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.
CoinDesk Indices presents its daily market update, highlighting the performance of leaders and laggards in the CoinDesk 20 Index.The CoinDesk 20 is currently trading at 4274.67, down 2.7% (-117.53) since 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday.One of 20 assets is trading higher.Leaders: ADA (+5.3%) and SOL (-1.6%).Laggards: UNI (-8.2%) and XLM (-6.0%).The CoinDesk 20 is a broad-based index traded on multiple platforms in several regions globally.
Key takeaways:Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $124,450 on Thursday, and signs of overheating are starting to appear.Several technical indicators suggest a potential top at $124,000.Bitcoin (BTC) recorded a new all-time high of $124,450 during the early Asian trading hours on Thursday. However, BTC price had pulled back to $121,670 at the time of writing.Despite the correction, there were mixed signals about whether the price rally had peaked or whether it was a healthy pullback.Onchain data: Bitcoin price hasn’t peaked yetBitcoin was not showing any signs of peaking despite reaching new all-time highs on Thursday, with several onchain metrics…
The new executive order could unlock trillions in retirement funds for crypto, with a 1% shift potentially pushing Bitcoin to $194,000. Still, volatility and regulatory risks may limit quick adoption. Summary A recent executive order could enable crypto investments within employer-sponsored retirement plans, unlocking access to $12.2 trillion in assets. Bitwise projects that a 1% allocation shift could raise Bitcoin’s price to about $194,000, while a 10% shift might push it toward $868,700. Despite this potential, volatility, regulatory uncertainty, and fiduciary responsibilities remain big challenges. Last week, markets flicked from cautious to almost electric. Ethereum (ETH) surged past $4,300, a…
A compromised device from a North Korean IT worker has exposed the inner workings of the team behind the $680,000 Favrr hack and their use of Google tools to target crypto projects. Summary A compromised device belonging to a North Korean IT worker exposed the inner workings of threat actors. Evidence shows operatives used Google powered tools, AnyDesk, and VPNs to infiltrate crypto firms. According to on-chain sleuth ZachXBT, the trail began with an unnamed source who gained access to one of the workers’ computers, uncovering screenshots, Google Drive exports, and Chrome profiles that pulled back the curtain on how…
Google is imposing stricter licensing rules on cryptocurrency apps in its Play Store, a move that experts say hands more control to Big Tech platforms. Summary Google has updated its Play Store rules for crypto apps, introducing licensing requirements that could make it difficult for many custodial wallets to remain available. Experts warn the rules may favor large custodial platforms while sidelining lightweight wallets. The policy aligns with global regulatory guidance but raises questions about accountability and the growing gatekeeping power of Big Tech over crypto app distribution. Google is tightening its rules for cryptocurrency apps in the Play Store,…
The crypto market staged a sharp rebound in July, with total market capitalization climbing 14% from the previous month to $3.7 trillion, Wall Street bank JPMorgan (JPM) said in a research report Thursday.Average market cap rose 12% in the same period, driven by broad-based gains across tokens, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and exchange-traded products (ETPs), but ether (ETH) stole the spotlight, the report said.Ether’s market cap surged 49% last month, far outpacing bitcoin’s 8% gain. JPMorgan attributed the move partly to the Ethereum blockchain’s dominant role in stablecoin issuance and growing institutional flows into ETH-linked products. U.S. spot…
Spain’s €12.3B gaming industry is in danger due to exploding crypto activity, rising regulation, and a strong wave of new casino game launches.Market Overview: Strong Growth but Changing Player TrendsIn 2025, the Spanish gaming market is valued at €12.3 billion, with online gambling continuing unabated despite growing regulatory pressures. The Dirección General de Ordenación del Juego (DGOJ) oversees online operators, while regulation and taxation of land gambling is maintained by Spain’s 17 autonomous communities.Most recent Q1 2025 figures show:Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR): €398.1 million (+13.7% YoY)Casino games: €203.06 million (51% of GGR, slots up 42%)Sports gambling: €165.9 million (42% of…
Key Highlights:Bitcoin surpassed $124K, then retraced to $121.5K with 5.6% weekly gains. Ethereum reached $4,786, close to its 2021 all-time high of $4,868. Market liquidations remain low at $450M; Fear and Greed Index rises 8 points.On the night of August 14, 2025, Bitcoin surged past the $124,000 level, reaching a new all-time high as favorable macroeconomic conditions boosted high-risk assets. At the time of writing, Bitcoin’s price slightly pulled back below $118,500, maintaining a weekly increase of 3.6%. Earlier attempts to test all-time highs on August 13 sparked sell-offs, pushing prices down to near $120,000.BTC/USDT chart. Source: TradingViewEthereum similarly approached…
Stablecoin payment volumes are projected to exceed $1 trillion annually by the end of this decade, according to a Thursday joint report from crypto market maker Keyrock and Latin American exchange Bitso. That growth will be driven by institutional adoption across business-to-business (B2B), peer-to-peer (P2P) and card payment rails, sectors which have already showed signs of rapid uptake, the authors said. The report underscored why stablecoins are gaining ground in finances: they can outcompete traditional payment methods on both speed and cost. Sending $200 through a bank could carry fees equivalent to up to 13% and take days to settle,…
A technology once confined to academic papers is now being called out in US government reports and powering the settlement systems of global banks. Zero-knowledge proofs (ZK-proofs) are cryptographic methods to verify data without revealing it, and they are quietly becoming the gold standard for blockchain security.On the latest Clear Crypto Podcast, StarkWare co-founder Eli Ben-Sasson sits down with hosts Nathan Jeffay and Gareth Jenkinson to explain why this once-niche math is “100%… the endgame for scaling the financial world.”Transparent verificationThat confidence comes as zero-knowledge proofs move from cryptographic curiosity to a linchpin of mainstream blockchain adoption.In July, the White…