Xapo Bank’s latest announcement of shocking Bitcoin trading volumes in Q1 2025 definitely raised more than a few eyebrows. Or maybe you missed the 14.2% increase. This all occurred while Bitcoin’s price was crashing from over $106,000 down to just over $82,000 in that same period! That’s a bold statement....
Despite a turbulent start to 2025 for Bitcoin, Xapo Bank has reported a surge in Bitcoin trading volume during the first quarter. This rise occurred contrary to the overall drop of Bitcoin’s price. It shines a light on the unusual investment paths of the ultra-wealthy. BlockchainShock examines the factors driving...
The crypto market is booming yet again! So investors and crypto enthusiasts are circling the market, thrilledly discussing whether this bull run is indeed different than the last. To understand what’s really going on, we need to focus on the important factors fueling the current market boom. So let’s measure...
BTC’s price bullishly closes above a 3-month-long bearish trendline and continues its strong upward trajectory on the weekly timeframe. This crypto surge caused the price to break above $86,000, prompting analysts to expect a forthcoming retest of the $90,000 level. From the bulls’ perspective, technical indicators and market trends indicate...
Each one brings its unique value, especially during times of economic uncertainty. After months of being beaten down, recent technical indicators hint that this dynamic may be about to change, with Bitcoin taking the lead versus gold. This piece dives into some important indicators that may be the first sign...
Bitcoin is setting up to outperform gold, analysis by Theya Research’s Joe Consorti suggests. This unusual bullish forecast comes on the heels of a trendline breakout and a recently confirmed golden crossover. At the same time, Monero (XMR) offers a positive picture following impressive recovering.Consorti’s analysis has shown that Bitcoin...
Specifically, XRP is flashing a bizarre bullish signal at the moment. This has sparked speculation of a repeat of its incredible boom, as in 2017. As pointed out by BlockchainShock.com, the cryptocurrency’s technical indicators are starting to line up with one another and in directions that could signal major upward...
Cryptocurrency is no stranger to volatility, but even by those standards the recent increase in SingularityNET’s AGIX token is turning heads. Such an extraordinary increase is making waves even in the extremely volatile world of crypto. Most of the reporting you’ve seen— from major outlets to mainstream newsletters like Milk...
Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has started to perk up in recent weeks and is on the cusp of breaking out. Unlike other cryptocurrencies, investors and traders are sharply tuning into its price actions as it treks through significant resistance levels. In this article, we’ll take a...
Bitcoin’s tumultuous path over the treacherous landscapes of the crypto world remains an alarming, yet fascinating reality for both traders and spectators. BlockchainShock is the place to go for intelligent market sentiment analysis. It provides in-depth technical analysis and pro coverage of the fast-changing digital asset environment. This article will...
Since then, Paul Atkins has taken the reins at the SEC, which represents a dramatically different leadership as well. If successful, this change would be a tectonic shift for Bitcoin’s future. Forget the typical bureaucratic relabeling – this is an actual paradigm shift in thinking. He is a pro-crypto advocate....
Bitcoin’s blasting off like a SpaceX rocket, Ethereum sputtering on the launchpad. And when we look out, we see the headlines, the charts, the breathless pronouncements of a new bull run. But wait before you envision Lambos lining the streets in front of mud huts, let’s discuss what all this...
The hype was real. When Trump first indicated a pro-crypto position (most notably with the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve plan that sent Bitcoin’s value skyrocketing). The reality? That’s a huge disappointment, particularly to Africa’s rapidly growing fintech market. In the process, the often-forgotten continent is again, er, forgotten. We were sold...
Southeast Asia was buzzing. You could feel it. The busy streets of Jakarta are clamorous with activity. In stark contrast, Singapore’s tech scene is abuzz with the latest wave of hopeful optimism. Bitcoin. This initiative is not only about profit. We seek financial inclusion to unshackle from the longstanding gatekeepers...
Upexi’s recent $100 million investment into Solana is causing a stir both in the crypto and traditional finance communities. This smart move isn’t just about the headlines. In the big picture, it would be another signal—like Fidelity’s announcement—that cryptocurrency is going more mainstream and gradually being incorporated into corporate finance....
Upexi, a diversified conglomerate known for its astute agility in the consumer product space, is taking a deep dive into the metaverse. They are doing a $100 million private placement, with most of that investment going directly into Solana (SOL). My initial reaction? Mostly an eye-rolling combination of yay and,...
The headlines scream: Bitcoin soars to $88,000! Trump rattles the Fed! Safe haven! Before you sell your home and jump into the crypto deep end, hold on just a second. The label “safe haven” is sticking to Bitcoin like it’s 2017 again, but deserves a reality check. This last point...
XRP is the digital asset that powers great payment solutions. It has led to mountains of speculation and analysis in recent times. Investors and traders are scratching their heads and glued to its price movement. They are waiting to see if it can pull that off at ambitious targets, including...