The UK-regulated digital asset platform has integrated Stellar into its tokenization tool and launched the Aberdeen tokenized money market fund on the network.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has delayed several applications to list and trade spot crypto ETFs on Monday. The agency opted to delay making a final decision to allow the proposed rule change to list and trade shares of Truth Social Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF. The commission has since set October 8, …
The total value locked (TVL) in Polygon’s (POL) DeFi ecosystem is up nearly 43% since the start of this year. According to DefiLlama data, the network recorded $864 million in TVL on Jan. 1, and added roughly $400 million in the following months to hit $1.23 billion as of Aug. 18. Furthermore, the POL price […]
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The new stablecoin law called for the Treasury engagement on detecting illicit crypto activity, so the department is opening a comment period.
The GENIUS Act's regulatory framework could enhance US financial leadership, boost stablecoin demand, and drive innovation in digital finance.
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Ethereum’s evolution has followed a trajectory many analysts predicted, from a high-growth utility asset powering decentralized applications, to a maturing store of value that institutions and long-term holders are beginning to recognize. How Ethereum Enters Traditional Finance Ethereum’s journey as a store of value has followed a predictable but powerful curve, and ETH’s rise has been less of a surprise than a confirmation of history. Analyst Cas_Abbe has highlighted on X that since the ETH launch in 2015, what began as an experiment among cypherpunks and developers slowly found its footing in ICOs, DAOs, and retail adoption. By 2020, ETH had taken on a far more serious role, serving as the core collateral layer of Defi, drawing in funds, family offices, and crypto-native VCs. Related Reading: Ethereum On-Chain Volume Soars To $13 Billion, Approaching Historic Records Then in 2022 was the year the conversation changed and ETH reached its milestone, of Macro funds, corporates, and eventually ETF issuers. The financial advisors also started to pay attention to ETH, recognizing that its role is extended far beyond utility. Presently, ETFs are live, and large institutions are building positions, pension funds, and global allocators are beginning to engage. According to Cas Abbe, this is the real inflection point, where finance runs on cycles, and history has shown a clear pattern that once pensions and institutions normalize an asset class, central banks are never too far behind. ETH is no longer a niche tech bet; it is evolving into a recognized monetary asset. The curve is slow at first, followed by early adopters, speculative capital, and then institutional adoption. However, the history shows that ETH is now firmly on that trajectory, and the final stages have accelerated rapidly. ETH Becoming The Era Of Tokenized Assets Crypto investor known as Ted on X has mentioned that Ethereum would power the next era of finance, and currently, trillions are flowing through its ecosystem. Institutions are building on it, and ETH has transformed into a yield-bearing reserve asset. Related Reading: Ethereum Is ‘The Biggest Macro Trade Over The Next 10–15 Years,’ Says Tom Lee The Ethereans have always known that ETH would scale, while rollups have turned congestion into capital, and reliability will matter as nearly a decade online without interruption has proven critical. Transactions are now cheap, measured in mere cents, not dollars, which is allowing value to move globally with efficiency. Everything is becoming tokenized: stablecoins, real-world assets, NFTs, corporate treasuries, it’s all on-chain. ETH is the foundation upon which companies from nimble startups to Fortune 500 giants are building as the default. Decentralization will be valued as a global neutral settlement layer for the world. ETH is no longer just a technological experiment, with companies buying and staking it. Institutions now recognize it as productive collateral. Ethereum is powering the future of finance, and what was once considered a bold prediction has become an inevitability. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
Bitcoin is showing signs of exhaustion, suggesting a deeper correction toward the $110,530 support. Will altcoins follow?
Pump.fun's share of the Solana memecoin launchpad market has swung from as low as 5% roughly two weeks ago to 90% as of Sunday.
The malware scours infected devices for sensitive information including passwords, 2FA tokens and crypto wallet data.
The USDC stablecoin issuer last week said it is building its own blockchain focused on stablecoin finances.
Bitcoin buy signals may emerge from bond market stress, but whale investor activity and dormant coins raise short-term volatility risks.
BitMine and SharpLink, the two largest corporate holders of ETH, have been racing to accumulate more Ether as ecosystem interest heats up.
The SEC's delay in XRP ETF decisions highlights ongoing regulatory caution, impacting market dynamics and investor access to crypto assets.
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The stock has risen by nearly 90% over a five-day period.
The SEC punted on deciding next steps for an ETF issued by Truth Social, a social media platform operated by Trump Media & Technology Group.
Ethereum has entered a volatile phase after reaching a multi-year high near $4,790, retracing sharply to the $4,200 level. The correction represents an 11% decline in just a few days, shaking out overleveraged positions and fueling debates among analysts about ETH’s next move. Related Reading: Ethereum Demand Grows As ETFs Break Records With $2.85B Weekly Inflow Some market watchers warn that Ethereum could face a deeper pullback if the $4,200 level fails to hold as support. A breach here could send ETH lower, with traders eyeing the $3,900–$4,000 zone as the next major demand area. This cautious perspective highlights that momentum may be fading after the strong parabolic rally since mid-July. However, a different narrative is emerging. Many analysts argue that Ethereum has already flushed out excess leverage during this drawdown, setting the stage for renewed strength. With demand from institutional flows, strong ETH ETF inflows, and continued whale accumulation, bullish voices believe ETH is preparing for another leg higher — potentially toward new all-time highs above $4,900. Ethereum Grabs Liquidity At Key Price Level Top analyst Ted Pillows recently shared Ethereum’s liquidity heatmap, highlighting the $4,350 zone as a critical level where major liquidity was taken. According to Pillows, this move will determine whether Ethereum can stabilize and build a stronger base for its next rally. He poses the essential question: Will $4,350 be enough for ETH to hold? In the short term, the $4,350 zone now acts as an important pivot. If ETH maintains this level, it could serve as a launchpad for another push toward $4,800 and eventually beyond $5,000. However, a failure to hold could see price retest deeper supports near $4,000, which would prolong consolidation before any further breakout. Supply on exchanges is declining, signaling strong accumulation and reduced selling pressure. Institutional adoption is rising, with ETFs attracting record inflows and major companies adding ETH to their treasury strategies. Regulatory clarity in the US has improved, easing concerns for large-scale investors and legitimizing ETH as a core asset. With these drivers in place, Pillows and many others believe that Ethereum is on a clear path to set new all-time highs above $5,000, once the current volatility settles. The market may be turbulent in the coming weeks, but the broader trajectory still points higher. Related Reading: Bitcoin 30-Day CDD Down: Market Absorbs LTH Selling Without Breaking Support Weekly Chart Analysis: Consolidation Below Resistance Ethereum’s weekly chart shows a decisive pullback after touching $4,790, with the price now retracing to around $4,270. The move represents an 11% decline from the recent peak but comes after an explosive rally that pushed ETH above long-term moving averages, highlighting a shift in market momentum. The 50-week moving average sits at $2,811, while the 100-week and 200-week averages are clustered near $2,788 and $2,443, respectively. ETH’s distance above these levels reflects strong bullish momentum, as the asset remains well supported by its higher trend structure. Historically, when Ethereum trades significantly above these averages, corrections tend to be part of a healthy consolidation before resuming upward movement. Related Reading: Ethereum On-Chain Volume Soars To $13 Billion, Approaching Historic Records Long-term investors may interpret the retracement as a reset of overextended conditions, potentially preparing ETH for another leg higher. If Ethereum stabilizes here, a retest of $4,790 and eventual breakout toward new all-time highs above $5,000 remains a plausible scenario in the coming months. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Ethena’s USDe boom is increasingly routed through Aave, but risk teams say popular Pendle–Aave loop scales yield and concentrates risk.
A recent Bank of America survey shows that most global fund managers are still hesitant to invest in crypto despite the recent bullish momentum observed in the sector. The study, which included 211 fund managers overseeing $504 billion in assets, found that about three-quarters of respondents have no crypto holdings at all. Meanwhile, crypto allocations […]
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Bitcoin and Ether draw late shorts as price action begins to target liquidation clusters after a cross-crypto price drawdown.
Stellar’s XLM dropped 6% in under 24 hours as institutional selling overwhelmed the market, with heavy liquidations setting resistance at $0.42 and leaving prices stagnant near $0.41.
Japan and South Korea are moving quickly to create clearer rules for stablecoins as global interest in digital currencies grows. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to hold steady value by linking to fiat currencies, commodities, or other assets. Their use in payments, trading, and DeFi has expanded rapidly, with forecasts suggesting the market could grow into […]
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HBAR tumbled on heavy volume as broader market liquidations fueled sharp volatility, but long-term bullish targets remain intact.
Ethereum’s (ETH) latest price rally has sparked renewed debate over whether the market is nearing a critical turning point. Analysts are looking closely at past cycles for insight, with some suggesting that history may be repeating itself. If the patterns hold true, ETH could be only weeks away from a cycle peak, making this a decisive moment for investors to consider when it might be time to sell everything. Ethereum’s Cycle Top Signals When To Exit Crypto analyst Jackis has shared insights into Ethereum’s recent price movements, indicating when investors should exit the market entirely. In a recent X social media post, the analyst noted that the ETH price action is closely mirroring its behavior from previous market cycles. Related Reading: 5 Reasons Why Ethereum Price To $15,000 Is ‘Programmed’ Looking at the chart, Ethereum had hit one of its major cycle tops in January 2018, followed by another peak in November 2021. Moreover, both instances were preceded by a sharp upward trajectory that culminated in heavy corrections. Jackis also points out that in those earlier cycles, ETH was trading significantly above prior highs before topping out. This time, however, the altcoin has not even broken into a new all-time high yet, although it is currently approaching that critical resistance. Notably, the timing of ETH’s current setup is significant, as the four-year cycle theory suggests that the cryptocurrency could be just four weeks away from a major top. Jackis noted that this window aligns with September, which could serve as a critical moment for investors to reassess risks and consider whether “selling everything” is warranted. The analyst further highlighted that while Ethereum’s structure shows strength, most altcoins are lagging far behind. Cryptocurrencies such as Binance Coin (BNB), XRP, and Dogecoin (DOGE) have already established their tops in 2021 and remain far below those levels. Jackie stated that their price action suggests a market environment more consistent with ETH trading around $2,200, rather than its current level below $4,500. Bitcoin, meanwhile, has continued to march higher since its November 2022 lows, forming higher lows and higher highs in a textbook bull market structure. ETH Panic Selling Or Pre-Breakout Opportunity? In other news, crypto market expert Ether Wizz argues that the current panic selling of Ethereum mirrors the same mistake traders made with Bitcoin in past cycles. At the time, early sellers underestimated the strength of institutional demand and long-term buyers, only to watch BTC surge far beyond expectations. Related Reading: Pundit Predicts ‘Near Term’ Bitcoin And Ethereum Prices, There’s Still Room To Run The analyst highlighted a recent rebound in the Ethereum price above the 50-week Simple Moving Average (SMA), which historically has signaled the beginning of explosive rallies. The comparison between Ethereum’s 2025 chart and its 2017 breakout also highlights a similarity. In both cases, the cryptocurrency consolidated, reclaimed its moving average, and then accelerated higher. Notably, Ether Wizz points out that Ethereum could still experience a short-term correction of 5% to 10%. However, he argues it is misguided to assume ETH has already peaked, maintaining instead that the cryptocurrency is in the early stages of a move that could eventually drive its price toward a new all-time high of $10,000. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com
Google's increased stake in TeraWulf highlights growing tech investment in sustainable crypto mining, potentially influencing future energy strategies.
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TeraWulf announced a $400 million private convertible notes offering as its Google-backed AI client Fluidstack looks to lease more compute.
ICP breaks below $5.48 support with volumes nearly doubling, signaling large-scale institutional selling
Electric Capital is pursuing a “differentiated, onchain yield generation program" to outperform traditional ETH staking.
After a blow-out end to 2024 and a roaring start to 2025, the meme coin corner of the crypto world has slowed down. But it’s still a market you can’t ignore – it’s just harder to pin down. The sector’s aggregate value sits around $68B, and while performance has been mixed this year, trading interest remains strong wherever investors think the best meme coin deals lurk. Institutional data firms say the phenomenon isn’t only cultural, it’s mechanical. Kaiko notes meme tokens have repeatedly dominated trading volumes in bursts this year, even as regulators question whether they belong in investable indexes. One answer to the question of meme coin viability might be to avoid it altogether, but instead of considering ‘memes’ versus ‘utility tokens,’ what about a meme coin that brings genuine utility? Enter Little Pepe ($LILPEPE). ‘Little Pepe’ Tries Infrastructure, Not Just Virality Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) is a project positioning itself as a meme-powered ecosystem running on an EVM-compatible Layer-2. Keep the community and branding that fuel meme adoption, but pair it with cheaper, faster transactions than Ethereum mainnet. That’s how you attract traders who are tired of getting clipped by gas fees during hype cycles. The network is designed for near-zero fees, EVM tool compatibility, and anti-sniper protections on its integrated launchpad, making it one of the best crypto presales of 2025. Presale Momentum and a Big Giveaway The Little Pepe presale is moving fast, over a week ahead of schedule. The presale has raised about $21.M, selling 12.75B tokens and moving into Stage 11 at $0.0020 per token. The team is also running a $777K giveaway for early participants (ten winners at $77K each), contingent on a minimum $100 presale buy-in and social-engagement tasks. So far, so good. And the progress fits in perfectly with the proposed roadmap: a ‘pregnancy’ phase (presale and partnerships) a ‘birth’ phase (launch and top-tier exchange listings) a ‘growth’ phase that targets a top-100 market-cap slot and the formal launch of its Layer-2 EVM chain The core idea is to become an infrastructure for future meme launches rather than a one-off token. Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) – Meme Coin Momentum, Layer-2 Utility High transactions at minimal cost, and a built-in launchpad. Little Pepe isn’t just about creating a meme coin wave – $LILPEPE is ready to build a project that creates its own meme coins. The project is fully audited by Certik, providing a degree of security, transparency, and user trust. The meme sector has matured from one-click jokes to sprawling micro-economies, but the market’s lesson of 2025 is clear: novelty isn’t enough by itself. Projects with Little Pepe’s cheaper execution, fairer initial trading, and developer-ready rails will have a better chance to succeed, and maybe even start the next meme coin rush. Little Pepe threads the needle, keeping the frog-fueled fun while building the platform beneath it. That’s enough to put $LILPEPE among the best cryptos to buy in 2025. Check out the project’s whitepaper, and if you haven’t already done so, follow the project on Telegram and X. Backing Grows for Little Pepe, One of the Best Crypto Presales of 2025 The meme coin sector is sizable but volatile, and choosing the wrong presales carries elevated risk. But Little Pepe’s emphasis on low-fee, high-throughput rails is exactly what could carry it through any meme coin turmoil. Stage 12 of the presale beckons once the project passes 14.2B tokens sold. As always, do your own research. This isn’t financial advice.
Ethereum achieves its highest weekly close in four years, with key support between $4,000 and $4,150 and several resistance levels above.
Bitcoin is trading around the $115,000 level after a sharp pullback from its recent all-time high near $124,000. Volatility has returned to the market, sparking renewed debate among analysts and investors over whether BTC is preparing for a deeper correction or gearing up for the next leg higher. The current price action reflects indecision, with buyers and sellers locked in a tight battle at these critical levels. Related Reading: Ethereum Demand Grows As ETFs Break Records With $2.85B Weekly Inflow Some analysts warn that Bitcoin could face stronger selling pressure if it fails to reclaim momentum, while others argue that this retrace is a healthy reset before another aggressive move upward. What is clear, however, is that investors are preparing for heightened market swings in the coming weeks. Key on-chain data reveals that short-term holders (STHs) remain under pressure. Since November and December of 2024, the average profit realized by this group has not exceeded 5%. This means their Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR) has stayed below 1.05, signaling that many recent market entrants have struggled to lock in meaningful gains. Historically, this kind of stagnation in STH profitability has preceded major directional moves, suggesting that Bitcoin may be on the verge of its next decisive phase. Bitcoin Short-Term Holders Under Pressure Top analyst Darkfost has provided a fresh take on Bitcoin’s current market structure, focusing on the behavior of short-term holders (STHs) through the lens of the Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR). The SOPR measures the average profit or loss realized when a UTxO is spent, making it one of the most reliable gauges of investor profitability and selling behavior. At present, the STH SOPR remains stuck at the neutral ratio of 1. This means that, on average, recent market entrants are breaking even on the coins they sell, rather than realizing a profit or a loss. According to Darkfost, this suggests that many STHs entered the market late, likely during Bitcoin’s push above $100,000 over the past six months. As a result, they now find themselves in a holding pattern, waiting for price appreciation to secure meaningful returns. Darkfost emphasizes that in bull markets, these dynamics often follow a predictable pattern. When STHs are shaken out, their SOPR typically dips below 1, reflecting selling at a loss. Historically, such phases have created attractive dollar-cost averaging (DCA) opportunities, as capitulation from weaker hands clears the way for stronger upward trends. Related Reading: Bitcoin 30-Day CDD Down: Market Absorbs LTH Selling Without Breaking Support Bitcoin Price Analysis: Key Levels in Focus Bitcoin is currently trading near $115,133, after pulling back sharply from the recent peak at $124,000. The chart shows that BTC has broken away from its mid-summer consolidation, but momentum has cooled, with price now testing support around the 50-day moving average ($115,712). This level will be critical in the short term, as a sustained breakdown could open the way toward the 100-day moving average near $110,833. Related Reading: Ethereum On-Chain Volume Soars To $13 Billion, Approaching Historic Records Despite the recent decline, the broader structure remains constructive. Bitcoin has spent much of the past six months above the psychological $100,000 level, establishing strong long-term support. The rejection near $123,217, marked by the yellow resistance line, suggests that bulls will need more conviction to push BTC into new highs. A clean breakout above that level could quickly send the price toward the $130,000–$135,000 region. On the downside, the 200-day moving average ($100,339) remains the ultimate line of defense. As long as BTC stays above this level, the broader bull trend remains intact. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView