Author: Ethan Carter

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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$94,115.31 increased to its highest mark since mid-November, surging over 3% to $94,400 during Monday’s trading session, marking its largest percentage gain in over a month.The surge, which moved the asset closer to the $95,000 mark—considered by some analysts as a crucial threshold for gaining further momentum—was primarily driven by XRP$2.1320. After surpassing significant resistance overnight, XRP continued its upward momentum during the U.S. trading hours, climbing 9% to just under $2.32, also posting its best performance since mid-November.Stocks tied to cryptocurrency—including many that faced relentless selling in late 2025—were notably higher across the board.Coinbase (COIN), which received a…

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President Donald Trump’s initiative to exclude Democrats from U.S. regulatory roles has resulted in a unique circumstance at the two agencies most influential in federal crypto regulation: A small group of Republican crypto supporters now holds complete authority over both.Last week, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission bid farewell to its only Democratic commissioner, Caroline Crenshaw, eliminating standard opposition to its current policy initiatives. Crenshaw frequently warned the agency about its transition towards embracing digital assets, opposing bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as a risk to investors. She maintained a consumer-protection approach that consistently applied to those investing in crypto.”It’s safe…

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Filecoin FIL$1.6015 surged 6% on Monday to $1.59 within the 24-hour span, outperforming the overall cryptocurrency market. The broader market measurement, the CoinDesk 20 index, was up 2.2% at the time of publication.The storage token rose from $1.51 to $1.59 during the session, with a range of $0.21 (13.9%) while volume reached about 91% of its 30-day average, indicating controlled directional positioning rather than speculative enthusiasm, as per CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model.The model indicated that the measured volume profile, which fell short of the 110% mark that signals increased institutional involvement, pointed to efficient positioning by knowledgeable traders. The…

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Fred Wilson, a prominent venture capitalist in the U.S., believes that the pivotal moment for crypto in 2026 will not stem from new blockchains but rather from making them seamless for users.“Blockchains will fade into the background behind superior consumer interfaces that enable users to utilize, trade, and send tokens without needing to worry about the underlying blockchain,” Wilson, who dubbed bitcoin BTC$94,144.10 an “interesting investment opportunity” back in 2011, expressed in a blog post released last week.This forecast, part of Wilson’s broader tech predictions for 2026, aligns with his long-held belief: the blockchain’s potential hinges on user-friendliness more than…

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As Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro enters a federal courtroom in New York to address narco-terrorism charges, the world will witness a significant geopolitical event.Yet, for cryptocurrency investors, this trial holds a hidden financial implication that could transform the global Bitcoin market for years ahead.According to Bitcoin Treasuries, the Venezuelan government is reported to hold only 240 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $22 million. By itself, this amount is negligible and does not significantly affect global liquidity or price dynamics.Venezuela Bitcoin Holdings (Source: Bitcoin Treasuries)However, a new report from Whale Hunt indicates that this official data may be misleading.The report suggests that…

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BNB continued its upward trend over the past 24 hours, increasing by 1.7% and trading around $906.The price movements during this period indicated consistent demand rather than an outright breakout, as per CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis model. BNB demonstrated a series of higher lows and mostly consolidated within the high-$890s to low-$900s range.Trading volume increased as it broke through the $900 mark, but then decreased as the price tested higher levels, implying that buyers were becoming less aggressive near the resistance zone.From a technical standpoint, BNB remains confined within two clearly defined limits. Ongoing support from December’s lows continues to…

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The cryptocurrency market has maintained its upward trend, with Bitcoin and a majority of altcoins showing gains as crucial indicators surged. Summary The cryptocurrency market rally persisted on Monday. Bitcoin’s price surged to $92,500, while Ethereum held steady above $3,000. The Crypto Fear and Greed Index moved into the neutral territory. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) surged to $92,500, representing a nearly 15% increase from its lowest point in November. Ethereum (ETH) maintained its position well above the critical resistance level of $3,000, as the total market capitalization of all tokens exceeded $3.25 billion. Ongoing crypto market rally as Fear…

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Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama expressed her strong endorsement for integrating cryptocurrency trading into the country’s stock exchanges, dubbing 2026 as the “digital year,” as reported by the Japanese crypto news outlet Coinpost.At a ceremony in Tokyo on January 5, marking the first trading session of the year, Katayama highlighted that regulated exchanges will be pivotal in boosting crypto adoption. “To allow the public to benefit from digital and blockchain assets, the role of securities and commodity exchanges is vital,” she stated.Currently, digital asset trading in Japan is primarily segregated from conventional capital markets. This division has characterized Japan’s regulatory…

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