Rostin Behnam is stepping down as chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission on Jan. 20, calling for stronger crypto oversight and leaving behind a legacy of enforcement.

In a world where cryptocurrencies dominate conversations, only a few stand out as true game-changers. Among them, Qubetics ($TICS), Immutable X, and ICP are captivating attention for their unique offerings and visionary goals. Qubetics is transforming blockchain connectivity with its Web3-aggregated chain, Immutable X is revolutionising scalability for NFTs, and ICP is bringing the internet […]

Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University, has heavily criticized a possible strategic bitcoin reserve move in the U.S. Hanke stated that it is a stupid idea and would put “a drag” on the economy. Economist Steve Hanke Opposes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Proposal Old-school economists have started criticizing the idea of allocating […]

Steve Hanke explains why he is completely opposed to building US Bitcoin strategic reserve

Authorities in Kazakhstan have blocked more than 3,500 cryptocurrency exchanges operating illegally, according to an announcement by the Kazakh regulator, AFM RK. The crackdown resulted from joint efforts by the National Security Committee and the Ministry of Culture and Information. In 2023, Kazakh authorities blocked access to Coinbase, citing alleged violations of the country’s digital […]

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Bitcoin (BTC) has surpassed the $100,000 threshold for the first time in two weeks, supported by revived momentum after the expected confirmation of Donald Trump’s US election win by Congress this week.  According to Bloomberg data, the market’s leading cryptocurrency climbed over 4% in the 24-hour time frame to hit $102,500 on Monday, recording a […]

The central bank governor, Aleš Michl, recently said he was considering investing in Bitcoin as part of the bank’s diversification strategy.

Leading crypto manager CoinShares says institutional investors poured billions into crypto investment vehicles last year, obliterating previous inflow records. In its latest Digital Asset Fund Flows report, CoinShares says that 2024 saw a new record of over $44 billion in institutional digital asset inflows despite the final trading days of the year posting outflows. “Digital asset […]

A crypto analyst who nailed Bitcoin’s pre-halving correction last year believes BTC is poised for more rallies after flashing bullish signals on multiple time frames. Pseudonymous analyst Rekt Capital tells his 527,600 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin will likely continue its uptrend after flipping a previous resistance level into support on […]

Ripple says the UAE is spearheading global crypto adoption, with innovative regulations and stablecoin growth positioning the region as a hub for digital assets in 2025. Ripple Champions UAE’s Crypto Dominance – Digital Assets Set to Explode Ripple’s Middle East and Africa Managing Director, Reece Merrick, has highlighted the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering the […]

The meme coin market is buzzing like a beehive at a summer picnic, and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down. With new projects popping up weekly, investors are on the lookout for the next big hit. These coins, often infused with humour and community spirit, have captured hearts and wallets alike. Recent developments […]

Bitcoin’s key metric surges massively, suggesting potential recovery of market’s depth

Remember FTX? The European branch of the once-popular cryptocurrency exchange that became the center of a major scandal in 2022 has just been acquired. Backpack has become the new owner of FTX EU. Although Backpack currently ranks only 200th in CoinMarketCap’s cryptocurrency exchange rankings by daily trading volume, it hopes to expand its operations through […]

The future of cryptocurrency is taking an unexpected turn as the rise of quantum computing begins to pose an unprecedented threat.

As the cryptocurrency market experiences a notable resurgence, Bitcoin (BTC) continues to lead the charge, while altcoins—especially Cardano (ADA)—are making significant gains.  Altcoins Market On The Cusp Of Change: Will Bullish Momentum Prevail? Market expert Patrick H recently shared insights on social media, stating, “The altcoins market is attempting to build a new bullish structure. […]

New data reveals that Bitcoin’s (BTC) network processed $19.2 trillion worth of BTC transactions during the last year. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Pierre Rochard, a vice president of mining firm Riot Platforms, says the huge amount of funds processed indicates that the crypto king is both a store of […]

Toyota’s futuristic Woven City will open this year at the base of Mt. Fuji and will initially house employees and their families.

While Bitcoin gained 5% week-over-week, 10X Research expects a positive start to 2025 followed by a pullback before the January 15 CPI data release, with potential renewed momentum leading into Trump’s inauguration. Swissblock analysts highlight a disconnect between economic recession indicators and financial markets, suggesting investors remain sceptical of warnings due to previous false alarms […]

“The Trump bull market is real,” Ripple’s CEO declared, pointing to skyrocketing U.S. hires and deals as crypto’s explosive comeback accelerates under the new administration. Ripple CEO: Crypto’s New Era Is Here and Trump’s Team Is Fueling the Fire Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has voiced strong optimism about the U.S. cryptocurrency market, attributing the shift […]

Some crypto traders have made millions of dollars from the latest leading narrative, Artificial Intelligence (AI) related tokens. However, the sector’s quick rise in popularity has received backlash from several community members and industry figures, who consider the tokens “worse” than the memecoin trend. Crypto Traders Make Millions From AI-Related Tokens On January 6, on-chain […]

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Last year, the global network of Bitcoin ATMs expanded significantly, with 2,217 new machines installed, a 6.02% year-over-year increase, bringing the total to 38,768 by January 1, 2025. This is according to research by Finbold, which also showed that the US maintained its dominance while Europe continued to gain a growing share amid market downturns. […]

In response to developments in the cryptocurrency landscape, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is bolstering its efforts to combat …

An analyst known for making timely altcoin calls believes that top memecoin Dogecoin (DOGE) is getting ready to ignite a fresh leg up. Pseudonymous analyst Bluntz tells his 306,000 followers on the social media platform X that DOGE appears to be in the early stages of a new five-wave rally on the 12-hour chart. The […]

Following last month’s crash, which caused some setback in the market, ETH recovered nicely and currently trades well above $3,500. Now that the trend is in an upward range again, a huge rally can be expected.  Last year’s trading came with a lot of ups and downs due to an imbalance in the market but […]

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s exit has put attention on opposition leader Pierre Poilievre, who has a history of pro-crypto comments.

TL;DR Stablecoins had a record-breaking year in 2024, with a circulating supply surpassing $200 billion and generating over $664 million in on-chain revenue. Industry experts predict continued growth in 2025, driven by increased adoption, regulatory clarity, and innovative use cases. Regulatory developments and new use cases are expected to further solidify stablecoins’ role in the […]

BlackRock’s IBIT experienced US$332.6 million in the largest single-day selling event so far, though it remains the largest Bitcoin ETF holder with 551,076 BTC and recovered with substantial inflows on January 3. While Bitcoin approaches US$100,000 again and Ethereum gains 8% week-over-week, Fidelity’s FBTC outpaced IBIT with US$357 million in inflows on Friday. Ethereum ETFs […]

Follow Nikolaus On 𝕏 Here For Daily Posts Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he is officially resigning from his position in office and as the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada — effective when the party chooses his successor. Trudeau has faced massive criticism over the last few years due to his […]

Metaplanet ushers in the new year with a bullish sentiment on Bitcoin and blockchain technology. After announcing late last year that it had purchased ¥1 billion worth of Bitcoins, the Japanese company is making headlines again by announcing its plans to increase its holdings to 10,000 Bitcoins. Metaplanet’s decision to double down on the world’s […]

Ethereum (ETH) co-creator Vitalik Buterin is suddenly selling off dozens of digital assets, including Neiro (NEIRO) and other memecoins. According to market analytics platform Arkham Intelligence, Buterin has sold Dogecoin (DOGE) and a number of other smaller market cap, lesser-known digital assets on Monday. Pseudonymous on-chain analyst EmberCN provides a list of the Buterin sales […]