Markets

JPMorgan Exploring Loans Backed by Bitcoin, Ethereum: FT

In brief JPMorgan is reportedly exploring crypto-backed loans secured by Bitcoin and Ethereum. The move follows growing institutional interest and regulatory clarity, including the recent passage of the GENIUS Act. Experts say Basel III rules remain a hurdle, but JPMorgan’s plans may signal progress toward treating crypto as acceptable collateral in TradFi. JPMorgan Chase is…

Coins

Professor Coin: Can Bitcoin Replace Gold?

In brief Bitcoin enthusiasts have often likened the cryptocurrency to “digital gold,” a decentralized alternative to precious metals. Recent academic research has indicated that Bitcoin and gold may serve fundamentally different investor types. At present, research indicates that Bitcoin lacks the historical track record, stability, and crisis-tested resilience of gold—though that could change with time.…

Markets

Bitcoin Dominance Sinks as Ethereum, XRP Rise

In brief Bitcoin’s dominance is creeping down, but it’s too early to tell if it’ll become a trend, 21Shares’ Adrian Fritz said. At $2.3 trillion, Bitcoin’s dominance stood at around 61% on Friday. CoinMarketCap’s Altcoin Season Index stood at 43, leaning toward Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s grip on the $4 trillion cryptocurrency market may be loosening, but…

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Did $1.3B Pump Fun token raise fuel new memecoin season by legitimizing launchpad memes?

Pump.fun’s recent token sale has reignited debate around the sustainability of Solana’s meme launchpad model, according to a July 16 report by Alea Research titled “PumpFun: Asymmetric Upside or The Final Extraction.”The report explores whether the PUMP token offers asymmetric upside tied to Pump.fun’s revenue engine or reflects an extractive pivot during a waning memecoin…

Business

Kraken Opens US Futures Trading as Congress Advances Landmark Crypto Bills

In brief Kraken has launched CME-based Bitcoin and Ethereum futures for U.S. traders. The new offering coincides with congressional approval of landmark digital asset bills during what Republicans have dubbed “Crypto Week.” The CFTC gains ground as a preferred regulator, raising hopes for clearer rules across the industry. Kraken launched a regulated crypto futures platform…