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Timely coverage of the markets that move crypto — Bitcoin, DeFi, regulation and the exchanges in between.
Bitcoin slips toward $84K as spot ETF buying slows ahead of Fed minutes
Bitcoin fell back toward $84,000 this week as US spot ETF inflows dropped roughly 90% and traders waited on Fed minutes. Here is what is driving the stall and what to watch.
CFTC proposes first federal crypto rules, offering exchanges an optional path
The CFTC unveiled Regulation CTX and Regulation CAM for leveraged retail crypto trading, with an optional federal registration for exchanges and a 60-day comment window. What it covers and what it leaves out.
Treasury sets rules for states to supervise smaller stablecoin issuers under GENIUS Act
The US Treasury published an interim final rule letting states oversee stablecoin issuers under $10B, if their regime is certified 'substantially similar' to the federal framework. What the GENIUS Act path changes.
SEC clears first 3x leveraged Bitcoin and Ether ETFs for listing
The SEC approved Volatility Shares' 3x Bitcoin and 3x Ether ETFs on Cboe BZX — the first triple-leveraged crypto funds in the US. How they work via futures, and the daily-reset risk traders should understand.
Citigroup lifts Bitcoin target to $113K as Robinhood adds BTC to its balance sheet
Citigroup raised its 12-month Bitcoin target to $113,000 and its Ether target to about $3,028, while Robinhood disclosed a $25M Bitcoin purchase — fresh signs of institutional conviction despite a soft spot market.
Bitcoin reclaims $98K as spot ETF inflows hit a 3-month high
Institutional demand returns while exchanges report record derivatives volume ahead of the next Fed decision.
Restaking TVL crosses $40B as new protocols launch
Liquid restaking continues to pull capital as a fresh wave of protocols goes live this quarter.
EU finalizes MiCA stablecoin rules for 2026
The framework sets reserve, disclosure and redemption requirements for euro-denominated stablecoins.
Bybit rolls out zero-fee spot pairs for new users
The promotion targets onboarding, offering zero-fee trading on selected spot markets for a limited time.
Solana ETF speculation builds as filings pile up
A growing queue of applications fuels speculation about the next wave of single-asset crypto ETFs.
Bitcoin mining difficulty hits a new record
Hashrate growth pushes difficulty to an all-time high as miners deploy next-gen hardware.
How spot Bitcoin ETFs actually work: creation, redemption and custody
A plain-English explainer on what a spot Bitcoin ETF is, how shares are created and redeemed, who holds the coins, and why the structure matters for ordinary investors.
Self-custody explained: how to hold your own crypto keys safely
What self-custody means, how private keys and seed phrases work, the difference between hot and cold wallets, and the habits that keep self-held crypto secure.
What is liquid staking, and how does it differ from regular staking?
Liquid staking lets you earn staking rewards while keeping a tradable token that represents your staked assets. Here is how it works and where the risks sit.
Where DeFi yield actually comes from: a plain-English breakdown
High yields in decentralised finance are not magic. Here are the real sources — lending, trading fees, staking and incentives — and how to tell sustainable yield from the risky kind.
Stablecoin regulation explained: reserves, audits and redemption rights
Why regulators focus on stablecoins, what reserve backing and redemption rights mean, and the common rules emerging across major jurisdictions — in plain language.
The crypto Travel Rule explained: why exchanges ask for information
The Travel Rule requires crypto services to share sender and recipient details on transfers. Here is what it is, where it comes from, and what it means when you move funds.
Centralized vs decentralized exchanges: how they differ
CEXs and DEXs both let you trade crypto, but they handle custody, identity and liquidity in opposite ways. Here is how each works and when one makes more sense than the other.
How to evaluate a crypto exchange: security, fees and proof of reserves
Before you trust a platform with your funds, check its security, regulatory standing, fees, liquidity and proof of reserves. A practical checklist for choosing an exchange.
How to read on-chain metrics: active addresses, exchange flows and more
On-chain data shows what is happening on a blockchain itself. Here is how to read active addresses, exchange flows, realized price and other signals without being misled.
Understanding crypto market structure: liquidity, volatility and funding
Why crypto moves the way it does. A clear explainer on liquidity, volatility, order books and funding rates — the market-structure forces behind the price you see.