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While volatility continues to dominate the crypto market, the largest investors follow a contrary path. According to the latest "Smart Money" report from CryptoQuant, the most influential wallets are massively accumulating bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP, despite a climate marked by uncertainty. This buying strategy comes at a time when several valuation indicators return to levels historically associated with the ends of bear markets. Behind these movements lies a deep trend: an increasing concentration of assets in the hands of institutional investors.

The first quarterly results of a listed company are always closely scrutinized. For SpaceX, this second quarter takes on a special significance. Beyond its financial performance, investors want to measure the impact of its strategy around bitcoin. At a time when companies holding cryptos are increasingly influencing markets, these accounts are a valuable indicator of the health of Elon Musk's group… and a signal likely to feed expectations about the future of strategic crypto reserves.

Intesa Sanpaolo's latest SEC filing reveals a radical shift in its crypto ETF: less BTC, more staked Ethereum. The details!

Swiss people are busy with their francs and cryptos, while Germans are still weighing up the leap. A lesson in boldness — or a headache for the Bundesbank?

BlackRock a lancé deux fonds monétaires tokenisés pour servir de réserves aux stablecoins, rapprochant un peu plus la gestion d'actifs de la blockchain. L'annonce du 3 août 2026 s'appuie sur la loi fédérale GENIUS, en vigueur depuis juillet 2025. Jusqu'où le géant de Wall Street poussera-t-il son emprise dans le secteur crypto ?

The yen experienced a strong rebound after a coordinated intervention by the United States and Japan in the foreign exchange market. This development quickly caught investors' attention, as a strengthening of the Japanese currency had already caused strong shocks to bitcoin in 2024. However, the most recent data shows a different situation. The evolution of the correlation between the two assets now suggests that the strength of the US dollar could play a more important role.

The European Central Bank (ECB) presented on Thursday the accessibility standards of its future digital euro application, promising requirements exceeding those of European law. The Frankfurt institution is betting on inclusion to convince reluctant citizens. Will the digital euro manage to reconcile innovation and trust?

The tokenized asset markets reach a new milestone with a strong increase in trading volumes. Perpetual contracts backed by stocks and commodities now compete with Bitcoin-related products on Hyperliquid and Binance. This evolution illustrates a gradual diversification of trading on specialized platforms. The latest data also show that this momentum continues, driven by growing demand for continuously accessible trading instruments.

RealStocks' first-month data shows that users are moving beyond trading a single popular asset. Instead, they are trading different products and instruments to build broader exposure around market themes.

Central banks purchased 288.9 tonnes of gold in the second quarter of 2026. This is 62% more than in the same period in 2025, when net purchases capped at 177.9 tonnes. Poland and China lead this movement, and the World Gold Council sees no sign of slowing down.

Cryptos are no longer a marginal bet in Canada. A new study by the Ontario Securities Commission reveals a marked acceleration in their adoption by investors, signaling a lasting shift in the country’s saving habits. This progression is accompanied by a paradox. Interest in cryptos grows faster than the understanding of their functioning and associated risks. Between the democratization of cryptos, increased regulator vigilance, and tightening of the federal framework, the Canadian market is entering a phase where every decision could reshape its future.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marked a new step for the blockchain ecosystem. According to data published by Chainalysis, predictive markets recorded unprecedented activity thanks to the worldwide excitement around the competition. Decentralized betting, digital collectibles, and the participation of hundreds of thousands of users illustrated the magnitude of the phenomenon. These results also show that major sports competitions accelerate the use of blockchain-based applications.

The digital asset market is evolving rapidly due to the influence of professional investors. A new Wintermute report shows that crypto is entering a new phase, where institutions now occupy a central place in trading. Meanwhile, Wall Street increasingly influences liquidity, prices, and investment strategies. This evolution gradually changes the market structure, reduces volatility, and concentrates capital on a smaller number of assets.

US spot Bitcoin ETFs once again record net inflows. Ethereum ETFs, on the other hand, switch to outflows. Figures and scenarios.

American debt is no longer just an economic indicator, but it is becoming a systemic risk. As the cost of its financing explodes, the Federal Reserve's room to maneuver shrinks and concerns grow about the solidity of the United States' economic model. Guest on the show "The David Lin Reportf", investor Doug Casey, author of "Crisis Investing", makes a straightforward assessment. The world's leading power is approaching a breaking point. This analysis also reignites the debate on the role of bitcoin and safe-haven assets in the face of monetary erosion.

The South Korean market is going through a phase of high volatility that fuels questions about the valuations of technology companies. In just two sessions, the KOSPI experienced a historic decline, while tensions are also spreading to AI-related bond markets. This correction comes as investors had massively favored semiconductor and digital infrastructure stocks, considered the main growth drivers since the beginning of the year.

On July 29, 2026, the Fed froze its rates by keeping them unchanged between 3.50% and 3.75%. Between market relief and sharp criticism, find out why this decision could change everything for the crypto market.

Bitcoin takes a hit, ETFs are bleeding, volumes are tanking. But Morgan Stanley isn't done yet. Is the crypto king losing its crown?

Elon Musk accelerates his offensive in finance. Since July 27, X Money is no longer a simple test reserved for a few users. The payment service is now accessible to Premium and Premium+ subscribers in the United States. With an annual yield of 6%, a Visa card, instant transfers and FDIC coverage up to 10 million dollars, X shows ambitions that go far beyond the payment sector. This rise already puts the social network under the spotlight of American regulators.

Markets will ultimately not get the hoped-for respite. As the temporary tariffs implemented 150 days ago expired, Donald Trump chose to revive the trade war by announcing, this Friday, a new wave of taxes targeting about sixty economies. Presented as a response to forced labor in certain supply chains, this offensive goes far beyond trade. It reignites tensions between the United States, China and the European Union, while fueling a new phase of volatility in financial markets and alternative assets.

Netflix wanted to make a splash about prediction markets. Instead, they're drowning in a lawsuit. Kalshi says the trailer is built on fiction — and the bill could be steep.

The U.S. House of Representatives has taken a new step in regulating investments made by lawmakers. Representatives passed a bill that now prohibits members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from buying publicly traded stocks, while allowing them to keep and then sell stocks they already own. This decision opens a new debate on conflict of interest prevention before the Senate examines the bill.

The euphoria around SpaceX gave way to a violent disillusionment. In a few weeks, the SPCX stock went from the status of the largest IPO in history to a correction that erased hundreds of billions of dollars in valuation. This drop not only affects shareholders. It also cuts Elon Musk's fortune and revives questions about the valuations of tech giants, several of which have made bitcoin a strategic asset on their balance sheets.

Gold rebounds after a 26% drop. Fund managers consider it undervalued for the first time since March 2023. Complete analysis.

The European Union takes a new step in its offensive against Russia. Member states have approved a new set of sanctions directly targeting crypto and Web3 services, previously considered alternatives to traditional banking restrictions. By tightening access to these digital infrastructures, Brussels aims to reduce opportunities to circumvent economic sanctions imposed on Moscow. A decision that marks a turning point in the use of financial diplomacy against cryptos.

Cathie Wood looks beyond SpaceX's 48% stock market loss to a financial and technological revolution. AI, Starlink, Bitcoin... Can her audacious wager alter the course of history?

Grayscale wants to launch a Worldcoin ETF, but the token has already crashed 97 %. Is this a bold move or a costly mistake waiting to happen ?

The World Cup final delivered its verdict on the field. On prediction markets, it marked the end of a speculative frenzy worth several billion dollars. After Spain's victory over Argentina (1-0), the combined open interest of Kalshi and Polymarket fell by nearly 20% from its peak of about 2 billion dollars reached in early July. This sharp decline reveals the dependence of prediction platforms on major media events and reignites the debate about their ability to maintain user engagement outside global events.