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The key to Bitcoin’s market performance in Q1 2026 lies not in prevailing narratives, but in capital access. This article examines the genuine influx of new funds that traditional wealth channels may contribute after Vanguard and banks relaxed restrictions on crypto allocations. Additionally, it reassesses the reliability of Bitcoin’s seasonal trends, exploring whether the next rebound will stem from a restoration of market sentiment or the mathematical consequences of institutional portfolio rebalancing.

AI, gold, cryptocurrencies, meme coins, and even Labubu plush toys are caught up in a new wave of speculation. Drawing on the history of financial bubbles, this article explores how the attention economy, collective psychology, and globally synchronized narratives are transforming the logic behind asset pricing. It demonstrates that today’s speculative activity is no longer limited to financial markets alone, but has evolved into a structural phenomenon that transcends both asset classes and cultural boundaries.

This article uses the recent string of liquidations on Hyperliquid as a starting point to investigate where "Brother Machi's" seemingly endless funds originate. It offers a systematic breakdown of the underlying multi-layered capital structure, including exits from traditional technology ventures, early-stage crypto projects, NFT liquidity mining, and new token launches. The analysis uncovers the capital mechanisms that allow high-leverage trades to be executed repeatedly and highlights the risk implications of this approach for everyday investors.

PayPal is selling $7 billion in loan assets while fast-tracking its application for a banking license. At first glance, these actions seem at odds, but they represent a decisive move as stablecoins and regulatory changes prepare to redefine the financial system. This article explores the risks of Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), gaps in Industrial Loan Company (ILC) regulation, the battle for stablecoin issuance rights, and capital structure transformation. It uncovers why PayPal must go all in before the window of opportunity closes, aiming to seize a strategic advantage in the new era of crypto finance.

Trading volumes in South Korea’s crypto market have fallen sharply and the so-called “kimchi premium” has disappeared—does this signal the end of the cycle? This article takes a deep dive into regulation, capital controls, and institutional dynamics to reveal the structural reset underway in the Korean market, and explores how stablecoins, ETFs, and Web2 × Web3 integration could open the door to the next growth cycle.

Reya DEX is redefining on-chain trading with the first Ethereum-based zk-rollup, delivering millisecond execution, zero fees, 100x leverage, a yield-bearing stablecoin (srUSD), and cross-margin trading across 70+ markets.

In November 2025, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization trended downward overall, as weak buying momentum, rising macroeconomic uncertainty, and cooling risk appetite jointly constrained any meaningful rebound. Stablecoin market capitalization across public blockchains remained highly concentrated, with Ethereum accounting for more than half of the total; fund flows pointed to increasing sectoral divergence, as chains such as Arbitrum and Starknet recorded notable net inflows. Meanwhile, the prediction market continued to expand rapidly, with Opinion’s monthly trading volume surging and quickly emerging as a third major player competing with Polymarket and Kalshi. The Web3 industry completed 53 financing deals totaling $2.67 billion, a sharp decline from October, signaling a phase of contraction and structural tightening.

The author revisits Nick Szabo's pocket and general-purpose computer concepts, critically examines Ethereum's shift from decentralization—represented by Proof of Work individual nodes—to bureaucratic intermediaries under Proof of Stake following The DAO rollback, and predicts that stablecoins will replace ETH as the primary vehicle for value capture. This transition is expected to leave stablecoins caught between competing interests, while power increasingly shifts back to Layer 2 solutions.

The article highlights a trend where institutional capital is reallocating from mainstream assets to top-tier altcoins.

ICOs have once again become a focal point of the crypto market, but projects that truly generate profits are always few and far between. This article systematically explains how to identify high-risk ICOs and avoid becoming exit liquidity in the next wave of hype, analyzing seven key dimensions: product, team, valuation, data authenticity, marketing capabilities, token terms, and overall market conditions.

Trading volumes in South Korea's crypto market have declined sharply, and the kimchi premium has vanished. Does this mark the end of the current cycle? This article offers a comprehensive analysis of regulatory developments, capital controls, and institutional movements, uncovering the structural reset taking place in the Korean market. It also explores how stablecoins, ETFs, and the integration of Web2 and Web3 technologies could fuel the next phase of growth.

As the crypto industry faces burnout, speculative bubbles, and widespread self-doubt, this article starts from the authentic fatigue experienced by professionals and reflects on Bitcoin’s original purpose and the real-world impact of cryptographic technology. It does not argue for any specific project, narrative, or price movement. Rather, it seeks to answer a deeper question: Amid uncertainty and disruption, why do we continue to trust in crypto?

The article combines technical depth with commercial foresight, covering the KYA identity framework, staking-based media trust mechanisms, and how regulatory legislation can unlock blockchain’s full potential—offering a highly actionable industry blueprint for developers, investors, and policymakers.

This article provides a comprehensive overview of Hong Kong's adoption of the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF), including its background, evolution, and potential impact. It examines how CARF integrates with established tax transparency systems like CRS and FATCA. Additionally, the article analyzes the anticipated changes and strategic responses for four key groups: trading platforms, custodians, individual investors, and traditional financial intermediaries.

x402 V2 has transitioned from a per-use billing tool to a scalable internet economic layer. The latest update delivers a unified payment interface, reusable sessions, cross-chain and traditional payment compatibility, a modular plugin architecture, and an automatic discovery mechanism. These improvements dramatically lower integration and payment costs for APIs, AI agents, and multi-chain applications. This article offers a comprehensive analysis of V2’s core innovations and their far-reaching effects on users, developers, and AI agents.