Crypto lender Nexo, which manages $11 billion in assets, announces return to the US after regulatory exit in late 2022
Nexo’s return to the American market has become possible thanks to the changes in crypto industry regulations under the Donald Trump administration.
Nexo Is Coming Back to the US – Why It Matters
Nexo co-founder Antoni Trenchev announced the return during an exclusive business event attended by Donald Trump Jr., a vocal supporter of the crypto industry. The gathering underscored the growing political support for digital assets in the US.
“America is back — and so is Nexo. Thanks to the vision and leadership of President Donald J. Trump, his administration, and his family, the United States is once again a place where innovation is championed, not stifled. A place where pioneers are celebrated. Nexo is returning to America — stronger, smarter, and determined to win,” Trenchev said.
Donald Trump Jr. reinforced this sentiment, stating:
“Crypto is the future of finance. We must bring this innovation back to American soil to maintain our economic leadership.”
US users will regain access to all Nexo services, including:
High-yield crypto savings accounts
Asset-backed credit lines
Advanced trading
Institutional-grade liquidity solutions
Over the past week, the network’s native token, NEXO, surged by more than 12%, and the positive sentiment continued today following the news. Its market cap stands at $1.2 billion.
It exited the US in 2022 due to regulatory pressure. The SEC and several states (New York, Kentucky, and Vermont) accused Nexo of offering unregistered securities through its Earn Interest products. The crypto lender later agreed to pay a $45 million fine and discontinued services for US customers.
Now, with a more favorable regulatory climate, Nexo’s return marks a pivotal shift. The platform now aims to reinforce its mission of empowering users to grow and preserve crypto wealth with secure, tailored solutions.
Nexo CEO Antoni Trenchev with Donald Trump Jr. Source: BeInCrypto
Under Trump’s leadership, US regulators appear more open to crypto innovation, potentially paving the way for other exiled platforms to return. Recently, crypto market maker DWF Labs also announced its entry into the US market.
Today, we announced an important and significant milestone in our journey towards building the internet financial system with our official OCC National Trust Bank charter application for First National Digital Currency Bank, N.A. https://t.co/Zx4bWGy388
— Jeremy Allaire – jda.eth / jdallaire.sol (@jerallaire) June 30, 2025
This marks a strategic regulatory step following Circle’s IPO earlier this month, which valued the company at nearly $18 billion.
More importantly, it signals Circle’s intent to align with forthcoming US stablecoin regulation.
Tether’s USDT still dominates the global stablecoin market, with a 62.5% share. Much of that usage occurs outside US borders, especially across Asia.
USDT’s popularity comes from its liquidity and deep exchange integrations. But in the US, the regulatory space is shifting.
Congress is preparing to pass the GENIUS Act into law. This landmark stablecoin bill requires issuers to hold fully backed reserves and obtain federal licenses.
Once passed, only licensed firms like National Trust Banks would be allowed to issue stablecoins at scale. This gives Circle a first-mover advantage.
Circle’s USDC Market Cap Chart in June. Source: BeInCrypto
Tether’s USDT Still Dominates—But for How Long?
By becoming a national trust bank, Circle positions USDC as a fully compliant, US-regulated stablecoin.
It would likely become the preferred choice for banks, fintechs, and regulated institutions looking to integrate stablecoins.
Meanwhile, Tether operates under an El Salvador registration and is not regulated under US federal frameworks.
That gap could become more problematic if US exchanges are required to delist or restrict access to unlicensed stablecoins.
Circle’s strategy goes beyond regulation. It aims to control more of its infrastructure by directly managing USDC reserves, rather than relying on custodians like BNY Mellon.
The trust license would also allow Circle to serve institutional clients seeking to custody tokenized stocks and bonds—not just crypto.
For everyday users, this could mean broader USDC integration in wallets, payment apps, and financial services. As regulation tightens, US-based platforms may shift preference from USDT to USDC.
To sum it up, USDC could:
Be used more in tokenized finance (real estate, stocks).
See better integration with banking apps and neobanks.
Offer stronger consumer protections under US law.
Tether still holds global dominance. But Circle’s trust bank application could shift the balance within US markets.
In the coming months, the US may have to choose between offshore liquidity and onshore compliance. Circle just made its move.
Bitcoin’s price has surged over the last few days, reigniting hopes of reaching a new all-time high (ATH). As of the latest price action, BTC is just inches away from breaching the $110,000 resistance.
Despite the strong momentum, Bitcoin may struggle to form a new ATH if external factors such as the upcoming CPI report is weighed in.
Bitcoin Investors’ Greed Rises
Trader sentiment has been on the rise recently, signaling an increase in optimism. However, this shift toward bullishness could be a warning sign of an impending market top. As Bitcoin enters the Greed zone, it raises concerns that the asset could be overbought. Historically, this has been a signal that Bitcoin’s price is reaching its peak, and a reversal could follow soon after.
While the market sentiment may suggest a continuation of the bull run, Bitcoin has often extended its rise even while in the Greed zone. This mixed signal has left investors uncertain, as the typical pattern of a market top may not always apply. As Bitcoin inches closer to its $110,000 resistance, the heightened optimism could also set the stage for a price correction.
Bitcoin’s macro momentum is heavily influenced by the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, scheduled for release on June 11. The CPI for May is forecasted to rise by 0.2%, which would increase the year-over-year (YoY) inflation rate from 2.3% in April to 2.5%. This increase could contribute to market uncertainty, especially if inflation remains higher than expected.
Additionally, recent selling behavior in the market has contributed to a more cautious investor outlook. The rising red bars on the chart indicate rising Bitcoin sales by investors.
This, combined with the CPI data, could lead to bearish sentiment, prompting a decline in Bitcoin’s price. Investors may adjust their positions, anticipating that the rising inflation could negatively impact Bitcoin’s growth, especially if market expectations are not met.
Bitcoin Exchange Net Position Change. Source: Glassnode
BTC Price Is Close To A New High
Bitcoin’s price is currently at $109,480, just below the critical $110,000 resistance. Although BTC briefly crossed this resistance in the past 24 hours, the broader market signals suggest a potential price drop. With rising trader sentiment and the looming CPI report, Bitcoin could struggle to maintain its current level.
If the CPI report fails to meet investor expectations, Bitcoin could drop to its next support level of $108,000. This decline would be in response to the bearish sentiment surrounding the potential inflation rise. A failure to break above the $110,000 resistance could signal a more prolonged downturn for Bitcoin’s price, sending it to $108,000 or $106,265, wiping a chunk of the recent gains.
On the other hand, if the CPI report comes in below expectations, showing a YoY inflation rate of 2.1% instead of 2.3%, Bitcoin could experience a bounce back. In this case, securing $110,000 as support could lead Bitcoin toward its ATH of $111,980 and beyond. A positive CPI report would likely renew investor confidence, pushing Bitcoin to new highs and invalidating the bearish outlook.
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