Bitcoin’s volatility hits new lows during prolonged market consolidation

Quick Take Glassnode defines realized volatility as the standard deviation of returns from the mean return of a market, indicating market risk. High values signal high-risk phases. Unlike implied volatility, which predicts... Read more »

Demand for stablecoins grows as market prepares for volatility

A steady increase in the circulating supply of stablecoins shows an increasing demand for these assets. It suggests that more traders and investors are preparing to enter the market or facilitating more... Read more »

Marathon Digital Holdings CEO Discusses Bitcoin Landscape

In a recent interview with CryptoSlate at BTC Prague 2024, Fred Thiel, CEO of Marathon Digital Holdings, shared his insights on several critical aspects of the Bitcoin landscape, focusing on transaction fees,... Read more »

How did we lose control of our currencies?

The following is a guest post by Phillip Alexeev, Chief Growth Officer at CrossFi. Over the centuries, the evolution of currency has defined the human experience. From primitive bartering systems to establishing... Read more »

Will Bitcoin’s price bear the brunt of Mt. Gox’s repayment plan?

The following is a guest post by Nischal Shetty, co-founder and President at Shardeum. Mt. Gox’s dormancy might not be over, but a series of tokens moving out from its wallets has... Read more »

Explaining Digital Asset Security Methods

Digital asset security is paramount in crypto, and several cryptographic methods are available to ensure the safety of digital assets, each with unique benefits and applications. This article focuses on explaining Shamir’s... Read more »

Trezor launches new touchscreen hardware wallet with custom expert setup

Trezor has launched the Trezor Safe 5, a new flagship device with upgraded security features and a haptic color touchscreen, and the Trezor Expert, a personalized onboarding service for new users. CryptoSlate... Read more »

BIS reveals almost every major central bank is interested in wholesale CBDCs

The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said its recent survey of central banks revealed that 94% of them globally are now engaged in exploring central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) — reflecting a... Read more »

NiceHash and Marathon partner to launch new firmware for miners

NiceHash, a leading Bitcoin hashing power marketplace, has partnered with Marathon Digital Holdings to introduce new custom firmware for ASIC miners on its platform. The new product, NiceHash Firmware, will leverage Marathon’s... Read more »

Coinbase derides SEC’s $2.6 billion budget request; American Securities Association calls for lower amount

Coinbase objected to the SEC’s $2.6 billion budget request for the 2025 fiscal year. In a statement to CryptoSlate on June 13, a Coinbase representative said: “Yet again the SEC asks for... Read more »