Bitcoin continues to cement its reputation as digital gold. A new U.S. executive order allows 401(k) retirement accounts to include Bitcoin, unlocking access to trillions in pension capital. Spot Bitcoin ETFs have already attracted more than $55 billion in net inflows this year, signaling a powerful wave of institutional adoption. XRP, meanwhile, is regaining traction after the government settlement with XRP, which ended years of legal uncertainty. With speculation over a potential U.S.-listed XRP ETF and support from over 100 global banks in cross-border payments, XRP is consolidating its position as a “bridge asset” in international finance. The...
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