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BTC

$96,708.00

5.69%

ETH

$3,214.19

6.00%

BNB

$696.60

3.36%

SOL

$188.99

7.55%

ADA

$0.986248

7.75%

TRX

$0.224863

1.60%

XLM

$0.42529

3.57%

SHIB

$0.00002153

6.20%

BCH

$437.06

5.42%

LTC

$100.49

4.66%

PEPE

$0.00001743

7.43%

XMR

$208.30

4.51%

POL

$0.450941

6.27%

CRO

$0.139523

8.66%

VET

$0.04497523

7.55%

OM

$3.70

-0.72%

TAO

$423.25

4.80%

KAS

$0.132466

18.38%

ARB

$0.727193

7.19%

TKX

$34.96

-1.07%

ENA

$0.848656

4.67%

OP

$1.77

7.06%

GT

$18.52

5.98%

S

$0.702231

9.01%

GRT

$0.201382

6.88%

SEI

$0.376852

6.62%

XDC

$0.103258

9.52%

QNT

$103.76

4.27%

GALA

$0.03505142

10.50%

FLR

$0.02377993

4.20%

JUP

$0.797407

8.77%

MKR

$1,377.60

4.32%

EOS

$0.790213

6.94%

BEAM

$0.02241822

7.92%

BTT

$0.00000113

4.31%

CRV

$0.849538

10.84%

AR

$15.62

6.63%

MOG

$0.00000196

14.59%

CHZ

$0.080395

6.75%

CFX

$0.147594

7.91%

RSR

$0.01311095

8.79%

XEC

$0.00003528

6.07%

W

$0.244788

6.83%

BIO

$0.412255

7.91%

ZK

$0.175528

6.29%

GNO

$245.93

6.87%

NOT

$0.00619946

4.60%

LUNC

$0.00010189

5.68%

AMP

$0.00660566

5.60%

BDX

$0.079135

0.27%

AXL

$0.605161

6.18%

DOG

$0.0053245

12.46%

MEW

$0.00569174

6.60%

FAI

$0.061175

26.69%

USR

$0.998126

-0.97%

CKB

$0.01058396

7.56%

NFT

$0.00000048

2.04%

SNEK

$0.00610271

5.27%

TEL

$0.00568297

17.45%

ZIL

$0.02130606

10.02%

ZRX

$0.484028

8.00%

IO

$2.94

6.42%

GLM

$0.390889

9.02%

HOT

$0.00219385

9.27%

JST

$0.03825509

3.46%

BOME

$0.00534031

5.51%

WOO

$0.198057

6.62%

ATH

$0.064125

8.03%

BAT

$0.24287

6.82%

ANKR

$0.03585897

8.60%

GMT

$0.132305

5.36%

ZEN

$22.50

15.43%

ENJ

$0.197508

7.95%
Price data by
Sebastian Sinclair

Sebastian Sinclair

Sebastian is a seasoned journalist who brings extensive expertise in reporting on the crypto markets. His background includes roles as a reporter and markets analyst at CoinDesk and later Blockworks, where he contributed to breaking news coverage across the Asia timezone.

Seb has delved into various aspects of the industry, from analyzing bitcoin's market dynamics to examining policy discussions that influence its future.

Disclosure: Sebastian has no significant crypto holdings.

Stories by Sebastian Sinclair

  • Pile of Bitcoin sitting in front of an Italian flag. Image: Shutterstock

    Italy's Largest Banking Group Intesa Sanpaolo Buys $1 Million in Bitcoin

    Intesa Sanpaolo, Italy's largest banking group, has purchased 11 Bitcoins for roughly 1 million euros (US$1 million), becoming the first Italian bank to make a direct investment in the crypto. The confirmation came from Intesa Sanpaolo’s press office, following speculation that emerged earlier in the day after an internal email from the group was leaked on the online forum 4chan. The email, reportedly signed by Niccolò Bardoscia, head of the bank’s Trading and Investment division for Digital Ass...

    NewsBusiness
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bhutan and Bitcoin. Image: Shutterstock

    Bhutan’s Special Administrative Region to Adopt Bitcoin, Ethereum in Strategic Reserves

    A newly designated Special Administrative Region in Bhutan announced plans on Wednesday to formally adopt digital assets, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Binance’s BNB token, as part of its strategic reserves.  Known as the Gelephu Mindfulness City, the region is attempting to establish an urban environment in the southern plains of Bhutan centered around “mindfulness, sustainability, and innovation,” according to a statement on Wednesday. GMC’s initiative seeks to institutionalize the inclusio...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Image: Mica Stock/Shutterstock

    Bitcoin Faces Short-Term Pressure Amid Macro and Sentiment Shifts

    Bitcoin is under short-term pressure as macroeconomic shifts and changing sentiment continue to weigh on upward momentum. Despite reaching a record high of over $108,000 in December, Bitcoin has seen a reversal driven by a strengthening U.S. dollar, heightened volatility, and cautious positioning among traders. That’s according to Joe McCann, founder and CEO of crypto investment firm Asymmetric, who has adopted a more bearish outlook in the near term while maintaining a bullish long-term stance....

    NewsMarkets
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin logo. Image created by Decrypt using AI

    Bitcoin Tops $100,000 for First Time in 2025 as Trump Trade Continues to Spur Sentiment

    Bitcoin broke above its $100,000 price tag for the first time this year as a significant tailwind continues to spur trader sentiment following last year’s historic run. At the time of writing, the Bitcoin price has reached as high as $101,192 before retracing slightly, according to CoinGecko. It's still well far of its all-time high of $108,135. Sunday’s move follows a nearly three-week period where the world’s largest digital asset traded below the psychological milestone, having dropped 5.6% i...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • The FDIC protects depositors of insured banks. Image: Shutterstock.

    Pro-Crypto Lawyer Deaton Calls for Congressional Probe Into FDIC Activity

    A redacted report detailing the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s internal communications about crypto-related banking activities has reignited calls for accountability in U.S. financial oversight. Attorney John E. Deaton, a prominent crypto advocate and former Senate candidate, has urged Congress to investigate what he alleges is a coordinated effort by regulators to marginalize the digital asset sector through "Operation ChokePoint 2.0." The documents, first released through a court ord...

    NewsLaw and Order
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Crypto is global. Image: Shutterstock

    9 Most Influential Crypto Cities in the World in 2024

    Cryptocurrencies have established a stronger foothold in global financial ecosystems, and cities worldwide are vying to be hubs for blockchain innovation and adoption.  There’s little doubt that the industry has progressed this year. From regulatory clarity to a thriving startup culture, here are nine cities that helped shape the crypto landscape in 2024. 1.Berlin, Germany This year, Germany clarified tax rules for staking and lending, reducing uncertainty for retail and institutional investors....

    Deep DivesLong Reads
    6 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Formula 1. Image: Shutterstock

    Formula 1 Secures Multi-Year Renewal With Crypto.com in Sports Sponsorship Push

    Formula 1 has renewed its partnership with exchange platform Crypto.com, extending the agreement through 2030 as both entities seek to capitalize on their shared momentum.  The renewed partnership will see Crypto.com continue to feature prominently at key Formula 1 events, including the Miami Grand Prix, where it has been the title sponsor since the race’s inception in 2022. The deal, first inked in 2021, marked Formula 1’s foray into the crypto world at a time when digital assets were experienc...

    NewsBusiness
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin logo. Image created by Decrypt using AI

    Bitcoin, Crypto Eye Recovery as Analysts Bet on Resilience Despite Fed’s Hawkish Pivot

    Crypto and broader equities fell sharply Wednesday as traders attempted to divine next year’s outlook following a hawkish pivot from the U.S. central bank. While the 25 basis point cut delivered by the Federal Reserve on Wednesday was largely priced in, concerns flared as the bank signaled interest rates may not go down again anytime soon. During a press conference, Fed Chair Jerome Powell told reporters that while inflation was “steadily” receding, recent high readings indicated it had been “sl...

    NewsMarkets
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin. Image: Created by Decrypt using AI

    Bitcoin Climbs to $105,000 as Trump Trade Continues to Drive Assets Higher

    Bitcoin has broken to fresh highs above $104,900 as this year’s rally continues to benefit from several tailwinds, including President-elect Donald Trump’s impact on markets. The asset is up 3.5% on the day following a new record price of $105,004. It's now up more than 140% in a year and 15% higher over a 30-day period, according to CoinGecko data. Bitcoin and the broader crypto market saw a significant uplift following Trump’s presidential victory in early November. While questions remain abou...

    NewsMarkets
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Hyperbolic gets funding to grow its business. Image: Shutterstock.

    Hyperbolic Secures $12M to Advance Decentralized AI Infrastructure

    Hyperbolic, a startup focused on decentralized AI computing and inference services, announced on Tuesday it raised $12 million in a Series A funding round led by Variant and Polychain Capital.  The round drew participation from a wide array of investors, including Lightspeed Faction, Bankless Ventures, and Wintermute Ventures. Angel investors included Sreeram Kannan of EigenLayer and Alex Atallah of OpenRouter. It brings the company’s total funding to $20 million as it seeks to expand its footpr...

  • Bitcoin token. Image created by Decrypt using AI

    Bitcoin Could Climb Beyond $150,000 by January, DeFi Derivatives Platform Derive Says

    The derivatives market is pointing to a small chance for further upward momentum for Bitcoin next month, following the asset’s historic rise above $100,000 last week.  That’s according to Sean Dawson, head of research at DeFi derivatives protocol Derive. “We continue to see a 10.5% probability of Ethereum reaching $6,000 and a 6% likelihood for Bitcoin surpassing $150,000 by January 31,” Dawson told Decrypt.  “Regarding the 25 delta skews, they've remained stable since last week, showing no sign...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin down. Image: Shutterstock

    Bitcoin Plunges $6K in Minutes, Recovers to $98K as Crypto Liquidations Top $1 Billion

    On Thursday, the price of the world’s largest crypto plunged to its lowest level in over a week within minutes, sparking over $1 billion in digital asset liquidations before sharply rebounding. Starting at 5:26 pm ET, Bitcoin’s price plunged 6.3% to a low of $92,000 within three minutes. It then quickly rebounded above $97,600 before dipping another 1%, according to Coinbase data. Despite slipping 1.7% on the day to $97,100, the asset is still up over 39% in the past 30 days, driven by bullish e...

    NewsMarkets
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs are soaring. Image created by Decrypt using AI

    Crypto Market Goes Into Overdrive as Bitcoin Breaches Fresh All-Time Highs

    This year’s crypto market rally continues to post impressive gains following a significant surge late Wednesday evening from the world’s largest digital asset. Bitcoin breached the vaunted $100,000 at 9:45 pm ET, smashing through that level to land just above $103,000, CoinGecko data shows. Over the last 24 hours, the native token of Bitcoin layer-2 Stacks (STX) experienced the largest uplift, rising 15% to $3, while The Sandbox (SAND) came in second—up 14% to $0.87. Gunning off market fervor, t...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Sydney, Australia. Image: Shutterstock.

    Australia's Financial Regulator Proposes New Crypto Rules, Highlights Risks and Relief for Industry

    The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has released a consultation paper proposing updates to its regulatory guidance on digital assets, focusing on compliance requirements under the Corporations Act.  The revisions to Information Sheet 225 (INFO 225) include 13 worked examples designed to clarify when digital assets qualify as financial products, such as stablecoins, wrapped tokens, and staking services. Among the examples, ASIC outlines scenarios involving exchange tokens, yield-...

    NewsLaw and Order
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • BNB tokens. Source: Shutterstock

    Binance's BNB Token Hits All-Time High as Bitcoin and Ethereum Alts Swell

    Binance’s native token (BNB) jumped to record highs on Wednesday amid a broader crypto market uplift that saw a resurgence in long-time altcoins affiliated with Ethereum and Bitcoin. BNB surged 8% to a new peak above $788, beating out its previous June all-time high of $710, CoinGecko data shows. The asset is used for trading fee discounts, transaction fees on the Binance Smart Chain, staking, participation in token sales, payments, borrowing, and lending.  Meanwhile, Ethereum Classic (ETC) and...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Meme coin mascots. Image created by Decrypt using AI

    Dogecoin, Pepe and Other Top Meme Coins Fall as Focus Shifts to XRP

    Top meme coins by market capitalization have taken most of the brunt stemming from Monday’s moderate sell-off, while XRP and Hedera (HBAR) continue to defy expectations. Dogecoin (DOGE) has fallen 8% on the day to $0.42 after climbing to a 24-hour high above $0.45. The seminal meme coin is riding on the eventual creation of a department of government efficiency—to be headed up by Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy next year. Despite the recent bullish fervor, other dog-themed tokens, includ...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Bitcoin. Image: Created by Decrypt using AI

    Bitcoin Exchange Balances Plunge as Long-Term Holders Help Drive Price to $98,000

    Bitcoin balances on crypto exchanges have reached historic lows, as on-chain data points to a rapid depletion of available inventory.  A recent note from 10X Research on Sunday highlighted the trend, underscored by a sharp drop in the amount of Bitcoin available to buy. It contrasts sharply with trends observed in late summer when a sudden inflow temporarily replenished exchange reserves, according to the report. This time, however, no such inventory boost has occurred, exacerbating the supply c...

    NewsMarkets
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • XRP is once again one of the largest crypto assets around. Image: Shutterstock

    XRP Flips Tether Becoming World’s Third Largest Crypto as Prices Soar

    XRP, the native token used within Ripple’s payments system, has jumped to the third spot in market capitalization rankings, beating out the incumbent stablecoin issued by Tether. The asset is up more than 71% on the week to $2.47 and a further 367% over the last 30 days, according to CoinGecko data. The asset previously flipped Solana for the fourth spot late Sunday. Ripple Labs’ case against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has been a primary focus for investors, which has been aided...

    NewsCoins
    2 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • All eyes on Hong Kong as the city turns to crypto. Image: Shutterstock.

    Hong Kong to Waive Tax on Crypto Gains for Sophisticated Investors

    Hong Kong is preparing to exempt investment gains from crypto and other assets for sophisticated investors, aiming to enhance the region’s appeal as a wealth management hub. A consultation paper from the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau proposes expanding capital gains tax exemptions to include overseas properties, carbon credits, private credit, and crypto, Reuters reported Thursday.  Those exemptions would apply to privately offered funds and eligible single-family office investment...

    NewsLaw and Order
    3 min read
    Sebastian Sinclair
  • Image created by Decrypt using AI

    AI-Powered Wearable Device Restores Natural Speech for Stroke Patients

    A new wearable device has been developed to enable stroke patients with dysarthria—a motor-speech disorder—to regain natural, fluent communication.  The “intelligent throat” system, created by an international team of researchers, combines advanced sensors and artificial intelligence (AI) to process silent speech and emotional cues in real time. The system integrates textile strain sensors, which detect vibrations from throat muscles, and carotid pulse signal monitors, with large language models...

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