Silver prices lost ground on a somewhat stronger USD and a mild risk appetite.
Ongoing concerns about the ballooning US debt might cap US Dollar’s gains.
XAG/USD is likely to find support at the $32.90-33.00 area.
Silver prices (XAG/USD) are dropping beyond 1% on Monday, weighed by a moderately positive market sentiment and a mild US Dollar recovery. Trump’s de-escalation of the tariff rift with Europe has boosted market sentiment, dampening demand for safe assets like precious metals.
The US president delayed a plan to impose 50% tariffs on all Eurozone imports from June 1 after a phone call with EU Commissioner, Ursula von der Leyen. This has calmed investors’ fears about a severe impact on international trade and on the global economic growth prospects.
US debt concerns might limit the Dollar’s recovery
The US Dollar rebound, however, is likely to face resistance amid the growing concerns about the US fiscal health. Last week’s downgrade of the US debt ratings and the impact of a tax-slashing bill have boosted fears of a debt crisis in the US, which fuelled a “Sell America” trade last week.
Trump’s “big, beautiful tax bill”, which will be discussed by the US senate over the coming weeks, is expected to add $3.8 trillion to a $36,2 trillion debt pile over the next years. This is likely to act as a headwind for the US Dollar and keep Silver dips limited.
US Dollar PRICE Today
The table below shows the percentage change of US Dollar (USD) against listed major currencies today. US Dollar was the strongest against the Australian Dollar.
USD
EUR
GBP
JPY
CAD
AUD
NZD
CHF
USD
0.27%
0.13%
0.40%
0.09%
0.48%
0.47%
0.29%
EUR
-0.27%
-0.16%
0.15%
-0.18%
0.13%
0.09%
-0.00%
GBP
-0.13%
0.16%
0.31%
-0.02%
0.26%
0.25%
0.12%
JPY
-0.40%
-0.15%
-0.31%
-0.31%
0.06%
-0.03%
-0.13%
CAD
-0.09%
0.18%
0.02%
0.31%
0.36%
0.28%
0.14%
AUD
-0.48%
-0.13%
-0.26%
-0.06%
-0.36%
-0.11%
-0.25%
NZD
-0.47%
-0.09%
-0.25%
0.03%
-0.28%
0.11%
-0.17%
CHF
-0.29%
0.00%
-0.12%
0.13%
-0.14%
0.25%
0.17%
The heat map shows percentage changes of major currencies against each other. The base currency is picked from the left column, while the quote currency is picked from the top row. For example, if you pick the US Dollar from the left column and move along the horizontal line to the Japanese Yen, the percentage change displayed in the box will represent USD (base)/JPY (quote).
XAG/USD might find support at the $32.90-33.00 area
From a technical perspective, XAG/USD is going through a choppy consolidation following April’s rally. The pair has been capped at the range top, 33.70, and is likely to test support at the $32.90 zone.
A break of this level would increase pressure towards the May 20 low, $32.15 ahead of the range bottom, at $31.74. Above $33.70, the next resistances are $34.15 and $34.60.
GBP/USD trades modestly lower on the day below 1.3550.
The technical suggests that the bullish bias remains intact but loses momentum.
Markets await mid-tier data releases from the US.
GBP/USD corrects lower and trades slightly below 1.3550 on Tuesday after setting a new multi-year peak near 1.3600 on Monday. The pair remains technically bullish but struggles to preserve its momentum.
British Pound PRICE This week
The table below shows the percentage change of British Pound (GBP) against listed major currencies this week. British Pound was the strongest against the Japanese Yen.
USD
EUR
GBP
JPY
CAD
AUD
NZD
CHF
USD
0.17%
-0.10%
1.12%
0.20%
0.64%
0.56%
0.69%
EUR
-0.17%
-0.25%
0.98%
0.03%
0.47%
0.40%
0.53%
GBP
0.10%
0.25%
0.92%
0.29%
0.72%
0.65%
0.79%
JPY
-1.12%
-0.98%
-0.92%
-0.91%
-0.50%
-0.62%
-0.43%
CAD
-0.20%
-0.03%
-0.29%
0.91%
0.45%
0.36%
0.50%
AUD
-0.64%
-0.47%
-0.72%
0.50%
-0.45%
-0.11%
0.07%
NZD
-0.56%
-0.40%
-0.65%
0.62%
-0.36%
0.11%
0.14%
CHF
-0.69%
-0.53%
-0.79%
0.43%
-0.50%
-0.07%
-0.14%
The heat map shows percentage changes of major currencies against each other. The base currency is picked from the left column, while the quote currency is picked from the top row. For example, if you pick the British Pound from the left column and move along the horizontal line to the US Dollar, the percentage change displayed in the box will represent GBP (base)/USD (quote).
The broad-based US Dollar (USD) weakness on growing concerns over the fiscal outlook helped GBP/USD stretch higher at the beginning of the week. With financial markets remaining closed in observance of the Memorial Day holiday, however, the trading action turned subdued in the second half of the day on Monday, limiting GBP/USD’s upside.
US stock index futures gain more than 1% in the European session on Tuesday, reflecting an improving risk mood. Easing fears over a prolonged trade conflict between the European Union and the United States (US) following US President Donald Trump’s decision to delay 50% tariffs on European imports until July 9 seems to be allowing risk flows to return to markets.
Later in the day, April Durable Goods Orders and May CB Consumer Confidence Index data from the US will be watched closely by market participants. A noticeable recovery in consumer sentiment could support the USD with the immediate reaction. On the other hand, a further deterioration in confidence could hurt the currency and help GBP/USD regain its traction.
GBP/USD Technical Analysis
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) indicator on the 4-hour chart stays above 60 and GBP/USD remains within the upper half of the ascending regression channel, while holding above the 20-period Simple Moving Average, suggesting that the bullish bias remains intact in the near term.
Looking south, first support could be seen at 1.3500 (static level, round level) before 1.3480 (mid-point of the ascending channel) and 1.3400 (static level, round level). On the upside, 1.3600 (static level) aligns as the first resistance level ahead of 1.3720 (upper limit of the ascending channel).
Pound Sterling FAQs
The Pound Sterling (GBP) is the oldest currency in the world (886 AD) and the official currency of the United Kingdom. It is the fourth most traded unit for foreign exchange (FX) in the world, accounting for 12% of all transactions, averaging $630 billion a day, according to 2022 data.
Its key trading pairs are GBP/USD, also known as ‘Cable’, which accounts for 11% of FX, GBP/JPY, or the ‘Dragon’ as it is known by traders (3%), and EUR/GBP (2%). The Pound Sterling is issued by the Bank of England (BoE).
The single most important factor influencing the value of the Pound Sterling is monetary policy decided by the Bank of England. The BoE bases its decisions on whether it has achieved its primary goal of “price stability” – a steady inflation rate of around 2%. Its primary tool for achieving this is the adjustment of interest rates.
When inflation is too high, the BoE will try to rein it in by raising interest rates, making it more expensive for people and businesses to access credit. This is generally positive for GBP, as higher interest rates make the UK a more attractive place for global investors to park their money.
When inflation falls too low it is a sign economic growth is slowing. In this scenario, the BoE will consider lowering interest rates to cheapen credit so businesses will borrow more to invest in growth-generating projects.
Data releases gauge the health of the economy and can impact the value of the Pound Sterling. Indicators such as GDP, Manufacturing and Services PMIs, and employment can all influence the direction of the GBP.
A strong economy is good for Sterling. Not only does it attract more foreign investment but it may encourage the BoE to put up interest rates, which will directly strengthen GBP. Otherwise, if economic data is weak, the Pound Sterling is likely to fall.
Another significant data release for the Pound Sterling is the Trade Balance. This indicator measures the difference between what a country earns from its exports and what it spends on imports over a given period.
If a country produces highly sought-after exports, its currency will benefit purely from the extra demand created from foreign buyers seeking to purchase these goods. Therefore, a positive net Trade Balance strengthens a currency and vice versa for a negative balance.
Jakarta, Pintu News – Dogecoin remains stable above $0.20 and has the potential to rise up to 48% as technical patterns emerge indicating a bullish trend. Data from the derivatives market and key EMA indicators point to a possible breakout.
While Bitcoin’s price remains above the $109,000 level, the meme coin’s market capitalization broke through the $72 billion mark again. Leading this short-term recovery is Dogecoin, which recorded a 4% gain in the last 24 hours.
With Dogecoin continuing to hold above the psychologically important $0.20 level, the chances of a breakout from the inverted head-and-shoulders pattern remain open.
On the daily chart (26/5), Dogecoin formed a bearish engulfing candle pattern on May 23, reflecting a decline of 8.29%. This decline tested the potential breakout of the inverted head-and-shoulders pattern, as the price pulled back from the long-term resistance trendline.
Nonetheless, Dogecoin is still holding above the 23.60% Fibonacci retracement level at $0.2179, which is reinforced by the price rejection at the lower level.
On Sunday, a long-tailed doji candle was formed, and currently Dogecoin is trading at $0.2266, showing a daily gain of 0.82%.
Furthermore, the price remains above the 200-day EMA, which aligns with the 23.60% Fibonacci level. Despite the short-term weakness, the underlying bullish sentiment still favors a potential breakout rally.
The 50-day EMA and 100-day EMA lines also point to a possible bullish crossover. Meanwhile, the RSI indicator remains flat above its midpoint, suggesting a potentialbullish reversal with room for further growth.
Dogecoin Price Prediction: DOGE Target Price
Reported by Crypto Basic (26/5) Based on Fibonacci levels and the inverted head-and-shoulders pattern, a successful breakout could push the Dogecoin price towards the $0.3830 level, which represents a potential upside of 48%.
However, if the price closes daily below the 23.60% Fibonacci level, then this bullish scenario will be canceled.
In that situation, the nearest support is at the 50-day EMA line around $0.20, and the next support is at the $0.14 level.
Dogecoin Derivative Data Supports Bullish Signals
Although Dogecoin is at a crossroads due to the failure of the short-term uptrend, the derivatives market still shows optimism.
According to data from Coinglass, Dogecoin open interest increased by 7.44%, driven by an overall market recovery that pushed the total value to $2.70 billion. This indicates increased trader activity on Dogecoin, which was also supported by an increase in the funding rate to 0.0081%.
Source: Coinglass
The increase in open interest and funding rate reflected the growing bullish sentiment among derivatives traders who were anticipating a potential breakout rally. Options volume also surged by 60%, with open interest in options reaching $300,000.
In the past 12 hours, Dogecoin’s price recovery has triggered a $2.4 million liquidation of short positions, while 24-hour liquidation data remains balanced.
Overall, data from the derivatives market continues to support the bullish narrative, reinforcing the potential for a breakout.
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Old-school Count? Queen of the damned? Everyone on TheVampire Diaries?
Well, silly mortals, it’s none of the above. I know it sounded like an opinion question, but the answer is Claudia from Interview with the Vampire. Also acceptable: Michael B. Jordan in Sinners. Who knew the “B” stood for blood? Savage!
Vampires have been making their mark on entertainment since the 1800s when books with pages were still a thing. But today there’s a far less entertaining, human version lurking amongst us called energy vampires.
Energy vampires (not a scientific term) are people who drain your emotional energy. They feed on common decency, compassion and the willingness to listen, which can leave you mentally and physically exhausted.
Perhaps the scariest part is that you may not even know it’s happening, and some energy vampires don’t know they’re doing it. “Usually people are taken by surprise and don’t put two and two together in terms of a particular person that’s draining your energy,” said psychiatrist Judith Orloff, M.D., author of “The Empath’s Survival Guide.”
Orloff noted that women can be especially vulnerable to energy vampires. “Women are susceptible to energy drainers because they often look at the best in people, and it’s important that you look at people realistically because there are different types of energy vampires that women can be particularly vulnerable to, such as the narcissist.”
Here are Orloff’s tips for spotting energy vampires and keeping your spirit off life support.
Identifying energy vampires
Unfortunately, conventional methods like sunlight and mirrors won’t help you spot an energy vampire. But you can start by asking yourself some questions:
Does my chest tighten every time a certain person enters the conversation?
Do I need a nap after hanging up the phone?
Do I binge eat when the conversation is over?
Do I have a headache or feel queasy when talking to someone?
Does my energy bottom out after certain functions, such as family dinners or work meetings?
Do I feel criticized, blamed or attacked during conversations?
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these, you may be dealing with an energy vampire.
Types of energy vampires and how to protect yourself
Not all energy vampires are the same. “There are plenty of them out there, and some are worse than others,” Orloff said. “But the whole idea is to protect your health and your energy and your emotions so you can have some fun in life and enjoy life rather than giving everything to energy vampires.”
The common types of energy vampires include:
The narcissist. Someone who is very self-absorbed and charming. They lure you in with compliments and seem very Team Edward at first. But the minute you’re reeled in, they become cold, withholding and punishing.
Protect yourself: Be realistic with your expectations. Narcissists lack empathy and put themselves first, so avoid depending on or confiding in a person who doesn’t honor your feelings and emotions.
The victim. This “poor me” person always feels like the world is against them, and when things go wrong, it’s always someone else’s fault. Victim types will keep you on the phone for hours and when you offer a solution, they say, “That won’t work because …” and the cycle continues.
Protect yourself: Let that person know if they are into solutions, then you’re more than willing to talk. Otherwise, try a three-minute phone call or chat. You can say, “I support you, but I can only listen for a few minutes.”
The blamer and shamer. This person makes you feel terrible about yourself and has a sneaky way of making you feel guilty for not getting things just perfect. They may resort to verbal abuse, which is unacceptable.
Protect yourself: If you can avoid these people all together — do it. But if you can’t, try not to take what was said personally the best you can and don’t get into a prolonged discussion about their criticism of you. It’s important to talk to someone who is positive after a confrontation to help build you up and help you feel appreciated.
The constant talker. We’ve all met this one. The person that corners you at a party and never stops talking. And it doesn’t matter how much garlic dip you consume — if you take two steps back that person takes two steps forward.
Protect yourself: It can be awkward to interrupt someone, but if you don’t do it, you’ll be there all night. Say, “I have to interrupt you — I need to use the bathroom.” Use a kind but firm tone of voice — not apologetic — to get your message across.
The drama queen/king. All sentences start with, “OMG you’ll never guess what happened!” Everything is a disaster for the drama queen/king, and it never seems to stop.
Protect yourself: Before you get too far into the drama, let that person know you only have a minute before your next meeting or your lunch is over, etc. And don’t ask questions if you don’t want to go down the rabbit hole. You can say, “I’m so sorry you’re under so much stress. I will hold good thoughts for you.”
The rageaholic. This type of energy vampire dumps rage on you and expresses anger that may or may not be about you.
Protect yourself: If you can put a wooden stake in this relationship, do it. If you can’t, set clear boundaries like a no yelling rule and if they want to talk to you, require that they do it when they’re calm. A person who can’t control their anger or yelling or saying terrible things needs outside help.
Be your own Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Energy vampires won’t just go quietly into the night. It takes time and effort to identify the drainers, set boundaries and create a garlic-like barrier around your well-being.
Setting boundaries is hard, but going Buffy the Vampire Slayer with a friend can help. “You can come back and talk about what happened when you set the boundary or what difficulties you had so you can process it,” Orloff said. “So then you have a common project — and it’s a really worthwhile project to improve your emotional wellness and feel better in life so you’re not running scared of all these people.”
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Decentralised finance (DeFi) continues to reshape the traditional financial landscape by offering open, permissionless alternatives to services like trading, lending, and asset management. Today’s total value locked (TVL) across DeFi protocols exceeds $90 billion, highlighting the sector’s growing influence and user adoption despite ongoing market fluctuations. This surge reflects a maturing ecosystem where innovation, transparency, and user control drive sustained interest from retail and institutional participants.
This article highlights today’s leading DeFi tokens by market activity- The Graph, EigenLayer, Uniswap, and 1inch Network- each making notable progress. From new API rollouts and ecosystem expansions to surging trade volumes and cross-chain integrations, these tokens are gaining traction and shaping the future of decentralised applications. Let’s dive into what sets them apart.
Biggest DeFi Token By Market Activity Today – Top List
The Graph is a decentralised protocol that helps developers easily find and use blockchain data. EigenLayer is a decentralised protocol built on Ethereum that lets users “restake” their ETH to help secure other services beyond the Ethereum network. Uniswap is a decentralised exchange (DEX) on the Ethereum blockchain that lets users swap ERC-20 tokens directly from their wallets using liquidity pools. 1inch Network is a decentralised exchange aggregator that helps users find the best token swap rates by pulling liquidity from multiple sources. Let’s dive in fully to uncover why these tokens are ranked among the leading DeFi tokens by market activity today.
1. The Graph (GRT)
The Graph is a decentralised protocol that helps developers easily find and use blockchain data. It organises this data into open subgraphs APIs, making it easier to build and run decentralised apps (dApps) on blockchains like Ethereum, NEAR, and Polygon. This setup improves how fast and efficiently apps can access the needed data.
The GRT token powers the Network by supporting roles like indexers, curators, and delegators, who help keep it running securely. It’s also used to pay for data queries, ensuring everyone in the system is fairly rewarded and the protocol runs smoothly.
GRT is priced at $0.1141, reflecting a 7.76% increase over the past 24 hours, a 6.31% gain over the last 7 days, and an 8.19% rise over the past month.. Its 24-hour trading range spans from $0.1041 to $0.1149.
The Graph Protocol recently unveiled its Token API beta, offering developers reliable access to token balances, transaction histories, and pricing across multiple chains, including Ethereum, Arbitrum, BSC, Polygon, Optimism, and Base. This enhancement aims to streamline data retrieval processes for decentralised applications.
By providing standardised and verifiable token data, The Graph simplifies the development of Web3 applications, ensuring that developers can access accurate and consistent information. This move is expected to bolster the ecosystem by facilitating the creation of more robust and user-friendly decentralised applications.
2. EigenLayer (EIGEN)
EigenLayer is a decentralised protocol built on Ethereum that lets users “restake” their ETH to help secure other services beyond the Ethereum network. This means staked ETH can be used in more ways, allowing validators to support multiple apps simultaneously. The goal is to boost innovation and scalability by creating a shared layer of security.
The EIGEN token is used for governance, allowing holders to vote on changes and upgrades. It also helps motivate users to participate in the Network and keeps everyone’s interests aligned so the system runs smoothly.
EIGEN is priced at $1.517, reflecting an 11.85% increase over the past 24 hours, a 13.76% gain over the last 7 days, and a 48.56% surge in a month. Its 24-hour trading range is from $1.305 to $1.526.
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EigenLayer has launched the first version of its Verifiable Apps page, a curated list of dApps built using its restaking technology. This new page highlights the growing ecosystem of projects that rely on EigenLayer’s unique security model and modular setup, showcasing the creativity and innovation within its community.
The Verifiable Apps page is a valuable tool for developers, investors, and users to discover how restaking is applied in real-world projects. It reinforces EigenLayer’s role in building a secure and dynamic environment for decentralised applications.
3. SUBBD Token (SUBBD)
SUBBD is an AI-powered platform revolutionising content monetisation in the creator-subscriber economy. Combining AI tools and Web3 enables creators to manage and monetise content, efficiently cutting out middlemen. With features like AI live streams, voice generators, and a 24/7 personal assistant, SUBBD offers a decentralised alternative to platforms like OnlyFans.
The $SUBBD token powers the platform, enabling access to content, offering tips, and facilitating creator requests. Currently in presale at $0.0555, with over $520,000 raised, the token provides exclusive perks, VIP access, and a 20% annual return through staking. Ten per cent of the total supply is allocated for airdrops and rewards.
It has also been featured on major cryptocurrency platforms, including Cryptonomist, Coinspeaker, Bitcoinist, 99Bitcoins, and TradingView via NewsBTC, highlighting its growing presence in the AI and Web3. With its increasing influence, $SUBBD is gaining rapid traction. The launch of the AI Personal Assistant further strengthens its position, offering creators continuous fan engagement and support. As AI and Web3 redefine digital content, $SUBBD shapes the future of creator income.
Uniswap is a decentralised exchange (DEX) on the Ethereum blockchain that lets users swap ERC-20 tokens directly from their wallets using liquidity pools. Instead of relying on a central authority, it uses an automated market maker (AMM) system, where users provide tokens to pools and earn a share of the trading fees. With the release of Uniswap v3, features like concentrated liquidity and multiple fee levels were added to improve efficiency.
The native token, UNI, serves as the governance token for the Uniswap protocol. UNI holders can propose and vote on protocol upgrades, fee structures, and other critical decisions affecting the platform’s development.
UNI is priced at $6.517, reflecting an 8.71% increase over the past 24 hours. Over the last 7 days, it has gained approximately 13.25%; over the past month, it has risen by 9.98%. Its 24-hour trading range spans $5.911 to $6.587, making it one of the leading DeFi tokens by market activity.
Uniswap apps aggregate liquidity in one place
That means when you swap using Uniswap Web and Wallet, you’re not just accessing the Uniswap Protocol
You’re also tapping into other liquidity sources via UniswapX to get the best swap, every time 🫡 pic.twitter.com/JxwLRY9KKY
Uniswap has proposed allocating $250,000 worth of UNI tokens over six months to boost liquidity on its v3 pools within the Saga ecosystem. The plan focuses on five key trading pairs, SAGA/USDC and ETH/USDC, aiming to strengthen Uniswap’s presence as the top DEX on Saga’s Liquidity Integration Layer (LIL).
This move allows Uniswap to tap into Saga’s scalable infrastructure, attract more liquidity providers, and improve cross-chain trading. If successful, it could set a precedent for future partnerships, highlighting Uniswap’s dedication to growing its ecosystem and staying at the forefront of DeFi.
5. 1inch Network (1inch)
1inch Network is a decentralised exchange aggregator that helps users find the best token swap rates by pulling liquidity from multiple sources. Since its launch in 2019, it has combined different protocols to make trading more efficient and supports multiple blockchains, such as Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Solana, for cross-chain swaps.
The 1INCH token powers the platform’s governance and utility features. Token holders can vote on protocol changes through the DAO. After the Fusion upgrade in 2022, users can also stake 1INCH to earn Unicorn Power (UP), which can be delegated to earn rewards, adding more ways to participate in the Network.
1INCH is priced at $0.2294, reflecting a 3.92% increase over the past 24 hours. Over the last 7 days, it has gained approximately 8.58%; over the past month, it has risen by 16.60%. Its 24-hour trading range spans from $0.2185 to $0.2317.
1inch recently announced a significant milestone, processing $4.5 billion in trading volume within 24 hours, marking a 10–12x growth. This surge underscores the platform’s robust infrastructure and capacity to handle substantial DeFi activity.
This achievement highlights 1inch’s pivotal role in the DeFi ecosystem, offering users efficient and scalable solutions for decentralised trading. For traders and developers, this growth signifies increased liquidity and improved execution capabilities, reinforcing 1inch’s position as a leading aggregator in the decentralised finance space.
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Just after the Asian open on Monday, President Trump executed another tariff-policy shift, reversing Friday’s threat to impose 50% tariffs on EU exports to the US from June 1st.
The Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD) exchange rate jumped to 4-week highs just below 1.1420 before settling just below 1.1400.
Scotiabank commented; “There is a little congestion on the daily chart between 1.1380/1.1420 which may slow gains in the short run ahead of a retest of the 1.16 area (and possibly higher, potentially towards the 1.18/1.20 range).”
Trump has backtracked on the June 1st threat with a concession that there would be a delay until July 9th.
This puts the EU back to the previous position with the reciprocal tariffs on most countries due to come in on July 9th following the 90-day delay from April 9th.
There would have been notable damage to the Euro-Zone economy if the June 1st tariffs had come into effect and the delay has, therefore, triggered a sense of relief.
There is still a major element of uncertainty over US tariff policy.
Barclays noted underlying uncertainty; “the US has not turned the page on tariffs and that more trade policy volatility lies ahead.”
National Australia Bank head of FX research Ray Attrill commented; “The ‘Sell America’ theme, which obviously was the dominant theme back in April, is back on show.”
He added; “Markets have probably taken the view – and probably rightly so – that where we land eventually on a tariff situation between the U.S. and the EU is not going to be at 50%, but how we get there is frankly anybody’s guess at the moment.”
The Euro secured further net support from China’s pledge to provide more support for the domestic economy.
According to Premier Li Qiang, China is weighing new policy tools in the face of international economic and trade order that is “under severe impact.”
He added that China is studying new policy tools, including some “unconventional measures”, which will be launched as the situation changes.
Unease surrounding fiscal policy direction has amplified dollar unease. After the House of Representatives approved the budget bill on Friday, there will be a tough battle in the Senate during June.
Rabobank commented; “While there is a wide variation of views about the US budget, growth and inflation outlooks, the heightening of risks surrounding all three has been clearly making the treasury market jittery. In turn, this is having negative repercussions for US stocks as well as the USD.”
Pepperstone head of research Chris Weston commented; “What seems clear from the reconciliation bill is that Trump and (Treasury Secretary Scott) Bessent have shifted tactics, swivelling hard from fiscal conservatism and reduced spending to an outright pro-growth policy stance.”
He added; “It is fast becoming a consensus view that the USD is on the path to a multi-year decline.”
Standard Chartered does see scope for a short-term dollar recovery; “In the near term, renewed appetite for US assets and closing of earlier bearish positions should offer support for the USD.”
It considers that this could drive EUR/USD below 1.10.
The bank remains cautious over the longer-term outlook; “However, we expect this USD bounce to be temporary. Ongoing rotation out of US assets and elevated USD valuations are likely to lead to a modestly weaker USD in the longer term.”
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Creatine – one of the most widely researched supplements – is trending again. At the time of writing, there are almost half a million posts with #creatine on TikTok –and whether online or in the office, everyone seems to be discussing what was once a supplement reserved for bodybuilders.
And now, a huge new review has been published in the Journal of The International Society of Sports Nutrition – all about creatine’s potential benefits for women’s health specifically. Reviewing studies published over the last two decades, researchers explored how creatine supplementation might benefit women across their lifespan, including during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy and menopause.
What did the study find?
1/ Creatine can help improve sleep quality and duration
There is an increasing number of studies which show that creatine can positively affect measures of brain health and function. This review highlighted how creatine may affect cognitive processes related to sleep deprivation, which, in turn, can help improve sleep quality, continuity, and quantity.
While the current research hasn’t pinpointed exactly why this is, it suggests that creatine supplementation contributes to enhanced brain energy metabolism, potentially promoting longer sleep cycles. Interestingly, the review’s authors also highlighted a recent study showing how creatine is especially beneficial for sleep when combined with resistance training.
2/ Creatine can help with depression symptoms related to the menstrual cycle, perimenopause and menopause
In this new review, the authors included several recent studies demonstrating how creatine may offer cognitive and mood benefits – potentially alleviating symptoms of depression and enhancing brain function. They said that this is an important target area for women in different female-specific life stages, for example, during the menstrual cycle, perimenopause and menopause, when women may experience symptoms of depression. One study identified creatine supplementation as a method of increasing SSRI efficacy, helping to decrease feelings of depression and anxiety.
3/ Creatine can help preserve muscle mass and strength during perimenopause
During perimenopause, women are at risk of losing muscle mass and strength due to declining oestrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels. The authors of this review highlighted this period as a key area for the potential benefits of creatine supplementation – especially when combined with resistance training.
Having reviewed multiple papers on creatine’s ability to help enhance muscle strength and adaptations to strength training, the authors argued that creatine may help mitigate muscle loss and promote muscle strength during a time when lean mass loss is accelerated at ~1.5 lbs per year.
4/ Creatine can help decrease brain fog associated with perimenopause
As women transition towards menopause, they often report having what’s described as ‘brain fog’ – a state characterised by difficulty in remembering things and/or performing certain cognitive tasks.
Considering recent research has shown creatine supplementation to aid older adults’ memory, this review suggested that creatine supplementation may be an effective way to decrease brain fog associated with perimenopause. It’s thought that this is due to increased creatine stores in the brain and improved mitochondrial function.
5/ Creatine can have benefits on a cellular level
This review highlighted a recent scientific study demonstrating creatine’s positive effects on cellular hydration – particularly in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle (during which hydrating can be more difficult).
Researchers reported a significantly greater volume of fluid in total body water, extracellular fluid, and intracellular fluid following creatine supplementation. These changes were seen during the luteal phase regardless of hormonal contraceptive usage and without changes in body weight.
What does this mean for us?
Considering as little as 6% of sports science research is focused exclusively on women, this paper is a significant and valuable addition to a growing body of research. It highlights how creatine supplementation can play a really powerful role in women’s health strategies through different stages of their lives.
When women naturally create less creatine (some reports demonstrate a 20% lower synthesis rate) and also consume up to 40% less creatine through diet than men, these are important observations.
The bottom line
While this review provides some new and interesting insights and highlights the need for more women-specific research on supplements, the authors themselves highlight that more research is still needed to consolidate the findings. With that in mind, it’s always wise to consult your GP or another medical professional before experimenting with a new supplement, in case it interferes with any medication you’re already taking – or any other existing conditions.
According to the review, future research should focus on optimising dosing strategies, understanding long-term health implications, and exploring creatine’s effects during pregnancy and perimenopause.
With XRP price showing minimal price movements in recent times, attention has shifted to its deflationary model and how it could help sustain price growth over time.
Popular XRP community researcher “SMQKE” recently reignited discussion on XRP’s long-term price potential by highlighting its deflationary design. In a tweet, SMQKE emphasized that XRP’s supply continually decreases due to its unique burn mechanism, making it fundamentally scarce.
The commentator also stressed that XRP is deflationary, adding that the token cannot be mined and that its supply is constantly shrinking. Supporting this claim, the tweet cited a statement from a published paper noting that anything limited in supply and actively used tends to become more expensive over time.
Deflation by Design: How XRP’s Supply Shrinks
Unlike many digital assets, XRP does not rely on mining. Instead, all 100 billion tokens were pre-issued at launch. What makes XRP notably deflationary is that a small portion, like 0.00001 XRP, is destroyed with every transaction. For context, this feature is to mitigate spam transactions.
Official documents from the XRP Ledger and Ripple-backed research confirm that this deflationary mechanism is built into the protocol’s core, with no system in place for inflation or token replenishment.
Notably, the XRP network has seen 13,919,025 XRP permanently removed from circulation since its inception. These tokens are neither redistributed nor collected by validators.
XRP proponents often argue that as transaction volume grows, the total circulating supply decreases, enhancing scarcity over time.
Meanwhile, despite the ongoing token burn, XRP’s total supply remains at 99,986,080,974 (approximately 99.98 billion). While many XRP supporters see this gradual reduction as bullish, critics often argue that it is inconsequential, as the overall supply remains nearly the same even after more than a decade of burns.
Expanding Utility as a Global Bridge Asset
Beyond its deflationary structure, XRP’s role as a bridge currency for global value exchange bolsters its long-term utility. The XRP Ledger supports the transfer of fiat currencies, cryptocurrencies, commodities, securities, and even loyalty points, making it one of the most versatile networks in the digital payments ecosystem.
Its speed and cost-efficiency are unmatched. XRP transactions settle in 3–5 seconds with fees averaging just $0.0002. This outperforms traditional networks like SWIFT, which can take days and cost up to $50 per transfer.
Competitive Edge Through Interoperability
XRP also maintains a strong position in the cross-border payments space thanks to its interoperability features. Its integration with projects like Axelar enables XRP to function across multiple blockchains, enhancing liquidity.
Analysts note that these interoperability bridges, along with XRP’s shrinking supply, contribute to its long-term value proposition.
Comparative analysis shows that XRP rivals centralized stablecoins like USDC and even emerging central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) by offering decentralization, lower fees, and superior cross-chain utility.
XRP competitor analysis | Source SMQKEs tweet
What’s Next for XRP?
With rising institutional interest, expanding use cases, and an irreversible deflationary model, XRP’s fundamentals appear increasingly strong.
Proponents argue that as more transactions are processed and more XRP is burned, the token becomes scarcer, potentially leading to a supply shock if demand increases faster than expected.
At the time of writing, XRP is trading at $2.30, down 1.65% over the past 24 hours.
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SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bitget Wallet, the leading non-custodial crypto wallet, is now officially supported on LINE’s Mini Dapps, following a recent software update by LINE NEXT Inc.. The update allows users to connect Bitget Wallet directly to games and services built on the Dapp Portal — LINE NEXT’s Mini Dapp platform.
Mini Dapp powered by Kaia is growing its ecosystem of digital applications, including games, rewards platforms, and interactive tools. Built with a focus on mobile-first design, LINE NEXT aims to bring Web3 experiences to LINE’s over 196 million monthly active users. “Our goal with Bitget Wallet integration is to broaden user bases and give them more choice and better tools within Mini Dapp.” said Youngsu Ko, CEO of LINE NEXT.
With Bitget Wallet, users can buy, trade, and manage Kaia-based assets within Mini Dapp, including using real-time charts, cross-platform trading features, and direct purchase options. This means users can more easily join popular Mini Dapps and interact with the ecosystem without needing separate tools or apps.
The integration is designed for ease of use, especially for mobile-first users. Bitget Wallet supports more than 130 networks, including Kaia, and helps users access digital games and apps with fewer steps. It also simplifies how users handle transactions and rewards inside these games — without needing to manually adjust settings or switch between platforms.
Bitget Wallet will launch a large-scale user rewards campaign in June, including fee discounts and game-related bonuses for early users. A broader collaboration between Bitget Wallet and LINE NEXT is also in the works. “We’re making it easier for people to join and enjoy the digital experiences offered on LINE,” said Alvin Kan, COO of Bitget Wallet. “By giving users more control and flexibility, we’re helping make these technologies feel familiar and useful in everyday life.”
For more information, visit Bitget Wallet’s official channel and LINE Dapp Portal.
About Bitget Wallet
Bitget Wallet is a non-custodial crypto wallet designed to make crypto simple and secure for everyone. With over 80 million users, it brings together a full suite of crypto services, including swaps, market insights, staking, rewards, DApp exploration, and payment solutions. Supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens, Bitget Wallet enables seamless multi-chain trading across hundreds of DEXs and cross-chain bridges. Backed by a $300+ million user protection fund, it ensures the highest level of security for users’ assets.
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About LINE NEXT Inc.
LINE NEXT Inc., LINE’s venture dedicated to developing and expanding the Web3 ecosystem, providing new digital experiences, and leading Web3 innovation.
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Bitget Wallet Integrates with LINE Dapp Portal to Enhance Access to Mini Dapps on LINE
Bitget Wallet Integrates with LINE Dapp Portal to Enhance Access to Mini Dapps on LINE
