Author: Saanjana Nikita
Jan van Eck, CEO of VanEck, believes Bitcoin may be approaching the end of its current downturn. He links the recent weakness to the cryptocurrency’s well-known four-year halving cycle. That view, however, is not universally accepted. Some analysts question whether Bitcoin’s traditional cycle still plays a dominant role in price movements, suggesting broader macroeconomic forces may now have greater influence. Why Some See a Bottom Forming In a recent appearance on Power Lunch on CNBC, van Eck emphasized Bitcoin’s fixed supply of 21 million coins and its programmed halving events as the foundation of its long-term behavior. According to him,…
Mentions of “World War 3” are exploding across crypto-focused social media, according to insights from on-chain analytics provider Santiment. The level of discussion has climbed to its highest point since June 2025, signaling a sharp rise in anxiety among online traders. The timing is notable. The surge follows coordinated military strikes involving the United States and Israel against Iran, along with retaliatory missile and drone attacks across parts of the Gulf. While the worst-case scenario dominates online chatter, price action suggests traders are reacting very differently with their capital. Rising Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Online Fear The renewed conflict has reopened…
X has quietly overhauled its advertising rules, allowing cryptocurrency and gambling promotions to return after being off-limits for months. The shift clears the way for influencers and key opinion leaders to legally earn from crypto-related content again, so long as they follow strict disclosure requirements. This marks a notable turnaround from a prohibition that had been in effect since at least mid-2024. Financial Ads Return, But Transparency Is Mandatory Under the revised policy, X removed the entire “financial products” category, including crypto, investments, and lending, from its list of banned industries. According to DeFi analyst Ignas, crypto was still flagged…
Regulators in the United Arab Emirates temporarily suspended activity on the nation’s two main stock exchanges, the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and the Dubai Financial Market, for March 2 and 3, following Iranian attacks on ports and oil tankers across the region. The suspension was ordered by the UAE Capital Markets Authority, which oversees both exchanges that together anchor the Gulf’s equity markets. Why this matters Iran’s actions effectively disrupted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. This critical shipping route carries about 20 million barrels of oil per day and roughly one-fifth of global LNG exports. Market analysts warn that…
Bitcoin’s early momentum in 2026 didn’t last long. After opening the year on a positive note, the asset quickly reversed course and slid sharply, falling to fresh local bottoms near $60,000 in the first half of February. While prices managed to bounce off those lows, the recovery wasn’t strong enough to erase the damage. Bitcoin still closed the month with a sizable double-digit loss, marking its fifth straight month of declines. February Adds to the Pain Rewind to early October, and the current situation would have been hard to imagine. At that point, Bitcoin was surging, setting new all-time highs…
Speculation markets surged with trading activity after coordinated air operations by the United States and Israel targeted sites in Iran. In the wake of the strikes, market prices suggest investors see roughly a 46% chance that Iran’s current leadership could be ousted by the end of June. Some traders benefited handsomely, having correctly anticipated not just the escalation itself but also its timing. Others, however, were caught on the wrong side of the move, underscoring how quickly fortunes can swing when geopolitical risks collide with speculative bets. From the Strait of Hormuz to Tehran: Prediction Markets Bet on Iran’s Next…
Renewed tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States have reignited anxiety across financial markets—especially in crypto circles. On social media platform X, traders are warning that Tehran could attempt to disrupt traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supply. The fear is that any interference could send oil prices sharply higher, push inflation back up, and rattle risk assets ranging from equities to digital currencies. Still, several analysts argue these concerns are running ahead of reality. Weekend strikes rattle crypto first Over the weekend, Israeli and U.S. forces reportedly carried out air operations targeting…
The cryptocurrency market has taken a sharp downturn, with Bitcoin leading the losses as escalating geopolitical tensions weigh heavily on investor sentiment. After trading above $67,000 for much of the week, Bitcoin slipped back toward the $63,000 level, triggering broader losses across the digital asset space. Most major altcoins followed the decline, extending the market’s downward momentum. Escalating Middle East Tensions Pressure Crypto Markets The sell-off intensified after reports of coordinated missile strikes involving the United States and Israel targeting sites in Iran. The development heightened global uncertainty, prompting investors to reduce exposure to riskier assets such as cryptocurrencies. As…
At a technology-focused gathering in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin outlined a proposal for BRICS nations to pursue a shared bioeconomy strategy aimed at reducing reliance on Western technologies. Speaking at the Future Technologies Forum, Putin framed the bioeconomy as a long-term growth model that could redefine industrial independence by the middle of the century. According to Putin, BRICS countries already possess many of the natural and scientific resources needed to lead in this sector. He described bio-based industries as a “new reality” for global development and invited member states to collaborate on cross-border projects that could strengthen economic sovereignty.…
The digital asset market appears to be taking a breather after failing to extend gains from earlier in the week. Bitcoin briefly pushed toward the $70,000 level but was unable to hold above it, triggering a short-term pullback. With prices now stabilizing, investors are watching closely to see whether the market will slide further or regain upward momentum. Is More Downside Ahead? Bitcoin has retreated to around $67,000 after showing early signs of recovery. Recent performance data shows modest losses over the past day, along with steeper declines every month. Despite that, the asset remains slightly positive when viewed across…