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Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced it will enable retail investors to participate in a tokenized IPO linked to SpaceX. Following this, SpaceX's valuation in crypto-traded pre-IPO markets recovered to reach $2.4 trillion after experiencing a sharp decline. This initiative marks a new bridge between digital asset markets and equity in the aerospace giant.
Bitcoin initiated a recovery wave above $62,000 following its worst weekly drop since the FTX collapse, which saw prices hit a cycle low below $59,000. The cryptocurrency stabilized around $63,259 with a 0.33% 24-hour gain, as the total crypto market cap rose to $2.18 trillion. Currently, BTC is consolidating as it attempts to clear the $64,500 resistance zone for further upward momentum.
Bitcoin faced an intensified short squeeze risk as bearish leverage reached $26 billion while prices held near $62,000. Funding rates on OKX hit an extreme negative of -453%, and the asset struggled to break above $65,000 due to heightened volatility. However, a steady decline in market-wide leverage was later observed, potentially mitigating the risks of mass liquidations.
Glassnode indicators, including LTH-SOPR and Supply in Profit, suggest a potential shift in Bitcoin's market cycle as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) hits record-low oversold levels. Despite analyst expectations of BTC dropping below $60,000, increased whale accumulation highlights a strategic buying opportunity. Meanwhile, some traders are shifting capital to alternative markets in search of higher volatility, indicating that bullish momentum has migrated from the crypto sector to other asset classes.
BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF saw a record $214M outflow on June 7 driven by institutional profit-taking. Following this, the firm filed updates with the SEC to launch the iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF (BITA), which will utilize a covered-call strategy to generate yield. The new fund will primarily trade against the IBIT ETF and carries a 0.65% annual sponsor fee.
SpaceX is preparing for a historic IPO with an expected valuation of $1.75 trillion, aiming to raise approximately $75 billion. The offering has drawn significant interest from Wall Street, potentially causing cryptocurrency traders to shift liquidity toward traditional equity markets. Analysts warn that this massive capital draw could pressure Bitcoin prices in the short term as SpaceX shares officially debuted on Friday.
Bybit announced it will provide retail investors access to tokenized IPOs at offering prices, featuring SpaceX as the inaugural offering. Concurrently, Kraken launched SpaceX IPO xStocks amid a broader surge in tokenized Real World Assets (RWAs). Other notable developments include WhiteBIT founder Volodymyr Nosov acquiring a stake in supercar maker Spyker, while prediction markets are currently experiencing faster growth than on-chain gambling platforms.
Bitcoin recorded its sharpest weekly decline since November 2022, closing the week of June 5, 2026, down by nearly 20%. While the cryptocurrency is testing long-term support levels with a potential rally target of $92,630, broader market risks persist. Specifically, potential deeper corrections in the Nasdaq index could further impact the performance of digital assets.
The cryptocurrency market lost nearly $390 billion in total market capitalization over a single week, marking its steepest decline since the FTX collapse. By June 7, Bitcoin and Ethereum saw sharp weekly drops of 17.3% and 22%, respectively. However, the market showed signs of recovery between June 11 and 12, with the total capitalization rising to $2.18 trillion. Technical indicators like the daily RSI are currently recovering toward neutral territory after hitting severe oversold levels.
The US ARMA bill proposes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve aiming for a 1 million BTC target with a mandatory 20-year holding period. Simultaneously, Delaware lawmakers advanced legislation to ban and remove all cryptocurrency kiosks within 90 days to combat fraud and predatory practices. Additionally, experts advocated before US lawmakers for Bitcoin tax reforms to simplify crypto transactions.
Bitcoin Treasury Capital launched Sweden's first Bitcoin-backed preferred stock with a 10% yield, while Bitcoin Standard Treasury nears its SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners. Simultaneously, Metaplanet agreed to acquire Japanese brokerage Siiibo Securities for $13.1 million, a deal slated to close in July 2026. This acquisition aims to establish a regulated platform, to be renamed Metaplanet Securities, for developing Bitcoin-linked yield investment products.
Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy, urged unity for Bitcoin's long-term success while hinting at fresh acquisitions despite the company's recent sale of 32 BTC. MicroStrategy currently maintains a reserve of 843,706 Bitcoin units, a position that sparked investor debate ahead of a key dividend amendment vote. At the BTC Prague conference, Saylor clarified that the 'Never Sell' mantra was intended as advice for individuals rather than a binding corporate policy, noting that he never stated the company could not sell its holdings.
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a return to net outflows, primarily driven by BlackRock's IBIT fund. This occurred as the Bitcoin price dropped below the critical $60,000 support level amid weakening investor sentiment. Subsequently, BlackRock filed Form 8-A with the U.S. SEC for its proposed iShares Bitcoin Premium Income ETF (BITA).
NYDIG revealed a massive $1.26 billion off-exchange sale of BlackRock's IBIT Bitcoin ETF, with the seller accepting a $29.5 million discount for an immediate exit. Concurrently, a New York judge froze proceedings involving nearly 40,000 dormant Bitcoin wallets holding approximately 3.8 million BTC. A related ownership lawsuit was stayed until July, as legal arguments emerge claiming that state lost-and-found statutes cannot be applied to crypto assets controlled by private keys.
Binance has launched commission-free trading for over 7,000 US stocks and ETFs for non-US users, with minimum buy orders starting at $5 via stablecoins. The platform also introduced bStocks on the BNB Chain, enabling the tokenization of equities for 24/7 trading similar to cryptocurrencies. This initiative is part of Binance's super app strategy to bridge traditional finance with on-chain assets.
XRP and Solana ETFs recorded significant net inflows in May and early June, with XRP attracting $131.94 million and Solana leading with $80 million via Bitwise. Conversely, Bitcoin and Ethereum investment products experienced notable capital outflows during the same period amid market volatility. Additionally, Ripple expanded its ecosystem by launching an AI Starter Kit and partnering with Mastercard to develop 'Agent Pay for Machines,' a payment network designed for AI agents using XRP and RLUSD.
Bitget has introduced 15 tokenized stocks and ETFs, including major tech names like Apple, Tesla, and Nvidia, as margin collateral for USDT-margined futures trading. Additionally, the Bitget Wallet expanded its DEX Aggregator API to support market-order trading for tokenized real-world assets (RWA). These developments occur as the on-chain value of tokenized RWAs reaches $31 billion, with tokenized equities accounting for $1.6 billion of that total.
U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs ended significant outflow streaks on June 6, with Bitcoin ETFs recording $3.05 million in net inflows after losing over $4.4 billion since mid-May. Ether ETFs snapped a 17-session withdrawal streak with $19.3 million in inflows, led by BlackRock’s ETHA. By June 10, Ether ETFs continued to attract liquidity with $82 million in net inflows, while Bitcoin spot ETFs reversed back to net outflows totaling $91 million.
Bitcoin tested critical support at $60,000 following $10 billion in spot ETF outflows and a surge in whale deposits to exchanges. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) hit its most oversold levels since 2020 as traders weighed capital rotation into the AI sector. Prices eventually stabilized near $61,739 after MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor hinted at potential further Bitcoin acquisitions.
Crypto markets are awaiting the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting to determine interest rate directions, which directly impact high-risk assets like Bitcoin. While experts remain optimistic about U.S. stocks, the Fed meeting is identified as the primary market catalyst. The Federal Reserve is expected to adopt a hawkish tone and consider concrete steps to shrink its balance sheet, potentially steepening global yield curves.
Morgan Stanley Wealth Management partnered with Galaxy Digital to allow eligible clients to lend digital assets in exchange for crypto ETP shares. This initiative aims to facilitate in-kind conversions of digital assets into spot Bitcoin ETFs. Additionally, the bank has started offering loans against spot Bitcoin ETF holdings with a 50% loan-to-value (LTV) ratio.
Ripple-backed SBI Holdings has secured management of the Solana treasury operations for Tokyo-listed firm WIZE. Following this, its subsidiary SBI Shinsei Bank launched a crypto rewards program offering incentives in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP to depositors. Meanwhile, Forward Industries is seeking to acquire smaller Solana DAT competitors at a premium as their managed net asset values decline alongside the falling price of SOL.
MicroStrategy Executive Chairman Michael Saylor urged balance within the Bitcoin ecosystem, identifying four essential camps to avoid a conflict between 'purity' and 'adoption'. Concurrently, the company's top executives promoted their Bitcoin strategy on social media platforms. Additionally, shareholders are currently voting on a proposal to implement twice-monthly preferred stock dividend payments.
MicroStrategy is facing significant funding hurdles as unrealized losses on its Bitcoin holdings reached a record $10.8 billion, causing its stock to drop 5.5% to its lowest level since mid-April. Following disclosures of selling 32 BTC and over 800,000 shares, analysts noted the company's diminished ability to accumulate more Bitcoin at current share prices. Despite these challenges, MicroStrategy's CEO reaffirmed the company's commitment to its cryptocurrency strategy and rejected rumors of any changes to its investment approach.
