<h2>Stablecoin Giants Eye Federal Oversight as Regulatory Climate Shifts</h2>Circle and&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/xrp-xrp">Ripple</a> have filed applications for U.S. national banking licenses in a strategic push to tighten their grip on the regulated stablecoin market amid a friendlier regulatory posture under the Trump administration. The moves follow Circle’s high-profile IPO earlier this month and signal a notable shift as major crypto firms increasingly seek closer alignment with traditional banking rules and infrastructure.Circle Internet Group, issuer of&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/usd-coin-usdc">USDC</a> and now trading under the ticker CRCL,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/circle-applies-us-trust-bank-license-after-bumper-ipo-2025-06-30/">confirmed</a> it has applied for a national bank charter through the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). The license, if granted, would allow the company to act as a custodian for its own USDC reserves and hold crypto on behalf of institutional clients.&nbsp;However, it does not permit the firm to accept cash deposits or issue loans like a traditional bank. According to the company’s filing, the newly licensed entity would be named First National Digital Currency Bank, N.A. The move comes on the heels of Circle's IPO on June 5, which saw its shares soar 167% on the first trading day after pricing at $31—well above the indicated range. The offering was 25 times oversubscribed. Circle’s stock has since closed at $181.29, pushing its&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/market-capitalization">market capitalization</a> beyond $40 billion. USDC itself currently holds a&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/market-capitalization">market cap</a> of $61.5 billion, positioning it as a major player in the stablecoin space.Ripple has followed suit with its own&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wsj.com/finance/regulation/ripple-seeks-a-u-s-banking-license-adding-to-list-of-crypto-companies-e007afa4?gaa_at=eafs&amp;gaa_n=ASWzDAg_OpJZouMNqCIPmr-OlbXQzQPDerauMrA2c179h9D_67m_DL-K32w0Xjm78DE%3D&amp;gaa_ts=68656507&amp;gaa_sig=qShf0SmDlitXLagER7sL2mxnCdooueDZnjq8OiwZsDGcu5Lee8pTfhR6oL-nq6dqib9zHrgDZYV-55Nz64eyRg%3D%3D">OCC application</a>, aiming to place its recently launched stablecoin RLUSD under federal supervision. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse announced the application publicly, framing it as part of the firm’s long-standing commitment to compliance. If approved, Ripple would operate under both federal regulation and oversight from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), creating what Garlinghouse called a “unique benchmark” in stablecoin transparency. Ripple’s custody subsidiary, Standard Custody &amp; Trust Company, has also submitted an application for a Federal Reserve master account, which would allow the firm to hold RLUSD reserves directly with the U.S. central bank.These applications land as U.S. regulators, including the OCC, begin easing restrictions on crypto-related services for national banks. Earlier policy shifts have opened the door for federally chartered institutions to buy and sell digital assets on behalf of clients, creating new incentives for crypto-native firms to enter the regulated banking sphere.&nbsp;Analysts at Bernstein recently projected that Circle's USDC could emerge as the dominant regulated stablecoin under the GENIUS Act, arguing that the firm’s positioning grants it a “regulatory headstart” over peers. As Circle and Ripple await decisions on their applications, the outcome may serve as a bellwether for how integrated crypto-financial services will become within the U.S. banking system.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

Robot placing stablecoin in vault on pastel [custody] network

Robot placing stablecoin in vault on pastel [custody] network.webp

Circle and Ripple Pursue U.S. Bank Charters to Cement Stablecoin Legitimacy

<h2>Key Industry Leaders Join Hilbert’s Push to Scale Bitcoin-Based Tokenization</h2>Hilbert Group AB (Nasdaq: HILB B) has unveiled a new&nbsp;<a href="https://hilbert.group/en/correction-hilbert-group-taps-four-leading-blockchain-figures-to-syntetika-advisory-board/">strategic advisory board</a> for&nbsp;<a href="https://syntetika.io/">Syntetika</a>, its institutional-grade tokenization platform, signaling a deeper push into compliant digital asset infrastructure. The company aims to leverage the advisory group’s combined expertise in&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/decentralised-finance">DeFi</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/web3-companies-projects">Web3</a> scaling, and institutional finance to enhance the platform’s regulatory rigor and scalability. Syntetika will begin by tokenizing Hilbert Capital’s&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">Bitcoin</a>-denominated funds and tapping into over $10 billion in&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">BTC</a> flows currently active in DeFi protocols.<h3>1. Max Rabinovitch</h3>Max Rabinovitch, Chief Strategy Officer of&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/chiliz-chz">Chiliz</a> and Socios, brings his experience building the world’s largest fan token ecosystem. Under his guidance, Chiliz and Socios.com have enabled tokenized engagement for more than 70 global sports franchises, including FC Barcelona and Manchester City. Rabinovitch praised Hilbert’s focus on security and compliance, calling Syntetika “a perfect example” of institutional innovation done right.<h3>2. John Lilic</h3>Joining him is John Lilic, an early contributor to&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth">Ethereum</a> via ConsenSys and a key advisor to&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/polygon-ecosystem-token-pol">Polygon</a>. Lilic has also seeded major DeFi ventures such as Morpho Labs and incubated Nordark, a crypto-native banking infrastructure platform that Hilbert has the option to fully acquire. He highlighted Syntetika’s “discipline and vision,” positioning the platform as a standout in regulatory-first infrastructure for tokenized finance.<h3>3. Vladimir Maslyakov</h3>Another new advisor, Vladimir Maslyakov, is the co-founder and CTO of Blum, a Telegram-integrated hybrid crypto exchange that has rapidly grown to nearly 100 million users. Maslyakov emphasized Syntetika’s product roadmap and solid foundations as key factors behind his support for the project.<h3>4. Chirdeep Chhabra</h3>Chirdeep Chhabra, the final addition to the board, previously led tokenization efforts at Citigroup and co-founded Ocean Protocol, which recently joined forces with Fetch.ai and&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/singularitynet-agix">SingularityNET</a> to create the&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/fetch-ai-fet">Artificial Superintelligence Alliance</a> (ASI). Chhabra described Syntetika as the backbone for compliant structured products in DeFi, underscoring its long-term relevance to institutional-grade tokenization.Hilbert Group CEO Barnali Biswal said the board’s collective experience—from scaling platforms with massive user bases to building compliant token ecosystems—will be vital to Syntetika’s continued development. The platform also integrates Galactica’s zero-knowledge KYC (zkKYC) technology to meet enterprise-level compliance requirements while maintaining user privacy.Syntetika forms part of Hilbert Group’s broader effort to align algorithmic trading strategies, regulatory standards, and DeFi infrastructure. As the firm continues to expand its digital asset footprint, the new advisory board marks a decisive step in positioning Syntetika as a go-to platform for institutional investors navigating the tokenized economy.Syntetika is also launching a&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/whitelist">Whitelist</a> Campaign, opening sign-ups for early access to its dashboard and future Syntetika Playground quests. Interested participants can join&nbsp;<a href="https://syntetika.io/#whitelist">here</a>.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

Tokenized Bitcoin flows into Syntetika’s DeFi vault path.

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Hilbert Group Forms Strategic Advisory Board to Advance Syntetika’s Institutional DeFi Platform

<h2>Institutional Push Drives Hilbert Group Stock to New Highs</h2>Hilbert Group AB (NASDAQ: HILB B), majority owner of the crypto data platform COIN360, has announced a sweeping&nbsp;<a href="https://hilbert.group/en/hilbert-group-launches-strategic-crypto-treasury-program/">crypto treasury program</a> that places&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">Bitcoin</a> at the center of its reserves. The board of directors unanimously backed the new strategy, aiming to leverage rising institutional demand for digital assets while taking advantage of a noticeable lack of European public companies holding Bitcoin on their balance sheets.Shares of Hilbert Group surged 13.22% in a single day after the news broke, reflecting strong investor enthusiasm for the company’s latest strategic pivot. Over six months, Hilbert Group has posted a 165.50% rise, and year-to-date, the share price has climbed a remarkable 168.63%.<figure class="image"><img alt="Screenshot_2.png" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/Screenshot_2_211173c900.png"><figcaption>HILB B’s chart. Source: TradingView</figcaption></figure>The newly formed Treasury Committee, chaired by CIO Russell Thompson, will oversee the program. Hilbert is actively reviewing a range of competitive financing proposals from institutional partners. These deals, which provide considerable flexibility in both timing and scale, are designed to maximize liquidity while allowing for strategic market entries. Each tranche of investment will be disclosed as executed.Executives say the program isn’t just a passive Bitcoin allocation. Instead, Hilbert is building a transparent, actively managed reserve using its proprietary AI and quantitative models, with a real-time dashboard to give stakeholders visibility into holdings.&nbsp;CEO Barnali Biswal described the approach as a bridge between traditional equity investing and the digital asset economy, offering a regulated on-ramp for institutions seeking crypto exposure. CIO Russell Thompson added that the initiative is expected to generate significant alpha for both shareholders and the broader stakeholder community, underlining his optimism about Hilbert’s position as an active leader in the digital asset sector.Hilbert Group’s move sets a new standard for European crypto treasury management, signaling a shift that could prompt more public companies to integrate digital assets into their capital strategies.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-07-03/the-great-bitcoin-power-shift-has-whales-dumping-500-000-coins">Bloomberg</a> has reported that institutional investors—including ETFs, corporate treasuries, and asset managers—have acquired approximately 900,000&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">BTC</a> over the past year, reflecting the depth of institutional involvement in the market.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

Empty circle climbs Bitcoin staircase, green pastel, momentum

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Hilbert Group Unveils Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Amid Surging Stock Performance

<h2>Walled Garden Tokenization, Perpetual Crypto Futures, and Industry Pushback Define New Chapter</h2>Robinhood has triggered a fresh wave of competition across both crypto and traditional finance by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/30/robinhood-stock-openai-spacex-tokens.html">launching</a> over 200 tokenized U.S. equities for European customers, marking a decisive move to redefine how users interact with stocks, ETFs, and the broader crypto price index.&nbsp;Rolling out these assets on&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/arbitrum-arb">Arbitrum</a>’s blockchain at the end of June 2025, Robinhood brought major names like Tesla, Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft directly into its app—offering real dividend payouts and a familiar trading experience. The tokenized stock contracts cost Robinhood&nbsp;<a href="https://dune.com/queries/5373012">only $5</a> in total deployment fees, averaging just three cents per contract according to Arbscan data, which industry analysts view as a powerful demonstration of&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth">Ethereum</a> Layer-2 cost efficiency.<figure class="image"><img alt="Screenshot_11.png" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/Screenshot_11_89a26c2311.png"></figure>Yet Robinhood’s technical approach stands apart from the open ethos that usually characterizes&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/decentralised-finance">DeFi</a>. Each token transfer is restricted to an allow-list of approved wallets, preventing users from moving their tokenized stocks into external self-custody solutions such as&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/metamask">MetaMask</a>. This “walled garden” setup means Robinhood retains full control and ensures compliance but limits broader composability.&nbsp;As Electric Capital researcher Ren pointed out, “CeFi with distribution just outcompetes existing DeFi protocols” under this model. Despite similarities to tokenized equity services from&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/bybit">Bybit</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/exchange/kraken">Kraken</a>, and the Backed Finance xStocks program, Robinhood’s expansion is available strictly to non-U.S. residents—primarily in Europe—due to ongoing regulatory uncertainties in the United States. Dinari, another platform, recently claimed the first U.S. approval for tokenized shares and partnered with&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/exchange/table">Gemini</a> to extend similar offerings, reflecting the rapid evolution of this sector.The company’s ambitions reach well beyond tokenized stocks. Robinhood is developing its own Layer-2 blockchain, built on Arbitrum technology and engineered for “military-grade security” and mainstream adoption of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. CEO Vlad Tenev emphasized that instant settlement and advanced scalability are top priorities, aiming to bring the speed, efficiency, and transparency of blockchain to traditional finance products. The new chain is expected to&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/address">address</a> legacy settlement delays and high costs, making on-chain finance practical for global retail and institutional users.&nbsp;At the same time, Robinhood has rolled out&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/understanding-crypto-perpetual-futures">perpetual</a> crypto&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/futures-contracts">futures</a> with up to 3x leverage for eligible European customers, and expanded staking options for Ethereum and&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/solana-sol">Solana</a> across the U.S., EU, and EEA, providing more ways for users to participate in the coin&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/market-capitalization">market cap</a> ecosystem.These developments have resonated with investors: Robinhood’s stock surged more than 8%, hitting an all-time high of $90.49 following the announcement of its multi-faceted expansion. The company’s crypto price index and trading platform continue to gain ground in the EU, where a collaborative regulatory environment has allowed rapid rollout. CEO Tenev credited “regulators and policymakers” in Europe for enabling this new era, contrasting sharply with the risk-averse climate prevailing in the U.S.Controversy also accompanied Robinhood’s push into tokenized equities. OpenAI issued a&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/OpenAINewsroom/status/1940502391037874606">public warning</a> on July 3, 2025, after discovering that Robinhood was offering tokenized shares representing OpenAI’s private equity without authorization. The AI giant labeled the tokens “unauthorized and misleading,” making clear that it had not endorsed any such products and cautioning investors to be vigilant. This dispute highlights the complexities of intellectual property, brand use, and investor protection as crypto price index products increasingly blur the line between public and private assets on-chain.<figure class="image"><img alt="Screenshot_12.png" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/Screenshot_12_b21acda77c.png"></figure>In response to discussions surrounding OpenAI and SpaceX tokenization, Robinhood's CEO emphasized the importance of accessibility and innovation in the financial market. He highlighted that tokenization could democratize investment opportunities, allowing more individuals to participate in high-value assets. The CEO pointed out that Robinhood aims to leverage technology to improve user experience while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. He also noted the growing interest in blockchain technologies and their potential to transform traditional finance.Robinhood’s aggressive expansion comes amid intense competition from exchanges like Kraken, Bybit, and Gemini, all seeking to attract users through similar tokenized equity products outside the U.S. The company’s $200 million acquisition of&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/exchange/bitstamp">Bitstamp</a> last year bolstered its regulatory position, arming it with more than 50 global licenses and paving the way for future growth in the coin market cap sector.Industry reaction remains split. Some observers applaud Robinhood’s efficiency, compliance, and ability to drive mass adoption with its new crypto price offerings and all-in-one app, while others warn that the company’s closed ecosystem model risks undermining decentralization and self-custody—principles that have long defined the crypto sector.&nbsp;What is clear is that the period between June 30 and July 3, 2025, marks a critical inflection point: Robinhood is betting on an interconnected future where crypto price, coin market cap, and traditional equity assets converge on scalable, secure blockchains, with Europe emerging as the proving ground for this next phase of financial innovation.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

Robot trading tokenized stocks on floating coin market cap device

Robot trading tokenized stocks on floating coin market cap device.webp

Robinhood Announces Tokenized Equities and New Layer-2 Ambitions

<h2>Fiscal Expansion, Dollar Pressure, and Regulatory Conflicts Shape Bitcoin and Stablecoin Outlook</h2>Donald Trump’s $3.3 trillion fiscal package, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill,” has passed the U.S. Senate and is awaiting a final House vote, marking a pivotal moment for markets grappling with inflationary fears and swelling debt. The bill, projected to increase the national debt by over $3 trillion, has intensified concerns around fiat currency debasement and set off a fresh wave of pro-<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">Bitcoin</a> sentiment among leading investors and analysts.&nbsp;Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise Asset Management, said the bill&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thestreet.com/crypto/markets/trumps-new-bill-means-buy-bitcoin-now-says-bitwise-cio-">signals</a> a clear call to “buy Bitcoin now,” citing the federal government’s inability to rein in deficits as a growing risk. He noted that policymakers have shown no viable route to spending cuts, reinforcing the appeal of non-fiat assets like Bitcoin. Drawing from macro strategist Lynn Alden and echoing Ray Dalio’s long-held views, Hougan warned that “the easiest thing for politicians to do is to debase their currency to inflate away their debt.”Bitcoin, designed with a fixed 21 million coin supply, has once again emerged as a hedge against the erosion of purchasing power. Hougan emphasized that the dollar’s relative strength against other fiat currencies like the euro and yen conceals its broader weakness when measured against real assets such as Bitcoin, gold, and real estate. Foreign exchange markets tend to move in decade-long cycles, and he believes the U.S. is now entering an extended phase of dollar devaluation.&nbsp;Though another sharp annual decline in the dollar is unlikely, Hougan made clear that “the general direction is down,” underscoring why long-term investors are increasingly favoring crypto assets over traditional ones. From a short-term macro view, he conceded that government spending might bolster GDP temporarily, but warned that sustained deficit expansion justifies exposure to decentralized assets not tied to fiat. These dynamics have contributed to a stronger&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/">crypto price</a> index, despite volatility in broader markets.Meanwhile, Fed Chair Jerome Powell offered&nbsp;<a href="https://decrypt.co/328069/fed-chair-powell-says-trump-policies-blame-lack-rate-cuts">sharp criticism</a> of Trump’s fiscal and trade strategies during a European Central Bank forum, pointing to the administration’s tariff unpredictability as a primary reason for delaying interest rate cuts in 2025. Powell confirmed he would have considered easing policy earlier if not for the inflationary risks stemming from Trump’s economic agenda. His cautious stance has had a direct impact on Bitcoin price movements, with the coin&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/market-capitalization">market cap</a> seeing minor pullbacks.&nbsp;On July 2, Bitcoin dipped 1.3% to $105,859, reflecting investor hesitation in the face of uncertain Fed direction. Powell dismissed Trump’s ongoing public pressure—Trump recently called Powell a “stubborn mule”—and reiterated that the Federal Reserve is committed to a “wait and see” approach. He also weighed in on crypto regulation, signaling tentative support for&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/stablecoin">stablecoins</a> under a consistent state and federal framework, calling it necessary “if we’re going to have stablecoins, and apparently we are.”As Congress prepares for a vote on the GENIUS Act and the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act the week of July 7, political tensions are heating up. The GENIUS Act, which passed the Senate with a 68-30 vote, proposes the first national framework for stablecoins—requiring 1:1 backing with U.S. dollars or equivalent liquid assets, monthly reserve disclosures, and bankruptcy consumer protections.&nbsp;But New York Attorney General Letitia James has voiced strong opposition, calling the legislation “a danger to investors, the economy, and national security.” In a formal letter to Congress, James argued that the bill under-regulates stablecoin issuers compared to traditional banks and lacks essential oversight mechanisms. She called for stablecoin firms to be treated like banks—with FDIC-backed insurance, stronger fraud safeguards, and mandatory digital&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/space-id-id">ID</a> verification to prevent illicit use. James also criticized offshore stablecoin operations and warned that stablecoins could erode the viability of community banks in underserved regions.Trump, however, remains a vocal supporter of the GENIUS Act, demanding swift passage on Truth Social with a message reading: “Get it to my desk, ASAP—NO DELAYS, NO ADD ONS.” Despite bipartisan Senate support, the bill’s reception in the House may be shaped by these regulatory concerns, as well as competing visions for digital asset governance. James also slammed the CLARITY Act for allegedly protecting bad actors and giving too much leeway to crypto firms while neglecting consumer protection. Her prior positions have included banning crypto in retirement accounts and restricting offshore stablecoin issuers—adding to the mounting legal and political pressure facing the digital asset industry.&nbsp;At the same time, the final Senate version of Trump’s fiscal package excluded key crypto tax incentives such as staking deductions and better treatment for crypto-holding businesses, despite strong lobbying efforts. With crypto policy sitting at the intersection of fiscal expansion, regulatory divergence, and monetary restraint, the coin market cap and broader crypto price index now stand at a crossroads shaped by unprecedented policy shifts.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

Robot tiptoes over dollar rope amid [crypto price index] turmoil

Robot tiptoes over dollar rope amid [crypto price index] turmoil.webp

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Spurs Crypto Market Shifts as Fed Holds Rates and NY AG Fights Stablecoin Law

Bitcoin remains stagnant at $16,800, forming a consolidation range over the last 24 hours. However, with the end-of-year holidays upon us, it will be interesting to see if the market leader moves in a specific direction.

ETH also kept changing hands around $1,200, and was the subject of <a href="https://cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-platform-paxful-removes-eth-from-its-marketplace" target="_blank">strong criticism from Paxful CEO</a> Ray Youssef, who removed it from the global peer-to-peer crypto trading platform. According to Youssef, the company will continue to support Bitcoin, which he termed as the answer to global financial woes.

Meanwhile, the S&amp;P 500 is gradually trying to climb up into its support band and is currently struggling to break through 3,870, whereas DXY came through with a strong bounce at 104.

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<h2 id="top-altcoin-gainers-and-losers">Top  altcoin gainers and losers</h2>

<h3 id="gainers">Gainers</h3>

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<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/helium-hnt" target="_blank">Helium HNT</a> (+31.58%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/toncoin-ton" target="_blank">Toncoin TON</a> (+9.09%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/decred-dcr" target="_blank">Decred DCR</a> (+5.83%)</li>
</ul>

<h3 id="losers">Losers</h3>

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<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/neutrino-usd-usdn" target="_blank">Neutrino USD USDN</a> (-6.51%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/lido-dao-token-ldo" target="_blank">Lido DAO Token LDO</a> (-4.14%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/gensokishi-metaverse-mv" target="_blank">GensoKishi Metaverse MV</a> (-3.71%)</li>
</ul>

<h2 id="bitcoin-technical-analysis">Bitcoin Technical Analysis</h2>

Since our rejection and crash from $18,400, [Bitcoin](https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc) has been due for a relief bounce. Liquidity may be taken around $17,300 and higher before Bitcoin completes this move and tests range lows around $15,500. Our current consolidation range is being used by multiple market participants with similar ideas. However, looking at future data and liquidation maps we may visit $16,500 once again to trigger their stop losses before filling any imbalances above.

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<h2 id="ethereum-technical-analysis">Ethereum Technical Analysis</h2>

<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth" target="_blank">Ethereum</a> has been tame in the past few days and has not shown a lot of deviations which typically leave traders in tatters. We have a long liquidation cluster at $1,250, but looking at the decreasing volume along with sell walls present on exchanges, it is likely to see $1,190 or even $1,175 before we go higher and form a higher low.

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<h2 id="nft-market-map">NFT Market Map</h2>

It’s clear that the Yuga Labs family has been dominating the NFT trading volume today, with <a href="https://coin360.com/nft/0xba30e5f9bb24caa003e9f2f0497ad287fdf95623" target="_blank">BoredApeKennelClub</a> (+1,844.94%), <a href="https://coin360.com/nft/0x60e4d786628fea6478f785a6d7e704777c86a7c6" target="_blank">MutantApeYachtClub</a> (+270.99%), <a href="https://coin360.com/nft/0xbc4ca0eda7647a8ab7c2061c2e118a18a936f13d" target="_blank">Bored Ape Yacht Club</a> (+173.91%) ranking no.1, 2, and 4 on the leaderboard, respectively.

<a href="https://coin360.com/nft/0xae99a698156ee8f8d07cbe7f271c31eeaac07087" target="_blank">Mutant Hound Collars</a> (+90.01%), which was born to expand the lore of the Yuga Labs ecosystem, topped the trading volume table as the runner-up.

Earlier today BAYC announced that <a href="https://twitter.com/BoredApeYC/status/1605329797030113280?s=20&amp;t=VE10cP1cHABfUnf8faU0CA" target="_blank">the Trial of Jimmy the Monkey</a> will start tomorrow, which is set to allow a free, playable, interactive mint experience for <a href="https://twitter.com/BoredApeYC/status/1605329800314294272?s=20&amp;t=VE10cP1cHABfUnf8faU0CA" target="_blank">BAYC and MAYC holders</a>.

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<h2 id="coin360-daily-digest">Coin360 Daily Digest</h2>

Here&rsquo;s a rundown of the major crypto market news from today.

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For more daily updates and news, follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/COIN360com" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.

Disclaimer: None of the information here constitutes financial advice and market participants are advised to conduct their own research since cryptocurrencies are speculative assets with considerable risks.

Bitcoin remains stagnant as consolidation continues in current range

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Bitcoin Technical Analysis

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Coin360 Daily Digest

Latest News @Coin360

Circle and Ripple Pursue U.S. Bank Charters to Cement Stablecoin Legitimacy

Hilbert Group Forms Strategic Advisory Board to Advance Syntetika’s Institutional DeFi Platform

Hilbert Group Unveils Bitcoin Treasury Strategy Amid Surging Stock Performance

Robinhood Announces Tokenized Equities and New Layer-2 Ambitions

Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Spurs Crypto Market Shifts as Fed Holds Rates and NY AG Fights Stablecoin Law