Crypto venture capital (VC) firms are undergoing significant consolidation despite a rebound in startup fundraising, with $5.85 billion raised in Q1 2025—61% of 2024’s total. Tom Dunleavy of Varys Capital notes dwindling capital reserves and lack of returns have left many funds ‘shadow insolvent,’ predicting further closures by 2026. While startup interest grows, VC fundraising has declined, with only 50 new funds launched in 2024 and fewer repeat investors. Capital is now concentrated among a smaller group of disciplined players, which Dunleavy sees as a positive shift for the industry. The crypto VC landscape is bifurcating, with startups thriving while funds struggle to remain relevant.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekBitcoin Miner Revenues Hit Critical Low Post-Halving
Bitcoin miner revenues have sharply declined since the April 2024 halving, with transaction fees contributing only 1.48% of block rewards—near the lowest since 2023. The subsidy income dropped to 3.125 BTC per block, leaving power-intensive mining rigs unprofitable, especially those consuming 25-38 J/TH. Despite temporary fee spikes from Ordinals and Runes, average fees collapsed below $2, raising concerns about sustainable miner income. Stress scenarios reveal that 35% of the network could face negative cash flow at $96,000 BTC and 1% fee income. Older ASICs may pause operations, accelerating fleet upgrades and testing Bitcoin’s decentralization. Without stronger fee markets or new demand, post-halving margins remain precarious.
about Bitcoin Miner Revenues Hit Critical Low Post-HalvingGalaxy Research Proposes Solana Inflation Voting Reform
Galaxy Research has proposed a new governance model, Multiple Election Stake-Weight Aggregation (MESA), to reform how Solana determines its token inflation rate. The system replaces binary voting with a range of deflation options, weighted by validator stakes, to better reflect community preferences and avoid governance deadlocks. The proposal maintains Solana’s long-term disinflationary structure while allowing more flexibility in reaching the terminal rate. If adopted, it could serve as a model for other decentralized protocols facing similar challenges. The plan is currently open for feedback on key parameters like vote weighting and thresholds.
about Galaxy Research Proposes Solana Inflation Voting ReformSolana Proposes New Voting System for Inflation Control
Solana’s inflation management is evolving with Galaxy Research’s proposal for a Multiple Election Stake-Weight Aggregation (MESA) system. This new voting mechanism would allow validators to choose from multiple deflation rate options (e.g., 15%, 20%, 25%) while keeping the terminal inflation fixed at 1.5%. The weighted average of ‘yes’ votes would determine the final rate, offering a more democratic and market-driven approach than the previous single-outcome voting. The proposal follows the partial success of SIMD-228, which saw 43.6% approval but fell short of the required 66.67% consensus. Solana continues to innovate, with parallel proposals like SIMD-0215 for scalability and Confidential Balance for privacy enhancements.
about Solana Proposes New Voting System for Inflation ControlGalaxy Proposes MESA to Reform Solana Inflation Governance
Galaxy Research has proposed a new governance method, MESA, to address Solana’s inflation debate by allowing validators to vote on multiple deflation rates, with outcomes determined by a weighted average. The current fixed inflation curve targets a 1.5% terminal rate, but recent changes, like SIMD-96, have increased inflation by redirecting priority fees to validators. MESA aims to streamline consensus without repeated binary votes, offering validators nuanced choices while maintaining predictability. The proposal follows the rejection of SIMD-228, which sought dynamic inflation adjustments. Galaxy’s framework includes implementation questions, such as vote granularity and threshold requirements, to refine the process.
about Galaxy Proposes MESA to Reform Solana Inflation GovernanceLibra Rugpull Incident Causes Significant Decline in Solana Prices
The Libra rugpull incident has led to a significant decline in Solana’s price, which dropped by about 8% as reported by Galaxy Research. The analysis indicates that the incident could dampen investment sentiment in Solana, particularly affecting its meme coin ecosystem. Following the incident, Solana is trading at $168.39, down 8.47% in the last 24 hours.
about Libra Rugpull Incident Causes Significant Decline in Solana PricesEthereum Price Predictions and the Rise of PlutoChain in Blockchain Solutions
Ethereum’s price predictions are mixed, with some analysts speculating it could reach $9,000 in the near term, while others forecast a more conservative range around $3,500 to $4,600 due to market volatility and competition. Meanwhile, PlutoChain ($PLUTO) is gaining attention for its innovative hybrid Layer-2 solution that could enhance Bitcoin’s functionality by introducing smart contracts and bridging it with Ethereum, potentially unlocking a new DeFi market. Its secure and high-performing testnet indicates readiness for mainstream adoption.
about Ethereum Price Predictions and the Rise of PlutoChain in Blockchain SolutionsDogecoin Price Predictions Analysts Forecast Potential Rise to One Dollar
Crypto analyst ProjectSyndicate predicts that Dogecoin (DOGE) could reach the $1 mark by mid-2025, supported by a strong price chart and a recent 500% gain from $0.08 to $0.40. He recommends buying near $0.20 during the current pullback and taking profits at $1. Another analyst, Trader Tardigrade, suggests a potential rally to $2, with a possible target as early as March. Currently, DOGE is trading around $0.33.
about Dogecoin Price Predictions Analysts Forecast Potential Rise to One DollarDogecoin Price Target of One Dollar Gains Support from Analysts
Market analyst Trader Tardigrade believes Dogecoin’s target of $1 is achievable as it enters the Distribution phase of the Power of Three (PO3) pattern. Following a 252% increase in 2024, DOGE faced a 25% drop in December but has rebounded 23.15% in early 2025, indicating bullish momentum. Other analysts also support the $1 target, with expectations of further price increases.
about Dogecoin Price Target of One Dollar Gains Support from AnalystsUS Bitcoin ETFs Experience Significant Inflows as Bitcoin Surpasses 98000 Mark
US Bitcoin ETFs saw a significant rebound with $908 million in net inflows, led by Fidelity’s Bitcoin Fund, which attracted $357 million. BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust recovered with $253 million, while Bitcoin itself surged past $98,000, indicating a bullish outlook for the asset. Analysts predict continued institutional adoption, with Bitcoin potentially reaching $150,000 to $170,000 by 2025.
about US Bitcoin ETFs Experience Significant Inflows as Bitcoin Surpasses 98000 MarkGalaxy Digital Predicts Dogecoin Price Will Reach One Dollar by 2025
Galaxy Digital predicts that Dogecoin will reach a market cap of $100 billion by the end of 2025, translating to a price of $0.678, an 87% increase from its current value. The firm anticipates that Dogecoin will eventually surpass its all-time high and could hit $1, resulting in a market cap of $147.47 billion. Other analysts have more ambitious forecasts, suggesting potential price targets ranging from $4 to $23.
about Galaxy Digital Predicts Dogecoin Price Will Reach One Dollar by 2025Dogecoin Shows Potential for Bullish Recovery After Recent Correction
Analyst Alan Santana suggests that Dogecoin’s recent 45% correction may be over, indicating a potential bullish wave and market recovery in 2025. With strong support levels identified, DOGE is currently trading at approximately $0.3385, reflecting a 2.28% increase in 24 hours and a 6.83% gain over the past week. Growing interest in Dogecoin, fueled by external events and increased practical uses, has led analysts to predict a possible price surge, with some forecasting it could reach the $1 mark.
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