Category: Reviews

Banks for Crypto Super App, Coinbase’s Brian Armstrong Sets New Target

Key Notes American cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase plans to displace traditional banks with a crypto super app. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is irked by the shortfalls of the current banking system. He has promised 4% Bitcoin rewards with the coming of the crypto super app. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong may have found a way that the cryptocurrency sector can operate without the input of traditional banks. He hinted at plans to roll out a crypto super app, which will offer credit card services, payments, and even Bitcoin (BTC) rewards. Should this…

XRP Price Rally to $10 Remains Intact on Strong XRP ETF Debut

Key Notes On-chain data shows sustained accumulation, reinforcing expectations of an XRP price move toward $5–$5.50 in Q4. The Rex-Osprey XRP ETF (XRPR) launched with strong demand, generating $37 million in first-day trading volume. The SEC’s approval of new listing standards for crypto ETFs has strengthened market confidence, driving XRP price higher. Ripple’s native cryptocurrency XRP has been under selling pressure, correcting 5% over the past week. However, crypto market analysts continue to stay bullish with expectations of a rally to $10 and beyond. The successful debut of Rex-Osprey XRP…

BitGo Gunning for IPO after Massive Revenue Surge

Key Notes BitGo files for US IPO, ticker BTGO, led by Goldman Sachs and Citigroup. Revenue surged 4x in H1 2025 to $4.19B, with $90B in assets under custody. CEO Michael Belshe keeps control via dual-class share structure. Crypto custody giant BitGo has filed for a US IPO, looking to ride the wave of booming demand for digital asset infrastructure. The Palo Alto-based firm plans to list its Class A shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BTGO. BitGo has experienced rapid growth, reporting $4.19 billion in…

Bitcoin to Go Boring, Claims Saylor amid ETF Inflows

Key Notes Michael Saylor says Bitcoin will feel boring as volatility fades. Bitcoin ETFs pulled in $223M on September 19, led by BlackRock. Altcoin rotation is slowing, with attention shifting back to Bitcoin. Bitcoin might be losing some of its thrill, according to MicroStrategy chairman Michael Saylor. As big institutions pour into the market, the extreme volatility that once defined Bitcoin is starting to fade. “You want the volatility to decrease so the mega institutions feel comfortable entering the space and size,” Saylor said on the Coin Stories podcast. But…

YZi Labs Expands Ethena Labs Stake as USDe Stablecoin Surges Past $14 Billion

Key Notes Investment firm formerly known as Binance Labs strengthens position in synthetic stablecoin provider amid sector growth. Funding will drive USDe adoption through exchange partnerships, BNB Chain expansion, and institutional settlement solutions. ENA token experiences 24% decline from recent highs despite strategic backing, trading around $0.67 currently. YZi Labs, formerly Binance Labs, a major digital asset investment firm, announced today, September 19, that it has boosted its stake in Ethena Labs following the rapid expansion of Ethena’s synthetic stablecoin, USDe, which recently surpassed $14 billion in market capitalization. The…

Helius Launches Latest Solana Treasury with $500 Million Private Placement

Key Notes Helius Medical’s $500M private placement makes it the second-largest Solana treasury holder after Forward Industries. Solana staking deposits climbed from 400.8M to 411.3M SOL tokens, adding $2.5 billion in value over one week. SOL price faces critical $240 support test with potential rebound targets at $250 or downside risk to $214. On Friday, Sept. 19, Nasdaq-listed Helius Medical Technologies (HSDT) announced the completion of a $500 million private placement to establish a Solana ETH $4 450 24h volatility: 3.2% Market cap: $537.15 B Vol. 24h: $28.28 B treasury…

Chainlink Signs RWA Deal with DualMint While Analysts Target $100 LINK Price

Key Notes DualMint creates “Boring Index Vault” financing laundromats and vending machines through blockchain liquidity solutions. Chainlink provides Data Feeds and Proof of Reserve services while receiving percentage of DualMint’s native token supply. LINK forms 45-month cup-and-handle pattern with analyst price targets reaching $100-125 from current $24.50 levels. Chainlink LINK $23.47 24h volatility: 4.5% Market cap: $15.93 B Vol. 24h: $1.16 B has welcomed DualMint, a platform designed to connect street-level businesses with decentralized finance (DeFi), into its BUILD program. The collaboration highlights Chainlink’s growing focus on tokenizing real-world assets…

Trust Wallet Token (TWT) Price Rallies 74% After Latest Statements from Changpeng Zhao

Key Notes Binance co-founder’s endorsement triggered TWT’s breakout above $1.33, marking its highest level in 2025 amid 400% volume surge. New tokenomics litepaper introduces tiered loyalty rewards and enhanced community programs to drive real-world adoption. Technical indicators remain bullish despite 14% correction, with next resistance target at $1.35 and support at $0.87. Trust Wallet TWT $1.13 24h volatility: 20.1% Market cap: $467.14 M Vol. 24h: $393.40 M price rallied 74% on Friday, Sept. 19, as Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao shared forward-looking remarks on upcoming use cases for the ecosystem. Zhao…

Smart Whale Opens $100M Long on ETH With 25x Leverage, Now Losing $2M

Key Notes Whale trader purchased 21,966 ETH at $4,550 using $3.99 million margin for nearly $100 million exposure position. Despite 81% historical win rate, some analysts report this could be a delta-neutral trading strategy rather than directional. Ethereum shows mixed signals with cooling momentum and conflicting whale activity creating market uncertainty. A smart whale—a large trader with a solid winning track record—is bullish on Ethereum ETH $4 468 24h volatility: 3.2% Market cap: $539.41 B Vol. 24h: $28.27 B , opening a nearly $100 million long position on ETH with…

Michigan Advances Bill to Allow Up to 10% Crypto Holdings in State Funds

Key Notes The legislation aims to create financial stability during periods of economic recession and high unemployment. Michigan joins Arizona, New Hampshire, and Texas in advancing cryptocurrency reserve legislation at state level. Nearly two dozen additional states including Illinois, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania have similar bills under review. The US state of Michigan recently advanced a bill to establish a 10% cryptocurrency reserve. The legislation has been referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The legislation, dubbed House Bill 4087, was originally introduced on February 13, 2025. It was initially referred…