Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin in free fall, "hidden hands" at work, and the Fed lying in ambush: who is manipulating the market while traders play prophets?

The broader crypto market took a tumble overnight, sending top assets including Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) below key price levels. Market observation tools have linked this sudden price action to profit-taking activities by large asset holders.

Digital assets have transcended the corridors of financing, entering the realm of space exploration. In a recent update, Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin has joined forces with American firm Shift4 Payments to offer crypto payment services for expeditions to outer space.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) statement regarding liquid staking has, as expected, drawn different views and opinions across all corners of the crypto space. Although some believe that this nonbinding guidance could help drive institutional and retail adoption, others have raised concerns over the risk, potential challenges and key legal hurdles.

Despite the recent Dogecoin price slip, on-chain data have revealed an interesting trend: DOGE whales are actively accumulating the coin. As the asset records southbound movements, these large wallets have seized the opportunity to buy the dip. Could they be positioning for a possible market reversal?

Metaplanet has made yet another landmark acquisition as it doubles down on its goal of becoming the largest corporate Bitcoin holder. Following its transition to a BTC treasury firm, the Tokyo-listed firm has become one of the largest publicly listed holders of Bitcoin in Asia.

Spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are currently on a smooth sail, posting strong inflow records week-on-week. Although these investment products struggled during the early parts of the year following the broader market drop, their performances have picked up in this quarter—particularly in the U.S. market

Ever since crypto assets entered the financial circles, many industry participants, including stakeholders, have called for a clear classification of these blockchain assets. Strategy’s (formerly MicroStrategy) CEO, Michael Saylor, has also lent his voice, calling on the U.S. government to give a set definition to digital securities and commodities.

The NFT market has just recorded its second-best month of the year, reaching $574 million in sales in July—a nearly unexpected rebound. While the number of buyers is declining, the average transaction value is rising, and Ethereum-based collections are surging. Is this just a temporary rebound—or the start of a more selective new cycle?

Bitcoin has gone from a routine decentralized medium of exchange to become one of the most valuable assets in the world. And as with any apex asset, the OG coin has witnessed massive global interest from both corporate bodies and regional powers. Top industry stakeholders are now calling for an increased portfolio inclusion of the first-born crypto, highlighting it as a store of value amid the rising U.S. debt profile.

Ethereum is attracting strong interest from corporate treasuries and institutional investors. A new report from Standard Chartered revealed that companies have bought 1.26 million ETH in just two months. That amount equals roughly 1% of the total ETH supply. This pace nearly matches the 2 million ETH acquired by ETFs over the same period. Analysts called it the strongest buying wave ever seen for Ethereum ETFs. Geoffrey Kendrick, the bank’s global head of digital assets research, expects this trend to intensify.

Bitcoin’s computational power has recorded an uptick in the previous day, surging close to previous levels—a trend that is viewed as a net positive for miners. As the higher hash rate boosts the blockchain’s security and robustness, miners benefit from increased profits.

Satoshi’s original vision for Bitcoin was to function as a decentralized peer-to-peer electronic cash system, free from the influence of governments or financial institutions. However, U.S. lawmaker Senator Cynthia Lummis believes that Bitcoin could serve a far greater purpose as a hedge against the rising cost of living.

A Denver pastor and his wife have been indicted for allegedly running a $3.4 million cryptocurrency scam targeting their own faith community.

Less than a week after the approval of the GENIUS Act, two giants in the financial space, Anchorage Digital and Ethena Labs, have joined forces to launch a U.S. version of the offshore USDtb stablecoin. This digital dollar will become the first stablecoin to debut in line with the recently enacted stablecoin regulation bill.

Coinfest Asia, the largest crypto festival in the world, returns on August 21–22, 2025, at Nuanu Creative City, Bali. Known for its immersive format and hands-on Web3 showcase, this year's event is set to gather over 10,000 participants from across crypto, finance, tech, and the broader digital ecosystem.

Cryptocurrency adoption has witnessed remarkable growth in 2025, with individuals and even large institutions pivoting towards digital asset ownership. Interestingly, data shows that the recent wave of crypto embrace is largely driven by digital payment and artificial intelligence.

Ethereum’s next major protocol upgrade, Fusaka, is scheduled for launch in early November. Developers aim to boost scalability and network resilience while trimming unnecessary features.

Latin America facing the crypto challenge: a broken staircase represents the regulatory barriers that hinder the adoption of cryptocurrencies in the region.

Ethereum’s price has posted a strong outing in July, culminating in a 2025 high amid growing interest from top industry participants. In fact, the second-largest crypto asset by valuation outpaced Bitcoin over the past week, with the latest data showing high ETH accumulation activities by several firms.

Bitcoin’s all-time high (ATH) trended on crypto social media this week, with nearly half of all mentions discussing the recent milestone achieved by the OG coin. Even as the coin posted a strong climb during this period, experts believe such a level of dominance may lead to a short-term top and usually precedes a brief retracement.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have become an emerging trend in recent years, providing investors with exposure to BTC without direct ownership. Large corporate bodies have joined this trend, with top companies like Michael Saylor-led Strategy leading the pack.  However, Bitcoin maximalist and media personality Max Keiser has urged caution among crypto participants who invest in the asset through centralized treasuries, explaining that these firms could become a target for governments in the future.

Could Bitcoin’s position at the market summit be grinding to a halt? Following a remarkable start to July, the OG crypto seems to be losing its sector dominance to Ethereum, at least for the time being. Some within the crypto circles now suggest that a continuation of this trend could signal a temporary end to Bitcoin’s reign at the top of the market.

Gen Z is using crypto for daily purchases while Gen X uses it for high-value transactions. Discover how age shapes crypto adoption globally.

Digital asset exchange Bitfinex has spotted an interesting trend: grassroots demand for Bitcoin has outpaced supply. Bitfinex’s recent findings come at a time when the apex asset continues to carve strong upward price trajectories amid interest from top industry players. More so, this supply shock indicates the growing appeal of the OG crypto among new market participants despite its high value.

Eric Jackson of EMJ Capital predicts Ethereum could surge to $10,000 soon and even $1.5 million long-term. He highlights the potential impact of staking-enabled ETFs, shrinking ETH supply, and growing institutional demand as key drivers behind this bullish outlook.

Stablecoins have become a widely used medium of cross-border transactions, especially for retail payments and other overseas remittances. Despite the growing adoption, some within the banking circles have expressed skepticism about these digital fiat-pegged assets. A prominent banking personality even warned the world's largest banks against issuing their own stablecoins.

A Bullish wave is once again sweeping through all corners of the crypto market as Bitcoin reached new price levels and altcoins printed price climbs. Over the past week, the OG coin witnessed consecutive days of price increases, reaching an all-time high of $ 118,731 on July 11.  Despite this remarkable feat, data shows that the apex coin’s dominance has faded slightly. Prominent market personality Matthew Hyland even asserted that altcoins may have a greater upside, as many currently surge independent of Bitcoin’s influence.