Bitcoin’s role as an inflation hedge depends on where one lives — Analyst

For years, inflation was primarily a concern for emerging markets, where volatile currencies and economic instability made rising prices a persistent challenge. However, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation became a global issue. Once-stable economies with historically low inflation were suddenly grappling with soaring costs, prompting investors to rethink how to preserve their wealth. While gold and real estate have long been hailed as safe-haven assets, Bitcoin’s supporters argue that its fixed supply and decentralized nature make it the ultimate shield against inflation. But does the theory hold…

Decentralized science meets AI — legacy institutions aren’t ready

Opinion by: Sasha Shilina, PhD, founder of Episteme and researcher at Paradigm Research Institute Science has always been about pushing boundaries, yet today, many of those boundaries are artificial — walled-off journals, slow-moving institutions and research funding locked behind bureaucratic doors. The system is designed for gatekeepers, not explorers. But what if we could tear down those walls? What if science could be set free? Over the past few years, we’ve watched decentralized science (DeSci) morph from a radical experiment into one of crypto’s most electrifying frontiers. Once dismissed as…

Restaked Bitcoin Protocols Skyrocket 4,459% in Just 9 Months

Since the advent of restaking bitcoin and Babylon’s leading role in the space, restaked bitcoin protocols have exploded onto the scene with phenomenal momentum. Over the past nine months, these protocols have skyrocketed by 4,459%, showcasing a significant upward trajectory. From $69 Million to $3.1 Billion: The Meteoric Growth of Restaked Bitcoin Ecosystems Bitcoin-based decentralized […] Original

Bitcoin Rebounds Above $85,000 Amid Weak Market Demand

Reason to trust Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Created by industry experts and meticulously reviewed The highest standards in reporting and publishing Strict editorial policy that focuses on accuracy, relevance, and impartiality Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin (BTC) is experiencing a notable price recovery, reclaiming the $85,000 level after a 4.3% increase in the past 24 hours. This rebound has sparked renewed optimism among investors,…

Bitcoin poised to reclaim $90,000, according to derivatives metrics

Bitcoin (BTC) failed to sustain levels above $85,000 on March 14, despite a 1.9% gain in the S&P 500 index. More importantly, it has been over a week since Bitcoin last traded at $90,000, prompting traders to question whether the bull market is truly over and how long selling pressure will persist. Bitcoin basis rate rebounds from bearish levels From a derivatives perspective, Bitcoin metrics have shown resilience despite a 30% drop from its all-time high of $109,354 on Jan. 20. The Bitcoin basis rate, which measures the premium of…

Telegram founder Pavel Durov given permission to leave France

Pavel Durov, founder of the popular messaging app Telegram, has left France and relocated to Dubai following approval from a French court. On March 13, Durov reportedly received permission from the French court to depart the country, allowing him to travel to Dubai — a city known for its business-friendly environment and lack of extradition agreements with many nations — according to a Barron’s report citing unknown sources. The exact terms of the court’s decision remain unclear, but Durov’s relocation has reignited debates about jurisdiction, privacy, and the responsibilities of…

Rising $219B stablecoin supply signals mid-bull cycle, not market top

The current crypto market correction is merely the middle of the bull cycle, not the top, based on the steadily growing stablecoin supply, which may signal more incoming investment according to analysts. The cumulative stablecoin supply has surpassed $219 billion, suggesting that the current cycle is still far from its top. Source: IntoTheBlock Historically, stablecoin supply peaks have aligned with crypto cycle tops, according to a March 14 X post by crypto intelligence platform IntoTheBlock, which wrote: “In April 2022, supply hit $187B—just as the bear market started. Now it’s…

Stablecoins Thrive as Crypto Stumbles: A $4.23B Growth Spree in 2 Weeks

While the crypto market contracted over the past two weeks, the stablecoin sector has ballooned by $4.23 billion since March 1, defying the broader trend. Digital Dollars Dominate With Over 8% of Crypto’s Trillion-Dollar Pie The stablecoin ecosystem—fiat-pegged digital tokens—now sits at $228.553 billion after a $4.23 billion boost in just 14 days. Leading the […] Source CryptoX Portal

Ether may fall below $1.9K ‘robust’ demand zone, analysts eye capitulation

Ether risks another decline below $1,900, which may open up a significant amount of investor demand, which may catalyze Ether’s recovery from its three-month downtrend Ether (ETH) price fell over 52% during its three-month downtrend after it peaked above $4,100 on Dec. 16, 2024, TradingView data shows. While another correction below $1,900 is on the horizon, this may unleash significant buying pressure, according to Juan Pellicer, senior research analyst at IntoTheBlock. ETH/USD, 1-day chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView “Onchain metrics reveal a robust demand zone for ETH just below $1,900,” the analyst…