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The latest burst of momentum has carried the Dogecoin price through the psychologically significant $0.23 barrier, lifting the spot price to roughly $0.236 at press time and extending a weekly advance of more than 20 percent. The breakout unfolded while Bitcoin continues to consolidate just north of the $120 000 pivot, a level that many market technicians view as decisive for the entire altcoin complex. Technical strategist Kevin (@Kev_Capital_TA) published a daily DOGE/USD chart via X. In it, Dogecoin’s price action is framed by a multi-month falling-trend line whose boundary was first breached in November last year. Since that escape, price has returned to the diagonal three separate times—each touch ringed by Kevin in orange, signalling what he describes as “textbook post-breakout behaviour.” “Only a matter of time before #Dogecoin makes its move back up to the .28-.30 level and then well beyond,” he wrote. “As long as BTC holds up and keeps showing strength this should come sooner rather than later.” Dogecoin Price Targets Kevin’s roadmap is built around a dense cluster of Fibonacci retracements that dominate the right margin of his chart. Immediate resistance lies at the 0.618 and 0.65 retracement bands—approximately $0.261 and $0.285, respectively—followed by 0.703 at $0.329 and the 0.786 level at $0.413. Lower down, the 0.5 retracement at $0.190 has acted as a floor throughout July, while 0.382 at $0.138 marks the last line of defence for medium-term bulls. Beyond the classical retracement grid, Kevin projects an aggressive trio of Fibonacci extension lines—1.618 ($3.97), 1.65 ($4.33) and 1.703 ($5.00)—arguing that Dogecoin’s “thin-air zone” above last cycle’s peak could enable a parabolic overshoot if liquidity conditions mirror those of 2021. He stresses, however, that such targets “remain contingent on Bitcoin punching through $120,000-$123,000 and, ideally, sprinting toward $140,000-$150,000 where overhead supply thins out dramatically.” “People are already forgetting that #BTC drives this market and if BTC goes down it will all go down. … BTC needs to break $123,274—point-blank period. I don’t like the moseying around at this level for too long.” Related Reading: Dogecoin Poised For A Monster Rally Amid Brewing Altcoin Season For now, Bitcoin’s sideways grind below its all-time high has tempered altcoin exuberance. The macro picture is complicated by the fact that, as Kevin notes, “BTC, Total 2, ETH, and many other Alts are at major resistance levels—so do not try and be a hero here. If you missed the lows, that’s unfortunate, but do not FOMO at major resistance.” Should Bitcoin deliver the breakout the analyst community is looking for, the DOGE/BTC pair could accelerate sharply, validating Kevin’s view that the memecoin is “playing catch-up” and may be poised for an outsized percentage move once the broader market trend resumes. With Dogecoin now perched on the lip of its 0.618–0.65 resistance shelf, traders are watching for a daily close above $0.285 to confirm the next leg higher. Failure to hold the wedge top near $0.19 would, by contrast, postpone the bullish narrative and leave the post-breakout retest zone vulnerable. At press time, DOGE traded at $0.242.

The Japanese yen is showing little movement on Friday. In the North American session, USD/JPY is trading at 148.69, up 0.06% on the day. On the data calendar, Japan's inflation rate eased in June. It's a light day in the US, highlighted by UoM consumer sentiment and inflation expectations. Japan's core CPI eases to 3.3%Inflation in Japan fell in June as expected and the yen is showing little movement today. Headline CPI dropped to 3.3% y/y from 3.5% in May, matching the consensus. This was the lowest level since Nov. 2024, as prices for electricity and gasoline rose more slowly in June. Food prices were up 7.2%, the most since March, as rice prices soared 100%. Monthly, CPI eased to 0.1%, down from 0.3% in May. Core inflation, which excludes fresh food but includes energy, fell to 3.3% from 3.7%, in line with the consensus and the lowest pace since March. Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Asian Market Wrap In Asia, stocks rose 0.4%, with TSMC reaching a new high on optimism about AI spending. MSCI's broad Asia-Pacific index (excluding Japan) rose 0.7%, reaching its highest level since late 2021, with a weekly gain of 1.5%. close Source: TradingView.com (click to enlarge) Source: TradingView.com (click to enlarge) Client Sentiment Data - DAX Index Looking at OANDA client sentiment data and market participants are short on the DAX Index with 86% of traders net-short. I prefer to take a contrarian view toward crowd sentiment and thus the fact that so many traders are short means the DAX Index could rise in the near-term. Follow Zain on Twitter/X for Additional Market News and Insights @zvawda Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

As Bitcoin (BTC) consolidates just below the $120,000 mark, concerns are mounting over whether the top cryptocurrency’s bullish momentum is fading. However, some analysts believe BTC still has room to grow, citing key on-chain indicators. Bitcoin Rally Far From Over According to a recent CryptoQuant Quicktake post by contributor Darkfost, Bitcoin’s rally is not yet over. The analyst points to the Short-Term Holder (STH) Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) indicator as evidence. For context, STH MVRV measures the profitability of Bitcoin held by short-term investors – typically those who acquired BTC within the last 155 days – by comparing the current market price to their average purchase price. When the STH MVRV is high, it suggests short-term holders are in profit and may sell. On the contrary, a low or negative MVRV indicates undervaluation and potential for further upside. Darkfost noted that during the current market cycle, unrealized profits among STH have yet to surpass the 42% threshold. Historically, every time the STH MVRV reaches around 1.35 – implying a 35% unrealized profit – it has triggered a wave of profit-taking, followed by short-term price pullbacks. As of now, the STH MVRV stands at approximately 1.15, well below the profit-taking zone. The analyst attributes this to the STH realized price exceeding $100,000 for the first time in Bitcoin’s history on July 11. At the time of writing, this realized price has risen above $102,000, providing BTC with a robust support base. To clarify, STH realized price refers to the average price at which all Bitcoin held by short-term holders was acquired. When Bitcoin’s current market price remains above this level, it reflects growing market confidence among newer investors. Darkfost added that BTC could rise another 20–25% before the STH MVRV reaches its critical level again. If this projection holds, Bitcoin could potentially hit $150,000 before the next wave of widespread profit-taking. Fresh Liquidity May Help, But Exercise Caution Bitcoin may also benefit from fresh liquidity entering the market. Fellow CryptoQuant analyst Amr Taha recently highlighted a $2 billion USDT deposit into major derivatives trading platforms, signaling potential leverage buildup. Similarly, favorable macroeconomic conditions are expected to support risk-on assets like Bitcoin. The recent weakness in the USD has fuelled optimism around capital rotating into cryptocurrencies and other high risk-reward assets. ​​However, BTC inflows to centralized exchanges have been steadily rising as well, suggesting a short-term correction could be on the horizon. At press time, BTC trades at $118,862, down 0.2% in the past 24 hours.

As the market soars with bullish momentum, crypto theft has also seen a record-breaking performance during the first half of this year. A recent report revealed that stolen funds from services so far have surpassed the numbers from previous years. Stolen Crypto Service Funds Hit $2B In 6 months On Thursday, Chainalysis shared its “2025 Crypto Crime Mid-Year Update,” revealing that digital assets theft this year has been “more devastating” than the entirety of 2024, with over $2.7 billion worth of funds stolen from crypto services so far. The report noted that, by the end of June, more value had been stolen year-to-date (YTD) than during the same period in 2022, the previous worst year on record, suggesting that theft from crypto services could potentially increase another 60% by year’s end. 2025’s YTD activity shows a significantly steeper trajectory into the end of the first half than any previous year, with an alarming velocity and consistency. 2022 required 214 days to hit the $2 billion mark in value stolen from services, while 2025 reached comparable theft volumes in 142 days. Additionally, 2025 is 17.27% worse than 2022 during the same six-month period, while 2023 and 2024 saw more moderate and steady accumulation patterns. The surge in the cumulative trend value from crypto services theft “paints a stark picture of 2025’s escalating threat environment.” According to the report, “If this trend continues, we could see 2025 end with more than $4.3 billion stolen from services alone.” However, it’s worth noting that the North Korean-linked $1.5 billion hack of Bybit accounts for most of the service losses. The massive breach, which is the largest crypto hack in history, signals a “broader pattern of North Korean cryptocurrency operations, which have become increasingly central to the regime’s sanctions evasion strategies.” Last year, known North Korean-related losses reached their highest number, with the value reaching $1.3 billion. Nonetheless, Bybit’s February hack surpassed it, making 2025 the worst year to date. Personal Wallet Attacks Surge Amid the shifting landscape, the report highlights that the surge in crypto thefts represents an immediate threat to participants. Notably, attackers are increasingly targeting individual users, as personal wallet incidents represent a growing share of total ecosystem theft. YTD, these compromises account for 23.35% of all stolen funds activities in 2025, with Bitcoin (BTC) theft accounting for a substantial share of stolen value. Chainalysis also found that the average loss from compromised personal BTC wallets has increased, suggesting a deliberate target on higher-value individual holdings. Moreover, the number of individual victims on non-Bitcoin and non-EVM chains, like Solana, is increasing. This suggests that Bitcoin holders experience larger losses in terms of value taken, despite being less likely to fall victim to targeted theft. Within the personal wallet incidents, a violent subsection has also seen a dramatic surge this year, showing a correlation with BTC price movements and suggesting opportunistic targeting during high-value periods. The forward-looking implication is that, if the value of native assets increases, the value compromised from personal wallets will also likely rise. Per the report, theft using physical violence or coercion against individuals, also known as “wrench attacks,” could potentially hit twice the number of 2021, the next highest year on record. As of this writing, Bitcoin is trading at $119,807, a 14.8% increase in the monthly timeframe.

An analyst has pointed out that the XRP Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) Ratio has just formed a crossover that proved to be highly bullish the last time it appeared. XRP MVRV Ratio Has Broken Above Its 200-Day MA In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about a crossover that has recently occurred in the MVRV Ratio of XRP. The “MVRV Ratio” is a popular on-chain indicator that keeps track of the ratio between the asset’s Market Cap and Realized Cap. The Realized Cap here refers to a capitalization model that calculates the cryptocurrency’s total value by assuming that the value of each coin in circulation is equal to the price at which it was last transacted on the blockchain. This is unlike the Market Cap, which simply takes the current spot price as the same one value for all coins. The last transfer of any token is likely to represent the last time it changed hands, so the price at its time can be denoted as its current cost basis. As such, the Realized Cap represents the sum of the cost basis of the entire circulating supply. One way to interpret the model is as a measure of the amount of capital that the investors as a whole have stored in the cryptocurrency. The Market Cap, on the other hand, signifies the value that the holders are carrying in the present. When the value of the MVRV Ratio is more than 1, it means the Market Cap is greater than the Realized Cap. In other words, the investors are holding more than they put in. On the other hand, the metric being under this threshold suggests the overall network is underwater. Now, here is the chart shared by Martinez that shows the trend in the XRP MVRV Ratio, as well as its 200-day moving average (MA), over the past year: As displayed in the above graph, the XRP MVRV Ratio has seen a sharp surge recently as the asset’s breakout has occurred. With this uptrend, the indicator has managed to break past its 200-day MA. In the chart, the analyst has highlighted the last time that the cryptocurrency’s MVRV Ratio and its 200-day MA showed this type of crossover. What followed back then was a significant bull run in which the coin managed to rise by around 630%. Given this precedence, it now remains to be seen whether the latest crossover will also prove to be a golden one for XRP. XRP Price At the time of writing, XRP is floating around $3.32, up 33% in the last seven days.

Sberbank, Russia’s largest state-owned bank, wants to officially step into crypto by offering custody services for digital assets. This comes as the country softens its stance on crypto use at home, especially as traditional financial channels get squeezed by international sanctions. The bank is hoping to take on a bigger role in storing Bitcoin and other tokens for Russian customers, instead of leaving that job to foreign players. Building a Digital Vault Sberbank has sent a detailed proposal to regulators asking for permission to act as a custodian for crypto. That means it could legally hold customer digital assets the same way it holds cash and securities. The plan outlines how Sberbank would protect client holdings, offer legal safeguards, and provide support in case of theft or criminal activity. It’s part of a push to bring crypto services under formal banking rules, with added control and accountability. Tied to Sanctions and Strategy This move lines up with Russia’s changing attitudes on crypto. Over the past year, the government has moved from skepticism to cautious acceptance. Lawmakers have already passed rules allowing crypto use in international trade. Letting a major bank like Sberbank handle crypto storage is the next step in that direction. It keeps money flows local and away from foreign jurisdictions, especially important now that outside platforms carry political and legal risks. DISCOVER: 9+ Best High-Risk, High-Reward Crypto to Buy in July2025 Filling a Gap in the System Right now, Russian investors and funds mostly rely on offshore services to store crypto, which exposes them to compliance issues and potential freezes. Gleb Zemskoy of Insight Finance says you cannot run a serious fund or crypto operation without custody services. That gap is exactly what Sberbank is aiming to close by offering an in-country solution. BitcoinPriceMarket CapBTC$2.38T24h7d30d1yAll time Perfect Timing for a Digital Ruble The custody plan comes as Russia gears up for the 2026 launch of its central bank digital currency. Sberbank’s system could act as a sandbox for regulators, helping them test infrastructure, compliance systems, and customer behavior in advance. If approved, it would also let businesses and individuals safely store crypto assets at home instead of sending them abroad. Not Just a Russian Trend Sberbank isn’t the only one jumping in. Deutsche Bank and other major players across Europe are getting ready to offer crypto custody too. The change is part of a bigger pattern where old-school banks start handling digital assets as the sector gets more regulated and integrated into mainstream finance. DISCOVER: Next 1000X Crypto: 10+ Crypto Tokens That Can Hit 1000x in 2025 What to Watch For The central bank now has to review Sberbank’s plan. If they greenlight it, it would open the door for regulated crypto services inside the country. Of course, it needs to meet strict technical and legal standards. Custody platforms are always a target for hackers, so regulators will be looking closely at Sberbank’s ability to protect customer assets. Sberbank wants to become Russia’s go-to bank for holding crypto. This is more than a tech upgrade. It’s a calculated move that fits the country’s need to localize financial tools in response to sanctions. If it works, Russian investors may soon trust the same bank that holds their rubles to also store their Bitcoin. DISCOVER: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates Key Takeaways Sberbank is seeking approval to offer crypto custody services, aiming to store digital assets like Bitcoin for Russian customers under formal banking rules. The move is tied to Russia’s broader crypto strategy as sanctions push the country to develop domestic financial tools and reduce reliance on foreign platforms. If approved, Sberbank would provide legal protections, theft support, and in-country storage for individuals and funds who currently rely on offshore services. This effort lines up with Russia’s digital ruble plans for 2026, positioning Sberbank as a testbed for secure digital infrastructure and compliance systems. Crypto custody is becoming a global trend, with traditional banks like Deutsche Bank also entering the space as digital assets gain regulatory traction. The post Russia’s Sberbank Wants to Hold Your Crypto Like a Regular Bank Account appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Canary Capital is back with another ETF proposal, this time targeting Injective. The New York-based firm has filed with the SEC to launch a fund that tracks INJ while also staking it. The idea is simple. Instead of just following Injective’s price, the ETF would also collect staking rewards along the way. Investors could earn yield automatically, with no wallets, no validators, and no crypto know-how needed. Why Injective and Why Now Injective is a fast, low-cost Layer 1 built for financial apps and DeFi trading. More importantly, it runs on proof of stake, which lets token holders earn rewards for helping secure the network. Canary plans to wrap that process into a single, regulated product that works like a traditional ETF. Source: SEC.gov For anyone familiar with staked Ethereum funds, this would follow a similar model. Investors would get exposure to INJ’s price while earning yield from staking, all in a package that’s easier to manage than doing it yourself on-chain. DISCOVER: Best New Cryptocurrencies to Invest in 2025 Altcoin ETFs Are Heating Up Until now, the ETF market has mostly focused on Bitcoin and Ethereum. But asset managers are pushing beyond the majors. Canary has already filed for funds tied to Solana, XRP, HBAR, SUI, and more. Injective stands out from that list because of its tight focus on real-world finance and DeFi, plus it already has working products and growing usage. INJPriceINJ24h7d30d1yAll time Adding staking to the mix gives the fund another edge. It turns it from a pure speculation play into something that generates passive returns. That’s a big draw for investors who want more than just price movement. Still Early, But Eyes Are on the Filing The SEC filing doesn’t include every detail yet. It’s not clear who will provide the staking services or what portion of the INJ holdings will actually be staked. But the core idea is clear enough. If approved, the fund would give buyers a way to earn staking rewards without touching crypto infrastructure. This would be the first product of its kind in the U.S., although similar funds are already live in Europe. The success of Ethereum staking ETFs could give regulators more confidence that these structures can work safely. DISCOVER: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Market Reaction and What to Expect Injective’s price grew after the filing went public, rising more than 25 percent to around $13.50. Trading volume also jumped, and the project is now getting more attention from institutional circles. Daily users are still around 71,000, and about $37 million is locked in its DeFi ecosystem, but momentum is building. Canary’s application is now in the hands of the SEC. If it goes through, it could be a major step toward broader altcoin access through traditional markets. This fund would blend crypto returns with familiar financial rails, and that’s exactly what many investors have been waiting for. DISCOVER: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates Key Takeaways Canary Capital has filed with the SEC to launch the first-ever staked Injective ETF, combining INJ price exposure with staking rewards. The ETF would give investors yield from staking Injective without needing wallets, validators, or direct blockchain interaction. Injective is gaining traction in DeFi with a proof-of-stake model and working products, making it a strong altcoin candidate for this fund. If approved, the ETF would offer a new way for U.S. investors to access altcoin staking through regulated financial products. INJ price jumped over 25 percent following the filing, signaling strong market interest in altcoin ETFs that go beyond just speculation. The post Canary Files for Staked Injective ETF as Altcoin Funds Pick Up Steam appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Ethereum’s recent price trajectory has caught the attention of traders and analysts, as the asset extends its bullish rally well into today. With the price currently hovering around $3,420, Ethereum has registered a daily gain of 7.7% and a weekly surge of more than 23%. The momentum follows a decisive breakout above the $3,000 level earlier this week, sparking renewed optimism across the derivatives and spot markets. The latest insights from the on-chain analytics platform CryptoQuant provide context for Ethereum’s price action, suggesting that activity on Binance is a major catalyst. Ethereum Short Liquidations Shift Market Dynamics CryptoQuant contributor Darkfost notes that the recent uptick coincides with a structural shift in the derivatives market, particularly around short liquidations. A deeper analysis of exchange flows and taker behavior further supports the case for sustained upward movement, with indicators suggesting that Ethereum may be positioning itself to revisit previous highs. According to Darkfost, Ethereum’s current rally follows a prolonged five-month correction phase that began in December 2024. During this period, the market experienced a flush of long positions, especially on Binance, contributing to what he describes as a necessary “cleanup” in the derivatives space. This recalibration helped reset speculative positioning and laid the groundwork for the recovery observed since late April. Now, the pattern has reversed. “Short liquidations are now dominating on Binance,” Darkfost observed, emphasizing how forced exits of bearish positions are reinforcing Ethereum’s upward price momentum. Liquidation data shows multiple short squeezes in recent weeks, with volumes reaching $32 million and $35 million, respectively. This trend suggests that many traders are positioned counter to the prevailing market movement, adding fuel to the rally as they’re forced to close out positions. Darkfost also highlighted that, if this pace of short liquidations continues, Ethereum may be poised to test its all-time high. He added that ongoing inflows into spot Ethereum ETFs and increasing adoption by institutions viewing ETH as a long-term asset could further support this potential breakout. Taker Volume on Binance Hints at Bullish Continuation In a separate post, CryptoQuant analyst Crazzyblockk pointed to taker-side activity on Binance as another critical signal. The ETH Taker Buy/Sell Ratio (7-day moving average) recently crossed the 1.00 threshold, signaling stronger buy-side pressure from market participants. This shift was accompanied by a spike in price volatility, which reached 261.5, mirroring Ethereum’s latest price surge beyond $3,434. Crazzyblockk noted that this pattern, rising buy-side taker volume aligned with surging volatility, has historically preceded extended price rallies. The divergence between taker long and short volumes further underlines dominant bullish sentiment. The analyst emphasized that tracking taker momentum on Binance may offer early signals for future market direction, as the Ethereum price appears highly responsive to activity on the platform. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Cardano price started a fresh increase from the $0.720 zone. ADA is now consolidating and might attempt a clear move above the $0.8650 zone. ADA price started a fresh increase from the $0.720 support zone. The price is trading above $0.80 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.8280 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase it clears the $0.8650 zone. Cardano Price Eyes More Gains In the past few sessions, Cardano saw a decent upward move from the $0.720 zone, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. ADA was able to recover above the $0.750 and $0.80 resistance levels. The bulls pushed the price above the $0.820 resistance. Finally, it tested the $0.8650 zone. A high was formed at $0.8643 and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.7113 swing low to the $0.8643 high. Cardano price is now trading above $0.820 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.8280 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $0.8650 zone. The first resistance is near $0.880. The next key resistance might be $0.90. If there is a close above the $0.90 resistance, the price could start a strong rally. In the stated case, the price could rise toward the $0.980 region. Any more gains might call for a move toward $1.00 in the near term. Are Downsides Limited In ADA? If Cardano’s price fails to climb above the $0.8650 resistance level, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $0.8280 level and the trend line. The next major support is near the $0.80 level. A downside break below the $0.80 level could open the doors for a test of $0.7880 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $0.7113 swing low to the $0.8643 high. The next major support is near the $0.750 level where the bulls might emerge. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ADA/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for ADA/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.8280 and $0.8000. Major Resistance Levels – $0.8650 and $0.9000.

After beating the resistance mounted at the $3,000 by bears for months now, the Ethereum price looks primed for a further breakout. Expectations currently are that the Ethereum price rally will trigger the next altcoin season and possibly lead to a push toward new all-time highs for ETH. One analyst in particular has compared this breakout to what was seen back in May 2025, something that could mean that higher levels are in store for the altcoin. Ethereum Is Mirroring Its Move From May May 2025 has remained one of the most bullish for the Ethereum price so far this year, rallying by more than 40% in a 30-day period. The price had gone from a low of around $1,770 to a high of $2,650 before retracing. But the most important thing was the trend and how the price moved before finally reaching its high. There was an initial surge, then some sideways movement, before the final upsurge to $2,600, and then the eventual top. According to crypto analyst CryptosBatman on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), the Ethereum price is once again mirroring this price movement that led to its 40% surge. The post highlights the fact that Ethereum has already seen an initial breakout and has begun to move sideways. However, this sideways move is not expected to last long and is actually part of the overall move. As the crypto analyst explained, the same triangle pattern that formed in May 2025 is now forming after the Ethereum price crossed the $3,000 range. Hence, the sideways movement is expected as investors take profit. Once the sideways accumulation is done and the triangle pattern is broken, then Ethereum is expected to begin rallying once again. The next target from here is above $3,600. Factors Driving The ETH Bullish Momentum Other than the fact that the Ethereum price has formed a similar triangle pattern to what was seen back in May, there are also notable developments in terms of accumulation that are also driving the price. For one, Spot Ethereum ETF inflows have continued to ramp up. Data from the Farside website shows that Ethereum ETFs have recorded positive net flows for almost two weeks straight now. The likes of BlackRock and Fidelity are leading the charge with tens of thousands of ETH being bought up daily. Ethereum treasury companies are now the rave of the moment as the likes of SharpLink and BitMine begin accumulating hundreds of millions of dollars in ETH. This rise in institutional adoption has become one of the major pushes for Ethereum as investors clamor for new highs.

XRP price started a fresh increase and surged above the $3.350 zone. The price is now consolidating gains and might continue to rise above the $3.60 zone. XRP price started a fresh increase above the $3.350 zone. The price is now trading above $3.40 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3.450 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $3.220 zone. XRP Price Rallies Over 15% XRP price started a fresh increase after it settled above the $3.00 level, beating Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price was able to climb above the $3.220 resistance level. The bulls remained in action and the price gained pace for a move above $3.350 barrier. Finally, the price tested the $3.650 zone. A high was formed at $3.660 and the price is now consolidating gains. There was a move below the $3.60 level but stayed above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.80 swing low to the $3.660 high. The price is now trading above $3.50 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3.450 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.620 level. The first major resistance is near the $3.660 level. A clear move above the $3.660 resistance might send the price toward the $3.750 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.80 resistance or even $3.880 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $4.00 zone. Downside Break? If XRP fails to clear the $3.660 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3.450 level and the trend line zone. The next major support is near the $3.350 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $3.350 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $3.320 support. The next major support sits near the $3.220 zone. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $3.450 and $3.350. Major Resistance Levels – $3.660 and $3.80.

Bitcoin continues to maintain upward momentum despite a recent pullback from its all-time high. Currently trading at $117,847, the asset has recorded nearly a 10% gain over the past week. The dip from peak levels, approximately a 4.1% decline, has not dampened broader investor sentiment, with several on-chain indicators suggesting renewed buying interest and reduced selling pressure. Bitcoin Whale Withdrawals Decline, While Stablecoins Flow In In a recent analysis posted to CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform, analyst Amr Taha shared insights pointing to a strategic change in behavior among key Bitcoin holders and investors. The report, titled “Stablecoin Flood and Whale Retreat: Binance Moves Foreshadow Risk-On Sentiment”, outlined significant trends in whale activity and stablecoin flows that may support continued bullish momentum in the near term. Taha’s research highlighted a steep reduction in whale-level Bitcoin deposits on Binance. Over the past 30 days, these deposits have dropped from $6.75 billion to $4.5 billion, a $2.25 billion decline. Historically, large deposits from whales to centralized exchanges often signal an intention to sell, so the recent drop may imply a reduction in immediate sell-side pressure. This could stabilize Bitcoin’s price in the short term, especially if whales continue to hold or move assets to cold storage instead of preparing them for sale. At the same time, stablecoin flows have increased dramatically across major exchanges. On July 16, Binance and HTX saw combined stablecoin inflows exceeding $1.7 billion. Taha interpreted this as an indication that large entities, possibly institutions or whales, are preparing to accumulate digital assets. Large stablecoin deposits often precede significant buying activity, suggesting that the market could be gearing up for another leg higher, particularly if paired with reduced sell-side movements. Macroeconomic Developments and Miner Sentiment Add Context This on-chain activity is unfolding amid broader economic and political developments. Taha’s report also pointed to speculation around President Donald Trump’s comments during a private meeting, in which he reportedly considered replacing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Though later denied, the remark sparked reactions in traditional markets, including a weaker dollar and rising bond yields. These shifts signaled a rotation into risk assets, potentially benefiting crypto markets as investors reallocate capital in anticipation of a more accommodative monetary stance. Separately, CryptoQuant analyst Arab Chain analyzed Bitcoin’s miner profitability using the Puell Multiple indicator. The data shows that while miners are currently making solid profits, the level has not reached historical peaks seen during prior market tops. In the 2017 and 2021 cycles, extreme miner profitability (indicated by Puell readings exceeding 2.0–3.0) often preceded sharp price corrections. At current levels, Arab Chain believes the market is not in a euphoric state, reducing the likelihood of imminent volatility due to miner-driven selloffs. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Key takeaways Nikkei 225 rallies 34% from April lows to June highs, driven partly by post-tariff optimism despite Japan being targeted by US trade measures.Nikkei 225 outperforms globally, gaining 28% since 7 April, trailing only South Korea’s KOSPI and ahead of the Hang Seng and S&P 500.Rising 30-year JGB yields (+45 bps) spark a -4.2% Nikkei 225 pullback due to fiscal concerns ahead of Japan’s 20 July election.Strong economic & earnings data: Citigroup Surprise Index and Earnings Revisions Index support bullish fundamentals for Japanese stocks.Bullish technical breakout from flag pattern signals potential for Nikkei 225 to challenge resistance at 40,620 and 42,500/890. close Fig 5: Japan 225 CFD Index medium-term & major trends as of 18 Jul 2025 (Source: TradingView, click to enlarge chart) Fig 5: Japan 225 CFD Index medium-term & major trends as of 18 Jul 2025 (Source: TradingView, click to enlarge chart) A steepening of the JGB yield curves (30-year minus 2-year and 10-year minus 2-year) coupled with supportive fundamentals, as highlighted earlier, is likely to create another tailwind for the Nikkei 225. The major bullish breakout (steepening conditions) of the JGB yield curves since June 2022 has a direct correlation with the movements of the Nikkei 225, and the major uptrend phases of the JGB yield curves remain intact so far, in turn, may trigger a positive feedback loop into the Nikkei 225 (see Fig 4) In addition, the daily time frame technical chart of the Japan 225 CFD Index has staged a bullish breakout from a bullish continuation flag configuration on Thursday, 17 July, after a retest on its rising 20-day moving average on Monday, 14 July (see Fig 5). These observations suggest that a medium-term uptrend phase is evolving in the Japan 225 CFD Index. Watch the 39,190/38,730 key medium-term pivotal support zone for the start of a potential fresh impulsive up move sequence for the next medium-term resistances to come in at 40,620 and 42,500/890 (current all-time high and Fibonacci extension). However, failure to hold at 38,739 invalidates the bullish scenario to kickstart a medium-term corrective decline sequence to expose the next medium-term support at 36,610. Opinions are the authors'; not necessarily that of OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, officers or directors. The provided publication is for informational and educational purposes only. If you would like to reproduce or redistribute any of the content found on MarketPulse, an award winning forex, commodities and global indices analysis and news site service produced by OANDA Business Information & Services, Inc., please refer to the MarketPulse Terms of Use. Visit https://www.marketpulse.com/ to find out more about the beat of the global markets. © {CURRENT_YEAR} OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $3,500 zone. ETH is now showing bullish signs and might continue to rise toward the $3,800 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,350 level. The price is trading near $3,500 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3,490 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,350 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Rises Further Above $3,500 Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $3,220 zone, outperforming Bitcoin. ETH price gained pace for a move above the $3,350 resistance zone to remain in a positive zone. The bulls even pumped the price above $3,500. Finally, it tested the $3,620 zone. A high was formed at $3,627 and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,935 swing low to the $3,627 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $3,500 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a key bullish trend line forming with support at $3,500 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,630 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,650 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,720 level. A clear move above the $3,720 resistance might send the price toward the $3,800 resistance. An upside break above the $3,800 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,880 resistance zone or even $4,000 in the near term. Are Downsides Limited In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,630 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,550 level. The first major support sits near the $3,500 zone and the trend line. A clear move below the $3,500 support might push the price toward the $3,420 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,350 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,220. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $3,500 Major Resistance Level – $3,650

Bitcoin has been on a tear lately. Prices jumped past $123,000 this week. Now, new figures show that fresh money is flowing into the market again. That’s a sharp change after months of muted retail interest. Fresh Capital Flooding In According to on‑chain data from Glassnode, first‑time buyers picked up an extra 140,000 BTC over the past two weeks. Their holdings climbed from 4.77 million to nearly 5  million BTC—a 2.86% rise. That influx of fresh coins helped push Bitcoin past its latest high. It also shows that new investors are gaining confidence in the world’s biggest cryptocurrency. Short‑Term Holders Hit A New Cost Base Newer players aren’t the only ones getting active. Based on reports, entities that bought Bitcoin within the last six months now sit on a cost basis above $100,000 for the first time. They’ve held on through price swings and have not yet sold at a loss. That suggests many expect the rally to continue. At the same time, holding on tight could create pressure if prices dip below their average buy‑in point. Dip Buyers Act Fast Glassnode’s cost‑basis heatmap revealed that buyers moved quickly when Bitcoin dipped below $116,000 earlier this week. About 196,600 BTC changed hands between $116,000 and $118,000. That buying spree added over $23  million in value near what looks like a local top. It’s a sign of strong resolve from those backing the market at lower levels. Altcoin Chat Outpaces Bitcoin Searches While whales and newer buyers are busy, the crowd on Google seems less thrilled. Search activity for “Bitcoin” ticked up modestly in the last fortnight, but it’s well below the highs seen when BTC first broke $100,000 this year. At the same time, data from Santiment indicate chatter has shifted toward altcoins. With Ethereum grabbing the spotlight, many retail investors appear more excited by tokens promising bigger short‑term moves. Retail Interest Remains Muted Despite soaring prices, everyday investors haven’t jumped back in en masse. Based on reports, the broad public’s FOMO hasn’t shown up in a big way yet. That lack of widespread buzz could limit how far and how fast Bitcoin goes from here. In past rallies, it was the flood of curiosity from casual buyers that turned spikes into parabolic runs. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

Bitcoin price is attempting a fresh increase above $120,000. BTC is now consolidating and might attempt a steady move toward the $125,000 zone. Bitcoin started a fresh increase from the $115,800 zone. The price is trading above $119,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $119,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $120,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Eyes Fresh Upward Move Bitcoin price started a correction from the new high at $123,200. BTC dipped below the $120,000 level and tested the $115,500 zone. A low was formed at $115,730 and the price is now attempting a fresh increase. The bulls were above to push the price above the $118,000 and $118,500 resistance levels. There was a move above the 50% Fib retracement level of the move from the $123,140 swing high to the $115,730 low. Besides, there was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $119,000 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. Bitcoin is now trading above $119,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $120,200 level. The first key resistance is near the $121,400 level. It is close to the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the move from the $123,140 swing high to the $115,730 low. The next resistance could be $123,150. A close above the $123,150 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $124,200 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $125,000 level. The main target could be $126,200. Another Decline In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $121,400 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $119,000 level and the 100 hourly SMA. The first major support is near the $117,500 level. The next support is now near the $115,500 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $113,500 support in the near term. The main support sits at $110,500, below which BTC might continue to move down. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $117,500, followed by $115,500. Major Resistance Levels – $121,400 and $123,150.

Daniel Yan, the founder and CIO of Kryptanium Capital, a managing partner at Matrixport Ventures, and previously an executive at Bitmain and Merrill Lynch, writes today via X: “Everyone is comparing SBET to MSTR and thus concludes super-bullishly for both ETH and SBET. Together with the ETF massive flow, the logic seems impeccable… I think SBET differs massively from MSTR on two fronts… All the above point to a maximization of short-term interest.” The comparison of SharpLink Gaming (SBET) to MicroStrategy (MSTR) has become a fixture of crypto-equity chatter as Ether rallies to 16-month highs on the back of record US spot-ETF inflows. But in a post published this morning, venture investor Daniel Yan argues that the two “proxy” trades share less DNA than the market assumes. SBET Isn’t MicroStrategy—What It Means For Ethereum Price SharpLink’s metamorphosis from an i-gaming software vendor into the world’s largest corporate Ether holder has been dizzyingly fast. Since the firm announced its treasury pivot on 2 June, it has amassed 280,706 ETH (≈ $925 million) and staked nearly all of it, earning 415 ETH in rewards. To fund the spree, SharpLink sold 24.6 million shares for $413 million via an at-the-market (ATM) facility between 7 and 11 July. The company still has $257 million of authorised capital it has yet to commit to the market. Management insists dilution is offset by growing “ETH Concentration” (ETH ÷ 1,000 assumed diluted shares), which has risen from 2.00 to 2.46 ETH in just five weeks. Nevertheless, Yan warns that the very mechanism powering SharpLink’s accumulation—constant equity issuance—is also a pressure point: “This method creates a massive dilution effect on the ETH-per-share metric, which makes SBET price more vulnerable to negative shocks.” MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin strategy is held together by cheap, long-dated leverage. Since mid-2020 the firm has floated $8.2 billion of convertible notes—all funnelled into BTC—and only secondarily tapped its own ATM shelf. Because converts embed an equity option, they dilute only if MSTR’s share price leaps, effectively synchronising new issuance with bullish sentiment. Yan calls this a “flywheel” that SBET lacks. Indeed, five of MicroStrategy’s six convert issues are already deep in the money as MSTR flirts with all-time highs, turning the debt into quasi-equity on highly favourable terms. By contrast, SharpLink relies almost exclusively on equity sales; every fresh tranche increases the denominator immediately, regardless of where SBET trades. Yan also highlights governance asymmetry: SharpLink was recapitalised by “one of the largest consortium of ETH holders,” whose own SBET shares unlock in roughly five months. He frames the arrangement as a “multi-party prisoner’s dilemma,” implying insiders may be incentivised to monetise quickly rather than steward a decades-long treasury strategy. No comparable unlocking event hangs over MicroStrategy, whose executive chairman Michael Saylor owns the bulk of the voting stock and has repeatedly pledged never to sell. Yan’s comments land just as Ether ETFs smash records. US spot funds absorbed $726.6 million in net inflows on Wednesday, their best day since launch, lifting cumulative holdings above 5 million ETH. Bulls argue that such flows will continue to buoy both Ether and any equity that warehouses it. Even Yan concedes “there is merit in this for the short term.” But his analysis underscores that the path-dependency of SharpLink’s model—equity issuance first, crypto purchases later—carries different risks from MicroStrategy’s debt-driven lever. The key divergence is simple: MicroStrategy’s converts dilute only if the bet is already winning; SharpLink’s ATM dilutes so the bet can be placed. Yan is not forecasting an imminent crash—he explicitly disavows any short position in Ether—but he urges investors caught up in “the euphoric period” to scrutinise capital-structure mechanics. If SharpLink’s insiders do treat the company as a short-term vehicle and ETF momentum cools, the ATM-powered “flywheel” could spin the opposite way: more shares, lower ETH-per-share, weaker SBET. Conversely, if Ether keeps climbing and the firm times its issuance astutely, shareholders could still enjoy MicroStrategy-style convexity. The difference, as Yan makes clear, is that SharpLink’s leverage is worn on the cap table, not tucked inside a convertible note. At press time, ETH traded at $3,412.

A bill moving through Congress could reshape how big companies sell their shares. Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts warned that the CLARITY Act might let firms dodge long‑standing rules. Based on reports, the measure would shift certain tokens onto a “mature” blockchain and hand oversight to the CFTC instead of the SEC. Warren Warns Of A Regulatory Loophole According to Warren, the bill’s text would let any company listed on the NYSE put its stock on a qualifying blockchain. At that point, companies could escape SEC registration. She said that could “blow up the value of the NYSE” by cutting out investor protections. Under the draft, token sales using a functional chain still count as fundraising, but tokenized shares may slip free of SEC checks. Companies could raise money without filing the same forms. They would not need to share audited reports or follow proxy rules. Retail investors might face hidden risks if their favorite blue‑chip stock suddenly shifts on‑chain. Crypto Week Sees Multiple Bills This week in Washington is packed. The House Agriculture Committee and the House Financial Services Committee both cleared the CLARITY Act. It now heads toward the Senate, where approval is not guaranteed. (Update – On Wednesday, the GOP-led US House navigated crucial procedural checkpoints for crypto reform, just a day after President Donald Trump stepped in to keep the effort alive—clearing the path for America’s inaugural federal digital-asset statute. Those approvals came on the heels of more than nine hours of behind‑closed‑doors negotiations, as party leaders courted skeptics uneasy about the bill’s design.) US President Donald Trump said he expects these bills to land on his desk after Senate votes. Representative Andy Harris noted that the House Freedom Caucus plans to meet soon to add CBDC language into the CLARITY draft. Large parts of the market are watching closely. Token classification under one agency or another could shift billions in trading volume overnight. Industry Voices Split On Regulation Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse pointed out that over 55 million US citizens now use crypto. He cited a $3.4 trillion market cap and urged a clear framework to secure the industry’s future. On the other side, Americans for Financial Reform warned that the bill would curb the SEC’s powers to guard retail investors. They said it is more deregulatory than FIT21 from 2024, raising risks of scams and theft. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has said token rules should not remove securities‑law coverage where it belongs. Representatives Maxine Waters and Angie Craig also voiced concerns that the legislation favors big crypto players over everyday investors. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

📈🇺🇸 Bitcoin abandona ciclos de 4 anos? Relatórios recentes da K33 Research sugerem que os tradicionais ciclos de 4 anos do Bitcoin — marcados por fortes altas seguidas de correções profundas — podem estar chegando ao fim. Essa análise contraria uma das teses mais consolidadas entre os investidores e analistas de criptoativos desde 2012. 🧠 Principais Razões Apontadas pela K33: Maturação do BTC como Classe de Ativo: O Bitcoin vem ganhando status institucional, sendo reconhecido não apenas como reserva de valor, mas também como instrumento estratégico de proteção frente à fragilidade do sistema monetário global. Adoção Crescente por Institucionais, Corporações e Governos: Grandes players financeiros, fundos soberanos e empresas listadas vêm adicionando BTC às suas reservas, diminuindo a volatilidade extrema e suavizando os ciclos especulativos anteriores. 💬 Michael Saylor corrobora a tese: O CEO da MicroStrategy, Michael Saylor, reforça que as chamadas criptoinvernos podem ser coisa do passado. Segundo ele: A regulamentação vem se tornando cada vez mais favorável nos EUA e em outros países; O apoio do governo americano tem sido explícito, com sinais crescentes de aceitação institucional e infraestrutura legal para o BTC; O resultado é uma nova era de adoção e estabilidade, sustentada por fluxos institucionais contínuos. 🔍 O que esperar no mercado? ✅ Impacto de Curto Prazo: A expectativa de que não haverá mais ciclos de forte correção pode atrair novos entrantes de longo prazo, especialmente investidores institucionais que até então temiam a volatilidade histórica do BTC. O BTC pode começar a se comportar mais como um ativo macro, reagindo a juros, liquidez global, inflação e políticas fiscais — e menos à narrativa interna de halving ou ciclos cripto. 🧭 Impacto de Longo Prazo: Valuation mais estável: o BTC tende a passar por menos "booms e crashes" e mais movimentos direcionais graduais. Adoção regulada: com os EUA liderando mudanças regulatórias pró-BTC, o ativo pode ganhar o mesmo status de reservas alternativas como o ouro (XAU/USD), sobretudo em momentos de tensão geopolítica ou fiscal. 📊 Cenário Atual: BTC/USD opera em US$ 119.820, após testar zonas técnicas de suporte. O sentimento de mercado permanece dividido entre o "fear" tradicional e o novo "risk-on" institucional. Investidores seguem atentos à política monetária dos EUA, adoção fiscal de BTC e eventuais novos ETFs. 📌 Resumo Final — Análise do Analista Igor Pereira (ExpertFX School):

In 2025, the conversation around Bitcoin compared to traditional investments such as gold, stocks, bonds, and real estate has become more nuanced as digital assets mature and global economic conditions evolve. Bitcoin is now seen by many investors as a legitimate alternative asset class with unique advantages including decentralization, limited supply, and resistance to inflationary monetary policies. Its appeal has grown among younger investors and institutions seeking portfolio diversification outside of government-controlled financial systems. While its price remains volatile compared to traditional assets, Bitcoin’s potential for high returns continues to attract those willing to endure market swings in exchange for long term upside. In contrast, traditional investments like equities and fixed income securities offer more stability, predictable returns, and regulatory oversight, which make them preferred by conservative investors or those with lower risk tolerance. Real estate continues to be a reliable income producing asset, particularly in regions with population growth and limited housing supply, but it requires high capital input and ongoing management. Bonds remain relevant for those seeking capital preservation and steady income, but yields have struggled to keep pace with inflation in recent years. In this landscape, Bitcoin stands out as a speculative yet potentially rewarding play on future financial decentralization and technological innovation. Investors in 2025 are increasingly blending the two worlds, using Bitcoin as a small but strategic part of a diversified portfolio while relying on traditional investments for income, stability, and risk mitigation. The decision between Bitcoin and traditional assets depends largely on the investor’s time horizon, risk appetite, and belief in the future of digital finance. In 2025, the debate between investing in Bitcoin versus gold continues to heat up, but for seasoned investors seeking long term security and wealth preservation, gold remains the more trusted and time-tested asset. Unlike Bitcoin, which is highly speculative and subject to extreme price volatility driven by market sentiment and regulatory news, gold has a proven track record of maintaining value through centuries of economic cycles, wars, recessions, and inflationary periods. Gold is a physical, tangible asset that cannot be hacked, erased, or made obsolete by technological changes, and it is recognized globally as a store of value across all cultures and financial systems. Bitcoin, on the other hand, still faces critical vulnerabilities including dependence on digital infrastructure, susceptibility to cyber threats, and uncertainty surrounding future government regulation and taxation. Additionally, Bitcoin transactions rely heavily on the continued operation of exchanges and digital wallets, many of which have already faced issues with security breaches, withdrawal freezes, and liquidity constraints. Investors who entered the crypto market at its peaks have experienced massive losses in past cycles, highlighting its unreliability as a wealth preservation tool. In contrast, gold is free from the risks tied to software updates, internet access, or speculative bubbles. It offers portfolio stability and serves as a reliable hedge against inflation, market crashes, and currency devaluation. In an uncertain global economy, gold provides peace of mind and intrinsic value that Bitcoin simply cannot replicate. For those focused on financial safety and long term resilience, gold continues to be the smarter and more dependable investment choice in 2025. Your investment portfolio should be diverse to ensure stability, but does Bitcoin have a place on your balance sheet? Let’s look at the world’s most popular cryptocurrency versus traditional investments It’s been awhile since the investment world truly had a revolutionary player. After all, the NYSE was founded more than 200 years ago, today’s highest volume stock (General Electric) came to be in the late 1800s, and even the more volatile Forex markets will celebrate their 20th anniversary soon. So compared to most traditional investment vehicles, Bitcoin is an absolute newcomer to the market. Founded in the late 2000s, Bitcoin’s open source code was released into the world in January of 2009 – and not a whole lot happened in the three years following the release. Then, Bitcoin began to see some traction, and trading volume figures have ballooned over the past five years to unprecedented levels. So Bitcoin is growing, it is gaining in popularity, and it is certainly gaining in value. So the real question becomes, how does Bitcoin compare to traditional investments? Let’s take a look. To establish the comparison, let’s present the key pros and cons of Bitcoin. First, high returns are possible due to the volatile nature of this specific cryptocurrency. Risk levels tend to be high, too, as there is no governing body overseeing the trading and valuation of Bitcoin. And, there is nothing to back up the value of Bitcoin except for general consumer confidence and interest in the product. Anonymous investors will like the fact that, for the most part, you don’t have to associate yourself with your Bitcoin account – you can trade using a pseudonym. It can also cost very little to purchase Bitcoin, but liquidity can be a concern if you need cash quickly. Now, let’s look at some other investments in comparison to Bitcoin. Precious Metals: This category offers a unique counterpoint to Bitcoin, because it is an investment vehicle that offers something truly tangible to back up the investment. Gold, silver, platinum and other precious metals have shown bullish growth over the past several decades, with far fewer abrupt market corrections than investors lived through with the stock market. Gold and other precious metals will deliver low to medium returns, but offer basement-level risk, easy liquidity (gold is a universal item of value around the world) and a low buy-in entry point. Gold has long been considered as the perfect hedge against market instability, political turmoil and global conflict. Bonds: Bonds are one of the safest investments available, posing less risk to the cautious investor. They’re easy to obtain and entry costs are as little as a few hundred dollars, but the returns are historically about as low as they’ve ever been. There is no anonymity with bonds, but they are pretty easy to liquidate. It isn’t a bad idea to balance your portfolio with bonds, but don’t expect them to account for any serious gains, even over many years. Stocks: There is no way to predict the performance of a specific stock, though the market has done pretty well throughout history – especially if you’re willing to hold your positions for a long time. Most mature stocks will deliver single digit returns each year, at best, with some startups or specific industries posing the upside of bigger gains tempered by much higher stakes. There is no anonymity with stocks, but they often require less money to purchase (with exceptions, of course) and liquidity is quite high – especially for mid-large cap stocks. Cash/Savings Accounts: When only inflation or deflation and a small percentage of interest is your profit driver, you know you’re talking about a safe, yet very low performing, investment account. This category includes vehicles like money market accounts, certificates of deposit, and savings accounts. Even a savings account driving 0.50% interest each year won’t outpace historic inflation levels. The good news? Many of these accounts are FDIC-insured, won’t lose value, and are completely liquid. You might see an interest penalty if you withdraw funds from a specific-term CD, but you’ll always have access to your money. The verdict Cash accounts (money market, CDs) are the safest bet because they’re generally federally-insured. The downside is they make almost no money. Gold offers the only real tangible representation of value. Bitcoin is unproven and volatile, and represents significant risk on the part of the investor, and bonds are very low risk but equally as low in terms of reward. The only investment option that offers historically proven returns, tempered risk, global appeal, demand and value, and good liquidity is precious metals – specifically gold. For more information on gold IRAs and other precious metals-based investment vehicles, contact American Bullion today! 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A powerful message has emerged from a recent episode of the Good Evening Crypto YouTube show that urged XRP holders to rethink their exit strategy ahead of what may be one of the most pivotal crypto cycles yet. Host Abdullah Nassif “Abs” issued a strong caution against selling XRP by pointing to a combination of regulatory progress and tokenization of real-world assets as signs that the current cycle may just be getting started for the XRP price. The One Rule XRP Holders Must Remember Abs amplified a sentiment shared by a speaker who stressed that XRP holders should not sell, especially not during the coming price spikes. “Hold a minimum of 10,000 units in a cold storage,” the speaker said. “Selling is the worst possible thing you can do to an XRP. If you sell your XRP when the price bumps, you’re going to cause a problem.” This advice is based on the outlook that XRP is set to benefit from the coming wave of real-world asset tokenization. Abs argued that trillions of dollars are on the verge of flowing into blockchain ecosystems through tokenized assets, with the XRP Ledger expected to capture a significant portion of that activity. “From just a few billion today, tokenization is forecasted to grow to $19 trillion by 2030,” he said. That growth, coupled with XRP’s central role in facilitating this future, means current holders are sitting on what could become generational wealth if they resist the urge to exit too soon. Throughout the episode, the host and his co-host, “Johnny Crypto,” outlined a series of catalysts they believe will push the XRP price into a new era. Among them is the “Big Beautiful Bill,” a $1.6 trillion economic stimulus package that could flood markets with liquidity. According to Abs, this money will drive regular investors into risk-on assets like XRP. He also touched on legal developments, noting the SEC may be nearing a decision to drop its appeal in the ongoing Ripple case. Another positive catalyst is the possible approval of 19 different XRP ETFs that are set to launch around October 18. According to him, when XRP starts registering daily closings above $3.25, the price chart is going to move in ways never seen before. As such, there’s also the possibility of XRP reaching the double-digit threshold above $10 in 2025. Still, XRP investors should not make the mistake of selling. The Case For Holding Long-Term Interestingly, co-host Johnny Crypto also noted that the most positive catalyst of all is if Fed Chair Jed Powell gets booted and a new Fed Chair comes in that lowers interest rates. “That means all bets are on for risk-on assets, and crypto will probably be the number one beneficiary,” he said. Johnny Crypto also added a personal layer to the discussion by sharing a painful lesson from his past. In 1997, he sold a large amount of Amazon stock he owned far too early, a decision that cost him $52 million in missed gains. This time, he said, the strategy is different. Although he might sell about 30% of his holdings, selling the entire stash is not an option. He mentioned that he’s considering placing his XRP in a trust or even borrowing against it to maintain long-term exposure. Johnny also issued a broader warning, noting that banks may attempt to take control of crypto assets like XRP from retail holders in the near future. “We’re not that far away,” he said. “Probably in the next one year, we’ll hear about banks costing crypto.” At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $3.26.

The Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) announced Thursday the addition of a full-scale laser sorter to the services it offers to the mining industry at its Saskatoon-based facility. SRC is Canada’s second largest research and technology organization with 1,400 clients in 16 countries. SRC’s Minerals Liberation Sorting Centre is the only third-party, independent testing centre to offer bench-to-pilot scale testing and offers front-to-back solutions for mining industry clients in early exploration, later stage exploration, established mining, and post-mining stages, it said. The sorting centre now offers full production-scale sensor-based sorting services via X-ray transmission and laser testing services that the SRC said no other independent testing centre in the world can. “With the recent addition of a full-scale laser sorting unit, SRC will further strengthen its capability to run real-world scenario testing and deliver efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable sorting solutions to the mining industry in Saskatchewan and beyond,” Minister of Trade and Export Development Warren Kaeding said in a news release. Sensor-based sorting technologies are widely used in sectors such as recycling and food production, but in the mining industry specifically, it is changing how companies evaluate mine design and economics, SRC said. Using sensor-based sorting, a mining company can generate waste streams earlier in the process based on mineralogical differences detected by sensors, SRC said, adding that by removing waste early, particle ore sorting can increase feed grade to the mill, minimize operational footprints, reduce water and energy usage, and lower operating costs. SRC’s three-stage testing regime assists in selecting the most appropriate sensor-based sorting technology, progressing from mineral characterization to targeting and modelling and then to pilot-scale testing. Using this method, SRC said it has implemented sensor-based sorting solutions for various commodities, leading to significant improvements in efficiency and cost savings. “We can test all major sorting technologies on the market and have developed custom-made, sensor-based solutions for various applications,” SRC CEO Mike Crabtree said. “Our interdisciplinary team, comprising geologists, mineralogists, and engineers, ensures a complete approach to sensor-based sorting technology integration, making it a reliable partner for mining companies looking to adopt these advanced sorting solutions.” More information is here.

Yesterday’s inflows into US Ethereum spot ETFs hit a new high, and the market took notice. Ether’s price jumped sharply as big and small funds alike funneled fresh money into these products. Record Inflows Break Previous Highs According to latest data, US Ethereum spot ETFs saw a single‑day inflow of $727 million yesterday. That smashes the prior record of $428 million set on December 5. The nine funds tracked have now attracted new money every day for eight straight sessions before this surge. Based on reports, this eight‑day streak set the stage for what became the biggest one‑day haul in the ETFs’ history. Big Names Lead The Charge BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) drew nearly $500 illion on Wednesday, pushing its total net inflow to $7.11 billion since launch. The Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH) wasn’t far behind, adding $113 million and lifting its cumulative haul to almost $2 billion. Other vehicles chipped in too: Grayscale’s Ethereum Trust (ETHE) hauled in $54 million, the Grayscale Mini Trust added $33 million, and Bitwise’s ETHW ETF contributed $14.5 million. Based on those figures, it’s clear that both institutions and everyday investors are jumping on board across multiple brands. ETF Leaders Dominate New Money Nate Geraci, president of ETF Stores, noted on social media that these ETFs have gathered close to $2 billion over the past five trading days. That pace of inflows shows the growing comfort level big players have with owning Ether through a familiar wrapper. Retail investors often follow institutional moves, so these numbers could spark even more demand. Ethereum Price Climbs Higher Ether’s price has climbed 9% in the last 24 hours, trading at $3,430 at the time of writing. According to market data, that level hasn’t been seen since January 31, when Ether last topped $3,370 before plunging below $1,500. The sharp rise underlines how sensitive Ether’s price can be to big capital flows into spot ETFs. Price Reaction Fuels Optimism Some analysts are now eyeing $4,000 as the next milestone for Ether. The altcoin’s renewed momentum could lift other altcoins too. If top‑10 tokens follow Ether’s lead, the broader crypto market may ride this wave higher. Strong inflows alone won’t guarantee sustained gains. Big inflows can reverse quickly if sentiment shifts or if traders chase profits too aggressively. But for now, the scene is bullish. If inflows keep rolling in and the price holds above $3,300, the push toward $4,000 might not be far off. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

President Donald Trump is reportedly poised to open the $9 trillion retirement market to a range of alternative investments, including crypto, gold, and private equity. According to the Financial Times, this initiative is expected to be formalized through an executive order as early as this week. It seeks to diversify the investment options available within 401(k) plans, which have traditionally been limited to stocks and bonds. Crypto In Retirement Savings Trump’s forthcoming executive order will direct regulatory agencies to explore the necessary adjustments to facilitate the inclusion of these alternative asset classes in professionally managed retirement funds. According to insiders familiar with the plan, this shift aims to enable American workers to invest their retirement savings in a broader spectrum of opportunities, including digital assets, metals, and funds that focus on private loans and corporate takeovers. This executive order marks a significant acceleration in Trump’s efforts to mainstream cryptocurrency investments. His administration has already taken steps to ease regulatory burdens, notably by reversing a Biden-era policy that discouraged the inclusion of crypto options in retirement accounts. The recent passage of three crypto-related bills by the House, which Trump has vocally supported, further underscores his commitment to bolster the digital asset industry. Higher Fees And Transparency Concerns The implications of opening the retirement market to private equity are vast. Major capital groups, including Blackstone, Apollo, and BlackRock, have expressed keen interest in gaining access to 401(k) funds, which they view as a potential source of hundreds of billions in new assets. However, the push to integrate less liquid private investments into retirement plans carries inherent risks. Higher fees and reduced transparency regarding asset valuations may pose challenges for plan administrators and investors alike. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com