The crypto market is experiencing heightened volatility as global economic shifts and regulatory developments take center stage. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently addressed the economic impact of rising tariffs, noting that while the U.S. economy remains relatively solid—with inflation gradually cooling and employment near peak levels—the increase in tariffs could pose significant risks. Powell…

Bitcoin traded flat near $84,500 on Friday, holding its range as U.S. markets observed Good Friday. With equities, bonds, and commodities largely offline, the crypto market offered a rare window into investor sentiment absent broader liquidity and institutional flow. Macro assets (Source: TradingView) The muted price action followed a session on Thursday that saw sharp…

On April 18, 2025, Bitcoin experienced a significant period of consolidation, remaining within a narrow trading range for approximately two months, as reported by Michaël van de Poppe on Twitter (source: Twitter @CryptoMichNL, April 18, 2025). During this timeframe, Bitcoin’s price oscillated between $64,000 and $67,000, with the most recent price point recorded at $65,500…

Payments Bitcoin ATMs have been in the news lately…for bad reasons. What’s the deal with bitcoin ATMs? Photo: Adobe Stock April 18, 2025 by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator Bitcoin ATMs have been in the news lately, and not for the right reasons. The Arizona House of Representatives introduced a…

Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Korok Ray – ChatGPT President Trump officially creating a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve for the United States is unquestionably a historic moment for Bitcoin. The journey from a fringe technology on an obscure internet mailing list to an official designation within the most powerful economy in the world is profound, no matter how…

Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) has amassed a following among a certain group of cryptocurrency enthusiasts who value community and follow the hype. It probably helps that Shiba Inu’s price has climbed astronomically since its launch in August 2020, despite the extreme volatility. As of April 17, this meme token is trading for a gut-wrenching 87%…

Spar, an international grocery chain, has begun accepting Bitcoin in a Swiss store, potentially paving the way for wider crypto adoption across its global retail network. In its April 17 LinkedIn post, DFX Swiss, a company which offers crypto-to-cash solutions, announced that the Spar location in the Swedish city of Zug has officially gone live…

It’s been a while since Bitcoin has been stuck near $85k levels, where it is facing major resistance against its potential rally. Following Bitcoin, leading altcoins are also avoiding any major spikes, while XRP and LEO have experienced slight drops today. Since it’s a long weekend and the U.S. stock market is closed for the…

On April 18, 2025, Reuters reported that the Chinese government is contemplating the sale of seized bitcoins, sparking significant market reactions and trading opportunities. This news emerged at 10:00 AM UTC, causing immediate volatility in the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin (BTC) prices dropped by 3.5% within the first hour of the announcement, trading at $64,500 at…

Bitcoin is consolidating at a key resistance within a descending channel. With volume declining and price nearing a pivotal area, traders are watching closely for either a strong rejection or a volume-backed breakout. This move could define the short-term trend going into next week. Bitcoin (BTC) has spent most of the week consolidating at a…