Gold and Bitcoin surged by nearly 2% following US-China tensions. Trump's remarks on gold's role and China's warning on cooperation prompted the rise. China's opposition to US interests heightened concerns, impacting trade and economic dynamics globally.

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* **Bitcoin reacted positively to US President Donald Trump’s social media post highlighting the crucial role of gold in global economic and political dynamics.**
* **China’s Commerce Ministry said it would retaliate against nations cooperating with the USA’s tariff wars.**

Gold and Bitcoin (BTC) jointly rose by around 2% as US-China relations continued to sour. US President Donald Trump hyped gold as the Asian superpower warned of retaliation for countries that will cooperate with the West at the expense of their interests.

## Gold and Bitcoin Surge After

Gold and Bitcoin soared by 1.98% to 2.78%, respectively, at around 6:00 AM UTC. The precious metal traded around $3,393 per troy ounce, while the leading crypto asset settled at the $87K line.

Trump’s commentary on Truth Social seemingly catalyzed the synchronized push of these top safe-haven assets. The US president insinuated that gold reserves determine global dominance in international negotiations.



“The golden rule of negotiating and success: he who has the gold makes the rules,” Trump said. “Thank you.”

![Donald Trump via Truth Social](https://img.gateio.im/social/moments-f71e19c6ca62824444ed34037dd1a1c5)Donald Trump via Truth SocialIt’s clear that gold has greatly benefited from Trump’s direct mention. As for Bitcoin, the digital asset has often been likened to the digital counterpart of a precious metal, which explains its positive move.

## China’s Warning

China’s warning also reinforced sentiment toward gold and Bitcoin. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce reiterated its opposition toward any country serving US interests in a way that would undermine China’s interests.



“China firmly opposes any party reaching a deal at the expense of China’s interests,” read the transcript that CNBC interpreted. “If this happens, China will not accept it and will resolutely take reciprocal countermeasures.”

In addition, the Eastern economic superpower vowed to support countries willing to uphold “international fairness and justice” against the “abusive tariffs” and “unilateral bullying” of the US. Moreover, it cautioned that efforts to cooperate with Trump’s measures would risk reverting international trade relations to the “law of the jungle.”

Early this month, Trump’s tariff regime imposed 145% baseline duties on Chinese imports. Meanwhile, China responded with 125% tariffs on US-made goods.

As a resolution to their conflict seems far from the table, investors and consumers are on the edge of their seats as they bear the brunt of the consequences. This has resulted in freezes of large deliveries and purchases between the two conflicting giants.

Furthermore, news recently broke that China has been bypassing US duties by marking their goods as “made in Korea.” The Korea Customs Service (KCS) recorded over 29.5 billion won ($27 million) worth of country-of-origin violations in the first quarter of 2025. US-bound shipments accounted for most of the numbers, and China was the primary contributor to the trend.

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Quinn Kwon, an official at Delabs Games, explains how Kaia, LINE, and Telegram are boosting the Web3 gaming ecosystem in the new age of technology.
When people think about Web3 gaming, the limelight often falls on technologies like blockchains, wallets, and tokens. But after decades in the gaming

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* **Quinn Kwon, an official at Delabs Games, explains how** **K****aia, LINE, and Telegram are boosting the Web3 gaming ecosystem in the new age of technology.**

When people think about Web3 gaming, the limelight often falls on technologies like blockchains, wallets, and tokens. But after decades in the gaming industry, Quinn Kwon, Head of Web3 gaming at Delabs Games, learned that technology alone doesn’t win players over. In a correspondence with Blockzeit, he said it also matters how they deliver experiences to them. And right now, messenger apps are stepping up to fill this gap.

In Asia, apps like LINE and Telegram do more than connect friends—they’re becoming full-blown gaming platforms. With the rise of Kaia’s MiniDapp ecosystem, Delabs is seeing a shift in how Web3 games reach their audiences.

Delabs Games stated they have been building inside these spaces. The company recently unveiled its latest game, Boxing Star X on LINE and Telegram earlier this year, and released its baseball-style game, GigaChadBat on Telegram late last year.



They’re witnessing from internal data, and throughout the industry more broadly, that they are only just seeing the beginning of what lies ahead for messenger-based gaming.

## **Beyond Chat: A New Gaming Frontier**

LINE is a household name in Japan, Taiwan, and Thailand. It’s where people chat, share photos, and now play games. Through Kaia’s MiniDapp ecosystem, users can access blockchain-based games without leaving the app. No downloads. No wallets. No friction.

For the game development studio, the results have been fast and clear. Boxing Star X attracted over half a million users in just one week. Players spent more than 1.4 million $KAIA tokens in-game. Meanwhile, Delabs’ average revenue per paying user stood at 1,200 $KAIA.



And these aren’t just one-time purchases either, with players making 25 transactions each on average. This offers a glimpse into something more profound happening in the Web3 gaming space when it comes to messaging platforms and spending.

And this is just one part of a broader trend: Web3 game spending is on the rise. Reports note that blockchain gamers spend more on average than traditional gamers – “more than twice as much annually,” citing Helika’s 2024 report​.

## **The Secret Ingredient: Simplicity**

GameFi has long struggled with onboarding. Wallets, gas fees, and clunky interfaces turn away casual players before they even start. LINE’s integration with Kaia MiniDapps offers a cleaner path. Players tap a link, and the game opens inside the app without setup or barriers.

It’s the same for Telegram, where games like Notcoin (NOT) and Hamster Kombat are trending—not because they’re flashy, but because they’re simple. Players tap, earn, and have fun. It’s easy, and it works.

This is just one reason why Telegram accounted for 21% of new Web3 game launches in 2024, fueled by its 950 million-strong user base and TON blockchain integration. Notcoin, for instance, amassed over 650,000 users in just a few weeks, showcasing Telegram’s viral potential.

By stripping away complexity, these platforms bring Web3 gaming to the masses. Not surprisingly, when things are simple, more people join in.



## **Why Mid-Core Games Are Winning**

We’ve all seen tap-to-earn games go viral. They’re fun and accessible, but there’s a ceiling. Things get more interesting in the mid-core space with games that offer depth, progression, and player investment 

That’s where Boxing Star X sits, as well as Delabs’ next launch this year, Ragnarok Libre. Graduating from tap-to-earn, the mid-core gaming experience is the next logical step for players and developers.

That’s because it’s not just about collecting tokens. Players compete, level up, and personalize their experiences, and are willing to spend to do so. And they’re eager to pay to do it. And the data is bearing that out 

For instance, 10% of Delabs’ mid-core game users are heavy spenders, with consistent, sustained spending patterns that indicate a sustainable in-game economy 

### **Asia Leading the Way**

Web3 gaming thrives on reach. With Kaia and LINE, developers in Asia have access to over 250 million potential users across the continent. KakaoTalk adds even more reach in South Korea, which holds a near-total market share.

The infrastructure is strong, too. Kaia’s one-second block time, low fees, and user-friendly design make it ideal for fast-paced games, while account abstraction lets players jump in without needing to understand Web3. With a vast reach and established infrastructure, it’s no surprise that the ecosystem is growing and showing real momentum, with industry titles like Frog Defense, Elderglade, and Goblin Tycoon also on the way 

And while LINE dominates East Asia, Telegram is surging in emerging markets, including Southeast Asia, South America, and parts of Africa. Its HTML5 games support and TON blockchain integration create an ideal Web3 playground. Developers love the speed of building; players love the ease of playing.

As of September 2024, Telegram’s nine major games recorded over 3 million active wallets, a growth rate rarely seen in traditional gaming. Like LINE, Telegram is rewriting distribution rules, meeting players where they already are.

### **Delabs Games’ Roadmap**

All in all, this is to say that messenger-based gaming isn’t just a trend—it’s a long-term shift 

At Delabs Games, they’re just getting started in messenger gaming. But the early signals show them that the combination of messenger apps and blockchain gaming isn’t just viable—it’s transformative 

The company expects to see more developers lean into this space. It sees more players discover how easy Web3 can be. And we’ll see new ecosystems grow—not from hype, but from real, lasting engagement.

By removing friction, reaching vast audiences, and delivering ownership, accessibility, and real value, Kaia, LINE, and Telegram are defining the next era of gaming not just in Asia but globally.

Kaia, LINE, Telegram: Powering the Next Wave of Web3 Gaming in Asia

XRP's market cap surpasses Ethereum, indicating potential strength. A golden cross pattern and reduced new wallet addresses impact its bullish trend.

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* **XRP surpassed Ethereum in FDV**
* **The token’s pattern recently hit the golden cross.**
* **New wallet addresses holding the crypto were cut by almost half.**

## XRP FDV Exceeds Ethereum

XRP’s fully diluted cap has overtaken Ethereum (ETH). Despite the XRP Ledger’s (XRPL) native coin dropping to $2 at early Sunday evening (UTC), it still had an overall value of around $205.9 billion for its 99.98 billion supply. In contrast, ETH’s drop to roughly $1.5K per coin means the price of its over 120.7 million supply is worth approximately $190.89 million.

While FDV is not a 100% accurate representation of high demand and assurance of future performance, XRP’s latest feat gives it an edge in terms of bragging rights and broader exposure in the cryptocurrency market. It’s also positive news relative to its ongoing efforts to solidify its position as a possible replacement or supplement for the SWIFT international payment settlement network.

## Golden Cross Fuels Bullish Sentiment

Crypto market sentiment remains at the “Fear” level. However, a pattern that has recently emerged in the price charts suggests that XRP price could be gearing up for a significant trend reversal from its bearish trajectory since its seven-year high last January.



As of writing, the digital asset’s 9-day moving average (MA) had already crossed the 21-day MA on its way up. This formed the much-awaited golden cross along the way.

![XRP to USDT](https://img.gateio.im/social/moments-fa57a660eb5c9a79099e21279f6b7bbd)XRP to USDT (Source: TradingView)XRP’s price action indicates a renewed positive momentum for the token, which could carry it back to $3 in the short run. But then again, it must be reinforced by a strong trading volume. A failure to establish a sufficient transaction activity in the digital asset could easily negate the optimistic short-term projection based on the technical readings.

## New XRP HODLers Dropping

XRP recorded $1.53 billion 24-hour trading volume as of press time. Still, Ali Martinez, a renowned crypto technical analyst, noticed a considerable decline in newly created wallet addresses holding the crypto asset.



![XRP in New Wallets](https://img.gateio.im/social/moments-82b45806ee84c49a79badbd76301b921)XRP in New Wallets (Source: Ali Martinez via X)According to Martinez, citing Glassnode data, these addresses dipped from 5,200 in March to the current 2,900. This factor could prevent XRP from optimizing its ascension following the golden cross.

In addition, the trend could signify caution from new investors to enter their trades in the token, mainly due to the state of uncertainty in the US and the global economic sphere. On the other hand, it could mean that speculative or whale-driven factors have mostly influenced crypto prices lately, which have failed to resonate with the majority of new market entrants.

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