Author: James Wilson

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell told the U.S. Senate that regulators should” take a fresh look” at the crypto debanking debacle. Speaking at a Senate Banking Committee hearing on Feb. 11, Powell said it was time for agencies to reassess reports of crypto businesses being denied access to the U.S. banking system. Crypto industry leaders have long criticized the impact of Operation Choke Point 2.0, a term used to describe an alleged coordinated effort to debank crypto firms. After crypto CEOs raised concerns, big tech executives also came forward with similar claims of unfair treatment. “We don’t intentionally do these…

KURL Technology Group increased its Bitcoin treasury by $10 million, reinforcing its strategy to accumulate the world’s top cryptocurrency as a reserve asset. KURL bought 100 Bitcoin (BTC) for $10 million, scooping tokens for an average price of $103,905 per coin as announced by the company’s CEO and co-founder, Michael Mo. Mo stated that KURL’s latest Bitcoin acquisition has expanded its total holdings to approximately 610 BTC, valued at $60 million, while Bitcoin traded below $99,000. The energy company began accumulating Bitcoin in December, starting with a $21 million purchase. KURL has committed to allocating 90% of its excess cash…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As Peter Brandt forecasts a short-term ETH pump, investors are turning to WallitIQ for its profit potential. A recent Ethereum (ETH) price projection has sparked a flurry of speculation as expert trader and analyst, Peter Brandt foresees a short pump for ETH. While some ETH holders are waiting to capitalize on the anticipated pump, other investors are scouting for alternative opportunities that promise exponential profit.  One name gaining traction is WallitIQ (WLTQ), a rising star in the AI-powered DeFi…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Ethereum struggles below $3,500 amid bearish pressure, while Yeti Ouro gains momentum with its stage 2 presale nearing completion and a price increase set for stage 3. Ethereum market price, currently trading below the $3,500 mark, continues to raise concerns due to its bearish market pressures. Notably, this is inconsistent with February’s historical patterns, which have tended to favor the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap. Meanwhile, Yeti Ouro (YETIO), a new utility meme coin, is gaining traction as it…

Plans to scale back crypto enforcement at the U.S. SEC materialized in court with a filing to resolve a complaint against Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange. According to a court filing, the Securities and Exchange Commission, Binance, and its founder, Changpeng Zhao, submitted a joint motion for a 60-day pause, seeking to settle the legal case without further proceedings. The SEC sued Binance and Zhao in 2023, alleging violations of federal securities laws. Coinbase, another major crypto platform, faced similar accusations as former SEC chair Gary Gensler intensified his crackdown on digital asset businesses. Documents filed in a U.S.…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Crypto ICOs capture investor attention in the current market dip, with Lightchain AI leading the way. The cryptocurrency market is known for its cycles of dips and rebounds, presenting savvy investors with opportunities to accumulate high-potential assets at discounted prices. While many established tokens are experiencing price corrections, strategic investors are looking toward promising ICOs that could deliver massive returns once the market recovers. One such standout is Lightchain AI, a new project that looks to seamlessly integrate artificial…

Copper.co, a digital asset custody provider, has announced the launch of its agency lending platform. In a Feb. 11 announcement on Feb. 11, Copper said the blockchain-based platform, which will also integrate traditional finance, aims to transform the digital asset lending market. The platform is designed to address challenges that have contributed to major collapses across DeFi and TradFi. Copper’s financing solution tackles issues such as limited visibility, inflexibility, and slow settlement times. Users will also benefit from increased efficiency and transparency—key features of blockchain and crucial metrics for lending models. Bridging the gap between on-chain efficiency and real-world risk…

IOTA’s price climbed for a second consecutive day after developers shared an important update about Rebased, its upcoming upgrade. IOTA (IOTA) surged to a high of $0.2500 on Tuesday, marking a 40% increase from its lowest level this month. In a statement, the IOTA Foundation announced it will award up to €100,000 ($103,398) to qualified developers working on the network. Recipients will also receive technical, marketing, and strategic support to help implement their projects. IOTA is targeting developers in areas such as real-world asset tokenization, decentralized identities, and supply chain management. For example, the foundation is seeking solutions for supply…

Crypto exchange Gemini has announced it secured in-principle approval from Malta Financial Services Authorities, with the pre-authorization bringing the exchange a step closer to fresh expansion in Europe. Mark Jennings, Gemini’s head of Europe, shared the regulatory milestone in a blog post on Feb. 11. According to Jennings, the Investment Firm license, which remains pending full authorization by the MFSA, will allow Gemini to offer regulated futures and options products across the European Union and the European Economic Area once fully approved. The license will enable Gemini to operate under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II), a key…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Toncoin investors shift focus to Solana and 1Fuel, with analysts predicting higher growth for 1Fuel post-listing. Toncoin (TON) investors are doing a U-turn right now as the coin’s value drops drastically over the past month. Meanwhile, most of these whales are leaning towards cryptocurrencies with high growth potential, like Solana (SOL) and 1Fuel (OFT).  Solana has attracted millions of investors with its positive price predictions for 2025. As for 1Fuel, it has become a strong choice this year, as…