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 Federal Reserve just dismantled its targeted crypto oversight, clearing the runway for banks to re-enter digital assets under streamlined rules and unleashing fintech innovation nationwide. Federal Reserve Just Pulled the Plug on Crypto Crackdown Machine The U.S. Federal Reserve Board announced on Aug. 15, 2025, that it will end its Novel Activities Supervision Program […]
The price of TRUMP, the cryptocurrency linked to U.S. President Donald Trump, has shown limited movement following the recent meeting in Alaska between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Despite heightened market expectations, the altcoin did not experience a significant surge as some had anticipated. TRUMP Investors Move To Sell Their Holdings Investor sentiment around TRUMP saw a noticeable uptick following the high-profile meeting between Trump and Putin. Given the ongoing geopolitical tensions, many saw this summit as a step toward improving U.S.-Russia relations. Such developments often spur market optimism, especially for assets tied to major political figures. However, the…
Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz says a million-dollar Bitcoin next year wouldn’t be a victory but rather a sign that the US economy is in serious trouble.“People who cheer for the million-dollar Bitcoin price next year, I was like, Guys, it only gets there if we’re in such a shitty place domestically,” Novogratz told Natalie Brunell on the Coin Stories podcast on Wednesday.Novogratz prefers stability over soaring BTC prices“I’d rather have a lower Bitcoin price in a more stable United States than the opposite,” Novogratz said, explaining that severe currency devaluations often come at the expense of civil society.When a…
Luxury watch retailer Top Win has raised $10 million in an investment strategy that sees it become the first Bitcoin treasury company in Taiwan. Summary Top Win has secured $10 million to buy Bitcoin. Nasdaq-listed Top Win becomes the first public Bitcoin treasury company in Taiwan. Data shows 167 public companies currently operate as Bitcoin treasuries, with over 976,132 BTC in total. According to a press release, the Hong Kong-based company said its move to venture into digital assets and web3 space sees it become the first Taiwanese public company to adopt Bitcoin (BTC) as a treasury asset. Top Win…
NBIM now holds the equivalent of 7,161 BTC through listed equities. Institutional interest in Bitcoin grows through ETFs and corporate holdings. The move may signal early stages of sovereign-backed Bitcoin adoption. Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, the largest in the world, has taken a significant step into the cryptocurrency market, increasing its Bitcoin (BTC) exposure by 192% during the second quarter of 2025. Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), which manages the country’s $1.6 trillion oil-funded portfolio, expanded its holdings from the equivalent of 2,446 BTC from the June quarter in 2024 to 7,161 BTC. The move underscores a broader shift among…
A wave of anecdotes from industry figures and onlookers has pushed XRP into everyday talk in some circles, but the picture is mixed. Related Reading According to a recent podcast episode featuring several crypto commentators, guests flagged “mania signals” as a way to spot when an asset is going mainstream. Some guests said they are now hearing XRP mentioned in casual settings, while others point to counterexamples that suggest the trend is not universal. Uber Drivers Talk Crypto Based on reports from the Unchained podcast and social posts, one guest said they had taken multiple Uber rides where drivers were…
Epic Chain, backed by Ripple, is taking a bold step into the future of finance with the launch of its XRP-native RWA tokenization platform. With Ripple’s support and XRP’s efficiency at its core, Epic Chain could lead the next wave of adoption, where trillions in real-world assets move seamlessly on-chain. Ripple Backs New Real-World Assets Platform In a release, Epic Chain is positioning itself at the center of the real-world assets (RWAs) tokenization wave, building an XRP-native platform to bring real estate, credit, commodities, and collectibles onto the blockchain. With the global RWA market estimated at over $50 trillion, Epic…
Crypto exchange Kraken has temporarily paused Monero (XMR) deposits due to the ongoing 51% attack against the privacy-focused blockchain, which has compromised the security of the network.A 51% attack occurs when one mining pool controls more than 50% of a blockchain network’s total hashing power, giving it the ability to double-spend and reorder transactions on the ledger. The Kraken exchange wrote on Friday:“As a security precaution, we have paused Monero deposits after detecting that a single mining pool has gained more than 50% of the network’s total hashing power. This concentration of mining power poses a potential risk to network…
If you work in a nine-to-five for diminishing wages and dwindling self-respect, the author of The Bitcoin Age (Amazon affiliate link), Adam Livingston, says Bitcoin can help you break the chains of ‘wage slavery’. Let’s take a closer look.Wage slavery: you are not employed, you are monetizedIn today’s economy, most people like to think of themselves as “employed.” Working hard, building a career, and moving up the ladder. Well, it’s time to wake up and smell the coffee, as Livingston bluntly warns:“You sell your time for melting tokens that depreciate while you sit in traffic and rehearse what you’re going…
My name is Godspower Owie, and I was born and brought up in Edo State, Nigeria. I grew up with my three siblings who have always been my idols and mentors, helping me to grow and understand the way of life. My parents are literally the backbone of my story. They’ve always supported me in good and bad times and never for once left my side whenever I feel lost in this world. Honestly, having such amazing parents makes you feel safe and secure, and I won’t trade them for anything else in this world. I was exposed to the…