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Ethereum’s Quiet Comeback Could Be Just Around the Corner

Ethereum’s Quiet Comeback Could Be Just Around the Corner

Ethereum, the second largest crypto by market cap, has faced a challenging year, underperforming expectations in the current market cycle that began in 2024. Despite this, recent onchain activity and market indicators point to a potential reversal, suggesting Ethereum may be poised for significant growth. With whale accumulation on the

How Bitcoin Mining Powers This Brooklyn Luxury Spa

How Bitcoin Mining Powers This Brooklyn Luxury Spa

In the heart of Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood, Bathhouse spa offers a luxurious retreat where steaming pools, marble hammams, and soothing showers create an oasis of calm. Yet behind the serene ambiance lies an innovative twist: the spa’s water is heated not by traditional methods but by the computational

Justin Sun Stands Firm on Ethereum Holdings Amid Price Slump

Justin Sun Stands Firm on Ethereum Holdings Amid Price Slump

Tron founder Justin Sun has reaffirmed his commitment to holding Ethereum (ETH) despite its recent price struggles, signaling confidence in the altcoin’s long-term potential. As Ethereum navigates a challenging market, with prices dipping significantly from their highs, Sun’s decision to retain his substantial ETH holdings stands in contrast

Barry Silbert Bets Big on Bittensor and the Crypto-AI Revolution

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Barry Silbert Bets Big on Bittensor and the Crypto-AI Revolution

In a recent YouTube interview on Raoul Pal The Journey Man, crypto industry pioneer Barry Silbert, founder of Digital Currency Group (DCG), shared insights into his decades long journey in cryptocurrency and his bold new focus on the convergence of crypto and artificial intelligence. Silbert, whose early bets on Bitcoin

Coinbase Boosts Solana Infrastructure with Major Performance Upgrades

Coinbase Boosts Solana Infrastructure with Major Performance Upgrades

Coinbase has significantly enhanced its Solana infrastructure, delivering faster and more reliable transaction processing for users. The crypto exchange implemented a series of technical upgrades, including asynchronous transaction processing and the use of bare metal machines, to improve performance. These changes address previous network congestion issues on the Solana blockchain,

Privacy Focused "eXch" Cryptocurrency Exchange to End Operations

Privacy Focused "eXch" Cryptocurrency Exchange to End Operations

The cryptocurrency exchange "eXch", known for its privacy focused instant trading platform, has announced it will shut down operations effective May 1, 2025. Operating since 2014, eXch has provided a no-KYC (Know Your Customer) service, allowing users to trade cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Litecoin, Monero, Dash, Ethereum, and ERC-20

Gary Gensler Shares Insights on Bitcoin and Crypto Market Risks

Gary Gensler Shares Insights on Bitcoin and Crypto Market Risks

In a recent CNBC interview on April 16, 2025, former Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler shared his perspective on the crypto market, emphasizing its reliance on sentiment over fundamental value. Addressing the celebratory reactions of some crypto leaders to dropped enforcement cases, Gensler shifted focus to the

Tether Blacklisting Raises Concerns Over Centralized Stablecoin Control

Tether Blacklisting Raises Concerns Over Centralized Stablecoin Control

A recent blacklisting of a user’s wallet address by Tether (USDT) has sparked renewed debate about the risks of centralized stablecoins, as the action froze funds held in a non-custodial Unstoppable Wallet. This incident highlights Tether’s ability to remotely block transactions, a power rooted in its centralized control

Jihan Wu and Bitdeer Face Scrutiny Over Transparency and Governance Concerns in Research Report

Jihan Wu and Bitdeer Face Scrutiny Over Transparency and Governance Concerns in Research Report

Bitdeer Technologies Group, a Nasdaq-listed Bitcoin mining company, has come under intense scrutiny following a detailed report by "Callisto Research," an organization that has taken a short position on the company’s stock (BTDR). The report attempts to raise serious questions about Bitdeer’s financial transparency, corporate governance,

Bitcoin Price Dips as Fed Chair Powell Signals Tariff Concerns

Bitcoin Price Dips as Fed Chair Powell Signals Tariff Concerns

Bitcoin’s price took a hit today, erasing earlier gains after Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell highlighted the potential economic fallout from looming tariffs on China and other nations. The cryptocurrency, which had surged past $85,500 earlier in the day, stumbled following Powell’s remarks, reflecting the market’s

China Weighs Bitcoin Strategic Reserve in Crypto Regulation Talks

China Weighs Bitcoin Strategic Reserve in Crypto Regulation Talks

China’s increasing stockpile of cryptocurrencies confiscated from illegal activities is driving local governments to seek innovative disposal methods, while prompting urgent calls for clearer regulations from the judiciary and financial sectors. Despite a nationwide ban on cryptocurrency trading, local authorities have turned to private firms to convert seized digital

OKX Expands Crypto Trading Platform to US Market

OKX Expands Crypto Trading Platform to US Market

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has announced its official entry into the United States, launching its centralized exchange trading platform and OKX wallet for American customers. The company has established its regional headquarters in San Jose, California, marking a significant step in its global expansion. This move follows a $500 million settlement

Trump Plans Crypto Real Estate Game Inspired by Monopoly Legacy

Trump Plans Crypto Real Estate Game Inspired by Monopoly Legacy

President Donald Trump, a self-proclaimed fan of the classic board game Monopoly, is venturing into the digital realm with a new Trump-branded crypto game that echoes the real estate themes of his earlier projects. In 1989, Trump launched Trump: The Game, a real estate-themed board game that mirrored Monopoly’s

Cardano Enters New Era as Founder Charles Hoskinson Plans High-Risk Journey

Cardano Enters New Era as Founder Charles Hoskinson Plans High-Risk Journey

Charles Hoskinson, the visionary behind Cardano, addressed the crypto community on April 12, 2025, with a message that blended reflection, optimism, and a surprising announcement. In a livestream titled “See you on the other side,” broadcast from his Colorado home, Hoskinson declared that Cardano has achieved full decentralization, marking a

ESP32 Chip Flaw Exposes Blockstream Jade Hardware Wallet to Security Risks

ESP32 Chip Flaw Exposes Blockstream Jade Hardware Wallet to Security Risks

A newly discovered flaw in a widely used microchip is raising concerns about the safety of certain Bitcoin and crypto hardware wallets. The ESP32 chip, embedded in billions of Internet of Things devices and products like Blockstream’s Jade hardware wallet, contains a serious vulnerability according to Protos, that could

AWS Outage Highlights Crypto Industry’s Centralized Infrastructure

AWS Outage Highlights Crypto Industry’s Centralized Infrastructure

On April 15, 2025, a brief but significant Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage disrupted operations for several major cryptocurrency exchange platforms, raising fresh concerns about the crypto industry’s reliance on centralized infrastructure. Exchanges like Binance and KuCoin, among others, faced connectivity issues that temporarily halted services, prompting swift responses

Phantom Wallet Lawsuit Highlights Security Concerns After $500,000 Theft

Phantom Wallet Lawsuit Highlights Security Concerns After $500,000 Theft

A group of investors has taken legal action against Phantom Technologies and OKX, alleging that significant security shortcomings in Phantom's wallet led to a $500,000 theft. This incident not only caused substantial financial losses but also contributed to the collapse of the Wiener Doge Solana token. The

Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Soar in Q1 2025 Bitwise Report Reveals Growing Adoption Trend

Corporate Bitcoin Holdings Soar in Q1 2025 Bitwise Report Reveals Growing Adoption Trend

The latest Q1 2025 report from Bitwise paints a clear picture of a significant shift in the corporate world as more public companies embrace Bitcoin as a treasury asset. According to the data, 79 public companies now hold a combined total of 688,000 Bitcoins, valued at approximately $57 billion.

Bitcoin Lightning Network Pay to Anchor Feature Faces Scrutiny Over Abuse Concerns

Bitcoin Lightning Network Pay to Anchor Feature Faces Scrutiny Over Abuse Concerns

The Bitcoin community is at odds again over “Pay To Anchor” outputs, a technical feature meant to bolster the reliability of the Lightning Network, as people have begun raising concerns over its potential misuse. Originally designed to ensure smooth transaction confirmations in Bitcoin’s offchain scaling solution, these outputs have

Ethereum vs Solana: Which Blockchain Should You Choose in 2025

Ethereum vs Solana: Which Blockchain Should You Choose in 2025

In the fast-paced world of blockchains, Ethereum and Solana have emerged as two leading platforms, each offering distinct advantages for developers and users. Both support smart contracts, enabling decentralized applications (dApps), but they take different approaches to performance, security, and scalability. Ethereum, launched in 2015, is often credited with pioneering

Michael Saylor’s Strategy Increases Bitcoin Holdings with $286 Million Purchase Amid Tariff Tensions

Michael Saylor’s Strategy Increases Bitcoin Holdings with $286 Million Purchase Amid Tariff Tensions

In a significant move that shows its unwavering commitment to Bitcoin, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), led by Michael Saylor, has acquired an additional 3,459 Bitcoin for approximately $286 million. This latest purchase, executed between April 7 and 13 at an average price of $82,618 per Bitcoin, elevates the company’

Ray Dalio Warns of Monetary Order Breakdown as Bitcoin and Crypto Offer Alternatives

Ray Dalio Warns of Monetary Order Breakdown as Bitcoin and Crypto Offer Alternatives

Earlier today, billionaire investor Ray Dalio issued a stark warning about the state of the global financial system during an interview on NBC's Meet the Press. The founder of Bridgewater Associates, known for his accurate prediction of the 2008 financial crisis, expressed concerns that go beyond a typical

Bitcoin and Crypto Prices Dip as Lutnick Comments Stir Market Uncertainty

Bitcoin and Crypto Prices Dip as Lutnick Comments Stir Market Uncertainty

Today Bitcoin is experiencing a noticeable decline, dropping from $84,600 to $83,400 within a few hours. This price movement came in the wake of comments from Howard Lutnick, U.S. Commerce Secretary under President Donald Trump, which appeared to shift the administration's stance on tariffs. The

McDonald’s Not Lovin’ Bitcoin Treasury Proposal, SEC Supports Decision

McDonald’s Not Lovin’ Bitcoin Treasury Proposal, SEC Supports Decision

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has backed McDonald’s in its decision to bypass a shareholder proposal urging the fast-food giant to incorporate Bitcoin into its treasury. The proposal, put forward by the National Center for Public Policy Research, a Washington, D.C.-based shareholder group, aimed to

Week Ends With Crypto Market Rebounding Amid Tariff Relief and Regulatory Shifts

Week Ends With Crypto Market Rebounding Amid Tariff Relief and Regulatory Shifts

This past week in crypto, the market showed signs of recovery and cautious optimism, driven by a temporary pause in U.S. tariffs and evolving regulatory landscapes. Bitcoin demonstrated resilience, holding above key technical support levels and rebounding alongside other major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Solana. The tariff exemptions on