Author: Issac Lane
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Bo Hines Appointed CEO for Tether’s New Dollar-Backed Stablecoin
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Tether has unveiled plans for a new US-regulated, dollar-backed stablecoin with former White House crypto adviser Bo Hines taking charge as chief executive of the project. The move underscores Tether’s ambition to strengthen its position in the regulated stablecoin market while aligning with new US policy frameworks. Bo Hines Steps Into Leadership Role Bo Hines,…
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XRP Price Breakout Fuels Talk of $4.50 Target as Institutional Demand Grows
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XRP has climbed past the $3 mark, sparking renewed optimism among traders and analysts who believe the cryptocurrency could be on course for a rally toward $4.50. Strengthening institutional inflows, rising derivatives activity, and positive technical signals are reinforcing expectations of further upside momentum. Institutional Inflows Boost Investor Confidence Institutional demand for XRP remains steady,…
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2025’s Top 5 DEXs: Where Crypto Traders Are Moving Now
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As decentralized finance (DeFi) gains momentum, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) continue to drive innovation in trading. Among the standout platforms this year are Hyperliquid, Orca, dYdX, VOOI, and Lighter—each offering unique advantages in liquidity, speed, user experience, and cross-chain access. Hyperliquid: Hyperliquid has emerged as the undisputed leader in decentralized perpetual futures: Orca: A perennial favorite…
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Can XRP Continue to Outperform Bitcoin in the Current Bull Cycle?
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XRP has outpaced Bitcoin by nearly 300 percent since Donald Trump’s re-election victory in November, with the token gaining fresh momentum from Ripple’s settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and speculation over a spot exchange-traded fund. The rally has reignited debate on whether XRP can sustain its lead over Bitcoin or if…
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Michael Saylor’s Strategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings with $217 Million Acquisition
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Strategy Adds Nearly 2,000 Bitcoin Michael Saylor’s Strategy, the world’s largest holder of Bitcoin, has added 1,955 BTC to its portfolio between 2 and 7 September, according to a US Securities and Exchange Commission filing. The acquisition, valued at $217.4 million, was made at an average price of $111,196 per coin as the cryptocurrency briefly…
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XRP Bull Flag Pattern Signals Possible $5 Rally as ETF Approval Nears
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XRP has printed a classic bull flag pattern on the daily chart, raising hopes of a major rally as investors await key decisions on spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Analysts say a breakout above resistance levels could push the token to $5, while optimism grows over regulatory approval in the United States. Technical Setup Targets $5…
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Avalanche Blockchain Sees Transaction Surge Driven by DEXs, Bots and Whale Traders
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Avalanche has recorded a significant spike in blockchain activity, fuelled by decentralised trading, automated bots and renewed whale interest in speculative memecoins. Analysts suggest that the smart contract platform is gaining traction among both retail and institutional users, though government adoption claims remain uncertain. Avalanche Outpaces Rivals in Transaction Growth According to data from blockchain…
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Bitcoin Struggles at $110,000 as Market Signals Remain Fragile
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Bitcoin briefly reclaimed the $110,000 mark on Tuesday, but analysts warned the market structure remains weak, with traders showing reluctance to take on fresh risks. Market Recovery Meets Caution Bitcoin rose 2.4% in the past 24 hours to reach $110,495, bouncing from Monday’s low of $107,300. The rebound sparked optimism that a local bottom had…
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Venus Protocol User Loses $13.5 Million in Phishing Attack
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A trader on decentralised finance (DeFi) platform Venus Protocol has suffered a $13.5 million loss after falling victim to a phishing scam, according to blockchain security firm PeckShield. The incident prompted Venus Protocol to temporarily pause its platform while security checks were carried out, though the project confirmed the loss was not linked to flaws…
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Bitcoin Slumps as Gold Nears Record Highs
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Bitcoin entered September on the back foot, with price weakness compounded by renewed strength in gold. The leading cryptocurrency slipped to multi-week lows, fuelling debate over whether a deeper correction lies ahead. Traders Eye $100,000 Support Bitcoin briefly dropped to $107,270 at the weekly open before rebounding towards $110,000 in typically volatile holiday trading. The…