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More than $27 million worth of tokens are scheduled to be unlocked in the week of July 21-27, triggering shifts across the crypto market, according to data from Tokenomist. While some assets are seeing price pressure from the new supply, others are rallying hard, showing that project momentum can often outweigh dilution concerns. Among the most closely watched are Avail, Venom, and AltLayer, each with multimillion-dollar unlocks impacting circulating supply and market sentiment. As tokens flood the market, investors are recalibrating positions, prompting varied price movements across the board. Weekly Insider Unlocks : 21-27 July ’25 $27m+ Unlocked📷Insider Unlocks Highlights…

TVL is a crucial indicator indicating the success and prosperity of blockchain networks in the DeFi landscape. New data from DefiLlama today listed top chains with top growth in TVL (the total value of assets locked in a specific blockchain) this week, an indicator that these networks attracted investors’ interest during the period. Top 10 Chains by TVL Ethereum According to the data, Ethereum has maintained its status as the leader in the DeFi world. It is the leading network for decentralized applications. As per the data, Ethereum currently holds an $84.053 billion TVL, an increase of 17.05% over the…

Skycorp Solar Group Limited (PN), a Chinese manufacturer of solar cables and connectors, saw its shares climb 8.39%, following the company’s announcement that it plans to buy Ethereum (ETH) as part of its long-term digital asset treasury management strategy. The announcement comes amid growing institutional interest in Ethereum. Public companies worldwide are ramping up their efforts to integrate the ‘digital oil’ into their financial frameworks. Public Companies Accelerate Push to Buy Ethereum In the latest press release, the firm highlighted that it will use partial cash reserves and renewable energy project returns to finance its ETH purchases. Skycorp Solar also…

The dynamic world of cryptocurrency never stands still, and recent developments from South Korea’s prominent venture capital firm, Hashed, are once again stirring the pot. Known for its significant investments and foresight in the digital asset space, Hashed has made a strategic move by filing multiple crypto trademarks related to stablecoins. This isn’t just a bureaucratic step; it’s a powerful signal, hinting at ambitious plans that could reshape the landscape of Hashed stablecoin initiatives and further solidify South Korea crypto leadership in the global blockchain arena. What does this mean for the future of digital finance, and how might it…

Sonic Labs unveiled Spark, an AI-powered no-code builder, sparking investor excitement and sharp token price growth. Spark’s early access launch helped push the Sonic token price up over 5% in just 24 hours. The price of the Sonic token suddenly surged following the launch of Spark, their latest AI tool that allows users to build Web3 applications without coding. In the past 24 hours, the value of the Sonic token has increased by 5.4%. Trading volume has also surged to $244.6 million—a 29% increase, indicating market enthusiasm. Source: CoinMarketCap According to CoinMarketCap data, the MACD chart also showed a positive…

Blockchain technology promises to streamline the issuance and management of covered bonds, but its adoption remains hindered by legal, technical and regulatory barriers, according to a recent report by Moody’s Ratings. The ratings company’s report highlights blockchain’s potential to enhance operational efficiency and transparency in the covered-bond market. By deploying smart contracts, issuers could automate tasks such as asset substitution, while real-time transaction data could improve investor visibility and shorten bond issuance timelines. Moody’s notes, however, that current blockchain use is mostly limited to on-chain bond issuance, with key functions like settlement and asset management still reliant on off-chain infrastructure.…

Bitcoin’s July rally appears to be losing steam among retail investors, with selling activity rising sharply across U.S., Korean, and Binance-based retail segments, even as whales accumulate heavily. A July 22 analysis by CryptoQuant contributor Arab Chain points to waning demand from U.S. and Korean traders. The Coinbase Premium Index, which tracks the price gap between Coinbase and global exchanges, has stayed flat or negative despite Bitcoin’s (BTC) push to an all-time high of $122,838 on July 14. This indicates that U.S. investors are likely taking profits rather than accumulating. Similarly, the Korea Premium Index shows local traders are selling…

Lightec’s zkBTC bridge goes live on mainnet, marking a new phase for Bitcoin as it enters the cross-chain liquidity era. The zkBTC Bridge has officially launched on mainnet, marking a major milestone for the Lightec team after more than two years of development. The announcement follows the successful conclusion of the testnet phase, which ended on July 1,. during which users could earn points by participating in testnet interactions. The testnet, in turn, built on earlier community testing efforts, including the Beta V3 “Odyssey” campaign launched in December last year, in which users earned zkBTC points convertible into airdrops. Now…

Ethereum’s recent price rally appears to be losing momentum just as Spot Ethereum exchange-traded funds record strong inflows. Spot Ethereum ETFs registered a $533.87 million net inflow on July 22, the third-largest single-day inflow since their launch, according to SoSoValue data. With cumulative inflows now totaling $8.32 billion, institutional demand for Ethereum (ETH) ETFs is clearly on the rise. Leading the charge was BlackRock’s ETHA, which brought in $426.22 million, and currently oversees over $10 billion in assets. Grayscale’s fund received $72.64 million in new capital, while Fidelity’s FETH added $35.01 million. The total trading volume for all spot Ethereum…

London-based crypto market maker B2C2 is seeking external capital of up to $200 million to allow existing majority owner SBI Holdings to reduce its 90% stake. People familiar with the fundraising effort say the capital will be used to diversify the ownership structure and fund business growth. SBI Financial Services, owned by Tokyo-based SBI Holdings, acquired a 90% stake in December 2020, following its initial investment in July of that year for $30 million. The Japanese financial group maintained majority ownership as B2C2 expanded as a regulated crypto trading specialist. Regulatory Developments Drive Operational Requirements SBI Holdings highlighted B2C2’s performance…