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Zcash Price Slides 40% as Market Sell-Off and Regulatory Pressure Mount

Zcash (ZEC) price has declined for 8 consecutive days, dropping approximately 40% and currently at $245. This represents a 53% decrease over the past month and a 65% drop from its November high of $699. The decline is attributed to three main factors: a broader crypto market sell-off that liquidated over $1.6 billion, the resignation of the Electric Coin Company's main development team raising concerns about the project's future, and increased global regulatory scrutiny on privacy coins. Recently, Dubai's financial regulator banned Zcash from all licensed exchanges and financial institutions within the Dubai International Financial Centre. Technical analysis indicates ZEC is nearing a critical support breakdown, which could signal further bearish control.

TheNewsCrypto02/05 11:15

Zcash Price Slides 40% as Market Sell-Off and Regulatory Pressure Mount

TheNewsCrypto02/05 11:15

After Privacy Coins Surge, Does It Mean a Bear Market Is Coming?

The article explores the sharp rise in privacy coins like ZEC and XMR as a potential signal of an impending bear market in the crypto cycle. Historically, privacy tokens tend to surge when other narratives—such as DeFi or NFTs—lose momentum, often marking a final speculative push before a downturn. In 2017, coins like ZEC and XMR gained attention as "better Bitcoin" alternatives, fueled by technological appeal and hype. By late 2021 and early 2022, privacy projects like Aleo attracted massive investments, though they ultimately failed to deliver practical, mainstream adoption. The recent surge in late 2025, with ZEC rising 20x in three months, lacked clear catalysts but may reflect growing unease with increasing regulatory scrutiny and reduced financial privacy in crypto. While figures like Arthur Hayes and firms like a16z promoted "privacy-as-a-service," the author suggests this may have been a tactic to facilitate sell-offs rather than genuine growth. The piece argues that extreme privacy features—such as Monero’s fully anonymous transactions—often cater to illicit use cases rather than mainstream needs, making them a target for regulators and exchanges. Most users and regulators seek balanced privacy—protection without complete anonymity—which current privacy tokens fail to provide. Without addressing real-world utility and acceptable levels of privacy, these coins may remain the last resort in cyclical market pumps, often leaving investors at a loss.

marsbit01/31 08:05

After Privacy Coins Surge, Does It Mean a Bear Market Is Coming?

marsbit01/31 08:05

Quantum Threat Becomes Key Narrative, Privacy Coin Sector Defies Trend with Capital Siphon

Quantum Threat Emerges as Key Narrative, Privacy Coins Defy Market Downturn with Capital Inflow Privacy coins like ZEC, XMR, and DASH have surged significantly since September 2025, outperforming the broader crypto market. ZEC rose from around $50 to over $700 in two months, a 12x return, despite a post-halving correction. Monero (XMR) climbed from $300 to a record $800, bolstered by its decentralized nature and real-world usage, even after being delisted from 73 exchanges. Dash also saw a 7x increase, peaking at $150 before settling around $62. A major catalyst is growing concern over quantum computing threats to Bitcoin. Although experts believe quantum computers cannot yet break Bitcoin's ECDSA algorithm by 2026, fears have driven institutional and whale investors toward privacy coins, which use zero-knowledge proofs and ring signatures to resist quantum attacks. Reports indicate large-scale fund shifts from BTC to privacy assets, with ZEC and XMR attracting significant hedging interest. Market dynamics and high-profile endorsements, such as from Arthur Hayes, have amplified the trend. Additionally, privacy coins are being used to launder stolen funds, with one day seeing $282 million in mixed Bitcoin transactions. While Bitcoin market remains stagnant around $85,000, privacy coins continue to benefit from both quantum anxiety and practical demand for anonymity. The sector's future may depend on broader market recovery and macroeconomic factors, including Fed policy and equity performance.

比推01/29 12:53

Quantum Threat Becomes Key Narrative, Privacy Coin Sector Defies Trend with Capital Siphon

比推01/29 12:53

Dash plunges after India flags privacy coins – Yet XMR and ZEC hold up, why?

Dash experienced a significant decline of 29% over the week, dropping from a peak of $96, driven by profit-taking and concerns following India's regulatory warning against privacy coins. The price broke through key support levels, consolidating around $59.6. While Monero (XMR) and Zcash (ZEC) showed relative resilience, Dash's sharper drop is attributed to its heavier speculative buildup, making it more vulnerable to sell-offs. The RSI indicates fading bullish momentum, and failure to hold above $60 could lead to further declines toward $50. Regulatory pressure from India's FIU has raised delisting risks, though the market reaction was delayed.

ambcrypto01/26 16:02

Dash plunges after India flags privacy coins – Yet XMR and ZEC hold up, why?

ambcrypto01/26 16:02

Privacy coins slide sharply as sector posts double-digit weekly losses

Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies experienced significant declines over the past week, with most major tokens recording double-digit losses amid broad market weakness. Monero (XMR) led the downturn, falling approximately 28% to trade near $508. Other major privacy assets, including Dash (DASH) and Decred (DCR), dropped between 17–21%, while Zcash (ZEC) declined around 13%. Mid- and lower-cap tokens like Horizen (ZEN) and Zano (ZANO) also saw substantial losses, though Beldex (BDX) limited its decline to about 4%. The sector-wide sell-off reflects a risk-off environment rather than asset-specific factors, with sustained downward momentum and limited recovery attempts indicating persistent selling pressure. Near-term performance remains tied to broader market sentiment.

ambcrypto01/22 19:39

Privacy coins slide sharply as sector posts double-digit weekly losses

ambcrypto01/22 19:39

48 Hours to Transfer $1.5 Billion: How Did Iranian Elites Use Cryptocurrency to Bypass U.S. Sanctions?

Iran's leadership reportedly transferred $1.5 billion out of the country using cryptocurrency within 48 hours, including $328 million moved by the son of Supreme Leader Khamenei to Dubai, according to Israeli intelligence. This comes amid escalating U.S. sanctions, domestic protests, and severe economic crisis in Iran, with hyperinflation and currency collapse. Since 2018, Iran has systematically used crypto to evade international sanctions, leveraging energy resources for Bitcoin mining and operating through platforms like Nobitex. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) alone moved around $1 billion via UK-registered exchanges. The surge in crypto-based capital flight has coincided with significant price increases in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies like Monero and Dash. Cryptocurrency has become a key financial tool for Iran to bypass traditional banking restrictions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

比推01/16 13:41

48 Hours to Transfer $1.5 Billion: How Did Iranian Elites Use Cryptocurrency to Bypass U.S. Sanctions?

比推01/16 13:41

Why is DASH’s price up today? Breaking down the 45% surge

Dash (DASH) experienced a significant 42% price surge in a single day, breaking out from the $45-$47 range and pushing toward $65-$68. The rally was supported by a substantial increase in trading volume, indicating strong buyer participation rather than low liquidity. The RSI showed robust demand, though the move appears slightly overheated, with price remaining above key support levels. Open Interest surged to $108 million, reflecting new positions being opened as traders bet on the upward movement. Interestingly, the Funding Rate turned negative, suggesting that some traders remain skeptical and are shorting, which could fuel further upside if the price holds. The surge appears part of a broader trend in privacy coins, with Monero (XMR) also rising 55% this week, though the rotation has been selective—other privacy-focused assets like Zcash and Litecoin saw losses. Additionally, Dash's recent integration with Alchemy Pay's fiat on-ramp across 173 countries improves accessibility, potentially supporting its use case for everyday payments. In summary, the breakout was driven by genuine volume, rising open interest, and a shift toward privacy coins. Momentum may continue if key support levels are maintained.

ambcrypto01/14 14:04

Why is DASH’s price up today? Breaking down the 45% surge

ambcrypto01/14 14:04

What to Expect from the Crypto Market: How the Conflict Between Trump and the Fed Will Affect Prices

RBC Crypto presents an analysis by Anatoly Radchenko on the state of the cryptocurrency market as of January 12th. The key focus is the conflict between former US President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Trump is pressuring the Fed to cut interest rates to provide cheaper credit, but Powell is resisting, leading to a reported criminal investigation. This political tension is causing the US dollar to weaken and is boosting gold and silver prices. Such pressure on the Fed and broader geopolitical risks (involving China-Taiwan, Iran-Israel, Venezuela, Cuba) are generally unfavorable for cryptocurrencies, as Middle East escalations have historically not benefited the asset class. Regarding market performance, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around $90.5k, down 2.5% for the week. It is underperforming compared to Ethereum and Solana. Large holders continue to sell, and there is uncertainty around purchases by entities like Michael Saylor's Strategy company. Privacy coins like Monero (XMR) are seeing interest, but their performance is tied to the overall market strength of BTC and ETH. While positive narratives exist, such as Wells Fargo's $300 million Bitcoin purchase and rumors of crypto trading on Elon Musk's X platform, the analyst assesses the overall picture as negative. He states there is no strong catalyst for a rapid price increase, despite some investors accumulating BTC. The market lacks a convincing reason for a significant rally in the near term.

RBK-crypto01/12 12:13

What to Expect from the Crypto Market: How the Conflict Between Trump and the Fed Will Affect Prices

RBK-crypto01/12 12:13

Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin challenges Europe’s “no space” vision for digital assets

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has criticized the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), warning that it risks creating a digital environment with "no space" for controversial ideas or products. Buterin argues that the DSA’s approach to making platforms safer is flawed, as it may lead to excessive surveillance and enforcement rather than addressing the real issue—algorithmic amplification of extreme content. He advocates for a "Pirate Party approach" focused on user empowerment and pluralism. Amid tightening regulations, privacy coins like Zcash and Monero have become the best-performing crypto sector in 2025, with Zcash surging over 700% as investors seek assets that preserve financial autonomy. This trend coincides with the EU’s enforcement of MiCA and other strict crypto regulations, which have increased scrutiny on stablecoins, anti-money laundering measures, and operational risks. Buterin’s comments reflect broader concerns that restrictive policies may inadvertently fuel demand for privacy-focused tools, as seen in earlier bans on privacy coins in Japan and U.S. sanctions on Tornado Cash. The ongoing regulatory clampdown in Europe appears to be driving capital toward cryptographic assets designed to uphold user privacy and freedom.

ambcrypto12/27 22:03

Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin challenges Europe’s “no space” vision for digital assets

ambcrypto12/27 22:03

Decrypting the 2025 Crypto Wealth Map: 12 Winners and the Next Wave of Opportunities

The year 2025 marked a pivotal shift for the crypto industry, transitioning from a "recovery year" to one where infrastructure gained mainstream recognition. Key winners emerged, fundamentally reshaping the financial landscape. The U.S., under the Trump administration, became a dominant force by enacting pro-crypto policies like the GENIUS Act and banning CBDCs, positioning itself as a global crypto hub. U.S. spot ETFs, led by products like IBIT, saw massive institutional inflows, with Ethereum, Solana, and XRP ETFs gaining traction. Solana (SOL) evolved beyond a "meme coin casino" to become a core liquidity layer, with on-chain volumes surpassing major centralized exchanges. Base, an Ethereum L2 by Coinbase, leveraged its user base to drive consumer crypto adoption. Ripple and XRP overcame legal challenges, leading to ETF approvals and transforming into a liquidity engine. Privacy coins like Zcash surged, shedding their stigma and attracting institutional interest for compliant use cases. Real-World Assets (RWA) tokenization grew significantly, with SEC support enabling traditional finance integration. Stablecoins surpassed a $300B market cap, cementing their role as critical financial infrastructure. Perpetual DEXs broke credibility barriers, recording $1.2T in monthly volume as traders migrated from CEXs. Prediction markets like Polymarket gained legitimacy, bridging gambling and finance. Hong Kong emerged as a key Asian hub, with growing ETP volumes and a robust regulatory framework for exchanges and stablecoins. Finally, early crypto believers were vindicated as major institutions entered the market, validating their long-term thesis. These winners collectively drove structural shifts, setting the stage for continued innovation and integration in 2026.

比推12/25 15:21

Decrypting the 2025 Crypto Wealth Map: 12 Winners and the Next Wave of Opportunities