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According to Odaily, Deutsche Bank has reported that despite a recent market recovery, foreign investors continue to avoid purchasing U.S. assets. George Saravelos, the bank's head of foreign exchange strategy, has been monitoring the flow of overseas funds into U.S. stocks and bonds to observe real-time trends among foreign investors. Saravelos noted that data indicates a significant halt in foreign purchases of U.S. assets over the past two months. Even as market conditions appeared to improve last week, there was no sign of a reversal in this trend.

According to Odaily, gold prices reversed earlier losses on Monday, climbing nearly 1% to $3,349 per ounce during the U.S. trading session. This increase followed an earlier decline of 1.8%, driven by bargain buying as the market turned its attention to trade developments and various economic data. Daniel Ghali, a commodity strategist at TD Securities, noted initial signs of selling momentum exhaustion, suggesting that the downside risk for gold is extremely limited. Ghali highlighted that Western investors, particularly independent traders or macro funds, were significantly underinvested during the previous gold rally, resulting in limited selling activity and contributing to the price increase.

On Apr 28, 2025, 22:07 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 1,800 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 1,801.27002 USDT, with a narrowed 0.28% increase in 24 hours.

According to Odaily, OpenAI has announced that users will soon be able to purchase products through ChatGPT. The new shopping button for AI search queries will be available to everyone, regardless of whether they are logged in. Shoppers will not be able to complete transactions within ChatGPT; instead, they will be redirected to the merchant's website to finalize their purchases. Product recommendations shown to potential shoppers will be based on ChatGPT's memory of user preferences and product reviews sourced from across the web. An OpenAI spokesperson stated that the company will not earn affiliate marketing revenue from purchases made through ChatGPT.

High Bitcoin ETF inflows fuel short-term price gains but resistance looms near key psychological levelsBitcoin (BTC) has shown strong recovery momentum, climbing above $94,500, but analysts caution that significant resistance around $100,000 could cap further gains despite robust ETF inflows.Bitcoin ETF Inflows Surge to $3 Billion, But Do They Signal a Top?Bitcoin’s rally from $74,400 to current levels was supported by renewed investor interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs, which recorded $3.06 billion in net weekly inflows — the largest since December 2025, according to Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView data.Historically, large ETF inflows have shown mixed signals regarding Bitcoin price tops:In March 2024, inflows over $1 billion coincided with Bitcoin’s rally to new all-time highs around $73,300, followed by corrections.Similarly, June 2024 inflows preceded a rally from $67,000 to $72,000, before a sharp 25% correction.However, November 2024 inflows of $3.38 billion led to Bitcoin breaking the $100,000 mark without an immediate reversal, suggesting that high inflows do not always precede a market top.Market analytics firm FalconX used a Vector Autoregression model to show that Bitcoin ETF inflows have short-term predictive power for price increases but do not reliably signal major reversals. Bitcoin Faces Resistance at $95K to $100K RangeBitcoin’s 27% rally from recent lows has flipped critical support levels, including the:50-day SMA at $85,100,100-day SMA at $90,570,and 200-day SMA at $89,300.Currently, Bitcoin consolidates under the $95,000 resistance zone, with notable seller interest between $97,000 and $100,000, according to monitoring resource CoinGlass.Popular crypto analyst AlphaBTC noted:"The $95,000 level has contained Bitcoin's price over the past few days. A breakout is possible, but reaching $100K may trigger a larger pullback."Similarly, Material Indicators co-founder Keith Alan expressed skepticism about Bitcoin sustaining a move above $95,000 without stronger catalysts.Trading firm QCP Capital also warned that while the sentiment remains positive, Bitcoin lacks a clear catalyst to propel it decisively beyond the psychological $100,000 threshold.Short-Term Strength, Medium-Term CautionWhile Bitcoin ETF inflows continue to provide a strong foundation for bullish momentum, analysts caution that price movements toward $100,000 could face significant liquidity-driven resistance.The coming weeks could determine whether Bitcoin’s rally extends into new all-time highs or whether a consolidation phase will set in, as investors weigh macroeconomic developments and further ETF flows, according to Cointelegraph.

Shifting Treasury and Gold Trends Signal a Favorable Macro Backdrop for BitcoinBitcoin (BTC) may be poised for a major price breakout as global financial trends increasingly mirror conditions seen during the 2020–2021 bull run, analysts suggest.Recent data highlights major shifts in global asset allocation, including a historic surge in US Treasury inflows, reduced foreign central bank exposure to Treasurys, and an accelerated accumulation of gold reserves — factors that historically correlate with strong Bitcoin rallies.Central Banks Slash Treasury Holdings, Turn to GoldAccording to the latest data:US Treasury funds saw $19 billion in inflows last week, the highest since March 2023.30-year Treasury yields dropped 30 basis points from April peaks, signaling rising bond demand.Foreign central banks cut their US Treasury holdings to 23% of outstanding US government debt — a 22-year low.Meanwhile, gold’s share of global central bank reserves hit 18%, the highest in 26 years.This shift, fueled partly by ongoing US-China tariff tensions, signals a gradual de-dollarization trend, with central banks seeking alternatives to US debt instruments.Historical Parallels: Bitcoin’s 2020 Bull RunSimilar macroeconomic patterns fueled Bitcoin’s historic rally during the pandemic:In 2020, spikes in US Treasury inflows coincided with Bitcoin’s rise from $9,000 to $60,000.Gold’s share of global reserves increased by 14.5% over 18 months.Investors sought alternative stores of value amid concerns over traditional monetary systems.Today’s bond and gold market dynamics suggest similar conditions are emerging, setting the stage for a potential Bitcoin breakout in 2025.Institutional Demand Dominates Bitcoin’s Current RallyAnalysts from Capital Flows and Bitwise highlight that Bitcoin’s latest price surge, which pushed BTC above $94,000, is largely institution-driven rather than retail-led:Google search interest for “Bitcoin” remains near long-term lows, according to Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley.Corporate treasuries, asset managers, and even sovereign entities are increasingly driving Bitcoin demand.Previous cycles heavily correlated Bitcoin price movements with retail search volume; this shift suggests a maturing market dynamic.Data from SEMrush shows that in earlier cycles, Bitcoin search volumes had a 91% correlation with price movements, a trend that appears to have diverged in 2025.Risks Remain: Impact of a Potential RecessionDespite bullish signals, some caution remains:A global recession could derail Bitcoin’s rally if investors shift toward cash and traditional safe havens like US Treasurys instead of riskier assets.Liquidity conditions and investor sentiment in coming quarters will be critical for sustaining Bitcoin’s upward momentum.Nonetheless, the combination of easing Treasury yields, central bank gold accumulation, and increasing institutional adoption presents a compelling macro backdrop for Bitcoin’s next potential move toward new all-time highs, according to Cointelegraph.

XRP Eyes 55% Rally as Market Momentum Builds Ahead of Key CatalystsXRP rose nearly 5% today, reaching an intraday high of $2.36, extending a three-week rally that has lifted its price by more than 46%. Several key factors are contributing to the renewed bullish momentum for XRP, including the approval of XRP futures ETFs, whale accumulation, and a technical breakout suggesting further upside.ProShares XRP Futures ETF Approval Boosts SentimentXRP's latest price surge follows the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) approval of three XRP futures-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) under ProShares Trust.The newly approved products — ProShares XRP Strategy ETF, ProShares Short XRP Strategy ETF, and ProShares XRP Blend Strategy ETF — are scheduled to launch on April 30, 2025, providing investors with indirect exposure to XRP price movements.In addition, the CME Group recently announced plans to list XRP futures contracts alongside BTC, ETH, and SOL futures starting next month, further expanding XRP’s presence in regulated derivatives markets.While progress on a spot XRP ETF remains pending, with key decisions due in May, market participants view the futures ETF approval as a major step toward broader institutional adoption.Whale Accumulation Strengthens Price SupportData from Glassnode shows a steady rise in the number of XRP addresses holding at least 10,000 XRP tokens, particularly during the recent 30% price correction from January’s highs of $3.40.This whale accumulation trend signals growing investor confidence and suggests that selling pressure remains limited, creating a strong base for continued price appreciation.XRP Technical Breakout Targets $3.63From a technical perspective, XRP has broken out of a falling wedge pattern — a historically bullish reversal formation.The breakout points to a potential price target of $3.63, representing a 55% upside from current levels.XRP is now holding above its 50-period 3D exponential moving average (EMA), which has served as a crucial historical support level.The Relative Strength Index (RSI) remains neutral between 30 and 70, indicating room for further gains without signaling immediate overbought conditions.Analysts argue that maintaining price action above key moving averages will be critical for XRP’s continuation toward the $3.63 breakout target.Market OutlookWhile short-term volatility remains possible, the convergence of institutional product launches, whale accumulation, and technical breakout confirmation suggests that XRP's price could see further upside in the coming weeks.Market participants are now closely watching the futures ETF launch on April 30 and any developments regarding spot XRP ETF approvals, which could further strengthen XRP's position in both retail and institutional portfolios, according to Cointelegraph.

Peter Chung Highlights Bitcoin’s Dual Role as Both Risk Asset and Digital GoldPeter Chung, head of research at quantitative trading firm Presto, has reiterated his bullish forecast that Bitcoin (BTC) could reach $210,000 by the end of 2025, citing growing institutional adoption and global liquidity expansion as primary catalysts.In an interview with CNBC on April 28, Chung acknowledged that 2025’s market conditions have been challenging but characterized recent corrections as a “healthy adjustment” that strengthens Bitcoin’s foundation as a mainstream financial asset.Bitcoin's Dual Identity: Risk-On Asset and Digital GoldChung emphasized Bitcoin’s unique dual behavior:In favorable market environments, Bitcoin acts as a risk-on asset, driven by network effects and user adoption.During financial instability, Bitcoin increasingly behaves like digital gold, serving as a safe-haven asset, particularly when confidence in the U.S. dollar system falters.“These moments are rare,” Chung noted, pointing to examples like the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022 and the Silicon Valley Bank collapse in 2023 where Bitcoin's safe-haven properties became evident.Despite lagging gold during recent turbulence, Chung believes Bitcoin could catch up and outperform traditional safe-haven assets by the end of 2025.Institutional Adoption Accelerates Bitcoin’s GrowthSupporting Chung’s outlook, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley observed that Bitcoin’s rise to around $94,000 has occurred with limited retail investor participation. Google search trends for "Bitcoin" remain near historical lows, suggesting that the current rally is primarily driven by:Institutional investorsFinancial advisersCorporationsSovereign entitiesCorporate treasuries already hold nearly $65 billion worth of Bitcoin, according to BitcoinTreasuries.NET data.Further reinforcing the bullish sentiment, analysts from Standard Chartered and Intellectia AI recently stated that institutional demand via Bitcoin ETFs and macroeconomic hedging strategies could cause Bitcoin’s price to more than double in 2025.Ethereum Outlook Remains StrongChung also reaffirmed Presto’s positive outlook for Ethereum (ETH), citing ongoing network improvements and valuation models based on the ETH-to-BTC ratio, signaling continued confidence in Ethereum's role within the crypto ecosystem, according to Cointelegraph.

According to BlockBeats, the Arizona House of Representatives is set to convene this afternoon at 1 PM local time to discuss two significant pieces of legislation related to Bitcoin reserves. The bills, SB1373 and SB1025, are on the agenda for a final vote. These legislative measures could have important implications for the state's approach to cryptocurrency reserves.

According to BlockBeats, Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund ADQ, conglomerate IHC, and the First Abu Dhabi Bank, the largest bank in the UAE by assets, have announced plans to launch a new stablecoin backed by the Dirham, the official currency of the United Arab Emirates. The companies stated that the stablecoin will be fully regulated by the UAE Central Bank. This initiative signifies a deeper investment by Gulf nations in the cryptocurrency sector.

According to BlockBeats, Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart clarified on social media that reports suggesting ProShares will launch an XRP ETF on April 30 are inaccurate. Seyffart confirmed that there is no definitive listing date yet. However, he indicated that the launch is likely to occur in the short to medium term.

According to PANews, the Ethereum Foundation has released a new vision statement, reaffirming its commitment to maintaining Ethereum as an open, decentralized, and censorship-resistant global computing platform. The foundation plans to focus on infrastructure support, protocol upgrade coordination, privacy technology research, and community empowerment. Additionally, it aims to gradually decentralize responsibilities to foster self-development and diverse governance within the ecosystem.

According to TechFlow, data from Coinglass reveals that the cryptocurrency market saw substantial liquidations over the past 24 hours, totaling $244 million. Of this amount, long positions accounted for $156 million, while short positions reached $89.25 million. The figures highlight the volatility and risk associated with trading in the cryptocurrency sector.

According to BlockBeats, recent data from Coinglass indicates a continued divergence in the cryptocurrency market, with both bullish and bearish sentiments present. The funding rates for major cryptocurrencies on mainstream centralized and decentralized exchanges reflect this trend. Funding rates are fees set by cryptocurrency trading platforms to maintain balance between contract prices and the prices of underlying assets, typically applied to perpetual contracts. This mechanism facilitates the exchange of funds between long and short traders, without the platform charging this fee. It serves to adjust the cost or yield of holding contracts, ensuring contract prices remain close to the asset prices. A funding rate of 0.01% signifies a baseline rate. Rates above 0.01% suggest a general bullish market sentiment, while rates below 0.005% indicate a bearish outlook.

On Apr 28, 2025, 15:22 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 600 USDT and is now trading at 599.809998 USDT, with a narrowed 0.05% decrease in 24 hours.

According to PANews, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to host a rally marking the first 100 days of his presidency. The event is scheduled to take place at Macomb Community College in Warren, Michigan, on April 30, 2025, at 6 a.m. UTC+8. The rally aims to celebrate the beginning of his term and encourage supporters to attend.

According to BlockBeats, analysts from financial website Forexlive have noted a renewed decline in the U.S. dollar, despite stability in the U.S. stock market. The accelerating downturn of the dollar is seen as a troubling sign, following the Dallas Federal Reserve's manufacturing index reaching its lowest point since May 2020. The report highlights concerns over tariffs and uncertainties in the real economy.The market is currently assessing whether this series of negative confidence data indicates an impending economic slowdown. Each piece of data further undermines the bullish outlook, particularly after last week's significant rebound in both the U.S. stock market and the dollar.

According to TechFlow, blockchain analyst Lookonchain reported significant changes in stablecoin volumes over the past week. Tron experienced an increase of $2.17 billion in stablecoins, while the Avalanche network saw a decrease of $66.22 million in stablecoins, specifically USDT and USDC.

According to PANews, as of April 28, Tether Gold (XAU₮) has a circulation corresponding to 246,523.33 ounces of gold, equivalent to over 7.7 tons, with a market value of $770 million. XAU₮ is currently regulated by El Salvador, with each token backed 1:1 by physical gold stored in high-security vaults in Switzerland.

According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below 94,000 USDT and is now trading at 93,981.570313 USDT, with a 0.08% decrease in 24 hours.