Posts tagged as "Bitcoin"
The 2025 crypto token listings delivered dismal post-launch performance, with the vast majority of new altcoins declining sharply on major platforms. This widespread underperformance has sparked intense discussion about the viability of traditional passive strategies like buy-and-hold (or HODL) in the current cryptocurrency landscape. Broad-Based Weakness in New Token Launches Across Exchanges Data compiled by […]
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) opted to maintain the federal funds target range at 3.5%–3.75% during its January 28, 2026 meeting, marking a deliberate pause after three consecutive 0.25% reductions in late 2025 (September, October, and December). This follows a broader easing phase that began in September 2024, with six total cuts bringing borrowing […]
San Salvador, El Salvador, 29th January 2026, FinanceWire
Key Takeaways Top 12 stablecoins lost ~$2.24 billion in market cap over 10 days, signaling reduced liquidity in crypto. Capital rotation favors gold and silver, which hit record highs amid rising uncertainty. Lower stablecoin supply limits buying power, pressuring altcoins more than Bitcoin. Even major players like Tether are bolstering gold holdings for stability. Capital […]
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 26th January 2026, FinanceWire
UBS, the global wealth management leader overseeing more than $7 trillion in assets under management, is set to introduce direct cryptocurrency access for high-net-worth individuals. The Swiss institution plans to enable select private banking clients to trade Bitcoin and Ethereum, marking a strategic pivot toward digital assets amid rising client interest. Per a Bloomberg report […]
In the fast-evolving world of digital assets, newcomers frequently fixate on a single token’s price tag. Yet seasoned participants prioritize market capitalization (market cap) as the superior indicator of an asset’s true standing, stability, and future prospects. This comprehensive guide breaks down market cap fundamentals, explains why it delivers deeper insights than price, and shows […]
Crypto portfolio management platform adds real-time position monitoring for three major perpetual trading protocols CoinStats has announced the integration of three perpetual decentralized exchanges. Aster, Hyperliquid, and Lighter are now available on the crypto portfolio tracker. Traders can monitor their derivative positions alongside spot holdings and centralized exchange balances. Traders can now track Perpetual DEX […]
The global payments leader Mastercard is shifting gears in its crypto strategy. After Zerohash declined a full buyout to stay independent, the two parties are now negotiating a minority stake or strategic funding round. This approach would grant Mastercard deeper access to Zerohash’s robust technology stack and expanding client network without assuming complete ownership. Industry […]
Key Highlights Global digital asset investment vehicles recorded $2.17 billion in net new capital last week—the strongest weekly performance since mid-October 2025. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs dominated, pulling in approximately $1.42 billion, with BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) capturing over $1.03 billion alone. Analysts highlight that geopolitical strains and trade policy uncertainties currently outweigh fund […]
Bitcoin (BTC) experienced a notable decline in early Asian trading on Monday, retreating from recent gains as escalating geopolitical tensions and delays in U.S. crypto legislation pressured risk assets. The leading cryptocurrency traded down approximately 2-3% to levels near $92,500, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of potential tariffs on several European nations tied to his […]
Belgium’s second-largest bank, KBC Group, has announced a groundbreaking step into the digital asset space. Starting the week of February 16, 2026, retail clients will gain access to spot trading of Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) directly through the bank’s popular online investment platform, Bolero. This positions KBC as the pioneering Belgian financial institution to […]