Author Kosta Gushterov

This Week in Crypto: Whale Accumulation, Ethereum Signals, and a Sentiment Shake-Up

According to the latest Santiment report, the crypto market is entering a critical phase, with a mix of bullish on-chain signals and cautionary sentiment indicators.

05.07.2025 21:00 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Russia’s Rostec to Launch Ruble-Backed Stablecoin on Tron Blockchain

Russian state-owned defense and technology giant Rostec has unveiled plans to launch a ruble-pegged stablecoin and digital payments platform by the end of 2025, marking one of the country’s most significant moves yet toward blockchain-based financial infrastructure.

05.07.2025 20:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

What’s Ahead for Ethereum, According to Former Core Developer

Former Ethereum core developer Eric Conner has outlined a compelling bullish thesis for Ethereum (ETH), pointing to a convergence of on-chain data and institutional flows that could set the stage for a significant price surge.

05.07.2025 19:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Market Odds of a U.S. Recession in 2025 Drop in Half Since May 

The likelihood of the United States entering a recession in 2025 has dropped significantly, according to the latest market data from prediction platform Polymarket, where recession odds have fallen to just 22%, marking a notable decline from earlier highs in April and May.

05.07.2025 18:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Majority of U.S. Crypto Investors Back Trump’s Crypto Policy, Survey Finds

A recent poll reveals that over 70% of U.S. crypto investors support President Donald Trump’s current approach to digital asset policy, reflecting growing optimism within the sector.

05.07.2025 18:09 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Mysterious $8.6B Bitcoin Transfer Sparks Speculation Over Satoshi-Era Wealth

In a stunning on-chain event that has reignited curiosity across the crypto community, more than $8.6 billion worth of Bitcoin linked to the network’s earliest years—commonly referred to as the “Satoshi era”—was quietly moved on Friday in what analysts believe is the largest single transfer of early-mined BTC ever recorded.

05.07.2025 15:00 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Esports Giant Moves Into Bitcoin Mining

The parent company behind the iconic esports brand Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) is taking a sharp turn into the world of Bitcoin mining, signaling a significant evolution from pure entertainment to digital infrastructure.

05.07.2025 13:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Billionaire Says ‘Sell Your House, Buy Bitcoin’: Fiat Collapse Is Coming

Mexican billionaire and Bitcoin enthusiast Ricardo Salinas has renewed his warning about the risks of fiat currency systems, urging people to reconsider their financial strategies in light of what he believes is an impending monetary collapse.

05.07.2025 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Hackers Steal $140 Million from Brazilian Central Bank, Launder Funds Through Crypto

A sophisticated cyberattack targeting Brazil’s central bank reserve accounts has resulted in the theft of over $140 million (R$800 million), much of which was swiftly funneled through cryptocurrency channels.

05.07.2025 11:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Donald Trump Signs “One Big Beautiful Bill”: How It Can Reshape the Crypto Market

U.S. President Donald Trump has officially signed his sweeping policy bill into law, enacting one of the most consequential pieces of legislation of his presidency.

05.07.2025 9:56 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

FTX Halts Recovery Payments in 49 Countries: Here Is the List

The long-awaited creditor repayments from bankrupt crypto exchange FTX have hit a major roadblock, with the FTX Recovery Trust announcing a temporary suspension of payments to users in 49 foreign jurisdictions.

04.07.2025 18:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Speculation Surges as Binance BTC Futures Volume Tops $650 Trillion

Bitcoin’s market structure has undergone a dramatic transformation, with Binance surpassing $650 trillion in BTC futures volume since launching the product in September 2019.

04.07.2025 17:37 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Top 10 Trending Cryptocurrencies Today, According to CoinGecko

As digital assets continue to dominate financial headlines, traders are closely watching which coins are gaining the most momentum.

04.07.2025 15:31 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Here is When the U.S. House Will Vote on Key Crypto Bills

Following the passage of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill, House Republicans are now setting the stage for a major push on cryptocurrency legislation.

04.07.2025 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

New Data Shows Shiba Inu is at Risk Due to Centralization

New data from Santiment highlights major differences in token distribution among top cryptocurrencies, revealing critical insights for traders monitoring whale influence.

04.07.2025 10:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Solana PumpFun Bot Turns Out to Be Malware in Disguise

A malicious open-source project on GitHub disguised as a Solana trading bot has compromised user wallets, according to a July 2, 2025, report by cybersecurity firm SlowMist.

04.07.2025 9:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Tops Crypto Social Buzz as $110,000 Milestone Fuels Market Debate

While altcoins are enjoying a strong performance across markets, it is Bitcoin that continues to dominate crypto social media chatter, according to a July 3 report by on-chain analytics firm Santiment.

04.07.2025 8:15 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Approved: What It Means for Crypto Markets

Congress has officially passed President Donald Trump’s landmark economic package, a sweeping bill that combines aggressive tax cuts with deep federal spending reductions.

04.07.2025 7:00 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Arthur Hayes Warns of Bitcoin Pullback to $90,000: Here is Why

BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has issued a cautious outlook for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market, predicting a possible short-term downturn as the U.S. government shifts its liquidity strategy.

03.07.2025 23:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Whales Accumulate as Long-Term Holders Hit All-Time High

Bitcoin’s bullish undercurrent continues to strengthen as on-chain data and derivatives market behavior reveal aggressive accumulation from long-term holders and whales.

03.07.2025 21:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ethereum Core Developer Launches Foundation to Push ETH to $10,000

Zak Cole, a prominent Ethereum core developer, has unveiled a bold new initiative aimed at significantly expanding the Ethereum ecosystem and driving the price of ETH to $10,000.

03.07.2025 20:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

LINK Stuck Below $15 as Whales Accumulate and Retail Stalls, CryptoQuant Reports

According to a new report by CryptoQuant, Chainlink (LINK) is locked in a prolonged accumulation phase between $12 and $15, driven by aggressive whale behavior amid muted retail participation.

03.07.2025 19:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Franklin Templeton Warns of Serious Risks in Institutional Bitcoin Treasury Strategies

As institutional adoption of Bitcoin accelerates, U.S. asset management giant Franklin Templeton has issued a cautionary note on the growing trend of crypto-based treasury strategies.

03.07.2025 18:12 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Solana Staking ETF Ranks in Top 1% of ETF Launches on Day One

The newly launched SSK Solana Staking ETF delivered a standout performance on its first trading day, ranking in the top 1% of all ETF launches, according to Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas.

03.07.2025 16:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Swiss Bank Becomes First Global Bank to Support Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin

In a landmark move for regulated digital finance, AMINA Bank AG, a FINMA-regulated Swiss crypto bank, has officially launched custody and trading services for Ripple’s U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin RLUSD, becoming the first bank globally to directly support the asset.

03.07.2025 14:24 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Climbs to $109,500: Why the Price is Up?

Bitcoin rose 1.78% over the past 24 hours to reach $109,500 at the time of writing, driven by surging institutional inflows into spot ETFs, easing global trade tensions, and strengthening technical momentum.

03.07.2025 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Now Out-Earning Its $624B S&P 500 Fund

BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF), known by its ticker IBIT, has surpassed the firm’s flagship S&P 500 ETF in annual revenue, according to a new report from Bloomberg.

03.07.2025 10:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

SEC Chairman With Important Comments on Regulation, Crypto, and Trading

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins has emphasized the agency’s continued focus on investor protection, addressing insider trading, market manipulation, and the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency regulation.

03.07.2025 8:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ripple Has Applied for a National Banking License

Ripple has officially applied for a national bank charter from the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), aiming to establish a new regulatory benchmark for trust in the stablecoin market.

03.07.2025 7:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

June’s Top-Performing Crypto Projects Across Key Metrics

A new report from on-chain analytics platform Santiment has identified standout crypto projects that posted the largest gains across various performance metrics during June 2025.

02.07.2025 23:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Robert Kiyosaki Buys More Bitcoin, Says He’d Rather Be a ‘Sucker Than a Loser’

Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, revealed on July 1 that he purchased another Bitcoin, reaffirming his long-term bullish stance—even if it comes with personal risk.

02.07.2025 22:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Binance to Delist Five Tokens on July 4

The move follows the exchange’s routine asset evaluations, which are aimed at maintaining quality standards and user protection.

02.07.2025 20:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Price Prediction for the End of 2025 From Standard Chartered

Bitcoin is poised for its strongest dollar rally in history during the second half of 2025, according to Standard Chartered’s latest market outlook.

02.07.2025 18:24 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Arizona Governor Vetoes Bill, Related to State Crypto Reserve Fund: Here Is Why

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has officially vetoed House Bill 2324, a legislative proposal that aimed to create a state-managed reserve fund for holding seized cryptocurrency assets.

02.07.2025 16:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

SEC Explores New Fast-Track Process for Token-Based ETFs

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is in the early stages of developing a standardized listing framework for token-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to a July 1 report by journalist Eleanor Terrett.

02.07.2025 14:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Public Companies Outpace ETFs in Bitcoin Buying: Here is What You Need to Know

Public corporations have dramatically increased their Bitcoin (BTC) holdings in 2025, acquiring more than double the amount bought by exchange-traded funds (ETFs) during the first half of the year.

02.07.2025 12:30 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Top Public Companies by Bitcoin Holdings

Japanese firm Metaplanet Inc. has climbed to the fifth position on the list of public companies with the largest Bitcoin reserves, according to a new update from BitcoinTreasuries.net.

02.07.2025 10:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

SEC Approves Grayscale ETF Tracking Top Five Cryptocurrencies

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially approved the conversion of the Grayscale Digital Large Cap Fund into an exchange-traded fund (ETF), finalizing its transition from an over-the-counter product into a fully regulated ETF structure.

02.07.2025 9:06 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Key Bitcoin Crash Signal Flashes Again, Says Analyst Ali Martinez

A historically accurate technical indicator that has predicted every major Bitcoin crash is flashing once more, warns crypto analyst Ali Martinez.

02.07.2025 8:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitcoin Market Stalls as Profit-Taking, Whale Dispersal, and Sideways Action Define the Cycle

The Bitcoin market is entering a complex phase marked by rising realized profits, reduced whale balances, and historically prolonged sideways price movement.  

01.07.2025 20:00 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Top 10 AI and Big Data Crypto Projects by Development Activity

According to new insights from market intelligence platform Santiment, development activity in the crypto sector’s AI and Big Data segment remains strong, with several major projects showing notable GitHub activity over the past 30 days.

01.07.2025 19:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Which Crypto ETFs Could Get SEC Approval in 2025? Here Are the Chances

With the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) already greenlighting spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, attention is now turning to the next wave of crypto-backed exchange-traded funds.

01.07.2025 18:00 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

UniCredit to Launch Structured Product Tied to BlackRock’s Spot Bitcoin ETF

European banking giant UniCredit is preparing to offer its professional clients a new investment product linked to BlackRock’s spot Bitcoin ETF (IBIT), according to a report by Bloomberg.

01.07.2025 17:53 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

U.S. Supreme Court Backs IRS Access to Crypto Exchange Data

In a major development for cryptocurrency regulation and user privacy, the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a challenge to the IRS’s authority to collect broad customer data from crypto exchanges.

01.07.2025 17:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Bitget Wallet Teams Up with Mastercard to Launch Crypto-Powered Payment Card

Bitget Wallet has entered a strategic partnership with Mastercard and Web3 payment provider Immersve to launch a new payment card that allows users to spend cryptocurrencies directly from their digital wallets.

01.07.2025 16:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Top Trending Cryptocurrencies Today

As crypto markets navigate another week of volatility and shifting sentiment, traders are increasingly turning their attention to emerging altcoins and high-momentum tokens.

01.07.2025 15:17 3 min. read Kosta Gushterov

American State Bans Crypto Investments and Payments in Sweeping New Law

Connecticut has officially distanced itself from government adoption of digital assets like Bitcoin. On June 30, Governor Ned Lamont signed House Bill 7082 into law, placing sweeping restrictions on how the state and its agencies can engage with cryptocurrencies.

01.07.2025 14:33 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Robinhood to Launch Tokenized Shares of OpenAI and SpaceX for European Users

Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev revealed plans on Monday to bring tokenized equity offerings to the European market, starting with shares in private tech giants OpenAI and SpaceX.

01.07.2025 11:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Crypto Advocates Back Sen. Cynthia Lummis’ Push to Reform Digital Asset Tax Rules

As the U.S. Senate debates a sweeping reconciliation package dubbed the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” crypto industry advocates are rallying behind an amendment introduced by Senator Cynthia Lummis aimed at reforming outdated and burdensome tax rules for digital assets.

01.07.2025 10:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

First-Ever Staked Crypto ETF Set to Launch in the U.S. This Week

A new milestone in cryptocurrency investment products is set to unfold this Wednesday, as REX Shares prepares to launch the first-ever U.S.-listed staked crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF), according to a company announcement shared on X.

01.07.2025 9:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Germany’s Largest Banking Group Sparkassen to Offer Crypto Trading by 2026

In a major shift from its earlier stance, Sparkassen-Finanzgruppe — Germany’s largest banking group — is preparing to introduce cryptocurrency trading services for retail clients by the summer of 2026, according to a report from Bloomberg.

01.07.2025 8:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

XRP Ledger Deploys EVM-Compatible Sidechain to Expand Multichain Utility

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) has officially launched its Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) sidechain on mainnet — marking a major milestone in its effort to bridge XRP’s payment efficiency with Ethereum’s smart contract capabilities.

30.06.2025 21:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ethereum Launches Onchain Time Capsule to Mark 11th Anniversary in 2026

A community-driven initiative launched Monday is inviting Ethereum users to lock art, memories, and personal messages inside a decentralized “time capsule,” set to be opened on the network’s 11th anniversary next year.

30.06.2025 19:00 1 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Ethereum Accumulation Surges While U.S. Politics Stir Market Uncertainty

A new CryptoQuant report highlights a growing divergence between long-term Ethereum holders and short-term Bitcoin buyers, with significant accumulation behavior unfolding in both markets amid increasing political and economic tension in the U.S.

30.06.2025 18:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Kazakhstan to Establish State Crypto-Reserve Under Central Bank Oversight

Kazakhstan is taking a major step toward integrating digital assets into its national financial strategy, with plans to establish a state-managed crypto-reserve.

30.06.2025 17:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Strategy Boosts Bitcoin Holdings to 597,325 BTC with Latest Purchase

Bitcoin giant Strategy has added another 4,980 BTC to its reserves in a purchase worth approximately $531.9 million, according to Executive Chairman Michael Saylor.

30.06.2025 15:23 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Veteran Trader Peter Brandt Shares Simple Wealth Strategy with Bitcoin at Its Core

According to renowned market veteran Peter Brandt, trading isn’t the path to prosperity for the vast majority of people.

30.06.2025 15:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

TRON (TRX) Eyes Breakout as Bollinger Bands Signal Squeeze

According to a new analysis from CryptoQuant, TRON (TRX) may be gearing up for a breakout as tightening Bollinger Bands point to an imminent expansion in volatility.

30.06.2025 13:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov

Why Bitcoin Is Stuck Despite Wall Street Demand  

Charles Edwards, founder and CEO of Capriole Investments, has offered a fresh perspective on Bitcoin’s stalled price movement near the $100,000 mark, despite growing institutional enthusiasm.

30.06.2025 12:00 2 min. read Kosta Gushterov