Tag: Crypto

Iran’s central bank amassed $507M in USDT to dodge sanctions, using crypto tactics to access offshore liquidity. The post Iran’s central bank used $500M in Tether to fight FX collapse and evade sanctions appeared first on Crypto Briefing....

Ethereum and Solana are expected to solidify their positions as leading blockchain platforms by 2026. General-purpose blockchain networks will find it challenging to compete with the established network effects of Ethereum and Solana. Solana is gaining favor among developers and consumers, positi… The post Arnav Pagidyala: Ethereum and Solana...

DeFi must match the performance of traditional finance while maintaining verifiability. Building in crypto should focus on solving significant problems rather than building for its own sake. Most digital asset trading remains centralized, not utilizing blockchain technology. The post Vladimir Novakovski: DeFi must match traditional finance performance, why solving...

Bitcoin is projected to reach a new all-time high by the first half of 2026. Ethereum is expected to continue outperforming Bitcoin due to its market dynamics. The US crypto industry is moving towards greater regulatory clarity. The post Zach Pandl: Bitcoin projected to hit $126,000 by mid-2026, Ethereum...

Quantum computing presents a significant future threat to Bitcoin due to its slow governance processes. Quantum computing operates on principles that allow it to perform tasks classical computers cannot, posing a threat to cryptographic algorithms. Experts predict a wide range of timelines for wh… The post Alex Pruden: Quantum...

Insider trading laws aim to prevent the misuse of privileged information rather than ensuring market fairness. Many on-chain analysts misinterpret market information, leading to flawed conclusions. Aave governance is seen as a potential success story for DAOs, highlighting its significance in DeFi. The post Marc Zeller: Insider trading laws...

The traditional four-year Bitcoin cycle is considered broken, reflecting changes in market dynamics. Bitcoin’s market conditions are too chaotic to predict accurately for 2026. Bitcoin could experience both new cycle lows and all-time highs within 2026. The post Alex Thorn: The four-year Bitcoin cycle is broken, macroeconomic trends favor...

The integration of crypto purchases on Twitter could spark a significant altcoin season. The current market is seeing a rise in low-quality meme coins. Privacy-focused crypto like Monero and Zcash are gaining attention as potential strong investments. The post Kain Warwick: Crypto purchases on Twitter could ignite an altcoin...

Institutions face challenges in offering stablecoins as a service, highlighting a gap in adoption. Proper on-ramps and off-ramps are essential for institutions to effectively use stablecoins. Specialization in blockchain can significantly enhance user experience for targeted use cases. The post Marc Boiron: Institutions struggle with stablecoin adoption, the rise...

Venezuela’s economic instability is highlighted by the discrepancy between official and free market exchange rates. Bitcoin and stablecoins present a significant opportunity in Venezuela due to elite belief and daily population use. Skepticism surrounds claims of Venezuela’s $60 billion Bitcoin s… The post Mauricio Di Bartolomeo: Venezuela’s economic instability...