Opinion
Standard Chartered's Global Head of Digital Assets Research, Geoff Kendrick, predicts a potential surge in Bitcoin's price to $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by a wave of institutional investment. However, this institutional dominance could also mean a less pronounced "altcoin season"
Cryptocurrency
David Balland, a co-founder of the prominent French cryptocurrency hardware wallet company Ledger SAS, has been freed after being kidnapped from his home in central France. The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed his release on Wednesday night following a police operation. The kidnappers had demanded a substantial ransom in
Finance
While Bitcoin has been stealing the spotlight, a new startup called Etherealize is aiming to remind Wall Street of Ethereum's unique strengths. Founded by former bond trader Vivek Raman, and backed by Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and the Ethereum Foundation, Etherealize seeks to market Ethereum as the go-to
Regulation
The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is undergoing a significant leadership shakeup, signaling a potential shift in the agency's approach to cryptocurrencies. Acting Chair Caroline Pham, recently appointed by the incoming administration, has named Harry Jung as Acting Chief of Staff, tasking him with leading the
Blockchain
Corn, a new Ethereum Layer 2 network with ambitions to integrate Bitcoin into the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, has raised $8.3 million in a community-focused funding round. This unique approach, which saw both venture capital firms and individual investors participate on equal terms, highlights the growing interest in bridging
Opinion
Ross Ulbricht: From Silk Road Founder to Bitcoin Icon Pardoned by President Trump Ross William Ulbricht, the enigmatic founder of the notorious Silk Road marketplace, has been granted an unconditional pardon by President Donald Trump. This decision not only marks a significant moment in Ulbricht’s tumultuous journey but also
DeFi
The total value locked (TVL) in real-world asset (RWA) protocols has surged to $7.3 billion, marking a remarkable increase of over 200% in the past year. This growth is largely fueled by a significant shift towards government securities protocols, reflecting a growing appetite for regulated, lower-risk digital assets within
DeFi
Solana’s decentralized exchanges (DEXs) have experienced an extraordinary surge in trading volumes this January, propelled by the excitement surrounding the Original Trump (TRUMP) memecoin. This remarkable uptick has enabled Solana to surpass Ethereum in DEX activity, signaling a significant shift in the cryptocurrency landscape. Unprecedented Growth in Solana’s
Opinion
Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, is sounding a cautionary note about the global economy, warning that investors may be underestimating the persistence of inflation. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Fink expressed concerns that rising bond yields and steeper prices
DeFi
The decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with real-world assets (RWAs) and stablecoins taking center stage, according to a new report by HTX Ventures, the investment arm of the HTX crypto exchange. The report, titled "A New Era for DeFi with Crypto Compliance and New Opportunities
Markets
Bitcoin has steadied around the $105,000 mark, with market analysts crediting President Donald Trump’s recent regulatory appointments for easing the volatility seen earlier in the week. The selection of pro-crypto leaders at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has bolstered investor
Markets
The cryptocurrency XRP edged higher on Wednesday, reflecting investor optimism amid ongoing uncertainty about regulatory policies under President Donald Trump’s administration. According to data from crypto exchange Kraken, XRP rose by 1.3% to $3.18 over the past 24 hours. In comparison, Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, saw a