Summary
Block Tao - TradingKey financial editor, holds professional certificates in futures, gold, securities industry and publishing research reports.
Areas of Expertise
With 8 years of experience in the cryptocurrency industry, he specialise in analysing the fundamentals and price trends of cryptocurrencies.
Experience
Since 2023, he has worked as a financial editor at TradingKey, writing in-depth analysis on cryptocurrencies, commodities, and more. He previously worked at several well-known Web 3.0 institutions.
Total 1028 articles
Circle Slides Nearly 2% in Pre-Market — $1.4B Sell-Off Raises Investor Concerns
On Friday, August 15, stablecoin giant Circle (NYSE: CRCL) continued its downward trend in pre-market trading, falling 1.77% to $136.76. Since peaking in late June, Circle’s stock has retraced sharply, with a maximum drawdown of 54% from its all-time high.
Fri, Aug 15
SEC Chair Unveils ProjectCrypto — Which Blockchain Sectors Could Benefit Most?
On Friday, August 15 at 11:00 a.m. ET, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins delivered a major policy speech outlining the agency’s new initiative: ProjectCrypto.
Fri, Aug 15
U.S. July PPI Surprises to the Upside — Crypto Rally Stalls as Rate Cut Doubts Emerge
With rate cut expectations now in flux, crypto assets may struggle to regain momentum. Analysts warn that Bitcoin could retest the $110,000 support zone, which held firm during early August despite heavy selling pressure.
Fri, Aug 15
Ethereum Inches Within $100 of All-Time High — Standard Chartered Raises Year-End Target to $7,500
Standard Chartered Bank has revised its year-end ETH price target from $4,000 to $7,500.
Thu, Aug 14
[Crypto IPO] Bullish Surges Then Slumps on IPO Debut — Cathie Wood Buys 2.5M Shares, Faces Potential Losses
With a diversified product suite, high-value crypto reserves, and backing from top-tier investors, Bullish could attract significant market interest and potentially outperform Circle in post-IPO performance.
Thu, Aug 14
Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High — Which Crypto Stocks Stand to Benefit Most?
This milestone places Bitcoin as the fifth-largest asset globally, trailing only gold (XAUUSD), Nvidia (NVDA), Microsoft (MSFT), and Apple (AAPL).
Thu, Aug 14
What Is a 401(k), and What Does Trump’s Crypto Retirement Policy Really Mean?
A 401(k) is the most widely used retirement savings plan in the U.S., governed by Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. It allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary into a tax-advantaged account, typically invested in traditional assets like stocks and bonds.
Wed, Aug 13
Ethereum Nears All-Time High — Are Bears Preparing for a Major Sell-Off?
On Wednesday, August 13, Ethereum (ETH) extended its rally, surging more than 8% in the past 24 hours to reach a high of $4,682, its strongest level since November 2021.
Wed, Aug 13
Intel Rallies Over 3% in Pre-Market — Is It Following Nvidia and AMD in Revenue-Sharing Talks with Trump?
On Tuesday, August 12, Intel Corporation (NASDAQ: INTC) extended its recent gains, rising 3.24% in pre-market trading to $21.35. This follows a 5% intraday surge on Monday, with the stock closing up 3.66%, driven by speculation surrounding a potential revenue-sharing agreement with the Trump admini
Tue, Aug 12
U.S. July CPI Report Looms — Will Bitcoin Hit a New High or Face a Pullback
On Tuesday, August 12, Bitcoin (BTC) failed to extend its recent rally, falling below the $120,000 mark. Over the past 24 hours, BTC dropped more than 2%, currently trading at $118,985, as investors brace for key macroeconomic data.
Tue, Aug 12
Bakkt’s Mixed Earnings Spark Debate Over Its Crypto Pivot
On Monday, August 11, digital asset platform Bakkt Holdings (NYSE: BKKT) reported mixed Q2 earnings, triggering a sharp sell-off in its stock.
Tue, Aug 12
Block Set to Launch Bitcoin Mining Chip — Ark Invest Makes Aggressive Stock Buyback
Less than a month after trimming its position, Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest has made a surprising move: purchasing $19.2 million worth of Block (NYSE: XYZ) shares. The buyback comes amid growing speculation around Block’s upcoming product launch and signals renewed confidence in the company’s crypto st
Tue, Aug 12
BitMine Scoops Up Over 300,000 ETH in One Week — Stock Soars 10% in Pre-Market Trading
BitMine is now the third-largest crypto treasury globally, trailing only MicroStrategy and MARA Blockchain, and ranks as the 25th most liquid U.S. stock, trading an average of $2.2 billion per day.
Mon, Aug 11
Stablecoins Hit All-Time High — What Does It Really Mean for the Crypto Market?
On Monday, August 11, the global stablecoin market reached a new milestone, with total capitalization climbing to $281.3 billion, according to CoinMarketCap. This marks the highest level in history and signals renewed momentum across digital asset markets.
Mon, Aug 11
Ethereum Hits 3-Year High — ETH-Linked Stocks Surge in U.S. Pre-Market Trading
On Monday, August 11, Ethereum (ETH) rallied to its highest level since December 2022, sparking a wave of gains across ETH-related equities in U.S. pre-market trading.
Mon, Aug 11
Bitcoin Surges Toward All-Time High — Economists Warn of a New Tech Bubble
The surge has prompted warnings from economists like Henrik Zeberi, who claims Bitcoin’s correlation with the Nasdaq suggests we’re entering “Tech Bubble 2.0.” He argues that speculative excess and macro distortions are inflating asset prices beyond fundamentals.
Mon, Aug 11
Ripple vs. SEC Lawsuit Officially Ends — XRP Spot ETF Approval Odds Surge to 88%
On Friday, August 8, Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) officially ended their multi-year legal battle, jointly filing to dismiss appeals in the Second Circuit Court.
Fri, Aug 8
Ethereum Nears $4,000 — Institutional vs. Retail Tug-of-War Intensifies
On Friday, August 8, Ethereum (ETH) surged over 7% in 24 hours, briefly touching $3,968 before settling around $3,911, driven by a wave of bullish catalysts including President Trump’s executive order allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest in crypto assets.
Fri, Aug 8
Trump Opens 401(k) Access to Crypto — Altcoins May Benefit Most in the Short Term
On Friday, August 8, the crypto market surged nearly 4%, adding over $150 billion in net inflows after President Donald Trump signed an executive order allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest in cryptocurrencies and other alternative assets.
Fri, Aug 8
World’s First RWA Registration Platform Launches in Hong Kong — Outpaces U.S. Yet Again
On Thursday, August 7, Hong Kong officially launched the world’s first Real World Asset (RWA) registration platform, marking a major milestone in the convergence of traditional finance and blockchain innovation.
Thu, Aug 7
