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 Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) has carried out the inaugural on-chain distribution of universal basic income (UBI) via a digitally native sovereign bond, USDM1, on the Stellar blockchain.In collaboration with the Stellar Development Foundation (SDF) and infrastructure partner Crossmint, this multimillion-dollar initiative is part of RMI’s national UBI program, locally referred to as ENRA, as confirmed by the Finance Ministry of the Marshall Islands. This initiative replaces traditional quarterly cash deliveries with direct digital transfers to eligible citizens, many of whom reside on widely scattered islands.USDM1 is a U.S. dollar-denominated sovereign bond, fully secured by short-term U.S. Treasury…
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) is advancing rule-making under the US GENIUS Act by proposing a framework for how regulated banks can apply to issue payment stablecoins, a crucial initial step in implementing the law’s stablecoin provisions.In a 38-page document released on the FDIC’s website, the agency outlined proposed approval requirements for the issuance of payment stablecoins by subsidiaries of FDIC-supervised institutions.As reported by Bloomberg here, the proposal will undergo a public consultation period before it advances to the next step in the rulemaking process. Excerpts from the FDIC’s proposed framework for bank-issued payment stablecoins. Source: FDICAccording to the…
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren has requested a new U.S. national-security investigation into a specific segment of the cryptocurrency industry, focusing her concerns on PancakeSwap, a decentralized exchange she has identified as attempting to promote coins linked to President Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial Inc.Warren stated the exchange, which functions across multiple blockchains and is a key protocol on Binance’s chain, should be scrutinized for its ties to “any inappropriate political influence by the Trump Administration on enforcement decisions,” as noted in her Monday communication to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi. She reiterated a similar request from…
Why holidays attract crypto scammers While the holiday season is a time for relaxation, family, and festivities, it also becomes a peak period for cybercriminals. Scammers exploit the surge in online shopping, holiday promotions, and emotional spending, tricking individuals into giving up their money. For those involved in cryptocurrency, these scams can have devastating effects due to the irreversible nature of crypto transactions. Scammers are aware of this and capitalize on the fact that many users are still learning to manage their assets securely. So, how do these scammers target crypto users during the holiday season, and what methods do…
Why holidays attract crypto scammers The holiday season is meant for relaxation, family gatherings, and festivities. Sadly, it’s also a peak time for cybercriminal activity.Scammers exploit the surge in online shopping, festive deals, and emotional spending to deceive individuals into losing their money.For users of cryptocurrency, such scams can be particularly harmful, as crypto transfers are usually non-reversible. Scammers are aware of this fact, and many people are still figuring out how to manage their assets securely.So, in what ways do scammers target crypto users during this festive time, and what methods do they deploy?Let’s explore.The holiday season brings various…
BNB has continued its upward trend over the last 24 hours, climbing nearly 2.5% to a trading value of $872, coinciding with a broader recovery in the cryptocurrency market where the CoinDesk 20 (CD20) index increased by 1.4% during the same timeframe.Throughout the session, BNB outperformed many major cryptocurrencies, maintaining its position above the $850 support level despite broader market volatility, as indicated by CoinDesk Research’s technical analysis data model.Trading data reveals that BNB initially surpassed $851 and gradually increased, hitting a peak near $876 before stabilizing. Daily trading volume significantly exceeded recent averages, indicating involvement from larger players rather…
Why holidays attract crypto scammers The holiday season is meant for relaxation, family time, and celebration. Regrettably, it simultaneously becomes one of the peak periods for cybercriminals. Scammers exploit the surge in online shopping, festive promotions, and emotional spending to deceive individuals into revealing their money. For cryptocurrency users, these scams can be particularly harmful due to the irreversible nature of crypto transactions. Scammers are aware of this, and many users are still navigating the safe management of their assets. So, in what ways do scammers target crypto users during the holiday season, and which strategies do they employ? Let’s…
DOT$1.9004 experienced notable growth on Tuesday, increasing by 1.9% as Coinbase’s USDC integration announcement spurred technical breakout momentum, based on the analysis model from CoinDesk Research.The model indicated that DOT climbed to $1.91 in a 24-hour span, establishing a series of higher lows despite some early fluctuations.Trading volume was 17% higher than monthly averages, but the price movements suggested systematic accumulation rather than speculative trading, according to the model.The analysis revealed solid support in the $1.87-$1.88 range through various successful tests.Institutional flows increased as key factors aligned with the technical momentum.The breakout was characterized by significant institutional volume of 229,817…
Why holidays draw in crypto scammers The holiday season is meant for relaxation, family, and joy. Sadly, it also becomes one of the peak periods for cybercriminals. Scammers capitalize on the surge in online shopping, seasonal promotions, and emotional spending to deceive people into giving away their money. For those in the cryptocurrency space, these scams can be particularly harmful since crypto transactions are usually irreversible. Scammers are aware that crypto transfers cannot be reversed, and many individuals are still in the process of learning how to manage their assets securely. So, how do scammers target crypto users during the…
Bitcoin (BTC) faced challenging ask liquidity at Tuesday’s Wall Street opening as traders reacted to mixed employment data from the US.Key points:Bitcoin buyers and sellers are contesting control amidst conflicting employment figures from the US.Order-book liquidity starts to be tested at the opening of Wall Street.BTC price targets could reach $95,000 if bullish momentum occurs in short timeframes.Bitcoin order-book “conflict” begins at $87,000Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView indicated that bulls were battling resistance above $87,000. BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewAfter falling to around $85,000 the previous day, tensions rose as buyers aimed to avoid another “manipulative” sell-off during…