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.
US investors are showing less interest in buying crypto than before, as a recent study by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority indicates a decline in risk-taking behavior.The proportion of crypto investors remained steady at 27% between 2021 and 2024, but those considering increasing their investments or buying for the first time fell to 26% in 2024 from 33% in 2021, according to a report released by FINRA on Thursday.The regulator discovered that the percentage of those with “high levels of investment risk” dropped four percentage points to 8% from 2021 to 2024, with the largest decline among investors under 35,…
US investors are showing decreased interest in buying crypto compared to previous years, as risk-taking behavior has diminished, according to a study by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.The proportion of crypto investors remained stable at 27% from 2021 to 2024; however, the percentage of those considering buying more or entering the market for the first time fell to 26% in 2024 from 33% in 2021, as reported by FINRA on Thursday.The industry regulator observed a decrease in investors with “high levels of investment risk,” which dropped by four percentage points to 8% between 2021 and 2024. The most significant decline…
US investors are exhibiting reduced interest in cryptocurrency purchases, as risk-taking tendencies have diminished, according to a study released by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).The proportion of crypto investors remained static at 27% from 2021 to 2024, while the share of those contemplating buying more or investing for the first time fell to 26% in 2024 from 33% in 2021, as reported by FINRA on Thursday.The regulatory body discovered a decline of four percentage points in those willing to take “high levels of investment risk,” dropping to 8% between 2021 and 2024. The most significant decrease was noted among…
Today, December 2, the cryptocurrency market saw a notable rebound, with Bitcoin and leading altcoins increasing by more than 1% within the last 24 hours, pushing the total market capitalization of all tokens close to $3 trillion. Summary The crypto market is experiencing gains today as liquidations decrease. This surge is partly attributed to the 90% likelihood that the Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates in December. However, the current rebound could potentially be a dead-cat bounce, often referred to as a bull trap. Crypto market rises as liquidations decline and open interest increases Bitcoin (BTC) and various altcoins have…
In a strategic move to enhance liquidity, Solana and Coinbase’s Ethereum layer-2 blockchain Base have bridged their networks using Chainlink’s technology.On Thursday, Base announced the launch of a bridge linking it to Solana, secured through Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), facilitating smooth asset transfers.The bridge is now operational on the mainnet for developers to integrate, and it will soon be available for users on various applications, including Zora, Aerodrome, Virtuals, Flaunch, and Relay.Users will have the ability to trade Solana (SOL) and a variety of Solana-based assets on Base. Additionally, Base developers can incorporate the bridge to natively support Solana…
On Friday, Bitcoin remained around $92,000 after another unsuccessful attempt to surpass $93,000 overnight, continuing the erratic, indecisive trend observed in recent sessions.This maintains the ongoing trend since late November, where sellers are defending the mid-$93,000s while buyers are active near $91,000, with neither party able to gain enough traction for a decisive trend.The one-month chart indicates BTC remains trapped in a descending pattern from early November’s highs, with the latest bounce producing yet another lower high. The peak was near $93,500 before the price declined, preserving the broader corrective pattern.Momentum is still weak, and attempts for intraday recovery are…
A collective of ex-executives from the now-defunct crypto-friendly Signature Bank has introduced a new blockchain-driven, state-chartered institution named N3XT, aiming to facilitate instant payments around the clock.N3XT announced on Thursday its intention to process payments instantly at any time utilizing a private blockchain and offering programmable payments via smart contracts. The company emphasized that its infrastructure is built for compatibility with stablecoins, utility tokens, and other digital assets.Scott Shay, the founder of Signature Bank, established N3XT, which will function under a Wyoming Special Purpose Depository Institution (SPDI) charter and will not provide lending services.Signature Bank was among the trio of…
A meme coin surpasses a significant technical threshold as large institutional trades dominate the Wednesday session, fueled by ETF filing discussions.News BackgroundDespite an increase in network activity and renewed ETF speculation, Dogecoin experienced a decline.Both 21Shares and Grayscale have advanced their filings for spot DOGE ETFs, fueling expectations of greater institutional access for meme coins in the coming months.On-chain metrics showed a marked change: DOGE recorded 71,589 active addresses, the highest since September, signaling rising user engagement even as its price declined.However, this fundamental backdrop did not bolster the market; whale activity remains subdued compared to November, and ETF inflows…
Strategy (MSTR) will not be compelled to liquidate its Bitcoin holdings to remain viable if its stock price declines, and those who assert otherwise are “simply mistaken,” according to Bitwise’s chief investment officer, Matt Hougan. “There’s nothing about MSTR’s price falling below NAV [net asset value] that will necessitate a sale,” Hougan stated in a memo released on Tuesday, highlighting chairman Michael Saylor’s unwavering belief in Bitcoin (BTC). “It would indeed be detrimental to the Bitcoin market if MSTR had to liquidate its $60 billion Bitcoin holdings all at once — that’s comparable to two years’ worth of Bitcoin ETF…
A collective of former executives from the defunct crypto-centric Signature Bank has established a new blockchain-based, state-chartered bank called N3XT, aiming to facilitate instant 24/7 payments.N3XT announced on Thursday its ambition to allow for immediate payments at any time via a private blockchain, as well as to provide programmable payments through smart contracts. The company also stated that its infrastructure is created for interoperability with stablecoins, utility tokens, and various other digital assets.Scott Shay, the original founder of Signature Bank, has established N3XT, which will function under a Wyoming Special Purpose Depository Institution (SPDI) charter and will not provide lending…