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Satoshi Nakamoto, the elusive creator of Bitcoin, has an estimated net worth of over $134 billion, holding 1.1 million BTC that he has never moved. This wealth places him near the top of the world's richest individuals, highlighting Bitcoin's dramatic growth since his last public comment in 2011.

Bitcoin has surpassed $120,000 for the first time, rising 28% this year. This spike follows President Trump's announcement of a 30% tariff on the EU and Mexico. Market attention is shifting to upcoming US inflation data, which may influence risk assets like Bitcoin.

The Ethereum Foundation sold 10,000 ETH to SharpLink Gaming for approximately $25.7 million in an OTC deal, marking the first direct acquisition of Ethereum by a public company. SharpLink plans to use ETH as a core reserve asset for staking, underscoring a commitment to the ecosystem amidst rising interest in Ethereum ETFs.

Metaplanet, which promotes the Bitcoin (BTC) treasury business, announced on July 14 that it would be making an additional purchase of 797 Bitcoins and becoming the title sponsor of the international conference "Bitcoin Asia 2025" to be held in Hong Kong.
The total purchase amount this time is 13.798 billion yen. As a result, the company's total Bitcoin holdings have reached 16,352 BTC, and the total purchase amount has reached 239.616 billion yen.
According to the data from "Bitcoin Treasuries" that tracks the Bitcoin holdings of companies, the company's position as the 5th largest Bitcoin holding company in the world remains unchanged even after this purchase.
Furthermore, the company will be from August 28 to 29, 2025.

The decentralized music platform "DMC" has launched, leveraging AI and Web3 technologies. It redefines music creation, distribution, and artist support, allowing fans to directly stake tokens for artist support and ensure transparency in revenue sharing. A celebratory event featured top DJ Nicky Romero.

Recent trends indicate a shift towards "hyperbitcoinization," propelling Bitcoin into mainstream financial discussions. Major institutions are now holding Bitcoin, suggesting a potential transition to a Bitcoin-centric economy, as traditional fiat currencies face decline.

Mr. Torbjørn Bull Jensen from K33 warns that Bitcoin treasury companies need a sustainable business plan, and simply holding Bitcoin will not maintain the premium.

Tether will end support for USDT on five low-usage blockchains by September 1, 2025, due to declining usage. The company will focus on Layer 2 networks and newer platforms for better scalability and community engagement.

The "Science Kanagawa 2025 Digital Stamp Rally" starts on July 19, expanding to 18 locations in Kanagawa. Participants scan QR codes for NFT digital stamps, which can lead to special event entries.

BTC Digital, a Bitcoin mining company, has invested $1 million in Ethereum, branding it as "digital gold." This marks their shift towards DeFi, stablecoin issuance, and asset tokenization, with plans to increase their Ethereum reserves exceeding 1.34 million ETH.

Bitcoin reached a new all-time high of $112,702 on July 10, 2023, following significant transactions involving dormant wallets from the "Satoshi era." There's speculation about rising volatility in Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies amid changing market conditions.

The increase in supply of stablecoins like Tether and USD Coin signals substantial liquidity inflow into the crypto market, correlating with Bitcoin's recent price surge and reflecting new capital entering the cryptocurrency economy.

Major Bitcoin holders like Strategy Inc., which owns 600,000 BTC and has significant unrealized gains, show no intention of selling. Despite substantial profits, figures like Michael Saylor advocate for long-term holding, aligning with the "maximalist" philosophy.

The New Zealand government is planning to ban cryptoasset ATMs as part of a review of its Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) regime.
The government wants to target "the means for criminals to convert cash into high-risk assets such as cryptoassets," said Deputy Attorney General Nicole McKee.
According to Coin ATM Radar, there are 221 cryptoassets ATMs installed in New Zealand.
The New Zealand government is planning to ban cryptoasset (virtual currency) ATMs as part of a review of its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) regime.
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On July 10, Bitcoin’s spot ETF recorded over $1 billion in daily inflows, achieving a milestone as IBIT became the fastest ETF to reach $80 billion in assets. This surge coincided with Bitcoin hitting a new all-time high.

Bitcoin continues to discover prices above the level of 117,000 Dollars. This is partly due to the weakness of the US Dollar. When the Dollar weakens, risk assets such as stocks and cryptoassets are supported.
Bitcoin has reached an all-time high in Dollar terms, but it has not been able to update its all-time high against gold, stock indices, and the British Pound, indicating that there are important resistance lines remaining until the possibility of a true breakout emerges.
This is because much of the recent rise reflects a weaker Dollar rather than the broad materials of cryptoassets (virtual currency). The Dollar index has fallen from 110 at the beginning of the year and dropped below 98. A level below 100 typically suggests a weaker Dollar, which generally supports risk assets.

Ant Group plans to integrate Circle's USDC stablecoin into its blockchain, awaiting U.S. regulatory approval. This move aims to support tokenized assets and enhance global payments, positioning Ant as a key player in the stablecoin sector.

The essay analyzes Bitcoin's market using six technical analysis methods, concluding with an overall rating of 4.5. It highlights a significant upward trend and potential targets for further gains, while emphasizing the importance of objective analysis.

The article discusses the potential impact of Bitcoin's recent price surge above $118,000 on the broader cryptocurrency market, particularly regarding major altcoins like Ethereum, Solana, and XRP. Analysts suggest that Bitcoin's high could stimulate increased liquidity and capital inflow into altcoins, driven by a resurgence of individual and institutional investor interest.