Joshua Downes
Joshua Downes is an experienced journalist and editor specialising in finance, trading, cryptocurrency and online betting. Over the last eight years, he has written for numerous publications and media outlets, both print and online. These include Trading-Education, Wetten, GamblingGuy, BitReviews, Industry Slice, and Gulf Business. With a BA in journalism and an MA in English, Joshua aims to provide informative and highly readable articles, making even the most complex of financial concepts easily understandable for the average reader. Joshua is currently pursuing professional qualifications in finance and also has extensive knowledge of the gambling industry, having spent four years working in operations for Gala Coral.
Articles by Joshua Downes
Crypto News2 years ago
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin challenged the prevailing perception of the Metaverse during his keynote speech at BUIDL Asia in Seoul. He argued that the Metaverse, with its $18 billion market valuation, is often misunderstood as a brand rather than a tangible […]
Crypto News2 years ago
Kerrisdale Capital’s recent financial maneuver, involving a short position on MicroStrategy shares while purchasing Bitcoins, marks a significant moment in the intersection of traditional equity markets and the burgeoning cryptocurrency sector. This move is predicated on the firm’s analysis that […]
Crypto News2 years ago
KuCoin, a popular cryptocurrency exchange that allows users to buy and sell various cryptocurrencies, is facing a significant regulatory challenge in the United States. The operations of KuCoin are under investigation by both the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and […]
Crypto News2 years ago
Circle, the issuer of the popular stablecoin USDC, has taken a major step forward in enhancing cross-chain compatibility by launching its Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) on the Solana blockchain. This integration signifies a significant development for both USDC and Solana, […]
Crypto News2 years ago
As the 2024 US presidential race heats up, one candidate, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., stands out for his advocacy of cryptocurrencies as a hedge against inflation. In a time when inflation is diminishing the purchasing power of many Americans, Kennedy […]
Crypto News2 years ago
Bitcoin’s value witnessed a notable increase of 5% in the past 24 hours, reaching a trading price of $67,502 as of 00:01 a.m. EST, with trading volume experiencing a significant rise of 29% to $30 billion. This upward trend coincides […]
Crypto News2 years ago
According to data from Bloomberg, the exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for spot Bitcoin trading, which launched on Jan. 11, have experienced the biggest three-day outflow since their inception. This is a significant reversal from the previous influx of funds that helped […]
Crypto News2 years ago
The European Union Parliament has recently made a notable decision to prohibit the use of unregistered self-custody cryptocurrency wallets for transactions within the region. This action is a component of the EU’s larger efforts to combat money laundering through legislation. […]
Crypto News2 years ago
The approval of the Bitcoin (BTC) spot ETF on January 10 injected fresh momentum into its price and the broader cryptocurrency market, propelling the leading cryptocurrency to achieve a new record peak. Despite these ETFs bolstering the crypto realm in […]
Crypto News2 years ago
According to reports, holders of Fantom (FTM) appear to have adopted a Zen attitude and are not affected by market corrections, FUD, or unfavorable news. Despite the general decline in the cryptocurrency market, Fantom has seen a significant increase in […]
Crypto News2 years ago
The price of Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, has shown significant volatility in recent weeks, leaving investors puzzled and seeking answers. In March 2024, Bitcoin reached an all-time high of $73,750.07, sparking celebrations among bulls and uncertainty among bears. Despite […]
Crypto News2 years ago
At Bitcoin Investor Day in New York City, Yahoo Finance’s Brad Smith had a chat with Robert Mitchnick, the Head of BlackRock Digital Asset. They discussed the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) ETF that BlackRock manages, and how they are helping […]