While Google drowns AI in a rain of dollars, a small Chinese genius tinkers in his garage and shakes Silicon Valley. Butterfly effect or storm to come?
The crypto market is going through a turbulent period, and altcoins seem far from reaching their December highs. According to analyst Matthew Hyland, it will likely take until April, or even longer, to see a full recovery.
Ethereum: 52% of validators approve an increase in the gas limit! Reduction of fees or a threat to the network's security? Analysis.
Shares of gold mining companies surged on Wednesday, February 5th, on Wall Street, driven by a new historic record of gold at $2,869.68 per ounce. This spectacular increase comes amid a revived trade war between Washington and Beijing, prompting investors towards safe-haven assets.
Crypto traders are disoriented by a market that no longer reacts according to traditional patterns, despite an apparently favorable context with the pro-crypto initiatives of the U.S. government.
Solana (SOL), one of the leading cryptocurrencies in the market, is currently at a decisive crossroads. After reaching a peak of $220, the price began to decline, breaking through support levels at $215 and $212. Currently, SOL is trading below $205 and the 100-hour simple moving average, indicating persistent bearish pressure. But everything could soon swing!
A new threat looms over the crypto world. According to a recent analysis conducted by Kaspersky, a malware called "SparkCat" integrates into the software development kits (SDKs) used to create applications available on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. This malware is specifically designed to extract recovery phrases of crypto wallets from images stored on users' devices, thus jeopardizing the security of their funds.
Ultra, an innovative gaming platform, aims to become the “Netflix of Gaming” by offering an accessible and integrated gaming experience for Web2 and Web3 games. Their vision is to revolutionize the gaming industry by providing a unique platform that combines ease of use with a rich library of immersive games.
The growing adoption of inscriptions on Bitcoin could push the average block size to 4 megabytes (MB), according to a report published on February 4 by Mempool Research. This significant development occurs in a context where the debate over the use of the Bitcoin network echoes the old "block wars" that divided the community between 2015 and 2017.
On February 4, 2025, David Sacks, recently appointed as the "Czar" of cryptocurrencies and artificial intelligence (AI) by the Trump administration, made a resounding announcement at a historic conference. Before an audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and regulators, he declared the end of the "persecution" of the crypto industry in the United States, a major turning point for the sector.
The Bitcoin network continues to surprise. While analysts expected a slowdown in hashrate after the April 2024 halving, the computing power mobilized by mining companies has just reached a historic record of 833 exahashes per second (EH/s), an increase of 9% in just a few days. This surge in power is explained by the massive investments made by mining companies, which anticipated the reduction in block rewards by strengthening their infrastructure. However, a surprising contrast emerges: despite a price hovering around 100,000 dollars, transaction fees are at historically low levels, which undermines the profitability of mining companies and raises questions about the economic balance of the network.
RWA, once discreet, now flamboyant: +94% in one year, 4 billion in inflows, crypto rejoices. A revived market, a revolution underway, and numbers that are dizzying.
The medical technology company Semler Scientific (NASDAQ: SMLR) continues its aggressive investment strategy in bitcoin with the acquisition of an additional 871 BTC, bringing its total portfolio to 3,192 BTC. This transaction comes as the giant MicroStrategy takes a pause in its acquisitions.
In the grand theater of power, Trump outlines a bold move: perhaps a crypto-friendly sovereign fund. Between a bluff and strategic genius, the suspense remains intact.
As the crypto ecosystem holds its breath, Ethereum is set to make a historic leap. Slated for March 2025, the Pectra update is not just about fixing bugs or tweaking parameters. It is reshaping the very foundations of the network. Vitalik Buterin, an unending visionary, recently unveiled innovations that could transform Ethereum into a scaling machine and a mainstream ecosystem. But behind the technical promises lies a deeper strategy: to make Ethereum the backbone of an accessible Web3. Here's an explanation.
The price of bitcoin has fallen below the $100,000 mark following China's announcement of new tariffs on American imports. This decision, which comes amid increasing trade tensions between the two powers, has caused a shockwave in the markets. Analysts fear a period of heightened volatility if Sino-American negotiations do not progress.
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a new phase of instability, with XRP at the forefront. Within a few hours, its price saw a dramatic drop of 31%, before rebounding with a similar intensity. This extreme movement has created doubt among investors, torn between hope for a recovery and fear of a mere technical bounce. In this context, Bollinger Bands, a key technical indicator, are delivering mixed signals. If XRP manages to stabilize above its median threshold, a new bullish momentum could emerge. Conversely, a return to recent lows remains a credible hypothesis. This extreme volatility puts investors in a decisive position: to hold their positions betting on a recovery or to reduce their exposure to limit risks.
MicroStrategy, known for its massive commitment to bitcoin, surprised the markets by temporarily halting its BTC purchases. According to an announcement from Michael Saylor on February 3, 2025, the company has not acquired any bitcoin for a week already. This pause raises questions... strategy or is BTC just not interesting at the moment?
Shiba Inu is plunging, traders are panicking, and liquidations are pouring in. A crypto tragedy worthy of a soap opera, except this time, it's the wallet that is crying.
The crypto market is experiencing a spectacular rebound following the decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to temporarily suspend the proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico. This announcement comes amid intense negotiations between the United States and its North American neighbors concerning border security and trade.
The crypto market is going through a period of instability, and Solana (SOL) is on the front lines. Since February 1st, the drop of Bitcoin below $100,000 has caused a shockwave across altcoins. Solana, whose price moves in strong correlation with BTC, has seen its price fall below the critical threshold of $200. The impact has not been limited to price declines: investors have massively reduced their exposure, leading to a withdrawal of $367 million from spot markets in three days. This massive liquidation has reversed market sentiment, as evidenced by a long/short ratio dropping to 0.93, confirming seller dominance. While technical indicators signal sustained bearish pressure, a break of current support levels could send Solana to new lows, unless a sudden surge in demand comes to reverse the trend.
As the crypto markets struggle under the shock of Trump’s tariffs, a new player enters the scene: David Sacks, the man who whispers to AI and digital assets. On February 4th, this shadow strategist will unveil Washington’s battle plan to regain control of a space in complete chaos. Between historical…
The crypto market has just experienced an unprecedented financial tsunami. In 24 hours, 2.24 billion dollars evaporated under the blows of trade wars, propelling Ethereum to the forefront of a historic debacle. A massive liquidation, driven by Donald Trump's surprise announcement on customs duties, shattered the records of the FTX crisis and the COVID-19 crash. Behind these dizzying numbers, over 730,000 traders saw their positions turned to ashes. How could a political tweet shake a decentralized ecosystem? Let's dive into the machinery of this debacle.
On February 3, 2025, Bitcoin reached a local low of $91,530 before rebounding to $95,306 later in the day. This decline comes after China, Canada, and Mexico promised severe retaliatory measures in response to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. These measures have rekindled fears of a global trade war, prompting investors to shy away from risky assets, including cryptocurrencies.
Blockchain-based finance is evolving rapidly, providing innovative solutions to democratize access to investments and financing. Among the challenges still present in this ecosystem, the integration of real-world assets (RWA) remains a central issue. The collaboration between Lumia and Credefi aims to address these challenges by combining layer 2 (L2) infrastructure and expertise in RWA-backed loans.
The Crypto Fear and Greed Index has just reached 39, signaling a significant period of uncertainty in the markets. This indicator, ranging from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed), is an essential barometer of market sentiment. A value of 39 suggests some anxiety, but is it a sign of imminent panic or a strategic investment opportunity?
Amid revolutionary announcements, technological developments, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovations and a battleground of regulatory and economic struggles. Here is a summary of the most significant news from the past week surrounding Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.
Bitcoin asserts its dominant position against altcoins. The queen of cryptos sees its market share cross the symbolic threshold of 60% on February 2, while altcoins suffer significant losses following the new trade measures imposed by President Trump.
Donald Trump unveils his radical strategy to counter the monetary ambitions of the BRICS. In response to their proposal for a common currency, he threatens to impose 100% tariffs against any country that adopts it. This tough approach masks secret negotiations that could reshape the global monetary order.
India is currently reassessing its position regarding cryptocurrencies. Ajay Seth, the economic secretary of the Ministry of Finance, stated that India is closely monitoring international developments related to cryptocurrencies. The rise of these digital assets globally is prompting the country to reflect on its regulation and policy regarding crypto.