Author Alexander Stefanov

Florida is taking bold steps toward becoming a crypto-friendly state with a new legislative proposal aimed at eliminating state-level capital gains taxes on Bitcoin, XRP, and traditional stocks.

June will see $3.3 billion in crypto tokens unlocked as vesting schedules expire across several major projects—a notable drop from May’s $4.9 billion, according to Tokenomist.

A growing number of banks are quietly integrating Ripple’s blockchain infrastructure to improve cross-border transactions, opting for a hybrid model that doesn’t require replacing their legacy systems.

After a major exploit rocked its top decentralized exchange, the SUI blockchain is showing signs of recovery—both technically and in market sentiment.

The U.S. dollar may be heading into a period of extended weakness, and that could spell good news for equities, according to Morgan Stanley’s chief investment officer, Mike Wilson.

Strategy has added to its ever-growing Bitcoin treasury, acquiring another large batch of BTC as part of its ongoing accumulation strategy.

In the heart of Taipei, a low-profile trading firm is shaking up the hedge fund world. Founded by former JPMorgan analyst Andre Liu, UC Capital has quietly become one of the most profitable players in the market, driven by a strategy that blends behavioral analysis with cutting-edge technology.

Pakistan is taking a decisive step into the digital economy by unlocking 2,000 megawatts of excess electricity to power Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence infrastructure.

An anonymous high-stakes crypto investor has caught the attention of on-chain analysts after executing a bold portfolio reshuffle—exiting a sizable Bitcoin position and doubling down on AAVE.

The Uniswap Foundation has published its first-quarter financial overview for 2025, revealing strong reserves and a multi-year operational buffer.

Fundstrat’s Tom Lee believes the current surge in U.S. equities is being met with misplaced skepticism.

James Wynn, a trader known for his high-stakes crypto plays and vocal presence on social media, has officially exited one of the largest Bitcoin long positions seen in recent weeks.

Despite regulatory hesitation, confidence is mounting around the launch of a spot XRP ETF.

Kraken is stepping into the world of tokenized finance by introducing a groundbreaking initiative called “xStocks,” developed in collaboration with Backed and the Solana Foundation.

Bitcoin continues to command attention after breaking past $111,000, with some analysts now calling for even steeper gains before the end of the quarter.

WalletConnect has extended its token, WCT, to the Solana blockchain—marking the protocol’s third major integration after Ethereum and Optimism.

Michael Saylor, chairman of MicroStrategy and one of Bitcoin’s most outspoken corporate champions, has once again underscored his belief in the cryptocurrency’s long-term potential—this time with data to back it up.

Ripple has confirmed that XRP futures and ETFs are set to begin trading on major U.S. platforms, including CME and Nasdaq—a move seen as a significant step in bridging traditional finance with the crypto space.

An Italian man narrowly escaped a harrowing ordeal in New York after being kidnapped and tortured in an alleged scheme to extract access to his digital wealth.

Bitcoin’s historic surge past $111,000 this week has reignited speculation over just how far the rally could go—some analysts are now eyeing $200,000 by the end of 2025.

Solana has launched a new decentralized identity framework designed to make trust and compliance seamless in the digital economy.

A new analysis by Bitwise Asset Management and UTXO Management suggests Bitcoin is entering a new era of institutional dominance, with capital inflows projected to exceed $400 billion by the close of 2026.

Mihailo Bjelic, one of the driving forces behind Ethereum Layer 2 giant Polygon, has announced his departure from the project he helped shape since its inception in 2017.

As the crypto market weathers a fresh wave of volatility, a prominent figure from the Shiba Inu project is urging holders not to lose sight of the bigger picture.

A federal judge has thrown out major fraud charges against Avraham Eisenberg, the trader accused of draining millions from DeFi platform Mango Markets, citing jurisdictional flaws in the government’s case.

A familiar pattern is beginning to emerge in financial markets: soaring tech valuations, investor euphoria, and a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty. For some analysts, it’s starting to look like 1999 all over again.

Trading activity in U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs just hit a new high for 2025, marking a major milestone in institutional crypto adoption.

Robert Kiyosaki isn’t jumping on the Bitcoin bandwagon because it’s trendy—he sees it as a response to a broken financial system.

Chainlink is setting the pace in crypto’s real-world asset (RWA) space, with recent data revealing it’s far outpacing competitors in developer activity.

As the world navigates through economic turbulence, gold is once again taking center stage — and economist Peter Schiff sees that as a warning sign for Bitcoin believers.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has formally begun reviewing a proposal from Canary Capital for a staked Tron (TRX) ETF, a move that stands out amid repeated delays in crypto ETF approvals.

In a move that’s turned heads across the crypto market, Arthur Hayes, former CEO of BitMEX and longtime market commentator, has thrown his weight behind HYPE, the native asset of the decentralized derivatives exchange Hyperliquid.

High-profile crypto trader James Wynn has begun paring down his Bitcoin holdings after riding the latest wave to new all-time highs.

As U.S. banking giants move toward launching a unified stablecoin, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson is taking a quiet victory lap.

In a move that underscores the global pivot away from U.S. dollar dominance, Algeria has officially joined the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB).

Bitcoin briefly touched $111,000, marking a new all-time high before sliding back to around $108,000.

Bitcoin’s latest record-setting run has reignited chatter across the crypto markets—not just about BTC, but about what comes next.

A Massachusetts man has been handed a six-year prison sentence after federal authorities exposed his unlicensed crypto operation, which laundered over $1 million under the guise of a vending machine business.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has rejected claims tying him to World Liberty Financial (WLF), a crypto firm associated with Donald Trump’s family.

Despite Bitcoin cooling off to around $108,000 after recently breaking above $110K, derivatives data shows that large traders are still betting big on a major rally.

The decentralized exchange Cetus, built on the Sui blockchain, has been hit with one of the largest DeFi exploits of the year, losing over $220 million in crypto assets.

As Washington pushes forward with new tax cuts and military funding, a growing number of economists are sounding the alarm on America’s ballooning debt.

The use of crypto in travel has surged, with new data from Travala and Binance Pay revealing that nearly 80% of bookings on Travala are now made using digital assets.

Several of America’s largest banks—including entities tied to JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo—are exploring the creation of a shared stablecoin, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

Japan’s core inflation rose to 3.5% in April, the highest since early 2023, fueled by rising domestic prices and lingering trade tensions with the U.S.

Ethereum holders are seeing green again after months of market stress.

Hong Kong has taken a major leap toward becoming a digital asset hub with the passage of a new law regulating stablecoins.

In a move that could reshape cross-border payments in Central America, Banco Industrial, Guatemala’s leading bank, has integrated blockchain-based infrastructure from SukuPay into its Zigi mobile app—offering instant U.S.-to-Guatemala remittances for under $1.

Institutional interest in crypto appears to be reigniting, with U.S.-based spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs collectively pulling in over $1 billion in net inflows on Thursday—marking their strongest daily performance since January.

Strive Asset Management, co-founded by entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, is taking a strategic approach to growing its Bitcoin holdings—by acquiring distressed crypto claims rather than buying directly from the market.

Despite a recent rebound in the stock market, institutional investors are showing increasing caution toward U.S. equities, signaling a dramatic shift in global investment strategy.

Bitcoin marked a new all-time high of $111,861 on Bitcoin Pizza Day, but beyond the headline, data suggests this rally is still gaining steam — not cooling off.

Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) has seen renewed investor interest, rising 6.7% in the past day and over 19% this month.

Pakistan is preparing to take a major leap into the digital finance space with the formation of a new national authority focused on blockchain oversight.

Mike Novogratz, the head of Galaxy Digital, believes the current state of the U.S. economy—and shifting attitudes in Washington—are creating ideal conditions for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market.

An effort by Bitcoin SV investors to seek billions in compensation from major crypto exchanges has largely fallen flat in the UK Court of Appeal.

Bitcoin’s recent breakout above $110,000 has reignited bullish sentiment, with crypto prediction markets signaling growing confidence in further gains.

A previously undisclosed security breach has exposed sensitive user data of nearly 70,000 Coinbase customers, following what appears to be an internal compromise involving bribed support staff.

Braden Karony, once the public face of SafeMoon, has been found guilty in a major fraud case involving the misuse of billions in investor funds.