Washington, D.C. — Day 4 of Crypto Week in the U.S. House of Representatives has revealed deep divisions among lawmakers over the future of digital asset legislation. While both parties acknowledge the importance of establishing a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and stablecoins, key bills remain stalled due to political disagreements. Divided Opinions on GENIUS and Clarity Acts Delay Progress Among the primary pieces of legislation under debate are the GENIUS Stablecoin Bill, the Clarity Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. These bills are intended to provide legal clarity, establish consumer protections, and define how digital assets can be used…
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The Solana-based meme coin BONK recorded a sharp 19% price surge, fueled by strong momentum in the altcoin sector as traders rotated capital away from Bitcoin and Ethereum into higher-beta tokens. BONK Breaks Resistance as Volume Soars BONK’s price jumped from $0.00003337 to $0.00004022, marking a new multi-month high. The move came with a massive spike in trading volume, as over 6.67 trillion BONK tokens exchanged hands — valued at nearly $247 million in 24 hours. This breakout pierced key resistance near $0.00003700 and confirmed bullish continuation, supported by heavy demand across centralized and decentralized exchanges. The token maintained its…
Bit Origin (NASDAQ: BTOG), a Singapore-based digital mining company, is making headlines after announcing plans to become the first publicly traded U.S.-listed firm to adopt Dogecoin (DOGE) as its core treasury asset. This bold strategy positions Dogecoin — once labeled a meme coin — at the center of a growing trend in corporate crypto adoption. $500 Million Treasury Strategy Focused on Dogecoin The company revealed on Thursday its plan to raise $500 million in capital — including $400 million in equity and $100 million in convertible debt. These funds will be used to accumulate a substantial Dogecoin position. This approach…
The crypto industry is witnessing a significant development as Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company (BSTR), led by Bitcoin pioneer Adam Back, announces plans to go public. The move signals a bold step in institutionalizing Bitcoin treasury management on a massive scale. Bitcoin Standard Treasury Merges With SPAC to Go Public In a strategic move, BSTR will go public via a SPAC merger with Cantor Equity Partners I (CEPO), a special-purpose acquisition company affiliated with Cantor Fitzgerald. This transaction positions the firm to operate as a major institutional Bitcoin holding company. Additionally, the company is expected to secure up to $1.5 billion…
Ethereum continues to attract significant institutional interest as spot ETFs reach a record-breaking 4.95 million ETH in holdings, supported by unprecedented inflows and renewed investor confidence. Ethereum ETF Inflows Reach $726 Million in One Day On Wednesday, Ethereum-based spot ETFs recorded net inflows of $726 million, the highest single-day amount since these instruments were launched. The surge was primarily led by BlackRock’s ETHA fund, which alone brought in $499 million, according to SoSoValue. Total net inflows for July 2025 have now reached $2.27 billion, setting a new monthly record for Ethereum ETFs since their inception in July 2024. This sharp…
In the second quarter of 2025, the crypto trading landscape saw a significant shift as more traders migrated from centralized exchanges (CEXs) to decentralized exchanges (DEXs), pushing the DEX-to-CEX trading ratio to an all-time high. Decentralized Exchanges Gain Market Share According to recent data, DEX spot trading volume surged by over 25% in Q2 2025, compared to the previous quarter. In contrast, CEX volumes fell nearly 28%, indicating a growing distrust or aversion to centralized platforms among traders. The DEX-to-CEX ratio climbed from 0.13 to 0.23, marking a historic milestone in the evolution of decentralized trading. Despite this growth, CEXs…
Tether’s USDt, the largest stablecoin by market capitalization, has officially crossed the $160 billion mark, solidifying its reputation as the leading digital dollar alternative across emerging markets and global crypto ecosystems. USDt Demand Surges Across Emerging Markets Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino described this milestone as a “mind-blowing achievement,” emphasizing its role as a lifeline for over 400 million people in developing economies. The number of wallets holding USDt reportedly grows by 35 million each quarter, indicating the stablecoin’s increasing real-world utility. The $160 billion market cap milestone follows a sharp increase from $150 billion in May 2025. This growing adoption…
Semler Scientific (NASDAQ: SMLR) has made a major leap into the Bitcoin big leagues. The healthcare technology company has now become the 14th-largest publicly traded holder of Bitcoin, following its latest $25 million purchase. Semler Acquires 210 More BTC, Raising Total to 4,846 Coins Between July 3 and July 16, 2025, Semler Scientific added 210 BTC to its corporate treasury. The coins were purchased at an average price of $118,974, according to a recent regulatory filing. The company’s total Bitcoin holdings now sit at 4,846 BTC, currently valued at around $570 million at today’s BTC price of ~$118,000. This move…
Bitcoin-based decentralized finance (BTCFi) has witnessed a massive surge in total value locked (TVL) over the past year, but skepticism around trust and security continues to challenge adoption. BTCFi TVL Grows 22x in 12 Months As of July 2025, data shows that BTCFi TVL stands at $7.05 billion, up dramatically from just $304.66 million on January 1, 2024. This represents an astonishing 22-fold increase within 18 months, marking one of the most significant growth periods in the Bitcoin DeFi ecosystem to date. New protocol launches, institutional capital inflows, and Bitcoin’s price rally have been the primary drivers of this growth.…
The year 2025 is rapidly becoming one of the worst years on record for cryptocurrency theft, according to a recent report. Hackers have already stolen over $2.17 billion from crypto firms in the first half of the year, outpacing the total stolen in all of 2024. North Korean-Linked Attacks Drive Majority of Crypto Thefts The Lazarus Group, a North Korean state-sponsored hacking organization, is at the center of this alarming trend. A record-breaking $1.5 billion hack on the Bybit exchange earlier this year has already eclipsed North Korea’s total haul from crypto hacks in 2024. North Korean hackers are now…