πΊπΈ Eric Trump: βTrump Owns a Lot of Bitcoinβ
Eric Trump revealed that both he and Donald Trump hold significant amounts of Bitcoin, calling it βdigital goldβ with massive future potential. π
- Eric said, predicting exponential growth for BTC in the coming years.
Looks like Bitcoin just got another campaign donor. π§’π
Eric Trump revealed that both he and Donald Trump hold significant amounts of Bitcoin, calling it βdigital goldβ with massive future potential. π
βI love Bitcoinβ¦ I own a lot of it, and Trump owns a lot of itβ
- Eric said, predicting exponential growth for BTC in the coming years.
Looks like Bitcoin just got another campaign donor. π§’π
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πΊπΈ Arizona & Oregon Push Crypto Forward
Arizona's governor has signed HB 2749, establishing a state crypto reserve β the second in the U.S. after New Hampshire. While the law doesnβt allow investment, it permits holding confiscated assets, airdrops, and staking rewards in reserve. πͺ
Meanwhile, Oregonβs SB 167 updates its Uniform Commercial Code, giving legal clarity to digital assets β including their recognition as collateral.
Two more states laying legal foundations for crypto adoption.πβ
Arizona's governor has signed HB 2749, establishing a state crypto reserve β the second in the U.S. after New Hampshire. While the law doesnβt allow investment, it permits holding confiscated assets, airdrops, and staking rewards in reserve. πͺ
Meanwhile, Oregonβs SB 167 updates its Uniform Commercial Code, giving legal clarity to digital assets β including their recognition as collateral.
Two more states laying legal foundations for crypto adoption.πβ
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π₯ Ethereum just activated the long-awaited Pectra upgrade, which JPMorgan previously highlighted as a bullish catalyst for ETH.
The update brings 11 key improvements, including:
βͺοΈSupport for smart contract wallets (easier use, recovery, and paying fees in multiple tokens)
βͺοΈStaking cap raised to 2048 ETH
βͺοΈSmarter validator operations
βͺοΈWithdrawals now managed via smart contracts
Pectra is set to make Ethereum more scalable, user-friendly, and efficient β all signs point to stronger fundamentals ahead.π
The update brings 11 key improvements, including:
βͺοΈSupport for smart contract wallets (easier use, recovery, and paying fees in multiple tokens)
βͺοΈStaking cap raised to 2048 ETH
βͺοΈSmarter validator operations
βͺοΈWithdrawals now managed via smart contracts
Pectra is set to make Ethereum more scalable, user-friendly, and efficient β all signs point to stronger fundamentals ahead.π
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π½ Netflix is diving into crypto drama with a series based on the 2022 FTX collapse.
Julia Garner (known for Ozark and Inventing Anna) is reportedly close to playing Caroline Ellison, while Evan Peters (DAHMER) is in talks to play Sam Bankman-Fried. π
π The script may be penned by Oscar-winner Graham Moore, with rumors of a love story as the narrative frame.
π One of cryptoβs biggest scandals could soon hit your screen β if it escapes βdevelopment hell.β
Julia Garner (known for Ozark and Inventing Anna) is reportedly close to playing Caroline Ellison, while Evan Peters (DAHMER) is in talks to play Sam Bankman-Fried. π
π The script may be penned by Oscar-winner Graham Moore, with rumors of a love story as the narrative frame.
π One of cryptoβs biggest scandals could soon hit your screen β if it escapes βdevelopment hell.β
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π ETH Undervalued Compared to BTC?
According to CryptoQuant, Ethereum is now extremely undervalued relative to Bitcoin β a level not seen since 2019.
π Historically, such signals have preceded ETH rallies...
π¬ But this time, the market faces headwinds: persistent selling pressure and low demand are holding ETH back for now.
Will history repeat itself? π
According to CryptoQuant, Ethereum is now extremely undervalued relative to Bitcoin β a level not seen since 2019.
π Historically, such signals have preceded ETH rallies...
π¬ But this time, the market faces headwinds: persistent selling pressure and low demand are holding ETH back for now.
Will history repeat itself? π
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πΊπΈ Trump Goes Off on Powell (Again)
Donald Trump called Jerome Powell a "FOOL who doesnβt have a clue", blaming the Fed chair for always being late with decisions π±
...But added he still "likes him very much" π€·ββοΈ
Trump also bragged about:
π» Falling energy prices
π₯ Cheaper groceries
π "No inflation"
π° Tariff revenues βpouring inβ
Classic Trump mix of insult and backhanded compliment.
Donald Trump called Jerome Powell a "FOOL who doesnβt have a clue", blaming the Fed chair for always being late with decisions π±
...But added he still "likes him very much" π€·ββοΈ
Trump also bragged about:
π» Falling energy prices
π₯ Cheaper groceries
π "No inflation"
π° Tariff revenues βpouring inβ
Classic Trump mix of insult and backhanded compliment.
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π€ Hopium Alert: ETH to $12K?
Some analysts believe Ethereum is mirroring Bitcoinβs 2018β2021 cycle β and if the pattern holds, ETH could reach $12,000 this bull run.
π The chart comparison suggests we're in a similar phase of recovery and breakout.
Too good to be true or just getting started? π
Some analysts believe Ethereum is mirroring Bitcoinβs 2018β2021 cycle β and if the pattern holds, ETH could reach $12,000 this bull run.
π The chart comparison suggests we're in a similar phase of recovery and breakout.
Too good to be true or just getting started? π
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π Bitcoin Breaks $100K, Triggers Major Short Liquidations
Bitcoin confidently surged past the $100,000 mark, now trading above $103K. According to CoinGlass, this rally led to the largest short liquidation event since 2021 β over $837.8 million in short positions were wiped out in just 24 hours. π
Notably, the actual figure may be even higher, as Binance does not fully disclose liquidation data. π§
π Ethereum also saw a powerful rebound, jumping 20% in a day and approaching the $2,300 level β a sharp turnaround from recent market pessimism.
Bitcoin confidently surged past the $100,000 mark, now trading above $103K. According to CoinGlass, this rally led to the largest short liquidation event since 2021 β over $837.8 million in short positions were wiped out in just 24 hours. π
Notably, the actual figure may be even higher, as Binance does not fully disclose liquidation data. π§
π Ethereum also saw a powerful rebound, jumping 20% in a day and approaching the $2,300 level β a sharp turnaround from recent market pessimism.
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π₯· Hack the Hackers: LockBit Ransomware Group Breached
Nearly 60,000 Bitcoin addresses, internal chats with victims, and admin passwords from the infamous LockBit ransomware gang have been leaked online β but no private keys were exposed.
Unknown hackers broke into LockBit's control panels and left a note: βCrime is bad. Kisses from Prague.β π
LockBit, active since 2019, is one of the largest ransomware groups globally, known for encrypting victimsβ data and demanding payment for decryption β with threats to leak the data if unpaid. Tables have turned. π
Nearly 60,000 Bitcoin addresses, internal chats with victims, and admin passwords from the infamous LockBit ransomware gang have been leaked online β but no private keys were exposed.
Unknown hackers broke into LockBit's control panels and left a note: βCrime is bad. Kisses from Prague.β π
LockBit, active since 2019, is one of the largest ransomware groups globally, known for encrypting victimsβ data and demanding payment for decryption β with threats to leak the data if unpaid. Tables have turned. π
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π₯ Massive ETH Short Liquidations Rock the Market
According to Coinglass, a Bybit whale just had a $10.27M ETH/USDT short position wiped out in a single order. π΅
Meanwhile, another aggressive whale on Hyperliquid had shorted ETH with 25x leverage and got rekt for $2.6M when ETH hit $2,343 β at the time, it was flying above $2,390. π€·
In just the last hour, over $114M in shorts were liquidated. In total, $800M+ has been wiped out across the market in 24h β and thatβs not even counting hidden data from Binance and others. π
According to Coinglass, a Bybit whale just had a $10.27M ETH/USDT short position wiped out in a single order. π΅
Meanwhile, another aggressive whale on Hyperliquid had shorted ETH with 25x leverage and got rekt for $2.6M when ETH hit $2,343 β at the time, it was flying above $2,390. π€·
In just the last hour, over $114M in shorts were liquidated. In total, $800M+ has been wiped out across the market in 24h β and thatβs not even counting hidden data from Binance and others. π
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π Ripple Behind Trumpβs XRP Post Scandal?
π¨ Politico reports that the viral Trump social media post about adding XRP, SOL, and ADA to the U.S. crypto reserve was actually crafted by lobbyists from Brian Ballardβs firm β allegedly working on Rippleβs behalf. π€
The White House didnβt appreciate the stunt: the person responsible has already been kicked out. π‘
π¨ Politico reports that the viral Trump social media post about adding XRP, SOL, and ADA to the U.S. crypto reserve was actually crafted by lobbyists from Brian Ballardβs firm β allegedly working on Rippleβs behalf. π€
The White House didnβt appreciate the stunt: the person responsible has already been kicked out. π‘
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π Coinbase Acquires Deribit for $2.9B
π£ Coinbase has announced the acquisition of Deribit, one of the leading crypto options exchanges, in a $2.9 billion deal.
This move positions Coinbase as a major player in the global crypto derivatives market. π΅
π Following the news, Coinbase shares surged 5%. A strategic step toward expanding institutional services and strengthening market presence.
π£ Coinbase has announced the acquisition of Deribit, one of the leading crypto options exchanges, in a $2.9 billion deal.
This move positions Coinbase as a major player in the global crypto derivatives market. π΅
π Following the news, Coinbase shares surged 5%. A strategic step toward expanding institutional services and strengthening market presence.
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π CryptoQuant CEO Admits Mistake on BTC Cycle
Two months ago, CryptoQuant CEO claimed the bull cycle was over β now he admits he was wrong. π€·
According to him, selling pressure is fading, and ETF inflows are strengthening the market. The behavior of Bitcoin whales is also changing: they no longer sell aggressively at peaks, making the market dynamics more complex than in previous cycles. π€
Two months ago, CryptoQuant CEO claimed the bull cycle was over β now he admits he was wrong. π€·
According to him, selling pressure is fading, and ETF inflows are strengthening the market. The behavior of Bitcoin whales is also changing: they no longer sell aggressively at peaks, making the market dynamics more complex than in previous cycles. π€
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π€ Ripple and SEC Reach Settlement!
Ripple and the SEC have reached a settlement agreement, as revealed in their joint letter to the U.S. District Court in New York. π©
The two parties are requesting an indicative ruling to lift the court's restrictions on Ripple and release $125 million in funds for civil penalties. π΅
As part of the settlement, Ripple will pay $50 million to the SEC, while the remaining funds will be returned to the company.
The case, which has been ongoing for some time, now seems to be heading toward a resolution. π
Ripple and the SEC have reached a settlement agreement, as revealed in their joint letter to the U.S. District Court in New York. π©
The two parties are requesting an indicative ruling to lift the court's restrictions on Ripple and release $125 million in funds for civil penalties. π΅
As part of the settlement, Ripple will pay $50 million to the SEC, while the remaining funds will be returned to the company.
The case, which has been ongoing for some time, now seems to be heading toward a resolution. π
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π CryptoQuant: Whale FOMO is real
The absolute gap between the realized price of BTC for new whales ($91,900) and old whales ($32,200) has hit $59,700 β that's a relative spread of 185% π€―
In simple terms: new whales are entering at prices 185% higher than the old guard.
Analysts see this growing spread as a strong signal of market confidence and rising FOMO.
For context: back in November 2022, the spread was just 62%.
The absolute gap between the realized price of BTC for new whales ($91,900) and old whales ($32,200) has hit $59,700 β that's a relative spread of 185% π€―
In simple terms: new whales are entering at prices 185% higher than the old guard.
Analysts see this growing spread as a strong signal of market confidence and rising FOMO.
For context: back in November 2022, the spread was just 62%.
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