Bitcoin & Ethereum – Traders, should you play this waiting game?

Trading volumes in crypto have plummeted to January lows. Bitcoin and Ethereum prices have declined slightly, impacting market activity. As a seasoned crypto investor, I’ve witnessed my fair share of market ups and downs. The recent dip in trading volumes and prices of major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, has left me feeling somewhat apprehensive. … Read more

Russia crypto ban starts September 2024, but there’s some exceptions

Russia plans to “ban” crypto Q3 2024, citing “geopolitical realities.” There are exceptions, like miners, to the proposed cryptocurrency ban. As a seasoned crypto investor with a keen interest in global market trends, I’ve witnessed the dynamic nature of regulatory environments firsthand. Russia’s recent announcement regarding its plans to ban cryptocurrencies from Q3 2024 has … Read more

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF daily inflow on halt for 4 days

As a researcher with extensive experience in the cryptocurrency market and specifically in Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), I find BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) halting inflows for several consecutive days to be an intriguing development. The sudden halt comes after IBIT recorded consistent daily inflows for 71 days, making it the fastest-growing spot Bitcoin ETF … Read more

Binance founder CZ says ‘no excuse for actions’ as he faces 3-year sentence

Binance founder faces a 36-month prison term, spotlighting illicit activities in the crypto space. Legal actions against Binance and earlier FTX raise questions about crypto adoption. As an experienced financial analyst, I find the ongoing legal issues surrounding Binance and its founder Changpeng Zhao deeply concerning. The potential 36-month prison term for Zhao, who faces … Read more