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XRP prices have multiplied at least 10x in previous bull cycles, fueling hopes for a similar big breakout toward $30 by mid-2026. Key takeaways: One market analyst projects XRP could climb toward $34 this bull cycle. XRPL’s $190 billion market cap versus $85 million TVL keeps overvaluation risks in play. Read more

Singapore – August 12, 2025 – The T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU)—a joint initiative by TRON, Tether, and TRM Labs—today announced the launch of “T3+,” a global collaborator program made up of some of the largest and most influential players in the crypto ecosystem. It is designed to expand public-private collaboration to combat illicit […] The post T3 Financial Crime Unit Launches “T3+” Global Collaborator Program; Over $250M in Criminal Assets Frozen as Binance Becomes First Member appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The transaction used the USDC stablecoin and tokenized Treasuries for instant weekend settlement on Digital Asset's privacy-focused blockchain.

USDC issuer Circle introduced its layer-1 blockchain, Arc, and said its Q2 revenue and reserve income increased 53% year-over-year. Circle, a publicly traded US company and the issuer of USDC stablecoin, said it will launch a layer-1 (L1) blockchain compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) later this year. The company released its second-quarter results on Tuesday and announced the introduction of Arc, a new network designed to offer an “enterprise-grade foundation” for stablecoin payments, foreign exchange and capital markets applications. Expected to launch in public testnet, Circle’s Arc will feature USDC (USDC) as its native gas token, enabling users to pay transaction fees with the stablecoin. Read more

Metaplanet and the UK’s The Smarter Web Company added nearly $100 million in Bitcoin on Tuesday, boosting their positions among the largest public corporate BTC holders. Two publicly listed companies, Japan’s Metaplanet and the United Kingdom’s The Smarter Web Company, added almost $100 million worth of Bitcoin to their corporate treasuries. On Tuesday, Metaplanet disclosed that it had purchased 518 Bitcoin (BTC) for about $61.4 million at an average price of $118,519 per coin. The buy lifted the Tokyo-listed company’s total holdings to 18,113 BTC, worth about $2.15 billion at current prices, and acquired at an average of $101,911 per Bitcoin. Led by CEO Simon Gerovich, Metaplanet now ranks sixth globally in public company Bitcoin holdings, behind Michael Saylor’s Strategy, MARA, XXI, Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company, and Riot, according to data from BitcoinTreasuries.NET. Read more

Plaintiffs allege that Fenwick & West designed shell companies and structures that enabled the theft of billions in FTX customer funds.

Futures-based exchange-traded funds tied to Solana and XRP have accumulated almost $3 billion in volume amid market anticipation for potential spot ETF approvals. The momentum has been fueled by new leveraged products, a surge in derivatives positioning, and demand for yield-oriented structures. In early 2025, a leak indicating the CME Group was preparing to list […] The post Leveraged Solana and XRP ETFs gain $3B momentum ahead of SEC decision appeared first on CryptoSlate.

The end of the almost five-year legal dispute will enable the agency to dedicate more time to developing clear regulatory frameworks, according to SEC Chair Paul Atkins. The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is signaling an increasing focus on developing a clear cryptocurrency regulatory framework after ending one of the industry’s longest-running legal battles. The SEC and Ripple Labs ended their almost five-year dispute after both parties filed to drop their legal appeals and bear their costs and fees, according to a filing last Thursday with the Second Circuit Appeals Court. The case’s conclusion is a “welcome development” that ensures “minds once occupied with litigation now can concentrate on creating a clear regulatory framework for crypto,” said SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce in a Monday X post. Read more

The percentage of ETH held by ETFs and corporate reserves has risen from just 3% at the beginning of April.

The measure mirrors an Assembly bill introduced last month and would impose licensing, and fee caps on crypto kiosks statewide.

The project was reportedly revealed after a job listing on the Blockchain Association's website inadvertently disclosed key details.

Defensive positioning is building from crypto traders ahead of a highly anticipated U.S. CPI print as Bitcoin reverses course.

Supporters of late AI critic Suchir Balaji have turned to crypto to back his family’s legal fight using Solana-based meme coins.

The bitcoin market is no longer one of seller exhaustion, Glassnode says, but how long will the rebound last for?

Kakao's KRW-linked trademarks signal a potential cross-border payments push, though the rollout hinges on pending legislation.

The fifth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has achieved a significant triumph, and there appear to be no signs of a slowdown for its development.

Ethereum’s options market is gaining significant momentum, with open interest soaring to $13.75 billion, the highest level recorded in 2025, according to Glassnode data. The figure marks a notable increase and brings the market close to the $14.6 billion all-time high achieved in March of last year. The surge reflects a sharp rise in derivative […] The post Bullish bets push Ethereum options interest to $13.75B appeared first on CryptoSlate.

Weekly token unlock wave to add $653 million in new supply, including big moves for Fasttoken, Aptos, Solana, and Dogecoin.

Rumble, a YouTube rival and Bitcoin treasury firm, wants to snap up AI data center company Northern Data in its latest expansion push.

VivoPower International PLC has outlined a strategy to acquire $100 million Ripple shares as part of a broader initiative to integrate XRP into its corporate treasury, according to an Aug. 11 statement. According to the statement, the $100 million investment will expose VivoPower to 211 million XRP tokens, currently valued at around $696 million. VivoPower […] The post VivoPower to acquire $100M Ripple stake after SEC clears path for new fundraising appeared first on CryptoSlate.