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Bitcoin has just experienced an unexpected hiccup: its mining difficulty has decreased for the first time in four months. A fragile breath in an ecosystem accustomed to constant escalation. However, behind this seemingly technical number lies a much more tumultuous story. Amid site closures, rapid updates, and survival strategies, the mining sector is navigating a silent storm. What if this decline were a symptom of a deeper transformation?

The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) has tightened the noose on cryptocurrencies. On February 5, the regulator excluded crypto funds from reduced margin eligibility, citing their high volatility and liquidity risks.

The crypto market has always been marked by periods of extreme volatility, where panic and opportunities intersect in an instant. Indeed, the recent crash on February 3rd once again illustrated this reality. While XRP plummeted sharply to $1.78, some investors, far from succumbing to panic, seized the opportunity to massively bolster their positions. Among them, Korean traders played a key role. They bought large volumes, allowing XRP to rebound above $2 in record time. But, is this sudden influx of liquidity a sustainable bullish signal or just a temporary reaction from Asian markets?

Holding bitcoin for three years and permanently avoiding capital gains tax? This once-unimaginable scenario is becoming a reality in the Czech Republic. Starting in 2025, cryptocurrency investors will benefit from a full exemption on their capital gains, provided they adhere to a holding period and certain specific rules. This initiative is shaking up the European tax landscape, stirring both the enthusiasm of investors and the questions of experts. What are the stakes of this bold reform? An analysis of a measure with significant implications.

Financial markets have their prophecies, and those of the crypto world are no exception. Indeed, when a $100 billion asset manager like VanEck makes an ambitious prediction such as Solana (SOL) rising to $520 by the end of 2025, the crypto ecosystem stops, observes, and analyzes. Should this be seen as a reliable indicator or an excess of optimism? This announcement is already provoking reactions from investors and analysts. Between technological prospects and market realities, let's revisit this forecast that could reshape the crypto landscape.

Cryptocurrencies continue to divide the academic and financial world. While some see them as an inevitable monetary revolution, others persist in viewing them as a bubble destined to burst. Eugene Fama, a renowned economist and Nobel Prize winner, has thrown a stone into the pond by claiming that Bitcoin is doomed to become worthless. According to him, fundamental economic principles make its long-term survival impossible. A radical prediction that provokes numerous reactions, particularly in a context where BTC continues to be adopted by financial institutions and governments.

Bitcoin maintains its position around 98,000 dollars at the opening of Wall Street on February 6, as analysts closely scrutinize technical indicators to anticipate the next direction of the market.

Rumors about a common BRICS currency frequently resurface, fueling speculation about a possible counterweight to the dollar. As several nations seek to reduce their dependence on the greenback, the prospect of a shared currency raises concerns in the United States. Donald Trump has threatened to impose sanctions on countries considering an alternative. However, the Kremlin has just defused the debate: no such project is under discussion. Instead, the bloc prioritizes joint investment platforms, leaving doubt about its true monetary strategy.

Tesla, once the king of electric roads, sees its empire wobble: Europe turns away, Musk slips, and the competition hits the gas. Is the future without him?

Sino-American relations continue to deteriorate, pushing China to strengthen its ties with the European Union. Lin Jian, spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Beijing sees Europe as a "global strategic partner and an important and independent pillar in a multipolar world."

A new survey by JPMorgan reveals that the majority of institutional investors remain hesitant about cryptocurrencies, despite the improving regulatory framework in the United States. Only 29% of participants are active or plan to engage in this market.

Crypto donations surpassed one billion dollars in 2024, reaching a historic record driven by rising markets and a more favorable regulatory framework.

The crypto landscape is undergoing a silent earthquake. As altcoins attempted to rise into the spotlight, a giant regained control: Bitcoin. By the end of 2024, the "altcoin season" had faded, yielding to an overwhelming dominance of BTC. According to Rekt Capital, a respected analyst, Bitcoin could reach a 71% market share before any altcoin revival. A scenario that resonates as a warning for overly optimistic investors. But how did we get here? And what does this dynamic reveal about the evolution of the market?

The American company MicroStrategy, known for its massive commitment to BTC, announced a major rebranding. From now on, it will simply be called "Strategy" and will adopt the orange color and the bitcoin logo, marking a new step in its evolution. This rebranding is accompanied by a massive investment in bitcoin, with a purchase of 20.5 billion dollars in BTC during the fourth quarter of 2024.

Solana signs a spectacular performance in the fourth quarter of 2024 with a 213% increase in revenue generated by its applications, amounting to $840 million compared to $268 million in the previous quarter. This rapid surge is based on the explosion of memecoin trading, as well as the rise of tokens related to artificial intelligence. Once criticized for its repeated outages, the blockchain now establishes itself as a key player in the sector, attracting traders, developers, and investors. This swift transformation, indicated by Messari, illustrates Solana's evolution towards a more structured ecosystem, fueled by growing adoption and a massive influx of liquidity.

While Google drowns AI in a rain of dollars, a small Chinese genius tinkers in his garage and shakes Silicon Valley. Butterfly effect or storm to come?

The crypto market is going through a turbulent period, and altcoins seem far from reaching their December highs. According to analyst Matthew Hyland, it will likely take until April, or even longer, to see a full recovery.

Ethereum: 52% of validators approve an increase in the gas limit! Reduction of fees or a threat to the network's security? Analysis.

Shares of gold mining companies surged on Wednesday, February 5th, on Wall Street, driven by a new historic record of gold at $2,869.68 per ounce. This spectacular increase comes amid a revived trade war between Washington and Beijing, prompting investors towards safe-haven assets.

The creation by Donald Trump of a sovereign fund overseen by Howard Lutnick is very promising for the bitcoin reserve.

Crypto traders are disoriented by a market that no longer reacts according to traditional patterns, despite an apparently favorable context with the pro-crypto initiatives of the U.S. government.

Solana (SOL), one of the leading cryptocurrencies in the market, is currently at a decisive crossroads. After reaching a peak of $220, the price began to decline, breaking through support levels at $215 and $212. Currently, SOL is trading below $205 and the 100-hour simple moving average, indicating persistent bearish pressure. But everything could soon swing!

A new threat looms over the crypto world. According to a recent analysis conducted by Kaspersky, a malware called "SparkCat" integrates into the software development kits (SDKs) used to create applications available on the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. This malware is specifically designed to extract recovery phrases of crypto wallets from images stored on users' devices, thus jeopardizing the security of their funds.

Ultra, an innovative gaming platform, aims to become the “Netflix of Gaming” by offering an accessible and integrated gaming experience for Web2 and Web3 games. Their vision is to revolutionize the gaming industry by providing a unique platform that combines ease of use with a rich library of immersive games.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is experiencing a period of instability. The memecoin is losing ground and is now below $0.30. This sharp decline revives uncertainty among investors as selling pressure increases. However, some analysts see it as merely a technical pullback, necessary before a new leap to unprecedented heights. Trader Tardigrade and DOGECAPITAL, influential figures in the market, believe that this correction fits into a larger bullish cycle, already observed in the past. In 2016 and 2021, Dogecoin experienced similar drops before soaring by 9,222% and 30,693%, respectively. If history repeats itself, DOGE could soon embark on a spectacular rise. But is this scenario really credible?

The growing adoption of inscriptions on Bitcoin could push the average block size to 4 megabytes (MB), according to a report published on February 4 by Mempool Research. This significant development occurs in a context where the debate over the use of the Bitcoin network echoes the old "block wars" that divided the community between 2015 and 2017.

The crypto market has just experienced a historic day, marked by a massive influx of capital into Ethereum. Indeed, the second largest cryptocurrency reached an all-time high of 38 billion dollars in daily trading volume, a threshold never crossed before. This spike in activity coincides with significant volatility in the price, which dropped to 2,152 dollars before rising back to 2,919 dollars. In an unexpected turn, Eric Trump, son of the American president, publicly expressed his optimism about investing in ETH. His statement comes as significant transfers of ETH to Coinbase have been observed, reinforcing speculation about growing institutional interest. This dual signal, between record volume and unforeseen political support, raises many questions about the market's evolution and the important role of Ethereum in the crypto ecosystem.

A key step has been taken in the regulation of the crypto market in the United States. Under the leadership of Mark Uyeda, acting chair, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the creation of a Crypto Task Force, an entity responsible for providing more clarity to the rules governing cryptocurrencies. To structure its actions, the SEC has launched a dedicated website that offers companies and investors a space to submit their proposals and better understand regulatory requirements. This initiative comes as the crypto sector calls for clear guidelines and as the SEC faces off against the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) over the issue of jurisdiction for cryptocurrencies. In addition to defining the boundary between securities and unregulated assets, this task force could shape the future of crypto ETFs and influence the oversight of trading platforms. However, its real impact will depend on its ability to establish a constructive dialogue with the industry, an approach that is still lacking in the SEC's current policy.