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.
Arizona Representative David Schweikert presented the “Scam Farms Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act of 2025” in August, advocating for neo-privateers—government-sanctioned pirates—to combat cybercriminals posing threats to the United States.The legislation would empower the US president to issue letters of marque to “privately armed and equipped individuals” contracted by the government, allowing them to “employ all means reasonably necessary” to confiscate property and detain or “punish” cybercriminals deemed a threat by the president.Such threats encompass crypto theft, pig butchering scams, ransomware attacks, identity theft, unauthorized computer access for sensitive personal or classified information, online password trafficking, and infesting computers with malware.…
Opinion by: Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, CEO of ConcordiumThe recent efforts to safeguard minors from adult content have been crucial. Now implemented in the UK, this movement is gaining traction across other European nations and the US, bringing similar constraints.However, as websites introduce age verification software, challenges have emerged. Users frequently evade the process or seek out less compliant alternatives. As a result, the uptake of this new system is limited, leaving minors exposed to risks.Current identity verification protocols fall short. Adult users need assurance that their identity remains protected while preventing minors from accessing inappropriate content. Outdated methods like photo uploads…
Social engineering scams have emerged as one of the most destructive attack vectors in the cryptocurrency space, easily bypassing technical defenses and draining users and platforms of substantial amounts. Recently, a victim lost 783 Bitcoin, valued at around $91 million, due to such an attack. Hackers Posing as Wallet Support Notable on-chain investigator ZachXBT reported that the attackers masqueraded as customer support from both exchanges and hardware wallets. According to blockchain data, the thief has already laundered the stolen assets using the privacy-focused Bitcoin wallet, Wasabi. This incident coincidentally fell on the one-year anniversary of the $243 million Genesis Creditor…
As Bitcoin (BTC) stagnates around the $113,000 mark, Ethereum (ETH) continues to demonstrate strength, showcasing a distinct divergence in price movements between the two leading cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. This variation has led some investors to contemplate shifting from BTC to ETH in order to seize the latter’s bullish trajectory. Bitcoin Faces Correction Risks – Is ETH Secure? According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake analysis by contributor XWIN Research Japan, on-chain data indicates underlying vulnerabilities in BTC’s price trend. In contrast, ETH displays significant resilience even as the wider crypto market’s momentum wanes. Related Reading Currently, Bitcoin’s exchange reserves are around…
For years, Washington was viewed as a hostile environment for the cryptocurrency sector. Regulatory crackdowns, lawsuits, and uncertain policies pushed many developers abroad and left advocates struggling on Capitol Hill.However, as Kristin Smith, president of the Solana Policy Institute, details in the latest episode of the Clear Crypto Podcast, a significant shift has occurred.Crypto coordination Smith, an experienced policy leader in Washington and former CEO of the Blockchain Association, joined hosts Nathan Jeffay and Gareth Jenkinson to discuss the evolving US regulatory landscape. What was once a disjointed and defensive industry has become one of the most organized and impactful…
Institutional investors in traditional finance lack updated risk tolerance models to handle crypto and may struggle during the upcoming bear market, according to Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long.“Big Finance is prominently involved, which appears to be driving this cycle. I think it will continue to shape this cycle,” Long expressed to CNBC at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium on Friday.Long highlighted that traditional financial institutions are willing to take on significant leverage because of safety nets built into the system, such as discount windows and other “fault tolerances.”Long shares her insights at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. Source: CNBCHowever, she cautioned that…
XRP’s legal standing remains robust as the court concludes appeal dismissals, resolving challenges from Ripple and the SEC and establishing a significant precedent in U.S. cryptocurrency regulation history. Court Finalizes Ripple v SEC Appeal Dismissals, XRP Classification Remains Intact. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit on Aug. 22, 2025, officially recognized that both Ripple […]
According to Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long, institutional investors from traditional finance lack the updated risk tolerance models to navigate the crypto landscape and may struggle during the next bear market.“Big Finance is here in a significant way, and that seems to be marking this cycle. I believe it will continue to influence this cycle,” Long stated to CNBC at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium on Friday.Long noted that legacy financial institutions are accustomed to taking on substantial leverage, relying on built-in fail-safes like discount windows and other “fault tolerances.”Long shares her insights at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. Source: CNBCHowever, she…
According to Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long, institutional investors from traditional finance lack modern risk tolerance frameworks for navigating the crypto space, which may lead to challenges in the next bear market.“Big Finance is making a significant entry, and that appears to be steering this cycle. I believe it will continue to influence this cycle,” Long stated during her interview with CNBC at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium on Friday.She observed that traditional financial institutions are comfortable with high levels of leverage, thanks to built-in fail-safes such as discount windows and various “fault tolerances.” Long shares her insights at the Wyoming Blockchain…
Traditional finance institutional investors are lacking updated risk tolerance models for handling crypto, which may lead to challenges in the next bear market, according to Custodia Bank CEO Caitlin Long.“Big Finance is significantly involved, seemingly driving this cycle. I believe it will continue to influence this ongoing trend,” Long stated in an interview with CNBC at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium on Friday.Long noted that legacy financial institutions are comfortable taking on substantial leverage due to built-in fail-safes in the system, such as discount windows and other forms of “fault tolerance.”Long provides her insights at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium. Source: CNBCHowever,…