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Traders are targeting Layer 2 memecoin LILPEPE after echoing Solana’s historic 17,100% rally. In its Stage 6 presale, LILPEPE has raised over $6.8 million and sold 5.34 billion tokens at $0.0015 each. The Ethereum-based token features low fees, high speeds, sniper bot resistance, and a built-in Meme Launchpad for easy token creation. Listing on CoinMarketCap and upcoming CEX listings boost LILPEPE’s credibility and liquidity. Analysts predict LILPEPE could surge up to 21,000% to $0.316 by late 2025. Meanwhile, established memecoin Dogecoin (DOGE) holds a $30 billion market cap and has gained 76% in a year, while Cardano (ADA) has climbed 70%, backed by controlled inflation, smart contracts, and growing DeFi use. Crypto traders should track volume, price action, and project milestones for LILPEPE, DOGE, and ADA to identify high-risk, high-reward opportunities.

Custodian BitGo has confidentially filed an S-1 registration with the US SEC, marking the next BitGo IPO set to list on Nasdaq under ticker BGGO. The filing shows BitGo managed $25B in assets under custody last year, generated $235M in revenue (35% year-over-year growth), processed over $2T in transactions, and serves 450+ institutional clients. This follows its surge to over $100B AUC since early 2025 and recent EU MiCA approval, which expands its compliant digital asset custody services across the European Union. This surge underscores growing institutional demand for crypto custody solutions. The planned IPO will raise capital to enhance security, scale product development, invest in compliance, and boost global operations. Analysts view this BitGo IPO as a strong signal of institutional confidence, with BitGo’s valuation set to be benchmarked against peers like Coinbase and Kraken, potentially catalyzing further digital-asset listings and reinforcing momentum in the crypto custody sector.

Solana price has surged 34% over the past month to $193. A textbook cup-and-handle pattern on weekly and monthly charts signals a potential breakout to $4,800–$6,300. Analysts Robert Mercer and Trader Tardigrade highlight a confirmed handle breakout at $155 and key resistance at the $250 neckline, with a historical 61% success rate for this setup. On-chain metrics reinforce the bullish case: daily active addresses climbed 9% in 24 hours, daily transactions resumed a parabolic climb, and total value locked on Solana hit $10.3 billion—a six-month high and 63% gain since April. With SOL now commanding 6.28% of global DeFi TVL and up over 2,400% since its November 2022 cycle low, traders should watch volume confirmation and on-chain indicators to validate momentum and manage risk in both short-term entries and long-term positions.

Solana (SOL) surged past the $190 resistance level, triggering over $11 million in short liquidations and highlighting a thin sell wall as just 1.59% of SOL supply was bought above $189. The reduced resistance zone paves the way for further gains. Institutional investors poured $39.1 million into Solana products last week, driving trading volume to $8.18 billion and boosting market confidence. On-chain metrics — including active addresses, network fees and developer commits — also climbed, reinforcing bullish momentum. Analysts now view $185 as near-term support, with bulls targeting $200 if SOL holds above $190. A sustained SOL breakout could attract more capital to altcoins amid a broader risk-on crypto rally.

Mutuum Finance (MUTM) DeFi presale has sold 85% of its 4 billion token supply, raising $12.6 million in Phase 5 at $0.03 per token. A single whale invested $500,000 to lock in 16.67 million MUTM ahead of an expected 20% Phase 6 price bump to $0.035. The protocol’s dual lending model includes Peer-to-Contract (P2C) mtTokens—mtADA, mtETH and mtLINK—issued at 1:1 with 13% APY, and upcoming Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending for meme coins like FLOKI, SHIB, PEPE and TRUMP at 50% LTV. Mutuum Finance plans to launch a decentralized stablecoin on Layer 2 with low fees and auto-staking mtTokens. Audited by CertiK (TokenScan 95, Skynet 77.5), the project also offers a $50,000 bug bounty and $100,000 token giveaway. With a potential $0.06 listing price and long-term targets of $0.60–$1.20 by 2026, MUTM’s presale momentum is set to drive bullish market activity.

Ethereum price has climbed to a seven-month high near $3,745, fueled by over 317,000 ETH withdrawn from exchanges since July. This ongoing supply squeeze underpins the rally and sets the stage for the next test. Glassnode’s on-chain analytics now pinpoint a major resistance zone at $3,877–$3,987, based on chip distribution metrics. A decisive break above this barrier could attract fresh buying. Failure to breach may trigger profit-taking and a short-term pullback. Primary support stands at $3,434. Traders should watch this level to gauge stability during market volatility. Additional downside targets lie near $3,530 and $3,131 if selling intensifies. On-chain indicators such as the NUPL ratio hint at rising optimism approaching the Belief-Denial zone. Monitoring Ethereum price around these resistance and support levels can improve trading decisions. Incorporating these metrics into trading strategies can enhance risk management and timing for entries, exits, and stop-loss placement.

An Ethereum whale initiated a bullish two-step move on Binance. First, the whale purchased 13,462 ETH for roughly 50 million USDT (about 3,714 USDT/ETH) using a newly funded wallet on Binance spot. The Ethereum whale then transferred 59,999 ETH (approximately $226 million) from HTX to Binance order books, according to on-chain data and Whale Alert. This ETH transfer tightens circulating supply while boosting Binance liquidity ahead of potential large buy or sell orders. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics, order book depth, and whale transfer patterns. Avoid panic selling and maintain a diversified portfolio to manage volatility risk.

The CoinDCX hack resulted in a $44 million security breach after attackers exploited an internal operational hot wallet. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT traced stolen funds as they were bridged from Solana (SOL) to Ethereum (ETH). CoinDCX CEO Sumit Gupta confirmed that no customer funds were affected, thanks to segregated cold wallets. The exchange isolated the compromised hot wallet and will absorb losses from its treasury reserves. CoinDCX has enlisted cybersecurity experts to track and recover stolen assets, block suspicious addresses, and urged traders to avoid panic. In response to the CoinDCX hack, the platform will launch a bug bounty program and strengthen security protocols. Following last year’s $235 million WazirX exploit, this incident highlights ongoing risks for crypto exchanges and the importance of robust security.

The UK government plans a Bitcoin sale of over $2.5 bn in seized BTC by mid-2024 to help cover a widening budget deficit. Managed by the National Crime Agency, these digital assets were confiscated from money laundering and fraud investigations. Proceeds will be directed to HM Treasury. This Bitcoin sale will be conducted through phased auctions and over-the-counter (OTC) deals to limit market volatility. Officials highlight benchmarks such as the US Department of Justice’s Bitcoin auctions. Earlier efforts to award a sales management tender failed after no firms bid for the contract. Traders should watch for heightened sell-side pressure on BTC prices and monitor the staggered release schedule. Closer UK–US regulatory cooperation may influence market stability. This landmark seized Bitcoin sale underscores growing government use of crypto assets for fiscal management and could set a global precedent.

Ethereum price recently climbed above $3,800 for the first time since December 2024, driven by a broader altcoin rally and growing DeFi adoption. Over the past week, the Ethereum price rose from $3,600 to a peak above $3,800 before settling at $3,763, marking a 6.14% 24h surge and its highest level since 2025. The Altcoin Season Index hit 47 as total altcoin market cap reached $1.55 trillion. Analysts, led by Dutch trader Gert Van Lagen, apply Elliott wave theory to view this upswing as the final wave of a multi-year bull cycle and forecast a potential peak at $10,000. Market confidence is supported by rising network activity, sustained DeFi usage, and upcoming upgrades. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics such as daily active addresses and total value locked (TVL) in DeFi. Minor retracements may offer buying opportunities before a possible last leg up. This surge underscores Ethereum’s resilience, its 11.1% market share, and its central role in decentralized finance. It has implications for broader crypto market dynamics and risk management strategies.

President Donald Trump has signed the GENIUS Act into law, creating the first clear U.S. regulatory framework and sandbox for stablecoin issuers and blockchain startups. The Act directs federal agencies to align digital asset standards, aiming to boost DeFi innovation and reinforce the U.S. dollar’s role in the digital economy. In a separate incident, exchange BigONE suffered a $32 million USDT hack on July 15. Attackers drained funds from hot wallets, prompting BigONE to suspend withdrawals and launch a forensic audit. The breach highlights ongoing security risks for traders and platforms. Market response was mixed. Bitcoin (BTC) rallied 6% to a three-month high, while Ethereum (ETH) developers confirmed the Shanghai upgrade for Q4 2023. Meanwhile, the U.S. SEC proposed stricter stablecoin reserve rules. Traders should watch for volatility as the GENIUS Act’s regulatory clarity may attract institutional inflows, but security concerns and CBDC debates could temper short-term sentiment.

On-chain data show a whale accumulated 1,074 WBTC four years ago. In the past hour, the address moved 90 WBTC. At the current price of about $32,000 per token, this transfer could realize roughly $9.65M in profit. Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) is an ERC-20 token pegged to Bitcoin (BTC). This profit-taking move may introduce short-term selling pressure on WBTC and the wider crypto market. Historical whale sell-offs often trigger brief price dips. However, this 90 WBTC sale represents a small fraction of total WBTC supply. Traders should monitor order books and on-chain flows for further insights and to gauge market sentiment.

President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law on June 12, 2024, creating the first major US crypto regulation framework for digital assets. The GENIUS Act defines cryptocurrency classifications, mandates stablecoin issuers to hold 100% reserves in cash or liquid securities, requires regular audits, and enforces AML and KYC standards. It grants joint enforcement power to the SEC and CFTC, with Treasury overseeing national security and sanctions, and establishes a Digital Asset Innovation Office to foster industry collaboration. Following the signing, the SEC’s Crypto Task Force invited public feedback on drafting detailed rules under the GENIUS Act, covering stablecoin issuance standards, custody requirements, disclosure obligations, and market-structure rules for trading and clearing. By engaging stakeholders early, the SEC aims to build transparent, actionable crypto regulation that supports innovation, reduces legal uncertainty, and bolsters market stability.

The CoinDCX hack saw attackers exploit an undisclosed internal wallet to steal $44.2 million via a sophisticated cross-chain exploit. The hack involved Tornado Cash to obfuscate origins and multiple Solana-to-Ethereum bridges to launder funds. CoinDCX chief Sumit Gupta confirmed the breached account served only partner liquidity provisioning and that user assets remain secure. Operations continue normally, while cybersecurity firms and regulators investigate the breach. This incident exposes vulnerabilities in cross-chain liquidity management and hot wallet security. Traders should monitor CoinDCX updates, reassess exchange risk, and advocate stronger internal controls, real-time monitoring and robust bridging protocols.

Cardano whale activity surged within 24 hours as over 137 ADA transactions each exceeded $1 million, signaling renewed institutional interest. ADA has rallied 75% since late June, climbing from $0.50 to a 20-week high of $0.896 before a mild pullback to $0.816. Technical analysis shows a breakout from a weekly bull flag and the 50-day and 200-day SMAs flipping to support, setting a measured target near $2.70. Traders should monitor Cardano whale activity and transaction volume closely, as large inflows can fuel further upside or trigger profit-taking. Continued network upgrades and steady institutional flows support the bullish outlook, but market volatility demands prudent risk management.

In the past 24 hours, crypto futures liquidations have surged past $580 million, driven by both forced long-position closures and massive short squeezes. Initial extreme volatility forced the closure of highly leveraged ETH, BTC and XRP longs, resulting in $270 million in liquidations—led by Ethereum ($151 M) and Bitcoin ($76 M). A subsequent market rally sparked short squeezes that liquidated $311 million in shorts on Binance, OKEx and Bybit. These crypto futures liquidations highlight the dangers of high leverage amid rapid price swings and funding-rate imbalances. Traders faced margin calls as funding rates spiked, triggering liquidation cascades on both sides. Key risk-management strategies include using stop-loss orders, monitoring open interest and funding rates, managing leverage prudently, and diversifying portfolios. While these events can trigger sharp sell-offs followed by rebounds—offering buying opportunities for well-capitalized traders—they also reaffirm the importance of disciplined risk controls. As volatility persists, traders should balance the allure of amplified profits with the threat of rapid capital loss.

Cardano (ADA) saw a 92.4% surge in trading volume to $4.53 billion amid bullish derivatives flows. Futures open interest rose 12% to $1.45 billion, funding rates climbed to 0.0285, and the Binance ADA/USDT long/short ratio hit almost 3:1. These factors pushed ADA to an intraday high of $0.8601, up 4.6%, with a positive MACD. Yet an unprecedented 1 512% liquidation imbalance wiped out $13.08 million of long positions and $764 060 of shorts as prices tumbled to $0.8008. ADA now trades at $0.8208, down 3.64%, with RSI overbought near 78 and trading volume down 48% to $1.72 billion. This RSI overbought condition signals waning momentum and a short-term pullback. Traders will watch ADA’s integration into Blockchain.com’s DeFi Wallet—opening access to 37 million users—as a bullish catalyst if volume recovers toward the $1 mark.

21Shares and Teucrium have filed two crypto ETF proposals with the SEC under the Investment Company Act of 1940: the FTSE Crypto 10 Index ETF to track a market-cap-weighted basket of the top ten digital assets, and the FTSE Crypto 10 ex-BTC Index ETF excluding Bitcoin to focus on leading altcoins. The filings leverage recent regulatory clarity from the GENIUS Act and mirror the structure of Rex-Osprey’s Solana staking ETF. Institutional demand for crypto ETFs remains strong: spot Bitcoin ETFs garnered $799.4 million in net inflows on July 16 and over $53.8 billion cumulatively, while Ethereum ETFs set a one-day record with $726.7 million. Analysts expect these SEC filings to broaden U.S. investor access to crypto ETFs, enhance portfolio diversification, and further integrate digital assets into traditional finance.

Mastercard has launched a dedicated stablecoin infrastructure to accelerate the adoption of stablecoins across its global payments network. The new stablecoin infrastructure offers compliant, scalable tools that enable issuers such as USDC, PAX and BUSD to integrate directly with Mastercard rails. Built on Ethereum-based token standards and real-time payment protocols, the platform streamlines issuance, settlement and merchant acceptance across 2.7 billion cards in over 90 countries. By reducing technical barriers and compliance overhead, this turnkey solution supports use cases from cross-border remittances and payroll to everyday retail payments. Leveraging recent regulatory clarity and institutional investment, Mastercard aims to boost market confidence and drive mass adoption of crypto-backed digital money.

BitMine Immersion Technologies, led by chairman Thomas Lee, built a $1 billion Ethereum treasury in just seven days. The Nasdaq-listed firm acquired over 280,000 ETH, becoming the largest publicly traded corporate holder. Backed by Pantera, FalconX, Kraken and Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, BitMine now aims to secure 5% of Ethereum’s circulating supply—about 6 million ETH. Lee points to surging stablecoin adoption, rising corporate staking demand and upcoming network upgrades as key bullish drivers. He describes stablecoins reaching a “ChatGPT moment” that will boost transaction fees and staking yields. This aggressive Ethereum treasury and staking strategy follows MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin playbook but focuses on ETH. Crypto traders should watch BitMine’s Ethereum treasury build-up and its potential to tighten ETH supply. Added buying pressure may increase short-term volatility and support long-term price appreciation.

Cryptocurrency market value tops $4 trillion as Ethereum leads a rotation into higher-beta altcoins. Shiba Inu (SHIB) has formed a bullish golden cross and seen rising volume but remains 25% below last year’s highs, with meme-coin sentiment cooling after a lukewarm breakout. Trump Coin has lost steam despite Justin Sun’s $100 million pledge, underscoring trader fatigue with political hype. Remittix (RTX) emerges as a top pick for traders seeking real-world utility. The PayFi protocol offers instant, fee-free crypto-to-fiat conversions in 30 + currencies, targeting 1.4 billion unbanked users and supporting microtransactions via its developer-friendly Pay API. Strong presale momentum and expected Q3 exchange listings fuel a bullish outlook for Remittix.

Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high of $123K and is consolidating near $118K. Galaxy Digital’s Michael Harvey sees another record by July if U.S. spot ETFs draw inflows, treasuries accumulate, and retail demand rises. However, profit-taking and equity weakness could trigger a 5–10% pullback toward $110K. On-chain metrics, including a low Short-Term Holder MVRV, still point to upside above $140K. Chart analysis highlights open 4-hour fair value gaps at $111K and a CME gap at $114K–$116K. These gap fills may act as selling magnets, risking a drop to $111K support. Traders should watch gap levels and the $110K–$111K zone, while strong buyer volume and a Greed-index in ‘Greed’ indicate potential defence by bulls.

Over the past two weeks, on-chain analytics firms report investors have executed ETH withdrawals totalling over 300,000 ETH (approx. US$600 million) from centralized exchanges. Earlier in this period, an unidentified whale moved 6,137 ETH off Kraken, highlighting a broader trend of accumulation into cold wallets. Binance and Coinbase led net outflows, while staking services like Lido saw rising ETH deposits. These ETH withdrawals have reduced exchange liquidity and sell-side pressure, a pattern that historically precedes bullish price trends. Traders should monitor ongoing ETH flows and whale movements as key indicators of market sentiment and potential short- and mid-term volatility.

An Ethereum whale acquired 18,557 ETH for about $64 million over two days, averaging $3,451 per token. On-chain analysis shows the investor transferred 47.28 million USDT from Crypto.com and Cumberland to complete the purchases. Following these ETH acquisitions, the Ethereum whale used Aave to borrow 16.75 million USDT against ETH collateral, boosting holdings to roughly 38,000 ETH (worth around $135 million). This large-scale ETH accumulation signals strong market confidence and reduced circulating supply, likely supporting bullish momentum in both the short and long term.

El Salvador has halted Bitcoin purchases since December 2024, according to a July 2025 IMF Article IV Consultation report. Under a $1.4 billion IMF Extended Fund Facility, the government agreed to limit public-sector crypto activity and prioritize fiscal stability. On-chain data show no new BTC acquisitions; recent wallet movements were internal transfers, not fresh buys. In January 2025, Bitcoin lost its legal tender status in El Salvador. The state-backed Chivo Wallet will be privatized by the end of July. Authorities also plan to dissolve the Fidebitcoin trust and enhance transparency of state-owned enterprises. This shift in El Salvador Bitcoin policy could reduce demand for BTC and weigh on market sentiment in the short term. Traders should adjust their models to reflect corrected on-chain data and anticipate lower fiscal risk from public Bitcoin purchases.

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy sold his XRP at $2.40 two weeks ago, only to watch the token surge over 50% to a record high above $3.60. As of now, XRP trades near $3.40, up 25% in seven days and boasting a market cap above $200 billion. Portnoy blamed a tip-off fearing competition from Circle’s USDC, echoing an earlier exit from the GREED meme coin. The rally is driven by U.S. crypto legislation, notably the GENIUS Act backing Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin, and the prospect of an executive order unlocking a $9 trillion retirement market for digital assets. Institutional demand is rising: open interest in XRP perpetual futures hit a record $8.8 billion. This episode underscores XRP’s volatility and the emotional hurdles retail traders face amid regulatory shifts and mounting market momentum.

Bitcoin’s rally has stalled below $120,000, with only 15% of short-term holders in profit—well under the 35% threshold that historically triggers profit-taking—suggesting up to 25% more upside before a pullback. Major altcoins (ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL) have outperformed Bitcoin, fueling talk of an altseason, though BTC dominance remains near 61% versus the 40–44% level typically needed for sustained altcoin cycles. While Bitcoin may still target $200,000–$1 million long term, its risk-reward profile has become symmetric. Traders are therefore eyeing early-stage tokens for asymmetric gains—historical opportunities like BTC at cents (2009), ETH at $0.30 (2014) or SOL under $1 (2020) delivered up to 11,000× returns. These IPO-style launches offer broad participation. Allocating capital into emerging altcoins now could capture exponential growth as crypto adoption and user experience improve. Market briefs: US House advanced the CLARITY, GENIUS and Anti-CBDC Acts; a former UK crime officer was jailed for stealing 50 BTC; a 40,000 BTC whale moved coins to a new wallet; WLFI tokens were unlocked for trading.

Semler Scientific has added $25 million of Bitcoin to its corporate treasury, raising total BTC holdings to 4,846 coins valued at about $578 million. The medical technology firm acquired the new Bitcoin at an average price of $118,974 per coin in early July, financing the purchase through a $175 million at-the-market equity offering. Despite its aggressive Bitcoin strategy, Semler Scientific’s stock has fallen 22% year-to-date amid investor concerns over share dilution and underwhelming Q2 earnings. Looking ahead, Semler Scientific plans to increase its Bitcoin treasury to 105,000 BTC by 2027 — roughly 0.05% of total BTC supply — funded by future equity raises. The company also faces legal scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Justice following settlement talks over potential fraud violations involving its QuantaFlo product. Analysts warn that while Bitcoin adoption can enhance brand visibility, it may not resolve Semler Scientific’s operational challenges. This development underscores ongoing tension between corporate Bitcoin strategies and stock performance, prompting traders to weigh the risks of treasury diversification against market skepticism.

Bitcoin adoption remains in its mid-stage, following an internet-like power law driven by wallet growth and demand. According to Fidelity’s Jurrien Timmer, the market continues its gradual maturation, with price cycles marked by advances and consolidation. Corporate adoption is rising. In Q2, 46 public companies added Bitcoin, taking the total to 125 firms holding 847,000 BTC ($91 billion). This momentum in Bitcoin adoption is backed by a record $3.7 billion inflow into crypto products last week, raising AUM to $211 billion, with Bitcoin products making up 85%. Retail FOMO is also returning. First-time buyers added over 140,000 BTC in two weeks. Even EV maker Volcon plans a $500 million private placement with 95% allocated to Bitcoin. The blend of institutional inflows and renewed retail demand underlines continued bullish potential.