Proof of Play to shut down after blockchain gaming thesis falls short
The a16z-backed studio will open-source Pirate Nation assets, while an independent foundation continues supporting the PIRATE token.
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TD Cowen initiates Circle Internet Group at buy with $82 price target, betting on USDC’s infrastructure play
Circle's strategic pivot to financial infrastructure could redefine stablecoin market dynamics, challenging traditional revenue models. The post TD Co...
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Mexico City’s 500 football pitch renovation highlights crypto’s missing play in World Cup 2026
The absence of crypto in Mexico City's World Cup preparations signals a shift in sports sponsorship trends, impacting future crypto investments. The p...
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UK chip startup OLIX secures $312M to scale frontier inference, and it matters for crypto’s AI play
Olix's funding surge highlights the potential shift in AI infrastructure, challenging traditional GPU dominance and impacting crypto's AI integration....
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YGG Play Shuts Down Services as Yield Guild Pivots to AI Data
Yield Guild's own sunset document retires the YGGPlay.fun site, Launchpad and questing platform by August 1, while GIGACHADBAT and Ragnarok Breaker co...
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Legal Analysis of Using USDC in the EU Under MiCA
Stablecoins now play a central role in crypto payments, cross border settlements, trading, and treasury operations. In the European Union, their use i...
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Binance disappears from Google Play in certain EU countries
Binance’s Android app is unavailable on Google Play in some EU markets amid scrutiny over MiCA compliance.
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SparkKitty malware infiltrates App Store and Google Play to steal crypto seed phrases from photos
The infiltration highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures and user awareness to protect sensitive crypto information. The post SparkK...
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Bitcoin’s 200-Week MA Is Back in Play: Why It Matters for BTC’s Price
Bitcoin is in a mid-term accumulation phase whose results could emerge over the next two months, the analyst said.
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Ethereum Price Analysis: ETH Hits a Decision Point as Major Resistance Comes Into Play
After staging an impressive rebound from its local bottom, Ethereum is beginning to test increasingly important resistance levels. The coming sessions...
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After Binance and Bybit, OKX App Removed From Google Play in the Philippines
The OKX exchange app is no longer available on the Google Play Store in the Philippines, marking the latest platform affected by the SEC's enforcement...
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Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Rally Loses Steam as Historical Resistance Comes Into Play
Bitcoin’s latest rally has carried the asset back into an area where sellers have previously regained control. The coming sessions should reveal wheth...
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Google fined €890M by EU for favoring its own apps, marking first major DMA enforcement action
EU fines Google 890M under the Digital Markets Act for self-preferencing in Search and restricting Play Store developers, with implications for The po...
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Samsung emerges as value play in AI memory chips as HBM sales set to triple
Samsung's HBM chip sales are set to triple in 2026 with a 19-fold jump in operating profit, positioning it as a value play in AI memory The post Samsu...
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Democrats Reject Latest CLARITY Act Draft Over Ethics, Illicit Finance Concerns
The lawmakers objected to giving the DOJ sole enforcement power, arguing state attorney generals should also play a role.
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EU fines Alphabet €890M for Google Search, Play Store violations
EU fines Alphabet 890 million for search and Play Store violations. Alphabet's chance to be the second-largest company at 2.1% YES. The post EU fines ...
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World Cup final’s 46 fouls highlight the growing collision between sports physicality and fair play standards
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina recorded 46 fouls, the tournament's highest, raising questions about officiating and sports The p...
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Vanguard Group boosts Strategy stake by $8M, now holds $209M in Bitcoin proxy play
Vanguard's Mid-Cap Value ETF added 83,093 MicroStrategy shares worth $8M, bringing total MSTR holdings to $209M and giving index fund investors indire...
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Lamine Yamal makes history as first teenager in both Euros and World Cup finals, and crypto is already trying to cash in
Lamine Yamal becomes the first teenager to play in both a Euros and World Cup final, while unofficial $YAMAL fan tokens emerge on Solana with minimal ...
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FIFA World Cup 2026’s long-range goal surge is quietly fueling crypto’s biggest sports play yet
The 2026 FIFA World Cup's 35 long-range goals are driving fan engagement that benefits Kraken, Avalanche, Chainlink, and Solana memecoins in the crypt...
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Maignan concedes six as England beats France 6-4 in World Cup play-off
France's Mike Maignan conceded six goals in a World Cup play-off loss to England. Maignan winning the Golden Glove at 2026 World Cup at 0.1% YES. The ...
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FIFA’s unpopular hydration breaks are a billion-dollar ad play, and crypto is quietly embedded in the strategy
FIFA plans to review unpopular World Cup hydration breaks worth over $1B in ad revenue, while its digital collectibles platform runs on Avalanche The ...
Jul 18open_in_new
Google Gemini AI Reveals Shocking Solana Price Target for 2026
Gemini AI predicts remarkable Solana price increases ahead. Find out how market dynamics play a crucial role in these predictions. The post Google Ge...
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Zinedine Zidane named France’s next head coach, and crypto’s biggest sports play is still wide open
Zinedine Zidane will become France's next head coach after Deschamps, with a formal signing expected before July 21. The deal has zero crypto ties. Th...
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FIFA’s crypto play scores big as Argentina meets Spain in 2026 World Cup final
Argentina meets Spain in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. Here's what the match means for crypto, fan tokens, and FIFA's blockchain strate...
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Messi’s World Cup magic is moving more than just scoreboards, it’s moving fan token markets
Messi's 2026 World Cup brilliance is driving $ARG fan token trading volumes higher on Chiliz, as Xabi Alonso praises the 39-year-old's exceptional pla...
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FIFA World Cup 2026 championship rings signal deeper crypto play than you’d expect
The 2026 World Cup's crypto integration could reshape sports marketing, offering new investment opportunities and regulatory challenges. The post FIFA...
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Crypto Gambler Lost $1.5 Million After Argentina Beat England in the World Cup: Details
Lionel Messi will play in his second consecutive World Cup final, yet that wasn't good news for one trader.
Jul 16open_in_new
Lamine Yamal expected to play in World Cup final despite thigh bandage
Yamal's participation highlights the resilience and strategic depth of Spain's squad, impacting their tactical approach in the final. The post Lamine ...
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Argentina’s World Cup foul play sparks betting market questions as crypto sportsbooks boom
The inconsistency in foul penalties raises concerns about fairness and transparency, potentially impacting the integrity of sports betting. The post A...
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