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Vitalik Buterin blasts Ethereum 'copypasta' L2 chains, says the rollup excuse is fading

Vitalik Buterin blasts Ethereum 'copypasta' L2 chains, says the rollup excuse is fading

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has expressed concerns regarding the proliferation of similar Layer 2 (L2) networks within the Ethereum ecosystem. He argues that the…

2/5/2026 2 min read

ETH #BLOCKCHAIN #ETH #MARKET

Silver’s 17% plunge reignites market behaviour that once topped bitcoin liquidations

Silver’s 17% plunge reignites market behaviour that once topped bitcoin liquidations

Recent developments in the market have drawn attention to a significant decline in silver prices, which has experienced a 17% plunge. This situation has reignited discussions…

2/5/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #MARKETS

Bitcoin slips below $71,000 as AI-driven tech rout worsens

Bitcoin slips below $71,000 as AI-driven tech rout worsens

Bitcoin has experienced a notable decline, slipping below the $71,000 mark. This downturn coincides with significant losses in Asian and U.S. tech shares, driven by increasing…

2/5/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET

XRP crashes to its lowest since Trump's election win, could slide further to $1.00

XRP crashes to its lowest since Trump's election win, could slide further to $1.00

XRP has experienced a significant decline, reaching a low of $1.44, marking its lowest price point since November 2024. This downturn is largely attributed to the broader risk…

2/5/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #XRP

Bitcoin slides toward $70,000 as on-chain data flags bear market and traders bet Fed holds in April: Asia Morning Briefing

Bitcoin slides toward $70,000 as on-chain data flags bear market and traders bet Fed holds in April: Asia Morning Briefing

Recent on-chain data indicates declining demand for Bitcoin, coupled with tighter liquidity conditions. This trend coincides with prediction markets that suggest there is minimal…

2/5/2026 2 min read

BTC #ASIA #BTC #MARKET

Multicoin Capital co-founder Kyle Samani steps down after nearly a decade to pursue other areas of tech

Multicoin Capital co-founder Kyle Samani steps down after nearly a decade to pursue other areas of tech

Kyle Samani, co-founder of Multicoin Capital, has announced his decision to step down after nearly a decade with the firm. He will be shifting his focus to other areas within the…

2/5/2026 2 min read

SOL #REGULATION #SOL #DIGITAL ASSET TREASURY

Europe’s role in the next wave of tokenisation

Europe’s role in the next wave of tokenisation

In a recent edition of the Crypto Long & Short Newsletter, key insights were shared regarding the potential for tokenisation in Europe. The discussion highlights how the European…

2/4/2026 2 min read

MARKET #MARKET #BNB #COINDESK INDICES

Newly unsealed DOJ files link Jeffrey Epstein to a 2014 investment in Coinbase

Newly unsealed DOJ files link Jeffrey Epstein to a 2014 investment in Coinbase

Recently unsealed Department of Justice (DOJ) files have revealed a connection between Jeffrey Epstein and the cryptocurrency exchange, Coinbase. Emails indicate that Brock…

2/4/2026 2 min read

BLOCKCHAIN #BLOCKCHAIN #EXCHANGE #POLICY

Nomura defends crypto strategy as it limits short-term volatility at Laser Digital

Nomura defends crypto strategy as it limits short-term volatility at Laser Digital

Nomura, a prominent Japanese bank, has recently reaffirmed its commitment to its cryptocurrency strategy. The bank's approach at Laser Digital focuses on implementing tighter…

2/4/2026 2 min read

FIAT #FIAT #FINANCE #NOMURA

Indian investors are buying the bitcoin price dip, CoinDCX says

Indian investors are buying the bitcoin price dip, CoinDCX says

Recent reports from CoinDCX indicate that Indian cryptocurrency investors are actively purchasing Bitcoin and various layer 1 tokens. This trend highlights a strategic approach…

2/5/2026 2 min read

BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET

Bitcoin falls back to $74,000, remaining on defense as AI jitters shake tech sector

Bitcoin falls back to $74,000, remaining on defense as AI jitters shake tech sector

Bitcoin has experienced a decline, falling back to $74,000 amidst concerns surrounding the technology sector, particularly related to artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure…

2/5/2026 3 min read

BTC #BTC #MARKET #MINING

ProShares unveils first U.S. ETF that lets you buy the top 20 cryptos at once

ProShares unveils first U.S. ETF that lets you buy the top 20 cryptos at once

ProShares has introduced KRYP, marking the launch of the first U.S. exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to track the CoinDesk 20 Index. This new investment vehicle allows…

2/4/2026 2 min read

MARKET #BUSINESS #MARKET #FINANCE