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North Korea has been making headlines in the cryptocurrency market. This comes after the recent Bybit hack. North Korea’s state-backed hacker group Lazarus has been active for years now. But the $1.4 billion attack on Bybit put the group under the crypto spotlight. The group was formed back in 2010 and has carried out several attacks since then. As a result, the cryptocurrency community began investigating the group’s Bitcoin (BTC) holdings. Also Read: Dogecoin: DOGE Primed For A 200% Surge: Here’s When How Did North Korea Become One of The Largest Holders of BTC? Source: FDD Even though it was associated with the dark web several years ago, Bitcoin has emerged as a prominent asset in the past decade. Governments from all across the globe have been seen stacking up on the king coin. While countries like El Salvador, Bhutan, and the United States are at the top, North Korea isn’t too far behind. Bhutan has 10,635 BTC, whereas El Salvador holds about 6,117 BTC. The incre...

Cryptocurrency trader and analyst Ali Martinez is leaning bearish on the memecoin FLOKI (FLOKI). Martinez tells his 133,600 followers on the social media platform X that FLOKI has formed a flag pattern on the three-hour time frame. According to the crypto analyst, FLOKI could fall by around 37% from the current level once it breaks down. In technical Analysis , a flag pattern is either bullish or bearish depending on whether the flag part of the pattern forms after an uptrend or a downtrend. If it forms after an uptrend, the flag pattern is bullish while if it forms after a downtrend then the flag pattern is bearish. Source: Ali Martinez/X FLOKI is trading at $0.0000633 at time of writing. Next up is Dogecoin (DOGE). Martinez says that the largest meme coin by market cap is forming an ascending triangle pattern on the one-hour chart. An ascending triangle pattern is a bullish signal, especially if the price breaks above the upper boundary or the diagonal resis...

Transaction Finality and Speed on BNB Chain BNB Chain is designed for high-speed transactions and rapid finality , making it one of the most efficient blockchain networks for decentralized applications (dApps) and financial transactions. Speed of Transactions BNB Chain uses the Proof-of-Staked-Authority (PoSA) consensus mechanism, enabling fast block times of approximately 3 seconds . This allows users to complete transactions quickly, making it ideal for DeFi, gaming, and NFT applications. Transaction Finality Finality refers to the point at which a transaction is irreversible . Unlike traditional networks that require multiple confirmations, BNB Chain achieves instant finality once a block is validated. This is because PoSA reduces the risk of chain reorganizations, ensuring transactions cannot be undone. Benefits of Fast Finality and Speed Low Latency – Transactions are confirmed within seconds, enhancing user experience. Security & Reliability – Instant finality reduces do...

The cryptocurrency market has further recovered from its recent dip. Bitcoin (BTC) has reclaimed the $85,000 price point. The global crypto market cap has risen 1.3% in the last 24 hours to $2.9 trillion. VeChain (VET) follows BTC’s trajectory as well. VET is up 2.4% in the daily charts and 10.4% over the previous week. Despite the recent rally, VET is down by 9% in the 14-day charts, 19.6% over the last month, and 31.5% since March 2024. Also Read: Pakistan Eyes Cryptocurrency Legalization to Attract Global Investors Source: CoinGecko Cryptocurrencies Climb As Rates Remain Unchanged Source: Watcher Guru The current market rally could be due to the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged after the latest FOMC meeting. The rate of inflation in the US has dipped in the last month. The Fed still intends to have two rate cuts this year. The rally could also be investors buying the dip. VET’s low prices may have attracted new investors to the project. Also Read: Ripple: AI Predicts ...

Over the several years of its existence, the cryptocurrency industry has transformed the lives of many. The ecosystem has witnessed a number of rags-to-riches stories throughout the past decade. While some have pocketed instant returns, a few others have waited for years to see life-changing gains. The last cryptocurrency rally instilled hope into the market as investors were pouring funds into the market. The XRP network, in particular, has eyes on it as it emerged as one of the best performing assets of 2024. Also Read: Buy Silver Now: XAG/USD To Reach $35, Spike 15% YTD A Look At XRP’s Growth Source: News10 Ripple’s cryptocurrency shocked the cryptocurrency industry with its massive uptick in 2024. The asset went from trading at a low of $0.3911 all the way to a high of $3.39 throughout the past few months. The altcoin’s annual gains stand at 288%. With this, XRP was lauded for breaking its seven-year curse. At the time of writing, the asset was trading at $2.30 aft...

The anger levied toward automobile manufacturer Tesla reached a new level Tuesday as vehicles were set on fire in what appears to be a targeted attack in Las Vegas. According to a report from the Las Vegas Review-Journal, several of the company’s vehicles were ablaze in the early morning hours. The company has been subjected to a widespread consumer revolt for much of the last several months. Indeed, the backlash has hindered the company’s overall value, with shares plummeting more than 35% over the last 30 days. JUST IN: Tesla vehicles set on fire in targeted attack at Las Vegas service center. pic.twitter.com/YwU5syyTiJ — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) March 18, 2025 Also Read: Tesla (TSLA) to Fall for 9th Straight Week or Will a Reversal Begin? Tesla Vehicles Set on Fire at Las Vegas Service Center 2025 has certainly not been kind to Tesla so far. With Elon Musk embracing political commitments made to the current Trump administration, the brand and EV manufacturer have strug...

Crypto asset management giant CoinShares says institutional investors pulled billions of dollars out of crypto last week. In its latest Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly Report, CoinShares says crypto products are enduring their worst run of investor outflows in a decade. “Digital asset investment products saw a 5th consecutive week of outflows, totaling US$1.7bn, bringing the total outflows over this negative funk to US$6.4bn. This also marks the 17th straight day of outflows, the longest negative streak since our records began in 2015. Despite prevailing negative sentiment, year-to-date inflows remain positive at US$912m. Following this price correction and sustained outflows, total assets under management (AuM) have declined by US$48bn.” Source: CoinShares Regionally, the United States provided $1.2 billion in outflows, 93% of all outflows. While Germany provided minor inflows of $8 million, Switzerland also saw outflows of $528 million. Per usual,...

A Bitcoin whale who placed a huge bet on a drop in the BTC price has doubled down on the trade as markets brace for key economic data this week. The whale initially opened a 40x leverage short position for over 4,442  BTC, valued at more than $368 million, according to data from Hypurrscan. In the last 24 hours, the whale has added to the position, with the total BTC in the short trade standing at more than 5,199 coins, worth over $432.7 million, as of 1:18 a.m. EST. Bitcoin Whale Sitting On $3.6 Million Unrealized Gain The position has so far worked out in the trader’s favor. Hypurrscan data shows the whale opened the position when the crypto market leader was trading at $83,923.20. Bitcoin has since dropped slightly to trade at $82,875. The liquidation price for the trade is $86,115. The pullback in BTC’s price has resulted in an unrealized gain of more than $4.1 million for the crypto whale so far. However, the trader has an over $382,000 loss on his posit...

Decentralized Finance (DeFi) has revolutionized traditional finance by introducing novel financial instruments, one of the most controversial being flash loans. Unlike conventional loans, flash loans require no collateral and allow users to borrow funds instantly—provided they repay the loan within a single blockchain transaction.  This innovation has unlocked new opportunities in arbitrage, liquidations, and refinancing. However, it has also introduced significant security risks, particularly in the form of flash loan attacks. In this article, we delve into the mechanics, applications, benefits, and risks of flash loans in DeFi. What Are Flash Loans? Flash loans are a unique financial primitive in DeFi, primarily facilitated by lending protocols such as Aave and dYdX. They leverage smart contracts to enable users to borrow funds without collateral, under the condition that the borrowed amount is repaid within the same transaction block. If the repayment condition is not met, the trans...

Lending and Borrowing Platforms on BNB Chain BNB Chain has become a leading blockchain for decentralized finance (DeFi), offering efficient and cost-effective lending and borrowing platforms. These platforms enable users to lend their crypto assets to earn interest or borrow against their holdings without intermediaries. Key Features of Lending & Borrowing on BNB Chain Low Fees & Fast Transactions – BNB Chain’s high throughput and low gas fees make lending and borrowing more accessible. Collateralized Loans – Users can lock up assets as collateral to borrow funds, maintaining liquidity without selling holdings. Interest Yield for Lenders – Depositing assets into lending pools generates passive income through interest rates determined by supply and demand. Decentralized & Trustless – Smart contracts automate lending and borrowing, eliminating the need for traditional financial institutions. Multi-Asset Support – Platforms on BNB Chain support a variety of assets, includ...

A co-founder of the Russian crypto exchange Garantex has reportedly been arrested by police in India under the country’s extradition laws, according to TechCrunch. Kerala State police arrested Aleksej Besciokov at 4pm IST yesterday in the coastal region of Varkala, where he was reportedly holidaying with his family.  Last week, the US charged Besciokov, who is Garantex’s main technical administrator, with facilitating money laundering for transnational criminal organizations and conspiracy to violate sanctions. In conjunction with Germany and Finland, the US also seized Garantex’s online domains . Just before this, Tether froze $27 million worth of USDT on the platform, which Garantex called a “war against the Russian crypto market.” According to the US, Garantex has processed at least $96 billion worth of crypto transactions for the past six years.  Garantex says ‘USDT in Russian wallets under threat’ as Tether freezes $27M Read more: Russ...

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed decisions on multiple applications for XRP,  Litecoin (LTC), Solana (SOL) and Dogecoin (DOGE) ETFs (exchange-traded funds). The agency said in a March 11 filing  that it has “designated a longer period” to decide on the proposed rule changes that would allow the ETFs to proceed to the next stage. Bloomberg Expert Not Concerned About SEC Delay The affected ETFs include Cboe BZX Exchange’s spot Solana ETF and Grayscale’s XRP ETF filings. The SEC now has until May to reach a decision on these funds. While the SEC has declined to deliver a decision on the ETFs, Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart said he “expected” the delay, calling it part of “standard procedure.” Eth staking and in-kind also delayed. Everything delayed. It's like the NYC-bound Amtrak on monday morning: "Mechanical issues in DC" — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) March 11, 2025 He added t...

Shiba Inu is currently showing signs of struggle, sitting at a low price spot of $0.00001168. The token has noted a dramatic fall in the past 7 days, falling nearly 8% in the process. The token has plummeted 28% in the last month, as markets turned bearish, which many experts have been predicting as a minor corrective phase. Will SHIB be able to mark a new price turn around soon? Let’s find out. Also Read: US Stock Market Crash: Should You Be Worried or Buy the Dip? Shiba Inu: When Will It Recover? Source: Watcher Guru The cryptocurrency markets at present are undergoing what experts are calling a temporary corrective phase. Notable crypto expert Pompliano later shared how the current market drop is basically nothing but noise, adding how investors should pay less heed to the ongoing momentum and focus on a long-term narrative. “The Fear & Greed Index for crypto one year ago was at “Extreme Greed” of 92. Today we are at “extreme fear” of 17. Bitcoin is 20% ...

The cryptocurrency market has struggled to gain momentum for most of this year. Bitcoin (BTC) rose to an all-time high of $108,786 on Jan. 20. Since its January peak, the original crypto has failed to regain the same momentum. Also Read: Ripple (XRP) March End Price Prediction Cryptocurrencies Fall Despite Bullish Developments Source: The Economic Times The global crypto market cap has dipped 6% in the last 24 hours to $2.8 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) is trading just above the $82,000 mark. BTC’s price has fallen 4% in the daily charts, 11.7% in the weekly charts, 13.9% in the 14-day charts, and 14.3% over the previous month. Despite the dip, BTC has maintained an 18.6% growth since March 2024. Source: CoinGecko Also Read: ONDO Cryptocurrency to Surge 110% In March Amid TVL Climb? The latest market dip comes after the US announced sanctions on several of its allies. The US announced taxes on the European Union (EU). The EU said it would retaliate with similar tariffs on the US. The US...