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.
Keshav is currently a senior writer at NewsBTC, having joined the website on June 14, 2021. With years of writing experience, Keshav began as a hobbyist before transitioning to freelance work. He has written in various niches, including fiction at one time, but has dedicated the most time to the cryptocurrency sector. Regarding his formal education, Keshav earned a bachelor’s degree in Physics from one of India’s leading institutions, the University of Delhi (DU). His initial intention was to pursue a career in Physics, but the COVID pandemic altered his plans. With classes moving online, he found himself with extra…
Tyler Williams, previously a regulatory lawyer at Galaxy Digital, is now the chief crypto adviser for President Donald Trump’s Treasury Department, placing him at the forefront of several policy initiatives outlined by Trump this year.This feature is part of CoinDesk’s Most Influential 2025 list.Having a wealth of experience in federal government, including roles in congressional offices and at the Treasury, Williams was appointed by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in February to lead a comprehensive set of crypto initiatives. The department plays a crucial role in the president’s digital assets agenda, including the establishment of a federal bitcoin reserve.As Congress engaged…
Ether (ETH) has fluctuated around $3,000 for the past three weeks, marking a consolidation phase after its sudden drop to $2,620 on Nov. 21. Ether traders are now questioning the chances of further corrections if support at $2,800 is breached. Key insights: Ether fell below $3,000 again due to a lack of futures demand and aggressive selling from long-term holders. Decreasing Ethereum network fees and activity indicate a decline in on-chain demand. Weak technical signals suggest a potential drop to $2,300 if the next support level is lost. ETH/USD price chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView ETH price trapped between two trendlines Ether’s…
Cryptocurrencies have found stability following Monday’s significant selloff, with bitcoin BTC$88,007.24 holding steady above $87,000 during the early hours of the U.S. trading session on Tuesday.The predominant cryptocurrency rose approximately 3% from its overnight lows, while ether ETH$2,954.47 lagged behind, increasing only 1.4%. Major altcoins such as BNB BNB$875.63, XRP$1.9376, and SUI$1.5237 demonstrated notable strength, with gains between 3% and 6% overnight.Stocks linked to cryptocurrency also saw a resurgence following Monday’s chaotic trading. Companies such as Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy (MSTR) and brokerage Robinhood (HOOD) experienced increases of 3%-4%, while Circle (CRCL), the issuer of the $78 billion USDC stablecoin,…
The U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. has introduced the initial formal rule proposal following the new legislation on stablecoin issuers. The board voted on Tuesday to initiate a 60-day public comment period regarding its process for managing applications from regulated banks that intend to issue stablecoins from their subsidiaries.The agency, headed by Acting Chairman Travis Hill—who is also President Donald Trump’s pick for the permanent position—will collect comments and review them prior to releasing a final rule. The Tuesday proposal, which received unanimous approval from the three-member board, aims to create the procedures for application acceptance, review under a 120-day…
Bitcoin (BTC) faced selling pressure at the start of Wall Street trading on Tuesday as the market responded to mixed employment data from the US.Key points:Bitcoin traders are locked in a tug-of-war for dominance amid inconsistent US employment figures.Order-book liquidity starts to experience disturbances at the opening of Wall Street.BTC price projections suggest a target of $95,000 if a bullish trend develops in the short term.Bitcoin order-book “showdown” begins at $87,000Data from Cointelegraph Markets Pro and TradingView indicated that bulls are challenging resistance just above $87,000. BTC/USD one-hour chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingViewFollowing a drop to nearly $85,000 the previous day, tensions…
Tether, the leading stablecoin provider, has spearheaded an $8 million strategic investment in Speed, a payment infrastructure firm that integrates Bitcoin’s Lightning Network with stablecoin transactions to facilitate real-time money transfers.According to a press release, Speed processes over $1.5 billion in annual payment volume and caters to approximately 1.2 million users and businesses through its wallet and merchant solutions.The platform utilizes Lightning for its rapid payment processing and allows users to settle transactions in USDT for consistent value.Tether indicated that this investment is part of its initiative to enhance Bitcoin-related financial infrastructure and broaden the use of USDT beyond trading.…
Companies holding Bitcoin treasuries have faced significant challenges due to the lackluster price performance of Bitcoin in 2025. Publicly listed entities with substantial BTC holdings are bearing the brunt, particularly leaders like (Micro)Strategy, who have engaged in aggressive accumulation despite various challenges—yet many are currently valued below their net asset value, presenting a unique opportunity for bold strategic investors. Figure 1: Analyzing BTC reserves of major public Bitcoin Treasury Companies. View live chart. The Landscape of Bitcoin Treasury Companies Not all Bitcoin treasury companies are alike. Strategy is distinguished as the leader in the field, often referred to as the…
Onchain activity significantly dropped across various major networks, as per Nansen data, with 11 blockchains reporting decreases in active addresses over the last year.Ronin experienced the steepest decline at 70%, while Bitcoin saw a decrease of 7.2%. Several layer-2 Ethereum networks were also affected.Additionally, Nansen data indicated reductions in transaction activity on many of the same networks, with ZKsync facing one of the most severe drops, recording a 90% decline in transactions.Contrarily, Ethereum’s base layer registered a 25% increase in active addresses and more than a 20% rise in transactions, amidst ongoing discussions regarding Ethereum’s rollup-centric roadmap and concerns over…
CoreWeave (CRWV) has experienced a decline of over 60% in its share price since its peak in June, raising concerns that the AI infrastructure surge might have reached its limit.Recent information from the Wall Street Journal indicates that the expansion is precarious, marked by operational delays, significant leverage, and tightening credit conditions.According to the report, investors are increasingly worried about two main risks associated with CRWV. First, the company is heavily dependent on high-interest debt to acquire advanced AI chips from NVIDIA (NVDA). Second, its revenue heavily relies on a few major clients, including OpenAI, Microsoft (MSFT), and Meta (META).Some…