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The Ethereum price may be setting the stage for a historic breakout, as a new technical analysis suggests that ETH is closely mirroring the Bitcoin (BTC) price action from 2020 to 2021. With Ethereum currently consolidating beneath a long-term downtrend line and approaching critical resistance, a crypto analyst eyes a potential move to $20,000 if the historic pattern continues to play out. Ethereum Price Mirrors Bitcoin’s Historic 2021 Pattern According to a new analysis by crypto market expert Ted Pillows, Ethereum’s current price structure is beginning to reflect a striking resemblance to Bitcoin’s breakout phase in late 2020. The analyst’s chart shows ETH following a nearly identical pattern of accumulation, re-accumulation, and compression within a descending triangle fractal that Bitcoin displayed before its parabolic bull run in 2021. At the time, Bitcoin had surged from a whopping $9,550 to roughly $64,000, marking a significant price increase of 570.37%. Just like BTC during the COVID pandemic shakeout, Pillow’s analysis shows that ETH has now emerged from a prolonged consolidation phase and is testing the downtrend resistance line that has capped its highs since the 2021 peak. If Ethereum breaks through its diagonal resistance, the analyst’s chart indicates that a vertical surge toward $29,500 may become technically viable. This would represent a significant increase of approximately 672% from the cryptocurrency’s current price of $3,820. Notably, the path to this bold target mirrors Bitcoin’s trajectory after it broke out of its long-term downtrend, triggering a rapid and exponential move. The chart also illustrates a potential breakout zone that aligns with the timing of the previous cycle’s price expansion—indicating that Ethereum could be preparing for its most powerful price rally yet. While the trajectory of Pillows’ arrow on the chart targets a possible surge toward $29,500, the top of the green shaded zone suggests Ethereum could reach a peak above $58,500. Such a bold move would mark a historic breakout, representing a surge of roughly 1,432% and placing ETH at nearly half of Bitcoin’s price of $118,940 as of writing. Analyst Sets $5,000 As ETH’s Minimum Target Due to Ethereum’s bullish run lately, a few analysts in the crypto community have forecasted a potential rally toward the $5,000 mark—a move that would set a new all-time high for the leading altcoin. However, while many consider a surge to $5,000 a major milestone, Pillows views this target as merely a baseline. He has set $5,000 as the minimum target for his outlook, emphasizing his firm conviction in ETH’s bullish potential. On the chart, Ethereum’s recent consolidation is marked as a re-accumulation zone, setting the foundation for a significant rally. With a breakout from its long-term resistance in sight, Pillows’ analysis suggests that Ethereum could experience an extended bull phase with limited overhead resistance.

Most Read: Meta Platforms (META) Q2 Earnings Preview: Advertising vs. AI Investments Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) is poised to release its fourth-quarter fiscal year 2025 financial results on July 30, 2025. What to Expect? Microsoft has consistently beaten earnings expectations for the past eight quarters, showing strong performance and market leadership. However, this success has set high expectations for future growth, which is already factored into its current stock price. With a forward P/E ratio of 35.3x, the stock’s valuation leaves little room for any disappointing results. However, this success has set high expectations for future growth, which is already factored into its current stock price. With a forward P/E ratio of 35.3x, the stock’s valuation leaves little room for any disappointing results. The market's response to Microsoft's Q4 FY25 report will depend not just on the numbers but also on how management explains future growth, especially plans to make money from AI. If there are signs of slower growth or rising costs without a clear explanation of the benefits, the stock could become volatile, even if the overall performance is strong. Analysts expect another strong quarter for Microsoft. The consensus estimate for Q4 FY25 earnings is $3.35 per share, up 13.6% from $2.95 last year. Some forecasts are slightly higher at $3.38 per share, a 14.47% increase. The estimate hasn’t changed in the last 30 days. Revenue is expected to hit $73.71 billion, up 13.9% from last year, with other estimates ranging from $73.805 billion (14.03% growth) to $73.89 billion (11% growth with constant currency). Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini The market's response to Microsoft's Q4 FY25 report will depend not just on the numbers but also on how management explains future growth, especially plans to make money from AI. If there are signs of slower growth or rising costs without a clear explanation of the benefits, the stock could become volatile, even if the overall performance is strong. Key Areas to Focus On - Growth Drivers and Challenges Among the key areas I will be paying attention to tomorrow is Microsoft's Azure Performance, AI and Co-Pilot monetization, Personal Computing segment and Financial Health and Shareholder returns. The intelligence cloud segment led by Azure is key to growth. Revenues are expected between $28.75–$29.05 billion, with Azure projected to grow 34–35%. AI services are a key contributor, adding up to 16 percentage points to Azure’s growth. Despite GPU shortages, high demand for AI highlights Microsoft’s leadership in the cloud market. Importantly, Azure’s growth is also supported by non-AI services like cloud migrations and infrastructure hosting, ensuring a stable foundation. AI remains central to Microsoft’s strategy, with significant investments in tools like Copilot. Current deployments have boosted revenue per user by 6%, and broader adoption is expected in FY26. Microsoft plans to spend $80 billion on AI infrastructure in FY25, prioritizing long-term growth over short-term profits. The More Personal Computing segment, covering Windows, Xbox, and advertising, is expected to contribute $12.35–$12.85 billion. While Windows OEM revenues are declining, Xbox and advertising are showing growth. AI integration in consumer products offers future potential. Microsoft’s heavy AI investments may pressure margins in FY26, but its operational efficiency and strong shareholder returns provide confidence. Analysts remain optimistic, with price targets as high as $600, reflecting faith in Microsoft’s ability to turn AI investments into long-term growth. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini External Concerns New tariffs in 2025, targeting high-tech products like laptops and servers, are raising costs for U.S. businesses, including Microsoft. These tariffs, ranging from 15% to 50%, increase hardware costs by 2–4.5%, squeezing profit margins and potentially raising prices for consumers. For Microsoft, higher tariffs on Surface laptops and Xbox consoles could lead to price hikes, making them less competitive against alternatives like Apple or Lenovo. Additionally, increased costs for servers and networking gear may pressure Azure’s operating margins, even as demand for cloud services grows. Delayed hardware upgrades could also slow adoption of Microsoft’s latest AI-integrated software, impacting long-term revenue growth. To manage these challenges, Microsoft is focusing on supply chain optimization and operational efficiency. For example, it has reduced GPU delivery times by 20%, helping to offset some cost pressures. While Microsoft hasn’t explicitly mentioned tariffs as a major issue, its proactive strategies suggest confidence in managing these impacts without significant margin erosion. Interestingly, higher hardware costs may push businesses toward cloud solutions, indirectly benefiting Azure despite the challenges. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini Forward Outlook Microsoft is focusing on expanding its partner network to drive growth, unifying platforms like Azure Marketplace and AppSource into a single system. Sellers are now incentivized to co-sell with partners, with Azure and Copilot funding increasing by 70% and 50% respectively. This partner-led approach aims to scale AI adoption and transform customer operations. AI is a major revenue driver, with Copilot alone projected to generate $25 billion by FY26. Analysts note that for every $100 spent on Azure, an additional $50 is now spent on AI, highlighting the growing demand. The broader AI market is expected to grow from $5.1 billion in 2024 to $47.1 billion by 2030. While OpenAI costs may impact FY26 earnings, Microsoft is expected to see a 20% EPS boost in FY27 as these costs normalize. Analysts view FY26 as the turning point for AI monetization, setting the stage for long-term, high-margin growth. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini Technical Analysis From a technical standpoint, Microsoft shares have been grinding higher since early May. Looking at the RSI period 14 and Microsoft has been trading in and around overbought territory since the start of May as well. Given what we have read about Microsoft's impressive earnings run and performance post earnings releases, further upside remains in play. However, should the earnings release disappoint, Microsoft could drop significantly. The fact that the share price trades at such a lofty valuation means there is little wiggle room for disappointment. Microsoft Daily Chart, July 29, 2025 Source: TradingView 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.

Bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing a period of stability after its recent upward climb, currently trading around $118,502, marking a slight daily decline of about 0.3%. Despite approaching the notable resistance level at $120,000, the leading cryptocurrency has shown little indication of breaking through decisively. This quiet trading environment has drawn the attention of analysts, prompting a detailed examination of the current market sentiment and investor behavior patterns. A recent report by Arab Chain, an analyst at CryptoQuant, suggests there is waning interest among US investors at Bitcoin’s current price level. Declining Demand from US Investors Utilizing the Coinbase Premium Index, a measure that compares Bitcoin’s price on Coinbase against other exchanges, Arab Chain highlights a clear downward trend in demand from American investors as prices have risen above the $105,000 mark. Arab Chain notes that although the Coinbase Premium Index remains slightly positive, indicating a minimal premium on Bitcoin in US markets, the significant reduction in this premium suggests declining enthusiasm at current price levels. Historically, strong buying interest from US investors has typically occurred when Bitcoin was priced under $105,000, suggesting that current valuations may be too elevated for many investors seeking favorable entry points. The analyst specifically noted: The index shows a significant decline in U.S. investor demand for Bitcoin. However, it remains in positive territory, indicating U.S. investors are not as active in purchasing Bitcoin at current prices compared to when it traded below $105,000. The trend suggests many potential buyers might be holding off, anticipating better opportunities should prices dip again. Bitcoin Long-Term Holders Begin Profit-Taking Adding further context, another CryptoQuant analyst, Burak Kesmeci, identified emerging patterns among long-term Bitcoin holders at the key psychological resistance level of $120,000. According to Kesmeci, long-term holders have recently transitioned into net-negative territory, signaling initial phases of profit-taking. Such moves typically indicate that veteran investors, many of whom may have held Bitcoin through previous market cycles, are beginning to liquidate portions of their holdings to capitalize on recent gains. Kesmeci highlighted the importance of monitoring this activity closely, pointing specifically to institutional involvement: One significant case to note is Galaxy Digital, reported to have sold approximately 80,000 BTC. Such sizeable institutional activity indicates this is more than typical retail profit-taking. This development raises questions regarding future market behavior, whether the current sell-off by larger holders represents strategic repositioning or signals broader market concerns. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Gold prices could be heading towards $4,000 per ounce by the end of this year as the Federal Reserve begins to cut rates and the US dollar continues its decline, according to Canadian investment firm Fidelity. In an interview with Bloomberg on Tuesday, fund manager Ian Samson said his firm is still bullish on the precious metal, with some cross-asset portfolios recently increasing holdings after prices eased from the all-time high of $3,500 set in late April. Click on chart for Live Prices “The rationale for that was that we saw a clearer path to a more dovish Federal Reserve,” Samson said, adding that some funds had as much as doubled their 5% allocation over the past year. Also, August is often slightly weaker for markets, so more diversification “makes sense,” he stressed. Bullion is one of the best-performing assets this year, rising by more than 27%. Driving this rally was US President Donald Trump’s aggressive attempts to reconfigure the global trade landscape, fueling both economic and geopolitical uncertainty amongst investors. After pulling back from its record high, the yellow metal has traded within a tight range over the past few weeks, with demand for havens cooling a little as some progress in US trade talks eased fears about worst-case scenarios for the global economy. “Perhaps you’re going to avoid the doomsday scenarios that were painted earlier in the year, but ultimately we’re heading to a 15%-or-so tax on about 11% of the US economy — which is imports,” said Samson, referring to Trump’s tariffs. “You’d expect it to slow the economy.” The bullish outlook for gold mirrors that of Goldman Sachs, which has made the case in recent quarters for an eventual rally to as much as $4,000. Meanwhile, others like Citigroup are being more cautious, with forecasts of weaker gold prices. By noon Tuesday, spot gold rose slightly to $3,319.51 per ounce after falling to a three-week low the previous session. All eyes are now on this week’s Federal Reserve meeting, which is not expected to yield a rate cut. That outcome would likely fuel further division within the US central bank, as Governor Christopher Waller recently called for an immediate monetary easing to support the labour market. “A US slowdown would likely see the dovish camp gain more influence in guiding policy, with the dollar tending to soften in environments of weaker growth,” Samson said in the interview. Moreover, Jerome Powell — whose term as Federal Reserve chair ends next May — will probably be replaced by someone “more amenable” to lower borrowing costs as Trump continues to lobby for interest-rate cuts, he added. (With files from Bloomberg)

Bitcoin trades at a critical level, holding steady above $118,000 but failing to gain momentum for a breakout. Price action has continued to tighten over the past several days, and analysts now anticipate a major move once either key supply zones are absorbed or demand breaks below. The market sits on edge, waiting for confirmation of the next trend. Fresh data from CryptoQuant highlights a notable shift in long-term holder (LTH) behavior. At $118K, LTH supply began to decline, signaling the start of a distribution phase. These holders, known for accumulating during downtrends and selling into strength, are now gradually offloading their positions. This transition often marks the later stages of a bullish trend and echoes patterns from previous macro cycles. As Bitcoin struggles to break past resistance and LTHs reduce exposure, pressure continues to build. A clean breakout above the current range could reignite momentum and drive BTC to new highs, while a break below support may trigger a sharper correction. Either way, the current standoff won’t last much longer. The coming days could bring the decisive move that sets the tone for Bitcoin’s next major leg. LTH Distribution Begins As Bitcoin Mirrors Fall 2024 Pattern Top analyst Axel Adler has highlighted a key development in Bitcoin’s current structure. According to Adler, LTH supply has declined by 52,000 BTC so far, marking a significant shift in behavior. These holders, typically seen as the market’s most patient participants, are now beginning to reduce their exposure—just as Bitcoin remains locked in a tight consolidation range. This shift from accumulation to distribution closely mirrors the LTH behavior seen during fall 2024, when Bitcoin climbed from $65,000 to $100,000. In that period, long-term investors steadily sold into strength as the market pushed higher, locking in profits as late-stage momentum kicked in. Adler suggests that if the current trend continues, the distribution phase will intensify with each price leg up—just as it did in previous macro cycles. The timing of this transition is critical. Bitcoin continues to hover just below all-time highs, while altcoins have begun to show signs of increased volatility. As Ethereum and other major assets begin to move more aggressively, capital rotation may accelerate. Whether this benefits or pressures Bitcoin remains to be seen. BTC Holds Steady As Tight Range Continues Bitcoin remains in a tight consolidation range between $115,724 and $122,077, with the 4-hour chart showing price currently hovering around $118,817. After bouncing from the lower boundary last week, BTC has managed to recover and now trades above the 50 SMA ($118,175), 100 SMA ($118,228), and well above the 200 SMA ($113,777). These moving averages have flattened, reflecting the ongoing equilibrium between buyers and sellers. Despite several tests of the $118K zone, BTC continues to respect the key support levels, showing resilience as selling pressure remains muted. Volume, however, remains low—suggesting that traders are still in wait-and-see mode, looking for a decisive breakout before committing to larger positions. The upper resistance at $122K remains untouched since mid-July, and each approach has been met with rejection. A clean break above this level with volume confirmation would signal a continuation of the broader uptrend and could trigger a move toward new all-time highs. On the downside, a break below $115K would invalidate the current structure and likely lead to increased volatility. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

A feasibility study update for Vista Gold’s (TSX, NYSE-AM: VGZ) open-pit Mt Todd project in Australia almost doubles its value and mine life while cutting costs by 59% over the previous update last year. Shares rose. The study pegs Mt Todd’s initial capital costs at $425 million, while outlining a smaller operation with a 15,000 tonne-per-day (tpd) production rate, down from the 50,000 tpd in last year’s study, Vista said Tuesday. With a 5% discount rate, the net present value jumps almost 95% to $2.2 billion at a price assumption of $3,300 per oz., around the yellow metal’s current price of $3,320 per ounce. That also boosts the internal rate of return (IRR) to 44.7%, with a payback period of 1.7 years. Mt Todd is about 250 km southeast of Darwin in the Northern Territory. “This study marks a significant shift in the strategy for Mt Todd, demonstrating the potential for near-term development of a smaller initial project by prioritizing higher grade ore to the processing plant, significantly lowering initial capital costs, and incorporating contractors to reduce development and operational risks,” Vista President and CEO Frederick Earnest said in a release. “[The study] positions Mt Todd as a project with technical and economic parameters that are comparable to several highly valued Australian gold producers.” Vista shares gained 2.3% to C$1.33 apiece on Tuesday morning in Toronto, for a market capitalization of C$166.4 million. The stock has traded in a 12-month range of C$0.66 to C$1.84. 30-year life Average annual output in the mine’s first 15 years is estimated at 153,000 oz. grading 1.04 grams gold per tonne; and 146,000 oz. at 0.97 gram gold over its 30-year life. The net present value shrinks by 2.6% from last year’s feasibility to $1.1 billion at a $2,500 per oz. gold price, while the IRR rises more than 7% to 27.8%, with a 2.7-year payback period. The study raises all-in sustaining costs by 45% to $1,449 per oz. in the first 15 years and $1,499 per oz. years over the mine life. Among largest reserves Mt Todd hosts 171.97 million tonnes in proven and probable reserves grading 0.94 gram gold for 5.1 million contained ounces. When compared with its development-stage gold project peers in Australia, Ramelius Resources’ (ASX: RMS) Rebecca and Regis Resources’ (ASX: RRL) McPhillamys projects, Mt Todd has the largest contained reserve base and highest NPV. Its capex is higher than Rebecca’s but lower than McPhillamys. Mt Todd’s IRR is higher than that of the two other projects, while its annual gold output is about 22% lower than McPhillamys’ but 18% higher than Rebecca’s.

Kinross Gold (TSX: K, NYSE: KGC) has divested its entire equity stake in White Gold (TSXV: WGO) with the sale of approximately 23.68 million shares, or 12% of those outstanding. The shares were sold at a price of C$0.29 each, for total proceeds of nearly C$6.87 million. White Gold traded at $0.38 apiece in Toronto at the time of the Kinross’ share sale announcement last Friday. The stock has since dropped another C$0.01 to C$0.37, giving the Canadian gold junior a market capitalization of C$74.1 million. White Gold currently holds a large portfolio of exploration projects in Yukon Territory. The projects cover approximately 3,150 sq. km or 40% of the prolific White Gold mining district. Its flagship project, also called White Gold, hosts four deposits with a combined indicated resource of 17.7 million tonnes grading 2.12 grams per tonne gold, containing 1.2 million oz., and an inferred resource of 24.5 million tonnes grading 1.42 grams for 1.1 million oz. In a news release late last year, White Gold CEO David D’Onofrio called it “one of the highest-grade open-pit gold resources in Canada owned by an exploration company.” Alongside Kinross, the project has had the backing of Agnico Eagle Mines (TSX: AEM, NYSE: AEM), Canada’s largest gold producer, which has a 19.85% stake in the company.

A couple of data points got published for the US after no economic release in the prior session – Markets actually did not need such to move sharply, particularly after a volatile follow-up to the EU-US Trade Deal headlines. Despite a positive Consumer Sentiment report (97.2 vs 95.0 expected), Bears are marking intermediate tops in US Indices after a worse than anticipated JOLTS report (7.437M versus 7.500M estimate). There has been a strange atmosphere in Markets as of late with reactions to headlines beginning to be more surprising than they were for the first half of the year – And I am not omitting how volatile the 1st half was. The biggest culprit in that aspect is the Dow Jones, sending many signals of relative strength before retracting – The latest being a shakeout at the highs creating a new record for the index before falling by 500 points. Nasdaq and the S&P 500 have marked some new highs before also retracting. Markets are still expecting the release of Microsoft, Meta, Apple and Amazon earnings. You can check the earnings preview for Meta right here, and stay logged in for more previews coming in throughout the day. The complexity of the situation may stand in the latest rebound in the US Dollar surprising participants – In the meantime, let's take a look at the US Indices intraday charts. Read More: EURUSD selloff deepens as yearly highs fade from viewIntraday Charts for the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow JonesS&P 500 1H Chart S&P 500 1H Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView The S&P 500 has sold off close to 40 points from its new All-time high level attained yesterday during futures overnight trading (CFD 6,428 – 6,409 on the actual index). The price action is showing confluence between the lower highs on the charts and the lower highs in the RSI – Buyers did push to fill the week-end gap located at 6,415. Consider the Mid-July upwards channel for immediate momentum and relative-strength as prices are approaching its lower bound. Any move in today's session is subject to some imminent change in sentiment as key earnings from the Magnificent 7 may alter today's analysis. Levels of interest to place on your charts: Support Levels: 6,385 channel lows (immediate support)Pivot turned support 3,340 +/- 5pts – Confluence with 1H MA 200Short-term Key Support just below 6,300Resistance Levels: Pivot/Resistance around the 6,400 psychological level (+/- 5 pts)1H MA 50 6,404ATH Resistance 6,420 regionATH 6,427 (right at 1.618% fib extension)Nasdaq 1H Chart Nasdaq 1H Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView The Nasdaq as hit a new record in this morning's session right at the 10:00 A.M data (23,535 CFD – 23,510 actual index) and is currently selling off right below its 1H-50 Period Moving Average. The ongoing selling is strong and the level to check for potential acceleration would be 23,320 where the week-end open gapped – This level serves as immediate pivot to the price action so keep it closely in check Same as for the S&P 500, any action in today's session may be invalidated by the upcoming earnings so watch your risk and bias, as the releases will have a huge influence on the future course of action. Levels of interest to place on your charts: Support Levels: Week-end gap pivot 23,320 to 23,360Pivot turned Support at 23,150 in Confluence with 1H MA 20022,900 SupportResistance Levels: All-time High resistance zone around 23,500ATH 23,53523,393 1H 50-period MADow Jones 1H chart Dow Jones 1H Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView The Dow Jones had formed a bearish divergence at the weekly open after gapping to new all-time highs (45,143 CFD, 45,016 on Index) Since, the index has been selling off quite strongly since, and current reactions to the Immediate pivot are interesting to keep in check, particularly as momentum is getting oversold and the 1H MA 200 is acting as immediate support. Levels of interest to place on your charts: Support Levels: Preceding Range Highs, Current pivot 44,600 to 44,70044,400 Support Zone44,000 Support Main Support ZoneResistance Levels: ATH Resistance Zone 44,900 to 45,145ATH 45,1431H 50-period MA 44,91544,870 break-retest of May uptrend Safe Trades and watch out for the upcoming key earnings! 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.

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko is facing backlash from the crypto community over his comments about meme coins and non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Yakovenko made these remarks against these tokens despite his network being home to most of the top meme coins by market capitalization. Crypto Community Reacts To Solana Founder’s Comments The crypto community criticized Anatoly Yakovenko following his X post, in which he described meme coins and NFTs as “digital slop” and ones that have no intrinsic value. The Solana founder added that, like a mobile game loot box, people spend $150 billion a year on mobile gaming, in reference to his ideology about meme coins and NFTs. Crypto marketer Anastasiia Bobeshko described the Solana founder’s comments as being funny, considering the traction that memes have brought into the Solana ecosystem. She further noted that the network made $1.6 billion in the first half of 2025 thanks to these meme coins. Another member of the crypto community, Ethereum developer Hanniabu, had earlier echoed a similar sentiment, suggesting that the network would be nothing without meme coins. Null, a member of the BONK community, declared that the Solana network would have never been where it is today without meme coins. Yakavenko replied sarcastically, saying, “Absolutely. Without lootboxes, iOS would have negligible revenues for Apple.” Meanwhile, Crypto community member Art Chick asked the Solana founder if he had a problem with memecoin traders spending $150 billion a year on his chain, but they don’t see it as mobile gaming. Yakovenko responded and alluded to an earlier reply in which he explained that what is important is the need to monitor data, fix problems, use snipers, and work towards sandwich-resistant market implementations. Difference Between Solana and Base Meme Coins It is worth noting that the Solana founder’s comment about meme coins stemmed from when he criticized a comment from Base’s lead developer Jesse Pollak, who suggested that Zora meme coins (which are Base tokens) are more valuable than those from Solana’s Pump.fun. In response, Yakovenko asked Pollak if Zora coins have any claims on future cash flows from creators, something which Pump.fun has. Pollak then clarified that each coin’s value depends on their fundamentals, which is why he believes that not all meme coins are the same. However, the Solana founder doesn’t believe meme coins as a whole have any “intrinsic value.” Despite his comment, these meme coins, especially the top ones like Fartcoin, BONK, PENGU, and TRUMP, continue to contribute to a significant amount of the daily trading volume on the network. Notably, the Solana price surged to a new all-time high (ATH) of $294 in January, around the time the TRUMP meme coin first launched. SOL witnessed a significant surge in its demand at the time, with investors requiring the altcoin to purchase the meme coin. At the time of writing, the Solana price is trading at around $183, down over 5% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.

Why Fed Independence Matters The Fed’s Current Dilemma: Independence, Politics, and Rate Decisions The Fed is once again in the spotlight as political pressure mounts. With President Trump applying relentless pressure on Fed Chair Powell to cut interest rates, the central bank faces a difficult balancing act. The upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decision is less about whether rates will change aS expectations are for no change in policy and more about how the Fed signals its stance and handles internal dissent. This situation highlights a crucial issue: the importance of Federal Reserve independence in maintaining economic stability. CME FedWatch Tool: 97-3 odds for no change in rates at the July 29-30 FOMC FOMC Dissent: Why This Meeting Matters While markets expect no change in interest rates, the real intrigue lies in potential dissent among voting members. Fed Governor Christopher Waller is widely expected to dissent, favoring a rate cut. Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman is another potential dissenter. If both dissent, it would mark the first time since December 1993 that two Fed Governors opposed the majority in favor of a cut. Such dissent would raise questions about whether the Fed is bowing to political pressure or simply reflecting genuine concern over economic risks. Why Is Fed Independence Important? The Fed’s credibility and the stability of the U.S. economy rests on its ability to make decisions free from short-term political influence. The Fed’s Dual Mandate Congress established the Fed’s dual mandate, directing it to: Maximize employment Maintain price stability Balancing these two goals ensures long-term economic health. What Fed Independence Means The Fed can set interest rates and manage monetary policy without direct interference from the White House or Congress. It remains accountable to Congress but insulated from short-term politics. This allows decisions based on economic data and its forecasts , not political cycles (i.e. who is running the government). Risks if Fed Independence Is Undermined If the Fed were seen as losing independence, the consequences could be severe: Rising Inflation: Politicians often push for low rates even when inflation risks are high. Loss of Investor Confidence: U.S. bond markets and the dollar could weaken. Higher Borrowing Costs: Reduced trust in Fed credibility could increase Treasury yields. Increased Market Volatility: Short-term political goals would replace long-term policy planning. The Fed’s Dilemma Although Powell is only one of 12 FOMC voters, he has become the central target of President Trump’s criticism. The Fed now faces a delicate balancing act: Cut rates too soon: Markets may view it as yielding to political pressure. Wait too long: Risk a policy misstep as tariffs and global uncertainty weigh on growth. The wild card: Trump’s unpredictable threats, including the possibility of attempting to fire Fed Chair Powell, a move that could open a Pandora’s Box and seriously undermine Fed independence. The Fed’s current dilemma underscores the vital role of central bank independence in safeguarding the U.S. economy. By keeping policy decisions free from political interference, the Fed can stay focused on its dual mandate: ensuring price stability, maximum employment, and financial stability. In other words, an independent Fed is essential to protecting the U.S. economy from the dangers of short-term political pressure. Take a FREE Trial of The Amazing Trader Algo Charting System – Click HERE The Fed’s Current Dilemma: Independence, Politics, and Rate Decisions The post The Fed’s Current Dilemma: Independence, Politics, and Rate Decisions appeared first on Forex Trading Forum.

Crypto markets are under pressure as bearish momentum tightens its grip on several altcoins. SUI continues to slide below key moving averages, signaling sustained weakness, while FARTCOIN extends its downtrend with a series of lower lows and highs. With both assets nearing critical support levels and momentum indicators flashing warning signs, a bounce is coming, or downside could be imminent. Bearish Momentum Builds As SUI Trades Below Key Moving Averages In a recent post, Gemxbt highlighted that SUI is currently locked in a downtrend, with the price trading below its 5, 10, and 20-period moving averages. This alignment of short-term averages below the current price level signals sustained bearish momentum, as sellers continue to dominate market activity. Adding to the cautious outlook, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is hovering near oversold territory, which often indicates weakening selling pressure. While this suggests that SUI could be due for a short-term bounce or relief rally, it is not yet a strong reversal signal on its own. The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) indicator remains firmly in bearish territory, reinforcing the idea that downward momentum may persist in the near term. The lack of a bullish crossover or divergence in the MACD lines suggests that sellers still have the upper hand. Gemxbt pointed out that the key support level to watch is around $3.92. A drop below this level could accelerate the decline, while a rebound from it, especially with a noticeable increase in volume, might indicate a shift in sentiment. Until such a volume-driven move occurs, the overall trend remains downward. Bearish Structure Intact As FARTCOIN Forms Lower Lows And Highs According to Gemxbt in another post, FARTCOIN is currently exhibiting a bearish market structure, characterized by a series of lower highs and lower lows. This pattern points to sustained selling pressure, with bears firmly in control of the price action for now. Fartcoin’s RSI is approaching oversold territory, which could indicate that the asset is nearing a point where a short-term bounce or relief rally might occur. However, while the RSI hints at a possible rebound, it does not yet confirm any shift in the prevailing downtrend. Meanwhile, the MACD continues to reflect bearish momentum, with no signs of a bullish crossover. This reinforces the broader downtrend and suggests that any potential bounce may be limited unless momentum indicators begin to shift more favorably. The analyst went on to state that key support is currently identified around the 0.0003500 level, while resistance lies near 0.0004500. A decisive break of either of these levels could determine the next significant move for FARTCOIN.

Snaky Way ($AKE) is slithering into the crypto jungle, riding the symbolism of the Chinese zodiac’s Year of the Snake with a presale that’s as slick as its name. This isn’t just another meme coin jumping on the hype train, it’s coiling up at the sweet spot where viral trends meet real utility, all while keeping that cheeky meme energy investors love. Built for both meme coin degenerates and serious crypto hunters, Snaky Way promises more than just short-term laughs. It’s packing unique features designed to set it apart from the usual pump-and-dump crowd—giving you a project that’s equal parts fun, functional, and future-focused. Multichain Architecture Expands Reach Unlike many single-chain projects, Snaky Way is designed to operate across multiple blockchains. $AKE will be accessible on networks including Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, enhancing liquidity, lowering transaction costs, and broadening user participation. The multichain model accelerates adoption ($AKE gets bigger, faster, for longer) and provides a flexible foundation for future expansions, making the token accessible regardless of user preference for blockchain infrastructure. High-Yield Staking Incentives Attract Early Participation Snaky Way’s staking platform is a core feature of the project’s ecosystem, offering users an opportunity to earn returns by locking up their tokens. Staking APYs for the presale are above 10,000% dynamic, with over 78M $APE staked. Staking reduces the circulating supply, builds community loyalty early on, and potentially contributes to price stability post-launch. From Meme to Utility: Gaming, AI, and Strategic Roadmap While branding itself as a meme coin, Snaky Way aims to deliver functionality beyond internet culture. The platform supports staking, play-to-earn gaming, and will implement AI-powered mechanisms (buybacks, marketing) to assist in long-term value. Competitive Gameplay and Token-Driven Tournaments A play-to-earn game forms another layer of the project’s ecosystem. Grow your snake, rank on leaderboards, and earn $AKE prizes in tournaments. With games accessible on both desktop and mobile, the competition encourages viral engagement and incentivizes player retention through rewards and referral bonuses. AI Buyback Mechanism Targets Market Resilience Snaky Way’s use of AI supports token price stability. The AI system will monitor market conditions and perform buybacks at optimal moments. While price performance remains unpredictable in crypto markets, the inclusion of algorithmic market intervention sets Snaky Way apart from many meme coin projects. Presale Offers Early Access to $AKE Token: Don’t Let It Escape! The $AKE presale presents an opportunity for early supporters to purchase tokens before the project’s public launch. Funds raised will be allocated to staking infrastructure, gaming development, and marketing campaigns. To participate, users can connect a crypto wallet like MetaMask to the official Snaky Way website, select a supported blockchain, and complete the transaction. Make sure you have enough $ETH or $BNB to cover network fees. A Risk-Aware Bet on a Snake-Themed Breakout While no crypto project guarantees returns, Snaky Way’s blend of meme culture, staking rewards, multichain accessibility, and AI-driven market support suggests a serious attempt to break out of the noise. Whether $AKE becomes a top performer remains to be seen, but as the Year of the Snake continues, the groundwork is in place for Snaky Way to grow big in a hurry. Do your own research – this isn’t financial advice.

The Euro had been on a strong run this year, and only a few events could stop its uptrend in the first half of 2025. Between new infrastructure deals, unification behind the Ukrainian cause, and the constant mess-ups from the Trump Administration, EUR/USD had many reasons go higher. But Markets are forward-looking, and all these factors have been priced in, with sellers now heavily grabbing control of the price action: The latest EU-US Deal is considered disadvantageous for the EU, and this is turning into a sell-the-fact trade. The pair's end-June rally has not seen any retracement, and the ongoing selloff is about to make this final up-move to the 1.1830 highs vanish. The question is: Is the ongoing rally in the US Dollar strong enough to keep pushing the pair down further? Let’s take a look at the technical patterns moving EUR/USD. Read More: Gold shows signs of fatigue inside established range EUR/USD Technical AnalysisEUR/USD Daily Chart EUR/USD Daily Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView The Pound had led major currencies in the ongoing sell-offs for US Dollar buybacks. In our most recent US Dollar analysis, we pointed to the formation of a double top. Over the past two sessions, markets haven’t taken it lightly—we are now about three handles lower from the past week's highs. A daily close right at the Current Pivot Zone 1.16 to 1.1650 after a 1.30% correction in yesterday’s session was followed by another strong selling candle, now breaching below the 50-Day Moving Average. Daily RSI momentum is now becoming bearish as the sellers bring the pair around the 1.15 Main support Zone. Let’s take a closer look. EUR/USD 4H Chart EUR/USD 4H Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView Sellers have had full control since the weekly open, sending the pair in a 2.12% correction. The ongoing selloff is forming a tight bear channel, and with candles closing at their extremes, momentum is strong. Some mean reversion is currently trying to take place as the 4H RSI is turning oversold. The 1.15 Support Zone is located just below the psychological level, so reactions as prices arrive in this region will be essential to track – any consolidation in the zone would be considered more bearish than an actual retracement higher but the idea right now is to keep an eye on the ongoing move. Levels of interest to place on your charts: Support Levels: 1.15 Support Zone (encompassing - 300 pips)1.1350 to 1.14 Support in confluence with the 100-Day EMA1.12 to 1.13 Main Support ZoneResistance Levels: Current Pivot Zone 1.16 to 1.16501.1660 MA 50 and 200 Confluence2020 Resistance around the 1.18 Zone1.1830 2025 HighsEUR/USD 1H Chart EUR/USD 1H Chart, July 29, 2025 – Source: TradingView Markets are awaiting to see what happens to the US Dollar after the JOLTS report coming up in about 10 minutes – In the meantime, the selling seems to be slowing down after touching the 1.1520 lows. Any strong close below warrants a further continuation towards the bottom of the support zone (between 1.1470 to 1.1450). Reversals on a weaker USD would point to the Pivot Zone – Also consider the 1H MA 50 currently at 1.1650 and catching up to the prices fastly amid this flash-selloff. 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.

The Australian dollar is down for a fourth straight day. In the European session, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6497, down 0.36% on the day. The Aussie has slipped 1.5% in the current slide, as the US dollar continues to make inroads against most of the major currencies. Australian CPI expected to ease to 2.2%Australia's inflation rate has been falling and that trend is to continue in the second quarter report, which will be released on Wednesday. CPI is expected to ease to 2.2% y/y, down from 2.4% in Q1, which was the lowest level since Q1 2021. Quarterly, CPI is expected to tick lower to 0.8% in Q2, down from 0.9% in Q1. The markets will be keeping a close eye on services inflation, which has been persistently well above the Reserve Bank of Australia's 2%-3% target. In the first-quarter report, services inflation fell to 3.7%, down sharply from 4.3% in Q4 2024. Underlying inflation has also declined. The trimmed mean, the RBA's key gauge of core CPI, dropped to 2.9% y/y Q1, down from 3.2% in Q4 2020, which was the lowest level since Q4 2021. If inflation eased in Q2, it will likely cement a rate cut at the next meeting on Aug. 12. The RBA is looking to lower rates, which will help growth and ease the inflation squeeze on consumers. The RBA shocked the markets earlier this month when it maintained rates, as the markets had widely expected a quarter-point trim. The money markets have priced in a rate cut at the Aug. 12 meeting at around 87% and it's very unlikely that the Reserve Bank will blindside the markets at two straight meetings, which would hurt the central bank's credibility. AUD/USD Technical AUD/USD has pushed below support at 0.6514 and is testing 0.6500. Below, there is support at 0.6484There is resistance at 0.6530 and 0.6544 AUDUSD 4-Hour-Chart, July 29, 2025 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.

South Korea’s two largest political parties have taken center stage, unveiling rival stablecoin bills in the country. The prohibition of interest payments on stablecoins has become the most contentious issue in the stablecoin bills. Lawmakers from both the ruling Democratic Party (DP) and the opposition People Power Party (PPP) introduced legislation in late July 2025 that could pave the way for won-backed stablecoins. According to local news report published on 28 July 2025, “the ruling party believes that interest payments should be banned to prevent market disruption, while the opposition party believes that it is necessary to increase the competitiveness of won stablecoins.” Each proposal reflects diverging philosophies on innovation, protection and monetary sovereignty. Explore: The 12+ Hottest Crypto Presales to Buy Right Now South Korean Bill Is In Response To Growing Dominance Of USD-Based Stablecoins Democratic Party of Korea member Ando-geol introduced the ‘Act on the Issuance and Distribution of Value-Stable Digital Assets’. On the same day, People Power Party member Eun-hye Kim introduced the ‘Act on Payment Innovation Using Fixed-Price Digital Assets’. DP’s initiative is the nation’s first comprehensive legislative blueprint specifically governing Korean won-backed stablecoins. The opposition, PPP, meanwhile filed its own version emphasizing stricter financial discipline and explicitly banning interest payments on stablecoin holdings. Newly elected South Korean President Lee Jae-myung has openly advocated for stablecoins, and his administration has signalled that stablecoins will fill major gaps in the country’s financial landscape. In his advocacy for stablecoins, Jae-myung has proposed the eligibility of companies with reserves as low as 500M won ($370,000) to be able to issue stablecoins. Explore: South Korean CBDC Testing Paused as Banks Favour Stablecoins South Korea Pauses CBDC Plans As Stablecoins Gain Ground Increased market penetration and adoption of stablecoins have put a damper on the South Korean CBDC plans. The country has applied brakes on its CBDC trial program that had been ongoing since April this year in the wake of stablecoin’s resurgence amidst political backing. The Bank of Korea (BoK) confirmed the current state of affairs in a statement given to Bloomberg on 30 June 2025, through a representative. Also, a senior representative of one of the seven banks participating in the South Korean CBDC trials informed a local publication that the central bank is holding back until it sees the government’s stablecoin strategy and how CBDCs might integrate with it. Explore: Top 20 Crypto to Buy in June 2025 The post South Korea’s Political Heavyweights Square Off Over Stablecoin Bills appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Vape company CEA Industries and venture capital firm 10X Capital, supported by YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs), have announced a $500 million private placement aimed at establishing the largest publicly listed Binance Coin (BNB) treasury company. New BNB Treasury Strategy The offering comprises a common equity Private Investment in Public Equity (PIPE), which will generate $500 million in gross proceeds—$400 million in cash and $100 million in cryptocurrency. According to Monday’s announcement, the funds raised will be primarily directed toward developing a crypto treasury strategy focused on the BNB Chain. Leading the new BNB treasury strategy will be incoming CEO David Namdar, a co-founder of Galaxy Digital and a senior partner at 10X Capital, alongside incoming Chief Investment Officer Russell Read. On the matter, Namdar noted: BNB Chain is one of the most widely utilized blockchain ecosystems, yet access for institutional investors has been limited until now. By establishing a US-listed treasury vehicle, we’re opening doors for traditional investors to participate transparently. Russell Read echoed Namdar’s view, emphasizing what he sees as the fundamental strength of Binance Coin as a digital asset: Institutional-grade exposure to BNB is appealing because it is driven by real utility across various sectors, including decentralized finance (DeFi) and enterprise applications. By creating this treasury vehicle, we allow institutions to engage in the growth narrative of BNB. 10X Capital, which has a history of advising significant players in the crypto space, will act as the asset manager for the BNB treasury strategy with the backing of YZi Labs. The transaction is expected to close around July 31, 2025, at which point the company will begin deploying funds to acquire BNB tokens. CEA Industries Stock Soars 560% The company’s plans after the closing include building an initial position in BNB, with aspirations to scale its holdings significantly over the next 12 to 24 months through a “sophisticated capital markets program.” Additionally, they will reportedly explore staking, lending, and other opportunities within the Binance ecosystem to generate revenue while maintaining a conservative risk profile. Ella Zhang, Head of YZi Labs, expressed confidence in the potential of a publicly listed Binance Coin treasury vehicle: We recognized the institutional potential from the outset, and with the PIPE announcement, our conviction has been validated. We are excited to see this vision materialize, enhancing BNB’s utility and institutional access in a sustainable manner. The market response to the announcement has been significantly positive for the company, with CEA Industries’ stock (VAPE) surging more than 560% on Monday morning following the revelation of the PIPE deal. As of this writing, BNB is trading at $825, which is a 3% gap between the current price and the all-time high of $863 achieved earlier on Monday. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

CoinDCX Acquisition by Coinbase is reportedly in advanced discussions, coming just a few weeks after the exchange was targeted in a $44 million crypto heist. A local publication, citing unknown sources, published an article on 29 July 2025, revealing that the deal would value CoinDCX below $900 million, a steep decline from its $2.2 billion valuation peak in 2021. Industry insiders have chalked up the CoinDCX Acquisition by Coinbase as its broader strategy to gain a strategic foothold in India’s evolving crypto landscape. CoinDCX assured its users via a post on X, explaining that the incident did not harm customers’ funds and that its security setup protected user funds during the incident. Since the incident, CoinDCX has launched a bounty program to trace the stolen funds and has promised ethical hackers 25% of any recovered funds they managed to retrieve. Explore: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Key Takeaways Coinbase is reportedly in talks to acquire CoinDCX as it chips away at its Indian expansion strategy Reportedly, the deal has set the valuation of CoinDCX at $900 million, a steep decline from its $2.2 billion peak in 2021 CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta has dismissed this development as speculation The post CoinDCX Acquisition By Coinbase Reportedly In Final Stages At Sub $1B Valuation appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

According to market analyst Common Sense Crypto, a $1,000 bet on XRP today could turn into between $10,000 and $50,000 during this cycle. He pointed out that the same stake in Bitcoin would likely top out at around $1,300–$1,500. That claim has caught the eye of many investors who are weighing where to put their crypto dollars. Strong ROI Comparison Common Sense Crypto ran the numbers. At XRP’s current price of $3.18, a $1,000 buy-in nets roughly 315 tokens. To hit $10k, each XRP would need to trade at $31.80. If XRP somehow climbed to $160, that small stake would swell to $50k. By contrast, a $1k purchase of Bitcoin at $120,000 today would only need BTC to rise to about $154k–$178k to yield the same $1,300–$1,500 returns. Those are gains in the 30–50% range. This puts XRP’s upside in a very different league when viewed purely as percentages. Still, size matters. XRP’s market cap sits near $188 billion. Bitcoin’s floats around $2.37 trillion. To push XRP to $159, its valuation would need to balloon to roughly $9.5 trillion—nearly four times Bitcoin’s current size. That would require massive new inflows and adoption on a scale we’ve never seen in crypto. XRP Tops $3; CEO Sets Sights On 14% Of SWIFT Ripple’s XRP finally breached the long-awaited $3 mark after US President Donald Trump announced a new US strategic crypto reserve, including XRP and other digital assets​. As one of the most traded cryptocurrencies, XRP enjoys high daily trading volumes, ensuring price stability and ease of entry for institutional investors. Ripple’s chief executive, Brad Garlinghouse, predicts that within five years, Ripple will handle about 14% of SWIFT’s worldwide cross‑border transaction flows. Past Cycle Performance Other voices have made similar points. In June, Edoardo Farina of Alpha Lions Academy noted that between November 2024 and January 2025, XRP jumped from $0.50 to $3.40. That’s a 7x return in just two months. Bitcoin, in that same window, climbed from $68k to $112k, a 60% gain. Farina calculated that $50k in XRP would have grown to $340k while the same investment in Bitcoin would have become about $82,352. The XRP 50x Challenge XRP’s promise of turning $1,000 into as much as $50,000 is eye‑catching. Its past leap from $0.50 to $3.40 in just two months shows what’s possible. But growing its market cap from $188 billion to $9.5 trillion means a tidal wave of new money and clear legal rules. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView

Most Read: Dow (DJIA): Dow edges higher on US-EU trade deal, remains shy of December high Meta Platforms (META) is set to report its second-quarter 2025 earnings after the market closes on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. What to Expect? The market expects strong financial results, driven by growth in the company's digital advertising business, boosted by improvements in artificial intelligence (AI). For Q2 2025, revenue is expected to be between $42.5 billion and $45.5 billion, as the company predicted. Earnings per share (EPS) are expected to rise to $5.83, a 12.98% increase from last year. While revenue projections look strong, investors are closely watching spending and economic challenges. The company plans to spend heavily on AI infrastructure, with capital expenses for 2025 estimated between $64 billion and $72 billion. At the same time, Meta's Reality Labs, its metaverse project, is expected to lose even more money, with losses growing to $5.35 billion in Q2. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini On top of internal challenges, external factors like global tariffs, ongoing US-China trade tensions, and stricter regulations in the European Union could impact Meta's ad revenue and operations. Meta has a strong track record of beating analyst expectations, surprising by an average of 17.3% over the last four quarters. This makes it likely that the company could deliver another positive surprise in its Q2 2025 report. Analysts are becoming more optimistic about Meta, with many raising their price targets. Out of 71 analysts, 63 rate the stock as a 'Buy' or 'Strong Buy.' The median target price is $750, suggesting a 5% increase from its July 28, 2025, closing price of $712. This shows strong confidence in Meta's business and strategy. Key Areas to Focus On Meta’s advertising business is expected to drive strong Q2 2025 results, with ad revenue projected at $43.94 billion, up 14.6% from last year. AI-powered tools like ad recommendations and campaign automation are boosting advertiser demand, with over 4 million advertisers using Advantage+ campaigns, reporting a 22% improvement in returns. The global digital ad market, expected to hit $650 billion in 2025, provides a favorable backdrop, with Meta holding a 21.6% market share. Meta is heavily investing in AI, with 2025 capital expenses rising to $64-72 billion for infrastructure and talent. While this pressures profit margins, Meta aims to show these investments will drive long-term growth. Its AI assistant now has 1 billion users, and new monetization options are being explored. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini Reality Labs, Meta’s VR/AR division, continues to lose money, with Q2 losses expected at $5.35 billion. However, products like Ray-Ban smart glasses show promise, and Meta sees this as a long-term bet on future platforms. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini WhatsApp, with 1.5 billion users, is a key focus for new revenue. Business tools and AI features could unlock $30-40 billion in potential revenue, diversifying Meta’s income beyond advertising. Investors await updates on these strategies during the earnings call. External Concerns US-China trade tensions pose a major challenge for Meta’s advertising revenue. Analysts predict these tariffs could cost Meta up to $7 billion in ad revenue for 2025, mainly due to reduced spending by Chinese e-commerce companies like Temu and Shein. Temu, for example, paused all US advertising in April. In 2024, Meta earned $18.35 billion from China, making it its second-largest revenue source after the US, despite not having active platforms in the country. A prolonged downturn could lead to a $23 billion revenue loss, cutting earnings by 25%. Broader economic effects of tariffs are also concerning. With US tariffs at their highest since 1909, consumer costs have risen, reducing household spending power and slowing GDP growth. This could indirectly impact Meta as businesses cut ad budgets. Meta is particularly exposed to advertisers affected by tariffs, as rising costs and supply chain issues force companies to scale back. These risks highlight the need for Meta to diversify its advertiser base and find ways to support impacted businesses. Investors will look for management’s plans to address these challenges during the Q2 earnings call. Forward Outlook The options market predicts Meta’s stock could move +/- 5.5% to 8.64% after earnings. Historically, the stock has risen 6.6% on average the day after earnings over the past 10 quarters. However, concerns about heavy AI spending could dampen enthusiasm, even with strong results and need to be monitored.. After Q3 2024, despite beating estimates, the stock fell 4% due to worries about AI investment returns. To maintain investor confidence, Meta must clearly show how its AI spending will drive future profits and efficiency. Meta’s stock valuation is high, trading at 26x forward earnings. Analysts project 2025 revenue of $183.5 billion, EPS of $24.12, and net income of $62.25 billion. AI remains a key focus, with significant spending planned for research and development. Meta also aims to grow free cash flow, building on record levels achieved in 2024. Looking ahead, Meta has big opportunities to grow by monetizing WhatsApp through business messaging and AI tools, as well as expanding the user base of Meta AI. Success will depend on how well Meta balances its bold innovations and heavy investments with smart execution and handling external challenges. The upcoming Q2 earnings call will be key to understanding if Meta can keep up its strong growth while managing these complex factors. Source: Created by Zain Vawda, Google Gemini Technical Analysis From a technical standpoint, Meta shares are holding near the YTD highs at around the 718 mark. There is a trendline break that may be about to materialize while the RSI period 14 has bounced off the 50 neutral level. Both of these indicators hint at further upside heading into the earnings release. Immediate support rests around the 704 mark before the 680 and 634 handles come into focus. The upside is a bit more complicated. Immediate resistance rests at 733 before the YTD high at 747 comes into focus. META Daily Chart, July 29, 2025 Source: TradingView 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. 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With the Ethereum price experiencing a decline on Monday amid a broader market correction, the altcoin continues to shine with one of its best performances in July to date. Over the past thirty days, the Ethereum price has surged by an impressive 80%, marking a significant recovery after a long period of consolidation and retest of lower levels that saw minimal bullish activity. Ethereum Price Poised For Breakout While other major digital assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP have reported gains of 10% and 40%, respectively on the monthly time frame, the recent Ethereum price resurgence is particularly notable. Crypto analyst Lark Davis recently took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to assert that Ethereum is on the verge of breaking the $4,000 mark, indicating that momentum is building rapidly. Despite its recent gains, Ethereum remains approximately 25% shy of its peak from the 2021 cycle. Historically, Bitcoin dominance has played a crucial role in determining the Ethereum price trajectory. The analyst observed that for the Ethereum price to reach its peak, Bitcoin’s dominance needs to dip to around 40%. Currently, Bitcoin’s dominance is in a downtrend at 61%, and the last time it fell to similar levels, ETH rallied over 200%. Another analyst, known as JACKIS on X, has made a bold proclamation that Ethereum will likely never trade below $3,000 again, suggesting that any such decline would indicate a catastrophic failure of the asset. However, JACKIS acknowledges that a temporary correction down to around $3,400 is still plausible given Ethereum’s proximity to the $4,000 threshold. Wall Street Sees $60,000 Implied Value Adding to the bullish sentiment surrounding ETH’s momentum, the network’s potential has been emphasized by BitMine, a company involved in Bitcoin and Ethereum mining. In a recent social media thread, BitMine highlighted that many on Wall Street view Ethereum as the most significant macro trade for the next decade. Tom Lee, the chair of BitMine, referred to stablecoins as the “ChatGPT moment” for the cryptocurrency space, projecting that stablecoin market capitalization could soar to $4 trillion—a tenfold increase. Notably, over 60% of these stablecoins are based on the Ethereum network, boosting demand for the token. Moreover, Wall Street is increasingly exploring ways to tokenize assets on the Ethereum blockchain, further driving interest and investment in the platform. BitMine referenced a research titled “The Bull Case For ETH,” which posits that the long-term value of Ethereum could reach an astonishing $704,000, representing an extraordinary 18,000% increase from current levels. To contextualize this valuation, BitMine consulted several research firms to estimate the “replacement” value of Ethereum in relation to Wall Street’s activities. While this figure is intended for illustrative purposes, the implied value for Ethereum has been suggested to be around $60,000. When writing, ETH price trades approximately at $3,766. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Finland has regained its status as the world’s most attractive jurisdiction for mining and exploration it held in the early 2010s, followed by Nevada and Alaska, according to the Fraser Institute’s latest Annual Survey of Mining Companies. Canada’s standing slipped this year, with only two provinces — Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador — remaining in the global top 10. Saskatchewan placed seventh, down from third in 2024 and second in 2023, while Newfoundland and Labrador ranked eighth. Rounding out the top five jurisdictions that are most attractive to investors, considering both mineral endowment and policy, are Wyoming and Arizona. The worst performing jurisdictions overall were Ethiopia, followed by Suriname, Niger, Canada’s Nova Scotia, and Mozambique. On policies alone, Ireland ranked first and Bolivia last. With data from FI’s Annual Survey of Mining Companies, 2024. The survey evaluates jurisdictions based on geological potential and government policies that either encourage or discourage exploration and investment. This year’s edition ranked 82 regions and included responses from about 350 mining professionals, mostly from exploration and mining companies. Participants assessed issues such as tax regimes, permitting timelines, environmental regulations, and labour availability. Most of the respondents (40%) worked for exploration companies, 32% for mining companies and the remainder identified as consultants or as other. Policy uncertainty hits Canada Policy uncertainty was a recurring concern among respondents, particularly in Canada. The Fraser Institute noted that disputed land claims with Indigenous groups and shifting environmental protections contributed to investor hesitation. The nation had four provinces ranked amongst the world’s top 10 jurisdictions last year, compared to only two this year: Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador. Yukon, British Columbia, and Manitoba still boast strong geological potential but ranked 40th, 32nd, and 43rd respectively when policy factors were included. Ontario continued its downward slide, falling to 15th from 10th last year due to rising concerns over taxes, labour rules, and political stability. Quebec saw the steepest drop, from fifth to 22nd, amid worries about tax policies, regulatory duplication, and its legal framework. In response to Nova Scotia’s poor performance, Sean Kirby, executive director of the Mining Association of Nova Scotia, said the province must overhaul its permitting process to unlock its potential. “Nova Scotia has great geology for critical minerals and many others, but we need to fix permitting to attract investment and create jobs,” Kirby said. “The new Fraser Institute study is a stark reminder that we need to copy how other provinces regulate their mineral sectors.” He added that while most of the government’s mining experts work in the Department of Natural Resources’ Geoscience and Mines Branch, they play almost no role in permitting. “Instead, we are almost entirely regulated by people in other departments who are not experts in mining.” Since the survey was conducted between August and December last year, Canada has seen significant political and regulatory shifts. Mark Carney’s election as prime minister and new federal and provincial legislation aimed at speeding up major project approvals could improve Canada’s standing in next year’s report.

SEI’s bullish setup is starting to take shape, and we might be looking at the best entry point in weeks, but there’s an important catch. We’ve seen SEI spend the past three weeks consolidating in a defined range while everything else in the altcoin space has ripped. So is now the time to ape into SEI? SEI Price Forms Classic Bullish Pattern But Faces Key Resistance (SEIUSD) Over the past 24 hours, SEI dropped 5.5%, once again testing the lower bounds of its three-week range between $0.317 and $0.37. Despite this dip, the broader structure remains constructive. A textbook Cup and Handle formation appears to be forming on the 1D chart and the price is attempting to break out of the “handle” portion, and multiple indicators are starting to confirm the momentum shift. “That’s a Golden Cross, and it typically signals trend continuation to the upside.” – 99Bitcoins Analyts Meanwhile, overbought signals are flashing, with the RSI pushing past 75. It’s a classic setup for a pause or pullback, though still structurally bullish. Why SEI Is Still Trading Sideways Despite Bullish Indicators While the daily indicators flash bullish, the catch is that SEI continues to face rejection below $0.35 and remains stuck in range. So far, price action suggests that SEI is still very much locked in consolidation, and the breakout narrative hasn’t been confirmed just yet. Is SEI a Buy Right Now? SEI’s longer-term case is intact, but near-term trade setups are clearer on the 4H. If BTC stays stable, this could mark a high-reward entry. A breakout over $0.35 unlocks room to run. Lose $0.324, and the bottom of the range is back in play. EXPLORE: Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino Hopes For Net Positive From US Elections, Says Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Is A Great Idea: 99Bitcoins Exclusive Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates Key Takeaways SEI’s bullish setup is starting to take shape, and we might be looking at the best entry point in weeks, but there’s a catch. While the daily indicators flash bullish, the catch is that SEI continues to face rejection below $0.35 and remains stuck in range. The post SEI Price Analysis: Cup and Handle Breakout in Play, Here’s When to Buy… appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Overview: The short-covering recovery in the US dollar has been extended today but the momentum stalled in the European morning. The key issue is whether North American participants can extend it. We suspect that the market will turn more cautious now, ahead of tomorrow FOMC meeting outcome, where many still expect at least one dovish dissent from the likely standpat decision and the ADP private sector estimate, which unexpectedly showed a net loss of jobs in June. The greenback made a new high for the month today against the euro and sterling. Ahead of the start of the North American session, the greenback is off its earlier highs but still firmer against all the G10 currencies but the Norwegian krone. Emerging market currencies are also softer. The main exception is the Chinese yuan, which despite a stronger dollar fix (third session in a row) it virtually flat against the greenback. Japanese stocks fell for the third session, but the 0.90% drop in Taiwan was the largest in the region, perhaps linked to the US decision to deter the Taiwanese president from a layover in the US before next week's trip to Latin America. The Taiwanese dollar is also the weakest of the emerging market currencies ~-0.60%), next to the Russian ruble (~-0.80%) where President Trump's frustrations have surfaced. Despite disputes over the US-EU trade agreement, the Stoxx 600 is up 0.60%, which if sustained would recoup the losses from the past two sessions. Us index futures are firmer. Benchmark 10-year yields are narrowly mixed in Europe, while the 10-year US Treasury yield hovers a little above 4.40%. Gold found support yesterday near $3300 and is trading firmer today (~$3325) but inside yesterday's range. September WTI is firm and reached a seven-day high today, a little above $67.25, perhaps encouraged by the risk to Russian supplies amid US threats of "secondary sanctions" if there is no ceasefire within 10-12 days. USD: The North American session extended the Dollar Index's rally yesterday. It rose to almost 98.70, posting its biggest advance since early May. It has pushed a little higher and reached a marginal new high for the month slightly above 99.00. The next hurdle is the 99.20-45 area, where the June high and (50%) retracement of the decline from the May 12 high is found. A break of 98.40 could be the first sign that the short squeeze is ending. While there is a full slate of US reports today, given the data and events of the remainder of the week, it is unlike to be decisive. Still, the US trade and inventory data will help economists finalize Q2 GDP forecasts. House prices in May appear to have softened. On the FHFA index, it will be the second consecutive month, while S&P Corelogic measure of house prices in 20 large cities are seen falling for the third straight month. The JOLTS report on job openings surprised to the upside in the last two months, but the median forecast in Bloomberg's survey anticipates a decline. The Conference Board's measures of consumer confidence pose little more than headline risk. Following yesterday's $70 bln five-year note sales (that produced a small tail) and nearly $225 bln in bills, the US Treasury comes back seeking $30 bln for two-year floating rate notes, $44 bln of seven-year notes and another $80 bln of bills. Tomorrow brings the quarterly refunding announcement, the ADP private sector jobs estimate, the first government estimate, and the FOMC meeting decision. EURO: The euro ticked up in early Asia Pacific trading yesterday, in the initial response to the trade deal. It reached almost $1.1780 but was greeted with relentless selling that saw it push to $1.1585 in the NY afternoon. It was sold to nearly $1.1525 today, taking out the month's low (~$1.1555). A close below $1.1550 area would weaken the technical outlook and suggest scope for at least another cent lower. Given the context (trade deal with the US, Q2 GDP Wednesday and August CPI Friday), the ECB's survey of inflation expectations was unlikely to have much impact. And the survey results showed little change (one-year outlook eased to 2.6% from 2.8%, and the three-year outlook was steady at 2.4%). Spain reported 0.7% growth in Q2 (0.6%) in Q1), which is slightly better than expected. The aggregate Q2 GDP is due tomorrow. The latest estimates suggest a flat quarter is likely after 0.6% growth in Q1. Less government spending and weaker exports look like the main culprits. Lastly, the ratification of the trade agreement will require a qualified majority of members and possibly the European Parliament, which could be a challenge. Still, the energy and investment components look either too ambitious (energy) or outside the EU's power to pledge (investment in the US). CNY: The dollar rose for the third consecutive session against the Chinese yuan yesterday. Against the offshore yuan, the dollar recorded the low for the year last Thursday near CNH7.1440. It reached almost CNH7.1830 yesterday and a pinch further today to almost CNH7.1840. The PBOC set the dollar's reference rate at CNY7.1385 last Thursday, its lowest since last November. The dollar was fixed higher for the third consecutive session today (CNY7.1511 vs CNY7.1467 yesterday). The month's high weas set on July 16, slightly above CNH7.19. The greenback has not traded above CNH7.20 since June 11. China's economic calendar is light until Thursday's PMI, which is expected to be little changed. The composite stood at 50.7 in June. The US made a concession to Beijing yesterday in not allowing Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te to stop in the US on his upcoming trip to Latam. It was seen as an effort to avoid derailing the push toward a Trump-Xi summit, but the US President denied it. JPY: The market is feeling more confident that the Bank of Japan will raise rates again toward the end of the year. As recently as July 8, the swaps market was discounting about 10 bp increase this year and now it has slightly more than 18 bp priced. The yen has derived little comfort from the shift. The dollar settled near JPY146.60 on July 8. It reached slightly above JPY148.55 yesterday and JPY148.75 today. The month's high, ~JPY149.20, was the highest for the greenback since early April. Above there is the 200-day moving average (~JPY149.65), which the dollar has not traded above since mid-February. Meanwhile, today's two-year bond auction drew the strongest demand in nine months (4.47x covered vs. 3.90x last month and an average of slightly less than 4.0x over the past 12 months). GBP: Sterling, which was turned back after it approached $1.3600 last week, fell to nearly $1.3350 yesterday, a new low for the month. The losses were extended to almost $1.3315 today. A close below $1.3365 could be a technically ominous sign. It may be the potential neckline of a head and shoulders topping pattern that projects toward $1.2940. The UK's June consumer credit and mortgage lending improved sequentially, and by more than expected, but they are not the typically market movers. CAD: As is often the case in a firm US dollar environment, the Canadian dollar did relatively well yesterday. It was the strongest G10 currency, slipping less than 0.20% against the jumping greenback. The greenback rose slightly above CAD1.3740 and today reached CAD1.3760. The month's high was closer to CAD1.3775, and CAD1.38 was the June high. The Bank of Canada meets tomorrow. There is little chance of a change in policy, and that is true not only of this week's meeting but also the following meeting in September. The swaps market has slightly less than a 45% chance of a cut at the late October meeting but has nearly a 62% chance of a cut in December. AUD: After setting a new high for the year last Thursday (~$0.6625), the Australian dollar reversed lower and subsequently has been unable to sustain even modest upticks. It reached nearly $0.6510 yesterday and briefly and barely took out $0.6500 today. A trendline connecting the June and July low is found around $0.6485 today. Below there is the $0.6455 area; this month's low. Australia's quiet start to the week ends tomorrow with Q2 CPI. The headline pace is expected to moderate to 2.2% from 2.4%, and the underlying measures are also expected to moderate. Ahead of the report, the futures market has a cut nearly fully discounted for next month's meeting and another cut in Q4. June retail sales are due Thursday. The 0.4% increase, the median projection in Bloomberg's survey would be the most since January. MXN: The dollar was bid against the peso before Mexico reported a smaller than expected June surplus ($514.4 mln vs MXN950 mln expected and a revised $1.23 bln surplus in May, which was initially reported as $1.03 bln. Both exports and imports fell. The dollar rose for the third consecutive session and its nearly 1.15% gain was the largest since April. but only after it recorded a new low for the year (~MXN18.51). The greenback rose to nearly MXN18.7750 yesterday and MXN18.8360 today. This month's high was recorded on July 15, near MXN18.8850. The JP Morgan Emerging Market Currency Index fell by nearly 0.75%; its third losing day in a row and its more than 0.70% decline also was the largest since April. The peso was the poorest performer in Latam yesterday. It appears that dollar carry-trades were pared. Mexico reports Q2 GDP tomorrow. The median forecast in Bloomberg's survey is that the economy expanded by 0.4% quarter-over-quarter in Q2 after 0.2% in Q1. Disclaimer

Except for its name, nothing is little about Little Pepe ($LILPEPE). Not its ambition, token giveaway, nor the amount raised. The project itself wants to take meme coins to the next level with its Little Pepe Layer 2 blockchain. Once launched, this will deliver the speed, security, and low fees that modern meme coins need. With the L2, common issues with popular blockchains like Ethereum and Solana will be addressed once and for all. But this journey needs support, which is where the Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) token presale comes in. What’s the Little Pepe Presale All About? It’s a fundraising effort that will allow you to take a direct hand at making the L2 happen. Costing only $0.0017 each, it’s a very affordable way to invest in the project. To date, Little Pepe has raised over $13.7M, making it one of the year’s best crypto to watch. If you spend at least $100 in the presale and complete tasks, you’ll get the chance to join the project’s $777K giveaway. This prize pool will be divided equally between 10 winners, which means you’ll receive $77K worth of $LILPEPE tokens. To get started, head on to the Little Pepe presale page, connect your crypto wallet, enter how many tokens you want to buy, and pay with your credit/debit card, $ETH, or $USDT. From the Earth to the Moon: The Little Pepe Roadmap Like every token presale, Little Pepe’s goal is to go to the moon. To get there, it has a three-phase roadmap, with the presale happening at stage 1. Right now, the team is also building partnerships and creating buzz to make the project even more viral. When it’s moon-ready, the token will be launched in the market’s top exchanges and on Uniswap. This will add further hype to the project as investors buy and trade $LILPEPE. Finally comes the blockchain launch. With an ambitious goal of hitting the top 100 in CoinMarketCap, Little Pepe is taking the right steps to get there. This is where its tokenomics comes in. Tale of the Tape: Little Pepe in Numbers Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) has a total supply of 100B tokens. A huge chunk of this will go towards Chain Reserves (30%) and the Presale (26.5%), which ensure the project’s stability well after the chain is launched. Another thing to note is its Marketing budget (10%). As meme coins rely heavily on hype, this token allocation will allow Little Pepe to get the buzz it needs to succeed, particularly in the early stages of the presale. When it comes to marketing, the team plans on collaborating with influencers, spreading memes and videos, and potentially putting up a billboard to get the word out both online and offline. Slowly But Surely: The Little Pepe Vesting Schedule Little Pepe will also have a token vesting schedule, which will be as follows: TGE – 0% of tokens will be unlocked at launch Cliff – Tokens will be locked for a further three months Vesting – 5% of $LILPEPE tokens will be released every 30 days after the cliff This means that not all tokens will be released post-presale, but rather gradually over time. The strategy is important for several reasons. For one, this helps prevent sell-offs that can crash the token’s price. It also signals that the team is here for the long term and not for short-term gains. Finally, this allows everyone—from the developers to investors—to grow with the project. Time to Hop In—The Little Pepe Hype Train is Here With its goal to dominate the meme coin marketplace, Little Pepe ($LILPEPE) is making bold moves to make it happen. It’s no surprise that it’s already raised over $13.7M in its presale, with plenty of room for growth as it progresses. If you’re ready to join the Little Pepe hype train, then head on to its official presale page and grab some coins.

Ray Dalio, the billionaire behind Bridgewater Associates, says people should think about putting 15% of their money into gold or Bitcoin. His call comes as America’s debt nears the $37 trillion mark. He argues that holding hard assets can help when paper money loses value. “If you were optimizing your portfolio for the best return-to-risk ratio, you would have around 15% of your money in Bitcoin or gold,” Dalio said during the Master Investor podcast this week. Dalio admits he owns only a little Bitcoin and still leans toward gold. But he’s clear that splitting that 15% between the two is up to each investor. Optimizing For A Debt‑Strained Dollar According to Dalio, the US government will need to sell about $12 trillion more in treasuries over the next year to deal with its growing bill. He pointed out that recent Treasury data shows borrowing in the third quarter of 2025 could hit $1 trillion—$453 billion above earlier estimates—and another $590 billion in the fourth quarter. He warns that printing or selling more debt tends to weaken a currency. That’s why gold and Bitcoin, which aren’t tied to any central bank’s balance sheet, can act as buffers against plain old dollars. Balancing Gold And Bitcoin Dalio said gold remains his go‑to choice. It has centuries of track record against inflation and crisis. Bitcoin, on the other hand, is newer and can swing wildly in price. It’s trading around $118,862, roughly 4% below its July 14 all‑time high of $123,250. While its ups and downs can add spice to returns, they can also give some investors sleepless nights. Dalio suggests you pick a mix that feels right. If you hate big price moves, tilt toward gold. If you can stomach Bitcoin’s roller‑coaster, you might give it a bigger slice. Midway Through The Conversation On Risk He raised the idea back in January 2022 with 1% to 2% in Bitcoin. Now he’s tripling that bucket. That jump shows how fast the mood can shift when national debt climbs. Dalio noted that other Western nations like the United Kingdom face the same “debt doom loop” he sees in the US. He said their currencies may lag behind hard assets, making gold and Bitcoin effective diversifiers when government bills keep piling up. Role Of Reserve Currencies Despite his nod to Bitcoin, Dalio said it won’t replace the dollar or euro for central banks. He argued that public blockchains lack privacy. Every transaction is visible, so governments could still watch and intervene. Gold, in contrast, can change hands in private after it leaves the vault. That gives it an edge when you want to keep your holdings off the radar. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView