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 privacy-focused blockchain Monero has introduced a new client update aimed at enhancing user security against “spy nodes” in the network.The “Fluorine Fermi” software update was announced on X this Thursday, with the team declaring it “a highly recommended release.”Fluorine Fermi corresponds to v0.18.4.3 of the Monero software: Monero The phrase “spy nodes” is commonly used within the Monero community to denote malicious nodes, groups of nodes, or botnets that can potentially associate IP addresses with transactions on the network.The update emphasizes an enhanced peer selection algorithm aimed at preventing connections to large subnet IP addresses typically associated with “spy…
Unchained has announced today that its registered investment advisory arm, Sound Advisory, has merged with Gannett Trust Company, resulting in the formation of a new entity: Gannett Wealth Advisors. This merger signifies the first instance of an SEC-registered investment advisor collaborating with a chartered bitcoin trust company, creating what the companies describe as a “fully integrated wealth management platform” for digital assets, according to a note distributed to Bitcoin Magazine. Gannett Wealth Advisors will function as a subsidiary of Gannett Trust Company, a public trust company established in Wyoming, focusing on integrating financial planning, custody, and inheritance services under one…
The privacy-focused blockchain Monero has released a new client update aimed at enhancing user security against “spy nodes” within the network. The “Fluorine Fermi” software update was announced on X this Thursday, with the team describing it as “a highly recommended release.”Fluorine Fermi is the designation for v0.18.4.3 of the Monero software: Monero The term “spy nodes” is commonly used within the Monero community, referring to malicious nodes, groups of nodes, or botnets capable of correlating IP addresses with transactions occurring on the network. The update emphasizes an improved peer selection algorithm to avoid connections with large subnets of IP addresses…
Landing a job in the crypto sector may pose difficulties for less-experienced candidates this year, with merely one in ten roles being entry-level, as revealed by a recent survey from venture capital firm Dragonfly Capital.Crypto recruitment executives note that this trend could be tied to a rise in unsuccessful crypto projects recently.“Crypto has been challenging to enter; fewer than 10% of roles are entry-level,” Dragonfly Capital mentioned in a report released on Thursday, referencing data gathered from 85 crypto companies in late 2024 and Q1 2025, along with around 3,400 employee and candidate data points.In contrast, senior and principal-level positions…
Key points:Bitcoin faces potential new lows in October as sellers reclaim control, pausing BTC price discovery.Key targets include local range lows around $108,000 amid bearish divergences.Market strength is waning with daily losses nearing 3%.Bitcoin (BTC) approached weekly lows following Thursday’s Wall Street opening, as sellers prevented bulls from engaging in price discovery.BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewBitcoin “likely” to give way to shorts nextData from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView indicated BTC/USD dipping below $120,000.Down nearly 3% for the day, the pair continued to navigate through bid liquidity on exchange order books.“The market still shows bid liquidity around $121K-$120K, but we…
Despite various significant catalysts, Bitcoin’s value has declined from its peak, nearing essential support levels. Summary Bitcoin’s value is dropping even with unprecedented ETF inflows and increased adoption Stocks and gold are performing noticeably better than BTC this week Nevertheless, waning confidence in the dollar may positively impact Bitcoin and gold The price of Bitcoin is decelerating despite achieving record ETF inflows, treasury accumulation, and broader adoption. After hitting an all-time high of $126,198, Bitcoin fell below its critical support level of $120,000 on October 9. Analysts are divided in their opinions, with some interpreting this as a temporary setback,…
Key takeawaysA new era of DEX competition has pivoted from token incentives to prioritizing speed, leverage, and sustainable infrastructure.Hyperliquid remains at the forefront, boasting over $300 billion in monthly volume, robust liquidity, and increasing institutional interest.Aster’s expansion thrives on airdrops, Binance affiliation, and leverage appealing to professional traders.Lighter is gaining traction due to its Ethereum layer-2 speed, no-fee trading, and a unique points-based yield farming system.Platforms like SushiSwap, PancakeSwap, and Curve harnessed yield farming and governance token incentives to draw liquidity, catalyzing swift capital influx and billions of dollars on-chain in a brief timeframe.The initial rivalry focused on attracting total…
The decentralized application (DApp) sector concluded the third quarter of 2025 with varied outcomes, as decentralized finance (DeFi) liquidity hit a record peak while user engagement plummeted, according to recent insights from DappRadar.In a report shared with Cointelegraph, DappRadar stated that the average number of daily unique active wallets stood at 18.7 million in Q3, representing a 22.4% decrease from the previous quarter. In contrast, DeFi protocols collectively secured $237 billion, marking the highest total value locked (TVL) ever observed in this domain.The report underscores a noticeable gap between institutional investments in blockchain-based financial services and the level of retail…
Key takeaways:The new “Meme Rush” launchpad from Binance aims to ensure fair launches, but it has caused a sell-off as traders wait for upcoming releases.A single wallet held a significant amount of tokens, raising concerns over market manipulation and causing substantial price drops.Low liquidity combined with inflated trading volumes exacerbated the memecoin sell-off across the BNB Chain ecosystem.Several BNB Chain memecoins plummeted over 30% on Thursday after experiencing notable gains earlier in the week. This sell-off coincided with BNB (BNB) recording its first-ever $100 single-day price decline, falling to $1,246 at the time of writing. Is this the end of…
Hong Kong is enhancing its digital yuan framework, increasing the number of merchants that accept e-CNY payments. Authorities are also considering raising transaction limits and enhancing wallet features, which are part of wider initiatives to strengthen cross-border payment integration with mainland China.Sponsored SponsoredCurrent Limits Under ReviewHong Kong’s government is aiming to extend the reach of China’s digital currency within the territory. Following the expansion of the pilot program in May 2024, the number of local retail merchants accepting e-CNY payments has steadily grown.Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, highlighted the initiative’s strategic significance, noting that the digital…