Day: July 5, 2023

NFT royalty payments have dramatically declined, hitting a two-year low in June, according to data analytics platform, Nansen. A growing trend of royalty-optional marketplaces and policies of established platforms like OpenSea seem to influence this dwindling trend. Despite the radical drop, certain ‘blue-chip’ collections continue earning millions in royalties.

BlackRock CEO, Larry Fink, has suggested that the digital currency realm, led by Bitcoin, could overhaul the financial landscape. This is a significant departure from his previous skepticism towards cryptocurrencies. Fink now perceives benefits in greater tokenization of assets and securities, and even compared investing in Bitcoin to staking in gold. Despite the potential that tokenization and blockchain technologies hold, crypto remains a volatile entity.

“The Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC)’s floor price plunged by approximately 82% signalling a significant drop in its NFT value. The trends highlight the importance of organic demand and a devoted community of stakeholders versus speculators, who can potentially destabilise the market. A combination of aggressive marketing to a mainstream audience and lack of in-depth understanding of the value proposition exacerbated the decline.”

“The crypto markets are currently retreating somewhat, with Bitcoin and Ether slightly down. Market volatility is affected by various factors including macroeconomic considerations and the dynamics of ‘meme’ coins. Formulating a balance and understanding potential risks and rewards is key in this unpredictable investment landscape.”

“In under 48 hours, storage token Storj managed to inflate its market value twofold, soaring by 43% and reaching a peak of $0.58. It’s noted that Storj’s rally potentially correlates with increased trading volumes on South Korea’s largest crypto exchange, Upbit. The story of Storj demonstrates the unpredictable, high-stakes nature of crypto markets.”

“The U.S. Federal Reserve’s scheduled meeting this week could strongly affect the crypto scene. Rate hikes and employment data from this meeting will be under heavy scrutiny from crypto enthusiasts. As shifts in interest rates and economic trends raise anticipation, the impact on digital coins remains uncertain.”

“Macro-economic factors significantly impact the crypto industry’s future, with potential effects on inflation and interest rates. Despite challenges, Bitcoin has rallied back, trading 9.1% higher than its Anchored Volume Weighted Average Price (AVWAP). Macroeconomic developments and widespread banking collapses could potentially impact these gains, while high credit balances and potential recessions bring additional uncertainty.”

“While experiencing a slight retreat recently, Litecoin (LTC) remains a major player in the decentralized payment sector, reporting a significant recovery from June’s low and charting notable gains. This resilience is influenced by LTC’s listing on EDX markets, bullish sentiment surrounding the upcoming halving event, and the flourishing broader crypto market. Boosted by potentially high-yield investment opportunities, investors can also consider diversifying with promising crypto presales like AI-driven web3 startup yPredict.”

June 2023 marked the lowest level of NFT royalties, yet 342 projects raked in royalties over $1M, and twenty crossed the $10M threshold. In other news, RBI is in talks with 18 countries for adopting the digital rupee for cross-border transactions, and Saxo Bank has been ordered to offload its crypto asset portfolio due to regulatory concerns.

“Crypto market is experiencing revival, with demand for liquid staking rising impressively, especially within the Solana network. Staking involves locking up cryptocurrencies to secure proof-of-stake blockchain. Liquid staking offers a more straightforward solution, providing a hassle-free experience eliminating the need to run a personal node.”

The KSI Token has seen a substantial increase in value, but lacks a significant online presence and community support. This contrasts with Wall Street Memes, another meme token, which has a strong community backing. Despite the popularity of meme tokens, it’s essential to remember that crypto investment is high risk and requires careful consideration.

“Crypto trading volumes surged 14% in June, attributed to anticipation of spot bitcoin ETF proposals. However, regulatory scrutiny shadows this optimism, emphasizing a need for investor safeguards potentially conflicting with the autonomy inherent to crypto enthusiasts. The path to wider acceptance is complex.”

Goldman Sachs’s analysis indicates a substantial decrease in BTC and ETH held on exchanges in June, suggesting a shift towards self-custody among crypto holders. This trend coincides with increasing uncertainties about potential regulatory actions against cryptocurrencies and concerns about exchange security breaches.

“Binance is suspending operations regarding deposits and withdrawals of specific cross-chain bridge tokens tied to the Multichain project from July 7, 2023, following unresolved issues with the protocol. Notably affected tokens include Polkastarter, Alchemy Pay, and Beefy.Finance among others.”

Terra Luna Classic (LUNC) price has slid 3% in past 24 hours and dipped 42% since the start of the year, with unsuccessful efforts for re-pegging the associated USTC stablecoin to the US Dollar. Meanwhile, Thug Life Token (THUG) is gaining traction, with its presale raising $400,000 and resonating with the rap/hip-hop communities.