Murtuza Merchant
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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.
Will The Supreme Court Spark Bitcoin's Breakout? $150B Tariff Case Has Traders On Edge
Prediction markets now price a high probability that the Supreme Court will rule against Donald Trump’s tariffs, a decision that could shift inflation expectations, rates, and Bitcoin’s macro outlook.
Murtuza MerchantJan 13, 2026
Wintermute Warns Altcoin Era Over As Institutions Take Over Bitcoin & Ether
Crypto’s long-expected altcoin season failed to materialize in 2025. New data shows how ETFs, institutional mandates, and shifting retail behavior reshaped market structure and why future cycles may look very different.
Murtuza MerchantJan 13, 2026
VanEck Says Bitcoin's Most Reliable Price Pattern Just Failed And Timing Signals Are No Longer Trustworthy
VanEck declares Bitcoin's four-year halving cycle broke in 2025, forcing investors to abandon traditional timing signals. Crypto may now behave like macro-sensitive risk assets.
Murtuza MerchantJan 13, 2026
Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams Allegedly Drains $3.18M In Crypto Exit Scam That Left Investors Devastated
Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams accused of $3.18M crypto exit scam as $NYC memecoin crashes 80% in 30 minutes. Blockchain data reveals liquidity drain at peak. Investors devastated.
Murtuza MerchantJan 13, 2026
Warren Warns 90M Americans Face Retirement Catastrophe As Trump Admin Pushes Bitcoin Into 401(k) Plans
Senator Elizabeth Warren challenges SEC Chair Atkins over Trump executive order allowing Bitcoin in 401(k) plans, warning 90M Americans face unnecessary risk to retirement savings.
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
History Repeats As Fed's Independence Faces Greatest Threat Since 1970s Inflation Spiral That Devastated America
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell draws stark parallels to Nixon-era inflation crisis as DOJ criminal threat raises fears of political interference in monetary policy. Markets react.
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
X Moves To Own Financial News And Trading As Smart Cashtags Cement Its Grip On Market Sentiment
X says it will accelerate development of financial news and trading features after strong early feedback on Smart Cashtags, underscoring the platform’s growing role in shaping market sentiment and transactions.
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
Why Bitcoin Refuses To Break Despite Massive ETF Outflows: The Hidden Strength Behind $90K Floor
Crypto markets consolidate near $3T as Bitcoin absorbs massive ETF outflows above $90K. Analysts say macro uncertainty, not crypto catalysts, now drives pricing. Selective altcoin rotation signals strength.
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
Eth To $40,000 By 2030: Standard Chartered Reveals Why ETH Will Outperform Entire Crypto Market Starting Now
Standard Chartered calls 2026 "the year of Ethereum" with ETH set to outperform Bitcoin as stablecoins, RWA tokenization, and DeFi drive adoption. $40K target by 2030 amid network upgrades.
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
'This Is Not About Renovation': Jerome Powell Exposes Trump Administration Campaign To Control Fed Interest Rate Policy
Murtuza MerchantJan 12, 2026
