The round ball is entering a new dimension. Forget simple passes and sliding tackles: FIFA has taken a step further into the metaverse. On April 30th, the global football organization announced the creation of a homegrown blockchain, simply called "FIFA Blockchain." A decision that, at first glance, seems purely technical. But behind the lines of code, a whole crypto strategy is taking shape, much bolder than it appears.
The crypto world is experiencing an unprecedented crisis, with more than half of the digital tokens having ceased all activity. According to data from GeckoTerminal, of nearly 7 million cryptocurrencies listed since 2021, about 3.7 million have gone bankrupt, representing an alarming failure rate of 52.7%.
Ripple, which wanted to acquire Circle for 5 billion, got the door slammed in its face. Result: a duel of stablecoins where USDC does not intend to let itself be overshadowed.
And what if banks, the secular pillars of global finance, were living their last years? This is not the warning of a crypto maximalist, but that of Eric Trump. From the podium of Liberty University, the businessman warned: without rapid adoption of cryptos and blockchain, banks could disappear within a decade. Thus, in a context where decentralized finance is gaining ground, this position reveals the flaws of a rigid system faced with a rapidly accelerating technology.
The American economy is declining for the first time since 2022. Heading towards a recession? Discover some key figures in this article!
Vitalik Buterin has bold ambitions for Ethereum in 2025. With essential tools at his disposal, such as network resilience and large-scale decentralization, he unveils a vision that could redefine the future of crypto. It remains to be seen whether these plans will be enough to save Ethereum.
In the face of the contraction of the American economy, bitcoin could paradoxically benefit from it, according to André Dragosch, European head of research at Bitwise. This perspective is explained by the anticipation of interest rate cuts and the weakening of the dollar, two factors particularly favorable to cryptocurrency.
The Chinese industry is showing signs of weakness. For the first time in over a year, the country's manufacturing activity has contracted, according to the latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics. Indeed, the new tariff offensive launched by Donald Trump, with customs duties reaching up to 145%, is beginning to have an effect. In Wall Street as in Beijing, concern is rising. This trade standoff between the two powers awakens fears of a global slowdown with systemic consequences.
Bitcoin shatters a record in Realized Capitalization, but not in price. Investors are betting on a future increase, while the current stagnation conceals an imminent explosion. Total suspense.
Global stock markets are plunging with significant losses on Wall Street and internationally. This drop, exacerbated by economic uncertainty, falling oil prices, and the trade war between the United States and China, raises questions about the short-term outlook for financial markets.
Ethereum remains in a waiting phase, between consolidation and potential recovery. Find our complete analysis and the current technical outlook for ETH.
Telegram sent an unequivocal message to its French users this Tuesday, firmly defending the principle of encryption in private messaging. This communication comes after the rejection of a controversial amendment in the National Assembly that aimed to impose "backdoors" in encrypted messaging applications.
While economic sanctions aimed to suffocate Moscow, Russia recorded a growth of 4.1% in 2023. This figure, confirmed by Russian authorities, shakes the certainties of Washington and its allies. In a climate of war in Ukraine and a reshaping of monetary alliances, the resurgence of the Russian economy reveals an effective circumvention strategy, supported by the BRICS. This data raises questions about the effectiveness of Western sanctions and reshuffles the cards in the geoeconomic game.
Crypto: Mastercard and its partners are reinventing the digital economy with the integration of stablecoins into payments. The details!
Bunq, the well-known European neobank for digital nomads, is expanding its offering: it's time for cryptocurrencies! The app now allows users to manage savings and crypto in one basket, thanks to Kraken.
In its report on financial stability, the Bank of Italy once again warns of the risks associated with the integration of cryptocurrencies into the traditional financial system. Although these concerns are not new, it highlights the increased vulnerabilities for global markets due to the expansion of these links.
The first 100 days of the Trump administration deeply impacted the cryptocurrency industry. Among favorable appointments for the sector, the creation of a strategic reserve of bitcoin, and a trade war with significant consequences, the record remains mixed according to experts, with some even labeling this period as "the 95 worst days in modern presidential history."
The blackout in Spain is an opportunity to remind that the Bitcoin industry could certainly have helped to avoid the disaster.
XRP is stirring after months of lethargy. A mini-golden cross is peeking out, but beware, the resistance at $2.30 could still trip up hopes.
Despite strong competition, Tether dominates the crypto stablecoin market with a 66% share and record profits. Details here!
While uncertainty persists in the crypto market, Ethereum stands out with a dynamic that draws attention. Boosted by a massive return of institutional capital, solid on-chain indicators, and a favorable technical setup, the asset appears ready to challenge the resistance of $2,000. In the face of ongoing volatility, ETH is regaining a central place in investment strategies, driven by converging signals that market operators cannot ignore.
Fueled by a speculative surge, Bitcoin crosses critical thresholds while global markets remain under pressure. Indeed, on-chain analysis reveals a sharp acceleration in "hot supply," these freshly moved bitcoins that indicate the arrival of new short-term players. The signal is strong, and the momentum powerful. However, behind the bullish trend, one question persists: does this rise rely on solid foundations or on a fragile frenzy?
BlackRock makes a major move in the Bitcoin ETF market. On April 28, 2025, the asset manager invested nearly $1 billion in bitcoin through its IBIT fund, thereby consolidating its leadership. This wave of institutional purchases could indeed propel BTC to new heights by the end of 2025.
Bonk (BONK), the second largest memecoin based on Solana, has experienced an impressive recovery since April 22. In just one week, its value surged by 60%, rising from $0.00001247 to an intraday peak of $0.00002167 on April 28. Explore the factors behind this price surge and the overall recovery of memecoins.
CompoSecure, Baanx, and MetaMask have unveiled a major collaboration: the MetaMask Metal payment card. This innovation, showcased in preview at ETHDenver, now allows users to spend their crypto directly from their MetaMask wallet, without a banking intermediary.