Gracy Chen, the rare but glorious woman behind Bitget’s epic growth

Welcome to Slate Sundays, CryptoSlate’s weekly feature showcasing in-depth interviews, expert analysis, and thought-provoking op-eds that go beyond the headlines to explore the ideas and voices shaping the future of crypto. Gracy Chen leaves quite an impression. As the only female CEO among the top 10 crypto exchanges, she’s well aware of the challenges facing women … Read more

Options Market Still Tilts Bullish Despite Bitcoin’s Dip Below $100K

Bitcoin fell beneath $100,000 on Sunday following U.S. confirmation of involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, as derivatives data shows traders are heavily positioned for further volatility. Bitcoin Options Open Interest Hits $51B Amid Geopolitical Jitters Open interest in bitcoin (BTC) options is now hovering around $51 billion, according to Coinglass data, while ethereum ( ETH) … Read more

3 Best XRP Alternatives That Could 20-50x Your Portfolio In The Second Half Of 2025

The crypto market never sleeps; it evolves. While XRP remains a heavyweight in digital payments, forward-thinking investors are scanning the horizon for the next big opportunities. With cross-border transactions expected to balloon past $250 trillion within two years, fresh solutions are emerging that could leave even established players in the dust. Three projects – SUI, … Read more

World Braces For Potential Energy Shock

ANKARA, TURKIYE – JUNE 17: An infographic titled “Strait of Hormuz” created in Ankara, Turkiye on … More June 17, 2025. Connects oil and LNG production in the Middle East to global markets via the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. (Photo by Murat Usubali/Anadolu via Getty Images) Anadolu via Getty Images There are several … Read more

Trump’s Tariffs Reshaped Bitcoin’s Backbone, Institutional Bitcoin Takeover, and More — Week in Review

Trump’s tariffs just reshaped bitcoin’s backbone, Blackrock could orchestrate institutional bitcoin takeover, Trump praises Senate-backed stablecoin bill, and more in this Week in Review. Week in Review Chinese mining giants Bitmain, Canaan, and MicroBT are relocating operations due to Trump-era tariffs. Meanwhile, concerns over Bitcoin’s decentralization have emerged, with podcast host Vlad Costea warning of … Read more

Ethereum Whale’s $39 Million Accumulation Suggests Potential Confidence Amid Market Volatility

Amidst a turbulent crypto market, an Ethereum whale has strategically acquired $39 million worth of ETH, signaling renewed confidence in Ethereum’s potential. This significant purchase occurred during a period when Ethereum’s price decline outpaced Bitcoin’s, raising questions about the whale’s investment strategy and market outlook. According to COINOTAG, this move highlights a growing trend of … Read more