Imrat Group & Bybit Launch Leveraged Stock Trading in USDT

Imrat Group, in collaboration with Bybit, now offers leveraged trading of major stocks like Apple, Tesla, and Amazon, as well as IPO/ICO tokens, entirely in USDT. This eliminates fiat conversion needs and integrates traditional equities into the crypto ecosystem. Ben Shultz, Head of IG Security Division, highlights the competitive edge and scalability this provides. The partnership enables advanced investment strategies, particularly for tech startups and Pre-IPO/ICO opportunities, bridging TradFi and crypto. Imrat Group, active since 2021 in tech and blockchain, emphasizes transparency and innovation through its global registrations and strategic alliances.

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Imrat Group & Bybit Launch Leveraged Stock Trading in USDT

Imrat Group, an international hedge fund, has deepened its collaboration with cryptocurrency platform Bybit to enable leveraged trading of major stocks (e.g., Apple, Tesla) and token offerings directly in USDT. This integration bypasses traditional fiat intermediaries, streamlining access to high-yield assets like Pre-IPO and ICO opportunities. Ben Shultz, Head of IG Security Division, highlights the competitive edge of this model, emphasizing scalability and flexibility previously reserved for institutional players. Imrat Group, active in blockchain and Web3 since 2021, positions this as a milestone in merging crypto and traditional markets. The partnership underscores the growing synergy between digital and equity ecosystems, with Bybit’s platform serving as a bridge for advanced investment strategies.

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US Senate to Vote on Revised GENIUS Stablecoin Bill

The US Senate is preparing to vote on a revised GENIUS Act, a stablecoin bill updated to address Democratic concerns over anti-money laundering, oversight gaps, and enforcement. Key amendments strengthen financial integrity, consumer protection, and bar non-financial publicly traded companies like Meta and Google from issuing stablecoins without strict conditions. The bill also clarifies that stablecoins lack federal insurance protections. Crypto advocacy groups, including Coinbase-backed Stand With Crypto, are mobilizing support, urging regulatory clarity. The revised bill aims to balance innovation with traditional financial safeguards.

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Tom Lee Sees Stock Market Opportunities Amid Tariff Resolution

In a recent CNBC interview, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee expressed optimism about the stock market, pointing to strong business resilience despite pandemic challenges, rate hikes, and tariffs. He noted that the 10-Year yield at 4% is manageable for businesses and the economy, with potential upside from deregulation, tax cuts, and improved trade partnerships. Lee emphasized that despite a flat market performance year-to-date, many stocks—including Tesla and the ‘Magnificent 7’ tech giants—present buying opportunities. The S&P 500’s current level suggests room for growth, making this an attractive time for investors to capitalize on undervalued assets.

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Can XRP Outperform Ethereum and Solana in DeFi?

XRP is positioning itself as a formidable competitor to Ethereum and Solana in the DeFi space, thanks to its speed, low transaction costs, and institutional support. While Ethereum struggles with high gas fees and Solana faces network outages, XRP Ledger (XRPL) offers fast settlements (3-5 seconds) and negligible fees. Features like XRPL Hooks enable lightweight programmable transactions, making decentralized lending and yield farming more efficient. Additionally, XRPL has real-world adoption, with companies like Amazon and Walmart reportedly using it, and strong backing from institutions like SBI Holdings. Regulatory advantages in regions like the UAE and EU further bolster XRP’s global DeFi prospects.

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Apple’s $95M Siri Privacy Settlement: How to Claim

Apple has reached a $95 million settlement to resolve claims that its Siri voice assistant recorded conversations without the ‘Hey Siri’ wake word and potentially shared data with third parties. Eligible U.S. residents who owned qualifying Apple devices between 2014 and 2024 can claim up to $20 per device (max $100 per household) by submitting proof by July 2, 2025. The lawsuit stems from a 2019 report revealing contractors accessed private recordings, including sensitive discussions. While Apple denies wrongdoing, the settlement mandates deletion of pre-2019 Siri recordings and reflects growing scrutiny over AI privacy. Similar cases have targeted Google and Amazon, highlighting broader concerns about voice assistant data practices.

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Mistral Medium 3: Enterprise AI at Fractional Cost

Mistral AI’s Medium 3 emerges as a disruptive force in enterprise AI, delivering performance comparable to Claude 3.7 and Gemini 2.0 at just 12.5% of the cost. Benchmark tests show particular strength in coding tasks, outperforming Meta’s Llama 4 Maverick and Cohere’s Command A. With a 128k-token context window and 40-language support, the closed-source model marks Mistral’s pivot from open-weight offerings. Priced aggressively at $0.4/$2 per million tokens (input/output), it’s currently deployed via Mistral La Plateforme and Amazon Sagemaker, with Azure and Google Cloud integrations imminent. The release follows Mistral’s tripled business growth and $6B valuation, emphasizing European tech independence through proprietary compute infrastructure.

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Injective (INJ) Eyes $10 Breakout Amid Bullish Signals

Injective (INJ) is preparing for another retest of the $10 resistance level after a 43% surge from its 18-month low in April. Analysts like Crypto Rand highlight a potential bullish reversal if INJ breaks past $10, possibly targeting $14. The token has faced strong resistance in the $9.5-$10 range but is now testing $9-$9.20 as support. A confirmed breakout could propel INJ toward $11-$12. Additionally, an inverse Head and Shoulders pattern suggests a strong reversal signal, with the neckline at $10.30. Meanwhile, Injective’s integration of ‘Magnificent 7’ stocks on-chain underscores its strong fundamentals. Currently trading at $9.25, INJ has gained 27.2% monthly.

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Bitcoin Predicted to Mirror Amazon’s Growth, Surpass Gold

Bitcoin (BTC) is drawing comparisons to Amazon’s (AMZN) historic stock growth, with analysts suggesting it could exceed gold’s $22 trillion market cap. After rebounding from $74k to $93k, BTC aims to surpass its all-time high of $109k, driven by macroeconomic factors and scarcity—only 165,000 BTC will be mined in 2025. Experts like Bitwise’s Matt Hougan argue Bitcoin’s four-year cycle has shifted from halving events to broader economic forces, aligning it with Amazon’s trajectory. Institutional investors acquired 95,000 BTC in Q1 2025, while Bitget’s Gracy Chen predicts Bitcoin will overtake gold’s market cap soon. Analysts project prices could reach $155k–$250k, fueled by decoupling from gold and accumulation phases.

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Fed Rate Decision & Market Outlook: Key Events This Week

The US Federal Reserve is widely anticipated to maintain interest rates at 4.25%-4.5% this week, with traders eyeing potential cuts later in the year. Economic sentiment remains fragile after a surprise Q1 GDP contraction and declining consumer confidence. Meanwhile, crypto markets saw a sharp decline, with Bitcoin dropping below $94,000 and Ethereum falling under $1,800. Key economic data releases, including ISM Services PMI and S&P Global Services PMI, will provide further insights into the health of the US economy. Trade tensions between the US and China continue to loom, with no planned talks between Presidents Trump and Xi. Gold prices rose as the dollar weakened, reflecting investor caution ahead of critical Fed announcements and earnings reports from major tech firms.

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Amazon Launches Alexa+ AI Assistant in Limited Preview

Amazon has begun a limited preview rollout of Alexa+, its upgraded generative AI assistant, initially available to U.S. owners of Echo Show 8, 10, 15, or 21 devices. The service, which was delayed from its original October 2023 launch, is free for Prime members and costs $19.99 monthly for non-Prime users. Alexa+ offers enhanced conversational abilities and context awareness, powered in part by Anthropic’s AI. However, some features like Grubhub ordering and story generation are delayed. The assistant includes privacy controls like microphone/camera disable options and voice recording deletion. Amazon plans to expand access to more Echo devices over time, though some first-gen models are incompatible. This launch comes amid fierce competition in the AI assistant space, with Amazon investing $4 billion in Anthropic last year.

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Wall Street Cautious Ahead of Jobs Report, Tech Earnings

Wall Street futures remained cautious on Thursday following mixed earnings reports from tech giants Apple and Amazon, which contrasted with stronger performances from Meta and Microsoft. Apple warned of rising costs, while Amazon signaled a tougher business climate ahead. Dow Jones and S&P 500 futures traded flat, while Nasdaq futures dropped 60-100 points due to declines in Apple and Amazon shares. Market focus now shifts to the April jobs report, with the US Dollar strengthening above 100 and Gold slipping to $3,220. Crude oil prices rose following geopolitical tensions linked to Iran.

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