Markets
First Mover: Ethereum’s Transition to Staking Could Push More Traders to Use Derivatives
As Ethereum starts its multiyear transition to a "staking" network, analysts say a reduction in token liquidity may push traders to derivatives markets.
First Mover: As Fed Nears Inflation Rubicon, Analysts See $50K Bitcoin in Play
The Federal Reserve appears ready to pursue yet another untested strategy that could ultimately boost inflation – and possibly prices for bitcoin.
Bitcoin Futures Interest Soars as Bond Yields Fall to Record Lows: Industry Exec
Surging open interest in crypto derivatives suggests investors are seeking alpha in other investments, like bitcoin, said the co-founder of an index fund provider.
First Mover: July Was a Runaway Month for Crypto Returns
Crypto traders didn't have to be choosy to make money in July, when every digital asset in the CoinDesk 20 rose (except, of course, for the stablecoins).
Bitcoin Investors Unshaken by Sunday’s Flash Crash, Data Suggests
Bitcoin investors look to have shrugged off Sunday’s sudden $1,400 price crash.
Flash Crash: Bitcoin Price Slides by $1.4K in Minutes
Bitcoin's sudden price drop triggers a long squeeze across major exchanges.
First Mover: Chainlink's Soaring Token Shows Lucrative 'Oracle' Role in Fast-Growing DeFi
Chainlink's LINK token soared almost 60% in July as cryptocurrency traders fawned over DeFi projects and their rapid growth.
Bitcoin on Track for Highest July Price Gain in 8 Years
Bitcoin appears on track to register its best July price performance for eight years and confirm a major bullish breakout in the process.
Aave’s LEND Token Jumps 23% on Plan for Liquidity Mining
Aave’s LEND token is the day's top performer among cryptocurrencies with at least $100 million market capitalization.
Ether Addresses in Profit Have Soared 132% in a Year
Even with ether close to yearly highs, profitable addresses have more than doubled since last July.
