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.
As the Federal Reserve approaches the conclusion of Quantitative Tightening (QT), Bitcoin finds itself at a pivotal macroeconomic juncture. With December rate cuts becoming nearly inevitable, the environment is primed for a possible change in monetary policy that could significantly impact Bitcoin and other risk assets. Historical trends indicate that when the Fed’s balance sheet ceases to contract, Bitcoin often witnesses considerable bullish movements. Reversals in Balance Sheet and Bitcoin Pricing The correlation between the Fed’s balance sheet and Bitcoin reveals a fascinating trend. Throughout Bitcoin’s history, there have been only three cases where QT was halted and the federal…
Disclaimer: This article does not constitute investment advice. The information and materials presented on this page are for educational purposes only. Transak has integrated Monad, offering seamless MON on- and off-ramps for over 10 million users. Transak, the payment infrastructure for stablecoins and cryptocurrencies, has announced its integration with Monad, an EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain. Transak now supports Monad’s native token, MON, facilitating on- and off-ramps through familiar payment methods like credit cards, bank transfers, and local payment systems in various countries. Applications built on Monad can now utilize Transak’s on-ramp from day one, enabling effortless user onboarding. Monad is a…
Pair traders seeking an advantage may want to pay attention to a lesser-known indicator related to bitcoin BTC$92,149.80 and the S&P 500.This indicator measures the spread between Volmex’s BVIV – the 30-day implied volatility index for BTC – and the VIX index for the S&P 500. Recently, this spread has begun to widen again, indicating that BTC volatility is anticipated to surpass that of the equity market.Implied volatility is shaped by the demand for options and hedging instruments.”When the BVIV-VIX spread expands, it generally indicates that traders expect greater volatility in crypto compared to equities,” said Volmex’s Founder Cole Kennelly…
Cardano is entering a crucial stage in its evolution, as its founding organizations strive to establish the essential infrastructure that has become standard for major blockchains.On Nov. 27, a new proposal aimed to gain community support to allocate 70 million ADA tokens (approximately $30 million) to onboard leading stablecoins, custody providers, cross-chain bridges, pricing oracles, and institutional analytics.This initiative is jointly backed by Input Output, EMURGO, the Cardano Foundation, Intersect, and the Midnight Foundation, marking an unusually coordinated effort for a network often criticized for slow alignment and decentralized drift.The key message of this collaboration is clear: Cardano seeks to…
American Bitcoin Corp. (ABTC), a Bitcoin mining and treasury firm based in the U.S. and co-founded by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr., experienced a staggering 50% decline in its shares on Tuesday. This downturn occurred even as Bitcoin surged past $91,000, along with gains for nearly every other crypto-related stock.As reported by Nasdaq data, the trading volume skyrocketed to 55 million shares, compared to a daily average of 3 million, indicating significant selling pressure.This decline is particularly noteworthy against the backdrop of Bitcoin’s strong performance on Tuesday, as it rebounded from a sharp drop to hover close to $92,000,…
A second FDIC regulation on prudential standards is expected early next year. The FDIC will oversee bank subsidiaries that issue payment stablecoins. Guidance regarding tokenized deposits is currently being developed. US regulators are swiftly establishing a new framework for stablecoin supervision, as federal agencies prepare detailed regulations influenced by the GENIUS Act. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) plans to release an application framework for payment stablecoin issuers this month, marking a significant step in executing the legislation signed by President Donald Trump earlier this year. In addition to the FDIC, the Federal Reserve and Treasury Department are also defining…
The price of Bitcoin surged beyond $91,000 on Tuesday, continuing a robust recovery as Wall Street firms enhance their engagement with digital currencies. At the time of writing, Bitcoin was trading at $91,089, reflecting an 8% increase over the last 24 hours. Trading volume spiked to $78 billion, marking one of the strongest sessions in recent weeks. Currently, Bitcoin is positioned just above its 7-day high of $89,966, showing a 7% increase from last week’s low of $83,989. The market capitalization of the asset is at $1.79 trillion, having risen by 5% in a day due to fresh institutional investments.…
The stock price of American Bitcoin, associated with Trump, plummeted over 40% on Tuesday, marking its lowest point since May of this year. Summary The price of American Bitcoin dropped over 40% on Tuesday. This dip is particularly striking as Bitcoin itself was on the rebound. The crash appears to be driven by technical factors and panic selling. Reasons Behind the American Bitcoin Stock Crash The price of ABTC stock fell to $2, a staggering 86% drop from its peak earlier this year. This decline has reduced its market capitalization from $8.6 billion to $1.9 billion. This sharp fall coincided…
Bank of America’s 2026 market forecast indicates robust global growth, primarily fueled by AI investments, yet it cautions that volatility may increase as investors begin to comprehend the technology’s broader economic impact.The bank’s global research team anticipates U.S. GDP growth of 2.4% year-over-year by the end of 2026, outperforming consensus estimates, primarily due to business investment, fiscal stimulus, and recent interest rate reductions. China’s growth is also expected to exceed forecasts, with projections of 4.7% for 2026 and 4.5% in 2027.Artificial intelligence is the most significant element influencing the bank’s outlook.The rise in AI expenditures is currently boosting GDP, and…
Spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have drawn significant interest from investors, marking their eleventh consecutive day of inflows, highlighting strong institutional demand. However, will this be sufficient to keep the XRP (XRP) price above $2 and initiate a lasting recovery?Key takeaways:Spot XRP ETFs have garnered over $756 million in inflows since inception.RSI bullish divergence and a buy signal from the TD sequential are appearing. XRP price needs to rise above the $2.20-$2.50 zone to pave the way to $3.Positive outlook as XRP ETF inflows riseAccording to SoSoValue, US-based spot XRP ETFs saw an addition of $89.65 million on Monday, bringing…