With some exceptions, Ethereum has been a pain trade throughout most of this cycle. Major rallies for Bitcoin, Solana, and various meme coins saw the majority of gains this cycle. Ethereum is still up considerably from its 2022/23 lows but relatively less. But this was about to change, or so the expectation of many went. Ethereum Spot ETFs finally began trading on July 23rd. This marks a major milestone for the cryptocurrency market after the…
The launch of Spot Ethereum ETF on July 23rd, 2023, marked a groundbreaking moment for the cryptocurrency industry. Following years of scrutiny and debate with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Ethereum has joined Bitcoin in the ETF space, offering investors regulated access to one of the most popular cryptocurrencies. This milestone builds upon the earlier approval of Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which set a precedent for mainstream adoption of crypto assets through traditional financial channels. In…
On July 9, Paxos, a leading regulated blockchain infrastructure platform, received a “formal termination notice” from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This notice confirmed that the SEC would not recommend enforcement action against Paxos in its investigation of the BUSD token. The conclusion of this investigation marks a significant milestone for Paxos and the broader crypto market. Background on Paxos Founded in 2012, Paxos has become a leading regulated blockchain and tokenization…
It is easy to tell the story of Bitcoin’s price movement this year. We first saw a nearly parabolic rise in price following the ETF approval. Bitcoin’s value then fluctuated between $60,000 and $70,000 for several months. Momentum was building up for a breakout either upwards or downwards. The more the traditionally slower summer months approached, the less likely another upward move became. Now that we have seen a clear break below $60,000, any bullish momentum is over. Now, patience…
Solana, a major player in the blockchain industry, is revolutionizing crypto transactions with its latest innovation: Blinks and Actions. These tools aim to make blockchain interactions as seamless as sharing a link on social media, promising a more accessible and integrated crypto experience for users. What Are Solana Blinks and Actions? Developed by the Solana Foundation in collaboration with Dialect, Blinks and Actions are designed to simplify blockchain transactions. These features allow users to…
The bull market of 2024 has lost steam because of the Bitcoin release by Mt. Gox. Bitcoin’s price, which was initially pushed up by ETF flow and the momentum surrounding its halving, has been slowly retreating since it briefly reached a new all-time high in March this year. Altcoins are mostly experiencing a depressing market in 2024. Except for a brief memecoin frenzy, the prices of most projects have steadily declined since early in the year. The market is…
In a groundbreaking announcement at the BTC Prague conference, Deutsche Telekom, Europe’s largest telecom provider and parent of T-Mobile, revealed its plans to enter the Bitcoin mining industry. Dirk Röder, head of Web3 infrastructure at Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary T-Systems MMS, shared the company’s vision of not just mining Bitcoin but also innovating how it’s done. With its global network and technological expertise, Deutsche Telekom sees this move as a natural extension of its services. …
Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Websites In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. One particular threat that Coinrule users should be aware of is the emergence of fraudulent websites impersonating our platform. These malicious sites, often using names like “Coinrule-web3,” are designed to deceive and exploit unsuspecting users. This article aims to raise awareness about web3 scam sites and provide essential tips to help you stay safe. What is the…
Imagine a situation: you suddenly need to start trading cryptocurrencies. What do you do? There are several trading platforms available, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Firstly, centralized exchanges (CEX) are reliable and user-friendly, but they require account verification and may have security concerns. Secondly, decentralized exchanges (DEX) offer more privacy and control but can be complex for beginners. Today, we will delve deeper into how to choose the best crypto trading platform. Key Factors…
An Echo Bubble is not a concept familiar to traditional finance traders. In crypto, the concept of echo-bubble was popularised by the famous trader GCR. It’s the idea that a mini-bubble ‘echoes’ a previous big bubble in a subsequent period. In 2019, the markets saw a short-lived crypto echo-bubble that followed the 2017 rally. Given how immense the 2021 Bitcoin and the crypto market grew into an All-Time High (ATH), many traders anticipated a significant…