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Bitcoin FOMO sparks fresh inflows, is retail interest coming back?

Much of Bitcoin’s recent rally has been fueled by institutional demand, but new data shows retail investors are finally stepping back in after a long lull. According to a July 17 Glassnode report, the supply held by first-time Bitcoin (BTC) buyers has jumped by 2.86% over the past two weeks, going from 4.77 million BTC to 4.91 million. This marks about 140,000 BTC added by new holders, a strong sign that fresh capital is flowing into the market. Over the past two weeks, the supply held by first-time $BTC buyers rose by +2.86%, climbing from 4.77M to 4.91M #BTC. Fresh…

BitcoinJul 26

Uniswap’s Angstrom DEX Unveils a Revolutionary Shield for Traders

Are you tired of invisible forces silently siphoning profits from your decentralized trades? In the fast-paced world of DeFi, a hidden phenomenon known as Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) has long led to less favorable execution prices and unexpected losses for traders. But what if there was a solution, a new frontier where fairness takes precedence? The Uniswap Foundation, a leading force in decentralized finance, has just unveiled Angstrom, a groundbreaking decentralized exchange (DEX) designed with robust MEV protection features. This isn’t just another DEX; it’s a significant stride towards creating a more equitable and transparent trading environment for everyone. Understanding…

DeFiJul 26

XRP Price Likely To Benefit From the GENIUS Act – Here’s How

XRP surged over 6% today after the US House of Representatives voted to advance the GENIUS Act stablecoin bill and CLARITY Act. The rally pushed XRP within 9% of its all-time high, as the altcoin continues its strongest moves in months. Ripple’s ecosystem stands to benefit directly from the bill’s passage. The company has positioned its RLUSD stablecoin to comply with the GENIUS Act’s proposed rules. GENIUS Act Aligns With Ripple’s RLUSD Roadmap The GENIUS Act creates a federal framework for stablecoins. It requires full reserve backing, regular audits, and issuer licensing through US regulators. Ripple has already taken steps…

AltcoinsJul 26

Bitcoin eyes $150K even as traders cash out for 100 straight days

Bitcoin hit a new all-time high at $123,218, on Monday, July 14. The largest cryptocurrency wiped out its gains and hovers above the $118,000 level at the time of writing. Bitcoin’s recent activity has motivated BTC holders from the Satoshi era to move their BTC to OTC desks and likely take profits. Bitcoin (BTC) could rally towards its target above $150K if BTC continues to extend its gains and upward momentum is sustained. Table of Contents Bitcoin hits new all-time high BTC eyes rally to $150K Trump’s crypto week On-chain analysis Expert commentary Bitcoin hits new all-time high Bitcoin hit…

BitcoinJul 26

Hemi Network Partners With SQD AI to Advance Bitcoin DeFi Capability

Hemi Network, a Layer-2 scaling solution for Bitcoin, announced a strategic partnership with SQD AI, an AI agent, to enhance the capability of Bitcoin applications in the DeFi landscape. SQD AI is an open data network of AI agents, providing Web3 applications with efficient access to secure, reliable, and streamlined data. This collaboration involves Hemi integrating SQD AI capabilities into its innovative Layer-2 protocol. The alliance marks a substantial milestone in Hemi’s commitment to enhancing Bitcoin’s trading applications in the DeFi landscape. Hemi is integrating with @helloSQD to bring decentralized, high-speed data access to Bitcoin-enabled DeFi. With support for 200+…

DeFiJul 26

Korean Crypto Surge, Talos M&A, and More

Welcome to the Asia Pacific Morning Brief—your essential digest of overnight crypto developments shaping regional markets and global sentiment. Grab a green tea and watch this space. Today’s highlights: Korean crypto volumes surge 264% as Bitcoin hits $120K; Talos acquires Coin Metrics for $100M+ amid industry consolidation; Trump’s World Liberty tokens open to public trading after governance vote. South Korean cryptocurrency exchanges recorded daily trading volumes exceeding $8 billion, representing a 264% year-over-year increase. This surge aligns with Bitcoin’s historic breakthrough above $120,000, revitalizing investor interest across the region. Market optimism has been bolstered by expectations of “Crypto Week” events…

AltcoinsJul 26

70% of Bitcoin Users Don’t Understand How It Works, GoMining Survey Finds

A new survey conducted by Bitcoin (BTC) mining platform GoMining reveals a surprising education gap among crypto enthusiasts, one that may be slowing broader adoption. Nearly 17 years after Satoshi Nakamoto mined the first Bitcoin, most users still don’t feel confident about its fundamentals despite its trillion-dollar market cap. Users Know Bitcoin Is Important, But Don’t Know How It Works The survey, shared exclusively with BeInCrypto, identifies a direct link between crypto education and market participation. For starters, only 34% of respondents feel “very confident” about the Bitcoin ecosystem, with the majority expressing confusion about how Bitcoin works. Some respondents…

BitcoinJul 26

PENGU among Top OFTs’ Performers, Token Transfers Surge +30% on Stargate Cross-Chain Protocol

Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) is currently experiencing massive trading volumes on the Stargate Finance, a cross-chain bridge protocol. The move has sparked attention within the crypto community, especially among those invested in or following the PENGU token. Stargate is how $PENGU moves. A record-breaking week: $PENGU transfers surged +30%, making it one of the most active OFTs on Stargate. Moveable between @Abstract and five more chains. Billions will huddle. pic.twitter.com/OJyiaPrqKn — Stargate (@StargateFinance) July 16, 2025 What is Behind PENGU’s Transfer Increase? According to data reported today by Stargate, PENGU has experienced a significant token transfer activity, surging by over 30%…

AltcoinsJul 26

Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto Is Now Richer Than Bill Gates—And Closing In on Buffett

Pseudonymous Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto is now the 11th richest person in the world, as the inventor's BTC portfolio—based on wallets tied to the long-silent crypto icon—has risen above $130 billion, according to Arkham Intelligence. It comes as the leading cryptocurrency has hit a spree of new all-time highs, rising by 14% over the past month. That puts the elusive figure’s net worth above that of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, who is worth $117 billion, and Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell, whose net worth is $126.5 billion, according to Forbes. Bitcoin’s monthly move saw Satoshi surpass the two tech founders.…

BitcoinJul 26

LasMeta and Pyth Network Partner to Unveil NovaDrop NFTs

LasMeta, a popular decentralized gaming and non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace, has partnered with Pyth Network, a decentralized oracle forum. The collaboration brings forth the NovaDrop NFTs, parallel to a substantial prize pool. According to LasMeta’s social media announcement, the joint endeavor offers unique collectibles and exclusive rewards for the consumers. Thus, with this development, the platform intends to grow community engagement with massive benefits. 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with @PythNetwork! Explore the NovaDrop NFTs and a massive prize pool worth thousands of dollars, now live on LasMeta! 💥 Powered by Pyth’s Entropy, this drop is not to…

NFTJul 26