A new report from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime has revealed a growing link between illegal gold mining in the Amazon Basin and cryptocurrency payments.
Alexander Zdravkov
Journalist
Alexander Zdravkov is a market analyst and crypto journalist with interests in economics, broader financial markets and digital assets. His journey into crypto began more than four years ago, driven by a fascination with the rapid evolution of blockchain technology and the transformative potential of decentralized finance. He began analyzing market cycles and identifying emerging trends before they reach the mainstream. He holds a degree in International Relations - a background that helped shape his broader perspective on global economics, geopolitics, and the interconnected nature of modern financial markets. Whether covering the latest developments in the crypto sector or exploring broader macroeconomic themes, Alexander focuses on giving readers context rather than simply repeating headlines. During his career, he has authored more than 5,000 articles covering cryptocurrencies, traditional finance, and global market developments. His work spans everything from Bitcoin and altcoins to macroeconomic trends influencing risk assets worldwide.
Latest articles by Alexander Zdravkov
The latest data on cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows suggests that institutional appetite for digital assets is stabilizing after a volatile start to the year.
The global cryptocurrency market showed modest strength in the latest session, with total market capitalization rising to approximately $2.43 trillion, marking a 2.39% increase over the past day.
On Wednesday, prosecutors from the Southern District of New York formally asked a judge to throw out SBF's latest bid for a new trial, calling his legal arguments "incoherent" and, in one pointed word choice, "fanciful."
Banking giant JPMorgan Chase is facing a proposed class-action lawsuit accusing the firm of helping process hundreds of millions of dollars tied to an alleged cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme.
New filings for unemployment benefits in the United States declined slightly last week, reinforcing the picture of a labor market that remains historically tight even as economic uncertainty persists.
Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana funds collectively attract positive flows for the first time in three sessions, even as prices remain under pressure and the Fear & Greed Index sits deep in fear territory.
Wells Fargo has quietly moved to stake its claim in the digital dollar race. On March 9, the bank submitted a trademark application to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for "WFUSD" - a name that, by most analyst readings, telegraphs the development of a proprietary stablecoin or deposit token backed by the U.S. dollar.
Fintech giant Revolut has officially become a fully licensed bank in the United Kingdom, marking a major milestone in its expansion into traditional financial services.
The European Central Bank’s Eurosystem has unveiled Appia, a strategic initiative designed to support the development of a European tokenized financial ecosystem while maintaining central bank money at the core of the system.
U.S. inflation remained stable in February as consumer prices increased modestly, reinforcing expectations that price pressures continue to cool gradually.
Washington's attempt to build a regulatory framework for crypto is grinding to a halt - and the reason comes down to one word: rewards.
