UBS is quietly opening the door to cryptocurrency trading for wealthy clients, signaling a cautious but meaningful shift as global wealth managers respond to rising demand for bitcoin exposure and the growing role of blockchain in traditional finance. UBS Prepares Bitcoin Trading Pilot for Swiss Clients With Global Expansion, Report Traditional banks are increasingly reassessing […] Original
Nasdaq has cleared the way for significantly expanded trading in bitcoin and ethereum-linked options after a fast-tracked SEC greenlight removed long-standing contract limits on major crypto ETFs. SEC Steps Aside as Nasdaq Expands Crypto ETF Options — A Bullish Setup for Traders The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published a notice on Jan. 21 […] Original
Bitcoin is under pressure as crypto markets enter a volatile correction driven by geopolitical tensions, Federal Reserve leadership uncertainty, and delayed U.S. regulation, amplifying short-term risk without undermining long-term adoption trends. Markets Weigh Fed Chair Outcomes While Bitcoin Navigates a Macro-Driven Pullback A period of heightened uncertainty has emerged across digital asset markets as macroeconomic […] Original
While bitcoin has been stuck pacing between $87,600 and $91,100 over the past few days, a sizable cluster of long-silent wallets dating back to the 2016–2017 vintage suddenly stirred, shifting 498 BTC valued at $44.6 million. In another instance, onchain analyst Sani discovered 107 wallets that consolidated 2,205 BTC into nearly two dozen addresses, a […] Original
Bitcoin’s $1.81 billion options expiry triggered sharp volatility, with prices swinging between $88,700 and $89,500 before rebounding above $90,000. The drop was fueled by four straight days of ETF outflows totaling $32 million and broader market fear linked to turbulence in the Japanese bond market. ETF Outflows and Global Macro Pressures The expiry of $1.81 […] Original
The crypto market wavered on Friday, with Bitcoin and most altcoins remaining in a tight range, even as institutional demand accelerated. Summary The crypto market remained in a tight range on Friday. UBS, a bank with over $4 trillion in assets, will start offering crypto trading. More large companies like Morgan Stanley and JPMorgan have embraced the industry. Bitcoin (BTC) price was stuck at $89,000, while Ethereum (ETH) remained below the key support level at $3,000. The market capitalization of all coins remained at $3 trillion, while the Crypto Fear…
Bitcoin’s mining difficulty eased on Thursday, sliding 3.28% from 146.47 trillion to 141.67 trillion—a level not seen since September 2025, and a welcome breather after months of grind. The adjustment should favor bitcoin miners, especially as revenue per petahash (PH/s) has slipped 5.45% over the past week, making this recalibration feel less like charity and […] Original
South Korean prosecutors are investigating the disappearance of approximately $48 million in seized Bitcoin following a suspected phishing attack, according to local media reports. Summary Gwangju District Prosecutors’ Office found roughly 70 billion won (about $48m) in seized Bitcoin missing during a routine audit of confiscated assets. Local reports say an employee accessed a fake website mimicking a legitimate service, leaking a password and enabling unauthorized transfers from the state‑controlled wallet. The case underscores global custody risks as agencies hold large crypto troves, echoing U.S. seizures like the Secret Service’s…
Bitcoin price is consolidating below former range highs, and a developing bear flag pattern suggests downside risk remains elevated with $80,000 emerging as the key support level. Summary Bitcoin lost the range high, which has flipped into strong resistance. A bear flag is forming near the range midpoint, signaling continuation risk. $80,000 is the key downside support where resting liquidity sits. Bitcoin’s (BTC) recent price action is tilting bearish as the market consolidates below a critical resistance zone. After failing to hold the range high, BTC experienced a sharp bearish…
Gold and silver approached historic marks of $5,000 and $100 early Friday as investors continued piling into the precious-metal mania that began last year. Both have benefited from the same factors, although analysts say silver’s upside could be more violent. Gold Close to $5,000, Silver Nears $100: What’s Happening? Gold and silver are becoming the […] Original