Australian cryptocurrency users are preparing for major regulatory changes as the countrys crypto Travel Rule becomes fully enforceable on July 1. The new requirements, introduced by the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC), will require crypto exchanges and other virtual asset service providers (VASPs) to collect, verify, and share sender and recipient information for every cryptocurrency transfer.
Botanix's shutdown has raised an uncomfortable question for Bitcoin builders: Does the market actually want programmable BTC, or just a better way to borrow, lend and earn yield on it?
Crypto ETF flows turned positive across the board on Tuesday, June 16, with bitcoin, ether, HYPE, XRP, and solana ETFs all recording inflows. The rare all-green session suggested investors are starting to rebuild exposure, even if demand remains measured. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Gain $19.