Author Alexander Stefanov

Momentum Builds for Sui, Yet Technicals Signal a Cautious Outlook

Sui has been making waves lately, with its ecosystem drawing in fresh attention thanks to a spike in speculative trading and DeFi interest.

20.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Belarus Pushes Forward with Digital Ruble to Bypass Global Financial Pressure

Belarus is laying the groundwork for a digital version of its national currency, with full deployment expected by late 2026.

20.04.2025 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Altcoins Could Rebound in Q2 as Regulation Boosts Market Confidence, Sygnum Says

Swiss bank Sygnum sees brighter prospects ahead for altcoins, citing a wave of regulatory improvements that could set the stage for a market rebound in the second quarter of 2025.

19.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Swiss Supermarket Rolls Out Lightning-Powered Bitcoin Payments

A supermarket in Zug, Switzerland, has begun accepting Bitcoin payments, adding to the country’s expanding list of crypto-friendly retailers.

19.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Here’s How the Top Cryptocurrencies Are Performing as Market Volatility Fades

After a period of uncertainty and major price volatility for the stock and crypto markets amid Trump’s tariff turmoil, investors are seemingly more calm.

19.04.2025 16:39 3 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Hacker Returns $7.5M in KiloEx Breach After Bounty Deal

A decentralized exchange targeted in a multi-million-dollar exploit has recovered its losses just days after the incident, thanks to an unexpected twist involving the hacker themselves.

19.04.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. State Targets Coinbase as Federal Crypto Crackdown Fades

As Washington pulls back on its crypto enforcement, Oregon is stepping up.

19.04.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Aptos Network Debates Cutting Staking Rewards to Encourage Real Participation

The Aptos blockchain could be heading toward a significant shift in its economic model, as developers propose reducing passive staking incentives to nudge participants toward more hands-on roles in the ecosystem.

19.04.2025 10:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Canary Capital Eyes Tron ETF With Built-In Staking Feature

Canary Capital is preparing to make its next move in the crypto ETF race — this time with a product centered on Tron’s TRX token.

19.04.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

New Proposal Aims to Resolve Solana’s Inflation Dispute

A fresh attempt to address Solana’s ongoing inflation debate is back on the table—this time with a restructured voting model designed to foster consensus and move the network toward its long-term economic goals.

18.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Another Stablecoin Loses Its Peg, Sparking Fresh Investor Anxiety

Synthetix’s native stablecoin, sUSD, is once again under pressure as it continues to drift further from its intended $1 peg—raising fresh concerns over the resilience of decentralized stablecoins.

18.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Breaking Out? Analysts Say the Downtrend’s Cracking

After weeks of uncertainty, the bearish grip on Bitcoin may finally be easing, according to a recent analysis by crypto research firm Swissblock.

18.04.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Hidden Road Secures U.S. Broker-Dealer License Following Ripple Acquisition

In a move that underscores its ambition to bridge crypto and traditional finance, Ripple is expanding the role of its newly acquired prime brokerage platform, Hidden Road.

18.04.2025 14:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin ETFs Rebound With $107M Inflows, Ethereum Sees No Movement

​On April 17, 2025, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced a significant uptick in inflows, while Ethereum ETFs saw no net movement, according to data from Farside Investors.

18.04.2025 13:06 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

JUST IN: Asia’s First XRP Tracker Fund Debuts with Ripple Backing

HashKey Capital has officially launched Asia’s first XRP Tracker Fund, providing professional investors with regulated exposure to XRP without the need for direct ownership.

18.04.2025 12:38 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Trading Volumes Slide in Early 2025, But Binance Stays on Top

After closing 2024 on a high note, the crypto market faced a sharp correction in early 2025. Enthusiasm that had been fueled by a favorable macro backdrop—including Donald Trump’s presidential win and dovish signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve—quickly gave way to uncertainty…

18.04.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Top 5 Worst Performing Cryptocurrencies Today

Several cryptocurrencies among the top 100 by market cap have faced heavy losses over the past seven days, with a few tokens seeing sharp double-digit declines.

18.04.2025 10:55 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Slams Fed After ECB Rate Cut, Renews Pressure on Powell

Donald Trump has reignited his attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, criticizing him for holding off on interest rate cuts despite slowing inflation.

18.04.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

The Silent Bull Run: Bitcoin Climbs, Retail Stays Quiet

Bitcoin has soared to new heights in 2024, yet the excitement that once accompanied these milestones is strangely missing. Instead of wild rallies and viral trading crazes, the current market feels almost businesslike—more calm than chaos.

18.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

XRP Gains Momentum, Outpaces Ethereum in Price Growth

Once seen as a sluggish performer compared to major altcoins, XRP is now drawing attention for its impressive comeback.

18.04.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. State of Oklahoma Ends Bid to Create State Bitcoin Reserve

Oklahoma is stepping away from its bid to create a state-managed Bitcoin reserve after a closely watched proposal failed to clear a key hurdle in the State Senate.

18.04.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Market Faces Chill as Sentiment Sours and Capital Dries Up

A string of red flags is raising the possibility that the crypto market may be sliding into another cold stretch.

17.04.2025 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

OKX Re-Enters U.S. Market After $500M Legal Settlement

OKX is officially entering the U.S. crypto market, unveiling plans to roll out its centralized trading platform and wallet service across the country.

17.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Panama City to Accept Crypto for Taxes and Public Services

In a move positioning Panama City at the forefront of digital finance in Latin America, Mayor Mayer Mizrachi revealed that the city will soon begin accepting cryptocurrency payments for various public services, including taxes, permits, and even bus fares.

17.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Gains Stability as ARK Invest Doubles Down on Accumulation

Bitcoin appears to be entering a more mature phase, with volatility reaching record lows and institutional interest on the rise.

17.04.2025 16:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Fed Chair Teases Looser Crypto Rules as Washington Eyes Stablecoin Bill

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has hinted that U.S. banks may soon see more flexibility when it comes to handling digital assets—a notable shift from the cautious approach regulators have maintained in recent years.

17.04.2025 14:12 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Hackers Target UK Official’s Account in Crypto Scam Disguised as Government Project

A recent cyberattack targeting a UK government official’s social media account has highlighted ongoing concerns over digital impersonation and crypto scams.

17.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Faces Uncertainty After Wild Swings as Sell Signals Emerge

Bitcoin has seen a volatile week, climbing over 7% and trading near $85,750 as of April 15.

17.04.2025 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Surging Global Liquidity Could Be the Spark for Bitcoin’s Next Move

Bitcoin may be gearing up for another rally, and one key macro trend could be the driving force: a surge in global liquidity.

16.04.2025 21:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Wall Street Banks Post Strong Profits, But Quietly Brace for Turbulence Ahead

As trade tensions rise and economic signals grow harder to read, America’s largest banks are posting quarterly results that reflect both resilience and caution.

16.04.2025 20:00 3 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Ventures Into Crypto Gaming With Blockchain Real Estate Project

Donald Trump is once again making headlines in the crypto space—this time with an upcoming blockchain-based game that blends virtual real estate and digital assets.

16.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Peter Brandt Dismisses Bitcoin Breakout, Says Trend Not Yet Reversed

Bitcoin briefly surged past $86,000 on Tuesday, reaching levels not seen since early April, before slipping back slightly.

16.04.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. Senator Pushes New Bill to Curb Corporate Influence in Government Advisory Roles

Concerns over unchecked influence in Washington have prompted a new legislative push to tighten ethics rules for part-time federal advisors with ties to powerful corporations.

16.04.2025 14:59 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

South Korea Blocks Unregistered Crypto Apps on Apple and Google Stores

South Korea has taken another firm step in its crackdown on unregistered crypto platforms, this time targeting apps available to Apple users.

16.04.2025 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Changpeng Zhao Denies Wild Federal Reserve Allegations, Emphasizes Past Prison Time

A bizarre conspiracy theory claiming that Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao is secretly working for the U.S. Federal Reserve has gone viral on social media, prompting a firm denial from Zhao himself.

16.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Why Ethereum Might Be the Backbone of Tomorrow’s AI

Ethereum could become a key player in reshaping how artificial intelligence is developed and used, offering a decentralized foundation to tackle some of AI’s most pressing flaws.

16.04.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Administration Weighs Using Tariffs to Build U.S. Bitcoin Reserve

The Trump administration is exploring the idea of leveraging tariff revenues to build a national Bitcoin reserve, signaling a broader shift in how digital assets could be integrated into U.S. economic policy.

15.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Decentralized Protocols Dominate Crypto Lending by End of 2024

The crypto lending landscape is undergoing a quiet transformation. While centralized giants like Tether continue to dominate headlines, the real momentum is building elsewhere—in decentralized finance.

15.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Public Companies Add Over 95,000 BTC in Q1 as Corporate Adoption Accelerates

Public companies ramped up their Bitcoin holdings in early 2025, with total corporate reserves growing by more than 95,000 BTC in the first quarter alone, according to data shared by Bitwise.

15.04.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Traders Bet Big on XRP Despite Market-Wide Uncertainty

Recent trading data shows a clear tilt toward optimism among Binance users when it comes to XRP.

15.04.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

SEC Delays Decision on Grayscale’s Ethereum Staking ETF Proposal

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking additional time to evaluate a proposal that would allow Grayscale to integrate Ethereum staking into its spot ETF offerings.

15.04.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Enters Stock Trading Arena, Merging Crypto and U.S. Equities in One Platform

Crypto exchange Kraken is broadening its horizons beyond digital assets, officially rolling out commission-free U.S. stock and ETF trading to users in select states.

15.04.2025 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Canada Prepares to Launch World’s First Spot Solana ETFs with Staking Built In

Canada is once again taking the global lead in crypto innovation—this time with Solana.

15.04.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Metaplanet Doubles Down on Bitcoin as Global Trade Uncertainty Deepens

Japanese investment company Metaplanet is ramping up its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, making headlines with its latest purchase of over ¥3.7 billion (approximately $26 million USD) worth of BTC.

15.04.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

NFT Trader Faces Prison for Hiding Millions in CryptoPunk Profits from IRS

A former NFT trader is facing potential prison time after admitting to hiding millions in profits from the IRS through undeclared sales of high-value digital assets.

14.04.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Avalanche Poised to Reinvent Traditional Finance, Says Industry Expert

Avalanche is quietly emerging as a powerful contender in the evolution of financial infrastructure, with its potential extending far beyond crypto-native applications.

14.04.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

AI Will Choose Crypto Over Banks, Says Former Binance CEO

During a recent discussion about the intersection of artificial intelligence and blockchain, former Binance chief Changpeng Zhao offered a striking forecast: he believes AI systems will ditch conventional financial tools and turn to crypto for their economic interactions.

14.04.2025 13:11 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. Bitcoin ETFs Lost $713M Last Week Amid Trade War Tensions

Bitcoin-linked investment products in the United States are feeling the pressure as tensions between Washington and Beijing weigh heavily on risk markets.

14.04.2025 11:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Top 30 Altcoin Plummets, Leaving Investors in Limbo

The cryptocurrency market was rocked today after Mantra (OM), once ranked among the top 30 altcoins, saw its value evaporate in a flash crash that erased over 90% of its price within hours.

14.04.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Strategy Reignites BTC Buzz with Another Accumulation Tease

After a brief pause in its Bitcoin acquisition streak, MicroStrategy appears poised to return to the market.

14.04.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

BitMEX Founder Calls Market Turmoil a Buying Opportunity for Bitcoin and Risk Assets

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, is sounding the alarm—in a bullish way. Following signs that the U.S. Federal Reserve may be preparing to step in as financial markets wobble, Hayes is encouraging investors to dive into crypto and other risk assets.

13.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Can Shiba Inu Rebound After Hitting 1 Billion Transactions?

Over the past year, Shiba Inu has struggled to keep pace with Dogecoin, despite both coins once sharing similar levels of hype and value.

13.04.2025 18:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Swedish Lawmaker Urges Bitcoin Reserve Strategy Without Taxpayer Spending

Swedish lawmaker Rickard Nordin has put forward a provocative question to the country’s finance minister: should Sweden consider keeping Bitcoin in its reserve portfolio?

13.04.2025 16:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

New York Considers Allowing Bitcoin and Ethereum for State Payments

New York may soon allow residents to use digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum to pay for services tied to the state.

13.04.2025 15:38 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Wall Street Slashes S&P 500 Forecasts as Tariff Turmoil Clouds 2025 Outlook

Wall Street’s confidence in the S&P 500 is rapidly fading as President Trump’s turbulent tariff policies shake investor sentiment and scramble market projections.

13.04.2025 12:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

No Tokenized Future Without Digital IDs, Says BlackRock CEO

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink is pushing a bold vision: a financial world where all assets—stocks, bonds, real estate—are digitized and exchanged via blockchain.

13.04.2025 10:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

BlackRock CEO Flags Recession Risk – And Crypto Bulls Are Paying Attention

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink has raised alarms over a possible U.S. recession, warning that the downturn may have already begun.

12.04.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Wallets Targeted by Sophisticated Malware Campaign

Cybersecurity researchers are sounding the alarm after discovering a new and increasingly sophisticated attack targeting the crypto community.

12.04.2025 19:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Japan Proposes Two-Tier Crypto Framework in Push for Smarter Regulation

Japan is preparing to reshape its crypto regulations with a fresh proposal that would divide digital assets into two distinct categories—one for business-backed tokens and another for decentralized cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

12.04.2025 17:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov