Cryptocurrency

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.

A long-dormant Bitcoin wallet from the Satoshi era has sent shockwaves through the crypto market after offloading 80,000 BTC, with the sale facilitated by asset management firm Galaxy Digital. This sale ranks as one of the largest crypto transactions ever, as the market recorded a modest volatility during the trading session.

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.

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.

With the institutional crypto community increasingly focused on token efficiency, reports indicate that Shiba Inu has seen its burn rate surge by more than 10,700% in recent days. This sets the stage for an even larger single-day burn event.

Solana launchpad Pump.fun has taken center stage in the memecoin discourse after LetsBonk, a new market entrant, surpassed the OG memecoin platform in token creation on Sunday. With this remarkable run, LetsBonk has become the first-ever Solana launchpad to outpace Pump.fun in daily tokens launched.

Crypto venture capital is showing signs of slowing, but key startups in AI, DeFi, and blockchain infrastructure continue to attract major investments, signaling ongoing innovation in the space.

Elon Musk’s fallout with President Trump has taken on a new twist after the Tesla CEO announced the formation of a new political party which will accept Bitcoin. According to Musk, this third force party will aim to unseat lawmakers who supported the “Big Beautiful Bill”, which he believes would send the American economy crashing.

Cardano has made headlines within crypto chatrooms after officially surpassing 111 million in total transactions on its blockchain network. This impressive milestone, alongside other notable ecosystem growth, underscores the network’s growing user base and strong platform fundamentals. Even more, it reinforces the Layer-1 network’s ability to offer utility-based solutions to everyday users in the decentralized space.

Corporate Bitcoin treasury firms have become an emerging trend in the last few years, with companies like Strategy adopting an aggressive ownership approach. But some market experts have expressed concern over this capital reserve strategy, arguing that it lacks purpose and may not stand the test of time. 

Bitcoin could resume a strong northbound movement once US President Donald Trump approves the much-anticipated “Big Beautiful Bill” on Independence Day. Projections within crypto circles are already betting on the apex asset to test the $150,000 mark as Trump puts his signature on the massive spending proposal. Since BTC has often recorded double-digit rallies in weeks following the signing of such large spending packages, market participants are predicting a similar outcome to play out.

What is the Bitcoin price outlook for 2025? Several notable events, including rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and tariff impositions, marked the second quarter of the year. During this period, Bitcoin alternated between several price levels, eventually reaching a new all-time high in May.  However, despite entering Q3 2025 with strong momentum, the apex coin’s dominance appears to have faded of late. As per CoinMarketCap, 75% of the top 100 coins outperformed Bitcoin in the last 90 days. And with the recently concluded FOMC meeting offering zero boost to crypto assets, smart money traders are already asking what’s next for the BTC price.

Ever struggled to understand how to securely manage your cryptocurrency? A crypto wallet doesn’t store digital assets like a bank account but safeguards private keys—cryptographic tools proving ownership of blockchain-based funds. This article unpacks how crypto wallets work, explores their security frameworks, and compares custodial versus non-custodial solutions, while addressing critical concerns like protecting assets from theft and ensuring seamless transactions across networks like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Discover how these tools bridge the gap between complex cryptography and user-friendly access to decentralized finance (DeFi), empowering both beginners and advanced users to navigate the evolving Web3 landscape with confidence.