Author: Ibrahim Abdulaziz Adan

Grayscale added Avalanche and Morpho to its Q3 2025 Top 20 crypto list while removing Lido DAO and Optimism due to regulatory concerns and weak economic value capture. XRP and Cardano remain excluded from the list despite their high market caps and trading volumes, showing Grayscale’s strict evaluation criteria. The firm launched an AI crypto index tracking 24 tokens worth $15 billion, with Bittensor leading the category as institutional interest in AI blockchain projects grows. Asset management giant Grayscale Investments has released its quarterly Top 20 cryptocurrency list for the third quarter of 2025. The updated selection introduces significant changes…

Trump plans to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell when his term ends in May 2026.  The president wants someone who will cut interest rates aggressively instead of keeping them steady.  Top candidates include Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and former Fed governor Kevin Warsh. President Donald Trump is exploring potential replacements for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell ahead of his term expiration in May 2026. Multiple sources indicate Trump is considering Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, former Fed governor Kevin Warsh, National Economic Council director Kevin Hassett, and Fed governor Christopher Waller among top contenders. The president has intensified criticism of Powell’s…

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF generates $186 million in annual fees and beats its S&P 500 fund by $3 million despite managing much smaller assets. IBIT became the most successful ETF launch in history and achieved this milestone in 18 months since its debut. Bitcoin’s volatility now matches stock market levels, but analysts worry that institutional money will permanently change how Bitcoin is. BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF has achieved a remarkable milestone by generating more fee revenue than the firm’s flagship S&P 500 fund. The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) now produces $186 million annually in fees, outpacing the iShares Core S&P 500 ETF…

Bitcoin Depot says police are damaging their $14,000 ATMs when they break them open to seize cash.  The company argues they own the cash and will unlock machines if authorities bring proper warrants.  Americans lost $247 million to crypto ATM scams in 2024, but Bitcoin Depot claims their involvement ends once customers complete transactions. Bitcoin Depot executives have criticized law enforcement agencies for using excessive force to seize cash from cryptocurrency ATMs. The Georgia-based company argues that such actions constitute property damage and overreach of authority. Chief Legal Officer Chris Ryan stated that police officers who physically break into Bitcoin…

Trump’s crypto platform WLFI partnered with London hedge fund Re7 to launch USD1 stablecoin vaults on BNB Chain.  This year, major investors, including DWF Labs and Aqua1 Foundation, committed $125 million to the platform.  Trump earned $57 million from WLFI, but his family reduced their ownership stake by 20% during 2024. World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the cryptocurrency platform connected to President Donald Trump’s family, has formed a strategic alliance with London-based hedge fund Re7. The partnership aims to launch a USD1 stablecoin vault across Euler Finance and liquid staking protocol Lista on the BNB Chain. The collaboration represents a significant…

Traders give Cardano ETF approval a 76% chance in 2025, and Bloomberg analysts are even more bullish at 90%.  ADA trades at $0.56 with heavy monthly losses, but ETF approval could trigger major price gains.  The SEC will decide by Q4 2025, and technical analysis shows ADA at a critical support level that will determine its next major move. Cardano (ADA) has captured significant attention from traders and institutional investors as speculation mounts around a potential spot ETF approval in 2025. Market sentiment has shifted notably positive in recent weeks, with prediction markets reflecting growing confidence in regulatory approval. Blockchain…

SOL dropped 15% to $146.26, but Solana reclaimed second place in DEX volumes with $64.1 billion over 30 days. The memecoin sector weakness hurt sentiment as major tokens like Giga and Popcat fell 25-42% recently. A potential Solana ETF approval in October could drive price recovery while the network’s technical strengths support long-term growth. Solana’s native token, SOL, has experienced a significant 15% decline since failing to break above the $168 resistance level on June 12. The cryptocurrency trades at $146.26, reflecting broader market uncertainty and reduced network activity. The price weakness emerged following decreased demand for memecoins and lower…

Dwayne Golden received 97 months in prison for running fake crypto trading companies that stole $40 million from investors.  The companies promised guaranteed returns but never conducted actual trading and used new investor money to pay earlier victims.  Golden must forfeit $2.46 million; his case adds to over $2.1 billion stolen in crypto fraud in 2025. A federal judge in Brooklyn sentenced Dwayne Golden to 97 months in prison for orchestrating a $40 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. The 57-year-old was convicted of wire fraud and money laundering charges for fraudulent operations across three digital asset companies. Golden operated the scheme…

Ripple and federal regulators ended their multi-year legal dispute by withdrawing their appeals, with the company agreeing to pay $50 million in penalties. XRP prices rallied to $2.149 following the settlement announcement, and cryptocurrency investors celebrated the regulatory clarity this resolution provides. The cryptocurrency world witnessed a historic moment as Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission officially concluded their lengthy legal dispute. The resolution comes after both entities agreed to withdraw their pending appeals, marking the end of one of crypto’s most significant regulatory battles. This landmark case began in late 2020 and finally reached its conclusion.…

Introduction The internet has gone through major changes. Web 1.0 was static. It allowed users to read but not interact. Web 2.0 brought social media, user-generated content, and interactivity. Now, Web 3.0 is emerging, shaped by decentralization and data ownership. What Is Web3? Web3, or Web 3.0, is the third generation of the internet. It gives users more control over their data and digital identity. Unlike earlier versions, Web3 runs on decentralized networks powered by blockchain. Core Principles Web3 is built on three main principles: Decentralization: No central authority controls the system. Openness: Code and platforms are often open-source and…