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Bitcoin is down from its all-time high, but BlackRock’s digital asset head Robbie Mitchnick believes a recession could spark a major rally. As GDP contracts and unemployment rises, Bitcoin’s scarcity and role as a hedge could send it soaring—especially as stimulus and liquidity return to markets.

Watcher Guru’s X account was hacked to post a fake SWIFT-XRP partnership, timed just two days after the SEC dropped its Ripple appeal. The attacker used social engineering and auto-posting bots to spread the message. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse now eyes an XRP ETF and U.S. reserve inclusion, as the case nears resolution.

The RWA tokenization sector has surpassed $10.2B in TVL, led by Maker, BUIDL, USDtb, and Ondo Finance. USDtb surged 1,177% this month, while tokenized Treasuries hit $4.2B in market cap. The sector continues to grow despite short-term crypto volatility.

Kentucky’s HB 701 guarantees Bitcoin self-custody rights, protects mining and staking operations, and removes regulatory hurdles for digital asset payments. The bill is awaiting the governor’s signature and may be followed by a Bitcoin reserve proposal to diversify the state’s treasury.