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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

The British pound is down for a fourth straight day, as the US dollar is showing strength against most of the majors. The pound has declined 1.5% in the current slide. In the European session, GBP/USD is trading at 1.3338, down 0.10% on the day. The pound fell as low as 1.3315 earlier, its lowest level since May 19. UK food inflation rises UK inflation has been going up, so it was no surprise that the British Retail Consortium (BRC) Shop Price Index jumped 0.7% in July, up sharply from 0.4% in June and above the forecast of 0.2%. Food inflation rose for a six consecutive month, rising 4.0% y/y in July, up from 3.7% in June. The driver of the increase was a rise in the cost of meat and tea. The increase in food prices helped boost UK inflation, which climbed to 3.6% y/y in June from 3.4% in May. Consumers are being squeezed by rising inflation and high interest rates and are responding by holding tighter on the purse strings. The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) reported today that retail sales volumes continue to fall sharply, with a reading of -34 in July. This was an improvement from -46 in June but missed the forecast of -28. Despite the fact that inflation is moving the wrong way, the markets expect that the Bank of England will lower interest rates next month. The central bank wants to trim the current cash rate of 4.25% and boost the economy, but the upward risk of inflation remains a headache for BoE policymakers who don't want to see inflation continue to move away from the Bank's 2% target. GBP/USD Technical GBP/USD is putting pressure on support at 1.3337. This is followed by support at 1.3321There is resistance at 1.3359 and 1.3375 GBPUSD 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.

One of the biggest investment trends in 2025 is that buying physical gold has gone mainstream. No longer is owning gold viewed as an exotic alternative; gold has become the standout asset class among affluent investors and has become a mainstream portfolio component for diversification. Wealthy investors more than doubled their allocation to gold from 5% to 11% this year, according to a new HSBC survey. The HSBC Affluent Investors survey revealed that among wealthy investors, allocations to cash and cash equivalents fell by 13 points, while gold saw the biggest jump, increasing by 6 points. Real estate investment allocation increased 3 points, while equities lost 2 points and private equity gained 3 points. It’s not just the affluent who are buying gold; high net worth individuals are also shifting more heavily into gold. There has been a noticeable uptick among high-net-worth U.S. clients who want to diversify from the depreciating U.S. dollar, which has dropped 10% this year, Stephen Jury, J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s global commodity strategist, said. Investors aren’t just buying more gold; they are shifting how and where they store it. Some high-net-worth American investors are shifting geography for where they store their physical gold, diversifying their gold holdings across multiple countries like Switzerland and Singapore. Investors looking for the utmost in security are choosing military bunkers turned vaults. Swiss Gold Safe has built two of these vaults deep in the Swiss Alps, according to COO Ludwig Karl. “Most of our clients are from first-world countries,” Karl said. “However, our clients have lower trust in government or financial systems or are trying to build a backup or insurance plan by holding precious metals outside of the banking system in a neutral and safe country.” In a fast-changing and increasingly complex world, physical gold offers investors a degree of control and privacy that is unparalleled in today’s highly regulated and tracked financial system. Unlike stock, bond, or real estate investments that are tied to a specific location or fiat currency, gold is universally accepted and can be converted into local currency in every country on the globe. It carries a standardized and recognized value for a one-ounce coin, no matter whether you are in Tokyo, London, New York or Sao Paulo. The record price of gold this year reveals the heightened uncertainty around what could lie ahead, but owning physical gold provides a proven ballast to portfolios and the safety and security that only an asset with a 5,000-year track record can provide. Have you considered if it is time to increase your allocation to gold—do you own enough? The post Affluent Investors Double Allocation to Gold in 2025 appeared first on Blanchard and Company.

One of the biggest investment trends in 2025 is that buying physical gold has gone mainstream. No longer is owning gold viewed as an exotic alternative; gold has become the standout asset class among affluent investors and has become a mainstream portfolio component for diversification. Wealthy investors more than doubled their allocation to gold from 5% to 11% this year, according to a new HSBC survey. The HSBC Affluent Investors survey revealed that among wealthy investors, allocations to cash and cash equivalents fell by 13 points, while gold saw the biggest jump, increasing by 6 points. Real estate investment allocation increased 3 points, while equities lost 2 points and private equity gained 3 points. It’s not just the affluent who are buying gold; high net worth individuals are also shifting more heavily into gold. There has been a noticeable uptick among high-net-worth U.S. clients who want to diversify from the depreciating U.S. dollar, which has dropped 10% this year, Stephen Jury, J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s global commodity strategist, said. Investors aren’t just buying more gold; they are shifting how and where they store it. Some high-net-worth American investors are shifting geography for where they store their physical gold, diversifying their gold holdings across multiple countries like Switzerland and Singapore. Investors looking for the utmost in security are choosing military bunkers turned vaults. Swiss Gold Safe has built two of these vaults deep in the Swiss Alps, according to COO Ludwig Karl. “Most of our clients are from first-world countries,” Karl said. “However, our clients have lower trust in government or financial systems or are trying to build a backup or insurance plan by holding precious metals outside of the banking system in a neutral and safe country.” In a fast-changing and increasingly complex world, physical gold offers investors a degree of control and privacy that is unparalleled in today’s highly regulated and tracked financial system. Unlike stock, bond, or real estate investments that are tied to a specific location or fiat currency, gold is universally accepted and can be converted into local currency in every country on the globe. It carries a standardized and recognized value for a one-ounce coin, no matter whether you are in Tokyo, London, New York or Sao Paulo. The record price of gold this year reveals the heightened uncertainty around what could lie ahead, but owning physical gold provides a proven ballast to portfolios and the safety and security that only an asset with a 5,000-year track record can provide. Have you considered if it is time to increase your allocation to gold—do you own enough? The post Affluent Investors Double Allocation to Gold in 2025 appeared first on Blanchard and Company.

As the Bitcoin price hovers just 4% below its all-time high of $123,000, crypto analyst Doctor Profit has issued a new report that could spark increased bullish sentiment among investors, suggesting that a new rally could be on the horizon. Bitcoin Price Poised For Growth After Major Trade Deal In a recent post on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Doctor Profit highlighted a significant technical development for the Bitcoin price, noting that the cryptocurrency has recently broken through a diagonal resistance line on its monthly chart—a barrier that had proven insurmountable for several months. According to the analyst, the Bitcoin price faced repeated rejections at this crucial resistance level from November 2024 through February 2025. However, this month marked a decisive breakout for the cryptocurrency, followed by a successful retest of the $114,000 level last Friday and a “strong bullish impulse” forming. Doctor Profit emphasized that this breakthrough signals a potential upward movement, asserting that the market is primed for the next leg up. He even predicts that the “bullish chart” will soon dominate discussions across social media. Adding to this optimism are recent developments surrounding a US-Europe trade deal announced on Monday by the White House. Doctor Profit noted that tariffs have been a lingering concern for both the Bitcoin price and the broader stock market, suppressing momentum. However, the analyst asserts that the announcement of a new trade agreement—valued at $750 billion in US energy exports and $600 billion in EU investments—has alleviated some of that pressure. Links Between M2 Money Supply And BTC’s Potential On a macroeconomic level, Doctor Profit highlighted the M2 money supply as a crucial factor influencing the Bitcoin price trajectory. Following a 25% expansion of M2 in 2020 due to pandemic-related measures, Bitcoin experienced an 800% rally. Currently, M2 has increased by 2.3% since the beginning of 2025, despite ongoing quantitative tightening measures by the Federal Reserve (Fed). The analyst believes that this indicates that the Fed may be poised to adopt more aggressive monetary policies in the near future. Historical data suggests a correlation between increases in M2 and Bitcoin price movements, with the analyst estimating a potential upside of 30-35% for Bitcoin with every 1% increase in M2. The most significant expansion has occurred in recent months, particularly between May and June 2025, when M2 saw a monthly increase of 0.63%. Given Bitcoin’s typical lag in response to M2 changes—approximately 60 to 90 days—there is speculation that this could lead to a 15-17.5% rally in the coming weeks, positioning Bitcoin toward the $130,000 mark. Looking ahead, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting is slated for Wednesday, with a strong expectation of no interest rate cuts. As of this writing, the market’s leading cryptocurrency trades at $117,569, up nearly 71% on a year-to-date (YTD) basis. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

China Industrial Bank (CIB) is stepping up its digital game with plans for an AI-enchanced stablecoin, aiming to push itself from the US dollar’s grip on global finance. This move forms part of its wider digital-to-smart bank transformation strategy. The initiative reflects a calculated response to growing stablecoin adoption and evolving regulatory frameworks like the US GENIUS Act. While the AI angle remains mysterious, the project signals China’s intensifying ambition to build tech-forward financial tools with global reach. BitcoinPriceMarket CapBTC$2.34T24h7d30d1yAll time Stablecoin, AI, and a Smarter China Industrial Bank At the heart of China Industrial Bank’s latest strategy is an ambitious shift from a digital industrial bank to a “smart” one powered by artificial intelligence, data, and blockchain. CIB announced during its 2025 semi-annual conference that the stablecoin initiative is more than just about launching a pegged digital asset. It is a part of a wider tech pivot labeled “Artificial Intelligence Plus” and “Data Element X”, both within China’s financial sector, that hint at enhanced automation, risk modeling, and operational intelligence. Hong Kong, meanwhile, plays a pivotal role in this evolving ecosystem. As a financial conduit between China and global markets, it’s quickly becoming the testbed for state-aligned stablecoin development. A HKD-denominated stablecoin by Hong Kong Telecom and Standard Chartered may act as a launchpad for CIB’s future cross-border ambitions. AI could serve as the differentiator here, not just as a marketing hook, but as the backbone for fraud detection, compliance automation, and real-time liquidity analysis. CIB’s AI stablecoin is a strategic signal that is carefully executed to position the bank as a major competitor to the US dollar. DISCOVER: 20+ Next Crypto to Explode in 2025 Join The 99Bitcoins News Discord Here For The Latest Market Updates1 Key Takeaways China Industrial Bank will launch an AI stablecoin. Hong Kong is taking the role of issuance. The post China Industrial Bank Fast-Tracks AI Stablecoin to Counter Dollar appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Despite what is akin to a bull market with the Bitcoin price hitting multiple new all-time highs, the Ethereum price continues to hit major resistances in its campaign for new highs. The most recent is the resistance push at the $3,800, which perfectly aligns with the 4-year resistance line that has kept the leading altcoin by market cap from hitting new all-time highs. However, as Ethereum once again gears up for a retest, this time could be the chart that signals the breakout. Ethereum On The Verge Of Breakout Crypto analyst MMCrypto highlighted a possible breakout on the Ethereum price chart after the altcoin moved back toward a 4-year resistance trendline. This trendline had begun back in 2021 when the Ethereum price had hit its $4,800 all-time high, and since then, it has become the resistant trendline to beat for the ETH price to rally to new highs. Over the last four years, this resistance trendline has held firmly, beating the Ethereum price back down from the $4,000 level. This has prevented a rally toward its $4,800 and made the $5,000 expected target push even farther away. But now, there could be another opportunity for Ethereum to turn the tide and break this resistance once and for all. Currently, the ETH price is still trending below $4,000, suggesting that the bears are still holding the resistance line. With the price trading below this resistance, MMCrypto points out that ETH has now been underperforming for four years. Given this, a large number of investors have lost money on their investments or haven’t seen a profit. The major target now is for the resistance to be broken. The crypto analyst explains that once this happens, then the Ethereum price could see a monumental pump from here. This pump, he explains, will be fueled by investors who have yet to realize any profit on their ETH holdings over the last four years. With the expectation that the resistance trendline will be broken, the analyst urges investors to be patient. He points out that once the pump begins, those who were patient will be the ones to reap the profits of this ETH price action. Additionally, Ethereum will not be the only altcoin to benefit from a pump. Previous altcoin seasons have been sparked by movements in the Ethereum price, and if ETH is able to break toward a new all-time high, then the altcoin market is expected to follow suit. “The Ethereum Pump if & when it happens, will have a broad influence on the whole Crypto Space & take many Altcoins with it! Be ready, be prepared,” the analyst said in closing.

The crypto market took a mild hit today, with total capitalisation falling by 2% to $3.91 trillion. The market may face increased volatility ahead of the FOMC meeting later today, as investors await key signals from the Federal Reserve. With the CME FedWatch Tool showing a 96.9% probability that interest rates will remain unchanged, most expect a pause rather than a pivot. Bitcoin price remained relatively steady, trading between $118,000 and $119,000 after recovering from a drop to $115,000. Ethereum, however, continues to hold strong above $3,700, bolstered by a record $5.2 billion in net inflows into spot ETH ETFs. Clearly, we’re seeing a rotation from Bitcoin into altcoins, at least for now, so what are the best altcoins to buy in anticipation of a possible altcoin season? EXPLORE: Best New Cryptocurrencies to Invest in 2025 Best Altcoins to Buy Right Now? From ETH To Hyperliquid and Solana Offer Unique Upside for August 2025 ETH ETFs saw $65.14 million in inflows, with BlackRock’s ETHA leading the charge at $131.95 million. ETH ETFs now hold $21.5 billion in assets and are becoming an increasingly important part of the altcoin landscape. Corporate treasuries are now accumulating ETH, with firms like SharpLink Gaming surpassing the Ethereum Foundation’s holdings. Over $1.6 billion in ETH has been acquired by major corporations in the past month, suggesting long-term conviction. Ethereum remains the leading altcoin and a key signal for broader market trends. With spot ETH ETFs now logging 17 consecutive days of inflows totaling $5.2 billion, institutional confidence is surging. ETH/BTC technicals have flipped bullish, and analysts increasingly view Ethereum as the foundation of the next crypto cycle. (ETHUSDT) Ethereum is approaching key resistance at $4,069 after a strong rally from below $2,400. A breakout could target $4,500–$5,000, supported by record ETF inflows. The structure favors bulls, but confirmation is needed above this level to sustain momentum. A new ETH ATH could kickstart the highly awaited altcoin season. At the same time, Hyperliquid (HYPE) is also making numbers. Built on a custom Layer 1 optimized for high-speed, on-chain perpetuals, it offers gasless, low-latency execution and deep order books. As traders seek alternatives to centralized exchanges, Hyperliquid’s blend of performance and transparency positions it as a top choice for advanced users. Its rapid growth and strong developer activity make it a key altcoin to watch. Currently trading at $43,93, HYPE could be aiming for the $100 target next. Solana, meanwhile, has regained momentum after past network issues. With fast transactions and minimal fees, it’s once again a hub for DeFi, NFTs, and tokenized assets. Upgrades like Firedancer have boosted reliability, while rising user activity and institutional interest support continued upside. SOL remains a leading Layer 1 with long-term growth potential. 37 minutes ago World Liberty and New Wallets Snap Up Over $2.7B in Ethereum Since July By Fatima ETH accumulation continues. Trump’s World Liberty recently spent 1 million USDC to buy 256.75 ETH at a price of $3,895 about 24 hours ago. So far, World Liberty has accumulated a total of 77,226 ETH, valued at around $296 million, with an average purchase price of $3,294. This position currently shows an unrealized profit of approximately $41.7 million. In addition, a new wallet (0x286f) added another 12,749 ETH, worth about $48 million, 12 hours ago. Since July 9, nine new wallets have collectively bought 628,646 ETH, totaling around $2.38 billion. This significant accumulation signals strong interest and confidence in Ethereum from fresh investors and large buyers. The post [LIVE] Bitcoin Steady Above $118K Ahead of FOMC And ETH ETF Breaks Records – What Are The Best Altcoins to Invest In? appeared first on 99Bitcoins.

Monday, 29 July’s standout move came from the FX market, where the US dollar surged to near a two-month high. The greenback’s strength followed initial optimism over the newly announced US-EU trade deal, which triggered a brief intraday spike of 0.3% in the euro during the early hours of Monday’s Asian session. However, that euro rally quickly faded. By the close of the US session, the euro had tumbled 1.3%, its steepest daily drop since 12 May 2025, making it the worst-performing major currency. The US Dollar Index climbed 1% on the day, bringing its July-to-date gain to 2%, its strongest monthly performance of 2025. Trade terms favour the US, stir EU criticism The reversal in euro sentiment was driven by criticism over the deal's perceived imbalance. Under the agreement, the EU will apply a 15% tariff on most exports to the US, while its own tariffs on US goods will fall below 1%. Additionally, the EU has pledged to buy US$750 billion worth of American energy and invest another US$600 billion in the US economy. German officials and industry leaders voiced concern that the deal disproportionately benefits the US, potentially harming the competitiveness of European manufacturers. Reflecting this unease, Germany’s DAX fell 1%, the worst performer among major European indices. Read more EU-US Trade deal and USD bullying – Market wrap for the North American session - July 28 US tech rally continues, led by Nvidia In contrast, US equities extended their bullish momentum. Nvidia surged 1.9% intraday on Monday to close at another record high, fueling further gains in the Nasdaq 100, which rose 0.4% to a fresh all-time closing high of 23,356. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 E-mini futures continued the rally in today’s Asia session, gaining 0.1% and 0.2%, respectively. Asian equities pull back amid stronger dollar Despite the bullish tone in US markets, most Asia-Pacific indices slipped in today’s session, weighed down by the firmer dollar. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index dropped 1% to a five-day low, even as markets anticipate a 90-day extension of the US-China tariff truce beyond the 12 August deadline. Japan’s Nikkei 225 also fell 1% to 40,590, marking its third straight daily loss. The index is now nearing its 20-day moving average at around 40,130, which may act as intermediate support. USD/JPY nears key resistance as yen rebounds In the currency markets, the dollar’s rally paused. The Japanese yen emerged as the best-performing major currency today, up 0.2% against the greenback. The USD/JPY pair hit an intraday high of 148.71 and is now testing a critical resistance zone between 149.00 and 149.60, which has capped gains since mid-May. Gold finds support as dollar eases Gold (XAU/USD) managed to halt its four-day losing streak, gaining 0.1% intraday. The yellow metal found support around the US$3,300 level, a key medium-term technical floor, benefiting from the dollar’s subdued intraday performance. Economic data releases Fig 1: Key data for today’s Asia mid-session (Source: MarketPulse) Chart of the day – Nikkei 225’s corrective pull-back may have ended Fig 2: Japan 225 CFD Index minor trend as of 29 July 2025 (Source: TradingView) After hitting its current 52-week high of 42,084 on last Thursday, 24 July (just a whisker below its current all-time high of 42,513 printed in July 2024), the price actions of the Japan 225 CFD Index (a proxy of the Nikkei 225 futures) have staged a minor corrective pull-back of -3.6%. The three-day minor corrective decline sequence has reached a potential key inflection zone of 40,470/40,130 defined by a confluence of elements (the rising 20-day moving average, the 61.8%/76.4% Fibonacci retracement of the prior sharp rally from 22 July low to 24 July high) (see Fig 2). In addition, the hourly RSI momentum indicator has just flashed out a bullish divergence condition at its oversold region, which suggests that the downside momentum of the three-day corrective decline has eased. The odds now are in favour of the bulls for a continuation of another potential round of impulsive up-move sequence within its medium-term uptrend phase. Watch the 40,130 key short-term pivotal support, and a clearance above 41,110 sees the next intermediate resistances coming in at 41,650, 41,940/975, and 42,513 in the first step. On the other hand, failure to hold at 40,130 invalidates the recovery scenario for a round of corrective decline extension to expose the next intermediate supports at 39,455, and 38,940 (also the 50-day moving average). 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’s price is beginning to recover after a brief period of stagnation, trading at $118,945 at the time of writing. This marks a 1% increase over the past 24 hours, with the asset briefly reaching a high of $119,754 during the same period. The recent upward movement suggests a cautious return of buying interest, though analysts warn that market participants should remain aware of deeper trends influencing price action. Among the key voices weighing in is CryptoQuant contributor Yonsei Dent, who highlighted a familiar pattern in Bitcoin’s current on-chain metrics. MVRV Ratio Signals Possible Peak by Late August According to Dent, the 365-day moving average (DMA) of the Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) ratio has proven to be a historically useful indicator of market cycle tops. Drawing parallels to 2021, when the MVRV 365DMA formed a double-top pattern followed by the start of a bear market, Dent suggested that Bitcoin could be approaching a similar inflection point. In his analysis titled “MVRV Points to a Potential Cycle Peak — Late August May Be the Real Turning Point,” Dent noted that the structure of the current cycle resembles the double-top formation seen in 2021. He projects that if the same six-month interval is applied, the market could experience a peak by around September 10. However, Dent emphasized that the MVRV ratio is a lagging indicator, and thus a reversal in Bitcoin’s trend may begin as early as late August. The analyst also linked this potential turning point to broader macroeconomic narratives, such as speculation around Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. While Dent did not predict an exact price top, he urged market participants to treat this period as one that requires heightened attention to risk management. “Let on-chain timing guide your strategy — now is the time to tighten risk management and stay nimble,” he advised. Bitcoin Liquidity Metrics Suggest Potential Saturation In a separate post, CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain examined the Bitcoin Stablecoin Supply Ratio (SSR) as another tool to evaluate current market strength. The SSR compares Bitcoin’s market capitalization to that of all stablecoins, offering a window into liquidity dynamics within the crypto ecosystem. Arab Chain explained that stablecoins act as the fiat-equivalent within the market, and their supply levels relative to Bitcoin help measure the purchasing power available to fuel price movements. According to Arab Chain, a rising SSR indicates a lower presence of stablecoins relative to Bitcoin, which could mean that price gains are occurring despite limited liquidity. This scenario suggests that the current upward momentum may be encountering diminishing support from new capital inflows. “A continued rise in the indicator may indicate that buying momentum may weaken in the future due to low liquidity,” he wrote, adding that unless stablecoin reserves grow meaningfully in the coming days, Bitcoin’s rally could face resistance. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Injective (INJ) has hit a five-month high after retesting a crucial resistance level on Monday and attempting to break out from a bullish pattern. Some analysts suggested that the cryptocurrency will have a massive run in the coming weeks. Injective Retests Crucial Levels Over the past month, Injective has recorded a substantial bullish performance, climbing 40% since late June, when the cryptocurrency traded below the $10 support. Since hitting its December high of $35.26, INJ has retraced around 60%, falling below this key support multiple times. During the April-May market recovery, the cryptocurrency broke out of its multi-month downtrend and climbed to its $10-$15 local price range, hitting a multi-month high of $15.48. However, the June pullback sent the token’s price to the $9 support zone before it bounced, tested the $10-$12 area, and broke out of its one-month downtrend in early July. At the time, analyst Crypto Rand suggested that a breakout above the $12 resistance level would “trigger the bull reversal,” which would push the token’s price toward the local range high. Injective has been attempting to reclaim the crucial $15 range high since its early July breakout, hitting a five-month high of $16.35 on Monday and passing the $16 barrier for the first time since February. Amid the token’s momentum, Crypto Rand noted that “INJ following the path, we are going straight to $30” as the first stop.” He added that Injective has become the Layer-1 (L1) with the highest code commits over the past 365 days. A recent report showed that the network is leading with 36,500 commits, 3.2% ahead of other L1s. Is A Rally To New Highs Near? Analyst Ali Martinez highlighted that Injective could see a 66% rally if it breaks out of a triangle formation. According to the chart, the cryptocurrency has been forming an ascending triangle pattern since March, with the key resistance level sitting around the $15 area. Amid its start-of-week pump, the cryptocurrency briefly broke out of the pattern but ultimately failed to hold above the crucial resistance. Notably, INJ fell below the $15 mark after failing to reclaim this level, retracing 10% intraday. However, reclaiming the key resistance would propel Injective to $25, a level not seen since January. Meanwhile, market watcher Crypto Patel pointed out an inverse Head and Shoulders pattern forming on Injective’s chart over the past six months, which could propel the token to a new yearly high if it breaks out. He highlighted that the INJ’s rising trendline support remains intact, while the pattern’s neckline has been retested twice, with the price compressing between these two levels. To the analyst, Injective needs a daily close and hold above the $16.20 area to confirm the breakout. If it reclaims this level, the setup would target a 153% move toward $41 mark, with the post-breakout initial targets sitting around the $26.36 and $34.32 resistances. On the contrary, he affirmed that falling below the $12 support zone would invalidate the setup, which could also send the token’s price to the next support level around the $10 mark. As of this writing, Injective trades at $14.70, a 4.6% decline in the daily timeframe.

Dogecoin started a fresh decline from the $0.250 zone against the US Dollar. DOGE is now consolidating and might decline below the $0.2220 support. DOGE price started a fresh decline below the $0.2350 level. The price is trading below the $0.2320 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.2280 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The price could start a fresh upward move if it clears the $0.2280 and $0.2350 resistance levels. Dogecoin Price Eyes Recovery Wave Dogecoin price started a fresh decline from the $0.250 resistance zone, underperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum. DOGE declined below the $0.2350 and $0.2320 support levels. The decline gained pace below the $0.2300 level. A low was formed at $0.2225 and the price is now consolidating losses. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.2280 on the hourly chart of the DOGE/USD pair. Dogecoin price is now trading below the $0.2320 level and the 100-hourly simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $0.2280 level and the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.2486 swing high to the $0.2225 low. The first major resistance for the bulls could be near the $0.2350 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.2486 swing high to the $0.2225 low. The next major resistance is near the $0.2420 level. A close above the $0.2420 resistance might send the price toward the $0.250 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $0.2550 level. The next major stop for the bulls might be $0.2650. Downside Correction In DOGE? If DOGE’s price fails to climb above the $0.2280 level, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $0.2220 level. The next major support is near the $0.2120 level. The main support sits at $0.2050. If there is a downside break below the $0.2050 support, the price could decline further. In the stated case, the price might decline toward the $0.1980 level or even $0.1920 in the near term. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for DOGE/USD is now gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for DOGE/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.2220 and $0.2120. Major Resistance Levels – $0.2280 and $0.2350.

XRP price started a downside correction below the $3.250 zone. The price is now consolidating and might dip further below the $3.050 zone. XRP price started a fresh pullback below the $3.250 zone. The price is now trading below $3.220 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3.240 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $3.080 zone. XRP Price Dips Below Support XRP price started a fresh decline from the $3.330 zone, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price declined below the $3.2850 and $3.250 support levels. The price dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3.004 swing low to the $3.330 high. Besides, there was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3.240 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. The decline was such that the price traded below the $3.120 level. The price is now trading below $3.150 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.1680 level. The first major resistance is near the $3.220 level. A clear move above the $3.220 resistance might send the price toward the $3.250 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.330 resistance or even $3.350 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $3.40 zone. Another Drop? If XRP fails to clear the $3.250 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3.080 level or the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3.004 swing low to the $3.330 high. The next major support is near the $3.050 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $3.050 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $3.020 support. The next major support sits near the $3.00 zone where the bulls might take a stand. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $3.080 and $3.00. Major Resistance Levels – $3.1680 and $3.250.

Ethereum price extended its increase above the $3,880 zone. ETH is now consolidating gains and might soon aim for a move toward $4,000. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,820 and $3,880 levels. The price is trading near $3,800 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3,800 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,720 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Corrects Some Gains Ethereum price remained supported above the $3,720 level and started a fresh increase, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded above the $3,800 and $3,850 resistance levels. There was a move above the $3,880 level. The price tested the $3,920 zone. A high was formed at $3,939 and the price is now correcting gains. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3,515 swing low to the $3,939 high. Besides, there was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3,800 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading near $3,800 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,820 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,840 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,880 level. A clear move above the $3,880 resistance might send the price toward the $3,940 resistance. An upside break above the $3,940 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $4,000 resistance zone or even $4,120 in the near term. Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,820 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,720 level. The first major support sits near the $3,700 zone. A clear move below the $3,700 support might push the price toward the $3,650 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,550 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,420. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $3,720 Major Resistance Level – $3,820

On-chain data shows the Ethereum Exchange Reserve has plunged by more than 1 million ETH over the past month. What does this mean for the asset? Ethereum Exchange Reserve Has Seen A Sharp Decline In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has talked about the latest trend in the Exchange Reserve of Ethereum. The “Exchange Reserve” here refers to an on-chain indicator that keeps track of the total amount of ETH that’s sitting in the wallets associated with centralized exchanges. When the value of this metric goes down, it means the investors are withdrawing a net number of coins from these platforms. Generally, holders take their coins to self-custodial wallets when they plan to hold into the long term, so such a trend can be a bullish sign for the cryptocurrency. On the other hand, the indicator’s value observing a decline suggests the inflows into exchanges outweigh the outflows. As one of the main reasons why investors use exchanges is for selling-related purposes, this kind of trend could be bearish for the asset’s price. Now, here is the chart shared by the analyst that shows how the Exchange Reserve for Ethereum has changed during the last few months: As displayed in the above graph, the Ethereum Exchange Reserve has seen a sharp drop recently, implying the investors have withdrawn a large amount of the asset. More specifically, the holder have taken out more than 1 million tokens of the cryptocurrency (worth about $3.8 billion at the current price) from the exchanges over the past month. Alongside this withdrawal spree, the ETH price has enjoyed a bull rally beyond the $3,800 level, indicating that the accumulation wave could be a driving factor behind it. The Exchange Reserve may be to keep an eye on now, as where it heads next could also end up having an effect on the asset. In some other news, the Ethereum Taker Sell Volume has just seen a sharp spike, as CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn has pointed out in an X post. The Taker Sell Volume here refers to a metric that keeps track of the volume of sell orders (in USD) that are being filed by traders in Ethereum perpetual swaps. From the chart, it’s apparent that this metric has just observed two huge spikes. Across these, Taker Sell Volume has totaled at a whopping $2.68 billion. Whether this reflects a shift in market sentiment or just short-term positioning remains to be seen. ETH Price While altcoins like XRP and Dogecoin have seen pullbacks during the past week, Ethereum has managed to do relatively well as its price is trading around $3,800.

Bitcoin is gradually regaining its footing after a brief pause in its upward momentum. At the time of writing, the asset is trading above $118,000, reflecting a 10% increase over the past month. Despite this modest recovery, Bitcoin remains approximately 3.1% below its all-time high, which was reached earlier this month. The current market phase suggests a period of cautious recalibration, as traders assess the sustainability of the latest price movements amid fluctuating on-chain and exchange metrics. One of CryptoQuant’s QuickTake contributors, Darkfost, has drawn attention to a key trend among short-term Bitcoin holders. According to his analysis, on-chain traders, those actively buying and selling on spot markets, are only seeing 13% unrealized gains at present. This segment refers to holders of BTC aged between one and three months, who typically represent more reactive and sentiment-driven behavior. Compared to prior bull cycles, where profits reached as high as 232% in 2012 and 150% in 2021, the current cycle has shown far more restrained profitability, peaking at just 69% before slipping lower. Bitcoin Short-Term Holder Behavior Points to Caution Darkfost emphasized that even though Bitcoin’s price remains close to record highs, the current low profit margins held by short-term investors, whose realized purchase price averages around $104,000, may explain the lack of widespread selling. These holders may be waiting for stronger gains before taking profits. However, the analyst warned that if market conditions deteriorate further and these holders start to incur losses, their eventual capitulation could lead to a rapid sell-off. Historically, such capitulations have coincided with price corrections, but also presented entry opportunities for longer-term investors seeking favorable market conditions. In a related post, fellow CryptoQuant contributor BorisVest explored activity among large Bitcoin holders. He noted that whale inflows to Binance have risen sharply, with the 30-day cumulative inflow metric jumping by $1.2 billion in a single day on July 25. This sudden surge coincided with downward price pressure and a rejection at the $120,000 level, sending Bitcoin back toward the $115,000–$116,000 range. BorisVest highlighted that although retail investors have also been transferring coins to exchanges, their activity remains relatively modest in comparison, suggesting that large holders are playing a more dominant role in current market moves. Whale Inflows Add Pressure to Key Support Zone The imbalance between retail and whale inflows is creating a fragile support structure, according to BorisVest. The analyst pointed out that if the current support range around $115,000 fails to hold, Bitcoin could decline toward the $110,000 level. Conversely, a strong rebound from this area might set the stage for another push toward the $121,000 mark or even new record highs. The market’s direction in the near term is expected to hinge on how effectively buying demand can absorb the current wave of whale-driven selling. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

Bitcoin price is holding the $117,250 support zone. BTC is consolidating and must clear the $118,500 resistance zone to gain bullish momentum in the near term. Bitcoin started a downside correction below the $118,500 zone. The price is trading near $118,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $118,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might start another increase if it clears the $118,500 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Eyes Upside Break Bitcoin price started a fresh increase above the $117,000 zone. BTC climbed above the $117,500 and $118,800 resistance levels to move into a positive zone. The bulls were able to push the price above the $119,250 resistance. A high was formed at $119,795 and the pair is now correcting gains. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $114,733 swing low to the $119,795 high. Bitcoin is now trading near $118,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $118,200 level. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $118,200 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The first key resistance is near the $119,200 level. The next resistance could be $120,500. A close above the $120,500 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $122,500 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $122,500 level. The main target could be $123,200. More Losses In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $118,500 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $117,250 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $114,733 swing low to the $119,795 high. The first major support is near the $116,600 level. The next support is now near the $115,550 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $114,600 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 losing pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $117,250, followed by $116,600. Major Resistance Levels – $118,500 and $120,500.

Bitcoin (BTC) surged 28% in July, reaching highs near $123,200, fueled by growing institutional adoption and strategic accumulation. Tokyo-listed Metaplanet led the charge, purchasing 780 BTC worth $93 million, bringing its total holdings to 17,132 BTC valued at $1.7 billion. The firm aims to acquire 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply, 210,000 BTC, by 2027, signaling aggressive long-term confidence. Despite Bitcoin’s rally, Metaplanet’s stock fell 40% year-to-date due to valuation concerns and investor profit-taking. Nonetheless, this divergence reflects a broader shift, with Japanese firms increasingly adopting Bitcoin as a reserve asset. Analysts suggest that Metaplanet’s strategy could shape institutional treasury models in volatile macroeconomic conditions. $111,500: Bitcoin’s New Strategic Buy Zone Technical analysts now view the $111,500 level as a key support zone, marking a significant resistance-turned-support flip. Markus Thielen of Matrixport highlights this level as a strategic entry point for investors. A confirmed bounce could propel BTC toward a breakout above $120,000, pushing a bullish momentum. Consequently, traders are advised to watch for strong volume confirmation around $111K, employing staggered entries and tight stop-losses. While dips below $112K may present buying opportunities, a sustained decline would require reassessment of risk. The level’s psychological significance aligns with historical resistance flips that often precede long-term rallies. Altcoin-Focused Funds Suffer as BTC Dominates While Bitcoin thrives, altcoin-heavy liquid crypto funds have seen dramatic losses. Asymmetric Capital’s Liquid Alpha Fund collapsed by 78% despite Bitcoin’s gains, due to overexposure to speculative altcoins and excessive leverage. Institutional capital is now favoring utility-driven, revenue-generating projects over memecoins. Experts like Rajiv Patel-O’Connor emphasize that future crypto investments must meet stricter criteria; liquidity, transparency, and token utility. As Bitcoin continues to cement its role as a digital reserve asset, the market is clearly pivoting toward sustainable fundamentals. Bottom Line Bitcoin’s rally, especially with the institutional momentum and technical bullish signals, marks a pivotal moment for crypto markets. The $111,500 zone could be a rare opportunity for savvy investors seeking structured entry amid broader altcoin turmoil. Cover image from ChatGPT, BTCUSD chart from Tradingview

The Bitcoin Stablecoin Supply Ratio (SSR) points at thinning liquidity in the sector, potentially explaining the consolidation in the asset’s price. Bitcoin SSR Rose Alongside The Earlier Price Surge As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant Quicktake post, the Bitcoin SSR has witnessed an increase recently. The “SSR” here refers to an indicator that measures the ratio between the market cap of Bitcoin and that of the stablecoins. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies that peg themselves to the price of a fiat currency, with USD-based tokens being the most popular. Investors generally use stables when they want to escape the volatility associated with other digital assets like Bitcoin. Many holders who keep their capital stashed away in stablecoins, however, eventually plan to re-invest into volatile coins. As such, some view the supply of these cryptocurrencies as a measure of the ‘dry powder‘ available in the sector for BTC and other assets. Since the SSR compares the market cap of Bitcoin against this dry powder, it tells us about which part of the sector investor capital is dominating right now. When the metric goes up, it means that capital is transferring from stablecoins to BTC or if both are receiving inflows, that the latter is just seeing more of them. In either case, relative dry powder is going down. Similarly, the metric registering a decline implies capital is shifting towards stables. Such a trend can be a sign that investors have more purchasing power relative to BTC’s market cap. Now, here is a chart that shows the trend in the Bitcoin SSR over the last few months: As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin SSR tracked the earlier BTC price surge almost 1:1, indicating that the increase in the asset’s market cap outpaced any rise in stablecoin liquidity. Since the peak in the cryptocurrency’s price, the indicator has declined a bit, but its value still remains at a significant level of 18.8. This means that the asset’s total value is currently 18.8 times the supply of the stablecoins. “This indicates a temporary saturation in the market unless we see additional stablecoins entering,” notes the quant. The recent high values in the Bitcoin SSR may at least be in part behind the consolidation that the cryptocurrency has been facing. It now remains to be seen where the metric would go next. A drop in its value would naturally suggest stablecoins are witnessing inflows, which could potentially set up the next leg in the BTC rally. BTC Price Bitcoin briefly declined below $115,000 on Friday, but the coin has since bounced back as its price is now trading around $118,800.

Based on community chatter, August 15, 2025 might bring a crucial turn for Ripple and its XRP Ledger. July’s rally saw XRP jump over 20%, and now investors are bracing for moves tied to a court deadline, a major summit and the rollout of a new stablecoin. All eyes are on mid‑August as the market waits to see if talk turns into action. Legal Appeal Deadline According to court filings, Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission must submit a joint status update by August 15 about their appeal of Judge Torres’s 2023 ruling on XRP’s programmatic sales. That decision, which said XRP is not a security in those sales, came after years of back‑and‑forth. The 54th anniversary of the US ending the gold standard also falls on the same date. Some in the XRP community say the timing could speed up a final settlement if both sides choose to drop appeals instead of pushing on. Global Summit Dates Based on reports, the so‑called BRICS Road Rally is set for August 9–15, 2025 in Kazan, Russia. The summit agenda is said to include talks on a shared digital currency and new payment rails. With five major emerging economies pushing hard to reduce their reliance on the dollar, some see a link between those discussions and Ripple’s tech. Ripple already works with central banks on tokenized asset projects, and XRPL could slot into a future BRICS payment system as a bridge currency. Ripple’s own timeline is packed. By mid‑August, the company hopes to secure a national trust charter, giving it the same kind of banking access that big banks enjoy. Stablecoin And Banking Moves If it wins that green light, its RLUSD stablecoin could run directly on US banking rails. That would let money move in minutes rather than days. Ripple also aims to expand payment corridors in over 50 countries and to support tokenized assets like real estate and treasuries on XRPL. According to Ripple’s own updates, RLUSD launched in October 2024 and now has about $470 million in circulation. The company has said it wants Fed master account access for its reserve funds. Getting the charter could take months of regulatory review, but a win would fast‑track RLUSD integration with US banks. That would be a big step toward making XRP and its ledger a core part of how money moves across borders. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView