Category: Analysis

Pump.fun Reaches $800M in Lifetime Revenue

Key Notes Pump.fun hits $800M in lifetime revenue. 1% swap fee drives most of the platform’s earnings. Revenue model predates PumpSwap DEX launch. Solana-based SOL $181.1 24h volatility: 0.2% Market cap: $97.79 B Vol. 24h: $5.64 B meme coin launchpad Pump.fun has recorded a milestone of $800 million in lifetime revenue. It achieved this feat right at the time when meme coins began to show signs of a major comeback. Most of this revenue comes from Pump.fun’s 1% swap fee, an important feature that has made the launchpad appealing to…

Wall Street Pushes to Delay 2026 Crypto Rules

Key Notes Wall Street groups urge the Basel Committee to pause 2026 crypto banking rules. Trade bodies warn strict capital requirements could push crypto outside banks. SEC Chair Paul Atkins signals only a small fraction of tokens may be securities. A coalition of leading Wall Street trade groups is calling on global regulators to halt the rollout of strict crypto banking rules set to take effect in January 2026. In an August 19 letter to the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, eight associations warned that the rules would make it…

Brian Quintenz Eyes CFTC Chair Backed by Crypto Industry

Key Notes Major trader associations will support Quintenz to be sent to the White House. The White House recently stalled Quintenz’s confirmation for the second time. Representative Dina Titus called for an investigation into his ties with prediction platform Kalshi. Brian Quintenz, Donald Trump’s nominee for CFTC Commissioner, is seeking the help of the crypto industry as his nomination remains stalled at the moment. The White House has maintained silence since halting his Senate Agriculture Committee confirmation hearing three weeks ago. CFTC Nominee Brian Quintenz Engages Crypto Industry Brian Quintenz,…

Bitcoin Crashes Under $113K: Buy Signal or Panic?

Key Notes Social sentiment is at its most bearish since the June 22 panic sells. Over $40 billion in Open Interest highlights risky leveraged long positions. Institutions now hold 1.3 million BTC, steadily absorbing supply. On August 19, leading cryptocurrency BTC $113 833 24h volatility: 1.4% Market cap: $2.27 T Vol. 24h: $45.37 B slipped below $113,000, triggering fear in the market. The market is currently experiencing the most bearish sentiment seen since June’s geopolitical turmoil. Yet, while the crowd is bracing for more pain, some argue that history suggests…

Hacker Turns $53M Heist into $103M, Buys More ETH

Key Notes The exploiter previously made huge profits with the stolen assets. Now, they’re buying Ethereum again as the price plunged. The Radiant Capital Hacker is already in profit. The hacker group that stole $53 million from Radiant Capital, a cross-chain lending protocol, is making strong bets on Ethereum (ETH). Exploiter Purchases 2K Ethereum According to data from Lookonchain, the exploiter’s address purchased 2,109.5 ETH on DODO, an on-chain liquidity provider and decentralized exchange, for an average price of $4,096. The Radiant Capital hacker is buying the dip in $ETH!…

Cardano (ADA) Pulls Back, Will Bears Push It Lower Again?

Cardano price started a downside correction from the $1.020 zone. ADA is now showing some bearish signs and might decline toward $0.80. ADA price started a downside correction below the $0.920 support zone. The price is trading below $0.90 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.940 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could extend losses if it trades below the $0.80 region. Cardano Price Trims Gains After a steady increase, Cardano…

XRP Price Crashes Below $3, More Pain for Bulls?

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Ethereum Price Extends Losses – Is a Bigger Correction Underway?

Ethereum price started a downside correction below the $4,350 zone. ETH is still showing some bearish signs and might decline toward the $4,020 support zone. Ethereum started a fresh decline below the $4,350 and $4,220 levels. The price is trading below $4,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $4,350 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it settles below the $4,120 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Dips…

SoFi Technologies Adopts Bitcoin Lightning Network for Cross-Border Payments

Key Notes SoFi’s international transfers convert USD to Bitcoin, using the Lightning Network for real-time global remittances. Service begins in Mexico later this year, with transparent rates, 24/7 access, and phased expansion to new markets. SoFi is working to offer crypto services from 2023, and now, with the new crypto-friendly regulations, it is launching in 2025. SoFi Technologies (NASDAQ: SOFI) announced it will introduce a blockchain-powered international money transfer service later this year, making it one of the first US banks to leverage the Bitcoin Lightning Network for cross-border remittances.…

TRX Price Holds $0.35 Support as Justin Sun’s Tron Network Announces Metamask Integration

Key Notes Strategic MetaMask integration positions Tron for enhanced global accessibility and potential adoption growth across regions. Trading volume surged 10% to $1.25 billion following the partnership announcement despite widespread market weakness. Technical analysis suggests potential upside toward $0.37-$0.40 if current support levels hold above $0.34 moving average. Tron Network confirmed a strategic partnership enabling TRX to integrate directly into MetaMask, the world’s leading self-custodial crypto wallet. This move significantly strengthens user accessibility and increases the likelihood of higher on-chain adoption. “With TRON’s strong presence in Asia, this integration also…