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The present outlook of the crypto market is marked by the recent milestone achieved by Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. Yesterday (June 21), Bitcoin surpassed the $30,000 price mark, which shows a significant recovery from its previous price levels.
This achievement has generated positive sentiment within the Bitcoin community and has had a notable impact on the overall crypto market.
But while the recent growth in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies is promising, some crypto analysts believe that this surge may not be sustainable in the long term. They suggest that Bitcoin’s price might decline from its present position, potentially leading to a correction or even a bearish trend.
As such, investors and traders must exercise caution and conduct thorough research before making any financial decisions in the crypto market.
Bitcoin Maintains Bullish Trend As Market Trading Volume Rises
Bitcoin has exhibited a sustained bullish trend over the past three days, showcasing notable price movement and reaching significant milestones.
Between June 19 and June 21, Bitcoin surged from the $26,000 price range to hit $30,000. It is trading at $30,206 today, reflecting a price growth of 4.44% within 24 hours.
This upward momentum in Bitcoin’s price has had a positive impact on the overall crypto market. The entire cryptocurrency market capitalization has reached $1.18 trillion, indicating an increase of 3.94% in the past day.
Furthermore, the trading volume of the crypto market has also experienced a significant boost. With an overall trading volume of $58.06 billion, there has been an impressive increase of 18.45% within 24 hours.
The DeFi Market Status
The decentralized finance (DeFi) market is witnessing significant gains in trading volume and market capitalization.
At the time of this piece, the DeFi market has experienced an increase of 15.90% in trading volume and a 4.63% rise in market capitalization, standing at more than $3.5 billion and $46.95 billion, respectively.
Within the DeFi ecosystem, there has been a recent shift in the rankings, according to CoinMarketCap. The Dai (DAI) token, which previously held the top position, has been surpassed by Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC).
This change in ranking is primarily driven by the difference in market capitalization between the two tokens. WBTC has seen a trading volume surge of 4.51%, contributing to its increased market capitalization. On the other hand, DAI’s trading volume has experienced a decline, as it is currently down by less than 16.63%.
The NFT Market Overview
The present state of the NFT (Non-Fungible Token) market shows a slight recovery from the previous day’s downturn.
Within a space of 24 hours, the trading volume of the NFT market has surged slightly by 20.05%, reaching over $33 million. Also, the market capitalization of the market currently stands at $3,630,609,600.
Stablecoin Market
The stablecoin market is experiencing increased trading volume, with a 17% rise within 24 hours, totaling $54,166,134,989. However, the market cap of the stablecoin market has seen a slight decline of 0.03% while still holding above $128.66 billion.
Despite these overall market conditions, the majority of major coins within the stablecoin market are struggling to make significant gains. Their price movements range mostly between 0.01% and 0.9%, indicating a relatively stagnant or modest performance.
Recent Developments Within The Crypto Ecosystem
Despite the regulatory crackdown on virtual tokens, some communities within the crypto ecosystem continue to expand their crypto services, demonstrating resilience and attracting investor confidence.
These communities include Ripple, Shiba Inu, and even some NFTs. These developments and expansion keep these assets afloat amid the strict stance of the SEC and other regulatory agencies. Here’s a peek into some of the recent developments in the digital asset industry.
Ripple Acquires MPI Approval
Ripple has achieved a significant milestone in the crypto industry by securing in-principle approval for a Major Payments Institution (MPI) license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Sources reveal that the approval brings Ripple among the first < 20 firms to receive recognition for digital payment token operations. More so, through the approval, the Singapore-based arm of the firm can provide digital payments token products that are regulated.
Ripple’s CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, expressed excitement about the achievement and commended Singapore for its forward-thinking approach to crypto.
This development sets the stage for Ripple to expand its customer base and promote using crypto-enabled payments in Singapore and across the Asia-Pacific region.
Moreover, the company has experienced significant growth in APAC, expanding its Singapore office workforce to meet the rising demand.
Popular Figure Encourages the Purchase of XRP Tokens
In a surprising move, prominent crypto influencer and Bitcoin maximalist Crypto Rover has endorsed XRP as a must-have asset in his portfolio.
He expressed confidence in Ripple’s legal battle and predicted an anticipated agitation of XRP FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Crypto Rover invested $250,000 in XRP over the past few weeks while reducing his altcoin holdings.
The endorsement generated enthusiasm from the XRP community, with supporters highlighting Ripple’s stock as a crucial investment and emphasizing its potential in traditional financial markets.
The sentiment aligns with the growing optimism surrounding Ripple’s lawsuit against the SEC, especially with the release of the Hinman emails.
XRP’s market performance has also reflected increasing interest, as it has risen in market share and maintained a strong position among top cryptocurrencies amid the ongoing legal proceedings.
Updates on Shibacals Product Utility
In another recent report, Shytoshi Kusama, the lead developer of Shiba Inu, unveiled some highly anticipated updates, including introducing a mysterious physical product.
He shared this development through a blog post, where he introduced Shibacals: Authenticated Collectibles.
The primary function of Shibacals is to make an authentication layer for collectibles available. This is achievable using Near Field Communication (NFC) chips to authenticate physical items digitally.
Kusama emphasized the project’s focus on aesthetic appeal and authenticity while also highlighting the innovative aspect of digitally authenticating physical items through NFC chips.
He mentioned that well-established companies like eBay already authenticate physical items, but Shiba Inu’s approach sets them apart by combining digital authentication, in-house item creation, and blockchain transactions.
NFC Features
One notable feature of the NFC chips used in Shibacals is their ability to link to dynamic destinations, opening up a myriad of opportunities for businesses.
Kusama mentioned that individuals who sell products on platforms like Etsy or have their websites could easily incorporate a Shibacal NFC tag and decide how they want to utilize it for their creations.
Shiba Inu Collaborates With Champion Apparels
Additionally, Shiba Inu partnered with Champion Apparels to create SHIB-themed merchandise, fulfilling the desires of the Shiba Inu community.
The community had been advocating for SHIB-themed hoodies, with a Shiba Inu influencer named SHIB_Head initiating the campaign in 2022.
Following the campaign’s success, Champion agreed to collaborate with Shiba Inu to produce SHIB-themed apparel, marking the first use of authentication tags and NFC chips for such merchandise.
Bitcoin’s Development Continues, Stretching to the Euronext Amsterdam Stock Exchange
A new equity exchange-traded fund (ETF) has been launched in the Netherlands, providing Dutch investors with access to a diverse portfolio of Bitcoin-related firm stocks.
The ETF from a French-based investment company, Melanion Capital, surfaced on June 22, available on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange.
It introduces a novel approach to investing in the Bitcoin ecosystem by tracking the Melanion Bitcoin Exposure Index, which consists of European and American stocks closely linked to the market price of Bitcoin.
This ETF complies with the regulatory framework known as Undertakings for the Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS) established by the European Commission.
Through the UCITS, investment firms can easily register and trade products throughout the European Union. This process complies with investor and regulatory protection requirements.
While the ETF aims to remain correlated to Bitcoin’s market performance, the establishment of a minimum correlation threshold has not been disclosed. Notably, users can also access Melanion’s Bitcoin Equities ETF on the Euronext Milan stock and Euronext Paris stock exchanges.
Regulatory Events And Updates In The Crypto Asset Ecosystem
Recent updates in the crypto regulatory system have highlighted a surge in ongoing cases between the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and various digital asset exchanges.
Notably, Binance, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has faced strict allegations from the SEC, leading to intensified scrutiny of its operations. Another prominent case involves Ripple Labs, the company behind the cryptocurrency XRP.
The SEC filed a lawsuit against Ripple Labs in December 2020, alleging that the company conducted an unregistered securities offering by selling XRP tokens.
Since then, Ripple Labs has been actively defending itself against the SEC’s claims. Here are more details on recent happenings between these parties.
Binance CEO Claims SEC Made Unclear Statements on the Exchange’s Virtual Assets
Legal proceedings between Binance.US, Binance, their CEO, CZ, and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have taken an interesting turn.
The legal teams representing these parties filed a motion on June 21 in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, accusing the SEC of making “misleading” statements in a press release issued on June 17. They also requested the financial regulator to adhere to the appropriate rules of conduct.
The motion rose in response to the claim of the SEC Enforcement Director, Gurbir Grewal, noting that Binance and CZ could commingle the crypto holdings of customers and divert them.
It also referred to an order demanding all parties involved in the lawsuit to return to the United States. However, the legal teams argued that the SEC lacked evidence of any dissipation, commingling, or misuse of Binance.US customer assets.
They criticized the SEC’s press release for potentially confusing the market and harming Binance.US customers instead of safeguarding their interests.
Furthermore, they expressed concerns about the press release misleadingly describing the evidence relating to the defendants, which could affect the jury’s impartiality.
Binance Deals with Scrutiny in Brazil
Deputy Alfredo Gaspar, a participant of the Chamber of Deputies in Brazil, formally requested to summon Guilherme Haddad, the director of Binance Brazil, to testify before the Brazilian parliament.
This request aligns with the active investigation by the Parliamentary Commission of Inquiry into suspected schemes in Brazil. The vote on the request is scheduled to take place on June 27. The summoning of Haddad follows a global regulatory crackdown on Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange.
Authorities in France, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Brazil have scrutinized the company, bringing international attention to its operations. Deputy Gaspar claims pyramid schemes in Brazil used Binance to facilitate asset transfers.
As such, it is crucial to understand its connection with B Fintech, the exchange’s operations, and its involvement with companies facing legal action for harming Brazilian consumers.
Purpose Of The Call
The intent behind the summons is also driven by the fact that Binance is facing scrutiny from regulators worldwide, including the Federal Police in Brazil and Federal Prosecutor’s Office. There’s a belief that the exchange was involved in helping clients evade a stop order on digital asset derivatives investments.
Notably, the Brazil Securities and Exchange Commission has been pressuring Binance to cease offering Bitcoin futures products to Brazilian customers. However, Binance has yet to respond or comment regarding the latest summons from Deputy Gaspar or the ongoing investigations.
XRP is in Danger of Standing on the Negative Side of the IMF Docs and XC Platform
According to a recent report, a prominent XRP community influencer, WrathofKahneman (WOK), expressed doubts about the implied favorable treatment of the proposed XC platform and documents from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The IMF had previously published an article in September 2018 that highlighted the potential of XRP for secure cross-border payments, which caught the attention of the XRP community.
The recent release of a similar report discussing the IMF’s proposed XC platform further fueled optimism among XRP supporters, who believed it signified the IMF’s intention to incorporate XRP into transnational settlements.
The Contradicting Viewpoint
However, WOK disagrees with the positive interpretation of these documents and proposals. He suggested that they may not necessarily be as favorable to XRP as initially perceived.
WOK has identified several concerns the documents and proposal raised, including a requirement that central banks open their financial reserves to international private corporations to utilize the XC platform. This aspect of the proposal is particularly troubling to WOK.
The XC platform, designed to enhance cross-border payments, acts as a central hub for secure trading of digital representations of central bank reserves among various participants, such as commercial banks and payment providers.
WOK pointed out that the IMF documents mention Ripple and highlight other technologies like the Bitcoin Lightning Network and Stellar, indicating that Ripple is not necessarily unique in this context.
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