Author: Alex B.

XRP just gained a significant legal win. A federal court dismissed key SEC claims classifying it as a security, and a new CFTC filing treats XRP as a commodity, elevating its status alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum. This pivotal moment could unlock institutional access to XRP through regulated contracts and derivatives. Legal Clarity: From Security Debate to Commodity FilingRecently, Crypto.com filed XRP Event Contracts under CFTC Rule 13.43, referencing Lukka’s U-XRP midpoint spot price format. This positions XRP firmly within the commodity framework, offering long-awaited regulatory clarity. This step builds on a federal judgment affirming that XRP is not a security…

Ethereum has reached a historic milestone, surpassing Mastercard and even Netflix in market capitalization, while on-chain data reveals massive whale accumulation worth billions of dollars. These combined forces are fueling a powerful rally and reshaping the crypto market’s perception of ETH. Ethereum Surpasses Mastercard and Netflix in Market CapEthereum’s market capitalization has surged to approximately $519.27 billion, narrowly surpassing Mastercard’s $519.19 billion and Netflix’s $514.85 billion. This places ETH among the top 25 global assets by valuation and reflects a remarkable 26% growth in just seven days.Analysts attribute this jump to expanding institutional participation, increased adoption of Ethereum-based applications in…

Ethereum surges above $4,000 biggest milestone since 2021 Ethereum has officially shattered the $4,000 resistance, marking its highest level since December 2021 and igniting renewed optimism among traders and institutions alike. Fueled by ETF inflows, institutional accumulation, and a powerful technical breakout, ETH’s latest rally is reshaping sentiment across the crypto market. Institutional Demand and ETF InflowsThe recent surge finds its roots in sustained institutional appetite. Spot Ethereum ETFs have seen remarkable inflows, with BlackRock’s ETHA ETF recording a single-day record of $727 million and total inflows of nearly $2 billion since July. ETHA now holds approximately $6.9 billion in…

A Legal Win with ConditionsThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has officially ended its lawsuit against Ripple Labs, marking one of the most closely watched legal battles in crypto history. While Ripple is no longer under legal siege, the company must still pay the $125 million fine imposed by Judge Analisa Torres in Manhattan. Both parties agreed to drop appeals, making the legal proceedings formally complete. Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer declared the lawsuit “over.” Market Reaction: Cautious OptimismThe news sparked a significant reaction in crypto markets. XRP registered a 5% gain within hours, as investors interpreted the legal closure as certainty.…

The recent bullish breakout of XRP, surpassing the $3 mark, has reignited investor enthusiasm and positioned Ripple at the center of a new wave of market optimism. With the SEC’s legal case approaching a final decision, XRP’s explosive rally is more than just a price move  it’s a reflection of shifting tides in regulatory confidence. Regulatory Uncertainty Begins to DissipateAfter more than two years of legal entanglements, the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple appears to be nearing its final chapter. Analysts across the crypto space point to the recent SEC decision not to classify liquid staking tokens as securities as a…

Ripple Rockets Past $3 as SEC Case Nears Final ResolutionRipple’s XRP has made headlines again after surging past the $3 mark, signaling a renewed wave of investor confidence and market momentum. The rally comes amid growing anticipation surrounding the final phase of the ongoing legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), a case that has long held the crypto community in suspense. Legal Clarity Sparks Investor ConfidenceThe surge in XRP’s value is being closely tied to positive sentiment around a possible favorable outcome for Ripple. The ongoing court proceedings, now in their final stages,…

Ripple’s XRP Breaks the $3 Barrier Amid SEC Appeal BuzzXRP, the native token of Ripple Labs, has officially surged beyond the $3 mark, sparking renewed interest and speculation in the crypto community. This significant breakout is largely attributed to heightened anticipation surrounding the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) looming appeal in its ongoing legal case against Ripple.The appeal, which could potentially redefine the regulatory landscape for crypto in the U.S., has placed XRP at the center of legal and market attention. As traders speculate on a favorable outcome for Ripple, bullish momentum has intensified across multiple exchanges. South Korean…

SEC Declares Liquid Staking Tokens Are Not SecuritiesIn a statement that could reshape the regulatory trajectory of decentralized finance (DeFi), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has confirmed that liquid staking tokens (LSTs) are not classified as securities under existing federal law. The announcement sent a wave of optimism throughout the crypto sector, especially among Ethereum-based DeFi projects. What Are Liquid Staking Tokens?Liquid staking tokens are assets that represent staked cryptocurrencies—most commonly ETH—while allowing users to retain liquidity and access to DeFi protocols. Services like Lido Finance, Rocket Pool, and Coinbase’s cbETH are prominent issuers of LSTs. They let…

SBI Holdings moves to expand regulated crypto investment options, targeting both BTC and XRP in a single financial instrument. SBI steps forward with dual crypto ETF planIn a major move for Japan’s crypto landscape, SBI Holdings has filed to launch a dual Bitcoin-XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). If approved, this would be the first ETF in Japan to offer exposure to two distinct cryptocurrencies in a single regulated product.The ETF filing, made public today, outlines a plan to track both Bitcoin and Ripple’s XRP, allocating equal weight to each asset. This structure aims to attract both retail and institutional investors seeking…

DOGE price falls nearly 5% as trading activity spikes. Is the meme coin narrative weakening? 📉 DOGE drops while volume quadruplesIn the last 24 hours, Dogecoin’s price slipped from $0.205 to $0.198, marking a 4.8% drop.What made this drop unusual was the massive increase in trading volume, which surged over 878 million DOGE, more than four times the average daily volume of 269 million.Such volume spikes often indicate strong market interest, but in this case, they aligned with a sharp decline, suggesting panic selling and liquidations rather than accumulation. 🧨 Liquidations and retail exposureMarket data shows that this drop coincided…