Peter Thiel-backed Bullish files for US IPO after reporting $150M in profit and holding $2.4B in customer assets.

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Block will join the S&P 500 on July 23, sending shares up over 10% in after-hours trading amid rising investor confidence.

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Judge lets Tornado Cashs Roman Storm argue privacy use but bars right to privacy claims. Trial expected to last three weeks.

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The GENIUS Act could bolster the US dollar's global dominance, enhance financial stability, and drive innovation in the crypto sector.

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Portnoy's missed XRP gains highlight the volatility and unpredictability of crypto markets, underscoring the risks of speculative trading.

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The Senate Agriculture Committee will consider President Donald Trump’s nominee for chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Brian Quintenz, as lawmakers weigh a broader shift in crypto regulation that could dramatically expand the agency’s role.

The committee is scheduled to review Quintenz’s nomination during a July 21 hearing, ahead of a full Senate vote regarding his appointment expected next week.

His confirmation would come at a pivotal moment as Congress debates the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act legislation. The legislation aims to establish a clear regulatory framework for the digital asset industry and designate a primary supervisor.

Quintenz, a former CFTC commissioner, may have to lead the agency alone. Acting Chair Caroline Pham and Commissioner Kristin Johnson are both anticipated to depart by the end of 2025, and no additional nominations have been announced.

The CLARITY Act, which passed the House on July 17 with bipartisan support, proposes a regulatory framework that would designate the CFTC as the lead watchdog for most digital commodities, including crypto.

Its future in the Senate remains uncertain, with possible amendments and political divisions still in play. Senate Banking Committee leaders have expressed interest in moving the bill forward before October, though no formal vote has been scheduled.

If passed, the legislation could recalibrate the balance of power between the CFTC and the SEC, the nation’s two primary financial regulators.

While the crypto industry has largely backed the bill as a step toward clearer oversight, regulatory leadership changes may complicate implementation.

The CFTC’s existing leadership has signaled support for the proposed reforms, emphasizing the agency’s readiness to adapt.

Should Quintenz be confirmed without further appointments, he may find himself guiding the CFTC through one of the most consequential shifts in its history without additional support.

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Ethereum (ETH) registered significant improvements in the second quarter, including increased inflows of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), layer-2 activity, and liquidity, which enhance the prospects for the third quarter.

According to the “Charting Crypto Q3 2025” report by Coinbase and Glassnode, US-traded spot Ethereum ETFs captured $1.7 billion in net inflows last quarter, overturning the prior period’s outflows.

Institutional flows flip positive

Furthermore, layer‑2 throughput climbed 7%, while average user fees dropped 39%. This was followed by an 8% increase in liquid supply, while long‑dormant balances shrank 6%.

As a result of the improvements seen last quarter, the share of ETH held at a profit increased from under 40% to nearly 90%. Additionally, the total value locked on Ethereum reached $ 63.2 billion.

The improvements are also registered in the derivatives market, where daily perpetual futures turnover averaged $51.4 billion, up 56% quarter‑over‑quarter.

Aggregate inflows erased a first‑quarter $200 million leak and restored momentum for managers positioning ETH as the market’s second large‑cap crypto. 

Futures open interest totaled $14.5 billion on June 30 despite a 6.9% quarterly pullback, highlighting deeper liquidity across regulated venues. 

Meanwhile, options open interest stood at $ 5.3 billion, with derivatives desks also logging an 11% uptick in term‑futures volume, signaling growing hedging appetite.

Network activity and economics

Developers and users benefited from a 39% decline in base layer fees as rollups absorbed more transactions, sharpening the economics of on‑chain application deployment. 

At the same time, Ethereum’s inflation rate remained modest, at approximately 0.75% annualized. This cushioned long-term supply pressure. 

Staked ETH continued to climb, and the report plotted both total staked value and the associated annual yield among its core fundamentals tables.

On-chain analytics show that holders used the second-quarter price recovery to reposition. Liquid coins, defined as those moved within 90 days, rose 8%, whereas coins untouched for more than a year fell 6%.

This indicated controlled profit‑taking rather than wholesale distribution. ETH’s Net Unrealized Profit/Loss flipped from capitulation to optimism between the first and second quarters, aligning with market‑cycle models that track investor sentiment shifts. 

The pool of coins sitting below cost plummeted from more than 40 million to fewer than 10 million over the same period.

DeFi collateral base and market share

Ethereum’s $63 billion total value locked (TVL) in the DeFi ecosystem is spread across lending, decentralized exchanges, and yield farming protocols. 

Ether also expanded its slice of total crypto market capitalization alongside Bitcoin and Solana as investors rotated toward perceived blue‑chip assets.

Perpetual swap funding rates, tracked alongside Bitcoin and Solana, remained neutral to positive through late June, suggesting balanced speculative positioning rather than froth.

However, the report cautioned that sustained ETF inflows and favorable fee conditions must persist to maintain the second-quarter constructive backdrop. 

Nevertheless, it noted that Ethereum now enters the third quarter with stronger institutional sponsorship, lower transaction costs, and a healthier on-chain profit profile.

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World Liberty Financial announced that its WLFI governance token will begin trading within six to eight weeks of July 18, completing a community mandate that authorized on-chain transfers and secondary market access. 

According to the project’s announcement on X, the team will use the lead time to finalize “strategic alignments,” such as exchange listings and staged unlock schedules, aimed at broad participant inclusion.

Governance approval and unlock framework

Token holders cleared the path to tradability with an overwhelming ballot that closed July 16. Voting data in the proposal forum showed 11.1 billion WLFI, approximately 99.94% of participating supply, supporting the plan to lift transfer restrictions. 

The governance measure was first posted on July 4 and transitioned to on-chain voting on July 9. Under the directive, the core team will transition WLFI from a closed ledger to a permissionless circulation model, allowing holders to move tokens peer-to-peer and list them on external venues.

The framework introduces phased unlocks. Early supporters gain immediate liquidity when trading opens, while founder, team, and adviser allocations stay locked under a longer vesting curve that requires a separate community vote. 

Project documents state that the second vote will also decide emission parameters, incentive programs, and treasury actions once WLFI operates in open markets.

Project background and next actions

World Liberty Financial positions itself as a decentralized finance and digital wealth platform backed by former President Donald Trump and his family. 

The application bridges traditional financial services with on‑chain products, including the WLFI token and the USD‑pegged stablecoin USD1. Launch materials describe the project’s objective as maintaining the dollar’s role in global settlement through dollar‑denominated stablecoins.

With governance clearance in hand, the development team plans to activate transfer functionality, trigger the first tranche of early‑supporter unlocks, and prepare a follow‑up vote on locked allocations. 

The X thread said the interim period will focus on forging “powerhouse deals” and “epic listings” that could reshape WLFI’s market reach. 

It also signaled upcoming entry options for users who did not participate in earlier rounds, noting that “new paths are opening for those who missed out.”

World Liberty Financial will publish implementation specifics, including any eligibility screens, in a separate update before trading begins.

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President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law on July 18, pledging that the measure will secure “global dominance” in crypto technology.

The legislation gives the US its first federal framework for dollar‑backed stablecoins. Trump celebrated the passing of the bill, saying:

“Crypto has gone up more than any stock. Crypto makes the dollar look good. Crypto is good for the dollar, the nation.” 

He added that the GENIUS Act positions the country to lead the sector and vowed to approve broader crypto market structure legislation before the end of the year. 

Senate Banking Committee ranking member Tim Scott called the statute “regulatory clarity for the stablecoin industry” and said faster, cheaper payments would “solidify the US dollar’s dominance across the world.” 

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent echoed the theme in an X post, thanking House Republicans for “actions that keep the promise” to make America the “crypto capital of the world.”

Stablecoin framework

The GENIUS Act creates a federal framework for issuing and overseeing payment stablecoins.

It assigns the Federal Reserve to license and supervise national-level, insured depository institutions, while permitting eligible, state-chartered firms to mint dollar-pegged tokens if they meet equivalent standards on reserves, disclosures, redemptions, and risk controls.

Issuers must back every token with high-quality liquid assets, such as cash, Treasury bills, or other short-dated government securities, that match their outstanding liabilities and provide regular attestation reports.

The law also directs bank regulators to set examination schedules, guarantees consumers the right to redeem at face value within specific time frames, and requires that reserve assets remain segregated unless customers give explicit consent for rehypothecation.

Last stretch

The House cleared the GENIUS Act 307‑122 on July 17, one day after adopting a 215‑211 motion to reconsider a procedural package that combined the GENIUS Act with the CLARITY Act and the Anti‑CBDC Surveillance Act.

Lawmakers first bundled the three measures on July 16 to expedite floor action, but that resolution did not constitute enrollable text. Committee staff then prepared the GENIUS language as a stand‑alone bill that both chambers could pass in identical form. 

The Senate approved the consolidated version late on July 17, completing the bicameral process required for enrollment and presentation to the White House.

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JPMorgan’s latest research indicates that international regulators are more inclined to support tokenized deposits, particularly those that preserve the existing structure and stability of fiat-based banking systems, The Block reported on July 18.

According to the Wall Street lender, financial regulators outside the United States are showing a growing preference for tokenized bank deposits over stablecoins.

The trend highlights a shift in how traditional finance seeks to adapt digital technologies without compromising core regulatory and systemic safeguards.

The research, led by JPMorgan’s Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, highlights how central banks and regulators, including the Bank of England, are leaning toward digital instruments issued by commercial banks that remain fully integrated within the existing financial system.

These tokenized deposits operate on blockchain infrastructure while maintaining the foundational protections of traditional deposits, such as access to central bank liquidity, capital buffers, and compliance with anti-money laundering rules.

Stability and control concerns

The version of tokenized deposits attracting the most regulatory support is the non-transferable kind, also known as non-bearer deposits, which are settled between accounts at full face value.

These instruments minimize the risk of price deviation and preserve uniformity across forms of money, a concept often referred to as the “singleness of money.”

In contrast, stablecoins and transferable (bearer-style) digital deposits can be subject to fluctuations in market value due to credit concerns or liquidity mismatches. Additionally, past market failures have raised red flags about the potential volatility of privately issued digital currencies.

While stablecoins remain more widely used in crypto markets due to their ease of transfer and broad liquidity, JPMorgan’s report noted that such assets often keep their backing within the traditional banking system by investing in instruments like short-term government debt.

As such, they do not represent a true exit from the regulated financial framework.

Diverging paths

In regions like the UK, regulators have questioned the viability of allowing commercial banks to issue stablecoins, especially under frameworks that might require them to hold central bank reserves without generating yield.

JPMorgan’s analysis suggested that such conditions would reduce incentives for banks to issue their own stablecoins.

Meanwhile, U.S. policymakers are taking a different stance. The expected passage of the GENIUS Act, a legislative effort led by President Donald Trump, would allow banks to issue stablecoins directly and promote their use in domestic payments.

This signals a more open approach to integrating stablecoins within the broader financial ecosystem.

JPMorgan itself is exploring tokenized solutions through JPMD, a permissioned deposit coin currently being piloted on Base. The lender is also testing the waters with stablecoins behind closed doors.

The bank filed a trademark for the deposit token product in June, pointing to potential applications in settlement, programmable finance, and cross-bank transfers.

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Bitcoin Price Hits New ATH — But the Momentum Fades

Bitcoin ($BTC) officially reached a new all-time high this week, spiking to around $123,000 before retracing back to the $118,000 zone. The rally was explosive and confirmed bullish momentum across the board, but as of now, consolidation has taken over. The big question on everyone’s mind: Is this just a cooldown — or the start of a deeper pullback?

BTC/USD 4-hours chart - TradingView

A quick look at the 4H chart (attached) shows signs of short-term weakness, but also critical support zones that could act as buffers before a major crash.

Bitcoin Chart Analysis: Is $110K the Next Stop?

The current 4-hour chart reveals some important technical signals:

• Support at $118,000 has just been broken, as seen by the red candle drop below the orange horizontal zone and both MA lines (9 and 21 EMA).
• Next major support is marked at $116,000, which aligns with the previous consolidation zone from earlier in the month.

If $116,000 fails to hold, the $110,470 and $109,000 levels come into play — zones that many analysts now mention as potential retracement targets.

The RSI indicator is also signaling weakening momentum. With a current RSI around 45.5, the bullish strength is cooling, and traders might be heading into a more cautious phase.

Bearish or Just a Healthy Correction?

While a drop to $110,000 is definitely possible, it doesn’t necessarily signal the end of the bull run. In fact:

• The macro trend remains bullish, with BTC still trading well above its 21 EMA on the daily.
• The last correction brought BTC down only ~7% before buyers stepped in — a standard move after a parabolic rise.

As long as Bitcoin remains above $109K–$110K, the structure stays intact for another push higher in the coming weeks.

Bitcoin Price Prediction: What to Watch Next for BTC Price?

If $Bitcoin reclaims the $118K zone and prints a higher low, bulls might regain control and test $123K again. However, if sellers dominate and push BTC below $116K, prepare for a deeper dip toward $110K — where bargain hunters might step back in.

Keep an eye on RSI recovery, price action around $116K, and potential bullish divergence. This is a key zone that could dictate the next big move.

Litecoin (LTC) price just staged a powerful breakout, closing the day at $104.95 with a 5.46% gain. Based on the Heikin Ashi daily chart and supporting indicators, this surge looks technically meaningful — and potentially the beginning of a much larger move. Let's dive deep into the current LTC price setup and examine whether $120 is the next logical target.

LTC Price Prediction: Why Did Litecoin Price Just Spike?

Litecoin price recently broke out of a multi-week consolidation range between $82 and $96. The current surge above $104 has pushed LTC price to its highest level since early June. The candlesticks on the Heikin Ashi chart show strong bullish momentum — with long green candles and no lower shadows, indicating sustained buying pressure.

Is This a Fibonacci-Based Breakout?

Yes — and the chart confirms it. The Fibonacci retracement tool (drawn from the previous local high to low) shows that Litecoin price has decisively broken past the 0.618 level (~$100.32), which typically acts as a "golden ratio" resistance. The next levels to watch are:

• 0.786 Fibonacci level at ~$107.60
• 1.0 Fibonacci extension at ~$112.25

These are not just random lines — historically, crypto assets tend to respect these Fibonacci levels due to their psychological and algorithmic importance.

Calculation Insight:
If we treat $82 as the swing low and $112 as the recent high, the total price range = $30. A 1.618 extension would give:

$82 + (1.618 x $30) = $82 + $48.54 = $130.54

This sets up a mid-term price target of $130.50, which aligns with our technical breakout theory.

RSI Warning or Confirmation?

The RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 78.06, which indicates overbought conditions. However, this isn't necessarily a bearish sign. In breakout scenarios, RSI can remain in the 75–85 zone for extended periods during trending phases.

In fact, back in May, Litecoin price rallied from $84 to $112 even as RSI hovered around 80. We're seeing similar behavior now, suggesting the momentum is not exhausted — it's just heating up.

Chart Structure: 1-2-3 Pattern in Play?

Visibly, the Fibonacci lines and the blue cycle markers suggest a 1-2-3 bullish continuation pattern may be unfolding. The key base near $82 (marked as “0”) and the second low around $90 (“1”) set up the breakout leg. Point “3” could stretch to $112 or beyond if bulls maintain pressure.

Short-Term LTC Price Prediction: Where Is Litecoin Price Headed?

Given the breakout strength, momentum indicators, and Fibonacci structure, here's a likely scenario for the next few days:

• Support Zone: $96 to $100 (prior resistance, now flipped support)
• Immediate Resistance: $107.60 (0.786 fib), then $112.25 (1.0 fib)
• Bullish Extension Target: $120–$130 (1.272 and 1.618 fib levels)

Expect some profit-taking near $112, but if LTC price holds $100 as support, the next leg could be explosive.

Is It Time to Buy LTC?

Litecoin’s current move is not a random spike — it’s a technical breakout backed by volume, pattern structure, and Fibonacci logic. While the RSI is high, the historical context shows LTC price thrives in high-momentum phases.

If Litecoin price holds above $100, the next major target could be $120–$130, offering a potential 15% to 25% upside in the short to medium term.

However, traders should watch for any fakeouts or closes below $96 — that would invalidate the breakout thesis.

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Bitcoin Led the Charge — Altcoins Followed

The crypto market just had one of its biggest weekly rallies in recent memory. Bitcoin ($BTC) soared past its all-time high, hitting around $123,000 on some exchanges, before cooling slightly and consolidating near $118,000 today. This breakout triggered a tidal wave of bullish momentum across the altcoin space.

BTC/USD 4-hours chart - TradingView

Ethereum ($ETH) surged to over $3,615, marking a weekly gain of +19.53%. $XRP followed with a +32.51% weekly jump, now trading around $3.45. Other heavyweights like Solana and Dogecoin also posted solid gains — proof that the altcoin season might be heating up again.

But not every coin is flying. Some notable tokens are currently down, making them attractive "buy-the-dip" opportunities before the next potential leg up.

3 Cryptos to BUY Before Next Week

1. Pump.fun (PUMP)

• Current Price: $0.004628
• 7-Day Drop: -26.19%
• Market Cap: $1.63B

After a monster run last month, $PUMP is now in deep correction territory. This pullback might just be the healthy reset needed before the next hype cycle kicks in. With a circulating supply of 354 billion tokens and over $1.17B in 24h volume, $PUMP still has plenty of activity — perfect for short-term traders and meme coin hunters alike.

2. Pi Network (PI)

• Current Price: $0.4535
• 7-Day Drop: -10.20%
• Market Cap: $3.49B

Despite growing community strength, Pi has dropped over 10% this week. However, its fundamentals and large supply base (7.71B PI) suggest this is a temporary dip. If the market rebounds next week, PI could catch a strong upside wave.

3. OKB (OKB)

• Current Price: $48.55
• 7-Day Drop: -2.07%
• Market Cap: $2.91B

OKB, the native token of OKX exchange, has shown resilience and growth potential. While it’s down slightly, it remains a solid long-term play with strong fundamentals and one of the most reliable exchange ecosystems backing it. Recent dips make this a value buy opportunity.

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Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the release of Web3 Young Learners’ Encyclopedia, marking a key milestone in its #Blockchain4Youth global education initiative. The print edition will be distributed across schools, libraries, and community centers to promote blockchain literacy among young learners, while the digital version will be available through CoinGecko, the leading independent crypto data aggregator.

Structured as an A-to-Z guide, the encyclopedia introduces young readers to the world of blockchain through easy-to-understand terms, think “A is for Altcoin” and “Z is for Zero-Knowledge Proofs.” Each letter features clear definitions and playful illustrations that break down complex ideas into bite-sized, beginner-friendly explanations. It’s a fun, approachable way to spark curiosity about digital finance and help kids grasp the building blocks of Web3 from an early age.

“To me, education remains the most effective entry point to the future of blockchain,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “The encyclopedia is designed to bridge the knowledge gap by meeting young learners where they are with clear language and relevant examples, in a format that makes blockchain approachable.”

The development of the encyclopedia was undertaken in collaboration with Cryptita Plays, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to empowering youth through blockchain education and outreach programs. Drawing from its experience working directly with students and educators in underserved communities, Cryptita Plays provided valuable on-the-ground insights that helped shape the content and approach of the encyclopedia. This partnership reinforces the shared goal of both organizations—to make blockchain education more approachable, inclusive, and impactful for young learners worldwide.

“Our aim has always been to make blockchain meaningful to the next generation—not as a distant concept, but as something they can see, touch, and understand,” said Arshelene Lingao, founder of Cryptita Plays. “This encyclopedia is a tool to help bring those ideas to life and beyond the classroom.”

The print rollout will commence in areas where internet access is limited or inconsistent, allowing for offline education in underserved regions. The printed edition complements the online version of the encyclopedia, which remains accessible to learners worldwide, encouraging learning and multilingual adaptation. The online encyclopedia can be found here. To extend its reach, the digital edition will also be hosted on CoinGecko, making the encyclopedia more accessible to young learners, educators, and blockchain newcomers globally. CoinGecko users can redeem the encyclopedia through the Candy Rewards program using Candies earned from daily check-ins. View the CoinGecko page here.

“Blockchain is often framed as the future, but its impact already shapes lives today. The goal is to ensure young people, regardless of geography or background, have the tools to participate in that future,” said Vugar Usi Zade, COO of Bitget. “This encyclopedia is one way of turning abstract concepts into real plans. It’s a small start, but an important one.”

The encyclopedia is part of Bitget’s broader Blockchain4Youth initiative, a global education effort aimed at equipping the next generation with foundational knowledge of blockchain and digital assets. Designed to be both accessible and engaging, the initiative delivers learning resources through physical publications like the encyclopedia, as well as digital content and in-person programming. By introducing key Web3 concepts in formats that are age-appropriate and widely accessible, Blockchain4Youth aims to make blockchain literacy a practical reality for students worldwide, particularly in regions where access to emerging technology education is limited.

To learn more about the encyclopedia, visit here.

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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. Formerly known as BitKeep, 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 at the forefront of 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, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist), and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

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Ethereum Classic (ETC) price has erupted with a powerful move, catching the attention of crypto traders and investors alike. As of July 18, 2025, ETC price is trading around $22.07 after a massive +10.45% daily surge. Let’s dive deep into the chart to analyze this breakout, forecast potential targets, and assess whether $30 is within reach.

ETC Price Prediction: Why Is Ethereum Classic Price Pumping?

Ethereum Classic price has shown explosive momentum in the last few sessions, breaking out of a prolonged consolidation zone around $16–$18. This rally appears to be driven by a technical breakout, supported by volume spikes and bullish market sentiment. With Bitcoin and other altcoins pumping, ETC price is also benefiting from a broader market uptrend.

What Does the Chart Say?

Looking at the daily Heikin Ashi chart:

• Strong Bullish Candles: The last few candles show minimal wicks on the downside and strong bodies—typical of trend confirmation in Heikin Ashi analysis.
• Breakout Above Resistance: ETC price has decisively broken above the $20 psychological level and is now testing the next resistance zone at $23.86.
• Fibonacci Projections: Using the swing low of ~$13.5 (late June) and the recent high of ~$23.86, the 1.618 Fibonacci extension level lands around $29.40, which aligns with our prediction zone.

RSI Warning: Is ETC Overbought?

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently at 83.23, which is well into overbought territory. While this often signals an incoming pullback, it can also indicate sustained momentum during parabolic runs.

Historical moves in Ethereum classic price show that during similar RSI peaks:

In May 2021, ETC price continued to rally an additional 30–40% after RSI reached 80+ before a reversal.

Applying that logic here, a 30% increase from the current price of $22.07 gives a projected target of:

22.07×1.30=28.69

Which is very close to the $29.40 Fibonacci extension—validating it as a likely resistance zone.

ETC Price Prediction: Can Ethereum Classic Price Hit $30?

Yes—if momentum holds, ETC price could rally to $29–$30 within the next 7–10 trading days.

Here’s the setup:

• Support Zone: $20.50–$21.00 (previous resistance now turned support)
• Immediate Resistance: $23.86 (recent high)
• Target Zone: $28.50–$30.00 (1.5x–1.618 Fibonacci extension + RSI continuation logic)

However, if Ethereum classic price breaks below $20.50, the move may be invalidated short term, pushing ETC back to $18–$19 for consolidation.

What Should Traders Watch Next?

• Volume Confirmation: Sustained volume is critical to support continuation.
• Bearish Divergence on RSI: If price climbs but RSI starts declining, expect a correction.
• Altcoin Market Sentiment: If Ethereum (ETH) or Bitcoin (BTC) pull back sharply, ETC will likely follow.

If current momentum persists and broader market conditions remain bullish, Ethereum Classic price is poised to touch $29–$30 before the end of July 2025. However, traders should brace for short-term volatility and potential profit booking around $24–$25.

Target: $30
Stop Loss: Below $20.50
Short-Term Bias: Bullish
Long-Term Outlook: Neutral-to-Bullish (needs breakout confirmation on weekly chart)

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June 27, 2025 – R0AR, a decentralized protocol for privacy-preserving reputation and verifiable participation, has officially listed its $1R0R token on the global exchange MEXC.

The listing brings the $1R0R token to a broader global audience via the 1R0R/USDT trading pair, deepening access to R0AR’s growing ecosystem of modular, non-transferable credentials. R0AR enables communities, creators, and contributors to build portable onchain reputation systems that are secure, composable, and privacy-preserving.

“This listing is a major step in expanding access to verifiable participation online,” said Dustin Hedrick, Co-Founder and CTO of R0AR. “We’re building infrastructure that lets people earn and prove reputation onchain without giving up privacy.”

R0AR’s infrastructure supports a wide range of use cases, from reputation-based governance and non-transferrable badge issuance, to composable community trust scores and privacy-preserving sybil resistance.

The $1R0R token serves as the utility asset of the protocol, powering key actions such as credential issuance, modular attestation building, and quadratic staking mechanisms that underpin influence and discovery within the system. The 1R0R token powers the entire R0ARverse and is an ERC-20 token that serves multiple functions within the DeFi ecosystem.

With $4.6 million already secured from a token presale, R0AR is preparing for the next phase in September. During this upcoming presale, 1R0R tokens will be subject to a 365-day vesting schedule, with daily allocations rewarded directly to token holders’ R0AR wallets.

The R0AR token holds a 10 billion token cap, and is available for purchase on the R0AR platform, and BitMart. 1R0R is available to trade on leading decentralized exchanges including Uniswap, SushiSwap, PancakeSwap, and Balancer.

Rooted in zero-knowledge cryptography and anti-sybil design, R0AR aims to build a more trustworthy internet, where presence and participation are verifiable but not extractive.

For more information, visit www.r0ar.io or follow @r0arplatform on X.

About R0AR

R0AR is a Web3 ecosystem focused on building transparent, utility-driven experiences for decentralized finance. Co-founded by Dustin Hedrick and Brandon Billings, R0AR combines cutting-edge blockchain technology with thoughtful design to deliver staking, AI-powered tools, and NFT-enabled rewards through its growing platform. With a strong community and a commitment to security, R0AR is redefining what it means to build with trust in the decentralized economy.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is a leading cryptocurrency exchange serving over 10 million users globally. Known for its high-performance trading engine and wide token availability, MEXC supports spot, margin, and futures markets across a diverse asset portfolio.

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TLDR: 

• MEI Pharma sets up $100M Litecoin treasury with major institutional backing.
• Litecoin creator Charlie Lee joins MEI Pharma board to lead crypto expansion.
• GSR and Titan Partners collaborate to execute LTC treasury strategy.
• Move signals Litecoin’s entry into corporate finance and long-term adoption.

MEI Pharma is taking a big step into crypto. The company is building a $100 million Litecoin treasury and bringing in major players to lead it. This move signals a shift as Litecoin gains ground in traditional finance. 

At the center of the plan is Litecoin’s creator, Charlie Lee, who’s joining MEI Pharma’s board. The Litecoin Foundation is also backing the strategy with its investment.

Pharma Firm Bets on Litecoin

MEI Pharma is working with Titan Partners Group and GSR, a crypto investment firm, to launch the new treasury. Over $100 million has already been committed, according to the Litecoin Foundation’s announcement. This marks one of the largest institutional moves into Litecoin so far.

Charlie Lee, known for launching Litecoin in 2011, is now taking an active role in guiding MEI Pharma’s crypto expansion. His position on the board ties the project closely to Litecoin’s development. 

The Litecoin Foundation also aligned the move with its goal of pushing wider Litecoin adoption.

https://t.co/a4Rr7NfOLH

— Litecoin Foundation (@LTCFoundation) July 18, 2025

Lee’s involvement gives the plan more weight. His track record includes pushing Litecoin upgrades like SegWit and opt-in privacy features. These innovations have helped make Litecoin a reliable payment option over the years.

He also played a role in shaping Bitcoin’s growth, having contributed to research labs and other technical improvements. His experience brings strong technical leadership to MEI Pharma’s treasury plan.

Lee said the strategy brings LTC’s utility into an institutional setting, something that hasn’t been done on this scale before.

Litecoin Gains Support from Crypto Investors

Crypto watchers were quick to react. A tweet from Crypto Snorlax called Litecoin one of the best high-liquidity bets in crypto. He pointed to every bull cycle pushing the price above $350. With talk of ETF approvals and market momentum, he said LTC could hit 10x gains

#Litecoin remains the best risk/reward high liquidity widely known crypto.

Every bull cycle $LTC pushes to the $$350+ range.
The chart shows the base case around $450, which is another 4x from here.

If we have ETF approval, mid alt season, this bull cycle.
EXPECT 10x. pic.twitter.com/i2HsXEvRFm

— Crypto Snorlax (@CryptoSnorlax) July 18, 2025

Meanwhile, CoinGecko reports the current Litecoin price is $105.06. The coin is up 3.93% in the last 24 hours and 8.25% for the week.

This $100 million investment shows LTC is gaining trust beyond crypto circles. With strong leadership and institutional interest, it’s not just about price action anymore. MEI Pharma’s bet could open the door for other firms to explore similar strategies.

The project puts LTC in the spotlight again, not just as a payment token, but as a serious asset on corporate balance sheets.

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TLDR:

• ICP price is testing the $5.824 breakout level after weeks of sideways action.
• A close above $5.824 may trigger upside toward $7.26 and $9.50.
• Rejection could bring a bullish retest between $5.75 and $5.55.
• Confirmation on daily close is key before new long positions are considered.

Internet Computer (ICP) is showing early signs of a breakout after weeks of sideways movement. The price is pushing against a key level that traders have been watching closely. 

Momentum is building, but confirmation is still needed before bulls can claim control. As of now, ICP hovers just above its critical resistance. Any daily close above this mark could reshape short-term sentiment in the crypto market.

ICP Price Hovers Around Crucial Resistance

According to Bitcoinsensus, ICP is trading near $5.98, up roughly 4% on the day. 

The key level in focus is $5.824. A clean daily close above this mark would signal bullish continuation. This zone has acted as a ceiling during recent consolidation. Traders are watching for either a clean breakout or a possible rejection.

The tweet notes that the price has been stuck in a tight range for weeks. Now, it’s pressing against a breakout zone with bullish energy building beneath. However, the price still hovers near a trendline retest. That means a pullback remains on the table.

$ICP CHART HEATING UP

ICP/USDT Daily Chart Update
Price currently at $5.98, up +4.03%
Key Level to Watch: $5.824

Bulls on Standby
ICP is testing a major daily breakout zone after weeks of consolidation. A daily close above $5.824 is crucial to confirm bullish… pic.twitter.com/m3Of672wt9

— Bitcoinsensus (@Bitcoinsensus) July 18, 2025

Bitcoinsensus pointed out a potential dip between $5.75 and $5.55. This zone could serve as a bullish retest if the price gets rejected short-term. Such a move would give buyers a second chance to enter before any larger push.

This type of price action is common after extended consolidations. Traders often wait for a breakout, then a brief dip, before jumping into long positions. For now, patience remains the best move.

Upside Targets After Breakout

If bulls push through the $5.824 resistance, the next hurdle lies at $7.26. That area may bring minor selling pressure. Still, the real extension zone sits higher at $9.50 and above. That would be a major move from current levels and likely require strong volume.

Bitcoinsensus highlighted these levels as logical next steps if the breakout holds. But they warned not to enter early. Without confirmation, false breakouts can trap eager buyers.

Market watchers agree that the daily close is the trigger. Until ICP confirms above $5.824, the structure remains neutral. Short-term bulls are watching closely for a signal to step in.

In the meantime, traders should stay alert and manage entries carefully. The crypto market is showing pockets of strength, and ICP might soon join the list if confirmation hits.

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TLDR:

• Bit Digital adds 19,683 ETH to treasury using $67.3M raised via direct equity offering.
• Ethereum holdings now total 120,306 ETH, one of the largest public stashes globally.
• Majority of ETH is staked, generating real yield and supporting Ethereum infrastructure.
• CEO cites Ethereum’s programmability and economic role in DeFi as key strategic drivers.

Bit Digital is betting big on Ethereum. The Nasdaq-listed firm just boosted its ETH holdings to over 120,000 coins. This move comes after raising $67.3 million through a direct offering to institutional investors. 

With this shift, Bit Digital now holds one of the largest public Ethereum treasuries. The company says this is part of a long-term strategy centered around real yield and blockchain infrastructure.

Bit Digital Purchases 19,683 ETH with Fresh Capital

According to the company’s July 18 press release, Bit Digital used its recent capital raise to buy around 19,683 ETH. This new purchase brings its total Ethereum holdings to 120,306 ETH. The funds came from a non-leveraged, equity-based offering, a detail many see as a safer path amid recent treasury blow-ups.

CEO Sam Tabar said the company sees Ethereum as “foundational” to the next generation of digital finance. He noted the network’s programmable features and staking model as key reasons behind the pivot.

Bit Digital doesn’t just hold ETH, it puts it to work. The company stakes the majority of its Ethereum, running validators to earn native yield. This operational move strengthens the network while generating income.

Staking has become central to Ethereum’s value proposition. As more financial activity shifts on-chain, validators like Bit Digital play a key role in securing that infrastructure.

Bit Digital (Nasdaq: BTBT) announced it has acquired approximately 19,683 ETH using proceeds from its recent $67.3 million direct offering. The company now holds around 120,306 ETH and will expand its ETH treasury. https://t.co/MfkLKsNZAO

— Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) July 18, 2025

Market Sees Institutional Confidence in ETH

AlvaApp called Bit Digital’s shift a strong institutional signal. The move suggests growing confidence in Ethereum’s economic design over Bitcoin’s static model. On crypto Twitter, traders and analysts saw the news as bullish for ETH.

Technicals also support the narrative. Ethereum recently broke above $3,600, with indicators like MACD and CRSI showing upward momentum. The timing of Bit Digital’s buy suggests a calculated move in line with the trend.

Bit Digital Eyes Ethereum as a Treasury Asset

This pivot marks a deeper strategy. The company is positioning Ethereum as a core asset for long-term value storage and network participation. The company says ETH’s role in stablecoins, tokenized assets, and decentralized apps makes it more than just a digital currency.

With this purchase, Bit Digital is no longer just mining or investing; it’s aligning itself with Ethereum’s long-term economic engine. Investors looking for exposure to ETH through traditional markets may now be watching Bit Digital more closely.

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TLDR:

• BTC price fails to break $123K level amid rising sell pressure.
• Whale exchange transfers near yearly highs, signaling possible distribution.
• BTC trades around $117K despite high daily trading volume.
• Resistance zones and on-chain data suggest short-term caution for bulls.

Bitcoin is facing heavy pressure near a critical price level as large holders ramp up exchange activity. The second Alpha Price level, a key resistance zone, has capped recent gains. 

Meanwhile, whale transfers to exchanges are nearing yearly highs, signaling possible profit-taking. These two developments suggest that Bitcoin may be losing momentum in the short term. Market sentiment appears cautious as price action stalls and volume patterns shift.

BTC Price Stuck Below Resistance

Bitcoin failed to break through its second Alpha Price level, currently set near $123,370. This level updates daily based on real-time on-chain flows. 

Bitcoin Struggles Below Key Alpha Price Level

Bitcoin failed to break through the second Alpha Price level, which currently sits at $123,370—and that's not a great sign for the short term. This level will update tomorrow, as it's dynamically adjusted based on real-time on-chain… https://t.co/q8MWodnwbi pic.twitter.com/KcLioEPFdp

— Joao Wedson (@joao_wedson) July 18, 2025

According to Joao Wedson, the Alpha Price blends key valuation metrics to identify potential support and resistance points. These thresholds often act as market reaction zones. Failing to clear the upper Alpha band suggests growing sell-side pressure.

The next major resistance range sits between $143,000 and $146,000, but Bitcoin must first reclaim the current Alpha cap. Until then, buyers may remain hesitant. A temporary dip below $120,000 could be needed to reset market positioning.

Whale Activity Signals Capital Rotation

On-chain data from Glassnode reveals rising Bitcoin transfers from whales to exchanges. The 7-day moving average is now approaching 12,000 BTC. 

This level mirrors a previous spike in November 2024, often tied to distribution phases. While still below last year’s peak, the current trend points to increased liquidity movement.

Transfers from #Bitcoin whales to exchanges are accelerating.
The 7D SMA is approaching ~12K $BTC – among the highest volumes this year, and comparable to the spike in early Nov '24.
Still below last year’s peak, but likely signals rising profit taking or capital rotation. pic.twitter.com/kzPolCZJOI

— glassnode (@glassnode) July 18, 2025

Large transfers to exchanges are typically linked to profit realization or capital rotation. When whales move assets onto exchanges, it often leads to higher sell-side pressure. The timing aligns with Bitcoin’s struggle near key resistance.

BTC Price Action Slows Amid Heavy Volume

According to CoinGecko, Bitcoin trades at $117,670, reflecting a modest 24-hour drop of 0.73%. Over the past week, the price has slipped just 0.09%. 

Despite minimal change, trading volume remains high at over $56 billion. This suggests active repositioning rather than calm accumulation.

Price stagnation near resistance, combined with elevated volume and whale activity, points to short-term caution. Bulls may need fresh momentum to push higher.

If Bitcoin clears the Alpha Price ceiling, the door opens toward the $140,000 range. Until then, sideways action or minor pullbacks seem likely. Traders will be watching exchange inflows closely, as sustained whale transfers could weigh on price.

For now, Bitcoin remains trapped beneath resistance, with capital movement suggesting that some large players are adjusting their positions.

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Ondo Finance, a designer of institutional-grade platforms, assets, and infrastructure, has introduced a novel approach to moving traditional assets onto the blockchain.

Built on Sei’s infrastructure for digital asset exchanges, this marks a further collaboration between industry peers, bridging the gap between Web2 and Web3.

An Industry First

The decentralized finance (DeFi) platform Ondo announced yesterday on X the pioneering project – the first-ever US government bond product tokenized on the Sei network. The United States Dollar Yield (USDY) is a tokenized note, backed by short-term US Treasuries and bank deposits.

In traditional finance (TradFi), U.S. Treasuries have long stood as a “safe haven.” With tokenization being introduced, owning bonds will become easier and more efficient through fractionalization.

The network will grant developers and users alike access to a yield-bearing RWA, seamlessly integrated into Sei’s expanding DeFi stack. Regardless of the use case, whether it be collateral, payment rail, or base layer yield-primitive, USDY will enhance the network’s position in the RWA-enabled on-chain finance space.

An excerpt from Ondo’s blog post reads:

“USDY will be the first tokenized treasuries asset on the Sei network, a growing modular blockchain ecosystem, bringing institutional-grade onchain yield to its users for the first time.”

Ondo’s ongoing strides in the DeFi space follow World Liberty Financial’s selection of the ONDO token as a strategic asset reserve, marked by a $470,000 purchase.

The choice of the Sei Network comes at a time when it’s experiencing significant growth, as it’s nearing $700 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), according to data from DefiLlama.

Compared to the same time last year, the protocol’s TVL was approximately $85 million, representing about a 700% increase.

“Ondo Finance is setting the standard for real-world asset tokenization, and we’re thrilled to welcome USDY to the Sei ecosystem,” said Justin Barlow, Executive Director at the Sei Development Foundation.

Tokenization of Assets on The Rise

The RWA market has been experiencing significant growth, with data from RWA.xyz showing a total value increase from $11.6 billion to over $24 billion in just one year.

Well-known names in the crypto space have been making strides in the trend, with the likes of Cardano tapping into Argentina’s mining sector to convert property rights to lithium into digital tokens.

Chainlink was integrated into ANZ, an Australian bank, to enable the secure cross-chain exchange of RWAs via its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP).

Fidelity Investments, one of the world’s largest asset managers with approximately $5.9 trillion in assets under management (AUM), has also entered the tokenization race, reportedly researching stablecoins and tokenized treasury products.

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The Trump family’s flagship crypto business, World Liberty Financial (WLF), has ramped up its Ethereum (ETH) accumulation, spending $3 million in USDC on July 18 to acquire an additional 861 ETH.

According to Lookonchain, this latest buy brings WLF’s total ETH holdings to 70,143, worth an estimated $251 million, with over $23 million in unrealized profits.

WLF’s Strategic Accumulation

The on-chain tracker revealed that between November 29, 2024, and March 5, 2025, World Liberty spent about $214.9 million to buy 66,275 ETH at an average price of $3,243 each.

The decentralized finance (DeFi) project acquired an additional 1,531 ETH on July 16, spending approximately $3,266 on each coin. Shortly after, the firm returned to the market, purchasing another 1,531 ETH for an identical amount, bringing its holdings to more than 69,000 ETH.

Less than 24 hours later, WLF extended its shopping spree, spending $3 million on another 861 ETH and increasing its treasury to 70,143 ETH worth $251 million.

With Ethereum up 8.5% in the last 24 hours and trading around $3,629, World Liberty’s investment in the asset currently shows a tidy paper profit of approximately $26 million, having acquired its entire stash for about $3,249 per coin.

The world’s second-largest crypto asset by market cap is up 22.2% over the last seven days, while its monthly rally sits at 43%. It has also gained 126.2% in the past three months, even though it remains down about 26% from its all-time high of $4,878 set in November 2021. This green revival finally pushed ETH above WLF’s average cost base, triggering their latest buys.

Growing Institutional Demand

World Liberty is not the only one showing interest in ETH. The Nasdaq-listed SharpLink Gaming recently became the largest corporate holder of the token, overtaking the Ethereum Foundation itself with over 280,000 ETH. According to Lookonchain, the company added another 32,892 ETH in the past 24 hours, bringing its total to over 313,000 ETH, worth in excess of $1.1 billion at current prices.

Furthermore, the analytics platform identified two newly created wallets accumulating 206,415 ETH with a market value of $745 million from the Kraken and FalconX exchanges within the last 10 days, suggesting long-term holding strategies.

Spot Ethereum ETFs have also seen remarkable growth in the last few weeks, with BlackRock’s ETHA breaking records twice in two days, drawing in more than $546 million a day after it posted $489 million in inflows.

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TL;DR

• Dogecoin climbs 14% in 24 hours, clearing $0.20 resistance with rising trading volume and momentum.
• On-chain data indicates weak resistance ahead, with $0.36 as the next major zone of concentration for holders.
• Chart breakout from falling wedge supports bullish move, with targets near $0.54 under watch.
• Bit Origin’s $500M DOGE treasury plan and meme coin market growth boost investor confidence.

Dogecoin Breaks Through $0.20 Resistance

Dogecoin moved from $0.21 to $0.24 over a 24-hour stretch ending July 18. The trading range spanned from $0.205 to $0.25, reflecting an 18% price swing. It posted a 14% gain in that time. Over the last seven days, the price rose by 23%.

In particular, trading volume hit $16.8 billion, pointing to heavy activity. Whale accumulation and rising institutional interest are driving demand. The meme coin market overall added $17 billion in July, pushing its market cap to $72 billion.

Crypto analyst Ali Martinez noted that Dogecoin has moved above the $0.20 resistance and outlined the next potential target. 

As Dogecoin $DOGE overcomes the $0.20 resistance barrier, the next key hurdle to watch is $0.36! pic.twitter.com/bs1oQER1Xt

— Ali (@ali_charts) July 18, 2025

Blockchain data confirms this area as a likely challenge due to prior buying activity concentrated around that level.

Thin Resistance Between $0.21 and $0.36

According to the Glassnode chart provided by the same analyst, the largest group of DOGE holders acquired their tokens near $0.207, totaling 11 billion coins, about 7.3% of the supply. That zone had acted as a major cap on the price. With the asset now trading above it, attention is shifting upward.

Meanwhile, the next high-volume holding zone is around $0.36, with 5.64 billion DOGE (3.8% of the supply) purchased near that range. Between $0.21 and $0.36, the data shows little concentration of holders, meaning there are fewer likely sell points in this range.

CW commented, 

“$DOGE is about to reach the sell wall zone. If it breaks through the sell wall that exists until $0.293, there will be no more sell walls.” 

The $0.293 level could serve as a temporary cap before any potential move higher.

Chart Pattern Signals Breakout

Dogecoin has also broken out of a falling wedge on the 2-day chart. This pattern has often marked trend shifts in the past. The breakout occurred around the $0.20 level, which now acts as support.

Captain Faibik posted, 

$DOGE #Dogecoin King of Memecoins is about to go PARABOLIC pic.twitter.com/GYLfJgYkjO

— Captain Faibik (@CryptoFaibik) July 18, 2025

Their chart projects a possible target near $0.5347, over double the current price.

DOGE’s rally comes as Bit Origin announces a $500 million capital plan to create a Dogecoin treasury. This includes equity and debt financing. Open interest in Dogecoin-linked products is also climbing.

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The Coinbase Premium index for Ethereum has climbed to levels not seen in a long time. This comes as ether (ETH) recovers to multi-month highs amid the latest market rally.

While the surging Coinbase Premium indicates growing demand in the United States, it raises concerns about an overheating market. If this is indeed the case, there may be reason to worry, as assets may decline and lose their gains rapidly.

ETH Coinbase Premium on the Rise

According to Crypto Dan, a pseudonymous analyst from the market intelligence platform CryptoQuant, the Ethereum Coinbase premium confirms that U.S. whales and institutions are buying more ETH.

Institutions like the Nasdaq-listed gaming entity, SharpLink, are driving the steady uptick in buying activity after adopting ETH as their treasury reserve asset. Over the last nine days, the company has solidified its position as the largest corporate ETH holder with a $515 million purchase.

SharpLink has been acquiring ether almost every day, with the nine-day streak adding 144,501 ETH to its stash. The firm now holds ETH worth well over $900 million.

Besides SharpLink, at least eight firms have been accumulating ETH over the last 30 days. These companies include Bitcoin miners BitDigital and Bitmine Immersion Technologies; together, these entities have purchased coins worth at least $1.6 billion in a month.

In addition to institutional purchases, spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have been recording significant inflows. These products have experienced massive inflows on most days, indicating that U.S. investors are also purchasing ETH.

No Cause For Concern Yet

Typically, when the market witnesses high activity like this, a top is around the corner, and retraction is soon to follow. However, Crypto Dan believes the Ethereum market is yet to reach that level.

The Coinbase Premium is currently around 2.9. Although the index has not reached this level in recent times, it does not indicate significant overheating. In fact, Crypto Dan insists that there is a high chance of continued upward momentum after short-term consolidation.

However, while there is no reason to worry yet, multiple occurrences of such index movements during the rest of the year could signal overheating. In such cases, Crypto Dan says ETH investors should consider risk management.

Meanwhile, ETH was trading around $3,610 at the time of writing, up 4.6% daily and 20% weekly.

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TL;DR

• CRO rocketed above $0.1, holding gains inside a rising channel with resistance near $0.18.
• ETF listing news and SEC case closure drew fresh interest from traders and institutions alike.
• Price indicators remain bullish, though the current RSI suggests a short break may come first.

CRO Holds Above Key Breakout Level

Cronos (CRO), the native token of Crypto.com, traded at $0.12 at press time, up 10% over the past 24 hours and 23% in the last week. The price moved above the $0.0986 level, which had held as resistance for several months. CRO now trades within a rising channel, with the next key resistance near $0.18.

Interestingly, the token reached a recent high of $0.133 before easing slightly. A pullback to the $0.0986–$0.1060 zone may follow. This area now acts as support and could be retested before the price moves higher. The structure remains bullish as long as this support level holds.

Indicators Suggest Trend May Continue

The MACD shows a crossover, with the main line above the signal line and a positive histogram. This reflects momentum staying with buyers. The RSI stands at 81, which is above the typical overbought level. A short pause or minor drop may occur as a result.

Additionally, the Supertrend indicator turned green, which aligns with the breakout. The current support from Supertrend sits near the $0.1 mark, in line with recent structure. These indicators show the trend is strong, though a cooling period is possible before the next move.

CRO Gains Attention on ETF News

CRO rose nearly 18% after news broke that it could be included in a new exchange-traded fund. The proposed ETF, backed by Trump Media & Technology Group, would track five assets: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and Cronos. If approved, CRO would hold a 5% share. 

The US SEC also closed its review of Crypto.com earlier this year without action. That update removed legal pressure and may have supported investor confidence. In May, 21Shares listed a Cronos ETP on Euronext Paris and Amsterdam, expanding access in Europe.

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