Philippe Laffont, founder of Coatue Management, told attendees at Coinbase’s State of Crypto Summit in New York City on Thursday that Bitcoin is becoming a serious part of traditional portfolios as its once-wild volatility continues to drop. The hedge fund boss said he believes the asset is moving from speculative territory into something more foundational, … Read more
In a market flooded with noise, only a few digital assets are truly standing out. From Web3 infrastructure to scalable smart contract platforms, the race to become the top performing crypto of 2025 is heating up fast. Over the past five days, Polkadot (DOT), Toncoin (TON), and Celestia (TIA) have each made headlines for different … Read more
Russia busts mobile crypto mine stealing power from village grid. 95 illegal mining rigs found hidden inside a KamAZ truck. New laws tighten crypto mining amid rising energy concerns. Authorities in Russia’s Republic of Buryatia have discovered a secret cryptocurrency mining operation hidden inside a KamAZ truck. The mobile installation was stolen powering off a … Read more
When markets wobble, seasoned traders look for signs of strength beneath the surface—and for altcoins positioned to explode when momentum returns. This handpicked list features digital assets with strong fundamentals, real-world utility, and bullish setups that could outperform if the broader crypto market rebounds. Whether it’s disruptive DeFi platforms, scalable infrastructure projects, or breakthrough identity … Read more
A top trader, who previously multiplied a modest investment spectacularly with the SHIB token, has now put faith into a fresh AI-powered meme coin. This mystery asset promises to transform the crypto landscape with its innovative approach and potential for significant returns. The intrigue deepens as coins like SHIB and PEPE become part of the … Read more
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Over the past three days, the crypto market has taken a hit, shedding $210 billion in value since June 11, when tensions first flared between Israel and Iran. Meanwhile, over the past week, bitcoin has dipped 0.8% and ethereum is down 0.1%, but a handful of altcoins have posted double-digit gains, managing to dodge the … Read more
Shaquille O’Neal has agreed to pay $1.8 million to resolve allegations tied to his promotion of the now-defunct cryptocurrency exchange FTX, marking a rare celebrity settlement in the wider legal fallout from the platform’s collapse. Filed in a Florida federal court, the proposed agreement would end a class action lawsuit that accused the former NBA … Read more
Reports have emerged about a hours-long phone conversation between the heads of state of the US and Russia, where topics ranged from the growing tension in the Middle East to Donald Trump’s birthday. According to some publications, the POTUS described the Israel-Iran situation as “very alarming,” as there’s no closure in sight. BREAKING: President Trump … Read more
Bitcoin’s (BTC) total addressable market encompasses the $16 trillion gold market and the $30 trillion US Treasury market used as a store of value by individual bondholders and institutions, according to Hunter Horsley, the CEO of digital asset investment firm Bitwise. “The opportunity for Bitcoin isn’t just gold; it is the $30 trillion-plus using Treasuries … Read more