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In brief XRP last week broke a new record of $3.65. It dropped 15% from that high. But XRP could still move higher as it’s a favorite with retail investors, one analyst told Decrypt. After a wild run, XRP has retreated, erasing its gains of last week. The coin was recently trading for $3.09, according to…
In brief Analysts noted Galaxy Digital and other large Bitcoin holders moved $3.7 billion worth of BTC to exchanges Friday morning, with 26,100 BTC sold at a loss by short-term holders. Bitcoin dropped 1.8% to $116,365 amid mounting selling pressure, while trading volume surged 37% to $131.6 billion in 24 hours. Over $531 million in…
In brief OSL Group is raising HK$2.36 billion (US$300 million) through new share issuance. About $90 million is earmarked for stablecoin and payment infrastructure. Observers say the move positions OSL to capitalize on early demand for compliant stablecoin rails in Asia. OSL Group, Hong Kong’s first licensed digital asset exchange, said Friday it will raise…
Weekly Update – July Voting Results, News Show, And More! Jul 25, 2025 Hi DeFiChain Community,Welcome to your weekly round-up of the DeFiChain ecosystem! It’s been another bustling week with plenty of developments. Let’s dive in and explore what’s new and exciting.Results for the July DFIP & CFP Voting RoundOne DeFiChain Improvement Proposal (DFIPs) was…
In brief U.S. M2 money supply hit a record $22.02 trillion, but crypto markets continued to slide. Analysts say liquidity remains sidelined in money markets, not flowing into risk assets like crypto. High leverage, especially in altcoins, is driving forced selling and amplifying short-term volatility. The U.S. money supply has climbed to a record high,…
In brief Agama, a longtime SEC official appointed Director-General in 2024, has pushed for more proactive engagement with digital asset firms. His latest remarks follow the onboarding of stablecoin firms into the SEC’s regulatory sandbox and renewed public outreach. Analysts say rebuilding trust will depend on whether the government follows through with consistent, transparent enforcement.…
Everyone thinks prediction markets are all about big money and quick trades. But what if the real edge isn’t speed or volume but rather the story behind a prediction?Prediction markets face the same fundamental problem: getting people to care enough to participate. Polymarket addressed this challenge by offering high‑stakes political markets that generated significant volume…
In brief XRP hit a new all-time high of $3.66 this week before retreating to $3.15 amid surging volumes and renewed market attention. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse warned of scammers impersonating the firm on YouTube and other social sites. The cryptocurrency’s older retail base makes it especially vulnerable to social engineering, analysts told Decrypt. After…
In brief Bitcoin was up 1.1% in Thursday trading, even as major altcoins like XRP, Solana, and Dogecoin were in negative territory. BTC volatility dropped to 1.49%, with experts noting this decreased volatility indicates BTC is maturing into an institutional-grade asset. Marathon Digital upsized its latest offering to $950 million to purchase Bitcoin and expand…
In brief Bitcoin’s consolidation near $120,000 has fueled recent gains in major altcoins, but signs of exhaustion are emerging. Analysts flag a buildup of Ethereum sell orders and leveraged positioning in Solana, pointing to a possible short-term correction. Despite near-term caution, some remain bullish, citing macro drivers like Fed rate cuts and liquidity trends. Several…
