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  POINT Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP (XRP) are becoming increasingly adopted by financial institutions. Both blockchains can be used for tracking real-world assets (RWA). As of early 2025, approximately $7.6 billion worth of real-world assets are recorded on the blockchain. This market is projected to grow to $30 trillion by 2030. XRP may be more suitable than Bitcoin for asset tracking due to its integration with financial institutions. DETAILS source : pixabay Initially, Bitcoin and XRP were used primarily for transactions and remittances. However, recent NFT and metadata functionalities allow these blockchains to directly track and manage real-world assets. Bitcoin (BTC) Previously, all Bitcoin tokens were identical, but now metadata inscription capabilities allow specific coins to hold unique asset information. This enables NFTs and real-world asset ownership to be recorded on the blockchain. However, Bitcoin’s limited upgradability makes it challenging for financial institution...

  POINT US retail sales decline increases expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut 10-year Treasury yield drops below 4.5% , marking a five-week rally S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise , while the US dollar weakens Meta and Dell stocks climb , but Intel and consumer-related stocks face potential adjustments US Retail Sales Decline: A Sign of Economic Slowdown? US retail sales in January fell by 0.9% month-over-month , marking the largest decline in nearly two years. This sharp pullback follows a strong consumer spending trend in late 2024. As a result, market analysts are now betting on an increased likelihood of a Fed rate cut. Expert Opinions David Russell (TradeStation) : "Consumer sentiment is weakening, which increases the probability of a Fed rate cut." Jose Torres (Interactive Brokers) : "This weak retail data has revived expectations for rate cuts, but the earlier inflation report this week remains a wildcard." Investment Strategy Implications Slowing consumer...