📰 Top Headlines
1. Trump deflects on divesting crypto ventures
At a White House briefing, former President Trump dodged questions on whether he'd divest from his family's crypto holdings to gain support for crypto-related bills, arguing that banning US crypto would drive adoption to China or another country .
2. $23M token drain linked to major $2.1B hack
Founders of Across Protocol have been accused of diverting $23 million in tokens. Meanwhile, North Korea–linked Lazarus hackers are tied to $2.1 billion in losses so far this year .
3. Market snapshot: $BTC Bitcoin & Ethereum steady
Bitcoin holds steady near $107K, with slight daily dip but overall stable .
$ETH Ethereum trades around $2.42K amid cooling market momentum .
4. Altcoins rebound: Market cap jumps +5%
Altcoin recovery gains traction, helping push the total crypto market cap up ~5.2% today. $XRP and other altcoins are leading the charge .
5. Crypto presales gain momentum
Mastercard's support and rising demand from the US have fueled interest in early-stage crypto presales. However, risks linger after recent large-scale hacks .
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📊 Market Commentary
Bitcoin remains rangebound around $107K, near resistance. Ethereum shows modest consolidation, but altcoin outperformance suggests a potential shift in sentiment. Watch chain analysis and volume for signs of a breakout.