πΊπΈ Trump May Soon Reveal Next Fed Chair Pick
According to WSJ, Trump has hinted at 3β4 possible successors to Jerome Powell as Fed Chair β signaling a possible early announcement ahead of the May 2026 term end.
π¬ Trump is reportedly unhappy with Powellβs policies and may name a successor as early as this summer, aiming to undermine Powellβs influence and shape market expectations.
π§© Top candidates include:
β’ Kevin Warsh β ex-Fed governor, pro-looser policy
β’ Kevin Hassett β Trumpβs former economic adviser
β’ Scott Bessent β current U.S. Treasury Secretary
β’ Others: David Malpass, Christopher Waller
π A shift in Fed leadership could have serious implications for markets, rates, and crypto. Stay alert.
According to WSJ, Trump has hinted at 3β4 possible successors to Jerome Powell as Fed Chair β signaling a possible early announcement ahead of the May 2026 term end.
π¬ Trump is reportedly unhappy with Powellβs policies and may name a successor as early as this summer, aiming to undermine Powellβs influence and shape market expectations.
π§© Top candidates include:
β’ Kevin Warsh β ex-Fed governor, pro-looser policy
β’ Kevin Hassett β Trumpβs former economic adviser
β’ Scott Bessent β current U.S. Treasury Secretary
β’ Others: David Malpass, Christopher Waller
π A shift in Fed leadership could have serious implications for markets, rates, and crypto. Stay alert.
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βοΈ Satoshi-era miners are (finally) diamond-handing
In 2025, early Bitcoin miners sold only 150 BTC β a huge drop compared to nearly 10,000 BTC sold in 2024. π§
These OG wallets, active since the earliest days of Bitcoin, were historically known for selling into major price pumps, often marking cycle tops.
π Their silence now may signal something big:
π Long-term conviction?
π Or maybeβ¦ the top isn't in yet?
Either way β they're not selling. π€
In 2025, early Bitcoin miners sold only 150 BTC β a huge drop compared to nearly 10,000 BTC sold in 2024. π§
These OG wallets, active since the earliest days of Bitcoin, were historically known for selling into major price pumps, often marking cycle tops.
π Their silence now may signal something big:
π Long-term conviction?
π Or maybeβ¦ the top isn't in yet?
Either way β they're not selling. π€
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π Wall Street Hits Highs, But Crypto Still in the Shadows
π S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed near all-time highs on Thursday β fueled by easing Israel-Iran tensions, dovish signals for Fed rate cuts in 2025, and Trumpβs announcement of a new US-China trade deal.
πͺπΊ Even the EU is considering lower tariffs on U.S. goods.
π Meanwhile, Coinbase stock hit ATH, up 40% in a month.
But despite all this macro optimism...π» Altcoins remain sluggish, with many polishing the floor, while BTC hovers around $107K.
π The hopium? Repeating cycles suggest altseason might ignite in July β history or just hopium, weβll see soon.
π S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed near all-time highs on Thursday β fueled by easing Israel-Iran tensions, dovish signals for Fed rate cuts in 2025, and Trumpβs announcement of a new US-China trade deal.
πͺπΊ Even the EU is considering lower tariffs on U.S. goods.
π Meanwhile, Coinbase stock hit ATH, up 40% in a month.
But despite all this macro optimism...π» Altcoins remain sluggish, with many polishing the floor, while BTC hovers around $107K.
π The hopium? Repeating cycles suggest altseason might ignite in July β history or just hopium, weβll see soon.
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π Grayscaleβs Top Crypto Picks for Q3 2025
Grayscale has just released its list of 20 high-potential tokens for Q3 2025. The selection includes a mix of established giants and emerging stars across various sectors:
β«οΈ$BTC
β«οΈ$ETH
β«οΈ$SOL
β«οΈ$HYPE
β«οΈ$SUI
β«οΈ$LINK
β«οΈ$AVAX
β«οΈ$UNI
β«οΈ$AAVE
β«οΈ$TAO
β«οΈ$ENA
β«οΈ$VIRTUAL
β«οΈ$IP
β«οΈ$AERO
β«οΈ$JTO
β«οΈ$SYRUP
β«οΈ$MORPHO
β«οΈ$HNT
β«οΈ$GRASS
β«οΈ$GEOD
These assets are expected to benefit from increased institutional interest, ecosystem growth, and macro trends.π§
Grayscale has just released its list of 20 high-potential tokens for Q3 2025. The selection includes a mix of established giants and emerging stars across various sectors:
β«οΈ$BTC
β«οΈ$ETH
β«οΈ$SOL
β«οΈ$HYPE
β«οΈ$SUI
β«οΈ$LINK
β«οΈ$AVAX
β«οΈ$UNI
β«οΈ$AAVE
β«οΈ$TAO
β«οΈ$ENA
β«οΈ$VIRTUAL
β«οΈ$IP
β«οΈ$AERO
β«οΈ$JTO
β«οΈ$SYRUP
β«οΈ$MORPHO
β«οΈ$HNT
β«οΈ$GRASS
β«οΈ$GEOD
These assets are expected to benefit from increased institutional interest, ecosystem growth, and macro trends.π§
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πΈ Bakkt Plans to Raise $1B for Bitcoin Reserves
πBakkt β the regulated digital asset platform founded by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the parent company of the NYSE β has filed to raise $1,000,000,000.
π According to an official SEC document, the funds may be used to purchase Bitcoin for the companyβs reserves, signaling a major move into BTC accumulation.
As a key player in the institutional crypto space, Bakkt's decision could further legitimize BTC as a strategic reserve asset among traditional financial giants.
πBakkt β the regulated digital asset platform founded by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the parent company of the NYSE β has filed to raise $1,000,000,000.
π According to an official SEC document, the funds may be used to purchase Bitcoin for the companyβs reserves, signaling a major move into BTC accumulation.
As a key player in the institutional crypto space, Bakkt's decision could further legitimize BTC as a strategic reserve asset among traditional financial giants.
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Altcoin Exchange Flows Signal Potential Rally? π§
The average monthly exchange flow of altcoins (deposits + withdrawals) has dropped to $1.6B, falling below the yearly average of $2.5B. π°
π Historically, whenever flows dipped below this $1.6B baseline (marked by green zones), it preceded a major altcoin rally.
Is this another calm before the altseason storm? π
The average monthly exchange flow of altcoins (deposits + withdrawals) has dropped to $1.6B, falling below the yearly average of $2.5B. π°
π Historically, whenever flows dipped below this $1.6B baseline (marked by green zones), it preceded a major altcoin rally.
Is this another calm before the altseason storm? π
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Ripple Plans M&A Spree & Ethereum-Style Upgrades for XRPL π
Ripple isnβt slowing down after buying prime broker Hidden Road for $1.25B β the team is actively pursuing multiple new acquisitions, aiming to capitalize on the lack of competition from TradFi giants π¦
At the same time, Ripple is upgrading its XRP Ledger with:
βοΈ Ethereum-like programmability
π° A new lending protocol (Q3 launch expected)
π Smart contract features like auto-asset conversion
π Integration with Wormhole for cross-chain compatibility
Ripple isnβt slowing down after buying prime broker Hidden Road for $1.25B β the team is actively pursuing multiple new acquisitions, aiming to capitalize on the lack of competition from TradFi giants π¦
At the same time, Ripple is upgrading its XRP Ledger with:
βοΈ Ethereum-like programmability
π° A new lending protocol (Q3 launch expected)
π Smart contract features like auto-asset conversion
π Integration with Wormhole for cross-chain compatibility
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π§π΄ Bolivia Turns to Crypto Amid Inflation Crisis
With inflation soaring, the boliviano collapsing, and a dollar shortage, small businesses in Cochabamba, Bolivia are rapidly adopting crypto.
π² Locals now pay for meals, salon visits, and even fried chicken using BTC and USDT β often via Binance.
πΈ USDT daily volume has hit $600K, effectively replacing the national currency in daily trade.
Crypto is no longer just an asset β in Bolivia, it's becoming money.
With inflation soaring, the boliviano collapsing, and a dollar shortage, small businesses in Cochabamba, Bolivia are rapidly adopting crypto.
π² Locals now pay for meals, salon visits, and even fried chicken using BTC and USDT β often via Binance.
πΈ USDT daily volume has hit $600K, effectively replacing the national currency in daily trade.
Crypto is no longer just an asset β in Bolivia, it's becoming money.
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π Number of Corporate Bitcoin Holders Doubles in 2025
The number of companies holding BTC as a treasury asset has already doubled compared to 2024.
π As of now, 134 companies have adopted Bitcoin as part of their corporate reserves β signaling growing institutional confidence in BTC amid global economic uncertainty.
Will we see 200 by year-end? π
The number of companies holding BTC as a treasury asset has already doubled compared to 2024.
π As of now, 134 companies have adopted Bitcoin as part of their corporate reserves β signaling growing institutional confidence in BTC amid global economic uncertainty.
Will we see 200 by year-end? π
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π¨ Bitcoin miners with diamond hands?
Cango, the mining firm, hasnβt sold a single BTC β total HODL mode activated! ππ
Last week alone, they mined 96.1 BTC, bringing their total holdings to 3,809 BTC. While others sell to cover costs, Cango is going full nuclear HODL β stacking sats like thereβs no tomorrow. β‘οΈπ
Is this a bold treasury strategy β or a setup for a mega sell-off later? Time will tell.
Cango, the mining firm, hasnβt sold a single BTC β total HODL mode activated! ππ
Last week alone, they mined 96.1 BTC, bringing their total holdings to 3,809 BTC. While others sell to cover costs, Cango is going full nuclear HODL β stacking sats like thereβs no tomorrow. β‘οΈπ
Is this a bold treasury strategy β or a setup for a mega sell-off later? Time will tell.
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π¨ June 2025 makes mining history!
The average cost to mine 1 BTC has officially exceeded $100,000, marking an all-time high. Even with current Bitcoin prices near that level, many miners are feeling the heat. π₯
To stay afloat, they're shutting down inefficient rigs rather than selling off reserves β a clear signal that miners are holding tight despite rising costs.
Is this pressure cooker setting the stage for the next big supply shock? π
The average cost to mine 1 BTC has officially exceeded $100,000, marking an all-time high. Even with current Bitcoin prices near that level, many miners are feeling the heat. π₯
To stay afloat, they're shutting down inefficient rigs rather than selling off reserves β a clear signal that miners are holding tight despite rising costs.
Is this pressure cooker setting the stage for the next big supply shock? π
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π Public Companies Are Stacking ETH!
Journalist Colin Wu shared a fresh list of public firms officially holding Ethereum on their balance sheets as of June 27.
Among them: SharpLink Gaming, Coinbase, Bit Digital, Exodus Movement, Mogo, Mega Matrix, Oxbridge Re, Cosmos Health, BioNexus Gene Lab, and Treasure Global.
βͺοΈSharpLink staked over 95% of its ETH via staking and liquid staking.
βͺοΈBit Digital is fully pivoting into Ethereum staking and asset management.
Signs of growing institutional confidence in ETH? π
Journalist Colin Wu shared a fresh list of public firms officially holding Ethereum on their balance sheets as of June 27.
Among them: SharpLink Gaming, Coinbase, Bit Digital, Exodus Movement, Mogo, Mega Matrix, Oxbridge Re, Cosmos Health, BioNexus Gene Lab, and Treasure Global.
βͺοΈSharpLink staked over 95% of its ETH via staking and liquid staking.
βͺοΈBit Digital is fully pivoting into Ethereum staking and asset management.
Signs of growing institutional confidence in ETH? π
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π DEX Volume Hits All-Time High!
According to CryptoRank, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) now account for a record 27.92% of total crypto trading volume β the highest share in history.
π More traders are shifting from centralized (CEX) platforms to DEXs, signaling growing trust in permissionless, non-custodial trading.
The DEX era may be closer than we think...
According to CryptoRank, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) now account for a record 27.92% of total crypto trading volume β the highest share in history.
π More traders are shifting from centralized (CEX) platforms to DEXs, signaling growing trust in permissionless, non-custodial trading.
The DEX era may be closer than we think...
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Donald Trump has stated that Bitcoin "takes pressure off the dollar" β and called it a βgreat thing for our country.β
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π Trump Boasts as Markets Hit ATHs
Donald Trump took to social media to flex that both S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new all-time highs under his leadership.
Meanwhile in crypto:
βͺοΈBTC briefly broke above $108K but failed to hold
βͺοΈETH tried reclaiming $2,500 β same story
Current prices:
πΈ BTC β $107.6K
πΈ ETH β $2,480
Markets are pumpingβ¦ but crypto still playing catch-up. π
Donald Trump took to social media to flex that both S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new all-time highs under his leadership.
Meanwhile in crypto:
βͺοΈBTC briefly broke above $108K but failed to hold
βͺοΈETH tried reclaiming $2,500 β same story
Current prices:
πΈ BTC β $107.6K
πΈ ETH β $2,480
Markets are pumpingβ¦ but crypto still playing catch-up. π
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π Most Companies Holding BTC Might Not Survive β Analysts Warn
The 2025 corporate trend of stacking Bitcoin could backfire, say Breed VC analysts. π
π They highlight a potential βdeath spiralβ:
BTC price drops β stock value drops β capital dries up β margin calls β forced BTC sales β even lower prices.
π Only firms with strong management, clear strategy, and solid BTC-per-share growth can weather a storm.
π‘ Most companies still fund BTC buys via equity, not debt β a good sign for now. But if debt becomes dominant, it could trigger another bear market.
π’ Over 250 entities (including public firms, ETFs, funds & even governments) now hold BTC on their books. Will they all survive the next storm? π€
The 2025 corporate trend of stacking Bitcoin could backfire, say Breed VC analysts. π
π They highlight a potential βdeath spiralβ:
BTC price drops β stock value drops β capital dries up β margin calls β forced BTC sales β even lower prices.
π Only firms with strong management, clear strategy, and solid BTC-per-share growth can weather a storm.
π‘ Most companies still fund BTC buys via equity, not debt β a good sign for now. But if debt becomes dominant, it could trigger another bear market.
π’ Over 250 entities (including public firms, ETFs, funds & even governments) now hold BTC on their books. Will they all survive the next storm? π€
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π ETF Rally: Bitcoin Leads the Charge
Last week saw major inflows into crypto ETFs:
β€ Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted a whopping $2.22B
β€ Spot Ethereum ETFs followed with $283.4M
Institutional demand is clearly heating up β BTC remains the top choice, but ETH is gaining momentum fast. π
Last week saw major inflows into crypto ETFs:
β€ Spot Bitcoin ETFs attracted a whopping $2.22B
β€ Spot Ethereum ETFs followed with $283.4M
Institutional demand is clearly heating up β BTC remains the top choice, but ETH is gaining momentum fast. π
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π Bitcoin Correction Incoming?
π΅οΈββοΈ CryptoQuant analysts note that Bitcoin's "apparent demand" has turned negative β a key signal of weakening market momentum.
This drop in demand could indicate that BTC is entering a phase of potential correction. π
π΅οΈββοΈ CryptoQuant analysts note that Bitcoin's "apparent demand" has turned negative β a key signal of weakening market momentum.
This drop in demand could indicate that BTC is entering a phase of potential correction. π
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