Hedera HBAR Climbs 2.1% Amid AI Expansion and Gaming Partnerships

HBAR gained 2.1% to $0.1519 following strategic collaborations with Blockchain for Energy and The Binary Holdings. The Hedera network introduced its AI Studio toolkit while expanding into Southeast Asia's mobile gaming market via the OneWave platform.

A pending SEC ruling on the proposed Canary HBAR ETF—expected by July 7—could open institutional investment opportunities. Blockchain for Energy joined Hedera's Governing Council on June 24, bolstering the network's sustainability initiatives with expertise in carbon tracking and digital MRV standards.

This council addition highlights Hedera's focus on environmental applications, meeting corporate demand for transparent emissions data. Digital MRV systems provide real-time environmental monitoring, aiding regulatory compliance and carbon credit verification.