rajend1986

This is quite consequential.

China, Japan, South Korea and the countries of ASEAN just issued a joint statement (asean.org/joint-statemen…) in which they take a unified stance against "escalating trade protectionism", a clear reference to Trump's tariffs.

They write that their common "policy priority" is "to reinforce long-term resilience" of the region, which given the policies they detail clearly means building financial and trade infrastructure that aims at reducing their exposure to the US.

The statement outlines a comprehensive strategy to strengthen trade between the signatories, enhance local currency bond markets and reduce dependence on Western financial institutions (via, for instance, the expansion of the Chiang Mai Initiative Multilateralisation, CMIM).

Particularly notable is their explicit support for the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) - the world's largest trade agreement that includes all the signatories but not the US.

All in all, Trump is achieving the unthinkable: bringing East and Southeast Asia together in an economic bloc that seeks to derisk itself from America.

America is the Schelling point of global finance.

We have the world’s reserve currency, the deepest and most liquid markets, and the strongest property rights.

The US is the premier destination for international capital. But we want to make it even more appealing.

America's financial dominance isn't accidental—it's built on decades of structural advantage now being turbocharged by decisive policy shifts. The Global Investment in American Jobs Act (H.R.1679) exemplifies this push, targeting strategic sectors like AI/semiconductors while blocking CCP-linked exploitation. With $165B in verified savings from canceled contracts/grants (DOGE May 2025 data), we're cutting bureaucratic fat that once repelled capital.

The UAE's $1.4T commitment proves global investors recognize restored fiscal discipline. Liquidity matters, but real appeal comes from crushing the regulatory state that Biden's admin weaponized against domestic energy/tech.

Deep markets mean nothing without deep accountability - that's why 75+ nations now engage under our recalibrated tariff framework to force fair terms.

‼️HOW ISO 20022 IS FORCING BANKS TO MODERNIZE WITH DLT‼️

Many banks are struggling to keep up with the rapid changes in the payments landscape due to outdated legacy systems.

These systems, often over 20 years old and lacking proper documentation, create significant challenges for banks. As Walder explains, “Legacy is always an issue if you are a large company.”🎯

Despite the difficulties, there are still voices within banks claiming, “My system is working well, there’s no need to change it now.” However, initiatives like ISO 20022 are pushing banks to confront the reality of their outdated infrastructures.‼️

Banks must choose: continue to patch these old systems or upgrade to modern infrastructure capable of handling the demands of today’s financial ecosystem. 😮‍💨

The arrival of ISO 20022, along with the shift to real-time transactions and Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) is not a coincidence.🙇‍♂️

This is a coordinated shift into a fully digital financial system.🌐

For the first time, DLT is enabling real-time value transfer within ISO 20022 messaging, making it possible to move value efficiently and transparently across networks. This shift is becoming a necessity for banks to remain competitive.☝️

Banks cannot continue relying on outdated systems. They must modernize and adopt DLT to meet the demands of ISO 20022 and stay compliant with evolving regulations.🔑

For investors, this shift presents a unique opportunity.

The future of financial services will be built on platforms that embrace ISO 20022 and DLT, creating a more efficient, transparent, and connected global payments network.🤝

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🔥 BULLISH: The total value of tokenized real-world assets (RWA) has surpassed $22 billion, up 10.25% over the past 30 days.

Ethereum leads with $6.5 billion (+30% in 30 days), followed by ZKsync at $2.2 billion.

While the world tracks $22B in tokenized RWAs, our machines are racking up cycles, collecting cash, and streaming real yield, onchain, every day.

RWAs bring another layer of liquidity to crypto. But they always need to be paired with good risk management in order to stay healthy and true to their tokenized versions

Continuing to push RWA will increase the diversity of asset types in the market, boost liquidity, and make it easier for everyday people to access major assets like real estate

XRP

Ripple’s Strategic Acquisition of Hidden Road Signals Bold Move: $XRP to Power Institutional Settlement in BlackRock’s BUIDL Ecosystem.

🚀 XRPs momentum unstoppable! 💸 Ripple acquires Hidden Road, game-changer! 🤩

🚨NEW: The @SECGov has announced deets for its fourth industry roundtable on tokenization.

The May 12 event will feature two panels with participants from @BlackRock, @FTI_US, @Fidelity @apolloglobal, @Securitize, @RobinhoodApp and more.

Pi Network

Eric Trump, son of Donald Trump, says the current banking system has collapsed, is too slow, and too expensive. Blockchain cryptocurrency is better and the best system for the future of global banking. 😍 #PiNetworkhere 🚀

$SOL

Crypto Market Pullback: SOL/USDT Dips Amid Broader Sell-Off

The cryptocurrency market faced a mild correction today, with Solana (SOL/USDT) trading at $128.34, down 3.6% in the past 24 hours. This decline aligns with the overall market sentiment, as Bitcoin fell below $95,000 and Ethereum showed weakness near the $1,800 level.

Key Highlights:

Support Levels: SOL is testing the $125 support zone. A break below could see it retest the $120 level.

Volume Spike: Despite the drop, trading volume on SOL/USDT has surged, indicating strong investor interest and possible accumulation.

Developer Activity: Solana remains one of the top chains in developer contributions, and optimism persists around upcoming ecosystem projects and DeFi applications.

Outlook: Analysts suggest that if SOL holds above $125 and Bitcoin stabilizes, a bounce back toward the $135–$140 range is likely. Watch for macroeconomic cues and whale movements for further direction.

#MarketPullback The global market capitalization has decreased by 1.58%, settling at approximately $2.93 trillion.

📉 Market Overview

Bitcoin (BTC): Currently trading around $94,031, BTC has dipped below the critical $95,000 support level. Analysts are monitoring the $91,500–$92,000 range as the next potential support zone ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision on May 7.

Ethereum (ETH): ETH is priced at approximately $1,803. Despite the recent decline, increased accumulation by large holders and anticipation of the upcoming Pectra network upgrade suggest a potential rebound towards the $2,000 mark.

Altcoins: Major altcoins such as XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) are experiencing declines ranging from 2% to 4%. XRP, in particular, has fallen below a key support level, indicating intensified downward pressure.

🔍 Contributing Factors

Macroeconomic Concerns: Investor sentiment is cautious due to uncertainties surrounding the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision. A stronger U.S. dollar and inflation fears are also contributing to the market's volatility.

Profit-Taking: After reaching new highs earlier this year, some investors are locking in profits, leading to the current market correction.

Whale Movements: Significant transactions, such as a recent $170 million Bitcoin transfer, have raised questions about potential accumulation or exit strategies by large holders.

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While the current pullback has introduced short-term uncertainty, some analysts view this as a healthy correction within a longer-term bullish trend. Historical patterns suggest that such consolidations can precede further upward movements, especially if key support levels hold and macroeconomic conditions stabilize.

Investors are advised to monitor upcoming economic indicators and market responses closely. As always, conducting thorough research and considering individual risk tolerance is crucial when navigating the cryptocurrency market.

#USStablecoinBill 🇺🇸US Senate Democrats, including crypto supporters, oppose a Republican stablecoin bill, threatening to stall the first US regulatory framework for stablecoins. They demand stronger safeguards for AML, national security, and accountability.

And Now

A statement signed by Senators Raphael Warnock, Catherine Cortez Masto, Ben Ray Luján, John Hickenlooper and Adam Schiff regarding the stable coin bill.

🚨 BREAKING:Pi Network

BNP Paribas has entered into a strategic partnership with Pi Network 😳

- @CoinTribuneFR 👀

If true, this is a major step towards building a bridge between the banking system and blockchain 🧵

#BitcoinReserveDeadline 🚨 NEW: 🇺🇸 Today, May 5, 2025, is the deadline for the Treasury to submit its evaluation on establishing a national Bitcoin Reserve & Digital Asset Stockpile, per President Trump's March 6 EO.

#SaylorBTCPurchase

Michael Saylor’s Strategy just bought 1,895 BTC for $180.3 million at an average of $95,167 per BTC.

Total holdings now: 555,450 BTC

⚡️ JUST IN: Tether CEO @paoloardoino announces upcoming launch of Tether AI.

$USDC

USDC Expands Utility as Market Shows Signs of Stability

The USD Coin (USDC), a leading regulated stablecoin by Circle, is gaining renewed momentum across major exchanges and DeFi protocols. With consistent peg performance and increasing on-chain adoption, USDC is reinforcing its role as a trusted digital dollar.

Recent Highlights:

USDC/USDT pair saw over $500M in trading volume in the past 24 hours on Binance.

Circle is accelerating multi-chain support, recently optimizing USDC liquidity on Base, Solana, and BNB Smart Chain.

Institutions are shifting toward fiat-backed stablecoins like USDC amid global regulatory clarity.

As macroeconomic uncertainty looms, traders are leaning into USDC’s transparency and audited reserves for risk mitigation and seamless cross-border transactions.

What’s next? Watch for upcoming integrations with lending protocols and L2 networks—USDI is positioning itself as the stablecoin backbone of Web3.USDC/USDT Pair Holding Strong Amid Market Volatility

The USDC/USDT trading pair continues to show stability, reflecting strong demand for fiat-backed stablecoins in uncertain market conditions. Over the past 24 hours:

Price: $1.00 (Peg holding steady)

24h Volume: $520M across major exchanges, including Binance and Kraken

Liquidity Depth: High, with tight spreads on centralized and decentralized platforms

Investor Sentiment: Neutral-to-bullish for stablecoins, as traders seek low-volatility assets for hedging

Key Takeaways:

Despite BTC and ETH facing pullbacks, USDC remains fully collateralized and transparent—keeping investors trust high.

More traders are using USDC for on-chain settlements, yield farming, and as a quote asset in DeFi.

Watch for upcoming Fed rate signals—these may influence capital flow into stablecoin pairs like USDC/USDT.

Pi Network ... Pioneers

Have you wondered why it's taking time
$Pi to be listed on CEX?

Because Pi Network is one of the few projects that meets the 5 key pillars of the global digital currency initiative run by ITU (UN’s digital tech agency) and Stanford FDCI:

▪︎ Financial inclusion
▪︎ Network interoperability
▪︎ KYC/KYB verification
▪︎ Programmable currency
▪︎ Powerful future of DeFi

✅ The Pi blockchain is based on the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP).

✅ OKX is the first CEX to receive KYB approval.

✅ Pi is the only one that demands KYC from users and KYB from CEXs.

Meaning: Part of the future global digital economy with Blockch technology and know one knows what happening behind the scene but end of the day we are in Revolution and it's Coming ... Very Soon .

Pi Network

🔓 Unlocking Pi for all!
More access = more utility.

From Pioneers to newcomers, Mainnet is becoming the real gateway to using $PI in apps, domains, and real commerce—securely, with KYC.

The future isn’t coming. It’s opening with Web3

Latest upgrade !

Pi Network Launches Mainnet Wallet Activation!

Pi Network officially launches a new feature for mainnet wallet activation, significantly lowering the access threshold for users! 🎉 Whether you have completed KYC or not, you can now easily join the Pi mainnet ecosystem! 🚀🌐

📲One-click activation for faster mainnet access
In the past, pioneer users needed to go through complex verification to enter the mainnet, but now, after the upgrade, you only need simple steps to activate the wallet. The new wallet function is operated through the Pi browser, secure, convenient, and open. 🧠🔐

🌍Third-party support for broader KYC
Pi introduces third-party services like Banxa to meet KYB certification standards, greatly enhancing KYC coverage, allowing more pioneers to easily join the Pi blockchain. ✅📈

💡Ecosystem acceleration
Easier activation process
Broader user access
Providing more real user participation for developers and DApps

This update not only enhances security and scalability but also lays the foundation for Pi to become a major player in the blockchain! 🔥

Congratulations Guy's We are almost there in the Revolution ...

follow me for more updates ...

$Pi Pioneers your mining, building, and belief have brought #PiNetwork to the world’s top tech stage . Revolution begins at #Consensus2025

#AirdropStepByStep

Here's a step-by-step guide to participating in a crypto airdrop, whether you're a beginner or looking to optimize your chances:

1. Understand What a Crypto Airdrop Is

A crypto airdrop is a way for blockchain projects to distribute free tokens to users, usually for marketing or adoption purposes.

2. Set Up Your Crypto Wallet

Use non-custodial wallets like:

Binance Web3 wallet

MetaMask (for Ethereum and EVM chains)

Trust Wallet

Keplr (for Cosmos)

Phantom (for Solana)

Important: Save your seed phrase securely — never share it.

3. Stay Updated on Airdrops

Follow these platforms for airdrop alerts:

AirdropAlert

CoinMarketCap Airdrops

Twitter/X: Follow hashtags like #airdrop, #cryptoairdrop

Join relevant Telegram or Discord communities

4. Qualify for Airdrops

Each project has specific tasks. Common requirements include:

Follow & retweet on Twitter

Join Discord or Telegram groups

Sign up for newsletters

Use the platform (e.g., swap, stake, vote)

Hold certain tokens or NFTs

5. Complete KYC (if required)

Some airdrops (especially centralized ones) may ask for identity verification. Decide if you're comfortable with this before proceeding.

6. Interact with Ecosystems (for Potential Future Airdrops)

Use Layer 2 solutions (e.g., Arbitrum, zkSync)

Swap tokens on DEXs

Bridge assets

Use testnets and give feedback

This is especially useful for "retroactive" airdrops.

7. Claim Your Airdrop

If eligible:

You'll receive a notification or check your eligibility on the project’s official site.

Visit their claim site.

Connect your wallet and claim tokens (watch out for gas fees).

8. Watch Out for Scams

Only use official project links

Never give your private key or seed phrase

Avoid connecting your wallet to unknown dApps

9. Track and Manage Tokens

Add token addresses manually to your wallet (if needed)

Use portfolio trackers (e.g., DeBank, Zapper) to see your airdrop rewards