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.
Bitcoin remains stable within a descending range, displaying minimal directional clarity, while various altcoins are steadily gaining strength. As the market consolidates, these smaller cryptocurrencies may signal early upward movements ahead of a BTC breakout. Key Resistance Levels: $90,588 And The Descending Trendline A recent update from Kamile Uray indicates that the crucial levels on the daily chart remain unchanged, with attention focused on the $90,588 mark and the descending blue trendline. Unless BTC manages to close above these levels, the current downtrend may persist. Any upward movements beneath the blue descending trend are seen as corrective rather than indicative…
A prominent cryptocurrency analyst has declared that Bitcoin’s (BTC) established four-year cycle no longer dictates the dynamics of the crypto market. For several months, both Bitcoin and key altcoins have struggled to reclaim their former peaks, while traditional markets continue to thrive. This disparity has ignited debates about whether the traditional cycle principle is still relevant and what may lie ahead for the wider market. Analyst Claims Bitcoin’s 4-Year Cycle is Over A well-known crypto analyst with more than 227,000 followers on X, @theunipcs, has declared that the Bitcoin four-year cycle is over. He pointed out that this market cycle…
As Bitcoin struggles in the fourth quarter of 2025, investors have found many reasons to reduce their holdings. Among these are a particular group of investors: short-term holders (STHs), who have been under pressure for a sustained period. STH MVRV in Severe Decline for 60 Days Straight In a recent update on the X platform, market analyst Burak Kesmeci highlighted an intriguing view of the current market situation regarding Bitcoin’s most active investors — the short-term holders. Kesmeci’s commentary centers on the STH MVRV (Market Value to Realized Value) ratio. This metric serves as a comparison of Bitcoin’s market value…
The market for tokenized real-world assets (RWA) is set to expand in 2026, driven by increased adoption in emerging market economies, as stated by Jesse Knutson, head of operations at crypto exchange Bitfinex.Knutson explained to Cointelegraph that emerging market economies face “friction” in capital formation and the attraction of foreign investment.He noted that tokenizing real-world assets—representing physical or traditional assets on blockchain networks—addresses this issue by facilitating on-chain capital formation and bypassing conventional financial intermediaries. Knutson added:“Emerging markets also tend to ‘leapfrog’ infrastructure that holds back developed markets, adopting digital rails, including stablecoin settlement, faster than markets with entrenched legacy…
Sharplink co-CEO Joseph Chalom suggests that Ethereum may experience a significant increase in total value locked (TVL) next year if certain on-chain trends gain momentum. Chalom has set an ambitious target: a 10X increase in TVL by 2026. This projection is linked to the growing use of stablecoins, the larger tokenization of real-world assets, and heightened interest from major financial institutions. Related Reading Stablecoin Activity On Ethereum Current estimates place the total stablecoin market at around $308 billion, with projections suggesting it could reach $500 billion by the end of next year, marking an approximate 62% increase. Approximately 54% of…
Dogecoin fell to $0.123 while Shiba Inu dropped to $0.000007165, as both tokens struggled to maintain recoveries during U.S. hours, with Bitcoin’s attempted bounce losing steam and Ether remaining sluggish — a situation keeping meme coins anchored to technical levels instead of narrative drivers.News backgroundMeme coins continued to behave as high-beta indicators of broader risk appetite while large-cap crypto showed volatility as the year comes to a close. Bitcoin’s rebound efforts have lacked consistent follow-through during U.S. hours, which has kept speculative parts of the market under pressure.Ether’s dull performance has also had an impact. With ETH having trouble gaining…
Bitcoin ETFs experienced net outflows of $83.27 million on December 26, continuing a multi-day trend of redemptions as BTC struggled to reach $88,000. Summary Bitcoin ETFs saw $83.27M in outflows on Dec. 26, extending a five-day selloff. Fidelity’s FBTC led redemptions, with $74.38M, while most ETFs reported no flows. ETF outflows now surpass $750M as Bitcoin remains under the $90K mark. Fidelity’s FBTC topped withdrawals with $74.38 million in outflows, while Grayscale’s GBTC recorded $8.89 million in redemptions. The other Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs displayed no flow activity as of December 26. BlackRock’s IBIT data was yet to be updated by…
XRP dipped to $1.86 as traders continued selling during rallies, even with consistent spot ETF demand and total ETF-held assets rising to $1.25 billion — indicating the market is still grappling with supply at critical technical levels.News overviewInstitutional interest in XRP exposure has grown through exchange-traded funds, with investors contributing $8.19 million in recent sessions. This increase brought total ETF-held net assets to $1.25 billion, suggesting that professional investors prefer accumulating positions through regulated vehicles rather than chasing spot momentum.This flow trend reflects a broader institutional crypto allocation pattern: portfolio managers are increasingly opting for structured products that mitigate custody…
This year has seen significant developments in crypto-related policy. For the first time in U.S. history, Congress enacted — and the president approved — landmark crypto legislation. Federal regulators have notably reduced their enforcement actions against crypto firms, while also initiating more regulations to support the sector. Consequently, companies have felt more confident to introduce new products and services in the U.S.You’re reading State of Crypto, a CoinDesk newsletter exploring the junction of cryptocurrency and government. Click here to subscribe to future editions.The narrativeLast year, CoinDesk’s policy team shared our expectations for 2025. Let’s assess our predictions.Why it mattersThis marks…
Disclosure: The perspectives shared in this article are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of crypto.news’ editorial team. Cryptocurrency boasts premier launchpads and some of the most liquid spot markets globally. New tokens can be minted, listed, and traded almost instantly. Once unlocking or vesting contracts clear, there’s ample liquidity for transactions. Summary There is no “mid-life market” for tokens in crypto: Between issuance and spot trading, billions in locked and vested tokens trade off-chain in non-transparent OTC deals, distorting prices and harming retail investors. This gap compromises sustainability and RWA adoption: Without structured secondary…