As the symbolic threshold of 100,000 dollars approaches, Bitcoin enters a turbulent zone. Behind the spectacular rise, long-term holders are recording unrealized gains of nearly 350%, a level historically associated with massive profit-taking. This critical signal comes as the market remains vulnerable, hindered by ongoing technical tensions and a demand that struggles to keep pace with potential supply.
The dollar has slowed down, but global markets are holding their breath. After three weeks of rising, the greenback is losing ground, driven by a more robust employment report than expected. However, tensions persist: a resilient growth, stagnant rates, and ongoing tariff uncertainties. Cryptos are not exempt from this monetary ballet. For crypto traders, every fluctuation of the dollar redraws the risk map, shifts the boundary of volatility, and reshapes liquidity expectations.
The depths of Ethereum are stirring once again. While the market seemed to be dozing off, powerful players are resurfacing, quietly but with a confidence that speaks volumes. No media sirens, no speculative frenzy: just heavy, silent, and resolute movements. The crypto ecosystem is wondering – what are these mysterious whales up to?
With a low of deposits on exchanges, is Bitcoin showing signs of an imminent new bull run? Analysis.
Bitcoin strikes hard: with a price flirting with $97,000 and a market dominance of 64.89%, the queen of crypto reaches its highest level since 2021! Driven by distrust towards altcoins and a tense macro context, BTC crushes the competition and attracts capital.
XRP is getting serious again: whales are gorging themselves, the SEC might say yes, and the indicators are flashing green. The market? It's waiting, ready to leap to $3.
The CIA discovers that bitcoin tracks better than a double agent: a comical turnaround for a cryptocurrency born against the State, which has become the State's arm. What a flip!
The European Union is tightening the screws on anonymity in the crypto sector. From 2027, confidential tokens and anonymous accounts will be banned, marking a historic turning point for the ecosystem. The goal: to strengthen the fight against money laundering and impose total transparency on market players.
While Asia rushes and America funds, Europe shuffles paperwork, piles up regulations, and waits for innovation to knock at its door… with form B-27.
The countdown has begun. Indeed, Bitcoin could reach a new all-time high much sooner than we imagine. A recent analysis by Timothy Peterson, a recognized economist in the Bitcoin network, predicts a surge to $135,000 within the next 100 days. The origin of this projection: the drop in the VIX index, a symbol of a renewed appetite for risk, and an aligned macroeconomic context. This could reignite the bullish ambitions of a market in search of solid catalysts.
Invisible to the eyes of the markets, Alliance Resource Partners (NASDAQ: ARLP) has quietly opened a new front. Indeed, this American coal giant is using its surplus electricity to mine Bitcoin. As a result, $45 million worth of BTC now sits on the company's balance sheet. Thus, away from prying eyes, coal fuels more than just boilers. Let’s explore this bold transformation.
The crypto market is currently experiencing a notable shift in online discussions, with a growing interest in memecoins rather than bitcoin. According to the analytics platform Santiment, mentions of memes have reached their highest level since the beginning of 2025, revealing a more speculative approach by investors.
What if the markets were following a tempo that escapes economic logic? While the U.S. GDP is declining, the S&P 500 is rebounding after a sharp drop of nearly 20%. This unexpected turnaround, fueled by contradictory signals, intrigues even in trading rooms. Indeed, at BNP Paribas, strategists are wondering: does this sudden correction fit into a global tradition? To understand it, they delve back into a century of stock market crash history.
Raoul Pal's optimism for Sol and Sui cryptos is intriguing. Contrary to skeptics, the founder of Real Vision presents an unexpectedly positive long-term vision. To understand this "bet", let's first examine the technology, and then Pal's sharp analysis.
In the span of two months, Pi Network has lost nearly 90% of its value. The cryptocurrency fell from $2.99 to a low of $0.40. This collapse could have marked the end of the hype, but a recent rebound is rekindling interest. While some see it as just a temporary surge, others suggest it could be the beginning of a turnaround. As the project is poised to reach a key milestone, the price movement in the coming days could reshape the trajectory of this controversial cryptocurrency.
The face of the cryptocurrency market is evolving at a rapid pace. On one side, individuals clinging to every satoshi. On the other, institutions ready to commit colossal sums. However, the price of Bitcoin does not always follow the same trajectory for these two populations. In Dubai, during the Cointelegraph LONGITUDE panel, major players sounded the alarm. According to them, soon only the largest wallets will be able to afford a Bitcoin.
Dogecoin is breaking out of its niche and making waves: an ETF rumored, whales in action, and curves skyrocketing... The skeptics are in for a surprise!
The EU is trying to avoid a trade war that would harm its economy. This article explains how.
Tether throws a stone into the European regulatory pond: its CEO categorically refuses to submit USDT to the MiCA framework. A decision that could disrupt the stablecoin market in Europe, weaken crypto exchanges, and highlight a front-line opposition between regulation and global financial innovation.
In a context where traditional finance struggles to meet the needs for returns and accessibility, RealT continues to shape the story of tokenization. After democratizing fractional real estate investment, the platform is launching a new, unprecedented product: the Factoring Token, a tokenized financial asset offering up to 12% annual returns. An innovation tailored for savvy crypto investors and enthusiasts of alternative finance.
The crypto market for RWA (Real World Assets) would be a largely overvalued illusion according to Chris Yin, CEO of Plume. He questions the official figures and asserts that the current enthusiasm is based on false data, far from reflecting the reality on the ground or the actual interest of institutions.
Europe, once hesitant about Bitcoin, wants its MicroStrategy: TBG plans for 260,000 BTC by 2033. A strong plan that tickles the ECB and shakes the markets.
Worldcoin lands in the United States. The goal: to scan your irises to prove that you are human. Behind this project is Sam Altman, the head of OpenAI, betting on biometric technology to create a unique and secure digital identity. With six sites opened in key cities, the gamble is on: to link blockchain, crypto, and eye recognition to reinvent access to digital services.
Tether is hitting hard at the start of 2025: with over $1 billion in profits and $5.6 billion in excess reserves, the leader in stablecoins confirms its supremacy in the crypto market. This financial performance strengthens its position against regulators and emerging competitors.
CZ, as an apostle of the crypto freedom, bet 500 million on X to free the tweets... all while hoping that Elon Musk hunts down the bots that are proliferating.
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.
While the crypto market regains its strength, a silent threat resurfaces. Binance, one of the main trading platforms, warns of the increase in scams related to fake tokens. Imitating legitimate projects, these scams are ensnaring more and more investors, sometimes seasoned ones. In a context of euphoria and a massive return of capital, this drift calls into question the security of exchanges.
The CAC 40 is taking a significant hit. In just a few sessions, the Paris index has dropped over 6.5%, driven by a dramatic return of trade tensions. The announcement by Donald Trump of new tariffs on Chinese and European imports triggered a wave of massive sell-offs. Thus, on April 3, the Paris Stock Exchange fell by 2.25%, indicating a climate of widespread nervousness that revives the specter of a global economic war.
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.