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Jack Mallers, founder and CEO of Strike, ignited fresh debate over Washington’s still-undisclosed Bitcoin balance on Wednesday night, arguing that the US government is withholding the numbers because its position is “too small to lead” the digital-asset economy. “The US won’t disclose their BTC holdings. Why? Because they realized they don’t own enough,” Mallers posted on X, adding that the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) race is “far from over” and “I expect this to heat up.” US Bitcoin Silence Hints At Bigger Problem In a video attached to the post, the 30-year-old entrepreneur expanded on the point. He praised the administration’s decision in March to create an SBR but said the follow-through has fallen short: “The US government has kind of let us down in not giving us the full audit of how much Bitcoin the US government owns. … Clearly that information is sensitive or else they would disclose it. … I think that the US government is ashamed of its Bitcoin position.” President Donald Trump’s Executive Order 14233 on 6 March formally established the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve alongside a broader Digital Asset Stockpile, framing Bitcoin as a “unique store of value in the global financial system.” A follow-up White House fact sheet stressed the goal of “positioning the United States as a leader among nations in government digital-asset strategy.” Yet when the administration unveiled its 163-page digital-assets strategy on 30 July, the document offered only a fleeting reference to the SBR and no hard figures. Robert “Bo” Hines—executive director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets—noted, “I can’t discuss that right now … There are several reasons we’re not disclosing that at this time.” Over the past months, Hines’ tone was not apologetic. “We want as much Bitcoin as we can possibly get, and we’re going to continue to work on that,” he said in a separate interview, describing Bitcoin as “digital gold”. For years analysts believed the US government controlled well over 200,000 BTC thanks to Silk Road, Bitfinex-hack and other forfeitures. But a Freedom of Information Act response released in mid-July showed the US Marshals Service holding just 28,988 BTC—about $3.3 billion at today’s prices—rekindling speculation that earlier administrations quietly liquidated a large share of the trove. Separate on-chain data confirm that federal wallets sent 30,175 BTC to Coinbase Prime as early as April 2024, with additional transfers worth $1.9 billion following in December 2024. Mallers seized on those numbers. “I think the Democrats sold off a bunch of that Bitcoin, and they don’t want to announce anything until they can build the position back,” he said, calling the audit delay “a branding problem” for a country that bills itself as the future Bitcoin super-power. Market Backdrop Bitcoin is trading above $114,000 after peaking at $123,000 last week, up more than 100 percent year-on-year. The float is already constrained: roughly 92 percent of all coins are mined, and large swaths sit in dormant or long-term-holder wallets. Should the Treasury accelerate SBR purchases—as Mallers predicts—the incremental buy-side pressure could tighten supply further. From Mallers’ vantage point, the political embarrassment he describes is ultimately price-positive: “If the US wants to plant its flag as the crypto capital, it has no choice but to accumulate. That’s the bullish takeaway. We’re talking about a buyer with the deepest pockets on Earth.” Whether Congress will backstop those purchases is another matter. Senator Cynthia Lummis has re-introduced a bill directing the Treasury to acquire up to one million BTC over five years, but appropriations committees have yet to schedule hearings. At press time, BTC traded at $114,572.

After the bearish price action that began over the last weekend, Bitcoin has left some unfilled gaps open that could point to where the price is headed next. With two Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) yet to be filled, according to crypto analyst TehThomas, investors should expect a wave of uncertain movement in either direction. This is because Bitcoin needs to clear multiple liquidity levels before it is finally in a position to make a clean breakout. The Two FVGs Holding The Bitcoin Price Down In the analysis, Thomas explains that Bitcoin has created fair value gaps both above and below the current support level. The first of these lies above $117,000 and is expected to be the first to be filled. This position holds a lot of liquidity, and it is likely that this upper imbalance will be targeted first. Such a move would trigger stop losses and trap late longs who are tricked into buying the breakout. However, this Bitcoin breakout is not expected to last for long since only one FVG will have been filled at this level. The next FVG is way below the recent lows recorded at the start of August, sitting just above $111,000. The crypto analyst expects that a retracement from the breakout will push it back down to this level. This decline is, in itself, bullish as it will fill the imbalance at a point where there is a lot of demand. Just like the sweep upward above $117,000, the retracement to $111,000 is expected to clear internal liquidity. This will provide a clean slate from the compressing structure that the Bitcoin price has been trading within and could be the start of the next major move upward. What’s Next After Internal Liquidity Is Cleared? Once this move is in motion, the analyst points to the descending trendline as the next important formation on the Bitcoin price chart. For the price to continue upward, Thomas explains that Bitcoin would have to react from the upper imbalance of the trendline before falling back lower. This is the level that would determine confirmation for the next move. With internal liquidity also completely cleared at the end of the trend, Bitcoin is expected to have a “clean position to rally.” Targets would be the liquidity build-up at the previous wicks and area of rejection, which pushes all the way up toward $120,000. “This would complete the full cycle of imbalance fill, liquidity grab, and directional expansion,” Thomas said. However, he also added that “Price is unlikely to sustain a move higher until both zones have been addressed.”

Solana started a fresh increase from the $162 zone. SOL price is now consolidating gains and might aim for more gains above the $172 zone. SOL price started a fresh upward move above the $165 and $166 levels against the US Dollar. The price is now trading above $165 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $168 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it clears the $172 resistance zone. Solana Price Eyes Upside Break Solana price started a decent increase after it found support near the $162 zone, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. SOL climbed above the $165 level to enter a short-term positive zone. The price even smashed the $1682 resistance. The bulls were able to push the price above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $172 swing high to the $162 low. However, the bears are active near the $170 zone. The 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $172 swing high to the $162 low is acting as a resistance. There is also a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $168 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair. Solana is now trading above $165 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, the price is facing resistance near the $170 level. The next major resistance is near the $172 level. The main resistance could be $175. A successful close above the $175 resistance zone could set the pace for another steady increase. The next key resistance is $182. Any more gains might send the price toward the $192 level. Are Downsides Limited In SOL? If SOL fails to rise above the $170 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $164 zone. The first major support is near the $162 level. A break below the $162 level might send the price toward the $152 support zone. If there is a close below the $150 support, the price could decline toward the $145 support in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for SOL/USD is losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly Hours RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for SOL/USD is above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $164 and $162. Major Resistance Levels – $170 and $172.

XRP price is struggling to continue higher above the $3.020 zone. The price is consolidating and might decline below the $2.920 support. XRP price is correcting gains from the $3.10 zone. The price is now trading near $2.980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3.020 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $2.880 zone. XRP Price Faces Resistance XRP price failed to continue higher above the $3.10 resistance zone, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price formed a short-term top and started a fresh decline below the $3.020 level. The price dipped below the $3.00 level. There was a move below $2.950 and the price tested the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.730 swing low to the $3.106 high. However, the bulls were active near the $2.920 zone. The price is now trading near $2.980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.00 level. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3.020 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. The first major resistance is near the $3.10 level. A clear move above the $3.10 resistance might send the price toward the $3.120 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.180 resistance or even $3.20 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $3.250 zone. Another Decline? If XRP fails to clear the $3.020 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2.920 level. The next major support is near the $2.880 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.730 swing low to the $3.106 high. If there is a downside break and a close below the $2.880 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $2.810 support. The next major support sits near the $2.750 zone where the bulls might take a stand. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now losing pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $2.920 and $2.880. Major Resistance Levels – $3.020 and $3.10.

Japan’s largest bank, SBI, has unveiled plans to launch the country’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) that will be linked to both Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP. SBI Unveils Japan’s First Bitcoin And XRP ETF According to circulating reports, this investment vehicle aims to trade on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), offering institutional investors a regulated avenue to gain exposure to two of the market’s largest cryptocurrencies. In addition, the country’s financial giant has introduced a second product, the Digital Gold Crypto ETF, which will allocate 51% to gold and 49% to cryptocurrencies. This structure is reportedly designed to mitigate investment risks through diversification, catering to a growing interest in combining traditional assets with digital currencies. This announcement arrives at a pivotal moment as Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is contemplating regulatory changes that could simplify the approval and tax processes for cryptocurrency-related financial products. Such developments may further enhance the attractiveness of these offerings to investors looking for regulated investment opportunities in the crypto space. Meanwhile, across the waters in China, the focus is shifting towards the introduction of the country’s first stablecoin. Hong Kong Emerges As Crypto Testing Ground Reports from the Financial Times indicate that Hong Kong has emerged as a testing ground for cryptocurrency initiatives, particularly in light of the stringent bans imposed on the mainland. Recently, Hong Kong passed legislation allowing licensed businesses to issue tokens backed by any fiat currency. However, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has adopted a cautious approach, announcing that only a limited number of licenses will be granted starting next year. Chinese policymakers are increasingly recognizing the significance of stablecoins, particularly in the context of dollar-backed tokens that dominate the global economy. In a speech made in June, Pan Gongsheng, the governor of China’s central bank, noted that stablecoins have “fundamentally reshaped the traditional payment landscape.” This acknowledgment reflects a growing interest in stablecoins from Chinese state-owned enterprises, especially for payment and settlement solutions. Several state-owned companies operating in Hong Kong are reportedly preparing to apply for stablecoin licenses, although only one of China’s four major state-owned banks is anticipated to receive a license from the HKMA in this initial phase. Notably, the HKMA has not ruled out the possibility of approving licenses for stablecoins backed by offshore renminbi, a potential move that could greatly facilitate cross-border payments—an increasingly vital area for China as it seeks to enhance its financial influence globally. When writing, Bitcoin trades at $115,245, recording a 1% recovery in the 24-hour time frame. When compared to its recently achieved all-time high (ATH) of $123,000, the cryptocurrency has retraced over 6%. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Ethereum price found support near the $3,540 zone and recovered. ETH is rising and might soon aim for a move above the $3,740 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,540 and $3,580 levels. The price is trading above $3,620 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,625 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,540 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Aims Higher Ethereum price started a fresh increase from the $3,540 support zone, beating Bitcoin. ETH price was able to recover above the $3,550 and $3,580 resistance levels. The bulls even pushed the price above the $3,700 resistance zone. However, the bears remained active near the $3,750 zone. A high was formed at $3,733 and the price corrected some gains. There was a move below the $3,620 level. The price tested the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3,350 swing low to the $3,733 high. ETH is again rising above $3,600. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,625 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading above $3,600 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,700 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,720 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,750 level. A clear move above the $3,750 resistance might send the price toward the $3,820 resistance. An upside break above the $3,820 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $4,000 resistance zone or even $4,120 in the near term. Are Dips Supported In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,720 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,620 level. The first major support sits near the $3,580 zone. A clear move below the $3,580 support might push the price toward the $3,540 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,440 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,350. 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 – $3,540 Major Resistance Level – $3,750

After recovering from its local lows, Cardano (ADA) is retesting a key area that could send the price to the next crucial resistance. Some analysts suggest that the cryptocurrency is preparing for a massive rally. Cardano Retests Key Resistance Following last week’s drop to the $0.70 support, Cardano is attempting to break out of a crucial resistance level to continue its rally. The cryptocurrency has surged 8.8% from Friday’s low, retesting the $0.74-$0.76 area throughout this week. Notably, ADA has been hovering between the $0.65-$0.85 price range since the Q2 market recovery, briefly losing this area during the June pullback. However, the July market pump sent the altcoin to a four-month high of $0.93, sparking bullish sentiment among investors. Since then, Cardano has been in a downtrend, attempting to break out of the descending resistance for the past two weeks. Market watcher Sebastian noted that the cryptocurrency has repeatedly retested the $0.76 zone over the past few days, suggesting that “the more it tests it, the higher the likelihood to break it.” According to the analyst, ADA must reclaim the 50-day Moving Average (MA), which has served as a strong resistance and support level and coincides with the descending resistance breakout area. Following today’s performance, the altcoin has reclaimed the 50 MA indicator and eyes a retest of the $0.76 resistance. A breakout from this level would set the stage for a retest of the next crucial area between $0.79 and $0.80. “Getting back above $0.80 would confirm the trend reversal,” Sebastian affirmed. Meanwhile, a rejection from this area could propel Cardano to retest the recent lows and risk losing its local range again. ADA Breakout Eyes 85%-120% Rally Man of Bitcoin noted ADA’s recent performance, asserting that it is “now potentially working on a small 1-2 setup.” Based on this, he suggested that “as long as the price remains above the last swing low at $0.685, wave-5 of iii should follow next.” Meanwhile, analyst Ali Martinez highlighted that the cryptocurrency has been trading within a descending channel since its December 2024 high of $1.32. According to the chart, ADA retested the channel’s upper boundary for the first time in months during the July breakout but was ultimately rejected. Reclaiming the $0.76 could propel the altcoin to the channel’s resistance, and “a breakout above $0.84 could set Cardano on a path toward $1.30.” Additionally, Martinez asserted that “ADA is showing the same price structure as the last cycle, only this time, it’s unfolding more gradually. And it feels like we’re right at the beginning of an explosive move.” Similarly, Crypto Bullet stated that Cardano has been following a pattern over this cycle. Per the chart, the cryptocurrency has been trading down for months before breaking out and reaching new local highs. Last month, the cryptocurrency broke out of its eight-month downtrend, targeting a rally toward the $1.60 area. Now, ADA is retesting the descending resistance line, which could set up the stage for the 120% jump if the breakout is confirmed. As of this writing, Cardano is trading at $0.74, a 3% increase in the daily timeframe.

As part of an initiative to internationalize the renminbi (Chinese Yuan) and enhance its competitiveness against the US dollar, China is poised to launch its first stablecoin. Meanwhile, the US is making significant progress toward its mission of becoming the crypto capital of the world. Despite this ambitious plan, concerns about potential capital flight are reportedly hindering the rapid advancement of stablecoin technology within the country. China Explores Stablecoin Initiatives According to a report from the Financial Times, Hong Kong has emerged as a testing ground for cryptocurrency, particularly given the strict bans on the mainland. Recently, the territory passed legislation allowing licensed businesses to issue tokens backed by any fiat currency. However, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has taken a cautious stance, indicating that only a limited number of licenses will be issued starting next year. Policymakers in China have increasingly turned their attention to stablecoins, recognizing the growing dominance of dollar-backed tokens in the global economy. The central bank governor, Pan Gongsheng, noted in a June speech that stablecoins have “fundamentally reshaped the traditional payment landscape.” However, the Chinese government faces a delicate balancing act; while it seeks to enhance the global standing of the renminbi, it must also maintain stringent controls over its financial system. Recent discussions among financial regulators have centered on the implementation of stablecoin projects, emphasizing that any such initiative must align with China’s unique national conditions. Yet, experts have cautioned that the risks associated with capital outflows could pose significant challenges. Interest Grows In Hong Kong Rebecca Liao, CEO of Saga, a company focused on blockchain infrastructure, articulated the complexities of adopting stablecoin technology, highlighting that it cannot be completely controlled by central authorities. This concern has contributed to Hong Kong’s slower progress in developing a thriving stablecoin market, especially when compared to the rapid growth observed in the United States. The HKMA has voiced apprehensions about the potential use of stablecoins in money laundering, emphasizing the need for stability and control in its new regulatory framework. As such, initial stablecoin programs in Hong Kong are expected to focus on business-to-business applications, limiting their broader adoption. The report emphasizes that interest in stablecoins is also growing among Chinese state-owned enterprises, particularly in the context of payment and settlement solutions. Multiple state-owned companies with operations in Hong Kong are reportedly looking to apply for stablecoin licenses, although only one of China’s four major state-owned banks is expected to receive a license from the HKMA in this initial phase. The HKMA has not ruled out the possibility of approving licenses for stablecoins backed by offshore renminbi, a move that could further facilitate cross-border payments—an area of increasing importance for China. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin price is attempting to recover above the $114,200 zone. BTC is now consolidating and might attempt to clear the $115,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin started a recovery wave above the $113,500 zone. The price is trading above $114,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $114,300 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $115,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Attempts Recovery Bitcoin price found support near the $112,000 zone and started a recovery wave. BTC was able to climb above the $113,500 and $114,200 resistance levels. Besides, there was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $114,300 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The price climbed toward the 50% Fib retracement level of the move from the $118,918 swing high to the $112,000 low. However, the bears were active near the $115,500 resistance and the price struggled to continue higher. Bitcoin is now trading above $114,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $115,000 level. The first key resistance is near the $115,500 level. The next resistance could be $116,250 or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the move from the $118,918 swing high to the $112,000 low. A close above the $116,250 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $117,500 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $118,000 level. The main target could be $120,000. Another Drop In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $115,500 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $114,200 level. The first major support is near the $113,500 level. The next support is now near the $112,000 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $110,500 support in the near term. The main support sits at $108,500, below which BTC might continue to move down. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now losing pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $113,500, followed by $112,000. Major Resistance Levels – $115,500 and $117,500.

Ethereum (ETH) has mirrored the broader cryptocurrency market’s recent downturn, with its price declining by 4% over the past week. As of today, ETH trades at approximately $3,598, reflecting a 1% decrease in the past 24 hours. This pullback follows months of mixed price action across the market, as traders balance optimism over long-term fundamentals with short-term risk management. New insights from on-chain data suggest heightened market activity surrounding Ethereum despite its failure to reclaim the $4,000 mark. Analysts point to unprecedented levels of Open Interest (OI) in Ethereum futures contracts, combined with record daily transactions on its network. While this signals growing participation and network adoption, it also raises concerns about potential volatility if market sentiment shifts abruptly. Ethereum Open Interest Hits All-Time High CryptoQuant analyst CryptoOnchain reported that Ethereum’s OI on Binance has recently reached a record-breaking $77 billion. Open Interest measures the total number of outstanding derivative contracts, providing insight into market activity and trader participation. The surge suggests that more capital is entering ETH futures markets, potentially setting the stage for significant price movements. This rise in OI coincides with Ethereum reaching its highest daily transaction count ever recorded. Analysts link this spike in activity to increased engagement in decentralized finance (DeFi), growth in layer-2 scaling solutions, and broader adoption of Ethereum-based applications. CryptoOnchain noted that such developments “highlight growing participation and user engagement,” adding that this type of market buildup often precedes sharp price trends, either upward or downward. However, this accumulation of leveraged positions carries risk. If price movements turn unfavorable for the majority of open contracts, a wave of liquidations could occur, amplifying volatility. This has been a recurring theme in the cryptocurrency market, where leveraged positions can trigger cascading sell-offs during sudden price corrections. Bearish Signals Emerge from Market Order Activity Another CryptoQuant analyst, Maartunn, highlighted a different indicator that reflects short-term market pressure on Ethereum. According to his data, Net Taker Volume for ETH stood at -$418.8 million daily. This figure represents roughly 115,400 more ETH sold via market orders than bought, indicating a clear imbalance in favor of sellers. Market orders, unlike limit orders, execute trades immediately at the best available price. A sustained negative Net Taker Volume often signals urgency among sellers, potentially foreshadowing further downside if buy-side demand fails to absorb the selling pressure. Maartunn explained that “such behavior indicates participants were willing to prioritize execution speed over price,” typically a bearish market sign. Ethereum’s price action remains constrained below its psychological $4,000 resistance level. Despite strong on-chain activity, the divergence between network fundamentals and price performance shows a period of indecision for ETH. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

The global cryptocurrency market has experienced a slight downturn over the past week, with Bitcoin (BTC) struggling to regain its recent highs. Market data from CoinGecko shows the total crypto market capitalization currently stands at approximately $3.79 trillion, representing a 0.4% decline in the last 24 hours. This pullback follows a period of uncertainty across major digital assets, with both Bitcoin and altcoins facing limited buying momentum despite periods of volatility. Analysts suggest that reduced market activity and fluctuations in leveraged trading positions are playing a significant role in current market behavior. Insights from Binance, one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges globally, highlight shifting trader sentiment as leverage levels decline while overall price movement remains subdued. These changes raise questions about whether the market is entering a phase of consolidation or setting up for more volatility ahead. Leverage Trends on Binance Point to Market Reset According to a recent analysis from CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain, leverage usage on Binance has decreased notably in recent days. The analyst explains that falling leverage is typically a short-term positive indicator as it suggests the exit of overleveraged traders and a reduction in forced liquidations. This can help stabilize price fluctuations and reduce abrupt sell-offs that often trigger sharp market corrections. However, Arab Chain points out that the current scenario differs slightly. Both price levels and leverage ratios have declined simultaneously, indicating that spot market buying has not picked up to offset selling activity. “The lack of strong demand in the spot market weakens the probability of a rapid recovery,” the analyst wrote. This trend highlights a more cautious approach from traders, potentially reflecting macroeconomic uncertainties or a wait-and-see attitude ahead of key market developments. The estimated leverage ratio on Binance is considered a critical indicator for short-term sentiment. A high leverage ratio suggests speculative positions are dominating the market, making it more vulnerable to sudden price swings. Conversely, a falling ratio can indicate risk management among traders or widespread liquidations, both of which can temporarily ease volatility. Arab Chain emphasizes that this metric acts as an “early radar” for potential shifts in market momentum. Altcoin Deposits Signal Increased Trading Activity In a separate analysis, CryptoQuant’s Maartunn observed a significant increase in altcoin deposits to Binance, with a seven-day transaction count exceeding 45,000, the highest level since late 2024. This surge in activity coincided with Bitcoin’s recent push above $112,000, suggesting traders are preparing to adjust their positions across a wider range of digital assets. Deposits to exchanges are often interpreted as a signal of upcoming trading activity, as funds are moved from wallets to platforms where they can be quickly exchanged. Whether this results in increased buying or selling depends on how the broader market evolves in the coming days. The uptick in deposits could indicate growing interest in altcoins as traders look for opportunities beyond Bitcoin amid its recent stagnation. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

The Ethereum (ETH) blockchain is experiencing a renewed surge in network activity, recently reaching a fresh all-time high (ATH) in daily transactions. However, despite this increase in on-chain fundamentals, ETH’s price continues to trade below major resistance levels, raising concerns that bullish momentum may be fading. Ethereum Network Activity Picks Momentum According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake post by contributor CryptoOnChain, Ethereum’s daily transaction count – highlighted in pink in the below chart – has surged to a new ATH of approximately 1,550,000 transactions per day. This sharp increase in daily transactions, particularly noticeable over the past few months, points to intensified on-chain usage and overall network engagement. In addition to transaction count, other metrics also reflect a spike in activity – most notably, the number of unique Ethereum addresses. As of August 5, the total number of unique Ethereum addresses stood at 332,122,674, marking an increase of 207,454 new wallets compared to the previous day. While some of these may belong to existing users creating new addresses, the majority likely represent new participants entering the Ethereum ecosystem. CryptoOnChain emphasized that despite these bullish on-chain signals, Ethereum’s price has not followed suit. As shown in the above chart, ETH’s price – highlighted in orange – remains subdued, failing to break above prior highs or key resistance zones. This disconnect between rising network fundamentals and lagging price action may indicate that the market is in an accumulation phase, the analyst said. CryptoOnChain further suggested that Ethereum could be setting the stage for a significant bullish breakout, with potential upside targets reaching as high as $5,000. Is ETH Price Headed For A New ATH? In a separate analysis posted on X, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto shared the following ETH monthly chart, noting that the asset is “compressing within a massive monthly triangle.” According to the analyst, a successful breakout from this pattern could potentially drive ETH toward $8,000. For the uninitiated, the triangle pattern is a chart formation that occurs when price action consolidates between converging trendlines, forming a shape that resembles a triangle. It typically indicates a period of indecision that often resolves with a breakout in the direction of the prior trend, signaling continuation or reversal depending on the context. Another well-known analyst, Gert van Lagen, echoed a similar outlook. He noted that ETH may be positioning for a powerful breakout, with a projected price target of up to $9,000, citing growing technical and fundamental support. Meanwhile, on-chain exchange data also supports a bullish narrative. Over the past two weeks, more than 1 million ETH has been withdrawn from centralized exchanges – fuelling speculations about a potential supply crunch. At press time, ETH trades at $3,590, down 1.1% in the past 24 hours.

CryptoQuant analyst Maartunn used today’s price weakness to publish a granular, 10-part “Bitcoin Market Analysis” on X that dissects the post-ATH landscape with on-chain detail and a clear technical line in the sand. “Bitcoin broke its all-time high, but here’s the catch: long-term holders are [starting] to sell into the strength,” he wrote, adding that what matters now is how the market digests that supply above and around the breakout zone. In his framing, the first stress test is underway. Is The Bitcoin Bull Run Over? The thread anchors around one headline-grabbing datapoint: “the LTH selling pressure includes the 80,000 BTC sold by the Satoshi-era wallet.” That description is Maartunn’s interpretation of July’s extraordinary movement of eight “ancient” wallets that shifted roughly 80,000 BTC after ~14 years of dormancy via Galaxy Digital. Beyond the drama of this single entity, Maartunn argues that behavior across the holder spectrum is what’s driving the tape. “Retail is stepping in after the ATH,” he noted, describing a familiar pattern of late-cycle enthusiasm that followed Bitcoin’s push through $120,000 in mid-July. That surge set a new record near $123,000 before momentum faded; spot prices are now revolving around $113,000–$115,000. The bid didn’t vanish entirely. “Fresh capital did help the ATH-breakout buyers,” Maartunn wrote, pointing to balance-sheet demand “from firms like Strategy and Metaplanet.” Those purchases are verifiable. Strategy—the rebranded MicroStrategy—disclosed 21,021 BTC bought between July 28 and Aug. 3 at an average of ~$117,256, lifting its holdings to ~628,791 BTC. Tokyo-listed Metaplanet added 463 BTC on Aug. 4, taking treasury holdings to 17,595 BTC. Even so, those corporate flows “weren’t enough to hold Bitcoin around the ~$120k level,” the analyst said. Where the thread turns more cautionary is on short-term hands. “Short-Term Holders started to puke and sell at a loss,” Maartunn wrote, quantifying realized-loss waves of 52,230 BTC (July 15–18), 42,493 BTC (July 24–28), and 70,028 BTC “after July 31.” He called the last episode notable “not just [for] the size, but the duration,” arguing that prolonged STH loss-realization is a pressure valve that typically needs time to exhaust. These are Maartunn’s on-chain tallies; they have not been separately published by data vendors in aggregate form. The flows picture from listed products has begun to rhyme with that stress. “ETFs are also seeing outflows,” he observed. Multiple trackers confirm a downswing: CoinShares logged the first net weekly outflow in 15 weeks (-$223 million) with Bitcoin funds leading at -$404 million, while daily tallies this week show US spot Bitcoin ETFs bleeding for several sessions, including about -$196 million on Tuesday. Framing differs by window, but the direction is clear: the bid from ETFs is wobbling at the margin. Technically, Maartunn fixes attention on the former breakout zone. “Bitcoin is finding support around its previous ATH — roughly $112K,” he wrote, pointing to a confluence between chart structure and on-chain price-distribution. His on-chain map “backs it up,” flagging “strong support in the $108K–$112K range,” an area where a large volume of coins last changed hands. Context matters. Bitcoin’s July all-time high sits around $123,000 on major benchmarks—an extension of 2025’s institutional-heavy advance—so calling $112,000 a “previous ATH” refers to the nearer-term breakout plateau that preceded price discovery, not the absolute record. That nuance is why Maartunn concludes with a conditional: “So far this cycle, we haven’t seen any previous ATH break down… Until that changes, this looks like a normal pullback. But if we do break below a former ATH ($112k), that’s a real shift in market behavior.” In the near term, the credibility of that ~$108,000–$112,000 “shelf” will likely be decided by whether supply from profit-taking long-term holders, loss-realizing short-term holders, and ETF redemptions continues to outweigh balance-sheet demand and organic spot inflows. If the shelf holds, Maartunn’s base case is “a normal pullback” that bleeds off excesses from the ATH push. If it fails decisively, he argues, the cycle would be showing its first meaningful breach of a prior breakout—an observable change in behavior rather than a narrative turn of phrase. At press time, BTC traded at $114,238.

On-chain data shows Dogecoin whales have expanded their holdings recently, a sign that big-money investors are buying the dip. Dogecoin Whales Have Increased Holdings By 1 Billion DOGE In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about the latest trend in the Supply Distribution of the Dogecoin whales. The “Supply Distribution” here refers to an indicator from on-chain analytics firm Santiment that tells us about the total amount of the asset that a given wallet group is holding right now. Addresses or investors are divided into these cohorts based on the number of tokens that they are carrying in their balance. The 1 to 10 coins group, for example, includes all holders owning between 1 and 10 DOGE. In the context of the current topic, the whales are the cohort of interest. These investors are typically defined as holding more than 1 billion DOGE, with there being no upper end to the range. At the current exchange rate, the cutoff for the group converts to almost $200 million. Given the massive size of holdings involved, whales can carry some degree of influence in the market. This can make their on-chain behavior worth keeping an eye on. Now, here is the chart shared by the analyst that shows the trend in the Supply Distribution of Dogecoin whales over the past couple of months: As displayed in the above graph, Dogecoin investors carrying more than 1 billion DOGE saw their Supply Distribution plunge near the end of July, indicating that big-money entities exited from the market. What followed the selling was an extension of bearish price action for the asset. The mood among the whales appears to have turned around in the past day, however, as the indicator’s value has seen a sharp surge instead. “Whales bought over one billion Dogecoin $DOGE in the last 24 hours!” notes Martinez. Given the timing of the buys, it’s possible that these humongous investors believe the current lows to be offering a profitable entry point into the memecoin. It only remains to be seen, though, whether this bet would pay off for the whales. In some other news, memecoin Pepe (PEPE) has also seen a bullish development recently, as the analyst has pointed out in another X post. From the chart, it’s visible that Pepe’s 1-day price has finished a Tom Demark (TD) Sequential setup with nine red candles. Such a pattern is considered to be a buy signal. DOGE Price Following a drop of almost 8% over the past week, Dogecoin has seen its price withdraw under the $0.20 mark.

Shares of Galaxy Digital faced a significant decline on Tuesday following the release of disappointing quarterly earnings and revenue figures. The crypto-investment and data-center company reported earnings per share of $0.8 for the second quarter, falling short of Wall Street’s consensus estimate of $0.18. Galaxy Digital Shares Plunge 10% Revenue for the period totaled $9.1 billion, markedly below analysts’ expectations of $13.9 billion. Consequently, Galaxy’s stock, GLXY, plummeted by 10%, settling at $27.68. According to Barron’s, the downturn can be attributed to a broader trend affecting the cryptocurrency sector, where trading volumes have waned significantly since spring, pushing digital assets like Bitcoin to retrace 7% below its record price peak. Galaxy reported a 22% decrease in digital-asset trading volumes from the first quarter, primarily driven by reduced spot-trading activity. The firm’s crypto sales, which represent its largest revenue stream, fell to $8.6 billion in the second quarter, down from $12.8 billion in the first quarter and $8.8 billion a year prior. Despite the disappointing earnings report, there was some positive news on the horizon. Galaxy announced that CoreWeave has committed to utilizing all the electrical power approved at its Helios data-center campus in West Texas, where construction is reportedly proceeding on schedule. Additionally, Galaxy has agreed to acquire an extra 160 acres of land and a 1 gigawatt load interconnection request adjacent to the campus. CEO Mike Novogratz expressed optimism about the Helios project, stating, “Helios will be a top five data center in the world if we get that fully built out.” The company anticipates generating revenue from its data-center operations in the first half of 2026. In light of the CoreWeave announcement and the expanded capacity potential at Helios, Piper Sandler analyst Patrick Moley noted that shares might be undervalued, suggesting they should trade higher. The firm has rated Galaxy stock as Overweight, with a price target of $36. Coinbase Unveils $2 Billion Senior Notes Offering In related news, Coinbase Global also experienced a slight dip in its stock, which fell by 1% on Tuesday following the announcement of a $2 billion offering of convertible senior notes aimed at qualified institutional buyers. This offering includes $1 billion in notes maturing in 2029 and another $1 billion due in 2032. Additionally, initial purchasers will have the option to acquire up to $150 million more of each series. These notes will be senior, unsecured obligations with interest payable semi-annually, and they can be converted into cash, Class A common stock, or a combination of both at Coinbase’s discretion. To minimize potential dilution resulting from these conversions, Coinbase plans to engage in capped call transactions, partially funded by the proceeds from the offering. The remaining funds will be allocated to support general corporate needs, including working capital, capital expenditures, investments, acquisitions, and potential debt repurchases. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Nevada- focussed explorer Guardian Metal Resources (LON:GMET) (OTCQX:GMTLF), announced Wednesday further assay results from the ongoing drilling campaign at its 100% owned Pilot Mountain tungsten project. Laboratory assay results from drill core samples have been received from the final batch of drillholes at the Desert Scheelite zone, with results confirming further high-grade tungsten mineralisation over significant widths, the company said. Key defense metal In July, the US Department of Defense awarded $6.2 million to Guardian Metal Resources to advance the Pilot Mountain project, southeast of Hawthorne. Guardian is the only company with US-based tungsten assets to receive an award and is also advancing another tungsten project in Nevada: Tempiute. Tungsten is a critical mineral for a key defense application — penetrators — which are high-density, armour-piercing projectiles. It’s also required in US Department of Defence (DoD) contracts. Tungsten production in the US ceased in 2015, when it was no longer commercially viable due to low prices and competition from China. China dominates global tungsten production, accounting for over 80% of last year’s total output of 81,000 tons, according to the USGS. At the Pilot Mountain project to date, a total of 82 drillholes have completed, with 61 drillholes at Desert Scheelite, including 49 resource holes, 7 geotechnical holes and 5 metallurgical holes. At the Garnet Zone all 20 planned resource drillholes have previously been completed and at Porphyry South a single drillhole has been completed, the company said. Of significance within this batch of results is the mineralised widths (>0.10% WO3) encountered throughout several holes as well as the intersection of multiple broad mineralised intervals, the company said. These include a mineralised 21.6 m interval in PM25-043, a 33.9 m interval in PM25-045, a 45.7 m interval in PM25-047 and a 24.4 m interval in PM25-051 as well as multiple others throughout the holes reported. “We are very pleased to now have all of the results in hand from the Desert Scheelite resource drilling, marking another important step toward our goal of delivering Mined in America tungsten to the United States market,” Guardian Metal CEO Oliver Friesen said in a news release. “This latest batch of assays has confirmed zones of high-grade tungsten, copper, silver and zinc, with numerous holes returning significant widths of tungsten mineralisation,” Friesen said. “We now eagerly await initial results from our inaugural Garnet Zone drilling and look forward to commencing drilling at Tempiute in the coming weeks, with multiple rigs soon to be mobilised across our Nevada based co-flagship tungsten projects.”

This article is a follow-up to the article written on July 31, 2025 titled Silver (XAG/USD) Price: Down 1.5% as Trendline Break Hints at Deeper Correction Silver prices have retraced following the initial selloff last week. Friday's US jobs data has obviously been extensively discussed, but that was the end of the initial bearish run for silver prices. Since Friday Silver has risen around 3% but for now the bearish trend remains intact. The concern is that US rate cut expectations continue to ramp up. This continued today with news that Trump advisers are to push for a temporary Fed governor to fill the seat of resigned Fed Kugler. A short-term Fed pick would give Trump more time on the Chair choice, the Fed pick is likely to work in the government, and be previously vetted by the Senate. Such a move may see market expectations for rate cuts ramp up even further. This could work in favor of bulls as the US dollar could come under renewed selling pressure. Technical Analysis - Silver (XAG/USD) From a technical standpoint, the bearish trend remains intact as long as we do not get a daily candle close above the 38.22 The current move higher could just be a retracement before the next leg to the downside and a fresh lower low. There is the descending trendline which was broken and hints at further upside. The ascending trendline is also in play. This leaves a slightly confusing outlook for Silver moving forward, with the next move looking more like a coin toss at this stage. The RSI period-14 on the daily chart has crossed above the 50 neutral level which hints at bullish momentum. However a cross back below the 50 level could be a sign that a lower low may be incoming. A lot to ponder when it comes to Silver prices moving forward. A week ago things looked a lot simpler, highlighting the various factors at play in financial markets. Silver (XAG/USD) Daily Chart, August 6, 2025 Source: TradingView.com (click to enlarge) Client Sentiment Data - XAG/USD Looking at OANDA client sentiment data and market participants are long on the Silver (XAG/USD) with 62% of traders net-long. I prefer to take a contrarian view toward crowd sentiment and thus the fact that so many traders are long means Silver could fall 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. © 2025 OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Despite the recent Bitcoin (BTC) price correction after a significant rally that propelled the cryptocurrency to a record high of $123,000, some analysts remain optimistic about the potential for a renewed bull run. However, one expert has raised a concerning warning that could signal the end of this bullish cycle. Fears Of Mass Sell-Off According to market expert OxArtikal’s thesis shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Michael Saylor’s Strategy (previously MicroStrategy), the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, is reportedly planning to sell all of its Bitcoin holdings by 2025. This revelation comes amid movements of their substantial Bitcoin reserves to different wallets, raising alarms about the potential implications for the market. Strategy currently controls over 628,000 BTC, representing more than 3% of Bitcoin’s total circulating supply. For context, the collapse of FTX, which held approximately 20,000 BTC, triggered a significant downturn in the market. The expert believes that the potential sale of Strategy’s Bitcoin holdings could have a dramatically larger impact, estimated to be 30 times more severe. Notably, Saylor has long maintained that Strategy would never sell its Bitcoin. However, the expert identified that in late June, the company quietly transferred 7,382 BTC—valued at nearly $800 million—out of its wallets and into three new wallets with no prior transaction history. This Bitcoin was subsequently sent to Coinbase Prime, a sell-side custodian, without any public announcement or clarification during the company’s Q2 earnings report. If Strategy were to liquidate even a small portion of its holdings, the psychological ramifications could be profound, OxArtikal further stated. He shared that this could lead to a mass sell-off, while institutional investors could reconsider their BTC allocations. Bitcoin Could Crash Below $70,000 Historically, Strategy’s actions have coincided with significant market shifts. In 2022, the company transferred 34,000 BTC to secure a loan, shortly before a major market crash. Now, as they appear to be moving substantial amounts of Bitcoin again, the expert fears that a similar scenario could unfold. OxArtikal asserts that sell-off by Strategy could potentially drive the price below $70,000 within days, undermining the retail comeback and deterring new investors who view Bitcoin as a long-term safe haven. While it is not confirmed that Saylor will sell his holdings, the signs are troubling: the recent wallet movements, the involvement of Coinbase Prime, and a lack of transparency during earnings calls all point to a potential shift in strategy. If Strategy were to exit the Bitcoin market, the expert claims that it wouldn’t merely result in a correction; it could trigger a market-wide reset, erasing years of built-up trust and confidence in Bitcoin as “digital gold.” Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

After crashing in recent weeks, the Dogecoin price may be nearing the end of its bearish cycle as historical chart patterns suggest a renewed bullish setup on multiple timeframes. Despite the downturn, a crypto analyst has indicated that the meme coin, which is hovering around $0.2, could be poised to skyrocket toward a new all-time high of $5. Dogecoin Price Roadmap To $5 In an X social media post on August 4, renowned market expert ‘CryptoELITES’ painted an ultra-bullish picture for the Dogecoin price. The analyst believes that DOGE could be on track for its next major bullish target, forecasting a powerful rally toward $5. This optimistic outlook comes despite the meme coin crashing over 10% this week and extending its downward trend. Based on CryptoELITES’ analysis, Dogecoin could soon end this downward spiral and launch into a fresh upward trend. The analyst’s accompanying chart visualizes a compelling long-term bullish pattern for the meme coin. Over the past few years, Dogecoin has followed a consistent structure of descending triangle formations, each of which resolved in explosive upside breakouts. Each descending triangle seen on the chart occurred during past bull market cycles. The pattern starts with a sharp rally, followed by a prolonged period of consolidation marked by a series of lower highs and relatively equal lows. Once price compression reaches a tipping point, Dogecoin historically breaks out violently to the upside. This trend has repeated multiple times over the years, with every breakout pushing the meme coin’s price to an even higher level than the last. According to the latest chart formation, Dogecoin has once again formed a descending triangle, but this time after a consolidation post-2021 bull run highs. The price is now hovering just above the breakout zone, which is historically where previous rallies ignited. CryptoELITES’ has marked this region with a circle, suggesting possible accumulation. If past patterns repeat, Dogecoin could enter a vertical growth phase, potentially targeting the marked area on the chart around $5.14. Dogecoin Short-Term Reversal In Play For Dogecoin’s short-term outlook, crypto market analyst James Bull shared an analysis on X, outlining the meme coin’s immediate bullish target in the wake of its recent crash. Bull notes that Dogecoin is currently hovering around a critical support level at $0.19538. After experiencing a sharp drop from former highs, DOGE has now retraced to this historically strong support zone, which previously acted as a key pivot point. The expert’s analysis suggests a bullish trade setup with a potential long position targeting $0.27144. A clear stop-loss has been placed just below the support zone, creating a potentially favorable risk-reward ratio for traders. If buyers can defend this support level and push the meme coin’s price upward, it could confirm the analyst’s short-term reversal theory and possibly signal the beginning of a larger uptrend.

Log in to today's North American session recap for August 6, 2025. Today marked another rebound for stocks after a more pessimistic session yesterday. The Magnificent 7 is pushing the Nasdaq towards a potential retest of its all-time highs, however there is still some road to cover to get there. Apple, Amazon and Tesla are all up above 3% on the session and some more defensive names like Costco and Walmart help equities towards their daily strong session. In terms of geopolitics, Trump has enacted 25% supplemental tariffs on India to put pressure on countries who import Russian Oil. Read More: NFP miss sends the USD tumbling — North American Mid-Week Market UpdateDaily Cross-Asset performance Cross-Asset Daily Performance, August 6, 2025 – Source: TradingView Cryptos and Nasdaq are both performing strongly in today's session while Oil is getting sold off harshly after the latest tariff headlines and a further negative surprise on the Oil Inventories. A picture of today's performance for major currencies Currency Performance, August 6 – Source: OANDA Labs The Euro is shining strong in today's session as it is the usual benefactor from US Dollar selling flows. Australian and NZ Dollars have retracted a bit off their highs after performing strongly in the morning session but still end up on a decent session. Earnings Season: Who is releasing their numbers tomorrow Earnings Calendar for August 7th – Source: Nasdaq.com Tomorrow's earnings will focus on Eli Lily, Toyota and Mitsubishi. A look at Economic data releasing in tonight and tomorrow's sessions For all market-moving economic releases and events, see the MarketPulse Economic Calendar. Tomorrow's main event is the Bank of England's rate decision at 7:00 A.M. ET where a cut is largely expected. For the rest, the evening session will have a lot of data releasing for APAC currencies. For the NA markets, focus on FED speakers' speeches and the Canadian Ivey PMI releasing at 10:00 A.M. ET. Safe Trades! 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. © 2025 OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Log in to our mid-week North American Markets overview where we look at the NA Indices and currencies. After a relatively calm conclusion to July trading, Markets found some heightened volatility to start August on a high note. A streak of positive US data (including PMIs, CPI and a nice July PPI), Markets did not take the miss in Friday's Non-Farm Payrolls lightly. The US Dollar had been on a roll, going from 96.40 lows in the beginning of the past month to breaching the 100.00 psychological level. The missed US Data changed things sharply, with the Dollar Index currently trading closer to the 98.00 level, almost a 2% correction from its 100.20 August 1st top. US Indices had been hurt initially but are showing strong resilience in the beginning of this week. Watch the Monday highs in indices, currently close to be tested: if they break higher, Markets will account for a higher influence from Cuts and US exceptionalist policiesIf they mark a double top here, Markets will start to show more concerns for a potential US and global slowdownIn the meantime, Canadian Equity markets have been performing strong from the most recent supporting policies from Mark Carney to help Canadian business withhold the tariffs. Markets seem to disregard the US-Canada trade talks in limbo. Read More: US oil rallies but shows indecision within established range North-American Indices Performance North American Top Indices performance since last Monday – August 6, 2025 – Source: TradingView Dollar Index 8H Chart review US Dollar Index 8H Chart, August 6, 2025 – Source: TradingView The Dollar Index has started another wave of correction after a 3-session consolidation between 98.60 to 99.00. The ongoing selling is leading towards the 98.00 Support that served as a springboard towards the highs after last week. Momentum is moving in bearish territory particularly after moving below both the MA 50 and 200. Monitor the reactions at the support. US Dollar Mid-Week Performance vs Majors USD vs other Majors, August 6, 2025 - Source: TradingView. The US Dollar is getting hammered particularly against the Yen and the Euro. CAD Mid-Week Performance vs Majors CAD vs other Majors, August 6, 2025 - Source: TradingView. The Loonie is getting dragged down by the down performance in the US Dollar amid the geographic trends in the currency markets. The CAD is still holding fairly well against the NZD and CHF showing particular weakness since the beginning of the week. Intraday Technical Levels for the USD/CAD USDCAD 4H Chart, August 6, 2025 – Source: TradingView The pair broke to the higher side last week but sellers are trying to push prices back towards the range. Both the 50 and 200 period Moving averages are acting as immediate support at the Pivot Zone which previously served as Resistance during the June-July Consolidation. Levels to place on your charts: Support Levels: range highs turned pivot 1.3750 – Confluence with 4H MA 50 and 200Higher Timeframe Key support Zone 1.36 to 1.36601.3540 (2025 Lows)Resistance Levels: 1.3850 Main Resistance1.38 intermediate ResistanceUS and Canada Economic Calendar for the Rest of the Week US and Canadian Data for the rest of the week, MarketPulse Economic Calendar The Calendar is fairly packed for Canada towards the end of the week. Markets expect Ivey PMIs for Canada tomorrow and the Monthly jobs number on Friday. US data will be a tid-bit lighted with Jobless claims tomorrow and University of Michigan data on Friday. Safe Trades! 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. © 2025 OANDA Business Information & Services Inc.

Veteran trader Peter Brandt delivered a sharp critique of Bitcoin holders this week. According to posts on X, Brandt, a septuagenarian with more than 800,000 followers, lashed out at those who “hodl” through thick and thin. He called them “a bunch of idiots who borrow money to buy pizza.” His message was blunt. He urged people to “get a life,” warning that faith in Bitcoin as a cure-all will leave many disappointed. Trader Slams Hodl Mentality Brandt argued that Bitcoin is “just an asset” and nothing more. He stressed that treating it like a miracle fix gives the crypto community a bad image. Reports have disclosed that he’s grown tired of endless debates online. “I have had it up to the tip of my head with people on Twitter X,” Brandt wrote, suggesting that constant arguing was driving him up the wall. His tone left little room for polite debate. Overnight, replies flooded in. Some praised his honesty. Others snapped back with equally harsh words. Others defended Bitcoin as more than charts and price swings. The back-and-forth underscored a split: traders who focus on risk and charts versus holders who see crypto as a movement. Community Pushback On X Across the crypto world, Brandt’s comments stirred a wave of reactions. According to data on social media engagement, his post attracted hundreds of replies within hours. Many messages mixed humor and anger, with memes featuring pizza and margin calls. Others pointed to Bitcoin’s gains this year, noting it has climbed more than 50% since January. That rise fueled confidence among hodlers—and a readiness to push back against Brandt’s barbs. Despite the heat, Brandt held his ground. He pressed on, saying that tying one’s identity too closely to Bitcoin’s price is a mistake. His warning was an echo of a broader caution in trading circles: markets can turn on a dime. Brandt’s straight talk cut through hype and spin, but it also risked widening the gap between chart watchers and true believers. Saylor Offers A Balanced View In the face of the storm, US President Donald Trump’s former business confidante Michael Saylor weighed in—though without naming Brandt directly. Based on reports, Saylor described Bitcoin as “an asset, circulating on a network, governed by a protocol, and rooted in ideology.” He struck a middle ground by acknowledging both the market’s technical side and its passionate supporters. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

Kodal Minerals (LON: KOD) reported on Wednesday progress at the open pit mining and Stage 1 dense media separation (DMS) processing plant at the Bougouni lithium project in Southern Mali. Bougouni is set to become Mali’s second operational lithium mine, following Ganfeng Lithium’s first spodumene production at the Goulamina project in December 2024. The project is operated by the local Mali registered mining company, Les Mines de Lithium de Bougouni SA (LMLB), a subsidiary of Kodal Mining UK Limited, in which Kodal has a 49% shareholding. The DMS processing plant continuing to process pegmatite ore and improvements to the plant are ongoing, the company said, adding that spodumene concentrate production currently exceeds 45,000 tonnes of product available for export. Open-pit mining is continuing at Ngoualana. However, access to the lower levels of the open pit is restricted due to heavy rainfall typical of the wet season, and excess water in the pit, the company said. Mining is continuing with the removal of free-dig material to final pit boundaries. Mineralised pegmatite ore on the run-of-mine stockpile ensures that the DMS processing plant continues to operate. The LMLB operation team is planning a shut down and maintenance period commencing late August to complete a final systematic check of the plant and complete improvements. The Mali Minister of Mines, Professor Amadou Keita, and the Governor of the Bougouni Region, General Ousmane Wele, completed a successful site visit to the Bougouni operations last week – with positive feedback provided by the Minister, the company said. The Bougouni team emphasised to the delegation the need for the export permit to be issued as soon as possible and demonstrated the significant volume of spodumene concentrate product available for immediate shipment. The company said it is continuing site preparations for first export and are liaising with the ports of Abidjan and San Pedro in Côte d’Ivoire to ensure readiness for first shipment. “I am pleased to confirm that the LMLB team are continuing to work closely with the government of Mali to finalise the requirements for an export permit,” Kodal Minerals CEO Bernard Aylward said in a news release. “Once granted, the export permit will allow, inter alia, the transportation of the large stockpiles of spodumene concentrate to ports for shipment to China,” Aylward said. “The recent visit by the Malian Minister of Mines …and the Governor of the Bougouni region… was received positively. “During the visit, the LMLB team highlighted the large volumes of spodumene concentrate stored at the site along with the risk of running out of storage space. The LMLB team also emphasised the need for the project to expedite exports, which was noted by the delegation.”

Cardano’s Midnight Network has launched its highly anticipated NIGHT token airdrop, and the crypto community responded in full force. Within hours of the August 5 launch of the “Glacier Drop” phase, over 11,000 wallets across eight major blockchains claimed more than 250 million NIGHT tokens. The Midnight claim portal, now live, supports wallets from Cardano, Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana, BNB, Avalanche, and Brave’s BAT. In total, 33.6 million wallets are eligible to participate in this multi-phase distribution. Phased Airdrop Mechanics and Cross-Chain Eligibility While Cardano users will receive the largest share, 50% of the total 24 billion NIGHT tokens, holders from other networks are also included in the drop. The claim process is designed to be fair and non-custodial, requiring users to verify eligibility and sign a transaction. This first phase will remain open for 60 days, followed by a second phase (Scavenger Mine) where users can earn unclaimed tokens through on-chain computational tasks. A third “Lost-and-Found” stage will begin post-mainnet and allow late claims for a limited fraction of the original allocation. Ledger Wallet Glitch Hampers Some Cardano Users Despite the excitement, not everything has gone smoothly. Many ADA holders using Ledger hardware wallets reported issues when trying to claim NIGHT tokens. According to Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson, the problem lies with Ledger’s firmware, which currently supports message signing of only 31 bytes, far short of the 251 bytes needed for the Glacier Drop. Cardano developers are actively working on a workaround, urging affected users to try again later in the month. “If you are one of the impacted people, then come back towards the end of the month and try again,” Hoskinson advised on X. $71M Upgrade Fails to Lift ADA Price Surprisingly, the airdrop’s momentum comes at a time when Cardano’s $71 million network upgrade has underwhelmed the market. Designed to enhance smart contract performance and scalability, the update has barely moved ADA’s price, which hovers around $0.72, a 2.92% drop in the last 24 hours. Cover image from ChatGPT, ADAUSD chart from Tradingview

Shiba Inu’s blockchain platform, Shibarium, is reportedly stepping beyond its original role as a Layer 2 (L2) scaling solution. In a recent announcement, the development team revealed that Shibarium is now positioned as the core infrastructure for a decentralized, community-led future, highlighting its broader functionality and long-term vision for the evolving ecosystem. Shibarium Evolves Beyond Layer 2 Solution On August 4, the Shiba Inu team behind Shibarium clarified in an X social media post that the platform is more than just a Layer 2 scaling solution. They described it as a robust infrastructure designed to power a fully decentralized, community-driven ecosystem. This positioning marks a strategic expansion of Shibarium’s role in the broader blockchain space, emphasizing its importance as a foundational layer for both innovation and governance. Initially introduced as a Layer 2 built on the Ethereum blockchain to provide scalable and low-cost transactions, Shibarium’s evolution reflects a deliberate shift towards multifunctional utility. The team has outlined the platform’s capacity to support on-chain governance structures, Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs), Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), and real-world applications. This indicates Shibarium’s readiness to serve as a multi-purpose blockchain ecosystem rather than a single-purpose scaling solution. Another key component highlighted by the Shiba Inu team is Shibarium’s ability to allow developers to build freely on the network while empowering communities to govern their protocols independently. This dual emphasis on infrastructure and self-governance aligns with the core principles of decentralization, giving Shibarium the potential to become a breeding ground for next-generation blockchain applications. Compared to other Layer 2 solutions that primarily focus on throughput and transaction fees, the Shiba Inu team notes that Shibarium integrates the above features within a framework geared toward long-term sustainability and utility. In doing so, the team presents Shibarium as a dynamic platform where resilience and innovation converge to support a decentralized future. WoofSwap Proposes Major Updates For Shibarium WoofSwap, a key community voice within the Shiba Inu ecosystem, released a set of reform proposals on X, aimed at enhancing Shibarium’s scalability, utility, and overall appeal. At the center of the suggestions is a potential revision to the 20 million BONE token allocation, with WoofSwap urging community input to fine-tune the distribution. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Bearish Reversal Setup Says Dump Below $0.000013 Is Coming Alongside tokenomics adjustments, the proposal targets technical improvements such as optimizing cross-chain speed to achieve a near one-minute transaction finality, positioning Shibarium as a faster and more competitive Layer 2 network. Other key technical refinements include streamlining smart contracts to lower Ethereum gas fees and expanding support for trendline cross-chain tokens. Beyond infrastructure, the proposal addresses governance and engagement for Shibarium. Decentralization also remains a priority, with a call to gradually open validator nodes while maintaining strict security standards. WoofSwap also urged influencers to be more cautious with their public roles, highlighting the need for credibility as Shibarium evolves.