SelfSovereignSteve

Honestly, without good trading indicators on the chart, I get lost. Technical analysis is not just guessing; it's mathematics that helps understand where the price might go. I use several tools at once because one indicator alone isn't enough.
The main trading indicators I constantly watch: moving averages (MA and EMA), MACD to confirm the trend, RSI for overbought-oversold conditions, Bollinger Bands for volatility. Fibonacci helps find support levels, Ichimoku shows the overall picture. ADX indicates the strength of the trend. It's not a cure-all, but in combination, they provide a clearer p

I have long been interested in how people in Ukraine pay with cryptocurrency in everyday life. It turns out that it has become much easier thanks to crypto cards. At first glance, they look like regular bank cards, but the difference is that a regular card is linked to one fiat currency, while a crypto card allows you to use digital assets right here and now. How does this actually work? It's simple: when you pay, your crypto asset is instantly converted into fiat, and you receive your goods. Sounds like magic, but it's reality.
Recently, I gathered information about the most convenient crypto

I was just reviewing the global wealth data at the beginning of the year, and something truly extraordinary has happened. Tech entrepreneurs have simply rewritten the history of personal fortunes.
Elon Musk is now the richest person in the world with a net worth of $726 billion. This is simply incredible – it has never happened before in history. His wealth has grown due to the surge in SpaceX valuations, expansion of Starlink, Tesla, and his influence in AI and neurotechnology. This is not just wealth growth; it’s a leap to a new level.
Following him are other tech giants. Larry Page, with hi

I've noticed that most beginners make the same mistake — they just buy a coin and wait for it to grow. But this can cause you to be stuck in a trade for weeks or months. That’s why it’s important to understand that profit is not just a desire, but a specific goal you set before each purchase.
Profit is essentially your target percentage of gain, at which you close the position. If you bought a coin, you should calculate in advance at what price you will achieve the desired income. This helps you clearly understand when to exit the trade, earn small but frequent profits, and gradually build you

If you seriously consider mobile mining, sooner or later you'll face the choice: which mining app to choose? I tried several options, and here’s what I noticed.
Many beginners start with CryptoTab — it’s one of the first mining apps that actually works on a smartphone. Installed it, launched it, and it started generating hash rate. Plus, there’s a referral system if you invite friends. But honestly, the income is minimal.
Then I tried cloud mining through an app of a well-known crypto exchange — you can rent power in a pool and receive rewards directly to your wallet. This is more realistic th

I decided to understand what cryptocurrency arbitrage is because I hear about it everywhere, but in my head, it's just theory 🤔
Basically, cryptocurrency arbitrage is when you catch the price difference of the same asset on different platforms. Bought cheaper there, sold more expensive here, and there's your profit. It sounds simple, but there are many pitfalls.
Why do these differences even occur? Because each exchange has its own trading volume, its own speed of quote updates, plus different fees and local laws everywhere. It turns out that the same Bitcoin can cost differently depending on

I just came across some quite fascinating material about Arkham Intelligence publishing a full analysis of the suspected Satoshi Nakamoto wallet. And the numbers there are simply mind-blowing.
According to their research, the Bitcoin creator controls approximately 1,096,354 BTC — which is 5.22% of all bitcoins in the world. Converted at current prices, that’s about $108.8 billion. For comparison, that would place Satoshi at 14th on Forbes’ list of the richest people, right ahead of Bill Gates and Michael Dell. Crazy numbers, honestly.
What’s interesting is that the entire analysis is based on

I noticed that many people are curious about which cryptocurrencies Elon Musk actually holds. The question is logical, considering his influence on the market and the memes he constantly creates with his tweets. Let’s take a closer look at his portfolio.
Let’s start with the obvious. Bitcoin is the first thing that comes to mind. Back in 2021, Tesla, under his leadership, announced the purchase of BTC worth 1.5 billion dollars. Although the company later got rid of most of its position, Musk has repeatedly confirmed that he personally holds Bitcoin. That makes sense—for him, it’s more like dig

Honestly, looking at the memes of 2026, the picture is quite interesting. PEPE clearly maintains the lead, that's a fact. DOGE is still in the top, not losing its position. And SHIB rounds out the top three meme coins. But this is a ranking that can change every day, right? Maybe I'm missing something, or do you have a different perspective on the situation? I'm curious to hear who else among the memes deserves attention this year. Which coins would you put on the podium?

Many beginners often ask me: what is Tether and why is everyone investing in it? The simple answer is — it’s a stability anchor in the sea of cryptocurrency volatility. USDT has become a true foundation of the modern crypto economy, although many treat it as something self-evident.
Stablecoins were generally created to solve one problem: cryptocurrencies fluctuate wildly in price. If you're a trader, this can be an opportunity. But for most users, volatility is just a headache. That’s where Tether and its USDT come into play.
The idea is brilliantly simple: one USDT token = one US dollar. In p

That's a twist — HBO is preparing a documentary that supposedly will finally reveal the identity of Satoshi Nakamoto. It comes out on October 8, and the community is already guessing: maybe it's just a marketing stunt, or did they really find something?
But honestly, when I heard about this, one person immediately came to mind — Nick Szabo. If you've been in crypto for a while, you know his name constantly pops up in these discussions. The guy literally laid the groundwork for everything we use today.
Here's some background on the matter — so to speak. Nick Szabo first came up with the concept

I’ve noticed that many traders underestimate one of the most reliable technical analysis tools — the cup with handle pattern. This pattern is definitely worth studying if you’re catching bullish trends.
What’s the essence? When the price of an asset drops sharply and then starts to recover in a smooth arc, a U-shaped form is created — this is the cup. Nothing complicated. After that, the price makes a small rebound upward, forming the handle. And when the price breaks through the resistance level of this handle, that’s a signal to continue the uptrend.
How do you recognize this pattern on a ch

I just noticed an interesting movement on ENA. Some giant shark just bought tokens worth 20 million dollars, and it's definitely not for nothing. Three hours ago, the same fish made 14 million on Hyperliquid, and now it’s invested in ENA with 27.9 million tokens. Looking at the charts — the price is currently holding around $0.12, although it was higher initially. Over the past 24 hours, it dropped by 7.5%, which is really strange for such attention from major players.
Wait, but there's more. Ethena just announced a buyback of $310 million and a PIPE deal of $530 million. This means the projec

An interesting story about Bill Gates’ personal life has come to light. It turns out that the founder of Microsoft had romantic relationships with Russian women, which is quite unexpected for such a public figure. One of them is Mila Antonova, a well-known Russian bridge player. They met in 2009 at a bridge tournament, when Gates was already 53 and Antonova was just a little over 20. Quite an intriguing age gap, isn’t it?
Mila Antonova drew attention as a talented athlete, and it seems that Gates was charmed by her company. At the same time, he was married to Melinda, with whom he had been mar

You know, I recently revisited Einstein's classic success formula and realized that it works not only in science but also in trading. It's just amazing how three simple components explain everything.
Let's break it down. A — is success, the specific result you're aiming for. Not a dream, but a measurable outcome. X — is work, and there are no discounts here. Statistics, backtests, risk management, discipline. Day after day, the same, even when the market tests you. This is the foundation, without which nothing is worth it.
But here's what's interesting — many get stuck exactly on X, thinking t

Elk — a compact development board for building blockchain devices. An interesting project for those who want to experiment with connecting to distributed networks directly on hardware.
Original information from CoinDesk — a media outlet covering the crypto industry. Their journalists follow editorial standards, although it’s worth noting that the publication is affiliated with one of the major digital asset platforms. But overall, if you're interested in the technical side of Elk and blockchain devices — this material is useful.

I noticed an interesting paradox in the market — news about Bitcoin over the past few weeks has been some of the best in months, yet the price still couldn't stay above 70k. It would seem like there should have been a rally, but the opposite happened.
I dug into the data and understood what’s going on. The dollar index was strengthening during this period, and that always puts pressure on cryptocurrencies. When the dollar is rising, investors prefer to hold their money in fiat rather than risk it in crypto. Plus, there was quite significant selling pressure right around the 70k level — it look

I've noticed an interesting trend — traditional finance is increasingly entering the cryptocurrency space. Morgan Stanley recently launched its own digital asset trading platform with fees lower than those of existing players. This is no longer just experimentation but a serious step by a major financial institution.
What’s interesting is that such moves are changing the dynamics of the entire cryptocurrency market. When Wall Street starts competing on price, it puts pressure on fees and forces others to adapt. Previously, cryptocurrency exchanges could maintain high fees, but with the arrival

Noticed an interesting dynamic with XRP in recent days. The coin tried to break through resistance around $1.44, but sellers quickly pushed it back down to $1.42. It looks like a classic bounce off the level when there’s volume, but not enough strength for a breakout upward.
The main issue is that Bitcoin has decreased this week after rising to $80K, and there’s been a mass profit-taking across the market. When BTC falls, altcoins usually suffer first, and XRP is no exception. Cryptocurrency news during this period mainly revolves around sales and consolidation.
Another downside for XRP is tha

Here's an interesting fact worth noting: Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, whose name remains shrouded in mystery, is now among the richest people on the planet. And this is despite the fact that he has never sold a single Bitcoin and has never revealed his identity.
According to blockchain data, Satoshi's wallet contains approximately 1.1 million coins. Based on historical Bitcoin price peaks, Satoshi Nakamoto's wealth is estimated at over $134 billion. For comparison: that's roughly the same as the CEO of Dell or the heir to Walmart. Satoshi Nakamoto's wealth falls within the range of many w