Author: Ethan Carter
Ethan is a seasoned cryptocurrency writer with extensive experience contributing to leading U.S.-based blockchain and fintech publications. His work blends in-depth market analysis with accessible explanations, making complex crypto topics understandable for a broad audience. Over the years, he has covered Bitcoin, Ethereum, DeFi, NFTs, and emerging blockchain trends, always with a focus on accuracy and insight. Ethan's articles have appeared on major crypto portals, where his expertise in market trends and investment strategies has earned him a loyal readership.
The People’s Bank of China has just recorded its thirteenth consecutive month of gold acquisitions, continuing one of the most intentional reserve-management strategies in the post-crisis era.These acquisitions indicate that the world’s second-largest economy is moving further into sovereign-controlled, seizure-resistant assets.In this context, crypto analysts view the PBoC’s ongoing purchasing trend not as a bullish indication for Bitcoin but rather as a macro signal that supports the rationale behind the flagship digital asset.This connection is noteworthy, particularly since China does not invest in Bitcoin, and its reserve strategy does not imply future crypto adoption.Reasons Sovereigns are Reinforcing ‘Outside Money’ ProtectionsOfficial…
Tether, the stablecoin firm responsible for the USDt (USDT) dollar-pegged token, is exploring options to tokenize investor equity and implement share buybacks to provide liquidity for investors while aiming for a $500 billion valuation.According to a report from Bloomberg on Friday, a source familiar with the situation disclosed that Tether recently intervened to prevent an existing shareholder from offloading their stake, as the company is in discussions to secure $20 billion for a 3% share in the issuer business of the stablecoin.The investor intended to sell a $1 billion share, which would value Tether at $280 billion, the Bloomberg report…
Tether, the stablecoin issuer behind the USDt (USDT), is contemplating the tokenization of investor equity and share buybacks to enhance liquidity for investors while aiming for a $500 billion valuation.According to a Bloomberg report on Friday, a source familiar with the situation revealed that Tether recently prevented an existing shareholder from selling their shares as the company engages in discussions to raise $20 billion for a 3% stake in the stablecoin issuer’s business.The investor aimed to offload a $1 billion stake, valuing Tether at $280 billion, as reported by Bloomberg. In response, Tether intends to provide investor liquidity through tokenization…
Filecoin has seen a decline of 0.2%, trading at $1.37 over the past 24 hours as it lagged behind the broader crypto market.The CoinDesk 20 index, a broader market measure, reported a 3% increase at the time of this publication.Trading activity for FIL increased by 29% above the seven-day average, suggesting a surge in institutional interest, according to CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model.This increase in volume indicates that smart money is reallocating, with buyers entering at crucial technical levels, as indicated by the model.Filecoin reached a session high of $1.397 before experiencing selling pressure in the final hour, according to…
ADNOC Distribution, the largest fuel and convenience retailer in the UAE, will start accepting AE Coin stablecoin for payments across its extensive retail network, which includes nearly 980 service stations located in the United Arab Emirates, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.The retailer has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Al Maryah Community Bank to facilitate payments using AE Coin through the bank’s AEC Wallet at fuel pumps, Oasis by ADNOC convenience stores, and car washes, as stated by the company.The introduction of AE Coin exemplifies how a sovereign-backed digital asset can integrate into daily commerce, indicating a…
Tether, the stablecoin firm behind the USDt (USDT) dollar-pegged token, is exploring options for tokenizing investor equity and conducting share buybacks to enhance liquidity for investors, all while aiming for a $500 billion valuation.According to a Bloomberg report from Friday, a source familiar with the situation revealed that Tether recently prevented an existing shareholder from selling their stake as it engages in discussions to secure $20 billion for a 3% share of the stablecoin issuer’s business.The investor attempted to sell a $1 billion stake, valuing Tether at $280 billion, as reported by Bloomberg. Tether is planning to provide liquidity for…
Interactive Brokers is set to enable retail investors to fund individual brokerage accounts using stablecoins, a move designed to stay competitive in the evolving retail trading landscape, as reported by Bloomberg on Friday.Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, the brokerage competes with players like Robinhood Markets Inc. and Charles Schwab Corp. Earlier this year, it broadened its cryptocurrency trading options alongside stocks, options, and futures.This development signifies how traditional brokerages are increasingly integrating crypto-related features to retain retail clients as digital assets secure a stronger presence in mainstream finance. Allowing stablecoins for account funding positions Interactive Brokers among a rising number of…
The Bitcoin Magazine Pro Price Forecast Tools chart offers an extensive framework to pinpoint potential price floors during bear markets and project upside targets based on on-chain fundamentals and network-derived data. By compiling various metrics, this approach has historically pinpointed Bitcoin market cycle peaks and bottoms with notable precision. Will these tools continue to be a reliable foundation for BTC price forecasting over the next year and beyond? CVDD & Balanced Price: Indicators of Bitcoin Price Cycle Lows The Cumulative Value Days Destroyed (CVDD) metric has consistently identified Bitcoin price cycle lows with high accuracy since Bitcoin’s inception. This metric…
Following his resignation as CEO of Binance in 2023 and a short prison term for breaching the federal Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) in the U.S., Changpeng “CZ” Zhao continues to be a key figure in the crypto landscape.This feature is part of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2025 list.His official departure from the exchange he founded did not lessen his impact. On the contrary, CZ’s influence grew in 2025 when he received a pardon from U.S. President Donald Trump.CZ expressed that he was “deeply grateful” for the pardon and acknowledged “President Trump for upholding America’s commitment to fairness, innovation, and justice.”In a…
Five digital asset companies have secured conditional approvals on Friday to operate as federally chartered banks by the Office of the Comptroller of Currency (OCC), marking a significant advancement in bringing U.S. dollar stablecoin issuers under federal oversight.On the list are blockchain company Ripple and Circle’s (CRCL) First National Digital Currency Bank, along with BitGo, Fidelity Digital Assets, and Paxos, all of which previously functioned under state charters that will be updated to conditional federal status.The OCC is the sole federal agency that charters banks and trusts, and this influx of approvals could signify a pivotal shift in cryptocurrency banking.…