Today’s Crypto Highlights

Ethereum Keeps Soaring

Ethereum surged past the $4,000 mark—reaching $4,200 on Binance—driven by skyrocketing ETF inflows, institutional buying, and heavy trading activity. It now commands roughly 35% of total crypto exchange volume.

Bitcoin Approaches All-Time Highs

Bitcoin is closing in on its all-time highs amid strong ETF optimism and bullish market sentiment.

SEC and Ripple Settle

The long-drawn SEC lawsuit against Ripple has officially ended. Ripple will pay a $125 million fine, and both parties will drop all appeals—effectively closing one of the industry’s highest-profile legal battles.

Retirement Plans Can Now Include Crypto

Former President Trump signed an executive order allowing cryptocurrencies, private equity, and real estate to be included in 401(k) retirement plans. The Department of Labor, SEC, and Treasury will now work on rulemaking for implementation.

"Crypto Summer" Heats Up

A wave of crypto-focused IPOs is underway. Backed by major players like Peter Thiel and supported by strong institutional interest, this trend signals growing mainstream acceptance of crypto in public markets.

Mass Liquidations Shake Markets

In the last 24 hours, the crypto markets saw approximately $452 million in liquidations, with $111 million from long positions alone.

Heightened Cybersecurity Risks

Organized hacking syndicates are increasingly targeting holders of ADA, ETH, and XRP—prompting security warnings across the ecosystem.