XRPL targets DeFi expansion with lending and programmable escrow tools

The XRP Ledger ecosystem is preparing two major upgrades aimed at expanding XRPL beyond payments and settlement.  Summary XRPL plans native lending pools and fixed-term crypto loans directly on-chain for institutional users. Smart Escrows aim to bring programmable transaction logic without slowing XRPL transaction speeds or efficiency. XRPL Foundation says compliance layers and permissioned tools…

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Oil jumps after Trump calls Iran’s peace offer ‘unacceptable’

Brent crude oil spiked 8% to $109.74 per barrel after President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal, calling it “unacceptable.” The move reversed weeks of price declines that had been driven by cautious optimism around a potential de-escalation in US-Iran hostilities. Iran’s proposal reportedly included reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief….

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Bitcoin watches Iran response as CPI week begins

Global markets are entering a major week filled with inflation reports, geopolitical developments, and central macroeconomic data. Summary Iran responded to a US proposal while rejecting claims of surrender during ongoing diplomatic discussions. Markets now focus on CPI, PPI, retail sales, and industrial production data this week. Bitcoin traders are watching macro volatility as BTC…

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