DeFi’s quiet strength: Value locked on platforms holds as market selloff tests traders
Even as major cryptocurrencies plunge to multi-year lows and forced liquidations ripple across the market, DeFi’s total value locked has only slipped modestly.
Major German bank opens free crypto access as MiCA ends the legality debate and sparks a bank rush
Germany’s ING Deutschland just made crypto exposure feel like buying an index fund, indicating the path Europe is taking in crypto adoption. Starting Feb. 2, the bank’s 3.2 million brokerage customers can purchase crypto exchange-traded notes with zero order fees above €1,000 and set up automatic savings plans. According to the announcement, there are no […]
Bitcoin holds key support as ‘extreme fear’ grips traders: Crypto Markets Today
Major cryptocurrencies eased off overnight highs during Asia trading, with bitcoin steady above a critical support zone even as investor sentiment remains deeply bearish.
Moscow Exchange to add SOL, XRP, and TRX futures contracts to crypto derivatives lineup
The new contracts will be based on indices for each token, settled in rubles, and accessible only to qualified investors.
Elon Musk says SpaceX may put DOGE ‘on the moon’ next year
Musk replied “maybe next year” to a post referencing his old pledge to put Dogecoin “on the literal moon,” reviving a long-running SpaceX-DOGE thread that has included merchandise payments and the delayed DOGE-1 mission.
Bitcoin traders explain why BTC price could rebound toward $85K
The return of spot Bitcoin ETF inflows could fuel a Bitcoin price recovery, as signs of a potential rebound to $80,000 and $85,000 emerge.
Ark Invests During Crypto Downturn Showing $MAXI Attitude: Institutional Conviction Meets Retail Leverage
When crypto markets bleed, tourists flee. Conviction stays. Recent charts show a sharp divergence between retail panic selling and institutional loading. Ark Invest, Cathie Wood’s flagship, is doubling down, using the red candles to stack high-conviction assets like Coinbase and proprietary Bitcoin ETF products. This isn’t just ‘buying the dip.’ It’s a calculated bet on […]
Elon’s xAI Is Hiring Crypto Experts As SUBBD Token Surges Past $4.5M
The collision of artificial intelligence and blockchain isn’t just a theoretical exercise anymore, it’s becoming an operational imperative for big tech. Recent reports indicate that Elon Musk’s xAI is actively recruiting crypto-literate specialists, a move that signals a significant strategic pivot. Job descriptions hint at a focus on training AI models to dissect market microstructure, […]
Tom Lee Predicts $ETH Rebound as Metals Cool; Liquid Chain ($LIQUID) Introduces Unified L3 Architecture
Fundstrat Global Advisors’ Managing Partner Tom Lee is doubling down on a risk-on rotation. His thesis? The recent consolidation in precious metals could catalyze a significant capital flight back into digital assets, with Ethereum poised to play catch-up. Source: X While Bitcoin dominated institutional inflows throughout Q1, the macro setup indicates a shifting tide. As […]
ING Expands Crypto into Bitwise as Bitcoin Hyper Explodes
The convergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized infrastructure just hit a new gear. ING, one of Europe’s banking heavyweights, is reportedly deepening its exposure to the crypto ecosystem through a strategic alignment with Bitwise. This isn’t just a standard balance sheet adjustment. It signals a fundamental shift in how institutional capital views digital asset […]
KBank Files Trademark Apps for Stablecoin Wallets as LIQUID Pumps
Thailand’s second-largest lender, Kasikornbank (KBank), has made its intentions clear: it wants to dominate the Southeast Asian digital asset market. New trademark filings reveal the banking giant is prepping a proprietary stablecoin wallet ecosystem, a logical next step after acquiring the Satang Pro exchange (now Orbix). This goes beyond simple corporate branding; it marks a […]
Tether Unveils Open-Source Mining Libraries as Bitcoin Hyper Emerges as Top Layer 2 Contender
Tether isn’t just the issuer of the world’s largest stablecoin anymore; it is systematically rewiring the Bitcoin network’s guts. In a move challenging the proprietary grip of major hardware giants, Tether recently released open-source mining libraries designed to boost efficiency for mining rigs. By targeting the software running WhatsMiner, Avalon, and Antminer units, Tether is […]