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Trading update: $ADA/USD ≈ $0.6349, struggling to regain footing below key resistance zones—$0.65 and the 200‑hour EMA at $0.6867 . The market is reacting to two major catalysts: 1) Charles Hoskinson’s plan to allocate ~$100 million from the treasury into stablecoins like USDA/USDM and BTC to enhance DeFi liquidity, and 2) macro risk from Israel–Iran tensions that’s suppressing investor confidence . This has reignited the debate: does Cardano urgently need this move to stay competitive in DeFi, or should the community be wary of dilutive effects and governance centralization? Where do you stand? #CardanoDebate

$ADA is under pressure today, trading around $0.63–$0.64, as bearish momentum grips Cardano following a sharp rejection from the $0.70 resistance level earlier this week . The recent proposal from Charles Hoskinson to move $100 million of ADA treasury holdings into stablecoins and Bitcoin has triggered heated discussions—some argue it’ll boost DeFi and liquidity, while others fear the market impact and centralization risk . With global geopolitical tensions exacerbating market fear, ADA fell ~6% yesterday and is now testing critical support at $0.62 . Should Cardano proceed with the treasury conversion to kickstart its stablecoin strategy, or hold and preserve decentralisation? Join the conversation. #CardanoDebate

📉 $BTC Daily Insight – June 13, 2025

Bitcoin (BTC) is down nearly 3%, hovering around $105,000. Nearly $2.9 billion worth of BTC options expired today, adding fuel to ongoing volatility. Geopolitical tensions, particularly the Israel-Iran conflict, further dampen sentiment across markets. Over $1 billion in liquidations have rocked crypto and altcoin traders. Analysts warn of a potential bull trap forming below $100K. With inflation data showing 2.6% growth, macroeconomic uncertainty weighs heavily. Exercise caution and tighten stop-loss levels. The week’s close will be critical. #Bitcoin #BTC #CryptoAlert #OptionsExpiry

📈 $ETH Market Update – June 13, 2025

Ethereum (ETH) is trading around $2,540 after a sharp ~7% drop today, with a 24‑hour volume near $40 billion. The volatility stems from a massive $617 million in Ethereum options expiring today—part of a $3.5 billion crypto options expiration event. Analysts anticipate potential swings as the market adjusts. Despite the pressure, long-term investors eye a rebound above $3,000. With ETH’s fundamentals strong, many see this as a test of resilience. Stay alert for more moves during U.S. trading hours. #ETH #CryptoNews #Ethereum #DeFi

#IsraelIranConflict
📈 $ETH Market Update – June 13, 2025

Ethereum (ETH) is trading around $2,540 after a sharp ~7% drop today, with a 24‑hour volume near $40 billion. The volatility stems from a massive $617 million in Ethereum options expiring today—part of a $3.5 billion crypto options expiration event. Analysts anticipate potential swings as the market adjusts. Despite the pressure, long-term investors eye a rebound above $3,000. With ETH’s fundamentals strong, many see this as a test of resilience. Stay alert for more moves during U.S. trading hours. #ETH #CryptoNews #Ethereum #DeFi

📉 Why Is Crypto Down Today? CPI, Liquidations & Macro Uncertainty Hit Markets

After briefly rallying on cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data, crypto prices have reversed course. Here’s what’s behind the dip:

Bitcoin dropped 1.4% after hitting $110K, now trading around $107.6K

Ethereum fell 1.6%, now hovering near $2,750 after testing $2,878

XRP, Dogecoin, and others also saw red amid high volatility and profit-taking

🔻 Key reasons for the decline:

Stalled U.S.-China trade talks triggered risk-off behavior

Massive $683M in liquidations, mostly long positions, amplified the sell-off

Crypto market cap broke key $3.35T support, triggering technical breakdowns

Despite cooler CPI at 2.4%, macroeconomic uncertainty remains

📊 Expert Insights:

BTC could still target $115K–$150K in 2025 depending on recovery

ETH might revisit $2,900–$3,000 if momentum returns by July

XRP lawsuit ruling on June 16 could be a game-changer

DOGE looks weakest technically, risking drop to $0.15

💬 Analysts say short-term choppiness is likely, but long-term outlook stays bullish.
Are you buying the dip or waiting it out?

#CryptoCrash #Bitcoin #Ethereum #CPI #CryptoMarket #BTC #ETH #XRP #Dogecoin #Investing #Web3

🚨 Bitcoin Supply Crisis Incoming? Bitwise CEO Sounds the Alarm

Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley warns that we may soon face a Bitcoin shortage. As BTC prices climb past $130K–$150K, he says long-time holders—who bought in at much lower prices—are likely to stop selling.

Instead of cashing out, these holders may seek alternative liquidity options, reducing circulating supply and putting more pressure on prices to rise. 🔥

🔍 On-chain data backs this up:

Over 550,000 BTC withdrawn from exchanges in the past year.

Exchange balances at 8-year lows.

U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs now hold ~6% of total BTC supply.

Growing institutional and even national interest in long-term Bitcoin reserves.

Not everyone agrees—some argue rising prices will trigger sell-offs. But if Horsley is right, there really might not be enough Bitcoin to go around.

#Bitcoin #CryptoNews #BTC #Bitwise #CryptoInvesting #InstitutionalCrypto #HODL

$BTC
Currently, more than $2.2 billion worth of short positions on Ethereum have been opened near the $3000 price — meaning traders are betting on a decline in Ethereum, and it's a record number.
If the price rises slightly, these positions will be liquidated one by one = so traders are forced (to avoid liquidation) to buy more Ethereum = the price will rise further.

BREAKING 🚨
The threat Trump just made to Nike is a $7 BILLION tariff.
He offered them a choice: Shift production to America or pay the cost.
When they were silent, Trump had to do what he needed to do.
Here's how Trump just crumbled a $96 B empire
And then  what’s going to happen? #TrumpTariffs

#CryptoRoundTableRemarks discussions this week were filled with insights on decentralized finance, Layer 2 scaling, and the future of blockchain regulation. Experts emphasized how community governance in DAOs could become a model for democratic digital decision-making. The roundtable also touched on interoperability-highlighting the need for seamless interaction between blockchains to realize the true potential of a decentralized internet. Another hot topic was the role of tokenization in real-world assets like real estate and art. These dialogues show how fast the crypto space is maturing, with every week bringing deeper understanding and refined strategies for long-term growth. Truly an exciting time in crypto.

$ETH
The growing adoption of Ethereum ($ETH ) continues to reshape the blockchain landscape. With the transition to Proof of Stake fully in motion, Ethereum has become significantly more energy-efficient and scalable. Developers are building dApps, DeFi platforms, and NFTs on the Ethereum network at an unprecedented pace. Smart contract capabilities continue to draw enterprises and startups alike. As institutional interest grows, $ETH is positioned as more than just a cryptocurrency-it's the backbone of Web3 innovation. With Ethereum's Layer 2 solutions evolving rapidly, scalability and lower gas fees are becoming a reality, further fueling the network's expansion.

$ETH is clearly here to stay.

Ethereum ($ETH ) remains a cornerstone of crypto. Following the SEC's approval of spot ETH ETFs in May 2025 🇺🇸, market sentiment has turned strongly bullish. 📈 ETH recently crossed $3,100 with rising volumes and record institutional inflows—marking a major milestone for the second-largest cryptocurrency. 🚀 The upcoming Pectra upgrade in Q4 2025 will boost scalability and usability, especially for layer 2s like Arbitrum and zkSync. Vitalik Buterin’s rollup EIP-7702 has also sparked discussion around smart account management. 💡 I’m continuing to DCA into ETH and using it as DeFi collateral on platforms like Aave and Lido. $ETH #Ethereum #Crypto

#NasdaqETFUpdate Here's the latest update on Nasdaq ETFs:
Top Nasdaq ETFs
- *Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1*: Tracks the Nasdaq-100 Index, comprising 100 largest non-financial companies on the Nasdaq. Current price: $530.70, 0.15% change.
- *Invesco QQQ ETF (QQQM)*: Similar to QQQ, provides diversified exposure to innovative companies. Current price: $218.52, 0.17% change.
- *JPM Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (JEPQ)*: Focuses on generating premium income from Nasdaq-listed stocks. Current price: $52.80, 0.19% change.
Nasdaq Stocks
- *Nasdaq Inc. (NDAQ)*: The parent company of the Nasdaq stock exchange. Current price: $85.65, 0.05% change.
- *Qualcomm Inc. (QCOM)*: A leading technology stock listed on the Nasdaq, with a market cap of $163.87B. Current price: $155.41, 4.13% change.¹ ² ³
Nasdaq Index Updates
- *Nasdaq Crypto Index*: Recently reconstituted to include four additional digital assets: Cardano (ADA), Solana (SOL), Stellar Lumens (XLM), and XRP Ledger (XRP), in addition to Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).⁴
Invesco QQQ ETF Highlights
- *Outperformance*: QQQ has outperformed the S&P 500, with 379.14% more returns since its launch in 1999.
- *Diversified Exposure*: Provides exposure to many innovative companies, including leaders in software, hardware, e-commerce, and biotechnology.
- *Tax Efficiency*: ETFs like QQQ are generally more tax-efficient than mutual funds due to their "in-kind" creation and redemption feature.⁵

#MarketRebound driven by easing tariff tensions, hopes of Fed rate cuts, and strong earnings reports. While investor sentiment remains upbeat, caution is advised. Morgan Stanley warns of deeper macroeconomic issues—declining real GDP, weak manufacturing demand, and labor market stress. Rising U.S. debt could also push borrowing costs higher. To navigate this uncertainty, diversify your portfolio across sectors and regions. Focus on high-quality growth stocks with achievable earnings and consider fixed income options, especially bonds with 3–7 year maturities. Municipal bonds may also present smart opportunities. Stay informed, stay balanced—opportunity and risk go hand in hand in today’s market.

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🚨 2025: The Most Dangerous Year for Crypto Holders?

A chart by Galaxy Digital reveals 2025 is on pace to become the deadliest year yet for crypto holders, with 25+ documented physical attacks already—and we’re not even halfway through the year.

Notable cases include the kidnapping of Ledger co-founder David Balland and an attempted abduction of another entrepreneur’s daughter. Countries like UAE and India report increasing extortion cases, prompting France to boost protection and insurers to offer custom crypto policies.

Martti Malmi even proposed a "Bitcoin Mossad" to defend crypto holders. Stay alert.

#CryptoSafety #CryptoCrime #Bitcoin #Ethereum #Ledger #Web3Security #BlockchainNews #Crypto2025 #BTC #ETH #CryptoHoldings

$WCT What Is WalletConnect?

WalletConnect is a leading onchain UX protocol that lets users securely connect their crypto wallets to dApps via QR codes or deep links—on both web and mobile. Launched in 2018, it solves the connectivity gap in Web3, offering end-to-end encryption and a seamless user experience. It’s chain-agnostic and moving toward a permissionless model powered by its native token, WCT (Connect Token).

What Is WCT?
WCT is the WalletConnect Network’s token, enabling governance, staking, and rewards. Minted on Optimism, WCT has a 1 billion cap, with 27% for the foundation and 18.5% airdropped to early supporters.

$BTC It's been a while since I posted here. Today I want to talk about #PiNetwork i know it mostly everything everyone talks about in the crypto space these days. If you really know what pi is building, then you are going to be there when the rewarding times come. Early migrated pioneers and the people who bought and stockpiled pi during the IOU market period sold out and they think, we have gotten our rewards.
But if you read into #PiNetwork you will understand it is not a project to take lightly, #bitcoin has set its stone as the leader, the digital gold or blockchain gold. Pi is building strong foundations and making sure unlike bitcoin, mining comes easy and also its main purpose in realised before it takes its true place in the world of crypto.
This is not a financial advice, but if you pay close attention to the pi iou back in the day, you will know that #PiNetwork isn't going anywhere it's here to stay, forever $BTC

#USChinaTradeTalks
The US and China are holding crucial trade talks in London today, focusing on export controls rather than tariffs. Here's what's at stake :
Key Discussion Points:

Export Controls: The US is pushing China to relax its curbs on rare earth exports, crucial for manufacturing electronics, electric vehicles, and military systems.

Rare Earths : China has restricted rare earth supplies, affecting US manufacturing, while the US has tightened export controls on semiconductors, jet engines, and AI chips.
Background:

The two countries had agreed to reduce tariffs by 115% for 90 days in May to facilitate talks, but both sides have accused each other of violating the truce.

The US wants China to resume rare earth shipments, while China seeks removal of US curbs on access to critical technologies.
Potential Outcomes:

A deal could ease trade tensions and stabilize global markets.

Failure to reach an agreement might lead to higher tariffs and increased trade hostility.
Key Players:

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are leading the US delegation.
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng is heading the Chinese delegation.
The talks come amid heightened geopolitical tensions and global economic pressure, with both countries seeking to protect their interests ³.

#TradingMistakes101
Common Trading Mistakes Every Trader Should Avoid**
1. **Lack of a Trading Plan**
- Trading without a clear strategy is like driving blindfolded.
- A plan should include entry/exit rules, risk management, and goals.
2. **Ignoring Risk Management**
- Risking too much per trade (e.g., more than 1-2% of capital).
- No stop-loss orders → small losses turn into big ones.
3. **Overtrading**
- Taking too many trades out of FOMO or boredom.
- Chasing losses leads to emotional decisions.
4. **Letting Emotions Rule**
- Fear (exiting too early) and greed (holding too long) destroy profits.
- Stick to the plan, not impulses.
5. **Not Keeping a Trading Journal**
- Without tracking trades, you can’t learn from mistakes.
- Reviewing past trades helps refine strategy