Latest Bitcoin software called “malware” as developers split by code change
Bitcoin Core, the dominant software powering roughly 80% of all BTC nodes, has rolled out its long-awaited v30.0 update. The update, published on Oct. 11, brings optional encrypted node connections, performance and fee optimizations, and several bug fixes. Yet the change to
$9.4B in liquidations over 24 Hours triggers ‘2021 type situation for altcoins’
There may be no crying in the casino. But on days like these, you’d be forgiven for shedding a tear. With $9.4 billion liquidated in a single day in the crypto market, the flash crash comes just in time to
Ethereum’s $11B staking withdrawal delays ignite concerns over systemic vulnerabilities
Ethereum’s staking network is under growing strain as validator withdrawals climb to record levels, testing the system’s balance between liquidity and network security. Recent validator data shows that over 2.44 million ETH, valued at more than $10.5 billion, are now queued
BNB hits new all-time high amid rising memecoin activities; surpasses XRP in market value
BNB, the native token of Binance’s BNB Chain, has reclaimed the spotlight after soaring to a new all-time high, cementing its position as the world’s third-largest crypto by market capitalization. Data from CryptoSlate shows that BNB reached a record high of
Why JPMorgan is calling Bitcoin the “debasement trade”
JPMorgan is calling Bitcoin the “debasement trade,” which means you’re probably not bullish enough. The world’s biggest investment bank doesn’t hand out nicknames for speculative assets lightly. But Bitcoin has notched 17 years of unstoppable block-after-block resilience, and Wall Street
REX-Osprey and Defiance file 27 crypto ETFs, including staking and 3x leverage
REX-Osprey filed prospectuses for 21 crypto funds and Defiance lodged six more products on Oct. 3. Bloomberg’s James Seyffart shared the filings on X, with REX-Osprey’s roster spanning single-asset strategies, including AAVE, ADA, ATOM, and ENA. Some of the filings included
Will ‘Bitcoin staking’ on Starknet really make BTC productive?
Starknet has introduced a new feature that enables Bitcoin holders to stake their assets on its Ethereum-based Layer 2 network. Announced on Sept. 30, the update marks what the team calls the first trustless method of staking BTC beyond its original blockchain. Through the program,
Is the AI boom a house of cards? Deutsche Bank warns of unsustainable spending
The AI gold rush may be keeping the U.S. economy afloat, but according to Deutsche Bank, its current trajectory looks anything but sustainable. A new research note from the German lender warns that AI capital expenditures have reached such extraordinary heights
Bitcoin’s 2025 cycle dip mirrors 2017 – could $200k be next?
Bitcoin’s spot price movement throughout the third quarter of 2025 and its recent dip align closely with the cycle structure seen in 2017. Throughout the summer, Bitcoin oscillated in a consolidation range between $100,000 and $115,000, forming a technical base at
Bitcoin faces critical test as on-chain data reveals market exhaustion
Bitcoin’s (BTC) on-chain data reveals structural concerns about the sustainability of the current rally, and defending the $111,000 zone is fundamental to avoid further downside. As Glassnode reported on Sept. 25, the retreat from near $117,000 following the Federal Reserve’s rate
XRP’s DeFi utility sparks as liquid staking vault nears $20 million
XRP holders eager for yield opportunities have quickly embraced mXRP, the first liquid staking token native to the token’s ecosystem. On Sept. 25, blockchain infrastructure provider Axelar revealed that the product’s initial vault of 6.5 million tokens filled within two days
Bitcoin becomes a macroeconomic asset as countries race to ramp up adoption
Bitcoin (BTC) adoption is growing among countries, with 32 nations actively pursuing exposure through legislation, representing roughly one in six nations worldwide, according to a Bitcoin Policy Institute report published Sept. 22. The study documents a rapid acceleration in government adoption
Bitcoin’s ‘supply in loss’ doubled as price dipped below $112k
Bitcoin entered the third week of September under selling pressure that tested investor resilience but fell short of sparking the sort of capitulation that has defined earlier drawdowns in 2025. From Sept. 17 through Sept. 22, the market absorbed a $3,759
The dollar dying doesn’t make Bitcoin win
The rapid decline of the U.S. dollar has reignited dreams of “hyperbitcoinization” among Bitcoin proponents. But there is little evidence that the dollar dying means Bitcoin’s victory; and plenty that points toward widespread chaos instead. The dollar dying: lessons from currency
According to Adam Livingston, you have 5 years to stack Bitcoin before AI takes your soul
Are you paying attention? If Adam Livingston, author of The Bitcoin Age and The Great Harvest, is right, the most urgent countdown of your life is already underway. According to Livingston, AI isn’t just another in a long line of
Bitcoin’s next major move post-FOMC relies on staying above $115,200
Bitcoin (BTC) remains in a delicate balance following the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decision, where holding $115,200 is key to defining the next movement. Glassnode reported on Sept. 18 that derivatives markets and on-chain data revealed a market poised for its
Bitcoin’s volatility drops below Nasdaq 100 firms as maturation marks milestone
Bitcoin is now less volatile than nearly every company in the Nasdaq 100, according to new research from CEX.io According to the firm, every company in the Nasdaq 100 currently exhibits higher realized volatility than Bitcoin on a three-month basis, with
Two-speed market leaves Bitcoin caught between profit-taking and hesitation
Bitcoin is caught in a strange balance. On one side, long-term holders are consistently realizing gains at elevated levels, turning years-old coins into profit at every opportunity. On the other hand, short-term holders are barely scraping past break-even, showing almost no