The stablecoin market lost 1.9 billion dollars in one week, despite a capitalization still exceeding 311 billion. The decline remains limited in percentage, but it shows that the liquidity available in crypto is contracting slightly. Tether weighs the most in this drop, while Sky Dollar records the sharpest fall among the major stablecoins.
XRP is going through one of the most delicate periods in its recent history. After several months of decline, Ripple's token has left the circle of the top five cryptocurrencies by market capitalization, a downgrade that illustrates the pressure exerted by a market shaken by macroeconomic uncertainties. However, this drop contrasts with a reality often observed in recent years: the third quarter has regularly been favorable for XRP. Between historical momentum and current weakness, investors question the asset's ability to reverse the trend.
After several weeks marked by strong selling pressure, Cardano shows signs of stabilization. The latest blockchain data reveals a gradual return of holders, while ADA shows a notable rebound over the last seven days. This recovery comes after a period of high uncertainty, fueled by falling prices and debates around the ecosystem. Even though the market remains cautious, the recent evolution of indicators shows that some retail investors are gradually taking positions on the network again.
Does bitcoin no longer obey its famous four-year cycles? This question, long considered heretical by part of the crypto community, is now central to the debate. Michael Saylor believes the market has entered a new phase where halvings no longer alone dictate price evolution. With the massive arrival of institutional capital and the transformation of the market structure, one of bitcoin's most entrenched narratives could well lose its relevance.
The crypto SHIB shows a change of tone after several difficult weeks. Activity on exchanges jumped more than 37%, while net outflows exceed inflows. This signal suggests a return of demand, but the market is still waiting for a real technical confirmation.
The crypto market has just crossed a symbolic threshold, but this resurgence of confidence masks a much more fragile reality. While crypto ETFs were supposed to sustainably establish institutional capital in the market, their latest financial reports reveal weaknesses that question the strength of this dynamic. This observation comes at a pivotal moment, where Federal Reserve decisions and US macroeconomic uncertainties continue to guide global flows. A combination that could weigh on the trajectory of these assets in the coming months.
Dogecoin is approaching a famous and formidable weekly "Death Cross." Should you wager on a comeback or sell? The most volatile crypto on the market can be predicted using technical analysis, historical data, and forecasts.
Nearly one million TRUMP wallets show cumulative losses of $3.81 billion by the end of June, according to Nansen. However, President Trump received $636 million thanks to this same token, reveals his annual financial statement. The distribution of gains nevertheless clearly leans to one side.
The crypto market is holding its breath. CryptoQuant has just identified one of the largest capital transfers to centralized exchange platforms since the beginning of the year. Behind these on-chain movements lies a signal that investors watch closely: when tokens massively flow to exchanges, volatility often intensifies. As the market goes through a phase of hesitation, these flows revive the specter of a period of high volatility and raise questions about the next direction of prices.
Zcash, the penguin swimming against the tide of struggling altcoins, scores a well-deserved 13 % rally. Its secret? Ironwood, a fresh upgrade that's restoring investor confidence.
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The cryptocurrency market continues to adapt to the new regulatory requirements that are gradually being implemented. In this context, Revolut informed some of its customers that it would remove USDT from its offering during the summer of 2026. This decision comes with a precise schedule that outlines several steps before the permanent removal of the stablecoin. It also illustrates how financial service platforms are gradually adjusting their cryptoasset offerings in response to the evolving regulatory framework.
"Some are leaving Europe. We are staying." OKX's message fits in one sentence, and it comes at the right time. Because on July 1st, everything changes: MiCA applies for real, and unlicensed exchanges will have to bow out on the continent. OKX, however, has its paperwork in order, MiCA, MiFID, payment institution. So to bring back all those who will have to move their cryptos, it pulls out the big guns: the "Time to Switch" campaign. Up to €400 in BTC for newcomers, 8% bonus on deposits, a VIP pass offered. From June 29 to July 31.
Is Tim Draper selling his bitcoins? This simple hypothesis was enough to sow doubt in the crypto market. On Friday, July 3, a massive transfer of BTC to Coinbase Prime, attributed by several on-chain analysis tools to the famous billionaire, triggered a wave of speculation. Between fear of an imminent sale and questions about the reliability of blockchain tracing, the case recalls a reality: in a market dominated by large fortunes, a few transactions can shake investor sentiment.
Solana has lost 68% of its validators in three years, dropping from around 2,500 to about 800 after a purge launched in 2025. Joseph Chalom, co-CEO of Sharplink and former BlackRock executive, contrasts this decline with Ethereum's over 900,000 validators. This battle of figures reignites the debate on the true decentralization of major blockchains. Will institutional investors decide in favor of robustness over speed?
280 crypto companies have been approved under MiCA, marking a regulatory shift in Europe. However, is this regulation truly effective in combating USDT and player exodus?
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Visa, M-Pesa and Onafriq test stablecoins in DRC to settle cross-border mobile transactions. The project aims to make transfers faster, cheaper and smoother, without necessarily changing the visible user experience. Payments continue to go through mobile money, but settlement is done in the background thanks to digital dollars.
While most altcoins plunge and see their market capitalization fall to its lowest level since December 2023, Solana follows a radically different trajectory. Contrary to a pressured market, the network attracts capital at a steady pace and fuels renewed interest around its SOL token. This decoupling, rare in the crypto ecosystem, intrigues both investors and analysts alike. Behind this resistance are two distinct drivers: a fundamental dynamic carried by the network and a speculative momentum that further enhances its attractiveness.
After ten consecutive sessions of capital outflows, US spot Bitcoin ETFs have finally regained momentum with 221.7 million dollars of net subscriptions. This rebound ends a historic sequence of disengagement that had weakened institutional investors' sentiment. Is this the first sign of a sustainable capital return or just a pause in an still fragile trend? Behind this recovery lie major divergences between issuers and on-chain indicators, which invites to temper the significance of this rebound.
Bitget is placing tokenization, artificial intelligence and broader market access at the center of its strategy for the rest of 2026. In her mid-year address, CEO Gracy Chen described a platform moving beyond the traditional crypto exchange model. Bitget now wants to connect stocks, gold, CFDs and digital assets within one financial environment.
The fight over stablecoins is resuming in Europe. In light of the US GENIUS law and the migration of cryptocurrency platforms, Brussels is reviewing MiCA. Who will prevail in this conflict? For investors and the digital economy, the stakes are very high.
Standard Chartered directly opens access to the creation and redemption of USDC for its institutional clients. This first in the crypto sector brings Circle’s stablecoin closer to traditional banking circuits. However, the bank does not become the legal issuer of the token, a role that remains in the hands of Circle’s regulated entities.
Solana has activated a formal on-chain governance system, requiring 100,000 SOL staked to submit a proposal. Validators thus lose their decision-making monopoly, now shared with their delegators. Does this new voting power permanently change the network's balance?
The historic volatility of cryptos once again reminded market operators that short-term certainties do not exist in this universe. This Thursday, July 2, the ecosystem recorded a technical reversal, inflicting dry financial losses on investors positioned short. Indeed, this sudden surge, occurring after several days of bearish pressure, redefines the short-term price dynamics for the main market assets. Understanding the mechanisms of such a purge is essential today, as it illustrates the extreme sensitivity of the crypto market to leverage effects and global macroeconomic indicators.
The US legislative calendar once again puts the Crypto sector in the spotlight. While the Senate will not resume its work until July 13, several companies and organizations in the sector are asking for a quick vote on the CLARITY Act before the August summer break. This mobilization comes after several months of parliamentary work and in a context where regulatory uncertainty remains at the heart of the concerns of digital asset players. The coming days could thus weigh on the future of the US federal framework.
The financial transparency obligations of American public officials are back in the spotlight after a new revelation concerning Kash Patel, the FBI director. A report indicates that he did not declare an investment in Strategy within the deadlines, a company known for its Bitcoin treasury strategy and registered as a supplier to the US government. The omission was later corrected by an amended declaration. This case comes as investments related to cryptocurrencies by American political leaders are already under increased scrutiny.
Capital movements within the blockchain very often precede the price dynamics visible on trading terminals. While the crypto market is going through a phase of uncertainty and successive corrections, a major divergence is emerging on the Ripple network. This phenomenon of complete disconnection between different categories of investors raises questions about the medium-term trajectory of the token. Far from the emotional reactions that often characterize the general public, on-chain data reveals large-scale institutional activity of rare intensity. Understanding this strategic positioning is crucial to anticipate the structure of upcoming market cycles.
Despite the market downturn, Metaplanet increases its Bitcoin purchases, reaching 43,000 BTC. Why is this Japanese business placing all of its bets on Bitcoin? Learn the ins and outs of a tactic that has the power to either completely transform the world or cause it to fall apart.
France is strengthening its security system after 77 cases of kidnapping, sequestration, extortion, or attempts related to the crypto sector since the beginning of 2026. In response to this rapid increase, authorities want to accelerate alerts, better identify the masterminds, and protect professionals as well as their relatives.