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Murtuza is a seasoned finance journalist with extensive experience covering cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. He has contributed to Benzinga and Cointelegraph, among other publications, reporting on emerging trends, the regulatory landscape, and more. Find him at @murtuza_merc on Twitter and mmerchant001 on Telegram.
Disclosure: Murtuza holds ATOM, AKT, TIA, INJ, and OSMO.
Trust Wallet Launches Compensation Program After Chrome Extension Hack Drains $7M
Trust Wallet has begun reimbursing victims of a security breach in its Chrome browser extension after attackers stole roughly $7 million in crypto. The company says all verified losses will be covered and has released details on how the incident occurred.
Murtuza Merchant2 hours ago
Why JPMorgan Is Cutting Off Stablecoin Neobanks In Latin America Despite Crypto-Friendly Messaging
JPMorgan has frozen accounts belonging to two fast-growing stablecoin neobanks operating in Latin America, citing risk concerns tied to their jurisdictions. The move raises fresh questions about how traditional banks handle crypto payment platforms serving high-risk markets.
Murtuza Merchant2 hours ago
Bitcoin Breaks Downtrend, Rare Market Signals Hint At Multi-Week Rally
Bitcoin may be bottoming as 10x Research highlights a break in its multi-month downtrend, collapsing volatility, and seller exhaustion, signals that historically precede sustained recoveries.
Murtuza MerchantDec 26, 2025
Gold Breaks $4,500, Silver Tops $76: Analysts Say Market Signals 'Not Normal'
Gold and silver prices are soaring to unprecedented levels, prompting analysts to warn of financial system strain and rising recession risks.
Murtuza MerchantDec 26, 2025
AI Threats Push Governments Toward Blockchain Infrastructure In 2026, Experts Warn
The escalating power of artificial intelligence and emerging quantum capabilities is poised to reshape global security, regulation and market design in 2026.
Murtuza MerchantDec 24, 2025
UK Risks 'Sleepwalking Into Dollarization' Without Unified Crypto Strategy, Says Lord Chris Holmes
Lord Chris Holmes warns that the UK risks losing ground in digital finance without a unified national vision, calling for clearer leadership, public engagement, and principles-based regulation to unlock the country’s Web3 potential.
Murtuza MerchantDec 24, 2025
Dogecoin After The Election Surge: What Went Wrong With The $1 Thesis
Dogecoin surged after the 2024 election, but inflation, fading liquidity and limited adoption undermined hopes of a sustained move to $1 despite ETF launches.
Murtuza MerchantDec 23, 2025
Russia’s Central Bank Softens Crypto Stance With New Retail Trading Rules
Russia’s central bank has proposed new rules allowing retail investors limited access to cryptocurrencies, marking a shift from its earlier push for a full ban as sanctions reshape financial policy.
Murtuza MerchantDec 23, 2025
Are Bitcoin Rallies Running Out Of Steam? Analysts Flag Supply Risks As Ether Firms Up
Bitcoin’s rebound from $80,000 faces heavy overhead supply that could cap gains, while technical signals suggest Ether is stabilizing ahead of 2026, according to Bitfinex and Fairlead Strategies.
Murtuza MerchantDec 23, 2025
Why Crypto’s Next Cycle Will Be Driven By Balance Sheets, Not Speculation
Crypto is heading into 2026 after a leverage reset that pushed capital toward stablecoins, real-world assets and on-chain derivatives, reshaping the market into balance-sheet-driven financial infrastructure.
Murtuza MerchantDec 23, 2025
