Bitcoin has once again made headlines, searching the $87,000 barrier and capturing the eyes of institutional investors and enthusiasts. This astounding run comes on the heels of a significant correction that dropped values to near $74,000 earlier in the month. BlockchainShock’s analysis shows that a tidal wave is in progress....
Look, I get it. Crypto… Even just saying—or typing—the word conjures widespread eye-rolls and flashbacks to overnight millionaires followed by equally abrupt collapses. You’re likely sick of hearing hyped-up predictions for the next big thing. But before you dismiss this as just another "to the moon" fantasy, let's talk about...
With Bitcoin’s stellar recent performance, the debate as to whether or not it’s a viable safe-haven asset has raged on. A recent, massive crash in value, along with macroeconomic conditions has caused some to wonder if Bitcoin is ultimately doomed. This decline happens even as other typical safe-haven investments, like...
The storm clouds are gathering. Recession whispers are turning into full blown shouts. At the same time, the Fed’s effort to curb inflation without triggering a recession is fueling concern. You can read about the reaction in bond yields here. You know it in your heart, and your wallet is...
Solana has snatched Ethereum's staking crown. $53.15 billion vs $52.72 billion. Numbers don't lie, right? Sometimes, they whisper half-truths. The siren song of Solana's 8.31% APY is hard to ignore, especially compared to Ethereum's comparatively paltry 2.98%. Yet is this yield an indication of creative problem-solving, or a bureaucratic time...
Therefore, Solana briefly flipped Ethereum in total value staked. Big deal, right? Headlines like these shrieked victory for Solana, dubbing them the new staking king. Hold up just a second. Numbers alone don't tell the whole story. In fact, they can be downright misleading. I'm here to tell you why...
That tale of Tzoni Raykov getting despoiled of $1,500 in USDC on Revolut? It's not just his problem. It's a flashing red light for anyone dabbling in crypto, even those of us who think we're being extra careful. Revolut’s nonsensical explanation of “technical challenges” is frankly a slap in the...
The cryptocurrency market has a lot of potential for growth. It poses great dangers that can lead to devastating financial losses for unsuspecting consumers. Recently, oil engineer Tzoni Raykov found himself stuck in an infuriating predicament. As a result, he lost $1,500 worth of USDC coins due to what should...
Tzoni Raykov’s tale of $1,500 in USDC gone forever is more than the tale of a single unfortunate ecommerce merchant. It’s a dark canary in the coal mine, flashing red for fintech in Africa’s future. We're talking about more than just a simple error. We're talking about eroded trust and...
Schwab taking the first steps toward entering crypto? Predictable, really. Wall Street smells money, Wall Street jumps. Even Rick Wurster, who had ascended to Schwab’s CEO by then, confessed to feeling “silly” for not getting in on the crypto craze. For Schwab to team up with Trump Media to roll...
Southeast Asia. The country of stunning temples, colorful street cuisine—and now, according to some, the latest frontier for DeFi world conquest. XenDex ($XDX), with the wind in its sails powered by the XRP Ledger, could be the one to ignite. The presale lit the dogs on fire, with more than...
Matthew Brienen, COO of CryptoGuard, throws a massive number out there: XRP to $1,000 within a decade. He’s going all in, putting 50% of his crypto portfolio on XRP. And look, everybody loves a great moonshot story in crypto. Before you remortgage the homestead and load up the family into...
Matthew Brienen, COO of CryptoGuard, believes that XRP can go as high as $100, even $1,000 over the next 10 years. And you know what? I’m here for it! Never mind the pessimists still grasping at old financial paradigms. So why expand this to all of Southeast Asia, and why...
As things develop, the $XDX presale of XenDex is a scaly topic that has analysts anticipating a fast sell-out. More than 20% depleted in the first day? That's a rocket launch. Before you hit the brakes, let’s examine the evidence. As an experienced blockchain researcher, I am here to help...
Then again, the crypto market is always a fickle creature, right? Now we’re witnessing Bitcoin dancing around $95,000, a resurgence for altcoins, and the Fear & Greed Index showing “greedy.” Amidst this resurgence, two tokens stand out: TRUMP and SUI. Both have provided record-breaking returns of 79% and 70%. They...
Unprecedented inflows inundate the market, with BlackRock and Fidelity at the top. Bitcoin has rocketed above $90,000, triggering stories that scream of a crypto comeback triggered by investments from traditional institutions. Before you go running into this like everyone else, driven by your fear of missing out (FOMO), wait up...
The cryptocurrency market is a circus of speculation and promise, and XRP certainly isn’t immune to this trend. Recently this new ambitious price target of $6.50 has been going around, causing excitement and skepticism among early stage investors alike. BlockchainShock dives into the technical indicators and expert opinions that are...
The crypto market is infamous for its volatility and whipsaw price movements, leaving investors feeling confused and overwhelmed. Technical analysis tools and theories can be helpful in identifying the conditions that lead one price action versus another direction. One such theory is the Elliott Wave Principle, which analysts are using...