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Cryptos experience drastic fluctuations that can create and destroy fortunes within a few hours. Today, one project is capturing all the attention: Hamster Kombat (HMSTR). Despite an explosive start thanks to a generous airdrop, the token struggles to surpass the symbolic threshold of $0.1.

The euphoria surrounding the artificial intelligence (AI) token sector took a severe hit this October, with a loss of $4.69 billion in just three days. While investors were expecting a recovery traditionally associated with this month, a declining market marked the beginning of this quarter. This sudden volatility, affecting a sector often perceived as a driver of revolutionary innovations, raises even more questions.

The world is undergoing a geopolitical reshaping. While tensions between major powers shape international relations, economic alliances are evolving at an unprecedented speed. At the heart of this new global order, BRICS, the bloc of major emerging economies, is asserting itself as a key player capable of reshaping global balances. This group, once reserved for five members, has recently opened up to new candidates, adding giants like Iran and Saudi Arabia to its ranks. It is in this context that Turkey, under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, seeks to join this influential alliance. A strategic decision that comes at a time when the prospects of EU membership are fading, prompting Ankara to diversify its economic and geopolitical partnerships. However, this candidacy is not universally accepted: BRICS, still in the consolidation phase after its last expansion, may slow down before making new decisions. This is despite the growing interest of about twenty nations to join the group.

As the dawn of the American presidential elections on November 5, 2024 approaches, the crypto market is preparing to face a period of high volatility, with Ether (ETH) at the forefront. Unlike Bitcoin (BTC), which is considered a relatively stable safe haven, ETH is drawing increased attention due to its close ties with the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem. As investors scrutinize potential regulations that could follow the election of a pro-crypto or anti-crypto candidate, they predict extreme price movements.

The colossal debt of the United States and its potential repercussions on the global economy are increasingly worrying. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, does not hesitate to sound the alarm, predicting an imminent bankruptcy of America if nothing changes. An analysis of a worrying economic situation and its stakes.

As cryptocurrencies reshape the global financial landscape, their adoption by nation-states remains a sensitive topic. El Salvador, the first country to recognize Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, has drawn the attention of international regulators. However, this bold initiative is now facing significant resistance. The International Monetary Fund (IMF), which closely monitors the economic implications of this adoption, is intensifying its calls for a review of the legislation surrounding Bitcoin in this country.

Visa is going green with blockchain! BBVA is already preparing for a pilot in 2025 on Ethereum. The goal? To tokenize everything!

Bitcoin miners are in a critical situation, with revenues plummeting to levels not seen in over a year. September was particularly brutal, with only $816 million generated by all miners. But that's not all. Transaction fees have also dropped, reaching a historic low of $13.86 million. A catastrophe that threatens the entire network?

The Bitcoin market may be on the brink of entering an unprecedented era. For the first time since its inception, the flagship crypto is 100 days ahead of its traditional bullish cycle, paving the way for a potential "supercycle." This acceleration, highlighted in the latest CoinMarketCap report, could disrupt usual predictions and signals a possible surge in prices well before initial expectations.

Vitalik wants to lower the threshold for ETH staking, so that even the average Joe can finally join the party.

The future of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States could unfold in the coming months, and the Ripple case is at its core. Indeed, the filing of a new appeal by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on October 2, 2024, in its lawsuit against Ripple Labs reignites the debate over the legal status of cryptocurrencies. Following an initial ruling in favor of Ripple in 2023, this appeal reshuffles expectations, as the upcoming decision could redefine the rules of the game for the entire ecosystem.

Goldman Sachs has made a resounding statement about the future of the dollar. Indeed, the banking giant anticipates a gradual weakening of the American currency, a direct consequence of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate cuts. The significance of this announcement lies not only in its impact on foreign exchange markets but also in global investment strategies, especially in a context where cryptocurrencies continue to establish themselves as alternative safe havens.

There are countries where people are forced to use a CBDC, and others, like Norway, where it is legally required to accept cash.

As the end of the year approaches, all eyes are on Bitcoin, whose historical and current performances are sparking intense debates within the crypto community. Indeed, after a notable drop of 7% from its last local peak, investors view this correction not as a threat, but as an opportunity. Thus, Bitcoin's key metrics seem to be "resetting", which could prepare the crypto for a major movement in the last quarter of 2024.

Solana seems to be drawing all the attention again, as the volumes of its decentralized applications (DApps) soared by 46% in just a week. In a market where projects sometimes struggle to maintain their momentum, this performance could herald a new dynamic for the network, particularly for its native cryptocurrency, SOL. At a time when the altcoin sector is undergoing a widespread correction, Solana stands out for its resilience, advanced technology, and growing adoption.

As the Middle East goes up in flames, Bitcoin stumbles. Gold, on the other hand, sparkles like a Napoleon found under a mattress.

New massive acquisition: Metaplanet invests another $6.9 million in Bitcoin. We deliver all the details in this article.

The American economy is going through a pivotal phase, where every word spoken by the Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome POWELL, is scrutinized with particular attention. Indeed, he has expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of reducing inflation to 2%, the Fed's target. This statement is not only crucial for traditional markets, but it could also be the catalyst for a new major rally in Bitcoin.

A combination of global economic fears and speculation surrounding a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector is shaking Bitcoin, leading to a loss of investor confidence. Yesterday, September 30th, Bitcoin recorded a drop. This decline is merely a symptom of a deeper malaise affecting the entire crypto market. Amid fears of a global recession and speculation about tech bubbles, investors are watching every move with apprehension.

Small traders have deserted the Bitcoin ship, leaving the whales to play among themselves without making too many waves.

Ethereum, the second largest blockchain in the world, is once again in the spotlight. As its network continues to gain popularity, particularly due to the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, a recurring issue has resurfaced: the surge in transaction fees. Indeed, with record volumes on decentralized exchanges (DEX) and an exponential increase in the number of active addresses, Ethereum is facing growing congestion that directly impacts its users.

The Paris Stock Exchange is retreating! Investors are waiting for key economic data this week that could influence the market.

For a long time, memecoins, these cryptos inspired by online popular culture, have intrigued as much as they have divided, but their ability to capture billions in record time is undeniable. Last week, Shiba Inu, one of the most popular memecoins, saw a spectacular jump of 42%, adding 6 billion dollars to its market capitalization. What explains this sudden resurgence of interest in memecoins, and what implications could this have on the broader crypto ecosystem?

As the crypto sector appears to be entering a maturation phase, Grayscale's new report for the fourth quarter of 2024 unveils key trends to watch. With the rise of decentralized artificial intelligence platforms, the tokenization of traditional assets, and significant changes within major cryptos, this report outlines a valuable roadmap for understanding the upcoming developments.

Amid revolutionary announcements, technological evolutions, and regulatory turbulence, the crypto ecosystem continues to prove that it is both a territory of limitless innovations and a battlefield of regulatory and economic strife. Here is a summary of the most significant news from the past week regarding Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance, Solana, and Ripple.

The FED has just made a major change in its monetary policy. After 17 months of status quo, the central bank has decided to cut its key interest rates by 0.50 percentage points at its September meeting. Are you ready for the return of the printing press?

Is Europe doomed to economic decline? This is the question that haunts minds as the Old Continent loses ground against the United States in terms of productivity. A much-anticipated report from Mario Draghi, former Italian Prime Minister, paints an alarming picture of the situation!

Amid a period of global economic volatility, Saudi Arabia has made a decision that could redefine energy and geopolitical balances. As the price of a barrel of oil reached 100 dollars, Riyadh chose to significantly increase its oil production, a maneuver aimed at lowering crude prices in international markets.