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Forbes
5 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Did Bitcoin Turn Pretty? Why Summer 2025 Is For The Girls
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 16: (L-R) Gavin Casalegno, Lola Tung and Christopher Briney attend "The ... More Summer I Turned Pretty" Season Three Launch Party on July 16, 2025 in New York City. (Photo byfor Prime Video) Summer 2025 may go down in history as the season when Bitcoin stopped being the outsider and became the main character. What began as an experimental digital currency traded on obscure forums has, fifteen years later, matured into a global asset at the center of Washington policy, Wall Street portfolios, and mortgage approvals. This summer didn't just mark Bitcoin's hottest days. It marked its arrival. Between a record-breaking price surge, landmark legislation, and unprecedented mainstream financial integration, Bitcoin has moved past the era of ideological fringe to claim a front-row seat in global finance. Here are three reasons why Summer 2025 is a Bitcoin summer. Bitcoin Price Hit A New All-Time High, And It Wasn't Just Hype On July 14, 2025, Bitcoin reached $123,091.61, its highest price ever recorded, capping off a nearly 30% surge since January. The milestone followed a wave of renewed institutional investment, with ETF inflows at record levels and retail interest returning amid growing policy clarity. The rally felt different this time. Less like the speculative manias of 2017 or 2021, and more like a reflection of Bitcoin's position in the financial mainstream. ETF flows from providers like BlackRock, Fidelity, and Franklin Templeton have helped push Bitcoin into retirement accounts and brokerage portfolios. In previous cycles, price booms were often dismissed as driven by hype, memes, and momentum. But today, Bitcoin is being discussed not just in Telegram chats but in earnings calls, investment committees, and Capitol Hill hearings. Bitcoin Sheds Its Partisan Image As The GENIUS Act Brings Bipartisan Legitimacy For years, Bitcoin has carried a reputation, fair or not, as a cause embraced primarily by libertarians, tech bros, and more recently, the MAGA-aligned wing of the Republican party. However, that perception began to shift significantly this summer with the passage of the GENIUS Act, the first federal law to establish a clear framework for stablecoin regulation. Signed into law on July 18, 2025, the bill passed with overwhelming bipartisan support and signals a broader institutional embrace of digital assets, including Bitcoin. While the GENIUS Act focuses on dollar-backed stablecoins, its impact reaches far beyond. By providing regulatory clarity and standards for digital asset issuers, custodians, and reserve management, the law creates an environment where Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies can grow within the bounds of established financial norms. It also helps distance the space from its earlier associations with regulatory gray areas and political extremism. This shift is particularly significant for groups that have been historically underrepresented in the crypto world. Statistically, women are less likely to invest in digital assets and more likely to vote for candidates outside the Republican party. A regulatory framework that emphasizes transparency, compliance, and consumer protection makes the industry more accessible to broader demographics, including women who may have been wary of crypto's Wild West past. The passage of the GENIUS Act marks a turning point. No longer defined by slogans or partisan divides, digital assets are moving into a phase of maturity. For Bitcoin, the law brings more than legal recognition. It brings the promise of new participants, new voices, and a more diverse future. Bitcoin Has Officially Entered The Chat From memes to mortgages, Bitcoin has entered the mainstream in ways that once seemed improbable. This summer, the Federal Housing Finance Agency officially issued guidance allowing cryptocurrency to count as a reserve asset when underwriting mortgages purchased by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. That means Bitcoin, under the right conditions, can now help homebuyers qualify for a loan backed by the U.S. government. The move is part of a broader normalization of Bitcoin in traditional finance. ETFs have opened new on-ramps for both retail and institutional investors, and more banks are exploring Bitcoin custody, payments integration, and even stablecoin issuance. Bitcoin is being discussed not just as a speculative asset, but also as a component of diversified portfolios, financial planning strategies, and corporate treasuries. Culturally, too, Bitcoin's image is shifting. What was once the domain of libertarians and crypto-anarchists has expanded to include professional athletes, pension funds, and suburban homeowners. Even traditionally cautious sectors like healthcare and higher education have begun experimenting with Bitcoin adoption, either on their balance sheets or through philanthropic arms. The idea of Bitcoin as 'fringe' no longer holds. It has outgrown its early identity crisis and settled into something both more complex and more accepted. It's not about overthrowing the system anymore, it's becoming part of it. The Soft Launch Is Over This summer didn't just bring beach days and blockbuster headlines, it brought a narrative shift. Bitcoin has had its moments before, but never quite like this. The convergence of policy clarity, market highs, and real-world utility suggests not just a seasonal high but a turning point in long-term adoption. There are still challenges ahead. Regulatory uncertainty remains for some aspects of crypto. Energy debates, custody risks, and international competition continue to swirl. But the foundation laid in Summer 2025 points to a future where Bitcoin isn't just surviving, it's thriving. In the end, it may not be the flashiest headlines that mark Bitcoin's breakthrough, but the quieter signs of permanence. Mortgages. Laws. Retirement accounts. Public trust. These are the slow, steady victories that define maturity.
Cosmopolitan
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Cast Lip Reading
We're currently three episodes into the final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty, you're arguing with almost everyone about Team Jacob vs Team Conrad, and you may or may not have purchased several items of Belly's wardrobe. Like, it's SERIOUS. Meanwhile, the cast has been doing a ton of press for the show, and if you're wondering what their vibe is when they think no one's watching, great news: TikTok-famous lip reader @tismejackieg went ahead and analyzed some red carpet footage of Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, and Gavin Casalegno. And happy to report that they're very cute/chill in real life! There are few things more fun than discovering what celebs are saying to each other when they think no one is paying attention, so bless you, @tismejackieg. But before we go, quick update on the whole "will The Summer I Turned Pretty follow the books" discourse. The verdict is still out, but just want to point out that Gavin Casalegno recently teased a happy ending for Jeremiah, telling Entertainment Weekly, "It was fun, especially on my side of things, seeing how much the character grew throughout the season and how you could really see the maturity in the decisions towards the end of the series. So the final scenes were kind of a nice, happy button for Jeremiah—at least, I hope that people watching feel that way." Just in case you're looking to spiral.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3, Episode 2: 5 Things You May Have Missed, From ‘To All The Boys' Parallels To 'Red' References And More
The Summer I Turned Pretty's Season 3 premiere ended with a heartbreaking reveal that sent Belly (Lola Tung) tearfully sprinting away from Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Season 3, Episode 2, 'Last Christmas,' shows her processing Jere's betrayal and questioning their future together, while remembering a secret of her own that could change everything if she let it… Spoilers for Season 3, Episode 2 ahead. In hopes of distracting herself from thoughts of Jeremiah and Lacie's Spring Break hookup, Belly gets her passport for Paris. She's taking the letdown hard and even shutting Taylor out, but when Steven gets into a car accident after a fight with Tay, the friends reunite in the hospital and Jeremiah shows up for support. Belly's unable to reach her parents (who are casually hooking up at a literary conference), but in a heroic twist, Conrad asks for a favor on the first day of his summer clinic job, and his Stanford supervisor ensures Steven gets the best care. Unfortunately, Conrad gets fired before his shift ends, but thankfully, Steven is OK! Still, the accident gives everyone a scare and shifts priorities. Before the end credits roll, Belly agrees to try again with Jere, and — wait for it —accepts his spontaneous marriage proposal! Since The Summer I Turned Pretty is such a thoughtfully-crafted love letter to fans, each week until its September 17 finale, Decider will be taking a closer look at each episode and highlighting five moments that deserve to be put under the microscope. Whether they're blink-and-miss-it details, brilliant Easter eggs, or major scenes that need to be talked through in greater depth, we're here to obsess over, hypothesize, and dissect the series alongside you. We're also shouting out a standout needle drop each episode, since the show's soundtrack absolutely slaps. From the walls of Belly's dorm room and more 'Red' references to masterful Jenny Han Easter eggs and more, here are five things you may have missed in The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 2, 'Last Christmas.' The Posters In Belly's Room In Season 3, Episode 1, we dissected the photo wall in Belly's dorm room. And in Episode 2, we got a glimpse at two posters that carry major meaning in TSITP's world. The first is a poster for Sabrina, the 1954 film starring Audrey Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart, and William Holden. Fans know that Belly loves old movies and even watched Sabrina on her drive-in movie date with Cam (David Iacono) in Season 1. But a Sabrina poster was also the inspo behind TSITP's Season 3 promo shot that show Jere kissing Belly on the cheek as Conrad looks on. For those who don't know, the movie shows Hepburn's character, Sabrina, in a love triangle of sorts with two brothers. Sound familiar?! Fans can't help but wonder if the references are teasing TSITP's endgame, which, if we're going by movie parallels, would be Conrad. Speaking of Conrad, there's also a Bye Bye Birdie poster in Belly's dorm. In Book 3, Belly reminisces about watching old musicals on Wednesday nights as a kid with her mom. She explains that her favorite was Bye Bye Birdie, and says she used to sing, 'We love you, Conrad, oh yes we do. We love you, Conrad, and we'll be true.' Instead of Conrad Birdie, however, she was admittedly singing about Conrad Fisher. Another endgame hint?! Belly Wearing Red (Again) As the trailer for TSITP Season 3 taught us, in terms of Taylor Swift songs, Conrad is 'Red' and Jeremiah is 'Daylight' (aka 'golden'). After Belly was spotted wearing red in Season 3 promo material, fans believed the wardrobe could be another intentional Belly/Conrad endgame tease — especially when the bold color continued to appear throughout the two-episode premiere. In Episode 1, Belly wore a red shirt, and later, when Conrad called Jere and she answered the phone, she was wearing red sunglasses. In Episode 2, after her fight with Jeremiah, she wore a RED jacket with GOLDEN stripes, ate from a Ramen cup that also featured red and gold at a table with red mustard and yellow ketchup bottles (am I unwell?!), and wore red PJs in her Conrad Christmas flashback. Now, people are allowed to wear red whenever they please! But knowing Jenny's attention to detail, it's hard not to feel like Belly's wardrobe colors here were purposeful. More Top-Tier Jenny Han Easter Eggs (Christmas Flashback Edition) The Season 3 premiere showed a photo of Belly and Jere dressed as Lara Jean Covey and Peter Kavinsky for Halloween in an adorable nod to To All The Boys I've Loved Before, but the Jenny Han-iverse references didn't stop there! In Episode 2, fans clocked more subtle parallels between TSITP, To All The Boys, and XO, Kitty, including the side-by-side floor lay and the classic 'Girl Falls, Crush Stares Down Before Helping Her Up' scene. We see you, Jenny! BONUS: When Belly does finally leave the floor, does it, uh, look like Conrad is carrying her like a groom would carry a bride over a threshold? Interesting. The Crossword Puzzle Book Sorry, we're not done with Episode 2's Jenny Han-iverse references yet. But the crossword puzzle book is just so major that it deserved its own entry! During the Christmas flashback, when Belly had her feelings realization for Conrad, fans noticed (and were not happy with!) her narration saying, 'a part of me will always love you' instead of 'I still love you,' like she did in the book. But a brilliant crossword puzzle scene made up for the disaapointment. After Conrad left the Cousins house, Belly found a 'Merry Christmas' note he left her in his book of crossword puzzles and picked up a pencil to answer 12 Down, another Jenny Han novel: P.S. I Still Love You. If you look closely, you'll see that Conrad had already filled in and erased the answer. So Belly wrote the word 'STILL' again, a word that also mirrored her continual feelings for Conrad. In case that wasn't impactful enough, the word 'CROSSWORD' also appears in Taylor Swift's song, 'Red' (aka Belly's Conrad anthem). She sings, 'Fighting with him was like trying to solve a crossword and realizing there's no right answer.' And if THAT wasn't impactful enough, the reflection of the crossword puzzle book on the table forms an infinity sign, a direct callback to Belly and Conrad's connection. IYKYK. More Jeremiah Text-To-Screen Changes In Season 3's premiere, we noted our shock over the decision to add an extra layer of chaos to Jeremiah's already Not Great circumstances by having him graduate late. (Was he not GOING THROUGH IT HARD ENOUGH?!) In Episode 2, TSITP does him dirty again — first, by revealing he slept with Lacie TWICE. Ouch! Then, by changing the proposal scene so that he didn't have a ring or get down on one knee to pop the question. Ouch again! (Especially when you remember he got down on both knees earlier to beg Belly's forgiveness. And Conrad got down on on knee in the flashback to help her up.) The scene was set to Benson Boone's 'Forever and a Day,' not a Taylor Swift song, which seems like another questionable sign. But TBD! On the bright side, Jere's show proposal came off a lot less desperate and calculated than it did in the book, which I personally enjoyed. The spontaneity (which resulted in no ring/kneel), plus Belly's enthusiasm and cute ESP callback, made the moment read more like a mutual idea and less like an ultimatum, proof of commitment, or solution to the problem. Some of Jere's changes Season 3 text to screen changes still feel harsh to me, but maybe they'll make more sense down the line. And as for no ring, perhaps there's a cute ring buying scene and another down-on-one-knee redo ahead. We're trusting the process! BONUS: Episode 2's Winning Needle Drop Make no mistake: Episode 2 opening with Olivia Rodrigo's 'Lacy' as Belly tearfully processed Jere's Lacie betrayal was absolutely iconic. But Sufjan Stevens' 'Mystery of Love' setting the scene for the Conrad Christmas flashback was pure magic. And the transition to Conrad listening to the song in present day while getting a text from Belly? Jenny Han cooked. Want more The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Easter eggs? Be sure to read our '5 Things You May Have Missed From Episode 1″ recap and share any we missed! New episodes of The Summer I Turn Pretty premiere Wednesdays at 3:00 a.m. ET on Prime Video. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘The Summer I Turned Pretty' Season 3, Episode 1: 5 Things You May Have Missed, From Belly's Photo Wall To Sour Patch Kids And More
Calling all The Summer I Turned Pretty fans. We are so back (to the beach). It's been an agonizing wait since TSITP's eventful Season 2 finale aired back in August 2023 and we watched Belly (Lola Tung) choose Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) over Conrad (Christopher Briney). But the hit Prime Video drama returned for its highly-anticipated third and final season, which will give our Summer Queen the chance to choose between the Fisher brothers again. (Hopefully for good this time!) Spoilers for Season 3, Episode 1 ahead. Season 3, Episode 1, 'Last Season,' checks in with Belly at the end of her junior year of college. She's prepping to spend a romantic summer at Cousins with her boyfriend Jere, but after learning he had sex with a girl named Lacie (Lily Donoghue) during a Spring Break trip to Cabo, she curses him out and questions their future together. Meanwhile, Conrad is thriving at Stanford in California. And Taylor (Rain Spencer) and Steven (Sean Kaufman) are navigating relationship drama of their own. Since The Summer I Turned Pretty is such a thoughtfully-crafted love letter to fans, each week until its September 17 finale, Decider will be taking a closer look at each episode and highlighting five moments that deserve to be put under the microscope. Whether they're blink-and-miss-it details, brilliant Easter eggs, or major scenes that need to be talked through in greater depth, we're here to obsess over, hypothesize, and dissect the series alongside you. We're also shouting out a standout needle drop each episode, since the show's soundtrack absolutely slaps. From a To All The Boys I've Loved Before reference to a Sour Patch Kids sighting and more, here are five things you may have missed in The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3, Episode 1, 'Last Season.' Top-Tier Jenny Han Easter Eggs (Belly's Photo Wall Edition) We're only two episodes into Season 3, but we're utterly convinced that Jenny Han is at the top of her Easter egg game. In Episode 1, the photo wall in Belly's dorm gives us a glimpse at key moments and milestones in her relationship with Jeremiah that we missed, but two memories in particular have us squealing. In the bottom lefthand corner, a Halloween photo shows Belly and Jere dressed as To All The Boys I've Loved Before's Lara Jean Covey and Peter Kavinsky — the first (but not the last!) nod to the Jenny Han Universe. And right above that is a photo of Jere and Belly all dressed up for a formal event. Corsage on wrist! After Conrad forgot Belly's corsage at prom in Season 5, Jeremiah said via voiceover, 'I would have done it right. I wouldn't have forgotten the corsage. I'd have given her the perfect night.' So no matter whose team you're on, here's hoping this photo is proof that Belly finally got a 'perfect night.' Connie Baby Thriving In Therapy I don't care what anyone says: Conrad Fisher has never been hotter than he is in Season 3, when he goes to therapy! on his own! for personal growth! and to learn healthy coping mechanisms for dealing with anxiety, pain, and panic attacks! *swoon!* This is 100% your. look, Connie Baby! When we first see Conrad in Season 3's premiere, he's strutting down the halls of Stanford to 'Can't Stop' by Red Hot Chili Peppers. He's playing football again! He's smiling! He has a college bestie named Agnes (Zoé De Grand'Maison)! He's being studious! Instead of another season spent brooding and shutting people out, he's actively trying to better himself and enjoying life more as a result. We love that for him. And while I doubt a single soul watched Episode 1 without clocking that Conrad was a Therapy Man now, it's such a crucial development that it deserved a spot on the list. In Conrad's Eyes, Belly Is Golden Based on TSITP's Season 3 trailer, Conrad is 'Red' for Belly in terms of Taylor Swift songs, while 'Daylight' encapsulates her feelings for Jeremiah. In Season 3's premiere, however, it seems Belly is also 'golden' in Conrad's eyes. The top photo is a screenshot from the Season 1 premiere, when Belly remembers how Conrad looked at her for the first time that summer. As the bottom screenshot shows, however, when he replays the same memory in his own head during therapy ( ), Belly is glowing gold, basking in daylight. It's a tiny touch, but one that speaks volumes. Without Conrad having to articulate it, the scene confirms that Belly taught him love isn't black and white. It's golden. (Sobbing.) Peep Those Sour Patch Kids (And Coke!) Even when Belly is sitting in her college library contemplating studying abroad in Paris for a semester, Conrad and Jeremiah are still in the room with us, via thoughtfully selected snacks. In the Season 2 finale, we watched Conrad crush his brother's hopes by insisting that Belly liked Sour Patch Kids more than Swedish Fish. The boys selected their sweet treats and presented them to TSITP's leading lady, who unknowingly delivered a major blow to Jere by choosing Conrad's Sour Patch Kids. Fans felt that the choice to have the candy on the table here not only served as a reminder of how well Conrad knows Belly, but foreshadowed their reunion. (Sour Patch Kids is thrilled and officially Team Conrad, BTW.) That said, if you look closer, you'll see that Jeremiah has a presence, too. Is that a Cherry Coke we see Belly drinking? Because we only know one Fisher brother who's a fan of her 'half cherry half coke' specialty… Another Jenny Han Season 3 win! The Summer I Turned Pretty Is Kicking Jeremiah When He's Down Those who read We'll Always Have Summer, the third book in The Summer I Turned Pretty series, knew that Jere's big Cabo cheating reveal was coming. But I audibly gasped when I learned that the show added another layer of pain to his plate by not having him graduate! Season 3 really said, 'Let's stray from the text and make things worse for this man,' and that seems like a real choice. As for why the additional twist in Jere's storyline was necessary, we'll have to see if there's more to it beyond the added tension we saw between him and Conrad/his dad/Belly's Paris plans in the two-part premiere. BONUS: Episode 1's Winning Needle Drop From The Cranberries and Nelly feat. Kelly Rowland to Chappell Roan and more, Season 3's premiere featured lots of exciting artists and musical moments, but there was only one Taylor Swift song, and it a doozy. As Belly sprints away from Jeremiah after learning about Cabo, 'You're Losing Me (From The Vault)' perfectly sets the mood. But with lyrics like 'I wouldn't marry me either' does the song also foreshadow the end of TSITP's story? Stay tuned! Want more The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Easter eggs? Be sure to read our '5 Things You May Have Missed From Episode 2' recap and share any we missed! New episodes of The Summer I Turn Pretty premiere Wednesdays at 3:00 a.m. ET on Prime Video.
South China Morning Post
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Meet Rain Spencer, who plays Taylor in The Summer I Turned Pretty: she's wanted to act since she was 5 and gets into character with SZA, Doja Cat and Jorja Smith
As fans eagerly tune in for the third and final season of The Summer I Turned Pretty , it's not just the central love triangle between Belly , Jeremiah and Conrad that's stealing the show. Another couple – Rain Spencer's Taylor Jewel and her childhood crush Steven, played by Sean Kaufman – are also keeping fans hooked. The launch event of The Summer I Turned Pretty's season three in New York, with Rain Spencer on the right. Spencer stars as the confident 'queen bee' Taylor, who has grown into a fan favourite since her debut in season one as a supporting character. Appearing alongside co-stars Lola Tung (Belly), Christopher Briney (Conrad) and Gavin Casalegno (Jeremiah), Spencer brings maturity and vulnerability to Taylor's journey as she navigates a rocky relationship with Steven following a four-year time jump. Advertisement Here's everything you need to know about the 25-year-old actress, Rain Spencer. What other roles has Rain Spencer played? Rain Spencer made her debut in the film Good Girl Jane, which premiered in 2022. Photo: @goodgirljanefilm/Instagram The Summer I Turned Pretty is only Spencer's second professional acting role, she told 1883 magazine. The show was filmed in North Carolina, where she lived from ages three to eight after moving there from Germany, where she was born, per Teen Vogue. Her first film role was Good Girl Jane, which premiered at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival. Inspired by director Sarah Elizabeth Mintz's own experiences, the script of Good Girl Jane immediately captivated Spencer, according to an interview she gave to CherryPicks. The film's emotional story gave Spencer the opportunity to portray a deeply troubled character, earning her the award for best performance in a US narrative feature at Tribeca. Spencer has also appeared in the sci-fi horror film Test Screening in 2024, as well as shorts The Garden and The Talking Heads in 2010. She has wanted to act since she was five
