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As Ethereum turns 10 years old, the crypto community has gathered to celebrate the network that helped shape the industry over the past decade, with anecdotes from industry leaders and bullish predictions for Ether’s (ETH) upcoming price action. Ethereum Hits 10-Year Milestone Ethereum and the crypto community are celebrating the blockchain’s 10th anniversary by highlighting some of the ecosystem’s key events since 2015, like the ICO craze, the non-fungible tokensFT boom, The Merge, and spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In an X post, Unchained host Laura Shin listed some of Ethereum’s milestones, including its first spot in client diversity, Total Value Locked (TVL), and the number of ecosystem developers. Shin also emphasized the network’s 100% uptime rate during the last 10 years. One of Ethereum’s developers, Lefteris Karapetsas, commemorated the anniversary by sharing some pictures from July 30, 2015, stating, “We were a small team of hackers in an office in Kreuzberg in Berlin and we had just launched the Ethereum network. The rest is history. Looking back at the last 10 years, I am excited about the next 10 years, the next 25, the next 100.” Meanwhile, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong revealed how the US immigration system technically “contributed” to Ethereum’s creation: Fun fact: I met @vitalikbuterin in 2013 at the San Jose Bitcoin conference when he was writing for Bitcoin Magazine (his writing was great). A few months later I invited him to come by Coinbase’s first office in San Francisco for a visit and he showed us some cool stuff on his laptop. Armstrong explained that he tried to hire Vitalik Buterin in 2013, but due to a series of circumstances, including problems obtaining a US work Visa, Buterin was forced to return to Canada. “While he was stuck in Canada, he created Ethereum,” the CEO detailed, “So, in a way, the sub-optimal immigration system in the U.S. contributed to the creation of Ethereum.” Bankless co-founder David Hoffman jokingly replied that “Coinbase almost prevented Ethereum from ever happening.” ETH’s Birthday Fun Delayed? On its birthday, ETH started the day trying to reclaim the $3,800 mark, which some analysts consider the “last major resistance” before new highs. The King of Altcoins has been attempting to successfully break out from this level for over a week, with two failed attempts during this timeframe. At the start of the week, the cryptocurrency briefly surged above this level, hitting a seven-month high of $3,941 on Monday. However, the recent market pullback sent Ethereum back inside its local range. During the Wednesday celebrations, ETH’s price suffered 4% drop to the $3,680 area, fueled by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) announcement of its decision to leave interest rates unchanged. Nonetheless, it quickly recovered from the initial market reaction, which saw liquidations worth $212 million in just 60 minutes. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez affirmed that as long as the $3,300 support zone holds, ETH “could be on track for a move to $4,220 and potentially $5,140, based on the MVRV Pricing Bands.” Similarly, market watcher Merlijn The Trader noted that “liquidity is pulling Ethereum like a magnet. ETH is gravitating toward $4,000, the largest wall of resting orders in months. One clean push… and it detonates.” As of this writing, ETH is trading at $3,760, a 5% increase in the weekly timeframe.

An analyst has pointed out how Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) is showing multiple TA signals that could hint that a rebound may be coming. Pudgy Penguins May Be Gearing Up For A Rebound In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about some signals forming in the hourly price of Pudgy Penguins. Below is the PENGU chart shared by Martinez, highlighting these bullish setups that have appeared recently. First, the Tom Demark (TD) Sequential has flashed a buy signal for PENGU. The TD Sequential is an indicator that’s used for locating points of probable reversal in any asset’s price. It involves two phases: setup and countdown. In the first phase, the setup, candles of the same color are counted up to nine, with the ninth candle marking a potential top or bottom for the asset. The countdown picks up where the setup left and goes on for another thirteen candles, before the price is considered to have arrived at another reversal. The TD Sequential has completed the former type of phase with nine red candles for Pudgy Penguins recently, which indicates that the cryptocurrency may be near or at a bottom. The second signal forming for the coin is the divergence between its price and its Relative Strength Index (RSI). The RSI keeps track of the speed and magnitude of changes occurring in a given asset. From the chart, it’s apparent that the metric fell into the area below 30 earlier. This zone corresponds to oversold conditions. It’s also visible, however, that it has since climbed back out of the region while PENGU has continued to decline. Such a divergence is usually considered to be a bullish signal. Lastly, the cryptocurrency is currently sitting near the support level of a short-term Parallel Channel. This pattern appears whenever an asset’s price consolidates between two parallel trendlines. There are three different types of Parallel Channels, but the version relevant here involves trendlines that are parallel to the time-axis. That is, the variant where the asset consolidates in an exactly sideways manner. The lower line of a Parallel Channel is assumed to be a source of support, while the upper one that of resistance. As such, given that PENGU is sliding down toward the bottom line of the pattern currently, it’s possible that it might find a turnaround. Given all these TA signals, a bullish rebound may be on the cards for the cryptocurrency. “All signs point to liftoff!” notes Martinez. It now remains to be seen how the coin will develop in the coming days. PENGU Price At the time of writing, PENGU is floating around $0.037, down 11% in the last seven days.

XRP price started a downside correction below the $3.120 zone. The price is now attempting a recovery and might aim for a move above the $3.1650 level. XRP price is attempting to start a fresh increase from the $3.00 zone. The price is now trading below $3.180 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3.150 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $3.00 zone. XRP Price Eyes Upside Break XRP price started a fresh decline below the $3.20 zone, unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price declined below the $3.120 and $3.080 support levels. The bears even pushed the price below the $3.020 support zone. Finally, the bulls appeared near the $3.00 level. A low was formed at $2.999 and the price is now attempting a recovery wave. There was a move above the $3.050 and $3.080 levels. The price surpassed the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3.330 swing high to the $2.999 low. The price is now trading below $3.150 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3.150 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.150 level. The first major resistance is near the $3.1650 level. A clear move above the $3.1650 resistance might send the price toward the $3.20 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.250 resistance or even $3.30 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $3.350 zone. Another Drop? If XRP fails to clear the $3.1650 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3.080 level. The next major support is near the $3.00 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $3.00 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $2.920 support. The next major support sits near the $2.850 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 above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $3.080 and $3.00. Major Resistance Levels – $3.1650 and $3.20.

Ethereum price found support near the $3,680 zone. ETH is now rising and might soon aim for a move toward the $4,000 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,740 and $3,800 levels. The price is trading above $3,820 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,810 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,800 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Eyes Fresh Gains Ethereum price started a downside correction from the $3,940 level, like Bitcoin. ETH price declined below the $3,900 and $3,800 support levels. The bears even pushed the price below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3,515 swing low to the $3,940 high. Finally, the price spiked below $3,700 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. It tested the $3,680 support zone. The bulls protected the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3,515 swing low to the $3,940 high. The price is again rising above the $3,750 level. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,810 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading above $3,820 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,880 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,920 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,940 level. A clear move above the $3,940 resistance might send the price toward the $3,980 resistance. An upside break above the $3,980 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $4,050 resistance zone or even $4,120 in the near term. Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,880 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,800 level. The first major support sits near the $3,720 zone. A clear move below the $3,720 support might push the price toward the $3,680 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,565 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,500. 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 – $3,800 Major Resistance Level – $3,880

A new wave of buzz has hit the XRP community after an expert shared a teasing message on Twitter. Crypto analyst Armando Pantoja, a member of the Benzinga Crypto Advisory Board, said he just got off a call with contacts in Washington, D.C. and hinted that XRP is “about to explode.” He couldn’t give details, but he left a clear sign that something big might be on the way. His words “Big Move Incoming” and the tip that holders of at least 1,000 XRP are already ahead of the curve have pushed traders to watch the token more closely. How 1,000 XRP Stands Out According to data from the XRP Rich List, there are about 6.8 million XRP wallets in existence. Close to 6 million of those are retail wallets holding fewer than 1,000 XRP. Only 10% of wallets hold more than 2,438 XRP. Those numbers suggest that owning at least 1,000 coins puts you well above the average holder. Based on analysis, even 3,300 XRP—worth around $9,000 at today’s prices—could place an investor among the top tier of XRP owners. Insider Teases Big Move According to Pantoja’s tweet, the timing of the coming news might be tight. He didn’t spell out when his contacts expect the “explode” moment. At the time of writing, XRP was trading at about $3.14. That makes a 1,000‑token stack cost near $3,000. If Pantoja’s hint proves accurate, early buyers could see strong gains. But the lack of specifics means it’s hard to know whether he’s talking about new rules from US regulators, an institutional deal, or just fueling excitement. Varied Expert Price Targets Some believe XRP could rally more than 300x to exceed $1,000 per token. And some analysts even suggested that price could hit that level as early as next year. For instance, analyst Jake Claver of Digital Ascension Group estimated that 6,000 XRP would generate $300,000 in annual income at a $1,000 price, enough for a comfortable US lifestyle in many areas. On the other hand, other market observers have urged investors to aim for 40,000 or 50k XRP—currently worth over $150,000—while planning for more moderate price goals. Those forecasts differ widely, reflecting both hope and caution in the community. What’s Next For XRP? In the end, Pantoja’s tip and the on‑chain figures give retail holders reason to pay attention. But without clear details from his D.C. contacts, it’s hard to say if this is a signal to buy more or simply another wave of hype. Investors thinking of adding to their stacks should set clear goals, watch their risk, and have a plan in case the “Big Move” never lands. Whether you hold 1,000 XRP or 50,000 XRP, now might be the time to rethink your strategy—and stay ready for whatever comes next. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

Bitcoin (BTC) remains within a tight trading range following a recent pullback from its all-time high. At the time of writing, the world’s largest cryptocurrency is priced at $118,570, reflecting a 0.3% increase over the past 24 hours. Recent analysis shared on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform by market contributor ShayanMarkets highlights a noticeable change in Bitcoin’s futures market activity. According to the analyst, while previous price surges in the $70,000–$90,000 range were marked by significant speculative pressure and leverage buildup, the current trend shows signs of cooling despite elevated price levels. This shift could play a key role in determining Bitcoin’s trajectory in the coming weeks. Bitcoin Futures Market Shows Signs of Normalization ShayanMarkets explained that during past rallies, the futures market displayed what he called “heating and overheating phases,” often visible in red clusters on the volume bubble map. These periods typically led to corrections or temporary price consolidations as leveraged positions unwound. However, the current data reflects a different setup. Despite Bitcoin remaining near record highs, futures market activity has transitioned to neutral and cooling phases, shown by grey and green bubbles on the chart. The analyst noted that this cooling phase could be a sign of de-risking among traders, as speculative activity eases while spot demand supports the price. In a statement on QuickTake, ShayanMarkets said: This reset in leverage, despite BTC staying above $100K, signals healthier market conditions as demand shifts toward organic buying rather than high-risk speculative bets. The analyst added that if the reduced speculative pressure continues, it could provide the foundation for another significant price increase, potentially setting Bitcoin up to break past its previous all-time high above $123K. Long-Term Whales Take Profits Amid Price Stability Meanwhile, another analysis from CryptoQuant contributor CoinCare revealed selling activity from long-term Bitcoin holders, often referred to as “whales,” who have maintained their positions for over a decade. According to CoinCare, some of these holders, including those who first accumulated Bitcoin around 2013, have started to liquidate a portion of their holdings. This selling activity aligns with the historical timeline of Bitcoin’s sharp rise from under $100 to roughly $1,000 during that period, representing a potential 117,900% return for early adopters. Such profit-taking from early investors is not unusual during periods of elevated prices and does not necessarily indicate a shift in long-term market sentiment. Historically, whale activity has influenced short-term volatility but has also contributed to market redistribution, allowing newer participants to enter the market. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin price is still above the $117,500 support zone. BTC is rising and might attempt to clear the $118,600 resistance zone to gain bullish momentum. Bitcoin started a decent upward move from the $116,000 zone. The price is trading near $118,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $118,620 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $118,620 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Eyes Upside Break Bitcoin price started a downside correction from the $119,796 high. BTC declined below the $119,000 and $118,500 support levels to enter a short-term bearish zone. The bears pushed the price below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $114,733 swing low to the $119,796 high. The decline gained pace and the price even spiked toward the $116,000 support zone where the bulls appeared. They protected the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $114,733 swing low to the $119,796 high. The price is again rising above $118,000. Bitcoin is now trading near $118,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $118,620 level. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $118,620 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The first key resistance is near the $119,200 level. The next resistance could be $119,800. A close above the $119,800 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $120,500 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $122,500 level. The main target could be $123,200. Another Decline In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $118,620 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $117,500 level. The first major support is near the $116,250 level. The next support is now near the $116,000 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $114,500 support in the near term. The main support sits at $113,500, below which BTC might continue to move down. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining 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 $116,250. Major Resistance Levels – $118,620 and $119,800.

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) will conclude its monetary policy today at 11.00 (SGT) and release its latest quarterly outlook report. It is widely expected that the BoJ will maintain its key short-term interest rate unchanged at 0.5%, its highest level since 2008, for the fourth consecutive meeting due to uncertainties on the impact of US trade tariffs. Also, BoJ is likely to revise its inflation outlook higher for this fiscal year 2025 in its quarterly outlook report to 2.5% from 2.5% due to the secondary effects from US tariffs, while maintaining its inflation forecast unchanged at 1.7% for FY 2026, and 1.9% for FY 2027, according to consensus estimates. Hence, the BoJ may continue to signal that an interest rate hike of 25 basis points is still “live” before 2025 ends, which in turn is likely to put a floor under recent weakness seen in the Japanese yen. Let’s now focus our attention on a short to medium-term technical trading set-up on the AUD/JPY cross pair. Fig 1: AUD/JPY medium-term trend as of 31 July 2025 (Source: TradingView) Preferred trend bias (1-3 weeks) Bearish bias with key medium-term pivotal resistance at 97.30 and a break below 95.70 exposes the next medium-term supports at 94.80 (also the 50-day moving average) and 93.95. Key elements The appearance of a bearish “Double Top” configuration right below the former long-term secular ascending channel support from March 2020 suggests that the recent medium-term uptrend phase of the AUD/JPY from 9 April 2025 low is likely to have ended.The 4-hour MACD trend indicator has trended lower below its centreline, and it is now breaking below a key parallel ascending support in place since 22 May 2025. The observations suggest a medium-term uptrend termination on the AUD/JPY.The yield premium between the 2-year Australian government bond over the 2-year Japanese government bond has continued to shrink since 16 July 2025 which may put further downside pressure on the AUD/JPY.Alternative trend bias (1 to 3 weeks) A clearance above 97.30 shifts the focus back to the bulls on the AUD/JPY for the next resistance at 98.70 in the first step. 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.

Following another rejection at the $120,000 level, Bitcoin (BTC) is beginning to show signs of cooling off – potentially setting the stage for another rally in the second half of the year. Some analysts now predict that BTC’s next top could approach $150,000. Bitcoin’s Current Overheating Phase Short-Lived According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake post by contributor Crypto Dan, Bitcoin is currently entering a cooling-off period after a short-term overheating phase. The warning signs are most evident in the cohort of BTC held for one day to one week. Crypto Dan shared the following chart showing that this short-term holding cohort is now recording successively lower spikes, suggesting that overheated market conditions are easing. The analyst compared the current environment to previous overheating phases seen between March-October 2024 and January-April 2025. In both instances, the overheating lasted longer and was more intense (shown in red boxes). In contrast, the current overheating conditions (shown in yellow box) show shorter extent and duration compared to the aforementioned two instances. The analyst added: Also, since the recent price increase was relatively modest, we may see a milder and shorter correction in the short term. However, it’s important to remain patient and look forward to a potential uptrend in the second half of 2025. The increase in BTC’s price during the latest rally saw the digital asset surge from around $108,000 on July 1 to a new all-time high (ATH) of $123,128 on July 13, before stabilizing around the $117,500 mark at the time of writing. Is BTC Preparing For Its Next Big Move? As Bitcoin consolidates, several analysts suggest the top cryptocurrency may be gearing up for a major move – likely to the upside. Veteran crypto analyst Titan of Crypto noted that Bitcoin is currently “in a pressure cooker.” Titan of Crypto shared the following chart, highlighting that Bollinger Bands are tightening while volatility is shrinking. At the same time, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is compressing – often a precursor to a breakout. Fellow analyst Ali Martinez added that BTC’s next top could reach $149,679, based on the Cumulative Value Days Destroyed (CVD) metric. For context, the CVD metric measures whether buyers or sellers are dominating trading volume over time. That said, some warning signs linger. Recently, Bitcoin exchange reserves reached a one-month high, suggesting that some holders may be preparing to sell – potentially putting pressure on the current bullish trend. At press time, BTC trades at $117,546, down 0.4% in the past 24 hours.

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade within a narrow price range, showing limited upward movement over the past week. At the time of writing, the leading cryptocurrency is priced around $117,719, representing a 1% decline in the past 24 hours and a 4.2% drop from its recent all-time high above $123,000. Amid this price performance, a recent analysis shared on CryptoQuant’s QuickTake platform by contributor BorisVest sheds light on possible underlying market dynamics influencing Bitcoin’s current state. According to the analyst, data from Binance futures suggests that despite muted volatility, certain trading patterns could be shaping BTC’s near-term direction. These observations have prompted discussions about whether market makers are deliberately maintaining a controlled range before a significant price move occurs. Binance Data Suggests Strategic Positioning BorisVest highlighted that Open Interest on Binance has remained steady between $13 billion and $14 billion over the past 20 days. This stability indicates that while new positions are not rapidly increasing, existing trades are being actively maintained. “Such behavior in a range environment often signals silent accumulation or strategic stalling,” the analyst wrote, suggesting that larger players may be carefully managing exposure during this consolidation phase. The Taker Buy/Sell Ratio, currently at 0.9, points to increased selling pressure from market takers. However, Bitcoin’s price has not experienced a sharp decline despite this activity, indicating that passive buyers are absorbing the sell orders. BorisVest added that the Funding Rate, hovering around 0.01, reflects a lack of aggressive leverage from either long or short positions. This could mean that institutional or high-volume traders are building positions gradually, avoiding extremes that typically lead to rapid price swings. Bitcoin Possible Downside Shakeout Before a Breakout The analysis also examined Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) data on Binance, which shows persistent selling in futures markets. Yet, despite ongoing sell-side activity, Bitcoin continues to resist significant downward movement. According to BorisVest, this could set the stage for a potential liquidity-driven shakeout. He suggested that BTC might temporarily dip toward $110,000 to clear out weak long positions and attract additional short interest. This could pave the way for a stronger, more sustainable breakout in the future. While these metrics do not guarantee an imminent breakout or breakdown, they point to a fragile equilibrium in Bitcoin’s market structure. Historically, prolonged consolidation phases in BTC have often preceded sharp moves in either direction. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

American Tungsten (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) is planning to rehabilitate the historic Ima mine in Patterson, Idaho and expand its drilling program. On Wednesday the company said it has secured preliminary approval for its site remediation plan, which focuses on restoring the existing infrastructure to support future production goals. In May, the company kicked off construction and building work to support exploration and mine planning at the Ima project. Tungsten is crucial for defense, industrial and technology applications, but 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. Ima is a past-producing underground tungsten mine situated on 22 patented claims located in east central Idaho. Between 1945 and 1957, the property produced approximately 199,449 metric ton units of tungsten trioxide (WO3). It was subsequently explored for molybdenum and tungsten by various operators between 1960 and 2008. “As global demand for secure critical metals intensifies, American Tungsten continues to build strategic momentum, reinforcing its role as a cornerstone of North America’s tungsten supply chain,” CEO Ali Haji said in a news release. “The company’s dual approach—revitalizing a historically rich asset while defining a maiden resource, positions American Tungsten at the forefront of sustainable resource advancement,” Haji said.

On July 29, 2025, OMNI (Omni Network) stunned the crypto market with a spectacular 200% price surge, triggered by its listing on Upbit, South Korea’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. This move opened the token to a highly speculative investor base, resulting in a trading volume explosion of over $900 million in just 24 hours. In a recent tweet, Renowned trader Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) highlighted OMNI’s performance, revealing that his altcoin portfolio jumped from $35,000 to $60,000, driven by timely trades and strategic exposure to OMNI. Despite ongoing corrections in major tokens like BTC and ETH, OMNI’s rally shows how altcoins can thrive in selective pockets of market volatility. Why OMNI is Gaining Attention Beyond the Hype OMNI’s breakout is fueled by a combination of factors. The Upbit listing attracted significant retail demand, while Binance Wallet’s 11% APY staking incentive encouraged long-term holding. Fewer circulating tokens created scarcity, driving the price up rapidly. Beyond speculation, OMNI’s integration with platforms like Aarna AI and PaintSwap strengthens its real-world utility in DeFi and crypto payroll solutions. These use cases provide substance to the rally, suggesting OMNI could sustain interest if development continues. Is Another OMNI Rally in the Cards? With OMNI trading at $5.40 and showing a 234% gain in July, traders are eyeing a potential continuation. However, resistance near $7.08 could be a critical level. Analysts urge caution: speculative pumps can reverse sharply. Still, the token’s performance serves as a case study in how listings, staking, and use cases can align for explosive returns. Traders seeking similar opportunities should track volume spikes, on-chain wallet activity, and BTC dominance shifts to identify the next breakout. In a market full of uncertainty, this crypto’s rally offers both inspiration and a reminder of the risks that come with chasing high-flying altcoins. Cover image from Unsplash, chart from Tradingview

A new Glassnode report has revealed that $141,000 could end up being the next major resistance for Bitcoin, should its price break convincingly higher. Bitcoin Is Currently Trading Between These Two STH Pricing Bands In its latest weekly report, the on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has discussed the Short-Term Holder (STH) Cost Basis and some pricing bands derived from it. This indicator measures, as its name suggests, the cost basis or acquisition level of the average investor part of the STH cohort. Formally, STHs are defined as investors who have been holding their coins for less than 155 days. This group is made up of the new entrants in the network and high-frequency traders. In other words, it represents the low-conviction side of the market. A cohort called the long-term holder (LTH) group (holding time greater than 155 days) corresponds to BTC’s HODLers. When the price of the cryptocurrency is trading above the STH Cost Basis, it means the STH cohort as a whole is in a state of net unrealized profit. On the other hand, the asset’s value being under the metric suggests the dominance of loss among the cohort. Historically, the STH Cost Basis has served as an important boundary between local bullish and bearish trends. Below is the chart shared by the analytics firm that shows which side of it the asset is trading right now. As displayed in the graph, the Bitcoin price broke through the STH Cost Basis earlier in the year and has since gained a notable amount of distance over it. At the current metric value of $105,400 and the latest BTC price, the STHs are sitting on a net gain of 11.5%. “To add statistical context, we can apply standard deviation bands around the STH cost basis,” explains the report. “These dynamic price zones help identify areas of trend exhaustion or breakout potential.” From the chart, it’s visible that BTC has found resistance at the +1 standard deviation (SD) band multiple times this cycle, with two rejections coming in the bullish push of the last few months alone. At present, this level lies at $125,100. “From a broader perspective, this suggests that Bitcoin may remain range-bound between $105K and $125K until a decisive breakout occurs,” notes Glassnode. What will happen once a breakout does occur? According to the analytics firm, the +2 SD level situated at $141,600 could become the next major area of resistance instead. At this level, STH profits would have ballooned significantly, raising the chances of mass selling occurring with the motive of profit-taking. BTC Price Bitcoin has continued to consolidate inside its range recently as its price is still trading around $117,600.

The XRP price is gaining traction once again as bullish signals strengthen across the charts. Following a decisive move above a critical support level, the cryptocurrency is now positioned for a potential upward move. A new technical analysis suggests that XRP could climb over 44%, targeting $4.804 in the near term—but only if the support level remains intact. XRP Price To Pump 44% If Support Holds Despite experiencing a pullback these past few days, the XRP price continues to show strong bullish momentum as it aims for new highs. In a recent analysis on X social media, crypto market expert Javon Marks forecasted that XRP may be on the brink of a significant price breakout. According to his price chart, the cryptocurrency is trading significantly above $2.47, a level that has been confirmed as a key support zone. Marks’ chart shows that this support level was previously a resistance and now serves as a foundation for the next potential leg higher. The expert’s analysis indicates that as long as XRP continues to hold above the support level, the next upward target remains firmly set at $4.804. This level represents a 44% price increase from its current price of $3.12. Notably, the technical setup presented by the analyst includes a consistent trend of higher lows, reinforcing the potential for a larger breakout to unfold. Mark’s chart also outlines an extended target beyond $4.804. If XRP manages to reach and break above this initial level, the analyst projects a potential surge toward $7.138, reflecting an impressive 128.7% increase from current prices. Notably, a possible move above $4 would already mark a new all-time high for the third-largest cryptocurrency—but breaking past $7 would represent a historic rally, indicating a strong continuation of the current bullish sequence. XRP Teeters At $3 After Rejection From Resistance XRP is currently at a critical turning point as price action rejected sharply from the $3.66 resistance level, sliding nearly 11% to test the $3.00 support zone. Based on a technical analysis by crypto expert Gael Gallot, this rejection follows a breakout attempt from a long-form symmetrical triangle stretching back to February. XRP’s daily chart shows its price forming a large ascending triangle pattern, though the recent rejection at the top of the trendline hints at an incoming upward move. Notably, Gallot predicts that a confirmed breakout and retest above $3.3 could ignite the next leg up, with XRP possibly revisiting the $3.66 zone and beyond. The analyst calls this phase a “Pullback or Setup,” highlighting a mix of signals, including a sharp 44% decline in active XRP wallets as whales accumulate over 280 million tokens even as Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen reportedly moved 50 million XRP. Short-term sentiment also appears mixed, with US traders staying cautious while Asian markets show signs of steady accumulation.

The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady today at 4.25-4.50% for the fifth meeting in a row. What wasn’t expected were dissents from two Fed Board Governors, which hasn’t happened in over 30 years. Fed policymakers typically try to show a united front for its monetary policy decisions. Yet, heightened uncertainty over the impact of protectionist trade policies on our economy is beginning to divide them. Today’s meeting was the first time since 1993 that more than one Board Governor voted against the policy decision. Fed Board Governors Michelle Bowman and Christopher Waller voiced support for an interest rate cut. Why is the central bank holding back on lowering interest rates? The Fed repeated today that uncertainty about the economic outlook “remains elevated” and that it is appropriate to hold interest rates at current levels since inflation remains above target. In his press conference after the meeting, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said that keeping rates on hold was “appropriate to guard against inflation risks” as the tariff impact begins to appear in rising consumer prices. Some economists say that it takes time for the impact of protectionist policies to work their way through supply chains and onto store shelves. The Fed has stated it wants to continue to monitor the data in the weeks ahead. There was little reaction to the Fed news, with stocks trading marginally higher and gold trading slightly lower in afternoon trading. Gold has settled into a quiet, sideways holding pattern in recent months, after climbing to a record high above $3,400 back in April. Strong central bank buying, uncertainty over the economic impact from shifts to the global trading order, still-high inflation, and wars on several fronts drove safe-haven demand for the metal. What’s Next for Gold? Demand for gold remains strong. Central banks continue to diversify away from the U.S. dollar and are increasing their allocation to physical gold. In May, the latest data available, central banks bought 20 tonnes of gold, up from 11 tonnes in April, according to the World Gold Council. And, according to a recent HSBC survey, affluent investors have doubled their allocation to gold from 4%-11%. Finally, Fidelity has released a new forecast, echoing Goldman Sachs, that projects gold will reach $4,000 an ounce. Gold is expected to break out of its holding pattern and climb to new record levels. The orderly and quiet summer markets create opportune buying periods for long-term investors who want to increase their wealth protection through a bigger allocation to physical gold. The Fed next meets on September 16-17 and all eyes will remain on the central bank for its next moves. Don’t wait until then to make your next gold move. Consider buying more gold today, while prices are still low. Photo by Joshua Woroniecki on Unsplash The post Fed Policymakers Reveal Cracks in Consensus appeared first on Blanchard and Company.

The Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady today at 4.25-4.50% for the fifth meeting in a row. What wasn’t expected were dissents from two Fed Board Governors, which hasn’t happened in over 30 years. Fed policymakers typically try to show a united front for its monetary policy decisions. Yet, heightened uncertainty over the impact of protectionist trade policies on our economy is beginning to divide them. Today’s meeting was the first time since 1993 that more than one Board Governor voted against the policy decision. Fed Board Governors Michelle Bowman and Christopher Waller voiced support for an interest rate cut. Why is the central bank holding back on lowering interest rates? The Fed repeated today that uncertainty about the economic outlook “remains elevated” and that it is appropriate to hold interest rates at current levels since inflation remains above target. In his press conference after the meeting, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said that keeping rates on hold was “appropriate to guard against inflation risks” as the tariff impact begins to appear in rising consumer prices. Some economists say that it takes time for the impact of protectionist policies to work their way through supply chains and onto store shelves. The Fed has stated it wants to continue to monitor the data in the weeks ahead. There was little reaction to the Fed news, with stocks trading marginally higher and gold trading slightly lower in afternoon trading. Gold has settled into a quiet, sideways holding pattern in recent months, after climbing to a record high above $3,400 back in April. Strong central bank buying, uncertainty over the economic impact from shifts to the global trading order, still-high inflation, and wars on several fronts drove safe-haven demand for the metal. What’s Next for Gold? Demand for gold remains strong. Central banks continue to diversify away from the U.S. dollar and are increasing their allocation to physical gold. In May, the latest data available, central banks bought 20 tonnes of gold, up from 11 tonnes in April, according to the World Gold Council. And, according to a recent HSBC survey, affluent investors have doubled their allocation to gold from 4%-11%. Finally, Fidelity has released a new forecast, echoing Goldman Sachs, that projects gold will reach $4,000 an ounce. Gold is expected to break out of its holding pattern and climb to new record levels. The orderly and quiet summer markets create opportune buying periods for long-term investors who want to increase their wealth protection through a bigger allocation to physical gold. The Fed next meets on September 16-17 and all eyes will remain on the central bank for its next moves. Don’t wait until then to make your next gold move. Consider buying more gold today, while prices are still low. Photo by Joshua Woroniecki on Unsplash The post Fed Policymakers Reveal Cracks in Consensus appeared first on Blanchard and Company.

Global Uranium and Enrichment’s (ASX: GUE) estimate for the Maybell project in Colorado makes it the second largest initial hard rock uranium resource in the Southwest United States and in a historic mining district for the nuclear metal. The JORC resource outlines 3.2 million inferred tonnes grading 849 parts per million (ppm) uranium oxide (U3O8) for about 6 million lb. U3O8, Global reported Wednesday. “[The resource] confirms that the Maybell Uranium project remains a substantial uranium district in the United States,” managing director Andrew Ferrier said in a release. “These results not only validate our exploration target but also highlight the significant potential to substantially increase upon this maiden resource.” The Maybell resource comes as various tailwinds continue to push the uranium sector in the US, including government support for nuclear energy and uranium mining, increasing demand for nuclear from industry, and rising production from domestic producers. Global’s resource is based on a 25-hole, 3,200-meter drill program done last year. It confirms high-grade mineralization in the sands of the productive Browns Park Formation. The district before yielded about 5.3 million lb. U3O8 at an average grade of 1,300 ppm. Global Uranium’s exploration target at Maybell ranges between 4.3 million lb. and 13.3 million lb. U3O8, at grades between 587 ppm and 1,137 ppm, derived from a historic database of more than 3,000 drill holes. Company shares closed A$0.01 or 1.43% lower in Sydney on Wednesday, giving it a market capitalization of A$31.4 million. Hard rock peers Maybell stands out as the second-largest initial uranium resource in the Southwest, behind Energy Fuels’ (TSX: EFR; NYSE-A: UUUU) Bullfrog project in Utah, which hosts 10.5 million lb. U3O8. and above that company’s La Sal complex with 4.2 million lb. U3O8. By grade, Maybell is in third place, behind Pinyon Plain with 8,100 U3O8 ppm and Bullfrog with 3,700 ppm U3O8, but above La Sal with 400 ppm U3O8. Maybell is also the first initial uranium resource in Colorado this year, one of the few JORC-compliant uranium resources in the Southwest and among the latest initial uranium resources in the region in the past few years. Global Uranium also holds other North American uranium assets, notably its Tallahassee project, which hosts a JORC resource of 44.8 million tonnes at 530 ppm U3O8 for 52.2 million lb. U3O8, enhancing the company’s scale and strategic diversification.

Log in to today's North American session recap for July 30, 2025. Today's session was so full of action it is almost forgettable that Markets received reports for both Quarterly GDP figures and Private ADP Employment data. With both beating expectations, the US Dollar got launched early in the NA session into its first daily buying wave. US data from this morning, left = actual release ; middle = consensu ; right = previous, MarketPulse Economic Calendar But Markets also saw promptly after the Bank of Canada Rate Decision, rates unchanged with markets not getting anything new from the 10:30 Macklem Speech. European GDP data also came in stronger-than-expected but this hasn't stopped the Euro from getting battered, down another 1% against the US Dollar (Trading ~1.1426 – Past week highs were around 1.18) The Federal Reserve holding their rates unchanged is also supporting the run higher in the Dollar – You can check out our news piece on the event. Markets just received the news of Microsoft and Meta beating on their Earnings, sending Nasdaq Futures and CFDs flying right after the close. The US and Brazil also saw another round of heated exchanges regarding the upcoming tariffs. Brazil will potentially cancel Oil shipments to the US and Trump throws another 40% extra tariff to goods arriving from Brazil. Oil moved higher consequently, up another 1.50% today. Read More: US Dollar back on top — North American Mid-Week Market UpdateDaily Cross-Asset performance Cross-Asset Daily Performance, July 30, 2025 – Source: TradingView Metals are largely the losers of the session, with Copper notably down 19.50% on the session Stocks were also looking pretty bad in the beginning before getting lifted from the Earnings – Check out Nasdaq and Ether's reaction right around 16:00 today. A picture of today's performance for major currencies Currency Performance, July 30 – Source: OANDA Labs Another crazy day for the US Dollar – The DXY is now close to the 100.00 mark right atfer trading closer to 97.50 at the beginning of the week. European currencies are not liking it. Earnings Season: Who is releasing their numbers tomorrow Earnings Calendar for July 31st – Source: Nasdaq.com Don't forget the Microsoft and Meta earnings releasing right after the close! Tomorrow will also be huge with the Amazon and Apple A look at Economic Data releasing in tomorrow's session For all market-moving economic releases and events, see the MarketPulse Economic Calendar. (Only High-tier data are displayed) The Calendar for tonight's and tomorrow's sessions is filled, so don't expect volatility to come down anytime soon. I invite you to take a look at the events directly on the MarketPulse Economic Calendar – but in short, expect Trade data from Australia and Japan, PMIs from China, GDP from Canada and German CPI. And also don't forget tonight's Bank of Japan decision, releasing anytime between 19:00 to 20:00. 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.

Copper prices collapsed by 20% on Wednesday afternoon after US President Donald Trump excluded the most widely imported form of copper from his planned import tariffs. In its statement, the White House confirmed that the 50% import tariff will only apply to semi-finished products such as copper pipes, wires, rods, sheets and tubes, and to copper-intensive goods like pipe fittings, cables, connectors and electrical components. Copper futures collapsed following the tariff announcement. The most actively traded COMEX copper futures fell by 19.6% to $4.5235/lb. as of 4:15 p.m. ET, the lowest since early May, following the announcement. Prior to that, US copper prices had been trading as high as 28% above the benchmark futures in London, as traders anticipated the tariff would be applied to all refined metal imports. The decision is the latest surprise from Trump to upend the copper market. When the US president first launched a probe into copper tariffs earlier this year, US copper prices skyrocketed relative to the rest of the world and set off a race to ship the metal into US borders to beat the tariffs. Then earlier this month, he triggered another surge in the US copper market with an announcement that the tariff would be 50% — twice what most market participants had been expecting — which sent prices to a new all-time high. Analysts say the move to exclude refined copper — known as cathodes — from the tariffs is likely to further roil global trade flows of the metal. The massive volumes of copper that have been shipped to the US in recent months created a huge stockpile that now may be re-exported. “If cathode is excluded, the arb is over,” said Michael Haigh, head of FIC and Commodity Research at Societe Generale. The market “should approach parity again.” The move to differentiate between refined metal and semi-processed products in the tariff policy follows lobbying from the copper industry, with some key players arguing that the US did not have sufficient capacity to replace all of its copper imports immediately. The copper levies will also not stack on top of separate charges on automobile imports, which Trump put in place earlier this year, according to the White House. (With files from Bloomberg)

Bitcoin faced renewed selling pressure on Wednesday, falling 0.45% to $118,446.5 as traders braced for pivotal macroeconomic events. This drop comes amid heightened caution ahead of the Federal Reserve’s July policy meeting and the looming implementation of steep U.S. tariffs on August 1. Despite a strong July performance, the flagship cryptocurrency remains under pressure due to profit-taking and broader market uncertainty. The decline follows a stretch of consolidation near the $120,000 level, a psychological resistance zone that prompted selling from long-term holders and institutions. Even Strategy’s historic $2.5 billion Bitcoin acquisition, adding 21,021 BTC, failed to spark a rally, suggesting investor fatigue and risk aversion are taking hold. Fed Decision and Tariff Jitters Weigh on Sentiment Investor focus remains fixed on the Federal Reserve’s rate decision, with expectations that the central bank will hold interest rates steady. However, analysts remain divided on the Fed’s longer-term stance amid calls for cuts by President Trump and signs of economic cooling. Market concerns are further amplified by impending U.S. tariffs ranging from 15% to 50%, set to take effect at the start of August. Although tariffs don’t directly impact crypto prices, they influence global sentiment and contribute to increased volatility across risk assets like Bitcoin. Meanwhile, the market is also awaiting a White House report that could outline the U.S. government’s Bitcoin holdings and clarify its stance on establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Altcoins Follow Bitcoin’s Retreat Bitcoin’s pullback echoed throughout the broader crypto market. Ethereum, the leading altcoin was one of the assets that made a dip, falling by over 2% to $3,781.5. This caused a ripple in the altcoin space with some of the major names recording similar drops: XRP fell 0.6% to $3.1290 Solana dropped 2.1% Cardano declined 1.6% Dogecoin slipped 2.2% $TRUMP coin shed 2.6% With volatility indicators tightening, analysts warn that a significant price move may be imminent as the market awaits the Fed’s outcome and macroeconomic clarity. Cover image from ChatGPT, chart from Tradingview

Markets just saw the released of the FOMC Rate Decision which stayed unchanged. July was a rough month for both the GBP and the JPY which were the worst performing currencies in the Major FX space against the Greenback (which also sparked a market-shaking comeback). The past week however did see the return of some strength for the Yen after observing a lot of bad talk around the Nippon currency– As if bearish positioning for the Yen was at an extreme. Positioning now seems more balanced as players have reduced their positions to prepare for tonight's Bank of Japan Rate Decision. No hike is expected but the BoJ tends to surprise markets so always stay ready, this one would shock the Trading World. Markets are expecting a 25 bps rate cut from the upcoming Bank of England meeting on August 7. The meeting will also see the release of the Quarterly Monetary Policy Report which will provide more details on the views from the UK Central Bank amid their ongoing Cut cycle – Cuts are currently priced in for one out of two meetings. Taking a look at the GBPJPY TechnicalsGBPJPY Daily GBPJPY Daily Chart, July 30, 2025 – Source: TradingView The most volatile FX pair has started to show some signs of retraction from its Range Extremes, right after reaching 199.976 (the pair did not breach the 200.00 level). Momentum is actually starting to confirm a potential reversal around here with the RSI going towards bearish (still at a neutral level for now). Expect whipsawing volatility between tonight's BoJ Rate Decision and next week's Bank of England meeting. The most important aspect to spot is actually the confirmation of the range after bulls tried to break higher and saw some consequent sharp reversals. Support Levels: 50 4H-MA 197.75 immediate supportIntermediate Range Resistance Zone turned pivot near 196.00Range Intermediate Support Zone around the 190.00 levelResistance Levels: Resistance Zone extremes 199.00 to 200.00Weekly highs 199.22020 4H-MA 198.25GBPJPY 4H GBPJPY 4H Chart, July 30, 2025 – Source: TradingView Looking closer to the 4H timeframe, we are spotting a trendline break-retest pattern. This would be a decent sign of reversal if it wasn't for the 4H 200-period MA holding prices – Therefore, keep this one closely in check to get a better idea of the immediate strength for bulls and bears. With the MA 20 also passing as resistance, it will be interesting to see how the action reacts in the waiting of tonight's BoJ Meeting. GBPJPY 1H Chart GBPJPY 1H Chart, July 30, 2025 – Source: TradingView Looking even closer, we are seeing that the ongoing action is evolving within a downwards channel formed since the July 8th pivot. The lower bound of the Channel is currently below 197.40 to 197.50 and its higher bound is around 198.90 – It would be uncommon to see any major breakout before tonight's BoJ Meeting. The pair will be extremely important to watch as European currencies start to show signs of weakness – Stay ready for the key Rate Decisions coming up soon. Safe Trades and good luck for tonight's Bank of Japan Meeting! 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.

Aerial panorama of the northern Pacific Ranges, British Columbia. Stock image. Maxus Mining (CSE: MAXM), announced Wednesday that is has expanded its land holdings by staking of an additional 1,803 hectares at the Quarry antimony project in British Columbia, Canada. The company said it is currently compiling of all available historic data on the project to prepare its Phase 1 Exploration Plan. In June, Maxus acquired 100% interest in three antimony exploration properties in BC: Quarry, Hurley and Altura, covering approximately 3,700 hectares. Antimony is a strategic metal used in military applications such as ammunition, infrared missiles, nuclear weapons, as well as in batteries and photovoltaic equipment. The recent cancellation of antimony exports by China, combined with a substantial price increase, have driven efforts to locate and extract this critical metal in Canada and the US. Quarry antimony project “We are pleased to announce the acquisition of additional claims through low-cost staking along a silver-lead-zinc-antimony (Ag-Pb-Zn-Sb) mineralized trend at the project,” Maxus CEO Scott Walters said in a news release. “This expansion increases the Property to over 7 kilometres of favourable stratigraphy.” The 2,632-hectare property is located on the north side of the Osilinka River, between Tenakhi and Wasi creeks, about 46 kilometres northwest of Germansen Landing in. Historical sampling highlights the property’s high-grade potential. In 1991, a sample returned assays of 20% Sb, 0.89 g/t Au, 3.8% Cu, 42.5% Pb, and 0.65 g/t Ag. Earlier grab samples collected in 1954 averaged 83.5% Pb and 1575 g/t Ag. The site offers reliable year-round access, supporting ongoing exploration initiatives, the company said.

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson made headlines this week with a bold forecast. He told investors that ADA could rise as much as 1,000× from its current level. Bitcoin, he argued, has less room to run. His comments came as Bitcoin traded around $118,000 and Cardano lingered around $0.78. Bold Claim On Returns According to Hoskinson, Bitcoin’s market cap of about $2.35 trillion leaves it with only a potential 10× upside to hit a $1 million price. By contrast, ADA sits close to $28 billion market cap. He said that a 100× move would bring ADA close to $77.90, while 1,000× would push it toward $779 per coin. Those figures imply a Cardano market cap around $27.5 trillion. It’s a gap so large that few expect it to close without major shifts in adoption or regulation. Rising Debate Over Treasury Moves Based on reports, Hoskinson has also proposed converting up to $100 million of the ADA treasury into Bitcoin and stablecoins. The goal is to boost liquidity for a planned Cardano stablecoin. Some community members warn the move could trigger selling pressure on ADA. Others argue it would strengthen the ecosystem’s cash reserves. The plan has drawn criticism from inside and outside the Cardano camp, with BTC supporters calling for a full switch and ADA loyalists pushing back. Cardano’s Role In Bitcoin’s Future According to Hoskinson, Cardano could serve as a yield layer for Bitcoin, adding smart‑contract capabilities to the original chain. He said Cardano “does substantially more” than Bitcoin’s base protocol. If wallets and DeFi apps use ADA as collateral or for staking, he believes that could drive real‑world demand. Yet today’s dApp numbers still lag behind rivals like Ethereum, and developer activity remains well below industry leaders. Huge Numbers Highlight Gap Based on market caps, a 1,000× ADA rally would vault Cardano past the world’s biggest companies and many national economies. By comparison, Bitcoin shooting for another 10× gain would keep it in the same league it already dominates. The sheer scale needed for ADA to match those multiples has few precedents in financial history. What Investors Should Watch According to market observers, the key signals will be developer growth, transaction volumes, and real‑world use cases. ADA holders will also track whether the treasury move happens and how it’s executed. Any large-scale asset swap could shake trader confidence. For now, Cardano’s community will weigh the promise of outsized gains against the risks of execution and market dynamics. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Drilling at Alba Sabrina claim block. Credit: Lithium South Development Lithium South Development (TSXV: LIS) says it has received a $62 million cash offer from South Korea’s POSCO for its portfolio of exploration assets in Argentina’s Hombre Muerto salar. The offer, which was presented last week, is non-binding and subject to several conditions, including a 60-day due diligence period, followed by a 60-day period for the negotiation and execution of the definitive agreement, Lithium South said in a news release Wednesday. The company’s main asset is the 100%-owned Hombre Muerto North (HMN) project in Salta province, comprising nine mining concessions covering a combined area of 56.9 sq. km. It also holds the purchase rights to two additional claim blocks totalling 55.5 sq. km nearby. Vancouver-based Lithium South and POSCO are currently partners on the HMN project, having established a 50/50 brine sharing agreement on two of the claim blocks (Viamonte and Norma Edith) that cross over into the Catamarca province, with POSCO assigned to the areas in that province. The South Korean giant is also developing the Sal de Oro lithium project in the Hombre Muerto salar next to HMN, with plans to build a $4 billion plant to anchor its operation. Meanwhile, the newly merged Arcadium Lithium is developing the west and east portions of the salar. A new preliminary economic assessment (PEA) for HMN last year gave the project an after-tax net present value (at 8% discount) of $934 million with an internal rate of return of 31.6%, along with a 25-year mine life and a 2.5-year payback period. The lithium carbonate production rate is estimated at 15,600 tonnes per year, based on proven solar evaporation technology and a resource base of 1.58 million tonnes in lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) delineated from three of the mining concessions (Alba Sabrina, Natalia Maria and Tramo). Since the PEA release, Lithium South has been looking to further explore the HMN property with the aim of expanding this resource and producing a feasibility study. Just last week, the company said it plans to make a comprehensive development schedule covering every stage of the feasibility process, through construction and commissioning, to deliver the report as early as the first quarter of 2026. Shares of Lithium South surged by 28% on the project sale announcement, sending the company’s market capitalization to C$35.3 million.

The Federal Reserve just released their Rate Decision with no surprise. The FED is holding their Policy Rate between 4.25% to 4.50% on a 9-2 Vote – The Report has seen many "uncertainties" removed from the text compared to the past June Meeting. Imminent reactions are those of some small mean-reversion in the US Dollar and US Indices after this morning's rallies in all these assets. I will update this piece during the Q&A from Powell coming up at 2:30 P.M which you can live access right here. You can also access the July Meeting statement on the Federal Reserve's website. A few intraday charts to be updatedS&P 500 S&P 500 5m Chart, July 30 2025 – Source: TradingView Dollar Index Dollar Index 5m Chart, July 30 2025 – Source: TradingView US 10Y Treasury Bond US 10Y Treasury Bond 5m Chart, July 30 2025 – Source: TradingView Check out our latest US Treasury Bond analysis to help you trade the FOMC! 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.