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Former U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to launch his own coin, which is set to take place on Wednesday. While some people speculated that it might be a cryptocurrency, Trump’s project is more of a traditional product than a digital asset.

 
New Coin to Support Presidential Campaign
Donald Trump, who is running for the presidency of the United States again, announced the launch of a new coin to raise funds for his election campaign. The project, titled "Silver Medallion First Edition President Trump," aims to distribute physical silver to Americans who support his political vision and want to see him back in office. Although many of his supporters expected Trump to release a cryptocurrency, this new coin is something entirely different.
 Launch of Limited Edition Coin
Trump announced that the coin will be sold for $100 each through the website RealTrumpCoins.com. The coin will be made of 99.9% pure silver and will only be available in a limited edition. One side of the coin will feature Donald Trump’s likeness, while the other side will display the White House accompanied by the phrase "In God We Trust."
 This coin is expected to be one of several activities that Trump undertakes to secure the necessary funding for his campaign ahead of the upcoming presidential elections in the U.S. The coin comes at a time when Trump is actively seeking new ways to bolster his campaign and ensure he has the resources he needs. He stated that this silver coin is the "ONLY OFFICIAL coin" he has designed and that was minted in the U.S. under his leadership.
 Cryptocurrency Expectations Unfulfilled
In recent months, several meme coins featuring themes related to Donald Trump have appeared in the market, capitalizing on his popularity. However, Trump has distanced himself from these unofficial tokens and emphasized during the introduction of his silver coin that:
"I’ve seen a lot of coins using my beautiful face, but they’re not official. RealTrumpCoin.com is the only place to purchase the official Trump coin."
 At first glance, Trump’s announcement of a new official coin might seem related to cryptocurrency, as many of his fans have been expecting him to introduce a digital asset. For instance, last week, 84% of bettors on the Polymarket platform believed that Trump would come out with his own cryptocurrency. This anticipation was fueled by the launch of the World Liberty Financial project, which was speculated to potentially include an official Trump cryptocurrency.
 World Liberty Financial and the True Purpose of the Coin
The World Liberty Financial project does contain a token called WLFI, but this token lacks the key characteristics of a classic cryptocurrency as many had envisioned. Although WLFI has been presented as a type of digital asset, it is not the classic cryptocurrency that Trump fans hoped for. While speculation continues regarding whether Trump will eventually come up with his own cryptocurrency project, the silver coin remains his current official product and focuses more on traditional investment in precious metals.
Thus, Trump continues to favor physical, tangible assets rather than joining the wave of digital assets that currently dominate the financial world.
Trump's fondness for cryptocurrencies.
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Ripple has surprised the crypto market by splitting its planned July XRP release into two separate tranches. A total of 1 billion XRP tokens have been unlocked from the escrow account — 500 million on July 1st and another 500 million on July 4th. This unexpected move has caught the attention of analysts and investors, sparking speculation about a potential strategic shift at the company.

🪙 Another 500 Million XRP Hits the Market
According to Whale Alert, Ripple released 500 million XRP worth over $1.1 billion from escrow to an unknown wallet on July 4th. This followed the earlier release of the same amount just three days prior. Notably, 400 million XRP from the first tranche was immediately re-locked into escrow.
With the latest move, Ripple has officially completed its July 1 billion token unlock, though the manner of execution is highly atypical. Normally, Ripple unlocks a full 1 billion XRP at once and re-locks unused tokens — often around 800 million XRP. This time, the process was broken into parts.

📉 Price and Volume Drop, Yet Monthly Trend Remains Upward
Despite the movement, XRP's price dropped 2.78% in the last 24 hours, while trading volume plummeted by 28% to around $3.12 billion. However, on a monthly basis, XRP still recorded a 6% gain, suggesting ongoing market interest.

💼 Ripple Shifts Its XRP Reserve Strategy
Ripple currently holds about 36.4 billion XRP in escrow and approximately 5 billion XRP in liquid reserves. Since March, the company has moved away from fixed monthly unlocks and re-locks, favoring a more agile strategy responsive to real-time market demand and internal liquidity needs.
The latest July re-lock adds to the intrigue — while Ripple originally re-locked 400 million tokens, the total re-locked amount has since increased to 700 million XRP, signaling a change in pattern.

🏛️ Is the U.S. Treasury Eyeing XRP Reserves?
Rumors are swirling that the U.S. Department of the Treasury may be interested in Ripple's XRP reserves. Although lawyer Bill Morgan has dismissed these claims, recent actions by Ripple — including its application for a U.S. national banking charter and a Federal Reserve master account via its subsidiary Standard Custody — are fueling speculation.

With its RLUSD stablecoin initiative and deeper ties to federal banking infrastructure, Ripple may be positioning itself as a key player in the next-generation financial system — potentially even one backed or utilized by government entities.

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The frog-themed memecoin PEPE has dropped nearly 6% in the last 24 hours, shaken by Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs, which rattled crypto markets and underscored the token’s volatility.

🔹 Market Anxiety Rises, But Whales Stay Active
Despite the price decline, analytics firm Nansen reports that whales – large holders – have been increasing their PEPE holdings. Over the past month, whale wallets accumulated over 5% more PEPE, now holding over 70% of the total supply, worth approximately $3 billion.
Additionally, the supply of PEPE on exchanges has dropped to a two-year low of 247.2 trillion tokens — a 3% decrease since the start of July — suggesting investors are moving their holdings off exchanges, possibly for long-term storage.

📊 Technical Analysis: Sell-Off or Opportunity?
PEPE recently tested the resistance level near $0.0000106, but strong selling pressure pushed the price back down. Support formed around the $0.00000965 level, which has so far prevented a deeper decline.
The charts show a descending channel pattern, where each short-lived price rally has met with selling. Volume data suggests a distribution phase, with traders taking profits rather than building new long positions.
Still, a spike in buying interest and a minor bounce from recent lows hint at short-term rebound potential, especially if overall market sentiment improves.

🔮 What’s Next?
🔹 If PEPE holds key support and the market stabilizes, a technical rebound could follow.

🔹 Whale activity suggests continued confidence among major investors.

🔹 A shrinking exchange supply may support a bullish price move if demand returns.

📌 60-Second Summary:
PEPE is facing short-term selling pressure, but data shows whale accumulation, shrinking exchange supply, and technical levels hinting at a potential turnaround. Whether PEPE bounces back depends on broader market sentiment.

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A prominent figure in the XRP community, Edoardo Farina, has once again stirred the conversation around the resilience and vision of XRP holders. Farina – founder of Alpha Lions Academy and head of adoption strategy at XRPHealthcare – recently stated that members of the XRP community deserve prosperity for their courage to speak the truth even when it meant going against the grain.

“We spoke the truth when others stayed silent,” says Farina
In his statement, Farina emphasized that many in the XRP community were among the first to speak out about critical developments and market trends that were later validated. They spoke up, stood their ground, and were often proven right.
He pointed specifically to the prolonged legal battle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has been ongoing since December 2020. During this time, XRP’s price hovered around $0.50, yet the community held firm in its belief that the outcome would be favorable. In 2023, Judge Analisa Torres ruled that XRP is not a security, confirming what XRP supporters had long argued.

Ripple becoming a bank? A prediction turning into reality
Another example of the community’s foresight is Ripple’s application for a banking license in the U.S. When XRP advocates first claimed Ripple was positioning itself to become a bank, many dismissed it as far-fetched.
Today, that prediction is materializing—Ripple, through its subsidiary Standard Custody, has applied for a master account with the Federal Reserve for its RLUSD stablecoin. It has also announced its intent to obtain a full banking license. This direction was supported by U.S. politician Greg Kidd just last year.

XRP breaks the $2 barrier – the community celebrates
For years, XRP’s price remained stuck between $0.50 and $0.60, and community believers were often ridiculed for their optimism. But once again, patience paid off—XRP broke above the $2 mark in November 2024, just as many had predicted.
Now, the community sets its sights on even bolder scenarios:

🔹 XRP capturing a share of daily SWIFT transaction volume

🔹 XRPL becoming a key platform for asset tokenization

🔹 XRP reaching a double-digit price
While these visions may seem ambitious, just like in the past, the XRP community believes they are standing on the right side of history.

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Thousands of FTX users hoping for reimbursement now find themselves in a legal gray area. FTX Recovery Trust has announced the suspension of payouts to creditors in 49 jurisdictions where cryptocurrency activity is restricted or outright banned.
According to a court filing dated July 2, affected countries include China, Nigeria, Fiji, Andorra, and Zimbabwe. While only 5% of approved claims come from these regions, a staggering 82% of the frozen funds originate from China alone.

🔒 “Hold and Review” – FTX Plays It Safe
The company has implemented a "Hold and Review" process that automatically marks claims from these countries as "disputed." Payouts will only be released if legal counsel confirms they don’t violate local laws. Affected creditors will receive a “Restricted Jurisdiction Notice” explaining the reasons for the block and giving them at least 45 days to file an objection.
However, the move has sparked criticism – particularly from users who have since moved to crypto-friendly countries yet remain unable to access their claims.

⚔️ Legal Pushback: Chinese Creditors Prepare to Fight
A Chinese creditor using the handle Will的折腾纪 (@zhetengji) revealed he is launching legal action against FTX. He argues that the freeze is unjustified, as Chinese law does not prohibit holding crypto or USD assets abroad. Since FTX pays out claims in U.S. dollars, he questions why bank transfers are not allowed. He urges other affected users to join him in challenging the decision.

📉 Disputed Claims Shrink – But Billions Still Frozen
FTX also provided a positive update: the total value of disputed claims has dropped from $6.5 billion to $4.6 billion. About $1.8 billion in previously disputed claims have been approved, with another $2.7 billion expected to be greenlit soon.
Still, the uncertainty remains: until legal clarity is reached in all affected jurisdictions, billions of dollars will remain in limbo – leaving thousands of creditors waiting.

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Bitcoin has been showing strong signs of recovery in recent days, and according to several analysts, it could soon surpass the $120,000 mark. Supporting evidence for this bullish outlook is mounting — from technical breakouts to significant whale accumulation and massive ETF inflows.

🔹 BTC is gaining again – currently trading at $108,853, up 0.5% over the past 24 hours. If key support levels hold, the market may be on the verge of another powerful upward move.

Technical Analysis: Bitcoin Breaks Out of Triangle – A Bullish Signal
Crypto analyst Lark Davis pointed out on Twitter that Bitcoin has broken through a descending trendline. His chart shows a symmetrical triangle breakout, a pattern often followed by strong price surges.
🔹 The MACD histogram has turned green, and the MACD line has crossed the signal line – both strong indicators of bullish momentum.
In addition, the 20-day, 50-day, and 200-day exponential moving averages are currently below the breakout level, reinforcing the bullish structure.

Elliott Wave Theory Confirms the Bull Case
Analyst Garrett Patten added his own perspective based on Elliott Wave theory, identifying a pattern that could trigger a powerful third wave of growth.
If Bitcoin maintains its support zone between $107,100 and $108,300, his chart predicts a surge to $116,400, supported by Fibonacci extensions and bullish MACD and RSI signals.
The third wave is typically the strongest of the Elliott sequence – increasing the probability of a rapid upward move.

On-Chain Data: Whales Are Accumulating
According to the latest Glassnode data, there has been a 3% weekly increase in wallets holding over 1,000 BTC – the most significant rise in institutional accumulation since early 2024.
This suggests that major investors continue to have long-term confidence in Bitcoin’s value.

Institutional Inflows: $600 Million into Bitcoin ETFs
Institutional appetite is also evident in the ETF market. Giants like BlackRock and Fidelity recently purchased over $460 million worth of Bitcoin, pushing net ETF inflows above $600 million.
Bitcoin even briefly broke through the $110,000 mark, fueling further demand.

Political Momentum: Trump’s Team Hints at a $20 Trillion Market
Bo Hines, Executive Director of Trump’s office, recently suggested that stablecoin legislation could boost the overall crypto market capitalization to $15–20 trillion.
Considering the current cap is about $2.16 trillion, this would require Bitcoin to grow by nearly 600%.
If Trump’s administration continues to support crypto and regulatory clarity improves, Bitcoin could reach new all-time highs, possibly surpassing the $111,970 peak recorded on May 22.

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The legal saga surrounding the cryptocurrency XRP is entering a new phase. Former SEC attorney Marc Fagel has confirmed that U.S. District Judge Analisa Torres is no longer involved in the high-profile case. Once both Ripple and the SEC officially withdraw their appeals, her ruling will take full legal effect and the case will proceed without her further involvement.

🧑‍⚖️ Judge Torres Steps Out of the Spotlight
On X (formerly Twitter), Marc Fagel clarified that Judge Torres’s role in the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit has ended—provided that both parties drop their appeals. While Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has publicly expressed intentions to drop the appeal, Fagel noted that no formal action has been taken yet:
“Neither side has formally withdrawn the appeal. But it’s pretty clear they will. Once that happens, the district court ruling becomes final.”
This effectively ends Judge Torres’s involvement. No further approvals from her will be required moving forward.

🔍 SEC’s Closed-Door Meeting Sparks Speculation
Investor excitement surged after the SEC scheduled a closed-door meeting for July 3. The XRP community quickly began speculating about a possible settlement. However, Fagel dismissed these rumors:
“Highly unlikely. These meetings are routine, and the agenda was set well before the latest court ruling. It typically takes weeks for such matters to be added to the SEC's voting docket.”
While intervention is technically possible, Fagel suggests it would be highly unusual—though not impossible—especially if the SEC had already voted to dismiss the appeal in a previous session.

⏳ What Lies Ahead for Ripple?
Fagel believes the formal conclusion of the case could take weeks—or even longer. Still, he acknowledged that the process could be expedited if both parties are aligned and ready to settle.
One thing is certain: Judge Torres’s role is officially over, and Ripple now stands at a critical juncture that could significantly impact the future of XRP and the broader crypto regulatory landscape in the United States.

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The U.S. House of Representatives has officially passed President Donald Trump’s ambitious legislative package known as the “One Big Beautiful Law.” This sweeping proposal combines several of Trump’s key priorities — from permanent tax cuts to increased border security — and is aimed at fulfilling long-standing Republican policy goals.

✅ What Does the Bill Include?
🔹 Permanently enshrining Trump’s 2017 tax cuts

🔹 Eliminating income tax on tips and overtime pay

🔹 Increasing funding for immigration control and building the border wall

🔹 Rolling back climate incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act
Trump called the bill a turning point for the country, claiming it would “get America back on its feet.” According to him, the legislation will revitalize the economy, strengthen national security, and unleash American energy.

🗳 The Vote in Congress
The bill passed the House on May 22 by a narrow margin of 218 to 214. Only two Republicans opposed it — Thomas Massie, a fiscal conservative from Kentucky, and Brian Fitzpatrick, a known Trump critic. After adjustments were made in the Senate to ensure a simple majority, the bill was sent back to the House for a final vote. It is now awaiting Trump’s signature, scheduled for Friday at midnight, according to the White House.

📉 Economic Impact: Boon or Burden?
Bernard Yaros, lead U.S. economist at Oxford Economics, predicts the bill will boost consumer spending in the short term, especially by cutting taxes on tips, overtime, car loan interest, and expanding state and local deductions. However, he warns that in the long term, these individual tax cuts will push prices higher and bring only limited GDP growth — about 0.1% by 2030.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) also raised concerns. Spokeswoman Julie Kozack said the bill runs counter to medium-term debt reduction goals and could make it harder for the U.S. to manage its budget. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the bill could add $3.3 trillion to the deficit over the next several years.

🧾 Pushback from Small Business Advocates
The Main Street Alliance, which represents over 30,000 small businesses in the U.S., criticized the bill, calling it a “big, ugly law” that favors billionaires and monopolies at the expense of working families. “This legislation abandons the promise of freedom and fairness,” the group stated in a public response.

📌 In Summary
Trump’s "Big Beautiful Law" is a bold legislative move with the potential to jumpstart the U.S. economy — at least in the near term. But its long-term effects remain controversial, especially as deficits rise and social safety net programs are reduced. While the White House celebrates a political win, economists and voters are still weighing the consequences.

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Today brought extreme tension to the crypto market. On the derivatives exchange Deribit, Bitcoin and Ethereum options contracts worth over $3.6 billion are set to expire, potentially triggering significant price swings and heightened volatility.

📉 What’s Happening Right Now?
🔹 Bitcoin (BTC) has recently surged from $105,000 to approximately $109,000.

🔹 On July 4th, BTC options worth $3 billion and ETH options worth $612 million are expiring.
These expirations are crucial as the market approaches the so-called "maximum pain point"—the price level where the most options expire worthless, causing the highest losses to option holders.
BTC max pain: $106,000ETH max pain: $2,500
There are growing concerns that prices may be pushed toward these levels as part of strategic positioning, creating potential manipulation risks.

🔍 Put/Call Ratio: What Is the Market Signaling?
The put/call ratio measures market sentiment:
BTC put/call ratio = 1.05 → Neutral marketETH put/call ratio = 1.24 → Bearish trend
A value near 1 indicates a balanced market. Ethereum’s higher ratio suggests bearish expectations and increased hedging activity.

📊 What Comes Next?
The impact of today’s expirations on BTC and ETH prices will unfold in the coming hours. Events of this scale often spark increased volatility and may serve as catalysts for stronger price movements in either direction.
Although the data hints at downward pressure, BTC currently trades above the $109,000 level, which is higher than the max pain price. A drop could reward short sellers, while a further increase might trigger a short squeeze, forcing them to buy back into the market rapidly.

Conclusion:

Today could be pivotal for Bitcoin and Ethereum. We are watching closely and urge traders to remain cautious. This isn’t just another Friday—today, billions are at stake.

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Although the highly anticipated federal budget proposal by President Donald Trump did not include any mention of cryptocurrencies, financial markets are responding with optimism. Investors believe that massive fiscal spending could still benefit digital assets.
The budget proposal, nicknamed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” passed the U.S. House of Representatives on July 3 by a narrow 218–214 vote. Only two Republican lawmakers voted against it: fiscal conservative Thomas Massie and Trump critic Brian Fitzpatrick.

📉 What the Budget Covers – and What It Doesn’t

The sweeping plan lowers taxes, reduces social programs like Medicaid, and introduces changes to immigration policy. Despite its wide scope, the legislation did not address the crypto sector—even though some lawmakers pushed for it.
One such attempt came from Senator Cynthia Lummis, who introduced several amendments aimed at clarifying tax rules for crypto mining and staking. However, none were included in the final bill. Interestingly, on the same day the budget passed, Lummis introduced a separate bill focused solely on crypto taxation.

📈 Bitcoin Rises Despite Being Overlooked

While the crypto industry may be disappointed by the lack of direct legislative support, the market reacted positively. Bitcoin climbed toward the $110,000 level, and the total crypto market cap increased by 0.3%.
The upbeat sentiment likely stems from expectations of increased liquidity in the financial system. Economists predict that the combination of lower taxes and higher government spending could raise U.S. national debt by up to $4 trillion over the next decade.

💡 Liquidity as a Growth Catalyst

An influx of capital from public spending often boosts financial markets, benefiting both stocks and digital assets. Even though the bill does not directly address cryptocurrencies, its macroeconomic effects could still provide support for crypto market growth.
As lawmakers prepare for future decisions on crypto regulation, investors are now closely watching how this fiscal expansion will influence risk appetite and capital allocation in the digital economy.

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In a rare and inspiring turn of events, a solo Bitcoin miner has defied the odds and successfully mined an entire block, earning a reward of over $349,000—despite having only a 0.004% chance of success.

🧱 Block 903883: A True Crypto Jackpot
The miner managed to solve block 903883 independently, securing a total reward of 3.173 BTC. At the current Bitcoin price of around $108,400, this translated into a $349,028 payout. The feat was achieved using CKpool, a platform tailored for solo miners without major computational resources.

💡 Computing Power vs. Mining Giants
To have even a remote shot at mining a block alone, the miner would need a hash rate of 166 PH/s, which is equivalent to operating approximately 500 Antminer S21 Hydro units. Such an operation would typically require a multi-million dollar investment, along with steep electricity costs. Yet, the solo miner beat massive mining farms and corporate pools to the prize.

🔁 Not the First Time
This isn't the first instance of a solo miner striking gold. Back in June 2025, another individual mined block 899826, earning over $330,000. A few months earlier in February, a similar feat with block 883181 brought in nearly $300,000.

🪙 A Spark of Hope for Individuals
A similar underdog story comes from an investor known as JohnGalt, who bought a Bitcoin Gold bar in 2012 for $500. This year, he cashed it in for a staggering $10 million, as the price of Bitcoin soared from just a few dollars to six-digit levels.

📈 A Bullish Market Sentiment
This success story emerges as the crypto market shows signs of recovery, supported by new legislative proposals from the Trump administration and improving macroeconomic sentiment. The rise in solo mining success and HODLing behavior indicates a strong and motivated crypto community—even in a market dominated by whales and mining giants.

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🔹 From the Satoshi Era to Today: One of the oldest Bitcoin holders has awakened. After more than 14 years of inactivity, the whale moved 20,000 BTC worth over $2.1 billion.

🔹 Market Speculates: The move has raised questions among investors — is this just a wallet reorganization or the beginning of a massive sell-off?

💼 Whale from 2011: 140,000x Return on Investment
According to blockchain data, the dormant wallet originally received its BTC on April 3, 2011, when the price of Bitcoin was just $0.78. The original $7,805 investment has now grown to more than $2.1 billion.
The address NY8gD… transferred 10,000 BTC to TSmxj… and another 10,000 BTC to ECyqH… within a short timeframe. This rapid, synchronized activity sparked speculation about a coordinated strategy or planned liquidation.

📈 Long-Term Holders Remain Unshaken
Despite whale movements, analysts point to the resilience of long-term investors. According to Glassnode data, so-called "diamond hands" currently hold a record 14.7 million BTC. Most of these coins were purchased at or above the $100,000 mark, indicating strong confidence in future price appreciation.

💸 ETF Inflows Continue, BlackRock and Fidelity Accumulate
While old wallets move, institutional players are ramping up their exposure:
🔹 On July 3rd, spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded net inflows of $601 million

🔹 Fidelity's FBTC led with $237 million

🔹 BlackRock's IBIT followed with $222 million
BlackRock’s IBIT has now surpassed 700,000 BTC under management, ranking among the top three most profitable funds in its ETF portfolio.

Summary
The reactivation of a Satoshi-era whale drew attention, but the broader market remains calm. Long-term holders are steady, ETF inflows remain strong, and BTC is hovering near $109,000. Rather than panic, this may be another sign of Bitcoin’s growing market maturity.

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In a significant step toward embracing the digital economy, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has introduced a standalone bill aimed at reforming the tax treatment of cryptocurrencies. The legislation seeks to eliminate double taxation and provide a clear legal framework for crypto staking, mining, and lending activities.

🔹 Tax Exemptions for Everyday Transactions:

The proposed bill introduces capital gains tax exemptions for crypto transactions under $300, with an annual cap of $5,000. This move aims to facilitate daily crypto usage and reduce bureaucratic burdens for ordinary users.

🔹 Support for Charitable Donations:

Lummis also wants to simplify crypto donations. Her bill proposes tax exemptions for lending contracts and digital assets used in charitable giving — particularly for tokens with clearly identifiable market value due to active trading.

🔹 Taxation Upon Sale of Staked or Mined Assets Only:

The bill stipulates that mining and staking rewards will not be taxed upon receipt but only when sold or disposed of. These rewards would be treated as ordinary income, helping prevent liquidity issues from taxing unsold assets.

🔹 Mark-to-Market Option for Traders:

Lummis proposes allowing digital asset traders to elect mark-to-market accounting, similar to stock and commodity traders. This would remove unfair tax discrimination between asset types and better reflect economic activity.

🔹 Estimated Budget Impact:

According to the Joint Committee on Taxation, the bill could bring a net fiscal gain of approximately $600 million between 2025 and 2034.

Higher Chances of Passage Than Ever Before
Senator Lummis hopes her bill — backed by crypto advocates and some senators — will smoothly make its way to President Trump’s desk. With the current administration being more crypto-friendly, this initiative stands as one of the most promising efforts to modernize crypto legislation in the U.S.
Lummis has long been a pro-crypto voice in the Senate. Earlier this year, she was appointed Chair of the Senate Banking Subcommittee on Digital Assets. She’s also a prominent supporter of creating a U.S. Bitcoin reserve under the Treasury Department.

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📌 Summary:

🔹 Nano Labs acquires 74,315 BNB tokens worth $50 million in an OTC deal

🔹 The purchase is part of a broader plan to accumulate up to $1 billion worth of BNB

🔹 The company aims to hold 5–10% of BNB’s circulating supply

🔹 BNB price strengthens following the acquisition, breaking above key technical levels

Nano Labs, a Nasdaq-listed chipmaker, has kicked off an ambitious accumulation strategy for Binance Coin (BNB), announcing the purchase of 74,315 tokens via an over-the-counter transaction worth $50 million. The tokens were acquired at an average price of $672.45 each.
This move is part of a larger plan to accumulate up to $1 billion worth of BNB, with funding coming from interest-free convertible bonds and private placements. The company's goal is to hold 5–10% of BNB's total circulating supply.

From Bitcoin to BNB: A New Financial Approach
Unlike most corporations that store reserves in Bitcoin or Ethereum, Nano Labs has made a strategic shift toward BNB, becoming the first publicly traded U.S. company to adopt Binance Coin as its primary treasury asset.
Nano Labs already holds an estimated $160 million in digital assets, split between BTC and BNB. The company also disclosed previously unreported 400 BTC worth $40 million, acquired earlier.

Strategic Accumulation Amid Financial Challenges
Despite revenue challenges—$2.2 million in revenue in H2 2024, down 39% year-over-year—Nano Labs sees its BNB strategy as a tool for financial stabilization and growth. Operating losses totaled $8.4 million, but were partially offset by a 62% reduction in R&D spending.
The firm raised 600 BTC ($63.6M) in its first convertible bond issuance, part of which has already been allocated to BNB. Future BNB acquisitions will be backed by additional zero-interest debt instruments, payable in either fiat or crypto.

Market Reaction: BNB Gaining Strength
Following the purchase, BNB price has seen upward movement, breaking out of its recent narrow consolidation range of $640–$650. As of publication, BNB trades at around $657, with technical indicators showing bullish momentum.
The token has broken past its 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day moving averages, and the RSI surged to 55.48, suggesting a modest bullish trend. According to chart analyst "The Boss", a breakout from a weekly ascending parallel channel could push BNB toward $900.

While BNB has gained 18% since the start of the year, it still trails behind competitors like Cardano (+45%) and Tron (+121%). However, growing institutional interest may close this gap soon. Former Coral Capital leaders are reportedly preparing a $100 million investment round for a Nasdaq-listed ETF focused on BNB treasury building—echoing Nano Labs' strategy.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has once again tightened the screws on Iran’s economy. As part of his “maximum pressure” policy, he announced new sanctions on Thursday targeting companies and tankers allegedly helping Iran bypass global restrictions on oil sales. At the same time, he signed a controversial bill that ends tax breaks for solar and wind power and shifts support toward oil and gas industries.

Fake Identities, Forged Documents, and Smuggled Iranian Oil
The U.S. Treasury Department identified dozens of companies and vessels accused of concealing the origins of Iranian oil — disguised as Iraqi — and selling it to Western buyers using falsified documents. Sanctions hit individuals like Salim Ahmed Said, a dual Iraqi-British citizen, who reportedly operated a network of firms used to transport and distribute sanctioned Iranian oil.
Investigations revealed that some proceeds flowed to Iran’s Quds Force, the elite unit of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), designated by the U.S. as a terrorist organization.

Ships Disabled GPS and Falsified Manifests
The sanctions list also includes six companies operating tankers involved in loading Iranian oil and disguising its origin. Some vessels were found to have turned off tracking systems, transferred cargo mid-sea, and used falsified documentation to avoid detection.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated: “Our goal is to disrupt Tehran’s access to funds that fuel its destabilizing activities. We will intensify the economic pressure.”

Iranian Oil Still Flows, but Trump Hints at Possible Relief
Despite sanctions, Iran’s oil output remains stable, with China continuing to be a key buyer. While Trump has not lifted any restrictions, he hinted at a potential opening. Following recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear targets — which he claimed had “completely dismantled” the program — he stated that if Iran proves peaceful, “we are open to broader cooperation.” However, no clear conditions were specified.

Trump’s “Beautiful Bill” Favors Fossil Fuels
That same day, Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping legislative shift in U.S. energy policy. The law eliminates federal tax credits for solar and wind power — which had been instrumental in growing the sector — and boosts oil, gas, coal, and nuclear investments.
Trump defended the bill, saying he doesn’t want “windmills ruining our homes” or “solar farms stretching for miles and covering half a mountain that looks ugly as hell.” He emphasized a return to “real energy.”

Oil and Coal Win Big: More Drilling, Lower Fees, Federal Land Access
The bill includes:
🔹 30 new oil lease auctions annually in the Gulf of Mexico

🔹 Expanded drilling in nine additional states and Alaska

🔹 Reduced royalty fees for energy companies on federal land

🔹 Increased tax credits for carbon capture projects

🔹 Boosts for metallurgical coal production used in steelmaking
It also extends hydrogen fuel tax credits through 2028 — a major win for companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil, which are investing heavily in hydrogen infrastructure.

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📈 On June 5, crypto firm Circle made a dramatic debut on the NASDAQ, reigniting interest in initial public offerings (IPOs) after a multi-year freeze. Backed by Accel, Breyer Capital, and General Catalyst, Circle’s stock soared over 500%, propelling its market cap to $42 billion. This explosive rally brought long-dormant IPO ambitions back to life.
✅ The catalyst behind the surge was the passing of the GENIUS Act, a new federal law that provided clear regulatory guidelines for dollar-pegged stablecoins. This clarity boosted investor confidence, and the value of the stakes held by Accel, Breyer, and General Catalyst now exceeds $8 billion.

💰 VC Investors Finally See the Light – IPO Drought Eases
Since early 2022, tech IPOs had essentially vanished. Skyrocketing inflation, interest rate hikes, and regulatory uncertainty froze the market. But Circle’s IPO appears to be a turning point. In June 2025 alone, five tech firms went public – more than double the monthly pace since January.
Another standout was AI infrastructure company CoreWeave, which saw its stock jump 170% in May and another 47% in June after a slow debut in March.

📊 IPO Momentum Builds as Big Names Stay Private
While some smaller players like Hinge Health, Omada Health, Etoro, and Chime Financial have gone public, none have matched Circle’s scale or speed. Omada’s shares even dropped below their IPO price.
Meanwhile, tech giants like SpaceX, Stripe, Databricks, OpenAI, and Anthropic remain private. Still, venture capital firms report that many more companies are quietly preparing to go public.

🔍 Secondary Sales, Strategic Deals, and Hope for Change
Some VCs are cashing out via secondary sales—offloading shares to new investors ahead of IPOs. Others are pursuing strategic deals. One example: In June, Meta spent $14 billion for a 49% stake in Scale AI, securing key talent including founder Alexander Wang.
Accel, which led Scale’s Series A in 2017, may earn over $2.5 billion. Index Ventures and Founders Fund also invested early and stand to profit significantly.
VCs like Rick Heitzmann from FirstMark Capital remain cautiously optimistic. “The IPO window is opening, and we’re preparing companies for the next wave,” he said.

📉 Some IPOs Still Delayed
Companies like Klarna and StubHub postponed their IPOs in April amid concerns over tariffs and global risks. The Fed has yet to commit to rate cuts, and while the SEC is reportedly discussing easing IPO rules with U.S. exchanges, no official changes have been announced.

💡 Summary
Circle’s IPO reignited the market, signaling a potential revival for tech public offerings. After years of stagnation, a light is emerging at the end of the tunnel—and that light is the blazing ascent of a crypto company. Circle may be just the beginning of a fresh IPO boom.

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JPMorgan has surprised the crypto community with a new projection that significantly lowers expectations for stablecoin growth. According to the bank, the stablecoin market will only reach $500 billion by 2028 — a stark contrast to previous forecasts like Standard Chartered’s $2 trillion projection.

🔹 Limited Real-World Use of Stablecoins

JPMorgan’s research reveals that just 6% of stablecoin usage is related to real-world payments. The majority — about 88% — is tied to trading, DeFi activities, and crypto treasury functions. This indicates stablecoins have yet to become widely adopted in everyday financial transactions.

🔹 GENIUS Act Could Shift the Landscape

There are, however, signs of change. The recently passed GENIUS Act in the U.S. Senate could offer much-needed regulatory clarity, potentially attracting new investors and encouraging broader adoption.

🔹 Stablecoins Face Growing Competition from CBDCs

Stablecoin adoption is facing headwinds as governments push forward with their own digital currencies (CBDCs). China is aggressively promoting the digital yuan globally, while the ECB and Israel are advancing their digital euro and digital shekel initiatives. Meanwhile, Russia plans to mandate digital ruble payments for larger firms by 2027.

🔹 Room for Growth Exists, But Hurdles Remain

JPMorgan highlights that lower yields, costly fiat conversions, and a lack of consumer-facing benefits continue to limit stablecoins’ mainstream appeal. These barriers must be overcome for the market to realize its full potential.
Despite the conservative forecast, many in the industry remain hopeful that regulation and financial innovation could reshape the future of digital assets.

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According to former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes, stablecoins issued by major U.S. banks could unlock as much as $6.8 trillion for purchasing U.S. government debt. This scenario is unfolding with the arrival of the new Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, whose plan is simple: turn "too big to fail" (TBTF) banks into stablecoin engines to cover growing federal funding needs.

🔹 Stablecoins as a New Liquidity Weapon

Hayes argues that banks like JPMorgan are preparing to launch their own blockchain-based digital dollars — such as JPMD — operating on public chains like Base. These stablecoins would absorb client deposits and convert them into demand for U.S. Treasury bills. This setup would not only streamline financial flows but also create a new wave of demand for government debt.

🔹 Efficiency, Savings, and Full Control

Stablecoins would allow banks to slash operating costs — especially compliance — while transitioning to AI-driven systems. With all transactions visible on-chain, compliance becomes code, and Hayes estimates this shift could save banks up to $20 billion annually. JPMorgan already has the infrastructure in place.

🔹 GENIUS Act: Endgame for FinTechs

The introduction of the GENIUS Act, according to Hayes, clears the path for banks by prohibiting tech firms like Circle or Meta from issuing stablecoins or offering yield-bearing products. FinTech companies are thus locked out of a sector with trillions in deposits now shifting into digital form.

🔹 Massive Upside for Bank Stocks?

If banks succeed in transforming deposits into stablecoins and channeling them into Treasuries, their profitability could surge. Hayes predicts a potential 184% increase in the market cap of the eight largest U.S. banks — a $3.91 trillion gain. He recommends long positions in a basket of TBTF banks.

🔹 Eliminating Reserve Interest: Another $3.3 Trillion in Play

Another bold step would be ending interest payments on reserves (IORB), which the Fed currently pays banks. This would free another $3.3 trillion that could be funneled into Treasuries. Hayes cites Senator Ted Cruz, who is advocating legislation to abolish IORB, arguing that banks would be forced to replace lost income by buying government bonds.

🔹 $10.1 Trillion in Potential Treasury Demand

Together, bank-issued stablecoins and the end of IORB could open up $10.1 trillion in demand for U.S. government debt. Hayes notes this dwarfs the $2.5 trillion liquidity injection by former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in 2022, and could allow new debt financing without triggering a bond market crisis.

However, Hayes warns that this strategy has a dark side. In his words, it's “debt monetization dressed in Ethereum chic.” He cautions that anyone waiting for the Fed to resume quantitative easing or slash rates is mistaken. “Some of you are still waiting for monetary Godot,” he wrote. “It’s not happening.” Unless a major war or banking collapse occurs, the Treasury — not the Fed — will be the one managing liquidity.

He concludes with a strong message to investors: stop betting on Circle and start buying Bitcoin and TBTF banks. “The stablecoin Trojan Horse is already inside the fortress,” he wrote. “And when it opens, it’s not filled with libertarian dreams — it’s packed with liquidity buying Treasuries, keeping stocks inflated, deficits funded, and boomers calm.”

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Dogecoin (DOGE) is riding a strong wave of bullish momentum that could push its price up to $0.20. A golden cross on the hourly chart, combined with rising optimism from traders on Binance — where two-thirds are betting on a rally — is fueling the surge.

🔹 Golden Cross Signals Bullish Trend
A golden cross has formed on Dogecoin’s hourly chart — a bullish technical pattern where a short-term moving average crosses above a long-term one. This signal typically marks the start of a strong uptrend. On July 3, DOGE jumped 8% and was trading at $0.174 at the time of writing.
Trading volume soared by 142% to $1.57 billion, showing growing interest in the leading meme coin.

🔹 History Suggests a Repeat Rally
A similar golden cross formed on the chart last month, leading to a surge from $0.18 to $0.20. Now, with a bullish pattern reemerging, the market is speculating whether this scenario could repeat itself.
In addition, a bullish flag pattern is forming — a continuation signal that, if DOGE breaks above the upper trendline, could trigger a 12% rally toward the $0.20 resistance level.

🔹 Technical Indicators Support Bullish Outlook
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) currently sits at 56, indicating growing buying momentum. Market optimism is further reinforced by recent analysis suggesting DOGE could surge by as much as 125%, even amid tensions between Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
If Dogecoin manages to breach the $0.20 mark, the next technical target could be $0.375.

🔹 Binance Traders Lean Bullish
On Binance, 66% of traders are holding long positions on DOGE, while only 33% are shorting it. Open interest (OI) has jumped 13% over the past 24 hours, reaching $2.92 billion — another sign that confidence in Dogecoin’s upside is growing.
A market dominated by long positions generally suggests widespread belief in continued price increases — and that’s exactly what’s playing out for DOGE right now.

Summary
Dogecoin is showing strong bullish signals. The golden cross, increasing volume, trader confidence, and supportive technical indicators all suggest that the leading meme coin could soon hit $0.20. If it breaks through that resistance, the door opens for even higher targets.

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XRP is experiencing a surge in investor interest. Open interest in the market has reached $4.61 billion, while the odds of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) approval have jumped to 87%. However, this optimism is tempered by delays surrounding the Grayscale ETF approval process.

🔹 Record Open Interest and Rising Trading Volume
According to data from Coinglass, XRP's open interest rose nearly 3% to $4.61 billion in the past 24 hours. At the same time, trading volume jumped over 8% to $7.73 billion. This increased activity signals that investors expect XRP prices to rise – not just due to market momentum, but also because of Ripple’s progress in obtaining banking licenses.

🔹 ETF Odds Improve – With a Catch
The likelihood of XRP ETF approval has climbed to 87%, a 16% increase. Still, the chances of approval by July 31, 2025, have dropped to just 14%. This drop is largely due to the freeze on the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund ETF, which was set to include XRP alongside BTC, ETH, SOL, and ADA.
Although initially approved by SEC staff, the ETF was later blocked by SEC commissioners under Rule 431(e), without providing clear reasoning. This move has raised doubts about how XRP will be handled in future ETF products.

🔹 Solana's Success Boosts Confidence in XRP
While XRP faces regulatory uncertainty, another crypto is seeing success – the U.S.-based Solana ETF launched with over $33 million in volume on its first day. That performance has further fueled optimism that ETFs for other cryptos like XRP could be next.

🔹 Investors Bullish – Leveraged ETF and Institutional Interest Growing
Market confidence is also reflected in the number of companies submitting applications for XRP ETFs, including Franklin Templeton, Grayscale, and Tuttle Capital Management, which plans to launch leveraged XRP ETFs on July 16.
Institutional interest in XRP is also on the rise, with nearly $1 billion allocated to XRP as part of sovereign reserves – a move signaling broader mainstream adoption.

🔹 Technical Outlook: Bulls May Still Strike
According to crypto analyst CasiTrades, XRP recently broke the key resistance at $2.25, triggering bullish sentiment. While a pullback to around $2.235 is possible, she identifies this zone as a potential entry point before a rally toward $2.69, especially if ETF momentum continues.

Summary
🔹 XRP is gaining investor traction and ETF speculation

🔹 Open interest has crossed $4.6 billion

🔹 ETF approval odds are high, but July remains uncertain

🔹 Technical setup supports further upside if optimism holds

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