The year 2024 marked a historic turning point for the crypto industry, with Bitcoin surpassing the symbolic threshold of $100,000 in December. Between the resounding successes of Bitcoin ETFs and the colossal losses due to hacks, this year has been rich in twists and turns for the crypto sector.
In December 2024, Solana added 1 billion dollars in stablecoins to its total value locked (TVL)! This brings the total TVL of stablecoins on its network to approximately 5 billion dollars. This significant increase highlights the accelerated adoption of stablecoins and the growing influence of the Solana network in the crypto ecosystem.
Bitcoin could aim for $120,000 as early as January 2025 thanks to record reserves of $45 billion on Binance. Discover the details!
A critical security flaw was recently discovered at Tangem, the crypto wallet provider. This vulnerability exposed users' private keys via emails, putting investors' funds at risk. The flaw was uncovered after users reported that their private keys were accessible in email accounts and to Tangem employees.
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MicroStrategy's bold strategy in the bitcoin universe continues to attract attention, both for its scale and consistency. While the crypto market remains marked by pronounced volatility, the company, under the leadership of Michael Saylor, reiterates its firm commitment to the leading cryptocurrency. As the year comes to a close, it has once again surprised observers with a new massive purchase of bitcoin, further solidifying its position as an institutional leader in the field. This investment is part of a thoughtful approach aimed at strengthening its reserves, as well as asserting its driving role in the institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies. Such an acquisition, occurring in a context of global economic uncertainties, also illustrates the growing influence of companies on the evolution of the crypto ecosystem.
Bitcoin is approaching a critical resistance zone around $95,090, drawing significant attention from traders and investors. This strategic threshold could determine the next major movement in the crypto market.
MEXC, a leading global crypto trading platform, has recently concluded its December 2024 Supercar giveaway, a landmark event that gathered over 125,000 participants from around the world. With an impressive prize pool of 6,000,000 USDT, this event not only demonstrated MEXC's growing popularity but also its commitment to providing an exceptional user experience.
In 2024, Ethereum saw a significant increase in its long-term holders (HODLers), reflecting heightened investor confidence. This trend contrasts with the decline in Bitcoin holders, indicating promising prospects for Ethereum in 2025 and significant implications for the crypto market.
The crypto market is experiencing a period of uncertainty marked by macroeconomic fluctuations. Nevertheless, Ripple (XRP) stands out with relative stability. Its price moves within a key range, between $2 and $3, which captures investors' attention. This status quo, reinforced by low volatility and mixed technical signals, reflects a fragile balance between buyers and sellers. At this stage, observers are questioning: is this consolidation the prelude to a significant break? The next developments could indeed determine the future of XRP, whether it leads to a bullish momentum towards new heights or a strategic pullback to lower support levels.
Bitcoin is stagnant, investors are softly dozing. But beware: Trump in January could very well add some spice to this lukewarm crypto soup.
Ethereum (ETH) has recently experienced a significant decrease in selling pressure, signaling a possible market recovery. Here are the four main reasons identified that explain this trend, and what it could mean for the future of the Ethereum cryptocurrency.
As Tether is set to announce record profits exceeding $10 billion for 2024, global banking giants are accelerating their positioning in the stablecoin market. From Société Générale to Deutsche Bank, traditional financial institutions are ramping up initiatives to not miss out on this crypto revolution.
As the inauguration of Donald Trump approaches on January 20, 2025, observers are closely examining his economic policies, particularly their potential impact on bitcoin. According to Ki Young Ju, founder of CryptoQuant, Trump's policies may depend on the balance between dollar supremacy and the opportunities presented by cryptocurrencies. This analysis sheds light on the issues related to the hegemony of the dollar, which continues to dominate global trade despite losing over 90% of its value since 1913. While some countries are adopting digital solutions to escape monetary crises, such as the rise of stablecoins in emerging economies, the role of bitcoin remains ambiguous. This topic, at the intersection of traditional finance and disruptive technologies, raises questions about the future of cryptocurrencies in an economic system where U.S. policies still influence the rest of the world.
Bitcoin could reach between $150,000 and $400,000 by 2025, according to a report by Blockware Solutions. The projections depend on several key factors: the policy of the U.S. Federal Reserve, corporate adoption, and the potential strategic reserve of bitcoins under Trump.
In December 2024, the memecoin market experienced a significant decline, losing over 40 billion dollars in market capitalization. This drop of 32.38% in one month reflects a decrease in demand and momentum for these meme cryptos, despite some notable exceptions.
In the global financial landscape, few nations dare to adopt a strategy as bold as that of El Salvador. Under the leadership of its president Nayib Bukele, this Central American country is establishing itself as a pioneer in cryptocurrency adoption. With the achievement of the symbolic milestone of 6,000 BTC accumulated, El Salvador is not only strengthening its commitment to Bitcoin but also aims to transform this cryptocurrency into a cornerstone of its economic and diplomatic strategy. This unprecedented bet sparks both admiration from proponents of decentralized finance and criticism from international institutions, which warn against the risks associated with such exposure.
The large holders of Dogecoin, commonly known as "whales," have engaged in massive accumulation of over 90 million DOGE in just 48 hours. This activity comes as the meme crypto is trading around $0.31, in a critical consolidation phase.
With a magical stablecoin flick, Ripple sparks 106% growth. Dancing numbers, talking millions.
A renowned financial analyst, Dr. Jim Willie, recently sounded the alarm about a massive debt crisis that could hit the U.S. economy in 2025. According to him, the United States is heading toward a critical point with $7 trillion in debt maturing, which could trigger a major economic crisis.
The stablecoin market has just crossed a historic threshold, reaching a total capitalization of over $200 billion. This growth is largely dominated by Tether's USDT, which accounts for $142.9 billion in circulating assets.
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Since the end of November 2024, the prices of Solana (SOL) have fallen by more than 30%, raising concerns among investors and crypto enthusiasts. This significant decline comes after a period of strong growth, where Solana had reached historical highs.
While speculation is running high about the institutional adoption of bitcoin, Galaxy Research tempers expectations. According to the report published on December 27, the U.S. government will not buy bitcoin in 2025 but may explore new strategies regarding its existing reserves.
The growing dominance of the stablecoin Tether in the crypto market could signal a significant correction for Bitcoin, according to a well-known expert on TradingView. This analysis comes as BTC struggles to maintain its upward momentum after its recent all-time high of $108,365.
Bitcoin has recently shown impressive resilience despite the expiration of $14.2 billion in options in December 2024. However, a significant correction followed, causing BTC to drop to $93,000! 2025 is shaping up to be risky for the crypto industry.
The price of Ripple (XRP) has seen a spectacular increase of over 300% in the last two months, reaching $2.10 on December 27, 2024. However, warning signs suggest that the XRP cryptocurrency could collapse by at least 25% in the coming days.
The Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) strategy attracts many crypto investors. By regularly investing a fixed amount, they hope to mitigate market fluctuations and achieve a favorable average purchase price. However, some experts believe that the DCA opportunity in Bitcoin may soon disappear, leaving investors to seek new strategies to maximize their gains.
Ryan Salame, former co-CEO of the crypto exchange FTX, has had his prison sentence reduced, as has Caroline Ellison. Initially sentenced to 7.5 years in prison in May 2024, Salame was set to be released in April 2032. However, things have changed, and his new release date is now set.
As the crypto market experiences a correction towards the end of 2024, Chainlink (LINK) maintains a remarkable performance with a 53% increase since January. Analysts are forecasting a record year in 2025 for this digital asset that has distinguished itself in the blockchain ecosystem.