Day: April 18, 2025

Bitcoin Gradually Emerging from Bearish Trap: Six Digits Soon?

Key Notes Glassnode reveals that whales holding over 10,000 BTC are steadily accumulating. Mid-sized investors (10–100 BTC) are shifting back to accumulation after extended distribution. Over 15,000 BTC moved from centralized exchanges to private wallets last week. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading steady around $84,500 after weeks of volatility that rattled investor sentiment. On-chain data from Glassnode points out that wallets holding over 10,000 BTC continue to demonstrate strong accumulation behavior. Meanwhile, investors holding between 10 and 100 BTC, usually considered mid-sized investors, are also shifting toward accumulation after months of…

XRP Breakout Still Likely This April, Analyst Says $12+ In Play

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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. The price of XRP continues to coil just above the mid‑$2 region, but veteran market technician CasiTrades (@CasiTrades) believes the consolidation is the calm before a violent impulse higher.…

Which is easier for investors to purchase?

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As gold prices break new highs, many Bitcoiners are seeking ways to get exposure to the precious metal, but have been met with some hurdles along the way. Although physical gold is accessible in the form of jewelry, gold bars and coins, many industry executives are concerned about aspects like its quality, liquidity when selling, and buying at a premium above spot prices. On the other hand, gold advocates are confident that the precious metal is much easier to buy than Bitcoin (BTC), given the complexities of storing private keys…

How do they stack up for investors?

As gold prices break new highs, many Bitcoiners are seeking ways to get exposure to the precious metal, but have been met with some hurdles along the way. Although physical gold is accessible in the form of jewelry, gold bars and coins, many industry executives are concerned about aspects like its quality, liquidity when selling, and buying at a premium above spot prices. On the other hand, gold advocates are confident that the precious metal is much easier to buy than Bitcoin (BTC), given the complexities of storing private keys…

International grocery chain Spar pilots Bitcoin payments in Switzerland

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Spar, an international grocery chain, has begun accepting Bitcoin in a Swiss store, potentially paving the way for wider crypto adoption across its global retail network. In its April 17 LinkedIn post, DFX Swiss, a company which offers crypto-to-cash solutions, announced that the Spar location in the Swedish city of Zug has officially gone live on BTC Map — a platform tracking businesses worldwide that accept Bitcoin (BTC). DFX Swiss has enabled this payment system using a new tool called OpenCryptoPay. “This SPAR location is among the first supermarkets in…

Bitcoin’s long-term holders remain broadly in profit, analysts say

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Market turbulence has left many in loss, but long-term Bitcoin holders remain largely unaffected, analysts at Glassnode say. Bitcoin’s (BTC) long-term holders are still in a strong position despite ongoing market uncertainty, according to a new report from on-chain analytics firm Glassnode. Although many new investors are currently facing the “largest unrealized losses on record,” long-term holders “remain broadly in profit,” the report reads. The analysis highlights that while short-term holders are experiencing significant unrealized losses, long-tetm investors continue to hold their positions. “[…] from an individual investor perspective, the…

Bitcoin In Peril? Expert Warns Of China’s Alleged Scheme To Crash BTC To $40,000

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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. As Bitcoin (BTC) attempts to stabilize above the crucial $80,000 support level, a new warning from market analyst Leviathan has raised concerns about an alleged strategy by China that…

Astar reduces base staking rewards to curb inflation pressure

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Blockchain firm Astar Network implemented changes to its tokenomics to reduce inflationary pressures in its ecosystem.  On April 18, Astar Network announced that it reduced the blockchain’s base staking rewards to 10% from 25% to curb token inflation.  The company said the change promotes a more stable annual percentage rate (APR) for users as staking inches closer to a more ideal ratio. The firm said this ensures that rewards “remain meaningful” without causing excessive inflation.  “This change lowers automatic token issuance, reducing overall inflationary pressure while maintaining strong incentives for…

Altcoins Could Climb in Q2 2025 Amid Regulatory Improvements

Key Notes Altcoins may rebound in Q2 2025 due to improved crypto regulations, says Swiss bank Sygnum. New protocols like BeraChain and Aptos could drive market growth. Q1 2025 saw a sharp drop in market cap and DeFi TVL according to a CoinGecko report. The altcoin market was volatile in the first quarter of 2025, swinging high during the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, and dipping by the end of the same quarter. According to Swiss bank Sygnum, altcoins could experience a rebound in Q2 2025 because of the…