Bitcoin DeFi is seeing more venture capital interest as institutional investors flock to Bitcoin and its increasing yield-bearing capabilities.
SharpLink's funding boost for Ethereum holdings may influence corporate crypto strategies and market dynamics, highlighting institutional interest.
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A joint report due on Aug. 15 may lead to the conclusion of the nearly five-year legal dispute between the SEC and Ripple Labs.
The ETF is the first to offer amplified exposure to Circle, whose stock price has skyrocketed 134% since the company’s debut in June.
Bitcoin’s volatility just hit its lowest point since September 2023. This event could be a signal that a major shift in Bitcoin and crypto market conditions is unfolding. According to the BVIV index by Volmex, Bitcoin’s 30-day implied volatility fell to a low of 36.11%. These levels haven’t been seen since September 30, 2023, back when BTC was trading below $30,000. And then, it was just days away from aggressively breaking out to the upside. Fast forward to today: Bitcoin is holding strong well above $114K, and yet, volatility has all but collapsed. This divergence is a big deal: it suggests that $BTC is starting to behave more like a TradFi asset, where bull runs are often accompanied by periods of low-volatility lulls. For savvy investors, this creates a rare window of opportunity. When the market is calm and slowly grinding up, it often sets the stage for huge upside. This is especially true for altcoins like Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), which are built to ride Bitcoin’s momentum with extra utility and speed. What’s Driving This Market Shift? Bitcoin is currently consolidating between $110,000 and $120,000; but the real story is under the hood. The 30-day implied volatility (IV), tracked by the BVIV index, dropped to 36.11% today – a level unseen since 2023. Historically, Bitcoin’s volatility would rise during price surges, reflecting high levels of fear, excitement, and speculation. However, this cycle appears to be different. Despite $BTC gaining over 50% since its lows in April, volatility has been steadily trending down. In fact, when compared to Gold’s volatility, Bitcoin’s volatility is at a historical low, currently less than twice that of Gold’s. So what’s changed? Analysts point to the growing use of institutional-style structured products, such as options and ETFs, that suppress BTC’s volatility. As more institutions and other large players enter the space, Bitcoin is increasingly mirroring TradFi markets like the S&P 500 or Gold, where slow, upward trends tend to dampen volatility rather than ignite it. Why Low Volatility Is Actually Bullish In traditional finance, falling volatility during bullish periods in the market is a sign of growing confidence, not weakness. It suggests that investors truly believe in the trend, and aren’t aggressively taking profits or scrambling for hedges. Bitcoin’s current implied volatility downtrend reflects that exact dynamic. As fear subsides, institutions are more likely to step in, looking for steady, scalable exposure. That’s already playing out through rising ETF inflows and increased interest in tokenized real-world assets (RWAs). More importantly, this creates the ideal environment for infrastructure-focused plays – especially those that scale Bitcoin. That’s where Bitcoin Hyper comes in: a lightning-fast Bitcoin Layer 2 designed to handle the next big wave of on-chain activity. As capital rotates into $BTC and its adjacent ecosystems, low volatility sets the stage for long-term narratives, not just short-term pumps. The calmer the market appears on the face of it, the more serious money gets involved. And scalable, utility-driven projects like Bitcoin Hyper are perfectly placed to benefit. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER): A Bull Market Scalability Play With Bitcoin finding its footing around $115K and volatility at 2-year lows, the stage is set for a new wave of infrastructure-focused projects, and those that solve Bitcoin’s biggest flaw – its scalability – are likely to thrive the most. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is a Layer 2 rollup built on the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM), anchored directly to Bitcoin. This design gives it the speed, programmability, and flexibility of Solana, while still relying on Bitcoin’s battle-tested security. In short, it makes Bitcoin scalable, programmable, and DeFi-ready. With all the institutional capital flowing into $BTC via ETPs and RWA protocols, projects like Bitcoin Hyper are the obvious next step for Bitcoin: a fast, low-cost environment for dApps, staking, and yield generation built around BTC. The project has already raised over $7.4M in its presale, and is still available in one of its final early-stage price tiers, at $0.01255 per token. This makes it a rare entry point for investors eyeing the next breakout Bitcoin infrastructure narrative. If $BTC is the base layer for institutional crypto, Hyper is shaping up to be the engine for its next wave of innovation. Check out the Bitcoin Hyper presale today! The Calm Before the Next Crypto Surge Bitcoin’s low volatility might look like a lull, but it’s often the calm before the storm. As the market matures and BTC starts behaving more like TradFi assets, the smart money is already rotating into infrastructure projects that support long-term scalability. Bitcoin Hyper is one of the most compelling plays of this kind. It combines the security of Bitcoin with the speed and flexibility of the Solana VM. If you’re waiting for a signal to act, it’s already here; don’t wait for volatility to spike. The $HYPER presale could be your early entry into the next big wave. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Cryptocurrency investments are highly volatile and carry significant risk. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions.
Ripple may have quietly stopped its monthly XRP escrow releases, at least for now. For the first time since early 2018, no XRP has been unlocked from escrow in August. This unusual silence has sparked speculation across the XRP community. But is it a real pause, or just a delayed move? Let’s break it down. …
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The White House Press Office confirmed to Cointelegraph that President Trump will sign an executive order potentially allowing crypto exposure in US 401(k) retirement plans
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order today directing federal regulators to ease legal pathways for 401(k) plans to include private equity, real estate, crypto, and other alternative assets. As Bloomberg reported, the directive tasks the Department of Labor with reevaluating fiduciary guidance under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) and coordinating with […]
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Polygon (POL) joined Sui (SUI) as a top performer, rising 6.2% from Wednesday.
The Spot Ethereum ETFs have recorded significant outflows recently, sparking a bearish sentiment for the ETH price. These outflows also come at a time when the altcoin has dropped from a six-month high of $3,900 and looks to retest the psychological $3,000 level. Ethereum ETFs See Record Outflows Putting The ETH Price At Risk SoSo Value data shows that the Ethereum ETFs recorded a net outflow of $465.06 million on August 4, their largest outflow since they launched last year. These funds also recorded a net outflow of $152.26 million on August 1, which was the first net outflow after 20 consecutive days of net inflows. Related Reading: Ethereum Exchange Reserves Just Hit A New 9-Year Low Amid Treasury Accumulations These outflows from the Spot Ethereum ETFs indicate a wave of profit-taking, especially considering that the ETH price had rallied to a six-month high of $3,900 last month. Outflows from these funds are bearish for ETH as they can add selling pressure, with fund issuers selling coins to redeem shares. However, a positive is that these net outflows from the Spot Ethereum ETFs have been short-lived. Further data from SoSo Value shows that these funds recorded net inflows of $73.22 million and $35.12 million on August 5 and 6, respectively. This coincides with the rebound in the ETH price, which hit the $3,700 level in the last 24 hours. Another streak of consecutive net inflows for the Spot Ethereum ETFs could spark another uptrend for the ETH price. Moreover, the Ethereum treasury companies like BitMine, SharpLink, and the Ether Machine continue to create massive demand for ETH as they expand their treasuries. BitMine’s Ethereum holdings topped 833,000 ETH this week, making it the largest ETH treasury in the world. Will the ETH Price Crash Below $3,000? BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has predicted that the ETH price could at least retest the $3,000 level. He highlighted the Trump tariffs, which take effect today, as one of the reasons that he holds this bearish sentiment towards Ethereum. The crypto founder also indicated that there isn’t enough liquidity in the market currently to boost crypto prices. Related Reading: Pundit Says Ethereum Price Is Headed For $9,000 After This Broadening Wedge Retest However, from a technical analysis perspective, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto has predicted that the ETH price is likely to continue its uptrend soon enough and avoid a drop to $3,000. In an X post, he highlighted a Bull Pennant pattern, which puts $5,000 in sight for ETH. The analyst remarked that this pattern is shaping up on Ethereum and that if it confirms, then the technical target stands at $5,000. At the time of writing, the Ethereum price is trading at around $3,680, up almost 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
The reserve is funded through a process called Payment Abstraction and then automatically converts them into LINK, Chainlink said.
The PENGU price is showing strong bullish signs, with recent gains supported by technical setups and a major announcement from Robinhood. After a rally in July, PENGU is now stabilizing above key levels. With Robinhood integration and an ETF application in play, momentum appears to be building further for this meme coin to explode. PENGU …
Mallers delves into his history with Bitcoin, his achievements in the space, and how he sees the future of BTC adoption on a global scale.
Cipher notched a Q2 net loss of $46 million as it continues to invest in its HPC infrastructure, while Hut 8 saw net income of $137.5 million.
Total value locked (TVL) in DeFi remains below 2021 highs, the report noted.
Publicly traded SharpLink Gaming successfully raised $200 million in a private placement led by four global institutional investors. The capital will be used to grow its Ethereum (ETH) treasury, which is expected to surpass $2 billion in value once invested. SharpLink has already increased its Ethereum holdings by more than 18,000 ETH, bringing its total …
YF Link is a fork of the popular yearn.finance (YFI) which combines Chainlink’s “LINK” token with Yearn Finance’s yield farming/liquidity mining mechanics. YFL was a project that could be easily adopted by the Chainlink enthusiasts, known as ‘Link Marines’. The YFL price rose at a remarkable rate towards the end of 2021. However, as time …
Ripple is set to acquire Rail, a stablecoin platform, in a $200 million deal aimed at strengthening its position in the digital payments space. The move signals Ripple’s growing focus on stablecoin infrastructure as part of its broader strategy to expand blockchain utility. With this acquisition, Ripple looks to tap into stablecoins’ rising role in …
The Rail acquisition is a way for Ripple to delve deeper into the fast-growing stablecoin ecosystem after launching its RLUSD stablecoin.
Hyperliquid’s growth drove DeFi perp exchanges to a new collective all-time high, signaling that more users are opting for decentralized trading venues.
Ripple's acquisition of Rail could accelerate stablecoin adoption, enhancing cross-border payment efficiency amid evolving regulations.
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Tether has acquired a minority stake in Bit2Me, a leading Spanish crypto exchange, and is leading a €30 million funding round expected to close soon. Bit2Me recently became the first Spanish-speaking exchange authorized as a Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) under the EU’s MiCA framework. This investment strengthens Bit2Me’s position in the European crypto market and …
UK-listed Union Jack Oil, along with joint venture partners including Reabold Resources, has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Texas-based 360 Energy to start Bitcoin mining at the West Newton gas field. The project plans to use natural gas found on-site to power Bitcoin mining data centers. This approach aims to turn stranded gas …
Story Highlights The current price of AMPL is . AMPL price could reach a maximum of $3.86 by the end of 2025. With a potential surge, the Ampleforth price might go as high as $10.15 by 2030. Ampleforth began with a bold idea, what if a token could stay stable without needing a central bank …
The Bank of England (BOE) has cut its key interest rate once again, bringing it down to 4% from 4.25%. This marks the fifth rate cut since August 2024, when borrowing costs were as high as 5.25%. BOE Governor Andrew Bailey called it a “finely balanced decision,” and confirmed that interest rates are still on …
U.S President Donald Trump is pushing for a big change in how Americans save for retirement. He plans to sign an order that could open the door for crypto, including Bitcoin, to be part of 401(k) plans. While it’s not an official rule yet, this move could reshape the $12.5 trillion retirement market and give …
The loyalty program could increase stablecoin adoption, potentially reshaping user engagement and incentivizing participation in DeFi ecosystems.
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SBI Holdings has submitted applications to Japan’s Financial Services Agency for the approval of two exchange-traded funds tracking Bitcoin and XRP. The filings represent the first dual-asset spot crypto ETF proposal in the country and arrive shortly after the regulator opened discussions around reclassifying digital assets as financial instruments under the Financial Instruments and Exchange […]
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Over 100 investors backed Euphoria’s funding round, including VCs like Karatage, Figment Capital, and Robot Ventures.