm Glassnode said on its official X account. Glassnode explained that the options market is still in a phase of "repricing of risk." While the Volatility Index (DVOL) is on an upward trend following the recent price decline, it is not as extreme as during past major market shocks, suggesting growing uncertainty. With put options trading at a premium to calls, it appears many investors continue to demand downside protection. The firm also noted that hedging activities by market makers could further amplify price volatility.

HypeStrat, a company that strategically accumulates HYPE (DAT), has purchased 600,000 HYPE, worth $40.6 million, over the past seven days, Hyperliquid News reported.

Tron has officially introduced a quantum-resistant signature feature on its Nile testnet, founder Justin Sun announced on X. The activated algorithm is named FN-DSA-512.

The share of BTC held by long-term holders continues to increase, but this does not signal new accumulation, according to on-chain analyst Darkfost. He noted that long-term holders currently possess about 15.6 million BTC, representing approximately 78% of the total circulating supply. Historically, these holders have significantly influenced price movements by selling large volumes at cycle peaks. The current rise in long-term holdings reflects BTC purchased around six months ago near the $90,000 price level. Darkfost suggested this increase could grow larger in August, as it will begin to include coins accumulated when Bitcoin's price fell below $60,000 in early February. This will also help confirm whether genuine buying pressure existed during that market dip. However, he cautioned against interpreting this metric as a sign of new buying from long-term holders. This is because UTXO (unspent transaction output) based indicators only classify BTC that has not moved for more than six months as a long-term holding. The main takeaway at this point, he explained, is that the volume of BTC newly qualifying as long-term holdings is outpacing the volume being sold by this cohort.

To gain a first-mover advantage in the rapidly growing tokenization market, companies should prioritize gaining practical experience in overseas markets rather than waiting for domestic legislation, according to Asian Web3 research and consulting firm Tiger Research. In a report titled "Start RWA Tokenization Abroad First," the firm noted that the Real-World Asset (RWA) market grew to between $25 billion and $36 billion in the first half of this year, proving its efficiency with features like automated interest payments and shorter settlement periods. However, the report states that financial firms face a significant hurdle due to a regulatory vacuum, as the lack of legal validity for distributed ledger records and inadequate investor protection frameworks create uncertainty. Tiger Research suggests that companies should consider entering countries with established regulations. Before expanding, firms should review key requirements such as establishing a local base, licensing, the assets to be tokenized, target investors, settlement currency, and custody and operational structures. The report highlights that the key is to accumulate practical operational capabilities by choosing a suitable path, whether it's entering regulated markets like Hong Kong, Singapore, and the U.S., or using on-chain native platforms like Ondo (ONDO) and Plume (PLUME) to accelerate market entry. "Large U.S. financial firms are currently leading the market by building their own platforms or gaining direct experience on Canton (CC), Solana (SOL), and Ethereum (ETH)," the firm emphasized. "It is crucial to quickly explore available paths rather than waiting for regulations."

Prominent trader Light (@lightcrypto) alleged in a post on X that Strategy (MSTR) may have sold 491 BTC on July 1. Light suggested that Strategy likely began selling BTC this week, warning that such sales could trigger a market-wide sell-off that would be disastrous for both MSTR shareholders and BTC holders. He added that if this selling becomes a regular occurrence, it would inevitably lead to long-term changes in the crypto market. While the community is questioning the authenticity of the rumor, most believe the sales are likely real. This sentiment is based on Strategy's introduction of a Digital Credit Capital Framework on June 30, under which its board approved the future sale of up to $1.25 billion in BTC. Strategy previously sold 32 BTC at an average price of $77,135 in early June.

Cryptocurrency skeptic Peter Schiff has described the memecoins TRUMP and MELANIA as tools for bribery rather than legitimate assets, designed to capture the attention of U.S. President Donald Trump. Speaking on a recent podcast, Schiff claimed that most investors in these tokens have lost money, BeInCrypto reported. He pointed to an event Trump hosted at the White House for large holders of the memecoin as evidence that it serves as an indirect bribe. Schiff added that only the Trump family profited from the memecoins, while the majority of investors lost their funds. Meanwhile, previous reports based on Trump's financial disclosures from last year indicated he had earned over $1 billion from the sale of tokens, including TRUMP and World Liberty Financial (WLFI).