Micron's earnings report lifts SK Hynix's stock price 11%, trader 'yixie' expands their unrealized profit to $1.3 million.
According to Hyperinsight monitoring, Micron’s Q3 financial results exceeded all expectations, driving peer SK Hynix’s stock to rally nearly 11% from its recent low. On the Hyperliquid platform, SKHYNIX is currently trading at $1,821, up 6.2% in the past 24 hours. Prominent trader yixie (X: @yixie10) nearly doubled his principal during this rally; he is now holding a 2x long position of 2,289 SKHYNIX contracts at an average entry price of ~$1,239.9. Fueled by the rally, the position’s unrealized profit has expanded to $1.37 million, a 96% gain. As of press time, the trader boasts an 85% win rate in semiconductor storage stock trades since opening positions this year, with total historical profits of $6.68 million, including $4.25 million from Micron Technology trades. Address: 0xa65ce1d604fa901c13aa29f2126a57d9032e412b – HyperInsight Bot is now live. Add @HyperInsightBot to your Telegram group and set it as an admin (enable message sending permission) to automatically sync on-chain news.
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STRC drops to near $80, marking another new all-time low.
According to Bitget market data, Strategy’s preferred stock STRC has dropped to a low of $80.26, hitting a new all-time low since its listing. Calculated based on a $100 par value, the current discount has reached 20%.
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OKX will launch CARDS spot trading today.
According to an official announcement, OKX will launch spot trading for CARDS (Collector Crypt) today. CARDS deposits will open at 18:00 UTC+8 on June 25, pre-ordering for the CARDS/USDT trading pair will run from 19:00 to 20:00 UTC+8, spot trading will officially commence at 20:00 UTC+8, and withdrawal functions will be available at 22:00 UTC+8.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps warned that any vessels using the Strait of Hormuz route without Tehran's approval will be targeted.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a stern warning to international shipping on Wednesday, stating that any new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz established without coordination with Tehran is unacceptable and dangerous, and threatening to take direct action against vessels that ignore its orders. The IRGC declared that vessels can only safely transit the Strait of Hormuz via routes designated by Iran. The IRGC Navy added that all vessels seeking to transit the strait must coordinate with the Iranian military via International Maritime Distress and Safety Frequency Channel 16, a requirement that effectively places Iranian military approval at the core of all commercial shipping transiting this key chokepoint. (Jinshi)
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A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions has an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, a whale holding 120,000 ETH in long positions added $8 million in margin in the early hours. Currently, the total unrealized loss on its ETH long positions across four linked addresses stands at approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the significant paper losses, there remains a large buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC is still held on-chain to replenish margin, resulting in low short-term liquidation risk.
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions is sitting on an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, the whale holding a long position of 120,000 ETH added $8 million in margin again in the early hours. Currently, the ETH long positions across its four associated addresses have accumulated an unrealized loss of approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the massive unrealized loss, there is still a significant buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC are still held on-chain to supplement margin, leading to low short-term liquidation risk.
Quick Answer: XRP is trading at $1.17 on June 18, 2026, down 2.52% as the post-FOMC selloff continues. The defining XRP news this week is legislative: the CLARITY Act cleared the Senate Banking Committee 15-9 in May and has been placed on the Senate floor legislative calendar on June 1 — meaning a full Senate vote can happen at any time. Polymarket prices 2026 passage at 72%. If the bill passes before the July 4 target set by the White House, XRP’s digital commodity status becomes permanent federal law — a classification that no future administration can reverse with a memo. Standard Chartered and JPMorgan both project $4–8 billion in XRP ETF inflows under that scenario, three to six times the $1.44 billion accumulated to date. XRP exchange reserves have fallen to a 7-year low of 1.6 billion tokens. Whale wallets holding 10M+ XRP now control 68.5% of circulating supply — the highest concentration since May 2018.
Key Takeaways
CLARITY Act is on the Senate floor legislative calendar — a full Senate vote can now happen at any time, with the White House targeting July 4 signing The bill cleared Senate Banking Committee 15-9 in May, with all 13 Republicans voting yes after Sen. John Kennedy committed his support — the bipartisan vote was cleaner than feared XRP exchange reserves at a 7-year low of 1.6 billion tokens — 50% below the October 2025 peak of 3.76 billion, compressing available sell-side liquidity to multi-year lows RLUSD reached $1.7B market cap, ranking as the 8th-largest stablecoin globally — Mastercard added RLUSD to its 24/7 settlement network on June 3; Ripple is pursuing a Federal Reserve master account Post-FOMC pressure is the dominant short-term headwind: hawkish dot plot (9 Fed members projecting hike) outweighs XRP-specific positives in the near term — but the structural setup has rarely been this clean XRP Price Today: $1.17, Absorbing FOMC Hawkishness XRP is at $1.17 on June 18, down 2.52% with a market cap of $73.02 billion and 24-hour volume of $1.91 billion — up 14%. Of the 100 billion maximum supply, 62.05 billion circulate across 535,830 holders. Fully diluted valuation is $117.68 billion.
Today’s move is entirely macro-driven. Yesterday’s FOMC dot plot — 9 of 18 members projecting a rate hike by year-end, PCE revised to 3.6% — reset rate expectations across all risk assets. XRP is not immune to that. But what separates XRP from most assets in the current environment is the independence of its primary catalyst: the CLARITY Act moves on legislative, not monetary, logic.
The SEC case against Ripple concluded in August 2025 with a joint dismissal of appeals, confirming XRP is not a security when sold on public exchanges. Ripple paid a reduced $50 million penalty with $75 million returned as part of the settlement. Both the SEC and CFTC currently view XRP as a digital commodity, but that classification has not been written into law. An executive agency classification can be reversed by the next administration with a memo. A statute cannot. The CLARITY Act changes that permanently.
Key levels:
Resistance: $1.20 (psychological), then $1.28–$1.30 (June 15 high) Support: $1.10 (critical), then $1.00 (psychological floor) The CLARITY Act: Where It Stands Right Now The CLARITY Act was officially added to the Senate legislative calendar on June 1, after clearing the Senate Banking Committee. The next step is a full Senate vote, after which it will be sent to President Trump for signing.
The CLARITY Act passed the House 294 to 134 and cleared the Senate Banking Committee 15 to 9. The Senate floor vote is the decisive gate. The bill needs 60 votes to clear the filibuster — meaning at least 7 Democrats must cross over. The committee vote passed 15-9 with some bipartisan support, which is the baseline Democrats need to replicate on the floor.
Why 60 votes matters: The Senate has 53 Republicans. A 60-vote threshold requires 7 Democrats. The senators to watch are Warner and Cortez Masto — those votes are the hardest part of getting to 60. The Reed stablecoin amendment that nearly derailed the committee markup was defeated, keeping the bipartisan compromise language intact — a positive signal for floor vote prospects.
Prediction markets have priced 2026 signing odds around 72%. The White House has set a July 4 signing target. Senate floor time between now and July 4 is limited — the bill needs to be scheduled and voted before the Independence Day recess.
What passage does for XRP specifically: A clear commodity classification removes listing hesitancy. Exchanges that stayed cautious during the legal fight could deepen XRP support, tightening spreads and improving liquidity. Institutions need regulatory certainty before allocating. Clear rules strengthen the case for more XRP ETF products and larger inflows, building on the spot ETFs already live.
The Supply Story: Exchange Reserves at 7-Year Lows XRP exchange reserves fell to a 7-year low of 1.6 billion tokens this year, a 50% drop from October 2025’s 3.76 billion peak, compressing sell-side liquidity to multi-year lows.
This is one of the most consequential structural developments for XRP’s price setup. When exchange reserves fall this sharply, the coins leaving exchanges are going to private custody — not being sold. The implication: the supply available for large sell orders on exchanges is structurally thinner than at any point in seven years.
The number of wallets holding 10,000 or more XRP has hit an all-time high of 332,230. The millionaire tier — wallets holding over one million XRP — added 42 new addresses since January and accumulated 1.2 billion tokens in Q1 alone, the heaviest quarterly accumulation since 2023. Mega whale wallets holding 10 million or more XRP now control approximately 45.83 billion tokens, representing 68.5% of circulating supply — the highest concentration since May 2018.
The mechanism: when 68.5% of supply is controlled by conviction holders who are actively accumulating, and exchange reserves are at 7-year lows, even moderate institutional buying pressure produces outsized price moves. The float is thin. The buyers are patient. The catalyst — CLARITY Act — is binary and approaching.
RLUSD and ODL: The Utility Case Strengthening Independently While the CLARITY Act is the legislative catalyst, Ripple’s on-chain infrastructure has been strengthening independently in June 2026.
RLUSD has grown to approximately $1.7 billion in market cap, ranking as the eighth-largest stablecoin globally and live across more than 40 networks. On June 3, Mastercard added RLUSD to its 24/7 on-chain settlement network alongside USDC and PYUSD.
Ripple is also pursuing a Federal Reserve master account, a process currently paused until end of 2026. A Fed master account would allow Ripple to settle transactions directly with the Federal Reserve’s payment system — removing commercial bank intermediaries and dramatically reducing the cost of ODL corridor transactions. It is potentially the most significant operational milestone in Ripple’s history, but it is a 2027 story at the earliest.
Ripple, JPMorgan, Mastercard, and Ondo Finance completed a live cross-border tokenized US Treasury settlement on the XRP Ledger that finalized in under five seconds. This is not speculative — it is a completed transaction by the largest financial institutions in the world, settling real assets on Ripple’s infrastructure. The XRPL’s real-world asset capabilities are being validated in production, not just theory.
Price Scenarios: What CLARITY Act Means in Dollar Terms From around $1.17 where XRP trades now, the key scenarios are: a failed Senate vote points back toward the $0.80–$1.00 range; passage near the recess supports a re-rating to $1.60–$2.20; and passage plus renewed ETF inflows and a softer Fed opens up the $2.50–$3.50 price range.
Standard Chartered projected $4 billion to $8 billion in cumulative XRP ETF inflows by year-end if the bill passes. With flows of such volume, XRP would most likely break the current resistance, retest its 200-day moving average at $1.80, and have the runway to push toward higher targets like $3–5 by late 2026.
The bear case: If Tim Scott doesn’t schedule the markup before Memorial Day recess on May 21, or if the markup happens but Republicans can’t unify the committee vote, the bill will most likely be shelved until 2030. That deadline has now passed — the committee vote cleared 15-9. The next hard deadline is the July 4 recess. If the Senate floor vote does not happen before July 4, the next viable legislative window is after the November 2026 midterms.
For context on the current macro environment affecting all crypto assets, see our daily market update for June 18.
ETF Flows: $1.44 Billion, UBS and Bank of America Positioned US spot XRP ETFs have accumulated $1.44 billion in cumulative net inflows since their November 2025 launch across seven products. May 2026 was the strongest single month with $132 million. UBS and Bank of America took first-time XRP ETF stakes in May — the first tier-1 global banks to allocate directly to XRP products. Goldman Sachs allocated $154 million in Q1 2026.
Some of that CLARITY Act move may already be in the price, because the market has watched this bill advance for months. So the real question is not whether clarity helps XRP, but how much of the waiting money actually moves once the bill is law, and how much already has.
The honest assessment: the ETF bid is real and growing. The question of how much is already priced is legitimate. What is not priced is the pension fund and sovereign wealth fund allocation tier — those institutional buyers legally cannot allocate under agency guidance. They need a statute. The CLARITY Act is that statute.
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This article does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency markets are volatile. Always conduct independent research before making investment decisions.
Micron's earnings report lifts SK Hynix's stock price 11%, trader 'yixie' expands their unrealized profit to $1.3 million.
According to Hyperinsight monitoring, Micron’s Q3 financial results exceeded all expectations, driving peer SK Hynix’s stock to rally nearly 11% from its recent low. On the Hyperliquid platform, SKHYNIX is currently trading at $1,821, up 6.2% in the past 24 hours. Prominent trader yixie (X: @yixie10) nearly doubled his principal during this rally; he is now holding a 2x long position of 2,289 SKHYNIX contracts at an average entry price of ~$1,239.9. Fueled by the rally, the position’s unrealized profit has expanded to $1.37 million, a 96% gain. As of press time, the trader boasts an 85% win rate in semiconductor storage stock trades since opening positions this year, with total historical profits of $6.68 million, including $4.25 million from Micron Technology trades. Address: 0xa65ce1d604fa901c13aa29f2126a57d9032e412b – HyperInsight Bot is now live. Add @HyperInsightBot to your Telegram group and set it as an admin (enable message sending permission) to automatically sync on-chain news.
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STRC drops to near $80, marking another new all-time low.
According to Bitget market data, Strategy’s preferred stock STRC has dropped to a low of $80.26, hitting a new all-time low since its listing. Calculated based on a $100 par value, the current discount has reached 20%.
2 minutes ago
OKX will launch CARDS spot trading today.
According to an official announcement, OKX will launch spot trading for CARDS (Collector Crypt) today. CARDS deposits will open at 18:00 UTC+8 on June 25, pre-ordering for the CARDS/USDT trading pair will run from 19:00 to 20:00 UTC+8, spot trading will officially commence at 20:00 UTC+8, and withdrawal functions will be available at 22:00 UTC+8.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps warned that any vessels using the Strait of Hormuz route without Tehran's approval will be targeted.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a stern warning to international shipping on Wednesday, stating that any new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz established without coordination with Tehran is unacceptable and dangerous, and threatening to take direct action against vessels that ignore its orders. The IRGC declared that vessels can only safely transit the Strait of Hormuz via routes designated by Iran. The IRGC Navy added that all vessels seeking to transit the strait must coordinate with the Iranian military via International Maritime Distress and Safety Frequency Channel 16, a requirement that effectively places Iranian military approval at the core of all commercial shipping transiting this key chokepoint. (Jinshi)
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A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions has an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, a whale holding 120,000 ETH in long positions added $8 million in margin in the early hours. Currently, the total unrealized loss on its ETH long positions across four linked addresses stands at approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the significant paper losses, there remains a large buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC is still held on-chain to replenish margin, resulting in low short-term liquidation risk.
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions is sitting on an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, the whale holding a long position of 120,000 ETH added $8 million in margin again in the early hours. Currently, the ETH long positions across its four associated addresses have accumulated an unrealized loss of approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the massive unrealized loss, there is still a significant buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC are still held on-chain to supplement margin, leading to low short-term liquidation risk.
Gram Network ($GRM) has recently issued a clarification concerning the connection it has with the TON network. In this respect, Gram Network has addressed the recent discussions as well as speculation spread across the Web3 community. As per Gram Network’s official social media announcement, it has never claimed to be developed by, backed by, or have a partnership with the TON Foundation, Dogs, or Notcoin. Additionally, the platform has stressed it serves as an autonomous project developing its network on top of the TON blockchain because of the ecosystem’s advanced technology and scalability.
Draft Announcement GRM!
Official Clarification Regarding Our Network & TON Ecosystem
We want to address a recent discussion within the Web3 community regarding our project's relationship with the TON Foundation.
To be absolutely clear: We have never claimed to be partnered…
— Gram Network (@GRMNetwork_M) June 20, 2026 Gram Network Denies TON Foundation Partnership, Stresses Autonomous Development In its declaration, Gram Network has attempted to eliminate the confusion surrounding the platform’s status in the expanding TON network. In addition to the clarification, it has also cautioned consumers about the growing scam attempts that focus on the $GRM community participants. Thus, the platform declared that its decision to go live on the TON blockchain is not a reflection of any formal collaboration or support from any well-known projects like TON Foundation.
The platform also mentioned that its approach to the TON network is that of an autonomous developer with a clear commitment to establishing its ecosystem responsibly. This clarification comes at a time when Web3 consumers are engaging in different discussions, especially in the areas where the project has become attractive, taking into account Nigeria and Africa. Gram Network pointed out that the purpose of this declaration is to prevent misconceptions regarding its affiliations and guarantee transparency.
At the same time, Gram Network also admitted the endeavors of TON network builders and several key opinion leaders (KOLs) who collaborate to enhance security and community awareness. Additionally, the platform elaborated that its technical connection with TON builds on the deployment of its network as well as its token on the blockchain framework.
Warning Against Fake Airdrops, Account Cloning, and Fraudulent $GRM Channels According to Gram Network, along with addressing network-related apprehensions, it has released a security alert, warning its community participants. It cautions consumers about scammers who attempt to exploit $GRM’s popularity by developing fake channels, misleading airdrop links, and clone accounts. Overall, the Gram Network’s team reiterated being committed to establishing a transparent network while promoting consumers to stay cautious against false activities.
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Micron's earnings report lifts SK Hynix's stock price 11%, trader 'yixie' expands their unrealized profit to $1.3 million.
According to Hyperinsight monitoring, Micron’s Q3 financial results exceeded all expectations, driving peer SK Hynix’s stock to rally nearly 11% from its recent low. On the Hyperliquid platform, SKHYNIX is currently trading at $1,821, up 6.2% in the past 24 hours. Prominent trader yixie (X: @yixie10) nearly doubled his principal during this rally; he is now holding a 2x long position of 2,289 SKHYNIX contracts at an average entry price of ~$1,239.9. Fueled by the rally, the position’s unrealized profit has expanded to $1.37 million, a 96% gain. As of press time, the trader boasts an 85% win rate in semiconductor storage stock trades since opening positions this year, with total historical profits of $6.68 million, including $4.25 million from Micron Technology trades. Address: 0xa65ce1d604fa901c13aa29f2126a57d9032e412b – HyperInsight Bot is now live. Add @HyperInsightBot to your Telegram group and set it as an admin (enable message sending permission) to automatically sync on-chain news.
2 minutes ago
STRC drops to near $80, marking another new all-time low.
According to Bitget market data, Strategy’s preferred stock STRC has dropped to a low of $80.26, hitting a new all-time low since its listing. Calculated based on a $100 par value, the current discount has reached 20%.
2 minutes ago
OKX will launch CARDS spot trading today.
According to an official announcement, OKX will launch spot trading for CARDS (Collector Crypt) today. CARDS deposits will open at 18:00 UTC+8 on June 25, pre-ordering for the CARDS/USDT trading pair will run from 19:00 to 20:00 UTC+8, spot trading will officially commence at 20:00 UTC+8, and withdrawal functions will be available at 22:00 UTC+8.
2 minutes ago
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps warned that any vessels using the Strait of Hormuz route without Tehran's approval will be targeted.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a stern warning to international shipping on Wednesday, stating that any new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz established without coordination with Tehran is unacceptable and dangerous, and threatening to take direct action against vessels that ignore its orders. The IRGC declared that vessels can only safely transit the Strait of Hormuz via routes designated by Iran. The IRGC Navy added that all vessels seeking to transit the strait must coordinate with the Iranian military via International Maritime Distress and Safety Frequency Channel 16, a requirement that effectively places Iranian military approval at the core of all commercial shipping transiting this key chokepoint. (Jinshi)
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions has an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, a whale holding 120,000 ETH in long positions added $8 million in margin in the early hours. Currently, the total unrealized loss on its ETH long positions across four linked addresses stands at approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the significant paper losses, there remains a large buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC is still held on-chain to replenish margin, resulting in low short-term liquidation risk.
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions is sitting on an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, the whale holding a long position of 120,000 ETH added $8 million in margin again in the early hours. Currently, the ETH long positions across its four associated addresses have accumulated an unrealized loss of approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the massive unrealized loss, there is still a significant buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC are still held on-chain to supplement margin, leading to low short-term liquidation risk.
Micron's earnings report lifts SK Hynix's stock price 11%, trader 'yixie' expands their unrealized profit to $1.3 million.
According to Hyperinsight monitoring, Micron’s Q3 financial results exceeded all expectations, driving peer SK Hynix’s stock to rally nearly 11% from its recent low. On the Hyperliquid platform, SKHYNIX is currently trading at $1,821, up 6.2% in the past 24 hours. Prominent trader yixie (X: @yixie10) nearly doubled his principal during this rally; he is now holding a 2x long position of 2,289 SKHYNIX contracts at an average entry price of ~$1,239.9. Fueled by the rally, the position’s unrealized profit has expanded to $1.37 million, a 96% gain. As of press time, the trader boasts an 85% win rate in semiconductor storage stock trades since opening positions this year, with total historical profits of $6.68 million, including $4.25 million from Micron Technology trades. Address: 0xa65ce1d604fa901c13aa29f2126a57d9032e412b – HyperInsight Bot is now live. Add @HyperInsightBot to your Telegram group and set it as an admin (enable message sending permission) to automatically sync on-chain news.
2 minutes ago
STRC drops to near $80, marking another new all-time low.
According to Bitget market data, Strategy’s preferred stock STRC has dropped to a low of $80.26, hitting a new all-time low since its listing. Calculated based on a $100 par value, the current discount has reached 20%.
2 minutes ago
OKX will launch CARDS spot trading today.
According to an official announcement, OKX will launch spot trading for CARDS (Collector Crypt) today. CARDS deposits will open at 18:00 UTC+8 on June 25, pre-ordering for the CARDS/USDT trading pair will run from 19:00 to 20:00 UTC+8, spot trading will officially commence at 20:00 UTC+8, and withdrawal functions will be available at 22:00 UTC+8.
2 minutes ago
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps warned that any vessels using the Strait of Hormuz route without Tehran's approval will be targeted.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a stern warning to international shipping on Wednesday, stating that any new shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz established without coordination with Tehran is unacceptable and dangerous, and threatening to take direct action against vessels that ignore its orders. The IRGC declared that vessels can only safely transit the Strait of Hormuz via routes designated by Iran. The IRGC Navy added that all vessels seeking to transit the strait must coordinate with the Iranian military via International Maritime Distress and Safety Frequency Channel 16, a requirement that effectively places Iranian military approval at the core of all commercial shipping transiting this key chokepoint. (Jinshi)
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions has an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, a whale holding 120,000 ETH in long positions added $8 million in margin in the early hours. Currently, the total unrealized loss on its ETH long positions across four linked addresses stands at approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the significant paper losses, there remains a large buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC is still held on-chain to replenish margin, resulting in low short-term liquidation risk.
2 minutes ago
A crypto whale holding 120,000 ETH long positions is sitting on an unrealized loss of over $77 million, and added $8 million in margin in the early hours.
According to on-chain analyst ai_9684xtpa’s monitoring, the whale holding a long position of 120,000 ETH added $8 million in margin again in the early hours. Currently, the ETH long positions across its four associated addresses have accumulated an unrealized loss of approximately $77.047 million, with an average entry price of around $2,265. Data shows the liquidation prices for the four addresses are $1,174.6, $1,059.1, $1,064.7, and $1,143.6 respectively. Despite the massive unrealized loss, there is still a significant buffer before liquidation, and over 6 million USDC are still held on-chain to supplement margin, leading to low short-term liquidation risk.
TLDR: Alchemy Pay and HTF Securities secured an SFC Type 1 license upgrade covering virtual asset dealing services in Hong Kong. The SFC Type 1 and Type 4 license upgrades are complete, while the Type 9 asset management upgrade remains in progress. Alchemy Pay plans to launch its own stablecoin and develop the Alchemy Chain stablecoin-based ecosystem in Hong Kong. Alchemy Pay holds over 15 active licenses globally, spanning the US, Australia, South Korea, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Alchemy Pay and HTF Securities Limited have completed a major regulatory milestone in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission approved an upgrade of HTF Securities’ Type 1 license.
The extension now covers virtual asset dealing services for both professional and retail investors. This follows a previously completed Type 4 license upgrade. The Type 9 license upgrade is still in progress.
HTF Securities Advances Its Full-Spectrum Licensing Portfolio The SFC Type 1 license covers dealing in securities within Hong Kong’s regulated financial market. Its upgrade adds virtual asset dealing to HTF Securities’ approved scope of services.
HTF Securities Limited, with Central Entity No. BNO909, operates under direct SFC regulation. Alchemy Pay made a strategic investment in the firm to advance its Hong Kong presence.
The SFC’s Type 1, 4, and 9 licenses form a core trio for comprehensive financial services. They cover securities trading, investment advisory, and asset management activities respectively.
Together, they represent one of the broadest regulatory permission sets available in Hong Kong. The SFC also allows holders of these licenses to apply for virtual asset business extensions.
Alchemy Pay confirmed the progress of its licensing efforts following the announcement, stating: “We have completed the Type 1 & Type 4 license upgrade, while the Type 9 license upgrade is still in process.” The company views this as part of a phased approach to building a full regulatory framework in Hong Kong.
🇭🇰 #AlchemyPay, together with SFC-licensed HTF Securities Limited, is pleased to announce the successful uplift of SFC Type 1 license to include virtual asset trading services.
With this upgrade secured, we have completed the Type 1 & Type 4 license upgrade, while the Type 9… pic.twitter.com/j7WoU17M0n
— Alchemy Pay|$ACH: Fiat-Crypto Payment Gateway (@AlchemyPay) March 26, 2026
Alchemy Pay and HTF Securities had already secured the Type 4 (Advising on Securities) upgrade earlier. Both parties are now pursuing a further application for the Type 9 license upgrade.
This upgrade would extend virtual asset services into the asset management category. The application is currently being reviewed by the SFC.
With the Type 1 and Type 4 upgrades now in place, Alchemy Pay strengthens its regulatory standing. The company has positioned itself as a bridge between traditional finance and digital assets.
These licenses allow it to serve a wider base of investors across the region. Each regulatory step builds greater trust with both institutional and retail participants.
Stablecoin Strategy and Global Compliance Drive Further Growth The license achievement also supports Alchemy Pay’s planned stablecoin initiatives in Hong Kong. The company is working toward launching its own stablecoin in the near term.
It is also developing the Alchemy Chain stablecoin-based ecosystem as part of this plan. These efforts align with Hong Kong’s active push to regulate digital assets and stablecoins.
In addressing its long-term direction, Alchemy Pay stated that it “remains committed to building the bridge between traditional finance and digital assets in Asia’s leading financial hub.”
The company added that it is focused on strengthening its roots in Hong Kong as the regulatory environment continues to evolve.
Globally, Alchemy Pay holds 15 Money Transmitter Licenses across the United States. The company also carries a Digital Currency Exchange Provider registration in Australia.
It holds an Electronic Financial Business registration in South Korea as well. Additional licenses cover key markets across Europe and Southeast Asia.
The Hong Kong milestone supports Alchemy Pay’s broader goal of enabling fiat-to-crypto conversions worldwide. These services target key financial markets where regulatory clarity is advancing.
The company’s compliance record now spans more than 15 active jurisdictions. Its long-term strategy centers on expanding payment services across Asia and other emerging markets.
PANews reported on March 26 that Alchemy Pay announced the completion of its Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) Type 1 license upgrade with licensed institution HTF Securities, adding virtual asset trading services for professional and retail investors. The Type 4 license upgrade has already been completed, and the Type 9 license upgrade is still underway. The company stated that this move will strengthen its expansion strategy in Hong Kong for fiat currency deposits and withdrawals, stablecoins, and digital assets.
The collaboration bolsters Mastercard’s initiatives in cryptocurrency payment solutions.
Digital asset integration expands as Alchemy Pay becomes a Mastercard crypto partner.
Partnership aims to facilitate practical cryptocurrency transactions in everyday commerce.
Mastercard’s digital currency roadmap receives renewed market attention from announcement.
Shares of Mastercard experienced upward movement following the announcement that Alchemy Pay has become part of its Crypto Partner Program, drawing increased focus toward digital payment innovation. This collaboration bridges one of the world’s leading payment processors with a cryptocurrency payment solution provider. Despite closing positively, Mastercard stock showed slight pre-market softness.
Mastercard Stock Maintains Momentum Despite Pre-Market Dip Mastercard (MA) concluded trading at $499.81, registering a 0.40% increase following a session marked by fluctuations. Nevertheless, pre-market activity saw shares retreat to $497.40, representing a 0.51% decline. This minor pullback reflected some caution ahead of the upcoming trading day.
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Market participants responded to the cryptocurrency payment announcement, which generated increased attention. Mastercard has been actively developing relationships with digital asset companies. Consequently, the Alchemy Pay integration represents another strategic step in its payment technology evolution.
Mastercard stands among the world’s most extensive payment networks measured by transaction volume. The organization facilitates connections between financial institutions, retailers, technology companies, and payment processors. As such, its cryptocurrency collaborations frequently generate significant interest throughout digital finance sectors.
Alchemy Pay Enters Mastercard’s Crypto Partnership Initiative Alchemy Pay has officially become a member of Mastercard’s Crypto Partner Program in pursuit of enhanced payment infrastructure capabilities. The platform functions as a bridge between traditional currencies and cryptocurrencies. Its technology enables individuals and enterprises to integrate digital currencies with conventional payment frameworks.
This alliance provides Alchemy Pay with greater connectivity to Mastercard’s extensive payment network. It simultaneously advances efforts to enhance cryptocurrency payment viability. Furthermore, this development illustrates the increasing convergence between conventional financial systems and blockchain-enabled payment technologies.
According to Alchemy Pay, the collaboration advances practical digital currency applications for international trade. The organization intends to pursue deeper integration through targeted Mastercard ecosystem programs. Complete implementation details, however, remain forthcoming.
Cryptocurrency Payment Expansion Generates Industry Interest This partnership emerges during a period when payment companies are actively investigating practical cryptocurrency applications. Digital currencies are increasingly transitioning from speculative trading instruments to viable payment methods, settlement tools, and international transfer solutions. Payment gateway providers are consequently pursuing stronger connections with established financial infrastructure.
Mastercard has established collaborations with numerous cryptocurrency and financial technology companies over recent years. These initiatives focus on regulatory compliance, payment accessibility, and scalable digital asset offerings. Additionally, they enable payment providers to experiment with blockchain technology within supervised financial frameworks.
Alchemy Pay’s participation in the program reinforces its standing within the cryptocurrency payment sector. It simultaneously provides Mastercard with another partner specializing in digital asset transaction processing. The announcement therefore generated increased discussion surrounding Mastercard stock and its cryptocurrency payment initiatives.
Alchemy Pay, a Singapore-based fiat-to-crypto payment gateway, has been admitted to Mastercard’s newly launched Crypto Partner Program, a global initiative designed to align on-chain innovation with established card-payment rails.
The Mastercard Crypto Partner Program, announced on March 11, brings together more than 85 crypto-native companies, payments providers, and financial institutions. According to Mastercard, the initiative aims to create a shared framework for collaboration as enterprise use cases such as cross-border settlement, payouts, and business-to-business money transfers continue to mature.
“Digital assets are entering a new phase,” Mastercard said in its announcement. “What once ran in parallel to existing financial systems is increasingly being applied to solve practical, real-world needs, often behind the scenes.”
Building on Existing Infrastructure Alchemy Pay’s inclusion deepens an existing relationship with Mastercard. The company was previously added to Mastercard’s Site Data Protection (SDP) Compliant Registered Service Provider List, placing it alongside global names such as Amazon, Google, and J.P. Morgan. Each company on the list is required to comply with Mastercard’s rules and data-security standards.
“Our inclusion in the Mastercard SDP Program demonstrates our commitment to operating within the bounds of regulatory frameworks,” Robert McCracken, Alchemy Pay’s Ecosystem Lead, said at the time. “Ultimately, though, it’s the consumer that benefits from seamless access to blockchain finance via global payment standards like Mastercard.”
Alchemy Pay currently supports fiat-to-crypto transactions across more than 173 countries using over 50 fiat currencies. Its product suite includes on-ramp and off-ramp solutions, an NFT checkout feature, and a white-label crypto card program that operates on both Visa and Mastercard networks. The company holds regulatory licenses in key markets, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Broader Industry Alignment The Crypto Partner Program builds on Mastercard’s earlier blockchain engagement through its Start Path accelerator and Engage platform, which includes a dedicated Crypto Card track.
Raj Dhamodharan, Mastercard’s Executive Vice President for Digital Asset Blockchain Products and Partnerships, said the focus is on translating technical innovation into scalable, compliant use cases that can operate across markets and integrate into everyday commerce.
For Alchemy Pay, the program arrives at a pivotal moment. The company recently launched the Alchemy Chain mainnet, a stablecoin-focused Layer 1 blockchain designed to support merchant payments, remittances, and cross-border settlements.
The mainnet launch, which completed Phase 4 of Alchemy Pay’s five-phase roadmap, was built with frameworks including Europe’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, PSD2 payment standards, and Hong Kong’s evolving stablecoin rules in mind.
The company’s native token, ACH, will serve as the network’s gas-fee token and support validator participation and ecosystem incentives. Alchemy Pay’s participation in the Mastercard program positions the company to deepen its institutional relationships as the payments industry continues to explore blockchain-based settlement alongside traditional card infrastructure.
Alchemy Pay, the leading fiat-crypto payment platform, has partnered with local Malaysian e-wallets, GrabPay, Boost, and Touch ‘n Go. With this partnership, Alchemy Pay is expanding fiat on-ramp service within Malaysia. As per Alchemy Pay’s official press release, the strategic development aims to permit consumers to buy crypto assets via Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) via the widely used mobile wallets. This highlights the platform’s commitment to bolstering regional payment infrastructure across Southeast Asia.
🇲🇾#AlchemyPay has expanded its fiat on-ramp service in Malaysia with the integration of three new local payment channels: GrabPay, Touch ‘n Go eWallet, and Boost.
The update enables users to purchase crypto using Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) through digital wallets, strengthening… pic.twitter.com/YD4TbpCRas
— Alchemy Pay|$ACH: Fiat-Crypto Payment Gateway (@AlchemyPay) May 27, 2026 Alchemy Pay Empowers Fiat On-Ramp for Malaysian Users via GrabPay, Boost, and Touch ‘n Go The integration with GrabPay, Boost, and Touch ‘n Go permits Alchemy Pay to expand its fiat on-ramp functionality in Malaysia via Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). The country has rapidly emerged as a key area among the most frequently used cashless economies in Southeast Asia, with deep integration of mobile wallets into daily user behavior. Including food delivery, QR-based payments, online commerce, transportation, and daily transfers, the development backs trusted local payment procedures into the on-ramp network of Alchemy Pay.
Hence, the initiative guarantees a relatively acquainted consumer experience for Malaysia-based users becoming a part of the crypto economy. The respective expansion also underscores the platform’s wider objective of connecting blockchain adoption and conventional finance across the latest markets. Additionally, by backing GrabPay, Boost, and Touch ‘n Go, Alchemy Pay is aligning the services thereof with the leading payment preferences of the country, minimizing friction for consumers onboarding into cryptocurrency platforms.
Bridging Fiat and Crypto to Enable Seamless Payments for dApps and Web3 According to Alchemy Pay, the inclusion of these channels underscores its consistent investment in local fiat infrastructure as well as regional accessibility. By adding the trusted regional wallets, the platform strengthens exchanges, Web3 services, and dApps to onboard consumers more effectively while decreasing payment friction. Moreover, recognition from leading payment entities like Mastercard and Visa further validates the role of Alchemy Pay as a trusted link between crypto and fiat.
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Alchemy Pay, a key fiat-to-crypto payment platform, has achieved another regulatory milestone. In this respect, Alchemy Pay has obtained a Money Transmitter License (MTL) within the US state of Maine. As Alchemy Pay mentioned in its official press release, this regulatory landmark broadens its regulatory footprint across the United States across seventeen states. Thus, the development underscores the platform’s commitment to compliance and the development of a strong payment infrastructure worldwide. Earlier, Alchemy Pay received license in Rhode Islands as well.
🇺🇸#AlchemyPay has secured a Money Transmitter License (MTL) in the State of Maine, further strengthening its regulatory position in the United States and reinforcing its long-term commitment to compliant global payment infrastructure.
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— Alchemy Pay|$ACH: Fiat-Crypto Payment Gateway (@AlchemyPay) June 10, 2026 Alchemy Pay Drives Compliance Footprint in US with Maine Money Transmitter License Alchemy Pay’s acquisition of a Money Transmitter License in the US state of Maine is bolstering its compliance strategy. With this, the platform’s regulatory reach has spread across 17 US states. Such regulatory approvals are reportedly essential for the platform’s endeavors to build trust among the consumers, facilitating innovation, as well as enabling wider crypto adoption. Additionally, the Maine Money Transmitter License permits Alchemy Pay to carry out regulated money transmission operations, including both virtual assets and fiat currencies in the state.
Apart from that, the licensing status of Alchemy Pay can be autonomously confirmed via the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) Consumer Access entity. With its inclusion in Maine, Alchemy Pay currently holds Money Transmitter Licenses across 17 U.S. states. The present portfolio of the platform includes Maine, Rhode Island, Delaware, Nebraska, South Dakota, West Virginia, Kansas, South Carolina, Arizona, Wyoming, Oregon, and so on.
At the same time, many more licensing applications are still going through review across different jurisdictions, signifying the platform’s intention to broaden its regulated presence across the US. The new regulatory authorization aligns with the wider compliance-focused plan of Alchemy Pay while regulators and governments keep developing clearer models for blockchain-led payment networks, stablecoins, and digital assets.
Building Globally Compliant Network of Stablecoin Payments in Fully Regulated Environment According to Alchemy Pay, the Maine license authorization is poised to improve Alchemy Pay’s capability to provide regulated services for exchange between fiat and crypto. The initiative also attempts to develop a globally compliant payment network of stablecoin payments, meeting regulatory benchmarks in crucial jurisdictions. Moreover, the platform is endeavoring to keep pursuing its regulatory authorizations across critical markets while driving compliance developments that back stablecoin adoption and the future of seamless digital payments.
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Worldcoin [WLD] surged more than 16% over the last 24 hours and climbed to $0.587, as trading activity returned aggressively across the market. By the way, the rally emerged after weeks of persistent weakness and pushed WLD back toward a major resistance zone.
In fact, trading volume reached $666.37 million, although it declined by 17.3% from the previous session.
Even so, buyers maintained control throughout the recovery and lifted WLD from its recent lows.
The latest advance also brought renewed attention to the token’s broader market structure, which had remained under pressure for several months.
Why are futures sellers still resisting? Despite the strong price recovery, derivatives data continued showing signs of underlying caution.
Futures Taker CVD remained seller-dominant, indicating that aggressive sell orders still outweighed market buy orders during the rally.
This divergence suggested that a portion of market participants continued taking profits or opening fresh short positions into strength.
Nevertheless, Worldcoin continued advancing even while futures sellers remained active, which highlighted the resilience of spot demand beneath the surface.
Such behavior often reflects a market where buyers absorb persistent selling pressure without allowing price to retrace significantly.
While seller dominance remained visible within futures markets, the inability of bears to halt the advance suggested that bullish participation had strengthened considerably during the latest recovery phase.
Source: CryptoQuant WLD regains key levels as RSI surges Price action improved significantly after Worldcoin rebounded from the $0.2289 support zone and staged a powerful recovery. The rally reclaimed the important $0.4438 level before pushing directly toward resistance at $0.6323.
This recovery altered the market structure and reduced immediate downside risks that had dominated previous months.
Meanwhile, the Relative Strength Index climbed to 59.81 and moved decisively above its signal average near 38.02, reflecting strengthening buying interest.
The indicator also approached bullish territory without entering overbought conditions, leaving room for additional upside if demand persisted.
Should buyers secure a weekly close above $0.6323, Worldcoin could target the next resistance at $0.8450.
A successful breakout there would open the path toward $1.00, which marked a major historical supply zone on the weekly chart.
Source: TradingView Exchange outflows continue supporting the rally Spot flow data showed that investors continued removing tokens from exchanges despite the strong recovery.
The latest Netflow reading at press time reached approximately -$225,700. And that extended the broader trend of negative exchange flows.
Such behavior often reflects accumulation because traders generally move assets away from exchanges when they intend to hold rather than sell.
Although the outflow figure remained relatively modest compared to historical spikes, it still aligned with the improving price structure.
In addition, the absence of major exchange inflows reduced concerns about immediate sell-side pressure.
The combination of rising prices and persistent outflows suggested that market participants had not rushed to distribute holdings into the rally, which strengthened the constructive outlook surrounding the current advance.
Source: CoinGlass Can Worldcoin reach $1 after reclaiming support? WLD entered a much stronger position after reclaiming critical support and driving RSI back toward bullish territory.
Futures sellers continued applying pressure, yet buyers absorbed that activity and maintained the recovery.
Negative spot netflows further supported the bullish case by showing that exchange balances did not rise during the advance.
If buyers secure a decisive breakout above $0.6323, the path toward $0.8450 could open quickly.
Beyond that level, $1.00 would become the next major objective.
Based on the current structure, WLD appeared more likely to extend its recovery than revisit recent lows, provided support at $0.4438 remained intact.
Final Summary Worldcoin [WLD] reclaimed key support levels while buyers absorbed persistent futures selling. Exchange outflows continued rising, reducing immediate sell pressure during recovery.
HYPE, UNI, WLD posted double-digit gains while bitcoin and most of the crypto market drifted lower.Hyperliquid is benefiting from enthusiasm around onchain exchanges, while Worldcoin remains one of the market's most popular AI-linked bets.Uniswap rallied after a major bank argued decentralized finance (DeFi) could become one of crypto's biggest growth sectors.Bitcoin BTC$60,804.43 and the broader crypto market has cooled off on Tuesday, but a handful of tokens continued their surge.
Hyperliquid's HYPE, Uniswap's UNI and Worldcoin's WLD all posted double-digit gains, extending rallies that have made them some of this week's standout performers.
HYPE surged as much as 13% to a fresh record above $76 before paring some gains. The token is now up nearly 200% in 2026, making it one of the best-performing large-cap crypto assets this year.
Hyperliquid operates a blockchain-based exchange that allows users to trade perpetual futures through an onchain order book. Investors increasingly see the platform as a potential challenger to traditional exchanges, with ambitions extending beyond crypto into tokenized stocks, commodities and other assets
Some observers also speculated that Hyperliquid's growing relationship with Coinbase could deepen after making Circle's USDC the primary trading pair on the platform. Under the arrangement, part of the revenue generated from U.S. Treasury securities backing USDC will be used to purchase HYPE tokens.
Worldcoin's WLD token gained 12%, pushing its monthly advance to roughly 180%.
The project, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has become one of crypto's most direct ways to express a bullish view on artificial intelligence (AI). The token has benefited from renewed enthusiasm around AI-related investments following the strong market debut of SpaceX, which also owns AI company xAI, and growing expectations that OpenAI could eventually pursue a public listing.
Decetralized exchange Uniswap's UNI token surged another 18% after Standard Chartered initiated coverage on Monday with a highly bullish long-term outlook on the protocol.
Geoffrey Kendrick, the bank's head of digital asset research, argued that decentralized finance (DeFi) could become one of crypto's biggest growth stories as tokenized stocks, bonds and other traditional assets move onchain.
In the report, Kendrick estimated the amount of assets actively used in DeFi could increase 37-fold by the end of the decade and sees Uniswap, the largest decentralized exchange, as one of the clearest beneficiaries.
He initiated coverage with a $100 price target for UNI by 2030, implying roughly 30 times upside from current levels.
Bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing headwinds above $65,000 following the Bank of Japan’s rate hike to 1% on Tuesday. Still, Uniswap (UNI) and Worldcoin (WLD) continue to rally amid rising retail interest, while Bitcoin’s recovery grows heavy.
Bitcoin waits above $65,000 as recovery hinders Bitcoin edges higher at press time on Wednesday, inching closer to $66,000 as it maintains a mixed near-term tone following the recent rebound from $60,000. Still, BTC remains below the 50-, 100-, and 200-day Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs), clustered between roughly $70,300 and $78,300.
The loss of the former rising trendline, now acting as resistance around $72,851.77, reinforces a capped structure, while the Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 42 on the daily chart hints at weak but stabilizing downside momentum. At the same time, the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) remains positive but moderating, suggesting that recent recovery attempts lack decisive follow-through.
On the topside, initial resistance is seen at the 50-day EMA near $70,345, followed by the trendline barrier around $72,852 and the 100-day EMA at $73,045, with the 200-day EMA higher up near $78,333 acting as a broader bearish pivot.
BTC/USDT daily price chart.On the downside, the key structural floor sits at the horizontal support zone around $60,000, where a break would expose further weakness and extend the prevailing corrective phase.
Uniswap prepares for a trendline breakout rallyUniswap trades above $3.00 at press time on Wednesday, extending the recovery run for the seventh consecutive day. This rebound aligns with rising renewed retail interest and Uniswap's collaboration with Arc to provide deep stablecoin liquidity.
The pair has pushed above its 50- and 100-day EMAs and is testing a local resistance trendline near $3.50, hinting at a constructive near-term bias. Momentum is strong, as the RSI at 70 hovers just near the overbought territory while the MACD extends above its signal line, suggesting bullish pressure is still in play.
A decisive close above the trendline near $3.50 would position the 200-day EMA at $4.08 as the next notable resistance. A clear break above this longer-term average would open the door for a more sustained advance.
UNI/USDT daily price chart.Looking down, initial support is seen near the 100-day EMA at $3.37 and the 50-day EMA near $3.07, reinforcing a broader demand zone on pullbacks.
Worldcoin rally gains tractionWorldcoin has been trading in the green over the last five days, inching closer to the $0.70 mark at press time. WLD maintains a clear bullish bias as price holds well above the 50-, 100-, and 200-period EMAs between roughly $0.38 and $0.46.
That said, the RSI at 71 points to overbought conditions on the daily chart that could slow the advance rather than immediately reverse it. Meanwhile, the positive MACD histogram continues to expand as the average line extends higher above the zero line, hinting that upside momentum is stretching.
Looking up, the October 17 low at $0.82, followed by the $1.00 psychological threshold, could serve as overhead barriers.
WLD/USDT daily price chart.A slip below $0.65 could erase some gains from the five-day recovery, risking a reversal to the $0.56 support floor, followed by the $0.50 psychological level.
(The technical analysis of this story was written with the help of an AI tool.)
PANews reported on June 17th that, according to BIT analysis, Sam Altman's role as co-founder of both OpenAI and Worldcoin has led some funds in the secondary market to view WLD as a highly liquid alternative for betting on OpenAI's future IPO. Following SpaceX's strong stock performance after its listing, as a bellwether for tech IPOs, market expectations for the listing of AI star companies like OpenAI have been further boosted, causing related narratives to rapidly gain traction. Some traders see WLD as a tradable asset that reflects this sentiment in advance.
In the short term, Eightco Holdings previously disclosed holding approximately 283 million WLD tokens, representing 8.4% of the circulating supply, making it one of the few publicly disclosed listed companies with such a large holding. If market expectations for OpenAI's listing as early as September this year continue to strengthen, the trading logic of WLD as a underlying asset may still have room for further development.
World Chain's canonical-bridge TVL climbed 32.87% over seven days to about $602M, with WLD tracking the move at +33.6%. The growth concentrates in Re7 Labs vaults on Morpho Blue, while the chain's on-chain DeFi TVL remains near $40M.
Total value locked in the canonical bridge of World Chain, the Optimism Stack rollup operated by Worldcoin's Tools for Humanity, climbed 32.87% over seven days to about $602M, according to a DefiLlama snapshot earlier this morning. The token tracked the move, with WLD up over 50% in the same window.
The bridge holds assets locked on Ethereum that mirror across to the L2, and at $605 million, it’s the chain's deepest pool of collateral. Re7 Labs, the risk curator running the most active lending vaults on the chain, now sits at $32.69M deployed on World Chain, about 35% of its $92M cross-chain book. Morpho Blue is the lending venue underneath those vaults. The growth puts World Chain among the fastest-moving names in the lower tier of the L2 ranking on a percent basis, even as Base, Arbitrum and Optimism still dwarf it in absolute scale.
Bridge InflowTwo World Chain TVL figures circulate, and they describe different things. The bridge TVL counts Ethereum-side assets locked to enable use on the L2, currently around $605M. The on-chain DeFi TVL counts assets sitting inside protocols deployed on World Chain itself, which DefiLlama puts at roughly $39.7M today.
The 33% move belongs to the bridge. The on-chain figure is up sharply too on a percent basis, with chain TVL history showing a 2,567% climb from $1.5M in October 2024, but it remains a thin slice of the bridged base.
Bridge inflow shows that holders are committing capital to the L2 environment, while on-chain leverage and DEX volume are expanding more slowly. Most of the bridged stack sits idle from a DeFi-yield perspective. The active deployment is concentrated in Re7 Labs vaults and a handful of Morpho markets.
WLD Price Worldcoin's token is up 52% over the past seven days to about $0.67, with a $2.3B billion market cap and a $6.7 billion fully diluted valuation, per CoinGecko. The 30-day chart shows a 189% gain, a sharper recovery than the chain TVL alone would imply. WLD remains roughly 94% below its March 2024 peak of $11.74.
The token's recovery sequence has tracked a series of operational milestones at Tools for Humanity rather than a single trigger. Arthur Hayes exited his WLD position on June 6, days after his Maelstrom fund had publicly pitched the asset as a liquid AI-IPO trade.
World App 3 and Orb 2Tools for Humanity rolled out World App 3.0 at its Unwrapped event last December, pitching the wallet as a super-app that bundles encrypted messaging, mini-apps from Polymarket and Kalshi, and stablecoin support across USDC, EURC and several LatAm currency tokens. The verification base now sits near 7M humans across roughly 35 countries and 2,000 Orb locations, up from about 6M earlier this year.
The smaller Orb 2 hardware, unveiled by the company in April, is the operational lever Tools for Humanity is leaning on for US expansion. The company has flagged a 7,500-Orb target for the country and a manufacturing run of more than 50,000 devices per year. Partnerships with Tinder, Zoom and Docusign for human verification, announced earlier this spring, route consumer traffic into the World ID stack outside the wallet itself.
Regulatory pressure has not easedThe privacy disputes that defined Worldcoin's launch period remain mostly unresolved. Kenya's High Court declared Tools for Humanity's operations illegal in May 2025 and ordered a seven-day biometric data purge under Justice Aburili. Brazil's ANPD blanket ban issued in January 2025 has not been lifted; the regulator threatened fines of about $8,800 per day if operations resumed. Germany's BayLDA delivered a GDPR deletion order in December 2024. Spain's AEPD ban from March 2024 is still in force.
None of those jurisdictions show up in the verification footprint Tools for Humanity now markets. The company's public posture has been to describe the disputes as resolvable through compliance redesigns. Regulators have largely not agreed in writing.
What sustains the inflow trendThe L2 sits at 43rd by chain TVL on DefiLlama, behind Algorand and ahead of Vaulta. The bridge ranking puts it well inside the top tier of canonical-bridge balances among OP Stack chains. Whether the seven-day move marks a durable shift or another cycle peak depends on whether the deployed on-chain TVL catches up to the bridged base, or whether the bridge balance retraces toward where on-chain activity currently sits.
The two interpretations split cleanly on the read. If bridged capital becomes deployed capital, World Chain joins the working L2 group on more than nominal terms. If bridged capital sits idle and the WLD rally fades, the move logs as a positioning event tied to the broader Worldcoin recovery narrative rather than a structural step.
Worldcoin [WLD] has surged by 30% in the past week at press time. The AI token rose from $0.231 to $0.7134 after breaking out of weeks of consolidation.
WLD breached the $0.6331 level, which had acted as resistance, turning it into a support level. The token rallied on the AI narrative to a swing high of $0.7134, where momentum declined as a result of profit-taking.
Since then, sellers have pushed the price back toward $0.65. Despite the cooling momentum, the price remains above the $0.5786-$0.6200 breakout region, leaving the broader bullish structure intact.
The retracement follows a breakout that carried price through the long-standing $0.5786-$0.6200 resistance block, a zone that had suppressed advances throughout late May and early June. Importantly, the pullback has not damaged the broader structure. Notably, the RSI has cooled, relieving overbought conditions while keeping momentum firmly in bullish territory.
More significantly, price remains above the breakout region that triggered the latest advance. The current decline, therefore, appears to reflect profit realization rather than aggressive distribution.
Can WLD’s $0.6628 support hold? On the daily timeframe, the token is approaching a level (orange line) that has defined WLD’s market structure for more than seven months. Price recently reached $0.7228, its highest level since November 2025, before retreating toward $0.65.
That pullback has shifted attention away from the recent breakout and toward the broader trend. The $0.6628 zone acted as support before the November breakdown and later became the ceiling that repeatedly capped recovery attempts throughout the decline.
Source: WLD/USD on TradingView Bulls have now pushed back into that area for the first time since the downtrend began. However, the market has yet to establish a breakout above it. Meanwhile, RSI near 68 reflects strong momentum without signaling exhaustion.
The recovery from April’s $0.20 low remains intact, yet the larger trend question remains unresolved. A sustained close above $0.6628 would challenge the lower-high structure that has controlled price action since late 2025.
However, continued rejection would keep the recovery vulnerable to consolidation.
Final Summary Worldcoin remains structurally strong above its breakout zone, despite profit-taking from recent highs. WLD now faces a key test at $0.6628, where a close above could strengthen the broader recovery trend.
Worldcoin is trading at the $0.62 mark. WLD’s trading volume is up by over 44%. The overall market cap is holding at $2.2 trillion, with the majority of the assets facing a tide of red. The market has yet to fully recover from the recent downtrend. Although recovery efforts are ongoing, momentum is not picking up sufficiently to escape the prevailing fear and cautious sentiment.
Among the crypto tokens, Worldcoin (WLD) is losing momentum, with a 4.53% drop in value. In the morning hours, it traded at a high of $0.6792, and the bears have pulled it down, visiting the day’s bottom range of $0.6083. According to the CMC data, Worldcoin is currently trading at the $0.6276 mark.
Notably, the asset’s market cap is positioned at $2.14 billion, with its daily trading volume having surged by over 44.58%, reaching the $1.56 billion threshold. As reported by the Coinglass data, the market has experienced an event of $5.02 million worth of WLD liquidation in the last 24 hours.
The 4-hour trading pattern of Worldcoin clearly exhibits that the bears are in control. If their position gained stronger ground, the price might reach the $0.6114 support level. With further downside pressure, the death cross would unfold and push the price below $0.60.
Assuming a bullish shift in the WLD market, the price is expected to climb toward the resistance at around the $0.6371 range. An extended upside correction might potentially trigger the golden cross to emerge. The bulls would take the price above the $0.64 zone.
Where is the Worldcoin Price Heading Next? Worldcoin’s technical chart analysis displays that the Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is below the signal line while both remain above the zero line. It shows that the overall trend is bullish, but the momentum is weakening. The market may be entering a period of consolidation.
The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) indicator is at 0.03, indicating slight buying pressure in the WLD market. The capital inflows are stronger than outflows, and this does not point to strong accumulation. It reflects a mild bullish bias, but a stronger push on the upside is needed to support a more decisive move.
Furthermore, the current market sentiment of Worldcoin is in a moderately bullish zone, as the daily Relative Strength Index (RSI) is settled at 56.17. Buyers have a slight advantage over sellers, and it remains below the overbought zone. The trend leans positive as long as the value continues to hold above 50.
With the Bull Bear Power (BBP) reading at -0.0103, there is a very slight bearish bias in the WLD market, but it is largely balanced. The reading is close to zero, so the downtrend is weak. This momentum is seen during consolidation, where neither buyers nor sellers have established clear control of the trend.
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After rallying to a new local high of $0.715, Worldcoin [WLD] retraced back to $0.5912 at press time. This seemed more like profit-taking rather than selling pressure.
Once momentum stalled near that high, sellers stepped in with momentum, pushing the price below $0.70. As a result, the AI token shed 14%, creating a short-term trend. However, the bulls tried to defend the $0.65–$0.655 support zone that had previously served as a resistance zone.
Despite the attempts, bears continued breaching the support, as visible wicks indicated persistent supply. The efforts eventually became successful with the support being breached as the price declined gradually toward $0.6067 as it entered an accumulation.
Source: WLD/USD on TradingView Later on, WLD bulls regained some control, pushing the token upward to $0.6222, resulting in a 3.15% rebound. Even so, RSI remained near 52.4 showing balanced momentum rather than capitulation.
Yet, buyers must reclaim $0.6313 to challenge the current downtrend toward reclaiming the $0.70 zone. However, failure to do that could lead sellers to retest $0.6067 and expose $0.5912 as the next support.
Conviction weakens after the decline As WLD retraced from its swing high, CoinGlass data shows liquidation imbalance. In the last 24 hours $2.17 million was liquidated, with longs getting the larger share of $1.10 million while shorts accounted for $1.08 million. This implied that the recent volatility challenged both sides of the market evenly without bias. Earlier on, short liquidations helped fuel upside momentum as WLD advanced toward $0.7234.
Moments later, bullish traders also began losing positions as WLD’s price declined. This resulted in reduced speculative enthusiasm.
Source: CoinGlass Open Interest (OI) surged drastically as the rally unwound toward a high of $0.7234. The metric rose from around $150 million to over $550 million as new speculative activity was introduced to the market with rising prices.
As this speculative frenzy began to decline around the 17th of June, the high of the rally, the price retreated down to $0.62, and OI was down to around $450-$480 million. This was not due to an increase in trader commitment or an appetite to push more money out into the market, but rather traders closing out their open positions and reducing their risk exposure.
Final Summary Worldcoin is still holding above key support levels, but buyers have yet to take full control as participation is waning. Leverage continues to unwind in WLD, and fresh demand is critical for any move back towards recent highs.
PANews, June 22 – According to SoSoValue data, most crypto market sectors rose, with the AI sector standing out, gaining 2.87% in 24 hours. Within the sector, Unibase (UB) rose 54.91%, Billions Network (BILL) rose 8.37%, and Worldcoin (WLD) rose 6.26%.
Other notable performers include: the DeFi sector, up 1.02% in 24 hours, with LAB (LAB) rising 20.69%; the CeFi sector, up 0.63%, with OKB (OKB) rising 1.41%; the Meme sector, up 0.56%, with OFFICIAL TRUMP (TRUMP) rising 7.77%; the Layer2 sector, up 0.21%, with Polygon (ex-MATIC) (POL) rising 0.93%; and the Layer1 sector, up 0.20%, with Aptos (APT) rising 2.76%.
In other sectors, the PayFi sector fell 0.03%, though Ultima (ULTIMA) rose 5.08%; the GameFi sector fell 2.61%, with Axie Infinity (AXS) dropping sharply by 14.40%.
Worldcoin is having a moment, and the chart is starting to agree with the hype. WLD is trading around $0.63, up over 6% in 24 hours, after spending most of the year in obscurity below $0.30.
The golden cross forming on the daily chart has traders paying attention, but whether this is a genuine trend reversal or an overextended squeeze depends on one number: $0.66.
The catalyst stack is unusually dense for a single altcoin. InteractiveCrypto reports that a June 15 disclosure by Eightco Holdings, confirming it holds approximately 283.45 million WLD, triggered a 20–21% single-day surge and pushed 30-day gains to roughly 154%, accompanied by a 5.69x spike in trading volume versus the 30-day average.
Layered on top: OpenAI’s confidential S-1 filing has renewed speculation that any high-profile AI IPO event could lift tokens associated with Sam Altman. A planned 43% cut to the WLD token unlock rate in July adds a structural supply argument to the speculation.
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WLD has printed a clean sequence of higher highs and higher lows since bouncing from the $0.23 floor, a textbook recovery structure. The 50-day and 200-day moving averages are converging toward a golden cross (a bullish crossover where the shorter-term average crosses above the longer-term average, historically associated with sustained uptrends).
The Relative Strength Index is holding above neutral with an upward slope, meaning buying pressure remains active without yet flashing the overheated readings above 70 that often precede sharp reversals.
Derivatives data sharpens the picture. Open interest, the total value of outstanding futures contracts, has climbed alongside price, signaling fresh capital entering the market rather than old positions simply unwinding.
Short liquidations have accelerated during each push higher, creating a feedback loop in which forced buying drives the price into the next resistance band.
Three scenarios worth tracking:
Bull case: Worldcoin clears $0.66 on volume, holds the breakout, and the July tokenomics change catalyzes another leg. Target: $1.00–$1.02. Base case: Price consolidates between $0.59 and $0.67 through month-end, while the market waits for confirmation of the supply cut. Slow grind, not eruption. Bear/invalidation: A close below $0.44 is the nearest structural floor, would break the higher-low sequence, and invalidate the recovery thesis entirely. Similar recovery setups in altcoins have shown that the first test of a key resistance after a golden cross often fails before the clean break arrives. Patience, not aggression, tends to be rewarded at this stage.
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Worldcoin at $0.63 is already up 174% from its $0.23 low. The next clean target sits at $1.00, roughly 60% above the current price. That is still meaningful upside, but the asymmetry that existed at the bottom is largely gone.
For traders who missed the initial move and are uncomfortable chasing into a golden cross with open interest already elevated, the math looks less compelling at this entry point.
That dynamic is exactly where early-stage infrastructure projects enter the frame. LiquidChain ($LIQ UID) is a Layer 3 (L3) protocol, meaning it sits above base blockchains like Ethereum to handle execution and liquidity routing. It is currently in presale at $0.01472 per token, with $858,220.15 raised to date.
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The cross-chain fragmentation problem LiquidChain targets is well-documented and represents a genuine infrastructure gap. Key features include Single-Step Execution, Verifiable Settlement, and a Deploy-Once Architecture.
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Worldcoin (WLD), son dönemde yaşadığı akümülasyon sürecinin ardından güçlü bir toparlanma hareketi sergiledi. Fiyat, günlük grafikte önemli direnç bölgesi olarak takip edilen 0.6865 dolar seviyesine kadar yükseldi. Ancak WLD, bu bölgenin üzerinde kalıcı bir günlük kapanış yapamadı ve ilk denemede dirençten ret yedi.
Buna rağmen fiyat yapısı tamamen zayıflamış değil. Özellikle iç yapıda daha yüksek tepe oluşumu ve destek bölgelerinin korunması, WLD tarafında alıcıların hâlâ aktif olduğunu gösteriyor. Bu nedenle mevcut görünümde asıl belirleyici seviye 0.6865 dolar direnci olmaya devam ediyor.
WLD İçin Kritik Direnç: 0.6865 Dolar WLD fiyatı için kısa vadede en önemli bölge 0.6865 dolar seviyesi. Bu alan, günlük grafikte güçlü bir arz bölgesi olarak çalıştı. Fiyatın bu seviyenin üzerine çıkması tek başına yeterli olmayacaktır. Daha sağlıklı bir yükseliş senaryosu için WLD’nin bu bölge üzerinde günlük kapanış yapması ve ardından direnç bölgesini destek olarak doğrulaması gerekir.
Eğer WLD, 0.6865 dolar üzerinde kalıcılık sağlarsa, yukarı yönlü hareketin hız kazanması beklenebilir. Bu senaryoda ilk etapta psikolojik direnç olan 0.80 dolar bölgesi takip edilebilir. Devamında ise fiyatın 1 dolar seviyesine doğru hareket etme potansiyeli güçlenecektir.
Destek Bölgesi: 0.5360 Dolar Aşağı yönlü olası geri çekilmelerde ilk önemli destek bölgesi 0.5360 dolar olarak öne çıkıyor. Bu seviye, WLD’nin önceki tepesini aşarak iç yapıda yeni bir tepe oluşturduğu bölge olması nedeniyle teknik açıdan önemli bir talep alanı konumunda.
Fiyatın 0.5360 dolar bölgesine geri çekilmesi halinde, bu alandan gelebilecek tepki yakından takip edilmelidir. Güçlü bir tepki gelmesi durumunda WLD’nin yeniden 0.6865 dolar direncini test etmesi beklenebilir. Ancak bu destek bölgesinin kaybedilmesi, kısa vadeli yükseliş yapısının zayıflamasına neden olabilir.
WLD/USDT paritesi günlük grafiği. Güncel Worldcoin Gelişmeleri WLD Fiyatını Destekleyebilir mi? Worldcoin ekosisteminde son dönemde teknik analiz tarafını destekleyebilecek önemli gelişmeler yaşanıyor. Projenin World ID tarafında yaptığı güncellemeler, yapay zekâ çağında “insan doğrulama” altyapısını daha fazla öne çıkarıyor. Ayrıca World ID’nin işletmeler, tüketici uygulamaları ve AI agent sistemleri için daha kullanılabilir hale getirilmesi, projenin sadece token odaklı değil, kullanım odaklı büyümeye yöneldiğini gösteriyor.
İlginizi Çekebilir: Altın Fiyatlarında Tepki Yükselişi: Ancak Riskler Devam Ediyor!
Bunun yanında WLD token ekonomisi tarafında da dikkat çeken bir gelişme bulunuyor. Temmuz 2026 itibarıyla WLD unlock hızının azalacak olması, piyasadaki günlük yeni arz baskısının düşmesi açısından önemli olabilir. Bu durum tek başına yükseliş garantisi vermez. Ancak teknik kırılım ile birleşirse, WLD fiyatında daha güçlü bir hareket alanı oluşabilir.
WLD’de Yükseliş Senaryosu WLD için pozitif senaryoda takip edilmesi gereken ilk şart, 0.6865 dolar direncinin kırılmasıdır. Bu bölge üzerinde günlük kapanış gelirse fiyatın önce 0.80 dolar bölgesine, ardından ise 1 dolar psikolojik direncine doğru yükselmesi mümkün olabilir.
Özellikle hacimli bir kırılım gelmesi, yükselişin daha sağlıklı ilerlemesini sağlar. Aksi halde direnç üzerinde zayıf kapanışlar fake breakout riskini artırabilir.
WLD’de Düşüş Senaryosu Negatif senaryoda ise fiyatın 0.6865 dolar altında kalmaya devam etmesi ve ardından 0.5360 dolar desteğine doğru geri çekilmesi beklenebilir. Bu destek güçlü şekilde korunursa yeniden yukarı yönlü tepki gelebilir.
Ancak 0.5360 dolar seviyesinin altında günlük kapanışlar görülürse WLD’de kısa vadeli momentum zayıflayabilir. Bu durumda fiyatın daha alt destek bölgelerine doğru geri çekilme riski artacaktır.
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The Worldcoin (WLD) price has crashed nearly 12% in the early US hours today, showcasing the cautious stance of market participants. However, despite that, it seems that not everyone is bearish on the token, as evidenced by the latest move of the online brokerage firm Robinhood.
For context, Robinhood has listed the token on its platform, which has caught the eyes of traders. Notably, the latest dip in WLD price comes ahead of the decrease in Worldcoin unlock rate next month and soaring controversies around Sam Altman’s Orb startup.
Robinhood Lists Worldcoin Despite Recent Crash According to a recent X post by Robinhood, the online brokerage platform has officially added Worldcoin (WLD) to its crypto trading platform. In other words, the Robinhood customers can now trade the token on its platform, signaling that the institutional interest in the token has not yet faded completely.
Source: Robinhood, X Meanwhile, the announcement comes as WLD faces immense selling pressure in the market. However, listings on major platforms often boost visibility and demand for digital assets.
In addition, the decision of Robinhood suggests confidence in the long-term potential of Worldcoin. However, the immediate market reaction tells a different story. Investors appear hesitant despite the new listing.
The timing has raised eyebrows, as the token struggles with both price volatility and reputational concerns. For context, the project is expected to reduce its token unlock rates, starting July 24, 2026.
Although reduced token supply can help drive prices upward, in this case, external pressures seem stronger. The market appears more focused on controversies than on tokenomics.
WLD Price Slips 12% Amid Controversies Worldcoin (WLD) price fell nearly 12% today and traded at $0.5577 at the time of writing. The slump comes amid allegations linked to Worldcoin’s co-founder, Sam Altman. A recent report, highlighted by a podcaster Katie Miller, pointed to internal investigations within the Orb startup.
The report claims that company leadership approved large payments to a foreign entity. These payments were allegedly intended to artificially influence the market performance of the Worldcoin (WLD) token.
Meanwhile, the token also came into the market radar earlier this month, after BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes dumped the WLD token. Now, the market is eagerly waiting for the impact of the Robinhood listing announcement on the token’s price ahead.
In addition, the buzz over Sam Altam’s OpenAI going public has further fueled discussions. Having said that, some market watchers are keeping close track of the token now rather than entering the market, even at the current discounted price.
The crypto market has suffered a sizeable sell-off in recent hours. Since reaching a high of $65,622 on Monday, June 22, Bitcoin [BTC] has fallen by 3.55% to $62,466. The altcoin market cap has also shrunk 3.85% since Monday’s high.
Since the final week of May, Worldcoin [WLD] has seen a short-term uptrend. Last week, the altcoin reached a high of $0.723 on Wednesday, June 17. Since then, it has fallen by 22.17%, and the past 24 hours of trading alone saw WLD shed 11.5%.
The Open Interest has decreased by 16.05% in 24 hours, according to Coinalyze data. The swift price losses and declining speculative interest underlined the short-term bearish pressure on Worldcoin.
Assessing the hopeful Worldcoin price structure Source: WLD/USDT on TradingView Despite the falling prices in recent days, WLD has made significant progress over the past month. The token made a bullish internal shift towards the end of May, when its prices surpassed a local high at $0.329 [green]. Since then, WLD has rallied swiftly and managed to surpass the $0.654 high made in February.
The daily session closed above this high from February marked a bullish swing structure shift on this timeframe. In this context, the losses of the past week were part of a retracement phase. Based on the swing move from $0.2267 to $0.7229, a set of Fibonacci retracement levels [yellow] was plotted.
The $0.4748, $0.4162, and $0.3329 levels are particularly important supports. Worldcoin bulls might be able to bring about a bullish reaction after a retest of one of these levels.
Swing traders and investors must remember that the Bitcoin long-term trend was bearish. A severe BTC sell-off could spark a deep WLD retracement in the coming months.
WLD traders might get another chance to buy Source: WLD/USDT on TradingView The 4-hour structure was bullish, with the $0.462-$0.518 area being the golden pocket for buyers. A drop below $0.391 would invalidate the bullish H4 structure, and serve as a warning of a deeper retracement toward $0.332.
The technical indicators on this timeframe were leaning bearish. The RSI had dropped to 34, signaling hefty downward momentum recently. The CMF slid below -0.05, showing heightened capital outflows and selling pressure.
Overall, the key WLD demand zones were clearly visible, and cautious bullishness was warranted. At the same time, a Bitcoin slide below $60k could lead to a deeper reset.
Final Summary The Worldcoin price action was firmly bearish in recent days, and the altcoin has shed 22% in under a week. Despite this correction, there was a chance that WLD bulls would manage to defend important support levels and keep the upward move going in the coming weeks.
Worldcoin has fallen nearly 15% while Robinhood has added the token to its trading platform, bringing fresh attention to the project as allegations linked to co-founder Sam Altman continue to weigh on sentiment.
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Robinhood has added Worldcoin to its crypto trading platform as WLD falls nearly 12%. Allegations involving Sam Altman-linked Orb have added fresh pressure on investor sentiment. WLD is testing key support near $0.53 ahead of a planned reduction in token unlocks next month. According to a June 23 X announcement by Robinhood, users of the brokerage platform can now trade Worldcoin (WLD), giving the token exposure to a broader retail investor base despite ongoing market turbulence.
The listing arrives during a difficult period for the project. At the time of writing, Worldcoin (WLD) was trading around $0.53 after dropping almost 15% over the past 24 hours.
Although listings on major exchanges and brokerages often improve liquidity and visibility, traders appeared reluctant to chase the news. The token remains well below its recent June peak near $0.70 despite gaining access to Robinhood’s customer base.
Selling pressure persists despite Robinhood listing Market attention has increasingly turned toward allegations involving Altman and entities connected to the Worldcoin ecosystem.
A report highlighted by podcaster Katie Miller said internal investigations at Orb, a startup associated with Worldcoin, examined payments allegedly approved by company leadership to a foreign entity. According to the report, those payments were intended to influence the market performance of the WLD token.
The allegations have added another layer of uncertainty around a project that has already faced criticism over its biometric identity verification system and token distribution model.
Earlier this month, Worldcoin also drew attention after BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes disclosed that he had sold his WLD holdings. His exit added to concerns among traders already navigating increased volatility across the token.
Token unlock reduction approaches in July At the same time, Worldcoin is preparing for a change in its token issuance schedule. According to project details, Worldcoin is expected to reduce its token unlock rate beginning on July 24, 2026. Lower unlock rates typically slow the pace at which new tokens enter circulation and can reduce selling pressure from newly released supply.
The planned adjustment has prompted discussion among traders because supply-related changes have historically influenced price action in crypto markets. Yet recent trading suggests investors remain more focused on the controversy surrounding the project than on upcoming tokenomics changes.
Separately, renewed discussion about a potential future public listing of OpenAI has brought additional attention to Altman-linked ventures, including Worldcoin. While no direct connection exists between OpenAI’s corporate plans and Worldcoin’s token economics, the heightened visibility has kept the project in market conversations.
For now, technical indicators suggest traders are becoming increasingly cautious despite Robinhood’s listing. On the daily chart, WLD has retreated to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level near $0.53 after failing to hold above $0.60, while the MACD has produced a bearish crossover and its histogram has slipped below zero.
Worldcoin daily price chart — June 23 | Source: crypto.news The relative strength index has also fallen sharply from recent highs, signaling fading buying pressure following the token’s rally to nearly $0.70 earlier this month.
A sustained move below $0.53 could open the door for a deeper retracement toward $0.48 and potentially $0.42, whereas a recovery above $0.62 would be needed to ease immediate downside pressure.
Key Takeaways Robinhood added Worldcoin (WLD) to its trading platform on June 23, 2026 The token plummeted nearly 15% within 24 hours, hovering near $0.53 Reports surface alleging Sam Altman’s involvement in schemes to manipulate WLD’s market value Arthur Hayes, BitMEX co-founder, liquidated his complete WLD position earlier this month A reduction in token unlock velocity is scheduled to begin July 24, 2026 On June 23, 2026, Robinhood integrated Worldcoin (WLD) into its cryptocurrency trading suite, as confirmed through an official announcement on X by the popular brokerage platform. This integration was designed to provide the digital asset with access to Robinhood’s extensive retail investor base. However, contrary to expectations, WLD experienced a sharp decline of approximately 15% over the subsequent 24-hour window, settling around the $0.53 mark.
Worldcoin (WLD) Price Market participants had anticipated the listing would generate positive momentum and increased buying activity. Instead, the token encountered significant resistance from traders who appeared hesitant to establish new positions. WLD continues to trade substantially beneath its recent June high of approximately $0.70.
Podcast host Katie Miller brought attention to an investigative report alleging that executives at Orb, a company connected to the Worldcoin network, authorized substantial payments to an overseas organization. According to these claims, the transfers were intended to artificially inflate WLD’s market valuation. These accusations have intensified scrutiny on a project already under fire for its controversial biometric identification framework.
Adding to the negative momentum, BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes revealed earlier in June that he had completely divested his WLD position. His departure from the token further dampened market sentiment and contributed to investor uncertainty.
Supply Dynamics and Unlock Schedule Worldcoin has announced plans to decrease its token unlock velocity beginning July 24, 2026. Reduced unlock rates limit the speed at which fresh tokens flow into the circulating supply. Such modifications have traditionally helped alleviate downward price pressure in cryptocurrency markets.
Nevertheless, market participants seem more preoccupied with the ongoing controversy than the forthcoming supply adjustment. Current trading patterns indicate that concerns over the project’s reputation are overshadowing any potential benefits from improved tokenomics.
Critical Support and Resistance Zones Analyzing the daily timeframe, WLD has retreated to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement zone around $0.53 following its inability to maintain support above $0.60. The MACD indicator has registered a bearish crossover, while its histogram has dipped into negative territory.
Source: TradingView The RSI has similarly declined from elevated levels, signaling diminishing bullish momentum. Should the token break below the $0.53 support level, technical analysts project potential downside targets at $0.48, with further weakness possibly extending toward $0.42.
To neutralize the current bearish outlook, WLD would need to reclaim territory above $0.62.
In related developments, speculation regarding a potential OpenAI initial public offering has maintained focus on projects associated with Sam Altman. However, no substantive connection has been established between OpenAI’s corporate trajectory and Worldcoin’s token structure.
At press time, WLD was changing hands at approximately $0.5577, representing an intraday decline of nearly 12%.
The metaverse space has just taken a big leap forward with the launch of the crypto game Wilder World on the Epic Games Store. This ambitious game aims to become the “GTA of Web3”, offering a massive online multiplayer experience that merges the best of virtual worlds and blockchain technology innovations.
Wilder World invites players to dive into a captivating futuristic metropolis called Miami, much like GTA, where players can socialize, explore the new metaverse city, compete against others, and much more. In this vast setting, users will have the chance to forge their own path, challenging the authoritarian organization FORUM while defending their city.
Wilder World: Beyond a Crypto Game and Play-to-Earn Experience What sets Wilder World apart from other crypto games or similar titles is its focus on decentralization and real digital ownership. All game elements, from equipment to lands and avatars, can be traded in the in-game market, allowing players to earn real economic value by simply participating in the multiple fun activities offered by this exciting virtual world.
With cutting-edge graphics created with Unreal Engine and integrated artificial intelligence, Wilder World promises a next-generation, AAA photorealistic gaming experience. Its first available adventure will be an exciting competitive racing mode in alpha testing phase, with a broader release scheduled for late 2024.
Frank Wilder, co-founder of Wilder World, expressed his enthusiasm for the game’s launch on the Epic Games Store, highlighting the ambitious vision of this project to redefine the crypto gaming industry through an immersive metaverse where players can connect, interact, and generate real income.
“We’re honored to be listed on the Epic Games store, setting the pace for next-gen gaming in the metaverse […] Our mission is to create a novel experience using cutting-edge technology, offering players a virtual space for gaming, socializing, and earning,” said Frank Wilder, Co-founder of Wilder World.
Epic Games Warning About Web3 and Cryptocurrencies It is important to note that Epic Games, the digital distribution platform hosting Wilder World, issued a specific warning about games involving blockchain technology, NFTs, or cryptocurrencies:
“This game supports or includes the use of Blockchain, NFT technology, or cryptocurrencies. All related transactions and activities, in-game purchases, refunds, and customer support are handled by the publisher of this product […] Players’ purchases through third-party markets are made at their own risk, and Epic Games does not endorse the purchase or sale of any cryptocurrency or digital asset.”
This clarification from Epic Games emphasizes the decentralized and cryptocurrency-based nature that Wilder World offers. However, being associated with tech giants like Epic Games, NVIDIA, and Polygon, Wilder World presents an ambitious project that could define the future of gaming in the new and exciting era of Web 3.0.
To fully enjoy Wilder World’s impressive graphics and vast virtual scale, developers have set demanding system requirements. The minimum requirements include Windows 10, a 10th gen Intel processor (8 cores), 32 GB RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 3080. The recommended setup adds Windows 11, a 13th gen Intel processor (12 cores), 64 GB RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 4090 for an optimal experience.
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In an innovative leap forward for the gaming industry, Wilder World has made its debut on the Epic Games Store, positioning itself as the pioneering ‘GTA of Web3’. This massively multiplayer online Metaverse, developed by a team of seasoned industry veterans, is now open for wishlisting, heralding a new era of gaming.
Wilder World invites players to immerse themselves in Wiami, a meticulously crafted virtual city where the ancient coexists with the cutting-edge. This decentralized virtual world is not just a game; it’s a challenge to players everywhere to rise against the authoritarian FORUM and carve out their destinies. The game combines breathtaking visuals with immersive storytelling, offering gamers a chance to leave their mark in a world where freedom and innovation reign supreme.
The Dawn of Web3 Gaming As the first of its kind, Wilder World offers a sprawling free-roam virtual world set in Wiami. This Metaverse city is not only a playground for exploration, racing, and socializing but also boasts a surface area significantly larger than that of traditional MMOs. The initial experience — a competitive racing game within Wiami’s expansive landscape — is currently in alpha testing, with a wider release anticipated in late 2024.
Developed with Unreal Engine’s unmatched capabilities, Wilder World is a next-generation AAA title that has been in the making since early 2021. It showcases the pinnacle of photorealistic graphics and artificial intelligence in gaming, alongside a fully operational in-game economy. Everything within the game, from items and equipment to land and avatars, exists as tradable digital assets, allowing players to earn real value through participation.
The game’s listing on the Epic Games Store — a powerhouse with over 270 million total users and 75 million monthly active users as of December 2023 — significantly amplifies Wilder World’s visibility among a global audience of avid PC gamers. This partnership with Epic Games not only leverages the unparalleled quality of the Unreal Engine but also aligns with shared values of innovation and resistance against exploitative practices in the gaming industry.
Next-Gen Gaming Meets Decentralized World Frank Wilder, the Co-founder of Wilder World, expressed his enthusiasm about the listing: “We’re honored to be listed on the Epic Games store, setting the pace for next-gen gaming in the Metaverse. Our mission is to create a novel experience using cutting-edge technology, offering players a virtual space for gaming, socializing, and earning.”
Beyond gaming, Wilder World is committed to inclusivity, opening its virtual doors to players worldwide. Through strategic collaborations with Nvidia’s GeForce Now, SuperVerse, and others, the game bridges the gap between Web2 and Web3 gaming communities. The game also prioritizes scalability, leveraging partnerships with Polygon and Celestia to build a custom, scalable blockchain for low transaction fees, and with Metagravity to support virtual worlds inhabited by thousands of players simultaneously.
Wilder World emerged from a closed-alpha launch in December 2023 after more than two and a half years of development. It stands as a testament to the potential of blockchain and AI in crafting vast, photorealistic environments and immersive gaming experiences. This Metaverse is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial background, hardware, or location, underlining the game’s vision of a universally inclusive virtual space.
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