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.
They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn. Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved…
Sentiment in the crypto industry can shift quickly. According to Glassnode data, all bitcoin wallet cohorts are currently in some form of distribution. The Accumulation Trend Score (ATS), broken down by wallet cohort, helps measure the relative strength of accumulation or distribution across entity sizes.This metric evaluates accumulation strength by considering both the size of the entities and the amount of bitcoin acquired over the past 15 days.A score closer to 1 indicates accumulation.A score closer to 0 indicates distribution.Exchanges, miners, and certain other entities are excluded from the calculation.At present, from large holders with more than 10,000 BTC to…
In brief Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act (SB1797), giving regulators authority over crypto exchanges and mandating fraud safeguards. Pritzker also signed the Digital Asset Kiosk Act (SB2319), requiring ATM operators to register, cap fees at 18%, limit transactions, and refund scam victims. Illinois now has about 1,482 crypto ATMs, up from 1,687 in 2022, as lawmakers move ahead of weak federal oversight with stricter state-level rules. Illinois became the first state in the Midwest to pass comprehensive safeguards for crypto users on Monday, as Governor J.B. Pritzker signed two bills aimed at curbing…
Solana’s price performance has been weighed down by the broader market’s sluggish momentum over the past week. With trading sentiment leaning cautious, SOL has shed 10% of its value in the last seven days. However, there is a catch. Long-term holders (LTHs) view this correction as a fresh buying opportunity, quietly increasing their exposure to the altcoin. How will this impact SOL’s performance in the near term? Solana Holders Accumulate Despite Price Weakness Glassnode’s data has shown a steady decline in SOL’s Liveliness since August 16. It started dropping after a peak of 0.7656, confirming the waning selloffs among investors who…
Key points:Bitcoin is safe from breaking below $100,000 for the rest of the current bull market, analyst BitQuant said.The latest predictions hint that $145,000 is still in play for BTC price.A new dip below $114,500 closes a CME futures gap in place since July.Bitcoin (BTC) will not “come close” to $100,000 during the current correction, with new all-time highs yet to come.The latest predictions from X analyst BitQuant offer hope to nervous traders and include a $145,000 BTC price target.BitQuant hints road to $145,000 BTC still openBitcoin may have sagged below $114,500 to seal an 8.8% drawdown against its latest…
Bybit Offers LATAM Users a Share of 30,000 USDT for First Bitcoin Buys – Chainwire HomeNewsroomBybit Offers LATAM Users a Share of 30,000 USDT for First Bitcoin Buys We use cookies to make Chainwire’s website a better experience. Cookies help us provide a more personalized experience and relevant advertising for you, and web analytics for us. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user,…
Bitcoin is holding near the $115,000 mark after a week of choppy price action, with exchange-traded fund outflows weighing on sentiment even as whale wallets quietly expand their holdings. Summary Bitcoin trades near $115,00, down 3% this week and 2.5% this month, sitting 7% below its all-time high. ETF activity reversed with $121M in daily outflows. Whales accumulated 20,000 BTC, adding to over 225,000 BTC since March, a trend often linked with price recovery. Bitcoin (BTC) has slipped around 6% from its Aug. 14 all-time high, remaining 3% down in the past week. After a strong summer rally that propelled Bitcoin from…
Dogecoin stalls near $0.24–$0.25, analysts eye $0.19 head-and-shoulders setup. Pengu dips to $0.0316, analysts see $0.025 as healthy correction before push. Remittix (RTX) builds PayFi rails with cross-chain, low-fee settlement focus. Momentum rotated hard this week. Dogecoin and Pengu both cooled after sharp runs, while Remittix (RTX) kept attracting fresh eyes thanks to a simple, tradable storyline: utility now, and another listing reveal tied to a public milestone. Here’s the quick, human read with prices and what analysts are flagging. Dogecoin: profit-taking under a familiar ceiling The Dogecoin price sits around $0.222–$0.223 today, with liquidity still deep…
South Korea’s top financial regulator ordered crypto exchanges to suspend new digital asset lending services, citing mounting risks and highlighting a need for clear rules. The Financial Services Commission (FSC) said on Tuesday that it sent letters to exchanges requesting the suspension of new crypto lending until it completes guidelines. Existing contracts, like repayments and maturity extensions, will be permitted. On July 31, the FSC and the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) announced they had formed a joint task force to develop a regulatory framework for crypto lending. The guidelines are expected to cover leverage limits, user eligibility and risk disclosures for virtual…
Alvin Lang Aug 19, 2025 07:37 Explore the rapid adoption of xStocks, tokenized equities on Solana (SOL), as they achieve significant trading volumes through major exchanges and DeFi integrations. The launch of xStocks, a platform offering tokenized equities on the Solana (SOL) blockchain, has garnered significant attention in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space. According to Solana, xStocks went live on June 30, 2025, with an initial offering that included over 55 stocks and ETFs. Launch and Early Traction Backed, a financial technology firm, spearheaded the launch of xStocks, partnering with major centralized exchanges…