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Cardano Activates Van Rossem Hard Fork to Optimize Smart Contracts

Cardano activated the Van Rossem hard fork on July 18, successfully upgrading the network to Protocol Version 11. The upgrade is designed to optimize smart contracts by making them faster and more cost-effective while simultaneously strengthening node security. By July 21, the blockchain had fully implemented the transition, marking a successful network enhancement.

Bitget Launches Industry-First Unified Account Integrating US Stock Tokens

Bitget launched the industry's first Cross-Asset Unified Account (UTA), featuring over 370 eligible assets. This new system allows 100 tokenized US stocks (rTokens) to serve as margin collateral alongside cryptocurrencies. Additionally, the platform introduced USDT-settled quanto perpetual futures, providing users with access to non-dollar stocks.

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Ethereum Breaks $1,800 Resistance Amid Growing ETF Optimism

Ethereum's price pushed back above the $1,800 key resistance level on July 15 as buyer confidence recovered. Market watchers attribute this price action to renewed momentum ahead of the anticipated Ethereum ETF listings. The breakout follows a previous testing of this resistance level, driven primarily by market anticipation of the upcoming exchange-traded fund launches.

SWIFT Blockchain Expansion Validates Ripple Infrastructure Thesis

SWIFT has launched its blockchain ledger with 17 participating banks, signaling a shift toward decentralized financial infrastructure. Ripple executive Michael Higgins noted that blockchain is becoming the foundation for 'Wall Street 2.0'. Additionally, Ripple Prime revenue tripled year-over-year following the $1.25 billion acquisition of Hidden Road.

Senator Lummis to Introduce Bitcoin Clarity Act for US Regulatory Framework

Senator Cynthia Lummis plans to introduce the Bitcoin Clarity Act before the August recess to establish a U.S. regulatory framework. While some Senate Democrats have opposed the bill, labeling it 'corrupt,' Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated on July 21 that the legislation is nearing passage. The act represents a significant step toward defining the legal status of bitcoin in the United States.

Crypto ETFs Snap 8-Week Outflow Streak with $282M Net Inflows

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs recorded $282 million in net inflows on July 12, snapping an eight-week streak of consecutive net outflows. During the second quarter of 2026, Bitcoin's performance aligned with gold but failed to keep pace with the S&P 500 rally. These figures mark a significant shift in investor sentiment following two months of steady withdrawals from crypto-based exchange-traded funds.

Bitcoin Reclaims $63K as Geopolitical Sentiment Improves

Bitcoin reclaimed the $63,000 threshold on Thursday, gaining 1.5% following Donald Trump's remarks regarding Iran seeking diplomatic engagement. Traders are currently monitoring a critical resistance zone between $64,500 and $65,225. Despite the upward movement, technical indicators such as MACD and Stochastic suggest bullish momentum exhaustion, with an overbought reading of 87.

Hyperscale Data Surpasses 1,000 Bitcoin Milestone in Corporate Treasury

Hyperscale Data announced that its corporate treasury has surpassed the 1,000 Bitcoin milestone, reaching 1,087.45 BTC as of July 19, 2026. The aggregate value of these holdings is approximately $70.3 million, following strategic acquisitions including 130 BTC during the second week of July. The company believes this treasury strategy enhances financial flexibility and supports its ongoing investments in AI data centers and robotics.

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