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Raise is an innovative gift card crypto platform dedicated to revolutionizing the consumer shopping experience and enhancing the way they interact with brands. Consumers buy gift cards from participating retailers, and the money is deposited with Raise, which then uses stablecoins, or cryptocurrency pegged to the U.S. dollar, to put that money in escrow for a retailer. Once a customer uses the gift card, Raise sends money from the escrow account to the retailer by ACH or stablecoin.
Ethereum Institutional Completes Seed Funding Raise, Led by BitMine, SharpLink, and Ethereum Co-Founders
以太坊机构（Ethereum Institutional）宣布完成初始生态系统融资轮，获得逾 100 位生态参与者支持，锚定投资方包括 BitMNR、Sharplink 及以太坊联合创始人 Joseph Lubin、Mihai Alisie，参与者涵盖加密原生机构及个人投资者。 后续，该组织将加速与银行、资产管理公司、托管机构、金融科技及主权机构的直接接触，并联合 L2、应用团队、基础设施及托管服务商等推进以太坊机构化进程。目前该组织已开放招聘。
Bloomberg: Robotics Startup Genesis AI in Talks to Raise Approximately $500 Million
according to sources familiar with the matter, AI robotics startup Genesis AI is in talks with investors for a new funding round, planning to raise approximately $500 million, corresponding to a pre-money valuation of around $3 billion. Existing investor Premji Invest is in discussions to lead the round, while HSG (formerly Sequoia China) and Northzone Ventures are also discussing additional investments.In June this year, Genesis AI launched an AI industrial robot named Eno. The company stated that Eno is capable of reasoning "beyond predefined tasks" and adapting based on different outcomes. (Bloomberg)
Figure Plans to Raise $600M to Acquire AI Real Estate Lending Platform Kiavi
Figure Technology Solutions, a Nasdaq-listed blockchain financial platform, announced plans to issue senior secured notes to qualified institutional investors to raise $600 million, subject to market conditions. The proceeds from this financing will be primarily used for the cash consideration to acquire Kiavi, as well as for general corporate purposes and related issuance expenses. (Globenewswire)
AI Data Center Crusoe Plans to Raise $3 Billion, Valuation Could Rise to $30 Billion
AI data center Crusoe Energy Systems is in talks for a new round of financing worth approximately $3 billion. Upon completion of this round, the company's valuation is expected to roughly triple from the previous round, reaching the $30 billion range.Founded in 2018, Crusoe initially started with crypto-related businesses before transitioning into an AI infrastructure and data center service provider. It is currently categorized as one of the "neocloud" firms, a new type of cloud computing company focused on providing computational power support for generative AI. The company has signed compute supply contracts with tech giants including Meta and Oracle. As demand for AI infrastructure construction surges, the scale of its compute business continues to expand.According to previously public information, Crusoe completed a funding round of approximately $1.38 billion last year, with a valuation exceeding $10 billion. If this new round is successfully completed, it would become another large-scale capital move in the AI infrastructure sector.Market sources estimate that the final valuation for this round could be around the $30 billion level, but the deal is still in progress and has not yet been finalized. (Reuters)
Hamilton Lane's First RMB Fund Plans to Raise $220 Million
According to Bloomberg, private market investment management giant Hamilton Lane is preparing its first RMB-denominated fund, targeting to raise approximately 1 billion to 1.5 billion RMB (approximately $150 million to $220 million), with plans to complete by the end of this year; insiders revealed that the fund will raise capital from investors within China. Hamilton Lane previously raised USD funds through the Qualified Foreign Limited Partnership (QFLP) mechanism and converted them into RMB capital to invest in assets within China; its direct equity strategy fund Hamilton Lane Equity Opportunities Fund VI (EO VI) has completed fundraising of $3.8 billion. Hamilton Lane has already established a presence in the crypto sector, strategically investing in the on-chain investment platform Republic this March; its tokenized credit fund is already custodied on-chain, and the Senior Credit Opportunities Securitization Fund HLSCOPE has a total asset value of approximately $9 million on the Polygon network, primarily investing in senior secured private credit and senior secured loans in North America and Europe.
Hive Digital to Raise $100 Million via Note Issuance, Signs LOI to Deploy Approximately 10,000 Nvidia GPUs
Odaily Bitcoin mining company and data center Hive Digital Technologies has announced it will raise $100 million through the issuance of zero-coupon exchangeable senior notes due in 2031, aiming to further expand its computing infrastructure. Additionally, the company has signed a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) with a Swedish sovereign technology firm possessing an investment-grade credit rating, intending to lease approximately 30MW of computing capacity at its data center for a term of up to 10 years. Under the agreement, Hive will deploy approximately 25MW of IT computing capacity and plans to utilize up to 10,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs. However, the LOI currently remains subject to further negotiations and the signing of a final definitive agreement. (DataCenterDynamics)
Kalshi in Talks to Raise Funding at $40 Billion Valuation
prediction market platform Kalshi is in talks to raise a new round of funding at a valuation of approximately $40 billion, with a potential deal closing as early as the third quarter. Last month, Kalshi completed a $1 billion funding round from investors including Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Coatue, and Morgan Stanley, at a valuation of $22 billion.Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour stated that the company is considering an IPO, but it will not go public in 2026, with a potential listing likely no earlier than late 2027 or 2028. Kalshi reported that as of April 2026, its annualized trading volume reached $178 billion, a 32-fold increase year-over-year.Kalshi is currently embroiled in a legal dispute between U.S. state and federal regulators over the oversight of prediction markets. The controversy includes whether sports event contracts constitute derivatives regulated by the CFTC or illegal gambling. CME has sued the CFTC over its approval of Kalshi's "perpetual" futures, Kentucky sued Kalshi and Polymarket this month, and the CFTC subsequently sued Kentucky to block its enforcement action. (Decrypt)
Federal Reserve's Logan: The Fed May Need to Raise Interest Rates This Year to Curb Prices
Odaily Odaily News, Federal Reserve's Logan stated that Fed officials may need to raise interest rates later this year to bring inflation down to the 2% target level. She noted that the U.S. labor market is "largely in balance," investment in the AI sector is booming, and financial conditions remain "loose." However, she added that the current inflation trend does not appear to be heading back towards the Fed's 2% target. "These conditions suggest that current monetary policy is not exerting a restraining effect on the economy," "I am increasingly concerned that, in order to fully restore price stability and appropriately balance both aspects of the Fed's 'dual mandate,' interest rate hikes may be necessary later this year." (Jin Shi)
Federal Reserve Chair Candidate Supports Inclusion of Crypto in Financial System, Lawmakers Raise Regulatory Concerns
Odaily News Kevin Warsh stated during a Senate hearing that digital assets "have become part of the U.S. financial system" and supports their inclusion into the financial system to provide investors with more opportunities and protection.This statement is seen as a signal of a generally more open policy towards the cryptocurrency industry should he become the Federal Reserve Chair. Warsh has previously referred to Bitcoin as an "important asset that aids in policy-making."However, Elizabeth Warren expressed concerns during the hearing, mentioning potential risks in the crypto space such as "sock puppet" accounts, emphasizing the need for enhanced regulation and prevention of abuse.
Analyst: Strategy May Need to Sell About 20,600 BTC to Raise Up to $1.25 Billion
On-chain analyst Ember posted on X platform, stating that Strategy currently has $2.55 billion in dollar reserves, which can support interest payments for one and a half years. Strategy may sell some BTC at any time soon, raising up to $1.25 billion to replenish dollar reserves, which equates to approximately 20,600 BTC at current prices. Strategy may also conduct share buybacks of up to $1 billion.
ZachXBT: AscendEX Withdrawal Delays Raise Concerns Over On-Chain Reserves and Liquidity Stress
ZachXBT issued a community alert on X, warning that the centralized exchange AscendEX (formerly Bitmax) has recently been reported to experience delays in processing user withdrawals—some withdrawal requests may take several days or even weeks. ZachXBT noted that ETH, USDT, SOL, and other major high-market-cap assets are held in relatively low amounts within known hot wallets flagged by Arkham and TRM, potentially indicating liquidity pressure facing the platform.
Bubblemaps: LAB Large Holders Locked Until 2027 May Raise Liquidity Concerns
on-chain data platform Bubblemaps has released an analysis of the LAB token on-chain data on X platform. Only 313 participants joined the presale on the Legion platform, with a total initial investment of approximately $1.428 million. The current market value of these presale holdings has surged to $977 million, with investors collectively enjoying an unrealized gain approaching $1 billion. Due to unlock restrictions, the full lock-up period for investors' shares extends to 2027, making it difficult to liquidate funds. The first batch of token unlocks will occur on July 14. Bubblemaps warns that the economic model featuring highly concentrated LAB holdings combined with long-term lock-up poses significant liquidity risks. There is widespread market concern that after subsequent rounds of unlocks, large-scale profit-taking by major holders could put downward pressure on the market.
Ethereum Institutional Completes Seed Funding Raise, Led by BitMine, SharpLink, and Ethereum Co-Founders
以太坊机构（Ethereum Institutional）宣布完成初始生态系统融资轮，获得逾 100 位生态参与者支持，锚定投资方包括 BitMNR、Sharplink 及以太坊联合创始人 Joseph Lubin、Mihai Alisie，参与者涵盖加密原生机构及个人投资者。 后续，该组织将加速与银行、资产管理公司、托管机构、金融科技及主权机构的直接接触，并联合 L2、应用团队、基础设施及托管服务商等推进以太坊机构化进程。目前该组织已开放招聘。
Bloomberg: Robotics Startup Genesis AI in Talks to Raise Approximately $500 Million
according to sources familiar with the matter, AI robotics startup Genesis AI is in talks with investors for a new funding round, planning to raise approximately $500 million, corresponding to a pre-money valuation of around $3 billion. Existing investor Premji Invest is in discussions to lead the round, while HSG (formerly Sequoia China) and Northzone Ventures are also discussing additional investments.In June this year, Genesis AI launched an AI industrial robot named Eno. The company stated that Eno is capable of reasoning "beyond predefined tasks" and adapting based on different outcomes. (Bloomberg)
AI Data Center Crusoe Plans to Raise $3 Billion, Valuation Could Rise to $30 Billion
AI data center Crusoe Energy Systems is in talks for a new round of financing worth approximately $3 billion. Upon completion of this round, the company's valuation is expected to roughly triple from the previous round, reaching the $30 billion range.Founded in 2018, Crusoe initially started with crypto-related businesses before transitioning into an AI infrastructure and data center service provider. It is currently categorized as one of the "neocloud" firms, a new type of cloud computing company focused on providing computational power support for generative AI. The company has signed compute supply contracts with tech giants including Meta and Oracle. As demand for AI infrastructure construction surges, the scale of its compute business continues to expand.According to previously public information, Crusoe completed a funding round of approximately $1.38 billion last year, with a valuation exceeding $10 billion. If this new round is successfully completed, it would become another large-scale capital move in the AI infrastructure sector.Market sources estimate that the final valuation for this round could be around the $30 billion level, but the deal is still in progress and has not yet been finalized. (Reuters)
Hive Digital to Raise $100 Million via Note Issuance, Signs LOI to Deploy Approximately 10,000 Nvidia GPUs
Odaily Bitcoin mining company and data center Hive Digital Technologies has announced it will raise $100 million through the issuance of zero-coupon exchangeable senior notes due in 2031, aiming to further expand its computing infrastructure. Additionally, the company has signed a non-binding letter of intent (LOI) with a Swedish sovereign technology firm possessing an investment-grade credit rating, intending to lease approximately 30MW of computing capacity at its data center for a term of up to 10 years. Under the agreement, Hive will deploy approximately 25MW of IT computing capacity and plans to utilize up to 10,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs. However, the LOI currently remains subject to further negotiations and the signing of a final definitive agreement. (DataCenterDynamics)
ZachXBT: AscendEX Withdrawal Delays Raise Concerns Over On-Chain Reserves and Liquidity Stress
ZachXBT issued a community alert on X, warning that the centralized exchange AscendEX (formerly Bitmax) has recently been reported to experience delays in processing user withdrawals—some withdrawal requests may take several days or even weeks. ZachXBT noted that ETH, USDT, SOL, and other major high-market-cap assets are held in relatively low amounts within known hot wallets flagged by Arkham and TRM, potentially indicating liquidity pressure facing the platform.
Walsh: No One at the Fed Wants to Raise Interest Rates Today
Federal Reserve Chairman Walsh stated at a press conference that no one at the Fed wants to raise interest rates soon. In response to a question implying that current data would support a rate hike, Walsh said: "This judgment you expressed is not shared by any of the 19 participants present today. We will meet again in six weeks to revisit this issue." (Jinshi)
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Ethereum Institutional Completes Seed Funding Raise, Led by BitMine, SharpLink, and Ethereum Co-Founders
以太坊机构（Ethereum Institutional）宣布完成初始生态系统融资轮，获得逾 100 位生态参与者支持，锚定投资方包括 BitMNR、Sharplink 及以太坊联合创始人 Joseph Lubin、Mihai Alisie，参与者涵盖加密原生机构及个人投资者。 后续，该组织将加速与银行、资产管理公司、托管机构、金融科技及主权机构的直接接触，并联合 L2、应用团队、基础设施及托管服务商等推进以太坊机构化进程。目前该组织已开放招聘。
Bloomberg: Robotics Startup Genesis AI in Talks to Raise Approximately $500 Million
according to sources familiar with the matter, AI robotics startup Genesis AI is in talks with investors for a new funding round, planning to raise approximately $500 million, corresponding to a pre-money valuation of around $3 billion. Existing investor Premji Invest is in discussions to lead the round, while HSG (formerly Sequoia China) and Northzone Ventures are also discussing additional investments.In June this year, Genesis AI launched an AI industrial robot named Eno. The company stated that Eno is capable of reasoning "beyond predefined tasks" and adapting based on different outcomes. (Bloomberg)
Figure Plans to Raise $600M to Acquire AI Real Estate Lending Platform Kiavi
Figure Technology Solutions, a Nasdaq-listed blockchain financial platform, announced plans to issue senior secured notes to qualified institutional investors to raise $600 million, subject to market conditions. The proceeds from this financing will be primarily used for the cash consideration to acquire Kiavi, as well as for general corporate purposes and related issuance expenses. (Globenewswire)
AI Data Center Crusoe Plans to Raise $3 Billion, Valuation Could Rise to $30 Billion
AI data center Crusoe Energy Systems is in talks for a new round of financing worth approximately $3 billion. Upon completion of this round, the company's valuation is expected to roughly triple from the previous round, reaching the $30 billion range.Founded in 2018, Crusoe initially started with crypto-related businesses before transitioning into an AI infrastructure and data center service provider. It is currently categorized as one of the "neocloud" firms, a new type of cloud computing company focused on providing computational power support for generative AI. The company has signed compute supply contracts with tech giants including Meta and Oracle. As demand for AI infrastructure construction surges, the scale of its compute business continues to expand.According to previously public information, Crusoe completed a funding round of approximately $1.38 billion last year, with a valuation exceeding $10 billion. If this new round is successfully completed, it would become another large-scale capital move in the AI infrastructure sector.Market sources estimate that the final valuation for this round could be around the $30 billion level, but the deal is still in progress and has not yet been finalized. (Reuters)
Hamilton Lane's First RMB Fund Plans to Raise $220 Million
According to Bloomberg, private market investment management giant Hamilton Lane is preparing its first RMB-denominated fund, targeting to raise approximately 1 billion to 1.5 billion RMB (approximately $150 million to $220 million), with plans to complete by the end of this year; insiders revealed that the fund will raise capital from investors within China. Hamilton Lane previously raised USD funds through the Qualified Foreign Limited Partnership (QFLP) mechanism and converted them into RMB capital to invest in assets within China; its direct equity strategy fund Hamilton Lane Equity Opportunities Fund VI (EO VI) has completed fundraising of $3.8 billion. Hamilton Lane has already established a presence in the crypto sector, strategically investing in the on-chain investment platform Republic this March; its tokenized credit fund is already custodied on-chain, and the Senior Credit Opportunities Securitization Fund HLSCOPE has a total asset value of approximately $9 million on the Polygon network, primarily investing in senior secured private credit and senior secured loans in North America and Europe.
“White-Hair Stock God” Serenity: Semiconductor Supply Chain Bottlenecks Intensify, OSAT Providers Raise Prices
Odaily Odaily News “White-Hair Stock God” Serenity summarized recent dynamics in the semiconductor industry on X platform, indicating multiple signs show the semiconductor supply chain is tightening. Citing institutional and industry sources, Serenity noted that Morgan Stanley has raised its 2026 forecast for humanoid robot shipments in China from 14,000 and 28,000 units at the beginning of the year to 50,000 units. Probe cards and test sockets are expected to see price increases due to precious metal price hikes and shortages of test pin capacity. Yageo has raised prices on products such as MLCCs, aluminum electrolytic capacitors, tantalum capacitors, polymer aluminum capacitors, film capacitors, and supercapacitors.Additionally, Serenity stated that Meta’s next-generation Vistara architecture will adopt DDR4 memory combined with a CXL expansion solution. OpenAI is reported to have made a breakthrough in inference optimization, halving inference costs and reducing GPU demand. After Samsung signed a long-term supply agreement (LTA) with a major US tech customer, it has also begun adopting long-term agreement supply models for MLCCs.Serenity also cited a Digitimes report that OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) packaging and testing providers have begun to raise prices. Currently, memory and IC packaging and testing capacity have both become significant bottlenecks in the semiconductor supply chain.