Let’s face it, the crypto ecosystem is saturated with hype. It seems every other day a new coin appears on the market stating it’s the “next big thing.” All of this endless inundation makes investors deeply confused and somewhat cynical. So instead of contributing to the cacophony, let’s make some...
Meanwhile, we’re celebrating Bitcoin’s new all-time high with all due cause. Yet as we celebrate these successes, are we truly taking a step back to understand what’s at the root of it all? Are we actually peering into where the smart money knows the future of crypto is? I say,...
Bitcoin’s rise to a new all-time highs in recent weeks has investors and market watchers around the globe intrigued yet again. Underlying this surge is a confluence of factors – most notably, growing institutional adoption, favorable regulatory developments, and macroeconomic trends. BlockchainShock.com provides clear, understandable and thought-provoking analysis. It further...
Crypto Fear & Greed Index is currently showing “Greed,” at a score of 66. Fear can be paralyzing, but greed? Unchecked greed can be positively harmful — particularly in the wild west that is today’s crypto landscape. Many will see this as a sign to start investing in meme coins....
Bitcoin, the original and most prominent cryptocurrency, has had a rollercoaster ride since its inception, defined by rapid climbs and catastrophic crashes. From its near $20,000 zenith in 2017 to its subsequent plunge to approximately $3,000 in 2018, Bitcoin has tested the resolve of investors and enthusiasts alike. More recently,...
We’re still smoking a celebratory blunt from Colorado’s legalization last fall. Headlines scream about institutional adoption, ETFs, and the end of finance as we know it. Let's be real, folks. While the party's raging, some uncomfortable truths are being conveniently ignored, truths that could leave you with a serious hangover....
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) released new rules regarding the taxation of cryptocurrency for residents of the UK. Regulatory users have until a phased deadline of early 2026 to achieve compliance. These changes require extensive personal identifying information for crypto transactions and carry potential civil penalties in the millions for...
Okay, listen up. You're seeing the headlines, right? "ETH to $8,000!" "Bitcoin smashing records!" Everybody’s discussing where we’re going to go in the next bull run — and if I’m being honest with you, you should be. But here's the thing: most analysts are missing a HUGE piece of the...
A 160% rally for Ethereum? Really? Now, THAT is an attention-grabbing headline. Shaken out on food, you’ll be shocked at how often you’ll find yourself getting your waistline’s best friend, the salt shaker! Let’s stop the bullshit, let’s stop the charade, and let’s stop pretending like that’s what’s going on....
Further, Bitcoin’s recent difficulty in breaking above its 2021 high of $111,000 points to a potential change in market behavior. The cryptocurrency is now trading within two key liquidity zones, just below the strong selling pressure located from $111,000 and above. This resistance signals that a larger consolidation or corrective...
Trump wants lower interest rates. Again. To you and me, that might feel like just an ordinary day in this political circus. For Southeast Asia’s burgeoning Web3 ecosystem, it’s a double or nothing poker gamble. So maybe, return to that idealism … Forget just wishing for a better world, this...
Trump wants lower interest rates. Way lower. 1-2%. He thinks it'll juice the economy. What does this mean for crypto? Is it really a golden ticket to the moon, or just a black market-ish trapdoor to regulatory hell? Let’s break this down, because your economic survival may very well rest...
Forcing together the demands of political pressure and monetary policy creates a politically fraught intersection. When cryptocurrency comes into play, the stakes are raised even more. Last week, Donald Trump called on the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates to between 1% and 2%. His call has sent shocks through...
Erase all your preconceived notions about the future of finance. The West isn't automatically leading the charge. Southeast Asia is alive with dynamic energy and a youthful, tech-hungry population. With growing digital fluency, the Philippines is poised to be at the forefront of this AI crypto revolution. And frankly, it...
$4 Billion in a week. It’s not just a surge. It’s a tidal wave crashing into the crypto shores. The AI crypto market is exploding, driven by everything from ChatGPT hype to Hedera’s partnership with NVIDIA. Bitcoin’s dominance is crumbling, altcoins are mooning, and the Fear and Greed Index is...
The crypto market is riding the waves of an altcoin season, with AI-centric tokens being some of the most popular. This change is a major development, pointing to the likely arrival of the long-expected altcoin season. Eleanor Brooks is an experienced blockchain researcher. She takes an in-depth look at what’s...
Tether, the issuer of USDT, the world’s largest stablecoin, recently froze $86,000 worth of USDT after being requested. In this action, she has undoubtedly kicked off a firestorm of debate within the cryptocurrency community. It Forces Members to Reconsider the Balance Between Regulatory Compliance and the Founding Steerage of a...
Tether did it again. $86,000 in USDt, frozen solid. Stolen, they say. It begs the question: Are these freezes a sign of crypto maturing, or a slow creep towards the very system it sought to replace? This isn’t merely some lost Satoshi dollars, it’s about the very heart of crypto.The...