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Brazilian fintech company Meritus (B3 exchange: CASH3) announced a $1.13 billion fundraising plan to purchase additional Bitcoin. They aim to expand their cryptocurrency portfolio through this fundraising.

Bitcoin physical ETFs in the US experienced a net outflow after 10 days of inflow, with $359 million leaving on the 29th. Ethereum ETFs, on the other hand, saw a continued net inflow for 9 days, totaling $92 million on the 29th.

SharpLink Gaming, a NASDAQ-listed sports gaming affiliate company, plans to use most of the funds from a $1 billion stock issuance to purchase Ethereum (ETH), as revealed in its Form S-3 ASR filing with the SEC. This move follows a $425 million private placement and has attracted major investors like Consensys. CEO Rob Phythian sees this as a significant milestone for the company as its stock price (NASDAQ: SBET) surged tenfold this week due to the Ethereum financial strategy adoption.

Progress towards asset recovery: Cetus, a DEX on Sui, approved a special transaction proposal to move stolen crypto assets for return. Plans include upgrading protocols, moving assets to a multisig address, and returning them to original owners. Governance approval was at 90.9%. Future plans involve upgrading protocols, sending frozen assets to a multisig wallet, recovery efforts, and reopening core product functions within a week. Evaluation varies between asset protection and concerns about validator intervention and centralization of power. The price of Cetus' token, CETUS, was significantly impacted by the issue.

Bitcoin drops below $105,000 in a significant market decline triggered by concerns over new trade tensions and ex-President Trump's social media posts. Altcoins like ETH, XRP, SOL, ADA, and DOGE also record notable losses. Market cap decreases by 4.5%. Core PCE index up 2.5% YoY. Analysts predict Bitcoin to rebound to $130-150k after dropping to $100k temporarily. Next key event: June 17-18 FOMC meeting.

Bitcoin's movement has drawn attention as large investors purchased over 20,000BTC in two days, signaling a significant influx of funds. Such buying is seen as bullish and could boost investor confidence and participation. Trading data suggests increasing outflows and varied activities among investors, including speculation around Michael Saylor's involvement in significant purchases.

SEC received applications for ETH and SOL ETFs with staking features. These products offer additional rewards to investors, marking a shift in ETF revenue structures. The SEC's evolving stance on staking activities signals potential approval for these innovative ETFs.

Trump Media & Technology Group announced the completion of a private fundraising round targeting about 50 institutional investors, raising approximately $24.4 billion in total, with $23.2 billion allocated to Bitcoin and general corporate purposes. CEO Devin Nunes emphasized the acquisition of quality assets. The company aims to become one of the largest Bitcoin-holding public companies in the US, adding Bitcoin holdings to its balance sheet alongside its existing cash reserves.

Fowler discovered a database with over 184 million login credentials exposed. The data leak includes various accounts like social media, banking, and government portals. The InfoStealer malware is suspected to have collected this data. Security risks include credential stuffing attacks and ATO, impacting individuals, organizations, and governments. Users are advised to enhance password management, enable 2FA, monitor accounts, protect cryptocurrencies, and use reliable security software to safeguard against cyber threats.

Michael Saylor discussed "21 Paths to Wealth" at the Bitcoin 2025 conference, emphasizing Bitcoin as a capital asset and advocating for long-term investment in it. He outlined key principles and highlighted Japan's Metaplanet's Bitcoin accumulation strategy. Saylor's insights provide a comprehensive guide for cryptocurrency investment strategies from individual investors to corporations.

New Jersey's Bergen County partners with Balcony to tokenize 370,000 real estate certificates on AVAX blockchain, enhancing efficiency and security in land registry management. This innovative approach aims to streamline processes and provide improved services to residents, reducing fraud risks and delays.

The proposed CLARITY Act in the US aims to classify most cryptocurrencies as commodities rather than securities, aiming for clearer regulation and supervision in the digital asset market, especially focusing on innovative financial products like DeFi.

Bitcoin hit an all-time high last week but faced a brief decline due to external factors. While bullish momentum continues, overbought signals and profit levels suggest potential short-term adjustments around $120,000 resistance.

The Ethereum Foundation might be shifting from selling ETH to utilizing DeFi for funding, decreasing selling pressure and increasing DeFi credibility. This move has garnered both positive and cautious support within the community.

Paris Saint-Germain FC (PSG) has revealed their adoption of Bitcoin (BTC) as part of their financial strategy since last year, aiming to appeal to younger fans. PSG Lab director, Pal Hergoson, announced the club's Bitcoin investments at a conference in Las Vegas. The specific amount of Bitcoin held by PSG is currently undisclosed.