In a landmark announcement on May 28, a crypto advisor to Pakistan revealed that the government is planning to launch a strategic Bitcoin reserve. Pakistan’s move reflects the wider trend of nation-states embracing pro-crypto policies following the regulatory shift in Washington, DC under the President Donald Trump administration. Pakistan Follows The US In Embracing Bitcoin Speaking at the Bitcoin 2025 in Las Vegas on Wednesday, Bilal Bin Saqib, the newly appointed special assistant to the prime minister on blockchain and cryptocurrency, said that Pakistan’s government is “setting up its own Bitcoin strategic reserve.” “Today is a very historic day. Today, I announce the Pakistani government is setting up its own government-led Bitcoin Strategic Reserve, and we want to thank the United States of America again because we were inspired by them,” the crypto-centric minister of state opined. In March 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order paving the way for the creation of a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve and a separate digital assets stockpile. Trump’s nascent plan for a Bitcoin reserve will — at least at first — be made up of the U.S. government’s BTC stash from criminal and civil forfeitures, estimated to hover around 198,000 coins. While the US leads in holdings, other countries like Bhutan , El Salvador , and North Korea are also quietly building their Bitcoin reserves. Similar to the US’s Bitcoin strategic reserve, Bin Saquib said that the Pakistani government would not sell its BTC. “This wallet, the national bitcoin wallet, is not for speculation or hype. We will be holding these bitcoins and we will never, ever sell them,” Bin Saqib postulated. From Crypto Ban To Bitcoin Mining Boom In addition to establishing a strategic reserve, Bin Saqiib disclosed that the Pakistan government has allocated 2,000 megawatts of excess electricity for Bitcoin mining and high-performance AI data centers. “We want to welcome all miners to come to Pakistan, all the infrastructure players to come to Pakistan and build with us,” Bin Saqib said. The announcement marks a sharp reversal from the government of Pakistan’s previous stance on cryptocurrencies, where it sought to ban all cryptocurrency services operating in the country and never legalize crypto trading. The government first contemplated the formation of a “National Crypto Council” in February 2025 to oversee the creation of a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies and to draw in foreign investment. The Pakistan Crypto Council in April tapped Binance co-founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao as a Strategic Advisor amid its push to accelerate its digital finance transformation.
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JPMorgan analysts explained that Ethereum’s (ETH) recent upgrades have had positive effects on its price and market cap but have not meaningfully increased on-chain activity. The report, led by Nikolaos Panigirtzoglou, managing director of JPMorgan, stated that the Pectra upgrade, which took place earlier this month, made Ethereum more attractive to institutional investors. Pectra brings together several Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs) that offer improvements such as increasing staking efficiency, increasing rewards, and faster deposits/withdrawals. The report noted that Ethereum’s adoption of security token standards such as ERC-3643 and ERC-1400 is also part of a strategy to increase institutional interest. These standards include regulatory compliance features such as know-your-customer (KYC) and anti-money laundering (AML) checks, making Ethereum more compatible with traditional financial infrastructure. For example, the support of institutions such as the Depository Trust and Clearing Corporation (DTCC), which plays a key role in the US securities clearing system, strengthens this strategy. Related News: BREAKING: FED Chair Jerome Powell Holds Surprise Meeting with US President Donald Trump! Here are the Details Analysts stated that this institutional orientation of Ethereum is similar to the interest of institutional and corporate investors increasing the interest in Bitcoin. It was stated that with this orientation of Ethereum, individual users are concentrated and it differentiates itself from rival platforms that stand out with memecoin activities. Ethereum’s CME futures positions also support this institutional transformation. According to JPMorgan’s institutional flow indicator, open interest and price action in CME ETH futures indicate that long positions from institutional investors are increasing. However, limited inflows into spot ETH ETFs suggest weak retail investor interest, especially when compared to the strong demand for spot Bitcoin ETFs following Donald Trump’s election victory. On the other hand, despite all these institutional steps, it was stated that there was no significant increase in Ethereum's on-chain basic metrics. While there was no significant increase in the number of daily transactions and active addresses, it was stated that although the total value locked (TVL) increased in terms of ETH, the growth in dollar terms remained limited. Finally, JPMorgan analysts pointed out that ETH transaction fees have decreased with the widespread use of Layer 2 solutions, and that there has also been an increase in the circulating supply of ETH since the Dencun upgrade, and that when combined with low transaction activity, Ethereum risks becoming inflationary again. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Critical Ethereum Report from JPMorgan: Can ETH Recover?
The SEC’s upcoming DeFi roundtable signals a bold pivot toward regulatory collaboration, unlocking high-stakes potential to reshape crypto policy and accelerate decentralized innovation nationwide. SEC Targets DeFi Policy Shakeup in New Roundtable—Industry Voices Invited The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced on May 28 that it will convene a roundtable titled “DeFi and the
Nvidia’s latest quarterly earnings didn’t just break records — they sent shockwaves through the crypto world, sparking a dramatic rally in AI-focused tokens like Fetch.ai (FET) and Render (RNDR). As Wall Street digested Nvidia’s Q1 2025 results — $16.7 billion in revenue, $6.2 billion in net income, and 30% year-over-year growth, crypto traders were already bidding up AI-linked coins, betting on a “second AI wave” that could reshape the digital asset landscape. The spillover was immediate. Fetch.ai’s FET token surged 45% and Render’s RNDR jumped 38% in the days following Nvidia’s report, as traders and algorithms alike drew a direct line between the chipmaker’s AI dominance and the future of decentralized AI infrastructure. This isn’t the first time Nvidia’s success has rippled into the crypto sector, but the scale and speed of this rally have left even seasoned market watchers surprised. “Nvidia’s record quarter is sending shockwaves through the AI crypto space! FET and RNDR are leading the charge. #Nvidia #AIcrypto #FET #RNDR” — @CryptoAnalyst, May 28, 2025 Charting the Correlation: Nvidia and AI Crypto Tokens The relationship between Nvidia’s earnings and AI crypto token prices is more than anecdotal. Historical data shows a strikingly high correlation: since early 2024, every major Nvidia earnings beat has been followed by double-digit gains in leading AI tokens. In Q1 2025, the correlation coefficient between Nvidia’s earnings growth and FET’s price change reached 0.95, while RNDR’s correlation was 0.94 — statistically significant links that traders can’t ignore. Quarter Nvidia Earnings Growth (%) FET Price Change (%) RNDR Price Change (%) Q1 2024 25 20 18 Q2 2024 20 15 12 Q3 2024 22 18 20 Q4 2024 28 35 30 Q1 2025 30 45 38 Why the tight link? Nvidia’s chips are the backbone of AI development, powering everything from data centers to decentralized AI protocols. When Nvidia signals booming demand, investors look for the next big thing in AI—and increasingly, that means blockchain projects building open, decentralized AI networks. “The second AI wave is here, powered by Nvidia’s earnings and crypto adoption. Watch FET and RNDR closely! #AIwave #NVDA #crypto” The “Second AI Wave”: What’s Different This Time? The first AI token rally in 2023 was driven by hype and speculation. This time, traders point to real adoption: Fetch.ai is rolling out new agent-based automation on-chain, while Render is onboarding major studios and AI startups to its decentralized GPU marketplace. The narrative has shifted from “what if” to “what’s next” and Nvidia’s results have thrown gasoline on the fire. Key Takeaways Nvidia’s record-breaking quarter has reignited the AI crypto narrative, with FET and RNDR at the center of a new rally. The historic correlation between Nvidia’s earnings and AI token prices is now impossible to ignore, and traders are increasingly treating these events as catalysts for the entire sector. As the “second AI wave” builds, all eyes are on the next chapter — on Wall Street, in Silicon Valley, and across the blockchain.
In a move shrouded in regulatory intrigue, eToro has stunned the crypto world by adding a dozen new coins, including DOGE and XRP — to its U.S. platform. This expansion, which follows a confidential settlement with the SEC in May 2025, is more than just a product update. It’s a calculated play in the escalating battle for U.S. crypto dominance, and it comes as eToro gears up for its long-anticipated IPO. The new lineup: DOGE, XRP, ADA, SOL, MATIC, LTC, BCH, LINK, UNI, AVAX, ATOM, and ALGO instantly broadens the choices for American retail traders. For months, U.S. users have watched from the sidelines as global eToro customers enjoyed access to these altcoins, many of which were delisted by other platforms due to regulatory uncertainty. The timing is no coincidence. eToro’s settlement with the SEC, while not fully disclosed, appears to have cleared the way for the broker to relist tokens previously considered regulatory gray areas. In its official statement, eToro said, “This move enhances altcoin access for US retail investors and reflects our commitment to compliance as we prepare for our IPO.” The message is clear: eToro is ready to play by the rules—and win. Crypto Twitter erupted with speculation and excitement. Wu Blockchain (@WuBlockchain) reported: “eToro US has added DOGE, XRP, ADA, and more after a settlement with the SEC. The platform now offers 20+ coins to US users.” — @WuBlockchain, May 28, 2025 @AltcoinDailyio echoed the sentiment: “DOGE and XRP are back on eToro US! More altcoin choices than ever. Is this the start of a new exchange war?” @AltcoinDailyio, May 28, 2025 Early trading data shows a surge in liquidity for the newly listed coins, with DOGE and XRP leading the pack. Analysts say this could siphon trading volume from Coinbase and Robinhood, both of which have been slow to re-list certain tokens amid their own regulatory battles. The competitive pressure is mounting: eToro’s bold move puts its rivals on notice, raising the stakes in the U.S. crypto brokerage wars. Industry experts are watching closely. “eToro’s timing is impeccable,” noted crypto analyst Ryan Selkis on X. “With an IPO ahead, they’re showing both regulators and Wall Street that they can innovate and comply at the same time.” The IPO angle cannot be ignored. By expanding its U.S. crypto roster, eToro is not just attracting new retail users—it’s signaling to prospective investors that it can grow market share while navigating regulatory minefields. The company’s IPO, expected later this year, is now backed by a stronger U.S. product offering and a proven ability to work with regulators. For American traders, the impact is immediate and positive. More coins mean more trading opportunities, greater liquidity, and a chance to diversify portfolios without switching platforms. For eToro, the hope is that this expansion will drive user growth and engagement, both of which are crucial metrics for a successful public listing.
The post Cardano Price Prediction: Indicators Suggest Steady Rise Throughout 2025, While These 3 Small-Caps Could Rise 20x by June’s End appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Technical indicators and fundamental factors both point to a sustained rise in Cardano’s price until 2025. ADA is now worth around $0.7480, which is an 8.23% gain over the previous month. By the end of 2025, it is expected to rise to about $2. The Plomin Hard Fork and other recent updates have made decentralized governance better and fit with Cardano’s objective of a community-driven project. The altcoin market is feeling better, and there is a chance that ETFs will be approved, which is good news for ADA. This suggests that the currency will keep going up throughout the year. Salamanca (DON) — A 25,000% surge The Salamanca cartel family from the TV shows Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul inspired the meme currency Salamanca (DON). DON is built on Binance Smart Chain (BSC) and wants to be a community-driven token that people want to trade and share. DON is now trading at approximately $0.001017. It has been moving quite quickly, particularly after it was listed on Gate.io and MEXC. Pancakeswap also helps with its liquidity. The token’s price shot up quickly lately, hitting an all-time high in only a few days. This made early backers a lot of money. With a market worth of over $1 million and a trading volume of more than 2 billion DON tokens in 24 hours, the community’s strength and social media presence—thanks to memes, anime culture, and Salamanca lore—have given DON a viral personality that makes it stand out from other meme currencies. The fact that people are looking forward to a Binance listing makes the token’s optimistic outlook even stronger, which might lead to more demand and liquidity. DON’s growth is impressive compared to other meme currencies since it is both culturally relevant and strategically placed on key exchanges. This moment makes it likely that DON will go up by more than 25,000% in the next 45 days, which would make it a small-cap with huge upside potential. Ponke Ponke is another small-cap coin with a lot of potential. It is now trading at around $0.1612, which is a 33.63% increase over the previous month. Market indications show that Ponke might reach $1 by the end of June 2025, which would be a rise of more than 500%. This prediction is backed up by more people in the community becoming interested and more trade happening on decentralized exchanges. Ponke’s surge is part of a larger trend in which niche tokens with active communities and smart exchange listings are quickly gaining popularity. This is similar to how assets in conventional markets may suddenly skyrocket when people become excited about them. Just a Chill Guy: Unstable but Full of Possibilities Just a Chill Guy is a small-cap coin that has gotten a lot of attention for its volatility and potential. It is now trading at approximately $0.08086 and has gone up an incredible 98.41% in the past month. Even though the price has gone up a lot recently, estimates say it might drop back around $0.09, which means the price may stabilize for a short time. But the token’s high community involvement and visibility on social media suggest that interest will continue, which might lead to further gains. Its path shows how tokens with real stories and user-generated content may work like viral marketing in entertainment franchises like Breaking Bad, where culture and storytelling drive engagement. Salamanca (DON) , Ponke, and Just a Chill Guy are three small-cap tokens that show how there are many other chances in the crypto industry outside big giants like Cardano. ADA delivers consistent, technology-driven development, while these smaller tokens use cultural resonance, community power, and savvy exchange listings to make their profits increase faster. Salamanca’s ties to the Breaking Bad world, together with its Binance Smart Chain basis and future listings, make it a great candidate for tremendous growth, maybe even more than several meme currencies in 2025. For more information, about Salamanca (DON) visit: Website: https://salamanca.club/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/salamanca_token Telegram: https://t.me/salamancatoken Gate.io listing – https://www.gate.io/zh/trade/DON_USDT
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A surge in investment interest is propelling Bitcoin’s Coinbase premium streak, signaling robust market confidence as technical indicators predict a potential rally. With falling inflows from both long-term and short-term