The DOJ reportedly confirmed it is not targeting Dragonfly Ventures or its executives in the Tornado Cash case, despite earlier speculation and courtroom remarks.
Indonesia’s Finance Ministry raised taxes for crypto miners and sellers, while exempting some crypto transactions from VAT.
Cardano has the tech. It has the community. What it doesn’t have, according to EMURGO, is a clear, united presence on the global stage. To fix this, EMURGO, one of Cardano’s founding entities, is pushing a major proposal called the Unified Global Events Marketing Strategy. The goal is to end Cardano’s “fragmented branding” and give …
Bitcoin price remains rangebound ahead of the FOMC, as traders keep an eye on the big overhead resistance at $120,000 and several key support levels below.
South Korea’s central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), is stepping up its involvement in the crypto sector by launching a new “Cryptoassets Department.” The move reflects rising momentum in the country’s public sector toward regulating stablecoins and digital currencies more seriously. Effective July 31, the existing Digital Currency Research Lab will be renamed to …
XRP is holding strong above the key $3 level, keeping its bullish breakout intact. With Wave 4 consolidation underway, a push into Wave 5 could propel the price toward $6 and beyond. Wave Structure Confirmed: XRP Completes Wave 3, Wave 4 Consolidation Underway In an X post, Dark Defender recalled an earlier post shared on July 6, where he outlined a weekly wave structure for XRP with an initial target of $3.61. Building on that analysis, he has now presented the daily chart of the same wave structure, offering a closer look at XRP’s ongoing price action within the broader Elliott Wave framework. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Warns XRP Investors Amid Market Retrace According to Dark Defender, XRP has already completed Wave 1, Wave 2, and Wave 3 of the current cycle. The price is now in Wave 4, which appears to be a period of consolidation. This consolidation phase is also reflected in the Relative Strength Index (RSI), which signals that the market is taking a breather before the next potential leg higher. Looking ahead, Dark Defender projects the Wave 5 target to be approximately $5.8563, noting that this is not financial advice (NFA). He maintains his initial target of $3.61 while adding $5.85 as a potential high for this next impulsive move. These targets are based on the continuation of the current wave structure, assuming support levels hold. Key support for XRP is identified around $3.07. As long as XRP maintains this support and progresses through Wave 4, the bullish wave setup remains valid, with eyes firmly on a breakout toward the $5.85 mark. The Altcoin Eyes First Ever Monthly Close Above $3 Sonia S., in her latest post on X, pointed out that XRP is poised to achieve a historic milestone by closing the month above $3 for the first time ever. This potential monthly close marks a major bullish development and could signal the start of a new phase in XRP’s long-term price movement. Related Reading: XRP Won’t See Devastating Pullback Because ‘The Train Has Left The Station’ She identified a crucial breakout zone between $1.97 and $3.01, which XRP has successfully cleared. With this breakout confirmed, Sonia highlighted the next key psychological targets at $4.50 and $6.00+ levels that could attract significant attention from both traders and investors. As long as XRP maintains its position above $3 on the monthly chart, Sonia noted that price discovery becomes possible, given the lack of historical resistance beyond this level. However, Sonia also warned that if XRP fails to hold above $3 and closes back below this level, the breakout would be invalidated. Such a move could indicate a false breakout and potentially lead to a pullback, making the $3 level a crucial line for the bulls. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
Twenty One Capital, a corporate Bitcoin treasury seeking public listing on the US stock exchange, has announced that they’re increasing their holdings by 5,800 Bitcoins. That puts their overall holdings at ~$5.1B, making them the third largest corporate Bitcoin holder. Currently, only Strategy and Mara Holdings own more Bitcoin at 628,791BTC and 50,000BTC respectively. This is fantastic news if you’re a long-term Bitcoin investor. It proves that Bitcoin is being taken seriously in the corporate world. But Bitcoin is quite pricey now, and in that case, it’s worth taking a look at Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER), a new crypto presale. The project wants to upgrade the Bitcoin blockchain to modern standards – add dApp and smart contract compatibility, for one. Given the current bullish state of affairs, we believe $HYPER is looking at an explosive future. Why Is Twenty One’s Acquisition Good for Bitcoin? The team behind Twenty One Capital is confident that Bitcoin is the future of digital currency. We believe Bitcoin deserves a public company worthy of its ethos. […] Twenty One is a new kind of public company: built on Bitcoin, backed with proof, and driven by a vision to reshape the global financial system. We’re not here to beat the existing system, we’re here to build a new one. —Jack Mallers, Twenty One CEO, Twenty One Capital PR As a publicly traded company, Twenty One Capital will trade under the ‘XXI’ ticker. Traders will be able to track its performance with a ‘Bitcoin per Share’ metric provided by Twenty One Capital. And on-chain proof of the company’s Bitcoin holdings is available via xxi.mempool.space, providing full transparency for investors. It’s pretty clear that confidence in Bitcoin is growing by the day. This much institutional adoption signals that it’s not just a speculative asset, but a long-term store of value that can perform better than traditional assets. Case in point, Bitcoin grew by 77% in the last year, from ~$66K to $118K today, reaching an ATH of $123K in July. Some traders are even beginning to think of Bitcoin as the equivalent of digital gold. Bitcoin companies like Twenty One Capital adopting a Bitcoin-heavy portfolio shows that there’s a bright future for Bitcoin, as well as projects that seek to expand the reach or functionality of the Bitcoin network. Projects like Bitcoin Hyper, which plans to upscale the Bitcoin blockchain to modern, 21st century standards. Why Bitcoin Hyper? Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is the solution to woes that have been plaguing the Bitcoin network for over a decade. While Bitcoin is a great store of value, transactions are processed relatively slowly (around 7/second vs Tron’s 2,000/second, for instance) and at greater cost compared to newer blockchains like Solana and Ethereum. Bitcoin Hyper promises to solve all these problems by bridging the Bitcoin blockchain to a Layer 2 solution built on the Solana Virtual Machine, unlocking powerful smart-contract capabilities for Bitcoin-based dApps. Through a Canonical Bridge, you’ll be able to lock in your Bitcoins and receive equivalent wrapped Bitcoin on the L2. You can change back to $BTC whenever you want to. The gist of it is that $HYPER will process transactions on the much faster L2 and execute them on Bitcoin’s L1. This way, you get both speed and security under the hood. The presale has already attracted over $5.8M, signalling confidence in Bitcoin Hyper’s proposed solutions to hyper-charge the Bitcoin Network. With a mainnet launch in Q3 2025, now’s the perfect time to check out the Bitcoin Hyper project. $HYPER holders also receive voting rights for governance proposals, lower transaction fees across the Bitcoin Hyper network, and a lucrative staking opportunity currently valued at 176% APR. The token is currently worth $0.01245 (and we expect it to jump to $0.08625 by the end of 2025), and you can buy it from the official presale page. Summary As more financial institutions turn their eye towards Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, early adopters get to ride the price higher and higher. It’s no longer about speculation. Holding firms like Strategy, Twenty One Capital, and even Trump Media are leaning into the rock-solid value Bitcoin provides as an asset. That’s why it’s time to get on board and ride the rocketship. While Bitcoin might not have the same explosive potential it had a decade ago, it’s also significantly less risky to bet on a crypto backed by billions of dollars worth of capital funds. However, Bitcoin isn’t a perfect solution—yet. Bitcoin Hyper looks set to fix the outstanding issues with the Bitcoin Network and pump while doing so. Remember to do your own research and never invest more than you can afford to lose. Presales are very volatile, and price movements can appear suddenly. Take care!
H100 Group has expanded its Bitcoin portfolio by adding 56.9 BTC at an average price of SEK 1,135,364 per coin. This strategic purchase raises their total Bitcoin holdings to 685.1 BTC. The move reflects growing confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term value amid market fluctuations. By steadily increasing their stake, H100 Group positions itself strongly in the …
Ethereum has entered a volatile and decisive phase following weeks of strong buying pressure and rapid price appreciation. After pushing above $3,800, ETH is now facing resistance, with bulls stepping in to defend key lower demand zones. The market appears uncertain, caught between a potential continuation toward new highs and the risk of a broader cooldown. Related Reading: Abraxas Capital Faces $100M Unrealized Loss On $800M Crypto Short Positions – Details Adding to the momentum, new data from Arkham reveals that BlackRock purchased over four times more Ethereum than Bitcoin last week. This shift marks a significant moment for institutional involvement in Ethereum and signals growing confidence in its long-term potential. Analysts across the industry are beginning to take note, interpreting the move as a signal that Ethereum may be gaining favor among traditional finance giants. As Bitcoin consolidates near all-time highs, Ethereum now stands at a crossroads. Will it continue climbing and close the gap, or will rejection above $3,800 mark the beginning of a local top? BlackRock’s Ethereum Allocation Signals Growing Institutional Shift Arkham data has revealed a significant development in institutional crypto allocation: BlackRock purchased over $1.2 billion worth of Ethereum last week, compared to just $267 million in Bitcoin. This 4.5x disparity signals a decisive shift in institutional strategy, with capital now flowing more aggressively into ETH than BTC. For many in the market, this is what true institutional Ethereum adoption looks like—massive inflows that reshape market dynamics. This shift didn’t start overnight. Institutional interest in Ethereum began building back in April, when ETH hit a cycle low near $1,380. Since then, a combination of legal clarity, progress around ETF approval, and Ethereum’s maturing role in the financial ecosystem has fueled a steady wave of accumulation from large players. BlackRock’s latest allocation is simply the most visible and significant confirmation of that trend. As the broader crypto market heats up, Ethereum appears well-positioned to continue its upward trajectory. However, not everything is straightforward. ETH is now struggling to break through resistance around the $3,800 level, and the failure to reclaim new highs is beginning to stir uncertainty. Some analysts warn that the current rally may lose steam without a breakout, and fear of a short-term correction is growing. Related Reading: Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Begin Distribution: Mirroring Fall 2024 Cycle ETH Faces Key Resistance After Parabolic Rally Ethereum has staged an impressive rally over the past few weeks, surging from sub-$2,000 levels to a current price of $3,782.61. The weekly chart shows a strong bullish breakout from the $2,852.16 resistance zone, with ETH now approaching a critical barrier near $3,860.80. Price briefly reached a high of $3,941.86 before pulling back, signaling potential short-term exhaustion after an aggressive upside move. Volume has increased significantly during this breakout, confirming strong buying interest. The 50, 100, and 200-week SMAs—all converging around $2,700–$2,850—now serve as key support, reinforcing the strength of the breakout. As long as ETH remains above the $2,850 level, the broader structure remains bullish. Related Reading: TRON Sees $1B USDT Mint: Liquidity Wave Incoming? However, the current pause below $3,860 suggests indecision as bulls encounter historical resistance. A clean weekly close above this level could open the door to a continuation toward $4,200–$4,400. On the downside, a rejection followed by a drop below $3,500 may trigger a short-term correction as traders secure profits. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has invested $10 million in Falcon Finance, a leading stablecoin platform, to enhance liquidity and multi-chain compatibility for USD1 and other digital dollar assets. The investment aims to accelerate technical integrations, allowing seamless conversions between WLFI’s fully reserved USD1 stablecoin and Falcon’s synthetic dollar protocol. This move follows Falcon Finance’s milestone …
While crypto prices may not be making major moves, the real action is happening on social media. According to Santiment, platforms like Twitter, Reddit, and Telegram are buzzing with talks around six trending coins, Solana, Ethereum, VINE, OMNI, Tron, and Stellar. Each coin has its own story that’s catching the attention of traders. Let’s take …
The altcoin rally everyone’s waiting for? According to crypto influencer Alex Becker, it hasn’t even begun. In a recent post to his 1.3 million followers on X, Becker laid out a clear message: most altcoins don’t take off early in the bull run. The big moves come later, after Ethereum (ETH) breaks $5,000 and top …
Germany’s BISON trading venue now supports LDO, BNB, AVAX, ONDO, PEPE and NEAR.
Polymath CEO Vincent Kadar told Cointelegraph that investors are shifting from “unlock anxiety” to a more nuanced view of token releases.
Bitcoin short-term holders are in charge of nearby BTC price support, but this risks a drop to $110,000, new Glassnode research warned.
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 4.25–4.5%, signaling cautious monitoring of inflation and economy. Investors now watch for a possible rate cut in September. Simultaneously, the White House unveiled its first comprehensive crypto policy report, outlining new regulatory guidelines including stablecoin licensing, clearer agency roles, and updated AML measures. The report aims to …
XDC Network has drawn investor attention with a sharp rally fueled by its recent listing on Binance US. The price is up 8.14% since yesterday, reaching a high of $0.1011 before cooling slightly to $0.09818. With a market cap of $1.6 billion and 24-hour trading volume surging 69% to $84.77 million, this mid-cap token seems …
The investment comes as Falcon Finance surpasses $1 billion in circulating supply following its public launch.
Pakistan will permit banks and financial institutions to buy and sell Bitcoin to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption nationwide. The State Bank of Pakistan will issue licenses under the new Virtual Assets Act, 2025, creating a regulatory framework for crypto trading. This policy aims to modernize the financial system, enhance transaction transparency, and expand digital asset access. …
Kraken, one of the world’s leading crypto exchanges, is reportedly looking to raise $500 million at a $15 billion, according to a report from The Information. This move comes as interest in crypto firms is picking up, and speculation about Kraken’s potential IPO is growing. Kraken Targets $500M Raise Amid IPO Buzz Investor demand for …
Sygnum’s Q3 2025 Investment Outlook signals the long-awaited altseason may be approaching, as regulatory clarity increases and capital rotates into altcoins.
Coinbase’s Layer 2 network, Base, has emerged as the leading blockchain for daily token creation, surpassing Solana for the first time since 2023. This shift is primarily driven by Zora, a protocol that enables users to turn digital content into tradable tokens. Base flips Solana According to data compiled by Sealaunch on Dune Analytics, Base […]
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Pi Coin price is trading around $0.42, down nearly 4% today as sentiment weakens across the community. The dip follows widespread reports of failed Pi token transactions via the Pi Wallet’s new “Buy” feature. The timing is indeed critical for investors who are already cautious due to a large token unlock scheduled for August, and …
SOL still leads XRP in terms of futures open interest on Kraken and other exchanges.
Coinbase Derivatives is expanding its lineup with new nano-sized futures contracts for Solana and XRP. Set to launch on August 18, these U.S.-style perpetual futures are designed to provide retail traders with easier and lower-cost access to major crypto assets, making it easier for U.S. traders to access and trade crypto with less capital. The …
The open-source blockchain platform XDC Network is planning to launch its own ETF. XDC supports smart contracts based on Ethereum (EVM) and works with systems like SWIFT, making it easy to handle real-world asset transactions. Recently, XDC co-founder Ritesh Kakkad shared that the network is using blockchain to change the way finance works. They have …
According to recent reports, XRP slid about 15% after peaking at $3.66 on July 18, wiping out roughly $2.4 billion in open futures positions. That sharp drop has traders debating whether to hunker down or scoop up XRP near the $2.60 mark. Rally Driven By Big Bets XRP’s surge from $2.17 on July 1 to $3.66 by July 18 was powered by a surge in open interest that peaked at $11.2 billion in dollar terms. That means a lot of traders had large positions riding the upswing. Related Reading: Countdown To August 15: What XRP Investors Need To Know Since then, open interest has fallen to $8.8 billion, a 20% drop in US dollar value. In XRP units, contracts fell 10% to 2.80 billion. Liquidations of roughly $325 million over the two weeks ending July 25 show some of those big bets were wiped out. Futures Traders Hold Steady Annualized futures premiums for monthly XRP contracts have stayed in a 6% to 8% range. That suggests traders aren’t panicking even after the price dipped below $3. Short‑term swings didn’t spark a rush into bullish bets when XRP briefly rose past $3.60, slowing the risk of more forced exits. The calm premium levels hint that professional players remain cautious but not overly concerned. Growing chatter about a US spot ETF for XRP has added to the mix. Ether products crossed $18 billion in assets under management, so some expect a similar boost if a spot‑XRP ETF wins approval. But approvals can take many months, and nothing is certain. Rumors about banks or a tie‑up with SWIFT have popped up online without proof. Traders know that hype only lasts so long when there’s no real deal. On‑Ledger Activity Trails Peers DeFi use on the XRP Ledger is still small. According to RWA.xyz data, just $134 million of tokenized assets sit on the network, compared with $190 million on Avalanche. Decentralized exchange volume barely makes the top 50 chains. DefiLlama shows Sui recorded $13 billion in 30‑day DEX trading, and Sei handled $1.43 billion. Those gaps show that XRP’s on‑chain tools haven’t drawn the same crowd as rival networks. Related Reading: Bitcoin Ain’t ‘Better’, ADA Is, Cardano Founder Says Looking ahead, clear growth in real‑world use could help XRP break out of its current $3.00–$3.15 range. For now, traders are watching both price action and on‑chain metrics. It may take fresh catalysts beyond ETF hopes to drive sustained gains. Until then, the market could stay choppy and reactive to any big swings in open interest. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
Cathie Wood's investment management firm added 477,498 BMNR shares across its Innovation and Next Generations Internet ETFs
Bitcoin (BTC) remains boxed between $105,000 and $125,000, but a breakout could prompt prices toward $141,000, according to Glassnode’s July 29 report. The Short‑Term Holder (STH) cost basis, a key pivot between bullish and bearish local regimes, sits near $105,400. This metric is key to defining BTC’s subsequent movements. Price has repeatedly met resistance around […]
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Today isn’t just another Federal Reserve meeting, it might set the tone for how crypto moves in the coming weeks. Most experts believe that the Fed will keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%. However, U.S. President Donald Trump has added a twist. He’s putting strong pressure on Fed Chair Jerome Powell to either …