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VanEck seeks to launch the first Solana spot ETF in the U.S., offering easier access to Solana for investors as it mirrors SOL's price performance, sans staking activities. VanEck's Solana Trust on the Cboe BZX Exchange holds SOL, valuing its Shares daily based on the MarketVector Solana Benchmark Rate.

Qatar Airways may invest in Virgin Australia, potentially reshaping aviation dynamics and reducing international travel prices. Pending regulatory approval, the move could spark increased competition in Australia's aviation market. Rejected routes by Qatar Airways in 2023 led to tensions.

The German government recently shifted $15 million in Bitcoin to Kraken and Bitstamp, seizing assets from illegal operators to government accounts. This follows a trend of transferring illicit BTC holdings. Despite massive government transactions, they retain $2.8 billion in Bitcoin.

Bolivia's President Luis Arce thwarted a coup led by Gen. Juan José Zuniga after expressing interest in joining BRICS, leading to speculation of US involvement. The coup culminated in armed forces storming the palace but quickly withdrawing post-condemnation.

The SEC is close to approving spot Ethereum ETFs by July 4. BlackRock, VanEck, Franklin Templeton await the green light. Gensler notes smooth process hinging on issuers' disclosures. 19b-4 forms for eight Ethereum ETFs approved previously. Analysts predict modest impact on ETH market due to smaller market share.

The Blockchain Industry Coordinating Committee of Nigeria seeks a balanced resolution in the Binance-Nigeria legal standoff, aiming to preserve Nigeria's blockchain ecosystem integrity. BICCoN urges fair dialogues, regulatory clarity, and global partnerships to mitigate risks and enhance the industry's growth.

In response to China's ban on crypto mining, influential voices urge reconsideration due to $4B tax revenue loss. The ban led Chinese miners to relocate to the U.S., boosting its economy and changing global mining dynamics. This migration, prompted by environmental and regulatory concerns, impacts geopolitics.