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The Ethics of Immutability

A common refrain has emerged in the Bitcoin community: fix the money, fix the world. While there is every reason to be optimistic about Bitcoin’s impact on society it is not enough to rely on lines of code to fix our world. Rather, in this essay on the ethics of immutability, I argue that fixing oneself is the true revolution, and in turn, collectively, as actors in this global network, we are the revolution of change.

Bitcoin was designed to be decentralized, censorship-resistant, open source and unconfiscatable, qualities that set it apart from traditional banking and financial infrastructure. Bitcoin’s architecture means that no central authority can arbitrarily seize funds or block transactions on the network. The transparent, permissionless nature of its code allows anyone to participate without needing approval from intermediaries or gatekeepers. It empowers individuals to transact and store value beyond the reach of censorship, monetary debasement and financial repression by governments and banks.

These attributes have led many to view Bitcoin not just as a new form of money, but as an instrument of freedom in the digital age. In “On Revolution,” Hannah Arendt states 

“the life of a free man needed the presence of others. Freedom itself needed therefore a place where people could come together.” 

It is my hope that the coming together just might be a global, decentralized monetary network.

The framework and means by which we can serve as the instantiation of digital freedom has already been given to us — the actions of Satoshi Nakamoto, Bitcoin’s creator.

As Bitcoiners we often ask ourselves, “What does it mean to be a Bitcoiner?” Generally, responses include simply holding bitcoin, sending transactions, believing in the value of sound money, running a node or any combination thereof. 

Of course, these are necessary but insufficient, I argue, to be a Bitcoiner. One is not a Christian simply because one owns a Bible. Beliefs, and more importantly, one’s actions are necessary to uphold the ethos of Bitcoin. The community has not given enough credence to the fact that Satoshi gave up exorbitant wealth and fame so that we could freely take part in this network. It is this legacy and what it means for the users of Bitcoin that I explore in this paper. We must carry on this spirit of Satoshi by respecting and promoting the freedom of others, if we are to truly fix the world. 

The Immutability Legacy of Satoshi Nakamoto

By walking away, Satoshi Nakamoto embodied the principle that Bitcoin was meant to belong to its community, not to its creator or a central authority. Equally striking is Satoshi’s decision to remain anonymous. To this day, the true identity of Satoshi is unknown, and the creator’s forum posts and emails never revealed personal details. This anonymity was very much in line with the Cypherpunk ethos that influenced Bitcoin’s development, a culture that values privacy and letting ideas speak for themselves rather than relying on authority. Satoshi himself was explicit about avoiding any cult of personality. When a media frenzy in 2014 led to the mistaken “doxxing” of a Californian man (Dorian Nakamoto) as Bitcoin’s founder, the real Satoshi seemingly resurfaced online just to post the message, “I am not Dorian Nakamoto.” Beyond that clarification, the inventor never sought fame or credit. 

One of the most powerful symbols of Satoshi Nakamoto’s legacy is the fact that he never cashed in his bitcoin holdings. It is estimated that Satoshi mined roughly 1 million BTC (bitcoin) in the early days of the network. Remarkably, none of those coins have ever been moved or spent — they remain sitting untouched on the blockchain. At today’s market value, that stash would make Satoshi one of the wealthiest individuals on the planet. Yet the creator chose to leave that fortune alone. We do not know for certain why Satoshi never spent his coins. But the effect of this abstention has been profound. By not profiting from his invention, Satoshi demonstrated integrity and belief in the project’s long-term vision. Almost like a relic or monument on the blockchain, those unspent coins have become a reminder of his contribution and prove that the founder did not seek personal enrichment.

In the Bitcoin community, this fact is often cited to underline the purity of Bitcoin’s origins. The monetary system Satoshi created was decentralized and fair, giving early adopters an opportunity by not allowing the creator to abuse any special advantage. Satoshi actively gave up certain freedoms (like the freedom to cash out riches or the freedom to bask in fame) for the sake of Bitcoin’s success and credibility. This personal sacrifice set a powerful ethical example and established many of the values the Bitcoin community still holds dear: decentralization, open participation, neutrality and the idea that principles matter more than individual gain.

Satoshi’s coins, sitting untouched on the ledger, are an immutable timestamp of those values, reminding us that the founder’s commitment to freedom was not just in words but in deeds. This legacy invites us to reflect on the kind of community Bitcoin was meant to foster, and it provides a real-world segue into broader philosophical questions about freedom and responsibility, which, as Bitcoiners, we must consider as the instantiation of Bitcoin’s embodiment of freedom.

Bitcoin and the Concept of Freedom

What do we mean by “freedom,” especially in a social context? Philosophers have grappled with this question for centuries. One particularly illuminating perspective comes from the 20th-century existentialist Simone de Beauvoir, whose work “The Ethics of Ambiguity” (1947) explores the nature of freedom and the ethical responsibilities it entails. Beauvoir’s insights can help us draw parallels between Bitcoin’s ethos and a broader philosophy of reciprocal freedom and autonomy.

A key idea in Beauvoir’s ethics is that freedom is a shared, interdependent condition. She rejects the notion that freedom is simply the ability for an isolated individual to do anything they please. Instead, true freedom is “a positive and constructive process” that inevitably involves other human beings. One person’s freedom is enhanced by the freedom of others, and curtailed when others are oppressed. I cannot be truly free, she argues, if I live in a world where others are enslaved or silenced, because I exist in a human world of relationships and my own possibilities are intertwined with those of my fellow human beings. The authors of “Resistance Money” proclaim this ethos in their words:

“Cypherpunk code empowers individuals. But, with money, writing code is not enough. For money is, as we’ve seen, a network good. Bitcoin isn’t DIY money – do it yourself. It is, DIT – do it together. Using bitcoin means joining users in supporting resistance money for those who need it, with or without permission or cooperation of authorities.”

This logic of reciprocity means that we each have a responsibility to strive for the freedom of all, not just our own personal freedom. Beauvoir famously writes that the freedom of others must be respected and they must be helped to free themselves — how one might be freed by the ability to use a censorship-resistant monetary network, for example. It is not enough to refrain from coercing others; an authentic ethics calls us to actively support and expand the freedom of those around us. This could mean educating those who lack knowledge, fighting against unjust political structures that oppress people or working to alleviate poverty and other conditions that limit an individual’s opportunities. Freedom, in Beauvoir’s conception, is inherently social and cooperative. 

This philosophy resonates strongly with the ethos of open source, decentralized networks like Bitcoin. Bitcoin’s value proposition is not just that, “I individually control my money,” but also that everyone can participate as equals under the same rules. Contrast that structure with the status quo of Cantillon effects whose default is to embrace moral hazard. 

The Bitcoin network becomes more secure and useful as more people use it (more nodes, more miners, more liquidity), which is an illustration of freedom being mutually reinforcing. Rather than viewing freedom as a zero-sum game, modern thinkers like Beauvoir see it as inherently social and mutually enhancing, an insight that can apply to a monetary network as well. A decentralized currency works precisely because it is open and accessible to all; my financial freedom is bolstered by others joining and expanding the network effects. As more users adopt bitcoin, it becomes harder for any one authority to censor transactions for anyone — network decentralization is a form of reciprocal empowerment for its users. This reflects Beauvoir’s point that a person’s freedom can only extend itself by means of the freedom of others. 

True freedom is therefore reciprocal and we can see an analogue in Bitcoin’s philosophy: If a participant in the network (say a miner or node) tries to censor or cheat others, they undermine the very system that guarantees their own financial autonomy. Indeed, Bitcoin’s consensus rules make it so that acting to censor or double-spend will only harm the attacker — honest nodes will reject invalid blocks, and the attacker wastes resources. The network is structured to reward cooperation (following the rules) and make interference futile. While Beauvoir was talking about human rights and ethical relations, the parallel is that freedom to transact, like freedom of speech, works best when universally upheld. No one is truly “free” in a monetary sense if a central authority can freeze their account on a whim. Importantly, preventing others from transacting (for example, lobbying to censor certain addresses or users) would eventually jeopardize one’s own security and freedom on the network. 

It is important to acknowledge my words have not been written in the years following WWII; that despite the current tumult, American life is not likely to see a full-scale kinetic war as we did in the past century. 

We must then ask ourselves, what does revolution look like when there is no oppressor? And what does reciprocal freedom mean in 21st-century American life? While one could argue, like Arendt, that we live under an oligarchy, fiat as an economic system has no king or dictator to overthrow. A contemporary view of freedom warrants a dynamic approach to answering this question. Challenging oppression when there is no king is akin to technological creative destruction — a process not necessitating brute force but replacing the system from without.

American life is dominated by systems of oppression that tacitly affect our freedoms. It is futile to contrast the year 2025 to a century ago where a question of freedoms could more easily break down into simple positive and negative binaries. Rather, the restrictions to one’s freedoms in contemporary American life become more nebulous. Again, rendering questions such as: What freedoms are restricted when paid advertising affects our purchasing habits, social media controls the algorithms, processed foods affect our cognition, Citizens United lessens our influence in our democracy or for our current purposes when a financial and economic system decreases purchasing power and concentrates wealth by design? 

We live at a time of tremendous abundance and security, so it is easy to slip into passive engagement with community and political life; it is easy to slip into the way of being of a serious man (Beauvoir’s archetype of a person who avoids the responsibility of reciprocal freedom by following strict values as if they were fixed truths making them prone to justifying harmful actions in the name of their “sacred” cause). 

de Beauvoir’s also introduces a moral imperative: Solidarity in the pursuit of freedom. It’s not enough to avoid doing harm; we are called to get involved and work to change conditions that deny others their freedom. She observed that authentic ethics entails helping others expand their scope of action and choice. This could be read (in our context) as a call to support technologies or movements that empower people who have been excluded from traditional systems. Consider how Bitcoin has been used by dissidents, journalists or citizens in countries with capital controls and hyperinflation. Because Bitcoin is censorship-resistant and borderless, it allowed, for example, WikiLeaks to receive donations in 2010 when PayPal and banks (under government pressure) blocked funds. It has helped people in Venezuela or Zimbabwe bypass destructive monetary policies and hold savings in a currency that their rulers cannot debase. 

During the Russian-Ukraine war in 2022, Bitcoin donations were sent directly to Ukraine when traditional channels were constrained, a demonstration of the network’s neutrality and availability. It has also provided a way for migrant workers and refugees to carry and send assets when the banking system shuts them out.

All these cases reflect individuals reclaiming freedom in the face of oppression or hardship, aided by a global community of Bitcoin users and developers who maintain the network. To draw a parallel to Beauvoir: Those who contribute to Bitcoin’s development or adoption in repressive environments are, in a sense, helping others to free themselves. They are engaging in a form of solidarity that aligns with the ethical vision Beauvoir puts forth — a “concrete commitment to the freedom of our fellow men,” as she described it, which means actively standing against structures that limit others’ autonomy. Viewing Bitcoin through Beauvoir’s existentialist lens highlights the idea of reciprocal freedom. Bitcoin works as a system of augmented freedom not because it lets an individual escape society, but because it creates a new kind of society, one built on voluntary participation, equal rules and mutual empowerment rather than top-down control. It exemplifies the principle that my financial freedom is inextricable from yours. It challenges the community to uphold not only their own rights, but the rights of others, keeping the network open and accessible. As Beauvoir insisted, freedom gains meaning only when we devote ourselves to defending and enlarging the freedom of all.

Beauvoir’s sentiment is echoed in José Ortega y Gasset’s, “The Revolt of the Masses,” who calls us to understand that

“every destiny is dramatic, tragic in its deepest meaning. Whoever has not felt the danger of our times palpitating under his hand, has not really penetrated to the vitals of destiny, he has merely pricked its surface.”

While Ortega y Gasset applies this sentiment to the perceived treachery of his mass man it is nonetheless a statement of considerable importance. Beauvoir asks us to will ourselves free, in order to free others. The possibility of doing so is only met when the will seeks an understanding of the destiny of others, including the mass man. We understand the ambiguity of our own nature and destiny but freedom lies in the taking-on of the ambiguity of others.

The uncertainty of our nature is further illuminated by Craig Warmke in his paper, “Bitcoin Behind the Veil,” where he examines Bitcoin through John Harsanyi’s “veil” analysis. Warmke asks the question: “If you could not choose, [and were born again], in which kind of world would you prefer to live: a world with bitcoin, like our own, or a world without bitcoin, one like ours but where bitcoin had never been invented?” In our world where over half of the population lives under an authoritarian regime your chances of Western abundance and freedom is the flip of a coin, so the logical answer to his question is, “yes,” I would prefer to live in a world with bitcoin. 

Warmke’s argument is not simply a thought experiment, it is a call to action when we see the destiny of others, by mere chance, was not our own. We must then ask, what, if any, responsibility we, as Bitcoiners bear, to offset chance, and what does that mean for our lives — our immutability?

The Ethics of Immutability

One of Bitcoin’s defining technical features is the immutability of its blockchain ledger. Once a block of transactions is confirmed and added to the chain, it becomes effectively tamper-proof; the record is permanent. This idea of an unchangeable record of actions provides a rich metaphor for thinking about life, legacy and moral responsibility — a responsibility toward upholding and empowering the freedom of others. We might ask: If your life’s choices were encoded like transactions in an immutable ledger, would you be proud of the record? Are our actions, in a sense, etched in time as part of our legacy, and how does that influence the way we choose to live?

The notion of an “immutable essence” versus the possibility of a dynamic being has long been debated. Existentialist thinkers like Jean-Paul Sartre argued that for human beings, “existence precedes essence.” By this, Sartre meant there is no predefined, unchanging soul or nature that determines what we are; rather, we continuously create ourselves through our choices and actions. We are, in Sartre’s words, “condemned to be free,” wholly responsible for shaping our identity and values in the absence of any fixed template given by God or nature. We define ourselves through our choices and actions. This emphasis on freedom and authenticity means that moral commitment is something we choose and enact, not something imposed by an immutable essence or fate. Every action contributes to the “ledger” of who we are. Sartre even suggested that in choosing for oneself, one should consider that they are, in a way, choosing an example for all humanity, a bit like every transaction you broadcast to the blockchain becomes part of a public history that others can see. 

Now, contrast this with other philosophical or religious views that do posit an immutable core to the self. In Plato’s philosophy and in many spiritual traditions, there is the idea of a soul, something fundamentally stable and divine in a person that persists through change. Plato, for instance, considered the soul immortal and unchanging in its essence. Some religious perspectives hold that salvation or enlightenment is about realizing one’s eternal, unchanging true nature. In such views, moral improvement might be seen as uncovering or manifesting an already existing goodness. On the other hand, there are also views that stress transformation, the idea that one must become something different.

Finally, at the opposite extreme, philosophies like Buddhism and David Hume’s empiricism deny any fixed self at all: They argue that the self is an illusion, a series of fleeting states with no enduring essence. Buddhism teaches anātman, “no-soul” that clinging to the notion of an immutable identity is a source of suffering, and liberation comes from recognizing the impermanence of all components of the self. Why do these abstract views matter in our context? Because they frame an ethical question: How should we live and engage with the world around us? If you believe you have an immutable soul, perhaps you strive to keep it pure and untarnished — you might act in ways that “timestamp” only what you would want eternally associated with you. (Think of a virtuous person wanting to leave a legacy as pristine as Satoshi’s untouched coins on the blockchain). 

If instead you believe that identity is something you create, then every choice is like mining a new block — an opportunity to add to the chain of your life in a meaningful way. And if you believe there is no permanent self, you might focus on the present consequences of actions rather than any lasting record, or you might find meaning in contributing to something larger (like how in Bitcoin, individual nodes come and go, but the ledger persists, similarly one might say individual lives are transient, but good deeds can have enduring effects beyond the self). 

The concept of blockchain immutability prompts a thought experiment: What if our deeds truly could not be erased or forgotten? In reality, of course, human memory and history are fallible. But increasingly, in the digital age, we do have a kind of permanent memory (the internet never forgets, and the Bitcoin blockchain literally never forgets transactions). 

This imposes a new kind of moral transparency; it recalls the philosopher John Locke’s discussion of personal identity. Locke argued that it is continuous consciousness (memory of one’s actions) that constitutes personal identity even if the substance (the soul or body) changes, as long as consciousness of past actions persists, the person remains the same. He gave a famous scenario: If consciousness could be transferred from one soul to another, the person would go with the consciousness, not with the soul: 

“If consciousness can actually be transferred from one soul to another, then a person can persist, despite a change in the soul to which her consciousness is annexed.” 

In other words, for Locke the moral self is essentially the record of what you’ve thought and done — your “ledger” of consciousness. This idea dovetails intriguingly with the blockchain metaphor: Personal identity might be seen as a chain of memories and actions, an ongoing accumulation of “blocks” (experiences) linked by the awareness of them. An immutable ledger of one’s transactions is an externalization of memory; a permanent consciousness of certain actions. Thus, one could say that morally, we are (or ought to be) the sum of our remembered deeds. If we imagine those deeds are unalterable and public, it could encourage living in such a way that you don’t have to hide or erase anything. 

The concept of immutability calls us to an ethics of accountability as well. It suggests that integrity is about owning one’s past and working to build on it rather than cover it up. The idea of immutability relates to how we consider legacy and mortality. Ernest Becker, in “The Denial of Death,” spoke of people’s desire to achieve something that outlasts them, a “heroic” quest to create an immortal legacy in the face of our mortal lives. In a poetic sense, Bitcoin’s ledger gives everyone the chance to have a tiny immortal legacy: an address with some coins that might live on forever in the chain, or an inscription in a transaction (some have even embedded messages in Bitcoin’s blockchain). Of course, those are just data. But it raises a question of what kind of immortality really matters. The existentialist view would say the only immortality we can genuinely attain is to have our actions positively influence others and become part of the human story. To paraphrase, the only justification for our existence is whatever significance our actions have on the lives of others. Or as one contemporary actor puts it,

“If you are not making someone else’s life better, you are wasting your time.”

An immutable record by itself is meaningless unless what is recorded has value. So, while the Bitcoin network ensures that a transaction is remembered, it does not tell us what those transactions ought to be. That remains an ethical choice. The “ethics of immutability” might then mean: live in such a way that if your deeds were permanently recorded for all to see, they would represent the person you truly want to be. Live so that the “timestamp” of your life’s work has integrity and, in the spirit of Satoshi, is in service to others. Recognize that, unlike a blockchain, a human life is finite, which lends urgency to acting authentically and courageously now, rather than assuming one can always rewrite or delay.

There is no editing the chain after the fact. Reflecting on immutability connects to questions of personal identity and moral responsibility. Bitcoin’s unalterable ledger is a technological mirror of the philosophical idea that our actions, once done, become part of the tapestry of history and of who we are. Whether one leans more toward the view of a fixed inner soul or a self that is continuously created, in both cases one must confront the consequences of choices. The blockchain model tilts toward Locke and Sartre: You are your record (because there’s no secret essence, only evidence of what you’ve done). That perspective can inspire an ethic of honesty, transparency and consistency. It calls us to make each decision count, to uphold principles even when no one is watching, because on the Bitcoin network, in a sense everyone is always watching. It challenges us to leave behind a legacy that, like Bitcoin’s genesis block with its famous timestamp (“Chancellor on brink of second bailout for banks”), captures a principled stand for others to remember. The immutability of Bitcoin’s blockchain, metaphorically applied, invites us to strive for an immutable core of values, not in the sense that our character never changes, but that our commitment to certain ethical principles remains unwavering and is evident in our actions.

Bitcoin and a Call to Action

Exploring the philosophy behind Bitcoin and freedom is not a mere intellectual exercise; it has practical implications for how Bitcoiners choose to act. The convergence of ideas we have discussed — Satoshi’s legacy of selflessness and Beauvoir’s ethic of helping others to be free, and the metaphor of living transparently and intentionally — all point toward a modern call to action: to live in alignment with principles of freedom, authenticity and solidarity. 

Protecting and promoting freedom for others: If we take to heart Beauvoir’s dictum that “the freedom of other men must be respected and they must be helped to free themselves,” then a clear implication is to support systems and policies that expand people’s autonomy. In the context of finance and technology, this could mean contributing to open source projects, like Bitcoin, that give individuals more control over their own information and money. It could mean standing against censorship, not only in money but in speech and access to information. For example, technologists might develop censorship-resistant communication tools like Nostr inspired by the same spirit as Bitcoin. Advocates might push for legal protections for encryption and against financial surveillance that disproportionately harms dissidents or marginalized groups. Educators and community leaders can work to demystify technologies like Bitcoin for the general public (since knowledge is power), helping people understand how to use these tools is a way of freeing them from reliance on authorities. In short, actively helping others achieve greater freedom could involve anything from teaching a neighbor how to secure their digital privacy, to supporting human rights organizations that use Bitcoin to aid activists under authoritarian regimes. The key is the mindset of solidarity: recognizing, as Beauvoir did, that my freedom flourishes when I devote myself to the freedom of all. Bitcoin’s community, at its best, has exemplified this through global outreach, establishing Bitcoin circular economies, translations of educational material and donations in crises. 

Building legacy through action: While the Bitcoin blockchain is immutable, our lives are not, which is a good thing. We can change, improve and adapt. The ethics outlined here encourages authentic transformation rather than complacency. Beauvoir admired those who remained passionate and engaged with improving the human condition rather than those who sunk into cynicism and apathy. In the Bitcoin world, this is analogous to the builders and educators who are constantly trying to make the ecosystem better and more accessible, versus speculators who might treat it as a mere get-rich-quick scheme. The call to action is to be the former. 

Simone de Beauvoir wrote that authentic ethics demands “a concrete commitment” to others and to values, and that one should stand against conditions that oppress or hinder other people, and work to change those conditions. As Bitcoiners, “opting out” simply masquerades as action, but Bitcoin is only revealed through action with and for others. In our context, action could include political activism for civil liberties, economic activism like promoting financial literacy or inclusion or technological activism such as contributing to decentralized protocols that counter monopolies.

For instance, individuals inspired by Bitcoin’s success might support other open source efforts in secure communication, or advocate against laws that seek to weaken encryption. They might join local initiatives to support people unbanked or underbanked, showing them alternatives like Bitcoin or simply helping them gain access to any banking since the goal is expanding choice. It is worth noting the Bitcoiners who are fulfilling this call to action already: Anita Posch who is educating thousands in Africa about Bitcoin, Hermann Vivier and Luthando Ndabambi who have created a Bitcoin circular economy in their small South African community, L0la33tz‘s privacy advocacy, Andreas Antonopoulos whose early Bitcoin advocacy was vital to Bitcoin adoption, Alex Gladstein’s tireless efforts with the Human Rights Foundation, among so many more.

Giving a Damn: Satoshi’s legacy and Bitcoin are a call to action to fix ourselves. It was not only the benevolent acts of Bitcoin’s creator that placed this duty upon us but also the understanding that just as the architecture of money has now undergone an upgrade we, too, can seek this for ourselves. While I commend and am excited to have witnessed what this has meant for many Bitcoiners over the years, who have sought ways of improving their lives through health and financial security, betterment must not stop there, as Beauvoir and others have shown us. Yes, one may be seeking perfection of mind and body but without action we risk being buoys on the waves. While foundational, not going beyond one’s betterment, is no more impactful on society than the isolated and solitary monk seeking nirvana.

The only way to gain true freedom; to not be subject to or affected by (a particular undesirable thing), is to not have to rely on a third party in the first place. If freedom means a lack of outside influence on your autonomy, then by default there is an increase in personal responsibility for your choices. Individual rights should not be inversely related to individual responsibility. So it is, in fact, the duty of reciprocal freedom we have to each other and to our communities. We must look toward a new version of ourselves if we are to seek a new version of economy and society, for we are the actors in this new paradigm. Bitcoin invites us to look at discarding traditional ways of thinking and analyzing our world. If we can imagine a new form of money, we can also imagine a new body politic: the absence of Right versus Left. We can imagine what giving, compassion and philanthropy means through the lens of Bitcoin — “free and ready to stretch out toward a new future.” Inflation is always and everywhere a monetary phenomenon, so too is revolution always and everywhere a human phenomenon — not simply a technology. 

We are reminded that freedom is not a given, nor is the promise of Bitcoin — “a freedom can not will itself without willing itself as an indefinite movement.” It must be continually defended and expanded through our choices. Each of us, like a node in a decentralized network, has a role to play in upholding the freedom of the whole. By remaining anonymous and not cashing out, Satoshi asked to not be placed on a pedestal; instead, it is up to us, the users, to carry the mission forward. And as Beauvoir would insist, that mission is meaningless unless it is done for everyone’s benefit. The authenticity of our cause will be judged by whether we indeed make life freer for others, especially the least free. Our words and actions can live on as an immutable ledger in the minds of others, an obvious conclusion, but one whose full weight and impact is not understood until you consider your own legacy. In other words, the ledger that embodies action is the ledger that lives in the memories’ of others forever.

In practice, let this translate into everyday actions: supporting policies that enhance privacy rights, teaching someone about personal financial sovereignty, resisting the temptation to engage in censorship or discrimination, and building technologies that resist coercion. As we do so, we should keep asking ourselves the hard questions Beauvoir posed: 

“Am I really working for the liberation of men? Isn’t this end contested by the means I use to attain it?”

This reflective attitude guards against fanaticism and ensures that freedom as an ideal is not used to justify new forms of oppression. In Bitcoin’s context, it means balancing idealism with humility and constant re-examination of our own aims, a balance that can be struck through pause and reflection. The majority of us are not entrepreneurs or developers, but we can will others free by giving them a voice to be heard not — stifled or contested in the moment. To validate someone else’s lived experience is to give the freedom of consciousness — of identity, upon which all other positive freedoms must build.

Bitcoin’s creation, by an anonymous person who never sought wealth or power, is a profound gesture toward freedom. Our community, if we resist ossifying into dogma or tribalism, can continue that gesture. But if it becomes a tool for exclusion, greed or ideological purity, it betrays its promise to be infinitely more than what it would be if it were reduced to being what it is. Bitcoin is ethically meaningful only when it serves as a movement toward freedom, especially for those previously denied it. Our conclusion is to see Bitcoin not simply as a financial asset or a mere technical development, but as part of a broader ethical project: building a world where individuals can transact, speak, create and live according to their own will and conscience, limited only by the equal freedom of others. Achieving this will require intentional living, courageous action and an unyielding commitment to both innovation and freedom. 

The tools are in our hands; the ledger is before us. The next blocks, the next pages of our own history and Bitcoin’s, will be written by what we choose to do now.

BM Big Reads are weekly, in-depth articles on some current topic relevant to Bitcoin and Bitcoiners. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of BTC Inc or Bitcoin Magazine. If you have a submission you think fits the model, feel free to reach out at editor[at]bitcoinmagazine.com.

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Eric Trump Said The Bitcoin Price Is Definitely Going To $1 Million At Bitcoin Asia

Eric Trump, executive vice president of the Trump Organization and son of U.S. President Donald Trump, made bold predictions about bitcoin’s future price trajectory during his appearance at the Bitcoin Asia conference in Hong Kong on Friday, telling attendees that the Bitcoin price will “definitely” reach $1 million.

“There’s no question bitcoin hits $1 million,” Eric Trump declared during a panel discussion with David Bailey, citing surging institutional demand and its limited supply as key drivers for the astronomical price target. The Bitcoin price currently trades around $110,000, having risen 18% this year, but still remains well below Trump’s ambitious forecast.

Eric Trump’s appearance at the two-day Hong Kong event, which attracted more than 20,000 attendees—triple last year’s numbers—highlighted the growing global influence of the Bitcoin industry and the Trump family’s deepening involvement in it.

During his talk, Trump also praised China’s role in the Bitcoin and crypto ecosystem, calling the nation a leading force in Bitcoin and crypto despite Beijing’s ban on crypto trading since 2021.

The comments come as the Trump family has significantly expanded its Bitcoin and crypto ventures over the past year. Eric Trump and his brother Donald Trump Jr. co-founded American Bitcoin, a mining operation that is approximately 20% owned by the Trump brothers and the remainder by Hut 8. The company recently raised $220 million and is planning a September Nasdaq debut through its merger with Gryphon.

Eric Trump emphasised the dramatic shift in U.S. crypto policy under his father’s administration, claiming more progress has been made on Bitcoin and crypto in the seven months since President Trump’s return to office than in the previous decade. “We went from 0 to 100 instantaneously,” he said, describing America as “winning the digital revolution” thanks to strong political backing and institutional support from Wall Street firms, sovereign wealth funds, and retirement accounts.

Trump also highlighted his involvement with Japanese Bitcoin treasury company Metaplanet, where he serves on the board of advisors. He praised the company’s president and CEO, Simon Gerovich, during his panel discussion, reflecting the growing international network of Bitcoin-focused enterprises.

Eric Trump’s bullish Bitcoin price prediction reflects growing institutional confidence in its long-term prospects, and the Bitcoin Asia conference underscored Hong Kong’s rising role in the global Bitcoin landscape.

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Historic First: U.S. Government Posts GDP Data on Bitcoin Blockchain

The U.S. government has officially begun publishing gross domestic product (GDP) data on public blockchains. According to Bloomberg, the Commerce Department’s announcement on Thursday brings blockchain into the core of America’s economic reporting, making GDP available on nine networks including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.

Commerce officials emphasized that the blockchain rollout is not a replacement for traditional economic data releases, but rather “another avenue” for distribution, according to Bloomberg. The move, however, carries significant symbolic weight, as it effectively places the government’s seal of approval on technology once viewed with deep skepticism in Washington.

“The entire administration has embraced this,” said Mike Cahill, chief executive officer of Douro Labs, who confirmed he has been working with the Commerce Department on the initiative for the past two months. “With today’s announcement we are now in a world where government data lives on blockchains, and market participants can participate in real time.”

The blockchain initiative involves posting cryptographic hashes of GDP data, which serve as digital fingerprints to verify the information’s integrity. While limited in scope initially, Commerce Department officials confirmed that President Donald Trump’s administration intends to expand the program further, Bloomberg reported.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick spearheaded the project, telling Trump earlier this week that statistics would be issued via blockchain “because you are the crypto president.” Lutnick has previously suggested reshaping GDP reporting by removing the impact of government spending.

The initiative reflects a sharp departure from the prior administration. Under former President Joe Biden, regulators adopted a cautious stance toward crypto, often clashing with exchanges and imposing restrictions on digital assets. In contrast, Trump has moved quickly to integrate Bitcoin into government policy. Since taking office, he has created a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, stockpiled coins such as Ether and Solana, signed legislation regulating stablecoins, and appointed crypto-friendly regulators who ended enforcement actions against Coinbase.

Trump’s family has also deepened its presence in the digital asset space, backing ventures such as World Liberty Financial. The industry’s growing political clout is evident: crypto firms donated heavily to Trump’s reelection campaign and contributed over $133 million to super PACs supporting pro-crypto candidates in 2024, according to OpenSecrets.

By leveraging public blockchains, the Commerce Department joins other agencies experimenting with crypto technology. The Department of Homeland Security has considered blockchain for airport passenger screening, while California’s DMV has digitized car titles on crypto, according to Bloomberg.

As Trump positions himself as the “crypto president,” the adoption of blockchain for GDP distribution signals a profound shift in U.S. economic policy—and further cements Bitcoin as a powerful political and financial force in Washington.

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Nunchuk Wallet Brings Programmable Bitcoin To Everyone With Miniscript Support

Today Nunchuk Wallet releases support for fully generalized Miniscript use, bringing a degree of flexibility and control to their users not seen before. 

For those unfamiliar with Miniscript, it is a policy language invented by Core developer and former Maintainer Pieter Wuille to make the creation of customized Bitcoin scripts easier and safer. Miniscript takes the most commonly used pieces of Bitcoin script, i.e. signature locks, timelocks, hashlocks, etc. and creates a “higher level” programming language for users to create custom scripts. 

This higher level language is designed to be safely analyzable and composable, meaning that once users create a customized script they can be sure that it will behave exactly how they expect it to. 

Nunchuk provides two basic templates users can use, simply needing to fill in the keys they wish to use in the wallet. One is a decaying multisig, where after a timelock expires less keys are required to spend in order to ensure that key loss does not result in losing funds. The other is an expanding multisig, where over time other keys can sign for a transaction beyond the core key set. I.e. initially a 2-of-2 is required, but after a timelock a third key can sign instead. 

In addition to these basic templates, more advanced users can import any custom Miniscript template they have created themselves.

Miniscript templates can be applied to both Native Segwit wallets as well as Taproot wallets. 

Out of the gate, the following hardware wallets will support Native Segwit Miniscript: Coldcard, Tapsigner, Blockstream Jade, and Ledger. 

The following will support Taproot Miniscript: Coldcard and Ledger. 

MuSig2 use with Miniscript will be limited to software only keys for the time being. 

Nunchuk’s end-to-end encrypted communication function has full support for Miniscript templates, allowing collaboration between users in constructing and using template based wallets. 

In addition, Nunchuk has compiled a 101 Technical Guide for users who wish to make use of Miniscript in their wallets. For those more inclined to dive into the nuts and bolts themselves, here is also a website put together by Pieter Wuille with a breakdown of Miniscript itself and some basic tools. 

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Bitcoin Hong Kong Returns in 2026

HONG KONG – August 28, 2025 – BTC Inc., the organizer of the world’s largest Bitcoin conferences, today announced that Bitcoin Hong Kong 2026 will take place in Hong Kong on August 27 – 28, 2026. Following record-breaking growth in recent years, the return to Hong Kong highlights it’s pivotal role in the global Bitcoin economy.

The momentum continues after Bitcoin Asia 2025 saw over 20,000 sold passes, building on the success of Bitcoin Asia 2024, which featured some of the industry’s most influential voices. This year edition lineups have included notable speakers such as Eric Trump, CZ, Belaji Srinivasan, Adam Back, Bilal Bin Saquib and Dr. Xiao Feng, underscoring the event’s reputation as a stage where global leaders, innovators, and policymakers come together to shape the future of Bitcoin.

“Bitcoin Hong Kong is where global adoption meets unstoppable innovation,” said Justin Doochin, Director of Global Events at BTC Inc. “Every year, we see the conversation expand, the energy grow, and the community strengthen. Hong Kong continues to be one of the most dynamic hubs for fintech innovation, and 2026 will set a new benchmark for what’s possible.”

72-Hour Free GA Pass Launch

In celebration of the announcement, BTC Inc. is offering a free General Admission (GA) pass for 72 hours, available starting at 8:00 AM Hong Kong time on August 28, 2025. The promo will run until 8:00 AM August 30, 2025. During this window, attendees can secure their spot at no cost before standard ticket pricing begins.

Following the 72-hour promotion, ticket pricing will move to tiered levels, including:

• GA Pass – $48

• Pro Pass – $188

• Whale Pass – $1,888

About The Bitcoin Conference​

The Bitcoin Conference, organised by BTC Media, the parent company of Bitcoin Magazine, is a global event series, featuring notable industry speakers, workshops, exhibitions, and entertainment. These events serve as vital platforms for Bitcoin industry leaders, developers, investors, and enthusiasts to gather, network, and exchange ideas. The flagship event took place in 2025 in Las Vegas. Bitcoin 2026 is announced to be held in Las Vegas in April 2026. Its international events include Bitcoin Asia (Hong Kong, August 2025), Bitcoin Amsterdam (Amsterdam, November 2025) and Bitcoin MENA, co-organised by ADNEC Group (Abu Dhabi, December 2025).

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Bitfinex-backed Plasma announced a strategic partnership with EtherFi on Aug. 29, positioning the stablecoin-focused neobank as a day-one launch partner for the blockchain’s mainnet beta.

EtherFi will transfer over $500 million from its Ethereum (ETH) staking vault to Plasma’s platform, providing liquidity for stablecoin-backed yield strategies.

The collaboration integrates EtherFi across Plasma’s DeFi ecosystem, providing users with additional collateral options for lending and borrowing while offering access to ETH-backed yield products.

Plasma’s announcement emphasized how the partnership complements both platforms’ objectives in the stablecoin infrastructure space. The protocol stated:

“Stablecoins give everyone, everywhere permissionless access to the financial service of saving money safely and reliably.”

EtherFi is the sixth-largest DeFi protocol, with a total value locked of over $11 billion as of Aug. 29. The protocol reached an all-time high of nearly $12.6 billion on Aug. 14.

Stablecoin-focused infrastructure

Plasma operates as a Bitcoin sidechain with full Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility, engineered specifically for stablecoin payments and cross-border transactions.

The platform offers zero-fee USDT transfers through a dual-validator architecture that processes gasless transactions.

Recent market activity demonstrates significant institutional interest in Plasma’s approach. The platform raised $1 billion in deposits within 30 minutes during its June expansion, with 70% of funds concentrated among the top 100 wallets according to analytics firm Sealaunch.

Initial deposits in June totaled $500 million, with over 1,100 participating wallets.

Further, Plasma is backed by high-profile names. The protocol $24 million funding round attracted backing from Framework Ventures, Bitfinex, Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, and Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino.

DeFi ecosystem integration

The EtherFi partnership extends beyond simple vault migration. Plasma users will be able to leverage EtherFi’s liquid staking tokens as collateral while accessing stablecoin features, including custom gas tokens and confidential transactions.

Additionally, the partnership positions both platforms to capture the growing demand for stablecoin infrastructure as the sector surpasses a total supply of $280 billion.

Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes recently noted that EtherFi is one of three DeFi protocols that could capture significant value from the expansion of US dollar-pegged stablecoins.

EtherFi’s commitment to move $500 million in ETH staking assets represents confidence in Plasma’s technical architecture and market positioning within the expanding stablecoin ecosystem.

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Tether abandoned plans to freeze its dollar-pegged USDT tokens on several older blockchains and is choosing instead to classify them as “unsupported,” according to an Aug. 29 statement.

The change applies to networks such as Bitcoin Cash, Kusama, EOS, and Algorand, among others. Users will still be able to move tokens across wallets, but Tether will no longer issue or redeem USDT on those platforms.

The shift came after weeks of community pushback over the company’s original plan, which would have locked tokens in place and left them non-transferable.

‘Unsupported’ classification

In June, Tether had outlined a transition that would begin Sept. 1, 2025, with all USDT on the affected blockchains frozen and excluded from redemptions.

The move was framed as a way to streamline operations by cutting off support for networks that accounted for a negligible share of the stablecoin’s activity. Under that plan, tokens would have remained visible on-chain but effectively stranded without any movement or redemption path.

Following sustained criticism from developers and users on smaller ecosystems like EOS and Algorand, Tether retreated from a hard freeze. The firm said the revised approach “aligns with its broader strategy” while avoiding reputational damage.

The compromise allows Tether to wind down low-volume chains without provoking backlash from users who would have been locked out of their assets.

Pivot toward Bitcoin

The announcement came just one day after Tether disclosed plans to issue a native USDT on Bitcoin using the RGB protocol.

Unlike wrapped tokens that rely on custodial bridges, RGB integrates directly with Bitcoin’s scripting and client-side validation, making USDT part of the Bitcoin ecosystem’s security model.

USDT remains most heavily concentrated on Ethereum and Tron, each with more than $80 billion in circulation, alongside smaller footprints on Solana and a few other networks.

The decision to drop support for legacy chains signals tightening resources on platforms with higher adoption while staking new ground on Bitcoin.

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BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum (ETH) Trust ETF (ETHA) recorded $1.244 billion in weekly inflows from Aug. 18-22, ranking second among all 4,400-plus ETFs tracked during the period.

NovaDius Wealth president Nate Geraci noted in an Aug. 29 post via X that only Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF outperformed ETHA’s with $1.711 billion in weekly flows.

He also highlighted the significance of ETHA appearing among “heavy hitters” in weekly inflow rankings, demonstrating institutional appetite for Ethereum exposure.

Further, Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart reported on Aug. 29 that Ethereum ETFs have accumulated nearly $10 billion in inflows since July, marking substantial momentum for the asset class.

Before this surge, Ethereum ETFs had recorded negative $400 million year-to-date flows, amounting to approximately $2.5 billion, according to Farside Investors’ data.

Capital rotation

Market conditions indicate that capital is rotating from Bitcoin to Ethereum throughout August. While Bitcoin ETFs registered $800 million in outflows through Aug. 28, Ethereum ETFs accumulated $4 billion in inflows during the same period, per Farside Investors tracking.

The inflow disparity reflects evolving institutional preferences as investors diversify cryptocurrency allocations beyond Bitcoin.

Additionally, retail participation accelerated in tandem with institutional interest. DeFiLlama data shows that Ethereum achieved a monthly spot trading volume record of $135 billion as of Aug. 29, surpassing the previous high of $117.6 billion from May 2021.

The institutional adoption is not limited to exposure through ETFs, as corporate Ethereum adoption accelerated significantly during the summer months.

Strategic ETH Reserve data reveals corporate Ethereum treasuries increased from $2.3 billion to $19.1 billion between June 1 and Aug. 29.

In token terms, corporate reserves expanded from 916,268 ETH to 4,438,352 ETH over the same period, representing approximately 3.7% of total ETH supply.

The treasury accumulation pattern, combined with the increasing number of institutions adding ETH, suggests institutional recognition of Ethereum as a treasury asset.

ETHA’s performance demonstrates the integration of Ethereum into mainstream investment flows, with crypto products competing directly against established equity and bond ETFs for investor capital.

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Eliza Labs and founder Shaw Walters filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against social media platform X on Aug. 27.

According to the lawsuit, the plaintiffs are alleging that the social media platform fraudulently extracted technical information about their AI agents before deplatforming them and launching competing products.

The complaint seeks damages exceeding $75,000 and immediate restoration of the account.

In an Aug. 28 statement, Walters described the lawsuit as a last resort after months of failed negotiations.

He said:

“X and xAI realize this on some level – they just filed a lawsuit alleging that Apple and OpenAI are doing the same anticompetitive conduct to them that X is doing to us.”

Walters added that X initially invited collaboration after seeing widespread adoption of Eliza’s open-source AI agent framework.

Following meetings at X headquarters in February, the platform demanded Eliza purchase a $600,000 annual enterprise license despite already paying over $20,000 annually in fees.

Antitrust claims

An antitrust lawsuit challenges practices that harm fair competition, such as monopolies and anticompetitive behavior, to protect consumers and ensure open markets.

Eliza’s complaint alleges X violated Section 2 of the Sherman Act by leveraging monopoly power in short-form social media to suppress AI competition.

The lawsuit details how X suspended Eliza’s accounts in June 2025, then demanded extensive technical documentation under the pretense of account reinstatement.

Walters claims that X used this information to develop nearly identical AI features, including 3D avatars, voice integration, and telephone capabilities, which were launched through xAI’s products.

He added that X requested detailed explanations of Eliza’s framework architecture, endpoint functionality, and implementation specifics while developing competing products.

Remedies include platform restoration

The lawsuit seeks multiple forms of relief, including a declaratory judgment that X lacks Section 230 immunity for anticompetitive deplatforming, injunctions preventing future exclusionary conduct, and account restoration with full platform access.

Monetary remedies include disgorgement of X’s unjust enrichment from copying Eliza’s technology, compensation for fraudulent misrepresentation, and unfair competition damages, as well as treble damages under the Sherman Act provisions.

The plaintiffs also request punitive damages and attorneys’ fees. The lawsuit comes days after Elon Musk’s xAI sued Apple and OpenAI on Aug. 25.

Musk’s lawsuit alleged that the companies conspired to suppress AI competition through Apple’s exclusive ChatGPT integration and App Store favoritism. The lawsuit claims Apple’s partnership with OpenAI makes it “impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store.”

The parallel litigation highlights escalating legal battles over AI market control, with Musk pursuing antitrust claims while facing very similar allegations from Eliza Labs.

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Bitwise Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan said Solana could soon set new all-time highs, mirroring Bitcoin and Ethereum’s record runs earlier this year.

Hougan argued that SOL is set to benefit from the same forces that propelled BTC and ETH to new highs this cycle, namely exchange-traded fund (ETF) inflows, large capital firms entering the market, and simple, compelling narratives that resonate with investors.

He wrote in a social media post:

“The formula is simple: ETF fund flows + fund companies + a simple story = all-time highs. It applies to Bitcoin, it applies to Ethereum, it applies to Solana.”

Path to institutional adoption

Solana, a blockchain known for its high-speed processing and low transaction costs, has seen increasing developer activity across payments, gaming, and consumer-facing applications.

The network’s efficiency has helped position it as a potential alternative to Ethereum for decentralized applications, fueling speculation about the eventual approval of a spot Solana ETF in the US.

So far, Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs have funneled billions of dollars into the market, with Bitcoin funds alone surpassing gold ETFs in daily volumes this summer.

Given its growing market capitalization and expanding ecosystem, many view Solana as the next logical step for institutional product offerings.

Hougan’s comments add weight to that view, suggesting that once fund vehicles are established, Solana could follow the same trajectory as its larger peers.

Outlook evolving

Bitwise has taken a long-term bullish stance on Solana, projecting in a detailed January report that the token could reach between $2,300 and $6,600 by 2030, depending on adoption scenarios. The firm based its estimates on Metcalfe’s Law, linking network growth to valuation.

To support investor access, Bitwise also launched a Solana Staking ETP in Europe, offering exposure to SOL with integrated staking rewards and signaling confidence in the blockchain’s scalability and growing ecosystem. It is also looking to launch a spot Solana ETF in the US, but the SEC has so far delayed its decision on the applications.

While the firm remains optimistic about Solana’s long-term role alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum, it has been more cautious on near-term price outlooks until now. Bitwise previously said it was unsure if SOL would reach new highs this year and called Bitcoin the “best horse in the race.”

This mix of ambitious long-range forecasts and tempered short-term expectations reflects Bitwise’s view of Solana as a high-potential but still maturing asset.

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The signs are all here. $Bitcoin is losing momentum, altcoins are bleeding, and BlackRock along with Wall Street whales are quietly exiting. While retail still believes in “to the moon” narratives, the market is already shifting into the final stage of the cycle. Let’s break down the 5 biggest reasons why the crypto crash is underway.

1. BlackRock and Whales Are Selling

The exit has already started. BlackRock isn’t just buying anymore — they’ve begun daily selling, unloading positions onto retail. This is how every cycle ends: whales don’t announce the top, they simply rotate out slowly while retail keeps buying.

2. Smart Money Has Left the Table

The traders who made life-changing gains have already rotated into stablecoins like $USDT. They’ve secured profits and left the market, leaving retail investors as the exit liquidity. By the time most realize it, the door will already be closed.

3. Classic Cycle Top Indicators Are Flashing

The signals are impossible to ignore:

• Bitcoin trading volume is dropping
• Altcoins are failing to follow BTC pumps
• Funding rates are extremely positive
• On-chain wallets are moving coins to exchanges

Every one of these indicators points to a market top.

4. The Retail Trap Is Wide Open

Narratives at the peak are louder than ever:

• “Bitcoin to $500K”
• “Altcoins 100x next month”
• “ETF inflows never stop”

This is exit liquidity marketing. Retail is sold the dream exactly when whales are selling their bags.

5. Altcoins Will Get Wiped Out

History repeats itself every cycle:

• When Bitcoin stalls → alts bleed
• When Bitcoin dumps → alts collapse

Majors typically lose -50%, while small caps fall -90%. It’s the same brutal script, and it’s already starting to play out.

How to Survive the Crash

Don’t wait for the perfect top. Scale out, sell into strength, and rotate profits into stablecoins like $USDT or $USDC. Hold dry powder for the crash and re-enter when fear dominates, not greed.

Dogecoin price is back in the spotlight after reports that Elon Musk’s personal lawyer, Alex Spiro, is chairing a new Dogecoin Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) aiming to raise $200 million. On top of that, Bit Origin has already secured $500 million to build a corporate Dogecoin treasury. With institutional-style vehicles emerging for DOGE price, the question now is whether this momentum can lift prices above their current consolidation around $0.21.

Dogecoin Price Prediction: What the DAT Announcement Means for Dogecoin?

Digital Asset Treasuries are becoming a major crypto narrative. Inspired by MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin accumulation strategy, new firms are raising large sums to buy and hold altcoins like Solana, SUI, and Toncoin. Dogecoin entering this arena is significant because it transitions DOGE from being seen purely as a memecoin into a treasury-backed digital asset.

If the Dogecoin DAT does launch and successfully raises even a portion of its $200 million target, it could create steady demand for DOGE, similar to how Michael Saylor’s strategy fueled Bitcoin’s rally. Combined with Bit Origin’s $500 million commitment, we are looking at a potential $700 million liquidity injection into Dogecoin’s ecosystem. For a $32 billion market cap coin, this would not go unnoticed.

Chart Analysis: Support and Resistance Levels

Looking at the daily Dogecoin price chart, DOGE price is trading around $0.214, down 3% in the last 24 hours. The Bollinger Bands are tightening, signaling that volatility could spike soon. Key resistance sits near $0.236, which aligns with the upper Bollinger Band. Breaking above this level could open the door to $0.25 and eventually $0.30 if volume supports the move.

On the downside, support rests near $0.20, and below that, Fibonacci levels suggest $0.18 and $0.15 as critical zones to watch. A breakdown under $0.20 without treasury momentum could drag DOGE price back into bearish territory, especially with pivot supports around $0.17 and $0.12.

Institutional Interest: A Game-Changer?

What makes this development different from typical Dogecoin price hype cycles is the institutional angle. Instead of relying on retail memes and social media, DOGE is now tied to structured investment strategies. This aligns Dogecoin with broader digital asset narratives and could give it legitimacy in markets that once dismissed it as a joke token.

Grayscale’s push to list a Dogecoin ETF further reinforces this shift. If approved, it would allow traditional investors to gain exposure to DOGE through regulated financial instruments. Pair this with Musk’s influence and his recent comments that “fiat is hopeless,” and the stage is set for renewed speculative demand.

Dogecoin Price Prediction: Short-Term vs Long-Term Outlook

In the short term, $DOGE remains range-bound between $0.20 and $0.24. A treasury launch or ETF approval could quickly push it to $0.30–$0.35, levels not seen since July’s rally. If the DAT successfully raises capital and starts accumulating, DOGE could target $0.50 later in 2025, especially if Bitcoin resumes its upward trend.

Long term, if corporate treasuries actually become a trend in $Dogecoin similar to Bitcoin, the coin could see sustainable accumulation. This would transform DOGE from a meme-driven asset into a treasury-backed digital store of value, potentially paving the way toward $1 over the next market cycle.

Dogecoin’s short-term outlook hinges on the $0.20 support and $0.24 resistance. But the emergence of DATs and corporate treasuries for DOGE could be a structural shift, moving the coin beyond memes into serious institutional adoption. If momentum builds, Dogecoin may be preparing for its next big leg up.

XRP just erased more than $10 billion in market cap in a single day, dropping 5% as technical weakness and macroeconomic uncertainty weighed heavily on the token. The decline pushed XRP price below the $3 psychological threshold to $2.84, underperforming the broader market’s 3.35% drop. Let’s break down what’s really happening here and where XRP could go next.

XRP Price Prediction: Why Did XRP Crash Below $3?

The selloff was triggered by two major forces. First, technical breakdown: XRP failed to hold its $3.05 support and sliced through the $3 floor, which was a key psychological and Fibonacci level. Once that gave way, sellers piled in and momentum shifted rapidly downward.

Second, sentiment around an XRP spot ETF turned shaky. While CME XRP futures open interest climbed above $1 billion at record speed—a bullish sign—the optimism was tempered by wider market risk aversion and regulatory ambiguity. Traders are unsure whether approval will come quickly, and that hesitation fed into selling pressure.

Analyst Calls: From Bullish to Bearish

On-chain analyst Ali Martinez had initially projected a fast recovery to $3.70, but reality caught up quickly. By August 28, Martinez aligned his outlook with the market, noting XRP was retracing toward $2.83 as expected. That shift from bullish optimism to bearish confirmation underscores how fragile XRP sentiment has become.

The market now views $2.70 as the more realistic short-term target, rather than the $3.70 rally Martinez once highlighted.

Macro Headwinds: The US Economy and Trump’s Tariffs

Layered on top of XRP’s chart weakness are macroeconomic shifts that ripple across all risk assets. US GDP grew at 3.3% in Q2, stronger than first reported, driven by business investment and trade. Yet, the growth comes in the shadow of President Trump’s escalating trade wars. Tariffs are starting to push inflation back into the picture, which Fed Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged at Jackson Hole.

Traders are betting on a Fed rate cut next month, but if tariffs keep inflation sticky, the Fed could hesitate. That uncertainty has left crypto markets in limbo. A resilient US dollar and rising Treasury yields weigh on XRP because risk appetite shrinks whenever monetary policy feels unpredictable.

Technical Breakdown: Where Are the Key Levels?

Looking at the daily chart, XRP price is sitting just above $2.84 support, which coincides with the 0.236 Fibonacci retracement zone. The Bollinger Bands are contracting, signaling reduced volatility, but price is hugging the lower band—a bearish continuation setup.

Key levels to watch:

• Immediate support: $2.83–2.84 (current zone). A break here opens the door to $2.70 (0.382 Fibonacci).
• Stronger support: $2.35–2.40 (0.5 retracement). A deeper flush could test $2.10 (0.618 retracement).
• Resistance: $3.05 and $3.30. Bulls need to reclaim these levels to shift momentum.

Momentum indicators are showing weakness, and with sellers in control, downside risks outweigh upside potential for now.

XRP Price Prediction: What’s Next?

In the short term, XRP price looks vulnerable to a further slide toward $2.70, especially if ETF uncertainty drags on and macroeconomic jitters remain unresolved. If that level breaks, a deeper correction to $2.35 is likely before buyers step back in.

On the flip side, if Fed policy turns more dovish in September and ETF sentiment stabilizes, $XRP could attempt to reclaim $3.05. Only a decisive close above $3.30 would revive hopes for a return to the $3.70 range flagged by Martinez earlier.

XRP price is at a crossroads. The technical chart shows weakness, and the fundamental backdrop—regulatory uncertainty, ETF hesitation, and global trade tensions—adds to the pressure. Until $XRP reclaims $3.05 with strong volume, the path of least resistance remains down, with $2.70 as the next key magnet for price action.

Bitget, the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has been spotlighted in a newly released CoinDesk Market Data Deep-Dive report for its breakout performance across trading volume, institutional adoption, and liquidity leadership. 

Between November 2023 and June 2025, Bitget recorded a cumulative $11.5 trillion in derivatives volume, placing it among the top four global exchanges. The report also ranked Bitget as the number one exchange for ETH and SOL spot depth, and number two for BTC, cementing its position as one of the top three globally for execution quality. That momentum continued into 2025, with average monthly volumes hitting $750 billion, nearly 90% of which came from derivatives. Even in cooler market conditions, Bitget has emerged as a structurally important venue, characterized by scale, stickiness, and growing institutional weight.

In fact, Bitget’s user mix is changing fast. In the first half of 2025, 80% of spot volumes and 50% of derivatives volume came from institutions, doubling assets under management year-to-date. CoinDesk’s report credits this evolution to Bitget’s upgraded product stack, including its Liquidity Incentive Program, institutional lending suite, and a unified margin system launching later this quarter.

The native BGB token also shone in the report. Ranking as the third-most traded spot asset after BTC and ETH, BGB volumes rivaled entire market sectors and helped drive the exchange’s highest-ever spot market share in May at 5.2%. Overall, BTC, ETH, and BGB combined accounted for 44% of spot activity, indicating stable institutional demand.

Bitget’s liquidity footprint continues to punch above its weight. The report named Bitget the #1 exchange for ETH and SOL liquidity and #2 for BTC spot depth within 1% of the mid-price, beating out major competitors. Bitget’s average BTC slippage was just 0.0074% for $100K trades, placing it among the top three globally for execution quality.

“We’ve been deliberate about how we scale, we deliver world-class products, and provide one of the strongest security infrastructures. From retail to institutional, people are looking for quality and safety,” said Gracy Chen, Chief Executive Officer at Bitget. “This report validates what we’ve known internally: institutions are here, and they choose to trust Bitget.”

The full CoinDesk report also highlighted Bitget’s Onchain launch in April 2025, which helped propel a 32% month-on-month increase in spot volumes. It noted Bitget’s lead in XRP derivatives open interest, dominance in Layer-1 and memecoin sectors, and the increasing relevance of niche tokens, which saw breakout activity on the platform.

With its strong positioning, Bitget has scaled deeper into institutional markets, enhanced altcoin depth, and introduced hybrid on-chain/off-chain liquidity—a trifecta that’s now shaping the next phase of exchange evolution.

To view the full report, visit here. 

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform. 

Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World's Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. In the world of motorsports, Bitget is the exclusive cryptocurrency exchange partner of MotoGP™, one of the world’s most thrilling championships.

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Cardano (ADA) has been struggling to hold above the 0.85 level, and the daily chart shows a period of consolidation after a strong rally earlier this month. At the same time, global macroeconomic policies—both fiscal and monetary—are shaping aggregate demand, which directly influences risk assets like cryptocurrencies. The real question is: will these macro shifts provide a tailwind for ADA price, or is the market entering a correction phase.

How Aggregate Demand Links to Cardano’s Price

As reported, aggregate demand reflects the total demand for goods and services in an economy. It’s driven by consumer spending, investment, government expenditure, and net exports. When aggregate demand rises due to expansionary fiscal or monetary policy, risk assets like crypto generally benefit. More liquidity in the economy means higher risk appetite, and ADA often rides those cycles. Conversely, when central banks tighten monetary policy or governments scale back spending, liquidity drains from markets, weakening ADA’s upward momentum.

Expansionary fiscal policy, such as tax cuts or increased public spending, increases consumer purchasing power and indirectly drives inflows into speculative assets. Similarly, lower interest rates and easier credit from expansionary monetary policy make it cheaper to borrow and invest. On the other hand, contractionary measures, such as rate hikes or spending cuts, can choke demand and reduce ADA’s price support.

Cardano Price Prediction: ADA Daily Chart Breakdown

Looking at the daily chart:

ADA price is trading at 0.85, right on the edge of the middle Bollinger Band, which sits near 0.88. This level is acting as immediate resistance.

The recent candles show indecision with multiple red Heikin Ashi prints, signaling fading bullish momentum after a strong July rally.

Fibonacci levels highlight 0.90 (0.382) and 1.00 (0.618) as upside resistance points if Cardano price regains strength. A break above 0.90 would open the door for another test toward 1.10.

On the downside, the 0.79–0.80 zone is strong support near the lower Bollinger Band. A breakdown below this could accelerate losses toward 0.70.

In short, ADA is consolidating within a narrow band. It’s in a make-or-break zone where macroeconomic conditions could decide its next leg.

Cardano Price Prediction: Will Fiscal and Monetary Policy Boost ADA Price?

If central banks lean toward expansionary monetary policy—cutting rates or easing liquidity—it will likely lift ADA price along with the broader crypto market. The extra liquidity would encourage speculative investment and help ADA retest the psychological 1.00 mark. Expansionary fiscal policy, such as infrastructure spending or tax cuts, would further fuel aggregate demand, indirectly benefiting ADA.

However, if policymakers shift toward contractionary policies to curb inflation, ADA may struggle to hold its ground. Higher interest rates increase the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets like crypto, while reduced government spending dampens liquidity, making ADA vulnerable to deeper pullbacks.

Short-Term Cardano Price Prediction

In the immediate term, ADA price is likely to oscillate between 0.80 and 0.90 while markets wait for policy signals. A breakout above 0.90 could confirm renewed bullish momentum, potentially targeting 1.10 in the coming weeks. If macroeconomic conditions remain favorable, Cardano price could even push toward 1.40 (the 1.618 Fibonacci extension).

But if aggregate demand contracts due to tighter monetary conditions, ADA risks slipping below 0.80, opening a path toward 0.70 and delaying any bullish breakout.

Cardano’s price right now is not only about chart resistance and support—it’s about aggregate demand in the global economy. Expansionary fiscal and monetary policies would provide a strong tailwind for $ADA, while contractionary moves could trigger more downside. Traders should watch both macroeconomic updates and ADA’s 0.80–0.90 range closely, as the next breakout direction will define $Cardano trajectory into September.

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The race for presale dominance in 2025 is heating up, with BlockchainFX ($BFX) and SUBBD emerging as names investors are watching closely. Both projects promise disruption, but their trajectories are already diverging. BlockchainFX has surged past $6.2 million raised with over 6,600 participants joining its presale, while SUBBD has struggled to gain momentum despite its AI-driven content creator model. The question on every investor’s mind: which one represents the best crypto presale pick for massive ROI?

Momentum in presales often signals the long-term strength of a project, and BlockchainFX is showing all the signs of a future market leader. With a presale price of just $0.021 and a launch price set at $0.05, BFX offers an entry point that looks increasingly attractive for investors hunting the next big win.

BlockchainFX – Building the Next Global Super App

BlockchainFX is redefining trading by connecting DeFi with traditional markets. Unlike single-focus platforms, it allows users to trade crypto, stocks, forex, ETFs, and commodities from a single hub. This all-in-one capability mirrors what Binance and Coinbase wished to become but never fully achieved. By supporting both long and short positions, BlockchainFX offers versatility across market cycles, ensuring users can thrive in bullish and bearish conditions alike. For presale buyers, this translates into long-term resilience, one of the key reasons many analysts call it the best crypto presale pick of the year.

The presale success speaks volumes. BlockchainFX has already raised more than $6.2 million with over 6,600 investors on board, and the app is live in beta with thousands of daily users generating millions in trading volume. Add to this strong security measures, including third-party audits, KYC verification, and verified smart contracts, and confidence among new investors is only growing. With staking rewards reaching up to $25,000 USDT and the introduction of a BFX Visa Card for global spending, BlockchainFX offers both utility and passive income potential – features rarely seen at this early stage.

ROI Calculations and Investor Edge

At $0.021 per token, presale buyers are securing BFX at a price far below its $0.05 launch value, already locking in potential gains of 138%. Analysts believe $1 is a realistic early milestone, which would represent a 4,660% increase from today’s price. To illustrate, a $3,000 presale investment, using the AUG35 code for a 35% token bonus, would secure roughly 194,285 BFX tokens. If the price reaches $1, that investment could balloon to $194,285. With more aggressive analyst predictions ranging from $8 to $10, the same stake could be worth over $1.5 million. And with the limited-time BLOCK30 promo code offering 30% more tokens, the window to maximize returns is closing fast.

Bonus tip: Spend $100+ on BFX during presale and instantly qualify for BlockchainFX’s $500,000 Gleam giveaway, adding even more upside potential.

SUBBD – A Creator Economy Play Losing Steam

SUBBD entered presale with a bold pitch: to become an AI-powered platform for creators and fans, offering direct payments, decentralized governance, and exclusive content monetization. By leveraging Web3, SUBBD aims to remove middlemen like TikTok or YouTube, giving creators greater control over revenue and community engagement.

However, despite its promise, SUBBD has failed to ignite major presale momentum. Priced at $0.0563, the project’s niche positioning in the creator economy has limited its appeal compared to broader platforms like BlockchainFX. While the idea of empowering creators with AI and blockchain tools is intriguing, its traction has been minimal. Investors looking for the best crypto presale pick of 2025 are likely to gravitate toward projects with stronger early adoption, making SUBBD appear more like a speculative side bet than a market leader.

Conclusion – Where the Real Opportunity Lies

When evaluating 2025’s presale landscape, BlockchainFX and SUBBD showcase two very different paths. SUBBD has niche appeal in the creator economy but lacks momentum. BlockchainFX, on the other hand, is demonstrating all the hallmarks of a future market giant: explosive presale growth, strong security, proven adoption, and utility that rivals industry titans.

Based on the latest research and ROI potential, the best crypto presale pick right now is clearly BlockchainFX. With its presale price still at $0.021, upcoming launch at $0.05, and realistic $1 price target on the horizon, BFX offers life-changing potential. Add the AUG35 and BLOCK30 bonus codes, plus the $500,000 Gleam giveaway, and the urgency to act couldn’t be clearer. For investors seeking massive ROI in 2025, BlockchainFX isn’t just another presale – it’s the presale to beat.

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The global wealth creation model is changing: people are no longer waiting to receive weekly or monthly cheques anymore. Cryptocurrency investment, through cloud mining, has opened an avenue for everyone to earn daily passive income from the comfort of their homes. And the best part, they do not need to manage any equipment or monitor markets. But this journey to unlimited wealth starts with choosing the right cloud mining platform.

That is where FY Energy comes in: a high-profit platform for all cloud computing investors worldwide. From the beginner who just heard about crypto investment to established organizations purchasing elite contracts to diversify their portfolio, no one has been left out. FY Energy offers global accessibility, affordable contracts with fixed return rates, and a consistent daily payout model. On joining the platform, new users get a $20 bonus to test the platform on the free trial plan.

About FY Energy, The High Profit Platform Revolutionizing Cryptocurrency Cloud Mining

FY Energy is a registered and regulated cloud computing platform based in USA, and offering its services to individuals and organizations worldwide. The platform possesses a FinCEN-issued MSB license, which projects legitimacy and lets investors know they are dealing with a trusted mining partner.

Since its licensing in 2020, FY Energy has swiftly risen to be the best earning platform that offers various currency options. Investors have access to simultaneous mining of multiple cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, DOGE, SOL, XRP, and more. These contracts carry high return rates paid in consistent daily payouts.

FY Energy is an established blockchain-backed investment platform that utilizes the latest cloud mining technology to offer the most efficient and seamless mining experience. Its data centers operate entirely on solar and wind-generated power, helping individuals and enterprises achieve their net-zero investment goals. But these green practices go beyond reducing carbon footprint and  ESG impact; they lower operational costs and result in higher cloud mining profits.

FY Energy Makes Crypto Wealth Generation Easy for Everyone

Unlike other platforms with restrictive features that keep certain investor categories out, FY Energy is structured to deliver crypto mining profits to everyone. These features show the platform’s commitment to democratized cryptocurrency investment.

• Low entry barriers accessible to everyone:  FY Energy has simplified the sign-up process, not requiring endless verification.
• Affordable cloud mining contracts starting at only $100

• The platform is accessible globally

• No hardware is required to start, as all mining operations are cloud-based

• High-profit mining contracts with high return rates and stable daily payouts

• A guaranteed return on capital plus the earnings at the end of every crypto mining contract

• Short-term contracts: Investors can have easy access to their capital and earnings in a matter of days,
• Transparent fees with zero hidden charges: no electricity or maintenance charges

FY Energy’s Green Computing Power Contracts

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Additional Passive Income Sources For FY Energy Users

Long-term FY Energy users are fully exploiting the platform’s additional passive income streams, and you could too. Through the three-tier affiliate program, members can build a stable crypto income structure and keep earning even without active contracts. How? By sharing the issued affiliate link, users get 5% commissions for Level 1 referrals, 2% for Level 2, and 1% for Level 3.

Moreover, the VIP Club membership carries additional income opportunities. Through consistent contract purchase and with a cumulative capital of $8,800, FY Energy automatically upgrades its users to VIP membership. Members in this elite club earn bonus return rates on contracts and cash awards.Achieve over $10,000 in passive income every day

Expand your wealth-generation opportunity with FY Energy’s multiple passive income avenues.

Robust User Protection Measures

Smart investors know that security is at the core of every efficient cloud mining platform, and FY Energy rises to this challenge. Its security measures merge:

• Offline Cold Wallets to protect most funds

• McAfee® SECURE and Cloudflare® SECURE

• Heavy encryption for all platform operations and data, both in transit and at rest.

With multiple safeguards in action, FY Energy guarantees users are protected at all times.

How to Join FY Energy

1. Sign up for a mining contract on the official FY Energy website.
2. Start on the free trial with the $20 bonus or purchase a mining contract of your choice.
3. When the contract expires, make a withdrawal within minutes or renew the contract.

Conclusion

Generating crypto wealth has never been easier: FY Energy has significantly lowered the initial cost of investment to a mere $100. And by eliminating the need for hardware procurement and maintenance, cryptocurrency miners can earn crypto profits with simple devices that have internet access. FY Energy is a secure and trusted way to enter into cryptocurrency investment and grow significant wealth effortlessly

Company Details

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Cryptocurrency mining remains a lucrative Internet venture, although it has never been easy to enter it. You require costly machines, electricity is becoming more expensive and you require technical talents. These facts make a lot of people unable to mine ETH, BTC, and SOL. The cloud mining service offered by Hashj simplifies all of that, at a lower cost, and more satisfying. As Ethereum (ETH) is approximately 4320, Bitcoin (BTC) is approximately 108,000, and Solana (SOL) is approximately 200, investors could earn a stable passive income- potentially reaching 18,500 a day with cloud mining.

We will discuss in this article why ETH, BTC and SOL continue to be the most popular and widely used mainstream cryptocurrencies on cloud mining, how the Hashj can make the process easy on you and how you can maximize your profit today.Sign up now at www.hashj.io to receive $118 in free mining credits.

Why ETH, BTC, and SOL Are the Top Cloud Mining Choices

In deciding on cryptocurrencies to mine in the cloud, the stability, popularity, and long-term growth are important. ETH, BTC and SOL are a good combination to stable mining income.

• Ethereum (ETH) -There is an increase in the use of DeFi, NFTs, and smart contracts. Ether is among the coins that are mined most. Its strong demand keeps prices stable and good for miners.
• Bitcoin (BTC) – Bitcoin is the oldest and the largest crypto. It has remained the leader since 2009. Cloud mining Bitcoin is a secure method of getting consistent returns.
• Solana (SOL) Solana is described as highly accelerated and small transaction charges. It is one of the hottest projects now. Its increasing application is an asset to every mining plan.

With the addition of ETH, BTC, and SOL to your cloud mining plan, you enjoy a greater diversity, greater income, and reduced risk.

What Is Cloud Mining and Why Choose It?

Traditional mining needs expensive machines, big electricity bills, and regular maintenance. Cloud mining instead allows you to rent professional farms.

Here is the reason why cloud mining with Hashj is the preferable option:

• No physical requirement- You do not need to purchase expensive rigs or to hear noisy fans.
• Minimal to enter fees – ETH, BTC or SOL can be mined at low cost.
• Fastest to set up- Register, select a plan, and you are good to go.
• Daily payouts- Your daily earnings are added to your account.
• International accessibility – Cloud mining can be used anywhere with anybody regardless of his or her location.

Hashj simplifies cloud mining both to those who are new to it and those who have expertise and have the highest benefits with no hassle.

How Much Can You Earn Mining ETH, BTC, and SOL?

Bitcoin mining profits rely on the price of coins, the amount of hashes, and difficulty levels. However, as ETH is at 4,320, BTC over 108,000, and SOL over 200, cloud miners have enormous daily returns.

For example: 

•   A medium-sized mining contract would produce between $3,500 and $5,000 or more per day.
•   Huge contracts in BTC + ETH + SOL mining power can make profits of up to $18,500 per day and above.

That is why so many investors are turning to Hashj Smart Mining Solutions that can help them maximize such returns without the overheads of hardware and electricity.

Hashj Profit Table

Why Hashj Is the Best Choice for Cloud Mining

It is not the first cloud mining provider and there are lots of them; however, Hashj is remarkable due to its:

• Excellent Transparency – You are able to view your mining performance on a real-time dashboard.
• Various Coin choices- You have ETH, BTC, SOL, or a combination of coins to mine at a greater profit.
• Scalable Contracts – You can begin small and gain more power as your income is increasing.
• Instant Withdrawals – You receive instant withdrawals in your pocket without holding-ups.
• Trustworthy Security – Hashj stores all user funds with the highest level of protection.

You are selecting a platform that is focused on trust, performance, and profitability by mining with Hashj.

Steps to Start ETH, BTC, and SOL Cloud Mining with Hashj

It is not as complicated as it sounds to get started. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

•   Sign up now at www.hashj.io to receive $118 in free mining credits.
•   Select a Mining Plan – Select a contract between ETH, BTC or SOL cloud mining.
•   Invest and Start Mining – Select an amount of hash power.
•   Monitor Your Earnings – Monitor your earnings through the dashboard of Hashj.
•   Withdraw Earnings – transfer your daylies to your crypto wallet.

That is, no hardware, no maintenance, no more than profit itself.

The Future of Cloud Mining with ETH, BTC, and SOL

Ether is being updated, Bitcoin is leading, and Solana is developing at high speed. Even more powerful will be the mining of these coins in the future. Cloud mining allows common individuals to gain out of this development without technical strain.

The objective of Hashj is to be one of the leading platforms in this change. It has safe, transparent, and lucrative mining to both new and experienced investors.

Final Thoughts

Passive income in 2025 ETH, BTC, and SOL cloud mining is a highly trusted tool. Assuming Ethereum reaches $4,320, Bitcoin reaches more than $108,000 and Solana reaches 200, miners can earn as much as 18,500 each day through smart contracts on Hashj.

You have been waiting to get the right time to join crypto mining and now is one of the opportunities. Cloud mining eliminates the hassles of equipment acquisition, electricity expenses, and hardware issues, allowing you to have a hassle-free stream of income.

Start your mining today with Hashj and lock in your share of ETH, BTC, and SOL profits.

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Short-term traders are watching Solana for a rebound, but many know that real gains often come from presale entries that offer sharper moves and compressed liquidity setups. When profit rotation flows from established crypto coins into new tokens with immediate catalysts, the upside accelerates quickly.

For those asking is crypto a good investment in the near term, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is emerging as the project designed to deliver outsized short-term returns with mechanisms that directly favor early traders. With its presale already underway, multiple catalysts are aligning that will force price action higher while investors track crypto charts and sentiment swings on the crypto fear and greed index.

Immediate, Measurable Catalysts That Will Drive A 600% Move

Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is expected to launch its beta alongside at the time of the token live event, allowing traders to test core lending and staking functions immediately. This instant utility will differentiate MUTM from presale projects that take months before any real usage appears. With Layer-2 integration planned, throughput will expand and transaction costs will shrink, creating faster cycles of borrowing and lending. 

Each deposit into the system will generate mtTokens, which will act as receipts that can be staked in designated contracts. mtToken stakers will then receive MUTM rewards funded directly from protocol-generated revenue buybacks. This system ensures continuous pressure on supply while rewarding active users, giving both traders and holders a reason to participate.

The math is already proving the opportunity. An early Phase-1 participant who invested $6,000 at $0.01 secured 600,000 MUTM tokens. At the current Phase-6 price of $0.035, that holding is worth $21,000, delivering a net profit of $15,000 and a 3.5× return on paper during presale alone. Now consider the setup for a short-term trader entering in Phase-6 today.

With $1,750 invested at $0.035, the buyer will hold 50,000 MUTM tokens. Once the price delivers a 600% move — equal to a 7× increase — the token will reach $0.245. At that point, the position will be worth $12,250, a net profit of $10,500. These kinds of gains are achievable because utilization growth and constant buybacks will apply continuous upward pressure, driving velocity in price that traders seek.

Presale Information

The presale of Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is already gaining strong momentum. The project has a total supply of 4 billion tokens, and Phase 6 has so far generated around $15.14 million. The current price in this phase is $0.035, with more than 15,850 holders already onboard.

Of the 170 million tokens allocated to this stage, 30% has already sold out. Security and transparency are being prioritized through a CertiK audit of Mutuum Finance (MUTM), conducted via manual review and static analysis, which has delivered a Token Scan Score of 95.00 and a CertiK Skynet Score of 78.00. The project has also grown its following to over 12,000 on Twitter. The audit process was officially requested on February 25, 2025, and revised on May 20, 2025, underscoring its ongoing commitment to compliance and trust-building with its community.

In addition, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) has introduced a $50,000 USDT CertiK bug bounty program with tiered rewards, ensuring added security focus from the developer community. Alongside that, a $100,000 giveaway campaign, structured as ten winners each receiving $10,000 worth of MUTM, will bring further attention and increase participation, boosting short-term demand during presale.

Beyond the pooled system, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) will integrate a P2P lending marketplace that creates new trading opportunities. In this structure, lenders and borrowers will negotiate directly on APYs, durations, and repayment terms. Partial fills will be allowed, ensuring greater flexibility and participation from both sides of the market.

Why The Near-Term Setup Will Create Fast Upside And FOMO

The short-term trading case for Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is built on direct catalysts. The beta release at token listing will give immediate access to the platform, Layer-2 integration will multiply usage speed, and every transaction cycle will channel revenue into MUTM buybacks redistributed to stakers. With expected exchange listings scheduled to follow, market access will expand rapidly, bringing visibility across top trading venues.

This combination of instant product usage, protocol revenue recycling into token buybacks, and exchange discovery creates the ideal near-term setup for rapid price appreciation. The fact that Phase 6 is already 30% sold out makes timing urgent, as the next step into Phase 7 will raise the token price by 15% to $0.040. Traders watching the crypto fear and greed index know momentum shifts quickly — and in this case, hesitation will mean losing the last widely discounted entry before the next revaluation.

For those evaluating is crypto a good investment for the short term, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is positioning itself as more than just another presale token. It is engineered with immediate catalysts and measurable mechanics designed to create fast upside. Solana’s rebound may generate headlines, but the sharper move belongs to the token that delivers utility, revenue buybacks, and compressed presale liquidity. The time to act is during Phase 6, before the market fully recognizes the setup and accelerates toward the next price tier.

For more information about Mutuum Finance (MUTM) visit the links below:

Website: https://www.mutuum.com

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TLDR

• Amplify, with $12.6B AUM, files for an XRP Option Income ETF.
• The fund seeks exposure to XRP’s price movement through options strategies.
• ETF to be listed on Cboe BZX Exchange with a November launch.
• At least 80% of the fund’s assets will be invested in XRP-related financial instruments.
• The fund will not directly invest in XRP, differentiating it from spot XRP ETFs.

Amplify, an asset manager with $12.6 billion in assets under management (AUM), has filed for an XRP ETF. The filing aims to give institutional investors access to the altcoin. However, this new fund differs from the pending spot XRP ETFs, which are still awaiting SEC approval.

Amplify’s XRP Option Income ETF Set for November

Amplify’s XRP Option Income ETF will be listed on the Cboe BZX Exchange. The fund is expected to begin trading in November. The filing highlights that the ETF aims to benefit from the price movement of XRP.

The fund will primarily generate returns by selling options on XRP ETFs, which reference the price of the altcoin. In addition, it will hold shares of XRP ETFs, which will contribute to the fund’s long-term exposure. Amplify plans to invest at least 80% of its assets in financial instruments related to XRP.

The fund’s investment strategy will also include holding ETF options for synthetic exposure to the XRP ETF market. Amplify will use options strategies, such as buying call options and selling put options at the same strike price. Additionally, the fund may also purchase in-the-money call options.

Fund’s Composition and Strategy

The remaining 20% of the fund’s assets will be allocated to U.S. Treasuries, cash, or cash-equivalent investments. Amplify emphasized that the fund will not directly invest in XRP. This sets it apart from the spot XRP ETF applications that seek direct exposure to the altcoin.

Amplify’s filing adds to the growing list of XRP ETF applications in the United States. There are now 16 applications for XRP ETFs, seven of which are spot ETFs from major asset managers such as Grayscale, 21Shares, and WisdomTree.

The application by Amplify signals the increasing interest in XRP-based financial products. Market experts predict that the SEC could approve these funds by October. As a result, they anticipate a surge in demand for XRP-related ETFs, following the success of CME XRP futures and other futures-based ETFs.

The SEC’s decision will be crucial in determining the future of XRP investment options. With multiple applications under review, the approval of XRP ETFs could shape the market landscape. Amplify’s filing demonstrates its confidence in the growing demand for XRP exposure.

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TL;DR

• The US Securities and Exchange Commission continues to delay making a decision on countless filings for spot XRP ETFs despite the recent leadership change.
• However, a new filing with the agency may have a better chance of success.

NEW: @AmplifyETFs just filed for an XRP option income ETF pic.twitter.com/LbJQ6NOEeK

— James Seyffart (@JSeyff) August 29, 2025

New XRP ETF Filing

Filed by Amplify ETFs, an Illinois-based investment company with $12.6 billion in AUM as of July 31, the new XRP ETF application will work quite differently from a regular spot one. For instance, a spot ETF holds the underlying asset directly, while the Options Income variation uses options strategies (mainly covered calls) on XRP (in this case) to generate steady monthly income (yield) for its investors.

In general, such ETFs gain some form of exposure to the underlying asset (which can include direct purchases), sell call options on the holdings to collect premiums, and distribute the proceeds to investors as monthly income.

The options expire on a monthly basis, allowing the ETF to reset its strategy at the end of each month and pay income regularly to shareholders, which becomes a predictable but capped yield. As such, the Monthly Options Income ETF relies more on a steady monthly income rather than a massive price surge for the underlying asset.

Better Chance of Success?

The US SEC has seen numerous changes in its leadership and approach to crypto regulation in 2025. The departure of Gary Gensler, who had led an all-out assault against the industry, allowed the regulator to undertake a more moderate approach, resulting in countless dropped lawsuits, including a positive resolution in the SEC v. Ripple case.

However, the agency is yet to greenlight a spot XRP ETF, even though many futures-based ones saw the light of day. To this day, the SEC keeps delaying making a decision on all filings.

As such, many industry participants and commentators indicated that Amplify ETFs’ application could be approved sooner, as it differs from a regular spot XRP ETF.

Nevertheless, prediction markets and experts still believe that the SEC will greenlight a spot XRP ETF this year. Data from Polymarket shows that the current odds for such a product to hit the US markets in 2025 are at almost 90%.

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Bitcoin’s adverse price movements continued during the early Saturday hours as the asset slumped to a new seven-week low of just over $107,000.

Many altcoins continue with their sluggish performance, while CRO has resumed its recent run with another surge to well over $0.3.

BTC Dipped to $107K

It has been quite a painful period for the primary cryptocurrency, which intensified last Sunday. At the time, the asset had calmed at $115,000 after suring past $117,000 on Friday evening. However, the bears took complete control of the market as the weekend was coming to an end and propelled a massive decline that drove BTC to a multi-week low of under $111,000.

Although bitcoin tried to recover some ground on Monday, its progress was quickly halted, and it dropped further, this time to a new low of $108,750. The bulls intervened once again and pushed BTC to just over $113,000 on Thursday.

Nevertheless, that was another short-lived rally as the bears initiated another leg down that culminated earlier this morning when bitcoin nosedived to its lowest level since early July of $107,100.

It has bounced off since then and currently trades above $108,500, but it’s still 1% down on the day. Its market cap has dumped to $2.160 trillion on CG, while its dominance over the alts is fighting to remain above 56%.

CRO Back on the Gas Pedal

The biggest gainer of the week was undoubtedly Cronos’ CRO, which skyrocketed following massive adoption news from companies related to the current US President. In just a few days, the asset went from roughly $0.15 to a multi-year peak of $0.38. It dipped below $0.3 yesterday during the market-wide retracement, but it has added over 11% of value daily and is back to over $0.32.

OKB is another recent high-flyer that has resumed its rally, and a 10% daily pump has pushed it to almost $180. Pi Network’s native token has regained some traction, and a 6% surge has driven it to $0.37.

The rest of the larger-cap alts are quite sluggish on a daily scale, with minor gains from ETH, BNB, DOGE, ADA, TRX, and SUI, while XRP, SOL, LINK, HYPE, and XLM are with insignificant losses.

The total crypto market cap has recovered some ground since its low this morning and is up to $3.850 trillion on CG.

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[PRESS RELEASE – Dubai, UAE, August 29th, 2025, Chainwire]

Ethereum-based meme project Pepeto ($PEPETO) has raised over $6.5 million in its ongoing presale, with more than 40 billion tokens sold so far. The presale is taking place amid a broader 2025 trend of renewed activity in meme-themed digital assets, marked by increased social engagement and narrative-driven participation.

While many expected utility-based blockchains to dominate this year, meme coins like Pepeto prove they’re still leading much of the online hype, especially when paired with real products like exchanges, bridges, and staking tools.

Pepeto Presale Crosses $6.5M Milestone

$PEPETO has recorded over $6.5 million in presale funding to date, with increased participation reported following the release of its exchange demo. According to the Pepeto team, this places the project among the more heavily funded Ethereum-based meme-themed initiatives launched in 2025.

Currently priced at $0.000000150 per token, $PEPETO remains accessible for early investors looking to join before it opens for public trading.

Community Hype and Exchange Demo Fuel Visibility

Pepeto’s team attributes its current visibility to growing community activity across platforms such as Twitter and Telegram. The recent release of the demo exchange has prompted increased user engagement on social media channels.

According to the Pepeto team, the current level of community engagement reflects patterns seen in earlier meme token cycles, with the project aiming to build on this momentum through its Ethereum-based infrastructure

Pepeto’s Growth Overview

Several key factors are fueling Pepeto’s milestone presale:

• Ethereum-Based Foundation: Built on Ethereum, Pepeto benefits from the security and recognition of the network while introducing unique utilities.
• Viral Community Engagement: Over 100,000 active followers across socials continue to amplify Pepeto’s story, making it one of the most discussed presales of 2025.
• Dual Security Audits: Fully audited by SolidProof and Coinsult, giving cautious investors more confidence in the project’s legitimacy.
• Strategic Tokenomics: A fixed supply of 420T tokens, mirroring Pepe, with allocations for presale, staking (242% APY), marketing, and liquidity, designed to support sustainable growth.
• Utility-Backed Ecosystem: A demo version of the Pepeto Exchange has already been displayed on socials, showcasing the zero-fee exchange, swap tech, and bridge. Applications are opening for Web3 projects to list in Stage 2.

What’s Next for Pepeto After the Presale?

With the presale still active, Pepeto’s team has confirmed that Tier 1 exchange listings are in discussion, liquidity provisioning, and wider marketing will follow immediately after. These moves are designed to position $PEPETO strongly for its next market phase.

Watch youtube video – Pepeto launch its exchange ahead of listing

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVWPsZ69xnw

To date, Pepeto has secured over $6.5 million and distributed tens of billions of tokens through its presale. This shows real belief in the project’s roadmap and utility-first meme coin approach. The team’s transparency and consistent delivery continue to drive attention from retail and whale investors alike.

According to the Pepeto team, the project’s strategy is focused on long-term development rather than short-term market activity following its public trading launch. It’s creating the home of meme coins, powered by real infrastructure, scalable tech, and a Pepe-faced brand that’s already making waves like what history showed with Dogecoin, Shiba and Pepe itself.

Users can visit pepeto.io to secure their place before the presale gates close.

About Pepeto

Pepeto is an Ethereum-based project combining meme culture with a real ecosystem. With tools like a zero-fee decentralized exchange, staking platform, and multi-chain bridge, Pepeto blends hype with substance.

For More Details About PEPETO, Users Can Visit The Link Below:

Website: https://pepeto.io

X: https://x.com/Pepetocoin

Telegram channel: https://t.me/pepeto_channel

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pepetocoin/

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TL;DR

• Ripple and its native cryptocurrency enjoyed most of 2025, with massive partnerships and SEC case resolutions for the former and a new all-time high for the latter.
• With just four months left for this year, we decided to ask ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini about XRP’s future by the end of it.

What’s Next in 2025?

Hidden Road’s purchase for $1.25 billion stands out as the most significant acquisition made by the Brad Garlinghouse-spearheaded company this year, as some believe it will be a game-changer for both Ripple and XRP.

When it comes down to positive developments, though, perhaps nothing trumps the developments on the legal case against the SEC, where the two parties have agreed to drop it entirely. The only remaining step is for the judge presiding over the case to affix their official signature.

XRP felt the positive consequences of these and other developments throughout the year and peaked at $3.65 in July, thus breaking its January 2018 all-time high of $3.4. However, it has skipped a beat since then and now struggles below $3. As such, we decided to ask the most popular AI solutions what they think might happen by the end of the year.

ChatGPT started with what’s most commonly anticipated – a quick rebound. It touched upon some forecasts made by established names in the financial industry, such as Standard Chartered, and outlined a $5.50 target for XRP by the end of the year.

Although it admitted that Ripple’s cross-border token now has some competition in the face of rivals like Remittix (RTX), and that the overall demand for the asset has dwindled in the past several weeks, it remains bullish about its trajectory in 2025.

“While the sharp retrace below $3 marks a challenging phase, XRP still holds bullish potential if it reclaims key resistance zones, maintains volume inflows, and is supported by positive macro/regulatory developments.”

Its best-case reasonable target is, as mentioned above, somewhere between $5 and $6, but it also provided an “extended bullish outlook,” which sees the asset skyrocketing to $10-$12. However, it noted that this could take place only “under strong momentum and sentiment.”

Grok and Gemini Say…

After the mandatory “this is not financial advice” disclaimer, Gemini said several key factors can shape XRP’s future in the following four months. They include the official conclusion of the SEC lawsuit, Ripple’s role in the ever-growing Real-World Asset (RWA) space, the potential approvals of spot XRP ETFs in the US, and the broader market conditions and economic factors.

Grok warned investors that they should expect XRP to “remain volatile by the end of 2025.” However, it added that the overall market structure continues to lean bullish, which should help XRP reclaim the $3 support. Its projection for the next four months includes price fluctuations between $3 and $5.50 or even higher.

“XRP holds significant upside potential contingent on positive catalysts, but may also experience periods of consolidation or retracement depending on market conditions. This balanced outlook reflects XRP’s evolving role in the crypto financial ecosystem through 2025,” Grok concluded.

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Ripple’s native cryptocurrency continues its downward trend, causing it to lose the third spot in terms of market capitalization.

Tether’s USDT has taken it back after a few months of being fourth, as its own market cap has grown to $167,613,338 on CoinGecko.

Recall that XRP skyrocketed to a new all-time high of $3.65 in mid-July after it broke out of its consolidation phase at around $2.2. Since then, though, the asset has failed to maintain its run and has frequently dropped below the crucial $3 support line.

The past 24-36 hours were not kind to the entire cryptocurrency market, and XRP was not spared. As BTC dumped to a seven-week low, Ripple’s cross-border token followed suit and slipped to $2.73 for the first time since August 3.

Despite recovering some ground to trade at just over $2.8 as of press time, XRP is still 4% down on the day and 6% weekly.

Ripple has also lost traction on the global assets’ scale. The company and its token, which had entered the top 100 assets by market cap after the July rally, have now dropped out of that prestigious club and are down to the 121st spot, according to 8marketcap.

Although Ripple is still above the likes of Sony, Airbus, Allianz, and Accenture, it has lost positioning to Charles Schwab, BlackRock, and Xiaomi.

Despite the current drawback, multiple community members and analysts believe XRP still has a long way to go this cycle, and here are some of the most optistic price predictions.

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