Author: ethan

Ethan focuses on altcoins and emerging blockchain ecosystems, covering new projects, sector expansion, and shifting narratives across the crypto landscape. His work looks at how ecosystems grow and interact, beyond short-term price movements.He regularly contributes context on Layer 1 developments and Web3 or DeFi trends connected to broader ecosystem growth.

The cryptocurrency market is showing mixed signals from its largest investors. Recently, a newly created wallet executed a strong accumulation of Ethereum, buying $32 million worth of ETH. This move suggests growing institutional interest. However, it contrasts sharply with Solana and Bitcoin whales who are withdrawing capital. The information regarding the ETH purchase comes from Arkham data.

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The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a civil case against HTX in the London High Court, alleging unlawful promotion of cryptoassets to UK consumers. The regulator says HTX advertised without required permissions under rules introduced in 2023, signaling that these standards will be enforced. The case focuses on UK users and highlights how approval and registration obligations apply to crypto promotions.

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Avantis, a leveraged trading protocol, is experiencing notable Avantis growth on Base. Its Total Value Locked (TVL) recently surpassed the $30 million mark. This key milestone directly coincides with the launch of its AVNT governance token and the implementation of an aggressive airdrop incentive campaign. The on-chain analytics firm Lookonchain highlighted significant whale activity immediately driving demand.

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A company supported by Ripple plans to launch a SPAC to raise one thousand million dollars and “create the largest public XRP treasury.” The initiative would concentrate a large amount of XRP inside a single listed entity, inviting scrutiny over how the treasury is managed. The move could influence institutional behavior, market liquidity, and the token’s price, while prompting questions about governance and exposure.

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