Author Alexander Stefanov

Cryptocurrency may have existed long before Donald Trump returned to the White House, but under his leadership, digital assets have gone from a fringe technology to a central pillar of U.S. economic strategy.

Bitwise’s Matt Hougan believes crypto’s future hinges less on markets and more on Washington’s ability to legislate.

As countries around the world move faster to integrate digital assets into their financial systems, the United States is keeping Bitcoin at arm’s length—especially when it comes to the idea of holding it in national reserves.

As market uncertainty grows, America’s largest tech firms are proving to be the backbone of investor confidence.

Riot Platforms, one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin miners in the U.S., cashed out $38.8 million worth of Bitcoin in April as mining margins tighten across the sector.

BlackRock has significantly strengthened its position in the Bitcoin ecosystem, with its total exposure now surpassing $5.4 billion as of the first quarter of 2025, based on figures from Timechainindex.

Florida has quietly withdrawn two proposed bills that would have allowed the state to hold Bitcoin as part of its public fund strategy, stalling momentum on what was once seen as a bold move toward crypto adoption at the state level.

A handful of crypto wallets made close to $100 million in minutes by trading the MELANIA token—launched under the name of First Lady Melania Trump—just before its official debut, raising fresh concerns about insider manipulation in political-themed crypto projects.

XRP remains in the spotlight as optimism builds around its recent price performance and Ripple’s strong first-quarter results.

Notcoin, one of the breakout names in Web3 gaming last year, says the days of mindless “tap-to-earn” mechanics are likely over.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed its decision on the proposed listing of the Canary Litecoin ETF, opting instead to open the floor for public feedback.

Global markets are feeling the strain as U.S. trade policy under President Donald Trump continues to send ripples through the world economy.

Aptos is making waves in the crypto world by embracing a middle path between legacy web platforms and fully decentralized systems.

Goldman Sachs has raised its long-term outlook on gold, projecting that the metal could approach $3,880 per ounce by late 2025 if recession fears take hold.

A controversial stablecoin bill is now facing mounting opposition in Washington, with Senator Elizabeth Warren leading the charge against what she calls a pathway to “crypto corruption.”

Tether, best known for powering the USDT stablecoin, is stepping beyond finance and into artificial intelligence.

Europe’s central bank has kicked off a major experiment to see how a digital euro might work in real life.

Cathie Wood, head of ARK Invest, believes markets may be on the verge of a surprising rebound, despite widespread concerns about economic slowdown.

While 2025 has shaken up global markets, Bitcoin is quietly demonstrating its ability to endure.

Warren Buffett sounded the alarm on America’s worsening fiscal health during what may be his final Berkshire Hathaway shareholders meeting, cautioning that the country is heading toward a financial cliff if spending habits remain unchecked.

Starting in 2027, the European Union will enforce strict anti-money laundering laws that effectively outlaw anonymous crypto activity.

Maldives is setting its sights on becoming a global fintech player by diving headfirst into the world of crypto and blockchain.

Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, is sounding the alarm over what he believes could be a turbulent stretch for the U.S. economy.

Capital continues to pour into crypto investment vehicles, with digital assets attracting another $2 billion in fresh inflows last week—pushing the three-week total past $5.5 billion.

In a move that could reshape how U.S. investors access Binance Coin (BNB), VanEck has taken steps to launch a dedicated BNB exchange-traded fund.

Between April 28 and May 4, the firm behind the well-known Bitcoin accumulation strategy added another 1,895 BTC to its reserves, spending around $180.3 million in the process.

A decades-long Bitcoin holder has reportedly lost over $300 million in a devastating crypto theft — one of the largest in recent memory.

As spring turns into summer, the old market adage “sell in May and go away” resurfaces, sparking the usual debate among investors. But this year, that seasonal wisdom may not hold much weight.

Solana’s recent price action has caught the attention of analysts, with signs emerging that the digital asset may be gearing up for a larger move—if it can clear a looming hurdle.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has called for a major reset of the blockchain’s design, warning that the network’s growing complexity threatens its long-term success.

Bitcoin’s blockchain has seen a major spike in usage, hitting its highest activity level in six months.

Cardano (ADA) has regained momentum after a brief lull, with the cryptocurrency pushing past the $0.70 level on growing enthusiasm around its latest technological developments.

The global financial system could be nearing a major turning point, according to Strike CEO Jack Mallers, who believes the era of unchecked debt and unbalanced trade is beginning to unwind.

Kyrgyzstan is stepping deeper into the digital finance era through a new collaboration with Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange.

Bitcoin heavyweight Strategy is back in the spotlight after Michael Saylor signaled yet another major purchase.

Bitcoin’s upward momentum is gaining steam, with the asset hovering just under the $100,000 mark after briefly touching a local high near $97,940.

Despite dealing with a recent security scare, TRON’s native token TRX has managed to stay in positive territory, buoyed by a fresh network upgrade that drew investor attention.

In a cybersecurity twist that sounds more like espionage fiction than reality, Kraken recently intercepted an attempted infiltration by a North Korean hacker—disguised as a job seeker.

In just the first few months of 2025, rising global tensions have placed the spotlight on the growing divide between the United States and the BRICS alliance, with recent expansions.

At Berkshire Hathaway’s annual shareholder meeting, Warren Buffett didn’t hold back when discussing the impact of U.S. trade policy.

Brown University has quietly stepped into the crypto spotlight, revealing a nearly $5 million investment in BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF — marking the Ivy League school’s first known move into digital assets.

An early Ethereum investor who joined the 2015 ICO has just offloaded a massive portion of their holdings, sparking fresh debate about ETH’s near-term price trajectory.

Arizona’s bid to become the first U.S. state to hold Bitcoin as part of its official reserves has been shut down.

Warren Buffett’s decision to pass the torch marks the end of a legendary era in corporate America, closing a 60-year chapter during which he reshaped a struggling textile business into one of the world’s most valuable companies.

Pi Network has taken another step toward broader user inclusion by launching a new wallet activation feature for its Mainnet.

A massive crypto theft has rocked the community, with a staggering $330 million in Bitcoin stolen in a sophisticated scam now believed to be the result of social engineering.

The idea that the United States might one day become a large-scale Bitcoin buyer is, in Arthur Hayes’ view, pure fantasy.

A recent move by U.S. President Donald Trump to reward top holders of his personal cryptocurrency with exclusive access to a White House dinner has sparked sharp criticism from both sides of the political aisle, including among Republicans.

Crypto exchange giant Coinbase has announced it will end support for five digital assets on May 16, 2025.

Bitcoin may be approaching a major test of market strength, according to new insights from analytics firm Glassnode.

A meeting between Ripple’s Chris Larsen and SEC commissioner Paul Atkins has sparked renewed speculation about progress in the long-running legal standoff between the blockchain company and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Tether is reportedly preparing to re-enter the U.S. market with a new dollar-backed digital asset by the end of 2025.

Despite a turbulent stretch for XRP, some major holders appear to be doubling down on their positions.

Crypto investors in the UK who rely on borrowed money may soon face tighter restrictions. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has proposed a ban on using credit cards to purchase digital assets, citing rising concerns over consumer debt and the risks tied to speculative investing.

A prominent crypto analyst known for accurately predicting the 2022 market crash is sounding the alarm on Bitcoin’s current price zone.

A well-known crypto analyst has made waves with an ultra-bullish outlook on Curve DAO (CRV), a DeFi token operating on Ethereum.

Seasoned trader Peter Brandt has reignited debate in the crypto world with his latest projection for Bitcoin’s next peak.

Ark Invest, led by Cathie Wood, is shifting gears. While still bullish on Bitcoin’s long-term trajectory, the firm has made a sharp move into equities—most notably with a $10 million buy-in to Robinhood stock following the trading platform’s better-than-expected Q1 results.

In an unexpected twist in the corporate crypto space, a Nasdaq-listed logistics firm is turning heads with its latest digital asset play—not by backing Bitcoin or Ethereum, but by investing heavily in a politically themed token.