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The Hidden Market Makers Behind the Gold Surge: This Crypto Firm Earning Billions Annually Has Amassed 140 Tons of Gold

The article reveals that Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, has accumulated approximately 140 tons of physical gold, valued at around $23 billion, making it one of the largest private holders of gold globally—surpassing many national reserves. Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, announced ambitions to become one of the world’s top “gold central banks.” The company has been aggressively purchasing gold since 2025, acquiring over 70 tons last year alone, significantly influencing gold's price surge. Tether’s gold is stored in a secure Swiss vault, and the firm is expanding its influence by hiring seasoned metal market executives, investing in gold mining royalties, and launching a gold-backed stablecoin, XAU₮, which dominates the tokenized gold market. The company’s aggressive accumulation is backed by substantial profits—$15 billion in net income in 2025—driven primarily by interest from its vast holdings of U.S. Treasuries and strategic Bitcoin investments. Tether is expanding its reach with a new federally regulated stablecoin, USAT, targeting the U.S. market. Its growing influence in both traditional finance and crypto has positioned it as a major, albeit controversial, force in global markets.

marsbit01/28 09:23

PUMP rallies as Pump.fun usage doubles: Can Solana ride the memecoin wave?

ambcrypto01/28 09:02

XRP Price Pattern Draws Unusual Comparisons To Silver: Analyst

An analyst has drawn an unusual comparison between XRP and silver, noting that XRP's price movements since 2016 closely resemble silver’s major swings since 1980. Both assets experienced sharp rises, deep crashes, and prolonged consolidation periods, though XRP’s cycles are significantly compressed in time. Silver surged to around $48 in 1980, crashed to $3.4 in the 1990s, and later rallied to nearly $50 in 2011. Similarly, XRP peaked above $3 in 2018, fell sharply, and reached new highs in late 2024. Currently, XRP trades around $1.90, while silver has risen about 278% since 2025 to approximately $109 per ounce. While the pattern suggests a potential major upswing for XRP, analysts caution that the comparison is not a guarantee. XRP is far more volatile and influenced by different factors—such as regulatory changes, liquidity cycles, and market sentiment—than silver, which reacts to macro-economic flows and real interest rates. Traders are watching key support levels and broader market trends for signals, acknowledging both the opportunity and risk inherent in such volatile assets.

bitcoinist01/28 09:01

OpenMind: From Android Robot Operating System to the Starting Point of the Machine Collaborative Economy

OpenMind is tackling a long-standing issue in the robotics industry: the inability of robots from different manufacturers to effectively collaborate. While individual robots are becoming increasingly intelligent, they often operate in isolation due to incompatible systems and protocols. OpenMind addresses this by developing two core components: OM1, a hardware-agnostic robot operating system for AI, and FABRIC, a decentralized protocol layer for identity, rules, and coordination. The use of blockchain in FABRIC is not for financial speculation but to provide a transparent and auditable "public rulebook" for trust and accountability in robot interactions. The recent public sale of the ROBO token signals OpenMind's move into designing an incentive mechanism for a future machine collaboration economy. However, the project faces significant challenges, including slow development, difficult real-world implementation, and competition from established systems like ROS. It is a long-term effort focused on solving a fundamental infrastructure problem rather than offering short-term gains. Success depends on widespread adoption by developers and manufacturers, demonstrable cross-brand collaboration, and balancing security, rules, and incentives.

marsbit01/28 08:55

Rodeo Shuts Down as NFT Platform Closures Accelerate

Rodeo, an NFT platform, is shutting down, highlighting the severe challenges facing the digital collectibles sector. Declining trading volumes and reduced user activity are pressuring business models, especially for smaller platforms reliant on transaction fees. The market is consolidating, with stronger players surviving due to diverse revenue streams, while niche projects exit. This reflects a broader shift from speculative growth to a focus on sustainable, long-term utility. Users retain ownership of their NFTs on the blockchain and must withdraw assets, while creators may migrate to larger marketplaces. The closure signifies the sector's maturation and a move towards real-world applications beyond hype.

TheNewsCrypto01/28 08:40

Crypto today: Safe-yield vaults hit $6B as traders chase gold and silver

Today's crypto market highlights a significant shift toward "safe-yield" on-chain vaults, which have surged to over $6 billion in assets. These vaults use smart contracts to provide transparent, non-custodial yield strategies, attracting investors seeking stable returns amid crypto's underperformance compared to traditional assets like gold and silver. Revolut expanded its digital banking services globally by launching in Mexico with a full banking license, aiming to target underbanked markets with high-yield savings and multi-currency services. Meanwhile, crypto market performance lags: Bitcoin and Ethereum are down year-over-year, while gold and silver have seen massive gains. Retail investor attention, as shown by Google Trends and social data, is rotating toward precious metals and away from crypto, driven by recent volatility and underperformance. Capital is chasing faster-moving assets, which currently are not cryptocurrencies.

ambcrypto01/28 08:32

Bitcoin Application Layer Citrea Launches Mainnet With DeFi Tools

Citrea, Bitcoin's application layer, has launched its mainnet, enabling lending, trading, and settlement directly on the Bitcoin network. This development aims to expand BTC's use as a store of value to on-chain financial activity. The network introduces cBTC, a Bitcoin-backed asset for decentralized applications, and ctUSD, a native stablecoin designed for on-chain liquidity. cBTC utilizes zero-knowledge proofs and BitVM-based confirmation to reduce reliance on custodians. The system allows challenges to fraudulent activity on the Bitcoin mainnet, enhancing security over previous bridge designs. The mainnet debuts with over 30 Bitcoin-secured apps, including DEXs and lending services. Citrea also offers a user dashboard for asset management and plans to incentivize miners through increased network usage.

TheNewsCrypto01/28 08:29

Trading Moment: Fed Decision Imminent, Gold and Silver Frenzy Continues, Bitcoin Challenges $90,000

The financial markets are focused on the upcoming Federal Reserve policy decision, with gold and silver continuing a historic rally. Spot gold broke above $5,270 per ounce, a new record high, while silver surged over 60% this month, attracting massive retail investor inflows. Major institutions like Citi and BMO issued extremely bullish forecasts, with Citi suggesting gold could reach $6,000 in a bull case. Bitcoin is consolidating near $89,000, facing pressure from sustained outflows in US spot Bitcoin ETFs. Technical analysis shows a bearish cross on the weekly chart, the first since the 2022 bear market. However, some analysts point to a potential short-term rebound to $95,000, and macro factors like potential Fed actions could provide liquidity support. Ethereum showed resilience, breaking above $3,000, with strong fundamentals and recovering trader confidence in derivatives markets. Altcoins faced volatility, exemplified by 1INCH's 20% drop due to poor liquidity. Key data shows a Fear & Greed Index of 29 (Fear), and Bitcoin ETF outflows of $147 million. Market attention is on the Fed's rate decision and major tech earnings reports.

marsbit01/28 08:14

Zcash jumps 10% – But is ZEC’s rally built on speculation?

Zcash (ZEC) surged over 10% in 24 hours, reclaiming the $384 level, largely due to speculative activity in the perpetual futures market. Open interest increased by $71.26 million with a positive funding rate, indicating strong long positioning. However, spot market data reveals significant selling, with $31.37 million in outflows over 48 hours, suggesting a lack of genuine investor support. This divergence between speculative futures activity and spot market withdrawals makes the rally fragile. Liquidation heatmaps indicate a high concentration of liquidity below the current price, pointing to a potential downward move toward $350 if spot demand doesn't return.

ambcrypto01/28 08:10

Two Big Forces Are Shaping Crypto Right Now, Says Bitwise CIO

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan identifies two major macro forces shaping crypto's near-term path: a surge in gold prices signaling a global institutional trust crisis, and uncertainty around the Clarity Act that could determine the durability of pro-crypto US regulation. Gold's rise to over $5,000 reflects deepening skepticism toward fiat currencies and centralized control, accelerating a shift toward assets like bitcoin that minimize reliance on intermediaries. Simultaneously, the Clarity Act, which would cement current crypto-friendly rules into law, now faces 50/50 odds after recent setbacks. Hougan warns that if the bill fails, crypto enters a multi-year "show me" phase where it must prove real-world adoption to avoid future regulatory reversals. The sector's valuation hinges on whether it can become indispensable to mainstream finance or risk being built on a "regulatory foundation of sand."

bitcoinist01/28 08:09