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ByMarket DeskOctober 11, 2025October 11, 2025

A Trial Balloon for Clemency: What the CZ Pardon Rumor Really Signals About Washington and Crypto Legitimacy

Rumors of a presidential pardon for Binance founder CZ may never materialize — but they raise a deeper question. Is Washington preparing to reabsorb crypto into legitimacy, or testing how far power can bend?

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ByMarket DeskOctober 10, 2025October 10, 2025

Polymarket’s Comeback: How Prediction Markets Won a Second Chance in the U.S.

Polymarket’s return to the U.S. is a case study in how regulators adapt when innovation can’t be ignored. Here’s how prediction markets went from banned to legitimized — and why it matters.

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ByMarket DeskOctober 8, 2025October 8, 2025

Dubai’s Crypto Crackdown: VARA’s Latest Enforcement Sends a Message

Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) has fined 19 unlicensed crypto and Web3 firms, marking its strongest enforcement to date. The crackdown highlights rising compliance costs and raises questions over Dubai’s role as a true innovation hub or a tightly controlled marketplace.

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ByMarket DeskOctober 7, 2025October 7, 2025

Gold Nears $4,000: What It Means for Bitcoin’s Next Move

Gold is pressing against the $4,000 mark, a level that just a few years ago felt almost unthinkable. The metal’s run higher is being...

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ByMarket DeskOctober 6, 2025October 6, 2025

Zcash’s Comeback: Why the Privacy Coin Is Back on Everyone’s Radar

After years of relative quiet, Zcash (ZEC) is suddenly in the spotlight again. A sharp price rally, new privacy-first features from the Zashi wallet,...

Investigative

ByMarket DeskOctober 4, 2025October 4, 2025

Street Name Registration: The Hidden Marker of Who Really Owns Your Assets

Most investors don’t own their stocks directly. Street name puts assets in brokers’ hands, while bearer bonds once gave total anonymity. Both extremes carry risks — and both mirror today’s crypto custody debate.

Opinion

ByMarket DeskOctober 3, 2025October 2, 2025

Currency Diversification: Building Stronger Portfolios in a Crypto-Driven World

In a crypto-driven economy, currency diversification is no longer optional—it’s essential. Explore how blending traditional assets with digital tokens builds resilience, reduces risk, and strengthens global portfolios.

Opinion

ByMarket DeskOctober 1, 2025September 30, 2025

Banks vs. Stablecoin “Rewards”: Are We Relitigating the GENIUS Act?

After Congress banned issuer-paid interest on stablecoins in the GENIUS Act, a fresh fight erupted over exchange “rewards.” Bank lobbies say rewards are interest in disguise and want them shut down. Crypto argues they’re lawful promotions that keep innovation onshore. The outcome will shape U.S. digital money for a decade.

Opinion

ByMarket DeskSeptember 29, 2025September 29, 2025

TGEs: Launchpads or Death Traps for New Blockchains?

Once seen as rocket fuel for blockchain innovation, Token Generation Events (TGEs) are now under fire. Inflated valuations, thin liquidity, and early exits by founders are fueling the perception that TGEs aren’t the beginning of growth — but the trigger of decline. Can blockchain survive its own favorite launch mechanism?

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ByMarket DeskSeptember 28, 2025September 29, 2025

Feds Seize $3.4B in Stolen Bitcoin Hidden in Cheetos Tin: Man Sentenced to Prison

A Cheetos Popcorn tin stuffed with private keys led federal authorities to one of the largest Bitcoin seizures in history — $3.4 billion worth. The bizarre hiding spot ended with prison time for its owner and underscored how blockchain forensics is reshaping the fight against cybercrime.