XRP/BTC pair shows signs of weakness after failed breakout attempts

XRP price is on edge after a major bear signal appears on XRP/BTC chart.

• Double-top. XRP/BTC is now signaling potential exhaustion.

XRP’s bid to prove itself against Bitcoin has run out of steam, and the charts are starting to make that clearer with each passing week. What initially looked like the start of a major breakout on the XRP/BTC pair now resembles the shape of a double top, a formation that typically indicates weakness rather than strength and basically says that the trend is exhausted.

• Key support at risk. XRP/BTC is now hovering near 0.00002200 BTC.

The rally that began earlier this year lifted XRP above its 200-week average. For a moment, it seemed like the token might chip away at Bitcoin’s lead. The price pushed into the 0.00003200 BTC region twice, only to be rejected both times, sending the pair back toward familiar support levels.

The inability to extend higher after those attempts has left 0.00002200 BTC as the line to watch, because, historically, once this level is lost, the structure usually breaks toward 0.00002000 BTC. Moving averages flattening across the board add weight to the argument that the upside potential has been spent.

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Ripple projects $16 trillion in crypto custody by 2030

The five-year tokenization market prediction sparks interest.

• 2030 forecast. Ripple predicts 10% of global assets will be tokenized by 2030.

In its recent tweet, Ripple shared a five-year prediction for the tokenization market, stating that by 2030, 10% of global assets are expected to be tokenized. Digital asset custody is anticipated to drive this adoption surge, with crypto assets under custody projected to reach $16 trillion by 2030. 

• Ripple Custody adoption. Société Générale FORGE issues EURCV (EUR-backed stablecoin) on XRP.

Custody, a core safekeeping capability, is the bedrock of institutional digital asset services ranging from tokenized real estate and treasuries to stablecoins and cryptocurrencies.

In this light, Ripple Custody is gaining momentum. Société Générale FORGE, the crypto arm of French financial services company Société Générale, is issuing its EURO-backed stablecoin EURCV on XRP Ledger using Ripple Custody, while BDACS in South Korea custodies Ripple’s stablecoin Ripple USD (RLUSD).

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DOGE confirms golden cross as ETF launch nears

DOGE price has risen since start of week.

• Golden cross confirmed. DOGE’s four-hour chart shows short-term MA crossing above long-term MA, a bullish signal.

Dogecoin recently confirmed a golden cross on its four-hour chart, which happens when the short-term moving average crosses over the long-term MA. The golden cross has coincided with a price increase for Dogecoin, as it is up 24% on a weekly basis.

The emergence of a golden cross invalidated a death cross, which appeared on the four-hour chart at the close of August, following which Dogecoin’s price saw a period of lackluster trading. Dogecoin’s price has risen since the start of this week, when the likelihood of a Dogecoin ETF in the U.S. began to emerge.

• ETF update. Bloomberg’s Eric Balchunas says DOJE has been delayed again.

Late Thursday, Balchunas stated in an X post that DOJE has been further delayed and might launch sometime next week, hinting at a Thursday launch. Earlier this month, the DOJE ETF won approval under the Investment Company Act of 1940, a framework typically used for mutual funds and diversified ETFs.

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Ex-Wall Street trader sparks debate over alleged Bitcoin wallet thefts

Josh Mandell claims that quantum computing is already in use, and it is helping “a large player” to steal old Bitcoins.

• Josh Mandell’s claim. The former Salomon Brothers and Caxton trader alleges that long-dormant BTC wallets are being secretly drained.

Former Wall Street trader Josh Mandell has made waves on the X social media platform by claiming that old Bitcoins are currently being stolen from long-dormant (“deceased”) wallets. Mandell, who gained a lot of prominence earlier this year with his extremely prescient Bitcoin price prediction, argues that the tech is being secretly used by a “large player” to accumulate more BTC without using the market.   

The former Salomon Brothers and Caxton Associates trader believes that on-chain analysis remains the only obstacle given that it would be capable of detecting such patterns. 

• Industry pushback. Harry Beckwith (Hot Pixel Group) dismissed the claim

“There is literally no chance this is currently happening,” Harry Beckwith, founder of Hot Pixel Group, said in a social media statement. Matthew Pines, executive director at Bitcoin Policy Institute, claims that Mandell’s assumption is “false.”

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03 September Can tokenization unlock market inclusion in Latin America?

Author: Jesse Knutson, Bitfinex Securities, Head of Operations
This article was originally posted finextra

I have been fortunate to have been able to visit Latin America frequently in recent years. And every time I leave, it energised its vibrant, dynamic culture, and the pure sense of entrepreneurial energy and optimism among the people I met.

But what I experienced on earth has always been in stark contrast to the harsh reality of economic data. Today, there are unicorn companies with fewer than 50 people born from Latin America, covering 20 countries and 600 million people. By comparing it, its neighbors are over 1,200 startups, over $1 billion, with the US having just 40% of Latam’s population.

It is undoubtedly true that Latin America has a wealth of resources. But for some reason, the entrepreneur and investment potential is still not truly fulfilled.

This has led to a detailed study of eight Latin American countries to better understand what is hindering the region and what fuel growth can do. In particular, we investigated the role that tokenization can unlock capital and give regions greater participation in global markets. The Latin American Market Inclusion Report spoke to regional experts, including market analysts, lawyers, stockbrokers and others involved in the regional capital markets, to understand the experiences they face when trying to raise between $30 million and $50 million in capital in the local public market.

Our analysis identifies the phenomenon of “liquidity delay” in the region. This refers to the obstacles and inefficiencies of the traditional Ratum capital market that slowed capital flows and hindered investment. In particular, I found out:

Centralized Bank: Over the past five years, it controlled 70% of bank accounts in major Latin American markets before alternative and non-banked financial services (FinTechs) companies emerged.

High price: Such monopolies contribute to the world’s highest banking fees (approximately 17%), and naturally, it curtails both innovation and capital flows.

Bulletin and regulatory hurdles: Many major Latin American economies are ranked step by step in the ease of the World Bank’s business index and have a reputation for the bureaucratic and regulatory complexities that hinder listings and investments.

Limited capital market depth: The region is struggling with a severe funding shortage of entrepreneurship and a deep pool of capital looking for these opportunities.

High startup costs: Raising between $30 million and $50 million means that the average cost is 7%, but often comes with a dollar-excluded advisory service and considerable problematic costs. This added a hurdle combined with regulatory complexity and low liquidity, and strongly blocked new issuances.

Undeveloped Investor Ecosystem: Many in Latin America are not or unable to engage in financial investment opportunities. For example, less than 2% of Colombia’s population are active stock market investors, while 68% of Latinos lack for formal financial education. Also, Peruvian retail investors can pay three times more in fees than institutional investors in the same stock.

Latin American markets have traditionally been “exclusive” in nature and practice. The right to participate was reserved for a minority of privilege. Barriers range from economy (costs) to social (connections), access (particularly international investors), and regulations (intractable and often arcane). The social costs of this situation exceed the economy. These include the continued underestimation of a particular group or region in the formal economy of a region, and sidelings of inadequate communities and demographics, hampering the ability to participate or share in the growth of a region.

It is almost surprising, therefore, that liquidity delays affect entrepreneurship and reduce opportunities for business creators and those who want to invest in them.

However, we are beginning to see significant changes as tokenization grows, which I believe will help us launch the growth potential of Ratum.

Tokenization provides issuers with cost-effective access to global liquidity for businesses of all sizes and circumstances. Additionally, investors can have much more flexibility and freedom of use thanks to the ability of real-time payments, 24/7 trading and the ability to support independent assets. In effect, there is zero barrier for entries on both sides of the transaction: fundraiser and investor.

By reducing issuance costs by up to 50%, increasing 2-4% of capital, reducing listing times by 60-90 days, and enabling fractional ownership, blockchain-based securities can make investments dramatically more comprehensive and efficient.

Of course, it is still in the early days that it fulfills the potential for tokenization, but it is not an exaggeration to say that the financial changes it represents have given the region a wider range of socioeconomic opportunities to overcome historical barriers and promote growth.

Tokenization represents the first true opportunity for a generation that has rethinked finances. It reduces costs, accelerates access and creates more direct connections between issuers and investors. Tokenization represents a practical and available solution. Reduce barriers to business creators and investors’ entry, expanding the role and profits of the market into all sections of society. This is the meaning and aspiration for market inclusion that is no more relevant or urgent for Latin America.

Author: Jesse Knutson, Bitfinex Securities, Head of Operations

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August 26th Is tokenization the future of private wealth?

Blockchain-based tokenization has gained traction, and advanced family offices have unique opportunities to access secure, global and efficient financial products.

The architecture of global capital markets has remained largely unchanged for decades. It is centralized, limited by geography, and constrained by delayed settlements and inefficiencies. But behind the Bitcoin volatility headline is a new investment structure in assets.

Asset tokenization powered by blockchain technology can enable assets from US Treasury invoices to substitutes and real estate to be digitally represented, safely exchanged and resolved in real time.

For family offices and trustees looking for returns to hit potential intergenerational inflation, tokenization can provide wider access, greater options, faster action, and cost-effectiveness of a portfolio.

What does it actually mean?

Tokenization refers to the creation of digital tokens on the blockchain that represent ownership of the underlying asset. For example, tokenized bonds retain all of their traditional features, such as coupons, maturity, issuer terms, and more, but exist as a transferable and tradable digital asset every 24 hours.

This generates multiple efficiencies. Issuers have access to capital without a tier of intermediaries and can do it from a wider investor base. Similarly, investors benefit from real-time settlements, transparent ownership records, and the ability to trade less. For family offices with a diversified global portfolio, tokenization offers operational flexibility, simplified compliance and better visibility into asset performance.

In short, tokenization does not bypass traditional systems – it improves it.

Increased access to real-world recruitment and investment opportunities

Adoptions are accelerating, with some innovative family offices taking notes. Tokenized products from BlackRock, Franklin Templeton and Janus Henderson, for example, tripled in 2025, with the total assets of tokenized US financial products increasing 80% in 2025 to $7.5 billion.

What once was the realm of crypto traders has now evolved and matured into a reliable capital allocation tool, both in short-term cash management and long-term investment strategies. Some institutional investors now use these assets as collateral for derivative transactions, increasing capital efficiency and operational flexibility.

Above all, tokenization expands access to high-quality, potentially sophisticated investment opportunities that are not otherwise available to small institutional investors, such as litigation financing, microlending and dependent obligations issued by local credit unions.

It can be difficult for small institutional investors to access these types of opportunities. Many major markets require investors to meet minimum assets and/or income thresholds before being allowed to invest in private issuance. This also means that over the past decades, fewer investors have been excluded from the major valuation uplifts offered by some of the world’s largest companies today.

With the decline in stock markets listed in many parts of the world, starting access to opportunities presented in the private investment sector, whether it be real assets, private equity, ventures, credits or other alternatives, will improve the options and options available to investors, including family offices.

Built-in compliance, not adjustment loopholes

Naturally, some skepticism about crypto-related concepts remains among investors, particularly with regard to their early connections to anonymous crypto transactions. However, tokenized securities are not part of their anonymity.

The main platform uses customer (KYC) tools directly embedded in blockchain protocols. For example, Liquid Network, a sidechain built on Bitcoin, includes a “whitelist” feature that allows only approved and verified participants to trade certain tokens. This level of granted access combines a full audit trail to give trustees and trustees trust in both security and compliance.

Looking ahead

Tokenization does not tend to pass. This is a structural evolution of how assets are issued, held and traded. Although total recruitment will take time, McKinsey’s basic case predicts a $2 trillion market by 2030, but the direction of travel is clear. Private capital is already in motion, and regulators are beginning to provide clarity.

Family offices have always wanted real profits across generations. Tokenized assets present compelling and accessible investment opportunities suitable for both digital ages. And perhaps most importantly, these assets coincides with the growing expectations of young beneficiaries, digitally native, valuable, seamless and flexible financial experience.

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The market for tokenized real-world assets (RWA) could expand to $16 trillion by 2030, according to the 2025 Skynet RWA Security Report.

The report said tokenized U.S. Treasuries have already grown rapidly, and are projected to reach $4.2 billion this year, with short-term government bonds accounting for most of the activity.

Institutional Interest in Tokenization

The report noted that traditional financial institutions and blockchain-native firms are driving adoption, using RWA products for both yield opportunities and liquidity management.

Skynet said major banks and asset managers are exploring tokenization as a way to digitize assets ranging from debt instruments to commodities. The report pointed to growing use cases in private credit, trade finance, and money market funds.

“This convergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) presents opportunities for improved efficiency, transparency, and accessibility,” the report stated.

It also noted that platforms in Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United States are setting regulatory frameworks that could accelerate institutional entry.

Challenges for RWA Growth

Despite the growth potential, the report outlined structural hurdles for the sector, including limited secondary market liquidity, varying legal treatment across jurisdictions, and the need for standardized risk controls.

Cybersecurity and smart contract vulnerabilities were also noted, with Skynet stressing that “use of regulated, qualified custodians with robust security infrastructure, such as federally chartered crypto banks or firms licensed by reputable authorities, is a critical factor.”

The report projected that infrastructure investments and regulatory clarity would be required to meet the forecast $16 trillion market size by the end of the decade.

“The powerful combination of reliable real-world yields with blockchain’s native liquidity and composability is drawing in both retail and institutional capital,” the report said.

While the tokenization of real-world assets is gaining traction in capital markets, many retail investors still lack direct access to these products. Bridging this gap may require regulated intermediaries and simplified on-ramps that align with existing investor protections.

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Epic Chain, backed by Ripple, is taking a bold step into the future of finance with the launch of its XRP-native RWA tokenization platform. With Ripple’s support and XRP’s efficiency at its core, Epic Chain could lead the next wave of adoption, where trillions in real-world assets move seamlessly on-chain.

Ripple Backs New Real-World Assets Platform

In a release, Epic Chain is positioning itself at the center of the real-world assets (RWAs) tokenization wave, building an XRP-native platform to bring real estate, credit, commodities, and collectibles onto the blockchain. With the global RWA market estimated at over $50 trillion, Epic Chain’s positioning could be transformational.

Related Reading: From Day 1: Ripple CTO Says XRPL Was Made For Global Financial Infrastructure

Epic is currently valued at a modest $60 million FDV, and it trades on Binance, Bybit, and Kucoin, with further listings anticipated. Operating in over 150 countries, the project targets more than 100 million traders and is connected to over a million bank accounts, and has launched a $1 million adoption and liquidity program to drive global growth.

According to Route 2 FI, initially launched as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, Epic is now migrating to an EVM-compatible XRP Ledger sidechain, unlocking native liquidity and tighter integration with XRP infrastructure. This pivot strengthens settlement speed, scalability, and ensures Epic Chain remains aligned with Ripple’s long-term vision of enterprise-grade blockchain adoption.    

One of the rare small-cap token survivors of multiple crypto market cycles, EPIC has transformed from a collectibles marketplace into a layer-2 RWA solution. Its integration with Ripple USD (RLUSD) allows native USD settlement, which is a critical feature for institutional yields, treasury management, and cross-border payments.

The Epic Chain pushes adoption through its “Epic One” VISA crypto card, offering up to 8% XRP cashback with no daily limits, spendable in over 180 countries. Meanwhile, its collectibles platform Fanable continues to attract thousands of users through licensed IP deals. 

Epic Chain’s positioning at the intersection of RWA tokenization and XRP integration gives it strong potential despite the risk from its history of pivots and XRP’s slower corporate pace. For both retail adopters and institutional markets, Epic could serve as a gateway into the XRP economy.

XRP Ledger As Backbone For Next-Gen Real Estate Finance

Amid this bold move, the XRP Ledger is set to enable the tokenization of $228 trillion in institutional real estate to be brought on-chain through the XRP Ledger Asset Program on August 18th. According to the RealFI post on X, this breakthrough allows assets traditionally managed off-chain to be brought on-chain via the REAL Token, which signals a transformative shift in the global real estate market toward blockchain adoption.

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Furthermore, RealFi’s solution empowers organizations of all sizes to issue Real Estate Tokens directly on the XRP Ledger. By leveraging blockchain technology, RealFi ensures ultra-low transaction fees, fast settlement, and seamless integration with the XRP ecosystem.

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Crypto asset management giant VanEck says that one altcoin project is flashing major signs of institutional adoption.

In a new report, VanEck highlights the growth of the Hedera (HBAR) ecosystem, which the firm notes in July, saw a price increase of over 70% due to a “wave of partnerships, network growth, and broadening institutional legitimization.”

VanEck named several examples of notable adoption of the Hedera network in July, including the Reserve Bank of Australia’s Project Acacia, which aims to explore the development of Australian wholesale tokenized asset markets.

Archax, the first regulated global digital asset exchange in the UK, also announced it would begin using the Hedera network for settlement purposes, VanEck notes.

“Institutional tokenization activity is also emerging. In late July, Archax created Hedera token contracts named after BlackRock, Fidelity ILF, State Street, Aberdeen Investments, and LGIM. Archax’s CEO confirmed these represent money market funds that could soon transact in HBAR, signaling early but still prelaunch interest in real-world asset tokenization on the network.”

And according to VanEck, stablecoin supply has exploded on Hedera. DefiLlama data shows that Hedera’s stablecoins are almost entirely driven by Circle’s USDC.

“Hedera’s on-chain activity was strong as Hedera’s transactions surged as did the supply of stablecoins on its blockchain.”

At time of writing, HBAR is trading at $0.24 with a market cap of $10.3 billion.

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Hester Peirce, head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Crypto Task Force, said that putting securities on a blockchain “does not have magical abilities to transform the nature of the underlying asset.” 

In a July 9 statement, Peirce emphasized that tokenized shares, notes, or entitlements “are still securities,” requiring issuers, intermediaries, and traders to adhere to existing federal law when creating, selling, or transferring them.

Legal obligations

Peirce’s bulletin notes that tokenization can occur in two ways: an issuer can mint blockchain versions of its own shares, or a custodian can wrap third-party securities and issue receipts.

She warned that the second model introduces counterparty risk because the token holder depends on the custodian’s solvency and control of the underlying shares. 

Peirce urged distributors to consult the SEC’s Division of Corporation Finance’s “staff statement” on disclosure duties and to meet with agency staff early if they seek bespoke exemptions.

She also flagged that the rules might classify specific token formats as “receipts for a security” or, if they lack beneficial ownership rights, as “security-based swaps” barred from off-exchange retail trading.

Peirce wrote:

“The same legal requirements apply to on- and off-chain versions of these instruments.” 

Growing on-chain stock activity

Peirce’s remarks arrive as tokenized equity volumes accelerate. Solana-based stock tokens issued under Backed Finance’s xStocks framework reached a combined market value of $48.53 million as of July 4.

Dashboard snapshots from data provider RWA.xyz show that the total surpassed the $50 million mark on July 6.

Furthermore, xStocks is now moving to other venues. BNB Chain announced that it will list Apple, Tesla, and other equity tokens as BEP-20 assets in partnership with Kraken and Backed, providing users with 24-hour access and DeFi composability.

Market participants largely welcomed the clarity. Backed Finance co-founder Adam Levi said in a statement that the company “designed xStocks to mirror traditional equity custody so regulatory treatment remains straightforward.” 

Kraken added that DeFi integrations on BNB Chain will let users post tokenized stocks as collateral without altering their securities status.

Separately, Bitget integrated xStocks into its on-chain platform on July 9, enabling customers to trade the same tokens from their spot accounts without the need for separate wallets.

Peirce closed by signaling openness to modernization, saying the Commission “stands ready to work with market participants to craft appropriate exemptions and modernize rules” where technology exposes gaps. 

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