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Solana faces slowdown in block production, network restarted
25.2.2023
The issue is linked to the recent network upgrade from 1.13 to 1.14, which slowed block finalization
Crypto Was Singapore's Top Area of Fintech Investment in 2022 Despite Global Slowdown: KPMG
16.2.2023
Crypto or Blockchain was the top area of fintech investment in Singapore for the year 2022 despite the global slowdown in the space, according to KPMG despite the finding of a key trend that investors are shifting to non-crypto blockchain-based solutions
World Bank Report Forecasts Bleak Global Economic Outlook, Citing ‘Adverse Developments’ and ‘Long-Lasting Slowdown’
11.1.2023
On Jan. 10, 2023, the World Bank published its Global Economic Prospects report, stating that the outlook for the global economy and future economic conditions is bleak. According to the report, 2023 growth forecasts have been cut across the board, with the global economy projected to grow by 1.7%...
Uncertainty Surrounds Federal Reserve’s Future Plans for Rate Hikes
9.1.2023
The U.S. Federal Reserve has raised the benchmark bank rate seven times during the course of 2022, leading many to question when the central bank will cease or change course. The Fed has stated that it aims to bring inflation down to the 2% target, and the increases to the federal funds rate...
IMF Warns of Tough Year Ahead for World Economy Citing Slowdown in US, EU, China
2.1.2023
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that 2023 will be a tougher year for most of the world economy because the U.S., EU, and Chinese economies are all slowing down simultaneously. “We expect one-third of the world economy to be in recession … Even countries that are not...
Gate.io experiences slowdown in deposits and withdrawals due to node maintenance
18.12.2022
In a statement, the crypto exchange said that users' funds are safe and transactions are still being processed
As Bitcoin, Stocks Cheer US Inflation Slowdown, One Macro Expert Calls for Caution
14.12.2022
Slower inflation often portends a decline in corporate profitability, which is yet to be priced in by risk assets, Steno Research's Andreas Steno Larsen said
US Added 261K Jobs in October, Topping Expectations for 200K
4.11.2022
Crypto Ad Spending Slowdown Contributes to Google’s Soft Quarter
26.10.2022
Google's management team highlighted economic uncertainty which contributed to a slowdown in advertising spending
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: ETH Lower, as USD Gains Following Strong Q3 Earnings
19.10.2022
Ethereum was back below the $1,300 level on Wednesday, as the U.S. dollar rose following better than expected quarterly earnings. So far this earnings season, Netflix, Bank of America, and others have outperformed expectations, highlighting what some view as the resilience of the U.S. economy...
Latest CPI Data Shows Red-Hot Inflation Continues to Thrive in the US, Consumer Prices Jumped 8.2% in September
13.10.2022
The latest inflation data from the United States indicates that consumer prices have kept climbing despite expectations of a slowdown. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) summary published on Thursday shows an 8.2% rise in the year through September, and the core index rating saw the fastest yearly...
Bitcoin, Ethereum Technical Analysis: BTC Falls as Global Economic Slowdown Heightens
23.9.2022
Bitcoin was back in the red during Friday’s session, as the token was once again trading below $19,000. The recent decline comes as the global economic slowdown has become more apparent. This week, both the Bank of England and United States Federal Reserve have moved to increase interest...
Crypto Investment Slowdown Will Continue Rest of 2022, KPMG Predicts
6.9.2022
Investors are expected to move away from NFTs and toward blockchain infrastructure projects, according to a new report from the global audit and consulting firm
Alphabet, Microsoft and Now Meta Release Disappointing Quarterly Earnings
28.7.2022
Meta joined Alphabet and Microsoft in releasing disappointing quarterly financials, following the company’s Q2 earnings call. In a week of a disappointment for mega-cap stocks, the trio has all missed revenue and earnings expectations, with Meta seeing its first quarterly sales decline ever...
IMF global outlook suggests dark clouds ahead for crypto
27.7.2022
The IMF has forecast economic growth to slow from 6.1% last year to 3.2% in 2022, which some believe will have negative consequences for crypto
First Mover Asia: DeFi’s Resilience During the Market Slowdown; Bitcoin Slumps Near $20K
23.6.2022
DeFi is resilient in the current crypto crash; bitcoin and other cryptos sink in Wednesday trading
World Bank Warns of Global Recession, Stagflation — ‘This Is the Sharpest Slowdown in 80 Years’
9.6.2022
The World Bank has warned of a possible global recession. “For many countries, recession will be hard to avoid,” said World Bank President David Malpass. “This is the sharpest slowdown in 80 years.” World Bank on Global Recession, Stagflation The World Bank warned about...
Crypto Exchange Coinbase Slows Hiring Amid Market Downturn
19.5.2022
Leading U.S. crypto exchange Coinbase is slowing hiring, citing the current down cycle in the market as a reason to rethink its staffing strategy. The company’s management believes the move will allow the trading platform to match its hiring needs with its business goals. Coinbase...
Bitcoin ATM installation slowdown continues for 4th month in 2022
2.5.2022
The evident reduction in the installations of crypto ATMs could result from the regulators' hesitance to adopt the Bitcoin ecosystem
Market Wrap: Cryptos Mixed Amid NFT Slowdown, Meme Coin Surge
15.4.2022
During a shortened week in traditional markets, with U.S. stock exchanges closed on Friday, bitcoin struggled for direction, hovering around $40K, while DOGE and SHIB experienced wild swings