Hong Kong and Singapore are leading a push among Asian financial hubs to establish dominance in the cryptocurrency sector, capitalizing on renewed global enthusiasm fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s pro-blockchain policies. Bitcoin recently surged to nearly $110,000, with other digital assets also rallying on the back of Trump’s promises of regulatory clarity and support
Kelvin Maina
Kelvin Maina is a professional crypto and Forex technical analyst with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and experience in the industry since 2017. He has authored several crypto white papers and supported multiple cryptocurrency launches through marketing and technical writing expertise.
Bitcoin’s price is at a critical juncture as traders weigh the possibility of a surge past $106,000 or a decline to $85,000. The cryptocurrency’s next move will determine whether it enters a new price discovery phase or faces a deeper correction. Market analysts remain divided, with some pointing to strong bullish momentum and others highlighting
Bitcoin at a Crossroads: Will It Break Above $106,000 or Drop to $85,000?
Ben Armstrong has lost his marriage, his once-thriving YouTube empire, and even his prized Lamborghini. He was hailed as one of the most popular cryptocurrency influencers, drawing in millions of viewers under the name BitBoy Crypto. Then, a wave of legal disputes, internal upheaval, and personal controversies changed everything. In late September 2023, Armstrong stood
Ben Armstrong (BitBoy Crypto): Rise to Fame and Fallout—What Happened to Him?
Could the next breakthrough in cryptocurrency be an innovative solution that seamlessly bridges real-world assets with blockchain technology? Qubetics, an emerging player in the crypto space, recently raised $13.5 million during its presale, propelling itself to the forefront of Real World Asset (RWA) tokenization. This significant fundraising milestone has garnered substantial attention as investors search
Qubetics Secures $13.5 Million in Presale, Paving Way for Real-World Asset Tokenization Revolution
Kraken and Crypto.com are accelerating efforts to introduce proprietary stablecoins as the European Union’s new Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulations impose stringent compliance requirements on third-party issuers. The regulatory framework, which took effect in January, mandates stablecoin issuers to secure EU-based authorization, ensure full transparency in reserves, and implement strict consumer protection measures. The European
Kraken and Crypto.com to Launch Stablecoins as EU Tightens Regulatory Grip
Franklin Templeton has introduced the Franklin Crypto Index ETF (EZPZ), a new exchange-traded fund that provides institutional investors with exposure to Bitcoin and Ethereum. The ETF, which tracks the CF Institutional Digital Asset Index, debuted on the Cboe BZX exchange, making it the second cryptocurrency index ETF to launch in the U.S. following Hashdex’s Nasdaq
Franklin Templeton Launches Crypto ETF, Expanding Institutional Access to Bitcoin and Ethereum
A casual bet on the 2020 Trump-Biden election transformed Batsoupyum from a crypto enthusiast into one of the most influential NFT collectors in the space. What began as a playful exchange on Polymarket led to an unexpected obsession with digital art—one that would redefine his investment portfolio and artistic sensibilities. Before diving into NFTs, Batsoupyum
How a Trump-Biden Bet Ignited Batsoupyum’s NFT Obsession
Sam Bankman-Fried, the convicted founder of the collapsed FTX cryptocurrency exchange, has broken his silence from prison, taking aim at President Joe Biden’s administration while aligning himself with former President Donald Trump. In an interview with The New York Sun, Bankman-Fried condemned the Biden administration’s handling of cryptocurrency regulations and suggested that his legal troubles
Sam Bankman-Fried Criticizes Biden, Expresses Sympathy for Trump in Prison Interview
The United Arab Emirates saw an unprecedented surge in cryptocurrency app downloads in 2024, fueled by political shifts in the United States and aggressive promotional campaigns by major crypto firms. Data from app analytics firm AppsFlyer showed that installations of the top 49 cryptocurrency apps rose from 6.2 million in 2023 to 15 million in
Crypto App Downloads in UAE Skyrocketed 141% in 2024, Driven by Trump’s Victory and Aggressive Marketing
Australia’s upcoming federal election may be decided by an emerging force: crypto voters. A recent YouGov poll, cited by Australian crypto exchange Swyftx, suggests that nearly 2 million Australians could form a pro-crypto voting bloc, making them a key factor in determining the next government. Swyftx stated that a YouGov survey of 2,031 Australian voters,
Crypto Investors Could Shape Australia’s 2025 Federal Election, YouGov Poll Finds
Hong Kong is ramping up its push to become a global hub for digital assets. The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) is set to introduce a comprehensive cryptocurrency roadmap this week, paving the way for derivatives and margin lending in virtual assets. The initiative signals Hong Kong’s intent to attract capital and strengthen its position
Hong Kong Expands Crypto Ambitions with New Derivatives and Margin Lending
Ukraine is set to fully legalize cryptocurrency by mid-2025, marking a significant step toward integrating digital assets into the national economy. According to Danylo Hetmantsev, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada’s Finance, Tax, and Customs Policy Committee, the legislative framework is largely complete, with only taxation and regulatory oversight matters still under discussion. The legalization effort