Has bitcoin already peaked, or is one last surge ahead?

Has bitcoin already peaked, or is one last surge ahead?

Bitcoin's four-year cycle is nearing its climax. Analysts are split: will BTC mount one final rally before year-end, or has October's $126K high already marked the top?
Zonebourse October 22, 2025 at 09:52 am
Canada fines crypto dealer record C$176.9 million for money laundering

Canada fines crypto dealer record C$176.9 million for money laundering

TORONTO -Canada's anti-money laundering regulator said on Wednesday it had imposed a C$176.9 million fine on money services business Xeltox Enterprises Limited, the largest-ever penalty doled out by...
October 22, 2025 at 09:44 am
Kraken signs $100 million deal for Small Exchange to bulk up US derivatives business

Kraken signs $100 million deal for Small Exchange to bulk up US derivatives business

Crypto heavyweight Kraken said on Thursday it has acquired futures exchange Small Exchange from IG Group for $100 million, paving the way to launch a fully U.S.-based derivatives suite. ...
October 16, 2025 at 05:55 am
When AI runs out of power, the connection is called Bitcoin

When AI runs out of power, the connection is called Bitcoin

Megawatts are becoming scarce everywhere, with AI devouring everything. In this energy bottleneck, one player knows how to profit: Bitcoin miners. We discuss this in this Crypto Analysis, after the...
Zonebourse October 16, 2025 at 05:50 am
October 10th flash crash:  what caused the largest liquidation event in crypto

October 10th flash crash: what caused the largest liquidation event in crypto

A record $19B in crypto liquidations exposed deep flaws in market plumbing and showed how thin liquidity and one exchange's flaws can turn a macro shock into a global crash.
Zonebourse October 15, 2025 at 11:06 am
The Bitcoin spot ETF is BlackRock's most profitable product

The Bitcoin spot ETF is BlackRock's most profitable product

In its 21 months of existence, BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust has outperformed all of the company's other ETFs: nearly $100bn in assets, approximately $245m in annual fee income… and a rate of...
Zonebourse October 15, 2025 at 03:41 am
Bitcoin, ether drop as US-China tensions flare up, erasing Monday's gains

Bitcoin, ether drop as US-China tensions flare up, erasing Monday's gains

NEW YORK -Bitcoin and ether tumbled on Tuesday as U.S.-China tension ramped up, wiping out a rally the day before that was fueled by President Donald Trump's conciliatory trade remarks. ...
October 14, 2025 at 05:07 pm
IMF warns of rising odds of 'disorderly' global market correction

IMF warns of rising odds of 'disorderly' global market correction

WASHINGTON -Global markets are too comfortable with risks, including trade wars, geopolitical tensions and yawning government deficits, which, combined with already overpriced assets, increase the...
October 14, 2025 at 10:16 am
After record crypto crash, a rush to hedge against another freefall

After record crypto crash, a rush to hedge against another freefall

NEW YORK -Following the largest crypto liquidation in history last Friday, options market investors are bracing for more volatility and further declines in bitcoin and ether, aggressively positioning...
October 13, 2025 at 04:50 pm
Will Strategy become this bitcoin cycle's black swan?

Will Strategy become this bitcoin cycle's black swan?

Michael Saylor's Strategy, a leveraged bitcoin powerhouse, now faces the question of whether its intricate financial engine will withstand or ignite this cycle's bear market.
Zonebourse October 09, 2025 at 03:42 am
The NYSE is betting big on Polymarket

The NYSE is betting big on Polymarket

ICE, the parent company of the NYSE, is preparing to invest $2bn in Polymarket-the crypto betting platform that turns news into prices. Launched in 2020 with simple yes/no bets, the platform is aiming...
Zonebourse October 09, 2025 at 03:37 am
Crypto exchange Gemini launches Australian arm

Crypto exchange Gemini launches Australian arm

SINGAPORE -Cryptocurrency exchange Gemini said on Thursday it has launched an Australian operation as the firm expands into the country, offering its digital currency exchange services to tap into...
October 08, 2025 at 06:01 pm
Stablecoins may drum up $1.4 trillion of extra dollar demand by 2027, JPM says

Stablecoins may drum up $1.4 trillion of extra dollar demand by 2027, JPM says

LONDON -The adoption of stablecoins could generate an additional $1.4 trillion in demand for U.S. dollars by 2027, if enough overseas investors want to own these digital assets, analysts at JPMorgan...
October 08, 2025 at 06:41 am
OpenAI bans suspected China-linked accounts for seeking surveillance proposals

OpenAI bans suspected China-linked accounts for seeking surveillance proposals

OpenAI said on Tuesday it has banned several ChatGPT accounts with suspected links to the Chinese government entities after the users asked for proposals to monitor social media conversations. ...
October 07, 2025 at 07:49 am
Global crypto ETFs attract record $5.95 billion as bitcoin scales new highs

Global crypto ETFs attract record $5.95 billion as bitcoin scales new highs

Exchange-traded funds tracking crypto assets drew record inflows of $5.95 billion globally last week, as strong demand for digital assets helped propel bitcoin to an all-time high. ...
October 07, 2025 at 07:11 am
Bitcoin hits new all-time record high

Bitcoin hits new all-time record high

NEW YORK -Bitcoin hit a new record high on Monday as the world's largest cryptocurrency by market value continued to benefit from strong investor demand. The rally since the start of...
October 06, 2025 at 11:02 am
Tether valued at $500bn… but is the bar set too high?

Tether valued at $500bn… but is the bar set too high?

An XXL promise: Tether is aiming for a valuation of $500bn-OpenAI's orbit-and wants to move from being a USDT issuer to a conglomerate of tokenized dollar rails. If the market takes the bait, crypto...
Zonebourse October 02, 2025 at 05:37 am
ETH above $4,300:  uneasy balance of thin liquidity, unstaking, and retail fatigue

ETH above $4,300: uneasy balance of thin liquidity, unstaking, and retail fatigue

Ether rebounds after a sharp drop, but with exchange reserves at 2016 lows and 35.6M ETH queued for unstaking, the market sits on fragile ground.
Zonebourse October 01, 2025 at 10:12 am
US SEC commissioner says regulator willing to work with those who want to tokenise

US SEC commissioner says regulator willing to work with those who want to tokenise

SINGAPORE -A top U.S. securities regulator known for her supportive stance on the cryptocurrency industry said on Tuesday that the Securities and Exchange Commission is open to working with industry...
September 29, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Kraken in talks to raise funds at $20 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports

Kraken in talks to raise funds at $20 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports

Crypto exchange Kraken is in advanced talks to secure fresh funding that could value the company at about $20 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Friday. The funding would include a...
September 26, 2025 at 03:50 pm
SoftBank, Ark in talks to join Tether major funding round, Bloomberg News reports

SoftBank, Ark in talks to join Tether major funding round, Bloomberg News reports

SoftBank Group and Ark Investment Management are among potential investors in a funding round for stablecoin issuer Tether, Bloomberg News reported on Friday. The two investors are...
September 26, 2025 at 12:50 pm
A wave of crypto ETFs is about to flood Wall Street

A wave of crypto ETFs is about to flood Wall Street

In Washington, the SEC has lifted a barrier: the approval of crypto ETFs will no longer be subject to endless procedures. Now, Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and others are seeing a fast track to traditional...
Zonebourse September 25, 2025 at 05:19 am
Tether names ex-Google, Limestone executive as chief business officer

Tether names ex-Google, Limestone executive as chief business officer

Crypto giant Tether has appointed Benjamin Habbel as its chief business officer, the company said on Wednesday, as it looks to broaden its investments beyond digital assets. Habbel, who...
September 24, 2025 at 02:00 pm
Leverage flushed, bulls cornered:  is Bitcoin's $111K line about to break?

Leverage flushed, bulls cornered: is Bitcoin's $111K line about to break?

Bitcoin slid below $112K, triggering $1.6B in liquidations. With short-term holders capitulating, the $111.4K realized price is now the key battleground.
Zonebourse September 24, 2025 at 10:24 am
Crypto firm Tether eyes $500 billion valuation in major raise, Bloomberg News reports

Crypto firm Tether eyes $500 billion valuation in major raise, Bloomberg News reports

Crypto giant Tether is in talks to raise as much as $20 billion in a private placement that could value the El Salvador-based firm at about $500 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. ...
September 23, 2025 at 04:40 pm
Crypto firm Tether eyes $500 billion valuation in major raise round, Bloomberg News reports

Crypto firm Tether eyes $500 billion valuation in major raise round, Bloomberg News reports

Crypto giant Tether is in talks to raise as much as $20 billion in a private placement that could value the El Salvador-based firm at about $500 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. ...
September 23, 2025 at 04:27 pm
The Fed Delivers; Crypto Markets Gear Up for a Busy Autumn

The Fed Delivers; Crypto Markets Gear Up for a Busy Autumn

Bitcoin climbs following the Fed’s rate cut, with global liquidity rising and stablecoin inflows signaling renewed risk appetite.
Zonebourse September 19, 2025 at 01:38 am
Working in stablecoins pays off big time

Working in stablecoins pays off big time

After money comes talent: the new battle for stablecoins is also being fought in recruitment offices. We discuss this in Cryptio review, after this week's essential news.
Zonebourse September 18, 2025 at 02:13 am
US senators demand Meta's internal data on kids' safety

US senators demand Meta's internal data on kids' safety

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators demanded Meta Platforms hand over internal assessments of how its products affect children and the effectiveness of its parental controls, according to a letter...
September 16, 2025 at 05:05 pm
Microsoft seizes 340 websites linked to growing phishing subscription service

Microsoft seizes 340 websites linked to growing phishing subscription service

Microsoft Inc said on Tuesday that it seized nearly 340 websites tied to a rapidly growing Nigerian-based service that allowed users to carry out phishing operations that stole at least 5,000...
September 16, 2025 at 02:02 pm