Zcash has surged to its highest price since January 2018, posting a remarkable 1,486% gain over three months. The privacy-focused cryptocurrency now ranks as the 18th-largest digital asset by market cap, trading above established networks like Avalanche and Litecoin.
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Zcash, the once-forgotten privacy cryptocurrency, has staged a stunning 380% rally in 2025, reaching a three-year high of $370 and reclaiming its position among the top 25 digital assets with a $5.8 billion market capitalization. This remarkable resurgence represents more than mere speculation—it signals a fundamental reassessment of financial privacy in an era of increasing digital surveillance and regulatory scrutiny.
about Zcash Surges 380%: Privacy Token's 2025 Comeback StoryCZ Eyes Genesis Loan Book Purchase Amid Crypto Crisis
Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao is reportedly exploring the acquisition of Genesis Trading’s $2.8 billion loan portfolio as the cryptocurrency lending sector faces severe liquidity pressures following FTX’s collapse. The potential move, which comes as Genesis suspended customer withdrawals and seeks emergency liquidity solutions, could significantly consolidate Binance’s dominance while reshaping the competitive landscape of digital asset lending and trading.
about CZ Eyes Genesis Loan Book Purchase Amid Crypto CrisisCrypto Bubble Fears Rise as Leaders Warn of Overvaluation
Concerns about a cryptocurrency bubble are mounting among industry experts, with Kraken co-CEO Arjun Sethi acknowledging short-term bubbles in quarterly trends. The market surge, fueled by pro-crypto regulations under Trump and IPOs from firms like Circle and Bullish, has pushed Bitcoin to record highs and the total crypto market cap above $4 trillion. However, skeptics caution that hype-driven valuations are unsustainable. Data from Architect Partners shows a 15% drop in digital asset treasury stocks last week, while Barry Silbert predicts 99% of cryptocurrencies will go to zero. Investment firm Elliott Management also warns that a bubble collapse could destabilize financial markets, highlighting risks to both investors and the broader economy.
about Crypto Bubble Fears Rise as Leaders Warn of OvervaluationWinklevoss Issues Final $1.5B Demand to DCG in Genesis Dispute
The legal battle between Gemini and Digital Currency Group has reached a critical juncture with Cameron Winklevoss issuing an ultimatum demanding $1.465 billion in payments and loans denominated in dollars, bitcoin, and ether. Winklevoss accuses DCG and Barry Silbert of engaging in fraudulent behavior, creating a ‘culture of lies and deceit,’ and deliberately prolonging the resolution process. The dispute centers on $1.2 billion owed to Gemini’s Earn program users, affecting 232,000 customers whose withdrawals have been suspended since November 2022. The offer includes compensation for Earn program customers and alleges that DCG abused mediation processes to avoid paying its $630 million debt to Genesis. This development follows previous accusations by the Winklevoss twins against the SEC and highlights the ongoing turmoil in crypto lending markets.
about Winklevoss Issues Final $1.5B Demand to DCG in Genesis DisputeDCG Sues Genesis Over $105M Promissory Note Dispute
DCG is suing Genesis Global Capital to recover $105 million linked to a $1.1 billion promissory note issued after Three Arrows Capital’s (3AC) collapse. Genesis had lent $2.36 billion to 3AC, which defaulted, prompting DCG to issue the note in 2022 to stabilize Genesis. DCG now claims that recoveries from 3AC’s collateral, including Grayscale Bitcoin Trust shares, have nullified the debt, while Genesis disputes this, arguing DCG is reneging on contractual obligations. The lawsuit adds to existing legal tensions, as Genesis previously accused DCG of fraud in a separate $3.1 billion case.
about DCG Sues Genesis Over $105M Promissory Note DisputeDCG Sues Genesis Over $1.1B Loan Dispute
Digital Currency Group (DCG) has sued its now-bankrupt subsidiary Genesis, arguing that its $1.1 billion loan in 2022 exceeded Genesis’ losses and even resulted in profits due to recovered collateral from Three Arrows Capital. The collateral, held in Bitcoin and Grayscale Bitcoin Trust shares, surged in value post-2022, reducing DCG’s obligations to zero. Genesis, a crypto lender under DCG, collapsed in 2023 after exposure to failed firms like Three Arrows Capital and Alameda Research. DCG claims it fulfilled its financial commitments, while Genesis had earlier sued DCG for $3.1 billion over alleged fraudulent transfers during its collapse. The legal battle highlights the fallout from the 2022 crypto contagion.
about DCG Sues Genesis Over $1.1B Loan DisputeDCG Sues Genesis Over $105M Debt in Crypto Bankruptcy Case
Digital Currency Group (DCG) has sued Genesis in a New York bankruptcy court, claiming it is owed $105 million plus interest from a financial backstop extended during the 2022 crypto market crash. The case revolves around a $1.1 billion promissory note DCG issued to Genesis after Three Arrows Capital (3AC) defaulted on a $2.36 billion margin call. DCG argues that Genesis profited from 3AC’s collateral beyond the note’s original value, reducing the principal balance. The lawsuit adds to existing disputes between the two companies, including earlier allegations by Genesis that DCG wrongfully took billions. Genesis, which filed for Chapter 11 in 2023, has since emerged from restructuring and begun creditor repayments, though DCG, as an equity holder, has contested parts of the plan.
about DCG Sues Genesis Over $105M Debt in Crypto Bankruptcy CaseBarry Silbert Returns to Grayscale Amid IPO Plans
Barry Silbert, founder of Grayscale Investments, has returned as chairman as the firm prepares for a US IPO. The move follows a confidential filing and leadership changes, including the appointment of four executives from traditional finance giants like Goldman Sachs and Bridgewater. Grayscale, which manages over $35 billion in crypto assets, faces ongoing regulatory scrutiny, including SEC settlements and lawsuits tied to its parent company, Digital Currency Group. Silbert’s return signals confidence in Grayscale’s future despite recent turbulence, including legal battles and the SEC’s approval of its Bitcoin ETF conversion.
about Barry Silbert Returns to Grayscale Amid IPO PlansGrayscale Bolsters Leadership to Defend ETF Dominance
Grayscale Investments is reinforcing its leadership team to maintain its dominance in the ETF market and enhance its institutional appeal. Founder Barry Silbert has been reappointed as chairman, while four new executives—Diana Zhang (COO), Ramona Boston (CMO), Andrea Williams (CCO), and Maxwell Rosenthal (CHRO)—join from top firms like Bridgewater, Apollo, Goldman Sachs, and Citadel. This strategic expansion aims to drive Grayscale’s next phase of growth by leveraging deep traditional finance expertise.
about Grayscale Bolsters Leadership to Defend ETF DominanceGenesis Sues DCG for $3.3B Over Alleged Fraud & Mismanagement
Genesis, the bankrupt crypto lender, is suing Digital Currency Group (DCG) and its CEO Barry Silbert for over $3.3 billion, alleging fraud, reckless mismanagement, and concealed transfers. Court documents reveal that DCG allegedly siphoned funds through self-serving loans while presenting a false image of financial stability. Creditors claim over $2.1 billion in digital assets were funneled away as Genesis neared collapse. The lawsuits, unsealed by the Delaware Court of Chancery, highlight accusations of insider enrichment and deceptive financial practices within the crypto lending giant.
about Genesis Sues DCG for $3.3B Over Alleged Fraud & MismanagementGenesis Sues DCG for $3.1B Over Alleged Fraud and Misconduct
Genesis Global has launched two lawsuits against its parent company, Digital Currency Group (DCG), and key executives, including CEO Barry Silbert, accusing them of orchestrating fraudulent transfers and concealing financial risks as Genesis faced collapse. The Delaware Chancery Court complaint alleges DCG used Genesis as an ‘alter ego’ to enrich affiliates while misleading creditors. Genesis seeks over $3.1 billion, including a $1.1 billion promissory note and $1.2 billion in disputed transfers, some involving crypto assets now valued at over $2 billion. The case could redefine creditor rights and parent company liability in crypto, with legal experts suggesting it may ‘pierce the corporate veil.’ Separately, Genesis filed a bankruptcy complaint in New York detailing $1.2 billion in preferential transfers to DCG and insiders before its Chapter 11 filing. The lawsuits follow a $38 million SEC settlement with DCG and former Genesis CEO Michael Moro over misleading investors about exposure to Three Arrows Capital’s collapse.
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