Author: James Wilson

Bitcoin’s record-breaking climb past $118,000 isn’t tied to Fed policy or equities. Instead, analysts say spot ETF demand and corporate treasury strategies are driving this historic move. Meanwhile, altcoins are surging in BTC’s wake. Bitcoin (BTC) shattered its previous all-time high of $116,000 on July 11, peaking at $118,872 before settling near $117,300, pulling a 3% daily gain that masked the frenzy beneath the surface. Ethereum (ETH) outpaced BTC with a 7% surge, reclaiming $3,000 for the first time since February, while memecoins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB) posted double-digit rallies. According to Thomas Perfumo, Kraken’s global economist,…

Banana Gun Bot Sniper is a Telegram-based automated trading bot designed for crypto traders to snipe tokens during their initial launch moments. Purpose: Sniping tokens during launches often provides traders the opportunity to buy at the lowest possible price before demand spikes. The bot simplifies this process by automating trades with precision and speed. Supported Chains: Ethereum (ETH): One of the most widely used networks, perfect for high-value and popular token launches. Base: Known for its low-cost transactions and growing ecosystem of innovative projects. Blast: A newer blockchain catering to niche and emerging token launches. Why Token Sniping Matters: Token…

Dogecoin has flipped market structure bullish with a strong engulfing candle and volume spike. Price now approaches high time frame resistance, where a correction or breakout will determine the next trend leg. Dogecoin (DOGE) has shifted its market structure decisively to the upside after breaking above its high time frame support at $0.15, a level that previously marked the base of its range. Following a bullish engulfing candle and strong volume expansion, price reclaimed the point of control (POC) and triggered a breakout, pushing into higher territory. As DOGE approaches a major resistance cluster, the next few sessions will be…

DDC Enterprise Limited, an e-commerce firm best known as a leading Asian food company listed on the New York Stock Exchange, has announced a $100 million strategic partnership with web3 company Animoca Brands. The companies said in an announcement that they had signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding that will see DDC tap into a $100 million allocation to advance Animoca Brands’s Bitcoin (BTC) strategy. NYSE-listed DDC will help develop and implement strategies via which Animoca Brands can optimize its yield from the Bitcoin assets it holds. The announcement comes a few days after DDC revealed a major investment plan…

With pre-market listings already live and a proposal on the table, WLFI’s transition into a tradable token could reshape Trump’s digital asset profile. The market is already responding, with his wallet value up nearly 2.5% in a day. On July 4, World Liberty Financial, the Trump-affiliated DeFi venture, proposed a major tokenomics shift that would convert its WLFI governance token into a tradable asset. Though WLFI remains locked in a non-transferable state for now, decentralized exchanges including MEXC, BingX, and LBank have already listed it for pre-market speculation. The project is awaiting community approval to finalize the token’s transition. Trump,…

Tokenization is trending, not only on X. Kraken and Robinhood already allow their users to trade tokenized stocks. Bitwise’s Matt Hougan estimates the value of assets that can be tokenized at $257 trillion, a massive market not yet represented in innovative marketplaces. Regulators are reacting to the trend: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins encourages the emergence of tokenized stocks, while his colleague Hester Peirce warns about “unique risks.” What does Hester Peirce say? On July 9, 2025, as the tokenization of stocks became a topic of discussion, SEC Crypto Task Force head Hester Peirce issued a statement…

July 14, 2025, marks the beginning of Crypto Week in D.C. The event signals that the administration continues its work on regulating (and sometimes deregulating) the crypto space. The results of the first half of 2025 indicate little to no easy wins for the industry, but some advances in place can’t be ignored. Rare wins One of the promises Trump made during his campaign was a full pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the creator of the Silk Road marketplace. Charged with engaging in a continuing criminal enterprise, money laundering, and drug trafficking, he was sentenced to life in prison in 2013…

TRON is a blockchain platform designed to create a decentralized internet ecosystem. Imagine it as a digital highway where data, assets, and applications can flow freely without middlemen like traditional financial institutions or tech companies. It’s particularly known for its speed, affordability, and ability to handle a high volume of transactions, making it a favorite for developers and traders alike. Here’s what makes TRON special in simple terms: Fast Transactions: TRON processes transactions almost instantly, much faster than many other blockchains. Low Fees: The cost of sending or trading digital assets on TRON is incredibly low, making it accessible to…

Key Takeaways According to the review, while the MFSA has adequate resources and a foundation of expertise, it failed to meet expected standards during a recent CASP licensing process.  Among the areas flagged for stricter supervision were the sustainability of business models, governance structures, intra-group relationships, among others The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has identified serious shortcomings in how Malta’s financial regulator approved a crypto asset service provider (CASP) license under the new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. In a peer review report published on July 10, 2025, ESMA criticised the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) for authorising…

Dow Jones fell on Trump’s threats against more countries, tech stocks fared better, while the crypto market saw a bull run. Stocks are down as Trump once again escalated trade tensions, while crypto is doing great. On Friday, July 11, the Dow Jones was down 286 points, or 0.64%, while the S&P 500 slipped 0.30%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq lost just 0.08% as crypto and tech stocks did relatively better. Dow Jones Industrial Average heatmap on July 11 | Source: TipRanks Interestingly, Bitcoin (BTC) was much more resilient than the stock market. The token reached a new all-time high for a…