Our Scans · (FS.5.09) Cryptocurrency Market · Weekly Summary

• [New] Stripe, Visa and Mastercard will soon be introducing a new stablecoin platform, with participation from cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase Global also possible. Investing News Network (INN)
• [New] Bitcoin BTC $66,211.77 slipped below $70,000 for the first time in two months, leaving cryptocurrency markets vulnerable ahead of a week of important U.S. economic data that could determine the direction of the next move for risk assets. CoinDesk
• [New] While SpaceX itself is unlikely to issue its own cryptocurrency in the traditional sense, the broader implications of its mission and technology could intersect with blockchain and crypto concepts in interesting ways. LBank
• Data-center and cryptocurrency electricity demand is forecast to hit between 620 and 1,050 TWh worldwide in 2026, up from roughly 455 TWh in 2022 (IEA). TechnologyChecker.io
• The Uranium Finance crypto exchange hack resulted in the theft of approximately $53 million in cryptocurrency, with the incident involving two separate attacks that exploited smart contract vulnerabilities. ProjectZyper AI
• The shift in U.S. political leadership brought a fundamental restructuring of cryptocurrency regulation, while global developments in blockchain technology and digital currencies created both opportunities and challenges for legal practitioners. GLI
• Choosing the right cryptocurrency wallet in 2026 will be essential to ensuring effective security when managing digital assets. 01
• Strategic Bitcoin Reserve is a bold and visionary move that could reshape the global cryptocurrency landscape. Kavout
• U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is expected to become the largest IPO in the digital asset space next year. RootData
• User level (lost or stolen wallet) is an ongoing threat to users; therefore, understanding how to properly secure your digital assets and being aware of possible threats when using cryptocurrency in 2026 will be critical. Bitcoin Foundation
• A major factor in cryptocurrency prediction 2026 will be the growth of Layer-2 ecosystems, which will allow for mass adoption through creating scalable and affordable versions of decentralized applications. Bitcoin Foundation
• CertiK has highlighted phishing, deepfakes, supply chain attacks, and cross-chain vulnerabilities as the primary security threats facing the cryptocurrency industry in 2026. Phemex News
• The rapid expansion of cryptocurrency ecosystems has introduced transformative opportunities for global financial systems while simultaneously presenting new risks related to financial crime and regulatory enforcement. Unknown
• Scam compounds in Southeast Asia run like factory floors, with rows of trafficked workers carrying out romance scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and impersonation schemes under threat of violence. Cyberscoop

Last updated: 23 June 2026