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Renewed trade war concerns have prompted investors to withdraw $1.4 billion from Bitcoin ETFs over four days, including $196.18 million on Tuesday alone. This surge in Bitcoin ETF outflows underscores growing risk-off sentiment among institutional traders. In contrast, Ethereum ETFs saw net inflows of $73.3 million on the same day, ending a two-day outflow streak. Market analysts note that ETF listings have helped reduce Bitcoin ETF volatility and draw institutional funds, but current risk-off sentiment is favoring Ethereum ETF products. This divergence highlights shifting investor preferences under macroeconomic uncertainty and raises questions about future market stability.

Cohere, a Canadian AI firm valued at $5.5 billion, has launched North, a private deployment AI agent platform that enables enterprises to run AI workflows within their own infrastructure. Cohere North addresses key data security concerns by supporting on-premise, hybrid cloud, VPC, and air-gapped private deployments, ensuring sensitive information never leaves corporate firewalls. Under CEO Nick Frosst, North claims minimal hardware requirements, running on as few as two GPUs, and enforces granular access controls, agent autonomy policies, continuous red-teaming, and third-party audits. The platform aligns with GDPR, SOC-2, and ISO 27001 compliance, and has already been piloted by RBC, Dell, LG, Ensemble Health Partners, and Palantir. Beyond secure deployment, North offers chat, search, document creation, and market research capabilities powered by Cohere’s Command and Compass models, and integrates with Gmail, Slack, Salesforce, and MCP servers. These features enable organizations to automate tasks such as customer support, content drafting, and complex analyses without risking data exposure. Cohere North represents a significant step in enterprise AI adoption by combining advanced agent functions with robust privacy controls.

XRP price recently broke above $3.4, triggering a liquidity sweep that trapped over-leveraged longs before a sharp decline back to the $2.7 support zone. This retreat aligns with the 0.5 Fibonacci retracement level and has led to consolidation between $2.7 and $3.4. On the 4-hour chart, XRP is range-bound at $2.7 support and $3.1 resistance, reflecting classic bull trap dynamics and smart money activity. Traders should monitor a clear breakout above $3.1 to target a retest of $3.4 or watch for a breakdown below $2.7 to expose the next support at $2.58. The next decisive move will shape short-term direction once consolidation concludes.

Ripple’s XRP gains fresh relevance as banks confront stringent Basel III capital rules. Under Basel III, banks must hold reserves equal to 100% of crypto assets like XRP, tying up high-quality liquid assets and straining liquidity. XRP offers instant settlement as a bridge asset, eliminating the need for pre-funded nostro accounts and cutting cross-border settlement times from days to seconds. This capital efficiency could lower banks’ required reserves, a point underscored by a 2017 BIS report on faster settlements reducing capital needs. Ripple further addresses regulatory concerns by applying for a U.S. OCC national trust bank charter in July 2025. The proposed Ripple National Trust Bank would provide custody services, issue its RLUSD stablecoin, and potentially access Federal Reserve settlement systems. As Basel III’s full implementation nears, XRP’s utility in optimizing bank balance sheets and enhancing liquidity positions it as a strategic financial instrument rather than a speculative asset.

Ethereum staking activity has surged, with over 36 million ETH (≈30% of supply) locked and transactions reaching a one-year high according to Dune Analytics. This momentum follows the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance issuing guidance on liquid staking, clarifying that liquid staking tokens (LSTs) and staking receipt tokens are not securities under the 1933 Act, thus exempting providers from registration. Industry leaders like Alluvial and Jito Labs hailed the ruling as a DeFi breakthrough. Yet Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw cautioned that the statement relies on multiple assumptions and reflects only one division’s view. Proponents including Commissioner Hester Peirce and Chairman Paul Atkins praised the clarity. Indicators show 500,000 ETH staked in early June and 23 million ETH held in non-selling addresses. Amid pending ETF approvals and DeFi-focused regulations like the CLARITY Act and MiCA updates, this guidance is expected to boost Ethereum staking adoption, tighten liquid supply, and support Ether’s market outlook.

Ethereum is showing signs of exhaustion after its sharp rally from $2,800 to the $4,000 zone. On the daily chart, ETH is consolidating below the key $4,000–$4,100 resistance area while defending support around $3,400, which also aligns with the 100-day moving average. A decisive break above $3,800 could set the stage for testing the 2024 high at $4,100. Conversely, losing the $3,400 level may trigger a deeper pullback towards $2,800. On the 4-hour timeframe, Ethereum has been rejected twice near $3,700, forming equal highs and a possible lower high–lower low pattern. The local demand zone at $3,500 remains critical; a drop below this level could open the door to $3,300 and lower. On the upside, reclaiming $3,700 would likely pave the way to $3,900 and potentially back to $4,100. Open interest in ETH derivatives peaked near $28 billion as prices neared $3,800 and has since eased slightly, indicating reduced leverage during consolidation. While the broader trend remains bullish, traders should watch key support and resistance levels for signs of a deeper correction or renewed upside momentum.

BDACS has launched XRP custody services for institutional clients in South Korea’s regulated crypto market. The move enhances Ripple’s presence in Asia. Integrated with leading exchanges Upbit, Coinone and Korbit, BDACS now supports compliant digital asset management. Institutional investors can securely store and deploy XRP across these platforms. The launch follows Ripple Labs’ earlier partnership with BDACS to custody both XRP and the stablecoin RLUSD. By ensuring full regulatory compliance, the new XRP custody solution is poised to attract more institutional demand and reinforce market stability in South Korea.

Bitcoin faces sell-offs as a major whale moved over 80,000 BTC, fueling market uncertainty ahead of the 2025 halving. Traders are rotating into altcoins, driving the DeSoc Presale. DeSoc is building a decentralized social media platform with on-chain content monetization across Instagram, TikTok and more. The DeSoc Presale has allocated 45% of its $SOCS token supply to public sale at $0.01 per token. Tokenomics include 20% for development, 15% for marketing, 10% for community rewards and 10% for liquidity. Team tokens are locked for two years and liquidity for 30 years. Features include peer-to-peer payments, tipping and advertising boosts. As Bitcoin dominance declines, DeSoc Presale momentum suggests growing interest in utility-based projects during the next altcoin cycle.

Bearish indicators in Dogecoin and XRP have emerged despite modest price gains. Dogecoin rose 2.59% to $0.2067 with a 25% surge in volume, while XRP added 2.26% on $5.74 bn volume and a $181.37 bn market cap. Traders are hedging by diversifying into low-cap crypto, notably Remittix. Remittix is a cross-chain DeFi payments platform offering a beta wallet that supports 40+ cryptocurrencies and 30+ fiat currencies with real-time FX conversion. Its mobile wallet is set for Q3 2025 release. The RTX token trades at $0.0895, with 581 million tokens sold and $18.1 million raised in presale, offering a 40% bonus for early investors. Remittix targets the $19 trillion global payments market and enables direct crypto-to-bank transfers in 30+ countries. Whales have joined the presale, signaling growing interest. Crypto traders seeking alternatives amid volatile altcoins are watching Remittix for its real-world utility.

XRP and Solana have pulled back from recent all-time highs, fueling trader FOMO and prompting questions on whether now is the time to buy the dip. XRP, with its fast, low-cost cross-border payment capabilities and strong institutional partnerships, displays resilience akin to its 2021 bull run. Solana (SOL), known for high throughput and affordable transaction fees, also shows potential to rebound and lead the upcoming altcoin season. Both tokens exhibit structural strength and historical price patterns that hint at a new leg up. Traders looking to buy the dip may target XRP’s role in international finance and Solana’s growing developer ecosystem. While short-term volatility persists, these fundamentals suggest a bullish outlook for patient investors aiming to capitalise on market dips and emerging altcoin momentum.

A Pantera survey shows that by the end of 2024, 9.6% of crypto industry employees received crypto salaries, up from 3% in 2023. Crypto salaries have shifted heavily towards stablecoins, with USDC accounting for 63% and USDT 28.6%—together covering over 90% of payroll. Data came from 1,600 participants across DeFi, CeFi, gaming and other sectors. Nearly half of respondents held senior roles. Pantera noted that major crypto payroll providers support USDC but not USDT. The survey aims to bring transparency to blockchain compensation and highlights growing demand for payroll stability and liquidity.

Nubila Network has integrated with the high-performance public chain Monad to power its decentralized environmental data layer for AI-native systems. The AI Climate Network will handle streaming data from over one million edge devices. By leveraging Monad’s high throughput and low latency execution environment, Nubila’s AI Climate Network aims to deliver real-time climate intelligence for applications across DePIN, WeatherFi, and real-world assets (RWA). Nubila has deployed meteorological sensors in more than 120 countries. These sensors collect hyperlocal climate data to bridge AI and the physical world. The decentralized network provides critical infrastructure for robotics, automation, and AI-driven analytics. At the same time, Nubila has launched its Validator Node sale on the NodeOps platform. The Validator Node sale is open globally. Purchases made before the token generation event (TGE) receive a one-time airdrop. Early participants gain bonus rewards and contribute to enhanced network security. Traders should monitor potential increases in token supply and network traffic on Monad. The Validator Node sale may shift market sentiment for climate data tokens and DePIN projects. Short-term volatility could arise as participants stake tokens and claim airdrops. In the long term, the successful deployment of the AI Climate Network may boost valuation for related tokens and strengthen infrastructure for Web3 data services.

In just 3.5 months, TROLL coin has surged 1300x, netting trader “frostx.sol” a $3.78 million profit. According to Lookonchain, frostx.sol purchased 20.91 million TROLL coin tokens for $2,900, later selling 2.55 million for $50,700 and retaining 18.36 million coins now valued at $3.73 million. This surge highlights TROLL coin’s explosive memecoin rally and underscores the high-risk, high-reward nature of such speculative crypto investments.

KakaoBank, South Korea’s digital banking leader, is exploring stablecoin issuance and custody services. The bank aims to issue a Korean won–backed stablecoin and provide custody solutions to engage in the $275 billion stablecoin market. During its H1 2025 performance announcement, CFO Tae-Hoon Kwon confirmed these plans and highlighted the bank’s technical expertise. Over three years, KakaoBank has built robust KYC and AML controls and issued real-name verified accounts for virtual asset exchanges. The bank also gained operational experience in the Bank of Korea’s CBDC simulation, handling wallet creation, exchanges, and remittances. Kakao Group has formed a Stablecoin Task Force across Kakao, KakaoPay, and KakaoBank to develop a 1:1 KRW-pegged blockchain stablecoin. In June 2025, KakaoPay filed 18 trademarks and patents with KIPO for stablecoin-related technologies. The move leverages existing infrastructure and regulatory know-how and signals deepening institutional involvement in digital assets.

Kraken’s new PayPal funding option lets U.S. traders deposit USD instantly on the exchange. The Kraken PayPal funding feature removes wiring delays and bank logins, enabling 24/7 deposits via PayPal balance, linked card or bank account. Previously launched in the EU, UK and Australia, this instant deposit solution saw over $1 million moved in its soft launch. After funding, users can access 400+ cryptocurrencies, trade on Kraken Pro or the Kraken App, stake for rewards, and use Kraken Pay. This PayPal deposit method streamlines crypto trading and aligns with Kraken’s goal of intuitive funding. Traders should review geographic restrictions, staking risks and the Terms of Service.

SBI Holdings has proposed Japan’s first crypto exchange-traded products, including a gold-crypto ETF and a Bitcoin-XRP dual ETF. The gold-crypto ETF will allocate 51% to gold-based ETFs and 49% to crypto assets like Bitcoin. The Bitcoin-XRP dual ETF is designed to offer traders diversified exposure to two of the top cryptocurrencies. Both products are planned for listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, pending approval by the Financial Services Agency (FSA). The FSA’s proposal to reclassify crypto assets under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act could pave the way for these funds and reduce crypto taxes. If authorized, these ETFs would be the first publicly offered crypto funds in Japan’s regulated market, enhancing institutional adoption and market clarity.

Pi Network has extended its .pi domain auction deadline to September 30, 2025, granting pioneers extra time to develop and bid for personalized Web3 identifiers similar to ENS (.eth) and BNS (.bnb). The .pi Domains enable users to replace long wallet addresses with human-readable names, enhancing PI wallet functionality. The extension, consistent with Pi Network’s history of delays, has sparked community skepticism. Meanwhile, the PI token has plunged to a record low of $0.33, pressured by broad market corrections, ongoing PI token unlocks, and waning investor interest. Rumors of a Binance listing in mid-August could boost liquidity and visibility, but no official confirmation has been made. PI is currently tradable on Gate.io, Bitget, OKX, and other exchanges.

A crypto user lost $3.05 million in USDT after approving a malicious transaction in a sophisticated phishing attack. On-chain security firms Lookonchain, PeckShield and Scam Sniffer traced the theft to a phishing contract that tricked the victim into signing a transfer of Aave-wrapped USDT (aEthUSDT). Scam Sniffer warned that attackers exploit EIP-7702 upgraded addresses and batch transfers routed through the Uniswap Universal Router to mimic legitimate swaps. This follows a prior case where over $908,000 was drained from an approval signed 458 days earlier, highlighting the ongoing danger of old on-chain approvals. According to a Bitget report, crypto scams cost $4.6 billion in 2024, with AI-enabled fraud accounting for nearly 40% of large-scale drains. Users are urged to double-check every transaction, revoke outdated permissions and verify URLs to guard against phishing attacks. Emerging initiatives by Bitget, SlowMist and Elliptic aim to disrupt fraud networks, but vigilance remains essential.

Entrepreneurship demands resilience, and mentorship and coaching offer vital support systems that enhance startup success. Industry voices like CoinGeek’s Kurt Wuckert Jr. and investor Brad Feld highlight the positive feedback loops that stem from learning with experienced mentors. At iGB Live 2025, Saroca’s CEO Emily Leeb and VP Claire Adamou discussed how formal coaching transforms entrepreneurs’ mindsets, improves leadership performance, and helps overcome fear of failure. Saroca’s customized coaching services target individuals, teams, and C-suite executives, guiding them toward measurable objectives. The firm also produces the “Saroca Speaks” podcast, featuring conversations that inspire a growth mindset in the online gambling sector and beyond. In an upcoming August 26, 2025 episode, journalist Becky Liggero Fontana will join Leeb and Adamou to share insights from her two decades in gambling and frontier tech. By emphasizing mentorship and coaching, startups can build resilience, maintain clarity, and accelerate long-term growth.

MetaMask is preparing to launch mmUSD, a U.S. dollar–pegged stablecoin issued by Stripe, based on a deleted proposal on Aave’s governance forum. The proposal, submitted by TokenLogic, an Aave DAO delegate, sought community feedback on adding mmUSD to Aave V3 on Ethereum and Linea. According to the post, mmUSD will use the M^0 network for onchain minting and redemption, enabling efficient, fully onchain issuance and settlement. The proposal describes mmUSD as “the cornerstone asset of the MetaMask ecosystem” and expects it to boost stablecoin liquidity across DeFi protocols. Neither MetaMask nor Stripe has officially confirmed mmUSD. Traders should monitor governance discussions for official updates on the stablecoin’s launch timeline and potential market impact.

Bitcoin price has seen significant rallies following deep market downturns. This article reviews seven historical buy zones—from the $0.0009 early stage in 2009, dollar parity in 2011, post–Mt. Gox collapse (2014–15), after the 2018–19 ICO bust, the March 2020 COVID crash, the 2022 FTX collapse, to the pre–ETF approval period in January 2024—each delivering returns from +1,000% to over +1,000,000%. Now trading above $100,000, bitcoin price remains technically intact. According to Power Law Theory, bitcoin may still be midway through its current cycle, projecting up to a 10× gain over the next eight years. Traders should view dips in high-uncertainty periods as potential buy zones. The article equips readers with historical context, price ranges, and return metrics to inform trading decisions and underscores that “now” may represent another strategic entry point.

Bitcoin net taker volume has turned bearish, signaling growing selling pressure and a potential liquidation cascade in the futures market. According to CryptoQuant data, net taker volume reached -7.5% on July 29 and eased to -5.2%, but open interest remains high. Top analyst Axel Adler warns the market structure is fragile. Bitcoin trades near $114,000, stuck below the $115,724 resistance and key moving averages (50, 100, 200 SMA). Failure to break above may prompt a retest of $112,000 and $110,000 support. Any adverse news or macro shifts could trigger a cascade of long liquidations, pushing Bitcoin toward the $100,000 mark. Traders should monitor futures positioning and price action for early signs of stabilization or further correction.

Mantle price surged over 20% after reclaiming the value area high, following strong support at $0.57. The MNT breakout above its trading range spotlights renewed bullish momentum backed by rising volume. Mantle price now targets $1.22 as the next resistance level, with limited barriers until that high timeframe point. Traders should note that a close above the previous range high confirms market acceptance of higher prices. Continuous higher highs and lows attest to a sustained uptrend for MNT. If price holds above the reclaimed range, bulls may drive further gains. A failure to maintain the break could see a pullback to $0.57 but current momentum suggests support remains firm. Effective risk controls around key levels will be crucial for traders.

Ethereum (ETH) is trading sideways near $3,600 after falling 1.4% in 24 hours and 4.4% over the week. A surge in sell pressure saw whales unload 115,400 ETH at market price, creating a net taker volume of -$418.8 million – the second-largest daily sell imbalance on record. Institutional players including BlackRock and Fidelity added to the outflows, depositing $372 million and offloading 14,978 ETH ($53.6 million), respectively, while blockchain tracker Lookonchain flagged $70 million in whale dumps. Despite the sell-off, Polymarket traders assign a 54% probability to ETH reaching a new all-time high by year-end, buoyed by growing institutional adoption: 17 public companies now hold roughly $6 billion in ETH. On-chain metrics and technical indicators show key support at the 20-day EMA ($3,546) and 50-day EMA ($3,210), with the RSI cooling below 60, indicating easing bullish momentum. Traders should watch these levels: a bounce could fuel a rebound, while a breach may signal further downside.

Microsoft has integrated OpenAI’s lightweight GPT-OSS-20B model into Windows 11 via its Windows AI Foundry. The move brings advanced GPT-OSS-20B capabilities directly to consumer PCs, enabling on-device AI without cloud dependencies. Designed for efficiency, GPT-OSS-20B requires 16 GB VRAM and delivers agentic functions like code execution and web search. The integration enhances privacy and responsiveness by processing data locally, a shift mirrored in decentralized AI projects. Users can build autonomous AI agents for tasks such as digital assistance, workflow automation, and offline operation. Microsoft plans to extend availability to macOS and major clouds, including Azure AI Foundry and AWS. While GPT-OSS-20B’s text-only design and 53% hallucination rate on the PersonQA benchmark signal areas for improvement, its on-device AI deployment marks a significant step toward pervasive, secure AI. This release democratizes Microsoft AI, empowering users and developers to innovate without high-end servers or constant internet. The initiative lays the groundwork for a future where AI is a native feature of everyday computing.

Cardano price faces significant pressure as trading volumes plunge 60% and weekly DeFi activity drops 22%. Total value locked on Cardano has fallen to $274 million, raising concerns that ADA may miss the 2025 bull run. Sell orders concentrated at $0.828 suggest heavy resistance, with downside risk toward $0.50 if support breaks. In contrast, Sui Network (SUI) is attracting investors. With 297,000 TPS throughput, 200+ dApps, and over $1 billion in TVL, SUI trades above $3.39. Bullish predictions place SUI between $2.95 and $3.47 by month-end. Remittix (RTX) emerges as a breakout under-$1 crypto. Its PayFi protocol enables instant crypto-to-fiat transfers across 30+ countries. A Q3 wallet launch, 40% presale bonus, and $250,000 community giveaway are fueling RTX momentum. Remittix supports chain-agnostic payments and offers enterprise APIs for seamless crypto payouts.

DeSoc’s $SOCS presale is garnering significant attention as traders hunt for high-upside altcoins ahead of the next Bitcoin halving. Market analysts note a potential bearish cross on the 3-week MACD of Bitcoin dominance (BTC.D), historically signalling a shift into altcoins. Institutions continue to accumulate Bitcoin—Japanese AI firm Quantum Solutions plans to buy 3,000 BTC over the next year—but many investors view emerging projects like DeSoc as superior for aggressive gains. DeSoc is a decentralised social platform enabling cross-platform content syndication, on-chain transparency and microtransaction-driven monetisation. Of the 3 billion $SOCS tokens, 45% are allocated to presale participants, 20% to development (with a two-year team lock), and the rest to marketing, community rewards and liquidity, backed by a 30-year lock and a 12-hour refund policy. Audited smart contracts and governance features—quadratic voting and binding protocol changes—enhance trust. With a fixed token price across 12 presale stages and robust tokenomics, DeSoc positions itself as a utility-driven project amid expected altcoin capital rotation post-halving. Early investors speculate on up to 50× returns before the 2026 halving, making $SOCS a leading crypto presale for traders seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities.

Bitcoin price extended its downward trend into another day, retesting the $113,000 threshold and raising market uncertainty. Since late July, three key factors have eroded price support. First, the liquidity inventory ratio collapsed to just over three months of supply, creating a supply crisis. Instead of sparking scarcity-driven gains, thin liquidity amplified every sell order, causing sharper declines. Second, Bitcoin ETF demand proved unstable. After rapid inflow peaks, strong negative outflows followed, leaving no substitute demand when institutional buyers retreated. Third, smart addresses accumulated BTC slowly and steadily without notable spikes. Although latent demand existed, it failed to counteract bearish pressure during the pullback. Without fresh buying from major investors or ETFs, the market remains brittle and vulnerable to further dips. Traders should watch for changes in liquidity metrics, ETF flows, and accumulation patterns to gauge possible reversals or continued weakness.

Smarter Web Company, a UK-listed tech firm, has issued a $21 million Bitcoin bond via its Smarter Convert financing tool. The interest-free, Bitcoin-denominated convertible bond was fully acquired by French asset manager TOBAM across three managed funds. Investors can convert to shares at a 5% premium to the reference price; mandatory conversion is triggered if the share price rises 50% above the conversion price over a sustained period. The 12-month bond offers a 98% refund guarantee in Bitcoin, with repayments adjusted to the BTC price at maturity. This first UK Bitcoin bond enables Smarter Web to secure growth capital without immediate equity dilution and boost its Bitcoin reserves by roughly 30% of its cash holdings, now totaling over 2,050 BTC. The issuance may set a template for future crypto-aligned corporate financing.