Why Every Blockchain Suddenly Wants Its Own Perp Dex

In crypto’s latest infrastructure race, blockchains are competing to host perpetual futures exchanges. Many are now launching or incubating decentralized derivatives markets themselves, even as centralized platforms continue to dominate. Derivatives make up most of today’s crypto trading activity, often accounting for the majority of total volume. On Tuesday, Bitcoin (BTC) spot trading volume across…

Utah Set to Block Prediction Markets Like Kalshi and Polymarket

The US state of Utah is set to block prediction market platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket, escalating a growing dispute between state regulators and federal authorities over how the industry should be regulated. On Wednesday, Utah’s HB243 (Gambling Revisions) bill was sent to the governor’s desk after passing the Utah House on Feb. 10…

Why Bitcoin’s $72K Wall Signals Its Most Painful Cycle Phase Yet

Bitcoin (BTC) failed to break the $72,000 resistance on Tuesday, as onchain data suggested that BTC was entering the most “challenging” phase of the cycle. Key takeaways: Bitcoin price stays range-bound following another rejection at $72,000. Rising supply in loss suggests the most “psychologically challenging” phase of the bear market is here. Bitcoin must break…

Why Bitcoin’s $72K Wall Signals Its Most Painful Cycle Phase Yet

Bitcoin (BTC) failed to break the $72,000 resistance on Tuesday, as onchain data suggested that BTC was entering the most “challenging” phase of the cycle. Key takeaways: Bitcoin price stays range-bound following another rejection at $72,000. Rising supply in loss suggests the most “psychologically challenging” phase of the bear market is here. Bitcoin must break…

RWAs Will Run on Two Blockchain Rails, Says Redstone Co-Founder

Institutional adoption of real-world assets (RWAs) is splitting between public and permissioned networks, exposing a divide between the liquidity advantages of blockchains like Ethereum and the privacy demands driving systems such as Canton Network. The divergence is becoming more pronounced as tokenized assets gain traction among major asset managers. Marcin Kaźmierczak, co-founder of blockchain oracle…

Steadies near $1.38 as Bollinger squeeze hints at breakout before CPI

XRP traded quietly near $1.38 as volatility compressed across crypto markets, with traders positioning ahead of U.S. inflation data that could trigger the next directional move. News Background XRP has entered a period of consolidation as broader crypto markets adopt a cautious tone ahead of key macroeconomic data. Investors are closely watching the upcoming U.S….

Ghana Lets 11 Crypto Companies Participate in Sandbox

Ghana’s securities regulator has given the nod to 11 crypto trading platforms to participate in its new regulatory sandbox program, its first major step in support of crypto after passing a law to provide the local market with regulatory clarity in December. Ghana’s Securities and Exchange Commission said on Tuesday that the 11 crypto platforms…

Three Binance Charts May Be Hinting at Bitcoin’s Next Move

The next big breakout for Bitcoin (BTC) may hinge on changes unfolding across Binance’s exchange flows and derivatives activity. Onchain data from the largest cryptocurrency exchange currently show a cooling of whale deposits, rising BTC withdrawals, and growing futures dominance, which may influence the next direction for Bitcoin’s price. Bitcoin whale activity cools after February…

Stablecoins Will Stay, But Only If Built Right

Opinion by: Boris Bohrer-Bilowitzki, CEO of Concordium Stablecoins have been hailed as the connective tissue linking the crypto world to traditional finance. They promise the efficiency of blockchain — faster, cheaper, better transactions — while maintaining the stability of a pegged asset, typically the US dollar. This proposition is compelling for institutions seeking to overhaul…

Three Binance Charts May Be Hinting at Bitcoin’s Next Move

The next big breakout for Bitcoin (BTC) may hinge on changes unfolding across Binance’s exchange flows and derivatives activity. Onchain data from the largest cryptocurrency exchange currently show a cooling of whale deposits, rising BTC withdrawals, and growing futures dominance, which may influence the next direction for Bitcoin’s price. Bitcoin whale activity cools after February…