Macro strategist Raoul Pal commended Robinhood Markets&#8216; (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) decision to launch tokenized stock offerings on Monday, describing it as &#8220;democratization of finance.&#8221;



What happened: In an X post, Pal was reacting to a video of Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev introducing the so-called "stock tokens," which will allow users in Europe to gain exposure to U.S. private companies such as SpaceX and OpenAI.



"The end of public vs. private markets is beginning. Capital formation too is more efficient in crypto markets. Lending markets too," Pal said.&nbsp;



The former Goldman Sachs executive deemed it as &#8220;democratization of finance&#8221; and predicted that the trend would only accelerate from here.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The end of public vs private markets is beginning. Capital formation too is more efficient in crypto markets. Lending markets too. This is democratization of finance and it&#39;s only going to accelerate from here&#8230; <a href="https://t.co/Z7fsKnzLul">https://t.co/Z7fsKnzLul</a>&mdash; Raoul Pal (@RaoulGMI) <a href="https://twitter.com/RaoulGMI/status/1939741800203526301?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Why It Matters: Robinhood <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/25/06/46174854/robinhood-just-made-crypto-simpler-and-way-more-powerful">unveiled a suite of products</a> during its event in France for its European customers. Apart from stock and ETF tokens, it introduced cryptocurrency perpetual futures for the EU region.



The firm has made a case to tokenize private stocks, encouraging policymakers to explore the untapped potential of blockchains in the U.S. capital markets. It even <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45537142/robinhoods-push-to-bring-wall-street-on-blockchainbrokerage-firm-submits-proposal-to-sec-to-regulate-tokenized-assets">proposed a federal framework</a> to the SEC last month for bringing real-world assets on-chain



Some of the most disruptive tech companies in the U.S. are privately held, including Elon Musk's SpaceX and Sam Altman-founded OpenAI. SpaceX's valuation is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/space/25/06/45764046/elon-musk-dismisses-reports-that-spacex-is-valued-at-480-billion-says-it-sounds-too-high-predicts-its-revenue-will-exceed-nasas-budget-in-2026">estimated</a> to be around $350 billion



Price Action:&nbsp; Shares of Robinhood rose 3.12% in after-hours trading after closing 12.8% higher at $93.63 during Monday&#8217;s trading session, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;380nj0&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;MTEyOTAyOTcxMy4xNzEzMzY0NTYy&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTcxNDk4MzIzMi42LjEuMTcxNDk4OTE0Ni4wLjAuMA.." target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>. Year-to-date, the stock has exploded more than 150%.



HOOD exhibited high Momentum and Growth scores as of this writing. Looking to filter out the top performers for a crypto-specific portfolio? Go to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings</a>.



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Raoul Pal Says Robinhood Letting Users Trade OpenAI, SpaceX Through Blockchain Is 'Democratization Of Finance' — End Of Public Vs Private Markets Has Begun

Cryptocurrency markets opened the week with sideways price action ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech scheduled for Tuesday. 



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Ticker</td><td>Price</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>$107,285.07</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td><td>$2,488.00</td></tr><tr><td>Solana</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td><td>$155.89</td></tr><tr><td>XRP</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td><td>$2.22</td></tr><tr><td>Dogecoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td><td>$0.1646</td></tr><tr><td>Shiba Inu</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td><td>$0.00001140</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Notable Statistics:



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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume decreasing by 6.9% and daily active addresses falling by 10.5%. Transactions greater than $100,000 are up from 7,560 to 7,612 in a single day. Exchanges netflows are down by 613.9%.</li>



<li>Coinglass data reports 94,334 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $251.96 million.</li>



<li>Glassnode data <a href="https://x.com/AltCryptoGems/status/1939735664678838545">shows</a> Bitcoin wallets holding more than $1 million in BTC increased sharply in recent weeks.</li>
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Top Losers:



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Ticker</td><td>Price&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>DeXe</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">DEXE</a>)</td><td>$7.54</td></tr><tr><td>Maple Finance</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">SYRUP</a>)</td><td>$0.5575</td></tr><tr><td>Sei</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">SEI</a>)</td><td>$0.2869</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Trader Notes:  Crypto trader CryptoCon pointed out that today marks day 195 of sideways Bitcoin price action since Dec. 18, 2024. 



Despite the ongoing bull cycle, Bitcoin has spent most of its time in a grinding, non-directional range. 



According to him, only 36 days during this stretch have delivered meaningful upside, while the rest have been defined by brutal, slow consolidation.



Zooming out, CryptoCon noted that Bitcoin has now spent over two years in largely directionless movement, with periodic rallies giving the illusion of trend strength—when in reality, the broader structure has been defined by stagnation and new lows.



"You're surviving the slowest overall cycle yet, but it's not finished," he emphasized.



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Meanwhile, Ted Pillows <a href="https://x.com/TedPillows/status/1939734089122119803">observed</a> that Bitcoin has been consolidating just below its all-time high for over a month. 



With the S&amp;P 500 recently breaking to new highs, he believes Bitcoin is primed to follow suit, forecasting a potential breakout above $120,000 to signal the next major leg up.



Javon Marks <a href="https://x.com/JavonTM1/status/1939664986650956101">identified</a> $116,652 as a near-term breakout level. 



Current price action just beneath this mark shows bullish signs, and a decisive move above it could ignite a rally to $165,000 or higher, a gain of over 50% from current levels. 



He views this as a likely continuation of the broader bull cycle rather than a top formation.



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Bitcoin Steady, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Turn Green As Traders Bemoan 'The Slowest Cycle Yet'

BIMA, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform focused on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)-backed stablecoins, announced on Monday the launch of real-yield vaults for its USBD stablecoin in collaboration with Bracket, a DeFi strategy provider supported by Binance Labs.



The partnership will allow BIMA users to access on-chain yield strategies without selling its Bitcoin.



Bracket's infrastructure will power these vaults, offering secure, policy-managed smart contracts, institutional-grade accounting, and verified net asset value reporting.



USBD is a Bitcoin-backed stablecoin that is over-collateralized by Bitcoin derivatives and offers a capital-efficient structure. Unlike traditional stablecoins such as USDC (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDC</a>) or USDT (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDT</a>), USBD is designed to support multiple yield strategies within the crypto ecosystem. 



Users can either deposit Bitcoin or stake BTC to mint USBD, using liquid staking tokens as collateral.



Bracket's system will provide the backend for BIMA's yield vaults, enabling the integration of institutional-grade yield opportunities directly within BIMA's ecosystem. 



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This setup is aimed at Bitcoin holders seeking yield without liquidating their positions.



Sid Sridhar, founder and CEO of BIMA, said the partnership is intended to provide Bitcoin holders with access to yield strategies that do not require exiting Bitcoin exposure.



Mike Wasyl, co-founder and CEO of Bracket, said the collaboration will deliver scalable yield solutions for Bitcoin-native users.



BIMA's recent mainnet launch introduced over-collateralization safeguards, a stability pool to manage under-collateralized positions, and wallet integrations with platforms such as Ledger, MetaMask and XVerse.



These features enable users to mint USBD through a step-by-step process while maintaining direct Bitcoin exposure.



The vault system is intended to make yield-generating strategies available to both institutional and retail participants, offering a range of risk profiles from conservative to growth-oriented.



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New Bitcoin-Backed Stablecoin Vaults Offer Yield Strategies Without Requiring BTC Sales

Wall Street veteran and Fundstrat co-founder Tom Lee is set to bring Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) into the spotlight, with plans to position BitMine Immersion Technologies (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMNR#AMEX">BMNR</a>) as the &#8216;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/25/06/46089976/tom-lee-says-microstrategy-could-outpace-bitcoin-gains-goes-up-a-lot-more-as-btc-rallies">MicroStrategy of Ethereum.</a>&#8216;



What Happened: In an CNBC Squawk <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2025/06/30/fundstrats-tom-lee-on-being-named-chairman-of-bitmine-immersion-technologies.html">interview</a> on June 30, Lee announced his new role as chairman of BitMine, a small-cap Bitcoin mining firm valued at $26 million. 



Under his leadership, BitMine will pivot from being purely a miner to an Ethereum-focused treasury company, adopting ETH as its primary reserve asset.



To kick off the transition, BitMine has announced a $250 million private placement, which will be used to accumulate Ether while maintaining its existing Bitcoin mining operations.



Lee stressed Ethereum's vital role in powering the stablecoin ecosystem, calling stablecoins the &#8220;ChatGPT of crypto&#8221; due to their rapid and widespread adoption. 



By holding ETH, Lee believes BitMine can help support and benefit from the infrastructure underpinning stablecoins.



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Why It Matters: BitMine will begin tracking ETH-per-share as its principal performance metric, emulating how Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) uses BTC-per-share to communicate shareholder value. 



The firm plans to grow this figure via Ethereum price appreciation, reinvested cash flows, and strategic capital market activities.



This marks a shift in corporate treasury strategies, with a growing number of firms now exploring Ether and Solana-based reserves. Companies like SharpLink Gaming and DeFi Development have already started integrating ETH into their treasuries.



Just last week, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/25/06/46089976/tom-lee-says-microstrategy-could-outpace-bitcoin-gains-goes-up-a-lot-more-as-btc-rallies">Lee praised MicroStrategy's model</a>, noting its ability to outperform Bitcoin through clever capital deployment, including the issuance of convertible debt at near-zero interest rates to acquire more BTC. 



He believes BitMine can replicate that success, but with Ethereum at its core.



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Inside Tom Lee's Plan To Build 'MicroStrategy Of Ethereum' At BitMine

Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) has caught the attention of market commentators, who predict a run to $4,000 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/ethereum-eth-price-predictions#:~:text=Maximum%20Prediction%3A%20%244%2C783,regulatory%20developments%20could%20moderate%20prices.">based on improving fundamentals.</a>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Ticker</td><td>Price</td><td>Market Cap</td><td>7-Day Trend</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td><td>$2,465.52</td><td>&nbsp;$297.6 billion</td><td>+8.9%&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>$107,376.15</td><td>&nbsp;$2.13 trillion</td><td>+5.6%&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>XRP</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td><td>$2.19</td><td>&nbsp;$129.2 billion</td><td>+9%&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Trader Notes: Crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez flagged $2,200 as Ethereum's most crucial support level, warning that failure to hold this zone could see ETH dropping to around $1,160.



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Crypto trader cyclop <a href="https://x.com/nobrainflip/status/1939423724714836111">describes</a> Ethereum's current setup as the best long opportunity in years. 



His bullish case rests on robust technicals, positive fundamentals, and institutional tailwinds. 



Notably, ETH short positions recently hit an all-time high, a historical indicator that often precedes major price rallies. 



He predicts $4,000 for Ethereum this summer.



Market indecision at present, often a precursor to big moves, coincides with Ethereum's recent Pectra network upgrade, which enhances transaction speeds, wallet security, smart wallet features, and staking capabilities—fueling demand and investor interest.



Institutional involvement is accelerating as companies accumulate ETH and banks begin staking, reinforcing Ethereum's growing credibility and demand. 



On-chain data highlights ETH's dominance in key metrics such as transaction volume, bridged net flows, and stablecoin supply changes.



Statistics: Crypto trader Ted Pillows <a href="https://x.com/TedPillows/status/1939644081065333159">noted</a> that Ethereum's daily transactions recently reached 1.45 million—the highest since 2021.



IntoTheBlock data shows Ethereum's large transaction volume and daily active addresses dropped 11.5% and 2.4% respectively in a single day. 



However, transactions greater than $100,000 expanded from 2,255 to 2,969. Currently, 57% ETH holders are in profit.



Community News: In May, Rex Shares and Osprey Funds submitted paperwork with the SEC to launch staked Solana and Ethereum ETFs. Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas indicated these filings appear to be progressing smoothly, calling it the start of a &#8220;Crypto ETF summer.&#8221;



SharpLink Gaming recently closed a $425 million private placement to purchase Ethereum, becoming an Ether treasury company. CEO Joe Lubin <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-26/lubin-considers-adding-leverage-to-ethereum-treasury-firm-sharplink?taid=685d851cc9d372000181fd94&amp;utm_campaign=trueanthem&amp;utm_content=business&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter">credits</a> Michael Saylor's influence for inspiring the firm's ETH investment strategy:



"Bitcoin has had first mover advantage as decentralized digital gold. 



Ethereum represents the next generation of the internet, the next evolution of protocols," said Lubin.



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Ethereum Traders Target $4,000 In Summer: What's Fueling The Optimism?

Robinhood Markets (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) has made a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g46172267/robinhood-launches-stock-tokens-reveals-layer-2-blockchain-and-expands-crypto-suite-in-eu-and-us-w" rel="noreferrer noopener">significant push into</a> crypto, unveiling a suite of innovative products during its event in Cannes, France. The company revealed a range of new tools designed to make investing more accessible and intuitive.



As part of its global expansion strategy, Robinhood is extending its services to over 400 million people across 30 countries in the EU and EEA. The stock gained after the update.



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The new offerings include stock and ETF tokens, now available in the EU. These tokens allow users to gain exposure to U.S. equities through Robinhood Stock Tokens.



These tokens come with zero commissions and offer dividend support alongside 24/5 access.



With this launch, Robinhood&#8217;s European app transitions from a solely crypto-focused app to a comprehensive investment platform powered by crypto, marking a significant expansion.



Vlad Tenev, Robinhood&#8217;s chairman and CEO, emphasized the company&#8217;s aim to lay the groundwork for crypto to serve as the backbone of the global financial system. Additionally, Johann Kerbrat, GM and SVP of Robinhood Crypto, highlighted that crypto was initially built for engineers and hasn&#8217;t been easily accessible to most people. &#8220;We&#8217;re onboarding the world to crypto by making it as easy to use as possible,&#8221; said Kerbrat.



Robinhood has also introduced crypto perpetual futures to the EU, offering up to 3x leverage for eligible users. This launch is designed to provide active traders with more sophisticated tools in a user-friendly environment. Furthermore, the company is launching crypto staking in the U.S., beginning with Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) and Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>), allowing customers to participate in blockchain ecosystems and earn competitive rewards.



The expanded product suite includes features such as an instant boost on crypto deposits, a new credit card offering cashback that can be used to buy crypto, and a Cortex AI-powered assistant that helps users understand market trends. Smart Exchange Routing will also help users get the best price for crypto trades by evaluating multiple exchanges.



Additionally, Robinhood has unveiled its upcoming Layer 2 blockchain, built on Arbitrum. This blockchain will enable seamless trading and self-custody and power tokenized stocks and real-world assets in the future.



Robinhood Markets stock is up 131% year-to-date.



Robinhood reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/04/45118133/robinhood-q1-earnings-highlights-record-trading-volumes-transaction-based-revenues-up-77-gold-subscribers-up-90" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter earnings</a> of 37 cents per share in April, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 32 cents. Quarterly revenue of $927 million (up from $618 million a year ago) beat the analyst consensus estimate of $922.53 million.



Transaction-based revenues increased 77% to $583 million as Cryptocurrency revenue of $252 million ( up 100% Y/Y), Options revenue of $240 million (up 56% Y/Y), and Equities revenue of $56 million (up 44% Y/Y).



Price Action:&nbsp;HOOD stock is trading 10.5% higher at $91.82 as of last check on Monday.



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Robinhood Just Made Crypto Simpler — And Way More Powerful

Financial advisor Ric Edelman, who once suggested minimal exposure to cryptocurrencies, now says digital assets should make up a much larger <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/46050168/investors-poured-billions-into-bitcoin-and-ethereum-even-as-iran-israel-tensions-escalated">portion of investment portfolios.</a>



In 2021, Edelman proposed that investors could allocate as little as 1% to crypto, emphasizing caution in his book The Truth About Crypto. 



Today, he says the allocation range should be between 10% and 40%, a major adjustment in his stance.



<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/06/27/bitcoin-hodl-ric-edelman-wants-10percent-40percent-portfolio-crypto.html">Speaking </a>with CNBC's Crypto World, Edelman admitted the shift is significant. "Recommending 40% is extraordinary," he said. "No one has really put that out there before."



Edelman attributes his new position to how rapidly the crypto landscape has evolved. 



He noted that four years ago, major concerns like potential government bans on Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>), the reliability of the technology, and adoption by consumers and institutions were unresolved. 



Today, those uncertainties have largely disappeared.



Edelman, who leads the Digital Assets Council of Financial Advisors, emphasized that crypto is now a mainstream asset. 



The rise of Bitcoin ETFs, which have attracted billions of dollars this year, has helped cement digital assets as a core consideration for financial advisors and long-term investors.



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Edelman also argued that the traditional 60/40 investment strategy, 60% stocks, 40% bonds, is no longer relevant, especially as life expectancy increases. 



With people potentially living up to 100 years, he said investors need higher returns and should stay invested in growth assets for much longer.



"If you're advising a 30-year-old, you'd recommend full stock exposure because they have a long investment horizon," he explained. 



"But now, even a 60-year-old needs to think the same way because of increased longevity."



Edelman pointed out that Bitcoin behaves differently from stocks, bonds, and other commodities, offering valuable diversification benefits. 



"Investors are starting to see crypto as a great addition to modern portfolio strategies," he said.



Crypto, he added, presents the potential for higher returns than most traditional asset classes.



Edelman acknowledged that some market analysts expect Bitcoin to reach $150,000 to $250,000 by year-end, and possibly $500,000 before 2030. 



"That's actually on the conservative side compared to what others are forecasting," he said.



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The Investment Rule Ric Edelman Just Threw Out—And What He Replaced It With

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) 2025 run may just be the beginning, according to seasoned analyst Bob Loukas, who sees a unique confluence of factors aligning to drive a potentially <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/bitcoin-price-prediction">extended bull cycle through 2026.</a>



What Happened: In the latest <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFyXznUq30A&amp;t=688s">episode</a> of his podcast "Bitcoin 4 Year Cycle Journey" on June 27, Loukas shared a bold outlook: Bitcoin is on track for a "double cycle blowoff", a rare scenario where the ongoing cycle doesn&#8217;t end with a typical top but instead continues into the early phase of a new cycle, resulting in one extended mega-cycle.



Now about 31 months into Bitcoin's four-year halving cycle, with the traditional peak near month 35, Loukas noted this cycle has been remarkably stable, with only shallow drawdowns of 20%–30%. 



This, he suggests, is due to stronger institutional participation cushioning the volatility that previously dominated crypto bull markets.



&#8220;We haven't seen the kind of euphoric blow-off sentiment that usually marks a cycle top," Loukas said, hinting that Bitcoin's most explosive phase may still be ahead.



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Why It Matters: Loukas believes Bitcoin's "perfect storm" is being fueled by:



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<li>Massive inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs, now surpassing $2.2B in net inflows over 11 consecutive weeks.</li>



<li>Corporate treasury adoption, following Strategy's lead.</li>



<li>A shift in institutional stance, with TradFi banks and wealth funds increasingly pro-BTC.</li>



<li>The Trump administration's pro-crypto policy framework, setting the stage for regulatory clarity and growth.</li>
</ul>



"These catalysts didn't even exist 18 months ago," he added, underscoring how new capital inflows are reshaping Bitcoin's market structure.



His &#8220;double cycle blowoff&#8221; theory suggests the bull market could extend into February or March 2026, followed by a shorter-than-usual bear market, then a swift launch into the next bull phase, creating an illusion of one extended cycle.



What's Next: From a technical lens, Loukas sees Bitcoin potentially doubling from the current $107,000–$110,000 zone if it reclaims recent highs and enters true price discovery. Historically, new highs during this phase lead to sharp gains over 3–5 months.



While Loukas didn't offer a firm target, he floated the possibility of BTC reaching $250,000 or more during the full mania phase: "A 5x, 6x, even 7x move from here over a couple years in a speculative blow-off isn't unrealistic."



He also highlighted how retail demand, including 401(k) self-directed capital, could flood the market once institutions and sovereign wealth funds push the next leg up.



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Bitcoin's 'Perfect Storm' Could Extend Bull Run Into 2026: Report

Barclays (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCS#NYSE">BCS</a>) and its former CEO Jes Staley will have to defend themselves in a U.S. court over accusations that they misled shareholders about Staley's relationship with the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/topics/25/06/45786407/jeffrey-epsteins-40-million-bet-on-peter-thiels-capital-firm-is-now-worth-170-million-but-his-victims-probably-wont-see-a-dime">late financier Jeffrey Epstein</a>.



A federal judge in Los Angeles ruled that there was sufficient ground for the case to proceed, allowing investors to pursue claims that the bank and its former chief intentionally concealed key information to safeguard Barclays&#8217; reputation and stock value, Reuters reported.



The class-action lawsuit, led by pension funds from New York and St. Louis, focuses on the period between July 22, 2019, shortly after Epstein's arrest, and October 12, 2023. 



Investors argue that Barclays continued to make misleading public statements even after the bank discovered emails suggesting Staley had described Epstein as being &#8220;like family.&#8221;



The complaint points to repeated assurances from Barclays indicating Staley's interactions with Epstein were strictly professional. 



Shareholders also challenge statements suggesting the British Financial Conduct Authority's investigation was limited to whether Staley knew about Epstein's alleged crimes, and not whether he witnessed them.



While U.S. District Judge Maame Ewusi-Mensah Frimpong allowed the core fraud claims against Barclays and Staley to proceed, she limited some parts of the case brought against Barclays Chairman Nigel Higgins.



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Neither Staley's legal team nor lawyers representing Barclays and Higgins provided comments when contacted on Thursday. 



The attorneys representing the shareholders also declined to immediately respond.



Jes Staley, who served as Barclays CEO from 2015 until 2021 and was previously a senior executive at JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>), lost his appeal in London on Thursday against a potential ban from the financial sector. 



The UK's Financial Conduct Authority had proposed the ban last year, accusing him of misleading regulators about the nature of his Epstein connections. 



Staley has consistently denied knowing about Epstein's criminal activities and said he had no memory of certain compromising emails.



Epstein, arrested on sex trafficking charges in July 2019, died in his Manhattan jail cell five weeks later.



The case is Merritt v. Barclays Plc et al., filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California under case number 23-09217.



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Barclays Faces Epstein Fallout As Former CEO Faces Trial

Strategy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), formerly known as MicroStrategy, has added another 4,980 Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) to its treasury over the past week, spending approximately $531.9 million at an <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/46148645/bitcoin-heavyweight-strategy-faces-multiple-securities-fraud-lawsuits-over-btc-treasury-disclosures-report">average price of $106,801 per Bitcoin</a>, according to a regulatory filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.



As of June 29, Strategy <a href="https://assets.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltf8d808d9b8cebd37/blt9881a4184cc6914d/68627916b77630517afe221c/form-8-k_06-30-2025.pdf">holds </a>a total of 597,325 Bitcoin acquired for roughly $42.40 billion, with the average purchase price standing at approximately $70,982 per Bitcoin.



The company also disclosed that it has achieved a 19.7% year-to-date Bitcoin yield in 2025.



Strategy financed this recent Bitcoin purchase using proceeds from its active at-the-market (ATM) stock and preferred share offerings. 



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Between June 23 and June 29, the company raised approximately $578.1 million across its Class A common stock (MSTR), 8.00% Series A perpetual strike preferred stock (STRK), and 10.00% Series A perpetual strife preferred stock (STRF) programs.



The company's Bitcoin acquisition strategy, heavily funded through stock and preferred share issuances, remains a central part of its corporate treasury approach. 



The firm continues to actively use ATM offerings to support both its Bitcoin purchases and dividend payments on its preferred shares.



Strategy also confirmed it paid out quarterly dividends on June 30, funded via net proceeds from its Common ATM sales.



The company maintains that its treasury strategy is focused on long-term Bitcoin accumulation, positioning itself as one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin globally.



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Strategy Adds 4,980 Bitcoin, Ups Total Stack To $42 Billion

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) traders are quietly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/04/44809953/bitcoin-to-stay-range-bound-but-options-trading-can-yield-a-profit-10x-research">adjusting their strategies,</a> moving away from downside protection and increasingly positioning for potential gains, according to a new report from 10x Research.



The report shared with Benzinga on Monday, highlights a significant rotation from put buying to call selling, as recent market activity points to declining volatility and changing sentiment.



The notional value of Bitcoin options has dropped sharply, falling by $13 billion, or 33%, in just a few days. 



This shift, according to 10x Research, could signal a critical turning point for Bitcoin's price action and the broader derivatives market.



While Bitcoin appears to be consolidating near the $100,000 level, traders are now showing reduced appetite for downside hedges and are instead focusing on selling upside calls to generate yield in a calmer market environment. 



The data indicates that institutional flows, macroeconomic shifts, and derivatives positioning are shaping expectations for a potentially steady upward trend.



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10x Research noted that ETF inflows into Bitcoin remain steady, while miner and retail selling continues to offset some of the institutional demand.



The Federal Reserve's dovish tone, record-high U.S. equities, and easing tariff concerns are further supporting positive sentiment.



The report emphasized that last week's major options expiry, which saw many put positions expire worthless, may have served as a clearing event for downside protection. 



This, combined with the rotation to call selling, could ease the selling pressure that has previously capped Bitcoin's attempts to break out.



10x Research's base case remains that Bitcoin is in a consolidation phase but that risks are now skewed to the upside. 



They recommend holding Bitcoin long while selling upside calls to benefit from the declining volatility and to generate additional yield.



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Bitcoin Options Traders Shift Bullish: Here's Their Strategy For Q3

Here&#8217;s what we think is coming over the next week&#8230;



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Did you see that coming? Because we didn't… but we were ready for it.</h4>



What a wild week. After three months of noise, chop, and fakeouts, the market is now right back at new all-time highs. Did anyone truly see that coming? Probably not. But if you've been following this newsletter, you know we stayed generally bullish, even when sentiment was at its worst.



When everyone's bearish, you stay bullish. That's been the call. And it&#8217;s working.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Risk Appetite Is Back</h3>



So just like when everyone's bearish you stay bullish, we also need to be cognizant. The chart below shows risk appetite turning back on. Instead of retreating from risk, the market is leaning into it again. That could mean some surprisingly bright days ahead… yes, even now.



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Not EVERYTHING is going to work anymore. We might very well be back to a stock picker's market if you want alpha. But there is still a lot of juice left to squeeze on certain names.



We've stayed long high-beta names, including our favorite sleeper-turned-star: HOOD. The new Wall Street darling. If you want to turn up the heat, <a href="https://www.rexshares.com/robn/?utm_source=marketmadness-newsletter.beehiiv.com&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=btc-all-time-high-incoming" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rex Shares</a> launched a 2x Robinhood ETF, ROBN, and it's been on fire… up 63% in just one month.



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And here's the kicker… the Fed is only expected to cut rates&nbsp;less than two times&nbsp;this year. Expectations are&nbsp;that&nbsp;low. We flagged this back in our June issues: earnings yield and policy expectations were setting up for upside surprises in Q2.



Now look where we are… more bad expectations = more bullish setup.



If the Fed ends up cutting more than forecasted?



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You better believe SPX could run to 7000. And Bitcoin? We're thinking $150K is absolutely in play.



We are perfectly positioned into a new BTC all-time high.



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So with that, let's lock in the final details on our T-Rex 2X Long Bitcoin Daily Target ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTCL#BATS">BTCL</a>) setup, courtesy of Rex Shares…



The BTCL trade is faring very well right now. We've already locked in a 6% gain at $54.00 by taking off 50% of the position. That means we're now playing with house money, and we've moved our stop on the remaining half to breakeven at $51.00.



This week's setup looks bullish, with a potential breakout from a textbook bull flag. We are also testing the upper band of a broader downtrend… but if we break out with volume, we could easily hit our next target at $57.13.



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That's where we plan to take off another 30% of the original position. The final 20% will remain as runners with stops trailing higher as momentum builds.



Looking ahead, we're watching two names for our next swing candidates: BULL and IREN. We're not chasing… we're waiting for high-quality setups.



Stay safe!



We'll update with more details if we get the setup. Stay sharp.



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Bitcoin All-time High Incoming?

XRP (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>) has gained 9% over the past seven days, buoyed by optimism surrounding the nearing conclusion of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/25/04/44758705/ripple-sec-move-to-end-legal-dispute-as-both-sides-withdraw-appeals">Ripple-SEC lawsuit</a>. 



Traders and investors are once again eyeing XRP as a relatively safe altcoin bet, backed by technical patterns and growing market activity.



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Trader Notes: Crypto trader Dark Defender <a href="https://x.com/DefendDark/status/1939413058654175342">pointed</a> out an unusual pattern on XRP's daily chart &#8211; a so-called "Silent Candle," where price action stagnated just below a key resistance zone. This could be the calm before a breakout.



On the other hand, Crypto Seth <a href="https://x.com/seth_fin/status/1939640565840117950">backed</a> fellow trader Dorkchicken's analysis, which highlights that XRP often experiences twin surges during bull markets. He believes a second stage rally may be on deck, if historical patterns repeat.



Despite divided sentiment across Crypto Twitter, XRP maintains strong legacy appeal and is increasingly seen as a safer large-cap altcoin, especially in light of legal clarity.



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Statistics: Coinglass data shows XRP derivatives trading volume expanded by 17% in a single day to $3 billion, while open interest remained relatively flat at $4.15 billion. Options volume and open interest spiked by 85.2% and 26.2%, respectively.



Community News: Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse <a href="https://x.com/bgarlinghouse/status/1938705285323125151">confirmed</a> that both Ripple and the SEC have agreed to drop their respective appeals, effectively bringing their years-long legal battle to an end. "The chapter is closing," he said, adding that Ripple will now refocus efforts on building the Internet of Value.



Ripple&#8217;s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty <a href="https://x.com/s_alderoty/status/1938241070204072127">added</a> that the company may still need to decide whether to challenge the court's earlier ruling on past institutional sales or proceed with the appeal. 



XRP's current status as not a security stands firm. "It's business as usual," Alderoty noted.



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XRP Gains 9% In 7 Days As SEC Case Nears Closure

Digital asset investment products attracted $2.7 billion in inflows last week, extending their positive streak to 11 consecutive weeks and bringing first-half <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45957567/bitcoin-ethereum-lead-1-9-billion-digital-asset-inflows-amid-global-tensions-coinshares-finds">inflows to $17.8 billion</a>, according to CoinShares&#8216; fund flows report on Monday. 



This figure is nearly in line with the $18.3 billion recorded in the same period in 2024, pointing toward a steady investor demand despite heightened global uncertainty.



CoinShares analysts <a href="https://blog.coinshares.com/volume-240-digital-asset-fund-flows-weekly-report-35a6ac1da67c">noted</a> that geopolitical volatility and questions over the direction of monetary policy were key drivers behind the sustained inflows.



The report highlighted that the majority of the capital came from the U.S., which accounted for $2.65 billion of last week's total. 



Meanwhile, Switzerland and Germany posted modest inflows of $23 million and $19.8 million, respectively.



In contrast, Hong Kong recorded persistent outflows, totaling $132 million for June. 



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CoinShares linked this trend to recent crypto price volatility in the region. Minor outflows were also observed in Canada and Brazil.



Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) dominated activity, accounting for 83% of inflows last week, or $2.2 billion. 



Short Bitcoin products continued to see outflows, with $2.9 million withdrawn last week, signaling investor optimism toward Bitcoin's price outlook.



Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) investment products attracted $429 million in inflows last week, bringing the year-to-date total to $2.9 billion.



In contrast, Solana (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>) saw more subdued demand, with just $91 million in inflows year-to-date.



The report emphasized that despite market volatility and shifting regional participation, investors remain broadly supportive of major digital assets, particularly Bitcoin and Ethereum.



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Bitcoin ETFs Extend Record $2.2B Net Inflows To Extend Streak To 11 Weeks

Cryptocurrency markets are trading flat on Monday morning, with the Fear and Greed Index at a neutral 52, according to data by CoinMarketCap.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table class="has-fixed-layout"><tbody><tr><td>Cryptocurrency</td><td>Ticker</td><td>Price</td></tr><tr><td>Bitcoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>)</td><td>$107,795.52</td></tr><tr><td>Ethereum</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>)</td><td>$2,461.70</td></tr><tr><td>Solana</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sol/usd">SOL</a>)</td><td>$150.49</td></tr><tr><td>XRP</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/xrp/usd">XRP</a>)</td><td>$2.17</td></tr><tr><td>Dogecoin</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/doge/usd">DOGE</a>)</td><td>$0.1650</td></tr><tr><td>Shiba Inu</td><td>(CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/shib/usd">SHIB</a>)</td><td>$0.00001146</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



Notable Statistics:



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<li>IntoTheBlock data shows Bitcoin and Ethereum large transaction volume decreased by 7% and 11.5%, respectively. Daily active addresses for BTC and ETH were down by 10.5% and 2.4%, respectively.</li>



<li>Coinglass data shows 84,098 traders were liquidated in the past 24 hours for $208.35 million.</li>



<li>SoSoValue data shows net inflows of $501.27 million into spot Bitcoin ETFs on Friday, while spot Ethereum ETFs saw net outflows of $77.45 million.</li>
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Trader Notes: Crypto trader Jelle highlighted that Bitcoin is just hours away from securing a record-breaking monthly close. After taking out January's highs last month, BTC retested and held them this month, setting the stage for a potentially more bullish July.



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">17 hours away from locking in another record-breaking monthly close. Broke the January highs last month &#8211; retested them this month, and pushed higher once more. July should be even better.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bitcoin?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bitcoin</a> <a href="https://t.co/UAsHi9Vt5Q">pic.twitter.com/UAsHi9Vt5Q</a>&mdash; Jelle (@CryptoJelleNL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CryptoJelleNL/status/1939578495375450549?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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Trader Posty <a href="https://x.com/PostyXBT/status/1939609091342504081">said</a> Bitcoin remains in a consolidation range, dubbed "summer chop season," between $98,000 and $110,000. A close below $98,000 would signal bearish structure, while a breakout above $110,000 would confirm entry into new price discovery territory.



Despite the sideways action, BTC just posted its second-highest weekly candle close ever. Posty says bears are ignoring the underlying bullish strength and may soon face the consequences.



Crypto trader Coinvo <a href="https://x.com/ByCoinvo/status/1939625458548502652">sees</a> Ethereum following a classic Wyckoff accumulation pattern. If the structure holds, ETH is likely gearing up for a major breakout and new highs in the near term.



Rose Premium Signals <a href="https://x.com/VipRoseTr/status/1939382108642029806">noted</a> XRP is consolidating in a bullish pennant just under a multi-year supply zone. With the SEC lawsuit finally resolved, sentiment is shifting. A confirmed breakout could trigger a run toward the $5 mark.



Crypto Rand <a href="https://x.com/crypto_rand/status/1939612905567125865">pointed</a> to Solana breaking above its long-term downtrend resistance. If SOL can now reclaim and hold the $161 level, it would confirm a full bullish reversal, opening the door to stronger momentum.



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