Author: Oscar
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Crypto Funds Surge with $1.9B Inflows as Bitcoin and Ether Rebound
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Cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded a substantial $1.9 billion in inflows last week, pushing year-to-date (YTD) totals to a record $13.2 billion, according to a report by CoinShares. The data highlights growing investor confidence amid recent market volatility, driven largely by a rebound in Bitcoin and strengthening momentum in Ether. This marks the ninth consecutive…
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Ex-TON Exec Launches Affluent: A Telegram-Based DeFi Investment App
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A former executive from The Open Network (TON) Foundation, Justin Hyun, has co-launched Affluent, a new cryptocurrency investment app directly integrated into Telegram. The platform aims to simplify decentralised finance (DeFi) by combining traditional finance (TradFi) structures with blockchain-based systems to create an intuitive, one-click investing experience for users across all knowledge levels. Officially launched…
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Trump’s Crypto Empire: Power, Profits and Controversy
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Even before returning to the White House, Donald J. Trump had already begun carving out a powerful presence in the cryptocurrency world. His 2024 financial disclosures, released on Friday, reveal that crypto ventures have become one of the Trump family’s most lucrative income sources generating tens of millions in revenue and laying the groundwork for…
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Crypto IPOs Surge as Industry Matures
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The crypto industry, once marked by its scrappy origins and informal operations, is now stepping confidently onto the public stage. Crypto IPOs by firms are gaining momentum, driven by increased regulatory clarity and a more mature market ecosystem. “Crypto is no longer a nascent industry run from garages,” said Tracy Jin, Chief Operating Officer (COO)…
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Stripe Acquires Privy to Boost Embedded Crypto Wallet Services
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Payments giant Stripe has announced the acquisition of Privy, a New York-based crypto wallet infrastructure firm, in a move aimed at making digital asset onboarding easier and more accessible for developers and mainstream businesses. The acquisition, whose financial details remain undisclosed, is expected to close in the coming weeks. This strategic move builds upon Stripe’s…
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Bitcoin Rallies on US-China Trade Deal Hopes
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Bitcoin has surged close to a new record, driven by optimism surrounding the United States and China finalizing their long-awaited trade agreement. The cryptocurrency market is riding on the prospect of reduced global economic uncertainty as the two economic superpowers iron out their trade differences. US-China Trade Deal Sparks Market Optimism On Wednesday, former US…
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Sandeep Nailwal Takes Charge as CEO of Polygon Foundation
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Polygon Foundation co-founder and key contributor, Sandeep Nailwal, has officially assumed the role of CEO of the Polygon Foundation, marking a major shift in the leadership and strategic direction of the Ethereum scaling protocol. Nailwal’s appointment signals a hands-on, aggressive approach to drive Polygon through its next chapter, what he describes as a “0-to-1” phase…
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VALR and MoonPay Join Forces to Expand Crypto Access Globally
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VALR, Africa’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, has partnered with MoonPay to significantly boost global access to digital assets. Officially launched on 28 May 2025, the integration enables seamless fiat-to-crypto payments in over 180 countries. This strategic collaboration merges VALR’s user base of 1.3 million individuals and 1,300+ corporate clients with MoonPay’s robust fiat on-ramp infrastructure, serving…
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Bitcoin Price Stalls Amid ETF Outflows and Neutral Market Sentiment
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Bitcoin’s price has entered a consolidation phase, trading at $105,550 on June 8, reflecting a 5% recovery from last week’s lows but remaining 5.75% below its annual peak. The market dynamics suggest a mix of profit-taking, declining sentiment, and strategic moves by investors and institutions. ETF Outflows Signal Market Uncertainty Recent data highlights consecutive weekly…
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XRP Targets $46: Bullish Momentum Builds Ahead of Potential July Breakout
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XRP, one of the most closely watched altcoins in the market, is capturing renewed attention as bullish analysts forecast an explosive price rally, potentially reaching $46 by July 2025. Trading at $2.21 at the time of writing, XRP has maintained a relatively stable trajectory over the past 24 hours, backed by a trading volume of…