GateUser-d76e02b9

Approximately 14% of Americans own Bitcoin, surpassing gold ownership. The US holds 40% of Bitcoin supply, leading globally in various Bitcoin ownership categories. US government holds 19.8k BTC, topping governments in Bitcoin holdings. US corporations own 95% of global Bitcoin corporate holdings.

World Network, a human verification platform, raised 20 billion yen through selling tokens to a16z and Bain Capital Crypto, aiming to accelerate its expansion in the US and globally. The platform utilizes biometric authentication and AI technology to verify human identities, with over 26 million users currently. The company plans to expand its operations in several US cities and reward users with WLD tokens for proving their identity in digital spaces through biometric scans.

Launch of the VanEck PurposeBuilt Fund
Asset management giant VanEck announced on the 21st that it will launch the "VanEck PurposeBuilt Fund," which will invest in projects built on the Avalanche (AVAX) ecosystem. Following this news, AVAX rose by 4.3% compared to the previous day.
It is a private fund that invests in companies issuing tokens that generate long-term value based on Avalanche, and it is scheduled to launch in June.
The fund will primarily invest in highly liquid tokens and projects promoted by venture capital before and after token generation events.

BTCS Inc., a virtual currency-related company, recently purchased 3,450 Ethereum (ETH) for $842 million, with plans to increase its ETH holdings strategically for long-term value creation through staking and blockchain operations.

Solana Mobile announced the release date of the second-generation Solana smartphone "Seeker" for August 4, 2025. It will feature the SKR native token and decentralized infrastructure TEEPIN to enhance the user experience and ecosystem.

Bitcoin's market cap surpasses Amazon's, ranking fifth globally. Strong institutional interest, reflected in ETFs like BlackRock's IBIT, has fueled Bitcoin's rise.

Significant decrease in selling pressure as inflow to major cryptocurrency exchanges drops. USDT reserves at all-time high, improving market liquidity. Decreased ETH and XRP inflows indicate reduced investor selling interest. BTC maintains despite near all-time high. USDT inflows rising, supporting market liquidity and overall market cap.

Bitcoin reached an all-time high on May 22 due to positive legislative developments in Texas. Market sentiment remains neutral despite the record high, with expectations of further price increases. Factors like regulatory advancements and upcoming events support the current upward trend in the Bitcoin market.

BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF, IBIT, has surged into the top 5 rankings for ETF inflows, with $8.9 billion YTD. The rapid increase hints at growing institutional interest in the Bitcoin market.

Michigan introduces 4 cryptocurrency-related bills, including permission for Bitcoin investments. Texas House passes bill for state Bitcoin reserve approval. US states' actions signify growing acceptance and mainstreaming of cryptocurrencies.

Texas House overwhelmingly passed a bill to establish a Bitcoin strategic reserve fund. If signed by Governor Abbott, Texas will become the 3rd US state with a Bitcoin reserve. The initial investment is expected to be in the tens of millions of dollars, determined by state auditors. Texas, known for its cryptocurrency-friendly environment, is a key player in the Bitcoin mining industry.

Bitcoin market price hits a 4-month high, reaching $109,500 per BTC due to factors like institutional investment influx and optimism around easing US-China trade tensions.

A HOTEL announced the launch of "THE DOOR" service for NAC holders, offering NOT A HOTEL stays. It combines ease of entry with Web3 real-world asset experiences.

Ethereum transactions are becoming more active.
The trading activity of Ethereum on decentralized exchanges (DEX) has become active, with the number of daily active users surging to about 64,000. This is a 73% increase from approximately 37,000 on May 4, marking the highest level in three months.
While the number of traders has increased, the monthly trading volume of Ethereum remains flat at approximately $15 billion (about ¥2.1665 trillion), indicating that it is largely driven by individual investors engaging in small-scale trades rather than institutional investors.
Historically, movements led by individual investors often precede the revitalization of the overall market, suggesting that the Ethereum market may accelerate in the future.
Ethereum is May 7