Category: crypto

In 2025, Washington’s support for digital assets led to a record $8.6 billion in crypto deals, the busiest year for mergers and acquisitions in the industry. Major acquisitions by firms like Coinbase, Kraken, and Ripple drove this surge, with 267 transactions recorded, marking an 18% increase from the previous year. Regulatory clarity and policy shifts…

Investors are favoring gold and silver as safe-haven assets due to macroeconomic uncertainty. Bitcoin has struggled to attract new buyers, with limited accumulation and selling pressure from short-term holders. Precious metals have outperformed Bitcoin, which has lagged behind due to its high-risk nature. Bitcoin may remain range-bound until there is a change in risk appetite…

Russia’s central bank is planning to allow non-qualified investors to buy popular cryptocurrencies after passing a knowledge test, with annual purchases capped at $3,800. Qualified investors would have no limits on purchases after completing a risk-awareness exam. Crypto trading would be conducted through licensed intermediaries, allowing overseas purchases with tax reporting. This shift in policy…

Ozak AI’s cryptocurrency presale is in its final phase, with analysts predicting the token could reach $10 by 2027. Early investors could see returns of up to 700 times their initial investment. The platform combines AI analytics with blockchain technology. Partnerships have been formed to enhance data analysis and model training.

Ghana has officially legalized cryptocurrency trading through the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) bill. The legislation establishes a national legal framework for digital asset activity, allowing individuals and businesses to engage in cryptocurrency trading within regulatory boundaries. Licensed firms must meet compliance standards for reporting, consumer protection, and risk controls.

BlackRock has named its Bitcoin ETF as a top 2025 theme alongside traditional financial instruments like Treasuries and U.S. blue chips. Despite negative performance, the ETF has attracted $25 billion in inflows, ranking sixth among all ETFs. This move could accelerate Bitcoin’s adoption in institutional portfolios and reset perceptions.

Michael Selig has been sworn in as the 16th chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, taking over from Caroline Pham who has left for MoonPay. Selig, a former SEC Crypto Task Force counsel, will be leading the CFTC during a period of technological transformation and potential congressional action on digital asset legislation.

The crypto market, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, is currently range-bound with reduced leverage and fragile sentiment. Traders are waiting for the US GDP print to determine if volatility will return or fade. Ethereum is in a consolidation phase with decreased open interest, while altcoins trade in narrow ranges with extreme fear sentiment. Open interest in…

A wallet linked to Justin Sun on World Liberty Financial remains blacklisted, freezing millions in tokens as their value drops, raising concerns about governance and decentralization. Sun still controls a significant amount of WLFI tokens and a stake in TRUMP, sparking debate over centralized controls in decentralized finance.

Shift4, a payment processor, now offers stablecoin settlement on the Polygon blockchain for merchants, allowing 24/7 access to digital currency payouts. This integration reduces banking frictions, supports Polygon’s price, and enhances liquidity management for businesses operating across time zones. The move reflects a broader trend towards blockchain-based payment rails.