Ripple share ownership is under intense scrutiny as Linqto rebukes viral misinformation, confirms its 4.7 million-share stake, and faces escalating regulatory and legal pressure. Linqto’s 4.7M Ripple Shares Not Sold, Company Responds to False Reports A social media claim regarding Ripple share ownership has drawn a public clarification from a secondary-market investment platform, highlighting the
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Bitcoin price started a fresh increase above the $108,500 zone. BTC is now up over 3% and showing positive signs above the $110,000 level. Bitcoin started a fresh increase above the $108,500 zone. The price is trading above $110,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $108,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair could continue to rise if it clears the $112,000 resistance zone. Bitcoin Price Eyes More Gains Bitcoin price started a fresh increase after it cleared the $108,500 resistance zone . BTC gained pace for a move above the $108,800 and $109,500 resistance. Besides, there was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $108,800 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. The bulls even pumped the pair above the $110,000 resistance zone. It opened the doors for a move toward the $112,000 level. A high was formed at $112,000 and the price is now consolidating gains . It tested the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $107,500 swing low to the $112,000 high. Bitcoin is now trading above $109,500 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average. Immediate resistance on the upside is near the $111,600 level. The first key resistance is near the $112,000 level. The next resistance could be $112,500. A close above the $112,500 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $115,000 resistance level. Any more gains might send the price toward the $116,000 level. The main target could be $118,000. Downside Correction In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $112,000 resistance zone, it could start a downside correction. Immediate support is near the $110,800 level. The first major support is near the $109,750 level or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $107,500 swing low to the $112,000 high. The next support is now near the $109,200 zone. Any more losses might send the price toward the $108,500 support in the near term. The main support sits at $107,500, below which BTC might continue to move down. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $110,800, followed by $109,750. Major Resistance Levels – $112,000 and $115,000.
AguilaTrades has demonstrated a steady recovery following its inability to surpass the 400 million positions threshold. This rebound highlights a cautious yet optimistic market sentiment among traders. Notably, the floating
Good Morning, Asia. Here's what's making news in the markets: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, a daily summary of top stories during U.S. hours and an overview of market moves and analysis. For a detailed overview of U.S. markets, see CoinDesk's Crypto Daybook Americas. Nvidia's ascent to a historic $4 trillion market cap , the first-ever company to achieve this milestone, might be exactly the catalyst bitcoin (BTC) needed to break out of its tightly coiled trading range and surge toward new all-time highs, addressing analysts' concerns that the crypto market lacked a clear driver. BTC is currently trading at $110,900, according to CoinDesk market data , after rallying during the U.S. trading hours to over $111,000 and briefly touching all-time high. Glassnode analysts had previously described Bitcoin’s recent market activity as quiet , characterized by declining on-chain transactions, minimal miner revenues, and suppressed fees. Rather than interpreting these factors as bearish indicators, Glassnode highlighted a mature market increasingly dominated by large-value institutional transactions and cautious long-term holders. All this being said, the correlation between Nvidia and BTC might be short-lived as data suggests its weakening. While the correlation between the GPU giant and BTC peaked above 0.80 during the AI-driven euphoria of early 2024, and the three-month average remains relatively strong at 0.69, the latest data shows a dip to around 0.36, indicating a possible decoupling as investor focus shifts. Still, Nvidia’s milestone seemed to serve as a potential trigger for BTC breakout from weeks of price inertia. However, it's possible that Nvidia's share prices might correct at some point, given its volatile nature. But this weakening correlation means that BTC price might remain resilient – when that day comes. Australia Begins Real-World CBDC Tests Australia’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) initiative, Project Acacia, has entered its next phase as the Reserve Bank of Australia names 24 industry participants selected to trial real-world applications of digital money in tokenized asset markets. Spearheaded by the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Digital Finance Cooperative Research Centre, the project brings together major banks, fintechs, and infrastructure firms to trial programmable digital money in real-world financial workflows. The pilots will explore settlement across asset classes such as bonds, carbon credits, private markets, and trade receivables. Nineteen projects will involve live transactions, while five will remain at the proof-of-concept stage. ASIC has granted targeted regulatory relief to allow testing with real assets, continuing its approach of enabling responsible innovation in digital finance. While Australia is pushing ahead with further CBDC development, the Bank of Canada has shifted its focus away from developing a retail CBDC, amid mounting criticism that such a system could enable government surveillance by allowing authorities to monitor every transaction, unlike the anonymity offered by cash. Market Movements BTC: Bitcoin hovered near $109,000 as institutions defended key support levels amid light resistance at $110,000, showing resilience despite dormant wallet activity and regulatory uncertainty, while macro conditions such as a weakening dollar and steady rate cut odds bolstered corporate appetite for risk assets, according to the CoinDesk market insights bot. ETH: ETH closed a volatile 23-hour session up 2.8 percent, with strong institutional volume and resilience above $2,650 signaling continued bullish positioning amid market uncertainty. Gold: Gold prices extended losses for a second day, hovering near $3,285 as reduced July Fed rate cut bets, a strong U.S. dollar, and firm Treasury yields pressured the metal, though trade tariff concerns and upcoming FOMC minutes helped limit further downside . Nikkei 225: Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed Thursday as investors weighed the Bank of Korea’s rate hold and U.S. President Trump’s move to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, citing unfair trade and retaliation over Bolsonaro’s prosecution, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 down 0.45%. S&P 500: Stock futures were mostly flat Wednesday evening after the S&P 500 clawed back some losses from this week’s tariff-driven decline, with Dow futures slipping just 37 points. Elsewhere in Crypto U.S. Digital Assets Tax Policy Getting Hearing During 'Crypto Week' (CoinDesk) Pump.fun plans 25% revenue share with token holders: Sources (Blockworks) Judge Recommends Dropping Logan Paul’s Ex-Assistant From 'CryptoZoo' Lawsuit (Decrypt)
As crypto markets recover and investor confidence returns, attention is shifting to a select group of tokens that combine strong fundamentals, community momentum, and massive upside potential. While veterans like SHIBA INU and Solana continue to evolve and expand, one emerging token, MAGACOIN FINANCE , is quietly building a case as the most overlooked 100x altcoin of this cycle. SHIBA INU: A Meme Coin Reinventing Itself Through Utility Once dismissed as a purely speculative token, SHIBA INU has steadily transformed into a multi-functional ecosystem. With the launch of SHIB The Metaverse, AI integrations teased for mid-2025, and a fast-paced token burn campaign removing billions of tokens from circulation, SHIBA is actively expanding its utility base. Its fiercely loyal community, the “SHIB Army”, continues to support the project’s evolution, pushing SHIB toward a new identity beyond its meme coin origins. With increasing DeFi integration and smart contract developments on the horizon, SHIBA is cementing its place in the next phase of blockchain adoption. Solana: The Institutional-Grade Blockchain Powering Next-Gen Finance With its lightning-fast transaction speeds and near-zero fees, Solana remains a heavyweight in the Layer-1 space. Institutional interest is rising, bolstered by the launch of the REX-Osprey Solana + Staking ETF, a product offering traditional investors exposure to SOL with staking yields of around 7.3% annually. Solana is also at the center of financial innovation. Payment giants like Fiserv, Circle, and Paxos are building stablecoin solutions on Solana’s chain, including the soon-to-launch FIUSD. Meanwhile, Japan’s Minna no Bank is testing tokenized settlements on Solana, underlining its increasing role in global-scale finance. DeFi activity is growing, with TVL surging from $6B to $8.6B since April, pointing to broader adoption and ecosystem maturity. MAGACOIN FINANCE: A Decentralized Revolution in Layer-1 Blockchain Design MAGACOIN FINANCE is reshaping Layer-1 blockchain design with a truly decentralized, fair-launch model. Sixty percent of the token supply is allocated to presale participants, excluding VCs and institutional investors, to ensure community-first ownership. With zero taxes on buys and sells, MAGACOIN offers frictionless trading for both traders and long-term holders. A smart contract audit by Hashex underscores its commitment to security and transparency. MAGACOIN is a cultural and political statement within Web3, built on principles of freedom, fairness, and anti-establishment values. Its fast-growing community is driving visibility across platforms like Telegram, X, and DEXTools—echoing the early grassroots momentum seen in successful projects like Kaspa. Why MAGACOIN FINANCE May Be the Best Pick of 2025 While SHIBA INU and Solana bring scale and brand recognition, MAGACOIN FINANCE offers what few projects today can deliver . These are air tokenomics, security, ideological relevance, and extreme upside potential, all wrapped in a high-performance Layer-1 platform. With no venture capital interference, a 60% presale allocation, zero trading taxes, and a 3,400% ROI window, MAGACOIN is exactly the kind of token early-stage investors dream of discovering before it goes mainstream. Take Action Before the Presale Closes: Website: https://magacoinfinance.com Telegram: https://t.me/magacoinfinance X: https://x.com/magacoinfinance Continue Reading: SHIBA INU, Solana, and MAGACOIN FINANCE: 3 Coins Analysts Say Could Deliver 100x Returns in 2025
Cardano (ADA) has experienced a notable 7% price increase, driven by significant network upgrades and growing DeFi engagement. Market analysts attribute this rally to the successful implementation of the Hydra
Apple Inc. is under growing pressure to consider changing leadership as its artificial intelligence (AI) efforts lag behind rivals. Analysts at LightShed Partners have openly urged the company to replace CEO Tim Cook, warning that Apple risks falling behind in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Apple should “absolutely” replace CEO Tim Cook with a more forward-thinking new leader, one analyst told a news outlet Wednesday. “Apple now needs a product-focused CEO, not one centered on logistics,” wrote the analysts Walter Piecyk and Joe Galone. The call for changes is occurring in a period of transition. The company said Jeff Williams, Apple’s longtime chief operating officer , would leave the firm this month. Williams was widely considered to be in the running to succeed Cook, and his departure is thought to pave the way to a major shake-up in the brand’s leadership. Sabih Khan, who has been with Apple for 30 years, is the company veteran who will replace William. With Williams on his way out, the focus is already shifting on John Ternus (Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering), who may emerge as the top internal candidate to replace Cook. Ternus has been leading the development of Apple’s key products, such as the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. AI failures damage Apple’s market position Apple’s slow adoption of generative AI has not escaped investors’ notice or the wider tech ecosystem. Unlike Microsoft and Google, which have moved aggressively to push AI-based tools and alliances, Apple has made only slight past forays. But that silence is starting to come at a cost for the company. In 2025, Apple stock fell 16%, versus increases of 25% in shares of AI-forward companies including Meta Platforms Inc. and Microsoft Corp. And Apple’s stock market performance is a reflection of investors’ jitters that the company is failing to keep up in a sector that is already revolutionizing industries from software to hardware and beyond. Start-ups are wading in too, releasing hardware and software that is directly competitive with Apple’s once unassailable ecosystem. Consumers are also increasingly drawn to AI-enabled devices, which learn, predict, and adjust. At this rate, if Apple doesn’t have a good comeback ready soon, it’s going to see its market share and cultural influence start to wane. Apple revealed a handful of features called “Apple Intelligence” at its Worldwide Developers Conference in 2024. Still, analysts say the update was more evolutionary than revolutionary regarding AI features, which could not be said about what rivals offered. Cook’s legacy faces a new AI reality The performance of Tim Cook, as CEO, is nothing less than historic. Under Mr. Cook’s watch since 2011, Apple’s stock has risen more than 1,400 percent, far outpacing the broader S&P 500, which has climbed roughly 430 percent over the same period. During his tenure, Apple was the first company to reach a $3 trillion market capitalization and added new devices and services to its product lineup. Cook has also steered Apple through multiple international crises, including COVID-19 and global supply chain problems. He was able to keep the ship running and growing, which made him a trusted figure on Wall Street and in Silicon Valley. But for some analysts, that legacy alone doesn’t justify keeping things as they are. Piecyk and Galone acknowledged that Tim Cook was the right CEO when he took over and credited him for doing an exceptional job. However, they argued that the current era demands new leadership—someone who can drive the bold product innovation that originally made Apple a global leader. They noted that with Jeff Williams stepping down, the moment calls for more disruptive change, not less. The push for Cook to leave hasn’t reached the point where it’s a common demand of investors or among directors, and there’s no sign the CEO intends to abandon the ship himself. However, the note from LightShed is one of an increasing number chastising Apple’s direction in the era of accelerated progress in the field of AI. Cryptopolitan Academy: Want to grow your money in 2025? Learn how to do it with DeFi in our upcoming webclass. Save Your Spot