The concept of a Bitcoin ETF has been dead in the water for years. Despite another rejection looming on the horizon, Bitwise is not giving up on this idea just yet. It is not the first time that the company wants to explore a Bitcoin ETF. Bitwise Wants its Bitcoin […]
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The Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Aren’t What They Seem to be
Many people have different opinions regarding the Bakkt Bitcoin futures. New information has confirmed these contracts don’t exactly work as advertised. Unlike what many assume, these vehicles are not fully backed by physical Bitcoin. The Real Story Behind the Bakkt Bitcoin Futures That is a rather unusual development for a […]
An Increase in Bakkt Bitcoin Futures Volume Isn’t a Good Thing
Many different factors can influence the future value of Bitcoin. Given the current circumstances, it seems rather unlikely that any major uptrend will materialize. The Bakkt Bitcoin futures are seemingly becoming more popular, but it seems plausible to assume that popularity will only trigger more bearish pressure in the foreseeable future. […]
Experts: Margin Trading Exacerbates Bitcoin Plummeting
After reaching almost $14,000 in late June Bitcoin has been trading sideways at around $10,000 for the last couple of months, bouncing off the resistance level of $11-12K and having strong support at $9300. It’s been reported that bitcoin volatility levels reached 4-5 months minimums. After trading sideways around the […]
Bakkt Futures Launch is a Bust and Bitcoin Drops Below $10,000
Despite being met with a lot of enthusiasm and hype, it appears the overall interest in Bakkt and its products is simply not there right now. Very weak trading volume over the first 24 hours shows investors and speculators simply aren’t waiting for this type of trading vehicle. As a […]
The Current Rally Could Take Bitcoin to $60k-$100k: Think Markets Analyst
Where do you think the current bitcoin price rally will lead us? Back to $20,000, maybe set a new record high at $30,000? For one analyst, all the factors indicate that the current rally could take us up to $100,000. Naeem Aslam, the chief market analyst at ThinkMarkets, believes that […]
Top 4 Ways to Long Bitcoin in 2019
As the crazy Bitcoin price action appears to continue unabated, there is a lot of momentum to take advantage of. Many traders are looking to go either long or short on Bitcoin, albeit doing so is not as simple as following one specific strategy. For those who are willing to […]
Researchers Believe Humans Can Grow Back Missing Arms, Legs and More!
For years researchers and scientists have been working on discovering the ability to regenerate organs and body limbs. The search has spanned everywhere from biological sciences to 3D printing companies. While several animals can achieve this such as geckos, planarian worms, jellyfish, and salamanders, what is important is determining what […]
Will an Approved Bitcoin ETF Really Make Any Difference?
2018 was a year of ups and downs with very few high points and a ton of lows, far too many for the less-than-frequent flyer. When investors, analysts, enthusiasts, and economists look back at why crypto got such a kick in the privates the last few months, you almost inevitably […]
Derivatives Exchange Interdax Nears Launch with over $1 Million in Prizes
Too many projects in the cryptocurrency space came to be with the mentality of “raise money first, build later”, and never quite got around to the building phase. Cryptocurrency derivatives exchange Interdax stands out as the opposite: after 18 months of development without any crowdfunding, the team is preparing to […]
Institutional Investors No Longer Interested in Bitcoin: JP Morgan
Institutional investors are quickly losing interest in Bitcoin, JP Morgan has stated in recent research. According to the bank, key flow metrics have dwindled in recent months indicating reduced interest from the professional investors. The research cited interest in Cboe Global Markets which is at its lowest since Bitcoin futures […]
Why Bakkt and Nasdaq Are Betting on Bitcoin Futures in 2019
There’s been plenty of talk about the entrance of Bakkt into the market and now Nasdaq is following suit. But while just 12 months ago, speculation about bitcoin futures entering the market served to pump crypto prices, this time it’s a very different scenario. The market is crashing, naysayers are […]
After Making Over $800K From Crypto, One Investor Now Owes The Government $400K In Taxes
We have all heard about the crypto millionaires; people who invested in cryptocurrencies before the rest of us had a clue about what Bitcoin was. These investors saw their investments rise 10, 20 and even 50 times and reaped millions of dollars in months. However, very rarely do we hear […]
Bitcoin Price Watch: Currency Remains Still, Futures Trading Is Up
At press time, the price of bitcoin remains virtually unchanged since our previous coverage and is still hovering within the $6,400 range. Apparently, $6,400 has become the new $6,500, or the spot where bitcoin feels the most comfortable. The currency spent several days, if not weeks, traversing the $6,500 boards, […]
Maker (MKR) Price Up over 25% – Biggest Gainer Today
If you haven’t heard of Maker, it is a token that is part of a stablecoin system composed of both MKR and DAI. Unlike Tether and other stablecoins, Maker does not rely on banks to provide stability, but instead relies on Collateral Debt Positions (CDPs). At the time of writing, […]
Bitcoin Price Watch: Is the Father of Crypto Losing Steam?
At press time, the bitcoin price is unchanged from yesterday and the day before and is still hovering in the $6,500 range. The currency is keeping its distance from both the bulls and the bears; digging its heels deep into the dirt and refusing to move in any direction for […]
Top 6 Popular Cryptocurrency Futures Pairs to Pay Attention to
There is an increasing focus on futures trading pertaining to the various cryptocurrencies. Offerings by CME and CBOE primarily focus on Bitcoin, though an Ethereum-based vehicle may be introduced in the future. Crypto Facilities, a UK-based trading firm, has introduced a few interesting cryptocurrency futures markets. The following list is […]
4 Financial Moguls Who Are Still Hating on Bitcoin
Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies tend to attract a lot of attention. Not all of this attention is positive, and financial experts often condemn Bitcoin for having no real value or future. The following list of individuals is ranked by their “clout” in the world, even though virtually all of these […]