Coinbase exchange’s stock price has received an optimistic price prediction from a Bernstein analyst, citing improving crypto regulatory clarity in the world’s largest economy. Gautam Chhugani, an analyst at global asset management firm Bernstein, initiated coverage of Nasdaq-listed Coinbase (COIN) stock with an outperform rating and a price target of over $310. The analyst expects improving mainstream cryptocurrency adoption, driven by US President Donald Trump’s administration, which intends to make crypto policy a national priority and make the US a […]
Opinion by: Simon McLoughlin, CEO at Uphold 2021 witnessed a fintech investment boom, with startups raising approximately $229 billion globally. Higher interest rates and tighter economic circumstances have since tempered that exuberance, but funds continue to pile into the sector. Indeed, the global fintech sector is expected to see a rebound in investment activity throughout 2025. Why are investors continuing to bet big on this sector? The answer is simple. The current international finance system is in urgent need of […]
Australian crypto broker Swyftx is set to acquire New Zealand crypto exchange Easy Crypto, with one of the CEOs nodding at positive crypto policy changes in the United States. Swyftx CEO Jason Titman said in a March 19 statement that they see “Trump’s policy messaging around crypto as a tailwind” for this deal. He told Cointelegraph that Swyftx’s deal with Easy Crypto was underway before Trump was elected, but now we are on “the cusp of sensible regulation in the […]
The BNB Chain-based memecoin launch platform Four.Meme has resumed operations after being hit with a sandwich attack that exploited it for around $120,000. Four.Meme said in a March 18 X post that its launch function was back after inspecting and addressing a security issue. It had earlier suspended the function to investigate it, saying it was “under attack.” “The launch function has now been resumed after a thorough security inspection. Our team has addressed the issue and reinforced system security. […]
Crypto firm Bakkt’s share price plummeted over 27% on March 18 after the company revealed that two of its largest clients, Bank of America and Webull, would not be renewing their commercial agreements. In a March 17 regulatory filing, Bakkt said it had received notice of Bank of America not renewing its commercial agreement when the deal expires on April 22. It also disclosed that the brokerage platform Webull had also decided not to renew its agreement when it ends […]
The EOS Network, a blockchain that launched in 2018 amid the initial coin offering boom, has rebranded to Vaulta and will pivot to focusing on Web3 banking. The switch to Vaulta is tentatively scheduled for the end of May and will include a new token and the establishment of an advisory group known as the Vaulta Banking Advisory Council to help with the firm’s new direction, the company said in a March 18 statement. In a separate statement, the firm […]
Investors’ stablecoin positioning on the Solana network and a key technical chart pattern threaten more volatility for the Solana token, which may see a decisive moment for its price action. Solana’s transport layer saw “extreme” volatility in trading the Tether’s USDt (USDT) stablecoin, which may indicate that traders are repositioning in search of new investment opportunities. USDT trading on Solana’s transport layer saw an over 137% surge during the last week of February, after seeing a 61% plunge during the […]
A joint report by onchain analysis platforms Artemis and Dune showed that active stablecoin wallets increased by over 50% in one year. The report, titled “The State of Stablecoins 2025: Supply, Adoption & Market Trends,” showed that from February 2024 to February 2025, active addresses increased from 19.6 million to 30 million. This represents a 53% increase year-on-year. The onchain analysis platforms said this expansion suggests wider user engagement. The report added that in 2024, stablecoins have emerged as a […]
Blockchain For Impact (BFI), a charity established by Polygon co-founder Sandeep Nailwal, has committed $90 million to advance biomedical research, driving healthcare innovation, and enhancing climate resilience — a development that could spur blockchain’s adoption for charity initiatives. The Polygon co-founder’s BFI plans to allocate an additional $200 million to support the growth of healthcare startups, expand biomedical research, and strengthen the public health systems. BFI has backed several impactful projects in India’s healthcare sector, including Solar-Powered Public Health Centers […]
The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol) published a report explaining how artificial intelligence and crypto affected organized crime. In a threat assessment report on serious and organized crime, Europol stated that AI and crypto play a role in criminal efficiency. The law enforcement organization said criminal networks have demonstrated an ability to rapidly adapt to new technology. The report said AI’s transformative qualities make it an attractive tool for criminals. The report said that generative AI had […]