Luc Jose A.

While Bitcoin and Ethereum monopolize attention, XRP is quietly establishing itself as one of the most strategic projects in the crypto landscape. Beyond speculation, some analysts mention an ongoing "historic wealth transfer." This bold statement reflects the alignment of key indicators: regulatory advances, banking integration, and technological performance. XRP, long in the background, could very well reshape global payment circuits.

On July 4, 2025, a Bitcoin wallet that had been inactive since 2011 suddenly moved 80,000 BTC, worth $8.6 billion. The transaction, eclipsing all previous records, is as intriguing as it is fascinating. No words, no announcements, just a massive movement captured by the blockchain. Both rare in its volume and exceptional due to the age of the funds, this act by an anonymous holder raises questions about the hidden dynamics of the market and the intentions of large whales.

While Bitcoin mining now seems to be reserved for industrial giants equipped with powerful ASICs, an improbable feat challenges this logic. A solo miner, armed with only 2.3 PH/s, mined a block on his own via Solo CK, earning about $350,000. This almost impossible statistical achievement recalls the more open beginnings of the network. In an increasingly centralized ecosystem, this isolated victory revives the fundamental question: is the Bitcoin network still accessible to independents?

As stablecoins gain legitimacy, a U.S. law is reigniting the fractures between monetary sovereignty and the supremacy of the dollar. With the GENIUS Act, passed by the Senate, Washington is regulating cryptocurrencies backed by the greenback. However, in Europe, a counteroffensive is being organized. Amundi fears global destabilization. Behind this legal framework, a monetary offensive with systemic effects is taking shape.

While bitcoin flirts with yearly highs, some cryptos are experiencing a clear downturn. Pi Network, once praised for its participatory and mobile-first model, sees its valuation wobble under the effect of degraded technical indicators and a marked climate of distrust. The project, long supported by its community, now faces a…

As the global geopolitical balance weakens, Rio will host a tense BRICS summit on July 6 and 7, 2025. Designed as a counterweight to the G7, the bloc struggles to embody the unity of the global South. Internal disagreements, Xi Jinping's absence, and Donald Trump's offensive comeback: the 17th edition illustrates less of a rise in power than a questioning of the strategic coherence among its members. In an era of multipolar ambitions, the BRICS are facing a crisis of legitimacy as much as a test of international credibility.

While the focus remains on central banks and the fluctuations of the stock markets, Bitcoin is moving against the tide, driven by clear technical signals and consistent on-chain indicators. The $117,000 threshold is now emerging as a credible target, supported by the analysis of short-term investor behavior. This silent yet tense trajectory could well mark the beginning of a new bullish momentum for the leading asset in the crypto market.

As institutional flows reshape its trajectory, Standard Chartered maintains a target of $200,000 for Bitcoin by the end of this year. This forecast is based on a major shift: ETFs and listed companies now dictate the trend. Speculation is giving way to a logic of strategic allocation. Thus, the market is changing hands, tempo, and profile.

In a market searching for benchmarks, even the slightest regulatory rumor can tip the scales. XRP is a perfect illustration of this: trapped between $2 and $2.35, the asset is drawing increasing attention amidst speculation surrounding an ETF. Far from the usual tumult surrounding bitcoin, this tension places Ripple's crypto at the convergence of a double issue: technical unlocking and institutional recognition.

Less than 15% of bitcoins are still accessible on exchanges. Behind this figure lies a silent dynamic: the scarcity of liquid supply. As institutions appropriate the asset, analysts see it as a signal of an increasing imbalance between available stock and strategic demand. A shift is looming in the mechanics of the market.

The crypto ecosystem takes a symbolic leap with the accelerated validation by the SEC of the conversion of the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) into an ETF. This green light is not limited to Grayscale. It marks the entry of altcoins into the regulators' field of action. In a context where the political climate is softening towards cryptos, this decision could pave the way for a new generation of ETFs focused on assets like XRP, Solana, or Cardano.

Pi Network is entering an unstable period. On July 4th, a massive influx of tokens will inflate the available supply in an already pressured market. After declining for six days, the PI cryptocurrency is struggling to convince, especially since the announcements from Pi2Day left investors wanting more. Between community disappointment and upcoming tensions, the project has a lot at stake in the coming days.

While Bitcoin and Ethereum are cautiously progressing in a calm market, it is Solana that is stealing the spotlight. In just one week, its price has soared by 16.5%, eclipsing the performances of the two historical pillars. This breakthrough is not trivial: it comes in the context of a return to fundamentals, where investors are once again scrutinizing technical signals and the robustness of projects. Solana, long relegated to the background, now seems to be repositioning itself as a serious contender for leadership in the next cycle.