Crypto & Blockchain

Crypto markets are entering a new phase shaped by regulation, institutional capital, and real world financial adoption. InvestorPlace analysts examine major crypto trends, blockchain innovation, and market cycles to explain where digital assets are headed and what forces are driving the next wave of change.

Ripple IPO? Mega-XRP Shareholder Says Crypto Company Plans to Go Public

Ripple (XRP-USD) may still be planning for an IPO even as the cryptocurrency company deals with an ongoing lawsuit from the SEC.

Social Tokens: Get Ready for the Next Massive Crypto Trend

Cryptocurrency isn't going anywhere soon with the next biggest craze after NFTs being social tokens that influencers can use.

Creatd OG Gallery News: 12 Things to Know About CRTD Stock and Its New NFT Art Gallery

Creatd (CRTD) news for Thursday includes the company launching a new NFT art gallery called OG Gallery that is launching soon.

Polygon Predictions: What Crypto Investors Can Expect From MATIC and the Ethereum Scaling Solution

Polygon is set to be a major player in the Ethereum (ETH-USD) scaling business if recent predictions turn out to be true.

What Will the Stock Market Do Today? 3 Big Stories to Watch.

So what will the stock market do today? All eyes are on rising Ethereum prices and on NIO stock ahead of its Q1 earnings report.

Recent Developments Highlight the Promise and Peril of Cardano

Two pieces of news highlight both the potential of Cardano, and just how difficult it may be to recognize that potential.

Has Bitcoin Passed the Point of No Return for Widespread Adoption?

The "store of value" argument for Bitcoin means the cryptocurrency is all about confidence. That confidence may be here for good.

This Dip in Bitcoin Is Your Chance to Open a Small Position in Crypto

In short, Bitcoin remains a gamble. But, even with talk of regulation sparking a crash, a cautious position in this high-quality crypto, following its recent pullback, is still worth the risk.

Halving Holo Crypto Could Be a Contrarian Buy Signal for Bold Investor

A patent approval caused the Holo crypto price to spike, but then it dropped. However, this presents an interesting buying opportunity for the Holochain token.

Alchemy Crypto: 9 Things to Know About the Startup Hoping to Be the AWS of Blockchain

Crypto startup Alchemy is providing the underlying support to the NFT market that enables billions in transactions. Now, investors want in.

If You Must Invest in a Cryptocurrency, Choose Ethereum

Since Ethereum is useful and doesn't threaten big banks and government, it is the best cryptocurrency in which to invest.

3 Crypto Trends the Winklevoss Twins Are Betting On

The Winklevoss twins are influential voices in the crypto world. Here’s a look at three trends the brothers are betting big bucks on.

MARA Stock: Why Red-Hot Marathon Digital Gained 10% Today

Here are some of the catalysts driving some serious outperformance in MARA stock currently, as shares rise double-digits today.

Dogecoin May Remain Popular, but Don’t Buy the Pullback

Yet, if you aren't looking to bet on investor psychology, and just want exposure to crypto? Continue sticking with Bitcoin and Ethereum, and pass on Dogecoin.

Ethereum Is a Much Better Long-Term Crypto Investment Than Bitcoin

Ethereum is a much better long-term crypto investment than Bitcoin. Ethereum will catch up to Bitcoin sometime within the next six years if past performance continues.

Prepare for the ‘Flippening’ as Ethereum Challenges Bitcoin’s Dominance

For years, Ethereum has been viewed as a runner-up to Bitcoin. Don't be surprised, however, if there's a major shakeup in the near future.

Van Eck Bitcoin ETF News: What We Know About the SEC’s New Timeline

Van Eck Bitcoin ETF isn't ready to start trading yet and it looks like investors will have to wait longer for the SEC to reach a decision.

Is Cardano Founder Charles Hoskinson About to Get Even Wealthier?

Cardano is up 650% year-to-date. That’s made founder Charles Hoskinson very wealthy. Will he get even wealthier over the remainder of 2021?

How Elon Musk Distorts Scrutiny With Bitcoin

Some Bitcoin bulls think Tesla's Bitcoin stake means Elon Musk is a Bitcoin bull. In reality, Musk is simply using Bitcoin to promote Tesla.