TODAY’s HOT CRYPTO NEWS (August 2, 2025):
1. Crypto Market Dip:
Bitcoin and Ethereum dropped 5–6% as over $700M in long positions were liquidated. This was triggered by macroeconomic uncertainty and large sell-offs by major holders like Arthur Hayes.
2. SEC's “Project Crypto”:
The U.S. SEC launched a new initiative for clear crypto regulation, aiming to simplify licensing for trading, staking, and tokenized assets—potentially a big boost for the U.S. crypto market.
3. Ethereum Outperforming Bitcoin:
ETH surged 54% this month, outpacing BTC due to stablecoin reforms and strong institutional inflows via ETFs.
4. Wall Street Buying Crypto Quietly:
Analyst Tom Lee says institutional investors are accumulating crypto behind the scenes, predicting a strong bull run if the Fed loosens policy.
5. Gate Exchange Enters U.S. Market:
Crypto exchange Gate launched spot trading for U.S. users, signaling increased confidence in U.S. regulations.
