The sudden drop in bitcoin and Ethereum triggered a series of historic liquidations on Coinbase, exposing a major vulnerability in crypto lending. Within hours, millions of dollars in collateralized loans were wiped out, revealing the limits of a system designed to withstand shocks. This new episode of tension, far from anecdotal, calls into question the robustness of financing mechanisms backed by cryptos.
Ethereum has just lost 40% of its value, but Tom Lee sees a rare opportunity in it. Between historical parallels and technological potential, this drop could well mark the beginning of a spectacular rebound. Should you seize the opportunity or stay cautious?
While Bitcoin collapses below $65,000, Binance surprises the market by investing $233 million in 3,600 BTC. A bold decision that divides experts: some see it as a strong signal of confidence, while others believe the disappearance of Bitcoin would make the world better. Between opportunity and risk, how should investors react?
The crypto market has sharply declined. In a few hours, major assets lost several months of gains, bringing bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana back to forgotten levels. After the 2025 momentum, investors hoped for consolidation. Instead, a wave of panic took over. More than 2 billion dollars were liquidated, revealing an atmosphere of extreme fear. The entire ecosystem is affected, from tokens to listed stocks, indiscriminately.
Tether claims a valuation of 500 billion dollars, but investors remain skeptical. Between reduced fundraising, announced profits, and regulatory challenges, the company divides opinion. Dive behind the scenes of a stablecoin that defies the market and questions the future of crypto.
In 2026, family offices massively bet on AI, leaving crypto behind. With 89% of them having no exposure to digital assets, the gap widens. Why such an imbalance? What are the risks and opportunities for investors?
While the market digests a wave of massive liquidations, bitcoin and Ethereum register an unexpected rebound. In a still tense climate, this recovery intrigues as much as it divides. The contrast between extreme volatility and price increase reignites debates about the market's real solidity. After a week marked by instability, signals are blurred and positions are opposed.
The official figures of American inflation are directly opposed to those of alternative indicators. While the Fed is cautious about a possible monetary pivot, independent data suggest that real inflation would already be well below the 2% mark. This discrepancy raises doubts about the relevance of the tools used by the authorities and could disrupt market expectations, especially in the crypto ecosystem, where every macroeconomic signal is closely scrutinized.
For the first time, the United States targets crypto platforms linked to Iran, triggering a shockwave in the markets and a geopolitical escalation. Bitcoin free fall, Middle East tensions, and tightened regulation: what are the risks for investors and global stability?
BitMine Immersion Technologies falters under the weight of an unprecedented collapse: more than 6 billion dollars of latent losses on its Ether treasury. This rout, amid massive selling and prolonged crypto market decline, raises questions about the strength of institutional strategies. Between excessive concentration, illiquidity, and heightened volatility, this situation exposes the limits of the system facing extreme volumes. The shock is technical, but the consequences could be systemic.
In just five days, crypto ETFs suffered massive withdrawals totaling $1.82 billion. This hemorrhage, occurring in the context of a widespread crypto downturn, raises questions about the future of institutional investments. Why are funds fleeing? What possible scenarios lie ahead in the coming months?
October 2025 marked crypto history with a historic crash and the mysterious depeg of the USDe stablecoin on Binance. Changpeng Zhao (CZ) rejects all responsibility, but technical evidence and expert criticism suggest another reality.
While the crypto market is stagnating and prices struggle to bounce back, a subtle signal draws observers' attention: XRP whales are back. According to Santiment's on-chain data, the number of wallets holding more than one million tokens is rising sharply, despite a falling price. This surge in activity, flying under the radar, could mark a turning point in the token's dynamics, as analysts scrutinize signs of a new cycle.
The crypto market is going through a period of uncertainty where indecision reigns. For several weeks, investors have been operating in an atmosphere of distrust fueled by a Fear & Greed index stuck in an extreme fear zone. Prices are stagnant, volumes are eroding, and no clear signal manages to revive confidence. This emotional inertia, coupled with a lack of technical direction, reflects a latent tension that weighs heavily on market dynamics. Doubt is settling permanently within the ecosystem.
Solana sees its validators disappear at an alarming rate, 68% of them have thrown in the towel since 2023. Behind this hemorrhage lies a crucial dilemma: how to reconcile performance and decentralization when costs crush small operators? Between transaction records and growing centralization, the crypto network is betraying its promises.
While gold smashes a new record above $5,300 per ounce, bitcoin stalls below $90,000. This stark contrast between two assets often described as safe havens raises questions. Why is the precious metal attracting massive capital while the leading crypto is stuck? In a tense economic context, this gap reveals a shift in investors' perception in the face of uncertainty.
Gold has just crossed 5,311 dollars an ounce, sparking a race to the safe haven. Facing this historic high, two crypto giants adopt opposite strategies. Tether bets on physical gold, Coinbase on derivatives. This divergence is no coincidence. It reveals two visions of the financial future: grounded in the tangible for one, focused on markets for the other. Such a strategic turning point could redefine the balance of power in the crypto ecosystem.
October is often awaited as the flagship month for bitcoin, but recent data challenges this myth. According to quantitative analyst Timothy Peterson, February would actually offer more reliable performance, supported by solid statistics and repetitive market patterns. While January ends on an uncertain note, a new seasonal signal could emerge. What if the real "Uptober" now falls in February? This shift could well redefine crypto investment strategies this year.
In a world where payments are becoming economic weapons, the ECB is accelerating the deployment of the Digital Euro. Piero Cipollone makes it a strategic priority to secure European transactions against sanctions and cyber threats. This ambitious project could redefine the continent's financial sovereignty. Is Europe ready to take up the challenge?
Bitcoin has extended its decline following a sharp market shock in October, while traditional safe-haven assets continue to climb. Data from on-chain analytics and price movements suggest investors are withdrawing funds from crypto and shifting toward assets seen as more stable during periods of uncertainty. A falling stablecoin supply has added to concerns that a broader market recovery may take longer to materialize.
While bitcoin seemed to be initiating a rebound at the beginning of this year, the momentum suddenly froze. Around 88,000 dollars, the asset struggles to convince, held back by a climate of political and monetary uncertainty. Institutional investors are easing off, cooled by tensions in Washington and the Fed's wait-and-see approach. While some indicators reveal a continued upward trend, signals from the derivatives markets tell another story: that of a market that doubts, observes, and waits.
A new academic paper warns that influence campaigns powered by autonomous AI agents may soon become far harder to detect and stop. Instead of obvious bot networks, future operations could rely on systems that behave like real users and adjust their actions over time. Researchers say this shift poses serious risks to public debate and platform governance.
The specter of a shutdown looms again over Washington, and this time, the alert comes from predictive markets. On Polymarket, bets on a closure of the US government are exploding, revealing growing distrust in the political deadlock. As Democrats and Republicans clash over the budget, signals multiply: the deadlock seems near.
UBS Group AG is preparing a move that could bring crypto investing into its private banking business. Plans are taking shape to give selected high-net-worth clients access to digital assets, marking a shift in how the Swiss bank approaches the sector. The effort reflects growing client demand, ongoing regulatory review, and UBS’s wider push into blockchain-based finance.
At Davos 2026, AI establishes itself as the new playground for private equity giants. OpenAI and Anthropic show record valuations, fueled by investors' FOMO. But could this frenzy overshadow interest in crypto and bitcoin?
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The boundary between traditional banks and crypto could soon disappear. In Davos, David Sacks, White House crypto advisor, stated that these two worlds will soon form just one. Indeed, the CLARITY Act, a decisive bill for the future of the sector in the United States, is at stake. Behind the debates on stablecoin yields, a complete reconfiguration of the financial industry is emerging amid political tensions, power struggles, and strategic ambitions.
At Davos 2026, Scott Bessent reaffirms Trump’s Bitcoin vision: a strategic reserve to assert American crypto leadership. But behind this reaffirmation, doubt persists. Is it a show of strength or an admission of a lack of real progress in crypto innovation?
Crypto funds attract capital again. With more than $2 billion injected in one week, the sector records an unprecedented influx, dominated by bitcoin-backed products. While traditional markets falter, institutional investors redirect their strategy towards cryptos. This renewed interest propels crypto ETPs to the forefront, acting as a strong recovery signal and a tactical repositioning amid economic uncertainties.
While the crypto ecosystem oscillates between uncertainty and consolidation, Solana attracts an unexpected wave of users. In the space of 24 hours, more than 8.9 million new addresses were created on the network, a record that reignites attention on this blockchain known for its speed and efficiency. Behind this sudden enthusiasm lies a more nuanced reality, where the enthusiasm of newcomers clashes with fragile technical signals.