Author: Yashika Gupta

  • HSBC Joins Big Banks Supporting Elliptic

    HSBC Joins Big Banks Supporting Elliptic

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    Yashika Gupta

    Blockchain analytics company Elliptic has landed a strategic investment from HSBC, becoming the only firm in the sector backed by four of the world’s largest systemically important banks. The move underscores the growing role of blockchain oversight as traditional finance deepens its involvement in digital assets. HSBC Joins a Powerful Investor Line-Up London-based Elliptic now…

  • Tether Eyes $500B Valuation as IPO Buzz Intensifies

    Tether Eyes $500B Valuation as IPO Buzz Intensifies

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    Yashika Gupta

    Speculation about a potential Tether IPO has resurfaced following comments by BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes and reports of a private fundraising effort that could value the stablecoin issuer at half a trillion dollars. If confirmed, the deal would place Tether among the world’s most valuable private companies, alongside the likes of OpenAI, SpaceX and Coca-Cola.…

  • Crypto Market Wiped Out: $1.8B Liquidations Spark Sell-Off

    Crypto Market Wiped Out: $1.8B Liquidations Spark Sell-Off

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    Yashika Gupta

    The crypto market witnessed one of its heaviest shakeouts of the year on Monday, with over $1.8 billion in leveraged positions liquidated within 24 hours. The sell-off, which swept across Bitcoin, Ether and altcoins, dragged total market capitalisation down by more than $150 billion to a two-week low of $3.95 trillion. While the flush left…

  • Dogecoin Drops 30%, But Signs Point to a Potential Recovery

    Dogecoin Drops 30%, But Signs Point to a Potential Recovery

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    Yashika Gupta

    Dogecoin (DOGE), the world’s most famous meme coin, has once again reminded traders of crypto’s ruthless volatility. A sharp 30% crash has rattled leveraged positions and shaken out weak hands, but analysts suggest the sell-off may pave the way for a new rally. What Triggered Dogecoin’s Crash? The latest downturn began after excessive leverage built…

  • Perpetual DEXs Emerge as DeFi’s Fastest-Growing Market

    Perpetual DEXs Emerge as DeFi’s Fastest-Growing Market

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    Yashika Gupta

    Perpetual decentralised exchanges (DEXs) are rapidly becoming one of the most competitive sectors in decentralised finance (DeFi), challenging both established players like Hyperliquid and centralised giants such as Binance. With explosive growth in trading volumes, token valuations and community engagement, perpetual futures trading is positioning itself as the next major narrative driving the crypto markets…

  • Aave Loans Surge to $30.5B, Dominating 65% of DeFi Lending

    Aave Loans Surge to $30.5B, Dominating 65% of DeFi Lending

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    Yashika Gupta

    Aave, the decentralised lending protocol, has hit a new milestone with $30.5 billion in active loans, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total decentralised finance (DeFi) lending market. The surge further solidifies Aave’s position as the leading DeFi protocol, both in active loans and total value locked (TVL). Aave Takes the Lead in DeFi Lending…

  • CZ Endorsement Sends Aster Token Soaring Past $1 Billion Market Cap

    CZ Endorsement Sends Aster Token Soaring Past $1 Billion Market Cap

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    Yashika Gupta

    Aster, a newly launched decentralised perpetual exchange token, has stunned the crypto market with an explosive rally. Backed by YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs) and PancakeSwap and endorsed by Binance’s former CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the token surged more than 400% within 24 hours of launch, taking its market capitalisation beyond $1 billion and generating…

  • Bitcoin Set for $150K as Analysts See New Highs Ahead

    Bitcoin Set for $150K as Analysts See New Highs Ahead

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    Yashika Gupta

    Bitcoin’s bull run shows no sign of slowing, with on-chain indicators and analyst projections pointing to new all-time highs in the coming weeks. A fresh report from CryptoQuant highlights the potential for price expansion, setting long-term targets as high as $150,000. NVT Golden Cross Signals More Upside According to CryptoQuant’s latest research, Bitcoin remains in…

  • UK Crypto Groups Push Back Against Bank of England’s Stablecoin Limits

    UK Crypto Groups Push Back Against Bank of England’s Stablecoin Limits

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    Yashika Gupta

    The Bank of England’s proposal to cap individual holdings of stablecoins has drawn sharp criticism from UK crypto and payments industry groups, who warn that the move would be costly, impractical, and could undermine the country’s position in global digital finance. The Bank’s Proposal In November 2023, the Bank of England (BoE) published a discussion…

  • Dogecoin Open Interest Hits $2B as Price Surge Fuels Bullish Momentum

    Dogecoin Open Interest Hits $2B as Price Surge Fuels Bullish Momentum

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    Yashika Gupta

    After a period of muted trading, Dogecoin (DOGE) has re-emerged as one of the most closely watched cryptocurrencies. Over the past week, the memecoin has jumped 25%, briefly testing $0.30 before retracing to around $0.28. This latest rally has not only pushed price higher but also triggered a spike in derivatives activity, raising questions about…