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🚀 Bakkt Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BKKT) has announced a public offering aimed at raising approximately $75 million by selling over 6.7 million shares of its Class A common stock and pre-funded warrants. The shares are priced at $10.00 each, while the warrants are offered at $9.9999, with an exercise price of just $0.0001 per share. This offering is set to close around July 30, 2025, pending standard conditions. 💬 The company stated, The gross proceeds from the offering... are expected to be approximately $75 million and further elaborated that the net proceeds will be used to acquire bitcoin and other digital assets, support working capital, and cover general corporate expenses. 📄 This offering is conducted under a shelf registration statement approved by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on July 3, 2025. It is being managed by Clear Street LLC and Cohen & Company Capital Markets. Additionally, Bakkt has provided underwriters with a 30-day option to purchase up to 1.1 million extra shares and/or warrants. 🏢 Although Bakkt is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange, it is still about 55% owned by its parent company, Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). This means that while investors can trade Bakkt shares freely, ICE maintains a controlling interest to ensure strategic alignment. Since its founding in 2018, Bakkt has focused on providing institutional-grade solutions for engaging with digital assets. 🗓 Recently, on June 10, Bakkt's board approved an updated corporate investment policy that allows for treasury allocations into bitcoin and other digital assets. Co-CEO Akshay Naheta emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, This initiative is intended to support Bakkt’s transformation into a pure-play crypto infrastructure company and to strategically enhance its treasury with bitcoin and other digital assets.

⚠️ Ripple Labs has issued a warning to XRP investors about a surge in scams on YouTube. Scammers are hijacking legitimate YouTube accounts and rebranding them to impersonate Ripple's official profile. We’ve noticed an uptick of XRP scams on Youtube – scammers are stealing accounts and then updating the page to impersonate Ripple’s official account, the company stated. They emphasized that Ripple or our execs will NEVER ask you to send us XRP. 📈 This warning comes as XRP's price has recently surged, nearing record levels due to renewed regulatory clarity following Ripple's lawsuit resolution with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and increased anticipation over potential approval of XRP spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Institutional adoption of XRP for cross-border payment solutions has also accelerated, contributing to a bullish environment in the cryptocurrency sector. 🎥 Ripple's CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, has been a frequent target of these scams. He has been impersonated in deepfake videos and fake giveaway campaigns that have cost victims billions. Garlinghouse actively denounces these scams and urges users to remain vigilant. Ripple sued Youtube in 2020, accusing the platform of failing to adequately address pervasive XRP giveaway scams that impersonated Garlinghouse and other prominent figures. However, the lawsuit ended in a settlement between Ripple and YouTube.

Most of the market’s in pullback mode: - ETH, SOL, and majors are range-bound or down. - LRTs like EigenLayer are down 13–15%. - Memes are retracing across the board. But a few assets are doing something different. $KERNEL is one of the only DeFi tokens posting a +7% move in this chop and it’s not hype-driven. It’s capital rotation. Why? Look at what’s behind it: - Kernel already has $2B+ in TVL across its ecosystem, that’s not speculative. - It’s the #1 restaking infra on BNB Chain, and #2 LRT infra on Ethereum, real traction across chains. - 25+ AVS/DVN integrations, 50+ protocols secured. - 8 major exchange listings already live. - About to go live with stablecoin vaults + RWA exposure, real yield, not narrative play. What this tells me: Big players are rotating into Kernel because it has distribution, product-market fit, and infra dominance on chains others aren’t even building on yet. This isn’t “next EigenLayer”. It’s something different. Kernel is expanding restaking to an entirely new surface area - BNB, RWA, infra apps. All secured by a shared base layer. You’re not early to restaking anymore. But you’re still early to the next restaking layer that scales beyond Ethereum. If you missed EigenLayer at $100M TVL — this is your replay button. https://kerneldao.com/restake/?utm_source=Mountains

📊 Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are gaining significant traction, recording a remarkable $534 million inflow over the past two days. In contrast, bitcoin ETFs experienced a decline, with $68 million in outflows. 💰 This marks the 13th consecutive day of inflows for ether ETFs, which have now accumulated $533.87 million. Blackrock’s ETHA led the charge, attracting $426.22 million, followed by Grayscale’s Ether Mini Trust with $72.64 million and Fidelity’s FETH adding $35.01 million. No ether ETF reported outflows, indicating strong bullish sentiment among investors. 📈 Trading volumes for ether ETFs remained steady at $1.97 billion, pushing net assets to $19.85 billion. Bitcoin ETFs, on the other hand, faced challenges due to significant redemptions from Bitwise’s BITB (down $42.27 million) and Ark 21Shares’ ARKB (down $33.18 million). A small inflow of $7.51 million into Grayscale’s GBTC was not enough to offset the overall negative trend. 🔄 Despite these outflows, trading activity for bitcoin ETFs remained robust at $4.01 billion, with net assets standing at $154.77 billion. This suggests that the current dip may be a temporary cooling-off period rather than a long-term trend reversal. 📉 As ether ETFs continue their impressive inflow streak and bitcoin ETFs navigate through minor turbulence, the market narrative appears to be shifting towards ether dominance in the short term.

🏛 The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the GENIUS Act with a vote of 308-122. This legislation is expected to significantly influence crypto adoption in the U.S. market. 📈 In the crypto market, Ethereum experienced a remarkable surge, climbing over 50% against Bitcoin and raising hopes for a potential rally towards $6,000. Meanwhile, XRP briefly reclaimed its all-time high of $3.40, pushing its market cap past $200 billion. 💰 In other news, Solana-based Pump successfully raised $600 million in just 12 minutes during its PUMP token sale. However, the token's price has since dropped close to its initial ICO level. 📉 Despite these highs, Binance founder CZ cautioned investors to prepare for more market dips, even as Bitcoin reaches new record prices.

🏛 On July 17, the U.S. House of Representatives made significant strides in the cryptocurrency sector by passing three key bills. This move aims to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets in the country. The bills include the GENIUS Act, which sets standards for U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins, the CLARITY Act that seeks to clarify the oversight roles of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act which prohibits the Federal Reserve from issuing a central bank digital currency (CBDC). 💬 Following the passage of these bills, White House Crypto Czar David Sacks expressed his approval on social media, stating, Massive wins for crypto in the House. Senator Tim Scott praised the GENIUS Act for promoting innovation and consumer protection, while Senator Cynthia Lummis called it a Huge win for Digital Assets! 📜 The GENIUS Act passed with a vote of 307–122 and is now awaiting President Donald Trump’s approval. It outlines reserve requirements and consumer protections for stablecoins. The CLARITY Act, which aims to delineate the regulatory responsibilities of the CFTC and SEC, passed with a vote of 294–134 and will move to the Senate for further consideration. 🗣 Tyler Winklevoss, co-founder of Gemini, hailed the day as a huge day for crypto, U.S. dollar dominance, and America. He emphasized the importance of the GENIUS Act in maintaining U.S. leadership in innovation. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, noted the historic significance of this legislation, stating, Tomorrow, the signing of the GENIUS Act cements the US’s future in being a leader in truly innovative financial technology–stablecoins. 📈 Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, highlighted the progress being made towards establishing clear regulations for the crypto industry in the United States. He stated, GENIUS ready to be signed into law. CLARITY heading the senate next. We are getting incredibly close to finally having clear rules for crypto to grow this industry in the United States of America.

1. Bitcoin Stats BTC climbs to $120480 and ETH witnesses a inflow of $17.5M. The broader market shows “greed” inclination. 2. Token to watch $MRSOON $0.5922 +90.16% $HOPR $0.0659 +77.64% 3. Daily focus Bitcoin and the broader crypto market are seeing increased institutional interest and policy clarity, as the US House passes major regulatory bills including the CLARITY and GENIUS Acts. Know more on CoinEx: https://www.coinex.com/s/4EO4 CoinEx——Your Crypto Trading Expert

📰 As the controversy surrounding Jeffrey Epstein resurfaces, Ron Paul, a longstanding critic of government power, highlights a deeper crisis of trust with transformative potential. He condemns the Department of Justice's recent statements regarding Epstein, arguing that their denial of a client list and insistence on suicide—despite contradicting evidence—illustrate a broader pattern of deception by government institutions. 👥 Paul points out that even close allies of Donald Trump, such as Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly, are openly skeptical, which he views as a hopeful sign of growing resistance to official narratives. He stresses that the issue is not merely isolated misconduct but systemic dishonesty ingrained in modern governance, encompassing everything from foreign wars to central bank manipulation. 📜 He lists foundational myths used to justify state overreach, claiming that regulations protect rather than oppress and that surveillance or gun control ensures safety. For Paul, dismantling these lies is essential for reviving liberty. He sees the surge in public mistrust as a unique opportunity to educate Americans on the principles of freedom, voluntaryism, and non-interventionism.

🏦 The Bank of Ghana (BOG) has announced a mandatory registration process for all Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) operating in the country. This initiative aims to gather data on the crypto industry as the central bank prepares to implement a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework. The registration deadline is set for August 15, 2025. 📋 The registration covers a wide range of virtual asset activities, including exchange services, wallet provision, transfer services, and the issuance or sale of virtual assets and stablecoins. Governor Johnson Asiama announced that the BOG plans to begin regulating VASPs by the end of September and will establish a dedicated digital asset unit. 🌍 The BOG emphasized that this registration process is designed to ensure that upcoming regulations are aligned with international best practices. All VASPs, regardless of their operational model, must complete the registration via an online form. The bank also warned that failure to register may result in regulatory sanctions. ⚠️ It is important to note that registration does not equate to a license to operate or imply legal recognition. The BOG reserves the right to issue further directives based on its assessment of the situation.

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In Part II of CoinEx Research’s InfoFi series, we explore the monetization of attention—turning social capital into financial assets. Here’s a quick look: Kaito: A gamified system that rewards content creation but risks fueling hype without long-term value. Noise: A marketplace for trading attention scores—attention as a speculative commodity. Cookie: Shifting from raw engagement to structured, AI-driven influence metrics. InfoFi could change the future of Web3, but challenges remain. Without decentralization and transparency, these systems risk amplifying noise over real influence. 🔍 Know more on CoinEx: https://www.coinex.com/s/4EBV #Crypto #InfoFi #CoinExResearch #AttentionEconomy #Blockchain

🌍 Global markets are currently facing significant challenges due to potential U.S. tariffs and the looming debt ceiling. Despite this, cryptocurrencies are showing unexpected stability, bolstered by institutional inflows, as highlighted by QCP Capital, a digital asset trading firm based in Singapore. 🗓 President Trump has imposed an August 1 deadline for trade deal progress, threatening 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea. This move has effectively reset months of negotiations. QCP notes that the “TACO” narrative continues, with Trump leaving a “narrow window for delay.” While markets currently expect rhetoric without action, QCP researchers warn that implementation would be “materially anti-growth.” 💰 This trade pressure coincides with the upcoming U.S. debt ceiling deadline in late August. QCP points out a paradox: fiscal spending, including debt interest, supports corporate profits and personal income, creating an illusion of a robust economy despite underlying risks. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell remains cautious, citing concerns over tariff-driven inflation while continuing quantitative tightening. 📈 In the crypto market, institutional adoption is deepening. QCP notes that Strategy has paused massive BTC buys but raised $4.2 billion for future accumulation. Other firms like Metaplanet plan to use BTC as collateral. Additionally, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is requesting revised filings for spot solana (SOL) ETFs by the end of the month, suggesting potential approval before the October 10 deadline. 📊 Currently, crypto volatility is near historic lows. Bitcoin (BTC) remains within 2-3% of all-time highs, supported by steady exchange-traded fund (ETF) and corporate treasury inflows. Equities are rallying and credit spreads are tightening as markets anticipate delayed tariffs, future rate cuts, and sustained fiscal deficits with global liquidity. ⚠️ QCP Capital concludes that while seasonal trends indicate mid-July stability, the convergence of U.S. policy decisions in Q3 and Q4 could trigger significant market volatility. They caution that the current calm may be the “calm before the storm.” Established in 2017 and headquartered in Singapore, QCP Capital provides institutional-grade digital asset trading and investment solutions globally.

In this bull run, hype is everywhere. Many projects now fight for followers before they even launch. KOL deals, airdrops, leaderboards — it’s all about buying more eyeballs. This is where InfoFi comes in. These new tools turn hype itself into tokens you can trade. Platforms like Kaito and Noise help people score, bet, and sell attention. But does this really help crypto grow? Or does it just create more fake hype? 🔍 CoinEx Research looks deeper: Why more attention doesn’t mean more trust How hidden algorithms decide who gets paid And why real reputation still matters more than likes and retweets InfoFi might be the next big thing — or the next bubble. Can we really price influence? And who controls it? 🔍 Know more on CoinEx: https://www.coinex.com/s/4EBP #Bitcoin #Crypto #InfoFi #CoinExResearch

🤝 Ripple is enhancing its RLUSD-powered stablecoin payments on a global scale through a partnership with Openpayd. This collaboration aims to integrate blockchain technology with fiat access to transform enterprise finance in key markets. 📅 On July 2, Openpayd announced its strategic integration with Ripple to offer a comprehensive solution for stablecoin and fiat payments. Openpayd will incorporate its fiat services—including multi-currency accounts and real-time payment rails—into Ripple Payments. This will enable businesses to conduct transactions in euros and British pounds within Ripple’s blockchain ecosystem, which covers over 90 payout markets. 🔧 A significant upgrade to Openpayd’s digital asset infrastructure includes direct minting and burning capabilities for Ripple USD (RLUSD). This allows businesses to easily convert between fiat and RLUSD while accessing Openpayd’s services through a single API. 🌐 Jack McDonald, Ripple’s SVP of Stablecoins, highlighted the importance of this partnership: The future of global finance depends on seamless interoperability between traditional infrastructure and digital assets. He added that this collaboration provides enterprises with reliable access to RLUSD, ensuring stability and compliance while facilitating real-world adoption of stablecoins at scale..

🔄 Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a significant shift after a remarkable 15-day inflow streak, recording a net outflow of $342 million. This marked the first outflow in over two weeks, with investors withdrawing $342.25 million from U.S. spot bitcoin funds. After more than two weeks of steady inflows, bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) finally hit the brakes. 📉 The outflows were primarily driven by Fidelity’s FBTC, which saw an exit of $172.73 million. Grayscale’s GBTC followed with a withdrawal of $119.51 million. Other funds like Ark 21Shares’ ARKB and Bitwise’s BITB also contributed to the outflow with withdrawals of $27.03 million and $22.98 million respectively. Despite these outflows, trading activity remained robust with $2.79 billion in value exchanged, bringing net assets down to $131.30 billion. 📈 In contrast, ether ETFs continued to show strength with their third consecutive day of inflows. Blackrock’s ETHA led the way with an injection of $54.84 million, while Grayscale’s ETHE added $9.96 million. Although there was a partial offset from a $24.11 million outflow from Fidelity’s FETH, the day still closed positively with $40.68 million in net inflows. Total value traded for ether ETFs reached $385.37 million, maintaining net assets at $9.95 billion. While bitcoin ETFs took a breather, ether products quietly continued their recovery, signaling a potential rebalancing of institutional interest as July begins.

🚀 The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) has introduced the African Currency Marketplace, a significant initiative aimed at diminishing the dependence on the U.S. dollar for trade within Africa. This project, developed in partnership with Afreximbank, the African Union Commission, and the AfCFTA Secretariat, seeks to facilitate cross-border payments using local currencies, marking a pivotal step towards financial integration on the continent. 💬 PAPSS CEO Mike Ogbalu emphasized that the platform allows transactions to be conducted entirely in local currencies without the need for foreign currency conversion, stating, no hard currency is involved . The system operates in real-time, 24/7, ensuring quick transaction finalization. It is supported by a network of 16 central banks, over 150 commercial banks, and 14 national switches. 💼 This development is crucial for large African enterprises, particularly airlines and industrial groups, which have encountered difficulties in repatriating funds due to exchange restrictions and currency depreciation. Ogbalu pointed out that over $2 billion is currently trapped in African countries where airlines operate, highlighting the necessity for this solution. 🔗 The African Currency Marketplace aims to minimize payment obstacles, improve operational security, and strengthen the monetary sovereignty of African nations. To this end, PAPSS has collaborated with Interstellar, the first pan-African blockchain infrastructure provider. Interstellar employs the Bantu network, an African blockchain that supports a comprehensive Know Your Customer (KYC) system and manages up to 43 African currencies. 🌐 Since its establishment in the West African monetary zone, PAPSS has broadened its network to 16 countries and plans to extend its coverage across the continent. The launch of the African Currency Marketplace coincides with the rapid growth of e-commerce in Africa. ⚠️ However, this initiative may provoke reactions from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has previously threatened to penalize countries pursuing de-dollarization. Despite these threats, PAPSS is committed to enabling African traders to utilize their local currencies for cross-border transactions. Rather than competing with existing financial institutions, the African Currency Marketplace aims to collaborate with banks, fintechs, and regulators to establish a fully integrated African monetary market.

💬 Changpeng Zhao (CZ), co-founder of Binance, recently declared that 0.1 BTC could represent the future of wealth ownership in America. This statement comes in light of a recent directive from U.S. housing authorities that may allow bitcoin to be used as reserve capital in mortgage applications. 🗣 Zhao's comments were made on social media platform X in response to William J. Pulte, Director of the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Pulte announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are preparing for the integration of cryptocurrencies into their operations. Zhao stated, This is great to see, BTC count as assets for mortgage! The current American Dream is to own a home. The future American Dream will be to own 0.1 BTC, which will be more than the value of a house in the U.S. 📜 Traditionally, mortgage applicants have been required to show liquid reserves in fiat currency, such as funds in checking or savings accounts. However, the FHFA's new directive marks a significant shift by allowing cryptocurrencies to be considered as reserve assets if they meet certain criteria. These include being verifiable, stored on U.S.-regulated exchanges, and subject to risk-based discounts. 🏠 The agency believes that incorporating digital assets could improve borrower assessments and increase access to homeownership. While some critics point to the volatility of cryptocurrencies and their uncertain regulatory status, supporters view the FHFA's decision as a major step towards legitimizing digital assets within the financial system. They argue that with proper oversight and risk management, this change could set a precedent for other federal agencies to consider the role of cryptocurrencies in the U.S. economy.

🌟 As the crypto market surges in 2025, two altcoins, Neo Pepe and Chainlink, are gaining significant attention. Neo Pepe's presale is currently in Stage 4 and has raised over $1.3 million at a token price of $0.08. This project stands out from typical meme tokens by utilizing a decentralized governance structure through its DAO, allowing token holders to vote and influence strategic decisions. 🔄 Meanwhile, Chainlink remains the leading decentralized oracle network, essential for secure interactions between smart contracts and real-world data. Both of these crypto assets offer innovative investment opportunities for those seeking long-term gains. 📉 In 2025, there has been a noticeable shift as investors are increasingly favoring cryptocurrencies over traditional tech stocks. This trend is largely driven by Bitcoin's remarkable rise to nearly $112,000, which contrasts sharply with the decline of major tech stocks like Nvidia and Tesla. Additionally, Bitcoin's adoption as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty, along with the approval of Bitcoin ETFs, has attracted institutional investors and boosted confidence in the crypto sector. 💪 Neo Pepe Coin and Chainlink are well-positioned to outperform traditional tech stocks in 2025. Neo Pepe enhances the meme coin concept with advanced tokenomics and transparent governance. It has a limited supply of 1 billion tokens and features an auto-liquidity mechanism managed by its community. Experts predict that $NEOP could appreciate to over $0.50 by the end of 2025. 🔗 On the other hand, Chainlink continues to play a crucial role in decentralized finance (DeFi) with its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) being adopted by major financial institutions. Currently trading at approximately $14.13, forecasts suggest that LINK could range between $12.30 and $39.20 by the end of 2025. 📈 Neo Pepe is rapidly emerging as a top contender in the meme coin space for 2025. Its presale strategy balances community engagement with sustainable token distribution. Notably, it features an auto-liquidity system designed to enhance long-term stability. This project is not just another trendy meme but a well-executed crypto initiative that embraces decentralization through its DAO governance. 🔍 To join the Neo Pepe movement, interested investors can visit the official website, connect their wallets, and acquire $NEOP tokens using ETH or USDT. Engaging in governance proposals allows them to influence the project's direction. 📢 This is a pivotal moment to invest in Neo Pepe and be part of a crypto asset poised for significant impact. Stay connected with the vibrant Neo Pepe community through their official Telegram channel for updates and engagement opportunities.

📈 XRP has experienced an explosive rally, delivering over 300% returns for investors, fueled by increasing regulatory clarity and its dominance in cross-border payments. Blockchain analytics firm Glassnode highlighted this remarkable performance, noting that XRP has surged above $2, reaching a price more than three times higher than before the rally that began in November 2024. XRP is trading above $2, more than 3x higher than its base price before the sharp rally in November 2024. Investors who accumulated earlier are sitting on over 300% gains, Glassnode stated. 💸 The firm also pointed out that in early June, investors began realizing profits at a rate of $68.8M per day, indicating a wave of distribution by early holders. A chart shared by Glassnode titled “ XRP: Realized Profit by Profit Margin,” showed a significant spike in realized profits starting around November 2024, coinciding with XRP's rapid price increase. 🔍 Market participants are closely watching XRP's performance following these substantial gains. The token's use in cross-border payment systems and the increasing regulatory clarity are seen as key strengths supporting its ongoing development. The rally and strong realized profits highlight the growing interest in XRP within the broader cryptocurrency market. ⚖️ Additional momentum has come from optimism surrounding the anticipated approval of the settlement between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding XRP. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse predicts that XRP will capture 14% of SWIFT’s global cross-border payments within five years, driven by its superior liquidity solutions over traditional messaging-based systems.