ECB Pauses Hike as Oil Tops $90, Ripple Whales Accumulate

The European Central Bank (ECB) is likely to pause its interest rate hike on July 23, according to Reuters. This decision comes as oil prices top $90, keeping a September hike in play. The ECB's July account noted Brent near $94 and markets primed for more hikes.

On the other hand, Ripple (XRP) whales are accumulating while small holders sell. Santiment data shows 70 million XRP added by 1-10 million wallets, while Binance reserves fall to a 6-month low.