Author Alexander Stefanov

The United Kingdom is laying the groundwork for what could become one of the world’s most comprehensive crypto regulatory regimes.

An anonymous crypto trader going by the name James Wynn has stunned the trading community with jaw-dropping gains on Hyperliquid, a decentralized exchange gaining traction among high-risk players.

A massive token transfer by the team behind the TRUMP meme coin has reignited concerns about transparency, insider profits, and whether retail investors are being left behind.

Bitcoin is holding firm near the $103,000 level, trading sideways after last week’s explosive move past six figures.

After years of courtroom battles and legal uncertainty, Ripple has finally reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, signaling the end of one of crypto’s longest-running disputes.

Goldman Sachs has quietly become one of the biggest institutional players in the spot Bitcoin ETF market.

Fresh controversy is brewing in Washington as several Senate Democrats demand an investigation into President Donald Trump’s reported entanglements with crypto heavyweight Binance.

A wave of fresh energy has hit the altcoin market—and Ethereum is leading the charge.

While MicroStrategy has become synonymous with corporate Bitcoin hoarding, Coinbase chose a different path.

Despite attending a recent BRICS gathering in Brazil and being listed as a member on the group’s website, Saudi Arabia is reportedly holding off on formalizing its participation in the economic alliance.

Momentum is building in the AI sector after reports emerged that the Trump administration plans to dismantle strict chip export rules introduced under President Biden.

South Korea just became the newest stop in RedotPay’s global crypto payment rollout.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is gearing up for another deep dive into crypto regulation, with its fourth roundtable event set for May 12.

Bitcoin is firmly trading above the $100,000 level, drawing renewed optimism from investors while also raising caution among analysts watching for potential turbulence ahead.

Healthcare logistics firm Wellgistics is taking a major step into crypto by integrating XRP as both a treasury reserve and a foundation for real-time payments.

Rumble is taking a major leap into crypto, unveiling plans to launch its own digital wallet designed for content creators.

Lido may soon reshape how decisions are made within its ecosystem. A new proposal, LIP-28, introduced on May 8, aims to give staked Ethereum (stETH) holders the power to counter potentially harmful decisions made by LDO token voters.

Coinbase has broken new ground in the U.S. crypto space by launching nonstop Bitcoin and Ethereum futures trading, becoming the first regulated platform in the country to operate around the clock.

Brazil’s main stock exchange, B3, is making a bold move deeper into digital assets with the upcoming launch of Ethereum and Solana futures contracts.

The Ethereum Foundation has kicked off 2025 with a major funding push, allocating $32.6 million in grants during the first quarter to support projects strengthening the blockchain’s infrastructure, usability, and community engagement.

Metaplanet has stepped up its commitment to Bitcoin by securing $21.25 million through its latest bond offering, the company’s 14th in a series of ongoing capital raises tied to its aggressive crypto strategy.

A U.S. court has handed down a 30-year prison sentence to Mohammed Azharuddin Chhipa, who was found guilty of financing terrorism through cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin has reached a major benchmark in its battle against traditional financial benchmarks, with its value relative to the S&P 500 hitting a record high of 17.725 on May 8.

Ripple’s president, Monica Long, is drawing attention to the growing role of stablecoins in global finance, emphasizing that businesses can no longer afford to sideline them.

Gemini has taken a critical step in its European expansion strategy by securing regulatory approval to offer crypto derivatives throughout the European Union.

BlackRock is ramping up its engagement with U.S. regulators, meeting with the SEC’s Crypto Task Force on May 9 to present its growing suite of digital asset products and to push forward conversations around the evolving regulatory landscape.

As trade envoys from the U.S. and China prepare to meet in Geneva this weekend, Donald Trump is once again embracing aggressive tariff policy.

Solana has staged an impressive rebound, surging past the $170 mark after a robust 11% daily move.

Efforts to create a clear legal framework for U.S. stablecoins took a hit this week after the Senate failed to push forward a key piece of legislation.

Elon Musk’s ability to spark explosive meme coin rallies appears to be wearing thin.

Defiance ETFs has proposed four innovative exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on leveraged strategies targeting the price movements of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and gold.

Rootstock, a platform bridging smart contracts with Bitcoin, saw a significant increase in mining activity and network security during early 2025, despite a slowdown in overall usage.

Stripe, the global payments leader, has taken a major step into the world of stablecoins with the introduction of its new feature, Stablecoin Financial Accounts.

Recent insights from Bank of America (BofA) suggest that rising market volatility, exacerbated by tariff issues, has prompted investors to retreat from US equities.

A well-regarded crypto analyst believes that Bitcoin (BTC) could experience a final, explosive rally before the current market cycle concludes.

Excitement is building ahead of tomorrow’s DOOD token launch, the long-awaited airdrop tied to the popular Doodles NFT brand.

Robinhood appears poised to make its boldest move yet: bringing U.S. financial markets to Europe through the power of blockchain.

A major chapter in crypto’s legal reckoning closed this week as Alex Mashinsky, once a prominent name in digital lending, received a 12-year prison sentence.

A Trump-inspired cryptocurrency has seen explosive growth and just as much controversy.

Bhutan is taking a bold step in merging tourism and digital finance by enabling crypto payments for visitors across the country.

David Bailey, known for his close ties to Donald Trump on crypto policy, is preparing to launch a major Bitcoin investment vehicle named Nakamoto, backed by $300 million in funding.

Dan Tapiero, a seasoned macro investor and hedge fund manager, sees potential for a significant Bitcoin surge if the U.S. economy hits a downturn that pushes the Federal Reserve toward aggressive rate cuts.

Space and Time’s native token, SXT, debuted across Binance’s full suite of trading and earning products on May 8, 2025.

Coinbase is reportedly preparing to make its boldest move yet in the derivatives space with the planned acquisition of Deribit, a crypto options and futures exchange known for commanding a significant slice of global trading volume.

Once a rising star in the crypto world, Pi Network is now under pressure as its token unlock schedule threatens to overwhelm market demand.

Binance is making changes to its trading roster again, this time pulling back three spot trading pairs and putting several cryptocurrencies under closer scrutiny.

Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky is asking for a significantly reduced prison sentence ahead of his May 8 sentencing, with his legal team pushing back hard against the U.S. Department of Justice’s call for a 20-year term.

In a significant move for crypto investment accessibility, Swiss asset manager 21Shares has introduced a new exchange-traded product (ETP) tied to the Cronos blockchain’s native token, CRO.

A cryptocurrency trader reportedly lost $2.8 million in an hour after purchasing 1.39 million TRUMP tokens, aiming to secure a spot at an exclusive gala dinner with President Donald Trump.

Standard Chartered has released a bullish forecast for Binance Coin (BNB), projecting its price could reach approximately $1,275 by the end of 2025 and potentially climb to $2,775 by 2028.

Bitwise is expanding its crypto ETF ambitions with a new filing for a spot NEAR ETF, signaling growing institutional interest in altcoins beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin is no longer the speculative playground it once was, according to Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan.

Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has broken his silence about his time behind bars, describing the four months he spent in a U.S. prison as one of the most unsettling and eye-opening periods of his life. Speaking in a recent interview with Rug Radio, Zhao recounted the emotional and psychological toll of incarceration. Lacking U.S. citizenship […]

After more than a decade of silence, two early Bitcoin wallets have suddenly sprung to life, moving thousands of BTC in a move that caught the attention of blockchain analysts and traders alike.

President Donald Trump is set to make his first overseas trip since returning to office, leading a high-powered U.S. delegation to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE next week.

Israeli trading platform eToro is preparing to go public in the U.S., aiming for a valuation of up to $4 billion as it moves to list shares on the Nasdaq under the ticker “ETOR.”

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is pressing U.S. lawmakers to revive momentum behind the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at introducing federal oversight for stablecoins.

April brought an unusual twist to the U.S. stock market. The S&P 500 plummeted more than 10% during the month, only to rebound and close within 2% of where it began.

After briefly breaching $97,000, Bitcoin has slipped to around $94,000, retreating from the $98,000 resistance zone as traders brace for potential volatility tied to upcoming macroeconomic announcements.