Author Alexander Stefanov

Mt. Gox Transfers $905 Million in Bitcoin, Raising Questions About Future Repayments

Mt. Gox, the once-dominant cryptocurrency exchange, recently moved 11,501 BTC, valued at around $905 million, to an unidentified wallet, sparking renewed speculation.

11.03.2025 19:30 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Bull Market Still Intact Despite Current Dip, Says Analyst

A crypto expert has shared his perspective on Bitcoin (BTC), Solana (SOL), and other major digital assets, pointing out that the recent market trends suggest a “bear trap” rather than a long-term downturn.

11.03.2025 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

US Recession Fears Fuel Market Selloffs as Economic Predictions Diverge

These past few days, fears of a looming U.S. recession triggered sharp selloffs in both tech and crypto stocks.

11.03.2025 18:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase’s Base Emerges as Leading Ethereum Layer-2

Base is rapidly evolving into a major player in Ethereum’s Layer-2 space, with a new Nansen report highlighting its growing influence.

11.03.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Europe Outpaces U.S. in Crypto Banking, But Can It Maintain Its Lead?

While the U.S. grapples with crypto regulations, Europe has quietly taken the lead in integrating digital assets into its banking sector.

11.03.2025 17:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trader Turns Ethereum Crash Into $2.15M Profit with High-Stakes Bet

Ethereum’s recent market turbulence saw its price drop to a multi-month low, leaving many investors in losses.

11.03.2025 17:08 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ark Invest Boosts Coinbase Holdings with $11.5 Million Purchase

Ark Invest has made another significant purchase of Coinbase shares, acquiring a total of 64,358 shares for $11.5 million on Monday, as the stock plummeted by 17.6% during a turbulent market session.

11.03.2025 16:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Deutsche Boerse to Roll Out Crypto Custody for Institutions in 2025

Deutsche Boerse’s Clearstream is set to offer cryptocurrency custody and settlement solutions to institutional clients, starting in 2025.

11.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Will Dip to $70K Before Soaring to $250K by 2025 – Arthur Hayes

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of BitMEX, has reasserted his bullish stance on Bitcoin’s future price movements, forecasting that the cryptocurrency may experience a temporary dip to around $70,000 before embarking on another significant upward surge.

11.03.2025 15:30 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

VanEck Moves Forward with Avalanche ETF Filing

VanEck, a global investment firm managing $113.8 billion in assets, is moving forward with plans to launch an Avalanche (AVAX) exchange-traded fund (ETF) after registering a trust in Delaware.

11.03.2025 15:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

U.S. State of Texas Pushes Forward with Bitcoin Reserve Bill

Texas is making another bold move towards integrating Bitcoin into its financial framework with a new legislative proposal.

11.03.2025 14:42 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitget’s Continues to Strengthen Community Initiatives in February, Transparency Report Highlights

Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has released its February 2025 transparency report, marking yet another landmark month of industry recognition and ecosystem growth.

11.03.2025 14:13 4 min. read Alexander Stefanov

ECB Faces Scrutiny Over Digital Euro Amid Payment System Glitch

Doubts over the European Central Bank’s (ECB) ability to manage a digital euro have intensified after a payment system failure disrupted transactions for nearly a day.

11.03.2025 13:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Singapore Exchange to Launch Bitcoin Futures for Institutional Investors in 2025

Singapore Exchange (SGX) is preparing to introduce open-ended Bitcoin futures contracts in the latter half of 2025, aiming to cater exclusively to institutional investors and professional traders.

11.03.2025 12:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Secures Important UK License to Boost Crypto and Fiat Services

Kraken has strengthened its UK presence by obtaining an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

11.03.2025 11:26 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bybit’s Market Share Plummets After $1.5 Billion Hack, Binance Gains Ground

Bybit, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has faced a significant setback in its market position following a massive security breach that resulted in the theft of $1.5 billion worth of assets in February.

11.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Thailand Approves Tether and Circle Stablecoins for Regulated Trading

Thailand’s financial regulator has granted approval for the use of Tether’s USDt and Circle’s USDC in cryptocurrency trading, allowing them to be listed on licensed exchanges.

10.03.2025 22:08 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Big Financial Players Eye Stablecoin Launch 

Stablecoins are attracting major attention from traditional financial players, with institutions like Bank of America, PayPal, and Revolut moving to introduce their own versions in response to a rapidly evolving market.

10.03.2025 17:54 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase Plans Major U.S. Hiring Surge Following Crypto Policy Changes

Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong, announced the company’s plans to expand its workforce in the U.S. by hiring 1,000 new employees this year.

10.03.2025 16:59 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Founder Urges Focus on Ethical Crypto Projects Over Quick Gains

Changpeng Zhao, the founder of Binance, has voiced his concerns over the growing trend of quick-profit hunting in the cryptocurrency world, particularly among speculative investors, or “degens.”

10.03.2025 15:58 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ripple Co-Founder’s Wallet Compromised in $661 Million XRP Hack in 2024

Chris Larsen, the co-founder of Ripple, suffered a significant financial blow in 2024 when he lost over $661 million worth of XRP due to a security breach in the password management system LastPass.

10.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

BREAKING: Strategy to Raise $21 Billion to Buy Bitcoin

Strategy (previously MicroStrategy) has unveiled a new initiative to raise up to $21 billion by issuing shares, with the goal of expanding its Bitcoin holdings.

10.03.2025 14:08 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Reserve Bill Fails in Utah, But Arizona and Texas Press On

Utah recently advanced its “Blockchain and Digital Innovation Amendments” bill, HB230, to include Bitcoin in the state’s legal framework, yet a pivotal section was revised before its final passage.

10.03.2025 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Top Spanish Bank Launches Bitcoin and Ethereum Trading Services

BBVA has made a significant move into the cryptocurrency space, gaining approval from Spain’s securities regulator, CNMV, to offer Bitcoin and Ether trading.

10.03.2025 13:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Robinhood Settles $29.75 Million FINRA Probe Over Compliance Failures

Robinhood has agreed to a $29.75 million settlement with FINRA over lapses in supervision and compliance, including failures in anti-money laundering measures and oversight of trading activities.

10.03.2025 12:26 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Gemini Eyes IPO After SEC Drops Investigation

Crypto exchange Gemini, founded by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, is reportedly preparing to go public through an initial public offering (IPO).

10.03.2025 11:05 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Administration’s Crypto Pivot Seen as Key to U.S. Financial Dominance

Sergey Nazarov, the founder of Chainlink (LINK), sees the Trump Administration’s newfound support for digital assets as a potential catalyst for reinforcing the United States’ dominance in global finance.

10.03.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Political Donations from Crypto Firms Stir Concerns About Regulatory Risks

U.S. cryptocurrency companies have played a major role in President Donald Trump’s 2024 re-election campaign, contributing over $144 million.

09.03.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Michael Saylor Proposes U.S. Government Acquire 25% of Bitcoin’s Supply Over Next Decade

Michael Saylor, the founder of Strategy, has put forward an ambitious plan for the U.S. government to secure up to 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply over the next decade.

09.03.2025 19:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

China and Middle Eastern Nations Explore Bitcoin Strategies Amid Growing Geopolitical Interest

Recent reports suggest that China and several Middle Eastern nations are contemplating Bitcoin acquisition strategies, signaling a growing interest in the cryptocurrency as a strategic asset.

09.03.2025 18:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Analyst Warns of Potential Crypto Market Downturn as Fed Maintains Interest Rates

Timothy Peterson, a prominent analyst, has warned that the cryptocurrency market might soon face a downturn.

09.03.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Cardano Founder Explains Absence from White House Crypto Summit

Charles Hoskinson, the founder of Cardano (ADA), addressed the controversy surrounding his absence from the White House Crypto Summit.

09.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance to Compensate Investors for Losses in Two Cryptocurrencies

Binance has taken decisive action against a market maker involved in irregular trading activities related to two cryptocurrencies.

09.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Billionaire Tim Draper Praises U.S. Bitcoin Reserve, Urges Investors to Start Accumulating

Billionaire investor and Bitcoin advocate Tim Draper recently expressed his enthusiasm for the newly established U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, calling it an exciting development.

09.03.2025 14:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin’s Bullish Potential: Analyst Highlights Key Price Points for Future Gains

Crypto strategist Benjamin Cowen, known for his accurate prediction of Bitcoin’s correction in January, believes BTC still has room for growth this year.

09.03.2025 12:48 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin’s Role in Global Finance Strengthens After Trump’s Move, Says Mike Novogratz

Mike Novogratz, billionaire investor and CEO of Galaxy Digital, weighed in on Donald Trump’s groundbreaking decision to establish a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.

09.03.2025 11:00 3 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Peter Schiff Mocks U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve, Jokes About His Own Bitcoin Stockpile

The U.S. government’s plan to establish a Strategic Crypto Reserve has sparked a lively debate in the crypto community, with even well-known critics like Peter Schiff joining the conversation.

08.03.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

US Banks Can Officially Engage in Crypto Activities Without Prior Approval

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the U.S. regulator responsible for overseeing national banks, has announced that U.S. banks can now engage in specific crypto-related activities without prior approval.

08.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Whales Change Their Focus: Santiment Reveals the Top 10 Most Traded Altcoins

Santiment, a leading cryptocurrency analytics firm, has identified several altcoins that have experienced a significant rise in large transactions initiated by major investors over the past week.

08.03.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Georgian Investor Faces Prison Amid Bitcoin Embezzlement Allegations

Venture capitalist and Mission Gate founder George Bachiashvili is now facing imprisonment in Georgia after a court revoked his bail.

08.03.2025 18:57 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Aims for Stablecoin Law by August as He Reshapes U.S. Crypto Approach

During a recent White House crypto summit, President Donald Trump expressed his intention to have stablecoin regulations on his desk by August.

08.03.2025 18:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Kraken Eyes Potential 2026 IPO After SEC Drops Legal Case

Kraken is exploring the possibility of going public with an initial public offering (IPO) targeted for the first quarter of 2026, according to sources familiar with the matter.

08.03.2025 17:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

White House Dismisses Gold-for-Bitcoin Rumors, Eyes Budget-Neutral Expansion

David Sacks, the White House’s top official on crypto policy, clarified that the Trump administration has not considered selling gold reserves to boost its Bitcoin holdings.

08.03.2025 16:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Coinbase Expands Listing Roadmap with New Crypto Additions

Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the U.S., has taken a step toward expanding its offerings by adding Aethir (ATH) and Maple Finance (SYRUP) to its listing roadmap.

08.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Binance Stablecoin Reserves Hit All-Time High, Signaling Potential Bitcoin Rally

The approval of the U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve was anticipated to have a significant impact on the market, but it hasn’t triggered the expected rally.

08.03.2025 11:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Global Economy Stalls as US-China Trade War Intensifies

The escalating trade war between China and the US has sparked global economic disruption.

08.03.2025 10:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin Poised for New Highs by 2025, Despite Current Volatility

Bitcoin is experiencing a temporary phase of price consolidation, but many experts, including Cory Klippsten, are confident that the cryptocurrency has a strong chance of hitting new all-time highs by June 2025.

08.03.2025 9:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Ethereum Faces Setbacks, But Upcoming Changes Could Spark Recovery

Ethereum has been struggling to maintain its position in the competitive blockchain space.

08.03.2025 8:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Canary Sui ETF Registered as Sui Foundation Plans New Collaboration

A recent update from Delaware’s official registration portal reveals that a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) tied to the Sui network, known as “Canary Sui ETF,” was officially filed on March 6.

07.03.2025 22:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Pi Network Faces Pressure as Major Token Unlock Approaches

Pi Network is facing pressure as its price drops over 8%, reflecting broader declines in the crypto market.

07.03.2025 16:55 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

XRP Ledger Introduces New Update with Enhanced Security and Features

RippleX has unveiled the release of rippled version 2.4.0, a major update to the XRP Ledger protocol, introducing a variety of enhancements designed to increase the ledger’s performance.

07.03.2025 15:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Face Continued Outflows

Bitcoin-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced significant outflows, totaling $134 million on March 6.

07.03.2025 14:04 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Crypto Analyst Sees Bitcoin Rally Ahead but Warns of Possible Drop

A well-known crypto trader who correctly predicted the market bottom in late 2022 remains optimistic about Bitcoin’s future but warns of potential short-term volatility.

07.03.2025 12:58 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Trump Establishes Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in Landmark Executive Order

In a major policy shift, President Trump has signed an Executive Order to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, positioning the U.S. as a major player in the digital asset space.

07.03.2025 10:50 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

David Sacks Slams U.S. Bitcoin Sales, Says Taxpayers Lost Billions

The U.S. government’s handling of confiscated Bitcoin has sparked criticism, with White House crypto advisor David Sacks arguing that past BTC sales were a costly misstep.

07.03.2025 9:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Bitcoin’s Fate Hangs in the Balance: Breakout or Pullback?

A well-known crypto analyst remains uncertain about Bitcoin’s trajectory, citing extreme market volatility.

07.03.2025 8:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Authorities Move to Freeze Assets in LIBRA Scandal, Request Deleted Data

A high-profile investigation into Argentine President Javier Milei’s alleged connection to the LIBRA cryptocurrency scandal has led to a request to freeze up to $110 million in assets.

06.03.2025 22:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov

Axie Infinity Teases New MMO Game with 3D Combat

Sky Mavis, the creators behind Axie Infinity, have dropped a teaser for their upcoming MMO, Atia’s Legacy, set to expand the Axie universe.

06.03.2025 21:00 1 min. read Alexander Stefanov

EU Sanctions Prompt Tether to Freeze $27 Million on Russian Exchange Garantex

Tether has taken a significant step by freezing $27 million worth of USDt on the Russian crypto exchange Garantex, which has led to the platform halting its operations.

06.03.2025 20:00 2 min. read Alexander Stefanov