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 Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan, the traditional four-year Bitcoin cycle is evolving into a “10-year grind,” focused on stable returns instead of dramatic spikes. During his appearance on CNBC’s Crypto World, Hougan suggested that institutional adoption, regulatory advancements, and growth in stablecoins are more significant influences than past cycles driven by halvings. “I believe the four-year cycle holds less significance now than it did previously,” stated Hougan. “I anticipate the market will rise in the coming year. We are entering a decade of slow, steady growth with strong returns but lower volatility, experiencing some fluctuations along the way.” Institutional…
This month, Ethereum developers reached a consensus on the name and general timeline for the network’s upcoming second major upgrade, dubbed “Hegota.” This upgrade is planned for 2026 and marks a significant step in the blockchain’s progression. Hegota is set to follow “Glamsterdam,” the expected major upgrade coming in early 2026. With this timeline, Hegota is anticipated to occur in the latter half of the year, reflecting a quicker pace of protocol upgrades than what has traditionally been seen with Ethereum. The decision demonstrates a newer strategy in Ethereum’s development, encouraging core contributors to implement changes more regularly instead of…
As Sunday approaches its weekly close, Bitcoin (BTC) is targeting the weekend highs while attention is drawn to the yearly candle.Key points:Bitcoin is experiencing an unusually tranquil weekend as analysis points to a three-day bullish divergence solidifying.It might take until the new year for capital to re-enter the market and for the BTC price dynamics to shift.Year-to-date, Bitcoin is down 6%, potentially indicating a bearish record following the last halving event.New Year Might Bring $100,000 BTC PriceAccording to data from TradingView, BTC price action has approached $88,000 following two days of minimal volatility. BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewFriday witnessed familiar…
Mirae Asset Group is currently in negotiations to purchase Korbit, the fourth-largest cryptocurrency exchange in South Korea, with a valuation estimated between 100 billion and 140 billion Korean won (approximately $70 million to $100 million).The acquisition would reportedly be spearheaded by Mirae Asset Consulting, an affiliate not involved in finance, which has allegedly signed a memorandum of understanding with the primary shareholders of Korbit, according to a report from The Chosun Daily published on Sunday.Korbit is mainly owned by NXC and its subsidiary Simple Capital Futures, collectively holding around 60.5% of the exchange. An additional 31.5% stake is owned by…
Bitcoin BTC$87,789.51 remained stable on Sunday, even as several prominent altcoins registered notable gains, in spite of the macroeconomic conditions being affected by a significant increase in precious metals.As of 10:35 a.m. UTC, the total market cap for cryptocurrencies was at $3.06 trillion, reflecting a 0.8% rise over the preceding 24 hours. Bitcoin increased by 0.5% to $87,872, while ether ETH$2,939.35 also rose by 0.5%, reaching $2,939. Among the notable altcoins, XRP increased by 1.1%, solana SOL$124.42 climbed 1.3%, and DOGE$0.1238 increased by 1.3%, collectively outperforming bitcoin and ether during the same timeframe.Bitcoin stays within a narrow range close to…
Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced significant outflows during the Christmas week, with investors withdrawing a total of $782 million from these products, as reported by SoSoValue.The largest single-day withdrawal in this period took place on Friday, when spot Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs recorded $276 million in net outflows. Leading the losses was BlackRock’s IBIT, with almost $193 million leaving the fund, followed by Fidelity’s FBTC at $74 million. Grayscale’s GBTC also saw continued but modest redemptions.Total net assets across US-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs dropped to approximately $113.5 billion by Friday, down from over $120 billion earlier in December, even while…
Crypto markets are entering a phase where the concentration of activity is becoming more significant than the momentum of narratives, according to a recent outlook from Coinbase Institutional, which positions 2026 as a critical test for the scalability of core crypto markets under stricter conditions.The report, authored by global head of research David Duong and research associate Colin Basco, asserts that traditional crypto cycle models—which have depended on retail speculation, token launches, and protocol-specific events—are less reliable as institutional involvement and market mechanics play a more defining role in price fluctuations.Perpetual futures are pivotal to price discoveryCoinbase highlights perpetual futures…
Following the short squeeze in mid-December, Bitcoin has not experienced any notable price gains, encountering several rejections at the $90,000 level. The leading cryptocurrency is currently consolidating around $87,000, as investors wait for a definitive market direction. Pseudonymous analyst Sunny Mom indicates that recent on-chain analysis implies that bearish sentiment is likely to persist in the upcoming months after the initial prolonged correction in October and November. Why Rising Short-Term Bitcoin Supply Is Flashing A Rare Bearish Signal In a QuickTake post on December 27, Sunny Mom highlights the BTC HODL waves, indicating the increasing proportion of short-term holders coinciding…
According to analysts, Bitcoin does not need to wait for a pullback in gold and silver to keep rising.“This might be an unexpectedly unpopular opinion,” said Glassnode lead analyst James Check in an X post on Friday, adding that Bitcoin enthusiasts who believe differently “lack an understanding of these assets.”Similarly, macroeconomist Lyn Alden noted in a podcast released on YouTube Saturday that while many see it as competition, she does “not share that view.” As of publication, the Bitcoin-to-gold ratio stands at 19.29. Source: LongTermTrendsAlden pointed out that the Bitcoin-to-gold ratio has shown strong performance recently because Bitcoin (BTC) spent…
Bitcoin might exhibit stable returns over the coming decade, but significantly large gains year-on-year are improbable, according to Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at Bitwise.“I believe we’re entering a 10-year period of steady returns. They may not be extraordinary returns, [but] they will be robust, with lower volatility and some fluctuations,” Hougan stated during his appearance on CNBC last Friday.Hougan remains confident that 2026 will be a favorable year for Bitcoin (BTC), a prediction he initially made in July prior to Bitcoin reaching a new all-time high of $125,100 in October. “I anticipate that next year will show growth,” Hougan…