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Cheaper NFTs Mean Sales Are Surging, But Trading Volume is Plummeting: DappRadar

NFT trading volumes saw a quarter-on-quarter plunge of 45%, according to a new report—despite sales surging by 78%. DappRadar says there's still a healthy interest in digital collectibles, but there's been a "sharp drop" in the average prices paid. In a sign that multimillion-dollar Bored Ape Yacht Club and CryptoPunks sales are a distant memory, trading volume stood at $823 million in Q2—down from $4 billion a year ago. A total of 12.5 million sales took place over this three-month period. That compares with 15 million in Q2 2024, but it's a huge jump from the 7 million seen in…

NFTJul 4

Ethereum Dropped -2.84% in Last Month and is Predicted to Reach $ 2,843.99 By Jul 07, 2025

Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information provided is for general purposes only. No information, materials, services and other content provided on this page constitute a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or any financial, investment, or other advice. Seek independent professional consultation in the form of legal, financial, and fiscal advice before making any investment decision. Ethereum is up 5.43% today against the US Dollar ETH/BTC increased by 3.10% today Ethereum is currently trading 10.00% below our prediction on Jul 07, 2025 Ethereum dropped -2.84% in the last month and is down -24.76% since 1 year ago ETH price is expected…

EthereumJul 4

MicroStrategy’s Short Interest Reaches All-Time High—What It Means for MSTR’s Price

Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), the business intelligence firm and the largest public holder of Bitcoin (BTC), has recorded a new all-time high (ATH) in quarterly short interest. Analysts remain split on what this means for the price of MSTR. Some believe the ATH in short interest could be a precursor to a short squeeze. Meanwhile, others argue that it may reflect market makers hedging their positions in derivatives. MSTR Stock Short Interest Hits Record High For context, short interest refers to the total number of shares of a stock that investors have borrowed and sold in anticipation that the stock price…

MarketsJul 4

XRP ETPs and Crypto ETFs to See Delays This Summer: Bloomberg Analyst

According to Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to delay its decisions on approving spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds (ETFs). In a recent post on X, Seyffart wrote that even though many XRP exchange-traded products (ETPs) have deadlines within the next few days, approvals for these and other crypto ETFs aren't likely to happen until late June or early July. Delays on spot crypto ETFs are expected. A bunch of XRP ETPs have dates in next few days. If we're gonna see early approvals from the SEC on any of these assets --…

AltcoinsJul 4

Bo Hines predicts U.S crypto industry will skyrocket to $20t in value after stablecoin bill passes

Executive Director of the President’s Council of Advisers on Digital Assets, Bo Hines, predicts the digital asset industry will see a $15 to $20t surge in value following the GENIUS Act’s legalization. In a recent interview, the Executive Director of President Trump’s Advisor Council on Digital Assets emphasized the importance of the White House’s stablecoin bill and its impact on the crypto market. He believes once the stablecoin bill passes, the U.S. crypto industry will benefit from the aftermath. “The capital injection that goes into digital assets ecosystems or stables is enormous. I think that you’re looking into an industry…

RegulationJul 4

CZ Shuts Down Binance Proof of Reserves FUD: Details

Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, founder and former CEO of Binance, has addressed concerns about the proof-of-reserves of the trading platform. In a post on X, CZ responded to claims that Binance was deliberately delaying the publication of its proof-of-reserve report four days into the new month. Zhao Say ‘No Cause for Alarm on Proof-of-Reserve’ Zhao dismissed the claims as an attempt to spread fear, uncertainty, and doubt (FUD) in the ecosystem. He clarified that ‘Binance usually takes a few days to publish. Usually on the 5th or 6th.’ The former Binance CEO is effectively stating that the concerns raised were merely…

ExchangesJul 4

Two New Bitcoin Wallets Withdraw $84.2M in BTC From Binance, What’s Happening

Two new Bitcoin wallets recently withdrew large amounts from Binance’s hot wallet. This news comes as Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade below its all-time high of approximately $111,800, currently priced around $105,503 amid a modest decline of 1.57% in 24 hours and 3.56% over the past week. Meanwhile, significant on-chain movements point to an ongoing trend of Bitcoin moving away from exchanges. Specifically, recent data from Lookonchain highlights two newly created wallets receiving major withdrawals from Binance’s hot wallet, signaling a potential change in holder behavior. Significant Binance Withdrawals to New Wallets Lookonchain reported that around 09:21:13 UTC, two newly…

BitcoinJul 4

Chimpers Expands Into NFT-Linked Blind Box Collectibles

Long-running Ethereum NFT collection Chimpers is expanding its footprint, teaming with IP incubator 223 to produce physical collectibles, starting with a plush keychain blind box collection featuring the cartoonish Chimpers characters. The brand, which has amassed millions of followers across social media platforms, will sell its Series 1 collectible exclusively through 223’s online marketplace, with plans to expand into retail in the future. “We’ve built a following of over 1.8 million, but the real goal is turning fans into believers. That shift happens when people can hold a piece of the Chimpverse in their hands,” Chimpers co-founder Jacob Timperley told…

NFTJul 4

“If Ethereum Surpasses This Price Level, the Bull Run Will Begin”

Jack Yi, the founder of LD Capital, stated on social media that the volatility in the crypto market is nearing an end. Yi argued that when the market starts to rise, sudden drops can sometimes disrupt the process, but these fluctuations will not change the general trend. JackYi, who claimed that the expected interest rate cuts and developments in the Ethereum ecosystem in the near future will surprise patient investors, said that especially if the Ethereum (ETH) price exceeds the $ 3,000 level, this will be a harbinger of a real bull market not only for investors but for the…

EthereumJul 4

Ripple Launches $700M Share Buyback at $175 Per Share

Ripple has announced a $700 million tender offer to repurchase shares from shareholders at $175 per share. Investor Jeremy Raper highlighted this development in a post on X, sharing the email he received from Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse regarding the offer. According to the disclosure, the move reflects Ripple’s financial strength and growth ambitions. The email stated that the offer opened on Tuesday, June 10, and will close on Wednesday, July 9. It extends it to holders of eligible vested stock options or shares and will be facilitated via the Nasdaq Private Market. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse’s email to investors…

MarketsJul 4