Daily Crypto & Economic Pulse – July 30, 2025
Global markets remain cautious as the US Federal Reserve signals a potential pause in rate cuts amid persistent inflation, while the EU tightens crypto regulations under MiCA, impacting investor sentiment. Meanwhile, escalating U.S.-Russia tensions over Ukraine and fresh tariff threats from the Trump administration have spurred volatility in oil prices, up 3% as sanctions loom.
The Sandbox (SAND) is gaining traction as major brands like Gucci and Sony partner to launch exclusive virtual experiences, reinforcing its position in the metaverse. Their recent SDK update enables smoother creator tools, driving user engagement.
Hedera (HBAR) sees heightened adoption after the launch of its Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility, attracting DeFi projects seeking low-cost, high-speed transactions. The Hashgraph-powered network is also in talks with central banks for CBDC pilots.
Shiba Inu (SHIB) expands its utility with Shibarium’s Layer-2 scaling solution, reducing gas fees and improving transaction speeds. The team hints at a gaming ecosystem integration, potentially boosting long-term demand.
Crypto’s correlation with the dollar’s 6% YTD decline may strengthen if Fed dovish signals emerge, though geopolitical flare-ups (e.g., U.S.-China trade talks stalling) could temper risk appetite.
Stay tuned for tomorrow’s pulse!
