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July 4, 2025 10:55:34 UTC
Japan’s Minna Bank Teams Up with Fireblocks and Solana for Stablecoin Pilot
Minna Bank, Japan’s first digital-only bank and part of Fukuoka Financial Group, has teamed up with Fireblocks, Solana Japan, and TIS to explore the use of stablecoins and Web3 wallets in everyday banking. The pilot will test real-world use cases like cross-border payments, asset trading, and daily transactions, focusing on issuing stablecoins on the Solana blockchain. It also aims to see how Web3 wallets can offer simpler, more user-friendly financial services. The move reflects Japan’s growing interest in faster, cheaper alternatives to traditional banking.
July 4, 2025 09:56:19 UTC
225M XRP Worth $501M Moved from Uphold to Unknown Wallet
In a latest update, 225 million XRP worth $501 million was moved from Uphold to an unknown wallet, sparking speculation of a major whale move or big play behind the scenes. XRP is currently trading at $2.23, down 2.4% in the last 24 hours. It jumped briefly on July 3 amid rumors that the SEC might drop its appeal in the Ripple case, though legal experts say it could still take weeks. However, pro-crypto expert James “MetaLawMan” Murphy remains hopeful, noting both parties can dismiss their appeals without court approval.
July 4, 2025 08:28:53 UTC
Pi Coin Drops Over 3% Amid Major Token Unlock
Pi Coin is currently trading at $0.4823, down 3.8% over the past 24 hours. Today, around 18.6 million tokens are scheduled to be unlocked, marking the largest token unlock in the next 30 days. Pi Network’s technicals also show a strong bearish trend, with most indicators flashing sell. Traders are watching closely as Pi hovers near key support levels. Meanwhile, analysts note that the recently launched AI App Studio by the Pi Core Team could significantly boost Pi’s utility, enabling KYC-approved users to build no-code DApps within the next 1–2 years.
July 4, 2025 08:18:05 UTC
Solo Bitcoin Miner Defies Odds, Earns $350K Reward with Small Setup
A solo Bitcoin miner recently earned nearly $350,000 by solving an entire block using a small setup with just 2.3 petahashes of power. The block was solved via the CKpool solo mining pool, earning the miner 3.173 BTC. According to experts, the odds of this happening with such a small setup are around 1 in 2,800, or roughly once every 8 years. It’s a rare win in a mining world usually ruled by massive operations.
July 4, 2025 08:08:51 UTC
Chainlink Whales Accumulate 85M LINK, But Price Stalls Below $15
LINK is trading in a tight $12–$15 range as whales continue to quietly accumulate, while retail traders remain mostly inactive. According to a CryptoQuant analyst, wallets holding 100,000 to 1 million LINK have amassed over 85 million tokens, the highest since late 2022. Despite this, price action remains flat. Exchange reserves have also fallen nearly 40% year-to-date. Analysts suggest that a breakout will require renewed retail interest or a slowdown in whale accumulation. Without it, LINK risks dropping toward $10.
July 4, 2025 07:54:51 UTC
Bitcoin Options Worth $3 Billion Set to Expire Today, Max Pain Price at $106K
According to data from Deribit, $3 billion worth of Bitcoin options are set to expire at 08:00 UTC today. The max pain price is $106,000, where most options expire without value, favoring sellers. On the same day, approximately $612 million in Ethereum options are set to expire. The put-to-call ratio stands at 1.24, with a max pain price of $2,500, indicating a slightly bearish sentiment as traders prepare for the expiry. Bitcoin is currently trading at $108,904, but a drop in volume to $28.6 billion hints at slowing momentum.
July 4, 2025 07:30:10 UTC
UK and Singapore Join Forces to Boost Crypto and AI Innovation
The U.K. and Singapore recently agreed to work together on digital finance, focusing on AI in Finance and asset tokenization. Regulators from both nations discussed joint efforts in areas such as digital innovation, sustainable finance, and capital markets. The deal, which was announced after their 10th Financial Dialogue in London, aims to explore how tokenized assets impact retail investors and boost adoption in both markets. Both nations will continue to work on Project Guardian to explore real-world use of tokenized finance and advance cross-border trading via the Global Layer One initiative.
July 4, 2025 07:13:59 UTC
Bitcoin ETFs Add $602M on July 3, ETH ETFs Record $149M Inflows
Crypto ETFs saw a major surge in inflows on July 3. Bitcoin ETFs led the charge, adding 5,530 BTC worth approximately $602 million. BlackRock’s IBIT and Fidelity’s FBTC dominated with inflows of $224 million and $237 million, respectively. Ethereum ETFs also saw inflows of around $149 million. ETHA led with over $85 million in inflows. The spike in ETF activity highlights renewed institutional interest in crypto assets
July 4, 2025 06:59:51 UTC
Dormant Bitcoin Wallets Move 20,000 BTC Worth $2.18 Billion After 14 Years
Two dormant Bitcoin wallets holding 20,000 BTC worth $2.18 billion turned active after 14 years. The wallets were funded in 2011, as part of a transfer of 23,377 BTC. While one address moved 3,377 BTC shortly after, the remaining 20,000 BTC were untouched until now. Both wallets moved their 10,000 BTC each to new addresses within just 30 minutes, during late Thursday night and early Friday morning. The coins were originally worth just $7,800, reflecting a staggering 13.9 million percent gain.
July 4, 2025 06:17:54 UTC
Ondo Finance and Pantera Capital Launch $250M RWA Investment Initiative
Tokenization platform Ondo Finance and crypto investment giant Pantera Capital are teaming up to invest $250 million into real-world asset projects through a new initiative called Ondo Catalyst. The goal is to support tools and platforms that help bring real-world assets like bonds or real estate onto the blockchain. The fund will make both equity and token investments. “The financial system is getting a major upgrade,” said Nathan Allman, CEO of Ondo.
July 4, 2025 06:17:54 UTC
Polymarket Faces Heat Over $58M Zelenskyy Suit Bet Dispute
Polymarket is facing heavy criticism over a controversial $58 million prediction market asking if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wore a suit before July. Despite major news outlets calling his June 24 NATO outfit a suit, the UMA protocol overturned the “Yes” vote twice. A final ruling is expected by July 4 at 2:09 AM ET. The controversy raises concerns over market integrity as Polymarket reportedly nears a $200M funding round.
July 4, 2025 06:06:27 UTC
U.S. Debt Crisis? 93% Odds It Surpasses $38 Trillion in 2025
According to leading crypto prediction platform Polymarket, there is now a 93% chance that the U.S. national debt will exceed $38 trillion by 2025. With the current debt already nearing $35 trillion, this staggering projection underscores growing concerns about unchecked government spending, rising interest payments, and a lack of fiscal discipline. Traders are betting on this outcome, warning it could shake markets, weaken the U.S. dollar, and push investors toward Bitcoin and crypto as safer alternatives.
July 4, 2025 05:51:00 UTC
When Will Trump Sign The Big Beautiful Bill?
President Trump will officially sign the “Big Beautiful Bill” on July 4th at 4 p.m. EST during a White House celebration. The bill narrowly passed the House with a 218-214 vote, as all Democrats voted against it. On Truth Social, Trump invited all members of Congress to attend the signing ceremony, calling it a celebration of “our Nation’s Independence and the beginning of our new Golden Age.” He promised the bill would make Americans “richer, safer, and prouder than ever before.”
July 4, 2025 05:41:25 UTC
Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Passes House; Trump’s Remark Sparks Outrage
President Donald Trump celebrated in Iowa on Thursday night after his “Big, Beautiful Bill” passed the House. The bill, focused on boosting defense and border funding while cutting welfare programs, narrowly passed with a 218-214 vote. It faced intense GOP debate and last-minute negotiations. During a speech in Des Moines, President Donald Trump said that he “hates” Democrats for opposing his newly passed “Big, Beautiful Bill.” His remarks have drawn strong criticism online, with many calling them divisive and unpresidential.
July 4, 2025 05:40:27 UTC
U.S. Lawmakers Launch Crypto Week to Advance Key Crypto Bills
U.S. Congress is set to launch “Crypto Week” on July 14, aiming to fast-track critical blockchain and digital asset legislation. Led by House Financial Services Chair French Hill and Agriculture Chair GT Thompson, the initiative will focus on passing three major crypto bills: the CLARITY Act, the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, and the GENIUS Act. This coordinated push is part of the U.S. government’s strategy to position the U.S. as a global leader in blockchain innovation.