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Fidelity International joins JPMorgan's blockchain-based tokenized network
Fidelity International has joined JPMorgan's Tokenized Collateral Network (TCN), which operates on Onyx Digital Assets, JPMorgan’s private blockchain based on Ethereum. This partnership allows Fidelity to tokenize shares of its money market fund, enhancing efficiency and stability during market stress by enabling direct collateral posting without redemption to cash. The network, which completed its first tokenized transaction last October, aims to expand tokenization across various asset classes. Fidelity's participation adds a new asset to the network, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to digital assets.
Indiana Vows Uninterrupted Energy Supply for Crypto Miners and Data Centers
Indiana is aiming to attract data centers and crypto mining operations by promising uninterrupted and low-cost energy and water supplies. Key players like Meta, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and AboutBit are investing or planning to build facilities in the state. Although financial incentives are offered, cryptocurrency miners are excluded from these state programs. Indiana officials assure ample resources to support these industries, with Amazon committing $11 billion to the state. AboutBit has already established a sustainable crypto mining facility next to the Merom Generating Station. Bitcoin mining in the U.S. has consumed significant power in 2024, with rising costs post-Bitcoin halving, highlighting the energy-intensive nature of the industry.
Australia Cracks Down on Online Gambling with Crypto and Credit Card Ban
Australia has banned the use of cryptocurrencies and credit cards for online gambling to protect citizens from overspending. Companies failing to comply face fines up to 234,750 Australian dollars ($155,000). The ban includes credit cards linked to digital wallets and various forms of credit, although online lottery payments are exempt. The ban aligns with land-based gambling laws and took effect on June 11 after a six-month transition period. The move aims to help people manage their gambling behavior better and prevent them from shifting to less-regulated gambling types.
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Overnight, Bitcoin experienced some downward pressure following the release of ETF data, marking the first outflows in over two weeks. Additionally, ahead of the Federal Reserve announcement scheduled for Wednesday at 2pm EST, market participants are adjusting their exposure. Bids are accumulating within the range of 66,000 to 66,500, while sell orders are also forming between 68,000 and 68,500. Given the morning surge in the stock market, there's an expectation for Bitcoin to potentially mirror this trajectory.
Examining the US BTC ETF landscape, there was a notable shift from over two weeks of inflows to outflows on Monday, totaling $64.9 million. Four providers reported outflows, contrasting with only two reporting inflows. While recent inflows appeared robust, market discussions suggest they may be driven by institutions engaging in non-directional basis trades rather than outright bullish positions. This strategy involves taking long positions in BTC ETFs while simultaneously shorting BTC perpetual futures, a tactic influenced by the current stable funding rate dynamics.
In the meme sector, a significant sell-off occurred as GameStop's losses continued to mount. The Solana-based meme token GME, which satirizes the company, saw a 25% decline, reversing a remarkable 200% rally witnessed over the past seven days.
In response to escalating inflation, Democratic lawmakers are urging the Federal Reserve to contemplate interest rate cuts. They argue that the current tight monetary policy exacerbates inflationary pressures and advocate for a more accommodative stance to support economic expansion. This plea arises amidst internal Federal Reserve debates concerning the appropriate response to inflationary trends and broader economic indicators.
On the political front, a Senate bill proposes subjecting cryptocurrencies to US sanctions, potentially impacting the global operations of the industry. However, industry stakeholders are actively engaging with policymakers to advocate for a more balanced regulatory approach and to mitigate adverse outcomes. The bill aims to address concerns regarding the illicit use of cryptocurrencies, particularly in circumventing sanctions. Supporters assert that such measures are imperative for national security, while critics caution against unintended consequences that could impede innovation and legitimate cryptocurrency usage.
In other developments, Cardano's Voltaire phase, representing the final stage of its roadmap towards establishing a fully decentralized blockchain ecosystem, is slated for June. This milestone will introduce governance features to the blockchain, enabling ADA holders to participate in decision-making processes.
Meanwhile, stock futures edged lower on Tuesday as investors await the commencement of June's Federal Reserve policy meeting. The meeting, concluding on Wednesday, will feature an interest rate policy decision and a subsequent press conference led by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Before the Fed's decision, investors will closely monitor the consumer price index reading for May.
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