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Tether has announced USDT is set to see a launch on Bitcoin’s RGB protocol, allowing users to hold BTC and the stablecoin in the same wallet.

Bitcoin Users Will Have Native Access To USDT Via RGB Protocol

As revealed by Tether in a website announcement, its stablecoin USDT will be coming to the RGB protocol. RGB allows users to create, send, and manage smart contracts directly on the BTC blockchain.

The protocol launched on the BTC mainnet in July with its 0.11.1 release. Thanks to this release, stablecoins, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and community tokens are all now possible natively on the BTC network, just like on Ethereum and other newer blockchains.

Something to note is that RGB isn’t a network layer on top of Bitcoin. Rather, it makes use of only client-side validation to confirm transactions. “RGB operates with no trusted third parties, no federations, no validators, and no coordinators,” said RGB Hub in the 0.11.1 launch announcement.

USDT is the largest stablecoin in the cryptocurrency sector, circulating on a slew of networks, and with Tether’s latest move, the token would finally become accessible to users of the original digital asset, Bitcoin.

Tether noted in the press release:

This announcement underscores Tether’s leadership in expanding the reach of stablecoins and its commitment to ensuring Bitcoin remains not only the original cryptocurrency but also the bedrock for global, everyday money.

So far, the stablecoin issuer hasn’t confirmed any date, but once launched, users will be able to hold and transfer both BTC and USDT directly from the same wallet. Paolo Ardoino, Tether CEO, said:

Bitcoin deserves a stablecoin that feels truly native, lightweight, private, and scalable. With RGB, USD₮ gains a powerful new pathway on Bitcoin, reinforcing our belief in Bitcoin as the foundation of a freer financial future.

In some other news, the Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have seen their largest drawdown from the all-time high (ATH) since April, as CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn has pointed out in an X post.

As displayed in the above chart, the spot ETFs currently have their holdings around $813.9 million down since the peak. These latest outflows have occurred alongside BTC’s price decline.

Another thing that has come with the drawdown in the cryptocurrency is a surge in long liquidations. As quant Frank has noted in an X post, long liquidations recently hit their highest level of dominance in four years.

The last time that long liquidations were this dominant was in May 2021. Back then, bulls were flushed by a massive crash in the Bitcoin price that put the bull run on pause for a few months.

BTC Price

Bitcoin has slowly been climbing up since its low earlier in the week as its price has now reached the $112,400 mark.

An increasing number of asset managers are adopting cryptocurrencies as treasury reserves. Nasdaq-listed Caliber is the latest to join this trend, having recently announced the formal approval of its new Digital Asset Treasury (DAT) Strategy, which features decentralized oracle provider Chainlink (LINK) at its core.

LINK Tokens As Reserve Assets

The announcement came from Caliber’s Board of Directors, which outlined its intention to not only purchase LINK tokens but also engage in activities aimed at maximizing returns from these digital assets. 

With a focus on the token’s long-term appreciation potential, the real state-focused asset manager plans to hold the cryptocurrency as part of its equity portfolio and generate yield through staking, further diversifying its investment strategy.

To support the implementation of this digital asset approach, Caliber has established the Caliber Crypto Advisory Board (CCAB). This dedicated advisory group, composed of experts in digital assets and blockchain technology, will provide guidance on the DAT Strategy and Policy.. 

The DAT Policy itself outlines a framework for the acquisition, custody, and management of digital assets, including specific protocols for security and internal controls. 

The Board believes that adopting this strategy will not only enhance shareholder value but also strengthen the company’s balance sheet and improve liquidity. By holding LINK as a reserve asset.

Additionally, the integration of Chainlink’s technology is expected to streamline key business processes, such as asset valuation and fund administration, further benefiting the company.

Chainlink’s Partnership With US Commerce Department

Chris Loeffler, Chief Executive Officer of Caliber, emphasized the importance of this strategic move, stating, “We believe that implementing a digital asset treasury strategy strengthens our balance sheet and aligns Caliber with the future of digital finance.” 

He noted that this initiative positions Caliber at the forefront of innovation in the real estate and investment management sectors, reinforcing its commitment to becoming a “diversified alternative asset manager.”

To ensure the responsible execution of this strategy, the asset manager said it has collaborated with a team of experts, including legal advisors from Perkins Coie and Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, as well as its existing audit firm, Deloitte.

Caliber’s announcement precedes a significant breakthrough for the Chainlink network, which recently partnered with the US Commerce Department to bring critical macroeconomic data on-chain. 

NewsBTC reported earlier today that following the disclosure of the partnership, LINK’s price experienced a notable surge, reaching approximately $25, reflecting a 6% increase. As of this writing, the Chainlink’s price has dropped toward $24.86, losing earlier gains to a 1.8% increase now recorded in the 24-hour time frame. 

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Investment management firm VanEck’s CEO, Jan van Eck, said on Fox Business yesterday that Ethereum (ETH) is very much “the Wall Street token.” His comments come as ETH hovers near a potential new all-time high (ATH), drawing renewed attention from both retail and institutional investors.

Ethereum Essential For Stablecoin Transfers

In a recent interview with Fox Business, VanEck CEO shared thoughts on ETH’s current momentum – both in terms of price and adoption. The executive said that banks must adopt the smart contract network to facilitate stablecoin transactions.

For the uninitiated, stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to maintain a stable value by being pegged to a reserve asset like the US dollar. They combine the speed of crypto with the stability of traditional currencies, making them widely used for payments, trading, and remittances.

Until recently, banks were cautious about stablecoins due to regulatory uncertainty and their association with the broader, volatile crypto market. However, following the passage of the GENIUS Act, attitudes have begun to shift. 

Regulators are now offering a clearer framework for digital asset operations, and commercial institutions are increasingly open to adopting stablecoins as part of their financial infrastructure.

Speaking on Fox Business, Jan van Eck said it is essential for banks and commercial institutions to adopt a blockchain to enable stablecoin movements. Among the several potential candidates, the VanEck CEO thinks Ethereum holds a competitive advantage. He added:

So the winner is, who’s going to be building on these blockchains? It’s going to be Ethereum or something that uses Ethereum kind of methodology, which is called EVM.

This is not the first time VanEck has highlighted Ethereum’s role in the evolving digital economy. In a recent report, the firm suggested that Ethereum could one day surpass Bitcoin (BTC) as the preferred store of value, citing ETH’s declining issuance rate and expanding network utility as key drivers.

Stablecoin adoption has accelerated since Donald Trump’s victory in the November 2024 US presidential election. The state of Wyoming recently launched its own stablecoin, FRNT, marking the first such initiative by a US state government.

Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent projected that the stablecoin market could grow to as much as $3.7 trillion by 2030. Investment banks are also weighing in as Citigroup recently estimated the market could expand sevenfold within five years.

ETH Adoption Outshines Bitcoin

Ethereum’s broad utility continues to give it an edge over Bitcoin. While BTC remains primarily a store of value and an inflation hedge, ETH powers decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and functions as a global settlement layer for digital payments.

Against that backdrop, an increasing number of firms are actively adding ETH to their balance sheets. For example, SharpLink Gaming recently purchased another 56,533 ETH, increasing its total holdings close to 800,000 tokens.

Recent exchange-traded funds (ETF) data also shows ETH ETFs outperforming their Bitcoin counterparts for seven consecutive days. At press time, ETH trades at $4,473, down 3.2% in the past 24 hours.

Chainlink and the US Department of Commerce (DOC) announced their collaboration to deliver key government macroeconomic data on-chain, aiming to improve transparency and unlock new use cases for blockchain markets.

Chainlink Brings Economic Data On-Chain

On Thursday, the US Department of Commerce and decentralized oracle provider Chainlink unveiled that they had partnered to bring crucial macroeconomic data on-chain from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).

The new Chainlink Data Feeds aim to deliver critical information around key US economic data points, including Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, and Real Final Sales to Private Domestic Purchasers.

Data on the level and percentage change of Real GDP, PCE Price Index, and Real Final Sales to Private Domestic Purchasers are now available on-chain for consumption. This data will be updated monthly or quarterly as applicable.

Additionally, the data will be available across ten blockchain ecosystems initially, including Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base, Botanix, Ethereum, Linea, Mantle, Optimism, Sonic, and ZKsync.

The announcement highlighted that bringing the US government data on-chain “unlocks innovative use cases for blockchain markets,” like automated trading strategies, increased composability of tokenized assets, the issuance of new types of digital assets, real-time prediction markets for crowdsourced intelligence, transparent dashboards powered by immutable data, and DeFi protocol risk management based on macroeconomic factors.

“As the industry-standard oracle platform, Chainlink supports one of the largest ecosystems in Web3, leveraging secure data oracles to build advanced onchain applications—making this work a natural step forward in expanding the scope of trusted data available onchain,” Chainlink wrote.

Earlier this week, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick revealed that the DOC “is going to start issuing its statistics on the blockchain,” adding that the goal is to create a more open and accessible framework for global markets.

Lutnick shared his plan to bring Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on-chain for enhanced transparency and data distribution across US government departments.  He also highlighted that the initiative aligned with President Trump’s vision to make America the “crypto capital of the world.”

Institutional Adoption Of Blockchain Technology

This development follows the recent push to integrate blockchain technology into federal institutions. As reported by Bitcoinist, the US House of Representatives passed a bill in June to establish a Blockchain Deployment Program, aiming to develop best practices and explore the adoption of blockchain in multiple areas.

Introduced in February by Republican Representative Kat Cammack, HR 1664, also known as the Deploying American Blockchains Act of 2025, directs the US Secretary of Commerce to lead the national efforts, requiring him to serve as the President’s principal advisor for the deployment, use, application, and competitiveness of blockchain and other DLT, and take the actions necessary to support the US leadership in this sector.

The bill, co-sponsored by Democratic Representative Darren Soto, establishes that the Secretary of Commerce must encourage and improve coordination among Federal agencies for the deployment of these technologies to offer federal support.

It’s worth noting that Chainlink Labs has also met with several key US government officials and regulators to provide policy recommendations aimed at accelerating the growth of the blockchain industry.

Notably, their team had several meetings with the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) staff to address core issues on broker-dealer and transfer agency compliance using public blockchain infrastructure.

Moreover, Chainlink’s founder, Sergey Nazarov, recently met with Tim Scott, the chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, to discuss the highly anticipated market structure bill and how it could enable the rapid growth of the blockchain industry in the US.

South Korea has officially entered the institutional Bitcoin race with Bitplanet, a rebranded firm formerly known as SGA, unveiling a $40 million BTC treasury.

This historic move aligns Bitplanet as the first company in the country to integrate Bitcoin into its corporate reserves, marking a major shift in financial strategy and signaling growing institutional adoption of digital assets.

The transition to Bitplanet followed a corporate restructuring led by Asia Strategy Partners, now the firm’s largest shareholder. The rebranding reflects a bold pivot toward blockchain-driven financial planning, aligning with global trends where corporations increasingly treat Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset.

South Korea’s First $40M Bitcoin Treasury

By committing $40 million to Bitcoin, Bitplanet has become the first institutional-grade treasury in South Korea to embrace digital assets at scale. The move goes beyond simple diversification; it represents confidence in Bitcoin as a hedge against traditional market risks.

Backed by Asia Strategy Partners, the initiative bridges conventional finance with the digital economy. Analysts suggest this could inspire other South Korean corporations to follow suit, reshaping treasury management practices in the region.

If successful, Bitplanet’s model may serve as a blueprint for future institutional crypto adoption across Asia.

Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

Despite its unique move, Bitplanet faces hurdles. South Korea’s regulatory stance on cryptos remains cautious, requiring firms to deal with evolving compliance rules.

Added to this are Bitcoin’s price volatility and heightened investor scrutiny, which could test Bitplanet’s long-term strategy.

Still, the significance of this launch cannot be overstated. As Asian firms like Japan’s Metaplanet and Korea’s own K Wave Media increase Bitcoin holdings, Bitplanet’s entry solidifies South Korea’s place in the global race toward institutional Bitcoin adoption.

The outcome of its $40 million bet will be closely monitored by investors, regulators, and competitors alike.

Bitplanet’s $40 million Bitcoin treasury marks a turning point in South Korea’s financial history. With strong backing and a bold strategy, the firm positions Bitcoin as more than speculation, emerging as a preferred digital asset in Asia.

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Efforts to integrate blockchain technology into government operations may soon advance in the Philippines. Senator Bam Aquino announced plans to introduce a bill that would place the country’s national budget on a blockchain platform, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability in public spending.

Speaking at the Manila Tech Summit on Wednesday, Aquino explained that the proposed measure seeks to log all government budget transactions on-chain, where they would be viewable by citizens.

“No one is crazy enough to put their transactions on blockchain, where every single step of the way will be logged and transparent to every single citizen. But we want to start,” Aquino said at the event, according to local media.

In a separate Facebook post, the senator highlighted his interest in using blockchain-based budgeting to ensure that “every peso” in government spending is accounted for.

Aquino noted that if successful, the Philippines could become the first country to implement such a system at a national scale, though he acknowledged uncertainty about the level of support the proposal will receive.

Blockchain in Philippine Public Sector Initiatives

The senator’s remarks follow a recent blockchain-related rollout by the Department of Budget and Management (DBM). Last month, the DBM launched a document validation system on Polygon, which Undersecretary Maria Francesca Del Rosario said was designed to help counter the rise of AI deepfakes and prevent the falsification of official documents.

While it remains unclear whether Aquino’s proposed budget system would be tied directly to this initiative, both efforts suggest a growing interest in applying distributed ledger technology to strengthen public governance.

Globally, governments are experimenting with blockchain to improve transparency, reduce fraud, and streamline processes. For example, US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick recently announced plans to begin publishing official economic statistics, including gross domestic product (GDP) figures, on a blockchain.

Similar initiatives are being tested in countries such as Estonia and South Korea, where blockchain has been used for digital identity systems and voting trials.

If implemented in the Philippines, a blockchain-based budget system could introduce new standards of traceability in fiscal management. Each allocation and expenditure could be immutably recorded, enabling oversight bodies, auditors, and the general public to verify the flow of government funds in near real time.

Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

While the potential benefits of blockchain integration in government budgeting are evident, significant challenges remain. Implementing such a system would require strong technical infrastructure, comprehensive legal frameworks, and widespread political backing.

Questions also remain about how sensitive budgetary data would be managed, and whether a fully public ledger or a permissioned blockchain would be more suitable.

Senator Aquino emphasized that the ultimate goal is to build a more accountable public finance system through technological innovation. However, he admitted uncertainty about whether Congress and other stakeholders would support the initiative. “If we’re able to do this, I think we’ll be the first country to have our budget on the blockchain. Of course, I don’t know what kind of support I will get,” he said.

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A broad coalition of crypto builders, investors and advocates has asked two Senate committees for clear federal rules to protect software creators and non-custodial service providers working on blockchain networks.

According to the letter, 115 groups signed the appeal to the Senate Committee on Banking and the Committee on Agriculture, and they made one demand plain: without explicit protections, they will not back market structure legislation.

Call For Federal Protections

The signers want lawmakers to make it clear that writing, publishing, or maintaining open-source blockchain software is not the same as running a bank or exchange.

Reports have disclosed concerns that developers could be treated as financial intermediaries even when they never hold user funds.

The letter asks Congress to shield developers from being prosecuted or misclassified under laws such as 18 U.S.C. § 1960.

It also asks that any federal law preempt conflicting state rules so companies and contributors are not left juggling 50 different legal standards.

Bills Praised But Not Enough

According to the coalition, drafts in both chambers already include two measures that move in the right direction: the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act and the Keep Your Coins Act.

But the groups argue those drafts fall short on some points and need clearer, stronger language. Based on reports from the signers, the protections must be explicit and nationwide, not partial or open to varying state interpretations. Without that clarity, the letter warns, developers may choose to work elsewhere.

Developer Loss And Talent Flight

The group cited data showing a slide in the share of open-source developers based in the US, from 25% in 2021 to 18% in 2025.

According to a recent report by the President’s Working Group on Digital Assets, reversing that decline is central to making America a leading hub for blockchain work.

The signers say those numbers show how regulatory uncertainty can change where people live and where code is built.

Legal Clarity As A Business Need

The coalition argues that clear rules are also a practical business need. When the legal line between building software and operating financial services blurs, companies and contributors face possible legal exposure.

That creates a cost for startups and volunteers alike. If developers face the risk of civil or criminal action for routine open-source work, projects can slow or stop.

The letter asks Congress to state plainly that creating interfaces or tools that let people self-custody their funds is not, by itself, an activity that should trigger money-transmitter rules.

Bipartisan Support And Next Steps

Signers pointed to past bipartisan moves to protect developers. They noted that 294 members of Congress supported the CLARITY Act when it passed, signaling broad backing for basic safeguards.

Based on the letter, the groups want the Senate to strengthen those protections now, and to do so in a way that covers all states uniformly.

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Data shows stablecoin market cap expansion has slowed to just $1.1 billion recently, signaling weakening liquidity for Bitcoin and other coins.

Stablecoin Market Cap Growth Is Significantly Down Compared To Earlier Highs

According to data from on-chain analytics firm CryptoQuant, stablecoin growth has been cooling recently. “Stablecoins” refer to cryptocurrencies that have their price tied to a fiat currency, with US Dollars being the most popular option.

Investors generally store their capital in the form of these tokens when they want to avoid the volatility that comes with coins like Bitcoin. Many holders who buy into stables, however, eventually plan to venture back into the volatile side of the market. Since stablecoins can potentially be swapped into BTC and other assets, their supply can be looked at as a sort of available “dry powder” for the cryptocurrency sector. As such, expansions in this supply can prove to be a bullish sign.

Now, here is the chart shared by CryptoQuant that shows the trend in the 7-day change in the market cap of the major USD-based stables over the past year:

As displayed in the above graph, the late 2024 bull run was accompanied by a sharp positive change in the market cap of the stablecoins. At the peak, these assets observed weekly net inflows of around $7.7 billion. Another wave of inflows occurred in January of this year, with the metric peaking at $6.6 billion. Since then, the market has seen a cooldown in interest, with inflows into stables staying far from the earlier highs.

From the chart, it’s visible that the sharp burst in capital flows earlier this month could only manage a top of $4.8 billion. The interest also lasted quite briefly, and inflows disappeared soon after. At present, the metric is sitting at $1.1 billion, implying the market cap of the stablecoins is still growing, but clearly, the rate at which it’s happening isn’t close to the previous bull rally.

“Liquidity tailwinds are weaker, limiting Bitcoin’s upside momentum,” explains the analytics firm. It now remains to be seen how long the muted stablecoin inflows would last and whether a pivot to outflows would follow next.

In some other news, the Relative Unrealized Loss held by Bitcoin investors is still quite low even after the latest price decline, as on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has pointed out in an X post.

The Relative Unrealized Loss is a measure of the total unrealized loss held by the Bitcoin investors represented as a percentage of the market cap. At present, the metric’s value stands at just 0.5%, which is quite low compared to past bear markets.

BTC Price

At the time of writing, Bitcoin is floating around $113,400, up almost 2% over the 24 hours.

The most ambitious consensus overhaul foe Solana to date—SIMD-0326, nicknamed “Alpenglow”—has officially moved into the community voting window, a three-epoch process that began at the start of Epoch 840 and will conclude at the end of Epoch 842.

The proposal rewrites Solana’s core consensus, replacing Proof-of-History plus TowerBFT with a modern architecture centered on a direct-vote finality engine (“Votor”). The authors say Alpenglow significantly reduces latency (from 12.8 seconds under TowerBFT to as low as 100–150 milliseconds) while eliminating heavy vote-gossip traffic through off-chain messaging and signature aggregation.

Solana Validators Begin Deciding Future Of Alpenglow

Governance mechanics for SIMD-0326 are unusually explicit. Vote tokens are claimable by validators according to captured stake weights, using a Merkle distributor tool; tokens may be sent to “Yes,” “No,” or “Abstain” accounts. Passage requires a supermajority: the sum of Yes votes is equal to or greater than 2/3 of the total sum of Yes + No votes,” with a quorum of 33% in which abstentions count toward quorum but not toward the Yes/No denominator.

On day one of the window (Epoch 840), early snapshots show modest—but distinctly positive—participation. Multiple market data posts report turnout near 11.5%, with roughly 11.3% of stake signaling “Yes” and negligible “No.” Because the overwhelming share of stake has not yet cast ballots, this should be treated as an initial reading rather than a trend. A public tally dashboard is being maintained by Staking Facilities.

Alpenglow’s design changes go beyond speed. The protocol introduces certificate-based notarization and finalization, aggregates validator votes off-chain to reduce overhead, and rebalances incentives around voting. Notably, the proposal replaces per-slot on-chain vote fees with a fixed “Validator Admission Ticket” (VAT) currently set at 1.6 SOL per epoch and burned—an economic continuity measure intended to keep cost structures comparable to today’s while votes move off-chain.

“Before each epoch, each validator must pay a fixed fee—initially set to 1.6 SOL per epoch,” the authors write, adding that the figure mirrors roughly 80% of current on-chain voting costs. Forum participants have already begun debating whether a flat VAT raises entry barriers for smaller operators, underscoring that the governance discussion is as much about economics as it is about protocol mechanics.

Timing matters for operators and tokenholders following the vote. Solana epochs are approximately two days in length, so a three-epoch voting window implies about six days from start to finish. The network entered Epoch 840 on August 27, 2025, which places the expected end of the voting window around September 2, 2025, when Epoch 842 concludes.

If the supermajority threshold is reached, Alpenglow would clear governance, with subsequent activation depending on client readiness and the standard Solana release process. For now, the focus is on turnout. With ~90% of stake yet to be tallied in the opening snapshot, every validator ballot over the coming epochs will carry outsized weight in determining whether Solana pursues ~150-millisecond finality as its next consensus horizon.

At press time, SOL traded at $215.

A video clip from a Detroit event has been stirring discussion across social media platforms, showing Grammy-nominated rapper Big Sean urging his audience to take a chance on cryptocurrencies. The moment occurred at the Stand With Crypto event in Michigan for its digital asset community, where Big Sean delivered an energetic show. 

However, a call from Big Sean himself to invest in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Ripple captured even more attention among attendees.

A Clear Message From American Rap Star Big Sean

The video, now making rounds on X, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, shows Big Sean addressing the crowd in direct terms. “It’s not too late. Invest in crypto right now. Tonight, if you can. Do that tonight; you’re going to get a return from it. Bitcoin is a good one, Ethereum, Ripple. Invest in that shit, I’m telling y’all right now. This is a free flip. Do it tonight; it’s about to go up,” he said. 

His words drew loud reactions from the audience, many of whom cheered as he listed the leading cryptocurrencies. The event was mostly filled with crypto investors, and attendees explored an NFT gallery and enjoyed the crypto carnival. 

Ripple’s mention on stage stood out because XRP has long been tied to financial institutions, central banks, and cross-border payment systems rather than hype and music culture. Hearing its name echoed from a Detroit stage by a mainstream artist shows just how much the XRP price has grown in recent months. 

Many XRP proponents can argue that the cryptocurrency now belongs in the same conversation as Bitcoin and Ethereum, particularly after its rise in recent months to secure the position of the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization

What may have started as a normal statement from Big Sean quickly grew into one of the most shared moments from the entire event. This shows the type of influence celebrity endorsements have on crypto adoption.

Trend Of Celebrity Crypto Advocacy

Celebrity entertainers and athletes have steadily ventured into the world of cryptocurrency over the past decade. Notably, the movement reached its peak during the 2021 bull run when countless celebrities aligned themselves with cryptocurrencies and NFTs.

Although the wave of crypto projects endorsed by celebrities has slowed down in the current market cycle, high-profile endorsements are still influential. Particularly, the launch of Donald and Melania Trump meme coins provides the best examples of how far digital assets have reached. 

Another notable example is Elon Musk, who is known for his comments on social media endorsing multiple cryptocurrencies. Adding to this mix is Kanye West, who recently entered the sector by launching his own official meme coin called YZY. This has seen a mix of reactions from crypto investors, with some critics calling it another celebrity-backed gimmick.

At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $3.

Ripple has just scored a significant victory in Asia as one of China’s most prominent financial technology companies makes a big move. The partnership adds to Ripple’s momentum in Asia as Linklogis, a well-known fintech powerhouse, has announced it will move its trillion-dollar supply chain finance platform to the XRP Ledger (XRPL). 

Linklogis Moves Trillion-Dollar Finance Platform To XRPL

WhaleWire, a popular crypto monitoring account, announced on X that Linklogis has selected the XRP Ledger to support its extensive supply chain finance ecosystem. The company operates a trillion-dollar platform and is now moving these operations onto XRPL. WhaleWire states that XRPL powering real-world assets, global payments, and trade finance is a victory for XRP.

The scale of Linklogis’ operations is already massive. In 2024, the platform processed RMB 20.7 billion, equivalent to approximately $2.9 billion, in cross-border assets across 27 countries. Handling flows at this size requires a strong solution, and Linklogis chose XRPL to meet the demand for high throughput and instant settlement.

Through this move, Linklogis will be able to place invoices and receivables directly on the blockchain by turning them into digital tokens. The tokenization process will enable businesses that work with Linklogis to trade and settle these financial documents more quickly and with reduced risk. With each move tracked and protected on the blockchain, the collaboration with XRPL could add reliability to trade assets.

Both Ripple and Linklogis will now work together to roll out the Linklogis global digital supply chain finance application on XRPL’s mainnet. As part of the plan, Linklogis will fully integrate its global platform into XRPL, allowing digital assets tied to real trade flows to be issued and settled on-chain.

After taking this first step, Ripple and Linklogis also plan to explore new ways of collaborating. These new areas could expand XRPL’s technical capabilities in enterprise-grade financial systems, including stablecoins, smart contracts for trading supply chain assets, and the use of artificial intelligence in conjunction with blockchain in trade finance. 

Ripple Expanding Deeper Into Asia’s Financial Infrastructure

This development with Linklogis is part of Ripple’s rapid expansion in Asia. In South Korea, a custody provider called BDACS has launched institutional-grade XRP storage, which supports major cryptocurrency exchanges in compliance with local regulations. In Japan, SBI Holdings is preparing to list Ripple’s XRP stablecoin, while also exploring the launch of yen-backed digital tokens.

 

Ripple is also backing innovation through the Web3 Salon, where it provides grants of up to $200,000 for projects built on the XRP Ledger. With Linklogis now integrating XRPL into one of China’s largest fintech ecosystems, Ripple’s technology could gain a deeper foothold in Asia’s financial landscape. Although China bans domestic cryptocurrency activities, Linklogis can still apply blockchain technology to its global supply chain business, using XRPL for international needs. 

Ethereum has faced heightened volatility after setting new all-time highs, with the price retracing to lower levels in recent sessions. The sharp swings have tested investor sentiment, but beneath the surface, institutional demand and whale accumulation continue to tell a different story. Despite the pullbacks, big players are buying Ethereum aggressively, signaling confidence in its long-term trajectory.

Data from Lookonchain confirms this trend, revealing that whales and institutions have been steadily adding ETH to their holdings at a rapid pace. This wave of accumulation stands in sharp contrast to the short-term price fluctuations, suggesting that well-capitalized investors view the current environment as an opportunity rather than a risk. Their activity provides a strong foundation for market stability and sets the stage for potential upside.

Analysts argue that this institutional participation is only the beginning of a broader trend. With Ethereum cementing its role as the backbone of decentralized finance and institutional-grade infrastructure, many believe its rally is far from over. Some forecasts now point to ETH climbing above $5,000 in the near future, fueled by persistent demand and expanding adoption. For investors, Ethereum’s story is increasingly about accumulation and positioning for what may come next.

Institutions Keep Accumulating Ethereum

According to Lookonchain, fresh onchain data from Arkham Intelligence highlights a major wave of Ethereum accumulation that underscores the confidence of large players. Over the past 30 hours, four newly created wallets — possibly linked to BitMine — received a total of 78,891 ETH, worth approximately $358.16 million, directly from FalconX. These inflows mark yet another sign that whales and institutions are positioning aggressively, even as volatility continues to test short-term sentiment.

This buying trend is not new, but its scale and consistency strengthen Ethereum’s bullish case. Analysts note that persistent institutional demand provides a firm foundation for ETH’s price structure, helping the asset absorb market swings while setting the stage for potential upside. With this type of accumulation underway, many market watchers argue that it is only a matter of time before Ethereum breaks decisively above the $5,000 level.

Such a move could carry broader implications beyond Ethereum itself. For years, traders have speculated that a clear breakout in ETH could act as the catalyst for the long-awaited “altseason,” where capital rotates into the wider altcoin market. With Ethereum already leading the way — surging more than 250% since April — the stage appears set for another cycle-defining moment.

Price Action Details: Bullish Consolidation

Ethereum is trading around $4,600 after bouncing from recent lows near $4,400, showing resilience despite heightened volatility. The 4-hour chart highlights a constructive structure, with ETH now holding above the 50-day ($4,533) and 100-day ($4,493) moving averages. This defense suggests that buyers are maintaining control of key levels, keeping the broader uptrend intact even after sharp retracements.

The price action also shows ETH consolidating just below resistance near $4,800, the level that capped its last rally. A decisive breakout above this zone would be crucial for momentum, potentially opening the door for a retest of the $5,000 psychological barrier. Analysts see this level as the trigger that could spark renewed bullish sentiment and extend Ethereum’s rally into price discovery.

If ETH loses support at $4,500, the market could see another dip toward $4,300, where the last strong demand emerged. Below that, the 200-day moving average at $4,146 serves as the ultimate safeguard for the current trend.

Ethereum’s consolidation reflects balance: bulls are defending higher lows, while resistance at $4,800 remains the key ceiling to break. The next move above or below these levels will likely define ETH’s short-term trajectory.

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A crypto expert has claimed that XRP’s survival over the years was not because of Ripple Labs’ efforts but due to the loyalty of its community. The remarks highlight the role of the XRP army, a group of long-term holders and dedicated supporters who, despite frustrations, have played a decisive part in keeping the token afloat through years of legal disputes and market challenges. 

Why Ripple’s XRP Survived All These Years

XRP has become a topic of discussion within the crypto community due to its connection with Ripple and its dedicated army. A crypto market expert known as ‘Crypto Bitlord,’ took to X social media on Tuesday to highlight why XRP didn’t collapse years ago despite its controversial history. 

According to him, the true reason behind XRP’s survival was the unwavering support of its community rather than Ripple itself. Crypto Bitlord explained that without the XRP army, Ripple would have failed years ago. He pointed out that from 2013 through 2021, the crypto company allegedly sustained itself by consistently selling tokens, a practice that he claimed was absorbed mainly by retail investors. 

In his view, the constant buying from the XRP army kept the cryptocurrency alive and maintained liquidity during turbulent times. The crypto expert further suggested that with the support of retail participants, XRP could have overtaken Ethereum (ETH) in market capitalization, but it failed to do so due to Ripple’s alleged history of token dumpings.

Interestingly, Crypto Bitlord’s statement came in response to a heated remark made by another crypto community member, ‘BuryMeBig.’ The commentator had vehemently argued that Ripple does not care about the XRP army, despite the community’s role in supporting the company during difficult moments, including its recently concluded legal battle with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). 

Many members agreed with BuryMeBig’s statement, recognizing that while Ripple has operated primarily as a business and software company, XRP holders maintained different expectations, viewing the token as a potential for life-changing gains. 

Crypto Bitlord himself expressed frustration with XRP’s performance over the years, revealing that if the cryptocurrency ever drops back to $2, he would liquidate his holdings entirely. After going long on XRP for 12 years, the crypto market expert admitted to being disillusioned by the lack of substantial growth compared to other leading cryptocurrencies. 

XRP Chart Points To Possible Short-Term Gains 

In other news, crypto market analyst Don shared a technical analysis on X, predicting short-term bullish targets for XRP. His chart outlines two potential levels for XRP’s next rally, setting price expectations at $4.45 and then $5.48. 

Don’s chart analysis reveals that XRP has been trading within a long-term ascending channel. After experiencing a strong upward move earlier this year, the altcoin entered a corrective phase marked by a descending wedge pattern. If XRP’s price breaks out from the wedge pattern, it could resume its climb toward the upper resistance of the channel, aligning with Don’s near-term bullish targets. 

TRON (TRX) has experienced heightened volatility over the past two weeks after reaching multi-year highs, but bulls continue to defend key support levels. Despite short-term price swings, the network’s fundamentals remain strong, reinforcing investor confidence in its long-term trajectory. Analysts point out that Tron’s resilience is supported not only by technical structure but also by robust on-chain activity that sets it apart from competitors.

Top analyst Darkfost recently highlighted striking data: TRC-20 USDT flows from centralized exchanges have reached historic highs, signaling unprecedented demand for stablecoin transactions on Tron. This surge underscores the network’s growing role as one of the primary blockchains for USDT usage. Its appeal lies in the ecosystem of services and products built on top of it, coupled with Tron’s ability to deliver consistently low fees and rapid execution.

This combination has attracted both retail investors and institutions, positioning Tron as a critical infrastructure layer in the stablecoin economy. As volatility tests market sentiment, the rising reliance on Tron for USDT transfers highlights a deeper narrative—beyond price action, adoption continues to accelerate. For many, this growing utility signals that Tron’s strength extends well beyond short-term market fluctuations.

Tron Strengthens Its Role As Leading Blockchain For USDT

According to top analyst Darkfost, one of the clearest signs of Tron’s strength is the accelerating adoption of TRC-20 USDT across centralized exchanges. More and more platforms have integrated Tron-based stablecoin transfers, reflecting genuine investor demand. This trend has been especially evident since late 2024, when the density of on-chain volume originating from exchanges began to rise significantly, signaling deeper reliance on Tron’s infrastructure.

The scale of this activity became undeniable on August 22, when over $13 billion worth of USDT flowed on-chain from centralized exchanges in a single day. This marked the third-largest daily USDT volume ever recorded on the blockchain, underlining just how central Tron has become in global stablecoin settlement.

A closer look at the data reveals that Binance dominates this activity, representing more than 65% of TRC-20 USDT transfers among major exchanges. HTX follows with 18%, while Bybit accounts for another 5%. Together, these flows illustrate how major industry players lean heavily on Tron’s network to process massive amounts of stablecoin liquidity.

TRX Holds Key Support As Bulls Defend Uptrend

TRX is trading around $0.348 after a volatile pullback from recent highs near $0.37. The 4-hour chart shows price dipping sharply but finding support at the 200-day moving average around $0.342, where buyers stepped in to defend the trend. This bounce suggests that while momentum has cooled, the broader uptrend remains intact as long as TRX holds above this critical zone.

Currently, TRX is consolidating between the 50-day moving average at $0.354 and the 200-day support, forming a tight range that signals indecision in the market. Bulls must reclaim the 50-day and 100-day averages, clustered around $0.354–$0.356, to shift momentum back in their favor. A breakout above this level could open the door for a retest of $0.36 and eventually $0.37, which remains the key resistance that capped the last rally.

Failing to hold the 200-day average would weaken the structure and expose TRX to further declines, with the next support near $0.335. For now, the chart reflects cautious optimism: buyers continue to defend higher lows, but reclaiming short-term moving averages will be essential for TRX to regain strength and push toward new highs.

Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView

Рынок биткоина оказался под угрозой каскадной ликвидации позиций трейдеров из-за роста числа длинных позиций и ротации капитала из ВТС в эфир, заявили аналитики K33 Research.

As the bull market cycle continues, Bitcoin and Ethereum adoption are sharply heating up among prominent figures and large corporations in the ever-evolving financial landscape. In the last few days, institutions have gone on a significant buying spree, one of which is the asset management firm BlackRock.

A Two-Day Bitcoin And Ethereum Shopping Spree

Bitcoin’s price has steadily faced notable price fluctuations, while Ethereum’s price has experienced a pullback from its recent all-time high. Despite this bearish performance from BTC and ETH, BlackRock is purchasing the two crypto leaders on a massive scale.

According to the reports, the world’s largest asset manager has acquired a staggering $750 million worth of BTC and ETH. It is worth noting that this massive accumulation by the leading firm was made within two days.

The report reveals that BlackRock bought about 413 BTC valued at $46 million, along with 73,864 ETH for a staggering $342 million on August 27. Prior to this huge purchase, the asset manager made another acquisition of 568 BTC for approximately $62.6 million, and 65,901 ETH valued at $292.6 million.

This rapid accumulation underscores the firm’s growing conviction in crypto as an institutional-grade asset class. While signaling rising demand among institutional investors, the huge purchase in such a short span reinforces the idea that traditional finance is sharply intertwining with the crypto sector.

Combining these acquisitions, the asset manager invested close to $750 million in its cryptocurrency Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) products within a two-day window. In 2025, these purchases rank among the biggest single-day purchases made by a conventional financial institution.

Big BTC Investors Are Making Their Presence Known

Large Bitcoin and Ethereum holders, often regarded as whales, have been gradually returning to the market. Santiment, a leading market intelligence and on-chain platform, has reported an uptick in BTC and ETH whales even as bearish pressure intensifies. This growth is observed among wallet addresses holding 1,000 BTC and wallet addresses holding at least 10,000 ETH.

Such a trend from high-net-worth investors signals a possible change in market dynamics for the two assets. Their comeback coincides with a critical juncture for the cryptocurrency industry as investors balance the long-term growth trajectory of the assets against macroeconomic uncertainty.

Data from the leading on-chain platform shows that there are now 13 more wallets holding 1,000 BTC, bringing the total to 2,087 wallets. Meanwhile, for Ethereum, there is now a total of 1,275 wallets holding 10,000 ETH following an additional 48 new wallets.

At the time of writing, BTC and ETH were trading at $113,182 and $4,573, respectively, in the last 24 hours. While ETH’s trading volume has declined by over 13% in the past day, BTC’s trading volume is experiencing a slight upswing of nearly 5%.

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