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Weekly Crypto Recap: Trump Unlock, Airdrop Claims, NFT Crash & Solana ETF

May 25, 2025
Weekly Crypto Recap: Trump Unlock, Airdrop Claims, NFT Crash & Solana ETF
Serkan D
Written by Serkan D Founder & CEO, Airdrop Hot List 500+ Airdrops Reviewed

πŸŒͺ️ This Week in Crypto: Trump Unlock, Airdrop Alerts, NFT Losses & More

The crypto market remains as chaotic as ever β€” from Trump’s memecoin drama to $15M rug pulls and Solana ETFs. Whether you’re here for airdrops or to watch markets burn (or moon), here’s your crypto round-up of the week brought to you by Airdrop Hot List.


πŸ’£ 1. $320M Trump Token Unlock Incoming

The TRUMP memecoin is facing a serious test. Next week, $320 million worth of tokens (20% of supply) will be unlocked.

πŸ”» What to know:

  • Token is already down 83% since launch

  • Unlock = increased selling pressure

  • Market depth is only 2% β€” volatility ahead

πŸ’¬ With investors already nursing a $2B loss, this unlock could accelerate downward momentum unless serious demand kicks in.


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🎁 2. Airdrop Claims You Shouldn’t Miss

Airdrops are still the easiest way to earn free tokens β€” if you don’t miss them. Here are two hot ones live now:

  • 🧠 KERNEL Airdrop β€” Now claimable, tradable on Blofin and Bybit

  • πŸ”— Virtual Protocol β€” Listed on Binance; airdrop details on Airdrop Hot List

πŸ’‘ Always verify sources, and act fast β€” airdrops disappear quickly.


🧊 3. $16M NFT Sells at Massive Loss

CryptoPunk #3100, a rare alien punk, just sold for 4,000 ETH, marking a $10M+ loss for the previous buyer.

  • Former value: $16M

  • New sale: ~ $6M

  • CryptoPunk floor price: now at 42 ETH (~$65K)

πŸ’€ The NFT market continues to cool as speculation fades and holders exit at a loss.


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🧨 4. Coinbase and the $15M Rug Pull Scandal

In a bizarre twist, a token titled β€œBase is for everyone” skyrocketed to a $17M market cap, then crashed 90%.

πŸ“Œ Hosted on Zora
πŸ“‰ Alleged pump-and-dump
🚫 Coinbase denies involvement

πŸ‘€ Web3 memes meet financial instruments β€” but not without risk.


πŸ“ˆ 5. Canada Approves Spot Solana ETFs

Canada just launched North America’s first spot Solana ETFs.

  • Follows their Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF success

  • Offers regulated access to SOL, the 6th largest crypto

  • U.S. still waiting on SEC approval

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Canada once again leads the charge in crypto ETF innovation.


🏫 6. Scottish School Now Accepts Bitcoin

Lomond School in Scotland is the first UK private school to accept Bitcoin for tuition.

  • Parents requested crypto payment

  • School instantly converts BTC to GBP

  • Ensures compliance with UK regulations

πŸŽ“ Crypto adoption isn't just for exchanges β€” education joins the blockchain.


Volatility Check

Meme-driven opportunities can move fast, but hype can disappear just as quickly. Our meme coins guide helps you understand cycles, volatility, and safer ways to evaluate momentum.

πŸͺ™ 7. Gold Hits New All-Time High

Gold soared to $3,358 this week before a mild correction to $3,290.

πŸ” Key Drivers:

  • U.S.-Japan-Mexico trade talks

  • Ongoing China tensions

  • Safe haven narrative

πŸ“Š As digital assets fluctuate, many are rotating into physical commodities like gold β€” or even tokenized versions on platforms like Bybit.


🧾 Final Thoughts

From memecoins crashing and airdrops launching, to NFT markdowns and real-world crypto adoption, it’s clear that crypto continues to blur the line between hype and innovation.

βœ… Stay ready:

  • Monitor token unlocks

  • Track airdrops (with Airdrop Hot List)

  • Beware of rug pulls

  • Follow macro trends like ETFs and gold

β€”

πŸ“’ Subscribe to Airdrop Hot List for weekly updates that help you farm smarter, trade wiser, and stay one step ahead.


πŸ“š Also Read:

πŸ‘‰ Why Did the Mantra Token Drop 90% in One Candle?
πŸ‘‰ Top 5 Crypto News Last Week: Satoshi’s 50th & Blofin Deals
πŸ‘‰ How to Buy Stocks with Crypto β€” Full Guide


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