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Liquid staking token supply dropped sharply ahead of EigenLayer’s slashing activation. Ether.Fi dominates post-upgrade inflows while other LRTs continue to see outflows. $2.7B Berachain TVL unlock on May 6 may trigger volatility across EVM-based markets. Despite gains in general crypto markets, recent DeFi trends show continued caution among investors and institutions. Data from April 2025, as reported by IntoTheBlock, shows a reduction in Ethereum staking derivatives, minimal activity in high-risk loans, and rising stablecoin minting via protocol-controlled mechanisms. A $2.7 billion total value unlock from Berachain scheduled for May 6 is expected to test liquidity conditions across EVM-compatible networks further.…
Ethereum faces a decisive moment as it trades into a major resistance zone. After several failed attempts to break higher, price action is showing signs of weakness. The next move will be pivotal in determining whether Ethereum can shift its bearish structure, or continue its macro downtrend. Ethereum (ETH) is currently testing a key resistance area, and the reaction here could set the tone for the next major move. Despite the recent rally, multiple technical factors suggest that Ethereum remains vulnerable to further downside if this resistance holds. Below, we break down the key confluences at play, critical support to…
Miden, a protocol specializing in privacy and fast transaction speeds for large institutions, is spinning out of Polygon and has raised $25 million in a seed round. The funding will be used to develop the Miden’s roadmap, including ecosystem expansion and developer tooling. This round was led by a16z crypto, 1kx and Hack VC, with participation from Finality Capital Partners, Symbolic Capital, P2 Ventures, Delta Fund, and MH Ventures. Miden’s design, which makes use of zero-knowledge technology, is geared for large institutions that need transaction confidentiality when executing large payment batches. For example, the protocol could be used for “every…
Bitcoin price surged past the $95,000 mark on April 25, 2025, for the first time since early March. The rally was fueled by strong market momentum and recovering network fundamentals. Analysts emphasized that if BTC holds above $95,500, it could unlock a breakout toward $113,800. Based on MVRV bands and strengthening capital inflows, the BTC price prediction now points to further upside despite potential short-term cooling. MVRV Bands Indicate Potential Bitcoin Price Breakout Crypto analyst Ali Martinez identified Bitcoin’s current movement through the MVRV Pricing Bands as a major bullish signal. According to Ali, Bitcoin price entered a historically strong…
Ethereum is now facing a critical test as it trades within a tight range, sitting below the $1,850 resistance and above the $1,750 support. After a strong recovery from the $1,400 level earlier this month, bulls have managed to stabilize price action, but the real challenge is now unfolding. To confirm a sustainable bullish structure, Ethereum must decisively reclaim the $2,000 level in the coming days. Market sentiment remains cautious as Ethereum consolidates below resistance while macroeconomic uncertainty continues to weigh on risk assets. Top crypto analyst Big Cheds shared insights on X, highlighting a technical concern: Ethereum is displaying…
Tokenized treasuries products enjoyed significant growth during April, with investors injecting more than $1 billion into the sector since April 1. The funds are enjoying a banner year, with the TVL of tokenized treasuries sitting at nearly $6.16 billion after jumping 78% from late January’s local low of $3.47 billion. TVL of tokenized treasuries. Source: rwa.xyz. BUIDL’s dominance grows The dominance of BlackRock’s BUIDL fund continues to grow, driving 64% of inflows over the past 30 days with $621.7 million, according to rwa.xyz. BUIDL now boasts a TVL of nearly $2.56 billion and accounts for 41.5% of the sector’s combined…
The price of Pi Coin (PI) has slipped below the key $0.60 level, falling by over 3% in the past 24 hours. On a 30-day timeframe, the token has recorded a -15% decline, making it one of the few major cryptocurrencies trading in the red this month. While this downward trend has raised concerns among holders, some traders are starting to wonder if this dip could actually be a strategic buying opportunity. Since mid-April, Pi Coin has been trading sideways in a narrow range between $0.59 and $0.67, and with the current price now testing the lower boundary at $0.58,…
According to new research from Finbold, President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office have seen a sharp drop in fortunes for Bitcoin (BTC) holders. Despite a surge in optimism after his historic re-election in November 2024. While the billionaire was welcomed for his pro-crypto rhetoric and, thus, Bitcoin soared to new all-time highs (ATH) above $109,000 in his anticipated return to the White House, his actual presidency has so far been more bearish than bullish. As President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office elapsed, Finbold research uncovered that between January 21 (Trump’s first full day in office) and…
Ethereum’s major holders are returning to the market. Amid the past week’s market consolidation, major players have seized the opportunity to accumulate ETH aggressively. On-chain data reveals an uptick in whale holdings, while ETH-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded their first weekly net inflow in eight weeks, signaling a significant shift in sentiment. ETH Whale Accumulation and ETF Inflows Hint at Imminent Price Surge According to on-chain data, leading altcoin ETH has noted a significant spike in its large holders’ netflow over the past week. According to the on-chain data provider, this has rocketed 2682% in the past seven days. ETH…
SoFi CEO Anthony Noto has confirmed that the fintech company plans to reintroduce cryptocurrency investing by the end of the year, following a “fundamental shift” in the regulatory environment influenced by policies under the Trump administration. SoFi was compelled to discontinue its crypto investing services in late 2023 as a condition for securing its bank charter during a period of intensified federal scrutiny of digital assets. At the time, users could trade over 20 cryptocurrencies but were either redirected to Blockchain.com or required to liquidate their holdings. Thanks to updated guidance from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency…