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The predictions are coming in hot again!

This time, VanEck CEO Jan van Eck is making headlines with his bold outlook on Bitcoin—one that every crypto enthusiast would love to hear.

Curious to know more? Stay tuned and follow us closely!

Here’s what we got for you today:

• 🤯 VanEck CEO's Bold Bitcoin Prediction!

• 🤔 Trump's DeFi venture: A cause for concern?

• 🧱 Around The Block: Bitcoin ETFs hit new high of $17.7B in inflows.

🤯 VanEck CEO's Bold Bitcoin Prediction!

VanEck CEO Jan van Eck has set the crypto world buzzing with his ambitious forecast for Bitcoin.

He predicts that Bitcoin could potentially soar to around $350,000, capturing half of gold’s total market capitalization. That’s quite a leap from where it stands today, right?

So, why does he think this?

Van Eck argues that Bitcoin is maturing and gaining traction as a legitimate store of value, much like gold.

As central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve, consider easing monetary policies, this shift could set the stage for Bitcoin to thrive alongside gold.

He suggests that the changing landscape of monetary policy could drive more investors toward Bitcoin, especially as they look for alternatives in uncertain economic times.

But it doesn’t stop there. 

Van Eck painted an even more optimistic picture where Bitcoin could be woven into the fabric of the global monetary system by central banks.

If that happens, its value could climb into the millions, but of course, he’s not blind to the risks involved.

The crypto market is notoriously volatile, and predictions like these come with their fair share of uncertainties. However, van Eck’s overall outlook is positive.

He emphasizes the importance of a diversified investment portfolio and encourages investors to keep their eyes on the long-term potential of Bitcoin.

After all, while the potential for high returns exists, Bitcoin’s volatility means it’s crucial to tread carefully.

So, for those considering diving into the crypto world, Van Eck’s advice is clear: keep your options open and your spirits high!

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🤔 Trump's DeFi Venture: A Cause for Concern?

Charles Hoskinson, the creator of Cardano and co-founder of Ethereum, has raised concerns about Donald Trump’s latest venture into decentralized finance (DeFi).

Here’s why:

Trump recently launched World Liberty Financial, a DeFi platform designed to cut out traditional financial middlemen like banks and exchanges.

However, Hoskinson, in a recent interview with the Financial Times, highlights why that could drag DeFi into political conflict.

He believes Trump’s move could draw intense scrutiny from his political opponents, potentially leading to regulatory investigations by the Department of Justice, tax authorities, or the SEC.

And that could negatively impact the entire crypto space, but that’s not all!

Hoskinson also mentioned Trump’s history of high staff turnover as a potential barrier that could hinder the government from bringing in the right expertise to develop the industry effectively.

Oh, and it’s not just Trump’s foray into the crypto space that worries Hoskinson.

He remains doubtful about either presidential candidate's capacity to foster a thriving cryptocurrency industry in the United States.

Despite these concerns, Hoskinson remains optimistic that the U.S. could benefit from trillions in crypto gains over the next decade with the right legislative support.

So, the big question now is: Will Trump’s bold DeFi play accelerate crypto adoption—or cause a major political clash?

Don’t decide just yet; dive into everything Hoskinson had to say here!

🧱 Around The Block

• Bitcoin ETFs hit new high of $17.7B in inflows.

• Ethereum price breaks $2,600: Is more upside ahead?

• Telegram to share user data with authorities in crime crackdown following CEO arrest.

• Coinbase gives arguments against SEC for denying new crypto rules.

• MicroStrategy boosts Bitcoin holdings with $458M purchase, upsized convertible note offering to $1B.

• Elon Musk’s El Salvador meeting: A game-changer for Bitcoin?

• Arthur Hayes dumps PENDLE, declaring a shift to dog meme coins.

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