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In a shift that contrasts recent centralized exchange trends, Bitcoin DEX traders are increasingly positioning for downside volatility, according to onchain data from decentralized options platform Derive.xyz. The surge in bearish options activity suggests market participants are preparing for potential macro uncertainty or short-term corrections following Bitcoin’s sharp recovery. Put Options Dominate BTC Options Flow on Derive.xyz As of June 30, more than 70% of BTC options trading volume on Derive consisted of put options — contracts that gain value if the asset’s price drops. These puts allow traders to sell Bitcoin at predetermined levels, typically as a hedge or…

The Blockchain Group (ALTBG), a Paris-based fintech firm and Europe’s first dedicated Bitcoin treasury company, has announced a substantial increase in its BTC holdings and corporate capital. With strategic investments and equity issuances, the company is solidifying its position as a European leader in Bitcoin treasury management. 1,788 BTC and Counting: Strategic Accumulation in 2025 The firm now holds 1,788 Bitcoin, valued at €161.3 million (~$189 million USD), with an average acquisition cost of €90,213 per BTC. This represents a stunning 1,270.7% BTC yield in 2025 alone, reflecting precise market timing and strategic treasury allocation. In its most recent move,…

Shiba Inu (SHIB), one of the most watched memecoins in the crypto market, is showing early signs of a potential price reversal, driven by large-scale whale accumulation and encouraging technical patterns. Shib chart by BITX Whales Buy Over 10 Trillion SHIB Amid Price Dip After a sharp correction of nearly 27% from mid-May, SHIB hit a 16-month low of $0.00001005. However, whale wallets accumulated 10.4 trillion SHIB tokens — worth around $110 million — signaling renewed interest at discounted levels. This accumulation suggests that high-net-worth investors are positioning ahead of a possible SHIB price recovery. Such buying behavior often precedes…

BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT) has broken its four-week streak of declining trading volumes, registering a notable 3.49% increase last week. The rebound in volume and investor activity signals renewed confidence in institutional Bitcoin exposure via ETFs. IBIT Trading Volume Surges After Downtrend The IBIT ETF, listed on Nasdaq, saw 210.02 million shares traded in the week ending June 27, marking a 22.2% increase from the prior week’s 171.74 million shares. This is the first weekly growth in volume since mid-May, ending a nearly month-long slowdown in ETF activity. The rise in volume indicates renewed investor interest in regulated, spot-backed…

Decentralized exchange Hyperliquid has reached a major milestone, surpassing $1.57 trillion in onchain perpetual futures trading volume over the past 12 months. The achievement solidifies its position as a dominant force in the decentralized derivatives market, outpacing its competitors and demonstrating the growing demand for non-custodial trading solutions. Unmatched Growth and Market Share in Onchain Perps According to data from Dune Analytics, Hyperliquid generated over $310 million in cumulative revenue, with $56 million earned in June alone. The platform handled $248 billion in volume during May, and already crossed $208 billion in June, compared to a combined $140 billion across…

Nobitex, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in Iran, has begun the gradual process of restoring services following a devastating $90 million exploit earlier in June 2025. The attack, reportedly carried out by a pro-Israel hacker group, has severely impacted the platform’s operations and user confidence. Nobitex Reopens for Verified Users Only According to a statement posted on X, Nobitex has reopened the platform on a limited basis, allowing access only to verified users. Deposits, withdrawals, and trading functions remain disabled, but the exchange noted that withdrawal services may resume starting Monday, June 30, depending on system stability and ongoing audits. “Our…

South Korea’s ambitious plans for a central bank digital currency (CBDC) have hit a pause as the government shifts focus to won-backed stablecoins. The Bank of Korea has suspended its ongoing digital currency pilot, citing uncertainty over how the CBDC initiative aligns with newly proposed stablecoin regulations. CBDC Trials Halted as Banks Shift Focus According to local reports from Yonhap and Chosun Daily, the Bank of Korea has postponed the second phase of its digital currency tests, originally scheduled for later this year. The first round, which ran from April 1 to June 30, involved 100,000 participants testing retail payments…

The $AVM token is the native asset of the Aveon Protocol, a next-generation AI-powered DeFi infrastructure aiming to revolutionize how liquidity, automation, and yield optimization are delivered across blockchains. With growing interest in real-world use cases and decentralized finance (DeFi), Aveon is emerging as a powerful player in the Layer-1 and cross-chain ecosystem. https://twitter.com/avm_codes?s=21&t=GSgByMAktV68aoFJuxO_Dg Key Features and Utility of $AVM Token The $AVM token is built to serve multiple core functions within the Aveon Protocol ecosystem: The token’s utility is designed to scale with ecosystem growth, making it both a governance tool and a core engine of value transfer within…

Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has made headlines again by purchasing an additional 1,005 Bitcoin (BTC), boosting its total holdings to 13,350 BTC—a move that now places it ahead of Galaxy Digital and CleanSpark in the rankings of publicly listed corporate Bitcoin holders. Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Holdings Now Worth $1.4 Billion The latest acquisition, valued at approximately $108.1 million, was executed at an average price of $107,601 per BTC, according to CEO Simon Gerovich. Based on current market prices, Metaplanet’s 13,350 BTC are worth roughly $1.4 billion. “Just three months ago, we announced hitting 3,350 BTC — and now we’ve added 10,000…

Bitcoin (BTC) climbed to $108,337, gaining 0.54% in 24 hours, as investor sentiment turned bullish following former President Donald Trump’s comments on the U.S. fiscal outlook. Analysts say Trump’s remarks about prioritizing growth over deficit concerns could fuel long-term demand for Bitcoin and gold, especially as trust in fiat stability weakens. Trump’s Comments Highlight Deficit Risks, Fueling BTC Optimism On June 29, 2025, Trump took to Truth Social, urging fellow Republicans to back his sweeping fiscal legislation, stating: “We will make it all up, times 10, with GROWTH, more than ever before.” The comment sparked market reaction, reinforcing the bullish…