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.
The $11 billion Bitcoin whale has returned with another significant short position, indicating that large investors are preparing for further downturns in the crypto market amidst tariff concerns and an ongoing government shutdown.This Bitcoin whale, a term used in the crypto world for significant investors, re-emerged with a $235 million 10-times leveraged short position on Bitcoin (BTC), essentially betting on the price drop of the leading cryptocurrency.The investor initiated the short position on Monday while Bitcoin was trading at $111,190. Currently, he is facing a $2.6 million unrealized loss on the short position, which could be liquidated if Bitcoin’s price…
At 9:20 a.m. UTC, Bitcoin was priced below $108,000, following $320 million in liquidations and spot crypto ETF outflows that caused a 3.2% drop in the market.BTC was recorded at $107,779 during the European morning session, reflecting a 2.8% decline over the past 24 hours, based on CoinDesk data. Ether ETH$4.020,12 and Solana SOL$194,74 have both decreased by over 3.5%, while many other altcoins faced losses surpassing 4%.The CoinDesk 20 Index (CD20), which provides a weighted assessment of the digital asset market, is currently down by approximately 3.5%.According to CoinGlass data, 122,919 traders have been liquidated in the last 24…
The blockchain for real-world asset tokenization, MANTRA, in collaboration with decentralized data infrastructure provider Inveniam Capital Partners, has unveiled a new layer-2 blockchain. Summary MANTRA has introduced its first layer 2 chain in partnership with Inveniam. The L2 is designed to enhance the handling and application of commercial real estate data. Inveniam Chain is compatible with various blockchains, including Ethereum, Avalanche, and Hedera. Inveniam and MANTRA claim that this new layer 2 blockchain is specifically built to enhance the management and application of private real estate assets. The L2 focuses on the artificial intelligence and decentralized finance sectors, facilitating the…
How California’s SB 822 will affect digital assets California’s Senate Bill 822 (SB 822), enacted by Governor Gavin Newsom in October 2025, positions California as the first US state to defend unclaimed crypto assets against forced liquidation.By equating digital assets to bank accounts and securities, SB 822 mandates that unclaimed cryptocurrencies remain in their original form rather than being liquidated right away. This measures prevents the forced sale of assets like Bitcoin (BTC) or Ether (ETH), avoiding unintended taxable events for holders.SB 822 redefines the legal status of digital assets by incorporating them into California’s Unclaimed Property Law, establishing the…
By Francisco Rodrigues (All times ET unless indicated otherwise)Bitcoin BTC$111,972.47 fell to approximately $107,000 after a brief recovery from last week’s sell-off that erased billions in leveraged positions. Analysts now view this downturn as a market recalibration rather than a collapse.On-chain data from Glassnode indicates that recent fluctuations have purged excess leverage without damaging the long-term market framework. Funding rates have plummeted, futures open interest has decreased, and realized losses suggest traders are reducing risk rather than exiting their positions entirely.However, Samer Hasn, a senior market analyst at XS.com, asserts that bitcoin is “trapped within a bearish structure,” characterized by…
Coinbase (COIN), the cryptocurrency exchange that acquired the largest crypto options platform, Deribit, for $2.9 billion earlier this year, anticipates a surge of traditional finance (TradFi) institutions adopting digital asset derivatives for investment or hedging, according to Usman Naeem, global head of the Nasdaq-listed company’s derivatives sales. These institutions, becoming increasingly aware of globally regulated crypto derivatives, are often asset managers with a fiduciary responsibility to engage in speculation or strategies beyond merely providing liquidity, which is primarily the domain of market makers, Naeem expressed in an interview with CoinDesk. They are expected to predominantly emerge from the U.S. and…
SharpLink Gaming has boosted its Ether treasury to 859,853 ETH, valued at approximately $3.5 billion, following a $76.5 million capital raise completed on Friday. The company revealed the acquisition of an additional 19,271 ETH at an average price of $3,892 per Ether (ETH) in a press release on Tuesday. Since launching its Ethereum treasury strategy in June, SharpLink has earned 5,671 ETH in staking rewards. Based on current prices around $4,100 per ETH, these rewards amount to approximately $23.25 million.Staking allows SharpLink to utilize its ETH holdings as validators on Ethereum’s proof-of-stake network, converting part of its treasury into a yield-generating…
Highlights:Solana’s double-bottom pattern under $180 suggests a possible price rebound to $250.Institutional interest in SOL surges with $156 million in weekly ETP inflows, spurred by speculation surrounding possible Solana ETF approvals.Solana (SOL) has formed a potential double-bottom pattern on the daily chart beneath $180, indicating a possible price recovery toward $250 in the coming weeks.Solana Bollinger Bands may initiate a recoveryVeteran chart analyst John Bollinger noted it might be “time to pay attention,” identifying potential W-bottom reversals in both Ether and Solana through his Bollinger Bands methodology.This observation follows SOL’s decline near the $175 mark before stabilizing, hinting at a…
Essential Insights A crypto inheritance strategy is crucial as losing private keys or seed phrases can lead to permanent loss of assets such as Bitcoin, Ether, and NFTs. An effective inheritance plan comprises asset inventories, secure access protocols, and a reliable executor, enabling heirs to access holdings safely and legally. Maintaining privacy is essential; use encrypted files, secured documents, or decentralized identity tools instead of publicly exposing sensitive information in wills. Finding the right balance between custodial and non-custodial solutions secures assets while facilitating transfers, preventing errors like storing everything on exchanges or insecurely sharing keys. If you own digital…
FIL$1.6466 rose over 4% to $1.65 on Tuesday afternoon, surpassing a significant $1.60 psychological barrier, as per CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model.The analysis indicated institutional accumulation with notable spikes exceeding 140% of the average volume.The storage token broke clearly through the $1.60 resistance after a period of consolidation, according to the model.Price behavior reflected standard institutional buying patterns, with higher lows at $1.52 and $1.55 affirming the uptrend.Recently, FIL was up by 4.4% in 24 hours, hovering around $1.65.The broader crypto market also experienced gains, with the CoinDesk 20 index rising over 3%.Technical Insights:Key support established at $1.52 with $1.60…