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.
Arthur Hayes has consistently refused to fade into obscurity. After co-founding BitMEX and playing a crucial role in the evolution of the crypto derivatives market, he has resurfaced in recent years as one of the most influential macro thinkers in the sector. Now CIO of Maelstrom, Hayes has shifted his focus from building exchanges to engaging in thesis-driven investing—while adding a touch of social media provocation.This feature is part of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2025 list.Few crypto executives possess a social media presence as dynamic, chaotic, and surprisingly insightful as Hayes’. His X feed oscillates between in-depth macro analysis, bold market predictions,…
In the latest “Crypto for Advisors” newsletter, Harvey Li from Tokenization Insights discusses the trends in tokenization, money market funds, and institutional adoption as we approach 2026.Next, in “Ask an Expert,” Michael Sena examines the implications for investors regarding BlackRock’s recent announcements about tokenizing everything from exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to real estate.- Sarah MortonThe Rise of Tokenized Money Market FundsTokenization has transitioned into a significant phase in 2025. Originally an experiment, it is becoming an integral part of institutional frameworks, spearheaded by banks and asset managers who are proactively shaping a tokenized future.A standout category is tokenized money market funds…
The Hong Kong-based cryptocurrency exchange OSL Group (0863) is set to launch a new U.S. dollar stablecoin, with issuance overseen by federally chartered crypto bank Anchorage Digital, as announced on Thursday. The USDGO token aims to facilitate cross-border payments, treasury operations, and on-chain settlements, according to the press release. It will be fully backed by liquid U.S. dollar assets, including U.S. Treasuries, and will feature built-in compliance elements such as know-your-customer (KYC) checks and anti-money laundering (AML) protocols. This token will also enable issuance across multiple blockchains, catering to enterprise users who seek a compliant, dollar-denominated digital asset. This announcement…
Bitcoin (BTC) may stay below $100,000 throughout 2025, following a market decline after the US Fed’s rate cut decision on Wednesday.Key insights:Currently, there is only a 30% probability of BTC reaching $100,000 before January 1, as per prediction markets.Institutional buying of Bitcoin has notably decreased, hindering short-term recovery efforts.Bitcoin faces a resistance level at $94,000, with a potential breakout to the $98,000 liquidity zone.30% chance BTC hits $100,000 before New YearMost traders on Polymarket and Kalshi predict Bitcoin will stay under $100,000 for the next 21 days.As of Dec. 11, Kalshi is pricing around a 34% chance of BTC exceeding…
Bitcoin (BTC) may stay below $100,000 for the rest of 2025 as the market reacted negatively to the US Fed’s rate cut decision on Wednesday.Key takeaways:Prediction markets indicate a 30% chance of BTC reaching $100,000 before January 1.The slowdown in Bitcoin treasury purchases is hampering short-term recovery efforts.Bitcoin is facing resistance at $94,000, although a breakout could lead to the $98,000 liquidity zone.30% chance BTC reclaims $100,000 before New YearMost traders on Polymarket and Kalshi believe Bitcoin will remain below $100,000 for the next 21 days.As of December 11, Kalshi bettors predict a roughly 34% chance of BTC surpassing $100,000…
BONK experienced a drop of 4.5% in the last 24 hours, falling from $0.000009524 to $0.000009097 after a strong previous performance hit a significant resistance level.The token traded within an intraday range of 11.8%, peaking at $0.000010183 before declining and entering a tight consolidation phase, as noted in CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis data model.A notable spike in trading volume marked this reversal point, with a rise to 2.03 trillion tokens as the price neared the $0.00001010 mark. The trading intensity at this level confirmed its role as a ceiling preventing further gains. Following this rejection, BONK consistently moved lower before…
In 2025, South Korea’s cryptocurrency market emerged as one of the most vibrant trading hubs globally, fueled by keen retail investors driving significant increases in XRP, Dogecoin, and a host of popular memecoins.This piece is part of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2025 list.At the heart of this liquidity was Upbit, the exchange that consistently accounted for over 80% of the domestic trading volume and occasionally influenced global prices with new listings or surges. The exchange’s direction was largely shaped by a single individual: Sirgoo Lee.When he declared his intention in 2025 to resign as CEO, it sparked an intriguing question within…
Trust Wallet, the self-custodial crypto wallet founded by Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, has teamed up with European fintech leader Revolut to provide a new method for purchasing crypto assets on its platform.Users of Trust Wallet can now acquire Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), and Solana (SOL) through a direct integration with Revolut, as the company announced on Thursday.With a minimum purchase of 10 euros ($12) and a daily and per transaction limit of 23,000 euros ($26,950), Trust Wallet’s new buying option aims to streamline access to crypto in Europe.In October, Revolut obtained regulatory approval from the Cyprus Securities and Exchange…
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood’s optimistic outlook is underscored by her prediction that bitcoin will hit $1.2 million by 2030, a figure she recently downgraded.Her revised forecast in November 2025, down from a previous $1.5 million, stems from the rapid growth of stablecoins, which she believes could take away some of bitcoin’s value as a medium of exchange.However, Wood’s influence on the crypto space extends beyond her bullish projections. Ark’s spot bitcoin ETF, launched in collaboration with 21Shares, ranks as the third-largest in the U.S., following asset management leaders BlackRock and Fidelity.Wood’s positive views on the cryptocurrency sector are reflected…
CoinDesk Indices provides its daily market overview, showcasing the top performers and underperformers in the CoinDesk 20 Index.The CoinDesk 20 is presently valued at 2867.36, reflecting a decline of 5.0% (-150.21) since 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday.None of the 20 assets are appreciating in value.Top performers: BCH (-2.8%) and BTC (-3.6%).Underperformers: ADA (-10.8%) and DOT (-10.1%).The CoinDesk 20 is a diverse index available on multiple platforms across various global regions.