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The recent on-chain estimates indicate that developer inputs in the major blockchain ecosystems have plunged. Ethereum continued to lead the top development events, but the whole industry saw a decline, with other leading platforms such as Polygon, BNB Chain, and Solana. Ethereum, Polygon, and BNB Chain Maintain Lead Despite Slowing Contributions Ethereum had 87.4K development activity events, making it the most active network. However, it also recorded a 31.07% reduction in overall events and a 15.5% reduction in unique contributors, which amounted to 1.4K. Ethereum had a considerable lead over other ecosystems, although this had declined. The second-most active was…
U.S. exceptionalism, the notion that the U.S. economy and its financial markets are distinct compared to those of other nations, remains alive and well, at least according to the equity markets. Since the early April slide, Wall Street’s tech-heavy Nasdaq index has surged 31%, while the broader S&P 500 index has rallied 24%, according to data source TradingView. Other major indices, such as Germany’s DAX, France’s CAC, Japan’s Nikkei, and China’s Shanghai Composite, have lagged behind Wall Street. Both Nasdaq and the S&P 500 traded at record highs Thursday. Demand for U.S. Treasury notes has held up amid concerns about…
Leading crypto trading platforms Kraken and MoonPay call attention to XRP significant gains following the coin’s latest surge to a multi-month high. XRP has been riding the wave of the latest relief rally in the crypto market, which commenced last week. Interestingly, the coin witnessed a notable price increase yesterday, soaring past the $2.6 mark for the first time since March 7, 2025. The recent surge came after global travel giant Travala.com added XRP as a payment option. This would allow Travala users to pay for flights, book hotels, and other travel products using XRP. Following XRP’s recent surge, it…
The digital frontier of finance just got a lot more complicated for some. In a significant move that underscores the growing intersection of geopolitics and blockchain, Ukraine has taken decisive action against entities allegedly facilitating illicit financial flows. This isn’t just another headline; it’s a stark reminder that the crypto world, often perceived as borderless and unregulated, is increasingly becoming a battleground in international conflicts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree imposing a powerful wave of Ukraine crypto sanctions, targeting a network of firms and individuals accused of aiding Russian asset transfers. What Prompted These Ukraine Crypto Sanctions?…
WazirX users sue Zettai for freezing unhacked crypto and fiat balances without explanation. Court affidavit claims user funds were misclassified, violating Singapore trust and restructuring laws. Romy Johnson demands full audit, disclosure of approvals, and accountability for suspicious crypto movements. However, Singapore court rejected Zettai’s old plan; new hearing scheduled for July 15, 2025. The battle over frozen crypto is heating up inside a Singapore courtroom, where WazirX users are demanding answers and their money back. In the High Court, frustrated users are standing up to Zettai, WazirX’s Singapore entity, claiming their unhacked Bitcoin, XRP, TRX, BNB, USDT, and even…
American financier Anthony Scaramucci has suggested that the price of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, could potentially surge to $500,000 due to excessive government spending in the US. Scaramucci, a frequent critic of the current administration, believes that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has erased the “illusion” of the government being able to cut $2 trillion. Earlier today, Bloomberg published an op-ed by columnist Justin Fox, which argues that the DOGE did not manage to reduce government spending. In fact, it kept growing up despite a string of layoffs and other cutbacks. On Wednesday, it was reported that Trump would…
Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the $2,520 zone. ETH is now back above $2,550 and might soon aim for more gains. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $2,550 level. The price is trading above $2,565 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at $2,520 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $2,520 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Eyes More Gains Ethereum price started a fresh increase above the…
Europe’s largest asset manager is sounding alarms as U.S.-regulated stablecoins surge, threatening to erode dollar dominance and destabilize global money flows at massive scale. US Dollar’s Global Role Challenged by Surge in Regulated Stablecoins A sweeping shift in global financial dynamics could be triggered by the U.S. push to regulate dollar-backed stablecoins, prompting fears of monetary destabilization worldwide. Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager with over €2 trillion ($2.36 trillion) in assets under management, raised concerns on July 3 that the U.S. Senate’s recent passage of the GENIUS Act—a bill establishing oversight for U.S.-dollar-pegged crypto tokens—could significantly reshape global money flows.…
A crypto expert, Jesse from Apex Crypto Consulting, recently discussed the Ripple vs. SEC lawsuit. After spending over 9,000 hours researching Ripple and the global financial system, Jesse shared his thoughts and said the lawsuit might not be what it seems. According to Jesse, the legal battle between Ripple and the SEC is more like a carefully planned show. He feels it’s being used to control XRP’s price and allow Ripple to quietly build strong partnerships around the world. Jesse explained that in his view, Ripple isn’t just an ordinary crypto company and it is closely connected to powerful global…
Are you ready to explore new frontiers in the dynamic world of cryptocurrency trading? Get set for a significant development that could reshape your portfolio strategy. Crypto exchange giant Binance has made a pivotal announcement: the listing of the Binance LPT JPY spot trading pair. This new addition is set to go live on July 10 at 08:00 UTC, opening up exciting possibilities for traders worldwide, especially those looking to engage with the Japanese Yen market. This move underscores Binance’s continuous effort to expand its offerings and cater to a diverse global user base. What is Livepeer (LPT) and Why…