Tag: investing

FTX's Lawsuits: A Boomer's Pragmatic Take on Crypto's Reckoning

FTX's Lawsuits: A Boomer's Pragmatic Take on Crypto's Reckoning

So, FTX is suing folks. Big deal, right? Another day, another crypto drama. Frankly, this is not merely about recouping losses. It’s a reflection of something much worse, a reckoning that is long overdue. As one who can still recall a world before the internet, let me assure you, I’ve...

Is Crypto Rigged? $212M Bitcoin Flash Crash Exposes the Truth

Is Crypto Rigged? $212M Bitcoin Flash Crash Exposes the Truth

Okay, let's be real. How many times have we heard, just around the bend, the promise of crypto. "Decentralized finance!" "Empowerment for the people!" "Financial freedom!" It’s a lovely vision, a digital Robin Hood defeating Wall Street. But then this happens. A huge $212 million Bitcoin sell order just vanished...

XRP to $3? Here's Why Crypto Stability Means Justice for All

XRP to $3? Here's Why Crypto Stability Means Justice for All

Look, we know that you’re sick of hearing about “the next big thing” in crypto. Before you roll your eyes, consider this: what if a stable crypto market, and specifically, a rise for XRP, could actually pave the way for a more just world? I know, it sounds like a...

XRP's 40% Jump: Key Metric Signals Even Bigger Gains Ahead?

XRP's 40% Jump: Key Metric Signals Even Bigger Gains Ahead?

In the last month or so, XRP has been on an incredible run, grabbing the attention of crypto advocates and investors everywhere. After a 40% increase in its price, the focus now shifts to whether or not this momentum can continue. Here’s an in-depth look at what makes XRP tick....

XRP Price Surges Amid Futures ETF Buzz and Market Optimism

XRP Price Surges Amid Futures ETF Buzz and Market Optimism

XRP continues to climb in value on this Monday, thanks to the bullish attitude in the market. Traders are understandably salivating about the recent news. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved ProShares XRP futures ETFs, which are set to launch later this week. This positive ruling, along with...

Monero's Rise A Market Stabilization Wake-Up

Monero's Rise A Market Stabilization Wake-Up

That Monero (XMR) recently jumped, briefly reaching levels not seen since 2021, isn’t another ordinary occurrence in the crypto cosmos. It is as good as a flashing red light telling us to reconsider how we approach stabilization in crypto markets. That so-called decentralized dream is fast becoming a regulatory nightmare....

5 Reasons Monero's 40% Surge Proves Crypto Needs Regulation Now

5 Reasons Monero's 40% Surge Proves Crypto Needs Regulation Now

A 40% surge in Monero (XMR)? First of all, let’s get real, that’s not simply market volatility – that’s a blazing, draconian red light screeching for regulatory action. We can’t turn a blind eye to their implications. That “cautiously bullish” sentiment that some analysts are trying to sell you? It’s...

Trump's Trade War U-Turn? Gen Z's Bitcoin Gamble Pays Off (For Now)

Trump's Trade War U-Turn? Gen Z's Bitcoin Gamble Pays Off (For Now)

Okay, let's be real. Hearing anything positive connected to Trump probably makes most of you reading this – especially my Gen Z peers – want to immediately close this tab. I get it. But stick with me. After all, sometimes, the universe has a dark sense of humor—and the most...

Bitcoin's Trump Bump: Is This Rally Built on Shifting Sand?

Bitcoin's Trump Bump: Is This Rally Built on Shifting Sand?

Optimism prevails as Bybit x Block Scholes latest report paints a picture of an enthused Bitcoin market. It continues, even emboldened, to thrive on vague whiffs of a possible US-China trade detente from President Trump. We observe the uptick in volatility, the positive skew in short-tenor implied vol, and the...

Crypto's $9B Surge: Is the Bull Back? What You Need to Know

Crypto's $9B Surge: Is the Bull Back? What You Need to Know

The crypto market has seen a massive $9 billion inflow recently, sparking widespread debate about whether this signals the start of a new bull run. This unprecedented rush is fueled by a few primary factors. US elections coming soon anticipation, general positive market sentiment and the expected introduction of Bitcoin...