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Highlights 🧵:

1/ Plasma’s XPL token has attracted significant interest, raising US$500 million in 40 minutes, following the successful IPO of stablecoin issuer Circle last week. Plasma is a Bitcoin sidechain designed for fast, scalable, and low-fee stablecoin transactions. Fully EVM-compatible, it supports a broad range of DeFi applications while leveraging Bitcoin’s security.

2/ Metaplanet unveils a massive US$5.4B Bitcoin acquisition plan to increase its holdings to 210,000 BTC by the end of 2027. If successful, this move would make Metaplanet the second largest holder of Bitcoin among public companies, behind Michael Saylor’s Strategy. Currently holding 8,888 BTC, Metaplanet aims to reach 21,000 BTC by the end of 2026 under its previous 21 million plan.

3/ Coinbase has announced plans to enable DEX trading, allowing users to trade thousands of Base assets directly within the app. This development marks a strategic expansion for Coinbase, enhancing user access to a broader range of assets through seamless, in-app decentralized trading from launch.

Geopolitical headwinds keep markets risk-off, while the Fed held rates with a cautious 2025 view.

In this backdrop, stablecoins take spotlight with 250B supply & GENIUS Act passage.

Stay ahead with this week’s market commentary from #Binance Research ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-06-20/

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ JPMorgan plans to launch JPMD, a digital token representing commercial deposits on the Base network. The token will initially be accessible to select institutional clients with plans to expand availability to a broader range of traders pending regulatory approval.

2/ Walmart and Amazon consider(s) launching their own stablecoins to streamline payment processes in their e-commerce segment, which could help save billions in banking fees.

3/ Tron is set to go public through a reverse merger deal with Nasdaq-listed SRM entertainment orchestrated by Dominari Securities. The new venture plans to acquire and hold Tron tokens, adopting an approach similar to that of Strategy, which could potentially make Tron Inc the first U.S. company to hold its blockchain’s native token as a corporate reserve.

Geopolitical events fuel weekend volatility, Bitcoin bounces back strongly, reclaiming US$100K.

Bitcoin dominance continues to edge higher, as altseason remains elusive.

Stay ahead with this week’s market commentary from #Binance Research ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-06-27

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ The Fed has dropped ‘reputational risk’ from its bank rules, making it easier for banks to work with crypto companies. Despite this change, the Federal Reserve Board said it still expects banks to maintain strong risk management practices that comply with all relevant laws and regulations.

2/ Ripple Labs was denied a joint motion filed with the SEC requesting an indicative ruling to expedite resolution in their long-running legal battle. The court ruled that Ripple and the SEC cannot use their settlement agreement to overturn the permanent injunction on the company’s institutional XRP sales.

3/ The FHFA orders Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with over US$7T in assets, to recognize crypto assets in mortgage applications. The proposed shift comes amid broader calls from Pulte — who is also chairman of the board for both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac — to modernize housing infrastructure.

In our latest report, we provide an overview of the crypto industry by highlighting projects across multiple sectors.

We spotlight themes such as BTCFi, AI in DeFi, Privacy and others in this report.

Check it out 🔽
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/industry-map-jun25/

Time to look at July's market insights!

Discover the current market landscape and key insights on:
🔸 BTC Reaction to Geopolitics
🔸 Crypto in Public Markets
🔸 Stablecoins
🔸 DEX-CEX Volumes
…and more.

Read here ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/monthly-market-insights-2025-07/

Markets seesaw on jobs data and rate outlook as DXY logs worst H1 in decades.

Tokenized equities gain pace into a week when the new tax bill and 90D tariff pause end come into focus.

Stay ahead with this week’s market commentary from #Binance Research ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-07-04/

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ Robinhood has launched 200 tokenized U.S.-listed equities for European markets, enabling trading 24 hours a day, five days a week, using a price-tracking derivative contract. However, users can only buy or sell tokens on the platform and cannot transfer them externally; ownership of the underlying stock remains with Robinhood rather than with the users.

2/ Solana’s first U.S. spot staking ETF, the REX-Osprey Solana + Staking ETF, launched with US$33M in trading volume on its first day. While awaiting SEC approval, the ETF has been registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, ensuring strict investor protections. Consequently, the fund must hold assets with a qualified custodian. The founders selected Anchorage Digital, the only federally regulated crypto bank authorized for both custody and staking of digital assets.

3/ The SEC put on hold its approval for Grayscale’s mixed crypto fund to convert into an ETF, just one day after granting it, citing the need for further review of its multi-asset structure. The conversion, if eventually successful, could pave the way for broader approval of other crypto fund proposals. The fund is currently traded over-the-counter by accredited investors and is primarily composed of BTC (~80% of the portfolio), followed by ETH (~11%) and smaller allocations to SOL, ADA, and XRP.

Markets are riding high as Bitcoin and tech stocks hit all-time highs.

But two key tests lie ahead:
👉 Tariff-driven inflation data
👉 The kickoff of earnings season

How long can the optimism hold?

Stay ahead with this week’s market commentary from #Binance Research ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-07-11/

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ Ethereum Foundation announced a new organizational structure, expanding its core teams around four pillars, including enterprise relations, developer growth, app relations & research, and founder success. The foundation has identified two primary objectives: first, to expand the adoption of Ethereum by maximizing the number of individuals who directly or indirectly engage with the platform and benefit from its core values; and second, to enhance the resilience of Ethereum’s technical and social infrastructure, a crucial measure for safeguarding against potential security breaches.

2/ Jack Dorsey has introduced Bitchat, an offline messaging app that operates without the need for internet connectivity, servers, or user accounts. Bitchat aims to deliver fully decentralized communication through Bluetooth mesh networks, enabling “pure encrypted communication” without relying on central infrastructure or account setup, thereby prioritizing user privacy and offline accessibility. The app is currently in beta testing on TestFlight.

3/ Apple has approved SaruTobi, the first iOS game to integrate Bitcoin microtransactions. The approval notably includes the integration of ZBD's Lightning technology, enabling seamless in-app payments and rewards without the need to access external sites or wallets. Players can use small amounts of Bitcoin to purchase power-ups or retries and earn micro-rewards, known as "sats," through gameplay.

Binance Research presents our comprehensive industry report for the first half of 2025.

Discover the top crypto market dynamics from early 2025 and key trends shaping the rest of the year.

Read the full report here 🔽
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/half-year-report-2025

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ The United States House of Representatives has passed the CLARITY Act, the GENIUS Act, and the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act. This signals a legislative focus on enhancing regulatory clarity, promoting innovation, and protecting privacy in the digital asset space. These legislative efforts aim to create a supportive environment that drives growth and competitiveness in the digital asset sector, positioning U.S as a leader in the space.

2/ Block will be added to the S&P 500 index effective July 23, reflecting the increasing mainstream adoption of digital payments and cryptocurrency. Block has evolved from a payments processor into a diversified FinTech firm offering peer-to-peer transfers, merchant services, and consumer lending, following FDIC approval for consumer loans via its Cash App Borrow product. Additionally, the company is integrating Bitcoin payment functionality into its Square terminals, reflecting CEO Jack Dorsey’s long standing support for cryptocurrency. These strategic developments have contributed to Block’s growing prominence, supporting its inclusion in the S&P 500 index.

3/ The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the listing of ProShares’ 2x leveraged XRP ETF on the NYSE Arca exchange. The leveraged ETF utilizes regulated futures contracts instead of directly holding the underlying tokens. Futures-based ETFs have traditionally helped pave the way for spot ETFs by allowing regulators to assess liquidity, pricing, and investor protections—essential considerations when evaluating spot ETF proposals.

🔎 Check out our latest publications:
• Half-Year Report 2025
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/half-year-report-2025

#BNB hits a new all-time high, supported by rising corporate treasury allocations and growing ecosystem utility.

Explore the structural drivers in our latest report ➡️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/bnb-at-ath-the-result-of-long-term-structural-drivers/

Markets remain elevated as meme stocks make a comeback and altseason appears to be knocking at the door. Are the worst of the tariff and inflation worries behind us?

Get the full picture in this week’s market commentary from #Binance Research ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-07-25

Happy Monday! Start your week with Binance Bytes, a snapshot of the latest market developments.

Highlights 🧵:

1/ Stablecoin leader Tether announces renewed strategy to enter the U.S. market through the launch of a dedicated domestic token. The recently passed GENIUS Act, which establishes a regulatory framework for stablecoins, has the potential to accelerate Tether’s expansion efforts within the United States while helping the company mitigate recent compliance challenges encountered in the European Union, thereby further reinforcing its status as the dominant stablecoin utilized worldwide.

2/ Polymarket targets U.S. market re-entry through $112 million acquisition of a CFTC-registered derivatives exchange QCEX. Polymarket experienced a surge in popularity leading up to the U.S. presidential election last November, attracting billions of dollars in trading volume; however, it has been officially restricted to U.S. users since 2022. Consequently, U.S. users have increasingly migrated to Kalshi as an alternative trading platform. With this new initiative, Polymarket aims to restore access for American users and provide a level playing field for trading opinions.

3/ Binance announces integration of Circle’s yield-bearing USYC token to expand collateral solutions for institutional clients, to be used for derivatives trading. The collaboration aims to support growing demand for tokenized Real-World Assets (RWAs) among Binance’s institutional clients, driven in part by the near doubling of interest in tokenized U.S. Treasuries since early 2025. Executives from both companies have highlighted that this integration represents a significant step toward more efficient and accessible capital markets for institutional investors.

The AI supercycle and hawkish monetary stance are driving market divergence. Positive developments in policy frameworks signal a new era of innovation.

Read the full report here ⬇️
https://www.binance.com/en/research/analysis/weekly-market-commentary-2025-08-01