Franklin Templeton Launches Innovative Dual-Crypto ETF Combining Bitcoin and Ethereum
Franklin Templeton expands its digital asset offerings with EZPZ, a groundbreaking ETF providing exposure to both Bitcoin and Ethereum under one ticker. The competitively priced fund allocates 82% to Bitcoin and 18% to Ethereum, with Coinbase serving as custodian.
Chinese Programmer Burns $7M in Ethereum, Claims Mind Control Conspiracy
A Chinese programmer has burned and donated $7 million worth of Ethereum while leaving disturbing messages about alleged mind control technology on the blockchain. The individual accused executives at hedge fund Wizard Quant of using brain-computer weapons to control employees, raising concerns about their mental state.
Ethereum's Pectra Upgrade Set for April 2025, Fusaka Plans Take Shape
Ethereum developers have locked in April 8, 2025 for the Pectra upgrade launch, following comprehensive testing phases on multiple networks. The announcement comes amid discussions about the subsequent Fusaka upgrade timeline and organizational changes at the Ethereum Foundation.
ZkLend Offers 10% Bounty to Hacker Following $9.5M Protocol Exploit
DeFi lending protocol ZkLend suffered a $9.5 million security breach, prompting them to offer the hacker a 10% bounty for returning the stolen funds. The incident adds to the growing security concerns in crypto, with over $100 million already stolen from blockchain projects in early 2025.
Crypto Investment Products Hit $1.3B Weekly Inflows Despite Trump Trade Tensions
Digital asset investment products maintained strong momentum with $1.3B in weekly inflows, led by Ethereum's $793M, despite market uncertainty around Trump's tariff rhetoric. The surge marks the fifth consecutive week of positive flows, pushing 2024's total to $7.3B while US dominates regional investments.
Hong Kong Opens Immigration Path for Bitcoin and Ethereum Investors
Hong Kong now accepts Bitcoin and Ethereum as valid proof of assets for investment immigration, with at least two successful applicants already approved. The groundbreaking policy requires crypto holdings worth HK$30 million stored in cold wallets or established exchanges.
Bitcoin Dips Below $98K as Trump Administration Evaluates Digital Asset Reserve Strategy
Bitcoin retreats from $100K following US crypto czar David Sacks' announcement of ongoing evaluation of digital asset reserve options. While most altcoins decline, select tokens like TRUMP and Mantra show strength amid regulatory developments and new technological integrations.
Ethereum's Historic Gas Limit Increase: A New Era in Network Scaling
Ethereum has achieved a milestone by increasing its gas limit beyond 30 million for the first time since adopting proof-of-stake, enhancing transaction capacity through validator consensus. The upgrade coincides with upcoming improvements like Pectra, though the community remains divided on the pace of future scaling.
Trump's Trade Tariffs Trigger Crypto Market Plunge: Bitcoin and Ethereum See Sharp Declines
Cryptocurrency markets experienced a significant downturn after President Trump announced new import tariffs on multiple countries, with Bitcoin falling 4% to $95,800 and Ethereum dropping 17%. The announcement sparked fears of a global trade war, affecting both crypto and traditional markets with total crypto liquidations reaching $2.3 billion.
Ethereum Price Surge: Analysts Project $4,500 Target by Mid-March
Leading cryptocurrency analysts forecast Ethereum reaching $4,500 by mid-March, supported by technical indicators and institutional interest. BlackRock's recent acquisition of over 24,000 ETH and surging trading volumes signal growing market confidence despite January's price decline.