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The Terra/LUNA Implosion: Billions Lost, Trust Broken, Lessons Learned
Terra/LUNA was a promising stablecoin platform
It collapsed, wiping $40 billion from its market cap
It sent ripples through the ecosystem which are still felt today
In May 2022, two and a half years ago, Terra/LUNA was one of the most promising cryptocurrency projects in the space. But its algorithmic stablecoin, TerraUSD (UST), had a fatal flaw. Pair that with a market freakout, and the whole thing imploded. Billions were lost, trust broken, and the crypto space still feels the sting.
Today
It collapsed, wiping $40 billion from its market cap
It sent ripples through the ecosystem which are still felt today
In May 2022, two and a half years ago, Terra/LUNA was one of the most promising cryptocurrency projects in the space. But its algorithmic stablecoin, TerraUSD (UST), had a fatal flaw. Pair that with a market freakout, and the whole thing imploded. Billions were lost, trust broken, and the crypto space still feels the sting.
Today
Upbit’s Blockchain Defenses Fail as South Korea Flags Foreign Deals
Upbit faces sanctions for not meeting KYC and AML requirements in South Korea.
700,000 KYC violations found, risking a suspension of new customer sign-ups.
Upbit’s unreported foreign operations are also under investigation for regulatory breaches.
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) issued a warning to Upbit about potential sanctions. These sanctions could prevent Upbit from adding new customers.
The notice, sent on January 9th, stems from violations of know-your-customer (KYC)
700,000 KYC violations found, risking a suspension of new customer sign-ups.
Upbit’s unreported foreign operations are also under investigation for regulatory breaches.
South Korea’s Financial Services Commission (FSC) issued a warning to Upbit about potential sanctions. These sanctions could prevent Upbit from adding new customers.
The notice, sent on January 9th, stems from violations of know-your-customer (KYC)
Crypto Spotlight: XRP’s Gains Crush Bitcoin and Ethereum
XRP has outperformed Bitcoin over three and five years as of this Thursday.
The altcoin performed so well amid legal issues with the SEC.
Analysts predict more price discoveries for XRP in the current bull run.
XRP has outperformed Bitcoin over three and five-year periods, delivering impressive returns despite ongoing legal challenges with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Renowned crypto lawyer Bill Morgan recently highlighted XRP’s standout performance, emphasizing its resi
The altcoin performed so well amid legal issues with the SEC.
Analysts predict more price discoveries for XRP in the current bull run.
XRP has outperformed Bitcoin over three and five-year periods, delivering impressive returns despite ongoing legal challenges with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Renowned crypto lawyer Bill Morgan recently highlighted XRP’s standout performance, emphasizing its resi
ARB on the Verge of Breakout, LINK Forms Textbook Falling Wedge, ETH Poised for $5,000 Surge
Analysts expect Arbitrum to rise by 100% in the short-term
LINK forms textbook falling wedge
Ethereum poised for a surge to $5,000
With Bitcoin bouncing off the low $90,000’s and back at almost $100,000, many traders will be looking to rotate their profits into large-cap, strong altcoins.
With that in mind, today we will be taking a look at three major altcoins that are generating plenty of buzz in the cryptosphere, and for which some analysts are saying are primed for explosive growth in t
LINK forms textbook falling wedge
Ethereum poised for a surge to $5,000
With Bitcoin bouncing off the low $90,000’s and back at almost $100,000, many traders will be looking to rotate their profits into large-cap, strong altcoins.
With that in mind, today we will be taking a look at three major altcoins that are generating plenty of buzz in the cryptosphere, and for which some analysts are saying are primed for explosive growth in t
AIXBT Hits Record High with Whale Activity: $1 Target in Sight?
Whale’s $2.72M purchase boosts AIXBT to new ATH, fueling market momentum.
RSI indicates AIXBT may be overbought, suggesting a potential pullback soon.
Breaking $0.91 resistance could propel AIXBT towards $1.00 psychological level.
AIXBT has hit a new all-time high (ATH) thanks to some big whale activity. The top holder, known as “0x001,” recently bought 3.81 million AIXBT tokens (worth $2.72 million). This purchase happened right before the price jumped by 41%, reaching its ATH today.
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RSI indicates AIXBT may be overbought, suggesting a potential pullback soon.
Breaking $0.91 resistance could propel AIXBT towards $1.00 psychological level.
AIXBT has hit a new all-time high (ATH) thanks to some big whale activity. The top holder, known as “0x001,” recently bought 3.81 million AIXBT tokens (worth $2.72 million). This purchase happened right before the price jumped by 41%, reaching its ATH today.
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Binance Tops Crypto Survey as AI and Blockchain Take Center Stage
Binance has been ranked as the top crypto exchange with 53% of people using it.
The 2024 Crypto Survey confirmed that Coinbase and Kraken are used by part-time traders.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and L2 projects are the most popular investment topics.
Binance has been named the top global exchange for 2024. Coinbase took the top spot in the United States, according to a new report from CryptoQuant.
U.S. uses Coinbase. The world uses Binance. https://t.co/LwAPxBXVG9 pic.twitter.com/PuW749PsKL
— Ki Y
The 2024 Crypto Survey confirmed that Coinbase and Kraken are used by part-time traders.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and L2 projects are the most popular investment topics.
Binance has been named the top global exchange for 2024. Coinbase took the top spot in the United States, according to a new report from CryptoQuant.
U.S. uses Coinbase. The world uses Binance. https://t.co/LwAPxBXVG9 pic.twitter.com/PuW749PsKL
— Ki Y
Crypto Market Sentiment Turns Bullish as BTC and XRP Surge
Bitcoin bounced off crucial support around the $89,000 region.
Fundstrat CIO predicts $250K BTC in 2025.
XRP gained 37.5% in three days amid whale accumulation and ETF speculation.
The cryptocurrency market showed signs of rediscovering its bullish momentum after Bitcoin bounced off crucial support around the $89,000 region. In a recent podcast, a crypto analyst highlighted Bitcoin’s behavior, citing experts’ prediction that the cryptocurrency may have found a bottom a few days before Donald
Fundstrat CIO predicts $250K BTC in 2025.
XRP gained 37.5% in three days amid whale accumulation and ETF speculation.
The cryptocurrency market showed signs of rediscovering its bullish momentum after Bitcoin bounced off crucial support around the $89,000 region. In a recent podcast, a crypto analyst highlighted Bitcoin’s behavior, citing experts’ prediction that the cryptocurrency may have found a bottom a few days before Donald
XRP Rallies Toward $5.85 Short-Term Target: Why SEC’s Appeal Isn’t Stopping It
XRP nears $5.85 as the crypto community eyes new mid-term targets.
SEC challenges Ripple’s ruling, calling XRP sales unregistered securities.
Legal experts critique the SEC’s case, boosting optimism for Ripple’s defense.
XRP’s price is on the move, with a short-term target of $5.85. Crypto enthusiasts are excited about its recent performance with the token continuing to defy expectations and prove early predictions right.
I have identified a new short-term target. You will not believe ho
SEC challenges Ripple’s ruling, calling XRP sales unregistered securities.
Legal experts critique the SEC’s case, boosting optimism for Ripple’s defense.
XRP’s price is on the move, with a short-term target of $5.85. Crypto enthusiasts are excited about its recent performance with the token continuing to defy expectations and prove early predictions right.
I have identified a new short-term target. You will not believe ho
Will Altcoins Rally Further? 10-Year Treasury Yield Drop Explained
Altcoins soared to $1.03 trillion valuation with UNI, ALGO, LTC, XRP, and VIRTUAL skyrocketing.
The Treasury Department announced a 15bps drop in the 10-Year Treasury Yield.
A drop in 10-Year Yield makes speculative assets like altcoins very lucrative for investors.
Altcoins have rallied over the past 24 hours, even as Bitcoin (BTC) struggled to hold onto the $100,000 price level. BTC briefly reached $100,000 but then fell below this key resistance zone. Meanwhile, many altcoins saw double-d
The Treasury Department announced a 15bps drop in the 10-Year Treasury Yield.
A drop in 10-Year Yield makes speculative assets like altcoins very lucrative for investors.
Altcoins have rallied over the past 24 hours, even as Bitcoin (BTC) struggled to hold onto the $100,000 price level. BTC briefly reached $100,000 but then fell below this key resistance zone. Meanwhile, many altcoins saw double-d
Attorney Deaton Reflects on Accurate Lawsuit Prediction as XRP Soars Past $3
Attorney John Deaton reflects on his accurate prediction that XRP itself would not be classified as a security.
XRP’s price surges past $3 for the first time since 2018.
Deaton credits FOX News coverage for raising public interest and reassuring XRP holders during the lawsuit.
In a post on X today, pro-XRP attorney John Deaton looked back on his bold prediction regarding XRP’s legal status during the Ripple lawsuit as the token approaches an all-time high.
He reminded the crypto community th
XRP’s price surges past $3 for the first time since 2018.
Deaton credits FOX News coverage for raising public interest and reassuring XRP holders during the lawsuit.
In a post on X today, pro-XRP attorney John Deaton looked back on his bold prediction regarding XRP’s legal status during the Ripple lawsuit as the token approaches an all-time high.
He reminded the crypto community th
Cardano Bullish Outlook: Price Action and Strategic Partnerships Could Propel ADA to New Heights
Nick Valdez predicts a potential Cardano breakout based on its broadening wedge price pattern.
He stressed Cardano’s long-term bullish outlook remains strong, with a possible move around February 1st.
Charles Hoskinson’s potential involvement in Trump’s crypto advisory council could boost Cardano’s market position.
Nick Valdez, an analyst at the popular Discover Crypto channel, has shared compelling insights about the future of Cardano (ADA) and its price trajectory.
Valdez highlighted two
He stressed Cardano’s long-term bullish outlook remains strong, with a possible move around February 1st.
Charles Hoskinson’s potential involvement in Trump’s crypto advisory council could boost Cardano’s market position.
Nick Valdez, an analyst at the popular Discover Crypto channel, has shared compelling insights about the future of Cardano (ADA) and its price trajectory.
Valdez highlighted two
XRP Price Prediction for January 17 : What to Expect in the Next 24 Hours
XRP sees strong upward momentum with an 8.38% price increase in 24 hours.
Trading volume spikes 86%, signaling bullish sentiment and strong investor activity.
RSI and MACD indicators suggest continued bullish momentum with slight caution.
XRP has been steadily gaining over the past 24 hours, surging 8.38% to reach $3.07. This price prediction for January 17th explores what might be next for XRP. The upward momentum is driven by significant trading activity and a rise in large XRP transactions
Trading volume spikes 86%, signaling bullish sentiment and strong investor activity.
RSI and MACD indicators suggest continued bullish momentum with slight caution.
XRP has been steadily gaining over the past 24 hours, surging 8.38% to reach $3.07. This price prediction for January 17th explores what might be next for XRP. The upward momentum is driven by significant trading activity and a rise in large XRP transactions
SEC Responds to Litecoin ETF Filing as Market Eyes Approval
Eric Balchunas observed the SEC has responded to Litecoin’s S-1.
The SEC’s response suggests a potential Litecoin ETF could be on the way.
History shows the SEC’s response does not guarantee an ETF approval for Litecoin.
Bloomberg’s Senior ETF Analyst, Eric Balchunas, observed that the SEC has responded to Litecoin’s S-1, signaling the possibility of approving the cryptocurrency’s ETF application. Balchunas believes this response makes it more likely that Litecoin will be the next coin to hav
The SEC’s response suggests a potential Litecoin ETF could be on the way.
History shows the SEC’s response does not guarantee an ETF approval for Litecoin.
Bloomberg’s Senior ETF Analyst, Eric Balchunas, observed that the SEC has responded to Litecoin’s S-1, signaling the possibility of approving the cryptocurrency’s ETF application. Balchunas believes this response makes it more likely that Litecoin will be the next coin to hav
Vitalik Buterin Talks Ethereum L2: What Makes It So Transparent?
L2s give businesses flexibility in control while keeping rules transparent for users.
Ethereum L2s offer closed, open, or hybrid systems based on user freedom and control.
Rollups are extensions of Ethereum, with most supporting state changes from the mainnet.
Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s co-founder, talked about transparency and user control on Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solutions, using the example of Soneium to illustrate his point.
Buterin explained that L2s give businesses the flexibilit
Ethereum L2s offer closed, open, or hybrid systems based on user freedom and control.
Rollups are extensions of Ethereum, with most supporting state changes from the mainnet.
Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s co-founder, talked about transparency and user control on Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solutions, using the example of Soneium to illustrate his point.
Buterin explained that L2s give businesses the flexibilit
XRP Soars to $3.10 as SEC Appeals Retail Ruling in Ripple Case
The US SEC’s opening brief in the XRP lawsuit makes no sense, said lawyer Jeremy Hogan.
Hogan described the brief as “lackluster” with a majority of it explaining a previous ruling.
The SEC has failed to give “any reasonable evidence” to support its claims.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed its opening brief in the XRP lawsuit on Wednesday, sparking discussions across the crypto community. Meanwhile, XRP soared to a seven-year high of $3.10, gaining significant
Hogan described the brief as “lackluster” with a majority of it explaining a previous ruling.
The SEC has failed to give “any reasonable evidence” to support its claims.
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed its opening brief in the XRP lawsuit on Wednesday, sparking discussions across the crypto community. Meanwhile, XRP soared to a seven-year high of $3.10, gaining significant
Ripple Faces SEC Appeal: XRP’s $3 Breakout Defies Legal Pressure
XRP price is currently rallying, hitting new yearly highs.
In the ongoing Ripple case, the SEC filed the opening brief on Wednesday.
An expert has predicted that XRP will hit the $10 mark.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an appeal in the Ripple case. The filing, submitted late Wednesday, challenges a July 2023 court ruling that dismissed some of the SEC’s claims against Ripple.
The SEC disagrees with the court’s decision that XRP transactions aren’t “investment
In the ongoing Ripple case, the SEC filed the opening brief on Wednesday.
An expert has predicted that XRP will hit the $10 mark.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed an appeal in the Ripple case. The filing, submitted late Wednesday, challenges a July 2023 court ruling that dismissed some of the SEC’s claims against Ripple.
The SEC disagrees with the court’s decision that XRP transactions aren’t “investment
Bitcoin At $100K: How Policies and Markets Shape BTC’s Future
Bitcoin’s price surge above $100K sparks optimism, but long-term trends remain uncertain.
Key political and economic factors, including Trump’s inauguration, affect crypto sentiment.
Bitcoin accumulation resumes, indicating a potential market rebound despite stablecoin concerns.
Bitcoin has crossed $100,000 for the first time in 2025, triggering renewed optimism in the crypto market. BTC surge had earlier taken it to $103,000 in early December 2024, making analysts mull over its trajecto
Key political and economic factors, including Trump’s inauguration, affect crypto sentiment.
Bitcoin accumulation resumes, indicating a potential market rebound despite stablecoin concerns.
Bitcoin has crossed $100,000 for the first time in 2025, triggering renewed optimism in the crypto market. BTC surge had earlier taken it to $103,000 in early December 2024, making analysts mull over its trajecto
Bitcoin Hits $100,650 Before Retracing: Is $120K the Next Milestone?
Bitcoin price $100K milestone sparks debate on its $120K or $1M potential.
Experts split: Bitcoin could hit $1M or face a pullback to $40K-$50K in 2025.
Bitcoin adoption grows, fueling predictions of ‘hyperbitcoinization’ worldwide.
Bitcoin briefly hit $100,650 earlier today, but it’s now hovering around $99,590. Quite a few crypto analysts and experts tracking BTC price closely believe Bitcoin could still reach $120,000, $200,000, or even more. This echoes Eric Trump’s earlier prediction tha
Experts split: Bitcoin could hit $1M or face a pullback to $40K-$50K in 2025.
Bitcoin adoption grows, fueling predictions of ‘hyperbitcoinization’ worldwide.
Bitcoin briefly hit $100,650 earlier today, but it’s now hovering around $99,590. Quite a few crypto analysts and experts tracking BTC price closely believe Bitcoin could still reach $120,000, $200,000, or even more. This echoes Eric Trump’s earlier prediction tha
SEC Sues Elon Musk for Not Reporting Twitter Stock Buys
SEC says Musk was obliged to disclose his Twitter stock ownership by March 24
Since he didn’t do that, he was able to buy more stock between March 25 and April 1 with a major discount
People who sold before knowing of Musk’s actions were also harmed, the SEC says
Earlier this week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, claiming he did not disclose his ownership of Twitter stock as federal law mandates.
As a result, he was able to
Since he didn’t do that, he was able to buy more stock between March 25 and April 1 with a major discount
People who sold before knowing of Musk’s actions were also harmed, the SEC says
Earlier this week, the US Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk, claiming he did not disclose his ownership of Twitter stock as federal law mandates.
As a result, he was able to
Toshi Memecoin Surges Over 130% After Coinbase Listing News
Toshi’s price surged 130% after Coinbase listing news, but remains volatile.
Trading volume spiked 384%, signaling strong investor interest in Toshi.
Short positions face higher losses, reflecting Toshi’s high market risk.
Toshi (TOSHI), a memecoin built on the Base network, experienced a significant rally, gaining over 130% in the last 24 hours after Coinbase revealed plans to include the token in its future listing roadmap.
Assets added to the roadmap today: Toshi (TOSHI) https://t.co
Trading volume spiked 384%, signaling strong investor interest in Toshi.
Short positions face higher losses, reflecting Toshi’s high market risk.
Toshi (TOSHI), a memecoin built on the Base network, experienced a significant rally, gaining over 130% in the last 24 hours after Coinbase revealed plans to include the token in its future listing roadmap.
Assets added to the roadmap today: Toshi (TOSHI) https://t.co