The company led by Michael Saylor announces a strong performance of its bitcoin investments for the first quarter of 2025, but disappoints Wall Street analysts with its overall financial results.
Interest in Solana futures reaches unparalleled heights, with $5.75 billion in open positions as of April 30th. However, this dramatic increase in leverage usage raises questions about the direction the price of SOL could take in the coming weeks.
Bitcoin is up 3% on May 1st, briefly reaching $97,400 before dropping back to $96,600. Bullish investors are now preparing to face the psychological resistance of $97,000, while gold is experiencing a significant correction, losing more than 8% since its recent historical highs.
And what if the dollar was no longer the only compass for stablecoins? Around the world, a tide is forming: governments, regulators, and companies want alternatives. Between monetary sovereignty and geopolitical ambitions, crypto is taking an unexpected turn.
As Ethereum ETFs struggle to attract investors, the cryptocurrency is going through a turbulent period. Unfortunately, without a sustained bullish rally or a strong narrative, even with significant staking, ETH flows will stagnate, according to Eric Balchunas. Coming to the rescue, Vitalik Buterin is launching an emergency plan to prevent a collapse... but several signs already indicate the extinction of Ethereum by 2040.
While American regulators often take cautious positions regarding cryptocurrencies, a notable change is occurring around XRP. In just a few weeks, the probability of approval for an ETF based on the asset has jumped to 85%, according to analysts at Bloomberg. This development is transforming market outlooks and fueling expectations of new historic highs. In this context, investors, technical analysts, and institutional observers are already envisioning the scenarios that this decision could trigger.
At the Token2049 conference in Dubai on April 30, Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, former CEO of Binance, did not mince his words: Europe is almost absent from the debate on crypto adoption. According to Zhao, while countries like the United Arab Emirates and Bhutan are accumulating bitcoin and ethereum as strategic reserves, European countries are moving "nowhere."
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.
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.
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.
Crypto: Mastercard and its partners are reinventing the digital economy with the integration of stablecoins into payments. The details!
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.
Arizona is set to make history by becoming the first U.S. state to have a bitcoin reserve. With the approval of various historic bills, the state could allocate up to 10% of its public assets into cryptocurrencies, paving the way for a new era for American public finances.
Mark Carney, a political and economic victory for Canada, but beware! He may be preparing to bury cryptocurrencies in order to welcome CBDCs with open arms. Bitcoin, get ready to pack your bags.
The prospect of a bitcoin reaching $200,000 by the end of 2025 raises eyebrows. Standard Chartered asserts this trajectory. The scenario is based on various indicators. It combines returns, ETF flows, and whale movements. In short, the institution bets on a rapid surge. This article details the reasons. It highlights the key signals.
Right from the start, the rise of the memecoin TRUMP has taken an unprecedented political turn. Influential senators are now questioning the White House about the implications of this cryptocurrency. They denounce the very idea of a "gala dinner" reserved for the largest holders. This process raises serious doubts. It could indeed blur the line between private interests and public functions. Through this controversy, the cryptocurrency becomes both a lever of power and an instrument of controversy.
In the unstable universe of cryptos, every economic statistic can reshuffle the cards. After a jump of over 10% in a week, bitcoin is entering a critical phase. Upcoming releases in the United States (inflation, employment, industry) could reshape market sentiment. In an environment already weakened by the turbulence of April, the slightest surprise could reignite volatility or extend consolidation. This week is poised to be decisive for BTC's trajectory and investor appetite.
Peter Chung, head of research at the quantitative trading firm Presto, reaffirmed his prediction that Bitcoin (BTC) could reach 210,000 dollars by the end of 2025. In a recent interview on April 28 on CNBC, Chung highlighted several factors that will be the main drivers of this surge.