The Ethereum derivatives markets have just recorded their largest outflow of ETH since August 2023, with over 300,000 ETH withdrawn from exchanges on February 6, 2025. This massive movement, amounting to approximately $817.2 million, comes amid increased market volatility.
While traditional end-of-reign predictions for Bitcoin were still circulating, the queen of cryptocurrencies responded with a stunning performance: a 125% explosion in options volumes in just one month. Behind this shocking figure, revealed by CCData, lies a deeper reality. Bitcoin is no longer just defying expectations â it is rewriting the investor's manual. Amid institutional plot twists and bold innovations, we dive into a month that shook Wall Street⊠and beyond.
Traders fear the impact of the US employment report on bitcoin. In this article, we explain why.
The rapid rise of AI-backed cryptocurrencies in 2024 heralded a decisive turning point for the convergence between blockchain and AI. Fueled by market euphoria and enthusiasm for agentic AIs, these assets attracted massive capital flows, propelling their valuations to unprecedented heights. However, the enthusiasm evaporated as quickly as it appeared: within just a few months, some of these tokens lost up to 90% of their value. This collapse raises critical questions about the viability of these projects and the strength of the market. Are investors facing a mere correction after a speculative surge, or are we witnessing the beginnings of a lasting disinterest?
The United States is ramping up its efforts to regulate dollar-backed stablecoins. A new bill, led by Republican lawmakers, aims to establish a clear regulatory framework. This initiative reflects the desire to strengthen the dominance of the dollar while promoting innovation in the crypto sector.
Crypto market analysts anticipate a significant increase in the price of XRP, the native cryptocurrency of Ripple, due to several ETF (exchange-traded funds) applications currently under review. These initiatives could transform the investment landscape in XRP and attract a substantial influx of institutional capital that could propel XRP up to 1500%!
The decentralized application (DApp) market is dominated by gaming and decentralized finance (DeFi), but artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining ground. In January, AI DApps recorded 2.2 million active users, signaling growing adoption. This evolution could shape the future of Web3 and cryptocurrencies.
The social network X, formerly Twitter, is once again under judicial investigation in France. On January 12, Deputy Eric Bothorel alerted the Paris prosecutor's office about the algorithms of Elon Musk's platform, suspected of manipulation. This investigation follows several ongoing legal actions against the platform.
The crypto universe remains a legal battleground where technology and law clash mercilessly. Alexey Pertsev, the emblematic figure of the Tornado Cash mixing protocol, has just reached a key milestone: released under electronic surveillance after eighteen months of detention, he is preparing his appeal. A mixed victory. For while the Dutch jails are opening slightly, the Russian developer remains chained to an electronic bracelet, a symbol of freedom under control. His case, much more than a simple judicial fact, embodies the burning tensions between decentralized innovation and legal responsibility.
In an era where artificial intelligence is emerging as an essential strategic lever, France is preparing to host one of the most ambitious projects in Europe: the construction of a campus dedicated to AI supported by the United Arab Emirates. With an announced investment between 30 and 50 billion euros, this initiative represents a significant advance in the international competition for technological sovereignty and computing power. Behind this announcement lies a clear objective: to make France a European hub for artificial intelligence, thanks to cutting-edge infrastructure capable of competing with American and Chinese giants.