Rosemina J.

Rosemina is a blockchain researcher specializing in payment systems and DeFi. She discovered decentralized finance during DeFi Summer and has been deeply immersed in the space ever since. As a contributor to CoinRock, she shares her in-depth research on the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in blockchain payments and DeFi, helping readers navigate the decentralized finance landscape.

Commodity Strategist Warns Bitcoin Could Plunge to $10,000

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Bitcoin’s meteoric rise over the past year may be running out of steam, with one veteran commodity strategist predicting a severe correction that could see BTC plummet to $10,000. The warning comes as gold surges past $3,000, global risk sentiment shifts, and speculative bubbles start to show cracks. Bloomberg’s Senior Commodity Strategist Mike McGlone believes

Commodity Strategist Warns Bitcoin Could Plunge to $10,000

Hyperliquid’s 50x ETH Whale Now Making Big Bets on LINK

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A mysterious cryptocurrency trader known for executing high-leverage trades on Hyperliquid is shifting focus to Chainlink (LINK) after previously testing the platform’s liquidity with a massive 50x leveraged ETH bet. On-chain data shows the trader, dubbed “ETH 50x Big Guy”, has now entered a $31 million leveraged position on LINK, fueling speculation about Chainlink’s next

Hyperliquid’s 50x ETH Whale Now Making Big Bets on LINK

Pump.fun Shifts to DMs and Group Messaging After Livestream Flop

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Pump.fun is pivoting away from its failed livestreaming experiment, introducing direct messaging (DMs) and group chats to its mobile apps to revive engagement on the platform. The new feature, will be available on iOS and Android, marking a shift in strategy for the Solana-based memecoin launchpad after a tumultuous year. But will messaging succeed where

Pump.fun Shifts to DMs and Group Messaging After Livestream Flop

Russia Uses Bitcoin And USDT For Oil Trades With China And India

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Russia is increasingly using cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and stablecoins to facilitate oil trade with China and India, bypassing Western sanctions and reshaping global financial flows, according to sources cited by Reuters. This move underscores a broader trend of de-dollarization among BRICS nations, as Moscow deepens ties with China and India while navigating

Russia Uses Bitcoin And USDT For Oil Trades With China And India

Vermont Drops Coinbase Staking Case, Aligns With SEC Decision

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In a major shift for crypto regulation, Vermont has officially dropped its legal challenge against Coinbase’s staking services, citing the SEC’s recent decision to abandon its case. This move signals a potential loosening of regulatory pressure on staking services, a key battleground in the ongoing fight between U.S. regulators and the crypto industry. Vermont’s Department

Vermont Drops Coinbase Staking Case, Aligns With SEC Decision

Crypto Founders Targeted by North Korean Hackers in Fake Zoom Attacks

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A new wave of North Korean-linked cyber attacks is targeting crypto founders, using fake Zoom calls to deploy malware and steal sensitive data. At least three crypto executives have reported encountering the scam, which exploits human psychology to trick victims into installing malicious software. According to Nick Bax, a member of the white hat hacking

Crypto Founders Targeted by North Korean Hackers in Fake Zoom Attacks

21Shares Cuts Fees on Bitcoin & Ethereum Core ETPs, Expands to Xetra

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In a strategic move to make cryptocurrency investments more accessible, 21Shares has announced a significant fee reduction for its Bitcoin and Ethereum Core ETP (ABBA). Alongside the cost cut, the firm has expanded its reach by cross-listing ABBA on the Xetra exchange, effective March 12, 2025. These developments mark a pivotal shift in Europe’s crypto

21Shares Cuts Fees on Bitcoin & Ethereum Core ETPs, Expands to Xetra

Pomp Claims Trump Crashed Markets to Force Rate Cuts

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Bitcoin investor Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano has sparked a major debate, claiming that Donald Trump is deliberately tanking markets to force the Federal Reserve into cutting interest rates. In a March 10 post on X, Pompliano argued that Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent are actively driving down asset prices to pressure Federal Reserve Chair Jerome

Pomp Claims Trump Crashed Markets to Force Rate Cuts

US Dollar Decline Fuels Bitcoin Bull Case, But Risks Remain

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The rapid decline of the US dollar is fueling bullish sentiment for Bitcoin (BTC), with investors increasingly turning to digital assets as a hedge against fiat currency weakness. However, Real Vision crypto analyst Jamie Coutts warns that despite a weakening US Dollar Index (DXY), two key metrics—Treasury bond volatility (MOVE Index) and corporate bond spreads,

US Dollar Decline Fuels Bitcoin Bull Case, But Risks Remain

Mike Novogratz Weighs In on OCC’s Policy Shift

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Crypto investor Mike Novogratz calls the latest U.S. regulatory developments “historic” for the industry. With the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) easing banking restrictions, the SEC softening its stance on enforcement, and stablecoin regulation gaining government support, Novogratz believes these shifts will have a lasting impact on Bitcoin and the broader crypto

Mike Novogratz Weighs In on OCC’s Policy Shift

Coinbase Calls Out FDIC for Withholding Key Crypto Debanking Documents

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The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is facing mounting criticism for allegedly obstructing transparency regarding Operation Chokepoint 2.0, a suspected government effort to pressure banks into severing ties with crypto firms. Paul Grewal, Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO), has accused the FDIC of actively resisting transparency, despite growing scrutiny over financial censorship under the Biden

Coinbase Calls Out FDIC for Withholding Key Crypto Debanking Documents

Cardano Foundation Partners With SERPRO to Drive Blockchain Adoption

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The Cardano Foundation has taken a major step toward expanding blockchain adoption, announcing a strategic partnership with SERPRO, Brazil’s federal data processing service. The collaboration is set to enhance transparency, improve public administration efficiency, and integrate blockchain into government services, marking a significant milestone for both Cardano and Brazil’s digital infrastructure. The Cardano Foundation’s partnership

Cardano Foundation Partners With SERPRO to Drive Blockchain Adoption