Why tokenized SpaceX shares broke before retail investors could buy them
Tokenized SpaceX shares drew more than $1 billion in demand, but many investors received refunds instead. What went wrong?
Month: June 2026
Meta debuts new, cheaper smart glasses under its own brand
The smart glasses are available in several countries starting today in a variety of color and lens combinations.
The SEC delayed tokenizing stocks, and here’s why that’s a relief
Before we rush to tokenize U.S. equities, we need compliance systems that understand context, not just checkboxes. Investors like Michael Burry see the danger, so should the rest of us, urges Chamarajnagar.
4 days left to save up to $190 on TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026
Four days left to save up to $190 on your pass to TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 – the ultimate founder bootcamp – before Early Bird rates end on June 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Register here.
Hoto’s 25-bit electric screwdriver is 40 percent off during Prime Day
You knew there’d be a Hoto deal, right? Whether you’re moving into a new apartment or tackling a growing list of small repairs around the house, a good electric screwdriver can save you time and effort. Hoto’s 3.6V Electric Screwdriver Kit Pro is one we love to recommend, especially because it’s on sale for $28.49 … Read more
Ribbie turns real-time baseball stats into arcade-like, pixel-art broadcasts
Ribbie lets you follow along live with MLB games with a delightful, arcade-inspired interface.
Ethereum Foundation cuts 20% of staff amid leadership exodus
The reduction follows a period of significant upheaval at the organization’s leadership level.
Thailand Expands Crypto Mining Probe Into $300M Chinese Laundering Network
Thailand’s DSI says a Chinese “grey capital” network used illegal crypto mining and cash mules to launder more than $300 million a year.
The Oura Ring 4 is as low as $226 for Prime Day
Yes, the Oura Ring 5 just launched. But if you’re looking for a bargain and don’t mind a slightly thicker smart ring, then copping the last-gen Oura Ring 4 is still a smart and savvy move. Especially since the price is as low as $226 in most sizes and color schemes at Amazon for Prime … Read more
Sony’s AI Camera Assistant is exactly as bad as it looks
I’m sorry Sony, your AI isn’t very good at photography. When Sony announced the Xperia 1 VIII last month, it promoted the phone by sharing some of the worst photos taken on a Sony camera in years. These weren’t just any photos, though: they were taken with Sony’s new AI Camera Assistant. After a week … Read more
Bitcoin may need to plunge 15% or more to mark bottom, according to this long-time indicator
With bitcoin testing its 200 week moving average, on-chain data suggests the $50,000 to $54,000 range could become the next key battleground.
Fika Jobs raises $4M to build a video-first hiring platform where AI agents interview candidates
Stockholm-based startup Fika Jobs is building a video-first hiring platform that combines AI interview agents with short-form video profiles, creating something that feels like a cross between LinkedIn and TikTok.
I’m not giving up my Steam Deck for MSI’s new Claw
This is not a review of the MSI Claw 8 EX AI Plus, the first gaming handheld available with Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme handheld gaming chip. Now that my colleague Sean Hollister is done reviewing the Steam Machine, I’ll let him go deep on the new Claw at some point in the future. This … Read more
Valve confirms it’s working with Intel and Nvidia on SteamOS for more GPUs
A YouTuber got SteamOS running on an MSI Claw 8 AI Plus like this one. | Photo by Sean Hollister / The Verge MSI’s Intel-powered Claw gaming handhelds have so far mostly been Windows machines, meaning that anyone who picks one up has to deal with the crusty experience that is Windows on a handheld … Read more
My go-to Kindle is back at its best price yet for Prime Day
The latest Kindle Paperwhite is $35 off. | Image: Amazon If you’ve been thinking about picking up a Kindle, Amazon’s Prime Day sale is a great time to do it. The retailer is currently offering steep discounts on several of its e-readers, including the latest Kindle Paperwhite with 16GB of storage and ads, which is … Read more
In Clarity Act’s final weeks, its path through U.S. Senate not getting much clearer
Tough negotiations linger in several difficult arenas, but crypto’s Washington lobbyists are flying in allies this week and still hoping for a July vote.
Former Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova joins stablecoin issuer Agora as head of operations
The former Robinhood Crypto executive will oversee operations as Agora scales its rapidly growing AUSD stablecoin business.
Kalshi adds India to growing list of restricted jurisdictions
Kalshi has added India to its list of 55 restricted jurisdictions, months after Indian authorities warned VPN providers to stop facilitating access to these platforms.
The ECB digital euro takes step forward after winning key European Parliament vote
EU lawmakers backed a legal framework to develop an ECB digital currency by 2029 so the continent can stop relying entirely on U.S. credit card and stablecoin giants.
EU committee advances digital euro bill after key vote
EU lawmakers backed rules for an offline and online digital euro, with privacy safeguards, holding limits and no interest payments.
Morning Minute: Fomo’s $75M Raise Shows Big VCs Are Still Betting on Consumer Crypto
Crypto majors are selling off as big Tech gets routed; Saylor is hoarding cash; and ETH heavyweights team up to fund R&D with ETHLabs.
Former BIS chief softens stance on stablecoins, backs coexistence with fiat
Former BIS general manager Agustín Carstens said stablecoins can enhance financial inclusion and innovation but stressed the need for global regulatory frameworks to enable coexistence with fiat money.
The best Prime Day deals we found on our favorite gear
Amazon’s Prime Day is on, and it’s happening for the next four days. Prime members can jump into the deals now until the sale officially ends at 3:01AM ET / 12:01AM PT June 27th. Many discounts will remain the same throughout the duration. We’ve been covering Prime Day in-depth since the shopping event debuted over … Read more
Bitcoin volatility looks cheap as $10 billion options settlement nears
Your day-ahead look for June 23, 2026
Elon Musk and the plot to hijack America’s broadband
At 9PM ET on the night of May 28th, a Blue Origin New Glenn rocket sat on the launchpad at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The craft was in the middle of a hot-fire test awaiting the arrival of Amazon Leo satellites, the first of 24 batches to be shuttled into low Earth orbit … Read more
These are the best smart home deals this Prime Day
Smart locks and smart doorbells are on sale for Prime Day. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Every Prime Day is a good day to make your home smarter, as deals on connected gear proliferate not just on Amazon but all across the web. And this Prime Day is no different. I … Read more
Crypto market drops as Nasdaq tech selloff spills into digital assets
Bitcoin lost 2.5% to $62,300 and ether fell more than 4% while $717 million in liquidations amplified losses across altcoins.