Down, down, down
One of those days when the "official" frontend is down.
The wallet page errs too.
Good that decentralization exists, thanks moecki for the great alternative!
https://steemit.moecki.online/@lifetrail/posts
Now, let's delve into the latest crypto news.
Ripple CTO Emeritus Hints He Is Still Deeply Involved With XRP
https://u.today/ripple-cto-emeritus-hints-he-is-still-deeply-involved-with-xrp
Ripple CTO emeritus quietly shuts down XRP retirement speculation.
XRP Ledger Rolls Out Major Upgrade to Fix Manifest Flood Issue
https://u.today/xrp-ledger-rolls-out-major-upgrade-to-fix-manifest-flood-issue
XRP Ledger developers have finally released Version 3.2.1 to fix a manifest flood that affected nodes on Friday.
SHIB Community Marks Shiba Inu's 6th Birthday: What's Ahead?
https://u.today/shib-community-marks-shiba-inus-6th-birthday-whats-ahead
Shiba Inu marks six years, SHIB community celebrates its journey so far.
Ripple Announcement Scam Flagged by XRPL Foundation Director, Issues Warning
https://u.today/ripple-announcement-scam-flagged-by-xrpl-foundation-director-issues-warning
XRP community faces new scam with fake Ripple announcement pointed out.
Four Years of Red: Why XRP Finally Has Bull Chance This August
https://u.today/four-years-of-red-why-xrp-finally-has-bull-chance-this-august
XRP held $1.06 at July close, setting up a decisive Q3 battle to snap its four-year streak of August losses.
-2.3 Billion SHIB Burned in 24 Hours as Shiba Inu Enters Smooth Acceleration Period
https://u.today/23-billion-shib-burned-in-24-hours-as-shiba-inu-enters-smooth-acceleration-period
As Shiba Inu netflow calms down, the possibility of a proper recovery rises substantially.
Dogecoin (DOGE), Zcash (ZEC), Cardano (ADA) and Solana (SOL) Price Analysis For August 1: Outsiders Enter the Stage
https://u.today/dogecoin-doge-zcash-zec-cardano-ada-and-solana-sol-price-analysis-for-august-1-outsiders-enter-the
The market's price performance is far from perfect and unfortunately that dynamic is most likely going to prevail.
Democrats Hate Crypto More Than Oil Companies and Data Centers, Poll Shows
https://u.today/democrats-hate-crypto-more-than-oil-companies-and-data-centers-poll-shows
A newly surfaced poll circulated among Senate Democrats shows that 84% of Democratic primary voters view crypto-backed candidates unfavorably.
Japanese Giant SBI Weighs In on XRP Price
https://u.today/japanese-giant-sbi-weighs-in-on-xrp-price
SBI Holdings claims that the token appears to be "waiting" for the outcome of the long-delayed U.S. CLARITY Act.
How Ripple Plans to Re-Engineer XRP: Top Exec Breaks Down 5 Key Incoming Amendments
https://u.today/how-ripple-plans-to-re-engineer-xrp-top-exec-breaks-down-5-key-incoming-amendments
Ripple Product Lead Jazzi Cooper unveils 5 game-changing amendments for XRP.
24.38 Million Shiba Inu Gone Amid 3,607% Surge in Burn Rate
https://u.today/2438-million-shiba-inu-gone-amid-3607-surge-in-burn-rate
Shiba Inu continues sending multi-million SHIB tokens out of circulation as its burn activity becomes increasingly aggressive over the week.
Former Barclays CEO Urges Wall Street to Back Key Crypto Bill
https://u.today/former-barclays-ceo-urges-wall-street-to-back-key-crypto-bill
Former Barclays CEO Bob Diamond has backed the long-awaited Clarity Act, arguing that the landmark crypto bill would ultimately strengthen the banking sector.
Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson Joins Elite Lineup for Major Blockchain Event
https://u.today/cardano-founder-charles-hoskinson-joins-elite-lineup-for-major-blockchain-event
Cardano founder set for major blockchain stage with crypto community watching closely.
Circle Catches Up With Ripple, Secures New York Trust Charter for USDC Stablecoin
https://u.today/circle-catches-up-with-ripple-secures-new-york-trust-charter-for-usdc-stablecoin
Circle scores a major New York trust charter for USDC, matching Ripple’s compliance edge, but CRCL stock faces an unexpected intraday slide.
11% Up? Shiba Inu (SHIB) Surprise Rally Could End 2-Month Losing Streak
https://u.today/11-up-shiba-inu-shib-surprise-rally-could-end-2-month-losing-streak
Shiba Inu eyes best monthly finish since late 2024 following price surge.
Bitcoin's Worst Month Is About to Start, Price History Predicts
https://u.today/bitcoins-worst-month-is-about-to-start-price-history-predicts
Bitcoin ends July up 10% but faces an imminent August crash as historic tendencies predict a harsh reality check.
XRP Ledger Prints New Peak: 200,000 Users Threshold Is Near
https://u.today/xrp-ledger-prints-new-peak-200000-users-threshold-is-near
XRP is printing a new peak that might become the key push needed for the underlying assets to move up.
BlackRock Extends Bitcoin Buy With Another $183 Million
https://u.today/blackrock-extends-bitcoin-buy-with-another-183-million
BlackRock has made another Bitcoin purchase after taking a temporary pause on its frequent buying activity as ETF demand appears to be returning.
RLUSD's Next Big Move? Google and Mastercard Integration Fuel AI Payments
https://u.today/rlusds-next-big-move-google-and-mastercard-integration-fuel-ai-payments
Ripple USD (RLUSD) stablecoin momentum accelerates with AI agent payments.
Binance Coin (BNB) Adds 65% in Volume: Is Binance Gaining Traction?
https://u.today/binance-coin-bnb-adds-65-in-volume-is-binance-gaining-traction
Binance Coin witnessing substantial rise of retail support, but it might not be enough.
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"Success isn't always about greatness. It's about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come."
By Dwayne Johnson
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"Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved."
By Helen Keller
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"Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all."
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