Articles for category: Crypto

October 9, 2025

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Aave V4 Set to Revolutionize DeFi with Unified Liquidity Model

Aave, the leading lending protocol in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, is on the cusp of a significant transformation with the anticipated launch of its V4 upgrade. This innovative version aims to reshape liquidity flow within DeFi by introducing a shared liquidity infrastructure that various lending markets can effectively leverage. The latest insights from Aave’s development team outline a modular architecture that they describe as a “hub-and-spoke” model. With this design, liquidity is centralized within “Hubs,” while “Spokes” represent the various specialized lending markets that connect to these hubs. This architecture enables each Spoke to establish personalized lending rules and

October 9, 2025

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Bitcoin’s Surge Stalls as Market Volatility Rises

In a dramatic turn of events, Bitcoin’s rally back towards its record high of over $124,000 faced a significant setback, dipping below the crucial $121,000 mark during morning trading in the U.S. on Thursday. The cryptocurrency, which was geared up for a potential climb, experienced a swift reversal, cascading alongside the fluctuations seen in the gold and silver markets. Gold had recently drawn attention for its price movements, but silver took center stage on Thursday, hitting an all-time high of $50 per ounce. This surge, however, prompted quick profit-taking among traders, resulting in a rapid 4% decline, bringing silver’s price

October 9, 2025

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Bitcoin Stabilizes at $123K Following Leverage Reset, Analysts Eye Further Gains

Bitcoin (BTC) has successfully established a trading range between $120,000 and $125,000, following a significant 8% downturn in leverage within the futures market. This movement suggests that the $120,000 threshold could serve as a pivotal demand zone for traders looking to capitalize on emerging market dynamics. Market analysts have noted that following the correction, Bitcoin’s bounce back from the $120,000 level reflects a renewed interest from buyers. Data from Binance shows an increase in cumulative volume delta (CVD) in the spot market, indicating a reinvigoration of spot buying activity. This aligns with observations from Skew, which report that the clustering

October 9, 2025

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Citi Ventures Partners with Visa to Support Stablecoin Platform BVNK

The latest evolution in the stablecoin payments landscape has seen a significant strategic partnership as Citigroup’s venture arm, Citi Ventures, announces its investment in the stablecoin payment platform BVNK. This move further solidifies BVNK’s position in the rapidly growing digital payments sector, coming shortly after Visa made its own investment in the company earlier this year. The precise amount of Citi’s investment has not been disclosed, but its entry into the stablecoin space reflects a broader trend among major financial institutions aiming to capitalize on the potential of blockchain technology and digital currencies. Citi Ventures’ participation suggests a strong belief

October 9, 2025

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Luxembourg’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Makes Historic Move with 1% Investment in Bitcoin ETFs

In a groundbreaking development for cryptocurrency adoption in Europe, Luxembourg’s sovereign wealth fund has committed 1% of its portfolio to Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This strategic investment underscores the nation’s progressive stance towards digital assets, making it one of the first state-backed entities on the continent to engage in such an endeavor. Bob Kieffer, Luxembourg’s Director of the Treasury and Secretary General, shared this information through a LinkedIn update on Wednesday. He highlighted that the announcement came from Finance Minister Gilles Roth during his presentation outlining the 2026 Budget to the Luxembourg legislature, known as the Chambre des Députés. Kieffer

October 9, 2025

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Bitcoin Surges Past $123,000 as Analysts Assess Influences Behind the Rally

Good morning, Asia! Here’s a snapshot of the latest developments making waves in the markets. Bitcoin (BTC) is starting the Thursday trading session in Asia strong, with prices exceeding $123,000. Market analysts describe this upward trajectory as resembling a rocket’s path through clouds, fueled by significant ETF inflows and strategic accumulation from mid-tier investors, suggesting that many believe the peak is still ahead. The optimism surrounding Bitcoin’s rise is supported by a triangulation of perspectives from leading market analysts. In a recent analysis, QCP Capital noted a shift of capital from overheated AI stocks towards “credibility hedges” such as gold

October 9, 2025

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Arthur Hayes Claims Traditional Bitcoin Cycle is No More, Advocates for a New Economic Perspective

Arthur Hayes, co-founder of cryptocurrency exchange BitMEX, has declared that the widely accepted four-year cycle of Bitcoin price movements is no longer relevant, although his reasoning diverges from popular beliefs. In a recent blog post, Hayes emphasized that many traders attempt to forecast market trends based on past cycles, especially as the fourth cycle anniversary approaches. According to Hayes, historical price patterns have proven successful in the past, but the current market conditions render these cycles obsolete. He believes that rather than being anchored to arbitrary timeframes, Bitcoin’s value is now primarily influenced by monetary supply and demand, notably involving

October 8, 2025

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“Chinese Tokens Surge as BNB and Memecoins Ignite Market Rally”

In a striking turn of events this past week, cryptocurrencies from the “Made in China” category have significantly outperformed the broader market, led by notable gains in BNB, Mantle (MNT), and Aster. This surge is indicative of a renewed vigor within the Binance Smart Chain ecosystem, paralleling a thriving memecoin frenzy. According to data from CoinGecko, the market cap for “Made in China” tokens has jumped to an impressive $244 billion, reflecting a 5.2% increase within a 24-hour window. In contrast, the overall cryptocurrency market experienced a slight decline of 0.4% during the same period. Mantle, the prominent token associated

October 8, 2025

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TransCrypts Secures $15M Seed Funding from Pantera Capital to Enhance Blockchain Identity Solutions

TransCrypts, an innovative blockchain startup focused on empowering individuals with control over their verified credentials, has successfully raised $15 million during its seed funding round. The investment was spearheaded by Pantera Capital, with participation from Lightspeed Faction, Alpha Edison, Motley Fool Ventures, along with returning investors such as Mark Cuban and Protocol Labs. This latest funding follows a significant milestone for the San Francisco-based firm, which recently won CoinDesk’s Pitchfest at the Consensus Hong Kong event, securing a prize of $10,000 in tokens, a trophy, and ten invaluable coaching sessions. Founder and CEO Zain Zaidi expressed that this victory provided

October 8, 2025

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Gemini Launches Local Entity in Australia to Bolster Growth

The renowned US-based cryptocurrency exchange, Gemini, is making significant strides in Australia by establishing a locally registered entity, signaling its commitment to expanding its presence in the region. This move comes as the exchange prepares to navigate the forthcoming regulations surrounding the cryptocurrency sector. Saad Ahmed, the head of Gemini’s Asia Pacific operations, recently shared insights with Cointelegraph about Australia’s impressive crypto adoption rate, estimated at 23% to 25%. This statistic underscores the potential for growth and highlights the strategic importance of the Australian market for Gemini. On Thursday, Gemini announced the formal creation of its local branch, Gemini Intergalactic