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Pump.fun Rolls Out PumpSwap DEX to Compete with Raydium
Pump.fun, the well-known meme coin launcher, has taken a significant step in the decentralized finance space by launching PumpSwap, a decentralized exchange (DEX) operating on the Solana blockchain. This new platform aims to streamline token migrations and offers a fee-free trading experience, positioning itself as a direct competitor to Raydium, the leading DEX on Solana.…
Continue ReadingSEC ‘Earnest’ About Finding Workable Crypto Policy, Commissioners Say at Roundtable
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking proactive steps to establish a regulatory framework for the burgeoning cryptocurrency market. Commissioner Hester Peirce, who heads the agency’s crypto task force, expressed optimism during the SEC’s inaugural crypto-focused roundtable, indicating that the staff is eager to collaborate with the crypto industry to…
Continue ReadingPrice analysis 3/21: BTC, ETH, XRP, BNB, SOL, ADA, DOGE, TON, LINK, LEO
Bitcoin’s recovery is encountering resistance at elevated levels, an indication that bearish sentiment remains strong. According to trading resource Material Indicators, a notable player known as "Spoofy the Whale" has been actively suppressing Bitcoin’s price below the $87,500 mark. This resistance has led analysts to contemplate whether Bitcoin has reached its downside limit, particularly in…
Continue ReadingRipple Wins SEC Case, Fed Refuses to Lower Interest Rates, BTC Price Holds Steady: Your Weekly Recap
The cryptocurrency market experienced a notably calmer trading week, contrasting sharply with the dramatic fluctuations observed in previous sessions. Bitcoin (BTC) remained relatively stable, hovering around $84,000 throughout the weekend, with a brief bout of volatility on Sunday. This fluctuation was triggered when a major investor, or whale, opened a short position, leading some community…
Continue ReadingMarkets Flat, an Industry Buoyant
Crypto markets experienced a flat week, with Bitcoin oscillating between the $83,000 to $84,000 range. The CoinDesk 20 index, which tracks approximately 80% of the cryptocurrency market, maintained a steady position around 2,600. The overall price stagnation can be attributed to a growing correlation with broader financial markets, which are grappling with tariff concerns and…
Continue ReadingTraditional financial markets won’t survive without RWA tokenization
In recent times, America’s tariff policies have intensified global tensions, leading to a trade war that has driven investors toward stable, yield-generating alternatives. The landscape of global financial markets has long been marred by challenges related to illiquidity, opacity, and scalability, rendering them vulnerable regardless of external economic pressures. In this context, tokenized real-world assets…
Continue ReadingZachXBT Identifies Hyperliquid Whale as UK Fraudster
Prominent on-chain investigator ZachXBT has identified William Parker, a UK man formerly known as Alistair Packover, as the notorious “Hyperliquid whale.” Parker’s past involves serious criminal activity, including a $1 million casino theft and various hacking scandals, which raises questions about the legitimacy of his more recent cryptocurrency dealings. Allegations suggest that Parker manipulated cryptocurrency…
Continue ReadingXRP Price Surges After SEC Drops Appeal as Solaxy L2 Project Nears $28M in ICO
XRP experienced a significant price surge following the announcement that the SEC would be dropping its long-standing legal appeal against Ripple Labs. This unexpected move marked the conclusion of a legal battle that has been ongoing since December 2020, which had previously constrained the growth and adoption of XRP. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated on…
Continue ReadingBTC Price Set for Worst Q1 Since 2020 as Trump Approaches 100 Days
By James Van Straten (All times ET unless indicated otherwise) As March approaches its end, the crypto market has experienced a notably challenging first quarter, primarily reflected in price movements. Bitcoin (BTC) has faced a 10% decline, marking its weakest first-quarter performance since 2020. Ethereum (ETH) is faring even worse, having recorded its poorest first…
Continue ReadingBitcoin speculative appetite declines as investors seek safety
Investor sentiment in the cryptocurrency market is shifting dramatically, marked by a diminished appetite for speculative trading in favor of more secure digital assets. This change in mood comes on the heels of several high-profile memecoin scams and overarching macroeconomic volatility, prompting many investors to reassess their strategies. Recent data from Glassnode highlights a significant…
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