Brodigy’s Buzz: 5 Crypto News Stories of June 2025 That Shook the Market
June 2025 was marked by sharp market corrections triggered by escalating geopolitical conflict, a wave of liquidations said to have exceeded $1 billion according to Blockhead, and notable institutional developments. Bitcoin briefly dipped below $100K, while projects like Polymarket and Circle made headlines with billion-dollar valuations and record growth. From DeFi integrations to funding rounds and valuation milestones, here are the stories that shaped the crypto market this month.
Bitcoin Dips Below $100K Amid Geopolitical Fears, Altcoins Rebound Swiftly
On 22 June 2025, heightened geopolitical tensions fueled by fears of the US-Iran conflict escalation, triggered a sharp sell-off in the crypto market. According to Decrypt, crypto liquidations topped $701 million on 22 June 2025 in 24 hours, with $618.69 million from long positions. Bitcoin fell below $100,000 to a low of $98,200, while major altcoins like Solana (SOL), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Ripple (XRP) suffered double-digit losses.
At the time of writing, funding rates have normalised and trading volume spiked on centralised exchanges. Bitcoin regained ground, trading at $107,000 as of 25 June 2025, supported by ETF inflows and spot buying, though ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties could influence future volatility.
Polymarket Reportedly Set to Raise $200M at $1B Valuation
Blockchain-based prediction market Polymarket is reportedly closing a $200 million funding round led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, valuing the company at an estimated $1 billion. As such, this gives it the coveted “unicorn” status despite a ban on US users and regulatory scrutiny. The round is intended to drive Polymarket’s expansion into new regions, improve its trading platform, and boost market liquidity. The platform previously raised over $100 million, including a $50 million round earlier this year, according to reports from Reuters and Bloomberg.
Anchorage Enables Institutional DeFi via Uniswap Integration
Anchorage Digital has upgraded its institutional-grade Porto wallet by integrating Uniswap’s API. This gives clients direct access to DeFi swaps and liquidity pools within a secure, custody-backed environment. CEO Nathan McCauley highlights that this move lets institutions “move at crypto-native speed — without compromising security,” signaling growing demand for compliant, on-chain financial tools. With Uniswap’s on-chain TVL still above $4.5 billion, this integration could be pivotal for institutional adoption.
Circle Hits $32B Market Cap as Stablecoin Regulation Takes Shape
Circle Internet Group, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, has seen its market capitalisation rise to $32.8 billion following a 27% jump in its stock price to $190.03 — a nearly sixfold gain from its $31 IPO on 5 June 2025. The rally accelerated after the US Senate passed the GENIUS Act, a bill that establishes a federal framework for fully backed, regulated stablecoins.
Overall, Circle’s stock has surged roughly 750%, including a 168% spike on its first trading day, pushing its valuation to a peak of around $64 billion — briefly surpassing the total USDC supply of $62 billion. According to Bloomberg, the growth has sparked debate over the future of stablecoins in mainstream payments, as analysts question the sustainability of Circle’s valuation and whether traditional banks and retailers will widely adopt USDC.
Nasdaq‑Listed Company Unveils $1B BNB Play, Shares Soar 100%
Nasdaq-listed Web3 infrastructure company Nano Labs has revealed plans to raise $500 million through convertible notes to purchase $1 billion worth of Binance’s BNB token for its corporate treasury. The stock doubled within 24 hours, catching the attention of both equity and crypto investors. Analysts say this could set a new precedent for public companies allocating capital toward native chain tokens, not just Bitcoin or ETH, as balance sheet assets. The company claims the move will deepen its strategic alignment with BNB Chain’s growth roadmap.
Despite heavy liquidations and geopolitical uncertainty, June closed with signs of recovery across major altcoins and continued institutional involvement. Analysts are watching July closely as a potential consolidation phase, contingent on macroeconomic shifts and regulatory signals. Momentum remains, but conditions remain fragile.
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