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U.S. interest in buying Bitcoin spikes 76% in one month

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Amid Bitcoin’s (BTC) ongoing rally to a new all-time high, interest in buying the cryptocurrency has surged across the United States, particularly over the past month. Specifically, search interest for the phrase “buy bitcoin” jumped by 76% in 30 days. On June 15, the search index stood at 49. It climbed to 90 by July 15, reaching a peak of 100 on July 14, according to Google Trends data retrieved by Finbold.  One-month search interest in ‘buy Bitcoin’ in U.S. Source: Google Trends Regionally, the highest search volumes came from the District of Columbia, followed by New Hampshire, Nevada, New Jersey, and Washington, highlighting strong interest across the Northeast and West Coast. The surge in public interest tracks closely with Bitcoin’s price action. In this case, over the past month, BTC gained around 10%, briefly topping $123,000.  The spike in searches likely reflects growing retail curiosity, with fear of mis...

Top 5 Ukrainian crypto founders shaping the blockchain industry

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Ukraine has long been recognized as one of the global leaders in cryptocurrency adoption. According to Chainalysis, Ukraine consistently ranks among the top countries in terms of grassroots crypto usage. Additionally, some reports suggest that the country holds one of the largest government-owned reserves of Bitcoin (BTC) globally. This leadership is bolstered not only by adoption but by the exceptional talent of Ukrainian engineers and entrepreneurs, many of whom play pivotal roles in Web3 development. While a large portion of Ukrainian talent contributes as developers and core contributors, a select group of visionaries has founded some of the most impactful projects in the blockchain space. Here are the five most influential Ukrainian crypto founders who have left a global mark on the industry: 1. Anatoly Yakovenko – Co-founder and CEO of Solana Born in Ukraine and immigrated to the United States, Anatoly Yakovenko is one of the most prominent figures in the...

AI predicts XLM price for July 31 after 85% spike

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Stellar (XLM) is breaking out alongside the broader cryptocurrency market, with an artificial intelligence (AI) model forecasting a potential push past the $0.50 resistance level by the end of July. As of press time, XLM was trading at $0.46, up 20% in the past 24 hours and 86% over the last week. XLM one-week price chart. Source: Finbold Amid the rally, Finbold consulted  OpenAI’s ChatGPT model, which outlined several possible price scenarios for the cross-border payment token.  In a bullish case, driven by continued market strength or positive project developments, XLM could climb to between $0.55 and $0.62. A neutral scenario might see the price consolidate between $0.42 and $0.48, potentially retesting the support level.  However, ChatGPT noted that if momentum fades due to a Bitcoin (BTC) cooldown or profit-taking, XLM could retreat to the $0.35 and $0.40 range. The AI model’s base case assumes Bitcoin remains above the $115,000 to ...

What's Stopping Ripple (XRP) From Reaching $100?

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Ripple (XRP) is one of the most promising cryptocurrency tokens to exist in the space today. The fact that the token has broken major price barriers and hurdles to reach where it is at present speaks volumes about the coin’s resilience and long-term price approach. Despite the obstacles that the regulatory regime imposed on Ripple (XRP) in the past, the token has emerged stronger than ever. With its current developments, Ripple is now eyeing major global domination by offering unique services in the cross-border payment domain. The token has the potential to hit $100 and beyond, but what is that one thing that restricts the XRP from claiming that aforementioned price mark? Let’s find out. Also Read: Here’s What We Actually Learned From XRP Price Predictions in 2025 XRP: Aiming For The Stars Source: Times Tabloid Ripple (XRP) is often touted as one of the most ambitious cryptocurrency tokens to exist in the space today. The token has recently filed for a banking license, demonstrat...

Bitcoin Sets New ATH Above $118K — $1 Billion In Shorts Obliterated As ETF Inflows Surge

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Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high (ATH) above $118K as spot BTC ETF (exchange-traded fund) inflows surged, triggering over $1 billion in liquidated shorts. BTC climbed as high as $118,403.89 before profit taking sent it back to $118,193.47 as of 2:21 a.m. EST. Despite the slight pullback, Bitcoin remains up more than 6% over the past 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap. Bitcoin Shorts Hammered Bitcoin’s explosive rally triggered the largest short liquidations of the year, with over $1.02 billion wiped out in bearish positions. According to CoinGlass, around 237,000 traders were liquidated, underscoring the scale of the move. The single biggest loss was an $88.5 million BTC-USDT short on HTX. Bybit led all exchanges in total liquidations with $461 million, over 93% of which came from short positions. Binance and HTX followed with $204 million and $193 million in liquidations, respectively. Short positions worth $1.02B were liquidated in 24 hourshttps://t.co/uBQ0VD9qtJ ...

ETH Price in 2025: The Bullish Price Ceiling Might Surprise You

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Ethereum (ETH) is one of the most sought-after cryptocurrency tokens, one that is part of a heavy speculative regimen. The token is now noticing a few major price surges, as Bitcoin topped the $100K price mark in a major price feat recently. The second-largest cryptocurrency is also making noteworthy moves, with analysts and technical markers predicting a new price ceiling for the token, the one that is projecting an incredibly bullish stance for the token in 2025. Also Read: Fidelity Outlines Why Ethereum Has an Edge Over Solana Ethereum 2025 Outlook Explained Source: Watcher Guru Ethereum is currently sitting at $2800, as markets continue to favor the altcoins, with Bitcoin exploring above $100K price points. ETH is now inching towards $3000, which, if manifested, could be a major feat for the token considering its slow price pace till now. Ethereum is up primarily due to its recent golden cross patterns, which are supporting bullish hues underneath all the market noise. Similarly, T...

BRICS Omits De-Dollarization & New Currency at 2025 Summit

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The formation of a new common currency and the de-dollarization agenda were the main goals of BRICS. However, both agendas were omitted at the 2025 summit with world leaders barely touching upon the subjects. The 17th summit was held in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday and Monday with China’s Xi Jinping and Russia’s Vladimir Putin skipping the 2-day event. India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Brazil’s President Lula da Silva led the BRICS summit without mentioning de-dollarization and the new currency. The two main policies were omitted from the event despite making it a huge talking point during the previous summits. The development indicates that the bloc is not serious about the issues and is only beating around the bush. Also Read: No BRICS Currency Planned, Says Group’s Envoy 2025 Summit: BRICS Failed To Mention the Launch of a New Currency & De-Dollarization Source: Reuters The BRICS 2025 summit saw no new major policies take shape with little to no effect on g...

Apertum officially integrated on CoinMarketCap

CoinMarketCap, the leading crypto data aggregator, has officially integrated the Apertum decentralized exchange (DEX) and its native Layer-1 (L1) blockchain, Apertum Chain, as per the reports shared with Finbold on Monday, July 7.  As CoinMarketCap boasts over 880 million page views per month and serves media giants like Forbes and Bloomberg , the integration will help promote Apertum as an ecosystem that emphasizes transparency, performance, and decentralization. @Apertum_io $APTM a community-driven, EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain with high-performance infrastructure is now officially integrated with #CoinMarketCap! Also Live: Apertum DEX — the decentralized exchange enabling secure non-custodial trading across the Apertum… pic.twitter.com/D7nBdFHZT8 — CoinMarketCap (@CoinMarketCap) July 8, 2025 Thanks to the integration, developers, analysts, and investors can now also access live data on Apertum’s trading volumes, token activity, and ecosystem hea...

Bitcoin To Repeat Parabolic Phase From 2017 And 2021? Here’s The Target

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XRP or XLM? We asked ChatGPT which crypto is a better buy for 2025 H2

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With the second half of 2025 now underway, the cryptocurrency market is in a consolidation phase, led by Bitcoin (BTC), which is trying to establish support above the $110,000 level. In this environment, investors are possibly weighing which cryptocurrencies offer the best upside. Two tokens, XRP and Stellar (XLM), are emerging as notable contenders. Both are designed to enable fast, low-cost cross-border transactions, but they differ in their market positioning, use cases, and adoption strategies. To help determine which asset shows more promise for the remainder of the year, Finbold asked OpenAI’s ChatGPT for its insights. XRP As of July 6, 2025, XRP is trading at approximately $2.27, with a market capitalization of roughly $134 billion, placing it among the top-valued cryptocurrencies.  XRP one-week price chart. Source: Finbold Backed by Ripple, ChatGPT noted that XRP has cemented a strong presence in the institutional financial sector, driven by int...

Bitcoin Price To See 52% Increase To $166,000, Analyst Reveals Tight Timeline

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Crypto Regulation in the Trump 2.0 Era

How the US Administration Is Reshaping Crypto Policy Crypto Regulation in the Trump 2.0 Era! As Donald Trump enters a second term in office, the landscape of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States is experiencing a major shift. Once skeptical of Bitcoin and digital assets, the Trump 2.0 administration appears to be strategically reorienting its approach, embracing crypto innovation while aiming to protect national interests and maintain financial sovereignty. A Strategic Bitcoin Reserve: From Rhetoric to Action One of the most discussed developments under the new administration is the proposed establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve —a bold idea that echoes traditional models like national gold reserves. While still in early discussions, the concept signals a growing recognition of Bitcoin not just as a speculative asset but as a strategic tool in global financial competition. With rising geopolitical tensions and increasing skepticism of the US dollar’s long-term dominanc...

Ripple Labs Applies For US Banking License To Boost RLUSD Stablecoin Trust

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Fintech firm Ripple Labs is applying for a US banking license to boost the trust of its RLUSD stablecoin and deepen its ties in the traditional financial system. In a July 2 X post , Ripple’s CEO Brad Garnlinghouse confirmed the news following an earlier report from The Wall Street Journal. In his post, he said the company is applying for a license with the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).  The move, according to him, is part of Ripple’s “long-standing compliance roots.” Ripple Seeks To Boost Trust In RLUSD Stablecoin As GENIUS Act Progresses If Ripple Labs receives the US banking license, it would create a “new (and unique!) benchmark for trust in the stablecoin market,” Garlinghouse said. This is because the firm would be under both federal and state oversight, given the New York Department of Finance Services already regulates Ripple USD (RLUSD), the company’s stablecoin product. Garlignhouse’s confirmatio...

Standard Chartered Says Bitcoin Could Hit $135K By The End Of Q3, Soar To $200K By Year-End After Breaking Halving Cycle

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Standard Chartered predicts that crypto market leader Bitcoin (BTC) will soar to $135K by the end of Q3 2025, and go on to hit $200K by the end of the year after breaking out of its halving cycle. “Thanks to increased investor flows, we believe BTC has moved beyond the previous dynamic whereby prices fell 18 months after a ‘halving’ cycle,” wrote Standard Chartered’s head of digital asset research, Geoff Kendrick, in a report today. New Market Drivers Could Push The Bitcoin Price Higher Kendrick went on to say that Bitcoin has broken out of its past 18-month halving cycle given there are now market drivers, such as spot Bitcoin ETFs (exchange-traded funds) and public companies adding BTC to their balance sheets, that were not present during past Bitcoin halvings. “We expect prices to resume their uptrend, supported by continued strong ETF and Bitcoin treasury buying,” the analyst wrote. 🚀 STANDARD CHARTERED SEES #BITCOIN HITTING...