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 (BTC) remains in a period of consolidation, trading just above $113,000, which has left investors questioning the next steps for BTC. This uncertainty has prompted one analyst, known for his accurate predictions during this cycle, to indicate that a new bear market might be closer than many investors expect. Bear Market Alert In a recent social media post on platform X (formerly Twitter), the analyst known as Doctor Profit reiterated his bearish outlook. Since taking a negative stance in August, he has consistently predicted that Bitcoin could dip to the $90,000 to $94,000 range. Initially, he anticipated hitting this…
Tokenized equities are expected to greatly benefit traditional markets, although they may not provide the anticipated advantages for the crypto industry, according to Rob Hadick, a general partner at the crypto venture firm Dragonfly.“It’s undeniable that it will significantly impact TradFi,” Hadick shared with Cointelegraph during the TOKEN 2049 conference in Singapore. “They desire 24/7 trading as it enhances their economics.”Nevertheless, he expressed skepticism regarding the advantages for leading crypto players in the real-world asset tokenization arena, like Ethereum.The US Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly formulating a strategy to permit blockchain-based stocks to trade on crypto exchanges following numerous…
Tokenized equities are poised to significantly benefit traditional markets, although their impact on the crypto industry may not be as advantageous as some have anticipated, according to Rob Hadick, general partner at crypto venture firm Dragonfly.“There’s no doubt it has a big effect on TradFi,” Hadick informed Cointelegraph during the TOKEN 2049 conference in Singapore. “They are looking for 24/7 trading, which enhances their economic model.”However, he expressed uncertainty regarding the advantages for prominent crypto entities in the real-world asset tokenization arena, such as Ethereum.The US Securities and Exchange Commission is reportedly crafting a strategy to facilitate blockchain versions of…
Essential Insights:AI can instantly analyze vast onchain datasets, identifying transactions that exceed set thresholds.By connecting to a blockchain API, users can monitor high-value transactions in real-time, creating a tailored whale feed.Clustering algorithms categorize wallets based on behavioral patterns, showcasing accumulation, distribution, or exchange activities.A stepwise AI strategy, ranging from monitoring to automated execution, can provide traders with a systematic edge ahead of market movements.If you’ve ever looked at a crypto chart and wished for foresight, you’re not alone. Major players, or crypto whales, can drastically influence a token’s value within moments, and predicting their actions before the crowd can be…
AsiaStrategy (Nasdaq: SORA), an institutional digital asset firm based in Hong Kong, has teamed up with Anchorage Digital, the first federally chartered cryptocurrency bank in the U.S., to act as its main custodian and settlement infrastructure provider. This partnership signifies a significant move in AsiaStrategy’s Bitcoin treasury strategy crossing the US–Asia corridor. In conjunction with this announcement, AsiaStrategy revealed it acquired 30 bitcoin on September 30, according to a press release shared with Bitcoin Magazine. “Collaborating with Anchorage Digital allows AsiaStrategy to enhance our Bitcoin treasury strategy across the region, supporting our ongoing growth and ensuring we possess the necessary…
Horizen Labs is launching its dedicated layer-1 blockchain for private data verification, incorporating zero-knowledge cryptography.On Tuesday, ZkVerify unveiled its mainnet, specifically built for zero-knowledge proof (ZK-proof) verification.“ZkVerify aims to eliminate the economic and technical hurdles that hinder ZK adoption,” stated Horizen Labs CEO and zkVerify founder Rob Viglione in an interview with Cointelegraph.“Even though verification is often regarded as the ‘cheapest’ segment of the ZK value chain, it remains too costly and inefficient for real-world scalability,” Viglione added.What is ZKP verification?ZKP verification is a cryptographic technique allowing one party to prove a statement without revealing the underlying information. A common…
After several harrowing hours in August 2022, white hat hackers anxiously observed as black hats stole $190 million from the Nomad bridge, marking it as the fourth largest crypto hack of that year.While some white hats bravely intervened to safeguard the funds temporarily, many refrained, fearing legal repercussions.This incident prompted the crypto security nonprofit Security Alliance (SEAL) to create a means for white hats to operate freely and securely against malicious actors.This ultimately led to the establishment of the Safe Harbor Agreement, a framework introduced in 2024 that guides white hats and projects during active exploits, as noted by SEAL…
In August 2022, white hat hackers endured several tense hours as “black hats” stole $190 million from the Nomad bridge, marking it as the fourth largest crypto hack that year.While some white hats opted to temporarily secure the funds, many were hesitant, fearing legal repercussions for their involvement.This incident prompted the crypto security nonprofit Security Alliance, or SEAL, to develop a means to provide white hats with the freedom and, crucially, legal protections to combat malicious actors.This evolved into the Safe Harbor Agreement—an initiative launched in 2024 to guide white hats and projects during active exploits, as explained by SEAL…