Daily Crypto & Economic Pulse – July 26, 2025
Global Economic Shifts & Crypto Implications
The US Dollar Index (DXY) rebounded 0.31% to 97.67 amid mixed economic signals, as strong data delayed Fed rate-cut expectations while weak capital goods orders hinted at slowing business investment. This volatility could pressure crypto markets, particularly altcoins sensitive to macro liquidity trends. Meanwhile, oil prices hit 3-week lows (Brent at $68.44/barrel) due to rising supply concerns, potentially dampening inflation fears and boosting risk assets like crypto.
Stellar (XLM): The network is advancing its interoperability focus, with recent partnerships targeting cross-border CBDC pilots. Its low-cost infrastructure positions it as a contender for institutional adoption in volatile FX markets.
Maker (MKR): MakerDAO’s governance is voting on real-world asset (RWA) expansions, including tokenized treasury bonds, to diversify DAI’s collateral amid DeFi’s RWA boom.
SingularityNET (AGIX): The AI platform unveiled a decentralized LLM training framework, leveraging blockchain to democratize AI development—a key narrative as global AI regulation talks intensify.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and shifting U.S.-China trade policies add volatility to markets, EU gas phase-out plans may drive crypto as a hedge. Monitor Fed/ECB policy signals this week for directional cues. Keep an eye on these narratives as they shape the investment landscape.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s pulse!
