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Bitcoin is staging a steady climb after reclaiming the $110K level, driven by robust ETF inflows and reduced miner sell-pressure following the latest halving. Traders now eye a stretch target of $135K, provided spot ETF demand remains strong and macroeconomic data stays supportive. Meanwhile, Dogecoin is consolidating around $0.20 with improving liquidity, rising on-chain activity and normalized derivatives funding. A decisive break above $0.30 could pave the way to $0.50 and even the long-term $1 milestone if Bitcoin extends its rally. Beyond large caps, early-stage play MAGACOIN FINANCE is attracting retail traders and crypto funds alike with limited token allocations, simple tokenomics and an expanding real-world utility roadmap. Fast-filled funding rounds and community growth underpin upside projections of up to 45x. Key indicators to watch include sustained ETF net inflows, rising stablecoin supply and higher spot volumes as precursors to the next major leg up.

The tokenized private credit market has surged to nearly $16 billion in active loans as the average APR slipped below 10%. The tokenized private credit sector’s outstanding principal rose 25% over the past quarter, driven by major DeFi platforms such as Maple Finance, Centrifuge, and TrueFi. Increased institutional adoption and competition for yield have fueled the rise, while narrowing risk spreads have led to lower APRs. Despite tighter margins, the expanding market scale underscores robust investor demand and maturing credit infrastructure in decentralized finance.

NFT sales first fell 8.5% week-on-week to $129.6 million amid broader market weakness, then plunged 22.6% to $104.5 million despite a crypto rebound. Total transactions rose to 1.81 million before slipping 3.1% to 1.7 million, while buyers increased to 622,535 and sellers to 447,821. Bitcoin held near $110,000 and Ethereum around $4,300, pushing global crypto market cap up from $3.75 trillion to $3.81 trillion. Ethereum NFT sales declined from $54.5 million to $37.7 million, and wash trading collapsed 68% to $6.4 million. Polygon volumes dipped to $15.7 million, BNB Chain to $9.5 million, Bitcoin NFTs to $7.8 million, and Solana to $5.1 million. Polygon’s Courtyard led with $14.6 million, while CryptoPunks outperformed, rising to $8 million. Other top collections included Pudgy Penguins, DMarket, DKTNFT, Panini America and Guild of Guardians Heroes. High-value trades peaked at 100 ETH for CryptoPunks #5898 and 90.1 ETH for #843.

Bitwise has launched five new crypto ETPs on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The Bitwise Crypto ETPs include a Bitcoin ETP (BTC1), Solana staking ETP (BSOL), Ethereum staking ETP (ET32), a physical XRP ETP (GXRP) and the DA20 index ETP. These crypto ETPs are fully collateralized with cold-storage reserves and redeemable through a physical mechanism. Traders gain direct crypto exposure via brokerage accounts, no wallet needed. This expansion follows Bitwise exceeding $15 billion in assets under management. It underlines Switzerland’s role in digital asset adoption and expands regulated crypto index funds.

Bitcoin price has consolidated above the $110,000 mark despite weaker-than-expected US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data, suggesting a potential trigger for the next bullish wave. According to XWIN Research Japan via CryptoQuant, rising unemployment paradoxically aligns with risk asset rallies as traders anticipate Federal Reserve rate cuts. On-chain stablecoin reserves on exchanges climbed from $30 billion to over $58 billion, while depositing addresses surged toward 40,000 BTC. This accumulation across whales and retail investors signals market positioning ahead of an easier monetary policy. With capital parked in stablecoins and historically correlated patterns pointing to fresh highs, weak job data could catalyze stronger demand for Bitcoin. Traders should watch stablecoin flows, Fed commentary, and price action around support at $110,000 for clues to a sustained rally.

Solana (SOL) and Pi Network (PI) have recently seen declines in trading volume as market attention shifts to Layer Brett, a new Ethereum Layer 2 solution blending meme coin appeal with high-performance utility. In its presale, Layer Brett raised over $1.8 million, and analysts forecast up to 70× gains by 2025. The network boasts 10,000 transactions per second (TPS) and gas fees as low as $0.0001, significantly outpacing many Layer 1 chains. Early adopters can stake $LBRETT tokens with a 917% APY, using ETH, USDT, or BNB via MetaMask or Trust Wallet. Solana’s volatile price action and Pi Network’s unlaunched mainnet have left traders seeking fresh opportunities with strong upside. Layer Brett’s off-chain processing model leverages Ethereum’s security while delivering near-instant, ultra-low-cost transactions. With a modest market cap compared to SOL and PI, its presale presents a wide runway for explosive growth. As the crypto bull run unfolds, investors may view $LBRETT as a high-reward addition to diversified portfolios.

Solana’s price has stabilized around $206, but traders seeking sharper gains are diversifying into Remittix. Remittix is positioning itself as a utility-driven PayFi altcoin backed by a $250,000 giveaway and a wallet beta launch on September 15. The project has sold 645 million tokens at $0.1030 and raised over $24 million, leading to listings on BitMart and LBANK, with a third exchange pending. Remittix offers direct crypto-to-bank transfers in 30+ countries, multi-currency wallet support, and audited security by CertiK. Its deflationary tokenomics and clear roadmap contrast with Solana’s incremental upgrades. As Remittix gains traction among altcoins, traders view it as a faster growth narrative without sacrificing credibility. Remittix and Solana now form a strategic diversification pair for crypto portfolios.

In August 2025, crypto phishing scams soared, with $12 million lost and over 15,000 victims recorded by Scam Sniffer. Attackers focused on exploiting EIP-7702 signature scams to drain wallets via crafted signatures. Three major incidents alone accounted for $5.6 million in theft. Scam Sniffer data shows a 72% month-on-month increase in phishing losses from July, and a 67% rise in victim counts. The largest single loss in August exceeded $3 million. Overall, malicious exploits caused over $163 million in combined losses across crypto and DeFi platforms. EIP-7702 signature scams allow Externally Owned Accounts to function as smart contract wallets. When abused, attackers trick users into signing transactions that transfer assets without immediate notice. These incidents highlight emerging risks to wallet security. To mitigate these crypto phishing scams, users should verify URLs, bookmark official sites, and inspect signature requests carefully. Employing hardware wallets, enabling two-factor authentication, using VPNs, and keeping software updated can prevent most phishing attempts. After any suspicious event, immediately revoke allowances, move funds to a new wallet, and report the incident to anti-scam services. Traders and custodians must prioritize layered defenses. Vigilance around EIP-7702 signature requests and strict wallet security practices will help protect digital assets from evolving threats.

CleanCore has launched a $175 million private equity fund to build an official Dogecoin treasury with the Dogecoin Foundation. The Dogecoin treasury positions DOGE among corporate reserve assets and marks a major institutional adoption milestone. Marco Margiotta joins CleanCore as Chief Investment Officer to manage DOGE allocation, compliance and governance. DOGE trades at $0.21, with a $32.23 billion market cap and 24-hour volume down 40.6%. CleanCore’s treasury strategy uses internal risk limits, on-chain custody best practices and regulatory reporting. This corporate reserve move may boost DOGE liquidity and encourage similar Dogecoin treasury initiatives in the market.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has entered a consolidation phase in September, trading around $0.00001215 with low volume and minimal price movement. Technical indicators suggest uncertain short-term momentum, as the meme coin fails to attract fresh liquidity. In contrast, Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new DeFi altcoin priced at $0.035, has gained rapid traction among retail and institutional investors. Over 16,100 holders have committed more than $15.45 million in funding during its presale. MUTM’s $50,000 USDT CertiK bug bounty and plans for an overcollateralized USD-pegged Ethereum-based stablecoin underscore its focus on security and utility. By offering adaptive interest-rate algorithms for lenders and borrowers, Mutuum Finance aims to optimize capital efficiency and manage risk with dynamic liquidation parameters. As traders seek projects with clear use cases over legacy meme coins, the shift toward utility-driven altcoins could reshape market sentiment and capital flows.

Over two consecutive weeks, the Shiba Inu community carried out major SHIB burn operations, removing 59.4 million and then 20.31 million tokens from circulation. In the first burn cycle, total SHIB burns hit 59.4 million, yet the weekly burn rate fell 42% and daily burns averaged just 79,519. This period coincided with an 11.5% SHIB price rally to $0.00001350, driven by Bitcoin’s brief surge above $117,000 and Fed rate-cut signals. In the subsequent week, 20.31 million SHIB were burned, lifting the weekly burn rate by 43.7% even as daily burns plunged 97% to around 69,800 tokens and an hour-high burn of 69,613. Despite the supply reduction, SHIB price slipped 1.67% to $0.00001225 amid Bitcoin’s drop to $110,560. Traders should monitor SHIB burn metrics alongside Bitcoin movements to gauge potential bullish catalysts or broader market headwinds.

Bitcoin whales sold over 100,000 BTC in recent months, driving whale-held reserves down to 3.15 million BTC—a seven-year low. Despite this liquidation, institutions and several national treasuries continued to accumulate Bitcoin through OTC desks and available ETFs, offsetting selling pressure. As a result, Bitcoin trades within a $104,000–$116,000 range, with a market cap of approximately $3.81 trillion and 24-hour trading volume near $137 billion. On-chain data show robust liquidity, as CoinMarketCap reports BTC’s 24-hour volume at $48.4 billion. Analysts warn that a break below $104,000 could test support around $93,000, while a breakout above $116,000 may fuel further upside. Traders should monitor whale reserve trends, institutional flow reports, futures funding rates, and on-chain liquidity metrics to gauge market direction.

JPMorgan Asset Management’s Chief Global Strategist David Kelly told CNBC that while the US economy continues to slow, upcoming Fed rate cuts are unlikely to reverse the trend. Pointing to a weak August jobs report and other indicators, Kelly said the economy is decelerating but not yet in recession, with existing headwinds deepening. He warned that lower rates would cut retirees’ interest income and merely signal further easing, doing little to spur borrowing or investment. Drawing on the last two decades of data, including post-2008 cuts, Kelly concluded that Fed rate cuts have failed to stimulate sustainable growth. Traders should temper expectations that monetary policy alone can rescue the economy.

On September 4, 2025, the XRP Ledger activated its Credentials amendment (XLS-0070), introducing a native on-chain identity layer aligned with W3C Verifiable Credentials. The update adds three new transactions—CredentialCreate, CredentialAccept and CredentialDelete—plus a Credential ledger entry, extended DepositPreauth and a CredentialIDs field in payments and escrows. Developers and issuers can now issue, store and verify KYC/AML credentials directly on the XRP Ledger without off-chain middleware. Businesses enforce protocol-level compliance by requiring valid credentials for deposits and payments, enhancing auditability and privacy. This upgrade also paves the way for Permissioned Domains and a Permissioned DEX, targeting regulated institutional use. By meeting TradFi standards, the XRP Ledger aims to attract institutional adoption and support Ripple’s goal of tokenizing 10% of global assets by 2030. At press time, XRP traded around $2.83, reflecting market optimism about increased institutional flows and improved network utility.

On September 6, a crypto whale deposited $14.53M in USDC on Hyperliquid and opened a $29M Solana (SOL) long at 2× leverage, buying 143,126 SOL. At press time, SOL traded near $202 within an ascending channel bounded by $188 support (23.6% Fib) and $218 resistance (78.6% Fib); extensions point to $229 and $263. On-Balance Volume indicates steady accumulation, while CoinGlass data shows an 85% long bias (long/short ratio 5.66), raising squeeze risks. CryptoQuant’s futures volume bubble signals aggressive positioning in perpetual contracts, often a precursor to volatile reversals. Major liquidation clusters lie below $195 for longs and above $210–220 for shorts, making small moves potentially cascade liquidations. A break above $218 could trigger short squeezes toward $229, but a dip below $195 may spark long liquidations and sharp downside. Overall, strong whale conviction and channel structure support a bullish outlook, though overheated futures and crowded longs increase volatility risk.

SMQKE recently shared Ripple’s documentation showing that RippleNet integrates SWIFT messaging interoperability. RippleNet also aligns its payment object with the ISO 20022 pacs.008 standard. These features ensure RippleNet can exchange messages directly with SWIFT-based institutions. Technical interoperability reduces onboarding friction and translation errors. It lets banks adopt blockchain settlements without scrapping legacy SWIFT rails. This design positions RippleNet as a bridge in cross-border payments. Although there’s no official SWIFT partnership, the documented interoperability supports potential institutional adoption. Traders may see increased XRP demand if banks integrate RippleNet to streamline global transfers.

Spot ether ETFs logged a fifth consecutive day of outflows, shedding $952 million over five days, including $787 million during the four-day trading week. Friday saw the sharpest decline, with $446.7 million exiting these funds. In contrast, spot bitcoin ETFs attracted $246.4 million in net inflows over the past week, following a record August when ether ETFs pulled in $3.87 billion even as bitcoin ETFs saw $751 million in outflows. Ether’s price has risen more than 16% in the past month, buoyed by the GENIUS Act’s passage, which restricts stablecoin issuers from paying interest and may spur greater institutional adoption. However, ether slipped 1.8% last week, trading just below $4,300. These outflows in ether ETFs underline growing risk aversion among traders and could pressure ether’s price in the near term. The recent sell-off reflects a broader rotation out of risk assets after weak U.S. jobs data raised expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Traders now price in an 89% chance of a 25-basis-point cut later this month and an 11% chance of a 50-basis-point cut, according to CME FedWatch. Meanwhile, growing recession fears and geopolitical tensions have driven gold above $3,600.

Solana price has dropped by 7.6% this month to around $200, despite doubling from its April low. A key catalyst is the SOL Strategies Nasdaq listing scheduled on September 9 under the ticker STKE. As one of the largest SOL accumulators, SOL Strategies holds 435,064 SOL ($87 million) and plans to raise $500 million for further accumulation. This listing could boost Solana price by improving capital inflows. Another major driver is the expected approval of multiple SOL ETFs. The SEC sets October 16 as the deadline for Bitwise and 21Shares applications, with other firms like Fidelity and Franklin Templeton also awaiting decisions. High market odds (>80%) anticipate approval. On-chain accumulation and ETF optimism coincide with a golden cross in technicals. If Solana price breaks current resistance at the Murrey Math line, it could target its year-to-date high near $295, implying a 47% gain.

Dogecoin continues to trade sideways below the critical $0.22 level, hovering around $0.214. Despite support at $0.21, the 21-day simple moving average (SMA) has capped any upward momentum. On the 4-hour chart, doji candlesticks reflect growing indecision among traders as price action remains confined between the $0.21 support and $0.22 resistance. A clear break above the 21-day SMA could propel Dogecoin toward its recent high of $0.26, while a breach of the $0.21 floor may trigger a drop to $0.18. Key resistance zones stand at $0.22 and $0.26, with support levels at $0.21 and $0.18. Traders should watch for a decisive move beyond these ranges to gauge the next directional bias.

Solana saw two major institutional developments this week. SOL Strategies received Nasdaq approval to list under ticker STKE, with trading starting September 9, 2025. The Nasdaq listing gives Solana-focused staking operations access to global institutional investors, accelerating validator growth and scaling operations. Shares will migrate automatically from the Canadian Securities Exchange, reducing friction. At the same time, DeFi Development Corp. (DFDV) crossed 2 million SOL in its treasury after acquiring 196,141 SOL at an average price of $202.76. The treasury now holds 2,027,817 SOL (~$410 million), with all funds staked to earn native yield. DFDV offers a liquid equity proxy for long-term Solana exposure. These combined moves mark a turning point for Solana, signaling robust institutional adoption. By locking tokens in staking and treasury, supply tightens and demand may rise. Traders should watch for increased network security, potential price support, and new entry points: STKE and DFDV equity. This institutional momentum could reinforce both short-term bullish sentiment and long-term ecosystem growth.

Analysts identify the top altcoins to buy before September as crypto markets rotate into a new cycle. Bitcoin (BTC) trades near $107,000–$110,000, about 13% below its August peak. Despite potential downside to $100,000, RSI divergence and $333 million in early September ETF inflows—led by Fidelity and BlackRock—underscore Bitcoin’s strength. Forecasts range from $125,000 to $150,000, with a $119,000 breakout eyed in Q4 if the Fed cuts rates. Ethereum (ETH) stands at about $4,300 after a pullback. A clear break could drive ETH toward $4,950–$5,000. August saw nearly $4 billion of institutional ETF inflows into ETH, plus rising Layer-2 and network upgrade activity. Analysts predict ETH could outperform other top altcoins in Q4, targeting $7,000–$10,000 by year-end. Binance Coin (BNB) trades around $850 within a symmetrical triangle. Nasdaq-listed BNC has grown its treasury to $330 million, aiming for 1% of supply by 2025. Projections place BNB between $780 and $1,020 through September. Shiba Inu (SHIB) sits near $0.000012. Bullish divergence points to targets up to $0.00003, with long-term holders at 76%. Shibarium has processed over a billion transactions, supporting SHIB as one of the top altcoins. Emerging contender MAGACOIN FINANCE (MGF) gains traction ahead of the September cycle. Strong fundamentals, growing demand, and seasonal flows earn it a spot among the best altcoins to buy now.

Ethereum price is trading near $4,400 and building pressure below $4,550 resistance. Institutional inflows—led by BlackRock’s ETHA ETF with over $20 billion—have pushed total Ethereum ETF assets above $30 billion. Technical momentum points to a potential surge to $5,000 by September. DeFi newcomer Remittix has raised $24 million in its presale, selling 645 million RTX tokens to over 25,000 holders. Built on Ethereum with CertiK-audited contracts, Remittix offers cross-chain PayFi settlements to bank accounts in 30+ countries at 0.1% fees. Upcoming milestones include a Q3 beta Web3 wallet, deflationary burns, a $250,000 community giveaway, and a planned CEX listing. These developments position Remittix for strong altcoin performance and potential 25x returns. Traders should monitor Ethereum ETF flows and Remittix presale stages for timely entry points.

Cardano (ADA) and Chainlink (LINK) prices have stalled, trading in tight ranges below key resistance levels. ADA remains under $1, while LINK consolidates around $22–$25, leaving traders hungry for volatility. Layer Brett, a meme-driven Ethereum Layer 2 token, is gaining attention for instant transactions, low gas fees and gamified staking rewards. Analysts cite Layer Brett’s breakout potential and viral NFT drops as key drivers for renewed market interest. While ADA and LINK boast strong fundamentals, their sideways momentum contrasts with Layer Brett’s fast-paced appeal. Traders seeking high-risk, high-reward opportunities are watching Layer Brett as the next altcoin to watch this month.

Etherealize, led by co-founder Danny Ryan, secured $40 million to build a zero-knowledge–based trading and settlement layer on Ethereum, boosting Ethereum privacy. This ZK infrastructure responds to rising institutional demand for on-chain privacy, allowing firms to conceal order books, treasury positions and trading strategies while retaining regulatory auditability. Zero-knowledge proofs enable verifiable transactions without exposing sensitive data. Heightened scrutiny of mixers like Tornado Cash underscores the need for compliant privacy. Etherealize’s approach aims to balance Ethereum privacy with oversight through selective disclosure. Widespread institutional adoption could accelerate on-chain trading volumes and strengthen ETH’s appeal among professional investors.

Bitcoin surged to a new high above $110,000 as the Bitcoin bull cycle approaches a critical phase. Technical analysis from TradingShot forecasts a market peak by mid-October 2025 near the 0.786 Fibonacci time extension, followed by a significant correction into 2026. On-chain data from Glassnode highlights key support levels: $109,400 for short-term holders and $36,700 for long-term investors. To sustain momentum, Bitcoin must hold the $110,000 threshold. At writing, BTC trades at $110,774, down 1.7% over 24 hours but up 1.5% on the week. Traders should watch the realized price of short-term holders closely; a drop below $109,400 could trigger deeper retracement. Overall, the Bitcoin bull cycle faces major tests ahead, with Fibonacci targets and support levels guiding entry and exit strategies.

Fundstrat co-founder and BitMine chairman Tom Lee predicts a 50% chance that Ethereum (ETH) will flip Bitcoin (BTC) over the next five years, forecasting an ETH price of $60,000. Ether’s summer rally—up 92.5% year-on-year to $4,280—has been driven by record spot ETF inflows ($1.8 billion in July vs. $70 million for Bitcoin), expanding stablecoin issuance on Ethereum, and BitMine Immersion Technology’s pivot to amass 1.71 million ETH (aiming for 5% of supply). Institutional demand has drained ETH from exchanges to decade lows, while the EU explores issuing a digital euro on Ethereum and Solana (SOL). Yet ETH/BTC remains below its 2018–21 peaks, trading at 0.04 BTC per ETH. Challenges include uncapped supply, “Ethereum killer” rivals like Tron (TRX), and Bitcoin’s market-leading status. Lee’s bold call follows Michael Saylor’s recent legal challenges and highlights the growing gap between Ether’s spot ETF performance and Bitcoin’s entrenched dominance. Traders should watch ETF flows, treasury holdings, and regulatory developments for short-term bullish catalysts, even as ETH works to reclaim long-term parity with BTC.

The NFT market is showing signs of recovery in 2025 but remains far below the 2022 peak. A report from Coinlaw.io forecasts the global NFT market to exceed $60 billion in 2025 and grow to $247 billion by 2029, representing a 42% CAGR. Gaming and digital art account for 38% and 21% of NFT transactions respectively. Venture capital has poured $4.2 billion into NFT projects in 2025, driven by new use cases like real estate and phygital tokens. Luxury brands fuel a 60% rise in phygital token volumes, while real estate NFTs surpass $1.4 billion in transaction value. Financial firms such as Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan explore tokenizing digital assets. Canary Capital filed for a Pudgy Penguins ETF blending PENGU tokens and NFT collectibles. In the NFT market, unique active wallets now outnumber those in AI and social dApps. Trading metrics show NFT sales rising since January, even as trading volumes dipped by $419 million. July and August added $1 billion to market cap and 90,000 wallets. Despite this recovery, the current $6 billion market cap is 76% below the 2022 high of $24.7 billion.

Crypto strategist StephIsCrypto identifies a repeating breakout pattern that could push the XRP price to $14 by 2025. Since 2022, XRP has broken a descending trendline annually, triggering sharp rallies. For example, a 2022 breakout saw prices jump from $0.30 to $0.80. The 2024 breakout above $2.50 preceded a move past $3.00. On-chain data show whales added 340 million XRP recently. A close above $3.30 may confirm the next bullish phase. Traders eye the XRP price action around $3.30 as a key catalyst. Bitcoin and Ethereum market strength supports the outlook. Technical indicators form a tightening triangle, hinting at a breakout. Seasonality trends suggest late-2025 could align with another rally. However, some warn gains may be driven by liquidity flows, not organic demand. Overall, the bullish thesis rests on repeating historical cycles. Monitoring whale accumulation and resistance levels will help gauge momentum toward $14.

Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone warns that the recent Bitcoin price surge to $100,000 marks a market peak. He predicts Bitcoin price could plunge 90% to $10,000 amid cooling sentiment. McGlone notes Bitcoin’s record correlation with the S&P 500 makes it a risk-on asset tied to U.S. stocks. He also flags the proliferation of over 21 million cryptocurrencies as a broader crypto market risk. Volatility indicators, including a VIX spike after August lows, support his bearish outlook. In contrast, McGlone forecasts gold could rally toward $4,000 as equities decline. He advises traders to brace for a correction phase and monitor safe-haven assets like gold.