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.
Here’s a rewritten version of the content with the HTML tags intact: Despite ongoing declines in trading volumes, analysts report that Bitcoin’s foundational market structure is becoming more robust. Summary Even with decreasing trading volumes, Bitcoin’s market framework is strengthening, as long-term holders accumulate, supply on exchanges diminishes, and price movements stabilize within a narrow range. Analysts point out a significant divergence: the Nasdaq has seen a strong rebound while Bitcoin has not, indicating possible mispricing, a renewed risk-taking sentiment, and a deviation from rigid four-year cycle forecasts. On-chain metrics reveal a spike in institutional buying, indicating proactive positioning by…
Payments leader Stripe has brought on the team from crypto wallet company Valora, just a day after unveiling its testnet for the stablecoin-centric blockchain project Tempo.As stated by Valora CEO Jackie Bona, the acquisition will allow the Valora team to collaborate with Stripe on the company’s blockchain efforts.Founded in mid-2021 as a spin-off from the Celo development group cLabs, Valora raised $20 million in Series A funding during its inception.The Valora app serves as a mobile wallet that accommodates stablecoins and various assets across Celo, Ethereum, Base, Optimism, and Arbitrum. In addition to the wallet, the team also created an…
Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini, established by billionaire twins Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, has received a license from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to introduce prediction markets in the US.On Wednesday, Gemini announced that its affiliate, Gemini Titan, obtained a designated contract market license from the CFTC and plans to venture into the prediction markets sector.The company stated that “shortly,” US users will be able to trade event contracts on its web platform. Additionally, Gemini will enhance its US derivatives offerings to encompass crypto futures, options, and perpetual contracts.Gemini is joining a range of crypto firms that have started to offer prediction…
Good Morning, Asia. Here’s the latest in market news:Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing, your daily digest of key stories during U.S. hours along with insights on market movements and analysis. For a comprehensive look at U.S. markets, refer to CoinDesk’s Crypto Daybook Americas.Bitcoin maintained its position as Hong Kong started its trading day, hovering above $91,000 after the Federal Reserve lowered rates by 25 basis points, acknowledging heightened uncertainty regarding the U.S. economic outlook.This steadiness is attributed to more than just central bank actions. According to CryptoQuant’s latest report, exchange inflows have significantly decreased from November’s peak, and whales have…
Key takeaways: BTC derivatives pricing suggests limited confidence in surpassing $100,000, influenced by macroeconomic uncertainties and Bitcoin’s poor performance against gold. Even with enhanced liquidity from Federal Reserve measures, whale investors remain hesitant, indicating doubts about a lasting Bitcoin surge. Bitcoin (BTC) derivatives markets exhibit growing skepticism regarding the cryptocurrency’s ability to maintain bullish momentum, despite the US Federal Reserve’s shift towards an expansionary monetary policy. Traders are cautious due to risk aversion amid ambiguous economic conditions and Bitcoin’s ongoing underperformance in comparison to gold. Gold/USD (left) vs. Bitcoin/USD (right). Source: TradingView The Fed’s anticipated decision on Wednesday to maintain…
Bhutan is expanding its national blockchain initiative with a gold-backed digital token introduced by Gelephu Mindfulness City, supported by the Kingdom’s sovereign framework.The TER token aims to bridge traditional value assets and blockchain finance, as stated in an announcement sent via email on Thursday.Tokens are being launched on the Solana blockchain, with DK Bank, Bhutan’s first licensed digital bank, managing distribution and custody. In the initial phase, investors can purchase TER directly through DK Bank, merging the familiarity of traditional asset buying with the clarity of on-chain ownership.TER is intended to provide international investors with an accessible, tokenized representation of…
Between 2020 and 2023, the nine largest banks in the US limited financial services to industries viewed as politically controversial, such as cryptocurrency, according to preliminary findings from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC).The banking regulator reported on Wednesday that its initial findings reveal major banks “made improper distinctions among customers in providing financial services based on their lawful business activities” over the three-year period.The OCC indicated that banks either enacted policies to limit access to banking services or mandated increased reviews and approvals before providing financial services to certain clients, although specific details were not disclosed.The…
Michael Saylor, executive chairman of Strategy, informed attendees at Binance Blockchain Week that the skepticism prevalent among major banks is dissipating more rapidly than he anticipated. Related Reading Initially, he projected a timeline of four to eight years for significant financial institutions to fully adopt Bitcoin. Now, he believes this timeframe is shortening and real changes are already apparent. Banking Giants Reverse Course According to Saylor, the last year has witnessed major players — including Citibank, BNY, Bank of America, PNC, JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Vanguard — transition from opposition to a more receptive view on crypto. Recent reports indicate…
Update Dec. 10, 9:30 am UTC: This article has been revised to include comments from a Binance representative. Newly appointed Binance co-CEO and co-founder Yi He announced on X that her WeChat account was compromised after an old mobile number was taken, emphasizing how Web2 messaging platforms can be exploited to mimic crypto executives. “WeChat was abandoned long ago, and the phone number was seized for use. It is currently unrecoverable,” she stated in a translated post on X. The account has since been restored. A Binance spokesperson informed Cointelegraph that the firm collaborated closely with WeChat’s security team to regain access.…
Over 50% of affluent Asian investors in a recent survey indicated intentions to boost their cryptocurrency investments in the coming years.Sygnum’s APAC HNWI Report 2025 revealed that 60% of the high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) surveyed in Asia are ready to expand their crypto allocations due to a strong two- to five-year outlook.The survey included 270 HNWIs with investable assets exceeding $1 million and experienced professional investors from ten APAC countries, primarily Singapore, along with Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, and Thailand.Findings showed that a significant 90% of HNWIs regard digital assets as “essential for long-term wealth preservation and legacy planning, rather…