The Fed is expected to resume interest rate cuts, which have been paused since January, as soon as possible. However, despite the positive data, the Fed prefers to keep interest rates steady due to concerns about tariffs. At this point, the FED left interest rates unchanged in June. While the next interest rate cuts are expected to be made in July and September, the market expects the first interest rate cut of 2025 to be made in September. I Expect Two Interest Rate Cuts in 2025, The First in September! At this point, Minneapolis FED President Neel Kashkari announced that he expects two interest rate cuts in 2025. Kashkari said in an article published today that he expects two rate cuts in 2025, with the first likely to occur in September. Neel Kashkari, one of the most hawkish Fed members, noted that inflation had fallen, which would allow him to cut the policy rate twice starting in September. While the FED member mentioned the possibility of the first interest rate cut being made in September, he stated that the FED could pause the reduction policy if necessary if the tariffs have a negative impact. “I expect two interest rate cuts in 2025. At this point, the first cut could be in September. “But if the Fed cuts interest rates in September and the inflationary effects of the tariffs become apparent later, we may temporarily pause the rate cuts.” Finally, Kashkari said economic data so far suggest that the impact of tariffs on prices, activity or the labor market has been extremely modest, and inflation is making renewed progress toward the Fed's 2% target. Kashkari is known as one of the members of the FED who is hostile to Bitcoin (BTC) and cryptocurrencies. At this point, the FED member describes cryptocurrencies as worthless, fraudulent and ridiculous. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: One of the Most Hawkish FED Members, Neel Kashkari, Announced the Month in Which He Expects a Rate Cut!
Philippe Laffont—the billionaire behind Coatue Management—went and dropped Bitcoin into his “Fantastic 40,” his own shortlist of what he thinks will shine as top investments over the next five years. Laffont ranked Bitcoin alongside Amazon, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Meta, while leaving out Apple and Google. He says waking up at 3 a.m. wondering why he missed out drove him to rethink his stance. Based on reports from CNBC, he hasn’t bought any yet but thinks its market cap could jump past $5 trillion by 2030. That would put it in the same league as the biggest tech names. Billionaire Upbeat About Bitcoin According to his own research, the Coatue Management big boss sees Microsoft climbing to a $5.7 trillion valuation and Nvidia reaching $5.6 trillion in the next five years. He paints Bitcoin as a rival asset, forecasting it will more than double from roughly $2.1 trillion today. He says the world’s net worth of $450–500 trillion gives room for new winners. Equities sit near $120 trillion and gold above and under ground at about $20 trillion. His case rests on bigger acceptance and smoother swings in price. Bold Market Cap Forecasts Based on his figures, Bitcoin must average around 10–15% annual growth to hit $5 trillion by 2030. He sees volatility shrinking from daily moves of 5–7% to roughly half of that. That, he says, makes the crypto feel more like the Nasdaq. The tycoon points to de-dollarization as another tailwind. If global players shift away from the US dollar, Bitcoin could pick up more steam. Shaky Views From Others Not everyone is convinced. Eric Semler of Semler Scientific notes lots of hedge funds still doubt Bitcoin’s staying power. They worry momentum will vanish once the US President Donald Trump factor fades. Meanwhile, Bybit’s Shunyet Jan forecasts Bitcoin at $125,000 by the end of Q2 if current trends hold. Crypto analyst Scott Melker goes even further, predicting a surge to $250,000 by end-2025 thanks to more big investors jumping in. Semler’s Own Bet Semler Scientific already holds 4,450 BTC. The firm plans to build that to 10,000 by year-end. Its chairman says many peers aren’t ready to follow suit. They see Bitcoin as too tied to politics. That caution keeps some big wallets on the sidelines. What Could Go Wrong Regulatory moves remain the biggest wild card. Harsh rules could stall growth and scare off new buyers. Competition is rising too. Ether staking, Layer 2 networks and central bank digital currencies might chip away at Bitcoin’s crown. And a strong rebound in the US dollar or a broad stock sell-off could pull crypto down with it. Featured image from MrWallpaper, chart from TradingView
Ethereum (ETH-USD) might be the ignition key for a full-blown altcoin rally. After weeks of sideways action, ETH is flashing serious technical sign...
Investors benefit from strategic dip buying amid market uncertainties. Global liquidity and M2 levels show significant growth, indicating potential market shifts. Continue Reading: Investors Reap Fruits from Past Dips: Global Liquidity Signals Bitcoin Bull The post Investors Reap Fruits from Past Dips: Global Liquidity Signals Bitcoin Bull appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .
Dubai, Dubai, June 27th, 2025, Chainwire Little Pepe , an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible Layer 2 token, recently completed its Stage 3 presale, raising over $2.33 million at a price of $0.0012. The project has now progressed to Stage 4 of its presale. As momentum builds, the token price is set to increase to $0.0014 in the upcoming Stage 5. Little Pepe aims to differentiate itself within the meme token sector by incorporating on-chain utility alongside community engagement. Built on a Layer 2 network prioritizing transaction speed and affordability, the project emphasizes functional use cases in addition to its meme-oriented branding. Different from traditional meme tokens that live and die on speculation, Little Pepe has created its own Ethereum-compatible Layer 2, providing users faster transactions and comparatively lower fees for a meme-based community that lives on microtransactions, NFT trading, gaming rewards, staking, and many more. The Remarkable Presale Journey The presale journey of Little Pepe has been tremendous and remarkable. In Stage 1, tokens were priced at $0.001, and the project raised $500,000 by selling 500 million tokens in just 72 hours. Stage 2 followed with a price of $0.0011, raising approximately $1.325 million through the sale of 1.167 billion tokens. Stage 3, priced at $0.0012, saw even greater momentum, raising over $2.3 million and selling over 2 billion tokens. Now, in Stage 4, the price has risen to $0.0013, with more than 2.25 billion tokens out of the allocated 3.75 billion already sold. So far, Little Pepe has raised a total of $2,536,433 that sparking strong interest among buyers to purchase before the price increases further to $0.0014 in Stage 5. This presale isn’t driven by hype alone—it’s fueled by solid tokenomics, a clear long-term vision, and a highly engaged community. Little Pepe has also launched a $777,000 giveaway campaign in conjunction with its ongoing presale. The giveaway is designed in a way that the top 10 participants will each receive $77k worth of LILPEPE tokens. The giveaway is made around a system where users can earn rewards by finishing tasks, referring friends, holding tokens, etc. Why Is It Winning Various elements are driving the presale and the project’s success, and some of the prime elements are: Low entry price Transparent Roadmap Layer 2 Efficiency Massive Community Engagement Cultural Relevance About Little Pepe Little Pepe isn’t just a fleeting meme; it is a Layer 2-backed ecosystem having a clear path to mass adoption. Having Stage 4 approaching its sellout and a price increase to $0.0014 in the next stage, investors have an opportunity to get in before the token lists on prominent exchanges. As the crypto market matures, meme coins that blend culture with infrastructure will be the ones that thrive. And Little Pepe is proving it’s ready to lead that movement, one meme at a time. For more information about Little Pepe, visit the links below: Website: https://littlepepe.com/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/littlepepetoken Telegram: https://t.me/littlepepetoken Contact James Stephen media@littlepepe.com
Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating around $107,000 as it takes a breather after reclaiming key levels during the week. The flagship cryptocurrency plunged below $100,000 on Sunday as market sentiment worsened. A ceasefire announcement saw markets recover, reclaim $100,000, and push towards $105,000 on Monday. Despite a pause in the rally, analysts remain optimistic about a push to $110,000. BTC is marginally down over the past 24 hours, trading around $107,000. Metaplanet Pushes Bitcoin Holdings Past $1.3 Billion After 1,234 BTC Purchase Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has purchased an additional 1,234 BTC worth $132 million, bringing its total Bitcoin holdings to 12,345 BTC , worth over $1.3 billion. The purchase is the firm’s third-largest Bitcoin buy to date, according to a disclosure released on Thursday. Metaplanet purchased Bitcoin at an average price of $108,129 per coin. However, the purchase date was not disclosed. Metaplanet aims to increase its Bitcoin holdings to 100,000 BTC by 2026. Metaplanet is just one of many publicly traded firms that have pivoted to Bitcoin, adding the asset to their balance sheet. According to data from Bitcoin Treasuries, over 140 publicly traded firms hold Bitcoin on their balance sheet, amassing $90 billion worth of Bitcoin. Michael Saylor’s Strategy accounts for two-thirds of this amount, holding over $64 billion worth of Bitcoin. The latest purchase makes Metaplanet the seventh-largest holder of Bitcoin. Indian Politician Calls For Bitcoin Reserve Pilot A spokesperson for India’s ruling party has urged the government to consider launching a Bitcoin reserve pilot, believing it to be a strategic step towards economic resilience. Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari stated in an article that the US strategic Bitcoin reserve and Bhutan’s state-led mining operations signal a shift towards crypto in global financial markets. The spokesperson said that India could create a sovereign Bitcoin strategy by leveraging its expanding renewable energy infrastructure. “This isn’t a reckless pivot. It’s a calculated step toward embracing digital assets.” However, India’s tax policy indicates uncertainty. Crypto in India is unregulated but heavily taxed, with the government imposing a hefty 30% flat rate tax on virtual digital assets. However, it has been slow to establish a regulatory framework for crypto. Under section 115BBH of India’s Income Tax Act, all profits acquired by selling crypto are taxed at 30%. While traders can deduct purchase costs, there are no provisions for other expenses and losses. A 1% TDS also applies to all crypto transactions. According to Bhandari, India must offer regulatory clarity, beginning with the sovereign Bitcoin reserve. He added that regulations could bring transparency and oversight to the emerging asset class, enabling innovation while protecting users. Bhandari concluded, “India stands at a pivotal juncture,” Bhandari wrote. “A measured Bitcoin strategy —perhaps a reserve pilot — could strengthen economic resilience and project modernity.” Bitcoin Treasury Corporation To Relist On Toronto Exchange Canadian Bitcoin lending company Bitcoin Treasury Corporation (BTCT) is set to resume trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) Venture Exchange. The company announced its common shares will trade under the ticker BTCT from Monday. The trading resumed after a brokered offering raising $92 million in gross proceeds. The company issued shares at 10 CA$ ($7.32) each. The financing was supported by a concurrent capital raise. BTCT also used a portion of the proceeds to purchase 292.8 BTC at $31.5 million. This is the company’s first major Bitcoin purchase since launching its Bitcoin accumulation and institutional lending strategy. The firm plans to use its Bitcoin reserves to offer clients liquidity solutions. It also plans to publish its initial Bitcoin share per figure after concluding its acquisition phase. Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $107,000 as its rally takes a breather around $107,000. The flagship cryptocurrency started the week with a substantial rally after President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. As a result, BTC reclaimed $105,000 and ended the day at $105,442. Analysts believe BTC is on the cusp of a bullish breakout and could potentially set a new all-time high. A potential catalyst is the decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY), with President Trump considering candidates to replace Jerome Powell as Fed Chair. Powell’s term ends in May 2026. The US Dollar Index has fallen 12% this year, with Morgan Stanley anticipating an additional 9% decline. Leading candidates include Scott Bessent, Kevin Hassett, and Kevin Warsh. President Trump has been highly critical of Powell, repeatedly urging the Fed Chair to cut interest rates. However, Powell reiterated the central bank’s wait-and-see stance. Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin agreed with Powell, stating, “There is little upside in heading too quickly in any one direction. Given the strength in today’s economy, we have time to track developments patiently and allow the visibility to improve.” Analysts believe a breakout is coming, with two major indicators supporting their argument. The daily chart shows that BTC has maintained its position above the 100-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA), which provided support since April. Additionally, Bitcoin has formed a bullish flag pattern consisting of a vertical line and a descending channel. Analysts also noted the formation of a bullish engulfing candlestick, reversing the weekend’s bearish price action. The pattern also ensured BTC maintained its position above $105,000, indicating a potential shift in market structure, adding weight to the flagship cryptocurrency’s ongoing recovery. However, despite the bullish setup, market sentiment is divided. BTC has recorded 19 instances of the bullish engulfing pattern meeting the defined confirmation criteria. Of these, 15 led to new local highs in the following days or weeks. More importantly, 19 instances occurred within a broader bull market context. The prevailing bull market structure indicates a statistically favorable environment for continuing the current price action, potentially pushing BTC to new highs. BTC registered a sharp drop on Tuesday, falling over 2%, slipping below the 20-day SMA and $105,000 to $104,519. It recovered on Wednesday, rising 0.35% to $104,884, but was back in the red on Thursday, registering a marginal decline and settling at $104,631. Selling pressure intensified on Friday as BTC fell 1.19%, slipping below the 50-day SMA and settling at $103,388. Sellers retained control on Saturday as the flagship cryptocurrency fell to an intraday low of $100,979 before settling at $102,180. BTC plunged to an intraday low of $98,385 on Sunday as market sentiment turned bearish. However, it rebounded from this level to reclaim $100,000 and settle at $100,982. Source: TradingView Bullish sentiment returned on Monday as the price surged over 4% to reclaim $105,000 and settle at $105,442. Buyers retained control on Tuesday as BTC crossed $106,000 on Tuesday and $107,000 on Wednesday to settle at $107,393. The price lost momentum on Thursday, dropping 0.39% to slip below $107,000 and settle at $106,970. BTC is marginally down during the ongoing session as buyers and sellers struggle to establish control. Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. It is not offered or intended to be used as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.
Ark Investment Management reported that BlackRock acquired Bitcoin valued at approximately $1.15 billion within the past week. This strategic purchase has elevated BlackRock’s total Bitcoin portfolio to an unprecedented $77.7
A provocative theory has emerged online following Judge Analisa Torres’s decision to deny Ripple and the SEC’s joint motion for an indicative ruling. In a post on X, Captain Redbeard (@Brett_Crypto_X) suggested that this ruling could set the stage for the U.S. government to acquire XRP’s escrow holdings. Redbeard suggested that the denial of this request may open a pathway for the government to secure XRP’s escrow, potentially adding the digital asset to the U.S. crypto stockpile Donald Trump announced in early March . Did Judge Torres just set the stage for the U.S. Government to buy out the $XRP escrow by denying Ripple’s indicative ruling? Goodbye XRP escrow… Hello U.S. Digital Asset Reserve? #XRP #Ripple #CryptoNews https://t.co/tsW95Yi3fj — Captain Redbeard (@Brett_Crypto_X) June 26, 2025 How the Theory Connects to the Ruling Redbeard’s post ties the ruling to the broader narrative around the government’s growing interest in blockchain-based reserves. The rejection of the indicative ruling leaves Ripple’s escrow untouched under the existing terms of the court’s final judgment. While the decision had nothing to do directly with escrow ownership, it leaves Ripple with fewer options to modify its legal obligations, including the injunction that prevents institutional sales. Experts have speculated for months on ways XRP could join Trump’s digital asset stockpile, and this development could theoretically make Ripple’s escrow more vulnerable to external negotiations, including the possibility of a government acquisition. His argument hinges on the assumption that the unresolved status of the escrow, combined with mounting regulatory pressures, may force Ripple into discussions it might not have otherwise entertained. The Digital Asset Reserve Context The U.S. Digital Asset Reserve proposal, announced by Donald Trump earlier this year, introduced the idea of the federal government holding blockchain-based assets as part of a new financial strategy. Although no XRP has been purchased under this plan, Redbeard suggests that the unresolved regulatory environment, combined with the court’s unwillingness to soften Ripple’s penalties, may indirectly align with such an acquisition strategy. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 The escrow in question represents almost 40 billion XRP locked under Ripple’s program to release a portion monthly. For years, it has served as a mechanism to manage supply and maintain price stability. Redbeard’s post speculates that securing this escrow would give the U.S. government a significant foothold in digital cross-border liquidity. Will Ripple Sell Its XRP to the Federal Government? While Redbeard’s post raised the question, the legal mechanics behind such a move are complex. Judge Torres’s ruling did not authorize any change to ownership or custody of Ripple’s escrow. However, she has left Ripple with no way to pursue XRP-related institutional dealings within the U.S. The escrow has long been a point of debate surrounding XRP’s tokenomics and Ripple’s broader strategy. Transferring it to a government would reshape XRP’s supply dynamics, governance influence, and future use in global payments. 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 Goodbye XRP Escrow: Judge Torres Just Set the Stage for U.S. to Hold XRP in Billions appeared first on Times Tabloid .
North Korea and Iran are among the states leveraging digital assets to bypass international sanctions, says the Financial Action Task Force.
Cosmos plays a significant role in DeFi’s growth with its unique network infrastructure. It allows for the creation of scalable, interoperable blockchains which can facilitate seamless asset transfer and integration across multiple chains. This leads to increased efficiency and liquidity within the DeFi space. Furthermore, the high scalability of the Cosmos network allows for a higher volume of transactions, thus addressing some of the congestion issues seen in many blockchains. A significant feature of the Cosmos network is its ecosystem coins. These are native tokens of projects built within the Cosmos network, each serving unique functions and contributing to the overall ecosystem. Some notable examples include Cosmos (ATOM), Band Protocol (BAND), Kava (KAVA), and Terra (LUNA). Each of these projects has distinct use-cases within the ecosystem, from providing oracle solutions to offering decentralized finance (DeFi) services. This list is sorted in no particular order KIRA ($KEX) Unit Price: $0.01647 Market Cap: $3.38M Volume (24H): $59.88K KIRA is a virtualization and consensus framework that enables anyone to deploy code that can be trusted without the need for smart contracts, application specific side-chains or operating any complex infrastructure. Building decentralized applications doesn’t have to be difficult and the settlement of Layer 2 application state doesn’t have to require any complex cryptographic operations. With KIRA we can start onboarding deterministic Web2 systems to power the new evolution of compossible Web3 far beyond what was ever possible before. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Feb 17, 2021 (4 years ago) at a price unit of $2.87 All-time low was recorded on Oct 07, 2023 (2 years ago) with a price unit of $0.004525 Kira is currently trading on Gate io. Kima Network ($KIMA) Unit Price: $0.06797 Market Cap: $2.21M Volume (24H): $448.3K Kima is a blockchain-based platform that addresses the growing need for seamless interoperability between Web3 ecosystems and traditional financial systems. The platform provides a universal financial infrastructure that enables smooth and secure transactions across various asset classes, including digital assets, fiat currencies, and securities. Kima’s core mission is to bridge the gap between decentralized finance and legacy financial institutions, making cross-ecosystem transactions, liquidity management, and asset transfers more efficient and secure. One of Kima’s key differentiators is its focus on eliminating the security risks commonly associated with smart contracts. Instead of relying on smart contracts, Kima uses a patent-pending design that avoids known attack vectors, offering a highly secure alternative for managing cross-system transactions. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Nov 27, 2024 (7 months ago) at a price unit of $1.10 All-time low was recorded on Apr 09, 2025 (3 months ago) with a price unit of $0.04644 Available on Multiple CEXs including: Mexc, Gate, HTX, Kucoin, Bitmart. Loom Network ($LOOM) Unit Price: $0.001582 Market Cap: $1.96M Volume (24H): $860.06K Loom Network is a platform as a service that allows Ethereum Solidity applications to be run through side chains. This means that the applications can have consensus mechanisms specific for their needs and potential threat model. Loom makes scaling decentralized applications faster and easier on the Ethereum network and uses the DPoS sidechains for scalability with DApps through the security of Ethereum mainnet. The LOOM token acts as a membership token that each member receives in order to get access to all of the apps that run on the Loom Network itself. This token functions on all of the DAppChains that run on the Loom Network and lets you transfer digital assets and data between Ethereum and Loom DAppChains. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on May 04, 2018 (7 years ago) at a price unit of $0.7745 All-time low was recorded on Jun 23, 2025 (4 days ago) with a price unit of $0.001328 Exchanges: Mexc, Gate, bingx, Bitmart Kava Lend ($HARD) Unit Price: $0.007301 Market Cap: $984.17K Volume (24H): $569.61K Kava Lend is a decentralized money market built on the Kava Platform that enables the lending and borrowing of cross-chain assets. Kava Lend supports supply-side deposits for BTC, XRP, BNB, BUSD, and USDX. The platform will allow overcollateralized borrowing for supported assets. The HARD token is the native governance token of Kava Lend. All HARD tokens distributed as rewards are locked by a smart contract. Users that claim HARD tokens with longer vesting schedules will receive more tokens. The exact options for token redemptions are subject to governance voting. Price Data: All-time high was recorded on Mar 17, 2021 (4 years ago) at a price unit of $3.00 All-time low was recorded on Jun 20, 2025 (7 days ago) with a price unit of $0.006762 Exchanges: MexC, Gate, Kucoin, Bingx, Bitmart Disclosure: This is not trading or investment advice. Always do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or investing in any services. Follow us on Twitter @nulltxnews to stay updated with the latest Crypto, NFT, AI, Cybersecurity, Distributed Computing, and Metaverse news !