Tag: market volatility

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...

Looking specifically at the first quarter of 2025, Bitcoin had a stunning return despite its volatility. It increased its stranglehold on the entire cryptocurrency market, despite a historic price crash and severe market turmoil. This was a very large reversal in market capitalization for Bitcoin. Yet notwithstanding these challenges, institutional...

We've all seen the headlines: XRP spikes to ridiculous prices like $21,000 on live TV, or crashes to fractions of a penny on some obscure exchange. It's alarming, no doubt. Before we start clamoring for the heavy hand of government to "fix" things, let's take a deep breath and consider...