Project Eleven, a quantum computing research organization, has announced the Q-Day Prize – a global challenge offering 1 Bitcoin to the first team or individual who can use Shor’s algorithm on a quantum computer to break part of an elliptic curve cryptographic (ECC) key. The competition began on April 16, 2025, and will run until […]
Following President Trump’s April 9th announcement of a 90-day halt on new tariffs, market sentiment rebounded sharply, especially for Bitcoin. The surge appears mainly fueled by strong spot market activity, with little influence from derivatives. According to Bitfinex Alpha, this suggests genuine interest from real-money investors, rather than speculative bets, indicating confidence in the market’s […]
There is a notable divergence in Bitcoin investor behavior between the US and Korean markets. Amid heightened global uncertainty, which is fueled by escalating US-China trade tensions, Bitcoin has experienced a sharp correction, though recent signs point to stabilization. Interestingly, the Coinbase Premium, a metric that reflects the price difference of Bitcoin on Coinbase versus […]
The year kicked off with high hopes following the election of a crypto-friendly US president, raising hopes for regulatory easing. Bitcoin hit a record $109,300 in the first quarter of the year. However, macroeconomic pressures soon took center stage. The crypto asset has retreated to around $85,000. Now, CME Bitcoin futures positions hint at a […]
In a crypto market review released on April 16, asset manager Bitwise described Q1 2025 as “the best worst quarter in crypto’s history.” It was a “frustrating” period for the industry, said the firm’s chief investment officer, Matt Hougan. Q1 has been historically positive with the first pro-crypto US president taking office, the creation of a […]
The current Bitcoin cycle feels unusually subdued compared to previous bull runs. Despite price appreciation, the level of excitement and retail participation remains muted. CryptoQuant believes that an important on-chain metric underlines this shift – the percentage of BTC held for one week to one month is significantly lower than in past cycles. This suggests […]
Metaplanet has once again reinforced its commitment to Bitcoin, acquiring an additional 319 BTC worth approximately $26.3 million at an average price of $82,549 each. This latest buy brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 4,525 BTC, valued at about $386.3 million. Relentless Bitcoin Accumulation The publicly traded company listed on the Tokyo Exchange has […]
Bitcoin’s (BTC) reputation as digital gold has come under scrutiny following investors’ reaction to the ongoing trade tensions between the United States and other countries. Market experts anticipated a scenario where participants would flock to the leading cryptocurrency as macro conditions affect stocks; however, the opposite has been the case. Ki Young Ju, the founder […]
Even though he has given no new interviews or made any major new investments from beyond the grave, Munger made the news again this week for his amazing work ethic and sound investment advice. An article that appeared on CNBC reprised an old Munger quote that investors who can’t handle bear markets “deserve the mediocre […]
This weekend, Bitcoin (BTC) pushed up 5% to once more flirt with $85,000, but seasoned analysts aren’t cheering just yet, suspecting a fakeout. Crypto investor Daan Crypto Trades dropped a spicy warning, noting that the number one cryptocurrency has formed weekend gaps for six weeks in a row, with its price retracing hard by midweek […]