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.
Bitcoin Under Pressure: Data Shows Market More Fragile Than Price Suggests
Glassnode data shows Bitcoin entering a fragile market regime as short-term holders and hot capital dominate supply, realized inflows weaken, and volatility is increasingly underpriced — raising the risk of sharper moves ahead.
Murtuza MerchantDec 15, 2025
U.S. Crypto Regulation Slips To 2026 As Senate Prioritizes Budget Fight Over Market Rules
The Senate Banking Committee has postponed markup of the U.S. crypto market structure bill to 2026, delaying efforts to define SEC and CFTC oversight as bipartisan talks continue.
Murtuza MerchantDec 15, 2025
What Happens If Quantum Computers Target Satoshi’s Wallet? Experts Say Bitcoin Has Time, But Not Forever
A viral discussion about quantum computers hacking Satoshi Nakamoto’s early Bitcoin wallets has revived debate over whether legacy addresses could one day be exposed. Experts say risks exist but remain decades away.
Murtuza MerchantDec 15, 2025
Crypto’s Next Breakthrough Is The Death of Chains, Says Glider CEO
Glider CEO Brian Huang says crypto is headed toward a chainless future, where users won’t need to pick networks, manage bridges, or understand blockchain mechanics, a shift he believes is crucial for mainstream adoption.
Murtuza MerchantDec 15, 2025
BOJ To Start ETF Sales Next Month In Unwinding Plan That Could Take 100 Years
Japan’s central bank is preparing to begin selling portions of its ¥83 trillion ETF portfolio next month under a cautious plan that may take more than a century to complete. The BOJ aims to avoid market disruption by offloading assets gradually and may pause sales during major financial shocks.
Murtuza MerchantDec 15, 2025
Bitcoin Wipes Out All Fed Gains As Traders Brace For BOJ Liquidity Shock
Bitcoin erased its post-Fed rally and ended the week lower as traders braced for the BOJ’s rate decision, raising concerns about global liquidity and risk-off flows.
Murtuza MerchantDec 14, 2025
Bitcoin L2s Face A Shakeout As Liquidity Failures Expose The Real Risk Problem, Says Bitlayer’s Charlie Hu
Bitlayer’s Charlie Hu says Bitcoin L2s are shifting from hype to solvency as liquidity failures expose structural weaknesses and force networks to prioritize risk controls over speed.
Murtuza MerchantDec 14, 2025
The Hidden Reason Bitcoin Won’t Break Out: OG Options Selling, Says Bitwise
Bitwise’s Jeff Park says Bitcoin’s upside is capped because long-term holders keep selling calls, overwhelming ETF demand and suppressing implied volatility.
Murtuza MerchantDec 14, 2025
Solflare Prepares To Launch AI-Powered Intent System To Simplify Wallet Interactions On Solana
Solflare is introducing an AI-driven intent system that lets users perform complex on-chain actions through plain-language requests, with an alpha release launching this week.
Murtuza MerchantDec 13, 2025
Solflare To Offer Native Bank Accounts, Aiming To Fix Crypto’s Broken On-Ramp Problem
Solflare is introducing native bank accounts for users, aiming to eliminate the crypto industry’s on-ramp failures by bypassing bank transfer blocks and enabling seamless fiat-to-Solana conversions.
Murtuza MerchantDec 13, 2025
