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This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Panama, July 31, 2025 – HTX, a leading global crypto exchange, recently announced its robust performance for the first half of 2025, demonstrating resilient growth in both user base and trading volume despite macro headwinds and a shifting regulatory environment. To mark the occasion, HTX held […]

This content is provided by a sponsor. PRESS RELEASE. Panama, July 31, 2025 – HTX, a leading global crypto exchange, has recently launched App v11.0 in celebration of its upcoming 12th anniversary. As competition among global crypto exchanges intensifies, the battleground has expanded beyond trading functionality to include visual design, intuitive usability, and emotional engagement. […]

New protocol lets Bitcoin, Ethereum and other major chains gain opt‑in confidentiality without giving up liquidity or self‑custody 31st July 2025 – Confidential Layer, an interoperability start‑up building on the Bridgeless L1 blockchain, today announced the public launch of its non‑custodial cross‑chain bridge. The release enables users to upgrade their favorite assets such as BTC, ETH, […]

Bitcoin rebounded from a “flash crash” on July 30, trading above $118,900 before dropping to below $118,700. The crash followed the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain interest rates, causing BTC to plummet from around $118,600 to a low of $115,784. Flash Crash Triggers Significant Liquidations Bitcoin ( BTC) recovered from a late July 30 […]

The latest Crypto Confidence Index revealed that hyperliquid (HYPE) led the bullish sentiment with a score of 88.02, driven by a 203.54% price increase, while GT had the lowest confidence score at 3.08, with a 31.57% price drop and high negative sentiment of 30.28%. Top Bullish Performers: HYPE Leads the Charge The second quarter of […]

A U.S. senator has declared “this is the year for digital assets,” endorsing landmark federal efforts poised to transform crypto regulation, boost innovation and reshape financial markets. Senate Leadership Aligns With White House to Champion Crypto Revolution U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) praised the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets on July 30, describing […]

Indonesia will hike tax rates on cryptocurrency transactions starting August 1, with sellers on domestic exchanges now facing a 0.21% tax on transaction value, while those using overseas exchanges will see their rate increase to 1%. Crypto’s Rising Popularity Fuels Tax Adjustments Indonesia is set to implement higher tax rates on cryptocurrency transactions starting August […]

The Smarter Web Company PLC announced the purchase of 225 bitcoins on Wednesday as part of its ongoing corporate treasury strategy. Smarter Web PLC Spends £19.9M on 225 Bitcoin Acquisition The London-listed technology firm paid an average price of £88,482 per Bitcoin, totaling £19,908,550. This acquisition increases the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 2,050. The […]

Bitcoin traded at $117,425 to $117,904 over the past hour on July 30, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.34 trillion. Over the last 24 hours, its trading volume reached $35.48 billion, and it moved within a narrow range of $117,157 to $118,965, reflecting a market in wait-and-see mode. Bitcoin On the daily chart, bitcoin […]

U.S. President Donald Trump officially opened the new Trump International Golf Links course in Aberdeen, Scotland, which will host the inaugural Nexo Championship from August 7 to 10, 2025. The event marks a collaboration between digital finance and global golf, with Nexo co-founders Antoni Trenchev and Kosta Kantchev in attendance, alongside Scottish First Minister John […]

The request to make Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings open to the public was made via a dubious lawsuit filed by James Fishback’s Azoria Capital. Fed’s Closed-Door Policy Upheld as Judge Blocks Public Access Request In a strange turn of events, U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell found himself at the center of a […]

XRP takes center stage as Wellgistics Health files with the SEC to adopt it as both a treasury reserve and payments engine across its healthcare and tech operations. Wellgistics Health Unveils XRP Strategy in SEC Filing With Dual Focus on Reserve and Payments Wellgistics Health Inc. (Nasdaq: WGRX) filed a registration statement with the U.S. […]

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on Tuesday that “authorized participants” (APs) for crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) can now execute in-kind transactions, in line with all other commodity-based ETPs. APs are financial institutions that create and redeem ETP shares based on market demand. The creation and redemption processes are most efficient and cost-effective […]

The U.S. Federal Reserve is currently conducting its two-day meeting to determine the direction of the country’s interest rates. BTC Holds Steady Ahead of Critical Fed Interest Rate Decision Most experts are predicting the Fed will hold rates at the 4.25-4.50% level when central bank Chairman Jerome Powell emerges from the two-day Federal Open Market […]

Welcome to Latam Insights Encore, a deep dive into Latin America’s most relevant economic and crypto news from the past week. This edition explores how the Brazilian Congress must fight to block Lula’s blanket crypto taxation for the decentralized part of the crypto ecosystem to continue thriving. Latam Insights Encore: Brazilian Congress Must Reject Lula’s […]

Jürgen Schaaf, Advisor to the Senior Management of Market Infrastructure and Payments at the ECB, has warned about the potential impact of stablecoins in Europe, claiming that they could weaken the banking system by diverting deposits to decentralized alternatives. ECB Adviser Jürgen Schaaf Warns About Potential Erosion of the Banking System by Stablecoins European authorities […]

The world’s largest publicly-traded bitcoin miner is also the world’s second-largest bitcoin holder among publicly listed companies. Mara Secures $950M Funding to Expand Bitcoin Holdings Bitcoin mining firm Mara Holdings (Nasdaq: MARA) has raised $950 million by issuing interest-free senior convertible notes to private qualified investors, according to a Monday press release. The funds will […]

Fastex took center stage at Harmony Meetup VII, transforming the July 9-10 event in Yerevan into a full-spectrum showcase of its expanding Web3 ecosystem, with product launches, regulatory milestones, and a bold vision for real-world crypto utility in 2025. Fastex Unveils Its Web3 Future at Harmony Meetup VII in Yerevan As the organizer and central […]

Upexi, Inc. (UPXI) has lined up a $500 million equity line deal to bankroll its business operations and boost its stash of Solana. But while the company gears up for crypto accumulation, UPXI shares have nosedived more than 17% over the past week. Zero-Fee $500M Equity Line Fuels Upexi’s Solana Treasury Plan The consumer products […]

Sharplink has acquired an additional 77,210 Ethereum, valued at approximately $295 million, increasing its total holdings to 438,017 ETH, worth around $1.69 billion. This move follows the recent recruitment of Blackrock’s top crypto strategist, signaling a robust push into ethereum through aggressive staking and institutional-grade execution. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and listed on Nasdaq under […]

After we covered 101,003 long-idle bitcoin springing to life in 2025, yet another batch of vintage coins stirred over the last two days—this time, wallets dating back to 2012–2017 sent 471.8678 BTC, a stash valued at $56.39 million. Silent Wallets Make Noise Seasoned holders have been busy moving their dormant bitcoin stashes throughout July, making […]

Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 3350 / OTCQX: MTPLF), a publicly listed bitcoin treasury company, has announced the acquisition of an additional 780 bitcoin, bringing its total holdings to 17,132 BTC as part of its ongoing Bitcoin Treasury Operations. The latest purchase was made at an average price of 17,520,454 yen (about $118,270) per bitcoin, […]

A wave of institutional crypto adoption is accelerating as six digital asset banks await federal charters, poised to unlock nationwide operations under dramatically loosened OCC oversight. Federal Greenlight Incoming? 6 Crypto Banks Await OCC Approval Six firms seeking to offer digital asset services have submitted applications for a national bank charter to the Office of […]

After peaking with a $2.4 billion market cap, Pump.fun’s PUMP token has slipped below the billion-dollar threshold, now landing at $962 million following a 5% dip in price today. X Debates PUMP as Sentiment Turns Nuclear The PUMP token—tied to meme coin launchpad Pump.fun—is trading 31.875% beneath its initial coin offering (ICO) price. It’s also […]

Bitcoin’s computing power crept right up to its June 13 peak of 946 exahash per second (EH/s), brushing against it with a 945 EH/s reading on Sunday morning. Race to the Top: Bitcoin Hashrate Inches Within Striking Distance of Peak As of 10 a.m. Eastern on Sunday, July 27, Bitcoin’s hashrate is cruising at 942.96 […]

Bitgo, a U.S.-based cryptocurrency custody provider, recently announced the establishment of a local office in Brazil, where it will aim to acquire customers from the banking sector entering the crypto business. The company will also offer insurance options for clients using their own solutions. Bitgo Establishes a Foothold in Brazil to Serve Banks Entering the […]

Ledn, a leading bitcoin lender, has launched its Private Wealth program aimed at high-net-worth individuals, institutional investors, and corporations looking to leverage long-term bitcoin holdings for strategic capital. This initiative responds to a growing trend among crypto investors to borrow against bitcoin, allowing them to invest in yield-bearing opportunities while maintaining exposure to potential price […]

The Indian cryptocurrency policy is currently in “regulatory limbo” and to remedy this, the country needs to implement a “rights-first” framework that gives residents “constitutional-level” rights to self-custody assets. India’s Crypto Regulatory Impasse India’s crypto policy remains in “regulatory limbo,” with policymakers largely relying on existing statutes since the Supreme Court lifted a central bank-imposed […]

CANG just became the 4th largest public Bitcoin miner by hash rate. But after a recent leadership shakeup, is it now acting as a proxy for Bitmain? We break down the ownership changes, executive ties, and industry links to uncover what’s really going on. Cango Becomes Top-4 Public Bitcoin Miner The following guest post comes […]

Ethereum’s massive unstaking wave is unleashing a bold institutional pivot, with Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood highlighting the shift toward equity-based exposure, liquidity plays and staking alternatives. Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood Ties Ethereum Unstaking Wave to Institutional Power Shift Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood has offered an explanation for the recent surge in ethereum […]

Warning of an imminent historic crash, investors are being pushed toward real assets like bitcoin, gold, and silver as Robert Kiyosaki slams fiat and ETFs. Kiyosaki Sounds Alarm on ‘Biggest Crash in History,’ Doubles Down on Real Bitcoin Over ETFs Robert Kiyosaki, author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again reiterated […]

Analysts suggest that while bitcoin may test its all-time high, it could first experience a slight drop. B2binpay analysts believe bitcoin is entering a crucial range between $115,365 and $111,945, which could lead to upward movement. Analyst Predictions: Nearing All-Time High? On July 25, bitcoin (BTC) declined below $115,000, triggering the liquidation of millions of […]

Over the last 83 days, Coinbase Global, Inc. saw a significant influx of bitcoin, taking in around $23 billion worth of coins. Blackrock, Tesla, Strategy—They’re All Stashing BTC at Coinbase The publicly traded company Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN) not only operates an exchange but it also offers payment solutions, custodial services, and more to a wide […]

Bitmine Immersion has grown its ethereum holdings to more than $2 billion, amassing over 566,000 ETH just weeks after closing a $250 million private placement, underscoring its aggressive treasury strategy. Ethereum Treasury Crosses $2 Billion Mark for Bitmine Bitmine Immersion Technologies announced that its ethereum reserves have topped $2 billion, a dramatic increase since the […]

A transaction sent from a wallet address linked to Hayden Davis, one of the entrepreneurs connected to the launch of Libra, made at the same time he was in a meeting with President Milei, might help an ongoing probe advance with new data. Libra Case Watch: Mysterious Transaction Involving Centralized Exchange Might Advance Probe A […]

Pressure is mounting in the battle over consumer banking data as major banks freeze crypto partnerships, raising urgent questions about access, competition, and fintech innovation. JPMorgan Sparks Crypto Uproar With Sudden Freeze on Gemini Re-Onboarding Big banks are turning up pressure on fintech and crypto firms as they work to restrict free access to consumer […]

On Friday at 4:30 p.m. Eastern, Galaxy Digital—a firm specializing in digital assets and data center infrastructure—announced in a press release that it had carried out one of the largest bitcoin moves linked to an early bitcoin holder by “completing the sale of more than 80,000 bitcoin.” Market Shrugs Off Galaxy’s Massive 80,000 BTC Sale […]

Over the past 24 hours, Galaxy Digital has stirred up a frenzy online as its flagged wallet sets began unloading thousands of bitcoin ( BTC) onto exchanges. A hefty chunk of these transfers ties back to the massive 80,000 BTC Galaxy scooped up from a mysterious 2011 whale. Binance, Bybit, and Ghost Wallets Scoop Up […]

Ethereum’s price took a 2.6% dip against the U.S. dollar on Friday, hot on the heels of bitcoin’s overnight tumble. While bitcoin’s weekly loss clocks in at a modest 0.7%, ether’s price showed some spunk, boasting a more lively 2% gain over the past seven days. Ethereum Holds Steady at $3,650 After Recent Dip As […]

A swarm of high-stakes prediction markets on Polymarket are placing Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein squarely at the center of a fresh round of speculation, just as Maxwell held a private meeting with the U.S. deputy attorney general. Markets Bet on Epstein Revelations After Ghislaine Maxwell Talks With Feds Prediction market Polymarket is buzzing this […]

According to the decentralized finance (DeFi) project SparkDEX, the team will launch its SPRK token on July 29, 2025, marking the first native token debut on the Flare blockchain. SparkDEX Token Launch Coincides With Flare’s FXRP Mainnet Plans Just recently, the Flare-based decentralized exchange (DEX) suite SparkDEX integrated USDTO, Tether’s multi-chain liquidity standard. This drove […]

Bitmain, the world’s largest Bitcoin mining rig manufacturer, is stepping up its U.S.-bound shipments of electronic parts as it adapts to shifting trade dynamics and weaker post‑halving demand. This article first appeared in Miner Weekly, Blocksbridge Consulting’s weekly newsletter curating the latest news in bitcoin mining and data analysis from Theminermag. According to TheMinerMag’s monthly […]

Experts say reports that the Trump administration is considering opening 401(k) plans to alternative assets—including cryptocurrencies—reflect a maturation of the digital asset industry. Formal Recognition and Maturation The Trump administration’s reported plans to open the $9 trillion U.S. retirement market to alternative assets, including gold and cryptocurrencies, are seen as recognition that the management of […]

Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed AI solutions provider, Quantum Solutions, announced on July 23 its entry into the cryptocurrency investment business with an ambitious goal to hold up to 3,000 BTC within the next 12 months. The company justifies this move by citing the expanding global cryptocurrency market, BTC’s recognition as “digital gold,” and its growing appeal […]

Justin Sun, founder of the Tron blockchain, rang the Nasdaq bell Thursday morning on behalf of Tron Inc. (Nasdaq: TRON), a new entity formed when Sun orchestrated a reverse merger with SRM Entertainment in June 2025. Prior to the deal, SRM was a publicly listed toy manufacturer that supplied products to theme parks such as […]

Coinbase Institutional and Glassnode project a constructive outlook for cryptocurrency markets in Q3 2025, driven by improving macroeconomic conditions, advancing U.S. regulation, and accelerating corporate adoption of digital assets. Fed Cuts, Regulation to Drive Crypto Gains: Coinbase & Glassnode Q3 Outlook Institutional analysts David Duong, CFA, Head of Research at Coinbase Institutional, and the team […]

American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) stock has jumped over 6% today as it has been fueled by a high-profile advertising campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney and traders on Reddit’s Wall Street Bets forum. Sweeney’s American Eagle Jean Campaign Triggers Meme Stock Mania—AEO Stock Takes Off Say goodbye to AMC and GME as American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: […]

Onchain data reveals yet another deep-sleeping 2011 whale has awakened this month, shifting 3,963 BTC—now worth $470 million—for the first time in more than 14 years. Whale From the Deep: $470M in BTC Emerges After 14 Years Dormant A legacy Pay-to-Public-Key-Hash (P2PKH) address known as “15MZvK” moved the entire 3,963 BTC haul after sitting idle […]

Bitcoin is trading at $118,438 on July 24, 2025, with a market capitalization of $2.35 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $53.99 billion. The leading cryptocurrency recorded an intraday price range between $117,422 and $119,197, reflecting ongoing consolidation near historic highs. Bitcoin On the daily chart, bitcoin remains in a defined uptrend, but recent […]

The Brazilian Congress is set to debate the legality of a new cryptocurrency taxation scheme imposed by President Lula, which eliminated the income tax exemption for minor trading operations and targeted decentralized finance activities through a Provisional Measure that took effect in June. Brazilian Congress to Decide Fate of Cryptocurrency Taxation Provisional Measure Brazilian lawmakers […]