Surprise – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:11:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Surprise – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Crypto Market Prediction: Ripple's RLUSD's $200 Million Surge, Dogecoin's Big $0.24 Surprise, Ethereum's Calm Before $5,000 Storm https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-market-prediction-ripples-rlusds-200-million-surge-dogecoins-big-0-24-surprise-ethereums-calm-before-5000-storm/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-market-prediction-ripples-rlusds-200-million-surge-dogecoins-big-0-24-surprise-ethereums-calm-before-5000-storm/#respond Thu, 11 Sep 2025 03:11:38 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-market-prediction-ripples-rlusds-200-million-surge-dogecoins-big-0-24-surprise-ethereums-calm-before-5000-storm/

The cryptocurrency market recovered quite well on Sept. 11, pushing new boundaries of the bearish market further and potentially making even more progress than anticipated. The surge in RLUSD volume could suggest more careful positioning, though. In our most recent market prediction, we broke down how bulls started coming back.

RLUSDT volume spike

Around $200 million have moved through Ripple’s stablecoin, RLUSD, in the past day, marking a huge spike in trading volume. This spike is garnering attention throughout the cryptocurrency market, for a token that normally keeps a low-key, stable profile as a USD-pegged stablecoin.

There could be a number of causes for this kind of movement. In order to protect themselves from the volatility of more risky assets like Bitcoin or Ethereum, institutional players may be moving their money into RLUSD. Stablecoins are probably being used as a safe haven by some traders due to recent volatility in altcoins and significant inflows into exchanges.

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Source: Coinmarketcap

  • The volume might indicate early activity from payment corridors opening up behind the scenes, given Ripple’s continuous push for adoption in cross-border payments and settlements. The main lesson learned from the spike is that RLUSD remains steady, bolstering trust in its peg mechanism.

  • If the volume rise continues, it may signal the start of a larger uptake of Ripple’s stablecoin on payment and trading platforms. Investors should monitor whether the higher demand results in deeper liquidity across exchanges in the near future, as this would make the RLUSD a more dependable trading pair.

In general, speculation is less important than the overall positioning of the cryptocurrency market when it comes to RLUSD’s $200 million volume surge. In a way, it draws attention to the rising need for stability on an unpredictable market and suggests that Ripple’s stablecoin might become more significant in future global liquidity flows.

How good can DOGE be?

Dogecoin has performed surprisingly well, breaking through the $0.24 mark, which few had predicted given its slow performance in recent months. DOGE — which was once thought to be a meme-driven asset vulnerable to hype cycles — is now exhibiting resilience, defying general market uncertainty and proving its capacity to surprise both ardent supporters and doubters. 

The 100-day and 200-day EMAs of Dogecoin have been a solid base for buyers, and the cryptocurrency has continuously respected important support zones in the $0.21-$0.22 range in recent weeks. With bulls intervening at pivotal points, the recovery from these levels and the break above short-term moving averages suggest that momentum is improving. 

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Additionally, there has been a slight increase in trading volume, which could indicate that fresh market interest is emerging. The RSI, which is close to 59, indicates that bullish pressure is increasing without being overbought. This allows for more upside before reaching harsh circumstances.

If DOGE stays above $0.24, the next logical resistance is located between $0.27 and $0.28, where earlier rallies this summer were capped. A run toward $0.30, which would represent a major psychological milestone, might be possible if that zone is successfully broken. The fact that this rally coincides with a decline in the enthusiasm surrounding meme coins is what makes it so intriguing. 

It appears that technical strength and accumulation rather than speculative mania were the driving forces behind DOGE’s move. Dogecoin may start to establish a reputation as a reliable mid-cap cryptocurrency with steady investor support if this trend keeps up. In summary, Dogecoin has resurfaced as a contender in the current market cycle after its unexpected breakout above $0.24 has dispelled bearish expectations.

Ethereum too quiet

With price action settling in the $4,300 range and volatility at all-time lows, Ethereum is exhibiting an unusual calm. The second-largest cryptocurrency believes that this quiet time is misleading and could be a risky prelude to a storm.

With tight candles and little volume, ETH has been trading sideways on the charts for more than a week. The market seems to be losing liquidity, which suggests that traders are holding off until something clear happens. In the past, these periods of inaction frequently came before violent outbursts.

Ethereum is holding at high levels without either buyers or sellers controlling the market, which is more concerning than just the lack of movement. This implies that it might release a surge strong enough to destroy everything in its path when momentum eventually returns.

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The thesis is supported by technical indicators. There is still plenty of opportunity for growth as the RSI is neutral but balanced at 51. Ethereum, meanwhile, is still trading above its 50-day EMA, indicating that the bullish structure is still in place even in the absence of any immediate action.

Failure to hold current levels could result in a retest of $4,100 or even $3,800, while a clean breakout above $4,500 could pave the way to the eagerly anticipated $5,000 mark. Because there is less liquidity, there is a greater chance that a sudden surge in buying pressure will lead to a series of short liquidations, which would send ETH skyrocketing.

On the other hand, if bears take advantage of the situation, the same lack of liquidity may accelerate a sharp decline. Although Ethereum’s silence is unsettling, it also prepares the market for the next pivotal action.

The storm has the potential to propel ETH to new heights with $5,000 as the main target if bulls make a strong comeback. The calm should be interpreted as a warning rather than a sign of safety until that time.

The general state of the market is cautiously positive. With the comeback of Bitcoin, Ethereum and other grands, smaller assets are gaining more traction and might show us long-awaited recoveries. Unfortunately, if stablecoin volumes keep on growing, it would be a sign of a bearish shift.

]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/crypto-market-prediction-ripples-rlusds-200-million-surge-dogecoins-big-0-24-surprise-ethereums-calm-before-5000-storm/feed/ 0 57822 Bitcoin jumps to $113k as US producer prices shock with surprise August drop https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-jumps-to-113k-as-us-producer-prices-shock-with-surprise-august-drop/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-jumps-to-113k-as-us-producer-prices-shock-with-surprise-august-drop/#respond Wed, 10 Sep 2025 13:18:45 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-jumps-to-113k-as-us-producer-prices-shock-with-surprise-august-drop/

US producer prices fell in August, reinforcing a weaker inflation outlook just a day after major revisions showed US employment levels overstated by nearly one million jobs.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the Producer Price Index declined 0.1 percent on the month, below forecasts for a 0.4 percent increase. Core PPI also fell 0.1 percent, with annual readings slowing to 2.8 percent from 3.4 percent in July.

US PPI data (Source: Trading Economics)
US PPI data (Source: Trading Economics)

The release follows last week’s data showing August nonfarm payrolls added only 22,000 positions, while unemployment rose to 4.3 percent. A separate benchmark revision revealed total employment had been overstated by 911,000 jobs, bringing the cumulative downward adjustment over the past year to 1.5 million.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the corrections showed the Federal Reserve maintained restrictive policy based on incomplete data.

Average hourly earnings rose 0.3 percent on the month and 3.7 percent from a year earlier, matching forecasts.

Combined with revised productivity figures showing a 3.3 percent gain in the second quarter and unit labor costs up just 1 percent, the inflation backdrop has eased. Still, services inflation remains firm, with the ISM prices index near 69 in August.

Markets rallied on the softer PPI print, viewing it as support for Federal Reserve rate cuts at the September policy meeting.

Bitcoin rose 1.1 percent to $113,449, while Ethereum gained 1.2 percent to $4,372. The S&P 500 climbed 0.34 percent to $654, extending earlier gains as investors priced in easier financial conditions.

]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-jumps-to-113k-as-us-producer-prices-shock-with-surprise-august-drop/feed/ 0 57720 Shiba Inu (SHIB) Surprise Rally Is Possible, XRP Expelled, Risks Losing $2, Bitcoin (BTC): Bull Market Is Over? https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shiba-inu-shib-surprise-rally-is-possible-xrp-expelled-risks-losing-2-bitcoin-btc-bull-market-is-over/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shiba-inu-shib-surprise-rally-is-possible-xrp-expelled-risks-losing-2-bitcoin-btc-bull-market-is-over/#respond Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:43:10 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shiba-inu-shib-surprise-rally-is-possible-xrp-expelled-risks-losing-2-bitcoin-btc-bull-market-is-over/
  • Bitcoin becoming bearish
  • XRP’s summer rally ends?

For weeks, Shiba Inu’s sideways movement provides nothing but unclear direction. However, a surprise rally might be closer than most people think, according to the current chart setup.

SHIB has been consolidating within a symmetrical triangle formation, a technical pattern frequently linked to strong breakout potential, which explains why SHIB has been trading between support and resistance levels that are progressively convergent since July. Right now, the price is firmly contained within the triangle, indicating a decrease in volatility and increasing pressure. Usually, a decisive action is taken when SHIB enters such compressionary periods. Importantly, SHIB is still adhering to both trendlines and hasn’t broken out of the formation. By itself, this maintains the potential for an upside breakout.

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SHIB/USDT Chart by TradingView

SHIB is still below important moving averages, such as the 200-day SMA, from a technical standpoint, indicating that the overall trend is still bearish. On the other hand, unexpected rallies frequently happen when traders least expect them and sentiment is low. Stop orders and short-term bullish momentum could be triggered by a clear break above the triangle’s upper boundary, which would push SHIB back toward resistance levels close to $0.0000130, and possibly higher if volume supports the move.

On the downside, SHIB runs the risk of retesting the $0.0000115 region if the triangle support is lost. The pattern’s price compression, however, indicates that the market is currently waiting for a trigger.

The main conclusion is that SHIB is still in its symmetrical triangle. The potential for an unexpected rally cannot be disregarded as long as it stays inside. Because the pattern is likely to move quickly once the breakout occurs, traders should closely monitor volume spikes and daily closes around its boundaries.

Bitcoin becoming bearish

Recent price movements for Bitcoin have rekindled concerns that the current bull market may be nearing its end. After testing resistance levels above $120,000 and continuing to rise for months, Bitcoin has now fallen below a crucial technical level: the 50-day exponential moving average (EMA). It is possible that the market is transitioning from a bullish phase to a longer bearish one as a result of this breakdown.

As a short- to midterm trend indicator, the 50 EMA has been used historically. Whenever the price gets close to the line, Bitcoin tends to bounce back and stay above it during strong uptrends. But the most recent move below this support, along with the low buying volume, indicates that the bullish momentum is waning.

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The 200-day EMA, at about $104,000, which frequently serves as the boundary between bull and bear cycles, is the next key area to keep an eye on. Traders may perceive the beginning of a more significant correction if Bitcoin closes several sessions below the 50 EMA and is unable to swiftly recover it. Increased selling pressure would probably result from such a situation, with downside targets extending toward the $106,000-$104,000 range. A bear market would be even more strongly confirmed if the 200-day EMA were to break below.

The bull market isn’t quite over. In comparable configurations, Bitcoin has previously demonstrated resilience by regaining the 50 EMA and starting to rise again. The market is currently at a turning point: Either Bitcoin maintains its current levels and rises above the $113,000 resistance, or it runs the risk of plummeting as sentiment wanes.

XRP’s summer rally ends?

The strong uptrend that propelled XRP earlier this summer may be coming to an end, as the token has formally broken down from its symmetrical triangle pattern. Bulls should be concerned about this technical breakdown, because triangles are frequently used as continuation or reversal setups. XRP’s failure to maintain support within the formation, in this instance, is bearish and may pave the way for further losses.

Not only has XRP fallen out of the triangle, but it is also perilously close to its 100-day moving average, at the moment trading around $2.81. The next important area, the 200-day moving average, is located at about $2.50 if this support fails. In the past, bullish and bearish market structures have been distinguished by this level. If there was a clear break below, more aggressive selling would probably follow.

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There is a greater chance that XRP will fall closer to the psychological $2 mark if momentum keeps waning and it is unable to swiftly recover lost ground. Losing $2 would be a significant change in attitude and might undo a lot of the gains made in the previous few months. The most recent move was accompanied by declining volume, so there isn’t much proof that buyers are acting quickly to purchase at the current prices.

This breakdown, viewed more broadly, puts XRP in a vulnerable position. What was formerly a robust upward trend driven by bullish momentum may now turn into a longer-term downward trend. The outlook remains dominated by downside risks until XRP can rise back above $3.00 and invalidate this bearish move.

XRP’s technical structure has weakened, and a decline toward $2 or even lower is very likely unless there is a swift recovery. The market now awaits the conclusion of the rally, or the ability of bulls to hold onto key support areas.

]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shiba-inu-shib-surprise-rally-is-possible-xrp-expelled-risks-losing-2-bitcoin-btc-bull-market-is-over/feed/ 0 56181 Ethereum to $10K? DeepSeek’s Latest ETH Forecast Will Surprise You https://earlybirdsinvest.com/ethereum-to-10k-deepseeks-latest-eth-forecast-will-surprise-you/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/ethereum-to-10k-deepseeks-latest-eth-forecast-will-surprise-you/#respond Wed, 16 Jul 2025 14:58:29 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/ethereum-to-10k-deepseeks-latest-eth-forecast-will-surprise-you/

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Is the current $3.1K price tag just the beginning for the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency?

Ethereum ($ETH) could be on track to hit $10K, according to a recent forecast from DeepSeek AI, a China-based artificial intelligence firm. The prediction has ignited fresh debate among investors about whether $ETH is entering a new era of growth – or if the market is simply getting ahead of itself.

And there’s the normal question of whether or not AI knows what it’s talking about, of course.

DeepSeek AI Issues Bullish Forecast

Recently, China-based DeepSeek AI suggested that Ethereum may surpass its previous all-time high of $4.9K by the end of Q3 2025 (it’s currently down 35% from that ATH).

After breaking the $4.9K mark, $ETH could make a run toward the $10K mark.

The forecast points to Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake, increased adoption of Layer-2 scaling solutions, and steady deployment of key upgrades like Pectra as catalysts for this dramatic price move.

Crucially, DeepSeek isn’t the only expert to make the $10K prediction.

EMJ Capital Sees Ethereum to $10K – And Beyond

Eric Jackson of EMJ Capital points to a number of pending changes that aren’t already priced in, even with Ethereum’s latest gains.

That means the true bull run hasn’t started yet, at least for $ETH.

Eric Jackson X post explaining why he thinks Ethereum could reach $10K.

Most important of all the coming changes is the pending $ETH ETF approval. While the crypto world waits for the SEC to approve spot $ETH ETFs with staking and yield generation offerings, traditional spot $ETH ETFS marked over a week of positive inflows.

Eric Jackson X post explaining why he thinks Ethereum could reach $10K.

What would make yield-bearing crypto ETFs such a big deal? In part, the enhanced ETFs would be a powerful alternative to the currently more popular Bitcoin ETFs.

But as Jackson pointed out, it’s not about the simple earning potential of the underlying tokens. Ethereum yield ETFs could provide genuine integration with traditional finance.

Eric Jackson X post explaining Ethereum ETFs

Jackson sees the next leg of Ethereum’s rally as coming from staking-enabled ETFs, which may launch by October 2025. A staking ETF offering 3.5% yield on top of price appreciation could create a supply crunch and drive $ETH demand to unprecedented levels, as Jackson pointed out.

DeepSeek: Ethereum $8K-$12K By 2025, $20K After?

DeepSeek shares Jackson’s viewpoints, but see a few potential risks:

  • Regulatory Uncertainty – With Crypto Week underway, regularity clarity is improving, but any delays could still hinder development.
  • Competition – Solana, Cardano, and other L1s could erode Ethereum’s dominance.
  • Macro Downturn – A broader global recession or crypto winter could suppress prices.
  • Technical Risks – Bugs, delays, or failures in upgrades could hinder future scalability improvements.

Beyond those hindrances, some experts urge caution.

DeepSeek’s earlier projection of $8K- $12K for Q1 2025 has not materialized, and Ethereum remains in the $3K range. A major correction in tech equities or tighter monetary policy could stall Ethereum’s progress.

There are also concerns about the centralization risks inherent in proof-of-stake systems and whether Ethereum’s scalability upgrades can keep pace with surging demand.

Don’t let Ethereum’s march to $10K distract you entirely; there’s another token with limitless potential lurking just beneath the surface.

TOKEN6900 ($T6900) – The Best Crypto Presale and the Essence of Meme Coin Mania

Let’s get a few things out of the way: Token 6900 ($T6900) isn’t a utility token in any way, shape, or form. There’s no crypto wallet, no exchange, no P2E game. There’s not even an NFT.

There is a meme, a mood, and a vibe.

The SPX6900 meme coin sits at $1.81 with a similar lack of utility. In fact, SPX6900 is up 20% in a week, riding the wave of more practical cryptos like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

SPX6900 performance on CoinMarketCap

But Token 6900 is better than $SPX6900. The vibe is better, the timing is better, and the tokenomics is better. After all, $T6900 has a whole 1 token advantage over $SPX6900, a sure sign of a superior project.

If all this sounds crazy, you’re in the right place. $T6900 is a wild token for wild times – and it could just be the best play for the crypto bull run.

Embrace the old-school, cluttered visual aesthetic. Embrace the independence from the financial system.

Embrace Token 6900 (learn how to buy $T6900 in our guide).

Visit the Token 6900 website today.

A Pivotal Moment for Ethereum

As Ethereum reaches multi-month highs, the stage is set for a crucial few months. If staking-enabled ETFs are approved and Layer-2 adoption accelerates, ETH could accelerate rapidly toward the $10K milestone.

But as with all crypto markets, volatility remains the only constant – so do your own research.

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]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/ethereum-to-10k-deepseeks-latest-eth-forecast-will-surprise-you/feed/ 0 47974 21Shares says June payroll surprise sets soft-landing stage that could catalyze Bitcoin beyond $200k https://earlybirdsinvest.com/21shares-says-june-payroll-surprise-sets-soft-landing-stage-that-could-catalyze-bitcoin-beyond-200k/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/21shares-says-june-payroll-surprise-sets-soft-landing-stage-that-could-catalyze-bitcoin-beyond-200k/#respond Thu, 03 Jul 2025 21:27:15 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/21shares-says-june-payroll-surprise-sets-soft-landing-stage-that-could-catalyze-bitcoin-beyond-200k/

June US employment data exceeded forecasts and sets a macro backdrop that could send Bitcoin (BTC) past $200,000, according to a research note from Matt Mena, crypto research strategist at 21Shares.

The Labor Department reported that non-farm payrolls increased by 147,000 in June, surpassing the consensus estimate of 110,000, while the unemployment rate fell to 4.1% from 4.2%. Additionally, it came below the estimated 4.3%.

Mena writes that the numbers show “labor market strength without overheating,” a mix that supports the Federal Reserve’s slow-landing narrative. 

Futures tied to the federal funds rate now fully price a 25-basis-point cut at the September policy meeting, and the CME FedWatch Tool assigns roughly a 75% chance to that outcome.

With headline inflation tracking 2.4%, Mena argues that the Fed “has room to act,” primarily as political pressure builds. The pressure comes mainly from President Donald Trump’s letter urging a return to a 1% terminal rate.

Liquidity channels and market response

Rate-cut expectations are filtering into risk assets. Mena notes that S&P 500 futures are “flirting with all-time highs” near 6,300, while Bitcoin trades between $108,000 and $110,000 on July 3 and “waits for a catalyst.” 

As of press time, BTC is priced at $109,518.14, representing a nearly 1% increase in the past 24 hours.

Mena noted that Bitcoin’s share of total crypto market value has slipped to 62%, down 3% in recent days. He views this as an early sign of capital rotating into altcoins. 

He links the shift to greater liquidity prospects with congressional progress on the Market Structure Bill and the GENIUS Act, legislation he says could help dampen regulatory uncertainty and widen institutional participation.

Path to $200,000

Mena connected the data chain with a broader context that can propel Bitcoin towards the $200,000 threshold. He mentioned that steady but non-inflationary job growth paves the way for Fed easing, lower policy rates, and liquidity release. 

Historically, fresh capital is first allocated to Bitcoin and then to altcoins. In that sequence, he writes, “the runway is forming” for a push through the previous cycle’s high. 

The strategist sees the $200,000 mark as “a decisive breakout level” rather than a cycle peak, adding that altcoins could outperform once Bitcoin establishes a new range.

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]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/21shares-says-june-payroll-surprise-sets-soft-landing-stage-that-could-catalyze-bitcoin-beyond-200k/feed/ 0 45596 NFT-Ecosystem Token Built on Solana (SOL) Falters After Gaining Surprise Support From Binance Futures https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nft-ecosystem-token-built-on-solana-sol-falters-after-gaining-surprise-support-from-binance-futures/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nft-ecosystem-token-built-on-solana-sol-falters-after-gaining-surprise-support-from-binance-futures/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 22:44:19 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nft-ecosystem-token-built-on-solana-sol-falters-after-gaining-surprise-support-from-binance-futures/

A non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace built over the smart contract platform Solana (SOL) is seeing red after abruptly gaining support from the world’s largest crypto exchange by volume.

In a new announcement, Binance says it’s adding the NFT ecosystem Doodles (DOOD) to Binance Alpha, a platform within the Binance wallet that showcases early-stage digital assets and offers futures contracts for them.

“Binance is excited to announce that Doodles (DOOD) will open for trading on Binance Alpha at 2025-05-09 13:00 (UTC). In addition, Binance Futures will launch DOODUSDT Perpetual Contract with up to 50x leverage at 2025-05-09 13:30 (UTC).”

Despite the news, DOOD fell through the floor, as the digital asset went from a price tag of $0.00807 on the morning of May 9th to a low of $0.00686, a 12.8% decrease during the last 24 hours.

Doodles is a collection of 10,000 unique NFTs that launched in 2021, created by the pseudonymous Canadian artist Burnt Toast. According to its website, it has since expanded into live storytelling and gaming as well.

“Within the Stoodio, Doodles’ proprietary fandom hub, users can create and customize their own Doodles avatars, collect digital items from online and real life experiences, connect with a global community, and unlock award-winning content based on their engagement.”

Last year, Doodles – in collaboration with artists Lil Wayne, Lil Yachty and Pharrell Williams – released a music video in the art style of the brand.

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]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nft-ecosystem-token-built-on-solana-sol-falters-after-gaining-surprise-support-from-binance-futures/feed/ 0 35337 This Google Photos alternative made by Google is still a surprise to many! https://earlybirdsinvest.com/this-google-photos-alternative-made-by-google-is-still-a-surprise-to-many/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/this-google-photos-alternative-made-by-google-is-still-a-surprise-to-many/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 06:09:03 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/this-google-photos-alternative-made-by-google-is-still-a-surprise-to-many/
Google Gallery app on Pixel resized

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority

TL;DR

  • Google has a Gallery app (formerly Gallery Go) designed for offline photo viewing, which many users, even Pixel owners, are unaware of despite its billion-plus downloads and six-year existence.
  • A trending Reddit thread revealed widespread surprise about the app’s existence, with users praising it as a simple alternative to Google Photos.
  • The app has been under the radar due to a lack of promotion and updates from Google. It received minor improvements in January.

Google Photos isn’t just a feature-rich gallery app; it’s also a powerful editing tool, which explains why it’s among the most-used apps on Android devices. But did you know that Google also has another gallery app designed specifically for offline photo management? It’s essentially a lighter, offline-friendly version of Google Photos, and surprisingly, many Android users have never heard of it.

We assumed everyone was aware of Google’s lesser-known Gallery app. After all, it has received considerable coverage from various tech publications, including us. Back in 2023, my colleague Hadlee Simons even recommended it as a simple, offline solution for viewing photos. Despite all the coverage, it turns out many users, including many Pixel owners, still don’t know the app exists.

A Reddit thread, first noticed by DroidLife and currently trending on the Pixel subreddit, highlights just how under-the-radar the Gallery app remains. The app has over a billion downloads, yet the trending Reddit thread is filled with surprised Pixel users thanking a commenter for introducing them to it.

Did you know about the Google Gallery app?

1 votes

“Oh my gosh, why did I not know about this? And you’re telling me I’ll automatically see all my photos and videos here? And I can use it like a normal gallery?” wrote the thread’s creator, who was searching for a Google Photos alternative.

“Bless you. This has been my biggest gripe with Google Photos. I tried third-party apps, but they were super sketchy, so I gave up,” added another user.

“Thanks for sharing — I didn’t know this app existed,” wrote yet another commenter, followed by more such surprise reactions.

So why the lack of awareness? Likely because Google doesn’t promote the Gallery app much. Originally launched in 2019 as Gallery Go, the app was intended for low-end devices with limited storage in markets where network connectivity isn’t great. Since then, the app hasn’t seen much marketing or feature expansion.

While Google hasn’t added any major functionality to the Gallery app in years, its most recent update came in January, focused on bug fixes and minor improvements. The app does offer basic AI-powered photo organization, but it’s a straightforward tool for viewing locally stored photos and videos. Nothing more.

For those sticking with Google Photos, there’s an easy way to access local media and differentiate between what’s on your device and what’s stored in the cloud. You can just head to the “Collections” tab and tap on “On this device” to view images and videos saved locally on your phone.

]]> https://earlybirdsinvest.com/this-google-photos-alternative-made-by-google-is-still-a-surprise-to-many/feed/ 0 35215 Google Messages now finally shields you from surprise nudes https://earlybirdsinvest.com/google-messages-now-finally-shields-you-from-surprise-nudes/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/google-messages-now-finally-shields-you-from-surprise-nudes/#respond Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:15:51 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/google-messages-now-finally-shields-you-from-surprise-nudes/

What you need to know

  • Google Messages is rolling out smart alerts to automatically blur explicit images before you even see them.
  • The feature is opt-in—you’ll need to turn it on yourself. Once active, it flags potential nudes before they load and offers options for action.
  • You can choose to view the image, block the sender, or check out why it was flagged.
  • Teens have it turned on by default, but adults need to opt in.

Google Messages is kicking off the rollout of smart alerts for sensitive images. Basically, if it spots something that looks like nudity, it’ll blur it out automatically before the recipients even open it.

This privacy-first feature has been simmering behind the scenes for quite some time. Google first gave us a preview of it last year, aiming for a February launch. Fast forward to now, and it’s finally starting to show up, but only in the beta version of Google Messages and just for a small group of users, per 9to5Google.

The Sensitive Content Warning is opt-in, so you’ll need to turn it on yourself. Once it’s active, it acts like a little checkpoint that flags potential nudes before they load and gives you a heads-up, plus some helpful info and options.

‘You sure about that?’ warnings

When you get this warning, you’ve got three choices: go ahead and view the image, block the sender, or check out why it was flagged in the first place. If you do choose to view it, you’ll also get the option to blur it again later, which is handy if someone else grabs your phone for a brief moment.

If you’re about to send a risky picture yourself, it’ll also drop a quick warning to let you know what you’re getting into.

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sensitive content warnings on Google Messages
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Sensitive Content Warnings work a bit differently depending on your age. While adults have to turn it on themselves, for teens, it’s switched on by default. If it’s a supervised account, like one managed by a parent through Google’s Family Link, you can’t turn it off at all. But if you’re a teen (13–17) with an unsupervised account, you can go into your settings and switch it off manually if you want.

Your device, your privacy

A key thing to highlight is that everything happens right on your device. Thanks to Android’s SafetyCore, the app handles all the scanning and results locally, with zero data being sent to Google’s servers.

Since all the scanning happens on your device, Google makes it clear that it is not seeing your photos or sending anything out. Plus, it doesn’t mess with RCS’s end-to-end encryption, so your messages stay fully locked down.

That said, this feature only covers still images (videos are not included) and only activates when a supported app, like Messages, makes the request.

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Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the disgraced founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has conducted a second interview from prison, once again drawing controversy and causing repercussions for his crisis management team.

The interview, hosted by Tucker Carlson and posted on social media on Bankman-Fried’s 33rd birthday, took even his own public relations representative, Mark Botnick, by surprise. As a result, Botnick has resigned from his position, stating he had no prior knowledge of the interview and was not involved in its planning.

In a statement to Business Insider, Botnick said,

“As of today, I no longer represent SBF.”

It is important to note that Botnick is a seasoned public relations strategist who previously worked with former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. He has managed Bankman-Fried’s image since the collapse of FTX in November 2022 and played a crucial role in navigating the embattled entrepreneur through various legal challenges, including his bail violations and pre-trial imprisonment.

However, SBF’s increasing unpredictability appears to have strained their working relationship. Recently, he posted messages on X advising on former President Donald Trump’s plans to remove federal employees – actions Botnick claims were neither approved nor authorized by him.

Jailhouse Confessions: SBF Says He’s Not a Criminal

During the interview, Bankman-Fried reflected on his prison experience and commented on fellow inmate Sean “Diddy” Combs at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, saying,

“He’s been kind to people in the unit. He’s been kind to me. It’s also, it’s a position no one wants to be in, you know – obviously he doesn’t, I don’t. As you said, it’s, it’s kind of a soul crushing place for the world in general.”

Despite his conviction and ongoing appeals, Bankman-Fried maintained his innocence, telling Carlson, “I don’t think I was a criminal.” He also estimated that, at the very least, he would be in his late 40s when released, despite being sentenced until age 57.

His prior interviews with major outlets such as The Financial Times, Bloomberg News, and Vox have already been used against him in court and have served as evidence of how he allegedly misled investors.

SBF’s Political Shape-Shifting

SBF’s political allegiances appear to be as fluid as his business ethics, as seen in his interview with a right-wing political commentator. After previously positioning himself as a major donor to the Democratic Party, he now seems to be pivoting toward President Trump and the Republican Party.

He criticized Joe Biden as well as former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whose aggressive stance on cryptocurrency regulation did little to help the FTX founder’s cause. Now serving a 25-year prison sentence, Bankman-Fried appears to be eyeing a different path to redemption – through the possibility of a Trump pardon.

Speculation about a potential pardon first gained traction in December which was primarily fueled by discussions of Bankman-Fried’s deep Democratic ties. Even Elon Musk weighed in, saying he would be “shocked” if a pardon weren’t on the table. However, as his legal avenues have dwindled, reports have surfaced that his parents have been lobbying for clemency from Trump, suggesting that SBF’s political calculus has shifted dramatically.

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The U.S. stock market has stumbled in recent weeks as the Trump administration imposed tariffs on goods imported from Canada, China, and Mexico, potentially starting a trade war. The market has been especially volatile because the White House has wavered on its trade policy, first imposing duties and then delaying or changing the terms.

The market dislikes uncertainty. The three major U.S. stock indexes are down more than 5% from their highs as of March 6: The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.25%) has slipped 6.6%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI -0.18%) has declined 5.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC 0.18%) has tumbled 10.4%.

Importantly, the Nasdaq has officially entered market correction territory, meaning it has fallen at least 10% from its most recent bull market high. Fortunately, the index has historically bounced back very quickly. While there are no guarantees, here’s what usually happens next.

The Nasdaq Composite has historically rebounded quickly after closing in correction territory

The Nasdaq Composite measures the performance of more than 3,000 companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange. The index is most heavily weighted toward the information technology and consumer discretionary sectors, and is commonly regarded as a benchmark for growth stocks.

As mentioned, the Nasdaq on March 6 closed more than 10% below its most recent bull market high of 20,174, a level the index reached less than three months earlier on Dec. 16. That means the Nasdaq has entered a stock market correction, something it has done a dozen other times since 2010.

The chart below lists each date since 2010 when the Nasdaq first closed in correction territory. It also shows how the index performed over the next 12 months.

Nasdaq Closes in Correction Territory

12-Month Return

May 7, 2010

25%

Aug. 4, 2011

16%

May 18, 2012

26%

Nov. 14, 2012

40%

Aug. 24, 2015

15%

Oct. 24, 2018

15%

June 3, 2019

32%

Feb. 27, 2020

54%

Sept. 8, 2020

41%

March 8, 2021

2%

Jan. 19, 2022

(24%)

Aug. 2, 2024*

8%

Average

21%

Data source: YCharts. A full year has not yet elapsed since the Nasdaq closed in correction territory on Aug. 2, 2024.

Since 2010, the Nasdaq has returned an average of 21% during the 12-month period following its first close in correction territory. Comparatively, the index has returned 15% annually over the entire period. That means the Nasdaq has historically produced above average returns following its first close in a market correction.

Importantly, past performance is no guarantee of future results. But we can use the information above to make an educated guess about how the Nasdaq might perform in the next year. Specifically, the index closed at 18,069 on March 6, so it would advance 21% to 21,863 in the next year if its performance aligns with the historical average.

A luminoous blue-green stock price chart.

Image source: Getty Images.

The Nasdaq Composite may continue to fall due to uncertainty about trade policy

The tariffs proposed by the Trump administration as of Feb. 27 would increase the average tax on U.S. imports to 13.8%, according to one estimate, the highest level since 1939. Several duties have already taken effect, rattling the stock market. Businesses can either absorb the cost increases or pass them to buyers. Margins fall in the first scenario, and sales likely fall in the second scenario. Either way, tariffs probably hurt corporate earnings.

However, investors are particularly nervous because the Trump administration has waffled back and forth on its trade policy. It planned to impose tariffs on goods from China, Canada, and Mexico on Feb. 4, but delayed duties on Canadian and Mexican imports until March 4. The administration then adjusted the terms on March 6, such that goods in compliance with the free trade agreement are exempt until April 2.

That whipsawing on trade policy has created uncertainty, and the stock market will likely remain volatile until that uncertainty dissipates. But investors can take solace in this indisputable fact: The Nasdaq Composite has recovered from every correction and there is no reason to believe this one will be different. That means the current drawdown is a buying opportunity.

Trevor Jennewine has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

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