Last week, the crypto world buzzed with news. U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) head, Gary Gensler, hinted at his possible departure. Gensler has been under fire for his tough stance on crypto, which led to a lawsuit from 18 states. As President-Elect Donald Trump has vowed to replace G
Ethereum, known for its smart contract capabilities, has risen quickly. But its cloak of anonymity makes it a prime spot for illegal activities, like money laundering. Bad guys turn dirty cash into clean currencies using Ethereum. Unlike old-fashioned money laundering, with its clear signs, Ethereum
You know how some blockchains need a boss to keep them in line? That's where a Coordination Blockchain comes in. This one's about Ethereum MainNet, the public Ethereum blockchain, and whether it can handle that job for Ethereum Private Sidechains. These sidechains are like private clubs where blockc
Did you know that mixing cryptocurrencies in your investment portfolio can help reduce risk? Researchers recently put this idea to the test using a famous theory by Markowitz. They found that spreading out your investments across different coins can balance out the highs and lows. For instance, betw
Everyone's talking about Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) now that news has spread about their talk to buy Bakkt, a crypto trading platform previously led by Senator Kelly Loeffler, a staunch Trump supporter. The valuation keeps everyone guessing, but Bakkt's shares sure got a boost, rising ove
Ever wondered who's behind Trump's choice for commerce secretary? Meet Howard Lutnick, a influential businessman with a remarkable past. He's the head of Cantor Fitzgerald, a major investment bank, and he's linked to Trump through their times on "The Apprentice. " If picked, Lutnick would lead the C
Who would have thought that a former U. S. President would dive into the world of cryptocurrency? Well, Donald Trump's media company seems eager to take that leap. Reports suggest they are in serious talks to buy Bakkt, a big player in the crypto trading scene. This potential deal sent both companie
It's not every day you hear about a rapper involved in a massive crypto heist. But that's exactly what happened to Heather Morgan, also known as Razzlekhan, who got sentenced to 18 months in prison. Her crime? Helping her husband, Ilya Lichtenstein, launder stolen bitcoin worth over $10 billion toda
Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), known for its Truth Social platform, is taking a big step into the world of cryptocurrency. The company, led by the president-elect, is in serious talks to buy Bakkt, a crypto exchange owned by Intercontinental Exchange. This move comes after TMTG built its o
Bitcoin has been sitting pretty at $90, 000, thanks to the recent election excitement. But analysts think the market might take a break from its upward sprint this week. After all, every roller coaster needs to slow down sometimes. So, what could be next for the crypto world? Let's take a closer loo
