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Interesting to see Senator Tim Scott commenting that negotiations on the market structure are progressing. It seems that the spectrum of political discussions around cryptocurrencies is becoming clearer, at least on the regulatory side of the US.
It’s curious that CoinDesk published this — crypto media always walk a fine line between covering the market and having their own interests. They make it very clear that they are now part of Bullish, and that journalists can earn compensation in shares. At least honest.
The point is: if they are really moving forward with negotiations on how the marke

I'm monitoring the situation of BTC miners and it seems like we're close to the end of one of the biggest capitulations we've seen in this sector. Many people have been leaving mining in recent months, machines being turned off, mining code being optimized or abandoned by smaller operations that can't compete.
When I see these waves of capitulation, it’s usually a sign that the bottom is near. Miners are generally the last to exit because they need to cover operational costs. If even they are leaving en masse, it means margins are really tight.
The interesting thing is that during these phases

Forecast markets remain optimistic despite risks around Powell
I am closely monitoring what forecast markets are signaling about the Fed's situation. Despite the DOJ investigation and pressure on Powell, traders do not seem to be pricing in an imminent exit. It’s interesting to note that despite all the political turbulence, markets continue to focus on economic fundamentals.
The narrative circulating is that despite the difficulties, stability in monetary policy management remains the baseline scenario. The data I am seeing shows that market participants are betting on continuity, not abrupt

Man, this Resolv exploit was pretty intense. An attacker managed to exploit the USR minting process and stole about $25 million worth of ETH. Basically, they created 80 million tokens out of thin air, and no one noticed until it was too late.
The worst part is that people were saying it was a key compromise, but when on-chain analysts investigated, they saw that the problem was much deeper. The account controlling the minting was held with a single key instead of multisig, there was no oracle verification, nothing validating the values. Then the guy deposited $100,000 USDC and received 50 mill

There's something that has been intriguing me about Block's recent movement. The company has returned to its 2019 trading levels, and this isn't just a random number on the chart. It could be signaling something much deeper happening in the payments economy.
When you see an asset returning to levels from seven years ago, it usually means the market is fundamentally re-pricing how the company creates value. In the case of Block, we're talking about a company that positioned itself as a leader in the digital transformation of payments, but the reality is that the friction force work in this sect

I see more and more cryptocurrency platforms making a point of making it clear: "We do not do illegal things." It seems obvious, but in the crypto world, this kind of transparency is rarer than it should be.
I learned about an interesting case involving a stablecoin issuer that received U.S. sanctions and is building an empire in the digital assets market. The curious detail? They really insist on this stance of full compliance.
It works more or less like this: there is a media platform that covers the sector with editorial rigor and international awards. This media is part of a larger group—a

I was following the crypto market news when I discovered a case that truly scares any investor: a $50 million scam on Telegram operating as a sophisticated Ponzi scheme. The worst part is that it fooled many people, including Aza Ventures.
It all started quite innocently. A fraudster created a top-tier OTC business and spread it in private Telegram groups, always with endorsements from seemingly trustworthy people. The promise was attractive: up to 50% discount on high-flying altcoins like Apto, SEI, and SWELL. Between November 2024 and January 2025, everything was running normally. But then t

Have you ever stopped to think about who Mircea Popescu really was? That kind of person that crypto folks still talk about on forums out there.
In the early 2010s, when Bitcoin was just a nerd thing on forums, a Romanian named Popescu started making noise. Like, a lot of noise. Very cultured, very controversial, very visionary. He wasn't just an ordinary investor — he was a living ideology.
In 2012, Popescu founded MPEx. Do you understand? A regulation-free exchange, no audits, no boring bureaucracy. It was basically his personal empire, where Mircea Popescu decided who could join, what was li

Do you have that thought of creating your own digital currency? Well, it's not as complicated as it seems, but it requires you to truly understand what you're doing.
First, you need to master the basics. Blockchain is simply a decentralized digital ledger that continuously validates everything. Digital currencies and tokens operate on this technology, with tokens representing specific rights or assets created within these platforms.
When choosing where to launch your digital currency, there are several options. Ethereum is the most popular for decentralized applications, but there are alternat

I just saw a very interesting report about cryptocurrency adoption in Latin America, and frankly, what's happening there is impressive.
The growth of cryptocurrency users in the region surpassed that of the U.S. by 3 times during 2025. Yes, you read that right. While the American market is growing more steadily, Latin America is experiencing an adoption boom that can't be ignored.
What makes this especially relevant is that we are talking about a population that has historically faced challenges with traditional financial systems. The Latin American story is being rewritten in this context, wh

I see that traders are moving billions right now, but it's not exactly for a higher price. People are doing a lot of put selling pointing to a drop down to $75 mil. This is interesting because it shows that the market is more cautious than it seemed weeks ago.
Bitcoin is currently at $71.54K, down 1.75% over the last 24 hours. The guys keeping an eye on these moves by big traders noticed that a lot of people are betting on a retracement, instead of waiting for a bigger rally. For now, it seems pessimism has taken over.
I keep wondering whether this is just consolidation or if we’re really at a

Do you know that feeling when markets start to fall and everyone wants a magic solution? Well, the folks at Nickel Digital have a very realistic perspective on that.
Their boss was very clear: AI is not a salvation when things get complicated in the market. But here’s the interesting point — it can help, and quite a lot. It’s not that promise of solving everything, you know? It’s more about using technology smartly to improve processes and analysis when volatility hits the door.
I think this approach makes a lot of sense. Many people expect AI to be a shield against losses, when in reality it

I just noticed something very interesting happening behind the scenes in the traditional stock market. It seems that Nasdaq and the New York Stock Exchange are really taking this blockchain story seriously.
We’re talking about a global stock market worth $126 trillion being moved onto the blockchain. This is no joke. These giant institutions that dominate conventional stock trading are realizing that blockchain technology can revolutionize how we trade assets.
What’s striking is that it’s not just empty talk. These players are investing real resources into digital infrastructure. The idea is t

I see the market is quite divided right now. Bitcoin fluctuating around $73,000 with a 1.5% increase in the last 24 hours, while Ether rose 1.8% to $2,250. What catches attention is that gold and silver exploded to all-time highs — clearly people are seeking safety amid all this geopolitical tension.
But the interesting side is in the news about altcoins themselves. ZRO from LayerZero increased 1.87%, DASH surged by 29.5%, and ZEC is also strong with 5.18%. Liquidity remains weak in many pairs, so these movements can be exaggerated if the broader market turns. I also saw that the altcoin seaso

So Elon Musk went ahead and announced that X will launch its payment service, X Money, later this month. The crowd has already started speculating about crypto integration, and DOGE even surged for a moment. Classic.
But here’s the point: X Money is basically a Venmo with a social network attached. Person-to-person transfers, bank deposits, debit card, cashback with Visa. No crypto wallet. Musk has already said he loves Dogecoin, and Tesla accepted DOGE in 2022, so every time he talks about payments, DOGE fans get FOMO. This time isn’t different, even though the product is purely fiat currency

Just take a look at this reality of Bitcoin mining that many people don’t fully understand. Everyone always asks whether it’s possible to mine with a cellphone or with weak machines, but the whole thing is more complex than it sounds.
Basically, the time it takes to earn 1 Bitcoin depends on three things: your computational power, how much you spend on electricity, and the current network difficulty. The network can solve a block every 10 minutes on average, and each block releases a reward of 3,125 BTC. But here’s the detail: that’s for the entire network working together, not for an isolated

I’ve always been intrigued by the story of the Persians, you know? A people who literally shaped civilizations and still remain relevant on the global geopolitical stage today.
So let’s go. The Persians originate from the Iranian plateau and emerged around 1000 BC as an Indo-Iranian group. That’s no small feat — they created the Achaemenid Empire, one of the greatest empires of Antiquity. Cyrus the Great was the one who made it happen around 550 BC, unifying the Iranian tribes and starting a series of conquests that left a mark on history.
Now, what few realize is the name change that took pla

Do you know that phenomenon of the most expensive NFTs in history that everyone talks about? Well, the numbers are truly absurd. I’ve been following this market for a long time, and I’m impressed by how some pieces reach sky-high values.
Let’s start with the all-time record. The Merge, created by Pak, became the most expensive NFT ever sold for 91.8 million dollars in December 2021. What makes this interesting is that it’s not a single piece. In fact, 28,893 collectors bought 312,686 units, each costing 575 dollars. The more quantities you buy, the larger your share in the artwork. Pak is that

Recently, I’ve been reviewing some high-probability trading setups and realized that many people still don’t have a deep understanding of the descending wedge pattern (cunha de baixa). This pattern looks simple, but if you can identify it early, it can give you a significant advantage.
The descending wedge is essentially a bullish signal. During its formation, the price keeps making lower highs and lower lows, but the key is that the downward momentum is slowing down. As these two trendlines gradually converge, it’s actually a sign of energy being built up, and ultimately, it usually breaks up

I see a lot of people getting into Bitcoin mining lately, and I notice that most of them don't know where to start. Like, everyone knows that BTC is decentralized and all, but few understand that behind that there's a heavy process called mining, you know?
Basically, miners compete by solving complex cryptographic problems. The first to find the solution wins Bitcoin as a reward. This continues until 21 million BTC are in circulation. After that, rewards stop.
The thing is, back in the day, only those with enough money to buy heavy equipment could mine. Nowadays, it's changed a lot. There are