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Altcoin Investors Are Switching to Crypto Stocks Amid US-China Deal

In the midst of this altcoin winter, corporate crypto firms like Coinbase, Circle, and Robinhood are outperforming all the leading tokens. Even Bitcoin is performing worse than companies that routinely purchase it. A few factors, like supply and demand, improving macro sentiment after today’s US-China trade deal, and institutional preference for BTC, are powering this trend. Corporate Firms Outpace the Altcoin Market Many crypto investors have been waiting for an altcoin season, but it just isn’t coming. There are currently several competing explanations for this extended doldrum, yet none of them is completely convincing. Meanwhile, corporate crypto firms like Coinbase…

MarketsJul 13

TON Foundation clarifies that there is no official Golden Visa program

The foundation behind The Open Network (TON) has released a statement to clarify its role in a program that could have led to legal residency in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). TON says the move is an independent initiative with no official backing from the UAE government. In a blog, the foundation said, “TON Foundation is aware of the premature announcement that circulated on X regarding a UAE Golden Visa initiative offered by TON. While we understand the community’s interest and enthusiasm, it’s necessary to provide clarity.” According to the TON Foundation, it is still in the early stages of…

AltcoinsJul 13

Ethereum Price Breaks $3,000 as Crypto Market Rallies with Bitcoin

Ethereum Breaks Key $3,000 Level as Crypto Market Rides Bitcoin Wave Ethereum ($ETH) has officially crossed the $3,000 mark, following Bitcoin's explosive breakout to a new all-time high. Although ETH hasn’t yet reached a new ATH itself, this milestone is significant—it marks Ethereum’s strongest move in months, driven by the same institutional fuel that sent Bitcoin flying past $118,000. ETH/USD 1-hour chart - TradingView Much like $BTC, Ethereum has seen major buying pressure from institutional players and corporate treasuries. Several blockchain-focused funds and tech giants have been openly accumulating ETH, betting on the future of decentralised infrastructure, smart contracts, and…

EthereumJul 13

Lawmaker Seeks Crypto ETFs Under Capital Markets Act

A significant development is unfolding in the world of finance and digital assets, especially for those keenly following the evolution of cryptocurrency regulation. South Korea, a nation known for its technological prowess and dynamic financial markets, is on the cusp of a potentially groundbreaking legislative change. This move could redefine how investors interact with digital assets, paving the way for mainstream adoption through regulated financial products. Are you ready for a new era of South Korea crypto investment? Understanding the Proposed Amendment to the Capital Markets Act At the heart of this exciting development is a legislative initiative spearheaded by…

MarketsJul 13

Tether Extends Dominance in $259.17B Stablecoin Market as Turnover Highlights Shifting Utility Trends

Tether leads stablecoin market with 62.38% share and $55.3B in daily trading volume. USDe outpaces DAI in volume despite equal market cap, signaling higher usage in DeFi. USD1 shows highest turnover rate, trading $705.5M on a $2.2B market cap. The total value of all stablecoins reached $259.17 billion as of July 7, 2025, comprising 7.70% of the overall crypto market. Data compiled by Phoenix Group shows that Tether (USDT) remains the largest stablecoin in terms of both market capitalization and trading activity. USDT’s total market cap stood at $158.6 billion, accounting for 62.38% of all stablecoins. The token also led…

AltcoinsJul 13

Gold and Bitcoin Likely Going to the Moon Until This Happens, According to Investor Luke Gromen

Macro investor Luke Gromen says that gold and Bitcoin (BTC) will likely trend upwards until a critical turning point. In a new interview on the Less Noise More Signal YouTube channel, Gromen says if the US brings in capital controls as a way to sustain its trade war, the dollar’s world reserve status could be severely weakened, pushing capital into gold and Bitcoin. Capital controls refer to the measures taken by a government to regulate the flow of money in and out of the country’s financial system to prevent capital flight amid economic uncertainty. Gromen, founder of the investment firm…

BitcoinJul 13

Here Are Analysts’ Top Picks

Bitcoin (BTC) continues to establish new all-time highs (ATH). However, a quiet shift beneath the surface draws investors’ attention as Ethereum (ETH) steadily shows strength. Against this backdrop, crypto analysts are already pivoting to altcoins, with some tokens overlapping among traders’ lists. Analysts Lock in High-Potential Altcoins As Ethereum Breaks $3,000 Bitcoin ascended to a new ATH, and Ethereum reclaimed the $3,000 psychological level as crucial support. As of this writing, ETH has been trading for $3,007, up by over 8% in the last 24 hours. Ethereum (ETH) Price Performance. Source: BeInCrypto The foray above $3,000 marks a pivotal moment…

EthereumJul 13

How tokenization’s ‘superpowers’ could transform US stock access

This is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. A major topic at Permissionless was stablecoins and broader tokenization. It was, in fact, one of the main themes of the “Rebooting the Global Financial System” panel I moderated yesterday. “Rebooting” could have been replaced with “rebuilding,” a couple panelists agreed. But first, from an offstage chat with CoinFund president Christopher Perkins: He told me “stablecoin summer” is going to unlock “DeFi fall.” “Tokenization is the new ETF,” he explained. “It’s a new wrapper with superpowers — of instant settlement…and 24/7 access to capital formation.” Those…

MarketsJul 13

Qitmeer Network Forges Partnership with Onmi to Bolster Web3 GameFi Space

Qitmeer Network, a popular public blockchain to offer Islamic finance, has announced a new partnership with Onmi, a cutting-edge platform for role-playing games (RPGs) using augmented reality (AR). The collaboration focuses on boosting the Web3 GameFi Sphere by improving integration of blockchain technology in gaming and enhancing user immersion. The platform disclosed this endeavor in a recent X post. Qitmeer Network is proud to announce that we have partnered with @onmi_ar🤝 ✔️ Onmi is a treasure map AR RPG with an immersive storyline that will become a new worldwide go-to entertainment app. Together we will pave the way to a…

GameFiJul 13

Bulls Eye $112K as Market Holds $107K Support

Bitcoin traded at $107,259 with a market capitalization of $2.13 trillion on May 25, 2025. Over the past 24 hours, its trading volume reached $24.98 billion, with an intraday price range between $106,954 and $109,225, reflecting short-term volatility and active market engagement. Bitcoin The hourly BTC/USD chart indicates bitcoin is attempting to base after a micro downtrend, stabilizing around $106,765. Recent price action suggests the formation of a potential double bottom or a subtle bullish divergence between price and volume. Volume has been declining on downward moves but has shown a modest uptick accompanying green candles, signaling a potential momentum…

BitcoinJul 13