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AI Bots Now Power 67% of Gen Z Crypto Trades, Study Shows

A new report from cryptocurrency exchange MEXC reveals that most Generation Z crypto traders now rely on artificial intelligence tools to guide their investment decisions. The findings highlight how automation and AI-driven strategies are reshaping crypto trading among young investors who seek both efficiency and emotional control in turbulent markets. Gen Z Leads the AI-Driven Crypto Movement MEXC’s research, based on data from over 780,000 users aged 18 to 27, shows that 67% of Gen Z traders activated at least one AI-powered trading bot in the second quarter of 2025. This number far surpasses AI usage among older age groups,…

MarketsJul 31

No Ruling Yet as Standard Approval Process Slows Progress

Another week, another set of rumors surrounding the long-running legal battle between Ripple and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This time, social media buzzed with claims that the SEC had held its fourth secret, closed-door meeting to discuss Ripple’s appeal. The post further said that this delay could affect the chances of an XRP spot ETF approval. Others say that if the SEC drops the appeal, XRP might see a major breakout. SEC just holds their fourth closed-door meeting on Ripple’s appeal. A delay could hold up XRP spot ETF approvals—but if they drop the appeal, the next…

RegulationJul 31

Gemini Adds XRP and SHIB as Collateral for Derivatives Trading

Cryptocurrency trading platform Gemini has announced that it is now possible to use XRP, Shiba Inu (SHIB), Dogecoin (DOGE), Solana (SOL), and Bitcoin Cash (BCH) as cross collateral. The leading trading platform, which is run by the Winklevoss twins, debuted cross-collateral for derivatives trading in early 2024. Initially, users were only able to use Bitcoin (BTC) as collateral for trading derivatives. How does cross margin work? Users who trade derivatives have to deposit collateral in order to be able to open a position and maintain it. The collateral is meant to ensure that users will be able to cover potential…

ExchangesJul 31

London Bitcoin Company Surpasses 1,000 Miners in North America

London Bitcoin Company has officially crossed a key threshold in its mining journey. As of July 31, the firm now operates over 1,000 active Bitcoin miners across several North American sites. The company made the announcement Thursday, calling the update a “major operational milestone.” The new miner count includes a recent deployment of 385 ASIC machines at its Indiana facility. That location now holds 525 miners, its single largest site to date. Other operations are spread across Nebraska, Iowa, and Texas in the United States, and Goose Bay in Labrador, Canada. The total fleet is now running at 94% uptime…

MiningJul 31

REI Network Unites with ZORO Protocol to Power AI-on-Chain Innovation

REI Network, a prominent decentralized public blockchain, has joined forces with ZORO Protocol, a rapidly developing AI-on-Chain ecosystem. The partnership aims to drive AI-on-Chain sector to redefine the decentralized ecosystem. In line with the platform’s announcement, both the companies are integrating their strengths to provide efficient dApps. Hence, the development is a major step in bringing a shift into the development, training, and deployment of AI agents in the Web3 sector. Meet ZORO Protocol — our newest AI-on-Chain partner powering the future of decentralized intelligence! 🩻@zorotechnology enables builders to create, train, and monetize AI agents with Web3-native tools like verifiable…

BlockchainJul 31

Bitcoin's ‘High-Beta Safe Haven’ Status Validated in Macro Uncertainty: Bitfinex

Bitcoin shattered records this week, surging to an all-time high of over $123,000 and cementing its position as the world’s fifth-largest asset by market capitalization. Report Says Structural Demand Outpaces Issuance as Bitcoin Scales New Highs Bitfinex analysts report bitcoin’s explosive 12.3% breakout from its January peak was fueled by aggressive bidding from short-term holders and massive institutional inflows. The rally marks a 65% rebound from April’s tariff-driven lows, reinforcing bitcoin’s role as a “macro-resilient, high-beta safe haven” that outperformed traditional assets like gold and equities amid global uncertainty. With a $2.43 trillion market cap, bitcoin now ranks above silver…

BitcoinJul 31

Roman Storm asks for $1.5M lifeline as Tornado Cash trial drags on

Roman Storm, one of the creators behind the Tornado Cash protocol, is seeking another $1.5 million to cover mounting legal costs as his landmark crypto trial enters its third week. In an “urgent call for support,” Storm asked for another $1.5 million in a July 26 X post, explaining that legal costs have been “piling up fast.” “It sounds crazy, but I need again ~$1.5mm,” Storm wrote, while noting in a separate X post that his legal team has been “working around the clock.” “We’ve forgotten what normal sleep feels like. Every hour counts, and so do the costs,” he…

RegulationJul 31

Binance introduces 'Discount Buy' for below-market crypto purchases or earn rewards

Binance has launched Discount Buy, a structured product that allows users to set target prices below current market rates for future crypto purchases or earn fixed APR rewards if the purchase isn’t executed, according to the information shared with Finbold on July 29. The product provides users with a way to accumulate crypto assets, such as BTC, ETH, BNB, or SOL, in low-volatility markets without the need for constant price monitoring. “Discount Buy is well-suited for users who anticipate limited price fluctuations and want to accumulate crypto at a discount without needing to time the market or monitor prices closely,”…

ExchangesJul 31

Aylab.io Teams Up With ChainAware.ai to Optimize AI-Driven Web3 Advertising

ChainAware.ai, an AI-powered platform, has announced a strategic alliance with Aylab.io, a Web3 advertising platform. ChainAware.ai is an AI-driven network designed to provide predictive analytics in the blockchain industry. On the other hand, Aylab.io is a decentralized marketing platform that offers AI-powered user acquisition for Web3 firms and projects. https://t.co/tODxqMTUfI x Aylab 🤝@Aylab_io is one of Web3’s top growth partners, powering user acquisition at scale for giants like Bybit, Lamina1, and Sui. Their platform, Aylab Ads brings a Google Ads-style engine to Web3, with over 500+ dApps in their ad network and… pic.twitter.com/vEsbV8fpOG — ChainAware.ai (@ChainAware) July 30, 2025 Aylab…

BlockchainJul 31

Bitcoin Holdings Soar to 121 BTC

In a significant move that underscores the growing confidence in digital assets, Norwegian crypto brokerage and research firm K33 has substantially increased its Bitcoin holdings, cementing its position as a key institutional player in the cryptocurrency space. This latest accumulation highlights a powerful trend: the increasing institutional embrace of Bitcoin as a legitimate and valuable asset class. What’s Driving K33’s Bold Bitcoin Holdings Growth? K33, a well-regarded entity in the Nordic crypto landscape, recently announced a significant addition to its digital asset portfolio. The firm added a substantial 36 BTC to its existing stash, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to…

BitcoinJul 31