Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary, announced yesterday at the White House crypto summit that Washington plans to use stablecoins to strengthen the dollar's position as the dominant reserve currency.
According to a recent study by crypto market researcher Mark Quant, the increase in the Global Liquidity Index (GLI) could be a key factor in the recovery of the cryptocurrency market. This dynamic could propel the total market capitalization beyond 4 trillion dollars by the second quarter of 2025, thereby reaching new historical highs.
Yesterday, surrounded by four gray walls and the clinking of bars, Sam Bankman-Fried blew out his 33 candles. A celebration far from the golden trappings of his FTX days, but under the spotlight of a scandal that still shakes the crypto world. Sentenced to 25 years in prison, the former golden boy of cryptocurrencies provides, from his cell, a version of his story where innocence and political calculation intertwine.
The French justice system is currently facing a bitcoin fraud case of considerable magnitude, involving two Franco-Israelis accused of embezzling nearly 12 million euros. One of them, Julien-Daniel X., is being held in detention after being arrested in France during a ski trip. He claims to have been arrested solely because he is Israeli.
On the crypto scene, Trump plays the alchemists: he transforms tokens into gold… but the magic primarily works for those around him.
The volatility of cryptocurrencies spares no one, and Solana (SOL) is no exception. After reaching a low of $125 on February 28, the native token of the Solana blockchain saw a rebound of 17%, hinting at a possible return towards $180. However, this recovery is far from guaranteed. Still down 50% from its all-time high of $295, SOL is facing several obstacles that could hinder its ascent. Between the slowdown in its on-chain activity, the lack of demand in the derivatives markets, and the concentration of transaction fees in the hands of a handful of users, the Solana ecosystem is wavering. What are the signals that could trigger a bullish rally?
On Friday, March 7, 2025, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, welcomed leading figures from the crypto industry to the White House for an unprecedented summit. The main objective of this meeting was to discuss the creation of a strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies, a bold project that could redefine the role of digital assets in the American economy. Here’s what really happened!
Donald Trump is hosting over 20 leaders of the crypto industry at the White House tonight for an unprecedented summit. This meeting, scheduled from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM UTC, comes on the heels of the signing of a presidential decree establishing a Strategic Reserve of Bitcoin.
The excitement around memecoins has significantly cooled in recent weeks, after having reached a historic peak. According to Bobby Ong, founder of CoinGecko, while these meme-based cryptos may seem temporarily "dead", their cyclical nature suggests an inevitable return to the market.
As cryptocurrencies divide global geopolitics, Russia is carving a unique path. Vladimir Putin, while acknowledging the intangibility of bitcoin, categorically refuses its integration into national reserves. This position contrasts with that of Donald Trump, a fervent advocate of a crypto-sovereign America. Between technological fascination and strategic caution, Moscow plays a subtle balance on the digital chessboard.
Sentiment around Ethereum (ETH) has reached its lowest annual level, according to a recent analysis. This ambient gloom could paradoxically be a positive indicator for investors, who might see ETH explode in the coming days!
Argentina, already shaken by a persistent economic crisis, now sees its president Javier Milei caught in a judicial storm related to the crypto Libra. While Milei, a champion of libertarianism, promised a monetary revolution, a hastily deleted promotional tweet and opaque transactions have triggered a sensational investigation. Amid speculative surges, suspicions of pump-and-dump schemes, and criminal proceedings, the Libra case reveals the dark corners of a crypto ecosystem in search of credibility.
The flagship cryptocurrency experienced a significant decline following the official signing of the U.S. presidential decree establishing a strategic reserve of Bitcoin. While investors hoped for massive purchases by the government, the reality proved to be less ambitious, causing a market correction.
Bitcoin is evolving at the intersection of major geopolitical tensions and global monetary strategies. While financial markets expected the United States to take the lead on the issue of bitcoin reserves, it is ultimately China that could trigger an unprecedented economic earthquake. A series of discreet initiatives led by Beijing suggests a possible massive influx of liquidity into the crypto ecosystem, with a potential impact of $1.4 trillion. Behind this strategy lies a clear intent to stabilize the yuan in order to circumvent U.S. sanctions and monetary policy.
The crypto ecosystem is going through an expansion cycle where competition among blockchains is intensifying, especially in the decentralized exchanges (DEX) market. Indeed, long dominated by Ethereum, this sector is seeing the emergence of a significant competitor: Solana, whose trading volumes briefly surpassed those of Ethereum in February. This unexpected performance occurred despite an unprecedented crisis in the memecoin segment, these speculative cryptos that have long been a key economic driver of the network. Solana is holding on to its place among the DEX leaders, but the recent collapse of memecoins raises a major question: can the network maintain its position without this asset?
Ethereum is facing a major setback in the development of its upcoming update, Pectra. Following a series of issues that paralyzed the Holesky testnet, Ethereum developers decided to launch a "shadow testnet." Although the outage is not directly related to Pectra, it has nonetheless hindered testing, potentially delaying its deployment which was initially scheduled for early spring.
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana, expressed his skepticism about the idea of a strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies in the United States, fearing for the decentralization of the sector. However, he remains open to objective criteria if such a reserve were to come into existence.
On the eve of the Crypto Summit at the White House scheduled for March 7, 2025, World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance platform linked to the Trump family, has significantly increased its cryptocurrency holdings. According to recent data, the company has injected 25 million dollars into its reserves by acquiring several major cryptocurrencies. What is behind this initiative?
The global economy operates in cycles where fiat currencies play a crucial role in market dynamics. Indeed, the weakening of the US dollar, often seen as an indicator of macroeconomic adjustment, seems this time to open a window of opportunity for cryptocurrencies. According to Raoul Pal, analyst and CEO of Real Vision, the fall of the dollar could be the catalyst for a particularly bullish second quarter in 2025 for bitcoin and the entire crypto market. This optimism is based on historical data and well-established macroeconomic trends. But then, is this situation the signal of a sustainable rally or merely a temporary market reaction?
On March 6, 2025, the administration of the Dantewada district, located in the state of Chhattisgarh in India, announced the digitization of more than 700,000 land documents dating back to the 1950s, now secured on the Avalanche blockchain. This initiative aims to ensure the transparency and integrity of land records, preventing any alteration or forgery.
The Financial Markets Authority (AMF) now imposes new fees on licensed crypto service providers in France. This measure, established by decree No. 2025-169 of February 21, 2025, is likely to weigh heavily on a sector that is already heavily regulated by the European MiCA regulation.
Bitcoin, after creating an illusion, falls back into uncertainty. Traders are sweating profusely, caught between vanished hope and growing fear.
On March 5, 2025, major news shakes the crypto world: U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, hinted that the Trump administration is preparing to unveil an ambitious strategy concerning a reserve solely of bitcoin. This announcement, scheduled for the inaugural crypto summit at the White House on March 7, is sure to mark a potential turning point in the economic policy of the United States and their approach to digital assets.
The extreme volatility of Bitcoin is resurfacing, fueled by a cocktail of economic uncertainties and government initiatives in the United States. As the crypto market tries to stabilize after a high-tension start to the year, the price of BTC is experiencing violent fluctuations. Within a few days, it peaked at $93,000 before plunging sharply below the $82,000 mark. This dynamic reflects the nervousness of investors in light of two major announcements: the imposition of a 25% tariff by the United States on Canada and Mexico, and Washington's ambition to create a national crypto reserve.
At the heart of a debate as lively as it is surprising, the crypto universe is under the spotlight. The digital revolution and financial freedom clash with the imperatives of national security. This article boldly and clearly explores the issues related to crypto-friendly regulations and the potential excesses of an exacerbated surveillance state.
Ripple, one of the major players in the crypto sector, is once again under the spotlight. While the firm is regularly criticized for its management of the XRP supply, its CTO, David Schwartz, made remarks that are sure to fuel the debate. According to him, Ripple has every right to act in its own interest through the sale of XRP tokens, a claim that raises eyebrows within the community. This statement comes as new elements strengthen the questions surrounding the distribution of XRP. A dormant wallet containing over $7 billion in XRP has been identified, and some massive transfers have been spotted in the markets. Between legitimate financial strategy and market manipulation, the question of the impact of Ripple's sales on the XRP price is more urgent than ever.
In a context of increasing uncertainty in the crypto market, Solana experienced a capital hemorrhage in February 2025. Investors, burnt by scandals related to memecoins and the recent record hack of Bybit, are massively turning to digital assets deemed safer.
Runbot, an innovative platform aiming to democratize automated crypto trading, is set to make its debut on the blockchain scene with a highly anticipated Initial DEX Offering (IDO) fundraising event this week. With the Token Generation Event scheduled for March 10, 2025, at 1:00 PM UTC, this announcement marks a key milestone for the project, which will be supported by several renowned launchpads.
The financial landscape of Bitcoin is undergoing a silent transformation. Blockstream, a giant in blockchain infrastructure, has just unveiled an initiative that could rewrite the rules of institutional credit. With three funds totaling several billion dollars, the company is opening an unprecedented breach: transforming Bitcoin into liquid leverage without requiring its sale. A bold move that places BTC holders at the center of a parallel financial system, where digital gold finally becomes a productive asset.
As the crypto market goes through a turbulent period, an unexpected asset is drawing all the attention. In an environment marked by widespread losses, Pi Network has just dethroned Hedera (HBAR) in market capitalization, rising to 11th place in the crypto rankings. This turnaround raises questions, both about the drivers of this ascent and the sustainability of the phenomenon. Amid the collapse of giants like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, how is Pi Coin managing to show gains?