A widely followed crypto analyst says one under-the-radar altcoin is about to break out while updating his outlook on the top two digital assets by market cap. In a new strategy session, crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe tells his 763,900 followers on the social media platform X that Clearpool Protocol (CPOOL), a decentralized marketplace […]

The top crypto exchange by trading volume in the United States is launching a new Bitcoin (BTC)-backed loan program for US clients. In a new announcement to the social media platform X, Coinbase says users will be able to borrow USDC against BTC with the new program. “Bitcoin-backed loans are here. Borrow USDC against bitcoin, […]

TL;DR Coinbase launches on-chain Bitcoin-backed loans through Morpho, a DeFi protocol on the Base network.  Customers can borrow up to $100,000 in USDC using their Bitcoin holdings as collateral.  The loans are managed by Morpho, with Coinbase providing the interface for easy and fast access to the services. Coinbase, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchange […]

Investors Flock to Arctic Pablo’s Presale, Goatseus Maximus’ Market Gains, and MEW’s Underdog Resilience in 2025 Cryptocurrency enthusiasts take note! The meme coin market has never been more exciting, with Arctic Pablo, Goatseus Maximus, and Cat in a Dog’s World breaking new ground. From adventurous narratives to unparalleled deflationary mechanisms, these projects redefine how we […]

South Korean financial authorities – Financial Services Commission (FSC) and Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) – reported a suspect of price manipulation in the virtual asset market to the prosecution. This marks the first case processed through formal investigation procedures under the newly enforced Virtual Asset Act, effective July 19, 2024. The case followed a structured […]

On Jan. 13, the Bank of Namibia announced provisional authorization for two entities, Mindex Virtual Asset Exchange and Landifa Bitcoin Trade, to operate as virtual asset service providers. Provisional Authorization First Step in Two-Step Licensing Process The Namibian central bank announced on Jan. 13 that it had granted provisional authorization to two entities to operate […]

Instant cryptocurrency exchange Changelly announced today (Thursday) the addition of Revolut’s payment infrastructure to its platform, enabling cryptocurrency purchases for users in the European Economic Area (EEA). Changelly Adds Revolut as Payment Provider for European Market The technical integration allows users to purchase cryptocurrencies using Revolut Ramp, expanding the payment options available on Changelly’s platform. […]

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Litecoin has observed a sharp increase of over 19% in the past day. Here’s what on-chain data says could be behind the rally. Litecoin Has Overperformed Market With A Strong Surge In The Last 24 Hours The past day has seen recovery from the cryptocurrency sector as a whole, but Litecoin in particular has stood […]

Prominent Bitcoin supporter Kiyosaki makes stunning Bitcoin price prediction

A Bitcoin price of $150,000 may be “absolutely silly low,” says a crypto trader, citing the expected widespread adoption by countries and corporations that will use it as a store of value.

A closely followed crypto analyst says that one top-10 altcoin is forming one of the most bullish digital asset market structures around. In a new strategy session, crypto trader Ali Martinez tells his 108,000 followers on the social media platform X that payments altcoin XRP is forming a bull pennant pattern. A bull pennant pattern […]

XRP reaches a seven-year high above US$3 as potential ETF approval looms for 2025, bolstered by anticipated changes in SEC leadership with Gary Gensler’s departure. The SEC’s recent appeal against Ripple focuses narrowly on specific sales and distributions rather than XRP’s security status, which was already ruled not to be a security in 2023. Recent […]

TL;DR Hedera’s mainnet upgrade to version 0.57 has driven HBAR inflows to a 27-day high, generating significant trading activity. HBAR’s Elder-Ray Index shows strong buying pressure, suggesting a potential bullish trend and optimism among investors. HBAR faces resistance at $0.39 and support at $0.33, with significant potential to break this barrier and continue its rise. […]

TL;DR Tether launches its USDT0 token using Kraken’s Ethereum scaling layer, known as Ink, to optimize transfers between blockchains.  USDT0 aims to become a unified liquidity layer through LayerZero’s Omnichain Fungible Token standard, offering greater efficiency and scalability.  The collaboration strengthens the focus on innovation and security for both Tether and Kraken, two leaders in […]

In a recent conversation with Fundstrat’s head of digital asset strategy, Sean Farrell, it was posited that bitcoin could climb to $175,000 within the year. This statement came shortly after the firm’s co-founder, Tom Lee, asserted on CNBC that bitcoin is poised to be the top-performing asset of the year. Farrell’s Forecast: Bitcoin to Breach […]

South Korea’s top cryptocurrency exchange, Upbit, is facing a regulatory storm. Accused of breaching Know Your Customer (KYC) obligations, the platform faces a suspension that could bar it from registering new users for six months. According to local media publication Naver, The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), part of South Korea’s Financial Services Commission, issued the […]

Investing.com — Komainu Holdings Ltd., a cryptocurrency custodian supported by Nomura Holdings (NYSE:NMR) Inc., has secured a $75 million …

Solana has captured the spotlight this week with its volatile price action, demonstrating resilience amidst market uncertainty. After dropping to a low of $168, SOL surged over 22% to reach $207, signaling renewed strength and bullish momentum. This impressive recovery has reignited optimism among investors and analysts alike, many of whom now anticipate a swift […]

The Donald Trump-affiliated decentralized finance (DeFi) project World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has moved nearly $60 million worth of Ethereum (ETH). The crypto tracker Lookonchain notes World Liberty deposited 18,536 ETH worth $59.8 million into Coinbase Prime on Tuesday. The DeFi project noted on Tuesday that it was executing “routine movements” of its crypto holding as […]

Ever feel like you’re missing out on the next big thing in the crypto world? Meme coins are where excitement, community, and potential profits collide. With each passing day, new projects emerge, giving investors opportunities to ride the wave of viral trends and community-driven growth. This month, four standout projects have captured attention: BTFD Coin […]

Binance driving deep liquidity in Shiba Inu ecosystem

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Arweave collaborates with Iridia and LifeShip to launch its Genesis Block to the moon on using innovative molecular storage technology based on synthetic DNA. The project demonstrates Arweave’s commitment to advancing storage technologies, with founder Sam Williams highlighting how permissionless networks enable crucial experimentation in data preservation. Despite this groundbreaking initiative, Arweave’s token (AR) has […]

As the Bitcoin market steps into 2025, investors are keenly analyzing seasonal trends and historical data to predict what February might hold. With Bitcoin’s cyclical nature often tied to its halving events, historical insights provide a valuable roadmap for navigating future performance. By examining historical data—including Bitcoin’s average monthly returns and its post-halving February performance—we […]

An employee of a diamond mining company in Russia was reportedly sentenced to seven years in prison for providing financial assistance to the military forces of Ukraine. According to local media outlet Izvestia, a man from the Mirninsky district of Yakutia is now detained in a maximum security prison after using cryptocurrency to repeatedly transfer […]

On Thursday, the decentralized exchange (dex) and automated market maker (AMM) Uniswap revealed that transaction volumes on the platform’s layer two (L2) solutions have surpassed the $500 billion threshold. Half a Trillion and Counting: Uniswap’s Layer 2 Expansion Shatters Records Since its debut on Ethereum mainnet on Nov. 2, 2018, Uniswap has significantly evolved, expanding […]

Coinbase now allows US customers to borrow up to $100,000 in USDC using bitcoin as collateral, the exchange announced today (Thursday). This offering is in collaboration with Morpho, a lending protocol on Coinbase’s Base network. This service offers an alternative to traditional credit-based loans by enabling crypto holders to tap into liquidity without parting with […]

Ask any centralized cryptocurrency firm to name one of their biggest priorities or challenges—and then count the number of times they mention bank …

Une nouvelle ère s’ouvre avec Virtuals Protocol et ai16z. Ils débarquent dans l’univers Pepe sous le nom de MIND of Pepe ($MIND). En seulement 24 heures de prévente, ce projet a réussi à collecter plus d’un million de dollars. Le token MIND of Pepe s’inscrit dans la nouvelle génération d’agents d’intelligence artificielle (agents IA ou […]

XRP’s open interest has increased by $6 billion since the start of the month as the altcoin soared to new all-time highs.

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