Charles Schwab Corp. shares rose after second-quarter earnings beat expectations. The company delivered a strong performance, fueled by a new record high in client assets and a surge in trading revenue. Schwab reported adjusted earnings of $1.14 per share, while total client assets rose 14% year-over-year to $10.76 trillion. Revenue from client transactions rose 23% to $952 million. “Retail investors and independent investment advisors continued to view Schwab as a trusted partner, and more than 1 million new brokerage accounts were opened,” said company CEO Rick Wurster. Related News: Richard Teng, CEO of Binance, Gives a Special Interview on the Company's Founding Anniversary: Is the IPO Coming? Wurster, who took over as CEO at the beginning of the year, stated on an earnings call with analysts that the company is continuing its work in the digital asset space. He stated that Schwab will offer spot trading for Bitcoin and Ethereum, which he said would be a significant growth area. He also stated that the company plans to offer a stablecoin and is in discussions with major banks to form a consortium to this end, while also evaluating its own independent options. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Giant Finance Company Charles Schwab’s CEO Makes Statement on Bitcoin and Ethereum
Although the cryptocurrency market is known for its volatility, several assets are increasingly showing potential for inclusion in long-term retirement portfolios. Notably, with the U.S. advancing regulation through laws like the Genius Act, the case for crypto as a legitimate investment class is gaining traction. To this end, and beyond leading names like Bitcoin ( BTC ) and Ethereum ( ETH ), Finbold has identified the following altcoins worth considering for your retirement portfolio. Solana (SOL) Solana has matured significantly in recent years, following a near collapse in 2022 due to its ties to the FTX saga. Notably, Solana earns a place in the portfolio thanks to its ability to process thousands of transactions per second, making it ideal for decentralized finance (DeFi) and gaming applications. The ecosystem is also expanding, with the potential to attract institutional investors, especially with a possible spot ETF on the horizon. Solana’s architecture also appeals to developers migrating from congested and costly Ethereum chains, giving it strong forward momentum. Previously, Solana surged from $0.22 in 2020 to over $200 at its peak and has undergone upgrades aimed at improving the network. Analysts, such as VanEck, project that its price could exceed $3,200 by 2030, making it an ideal investment option. At press time, SOL was trading at $176.96, having rallied over 11% in the past week. SOL one-week price chart. Source: Finbold Hedera (HBAR) Hedera ( HBAR ) is quietly becoming the go-to network for enterprise adoption. Built on its unique Hashgraph consensus, a faster, more energy-efficient alternative to traditional blockchain, Hedera can process over 10,000 transactions per second with near-instant finality. What sets HBAR apart is its governance council, composed of industry giants such as Google, IBM, LG, and Deutsche Telekom. These stakeholders not only validate the network but also build on it, demonstrating rare institutional confidence in a crypto project. Use cases include tokenization, identity verification, carbon tracking, and supply chain solutions, offering solid potential for long-term growth. At press time, HBAR was trading at $0.27, up 0.1% in the last 24 hours and 12% over the past week. HBAR one-week price chart. Source: Finbold While the cryptocurrency market remains volatile, Solana and Hedera stand out for their real-world utility. These assets are emerging as key players in the growing digital economy, offering more than just speculative value. Featured image via Shutterstock The post 2 cryptocurrencies to buy now for your retirement portfolio appeared first on Finbold .
Grok AI has released bold new forecasts shaking up the market outlook. Dogecoin is projected to reach the $1 milestone, Shiba Inu to hit $0.0001, and newcomer Little Pepe to reach $3. However, the timeline is even more shocking. After selling out Stage 4 ahead of schedule, Little Pepe (LILPEPE) has entered Stage 5 at a price of $0.0014, marking a 40% rise from its Stage 1 price. Current buyers are already positioned for a 2.14x return, with a confirmed listing at $0.003. However, Grok AI’s full projection reveals much more than a simple double, it anticipates Little Pepe (LILPEPE) reaching $3 by Q2 2026. That is a staggering 2,042x gain from today’s price, outperforming many of the top assets in circulation. Backed by over $5.8 million raised and more than 4.9 billion tokens sold in record time, the project’s acceleration isn’t slowing down. Grok AI’s Forecast: Where Dogecoin and Shiba Inu Are Headed According to Grok AI’s latest projections, Dogecoin is expected to reach $1 by April 2026, a nearly 5x increase from its current price of $0.20. This trajectory is supported by steady adoption, integration with payment systems, and potential market-wide momentum following anticipated Bitcoin surges. Shiba Inu, currently trading at $0.0000134, is forecasted to hit $0.0001 by late 2025, marking a projected 7.5x return. While both tokens have strong community backing, Grok’s data suggests Dogecoin’s growth may be more short-term event-driven, while Shiba Inu’s path depends more on ecosystem expansion like Shibarium. These predictions also provide a performance benchmark for newer entrants such as Little Pepe (LILPEPE), which Grok forecasts could reach $3, far surpassing both in relative ROI. Stage 4 Sells Out Quickly as $5.9 M Raised Momentum continues to build around Little Pepe (LILPEPE), with Stage 4 of the presale completely selling out. Over 4.8 billion tokens were snapped up, bringing in $5.9 million. With that phase now closed, the price has moved up to $0.0014 in Stage 5. The strong response highlights growing belief in the project and where it’s headed next. Audit Score of 81.55 and CoinMarketCap Listing Boost Credibility Little Pepe (LILPEPE) has undergone a full audit by Freshcoins.io, receiving a solid score of 81.55. This third-party validation adds an extra layer of trust for those just discovering the project. It’s also now listed on CoinMarketCap, giving it greater visibility and showing that LILPEPE is hitting key development milestones. Layer 2 Built for Speed and Simplicity The team behind Little Pepe (LILPEPE) is launching its own Layer 2 blockchain. It’s designed for quick, low-cost transactions and an overall smoother user and developer experience. This approach aims to solve the performance issues seen on many older networks. $777,000 Giveaway Now Live A massive giveaway is now underway, with $777,000 in prizes. Ten winners will each receive $77,000 worth of LILPEPE tokens. Anyone who invests at least $100 in the presale and completes a few quick social tasks can take part. More entries mean better odds of winning. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) has now raised over $5.9 million and sold more than 4.8 billion tokens, cementing its status as the breakout meme coin of 2025. An audit score of 81.55, a CoinMarketCap listing, and its upcoming Layer 2 blockchain are building serious credibility and momentum. According to Grok AI, Dogecoin is on track to reach $1 by April 2026, while Shiba Inu could hit $0.0001 before the end of 2025. But it’s LILPEPE’s projected rise to $3 by Q2 2026, a staggering 2,042x gain from the current $0.0014 price, that’s capturing the spotlight. A $777,000 giveaway is now live, where ten winners will each receive $77,000 in tokens. Secure your position in the presale today, complete a few simple social steps, and claim your shot at life-changing gains. For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below: Website: https://littlepepe.com Whitepaper: https://littlepepe.com/whitepaper.pdf Telegram: https://t.me/littlepepetoken Twitter/X: https://x.com/littlepepetoken
Nearly half of the US population has been impacted by data breaches in the first half of 2025 alone, according to a new report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC). The ITRC says 1,732 data compromises were reported in the US in H1 2025, which impacted 165,745,452 individuals. “Analysis of data from the first six months of the year reveals a landscape dominated by cyberattacks, with supply chain vulnerabilities persisting as a major threat vector. While the total number of compromises has not dramatically outpaced previous years, the impact on victims remains severe.” Source: ID Theft Center There are currently around 342 million people in the US, according to the U.S. Census Bureau . The ITRC says there’s been a rise in artificial intelligence (AI)-powered phishing attacks, which are more difficult to detect, and other new threats to personal information. “The introduction of repackaged and recirculated personal information – PCD (previously compromised data) – into the risk environment represents a significant new threat to organizations that are vulnerable to the use of stolen logins and passwords to gain access to mission-critical systems for ransom attacks and/or data exfiltration. The recent discovery of an unsecured cloud environment with more than 16 billion logins and passwords aggregated into a single database is an example of PCD.” Follow us on X , Facebook and Telegram Don't Miss a Beat – Subscribe to get email alerts delivered directly to your inbox Check Price Action Surf The Daily Hodl Mix Disclaimer: Opinions expressed at The Daily Hodl are not investment advice. Investors should do their due diligence before making any high-risk investments in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency or digital assets. Please be advised that your transfers and trades are at your own risk, and any losses you may incur are your responsibility. The Daily Hodl does not recommend the buying or selling of any cryptocurrencies or digital assets, nor is The Daily Hodl an investment advisor. Please note that The Daily Hodl participates in affiliate marketing. Generated Image: Midjourney The post More than 1,700 Data Breaches Impact 165,745,452 Victims in the US in the First Half of 2025: Identity Theft Resource Center appeared first on The Daily Hodl .
BlackRock's Ethereum purchases highlight a shift in institutional crypto market interest. Institutional focus is increasingly veering towards Ethereum alongside Bitcoin for diversification. Continue Reading: BlackRock’s Ethereum Purchases Signal Shifting Interests in Cryptocurrency Markets The post BlackRock’s Ethereum Purchases Signal Shifting Interests in Cryptocurrency Markets appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .
A 58-year-old woman is awaiting prison after receiving over half a billion dollars in mysterious and unexplained funds in her bank account. Authorities say Zin Nwe Nyunt of Singapore set up a wholesale trading firm, and after the company’s accounts received SGD $640.7 million – about $500 million – she stated she had no idea where it came from, The Straits Times reports . Her trading firm, called Unione Pte Ltd, set up bank accounts with Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC), United Overseas Bank (UOB) and DBS. She then received large sums of money via wire transfer between 2020 and 2021, court proceedings show. Nyunt first hit the police’s radar when an Australian investment scam victim provided information that led investigators to Unione’s bank account in 2021, which received $1.8 million in proceeds from the scheme. Court proceedings revealed a friend of Nyunt’s husband, Nyan Win, was approached by a Myanmar national named Ko Phillip, who asked him if he wanted to assist him in his commodities trading business by receiving wire transfers to a Singaporean business account. The deal was that Win would be paid 0.5 Myanmar kyat – a small fraction of a cent – for every US$1 received. However, Win decided it was too risky for him to receive money to his company’s bank account, and instead referred the alleged “opportunity” to Nyunt’s husband. In what appears to be an elaborate money laundering operation for scams, neither Nyunt nor Nyan were ever aware of the source of the funds, but each admitted to receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars in “commissions.” Nyunt will begin serving an 18 month prison sentence in August while Nyan is expected to be sentenced at the end of this month. Follow us on X , Facebook and Telegram Don't Miss a Beat – Subscribe to get email alerts delivered directly to your inbox Check Price Action Surf The Daily Hodl Mix Disclaimer: Opinions expressed at The Daily Hodl are not investment advice. Investors should do their due diligence before making any high-risk investments in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency or digital assets. Please be advised that your transfers and trades are at your own risk, and any losses you may incur are your responsibility. The Daily Hodl does not recommend the buying or selling of any cryptocurrencies or digital assets, nor is The Daily Hodl an investment advisor. Please note that The Daily Hodl participates in affiliate marketing. Generated Image: Midjourney The post Woman Receives $501,450,311 in Bank Account, Tells Authorities She Doesn’t Know Where It Came From – Now She’s Facing Prison: Report appeared first on The Daily Hodl .
Michael Saylor’s Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has expanded its strategy after buying 4,225 BTC.
While the crypto world buzzed over the 80,000 bitcoins from 2011 shuffled around by an old-school whale this week, a few other longtime holders quietly joined the action, shifting hefty amounts of their own—all while the price held steady well above the $116,000 mark. Sleeping Wallets Come Alive in July as Bitcoin Holds Above Key
Bale (@AltcoinBale), a crypto pundit on X, recently addressed the XRP Army, stating that all XRP holders, including those holding only 1 XRP, will be glad when BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, gets involved with the digital asset. The comment alludes to the growing anticipation that institutional finance giants will soon recognize XRP’s utility and position in global finance. Many retail investors have accumulated XRP with expectations that its price will one day reflect the real-world use cases it enables. However, the notion that even holding one XRP might eventually be significant shows a belief in extreme long-term appreciation, potentially driven by institutional adoption. If you hold 1 XRP or 1,000 XRP Understand that you understand what XRP is. When Blackrock come in, you will be glad you have 1 XRP — BALE (@AltcoinBale) July 19, 2025 Institutional Entry Could Signal a Turning Point Bale’s post plays into a broader conversation among XRP supporters who believe that traditional finance is quietly preparing to integrate XRP into future infrastructure. Ripple CTO David Schwartz recently predicted that XRP is on the cusp of mass institutional adoption , and BlackRock’s involvement with Bitcoin through ETFs shows that the firm is interested in cryptocurrencies. Its entrance into the XRP market would signal institutional validation that could change the market landscape entirely. Such involvement would carry more than just symbolic weight, as BlackRock manages trillions in assets. Anticipation for a BlackRock XRP ETF has been building for years, and such a product would introduce XRP to a wider investor base, bring major capital inflows, boost liquidity, and give the asset a level of credibility retail investors cannot provide on their own. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 Why Holding At Least 1 XRP Is Important Prominent voices in the crypto space, such as Edoardo Farina, have constantly advised investors to hold up to 10,000 XRP. He opined that the amount may soon be impossible for average investors . However, Bale suggests that holding just one token could be life-changing. A growing number of XRP advocates believe that in a future where demand for XRP surges, individual holders could lend out their tokens to institutions , generating passive income from them. XRP has a fixed supply. As more tokens are burned and supply diminishes, the asset will become more valuable. As the supply shrinks, institutions that need to use the asset will have to depend on retail investors who purchased early. If a player like BlackRock does enter, Bale’s post may age well, and even the smallest holders could find themselves in a strong position. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are advised to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on X , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Pundit to XRP Holders: When BlackRock Comes in, You Will Be Glad You Have 1 XRP appeared first on Times Tabloid .
Payments firm Block (XYZ) will be added to the S&P 500 index on July 23, replacing Hess Corp following the oil company’s acquisition by Chevron. The news sent Block’s shares soaring 8.5% in after-hours trading. After closing Friday’s session up 2.95%. Inclusion in the index means Block shares will appear in portfolios run by mutual funds and institutional managers following the S&P 500, the stock market’s benchmark index. Earlier this year, Coinbase (COIN) became the first cryptocurrency firm to join the index and at the time its shares saw a similar jump. Earlier this week, COIN hit a new all-time high around $445 before correcting. Block is best known for its Cash App and Square, as well as its ongoing integration of Bitcoin into its business model. The company piloted real-time bitcoin payments earlier this year and is looking to roll out the feature broadly next year. The company's inclusion in the index also means that major investment funds will indirectly add exposure to bitcoin and the wider cryptocurrency ecosystem. The company holds 8,584 bitcoin on its balance sheet according to BitcoinTreasuries, giving it the 11th-largest BTC treasury among publicly traded firms.