The crypto community is all abuzz! Bitcoin has blasted through $88,000, short sellers getting decimated in the process, and gold trading like it’s on fire. Let’s not kid ourselves, this isn’t a Bitcoin maximalists’ victory lap. Trump's latest antics, specifically his Fed Chair threat, and the resulting market jitters have...
On Monday, Bitcoin surged above the $88,000 mark, reaching its highest price since late March. That spike was with the U.S. dollar declined precipitously and political uncertainty over the Federal Reserve increased. The crypto then went on to trade close to $86,800 afterwards, an impressive jump. This sudden price move...
The crypto market is as active and exciting as ever! Bitcoin is dancing around the $88,000 level, fueled by political uncertainty and a wave of rekindled investor excitement. BlockchainShock.com, our new home for more substantive, jargon-free, commonsensical analysis, aims to be your guide through this turbulent sea. This piece will...
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...
Bitcoin hitting $87,000 – forget about it going to $92,000 – seems like fantasy land. It’s the closest thing I can imagine to seeing a phoenix rise from the ashes. Those ashes were in turn stoked by the protectionist policies of the Trump administration. Are we seeing a genuine bull...
Okay, Southeast Asia, listen up! You've seen the headlines: Bitcoin's taken a nosedive. Below $80,000? Then $75,000? Now, we're staring down the barrel of a death cross… and I'm not talking about some cheesy horror flick. Because this is not a game, it’s real life, with very real consequences to...
The crypto market is one that benefits from high volatility and innovation. Earlier this year, the introduction of the $TRUMP coin brought a new level of political influence and digital asset investment intrigue to this ongoing narrative. This article will explore the recent boom of the $TRUMP meme coin. We’ll...
Is Southeast Asia really prepared for the crypto circus Donald Trump just released with his $TRUMP coin? While the world watches the token's wild price swings and ponders its legitimacy, a crucial question remains: How does this peculiar digital asset actually resonate with the deeply rooted values of this diverse...
Trump's recent foray into crypto acceptance, even hinting at a national Bitcoin strategic reserve and seemingly reining in the SEC, feels like a win for the digital asset community. Or perhaps you’re saying to yourself— “At long last, a politician who understands the big picture! But hold on a second....
Just recently, President Trump slapped tariffs on all goods from 60 countries with some of the biggest trade surpluses with the United States. This ruling has raised alarm throughout multiple sectors, most notably the crypto industry itself. These tariffs, initiated on April 2, are poised to significantly impact Bitcoin mining...
The United States Senate recently convened a hearing on the growing universe of cryptocurrency. In doing so, they highlighted the desperate need for regulation in this emerging frontier. Here are some of the most important highlights that emerged through the conversations. They each noted the challenges, opportunities, and possible future...
The market of cryptocurrency day trading is a whirlwind, chaotic and always on the move. Quick reflexes, and even quicker algorithms. Thanks to new, advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT and Grok, traders are experiencing the most powerful insight and automation they’ve ever seen. Kwame Nkosi, a blockchain commentator, balances...
Let’s face it, the crypto community can’t resist an exciting hype train. Right now, the AI-powered trading locomotive is barreling down the tracks, with Grok and ChatGPT as its star conductors. Well before you decide to mortgage your home and give Uber all your assets, let’s slow down a moment...
You know, sometimes I feel like I'm watching a rerun of an old movie, only this time, it's playing out in the halls of Congress. The Senate Banking Committee’s recent hearing on the need for comprehensive crypto regulation. It was a bit like a Broadway show. Rather than earnestly seeking...
The recent Senate Banking Committee hearing on regulating the crypto space? If I’m being truthful, it was more like seeing a train wreck go down in slow motion. While senators debated the nuances of defining a digital asset – is it a security, a commodity, or something else entirely? –...
Forget about Wall Street, the exciting disruptor in crypto day trading is cooking up in the crowded streets of Southeast Asia. I'm not talking about hedge fund managers with Bloomberg terminals; I'm talking about the everyday person – the small business owner in Jakarta, the student in Kuala Lumpur, the...
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...