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The Ripple-affiliated XRP cryptocurrency has just hit new record highs on various spot cryptocurrency exchanges. It took the controversial token seven years to finally surpass the seemingly unbeatable all-time high that was recorded at the height of the crypto frenzy in early 2018. Back then, CNBC infamously aired a live click-by-click tutorial on how to “buy Ripple” on the Poloniex exchange. XRP went on to experience an extremely brutal 91% correction in 2018. It then came close to dropping out of the CoinMarketCap top 10 in late 2020 after Ripple got sued by the SEC. However, XRP ended up emerging…

Jordan has approved an initiative to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets within a year. Jordan Securities Commission to Create Rules for Global Trading Platforms The Jordanian government has approved an initiative to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets within a year. This framework would align Jordan’s regulations with global standards and foster a robust digital economy. Jordanian Prime Minister Jafar Hassan reportedly chaired the meeting that mandated the government to launch the framework. According to a statement, the government directed the Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) to stipulate requirements for entities engaging in virtual assets. The…

Kraken has announced the acquisition of a Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) license in the EU. The license was obtained through the purchase of a Cypriot Investment Firm, recently approved by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). Shannon Kurtas, Kraken Co-GM of Pro & Exchange , Source: LinkedIn “As we continue to expand our services across the globe, our focus on the European market remains a top priority,” said Shannon Kurtas, Kraken Co-GM of Pro & Exchange. This development supports Kraken’s expansion strategy, enabling the company to offer regulated derivatives products to advanced crypto traders in selected EU…

A widely followed crypto analyst says that there’s a high chance that Bitcoin (BTC) reverses course after its latest pullback. In a new strategy session, pseudonymous crypto trader Rekt Capital tells his 529,900 followers on the social media platform X that based on historical precedence, the crypto king should mount a recovery. “Bitcoin started its current -15% pullback in week seven of price discovery. The timing of this retrace is in line with historical tendencies. It is the first price discovery correction of this cycle. As a result, it has a high probability of reversal.” Price discovery is the process…

Agentora has established a pioneering partnership with AIFinflow which produces modular AI agent technology designed to enable decentralized finance operations. The new partnership aims to transform DeFi operations through mechanisms that allow users to develop vertical AI agents and deploy these agents to run Investment Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). Agentora’s official Twitter account announced with excitement about the future goals of this alliance. Through their strategic partnership, the companies bring AI functionality into DeFi operations to deliver automated and intelligent decision-making capabilities for decentralized investments. How AIFinflow Enhances AI-Driven Finance AIFinflow implements expertise in developing automation tools that combine AI…

Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has been trading sideways between $3,000 and $3,500. With little price action in the past day, investors are wondering whether ETH will hold or break down further. Could Ethereum’s next move be a sharp decline? Ethereum Price Stagnates at $3,300 Ethereum’s price is currently hovering around $3,300, showing minimal movement. In the last 24 hours, ETH has dipped slightly by -0.26%, signaling a lack of momentum in either direction. The consolidation phase continues, leaving traders unsure about the next big move. ETH/USDT 4-hours chart – Bitget Ethereum Price Prediction: Will Ethereum Drop Below $3,000? Ethereum’s tight…

Tron (TRX), now the 10th largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced a massive 253% surge in whale activity in the last 24 hours, according to on-chain data. Whales, or large holders of TRX, have been making substantial moves, indicating increased interest in the cryptocurrency. According to IntoTheBlock data, Tron’s large transaction volume was $382.31 million, or 1.67 billion TRX in crypto terms, representing a 253% increase in the last 24 hours. Large transaction volume reflects increased activity from whales, or large holders, either buying or selling. This comes amid a broader market liquidation that saw $359 million wiped out…

In the rapidly evolving world of crypto, the case of Roman Storm has emerged as a defining moment for developers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers alike. Storm, a co-founder of Tornado Cash, faces money laundering and sanctions violation charges in the U.S. government’s latest crackdown on crypto privacy tools. But what does this mean for crypto innovation—especially under a Trump administration that during the Presidential campaign pledged to be pro-crypto? In an exclusive conversation about his ongoing legal battle, Storm described his situation as “a nightmare that no developer should ever have to endure.” “Being indicted has put my life in total…

Crypto market maker DWF Labs has launched DWF Options, a service offering tailored options trading and risk management solutions. The firm announced the initiative on X, highlighting its goal of expanding accessibility to crypto options for both retail and institutional traders. A key feature of the service is the Options Concierge, designed to help users navigate the complexities of options trading. Traders can request custom options, products, or strategies to capitalize on price movements, volatility shifts, or interest rate changes. We are #DWFOptions. We’re a brand new expansion to the ever evolving #DWFLabs providing new, custom and personal services to…

This is a segment from the Forward Guidance newsletter. To read full editions, subscribe. Investors learned one year ago today that US spot bitcoin ETFs finally had the go-ahead to launch, with those products hitting the market the following day. We now have 12 months of data to look back on. It was fun reading my piece published the morning of Jan. 10, 2024, which recapped what led to that milestone. The Winklevoss twins filing for a bitcoin ETF in 2013; BTC futures funds hitting the US market in 2021; the SEC blocking Grayscale’s GBTC conversion the following year —…