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Bitcoin's US-China Boost: Is This Southeast Asia's Crypto Moment?

Bitcoin's US-China Boost: Is This Southeast Asia's Crypto Moment?

Okay, let's be real. Bitcoin hitting over $104,000? It’s insane. And Sebastian, with his fancy UC Berkeley certs, is out there claiming it has legs. I’m not surprised. But here's what really gets me fired up: this isn't just about numbers going up. It's about who benefits.America & China Got...

Bitcoin Blasts Past $104K: US-China Trade Truce Fueling Crypto?

Bitcoin Blasts Past $104K: US-China Trade Truce Fueling Crypto?

The cryptocurrency market is in the midst of a crypto-mania, with Bitcoin just crossing the magic $104,000 mark. This rally seems to be powered, at least in part, by rosy news coming out US-China trade negotiations. BlockchainShock takes a closer look at how crypto responds and speculates due to major...

Is Powell Killing Crypto? Why the US-China War Needs Southeast Asia

Is Powell Killing Crypto? Why the US-China War Needs Southeast Asia

Jerome Powell’s like a kid with a hammer— everything that walks looks like a nail. Interest rates up, crypto down. That's the narrative, right? We watch Bitcoin shake at every sign that the Fed plans on pushing off further rate cuts. Focusing only on Powell’s hammer would miss a much...

Trade War Intensifies as US and China Clash Over Tariffs

Trade War Intensifies as US and China Clash Over Tariffs

And just as the United States and China are rekindling their trade conflict with increasing tariffs. This escalation is raising alarms in crypto and stock markets alike. This recent escalation marks a “new phase” of the trade war, contributing to rising threats to global financial stability.On this day, the White...

Crypto Regulation: 6 Key Takeaways from the Senate Hearing

Crypto Regulation: 6 Key Takeaways from the Senate Hearing

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...

Day Trade Crypto Like a Pro: ChatGPT & Grok AI Secrets

Day Trade Crypto Like a Pro: ChatGPT & Grok AI Secrets

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...

Senate Crypto Hearing: 3 Reasons Why the US is Losing the Blockchain Race

Senate Crypto Hearing: 3 Reasons Why the US is Losing the Blockchain Race

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? –...

ChatGPT & Grok: Southeast Asia's Secret Weapon in Crypto Day Trading?

ChatGPT & Grok: Southeast Asia's Secret Weapon in Crypto Day Trading?

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...

Beyond Tether & USDC: The Stablecoin Innovation You're Ignoring

Beyond Tether & USDC: The Stablecoin Innovation You're Ignoring

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...

Stablecoins' Dirty Secret: Why Your Crypto Dreams Are Built on Sand

Stablecoins' Dirty Secret: Why Your Crypto Dreams Are Built on Sand

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...