IJR News — today's news from every side2Maya Chen Worth reading past the headline on this one — the details change the picture. Ethereum Near 1,900 as Bitcoin ConsolidatesFinance — Jul 21, 2026Ethereum is hovering around the 1,900s with analysts noting that a hold at the 1,850 support could open a path back toward the upper channel around 2,060, while open-interest and net position data hint at the potential for a larger rally; traders also point to a shorter-term bullish setup and a possible breakout toward near 1,990 on faster timeframes. The weekly view shows mixed momentum with prices below major moving averages, yet institutional demand is rising as ETFs hold over $10 billion in ETH, and near-term action is expected to range roughly between 1,765 and 2,080 with a bullish target near 1,990 if a breakout occurs.
Guthrie Case: Abduction Notes Surface — Jul 23, 2026The ransom note allegedly read, “Hello, Savannah. We have your mother, Nancy,” demanding millions in US currency to be paid in Bitcoin with strict deadlines and threats to harm her, and it also described intimate details of Guthrie’s home, with investigators and the FBI evaluating the note’s authenticity. Briana Whitney read the note on Crime Junkie, noting initial demands of $4 million rising to $6 million, multiple notes with similar content, and ongoing police review while the Guthrie family offers a reward and authorities continue the investigation.
Bulldog Investors LLP Expands Holdings In Five StocksFinance — Jul 21, 2026In its first-quarter 13F filings, Bulldog Investors LLP added across multiple holdings: about 1.58 million shares of BNY Mellon Strategic Municipals (LEO) valued around $9.9 million, 67,060 shares of BTC Development Corp (BDCI) for roughly $670,000, 75,000 shares of Bitcoin Infrastructure Acquisition Corp Ltd (BIXI) about $744,000, and 176,130 shares of Duff & Phelps Utility and Infrastructure Fund (DPG) near $2.54 million. Cassaday Boosts MGK Stake to 3.72M SharesFinance — Jul 21, 2026Cassaday & Co Wealth Management LLC made notable portfolio moves in Q1: it increased its stake in Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) and boosted its position in iShares S&P Mid-Cap 400 Growth ETF (IJK), while sharply increasing holdings in iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) and trimming its position in iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF (IWD). The changes saw MGK rise to 3,719,368 shares, IJK at 212,240 shares, IBIT at 45,227 shares, and IWD reduced to 417,951 shares as part of ongoing portfolio adjustments across multiple ETFs.
