Loky rebrands to Loky AI, expanding from analytics to infrastructure with APIs, trading tools, and $100M+ in agent AUM.
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Solana is once again in the spotlight. Blockchain data by Arkham Intelligence shows that an Alameda Research staking account has unstaked $35 million worth of SOL. Alameda Research initially locked up the SOL in late 2020. A convicted fraudster, Sam Bankman-Fried, founded Alameda Research, once a prominent quantitative cryptocurrency trading firm and the sister company of the now-defunct FTX exchange. Related Reading: Ethereum Bullish Fundamentals Clash With Short-Term Leverage Risks The connection instantly raises eyebrows, given the firm’s infamous collapse in late 2022. At the time, both Alameda and FTX were forced into bankruptcy following revelations of fraudulent practices, including the misuse of billions in FTX customer funds. These events marked one of the largest scandals in crypto history, sending shockwaves through the industry and prompting years of legal proceedings and asset recovery efforts. The recent unstaking has fueled speculation among traders and analysts, with some viewing it as a potential signal of forthcoming market activity involving SOL. While the transfer does not necessarily imply an immediate sale, the movement of such a substantial amount could influence short-term price dynamics and sentiment. Alameda Research SOL Unstake Raises Questions According to blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence, the $35 million worth of Solana recently unstaked from an Alameda Research account had an initial value of just $350,000 when it was locked in late 2020 — a remarkable 100x increase. This staggering growth in value underscores Solana’s meteoric rise over the past few years. Arkham raises an important question: Will these funds finally be returned to FTX creditors? While the answer remains uncertain, the move suggests that some activity is underway in the ongoing recovery and redistribution process tied to Alameda’s bankruptcy. From a price action perspective, Solana has been consolidating below the $200 level since February, unable to break through this key resistance despite maintaining strong network activity. The sideways trend has kept SOL relatively quiet compared to other major cryptocurrencies. When compared with Ethereum, the contrast is notable — Ethereum has seen stronger price momentum recently, leading some analysts to call the current market phase “Ethereum season.” However, others argue that Solana’s quiet phase may be setting the stage for a breakout. Historically, large-cap altcoins like SOL often follow in the wake of Ethereum rallies, catching momentum once ETH’s surge begins to cool. Related Reading: Bitcoin Open Interest Flips Negative After July Peak – Risk Appetite Cools Solana Consolidates Below Key Resistance On the weekly chart, Solana (SOL) is trading at $174.64, down 4.39% in the latest session, as it continues a multi-month consolidation phase below the critical $200 resistance level. Since February 2025, SOL has repeatedly tested this psychological barrier without securing a sustained breakout, highlighting strong selling pressure at higher levels. The 50-week simple moving average (SMA) at $172.30 is acting as immediate dynamic support, with the 100-week SMA ($144.06) and 200-week SMA ($101.74) positioned well below, reflecting a still-healthy longer-term uptrend. The current price structure shows SOL holding above both the 50-week and 100-week SMAs, a bullish signal that suggests buyers remain in control despite recent pullbacks. Related Reading: Altseason Still On Hold – Metrics Reveal BTC Outpaces Large, Mid, Small Caps However, trading volumes have not matched the peaks seen during prior rallies, indicating a more cautious market tone. A decisive breakout above $200 would likely open the door to retests of the $250–$260 zone, while failure to clear resistance could extend the consolidation or lead to a retracement toward the 100-week SMA. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
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In a recent post, CRYPTOWZRD highlighted that XRP ended the session on a bearish note as XRPBTC slipped in response to a rise in Bitcoin Dominance (BTC.D). However, the analyst anticipates a swift recovery rally from XRP, potentially setting the stage for the next trading opportunity in the near term. Bitcoin’s Strength Dictates XRP Price Action Sharing more insight, CRYPTOWZRD noted that both the daily chart for XRP and XRPBTC closed bearish on Monday. The move came as Bitcoin Dominance climbed, with Bitcoin’s price action playing a role in XRP’s action. Related Reading: XRP Price Projection: 5 Key Things To Watch Out For As The Bull Market Unfolds He highlighted that for XRP to regain its bullish footing, XRPBTC must first turn positive — a development expected to happen soon. Once this alignment occurs, XRP’s performance will likely mirror the combined outcome of both Bitcoin and XRPBTC, setting the stage for a potential upside shift. Despite the current daily pullback, CRYPTOWZRD views the recent massive bullish weekly close as a strong underlying signal. From his perspective, short-term dips are a normal part of the broader trend and often provide a setup for the next move higher. This is why he remains optimistic about a swift reversal in the near term. Looking ahead, he plans to closely monitor the intraday chart formations tomorrow to identify the next scalp opportunity. If XRP can push above the $3.3 daily resistance level, CRYPTOWZRD believes the path to $3.65 will open quickly. Breaking that barrier could pave the way for XRP to chart a new all-time high, adding a powerful chapter to its ongoing bullish narrative. Volatility Persists As Traders Eye Key Levels In conclusion, CRYPTOWZRD emphasized that the intraday movement was characterized by sharp and frequent price swings, reflecting a market environment marked by uncertainty and rapid shifts in sentiment. Such volatility creates both opportunities and risks for traders, demanding careful observation and swift decision-making to capture profitable moves without falling into sudden reversals. Related Reading: XRP Price Poised for Fresh Upward Move Amid Renewed Bullish Pressure Looking ahead, he anticipates that tomorrow may bring a similar level of turbulence. A decisive hold above the $3.23 intraday resistance could provide a favorable long entry point, with the next major upside target set at the $3.4 resistance level. This zone could act as a significant barrier, but if broken, it may open the door to extended bullish momentum. Conversely, the analyst cautions that $3.02 stands as the primary support level to watch, and failure to hold above this area might lead to renewed selling pressure. Given these conditions, patience is key; waiting for the next well-formed setup will help avoid premature entries and improve the chances of a successful trade. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
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What if use cases are overstated, talk of financial instruments is largely exaggerated, and the main reason people like crypto is to generate USD? If you think that, you’re likely an unusually savvy investor. You might also be Crypto Chase (@CryptoChase), a well-known crypto influencer and trader on X. He recently posted an analysis of two increasingly strange observations: Bitcoin has been largely stagnant recently, struggling to finally break past the $120K barrier and stay there. Ethereum is rolling, posting 2% gains for the day, 20% for the week, and an incredible 45% for the month. Why the discrepancy? Why is Bitcoin – still by far the largest crypto – struggling to gain momentum, while Ethereum appears to be making wins all the time? Ethereum: The Chosen Means of Gains Chase’s theory is straightforward. Most people like crypto because it offers significant profits when the right conditions are met. Aside from memecoins – which can bring huge gains but tend to fail more often than they succeed – the best investment has been Bitcoin. With an average annual return of 230%, it’s been a reliable choice: just buy and hold. And what if that attitude – crypto to buy, generate USD earnings through appreciation, and sell to realize the earnings – is behind the recent surge in Ethereum? Chase argues that Ethereum’s smaller market cap has made it much more appealing as a way to increase its price quickly. He might be onto something; indeed, there has been a nearly unprecedented string of wins for Ethereum. 180 Life Sciences launches a $480M Ethereum treasury GameSquare, an existing $ETH treasury company, went public for $70M at $1.50 per share US Ethereum spot ETFs saw a cool $1.02B in net inflows on August 11, 2025 Put another way, Ethereum is definitely making its investors money – and making its creator a billionaire (again). And that, in the end, may be all that matters. With Ethereum’s rise set to continue for at least the near term, what are the best crypto to buy now? 1. Maxi Doge ($MAXI) – Crypto’s Original Big Dog Gets Even Bigger with Max Gains Once there was a Dogecoin. But not just any doge – this one woke up one day and decided to break away from the pack. No longer following the herd, this doge chose to hit the gym, get swole, and make gains. The result of his transformation is Maxi Doge ($MAXI), the meme coin equivalent of the beefiest guy at your local gym. $MAXI is here to make gains and win meme coin trades – and it has plenty of both. Holding $MAXI grants traders access to a leading community of meme coin enthusiasts, with rewards for those who identify the best leverage opportunities. A Maxi Fund also comprises 25% of the token allocation to support these opportunities. The Maxi Doge presale has raised over $744K so far, with tokens priced at $0.0002515. Visit the Maxi Doge presale page for all the details. 2. Snorter Token ($SNORT) – Sniff Out and Save On Solana Meme Coins Don’t miss the best meme coin investment opportunities – even if they trade underground on Telegram. With Snorter Bot and the Snorter Token ($SNORT), you’ll never miss the best chances. The Snorter Bot finds the low-cap gems and gives you all the tools to take advantage – from lightning-fast trades to rugpull and MEV protection. Automated sniping will put you in the best position to succeed, while honeypot detection keeps you safe from scams. In addition to the bot, $SNORT provides even lower trading fees and faster execution. Plus, buy and stake $SNORT during the ongoing presale to earn 144% on your tokens. The presale has already raised over $3M, with tokens priced at $0.1011. What is Snorter Token? It’s a crypto presale that we predict could go from its current level to $1.02 by the end of next year. Visit the Snorter Token presale page to learn more. 3. Ethereum ($ETH) – Today’s DeFi Leader is Tomorrow’s Bitcoin (For Now) We couldn’t finish the list without including Ethereum itself, could we? The world’s second-largest crypto holds a number of winning cards: a $530B market cap, a booming DeFi scene, ETFs going crazy, and the steady brilliance of Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation with a steady stream of network upgrades and improvements. Crypto Chase thinks the market has chosen Ethereum. Perhaps that’s less of a choosing, and more of a happy combination of events. Either way, he’s not the only one who thinks that way. Importantly, Ethereum is being embraced by all aspects of the crypto ecosystem, from institutions (ETFs) to dedicated investors and traders (DeFi). Will the trend continue? Ethereum – Shift in Investor Philosophy Boosts Best Crypto Ethereum’s recent performance surge is more than just a hot streak. It reflects a shift in market psychology. With Bitcoin’s price momentum stalling, Ethereum’s smaller market cap, institutional adoption, and booming DeFi ecosystem have positioned it as the best vehicle for substantial gains. Ethereum’s rise threatens to reshape the crypto hierarchy. For now, it might just be the ‘new Bitcoin.’ As always, do your own research – this isn’t financial advice.
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