Author: Vickie Helm

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news editorials. When Bitcoin (BTC) first entered the world, it did so with an air of finality, as if a long-standing intellectual puzzle had been solved. Here, at last, we have a monetary system that appears to be able to function without resorting to trust or authority. Anyone can verify the ledger. Rules have been fixed. Issuance and payment machines operated without regard to borders, institutions, or human discretion. But beneath that victory lies a more subtle omission, one…

It was an eventful day in terms of geopolitical tensions. Bitcoin prices have remained relatively stable over the past 24 hours despite the rapid escalation of the US-Venezuela war front, attacks from President Trump’s country, and the detention of the Venezuelan president. Just a few minutes ago, the president addressed the nation in response to today’s developments and even hinted at potential action against Mexico. BTCUSD January 3rd. Source: TradingView CryptoPotato reported today that the major cryptocurrency has fallen to just under $89,300 from Friday’s high of nearly $91,000 following reports of an explosion in Venezuela’s capital Caracas. Minutes later,…

Yesterday, when we talked about why cryptocurrencies are going to be big this 2026, the price of Bitcoin rose towards $90,000, while alternatives like Ethereum and XRP outperformed as BTC’s dominance fell below 60%. This somehow caught us off guard, especially after weeks of bearish sentiment heading into January. Rejecting the breakdown, the market is rising. Bitcoin soared with a 1% price increase, followed by Ethereum by about 3% and altcoins. XRP rose nearly 6%, easily outpacing the daily gains of major alt stocks, and sentiment reversed slightly after yesterday’s option expiration cleared the board. Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index…

Bitcoin has matured over the years and has become more widely accepted as an investment option among institutional investors.Bitcoin (BTC +0.66%) It has been a popular investment among individual investors for many years. It has gained a reputation of being a risky and speculative investment that is not suitable for most investors, but over time, more and more people have become comfortable with the idea of ​​holding it in their portfolio, especially as Bitcoin has become less volatile. One prominent financial leader who recently changed his view on Bitcoin is BlackRock CEO Larry Fink. While he previously seemed to discount…

They say journalists never really clock out. But for Christians, it’s more than just a metaphor; it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-changing tides of the crypto market, crafting articles like a seasoned editor and deciphering jargon for the masses. However, when the PCs go dormant, his pursuits become more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical). The journey of the Christian written word began long before the days of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his skills as a feature writer for university papers. This early love of storytelling set me on the path to success as…

important notesBitFarms has sold its 70MW Pasope mine in Paraguay for up to $30 million. The sale marks the company’s complete exit from Latin America. The buyer is the Sympatheia Power Fund, managed by Singapore-based Hawksburn Capital. BitFarms is selling its 70-megawatt Pasope Bitcoin mine in Paraguay for up to $30 million, completing its exit from Latin America. The company announced the deal on January 2, identifying the buyer as Sympatheia Power Fund (SPF), a crypto infrastructure fund managed by Singapore-based Hawksburn Capital. Following the news, BitFarms (BITF) shares rose more than 4% to $2.44 in pre-market trading. The deal…

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news editorials. DeFi protocols are reflexive games where capital inflows create yields that attract more capital. The secret to running these games for a long time has nothing to do with tokenomics or new mechanics. It’s friction. Specifically, it is the exit friction. If it takes longer to leave than to join, protocols will increase over months rather than days. summary DeFi cycles are driven by exit friction, not tokenomics. Slow and costly exits lock up capital long enough…

Trustworthy editorial content reviewed by industry-leading experts and experienced editors. Advertising disclosure Roundhill Investments has filed an amended registration statement. XRP ETFNotably, XRP funds differ from spot XRP funds in that they only aim to provide investors with income from altcoins, rather than offering spot exposure. Roundhill Files N-1A Form for XRP ETF round hill is Amendments after entry into force The filing for the XRP Covered Call Strategy ETF noted that the filing was intended to delay the fund’s effectiveness until January 29th. In line with this, the fund could be launched this month unless another amendment delays its…

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news editorials. Over the past few years, airdrops and points systems have been the lifeblood of cryptocurrency user acquisition. Crypto projects had no alternatives. The project faced difficult issues after an initial coin offering boom sparked severe regulatory backlash. The question was how could tokens be put into the hands of users without selling what could be considered unregistered securities? Airdrop emerged as the answer. summary Airdrops were a regulatory workaround and not a healthy market. Airdrops emerged after…

Bitcoin ended 2025 cheaper than it started, marking its first decline in the year following the halving. Bitcoin (BTC) halving occurs every four years, cutting mining rewards in half and fewer new coins entering the market. Historically, this resulted in a cycle of accumulation. In other words, the post-halving bull market peaks, followed by a sharp correction and a multi-year bear market.After the halving in 2012, Bitcoin skyrocketed and ended the following year at a new high. A similar pattern was repeated in 2016 and 2020. But this time, that pattern broke. Despite the latest halving date in April 2024,…