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.
Twenty One Capital, a financial firm centered on Bitcoin and headed by Jack Mallers, anticipates that its shares will commence trading on the New York Stock Exchange next week after finalizing its merger with Cantor Equity Partners, a special purpose acquisition company.The announcement made on Thursday followed the endorsement of the deal by shareholders during a meeting at Cantor Equity Partners, paving the way for Twenty One Capital to list next Tuesday under the ticker symbol “XXI.”Official voting results from the meeting are expected to be revealed in an upcoming Form 8-K submission to the US Securities and Exchange Commission.Founded…
XRP (XRP) has risen 12% since dropping below the $2 mark on Nov. 21, regaining essential support levels. Increased network activity and ongoing institutional interest, alongside diminished supply on exchanges, may contribute to a lasting price recovery.Key takeaways:Increased XRP ledger velocity and whale engagement indicate heightened network activity and demand.A reduction in XRP supply on exchanges suggests strong accumulation from holders.XRP price bulls aim to establish robust support at $2.15 for the next upward movement.XRP Ledger velocity reaches 2025 highsXRP ledger’s velocity has experienced a sudden increase, hitting a yearly peak of 0.0324 on Wednesday, according to data from CryptoQuant.Velocity…
Twenty One Capital, a financial entity centered on Bitcoin and headed by Jack Mallers, anticipates that its shares will commence trading on the New York Stock Exchange next week following the successful merger with Cantor Equity Partners, a special purpose acquisition firm. The announcement made on Thursday came after shareholders approved the merger during Cantor Equity Partners’ meeting, paving the way for Twenty One Capital to list next Tuesday under the ticker “XXI.” Details regarding the final voting outcomes from the meeting will be released in an upcoming Form 8-K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. Founded in…
In this edition of the “Crypto for Advisors” newsletter, Gregory Mall from Lionsoul Global examines crypto yield, emphasizing its growth and significance in investment portfolios. We discuss why yield could ultimately become crypto’s most resilient connection to mainstream investment strategies.Following that, in our “Ask an Expert” section, Kevin Tam highlights crucial investments from the latest 13F filings, noting that the total sovereign exposure of the United Arab Emirates reached $1.08 billion, positioning them as the fourth-largest holder globally.Yield in Digital Assets: Key Insights for Advisors as the Market MaturesHistorically, the crypto space has focused primarily on directional investments: buying, holding,…
ICP$3.7020 increased by 1.1% over the last 24 hours, amidst a backdrop of significant volatility.The token fluctuated within a 5.5% intraday range, experiencing repeated tests of support levels and brief upward movements that fell short of breaking through immediate resistance, according to the technical analysis data model from CoinDesk Research.Early trading was marked by a surge in volume, with 1.96 million tokens changing hands in the morning — a 124% increase over the 24-hour average — which briefly nudged the price towards $3.87 before momentum waned at $3.83. As the trading session unfolded, the price began to retreat, with a…
A team of former leaders from Signature Bank, the crypto-friendly institution that closed in March 2023, declared on Thursday the establishment of a new blockchain-based, full-reserve bank focused on providing programmable U.S. dollar payments.Named N3XT, the bank is operating under a Wyoming Special Purpose Depository Institution (SPDI) charter, enabling instant payment settlements via a private blockchain and allowing businesses to streamline transactions with smart contracts.In contrast to conventional banks, N3XT does not extend loans against deposits. It functions as a “narrow bank,” whereby every dollar is fully backed by either cash or short-term U.S. Treasuries, with daily disclosures.Leading the bank…
Bitcoin BTC$92,271.65 has started to display distinct behavior compared to traditional risk assets, potentially hinting at a significant development.The negative correlation observed between bitcoin and the Nasdaq 100 often aligns with market bottoms for bitcoin, and the current situation mirrors several prior pivotal moments.This marks the fourth occurrence in the last five years where the two assets have entered negative territory in a 20-day correlation coefficient, now resting at -0.43. This pattern resembles the negative correlation periods witnessed during the summer of 2021 and August 2024, both associated with notable bitcoin lows. Even though bitcoin is often characterized as a…
Solmate, previously known as Brera Holdings PLC, has entered into a nonbinding term sheet to acquire RockawayX. This acquisition would transition the Abu Dhabi–based Solana company from a passive digital-asset treasury to a comprehensive platform that provides infrastructure, liquidity, and asset-management services.According to a announcement made on Thursday, this all-stock transaction will result in Solmate acquiring all of RockawayX’s operations, including its validator infrastructure and on-chain liquidity business, along with its venture and credit funds, resulting in a combined entity managing over $2 billion in assets.The merger will unify their staking, hardware, market-making, and asset-management services under one umbrella, pending…
A cryptocurrency investor has contributed £9 million ($12 million) to the U.K. political party Reform, as indicated by a filing from the Electoral Commission on Thursday.The donation from Christopher Harborne, an entrepreneur residing in Thailand with investments in stablecoin issuer Tether and crypto exchange Bitfinex, according to a Financial Times article, is noted by various sources as the largest donation ever made to a U.K. political party by a living individual. The all-time record of £10 million was a bequest from Lord John Sainsbury to the Conservative party in his will in 2022.Harborne had previously supported Reform, then known as…
Bitcoin and XRP are playing a pivotal role in a significant corporate transformation in Japan, as AltPlus has revealed plans to officially integrate both digital currencies into its long-term treasury strategy. This publicly traded company shared the initiative in a recent shareholder report, detailing a comprehensive plan that aims to embed cryptocurrencies as key elements of its future financial and operational structure. Bitcoin And XRP Lead Treasury In a post by “BankXRP” on X (formerly Twitter), it was noted that AltPlus is expected to acquire and retain Bitcoin and XRP through a newly formed division dedicated to cryptocurrency purchases and…