Author: Isabella Taylor

Ripple’s EVM-compatible sidechain launched, integrating Ethereum dApps and smart contracts with XRP. Ripple (XRP) is making a major move toward blockchain interoperability. On Monday, June 30, XRP Ledger, in collaboration with Peersyst, launched its long-anticipated Ethereum Virtual Machine-compatible sidechain. The new chain allows XRP to interact with Ethereum decentralized applications, while using XRP as gas. The integration aims to bring XRP into the heart of Ethereum’s (ETH) DeFi ecosystem. It will also benefit from cheaper transactions and faster speeds compared to Ethereum, making it particularly suited for high-volume dApps. “With the launch of XRPL EVM, we’re unlocking a new era…

Ethereum has rallied into a major confluence zone near $2,550, where multiple high time frame indicators and technical resistances converge. With declining volume and previous range behavior suggesting exhaustion, this zone is critical for the next directional move. After bouncing from an oversold condition, Ethereum (ETH) has retraced into a region packed with resistance, the same zone that previously capped price action for over 40 days. This region includes the point of control from the prior range, high time frame resistance, VWAP resistance, and a golden Fibonacci retracement, all pointing to a likely rejection unless volume surges. Key technical points…

Spanish authorities, with Europol and international partners, arrested five suspects in a major operation targeting a €460 million crypto fraud network. On 25 June, the Spanish Guardia Civil, backed by Europol and law enforcement partners from Estonia, France, and the United States, executed coordinated raids that led to the arrests of five individuals behind one of Europe’s largest crypto fraud operations to date. Three arrests were carried out on the Canary Islands and two in Madrid. The group allegedly operated through a network of sales representatives worldwide who persuaded people to invest in fraudulent crypto schemes. They collected funds from…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As Solana and XRP prepare for potential breakouts, XYZVerse is stealing the spotlight with a fast-rising presale and bold ambitions to become the next 1,000x memecoin. Significant shifts are unfolding in the cryptocurrency arena. Solana is climbing after hitting a key support level, with optimism around exchange-traded funds fueling its rise. At the same time, XRP is poised for a major move that could send its value soaring to new heights. Adding to the excitement, XYZVerse is attracting attention…

Despite strong institutional demand and steady inflows, Bitcoin has failed to break past the $100,000 mark in recent weeks, raising questions about what’s driving the stall. Weighing in on BTC’s (BTC) performance, Capriole Investments founder Charles Edwards said the sideways action reflects a major rotation between long-term holders and new institutional buyers. According to Edwards, many long-term Bitcoin holders, the “OGs,” have been offloading their positions since the launch of spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in January, dumping large portions of their holdings on Wall Street buyers. “People are wondering why Bitcoin has been stuck at $100K for so long,” Edwards…

The rapidly evolving AI landscape has introduced artificial intelligence into our everyday lives and various industries. AI is not a futuristic concept anymore as it offers the foundation to create intelligent chatbots, autonomous vehicles and sophisticated recommendation engines. The emphasis on artificial intelligence optimization or AIO is essential for long-term growth of AI as it ensures that AI systems work at par with benchmarks for efficiency and reliability. Why do you think AIO has emerged as a prominent trend in the domain of technology in 2025? Let us find the answer by learning more about AIO and its significance. Unlock…

Authorities in the United States have sentenced a man to 97 months in prison for his role in defrauding investors out of more than $40 million via a crypto Ponzi scheme. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 57-year-old Dwayne Golden was sentenced on June 27 by U.S. District Judge William F. Kuntz II in Brooklyn federal court. Golden had pleaded guilty in September 2024 to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Golden, alongside co-defendants Gregory Aggesen, Marquis Egerton (also known as “Mardy Eger”), and William White, operated three fraudulent digital asset firms—EmpowerCoin, ECoinPlus, and Jet-Coin. Prosecutors said…

OKX has released its 32nd proof-of-reserves report. As of June 14, the total BTC and USDT holdings held in user wallets have plummeted significantly compared to the previous month’s report. On June 30, the crypto trading platform released its 32nd proof-of-reserves report containing the number of assets held within its reserves compared to the number of assets deposited by customers. So far, all of its reserves exceed the 100% ratio. This means that the platform’s reserves for major tokens like BTC (BTC), ETH (ETH), SOL (SOL) and USDT (USDT) has surpassed the number of assets held in customer wallets. The…

Metaplanet Inc., Japan’s leading corporate Bitcoin holder, added another 1,005 BTC to its balance sheet and issued more ordinary bonds. According to its June 30 public disclosure, the company spent ¥15.648 billion, about $108 million, on the latest purchase. It paid an average of 15,569,831 yen, approximately $107,430, per Bitcoin (BTC). This brings Metaplanet’s total holdings to 13,350 BTC, acquired at an average price of 14,331,959 yen, roughly $98,891, per coin.  To fund further accumulation, Metaplanet also announced the issuance of its 19th series of ordinary bonds to EVO FUND. The new bonds, worth 30 billion yen, or $207 million,…

Nobitex exchange, Iran’s largest cryptocurrency platform, has begun restoring wallet access to users following a major exploit that resulted in more than $90 million in losses. The company issued an update on June 29 via X, outlining a phased recovery process starting with verified users. According to the statement, only spot wallets are being unlocked initially, with other wallet types to follow once identity verification is completed. Users are being asked to wait for confirmation before attempting to access their balances, which will be displayed gradually as the security checks proceed. Follow- up on Nobitex Security Incident, Step-by-step wallet access…