Summer Mersinger’s departure from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to take the helm at the Blockchain Association cannot be underestimated—it serves as a litmus test for the future of digital assets in the U.S. As we find ourselves at a crossroads regarding cryptocurrency regulation, Mersinger’s leadership promises to shape the narrative of how policymakers
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In a move that has the potential to reshape the landscape of digital art, the Infinite Node Foundation (NODE) has acquired the intellectual property rights to the iconic NFT collection, CryptoPunks. Created by Larva Labs and later owned by Yuga Labs, CryptoPunks has transcended mere digital assets, embedding itself deeply into the cultural zeitgeist. By
In stark contrast to the upbeat performances observed in numerous altcoins, Bitcoin’s price action has remained disappointingly uneventful. Despite the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, which turned out to be marginally lower than anticipated, Bitcoin’s reaction has been tepid at best. This is puzzling given the robust gains seen in other
Despite the recent resurgence and interest surrounding Ethereum (ETH), as it picks itself up from a dismal market position, the path forward remains riddled with uncertainty. About two months ago, Ethereum languished at an 18-month low of $1,380, but its recent rally, wherein it surged approximately 45% to exceed the $2,600 mark, has drawn a
Despite the electric buzz surrounding cryptocurrencies, a compelling report from S&P Global exposes a glaring issue: liquidity is still notably weaker than in traditional finance. This problem stems largely from the fragmented structure of the crypto market, where countless exchanges exist in silos, each with its own unique liquidity metrics. Unlike the unified order books
Recently, a bold movement emerged from within the halls of the U.S. Senate, led by Senators Cynthia Lummis and Bernie Moreno, urging the Treasury Department to intervene in a troubling interpretation of the corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT). The stakes are high, as the potential taxation on unrealized gains—particularly in relation to digital assets—threatens to
The cryptocurrency market has always been defined by its volatility, but few events have stirred as much excitement as Ethereum’s recent resurgence. In the past week, the second-largest cryptocurrency has witnessed a staggering 40% increase in value, crossing the $2,600 mark for the first time since late February. While the current price hovers just below
In a financial landscape that is increasingly focusing on the crossover between gaming and blockchain technology, Arbitrum has made headlines by committing $10 million towards its newly launched venture, Arbitrum Gaming Ventures. This initiative is just the first step of a broader $200 million strategy aimed at fostering innovation in the gaming sector within the
The cryptocurrency market has always been synonymous with volatility, but the events of the last 24 hours demonstrate just how wild this ride can be. Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, had ascended to nearly $106,000, only to experience a sharp decline that brought it crashing down to just below the $101,000 mark—a stark reminder of the
The shifting dynamics of international trade have always had considerable impacts on global financial markets. However, the recent tumult under President Donald Trump has introduced a new level of uncertainty that resonates through every aspect of the economy, particularly in the volatile world of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. It is no secret that Bitcoin has been
