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PayPal launches “Pay with Crypto” to help US merchants accept digital asset payments

  • Businesses can now accept over 100 cryptocurrencies with near-instant conversions.
  • Pay with Crypto reduces transaction costs by up to 90%.
  • US merchants are now connected to a $4T market and over 650M crypto users

Indeed, the latest stablecoin regulation in the United States was a game-changer.

Besides bolstering bullish momentum, the GENIUS Act has seen many firms stepping deeper into the future of fintech.

To support the increasing cryptocurrency adoption, PayPal has rolled out Pay with Crypto.

The new product will allow US-based merchants to accept payments in over 100 different coins, including stablecoins, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana.

The best part. Businesses can automatically convert the received tokens to stablecoin or fiat with a 0.99% transaction fee.

The new feature reduces the costs traditionally linked to cross-border transactions.

Most businesses that operate internationally suffer from high fees, complex banking requirements, and delays.

PayPal aims to solve this through a smoother payment process.

It also unlocks global growth with a borderless customer base.

PayPal CEO and President Alex Chriss says:

Businesses of all sizes face incredible pressure when growing globally, from increased costs for accepting international payments to complex integrations. Today, we’re removing these barriers and helping every business of every size achieve its goals.

Solving the international payment crisis

Businesses globally lose billions yearly through international payment models.

Delayed settlements, unpredictable exchange rates, and credit card fees have dented global trade.

That is where Pay with Crypto comes in.

PayPal introduces instant crypto-to-stablecoin or fiat conversion in an already colossal financial infrastructure.
Furthermore, merchants will not have to worry about the technical side of digital asset transactions.

PayPal promises to handle everything, including minimizing volatility, to ensure simplicity without compromising speed and security.
Also, merchants can use PayPal’s Pay with Crypto to increase their profit margins.

For instance, they will enjoy up to 90% lower processing fees compared to credit cards.

Also, businesses that hold their funds as PYUSD (PayPal’s stablecoin) will earn rewards.

Chriss added:

Imagine a shopper in Guatemala buying a special gift from a merchant in Oklahoma City. Using PayPal’s open platform, the business can accept crypto, pay lower fees, and grow their business – all in one simple step.

What’s next?

All merchants in the US will access PayPal’s Pay with Crypto feature in the coming weeks, allowing them to receive payments in over 100 supported digital tokens.

Businesses can link with trusted wallets like Coinbase, Exodus, OKX, and MetaMask to enjoy instant conversion from crypto to stablecoins like USDT or fiat.

United States citizens will soon use digital currencies like ETH, BTC, and SOL to pay for goods and services.

Meanwhile, PayPal is establishing itself as a pioneer amid growing crypto adoption.

Recently, it integrated with Arbitrum to support PYUSD growth.

Moreover, OKX tapped PayPal to simplify cryptocurrency purchases across Europe.

These developments come as digital currencies gain ground in the financial landscape.

The global crypto market cap hovers at $3.93 trillion after correcting from recent highs above $4 trillion.

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World Liberty Financial acquires 3,473 ETH, stakes it on Aave

  • World Liberty Financial just bought 3,473 ETH for $13 million.
  • The Ethereum (ETH) was staked on Aave to earn DeFi yield.
  • WLFI coin launch expected within six to eight weeks.

In a bold move that underscores its deepening involvement in decentralised finance, World Liberty Financial has acquired 3,473 ETH valued at $13 million.

The acquisition was followed swiftly by staking the assets on Aave, a leading DeFi protocol.

This strategic manoeuvre not only strengthens the firm’s crypto position but also signals its intention to actively participate in Ethereum-based income-generating platforms.

The $13 million ETH staking deepens World Liberty Financial’s DeFi strategy

The purchase, executed through multiple wallet addresses, was conducted at an average price of $3,743 per ETH, according to blockchain data from Arkham Intelligence reported by Lookonchain.

Following the latest purchase, World Liberty Financial’s total ETH holdings now stand at approximately 73,616 ETH, which is currently valued at around $275.9 million.

The move comes amid a period of renewed institutional interest in Ethereum, with World Liberty Financial positioning itself firmly among the major players betting big on ETH.

Once acquired, the ETH was promptly staked on Aave, one of the largest decentralised lending and borrowing platforms in the DeFi space, indicating a clear strategy to go beyond holding crypto assets passively and instead generate yield through DeFi staking.

Ethereum (ETH) rallying as institutional inflows rise

World Liberty Financial’s timing appears calculated, especially seeing that the ETH market has witnessed notable inflows recently, particularly from institutional investors.

Sharplink Gaming, another company with strong crypto ties, recently added $250 million worth of ETH to its holdings, pushing its total ETH portfolio to a staggering $1.3 billion.

This reflects a wider sentiment shift, with Ethereum emerging as the digital asset of choice for institutions looking to capitalise on its long-term potential.

On the derivatives front, spot Ethereum ETFs registered a net inflow of $533.9 million on July 22 alone. In contrast, spot Bitcoin ETFs saw a $67.9 million net outflow during the same day.

This shift in institutional preference likely contributed to Ethereum’s growing appeal among strategic investors like World Liberty Financial.

At the time of the acquisition, Ethereum (ETH) was trading around $3,686, with prices fluctuating between $3,650 and $3,758 in the past 24 hours.

Over the last seven days, ETH has gained 16%, with a 62% surge over the past month.

Notably, Ethereum’s strong market performance is helping boost the valuation of crypto portfolios heavily exposed to the asset.

WLFI coin launch set to follow

This aggressive ETH accumulation is not happening in isolation. World Liberty Financial is also gearing up to launch its native WLFI coin.

According to a statement by the project team, the WLFI token will begin trading within the next six to eight weeks.

The project emphasises that the launch is being carefully timed and backed by strategic partnerships, smart coin unlocking mechanisms, and broader ecosystem planning.

The WLFI coin is expected to serve as a key pillar in the company’s broader crypto ambitions.

By combining Ethereum (ETH) staking strategies with an imminent token launch, World Liberty Financial is signalling its intent to compete at a higher level within the DeFi and digital asset space.

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Ethereum price forecast: ETH bull case remains intact despite strategic profit-taking

  • Ethereum price is at $3,640 amid some profit-taking deals.
  • Despite some whales selling, institutional interest remains high and demand is absorbing the dump.
  • Analysts say the ETH bull market remains intact.

Ethereum has retreated slightly from its highs of $3,856 as it dips nearly 4% in the past 24 hours amid some profit-taking moves.

But while the top altcoin changes hands at $3,640 at the time of writing, analysts maintain Ethereum is on a bullish course and that ETH still has room to explode.

ETH sees strategic profit taking

The $4,000 mark remains elusive for Ethereum in 2025, with the highs of $3,856 marking a key peak since the declines from $4,000 in December 2024.

It means Ethereum price has lagged as Bitcoin climbed to multiple new highs.

Selling pressure at current levels alludes to likely struggles in the short term, analysts at Glassnode have noted.

The outlook is down to the Cost Basis Distribution Heatmap of Ethereum, which Glassnode analysts say shows buyers are cashing out gains.

This strategic profit-taking is calculated towards securing profits after ETH posted strong upward moves these past weeks.

Sellers have included whales. Lookonchain shared on X that one whale has sold 8,000 ETH for over $30 million.

Ethereum price forecast: here’s why bull case remains intact

Despite the profit-taking, Glassnode highlights a fascinating scenario with equilibrium emerging.

Notably, data shows new demand is steadily absorbing the supply hitting the market, with selling pressure yet to overwhelm buyer interest.

It’s a resilient market structure for ETH that suggests pullback action is likely to dissipate as bulls take control.

While some whales sell, others have accumulated. Also, institutional holders like SharpLink Gaming have been aggressive.

The company has acquired a massive chunk of ETH in recent weeks.

Helping buyers is overall market sentiment that sees open interest in ETH futures soar to all-time highs. OI currently sits around $58 billion per Coinglass, which indicates interest is elevated.

Ethereum is also sporting gains amid staking explosion, spot ETF inflows and regulatory developments. The ETH spot ETF inflows for Ethereum reached 588,000 ETH last week – higher than recent peak.

Traders will eye potential corrections for buy opportunities, with consolidation in the near term allowing for a retest of key supply zone areas.

On the flipside, sellers may be encouraged by weakening on-balance volume and extended cashing out.

The $3,500 remains important and robust support may be around $3,000.

Yet, the RSI on the daily chart is not overextended as it hovers just below the overbought territory.

The MACD also still boasts a bullish case scenario. The $4,000 threshold is therefore one to watch.

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Ethereum price rises towards $3,900 as it mirrors a historic stock market rally

  • Ethereum price is nearing $3,900 as its bull run mirrors Dow’s 1980 bull pattern.
  • Target at $7,150 if ETH price breaks out of the current ascending pattern.
  • Ethereum has recorded $2.12B ETH inflows, signalling strong institutional demand.

Ethereum (ETH) is gaining attention as its price pushes closer to the $3,900 mark, fueled by technical patterns that echo a historic stock market rally.

Ethereum’s bullish momentum is drawing comparisons to the Dow Jones’ explosive run in the 1980s, as analysts suggest ETH may be entering the final phase of a long-term uptrend.

Ethereum follows a historic roadmap

According to market analyst Gert van Lagen, Ethereum is tracing a textbook expanding diagonal, also known as a broadening megaphone pattern, which is nearly identical to a bullish formation seen in the Dow Jones Industrial Average over four decades ago.

This technical setup has been in place since mid-2022 and has already powered a massive 245% rally from November 2022 to February 2024.

Now, Ethereum appears to be in the final stretch of this structure, setting the stage for a potential surge toward the upper boundary of the pattern near $8,000.

Van Lagen links this bullish structure to Elliott Wave Theory, identifying Ethereum’s current position as the fifth and final wave — a stage often described as the “blow-off top,” where prices can rise rapidly before a trend reversal.

Triangle breakout could unlock new highs for ETH price

Ethereum’s chart is also flashing another bullish signal in the form of an ascending triangle, which is typically a continuation pattern that forms ahead of significant upward moves.

The token is currently consolidating between $3,900 and $4,150, which analysts consider a critical resistance zone.

If Ethereum (ETH) manages to break through this level, the pattern’s measured move points to a potential target of $7,150 — an 80% increase from current prices.

This technical breakout could act as the first major confirmation that the final leg of Ethereum’s megaphone pattern is underway, offering swing traders and institutional players strong upside potential.

Institutional capital floods Ethereum

Adding fuel to the fire, Ethereum has just posted a record-breaking week for institutional inflows, with $2.12 billion pouring into ETH investment products according to Coinglass’ total Ethereum spot ETF net inflow data.

That figure nearly doubles the token’s previous weekly inflow high and reflects surging interest from hedge funds, asset managers, and ETF providers.

So far in 2025, Ethereum has attracted over $6.2 billion in capital, already surpassing its entire 2024 total.

Over the last 13 weeks, these inflows have accounted for 23% of Ethereum’s total assets under management — a powerful signal that institutions are increasing exposure.

Although Bitcoin still leads overall with $2.2 billion in inflows this week, Ethereum’s momentum stands out, especially as exchange-traded product (ETP) volume now makes up more than half of Bitcoin’s total trading volume.

This data suggests that institutions are not only accumulating ETH but may also be positioning it as a leading asset in the next phase of crypto adoption.

Macro tailwinds strengthen ETH price outlook

On the macro front, expected interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve and the recent approval of Ether-based ETFs are creating a favourable environment for Ethereum to thrive.

These developments could reduce downside risk and help sustain the current rally, especially if capital rotation from traditional assets into digital assets continues.

Investor confidence is also growing as Ethereum regains its long-term ascending trendline, further reinforcing the view that the current rally is technically healthy.

According to some projections, ETH may reach as high as $10,000 under the right conditions, particularly if institutional inflows accelerate.

In the short term, according to our earlier Ethereum price forecast, eyes are on the $4,150 resistance zone as the next key ETH price level.

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Ethereum price forecast as ETH dominance jumps to 11.5%

  • Ethereum price is near $3,800 amid fresh upside momentum.
  • Arthur Hayes targets $5k as QCP analysts point to ETH dominance jumping to 11.5%.
  • The broader altcoin market is largely bullish as Bitcoin consolidates after hitting a new all-time high.

Ethereum (ETH) has emerged as one of the altcoins to gain massive attention after surging from below $2,500 to $3,800 and now targeting the $4k level.

Amid price forecasts that see ETH bulls target further gains, Arthur Hayes, former BitMEX CEO, has wondered whether buyers can push to $5k this week.

Analysts at QCP are also bullish on Ethereum as the altcoin’s dominance jumps to above 11% as Bitcoin’s market share drops to 60%.

Ethereum price rises as bulls target more gains

As of writing, Ethereum price hovers around $3,773, slightly off intraday highs of $3,819 reached earlier in the day.

The price level puts Ethereum on track to break above $4,000 amid its latest strong uptrend. According to market data, ETH’s current price is up just 2% in the last 24 hours.

However, the top altcoin’s price is up 24% in the past week and more than 58% in the past month.

Lookonchain has shared data showing ETH whales have aggressively accumulated in the past week, with over $2.7 billion in Ethereum scooped.

Arthur Hayes noted:

ETH price prediction

The Ethereum price is in bullish momentum and has strengthened recovery for most coins, with the Ethereum price gaining amid a surge in its market dominance.

QCP analysts have identified this outlook for ETH and shared their optimistic predictions for the altcoin via X.

Notably, Ethereum is recording a surge in market share dominance as Bitcoin’s dominance slips from highs of 64% to 60%. Ethereum has climbed from 9.7% to 11.6%.

“Is altcoin season finally here? Altcoin season indexes have surged past 50 across major sources, the highest since December. $ETH perpetual open interest has spiked from under $18B to over $28B in a week, and this time it looks like institutions are leading the charge, not retail,” QCP posted.

Per their insights, the GENIUS Act and its signing into law on July 18, 2025, could be a “major catalyst.”

On the bill, the analysts noted:

“It introduces a clear regulatory framework for stablecoin issuance, spurring renewed interest in $ETH and other L1s that host stablecoins.”

In this case, many corporate treasuries are looking to tap into the opportunity with purchases of Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and Cardano. Profits from Bitcoin are going into Ethereum and other altcoins.

The rotation could accelerate Ethereum’s gains, particularly if the US Securities and Exchange Commission approves staked ETH exchange-traded funds.

According to QCP, the market has seen spot ETH ETF inflows outpace Bitcoin’s for two consecutive days. 

The combination of institutional inflows, regulatory clarity, and technical strength positions ETH for a significant breakout.

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