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Between revolutionary announcements, technological advancements, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovation and a field of regulatory and economic battles. Here is a summary of the most notable news from the past week around Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.
Assassination Attempt on Trump: Bitcoin Soars
Last Saturday, an assassination attempt against Donald Trump during a rally in Pennsylvania shook the political and financial scene. The shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, was neutralized after injuring Trump in the ear. This attack triggered an immediate reaction in the crypto markets, with Bitcoin’s price climbing 5.5% to reach $62,450. Trump, known for his support of the crypto industry, contrasts sharply with his opponent Joe Biden, which has boosted investors’ confidence in a potential pro-crypto administration. The rise in Bitcoin was followed by other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Solana, driven by the public support of influential figures like Elon Musk.
XRP Reaches a New Milestone Toward Institutional Recognition
Ripple has reached a crucial milestone in integrating XRP into the institutional market with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange’s (CME) announcement to launch real-time price indices for the crypto. This initiative, supported by Brad Garlinghouse, Ripple’s CEO, marks a significant advancement for XRP and offers institutional investors reliable and accurate price benchmarks. The launch of these indices by CME, in partnership with CF Benchmarks, includes continuous updates based on activities from major trading platforms like Coinbase and Kraken. This could pave the way for future developments such as an XRP-based ETF, further strengthening its position in the traditional financial market.
Bitcoin Joins French Pension Savings Plans
Bitcoin makes a notable entry into French Pension Savings Plans (PER) through an innovative partnership between VanEck Europe and Inter Invest. This partnership introduces a Bitcoin ETN, allowing French savers to diversify their portfolios with the leading crypto. This ETN, backed by real bitcoins and held by a regulated custodian, ensures secure and controlled exposure to this emerging asset class. Jean-Baptiste de Pascal, Deputy General Manager of Inter Invest, emphasizes that this initiative is part of a strategy to democratize innovative financial assets. Martijn Rozemuller, CEO of VanEck Europe, adds that while Bitcoin is currently volatile, it represents a long-term innovative asset. This integration of Bitcoin into PER opens new opportunities for savers while modernizing the retirement savings sector in France and meeting the expectations of investors seeking diversification.
USDT Surpasses Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana in Transaction Volume
Tether (USDT) recently reached a daily transaction volume exceeding $55 billion, surpassing Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USD Coin (USDC), and Solana (SOL) combined. This performance highlights the growing role of stablecoins in the crypto ecosystem, particularly during periods of high volatility. The increased demand for more stable assets like USDT, coupled with its growing use in trading transactions, explains this trend. The increased liquidity provided by USDT strengthens investor confidence and stabilizes exchanges. The prospects for USDT and stablecoins, in general, are promising but depend on regulatory developments and market adoption.
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Graduated from Sciences Po Toulouse and holder of a blockchain consultant certification issued by Alyra, I joined the Cointribune adventure in 2019. Convinced of the potential of blockchain to transform many sectors of the economy, I committed to raising awareness and informing the general public about this ever-evolving ecosystem. My goal is to enable everyone to better understand blockchain and seize the opportunities it offers. Every day, I strive to provide an objective analysis of the news, decipher market trends, relay the latest technological innovations, and put the economic and societal issues of this ongoing revolution into perspective.
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