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While the Sino-American trade war seemed frozen in an endless game of retaliation, an unexpected gesture has rekindled hope: Beijing agrees to official talks with Washington. A first in months. This meeting, much more than a simple diplomatic exchange, crystallizes the deep tensions shaking global trade and the economy of the two giants.

The Pectra upgrade, activated on May 7, was supposed to mark a turning point for Ethereum. On paper, it combines two major projects — Prague and Electra — to improve the execution layer and the consensus, respectively. A cleaner architecture, enhanced modularity, promising prospects... and yet, the crypto market remains unresponsive. Why?

As anticipated by the majority of analysts, the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) has just kept its key interest rates in the range of 4.25-4.50% following today’s meeting. This decision comes in a context of increasing economic uncertainty and persistent political pressures.

Crypto: despite 59% losses, Shiba Inu retains 78% of loyal holders. In this article, discover why.

A few years ago, the idea would have made people smile. Today, it has become law. New Hampshire has just become the very first American state to establish a strategic reserve... in bitcoin. Yes, you read that right. Crypto is no longer just in the wallets of geeks or sleepless traders; it is officially entering public accounts.

While Barcelona digests its defeat, Inter is scoring double: victory on the field, explosion in the crypto market. Sommer stops the goals, the tokens soar. Who can do better?

"A few hours before a key decision from the Federal Reserve, traditional markets freeze. In contrast, the crypto market comes to life. While Wall Street holds its breath, Bitcoin traders intensify their long positions, betting on a favorable scenario. This agitation goes beyond mere technical betting. It reflects an offensive strategy in a context of monetary uncertainty. As the Fed prepares to decide on its rates, the crypto market seems to have already taken its position, ready to capitalize on the slightest shift in economic discourse."

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), founder of Binance, has launched a bold proposal aimed at significantly reducing gas fees on the BNB chain. This initiative could cut costs by three to ten times, positioning BNB Chain as a formidable competitor against Solana and Ethereum in the battle of layer one blockchains.

XRP consolidates after a significant increase. Find our complete analysis and current technical outlook.

With the rapid advancements in quantum computing, the threat to traditional crypto systems is now an undeniable reality. The so-called "Q-Day"—the day when quantum computers become powerful enough to break current cryptographic systems—is no longer a distant possibility. For the crypto world, this moment represents an existential threat. How can we prepare for this looming danger? The answer: Naoris Protocol, a cutting-edge solution designed to secure blockchain and Web3 technologies against the post-quantum future.

Bitwise Investment Company has just filed an S-1 form with the SEC to launch a spot ETF linked to the NEAR Protocol, currently the 33rd cryptocurrency by market capitalization. This decision follows a preliminary administrative filing made in April in the state of Delaware, indicating that this launch was already in preparation.

Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer, Stuart Alderoty, has criticized Elizabeth Warren, a United States Senator representing Massachusetts, for opposing key legislation aimed at regulating stablecoins in the United States.

Alex Mashinsky, the long-revered — then reviled — face of Celsius, is back in the spotlight, but this time not for his rhetoric on financial freedom. The former CEO appears as the accused, denouncing a U.S. justice system that he finds too harsh. While the Department of Justice is seeking a 20-year sentence, the 59-year-old cries out against the excess: for him, this punishment would amount to a "death sentence in prison."

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While several economic powers consider integrating bitcoin into their reserves, the United Kingdom opts for a strategic break. No national reserve in crypto will come to fruition, the Treasury confirmed at the FT Digital Asset Summit in London. This decision sharply contrasts with the offensive approach of the United States under the Trump administration. What does this choice reveal about the British crypto vision? And what will be the implications for London’s position in the global digital ecosystem?

As the crypto ecosystem evolves amidst regulatory uncertainties and hopes for recovery, Standard Chartered surprises with an ambitious projection: BNB could rise to $2,775 by the end of 2028. This estimate, presented by Geoff Kendrick, the bank's head of crypto research, is based on a strong correlation with the performance of Bitcoin and Ether since 2021. As investors look for signs of a new bullish phase, this institutional stance revitalizes Binance's crypto.

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has recently integrated the Bitcoin public key into the scope of the GDPR, turning every transaction into a legal issue. While not formally banning cryptocurrency, this approach creates a difficult gray area to navigate.

A troubling change in philosophy is at work among the Bitcoin Core developers who are turning a deaf ear to consensus.

Bitcoin recently experienced a slight decline, dropping by 4.3% in three days after flirting with $97,900. However, this pullback has not dampened analysts' optimism, who believe that these three indicators could propel BTC.

Tron is making a strong comeback in the stablecoin race. With a new injection of 1 billion USDT by Tether, the network is dangerously close to Ethereum, the current leader. This rebound marks a key milestone in the blockchain war to dominate the stablecoin market in cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin takes a pause after a bullish surge: find our comprehensive analysis and the current technical outlook for BTC.

While the Core allows OP_RETURN to gain traction, Bent is choking, Mow is sulking, and even the bcashers are worried: Is Bitcoin eating its own decentralization?

2025 marks a turning point for Real-World Assets (RWA) in decentralized finance. Long regarded as the missing link between the real economy and Web3, RWAs are finally gaining momentum thanks to blockchain infrastructures designed for the concrete use cases of trade financing. Among the pioneers of this convergence are Credefi and XDC Network, who are announcing a strategic alliance to democratize access to tokenized credit for European SMEs, with real guarantees, stable returns, and end-to-end regulatory compliance.

As the crypto market begins a slight pullback early this week, bitcoin is recording a moderate decrease to $94,132. A technical correction that comes after a spike close to $98,000 last Friday. Should we see this as a simple temporary slowdown or a deeper warning signal?

As Bitcoin flirts with $94,500, one surprising statistic stands out: 88% of the supply is in profit. A statistic that should make holders smile... with one caveat. Those who bought between $95,000 and $100,000? They are not laughing. This segment, tiny yet symbolic, now concentrates the majority of the losses. But what does this market anomaly really indicate? More than just a simple numeric reading, it is an X-ray of investor psychology.

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European markets began the week without a clear direction, caught between two major uncertainties: the upcoming decisions of central banks and fears of a global trade tightening. On Monday, May 5, the main financial markets show clear caution, illustrated by slightly declining indices and low trading volumes. Indeed, investors are anxiously awaiting the next announcements from the Fed and the Bank of England, in an environment where every monetary or diplomatic signal can shift the trend.