Author: Issac Lane
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Moody’s Downgrade of U.S. Credit Rating Sends Crypto and Stocks Lower
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Major cryptocurrencies dip as market sentiment turns risk-averse Crypto Markets React to U.S. Credit Rating Downgrade The cryptocurrency market saw a broad pullback over the weekend after Moody’s Investors Service downgraded the United States’ sovereign credit rating. Key digital assets such as Ether (ETH), XRP, and Dogecoin (DOGE) dropped by around 3%, reflecting a wider…
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Ethereum More Resistant to 51% Attack Than Bitcoin, Says Researcher Justin Drake
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Ethereum researcher and Merge architect Justin Drake has claimed that launching a 51% attack on Bitcoin would be significantly cheaper than on Ethereum. According to Drake, such an attack on Bitcoin could cost as little as $10 billion, compared to much higher costs associated with Ethereum’s proof-of-stake (PoS) network. Cost of a Bitcoin Attack ‘Much…
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Bitcoin Breakout Odds Rise Amid All-Time Highs and $90K Pullback Concerns
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Bitcoin Consolidates Near Record Levels as Traders Eye Breakout Bitcoin remains locked in a tight range as traders brace for a significant price move, with speculation building over whether the cryptocurrency will surge to new all-time highs or face a sharp correction toward $90,000. At the Wall Street open on May 16, BTC/USD hovered between…
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Coinbase Shares Slide 7% Amid SEC Probe and Cyberattack
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Coinbase, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, saw its stock tumble 7% in after-hours trading to $244 on 15 May, following reports of a significant cyberattack and a revived US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) investigation into its user metrics. SEC Questions 2021 ‘Verified Users’ Claim The SEC is investigating whether Coinbase misrepresented the…
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Tether Blacklist Delay Enables $78M in Illicit Transfers: AMLBot Report
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A recent report by blockchain compliance firm AMLBot has revealed that a significant delay in Tether’s USDT blacklisting process enabled the transfer of over $78 million in illicit funds before enforcement actions took effect. The findings raise serious concerns about the effectiveness and timeliness of Tether’s compliance mechanisms on both the Ethereum and Tron blockchains.…
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Top South Korean Presidential Candidates Support Legalising Bitcoin ETFs
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South Korea may soon join the growing list of countries embracing cryptocurrency-based financial products, as the nation’s top presidential hopefuls have expressed support for legalising spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). While the pledges have sparked optimism among investors and the crypto community, industry experts remain cautious, citing past delays and unmet promises. Presidential Hopefuls Signal…
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XRP Targets 35% Rally as Ripple ETF Nears $100M Inflows
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Strong investor interest, upcoming ETF approvals, and bullish technical patterns drive optimism for XRP’s price breakout. As the crypto markets regain momentum, XRP is emerging as a strong contender for the next major breakout. With its price already rebounding over 55% from 2025 lows, XRP now eyes a 35% surge to reclaim its year-to-date high…
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Bitcoin Nears $100K: Signs Point to New Bull Cycle and Major Price Breakout
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Bitcoin is inching closer to the much-anticipated $100,000 mark, with recent data and market analysis signalling the potential start of a powerful bull cycle. Experts suggest that the cryptocurrency’s latest price movement, supported by consistent capital inflows and record-breaking on-chain metrics, could pave the way for a significant price surge. Realised Cap Hits All-Time High…
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Stablecoin Surge Hints at Crypto Breakout in 2025
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Rising stablecoin volumes, investor inflows, and a dovish Fed spark renewed optimism in Bitcoin and Ethereum markets. A sharp increase in stablecoin trading volume is pointing to renewed bullish sentiment across the crypto market. On May 7, 2025, well-known crypto analyst Crypto Rover flagged this trend as “mega bullish.” Data backs the claim: Tether (USDT)…
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VanEck Makes Bold Move with First Spot BNB ETF Filing in the US
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As altcoin ETF applications surge, VanEck’s filing marks a turning point for BNB and broader market sentiment. VanEck has officially filed for a spot BNB ETF in the United States — a historic first for the Binance native token. This development comes amid a growing wave of altcoin-based ETF filings, signalling rising confidence in crypto’s…