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What are bull and bear markets in crypto?

May 09, 2022

The bull and the bear are two symbols that are also well known in the stock market. Both describe one of three trends that can be spotted in every market. The bull symbolizes the strong uptrend and optimism among investors. The bear on the other hand quite the opposite. If you are invested in cryptocurrencies or stocks, you surely came across both terms. But what is the meaning of all this? Where does the idea come from to attribute market sentiment to these specific animals? In this article, we are going to explain the two archetypes that are often used to describe sentiment or market conditions.

Is a possible margin call for MicroStrategy a risk?

May 05, 2022

While the price of stocks and crypto is not holding up great, a report is circulating with comments from the CFO of MicroStrategy. There is talk of the company getting a margin call if Bitcoin would drop to $21.000. MicroStrategy has about 130,000 Bitcoin on its books.

The Fed's upcoming interest rate decision: how will crypto react?

May 04, 2022

Tonight at 8:00 Central European Time, the U.S. Federal Reserve (FED) will announce the new interest rate. Will it indeed go up by 0.5%, as the market expects? If it's going to be more and/or if Chairman Powell uses stern language, equities and crypto might panick. If the decision is not as bad as expected, prices could rally.

Warren Buffett still not a fan of Bitcoin

May 03, 2022

For Bitcoin and crypto investors, it is always interesting to listen when investor Warren Buffet is asked for his opinion about Bitcoin. It gives an insight into the mindset of an investor who made his fortune in the old economy. 'I wouldn't buy all the BTC in the world for $25.'

New: sending Bitcoin from your Telegram app

May 02, 2022

The messaging app Telegram has been active on the frontier of crypto for years and has reached a milestone. Users can create their own wallet in the app and buy, send and receive BTC. In addition, there is room for Telegram's native coin.

New York state wants to ban gas-fueled Bitcoin mining

Apr 28, 2022

The New York State Assembly has passed a bill banning Bitcoin mining by gas-fired power plants for the next two years. The bill is now before the Senate. It was and still is hotly debated.

Big Bitcoin news, times two: adoption in Central African Republic and in Fidelity 401k

Apr 28, 2022

In the past few days, positive news about Bitcoin adoption arrived on two occasions. For one news fact, you had to be able to read French: the Central African Republic (CAR) is introducing Bitcoin as legal tender. The other news is about asset manager Fidelity, who will be adding Bitcoin as an option in their retirement plans.

Only two more years to go: Will the next Bitcoin halving cause a rally?

Apr 25, 2022

The Bitcoin halving has, historically speaking, been the biggest catalyst for each Bitcoin rally. The block reward is reduced every 4 years on average and this creates an additional supply shock. It is true that we are only halfway through until the next event and possibly a positive effect on the market kicks in. The halving is not the only thing that concerns Bitcoin in these times. Will we see a rally in 2024 and when was the best time to buy Bitcoin when putting the halving into perspective?

The BIP119 controversy among Bitcoin developers

Apr 25, 2022

A heated debate rages in the Bitcoin community. It is about a new improvement proposal: BIP119. The disagreement mainly concerns the question of how quickly this proposal can be pushed through or whether a broad consensus must first be reached.

IMF: we were eight-year-olds with a money printer

Apr 24, 2022

During a debate at the IMF Spring Meeting, Managing Director of the IMF Kristalina Giorgieva made notable statements about irresponsible monetary policy by governments: 'We were like eight-year-olds chasing the ball.'

Is a spot Bitcoin ETF coming?

Apr 11, 2022

For years, U.S. investors and crypto advocates have waited for a Bitcoin ETF. When the SEC first authorized one in October 2021, it turned out to be a huge nothing burger. It turned out to be a futures ETF. Since last week we have signs that a spot ETF could be coming.

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