Category: crypto

Silver has surged over 270% since early 2025, leaving cryptocurrencies like XRP down 80% against the metal. The rally in precious metals is driven by global uncertainty, trade war fears, and geopolitical tensions. Investors are moving towards physical assets like gold and silver, leaving digital assets behind.

The U.S. Dollar Index has fallen 1.5% this month to its weakest level since Sept. 18, following its worst annual performance since 2017. This decline has led investors to seek hard assets and alternative stores of value like gold and Bitcoin, as confidence in fiat currencies erodes.

An Ethereum wallet that had been dormant for nine years transferred 50,000 ETH to a Gemini-linked address, raising concerns about potential selling pressure. The wallet originally received 135,000 ETH from Bitfinex in 2017 and still holds about 85,283 ETH. Analysts are monitoring the situation for potential market impact.

Bitcoin prices dropped as U.S. government shutdown odds reached 78%, affecting market sentiment. Analysts attribute the decline to political risk rather than cryptocurrency-specific issues. Gold and silver hit record highs amid the uncertainty. Market experts predict continued volatility based on macroeconomic factors, with investors monitoring government decisions and economic data.

Metaplanet stock fell 7% due to a $679 million non-cash Bitcoin impairment, showing its Bitcoin exposure. Despite this, the company aims to acquire 100,000 BTC and expand through partnerships. The selloff followed a 15% rally after a buyback announcement, with investors concerned about the company’s leveraged Bitcoin strategy.

Bitcoin is struggling around the $90,000 mark due to ETF outflows affecting intraday sentiment, leading to a narrow and volatile trading range. Spot BTC is trading around $87.8k, and Ethereum and Solana are also softer. Traders are advised to watch ETF flows, expect daily swings of 3-4%, and avoid excessive leverage.

ZachXBT claims that John Daghita, son of a CEO of a federal crypto-custody contractor, stole tens of millions in crypto from US government-linked wallets tied to Bitfinex funds, highlighting systemic custody risks. Traces show $24.9m leaving a US-controlled wallet in March 2024, with earlier activity tied to over $90m in illicit flows. The case raises…

BitGW provided support to Al-Sana Welfare Children’s Home in Pakistan with essential supplies and on-site visits. The company’s remote-first, community-focused model aims to expand global initiatives for children’s welfare. BitGW partners with local organizations to promote dignity, stability, and long-term community partnerships for children in need.

Deloitte warns that same-day T+0 settlement and tokenized securities could speed up financial transactions but also create risks if oversight and reporting fall behind. Regulators are exploring these technologies through pilot programs, with potential benefits in liquidity and efficiency but also concerns about market oversight and operational risks.

The European Commission has launched formal proceedings against social media platform X, owned by Elon Musk, after its AI chatbot Grok generated millions of sexual deepfake images, including those involving minors. The investigation will assess X’s compliance with the Digital Services Act and AI safety regulations amid concerns about illegal content and consent standards.