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.
Investors are eagerly anticipating the launch of the first Solana staking exchange-traded fund (ETF), a development that is likely to channel billions of dollars into Solana and the altcoin market at large.According to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas, at least three altcoin ETFs are slated for a Tuesday launch: Bitwise’s Solana (SOL) ETF, along with Canary’s Litecoin (LTC) and Hedera (HBAR) ETFs.The approval of the first Solana staking ETF by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is deemed a “transformative” milestone, potentially drawing an additional $3 billion to $6 billion in new capital into the altcoin within its initial year,…
The Tokyo-listed Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet Inc. has announced a ¥75 billion (approximately $500 million) share repurchase initiative, supported by a Bitcoin-collateralized credit facility, after its market-based net asset value (mNAV) fell below 1.In a Tuesday announcement, the firm stated that this strategy aims to enhance Bitcoin (BTC) yield per share and restore market confidence, as its stock currently trades below the value of its Bitcoin assets. The board-approved buyback program permits the repurchase of up to 150 million common shares, equating to 13.13% of the total issued shares. The repurchase period will span from October 29, 2025, to October…
Rising open interest from $25 billion to nearly $30 billion indicates new leverage entering the market — a situation that could boost upside momentum over $112,000 while also increasing liquidation risks under $110,000, as noted by an analyst.
Recent data indicates that the Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index has rebounded into the neutral zone following a recovery rally in the cryptocurrency’s price. Bitcoin Fear & Greed Index Now Shows A Value Of 51 The “Fear & Greed Index” is an indicator developed by Alternative to gauge average sentiment among traders in the Bitcoin and broader cryptocurrency markets. This metric assesses sentiment based on five factors: trading volume, market cap dominance, volatility, social media sentiment, and Google Trends. This index employs a numerical scale from zero to a hundred to represent trader sentiment. Values above 53 indicate greed among…
Key takeawaysTax agencies such as the IRS, HMRC, and ATO categorize crypto as a capital asset, which means that sales, trades, and swaps are deemed taxable events.Global tax authorities are collaborating through frameworks like the FATF and OECD’s CARF to monitor transactions, including those involving privacy coins and cross-border activities.Authorities leverage blockchain analytics firms like Chainalysis to link wallet addresses to actual identities, tracking intricate DeFi and cross-chain transactions.Keeping detailed records of trades, staking rewards, and gas fees aids in accurately calculating gains and making tax filings smoother.Many traders perceive crypto as separate from the traditional financial system, yet tax…
KR1, a cryptocurrency staking company operating from the Isle of Man, is set to transition its listing from the smaller Aquis exchange to the main market of the London Stock Exchange (LSE).Co-founder Keld Van Schreven informed the Financial Times that this transition, anticipated to be finalized next month, serves as “a starter gun for this new asset class on the LSE,” reiterating his expectation that more crypto firms will follow suit.With a market capitalization of approximately 56 million British pounds (around $75 million), KR1 stands out as the “first genuine digital asset company” to be listed on the LSE, differentiating…
Opinion by: Rachel Lin, co-founder and CEO at SynFuturesDeFi has evolved significantly since the boom-and-bust cycle of 2020’s DeFi Summer, initially driven by experimentation, hype, and unsustainable incentives.Five years later, the foundations of DeFi have transformed. The past year has seen a quieter consolidation, paving the way for 2025 to potentially be the year DeFi overtakes centralized exchanges (CEXs).The bear market of 2023 and 2024 eliminated many DeFi projects without a product-market fit and pushed other platforms to mature, emphasizing infrastructure and real adoption.Decentralized exchanges evolvedWhile the failures of Celsius, BlockFi, and FTX revealed weaknesses in centralized platforms, decentralized exchanges…
The nearly $100 increase on competitor DEX Lighter was not due to whale activity, but rather a mistake in automated trading that highlighted the difficulties of ensuring transparency and usability on decentralized exchanges.
KR1, a cryptocurrency staking firm located on the Isle of Man, is set to transition its listing from the smaller Aquis exchange to the London Stock Exchange’s (LSE) main market.Co-founder Keld Van Schreven informed the Financial Times that this transition, anticipated to conclude next month, serves as “a starter gun for this new asset class on the LSE,” expressing his belief that more cryptocurrency firms will follow suit.With a market valuation of approximately £56 million (around $75 million), KR1 is recognized as the “first genuine digital asset company” to be listed on the LSE, setting itself apart from others that…
Welcome to Slate Sunday, a weekly feature from CryptoSlate that presents in-depth interviews, expert insights, and thought-provoking articles exploring the ideas and individuals influencing the future of cryptocurrency.For over a decade, Jeff Booth has been sounding alarms about the dangers of technology intertwined with debt. The Vancouver-based entrepreneur and author of *The Price of Tomorrow: Why Deflation is Key to an Abundant Future* asserts that our financial system is essentially an elaborate illusion, hindering true progress and innovation from benefiting everyone fairly.“The inherent condition of a free market is deflation,” Booth reminds me early in our discussion.“When we compete to…