Base, the Ethereum Layer-2 solution developed by Coinbase, experienced a 33-minute network disruption that halted block production on its Mainnet. The outage occurred on August 5, 2025, and was caused by unexpected on-chain congestion combined with an unprepared backup sequencer. While Base is designed with high availability in mind—featuring multi
Binance Data Shows Decline in Leverage: Is a Major Crypto Shakeout Coming?
The global cryptocurrency market has experienced a slight downturn over the past week, with Bitcoin (BTC) struggling to regain its recent highs. Market data from CoinGecko shows the total crypto market capitalization currently stands at approximately $3.79 trillion, representing a 0.4% decline in the last 24 hours. This pullback follows a period of
IREN soars 11% after mining more Bitcoin than MARA in July
Shares in IREN Ltd closed trading on Wednesday up 11.4% after it reported mining more Bitcoin than MARA Holdings in July.
Crypto Salaries Skyrocket in 2024, Tripling Payouts: Latest Report
The realm of digital assets is witnessing a significant shift, with cryptocurrency increasingly becoming a mainstream choice for payroll solutions. A recent report projects that salaries paid in cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins, are expected to triple by 2024, underscoring the growing acceptance of blockchain technology in everyday financ
Binance Former Leader Seeks Quick Exit From $1.8 Billion FTX Lawsuit
Former Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has moved to shake off a $1.76 billion clawback bid from the now-bankrupt FTX trust. It’s a bold opening move. Based on reports, he argues the case should never have landed in a Delaware court. Challenge To Delaware Jurisdiction According to a report, Zhao insists he lives in the […]
Ethereum Price Lags Despite All-Time High In Daily Transactions – What’s Next For ETH?
The Ethereum (ETH) blockchain is experiencing a renewed surge in network activity, recently reaching a fresh all-time high (ATH) in daily transactions. However, despite this increase in on-chain fundamentals, ETH’s price continues to trade below major resistance levels, raising concerns that bullish momentum may be fading. Ethereum Network Activity
Ethereum Under Trump: Exploring 3 Pathways For Impact From New Crypto Policies
In a recent analysis by The Motley Fool, a private financial and investing advice company based in the US, the implications of President Donald Trump’s support for the cryptocurrency sector have come under scrutiny, particularly regarding Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization. Trump has consistently advocated f
Bitcoin Bull Run Already Over? Whales Are Bailing, Retail’s Late
CryptoQuant analyst Maartunn used today’s price weakness to publish a granular, 10-part “Bitcoin Market Analysis” on X that dissects the post-ATH landscape with on-chain detail and a clear technical line in the sand. “Bitcoin broke its all-time high, but here’s the catch: long-term holders are [starting] to sell into the strength,” he wrote, adding
Ripple Flamed By Caitlin Long: ‘XRP Is Doomed, Banks Don’t Trust It’
Caitlin Long, founder and CEO of Custodia Bank, delivered one of the harshest assessments yet of Ripple and the XRP ecosystem in a recent episode of the Gold Goats ‘n Guns podcast, calling into question the project’s credibility, tokenomics, and long-term viability in institutional finance. In a sweeping critique, Long stated bluntly: “It’s not goi
Tornado Cash Trial Concludes: Roman Storm Found Guilty of One of Three Counts
Bitcoin Magazine Tornado Cash Trial Concludes: Roman Storm Found Guilty of One of Three Counts Today in the Southern District of New York (SDNY), Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm was found guilty of the second count on his indictment, conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money transmitting business. The Tornado Cash trial has concluded. Roman Sto