Without localized risk detection and public–private cooperation, illicit capital will continue to flow unchecked, and trust in the system will collapse.
Ethereum treasury companies are quickly becoming a new way for institutions to hold and manage ETH. With billions already stored, this trend has caught the attention of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Fundstrat’s Tom Lee. Both see big opportunities, but they also highlight risks that could impact the ecosystem. Dive in for the insights. Vitalik …
S&P Dow Jones Indices is exploring partnerships with major exchanges, custodians and DeFi protocols to launch tokenized versions of its benchmarks.
The RWA sector is gaining traction as five standout projects like ONDO, HBAR, PENDLE, LINK, and INJ have emerged as key players. Each of these assets leverages blockchain most effectively to tokenize real-world value, and August 2025 has seen notable developments. Below, in this article, we explore the most recent moves, their current market rankings, …
The Solana price experienced all phases of the crypto market this week, starting with a muted performance of around $180. However, the past seven-day period took a better turn when the altcoin surged above the $200 mark, rising as high as $205 on Thursday, August 14. Unfortunately, the Solana price didn’t enjoy this return above the $200 level for long, crashing—like the rest of the crypto market—back toward its early-week position around $180. A popular crypto analyst on the social media platform X has revealed that SOL’s downturn was no coincidence. Why SOL Keeps Falling Under $188 In 2025 In an August 15 post on the X platform, crypto pundit Burak Kesmeci evaluated the broader performance of the Solana price in 2025 and its impact on recent price action. Specifically, the on-chain analyst identified the $188 level as crucial to Solana’s recent price movements. Related Reading: Market Expert Reveals Why XRP Price At $1,000 Is Not A Possibility This evaluation revolves around the Fixed Range Volume Profile (FRVP) indicator, which provides insights into the distribution of trading volume across various levels on a price chart. In essence, the FRVP indicator helps identify regions with the most trading activity within a specific period. According to Kesmeci, the FRVP high-volume trading level currently lies around the $150 Solana price region. The crypto analyst noted that investors can expect SOL to continue its upward trajectory as long as its price stays above this high-volume trading level. Kesmeci, however, noted that another significant level in the FRVP is the Value Area High (VAH), which represents the upper boundary of the value area (a price range where 70% of the volume traded). The VAH level is often considered a resistance zone where prices may stall or experience a reversal. The crypto analyst identified $188 as the Value Area High (the green line in the chart above) for the Solana price. According to Kesmeci, the altcoin has struggled to stay above this VAH level so far in 2025—a trend witnessed in the past day. What Happens If Solana Price Keeps Retreating? Further in the post on X, Kesmeci pinpointed $170 – $179 as another Solana price region with significant trading activity. The analyst revealed that this zone could act as a support cushion should the price of SOL witness a correction. Kesmeci added: If Solana can shift its high-volume trading level upward, the bullish trend could strengthen. As of this writing, the price of Solana sits just above $180, reflecting a nearly 5% decline in the past 24 hours. Nevertheless, this drab 24-hour performance was not enough to push the altcoin’s weekly action into the red. According to CoinGecko data, the SOL price is up by over 4% in the last seven days. Related Reading: Trump Coin Jumps 10% On Canary Capital ETF Filing: Details Featured image from Getty, chart from TradingView
Bitcoin Standard Treasury Co.'s SPAC deal combines fiat financing and a bitcoin-denominated PIPE, aiming to debut on the Nasdaq with over 30,000 BTC and an aggressive growth plan.
The blockchain world just crossed another important milestone. Stellar, the network powering multiple decentralized applications, has officially surpassed 100 million smart contract transactions. Analysts say this marks a turning point for blockchain adoption, as decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to reshape traditional financial systems. DeFi on Stellar is growing rapidly with services like borrowing, lending, staking, …
As usual, it’s been an eventful week for crypto, folks! Bitcoin hit fresh highs, but that’s only part of the story. Washington is tangled in stablecoin fights, inflation is heating up, and Ripple’s long legal drama finally reached its conclusion. Add to that a high-profile guilty plea, a shake-up at the White House, and Ethereum …
SharpLink Gaming, one of the world’s largest corporate holders of Ether, announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. It also provided updates on the growth of its ETH treasury strategy. In a latest press release, Sharplink revealed that it now owns 728,804 ETH and has staked nearly all of it, generating …
Bitcoin is trading in the $117,000 price region following a rather eventful week, which allowed investors to experience both sides of the market volatility. Notably, the premier cryptocurrency established a new all-time high at $124,457 before experiencing a sharp crash to below $118,000 driven by recent US PPI data. As enthusiasts await the asset’s next move, prominent analytics firm Glaasnode has unveiled the potential price targets based on short-term holders’ (STH) market activity. Related Reading: Bitcoin Prepares For Make-Or-Break Move As Textbook Triangle Meets Tight Range Short-Term Holder Cost Basis Tips Bitcoin To Race Towards $144K In an X post on August 16, Glassnode shares data from its Bitcoin STH cost basis model, which suggests the cryptocurrency is headed for an overheating region. For context, short-term holders refer to entities that acquired their BTC within the last 155 days. Their cost basis, i.e., average price of acquisition, often serves as a proxy for the sentiment and profitability of newer market entrants, thus dictating short-term price dynamics. Glassnode’s on-chain data shows that Bitcoin’s STH cost basis has now climbed to $107,000, with standard deviation bands indicating the next crucial resistance at $127,000. Notably, this price level aligns with the +1σ band, often viewed as a “heated” market threshold. This zone is expected to act as a major pivot point, either marking the onset of consolidation or serving as the launchpad for a euphoric final leg upward. However, if Bitcoin can decisively break above $127,000, the STH deviation bands suggest it may trigger accelerated market buying momentum, potentially pushing the price toward the +2σ band at $144,000 zone. Notably, the +2σ band is termed as the overheating region as it often coincides with local or cycle top and frequently introduces significant sell pressure from investors. Meanwhile, the base STH cost basis at $107,000 now serves as a crucial short-term support; therefore, a breakdown below this could imply weakening confidence among recent buyers. In such a bearish scenario, market attention would turn to the lower deviation -1σ band at $93,000, at which investors may expect some price stability. Related Reading: BTC Slips Below $120K as Policy Shifts Rattle Markets: Is This a Setup for the Next Big Rally? Bitcoin Price Overview At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $117,396, reflecting a price decline of 1.02% in the past 24 hours. Meanwhile, daily trading volume has also crashed by 33.56% and is now valued at $70.56 billion. Notably, popular analyst Ali Martinez tips the premier cryptocurrency to soon make a recovery after the flash crash of last week. The market expert explains that Bitcoin always produces a price rally following any PPI-induced decline. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview
Currently, the US Securities and Exchange Commission is reviewing multiple XRP ETF applications. However, most of them are pending for final decision. The odds are now restored as the regulatory clarity develops with the Ripple lawsuit dismissal. List of XRP ETFs Filings with the SEC ProShares Ultra XRP ETF Application filed on January 17, 2025, …
The long-running Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit is finally coming to an end. This week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a status report with the Court of Appeals, noting that both Ripple and the SEC had jointly agreed to dismiss their appeals. While some XRP supporters thought the case still needed a judge’s …
The Ethereum price has most recently witnessed a sharp pullback from its all-time high of $4792, scaring many investors, which is influenced by ETF flow shifts and macroeconomic pressure built by a recent report by the US. Despite this correction, some major institutional players and whales continue to show their optimism for ETH crypto as …
Driven by the global trend, the UAE introduced several crypto regulations to boost its digital finance. In July, Emirates signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Crypto.com to explore ways to integrate crypto into travel payments. The full integration is expected to launch in 2026. Understanding the Emirate’s MOU with Crypto.com With the new initiative, …
BitMine and an unknown whale have acquired nearly $882 million in Ether through major OTC desks and exchange withdrawals in a show of growing institutional demand.
The distributor is rolling out an XRPL-powered system for 6,500 pharmacies to speed up payments, cut costs, and expand blockchain use in healthcare finance.
Ethereum is holding firmly above the $4,400 level after recently reaching $4,792, just shy of its 2021 all-time high. The world’s second-largest cryptocurrency has seen weeks of massive gains, driven by strong institutional interest, shrinking supply on exchanges, and growing demand across decentralized finance. Bulls remain in control as momentum pushes ETH closer to record-breaking territory. Related Reading: Memecoins Lose Ground In Market Share As Ethereum Absorbs Liquidity However, risks are also building as the market enters a new phase of volatility. After such a sharp rally, profit-taking and speculative rotations could trigger stronger pullbacks. Key data highlights the intensity of current activity: Ethereum’s on-chain volume has surged to $12.93 billion, signaling heightened transaction flows and renewed investor participation. Historically, spikes in on-chain volume have coincided with critical turning points, either fueling further breakouts or marking the start of consolidations. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether Ethereum extends its bullish trajectory or enters a cooling-off phase. Ethereum Heads Toward 2021 Levels Amid Market Uncertainty With ETH trading above $4,400 after setting a local high at $4,792, market participants are watching closely as the asset approaches its former peak. The question now is whether Ethereum will mirror its explosive rallies of the past or pause for a consolidation before making a sustained breakout. On-chain data reinforces the bullish narrative. Ethereum’s on-chain volume has surged to nearly $12.9 billion, putting it close to the $16 billion peak recorded in 2021. This growing transactional activity highlights both renewed market participation and strengthening fundamentals. Historically, such spikes in on-chain activity have accompanied major upward phases, reflecting not just speculation but also deeper network utility. The broader market context adds weight to the discussion. Bitcoin appears to be entering its final bull phase move, typically a period that determines whether capital begins to rotate heavily into altcoins. Many analysts believe this could mark the beginning of altseason, with Ethereum leading the charge. At the same time, supply dynamics remain highly favorable. Exchange balances are shrinking, while OTC reserves dry up, signaling institutional accumulation. This tightening supply picture could amplify any bullish breakout. Related Reading: Bitcoin STH SOPR-7d Signals Healthy Demand: Market Absorbs Selling Pressure Weekly Chart Analysis: Key Levels To Hold Ethereum’s weekly chart highlights a decisive bullish breakout, with ETH trading at $4,425 after reaching a peak of $4,792, just below its all-time high from 2021. This rally represents one of the strongest weekly moves in years, fueled by consistent buying momentum and tightening supply conditions. Price action shows ETH has broken above long-term moving averages, with the 50-week SMA at $2,771, 100-week SMA at $2,761, and the 200-week SMA at $2,442 now far below current levels. This positioning confirms a strong uptrend structure, suggesting ETH has firmly transitioned into bullish territory after a prolonged consolidation phase. The current resistance remains the psychological $4,800–$5,000 zone, which aligns with the 2021 all-time high. A sustained breakout above this level would open the path toward uncharted territory, with analysts pointing to possible targets between $5,500 and $6,000 if momentum continues. Related Reading: Bitcoin Volatility Hits 2-Year Low As 30-Day Range Tightens However, risks remain as ETH approaches these levels. Weekly candles show sharp upward extensions, raising the potential for short-term pullbacks. Still, as long as ETH holds above $4,200–$4,300 support, the structure remains bullish. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
The Fed is lately softening its stance on digital assets, changing how banks can work with crypto and new tech. On Friday, the Federal Reserve announced that it is ending its special supervision program for “novel activities” such as crypto and fintech services offered by banks. Fed Moves Banks’ Crypto Review Back to Normal Oversight …
A long-time Bitcoin holder, known as “19D5J8,” has resurfaced after five years of complete dormancy. The wallet is among the Bitcoin OG addresses, holding a massive 23,969 BTC, worth about $2.82 billion. Earlier today, the whale transferred 3,000 BTC, valued at approximately $353 million, to a newly created wallet. Such large movements after years of …
Sui price continues to face headwinds, dropping 3.25% in the last 24 hours to $3.72 and losing 4.63% over the past week. The market cap has slipped to $13.09 billion, while 24-hour trading volume plunged 37% to $1.32 billion. SUI traded between $3.63 and $3.88 during the session, reflecting investor caution after a broad cryptocurrency …
Norges Bank Investment Management increased its bitcoin-equivalent exposure from 6,200 BTC to 11,400 BTC in Q2, says Standard Chartered.
Ethereum investors, watch out. ETH is once again in the spotlight for Samson Mow. The JAN3 CEO and outspoken Bitcoin advocate has urged ETH holders to move fast, calling this the “last chance to sell ETH above 0.03 BTC.” Mow’s warning comes at a sensitive moment for Ethereum. Here are the critical details you should …
This week saw record trading in US spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, driven largely by a sudden rush into Ether funds. Related Reading: Chainlink Breaks 3-Month High Amid Record 2025 Enthusiasm According to ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, Ether ETFs alone posted roughly $17 billion in weekly volume, a figure that surprised many after months of quiet. The spike has pushed trading desks to rethink how fast money can flow into these funds. Ether ETFs Record Big Volume Reports have disclosed that spot Ether ETFs not only logged about $17 billion in weekly trading volume, but also saw a record single-day net inflow of $1 billion. Across the first two weeks of August, the funds pulled in more than $3 billion. According to Balchunas, it was almost as if the Ether ETFs were in hibernation mode for 11 months and then crammed one year’s worth of activity into six weeks. That phrase captured how suddenly demand arrived. Spot Bitcoin + Ether ETFs did about $40b in volume this week, biggest week ever for them, thanks to Ether ETFs stepping up big. Massive number, equiv to a Top 5 ETF or Top 10 stock’s volume. pic.twitter.com/Z89uV63A3w — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) August 15, 2025 Price Peaks And Quick Pullbacks Based on market data, Bitcoin hit a headline-making high of $124,000 on Thursday, while Ether came within nearly 2.1% of its November 2021 high by reaching $4,787, CoinMarketCap data shows. The highs did not stick. Since Thursday, Bitcoin has fallen over 5% from that peak and was trading around $117,648, while Ether dropped 6.15% and sat near $4,475. Short swings like these are common when excitement and fresh flows meet thin liquidity. Comparisons To The Bitcoin ETF Run Analysts are drawing parallels to last year’s Bitcoin ETF rush. Reports point out that Bitcoin ETFs reached new highs of $73,680 just two months after launching in January 2024. MN Trading Capital founder Michael van de Poppe said, “There’s way more to come for this cycle.” That view reflects optimism among some traders that ETFs can keep driving prices higher across crypto markets. Related Reading: Trump Coin Jumps 10% On Canary Capital ETF Filing: Details Caution From Market Watchers At the same time, some market watchers warn that a fresh all-time high for Ether could still be weeks or months away. Flows can be volatile. Big one-day inflows can move markets quickly, but they can also reverse just as fast when traders take profits or shift strategies. If Ether funds keep bringing in large sums beyond the first two weeks of August, the move looks more durable. If not, the big numbers could turn out to be a short-lived spike. Based on reports and market behavior so far, ETFs are clearly a major near-term driver for both Bitcoin and Ether. The story is still unfolding. Some expect more gains; others urge patience. Either way, the sudden rush into Ether ETFs has made this chapter one of the busiest in recent crypto trading history. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView
Gemini, the Winklevoss-founded crypto exchange and custodian, has filed to list on Nasdaq under ticker GEMI, revealing steepening losses ahead of its IPO.
Gemini, the cryptocurrency exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, is preparing to go public in the U.S., despite its financials showing mounting losses. The move comes at a time when more crypto firms are going public in the U.S., showing that the industry is pushing ahead with growth plans. Gemini Targets Nasdaq Listing The crypto …
The outflow day for spot Ether ETFs comes just after Ether narrowly missed reclaiming its 2021 all-time high.
Bitcoin is trading at a decisive point after recently setting new all-time highs, but momentum appears to be shifting. Despite briefly pushing past $120,000, BTC failed to sustain levels above its record, and the breakout above ATH remains unconfirmed. This lack of follow-through has fueled bearish speculation, with some analysts warning that the market could be facing increased downside risk in the short term. Related Reading: Memecoins Lose Ground In Market Share As Ethereum Absorbs Liquidity At the same time, on-chain data paints a more constructive picture for long-term stability. According to the latest insights, the Long-Term Holder (LTH) cohort—those holding Bitcoin between six months and two years—has significantly increased its supply. Since April, when BTC was trading at $83,000, their holdings have grown from 3.551 million BTC to 5.191 million BTC, a remarkable increase of 1.64 million BTC. This accumulation suggests strong conviction among seasoned investors, even as short-term volatility challenges the market. While traders focus on whether Bitcoin can reclaim $120,000 and establish a firm breakout, the ongoing buildup by long-term holders reinforces the broader bullish structure. The clash between short-term weakness and long-term strength will likely define Bitcoin’s next major move. Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Signal Strength According to top analyst Axel Adler, Bitcoin’s latest test of the all-time high at $118,000 showed a very different behavior compared to past cycles. During this move, long-term holders (LTHs) who have been holding coins between six months and two years engaged in some profit-taking. Data reveals their seven-day average spending climbed to 20,000 BTC. However, this level is far below the typical distribution spikes of previous cycles, where spending often surged to between 40,000 and 70,000 BTC. This more moderate selling activity suggests that the conviction among long-term holders remains strong. Rather than aggressively taking profits, many are choosing to continue accumulating or simply holding their positions. Adler highlights that accumulation still outweighs distribution, reflecting confidence in the market’s future direction. Such behavior from experienced participants typically signals a healthier, more sustainable bull phase, where selling pressure is absorbed without disrupting the broader uptrend. Despite this encouraging backdrop, Bitcoin faces a crucial technical test. To confirm the strength of the latest move, BTC needs to decisively push above the $125,000 level. A breakout beyond this resistance would likely validate the resilience shown by long-term holders and open the path toward further price discovery. If bulls succeed, the combination of institutional demand, long-term accumulation, and reduced selling pressure could drive the next major rally. Conversely, failure to reclaim $125,000 in the near term might give bears room to test lower levels before the next leg up. Related Reading: Bitcoin STH SOPR-7d Signals Healthy Demand: Market Absorbs Selling Pressure Testing Support After ATH Rejection Bitcoin’s 4-hour chart shows price retreating after a sharp rejection near $123,200, just below the recent all-time high at $124,000. Following this failed breakout attempt, BTC has slipped back toward $117,300, where it is currently holding above the key confluence of the 100 and 200 moving averages. This zone between $116,900 and $117,600 is acting as immediate support. A decisive breakdown here could expose further downside toward $115,000. However, the moving averages continue to slope upward, reflecting an underlying bullish structure despite the short-term weakness. Related Reading: TRON Long-Term Holders See Massive Gains As TRX Pushes Toward Multi-Year Highs The repeated rejection at $123,000–$124,000 highlights the importance of this resistance. Bulls will need to reclaim this zone with conviction to confirm momentum and extend the uptrend toward higher levels. Until then, the market remains in a consolidation phase, with traders closely watching if support at the $117K region holds. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Rumors are swirling that Donald Trump Jr. may be looking into buying XRP, adding fresh speculation to the token’s growing adoption. Reports suggest that the Trump family could be preparing an investment in the XRP ecosystem. If true, this could mean a big endorsement of Ripple’s technology and the cryptocurrency’s future role in finance. Expert …
Lagrange, a pioneer in zero-knowledge proof generation for AI verification, is back in the spotlight. For those unaware, its flagship product, DeepProve, delivers the fastest zkML system available. Thereby making private AI computations more secure and scalable. Lagrange’s native token, LA has surged sharply, gaining 24% in the last 24 hours and over 30% in …
Bitcoin price today pulled back sharply after touching $123,000, triggering more than $800 million in long liquidations across crypto markets. Analysts warn of near-term weakness but maintain that the broader uptrend remains intact. The world’s largest cryptocurrency briefly broke above its major horizontal range before facing heavy selling pressure. The rejection sent prices back toward …