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Why July Was a Record-Breaking Month for Crypto Trading
Crypto markets went wild in July with spot trading volumes hitting their highest point since February and derivatives trading reaching a new yearly high. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Research Lead Josh de Vos, breaks down the key trends and numbers from CoinDesk's latest Exchange Review, available on CoinDesk.com/research.
Bitcoin Rally Stalls Amid Trump/Putin Meeting Tension and Inflation Concerns
Bitcoin’s recent rally has come to a stall after hotter-than-expected PPI inflation data and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s flip-flop on the U.S. government’s BTC purchases. With tension rising from the upcoming meeting between Trump and Putin, what's next for bitcoin and risk assets? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
Stablecoins are the "New Lifeblood" of Crypto
CoinDesk's Andy Baehr sits down with Patrick Heusser, Sentora's Head of Lending, to discuss the future of on-chain financing and what it means for both institutions and individual investors. Plus, he provides insights on the recent ETH-led rally and the rise of stablecoins.
Bitcoin's Market Cap Soars Past Google's After Hitting New All-Time High
Bitcoin surged past its previous record on Wednesday, rallying in tandem with U.S. equities as investors turn risk assets. The new high of $124,000 made bitcoin the fifth-largest asset by market cap across all assets, crossing Google’s $2.4 trillion. Is bitcoin bigger than Google now? And, crypto exchange Bullish goes public on the New York Stock Exchange. CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.” Bullish is the owner of CoinDesk.
What SHIB's Exploding Burn Rate Means for Its Price
SHIB’s burn rate exploded by 48,244% in the past 24 hours, with nearly 88 million tokens permanently removed from supply. If buying pressure continues, analysts say SHIB could attempt a move toward $0.000020, double the current price. CoinDesk's Jenn Sanasie breaks it down in today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com.
How Stablecoins are Quietly Reshaping Global Payments | The Ripple Effect
Jason Tay, Head of Commercial at StraitsX, outlines the company's evolution from a FinTech payments firm to a leading stablecoin issuer. The company is bridging the Web2 and Web3 ecosystems by offering regulated, cross-border payment solutions via stablecoins. Through partnerships with companies like Alipay and Grab, StraitsX enhances the user experience and its collaboration with Ripple is crucial for building the underlying infrastructure needed for the future of stablecoin transactions.
Stablecoins Reach Record Highs, But There's a Catch
Stablecoins are hitting record highs, but their market dominance is actually shrinking. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Research Lead Josh de Vos breaks down data from CoinDesk Data's July Stablecoins & CBDC Report, available on CoinDesk.com/research.
The Art of Crypto Brand Building at Scale
Olivia Santarelli, Gemini’s Head of Marketing, has been building Gemini's marketing strategy for six years, helping transform the exchange from a small team into a major crypto brand. In this conversation, she breaks down Gemini's approach to marketing, from Guinness World Record-breaking drone shows to their "Revolution Needs Rules" campaign that welcomed regulation when others feared it. Santarelli discusses how Gemini focuses on educating mainstream users through products like their Bitcoin rewards credit card, competes with traditional finance companies entering crypto and builds lasting brand value beyond the typical hype cycles that dominate the industry.
Traders See 90% Chance for September Fed Rate Cut After Mixed July CPI Results
U.S. inflation data for July came in mixed, with headline numbers better than forecast, but the core rate rising faster than expected. How will the result affect the Fed's decision on interest rates in September? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
Why Cathie Wood's ARK Invest Modified Its $1.5M Target | CoinDesk Spotlight
ARK Invest founder, CEO and CIO Cathie Wood joins "CoinDesk Spotlight" to explain how the rapid adoption of stablecoins is causing a shift in her famous $1.5 million bitcoin forecast. Plus, the personal journey that sparked her passion for economics, her unique investment philosophy, and the advice she would give to her younger self.
