Coinbase exchange has reordered its platform by delisting a major Ethereum decentralized finance (DeFi) token. As per an update on its official X handle, Coinbase said it has stopped all trading activity for MKR-PERP on its exchange.
Coinbase ends trading for Maker perp contract
Notably, MKR-PERP is the perpetual futures contract for Maker on Coinbase’s trading platform. By delisting the asset, no new position can be opened or closed by traders. Meanwhile, Coinbase said it has automatically settled any open position for the asset pair.
The final settlement price for these remaining contracts has been pegged at $1,814.05. The exchange arrived at this figure by considering the average market price of MKR 60 minutes before the delisting took place.
As previously announced, we have suspended trading for MKR-PERP on Coinbase Advanced and Coinbase International Exchange. Any remaining open positions have been settled automatically using the final settlement price of $1,814.05 USDC, which was the average index price over the 60…
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Coinbase has periodically carried out such delisting exercises to ensure that all assets listed on the exchange meet its standards. Although the reason for this current delisting was not stated, Coinbase’s action signals that MKR-PERP no longer meets its listing requirements.
It is worth mentioning that the automatic settlement would likely affect short-term traders and the liquidity of active investors. Regardless of the settlement, some users have reacted to the sudden halt. Some have alleged manipulations as traders were not given enough time to close their positions.
Others consider it a fair and transparent move given the compensation price for those trading the PERP market. Against general expectations, the price of Maker DAO has moved in the opposite direction.
The token was changing hands for $1,821.63, up by 3% in the past 24 hours.
Related delistings are not uncommon on the broader crypto market. Binance recently announced it would delist BakeryToken (BAKE), Hifi Finance (HIFI) and others, effective as of Sept. 17. In a shocking turn of events, the token billed for delisting, like MKR, spiked in price, with BAKE posting a 170% increase while HIFI climbed by 28%.
Coinbase taps Google, Ethereum Foundation for AI payments
Meanwhile, in another development, Coinbase has teamed up with tech giant Google and the Ethereum Foundation.
Google initiated the move to leverage Coinbase’s platform for interoperability of payments. Commenting on the partnership, Brian Armstrong, Coinbase CEO, stated that it will open a new era for AI agents.
The goal for Google is to ensure that AI agents can settle financial transactions both on traditional trails and with stablecoins. It is Google’s way of staying ahead of innovations before they become widespread.
A new study by the Defi Education Fund, conducted with Ipsos, shows that many Americans are frustrated with traditional banks. People want full control over their money and the ability to transact directly with others without relying on the “middleman”.
At the same time, there is excitement about crypto and DeFi as tools that could make finance fairer, more affordable, and safer.
The research reveals that crypto is reaching a wide range of Americans.
Nearly 18% have owned or used crypto, and 22% are curious to learn more about nontraditional finance like blockchain, crypto, or DeFi. This interest reaches across all age groups, races, genders, and education levels.
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Many Americans are curious about DeFi as it could offer better security and lower transaction fees
Around 42% said they would try DeFi if new laws made it easier to access. 40% of Americans would likely try out DeFi and among these potential users, 84% would use DeFi for online purchases, 78% for paying bills, and 77% for saving money.
Despite this interest, only 12% said they are very or extremely interested in learning about DeFi. Almost 4 in 10 Americans believe DeFi could help reduce high transaction and service fees that are common in the current financial system.
Crypto Policy In Focus
This comes as lawmakers and industry leaders are actively shaping crypto policy.
Fox Journalist Eleanor Terrett shared that crypto leaders from IOHK, Ripple, a16z, Kraken, Coinbase, Multicoin, Paradigm, and Circle recently met at the Banking GOP roundtable.
The 90-minute meeting focused on refining language in the market structure draft.
Previously, at the June DeFi roundtable, SEC Chair Paul Atkins emphasized that American values like freedom, private property rights and innovation are in the “DNA of the DeFi”. The SEC is also exploring an “innovation exemption” to bring blockchain-based products to market faster.
Why Are Banks Losing Public Trust?
The survey shows limited confidence in banks. Less than half of Americans feel the financial system meets their needs, and only 25% believe it is designed to benefit ordinary people. Trust in banks is low, with just 40% trusting large national banks and 43% trusting regional or community banks.
Americans want more control over their finances. About 56% want full control of their money, and over 51% want the ability to send money digitally without a third party. This desire is especially strong among foreign-born Americans.
Security is another major concern. Only 29% feel the U.S. financial system is secure, while 54% want complete control over their personal and financial data.
This trend could power the next wave of crypto adoption.
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How many Americans use or own crypto today?
About 18% have owned or used crypto, while 22% are interested in learning more about blockchain, crypto, and DeFi.
What do Americans want from DeFi?
People want lower fees, stronger security, and full control of their money. Many believe DeFi can reduce costs and improve fairness in finance.
How likely are Americans to try DeFi?
Around 42% would consider DeFi if laws supported it, with many willing to use it for online shopping, bill payments, and saving money.
More than 40% of Americans are open to using decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols if proposed legislation is made law, according to a recent survey.
Crypto lobby group the DeFi Education Fund (DEF) found in a survey released on Thursday that many Americans “are curious about DeFi” as respondents signalled a low trust in the traditional finance system.
The survey was conducted by Ipsos between Aug. 18 and 21, with 1,321 US adults polled. Ipsos Public Affairs vice president Alec Tyson said the study found “emerging awareness of cryptocurrency and decentralized finance as many Americans express frustrations with current financial institutions’ ability to deliver security, personalized control and flexibility.”
40% of Americans open to DeFi
The poll showed that 42% said they would likely try DeFi if proposed legislation were passed into law, split between 9% who said they were “extremely or very likely” and 33% who responded they were “somewhat likely” to try.
Congress is currently looking at bills that would define the legal status of many cryptocurrencies and specify how the country’s financial regulators divvy up policing the sector.
Two in five, or 40%, of the respondents said they’d “likely try out DeFi,” with 84% of those respondents saying they’d use it to make purchases online.
Just 12% of those surveyed said they were very or extremely interested in learning about DeFi, while nearly 40% believed that DeFi can address the issue of high transaction and service fees in banking and traditional finance.
“I would keep more of my paycheck in my pocket. I wouldn’t have to rely on any of the financial institutions, on paying them fees,” said one respondent from Queens in New York City.
Study shows mistrust of banks and TradFi
The DEF said the survey found that trust in traditional finance was “low across the board,” with the data revealing significant variations and areas of skepticism across the financial landscape.
Less than half of those surveyed believe the current US financial system meets their financial needs, while just a quarter thought that the traditional system is designed to benefit ordinary people.
More Americans are interested in having “control over my money at all times,” and many are looking for ways to send or receive money without a middleman, the researchers stated.
Financial surveillance and security are also major concerns, with only 29% of Americans surveyed believing that the US financial system is secure today.
Around three-quarters of those surveyed agreed that the current financial system needs to be upgraded to combat new threats, like cybercrime or AI.
DeFi still a nascent sector
“Desire for stronger security and lower transaction fees are among the top reasons that Americans are interested in DeFi, and Americans believe DeFi can alleviate friction points in finance today,” the researchers concluded.
Last month, US Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said there was “nothing to be afraid of” about crypto payments operating outside the traditional banking system.
DeFi is still a very nascent sector with total value locked across all protocols currently standing at $160 billion, according to DefiLlama, which is less than the market capitalization of Boeing.
BOCA RATON, FL, Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DeFi Development Corp. (Nasdaq: DFDV) (the “Company”) the first public company with a treasury strategy built to accumulate and compound Solana (“SOL”), today announced the acquisition of 62,745 SOL. This purchase brings the Company’s total holdings to 2,095,748 SOL, valued at approximately $499 million.
Below is a summary of DeFi Dev Corp.’s current SOL position and key per-share metrics as of September 16, 2025:
Total SOL & SOL Equivalents Held: 2,095,748
Total SOL & SOL Equivalents Held (USD): Approximately $499 million
Total Shares Outstanding as of September 16, 2025: 25,670,108
SOL per Share (“SPS”): 0.0816
SPS (USD): $19.44
The newly acquired SOL will be held long-term and staked to a variety of validators, including DeFi Dev Corp.’s own Solana validators to generate native yield.
Note on Share Count and SPS: The reported share count reflects only issued and outstanding shares as of today. None of the pre-paid warrants from the recent equity financing are included in the current figure. Including warrants from that transaction, the adjusted share count would be approximately 31.5 million. SPS will fully reflect this in future updates, alongside the deployment of the remaining cash proceeds from the equity financing into additional SOL purchases. Based on current expectations, the Company does not anticipate SPS falling below the pre-financing level of 0.0675, even after full warrant impact — reinforcing continued SPS growth.
About DeFi Development Corp. DeFi Development Corp. (Nasdaq: DFDV) has adopted a treasury policy under which the principal holding in its treasury reserve is allocated to SOL. Through this strategy, the Company provides investors with direct economic exposure to SOL, while also actively participating in the growth of the Solana ecosystem. In addition to holding and staking SOL, DeFi Development Corp. operates its own validator infrastructure, generating staking rewards and fees from delegated stake. The Company is also engaged across decentralized finance (“DeFi”) opportunities and continues to explore innovative ways to support and benefit from Solana’s expanding application layer.
The Company is an AI-powered online platform that connects the commercial real estate industry by providing data and software subscriptions, as well as value-add services, to multifamily and commercial property professionals, as the Company connects the increasingly complex ecosystem that stakeholders have to manage.
The Company currently serves more than one million web users annually, including multifamily and commercial property owners and developers applying for billions of dollars of debt financing per year, professional service providers, and thousands of multifamily and commercial property lenders, including more than 10% of the banks in America, credit unions, real estate investment trusts (“REITs”), debt funds, Fannie Mae® and Freddie Mac® multifamily lenders, FHA multifamily lenders, commercial mortgage-backed securities (“CMBS”) lenders, Small Business Administration (“SBA”) lenders, and more. The Company’s data and software offerings are generally offered on a subscription basis as software as a service (“SaaS”).
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American Express has introduced NFT passport stamps for its US consumer card members, offering a blockchain-based way to commemorate travel experiences. The digital stamps are stored as ERC-721 tokens on Ethereum’s layer-2 Base network, creating personalised keepsakes that capture each trip.
Each NFT stamp records the country visited along with a short description. Users can customise the stamp with highlights from their journey, whether it’s a monument, a memorable meal, or a hotel stay.
“As physical passport stamps continue to disappear, Amex Passport creates an opportunity for Card Members to celebrate their travels,” said Luke Gebb, Executive Vice President at Amex Digital Labs.
Amex emphasised that the NFT stamps will not contain personal data, protecting cardholder privacy on the blockchain. The stamps are also non-transferable, ensuring they remain unique to the traveller. Cardholders can choose to share them on social media or save them to their devices.
Data from BaseScan shows that the Amex travel stamp smart contract was deployed nearly a month ago.
The launch follows a survey revealing that 73 percent of respondents want to commemorate digital trips, while 56 percent said they miss receiving physical passport stamps. Amex says the feature bridges nostalgia with a secure and decentralised travel record.
The move comes as NFT markets experience a revival. In August 2025, NFT trading volumes hit $578 million (₹4,800 crore), while overall market capitalisation climbed to $9.3 billion (₹77,000 crore), a 40 percent jump in one month.
Amex joins a growing list of companies experimenting with NFTs to enhance customer engagement:
• Lufthansa launched Uptrip, a loyalty programme where passengers collect NFT trading cards redeemable for lounge access and upgrades.
• Mastercard rolled out its Artist Accelerator programme, offering NFT passes for exclusive music content.
• Starbucks piloted Starbucks Odyssey, merging its rewards programme with NFT-based “Journey Stamps”, though it was later discontinued.
Starknet launches BTC staking with 0.25 staking power and support for multiple wrapped BTC tokens.
The unstaking period is cut from 21 to 7 days, giving users faster access to funds.
The upgrade passed with 93.6% community support, highlighting strong trust and adoption potential.
Introducing Bitcoin (BTC) staking represents a major joining of Bitcoin’s security with DeFi innovations on Starknet, Ethereum’s Layer-2 scaling solution. Stakeholders will be able to stake and earn network rewards for their BTC in the mainnet that generally launches on September 30.
Bitcoin’s staking power is set at one-quarter in this new setting, which means that Bitcoin contributes 25% of the consensus weight of the network, with the native token of Starknet, STRK, supplying the other 75%. It is a hybrid model to further decentralization and security, and gives a clear voice to BTC in network governance.
Starknet has also expanded accessibility by supporting several wrapped Bitcoin tokens, including WBTC, LBTC, tBTC, and SolvBTC, allowing a wide range of BTC holders to participate.
A key improvement is the reduction of the unstaking period from 21 days to just 7 days, giving investors faster access to their funds while maintaining network safety.
Why This Matters
The DeFi world got much bigger with Bitcoin staking getting launched on Starknet, as it brings together two major ecosystems in crypto. For the first time ever, BTC owners can stake on Starknet without having to give up their assets, blending Bitcoin’s trustworthiness with Ethereum’s Layer-2 flexibility.
This development could appeal to both retail and institutional investors, who are seeking new ways to generate yield from their Bitcoin holdings. Faster withdrawal times, greater security, and low-risk participation make the offering particularly attractive.
The upgrade was approved through the SNIP-31 governance proposal, with an overwhelming 93.6% community support. The high approval rate reflects the confidence of the community in this upgrade and reaffirms Starknet’s commitment to decentralized decision-making.
Benefits for BTC Holders
BTC staking on Starknet has various benefits:
Receiving rewards without sacrificing ownership of Bitcoin.
Easy access with a reduced 7-day unstaking time.
Enhanced security as BTC contributes to the weightage of the consensus process.
While its potential is exciting, the new staking model is not without challenges. Users will need to be careful while staking to maintain accuracy and not miss out on rewards. The accumulation of BTC on Starknet will also stress the network’s stability and security.
Regulatory scrutiny also remains a key factor. Staking frameworks may face changes depending on jurisdictional rules, which could influence adoption rates in the future.
Starknet’s move to integrate Bitcoin staking could serve as a blueprint for other Layer-2 networks. Successful implementation can speed up the wider adoption of BTC in DeFi, providing new opportunities for holders and advancing blockchain development.
By lowering the hurdles and incentivizing engagement, Starknet is opening up possibilities for Bitcoin users to venture into DeFi and, at the same time, contribute to securing its own network. This is a significant step in the development of both Bitcoin and Layer-2 solutions.
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For years, XRP has been positioned as a payments solution for banks, but its thesis has been weighed down by regulatory battles and lack of significant progress in usage outside speculation. In contrast, a utility-first DeFi project is preparing to deliver scalable lending, borrowing, and stablecoin innovation that will generate real adoption. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is entering the market through its presale, and analysts are already confident that it will outperform XRP with at least a 20× return in the coming years. In a market where many still ask why crypto is down during volatile phases, the projects offering actual product-driven demand will define the winners of the next cycle.
A Product Built for Continuous Utility
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is shaping its ecosystem around mechanics that will lock in real usage from day one. At the center of this design will be the stablecoin minting and burning system. The stablecoin will not exist as a speculative side project but as an active part of lending flows. Every time users borrow, stablecoins will be minted, and when loans are repaid, they will be burned, anchoring demand directly in activity.
The second major driver of utility will be mtTokens. These instruments will represent deposits and staking positions inside the protocol. By staking mtTokens, users will earn MUTM rewards, creating a natural cycle of demand for the native token. This loop of borrowing, minting, repaying, and staking will keep liquidity moving constantly. For long-term crypto investing, such design ensures that demand for MUTM is not based on hype alone but will grow as protocol activity scales.
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is currently in Phase 6 of its presale at $0.035. With approximately $15.75 million raised so far, this stage is already 40% complete and supported by more than 16,300 holders. CertiK has reviewed the project thoroughly, awarding a Token Scan score of 90.00 and a Skynet score of 79.00, providing further confidence for new entrants. The next phase will lift the price to $0.04, a 15% jump that makes this the final discounted window at this price for buyers before the price climbs higher. For investors following the crypto fear and greed index, this moment represents a rare chance to accumulate exposure before larger players arrive.
Reserve Factor and Oracle Implementation
Phase 6 buyers at $0.035 will enter before the token lists at $0.06. That creates a 70% uplift on paper on day one. For example, $3,000 invested today will buy 85,800 tokens. At listing, those tokens will be valued at $5,200, representing a $2,200 profit almost immediately.
The confident long-term projection is $0.70, defined as a 20X gain relative to the current $0.035 presale price. At that level, the same $3,000 invested today would grow into $60,000. Phase 1 participants who entered at $0.01 will see an even larger 70X return when the token trades at $0.70, turning $1,000 into $70,000. This structured math shows how Mutuum Finance (MUTM) will deliver exponential ROI compared with XRP’s much slower trajectory.
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) will build a strong reserve factor by capturing a portion of borrower interest. Over time, these reserves will accumulate into an on-chain safety buffer that can be deployed for insurance or incentives, attracting larger counterparties and institutional flows.
In parallel, a robust oracle strategy will combine Chainlink primary feeds with fallback mechanisms and time-weighted averages. This will drastically reduce the risk of oracle exploits, positioning Mutuum Finance (MUTM) as a trusted collateral venue for major integrations. As total value locked grows, the utility of MUTM will expand, supporting steady upward demand pressure.
Deposit and borrow caps along with restricted collateralization will serve as risk controls that limit exposure to illiquid or manipulable assets. This framework will lower systemic risk and build trust, encouraging more sizable deposits. As adoption grows, participants will increasingly seek MUTM to participate in governance and reward programs, locking in the 20× path.
Layer-2 Scaling and Market Readiness
At launch, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) will roll out its ecosystem on a Layer-2 network that slashes costs compared to Layer-1 chains. This will encourage higher transaction frequency and user retention, strengthening the platform’s base of activity. Moreover, the project is preparing for listings on leading exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, KuCoin, Kraken, and MEXC. The combination of low user costs and deep liquidity will accelerate expansion and price appreciation.
Trust will also be reinforced through security and incentives. The CertiK audit gives the project a solid foundation, while a bug bounty program worth $50,000 invites independent testers to scrutinize the code, with rewards up to $2,000 for critical findings. Alongside this, a $100,000 giveaway will attract further user participation and community strength, preparing the ecosystem for widespread attention.
Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is already 40% through Phase 6, and the jump to Phase 7 will lift the entry price to $0.04. With a 70% listing uplift and a confident long-term projection of $0.70, this is one of the rare projects where both short-term and long-term gains align. As XRP continues to stall, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is set to beat it by at least 20X. For those who act now, the presale offers not just a discount but a path to participate in the next wave of DeFi growth.
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DeFi’s remarkable journey has captured the attention of cryptocurrency traders worldwide, evolving from the explosive hype of 2021 to a robust ecosystem boasting over $150 billion in total value locked (TVL) today. This growth trajectory, highlighted in recent market analyses, underscores a maturing sector with stronger foundations that could propel it to new heights. As traders eye opportunities in decentralized finance, understanding this evolution is crucial for spotting trading signals and capitalizing on momentum in assets like ETH, UNI, and AAVE. With TVL serving as a key on-chain metric, its steady climb signals increasing liquidity and user adoption, potentially setting the stage for bullish breakouts in DeFi-related tokens.
Analyzing DeFi TVL Growth and Historical Price Movements
The peak of DeFi hype in 2021 saw TVL surging to unprecedented levels amid a broader crypto bull run, with Ethereum-based protocols leading the charge. Back then, trading volumes exploded as investors poured into yield farming and liquidity pools, driving ETH prices from around $1,400 in early 2021 to over $4,800 by November that year, according to historical data from major exchanges. However, the subsequent bear market tested the sector’s resilience, with TVL dipping significantly in 2022 amid regulatory scrutiny and market volatility. Fast-forward to September 2025, and TVL has rebounded impressively to exceed $150 billion, reflecting enhanced security measures, improved scalability through layer-2 solutions, and institutional inflows. For traders, this resurgence correlates with key market indicators: for instance, ETH’s 24-hour trading volume recently hovered around $15 billion, while DeFi tokens like UNI showed a 5% uptick in the last week, with support levels at $6.50 and resistance near $8.00. On-chain metrics, such as daily active users on platforms like Uniswap, have increased by 20% quarter-over-quarter, providing concrete data points for informed trading decisions. Savvy traders are monitoring these trends for breakout opportunities, especially in ETH/USDT pairs where volatility could amplify gains.
Trading Opportunities in Current DeFi Market Dynamics
In the current landscape, DeFi’s stronger foundations—bolstered by advancements in cross-chain interoperability and regulatory clarity—are fueling optimism for higher TVL peaks. This optimism is evident in trading patterns: for example, AAVE’s lending protocol has seen borrowing volumes rise 15% month-over-month as of September 2025, correlating with a 7% price increase to approximately $120 per token. Traders should watch for correlations with broader crypto markets; BTC’s dominance at 55% often influences DeFi flows, where a BTC rally could trigger altcoin surges including DeFi assets. Key trading pairs to consider include UNI/USDT, which recently tested a 50-day moving average of $7.20, and COMP/ETH, with on-chain governance votes driving short-term volatility. Market sentiment, gauged through social volume metrics, shows a 30% spike in DeFi discussions, suggesting potential for momentum trades. However, risks remain, such as flash loan exploits or macroeconomic pressures, so incorporating stop-loss orders at 5-10% below entry points is advisable for risk management.
Looking ahead, the potential for DeFi to ‘go so much higher’ hinges on sustained innovation and adoption. Institutional players are increasingly allocating to DeFi via tokenized assets, which could boost TVL further and create arbitrage opportunities across chains like Polygon and Solana. For stock market correlations, events like tech stock rallies (e.g., in AI-driven firms) often spill over to crypto, enhancing sentiment for AI-integrated DeFi projects. Traders might explore long positions in ETH futures if TVL approaches $200 billion, targeting resistance at $3,500 with historical precedents from 2021. Overall, this phase represents a prime window for strategic trading, blending fundamental analysis with technical indicators for maximized returns.
To wrap up, DeFi’s evolution from hype to stability offers actionable insights for cryptocurrency trading enthusiasts. By focusing on TVL as a leading indicator, alongside real-time volume data and price charts, traders can navigate this dynamic market effectively. Whether scalping short-term fluctuations or holding for long-term growth, the sector’s fortified base promises exciting prospects ahead.
Every cycle of crypto ignites fresh stories of exponential gains, resilience, and reinvention. In 2025, the spotlight shines on three powerful projects: BullZilla, Ethereum, and Litecoin. BullZilla charges forward as a cinematic meme coin presale engineered for exponential returns.
Ethereum cements its place as the backbone of decentralized finance and global adoption. Litecoin, often underestimated, reaffirms its role as the “digital silver” of the crypto market with unique transaction utility. Together, these three exemplify the frontier of 100x meme coins and altcoins that combine hype, infrastructure, and proven use cases.
BullZilla: The Next 1000x Meme Coin Forged in Scarcity
BullZilla isn’t another meme coin, it’s a narrative-driven ecosystem wrapped in cinematic branding. Branded as the BullZilla next 1000x, its presale thrives on urgency and scarcity, turning retail excitement into structured growth.
At present, BullZilla is in its 2nd stage (Dead Wallets Don’t Lie), Phase 2D, priced at $0.00005241. The presale tally has already exceeded $370,000, with 1,300+ holders and 25 billion tokens sold. Early entrants at this phase are already sitting on 811% paper ROI, while listing at $0.00527 signals a projected 9,958% gain.
BullZilla Features Driving Adoption
The strength of BullZilla lies in its mechanics. The Roar Burn Mechanism executes live burns at presale milestones, permanently shrinking supply. The HODL Furnace fuels long-term conviction with up to 70% APY staking. The Roarblood Vault incentivizes community-led growth through referral rewards.
This combination makes BullZilla more than hype—it’s an ecosystem blending identity, scarcity, and passive income. Unlike many presale tokens, its design reduces sell pressure and builds engagement for the long haul.
Presale Snapshot
Metric
Value
Stage
2nd (Dead Wallets Don’t Lie)
Phase
2D
Current Price
$0.00005241
Raised
$370,000+
Holders
1,300+
How to Buy BullZilla Coins
Acquiring $BZIL is straightforward. First, set up a Web3 wallet like MetaMask or Trust Wallet. Purchase Ethereum (ETH) from a major exchange such as Binance or Coinbase and transfer it to your wallet. Then visit the official BullZilla presale portal, connect your wallet, and swap ETH for $BZIL. Allocations are locked instantly and claimable once the presale concludes.
Applications of BullZilla
BullZilla’s appeal is twofold: culture and mechanics. Its meme-driven narrative gives it viral potential, while the HODL Furnace ensures passive staking income. The Roar Burn mechanism consistently tightens supply. The Roarblood Vault builds loyalty and referrals. These elements work together to make BullZilla one of the best crypto to buy today among early presale projects.
Investment Scenario – $5,000 Allocation
Metric
Value
Presale Price
$0.00005241
Tokens Purchased
95,403,326 $BZIL
Potential Value at Listing ($0.00527)
$502,800
ROI
+9,958%
This projection illustrates how a $5,000 allocation could evolve into more than half a million dollars at listing, demonstrating why BullZilla dominates the discussion on 100x meme coins in 2025.
Ethereum: The Anchor of Decentralized Finance
Ethereum remains the most influential blockchain in the world. Its unmatched developer activity, liquidity, and institutional adoption solidify its role as the foundation of Web3.
Following the shift to proof-of-stake, Ethereum has reduced energy consumption by over 99%. Staking yields average between 4–7% annually, rewarding participants while securing the network. Layer-2 rollups like Arbitrum and Optimism now process transactions at a fraction of Layer-1 costs, scaling throughput beyond 50,000 transactions per second.
Ethereum also attracts institutional players. Governments and corporations tokenize assets on its rails, from bonds to digital identity systems. Its ecosystem of more than 3,000 decentralized applications dominates DeFi, NFTs, and beyond.
Litecoin: The Digital Silver That Refuses to Fade
Litecoin, often overlooked amid newer chains, continues to hold a unique position in the crypto economy. Branded as Bitcoin’s “digital silver,” Litecoin is trusted for peer-to-peer payments due to its low fees and fast block times.
Litecoin processes transactions approximately four times faster than Bitcoin, with lower fees that make it suitable for everyday use. The introduction of MimbleWimble Extension Blocks (MWEB) in 2022 enhanced privacy, giving Litecoin an edge in optional confidential transactions.
Its halving cycle, which reduces block rewards, continues to support scarcity in supply, similar to Bitcoin. Despite market volatility, Litecoin remains a top asset for payment adoption and merchant acceptance.
Conclusion: Three Coins Defining 2025
BullZilla, Ethereum, and Litecoin reflect the diversity of opportunity in today’s crypto landscape. BullZilla thrives on narrative and scarcity, delivering projected 1000x ROI potential. Ethereum remains the anchor of decentralized finance and smart contracts. Litecoin continues as a trusted payments layer, offering low-cost, fast transactions.
The 100x meme coins and altcoins of 2025 will emerge not from one formula but from convergence. Narrative-driven speculation, infrastructure resilience, and proven transactional adoption together define the next phase of growth. Investors who understand this balance are best positioned for the cycle ahead.
Referral Rewards: Incentives for bringing participants to a presale.
Halving: Supply reduction event that supports scarcity in proof-of-work coins.
Finality: Assurance that a blockchain transaction is irreversible.
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This article explores three leading cryptocurrencies in 2025: BullZilla, Ethereum, and Litecoin. BullZilla dominates presale attention with its cinematic branding, Roar Burn scarcity model, and projected 9,958% ROI from presale to listing. Ethereum continues to reinforce its role as the backbone of DeFi and smart contracts, with scaling solutions and institutional adoption. Litecoin, as digital silver, thrives in peer-to-peer payments with fast, low-cost transactions and privacy upgrades. Together, they embody the 100x meme coins narrative while offering investors a spectrum of speculative upside, infrastructure stability, and transactional utility.
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments involve risk, including volatility and capital loss. Readers should conduct independent research and consult financial professionals before making investment decisions.
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The IMX price is gaining strong traction in Q3 as new integrations, high-profile partnerships, and a technical breakout converge to boost sentiment.
While Web3 gaming demand accelerates across the broader market, the IMX price today is also pushing above key resistance on the price chart.
MEXC Integration In August & Netmarble Partnership In September are Big Events of Q3
Immutable’s integration on August 18th with MEXC opened the door dramatically by broadly widening the access to IMX crypto to more than 40 million users globally. This integration is live for a few weeks, but the trading volume is continuing to rise.
This surge in accessibility has already triggered a noticeable spike in trading volume, hinting that market participation is rapidly expanding and supporting the bullish tone around IMX price USD.
Similarly, the Web3 gaming has been catching fire, and Immutable sits at the center with over 660 games building on its network.
As the expert mentions that major industry players like Ubisoft are driving fresh attention through new partnerships and esports tournaments, which is fueling optimism around IMX price prediction narratives.
Likewise, the strong fundamentals of this growing ecosystem are reinforcing confidence that IMX can ride the next big gaming wave.
Further adding to the bullish backdrop, IMX’s cofounder confirmed that hit gaming franchise Solo Leveling has joined Netmarble’s NPC M creator program.
This meant that Immutable creators can post content about Netmarble’s games and earn.
This development strengthens the utility of IMX crypto by tying it deeper into creator-driven game economies, aligning well with the broader IMX price forecast for September.
Technical Breakout Sparks Strong Upside Momentum
From a technical standpoint, IMX has broken out from a symmetrical triangle pattern on the daily chart. The breakout has also pushed the price above the 200-day EMA band, a key long-term level that often signals a shift in market sentiment.
Historically, similar multi-month consolidation phases on the IMX price chart have preceded sharp rallies, and experts believe that after breaking out, it’s ready to produce gains of over 50% in the following weeks.
Also, multiple years of price action have displayed that after several months in consolidation, a rally is followed. The expert has highlighted that almost an entire year of accumulation is seen in 2025, and the rise from here would be exceptional.
