A new cryptocurrency called Layer Brett (LBRETT) is gaining attention, contrasting with established cryptocurrencies Cardano (ADA) and Dogecoin (DOGE). Layer Brett operates on the Ethereum Layer 2 network, offering faster and cheaper transactions, and it's currently in presale at $0.005. The project provides staking rewards to early investors, unlike Cardano and Dogecoin, which have struggled to deliver significant price action or offer staking. Layer Brett aims to combine meme appeal with blockchain scaling and utility. Investors can participate in the Layer Brett ecosystem by connecting wallets like MetaMask or Trust Wallet and using ETH, USDT, or BNB to purchase and stake the tokens. The project emphasizes early participation in its presale, highlighting the potential for growth compared to Cardano and Dogecoin.

A new company called House of Doge, supported by Elon Musk's lawyer Alex Spiro, is planning to launch a Dogecoin treasury. The goal is to allow traditional investors to gain exposure to Dogecoin through stock market investments, without needing to directly own the cryptocurrency. House of Doge has already purchased 10 million DOGE for payment experiments. Other companies like Neptune Digital Assets (which acquired 1,000,000 DOGE at $0.37 each via derivatives) and Bit Origin (secured up to $500 million to build a DOGE treasury and has already acquired ~40.5M DOGE at an average of ~$0.2466) have also been accumulating Dogecoin for their treasuries. The plan is similar to how Bitcoin treasuries work, but using Dogecoin instead. Investors would buy shares in the company holding Dogecoin, not the Dogecoin itself. This approach aims to make Dogecoin more accessible to institutional investors who want exposure to the cryptocurrency market but are hesitant about self-custodying crypto.

New homes in the US are getting smaller, averaging 2,404 square feet, a 12% decrease in size over the last decade. At the same time, the median price of a new home has increased to $403,800, with the cost per square foot jumping to $168. This makes homeownership less affordable, as only 28% of homes are affordable for median-income households. Rising mortgage rates, now around 6.75% for a 30-year fixed mortgage, have significantly reduced buying power. With the average listing price reaching $439,450, a down payment of over $120,000 is typically needed. As a result, homebuying activity is at its lowest level since the mid-1990s, with many buyers either giving up on buying or settling for smaller homes. Several major cities, including Milwaukee, Houston, Baltimore, New York, and Kansas City, have experienced sharp drops in affordability.

The TON blockchain experienced rapid user growth in 2024 due to viral tap-to-earn games on Telegram, increasing daily active wallets significantly. While initial growth was driven by speculative interest, the ecosystem has since matured, with the number of DeFi protocols increasing substantially. The total value locked (TVL) in TON's DeFi sector peaked at $1.1 billion but has since decreased to around $400 million, indicating a shift from short-term incentives to more sustainable financial infrastructure. TON's architecture, designed for scalability, presents development complexities but promises long-term efficiency. Institutional investment from firms like Sequoia Capital and Zodia Custody signals confidence in TON's potential. The future of TON hinges on expanding beyond entertainment and delivering accessible financial services integrated into Telegram, such as payments, everyday utility, and lending solutions.

Analysts have identified Ethereum, XRP, and Chainlink as leading altcoins expected to experience growth by Q4 2025. Ethereum's strength lies in its large market presence and adoption in DeFi, NFTs, and tokenization, with price predictions ranging from $6,000 to $15,000. XRP is anticipated to benefit from potential spot ETF approvals and expansion of Ripple's payment network, potentially reaching $5 to $10. Chainlink's partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce to provide economic data on blockchains is seen as a key factor for its growth. In addition to these established coins, MAGACOIN FINANCE is also highlighted as a promising project with real utility, offering early investors a 50% bonus using the code PATRIOT50X.

Analysts are predicting a potential surge in Cardano's price, with one suggesting it could rise by 300% to $4 by the end of the year. This prediction is based on technical analysis, including Elliott Wave patterns and Fibonacci Extension levels. Another analyst points to a rise in Google searches for Cardano, matching levels seen in January 2021 before a significant price increase. This renewed interest, combined with potential macroeconomic shifts like a weakening US dollar and easing interest rates, fuels the optimistic outlook. However, some critics remain skeptical, citing Cardano's past performance and development progress not aligning with price gains. The cryptocurrency is currently trading around $0.80.

A market pundit is suggesting that the recent price drop in Ripple's XRP cryptocurrency could be a setup for a significant price increase. The pundit predicts a potential rise of 857%, which would bring the value of XRP to $28. This prediction is based on their interpretation of current market conditions, suggesting the current downturn is temporary before a major upward swing.

This article provides a price prediction for the cryptocurrency HEX from 2025 to 2031. It anticipates HEX reaching $0.00398 by the end of 2025, potentially climbing to $0.00830 by 2028, and possibly reaching $0.0190 by 2031. The analysis considers HEX's unique staking mechanism, which incentivizes long-term holding. Recent technical analysis shows a bearish sentiment, with HEX's price declining since early August. However, there are signs of slowing downward momentum. HEX is currently trading around $0.008683. Past performance shows significant volatility, including a surge in May 2021 followed by declines, especially after the SEC's lawsuit against the founder, Richard Heart, for alleged misappropriation of funds. Despite this, HEX has shown resilience with periods of stability and recovery. Predictions from various sources estimate HEX could reach different price points in the coming years, influenced by factors like adoption rates and overall market conditions. Recent news mentions that Richard Heart was issued a Red Notice by Interpol.

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) is showing signs of a potential price increase, with analysts pointing to a bullish 'cup and handle' pattern on its price chart. The cryptocurrency has found support around $0.03, and a breakthrough above $0.037 could lead to a rise towards $0.045. Analyst Whale.Guru suggests a potential market cap target of $6 billion in 2025. Supporting this potential growth is the launch of the Pudgy Party mobile game. However, failure to surpass resistance levels could result in price pullbacks.

Analysts predict Ethereum (ETH) could reach $6,000 next month due to increased institutional investment. Simultaneously, a new Ethereum Layer 2 memecoin called Layer Brett (LBRETT) is gaining attention. Currently in presale at $0.005, some analysts believe LBRETT has the potential for significant growth in 2025. LBRETT aims to address Ethereum's high gas fees and congestion by offering faster, cheaper transactions on its Layer 2 network. Early investors in LBRETT can stake their tokens for high Annual Percentage Yields (APY). LBRETT differentiates itself from other meme coins by combining meme culture with blockchain utility, including gamified staking and NFT integrations. Unlike the original Brett token, LBRETT focuses on building a scalable ecosystem and interoperability.

The S&P 500 to Commodity Index ratio has reached an all-time high, tripling since 2022 as U.S. stocks have increased by 71% while the Commodity Price Index has fallen by 31%. Wells Fargo Investment Institute is advising investors to reduce their equity allocations due to expected market volatility, suggesting a shift from small-cap stocks into quality bonds. They recommend maintaining a 60% stock and 40% fixed income structure, while adjusting the mix within each. They advise overweighting information technology and financials while taking profits from communication services and small-cap stocks. Concerns are also raised about potential pressure on the Federal Reserve to ease monetary policy, potentially leading to long-term inflation. For bond investments, they suggest focusing on intermediate-term, high-quality assets like investment-grade corporates and municipal bonds.

Binance Coin (BNB) is currently trading around $860, showing resilience despite a recent 1.64% dip. Analysts are closely watching the $840-$850 range as a key support area, particularly the $845 level. Holding above this support is considered crucial for maintaining upward momentum. Trading volume is steady at $1.52 billion, and the market capitalization is approximately $120 billion, indicating continued investor interest. If BNB can hold above $845, analysts anticipate a potential move towards $900 and eventually the $1,000 mark. The long-term bullish trendline, which has provided support for the past three months, remains intact, suggesting a constructive outlook as long as this trendline holds. Investors are monitoring for a breakout above recent highs or a break below $850 to determine the next direction.

The cryptocurrency market capitalization has reached $2.2 trillion, suggesting a significant influx of investment is anticipated for Bitcoin. This increase in market cap is interpreted as a signal that substantial capital could soon flow into Bitcoin.

Pump.fun, a platform for creating memecoins on Solana, has spent $62 million buying back its PUMP tokens to stabilize the price. They've bought over 16.5 billion tokens at an average price of about $0.003785 each. This is funded by fees from users who launch memecoins on the platform, with 30% of platform revenue going towards these buybacks. 60% of the repurchased tokens are burned and the rest are used for staking rewards. Despite this, Pump.fun's revenue has dropped significantly, raising questions about the sustainability of the buyback program. The company also faces a class-action lawsuit accusing it of operating like an unlicensed casino. To combat this, Pump.fun is trying to diversify its revenue streams with a decentralized exchange called PumpSwap and plans to build a decentralized social network.

Ripple has demonstrated a new payment system that enables the transfer of stablecoins across more than 50 different markets. This demonstration showcases Ripple's technology facilitating stablecoin payments in various regions, highlighting its potential to expand the use of stablecoins for international transactions. The demo suggests Ripple is actively working on solutions to make stablecoin transfers more accessible and efficient on a global scale.

Uniswap is showing signs of a potential price increase, aiming to retest the $12 level. The cryptocurrency's price has been consolidating below $12, but a rise in global liquidity, currently approaching $40,000, typically benefits assets like Uniswap. Historically, increased liquidity has fueled the growth of DeFi tokens such as Uniswap. Recent market data indicates Uniswap traded between $9.40 and $9.80 with a trading volume around $341 million. The cryptocurrency's market capitalization is $5.88 billion, ranking it 34th globally. Technical indicators show a slight pullback from a recent high of $12.30, now consolidating around $9.75. However, overall technical analysis suggests underlying strength, and a renewed attempt to reach the $12 resistance level is anticipated.

Cardano has upgraded its Developer Portal with new tools and guides to attract developers, particularly those familiar with Ethereum. The updated portal provides resources for building on Cardano, including support for migrating Ethereum-based projects. Input Output, Cardano's research and development unit, has also made progress on improving the network's speed, scalability, and ability to connect with other blockchains like Bitcoin. These upgrades are aimed at making Cardano easier to use and more adaptable for larger projects. Although the price of ADA, Cardano's cryptocurrency, initially fell slightly after the announcements, the long-term impact will depend on how many developers and projects adopt the new tools and improvements, as well as overall market conditions.

Grayscale now estimates there is an 87% chance that its application to convert its Bitcoin Trust into a Bitcoin ETF will be approved. Separately, the article discusses the potential for Cardano's price to increase by 120%.

Binance's August 2025 report indicates the cryptocurrency market continues its strong performance, with total market capitalization increasing by 9.9% since January, adding over $600 billion. Bitcoin and Ethereum are driving this growth, with Ether rising approximately 36% and Bitcoin nearly 18%. This momentum is partially fueled by U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs, which have attracted over $28 billion in net inflows. Bitcoin dominance reached 65.1% before settling at 57.2%, signaling a shift towards alternative assets. Ethereum staking has reached 35.8 million ETH, creating a potential liquidity squeeze. Stablecoin supply has expanded by 35% to $277.8 billion, reflecting broader adoption. Institutional participation has also grown, with public companies holding 1.07 million BTC, and ETH corporate treasuries jumping 88.3% to 4.36 million ETH. Decentralized exchanges now capture 23.1% of spot activity and 9.3% of futures volumes, while DeFi lending has increased significantly. Tokenized equities have reached $349 million, with daily volumes around $145 million.

Cardano's price is currently around $0.83, and analysts are watching to see if it can break above $0.90, which could lead to a price of $1.00. Grayscale has filed with the SEC for a Cardano ETF with the ticker GADA, which could bring more institutional investment to Cardano. The ETF might even include staking in the future. Cardano is currently testing a long-term support level between $0.82 and $0.85, which has historically been a good buying opportunity. The RSI indicator suggests that there is room for the price to move higher if buyers step in. If Cardano can hold the $0.80 to $0.82 level and break above $0.90, some analysts believe it could reach $1.80.

El Salvador has moved its Bitcoin holdings, worth approximately $678 million, into 14 separate wallets to protect against potential future threats from quantum computing. This action involves splitting 6,274 Bitcoin, previously held in a single address, into multiple new addresses each holding up to 500 BTC. The move aims to mitigate the risk of quantum computers one day being able to crack the cryptography that secures Bitcoin, potentially exposing the public keys associated with spent Bitcoin addresses. By spreading the funds, El Salvador limits the maximum amount of Bitcoin that could be compromised if a single wallet's key is ever exposed. Experts currently consider the quantum threat to Bitcoin to be theoretical, but this action represents a proactive measure for securing the country's Bitcoin reserve.

Crypto analyst Alex Krger suggests that the current bearish state of the crypto market, specifically for Bitcoin and Ether, might signal an upcoming bullish reversal. According to Krger, heavy liquidations and a reset in leverage, particularly in Bitcoin and Ether markets, indicate that panic selling may be ending. While Bitcoin and Ether have experienced significant selling pressure, some altcoins have shown resilience. Derivatives charts reveal that traders are heavily defensive, with put options being more expensive than call options, signaling heightened fear. Krger anticipates potential market trends following the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, expecting a possible interest rate cut that isn't fully priced in, which could boost crypto demand. Despite potential short-term price declines, Krger does not believe this is the end of the cycle, advising that betting on upside is best done during peak panic.

Convano, a Japanese nail salon operator, is planning to invest approximately $3 billion to purchase 21,000 Bitcoin, aiming to become a major corporate holder of the cryptocurrency. The company intends to acquire 2,000 BTC by the end of 2025 and reach 10,000 BTC by August 2026, with the full 21,000 BTC targeted for March 2027. Convano cites the declining yen and geopolitical risks as reasons for its Bitcoin strategy. The company has already acquired 365 Bitcoin using funds from corporate bonds. The announcement has significantly boosted Convano's stock price. However, some experts warn that Bitcoin treasury strategies adopted by public companies are risky and could erode shareholder value if stock prices decline relative to the value of their Bitcoin holdings.

Tron's community has voted to reduce network transaction fees by 60%, the largest fee cut since the blockchain's creation. This decision aims to maintain Tron's lead as the primary network for USDT stablecoin transfers, where it currently hosts $80.97 billion compared to Ethereum's $73.8 billion. The fee reduction addresses the rising cost of transactions due to the increasing value of the TRX token, which had made transfers more expensive. While the cut may impact short-term profits, the expectation is that increased transaction volume will drive long-term revenue. Tron currently processes $24.6 billion in daily USDT transfers, significantly more than Ethereum. While a fee cut can potentially increase TRX token inflation, the network anticipates higher transaction volume to offset this. Tron Inc., the company behind Tron, also plans to establish a crypto treasury focused on TRX, and has filed to register $1 billion in securities for TRX purchases. There are, however, some concerns over governance including the board composition, and funding origins.

The FBI and Dutch police shut down VerifTools, a website making and selling fake IDs, after a three-year investigation. The site allegedly generated $6.4 million in illicit profits by selling fake driver's licenses, passports, and other documents for as little as $9. These fake IDs were used to bypass security checks at banks and cryptocurrency exchanges, and even to get jobs. Despite the law enforcement action, VerifTools was back online within 24 hours, operating from a new domain, demonstrating the challenges in permanently stopping these types of cybercriminal operations. Authorities seized physical and virtual servers and are analyzing the data to identify the operators and customers involved in the fake ID scheme.

Goldman Sachs predicts the stablecoin market could reach $2.7 trillion, leading to potential growth for certain cryptocurrencies. The analysis points to five cryptocurrencies poised for growth in 2025. Little Pepe (LILPEPE), currently priced at $0.0021, is highlighted for its meme culture combined with infrastructure and upcoming exchange listings. Ethereum (ETH), priced around $4700, is expected to benefit as the settlement layer for stablecoin transactions. Circle (USDC), with over $65 billion in circulation and a 40% annual growth outlook, is also positioned for growth due to regulatory tailwinds. Ripple (XRP) is expanding its stablecoin presence in Japan and through the acquisition of Rail. Chainlink (LINK), trading around $27-$28, is expected to grow due to its role in providing data integrity and cross-chain trust for the stablecoin market.

Donald Trump is attempting to exert more control over the Federal Reserve (Fed) Board of Governors, aiming to influence monetary policy, particularly interest rates. He has publicly criticized the Fed's handling of inflation and borrowing costs. Trump's goal is to appoint individuals who align with his views, potentially impacting key economic levers like the discount rate and the leadership of regional Fed banks. Concerns are rising on Wall Street, with some advocating for a Fed reset and others warning against undermining the Fed's independence. Trump currently has two confirmed allies on the board, with another nominee awaiting Senate confirmation. If Powell's term is not renewed, Trump could potentially control a majority of the board seats. There are legal hurdles to removing current governors, but if successful, Trump's influence could lead to a steeper yield curve, higher inflation expectations, a weaker dollar, and increased value for Bitcoin and gold. Some analysts believe lower rates supporting growth are good for earnings, but sustained higher inflation is going to hurt consumption, which will get reflected in earnings expectations.

Chainlink's price, which has risen significantly over the past year, may be about to decline. Currently, a large percentage of LINK holders are in profit, suggesting they might sell off their holdings, which could drive the price down. The Chaikin Money Flow, an indicator of buying and selling pressure, has also turned negative, indicating less buying activity. The price chart shows a pattern that often precedes price drops. If the price falls below $22.84, it could drop further to $21.36 or even lower. Conversely, if the price rises above $25.96, it might attempt to increase again, although a significant break above $27.88 would be needed to invalidate the exhaustion signs.

Ethereum's price is currently around $4,393 and analysts suggest it could potentially reach $15,000 in the long term. This optimistic outlook is driven by several factors including increasing investment from institutions through ETFs, which have seen nearly $13.7 billion in inflows in August, and corporate treasuries now holding $19.2 billion worth of ETH. This institutional accumulation tightens the available supply of Ethereum. Furthermore, the increasing use of Layer 2 networks like Arbitrum and Optimism to reduce transaction fees is also contributing to Ethereum's growth. Regulatory clarity and the increasing amount of ETH being staked, currently over 30% of the supply, further enhance its attractiveness. Technically, Ethereum faces resistance around $4,800-$5,000, and a successful breakout above $5,000 could lead to targets between $5,500 and $6,000 in the near term. Fundstrat projects a rise to between $10,000 and $15,000 by late 2025, while Standard Chartered offers a projection of $25,000 by 2029.

Bitcoin ETFs are rapidly growing in popularity and are on track to potentially exceed gold ETFs in total assets under management. Currently, Bitcoin ETFs have $150 billion in assets, while gold ETFs hold $180 billion. This represents a significant shift, as gold ETFs were five times larger than Bitcoin ETFs just three years ago. The increasing investment in Bitcoin ETFs suggests a growing acceptance of cryptocurrency among institutional investors, with ETFs now providing a major source of liquidity for the crypto market. BlackRock's IBIT ETF is a leading driver of this growth. While ETFs are gaining ground, Binance remains the dominant player in the spot market, handling a large volume of daily trades.

Cardano's price is approaching a key resistance level of $0.99, a point that could trigger a significant price increase. Analysts have identified that over $164 million in short positions, bets that the price will decrease, are at risk of being liquidated if the price breaks through this level. This liquidation, where short sellers are forced to buy back Cardano, could lead to a short squeeze, amplifying any upward price movement. The concentration of these short positions around $0.99 makes this price point a crucial one to watch for potential volatility. If Cardano fails to break through this resistance, it may remain stable. However, a successful breach could pave the way for a rally towards the next major barrier at $1.19.

The cryptocurrency Dogecoin is being discussed in relation to a $200 million plan involving Elon Musk. The article explores whether this plan could potentially increase the price of Dogecoin to $0.50. The article focuses on the potential impact of this specific investment on the cryptocurrency's market value.

Ethereum and XRP are showing strength as 2025 approaches its final months. Ethereum climbed to almost $4,900 before settling around $4,500, and XRP is holding above $3. Ethereum has risen over 200% since April, driven by ETF inflows and its role in stablecoins. The forecast for Ethereum in 2025 is positive, with some predicting a climb towards $20,000. XRP is consolidating around $3, and if it breaks above $3.10-$3.40, it could potentially move towards $3.45-$5.00. Clarity around its SEC lawsuit has boosted confidence in XRP. Analysts are also highlighting MAGACOIN FINANCE, a presale token, as a potentially high-upside investment opportunity.

Worldcoin's price is struggling below $1.00, with its market value falling under $1.8 billion. Despite some price stability around $0.90, there's concern because the amount of money involved in Worldcoin trades hasn't decreased even as the price has fallen, suggesting increased selling pressure. Worldcoin's price has decreased over 5% in the last 24 hours, moving from $0.92 to $0.90, while trading activity remains high at $146 million. Its market capitalization is roughly $1.78 billion, with about 1.98 billion coins in circulation. Technical indicators suggest continued weakness, with potential for further price drops if it fails to stay above $0.88. To see any price increase, it needs to climb above $0.92 with strong trading activity, but it's yearly peak was at $1.64.

Solana (SOL) is currently trading around $210, facing resistance between $210 and $215. Market analysts predict a potential rally towards $240 and possibly higher if it breaks above this resistance. A key support level is around $200. Recently, Solana experienced a leveraged long position wipeout, briefly dipping to $200 before rebounding, which analysts see as a healthy reset. If Solana breaks through the $215 resistance, targets of $225 and $240 are anticipated, with longer-term targets around $270-$280. Solana's perpetual futures trading volume hit a record high of $43.88 billion for the month, indicating strong market interest. Successfully holding above $200 is crucial for maintaining the bullish trend and paving the way for further price increases.

Hyperliquid's HYPE token is currently priced around $44, down about 3% in the last 24 hours. It's facing resistance at the $50 level, and a breakout above this point could lead to further gains towards $55-$60. However, if it fails to hold support in the $44-$45 range, the price could drop to $40. The token is showing signs of a potential bullish reversal pattern, but this depends on breaking through the $50 resistance. There's also a significant amount of short positions open against HYPE, which could lead to a price surge if the price breaks above $50, triggering a short squeeze. Hyperliquid platform revenues are increasing, potentially offsetting some price downside.

Walmart has launched four new AI-powered agents designed to streamline operations and improve customer experience. These agents include Marty for sellers, Sparky for shoppers, an Associate Agent for employees, and a Developer Agent. The agents aim to simplify tasks such as payroll, merchandising, and personalized shopping recommendations. This move comes as retailers seek ways to manage rising costs and meet consumer needs, with Walmart also investing in digital twins of its stores to improve efficiency in areas like maintenance and delivery time accuracy. Sparky, for example, will build shopping carts based on individual needs and reorder staples automatically. The company is using AI to reduce emergency alerts by 30% and refrigeration maintenance spend by 19% in the US.

Joseph Lubin and Tom Lee have both predicted that Ethereum (ETH) could increase in value by 100 times its current price. This optimistic forecast is based on the expectation that Wall Street firms will increasingly adopt and use the Ethereum blockchain technology. The prediction suggests a significant potential growth for Ethereum if it becomes more integrated into mainstream financial systems.

XRP's price is currently in a consolidation phase after recent volatility, trading around $2.81. An analyst, EGRAG CRYPTO, predicts a potential price surge to between $7 and $27 after this consolidation period, possibly after September 2025. This prediction is based on XRP trading within ascending channels, a pattern historically preceding rallies. The analyst identifies $3-$3.5 as a key resistance zone. Another factor influencing XRP's potential growth is speculation around a possible XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), which could attract significant investment, potentially $5 billion in the first month, and change XRP's standing in finance by attracting large institutional investors.

Floki has shown resilience after a recent dip, strengthening the possibility of continued upward movement. The price is currently trading with steady volumes, indicating renewed investor interest. Key support is identified at $0.00009300, and holding above this level is crucial for short-term stability. If the price holds, projections suggest a potential move toward $0.00014000 and possibly $0.00016000. Failure to hold the $0.00009300 level could lead to a decline. The token appears to be in an accumulation phase between $0.00009300 and $0.00012000, potentially preparing for a breakout. Despite a recent 3% dip, buyers regained control, closing near $0.000095. Trading volumes remain firm at about $86 million, supporting the rebound. Floki currently has a market capitalization of approximately $911 million with daily trading volumes near $95 million, with maintaining the $0.000091-$0.000092 range being important for stability.

Amplify, an asset manager with $12.6 billion under management, has filed with the SEC to create an XRP Option Income ETF. This ETF aims to provide exposure to XRP without directly holding the cryptocurrency. Instead, it will invest at least 80% of its portfolio in financial instruments related to XRP's price, such as ETFs that track XRP and options written on those ETF shares. The remaining 20% will be in US Treasuries, cash, or similar short-term investments. The fund intends to generate income by selling options on XRP ETFs. This filing increases the number of XRP ETF applications in the US to 16, part of a larger trend with at least 96 crypto-related ETF filings currently under review by the SEC.

Bonk crypto is at a critical price point around $0.000021-$0.000022, where it could either rebound or decline further. Technically, it's forming a triangle pattern, and a break above $0.0000264 could signal a bullish trend towards $0.000039. The coin's future also depends on institutional interest, like Safety Shot Inc.'s $25 million investment, and planned token burns which could decrease the supply and potentially increase the price. A proposed burn of 1 trillion BONK tokens is planned once the project hits 1 million unique wallets. However, large transfers by major holders and broader market liquidations pose short-term risks. If Bonk breaks above $0.000026, it could target $0.000041 and higher, with some predictions estimating gains of 65% to 80% if buying interest increases. Currently, Bonk is trading around $0.00002232, up 3.17% in the last 24 hours.

The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn starting August 28, with Bitcoin dropping to a low of $107,850. This decline may have been predicted by analyzing Google search trends, where a surge in crypto-related searches indicated a potential local market top. This surge in interest often coincides with large investors selling their holdings. While this downturn doesn't necessarily signal the end of the bull cycle, experts advise caution during periods of market euphoria, suggesting it may be wise to sell at high prices and buy back later at lower prices. Currently, the total crypto market capitalization is just over $3.7 trillion, reflecting a nearly 4% decrease in the last 24 hours, with over $142 billion exiting the market.

Trade negotiations between the U.S. and Japan have stalled because the U.S. is demanding Japan import more American rice. This demand, reportedly from President Trump, contradicts an earlier agreement where Japan would increase rice imports by 75% within the existing tariff-free system. A top Japanese trade negotiator canceled a trip to the U.S. due to the dispute. Japan is concerned about the U.S. demand interfering with its domestic policy and its historically protected agricultural sector. Opposition leaders in Japan are criticizing the government's handling of the trade talks and demanding more transparency, particularly regarding potential concessions on agriculture and the impact on industries like the auto industry.

Grayscale Investments is seeking approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that would hold Cardano (ADA) and Polkadot (DOT) directly. This move comes as the SEC is currently evaluating several applications for ETFs based on various alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins). The outcome of these reviews will determine whether investors will have access to regulated investment products that directly hold these specific cryptocurrencies.

El Salvador has moved its Bitcoin holdings into multiple new wallets. This action was taken as a proactive security measure to mitigate potential future threats from quantum computing. The redistribution aims to safeguard the country's Bitcoin assets against vulnerabilities that might arise as quantum computing technology advances.

In 2023, Pepe Coin (PEPE) experienced a rapid price increase, turning a $500 investment into $50,000 in under 12 weeks. Now, analysts using AI are suggesting that Little Pepe (LILPEPE) could be the next token to see similar growth. Little Pepe is built on a Layer 2 EVM chain, offering low fees and fast transactions. The LILPEPE presale is currently in stage 12, having raised over $22.65 million of its $25.47 million target, with early investors already seeing 110% gains. The token is currently priced at $0.0021, with a projected launch price of $0.0030, representing a potential 42% upside for current investors. Little Pepe has been listed on CoinMarketCap and audited by Certik.

Bitcoin's price has dropped from around $124,000 on August 14th to about $108,500 this week, while Ethereum has decreased from approximately $5,000 to $4,393. This decline is attributed to recent U.S. inflation data being higher than expected, leading traders to believe the Federal Reserve will delay cutting interest rates. Rising consumer and producer prices, partly due to tariffs, are contributing to this inflationary pressure. Additionally, crypto investment funds have experienced outflows. The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 0.9% in July, and the Fed's preferred core PCE inflation rate is estimated to rise to 2.9%. The market now anticipates the Fed will postpone rate cuts until inflation eases. Bitcoin and Ether ETFs have seen outflows, with Ethereum ETFs losing $164.6 million and Bitcoin ETFs losing $126.6 million on a recent day. These outflows follow a period of significant inflows into Bitcoin ETFs between April and July. The near-term pivot point for Bitcoin is $110,500; falling below this level could lead to a further drop towards $108,000.

A class action lawsuit against Strategy, a company holding a significant Bitcoin treasury, has been dropped by investors. The lawsuit alleged that the company misled investors, but the investors have now chosen to withdraw their claims. This development removes a potential legal hurdle for Strategy and could positively impact investor confidence in the company and potentially its Bitcoin holdings.

The price of HBAR is currently around $0.23, with analysts closely watching the $0.22 support level. This price point is considered critical; holding above it could lead to a rise towards $0.31-$0.35, while breaking below it could cause a drop to $0.20. Trading volume is significant at nearly $350 million, indicating market activity and consolidation. Technical indicators suggest there's still selling pressure, but a rebound from the $0.22 level could lead to recovery towards $0.244. Failure to hold this level risks a fall to $0.20. Market participants are advised to monitor these levels closely for potential trading opportunities.

IREN Limited, a Bitcoin mining company, has settled a legal dispute with NYDIG by agreeing to pay $20 million. This resolves a disagreement over $107.8 million in defaulted loans from 2021 that were tied to Bitcoin mining equipment. The loans defaulted in late 2022 because of unfavorable agreements and a downturn in the Bitcoin market. This settlement concludes legal proceedings in Canada and Australia and protects IREN from further claims. In addition, IREN reported strong quarterly earnings with $187.3 million in revenue and $176.9 million in net income. The company is expanding into AI by purchasing NVIDIA GPUs and is building a facility to support them, signaling a move beyond Bitcoin mining. This has boosted investor confidence, driving IREN's stock price higher.

Stablecoin reserves on centralized exchanges have reached a record high of $68 billion as of August 22, primarily composed of USDT ($53 billion) and USDC ($13 billion). This exceeds the previous peak of $59 billion in February 2022. While the reserves have more than doubled since October 2023, the overall growth of stablecoin supply is slowing. Net additions to stablecoin supply have softened since November 2024, with recent inflows of $1.1 billion, compared to $4-$8 billion in earlier months. Tether's growth has also slowed, with a $10 billion increase in the last 60 days, less than half of the $21 billion increase at the end of 2024. This slowdown indicates reduced momentum in market liquidity, suggesting markets may consolidate if supply expansion continues to cool.

A large Bitcoin investor, holding approximately $5 billion worth of Bitcoin, has sold $1.1 billion of their Bitcoin holdings to purchase Ether. This indicates a significant bet that the price of Ether will increase.

Ozak AI (OZ), a new cryptocurrency project focused on artificial intelligence and decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), is attracting attention from analysts who believe it has the potential for significant growth. The project's presale has already raised over $2.53 million, with 833 million OZ tokens sold at a current price of $0.01, which is set to increase to $0.012 in the next stage, with a target final price of $1. The minimum contribution to participate in the presale is $100. Ozak AI is also partnering with companies like Weblume and participating in international events to broaden its reach. The project emphasizes security audits and offers features like staking and governance. Strategic partnerships with SINT and Hive Intel, are also in place.

The cryptocurrency Layer Brett (LBRETT), an Ethereum Layer 2 meme coin, is currently in presale and offering staking rewards up to 1,000%. The presale price is $0.005 per token. Layer Brett aims to provide faster and cheaper transactions compared to Dogecoin, which is currently priced at $0.22 with a market cap exceeding $33 billion but offers no staking utility. Layer Brett is built on Ethereum Layer 2 to deliver scalable transactions with significantly reduced gas fees and provide high staking opportunities. The project emphasizes community-first growth with a fixed supply of 10 billion tokens.

Japanese mobile game developer Gumi Inc. plans to purchase $17 million worth of XRP to expand its blockchain business and integrate into the XRP ecosystem. The company believes this will help them tap into new revenue streams related to gaming and digital finance. This move aligns with support for XRP from SBI Holdings, a Japanese financial services company. Separately, VivoPower, a battery and electric vehicle services provider, is offering $100 worth of XRP to its shareholders who register with Crypto.com as an incentive. This partnership aims to engage shareholders and strengthens VivoPower's relationship with the exchange.

Web3 startups secured $9.6 billion in venture funding during the second quarter of 2025, marking the second-largest quarter on record. However, the number of deals decreased to the lowest level since mid-2023, with only 306 deals disclosed. The median deal size increased across all stages, reflecting a shift towards strategic, high-conviction investments. Series A funding rebounded, with the median round reaching $17.6 million across 27 deals, totaling $420 million, the largest since 2022. Seed funding also increased, with a median size of $6.6 million. Private token sales raised $410 million across 15 deals, the strongest since 2021, while public token sales fell 83% to $134 million. Cryptocurrency infrastructure, mining and validation, and compute networks saw the largest funding rounds, with medians ranging between $70 million and $112 million.

XRP is currently experiencing a price decline, falling below $2.9 after failing to stay above $3.00. Analyst DustyBC Crypto suggests this is part of a Wave 4 correction within the Elliott Wave structure, meaning the price could drop further to the $2.60-$2.65 range before a potential Wave 5 recovery. This analysis points to a 22.5% decline from XRP's all-time high of $3.65 on July 18. Despite this short-term bearish outlook, the analyst remains positive on XRP's long-term prospects, viewing the current dip as an opportunity for long-term holders to buy more. A Wave 5 bounce could lead to new all-time highs above $3.65. Currently, XRP is trading at $2.80, a 1.4% decrease in the last 24 hours.

Optimism (OP) is struggling to stay above $0.70, experiencing a 5.5% price drop in the last 24 hours and trading around $0.69. Sellers seem to be in control, and buyers are having trouble pushing the price higher. The total value of outstanding Optimism futures contracts (open interest) is holding steady at about $193.9 million, suggesting traders are mostly holding their positions. If the price continues to fall while open interest rises, this could lead to more selling pressure and a drop below $0.70. Optimism's market capitalization is approximately $1.22 billion, with over $209 million in daily trading volume, making it a mid-cap cryptocurrency. Technical indicators suggest the coin might be oversold, which could lead to a temporary price increase, but overall, the indicators are leaning bearish.

The cryptocurrency ADA (Cardano) is currently trading around $0.82 and is seeing significant activity from large investors. Over the past week, $170 million in ADA was withdrawn from exchanges, and custodial holdings by institutions have increased by 300% year-on-year, reaching approximately $900 million. Analysts predict a potential price increase for ADA, with a realistic target of $3 by late August 2025. The article also highlights a new token called Remittix, designed for real-world payments, boasting fast transactions and low fees, that is being positioned as an alternative to ADA. Remittix is focused on cross-border payments and has been audited by CertiK. It has an ongoing $250,000 giveaway and is scheduled to be listed on Bitmart and LBank exchanges.

Solana (SOL) is facing potential price weakness in September after a fluctuating August. Despite monthly gains of over 13% and a positive yearly trend, on-chain metrics suggest a possible correction. The percentage of SOL supply in profit is near a six-month high, a level that has historically preceded price drops. Furthermore, the amount of SOL held on centralized exchanges has increased, indicating that holders may be preparing to sell. Technically, Solana is forming an ascending wedge pattern on its weekly chart, often a bearish signal. A drop below $195 and $182 could lead to a further decline to $160. A weekly close above $217 would invalidate this bearish outlook. While historically, Solana has performed well in September, current conditions suggest this trend might not continue, especially if the price doesn't decisively close above $217.

A new study by River, a Bitcoin financial services firm, estimates that individuals own the largest share of Bitcoin, holding approximately 65.9% of the circulating supply, which amounts to 13.83 million coins. This includes Bitcoin in self-custodied wallets and exchange accounts classified as individual. Institutions, including businesses and ETFs/funds, collectively control a significant portion. Businesses hold about 6.2% of the supply (1.30 million BTC), while ETFs and funds account for roughly 7.8% (1.63 million BTC). Governments are estimated to hold 1.5% or 306,000 BTC. Around 7.6% of Bitcoin is considered lost (1.58 million BTC), and the holdings attributed to Satoshi Nakamoto are approximately 4.6% (968,000 BTC). The remaining 5.2% (1.09 million BTC) is yet to be mined. River's research indicates that while individuals still hold the majority of Bitcoin, the institutional share is growing due to the rise of ETFs and companies adopting Bitcoin as a balance-sheet asset.

Tether's USDT, a major stablecoin, has seen its market dominance decrease to around 60%, the lowest since March 2023. Despite this, USDT's market capitalization remains high at $168 billion, as does Circle's USDC at $70.37 billion. USDC's market share has increased from approximately 18% to 30%, while DAI's has dropped. Ethena's USDe, launched in December 2023, now holds 4.32% of the market. Tether's declining dominance is partly attributed to its non-compliance with European stablecoin regulations and increasing regulatory pressures in the US. Investors are exploring stablecoins that comply with regulations and new token models. The growth of USDC and newer tokens such as USDe demonstrates this shift. Overall, the stablecoin market is expanding, but the distribution of market share is changing.

Ethereum is currently trading around $4,400, up about 15% for the month. It's holding crucial support near $4,350, which is important for determining its next move. If it stays above this level, it could try to break through resistance near $4,933 and potentially reach new highs above $5,000. However, if it falls below $4,350, it could drop to $4,000 or even $3,800. The price has been trading between $4,183 and $4,933, showing indecision in the market. Breaking above $5,000 is a key psychological barrier for further gains. The overall outlook for Ethereum is positive as long as it stays above $4,200, but the immediate future depends on whether it can maintain support at $4,350.

U.S. tech stocks experienced a downturn on Friday due to worries about AI investment and disappointing semiconductor earnings. The Nasdaq fell 1.2% over the week. Marvell Technology's data center revenue disappointed, leading to a near 19% stock drop and a downgrade by Bank of America. Nvidia's shares fell 3.3% due to uncertainty in China sales stemming from U.S. export restrictions, resulting in a 2.1% weekly decline. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index hit its lowest point since mid-April. The S&P 500 fell 0.6%, but still ended August up 1.9%. Actual revenues from generative AI are modest compared to investment. Marvell's shares have fallen over 40% since the start of 2025. Nvidia awaits clarification on resuming H20 chip exports to China. Chinese companies are pushing domestic AI chip alternatives. Super Micro Computer's shares fell 5.5% due to internal accounting issues. Bitcoin also declined, falling below $108,000, a nearly 7% weekly drop, influenced by U.S. monetary policy uncertainty, inflation, and weak labor data.

Everything Blockchain has chosen to use Flare's XRP DeFi framework to manage its crypto treasury. This means Everything Blockchain will utilize Flare's technology to handle and optimize its digital asset holdings. The adoption suggests an effort to leverage decentralized finance (DeFi) opportunities associated with XRP through the Flare network.

Elon Musk's personal lawyer is reportedly set to chair a new $200 million treasury initiative focused on Dogecoin. The initiative aims to support Dogecoin development and projects within its ecosystem. Sources indicate that the lawyer's involvement signals a potentially significant commitment to Dogecoin's future by those connected to Elon Musk, which may influence market perception and investment in the cryptocurrency.

Amplify has filed an application with the SEC for the Amplify XRP Option Income ETF, a new type of investment fund that aims to generate income from XRP by selling covered call options weekly while still holding XRP. The ETF intends to invest at least 80% of its assets in XRP-related products. It will trade on the Cboe BZX Exchange if approved. The SEC is currently reviewing over 90 crypto ETF applications, including spot ETFs for XRP, Solana, and Litecoin. The ETF plans to use a Cayman Islands subsidiary for crypto holdings to maintain flexibility under U.S. regulations. Distributions from the ETF will be taxed as ordinary income, and the fund's net asset value (NAV) will be calculated daily. FLEX Options will primarily be used for covered call positions.

The article discusses a growing interest in Remittix (RTX) among new crypto investors as an alternative to Ethereum. Remittix, a PayFi altcoin, has raised over $22 million by selling over 628 million tokens at $0.01 each. Analysts predict its price could increase to $7 within months. While Ethereum is currently trading near $4,350 and is supported by institutional investments like ETFs and corporate treasury holdings, some believe Remittix offers higher potential gains for retail traders due to its lower initial price and focus on global money transfers. Remittix is launching a mobile wallet with FX conversion, securing listings on exchanges like Bitmart and LBank, and implementing token burns to reduce supply, making it attractive to investors seeking explosive returns. The project's website is remittix.io, and related links can be found at linktr.ee/remittix; there is also a $250,000 giveaway at gleam.io/competitions/nz84L-250000-remittix-giveaway.

According to a report by River, businesses are absorbing Bitcoin at nearly four times the rate it is being mined. River estimates that approximately 1,755 BTC per day are flowing into business-controlled wallets, compared to the post-halving miner supply of about 450 BTC per day. Funds and ETFs are also showing significant net inflows of around 1,430 BTC per day. Individuals represent the largest net outflow at approximately 3,196 BTC per day, but this reflects coins moving from individual addresses to institutional addresses. River cautions that these figures are estimates based on wallet tagging, public disclosures, and external databases, and that net inflows may not always represent direct spot buying. The report suggests that if businesses and funds continue to absorb more Bitcoin than miners produce, institutions could have a larger influence on Bitcoin's supply dynamics.

Crypto analysts are predicting that the price of Solana (SOL) could reach $300. This projection is based on the increasing interest and investment from institutional investors in the Solana asset. The anticipated price increase reflects growing confidence in Solana's potential within the cryptocurrency market.

A new digital asset treasury firm is reportedly planning to raise $200 million to invest in Dogecoin. Alex Spiro, a lawyer known for representing Elon Musk, is listed as the chairman of this company. The initiative is being presented to investors as a Dogecoin investment vehicle supported by House of Doge, the official entity behind Dogecoin. There's no confirmed involvement from Elon Musk himself, though he has historically been a vocal supporter of Dogecoin, even integrating it into Tesla's payment system. This development comes as crypto treasury firms become more prevalent, offering indirect exposure to cryptocurrencies. For example, Bit Origin previously raised $500 million to build its own Dogecoin treasury. Currently, Dogecoin's price is around $0.2134, having decreased by over 3% in the last 24 hours and nearly 10% in the last week.

Bitcoin's price has recently decreased, falling to around $107,500 after struggling to stay above $110,000. Despite the recent drop, one analyst predicts that Bitcoin could reach $256,000 by December 3, 2025. This prediction is based on past Bitcoin cycles, where the price peaked approximately 1,100 days after hitting its cycle low. According to this analyst, if the current cycle follows a similar pattern to the 2018-2022 cycle, Bitcoin could increase by 16x from its cycle low. Currently, Bitcoin is trading around $108,301, showing a roughly 4% decline in the last 24 hours and over 7% in the past week.

Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, intends to launch USDT on Bitcoin's RGB protocol. This move comes as the overall stablecoin market approaches a $300 billion valuation, nearing a record high. This expansion aims to leverage Bitcoin's security and network effects for USDT transactions.

The cryptocurrency CRO experienced a price surge following the announcement of a $6.4 billion partnership between Trump Media and Crypto.com. This partnership, referred to as the Trump Media Group CRO Strategy, has increased CRO trading volume and network activity, attracting attention from both retail and institutional investors. Technical analysis suggests continued bullishness, with analysts eyeing a potential price of $0.50 by the end of the year. A Golden Cross pattern and an ascending broadening wedge on the weekly CRO price chart indicate increasing momentum in favor of bulls. Some analysts predict a mega parabolic rally similar to Ethereum's past performance, potentially pushing CRO's price to around $1.50. This ambitious outlook aligns with the growing market sentiment and bullish technical signals.

Several investment companies, including Canary Capital, Franklin Templeton, and VanEck, have updated their applications to the SEC for Solana ETFs. These changes include details on how the funds will handle staking, using Marinade Finance, where tokens are locked to support the network and earn rewards. Custody of Solana holdings will be split between hot and cold wallets, managed by a custodian who controls the private keys. The filings also include more information about potential risks like network outages, validator failures, and the uncertain tax treatment of staking rewards. Each ETF will publish daily updates about its net asset value and holdings. The coordinated updates suggest ongoing discussions between the companies and the SEC to get these products approved. If approved, these ETFs would allow investors to invest in Solana through a regulated investment product, similar to Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Solana's price is currently around $130.

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs experienced significant outflows totaling $291.28 million on Friday, reversing recent inflow trends. Ether ETFs led the decline with $164.64 million in outflows, ending a five-session inflow streak. Bitcoin ETFs also saw outflows of $126.64 million, their first decline since August 22nd. This downturn reduced the assets managed by these ETFs, with Ethereum ETFs falling to $28.58 billion and Bitcoin ETFs to $139.95 billion. Fidelity's FBTC saw the largest outflows at $66.2 million, followed by ARKB with $72.07 million, while Grayscale's GBTC experienced $15.3 million in outflows. BlackRock's IBIT was an exception, with inflows of $24.63 million. These outflows coincided with the release of U.S. inflation data, specifically a core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index increase of 2.9% year-over-year, which raised concerns about persistent inflation and the Federal Reserve's potential response. Despite these fluctuations, Ether ETFs have shown limited outflows since their launch in July 2024, with inflows surging 44% month-on-month, driven by institutional investors.

Recently, both Bitcoin and gold experienced simultaneous outflows from their respective ETFs, a deviation from their typical inverse relationship. Bitcoin ETFs saw nearly $2 billion in outflows in late August, while major gold ETFs experienced $449 million in outflows in a single week. This concurrent outflow occurred amidst uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve monetary policy, persistent inflation, and a softening labor market. Despite a brief rebound towards the end of August, both Bitcoin and gold remain under pressure as investors await clearer signals from the Fed. Investors are currently hesitant to invest in either asset due to the lack of clarity regarding future interest rate hikes, potential recession, or a resurgence of inflation, opting to shift to cash, seek higher-yielding investments, or wait for the Fed's next move.

Dogecoin's largest investors, known as whales, have collectively purchased $20 million worth of DOGE. Simultaneously, the volume of large Dogecoin transactions has reached its highest point in five months, suggesting increased activity among major holders of the cryptocurrency. This indicates a renewed interest or accumulation of Dogecoin by significant players in the market.

Ethereum ETFs experienced a net outflow of $164 million throughout the month of August. This indicates that investors withdrew more money from these investment products than they put in during that period. These ETFs are investment funds that hold Ethereum, allowing investors to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency without directly owning it. The $164 million outflow suggests a decrease in investor interest or confidence in Ethereum ETFs during August.

Dogecoin's price is currently fluctuating, facing resistance around $0.20 to $0.25 and finding support near $0.19. Analysts suggest a break above $0.25 could lead to further buying, while a drop below $0.19 might trigger more selling. There's also mixed activity from large Dogecoin holders, with some accumulating and others selling. The article contrasts Dogecoin with Remittix, a project focused on bridging cryptocurrency and traditional banking. Remittix is priced at $0.10 and has raised over $22 million, selling over 628 million tokens. Remittix has also secured a second listing on a centralized exchange, and plans to launch a wallet beta in September. The article suggests Remittix offers real-world utility through crypto-to-fiat transfers, business integration via APIs, and growing market momentum, making it a potentially stronger investment compared to Dogecoin.

A US Court of Appeals ruled that former President Trump's tariffs on goods from countries like China, Mexico, and Canada are illegal. The court decided these tariffs were not permitted under the Emergency Economic Powers Act. Although Trump responded by saying the tariffs are still in effect, the timing of the ruling, just after futures markets closed and before a holiday weekend, raised some questions. The crypto market, which is always open, didn't immediately react with extreme selling. Experts believe that if the ruling stands and global economic pressure eases due to fewer tariffs, riskier assets like Bitcoin could potentially benefit from stimulated economic recovery and higher liquidity. Bitcoin itself isn't directly affected by tariffs, so the ruling's impact would likely be due to broader economic effects.

MAGACOIN FINANCE is gaining attention as its presale approaches $15 million raised, making it a crypto to watch in 2025. The project has built trust through audits by CertiK and HashEx, verifying its security. Buyers can secure a 50% bonus using code PATRIOT50X. The presale has attracted over 14,000 verified wallets and nearly $13 million has already been raised. Only 12% of the tokens remain available, with a capped supply of 170 billion and a 12% burn rate per transaction. Large investors from Ethereum and XRP have invested over $1.4 billion into the project. Analysts predict MAGA has higher growth prospects than XRP and Ethereum. The roadmap includes potential listings on Binance and Coinbase in Q4 2025, with partnership and ecosystem expansion plans also in development. The coin has over 25,000 community members.

Bill Morgan argues that XRP and similar 'bridge currencies' are better than stablecoins like RLUSD and USDT for moving money across borders. He believes stablecoins have limitations because they rely on a central authority, aren't truly limited in supply (can be created at any time), and are tied to fiat currencies that lose value over time. Morgan and Ripple CTO David Schwartz suggest XRP's speed and decentralization make it superior for global transfers, with Schwartz noting XRP usage in Ripple Payments greatly exceeds other assets. Industry expert Jake Claver adds that banks are unlikely to trust competitor stablecoins, further reinforcing XRP's role. Meanwhile, Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin is gaining traction, with its market cap increasing from $577 million to over $700 million and being used in traditional finance applications.

Fundstrat's Tom Lee explains that while retail investors favored Solana and Sui due to their speed, institutional investors like those on Wall Street prioritize the reliability and uptime of Ethereum. He highlights that institutions can use layer-2 solutions to overcome Ethereum's base layer speed limitations. Lee also notes the importance of staking for institutions, as it allows them to influence the Ethereum network. Ethereum's price has seen a significant increase since July, reaching almost $4,946 and pushing its market cap close to $600 billion. This price movement has improved confidence among investors. Despite a recent correction to around $4,400, analysts are still bullish on Ethereum, with year-end price forecasts ranging from $6,000 to $12,000, driven by increased institutional interest. Currently, Ethereum is trading at $4,390, up 1.1% in the last 24 hours.

The price of QTUM has increased by 15.09% in the last 24 hours, reaching $3.03, with a market capitalization of $321.35 million. It has also risen 18.94% in the past week and 38.83% in the last month. Trading volume in the last 24 hours was approximately $330 million, indicating strong investor interest. Analysts predict that QTUM could potentially increase by 370% to reach the $17-$19 range by the end of the year. Short-term resistance levels are identified at $4.00, $4.20, and $4.60. However, potential downturns in Bitcoin or other major cryptocurrencies could lead to corrections in QTUM's price.

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX and Maelstrom, predicts that the Hyperliquids HYPE token has the potential to increase in value by 126 times. Hyperliquid is a decentralized exchange built on its own blockchain, specializing in perpetual futures contracts and its native token, HYPE, acts as a governance tool. Hayes' forecast is based on an analysis by Maelstrom that projects a $10 trillion stablecoin market by 2028. Applying Binance's historical trading volume ratio to this projected market, Hyperliquid could see $2.6 trillion in daily trades, resulting in $258 billion in annual revenues. Discounting these revenues at a 5% rate gives a present value of $5.16 trillion, which, when compared to HYPE's current valuation of $41 billion, suggests the potential 126x upside. Hayes believes that as more people use stablecoins for savings, they will turn to crypto speculation, and Hyperliquid is well-positioned to benefit from this trend and potentially surpass Binance as the leading exchange.

Bitcoin's price briefly fell below $108,000, its lowest since early July, as a large Bitcoin holder (whale) began moving billions of dollars worth of Bitcoin into Ethereum. This whale first moved $1.1 billion of Bitcoin to a new wallet, and then started buying Ethereum, adding to the $2.5 billion in Ethereum they already purchased last week. This activity caused Bitcoin's price to drop about 2% in 24 hours, while Ethereum's price rose by a similar amount. Over $400 million in crypto positions were liquidated, with Ethereum positions experiencing the most losses at $133 million and Bitcoin at $109 million. Analysts warn that Bitcoin needs to recover above $112,000 to avoid further price drops, potentially down to $100,000, because market sentiment is currently very negative.

Volkswagen Singapore is now accepting Bitcoin as payment for its vehicles. Simultaneously, large Bitcoin investors, often referred to as 'whales' and 'sharks', have collectively purchased 20,000 Bitcoin. This indicates a potential increase in institutional or high-net-worth individual interest in Bitcoin, occurring at the same time a major car manufacturer is adopting it as a payment method.

World Liberty Financial has introduced a new USD1 stablecoin on the Solana blockchain. The company minted an initial supply of 100 million USD1 tokens. This launch adds another stablecoin option to the Solana ecosystem, potentially influencing trading and decentralized finance (DeFi) activities within the network by providing a stable-valued asset for transactions and investments.

Japanese gaming company Gumi Inc. plans to invest 2.5 billion yen (approximately $17 million) in XRP tokens between September 2025 and February 2026. This gradual accumulation is intended to reduce the risk associated with market price volatility. Analysts suggest that Gumi's significant investment could potentially drive XRP's price upward due to consistent buying pressure. Gumi views this move as part of its broader blockchain strategy, recognizing XRP's role in global remittances and financial services, especially given the close ties between Ripple and SBI Holdings, a major shareholder in Gumi. Prior to this, Gumi had already invested 1 billion yen (around $6.7 million) in Bitcoin, which is being staked for rewards. The company aims to use Bitcoin for income generation and XRP as a long-term asset connected to payment and liquidity solutions. Other institutions are also adding XRP to their balance sheets, anticipating potential price increases with wider adoption. Gumi believes that Bitcoin and XRP will create a foundation for its blockchain-related business, supporting revenue growth and long-term value creation.

Solana (SOL) has reached a new transaction speed record of 107,664 transactions per second (TPS), which is significantly faster than previous benchmarks. This development has led some analysts to suggest a potential price target of $3,500 for SOL. The increase in speed may result in greater network capacity and potentially more users and applications being able to use the Solana blockchain.

The prices of major cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ether, and XRP have significantly dropped, resulting in over $500 million being wiped out from traders' accounts due to liquidations. This means that traders who had borrowed money to trade these cryptocurrencies had their positions automatically closed because the value of their assets fell below a certain level, triggering losses.

Solana's price is approaching $210 with a target of $250, while interest is also growing in Remittix (RTX), a project focused on real-world payment solutions. The market capitalization of Solana stands at $112.59 billion, with a daily trading volume of $12.88 billion. Remittix has raised over $22.1 million in its presale, selling more than 628 million tokens at $0.10 each and is scheduled to be listed on BitMart and LBank exchanges. The company plans to launch a beta version of its mobile wallet in Q3 2025, enabling crypto-to-bank transfers in over 30 countries and supports over 40 cryptocurrencies. A $250,000 giveaway is also in progress to further boost community engagement. Remittix focuses on cross-border payments and has smart contracts that have been audited by CertiK for security and transparency.

Grayscale Investments has filed paperwork with the SEC to create exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for Polkadot and Cardano. These ETFs, named Grayscale Cardano Trust ETF (GADA) and Grayscale Polkadot Trust ETF, join a large number of other crypto ETF applications awaiting approval. The Cardano ETF, if approved, would trade on the NYSE Arca under the ticker GADA. Prediction markets show increasing optimism for altcoin ETF approvals, with Solana, XRP, and even Dogecoin having high probabilities of approval in 2025. Grayscale is also pursuing the conversion of existing trusts into ETFs for Litecoin, Solana, Dogecoin, XRP, and Avalanche. These filings highlight regulatory risks, including the SEC's previous classification of ADA as a security, and operate with cash-only mechanisms. Currently there are 92 pending crypto ETF applications, a 28% increase from April, with deadlines approaching in October for Solana, XRP, and Litecoin proposals. Regulatory developments, like the SEC's approval of in-kind redemptions for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, and collaborative efforts between the SEC and CFTC are driving the push for wider crypto ETF approval.

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) achieved a new high in the second quarter of 2025, reaching a $131.6 million market capitalization for real-world assets (RWA). This increase is attributed to new asset issuances announced in June 2025 and the integration of XRPL with RWA.XYZ, a platform for tracking tokenized assets. Thirteen RWAs are now live on RWA.XYZ following this integration. Noteworthy examples of RWA issuances include Ondos OUSG tokenized treasury fund, Guggenheims issuance of digital commercial paper, and Ctrl Alts tokenized real estate offerings. These developments indicate growing adoption of XRPL in the real-world assets market, bridging traditional finance and blockchain technology.

The article discusses Cardano (ADA)'s price struggles below $1 and introduces Layer Brett (LBRETT), a new Ethereum Layer 2 memecoin in presale. Analysts suggest LBRETT could offer faster growth than ADA. Layer Brett aims to combine meme popularity with real blockchain utility, offering faster transactions and lower fees compared to Cardano. LBRETT's presale price is $0.005, and early stakers are seeing high Annual Percentage Yields (APY). The token supply is capped at 10 billion, and there's a $1 million giveaway to attract community members. Layer Brett boasts features like gamified staking, NFT integration, and scalability for DeFi and Web3. The presale is ongoing, allowing users to connect wallets like MetaMask to purchase and stake LBRETT using ETH, USDT, or BNB.

The U.S. market could see a large increase in the number of crypto ETFs available as early as this fall. Over 90 applications are currently with the SEC, and many are expected to be approved. While this could make it easier for both institutions and individual investors to invest in crypto, some analysts predict that many of these new ETFs will eventually fail due to lack of investor interest. The success of each ETF will depend on investor demand, with ETFs based on more popular cryptocurrencies likely to perform better. BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) became the most successful ETF launch in history, holding nearly $85 billion in bitcoin. Ethereum ETFs have taken in nearly $10 billion since the start of July, which represents the bulk of total inflows of $14 billion since their launch last year. Analysts expect many crypto-related ETP launches in the next 12 to 18 months, and the market will ultimately determine which products succeed based on investor flows. There is also an anticipation of strong uptake for index-based crypto ETFs, which will give investors and advisors a straightforward way to gain exposure to the broader digital asset ecosystem.

The IRS is facing a leadership gap in its digital assets division as key personnel have recently left for the private sector. This is happening as the agency anticipates a large increase in crypto-related tax filings, especially with new forms like the 1099-DA coming into use. At the same time, the IRS has been experiencing budget cuts and staff reductions. This situation could lead to challenges for the IRS in handling the expected surge of crypto tax filings and providing assistance to taxpayers with questions. Separately, the U.S. Department of Commerce is experimenting with putting economic data on blockchains, starting with GDP figures. Also, the crypto industry is urging the U.S. Senate to protect software developers from legal liability in upcoming market structure legislation, with Senator Mark Warner's views being a focal point. Finally, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), potentially a leading crypto regulator, is facing a reduction in its commission members.

The article promotes Mutuum Finance (MUTM) as a promising cryptocurrency under $0.05, suggesting it has significantly more potential than meme tokens like SHIB. Mutuum Finance uses a pool-to-contract (P2C) model where lenders deposit assets into pooled contracts and borrowers access them, generating revenue that is then used to buy back MUTM tokens and reward stakers. They will also have peer-to-peer (P2P) lending. Currently in Phase 6 of its presale at $0.035, analysts are projecting a potential 120x upside, bringing the token price to $4.20. The project has sold 30% of the 170 million tokens allocated for this phase, has over 15,850 holders, and has raised around $15.14 million so far. The project has a total supply of 4 billion tokens. Mutuum Finance has undergone a CertiK audit, achieving a Token Scan Score of 95.00 and a Skynet Score of 78.00. The article highlights potential exchange listings and the planned beta release as catalysts for future growth.

A large Bitcoin holder, referred to as a whale, moved 25,000 Bitcoin after having previously sold 24,000 Bitcoin the previous week. This follows a sale of $2.7 billion worth of Bitcoin that caused a $4,000 price drop and widespread liquidations. The whale still holds approximately 146,000 Bitcoin. These large transactions are raising concerns about potential market manipulation. This activity is part of a larger trend of early Bitcoin holders selling their holdings to new investors, including institutions, leading to short-term price volatility as Bitcoin ownership becomes more distributed.