Crypto Payments Firm MoonPay Set For $5 Billion Valuation With NYSE Owner’s Backing

Crypto payment platform MoonPay is poised to receive a significant fundraising boost as recent reports suggest that Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the owner of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), is exploring an investment in the company.  According to a Bloomberg report, which cited sources familiar with the discussions, MoonPay is close to finalizing this fundraising… Continue reading Crypto Payments Firm MoonPay Set For $5 Billion Valuation With NYSE Owner’s Backing

Bitcoin Mirrors Q1 2025 Playbook, Is It Headed To $70,000 Before Year’s End?

As the market volatility continues, Bitcoin (BTC) has failed to hold its short-lived momentum and reclaim a key resistance level for the second time this week. Some market watchers have affirmed that the flagship crypto may continue to have a disappointing end-of-year rally and potentially reach new lows before the pain is over. New Lows… Continue reading Bitcoin Mirrors Q1 2025 Playbook, Is It Headed To $70,000 Before Year’s End?

Federal Reserve Revamps Bank Crypto Rules, Opening New Channels for Digital Asset Trading

The U.S. Federal Reserve has taken a notable step in reshaping how banks under its supervision can engage with crypto, reversing guidance introduced in 2023 that had sharply limited such activities. The decision reflects a broader reassessment inside the central bank about how regulation should adapt to financial innovation, especially as digital assets continue to… Continue reading Federal Reserve Revamps Bank Crypto Rules, Opening New Channels for Digital Asset Trading

Optimism Grows In Crypto Market Structure Bill After Wednesday’s Senate Banking Meeting

On Wednesday, a bipartisan meeting of the Senate Banking Committee, led by Senator Tim Scott, offered a cautiously optimistic outlook for discussions surrounding the anticipated crypto market structure bill.  Despite the absence of any markup hearings scheduled for this week, industry representatives and senators engaged in what many considered a productive dialogue regarding the evolving… Continue reading Optimism Grows In Crypto Market Structure Bill After Wednesday’s Senate Banking Meeting

Did Crypto Investors Stop Believing In The Four-Year Cycle? Analyst Weighs In

With only two weeks left of 2025, market participants wonder whether the Bitcoin (BTC) and the rest of the crypto market will continue to struggle or begin recovering. An analyst discussed the current market sentiment and the impact it may have on market performance. The Four-Year Crypto Cycle Is ‘Like Faith In God’ As we… Continue reading Did Crypto Investors Stop Believing In The Four-Year Cycle? Analyst Weighs In

Bitwise’s 2026 Crypto Forecast: Bitcoin, Ethereum, And Solana Poised For New Record Highs

In its latest report, asset manager and exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuer, Bitwise, has shared an optimistic 2026 outlook for the crypto market, anticipating significant growth, while predicting new all-time highs for Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL). Megatrends In Crypto?  Bitwise begins by asserting that Bitcoin is poised to break free from its traditional… Continue reading Bitwise’s 2026 Crypto Forecast: Bitcoin, Ethereum, And Solana Poised For New Record Highs

Russia Draws Firm Line on Digital Assets, Keeping Crypto Out of Domestic Payments

Russia has reiterated its firm stance on crypto, drawing a clear distinction between digital assets and traditional currency. While global debate continues over whether crypto can coexist with national currencies, Russian lawmakers are reinforcing a long-held view. Inside the country, payments remain the sole domain of the ruble. The position comes as crypto usage grows… Continue reading Russia Draws Firm Line on Digital Assets, Keeping Crypto Out of Domestic Payments

Why Ethereum Is Chosen As A Settlement Layer For New Money Market Fund

In a significant milestone for the evolution of on-chain finance, a new money market fund has selected Ethereum as its primary settlement layer toward blockchain-native infrastructure for traditional financial products. This decision reflects growing confidence in ETH security, scalability, ecosystem maturity, and qualities that institutional investors and asset managers increasingly demand when moving regulated financial… Continue reading Why Ethereum Is Chosen As A Settlement Layer For New Money Market Fund

SEC Wraps Up Investigation Into Aave Protocol, Confirms CEO Stani Kulechov

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has officially concluded its investigation into the decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol Aave (AAVE), marking a significant development in the ongoing evolution of regulatory approaches within the cryptocurrency industry.  Stani Kulechov, the founder and CEO of the Aave protocol, confirmed the end of the four-year investigation in a post… Continue reading SEC Wraps Up Investigation Into Aave Protocol, Confirms CEO Stani Kulechov

XRP Price Must Defend This Level To Avoid 50% Breakdown, Analyst Warns

As the crypto market recovers from the latest pullback, XRP is attempting to climb up from its recent lows. Some analysts have suggested that the cryptocurrency must defend its current levels or risk a 50% drop to levels not seen since 2024. XRP At Make-Or-Break Level Amid the start-of-week market correction, XRP recorded a 6%… Continue reading XRP Price Must Defend This Level To Avoid 50% Breakdown, Analyst Warns