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XRP has jumped 15% this week, riding the wave of a market bounce after the bearish end to Q4. Is this just the beginning of a larger rally for XRP, or will it be a short-lived bounce? The market is bouncing back. Just a week into the new year, many coins are recovering ground lost during the post-FOMC meltdown. Ripple [XRP] is no exception, surging 15% to hit $2.40 – a crucial resistance point. During the “Trump pump” frenzy, Ripple’s breakout against Bitcoin [BTC] (XRP/BTC pair) was a clear signal of capital rotation, as investors shifted focus and diversified their…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Bitcoin is capturing global attention as its price surges toward the monumental $100,000 mark, a level that holds psychological and technical significance in the cryptocurrency market. This move is backed by strong market support and rising optimism among institutional and retail investors. The current uptrend showcases Bitcoin’s resilience as key support levels have successfully absorbed selling pressure, paving the way for sustained bullish momentum. Analysts suggest that the ongoing rally could redefine market dynamics, potentially attracting a new wave of capital and solidifying BTC’s dominance in the crypto space. Approaching this critical benchmark,…

How Blockchain Improves Playing video gamesBlockchain-based gaming is based on decentralized networks that guarantee security and transparency. Blockchain games provide players actual ownership, in contrast to traditional games where developers retain control. This frequently takes the shape of NFTs, which highlight unique elements in the games. Players can purchase, sell, or trade these goods, establishing a player-driven gaming economy.Crypto games also enable fair reward systems. Blockchain verifies transactions, ensuring players are compensated for their efforts without manipulation. Additionally, developers can integrate cryptocurrency rewards, making the games financially rewarding for players.Popular Play-to-Earn Features in 2025The play-to-earn model continues to attract diverse…

Ending the year on a high note, December’s sales of non-fungible tokens climbed to $877 million, making it the second-best month in 2024. Blockchain-based digital collectibles had a strong December, with $877 million in sales, making it the second-best month of 2024. This boost wrapped up a wild year for the NFT market, which saw a sharp recovery in the last quarter. CryptoSlam data shows that NFT sales for 2024 finished at $8.83 billion, surpassing 2023 by over $100 million. While the 1.1% growth might not seem huge, it highlights the market’s ability to bounce back after months of falling…

Pixelport, an NFT super app, has launched its incentivized testnet to show how easy it can be to manage NFTs across different blockchains in a market expected to reach $13.6 billion by 2027. By integrating Analog’s Generic Message Passing (GMP) protocol, Pixelport aims to help creators, developers, and early adopters explore cross-chain minting and fractional ownership. The testnet is now open for anyone interested in trying out Pixelport’s features. Participants can use the platform to create and transfer NFTs on multiple networks, all while discovering how these assets can evolve into more than just collectibles. Pixelport believes NFTs extend beyond…

The cryptocurrency market, often perceived as a hedge against traditional economic instability, is closely tied to macroeconomic indicators and policy decisions. This week, key US economic data—including the S&P Global Services PMI, JOLTS job openings, and unemployment rates—will play a crucial role in shaping investor sentiment. The implications for the crypto market are far-reaching, especially as these indicators provide signals on the Federal Reserve’s next moves regarding monetary policy. S&P Global Services PMI and its ripple effect on crypto The S&P Global US Services PMI, a key indicator of economic health, is scheduled for release today. Covering industries such as…

Real Vision CEO and former Goldman Sachs executive Raoul Pal says one Solana (SOL) rival is about to enter “hyperspace” after cracking a critical resistance. Pal tells his 1.1 million followers on the social media platform X that layer one blockchain Sui (SUI) is set for breakout rallies after shattering through its all-time high near the $5 level. “SUI pressing its nose against the ceiling… after this, it should go into hyperspace.” Source: Raoul Pal/X Since Pal’s post, SUI has rallied and is trading at $5.28 at time of writing. Looking at Solana, the investor says he’s also bullish on…

The cryptocurrency market constantly shifts and occasionally presents new opportunities for investors that are better than those of more well-known altcoins. Long a blockchain favorite, Solana (SOL) trades at $191.18 as of writing. However, its most recent performance has been subpar and cannot beat its all-time high (ATH) of $260.  Priced at $0.175 during its presale, Rexas Finance (RXS) has surged 485% in the past two months, positioning itself as a better altcoin to SOL. For investors trying to boost returns, it thus offers a better investment substitute. Solana’s sluggish growth vs. RXS’s rapid ascent Solana is a high-performance blockchain,…

Este artículo también está disponible en español. XRP, the cryptocurrency behind Ripple, has been a hot topic lately, with analysts predicting a possible price increase to $11. However, before this can happen, XRP has to face a significant challenge: a short-term price correction. Despite the positive long-term view, the asset is expected to face a pullback before any meaningful rally can take place. Resistance at $2.73 is currently the key level XRP must overcome for further price movement. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez sees this resistance as crucial for the maintenance of a bullish trend of XRP. Related Reading The Critical…

The DAO soft-fork attempt was difficult. Not only did it turn out that we underestimated the side effects on the consensus protocol (i.e. DoS vulnerability), but we also managed to introduce a data race into the rushed implementation that was a ticking time bomb. It was not ideal, and even though averted at the last instance, the fast approaching hard-fork deadline looked eerily bleak to say the least. We needed a new strategy… The stepping stone towards this was an idea borrowed from Google (courtesy of Nick Johnson): writing up a detailed postmortem of the event, aiming to assess the root causes of the issue, focusing solely on…