Donald Trump's surprise announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel has caused a real earthquake in the energy markets. Oil prices plunged by more than 5%, while global stock markets soared. Is this geopolitical calm sustainable?
Japan is wielding its fiscal sword: crypto ETFs on the horizon, lower taxes... and investor samurais soon converted to Bitcoin? In Tokyo, traditional finance shakes under its kimono.
Despite a decline in profits, companies in the CAC 40 are increasingly attentive to their shareholders. In 2024, they maintain record payouts, contrary to traditional economic signals. In an environment marked by sluggish growth, rising inflation, and unstable markets, this strategy raises questions. Is it a sign of strength or a risky bet? While shareholder profitability remains a priority, the gap between distributed profits and actual performance raises doubts about the sustainability of this model.
Against the backdrop of years of regulatory ambiguity, Washington seems to want to take control of the crypto ecosystem. On June 18, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell surprised many by clearly supporting two landmark bills on stablecoins and the crypto market. In a changing political climate in the United States, this stance marks a potential turning point for the industry, which has long awaited a solid and predictable legal framework.
As the lines between traditional finance and blockchain become increasingly blurred, Mastercard and Chainlink are crossing a decisive threshold. In a partnership announced this Tuesday, they unveil a fiat-to-crypto conversion solution directly on-chain, designed for Mastercard cardholders. This initiative, far from being anecdotal, redefines access to cryptocurrencies and lays the groundwork for a new era of hybrid payments between traditional finance and Web3.
In the unpredictable world of cryptos, sometimes all it takes is a single catalyst to thrust a project into the spotlight. This week, it's Sei (SEI), a still discreet altcoin, that surged by 47% in just 24 hours. What sparked this rise? An unexpected announcement from Wyoming, which is considering leveraging the Sei blockchain to launch its state-backed stablecoin. A major turning point that could make Sei one of the crypto revelations of 2025.
The investment giant BlackRock surprised the crypto market by resuming its massive purchases of Ethereum, just 24 hours after making a spectacular sale of over 8,000 ETH. Why this sudden turnaround?
Bitcoin is gaining altitude, energized by the ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel. A new high is in sight.
While Bitcoin struts its stuff, Ethereum is digging its furrow. Discreet but robust ETFs, stealthy rebalances, rock-bottom fees... what if the little brother became the darling of the big wallets?
Michael Saylor's company, Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), could soon be included in the prestigious S&P 500 index. According to analyst Jeff Walton, it has a 91% chance of achieving this within the next 5 days. However, a crucial condition must be met: Bitcoin must remain above a critical threshold.