Morgan Stanley Nears Launch of Ethereum & Solana ETFs

MorganStanley has amended its S-1 filings for spot Ethereum and Solana ETFs, signaling that approval and launch could be just around the corner.

Read more:https://coingape.com/morgan-stanley-ethereum-solana-etfs-near-launch-bloomberg-analyst-confirms/

🚨Crypto exchanges are no longer just about #Bitcoin. 📈

From #stocks and #forex to gold, oil, and global indices, #crypto platforms are evolving into all-in-one trading hubs. But what's driving this shift, and what does it mean for traders?

Read More:https://coingape.com/blog/why-are-crypto-exchanges-pushing-into-stocks-forex-and-commodities/

📈 INSIGHT: According to Glassnode, Hyperliquid traders are holding larger BTC long positions than during Bitcoin's previous rally to $83K, reflecting strong bullish sentiment.

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📌 8 Prediction Market Tools Traders Should Know in 2026

Most people are competing with #AI while still using spreadsheets.
The edge today isn't just making the right Prediction ,it's having better data, faster signals, and smarter tools.

From Polymarket and Kalshi analytics dashboards to whale trackers, AI-powered research platforms, real-time APIs, and arbitrage scanners, we reviewed the tools helping #Traders, researchers, and developers navigate prediction markets.

Explore the full toolkit 👇
https://coingape.com/best-prediction-market-tools/

⚽ Spain Leads Polymarket World Cup Odds at 58%

#Polymarket World Cup trading has crossed $4B in volume, with $32M traded ahead of the England vs. Argentina semifinal.

Read More:https://coingape.com/spain-at-58-on-polymarket-as-england-argentina-decides-world-cup-finalist/

⚽1winToken Launches Dedicated FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Markets

#1win has introduced a dedicated FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction hub, allowing fans to make simple Yes/No #predictions on tournament storylines.

Read More:https://coingape.com/press-releases/1win-launches-dedicated-fifa-world-cup-2026-prediction-markets/

🇺🇸 TODAY: President Trump says U.S. inflation is “way down” and pledged to bring it down even further.

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📈 #Bitcoin Price Reclaims $65K as Oil Hits $85

#Bitcoin (BTC) climbed above $65,000 despite Brent crude oil surging to $85 after President Trump reinstated the blockade on Iranian ports.

Read More:https://coingape.com/markets/bitcoin-price-outlook-as-oil-surges-to-85-after-trump-reinstates-blockade-on-iranian-ports/

🇯🇵 Japan Advances Major Crypto Reform

Japan has passed a landmark crypto bill that introduces stricter insider trading rules, tougher penalties for market abuse, and a proposed flat 20% tax on crypto gains, replacing rates of up to 55%.

The reforms also move digital assets under securities-style regulation, paving the way for potential Bitcoin and crypto ETFs in the future.

🔗 Full story: https://coingape.com/japan-passes-bill-to-crackdown-on-crypto-insider-trading-reduce-tax-to-20/

🚨 JUST IN: 🇺🇸 U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) fell to 5.5%, coming in below market expectations.

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📈 Pi Network Rebounds

Pi Network (PI) jumped 15% after bouncing from a record low, as Bitcoin climbed above $64K and lifted broader crypto market sentiment.

PI now needs to hold $0.080 support and break above $0.095 to strengthen the recovery, while exchange-held PI remains relatively low at around $40M.

🔗 Know more: https://coingape.com/markets/pi-network-price-jumps-15-as-btc-breaks-above-64k-will-rally-continue/

🎁 Binance Launches XRP Airdrop for RLUSD Holders

Binance will distribute $800,000 worth of XRP to eligible RLUSD holders between July 17 and August 14.

Users holding RLUSD in eligible Earn, Margin, or Futures accounts and meeting trading requirements can qualify for weekly XRP rewards, a move that could further boost interest in Ripple’s stablecoin ecosystem.

🔗 Know more: https://coingape.com/binance-announces-major-xrp-airdrop-for-rlusd-stablecoin-holders/

🏦 Wall Street Tests Tokenized Securities

BlackRock, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and nearly 40 financial firms have joined the DTCC’s pilot to tokenize stocks, ETFs, and U.S. Treasurys.

The trial begins today with assets including Microsoft, Circle, and select ETFs, while the full tokenization program is scheduled to launch in October.

🔗 Know more: https://coingape.com/blackrock-jpmorgan-goldman-sachs-join-dtcc-trial-to-tokenize-stocks-treasurys/

🏛️ CLARITY Act Faces Fresh Political Hurdle

Democratic Senators Chris Murphy and Jeff Merkley criticized the CLARITY Act, calling for stronger ethics provisions after President Trump’s financial disclosures reportedly showed $1.4B in crypto-related earnings.

Despite the pushback, Senator Cynthia Lummis says the bill’s final text is ready, with a Senate floor vote expected between July 15 and July 20.

🔗 Know more: https://coingape.com/clarity-act-in-crisis-democratic-senators-label-bill-corrupt-over-trumps-1-4b-crypto-windfall/

🚨 NEW: 🇺🇸 The U.S. Mint will strike a $1 gold coin featuring President Trump to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary.

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