... strategies and focus on protective assets. "During a bear market, protective assets typically perform best—such as stablecoins or sectors with low volatility and stable demand (infrastructure projects, blockchain security projects). Additionally, tokenized gold and high-quality bonds can provide stability and safeguard capital. Diversification among such instruments reduces risks while maintaining growth potential alongside the market," recommends Gracy Chen. Chen emphasizes that particular attention should be paid to tokenized gold. Many long-term crypto investors ...

... NFT Games Witnessing the growing interest from audiences, significant capital has surged into the NFT gaming sector. Venture capital funds and major corporations are actively investing in projects at the intersection of gaming and blockchain. In recent ... ... technology gains traction in mainstream titles. Some large gaming corporations have also announced plans to integrate blockchain tokens into their products. For instance, Square Enix has stated that it intends to make NFTs a part of its games and is investing ...

... alternative cryptocurrencies experience growth that outpaces Bitcoin. XRP consistently ranks among the leaders in altcoin capitalization, and with regulatory clarity and widespread adoption of Ripple’s technology, it has a chance to attract significant capital inflows. The XRP community anticipates that in May-June 2025, the token will overcome key technical hurdles (described resistance levels) and reach new pricing milestones. However, some experts advise caution: the rapid growth at the start of the year could lead to overheating, and short-term speculators may lock in ...

... regulatory clarity achieved after Ripple's court victory over the SEC, resulting in XRP hitting multi-year highs. Tether (USDT) — the largest stablecoin pegged to the US dollar at a 1:1 ratio; widely used by traders as a "safe haven" for capital preservation during market volatility. Binance Coin (BNB) — the internal token of the leading cryptocurrency exchange Binance and its own blockchain; used for fee payments and participation in ecosystem projects, its price has risen as the platform has expanded and regained trust in the exchange. USD Coin (USDC) — a popular ...

... combine exposure to two cryptocurrencies—Bitcoin and XRP. If approved, this fund would be the first of its kind and highlight XRP’s growing acceptance as a legitimate instrument in regulated markets. Such a step could attract additional institutional capital to the token and increase trust from conservative investors. Other Leading Altcoins: Mixed Dynamics The altcoin market is displaying divergent movement: some projects are rising on positive news, while others are temporarily stagnating. In the top 10 by market ...