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Solana DEX 24-Hour Trading Volume Hits $10 Billion…"A First"

The 24-hour trading volume of the decentralized exchange (DEX) based on Solana (SOL) has surpassed $10 billion (approximately 14.595 trillion KRW). On the 17th (local time), SolanaFloor announced on X that "the 24-hour trading volume of Solana DEX ha

Virtual Asset Czar "Innovation in Virtual Assets Just Beginning"

David Sachs, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and virtual asset (cryptocurrency) czar, stated that innovation in virtual assets is beginning in the United States. According to the news account Radar on the 17th (local time), David Sachs, the virtual

Solana TVL Hits All-Time High

The TVL (Total Value Locked) of Solana (SOL) has reached an all-time high. According to DeFiLlama data on the 17th (local time), Solana's TVL recorded $10.172 billion, surpassing its previous all-time high. The previous record was $10.027 billion in

"Whales Continue to Buy ETH, Targeting $7000"

There is a claim that Ethereum (ETH) could reach $7000. On the 17th (local time), Ali Martinez, a cryptocurrency analyst, stated on X, "In the past 7 days, whales have accumulated 330,000 ETH (worth $1 billion)," and "Ethereum is in a situation where

"Trump's Actions Positive for Solana… Will Reach $500"

There is a claim that Solana (SOL) could reach $500. On the 17th (local time), Andrew Kang, co-founder of Mechanism Capital, stated on X, "There is no stronger bullish signal than the U.S. (next) president launching a meme coin," and predicted, "Sola

Binance Lists Perpetual Futures for Meme Coin TRUMP

Global cryptocurrency exchange Binance has announced the listing of perpetual futures for Official Trump (TRUMP). On the 17th (local time), Binance stated on its official website, "We will list TRUMP perpetual futures," and "will support up to 25x le

Meme Coin 'Official Trump' Reaches 32nd in Market Cap Just One Day After Launch

The meme coin 'Official Trump (TRUMP)', launched by Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has reached the 32nd position in cryptocurrency market capitalization. According to CoinMarketCap on the 18th, the meme coin TRUMP surpassed a

Yoon's Warrant Review Ends After 5 Hours, Yoon Speaks for 40 Minutes and Concludes with a 5-Minute Statement

The pre-arrest interrogation (warrant review) of President Yoon Suk-yeol, who is accused of being the leader of a rebellion, concluded after about 5 hours. Judge Cha Eun-kyung of the Seoul Western District Court conducted the warrant review for Presi

"Arizona, U.S., Proposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Bill"

It has been revealed that the state of Arizona in the United States has officially proposed a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve bill. On the 17th (local time), Dennis Porter, co-founder of the Satoshi Action Fund, announced on X, "The state of Arizona

US Ethereum Spot ETF Sees $23.9 Million Inflows

The previous day, the US Ethereum spot ETF saw an inflow of $23.9 million (approximately 34.8 billion KRW). According to Passide Investor on the 17th (local time), the Ethereum spot ETF had an inflow of $23.9 million. Fidelity's FETH recorded the lar

Bybit Lists TRUMP Pre-Market Futures

Bybit announced that it will list the official meme coin TRUMP perpetual futures in the pre-market. On the 17th (local time), Bybit revealed this on its official webpage. The listing will take place today at 18:35 (KST).

DWF Labs Co-Founder: "Trump Executes the Best Crypto Marketing"

The co-founder of the cryptocurrency market maker DWF Labs has positively evaluated President Trump's issuance of a meme coin. On the 17th (local time), Andrei Grachev, co-founder of DWF Labs, stated on X, "President-elect Donald Trump is executing t

"Derivative Market Reflects Ripple's Bullish Sentiment"

It appears that the bullish sentiment for Ripple is also being reflected in the derivatives market. On the 16th (local time), according to The Block, Nikolai Sondergaard, an analyst at Nansen, stated, "The trading volume of Ripple in the derivatives

Joo Ki-Young: "U.S. Strategic Assets, Bitcoin Alone is Enough"

The CEO of CryptoQuant argued that the U.S. government's strategic reserve assets are sufficient with Bitcoin alone. On the 16th (local time), Joo Ki-Young, CEO of CryptoQuant, stated, "I am not a hardcore supporter of Bitcoin," but added, "The U.S.

Metaplanet CEO: "Bitcoin is the Best Financial Strategic Asset"

The CEO of the Japanese listed company Metaplanet, which has purchased Bitcoin (BTC), claimed that Bitcoin is the best financial strategic asset for listed companies. On the 16th (local time), Simon Gerovich, CEO of Metaplanet, stated via X, "For the

[Breaking] Israel Prime Minister's Office "Security Cabinet Approves Gaza Ceasefire Proposal"

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[Analysis] "Ripple, Similar to 2017 Surge…Possible 100% Increase from Current Price"

There is a claim that Ripple could rise by about 100% from its current price. On the 16th (local time), Cointelegraph stated, "Ripple's price movement is similar to the time in early 2017 when Bitcoin (BTC) surged by 2,500%," and "considering technic

[Analysis] "Ripple Could Surpass Ethereum (ETH) in Market Cap"

An analyst from Messari has claimed that Ripple could surpass Ethereum (ETH) in market capitalization. On the 16th (local time), Sam Ruskin, an analyst at Messari, stated on X, "I am confident that Ripple can surpass Ethereum's market cap," adding, "

Impact of 3 Trillion Token Unlock?…"Anonymous Whale Sells 10.97 Million ONDO"

An anonymous whale has reportedly sold 10.97 million Ondo Finance (ONDO). On the 16th (local time), blockchain analytics firm Spot On Chain announced on X that "an anonymous whale swapped 10,978,000 ONDO for 13,580,000 USDC (approximately 19.8 billio

Bitcoin Surpasses $102,000… Reaches 150 Million Won on Upbit

Bitcoin has surpassed $102,000. On Upbit, it has broken through 150 million won. As of 5:34 PM, Bitcoin on the Binance USDT market recorded $102,076, up 2.69% from 24 hours ago. During the same period, it rose 2.86% on Upbit, reaching 150.87 million

[Analysis] Coinbase Premium Negative…"Weak U.S. Investment Sentiment"

Amid growing industry expectations for U.S. virtual asset (cryptocurrency) policies, an analysis has emerged indicating that U.S. investors' investment sentiment is at a low level. On the 16th (local time), Coindesk reported, "While positive expectat

Whale Purchases 200 Million DOGE in 48 Hours

In the past two days, whales have been reported to have purchased a large amount of Dogecoin (DOGE). On the 16th (local time), Ali Martinez, a cryptocurrency analyst, stated on X, "In the last 48 hours, whales have bought over 200 million Dogecoins."

"Next Week, $100 Million Worth of Tokens to Unlock... Immutable X (IMX) Leads the Pack"

Next week, over $100 million worth of tokens will be unlocked. On the 10th (local time), Tokenomist (formerly Token Unlock) announced on X, "Major projects with tokens unlocking between the 20th and 26th," stating, "The total value of tokens to be un

Changpeng Zhao and Vitalik Buterin Focus on 'DeSci'... Will It Attract Crypto Investment?

Promoting Scientific Advancement with Blockchain... CZ and Vitalik Also Focused "Market Cap Weak Compared to Recognition... Plenty of Room for Growth" "Effectiveness Controversy, Must Be Proven with Results" BioProtocol (BIO) was listed on Binance on

Orbiter Finance to Build a Hub Integrating All Chains

Ethereum-based cross-chain bridge project Orbiter Finance (hereafter referred to as Orbiter) announced on the 15th that it will continue its technological development and adoption this year to achieve the goal of 'All Chains, One Hub.' Now in its fou

'Sonieum', Sony's Mainnet Launch

Sony Block Solution Labs (Sony BSL), a subsidiary of Sony Group, launched the 'Sonieum' mainnet on the 14th. Sony Block Solution Labs is a joint venture between the web3 technology company Startrail and Sony Group. Sonieum is a layer 2 blockchain tha

Changpeng Zhao: "Don't Regret Buying Bitcoin, Act Today"

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), former CEO of Binance, stated that one should not hesitate to buy Bitcoin (BTC) and should act immediately. On the 13th (local time), Changpeng Zhao mentioned on X, "You might have thought about how it would have been better to b

"Bitcoin to Reach $1.5 Million by 2035"

There is a claim that Bitcoin (BTC) will reach $1.5 million by 2035. According to Cointelegraph on the 10th (local time), cryptocurrency analyst Timothy Peterson stated, "Bitcoin will reach $1.5 million by 2035," adding, "This prediction is certain."

"Approach the Cryptocurrency Market with Caution in the Coming Months"

There is a claim that the cryptocurrency market should be approached with caution in the coming months. On the 10th (local time), on-chain analyst Willy Woo stated on X, "The current investment sentiment in the cryptocurrency market appears bullish,"

Bitwise: "Cryptocurrency has Established Itself as a Mainstream Investment Asset"

Asset management firm Bitwise has assessed that cryptocurrency has established itself as a mainstream investment asset. On the 10th (local time), Bitwise shared the results of the '2025 Financial Advisors' Attitudes Towards Cryptocurrency Survey' on