That $212 million Bitcoin sell order that suddenly disappeared on Binance the other day? It wasn't just a glitch. It’s a critically important flashing red light screaming for a little grown-up supervision in the crypto playground. As someone who has seen this kind of nonsense play out on Wall Street...
As exciting and innovative of a space as NFTs is, it certainly isn’t free from legal actions. A new lawsuit has hit Nike and its newly-acquired subsidiary, RTFKT. As with many existing cases, this case underscores the risks and complexities associated with this new digital asset class. The suit explores...
I understand that this isn’t the sexiest of topics, I really do. But its independence? That's the bedrock of our economic stability. But for decades, this independence has been a key guardrail, too. Most importantly, it shields us from the ill will and politically motivated decisions that could undermine the...
Bitcoin's price is under pressure as Donald Trump intensifies his criticism of the Federal Reserve, stoking fears of market instability. Not only has Trump repeatedly called for interest rate cuts, he has threatened to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell. These shocks have spooked investors already causing a plunge in the...
And then there’s the small matter that Binance – the undisputed behemoth of crypto exchanges – has terrifying power over this process. Its listing decisions hold the potential to skyrocket a project to towering acclaim—or relegate it to the electronic graveyard. But lately, I'm seeing a pattern that gives me...
Bitcoin (BTC) and XRP are on the cusp of significant price movement, as technical indicators point to an emerging bullish trend. Bollinger Bandwidth – an indicator that tracks market volatility – recently fell to its lowest point since October 2024. Unfortunately, this trend holds true for both cryptocurrencies. This latest...
XRP, the cryptocurrency that Ripple uses to facilitate cross-border transactions, had a crazy, crazy week. It experienced an incredible price increase before erupting in investor fears once again. Despite a 30% price increase driven by substantial net inflows from crypto exchanges, XRP's overall performance since January 20 has been lackluster,...
Is Bitcoin really a safe haven? Or is it simply a new playground for the wealthy, cloaked in decentralization and empowerment rhetoric? During my six years at DOT.FINANCE I’ve seen a crypto landscape once confined to a fringe-technical experiment, blossom into a global-encompassing mania. I’m starting to think that Gen...
The United States and China are engaged in a conflict that is upending the global economy. The fallout on the broader cryptocurrency market hasn’t been pretty, either. It is imperative for investors in Bitcoin, Ethereum and other altcoins to understand the multifaceted dynamics of the ongoing trade war. Grasping this...
According to media reports, former president Donald Trump is about to release his own crypto-themed video game based on real estate speculation. Riot’s new game is rumored to be in the real estate space, maybe something like a crypto-fueled Monopoly Go. This project launches as uncertainty continues to shake the...
Bitcoin’s dominance — its share of the total cryptocurrency market cap — is one of the most important technical indicators that so-called “smart money” investors follow. Bitcoin dominance (BTC.D) is the ratio of Bitcoin’s market cap compared to the total market cap of all cryptocurrencies. An increased Bitcoin dominance indicates...
The crypto world is at a crossroads. You’re hearing it from everyone, especially those with old school interests, that Bitcoin dominance is not just going to happen, but that it should be that way. That all altcoins are just “shitcoins” that will eventually disappear. They preach a gospel of digital...
You’ve probably fallen victim to the sexy siren song of the altcoin. They promise high, often unimaginable returns and advertise themselves as the new innovation that will dethrone Bitcoin. Are these just pie in the cybersky? I’m here to explain to you why, for the overwhelming majority of you, they’re...
BTC Dominance Bitcoin’s dominance (BTC.D) continues its bullish run, suggesting a market imbalance in favor of Bitcoin over other crypto competitors. Bitcoin’s dominance of the overall crypto market has gone through the roof. Now it’s getting closer to that truly awe inspiring 75% threshold, a percentage we haven’t achieved in...
XRP is one digital asset that’s gotten the attention of many investors, experienced and inexperienced. It has taken its hits in the crypto world. After a recent 30% decrease, XRP investors are looking for the catalyst that will allow the asset to dance towards the $1.00 mark and beyond. Hiroshi...
Ouch. That 30% plunge since January really hurts the most right now, am I right? Particularly for all of us who invested in XRP expecting a quick moonshot. Why did that 63% chance of reaching an all-time high in 2025 nosedive to just 39%? Yeah, that's a gut punch. We're...
XRP, the third-largest digital asset, is trailing in a longer-term bullish market defined by higher price volatility and uncertainty. Those hopes for achieving a new record in 2025 have all but disappeared. This decline to some degree followed the judge’s disapproval of Ripple and the SEC’s motion to remove a...
It's been a wild ride, hasn't it? The last four-plus months have passed like a whirlwind. With legs-shaking ascents and gut-twisting descents, a new generation is starting to wonder whether the heyday is over. Since the start of this year, prices have dropped 30%. Now, they stand at about $2.31,...