Category: crypto

Robert Schmitt, Founder of Cork Protocol, discusses how crypto treasury strategy companies aim to amplify returns by strategically accumulating and managing digital assets. These companies use various financial tools such as stock issuance, debt, and staking to increase crypto holdings per share. However, the leverage involved poses risks, especially in downturns. The content discusses the…

Gold prices are surging due to a combination of factors such as a cooling labor market in the U.S., expectations of rate cuts, geopolitical jitters, and central banks diversifying away from the dollar. El Salvador recently bought $50 million worth of gold, sparking debate among the Bitcoin community about the value of gold versus Bitcoin…

Bitcoin influencer Crypto Tea raised the question of why a massive $2 billion sell-off can crash the BTC price, but relentless buying pressure of over $80 billion from Saylor and ETFs doesn’t send it to the moon. The difference lies in the pace, execution, and market structure, with sudden trades causing crashes and algo buying…

Eneko Knörr, CEO of Stabolut, warns that the EU’s MiCA regulation is hindering euro innovation and strengthening the dominance of the US dollar in the digital economy. Euro stablecoins struggle while dollar-denominated stablecoins thrive. He suggests Europe should uncapped euro stablecoins, establish fast-track licensing, and cancel the Digital Euro project to compete globally.

AI is evolving into autonomous agents capable of handling complex workflows independently, including making financial decisions. To truly scale and thrive, AI systems need access to digital money that is immediate, scalable, and secure, such as Bitcoin. Open rails, stablecoins, and the Lightning Network are key components in creating an AI-ready payment stack. However, challenges…

The Nasdaq’s market cap has reached unprecedented levels, surpassing previous records and raising concerns of a potential bubble. The surge in value, fueled by tech giants, has led to a disconnect between market valuations and real-world cash or credit growth. This imbalance could result in sharp corrections and increased volatility, with implications for both traditional…

Bitcoin’s journey from skepticism to mainstream acceptance is evident as influential figures like Jamie Dimon and Donald Trump have changed their tune on the cryptocurrency. Even governments now hold Bitcoin in their strategic reserves, reflecting a shift towards recognizing its significance and inevitability. Eventually, everyone understands Bitcoin.

Michael Saylor’s company, Strategy, was not included in the S&P 500 despite meeting all criteria, while Robinhood was unexpectedly added. The selection process is discretionary and secretive, run by a ‘secret committee’ within S&P. Strategy’s exclusion has sparked frustration and highlighted the active curation of the index.

Ethena’s ENA token surged over 12% after StablecoinX Inc. raised $530 million, increasing its ENA holdings significantly. StablecoinX has raised a total of $895 million through private investment, positioning itself as a major player in Ethena’s ecosystem. They will use the funds for a buyback program to support ENA’s price.

The August jobs report shows weaker employment stats, confirming softness in the labor market. This could lead to a rate cut by the Federal Reserve, making borrowing cheaper and encouraging risk-taking and asset speculation, benefiting crypto prices. The odds of a September rate cut are now at 97.4%. Seasonality also suggests a potential rally in…