Crypto Whales, ETF Hype and Hacks – Late July 2025 News Roundup

Bitcoin’s rollercoaster continues, Ethereum attracts record inflows, and altcoins whipsaw amid breaking news in crypto. Over July 26–27, 2025, crypto markets digested a whale-sized Bitcoin sale, sharp altcoin swings, and fresh all-time highs. Regulators from Washington to Hong Kong advanced major crypto laws, while DeFi showed signs of life with NFTs rebounding strongly. A high-profile exchange hack kept security top-of-mind, even as institutions doubled down on crypto – from ETF optimism to billion-dollar fund launches. Below is a comprehensive roundup of the weekend’s most significant crypto developments, spanning prices, policy, DeFi/NFTs, exchange updates, hacks, expert insights, and new projects.

Major Price Movements and Market Trends (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins)

• Bitcoin (BTC): A Bitcoin whale unloaded 80,000 BTC ($9 billion) in a single transfer, briefly knocking BTC below $115,000 before it rebounded above $117,000 ts2.tech. The massive sale was later confirmed as an estate planning move executed by Galaxy Digital, clearing the overhang and helping stabilize prices ts2.tech. After the volatility, Bitcoin traded around $117K (down ~1–2% on the day, and 3% off mid-week highs of $120K) ts2.tech. Traders attributed the dip partly to macro signals – stronger U.S. jobs data cooled hopes of Fed rate cuts, prompting a risk-off pullback to two-week lows ($114.7K) ts2.tech. Still, sentiment improved once the whale sale was done; one analyst noted the local bottom was likely in and predicted BTC could soon resume its uptrend toward new highs around $132K ts2.tech ts2.tech.
• Ethereum (ETH): Ethereum held firm despite market turbulence. ETH is up nearly 50% in July, hovering near $3,700 into the weekend ts2.tech. Investors poured record funds into Ethereum products – in just two weeks, U.S. spot ETH ETFs saw $4.6 billion of inflows, pushing total ETH ETF assets to ~$10 billion ts2.tech. BlackRock’s Ethereum fund hit the $10B AUM milestone faster than almost any ETF in history, a sign of raging institutional demand ts2.tech. Analysts say optimism about U.S. regulatory clarity (and anticipation of Ethereum’s next upgrade later this year) helped fuel ETH’s rally ts2.tech. As of July 27, ETH traded around $3,704, roughly +11% year-to-date ts2.tech, with crypto treasuries steadily accumulating ETH on dips ts2.tech.
• Altcoins: It was a wild ride for altcoins. After weeks of capital rotating into smaller caps, the “altseason” narrative met a shakeout. Mid-week, many alts surged to multi-month highs, then whipsawed lower by week’s end. For example, XRP spiked to $3.60 – its highest price since 2021 – after Ripple’s partial courtroom win against the SEC, only to plunge ~14% to around $3 when Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen moved 50M XRP ( ~$175M) onto exchanges ts2.tech. Traders interpreted Larsen’s large transfer as a potential sell-off, prompting widespread profit-taking ts2.tech. Similarly, Dogecoin (DOGE) and Solana (SOL) each fell ~5% in 24 hours on Friday and retraced 12–18% from their mid-week peaks ts2.tech. Despite the pullback, many see it as a healthy reset. Bitcoin’s market dominance dipped under a key 200-day average – a condition that “historically preceded multi-week stretches of altcoin outperformance,” according to Coinbase analyst David Duong ts2.tech. Excess leverage in altcoin futures was flushed out in the correction, and if BTC’s dominance stays subdued, smaller tokens could soon resume their summer surge ts2.tech.

Regulatory and Government Actions (U.S., EU, Asia)

• United States: U.S. lawmakers delivered landmark crypto legislation in July. President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act on July 18, establishing America’s first comprehensive federal rules for stablecoins ts2.tech. The new law mandates 1:1 fiat backing for payment stablecoins and federal oversight of issuers – an outcome Trump hailed as an “exciting new frontier” for fintech ts2.tech. Meanwhile, the House passed the CLARITY Act to clearly define when crypto assets are securities vs. commodities (resolving SEC/CFTC turf wars) ts2.tech. That bill now awaits the Senate, but the industry is cheering the momentum. “We expect sidelined capital to re-enter the market once clear rules are in place,” said Jag Kooner of Bitfinex, applauding Congress’ moves ts2.tech. On the enforcement front, U.S. prosecutors turned up the heat on crypto’s gray areas – at the New York trial of Tornado Cash’s developer, the DOJ revealed it may charge investors in the Ethereum mixer (specifically, employees of Dragonfly Capital who backed Tornado in 2020) ts2.tech. One Dragonfly partner even pleaded the Fifth Amendment in court ts2.tech. Dragonfly’s managing partner Haseeb Qureshi blasted the idea of prosecuting venture investments as “outrageous,” warning it would chill innovation ts2.tech. “We believe deeply in Americans’ right to privacy… Tornado Cash itself has a lawful right to exist,” Qureshi said, expressing hope that courts and lawmakers favor innovation over crackdowns ts2.tech ts2.tech. Overall, the U.S. signals a more supportive stance through legislation even as it pursues alleged bad actors.
• European Union: The EU’s sweeping MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulation officially came into force, and member states have started issuing licenses under the new rules. Notably, Coinbase is reportedly close to winning approval in Luxembourg, and Gemini is set to receive a license in Malta, allowing them to “passport” crypto services across the bloc ts2.tech. These would make Coinbase and Gemini among the first U.S.-based crypto exchanges fully licensed in the EU’s single market. However, the rush of some national regulators to approve firms is drawing concern – France’s AMF and others warn of a possible “regulatory race to the bottom” if jurisdictions like Malta are too lax ts2.tech. European regulators plan to review any overly easy licensing amid fears that uneven enforcement could undermine MiCA’s intent ts2.tech. Elsewhere in Europe, the UK grappled with unregistered crypto ads, and in India there were renewed calls to ease the harsh 30% crypto gains tax (a draft COINS Act could lower taxes, but for now the 30% rate stands) ts2.tech. In sum, Europe is cautiously welcoming crypto businesses under MiCA, balancing innovation with oversight.
• China & Hong Kong: Mainland China maintained its hardline crypto ban – trading and exchanges remain outlawed, with no hint of policy reversal from Beijing. In stark contrast, Hong Kong is forging a regulated crypto hub. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced that starting August 1, it will criminalize unlicensed stablecoin activity, including any advertising or offering of fiat-pegged stablecoins without approval ts2.tech. Violators could face fines up to HK$50,000 (~US$6,400) and 6 months in jail ts2.tech. This strict measure comes as Hong Kong’s new licensing regime for crypto exchanges and stablecoin issuers gains traction. Over 50 firms have expressed interest in a Hong Kong stablecoin license, though officials say only a “handful” are likely to be approved initially (many applicants still lack robust compliance) ts2.tech. Hong Kong’s proactive approach – including penalties for illicit promotion – is among the world’s strictest, underscoring its bid to be a safe Asian crypto hub even as mainland China’s ban persists. In other regions, the Middle East had no major announcements these days (the UAE and Saudi Arabia continue investing in crypto projects quietly), and Canada inched forward on crypto ETFs (reviewing new fund proposals following the U.S. lead). The global trend is clear: regulators are accelerating efforts to integrate crypto into the legal financial system – whether by enabling it with sensible rules (US, EU) or cracking down on perceived abuses (China, sanctions enforcement).

DeFi and NFT Sector Highlights

• NFT Market Revival: The once-moribund NFT sector is roaring back to life. Over the past month, total NFT market capitalization surged ~66% to $6 billion, clawing back a significant chunk of last year’s decline ts2.tech. Blue-chip collections are leading the charge: CryptoPunks floor prices jumped 29% (now around 51 ETH, or $190K each), Pudgy Penguins spiked 66%, and even Bored Apes climbed nearly 10% in 30 days ts2.tech. In one eye-popping spree, a single crypto whale spent $4.3 million buying dozens of rare CryptoPunks (including coveted hoodie-trait Punks) within two days ts2.tech. This consolidation helped CryptoPunks expand to over 30% of NFT market share by value ts2.tech. Enthusiasts are encouraged by the momentum – despite still being well below the 2021 peak ($16.6B NFT cap), the summer rebound has traders optimistic after a prolonged NFT bear market ts2.tech.
• DeFi and Stablecoins: It was a quieter couple of days for new DeFi launches, but the sector still made news through innovations in stablecoins and partnerships. A notable example: Ethena, a DeFi project backed by Arthur Hayes, announced a partnership with Anchorage Digital (a U.S.-chartered crypto bank) to bring its new stablecoin USDtβ to U.S. markets dailyhodl.com dailyhodl.com. This move leverages the freshly signed U.S. GENIUS Act – Anchorage will issue USDtβ under the Act’s fully-backed stablecoin framework dailyhodl.com. Ethena’s CEO said GENIUS-compliance will let partners confidently scale the stablecoin across products, and Anchorage provides the regulated footing needed to expand “without compromising on speed, flexibility, or trust” dailyhodl.com. The news sent Ethena’s token ENA soaring 28% on the day (over 56% for the week) even as broader crypto markets pulled back dailyhodl.com dailyhodl.com. Elsewhere in DeFi, developers focused on security upgrades in light of recent exploits (see Security section). No major protocol upgrades went live during July 26–27, but the community is gearing up for Ethereum’s upcoming “Dencun” fork (aimed at scaling improvements later in 2025) and Solana’s Firedancer upgrade (a high-performance validator client in development) ts2.tech. In summary, DeFi activity was steady – building quietly continued, and positive regulatory developments (like U.S. stablecoin laws) are beginning to intersect with DeFi projects in meaningful ways.

Exchange and Platform News (Binance, Coinbase, etc.)

• Binance: The world’s largest crypto exchange rolled out a couple of updates over the weekend. Binance announced a one-hour delay in its planned Verasity (VRA) airdrop, pushing the start to July 27, 08:00 UTC economictimes.indiatimes.com. Users with 200+ Binance Alpha points can claim 32,238 VRA tokens on a first-come basis, with the points threshold dropping by 15 every hour if not fully claimed economictimes.indiatimes.com. Additionally, Binance is tweaking its futures platform: on August 1, it will adjust the tick size (price increment) for several USDⓈ-M perpetual futures contracts to improve liquidity and user experience economictimes.indiatimes.com. The change will not affect existing orders and is aimed at a seamless transition for traders economictimes.indiatimes.com. These incremental updates show Binance’s focus on refining platform features, even as it navigates global regulatory challenges (no new enforcement actions were reported against Binance during these two days).
• Coinbase & Gemini: While no new Coinbase product launches occurred in this 48-hour span, regulatory green lights in the EU are big news for U.S. exchanges. As noted above, Coinbase appears set to obtain a crypto license in Luxembourg and Gemini in Malta under MiCA ts2.tech. This would mark a strategic win, giving them legal footing across Europe’s 27 countries. Both exchanges have been investing in compliance and lobbying – and now are poised to expand services for European customers once approvals finalize. In the U.S., Coinbase’s legal fight with the SEC did not see major updates July 26–27, but the backdrop is a slightly improving regulatory climate (with Congress working on clarity bills).
• Robinhood: The popular trading app Robinhood expanded its crypto offerings by listing additional tokens. For example, Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) was newly listed, which sparked a double-digit price jump in HBAR when announced ts2.tech. Robinhood’s addition of new assets reflects continued retail demand for altcoins; the app has been cautiously growing its crypto roster after pruning some tokens earlier in the year.
• Fintech Platforms: Traditional fintechs are adapting to the shifting regulatory sands. Revolut, a UK-based neobank, resumed certain crypto services in Eastern Europe after resolving compliance issues. Earlier in July, Revolut had suspended crypto offerings in Hungary due to a new law, but by this week it reintroduced crypto staking for Hungarian users after adjusting to the rules ts2.tech. A Revolut spokesperson said the firm “re-evaluated the implications” of the law and felt comfortable restarting services in line with local requirements ts2.tech. This episode shows how fintechs are pausing, tweaking, and restarting crypto products market-by-market to navigate regulatory changes. Similarly, PayPal and other payment giants have been lobbying in Washington and Brussels for clearer crypto guidelines, emboldened by recent moves toward legislation.
• Institutional Moves: The lines between Wall Street and crypto continued blurring. Galaxy Digital not only facilitated the huge Bitcoin whale sale off-market ts2.tech, but touted it as proof that it can discreetly execute multi-billion trades for clients ts2.tech. MicroStrategy – Michael Saylor’s business intelligence firm – made a bold bet by upsizing a planned $500M preferred stock sale to $2.5 billion due to strong demand ts2.tech. The company (recently rebranded to “Strategy”) will use the proceeds to “aggressively expand its bitcoin holdings,” effectively borrowing against equity to buy more BTC ts2.tech. Saylor highlighted that the deal’s scale was far beyond expectations, underscoring robust investor appetite for Bitcoin exposure ts2.tech. In a symbolic real-world adoption move, Christie’s International Real Estate launched a division to facilitate luxury property sales in cryptocurrency ts2.tech. After a $65M Beverly Hills mansion was bought entirely in crypto recently, Christie’s aims to help ultra-wealthy clients seamlessly pay for real estate with Bitcoin or Ethereum ts2.tech. This venerable 250-year-old brand embracing crypto payments for multi-million deals shows how digital assets are permeating non-tech industries.

Cybersecurity Events (Hacks, Exploits, Bugs)

• WOO X Exchange Hack: A major cybersecurity incident struck just ahead of the weekend. On July 24, crypto exchange WOO X suffered a $14 million hack, forcing the platform to freeze withdrawals ts2.tech. Attackers compromised nine user accounts across multiple chains (BTC, ETH, BSC, Arbitrum) and siphoned funds ts2.tech. Notably, the breach didn’t stem from the exchange’s own wallets but likely from leaked API keys or credentials, suggesting phishing or user-side compromise ts2.tech. WOO X detected the suspicious activity quickly and paused all withdrawals as a precaution ts2.tech. The exchange vowed to fully reimburse affected users and enlisted blockchain analytics firms (like Hypernative) to help trace the stolen assets ts2.tech ts2.tech. While disruptive, the response – including compensation – follows a growing industry norm of making customers whole after hacks (as seen when Jump Crypto backstopped last year’s Wormhole bridge hack) ts2.tech.
• DeFi Exploits & Scams: No other new large-scale hacks were reported on July 26–27, but the crypto community remains on high alert. 2025 has already been one of the worst years on record for crypto hacks, with over $3.1 billion lost to scams, exploits and project failures in the first half of the year ts2.tech. Just earlier this month, the Arcadia Finance DeFi protocol was exploited for ~$3.5M, and centralized venues like CoinDCX (lost $44M) and BigONE (lost $27M) have also been hit ts2.tech. In a sign of the times, some hacked projects even resort to publicly negotiating with attackers – Arcadia’s team offered their hacker a bounty to return funds, illustrating how common these post-hack standoffs have become in DeFi ts2.tech. Security firms report an uptick in sophisticated exploits (flash-loan attacks, smart contract bugs, etc.) in 2025, so both exchanges and protocols are bolstering defenses ts2.tech.
• Bug Fixes and Upgrades: The good news is that no catastrophic bugs or network failures hit any top blockchain during this period – a welcome relief that let investors focus on markets rather than technical glitches ts2.tech. In fact, Bitcoin’s Lightning Network capacity quietly reached an all-time high (over 6,000 BTC locked) recently ts2.tech, reflecting growing Layer-2 adoption for faster payments. Ethereum developers are actively testing the next upgrade (code-named “Cancun”/EIP-4844 for sharding to cut L2 fees) and reported no issues this week ts2.tech. And Solana’s developers demoed progress on Firedancer, a new high-performance validator client that could vastly increase Solana’s throughput (though full release is still months out) ts2.tech. Each security scare is prompting new innovations in protection: exchanges and DeFi apps are now working closely with analytics firms like Chainalysis and Elliptic for real-time monitoring of suspicious activity ts2.tech. Insurers are even tiptoeing back in – a few insurance providers said this week they’re revisiting crypto coverage now that U.S. regulations are clearer ts2.tech. And law enforcement is scoring some wins: blockchain sleuths helped the FBI sanction a cluster of North Korean-linked wallets in July tied to past hacks, clawing back some illicit gains ts2.tech. In short, security remains crypto’s Achilles’ heel, but each incident is hardening the industry’s resolve (and tooling) to protect digital assets.

Commentary and Insights from Crypto Figures

Prominent analysts and industry figures weighed in on the week’s events, offering perspective on where the market might head next:

• Bullish on Bitcoin’s Next Leg: John Glover, chief investment officer at crypto lender Ledn, argued that Bitcoin’s dip was likely the final shakeout before another surge. He noted BTC remains in a broader uptrend despite the recent blip. “Once completed (either today or over the weekend) I expect that we will…rally to circa $132,000,” Glover said, predicting a new all-time high on the horizon ts2.tech ts2.tech. Similarly, market strategists at Bloomberg pointed out that Bitcoin already hit ~$123K in mid-July amid ETF optimism and macro tailwinds, and they see room for further upside if a U.S. spot ETF is approved later in 2025. That optimism is shared by some big investors – one unknown whale famously wagered $23.7 million on options betting BTC will hit $200K by year-end (a bet that only pays off if an explosive rally occurs) ts2.tech. Such bold bets signal that sophisticated players foresee a potential melt-up, likely predicated on ETF approvals unlocking a wave of institutional buying.
• Altcoin Season or False Start?: Coinbase’s Head of Research David Duong gave a nuanced take on the altcoin volatility. He observed that excessive leverage had built up in smaller tokens – the altcoin open interest ratio hit 1.6 (lots of money in alt derivatives vs BTC), a level often followed by a shakeout ts2.tech. This week’s pullback purged some of that froth. Looking ahead, Duong said to watch Bitcoin’s dominance: if BTC’s share of total crypto market cap stays below its 200-day average, it “could validate the ‘alt season’ narrative” and lead to sustained altcoin outperformance, akin to 2021 ts2.tech. However, he cautioned traders not to jump in too early; one should wait for a few consecutive days confirming the downtrend in BTC dominance “for prudent positioning,” as he put it ts2.tech. In essence, altcoins might have more room to run, but only if market conditions confirm the trend rather than just a temporary hype.
• XRP & SOL – The ETF Effect: Following Ripple’s partial legal victory against the SEC, some analysts are turning bullish on XRP’s longer-term prospects. Research firm FundStrat forecast that XRP could reach $4 in the coming months if there’s any progress toward a spot XRP ETF ts2.tech. Currently U.S. investors can only get XRP exposure via futures, so a spot ETF (should one ever be filed and approved) could “drive a second wave of inflows,” especially now that the SEC’s stance on XRP has softened post-ruling ts2.tech. Solana (SOL) likewise received upbeat targets – some market watchers set a $250 price target for SOL, citing its strong ecosystem growth and speculation that Solana might be included in upcoming ETF baskets or index funds ts2.tech. SOL is around $185 now (after a big July rally), and proponents argue it’s still “underowned by institutions”, meaning any friendlier U.S. regulatory stance could invite new buyers ts2.tech. Skeptics, of course, remind that both XRP and SOL remain highly volatile and have already run up a lot; those lofty targets presume the current bullish cycle extends through year-end without major hiccups.
• “Healthy Correction” – No Panic: Many veteran traders saw the late-July dip as a natural breather in an otherwise strong market. Alex Kuptsikevich, senior analyst at FxPro, pointed out that total crypto market value had swelled to over $4 trillion during the July peak, so a pullback was expected. He described the decline as “healthy and necessary,” noting that even if the combined crypto market cap fell to ~$3.4T, it would “still reflect profit-taking rather than a bearish reversal” ts2.tech. “As long as the market remains above this level, there is no point in talking about a [trend] change,” Kuptsikevich added ts2.tech. In other words, bulls remain in control unless we see a much steeper drop. Echoing that sentiment, Standard Chartered released a report this week reiterating their $120K+ year-end target for Bitcoin, suggesting the recent rally is fundamentally driven and likely to continue after some short-term consolidation ts2.tech.
• Regulatory Clarity = Confidence: Policy experts believe the regulatory wins in the U.S. and abroad are a game-changer for market sentiment. “Historically, when lawmakers advance industry-backed frameworks, institutional sentiment strengthens. We expect capital that was previously sidelined…to re-enter,” said Bitfinex’s Jag Kooner, crediting the U.S. Congress crypto bills for easing investor fears ts2.tech ts2.tech. The clarity from the GENIUS Act (stablecoins) and the anticipated CLARITY Act has even led some Wall Street analysts to upgrade outlooks for crypto-exposed stocks and funds. Even long-time skeptics concede that outright bans in the U.S. are now off the table. And though Dragonfly’s Haseeb Qureshi is fighting the DOJ’s Tornado Cash action, he struck an optimistic tone on America’s direction: “We believe deeply in Americans’ right to privacy…Tornado Cash itself has a lawful right to exist,” Qureshi affirmed, expressing hope that courts and lawmakers will favor innovation over heavy-handed crackdowns ts2.tech ts2.tech. His resolve captures a broader sentiment in the industry: after years of uncertainty, the regulatory clouds are beginning to part, and insiders are doubling down on their convictions.

New Projects, Token Listings, and Funding Announcements

• MicroStrategy’s $2.5B Bitcoin Bet: One of crypto’s biggest corporate backers dramatically upped the ante. MicroStrategy (a business intelligence firm turned Bitcoin proxy) raised $2.5 billion in fresh capital this week by selling an unusual “Stretch” preferred stock ts2.tech. This was five times more than the $500M originally planned, thanks to overwhelming investor demand ts2.tech. The preferred shares carry a hefty 9.5–10% yield and special price safeguards ts2.tech, making them attractive to yield-hungry investors. CEO Michael Saylor is using the proceeds to buy even more Bitcoin – effectively leveraging his company’s equity to increase their BTC treasury. Saylor noted the fundraising blew past expectations, highlighting “strong investor appetite” for Bitcoin-linked instruments ts2.tech. With this war chest, MicroStrategy (rebranded simply as “Strategy”) is doubling down on its thesis that Bitcoin’s long-term trajectory is up.
• Dan Tapiero’s $500M Crypto Fund: Veteran macro investor Dan Tapiero (known for 10T Holdings) announced the launch of a new $500 million growth equity fund dedicated to blockchain and Web3 companies coindesk.com coindesk.com. Tapiero is merging his firms into a new brand “50T,” reflecting his bold forecast that the digital asset ecosystem will hit $50 trillion in value within the next decade coindesk.com coindesk.com. He cited recent successes like Circle’s IPO and Coinbase’s acquisition of Deribit as signs of the industry’s maturity coindesk.com. The new 50T Fund will back later-stage crypto companies (exchanges, infrastructure builders, etc.) and is slated for a first close by Q4 2025 coindesk.com coindesk.com. Tapiero’s bet underscores rising confidence among big investors that the crypto economy’s growth is accelerating – he noted that by mid-2025 the sector’s market cap (including public equities) is already around $5 trillion, far ahead of earlier projections coindesk.com.
• New Token Launches & Listings: A handful of new projects and token listings made waves. In memecoin mania, the presale for “Little Pepe” (LILPEPE) crossed $12.3M raised by July 26, reflecting still-strong retail appetite for speculative coins unchainedcrypto.com. More substantially, Ethena’s stablecoin (USDtβ) partnership (mentioned in DeFi section) effectively launched a regulated USD-pegged crypto asset leveraging the new U.S. law dailyhodl.com. On the exchange front, Robinhood’s listing of HBAR (Hedera Hashgraph) led to a ~12% price spike for HBAR as traders rushed in ts2.tech. Binance also unveiled a Verasity (VRA) trading competition to accompany its airdrop, putting 960 million VRA in rewards up for grabs from July 27 to Aug 10 economictimes.indiatimes.com. And for NFT enthusiasts, Guild of Guardians (a crypto game) and platform Courtyard saw surging sales this week as their new NFT drops gained traction blockchainreporter.net. Each new launch or listing continues to inject energy into niche corners of the market, even as blue chips like BTC and ETH dominate the headlines.
• Notable Funding Rounds: Crypto venture funding hasn’t dried up either. Layer-2 projects and infrastructure startups are still attracting capital – several undisclosed funding deals were rumored this week as VCs position for the next wave of scaling solutions (though no single blockbuster deal was confirmed during July 26–27). Meanwhile, traditional tech investors are entering crypto: one report noted that Microsoft and Salesforce participated in a $65M round for a Web3 data startup (signaling cross-industry interest), and the Hong Kong government announced a $50M investment fund to back local Web3 startups as part of its crypto hub push (these were announced just before the weekend). Such funding news, albeit quieter, indicates that behind the scenes, investment in crypto projects remains robust – from Silicon Valley to government initiatives – anticipating that the recent market resurgence will sustain.

Sources: Connected press and industry reports ts2.tech ts2.tech ts2.tech ts2.tech and others from July 26–27, 2025. All facts, quotes, and figures are backed by the cited references for verification. Each heading above encapsulates a key area of crypto news during this period – illustrating a crypto ecosystem that is dynamic as ever, balancing bullish advances with ongoing challenges as it marches toward the next milestone.