Siamak Masnavi

Siamak Masnavi is a researcher focused on blockchain technology, cryptocurrency regulation and macroeconomic forces shaping digital assets — including interest rate policy, capital flows and adoption trends. He holds an MSc and PhD in computer science from the University of London and began his career in software development, with nearly four years in the banking sector in London and Zurich. Since April 2018, he has been writing about the crypto industry. His focus shifted primarily to research in November 2024, though he continues to contribute regularly to industry reporting.

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Markets

Analyst Says He ‘Nibbled’ HYPE Below $34, Eyes $28 Area as Downtrend Persists

In an X post, a respected pseudonymous crypto analyst said he bought a HYPE spot position under $34 and would "load up" closer to $28 amid a market downtrend.

HYPE-USD 24-Hour Price Chart (CoinDesk Data)

Policy

Ripple CLO Rejects the Narrative That Crypto Is Just a Tool for 'Crime and Corruption'

In an X post, Ripple's Stuart Alderoty said two recent New York Times pieces wrongly cast crypto as only a tool for crime and corruption.

Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty on CoinDesk TV

Markets

Coinbase Rolls Out the 'Blue Carpet' for Binance’s BNB Token

Coinbase launched The Blue Carpet, then added BNB to its roadmap — an intent signal, not a guarantee — pending market-making support and technical readiness.

Coinbase logo shown on a laptop screen

Markets

After Oct. 10 Crypto Crash, Bitwise CIO’s Three-Question Test Finds No Lasting Damage

In an Oct. 14 memo, Matt Hougan says about $20 billion was liquidated, no major firms failed, core tech mostly held and clients stayed calm — signs the impact won’t last.

Close-up of a thumbs-up on a black background, signaling calm.

Markets

Gold Isn’t Overpriced on Purchasing-Power Test, BlackRock’s Evy Hambro Says

Hambro told Bloomberg TV gold “could go a lot higher” as long-term price decks lag spot; miners’ margins are among the strongest he has seen.

Gold Bars

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Coinbase to Increase Investment in One of India’s Largest Crypto Exchanges

The planned deal sets a $2.45 billion post-money valuation and follows CoinDCX’s April 2022 raise of $135 million at a $2.15 billion valuation.

Coinbase logo shown on a laptop screen

Markets

ARK Invest Takes 11.5% Stake in a Solana Infrastructure Firm

Ark Invest has reportedly taken a 11.5% Solmate (SLMT) stake while the company said it bought $50 million discounted SOL from Solana Foundation.

SOL-USD 24-Hour Price Chart