Bitdeer has expanded its Bitcoin reserves with the addition of 38 BTC, raising its total holdings to 1,675.9 BTC. This move highlights Bitdeer’s continued confidence in Bitcoin amid growing institutional interest and market maturity. As a leading crypto mining company, Bitdeer’s ongoing accumulation signals a strategic focus on strengthening its digital asset portfolio. Analysts view …
Andreessen Horowitz partner Alex Rampell warns U.S. banks are implementing “Chokepoint 3.0,” raising fees, restricting access, and blocking apps to suppress fintech and crypto platforms like Coinbase and Robinhood. Institutions such as JPMorgan are allegedly increasing the cost of money transfers and access to account data, potentially stifling competition and innovation in the crypto sector. …
July 2025 saw cryptocurrency hacks jump by 27%, reaching $142 million in losses across major platforms like CoinDCX, GMX, and BigONE. The CoinDCX breach alone led to a $44.2 million loss, followed by significant incidents at GMX and BigONE. Experts warn of rising social engineering and hot wallet attacks, urging crypto companies to strengthen security …
Despite former President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for lower interest rates, the U.S. Federal Reserve held rates steady for the fifth straight meeting. The benchmark rate remains unchanged at 4.25% to 4.5%, a level set back in December 2024. But now, all eyes are on the upcoming September 17, 2025, FOMC meeting, and expectations are …
As the market soared in July, crypto hacks also saw a significant increase from the previous month, with crypto exchanges losing over $100 million in the past 30 days. This follows a concerning trend that has been developing this year, which suggests that theft from digital asset services could reach a new milestone by the end of 2025. Related Reading: ‘Hated Rally’ Coming? Pump.Fun (PUMP) Soars 30% From Lows Amid Token Buybacks Crypto Exchanges Lose $114 Million In July On Friday, security firm PeckShield noted that the total losses from crypto hacks reached $142 million in July, with crypto exchanges topping the list. CoinDCX, GMX, and BigONE recorded 80% of the total losses. Notably, Indian exchange CoinDCX suffered the highest loss of the month after a security breach on July 19 resulted in the transfer of $44 million in USDT from one of the platform’s wallets to six unknown personal wallets. Hackers were able to access the crypto exchange’s system after compromising an employee’s login credentials. Recent reports revealed that the employee was allegedly lured into a fake job task and persuaded to download and use his CoinDCX-designated laptop to complete tasks, unsuspectingly downloading files with malware. Meanwhile, Perpetual and spot crypto exchange GMX recorded the second-largest hack of the month after losing around $42 million on July 9 when an attacker exploited a vulnerability in the protocol’s first version on Arbitrum. GMX V1’s vault contract had a vulnerability that allowed the attacker to manipulate the GLP token price through the system’s calculations, resulting in approximately $42 million worth of assets being transferred from the GLP pool to an unknown wallet. Nonetheless, the incident saw a happy ending after the hacker accepted a white-hat bounty and returned most of the funds. As reported by NewsBTC, the exploiter returned $10.49 million worth of FRAX and 10,000 ETH, valued at $30 million, on July 11. 2025 Alarming Trend Continues Based on data from PeckShield’s previous reports, Q2 showed a diminishing trend in total crypto losses, with May and June recording 40% and 56% month-on-month (MoM) declines, respectively. However, the short-term trend changed in July as the total value of stolen funds surged 27.2% from June’s $111.6 million. Additionally, the total number of major incidents slightly increased by 13.3%, from 15 registered incidents in June to 17 hacks in July. This follows a broader trend developing this year, as Chainalysis explained on its “2025 Crypto Crime Mid-Year Update.” In the report, the on-chain analytics firm revealed that crypto theft this year has been “more devastating” than the entirety of 2024, with over $2.7 billion worth of funds stolen from crypto services in the first half. Related Reading: Ethereum Celebrates 10 Years: Coinbase CEO Shares Vitalik Buterin Anecdote As ETH Eyes $4,000 By the end of June, more value had been stolen year-to-date (YTD) than during the same period in 2022, suggesting that theft from crypto services could potentially increase another 60% by year’s end. Additionally, YTD activity shows a steeper trajectory into the end of the first half, with an alarming velocity and consistency, than in previous years. For reference, 2025 required 142 days to hit the $2 billion mark in value stolen from platforms, while 2022 reached this volume in 214 days. “If this trend continues, we could see 2025 end with more than $4.3 billion stolen from services alone,” the report forecasted. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com
The SEC’s crypto task force is heading out on a national tour to hear directly from the crypto community. After holding roundtables in Washington, D.C. this past spring, the Task Force now wants to connect with individuals who were unable to attend those events. Here are the details! Crypto Roundtables to Visit 10 Cities Nationwide …
Ethereum’s price has come under notable pressure, falling below key psychological and technical levels. The second-largest token entered a corrective phase after a period of sustained upward momentum, triggering renewed concerns across the market. The latest pullback has not only broken the short-term bullish structure but also raised questions about the underlying strength of the …
Litecoin price is showing signs of renewed bullish momentum as it kickstarts August with a modest yet significant recovery. Coming to numbers, in the last 24 hours, the LTC price has gained 1.79%, now trading at $107.77. With this, the market cap has edged up to $8.14 billion. Successively, a bounce from its 24-hour low …
Bitcoin (BTC) is facing renewed downward pressure as it struggles to maintain levels above $115,000. At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading around $115,745, down approximately 2.2% in the past 24 hours and nearly 6% below its July all-time high of $123,000. The latest market movement has raised questions about short-term price stability, particularly amid growing concerns over weak structural support in the current trading zone. Recent data from on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant suggests that while long-term holders remain largely profitable, short-term sentiment has shifted. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Next Big Move? Cooling Futures Market Hints at Possible Breakout Bitcoin UTXO Data Points to Changing Investor Behavior Activity among Bitcoin Unspent Transaction Outputs (UTXOs), a metric that tracks coins being spent either in profit or at a loss, indicates that many investors are beginning to react to smaller price drops, potentially signaling increased market uncertainty. In a recent analysis on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, contributor Darkfost shared insights on how UTXO activity can reflect broader market sentiment. “This chart, based on UTXOs from block data, highlights the number of UTXOs spent either in profit or in loss,” the analyst wrote, noting that this approach focuses on transaction count rather than value, helping filter out price-based noise. Historically, Bitcoin has seen a dominance of UTXOs spent in profit, with patient holders benefiting from long-term appreciation. Between July 11 and 13, the ratio of profitable UTXOs compared to those spent at a loss surged above 10,000, meaning for every loss-making spend, there were over ten thousand profitable ones. However, this ratio has since declined to around 500, suggesting that some investors are now closing positions at a loss even with minor price retracements. This change, according to Darkfost, may indicate short-term selling pressure despite the overall profitable status of most holders. Weak Support Structure Adds to Downside Risk Another CryptoQuant analyst, Maartunn, highlighted structural weaknesses in Bitcoin’s recent price surge. On July 10, BTC rapidly climbed from $112,000 to $115,800, but this upward move left little on-chain support in the price range. Bitcoin Teleported from $112 to $115.8K – But There’s Thin Air Below “From a technical point of view, there’s no past resistance or consolidation that could now act as support. If this final support area breaks, price could move down quickly.” – By @JA_Maartun pic.twitter.com/a3hQoANfDc — CryptoQuant.com (@cryptoquant_com) August 1, 2025 “The move happened so quickly that no support levels were formed,” the analyst explained. “If momentum drops or sellers step in, the price could fall just as fast as it rose.” Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Calm Before the Storm? Binance Data Points to Big Shift Ahead With Bitcoin now hovering just above its last known on-chain support zone, analysts caution that a failure to hold this level could accelerate the decline. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView
Wall Street’s interest in Ethereum is heating up. According to a top strategist, institutional adoption could eventually push ETH’s price to $60,000. In a detailed thread on X, Thomas (Tom) Lee, Managing Partner at FSInsight and a well-known Wall Street strategist, laid out why institutional investors are rapidly gravitating toward Ethereum ($ETH). His remarks come …
Bitcoin ETFs saw $812 million in outflows, led by Fidelity and ARK, while Ether ETFs ended their longest inflow streak with $152 million in losses.
Visa and Mastercard have stated that stablecoin payments currently pose no threat to their dominance in the payments industry. Despite the global surge in crypto adoption in 2025, Visa’s annual transaction volume remains at $15 trillion, far larger than the stablecoin market. Can Stablecoin Become a Threat to Visa and Mastercard? According to Reuters, both …
The crypto market is flashing mixed signals heading into August. Bitcoin has slipped back toward $113,000, while Ethereum struggles to reclaim key resistance levels. The total market cap currently stands at a strong $3.7 trillion, but underlying sentiment may be due for a reset. Bitcoin remains the dominant force, commanding 61% of the market, yet …
Data shows the cryptocurrency derivatives market has seen more than $700 million in long liquidations as Bitcoin and altcoins have plummeted. Bitcoin Price Just Made A Low Under $115,000 Bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency market has witnessed a wave of bearish momentum during the past day as prices across the coins have declined. BTC went into the low $114,000 levels earlier in the day, but the coin has since bounced back above $115,000. Related Reading: Altcoin Season Here? 6 Key Metrics Show Market Shift The below chart shows how the asset’s recent performance has looked. Last week, BTC also dropped toward the $115,000 mark, but back then, it was able to quickly bounce back to resume sideways movement around $118,000. As such, it only remains to be seen whether the current deviation is a temporary one as well or if it’s the start of a real break away from the consolidation range. Most of the altcoins have taken a worse hit than the number one cryptocurrency during the past day, with some like Solana (SOL) and Hyperliquid (HYPE) exceeding losses of 5%. Crypto Derivatives Market Has Racked Up Large Liquidations A consequence of the market-wide volatility has been that liquidations have piled up over at the derivatives side of the cryptocurrency sector, according to data from CoinGlass. Below is a table that shows the numbers related to the latest market liquidations. As is visible above, a total of $804 million in cryptocurrency contracts have found liquidation during the past day. Out of these, $741 million of the contracts, equivalent to 92% of the total, were longs. Ethereum (ETH) led the derivatives flush with $250 million in liquidations, Bitcoin followed at $200 million. ETH topping the sector in this metric over BTC is likely a combination of two factors: its price has seen a steeper decline in the last 24 hours and speculative interest around it has been elevated due to the earlier breakout. Signs were already there that a volatile liquidation event may be coming. As this chart shared by CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn on Wednesday shows, the Bitcoin Aggregated Open Interest was sharply climbing. The “Aggregated Open Interest” here naturally refers to an indicator that keeps track of the total amount of derivatives positions related to BTC that are open on all centralized exchanges. Related Reading: PENGU Down 11%, But These TA Signals Could Point To Rebound The speculators haven’t been dissuaded by the latest liquidations, either, as Maartunn has today pointed out a sharp jump in the Bitcoin Open Interest on cryptocurrency exchange ByBit. Featured image from Dall-E, CoinGlass.com, charts from TradingView.com
Toncoin is making waves once again as it continues to sail higher on its price chart. It is worth noting that TON was the sole gainer during yesterday’s slump. Talking about press time numbers, Toncoin price is up 4.94% since yesterday, and 10.38% over the week. That being said, TON is not just riding the …
Is crypto in trouble? That’s the question everyone’s asking after Bitcoin plunged to $114,000 just hours after the SEC’s biggest announcement in years. But here’s the real answer: While short-term panic triggered a sharp sell-off, a deeper shift is unfolding. The U.S. has officially embraced crypto regulation through the SEC’s new “Project Crypto” initiative, a …
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes warns of rising macroeconomic pressure as the U.S. tariff bill comes due in Q3 and job data signals weakness. He highlights that major economies aren’t generating credit quickly enough to support nominal GDP growth. Despite the challenges, Hayes remains optimistic about crypto’s future, forecasting Bitcoin to hit $100,000 and Ethereum to …
Bitcoin (BTC) is navigating a period of heightened uncertainty as its price struggles to regain upward momentum following recent declines. Over the past 24 hours, the world’s largest cryptocurrency recorded a dip to $114,326 before slightly recovering above the $115,000 mark. Despite this rebound, the asset remains under pressure, with recent market movements highlighting potential shifts in trader sentiment and long-term holder behavior. Data shared by market analysts indicates that derivatives activity is playing a significant role in current price fluctuations. Insights from the analytics platform CryptoQuant suggest that sudden changes in leveraged positions and aggressive selling pressure on major exchanges are contributing to the ongoing volatility. At the same time, on-chain data shows an increase in activity from long-term Bitcoin holders, suggesting a structural change in the market that may influence future price dynamics. Related Reading: Bitcoin New Investor Dominance Rises – No Signs of Mass Profit-Taking Yet Leveraged Positions Under Pressure on Major Exchanges According to a recent analysis by CryptoQuant contributor Amr Taha, Bitcoin’s decline below $115,000 coincided with a notable reduction in open interest on Binance, dropping from $14 billion to under $13.5 billion in a short span. This 4% decline in open interest within a single day is often linked to liquidation events, where leveraged positions are closed automatically due to margin calls. Taha explained that many traders appear to have exited long positions as the price fell, potentially triggering a cascade of sell orders and amplifying market pressure. Net Taker Volume on Binance also turned sharply negative, nearing -$160 million, suggesting an increase in aggressive selling activity. This trend reflects fear-driven reactions among market participants, particularly retail traders, who may have chosen to close or reverse positions amid expectations of further price declines. Despite this wave of selling, Taha noted the possibility of a short-term rebound. A reduction in leveraged long positions combined with an increase in short exposure could create conditions for a market rebalancing or a short squeeze if selling pressure eases in the coming days. Dormant Bitcoin Wallets Show Signs of Major Reallocation In addition to short-term derivatives market dynamics, other analysts are pointing to broader structural changes in Bitcoin’s investor base. CryptoQuant analyst OnChainSchool highlighted that in 2024, more than 255,000 BTC previously inactive for over seven years were reactivated. In 2025, this trend has continued, with over 215,000 BTC already moving within the first several months of the year. The average monthly movement of long-dormant coins has risen from 4,900 BTC in 2023 to over 30,000 BTC in 2025. Transaction sizes have also grown significantly, from around 162 BTC to over 1,000 BTC per transfer. According to OnChainSchool, these patterns indicate that large-scale holders, rather than retail investors, are reallocating capital on a scale not seen in previous cycles. The analyst suggested that beyond price fluctuations, these shifts may have long-term implications for market liquidity and Bitcoin’s future ownership distribution. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView
Mill City Ventures III announced a $500 million equity agreement to boost its SUI treasury, which currently sits at 76.2 million units after making its first $276 million purchase this week.
Visa and Mastercard recently stated that stablecoins are nowhere near threatening their payments dominance. In their latest earnings calls, both companies described current stablecoin usage as negligible compared to Visa’s $15 trillion annual transactions. They noted stablecoins might find better use in regions with unstable local currencies but are not challenging their stronghold in major …
On August 1, spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced massive investor withdrawals, with total net outflows hitting $812 million, the second-largest daily loss on record. Fidelity’s Bitcoin ETF (FBTC) saw the biggest outflow at $331 million. In the same period, spot Ethereum ETFs also faced $152 million in net outflows, ending a streak of 20 straight days …
Cardano’s new project, Midnight, is giving away free tokens through its big Glacier airdrop, and it’s already being sent to over 37 million wallets across major blockchains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, XRP, Solana, BNB, AVAX, and BAT. What You’re Getting: As explained by an analyst, eligible users will receive NIGHT, the main utility token for …
Solana (SOL) is attracting renewed institutional attention as major asset managers including Franklin Templeton, Grayscale, VanEck, and Fidelity have updated their spot Solana ETF filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Related Reading: XRP Set To Explode? Analyst Sees $5 Surge Any Moment – Details While the token’s price briefly dipped following the news, long-term indicators suggest this move could be a major bullish trigger. Asset Managers Revise Solana ETF Filings Amid SEC Dialogue As of August 1, at least seven asset managers submitted amended S-1 registration statements for Solana-based ETFs. These updates, which now include staking provisions and clearer custodianship structures, reflect ongoing discussions with the SEC. Notably, Grayscale’s updated proposal introduces a 2.5% annual fee in SOL, while VanEck’s version includes active staking rewards and dual custodianship. These moves are viewed as part of a coordinated strategy to align with SEC expectations, especially after the Commission recently approved in-kind redemption structures for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Market watchers believe a decision on Solana ETFs could arrive as early as late August or September 2025. SOL Price Reacts Cautiously, But Long-Term Momentum Builds Surprisingly, Solana’s price dropped by over 3% following the ETF filings, closing at $170.24. This suggests the news may already be priced in, or that traders remain cautious amid broader market uncertainty. Technical indicators show bearish momentum, with SOL struggling to stay above key support zones at $170 and $158. A close above $180 could reignite bullish sentiment, while a drop below $158 may signal a deeper correction toward $145 or $130. SOL's price moving sideways following a major price spike on the daily chart. Source: SOLUSD on Tradingview What Solana ETF Approval Could Mean for SOL While short-term volatility persists, the broader implications of Solana ETF approval are substantial. A greenlight from the SEC could legitimize Solana as a mainstream investment asset, increase market liquidity, and open the door for more institutional adoption. With over $60 billion in staked SOL and a maturing ecosystem, Solana is well-positioned to benefit once regulatory clarity arrives. Related Reading: If Dogecoin Loses This Level, Expect A Major Crash: Analyst Warns In the coming weeks, all eyes remain on Washington. But for long-term investors, this could be the calm before a potential breakout. Cover image from ChatGPT, SOLUSD chart from Tradingview
Hayes' crypto sell-off amid market decline may signal reduced confidence, potentially influencing investor sentiment and market stability.
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Earlier today, Bitcoin (BTC) briefly fell below $115,000 – hitting a low of $114,116 – triggering panic selling across major crypto exchanges, including Binance. Sharp shifts in several key metrics, such as open interest and net taker volume, confirm the intensity of the sell-off. Bitcoin Decline Wipes Out $500 Million In Open Interest According to a Quicktake post on CryptoQuant by contributor Amr Taha, BTC’s drop below $115,000 led to a sharp decline in open interest on Binance, which fell from $14 billion to under $13.5 billion. Related Reading: Bitcoin Rejected At $120,000: Binance Whale Inflows Suggest Possible Drop To $110,000 The following chart shows Binance open interest declining by nearly 4% in a single day – a move typically associated with liquidation events. Supporting this, data from CoinGlass shows $760 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours. To explain, such large-scale liquidation events typically occur when leveraged traders face forced position closures – long or short – due to margin calls. The sharp BTC drop resulted in the liquidation of approximately 183,514 traders in just 24 hours. In addition to falling open interest and widespread long liquidations, Binance’s net taker volume also points to rising bearish sentiment. The metric plunged to -$160 million, underscoring aggressive selling pressure. For context, Binance net taker volume measures the difference between market buy and sell orders initiated by takers. A positive value suggests dominant buying activity (bullish), while a negative value reflects dominant selling activity (bearish). Binance net taker volume dropping into negative territory further reinforces bearish pressure on BTC. Since this net selling coincided with the decline in open interest, it indicates that many derivatives traders are panic-closing late long positions. Will BTC Make Recovery? Despite the falling price, shrinking open interest, and negative net taker volume, Taha suggests that these bearish indicators could paradoxically set the stage for a short-term rebound. Related Reading: Bitcoin Overheating Signals Easing – Is A Second-Half Rally Ahead? Bitcoin’s selling pressure may be nearing exhaustion, while short interest continues to rise. This combination could trigger a market rebalancing phase, potentially paving the way for price stabilization – or even a short squeeze-driven bounce. However, on-chain data points to continued bearish momentum. The increasing share of new investors among BTC holders may lead to overheated market conditions in the near term. At the same time, exchange reserves are rising, which could contribute to more selling pressure. Long-term BTC holders also appear to be selling in significant volumes, suggesting potential rally exhaustion. That said, BTC could still remain on track for its year-end target of $180,000 – but only if it holds key support at $110,000. At press time, Bitcoin is trading at $115,310, down 2.1% over the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, charts from CryptoQuant and TradingView.com
Bitcoin (BTC) has continued to face resistance below the $120,000 level, with price action showing little momentum to push the asset toward a new high. At the time of writing, the world’s largest cryptocurrency is trading above $118,000, reflecting a slight pullback of around 3.6% from its most recent all-time high. With the asset still in a tight range, investors are watching whether Bitcoin can establish a breakout or if a price correction is more likely in the near term. Meanwhile, recent on-chain analysis has highlighted an area of potential concern in Bitcoin’s price history that may point to a retest of lower levels before further upward movement. Related Reading: Bitcoin Overheating Signals Easing – Is A Second-Half Rally Ahead? Analyst Highlights “Unrealized Gap” in Bitcoin’s Price Movement According to data shared on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, the $111,000–$115,000 range remains an untested zone that could see renewed activity in the future, despite broader market optimism. CryptoQuant contributor and on-chain analyst CryptoMe has identified what he calls a “gap” in Bitcoin’s recent trading behavior. The analyst noted that between July 9 and 14, Bitcoin experienced a rapid rally from $110,000 to $123,000 without significant trading activity in the $111,000–$117,000 range. On-chain data during that period reportedly showed limited retail participation, with most buying pressure coming from institutional players. “This rapid upward move created a visible gap in the UTxO histogram,” CryptoMe explained, adding: Few transactions occurred in that range, meaning unrealized outputs were not established. Historically, such gaps have often been revisited by the market, filling those levels over time. The analyst also mentioned that part of the gap has already been addressed with price action touching $115,000–$117,000 in recent sessions, but the lower section around $111,000 remains unfilled. Historical Patterns Suggest Possible Retest of $111K Drawing from Bitcoin’s 16-year price history, CryptoMe pointed out that similar scenarios have occurred before. For instance, in 2024, Bitcoin skipped the $70,000–$80,000 range on its way to $110,000 but eventually revisited and filled that gap. Related Reading: $141,000 Could Be Next Key Bitcoin Resistance If Price Breaks Higher, Report Says Based on these recurring patterns, the analyst believes the $111,000 level may see a retest, even in a generally bullish environment. “What remains uncertain,” CryptoMe said, “is whether this will happen as a direct drop from current levels or after a further climb, potentially toward $140,000, followed by a correction.” The analyst advises market participants to consider the possibility of a pullback when planning their risk exposure and leverage positions, noting: But either way, I believe the gap will be filled! So investors should know that, even in this bullish environment, a pullback toward 111k is still possible, and they should adjust their positions, leverage, and risk levels accordingly. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView
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Bitcoin’s latest push towards $120,000 fizzled into a stall-out that now resembles a “failed breakout zone,” according to market analytics firm Swissblock. In a July 31 thread, the firm said “momentum has failed to ignite,” arguing that realized-profit flows and an overwhelming share of coins sitting in profit have turned every bounce into an opportunity for supply to meet price. Profit-Taking Cools Bitcoin Rally Swissblock framed the setback as a pause rather than a breakdown. “Profit-taking is rising—but not as intense as late 2024,” the firm wrote, adding that the effect through July was “enough to cap upside and trigger consolidation.” The tone is cooling, not capitulatory: “Selling pressure is visible, but not extreme—think cooling, not capitulation.” That diagnosis hinges on on-chain readings of realized profit—an input that tends to expand into rallies as long-held coins are spent into strength—and a market structure in which bids are absorbing supply rather than being overwhelmed by it. Related Reading: Bitcoin New Investor Dominance Rises – No Signs of Mass Profit-Taking Yet The most striking datapoint in the thread is breadth of profitability: “96% of supply is in profit,” Swissblock noted, citing Glassnode. That ratio is historically consistent with late-cycle euphoria, but it is also mechanically self-limiting; when nearly all holders are in the green, latent sell pressure rises because “unrealized gains are tempting sellers.” As Swissblock put it, “Strong holders remain. But unrealized gains are tempting sellers. Until demand returns, each bounce invites supply.” The firm contends the broader trend “is intact—but momentum needs a reset.” Beyond on-chain realized flows, the firm’s composite fundamentals read neutral with improving liquidity. “BTC fundamentals are strong and stable,” Swissblock wrote, pointing to a Bitcoin Fundamentals Index reading of 60 (neutral), “Network Growth is cooling,” and “Liquidity is recovering.” That mix typically favors range behavior over directional surges—“a consolidation-supportive environment,” as the post put it—in which Bitcoin “can grind sideways longer—until it’s ready to break with conviction.” The implication is that the market’s “failed breakout” risk reflects timing rather than trend reversal: positioning and liquidity are not aligned yet for a sustained continuation. Related Reading: Weak Bitcoin Treasury Companies Will Be Crushed By Bear Market, Insider Warns The cross-asset context is equally nuanced. “Altseason is active—but under stress,” Swissblock wrote, observing that while “$ETH continues to outperform BTC structurally, holding up better in this pullback,” most altcoins are sagging, with “only 5% of top 100 showing positive impulse.” That thinning rotation underlines the selectivity of risk appetite and the fragility of momentum outside of the largest names. Historically, that pattern often precedes a decisive move in Bitcoin that either recharges the rotation or breaks it. Swissblock’s concluding assessment leans cautiously constructive. “Profit-taking is fading and selling pressure is being absorbed. BTC is preparing for breakout—but momentum needs to align.” Until that alignment arrives, the firm expects a grind: bids continue to meet supply from profitable holders, realized profits moderate, and liquidity improves in the background. If and when Bitcoin flips momentum back to positive, Swissblock argues, the spillover could be forceful: “While BTC grinds sideways, watch for the moment it flips—ETH and altcoins will likely explode upward when it does.” In short, today’s dip to $115,000 looks less like an outright rejection than a test of the market’s ability to digest profits and reset momentum without damage to the underlying uptrend. With 96% of supply in profit and breadth compressed, the next impulse likely hinges on whether liquidity and demand can reassert themselves before profit-taking reaccelerates. For now, Swissblock’s message is clear: the breakout will need to be earned, not assumed. At press time, BTC traded at $115,452. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
Ethereum (ETH) dropped over 6% in the past 24 hours, sliding to around $3,630 after briefly touching the $3,800 mark. Related Reading: XRP Breakout Targets $15—Analyst Says ‘This Is Just The Start’ The pullback comes after a robust July rally, which saw the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency surge more than 50%, its best monthly gain in three years. Despite the recent dip, on-chain data suggests the uptrend may not be over. Glassnode’s latest analysis points to a potential new all-time high (ATH) of $4,900, fueled by bullish investor sentiment, growing ETF inflows, and rising open interest (OI) in futures markets. Glassnode Points to a $4,900 Ethereum Target According to Glassnode, Ethereum is trading near its March 2024 levels, yet unrealized profits remain comparatively lower. This divergence implies a large upside potential as investors are not yet cashing out, signaling confidence in further gains. The firm’s analysis shows that if unrealized profits reach the same levels as in 2024, ETH would likely climb toward $4,900, marking a new ATH and testing the critical psychological resistance at $5,000. This could reflect a growing shift in how investors treat Ethereum, from a speculative token to a core financial asset. ETH's price records a small decline on the daily chart. Source: ETHUSD on Tradingview Open Interest and ETF Demand Reinforce Bullish Outlook Rising open interest further supports Ethereum’s bullish case. Crypto futures data indicates that more traders are opening long positions on ETH, reflecting expectations of further upside. Ethereum’s OI has been a key contributor to the broader altcoin market rebound. Moreover, spot Ethereum ETFs, especially BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum ETF, saw over $4 billion in inflows in July 2025, pushing total ETH ETF holdings to $21.85 billion. The surge underscores Ethereum’s rising status among institutional investors and may amplify future price movements. Related Reading: Coinbase Bitcoin Premium Just Turned Red For The First Time Since May — What This Means With Ethereum facing resistance at $4,000, the convergence of strong technicals, investor optimism, and institutional demand paints a promising outlook. If momentum continues, ETH may soon chart new territory above its previous highs. Cover image from ChatGPT, ETHUSD chart from Tradingview
The Central banks, institutions, and payment corridors are experimenting with something deeper than crypto hype. From cross-border settlements to real-world assets, Ripple is building blockchain infrastructure. If recent comments from top banking executives are any indication, XRP may move trillions in value. The Settlement Layer No One Saw Coming According to KingXRP, the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is on the brink of a groundbreaking transformation that could unlock a staggering $196 trillion market through the emergence of RealFi and real-world finance powered by blockchain technology. His post includes a recent interview with Teucrium CEO Sal Gilbertie, where he made a bold declaration that XRP and Ripple will move trillions and tokenize the entire financial system. Related Reading: XRP’s Secret Weapon? Ripple Exec Says It’s Not What You Think As mentioned in the video, XRP is often misunderstood. It can be traded and speculated on like any other asset, but its true purpose goes much deeper. Ripple is the company behind XRP, and it was originally founded to facilitate fast, efficient money transfers across borders. Apparently, XRP is now evolving far beyond simple transactions. It’s becoming a foundational tool for tokenizing a wide range of assets and enabling the movement of value in new and innovative ways. As Ripple continues to advance its level 2 infrastructure, it’s becoming increasingly clear that they are positioning to tokenize the entire financial system. They have acquired a broker-dealer clearing member, which is a strategic move that brings them one step closer to integrating deeply with the traditional financial markets. This move marks what Gilbertie believes is the first step toward integrating traditional finance with DeFi. The acquisition of a broker-dealer isn’t just a technicality, but it’s the kind of infrastructure move that would rewire the system in the future. XRP Moves Into Institutional Payment Rails CryptoGeek has also shared an update on X about Ripple Chief Technology Officer (CTO), David Schwartz, stating that banks are now integrating XRP. Meanwhile, Ripple Bank will operate entirely on the XRP Ledger, settling all payments with XRP as its core asset. Related Reading: Ripple CEO Debunks SWIFT Partnership, XRP To Dramatically Change Payments Infrastructure Schwartz emphasized in the video that closing a deal with a bank always feels exciting, and it looks great on paper, which signals validation. However, behind the scenes, it’s a different story, and banks are extremely slow to move, cautious, conservative, and are bound by layers of internal processes. Furthermore, Schwartz stated that the team focused a lot on banks, because landing a press release with a major institution looked like progress. It felt like a milestone, and over time, the firm realized most of them were only in it for the optics. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com