As digital assets mature beyond speculative trading, 2026 is emerging as a pivotal year for Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. Market participants are increasingly focused on structural drivers rather than short-term price swings. Three forces stand out as potential market movers: global monetary policy shifts, regulatory clarity across major economies, and the accelerating integration… Continue reading Three Defining Forces Likely to Shape Bitcoin and Crypto Markets in 2026
Category: Cryptocurrency
Hong Kong’s Crypto Rulebook Faces Test as New Compliance Burdens Unsettle Asset Managers
Hong Kong’s ambition to position itself as a global hub for digital assets is encountering resistance as proposed regulatory changes raise concerns among traditional asset managers. While the city aims to balance innovation with investor protection, stricter licensing requirements, operational obligations, and compliance costs may discourage established financial institutions from entering or expanding within the… Continue reading Hong Kong’s Crypto Rulebook Faces Test as New Compliance Burdens Unsettle Asset Managers
Crypto Funds See Strong Revival as Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally Sparks Rs. 18,000-Crore Inflows
Global cryptocurrency investment products recorded their strongest weekly inflows in nearly three months, driven by a sharp rally in Bitcoin and Ethereum. Digital asset funds attracted approximately Rs. 18,000 crore in fresh capital, signaling renewed investor confidence after a prolonged period of caution. The surge reflects improving market sentiment, rising prices of leading cryptocurrencies, and… Continue reading Crypto Funds See Strong Revival as Bitcoin and Ethereum Rally Sparks Rs. 18,000-Crore Inflows
India’s Crypto Crossroads: ZebPay CEO Rahul Pagidipati on SIP Investing, Bitcoin Discipline, and Regulatory Clarity
India’s cryptocurrency market is gradually maturing, driven by disciplined investment approaches and growing calls for regulatory certainty. Rahul Pagidipati, CEO of crypto exchange ZebPay, believes systematic investment plans (SIPs) in digital assets could help Indian investors manage volatility while building long-term exposure to Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. He argues that structured investing, combined with investor… Continue reading India’s Crypto Crossroads: ZebPay CEO Rahul Pagidipati on SIP Investing, Bitcoin Discipline, and Regulatory Clarity
Dogecoin Slips Toward Crucial Support as Bearish Channel Tightens
Dogecoin is once again under pressure as its price revisits the lower boundary of a long-standing descending channel, signaling a critical moment for the popular meme-based cryptocurrency. The latest move reflects broader uncertainty across digital asset markets, where risk appetite remains subdued and short-term momentum has weakened. Technical indicators suggest that Dogecoin is testing a… Continue reading Dogecoin Slips Toward Crucial Support as Bearish Channel Tightens
Old Scams, New Coins: How Crypto Fraudsters Engineered Rs. 5,800-Crore Losses Using Familiar Deceptions
Cryptocurrency-related fraud has surged sharply, with criminals siphoning off nearly Rs. 5,800 crore from unsuspecting individuals by repackaging traditional scams for the digital age. Despite the technological sophistication of blockchain, many of the most successful crypto crimes relied on age-old tactics such as impersonation, social engineering, fake investment schemes, and emotional manipulation. The losses highlight… Continue reading Old Scams, New Coins: How Crypto Fraudsters Engineered Rs. 5,800-Crore Losses Using Familiar Deceptions
Akurateco and Aquanow Forge Strategic Alliance to Revolutionize Crypto Payment Solutions
Akurateco, a leading global payment processing company, has partnered with Aquanow, a crypto-focused financial technology platform, to develop a next-generation crypto payments ecosystem. This collaboration aims to bridge traditional financial systems with the emerging digital asset economy, providing businesses and consumers with seamless, secure, and scalable crypto transaction solutions. The partnership leverages Akurateco’s expertise in… Continue reading Akurateco and Aquanow Forge Strategic Alliance to Revolutionize Crypto Payment Solutions
Dollar Dominance Faces a Digital Test as U.S.-Backed Stablecoins Enter the Global Arena
The U.S. dollar has weathered decades of economic shocks, fiscal strain, and repeated challenges to its supremacy as the world’s reserve currency. Its dominance has helped keep American borrowing costs relatively contained while reinforcing Washington’s geopolitical influence. Today, however, that position faces a new test from the rapid rise of digital currencies. In a notable… Continue reading Dollar Dominance Faces a Digital Test as U.S.-Backed Stablecoins Enter the Global Arena
Bybit Unveils Major Fiat-to-Crypto Incentive to Accelerate New User Adoption
Global crypto exchange Bybit has rolled out a large-scale promotional campaign aimed at attracting new users through its fiat-to-crypto onboarding channel. The initiative features a reward pool worth up to 97,200 USDT, designed to encourage first-time participants to convert traditional currencies into digital assets. The move comes as competition among exchanges intensifies and market sentiment… Continue reading Bybit Unveils Major Fiat-to-Crypto Incentive to Accelerate New User Adoption
K33 Expands Bitcoin Finance With Launch of Crypto-Backed Lending for Long-Term Investors
Bitcoin-focused treasury firm K33 has introduced crypto-backed loan products aimed at investors seeking liquidity without selling their digital assets. The move reflects a broader shift in the crypto finance ecosystem, where institutional-grade services are increasingly tailored to long-term holders of Bitcoin. By allowing investors to borrow against their BTC holdings, K33 is positioning itself at… Continue reading K33 Expands Bitcoin Finance With Launch of Crypto-Backed Lending for Long-Term Investors