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The crypto market is undergoing a structural adjustment, shifting from fragmented consumer narratives to rational regulation. With the establishment of bankruptcy protections and regulatory frameworks, low-quality projects are exiting, and institutional funds will focus on mainstream assets and valuable DeFi projects. Stablecoins, real-world asset tokenization, and other areas will become the main development directions in the future, while institutional investment strategies will become more concentrated, emphasizing selective opportunities and risk control.

Bitwise has submitted a spot SUI ETF fund application to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, marking an increase in institutional recognition of crypto assets and providing a convenient and secure investment channel for ordinary investors. If approved, it will promote the integration of traditional finance and decentralized assets. Although facing SEC review challenges, this move could change the industry landscape, drive the emergence of more ETFs for smart contract platforms, and accelerate the inclusion of crypto assets into mainstream investment portfolios.

In 2025, the cryptocurrency industry underwent a fundamental transformation. From Beijing to Washington, from Hong Kong to Brussels, governments and financial institutions around the world no longer view digital assets as marginal speculative products but instead began to regulate, incorporate, and control them as they do traditional financial infrastructure. The completion of Hong Kong's virtual currency regulatory framework is a significant reflection of this global trend—when the most important financial centers in the Asia-Pacific region start issuing licenses and clarifying legal status for virtual assets, cryptocurrencies are no longer in legal gray areas but are entering a new era of institutionalization and legalization.
From a technological perspective, Bitcoin and Ethereum have undergone upgrades and scalability improvements; from a financial perspective, stablecoins and tokenized government bonds have become part of the settlement track; from a policy perspective, major jurisdictions such as the US, the EU, and Hong Kong have completed their first federal or regional regulatory frameworks. This is not only progress in regulation but also a solidification of infrastructure.

Waymo is developing an in-car AI assistant based on Google Gemini, aimed at enhancing the passenger experience in autonomous taxis. This assistant focuses on safety and comfort, capable of controlling functions such as temperature and lighting, while excluding certain operations to prevent compromising passenger safety. Unlike Grok, Waymo's assistant is more focused on quickly providing information rather than engaging in in-depth conversations. This move demonstrates Waymo's integration of AI technology into its overall autonomous vehicle strategy, with the goal of boosting market competitiveness.

The weekend's sharp fluctuations in the futures market led to the forced liquidation of nearly $1 billion in long positions, mainly affecting mainstream cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Bitcoin, with highly unbalanced liquidation characteristics. Insufficient liquidity has intensified market reactions, and the future market trend will depend on the speed of leverage rebuilding.

Currently, there is a deep division within the Republican Party, with many former key figures marginalized and losing influence due to Trump's dominance. Anti-Trump factions face confusion about their identity and political prospects; some choose to switch to the Democratic Party, while others hope to return to traditional conservatism in the future. This split reflects the inevitable changes within the party under strong leadership.

Although China's per capita GDP surpassed $10,000 in 2019, the forecast for 2026 was not realized and was instead surpassed by countries like Turkey and Russia. Analysis indicates that this phenomenon stems from abnormalities in the international financial system, where certain countries artificially inflate nominal GDP through high inflation and exchange rate manipulation. China, on the other hand, adheres to prudent economic policies, and its relative advantage will become even more prominent in the future.

In recent years, the price of Shiba Inu (SHIB) has experienced significant fluctuations, with over 90% retracements. The low market is seen as an investment opportunity, and holders can build positions gradually. Successful investors need to rationally assess the timing of entry and develop exit plans. However, investing still involves high risks, and strategies should be adjusted according to individual capabilities.

In a bear market, although most investors are on the sidelines, the MERL/USDT technical analysis shows a rebound signal. The oversold RSI indicates a short-term rebound opportunity, and it is recommended to build positions precisely and set reasonable stop-losses to control risk. However, caution should be exercised regarding market divergence, assessing the authenticity of the rebound, and adopting a phased position-building strategy to enhance trading safety.

The Shanghai upgrade of Ethereum in April 2023 introduced the withdrawal feature for staked ETH, addressing the issue of long-term lock-up of staked funds. This upgrade enhanced the flexibility of the proof-of-stake mechanism, increased market liquidity, encouraged more user participation, and promoted the diversification of the Ethereum ecosystem. Although the market was concerned that a sell-off might impact prices, the actual reaction was minimal, and it instead boosted long-term confidence in ETH participation and network security.

Recently, the cryptocurrency trading market has experienced intense volatility, with over 67,000 short position investors liquidated, losing a total of $66.6195 million, of which more than 60% were short position accounts. The Hyperliquid platform also saw a single largest liquidation of $893,600, indicating an imbalance between bullish and bearish forces in the market and an increase in high leverage risks.

The Central Bank of Russia recently acknowledged the contribution of Bitcoin mining to the stability of the national currency, reflecting a significant policy shift. As Western sanctions intensify, Russia is reevaluating the economic value of mining, believing it can support the ruble exchange rate. Currently, the government is planning to legalize mining operations and strengthen regulation of cryptocurrency trading, integrating it into the formal economy.