World Cup 2026 becomes crypto’s biggest stage as Kraken and Polymarket ride the tournament wave

Polymarket, the world’s largest prediction market, has enabled instant bitcoin deposits over the Lightning Network, with new rails powered by the Spark protocol crediting funds in under one second. Opening up New Avenues Polymarket has switched on instant bitcoin deposits via the Lightning Network, a payments layer built on top of the Bitcoin network (powered […]

The post Polymarket and CEO Shayne Coplan Sued Over Strategy Bitcoin Sale appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Polymarket sued after resolving a Strategy Bitcoin market as “No” despite an SEC filing showing a BTC sale. Plaintiffs say Polymarket should have resolved “Yes” after Strategy’s SEC filing disclosed a 32 BTC sale. This signals ongoing tensions in prediction market resolution criteria as volumes and scrutiny surges. Polymarket and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Shayne Coplan are facing a lawsuit over the settlement of a prediction market on whether Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) sold Bitcoin (BTC) before May 31, 2026. The plaintiffs claim the Polymarket should have resolved Yes based on Strategy’s SEC 8-K filing disclosing a 32 BTC sale between May 26-31. Polymarket Faces Lawsuit Over Disputed Strategy BTC Sale Settlement On July 3, 2026, two Polymarket traders, William Wood and Thomas Bush, filed a lawsuit in the New York Supreme Court against Polymarket, alleging the platfo

The post Polymarket Enables Lightning-Fast Bitcoin Deposits Through Spark Integration appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Highlights Polymarket integrates Lightning Network for rapid Bitcoin deposits through Spark infrastructure Deposits clear in less than one second through Spark’s zero-confirmation methodology, with Spark assuming verification risk This enhancement builds on Polymarket’s traditional on-chain Bitcoin functionality launched in October 2025 Integration supports major platforms including Cash App, Coinbase, Kraken, Binance, OKX, and additional wallets Launch coincides with ongoing regulatory challenges from the CFTC, South Korean authorities, and New York litigation Polymarket has integrated Lightning Network capabilities for Bitcoin deposits, leveraging payment infrastructure developed by Spark. This implementation allows traders to deposit funds nearly instantaneously rather than enduring traditional blockchain confirmation delays. Polymarket Integrates Spark for

Trump's claims may hinder US-Iran diplomacy, reducing chances of peace talks and affecting geopolitical stability and market dynamics. The post Trump claims he prevented Turkey from siding with Iran in ongoing conflict appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Polymarket’s Frontend Attack Shows Why Real-Time Platforms Need Better User-Side Security appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Polymarket’s latest security incident did not begin with a broken smart contract. The prediction market platform said a compromised third-party vendor injected malicious code into its frontend for some users, exposing them to a phishing attack and forcing the company to promise full reimbursement. For crypto users, that detail matters. A platform can be sound on-chain and still become dangerous at the screen where a wallet signs, clicks, or confirms. The attack was not only about code According to TechRadar, Polymarket said the affected vendor had been contained and the compromised dependency removed after the attack was discovered. Blockchain monitoring firm PeckShield estimated that roughly $3 million in crypto was stolen from around 11 users, while Polymarket said it was contacting impacted users and refunding them in full. That sequence is familiar

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The post Kraken Pursues European Banking License in Lithuania appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Highlights Kraken is pursuing comprehensive banking authorization in Europe, with Lithuania identified as the target jurisdiction Success would make Kraken the sole cryptocurrency exchange holding a European banking license The strategy mirrors the approach taken by Revolut, which secured licensing from Lithuania’s banking regulator in 2018 The exchange currently operates with MiCA credentials via Ireland and holds a MiFID license through Cyprus In early 2026, Kraken Financial achieved a milestone by becoming the first cryptocurrency company to connect with the Federal Reserve’s payment systems Kraken, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is actively pursuing full banking authorization within Europe. According to sources with knowledge of the matter, the platform has set its sights on Lithuania as the preferred location for this regulatory milestone. Crypto exchanges are no longe

The post Drone strikes hit Chernihiv as Polymarket lifts Putin-out-by-2027 odds to 19% appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Rongchai Wang Jul 08, 2026 06:28 On July 6, Russian drones hit two enterprises in Ukraine’s Chernihiv region, igniting fires in Koriukivka district that responders later put out with no reported casualties. Drone strikes hit Chernihiv as Polymarket lifts Putin-out-by-2027 odds to 19% Chernihiv Drone Strikes Push Polymarket Ladder Higher on “Putin Out as President by June 30, 2027” A Russian drone attack in Ukraine’s Chernihiv region, which emergency services said hit two enterprises and sparked fires, came as Polymarket traders pushed up pricing on the ladder market “Putin out as President of Russia by…?” The longest-dated strike, “Putin out by June 30, 2027,” was last indicated at 19% Yes / 81% No on $16.28 million in matched volume. Key Takeaways Polymarket priced a 19% Yes / 81% No chance that Vladimir Putin is out as Russia’s president by Jun