Bitcoin ETF Inflows Drop 80% as Market Cools Near All-Time High
TLDR: ETF inflows plunge 80% to $496M while volumes fall to $18.7B. Futures open interest holds strong at $45.6B with bullish bias. On-chain activity cools as active addresses drop to 708K. 96.9% of Bitcoin supply remains profitable despite market slowdown. Bitcoin just came off a record run. Now the market looks tired. ETF inflows collapsed, [...] The post Bitcoin ETF Inflows Drop 80% as Market Cools Near All-Time High appeared first on Blockonomi.
Twenty One Capital CEO Jack Mallers Says Bitcoin Price Will Continue to Rise Above $150,000
Bitcoin Magazine Twenty One Capital CEO Jack Mallers Says Bitcoin Price Will Continue to Rise Above $150,000 Appearing on Bloomberg Crypto, Jack Mallers announced Twenty One Capital's plans to acquire over 43,500 BTC, positioning the firm as the third-largest corporate Bitcoin holder behind Strategy and MARA. This post Twenty One Capital CEO Jack Mallers Says Bitcoin Price Will Continue to Rise Above $150,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Nik.
BitMine’s $1B repurchase plan favors shares over more ETH — for now
With its stock trading below net asset value, BitMine has chosen to focus on buybacks instead of further growing its ETH reserve.
Spark crypto price crashes despite surging staking inflows
Spark crypto price has undone the recent gains. It has crashed by over 57% from its highest point this month and is sitting at its lowest swing since July 22. Spark (SPK) token dropped to $0.08075, giving it a market…
Senator Lummis Bill forces federal agencies to confront crypto’s role in wealth building
Senator Lummis is dragging federal housing agencies into the 21st century with a bill that mandates crypto be recognized in mortgage approvals. The move challenges decades-old lending rules, potentially opening doors for young buyers, but critics warn it could destabilize…
RAKBANK To Launch In-App Brokerage To Trade Crypto In AED
RAKBANK (National Bank of Ras Al Khaimah), one of the UAE’s leading commercial banks, has announced plans to launch a new crypto brokerage service—shocking the industry and signaling a major step forward in the integration of traditional finance (TradFi) with the digital asset space. This bold move positions RAKBANK alongside a growing list of institutions […]
Samourai Wallet Co-Founders Poised to Flip Pleas: Report
Reports suggest a major twist is about to unfold in the Samourai Wallet case, with the co-founders expected to flip their pleas—hinting that the courtroom drama may be drawing to a close. At the heart of the case are Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, co-founders of the bitcoin ( BTC) mixing platform Samourai Wallet. […]
‘Largest’ volume skew for ETH confirms pivot to altcoins: Glassnode
Surging ETH and BNB activity, alongside shifting USDT flows, are all signals that traders are pivoting into altcoins.
Injective price pares gains after ETF-driven spike
Injective price was down nearly 5% in 24 hours as the cryptocurrency experienced slight sell-off pressure following a sharp surge amid exchange-traded funds news. The price of Injective (INJ) soared from lows of $14.48 to above $16.35. However, after giving…
eToro to Introduce Tokenized US Stocks and ETFs on Ethereum
On Tuesday, Trading platform eToro announced its plan at a global webinar, ‘eToro Unlocked: Trade Without Boundaries,’ to…
Viral memecoin to buy now: Fast-growing newcomer poised to overtake DOGE
Little Pepe is emerging fast, with analysts tipping it to outpace DOGE in utility and hype. #partnercontent
Twenty One to Add 5,800 Bitcoin Ahead of Listing, Holdings Top 43,500 BTC
Twenty One Capital Inc. expects to acquire approximately 5,800 additional bitcoins from Tether before closing its planned public listing, increasing its total holdings to over 43,500 BTC. Twenty One Bitcoin Holdings to Reach 43,500 BTC Pre-Listing with Tether Boost The Austin-based firm anticipates receiving the bitcoin (BTC) upon closing its business combination with special-purpose acquisition […]
180 Life Sciences bets $425m on Ethereum treasury in bid to become ETHZilla
Palo Alto’s 180 Life Sciences is making a radical pivot, ditching biotech for crypto. With a $425 million private placement backed by Ethereum’s elite, the soon-to-be ETHZilla aims to build the largest corporate ETH treasury, blending DeFi yield strategies with…
AI meets DeFi - Will it change how you earn, trade, and invest?
When you mix artificial intelligence with decentralized finance, you're no longer just talking theory. The blend is starting to solve real, nagging problems in DeFi, from its shaky security to how conThe post AI meets DeFi - Will it change how you earn, trade, and invest? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Bitcoin price gained 50% the last time its volatility fell this low
Traders are betting big on Bitcoin as calm markets and record-low volatility mask the bull’s intentions.
White House steps in to delay CFTC chair vote
A vote on prospective CFTC Chair Brian Quintenz was taken off the Senate Agriculture Committee’s agenda on Monday as the chamber heads into recess.
CryptoQuant explains why the Tron price is surging
Tron price continued its strong bull run this week, reaching its highest level since December last year. Tron (TRX) jumped to $0.3500, even as the crypto market pulled back. It was up by 75% from its lowest level this year.…
Tornado Cash, the Only Useful Ethereum Product Is About To Be Made Illegal
Bitcoin Magazine Tornado Cash, the Only Useful Ethereum Product Is About To Be Made Illegal The Tornado Cash trial of Roman Storm is taking place this week, a last stand of obsolete financial regulation. This post Tornado Cash, the Only Useful Ethereum Product Is About To Be Made Illegal first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Juan Galt.
Top 5 Toncoin Ecosystem Tokens Below 10M Market Cap To Watch In July 2025
The Toncoin ecosystem has been rapidly expanding, drawing attention for its unique integration with Telegram and its growing array of decentralized applications. Within this ecosystem, several promising tokens are flying under the radar, especially those with a market capitalization under $10 million. These lesser-known projects often offer high growth potential for early adopters and investors willing to explore beyond the mainstream. In this article, we highlight five standout tokens in the Toncoin ecosystem that are currently undervalued by the market. Also, show strong fundamentals and active development making them worth watching as the ecosystem matures. Note: This list is sorted The post Top 5 Toncoin Ecosystem Tokens Below 10M Market Cap To Watch In July 2025 appeared first on The Merkle News.
US Senator Pushes Bill to Include Crypto in Mortgage Eligibility
A groundbreaking bill forces federal mortgage giants to recognize digital assets in loan decisions, unlocking homeownership for crypto holders without requiring conversion to cash. New Bill From Senator Lummis Puts Crypto Into US Housing Finance Equation U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) unveiled the 21st Century Mortgage Act on July 29, aiming to modernize federal mortgage […]
Ethereum Institutional Interest Grows After BTCS Inc.’s Massive Purchase Of 14,240 ETH
Ethereum’s recent upside price performance is attracting significant interest from major investors in the cryptocurrency and financial sectors, particularly at the institutional level. Multiple big companies have been spotted acquiring the leading altcoin in huge chunks for the purpose of owning an ETH treasury reserve. BTCS Inc. Scoops Up Another 14,240 Ethereum In a bold […]
TRON mints $1B USDT after Nasdaq debut: Will this translate to gains?
Key Takeaways Tron has minted an additional $1 billion in Tether [USDT], just days after its Nasdaq debut and SEC filing for a $1B hybrid securities offering. Tron [TRX] has just minted an aThe post TRON mints $1B USDT after Nasdaq debut: Will this translate to gains? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
BlackRock: Stablecoins Reinforce Long-Term Case for Bitcoin
The asset management behemoth is convinced that stablecoins actually reinforce the long-term case for the leading cryptocurrency
Down 99%, biotech firm 180 Life Sciences pivots to crypto with ETH bet
The Nasdaq-listed biotechnology firm is raising $425 million for its ETH strategy, joining a parade of penny stocks investing in cryptocurrencies as their business flounders.
Dow Jones down on weak earnings, Trump’s DOJ threatens tariff evaders
U.S. stock indices fell as key earnings failed to impress investors.
Altcoin rally led by ETH, BNB, AVAX, PENGU likely if Bitcoin range break occurs
Cardano holds bullish retest, why price can rally to $1.19
Cardano is retesting a major structural level with strong volume backing. If this point of control holds, Cardano could be on track for a rally toward the $1.19 high-timeframe resistance. Cardano (ADA) is currently in the process of confirming a…
eToro to launch tokenized US equities on Ethereum
eToro's tokenization of US equities on Ethereum could revolutionize global trading, enhancing accessibility and integrating with DeFi systems. The post eToro to launch tokenized US equities on Ethereum appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Hyperliquid Fixes Trading Outage after Technical Disruption
Some users of the decentralized exchange (DEX), Hyperliquid, have experienced a glitch on the platform, which was blocking…
Breaking down Conflux’s 41% rally: Can THIS lead CFX to $0.60?
Key Takeaways Conflux price tested the weekly 200EMA at $0.1854 and closed above it. A flip of $0.25 zone would see the price hit $0.60 if CFX sustains this momentum. Conflux Network [CFX]The post Breaking down Conflux’s 41% rally: Can THIS lead CFX to $0.60? appeared first on AMBCrypto.
Dormant Bitcoin Wallets Continue to Come Alive: Another 770 BTC Moved in 6 Mysterious Transfers
Bitcoin’s early adopters are stirring again—this time, moving 770 BTC valued at just over $90 million. The dormant stash was split into six separate transfers over the last two days, marking the first activity from these vintage wallets in years. 6 Transfers, Zero Shockwaves: Sleeping Bitcoin Awakenings Barely Moves Market Price Bitcoin’s deep-pocketed old-timers aren’t […]
Pepeto vs Pepe vs Little PEPE as Presale Pushes Pepeto Toward The Next x100 Meme Coin In This Bull Run
PEPE, PEPETO, Little Pepe: the frog battle The hottest meme coin of 2025 has just taken the lead. Pepe had its moment, Little Pepe is chasing trends, but Pepeto is built to win. Pepe exploded in 2023 on pure meme hype, but with a massive market cap, its growth is now limited. Little Pepe brings a Layer 2 [...] The post Pepeto vs Pepe vs Little PEPE as Presale Pushes Pepeto Toward The Next x100 Meme Coin In This Bull Run appeared first on Blockonomi.
How traders are using Delta Exchange’s trackers to simplify crypto moves
Delta Exchange trackers give traders quick and simple BTC exposure with lower fees and no leverage complexity. The post How traders are using Delta Exchange’s trackers to simplify crypto moves appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
Nasdaq-listed Mill City Ventures earmarks $441M toward Sui treasury
Mill City Ventures has become the first public company to invest in a Sui treasury after a $450 million raise, betting on blockchain’s AI and DeFi capabilities.
BitMine tanks 27% despite touting ETH’s implied value at $60K
David Grider, a partner at venture capital firm Finality Capital, said he thinks the Ether treasury company boom should bode well for the long-term price and inflows of the token.
SharpLink’s Joe Lubin wants to buy ETH faster than any other firm
SharpLink Gaming is currently the second-largest Ethereum treasury firm after BitMine Immersion Technologies.
Bakkt sells loyalty business to focus on being ‘pure-play crypto’
Bakkt Holdings says it has agreed to sell its loyalty services business in its bid to focus purely on its crypto offerings.
Google search volume for stablecoins hit peak amid ‘parabolic’ growth
Stablecoin searches reached an all-time high on Google as market cap topped a record $270 billion following passage of the GENIUS Act.
US seeks to claim $2.4M in Bitcoin seized from ransomware group
The US is seeking the forfeiture of 20.2 BTC seized by the Dallas FBI from the Chaos ransomware group, adding to the country’s proposed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
How to use cryptocurrency to buy a home in Dubai (legally and safely)
Dubai now enables crypto property deals under clear VARA rules, with major developers like Damac and Emaar accepting BTC, ETH and stablecoins.
Owning a full Bitcoin in 2025 — just how rare is it?
Fewer than 1 million people on Earth hold a full Bitcoin. That’s less than 0.02% of the global population and even fewer in crypto.
ARK Invest adds $20M in BitMine, trims Coinbase, Block, Robinhood holdings
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest adds $20 million in BitMine shares while scaling back exposure to Coinbase, Block and Robinhood amid its crypto portfolio reshuffle.
Bitcoin price shrugs off potential new $450M Galaxy Digital BTC sale
Bitcoin seemed unfazed at new transactions from Galaxy Digital, with “most” of the BTC ending up in exchange accounts.
Cboe files to list staked Injective ETF from Canary Capital
The Cboe has filed to list Canary Capital’s staked Injective ETF, potentially making it the third staked crypto ETF following Solana and Ether.
Bubblemaps flags ‘Rugproof’ launchpad over alleged rug pull risk
Blockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps flagged Rugproof for suspicious token activity, alleging a deceptive launch structure mimicking a rug pull setup.
Rakbank becomes the first UAE bank to offer crypto trading for retail
Rakbank became the first traditional bank in the UAE to enable crypto trading for retail users through its mobile app, powered by Bitpanda.
Bitmain to open first US-based ASIC chip factory: Bloomberg
Leading Bitcoin mining ASIC manufacturer Bitmain is set to open its first US-based production facility by early 2026 amid a broader industry shift to the US.
Linea airdrop: 85% to users, builders as L2 seeks Ethereum alignment
Declan Fox, global product lead for Linea, said there is no exact date for the token generation event yet, but details will be shared a week before.
Hong Kong finalizes stablecoin rules, launches public registry
The HKMA completed stablecoin regulations set to take effect Aug. 1, warning no licenses have been issued and urging caution against hype and scams.
China’s JD.com registers ‘Jcoin’ ahead of Hong Kong stablecoin regime
China’s JD.com announced plans for a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin last summer and is now expected to be among the first issuers under HKMA’s stablecoin regime.
Former SEC official joins Veda as General Counsel amid DeFi expansion
Veda protocol has appointed former SEC senior counsel TuongVy Le as general counsel, weeks after securing $18 million in venture capital funding.
Corporations have acquired 1% of Ether supply: Standard Chartered
Corporations have accumulated 1% of all Ether since June, with Standard Chartered forecasting 10% ownership as institutional appetite for ETH continues to grow.
How to use Google Gemini for smarter crypto trading
Google Gemini Flash 2.5 can streamline research, spot patterns, analyze sentiment and refine your crypto trading strategies. Just remember: AI assists, but you’re still the one making the call.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
IONOS’ InternetX plans to tokenize 22M domains through Doma Protocol
InternetX partners with D3’s Doma Protocol to tokenize 22 million domains, aiming to bring traditional web domains into the Web3 ecosystem.
SuperRare $730,000 exploit was easily preventable — Experts weigh in
A critical access control bug in SuperRare’s staking contract — easily detectable by unit tests or even ChatGPT — allowed an attacker to steal $731,000 in RARE tokens.
Why is India investigating Binance and WazirX over crypto loopholes?
Binance and WazirX face scrutiny as India investigates cross-border wallet flows and security risks. Globally, investigative agencies have been acting against illicit crypto funding.
The GENIUS Act passed and DePIN should be next
The next frontier for crypto innovation is clear: Decentralized physical infrastructure networks need a tailored legal framework to unlock their full potential. It’s time for lawmakers to provide regulatory clarity for DePIN.
Pyth Network brings Hong Kong stock prices onchain for global access
Pyth Network has launched live, onchain price feeds for 85 major Hong Kong stocks, removing access barriers and enabling real-time financial data integration.
Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to hit new highs
Bitcoin needs to regain momentum with higher trading volumes for BTC to clear the next big hurdle at $120,000 and reenter price discovery.
Bitcoin slides below $117.5K amid warnings further BTC price drops next
BTC price action turns weaker after the Wall Street open, with Bitcoin market participants bracing for lower levels despite bullish US macro data.
Twenty One Capital’s Bitcoin stash is bigger than initially expected
Backed by Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether and SoftBank, Twenty One Capital now holds over 43,500 BTC, surpassing early projections, according to Bloomberg.
Ethereum ‘ready to explode’ as ETH price reclaims $3.8K, analysts say
ETH continues to show strength with record open interest and high network activity as bulls expect an upside breakout soon.
eToro to launch tokenized U.S. stocks on Ethereum
eToro has announced an expansion of its product offering with the launch of tokenized stocks of U.S.-listed companies on the Ethereum blockchain. The trading and investing platform revealed this as part of its raft of new offerings, with the company…
Wall Street Veteran Reconfirmed Bitcoin Price To Hit $444,000
Bitcoin Magazine Wall Street Veteran Reconfirmed Bitcoin Price To Hit $444,000 Former Wall Street trader Josh Mandell doubles down on his bold Bitcoin price prediction as institutional adoption accelerates. This post Wall Street Veteran Reconfirmed Bitcoin Price To Hit $444,000 first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Vivek Sen.
RedStone Atom seeks to rewire DeFi’s broken liquidation game
For years, DeFi lending protocols lost millions to MEV bots and sluggish oracle updates. RedStone Atom is keen to flip that switch by enabling real-time liquidations and recapturing value that once vanished into validator mempools. The result could translate to…
This Week In Bitcoin: 4 Things To Keep An Eye On That Could Impact Price
As Bitcoin (BTC) continues to trade in a volatile yet increasingly bullish market, a crypto analyst points to key developments that could drive a breakout past $130,000. From macroeconomic shifts to major technical breakouts and unexpected geopolitical tailwinds, the analyst outlines four critical factors to watch this week that could significantly impact BTC’s price action. […]
Bitcoin Flat as Markets Await Fed Decision
The U.S. Federal Reserve is currently conducting its two-day meeting to determine the direction of the country’s interest rates. BTC Holds Steady Ahead of Critical Fed Interest Rate Decision Most experts are predicting the Fed will hold rates at the 4.25-4.50% level when central bank Chairman Jerome Powell emerges from the two-day Federal Open Market […]
Twitter User Claims TradingView Has Ignored a Fibonacci Retracement Bug for 5 Years
Popular chart analysis service TradingView contains a bug in the Fibonacci retracement technical analysis tool.
Nasdaq-listed Mill City Ventures earmarks $441M toward Sui treasury
Mill City Ventures has become the first public company to invest in a Sui treasury after a $450 million raise, betting on blockchain’s AI and DeFi capabilities.
BitMine tanks 27% despite touting ETH’s implied value at $60K
David Grider, a partner at venture capital firm Finality Capital, said he thinks the Ether treasury company boom should bode well for the long-term price and inflows of the token.
SharpLink’s Joe Lubin wants to buy ETH faster than any other firm
SharpLink Gaming is currently the second-largest Ethereum treasury firm after BitMine Immersion Technologies.
Bakkt sells loyalty business to focus on being ‘pure-play crypto’
Bakkt Holdings says it has agreed to sell its loyalty services business in its bid to focus purely on its crypto offerings.
Google search volume for stablecoins hit peak amid ‘parabolic’ growth
Stablecoin searches reached an all-time high on Google as market cap topped a record $270 billion following passage of the GENIUS Act.
US seeks to claim $2.4M in Bitcoin seized from ransomware group
The US is seeking the forfeiture of 20.2 BTC seized by the Dallas FBI from the Chaos ransomware group, adding to the country’s proposed Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
How to use cryptocurrency to buy a home in Dubai (legally and safely)
Dubai now enables crypto property deals under clear VARA rules, with major developers like Damac and Emaar accepting BTC, ETH and stablecoins.
Owning a full Bitcoin in 2025 — just how rare is it?
Fewer than 1 million people on Earth hold a full Bitcoin. That’s less than 0.02% of the global population and even fewer in crypto.
ARK Invest adds $20M in BitMine, trims Coinbase, Block, Robinhood holdings
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest adds $20 million in BitMine shares while scaling back exposure to Coinbase, Block and Robinhood amid its crypto portfolio reshuffle.
Bitcoin price shrugs off potential new $450M Galaxy Digital BTC sale
Bitcoin seemed unfazed at new transactions from Galaxy Digital, with “most” of the BTC ending up in exchange accounts.
Cboe files to list staked Injective ETF from Canary Capital
The Cboe has filed to list Canary Capital’s staked Injective ETF, potentially making it the third staked crypto ETF following Solana and Ether.
Bubblemaps flags ‘Rugproof’ launchpad over alleged rug pull risk
Blockchain analytics firm Bubblemaps flagged Rugproof for suspicious token activity, alleging a deceptive launch structure mimicking a rug pull setup.
Rakbank becomes the first UAE bank to offer crypto trading for retail
Rakbank became the first traditional bank in the UAE to enable crypto trading for retail users through its mobile app, powered by Bitpanda.
Bitmain to open first US-based ASIC chip factory: Bloomberg
Leading Bitcoin mining ASIC manufacturer Bitmain is set to open its first US-based production facility by early 2026 amid a broader industry shift to the US.
Linea airdrop: 85% to users, builders as L2 seeks Ethereum alignment
Declan Fox, global product lead for Linea, said there is no exact date for the token generation event yet, but details will be shared a week before.
Hong Kong finalizes stablecoin rules, launches public registry
The HKMA completed stablecoin regulations set to take effect Aug. 1, warning no licenses have been issued and urging caution against hype and scams.
China’s JD.com registers ‘Jcoin’ ahead of Hong Kong stablecoin regime
China’s JD.com announced plans for a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin last summer and is now expected to be among the first issuers under HKMA’s stablecoin regime.
Former SEC official joins Veda as General Counsel amid DeFi expansion
Veda protocol has appointed former SEC senior counsel TuongVy Le as general counsel, weeks after securing $18 million in venture capital funding.
Corporations have acquired 1% of Ether supply: Standard Chartered
Corporations have accumulated 1% of all Ether since June, with Standard Chartered forecasting 10% ownership as institutional appetite for ETH continues to grow.
How to use Google Gemini for smarter crypto trading
Google Gemini Flash 2.5 can streamline research, spot patterns, analyze sentiment and refine your crypto trading strategies. Just remember: AI assists, but you’re still the one making the call.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
IONOS’ InternetX plans to tokenize 22M domains through Doma Protocol
InternetX partners with D3’s Doma Protocol to tokenize 22 million domains, aiming to bring traditional web domains into the Web3 ecosystem.
SuperRare $730,000 exploit was easily preventable — Experts weigh in
A critical access control bug in SuperRare’s staking contract — easily detectable by unit tests or even ChatGPT — allowed an attacker to steal $731,000 in RARE tokens.
Why is India investigating Binance and WazirX over crypto loopholes?
Binance and WazirX face scrutiny as India investigates cross-border wallet flows and security risks. Globally, investigative agencies have been acting against illicit crypto funding.
The GENIUS Act passed and DePIN should be next
The next frontier for crypto innovation is clear: Decentralized physical infrastructure networks need a tailored legal framework to unlock their full potential. It’s time for lawmakers to provide regulatory clarity for DePIN.
Pyth Network brings Hong Kong stock prices onchain for global access
Pyth Network has launched live, onchain price feeds for 85 major Hong Kong stocks, removing access barriers and enabling real-time financial data integration.
Bitcoin analysts say this must happen for BTC price to hit new highs
Bitcoin needs to regain momentum with higher trading volumes for BTC to clear the next big hurdle at $120,000 and reenter price discovery.
Bitcoin slides below $117.5K amid warnings further BTC price drops next
BTC price action turns weaker after the Wall Street open, with Bitcoin market participants bracing for lower levels despite bullish US macro data.
Twenty One Capital’s Bitcoin stash is bigger than initially expected
Backed by Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether and SoftBank, Twenty One Capital now holds over 43,500 BTC, surpassing early projections, according to Bloomberg.
Ethereum ‘ready to explode’ as ETH price reclaims $3.8K, analysts say
ETH continues to show strength with record open interest and high network activity as bulls expect an upside breakout soon.
Binance Coin Reverses Gains, Key BNB Price Levels to Watch
Binance Coin in cooloff mode after epic profit-taking following its ATH breakout