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According to Fortune, New York blockchain data analytics company Allium announced the completion of a $40,000,000 Series B financing round, led by Amplify Partners, with participation from Kleiner Perkins and Theory Ventures.Allium focuses on cleaning and integrating complex on-chain data, providing services to institutional clients such as Visa, the Federal Reserve, Coinbase, and a16z's crypto division.

Market data platform Deribit shows that as Bitcoin continues to decline in June, the options market set to expire this month has experienced a significant imbalance, with approximately $8.6 billion nominal value of BTC options in an out-of-the-money (OTM) state, facing the risk of expiring worthless.Data indicates that among the approximately $10.6 billion in open options contracts expiring on June 26, only about 20% are in-the-money (ITM), while the remaining 80% are currently at a loss. Analysts point out that this structural imbalance may trigger concentrated hedging adjustments by market makers and traders before expiration, thereby amplifying short-term market volatility.The current maximum pain price is approximately $74,000, which is about 14% higher than Bitcoin's current price of around $65,000. Theoretically, this price level means that the maximum number of options contracts will expire worthless, potentially creating an upward pull on prices as expiration approaches, although the effectiveness of this mechanism in the crypto market remains controversial.Additionally, the bullish and bearish structures in the options market are relatively close, with a Put/Call ratio of about 0.87, indicating increased divergence in market sentiment. Approximately $450 million in positions are concentrated in $60,000 put options, while $80,000 call options also form a key resistance level of about $406 million.Analysts believe that as the quarterly expiration approaches, concentrated exercising and hedging adjustments may become important driving factors for short-term price volatility, and Bitcoin may face a more intense directional choice window.

Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at BlackRock, stated that after the U.S. and Iran reached a peace arrangement, approximately $8 trillion to $9 trillion in funds sitting in money market funds are accelerating their return to risk assets, and he mentioned that this process could have an "explosive" effect. Driven by the return of funds, U.S. stocks and U.S. bonds rose simultaneously on Monday, while oil prices fell due to expectations of a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Rieder believes that current liquidity is spreading from low-risk instruments to a broader range of assets, and he expects that the new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh may pay more attention to balance sheet and money supply management, rather than solely relying on short-term interest rate tools. Meanwhile, the derivatives market is set to face a busy event window. Due to the June holiday market closure, this week's "Triple Witching" has been moved up to Thursday, combined with the quarterly rebalancing of the S&P 500, increasing volatility risk in U.S. stocks. Additionally, options related to SpaceX are expected to begin trading on Tuesday. Market participants believe that driven by retail investor funds, related contracts may heat up quickly, potentially leading to a "gamma squeeze" triggered by concentrated buying of call options.Brent Kochuba, founder of SpotGamma, warned that against the backdrop of a continuous rise in U.S. stocks since April, the pressure on market makers to hedge is accumulating. If Warsh releases signals that exceed expectations during his first press conference, the market has almost no buffer space to absorb the shock. The quarterly adjustments to the S&P 500 index will also take effect after the close on Thursday, with Marvell Technology (MRVL) and Flex (FLEX) being added to the index, while Pool (POOL) and Campbell's (CPB) will be removed.

According to Jinshi reports, Federal Reserve Governor Waller stated at the 32nd Dubrovnik Economic Conference that the global adoption of stablecoins could amplify the impact of Federal Reserve policies.He pointed out that for countries adopting stablecoins, it is akin to a fixed exchange rate system, effectively expanding the reach of U.S. monetary policy.

According to CoinDesk, affected by the weak market liquidity over the weekend amplifying selling pressure, the price of Bitcoin has fallen below $81,000. In addition, market participants pointed out that the tense geopolitical situation in the Middle East, uncertainty over the U.S. government shutdown, and cautious sentiment within the cryptocurrency market are collectively suppressing the performance of risk assets.Market data shows that the price of Bitcoin has dropped about 2.2% in the past 24 hours. Weekend trading volumes typically decline, making prices more susceptible to rapid fluctuations. The market is still in a range-bound trend, with traders focusing on whether Bitcoin can attract a new round of buying in the $80,000-$82,000 range; otherwise, if selling pressure continues over the weekend, prices may further decline.

According to CoinDesk, geopolitical tensions have risen due to Trump's tariff threats against European countries opposing his "takeover of Greenland," leading to a simultaneous decline in Bitcoin and major cryptocurrencies along with Nasdaq futures.In addition to macroeconomic headwinds, internal market mechanisms may also exacerbate price volatility. Data shows that Bitcoin options market makers are currently in a negative gamma exposure in the $86,000–$95,000 range. In a negative gamma state, market makers often passively buy when prices rise and sell when they fall to hedge risks, thereby amplifying market fluctuations. The market is also watching the potential Supreme Court ruling risks regarding Trump's tariff policies. Analysts point out that if the ruling is unfavorable, it could trigger greater volatility in trade policies, fiscal deficit expectations, and other areas in the short term.In traditional markets, the yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury bond has risen to a four-month high of 4.37%, the dollar has weakened, and U.S. stock futures are under pressure, indicating overall pressure on U.S. stocks and risk assets.

According to CoinDesk, Amplify ETFs has launched two new ETFs, providing investors with opportunities to invest in companies behind stablecoins and tokenized assets, as well as cryptocurrencies.The two new ETFs are the Amplify Stablecoin Technology ETF (STBQ), which tracks the MarketVector Stablecoin Technology Index and holds 24 types of assets, primarily providing exposure to XRP, SOL, ETH, and LINK; and the Amplify Tokenized Technology ETF (TKNQ), which focuses on the digitization of physical assets, tracking the MarketVector Tokenized Technology Index and holding 53 types of assets.Both funds are listed and traded on the NYSE Arca.

According to The Block, thin market liquidity during the Christmas holiday, soaring precious metal prices draining liquidity, and the upcoming record options expiration have all contributed to Bitcoin remaining below $90,000 today. Analysts warn that the record options expiration this Friday will amplify volatility.Approximately 300,000 BTC options contracts (with a notional value of about $23.7 billion) are set to expire on Friday, accounting for more than half of the total open contracts for Bitcoin on Deribit. Deribit’s Chief Business Officer Jean-David Pequignot stated that this options expiration is "record-breaking," with a total of $28.5 billion in BTC and ETH options expiring, double that of last year.

Analyst Justin Low from the U.S. financial website Investinglive stated that as the Christmas holiday approaches, gold and silver traders have not slowed down. The precious metals continued to rise in the new week, with spot gold now soaring to a new record high above $4,400 per ounce.If gold firmly stands above $4,400, it will open up greater upward potential. However, the headwinds facing gold may not truly manifest until the second half of 2026. Even so, we cannot rule out the possibility that market participants may price in this expectation ahead of time. The key challenge to the narrative of rising gold prices lies in "major central banks gradually shifting from rate cuts and mentioning rate hikes again in the future."This is something to be cautious about. But at least for now, gold buyers will continue to maintain a bullish momentum. However, thin liquidity may amplify the current gains, especially with the Christmas and New Year holidays approaching, leading to a quieter market. Therefore, even though seasonal patterns show that December and January have historically been good months for gold over the past twenty years, liquidity factors must also be considered when looking forward to further upward trends. (Jin Shi)

ChainCatcher news, ETF solution provider Amplify ETFs announced the launch of Amplify Ethereum Options Income ETF "ETTY" and Amplify Ethereum Yield Enhanced Covered Call ETF "EHY", which track Ethereum call options and covered call options, respectively, providing exposure to ETH growth and ongoing income.

ChainCatcher news, according to market news, ETF solution provider Amplify ETFs has announced that it has submitted applications for the Amplify Stablecoin Technology ETF (QSTB) and the Amplify Tokenization Technology ETF (QTKN) to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The former primarily tracks companies and assets that use stablecoins as a digital payment and settlement mechanism, while the latter tracks companies and assets that leverage the digitalization of real-world assets for growth.

ChainCatcher news, according to GlobeNewswire, exchange-traded fund solution provider Amplify ETFs has announced that it has submitted an application for a Solana and XRP options income ETF to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, seeking to balance income and capital appreciation through investments in XRP, SOL price returns, and covered call option strategies.

ChainCatcher message, according to 4E observations, in the past 72 hours, the Bitcoin price has continued to fluctuate near historical highs, and market sentiment remains optimistic. As of July 15, 2025, 15:00 (UTC+8), Bitcoin is currently priced at $118,730, with a fluctuation range maintained between $117,500 and $119,800 over the past 72 hours. Short-term support is solid, indicating strong institutional backing.The main reason for this strong market trend remains the continuous capital inflow into the U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF. BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) has surpassed 704,000 BTC in total holdings, with a market value approaching $76 billion. Data shows that on Monday (July 14) alone, there was a net inflow of approximately $164 million, far exceeding the daily capital inflow of newly issued bonds during the same period, highlighting the appeal of crypto assets to traditional capital allocation.Meanwhile, concept stocks closely related to crypto in the U.S. stock market have performed strongly. MicroStrategy (MSTR) continued its upward trend from last week, rising about 5.6% in 72 hours, while Riot Platforms and Marathon Digital also recorded moderate increases. Investors are showing sustained confidence in the "on-chain holdings + ETF-driven" dual logic.On the macro level, the U.S. Congress's "Crypto Week" has officially begun, with several legislative reviews such as the "CLARITY Act" and the "GENIUS Act" underway, which are expected to promote institutional breakthroughs in areas like stablecoins and asset custody. Additionally, the U.S. June CPI year-on-year increase has dropped to 2.8%, reinforcing market expectations for interest rate cuts within the year, providing external support for risk assets.4E reminds investors: Although the market is strong, volatility remains frequent. It is recommended to closely monitor ETF capital flows and policy developments, and to manage leverage levels prudently.

ChainCatcher news, according to Bloomberg senior ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, Amplify has submitted an application for the Bitcoin Premium Income Fund (BITY). The fund will sell call options with a strike price 10% above the market to generate income.

ChainCatcher news, this week, the Federal Reserve finally confirmed the long-anticipated "pivot" by the market. The central bank's statement and update on economic forecasts this week had a significant impact on the market. Market participants currently expect the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates by about 40 basis points by December 2025, leading to a rise in U.S. Treasury yields. Earlier this week, Bitcoin fell from its historical high, and on Friday during the European session, Bitcoin continued its downward trend, approaching $95,000 at one point. Earlier, Bitcoin had just set a new historical high of over $108,000, and this round of decline in the crypto market has had a greater impact on altcoins such as Ethereum and Dogecoin.Additionally, U.S. exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that directly invest in Bitcoin also ended a 15-day streak of inflows this week, recording an outflow of $680 million, highlighting the shift in market sentiment.

ChainCatcher news, the decentralized fan engagement platform AmplifyWorld has announced the completion of a $1.2 million funding round, with early-stage venture capital firm Chapel Ventures participating. It is reported that this funding deal was conducted through a Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT). AmplifyWorld aims to empower artists and fans in the music industry by leveraging blockchain and Web3 technologies. They are currently preparing to launch a token to build a new music economy, allowing artists to connect directly with fans. The new funds are intended to accelerate the development and deployment of the token.