A new Chinese advancement in artificial intelligence, DeepSeek, has left US markets feeling unsettled, triggering corrections in equities and crypto assets. DeepSeek, a startup based in Hangzhou, China, released its open-source large language model (LLM) app for free on Monday morning after reportedly spending only $5.58 million to develop and train it – a small […]

A closely followed analyst believes Bitcoin (BTC) is gearing up for steep rallies in a potential repeat of a market cycle witnessed about a decade ago. Trader Ali Martinez tells his 120,600 followers on the social media platform X that Bitcoin may be following in the footsteps of its 2015 market cycle. Should the similarities […]

Johannesburg, South Africa, January 27th, 2025, Chainwire VALR, South Africa’s premier crypto exchange, today announced the launch of an innovative lending product. This new feature allows users to earn hourly interest on their Bitcoin, stablecoins, and other cryptocurrency assets. As the crypto platform with the largest ZAR-denominated markets globally, VALR’s product also offers competitive yields […]

Even though Ethereum encountered slight price changes and intensified competition from other cryptocurrencies, the Ethereum network enjoyed strong, sustained growth. On January 25, 2023, the network experienced the creation of 206,290 new wallet addresses within 24 hours—its largest daily wallet creation since October 2022. This remarkable surge in new wallet creation suggests that, beneath the […]

Bitfarms will sell its largest Paraguay mining farm to Hive Digital for $85 million as it focuses on its US expansion in Bitcoin and AI infrastructure.

Ripple strengthens its regulatory compliance by securing Money Transmitter Licenses in Texas and New York, adding to existing licences including in Singapore and Ireland. Under Managing Director Joanie Xie’s leadership, Ripple reports increasing interest from financial institutions seeking blockchain solutions for efficient cross-border payments. The company demonstrates strong US commitment through domestic hiring expansion and […]

South African fintech startup has partnered with BTS and Serti Solutions to facilitate cryptocurrency payments for vehicles at over 1,400 car dealerships. Bridging the Gap Between Customers and Car Dealers South African fintech startup 6DOT50 recently announced a partnership with BTS and Serti Solutions to enable cryptocurrency payments for vehicles. Customers can use eight cryptocurrencies, […]

Can price of DOGE blast soon?

Why is crypto down? Despite hopes for a crypto boom post-Trump election, the market is struggling with bitcoin down, along with others. Here’s why crypto prices are crashing, leaving investors scratching their heads. The Great Crypto Hope When Donald Trump secured a second term, crypto enthusiasts were rubbing their hands together, expecting a boom. After […]

KuCoin, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges, pleaded guilty on Monday to operating an unlicensed money transmitting business, …

On-chain data shows a Dogecoin whale has withdrawn a large sum from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, a sign that may be bullish for the DOGE price. Dogecoin Whale Makes Massive Binance Withdrawal After Crash According to data from the cryptocurrency transaction tracker service Whale Alert, a massive transaction has been spotted on the Dogecoin blockchain […]

Digital assets-focused investment firms Pantera Capital and Jump Crypto reportedly helped a new palm-scanning blockchain project reach a more than $1 billion valuation. According to a new report by Reuters, the decentralized identity project Humanity Protocol has raised its fully diluted valuation to $1.1 billion after closing a $20 million funding round led by Pantera […]

The $10 billion venture capital arm of crypto titan Binance will now be operating under a new name and brand. In a statement, the world’s biggest crypto exchange says Binance Labs has rebranded as YZi Labs, a venture capital firm with a broader focus on Web3, artificial intelligence and biotechnology. The move aims to give […]

Dubai, UAE, January 27th, 2025, Chainwire Mario Nawfal,  one of the biggest names on 𝕏 for news and crypto, just announced an airdrop of $MARIO tokens, capping off one of the craziest memecoin stories in recent memory.  The coin launched without Mario’s knowledge, and he only discovered it when 70% of its total supply unexpectedly […]

TL;DR Bitcoin briefly dropped to $98,000 and is now hovering around $100,500, showing a 4.14% loss amid financial uncertainty. Arthur Hayes predicts a correction to $70,000-$75,000 before a potential surge to $250,000 by the end of 2025. The rise of AI with applications like DeepSeek and a new crypto regulation group in the U.S. contribute […]

Tuttle Capital filed for ETFs betting on memecoins, including from Donald and Melania Trump, in a move that analysts say will test Trump-era regulatory limits.

A widely followed crypto strategist and trader thinks that rallies are in sight for two altcoins amid upcoming catalysts. Pseudonymous trader Pentoshi tells his 847,800 followers on the social media platform X that he thinks the Ethereum (ETH)-based automated staking service Lido DAO (LDO) is gearing up for a steep move up. The analyst believes […]

WallitIQ’s (WLTQ) entry into the crypto market has sparked significant interest, with experts already dubbing it the “Top altcoin of 2025”. The fact that this crypto token has already raised an estimated $6 million in its ongoing presale is a clear indication of its potential and the trust the crypto community has in it. With […]

Microstrategy unveiled plans to issue preferred stock to fuel bitcoin acquisitions, following its $1.1 billion BTC purchase, solidifying its aggressive digital asset investment strategy. Microstrategy Powers Ahead as New Funding Fuels Its Bitcoin Buying Machine Software intelligence firm Microstrategy Inc. (Nasdaq: MSTR) announced Monday plans to issue 2,500,000 shares of Series A Perpetual Strike Preferred […]

Network metrics suggest positive outlook for LTC

OKX finally received the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license. The milestone allows the crypto exchange to offer regulated crypto services through localized offerings targeting more than 400 digital asset users in Europe. Currently, OKX ranks as the fourth with a trading volume of $4.9 billion in the past day alone. According to data from […]

VDT Attorneys and South African cryptocurrency exchange Luno have advised that individuals with substantial crypto holdings should consider what …

Ethereum price struggled to continue higher above $3,350 and dipped. ETH is now correcting losses and might face resistance near the $3,220 zone. Ethereum started a fresh decline below the $3,220 resistance zone. The price is trading below $3,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance […]

KuCoin has admitted to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business and will pay nearly $300 million in fines and forfeiture.

Layer-1 crypto project The Open Network (TON) is announcing plans to launch a layer-2 payment chain as a top priority for this year. According to a new blog post on its roadmap, TON Core says a payments-focused L2 is crucial to the ecosystem’s success. “The top priority of layer-1 of the TON blockchain is the ability […]

Crypto asset manager CoinShares says institutional investors poured billions into digital asset investment vehicles last week following Trump’s executive orders directed at the industry. In its latest Digital Asset Fund Flows report, CoinShares says that institutional crypto investment vehicles raked in nearly $2 billion last week alone. “Digital asset investment products saw inflows totaling US$1.9bn last […]

MicroStrategy has once again solidified its position as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, announcing the acquisition of an additional 10,100 BTC for $1.1 billion. The latest purchase, made at an average price of $105,596 per Bitcoin, occurred just before a market correction saw Bitcoin’s price dip 6% below $100,000. MicroStrategy has acquired 10,107 BTC […]

TL;DR MicroStrategy acquired 10,107 BTC for approximately $1.1 billion, at an average price of $105,596 per bitcoin, further strengthening its position. The company now holds 471,107 BTC, representing over 2.2% of the total circulating bitcoin supply, consolidating its corporate leadership. MicroStrategy continues to execute its acquisition plan through stock sales, aiming to further increase its […]

TL;DR Inflow of $1.9 billion driven by presidential executive orders has enhanced Bitcoin’s perception as a long-term strategic reserve asset amidst global economic uncertainty. Bitcoin captures 92% of the inflows, with $1.6 billion out of the total $1.9 billion, solidifying its position as the market leader against smaller cryptocurrencies. The growing confidence in altcoins like […]

Market not seeing recovery many anticipated

Kraken’s CF Benchmarks (CFB) has introduced a comprehensive analysis framework to help investors better understand cryptocurrency portfolio construction, optimization and risk management. Why should you care about crypto factors? A familiar model that applies to a new asset class Investors have long relied on factor-based approaches in traditional markets to understand the underlying drivers of […]

Cryptocurrencies have transformed the financial landscape, captivating tech enthusiasts, investors, and regulators worldwide. However, as digital assets gain prominence, critical questions arise about the role of financial literacy and cognitive biases in shaping investment behaviours. Empirical evidence underscores that financial literacy significantly influences financial stability by enhancing individual decision-making. People with higher financial literacy make […]