AI tools like Grok and ChatGPT are changing how traders approach crypto day trading, spotting sentiment shifts in real time and turning them into structured trade plans.
Galaxy Digital added over 4,200 BTC in the second quarter, helping the company return to profitability after a $295 million loss in Q1.
A thread posted late on 4 August 2025 by Weiss Crypto analyst Juan Villaverde has ignited debate about a rarely discussed harbinger of Bitcoin price cycles. In a thread on X, the quantitative researcher argued that an “overlooked asset class”—one he says almost no-one monitors in a crypto context—consistently pivots months before Bitcoin does, offering what he calls “a sneak peek at major turning points.” Villaverde’s proprietary back-testing suggests the lag is approximately six months, enough lead time, he claims, to anticipate the apex of the current bull market in late November. How Gold’s Trendlines Map The Bitcoin Price “Many are aware that Bitcoin tends to follow global liquidity—with a roughly twelve-week lag,” Weiss Crypto wrote, setting the stage for the reveal. “But Juan Villaverde has quietly tracked a different early indicator… one that can signal where BTC is headed six months in advance.” In a follow-up post he teased, “That little-known indicator? [ … ]. Turns out, its price action often leads Bitcoin by several months—providing a sneak peek at major turning points.” Related Reading: Top Analyst Says Bitcoin Is Trapped: ‘Nothing To Do Until October’ Villaverde’s thesis rests on a data series stretching back to the advent of modern crypto markets. He points to the trough of December 2018, which, in his reconstruction, was foreshadowed by a significant low in the mystery market some weeks earlier. “After analysing years of data, Juan spotted a consistent pattern,” Weiss Crypto stated, quoting the analyst to the effect that “major lows [there] tend to precede major lows in Bitcoin.” The same lead-lag cadence, Villaverde notes, flashed red in November 2021 when Bitcoin printed its all-time high even as the benchmark asset he tracks refused to break higher—an omen that presaged the 2022 bear market. The model is not without blemishes. Weiss Crypto acknowledged “one exception in recent years—during the Russia–Ukraine invasion—where the Bitcoin relationship temporarily inverted due to macro chaos.” Yet Villaverde maintains the anomaly reinforces rather than weakens his conviction: exogenous geopolitical shocks can distort correlations, but once the shock dissipates the historic rhythm reasserts itself. Related Reading: Bitcoin Neutral Sentiment Didn’t Last Long: Investors Already Greedy Again Where does that leave the market in mid-2025? “According to Juan’s analysis,” the firm wrote, “the indicator is pointing to a major high in Bitcoin around late November 2025. That aligns perfectly with his Crypto Timing Model.” Villaverde cautions that the signal is dynamic, not deterministic. If the benchmark asset he watches “rallies above its April high,” it would imply “Bitcoin could march higher into 2026.” Conversely, any decisive breakdown would “be an early warning that crypto’s bull market may be nearing its end after November.” Villaverde insists the relationship he has identified is robust because it focuses on magnitude rather than direction alone. “It’s not only the turns that matter,” he said in a direct message to this outlet, “but the amplitude of those turns.” By quantifying both, he argues, the signal captures investor psychology cycling from fear to greed and back again. At press time, BTC traded at $114,522. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
XRP holders can now wrap the token into FXRP via Flare’s FAssets protocol and deploy it across staking and liquidity products.
If approved, the DAO would assume full control over protocol revenue streams, directing them to the network's tokenholders.
The regulator cited a growing number of scams involving crypto kiosks, including fake tech support and bank-related scams.
Coinbase has announced plans to raise $2 billion by issuing convertible senior notes to qualified institutional buyers, according to a statement released on Aug. 5. The offering consists of two separate tranches: $1 billion in notes due 2029 and $1 billion in notes due 2032. These will be sold privately to institutional investors who meet specific […]
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With 19 EU member states backing it, the Chat Control proposal could mandate pre-encryption message scanning on apps like WhatsApp and Signal by October.
Galaxy Digital's strategic asset reallocation highlights a shift towards Bitcoin dominance, potentially influencing market dynamics and investor sentiment.
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Stellar (XLM) joined Aave (AAVE) as an underperformer, dropping 1.7% from Monday.
The Solana price has efficiently bounced nearly 8% in early August after a sharp 25% decline from July highs. This rebound comes as key technical levels hold and sentiment flips bullish, despite macroeconomic concerns. The renewed interest is being supported by rising active addresses, funding rate data, and a crucial trendline support bounce on the daily …
Sui is quickly emerging as one of the most talked-about Layer-1 blockchains in 2025. With rising institutional interest, on-chain growth, and major players getting involved, the network is gaining serious momentum. Now, a Swiss-regulated bank has made a bold first move, bringing Sui even closer to mainstream finance. AMINA Enables Regulated Access to SUI AMINA …
Investors are giving no credit for the company's deliberate approach to adding additional bitcoin, said analyst Mark Palmer.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino shared that USDT now makes up 40% of all on-chain transaction fees across nine blockchains, including Ethereum, Tron, Solana, and more. Hundreds of millions in emerging markets use USDT daily to shield themselves from inflation and currency devaluation. Ardoino emphasized that blockchains offering lower gas fees and allowing payments in USDT …
Last week marked the first net outflow from cryptocurrency ETFs in 15 weeks. This week continues to show outflows, reflecting a “buy the rumor, sell the news” trend following the signing of long-anticipated crypto legislation into law. Investors appear to be adjusting positions after the market responded to regulatory clarity, signaling cautious sentiment in the …
The company will change its ticker from VAPE to BNC and operate its BNB treasury strategy under the name BNB Network Company.
A well-known Bitcoin analyst is charting a path that most traders don’t expect. According to reports, the pseudonymous quant strategist PlanB told his 216,000 YouTube subscribers he believes Bitcoin will climb to at least $300,000 by the end of 2026. Related Reading: Crash Incoming? Kiyosaki Warns Of ‘August Curse’ And Reveals His Bitcoin Buy Zone That’s a bold call, given that 60% of market participants think the world’s largest cryptocurrency won’t hit that mark in just one and a half years. Contrarian Price View Based on his stock-to-flow model, PlanB says Bitcoin’s built-in scarcity drives long-term value. He argues the model points toward an average of $500,000 per coin after the next halving. The stock-to-flow setup gives a wide range—from $250,000 at the low end to $1 million at the high end—but PlanB believes the center of that range is where Bitcoin is headed. His view flips the script on most forecasts today. The analyst is also keeping an eye on Bitcoin’s realized price. This metric looks at the price at which recent cohorts of coins last moved on-chain, then divides by the total supply. Since the current market price of $114,150—up 1% on the day—sits above every major cohort band, PlanB sees a classic bull-market pattern with no bear-market warning signs in sight. Market Forecasts Show Wide Range Based on data from price-forecast services, Bitcoin may average $112,000 this month of August, peaking near $114,800 and dipping to around $109,000. For September 2025, forecasts narrow to a band between $111,000 and $112,400, with an average close to $111,7002. Into 2026, some models see steady gains toward $194,000 by December, with highs above $225,000. Big Names Offer Mixed Views According to market watchers, Anthony Scaramucci expects Bitcoin to top $170,000 within the next year. US President Donald Trump has not weighed in on crypto recently. Cathie Wood has her sights on $1 million per coin over the next five years. Digital Coin Price forecasts a swing to about $119,860 by mid-August 2025, then longer-term gains into the $210,000–$230,000 range during 2025. Meanwhile, Michael Saylor, Strategy Chairman, says Bitcoin’s limited supply and growing institutional interest could push it to $10 million, sparking fresh debate over its long-term role as a global asset. Related Reading: Bitcoin Finds Support At $114K, But Rally May Stall Without New Drivers What It Means For Investors Based on analysis, investors should remember that models are tools, not guarantees. PlanB’s $300,000 call sits at the optimistic end of the spectrum. Others see more modest moves, while some have even larger long-term hopes. Whether Bitcoin follows its past cycles or breaks new ground, it’s clear the debate over its next big run is only getting started. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
Tokenized Treasuries such as FT's BENJI are being increasingly used for collateral and settlement as real-world asset adoption spreads.
The trading platform combines spot, perpetuals and yield strategies into a single interface, aiming to offer CEX-like speed with DeFi transparency.
Coinbase plans to raise over $2 billion in a dual-tranche offering to fund future investments and stock buybacks.
Coinbase is preparing to raise $2 billion through a private convertible note offering, potentially to buy Bitcoin. If confirmed, this would make Coinbase the first company in the S&P 500 to purchase Bitcoin using funds from a debt offering. Even though Coinbase saw a drop in revenue during the second quarter, the U.S.-based crypto exchange, …
Indonesia’s Vice President’s office recently invited prominent Bitcoin advocates to discuss the potential of adopting Bitcoin as a national reserve asset. This initiative reflects Indonesia’s growing interest in digital currencies and consideration of how Bitcoin could play a role in strengthening the country’s financial reserves. As more nations explore cryptocurrency integration, Indonesia’s engagement highlights the …
After almost four years of courtroom battles, Ripple’s long fight with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is inching closer to the finish line. But while Ripple has already done its part, the outcome still depends on one thing, the SEC’s next move. Let’s break down what’s happened so far, what’s still pending, and …
Over the past month, cryptocurrency and AI have seen a significant surge. While crypto rose to 88% to reach a record-breaking $5.36 billion, AI evolved as a key investment theme across various industries to fuel the crypto surge. The digital asset showed an impressive growth, continuing the ongoing trend of adoption expansion. AI-led Sector Allocation …
Bhutan's strategic Bitcoin management could enhance its economic resilience and attract ESG-focused investments through sustainable crypto initiatives.
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US President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to sign an executive order aimed at curbing discrimination against the crypto industry by US banks, the Wall Street Journal reported on Aug. 4. According to sources familiar with the matter, the order would introduce fines for banks that block transactions involving crypto companies. This measure would address […]
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Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov said the Chainlink Runtime Environment could be as transformative as the Ethereum Virtual Machine.
A chart doing the rounds on X says the United States will hold 7.8 million Bitcoin by the end of 2025, around 40% of the total supply. It also places India second, with 1 million BTC, or 5.1% of global holdings. The claim has picked up attention fast. But does the data match reality?Let’s analyse. …
The Royal Government of Bhutan has moved 517 BTC, valued at $59.23 million, to a new cryptocurrency wallet. Reports suggest that the funds are likely headed to Binance, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges. This significant transaction highlights Bhutan’s ongoing involvement in the crypto market and adds to the growing trend of governments and …