Author: Ethan Carter
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Key pointsSeveral altcoins, including Cosmos’s ATOM token, nearly dropped to zero on Binance during Friday’s cryptocurrency market crash.The same altcoins retained actual market value on other centralized crypto exchanges.On October 10, the cryptocurrency faced its most drastic decline since the FTX collapse, with total market capitalization plunging by around $850 billion in just a few hours.Bitcoin (BTC) decreased by approximately 10–15%, falling from peaks of around $124,000 to lows of $105,000. Altcoins were particularly affected, especially those traded on Binance, with many seeing declines of 99.99-100% in mere minutes.This included tokens like Cosmos (ATOM), IoTeX (IOTX), and Enjin (ENJ), whose…
Main InsightsSome altcoins, such as Cosmos’s ATOM token, temporarily dropped to near zero on Binance during the crypto market crash on Friday.These altcoins maintained actual market value on other centralized exchanges.On October 10, the cryptocurrency experienced its largest decline since the FTX collapse, with the total market cap plummeting by around $850 billion in just hours.Bitcoin (BTC) decreased by approximately 10–15%, from peaks of nearly $124,000 to troughs of $105,000. Altcoins had even larger losses, particularly those on Binance, many of which dropped 99.99-100% in mere minutes.This includes tokens like Cosmos (ATOM), IoTeX (IOTX), and Enjin (ENJ), which briefly hit…
While many altcoins are still struggling to recover from the recent crypto market downturn, Zcash (ZEC) appears to be on a different trajectory. The privacy-oriented token has surged nearly 74% in the past week, maintaining its strength as others falter.This resilience is not driven by speculation but rather by solid confidence. Both large investors and retail traders are quietly capitalizing on dips, and ZEC’s price chart suggests that momentum still has room to grow. However, this potential for upward movement brings certain risks as well.Sponsored Buyers Refuse to Back Down as Money Keeps Flowing InZcash’s buying momentum has remained steady…
Welcome to Slate Sunday, our weekly feature at CryptoSlate that delves into enlightening interviews, expert insights, and engaging op-eds, going beyond just headlines to highlight the ideas and voices shaping the cryptocurrency landscape.I’m perched on a box with an unreliable WiFi connection and a malfunctioning computer. Relocating disrupts every facet of life, yet I’m resolved to keep my workflow uninterrupted.This chaos aligns well with the crypto scene. My tally of meetings taken from airports, amusement parks, or other unexpected venues is growing.In the spirit of “building the airplane as we fly,” I anticipate that Alexei Zamyatin, the creative force behind…
Perspective by: Hedy Wang, co-founder and CEO at Block StreetEquity markets are still operating on outdated systems — batch files, email reconciliations, and slow collateral transfers that drudge through custodians in workflows lacking full control.If the industry seeks to uphold its credibility, it must no longer accept this reality. Incremental fixes or niche solutions will not suffice. The solution is a shift to onchain equity lending. Real-time settlement, programmable collateral, and transparent rule enforcement will establish the new standard.Equities depend on aspects like certainty and speed; however, the systems supporting them still cause delays in settlements, stalled recalls, and reconciliation…
BNB’s recent increase to a new all-time high of over $1,300 is not an “unexpected upshot or rare peak,” but rather showcases the network’s credibility, according to David Namdar, CEO of Nasdaq-listed CEA Industries, which has emerged as the world’s largest BNB Treasury.In a recent discussion with Cointelegraph, Namdar described BNB (BNB) as “the most overlooked blue-chip in the market,” asserting that the rally signifies years of underappreciated fundamentals breaking through.“The market is recognizing the credibility, scale, and utility of the BNB ecosystem,” he stated, highlighting the chain’s increasing throughput, active user base, and steady traction in DeFi and gaming.…
BNB’s recent ascent to a new all-time high surpassing $1,300 is not merely an “unexpected spike or rare peak”; rather, it underscores the network’s credibility, as noted by David Namdar, CEO of Nasdaq-listed CEA Industries, which has emerged as the world’s largest BNB Treasury.In a recent conversation with Cointelegraph, Namdar described BNB (BNB) as “the most overlooked blue-chip in the market,” asserting that the rally reflects years of underappreciated fundamentals finally emerging.“The market is becoming aware of the credibility, scale, and utility of the BNB ecosystem,” he remarked, highlighting the chain’s increasing throughput, active users, and stable traction in DeFi…
Bitcoin is currently revisiting the “golden cross,” a bullish technical pattern that has historically acted as a precursor to price surges, according to crypto market analyst Mister Crypto.In a Sunday post on X, the analyst shared a chart indicating that Bitcoin’s (BTC) prior golden crosses resulted in increases of 2,200% in 2017 and 1,190% in 2020. With BTC presently around $110,000, he suggested that maintaining this level could trigger another steep price increase.“The setup appears remarkably strong,” he stated, adding that a confirmed breakout could “absolutely explode” Bitcoin’s value in the weeks ahead.A golden cross is a bullish trading indicator…
Bitcoin is revisiting the “golden cross,” a bullish technical formation that has historically signaled rallies, according to crypto market expert Mister Crypto.In a Sunday update on X, the analyst presented a chart highlighting that Bitcoin’s (BTC) prior golden crosses resulted in gains of 2,200% in 2017 and 1,190% in 2020. With BTC currently around $110,000, he indicated that maintaining this level could trigger another significant rally.“The setup appears remarkably strong,” he remarked, suggesting that a confirmed breakout could lead to a dramatic increase in Bitcoin’s price in the near future.A golden cross is a bullish trading indication that occurs when…