Bitcoin pushes past $120K; where do we go from here?

Bitcoin skyrocketed to a staggering record high of $123K on July 14, a clear indication that investors are eagerly anticipating the transformative outcomes of Crypto Week. Just days later, on July 17, US lawmakers made a significant move by passing the GENIUS Act, establishing a regulatory framework for stablecoins and setting a vibrant stage for the entire crypto market. However, the momentum suggests that even greater heights for Bitcoin might be just around the corner.

One year later: Ethereum ETPs prove their staying power

The launch of spot Ethereum exchange-traded products in the US just a year ago has firmly established Ethereum as a cornerstone asset within portfolios. Ethereum ETF flows even outpaced Bitcoin ETFs for the first time on July 18. With an impressive $5 billion in inflows since entering the US market, soaring adoption rates, and a revitalized ecosystem, Ethereum is not merely enhancing its reputation as a technological powerhouse; it’s emerging as a pivotal player in the future of finance.

Aave is growing in DeFi dominance. Here’s why

Aave has just become the first lending protocol to surpass $50 billion in total value locked, cementing its dominance in decentralized finance (DeFi). With increasing institutional interest, an impressive cross-chain presence, and an ambitious roadmap on the horizon, Aave is not just keeping pace; it’s leading the charge into the next era of DeFi. Here’s why it’s winning, and what’s coming next.

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