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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ETH Surges 9% as Crypto Market Celebrates Trump's Ceasefire Announcement

Ether rallied to $2,420 after President Trump declared a dual-phase ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran that would bring an end to the 12-day conflict.

Ether 24-hour chart showing breakout from $2,230 to $2,420 after ceasefire announcement.

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Solana's SOL Falls 8% as Traders Brace for Fallout From a Spike in Oil Price

Solana sank to $128.82 on heavy volume after a sharp sell-off triggered by confirmed U.S. military action against Iran.

SOL price chart showing 24-hour decline from $140.98 to $127.25, ending at $128.82.

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ADA Takes a Hard Fall as Traders Feel the Heat of War in the Middle East

ADA dropped to $0.5478 amid heightened geopolitical tension, even as Ford lends its name to a blockchain legal-data pilot built on the network.

ADA 24-hour price chart showing drop from $0.586 to $0.5464 and last price at $0.5478

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Bitcoin Rallies Above $102K After Panic Sellers Dump Into War Fears

Bitcoin fell to $101K before reversing sharply with high-volume support, as hedge fund James Lavish rebukes war-driven selling.

Bitcoin price chart showing low of $100,962, high of $103,970, and last price above $102,800

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ETH Drops 8% in Flash Crash, Recovers After Buyers Step In

Ether plunged to $2,224 before bouncing back to $2,292, with five times normal trading volume fueling a fast recovery.

Ether 24-hour price chart showing crash from $2,406 to $2,224 and partial recovery to $2,292

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Solana's SOL Holds $140 Support as Reversal Pattern Gains Strength

SOL dipped 5% before stabilizing at $140, with technical indicators pointing to a potential upside breakout if resistance is cleared.

Solana (SOL) price movement showing high at $142.91, low at $135.96, and last price at $140.46

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ADA Falls 4% on Heavy Volume, but Cardano's Upcoming Leios Upgrade Keeps Hopes Alive

ADA slid 4% in the past 24 hours, with 24-hour trading volume jumping nearly 38.4% above the 7-day average.

ADA fell 3.77% with high volume on June 21, 2025, consolidating near $0.582 support

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ETH Under $2,500: Friday Sees Highest Outflows From Spot ETH ETFs This Month

Ether bounces from intraday lows after a sharp 7.25% swing; 24-hour trading volume surged nearly 19% above the 7-day average, signaling heightened market activity.

Ether (ETH) dropped 4.18% over 24 hours to $2,445 amid a sharp sell-off and partial recovery on June 21, 2025

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Bitcoin Falls Below $104K as Retail Investor Sentiment Returns to Liberation Day Levels

Bitcoin dipped below $104,000 following a 4% drop, even as analysts say extreme bearish sentiment from retail may hint at a rebound.

24-hour chart showing BTC drop from above $106,000 to below $104,000 with minor rebound