Gold Prices Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Escalate

Key Points: Geopolitical tensions and diversifying strategies increase gold prices. Gold price nears all-time high on safe-haven demand. Central banks diversify away from USD, boosting gold demand. Gold prices surged significantly in early Asian trading on Monday, reaching $3,450 an ounce as escalating tensions between Israel and Iran prompted investor interest in safe-haven assets. The … Read more

Vietnam Legalizes Crypto, Launches Bold Tech Development Plan

Regulations Vietnam’s National Assembly approved a sweeping law to legalize digital assets. Set to take effect on January 1, 2026, the “Law on Digital Technology Industry” defines and regulates crypto assets for the first time. It introduces two asset classes: virtual assets and crypto assets. These do not include fiat currency, securities, or traditional financial … Read more

AUD/USD extends downside below 0.6500 amid geopolitical risks

AUD/USD extends the decline to 0.6485 in Monday’s early Asian session.  Heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East underpin the US Dollar and create a headwind for the pair.  China’s Retail Sales and Industrial Production will be in the spotlight on Monday.  The AUD/USD pair weakens to 0.6485 during the early Asian session on Monday. Escalating … Read more

XRP to Seize 14% of SWIFT’s Payment Volume in 5 Years, Predicts Ripple CEO

Ripple’s CEO says XRP is positioned to capture 14% of SWIFT’s cross-border payments market within five years, as liquidity eclipses legacy messaging systems in global finance. XRP on Track to Seize 14% of SWIFT’s Market by 2030, Says Ripple’s CEO Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse voiced confidence in XRP’s strategic position in global payments last week … Read more

Ethereum sees $153mln inflow – But THIS kept ETH price frozen

Ethereum recorded $153 million in Bridged Netflow, mainly from Base, but the price remained stagnant at press time. Despite liquidity inflows, ETH risks breaking support unless buyer momentum returns quickly. Ethereum [ETH] has barely budged in the last 24 hours, despite strong capital inflows. At press time, ETH traded flat, posting a 0.00% daily change. … Read more

1,490,000 Ethereum In 30 Days, Can ETH Whales Drive Price To $3,000?

Ethereum (ETH) has continued to fluctuate in the last 30 days, with a 0.97% decline in price within that time frame. Despite this volatility, Ethereum whales are undeterred and have maintained a steady accumulation drive in the cryptocurrency market. Ethereum Whales Accumulate 3.72% More as Retail Traders Sell According to an update from Santiment, an … Read more

Macro Takes Over, Bitcoin Takes a Breather

Last week, while headlines screamed of nuclear escalation, trade ruptures, and political drama, Bitcoin held its ground with only a minor pullback. Bitcoin Holds Steady as Macro Heats Up Bitcoin traded up early last week before fading to finish roughly 3.5 % lower than last Friday. Bitcoin and equities stalled last week, as the focus … Read more