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Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.
Beginners GuideHow to Launch a Successful ICO: A Step-by-Step Guide
Say you’ve got a game-changing blockchain idea that could revolutionize the industry. It’s fresh, it’s exciting, and it could be the next big thing. But there’s one catch—how do you turn it into reality? What you need is funding. That’s where an Initial Coin Offering (ICO) comes in. But launching an ICO isn’t as simple …
Qadir AK·11 Jan 20256 min
Top 5 Altcoins to Watch in 2025: Scaramucci’s Crypto Investment Strategy
In a recent video podcast with Altcoin Daily, Anthony Scaramucci, a renowned crypto investor and analyst, delved into his top altcoin picks for 2025 and shared strategies for navigating the volatile cryptocurrency market. Despite the market crash and Bitcoin dropping to the $92K level, he has highlighted the potential for Bitcoin to reach unprecedented heights, …
Qadir AK·10 Jan 20253 min
NewsPortugal Bank Blocks Crypto Transfers: Is This the Start of Stricter Rules?
Portugal’s largest bank Banco de Investimentos Globais (BiG) has recently taken the step of blocking fiat transfers to cryptocurrency platforms, citing compliance with new European Union regulations. This marks a significant shift for Portugal, once regarded as a haven for crypto enthusiasts. Why BiG Took This Step BiG’s decision comes as European authorities, like the …
Qadir AK·9 Jan 20252 min
Ripple CEO Meets Donald Trump: A Major Announcement Looming for XRP?
Ripple CEO has confirmed a significant meeting with former U.S. President held at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort. Accompanied by Ripple’s Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty, the dinner highlights Ripple’s expanding influence amidst the changing regulatory environment in the US, sparking optimism for the crypto market in 2025. With plans to slay 2025 with IPO and stablecoin …
Qadir AK·8 Jan 20255 min
XRP Price Analysis: Can Ripple Hit $500 Billion Market Cap in 2025?
Bitcoin (BTC) has made history, soaring past $100,000 for the first time in 2025. Riding on the wave, Ripple-backed XRP has surged nearly 20% over the past week, trading at around $2.44 during the early European session on Tuesday, January 7. This rally has pushed XRP’s fully diluted valuation to $244 billion, with a 24-hour …
Qadir AK·7 Jan 20252 min
Michael Barr to Step Down as Fed Vice Chair for Supervision
Michael Barr, the Federal Reserve’s Vice Chair for Supervision, will resign on February 28 or earlier if a successor is confirmed. Barr cited concerns about potential disputes with the incoming Trump administration as a reason for stepping down, though he will remain a Fed governor. Known for his influence on banking and crypto regulation, Barr …
Qadir AK·7 Jan 20251 min
Microstrategy Purchased 1,070 BTC for $101 Million
MicroStrategy has acquired 1,070 BTC for ~$101 million at ~$94,004 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 48.0% in Q4 2024 and 74.3% in FY 2024. As of 01/05/2025. The company holds 447,470 $BTC acquired for ~$27.97 billion at ~$62,503 per bitcoin. Companys’s Bitcoin Buying Strategy Under the leadership of co-founder has consistently added …
Qadir AK·6 Jan 20254 min
When Will Trump Announce a Bitcoin Reserve? Experts Weigh In
Bitcoin’s recent price surge has sparked fresh speculation, with many focusing on upcoming events like the FOMC meeting and the CPI report this month. As the market remains uncertain, all eyes are on the potential announcement of a U.S. Bitcoin Reserve. However, macro expert Luke Gromen advises President-elect to hold off on announcing such a …
Qadir AK·6 Jan 20254 min
Top 3 Reasons Why Crypto Markets Will Explode in 2025
The cryptocurrency sector is expected to thrive in 2025, with key drivers like tokenization, AI, Bitcoin adoption, and corporate mergers taking the lead. Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley has openly supported the idea of a ‘crypto growth’ year in a series of posts on X. Here’s what you should know. Tokenisation of Smaller Businesses Horsley explained …
Qadir AK·6 Jan 20252 min