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Crypto pundit Jay Nisbett has drawn attention to an important development in the XRP ecosystem that isn’t talked about enough. He further declared that this might be the most significant development for adoption at the moment.  Pundit Highlights Key Development For XRP’s Adoption In an X post , Jay mentioned that SBI is issuing bonds on-chain, which almost immediately gives the holder an equivalent amount of XRP. Furthermore, the company will pay interest over the next three years. The pundit added that this move is “absolutely massive” if one understands the Yen carry trade and the altcoin and the relationship between the two.  The pundit opined that this move is effectively a “carry trade easing.” He explained that firms have been capturing a few points spread and that Japan is where this has been predominantly occurring. However, these firms are now getting squeezed. Jay believes that this is where XRP provides a way out for these firms, which would result in them own...

Nearly four years after one of crypto’s most destructive failures erased tens of billions of dollars in value, the collapse of Terraform Labs has returned to the courtroom. A new lawsuit filed in a U.S. federal court accuses trading giant Jane Street of insider trading tied to the 2022 downfall of the Terra ecosystem, a case that could reshape how institutional trading activity in digital asset markets is scrutinized. The complaint was filed by the court-appointed administrator overseeing Terraform Labs’ bankruptcy, alleging the firm used confidential information to trade ahead of key market events, avoid losses, and hasten the collapse of its algorithmic stablecoin system. Allegations of Insider Trading During Terra’s Final Days According to the lawsuit, Jane Street obtained material non-public information through contacts within Terraform. The filing claims that a former Terraform intern working at the trading firm helped establish private communication channels that allegedly ...

A thread sparked by Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas reignited one of crypto’s oldest arguments: whether Bitcoin’s core value proposition has been diluted as institutional intermediaries take center stage. What began as a reflection on crypto’s real-world utility quickly turned into a pointed dispute over whether BTC can credibly be called “debasement-resistant” while it remains wildly volatile. Bitcoin Identity Debate Explodes on X Balchunas weighed in after Cooper Turley, founder of Coop Records, posted that crypto feels “in the weirdest spot” since 2017 and that beyond speculation it’s “hard to see how it adds meaningful value to people’s lives.” Balchunas’ response framed Bitcoin’s novelty less as a product category and more as a monetary property set. “Seeing this a lot. My two cents: the novel value of bitcoin is that it is user-run money that is both censorship and debasement-resistant,” Balchunas wrote. “Far as I can tell nothing has changed about that. However bc the c...

The Bitcoin price is currently consolidating near $65,000 on the weekly chart, with crypto analyst Doctor Profit warning that the market remains locked inside a broader bear market structure . In a “special Bitcoin report” released this week, the analyst reviewed past price movements and trends, assessed the market’s current position, and outlined what could unfold next. The report’s structure highlights a progression from euphoric peak to major capitulation and price declines , followed by stabilization and the possibility of a trend reversal.  From Market Euphoria To A Major Bitcoin Price Crash In an X post on February 22, Doctor Profit shared a Bitcoin price report, outlining six stages of the bear market based on patterns he has observed in every major Bitcoin cycle. His framework emphasized recurring drivers such as liquidity mechanics, leverage positioning, and predictable human behavior under stress and panic .  For Stage 1, Doctor Profit stated Bitcoin saw euphoric...

Fresh commentary surrounding XRP and RLUSD from crypto media figure Paul Barron has put Ripple back in focus. According to Barron, internal research indicates that a significant development is forming around both assets, with regulatory momentum from the proposed Clarity Act serving as the catalyst . A deeper breakdown of his remarks reveals what may be taking shape and why it matters now. Barron Flags Major XRP And RLUSD Development In a recent statement shared on X, Barron disclosed that his research unit has identified a consequential development involving XRP, RLUSD and the Clarity Act. He described the situation as significant and suggested it could represent one of the most important updates associated with Ripple’s operations to date.  While he stopped short of detailing the findings, by placing both XRP and RLUSD at the center of his commentary, Barron framed the development as ecosystem-wide rather than asset-specific. XRP has long operated as Ripple’s liquidity bri...

Missouri lawmakers moved a step closer to letting the state hold Bitcoin after a new bill was pushed forward for committee review. The proposal would set up a separate fund inside the state treasury to collect and keep Bitcoin under certain rules. It is a sharp idea that has quickly drawn both praise and worry from different corners of finance and government. Missouri Moves To Create A Bitcoin Reserve According to reports, House Bill 2080 was advanced to the House Commerce Committee for further hearings and possible votes. The move means lawmakers will get a chance to ask experts, hear public testimony, and amend the plan before it reaches a full vote. Time is limited in the session, but the committee stage gives the measure a clearer path forward. The Bill’s Main Points Reports say the measure would create a “Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Fund” that the state treasurer could manage. The fund could accept Bitcoin given as gifts, grants, donations, bequests, or devises from eligibl...

Ethereum slipped over the past two days as on-chain trackers flagged another burst of selling tied to Vitalik Buterin’s wallets, reviving a familiar narrative for traders: founder-linked distribution showing up alongside spot weakness. Ethereum Pullback Coincides With Fresh Vitalik Sales Lookonchain said Buterin has sold 1,869 ETH (about $3.67 million) over the past two days, a window in which ETH fell from $1,988 to $1,875, a 5.7% drawdown based on the figures cited in the post. The account framed the move as an acceleration: “vitalik.eth(@VitalikButerin) is selling ETH faster again. In the past 2 days, he has sold 1,869 ETH($3.67M). During that time, ETH fell from $1,988 to $1,875, down 5.7%.” The sharper edge of the thread was the historical comparison . Lookonchain pointed to a previous episode when it said Buterin sold 6,958 ETH (about $14.78 million) and ETH subsequently fell from $2,360 to $1,825, a 22.7% decline. “Last time he sold 6,958 ETH($14.78M), $ETH dropped from $2,...