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Performance in the first half of 2023 has been largely supported by liquidity. Furthermore, the good news in June was the agreement reached on the debt ceiling limit. It has been increased until 2025, which subsequently reassured a number of financial market operators. It's not the agreement itself on the ceiling limit that's worth keeping an eye on, but rather the impacts of a liquidity squeeze on Bitcoin and the crypto market for the second half of the year.

On Documenting Bitcoin's Twitter profile, there's a video of BlackRock CEO Larry Fink explaining that “Bitcoin has caught the attention and imagination of many people. They're fascinated and excited.” As a reminder, BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager.

Altcoins, innovative digital assets with a wide range of functionalities, offer promising investment opportunities that are attracting a multitude of investors. The latter are particularly drawn to the exceptional performances achieved by these alternative currencies during the "altcoin season", to the point of sometimes overshadowing Bitcoin (BTC), the first and main cryptocurrency. In response to this phenomenon, many analysts and investors seek to draw comparisons between Bitcoin and altcoins, in order to refine or enhance their investment strategies. Specialist research firm K33 Research has also embarked on this analytical journey.

A ship doesn't set sail across the ocean without the clear guidance of its captain, nor without keeping an eye on the uncontrollable forces of nature. Likewise, the bitcoin ship is preparing to set sail on its next bullish voyage, with two essential factors on board: regulatory clarity in the US and falling inflation.

On Tuesday June 20, EDX Markets, a new crypto exchange, announced the launch of its trading activities. The launch did not go unnoticed in the ecosystem, as the platform enjoyed the support of a consortium of popular institutions in the financial universe. These include Wall Street giants Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab and Citadel Securities.

BlackRock recently filed a Bitcoin ETF application with the SEC. According to several analysts, the process could be beneficial for the price of Bitcoin (BTC) by attracting more institutional investors. Recent trends point to an increase in institutional investors' confidence in the crypto market.

After plummeting to $25,000, the Bitcoin price is skyrocketing. Many see this dynamic as a positive development. However, Peter Schiff disagrees. The investor criticizes the skyrocketing price of the flagship cryptocurrency. He believes the trend will only last for a short time.

Many believe that the 2024 Bitcoin Halving will be decisive for the cryptocurrency. But instead of waiting a few months to cheer up the crypto community, BTC took many by surprise today. It traded at $138,000 early in the morning on Binance.US.

Michael Saylor made statements on Bloomberg that stand in stark contrast to what we have been hearing from "Austrian" economists.

Like any major price movement of a cryptocurrency, the rebound of Bitcoin (BTC) observed over the past week has attracted the attention of analysts. While some experts were quick to predict a bullish trend for the queen of cryptos after this rebound, others believe that it will take even more for a true bull market to unfold. This is the case for trader Tone Vays, who scrutinized the movements of the flagship cryptocurrency and predicted different scenarios leading to a bullish trend for Bitcoin (BTC).

They're in high school, but are already as rich as Croesus. How did they achieve this feat? By using unorthodox techniques such as phishing-based NFT scams. Currently, several million dollars have found their way into their hands. You'll never guess how they're squandering their ill-gotten gains.

The European Union is gearing up to write a decisive new chapter. The rules governing the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) are fast approaching, promising a series of far-reaching changes for companies in the cryptosphere.

BlackRock is particularly interested in cryptocurrencies, as well as ETFs. A few months ago, the company launched an ETF in Europe. This time, they have set their sights on a Bitcoin ETF. There is no guarantee that this process will be successful, but it could have significant effects on the flagship cryptocurrency market.

A solo miner defies the odds and hits the jackpot! With a one in 5,500 chance, this independent miner struck gold by solving a Bitcoin block worth 6 BTC, approximately $160,000. What makes this remarkable feat even more impressive is that it was achieved using mining hardware that is six years old.

A week ago, the SEC launched its war against two crypto giants and didn't forget to shake up around fifty assets classified as “unregistered securities” along the way. Many did not expect such a turn of events. The prices of certain cryptocurrencies plummeted. Even the flagship crypto's price was affected by this attack from the US regulator. However, according to Glassnode, long-term BTC hodlers are unfazed by this storm.

Ordinal inscriptions of Bitcoin are currently experiencing a meteoric rise. However, they are dividing the Bitcoin community. And with the latest upgrade, called “Recursive Inscriptions,” the controversy is likely to resurface. Nonetheless, recursive inscriptions prove advantageous for Bitcoin by transforming the blockchain into a platform for video games.

Every four years, the Bitcoin protocol experiences an event known as the Halving. It is undoubtedly one of the most significant events in the network. This highly anticipated event involves a change in the protocol's monetary policy by halving block rewards. In April 2024, the block reward will drop to 3.125 BTC. With this crucial deadline approaching, how can you best prepare?

The legal battle initiated by the SEC against Coinbase and Binance is significantly harming the crypto industry. Some experts believe that it exacerbates the already existing risks in this sector, to the detriment of users who now have to think about protecting their interests.

Ever since El Salvador made Bitcoin an official currency within its territory, the country has been facing a campaign of distrust and surveillance from the United States. Without hiding their deep unease, the Joe Biden administration has implemented legal measures to protect the American financial system from the repercussions of the Salvadoran government's decision. Why do the USA feel threatened, and what actions have they taken in response? Find all the answers in this article.

The European banking sector may witness new laws in the coming days. EU policymakers, who have never hidden their desire to regulate this sector, particularly banks' access to cryptocurrencies, are taking a giant leap and could see their dream become a reality soon. Governments across the European Union are now all in favor of strict restrictions on bank capital, a decision that could directly impact two prominent cryptos.

Gary Gensler faced the press to explain the serious accusations brought by the SEC against the exchanges Coinbase and Binance. 

Last Tuesday, the SEC, through its chairman, Gary Gensler, filed legal proceedings against the crypto platform Coinbase. The case could see its first twist as Coinbase claims to have evidence of potential bad faith on Gary Gensler's part in this matter.

We know that Bitcoin (BTC) reacts in the long term to profitability levels. That is to say, if the production cost is too high compared to the price of Bitcoin, it would not be sustainable. Therefore, studying the supply is crucial as it explains the behavior and, hopefully, the future of the cryptocurrency market.

What surprises does the crypto market hold for us? While it is impossible to answer this question with certainty, analysts cannot resist making predictions and speculations. Michaël van de Poppe is one of those experts who taps into his knowledge to examine possible scenarios and shares his conclusions with his numerous followers. His latest prediction suggests a potential upward trend for two cryptocurrencies: Litecoin (LTC) and Ether (ETH).

The SEC has revealed a whole list of shitcoins that Binance should have registered as securities. What about Ethereum? And wash trading?

Benjamin Cowen, a leading analyst with a YouTube following of approximately 783,000, sheds light on a concerning trend he believes is on the horizon: a significant drop in altcoins could be imminent. According to him, this comes as no surprise, as it's simply a repetition of historical cycles.

The man who predicted the fall of the United States and the European Union in 2022 has now made statements about the fate of the American banking system and Bitcoin. In a new essay, Arthur Hayes, co-founder and former CEO of BitMex, has made negative prophecies concerning the global finance.

The next breakthrough in the cryptocurrency market could come from XRP. Ripple crypto, which has been steadily rising since the beginning of the year, could continue its ascent to the point of surpassing Bitcoin (BTC), according to analyst Kaleo. The expert shared his technical analysis with his Twitter followers.