Germany's Christian Democratic Union (CDU), poised to lead the next government, has dramatically shifted its stance on cryptocurrency, signaling a potential boon for the digital asset industry in the nation. This reversal represents a complete 180 from the party’s previous anti-TIP position. It clears the path for a regulatory landscape...
The CDU's conversion to crypto evangelism? To be clear, it’s enough to make a seasoned conservative like myself go from furrowing his brow to full-on skeptical eyebrows, if not both. Only a few months ago were they singing this alternative melody, one that called for short leashes and outright prohibitions....
For too long, Germany has been constrained by regulatory dogmas when it comes to crypto. The CDU’s erstwhile hardline approach was like seeing a once-great artist being compelled to create with his non-dominant hand. Innovation was stifled, potential wasted and the promise of a decentralized future pretty much extinguished by...
The CyberKongz saga is finally over. The SEC has now formally wrapped up its nearly two year investigation, and honestly, it’s about fucking time. This isn't just a win for one NFT project; it's a flashing neon sign screaming, "Gensler's reign of terror is finally over!"Let's be clear: this investigation...
Today, the SEC announced it is voluntarily dismissing its case against Helium (HNT). This change is tremendously encouraging and refreshing in this suffocating regulatory climate for the crypto space. Sure, they reached a $200,000 settlement, but with no admission of guilt. This doesn’t replace or excuse their wrongdoing, but it...
The cryptocurrency market experienced some huge events this week. These were comprised of regulatory developments, novel legislative proposals, market events, and internal moves within institutions. A $40 million fine levied against Block Inc. for alleged compliance failures highlighted the ongoing scrutiny of crypto platforms, while international law enforcement efforts underscored...
In its regulation of the crypto asset market, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is taking an unprecedented approach. The Division of Corporation Finance issued a staff statement on April 10, 2025, titled "Offerings and Registrations of Securities in the Crypto Asset Markets." This statement represents a sea change from...
Ethereum’s struggles tell a story that’s bigger than losing market share. They confirm the crypto industry’s inability to address the core problems of wealth inequality and its harmful environmental impact. We, as the planning and policy community, need to get out of our slumber. The numbers don't lie: Ethereum's market...
The crypto market is reeling. Every headline screams of a market correction due to U.S.-China trade conflict, bearishness on a Coinbase report, and ETF flow imbalances. We're told the overall market cap is down, that most coins are bleeding, and that even Bitcoin and Ethereum are feeling the pinch. That’s...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
This is the test. Is Bitcoin truly the people’s currency, or simply a virtual playground for the already wealthy? As analysts whisper about a potentially sluggish Q3 for Bitcoin, with retail investors salivating for a new all-time high that may never materialize this summer, a more uncomfortable truth is bubbling...
BTC is now valued at $109,679. It’s only 2.1% off from its record high of $111,970, achieved on May 22. Yet even with this stellar performance, analysts are warning that Bitcoin could be in for a tough quarter three. Traditionally, this stretch has been Bitcoin’s weakest, and with Ethereum increasingly...
Meanwhile, a number of analysts are sounding alarms for what could be a difficult Q3 for bitcoin. They’re pointing fingers at the combination of reckless retail investors seeking revenge on all-time-highs and Ethereum’s unexpected resurgence. The real story, the one with the power to make or break Bitcoin's next few...
You see the headlines, right? "Crypto's surging!" "Ethereum nearing $2,800!" Everyone's getting excited about the upcoming inflation data, hoping it'll be the green light for another bull run. Before you dump your hard-earned dollars into what looks like the golden goose, pump your brakes for a second. This rally could...