A record-breaking public sale, strategic acquisitions and ecosystem expansion mark Pump.fun’s rise, highlighting user-driven token distribution.
Bradley Peak
Bradley Peak is a DeFi and blockchain journalist, token economist, presenter, entrepreneur and Web3 adviser. He works closely with brands such as Cointelegraph, CoinsPaid, Symbiosis.finance and Sumsub to drive adoption in the Web3 space. Bradley holds an MPhil in Theoretical and Applied Linguistics from the University of Cambridge and a BA in Classics and Classical Languages from King’s College London. A self-taught fluent Russian speaker, he is frequently invited to both Russian- and English-language crypto podcasts, including Golos Singulyarnosti and Swapspace.
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How Pump.fun raised $500M in 12 minutes, and what it says about retail FOMO - How to
How to use ChatGPT Agent for crypto trading in 2025 ChatGPT Agents can assist with crypto trading in 2025 by automating research and analysis, while keeping users in control through built-in safety features.
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Can ChatGPT predict Bitcoin’s next move? While it’s not built for real-time calls, ChatGPT can still support smarter Bitcoin trading decisions when paired with the right data and well-crafted prompts.
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This trader turned $6.8K into $1.5M by using a high-risk strategy: Here’s how By deploying a bot on a perpetuals exchange, the trader scaled $6,800 into $1.5 million through maker rebates and microstructure precision.
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Owning a full Bitcoin in 2025 — just how rare is it? Fewer than 1 million people on Earth hold a full Bitcoin. That’s less than 0.02% of the global population and even fewer in crypto.
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XRP cloud mining in 2025: How much can you really earn? XRP cloud mining is possible in 2025, but approach with caution, as risks often outweigh the rewards.
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Who owns the most Bitcoin in 2025? The rich list revealed From exchanges and ETFs to sovereign treasuries and crypto billionaires, Bitcoin’s ownership map in 2025 reveals a mix of concentration and quiet decentralization.
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5 countries where crypto is (surprisingly) tax-free in 2025 Looking to live tax-free with crypto in 2025? These five countries, including the Cayman Islands, UAE and Germany, still offer legal, zero-tax treatment for cryptocurrencies.
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Metaplanet vs. Semler Scientific: The race to become Bitcoin’s biggest corporate whale Metaplanet and Semler Scientific are turning corporate balance sheets into Bitcoin battlegrounds, each racing to outstack the other in 2025.
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4 countries that let you buy citizenship or a golden visa with crypto Citizenship and residency via crypto are now possible in countries like Vanuatu, El Salvador and Portugal, with investment requirements ranging from $100,000 to $1 million.
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The Bitcoin treasury model is breaking, but Strategy’s isn’t. Here’s why As Bitcoin treasury bets stumble in 2025, Strategy thrives with disciplined capital, mNAV premiums and long-term focus.
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Circle wants to launch First National Digital Currency Bank: Here’s what it could offer By securing a national trust charter, USDC’s issuer, Circle, plans to directly manage its $62-bilion reserves.
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Can you earn passive income running a Lightning node? Running a Lightning Network node in 2025 can generate passive Bitcoin income, but success depends on capital, uptime and dynamic fee strategies.
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Germany’s top banks managing $4.5 trillion+ in assets are going crypto—Here’s what to watch Germany’s top banks, including Deutsche Bank and Sparkassen, are entering crypto with regulated trading and custody services by 2026.
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Which countries secretly own the most Bitcoin — beyond the US and China In 2025, governments hold over 463,000 BTC, with the US and China leading, while countries like Bhutan, Iran and the UK quietly build strategic reserves.
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How to use a crypto hardware wallet: A step-by-step guide You can set up and use a crypto hardware wallet in just a few steps. Learn how to get started, secure your keys and safely manage your assets.
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How to buy a home with a crypto-backed loan Discover platforms offering crypto-backed mortgages, allowing you to use digital assets like BTC and ETH to finance real estate purchases without selling your holdings.
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16 billion passwords leaked. Is it finally time for blockchain-based digital identity? More than 16 billion passwords were leaked in 2025, not from a single breach, but from years of silent malware infections.
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Tether made $5.2B in 2024: Here’s how stablecoins make money With rising rates and over $100 billion in reserves, Tether turned monetary policy into profit, and it’s not alone.
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Brazil’s 17.5% crypto tax: How the new rules hurt small investors most Brazil’s new 17.5% flat crypto tax replaces previous exemptions and now applies to all digital asset gains.
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Moody’s brings credit ratings onchain via Solana, explained Moody’s and Alphaledger’s pilot on Solana shows how traditional credit ratings can be embedded directly into tokenized bonds.
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Pi2Day could change Pi network forever: Here’s what to know before June 28 Pi2Day 2025 brings key user-friendly upgrades, from a new KYC sync button solving verification roadblocks to expanded wallet access and enhanced security features.
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Everyone laughed at these 10 gadgets. Now, they’re in every home From robotic pets and digital currencies to virtual reality, some of the biggest innovations were once considered failures.
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The $1,150 trademark that could change crypto: What’s hiding in JPMorgan’s JPMD filing? JPMD may be JPMorgan’s next digital currency. Here’s what the trademark filing reveals about stablecoins, deposit tokens and the GENIUS Act.
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Break Singapore’s new crypto rules and you could face $200K fine or jail Singapore is tightening its grip on crypto misconduct. Under new rules, unlicensed promotions or shady practices could lead to steep fines or prison time.
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$330K Bitcoin block win: How one solo miner outsmarted the odds Against 1 in 3,000 odds, a solo miner used a short burst of rented hash power to win a $330,000 Bitcoin block, proving that strategy can still beat scale in today’s mining landscape.
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How crypto experts find 100x coins before anyone else Trendspotting in crypto means more than luck. By using tools like Dune Analytics, Santiment and onchain data, you can uncover promising projects before the crowd catches on.
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Pi Network migration problems: Users report KYC, 2FA and balance errors As Pi Network prepares for its June 28 mainnet migration, several users are facing KYC failures and wallet errors, raising concerns about the platform’s readiness for open blockchain adoption.
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How Michael Saylor’s Strategy became the largest Bitcoin holder Michael Saylor turned a software company into a Bitcoin powerhouse by converting corporate reserves into digital gold.
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How to mine Bitcoin at home in 2025 Discover how to mine Bitcoin at home in 2025 using the latest ASIC hardware, optimized mining software, low-cost electricity setups and secure wallets to maximize efficiency and profitability.