Ethereum (ETH) is making a comeback after months of underperformance. At the time of writing on Friday, it remains above $2,500 after rising nearly 100% since the low in early April. The Pectra upgrade has seen rapid adoption, with over 11,000 EIP-7702 authorizations already processed in a week, indicating healthy adoption by wallets and Decentralized Applications (dApps). Is Ethereum's comeback real? The price of Ethereum remains above $2,500 on Friday after rising nearly 100% since the low in early April.
USD Coin (USDC) es una stablecoin supervisada por una entidad llamada el Consorcio Centre, que fue establecida por Coinbase y Circle. El objetivo de la stablecoin es mantener su valor para que cada 1 USDC valga $1 emitido en los Estados Unidos. USD Coin, que utiliza el símbolo de ticker USDC, es una stablecoin que se lanzó en 2018. Las stablecoins utilizan medidas subyacentes, como respaldo de activos, en busca de proporcionar un activo con un punto de precio específico y estable. Una stablecoin del dólar estadounidense (USD), por ejemplo, generalmente apunta a un precio de $1 por moneda o token.
Construido utilizando el marco de stablecoin de código abierto de Centre, se informa que USD Coin está respaldado por una combinación de dólares estadounidenses y obligaciones del gobierno de los Estados Unidos a corto plazo, con cada unidad de USDC supuestamente redimible por $1. Se dice que USDC funciona de acuerdo con las regulaciones. Grant Thornton, una firma de contabilidad independiente, verifica rutinariamente los fondos que respaldan USDC. $USDC
Ethereum Foundation launched security initiative to replace legacy systems
#EthereumSecurityInitiative The “Trillion Dollar Security Initiative” aims to address the problems of legacy systems and support Ethereum developers. The Ethereum Foundation has launched a security initiative aimed at supporting the broader adoption of on-chain technologies, according to an announcement on May 14. This effort is part of an ongoing push to strengthen Ethereum's role in programmable crypto-assets. Fredrik Svantes, head of protocol security research, and Josh Stark, from the management team of the Ethereum Foundation, will be the first co-chairs of the initiative. Three contributors from the Ethereum ecosystem —samczsun, Medhi Zerouali, and Zach Obront— will help guide the project.
Mastercard launches new stablecoin cards for millions of merchants
#MastercardStablecoinCards Mastercard has forged a partnership with MoonPay to strengthen its presence in the cryptocurrency payment sector. CryptoNews Logo
Friday, May 16, 2025 | block ₿: 896,979 ARS flag BTC 119,672,054.82 ARS -1.53% ETH 3,049,747.46 ARS 1.15%
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XRP traded at $2.40 on May 10, 2025, with a total market capitalization of $140.48 billion and a 24-hour trading volume of $3.654 billion. The cryptocurrency fluctuated within a daily intraday price range of $2.33 to $2.42, reflecting slight volatility despite the overall bullish tone. In the one-hour chart, XRP showed a short-term pullback from its recent high of $2.439 to a consolidation zone around $2.40. This minor correction appears to be driven by profit-taking rather than a fundamental shift in sentiment. The price remained fluctuating between $2.38 and $2.42, with a gradual decline in volume, a technical indicator of healthy consolidation. A break above $2.44, accompanied by an increase in volume, would indicate renewed momentum and a possible continuation of the uptrend.
Ethereum rises 22% and surpasses $2,200 The cryptocurrency market ignited on May 8, 2025, driven by a spectacular surge in Ethereum. In just a few hours, the asset rose 22% to exceed $2,200, triggering a strong reaction throughout the crypto ecosystem. This rapid rebound recalls the market's power of reaction and reignites speculation surrounding the second-largest cryptocurrency in the world.
Ethereum rises 22% and surpasses $2,200
The cryptocurrency market ignited on May 8, 2025, driven by a spectacular surge in Ethereum. In just a few hours, the asset rose 22% to exceed $2,200, triggering a strong reaction throughout the crypto ecosystem. This rapid rebound recalls the market's power of reaction and reignites speculation surrounding the second-largest cryptocurrency in the world.
Ethereum personified as a slender superhero. In summary Ethereum rises 22% in a single day, surpassing the barrier of $2,200 This bullish surge follows a major technical breakout, with the decisive crossing of resistance at $1,600. Meanwhile, the fundamentals of the Ethereum network show a clear revitalization, with a TVL that increased by 41% in a month. The Pectra update, deployed on May 7, could enhance scalability and support this dynamic. A 22% jump: a historic day May 8 was marked by the blazing rise of Ethereum. In 24 hours, the cryptocurrency experienced an increase of +22%, exceeding the symbolic barrier of $2,200. This spectacular momentum of ETH is part of a bullish sequence that began a few days earlier when the asset surpassed significant resistance at $1,600 on April 22. $ETH
Bitcoin reached $103,000, raising MARA's holdings to $5 billion The Bitcoin mining company, MARA Holdings (MARA), almost tripled its Bitcoin holdings in 12 months, according to its recently released first-quarter results.
However, its Bitcoin production decreased and total revenues were slightly below Wall Street estimates in the first quarter.
MARA, formerly known as Marathon Digital, saw its Bitcoin holdings
increase to 47,531 BTC, a 175% increase from the 17,320 BTC the company held at the end of the first quarter of 2024. $BTC
Bitcoin surpasses $100,000 for the first time since February
Bitcoin On Thursday, it reached its highest level since February, once again surpassing the key level of $100,000.
The price of the flagship cryptocurrency rose nearly 6% last time, to $101,679.85, according to Coin Metrics. The movement began overnight after President Donald Trump hinted at a trade announcement between the United States and the United Kingdom. Bitcoin continued to rise and reached $100,000 when Trump revealed the outlines of the agreement on Thursday morning. Stocks also rose.
"Bitcoin has not only reclaimed $100,000 for the first time in three months, but it has also reaffirmed its status as the most resilient asset as trade deal prospects with the United States improve," said Antoni Trenchev, co-founder of the cryptocurrency exchange Nexo. #BTCBackto100K
The demand for stablecoins is on the rise and the market capitalization will exceed 231 billion dollars by May 2025. Stripe, a global payment platform, has launched accounts based on stablecoins for customers in over 100 countries.
According to an announcement on May 7, the new feature will allow customers of the platform to "send, receive, and hold account balances in US dollar stablecoins, similar to how a traditional bank account works."
USD Coin (USDC) is one of the leading stablecoins or stable cryptocurrencies in the crypto market. It was created in 2018 and is currently under the direction of the Center consortium, a project made up of duly regulated organizations in the U.S. and Europe, such as Coinbase and Circle.
Its main feature is that its price is associated on a 1:1 basis with the U.S. dollar (1 USDC = 1 DOLLAR). This is achieved because it is backed by financial assets in the accounts of its creators (such as bonds, currencies, stocks, among others), so every USDC that is minted has its proper backing in an asset with an equivalent denomination of 1 dollar. Unlike most cryptocurrencies (like bitcoin or ether), USDC always maintains the same value (≈ US$ 1), and its volatility is almost non-existent, so it can be used as a hedge during periods of high market volatility.
USDC is an ERC-20 token that operates on the Ethereum network, the second
most important blockchain currently, so the details about its
issuance and circulating capital are available for public consultation on the network.
Center, the project responsible for USDC, constantly audits the reserves of its assets. In all cases, it is confirmed that 100% of the tokens are duly backed.
The companies responsible for Center are duly regulated and authorized to operate as issuers of the stablecoin
Bitcoin broke its consolidation and is approaching $100,000 again
According to Simon Peters, eToro analyst, bitcoin surpassed $98,000 after several days of consolidation and would look again towards the key level of $100,000. The market shows institutional accumulation and a neutral sentiment. The eToro analyst, Simon Peters, noted that bitcoin broke its consolidation and surpassed $98,000, pointing again to the $100,000 level with institutional support. He shared his analysis with Cointelegraph in Spanish through a statement.
Bitcoin surpasses $99,000 and aims for $100,000 after the Fed maintained interest rates.
Bitcoin has risen more than 2.6% in the last 24 hours, trading above $99,000 and close to $100,000. This increase is due to the Federal Reserve not lowering interest rates to 3.0%, as demanded by U.S. President Donald Trump. The Federal Reserve's decision to keep rates low reflects its concern about inflation and unemployment. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, noted that inflation has decreased but is still above the desired level of 2%. #BTCBreaks99K
In a world where the economy is constantly changing, Bitcoin remains a solid option for those looking to protect their money and generate long-term profits. With its increasing adoption and programmed scarcity, $BTC BTC has proven to be a valuable asset. Large investors are already including it in their portfolios, trusting in its continued growth. Although its price may fluctuate, the historical trend shows sustained growth. If you are looking to diversify your investment, Bitcoin is an excellent alternative. It is not just a digital currency; it is the financial future.
According to analysts, Bitcoin will follow an upward trend. •It is expected to close 2025 at $103,933, with a slight drop to $101,210 in July 2026, before recovering to $119,850 in December.
•In 2027, it would reach $192,699,
•in 2028 it would reach $278,871 in July, retreating to $229,713 by the end of the year.
•By 2030, a price between $448,017 and $513,896 is projected.
Price prediction for the Trump meme coin ($TRUMP) 2025-2030
On January 18, 2025, days before taking office as the 47th president of the United States, Donald Trump presented the Trump meme coin on his social media. He called it his 'Official Trump Meme Coin.' Many believe this is a deliberate attempt by the newly elected president to engage with the cryptocurrency community. According to the latest market figures, the Trump meme coin has a market capitalization of $7.9 billion and a diluted market capitalization of $39.5 billion. Its trading volume remains high at $25.97 billion, showing a volume-to-market capitalization ratio of 328.71%.
#MEMEAct WASHINGTON (TNND) — Senator Chris Murphy, a Connecticut Democrat, announced Tuesday that he had introduced the “Modern Emoluments and Embezzlement Enforcement Act,” or “MEME Act,” targeting federal officials who issue meme coins.
Meme coins are a form of cryptocurrency with ironic or humorous appeal due to their connection to internet memes. President Donald Trump launched his own meme coin shortly before his inauguration and is now offering holders the chance to meet him at a gala in Washington, D.C.
Senator Murphy said in a video posted via X that these coins sometimes allow government officials to secretly receive payments from those who do business with the federal government.
"The Trump meme coin is the most immoral and corrupt thing a president of the United States has ever done," the senator said. "This is an opportunity for Republicans and Democrats to come together and say that none of us—no member of the executive branch or Congress—should be able to profit from our office."
Is Bitcoin a Reliable Investment? A Comprehensive Analysis
Bitcoin, the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, has been an attractive investment asset since its creation in 2009. Its **blockchain** technology ensures secure and decentralized transactions, which has driven its global adoption. However, its volatility remains a key factor to consider. Advantages of Investing in Bitcoin •Decentralization: It does not rely on banks or governments, making it resistant to censorship. •Limited supply: Only 21 million BTC will ever exist, which may increase its value over time.
The FOMC Keeps Interest Rates: What’s Next for the Economy?
The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting of the **Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC)**, highlighting the persistence of inflation and economic uncertainty. Although markets were expecting clearer signals about a possible rate cut, the minutes of the meeting reflect a cautious stance from monetary policy makers. Analysts believe that the decision aims to balance economic growth with inflationary risks, at a time when economic data shows mixed signals. While some sectors demonstrate resilience, others are beginning to feel the impact of high financing costs.
U.S. Advances in Crypto Asset Regulation: New Bill Defines the Future of the Market
#USHouseMarketStructureDraft The cryptocurrency sector has been constantly evolving, and regulation has always been a point of debate. Now, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced a new bill that seeks to provide a clear framework for digital asset transactions, redefining decentralization and granting greater flexibility to retail investors. Major Changes in Regulation The new bill introduces specific definitions for digital assets, differentiating them from other financial instruments. Additionally, it proposes shared oversight between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which could improve regulatory clarity in the sector.