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.
Bitcoin (BTC) is poised for a “parabolic” movement as a traditional volatility indicator hits new all-time lows.Key points:Bitcoin’s Bollinger BandWidth indicator suggests a potential price surge for BTC by the end of the year.BandWidth sidestepped a “red” signal despite the recent dip in BTC prices.Traders are looking for further confirmation of a sustained market recovery.Bitcoin Bollinger BandWidth signals “parabolic leg up”In an X thread on Wednesday, macro strategist Gert van Lagen highlighted an important signal from Bitcoin’s Bollinger BandWidth.Bollinger BandWidth assesses the percentage difference between the upper and lower Bollinger bands, serving as an early indicator for BTC price volatility.Data…
Bitcoin (BTC) is anticipated to experience a “parabolic” shift as a traditional volatility indicator reaches new all-time lows. Key points: The Bollinger BandWidth indicator for Bitcoin suggests the potential for a BTC price surge similar to that of 2023 as the year comes to a close. Despite a recent decline in BTC prices, BandWidth did not signal a “red” event. Traders are seeking more confirmation of a sustainable market rally. Bitcoin Bollinger BandWidth prepares for a “parabolic leg up” In an X thread on Wednesday, macro strategist Gert van Lagen highlighted a critical signal from Bitcoin’s Bollinger BandWidth. The Bollinger…
Bitcoin has made a remarkable comeback, soaring to $92,000 and triggering a new wave of short liquidations across derivatives exchanges. Bitcoin Experiences a Rapid Recovery to $92,000 After facing a setback on Monday with its price dipping below $84,000, Bitcoin quickly rebounded on Tuesday. Now trading above $92,000, the cryptocurrency has seen an impressive increase of over 8% in the last 24 hours. As usual, Bitcoin isn’t alone in this upward trend; the broader cryptocurrency market has also rallied in tandem with the leading digital asset. Many top altcoins have even outperformed BTC, with Ethereum (ETH) showing a gain of…
Researchers in the Ethereum community are exploring methods to implement a protocol introduced earlier this year that could enhance privacy using zero-knowledge proofs.Ethereum developer Artem Chystiakov shared his findings on the Ethereum community forum on Monday, presenting “Zero Knowledge Secret Santa (ZKSS),” which proposes a three-step “Secret Santa” algorithm. This paper was initially introduced in January on arXiv. Secret Santa is a well-known gift-exchanging game typically enjoyed during the holiday season, where individuals anonymously exchange gifts. Each participant buys a gift for another person designated as their “Secret Santa” while also receiving a gift from theirs.The identities of the gift givers…
A “softening, not collapsing” jobs market meets a tired crypto rally Bitcoin has been struggling to maintain its momentum in late November after reaching new highs earlier in 2025. Concurrently, US labor data is indicating a different kind of warning—not a job market crash, but a notable loss of momentum. The US unemployment rate has increased from the low-3% range observed in 2022-2023 to the mid-4% area, marking its highest level in several years. Monthly nonfarm payroll gains have decreased from the post-pandemic highs to more modest six-figure increases. Job openings and employee turnover have also fallen from their peaks…
The UK has officially classified cryptocurrencies as personal property under new legislation. The Property Digital Assets Act provides clearer guidelines for ownership and asset recovery in courts. Increased crypto adoption has prompted the UK to enhance legal clarity regarding digital asset rights. The UK has enacted a pivotal change in its legal approach to digital assets, affirming that cryptocurrencies and other electronic tokens are considered personal property. This change became official when the Property Digital Assets Bill received royal assent from the House of Lords this week, with Lord Speaker John McFall announcing King Charles’ formal approval. This development comes…
Options related to cryptocurrencies are experiencing significant growth in U.S. markets, with contracts linked to BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF (IBIT) making their way into the top 10 U.S. options less than a year after their launch.As of Tuesday, there were 7,714,246 active IBIT contracts, representing the ninth highest total of options associated with U.S.-listed stocks, ETFs, and indices, according to optioncharts.io. Among stocks alone, IBIT options occupy the second position in open interest.BloFin Research indicated that the increasing interest in IBIT options reflects bitcoin’s status as a key macro asset.”The open interest in IBIT options has reached ninth place in the…
Strategy Inc., the corporate Bitcoin vault previously known as MicroStrategy, has indicated that the factors driving its rapid expansion have encountered a cyclical barrier.On Dec. 1, the Tysons Corner-based firm announced its focus on a $1.44 billion cash reserve, providing investors with detailed guidelines for possible asset sales. This marks a practical evolution in its treasury management, reflecting current market limitations.This announcement coincides with its stock trading at a discount compared to the net asset value (NAV) of its Bitcoin holdings.The action signifies a pause in the “premium-driven leverage loop,” where Strategy made use of a high equity premium to…
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and COO Rob Goldstein, once crypto skeptics, assert that tokenization will bridge the crypto sector and traditional finance, reinforcing their support for the industry.In an opinion piece authored by Fink and Goldstein, published Monday in The Economist, they mentioned that while tokenization won’t replace the current financial system soon, it will facilitate the integration of both sectors.“Consider it a bridge being constructed from both banks of a river, converging in the center. One side features traditional institutions, while the other comprises digital-first innovators—stablecoin issuers, fintechs, and public blockchains,” they expressed.“The two aren’t so much in competition…
Investment products in cryptocurrency ended a four-week decline, attracting approximately $1 billion in new funds after experiencing losses amounting to $5.5 billion over the preceding month.Last week, crypto exchange-traded products (ETPs) saw inflows of $1.07 billion, marking their first week of growth since late October, according to the European crypto asset management firm CoinShares.James Butterfill, CoinShares’ head of research, attributed this recovery to optimism regarding a possible interest rate cut in the US, inspired by comments from Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) member John Williams.“The shift in sentiment follows FOMC member John Williams’ remarks indicating that monetary policy remains tight,…