After a period of relative stability, Bitcoin awoke with a bang, crossing the $64,000 mark and triggering a wave of liquidations in its wake. This sudden movement hit traders who had bet on a market decline hard, causing short position liquidations exceeding $100 million. For many observers, this unexpected rise…
The era of secure cryptography may well be living its last days. Chinese researchers, using the capabilities of a quantum computer produced by D-Wave Systems, have recently reached a milestone: for the first time, a quantum computer has concretely threatened current encryption systems. Could the global crypto-system be shaken on…
When Bitcoin rises, traders tremble: the golden beast ascends, but the shadow of the bears is never far away.
Craig Wright, the self-proclaimed Satoshi Nakamoto, is intensifying his legal battle against the Bitcoin ecosystem. Despite a crushing defeat in British courts, Wright is launching a new showdown against the developers of Bitcoin Core, demanding an astronomical sum exceeding one trillion for the alleged unauthorized use of the $BTC ticker.
October starts on a lukewarm note for bitcoin, which, at $63,110, struggles to initiate the much-anticipated “Uptober” rally. Yet, despite this calm, bullish prospects are not lacking. Indeed, macroeconomic factors and market trends suggest that bitcoin could hold surprises for investors this month. Let’s explore the five reasons why October…
Hedge funds, these major players in traditional finance, are now turning their gaze to a market once deemed too volatile: cryptocurrencies. According to a recent report by the Alternative Investment Management Association and PwC, nearly 47% of hedge funds that usually trade on traditional markets now hold digital assets. This…
Since 2020, Michael Saylor, founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, has transformed his company into a Bitcoin pioneer, accumulating more than 252,000 BTC. Now, he sees an even bigger opportunity. During a recent presentation to Bernstein analysts, Saylor unveiled his ultimate project: turning MicroStrategy into a “Bitcoin bank” worth a…
Innovations in artificial intelligence continue to astonish, but not all serve noble intentions. This October, the cybersecurity company Cato Networks reveals an AI tool named ProKYC, designed to bypass KYC (Know Your Customer) security measures in cryptocurrency exchanges. This tool opens the door to new forms of fraud, at the…
As inflation runs rampant, USDT trots in as a savior! Tether, proud of its stablecoin, is preparing a tribute film.
Arm wrestling between the SEC and crypto companies seems endless. Today, Ripple’s XRP once again finds itself at the heart of hostilities. Bitnomial, a Chicago-based cryptocurrency exchange, accuses the SEC of overextending its jurisdiction by requiring increased compliance for its XRP futures contracts. This case reignites tensions around XRP’s status…
Here is a budget! Barnier sizes, cuts, siphons... and the French grumble louder than ever.
The crypto market is going through a turbulent period. Bitcoin is teetering below the $61,000 mark, sowing panic among individual investors. However, far from being intimidated, giants like BlackRock and Metaplanet are showing opportunism. Taking advantage of this decline, they are strengthening their positions and once again highlighting their confidence…
Despite monthly revenues of 300 million, the AI company OpenAI faces massive losses until 2029. Here are the reasons!
The announcement of the nominees for the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has sent shockwaves: Julian Assange, the controversial founder of WikiLeaks, is among the favorites. His atypical journey, combining investigative journalism and Bitcoin, could very well appeal to the Norwegian committee.
Inflation down in the United States? Yes, but be careful: between hurricanes, strikes, and unemployment, the economy has not said its last word!
The Mt. Gox exchange platform, a victim of a historic hack in 2014, has just announced a one-year extension of the deadline for reimbursing its creditors. This surprise announcement shakes the market: on one hand, it alleviates fears of a massive Bitcoin sell-off, while on the other, it rekindles anxiety among the victims. Will the creditors ever see their money again?
drop in price below the symbolic level of 50,000 dollars. This worrying outlook can be explained by evolving liquidity conditions and concerning technical signals.
The future of Western aid to Ukraine is currently hanging in the balance, faced with a series of uncertainties. On one hand, the Kiel Institute, a well-known German research institute, warns of a potential drastic reduction in financial support should Donald Trump return to the White House in 2025. On…
Solana crypto is once again attracting attention. Over the past week, it has recorded a growth of 11%, thus outperforming its direct competitors, Arbitrum and Avalanche. Behind this performance is a strong increase in development activity on the platform, propelling Solana to the forefront of blockchain innovation. But why such…
The Shiba Inu is going through a tumultuous period, far from the past euphoria of meme coins. While its price struggles to break out of a narrow range, the activity of Shibarium, its layer 2 network, is dangerously waning. The crypto sector is, by nature, dynamic and volatile, but this…
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao recently expressed his "serious concerns" to his American counterpart Gina Raimondo, amid rising tensions that threaten the world's economic balance.
Asian financial markets are plunging, and this shockwave is resonating far beyond the Pacific, reaching European and American stock exchanges. While China delays deploying sufficient stimulus measures, Wall Street is trying to recover, supported by the tech sector. But for how long? The global stock market is going through a…
The crypto market is preparing for a period of turbulence, with an imminent influx of tokens that could trigger significant selling pressure. Investors should remain vigilant in light of potential price fluctuations. This situation could influence their short-term investment strategies. Token Unlocking: A Warning Sign The token unlocks scheduled for…
The identity of Satoshi Nakamoto intrigues the world. This anonymous creator of Bitcoin, revolutionary in his time, is at the center of many speculations, but no one has ever been able to lift the veil on his identity… until today. HBO, with its documentary Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery, has…
The neutral fear and greed index? An opportunity for those who prefer smart buying over depressing plunges!
The tech company MicroStrategy, known for its massive investments in Bitcoin, has just achieved an exceptional stock performance. According to a recent report, its stock recorded a staggering gain of 1,208% since 2020, far surpassing Bitcoin's rise of 445% during the same period.
The bitcoin market is currently experiencing a rather striking trend: bitcoin reserves on exchange platforms are at historically low levels. While the #1 cryptocurrency by market capitalization hovers around $62,300, Bitcoin reserves are dwindling, fueling speculation about the potential consequences of this development for the entire sector. Could this massive…
The decision of the U.S. Supreme Court has just shaken the world of crypto. By dismissing the controversial case of Battle Born Investments, which claimed ownership of 69,370 Bitcoins seized on Silk Road, the highest court in the United States has opened the door to a possible massive liquidation by…
Bitcoin continues to attract large companies, and Metaplanet is no exception. This Japanese investment firm, which is multiplying strategic acquisitions, has just announced a new purchase of 108.78 bitcoins for a total amount of 1 billion yen (approximately 6.1 million euros). This investment places Metaplanet among the world’s most influential…
Bitcoin stumbles, POPCAT laughs: a supercycle of memecoins may indeed be about to hit us.