Trump’s Executive Order a ‘Game-Changer’ for Institutional Crypto Adoption
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning the creation of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the United States, a move hailed by industry experts as transformative for the cryptocurrency sector. The order, signed on 23 January, prohibits the establishment, issuance, and use of CBDCs, citing concerns
Trump’s First Week in Office: Will Crypto Regulation Take Centre Stage?
Crypto investors and industry insiders are hopeful as Donald Trump prepares to take office as the 45th President of the United States on January 20. They anticipate his administration will champion innovation-friendly regulations, potentially setting a new tone for the cryptocurrency sector in the world’s largest economy. Expectations are high
XRP Could Double Against Bitcoin by March, Echoing 2017 Rally
XRP’s recent price movements suggest the cryptocurrency may be poised for a significant rally against Bitcoin (BTC), reminiscent of its explosive 2,500% surge in early 2017. If historical patterns hold, XRP could see a 100% gain by March 2025, supported by technical and fundamental factors. XRP Gains Momentum Against Bitcoin
Bitcoin Price Slips 3% as Altcoins Steal the Spotlight
Bitcoin traders face renewed challenges as the leading cryptocurrency fails to sustain momentum above the $100,000 mark, slipping 3% amidst mixed economic signals and altcoin dominance. BTC Dips Despite US Jobs Data Bitcoin’s price fell nearly 3%, trading at $97,000, according to data from TradingView. This decline followed the release
Litecoin Price Surges 20% Amid ETF Speculation
LTC Rallies on Canary Capital’s Spot ETF Filing Litecoin (LTC) experienced a remarkable surge of around 20% in the past 24 hours, reaching approximately $120.50 on 16 January. This rally follows the filing of an amended S-1 form by Canary Capital for its proposed spot Litecoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). The
Daily Crypto Update: Thailand Reviews Bitcoin ETF, US Appoints Crypto Subcommittee Vice Chair
Thailand Considers Spot Bitcoin ETF and Stablecoin Proposals Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reviewing the possibility of listing spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on local exchanges. SEC Secretary-General Pornanong Budsaratragoon stated on 14 January that the regulator aims to adapt to the growing global adoption of cryptocurrencies while
XRP Price Surge: Could It Reach $13 in 2025?
XRP has reclaimed its position as a bullish contender in the cryptocurrency market, reaching its highest value in six years. On January 15, the cryptocurrency hit $2.89, rebounding by over 30% from its monthly low and erasing the losses incurred earlier in 2025. Whale Accumulation and ETF Speculation The price
Maple Finance Proposes Token Buybacks to Boost Staker Benefits
Maple Finance, a leading decentralised finance (DeFi) protocol, has unveiled a governance proposal to use 20% of its revenues for monthly buybacks of its native token, SYRUP. The proposal, outlined on 13 January, aims to enhance rewards for stakers and align their interests with the protocol’s success. The initiative, pending
BitPay Processes 600,000 Crypto Transactions in 2024, Litecoin Leads
Cryptocurrency payment platform BitPay processed 608,000 transactions in 2024, reflecting growing adoption of digital assets for payments during the bull market. According to BitPay’s “Decrypted 2024” report, Litecoin (LTC) emerged as the top choice for transactions, surpassing Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH). Litecoin Tops the Charts Litecoin dominated BitPay’s transaction
MoonPay Acquires Helio in $175 Million Deal to Boost Crypto Payment Services
MoonPay, a leading fiat-to-crypto on-ramp provider, has acquired Helio, a blockchain-based payment processor built on Solana, in a landmark $175 million deal. The acquisition is set to significantly enhance MoonPay’s payments infrastructure and expand its capabilities in the growing crypto payments sector. Helio’s Crypto Checkout Platform Helio is renowned for
