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The BRICS have co-opted several countries this year. A historic geopolitical moment that is expected to continue in 2024. An official from the group of countries revealed that six new countries will join the organization next year.

After a tumultuous year in 2022, the crypto market is experiencing a revival in 2023 with Bitcoin recently surpassing $40,000. The bullish trend is encouraging Web3 businesses to rehire.

The vice is tightening around Binance France following the explosive revelations by the Anticor association, which has reported to the justice suspicions of illegal taking of interests related to the recruitment of Stéphanie Cabossioras, former deputy legal director of the AMF.

As 2023 draws to a close, it's time for major projections about the trends that will dominate the crypto ecosystem in 2024. We have already presented VanEck's forecasts regarding the developments in this market next year. Keeping in line with providing you with an overview of the expected movements in this industry, we have also presented Bitwise's crypto predictions for this period. In the following lines, we will present Bitget's crypto speculation for 2024. What makes these forecasts unique is that they do not address the entire crypto industry, but rather focus solely on the ecosystem surrounding the flagship cryptocurrency: Bitcoin (BTC).

Since its spectacular rise on October 23rd, a day when it was flirting with $35,000, bitcoin has seen little decline. Today, the queen of cryptocurrencies surprised the community again by trading at $44,200. What can we expect from this change of pace?

The Solana crypto platform is making a name for itself. Its remarkable performance in key indicators, compared to Ethereum, is attracting attention. This is certainly a sign of a certain dynamism. However, this comes with certain limitations in terms of operational costs. We explain everything.

Bitcoin is gearing up for anything. Veteran options market expert Jon Najarian predicts a turbulent future for BTC. According to him, the approval of an ETF would propel its value to new heights. However, this surge would be short-lived, quickly followed by a precipitous drop. These predictions blend regulatory excitement with technical analysis vigilance. They chart an uncertain path for the most iconic cryptocurrency.

Ethereum has long been the cornerstone of crypto innovation and digital freedom. However, a recent announcement from bloXroute, a significant player in blockchain relays, is shaking this foundation. The decision to block transactions involving addresses sanctioned by the OFAC casts a shadow on Ethereum's decentralized philosophy. This new policy raises a crucial question: Is Ethereum on the verge of unprecedented censorship?

Bitcoin advances with hands raised, braving the bullets targeting it from all sides. Recently, a US bill has emerged, aiming to restrict Bitcoin. This bill reveals a power struggle between traditional banks and the expanding crypto sector. The involvement of bankers in drafting this law has been unveiled. Faced with this announcement, the crypto community is in turmoil. It wonders: Is this a deliberate maneuver to hinder Bitcoin?

No one wants to sell their bitcoin: are we preparing for a new ATH?

Bitcoin is back in the arena of the US Congress. Senator Elizabeth Warren resumes her foregone crusade against "unhosted wallets".

The Ethereum price finished the second week of December on a negative note, recording a drop of 6% and seems to continue its bearish movement. Let's examine together the future outlook for the ETH price.

The crypto sphere is an emotional rollercoaster, and recently, Bitcoin has shown why. With an impressive surge in its price, the crypto giant is generating as much excitement as concern. The recent dizzying ascent has highlighted a colossal risk: a massive liquidation of $700 million. In a universe where every rise might be the prelude to a spectacular fall, Bitcoin continues to keep investors on the edge of their seats.

Recently, Binance has reached an agreement valued at over $4 billion to drop investigations conducted against it by the US Department of Justice (DOJ). A similar agreement, involving, like the previous one, Changpeng Zhao, the former CEO of Binance, has been concluded most recently. This time, with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

At the heart of the buzz on Wall Street, Bitcoin finds itself in the spotlight with the potential entry of BlackRock through its new cash ETF. This breakthrough raises crucial questions: what implications will it have for the BTC market and what impact will it have on investors around the globe?

Ordinals and other inscriptions in Bitcoin transactions raise questions. Summary of the debate that has been raging for a few days.

Bitcoin ended the second week of December on a negative note, recording a 5% decline. However, it has started the new week on a positive note. Let's examine the future outlook for BTC's price together.

In a notable interview on CNBC, Michael Sonnenshein, the CEO of Grayscale Investments, makes a bold prediction: the upcoming approval of Bitcoin Spot ETFs could, in his view, open the way to a $30 trillion crypto market.

Wave by wave, the European Union (EU) has taken various sanctions against Russia since the invasion of Ukraine, with the goal of suffocating the country's economy. In this context, the European organization has just adopted a 12th wave of sanctions specifically targeting crypto activities conducted by Russians.

Ethereum, traditionally perceived as a pillar of reliability and innovation in the crypto universe, is facing a potential reputation crisis. Recent revelations by Lane Rettig, a former lead developer, have shaken the foundation of this perception. He claimed that over two-thirds of Ethereum tokens were acquired during a controversial pre-mining. These statements raise questions about the transparency and integrity of the Ethereum blockchain, prompting deep inquiries.

Fidelity, the second largest investment fund after Blackrock in the ETF race, sees bitcoin reaching 15 trillion dollars within seven years.

It seems that everything is coming together for Bitcoin to have an explosive year in 2024. This week has been more significant than most others in terms of the state of the markets. Two major events happened simultaneously with the release of the latest inflation data and the December meeting of the Federal Reserve, which announced plans for a rate cut.

Ethereum and Bitcoin are facing an unprecedented storm. Transaction fees on these networks have reached stratospheric levels, propelling the industry into an era of exorbitant fees. This situation, triggered by the rise of EVM inscriptions and ordinals, is radically transforming the use and perception of the world's two leading cryptocurrencies.

While Bitcoin is often seen as a young person's game, Bitwise Asset Management is changing the landscape. With the imminent approval of a BTC spot ETF, Bitwise is launching a bold advertising campaign. Targeting a broader audience, including Generation X, this campaign aims to educate and expand the perception of Bitcoin as a viable investment option.

The favorable signals for Bitcoin are accumulating in Russia lately. The Ministry of Finance wants a favorable legal framework.

The founder of the crypto firm Cardano, Charles Hoskinson, is opposed to any crypto collaboration involving this blockchain and Ripple's XRP. In a recent media release, the CEO discussed the reasons underlying this position, which he does not seem willing to change.

Week after week, the crypto sector continues to innovate and redefine the boundaries of finance and technology with boldness and creativity. In this weekly recap, we will delve into the most significant news of the past week, from El Salvador's pioneering Bitcoin bonds initiative to Donald Trump's controversial NFT collection, and the promising prospects of SEC approval for Bitcoin Spot ETFs. We will also examine the security incident at Ledger, the implications of BlackRock's entry into Bitcoin mining, and current trends surrounding Ethereum and Solana.

The Solana Saga phones, initially ignored, are now the subject of frenzy in the crypto community. On eBay, some models are selling for up to 5 times the price of the latest Apple iPhones.