Peter Thiel, the PayPal co-founder, recently made some bold claims about Bitcoin, calling it an invention so significant that society is struggling to understand its full implications. He believes Bitcoin’s impact is far-reaching and transformative. Bitcoin: Beyond Comprehension? Thiel described Bitcoin’s rise as “a pretty big deal,” highlighting its exponential growth over the past decade….
Institutional investors are increasingly interested in crypto, especially XRP. A recent report from ETF issuer WisdomTree suggests XRP is a great short-term strategy for their portfolios. This idea’s been spreading like wildfire on X (formerly Twitter). XRP: Onshore Access and Basis Trading WisdomTree highlights XRP’s unique advantage: easy access through CME-listed futures. This means investors…
Saifedean Ammous, author of The Bitcoin Standard, slammed Argentine President Javier Milei’s economic plan as a sham. He calls it a “fiat fraud” propped up by risky bonds and loans, masking deeper problems. Ammous’s Critique: A Bitcoin vs. Fiat Showdown Ammous’s main argument is that Milei’s actions contradict his promises. He claims Milei failed to…
Ethereum took a nosedive. After hitting a multi-year high of $4,776 on August 14th, Ethereum’s price plummeted. Over the next six days, it dropped to as low as $4,074. This sharp decline coincided with a massive exodus of funds from institutional investors in Ethereum spot ETFs. A Record-Breaking Withdrawal Tuesday, August 19th, was brutal for…
China might be changing its tune on crypto. After cracking down on crypto trading in 2021, the government is now considering a plan to let yuan-backed stablecoins operate internationally. Testing the Waters in Hong Kong and Shanghai The plan is still in the works, but Hong Kong and Shanghai are likely to be the first…
Bitcoin’s role in big-money investing is changing fast. A new report suggests it could be the best-performing major investment in the coming years. Big Investors are Taking Notice Bitwise Asset Management predicts Bitcoin will grow at an average of 28% per year for the next 10 years, while becoming less volatile. They see Bitcoin not…
Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest is doubling down on crypto, even as the market dips. On August 19, 2025, they bought a hefty chunk of Bullish and Robinhood stock. A $37 Million Crypto Infusion Ark Invest’s flagship fund, ARKK, splashed out $21.2 million on Bullish and $16.2 million on Robinhood. That’s a lot of money! This…
Buenos Aires is making waves by becoming a crypto-friendly city! They’ve launched “BA Cripto,” a program letting residents and businesses pay city taxes and fees using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. What’s Included in BA Cripto? This isn’t just about paying bills with Bitcoin. The program includes several key initiatives: Crypto Tax Payments: Pay your property tax…
Bitcoin’s price has been dropping lately, leading some to worry about a bear market. But not everyone’s worried. Anthony Scaramucci, founder of SkyBridge Capital, is sticking to his prediction: Bitcoin will hit between $180,000 and $200,000 by the end of the year. Scaramucci’s Bullish Outlook Despite the recent price dips, Scaramucci remains incredibly optimistic. He…
Monero (XMR) recently faced a scare when a mining pool, Qubic, briefly controlled over half the network’s mining power. This caused a temporary disruption, prompting the Monero community to find a solution. The Qubic Incident On August 12th, Qubic publicly announced it had temporarily controlled more than 50% of Monero’s hashrate, causing a blockchain reorganization….
