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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Policy

Belarus Seeks to Cement Role as Crypto ‘Digital Haven,’ President Lukashenko Says

Lukashenko pressed regulators to finalize a framework for digital tokens, saying Belarus must pair investor safeguards with its bid to be a crypto-friendly hub.

Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko speaking in December 2024 (CoinDesk Archives)

Markets

XRP Price Holds Near $2.75 as Analyst Maps Path Between $2.40 Risk and $3.70 Upside

XRP trades around $2.75 after intraday swings, with Martinez warning of a $2.40 downside risk if support fails and outlining a bullish path toward $3.70.

XRP 24-hour chart with price near $2.75

Markets

Rich Bitcoiners Are Reportedly Spending BTC on Luxury Holidays: Does This Really Make Sense?

Private jet flights, yacht cruises and boutique hotels are now taking crypto. But does it make sense for bitcoin’s new wealthy to actually spend their coins?

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Markets

Major Bitcoin Breakout Could be Brewing as Retail and Institutions Stack ‘Relentlessly’

Bitcoin accumulation by retail and institutions is hitting highs, with one analyst saying it could set the stage for a major breakout as price steadies near $109,000

24-hour bitcoin price chart near $109,000

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Markets

Bitcoin or Gold: Which Is the Better Hedging Asset in 2025?

Bitwise’s André Dragosch argues gold still protects against stock sell-offs while bitcoin hedges bond stress — raising questions about their roles in 2025 portfolios.

Bitcoin tokens with gold chain, silver coins and global banknotes.

Markets

Crypto Charts Look 'So Broken and Bearish They’re Bullish' Ahead of Fed Meeting, Says Analyst

Alex Krüger says recent liquidations and scary charts could set up a bullish rebound, though conviction trends may wait until after the Fed’s Sept. 17 decision.

Physical bitcoin and ether tokens placed in front of trading screen with charts.