Crypto exchange Gemini is going public, riding the IPO wave following offerings from Circle, Bullish, and Figure. Here's the rundown.
SOL Strategies Inc., the company that grew out of Cypherpunk Holdings, made its Nasdaq debut this week under the ticker STKE. According to reports, the move converts the company’s Canadian listings into a US trading venue and gives American investors direct access to a firm that holds a sizable Solana treasury. Related Reading: Institutional Adoption Rises: 21X Brings Chainlink Into Europe’s Tokenized Securities Market The firm’s SOL holdings were valued at roughly $83 million–$94 million around the time of the listing, and SOL token prices were trading in the $214–$220 range as markets reacted. Nasdaq Debut And Trading Volatility According to market watchers, STKE opened around $12.85 on Nasdaq before tumbling to roughly $8.18 in early trades, showing heavy volatility in the first session. The company still maintains a presence in Canada, where it trades as HODL on the Canadian Securities Exchange, and its OTCQB shares (CYFRF) are being migrated into the Nasdaq listing. Reports have disclosed that the early price swings were driven by speculative flows and the usual market churn that follows a high-profile uplisting. A Bigger Picture On Holdings SOL Strategies has been built as a Solana-focused treasury and operational group. It runs validators, takes part in staking, and invests in projects inside the Solana ecosystem. The company’s holding size puts it among notable North American SOL treasuries, though some peers hold far more. For example, coverage shows Upexi Inc. holds about 1.9 million SOL, which was valued at roughly $319 million, while DeFi Development Corp holds about 1.18 million SOL, worth about $198 million at market rates cited in reports. Market Reaction And Investor Interest According to market coverage, the Nasdaq listing gave SOL Strategies fresh visibility and attracted both retail traders and institutional curiosity. The share-price swings were large enough to draw headlines, and trading volume spiked as investors weighed the risks and rewards of a treasury-backed crypto firm now trading on a major US exchange. Some traders treated STKE as a way to get indirect exposure to SOL, while others saw it as a pure equity play in a niche operator. Related Reading: Bitcoin Jumps Past $114K As Markets Eye Fed Easing After PPI Report Regulatory And Competitive Issues SOL Strategies is smaller than several competitors, raising questions about scale and sustainability if SOL volatility returns. Regulators and market watchers will likely keep a close eye on how crypto treasuries are presented to investors, and on disclosures about staking, validator income, and treasury management. Featured image from Google Images, chart from TradingView
The world’s largest asset manager is reportedly looking into bringing its highly successful exchange-traded funds onchain.
Kraken is introducing Kraken Perps, a new perpetual-contracts feature, as part of a broader push to bring more advanced trading tools to retail investors. The development comes after the crypto exchange recently expanded its tokenized equities product, xStocks, reflecting its growing role in bridging traditional finance and blockchain. Perps for the everyday investors With the […]
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Galaxy CEO Mike Novogratz called this the “season of SOL,” saying Solana is fast and tailor-made to be the blockchain for financial markets.
Bitcoin’s short-term path hinges on a $4.3 billion options expiry. Bulls are favored, but weak jobs data and doubts over AI profitability could add uncertainty.
The world’s largest asset manager is exploring putting exchange-traded funds on chain, sources told Bloomberg.
Consensys Treasury secures its 15% LINEA allocation with a qualified custodian, ensuring regulated and insured linea token custody.
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On the 10-year anniversary of his early release from federal prison, Charlie Shrem announced the auction of several items related to Silk Road and Bitcoin's early days.
The companies say the pilot will test a blockchain infrastructure aimed at automating the distribution, settlement and management of tokenized products in Hong Kong.
Crypto analyst Whale Guru has outlined his targets for altcoins on their next massive pump to the upside. He predicted that the Ethereum price would reach as high as $25,000 and expects the XRP price to reach triple digits. XRP Price To Reach $300 As Ethereum Rallies To $25,000 In an X post, Whale Guru predicted that the XRP price would reach $300 as Ethereum rallies to $25,000. He highlighted these price levels as his targets for the next pump to the upside. Meanwhile, the analyst also predicted that SOL would reach $2,000, DOGE would reach $5, SUI would reach $10, HYPE would reach $400, WLFI, and PENGU would both reach $10. Related Reading: XRP Price Confirms Descending Trendline Breakout, Here Are The Targets However, Whale Guru didn’t provide any basis for these ambitious targets for Ethereum, XRP, and the other crypto assets he mentioned. Notably, a rally to $300 for the XRP price represents a 100x increase from its current price. This is one of the largest gains among all the cryptocurrencies, the analyst mentioned. There are several factors that members of the XRP community have alluded to, which could spark massive gains for the XRP price, although the $300 target remains far off. One of these factors includes the imminent launch of the XRP ETFs. Community member Finance Bull recently highlighted the ETFs as what could be the next institutional catalyst for XRP. The ETFs are expected to have a similar impact to the one the Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs had on BTC and ETH, respectively. Notably, Canary Capital CEO Steven McClurg has predicted that the XRP ETFs could record up to $5 billion in inflows in their first month of trading, which is bullish for the XRP price. He also believes that the XRP ETFs could outperform the Ethereum ETFs. XRP Targets $4.50 As Momentum Builds Crypto analyst CasiTrades has provided a more conservative target for the XRP price, stating that it is targeting $4.50 as the consolidation period ends and momentum builds. In an X post, she revealed that the altcoin has broken out of its months-long consolidation and that confirmation of the breakout is occurring with the test of the $3 level now in play. Related Reading: XRP RSI Remains Bullish As Support Levels Hold, Price Eyes Break Above $3.6 CasiTrades stated that the next areas to watch are $3.08 and $3.27 when the XRP price clears $3. She indicated that the key is for major Fibonacci levels to turn into support, so a breakout to either of those prices will set up a clean backtest to the key Fib levels. These key levels are the .382 support at $3 and the .236 resistance at $3.25. She added that the Fibonacci extensions point toward the $4.50 zone as a breakout target. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $3, up almost 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
Bitcoin (BTC) must hold the $114,000 level to attract investors’ confidence and new liquidity to breach the narrow $110,000-$116,000 range. According to a Sept. 11 report by Glassnode, BTC has been stuck in the “air gap” range following its mid-August peak. The trading range threatens to stall the current rally. In the current landscape, Bitcoin […]
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The latest U.S. inflation data has given markets a fresh wave of optimism. The August CPI rose 2.7% year-over-year, in line with expectations, while the PPI cooled sharply to 1.8% compared to the forecast of 2.1%, signaling that underlying price pressures are easing across the economy. This data reassured investors that inflation is not re-accelerating, …
Yala's protocol allows Bitcoin holders to mint USDC-backed stablecoins, enhancing Bitcoin cross-chain liquidity and real-world asset access.
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The blockchain lender's shares had been priced at $25 for a $5.3 billion valuation, also an increase when compared to earlier estimate.
The Rex-Osprey Dogecoin ETF launch has been postponed to tomorrow, delaying the latest dogecoin etf launch in traditional markets.
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Safety Shot grows BONK treasury to over $63M with new BONK Holdings LLC, representing 2.5% of BONK supply amid rapid BONK treasury growth.
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Bitplanet, South Korea’s first institutional Bitcoin treasury company, has completed the full acquisition of SGA Co. Ltd. through a $50 million deal, according to a Sept. 11 statement shared with CryptoSlate. The transaction marks the conclusion of a 62% takeover of SGA by an international investor consortium, underscoring a growing push to formalize Bitcoin holdings […]
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BlackRock will move to offer tokenized ETFs on blockchain, following high demand for its Bitcoin fund and expanding digital asset options.
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Hyperliquid governance now excludes team-staked $HYPE, ensuring fairer voting and opening new prospects for the USDH stablecoin ticker.
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Project 0 debuts Solana's first unified margin prime broker, enabling cross-platform DeFi portfolio borrowing and efficient risk management.
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BITMining expands its Solana treasury holdings to over 44,000 SOL, valued at $9.9M, reflecting rising Solana treasury holdings trends.
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Solana Telegram CoinFlip by HYPER offers on-chain randomization and DeFi LP pools, enabling yield generation for liquidity providers.
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The XRP price is drawing attention this week as traders watch for signs of a potential upward move. Market analyst Egrag Crypto says the token is pressing hard against a falling wedge pattern and could be close to breaking out. According to the analyst, the lines are converging on the current price, and this could be the stage where momentum shifts quickly. XRP Price Pushes Toward Breakout From Falling Wedge Egrag Crypto says XRP is standing on the edge of what he calls a “significant structural breakout.” For weeks, the token has been moving inside a falling wedge, a formation that often shows pressure building before a breakout. Currently, that pattern is tightening, and the lines are closing in on the price. He believes this is the moment when bulls need to step in with strength. Related Reading: XRP Influencer Addresses Rumors Of Apple’s $1.5 Billion Buy, What’s The Truth? Egrag says the mood among buyers is clear. Bulls are not only waiting; they are preparing for a rally. Momentum is starting to emerge in real time, and every slight upward push indicates that buyers are poised to test the resistance. The wedge formation makes this moment more critical because it often signals that a big move is near. According to his analysis, the XRP chart is no longer in a quiet phase. Instead, it is pressing against a level where pressure could burst. If the wedge breaks to the upside, XRP could start a new bullish phase that traders have been waiting for. Egrag’s message to the XRP community is it is time to rally. $3.13 Becomes The Key Level To Watch Even with the breakout forming, Egrag Crypto points out that one level matters more than the rest. That number is $3.13, and it is the point that could decide the entire move. He explains that without a clear break above $3.13, the setup will not confirm its strength. But if bulls manage to push past it, XRP could open the door to a new wave of powerful upward momentum. Related Reading: Could A Dogecoin ETF Be Launched This Week? This Expert Thinks So Egrag makes it clear that $3.13 is not just a chart number. It is the barrier between a market that is still uncertain and one that is ready to operate. Crossing it would prove that bulls are in control, and it could build the trust traders need to stay in the rally. For many, this price line has already become the target to watch day and night. He says the XRP community must “stay steady and strong” as the market approaches this key level. In his view, this is a turning point that could lift the token far higher than people expect. “Together we rise,” he reminds holders, pointing out that unity could make the difference when the breakout comes. Featured image from DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
Crypto ETFs have entered the financial mainstream. The article charts their explosive growth, increasing institutional adoption, and competition with gold as a key asset.
Starknet's BTC staking launch could enhance DeFi adoption and liquidity, offering users more flexibility and faster access to their assets.
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Ether price is pinned below $5,000, but heavy accumulation and record institutional flows set the stage for a potential $6,800 target in Q4.
Bot-like accounts are flooding X with “civil war” rhetoric after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Researchers warn that AI makes bots harder to detect.
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The US Federal Reserve prepares to announce its latest decision on interest rates. This highly anticipated event has the potential to act as a powerful catalyst for the Bitcoin market, with many analysts and investors speculating that a rate cut could trigger a significant breakout. How A Rate Cut Could Unleash The Next Bitcoin Bull Run The global financial community is entering a crucial week. According to a post on X by crypto commentator Thomas Lauder, in 7 days, the US Federal Reserve will decide whether to cut dollar interest rates, a move that could have far-reaching effects on both traditional finance and crypto markets. Related Reading: $375,000 Bitcoin? Market Veteran Says It’s Closer Than You Think This rate cut could give a strong boost to the price of Bitcoin and other financial assets. Lauder explains that a Federal Reserve interest rate cut would have a direct impact on financial markets by lowering the cost of borrowing and injecting liquidity into the market, a dynamic that has historically benefited Bitcoin and other risk assets. The market’s anticipation is high, as evidenced by predictions on Polymarket, where 83% of bettors are forecasting a 25 basis point cut, and another 14% are betting on an even larger reduction. In the meantime, the market operators are positioning themselves ahead of the news. As a result, Lauder predicts that Bitcoin will experience days of high volatility leading up to the announcement. Why Companies Are Accumulating Bitcoin Relentlessly While the other analyst believes that the coming days will likely see high volatility for BTC as the Fed announces the interest rate cut, notable institutional accumulation is still ongoing. MikeWMunz has explained why certain companies are accumulating Bitcoin at a feverish pace even as their share prices stall. These companies are not weak in lettuce hands, and they are capable of delaying the dopamine hits for when it’s appropriate. Related Reading: Corporate Bitcoin Allocation Climbs As Companies Invest 22% Of Profits: Study However, many of these companies are set to be included in the largest indexes, ensuring they receive steady passive flows as Bitcoin executes its next parabolic move upward. MikeWMunz describes this as a lightning in a bottle, which is a perfect moment of strategy, market mechanics, and timing. Furthermore, he pointed out that the shortsighted views and lack of vision of many investors prevent them from understanding this inevitable outcome. The groundwork and foundation for a new financial era is being built right now, and the lack of patience and inability to see this bigger picture is what holds back many investors from realizing the full potential of this shift. “This does not apply to the leaders of these companies, who are pioneering the ships in their respective markets,” he mentioned.” Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com