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.
According to Max Branzburg, the new card is now available to U.S. users who are part of Coinbase One, providing up to 4% back in bitcoin on every transaction.
Bitcoin is not “crypto” An X post from Jack Dorsey reignited an age-old debate: Is Bitcoin a part of “crypto” or does it stand alone? On Oct. 19, 2025, Jack Dorsey tweeted three words: “bitcoin is not crypto.” This statement quickly gained traction on the platform and attracted media attention. It underscores his long-held belief that Bitcoin should be seen as a form of money with unique rules and history, separate from the wider token landscape. Source: Jack Dorsey Dorsey posits that Bitcoin (BTC) occupies a distinct category. It started without a foundation or premine and is managed conservatively. Designed…
A significant number of U.S. Senate Democrats are indicating their readiness to endorse a crypto market structure bill, suggesting the initiative has momentum. They expressed this willingness during a meeting on Wednesday with several crypto CEOs, discussing the path forward for U.S. crypto regulation.Industry leaders had scheduled two meetings on that day; the first concentrated on next steps with Democrats, whose support is crucial to surpass the Senate’s 60-vote requirement for any bill. The second meeting involved discussions with Republican lawmakers who have been promoting a draft bill in response to the House of Representatives’ Digital Asset Market Clarity Act.“There’s…
The cryptocurrency landscape in 2025 is increasingly influenced by institutional adoption and the rise of stablecoins, highlighting rapid advancements in blockchain technology that support wider mainstream usage, according to venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). In its recent State of Crypto report, a16z emphasized the growing involvement of traditional financial powerhouses such as BlackRock, Visa, Fidelity, and JPMorgan Chase, alongside fintech firms like Stripe, PayPal, and Robinhood, all of which are expanding their footprint in the digital asset domain. This expansion is being fueled by enhancements in blockchain infrastructure, with certain networks now handling more than 3,400 transactions per second—a…
DraftKings has acquired Railbird, a CFTC-licensed exchange, to create its own prediction market. Polymarket is reportedly collaborating to function as the clearinghouse for this new venture.Up to now, this announcement hasn’t stirred much tension between conventional gambling and risky Web3 betting. Nevertheless, experts are voicing concerns about potential negative repercussions for both the economy and society at large.DraftKings to Initiate Prediction MarketPrediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket have seen considerable recent success in the realm of sports betting, with other Web3 firms such as Robinhood following suit. Therefore, it’s logical that DraftKings would take this step by launching a prediction…
Essential Insights: Prioritize confirmation over optimism: Wait for a close on a higher timeframe and a clear retest before increasing your position. Interpret leverage indicators: High funding rates plus increasing open interest at critical levels suggest trap risks in the contrary direction. Be cautious with low liquidity: Off-hours trading, spoofing, listings, or unlocks can create misleading price movements. Acknowledge liquidations: Cascading events often signify exhaustion; price corrections are frequent once forced selling subsides. Why the crypto market is prone to traps The nature of crypto trading facilitates trap scenarios. Since markets operate 24/7, a significant portion of the volume comes…
During my time at the Federal Reserve, we often joked that our role was to uphold the status quo. The Fed’s mission has historically included maintaining financial stability, not disrupting it. However, Fed Governor Chris Waller’s recent address urging Fed staff to explore the establishment of a new “payments account” for nonbank payment providers at this week’s Fed Payments Innovation Conference signifies a substantial challenge to the belief that only banks in America have the privilege to transfer funds and decide who accesses the Fed’s balance sheet.When I commented in 2023 that “stablecoins represent the battleground for the future of…
Key takeaways: Seek confirmation over speculation: Wait for a higher-timeframe close and a solid retest before increasing your position size.Analyze leverage indicators: Extreme funding along with rising open interest at a critical level indicates potential traps in the opposite direction.Avoid relying on thin order books: Off-peak liquidity, spoofed orders, listings, or unlocks can create deceptive price movements.Be mindful of liquidations: Price cascades often signal market exhaustion; rebounds are frequent after forced selling pressure subsides.Why crypto is a market prone to trapsThe trading nature of cryptocurrencies lends itself to traps.With 24/7 operations, a significant portion of trading volume comes from high-leverage perpetual…
Investment bank B. Riley has upgraded Core Scientific (CORZ) from neutral to buy, raising its price target to $30 from $17 due to strong standalone value and renewed momentum in high-performance computing (HPC).The bank’s analysts predict that shareholders will reject Core Scientific’s proposed merger with CoreWeave (CRWV), as the stock has underperformed relative to peers despite being an early entrant in HPC.B. Riley’s top pick remains buy-rated TeraWulf (WULF), with its price target increased from $14 to $22.The firm noted WULF’s substantial customer agreements totaling over 400 MW and about $4 billion in capital commitments, positioning it well for growth…
Hollywood has reached a tipping point. Audiences are weary of endless franchise sequels and reboots. YouTube has surpassed Disney as the world’s premier distributor. Additionally, generative AI tools like Sora 2 can soon transform anyone into a filmmaker. Yet one constant remains: the financing of films. This is the reason we see a decline in original films. Decline of original screenplays at the US box office (1984-2023)Source: The Numbers and Box Office MojoFor years, filmmakers have had just two avenues to secure funding: appealing to affluent “patrons of the arts” or relinquishing intellectual property (IP) through limiting studio agreements. These…