Man Who Previously Allowed Ohio to Pay Taxes in Crypto Just Lost $1.2 Million in Bitcoin Options
Josh Mandel’s Bitcoin Options Losses Former Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel, once seen as a strong advocate for Bitcoin, has revealed that he lost over $1.2 million on call options tied to BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). This financial misstep came after he boldly predicted that Bitcoin would hit $444,000 by November 8, a forecast that, […]
Acting CFTC chair verifies efforts to initiate leveraged spot crypto trading on regulated exchanges
Regulators Discuss Spot Trading in Cryptocurrencies Caroline Pham, the acting chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has confirmed that the agency is in talks with regulated exchanges to potentially start spot trading in cryptocurrencies soon. This could include leveraged offerings as early as next month. Responding to a CoinDesk article published on Sunday, […]
Crypto Prepares for Price Surge as Trump Unexpectedly Boosts Bitcoin
Bitcoin Prices Surge Amid Stimulus News After a significant drop of 20% from its peak, bringing it down to under $100,000, Bitcoin has recently experienced a notable rebound—largely attributed to JPMorgan’s substantial investment in the cryptocurrency. Even with recent volatility, Bitcoin’s value has climbed back to approximately $105,000. This upswing raises concerns about potential impacts […]
Crypto creator granted clemency by Trump insists there is no link to Trump family.
Binance Founder Reacts to Trump’s Pardon The founder of Binance, the largest cryptocurrency exchange globally, expressed surprise about President Donald Trump’s recent pardon during an interview on “Special Report.” Changpeng “CZ” Zhao stated, “We have never met. We’ve never talked.” Zhao had pleaded guilty to money laundering charges in 2023, receiving a four-month prison sentence […]
Bitcoin accounts for almost a third of Jack Dorsey’s Block revenue in Q3, Kazakhstan is set to start a $1 billion crypto reserve, and more.
Bitcoin Still Strong Despite Volatility Happy Friday! Bitcoin continues to trade above $100,000, having navigated a rough patch recently. However, there’s a glimmer of hope as institutional investors are increasingly showing interest and there are signs of accumulation among major holders. Analysts suggest that this indicates a quiet resurgence of confidence in Bitcoin, the largest […]
Bitcoin Bears Anticipate Greater Risks Following $300 Billion Crypto Selloff
(Bloomberg) — Bitcoin appears poised for its most challenging week since early March, and there doesn’t seem to be much enthusiasm among investors to step in and buy the dip. This follows a downturn that has caused a staggering $300 billion loss in the digital asset market. The cryptocurrency has dropped 6.2% this week, dipping […]
ETH price decline to $3K prepares for $7B short squeeze if crypto market recovery continues
Ether Price Falls and Market Trends Ether dropped to $3,055, leading to $1.3 billion lost in long-term liquidations across various exchanges. There’s currently a short position exceeding $7 billion around the $4,000 mark, indicating potential for a rapid decline. A hidden bullish divergence hints at a possible bottom forming near $3,000. On Tuesday, Ether (ETH) […]
Bitcoin Experts Discuss If the Crypto Bull Market Has Ended or If This Time Is Unique
Yesterday, Bitcoin briefly dipped below $100,000 for the first time since June, and this has raised questions among analysts about the current state of the crypto bull market. The 4-year market cycle associated with Bitcoin’s halving, which cuts the amount of new Bitcoin issued in half, makes this concern even more salient. Some, like Samson […]
Returning to Foundations: The Resurgence of Privacy in Crypto
By late 2025, a surprising turn of events took place: privacy coins began to lead the cryptocurrency market while other coins were experiencing shifts due to ETF capital and broader economic trends. Zcash’s notable comeback, driven by wallets prioritizing privacy and a notable edge over its competitor Monero, hints at a return to the early […]
Bitcoin retail investors feeling extreme pressure, according to Bitwise CIO, but a crypto downturn is not on the horizon.
Crypto Market Update Bitcoin has recently dropped below $100,000, marking its lowest point since June, which has sparked worries about a potential new crypto winter. This period often occurs when the market sees a significant downturn in digital currency prices over a short time. Despite these concerns, Matt Hogan, chief investment officer at Bitwise, expresses […]