The year 2024 has been marked by a spectacular rise in the value of cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin reaching an historic peak of $108,135. However, this meteoric growth has also led to a troubling increase in kidnappings and extortions targeting crypto traders and investors.
Metaplanet, a Japanese company specializing in bitcoin, recently announced its ambition to acquire 10,000 BTC by 2025. This initiative marks an important step in the company's strategy to strengthen its position as a leader in bitcoin treasury in Asia, placing it in direct competition with MicroStrategy.
Solana, a blockchain known for its speed and efficiency, has recently achieved a major milestone by becoming resistant to quantum attacks. This advancement was announced by a Solana developer, who explained that the solution is based on an ancient yet extremely robust crypto technique.
In 2025, venture capital in the crypto sector will continue to grow. According to experts, venture capital investors will focus on three burgeoning areas in the cryptocurrency industry, likely attracting nearly 18 billion dollars in investments.
In January 2025, Ripple's XRP appears set for a significant rise, according to crypto data. Since the beginning of the year, XRP has already increased by 7%, extending its rally that started during the New Year celebrations. This rise is supported by five major elements that will enable XRP to reach new heights in the coming days.
Do Kwon, co-founder of Terraform Labs, appeared before a U.S. judge on January 2, 2025, where he pleaded not guilty to charges of fraud and money laundering. This hearing marks a key milestone in a case that has shaken the crypto world since the collapse of the Terra ecosystem.
In December 2024, BlackRock's Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded new record net outflows reaching 188 million dollars! Meanwhile, Ethereum (ETH) ETFs attracted over 2.5 billion dollars in net inflows. This trend marks a notable shift in the preferences of institutional investors.
In December 2024, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) based on Ether (ETH) saw net inflows exceeding $2.6 billion, marking a significant milestone for these crypto products. This performance reflects a growing interest in Ether ETFs, despite their lag behind Bitcoin ETFs, which closed the year with net inflows of over $35 billion.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 European Union stands on the brink of a historic change with the impending implementation of the MiCA regulation (Markets in Crypto-Assets), aimed at regulating cryptocurrencies and enhancing transparency in the market. Among the many implications of this regulation, the fate of the USDT stablecoin, issued by Tether, raises significant questions. This token, which holds a central position in crypto transactions worldwide, could be banned or restricted in Europe if authorities deem it does not meet MiCA's requirements. However, as the deadline of December 30, 2024 approaches, no clear directive has been communicated. This situation has led to varied responses among major exchange platforms. For instance, Coinbase has taken the lead by removing USDT from its European services and opts for a conservative approach in the face of regulatory uncertainties. Conversely, major players like Binance and Crypto.com keep the stablecoin accessible, as they bet on future clarifications. This climate of ambiguity reflects the scale of the challenges posed by implementing MiCA and highlights the need for a harmonized framework to avoid disrupting a rapidly growing sector.
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.
Rune transactions on the Bitcoin network have recently hit a new historical low, representing only 1.67% of daily transactions. This figure marks a significant decrease compared to the period between April and November when Rune transactions often accounted for over 50% of daily transactions on the Bitcoin network.
A famous economist recently announced the arrival of the "Santa Claus rally" for Bitcoin, predicting a spectacular price increase by the end of the year. This trend, supported by strong technical backing, could propel BTC to new historical highs, despite some challenges.
MicroStrategy, a global leader in Bitcoin holdings, is proposing a massive stock increase to finance the purchase of more bitcoins. This initiative, aiming to raise $42 billion, reflects the company's ambitious strategy to strengthen its position in BTC treasury management.
A crypto analyst, Michael van de Poppe, predicts that Ethereum (ETH) could surpass Bitcoin (BTC) in January 2025. This prediction is based on a key factor, which could trigger an "altcoin run" and attract more investments into the Ethereum ecosystem.
In December 2024, Bitcoin experienced a slight decline of 2.4%, raising questions about the end of the bull market. Despite this drop, BTC remains a winning asset for the year, with an increase of nearly 50% in the fourth quarter.
The "Santa Claus rally" seems to have hit a snag this year, with Bitcoin reaching its lowest price of December 2024 at $92,442. This unexpected drop has surprised investors, calling into question the historical trends of rising prices during the holiday season.
The year 2024 was marked by significant advancements in the world of cryptocurrencies, with several exchange platforms standing out for their performance, security, and innovation. Here is an overview of the three crypto exchanges that dominated this year.
The cryptocurrency market has recently been shaken by a record fund outflow of 73 million dollars from BlackRock's Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) (IBIT). This event marks the largest fund outflow since the ETF's launch in January 2024.
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Nate Geraci, a well-known expert in the field of Bitcoin ETFs, recently expressed his optimism about the launch of an unusual fund proposed by Nexo, a major player in fintech. This fund, named Nexo 7RCC, combines investments in spot bitcoin and futures contracts on carbon credits, a first in the ETF sector.