Cardano, Doge Lead Altcoin Rally, Strategy's BTC Acquisition, Dubai's RE Tokenization and more (Crypto News 05.26.25)
- Kip Karani
- May 26
- 3 min read
Latest News
Bitcoin Surges Past $110K Amid Market Optimism
Bitcoin (BTC) has rebounded, trading above $110,000 after a weekend dip. The price increase is attributed to President Donald Trump's decision to delay EU tariffs, boosting investor confidence. But that’s not all that’s fueling Bitcoin’s recent upswing.
A crisis in Japan’s bond market—driven by fears over sovereign debt sustainability—has caused a flight to safety among investors. With confidence in traditional financial instruments wavering, Bitcoin is once again being eyed as a "digital gold" hedge against economic instability. As liquidity shifts toward decentralized stores of value, BTC’s momentum could continue building toward a new all-time high if macroeconomic uncertainty persists.
Ethereum Eyes $2,800 as Institutional Interest Grows
Ethereum (ETH) has surpassed $2,550, with bulls targeting the $2,800 mark. The surge is driven by strong demand zones and institutional confidence, despite broader macroeconomic uncertainties.
Unlike Bitcoin’s broader macro narrative, Ethereum’s rise appears rooted in on-chain fundamentals and developer activity, which remain strong. The recent launch of new staking incentives and Layer-2 scaling upgrades has added to the platform’s appeal. Market watchers note that if Ethereum maintains momentum, it could soon retest the highs seen during the 2021 bull run, particularly if ETH spot ETFs are approved later this year.
Dogecoin and Cardano Lead Altcoin Rally
In the altcoin sector, Dogecoin (DOGE) and Cardano (ADA) are emerging as standout performers, with double-digit gains over the last 48 hours. DOGE’s rally is being fueled by significant whale accumulation, a sign that deep-pocketed investors are quietly loading up. This could hint at a longer-term strategy, possibly linked to broader adoption narratives or speculative positioning ahead of a new meme cycle.
Cardano, meanwhile, is gaining ground thanks to strong community support and growing smart contract activity on its network. With over 1,000 decentralized apps (dApps) now building on Cardano, the network is beginning to shed its image as a slow-moving project and is instead being recognized for its academic rigor and technical scalability.
Strategy Acquires Additional 4,020 BTC
Strategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has purchased an additional 4,020 BTC for $427 million, bringing its total holdings to over 580,000 BTC. The purchase was funded through three at-the-market (ATM) equity programs, a method that allows companies to raise capital gradually by selling shares at prevailing market prices. Strategy's aggressive accumulation strategy sends a clear signal to both institutional and retail investors: Bitcoin is not just a store of value, but a key component of corporate treasury diversification in the digital age.
Dubai Launches Real Estate Tokenization on XRP Ledger
In a groundbreaking move for real-world asset integration, the Dubai Land Department has launched a platform that enables the tokenization of real estate ownership on the XRP Ledger. The project allows investors to purchase fractional ownership in property, streamlining the typically complex and paperwork-heavy process of buying real estate.
Part of a $16 billion digital transformation initiative, this platform uses blockchain to issue digital title deeds, which can be traded or held securely. It marks a major shift toward blockchain-based real estate transactions, with Dubai continuing its role as a global leader in crypto adoption and regulatory clarity. The choice of XRP Ledger—known for its fast and low-cost transactions—also highlights the growing utility of Layer-1 networks in enterprise-level applications.
Crypto ETPs See Record Inflows Amid Economic Concerns
Crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) recorded a massive $3.3 billion in net inflows last week, bringing the year-to-date total to $10.8 billion, a record high. These instruments, which include ETFs and other publicly traded crypto investment vehicles, are growing in popularity among both institutional and retail investors.
What’s driving the surge? Mounting economic concerns in the U.S., including fears of stagflation, declining consumer sentiment, and rising treasury yields. As traditional financial markets become increasingly volatile, investors are turning to crypto as a diversification hedge, especially now that regulated ETPs offer exposure with reduced custody and compliance risks.
