RWAs could top $35B by year-end: Securitize

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Real-world asset tokenization has been quietly growing, topping $25 billion just last week, so let’s check in with Securitize CEO Carlos Domingo, shall we?

Since inking its deal with BlackRock last year, Securitize has managed to really grow its presence in this sector. It started out this year, in January, with $1.1 billion, but that’s grown over 250% to $3.94 billion, per both rwa.xyz and Securitize’s own data.

Then you look at subparts of the RWA market, like tokenized treasuries, which have also seen huge growth this year alone. At the beginning of this year, it sat at $4 billion, but…

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JUST IN: Strategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Reach 601,550 After Latest Acquisition of 4,225 BTC

Michael Saylor’s Strategy has acquired 4,225 BTC for approximately $472.5 million at an average price of $111,827 per bitcoin. The company achieved a year-to-date bitcoin yield of 20.2% in 2025 showcasing strong crypto performance. As of July 13, 2025, Strategy now holds a total of 601,550 BTC worth around $42.87 billion with an average cost of $71,268 per bitcoin.

This massive BTC reserve represents 2.8% of Bitcoin’s fixed total supply of 21 million highlighting Strategy’s growing influence in the digital asset space. The bold move signals long term confidence in bitcoin adoption and reinforces the company’s role as a leading institutional holder. Crypto supporters see this as another bullish sign for the future of decentralized finance.

LATEST: Massive $3.7 Billion Inflows Boost Crypto Funds Amid Bitcoin’s New High

Crypto investment products saw a major boost last week, with Bitcoin hitting a record high of $118,000. Global exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded $3.7 billion in inflows, pushing year-to-date totals to $22.7 billion, up from $19 billion the previous week, according to CoinShares. Total assets under management (AUM) in crypto funds reached a new high of $211 billion.

Bitcoin ETPs led with $2.7 billion in inflows, accounting for 73% of the total. Daily Bitcoin ETF inflows topped $1 billion after BTC surged past $112,000. Bitcoin ETPs now hold $179.5 billion in AUM, equal to 54% of total assets in gold ETPs.

Ethereum ETPs posted their twelfth straight week of inflows, totaling $990 million. Solana followed with $92.6 million, while XRP saw outflows of $104 million. In the U.S., BlackRock’s iShares attracted $2.4 billion, with Fidelity and ARK Invest pulling in $400 million and $339 million, respectively.

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LATEST: Metaplanet Acquires 797 Bitcoin as BTC Hits New All-Time High

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet Inc. (TYO:3350) has acquired an additional 797 BTC, boosting its total Bitcoin reserves to 16,352 BTC. The latest purchase was made at an average price of ¥18.38 billion, or approximately $117,451 per Bitcoin. This move comes as Bitcoin surged past $121,000, reaching a new all-time high of $121,156.4 on July 14.

The company now holds over ¥211.89 billion worth of Bitcoin, firmly placing itself among the top public corporate Bitcoin holders. Originally a hotel operator, Metaplanet has aggressively pivoted into the crypto space, signaling strong belief in BTC as a long-term asset. The firm disclosed this update early Monday morning, Japan time, through an official statement.

Metaplanet’s strategic accumulation comes amid growing institutional interest and surging spot BTC ETF inflows. Optimism around upcoming regulatory decisions in the U.S. is further fueling bullish sentiment across markets.

Bitcoin Zooms Past $121,000 To Finish Historic Week: What’s Fueling The Rally?

Bitcoin BTC/USD raced past $121,000 overnight Sunday, capping a historic week on a high.

What happened: The apex cryptocurrency hit an all-time high of $121,209 around midnight, with trading volume jumping 34% to $61.36 billion in the last 24 hours

Bitcoin broke milestones this week, first surpassing its previous high of $112,000, and there has been no going back since.

Strong institutional demand fueled the rally, with Bitcoin exchange-traded funds raking in about $2.72 billion in net inflows last week, according to SoSo Value.

Price Action:  At the time of writing, Bitcoin eased at $121,008.78, up 2.71% in the last 24 hours, according to data from Benzinga Pro. The coin rose over 10% in…

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JUST IN: Bitcoin Breaks All Records Reaches $121000 Milestone

Bitcoin has smashed through records to reach a new all-time high of $121,000 pushing its market cap to $2.53 trillion. The top cryptocurrency began the week around $108,000 before dipping to $106,000 but strong mid-week momentum drove it to new heights. A surge in institutional buying led by Metaplanet, GameStop and Semler Scientific helped spark the rally alongside major holders like Block Inc., Galaxy Digital and Glassnode.

The bullish trend has reignited confidence across the market with Bitcoin’s rise encouraging a wave of new investment from retail traders. Increased institutional backing has sent a clear signal that digital assets are gaining mainstream trust and acceptance. This powerful shift has pushed prices across the crypto space into green territory with many altcoins seeing double-digit gains.

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BAY Miner Unveils Cutting-Edge Cloud Mining Platform for BTC, ETH, DOGE and More

San Francisco, California, July 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The global crypto market is evolving rapidly. Investors everywhere are chasing smarter, greener, and more stable ways to grow their portfolios. BAY Miner steps forward with a major breakthrough, unveiling a next-generation cloud mining platform designed for today’s realities. Whether you’re looking to mine Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), XRP, Dogecoin (DOGE), Litecoin (LTC), or Solana (SOL), BAY Miner makes it easier, safer, and more profitable.

This is not just another cloud mining project. BAY Miner blends advanced technology, eco-friendly operations, and multi-asset flexibility to give investors an edge. As the crypto space…

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New Survey Reveals What Wealthy Investors Really Think About Crypto

Interest in digital assets has grown well beyond early adopters. As crypto continues to gain attention among mainstream investors, more individuals are considering it a serious part of their portfolios. This shift is creating new expectations for financial professionals, as clients seek help in managing the risks and opportunities associated with digital asset investing.

A new survey by CoinShares polled 500 wealthy U.S. investors and found that 82% would be more likely to work with a financial advisor who offers crypto-related guidance. However, nearly one-third of respondents expressed concerns about their advisors’ experience in the space.

Among crypto holders surveyed, 88% currently…

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5 Free Metrics Every Bitcoin Investor Needs

Bitcoin investing can be as straightforward or as complex as you choose. Yet, by utilizing a few free and powerful metrics, investors can gain a considerable edge over the average market participant. These tools, available for free, simplify on-chain analysis and help strip away emotional decision-making.

Realized Cap HODL Waves

The Realized Cap HODL Waves metric is one of the more nuanced tools in the on-chain toolbox. It analyzes the realized price, the average cost basis for all Bitcoin held on the network, and breaks it down by age bands. A significant set of age bands is coins held for three months or less. When this segment dominates the realized cap, it indicates a flood…

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