The cryptocurrency landscape was previously the wild west of financial technology. Today it seems to be catching the eye of a growing number of regulatory agencies around the globe. While the intention behind regulation is often to protect consumers, prevent illicit activities, and ensure financial stability, the potential downsides of...
The crypto landscape is shifting. Retrospectively the appeal seems obvious, but what was once a fringe experiment is now knocking at the door of mainstream finance. Now we witness Bitcoin ETFs, murmurs of pension fund allocation, and even nation-states holding Bitcoin. As crypto matures, the regulatory vise seems to tighten....
Meanwhile, Malaysia’s Securities Commission (SC) is also playing with the crypto fire, suggesting reforms to make it easier for digital assets to list. The intent? In short, to inject some more rocket fuel into the market, increase accountability and transparency, and provide investors with more options to choose from. Sounds...
Donald Trump is increasing his enthusiasm for cryptocurrency. As a result, this move may herald a dramatic shift in U.S. policy indeed, should he retake the White House. This embrace goes far beyond simple rhetorical flourishes, involving real financial investments, policy-reads, and strategic alliances in the crypto world.Trump recently hosted...
In fact, the European Union recently agreed to adopt a ban on anonymous crypto wallets by 2027. With the implementation of 6AMLD, this decision has rattled the crypto world. While the intent – curbing illicit finance – is certainly laudable, the execution is cause for serious concern. Surprising political maneuver...
<html>The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is poised to take a historic step towards the regulation of cryptocurrency. Taken together, this shift suggests an earnest effort to prioritize and drive innovation within the digital asset space. In addition, newly appointed SEC Chairman Paul Atkins has been very vocal in opposing...
HB230 is here. So the question becomes, are we really celebrating innovation, or just Connecting Communities to an ecological catastrophe in our own backyard. That’s a question that warrants a tough scrutiny, stripped of all the glossy brochures, lame New Urbanism buzzwords, and prospects of unicorn-fueled economic prosperity. Let’s cut...
Utah’s HB230, the Blockchain and Digital Innovation Amendments, isn’t innovation, it’s an innovation killer. This is no way forward. It’s a siren song that promises future economic prosperity while surreptitiously picking your pocket and polluting your air. Let's call it what it is: a reckless gamble with your resources for...
Ted Cruz’s recent victory in getting that controversial IRS crypto rule overturned is a huge win for the space, and there’s no doubt about that. To be clear, we are thrilled that he has brought us the first crypto bill signed into law. I’m not always in agreement with his...
Is Trump’s cronyism costing Southeast Asia’s tech future so his family can cash out from crypto? I know how much this sounds like a conspiracy theory, trust me. If you ask us, the timing could not possibly be more convenient. He's pumping crypto in the West, and we're left wondering...
You think you know stablecoins. Tether, USDC – the usual suspects. Big market caps, widespread adoption. Comforting, right? Wrong. As all eyes are on these titans, a more quiet revolution is in the making. Looking forward to seeing you there! This lack of attention is robbing you of big future...
The original and inarguable promise of crypto was decentralization and freedom. We lost sight of that dream and exchanged it for something else. A façade that appears solid even if it’s a digital optical illusion shimmering on top of a fintech swamp crater. I'm talking about stablecoins.Are Your "Safe" Coins...
Monero (XMR), the most prominent privacy-focused cryptocurrency, is trading at roughly $327 USD. Its popularity has soared, driven by a rising appetite for transactions beyond governments’ watchful eyes and increasingly repressive regulatory landscapes. The worldwide development of cryptocurrency use and adoption has only accelerated in 2025, strengthening Monero’s lead on...
The stablecoin market is ever-changing, but it presents an exciting new bridge between the world of traditional finance and the digital asset space. USD pegged stablecoins Tether (USDT) is still the big winner, with a market cap of $159.1 billion. Hot on its heels is USDC (USDC) with a hefty...
The cryptocurrency market is a bigger, hotter and noisier world right now. As per CoinMarketCap data, its aggregate market value has skyrocketed to around $3.67 trillion. Much of this increase is driven by optimism on policy shifts and significant spot ETF inflows. Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency, has jumped close to...
Yes, short liquidations played a role. A big one. But to ascribe the whole $113,000 increase to that? That’s equivalent to claiming the only reason the Titanic sank was due to one iceberg. Oversimplification at its finest!Is $113K Just a Mirage?Look, we all saw the headlines. Bitcoin smashed through $110,000,...
Bitcoin just recently passed $113,000, sending shockwaves of enthusiasm and speculation throughout the cryptocurrency world. Kwame Nkosi, a veteran blockchain geopolitical analyst, explains the essential drivers behind this crazy rally. He shines a light on risks on the horizon that every investor should be keeping an eye on. As BlockchainShock.com...
The allure of crypto salaries is undeniable. It’s the new digital gold rush, baby! Appeal to the best tech talent and solidify your place in the inevitable future of finance. However, lurking just below the surface is a major regulatory loophole. This ticking time bomb in your HR department may...