Mark Gough

Crypto Analyst at Weiss Ratings

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Why the Media Barely Blinked as Bitcoin Broke to New Highs

1 week ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

There are current developments paving the way, as well. Regulatory Frameworks Expand Across the GlobeCrypto is no longer a dirty word for regulators and legislators. In fact, the call for increased clarity has rung out in almost every corner of the world. The EU, for example, recently implemented its Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) framework. Germany currently leads the EU in MiCAR licensing, representing 36% of all regulated providers. One of the most notable is Trade Republic.
Bitcoin Tops $105K in Crypto’s Big Bang

3 weeks ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

The crypto world lit up this week with a series of seismic developments. From Bitcoin (BTC, “A-”) and Ethereum’s (ETH, “B+”) impressive rallies …To companies expanding their crypto offerings in ways that could reshape the digital asset landscape …There are several bullish catalysts shaking up the markets. Today, I want to dive into five areas that are most likely to make the biggest impact. Starting with …Bitcoin Climbs to $105,800, Eyes Breakout Above Key Resistance.
What Regulatory Changes the 52 Million U.S. Crypto Holders Should Expect

1 month ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

Here’s an in-depth look at what this act entails and its implications. Stand With Crypto One Pager Click here to see full-sized image. FIT21 aims to foster innovation while ensuring that the next generation of the internet develops within a regulated and secure environment in the U.S. This will be done by creating a robust regulatory framework that addresses consumer protection, national security and operational needs.
This Crypto Sequel Is Set to Be a Blockbuster

1 month ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

Central to Nexo’s ecosystem is its native utility token, NEXO. Like many DeFi tokens, NEXO serves as a governance token. That means holders can take an active role in decision-making processes within the Nexo ecosystem. This ensures that the platform’s growth will align with the community’s interest.
Why Trump’s World Liberty Financial Is Going All-In on This Crypto

1 month ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

3. Approve and Submit:Review your trade details, approve the transaction in your wallet and let CoW Protocol batch and execute your trade. Swap.cow.fi. Click here to see full-sized image. Basically, CoW Protocol is no different to use than any other decentralized exchange, making it easy for users to migrate over. Naturally, this has captured significant attention. Most notably from the Trump-backed World Liberty Financial (WLFI). And that presents a promising opportunity for investors like us.
Bitcoin Meets Life Insurance

1 month ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

Bitcoin (BTC, “A-”) has always fascinated me. I remember closely following the Cypriot banking crisis in 2012. Back then, people were desperately searching for ways to protect their savings from a collapsing financial system and internal capital controls. In that moment, Bitcoin emerged. Not just as a novel technology, but as a lifeline, a digital escape hatch from the vulnerabilities of traditional banking.
Ripple Bets $1.25 Billion on Institutions

1 month ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

Broader Implications for the Crypto IndustryAs digital assets gain mainstream acceptance, crypto companies increasingly seek to enhance their service offerings to cater to institutional clients. Starting in January 2024 with the launch of the Bitcoin (BTC, “A-”) ETFs, institutions have had a hunger for crypto acquisition.
You May Already Own the Fix to Web3’s Storage Problem

2 months ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

The WAL TokenAt the center of the Walrus protocol is its native token, WAL. It plays multiple roles, including as …Payment: WAL is used to pay for storage services on Walrus. Payments are made upfront for fixed storage durations to ensure stable costs in fiat terms. This also protects against any WAL price volatility. Security: Users can stake their WAL tokens to bolster network security, even if they don’t run storage nodes directly. Though node delegators do earn rewards based on their performance.
Unlock Home Equity with … Crypto?

2 months ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

I’ve written about real world assets (RWAs) a few times now. These are real, physical assets represented by crypto tokens. That means they can be traded and owned on the blockchain. They open up entire new sectors to crypto investors … and bring crypto investing to TradFi markets. Now I’m not focusing on RWAs for lack of other topics. It’s because I believe this sector is set to be a major focus of blockchain investment over the coming 12-24 months. And that’s not just my outlook.
Your Crypto Is at Risk; Here’s How to Protect It

2 months ago | weissratings.com | Mark Gough

As crypto adoption grows and digital assets become more mainstream, so do the threats aimed at stealing them. We haven’t even closed out the first quarter of 2025 and already we’ve seen a memecoin scam and a large-scale attack on a major centralized exchange. And now, tech giant Microsoft has released a new security report that warns of even more potential danger. Source: Microsoft. Click here to see full-sized image. But here’s the good news: You can protect yourself and your crypto.