Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are experiencing a downturn, primarily driven by concerns over rising inflation in the United States.
However, anticipation for a market rebound has been linked to the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20.
Although many expected Trump’s return to power to boost Bitcoin and altcoin prices, a recent meeting between Trump and Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse added an unexpected twist. Garlinghouse revealed that he, alongside Ripple’s legal counsel Stuart Alderoty, dined with Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate. This gathering has been seen as a positive signal for Ripple and the broader crypto market as 2025 approaches, especially given the shifting regulatory landscape in the U.S.
The dinner was viewed by experts as a sign of Ripple’s growing influence, further sparking optimism in the cryptocurrency sector for the year ahead. Garlinghouse himself expressed enthusiasm about the meeting, calling it “a wonderful dinner” and a “strong start to 2025.”
Although details of the discussion remain unclear, it is believed that topics such as XRP and the broader cryptocurrency industry were on the table. This has fueled speculation that a spot XRP ETF could be approved sometime in 2025. This dinner marked Trump’s final engagement with crypto leaders following his re-election on November 5, with other notable meetings including those with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and Crypto.com CEO Kris Marszalek.
Nvidia’s recent market retreat hasn’t shaken analysts’ confidence in the stock’s long-term potential. Despite a dip to $135.13 at the close of the last session, chart watchers say a powerful setup could send NVDA soaring toward the $200 mark in the coming months.
The team behind Pi Network is diving into the gaming industry with the release of FruityPi, a new application designed to highlight the practical use of its ecosystem tools, including the Pi cryptocurrency, wallet, and ad services.
The FTX Recovery Trust has initiated a new $5 billion round of reimbursements, starting May 30, for creditors who completed the necessary steps.
As Nvidia’s stock continues its upward surge, company executives are preparing to cash in. CEO Jensen Huang is expected to sell up to $800 million worth of shares under a trading plan adopted earlier this year, marking his first such sale of 2025.