Ark Invest, the investment firm run by Cathie Wood, has sold $43.8 million in Coinbase shares as part of its portfolio restructuring in crypto-related stocks. Ark Invest Sells $43.8 Million in Coinbase Shares The sale comes at a time when Coinbase's share price is trading near all-time highs. Three exchange-traded funds (ETFs) owned by Ark Invest sold a total of 124,892 Coinbase shares, according to the company’s trading report published on Monday, July 1: ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK): 77,956 shares ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW): 29,802 shares ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF): 17,134 shares Coinbase stock closed down 0.83% at $350.49 on Monday, but is up 42.12% in the past month and 41.16% year-to-date. The company’s stock closed at $375.07 on June 26, its highest daily close since its IPO in April 2021. Coinbase shares have been supported by positive developments in the sector, such as Circle’s IPO, while leading analytics and brokerage firm Bernstein raised its price target per share for the company to $510 from $310. Bernstein cited improved earnings expectations, new sources of growth, and an updated valuation model as justifications for the update. Ark Invest's latest sale is considered part of the company's active portfolio management strategy for crypto-focused stocks. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Cathie Wood's Investment Firm Ark Invest Continues to Sell Shares of This Cryptocurrency Exchange! Here Are the Details
The post Which Crypto will Boom in July 2025? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News As the crypto market enters July 2025, Arbitrum’s token ARB is emerging as a strong contender for a major breakout. The recent partnership with Robinhood has caught significant attention. Robinhood is integrating Arbitrum’s Layer-2 blockchain to enable 24/7 commission-free trading of tokenized U.S. stocks and ETFs for its European user base. This move enhances Ethereum’s scalability and Arbitrum’s visibility in traditional financial markets. Making it a notable bridge between DeFi and TradFi. So, to your queries such as “Which crypto will boom in July 2025?”, the answer could be “Arbitrum”. Join me as I take you through the short term ARB price analysis. On-Chain Metrics Show Signs of Reversal The latest on-chain data shows a dip followed by a slight uptick in Daily Active Addresses and network growth. Between June 19 and 20, both metrics declined significantly, reflecting short-term user fatigue or cooldown after previous rallies. However, the slight uptick in network growth suggests early traction possibly tied to the Robinhood announcement. With capital and users expected to flow in from Europe through Robinhood’s interface, on-chain metrics like wallet activity and transaction count could see an upward trend throughout July. This rebound could act as a leading indicator for both price recovery and ecosystem expansion. Is ARB Price Ready to Bounce? At the time of writing, ARB is trading at $0.3263, down 9.12% in 24 hours but still up 3.7% over the past week, indicating short-term volatility against a longer upward bias. The Bollinger Bands show that ARB is near the lower band, indicating it’s entering oversold territory. Meanwhile, the RSI has dropped to 43.35, suggesting there’s room for upward momentum. Trading volume dropped by 28.17%, which could imply temporary consolidation. However, with the market cap at $1.61 billion, ARB still holds substantial liquidity. A rebound above $0.35 could open the way to test the $0.37–$0.40 zone again, especially if Robinhood-driven activity boosts demand. Also read our Arbitrum (ARB) Price Prediction 2025, 2026-2030! FAQs Why is Arbitrum gaining attention in July 2025? Its partnership with Robinhood opens access to tokenized stocks for EU users, driving real-world utility. Is ARB a good buy now? Technicals suggest oversold levels, paired with strong fundamentals, a bounce looks likely. How can Robinhood impact Arbitrum adoption? By onboarding TradFi users to Web3 via ARB, it can drive new addresses and long-term activity.
Software engineer Vincent Van Code recently addressed a topic that he rarely comments on publicly: the price prediction for XRP. In his statement on X, he explained that while he typically avoids making price forecasts, the consistent demand for his opinion led him to share it openly. He stated that he believes XRP could reach a price between $30 and $50. He emphasized that this was purely his personal opinion and not an attempt to convince anyone. Van Code clarified that he does not claim to be a prophet or possess any special foresight, but that this range forms the basis of his personal investment thesis in XRP. He further admitted that the precise timeline for reaching this valuation remains uncertain. However, he considered the timing to be a secondary concern compared to the conviction he holds regarding the asset’s potential value. In his words, the uncertainty of “when” is simply a minor point in the broader context of his investment outlook. Van Code also encouraged others in the community to share their price opinions without fear of criticism. He expressed that having an opinion about the price of an asset should not be a source of embarrassment, regardless of whether others agree or disagree. His statement conveyed that investors often find reassurance in knowing that others share similar expectations or convictions regarding the future of their holdings. I usually don't predict XRP price but often get asked, so here it is FINALLY… Of course, like many, I hold XRP in hopes of price going up, so it would make sense to have an opinion. And my opinion is $30-$50. And this is no shill, I don't expect anyone to agree with me. I… — Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) June 30, 2025 XRP Community Members Respond with Their Views Following Vincent Van Code’s post, several users in the XRP community responded by sharing their price expectations. An X user named TXFBrecruiting expressed a higher valuation outlook than Van Code, stating that a price range of $50 to $100 for XRP seems obvious. He argued that the potential for XRP to capture 14% of the SWIFT financial messaging system, as mentioned by Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse , could push the price within this range. We are on X, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) June 15, 2025 TXFBrecruiting also suggested that further upside could be driven by factors such as the introduction of XRP-related ETFs , corporate reserves adopting XRP, and possible integrations with the DTCC (Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation), including participation in the global derivatives market. Another user, CryptoMaxi, offered a more reserved prediction. He revealed that he recently had a dream in which XRP reached $47, noting it was his first XRP-related dream in seven years. Despite this symbolic moment, he maintained that his actual price thesis places XRP’s potential high at around $21. Nathan Pennock contributed a significantly more optimistic view, stating his belief that XRP could reach $1,000 . He clarified that he does not know when this would occur, but suggested that Bitcoin’s dominance is declining. According to Pennock, as Bitcoin’s market presence diminishes, capital will flow into XRP, allowing it to regain what he describes as its rightful position in the digital asset landscape. He concluded by suggesting that when this happens, XRP’s price ceiling could become effectively limitless. Vincent Van Code’s tweet and the subsequent responses reflect a wide range of opinions regarding the potential future price of XRP. While Van Code’s prediction of $30 to $50 is grounded in his own investment rationale without asserting certainty, the broader XRP community displayed varying levels of optimism. 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 Software Engineer Says XRP Is Destined to Hit $30 or $50, Shares Opinion On Timeline appeared first on Times Tabloid .
Liberland, the self-declared micronation situated on disputed land between Croatia and Serbia, is preparing to hold its latest national election entirely on the blockchain. The vote is scheduled for Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 14:22 Central European Time. The 7-square-kilometer nation was founded in 2015 by its President, Czech politician Vít Jedlička. Per the country’s website, Liberland is a government based on libertarian principles, voluntary association, and blockchain technology. Citing the homestead principle and the Montevideo Convention of 1933, Vít Jedlička declared the land his own after planting a flag with his girlfriend and a friend. The politician had said he was not interested in holding office and recused himself from voting. Still, he was elected Liberland’s first president by a 2–0 vote, according to the New York Times . Liberland’s blockchain election system continues Liberland’s government uses a decentralized online platform where its citizens participate in national decisions, including elections, through blockchain-based platforms. It was the first country to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as its official currency before El Salvador , per records from the state. According to the nation’s laws, elections are held every 90 days. There have been two elections held in 2025, in January and April, with the next round concluding on July 3. As of July 1, just two days and a few hours remain before voting closes. During each cycle, eligible citizens cast their votes for congressional candidates by staking their digital holdings on the Liberland blockchain. Liberland law prohibits citizens receiving welfare benefits from taking part in the electoral process. The voting system enables voters to select multiple candidates, and an algorithm allocates voting power accordingly. If some candidates have sufficient support, voting weight is directed toward those who need additional votes to cross the election threshold. Votes are cast through the Liberland Blockchain Portal, where citizens can choose their preferred candidates listed on the platform. To vote or participate in governance, citizens must first register through the blockchain portal. According to Liberland’s website FAQs, congress is mandated to legislate and manage the national budget, though these responsibilities are currently shared with a provisional government. All laws passed by Congress must be confirmed through a public referendum. Meanwhile, budget decisions must pass through the Senate, which holds veto power over national expenditures. These bylaws create a model of direct and representative democracy enabled by the blockchain, purportedly similar to the system used in Polkadot’s OpenGov. Candidates and congressional roles This election cycle has several candidates from different industries, nationalities, and ideological backgrounds. The current Congress includes names seeking re-election. All candidates will hold a live debate session on Tuesday, at around 17:00 CET. One name the community is well familiar with is Justin Sun , the founder of the TRON blockchain network. Sun, an entrepreneur in the crypto business, a President Donald Trump ally, and a former Permanent Representative of Grenada to the World Trade Organization, was elected Liberland’s Prime Minister in October 2024. According to a Liberland press statement published in January, President Vít Jedlička nominated Speaker Sun to keep his position as PM. “ For those skeptical of the idea that reduced government expenditure could lead to social unrest, I point to Liberland as a living example of how this philosophy works in practice, our citizens live freely and thrive under this system ,” Sun said in an interview last year, when he added the title “His Excellency” to all his social media tags. Evan Luthra, another KOL in Web3 and startup ecosystems, also serves in Congress. The 24-year-old businessman and angel investor has backed over 300 technology ventures globally. Another congressional member is Dr. Tariq Abbasi, a recipient of the MBE and Deputy Lieutenant of Greater London. Dr. Abbasi has reportedly helped Liberland secure international meetings and represent the nation’s interests overseas. Other candidates include Michal Ptáčník, a constitutional lawyer who helped draft Liberland’s foundational legal documents, and Navid Saberin, a polyglot technologist in commerce, real estate, and software. Lastly, Dorian Štern Vukotić, one of the architects behind Liberland’s blockchain, is running for a third term at the policymaking seat. Vukotić has promised to reduce bureaucratic disorganization and increase Liberland’s government operations through reforms. KEY Difference Wire helps crypto brands break through and dominate headlines fast
Source: Depositphotos In the euphoric aftermath of any new blockchain’s launch, most founders unexpectedly find themselves hitting a wall, as deploying a chain (be it a standalone network or a protocol on an existing platform) is only the first step. The harder challenges often emerge after their launch, i.e. transforming a bare-bones network into a living product with real users, integrations, and sustainable activity. In fact, around 90% of blockchain projects initiated since 2017 have ultimately failed to gain any sort of traction and therefore have had to be abandoned. This sobering statistic reflects how frequently teams pour immense effort into launching, only to struggle with “what now?” once the network is running. The causes can range from technical hurdles to a lack of clear use-cases, but the outcome is the same because, without guidance and infrastructure, a newly launched chain can quickly become a ghost town rather than a thriving ecosystem. One major reason for this post-launch stagnation is the complexity of infrastructure and integrations. In this context, ‘infrastructure fatigue’ has emerged as a real phenomenon because post getting a basic chain or application live, teams often lose momentum wrestling with a myriad of technical additions such as assimilating oracles for price data, bridges for cross-chain asset transfers, identity modules for user management, analytic tools for monitoring activity. Furthermore, many teams routinely get hit with unexpected infrastructure costs or delays resulting in early users finding no explorer to view their transactions, no bridges to bring liquidity, and no real-world data feeding into smart contracts – in short, an empty ecosystem. Aurora’s No-Code Console to the Rescue For founders facing such post-launch dilemmas, Aurora Labs (known for its EVM-compatible network on NEAR Protocol) recently introduced the Aurora Cloud Console (ACC) Marketplace, a no-code, plug-and-play console designed to make launching and growing a blockchain dramatically easier. In essence, the ACC Marketplace allows a team to deploy a Virtual Chain (Aurora’s term for a customizable blockchain instance) rapidly, with an array of powerful features and integrations already built in. Rather than coding every component from scratch or negotiating separate integrations, founders can select from a catalog of ready-made infrastructure modules and have them pre-configured in just a few clicks. Additionally, the console incorporates tools spanning identity verification, payments, data oracles, computing, data indexing, and security services, all of which are key elements that a modern decentralized application or network might need. Through a simple dashboard interface, founders configure their chain’s settings and pick which integrations they want from the marketplace catalogue. When they hit “deploy,” Aurora Cloud spins up the new chain with all the selected services pre-wired and active (for example, price oracles feeding data in, an indexer tracking blockchain data, a cross-chain bridge connected, an identity provider in place, and so on). Each integration available has been reviewed and hardened for production use, so teams do not have to fear unvetted “spaghetti code” or unreliable third-party modules. Aurora Mainnet vs. Virtual Chains Founders considering Aurora’s ecosystem can choose from one of two main paths , i.e. they can either build on the existing Aurora Mainnet or launch the aforementioned Virtual Chain. Each path comes with its own post-launch scenario, with the Aurora Cloud Marketplace designed to support projects in both instances. For teams that deploy their dApps directly on Aurora’s mainnet (which is Aurora’s public EVM-compatible blockchain on NEAR), much of the baseline infrastructure is immediately available. The Aurora mainnet is a live, shared network and already has a bridge to Ethereum (the Rainbow Bridge), block explorers, and a growing community of users. A technical founding team might opt for this route to take advantage of the established network effects and not worry about running their own chain. That said, founders still need to plug in services like oracles for external data, identity and compliance modules for user onboarding, or analytics to track usage. Doing this one-by-one can be as daunting as on any other chain. This is where the Aurora Cloud Marketplace comes into play as a resource, serving as a one-stop directory of battle-tested integrations and partners that a project on Aurora can leverage. Even if a dApp is not launching its own chain, the marketplace’s offerings – from data feeds to payment rails – can be integrated into the application’s smart contracts or backend with guidance from Aurora’s ecosystem team. A technical team might discover, for example, that they can easily incorporate price oracles from DIA or API3 via Aurora, or add an identity layer from Billions Network for KYC, all with support readily accessible. On the other hand, for founders who choose to launch their own Virtual Chain through Aurora Cloud, the experience is even more streamlined as it offers a custom blockchain environment that inherits the security and validator infrastructure of NEAR Protocol, but is fully customizable and dedicated to the project’s needs. This path is attractive for those who want more control (such as having native chain token economics) without having to build a blockchain from scratch. The Aurora Cloud Console makes this path viable even for small teams or non-technical founders by handling the heavy infrastructure lifting. All the services in the Marketplace can be pre-installed from day one on the new chain. Typically, setting up things like an on/off-ramp for fiat might cost tens of thousands of dollars, or integrating with a centralized exchange could be a million-dollar endeavor, and deploying an oracle or a custom bridge can take significant time and money. Aurora flips this script and makes features (such as on-ramps, CEX connectivity, oracle feeds, cross-chain bridges, and more) available at launch. Because the Virtual Chain inherits NEAR’s validator set and Aurora’s infrastructure, the new chain instantly enjoys a high level of security and performance without the founder needing to recruit a single validator or run custom consensus. And thanks to Aurora’s cross-contract call technology, the Virtual Chain can communicate with Aurora mainnet and other virtual chains seamlessly, enabling interoperability without separate bridge development. Everyone deserves a chain.200 launched. 1,000 coming.And now, they’re launching with more than Aurora & @NEARProtocol They are launching with the best of Web3, already plugged in.Introducing the Aurora Cloud Console Marketplace 🛠️👇 pic.twitter.com/rP7Q6RKvxc — Aurora (@auroraisnear) June 4, 2025 From Launch to a Fully Functional Live Product In recent times there’s been growing interest in AI-native chains tailored to support AI agents, data marketplaces, or machine learning models. As a result, founders in this domain might worry about how to incorporate complex identity and data management tools into their blockchain. Through the Aurora Cloud Marketplace, they can launch an AI-oriented chain with specialized modules for these needs. Partners like Billions Network provide verifiable digital identity and zero-knowledge privacy solutions that can be crucial for AI applications that require trust and privacy. Additionally, the Marketplace includes data indexing and API services (such as The Graph or API3) that are invaluable for AI projects which depend on accessing and processing large datasets. Similarly, in the case of a startup bringing Real World Assets (RWA) or other traditional financial products onto the blockchain, Aurora’s marketplace offers robust oracle services to source real-time off-chain data about asset prices or interest rates from day one (thus greatly accelerating the timeline from a conceptual RWA product to a functional marketplace where real assets can be issued and traded with confidence). In short, by enabling a launch with comprehensive features and by continuing to support projects post-launch, Aurora significantly shortens the journey from a bold idea to a fully-fledged product. 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.
The first U.S. Solana staking ETF by REX-Osprey launches soon, sparking market interest. Continue Reading: First-Ever Solana ETF Debuts: How It Impacts the Market The post First-Ever Solana ETF Debuts: How It Impacts the Market appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .
Summary Coinbase's profitability surge is underpinned by secular crypto tailwinds and a shift to high-margin, recurring revenue streams beyond trading. Dominance in ETF custody, rapid Base adoption, and USDC/derivatives growth anchor predictable, diversified revenue, reducing reliance on volatile retail trading. Financials are robust: a fortress balance sheet, expanding margins, and recurring revenues now cover fixed costs regardless of crypto market cycles. Despite regulatory and competitive risks, COIN is undervalued; I project 73% upside over 12 months as durable cash flow flywheels accelerate. Introduction Coinbase Global's ( COIN ) break back into profitability in the March quarter arrived just as a constellation of secular growth catalysts finally aligned: Bitcoin pierced six figures, the U-S approved spot crypto ETFs , and Congress moved the first comprehensive stable-coin bill out of committee. Against that backdrop, the exchange delivered $2.0 billion in revenue , $66 million in net income and a muscular $930 million of adjusted EBITDA, its best operating print since 2021. The share price responded by vaulting 106% year-to-date , the single best return in the S&P 500 through the second quarter. Yet, a closer read of the numbers suggests the rally has only started: the company is no longer merely a cyclical trading venue but is fast becoming the default operating system for on-chain finance. Visual from Coinbase's investor hub summarizing its multi-product crypto platform (Coinbase) Thesis Coinbase is methodically layering high-margin, recurring businesses on top of its core spot exchange. Custody now safeguards 81% of the $140 billion parked in U-S crypto ETFs, while Base (its Ethereum Layer-2) already sits near the top of L2 throughput tables and underpins a USDC payment rail that Shopify is rolling out to millions of merchants. USDC reserve interest and a 6 200% year-to-date surge in international derivatives volume are broadening the revenue mix. With the SEC lawsuit dismissed and legislative momentum turning constructive, Coinbase is positioned to monetize every major growth vector in digital assets. The flywheels are spinning together: more on-chain activity feeds Base, which deepens custody relationships, which in turn channels institutional flow back to the exchange. Custody Dominance Anchors Institutional Trust Institutional managers embraced Coinbase as the backbone of their ETF plumbing as soon as the first spot Bitcoin and Ether products launched. By mid-2025 those funds held roughly $140 billion in assets, and Coinbase's custody arm controlled 81% of that trove, dwarfing the next closest competitor. This concentration of trust has practical consequences: incremental ETF inflows translate almost directly into predictable fee revenue, insulating earnings from the volatility of retail trading. The custody franchise also creates formidable switching costs; an issuer who has already completed operational due diligence, SOC2 audits and wallet integrations is unlikely to migrate assets elsewhere. The balance-sheet impact is equally powerful. Average assets under custody climbed to $212 billion in Q1, up $25 billion sequentially. While pure custody fees are now reported inside "Other subscription and services," those fees flow with negligible expense drag, lifting consolidated gross margin above 80% for that revenue bucket. Because custodial users tend to adopt Prime brokerage and derivatives products, the custody moat is seeding future cross-sell opportunities that should continue to widen Coinbase's lifetime value per institutional client. Portfolio overview inside Coinbase Custody showing vault balances (Coinbase) Base Turns Coinbase Into an On-Chain Tollbooth Launched only last year, Base has leap-frogged older rollups to capture the lion's share of L2 activity fees in 2025 (roughly 67% according to Messari). Daily transactions spiked past 9 million, a record for any Ethereum scaler to date. Crucially, Base is not just a throughput story; it is the substrate for Coinbase's push into payments and commerce. That strategy crystallised in June when Shopify enabled merchants to accept USDC on Base directly through Shopify Payments, with no extra gateways or blockchain setup required. The integration drops settlement costs to roughly 0.1% and offers sub-second finality, an order-of-magnitude improvement over card rails. Coinbase captures fees every time a transaction hits the rollup, collects a share of the float on USDC held in wallets, and deepens the network effects of its developer stack. As more commerce moves on-chain, the company earns a structural "toll" that is uncorrelated with trading volumes. Coinbase research chart showing surging on-chain protocol usage over 2024-25 (Coinbase) Recurring Revenue Flywheels: USDC Yield and Derivatives Subscription and services revenue reached $698 million in Q1, 36% of net revenue and up 9% sequentially. The single biggest contributor was the interest Coinbase earns on USDC reserves. Under its revised agreement with Circle, the exchange keeps 100% of the interest on USDC that sits on its own platform and 50% of the residual reserve income on external balances. With circulating USDC topping $60 billion and Coinbase-controlled balances up 49% quarter-over-quarter to $12.3 billion, this annuity stream is scaling quickly even in a moderating rate environment. On the trading side, derivatives are the fastest-growing wedge. Coinbase International Exchange expanded perpetual listings from 15 to 106 within a year, driving a 6200% jump in average daily volume. Q1 global derivatives turnover hit $804 billion, compared with $393 billion of spot volume. Derivatives carry structurally lower unit economics than spot but are far less volatile, and management's decision to sacrifice fee rate through maker rebates is a rational land-grab that will pay dividends once incentives normalize. The pending $2.9 billion purchase of options powerhouse Deribit promises to add yet another high-margin leg to this wheel. Financials Revenue of $2.034 billion fell 10% sequentially but remains up 25% from the year-earlier quarter. Transaction revenue accounted for $1.262 billion and subscriptions $698 million, the latter delivering an 86% gross margin. Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 47% versus 43% in Q4 as operating expenses were held flat on a constant-currency basis. The balance sheet is fortress-like: $9.9 billion of USD resources plus $1.3 billion of investment crypto assets give Coinbase $11.8 billion in total liquidity. Net cash stands at roughly $5.8 billion after backing out the $4.1 billion of senior notes, implying ample capacity to fund the Deribit acquisition without equity dilution. Free cash flow was positive for the fourth consecutive quarter and exceeded GAAP net income by a factor of six, reflecting heavy non-cash charges and working-capital inflows tied to USDC growth. Management's Q2 guide calls for subscription revenue of $600-$680 million and OPEX of $700-$750 million, implying another profitable quarter even if spot volumes retrace to April's run-rate. The key takeaway is that the firm no longer needs bull-market trading activity to cover its fixed cost base; recurring lines already shoulder that burden. Coinbase Quarterly Financials (Coinbase) Risks Regulatory overhang has abated but not disappeared. While the SEC lawsuit's dismissal removes an existential threat, stable-coin and staking rules remain in flux and could constrain two of Coinbase's fastest-growing businesses. Political winds can shift after the U-S election, and any reversal of the draft stable-coin framework could pressure USDC economics. Competition is intensifying. Binance regained partial access to U-S users through a partnership with MoonPay, and traditional exchanges such as CME are preparing to list their own crypto perpetuals. Fee compression is inevitable as these incumbents chase volume with maker rebates similar to Coinbase's. Finally, crypto markets remain cyclical; a prolonged risk-off spell would still dent spot and derivative volumes, testing management's discipline on expense growth. Conclusion At $369 a share, Coinbase commands a market capitalization of roughly $90 billion and an enterprise value of $84 billion. Using the trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA of $4.28 billion, the stock trades at 20× EV/EBITDA, 61× forward earnings and 13.9× sales. Robinhood commands 56× forward earnings and an even richer 23× sales multiple, despite far lower margins and no custody franchise. CME Group, by contrast, trades at 25× forward earnings and 15.7× sales but delivers mid-30% EBITDA margins versus Coinbase's mid-40s. On a growth-adjusted basis, the crypto exchange is cheaper: consensus models call for 45% compound EPS growth through 2027, placing Coinbase's PEG near 1.3 versus Robinhood's unquantifiable multiple and CME's 2.4. The market is still valuing Coinbase mostly as a high-beta proxy for Bitcoin. That overlooks a maturing business that now collects predictable rent from custody, stable-coin float, expanding derivatives complex and the Base application economy. As those flywheels accelerate, EBITDA should compound faster than reported revenue, compressing today's 20× multiple into the low-teens by 2027 even without heroic top-line assumptions. My twelve-month base case assigns a 25× forward EBITDA multiple to a conservatively modeled $6.0 billion of 2026 EBITDA, yielding a $150 billion enterprise value and a $640 share price (73% upside from current levels). In short, the stock remains undervalued relative to the durability and diversity of its cash flows, and I remain firmly bullish.
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The crypto market is down today. 90 of the top 100 coins per market cap have dropped over the past 24 hours. Also, the cryptocurrency market capitalization has decreased by 3.2% to $3.41 trillion. The total crypto trading volume is at $90.9 billion. TLDR: The crypto market has recorded another decrease, with 90 of the top 100 coins down today; BTC and ETH fell less than 1% each to $106,974 and $2,460, respectively; The market is consolidating amid the general geopolitical calm, while institutions continue buying crypto; US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded 15 consecutive days of positive flows; BTC is now in a waiting game but is entering the historically weakest quarter without strong catalysts; Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Q3. Crypto Winners & Losers Of the top 10 coins per market cap, only three are green today, and only one of the three saw a significant increase. Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen 0.9% since this time yesterday to the price of $106,974. Moreover, it recorded the highest monthly close at $107,171 in June. Similarly, Ethereum (ETH) has decreased by 0.8% in that same period, changing hands at $2,460. Dogecon (DOGE) recorded the highest drop in this category. It dropped 1.7% to the price of $0.1629. XRP (XRP) increased the most. It’s up 1.6% to $2.22. Also, Solana (SOL) and Tron (TRX) appreciated by 0.5% and 0.4%, respectively. Additionally, ten of the top 100 coins saw their prices increase over the past day. Five of these saw increases over 1% and two are up more than 3%. Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Algorand (ALGO) appreciated by 5.1% and 3.8% to $523 and $0.1865, respectively. On the other hand, two coins recorded double-digit drops. Tokenize Xchange (TKX) is down 10.4% to $25.22, while SPX6900 (SPX) fell 10.3% to $1.17. While the prices are in their consolidation phase, institutions are still pushing forward. Robinhood expanded into the European market using Arbitrum , allowing users to trade tokenized US stocks and crypto futures with up to 3x leverage. Moreover, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy ) bought an additional 4,980 BTC, while Metaplanet added 1,005 BTC to their stash. Metaplanet has surpassed mining company Cleanspark in becoming the 5-largest corporate holder of $BTC after buying another 1,005 BTC for $108M. The firm now holds 13,350 BTC acquired for around $1.31 billion at around $97,832 per Bitcoin. The treasury is worth $1.45 billion. pic.twitter.com/ivdkctdvvA — Satoshi Club (@esatoshiclub) June 30, 2025 Also, major news came from South Korea, as it ended the 14-year ban on kimchi bonds , that is local institutions investing in foreign currency-denominated bonds issued for domestic use. Stablecoins are expected to see a significant benefit from this move. Speaking of which, two major neobanks, Kakao Bank and Toss Bank , are set to expand their range of crypto and stablecoin-related operations . ‘BTC Entering Historically Weakest Quarter Without Strong Catalysts’ Bitcoin recorded the highest monthly close at $107,171 in June. James Toledano, Chief Operating Officer at Unity Wallet, commented that this record monthly close and the 30% Q2 gain “highlight remarkable resilience amid macro uncertainty.” He argues that the coin holding above $104,000 “signals institutional confidence and strengthens its role as a maturing store of value — something Bitcoin maximalists have known for some time.” Bitcoin records highest monthly close at $107,171 in June Bitcoin $BTC closed June at $107,171, marking its highest monthly closing price on record, according to a chart from TradingView. — CoinNess Global (@CoinnessGL) July 1, 2025 Strong second-quarter closes typically set the tone for bull cycles, Toledano adds. This reflects a shift from long-term holders to institutional or short-term hands, not exhaustion, he notes. However, “on-chain data flags concerns: a ‘critical demand deficit’ and negative apparent demand suggest that buyer appetite may not be keeping pace with supply.” Also, rate cut expectations, political tensions, and a declining apparent demand signal short-term caution. Nonetheless, the team is “quietly optimistic about momentum into Q3. If BTC sustains levels above $104,000, the psychological and technical breakout could attract sidelined capital — and there is good reason to believe that there is an abundance given the recent flight from U.S. equities.” Meanwhile, analysts at the Bitfinex exchange argue that the coin is entering the historically weakest quarter without strong catalysts. “For now, Bitcoin is in a waiting game. Structural positioning remains intact, and there’s no major breakdown risk as long as $94-99,000 holds. But for new all-time highs to be reclaimed, a catalyst, either in the form of macro relief, strong ETF flow momentum, or a breakout in global liquidity, will be necessary.” Moreover, Q3 has been the weakest quarter for Bitcoin historically, the analysts say. Average volatility is subdued here as well, “adding to our bias of range-bound price action continuing for longer.” Additionally, the market environment is “highly reactive,” “conviction is fragile, and volatility is amplified by leverage.” That said, open interest is now rebalanced, and the derivatives landscape is cleaner, they add. This sets “the stage for more structurally driven positioning going forward. However, as new positioning enters the market, we expect deviations above and below the $100-110,000 range, albeit we expect these to be short-lived in the near term as we approach the end of Q2. The Q2 close is particularly important because there is usually a significant seasonality change in market conditions between Q2 and Q3,” the analysts conclude. Crypto is Down: Levels & Events to Watch Next At the time of writing, BTC trades at $106,974. At one point, it fell from the intraday high of $107,938 to the daily low of $106,831. The coin made an attempt to surpass the $108,000 level yet again, but failed at that point. After it manages to break and hold that level, its next target will be $108,980, before it moves to breaking the all-time high. The support level currently stands at $106,450. Bitcoin Price Chart. Source: TradingView At the same time, Ethereum is currently trading at $2,460. It surged from its intraday low of $2,443 to the daily high of $2,518, before retreating to the current price. The coin also increased 1.2% over the past week. Additionally, the crypto market sentiment continues moving within a narrow range in neutral territory: between 47 and 52 over the past few days. The Fear and Greed Index stands at 50 today . This indicates persistent cautiousness in the market. Investors are awaiting further signals to react. Source: CoinMarketCap Furthermore, on 30 June, US BTC spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded the 15 th consecutive day of positive flows, adding $102.14 million . Only BlackRock and Ark & 21 Shares saw flows: the former took in $112.32 million, while the latter lost $10.18 million. At the same time, US ETH ETFs also recorded inflows of $31.76 million . Fidelity saw positive flows of $25.7 million, while BlackRock saw $6.07 million in the same period. Also, Bloomberg ETF analysts Eric Balchunas and James Seyffart raised their expectations for US approval of spot exchange-traded funds tracking Solana , Litecoin , and XRP to 95%. In April, Balchunas revealed that more than 70 crypto ETFs were awaiting review by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Trying to figure out what could go into an SEC framework aside from CFTC approved futures we looked at a few potential data points. The entire note and our midyear outlook can be seen at this link for Bloomberg Terminal clients: https://t.co/7C0bO3oEI3 pic.twitter.com/Y9CcCdNAGF — James Seyffart (@JSeyff) June 30, 2025 Meanwhile, USDC issuer Circle filed an application to become a national trust bank in the United States, following a public listing that valued the company at nearly $18 billion. This would allow it to directly manage USDC reserves. Quick FAQ Why did crypto move against stocks today? The crypto market has decreased over the past 24 hours, while the US stock market went up by the Monday closing time. For example, the S&P 500 went up by 0.52%, the Nasdaq-100 increased by 0.64%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 0.63%. The stocks reacted to a quieter geopolitical scene, a possibility of trade agreements that would lead to lower tariffs, and optimism that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates this year. Is this dip sustainable? The market is in its consolidation phase. Additional decreases are possible, especially when pulled down by macro factors, but analysts expect to see prices rise further in the coming months. The post Why Is Crypto Down Today? – July 1, 2025 appeared first on Cryptonews .