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Bitcoin failed to break out of its range, but other major coins rose on Wednesday as the Federal Reserve implemented its first interest rate cut of the year.
Bitcoin slipped below $117,000 and consolidated in the $116,000 region. Ethereum, on the other hand, broke past $4,600, with trading volume climbing 51% in the 24-hour period. XRP and Dogecoin spiked 1.24% and 4.40%, respectively.
Bitcoin's dominance dropped below 57%, while capital rotated to altcoins, boosting their market share to 30%.
Over $350 million was liquidated from the cryptocurrency market in the last 24 hours, with long position traders losing $188 million. That said, about $400 million in Bitcoin shorts risked liquidation if the apex cryptocurrency rebounds to $118,000.
Bitcoin’s open interest fell 1.01% in the last 24 hours. Despite this, over 54% of Binance derivatives traders with open BTC positions were long as of this writing.
Interestingly, Binance traders with open BTC positions flipped bearish, with more than 52% betting against the coin, according to the Long/Short ratio.
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The global cryptocurrency market capitalization stood at $4.08 trillion, increasing by 0.81% in the last 24 hours.
Stocks were a mixed bag on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied 260.42 points, or 0.6%, at 46,018.32. The S&P 500, on the other hand, closed down 0.1% at 6,600.35, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite fell 0.3% to 22,261.32.
The Federal Reserve delivered its first rate cut of the year, slashing its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.00%-4.25%.
The Summary of Economic Projections now predicts a federal funds rate of 3.6% by the end of 2025, down from the 3.9% median forecast in June, implying that more cuts may be on the way.
IncomeSharks, a widely followed X account dedicated to stock and cryptocurrency analysis, expected Bitcoin to hit $120,000 by the end of the week or during the weekend.
A similar forecast was made by technical analyst CrypNuevo, who predicted Bitcoin to hit $120,000 next.
Web3 commentator ZYN highlighted a “bullish cross” on Ethereum’s price chart.
ETH surged 60% and 24% in July and August, respectively, after similar formations, the analyst said, adding that a repeat could push the coin above $5,000 this month.
A bullish cross is formed when a short-term moving average crosses above a long-term moving average, signalling a potential bullish trend.
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Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo of Anambra State and his wife, Dr. Nonye Soludo, have dismissed a reported apology attributed to Senator Uche Ekwunife, calling it “another fabrication.”
Ekwunife, the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate in the forthcoming Anambra election, was earlier accused of making allegations of infidelity against the governor’s wife.
In a statement issued Wednesday and signed by Mazi Ejimofor Opara, Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on New Media, the administration said the apology did not originate from the senator and therefore lacked credibility. The statement, titled “Sen. Ekwunife’s Purported Apology: Another Fabrication Fit for the Waste Bin,” described the unsigned message, purportedly from the “Ekwunife Campaign Organization,” as “suspicious, misleading, and inadequate.”
Opara explained that no such campaign group exists since Ekwunife is on a joint ticket with the APC governorship candidate.
“The publication purporting to be an apology for the defamatory statements made against the Governor and his wife personally by Senator Ekwunife does not appear to have emanated from the Senator herself, given that her defamatory statements were made directly via recorded video and leaked audio conversation,” the statement read.
According to Opara, any genuine retraction must come directly from Ekwunife and “using the same channels through which the offensive remarks were made.”
“The so-called apology never referenced Madam Ekwunife’s initial video and audio but instead focused on an unsigned article. This only points to her complicity, directly or indirectly, as the source of the article. It implies that no genuine apology was intended or tendered,” he added.
The statement also recalled that Dr. Nonye Soludo had challenged Ekwunife to take two steps: “first, to swear an oath before the Blessed Sacrament affirming fidelity to her marriage; and second, to subject her children to a DNA test, alongside the Soludos’ own children, to disprove the infidelity allegations.”
Opara stressed, “Any contrite apology must follow a personal and direct retraction of her defamatory statements,” adding, “Slander or libel directly made by an individual cannot be vicariously dismissed by any agent or proxy.”
Describing the alleged apology as “another unsubstantiated social media gossip,” the governor’s office said it would treat the document as nonexistent while continuing to demand a “clear and unambiguous retraction” from the senator herself.
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Kerala Lottery Result Sthree Sakthi SS 480 Lucky Draw (OUT) Today 12-08-2025 LIVE: The lottery department will announce the Kerala lottery “Sthree Sakthi SS-480” Result on behalf of the Keralan government. Today, August 12, 2025, at Gorky Bhavan Near Bakery Junction in Thiruvananthapuram, the Kerala Lottery Result 2025 for Kerala lottery “Sthree Sakthi SS-480” will be drawn. The department of Kerala State Lotteries publishes the lottery in 12 series, and the series can change. Every week, 108 lakh tickets were made available for purchase. The first-place winner receive bumper 1 Crore Rupees. Those who are anticipating today’s draw can view the Sthree Sakthi SS-480 outcome from August 12, 2025, right here. Stay updated on this website to avoid missing the Kerala Lottery Sthree Sakthi SS-480 Results live today.
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBER FOR 1ST PRIZE OF RS 1 CRORE IS: SM 351367
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KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBER FOR 2ND PRIZE OF RS 30 LAKHS IS: SG 842859
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 3RD PRIZE OF RS 5 LAKH ARE: SM 853549
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR CONSOLATION PRIZE OF RS 5,000 ARE: To Be Announced
(For The Tickets Ending with The Following Numbers below)
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 4TH PRIZE OF RS 1 LAKH ARE: 0146 0391 0430 0508 0823 2426 2428 2517 4236 4809 5976 6067 6096 6252 6505 7977 8200 8594 8665 9932
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 5TH PRIZE OF RS 2,000 ARE: 4875 5498 6699 6770 7293 7673
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 6TH PRIZE OF RS 1,000 ARE: 0317 1278 1459 1507 1658 2099 2414 3099 3176 3576 3853 4024 4147 4330 4747 5450 5933 6144 6845 7072 7534 7726 7829 8067 8927 9223 9298 9356 9737 9775
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 7TH PRIZE OF RS 500 ARE: 0082 0184 0417 0467 0479 0624 0676 0812 0842 0941 1485 1568 1690 1928 1976 2023 2111 2247 2344 2380 2383 2599 2654 2689 2807 2810 3074 3436 3454 3815 3844 4089 4225 4291 4313 4422 4653 4736 4830 4840 4920 5026 5055 5100 5414 5603 5712 6152 6215 6424 6593 6597 6620 7074 7127 7285 7469 7504 7667 7843 8062 8140 8240 8441 8569 8683 8808 8870 9203 9221 9405 9439 9636 9777 9946 9956
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 8TH PRIZE OF RS 100 ARE: To Be Announced
KERALA LOTTERY LUCKY TICKET NUMBERS FOR 9TH PRIZE OF RS 100 ARE: To Be Announced
KERALA LOTTERY 1st Prize: Rs 1 Crore
KERALA LOTTERY 2nd Prize: Rs. 40 lakhs
KERALA LOTTERY 3rd Prize: Rs. 25 lakhs
KERALA LOTTERY 4th Prize: Rs. 1 lakh
KERALA LOTTERY 5th Prize: Rs. 5,000
KERALA LOTTERY 6th Prize: Rs. 1,000
KERALA LOTTERY 7th Prize: Rs. 500
KERALA LOTTERY 8th Prize: Rs. 100
Consolation Prize: Rs. 5,000
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Winners of the Sthree Sakthi SS 480 lottery will face different procedures based on the prize amount. For winnings less than Rs 5,000, the amount can be claimed directly from any lottery shop in Kerala. However, if the prize exceeds Rs 5,000, winners must present their tickets along with identification at a bank or a government lottery office. It is crucial for winners to verify their numbers against the results published in the Kerala Government Gazette and to surrender their winning tickets within 30 days.
6th Prize Rs.1,000/-
0317 1278 1459 1507 1658 2099 2414 3099 3176 3576 3853 4024 4147 4330 4747 5450 5933 6144 6845 7072 7534 7726 7829 8067 8927 9223 9298 9356 9737 9775
5th Prize Rs.2,000/-
4875 5498 6699 6770 7293 7673
4th Prize Rs.5,000/-
0146 0391 0430 0508 0823 2426 2428 2517 4236 4809 5976 6067 6096 6252 6505 7977 8200 8594 8665 9932
– 3rd Prize Rs.5,00,000/- [5 Lakhs]
– SM 853549
– 2nd Prize Rs.30,00,000/- [30 Lakhs]
– SG 842859
– 1st Prize Rs.1,00,00,000/- [1 Crore]
– SM 351367
Prize winners should check their winning numbers against the results published in the Kerala Government Gazette. To claim their prizes, they must submit the winning tickets within 30 days.
A ticket with multiple security features can prevent claims if damaged. So keep the ticket safe. Those who won the prize less than Rs.5000 should approach any lottery shop in Kerala with the ticket to collect the amount. If the prize is more than 5000 then the ticket and identity documents should be brought to any bank or government lottery office.
The Akshaya Lottery is held on Sunday, the Win-Win Lottery is held on Monday, the Sthree Sakthi Lottery is held on Tuesday, the Fifty-Fifty Lottery is held on Wednesday, the Karunya Plus Lottery is held on Thursday, the Nirmal Lottery is held on Friday, and the Karunya Lottery is held on Saturday. Unfortunately, the government temporarily halted the sale of the Pournami lottery and introduced a new programme in the Monthly Lottery called Bhagyamithra Lottery. Live updates for the Kerala lottery results will start to appear from 3.05 pm on ZEE NEWS ENGLISH site.
There will be a 30 percent tax deduction from the amount you have won. You have to pay 10 percent amount as the commission of the agent. These are the amount that will be deducted from your prize.
Stay tuned for live updates on the Kerala Lottery Result for August 12, 2025. It’s crucial to note that online purchasing of Kerala lottery tickets is prohibited, carrying potential legal consequences. Engaging in such practices may lead to penalties imposed by legal authorities, as the state government strictly prohibits online selling and purchasing of lottery tickets.
The Kerala Lottery Result for Sthree Sakthi SS 480 is set to be drawn today. The public can view the Winning Number post at 2.55 pm during the live broadcast of Kerala Lottery Today. The announcement for the Kerala Lotteries Result today, dated August 12, 2025, is expected to follow shortly.
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The United States Mission in Nigeria has responded to widespread complaints from Nigerians about paying steep U.S. visa fees without any assurance that their applications will be approved.
According to a statement shared on its official X account and the U.S. Department of State website, the Mission explained that visa charges are non-refundable and non-transferable, but every application receives a thorough and impartial review.
“We understand the concerns regarding U.S. visa application fees,” the notice said. “As with most countries, these fees cover the cost of processing the application, regardless of the outcome. Each application is carefully and fairly evaluated. To improve your chances, prepare diligently and rely on the official resources provided on our website.”
Background
In May, the U.S. Department of State updated its global fee schedule for non-immigrant visas, a revision that also affects Nigerian applicants. The adjustment impacts almost all major visa categories, including business and tourism (B-1/B-2), student (F and M), exchange visitor (J), temporary worker (H), and investment-related visas (E-1 and E-2).
Under the revised structure, the fee for visitor visas still the most popular option for Nigerians travelling for business or tourism rose to $185. The same amount applies to transit (C-1), crew member (D), student (F and M), exchange visitor (J), media (I), trafficking victim (T), and crime victim (U) visas. Temporary worker visas such as H, L (intra-company transfer), O (extraordinary ability), P (athlete/artist), Q (cultural exchange), and R (religious worker) increased to $205.
Fiancé(e) visas (K) now cost $265, while treaty trader and investor visas (E-1/E-2) and the Australian specialty occupation visa (E-3) are set at $315.
Additional Requirements
Since July, most Nigerian citizens applying for U.S. non-immigrant visas have been limited to single-entry visas valid for three months, replacing the previous policy of longer or multiple entries.
Applicants in the F, M, and J categories are also required to make their social media profiles publicly visible and disclose all usernames or handles used within the past five years on their DS-160 applications. The State Department says this measure helps with national security screening, and failure to provide accurate information may affect eligibility.
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Pi Coin continues its extended downtrend, trading dangerously close to its all-time low. The cryptocurrency last touched this level at the beginning of August, and conditions suggest a retest may occur in September.
Investor behavior indicates growing pessimism, with selling pressure keeping the altcoin from recovering previous support levels.
The Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) highlights significant outflows from Pi Coin at the moment. The indicator has dropped to its lowest point in six weeks, reflecting strong selling pressure. Investors are pulling capital from the asset, undermining the chance of a rebound as it trades near critical support.
These persistent outflows indicate weakening confidence in Pi Coin’s stability. As investors liquidate holdings, fresh inflows remain absent, limiting potential price recovery. With the token hovering close to its all-time low, sentiment is turning increasingly negative, suggesting heightened vulnerability to further losses in the near-term market environment.
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Correlation with Bitcoin is adding to Pi Coin’s fragility. At present, the correlation coefficient stands at 0.92, one of the highest readings this year. Such a strong connection means Pi Coin is highly likely to follow Bitcoin’s trajectory, regardless of independent developments or smaller technical signals on its own chart.
Throughout August, this correlation kept Pi Coin locked in a downtrend alongside Bitcoin’s struggles. BTC has failed to reclaim $115,000 as a sustainable support level, raising the risk of continued weakness. Should Bitcoin decline further, Pi Coin will likely mirror the move, potentially slipping to new multi-month lows.
Pi Coin trades at $0.353, just below resistance at $0.362. The altcoin remains trapped in a downtrend lasting more than three months. Attempts to break out have failed four times, leaving the token vulnerable and positioned close to its all-time low as selling pressure intensifies.
If these conditions persist, Pi Coin could lose support at $0.344. A decline to $0.322 would retest its all-time low, and continued selling may even push the price further down to $0.300. Such a move would confirm new weakness and mark fresh historic lows for the token.
If Pi Coin breaks the downtrend and reclaims $0.362 as support, it could rally toward $0.401. This move would stabilize the market structure and counter bearish conditions. A recovery of this magnitude would challenge the ongoing selling narrative and provide short-term relief for investors holding the token.
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