Author: James Wilson

Curve Finance has moved back into the spotlight, not because of hype, but due to where users are actually paying fees on Ethereum. Summary Curve captured about 44% of Ethereum decentralized exchange fees over the past 30 days, up from ~1.6% a year ago Growth is driven by crvUSD trading and deep Bitcoin liquidity pools via Yield Basis DAO grants and new deployments continue to support Curve’s role as core decentralized finance infrastructure While DAO discussions continue in the background, on-chain data now shows Curve sitting at the center of Ethereum’s DEX activity. According to DeFiLlama data, Curve DAO (CRV) has recorded an all-time high in…

Bitcoin’s network activity is flashing a signal that has often appeared near market lows. Summary Bitcoin hashrate fell 4%, the steepest drop since April 2024. Corporate treasuries bought 42,000 BTC as exchange-traded product holdings declined. Past hashrate drops saw 180-day Bitcoin price gains averaging 72%. The latest data shows pressure across miners, traders, and short-term holders, even as long-term conviction stays intact. Bitcoin’s network hashrate fell about 4% over the past 30 days, the sharpest drop since April 2024, according to VanEck’s latest report. The pullback followed a rough month for price action, with Bitcoin (BTC) down 9% and volatility spiking above 45%, the…

Kalshi has launched an in-house research unit and released data showing its inflation forecasts beat Wall Street. Summary Kalshi launched Kalshi Research, offering academics access to its prediction market data. An internal study found Kalshi inflation forecasts beat Wall Street by 40% overall. The move comes amid rapid growth, major funding rounds, and ongoing regulatory scrutiny. Kalshi is taking a step beyond trading. The U.S.-regulated prediction market has launched a dedicated research arm aimed at turning its data into a formal forecasting signal. On Dec. 22, Kalshi announced the creation of Kalshi Research, an internal unit designed to support academic and applied…

AAVE tanked on Monday as tensions escalated around a governance proposal calling for token holders to take direct ownership of Aave’s core brand assets. Summary A back-and-forth over who controls Aave’s name, website, and social media channels has erupted into a full-blown governance clash. As a result, the decentralized lending protocol’s token dipped by double digits, exposing a deeper fault line in how DAOs govern assets that live off-chain. Earlier, a whale sold 230,350 AAVE worth about $37.6M, pushing price down near $162. The debate was triggered by a forum post from Ernesto Boado, co-founder of BGD Labs, who argued…

Jiuzi Holdings is deepening its digital assets presence, announcing a partnership with Exsat Network, a core organization within the EOS crypto ecosystem, to build a global cryptocurrency custody business that could scale to $3 billion. Summary Jiuzi partnered with Exsat, part of the EOS ecosystem, to build a global cryptocurrency custody business that could scale to $3 billion. The venture targets regulated, institutional-grade crypto storage and related services such as settlement and yield products. The deal positions Jiuzi deeper in digital assets as institutional demand grows and could boost its profile—and valuation—in the crypto market. Under the agreement, the two…

Last week, Coinbase began giving users access to prediction markets within its existing trading interface. Now, the company is accelerating that strategy with the acquisition of The Clearing Company, a startup led by founder Toni Gemayel and staffed by what Coinbase calls “prediction market veterans.” Summary Coinbase is deepening its push to become a one-stop trading platform by acquiring prediction markets startup The Clearing Company. The deal comes just days after the rollout of event-based trading to users. The move positions Coinbase to capitalize on growing demand for platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, allowing users to trade on real-world outcomes…

Bitcoin is effectively in a holding pattern. The market lacks conviction, with price repeatedly rebounding between well-defined support and resistance levels but failing to establish a sustained trend in either direction. That kind of range-bound action typically reflects hesitation from both buyers and sellers, often ahead of a larger move. Summary Bitcoin is trading in a tight range as buyers and sellers remain evenly matched, with price repeatedly bouncing between short-term support and resistance levels. According to technical analysis from DrBullZeus, failed breakouts and shallow pullbacks suggest both sides are defending key zones, keeping volatility contained. A sustained break above…

On December 1, Michael Saylor’s Strategy announced that it had established a US dollar reserve, initially of $1.44 billion, to support the payment of dividends on its preferred stock and interest on its outstanding indebtedness. As of December 21, the balance of the USD Reserve is $2.19 billion, a regulatory filing shows. Summary Strategy made no BTC purchases for the week ending Dec. 21, breaking its accumulation streak. The company sold $747.8 million in Class A stock, lifted its cash balance to $2.19 billion, and still has more than $41 billion in remaining equity issuance capacity. Stock under pressure as…

The rise of cryptocurrency trading bots and platforms has drastically changed the way traders approach the market. In particular, Maestro Bot, DBOT DEX, and Shuriken have become notable tools for both beginner and professional traders. These platforms offer unique features and advantages that cater to different trading needs. This article will dive deep into the features, fee structures, security measures, and overall functionality of each platform, helping you determine which bot or exchange suits your requirements. For on-demand analysis of any cryptocurrency, join our Telegram channel. Table of Contents Maestro Bot: High Customization and Advanced Analytics Maestro Bot is a powerful…

It’s been 10 years since the inception of Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency. But there are a lot of questions still answered. Today we will discuss some of the most common crypto questions.   How does cryptocurrency work? Cryptocurrencies are tokens powered by decentralized technologies like Blockchains or DAGs. Usually, blockchains have three parts.  P2P networking protocol — For communication throughout the networkConsensus Algorithm — Determining the state of networkApplication Layer — Creating tokenomics and other features Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency, created by Satoshi Nakamoto. We have written two guides explaining Bitcoin, check them out. Short Read: What is Bitcoin…